Thirdly, I feel now that I myself am somewhat to blame in the matter, in that I did not represent to Mr.
Penfold the imprudence of his placing valuable papers in a place where, should anything happen to him suddenly, they might not be found.

Of course I could not have anticipated this hostile action on the part of the Miss Penfolds.

Still, I blame myself that I did not warn Mr.Penfold of the possibility of what has in fact happened taking place.

Lastly," and he smiled, "I have a personal feeling in the matter.

I have lost a business that added somewhat considerably to my income." "I don't think any of us have thought of blaming you in the matter, Mr.Tallboys.I am sure that I have not.