"The case against you is squashed." "The Pooles will have to let it drop," added the shipowner's son.

"And I am mighty glad of it." "I hope you are right," said Dave, and his face showed his relief.
They had to tell Ben all about what had happened.

Then the latter wanted to see the bear target, and the crowd ended by doing some more target practicing.

But this time Dave was very careful how he shot, and so were the others.
It had been decided that the start for the West was to be made early the following week, and for several days the boys and the girls were busy getting ready.

Laura had traveled a great deal, so the journey would not be a novelty to her, but with Jessie it was different.
"I know I shall like it, once I am there," said Jessie.