Porter is merely a subject for investigation, that's all." "Then," said Frank promptly, "we'll go over to Gold Hill this very night and begin investigating him." "You won't have to go to Gold Hill.

I've heard from our super at the mine that Porter returned here this afternoon, looking a good deal the worse for wear.

After supper you can visit the mine and have a talk with the prospector.

You'll know what angle to give your investigations, Merriwell." "But he may pull out for the hills while we're delaying here in town!" "He'll have to get money for another grubstake before he goes any more prospecting.

Even if he has the money--which is hardly possible--the super, on my orders, will delay him if he tries to leave." Here was a sample of Mr.Bradlaugh's thoughtfulness which Merry deeply appreciated.
"We'll be at the mine this evening, Mr.Bradlaugh," said he, "and if Porter knows anything about the professor's absence, we'll do our best to find out what it is." "My car would be at your disposal, but just now it's in the repair shop," went on Mr.Bradlaugh.