He was now out of range of the officer's revolver, and knew it.

The constable, too, realized the fact.

He started in pursuit as rapidly as he could make it, calling to his deputy to follow.
"Going to join the chase ?" called Dave to Dick.
"What's the use ?" panted Prescott, halting.

"Mr.Fits has a good start and can make fine speed.

We could catch only the constable." So the Grammar School boys slowed down.