The house belongs to Captain Abner Cahoon's heirs, I believe, and--" Again Thankful interrupted.
"I knew it!" she cried, excitedly.

"I wondered if it mightn't be so and when I see that picture of Uncle Abner I was sure.

All right, Mr.Whoever-you-are, then I'm here because I own the house.

My name's Barnes, Thankful Barnes of South Middleboro, and I'm Abner Cahoon's heir.

Emily, this--this rattle-trap you and I broke into is the 'property' we've talked so much about.".