It had been passed through the window, according to Inspector Date and others, and, when taken across the narrow path which bordered the river, had been placed in a waiting boat.

After that it had vanished until it had re-appeared in this arbor.

But if taken by water once, it could have been taken by water again.

There was a rude jetty behind the embankment, which Hope could easily see from where he stood.

In all probability the mummy had been landed there and carried to the garden, while Mrs.Jasher was busy with her supper and her game of cards and her letters.