A League of Three: Boy's Detective Stratagems — page 57: what you’re looking at

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J he did not say much. He made up his mind, however, — that he would know why the Italian displayed so little ue interest. "eke “Gan you give me the name of one of the detectives ¢ who were on the case?” “'lhere was only one really on the aase,” “And his name was " “ Dielman.” “A German?” “Of German descent.” “Is he a member of the regular detective force?” “He was once, but I believe that he is now connected with a private agency.” Madie made many inquiries concerning the fact that men had had Mrs. Metcalfi’s house under surveillance and finally decided to go away. “If I can be of any service to you, Mister Heath,” said the lady, “call on me.” “Tf I need your assistance I will do so.” “You may call on me for a little money if you secure any particular clew and find yourself unable to follow it up.” “Lhank you, madam; I do not think I will need any money, but [ am very grateful for your interest.” “T may say the same to you. Addie nuw is really more to me than tv any one else.” my “Possibly that is true, but I shall solve the mystery of } her disappearance.” Madie returned to his lodging and after a long spell of meditation determined to consult Patsy. He had come to the conclusion that Patsy was a wonderfully shrewd little ehap. He had been an observant fellow, and having been compelled to knock around and take care of himself all his life he had become educated in practical matters far beyond his years. Our hero told all the facts to Patsy, and when the narrative was concluded he asked: