Then, in March, of the third year, the property was released by Mr.Warren to persons in Para, who were to develop and operate.

The terms of his new lease were very advantageous.

Royalties were to be paid on a sliding scale, and, from the very first, they were large.

The Akrae Company paid enormous dividends." "Did, hey?
I want to know!" "Yes.

In fact, for twelve years the company's royalties averaged $50,000 yearly." "Whe-e-w!" Captain Elisha whistled.