I should like, for some time, at any rate, to enter the detective force as an enrolled member.

I should, of course, require no pay, but should be prepared to obey all orders and to do any work required, as any other member of the corps would do.

I am strong, active, and have, I hope, a fair share of intelligence.

I should not mind risking my life in carrying out any duty that you might assign to me.

I presume that I need not always be on duty, and could, when not required, employ my time as I liked, and keep up my acquaintances in town.