It came in contact with the false pocketbook, which seemed bulky and full of money.

Fairfax never doubted that it was the right one, and quickly thrust it into his own pocket.

Just then Andy moved a little in bed, and Fairfax retreated, hastily, through the door, closing it after him.
"Now, the sooner I get out of this hotel, the better!" he thought.
"The boy may wake and discover his loss.

It isn't likely, but it may happen.

At any rate it's very much better to be on the safe side." He did not stop to examine the prize which he had secured.