Mebby it was washed out.

But, so 'elp me God, _the last name was FitzHugh_!" With a sudden cry, Aldous jumped to his feet and caught Keller's arm.
"You're sure of it, Peter ?" "Positive!" It was impossible for Aldous to repress his excitement.

The engineer stared at him even harder than before.
"What can that grave have to do with Quade ?" he asked.

"The man died before Quade was known in these regions." "I can't tell you now, Peter," replied Aldous, pulling the engineer to the table.

"But I think you'll know quite soon.