But first, if the man who has taken the money will come forward voluntarily and return the same, I will guarantee that he shall receive no punishment." He paused for a brief space and looked at Hogan.
Hogan seemed uneasy, but stolid and obstinate.
"Since my offer is not accepted," said the officer, "let the two men be searched." Fritz, the young German, came forward readily.
"I am ready," he said.
"I am not," said Hogan.

"I protest against this outrage.

It is an infringement of my rights as an American citizen.

If any one dares to lay hands on me, I will have him arrested as soon as we reach California." His threat produced no effect upon the officer.

At a signal two sailors seized him, and, despite his struggles, turned his pockets inside out.
Among the contents were found four gold eagles.
"It is my money!" exclaimed the poor German.
"You lie! The money is mine!" said Hogan furiously.
"There was a cross, which I scratched with a pin, on one piece," said the German.