After they had been locked up, he went to the barred window, and continued the same gestures to the people who were crowded about the prison, most of whom continued their mockery.

Newton, who came forward to the window to request a little water for Roberts and Williams, who wished to quench their thirst and wash their wounds, which had not been dressed, inquired of Collins his reasons for so doing.

"It is for your benefit as well as mine," replied Collins; "at least I hope so.

There are freemasons in all countries." A few minutes afterwards, one of the people outside came forward, and pointed out to the sentry that the prisoners were making signs for water.

The _gendarme_, who had paid no attention to Newton, listened to the appeal of his countryman, who, upon the grounds of common humanity, persuaded him to allow them such a necessary boon.