It is understood that he has agreed to turn State's evidence, and probably the entire sum stolen, amounting to several thousand dollars, will be recovered." Frank listened to this paragraph with interest.

He was glad that his name was not mentioned in the account, as he didn't care for such publicity.

He ventured to ask a question.
"Is Mr.Percival a rich man ?" he asked.
"Very rich," answered Mr.Smith.

"He is not now in the city, but is expected home from Europe in three or four weeks.

His house was left in charge of an old servant--a coachman--and his wife; but the burglars proved too much for them." "I am glad they are caught," said Mrs.Fletcher.