"You may publish the fact that I have offered fifty thousand dollars reward for Kittymunks," said Brooks, speaking to Henry, but looking into the room where Miss Drury was at work.
"That ought to be a great stimulus," Henry replied, "but it doesn't appear to me that there has been any lack of effort." "No," said Witherspoon; "but the prospect of fifty thousand dollars will make a strong effort stronger." "By the way," Henry remarked, "this is the first time you have visited me in my work-room." Witherspoon replied: "Yes, that's so; and it strikes me that you might get more comfortable quarters." "Comfortable enough for a workshop," Henry rejoined.
"Yes, I presume so.

Are you ready, Brooks ?" "Yes, sir." "We have just come from police headquarters," said Witherspoon, "and thought that we would stop and tell you of the increased reward.

You were late at dinner yesterday.

Will you be on time this evening ?" "Yes, I think so." When they were gone, Henry went into Miss Drury's room.

"Was that your father ?" she asked.
"Yes." "And he scolded you for being late yesterday.