I know that I have caused you a great deal of worry, but it is a pretty hard matter to live a lie even when it is imposed as a duty.

By the way, a poor sea captain, Atkins is his name, brought Henry from Dura.

I wish you would send him a check, care Wharfmaster, New Orleans." "I will." "Good-by, Mr.Witherspoon." "Henry DeGolyer," said Witherspoon, grasping his hand, "you are the most honorable man I ever met." "There, now!" DeGolyer cried, holding up his hand--they all were coming toward him--"do as I tell you and remain where you are." He caught up his bag and hastened out.

"To the _Star_ office," he said to the cabman..