The "South" could produce no second opponent worthy of the North out of its own associated resources.

Surveying the athletic world in general, but one man existed who might possibly replace "Tinkler"-- and it was doubtful, in the last degree, whether he would consent to come forward under the circumstances.

The name of that man--Julius read it with horror--was Geoffrey Delamayn.
Profound silence reigned in the coffee-room.

Julius laid down the newspaper, and looked about him.

The waiter was busy, in his corner, with a pencil and a betting-book.