The trunks were removed from the wagon, and carried into the hall, after which the driver returned and drove away.

After waiting for some time in view of the house, he saw the trunks taken in, and placed in a front room in the second story.
Having now traced Thomas Duncan's trunks to their destination, and feeling the need of additional assistance, Manning repaired to the office of the chief of police and requested an interview with that functionary.

Upon being conducted into the private office of the chief, Manning at once introduced himself, and stated the cause of his appearance in the city.

He met with a most cordial reception, and the chief, without hesitation, promised him all the assistance in his power.
He had heard of the robbery at the time of its occurrence, and had also read of the capture of the three men, who were suspected of being implicated in that affair.

Upon being informed that Thomas Duncan was connected with the burglary, the chief evinced considerable surprise, for he was well acquainted with the young man, and had been for several years, in fact, almost since his boyhood.