Again and again he has learned our secrets and brought Washington information of our plans.

How he does it is the mystery of this department--Howe has personally offered a thousand pounds for his arrest.

Surely you know that.

Last night I thought we had him in our power, but the very devil seems to protect him from capture, even when luck brings him fairly within our grip." "And so you came here to search for him ?" I could feel the bitter scorn in the voice.

"In his father's home!" "I certainly did," angrily.