I wonder the idea did not strike you before, seeing how often it is used in similar cases.

Advertise a full description of the man who called himself Berwin, note his physical peculiarities and looks, and circulate such description by means of handbills and newspapers." Link looked angry, and laughed rather contemptuously, as his professional pride was touched by the fact of being advised by an individual not of his calling.
"I am not so ignorant of my business as you think," he said sharply.
"What you suggest has already been done.

There are handbills describing the appearance of Berwin in every police office in the kingdom." "In the newspapers, also ?" asked Lucian, nettled by the detective's tone.
"No; it is not necessary." "I don't agree with you.

Many people in private life are not likely to see your handbills.

I don't pretend to advise, Mr.Link," he added in soothing tones, "but would it not be wise to use the medium of the daily papers ?" "I'll think of it," said Link, too jealous of his dignity to give way at once.
"Oh, I quite rely on your discretion," said Denzil hastily.