A little later he sent the following reply: "Person mentioned seen on 7th instant.

No trace since.

You have my letter of 8th instant.

Cable instructions." As the Mainwaring carriage appeared at the offices at four o'clock, to convey the gentlemen to Fair Oaks, Mr.Whitney was surprised to find the secretary still engaged at his desk.
"If you will excuse me," the latter said, pleasantly, "I will not go out to Fair Oaks this evening.

I have some unfinished work here, and I will remain in the city to-night." Upon entering the offices the next day, however, the attorney found the following note addressed to himself: "Mr.WHITNEY.
"DEAR SIR,--I regret to be compelled to inform you that you will have to look for another assistant, as important business calls me away for an indefinite period.