His surprise may be imagined when he confronted Squire
Duncan and the gentlemen already mentioned as directors of
the Groveton bank.
"Did you wish to see mother?" he asked.
"Yes; we have come on important business," said Squire
Duncan, pompously.
"Walk in, if you please."
Luke led the way into the little sitting-room, followed by the
visitors. The dinner-table was spread in the kitchen adjoining.
The room looked very much filled up with the unwonted company,
all being large men.
"Mother," called Luke, "here are some gentlemen who wish
to see you."
The widow entered the room, and looked with surprise from
one to another. All waited for Squire Duncan, as the proper
person, from his official position, to introduce the subject
of their visit
"Mrs. Larkin," said the squire, pompously, "it has possibly
come to your ears that the Groveton Bank, of which you are
aware that I am the president, has been robbed of a box of bonds?"
"Yes, sir. I was so informed by Miss Melinda Sprague this morning."
"I am also informed that you have in your custody a tin box
similar to the one that has been taken."
He expected to see Mrs.
Pages:
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72