CHAPTER IX

A STARTLING PROPOSAL “What’s the matter?” asked Thompson, somewhat surprised at Ted’s evident perturbation. “You seem to be all stirred up about that hobo.” “I have reason to be,” replied Ted. “Listen, Thompson, have you any idea where that fellow hangs out?” “No, I haven’t,” replied the superintendent. “Never felt interested enough to inquire. Probably at some low lodging house. Possibly some of the pilots or mechanics may know. I’ll ask them, if you would like to have me do so.” “Do, if you will,” urged Ted. “But…