Chapter 51

“That lets Tom Willard out, too,” said Rob, with a slight smile; “for he’s nearly six feet tall, and weighs more than two hundred pounds.” “The only man I know of,” said Mr. Fairbanks thoughtfully, “who could come up through that hole is Slim Jim.” “Who is Slim Jim?” cried Rob quickly. “Go for him; he is the man!” “Not so fast,” said Mr. Fairbanks. “Slim Jim is a noted burglar and a suspected murderer, but he is safely in prison at present and has been for some months.” “But he may have escaped,” exclaimed Rob. “Ar…