CHAPTER XVI

MRS. GRAHAM’S VISITOR WHEN I returned to town that same evening and told Staffurth he became wildly excited. “Really, doctor,” he said, “the matter increases in interest daily.” “When I take possession of the Manor, I think we ought to make a search,” I replied. “We must not allow burglars to enter there, or they may forestall us after all.” “Of course, of course. The treasure may be hidden in the house for aught we know. It is important that we should be the first to make a thorough examination of the place.” “But…