On examination of its contents,
they found in the box a sum of 40 pounds in gold, a bag of silver, and
some other valuables in silver spoons, candlesticks, and ornaments for
women. Edward took a list of the contents, and when he returned he
stated to the intendant all that had occurred, and requested to know
what should be done with the money and other articles which Humphrey
had found.
"I wish you had said nothing to me about it," said the intendant,
"although I am pleased with your open and fair dealing. I can not say
any thing, except that you had better let Humphrey keep it till it is
claimed--which, of course, it never will be. But, Edward, Humphrey
must come over here and make his deposition, as I must report the
capture of these robbers, and send them to trial. You had better go
with the clerk and take the depositions of Pablo and your sisters,
while Humphrey comes here. You can stay till his return. Their
depositions are not of so much consequence as Humphrey's, as they can
only speak as to the attack, but Humphrey's I must take down myself."
When Patience and Clara heard that Edward was going over, they
obtained leave to go with him to see Alice and Edith, and were to be
escorted back by Humphrey. This the intendant consented to, and they
had a very merry party.
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