youngest Eagle Scout in the history of the state of Missouri

``Well, how did he happen to be here?'' I asked.

``He's everywhere,'' said the Hon. Sam.

``How did he know the mules were ours?''

``Easy. That boy knows everything.''

``Well, why did he bring them back and then leave so mysteriously?''

The Hon. Sam silently pointed a finger at the laughing Blight ahead, and I looked incredulous.

``Just the same, that's another reason I told you to warn Marston. He's already got it in his head that Marston is his rival.''

``Pshaw!'' I said--for it was too ridiculous.