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Rh "They are bound to drive our firm from Manila, if they can. This is more of a personal than a national difficulty."

"Still, they should treat you fairly."

An examination proved that Longley needed rest and quietness if he was to recover. The physician said if the clerk was removed to his home he would take care of him. We debated the matter, and resolved to remove Longley at nightfall.

"And as soon as he is gone you had better turn those two wounded Spaniards over to their own people," went on the medical man. "I'll make sure that they don't unearth Longley, even if they hunt for him, which will be doubtful."

The removal was made without trouble, the Spaniards having their hands full at the front, watching Commodore Dewey's ships and his marines and the rebel troops, which were pressing closer and closer to Manila.

As soon as Longley was safe we did as Dr. Harkness advised, turned the Spaniards out, laying them on a side street, where they were soon picked up by a guard. The offices were then locked up, and the doctor said he would place them under the British flag for protection.

At midnight Dan, Matt Gory, and myself were once again on the streets of the city, not knowing which way to turn or what to do.