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234 "Sure," said the motorman, with a grin. He had had to do with Oak Hall and Rockville students before.

"Very well, here's the money," came from the secretary of the Gee Eyes, and it was passed over. Then the trolley fares were also paid, and the students prepared to depart.

"That car will have to remain where she is until morning," said the motorman.

"Then let her stay," said Roger. "You can say there was a slight accident."

"All right," and again the old motorman grinned; he was an easy fellow with whom to deal.

As quickly as possible, the members of the club marched back to the vicinity of Oak Hall. Then two were sent ahead as scouts, to learn if the coast was clear. In a few minutes one came back in a state of excitement.

"Old Job Haskers is around the lower hall!" he announced. "I'm afraid our absence has been discovered."

"In that case our cake is dough," murmured Roger.

"Wait—I'll make certain of this," came from Phil. "Come on, Dave, if you will."

They hurried to the Hall, and slipping into a side door, found the second assistant sitting in a chair, as if on guard.

"He has found out something, otherwise he