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Rh could not be found. He had left the vessel in some mysterious manner, dressing himself in one of Dave's best suits before going. A little later Dave learned that Merwell had left San Juan for the interior of Porto Rico. The officers of the law said they would look for him.

The cablegram to Mr. Wadsworth was sent, and soon a reply came back. Then came nearly a week of waiting for a steamer that would take the boys to New York. In the meantime matters were arranged with the authorities so that they could get away, and take the jewels with them. A detective accompanied them, to make certain that the jewels would be properly delivered, for the whole case was now in the hands of the law. Giles Borden remained in San Juan, to press his charge against his fellow countrymen. Captain Sanders remained in the harbor, to await orders from Phil's father.

"Sorry to part with you boys," said the captain, as he shook hands. "Hope you'll sail with me again some day."

"An' sail with me, too," put in old Billy Dill, who was present, and as much interested as anybody.

"But not on such a mission as this has been," returned Dave.

"Nor to such a place as Cave Island," added Roger.