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198 the old hole in the ground will take on a new lease of life."

At that moment Mary Cox pushed forward, with Sally holding her by the arm.

"I've got to know!' cried The Fox. "You must tell me. Does the—the poor fellow say his name is Cox?"

"Jest the same as yourn, Miss," remarked Old Bill, watching her closely. "Letters and deeds all to 'John Cox.

"I know it! I feared it all along!" cried The Fox, wringing her hands. "I saw him in the canon when he shot the bear and he looked so much like John"

"He's related to you, then, Miss?" asked the doctor.

"He's my brother—I know he is!" cried Mary, and burst into tears.