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 them that I am with them heart and soul and think it's a fine idea. Now, what is it?"

"Well, they want to do the thing quietly, you see; keep it a secret."

"I don't just see how they can," Dick objected, "if they mean to raise money by subscription."

"Keep it a secret from Mr. Grayson, I mean, you idiot! They want to get the things and then smuggle them into the office when he's out."

"They'll have trouble keeping it dark, I'm afraid," said Dick seriously. "Someone's almost certain to let it out."

Gordon nodded. "That's what I said, but your sister"

"Is she one of the conspirators?" asked Dick.

"Yes. She said she was certain none of the girls would tell and so it would be up to the fellows. And of course I had to stand up for my sex, Dick, and tell her that none of us would let it out."

"I don't see why I haven't heard something about all this," mused Dick.

"You have—now. The girls were keeping it quiet until this morning. Nell Sawin called me up on the telephone after breakfast and told me and said I was to speak to you about it and make you come to-night."