"So this boy is an object of interest to your uncle?" resumed Warner Powell.
"Does he give any reason for his interest?"
"No, except that he is inclined to help him when there is an opportunity."
"Does the boy know him?"
"Has he met your uncle?"
"Yes; Uncle Thomas frequently visits Chicago-he lives in Milwaukee-and stays at the Sherman when he is here. He has stopped and bought a paper of Luke once or twice."
"I remember my sister told me this boy Luke was a newsboy."
"How did he get in with your aunt?"
"I don't know. I presume it was a chance acquaintance. However that may be, the young rascal seems to have got on her blind side, and to be installed first favorite."
"Your sister doesn't like it?"
"Not much. Between you and me, Louisa-Mrs. Tracy-means to inherit all the
