Chapter XXI. Col. Warner.
When Herbert returned to the hotel he found George Melville in the reading room in conversation with a tall and dignified-looking stranger. "Is that your brother, Mr. Melville?" asked the latter, as Herbert came forward and spoke to Melville. "No, Colonel, he is my young friend and confidential clerk, Herbert Carr." "Glad to make your acquaintance, Mr. Carr," said the colonel, affably, extending his hand as he spoke. "This is Col. Warner, Herbert," explained George Melville. Herbert, who was naturally polite, shook hands with the colonel, and said he was glad to make his acquaintance. "I have been talking with Mr. Melville," said the colonel. "I am sorry to hear that he is traveling in search of health." "Yes, sir; I hope he will find his journey beneficial." "Oh, not a doubt of it
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