of Sarcees and held them where they were till
Cameron was safe with his man over the hill. But it was a very clever
bit of work, and, if I may say it, deserves recognition."

"I should like to give you Cameron if it were possible," said the
Commissioner, "but this railroad business is one of great difficulty and
Superintendent Strong is not the man to ask for assistance unless he is
in pretty desperate straits. An unintelligent or reckless man would be
worse than useless."

"How would it do," suggested the Superintendent, "to allow Cameron in
the meantime to accompany the Inspector? Then later we might send him to
Superintendent Strong."

Reporting this arrangement to Cameron a little later, the Inspector
enquired:

"How would you like to have a turn in the mountains? You would find
Superintendent Strong a fine officer."

"I desire no change in that regard," replied Cameron. "But, curiously
enough, I have a letter this very mail that has a bearing upon this
matter. Here it is. It is from an old college friend of mine, Dr.
Martin."

The Inspector took the letter and read--

"I have got myself used up, too great devotion to scientific research;
hence I am accepting an offer from the railroad people for work in the
mountains. I leave in a week. Think of it! The muck and the ruck, the
execrable grub and worse drink! I shall have to work my passage on hand
cars and doubtless by tie pass. My hands will lose all their polish.
However, there may be some fun and likely some good practice. I see
they are blowing themselves up at a great rate. Then, too, there is
the prospective joy of seeing you, of whom quite wonderful tales have
floated east to us. I am told you are in direct line for the position
of the High Chief Muck-a-muck of the Force. Look me up in Superintendent
Strong's division. I believe he is the bulwark of the Empire in my
district.

"A letter from the old burgh across the pond tells me your governor is
far from well. Awfully sorry to hear it. It is rough on your sister, to
whom, when you write, remember your humble servant.

"I am bringing out two nurses with me, both your devotees. Look out for
squalls. If you get shot up see that you select a locality where the
medical attendance and nursing are 'A 1'."

"It would be awfully good to see the old boy," said Cameron as he took
the letter from the Inspector. "He is a decent chap and quite up-to-date
in his profession."

"What about the nurses?" enquir