faces is quite similar, and so with dry
cosmetics, some physical mimicry, and the use of a pair of horn-rimmed
glasses like yours I can make a comparatively good double. The only
exposure to the sharp eyes of your enemies will be, first, when I
substitute myself for you and take your automobile back home; second,
when I go down to the theatrical district, to visit a well-known tearoom
where I learn you are a frequent guest. There the wall tables are
shrouded by decorations, and I shall keep in the shadow and talk as
little as possible. Behind those dark glasses, and entering the place
with your peculiarly spotted fur coat, I will resemble you more than you
believe. If to add to the illusion, I show hospitable prodigality with
drinks for the others, it is probable that their observation will be
less analytical. Then, third in the line of activities, I will go to the
theatre, sit in a darkened box, and let them take me where they will in
whatever automobile turns up. Thus you see my campaign."

"How much do I have to pay you?"

"I might have expected that," was the laughing retort. "You are noted
for the fortunes you waste on stupid show girls, while times are hard
with you in your offices where young and old men struggle along to
support honest families. Have no fear, Mr. Grimsby, my income is enough
for my simple wants. I am entering this hunt for big game, just as I
have gone to India and East Africa, for jungle trophies. It will not
cost you a nickel."

"I had better contribute a little," began Grimsby, embarrassed, as he
drew out a check-book. But Shirley negatived with emphasis.

"How about your servants? Can you trust them with the secret?"

"They have been with me for twenty-five years or more. My wife is in
California, and the rest of the servants, except two maids and a butler,
up at my country home on the Hudson."

"Fine: then, in two hours from now, meet me at the Hotel Astor, where I
have rooms, in the name of Madden. Bring down an extra suit of clothes,
and an extra overcoat, for I want to wear your fur one, which I see
there on the davenport. On the downward trip instruct your chauffeur
to drive your car up to your country place, as soon as he has made the
return trip from the hotel. You will be there before he gets up, on the
country roads and he will be none the wiser. Goodbye, Mr. Grimsby."

At the club Shirley made some necessary disposition of his private
matters, for he knew this case would ru