"Well," said Webster, "will you be kind enough to send for Mr. McPhail, and ask him to telegraph to Major Allen, and inquire if Tim is all right?"
"What Major Allen is that?" asked the officer.
"Of the secret service," replied Webster. "McPhail will know all about him; and you will learn that I am no rebel, in a very short time."
"We will do what you request," said the officer, "and if you are all right, we will be glad to find it out."
Thanking the officer for his kindness, Webster was conducted back to his cell to await developments.
About ten o'clock that night, the officer again made his appearance.
"John Hart, come here."
Webster presented himself before the iron grating of his cell.
"Is your name John Hart?"
"No, sir, my name is Timothy Webster."