“Yes,” said Harry, hastily; “but we would not be allowed to pate tark—I mean take part in it.”
“Why not?”
“Why, isn’t it for Californians exclusively?”
“Not at all. California seldom does anything for Californians exclusively. They are the most liberal, broad-minded people in the world, and they like to interest outsiders in their doings. This tournament is open to all non-professional athletes who may wish to enter it.”
The interest of the listening boys grew deeper.
“And you think it would be a good plan for some of us to take a hand in it, eh?” said Diamond, his face brightening.
“Yes.”
“Is that your scheme?”
“Part of it.”
“I fail to understand how it would be affected by my departure.”