Jobbins (notes). First train to Brighton.

Jack. He may be at a boarding-house.

Jobbins (notes). Possibly a boarding-house.

Jack. When you find him give him this note (closing it and giving it), and send me a wire. (Gives five-pound note.) There is some cash for your expenses.

Stella. How is he to know Walter?

Jack. Isn’t there a photograph? (Finds one on mantel R.) Here we are. (Gives it.)

Jobbins. I’ll walk about the Brighton streets with this—why, I seen this gent in the public gardens five minutes ago.

Jack. Then after him and bring him back.

Jobbins (at D. in F.). You’ll hear from me—BY WIRE.

(Exit.)