"Is that true?" he demanded.
"Absolutely," said Hal.
Without further words, Jennings rushed toward the operator. But Stubbs was ahead of him.
"Hold on, now," said the little man. "I'm first at this wire, and I haven't finished my message yet."
"Hurry then," said Jennings, "and give me a chance."
"You stick close," said Stubbs, "and you shall have the second chance at the wire. But I haven't half finished yet."
"Great Scott, man! You've sent your flash, haven't you?"
"Yes; but I want to add a few details."
"Well, let me get in a few words ahead and I'll gladly relinquish the wire again."
"Not much," said Stubbs. "I have the wire now and I intend to keep it for the next hour if I have to file the first chapter of Genesis."