“Everybody calls me Himski, sir; the name is too long.”
“You don’t know what you’re talking about, Mr. Himski.” Commander Thornton spoke angrily. “I place no credence at all in what you say.”
“Professor,” asked Himski, quietly, “have you a master or pass-key to all the doors in this building? I think I may throw some light on this subject.”
“Yes, here is one; I always carry it with me.”
Without asking to be excused Himski was off on a run and instantly disappeared around the corridor. He was back in a very few minutes.
The commandant was pursuing his questions but nothing further was developed.
“Well, sir,” he demanded sharply, as Himski came in the room, “do you still persist in your ridiculous statement?”
“My statement was entirely correct, sir.”
“I don’t believe it and I shall recommend Mr. Osborn for dismissal.”
“I can prove he’s innocent, sir; prove it to your complete satisfaction, captain, if you will only give me the chance. It will take only a moment.”