At the mention of my uncle's name, Mr. Oscar Ranson jumped to his feet.


CHAPTER XIII.

A NEW FRIEND.

"Felix Stillwell your uncle!" exclaimed Mr. Oscar Ranson, as he stepped up to me.

I was amazed at his reception of the news.

"Yes, sir," I replied.

"I know him quite well," went on Mr. Ranson slowly.

"You do?"

"Yes; in fact I have had some dealings with him, but—but——"