"I know that."
"I think one of us might remain here on guard, while the others go to town for help."
"How are you going to get to town?"
"I've got a plan for that," and Dick smiled faintly. "I'll make our friend, the chauffeur, do us a good turn."
"What, will you go in that touring car?" cried Sam.
"Why not? It's a big, roomy car, and can carry a lot of officers of the law. And we know it can make speed."
"All right, Dick, go ahead. I guess you know the right thing to do."
After a few words, it was decided that Tom should remain on guard while Dick and Sam went for assistance. Dick cautioned Tom not to show himself.
"If you do, you may spoil everything," said he.
"All right, I'll lay low," answered Tom, "that is, unless I find out that the girls actually need me," he added. "I won't stand it if that old woman, or Crabtree, illtreats them."