"Question them, Alice," he ordered.
Alice obeyed and there was considerable talk.
"Is it opium?" asked the old detective.
"This man says not."
"I wouldn't risk it, Mr. Brady. Better take him to the hospital," said the wardman.
"I think so too," replied the old detective. "You and Alice get the prisoners out, Connors. Telephone for an ambulance. I'll remain on guard here."
It seemed a big risk but there was no other way and this was done.
But in about five minutes a policeman whom they met on Mott street joined Old King Brady.
His presence was hardly needed, however, for no one came.
Alice was back soon after reporting that the three prisoners had been rounded up at the Elizabeth street station and the call for the ambulance given.