"That's as good a solution as any other we now have," decided Ned, dropping the subject on approaching the gate. "Let's get back to town. I have some important matters to discuss with the boys."
After instructing the watchman in regard to repairs on the fence and the hangar, Ned talked a few moments with the group of boys who had expressed a desire to become Boy Scouts. Then entering the machine he gave the word to return to the Black Bear Club Rooms.
The return journey was completed without incident. Mr. Nobles declared that he would attend the conference to be held and would then proceed to other work of importance requiring his attention.
Entering the rooms the boys found this message:
"Call Mr. Bosworth on the phone at once. He has important news!"
CHAPTER V. Jimmie Finds a Spy.
"But I'm hungry!" protested Jimmie. "I'm nearly starved!"
"Come to think of it, I guess you have a right to feel a little gaunt and underfed," admitted Ned. "We ought to get down to Mr. Bosworth's office as quickly as we can, though. He needs us."