Jimmie was not easily mollified, however, and began a vigorous protest, which was with difficulty silenced by his chums. He declared that he felt highly insulted at being placed in a cell in a police station.
"Hello, look who's here!" cried Jack, in the midst of the argument.
A young lad of about their own age had entered. He was dressed in a khaki uniform which seemed to be a modification of their own.
As the four boys gazed at the newcomer his hand rose in the well-known Boy Scout salute. This was immediately answered.
CHAPTER XII. At the War Office.
For only a moment the newcomer stood at attention, then quickly crossing the room, he extended a hand in greeting. His frank countenance beamed with pleasure as he shook hands with each of the four boys.
Jimmie broke the silence which followed by saying:
"Well, Scout, I see by your badge that you're a Hawk!"