"Why, I know him well," was the comment of the young man. "He is one of my best friends. We will have to see if we can't recover your suitcase for you."
At that moment the alert young man happened to see a red-headed youngster peeping from behind one of the pillars that supported the dome. Instantly he understood the situation.
"Joe," he called, in authoritative tones, "come here at once."
Joe, thus called, responded obediently. The stranger took Barry by the arm, and pointing to the other, said:
"This is Mr. Joseph Hart, one of the pages of the House of Representatives. Joseph, I want you to meet Mr. Barry Wynn, who is to become your associate."
"Hello," said Joe.
"How are you?" greeted Barry, taking the outstretched hand.
"Joe," continued the gentleman, "get the young man his property."
Very sheepishly Joe went behind the pillar and, bringing out the suitcase, handed it to Barry.