"I know," replied Harry. "We must give him the information."
They ushered the newcomer into the cottage. The man's eyes expressed interest as he observed the wireless equipment.
"What's this?" he exclaimed. "A sending station?"
"Yes," responded Vincent.
"What is its range?"
"Only a few hundred miles. But we can receive from a great distance."
"Even from Russia," said Major Weston.
Wheeling about, Cooper stared at the Englishman. His face seemed excited; his hands and arms trembled nervously.
"Why did you say that?" he exclaimed.
"Because I believed it would interest you," said the Englishman. "Mr. Cooper, I am your friend. Like you, I have an interest in Russia." He drew a paper from his pocket and unfolded it before the eyes of the astonished guest.