"Glad to see you, Uncle Thomas," he said, effusively. "I suppose you received my letter?"
"Yes."
"I hope you are satisfied. I had hard work to find out about the boy."
"Humph! I don't see how there could be anything difficult about it. I hope you didn't mention my name?"
"No. I suppose you are interested in the boy," said Stephen, with a look of curious inquiry.
"Yes; I always feel interested in the poor, and those who require assistance."
"I am glad of that, uncle, for you have a poor nephew."
"And a lazy one," said Browning, sharply. "Where would I be if I had been as indolent as you?"
"I am sure I am willing to do whatever you require, Uncle Thomas. Have you any instructions?"
"Well, not just now, except to let me know all you can learn about the newsboy. Has he any other source of income except selling papers?"