[CHAPTER XXII]
TO THE RESCUE
Joe Brinker was a sorry sight as he staggered forward, and fell almost at the feet of Jack. He certainly looked as though he had been through a rough experience since last they saw him with Clarence aboard the Flash.
“Why, it’s Joe!” exclaimed Nick, as though he had just recognized the intruder.
Jack had jumped forward, and was now bending over the newcomer.
“Here, Josh, any hot coffee left in the pot?” he demanded, seeing that the other looked utterly exhausted, as though he might not have partaken of food for many hours.
Josh immediately poured out a cup, and handed it to Jack.
“Sit up here, and swallow this, Joe,” said Jack, supporting the fellow with one arm, and holding the tin cup to his lips.