The single fighter was holding his own well.
Near by, with arms tied behind her, was a young girl.
It was Bessie Rodman.
“My God!” cried Frank. “Quick, for your life, boys! We must put an end to that struggle. Don’t you see it is young Barney and he is fighting to rescue the girl.”
“Golly, dat am a fac’!” cried Pomp, excitedly. “Jes’ gib me a chance at dem rapscallions.”
Up to the spot the Steam Man swiftly ran.
A cry of wildest joy and hope welled up from Bessie Rodman’s lips.
Young Barrows also saw that rescue was at hand and made extra exertions to overcome his foes.
The cowboys, however, seeing that succor had come tried to break away.
As Barrows was too exhausted to restrain them they succeeded and dashed away at full speed.