But finally the Steam Man reached this part of the range, and fortunately it was found that the mountain side here was clear and the Man could scale it.
Frank started the Man up the incline, picking his way carefully.
Thus far nothing could be seen of the greasers.
If they were cognizant of the nearness of the Steam Man they did not show it.
What their game was Frank was not prepared to say, but he kept a sharp lookout, fearing treachery.
After climbing the mountain side for some time, the Man reached a spur, beyond which a good view of the interior country could be had.
Here Frank called a halt for a brief time.
With a glass he began to study the country beyond. In a few moments he gave an exclamation.
“I believe I have discovered the den of the greasers,” he declared.
“Shure, yez don’t mane it?” cried Barney.