Trouble certainly would have developed save for the timely arrival of Mr. Karwhite. The park superintendent, who had been working nearby, had been drawn by the loud cries.
Wondering what might be amiss, he came hurrying up the trail.
“What’s going on here?” he demanded.
His appearance was enough to frighten the four boys.
“Beat it fellows!”
With this warning to his three companions, the eldest culprit dropped the sack of nuts, and fled through the trees.
CHAPTER 12
Help for Mrs. Myles
MR. Karwhite did not attempt to pursue the fleeing boys.
Nevertheless, he had recognized one of the gang.