"Anyhow, I believe my chest is an inch bigger because of the exercise," declared Bluff stoutly.
"I don't believe you got as much benefit out of it as I did, for since I was the winner I must have shown larger lungs than you did," said Jerry.
Then the heated discussion was on again, leading Frank to say:
"Boys, keep all that until we go out again, when you can open up another heat, and settle the matter for good. Will and I agree to umpire the race without the least leaning toward either contestant, won't we, Will?"
The outdoor chums reached home that evening, and the farmer's bound boy went with them.
"Jed, I want you to come with me," said Frank.
"What for?" asked the lad.
"I want you to have a talk with Bluff's father. He is a lawyer and may be able to do something for you."
"All right," was the prompt reply.
When they got to Bluff's home they had to wait for some time, for the lawyer was busy with one of his clients. But at last Bluff's father had a chance to listen to what Jed had to tell.