children began to filter in, and it was reported that relief measures were being undertaken by the various states. In some places the National Guard was being ordered out, to aid in rescue work, and several detachments of the Regulars had been sent to the flooded districts.
The first day and night passed without incident to our friends speeding to the West. No trace was seen of Munson, or any of his tools, and it was certain that if he had not boarded the train in New York, at which station the actor said he had seen him, the rival was behind, and not ahead of our friends.
"What's the matter, Blake?" asked Mr. Ringold, on the second day out. "Are you restless?" for the youth was pacing up and down the aisle of the car.
"Yes, I am, Mr. Ringold," he answered. "I wish I had something to film. I'm tired sitting around."
"You didn't mind it when we were out in the country," remarked Joe.
"No, but then we were on a vacation, and we were entitled to a rest. But now we're back on the job again, and I want action. I almost wish something would happen, to give me a chance to make a film."
"Don't say that! Don't say that!" cried Mr.
