CHAPTER X
THE "DUD"
Much the same sort of scene was going on in the streets of Paris as Tom and Jack had witnessed when first the populace realized that they were under fire from a myterious German cannon. There was the initial alarm—the warnings sounded by the police and soldiers, warnings which were different from those indicating a Zeppelin or aircraft raid, and then the hurry for cover.
But it was noticeable that not so many of the people rushed for a secure hiding place as had done so at first.
"They're not so afraid of the big gun as they were," observed Jack, as he hurried along with his chum.
"No. Though it's just as well to be a bit cautious, I think. The people of Paris are beginning to lose fear because they see that the German shells don't do as much damage as might be expected."
"You're right there, Tom," said Jack. "The shells are rather small, to judge by the damage they do. I wonder why that is?"
