The Waif of the ＂Cynthia＂

known him as a cabin-boy and sailor, both before and after the loss of the "Cynthia." Up to that time Patrick O'Donoghan had been poor, as all sailors are. Aft

of seamen in such cases, he carefully avoided speaking about the sad occurrence. He would always turn the conversation if any one alluded to it before him, and he was very anxious to start on a long voyage before the lawsuit brought by the company to recover the insu

him after a voyage, but a few days after his return he always had gold and bank-notes; and when he was tipsy, which frequently happened, he would boast of

triking the table with his fist, "The baby t

r draw out of him any explanation of these words, and for many years the Bo

hen Erik suddenly announced to her that he wa

for more than four years. There had also been something mysterious about his last departure. He had received a visit from a man who had been closeted with him f

r seen him si

ick O'Donoghan of some danger which threatened him, and the Irishman had thought it prudent to leave New York immediately. Mrs. Bowles did not think he had ever returned. If he had done so, they would have been sure to h

y related to Erik, and he hastened

was true they did not know where this man was, but they hoped to find him some day. It was the most important piece of news which they had as yet obtained. They resolved to telegraph to Mrs. Bowles, and beg her

l enough to be convinced that they had told him all that they knew. But he did not take into account Mr. Bredejord'

room on the first floor. She felt very much flattered at being invited to partake of it, in th

sation a certain number of fac

he shipwreck had occurred, and his subsequent conduct confirmed this theory. It was also evident that in New York or its environs he received the suspicious revenue which seemed to be connected with his secret. For when he arrived he was always wi

t he was tired of a sea-faring life, and that he thought he should give

the Irishman who was boarding at the Red Anchor, and had seemed pleased to hear that he was no longer there. Mr. Bowles felt sure that he wo

from whom he drew the money, and that this man had been sent to make him fear that criminal proceedings were abo

d this detective, as we

t date of the Irishman's departure, which was four years, lacking three mont

, corresponded precisely with the date of the first advertisements which he had caused to be made in Great Britain for the survivors

or an accomplice. He knew the authors of this crime, who lived in New York or its environs, and he had for a long time enjoyed the reward of his secrecy. Then a day had come when the e

in every point, they had obtained sufficient informat

Red Anchor full of hope that they would

nd read the old documents relative to this matter, which had lain undisturbed so many years. But the examination of these papers did not afford him any important intelligence. The matter had been decided upon technical points, relating to an excess of insurance far above the value of the vessel and cargo. Neither side

aims on the lives of the passengers to their heirs. But, in all thes

l was who was interested in the departure of Patrick O'Donoghan. As for this sailor, he did not appear to have set his foot in the United States for at least four years. All they could do was to keep the address of the place where he was born, which might prove useful some time. B

came to a sudden end, and without producing the slightest result. The only thing that remained to be done was to pass through Ireland as

and Liverpool touch at Cork, and this was only a few miles from Innishannon, the place where Patrick was born. There they learned that Pat

ed Dr. Schwaryencrona, as they embarke

ring man, does not renounce his profession at the age of thirty-five. It is the only one he knows. Patrick is doubtless still on the sea. And a

h not altogether indisputable," answered

e, he would avoid his old companions, and seek in preference ports where he was not likely to meet any of them. I know that my ideas can be contradicted, but let us suppose they

to advertisements?" a

f he is trying to hide himself; even supposing that

that you intended to do him no injury, but rather that it

that an ordinary seaman would not be

han, or to any one who would give you information as to w

at would cost a great deal, and might only frighten Patrick O'Donoghan, no matter how well worded the advertisement might be, provided it is to his i

rusty man who would be willi

ou wish it," answered Er

-and what would beco

m, even during my travels. And another thing, doctor, I must confess to you,

chwaryencrona, Mr. Bredejord, and P

e examination to-day if necessary. Once in possession of my diploma, it w

d to me?" said the doctor, half grieved, while t

made inquiries as to the requisite amount of knowledge, and I have mastered it. I sh

But to let you set out all alone now is another matter

his decision willin

go everywhere. If Patrick O'Donoghan was not hiding away, they might possibly find him by this means. If he was hiding, some one might see it and betray him. He therefore

g will be paid to any one who can give me news of him. Five hundred pounds sterling will be given to the said Patri

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doctor and his companions

d three days afterward it had made its appearance in several newspapers. Erik coul

was the greatest folly in the world, and that f

ord were deceived, as e