"They are working' their way into Thorn's Gulch."
"And do you think they are looking for Simon Moultrie's claim the same as
we are?" demanded John, who was not fully aware of the events which had
occurred during his absence.
The Navajo smiled slightly and replied, "Yes, they both are trying to find
the place."
"Do you know where it is? Have you anything to show where he found the new
mine?"
"Not very much," replied the Indian.
His manner, however, impressed the Go Ahead Boys strongly that Thomas
Jefferson possessed information concerning the object of their search
which he was not willing to communicate.
The mystery surrounding the place had deepened. The fact that two white
men as well as two Indians, in addition to the Go Ahead Boys and their
guides, were convinced at the same time that the dead Simon Moultrie had
discovered a lead of great promise, increased their interest. Already Fred
and John had discussed what they would do with the fortune which they were
convinced soon would be theirs as soon as the claim of the dead prospector
had been located.
John and Pete, thoroughly wearied by their long journey for supplies, were
soon ready for bed.
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