"This
information must not get out. I believe, Jack, your father will be
safe from harm and that the men who seized him are intent on
embroiling Mexico and the United States. Now we don't want any more
wars, Jack, and we must try to get your father back without the aid of
troops."
"Yes, sir," said Jack. "Father and I have suspected what the game was,
and that was why I told the cowboy to say nothing."
"Good," said Mr. Temple, approvingly. "Now, Jack, that the mystery of
the airplane's disappearance has been cleared up, we are ready to
leave at once. We can get out of New York City on the 6 o'clock train
tonight. Look for us Friday. I'll say good-bye until then, and let the
boys speak to you, for I know they are dying to do so."
While the boys and Jack conversed, Mr. Temple sought out his wife.
After explaining the necessity for his abrupt departure with the boys
for New Mexico, he said:
"I should worry if I thought you would be subjected to annoyances
while we were away. But I believe there will be no more trouble here.
And with the servants in the house and the guests you have invited,
you may feel perfectly safe."
"Oh, Dad, I think you're awfully mean not to take me along," pouted
Della, who was present.
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