They would consider that because of our size we were acting the part
of the bully in order to reap financial benefit. They call us the
'Dollar Republic,' you know. Our interests in Central and South
America would suffer a severe setback."
Accordingly, it was distinctly up to the boys and Mr. Temple to effect
Mr. Hampton's rescue themselves. And out of the discussion had grown
the plan to have Jack, Bob and Frank make their way to the Calomares
ranch and offer their services to the rebel forces in the guise of
young Americans who were seeking adventure.
Once within the rebel stronghold they would bide their time and await
an opportunity to free Mr. Hampton and escape with him.
"I, for one, won't be content until I get back our airplane," said
Frank, when the details were being discussed. "Probably we shall be
able to recapture it, and then we can all four make our escape in it.
The 'plane carries three easily and can be made to carry four at a
pinch."
"Hurray for you," cried Jack, delightedly. "That's a real idea."
"I'll say so," declared Bob. "We can do it, too. I know we can."
Carried away by the boys' enthusiasm, Mr. Temple nodded approval.
Jack said he was certain enlistment in the rebel forces would offer no
difficulties.
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