" "That's one of the ridiculous arguments people who want the Government to manage everything sometimes use," said Osborn with a scornful gesture.

He is the Sherard Osborn of Arctic regions notoriety.

He told Osborn about Grace's visit to Railton's and hinted that she had gone to find out if Kit had brought the sheep.

The estate was his by the sacred right of inheritance; for a hundred years there had been an Osborn at the Hall.

" "I can't help," said Osborn in a strained, hoarse voice.

" It was a relief to put the thing off, but he found no comfort as the days went by, and although he shrank from taking Mrs. Osborn into his confidence, his moody humor gave her a hint.