Mrs.
Willoughby was easily persuaded by her new friend to leave here
what she had stolen. Besides, having taken it, she had no further
interest in it.
"The rule of law is that every one is responsible who knows the
nature and consequences of his act. We have absolute proof that
you, Annie Grayson, although you did not actually commit any of
the thefts yourself, led Mrs. Willoughby on and profited by her.
Dr. Guthrie will take care of the case of Mrs. Willoughby. But the
law must deal with you for playing on the insanity of a
kleptomaniac--the cleverest scheme yet of the queen of
shoplifters."
As Kennedy turned nonchalantly from the detectives who had seized
Annie Grayson, he drew a little red folder from his pocket.
"You see, Walter," he smiled, "how soon one gets into a habit? I'm
almost a regular commuter, now. You know, they are always bringing
out these little red folders just when things grow interesting."
I glanced over his shoulder. He was studying the local timetable.
"We can get the last train from Glenclair if we hurry," he
announced, stuffing the folder back into his pocket.
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