The trunks were removed from the wagon, and carried into
the hall, after which the driver returned and drove away. After waiting
for some time in view of the house, he saw the trunks taken in, and
placed in a front room in the second story.
Having now traced Thomas Duncan's trunks to their destination, and
feeling the need of additional assistance, Manning repaired to the
office of the chief of police and requested an interview with that
functionary. Upon being conducted into the private office of the chief,
Manning at once introduced himself, and stated the cause of his
appearance in the city. He met with a most cordial reception, and the
chief, without hesitation, promised him all the assistance in his power.
He had heard of the robbery at the time of its occurrence, and had also
read of the capture of the three men, who were suspected of being
implicated in that affair. Upon being informed that Thomas Duncan was
connected with the burglary, the chief evinced considerable surprise,
for he was well acquainted with the young man, and had been for several
years, in fact, almost since his boyhood. From the chief, Manning
learned that Duncan's parents had lived in the city for a long time, and
that "Tod" was rather a wild, careless fellow, who was frequently found
in bad company.
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