The Shadow - 34 - The Silver Scourge by Maxwell Grant

Author:Maxwell Grant
Language: eng
Format: mobi, epub
Publisher: Street & Smith
Published: 1933-06-30T22:00:00+00:00

“Until a new set of reports have come in from the theaters. I keep three sets of old books, each covering a three months’ period -“

“Keep all of them from now on. They might prove useful in the future.”

“The records are transcribed into my own book -“

“I know that. Therefore, they are unnecessary. At the same time, they afford an insight into the methods of each individual manager. Hold the old books here.”

Kendall’s brusque manner ended. He began to talk on other subjects. He mentioned that he did not intend to be at home that evening until quite late.

IN his conversation, Foulkrod Kendall displayed changing moods, particularly when he discoursed with Clayton Landow.

The approaching marriage between young Landow and Kendall’s niece, Miriam, was much to the millionaire’s liking. Hiram Landow, Clayton’s father, was a powerful figure in State politics. As governor, he favored industrial development. Foulkrod Kendall knew that Clayton Landow formed a definite link between himself and the chief executive of the State.

The millionaire watched Clayton Landow put the books back into the safe. He glanced at his watch, and noted that it was nearly five o’clock. He remarked that he must return to the factory. He made his departure, and Clayton Landow, watching from the window, saw the millionaire’s limousine drive away.

Clayton Landow intended to call on Miriam Kendall that evening, but not until after eight o’clock. He decided to dine at the New Avalon Hotel. He went to his downtown apartment, changed his attire, and reached the hotel at half past six. In the dining room, he chanced to observe Harry Vincent at an obscure corner table. Landow joined The Shadow’s agent.

In his study of Harry Vincent, Clayton Landow could not agree with Foulkrod Kendall. The governor’s son was convinced that Harry had come here for a legitimate reason; that since his purpose had failed, he would return to New York without making any other negotiations. On this account, Landow was relieved when he heard Harry state that he intended to leave on the night train which left New Avalon at ten o’clock.

Dinner over, Landow offered to drive Harry to the station to make reservations. Harry accepted the offer. They reached the station at half past seven; Landow was with Harry when The Shadow’s agent bought his tickets. They drove back to the hotel. They alighted from the car, and Landow extended his hand to say good-by.

AT that moment a dull roar sounded from far above. Landow looked up to spy the lights of an airplane that was passing over New Avalon.

“Some one headed for the airport,” remarked Landow.

“Where is it located?” asked Harry.

“On the south side of the city,” informed Landow. “Taxi service is supplied. Air travel is still something of a novelty in this portion of the country, however.”

After Clayton Landow had driven away, Harry Vincent went directly into the hotel. He glanced about to make sure that Vic Marquette was not in the lobby; assured of this, he approached the desk, and told the clerk that he was checking out.

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