"--the first-aid kit," went on the announcer. "Morgan or Hughes is
being held on a John Doe warrant, charged with love-lotus possession,
abduction, illegal restraint, assault and battery, and driving an
interstate truck with an improper license.
"Miss Hannon collapsed after driving the truck to within sight of the
dragnet set out for Farradyne. Her statement will be taken by the Sand
Office as soon as she has recovered. The point of hospitalization has
been kept secret by the Sandmen, who are now confident of an early
arrest. Indications are that Hughes or Morgan (also known occasionally
as Carl Brenner) has turned state's evidence and is willing to inform
on his racket-boss Farradyne."
"Hah!" said Carolyn nastily.
"Did you a lot of good, didn't it, Farradyne?" snarled Morgan.
Farradyne ignored Morgan and spoke to Carolyn. "Unless Norma is being
tended by someone of your gang, this is the end, baby."
She eyed him superciliously. "How long will they believe her after they
discover she's a love-lotus addict herself?"
"She isn't. She's cured, remember?"