American Exchange, Strand

«We have it all here,» said Gregson, pointing to a litter of objects upon one of the bottom steps of the stairs.

«A gold watch, No. 97163, by Barraud, of London. Gold Albert chain, very heavy and solid. Gold ring, with masonic device. Gold pin bull-dog’s head, with rubies as eyes. Russian leather card-case, with cards of Enoch J. Drebber of Cleveland, corresponding with the E. J. D. upon the linen. No purse, but loose money to the extent of seven pounds thirteen. Pocket edition of Boccaccio’s Decameron, with name of Joseph Stangerson upon the fly-leaf. Two letters, one addressed to E. J. Drebber and one to Joseph Stangerson.»

«At what address?»

«American Exchange, Strand ,to be left till called for. They are both from the Guion Steamship Company, and refer to the sailing of their boats from Liverpool. It is clear that this unfortunate man was about to return to New York.»

STUD Part I, Ch. III