Another conference was held, and as a result it was decided that the constable, assisted by big Jim Bowman and Farmer Libby, should march the prisoners to a temporary lockup and later transfer them to the Lakeport jail, there to await the action of the court. It may be added here that this was done, and the three tramps received sentences which kept them from doing further harm for some time to come. “Well, we won out that time,” said Joe, as the young hunters and Joel Runnell started, the next day, for the camp on Pine Island. “I am glad we went after those tramps before they had a chance to leave Ike Slosson’s house.” “We’ll have to give Teddy credit,” said Harry. “He’s the one who made this capture possible.” And the Irish lad was warmly praised, much to his satisfaction. CHAPTER XXIX A GREAT MOOSE CHASE All were anxious to learn if the shelter on the island had been disturbed during their absence. When they arrived at the spot they found everything as they had left it, much to their satisfaction. “I’m going to take it easy for a day,” said Joe. “I think we all deserve a rest.” “Second the commotion,” said Fred, and so they rested. “I’ve got to go home,” said Teddy. “I’m sorry to leave you all, but it can’t be helped.” And he left them that noon, all hands giving him a rousing cheer as he departed. He carried with him four rabbits taken from the traps and also a very fat turkey which Joel Runnell managed to lay low for him. The boys all felt that their hunting tour must soon come to an end, and having rested, they resolved to make the most of the time that still remained to them. “We may never get another chance to go out like this,” said Harry. “One thing I’d like to bring down before we leave. That is a moose.” “I guess a moose would suit all of us,” cried Link. “But I don’t think we are going to get any. Moose are mighty scarce around here.” “Link is right,” put in Joel Runnell. “But for all that we may spot one before we go.” “Oh, have you seen any signs of a moose?” ejaculated Harry. “I’ve seen some signs that may have been made by a moose, although a big deer would leave the same marks.” The shelter was now a very cozy place, for all of the boys spent their leisure time in fixing it up. They had long ago named it Two-Tree Lodge, and Fred had cut out a sign with his jackknife and this was hung over the doorway. “If folks only knew what a fine camping-out spot this island is, I dare say there would be many more people here,” declared Bart. It must not be imagined that Joe and Harry had forgotten about Hiram Skeetles’ missing pocketbook, that which contained the papers of so much value.