human
We've got to get the authorities busy on this case, Mr. Perry added after a few moments' hesitation.
gpt
We may be sure now that it's more than a hazing affair. There must be a retreat of some bad men around here somewhere.
human
What authorities shall we ask to help us?
gpt
That's so, he said presently.
human
Where are we--in Canada or the United States?
gpt
I think we ought to apply for help in both New York and Ontario,
human
It's going to take some time to make trips to both sides of the river and get the authorities of New York and Ontario busy, said Mr. Perry;
gpt
Hold on, father, Cub interrupted;
human
It won't do to depend on your radio messages his father replied.
gpt
You know the experience Mr. Baker's son had trying to get help that way.
human
Yes, but there were conditions that queered his calls, Cub replied.
gpt
Just remember the results we got by calling our new friend, Max, at Rockport, and what he did for us. Unless I'm badly mistaken, we can look for more help from him.
human
Yes, you're right, Bob, Mr. Perry admitted.
gpt
But I don't like the idea of staying here and depending on a few boys to take care of so big a proposition. We need to arouse the whole country around here, including all people along the shores, on the islands and those boating up and down the river.
human
In other words, there must be some real broadcasting,
gpt
You bet you, and more than any amateur radio station in the country can do. Now, we've wasted too much time already. Come on; we've got to get started without any more delay.
human
But let me stay and see what I can do while you're gone, Cub pleaded.
gpt
I bet I can have a police boat headed this way before you reach the mainland.
human
No, nothing doing, his father ruled unwaveringly.
gpt
You'd disappear just the way the other boys did. We can't afford to run any more such risks.
human
I'd be safe enough if you let me have that automatic o' yours, dad,
gpt
No, sir-ree; I'm not going to leave you here alone to fight any gun battle with a band of bandits.
human
You don't need to leave me here alone, dad. Mr. Baker may stay; you can run the Catwhisker alone.