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This historic book may have numerous typos, missing text or index. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. 1903. Not illustrated. Excerpt: ... of Verselyn, that the landlord of the Chequers, who was no other than the former host of the Rose and Crown, should be included in their design, and receive a third of the reward. xvi The Svanmer-Hoiise at the Chequers--The Old mm--Randulph overhears the Plot--Dispersion of the Jacobite Club, and Fate of Cordwell Firebras. As Randulph passed through the Little Sanctuary, on his way to Millbank, he paused for a moment before the dwelling of the unfortunate miser. Ignorant of the catastrophe that had occurred there during the night, he could not help thinking that the house had a drearier look than usual; but attributing the notion to his own gloomy thoughts, he attached little importance to it, and passed on. On gaining Millbank, he speedily discovered the Chequers, and entering the house, recognised his old acquaintance, the former landlord of the Rose and Crown. The latter, however, did not recollect him, but eyed him rather suspiciously, till Randulph told him he came recommended by Mr. Cordwell Firebras. "Hush!" exclaimed the host. "He's only known as Captain Vizard here. My right name is Tom Wiles, but I'm now called Dick Chinnock. I fancy I've seen you before, sir." "I was introduced to the club when it met at vol, ii, Q your house in Gardiner's Street, Petty France," replied Randulph, "on the night when the members were pursued by the guard." "And an unlucky night it was!" exclaimed Chinnock. "We've never prospered since. I remember you now. I hope you won't bring the same ill-luck again. How soon will the captain be here, sirl" "Not before midnight, I believe," replied Randulph, "and as I'm a good deal fatigued, I should like to go to bed for a few hour...
