Richland beacon., 1873-07-26
ovid seemed to have diminished in

and its object must he an exciting
one. l should not wonder if it were
about the Alabama, despite the fact
that that question is settled.
Perhaps 50, replied Mr.. Fogg,
simply.
AT least. there are two champions
IN presence of each other, the honorable
MIR. Cameriieid and the honorable Mr..
Mandiboy"
Aouda, leaning upon Mr.. Fogg's arm,
observed the tumultuous scene with
surprise, while Fix asked man near
him what the cause of it all was. Be-
fore the man could reply, fresh agita-
tiOn arose hurrahs and excited shouts
were heard the staffs of the banners
began to be used as offensive weapons ::
and fists flew about in every direction.
Thumps were exchanged from the tops
of the carriages and Omnibuses which
had been blockaded up in the crowd.
Boots and shoes went whirling through
the air, and Mr.. Fogg thought he even
heard the crack of revolvers mingling
i'll the din. The rout approached the
stairway, and flowed over the lower
step. One of the parties had evidently
been repulsed but the mere lockers on
could not tell whether Mandiboy or
Camerfeld had gained the upper hand.
1T would he prudent for us to re-.
tire, said Fix. who was anxious that
Mr.. Fogg should not receive any injury,
at least until they got back to London.
" If there's any question about England
in all this, and we were recognized, I
fear it would go hard with u.s."
IAN English subject" began Mr..
FOgg.
He did not finish his sentence for
terrific hubbub now arose on the ter
race behind the flight of steps where
they stood, and there were frantic
shouts of, "Hurrah for Mandiboy!
Hip, hip, hurrah ~
1t was band of voters coming to the
rescue of their allies, and taking the
Camertield forces in flank. Mr.. Fogg,
AOuda, and Fix found themselves be-
tween two fires ii WAS too late to es-
cape. The torrent OF men, armed with
loaded canes and sticks, was irresistible.
Phileas Fogg and Fix were roughly
hustled in their attempts to protect
their fair companion tine former, as
cool as ever, tried to defend himself
with the weapons which nature had
placed at the end of every Englishman's
arm, but in vain. A big, brawny fellow
with red beard, flushed face and broad
who seemed to be the chief
of the band, raised his clenched fist to
strike Mr.. Fogg, whom he would have
given a crushing blow, had not Fix
rushed in and received it in his stead.
4 hr,,, .ota al
its appearance under the detectives silk
hat, which was completely mashed in.
Yankee !" exclaimed Mr.. Fogg,
darting a contemptuOus look Mt the ruff
fan.
Englishman :" returned the other.
'' We will meet again -
"When you please"
"What is your name 2"
"Phileas Fogg. And yours -
"Col. Stamp Proctor"
The human tide now swept by, after
Fix, who speedily got upon
lis feet again, though with tattered
'lothcs. Happily, he was not seriously
lurt. His travelling over-coat was di-
'ided into two unequal parts, and his
rousers resembled those of certain In
lians, which fit less compactly than they
re easy to put on. Aouda had escaped
and Fix alone bore marks of
he fray in his black and blue br,lise.
Thanks" said Mr.. Fogg to the de-
ective, as soon as they were out of the
rOwd
"No thanks are necessary" replied
TX "but let us CO."
"Where? %
"To a tailor's."
Such visit was, indeed, opportune.
he clothing of both Mr.. Fogg and Fix
'as in rags, as if they had themselves
cen actively engaged in the contest be-
ween Camerfield and Mapdiboy. An
our after, they were once more suit
bly, attired, and with Aouda returned
D the International. Passepartout was
'aiting for his master, armed with half
dozen six-barreled revolvers. When
e perceived Fix, he knit his brOws;
Mt Aouda having, in few words, told
i'm of their adventure, his countenance
esumed its placid expression. Fix evil
emily was no longer an enemy, but an
Ily; he was faithfully keeping his
ord.
Dinner over, the coach was to convey
,e passengers and their luggage to the
alton drew mp to the door. As he was
citing in, Fogg said to Fix, "YOu have
ot seen this Colonel Proctor again %
"NO."
81 vii! come back to America to find
i'm" said Phileas Fogg, calmly. "It
ould not be right for an Englishman
permit himself to be treated in that
ay, without retaliating."
The detective smiled, but did not re-
y. 1t was clear that Mr.. FOgg was
le of those Englishmen who, while
ey do not tolerate dueling at home,
,ht abroad when their honor is at
cked.
At quarter before six the travellers
ached the station, and found the train
ady to depart. AS he was about to
ter it, Mr.. Fogg called porter, and
I'd to him, "My friend, was there not
me trouble, to-day, in San Fran
cO?"
:" 1t was a political meeting, sir"
piled the porter.
60 But thought there was a great
al of disturbance in the streets"
50 1t was only meeting assembled
an election"
SO The election of a general-in-chief,
doubt ?" answered Mr.. Fogg.
'' No, sir of a justice of the peace"
Phlleas Fogg got into the train,
ich started off at full speed.