The Arkansaw traveler., 1883-09-08
The neighbors groaned,
 HAPIER II.

CHAFiEK Fl. As the young noseiists would say, several days after the startling events detailed in the last chap,er,' the people of the village met in John Sumpter's lecture hall. After the singing of a kind of see-saw hymn, the work of a" District" composer, John Sumpter arose to begin his discourse, when some one called
 Hold on moment. please
 Every one turned in surprise and looked in the direction from which the voice came. A tall young man, neatly dressed, advanced.
 Who are you :" demanded John Sumpter.
 William Lockwood
 An what do you want in the Dis trict, and why do you come here an poster us when we ar a, worship:'
 Il haven't time now, my good man, to answer all your questions, which are no doubt in order, and perfectly natural. am a Methodist preacher. Conference has granted to me the gratifying privi- lege to so around and preach the gospel where i, is most needed. have travelled around great deal md am fortunate in finding this place. Sand aside few moments and will proceed to dedicate the house to the true worship.'
 You git outen here."' demanded several voices. You ain, got no busi- ness a-tamperin' with us
 Brother Simmons" said John Sump,er, addressing the leader of the choir, give us another hime.'
 Hold on,' demanded the Methods, preacher. We are commanded 10 preach the gospel to every living creature You people are living creatures, although you attempt 10 impress stranger with the idea that you are not. don, want any trouble, but I'm going to preach in this house. To further my plans, and to increase the respect that the congregation has for me, will state that am re- garded as the best pistol shot in the state," and he drew couple of revolvers, and advancing to the table, he showed John Sumpser's hymn book aside, and depos- ited his weapons. [" would advise my hearers that in order to enjoy that exuber- ance of health, which kind Providence has bestowed, not to leave this house until the benedietion is pronounced. Hold on," and he cooked pistol and leveled i, man who arose. 'Sit down." and the man sat down. If any of the wo- men desire to leave they can do SO, Women have never had an equal chance with men, but on this occasion have decided to grant them special privileges. Having thus explained, will proceed with my sermon.'
 The men were so mys,ifed by the bold ness of the stranger that they sat and gazed at him. He took a text and pro- ceeded at once to expound his views on the subject. He told them how they were violating the laws of God and man by their exclusiveness, and denounced them for bringing up their children in ignorance of the world.
 I'll be blamed if l can stan this" ex- claimed John Sumpser, arising and turn ing upon the preacher. Several others, emboldened by their leader, also arose.
 Stand back, gentleman" said the preacher. "You know am telling you the truth.'
 "You are liar," shouted Jeff Magle. I He's not liar," exclaimed a voice, and John Sump,er's daughter who had been sitting with her face buried in her hands. advanced with a majesty that caused the men to fall back.
 "iou Lamuth," exclaimed John Sumpter, what do you meanS' I @Juss what say. You know that we have all been raised in ignorance. You know it, and cannot deny it and tell the truth"
 My good girl," said the preacher not in the least abashed, extending his hand, l"l told you that would be here. Now I am here and with your help can ac- compiish mueh.'
 You shall have my help
 Well. sit down now like the good girl