The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1884-05-09
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lsed one? Let us consider. We will
take time, l have friends in London
who will gladly help us. At all events,
we won't give up the ship just yet"
Her lovers strength and heartiness,
his confidence in right and justice, and
his masterful manner of speech and
purpose, soon brought the sorrowful
maiden into a more hopeful state, so
that when he left her he left smiles up-
on her face.
The lieutenant, since his interview
with Sir Thomas, had resolved to re-
turn at once to London. The stage
coach from Shoreham to Chichester
would pass shortly, and the nearest way
from the hall to the highway was
through the great park. Helladstruck
into the well-beaten path, and had
gained, perhaps, half the distance,
when he was brought to a sudden stop
by a scene that commanded at once his
earnest sympathy.
An elderly gentleman, who had evil
IDENTIFY been on his way to the hall, had
been attacked by a savage stag that had
brokenloose from the deer park. Ayl-
ing well knew the nature and DISPOSE
ton of this animal, as he had once had
a bout with him on his own account. He
was n Of the largest of his class; lit
orally, 81 monarch of the glen," which
had been sent to the lord of the manor
from the highlands of Scotland. His
widely branching antlers were of enor-
nous size, and the man who should
once get fairly caught thereon might
calculate upon a speedy exit from this
%sublunary sphere.
The individual attacked was certain.
ly more than three-score-perhaps
nearer to three-score and ten habited
in a sort Of undress, free and easy naval
uniform; naturally, one would Judge,
a pleasant faced old man, but just at
present so excessively frightened that
marks of character might go for moth
ing.
When Il hero first discovered him
he had lodged behind n large oak tree,
while the stag stood ready for q charge
on the opposite side.
Ayling saw ut an instant that when
the stag should make another onset it
would be next to impossible for his vic
tim to escape; and if the Infatuated beast
once reached him, what could save him?
The brave youth hesitated only long
enough to fully grasp the situation.
He had great confidence in mis- own
physical strength, and he believed he
could throw the animal from his feet.
AT all events he would not see q de-
fenseless old man killed before his face,
while he had strength and sense to make
an effort. He took a critical view of
evey point, and then, with a bound and o
yell, he leaped forward.
Exactly how he did it he could never
tell. He caught the branching anglers
at the same time striking with heavy
force against the stays shoulder; then
with all his strength, twisting the head
backward and drawing it toward him,
while he struck his foot with a solid
kick against the leg nearest him. The
effort was successful. He brought the
stag down upon his side, driving his
nose into the gravel and pressing his
knees upon the neck and shoulder.
Then he shouted to the old gentleman
to run. There was n gate not 10 rods
away. which he could easily reach.
Run for the gate and I will follow"
was his command, and the man had sense
enough to obey, and when he had al
most reached it the lieutenant sprang to
his feet and sped after him, and before
the demoralized beast could recover his
sences both the men were safe.
Well, Young man, you have saved
my life. Don't you think 500"
II certainly think, sir, that I saved
you from q great danger"
~, you saved my life. Who are
Ayling was we'll satisfied that the old
gentleman was nothing less than q re-
tired admiral, and he respected him &C
cordingly.
II am George Ayling, sir, q lieuten- !
ant in His Majesty s navy"
care you the, son of Arthur Aging,
the London wine merchant"
II am, sir-his only SON"
"Ay; 1 remember; I gave a word for
him to the admiralty when he was
seeking to get a place in the navy for
his boy. Really, l I'M glad that I have
met YOU. And now what are you doing
here? ?"
1t struck the youth that if this man
had influence, and was ut the same time
a friend of Sir Thomas, he might posi-
bly, help him, so, iii q very delicate and
modest manner, he told the whole story
told of his love for the beautiful Lady
Emeline-of her love for him, of his
late interview with Sir Thomas and of
the result.
The old man laughed outright.
ooh, the old sea-dog! What a growl-
er he is! But, young man do you come
with me. By st George! I'll give old
Tom q piece of my mind. Come along;
l won't let him eat you,"
Ayling hesitated but for a little time.
His aged friend seemed so confident,
and was SO pleasant, eager, so %jovial,
that he quickly gave in, and turned back
with him towards the hall.
They had reached the broad graveled
driveway in front of the mansion when
they discovered the Lady Emeline her
self upon the piazza sitting with her
head bent upon her hand, like one dis
consulate.
Hold on" said the old man ;stdoyou
let me go on in advance and speak word
with the lady before you come mp"
And without further remark he hastened
on"
Ayling saw him ascend to the piazza;
saw Emeline start quickly to her feet
with an exclamation of surprise; saw
him take her hand and raise it to her
lips and then he spoke. Presently the
beautiful face was transfgured, and the
dear girl clapped her hands With q cry
of Joy. The eager lover could tarry no
longer. He hastened forward, and as
he joined them, and once more took his
darling's hand, the good old man bade
them follow him, and, as he thus COM
manded, he turned and strobe on in the
direction of the old admiral's sanctum,
tie two lovers hand-in.hand. following