The times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1882-1897, 1889-01-04

harmony and Perfume, and the archbishop
was about to give Masaniello and his bride
the nuptial blessing, when cries Of; Long
live the heal of the people Long live .'asa.
nie'lor' were suddenly heard at the doors.
Don Juan Fernandez, who had maintained
throughout the ceremony n most becoming
attitude, gave orders to have the people ad-
mitted, 50 that thew might witness the tri-
umph of their beloved tribune.
The doors were. therefore. thrown open,
and 200 reckless looking individuals. with
hoarse voices and menacing gestures, invaded
the nave of the chapel, rushed among the
spectators overturned the chairs and threw
confusion everywhere
These were. in effect, the assassins en-
ployed 10y the intriguing Don Juan Fernan-
deg. They had come, under cover Of the
name of "tho people," to destroy tho fisher
man.
Dom Francesco's shrewd eye perceived tho
whole Of tho infamous design in an instant.
In another moment he approached one of tho
windows, and raising the sash he mado a sign
the sign Of danger-to n tall figure which
he deserted in the crowd
A few moments later there was rush
around the door Of the church: and this was
Immediately succeeded by the appearance Of
a large body of fishermen, variously armed
with knives, n,uskets, pistols, pixies and
clubs, who rushed into the building, exclaim-
ing:
"Death to the enemies of tho head of the
peoplel Woe be to him who lays a hand
upon our Masanielloi'
The band OF assassins glanced at one an
other uneasily. They saw, intuitively, that
their game was up.
Don Juan Fernandez glanced toward the
viceroy-their eyes met, and both turned
pale.
At this moment the former felt q hand
upon his arm; turning, he beheld the eyes OF
Dom Francesca fixed stern y upon HIM.
while a sarcastic smile played upon his lip.
"What want you with me, monkaa' do
manded tho young noble.
ITO tell you that the poisoned bouquet has
failed in its effect-to tell you that the assas
sin horde whom you have introduced here to
STAY tho Head of the People will fail in their
design-and to tell you, miserable wretch,
that not Masanie.lo's but your own hour has
comet"
"Insolent priest-this to me! Beware
Dom francesca made a sign to q knot of
fishermen, who had beeh gradually drawing
themselves into circle, Of which Don Juan
Fernandez was the center.
The young man saw in an instant that he
was surrounded and q prisoner.
away with himl" said Dom Francesca,
sternly.
In another minute Don Juan Fernandez
was hurried out of the church. Ten minutes
late and his body hung, dangling by tho
neck, from the portals of the palace of the
viceroy.
$50 perish!" cried voice which every
body recognized, 1.-THE enemies of Masaniello,
the Head of the PEG le!''
1t was Pietro who spoke.
The populace joined in the cry, which was
borne on tho breeze to the cathedral.
The Duke of ARGOS turned pale as no
heard it.
"What is to be donci" he murmured "Our
plot Is discovered Oh, who will counsel
meP'
"That will l." answered low but firm
The viceroy turned and beheld Dom Fran
cesco
"Your' he exclaimed "You counsel the
viceroy OF Naples"
"Even ! my lordr replied the monk
firmly. q will give you the same counsal
that woud give my brother were he in
your positioni'
what would you advise your brotherf'
demanded the Spaniard proudly.
ITO give his daughter to the head Of the
people, il he had, like you, so promised. and
then TO resign his Office into the hands Of his
new made son-in-law."
"And them
"And then. my lord. would counsel him
to take the earliest opportunity to fly from
Naples, every ono OF whose people consider it
" duty to shed h.s bloodr
The viceroy made no reply He bowed
down his bead for few moments in thought
Meanwhile the throng inside the temple
began to murmur
"Why do you not proceed with the cere-
mony" shouted voice In the crowd Must
the people await forever the convenience Of
a tyrantF'
"Do you hear my lordr said Dom Fran
cesco significantly "Tbe people grow clam
orous. and you are already aware Of the
power Of the peopler'
The viceroy raised his eyes and fixed them
upon the monk az IL he wished to look him
down But the latter met his glance with
an eye as imperious and firmer than his own.
Arcos quailcd and bit his hip Pride and
passion counseled him TO smite the monk to
the earth. hut prudence advised him to an
opposite course.
"You are right, priest" he said in an un.
dertonc. Your advice, though not friendly,
Is based on wisdom. and will follow 1t. On
with the bridalsl"
We have little moro to tell, and that little
can be summed up in few words.
After tho marriage of his daughter Don
ARGOS relinquished the government into the
hands OF his son-in-iaw. Masanicllo, whose
mild, firm and generous rule won for him
tho enduring love and loyalty Of Naples, and
evidenced the gcnuineness Of his patriotism
as head OF tho people.
Pietro and Jeanne were united few weeks
after the marriage Of Masaniello Their
fortunes we're cared for by their brave and
noble brother, and right worthily did he
watch over their interests, without, how
ever, sacrificing single ducat Of the public
money.
Dom Franccsco rsmainsd the friend and
became tho principal counselor Of his foster
son, Masaniello, between whom and himself
existed firm and tervsnt svssndsbin. which