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Lyon County times. [volume] (Silver City, Nev.) 1874-1907, 1890-08-09

ne DfuCeu HtHtSey OtJoFt "b'V'
He did not WOO his affianced; she SIM
ply adored him, in passionate though
innocent fashion scarcely comprehensi-
BILE to the French.
The marriage was effected in three
weeks, and Teresa revived rapidly under
the invigorating influence of her happi-
ness. She took possession of her young
and handsome husband, fully, ardently,
with jealous and complete monopoly.
Agreeable and kind, he suffered her to
do this, becoming the more readily hers
and theirs from the fact that, his family
having gone, the poor fellow had not a
tie in the world outside Of Teresa and her
relatives.
In marrying the daughter of the Car
dellis he became almost as much their
child as she was, and in the simplicity of
his excellent and unsuspecting nature,
desiring to see everybody satiiied, he
kindly allowed himself to be captured.
Up to the last moment Teresa feared
lest some Unforeseen event might take
him from her. From morning till night
he was held prisoner, for she was still
jealous of Rosa Falcone, and did not
want Orlando to meet her, for then he
might regret the young girl and renounce
his marriage with Teresa.
Father, mother, maiden aunt. every
body, covered the young lover with gar
lands; all hung upon his lips from fear of
displeasing him. And this was absolute
ly sincere.
But when he had become Teresa's, in
stalled in her house, bound by solemn
oath, her goods, her husband, her prop
erty in fact, Teresa's passion became a
jealous delirium and its form changed.
Instead of submissive, she became ex-
acting. She had so long hoped in vain
that her anxiety was not calmed by pos
session. The young husband said to him
self thaG she had suffered much; he ac-
cepted in the beginning. AT the end of
six months, when the condition of affairs
caused him frequent irritation, he saw
what mistake he had made in not re-
sisting at the start; the precedent had
been established. 1t was necessary to
submit in order to avoid scenes and ner-
vous crises.
Obi the scenes!
He tried, however, to struggle; but
what could he do against a wife,
father, mother, an old maid? In the
end Orlando bent his head.
Then even his work was taken from
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A BREATH OF FREEDOM.

Pleasures never come singly. Since
his marriage Orlando had not attempted
to sell his pictures at the exhibition, for
he knew in advance the cry that would
be raised by interested parties. His wife's
family reproached him for his inertia;
urged on by them, this year he had taken
the necessary steps. AS he did not en-
cumber the committee with his demands
he had succeeded. The cashier had just
handed him 500 francs for his picture as
he was starting to see Rienzi.
On his way Monteforte passed by the
establishment of Tipaldi, the merchant
of whom he bought his canvas and
paints; he straightway paid his bill,
which amounted to 200 francs, happy
enough at having earned the money him.
self instead of getting it paid by the Car
dellis.
Then he went to the Hotel de Rome;
there found Rienzi, his wife, who re-
ceived him as if they had seen him the
night before, and Ferucci.
By a phenomenon that frequently oc-
ours Orlando felt himself suddenly
younger by the five last years that had
passed.
He shared their supper; then they
went to the Cafe d'Europe.
These three men, SO different in taste,
age, character, position and even origin,
found themselves as united as in former
days.
Rienzi's reputation was on firmer
footing than ever. But it was hard to
read his glory beneath the simplicity Of
his happy grace. Already celebrated,
though scarcely as old as Orlando, this
young master, who had never been a
pupil. and who had made himself by his
own efforts, still kept his careless man.
ner Of a student.
Ferucci, thinner, more Quixotic and
even poorer than before, had become a
philosopher, alas! for want of something
better. He talked more, and his dry
voice seemed to be formulating axioms,
so short were his phrases. His immense
Punch and Judy nose would have been
ridiculous but for the expression OF his
intelligent, sincere and stern eyes.
He always loved Peppino de Rienzi;
he was his pride; he had predicted his
future. Furthermore, Rienzi was Of
aristocratic race, and his real, uncon-
scious distinction charmed the delicacies
of the Bohemian, who had remained OF
the people through sincerity. In Rienzi
the man had realized the promise OF his
boyhood, and Ferucci experienced the
noble enjoyment of having well placed
the only admiration of his life.
! When the hour for separation came
Rienzi proposed that they take walk to
the shore.
"No," said Orlando, dismally. II am
going home"
"By Bacchusl but it is only 10 o'clock.
Only for one evening. Come with us.
MontetQrts hesitated. But the three
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CHAPTER v.
oRLANDo's DECLINE IN CAPTIVITY.

ORLANDo'S DECLINE IN CAPTIVITY.
In the happiness that Teresa's cure put
into the hearts of her relatives, Orlando
was surrounded with the most touching
cares: he was the hero, the saviour!
He busted himself neither with the mar
rage certificate nor with the fortune of
his betrothed. Her dowry consisted SIM
ply of ali income of four thousand francs
Welded by real estate. After all, it meant
alife of comfort and security in that beau
tiful country where wants are few.
But it was agreed that the young couple
should live with the Cardelli family.
Orlando subscribed to anything they
wished, the more readily as his father
and mother had decided to embark for
Valparaiso The life Of his parents was
assured in any case, ready as they were
to convert the small capital they had
amassed into life annuities--a thing
which Orlando looked upon as most
legitimate.
The Montefortes dwelt with joy upon
the thought that their son would be sur
rounded with family solicitude: they APP
proved with all their might the idea of
a union Of the young household with
that Of Teresa's parents. They had no
need to rearrange their rooms; the Car
dellis had long entertained the hope of
keeping their daughter with them after
marriage. A small parlor separated the
suite into two sets of apartments. In
one Of these Monteforte and Teresa es-
tablished themselves. In a neighboring
house they leased large, well lighted
room, which became Orlando's studio.
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hundred francs in his vest pocket stiffen-
ed his courage. He had paid for the
drinks, performed an act of independ-
ence. In all things there must be be-
ginning. Monteforte followed them.
At Santa Lucia, Rienzi, seized with
desire to renew the customs Of his boy
hood, wanted to eat some of the products
Of the sea. The name Of q merchant
who used to supply his family gave him
great pleasure; it was Mucchietiello. OF
him they bought various shell fish fra
grant with the odor Of the rocks. They
drank Asti wine. The songs and shouts
whose joyous sound is heard even at the
top Of San Martino seemed to be concen-
trated at the little port of Santa Lucia
Rienzi recovered his old time animation,
speaking in his original dialect Orlando
laughed gayly. forgetful OF the rest OF
the world. The hourf Little cared he
now what time it was!
An old fisherman approached Ferucci,
his cap in his hand.
IA fine night for a little trip on the
water, Don Gennaro. Would you like
to take one9"
All the boatmen knew Ferucci. When
he had q little money he ate macaroni on
the shore with the fishermen and spent
the rest in boating. A single passion re-
mained unchanged in the old painter
the passion for the sea. Never tired Of
it he knew all the ships, flags and boats.
BY instinct his steps led him infallibly to
the harbor.
He glanced over the bay regretfully
and greedily. The others had turned to
90 home. He was standing alone.
Sadly he shook his head.
"No money tonight, Padre Antonio" :"
But Peppino de Rienzi heard him. A
trip on the water in this beautiful MOON
light, what a happy idea!
Padre Antonio pointed to his boat;
they all stepped into it-Rienzi, his wife.
Monteforte and Ferucci. How long would
the trip last? Orlando did not ask.
At first they talked of those whom
Peppino used to know.
Del vecchio? He showed himself
among them no more. He had inherited
some property and lived confined in his
material comfort, gradually thickening
his brain and his body. Another one
had emigrated into the provinces. they
knew not where. A third, musician,
had become infatuated with pretty lit
tie flower girl, who was running him.
while his wife and children were coming
to want.
A fourth had abandoned painting.
All! indeed, art was discouraging in
| <b.ea dove Eorrnorlv at least there was
hope. They awaited the coming of the
dealers, large and small-M@ser, Ber-
trand, Cordier of Paris, Hartwell of
London, Leemann of New York, and
many others.
Now what misery and what struggle
and competition, just to sell one poor
canvas to the Society for the Promotion
of Art! No more true comradeshipl
fro DE CONTINUED.
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and started back.

and started back.
What? This poor fellow, bent, dimin-
ished, was he, the handsome Orlando
Monteforte?
He approached again for closer look.
Gray hair falling over his temples? Then
old age!
And asking himself how old he could
really be, he calculated:
"Thirty years!"
Nothing left in brain or heart. No IL
lusion left. Emptiedl Not even the
memory Of lofty sadnesses, lifting his
lassitude and his submissions to the re-
gion Of philosophy.
Once more he tried his voice, this time
in that song of infinite bitterness Bee
thoven's "Pacifcation."
And then his head drooped as he mur-
mured:
"Not even thatf"
After five years of marriage he was
morally unacceptable.
But one evening a simple bit OF news
brought ray of pleasure into this uni
formly gloomy existence. Rienzi had
arrived.
The return Of a compatriot from for
eign land was small thing in appear
ance. To Orlando it was an awakening
of memories, with the hope of talks
about art, exquisite and charming de-
tails embellished by the illusion of the
time that had passed.
This salutary shock did him great
deal of good. Why might it not save
him from encouragement and despair?
Lyon County times. [volume] (Silver City, Nev.) 1874-1907, 1890-08-09
-rHE BAR

will be supplied with none but the choisest Of
WINES,
Lyon County times. [volume] (Silver City, Nev.) 1874-1907, 1890-08-09

and the finest mixed and fancy drinks will al
ways be forthcoming upon order A fine club
room is at the disposal of parties who wish to
indulge in a social game of cards.
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will always be supplied with the choicest eata->
bles the market Affords and all the delicacies
will be supplied in season. Meals can be OBJ
tainen at ali hours. cooked to suit the most fss-
tidiOus epicure
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1890-12-24
BESSIE'S PETITION.
DY JULIUS PEysTAFF.

Bessie wa, % queer child Everybody
who knew her SAID that
1t was MT only her Zig head and her
big round eyes. and hcr little dumpi,h
body, hut it was her queer ways ald
her brightly odl sa}i Is that caused
everybody TO notice her.
Bessie had been taught to read at an
early az. And why not; Her father
had been the village pedagogue for ever
so lonv, aud teacaing reading was one
Of his specialties Il was said he had
taught several generations to read.
Anyhow, he was supposed 70 BE- entirely
a sorbed in the pursuit Of knowledge;
and when, at the age Of 80 or tn-re-
aLouts, he went and married pretty lit
tie Miss Padgelt, who lad b en- brough.
in from way back in the country &
work at Farmer Hicks, everybody was
very properly astonished, and there
was more talk in the village of Hicks
vile than was ever known belore-and
that is saying a great deal.
OF course. Farmer Hicks was very
angry He was a great man. the d.
scendant of Grandfather Hicks, VIII
had once owned all the ground on which
Hicksyilie was built Then he was an
old chiIdiess widower, and people said
that he wanted to marry little Mss
Padgett himself
Bessie grew up very happy child.
for her sweet young mother and her
kindly gray haired father dotted upon
her and thought she was the most won
derful CHI ever born.
It was said that she could read the
primer whenshe was four years old and
she was a miracle Of learning when she
was only six.
That is the result Of having peda-
gogue for father-or used to be So
for believe the race Of pedagosues has
disappeared from the earth.
II was not Bessies fault that her
father died, and taat her poor timid
mother was left TO struggle alone with
the world But she grew older ac.iHg
and odder in every way from trying To
think how such cruel things could be IN
word Of which she had read sue won
derfu ili
y b e cu,oi be-sia had i-i.
to.re o. hersaa
Qua-r k- Gic oi--irt'r
al bioSfap,te. and p .i- ,icil VTiii.i.
wi'ic. gave t4e Dyor ciiid ,fe idea "a
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proper thing. In all the historical crIs--
of which she had read petitions Ia
played the chief part.
Bessie therefore drew mp petition:
To FARMER HICKS:
My mamma is starving, and thero amt
thing in the house 20 eat am hungry, bui
mamma IS worse Off than am, cause she Is
sick abed. In view OF these facts respect
fully petition for such aid as your generosity
will afford. BESSIE.
Bessie used large words, because shr
had both heard aud read them. Sic
gave her petition much thought wrote
it out with great c1re on n foolscap
sheet, folded it neatly, and then
marched with 10 to Farmer Hicks store
house. Which she evidently conceive
was the proper point Of attack.
Il was not long walk, and Bes''
found the storeh1use open, for farm'i
Hicks had Just left it for momen
Bessie was ell pleased with the prospec
of well filed bins Of apples, potatoes,
and grain, OF barrels and tubs, and she
sat down to await developments.
Farmer Hicks was astonished as well
as amused when he returned and dis
covered Bessie, but lis astonishmcn
was turned to laughter and finally 10
something ike tears hon Bessie arosr
with dignity and proceeded to read hef
petition. "
well. well, he said. This do bca
all. Howsomever, it won't do to let th
poor creetur st rye, Wonder if she pm
that notion into that chid's head' ST.
allus was smart No matter, III d'
what's right.
Peo le talked again when Bessie an
her mother moved mp to old Farm
Hicks, but nothing came # it, exec
that Bessie and ier mother had goo
home. and Farmer Hicks, often Eiad
his croncs roar, when ho felt IN
specially good humor, by relating
story Of b sic. Petition.
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NO ~ ..t wars, conir'
ver.i4. e.usrs, euaons, and other
queer doinss of men.
Poor Bass'-! II the lonely little hou-
half mile out Of the village, with on
her patient little mother, who grew thin
,ner and raler day by day, for compan
ion, and with her fathers books alone { 9
her reading, what was she to know OF
the wavs OF the great world?
She formed her own ideas of many
things. and when her mother fell.sic,
and could not e. out of the bed in tie
morning, Bessie set her quick wits to
work to meet the crisis.
There was Farmer Hicks. She knev
he had plenty, for she had often heard So.
Size also knew that her poor mother w's
weak and sick from lack Of food, f.
she had heard her say, when She
thought her cild was not listening.
"Ol. to think az there is plenty mp 81
Mr.. Hicks storehouse, and / am perish
ing for lack food.
Ihi, condition OF Affairs certainli
called for acion, 50 Bessie, with h.,
large knowledge of the ways of Ia
world. dec del that petit on " was th
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for three inscrtions-larger ones in thc same
proportion. Each continuance fyy ,,e1"i
s-N1 advertisement to be considered by
the month or wear unless specified on the man
uscriot or previously agreed between the par
ties.
rs-Aualvcrtiscmeut not marked on the
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be- continued until ordered out, and payment
will be exacted accordingly.
~ REsULAR ADvERrIsENENTs. To avoio
any misunderstanding ON the part of the an-
nual advertisers 30 Is proper tO state disWc' y
that their privilege only extends Co their lm-
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advertisements sent by them to be am addition
al charge and no variation.
no-Obituary notices of more than FIVE lines
will De charged for
JOB WORK Posters. sale Bills Circulars.
Cards. etc. executed promptly, neatly ana 'l
fair prices.
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HE CHRISTMAS GHOST.
by C. II. BENEDICT.

T. &. lad been very bad eir.
s..,. had pulled Ter hair all out Of curl.
Had piuchel her brother and worried the cat,
smd with sister May had many a spat,--
Uniil old Dinah. the colored nurse.
AIuiler-d: Now. chile, you's gettin' worse,
an Chr,s'mus COMMITS here Almost;
You just 10 K ont for de Chris'mus ghost"
Elsie grew worse from day to day.
and making mischief seemed all her play;
shc worried her mamma into tears,
And scorned oil Dinah's gruesomc fears:
" Now. cHil.. look out Use tor you true,
Oar won no Santa Claus come to you;
An, sec ont dar by dc I gate poit
Oars a hole har hides de Chris'mus ghost
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Carter House Re pened.
GEORGE 5. WATSON, Proprietor.

rINHE CARTER HOUSE has recently under
L gone thorough renOyatiOn-newlyp paint
ed. papered and furnished and on Monday,
Nav l9,h. was re0pened for the accommoda-
ton of thc public. Transient or Permanent
Guests are assured that the best provision will
be made for their comfort in every p-rucular.
The House shall be model OF neatneSS and
cleanliness, and the table will be abundantly
and richly supplied. Attentive and courteous
servants, only, will be retained, and the pro-
prietor will not only give general supervision.
hut close attention 20 details SO that the guests
of the House shall have no room for complaint,
but have complete satisfaction guaranteed
them
MAY 2l. 1880.
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OFFERS to the people of jefferson County,
~ Insurance in . safe Company at the actual
cost of insurance, which is much cheaper than
the rates usually charged, and keeps the money
at home Good risks from responsible parties
are invited.
Executive Committee meets every Friday
DIRECroRs-Jos. Trapnell, Henry b. Dayen-
port. j. Garland Hurst, John W. Rider, w. IL.
T. Lewis r. Preston Chew, VIM. l.. Wilson,
Eugene Baker 5. w Washington, II. L. Snyder
Charles F. Wilson, John II. little, Jacob ;.
Melvin, +. Il. w Herr, .sSlc H. Strider.
col X P CHEW ,.............. ........ President.
H. b. DAVENPORT. ............. ......... Treasurer.
Executive CoMMITTEE-J q. Hurst, VIM.
a. T. Lewis. Eugene Baker, Isaac ii. Strider,
X. i. Chew, 5 " Washington.
Local AGENTS -Middleway-J. G. Shirley
Harpcrs Ferry -Chas. Z. Trail; Shepherds
town J. 5. Fleming, Duffields-C. l.. Barnnart
Cmrlestown Washington & Alexander.
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\ greatar ument in favor Of bachelor
hood is that nowhere doth it apPea
that there ever existed a Ms Saui
C.aus II TY.atels Statesman.
lftlEtrsH -
Needing tonic. CT children that vant b4ilHins
ur should take
RROWRs IRON BiTJ Frs.
Ttis rIosraut ID lake. cures Malaria, Indlges-
tlon. ana Biliorsucsz. Al dealers seepN.
IL YOUR BACK ACHES
Or you are all worn out. really good foF no-AinS
IL Is general debility. Iry
BROHS'S TROY EITTERS.
Il VII cure you, and give good appetite. Soid
by al dealers ~ medicine
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An apple tree on the premises OF
Joseph F. Piummer in Upper Swamp
scott. Mass. has rose ipgrafted on It
that blossomcd beautifully last season
1t was pure white and had the fragrance
Of the apple.
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Farmers.

LIVERY farmer should have can of our
II Brown or Red Paint 10 is pa; up Ia and
one gallon cans already TO put ON. The very
thing Tor painting gates pumps, roofs, and all
sorts ofaglcJ.turai implements.
AISQUlTH & co.
Apr rs. 80
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Christmas Eve with its mystery came.
But no fear tho hoyden child could tame;
IT'LL at last he heard the sum nons dread,
Naughty Elsie must go to he'd"
She climbed the stairs and sought her room;
The light blown out, soon all was gloom;
And then weird fancies thronged host,
And Elsi. thought of the Christmas ghost.
The night wa wild, the north wind blew;
The bic trees oughed and the snow il flew;
The windows raft ed, the rafters creaked,
Tho low roof rumbled. the chimneys shrieked;
And 70 Elsie. shivering alone in bed
The very air seemed filed with dread
She sta ted Graz with fear al most,
And cried. I'm afraid it's the Christmas
ghost
Louder and louder grew tho storm,
And fearful noises around did swarm,
For shudderng wall and moan went by,
And fendish laughter and doleful sigh;
And Elsie peered ere the window pane
Looked dimly out on the winding lane,
And 10. whe c tottere the old gate post
She saw il arise--thc Christmas ghost
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Surveying and COnveyancing

I WILL survey anywhere, promptly and at
/ short notice-accuracy guaranteed Special
attention paid IN connection Herewith to ORA "
ING DEEDS orany yotheriustrumentso Of Writing.
2. O.-Cbsrlestown, Jefferson Co., w. Va.
Dec. s, 1877. ). HOW ELL BROWN.
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RgyBq,. NhOy.

@T'HE room iu the rear OF Watson House, ia
l thealley. has been reitted and handsomely
furnished with improved Chairs &c. and viii
Dee conducted by samuel Brown. Customers
are assured of cleanliness in all the appoint
ments. and olmfortable. prompt and courteous
attention SAMUEL BROWN.
Clothes Renovated
Nav % 1850
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FOR THE TOWN CUSTOM

an orders win be deiyed 40 home OF customer.
Air T. r Eidy. au experienced miller is in
ter->-ed with u> iu fhe Milling Business. and
viii -ive prompt attention to AN orders
tHABLE>rOWN WATER &c MFG. CO.
tus lg 1850
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s u 2 GEE IG S

sold by Druggists or sent postpaid on receipt
Of price. pR. EUNrUREYs' Manual C4f paCes)
richly bound iu cloth and gold, mailed free.
nunp!rey., NJ icin 9 Go. .l-9 Enltnn 81. Ny.
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WE cali lle attention OF housekeepers to
W the nliowiug. Gclatine Corn starch.
Irish Moss rlpioca Ext Lemen. Ext Vanilla,
Ext Bitter Alm-1d and French Rose Water
an OF which we carry constantly in stock at
loves, prices AISQUITH co.
NOv Il lS,-
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vii ,rs b .,. the window Old
Blew in. ard ihcs orm $40 q rec and cold
Like n si.rtel spectre witt, lev breath.
Rushed ia the room with threat of death.
Il seized Pee ha Get, and whir.o the sheet,
And smotc the child with it, palms Of sleet;
And she Gcd with a speed no sloih could
boat
"Oh, sav, mc. save FROM the Chri-tmas ghost"
In har nur.,'s q ms she Ia hcr tale
~ itl dreaming cy and uenitent wall
"Dlr now, poo. lam, y shouldn't mind.
It's only dc storm and dc noisy wind;
An Dinah was jokin', don't have no fear,
For good old Santa Claus so0n'll be here.
Just S { UP here and your p0or feet toast,
Bar never was no Chri-tuas ghost"
Pc1gmalic papa explore the matter,
For all the house had heard the cllttcr,-
The b Oxen wind w, he lrified sect,
Told the tale Of &c storg's d feat;
And FL lie sieTt in her nurse arms
: fc and serene from tAe nights alarms;
But 'twa~ tod next las. o'e the turkey roast.
How The fierce north wind played Christmas
ghost.