The morning call., 1891-10-11

IIdU, WHO Huu uU tCuuOlhOoo S'Sh 49, -
own daughter.
She rather feared than loved her father,
all her affections, wayward and herce, oeinS
given to Kenmare, who feared, even dis
liked her
Breakfast, a cOpious repast being over
the company sauntered on to the lawn
Preparations had been already maze LOT
the coming tournament.
Seats were placed for all those who were
to look on, while the competitors stood.
The competition was not confined to men;
only the prize of the Silver Arrow was re-
served for the male sex
The girls would shoot for various otner
yaluables; cups, bracelets, and, above all,
one scarf fastened with rubies and one dia-
mOnd of great value.
We have nothing to do in this narrative
with the shooting of the women. except to
saw that Violet was incomparably the best
archeress, and could have won every prize
But having secured the ruby scarf, she
was satisfied, and withdrew.
Now began the serious business OF the
day.
There were eleven valuable prizes, be-
sides that of the Silver ARROW. InlS WAS
to be shot for last.
The conditions were simple. The ma
jOrity of The bulP S-eyes on each target
The competitors were allowed three ar
rows for each of the targets.
The captain was seated beside Bertna,
and at NJ great distance from the Earl.
James KenmaTe was nowhere to be seen.
He did not compete for any OF the ordinary
prizes.
Presently a flourish of trumpets pro-
claimed that the event of the day was about
to come Off.
Twenty-Five competitors stood forth,
some of the first young men OF the land.
Among them was james Kenmare, taller,
stGuter and far more handsome than all.
H was dressed in a rich costume OF green
velvet, with Spanish leather boots, and
rich eagle plume in his cap.
He was by far the n0blest and hand
soonest looking of all the competitors.
Violet bluShed as ne bowed, passing her
chair, to the Earl and herself
The Earl frowned darkly, and rising,
went to where the captain now stood alone,
leaning against q tree, his eyes fixed on his
protege.
Captain Despencer," he said, in low,
imperious tone, do you warrant this
youths right to compete with such noble
compani0ns?"
Il do, Sir Earl" was his hard. dry an
swer HE is as noble as any here. Ny
word is seldom doubted. decline to give
his name at present.
Perf0rce, Lord Clifdeu had to be con-
tented. James Kenmare stood alOof.
Several bulPs-eyes were made after two
or three shots. One only, after using his
twelve arrows, made four bulPS-eyes.
He was the young Lord of Lothian, Walter
of the name.
He was loudly cheered, and took his place
behind Violet, with complacent look OF
victory.
James Kenmare now stood forth, with but
four arrows in his belt.
All stared, and pressed forward anxiously.
Even Violet was interested. Already she
had looked and admired.
The youth was not unknown to her. One
day in the forest she had met kenmare. She
was standing beside her horse gazing at a
golden eagle that scared on high.
ION, for those splendid feathers" she
cried to her ancient Serving-man. Il should
so like them"
Two minutes later the great bird fluttered
at her feet, transfixed with an arrow, and
James Kenmare, bonnet in one baud, bow
in the other, stood before her.
Lady" he said respectfully, pardon
me if, overhearing your words, Obeyed
them"
Violet blushed crimson, thanked him,
and then he went away, her face ndelibly
fixed on his heart, and she not likely easily
to forget.
James Kenmare stood in a grand posi-
ton. The butts were so arranged at their
several distances as to be shot at without
moving.
James Kenmare fred his four shots, one
at each target. In every case 1t was what
is called plump center
A panic ensued. and then ringing shout
proclaimed the really marvellous vi tory.
The young man bowed low, and made as
if he would retire TO where the Captain
eco. fetch the prize. man." said Hugh lie
Despeucer. ut is yours, and splendidly
won"
James Kenmare, pale as death, walked to
where Violet sat, surrounded by all the
prize-wiuners, awaiting their turn.
nit }, Vic rr,A for
the chief winner, Oh whom the Lord OF
Lothian scowed.
young man" the Earl began, scanning his
aprearance with critical eye, you have shot
wondrously. Never did better archer do
service to ms King and country in the oldru
time. Declare. your style aud title and the
prize is yours.
The youth stood trembling before his
James Kenmare is the name l am known
by" he said, with dOwncast eyes. Il know
no more" >,
and Ldpclare you as noble as any here"
was the stern cry Of Captain Hugh, stand
7WiIi you explain YOURSELF" replied the
II decline. The boy has fairly won the
prize, be he gentle or simple" cried the
sailor, and 1 demand that it be given
him"
The Earl was about to make an angry dis
claimer, when Violet lifted her hand.
1.-The young gentleman has won fairly"
she said, in her sweet voice. Come for
ward"
Trembling like lOve-sick girl, the tall,
stalwart youth tottered to her chair and
Then Violet, herself scarcely less i'm
pressed. took the Silver Arrow from the
hands Of an attendant, and faStenedis on his
breast.
James Kenmare lifted his head now. All
the spectators were standing little back.
"Nrver disgrace prize won so cleVerly
and we'll" she said, in a faIterlng tone.
But" he answered, in tone scarcely
audible, what of the secret cause.-the
rial prize? Tie arrow without that only
/ pierces the heart"
Violet made no response. Her eyes were
! fixed upon the ground, her cheeks crimson
with bushes.
Enough, young man." said the father in
her ear. (He alone had heard ALL 81 par
! don your presumption on account of your
deed and my daughters wish; but go. and
| let me never see you again until you can
| prove your identity"
| The young man bowed meekly, and re-
| tired TO where the captain stood looking on
with a sarcastic smile. Bertha was llVld
! with rage.
$50 you have won one prize and not the
other" said the bold buccaneer.
you a great love and thanks. At your wish
| | came here. You led me to think that
| might win the prize that my soul coyets. II
| is nv belief, frankly, that the Earl would
accent mel feel that Lady Violet Clifder
! would-did you satisfy them of my lineage
Why urge me on and then snatch the cuI
from my lips"
81 have my reasons, boy. But be moi
alarmed. Before long they shall ask you tt
accept the second prize. Come" he added
Offering his arm to his daughter, I'VE have
nothing more TO do here"
With one long lingering glance at the spot
where Violet stood, the young Adventures
followed
That night strange sailor came to thu
resid- nee Of Captain Hugh lie Despencer anC
had a long interview.
Next day the house was closed and ever
one had disappeared-gone none knew
whittier.
Forty-eight hours after posse OF consta-
I bles came down with warrant to arreS
Morgan the Extermnator. But il he ant
Hugh were the same individual he was no
where to be found.
Six months and more passed away.
Violet. from very beautiful girl OF II
was developing into very beautiful woman
But her health and spirits did not improve
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