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Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-04-03
CHAPTER VI.
WITHIN THE NET.

The sun had gone down, and Bardolph
Dmsey was at the appointed spot pacing
up and down, but Vida had not come.
Fury and disappointmentwere en- the fea-
lures of the half-bred gypsy, and he stopped
now and then in his walk TO listen and shake
his fist in impotent fury in the direction OF
Gordonfells.
Woe TO her. he muttered again and
again, woe TO her if she attempts TO deceive
mer
At length he moved slowly toward Cor
donfells, pausing now and then TO listen for
approaching footsteps. But no such sounds
fell upon his ear All was still save within
the house, and there he could see shadows
on the blinds of lighted windows moving TO
and fro.
Bardoph had keen eyes and ere long he
had made out the profile of Vida in an upper
room. Rightly judging that this was her
o>'n apartment he quietly crept under 1t,
and watched and waited until he was as
surcd that she was alone.
''I'll risk it," lie muttered, and began to
Chamber up the thick ivy that covered that
part of the old house.
Vida was indeed alone and in a restless
mood. She had deliberately kept away from
her appointment, believing that Bardolph
would % nothing. He would be angry, of
course but she could offer him an excuse
when they met again. Her idea was to keep
him aloof until she would be able TO get rid
of him for good and all.
But here he was tapping softly at the win
dow, and an icy chill passed drought her as
she realised how desperate and resolved he
was
"What shall do?" she thought. "Oh,
wonld that could kill him here!
But that being impossible, or, at least,
madness, she fell back upon her first notion
to temporise with him. So she lowered
the light softly drew up the blind, and OPEN
ed the window.
"who Is there?" She asked in a whisper.
"Oh. you KNOW" Bardolph answered sulki-
ly. Don't try to humbug me-"
''Come in" she said, and he clambered in
10 the room.
Now wait there moment" she continu-
ed, until make all safe.'
Her door was already locked, and there
was only the window to close and the blind
90 replace.
AS an additional security she drew the
heavy curtains close.
Then having turned up the lamp she faced
him with resolute look.
'In the first place." she said, II will ask
you to speak low. Now tell me what you
mean by coming here"
"You said you would meet me IN the
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-04-03
CHAPTER VII.
A MIDNIGHT WEDDING.


Bardolph Dimsey stole softly across the
park, and entered the wood that was on its
borders. Here for few moments he paus-
ed, TO dwell, lover-like, on the rapturous
prospect before him.
He had rs good as won the woman he
adored, and VINO but a few days before had
stood so high above him that to look at her
was an act of audacity, and TO speak 10 her
to court punishment
His nature was strong and sensual. The
animal was predominant in him. Despite
his boasted blood he had none Of the finer
instincts that belonged to a cultivated life.
He knew no pleasure like qualification Of
his passions, and never troubled himself
how success was obtained.
Repentance for the crimo nc hsd been
guilty of never so much as dawned in his
heart. The germ of sorrow was not there,
and could never be developed. The only
thought that troubled him on that score, and
troubled him very little, was in torment,
he was rs one intoxicated, ard when he
reached the gypsy encampment, Bluebell
Dell, he reeled like one who had been drink
ing.
Around fire were seated about q dozen
men, women, and children, whom he pass
ed by without "A word, and threw himself
down at the entrance of low tent under
which sat the old woman, Uecate, appar-
emily asleep.
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Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-04-03
IN THE WAR.
Major Who Was Wounded Three Times
and One Fatally.
TO Re CONTINUED

l was wounded three times during the
war, sail Major l., with a merry
twinkle in his fine brown eye-"once ia
tally, but you see | am still an inhabitant
Of this beautiful earth.
"Perhap', suggested one of his listen
ers. you were like the man Of whom the
country newspaper man wrote: The
ball entered his left side, inhicting a NOR
tai wound. With good care he will be
able TO pull through all right"
That's just where the ball did enter,
replied the grizzled veteran cheerfully.
Il was in the Shenandoah Valley with
Sheridan and we were having a lively
time of it. a regular hare and hounds
race all the time, it seemed. We were
chasing Mr.. Johnny Rebel out of the
country and in one of our charges sud-
denly stopped short, feeling as if red
hot sword had passed through me. Twas
wounded, badly, too. The ball had en-
tered my left side and had passed clean
through my body, leaving fierce burn
ing trail
well, l said to myself, ABE l.,
this time you are dead man. No man
can live when bullet has plowed its
way through his vitals.
"Istaggered out of the line. The fight
ing business was so brisk Just then that
wounded men were looking out for them
selves. managed 10 get to log and sat
down on it to wait until i should die.
The pain was so fearful that / could
barely move my limbs. 1t seemed to
paralyze my nervous and muscular force.
As | sat there, watching the men scam
pering along one of nv old comrades
passed me.
whats the matter Abe?' he cried.
'HitY
They've done me this time
answered.
Hope not, he turned to yell back as
he ran. One doesn't expect delicate at
tention at such times.
We'll, waited to die, UT finally
said to myself: If this is dying it isn't
SO bad after all
IL unbuckled my belt to ease the pain
and thought that / would like to see
what a deadly wound looked like. l
took a look and there was no wound there.
| could not believe my eyes. ! knew
had been hit, for / could feel where the
ball had come out in my back. | put
my hand around there ID touch the hole
and could not find it. There was not a
sign of a wound in my side nor mark
on the skin. 1t took me not more than
80 seconds to buckle my belt around me
and make run for my company. l
caught it in twenty minutes.
Flows thisr two or three of the boys
painted. We thought you were killed
"Well, you see I'm not said, falling
into the ranks.
Il had been hit by spent ball, and
that night when l examined my side /
found a black and blue spot on it as big
as my cap. / didn't mind it in the least.
A man who suddenly RECEIVERS from a
mortal wound feels pretty cheerful.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-04-03
STOPPED by a "Shark."

Capt. w. l.. Webber, of the British
steamer Assam, reports that on a late
passage from Bombay to Alden n large
fish fouled the stem of the vessel, the
engines of which had TO be stopped and
reversed before the obstruction could
be cleared. while this was being
done the fish. which was supposed to
be a basling shark was measured. and
found to be forty feet long and about
seven feet broad.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-04-03
Japanese FIIrts.

The clergymen who follow Talmage
in declaring that Irritation is datnna-
ton" would be happy in Japan, where
flirtation is penal offense. But il
would puzzle them to tell tho Japa-
nese women whet TO do with their
fans. Cape Cod Item.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-04-03
Fine Playing Cards.

Send ten 10) cents in stamps CT coin
John sebastian, General Ticket and Pas
Ag't CHICAGO. Rock ISLAND x PACIFIC IN
Chicago, H., for "A pack OF the lated
smoothest, slickest playing cards that ev|
gladdened the eyes and rippled along the I'll
gers OF the devotee TO High Five. Seven II
Casino, Dutch. Euchre, Whist or any 9TH
ancient or modern game, and get your mol
eys worth five times over
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-04-03
FARMS IN CENTRAL MICHIGAN

Exceed southern and northern Michga
in yield and value of crops per acre. lisa
bella county is the center county of III
lower peninsula. Choice bargains can D
had in wild lands, farms or village propert
on very reasonable terms. Send postal ID
descriptive pamphlet and sample price liz
TO G. NJ. G. COOK,
Mt. Pleasant Mich.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-04-03
HOW TO MAKE MONEY.

read what Mr. Bell said about making ESQ per month
also sent 70 the Standard Silver Ware Co, Essex Sc
Boston, Mass and received n fine case OF samples
took orders the rst day that paid me t0 proht mad
$40 the frst week at the end OF month had ell
clear profit Any get circulars and agency b
writing the above firm. ! hope Others may profit b
my experience. Yours Truly, W. y. WILLIAM
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-04-03

DO you wish TO know how To have nd
steam. and not half the usual work on wash
day? Ask your grocer for a bar OF Dob
bins Electric Soap, and the directions will
tell youhow BE sure - get no imitation
There are lots OF them.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-04-03

THE normal life. well being and happi-
ness Of mankind depend upon the physical
health and perfection OF Woman" These
are the words of Lydia T.. Pinkham, and
they are true.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-04-03

The electrical underground railway
London has proved that a speed OF - mill
an hour is practicable.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-04-03

When Baby was sick, We gave her Castoria,
When she was q Child, she cried for Castoria,
When she became Miss, she chung TO Castoria
When she bad Children she gave them Castoris.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-04-03

II have been afflicted with an afocI
tion OF the Throat from childhood. caused
by diphthcria. and have used yarioui
remedies but have never found anything
equal To BROWNS BRONCHIAL TRoCHEs
Rev. G. NJ. +. Hampton, Piketon. Ky. SOLD
only in boxes.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-04-03

Pixies Peak is 1920 feet above the sed
level, and on the very top Is to be erected
palatial hotel.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-04-03

In this country alone 5000 young physI1
clans are turned out from the medical col
leges yearly.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-04-03

California regulators recently hanged tht
wrong man, and then sent letter OF apoi|
ogy 10 his widow.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-04-03

Oysters are regarded and used as
remedy for consumption at the south b.
cause they contain iodine.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-04-03

In the French Alps gold veins rich
enough TO lie proftably worked have beef
discovered.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-04-03

President Diaz Of Mexico IN reported u
have arranged for "A trip To France.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-04-03

A Pennsylvania jurist has decided that
piano playing is manual labor.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-04-03

Mend your own Boots and Shoes at your
home, by using Fiske Jack
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-04-03

In New York city last year the savir'
banks handled over slss, 600, 900. and hi
over 40, $50 open accounts.
The weekly Floridian. [volume] (Tallahassee, Fla.) 1867-19??, 1891-11-21

Everything depends upon the cutting
and polishing Of the diamonds after they
are brought to the light Of day. and II
the dozen most precious diamonds In the
world are examined it will be found
that size does not always count The
diamonds that emit white rays Of light
are usually more valuable than those
that give forth a yellowish light. But,
other things being equal. the cutting
changes the value of the diamond very
much.
The highest brillisncy Of the gem is
brought out in a certain way Of cutting.
and so important is this considered that
the great Kohinoor diamond. which
every one has heard about, WAS recently
recut to develop its brllliancy, although
many karats Of the diamonds were lost
in the operation. 1t is considered more
valuable in its smaller form than when
it was larger bat less brilliant. George
E. Walsh in New York Epoch.
The weekly Floridian. [volume] (Tallahassee, Fla.) 1867-19??, 1891-11-21
THE ANGEL OF SORROW.

A post whose songs were as sweet as could be.
sea,
Was stopped one day, on his joyous way,
By an angel, who said: II would speak with
thee.
EVERY true poet should aim to bring
Peace to some heart by the songs he may
sing;
But how can he know what will comfort woe
Until he has felt in his own heart its sting?
Thy life has been free from sorrow or care;
Hast thou the courage to suffer, and share
The grief and pain of Others, to gain
The power to cheer those who burdens bear?"
The poet made answer, II have no fear
OF pain if ii bring me the power to cheer;
Lay cross upon me, and though heavy it be,
Close will hold it as treasure dear"
The angel said gravely: Thou hast chosen
Alright,
And a cross will be laid upon thee tonight;
There Is one to thee dear, and her loss, | fear,
win be hard to endure'-then vanished
from sight
This was long ago; the poet, grief worn,
Has through the slow years his cross bravely
1rne;
His songs are replete with sympathy sweet,
And are dear to the hearts that loved ones
mourn.
He firmly trusts in a heavenly morrow,
Lis verses their charm from suffering Dor
row.
On her grand roll Fame has written his name
1t was whispered to her by the angel Sorrow.
Charles w. Linneu in Good Housekeeping.
The weekly Floridian. [volume] (Tallahassee, Fla.) 1867-19??, 1891-11-21
Big Game in a Texas CITY.

Roy Lewis killed a wild, bloodthirsty
coyote Thursday in the very heart of
this city of 10000 inhabitants. The
beast was first seen and fired upon with
shotgun by gentleman on the west
bank Of the river. Then it swan across
and took refuge in the high weeds on
the east bank near Avenue B, between
Sixth and Seventh streets. Roy saw it
peeping out Of the brake as be passed
along Avenue B, and he went home for
little target gun. The coyote was still
in sight when he returned, and it
dropped dead at the second shot. It was
monster coyote, and when skinned
looked like 1-year-old calf.
There are more Of these tenants Of the
wilderness along the river bank than any
one would think. At big boarding
house on one Of the streets near the river
high open basement is infested with
possums. Skunks find a refuge along
the river, and their peculiar ancient
rsncidness is q common thing on the
night air. Not long ago small alli-
gator was found promenading the splen-
did block pavement Of Loeoya street.
San Antonio Express.
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SUMNER HOMES FOR WORKERS.
Laudable Work OF Some Young Women
of Wealth In Connecticut.

Laudable Work Of Some Young Women
Of Wealth In Connecticut.
Young Mr.. La Fargo has been very
busy man since the design of his firm for
the Cathedral Of St. John the Divine was
accepted. Nevertheless be took the
time day or two ago to run up into
Connecticut to look at farm about half
q mile beyond Alta Crest The spot is a
beautiful one, commanding an extensive
view Of the sound and Long Island, and
the region thereabout is picturesqrely
varied by hills and valleys. woodland
and meadow.
On this spot there will be established
a summer home for the working girls in
the great shops in this city. The under
taking is something Of an experiment,
although similar effort, which has been
carried on this summer in Pittsield,
Mass, indicates that the plan, with
proper management, is sure ~ succeed.
Last winter Miss Grace Dodge delivered
lecture in Pittsfield. Her speech i'm
pressed two or three young women OF
Pittsfield, and they resolved to make an
experiment along the lines that she sug-
gested. They bought farm. fronting
on Oneta lake, and prepared it and the
buildings on it for the reception Of the
saleswomen who desired to take vaca-
tons and to pay something for their ont.
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An honest Swede tells his story in plain

but unmistakable language for the benefit
of the public. lone of my children took a
severe cold and got the Group. / gave her
teaspoonful of Chamberlain's Cough
Remedy, and in five minutes later l gave
her one more. By this time she had to
cough up the gathering in her throat
Then she went to sleep and slept good for
fifteen minutes. Then she got up and
vOmited; then she went back 10 bed and
slept good for the remainder OF the night.
She got the Group the second night and l
gave Ler the same remedy with the same
good results. | write this because l
thought there might he some one in the
same need and not know The true merits OF
this wonderful medicine" CHARLES n.
THoMPsEEN, Des MoIn"s, Iowa. 80 cent
bottles t,r sale by VI. Lively Druggist.
Good Looks.
Goods looks are more than skin deep,
dept nding upon "A healthy condition of al
The vital organs. Ii the Liver be inactive,
YOU have Bilious Look, If your stomach
be disordered YOU have Dyspeptic Look
and if your Kidneys be affected you have a
Punched Look. Secure good health and
YOU will have good looks. Electric Bitters
IS the great Alternative and Tonic acts d.
rectly on these vital organs. Cures PIN
pies, Blotches, Boils and gives good COM
plexion. Sold at NJ. Llyely's Drugstore,
SOC per bottle
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ing. Five young women undertook the

ing. Five young women undertook the
management of this summer home.
They were Miss Grace Churchill, the
two Misses Willard, Miss Watson and
Miss Larned. Miss Churchill comes Of
a wealthy family, and the Misses Viii
lard are two of the daughters Of the
Wall street broker, E. Z. Willard.
These young women managed the farm
for four months on strictly business
principles. The farm was made to pro-
duce all of the garden vegetables, milk,
eggs and poultry necessary for the table.
Invitations were extended through the
Vacation society in Thirtyeighth street
to working girls to come and pass their
vacations on the farm. They were to
paw $3.50 a week for board, and the
farmhouse WAS filled ut once. For four
months about twenty girls have been
constantly accommodated there, each
leaving n the end Of her two weeks va
cation t. make room for another.
Miss Churchill and Miss Gretta Will
lard determined to establish permanent
summer home Of this kind in Greenwich,
and they bought the farm which Mr..
La Fargo visited the other day, and upon
which buildings will be erected and the
present buildings altered in accordance
with his suggestion. These young wom-
en- expect to combine the charitable fea-
lures Of the undertaking with strict bust
ness methods. They propose to devote
themselves TO what they have come to
believe is a more worthy existence than
life of fashionable pleasure Each Of
them IS skillful horsewoman. and they
will have horses on the farm for the
pleasure of the boarders.
They do not expect to make any money
out of the undertaking, but they do ex-
pect to make the venture pay its way,
and their experience Of this summer has
taught them that when young women
feel that they are paying for their board
they get far more benefit from their out
ing than they would If they were objects
of charity. The buildings will be COM
pleted early in the spring, and workmen
will be employed to make the gardens,
and it takes pretty good sized garden
to satisfy the cravings Of twenty healthy
girls for fresh vegetables.
The undertaking has the encourage
ment of Bishop Williams, of Connecticut,
and Bishop Potter, Of New York, and
such students OF social problems as Dr..
Greer, Of ST. Bartholomew church, and
DR.. Arthur Brooks are inclined to think
that therein is to be found the germ, per-
hape, of the better charity, which helps
without condescension and which does
not tend to destroy self respect--New
York Sun.
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The Explosion of a Bomb

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il they do not give entire satisfaction. The
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1892.
Harper's Weekly.
ILLUSTRATED.

HARPER's WEEKLY for the coming year viii con-
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1892.
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1892.
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A Pleasant Lemon Drink

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