Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1893-05-04

rectoTs is voted out OF Office some time
in the future"
"Just So" Eric answered, "and Ikla-
pei himself would say the same. At
least it is no more than other discover
ers and conquev?rs have always done"
"Only they took oil there was in
sight," said Pierce, "and we propose to
take only a small percentage. Are
Whitley aud Woodruff in this at alp
perhaps it is better that they remain
outside-for the present anyway" Eric
answered, laughing.
That night the inhabitants OF Atz-
Ian in a great meeting elected Gilbert
their governor. The voting was by ac-
clamation, and the whole proceeding
did not take fifteen minutes. He was
summoned and made q speech to them,
unfolding his ideas in tho simplest man.
her so that they comprehended his
scheme readily. They were quick to see
the advantages Of the plan, although
they had no monopolistic corporations
as examples to teach them the power of
combination. But he laid great stress
upon the difficult nature Of the task, and
again and again laid before them the ne
cessity of constant toll, ceaseless vigil
lance and tireless patience.
Most of all, above all, work, work.
work." he cried at is the soul the life
of the world; the aim and end of living
AYE, it's life itself"
The next day the wagon train came
into the city, and the Atzlans crowded
about the canvas covered wagons, filed
with mingled curiosity and fear. The
horses terrified them by their every ac-
ton; the wagons amazed them; their
eyes were tired before the day passed
with staring at the marvels that were
displayed on every hand. Many of them
made most advantageous bargains. ex-
changing gold and silver ornaments.
mere baubels, for the rare things the
strangers brought. Their greatest de-
sire was for the axes. hatchets and hunt
ing and pocketknives. But some queer
trades were made. One aged chief had
obtained pair of eyeglasses and was
beside himself with delight at the res
toration of his vision. while another rev.
oled in the possession Of compass and
! spent his time showing the une1ring
Eric had cautioned them not to be too
! liberal in their dealings with the white
men, and also tried to prevent their be-
! ing swindled, and endeavored to prevent
| too palpable swindling on his mems part,
! but it was nearly impossible. The temp
| tation was too great on both sides to be
! restrained, and Il was curious to see the
| cOmplaCent sense of satisfaction and the
realization Of clever business tact beam
ing in the faces of those of the Atzlans
who had made good bargains from an
Attain point Of view. They knew they
/ had outWitted the newcomers and got
ten something for nothing. and they
We're nightly pleased with themselves.
In the evening kulcan came to Eric
and said:
Brother, tomorrow | shall hand over
to you the Office and lis powers"
But interrupted Eric, before you
/ do 50 yOu must perform ceremony
one upon which l have set my heart
You must wed US, Leila and ne, as the
last act Of your tenure Of Office"
1T shall be so!' cried Hulcan with de-
light. 81 am glad it falls to me! In
decd it rCpdys me for the loss of the
great dignity of being governor, which
loss, believe me, does not sadden me at
! all n truth, confess to a feeling Of
relief at the thought that i'll becomes my
fathers son, but still feel it,"
On the morrow, when all the people
/ had assembled to witness the abiication
Of the governor and the ceremcny of in
stalling his successor, Kulcan. departing
from ancient usage, proud of being the
first to break the bond of traditional
! custom, stood before them speaking elo-
! quently for awhile, and then there
stepped forth the bride and bridegroom
III their dignity and beauty.
Before the citizens had recovered from
their wonder they heard kulcan pro-
nouncing the simple marriage ceremony,
and as one man they joined III the sono-
rous, joyful nuptial song of Atzlan. So
harmonious is the melody, so touching
is the simplicity of the words that Eric
himself was affected. and tears blurred
his eyes as he noted the real Joy and sin.
cero affection the people displayed. I'm
i'll now he had scarcely known how much
room they occupied in his heart, and he
determined to give the whole energy CT
his life to them and their needs.
After TINS came his investment in the
governors robes, the presentation of the
ancient seal and staff of Office, and a
prayer by Iklapel to the great God of
all-tho Master of all known gods, the
Ruler OF earth and sky-which was lis
tened to in silence and awe. Then there
ensued festival of festivals. The day
was given to JOY and merrymaking, and
the katun cakes, tho currant wine and
the baked meats We're brought forth
Far into the night they held reyelry
and Pierce, as he noted the jovial songs
and hilarious but familiar whoops OF
mirth. was led to remark;
Colbert, | was about to say this
morning that, III the contact Of these
people with the whites, the usual remedy
Of savage races-rum-wOuld be theil
worst foe. how realize that they have
already met the enemy and he is theirs.
Yes" replied Gilbert, lit will be diff