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The news & observer., 1897-02-24

Train on the Scotland Neck Brancn Roaa
leaves Weldon 10 p m, Halifax 25 % ra ars
rtves Scotland Neck 20 p m Greenvflle 81
D m, h1nston % p m. Returning leaves KaHs
ston 20 M, Greenvtlle % a m, arriving e2
Halifax II 20 m, Weldon II 20 q m, daily exs
cept Sunday.
Trains on the Washington Branch Ieava
washington 90 q m and 2 90 D m, arrives
Parmele so q n and 3 40 d N, returning leave
PaTmele 8 80 IA and 80 D m, arrive Wash.
ineton IL % m and q 20 p m, daily except
Sunday.
Train leaves Tarboro daily, $50 m, ar.
rtves Plymouth 40 p m, returning leava
Train on Midland M. G. Branch leave
Goldsboro daily, except Sunday7 10 q En, an
irving Smtthfeld so m; returning leave
smithfield 800 mi arrives at Goldsbory
TO 25 q m.
Trains on Nashville Branch leave Rocky
Mount at 80 D m, arrives Nashvtlle5 O5 % "a
Spring Hope 80 D m; returning leaves
Spring Hope 90 q m, Nashville 35 q m, ar.
rfves at Rocky Mount 05 a m, daily, except
Sunday.
Train on Clinton Branch leaves Warsaw
for Clinton daily, except Sunday, az II lOsa
m ano 10 p m: returning leaves Clinton at
z 90 m and 90 p m.
Train No. rs makes close connection az
Weldon for all points North daily, all raSl
via Richmond, alse at Rocky Mount wfkII
Norfolk and Carolina r.. r. for Norfolk AND
All points North via Norfolk.
h M EMERSON, GenI Pass. Agent
j. R KBNLY, Genl Manager.
T. M. EMERSON, Traffic Manager.
The news & observer., 1897-02-24
B. AND o. WASHOUT.

Cincinnati, Feb. 22-The c. and O.
westbound passenger train encountered
"A washout opposite Portsmouth, Ohio,
this morning and the engine, baggage
and express cars, mail car and one coach
were derailed. Mr.. A. G. Stout, super
visor of the c. and o. was killed. The en-
giAeer, fireman, mail clerk and express
messenger were all injured, but not seri-
oueiy,
The news & observer., 1897-02-24
THE NEW BABY

depends for it's nourishment upon the
weak mother, who, if she is wise, will
make herself strong by taking Anhenser-
Buschs Malt-Nutrine -the greatest of
all Malt tonics. To be had of all drug
gists.
The news & observer., 1897-02-24

FRANK=BRowN EPREsIDENT Governor to
on
J.
GENERA L COUNSEL.
The news & observer., 1897-02-24
AN ELEGANT SUBURBAN RESIDENCE FOR SALE

Desiring Co move TO the city offer for
sale my place near Raleigh. 1t contains
about one hundred and sixty acres. on
which is small one-story dwelling house
of six rooms. carriage house, barns, stables,
etc. and an elegant new tw o-story dwelling
house of ten rooms, with water-closets aud
other modern improvements. This is the
prettiest place in Wake coG.nty Delightful
In summer, comfortable in winter and with.
In three miles of the Capitol over a maca-
amizeo road. Terms easy Title perfect.
SPlER WHITAKER.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07
The Court of Justice John.

Garfield Anderson, the negro boy Who
stands charged with the shooting Of Cecil
Long, a white boy. last Thursday after
noon. was in court with Mr.. smith as
counsel. The case was not ready 10 be
gone into and bail was refused and the
case set for next Wednesday. Young Ong
was shot in the leg and is thought not to
be badly hurt lie lives with his father
at 800 north Second street
George Washington is a Woodworking
negro bootblack He looks upon the shin
ming side Of life as he brushes the dust
away, and Friday as he was standing
at the corner OF Broad and Seventh street
calmly surveying the prospect ahead OF
MIN. he was collared by an officer for
obstructing the sidewalk and the Party
on the throne assessed him 81.
r. c. Meador paid 81 for exercising the
prerogative OF an American citizen by
drinking of the liquid offered by duly
licensed merchant. The only trouble with
r. G. was that he took too much aboard
and was unable to properly steer clear OF
people he met along the streets
John Baker and Phillip Ellis are two ne
gro men with a dark cloud OF suspicion
enveloping them. They will be allowed to
the 18th instant TO remove the cloud
john Teamster. cOlOred. is again in the
tolls. Drink overcame him. and he raved
and swore when officers tried TO sub lue
him and carry him in out of the falling
dew. John couldn't raise the $3.50 and fell
pack
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07
NORTH CAR0LINASYN0D.
MONEY RAISED 10 FURNISH THE
ORPHAN,S HOME.
synodical Home Missions--An Address by
a Missionary To Japan--KeV A. D. NC
KeIway Re Elected Superintendent

SALISBURY. y. c., Nov. 5.-Special.-
The third day of the Synod was most
pleasant and interesting one According
TO the plan arranged by the Board or
Regents OF the Barium Springs Orphans
Home. the Synod convened at the nome
at Ii o'clock A. NJ. after a delightful trip
on a special train from Salisbury, bearing
some three hundred or more people.
There were delegations also from states
vile. Charlotte. and Davidson College.
An interesting programme had been ar
ranged and wal followed substantially
as follows. Rev. r.. W. Boyd, supern-
tendent OF the Orphans Home. made an
address OF welcome TO Synod assem-
bled. in the auditorium Of the Centre
building. lie was followed by song
DELIGHTFULLY."- rendered By about o. dozen
Of the children Of the home.
PRESENTED TO THE SYNOD.
DR. Rumble. pastor of the First Pres
bvterian church in Salisbury, and presi-
dent Of the Board Of Regents OF the
Ophans' Home made a verbal report
presenting 90 the synod OF North caro-
lima the new building just completed.
The synod accepted the building. and. ON
motion. named &c Rumple Hail In recog-
milton Of the learnest 'abors OF Dr. Rum
pie. In behalf OF the home.
Then. after an interesting and beautiiul
address by Rev ]. NJ. Rose. ID. d. or
Morganton. on 1.-THE Churchs Duty 10
Her Orphan Children" the dedicatory
prayer was offered by Or. Shearer. Next
Rev. w. +. Jacobs. d. D.. president on tne
Thornwell Orphanage. OF South Carolina
gave an earnest practical address on
general orphanage work.
HANDSOME SUBSCRIPTION
Rev C.. G. Vardel then took the floor
and in a little while raised subscriptions
70 the amount of sS2j. to furnish entire
tho building just dedicated.
Just at this point came one OF the most
thoroughly enjoyable features Of the day
a beautiful lunch by the ladies OF Sails
bury. spread in the hall Of the new build
ing.
After a short session ~ the synod. 10
hear an interesting address by Rev. S.
p. Fulton. one Of the missionaries Of the
Church 10 Japan. and now on visit
To this country. the excurslonists. delight
ed with the day and the orphanage. re-
turned to Salisbury. when the work OF
the SYNOD and Presbyteries (by called
meeetings) was continued.
The evening sessions resumed the bust
ness OF the synod I'm the beautiful audi
forum Of the Presbyterian Church. The
evening was devoted to Synodical Home
Missions. Brief addresses were made hy
Revs. William Black +. +. Gillespie, =.
Mac Davis. and ]. b. Morton. and the
report Of the superintendent. Rev A. J.
McKelway was adopted. Mr.. MckelwaN
was unanimously elected superintendent
OF Home Missions for the coming year.
After brief address by Rev. g y.
Strickler. D. ~. bringing greetings from
the Union Theological Seminary Of Viz
gnia. the Synod was adjourned by Dr.
p. II. Hoge Of Wilmington.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07
WILLIAMSBGRG AFF4rRS.
Council To Defend suit for Damages.
Coming Municipal Election.

WILLIAMSBURG VA, Nov. 6.-Speclal
The city Council decided TO employ count
sci 10 defend the suit OF John A. W.
Jones against the city. FOR $4,000 dam
ages, Tor injuries received on tho side
walks by being run into by a bicyclist
The Committee on Light have not given
mp the effort 10 secure electric light FOR
Williamsburg, but will put forth renewed
effort.
The "Chrysanthcmum show" which IS
being given by the Ladies' Auxiliary OF
the Episcopal Church. opened this after
noon at 40 and continued till 10 O'Clock
tonight. The japanese" booth was
presided over by Mrs Dr. Moncure; the
Junior Auxiliary" by Mrs Or. Van Car
rott. the Confederate" by Mrs Or. Han.
kins and Mrs Virginia Christian. the
William and Mary" booth by Mrs. W r..
Roberts. Mrs Mary T.. Neal. Mrs. y. L.
pIeniey. and Mrs. W. G. Johnston. The
booths were prOfusey decorated with
every variety Of chrysanthemums. and
presented a beautiful appearance. A large
crowd is IN attendance
The contest between Hon. Sydney Smith
and Robert =. Armistead. Esq. for judge
of the courts Of Williamsburg James
City and York. promises 70 be- very warm.
Petitions are being circulated
Now that the fall elections are over.
the local politicians are looking forward
10 the spring elections. when Williams
burg will choose "a Mayor and Council
a Sergeant and Commissioner OF che
Revenue Hon. John J. Mercer will bs
the unanimous choice OF the Democracy
Tor reelection TO the Mayoralty, and City
Sergeant Billy Spencer will have a walk.
over for the sergeantcy- All the present
councilmen will be renomnated n they
will agree 10 serve another term The
Council IS composed of some OF the best
business men Of the city. and have made
splendid officials. Commissioner OF the
Revenue T. u. Saunders. 1 am told. VIII
have opposition for the nomination.
The Peninsula Bank viii soon have
plans ready for the handsome brick build
ing the management proposes 10 erect on
Main street.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07
OUR BOYS AND GIRLS.
MISS BLANCHE BTCkERs HEAD
THIS MONTH
And Miss Scott Next TO Head--and Ever
SO Many Notebook ut the
Junior Mail Bag.
Tho Kew and the Box.


what would you do" said the nttle Key
To the teak wood box. except for me-
The teak-wood box gave gentle creak
TO the little key; but 1t did not speak.
II believe" said the key. that VIII mae
In the crack down there by the chimney
side.
gust so this proud old box may SEQ
How little its worth except for me"
II was long. long afterward in the crack
They found the key. and they brought 1t
back.
Itself.
NOV. III be good to the box on the
she'll"
Now the little key stopped with a shiver
and shock,
'For there was a bright new key in the
lock.
And the old box said: Il am sorry you
SEQ.
But the place,is filled. my poor little
key"
st. Nicholas.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07
THE MAN IN THE MOON.
A Queer, Changeable Fellow, Too Child
rem In the Moon.

n
rem In the Moon.
OF course you have all made the ac-
quaintance of the Man in the Moon. Last
week the ruddy-faced old fellow looked
out in his genial way nearly every even
ing, and several millions of bicycle riders
were glad TO see him. Even after he be-
gan to wifne, the shadows darkening down
his upper edge. the bit OF smile which
SIN remained in view had merry, rol
licking look that made the night more
cheerful.
A queer. changeable old FELLOW is the
Man in the Moon. II you just glance NJ
him casually in a "go0d-evening-g lad-to-
see-you" way, he nods at you pleasantly
and you are conscious OF two big dark
eyes. a generous nose and wide, smiling
mouth-the kind OF a mouth that boy
would like when he eats watermelon.
but II you sit down and look at him
very closely and wonder what he Is doing
up there you suddenly cease 20 see me
big eyes and the broad nose and behold
a little weary. ben; old man toiling along
win a bundle OF fagots on his back.
Sometimes he appears as If by magic and
you wonder where he came from cd
time people tell how certain wicked man
stole bundle Of fagots from poor wild
OW ana ieIt ncr anu hef Htte llinlly 10
shiver with cold. lie was condemned ana
sent TO the moon, whore ne must always
carry the fagots and shiver with unceas-
ing cold. Some one has said that he IS
very sorry he stole the fagots. The shoot
ing stars are his tears.
II once you look away from the moon
the fagot man is likely TO slip ABOUND
90 TIE other side--at least that is what
the oid-time people say-and first thug
YOU know there is the Moon Lady. You
rub your eyes-strange you never saw her
before: but there she is, like picture
on a photograph button. or all the moon
people she Is the most beautiful-a sweet
lace with every feature perfectly chise.cd
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07

is again repeated I'm the experience OF
Armada Braydon. the daughter. thus ful-
filling the promise OF the new social
problem; but It leaves the reader with
a sigh for the deserted and desire 10
appeal 10 the law of compensation TOT
some visible consolation for tho deserted
philosopher and his disciple David. who
has also loved and relinquished the daugh-
ter.
Very true 1t IS that the higher we adj
vance in moral and spiritual development
the more supreme will become woman
right TO own herself but a story that
makes love "the highest moral conscious
ness" Is TO be handled gingerly ana eau
tiously. for the triumph Of principle over
the warming desires Of the heart Appeals
TO the noblest and best part OF US. 10
shake the responsibilities of life I'm order
TO grasp the fuller opportunities for ma
tcrial advancement and happiness Is not
the highest aim. There is strong anal
ogy between the writings Of Ella Wheeler
Wilcox and those Of Jenness Miller. es-
peclally in their appeal for unrestrained
love and freedom Of thought and action.
Arraved against the restraint or con-
ventionality and the restrictions OF So
cety.
While the interest one feels while read
ing a book OF this kind is not conclusive
evidence Of its excellence from literary
or moral standpoint. yet IL unquestionably
proves that IT strongly appeals to our
human desires and will hold and interest
all who read IL. Certain IL IS Jenness
Miller Is not a great story teller yet
her plot touches a deep chord in the heart
of every woman and is decidedly reada-
bic. Part OF the story is beautiful in
its tenderness and loyalty and at times
strong
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07
Lullaby.i

Rock-a-bye-. hush-a-bye. BABY, my sweet
pink little fingers and pink little rect
SOFT is your pillow, your cradle IS WhlteI
ROck-a-bye hush-a-pyc' p""''
night
Rock-a-bve. hush-a-bye, sleep and grow
strong; -,
Life is a journey the pathway Il lons
3est. little pilgrim, o! rest while you
may.
Drop the white curtains with fringes Of
brown.
,rbis js the way into dim Slumbertown
Sly misty bridges that melt as we pass,
And street after street that Is waving
with grass.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07

Richmond: Jane NJ Harvey. Thomas n
Jones. Charles T.. Jones. and their wives
10 Frank W. Cunningham. j. lots on cross
stree between Gunes creek and VIII
llamsburg avenue. s..
Henrlco: a. j. Chewing. Edward :.
Rose and their wives 20 Caroline Brooks.
20 feet on south side Winston street. cor
ner Gentry $50.
:. stern and wife TO Jane r. Kirby 30
feet ON north side Graham street. ~ feet
east OF Erin. and - feet on north side
Graham street. % feet east Of Marshall.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07
HERE THEY COME.
Those who Tried for the Prizes and Those
who Won.

Those who Tried for the Prizes and Those
who Won.
WE really we're glad when the FIRST
DAY Of NOVEMBER CAME. for we be-
gin TO think we should have been buried
alive under the letters from the juniors
you're a pretty crowd, upon our word,
Won are, Look and see.
u. g. CHAPPELB. Amelia Courthouse.
GRACE WRITER Washington, d. c.
SUE NJ. TODD. City.
FANNIE ORANGE. City.
MAMIE =. HODGES. Buena Vista. Va.
MARY BRYAN PETERS. Greensboro.
NC
ROSE sHERRARD. Lexington. Va.
LOUISE JENKINS city.
John p. SCHERME CITY.
sI-E NJ BANNER. Brookwood Va.
GEORGE L. IIAZLETT Wheeling. w.
Va.
THOMAS W. TAYLOR. JR.. onancock.
va.
EFFTE SPURR. CITY.
GRAY ODLUM. City.
VEPNETTE TAYLOR. Taylor County
Courthouse.
RALEIGH DABNEY GLASS. City.
Lillian WALSH. city.
MAMIE GARRETT MCARTY. CITY.
MORGAN NJ. DYER, Shawsville, Va
MARIE l.. CRAM. City
A. NJ CARRIER. Manchester.
CLAYTON DUGGINS. City
WILLIE DUDLEY. City.
PEARL MURRAY. City
MARY BELLE WOODFIN. City.
GEORGE A. WOODY. City.
WILLIE AIKEN. Manchester.
MARY G. TODD City.
FLORENCE r.. MAGIN. City.
ELSIE " DIETRICH. City
y BLANCHE BlCkERS. City
RUTH h. HERRING, Crewe. Va.
MITE PRESTON, Abingdon, Va.
j. STRAWS. Chase city. Va.
MRS. DUANE +. HUGHES Swift Run,
va.
DOLORES CHRISTIAN. City.
WINNIE MAPES, Waverly. Va.
PEARLA SCOTT City
MAMIE HUTCHINSON, Barton
Heights.
FRANK G. ROCHE, Hampton.
q. A. WOODY. City.
WILLARD j. PEYTON. JR.. City.
AIN WOOD. Hampton, Va.
ALICE TAYLOR, City.
W. EMILY SCHENCK. Oak Tree Va.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07
Head and Next 10 Head.

Miss Blanche Bickers. 40 north Twenty
seventh street. city, gets that first prize,
having sent in 172 news items. beautifully
head. Really, Blanche, we think wen
have 10 make you News Editor.
Miss Pearla Scott. city. gets the second
prize. having been second best in each
contest this month. Expect your prizes,
girls. tomorrow or, if you choose to ex-
pect them before, you may, but they want
come until then. That's fun, you see, or
do you see? Ha, Ha! Hal
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07
What Miss Ruth Has to Say.

EdltOr OF Inc Times:
Dear Sir,-My papa is n reader OF The
''limes" ana have been for many years.
we all love TO read IT, and think IT tho
most truthful and best paper published.
1 am little girl and have been a reader
OF The Times for some time and enjoy
the Children's Page very much.
Thank YOU, Ruth. We are sure you are
a very nice little girl, or you wouldn't
nike The Times.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07
w. Somma Reelected.

Mr.. y. Soma. OF this city. was re-
elected unanimously to MI his old Office
OF general secretary OF Columbian Fed
Grafton Of Italian Societies. at their
convention In Chicago. on the 9th OF
october. This federation was organized
IN 1893 with q branches, and have az pres
emit 70 branches with a membership OF
5000 The object OF this federation 70
mutual assistance.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07
Tbalhimer Brothers

exhibit one OF the prettiest windows of
its kind ever shown in this city. The dis
o'ay pictures study OF fashion RON
every quarter.
THERE is TO BE SEEN Silks in Bro
caded Taffetas and Satin Duchess, Tinsel
Brocades. Liberty Silks, and evening
shades in Velvets. There Is also hand
some display of Pearl Ornaments, Jewel
ed and Irredescent Trimmings. Fine Silk
Applique Laces. Pretty evening shades In
Ribbons. Spangled and Lace Trimmed
Gauze Fans. New Evening Kid Gloves in
the popular lengths.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07
Nv ELECTION lTURDER.
Fatal Termination of an Old Grudge--i" NO
Good Men Gone.

GLAIEsBORO, VA. Nov. Especial.
AT the hester precinct this tCarfon
county on election day Harvey sutphih
shot and instantly killed a young man
by the name OF Montgomery me par
ties were both Republicans and the XIII
ing was the effects OF an old grudse'
Sutphin Is in Jail at Hitsville
Messrs. Jon. and William QuesinDerfy'
brothers, both died in few days OF the
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07

same date last week They were both
good men. b
The farmers are still sowing wheat and
rye i'm this county.
The mills, fences, and bridges that
were washed away or damaged by the
recent terrible frcshet have mostly been
rebuilt and repaired
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07
Prompt Payment.

Mfr. Washington Tyler. who died on oc-
fobcr 9th. was "A member OF Mccarthy
Council Royal Arcanum. and held SyH
policy on his life. The beneficiary. Mrs.
Jennie H. Willis. being absent from the
city. the papers were not turned In unth
October 22d. Just two weeks later fri-
day. the money was paid over 10 MIS-.
willis
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07

cards OF invitation have been issued
20 the marriage of Miss Lizzie 5. Moss
or baltimore. 10 Mr.. Charlie +. Millner
or Smithville, Va, TO take place at the
nome or her grand parents. 800 east Broad
street, on November 2lth
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07
NOW, SEE HERE!

What DO You Think of This, you Eas-
Gals.
The contest this week will be for the
best I'VE questions in Virginia. The best
ION MyD here means the MOST NEAT
LIZ WRITTEN and MOST DIFFICULT
TO ANSWER. The BEST set wiR be
published NEXT SUNDAY for you TO
ANsw ER. The TWO PRIZES THIS
MONTH Will be NICER THAN USUAL,
youn SEE. Now GO AHEAD
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07
nhe uantelo Case

Inc case or John L. Mantelo against
the Richmond Cedar Works, which is on
trial for the second time in the Law and
Equity Court, will probably be concluded
tomorrow.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07
Travel 10 Petersburg.

The Sunday excursion trains for Pc
tersburg have been discontinued. The
first train for Petersburg Sunday leaves
Richmond at A. NJ.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07

"Charlie. your father is calling you.
Cbarlie-Yes. / hear him. But he Is call
ing "Charlie" don't need to go I'LL nc
says "Charles."
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07
The Laugh Here.

'Here. my little boy" said benevolent
old gentleman 10 a weeping boy 1
wouldn't cry that way If l were you
"How did you cry when you were
little boy?" asked the weeper, during
a temporary cessation OF tears
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07

Teacher-Now. leather comes from the
COW and wool from the sheep. and wool
Is made into cloth. and cloth into coats.
Now. what is your coat made ot-yours,
Tommy. Tommy with hesitation)-Out o
fathers
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07

How old is your little dolly?" II don't
know" You're not very smart little
girl are you?" well all know is. got
the body at Christmas and we bought
a new head for her yesterday"
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07

A certain five-year-old boy who. in his
first trousers. could only thrust his hands
through his belt for want OF pockets, had
his heart reioiced at last with a pair
OF trousers that had real pockets in them.
His first act was TO come down TO a
, male relative with his hands stuck prouC-
~ in these pockets and 10 exclalm:
Took I've got pockets with floors In
'emf'
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07

pIANoRA. Ii cents per plug.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1897-11-07

THE BOOKMAN: A Literary Journal.
published monthly by Dodd Mead e
Company. New York. 500 per annum.
20 cents single copy. November, 1897.
We have learned TO expect entertain
ment and news from the Bookman and It
has never yet disappointed us. This
November number is no exception TO the
excellent rule which obtcins in this con-
nection, and news. miscellany. and Illus
trations are even In advance OF the high
average. Editorially it has something to
say regarding Miss Molly Eliot Seawelrs
story-"rhe History Of the Lady Betty
Stair" as follows:
Miss Seawell's little story of the Comte
dArtois's sojourn in Holyrod Palace in
the year 179S is an agreeable souffie with
just the slightest fruit favour Of history
to enhance its bubbling sentiment and
airy simplicity. Among the gentleman and
ladies In waiting TO Marie Therese ana
the future Charles X. of France, four ap-
pear picturesquely in this novelette-Lady
Betty. ''one of the sweetest creatures that
ever lived" the Able de Ronceray who
had a wonderful and disastrous capacity
for keeping secrets: the arrant scoundrel'
Rastien. whom Lady Betty struck IN the
face with her green fan. threatening 10