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Hutchinson gazette. [volume] (Hutchinson, Kan.) 1895-1902, 1897-08-05
RARE WORKS OF ART.
Treasures of the Goncourt Brothers
Bring Great Prices.

Treasures of the GOncOurt Brothers
Bring Great Prices.
All the great pictures in the Con
court collection have now been sold at
the Hotel Drouot and have realized
$4,000 francs, or f27,S40, says a Paris
letter. 1t is to be noted that the broth
ers Goncourt, as related in the famous
diary, often pinched themselves In Or
der to purchase pictures and art OBJ
jects for their collection. They would
undoubtedly be surprised II they were
alive to read the prices obtained at the
recent sale for old drawings and en-
cravings which they picked up years
ago on the Paris quays and elsewhere
for a few gold or silver pieces. They
were keen dilettanti and knew good
works of art when they saw them, but
they could hardly have realized that a
sketch by the younger Moreau, for
which they paid about a dollar, would
be purchased years afterwards for hun
dreds of dollars. There is now every
prospect that the Goneourt academy
may become an accomplished fact, and
that the literary legatees, as well as the
poor relations, may receive something
worth having out of the estate. When
Edmond de GouneOurt died 1t was'con-
fldently asserted by many that his
artistic collections would not realize
$4,000, whereas his pictures and en-
cravings alone have already brought in
more than treble that amount.
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sought an interview with Miss Heth-
erington, to whom he told of the scene
which he had had with Marjorie, Of her
anger against himself, and of her con-
slant meetings with the stranger Miss
Hetherington listened with aVerted
head, and laughed grimly when he had
done.
II see how 1t is" she said; otis the
old tale; twa lads and a lassie. But /
dinna like the French man, Johnnie,
no more than yourself. I'll speak
with Mr.. Lorraine; maybe It's his work
to keep the bairnie right, though he
does his work i'll, I'm thinking You're
a good lad, Johnnie. and as to Marjorie,
she's short-sighted eedict not to see
wha's her friend"
She spoke lightly and cheerfully; but
the moment Sutherland disappeared
both her face and manner changed.
1.-The lad was right" she said. Love
has made him keen sighted, and he has
told me the truth. Marjorie is in dan
ger. Now is the time when she needs
the care O. kind folk to keep her frae
the one false step that ruins all. Mar
jorie Amman. what shall do for you.
my bairn?"
She stood for time meditating:
then she looked at her watch and found
It was still early in the day; she sum-
moned her old servant, ordered her car
rage, and quarter Of an hour later
was driving away toward the town Of
Dumfries.
Hardly had she left when the French
man came to the castle. and, by dlnt Of
bribing the old serving man, Sandy
Sloan, with golden sovereign, was
permitted to view the different rooms.
no BE CoNTINUED.)
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his friend" she answered, proudly.
Eyes, his friend; and as his friend l
will not hear him insulted. Good
night"
She walked quickly away, but In a
moment he was again beside her.
Marjorie, will you not listen to
me?"
"No, 1 will not" returned the girl,
angrily. Whatever you have to say
against Monsieur Caussidiere you shall
not say to me. He was right; you
are all against him, and you are the
worst of all. Do you think 1t is just or
kind to abuse a man simply because
he is a stranger and unfortunate? What
has Monsieur Caussidiere ever done to
you that you should dislike him so
much?"
The young man stared at her flushed
cheeks and angry eyes; then he ex-
claimed:
Marjorie, answer me! Tell me 't's
not possible, that you care for yon
man."
She flushed crimson and turned
away.
II care for anyone" she answered,
evasively, who is alone and who
wants friend. Monsieur Caussldlere
has been very kind to me-and l am
sorry for him."
"You are more than that, Marjorie
but take care, for know he is scoun-
drel."
How dare you say SOP" returned
Marjorie. "You are coward, Johnnie
Sutherland. If he were here you would
not speak like that"
II would say the same to him a. to
you. If he were not scoundred he
would not entice you from your home
This was too much for Marjorie. She
uttered an indignant exclamation, and,
without deigning to reply, fastened
rapidly away. This time he did not
hasten after her; and almost before he
could recover from his surprise she had
entered the manse door.
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found it cold and trembling.
II have frightened you, he said.
Eyes, monsieur; l was startled be-
cause did not hear you coming, and I
seemed to be far away"
She seemed strangely sad and pre-
occupied tonight. After the French
man had Joined her she relapsed into
her former dream; she folded her arms
upon the bridge again, and fixed her
sad eyes upon the flowing river. Caus-
sidiere, partaking of the mood, looked
downward, too.
You love the water, Marjorie?"
Eyes; 1t is my kith and kim"
"You have been here for hours, have
you not? / sought you at the manse
in vain
81 was not here, monsieur. l was in
the kirkyard among the graves"
Among the graves?" returned the
Frenchman, looking anxiously at her.
"a strange place for you to wander in,
my child! 1t is only when we have
seen trouble and lost friends that we
seek such places. For me it would be
fitting, perhaps, but for you 1t is diff
ferent. You are so young and should
be so happy"
"Ah, yes!" sighed Marjorie. ''I am
happy enough"
And yet you sadden the days that
should be the brightest by wandering
near the dead. Why did you 90 to the
churchyard, little one?"
"Why, monsieur? To see my moth
er's grave"
your mothers grave? I thought
you did not know your mother?"
"They say she was my mother" re-
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CHAPTER XI.-fCoNrrNurpl

CHAPTER Xl.-(CoNTTNUED.l
Caussidiere started in surprise; he
was not accustomed to such plain
speaking.
Madame is severe" he replied, with
sarcastic smile. "She does not APP
prove Of the morals of my nation? No!
Yet parbleu! they compare not UNI
favorably WITH those of pious Scot
land!"
This rebuff rather disconnected the
plain spoken lady, who turned up the
path impatiently, while the French
manshrugged his shoulders and looked
loftily indignant. Marjorie, who had
watched the preceding passage at arms
with no little anxiety, not quite follow
ing the conversation, glanced implor-
ingly at Caussidiere.
Don't mind Miss Hetherington," she
said, when the lady was out Of hear
ing. what Mr.. Lorraine says OF her
is true; her bark's waur than her bite,
and she means no offense."
"Who is she, my child? Oh, re-
member, the eccentric old lady whom
you visited yesterday"
Marjorie nodded; and at that mo-
ment Mr.. Lorraine came down the path,
followed by Solomon, and met Miss
HetheriEgton, who began talking 10
him velGmently.
"She is not very polite" muttered
Caussidiere; land see, she is already
abusing me to your guardian"
He held out his hand.
Goodbye! shall see you, perhaps,
later in the day"
perhaps. Oh, monsieur, you are not
offended"
mot at ALL" replied Caussidiere,
though the look with which he re-
garded his late antagonist rather be-
lied his words. 81 forgive her for your
sake, my child"
Marjorie did not go to church again
that day. She had a headache and
kept her room. 1t was altogether a
gloomy afternoon. Mr.. Lorraine, Sc
cretly troubled in his mind, had diff
Guilty in concentrating his thoughts on
his religious duties, and Solomon pre-
served an invincible taciturnity. SO
the day passed away, and evening
came.
There was no evening service, for
Mr.. Lorraine was too infirm to conduct
three services in one day. After dis
NAL tea, to which Marjorie came down,
the minister sat reading volume OF
sermons, and presently Marjorie left
the room, put on her hat, and strolled
into the garden.
1t was beautiful evening, and the
moon was rising over the far-off hills.
With her head still aching YEARLY, the
girl wandered out upon the road and
into the churchyard. She crept close
to the western wall and looked for a
long time at one of the tombstones.
Then, signing deeply, she came out
and strolled up the village.
The bright weather and the fresh air
enticed her on and on till she came
to the rural bridge above the AMMAN
Water.
All was still and peaceful; not a
sound, not breath disturbed the Sab
bath silence. She leaned over the stone
parapet and looked sadly down.
Her thoughts were wandering far
away--howing, flowing with the muir
muring stream. She had fallen into a
waking dream, when she heard a foot
step behind her. She started and ut
tered a low cry as she saw dark fig
ure approaching in the moonlight.
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Only = Little premature.

81 can't hear a suit that isn't pend
ing" said a Judge to young lawyer
who was seeking advice.
81 know It isn't pending" replied the
young man, In some confusion, "but it
is about to pe1d."-The Green Bag.
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CHAPTER XIII.

II L EIS Tue bCoub
with Marjorie on
Sunday night, Suth-
erland was in a
state Of despair; for
two days he walked
about in misery; on
the third day his
resolution was fixed
and he determined
to act. He went up
to the Castle and
Hutchinson gazette. [volume] (Hutchinson, Kan.) 1895-1902, 1897-08-05
CHAPTER XII.

HE figure advanced
rapidly, and in a
moment Marjorie
recognized her tu-
tor.
Monsieur Caus-
sidiere!" she cried.
YES" returned
the French m a n
quietly, 1T is II"
"He took her
hand in his, and
Hutchinson gazette. [volume] (Hutchinson, Kan.) 1895-1902, 1897-08-05

The Indian population of the Domln-
ion Of Canada is said to be 1890. Of
whom about $4,000 are Roman Catho-
lies. and tho same number Professionals.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1897-08-24
GASOLINE ENGINES.

An attractive feature of the state
fair this year will be the exhibit of
gasoline, steam, hot air. kerosene and
other engines, not only for farm pur-
poses, pumping water, grinding feed,
cutting fodder, saving wood, etc., are
these engines specially adapted, on ac-
count of their low cost, simplicity of
construction, and ease in handling, but
to the resident of cities requiring pow
er for any purpose, these small engines
are particularly suited. For printing
presses no more reliable power can be
obtained than small gasoline or steam
engine, and we are promised at the
state fair one of the finest exhibits ever
seen in the west. Manufacturers now
realize, that to sell their products, they
must first Introduce them to the public,
and the great Iowa state fair affords
facilities for doing this, second to no
other agency in the country. Here are
to be found each year all the progress
sive, wide awake farmers of the state,
and all the live editors, publishers and
proprietors of the local papers, that
have done so much to develop the great
industries of our state and add to our
material as well as intellectual pros
perity. And these are the men who are
looking for cheap, reliable power, to
take the place Of manual labor, and an
excellent exhibit to choose from will be
found in the machinery department OF
the Iowa state fair.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1897-08-24
PRACTICAL TESTS.

To see an implement or machine
standing idle upon a floor, protected
from sun and rain, and glib-tongued
agent extolling it's merits is one thing,
and to see the same implement or ma
chine in the field at actual work speak
ing for itself by it's actions, in Ian
guage stronger than words, is quite an
other matter. At the Iowa State fair
every machine or implement, when at
all possible, is put to a practical test
in the field, and these trials are fast be-
coming justly popular for the farmer
has then an opportunity to see for HIM
self the machine or implement in act
ual work. Flows, gang, sulky and
walking are all tested in the field, and
premiums awarded on quality of work
performed. Corn planters, potato
planters, seeders, potato harvesters,
and cultivators of ever kind are af-
forded an opportunity to show the
quality of the work they are able to
perform, and the interest manifested
in these practical tests, prove conclu-
sively that the best farmers of the
state appreciate field work, with all
implements that they may see them in
actual operation.
81 LILO idli VI Ioof, PidStiSdi WI
will be given more prominence than
ever before, and no progressive farmer
can afford to lose this great opportun-
ity to see all the leading implements
and machines put to a practical field
test. There is scarcely farmer in the
state but is compelled to purchase dur
ing the year, more or less farm ma
chinery; and to examine 1t carefully at
the state fair where all the leading
manufacturers are represented, by a
full line, places the farmer in posi-
ton to make his purchases with GER
tainty of securing the best upon the
market. And with the practical tests
every day, no observing farmer can fail
to decide in his own mind, what tool or
machine, is best adapted to his condi-
tions, and when necessity compels him
to purchase he can do so with full
knowledge of the qualities of the sew
eral implements. BY all means, see
and examine the matchless exhibit of
farm machinery at the Iowa state fair,
and do not fail to attend the field
tests, having no hesitation in CRITICS.
ing the work, asking questions. and
obtaining all the information possible
In regard to each machine or imple-
ment.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1897-08-24
SEM ON SED
BRILLIANT RECEPTION TO BE TEN
DERED STATE FAIR VISITORS.
Des Moines Citizens Awake to the Importance
of State Fair Gatherings, and Will Spend
$4,000 in Entertaining Visitors.

Another rich treat in preparation Is
an categorical representation of a
mythical king and queens entry into
the city accompanied by vast retinue
or gaily caprisOned retainers, all mag
nificently mounted. This kingly process
sion will be Of great length, cost an
immense sum to produce, and will be
seen by the light of the brilliant street
illuminations, forming the most stu
pendous street pageant ever attempted
in any western city outside of st.
Louis.
On another night during the week,
towards the end most likely, a roaring
farce in the shape of great burlesque
parade will traverse the downtown
streets. Every other attraction in the
long procession will be a clown, giving
forth great chunks of fun and merri-
ment. The whole trend of this nights
show viii be to create laughter, mirth
and fun. Local hits, state fair hits,
hits on the Iowa farmer-hits on every
thing but no kicks-iust night of gen.
unine frolic to wind up the weeks
amusement.
This is a bare outline of the free fun
promised all who come to the state
fair. There is much more to tell after
arrangements are completed, but all
the telling cannot half picture out the
beauty there will be in seeing the
great-thronged beautifully lighted
thoroughfares, hearing the melodious
strains Of martial music, gazing on the
river scenes and great parades. You
would not miss it for farm.
1t is proposed to secure large room
and decorate 1t with lights, signs, etc,
so that it will attract general attention
and also to put a great streamer across
the street indicating that 1t is the
bureau Of information. At this place
attendants will be kept constantly on
hand to inform visitors where they
can secure rooms and board while in
the city, to tell them what the cost Is,
to direct them to points of interest
about the city, to give general informa-
ton about the arriving and departing
time Of all trains, regular and special,
and to furnish all manner Of informa-
ton. 1t is intended to have a great
blackboard along one side of the room
on which the program for each day of
the fair, of the carnival, the attractions
at the several amusement places, etc.,
will be posted and from which much
other valuable information can be OBJ
tanned.
We proudly wave the wild rose of
the Hawkeye state above our heads
and bid you a cordial welcome to
SEM ON SEQ.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1897-08-24

The citizens of Des Moines have
awakened to the opportunities offered
them for cultivating the good will Of
the people all over the state who will
visit the state fair, and have subscrib-
ed between $4,000 and $4,000 to be
used as an entertainment fund.
Various committees have been ap-
pointed and at this writing the main
plans for monster Semi ON Sed car
nival have been blocked out. The out
lines of the program so far as known
are to first deliberately Illuminate all
downtown streets on both sides OF the
river. Imposing arches will be thrown
across many of the leading avenue in
tersections, and every arch will be
ablaze with Offering words Of welcome.
The lettering done in electric lights Of
prismatic colors. The grand triumphal
arch, a masterpiece of architectural
skill, will be erected at the intersection
of Fourth and Walnut streets. This
will be profusely illuminated, and be
the rallying point for all the vast
throng who will gather to see the pa
rades and pro SESSIONS.
In addition to the general illumina-
tions it is expected all business men
will vie with each other in the decora-
ton and illumination of their places Of
business and the buildings all along the
route.
Arrangements are being perfected for
the reproduction Of the Siege of Vicks-
burg at point on the Des Moines ri
yer where the surroundings are some
what similar to those Of that historic
scene. 1t is quite near the city, and
will be free to all. There will be forts,
gun boats, soldiers, charges, shells,
gunpowder and everything to faithful
ly portray the memorable siege. The
Ames cadets, under General James
Rush Lincoln will participate in the
spectacular scene.
The whole realistic speck of war
will be under the direction of General
Lincoln which is assurance enough that
everything will be conducted in a
thorough military manner, and be an
inspiring sight for the thousands who
will witness it. 1t will send thrill
through the hearts of all the old veter-
ans, and patriotic enthusiasm will
break loose from thou lands of threats,
when after the storming of the forts,
the bursting of magazines, the boom
and roar of cannonades, and the final
charge is made. The stars and stripes
will be unfurled amid a deluge of fire
upon the dismantled battlements of the
forts. None can afford to miss this
magnificent pageant.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1897-08-24

Under this heading is embraced
much of woman's handiwork, showing
her taste and skill I'm all kinds Of fancy
sewing, knitting, and crochet work.
Every woman is urged to bring in
some specimen Of her art needlework,
SO that new features in this line may
adorn the generous display.
CONCESSIONS AND PRIVILEGES.
]. G. Frasier, superintendent, P. o.
address, Bloomfield, Iowa.
There is little to be said about any
thing new in this department. The
side shows change with every fair,
other concessions remain much the
same. l am trying to keep out every
thing that is in any way Objectionable.
While we need all the money we can
get / believe in drawing the line very
close and turn down anything I con-
ceive to be Of questionable character.
The state fair should be clean, in every
way, and / say, don't let us educate
wrongly; we cannot afford to do it.
The inquiries are coming in very rap
idly indeed, for this early, and the pros
poets in my department are good. You
can depend upon my doing everything
in my power to help make the fair a
rousing success.
After August Goth, my address will
be Des Moines, care Secretary.
PANTRY AND KITCHEN.
A. L. Piummer, superintendent, P. o.
address, Ivy, Iowa.
In the pantry department everything
will be classified and cards attached
showing the different classes. This is
display of especial interest to the wo-
men of the state and they are urged to
enter anything in the classes consisting
of fancy cakes, preserves, jellies, jams,
buffers, pickles, spiced fruits, etc. A
good cook Is one of natures noblest
works. Bring some of the good things
along, and enter the lists for some
premiums.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1897-08-24
FENCES.

Do you desire to purchase any of the
woven wire fences now upon the mar
ket? Or do you need lawn fence, or
a patent gate that opens and shuts au-
tomatically? Do you intend purchas-
ing machine for constructing the
fence on the ground where 1t is requir-
ed, or do you need a simple device for
unrolling the wire, tightening 1t, and
IL necessary when moving barb wire
fence, will respool the wire and put 1t
in the best possible condition for future
use The fence department Of Iowastate
fair with its unparalleled exhibits,
affords facilities and an excellent OPP
portunity to see all the leading designs
In woven wire fencing as we'll as all the
leading devices for Tightening and re-
winding barb wire. Acres of ground
are devoted to this exhibit, and that
farmer must be dull of intellect, who
cannot profit by the variety of the ex-
hibits, and obtain valuable lesson
from close observation Of the results
of inventive genius when applied to
fences
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1897-08-24
DR.. CARVER AND HIS

In conversation with Sec. Fow
Gently DR.. Carver related someir
of his early career. When but 8
he developed his wonderful p
with the rifle, and for many yeal
the most successful hunter and tr
in his section. In some OF the ext
buffalo hunts in the days whel
shaggy king of the plains was plen
in the West and Northwest the y
hunter never failed to bring In
than his quota to camp. His a
unerring. He was then a slight
tall. thin and wiry. He was
powerfully muscled and never ssel
know what fatigue vast He {
naturally by the adventuresome 81
which led him to follow the life Of
hunter in his youth. Among his anc4
tors was Governor Carver, one OF u
early New England settlers, who ste
ped from the Mayflower on Plymoue
Rock. John Carver, the explores
Minnesota, and Fred Carver, who w
killed by the redskins at Spirit Lak<
Iowa, were among his ancestors.
AS a trapper, Indian fighter an
scout. the why young plainsman II
gan his career and followed 1t unit
an exciting incident led him into I'll
life he is now leading.
During the winter of 1876 Carver w
trapping on the Frenchman, a tribu
tary of the Republican river. AID
securing all the pelts that his hors&
could carry home he headed across e.
Blackwood valley for his headquarters
The sun was shining brightly, and tn
day was pleasant one. Toward
evening, however, the wind becam
cold and cutting, and suddenly bam1
or black clouds appeared in the wes<
Soon the trapper was in the midst a
one OF the worst storms he had eve
experienced. To stop meant death
so Carver pressed on. Soon he wa
encased in a coating of ice, and thu
storm grew more violent as the tran.
per and his pack train FASTENED on
AS the blizzard grew more and NOR
terrific Carver took an oath that
he succeeded in getting out alive I
would give up hunting buffalo foreve
The minutes seemed like hours, an
the hours days. He kept going foa
ward through the binding storm
trusting to the instinct of his horses
and to his own intuitive knowledg
VI ShO Souudy " Suluc ulul Stl6t.
through. A lull came, and he foum
himself on the edge of the steep Black
wood canyon, with its sheer sides.
Had he gone few feet farther he
would have plunged to his death The
horse he was riding swerved off from
the edge Of the precipice, and the pack
horses followed. In short time he
found the cabin of some trappers, who
lifted him from the saddle and poures
stimulants into his frozen bodys Hi
hands, cheeks, nose and ears wer
frozen, and the plainsmen packed c =,
yer in snow to bring these portions of
his body to a normal condition
After this terrible experience Carver
kept the oath made during the storm.
He sold his outfit and went to Chey-
enne. From there he went to San Fran
cisco, and soon afterwards began his
career as professional rifle shot at
Oakland on Washington's birthday,
Since that time he has steadily followed
the life there begun, and has VIC
medals and decorations in all parts
the world. AS horseman he has fe
equals and as a shot none.