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heart that Stacy had. perhaps. not appre-
ctated her then, and that her present
quality might accord more with his world
Iy tastes and experience. 1t was. there
fore, with kind of timid delight that
he saw Stacy apparently enter into her
mood. and with still more timorous
amusement to notice that he seemed to
sympathize not only with her. but with her
haIf-rallying, half-serious attitude toward
his Barker's) inexperience and simplicity.
He was glad that she had made a friend
of Stacy. even in this way. Stacy would
understand. as he did, her pretty wilful-
ness at last: she would understand what
a true friend Stacy was to him. 1t was
with unfeigned satisfaction that he fol-
lowed them into dinner as she leaned upon
his guests arm chatting confidentially. He
was only uneasy because her manner had
a slight ostentation.
The entrance of the little party pro-
duced a quick sensation throughout the
dining room. Whispers passed from table
to table; all heads were turned toward
the great financier as toward a magnet: a
few guests even shamelessly faced around
in their chairs as ne passed Mrs. Barker
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Don't delay a single hour. but get a
written agreement for that Ditch proper
ty."
Barker smiled. But I have. Got it this
afternoon
Then you known calculated Stacy in
surprise
81 only know" said Barker, coloring.
that you said l could back out OF it II It
too. And thought 1t looked awfully mean
for me to hold a man to that kind OF a
bargain. And so-you won't be mad. old
fellow, will you'll thought I'd put IT be-
by having it in black and white" He
stopped. laughing and blushfng, but still
earnest and sincere. You don't think me
a fool, do your he said. pathetically.
Stacy smiled grimly. II think. Barker,
boy. that If you go to the Branch you'll
have no difficulty in paying for the Ditch
property. Good night
In a few minutes he was back at the
club again before any one knew he had
even left the building. AS he again re-
entered the smoking room he, found the
members still in eager discussion about
the new railway. One was saying: IF
they could get an extension and carry the
read through Heavy Tree Hill to Boom
vile they'd be all right
Il quite agree with you." said Stacy.
Chapter III.
The swaying, creaking Boomville coach
had at last reached the level ridge and
sank forward upon it's springs with a sigh
of relief and the slow precipitation of the
red dust which had hung in clouds around
it. The whole coach, inside and out, was
covered with this impalpable powder: it
had poured into the windows that gaped
widely in the insufferable heat; 1t lay thick
upon the novel read by the passenger, who
had for the third or fourth time during the
ascent made gutter of the half-opened
book, and blown the dust away in a single
puff like the smoke from pistol. 1t lay
in folds and creases over the yellow silk
buster of the handsome woman on the
back seat, and when she endeavored 10
shake it off enveloped her in a reddish
nimbus. 1t grimed the handkerchiefs of
others, and left sanguinary streaks on
mopped foreheads. But as the coach had
slowly climbed the summit the sun was
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feel and what he's made me feel, and will
wish himself in hell before he ever made
the big strike on Heavy Tree! That's me,
You hear me! I'm shoutn', It'll last till
then: 1t may be next week, next month,
next year. But it'll come
(To be Continued.)
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Close to Ninety.

Here now stand upon LIES outer verge
Close at my feet ocean wild. and deep,
DARK. sullen, silent, and without a surge
Where earth's PAST myriads lie in dreamIess
sleep.
us here stand without thrill of fear,
In loneliness allied TO the sublime;
The broken links of love that bound me here
Lie shattered on this treacherous shoal of time
But still cling TO friends who yet remain
Cling to til. glorious that round me lie
Striving to stay the haste of years in vain
AS swifter vet the winged moments fly.
Idly, seek the future to explore,
L partly know what is, but naught that is before.
JOHN HOWARD BRYANT
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a Y b r S

Shipping sarsaparilla from Honduras, c. A., is
like "carrying GOALS to Newcastle" unless there's
solid reason for the trouble and expense For
native sarsaparilla grows i'm own door yards
and the native root is what other "sarsaparillas'
are made of=when they are made of sarsaparilla
at all. The j. c. Aver co. import their sarsapara
from Honduras. WHY? They use this imported
sarsaparilla root exclusively. WHIP They divide
their stock of sarsaparllnto four parts and store
each part i'm separate storefouse to provide
against the destruction of the stock by fire. WHY?
Not for profit. 1t costs more to get and more to
keep this kind of sarsaparilla; more i'm thine,
freight, labor and insurance. Then WHY? Be
cause the best sarsaparilla compound must be
made from the best sarsaparilla root and that
grows i'm Honduras only. Because the difference
between "best ON the bottle and best i'm the bot
tile is the difference that has made Ayers Sarsa=
parilla the standard blood purifier of the world
Ayers "Cu1ebook' of tddb the
J. c. Co, Mass
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1897-09-04
BUSINESS LOCALS.

Historical Truths" may be had
at 1927 King street, il applied for
early. Although the edition was
considered large enough for all de-
mands the books are already be-
coming rather scarce.
Paddy Ryan is now assisted by
popular William Carlisle at the An
Choir Saloon, where Seattle Beer is
always on draught and other stimu-
lants furnished. Pointers on all
sporting events can be had, free Of
charge from the athletic manager of
the Anchor
There is only one place where the
proper drink can be obtained when
loyal Americans celebrate, "Annex-
alton" and the Fourth OF July.
Pomery Sec. and Gold Lac, are the
special brands of Champagne served
by the Royal Annex. Come on, you
annexationists, and let the corks fly,
and the wine flow.
One ounce OF prevention is better
than ten ounces of cure. The EN-
pire boasts of infallible remedies
against the varioloid. Wieland beer
on draft beats vaccination, and
Doctor Charlie Andrew presides over
the finest stock OF remedies" that
can be found in town. All for medi-
cinal purposes-and cash.
Buffalo Beer has proved it's i'm
mense popularity at the Royal, Paci-
fic and Cosmopolitan Saloons. The
celebrated Pabst is also retained
there in draft or in bottle. The in
Interchangeable check system that has
proved such a convenience to the
patrons OF these popular resorts is
also in vogue.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1897-09-04
Proposed Negro Immigration Unde-
eirable.

A movement has been started here
to import negro laborers and house
servants from the Southern States.
This seems highly undesirable, both
for Hawaii and for the negroes.
The latter removed from the con-
trolling and civilizing influence OF
the white race, and placed in a
tropical climate, will simply de-
teriorate like the population OF
Hsyti. Then the people Of Hawaii
need breeding up, and not down.
While many OF the American negroes
have become genuinely civilized and
refined by the strong contact OF
benefcent white culture, the masses
still inherit their ancient African
debasement from which the stern
discipline of slavery has but par
TALLY redeemed them. Scarcely any
admixture of bred could be less de-
sirable for the present population
of Hawaii, Vastly better is the
stancb, stalwart, civilized Mongolian
Best of all is the white Caucasian
breed. Hawaii is grand, lovely
group, fit to be the home Of the
choicest race OF men on earth. Let
the posterity of The native Hawai-
ians breed upwards into higher
grades, not downwards to be con.
temned as "niggers."- The Friend.
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Camping Season
is Coming
WHEN YOU GET OUT INTO
THE MOUNTAIN

we can be with you. The memory OF a
we'll stocked larder in your camp Will help
the enjoyment Of the scenery picturesque
or majestic, as it appeals to the eye. The
climate-genial, bracing, rejuvenating-
will be aided by good groceries. Whatever
you do rusticatine, hunting, fishing, rid
ing, boating, wheeling, mountain climbing
or in valley reposing our goods are the
best and necessary accompaniments.
The season for this sort OF thought and
action ~ upon us. All the world, takes an
outing once year-if 1t doesn't, 1t ought
10. While making up your mind where
you will go, put these places before your
minds eve:
ON MAUI Haleakala, Lahaina, Wal
kapu. Makawao, Hama, Kula, Kahului,
Haiku, MAIZENA,.
ON KAUAI-Hanalei Hanapepe, Lime,
Kooa, Waimea, Nawiliwili aad HAWAII
hau.
ON HAWAII-Kilauea and Halemau-
maui, the rainy city, Kapapala, Kealake-
kua Bay ana DR.. Lindley's Sanitarium,
Waipio, Kohala, Puma, Kona, Laupahoe-
hoe and Hamakua.
ON oAHU-Waikiki, Tantalus, Puo-
waina, Olympus or Leahi Makapuu and
Mokapu, Valance Pearl Harbor, Remoud
Grove, Moanalua and Manoa.
The Islands of Lanai, Molokai, Kahoo-
lave and Niihau.
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Ring up 81, if you have anything
to say to The INDEPENDENT.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1897-09-04

A nice front room is for rent at
No. 8 Garden Lane.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1897-09-04

Childrens trimmed sailor hats in
all colors only 30 cents at N. S.
Sachs.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1897-09-04

Big reductions in Childrens trim
med hats for one week onlyat N. s.
Sachs.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1897-09-04

Join our Suit Club, 81 per week.
Medeiros & Decker, Hotel street.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1897-09-04

Fishtail ferns for sale in quaint
ties to suit.
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RIsDoN IRON & LOCOMOTIVE
WORKS..
5S2-tf San Francisco. Cal
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Nicely furnished rooms to let on
Liliha Street, opposite Kuakini
street,
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1897-07-02

There are not wanting those who
sheer at love of country as narrow and
provincial. But we think il will be
found, as a rule, that the man who has
no love for his own country and his
own people, as distinguished from all
the world, does not entertain very much
regard for humanity in general. True
patriotism-not the spurious kind that
says: "Thou shalt love thy neighbor
and hate thine enemy" but that which
upholds. defends and makes much of
home and country-promotcs rather
than diminishes worldwide svmpa-
thies. There are no more devoted pa
triots than the consecratcd American
missionaries who spend their lives in
service for foreign lands. Our young
people should he instructed TO associate
their celebration of Independence day
with love of country. and to learn les
sons of patriotism from those who on
this day pledged their lives. their for
tunes and their sacred honor to wrest
the nation from foreign yoke. The
independence thus nobly won is
precious inheritance, they should be
taught. because ii has permitted the de-
vclopmcnt on American soil of institr-
tons which have blessed not us alone.
but all the world besidcs.-N. Y. Ex-
aminer
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That must have been embarrassing
Information to the United States senate
which Statistician Carroll ID. Wright
furnished that body last week concern
ing the labor cost OF lumber in this coun-
try and in Canada. His figures showed
that, while the average wages in Canadi-
an sawlnills is $1.41 and Sill per day
here, the average labor cost of 1000
feet of lumber is $1.2s i'm Canada and
only "a cents here. The decreased cost
of production in this country is attrib-
uted TO the superior machinery used
Of course, the figures prove the free
trade contention that the rate Of wages
paid does not indicate the cost of pro-
duction-that low wages are very often
more expensive to employers, and vice
versa. But these hard facts furnished
by an officer of the government will not
dissuade the lumber barons from their
purpose to get tariff on Canadian lum-
Der so that they can the more effcctually
rob American consumers. Protection
lists care nothing for facts. What they
want Is license to steal.--Nationn
Single Taxcr.
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New duty Pres New
Per cent. ent. bill.
Damask tablecloth: .loa 25c a.ao
Colored canvas for dress lin
~shs s..s... -..--.s. ............ ~ st2 1Vi2
S!otnins iincfls ..... ........... W 10 22l1
Linen Tor butchers aprons. Go 1914 22n
The domestic manufacturers in whose
interests these changes are supposed to
be made have stated that they do not
desire over so per cent. duty on linen
goods. and one of the principal manu-
facturers of linen and cotton handker.
chiefs in America (of Acheson, Harden
q Co., Passaic, N. j. states that he does
not desire any advance of duty on his
goods.
The gross injustice of these duties
can be appreciated when il is remem-
bered that, owing TO climatic condi-
tons. good fiber flax cannot be grown
or linen manufactured successfully in
this country, and when il is further re-
membercd that the kind of linen taxed
is the kind that Is used by the poorest
classes, while much lower duty is puf
on the finer grades.
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The conversation now drifted 10
other subjects, and Capt Lee was most
pleasantly entertained by his fair host
css
lie knew that Betty Logan was in
tensely loyal 10 the cause OF the col
onics; but out of respect for her APP
parent helplessncss her property had
not been disturbed. though on several
occasions several spies had been
tracked To il.
Her only servants were Peter and a
housemaid as loyal as her mistress. and
with these Betty. the fair rebel, in
habited the little home near the Hud-
son in almost open defiance Of the sol
diers of the king.
Fond of music, Capt. Lee importuncd
his hostess for a song. and, rising, Betty
swept to the instrument in one corner
of the coy parlor.
What are your favorites. captain ?"
she asked, with sly look over her
shoulder.
'Washington's Retreat for one"
said the officer with "A light laugh as he
mentioned a song at that time popular
in royalist circles in New York.
The checks of Betty Logan flushed
and her fingers swept the ivory keys as
If impelled by magic.
"You don't sing that, suppose" con-
tinued the captain.
81 am here to entertain you and
'Washingtons Retreat shall be given
according to request"
In another moment the melodious
voice of the girl seemed TO fill the house
as she sang the piece which had re-
ceived encore after encore in the the
aters wherever the British held sway.
Capt. Lee listened like one entranced
and his gaze followed her every move
ment like one enraptured.
Perhaps you have heard this" said
Betty, as the last note died away, and
forthwith she started up with a rollick
ing cowboy air such as the wild ma
RAIDERS of the Neutral Ground were
wont to sing when out on their forays.
1t was full of the most rebellious
sentiment, and some of its pointed al
lnsions to King George drove the color
from Capt. Lees face.
But he was not in a position 20 grum-
bic. for had not Betty sang Iessl royal
air? He sat mutely and listened as the
song crcpt on and on. the girl seeming
20 take delight in tingling the ears of
her relocated guest
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| officer as he came on and took his out.
| stretched hand without a show OF
treachery.
Though we differ about the war
Capt. Lee" said she. in her sprightly
manner. Il cannot help asking you for
the latest news from the front"
There is but little to communicates
There has been no set engagement of
late; the two armies seem to be plan
ming for position, and it is doubtful IL
battle will come off for some time"
THAT is good. do not like to hear
of bloodshed. 1t is bad enough in this
part Of the country between the for
ayers, but when large armies meet in
deadly conflict il is much worse Still"
and her eyes seemed to sparkle, 1--WE
cannot gain our independence without
some bloodshed."
Capt. Lee smiled
II will never be able to convince YOU.
! see" he said. Like Ephraim, Miss
Betty, you are joined TO your idols"
"les, captain. to the idols of liberty
and prosperity for America You must
admit that You find our soldiers men
difficult TO conquer. When people fight
for their homes and native land they do
not give up the struggle without terri
BILE contest"
but in this case they are rebellious
and the king will not stop short Of their
entire subsection"
The young girls gaze wandered from
the room, and for a little while seemed
TO rest on the bushes on the lawn.
Suddenly, however, she turned again
to the officer and said:
Zone of my friends has had the mis-
fortune to become prisoner of war"
Indeed. Miss Betty" exclaimed
Capt. Lee. in the most innocent manner
possible. but that is one of the vicis-
STUDIES of war. Your friend must put
up with il and consider that imprison-
n.ent is far better than being left on the
battlefield"
II do not doubt that. but ccnfine-
ment to Capt. James is irksomc. TO say
the least"
The British officer seemed to start a
little at mention of his rivals name.
capt. James is confined in Ng~
York." continued Betty. "TIc was cap
tured in skirmish and hurried thither.
Exchange is hardly to be thought Of
you know, since our people do not hold
~ prisoner an officer Of equal rank"
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Il suppose i wouldn't be. allowed &c
sing that in New York." exclaimed
Betty. turning round and catching a
sign of the captains disapproval in his
look
by no means. Miss Betty" was the
reply. THE author of that doggerel
viii stretch hemp one of these days"
when you catch the hare, captain.
not before" laughed the girl. "By the
way, the author of that song is doing
some good in the ranks just now, and
Washington has made him lieutenant
Tor bravery on the battlefield, and you
don't kill prisoners. believe"
"Sir Henry Clinton might break the
rule in the bard's case" was the quick
rejoinder. and then BETTY ran her fin
gers over the keys again and sang a
love ditty which put her guest in the
best of humor.
The ballad ended, Betty Logan ex-
cused herself and left the parlor.
1T seems to me that she might be
tanned" passed through Capt. Lees
mind. "The girl is real jewel and
would make an excellent wife. So her
friend Capt. James is enjoying the
delicacies of prison fare. suppose that
she doesn't know that am, in part. re-
sponsible for his change Of fortunes;
but alls fair in love and war. and il |
do not fail Miss Betty may sing none
but loyal songs in the near future. /
wonder IL that fellow attended prompt
ly TO my horsc?"
The British captain was on the eve
of rising when Betty again appeared in
the doorway and announced dinner.
She had made little change in her
toilet and looked prcttier than ever.
and Capt. Lee. with an appetite sharp
cned by his ride from the city. to say
nothing of the wait in the pnrlor. rose
with alacrity.
The dining-room was tastcfullv
trimmed with flowers and evergreen.
the work Of which Betty ascribcd to her
maid. Polly. and Polly. blushing to the
tips Of her fingers. MS IL seemed. ac-
knowlcdged the compliments with
confused courtesy.
Betty poured the tea MS she chattcd
away and Polly was near by to sec
that Capt Ice as her mistress guest
wanted for nothing.
The table was spread with the DELI
cacies OF the season. which told Capt.
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The First American F,au.

1t has been impossible to decide with
certainty who designed the American
flag as first adopted by congress, but
the best recorded evidence gives part
of the credit of designing il and ali the
credit of making it to Mrs. John Ross,
an upholsterer, who resided on Arch
street. Philadelphia. Her descendants
assert that committee Of congress. nc
companied by Gen. Washington. who
was in Philadelphia in June. 1176, called
upon Mrs. Ross and engaged her to
make the flag from rough drawing.
This drawing was, at her suggestion.
redrawn by Gen. Washington with a
pencil. in her back parIor. and the flag
thus designed was adopted by congress.
Although the resolution establishing
the flag was not officially promulgated
by the secretary Of congress until Sep
TENDER 3, 17,7. IL seems well authen-
ticated that the regulation stars and
stripes was carried ut the battle of the
Brandywine. September II. 1777, and
thenceforward during the battles Of the
revolution.-Youth's Ccmpnnion.
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Lee that the young girls larder had no.
suffered much. ii any. through the war
AT last the young officer pushed aside
his plate and leaned back in his chair.
I'm sorry / cannot offer you dies.
sert as fine as you enjoy in the old-time
homes of New York" said the girl. apol-
ogeticaily. Truth to tell. Capt. Lee.
we must put up with just what we can
get in the country in war times and"
''of course. begging pardon. Miss
Betty" broke in the officer. ''lour
dessert. l am sure. will be delightful
as your dinner has been. and am dis
posed TO praise il beforehand
At this moment Miss Betty Logan
waved her hand to Polly. who stood at
the door leading into the kitchen.
sour guest is ready for the dessert.
Polly. You mag bring ii on"
A deeper crimson came to the maids
cheeks as she caught the subtle mean
ing of the words SO artly spoken by
Betty and in another moment she left
the room. closing the door behind her.
behold the dessert. Capt. Lee." cx-
claimed Betty. when the door opened a
moment afterward. and the British Of
ficer staggered from the chair as bis
gaze fell upon three men dressed in
cred him with pistol.
whats this. miss?" he cried. what
treachery is afoot under your roof?"
1T is simply the fortunes of war.
Capt. Lee. You are prisoner subject
to exchange for another prisoner of
equal rank. These gentlemen consti-
tute the only dessert i have to offer.
with profuse apologies"
At first Capt. Lee thought of resist
ance. but sober second thought came
TO the rescue and in little while he
was in the hands of the patriots.
"Your trick will fall short of its de-
sign. my little rebel" he exclaimed.
capt. James shall not be exchanged for
Capt. Lee. ] promise you that"
Betty made no reply and her late
guest was hustled from the premises
camp where he was turned over TO the
commander thereof.
Several weeks interviewed when one
evening a young soldier rode up to the
Logan home and sprang lightly TO the
ground.
He was met at the steps Of the trel
Used porch by young girl whose eyes
sparkled above flushed cheeks.
"They tell me that owe my exchange
10 You. Betty" he exclaimed. "Capt.
Lee was very obstreperous AT first. but
he gave in at last and here am"
II don't know whether Capt Lee will
ever forgive me. but didn't know Of
better way to celebrate the Fourth Of
July" was the reply. and the merry
laugh that followed told how happy was
the Fair Rebel of the Neutral Ground
TIC. HARBAUGH.