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went forth. showing that the hope
which had fingered so long in the
faithful old heart had died at last
A silence followed, broken only by
the sound of my pen as 1t travelled rap
idly over the paper. and, in spite of
my promise of the previous night, not
word Of protest or amendment es-
capped my lips. Was not doing the
best could for her? l was conscious
of little fiutter at my heart as my
hand traced the words, Mona Stan
hope Branscombe," and--for l was not
yet sufficiently practiced in my pro-
fession to be hardened to such ex-
periences-of an oppressive sense of
awe and solemnity overshadowing the
scene. 1t was indeed one of the most
solemn / have ever witnessed, before
or since
The first CLEANS of the summer dawn
came through the open window and
fell full upon the stately figure of the
dying Colonel, as he lay propped up
by pillows, on the large four-post bed
stead. The rosy light touched, with a
strange incongruous levity, the noble
features upon which was set the ma
jestic seal OF the King of Terrors. On
one side of the Colonel's bed stood
the grave physician. his finger on the
patients pulse; on the other a splenuld
deerhound nestled his head against the
masters cold hand. A group of anx-
ious domestics hung together at the
end of the long room, out of earshot,
and watched with silent but eager zeal
for the opportunity of rendering any
of the little last services to their be-
loved master.
The Colonel's voice broke the still
ness as I raised my head, at the con-
clusion of my task.
This, my last will and testament,
he said with emphasis, remains in
your charge, Mr.. err"
Fort" interpolated quietly.
"Mr. Fort" repeated the Colonel,
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22
aonu of earnestness-"there is mo- 9th

agony of earnestness-"there is no 9TH
er chance. Charlie is not $3.50 un-
worthy as Mr.. Rowton thinks-he is
not, indeed; and he has always be-
lieved that he would be my uncle's
heir. II could not take his place. 1t
would be wicked and base. l could
never hold up my head if such thing
were done"
1T would not be your doing" I sug-
gested gently. you would be blame
less. If Colonel Branscombe-"
IF he leaves the estate to me I
shall simply hand it over at once to
my cousin. You can tell my uncle So,
Mr.. Fort" she exclaimed vehemently;
then he will see how useless it would
be-"
Two or three suggestions occurred to
me, but l had not the heart to put
them before her. II her intentions
were announced to Colonel Branscombe
he might find another heir, less scru-
pulous and disinterested, or he might
so tie up the bequest to his niece as
to stay her too generous hand. With
the knowledge / had gained of Char
lie, the latter course would certainly
be my advice, If so unlikely chance
as being asked should occur.
'You will do your best?" entreated
Miss Branscombe.
"Yes. will do my best" l assented,
not without guilty consciousness of
a mental reservation which would
hardly have satisfied Miss Brans-
combe had she guessed at it. The
opening of the door behind me and the
rustling of silk put an end to the tete-
a-tete. There entered little old lady
with white hair, and the same shadow
of dread and anxiety which pervaded
the house lurked in her soft dark
eyes. "Mr. Fort-my cousin, Miss
Elmslie," said Miss Branscombe, doing
the honors with quiet dignity which
covered her previous agitation. And
at the same moment dinner was an
nounced.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22
CHAPTER III.

my estates of Forest Lea and
Branscombe, moneys in funds, mort
cages, ETC., all and absolutely, with
the exception Of the general legacies
aforementioned, in trust for my niece.
Mona Stanhope Branscombe, spinster,
and her lawful heirs in perpetuity for
ever, for her sole and separate use,
and independent of the control of any
husband she may hereafter take, and
on the condition that such husband
shall not be Charles Umphelby Brans-
combe."
These were the words dictated to
me in firm but faint voice by the dy-
ing Colonel as sat by the bedside to
which / was hastily summoned early
in the morning succeeding my arrival.
"All and absolutely" There was no
compromise in the words. no falter In
the sick mans tone, only perhaps q
sterner set OF the pale lips as the fat
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22
CHAPTER II.-(continued.)

CHAPTER II.-fContinued.)
you are Mr.. Rowton's-er-broth
err" she asked. without replying to my
remark.
No." / answered; II am his junior
partner"
HE is Ill, I believer"
He has been i'll, but is recovering
He was not able to come today"
added, with shade of pique in my
mind. Was she regretting that l had
taken the place of Rowton, who was
probably well known to her.
Il am sorry-for his Illness" she
said, "but glad that he-that-that--'
stammering and sitting down sudden
ly-I think because she was trembling
too much to stand. MIR"
Fort" / suggested quietly.
zMr. Fort-I beg your pardon" she
said, hurriedly; "but-the time is so
short-l-am so anxious to say some
thing to you. / hardly know how
with increasing nervousness-"bu !
must say 1t. P'-raising her eyes once
more to mine-"I think / may speak
to you. You will not think il strange
1 shall be only too glad to be Of use
to you," ! responded, with hardly-re-
pressed eagerness.
Mr.. Rowton," she said more calmly
is prejudiced. You-oh, / must say it
plainly-have been sent for to make
my dear uncle's will; we all know tit
is no secret. Mr.. Fort, want to tell
you that Tiff he should wish to put
me"-a sweet faint flush dawned over
her pale cheeks-'in the place which
should be my cousin's-Mr. Charles
Branscombe's-I could never consent
to wrong him-never! 1t seems dread
full to talk about it, l know, but there
is no other way. Will you say what
you can for Charlie-Mr. Branscombe
and persuade my uncle not to do him
this injustice? / know that lawyers
can suggest a great deal at such times
and you see"-wringing her hands in
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22
SKILL IN EMBROIDERY
Was an Accomplishment and Pastime of
Early English Queens.

Early English Queens.
New York Tribune As far back as
the time of King Athelstan's reign in
England the art of embroidery had
reached a high standard throughout
continental Europe The four sisters
of the Briton ruler were famous for
their needlework, and for another
quality they possessed-namely, that
OF attracting a remarkable number OF
suitors, who were drawn, 1t is assert
ed, by the charms that this feminine
accomplishment gave to the fair work.
ers. The wife of Edward the Confess
sor had an absorbing love for the art,
in which she excelled many noted
women of her time. In those days the
Anglo-Saxon mobiles were known
abroad by their gorgeous costumes.
woven of silks and woods and embroid-
cred heavily, and this work took the
place in continental esteem that is to-
day occupied by the Eastern embroid-
cries brought into England. The Eng
lish embroideries were so much priced
that the popes and other potentates
were proud to accept gifts OF garments
made by the needlewomen OF England.
Throughout Europe the finest speci-
mems were done in the epoch bound
cd by the eleventh and fourteenth cen
turtles. At the South Kensington Mu-
seum, in London, specimen OF the
finest work of that time is exhibited.
1t was done by Englishwomen some
time about the year OF 1850. The sub
ject is Scriptural. as were many OF
the most noted pieces of the age.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22
from hrs. Sumter
TO mrs. D1nAhau.
TLErrER TO MRS. prHKuAM no. z6.a4l

LETTER TO MRS. PrEEnAM no. 76,a44l
zone year ago last June three doc
tors gave me up to die, and e. had at
different times used your Vegetable
Compound with good results, had too
much faith in IL to die until had tried
1t again. / was apparently an invalid,
was confined to my bed for ten weeks.
Il believe my trouble was liberation of
wombl.
After taking four bottles of the
Compound and using some of the Liver
Pills and Saantive Wash, at the end of
two months l had greatly improved
and weighed 1916 pounds, when never
before weighed over 13s. Lydia T..
Pinkham's Vegetable Compound is the
best medicine | ever used, and recon-
mend 1t to all my friends. "-MRs. ANNA
EVA GUNrER, HIGGINsvILLE, do.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

In Omaha they cant say those words
without adding "at Hayden Bros"
This big store has made that motto
household word there, and their free
catalogues have carried it to nearly
every state In the union. Every freight
train out OF Omaha carries big ship
ments from then to hundreds of Gus /.
toners. They sell In any quantity,
great or small. Their customers get
the benefit of largest spot cash buying
and greatest assortments. Hayden
Bros. are feeling elated over this sea-
sons mail order business and are look
ing forward to visits from thousands
of their customers during the Greater
America Exposition.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

< Excited Passenger-Blowed II that
isn't Spanish man-ofwar right OYER
.yonder! Look at 'er, Captain. look at
'er!
The Captain-Well. the wars over;
can't you let 'er be? Amt no use to
yell hathaway and frighten the poor
Dagos into commissions an make 'em
sink their doggon craft, is there?
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

A leader is put forward to attract
ones attention: it is not to make
money with. except indirectly, as it
may bring those who otherwise would
not come. We have bought very
large order of fine navy blue serge
that we guarantee to be strictly fast
color, We have made 1t up into enough
suits to supply our fourteen retail
stores, a regular $12 or $15 suit, and
we have decided to put this splendid
value before the public for So a suit,
any size.
BROWNING, KING & CO,
Omaha, Neb.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22
At the Musicale.

The glorified hand organ was pain
fully grinding out composition by
one Of the old masters.
DO you call that music?" asked the
fair young listener. II have a sewing
machine at home could give better
concert with than that"
What kind of sewing machine?"
inquired the matter-of-fact man sitting
next to her,
Well, it's hummer!" she rejoined.
And he listened to the music and
didn't say anything more. -Chicago
Tribune.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

For the Y. p. S. G. Il. Convention
July 9Th to 10th all lines will sell
tickets on July 3rd, 4th and 9Th via tho
Wabash the short line from Chi
cago or st. Louis to Detroit. Side
trips to Niagara Falls, Toronto, Mon
treal, Mackinac and many other points
at a very low rate via Lake or Rail
have been arranged. Parties cOntem-
plating a trip east should call on or
write for rates and folders giving list
of side trips, etc, also beautiful souVe-
mir entitled Lake and Sea"
G. N. CLAYTON,
Room 302 Karbarh Blk,
Omaha. Neb
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

c. A. Dewey, a Kenosha (Wis.)
hardware merchant, recently ordered
a ladder from a Chicago house, and
after waiting a reasonable length of
time he wrote to inquire why he had
not received it. He was informed that
the ladder had been shipped by mis-
take to Admiral Dewey, at Manila. A
tracer was sent after it and it was
overtaken at is was about to be placed
on board a steamer at San Francisco.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

The interesting fact is revealed that
our paper money doesn't serve in the
Philippines. 1t is "demonetized'
there, not by business conditions, but
by the native ants. that eat it up.
Against such opposition the effort
which has been made to introduce our
currency in the way of paying the SOL
diers must perforce be abandoned.
Nothing but gold and silver coin can
be sent there.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

ExPostmaster General John Wanna
maker is 2 sick man. He has been
confined to his bed for two weeks with
carbuncles on the neck.He can scarce
ly move, and while the physicians do
not expect fatal results, they say that
the condition of the patient is such as
to cause much worry to his family.
Even with the most favorable outcome
Mr.. Wannamaker will not be able to
attend to business for four or five
weeks
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22
CHAPTER Nv

But how could tell Miss Brans-
combe that things were going exactly
contrary to her wishes. and that. too,
without the faintest effort on my part
to stay their course? How could let
her know that If only FIVE minutes
more Of strength and power were Civ
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

Hicks-lts all right indulging In a
little hyperbole when you are making
love to woman; but there's such a
thing as OVERRIDING 1t.
Wicks-As for example?
Hicks-Why. Dubbleupp. He has
been married three times, and he told
Miss kwarry the other evening that
she was the first woman he ever loved.
Boston Transcript.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22
A Desire to Get Even.

DcsIre 10 Get Even.
Yes, we were mighty glad to get
home"
What was your hurry?"
I'VE want visit from those people
who thought they were entertaining
us. If we don't use them up root
and branch inside of couple OF weeks
you may call us Indians. "-Cleyeland
Plain Dealer.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

The Comedian-The soubrette seems
unusually happy tonight. What is the
matter?
The Villain-She has just received a
telegram saying that her grandson has
made a hit in Chicago as rip Van
Winkle."-Harper's Bazaar.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22
They Never speak Now.

Mrs. Naberly-Can you give me q
good receipt for sponge cake?
Mrs. Smith-No; but will give you
receipt for that pound OF tea you
borrowed a month ago II you win bring
1t back.--New York Journal.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

Client-This bill of yours Ia ex-
orbitant. There are several items in
1t that | don't understand at all.
Lawer-I am perfectly willing to ex-
plain it. but the explanation will cost
you $10.--New York Journal.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22
A Woman.s Revenge.

why do you stuff your shopping bag
with waste paper?"
II want to get even with that high
way robber il he ever tries his snatch
ing trick again. Cleveland Plain
Dealer.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22
A Dead Shot.

Amateur Sportsman-Wha did |
bring down, Pat?
Pat-Yer dog, sur; blew his head
all off.
Amateur Sportsman - Where's the
bird?
Pat-Picking at the dog, sur.-Har-
lem Life.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

"DEAR Mrs. PINKuAsI--I had been
sick ever since my marriage, seven
years ago; have given birth to four
children, and had two miscarrlages. r
had falling of womb, leucorrhea, pains
in back and legs; dyspepsia and q
nervous trembling of the stomach.
Now have none of these troubles and
can enjoy my life. Your medicine has
worked wonders for me. Minis. S.
BARNHART. New CASTLE. PA.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22
Sir Henry Irving.

Most of my biographies" says Sir
Henry Irving. prefer 70 say that was
born in Glastonbury, but l wasn't.
Keinton was the place."
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

is relieved Of much of its drudgery by tho
use of "Faultless Starch" Once tried,
always used Get package from your
grocer, l0c. Book OF Wit and Humor free
with every package.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

The bath in summer is not only q luxury but
necessity for health and beauty To take it
Ivory soap, rub the flesh until it CLOVIS rinse in
cool water and dry on soft towel. daily
bath thus taken will keep the system in good
condition during the warm weather
ELIZA r. PARKER.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22
Trouble Brewing.

Insurance Agent Madam, really you
should have your life insured.
Mrs. McGinnity-Sure, tbs me ould
man yez want to see. Whin he gifts
home tonight twill be two days he's
been away dhrinkin'-'tis him that
nades II, sur!
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

When women speak of Inmate re-
finement," they mean that it comes
natural to some people to Put the third
fork and fifth spoon to their correct
uses.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

The Western Mercantile Co. of Omaha
are selling the best sisal or standard twine
&c, manila 9s4c, delivered at Omaha. Sat
isfaction guaranteed or money refunded.
Send in Your orders before it is too late.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

Every woman overestimates the
value of reputation for being love
ly character.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

Prudence is feather plucked froI
the wing of some past folly.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

The land craES of Cuba run with
great speed even outstripping horse.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

Mrs. WinsIow's Soothing Syrup.
For children teethng, softsns the gums reduces ir-
Examination aays pain, cures wind collie. 25c bottle
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

Cut Rates on All RaiIways-P. III. Philbin
Ticket Broker, 1906 Farnam, Omaha.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22
Goes Cough BaIsa m

The largest price ever paid for lace
was ten times its weight in gold.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

II the oldeet and hest Itwill break up cold quicker
than anything else IL isalways reliable. Try II,
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

Shake into your shoes, Aliens Foot
Ease, a powder for the feet II makes
tight or New Shoes feel t.4sy. Cures
Corns, Bunions, SwollGa, Hot and
Sweating Feet. At all Druggists and
Shoe Stores, 25c. Sample sent FREE.
Address Allen 5, OlmsteG. Leroy. n. Y.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22
For Easy Ironing

use Faultless Starch" No sticking, Bills
tering or breaking. 1t leaves beautiful
finish and does not injure the most delicate
fabrics. All grocers sell it, 10c package.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22
He Couldn't and She Cou,a.

He Couldn't and She Could.
Mrs. Jollyboy-Where on earth have
you been.
Mr.. il can't tell lie--Ive been
at m ofIish.
Mrs. J.-Thats where we differ. l
can tell lie-when hear one.-Stray
Stories.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22
Halls Catnrrh Cure
Is constitutional cure. Price. Zoe.
Excursion 10 Detroit Win tn. Wabash

No man who is an enemy of God is
q friend of society.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22
The summer Bath for Health.

No man who has never been tempted
Is sure of his honesty,
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22
OUR BUDGET OF FUN.
SOME GOOD JOKES. ORIGINAL
AND SELECTED.

A Variety of Jokes. Gibes and Ironies,
Original and Selected --Flotsam and
Jetsam from the Tide OF Humor--.
witty Sayings.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22

The cheese-mite is more tenacious
of life than any other insect.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22
Cheerful DIsposition.

My boy Johnny has such a cheerful
disposition"
'Yes?"
"Oh, yes. When / make him wash
his neck, instead of grumbing. he just
says he is glad he Is not a giraffe. -
Indianapolis Journal.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22
Washing Day

The Sandwich islanders estimate th1
beauty Of women by their weight.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-06-22
ODD BITS

(To be continued
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1899-10-14
CHICAGO OUT OF COAL.
Famine Is the Worst Exper-
fenced In 20 Years.

Chicago, Oct. 14.-With not a pound
of bituminOus coal in stock on any of
the roads or in the docks of Chicago
the coal merchants say they are facing
the worst situation they have exper-
fenced in twenty years. This state of
affairs is said to be due to the scarcity
of cars. coal miners strikes and the
appropriation by the railroads to their
own use of any consignment of coal
that happens to be in transit when they
want it. Coal merchants with a trade
that demands 500 and 600 cars a day
have to content themselves with so and
so cars and under these conditions their
surplus supply has become exhausted.
The Northwest is worse off than Chi
cagO, as owing to the increase in traffic
rates on lake vessels, little coal has
been conveyed to Wisconsin points and
the interior towns have to depend upon
the rail transportation for fuel. The
same conditions prevail throughout
central Illinois and Iowa, while any re-
lief appears to be very remote.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1899-10-14
THIS MUST NOT BE.
Twentieth Kansas Would Reach
Topeka Election Day.

An effort viii be made to have the
date Of the arrival in Topeka of the
Twentieth Kansas changed, because as
the arrangement has now been compile
ted, the fighters will come on election
day, which would keep thousands Of
people away from the reception.
Down in my county" said Associate
Justice Smith OF the supreme court to-
day we all run for Office on election
day and we can't get away from home.
If the troops come home on election
day six or seven thousand people from
Kansas City Will not be able to attend
the reception"
The state officers who are anxious to
go home to vote on election day also
want the date of the arrival changed
and Governor Stanley would have this
morning been asked to have Gen. Shat
ter make the change but the governor
started home last night Just what will
be done it is impossible to say but the
Twentieth will not be brought to To
peka on election day if it is possible to
change the date II is a conflict of
dates which has probably not been
thought of by the authorities at San
FRANCISCO in charge of the Twentieth
and it is believed an easy task will be
found in the effort to change the date
at least one day earlier or later.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1899-10-14
HELP TIE CAUSE
Trades Assembly and Butchers and
Grocers Give $412

The Grocers and Butchers held a bus
mess meeting last evening at the Com
mercial club rooms, and short reports
were received from the various COM
mittees appointed for the different de-
partments of the banquet, to be given
to the Twentieth Kansas All the COM
mittees reported progress, and every
thing is moving along in tip top shape
The question of furnishing the pies
and cakes brought out considerable dis
cussiOn, and it was finally decided TO
empower the secretary, VIM Drans1eld,
to purchase 1000 or more wooden pie
plates, which would be distributed
around to the different grocery stores
and meat markets, and the ladies who
desire to bake pie or cake for the
banquet can call and get a plate.
Each grocer and butcher viii be re
spOnsible for the number of plates
which he takes and will be expected to
collect them and return them to the
committee in charge OF the pastry. with
a pie or a cake on each plate.
The important business of the meet
ing was the turning over to the general
reception committee of about S412,
which is now in the bank, and which
will be used for the reception of the
regiment This money has been the
bone OF contention for the past two
weeks between the GrOcers' and Butch
ers' association and the Trades and
Labor Assembly, and there was quite
a lively tilt between the two societies
last evening. but oil was poured on the
troubled waters and everything was
amicably settled and peace and har-
mOny once more reigned.