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Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1900-01-04

Margaret smiled .rn tell you whsS
we will do" she said to me. "SincN
you command the party, the corporal
can conform to your stories, and I'll
keep silent"
"Done," said I.
And now that we had gained all wc
had hoped for, and had before us the
peril Of carrying back the news. we
made discovery that filed us with
dismay. Private Mellodew was miss
ing. During the day he had seen the
rear-guard of the army that had passed,
and asked what it meant. When we
that might mean increduGty or might
mean a determinations to be incredulous,.
but we cared nothing whether he be-
lieved or doubted. What he had gone
for none of us, could possibly imagine.
We did not suspect that under the ap-
parently simple, cowardly nature there
lurked malevolence that might be ex-
pected only under stronger exterior.
In our position we were vulnerable
even from crawling snake.
However, we wasted no time to see
if Enoch would return; when we were
ready Punk brought the horses, and
mounting as the sun was setting we
descended the hillside we had come
up few days before. We were for
tunate in finding ford at the river,
and in getting across the railroad with
cut Interruption; it was later on, when
we were not looking for trouble, that
we received our first scare. Coming
to a ridge, we were panic-strickcn to
see each of the roads leading into
Georgetown filled with confederate cav
airy
! We halted behind clump Of trees for
parley. Punk and I were for hiding
in the woods sill they had gone by;
Margaret was for breaking up the party
and proceeding separately. We did not
have time to arrive at conclusion, for
suddenly body of perhaps 80 horsemen
entered the road we were on, at a gal
lop, from a by-road short distance
in advance. Each recognized that it
was too late to do anything but go for
pulse. Happening to glance at Mar
garet, I saw her turn pale. Her eyes
were fixed on a young officer who rode
in front of the coming men. He came
on, evidently in hurry to get over the
ground, and when he met us did not
slacken speed. I was congratulating
myself that he was intending to pass us
without a word, when he suddenly
pulled in his horse.
"Why, Margaret Beach,"
He turned to the side of the road
near us, while his'men passed on, halt
ing few rods beyond. He was trifle
older than I, with long black hair, over
which dropped a sombrcro, black eyes
and as frank and manly a face as ever
l looked into. After exchanging few
commonplace remarks with Margaret
who behaved with surprising GOODNESS
he looked inquiringly at me.
"On your way home?" he asked Mar
garet, in tone evidently intended tc
lead the way to some information about
the company she was in.
eyes, 1 am anxious to get back te
mamma"
II am glad you are protected on the
way. It's rather bad road for WON
an to be travelling just now"
I have always believed the young mar
suspected there was something wrong
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1900-01-04

but was more gallant to Margaret than
true to his duty. He babe her good-by,
and as he raised his hat with the words:
''Aly kind regards to your good mother
his eyes met mine and seemed to say:
II decline to investigate you, my dear
sir, for her sale;" though this may
have been supplied by my own guilty
conscience. In a moment he was at the
head of his men, riding rapidly down
the road.
lieutenant" said PUNK, as soon as
we were out of hearing, tive wasn't pre-
pared for that meetin'. It's my opinion
that lynn is our only weapon, and that
I'm the only one Of the party blessed
with an inventive genius and a hard
ened conscience calculated to take US
through what's ahead"
"You are right, corporal. You may
do the talking, and may you be in
spired to lie with such ingenuity and
fervor as to confound all inquiring
rebels and pilot us to a haven of rest"
The road for some miles was fanked
by woods. Scarcely person was on it;
indeed, we went so far without meet
ing anyone that when beiated coun-
trynan suddenly 1oomed up before us,
with bag of meal thrown across his
saddle-bow, our hearts leaped into ou1
threats. We passed him with a
''howdy," and had the way clear for
some time. Coming to a rise in the
ground, we were enabled by the camp
fires to determine the forces about us.
To the west, along the route we must
take, the lights were few and scattered.
but the country was uneven, and there
was certain faring nebulous light on
the clouds which did not like. I
feared q force beyond the hills. But
we could neither stop where we were
nor go around the light. We must go
straight ahead. We passed down to
lower ground, then over the crest OF
the hill. There again, directly before
us, was the faring light.
"Plunk," I said, "there are troops
over there; that light looks ominous."
ga single campfire would do that"
replied the corporal, reassuringly.
We did not dare pass through
Georgetown; it was too early in the
evening; the citizens would doubtless
be excited by the passage Of troops
during the day, and would not be in
clined to sleep; therefore, turning tc
the left just before coming to the t, wn,
we passed south of it around the base
of hill, striking the road again mile
beyond.
We had reached the bottom OF do.
preston between two bills, and wers
beginning the ascent of the farthes
one, when we were suddenly brought,
to stand-still by q 'aa!t, tharl'-
ITO N SoIsxINUEp.0
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1900-01-04
KILL.
TIE REAL SENTRY.

We set about making our prepare
tons for the day without word con-
corning the generals visit. Alter
breakfast Margaret and went out OF
the cave into the sunlight and stood
looking down the valley.
'sHow long before our watching Will
prove effective or useless?" asked Mar
garet.
eff what we expect does not occur
soon, fear it will not occur at all"
'sAnd must return to my fate
did not reply, but looked gloomily
out upon the valley. Turning my eyes
to the south, my attention was attract
ed by what appeared to be small white
dot
.sWhat's that?' asked.
"a wagon, an army wagon. I've seen
so many of them that would know one
anywhere"
'And there's another" exclaimed,
as a second emerged from behind hill.
Its wagon train"
Slowly wagon after wagon came into
view, till whole train could be seen
like white-linked worm crawling up
the valley.
81 don't see what that's for NUT
tered; "they have the railroad for any
transportation they may need
cit looks as if they were going to use
both wagons and railroad" said Mar
garet.
"You have quite head for guessing
things" 1 remarked, surprised at her
foresight. This was the first evidence
I had encountered of Margarct's think
ing ability; I was to have plenty of it
soon after.
During the day we noticed stray
squadrons of rebel cavalry passing
northward. A small drove of cattle
made its appearance in the south,
logged along over the road, and passed
out of sight. Another wagon train APP
peared, toiled slowly past, and disap-
peared. Then a larger body of cavalry
went by, perhaps 500 men. watched
expectantly for bigger game, but was
disappointed. Nothing more of impor-
lance appeared, and gave up my ex-
pectation of some momentous occur
renee.
When we began our watch fer the
night, Margaret insisted on taking part.
Nonsense" 1 said.
81 mean it."
sDo you suppose two able-bodied
men would permit weak woman to di-
vide q watch with them?" And 1
stalked away without deigning another
word.
PUNK, as before, had the first watch.
At12 o'clock wasawakened and WALKED
to the edge of the declivity to begin Fly
vigil. The weather was splendid, and I
was RECALLED with another view lighted
by the moon. made up my mind to
pace beat like sentinel, that 1 might
be sure to keep awaks. chose two
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1900-01-04
Meat and Grain for Hens.

When meat is given it is not necessary
to allow much grain. For instance, if
meat is fed at noon it will only be neces-
sary to scatter few handfuls of oats
in each pen to keep the inmates at
work. When a hen becomes too fat
she will lay soft-shelled eggs. When
plenty of meat is to be had as one of the
cheapest articles of food greater guam
tity of oats may be given. Wheat is
the best all-round food, and with the
waste of the farm, in conjunction with
meat and the hot morning meal, and
exercise, will bring an abundance Of
eggs.-Farm and Fireside.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1900-01-04
Cutarrh CANNOT BE cured

reach the seat of the disease. Catarrh is a
blood or constitutional disease, and i'll order
to cure it you must take internal remedies:
Halls Catarrh Cure is taken internally, and
acts directly on the blood and mucous sur
faces. Halls Catarrh Cure is not quack
medicine. 1t was prescribed by one OF the
best physicians in this country for years,
posed of the best tones known combined
with the best blood purifiers acting direct
ly on the mucous surfaces. The perfect
combination of the two ingredients is what
produces such wonderful results in curing
Catarrh. Send for testimonials, free.
u. CHENEY & CO., Props, Toledo, o.
Sold by all druggists. price, 75c.
Halls Family Pills are the best.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1900-01-04
Not Goallxickcrs.

/ never heard but one Porto Rican man
ON the hotel veranda at Ponce one day when
a merchant came down the street to see me.
There was a vicious bull tearing about the
street, and the animal got after the mer-
chant and run him block and gave him a
toss which landed him on the veranda, al
most at my feet Of course went to his
assistance, thinking, him seriously hurt, but
without bruise I began to congratulate
him over his escape, but he interrupted me
with
"Senor, I like it not. The bull should
have rolled me into the ditch, instead of toss
ing me up here. Never before was tossed
upon this veranda, and can't make it out. I"
washington Post.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1900-01-04
Retaining Muck Lind.

The reclamation of muck land has
been the subject of study among agri-
culturists, as they recognize the pro-
duc.iyeness of such soils where it is
possible to bring them into state of
cultivation. As muck soil settles great
ly in drying out, undertakings by
means of tiles should not be attempted,
as the tiles have tendency to rise to
the surface, and consequently fail to
operate. The preliminary work of
drainage should be done with open
bitches at frequent distances. Then
When the soil has become moderately
well drained the tiles should be placed.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1900-01-04
TO FATTEN QUICKLY.
How Fowls Can Re Prepared for Mar
ket In q Comparatively short
Space of Time.

Feed; three times q day. A warm
breakfast of boiled potatoes, pumpkins
or squash, crushed when hot and thick
ened with corn meal. This is seasoned
with. salt and pepper. A noon feed of
the same on alternate days. The other
days they receive the same as at night,
whole. bright corn. Nothing musty,
soured or solid is allowed in the feed
pans. For few fowls simple portable
coop may be used, as in the illustration.
The sides may be either of laths, rods
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1900-01-04
Winter Excursions.

The very best service, first and second
class, to California, Arizona, Texas and Mex
leo is afforded by the Southern Pacific Com
Palace Sleepers and Tourist Seepers from
all principal Eastern points.
Personally Conducted Weekly Tourist Elk.
cursions via various routes from st. Paul
and Minneapolis every Tuesday, Wednes-
day, Thursday and Friday.
For detailed information concerning the
excursions, rates of fare, sleeping car ac
commodations and tickets, call upon Local
Gent Western Agent, Southern Pacific Co.,
23S Clark st., Chicago.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1900-01-04
Xu.-CoSr1NUEp.

The words were cut short by the
tread of a horses hoofs on dead leaves,
and in another moment Margaret, her
cheeks flushed with exercise, rode into
the camp.
'Why, general" she exclaimed, turn
ing pale.
The general stood looking at her
coldly without speaking.
'I-we did not expect" she fall
tered.
Evidently not.
II got up early and rode to the house
of some friends of mine-a union fam
ily."
"Probably with some such purpose
as that with which you visited the con-
federates on recent occasion"
"For several purposes. First, to ar
range for a refuge in case of necessity"
"And to tell the news?"
The color came and went, but she
proceeded:
.To borrow some articles of clothing,
for the weather is colder than when l
left home, and to beg little fresh meat
for breakfast" She held up dressed
chicken.
The general repressed an expression
of impatient incredulity.
General exclaimed Margaret,
driven to desperation by his manner
II made compact with you to guide
your men here. I knew you did not
trust me, but I did not suppose you
would follow me here
II follow you here?" the general re-
torted, slight color tinging his cheek
81 am soldier, doing q soldiers duty
The success or defeat of an army de-
ponds on my watchfulncss. and ! will
never sleep till my work is accom-
plished."
"And am worn out with your perse
cution," cried Margaret, dcspairingly
EITHER leave me to do the work
agreed to do, or take me home and xii
me-"
There was shot in the valley be-
low, and more in quick, succession. The
general sprang for his horse, which was
nipping the grass near by, and Meilo
dew united the hitching strap from
tree. holding the rein while the genera
mounted.
General" I called, "where do yor
go?"
"To join my escort below"
"Where then?"
ITO the plantation, as fast as m.
horse will carry me-
''Can you get through"
IT must get through"
Ec was about to spur away, whe1
Mellodew called to him and said some
thing to him which we could not hear
He looked back at Margaret and M
with peculiar expression, then, hear
ing more firing below, rode away.
margaret" said, chat tallow-face'
lcellodew will be our ruin. He has sait
something to poison the genera
against us"
Turning towards the valley, we say
three different bodies of confetlerat
cavalry approaching the point wher
we had heard the firing. We wntche'
and listened, but, beyond an occasional
single, shot, heard nothing more. an
the foliage was too thick Tor us to Sc
what was going on. Half an hour after
wards, casting my eyes to the opposit
hill, saw the general and few OF nj
escort on the crest. He waved his ha
to us, then, turning, followed by nj
men, disappeared.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1900-01-04
The rypewrte-. r.ve..,o..

A Statistician has proved that the inven-
zion of the typewriter has given employment
to 100000 people, but he fails to state how
many cases Of weak stomachs and dyspepsia
it has induced. All people Of sedentary oc-
cupation need Hostetter's Stomach Bitters.
Il helps nature to bear the strain which en-
sues from confinement and it is wonderful
medicine. No one realizes this. more keen
ly than the man or woman who has been
cured Of stomach trouble by its use.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1900-01-04
The ruling Passion with Him.

"Elvira is upstairs getting ready" said
the little brother to the stout caller. "I'll
60 and tell her to hurry up"
"Thank you," said the stout caller. "Tell
her to hurry up or to hurry down, just as
you think best. Anything to reduce my
wait. "-Someryille Journal.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1900-01-04

Mr.. Suell-"What are you crying for, Fl.
sie?" His Little Daughter! I've just read
that the diamond mines may be exhausted
in seven years, and it's eight before my COM
ing out !''-Jewelers' Weekly.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1900-01-04
Care Of the Hands In Winter.

To keep the hands in good condition in cold
weather care must be given them. Gloves
should be worn when engaged in house work
or going out in the open air. They should be
washed in tepid water with Ivory soap, and
carefully dried on soft towel. Too fire.
quent washing, or extremes Of heat or cold
should be avoided.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1900-01-04

Selfishness is the only thing that stands
between some people and happiness-Chi-
cago Daily News.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1900-01-04
The Great Test.

"Is Willoughby Winks a companonable
fellow"
ooh, yes; he makes himself agreeable even
when he plays whist. detroit Free Press.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1900-01-04

Piso's Cure for Consumption relieves the
most obstinate coughs.--Rev. D. Buch.
mueller. Lexington, Mo-, Feb. "a, '94.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1900-01-04

PUTNAM FADELESS DYES do not
spot, streak or give your goods an unevenly
dyed appearance. Sold by all druggists.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1900-01-04

Feeling i'll again? Blow me tight, you
must like it. Why, / believe if you was to
feel quite well and 'ad nothin' to grumble at
you'd die."-Ally Sloper.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1900-01-04
ELIZA R. PARKER.

"See how that human skeleton is cracked
eyes. That mans dead broke. "-Philadel'
phia Bulletin.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1900-01-04

Don't count your poultry until they get big
enough to get away from the cat.-Chi-
cago Daily News.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1900-01-04

To Cure q Cold In One Day
Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All
druggists refund money If lit fails to cure. &c.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1900-01-19
WAR IN TBF EAST INEVITABLE
CONFLICT SURE TO COME BE-
TWEEN RUSSIA AND JAPAN.
Both Countries Are Strengthening
Their Navies In Anticipation Of
An Early Outbreak.

Chicago, Jan. 1s.-~War between Rus
STA and Japan is looked for as Inevitable
by the naval officers of those countries
who have been nearest the probable scene
OF future operations said Lieutenant
ROmanOm Of the Imperial Russian navy.
who arrived in Chicago today. Gne lieu
tenant has Just cOmplsted a three years
cruise in Asiatic waters on a Russian bat
tlaSnip. the SissOi Neiiky, and Is on his
way TO ST. Petersburg. lie continued:
Jut how soon such war may begin
II is difficult 10 say. but events little snort
OF miraculous must occur 10 avert II
The Japanese are building W9rships IS
rapidly az possible, in anticipation Of
the outbreak Of hoStiiities. and Russia
Is strengthening her navy as fast as she
can.
That Russia must have a navaI base
between Port Arthur and Vladiv0stOck IS
conceded and that she viii try TO get 1t
In Corea IS certain. In the event Of such
g war IT is considered probabie in Rus
sian naval circles that Russia viii have
the aid OF Germany and that England
VIII take the other side. An Europea q
war VIII follow tho outbreak of hostii-
tiles between Russia and Japan
The movement OF Russian troops To-
ward Afshanistan and British India D0r-
ders. the mobilization Of traus-Caspian
troops al Baku ana Herat, and other mill
ltary maneuverings on tho part OF Russia
are taken by official Russia 10 mean the
beginning OF a movement 10 eliminate
English influence in territory heretofore
held Is her, beginning by kaoul. 1t IS
certain that England viii have 10 night
10 retain her territory in the east.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1900-01-19
STATUE OF DANIEL WEBSTER
UNWILLING CEREMONIES AT
WASHINGTON YESTERDAY.
President Mckinley and Cabinet and
Other Government officials Were
Present.

Washington, Jan. 1S.-A distinguished
gathering Of public officials, including
President Mckinley ard his entirs cabi-
net, representatives of the senate and
house OF representatives, the judiciary Of
The United States supreme court and
other branches Of public life participated
today in the exercises attending the I'M
yelling of the colossal bronze statue Of
Daniel Webster. executed By the Italian
sculptor TreutanOve. and presented to the
United States by Air. StilsOn Hutchins of
TINS city. The statue occupies a position
on Scott circle. but prior to the actual
unwilling the ceremonies of presentation
and acceptance were held at the Lafay-
cite opera house. The president occupied
a seat on the stage, and back Of him sat
Secretaries Hay. Gage. Root Long.
Hitchcock Postmaster General Emory
Smith. Attorney General Griggs. Secre-
tary Wilson and Private Secretary Por-
Others on the stage were Governor
Crane of Massachusetts accompanied by
MS adJutant general and aides; Chief JUS
tice Fuller, JustiCes Harlan. White and
Gray. Senators How. Lodge. Chandler
Allison. Bacon, Fairbanks. Proctor and
ITllman. REPRESENTATIVES Lowering Cqll-
sins. Clarke and others identified with the
exercises and with the states which share
the hcnOrs clustering about the iliustrious
Webster. Major General Miles and other
reDreSentaIiV Of the army of the navy
and of the diplomatic corps added to an
aSSsmblage of unusual distinction The
Marine band occupied the orchestra.
AS the president and cabinet came upon
the stage the entire audience rose while
the band played Hail TO the Chief
After an eloquent prayer by the blind
chaplain of the senate, the Rev Mr. Mil
burn, Senator Chandler on behalf of the
two branches of congress, read Mr.
Hutchins' presentation letter and added a
brief but glowing tribute to the states
mauship. the oratory and the patriotism
of Webster.
Secretary Long then accepted the statue
in behalf of the United States
The drawing Of the wells was performed
by jerome Bona parte. a gFeat-grandson
of Webster. assisted by Mrs Hutchins
and Miss Katherine Deering.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1900-01-19
WRITE FINANCIAL PLANK.
Monetary League to Meet With the
Big Silver Conventions.

Denver. Jan. 1S.--The executive commit
tee Of the Monetary league has decided
to hold national donvention at the same
time and in the same city as the Demo-
cratic, silver Republican and Populist
national conventions. The object Of the
league is to write the financial plank of
the Democratic natiOual platform.
The following national executive com
mittee Of the league is announced M
Judge A. W. Rucker: Judge Noses Hat
lett, Governor c. s. Thomas Justice L.
NJ. GiddaTd. Mr.. T. NJ Patterson. JudEe
@. ]. Thomson. Senator oscar Reuter-.
Thomas TOnge. George G. Merrick Mayor
r. V Johnson. J. y, Stevens all of Dem
yer; Governor W. A. POynteT of Nebrss s.
ka- Governor Hogg of Texas. W G Hail
Of Sail Lake Frank 2. brennan OF Illi-
nois. John c. Stal,cup of Tacoma and
A. ". Rucker- The officers are: Judge
Rucker. president: Z. V Johnson. treas
urer and J. n Stephens. secretary.
President Rucker is in CORRESPONDENCE
with friends Of the cause In this country
and England and he believes from the LEI
tsrs arriving from England that the Boar
war will be the solution of the silver
question. He believes that on account Of
scarcity Of circulating medium. Great
Britain will be obliged by the overwhe.-
ming sentiment Of public opinion 10 re-
open the minis Of India to the free coin
age OF silver.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1900-01-19
FAITH LANDS HER IN JAIL
AND SHE RELIES ON FAITH 70
TAKE HER OUT.
Christian Scientist Under Arrest In
Iowa Charged With Numbering
Her Child.

Council Bluffs. Ia. Jan. 1s.--Ars. P E
Yates Of Tabor, Ia. against whom the
grand jury has returned an Indictment
for maIls,aUghter, in connection with the
death Of her daughter Ethel in this city
on Jan 3 was arrested al her home today
and is now in Jail here, awaiting the per-
fecting Of her bond in the sum of s go.
The girl died OF appendicitis, after the
physician atteWfing her had been dis
missed and she had been for several days
under the care Of a divine healer.
Mrs Yates was accompanied hicher by
her husband and a party Of friends and
viii pass the night in jail. During the
afternoon. when IL appeared impossible TO
secure signers to the bond, the party
knelt on the Jail floor and prayed for
help. after which Mr. Yates took the next
train for Tabor to hustle for sureties.
Divine Healer James Of South Omaha.
indicted along with Mrs. Yates, has dis
appeared.