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Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08
CHAPTER XXI.
HE DEATH CHAMBER.

THE DEATH CHAMBER.
Before the men had gone many
steps grating sound reached their
ears from the direction Of the sky
light. They looked up and saw slid
ing steel shutters slowly and ponder
ously close, like grim jaws; and sud
denly they felt themselves cut OFF
from the outside world.
Sturgis, taking up his lighted can
die, made his way to the door of the
subterranean passage and tried in
vain to open it,; the heavy iron bolt
remained immovable in it's socket
Inch by inch he scrutinized the door
with growing anxiety. AT last he
abandoned the search and returned in
the direction OF the square chamber.
"That explains why he wanted to
shut me in here when / was in his
office" he muttered under his breath.
What is the matter?" asked
Sprague.
Eve are caught like rats in trap"
replied Sturgis. Then with feeling he
added: " do not know how this will
end, old man. I have bungled, and |
fear the game is lost. If our Lives are
the forfeit, you will owe your death to
my stupidity."
Sprague looked at his friend, as if
surprised TO hear him apparently
abandon the fight.
sDen't worry about me-" hs said,
kindly; Il came here OF my own free
will. But" he added, as q vision Of
Agnes Murdoch flashed upon his mind,
81 have no intention to die just yet,
if i can help it. Are we not both able
bodied men and armed2 What can one
man do against two?"
at is not an open fight" said Stur-
gis, but l am glad to see your spirit.
l dc not give up; but I want you to
realize that we are in a critical situa-
ton, with the odds enormously against
u.s."
"Why, what can Murdoch do?"
"Perhaps what he did to Chatham.
1t will probably not be long before We
discover what that was"
but there must be some way of
opening that door from the inside"
said Sprague.
"rhere evidently is none," replied
Sturgis; she probably controls these
doors from the outside by electrical
connection"
The men were back in the square
chamber. Sturgis' eyes were rowing
restlessly over the walls, ceiling and
floor in search Of loophole of escape.
"There is no chance to reach the sky
light without ladder; and even if we
could reach it, we should be no fur
Their advanced, as it would be impos-
sible to make any impression on the
steel shutters. That leaves the regis
ter and the speaking tube. While l
examine the register, suppose you try
!, the tube. If il connects with the Man
haitian Chemical company's Office,
! there Is bare chance that we may at
tract the attention Of the detectives
! whom we left there"
A we were ssyipg. NJ. Sturgis-"
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08
CHAPTER Xxx.
THE LEAD-L1NED VAT.

Sprague seated himself upon the
lsng pine box; and sturgis, dropping
into the only chair, began his narrative.
As he talked, he carelessly Whitfield
the cover of the wooden box with the
knife which he still held in his hand.
he began with an account of his in
vestigation at the Knickerbocker bank,
and explained the result of his observa-
ltions and differences down to the time
of his visit to Murdock's house, omit
ting, however, to mention any of the
names of the actors in the reconstruct
ed drama.
$50 you see" he concluded, 1--WE have
established the identity of the. body
in the cab, and of the young man who
disappeared after the cab was upset.
But one of the most salient features
Il the case, from the start, was the
fAat that neither of these two men
had derived much. il any, pecunialY
profit from his crime. The bookkeep-
-, ak we have seen, was mere cats
Inv IN Ma ocntrel of the accountant,
And his pestla3nsous sonfessien has
tSen Us the explanation OF the pcwa1
c~crted over him by his accomplish.
1t was not SO easy to establish the
motive which controlled the actions of
the accountant, who was himself only
tool in the hands of higher intelli-
gcnce. The deus OK mnchina of this
crime is man of genius who has hardly
appeared upon the scene at all, but
whose traces / have found at every
turn. He was the brains of the whole
scheme; the other men in his hands
were mere puppets. Through the 40.
. countant. this master spirit managed
: the bookkecper; and the accountant
hiiaself was controlled by him moro
directly, but no less surely. II he held
tho former through his fear of expo
sure and consequent ruin, he influenced
the latter through even more potent
motives. He is the father of beauti-
full girl. whom he did not scruple to
use as a dseoy. The price agreed upon
for tho accountants assistance was the
hand of this daughter, for whom the
young man had doubtless conceived IL
passionate love. Whether or not the
leader would have had the power to
carry out his part of the contract mat
tiers little; for it is highly probable that
he never had the slightest intention Of
SO dsing. He evidently realized very
early in the game that the booltkeeper
( could not long escape the clutches of
the law. But as he had taken every
precaution to prevent him from know
ing anything of his very existence, the
fate of the unfortunate bookkeeper
would have mattsred little to this
heartless villain, had not the probabil-
iey remained that, when brought to
hen TIA hQ0kkssRes would dsaqunpe
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08
The Philippine natives run pell.me
AZ the sound of our Yankee yell,
But oh, what a gait they'll have maybe.
Alter taking Rocky Mountain Tea.
world-Herald CAMPAIGN oFsr

To clubs of four or more new sub
scrlbers the Weekly World Herald will
be sent from now until December /. for
rs cents each. ~
The great campaign against trusts,
imperialism and the gold standard is on
and the world is convulsed with excit-
ing wars. The Weekly World Herald
is published in two rts-Tuesday and
Friday-so that you get the news
We will accept and forward subscrip-
tons to the World Herald at, above
rates, without extra charge, or they
may be sent direct. 29w4
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08
Bor Sale or Rant
and III miles of Oneida atatlof,. Ennrtrs a.
oVNf BRONSON 3 Cam

In India, the land of famine, thous.
ands die because they cannot obtain
1000. In America, the land of plenty
many suffer and die because they can
not digest the foood they cat. Kodol
Dyspepsia Cure digests what YOU eat
1t instantly relieves and radically cures
all stomach troubles. -Smith Bros.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08
Psoslasnataon and Notice of Special
Nlset1on.


i~ss'hou NotOib VI NltiuCu6SGOE, lOWd.
\, pursuant to resolutions regularly adopted by
.ne NY Council OF the City OF Maucht ster Iowa
on me 10th day Of July. 1900 on the presentatiom
Ht a1. petition BY T. W. Ioag therefor. Notice IS
hereby given that on the third day Of September.
i iNo special Electlnn rs provided for in see.
.i9ls IN aud 's of the Code will BIZ held In said
c,ty ~ which election the following question
viii be submitted viz: a"essoii
shall 4, ". Hoas. his successors and assigns.
oe granted the right to erect and maintain an
e e light, heating and power plant in tile
lily OF Mahchester, Iowa, for period Of ten
years, Win right to continue to use water mower
anu sucn otner power as may he available and
10 erect poles and string wires In, along and
over tho streets, alleys and public propefty Of
rae city With such other privileges as may DO
reasonable and essential for the constrlctlor con
liiueu operation and maintenance OF such plant
law providcd?" Ss' % "
II. Iie polling places at said Special Election
Will be as follows: 800 -
First Ward. s. A. Steadman's Harness shop.
Second Ward. Fireman Hall, CITY Buildinr.
mhlfd ward: w. q. Hitchcock's residence
Inc polls Will open at eight O'Clock A. M and
close at scven o'clock p, M. N'->
Attest;
r. Il. ROBINSON, s.. A. STEADMAN
,,a.,, Slty Clerk. Mayor.
Dated, Manchester, Iowa July II, A. D. 1900.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

The wolf in the fable put on sleeps
clothing because if he travelled on his
own reputation he couldn't accomplish
MS purpose. Counterfeiters of De-
Wits Witch Hazel Salve couldn't sell
their worthless on their merits, so they
put them in boxes and wrappers like
DeWitts. Look out for them. Take
only DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve. It
cures piles and all skin Diseases
Smith Bros.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08
August FloWe

ut is surprising fact says Prof
HoutoD, chat in my travels in all parts
of the world, for ME last ten years, |
have met more people having used
Green's August Flower than any other
remedy, for dyspepsia, derangel liver
and stomach. and for constipation. /
find for tourists aad statesmen, or for
persons filling office positions, where
headaches and general bad feelings
from irregular habits exist, that Green's
August Flower is grand remedy. 1t
does not injnre the system by frequent
use, and is excellent for sour stomachs
and Indigestion" Sample bottles free
at William Donnelley's, Ryan, Iowa.
Sold by dealers in all civilized coun.
tries.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

"What does she sny?" asked tho
crafty politician who had referred the
committee to his wife for information
as to his intentions.
"She refuses to talk" replied the
spokesman Of the committee.
"Then 1t wasa't my wife you met
gentlemen" he rejoined, with great
posltiyeness. 1T was somebody else"
Chicago Tribune
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08
white ma ned Wines.

White and red wines owe their DIFF
ference to the fact that, While the for
mer is permlttcd to fermcnt without
the grape skirts. these are allowed to
remain in the case of the latter. The
color of the grapes makes no difference
whatever to the color of the vino
which they produce, For the Juice Of
all grapes is as nearly as possible col
orless. For Instance, the grape which
yields champagne is almost black in
outward appealance
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

A rr.
James Barr, ST., To sell Real ESTATE
deceased
~ Margaret Barr, widow, and Mary Ann Nc.
M a;a Ra lanes J.. barr Andrew L. Barr, Mag
Barr Jennie Russell. William Barr, Clara Barr,
George Barr. Louie Barr, Harvey Barr. Erie
BARI. and AIRY Barr. heirs.at-law and deylsees
Of James Barr; ST.. late of Delaware county
L Iowa, deceased: aud Mary L. Barr and Beulai,
b., barT ana Iorrey Barr widow and Aeirs-at-
law OF l. M. Barr deceased -
=. You and eacll Of you are nerebr nshfied thai
there Is now on AID In the Chloe az dc CLARK az
t w Dlserict es.lrt IN and for Delaware County
state Of Iowa Rle petition OF John q. barr II,
ESecutor OF Inc estate OF James Barr, sr, late,
o. Deiaware County. iowa deceased praying
lot an order of said Court authorizing ana EN-,
R2w ,, him to sell the South half ltl OF INC
T1E1 sast quarter Of Section seven ~
west of the Fifth ~ p. m. in said Delaware
County; that of the proceeds realized from such
SAFE one third t,3 |. less one third [lhl OF the
Gosts; expenses a'ri petitioners attorneys fees
IN this action, be paid to Margaret Barr, widow
OF SAIL dtcedent In full of her interest In said
t tsn Gs,a,9 that so much Of the remaining two
oe applied toward settling the estate Of said de-
cedent. and that the balance remaining thera-
after lie distributed to the persons entitled
thereto, as designated In the will of said d.
ceaent ana stated In the petition filed herein.
r, ana that unless you appear thereto and de-
term Of said District Court to be begun and
holden a., at MANCHESTER. said county, on Monday,
the sth day of October, 1900. your default viii lie
entered and the prayer OF said petition granted,
Manchester, Iowa. July 16, 1900.
Bronson s. Carr
"a" Atty's for Petitioner.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

Chinese are dangerous enemies for
tney are treacherous. That's why ali
counterfeits of DeMitt's Witch Hazel
save are dangerous. They look like
DeW1tt's but instead of the all-healing
witch hazel they all contain ineredients
liable to irritate the skin and cause
blood poisoning. For piles, Injuries
ana skin diseases use the original and
genuine DeWist's Witch Hazel Salye.M
Smith Bros. -"1'e-
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08
Hnchanan Mich NAV 8

Buchanan, Mich, May Y.
Genessee Pure Food Co., l. Roy, N. Y;
Gentlemen: My mamma has been q
great coffee drinker and has found il
very injurious. Having used several
packages of Grain-O, the drink that
takes the place of coffee, she finds it
much better for herself and for us
children to drink. She has given up
coffee drinking entirely. we use a
package every week. am ten years
old. Yours Respectfully,
Fannie Williams.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08
Fatality Follows Failure

to use Foley's Kidney Cure in time.
II taken in earlier stages of Bright's
disease and diabetes, it is certain cure.
You have noticed the high death rate
from these diseases, and it is not wise
to ignore early symptoms when sure
medicine like Foley's Kidney Cure, can
be had Gregg & Ward.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08
An Example and n Wnrntnn

"I'm afraid" said the patient wife.
chat yours will be the fate of Abel"
"W'hy. what do you mean?" asked
the astonishcd husband
We'll" she replied, ".Abel was killed
by club, and your club will be the
dealt! of YOU If you don't come home
oftener. Chicago News.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

TIN IHSpirutfOn.
What furnishes your inspiration? 2"
they asked of the author.
MY wife, was the reply.
How lovely" they cried. How per-
fectly idealistic.'
YES he went on, "if the muse ever
halts and | feel like loaflng Oh my job,
her demand for n new gown or some
additional money for household eY-
penses stirs me to renewed effort and
puts Pegasus in a gallop. Chicago
Post.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

, Special Summer Excursion rates to Denver.
Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Glenwood Springs
S6lorado; salt Lake City and Ogden, Utah:
snerldan. wyoming; Hot Springs Custer, Dead
wood, Spearlish, South Dakota via the Burllng-
Ton. Cedar Rapids u Northern railway. Dates
o. SAFE july 3. and II, August I, and 81: for
ticKets good to return not later than October 81.
100. For rates, routes, etc. call on any agent
OF the cedar Rapids Route" 51w7
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

Small klndncsses, small ceYtesies,
small considerations, habitualiy prac-
ticed In our social intercourse, give n
greater charm to the character than
the display Of great talents and accom-.
Dlishments.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08
Expressive Furniture.

"pne of the special agents Of the
Indian bureau is Il woman, and she
receives salary of SIS a day." read
Mr.. Wlntcrgreen.
"She must sell good many" COM
melited Mrs. Wintergrccn. "Bht l
sheshh't have thought there was such
demand for that sort of bureau
Detroit Free Press.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08
Personally Conducted Tours to Cali
fornia in Pullman Sleeping Cars

lorna IN Pullman Sleeping Cars
via Chicago Great Western Ry to Kan
sas City and Santa Fe route to Los An
geles and Southern California. Only
line ha, ing new Pullman Tourist
sleeper equipped with wide vestibules,
steam heat and gas light. One of these
new sleepers leaves Waterloo at BAT p.
M, every Monday, via Chicago Great
Western for Los Angeles and Southern
California via Kansas City and reaches
Los Angeles the following Friday
morning. These tours are personally
conducted by an experienced official,
who accompanies the train to its des.
tination. The cars are well equipped
for long journey and are as comfort.
able as the standard sleepers, while the
price for double berth is only about
one half.
Full information furnished by any
Chicago Great Western Agent or f. II.
Lord, General Pass. and Ticket Agent,
lib Adams street, Chicago.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

Homeseekcrs' Excursion Tickets will be ON
sale the first and the third Tuesdays of each
month at all stations of the Burlington, Cedar
the country at a low rate. f''''' vi
Call on any agentof the "Gedar Rapids Route
Of address .Ino.G. armer, A. q. r II n. A
d. U. H. N Try. Cedar Rapids, Iowa. 25w25
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08
For whooplng Cough.

"Both my children were taken with
whooping cough" writes Mrs. o. e.
button. OF Danyille, LII. IA small
bottle of Foley's Honey and Tar gave
such relief that u;ed so cent hottie,
which saved me doctors bil' Moth.
ing else SO good.-Gregg Il Ward.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

V. b. Conklin, Bowersville, o., says:
81 received more benefit from Fo!ey's
Kidney Cure than from months Of
treatment by physicians" Take no
substitute.-Gregg & Ward.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

Low Rates to Chicago Via b., G. re- N. Ry.
Account National Encampment G. A, r.
August 27-Septl. Good SERVICE fast time and
courteous employees. For rates, limit. etc. call
on nearest agent. 207
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

Ea:ssA AARAD q YsssAe Mith weisk
lnrgs WHO sufsar from stubborn coughs
is consumption. Foley's Honey and
Tar, if taken in time, cures the cold,
heals aad Strengthens the lungs and
always cures ncipient consnm ption.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

1t will surprise you to experience the
benefit obtained by using the dainty
and famous little pills known as De
Wits Little Early Risers.-Smith Bros.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08
Young Peoples Convention, Iowa
Evangelical Association, Water
loo, Iowa, August 1928. 1900

For this convention and campmeeting the
Siic ,i Great Western Ry viii! on August 2o.25
turn August sist, at fare and one.t Sipd for the
round trip. For further Information INQUIRE of
any Great Western agent or address f, ii, Lord.
u: X y II, A" lis Adams ST., Chicago.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08
A. $. Coon,
l.. b, Sc, Manchester

intestinal Infection. appendicitis and all af.
Lessons ,i OF the bowels, liver and kidneys pre.
M vented oy taking genuine Rocky Mountain flea.
Ward ny madison Medicine Co.-Gregg s.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08
THE CAMPAIGN or
1900

ioWA's GREATEST NEWSPAPER.
The Dubuque Telegraph needs no in
PRODUCTION. 1t has stood for years as
the foremost exponent of Democratic
principles as enunciated in the Chicago
platform.
Its known throughout the state as
containing the ablest editorial page.
The articles from the pen of John S.
Murphy are recognized by the press of
Iowa as cogent and reliable expositions
of Jeffersonian doctrine.
During the present campaign the
Telegraph should be in the hands of
every voter.
In order to place the paper within the
reach of all, the following low cam
psign rate, good until Jan. list, 1901, is
quoted:
Daily, including Sunday, % cents per
month.
Semi Weekly, 16 pages, cents per
month.
Address
THE TELEGRAPH,
Dubuque, Iowa.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

AAaaias VIZ he as,e@< n Fu1a*ss ssass
ysas. We AAS Hp6p TIE eunuss.r 80.
Ing without money any more than We
can keep the body vigorous without
food. Dyspeptics used TO starye them.
selves. Now kodol Dyspepsia Cure
digests what you eat and allows you to
eat all the good food you want. Ii
radically cures stomach troubles
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

Ierfect womanhOod depends on perfect health
Natures rarest gift Of physical beauty comes to
an WHO use Rocky Mountain Tea 35c-Gregg
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

Residence Property for Sale.
A good house, barn and large lot in
Manchester for sale at a bargain.
Long time given on half Of purchase
money if desired. S''>''
Inquire of BRONSON & CARR.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08
Farm tor sale.

The Clark farm, consisting of 200 acres Of cul
tiVated land and 20 acres OF timber Is for sale
Manchester on the Delhi road For particular
address or call on Bronson q Carr, Manchester
Iowa.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08
For Sale.

A, ma 200 aero farm am offering for sale
STATE OF cultivation, good fences, never failing
Supply OF water. nice new barn with basement.
a ~ so9u comfortable house and cellar,
rate of interest. gu" ~"
40 A. S. Coon,
l.. b, sc, Manchester
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

The greatest skin specialist in Amer
lea originated the formula for Banner
Salye. For all skin diseases, all cuts
OF sores, and for piles it's the most
healing medicine.-Gregg & Ward.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08
12O Acre Farm For Sale.

A round trip rate Of one fare plus $500 has
Northern railway for the Biennial Conclaye,
knights Of Pythias at Detroit. Mich., August "a
20 Sept 1. Call on any agent for full informa-
uon. 2Sws.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

The quicker you stop cough or cold
Inc less danger there will be of fatal
lung trouble. One Minute Cough Cure
IS the only harmless remedy that gives
Smith Bros.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

Residence Properties for Sale.
Several fine residences In desirable porti MS
of the City OF Manchester for sAle cheap. Rn-
Quire Mt the Office of Manchester Democrat,
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

BARGAIN IN RESIDENCE PROPERTY
house and lot In one of the best resident
portions Of city OF Manchester for sale cheap
and on easy terms. Good dwelling, barn. etc.
Enquire at DEMOCRAT OFFICE.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

CYCLONE AND TORNADO
Insurance in first class companies written and
policies issued by BRONSON 4 CARR.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08
Rooms for Rent

lcHEAP--Resldence properties in this city. En-
quire at Manchester Democrat Office.
Rooms for Rent
Inquire of
24it J.J. HoAG.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

Best Way to Cure Backache.
Backaches are caused by disorder in
the kidneys. Foley's Kidney Cure will
make the kidneys right.-Gregg y
Ward.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

osTEoPATHIc PHYSICIAN.
ii. MCGEE u. o. OsrEopATHy is n
y system OF treating diseases without the use
q I drugs; For Information call or write. HAY
y Nh IS successfully treated, Once over
gregg q Wards Drug store
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1900-08-08

In the District Court of Delaware County,
Iowa, October Term, A. d. 1900
In the Matter of thel
Estate of NOTICE on Apple, ,.rroN
JANUS barr, 81, 10 sell Real Estate.