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Cotton Region Bulletin.
For the twenty four hours ending at 4.
IA. yesterday, 10th meridian time:
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08
Much Reading for Little Monev.

The New York World has got the
cost of printing down to minimum.
Its latest offer of it's monthly newspa-
per-msgazine is interesting if from no
other cause than it shows the acme of
show much for how little" The Month.
ly World is 32 page magazine with
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suits of scientific research, and editor.
ial reviews. 1t numbers among its
contributors the leading literary men
and women of the day. A feature
each month is full page portrait of
the most famed man or woman of the
moment in the public eye. In collect
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Monthly World no expense is spared.
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Address The World, Pulitzer Building,
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Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08

A correspondent finds these notable
points of resemblance in the careers of
Shakespeare and Moliere:
The father of each was in trade and
apparently destined his son to follow
his occupation. The early education
of both was neglected, and we know
nothing in their after training that
conferred on them their perfect knowl-
edge of good breeding and distinguish
ed manners. Neither of them was hap
PLY married. Each became manager,
author, actor. Each produced con-
siderable number of authenticated dra-
matte works. Each was careless about
publishing his works, or, rather, object
ed to do so lest they should be acted
by rival dramatic companies. Plays of
each were collected by actors and first
published in complete form after the
death of the authors.
Each touched up or produced plays
that are lost or of doubtful origin.
Each disrcgarded novelty of plot, bor-
rowing from various sources. Each
disliked his profession. The personal
character of each was gentle, kind,
generous. Each had profound knowl-
edge of human nature. Each preferred
the idea or matter to the comparative
disregard of the manner. Each had
remarkable fecundity and fertility of
production. Each died at the age of
fifty-twO.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08
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Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08
fro BE Continued


The late Noah Davis, justice Of the
supreme court Of New York, was one
Of many judges and lawyers who
make the courtroom the scene Of some
of our best wit and humor. The New
York Commercial Advertiser gives
some Illustrations.
Once lawyer objected to witness,
but Judge Davis refused to sustain
him. The lawyer cried, "But. your
honor, submit And here he broke
off.
That's right" said the judge quick.
ly; always submit. Crier, adjourn
courtw
In one case over which he presided
there were fifty-five distinct offenses
and four counts on each offense, go in
all.
WELL" said Judge Davis, there are
more counts than in German princl.
pality."
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08
Natural Anxiety.

Mothers regard approaching winter
with uneasiness, children take cold SO
easily. No disease costs more little
lives than Group. It's attack is so sud
den that the sufferer is often beyond
human aid before the doctor arrives.
Such cases yield readily to One Minute
Cough Cure. Liquifies the mucous
ellays inflammation, removes danger
Absolutely safe. Acts immediately
cures coughs, colds. grip, bronchitis, ali
throat and lung trouble. +. S. Nc.
Mahon, Hampton, Ga: "a bad cold
rendered me voiceless just before an
oratorical contest, 1 intended to with
draw but took One Minute Cough Cure
1t restored my voice in time to win tn.
medal"-Smith Bros.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08

"Ah, seel You're detecttuer'
A look of suspicion entered his face,
and, probably thinking that l was
merely leading him on, he asked:
''If you know SO much about 1t,
please tell me who 1t was 1 recog-
nized."
Certainly. I'll whisper 1t in your
ear"
drew near to him and said Impress
lively:
at was Charles Goddard whom you
recognized in your house last night
and at whom you shot,"
The last expression. of doubt left his
face, and he could only add slowly:
"Well, well, don't understand how
you found it out"
The man was completely mystified
as hoped he would be, and contin-
ued with smile on my own face:
"Now, if you believe that 1 know
what Pm doing we will enter into the
details of my mission here this morn
ing"
"Go on. Pm ready for anything"
"First, then, what did you intend to
do with this informationT
81 hadn't made up my mind" he
said doubtfully, taking a seat in an
easy chair near me.
"Well, you either intended to inform
the police or accuse Mr.. Goddard of
the crime to his own face"
"Yes, one or the other, but most
likely the latter. Mr.. Goddard's father
and ! were great friends. should
hate to see his name stained with dis
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08

honor.
81 thought as much" replied, land
it is to prevent you from making u
mistake that have called this morn.
ing. l know more about this matter
than you do.'
Probably. You seem to know all
that do. It's wonderful how you
knew it, for swear never men,
toned the matter to any one except
my wife, and she's seen nobody but
the servants"
But other eyes may have recog-
nized the man." said suggestively.
"That's true. never thought of
that. Did some of my servants see
him."
Don't worry yourself" 1 interrupt
ed. The person who saw him will
not mention it further. I've fixed all
that"
well, well; SO early in the morning,
and you seem to have arranged every
thing before could decide upon the
first step"
Its my business" 1 added. Then
continuing l said in low voice:
But Mr.. Goddard is not the only
one concerned in these robberies.
There is another and l think more
dangerous neighbor who is implicated
in the crimes. But he is too wary to
be caught easily. He directs the whole
matter but keeps in the background.
He must be caught at least and pun
ished if Mr.. Goddard is to suffer. 1t
would be n sin to let him escape and
the lesser criminal punished"
Yes, yes, of course-by all means"
Then we must work together. I've
laid plan by which l can prove the
guilt of this other party. If you will
work with me and do as l tell you,
we can face him with his guilt in spite
of all his skillfulness."
Anything that you think best. Pro-
pose your plan"
"Well, first, 1 want you to keep the
matter strictly quiet and not mention
to a living soul that you recognized
the burglar last night. Let the detec-
tives work on the case as usual, but
warn your wife not to commit herself.
Is she brave enough to do this?"
Yes; Ellen is only too ready to
shield Mr.. Goddard. I cannot con-
vince her that was correct in recog-
nizing him."
$50 much the better. Let her con-
tinue to think so and pretend that you
think you might nave been mistaken.
Then next Tuesday night shall ask
you and another person who is more
Interested in Mr.. Goddard than your
self-Miss Stetson, in short-to accom-
pany me to one of your neighbours
houses. He will be away that night,
and I will show you some of the Sc
crets of his little game that he con-
ceals in his house. When he returns
la"e at mis- we can confront him
with the crime. shall then leave it
with you and Miss Stetson as to what
course to pursue. If we arrest the
man, Mr.. Goddard will have to be i'm
plicated; if we Danish him from the
place with the threat of exposure, we
can shield Mr.. Goddard and give him
another chance. That, in short, is my
plan. Will you cooperate with met"
with pleasure. It's an admirable
arrangement. l believe we ought to
give Charles another opportunity.
can hardly find the heart to have him
arrested"
"Well, leave that entirely to you
and Miss Stetson."
"And Miss stetson will agree with
me-"
I said nothing in reply, but after
giving few more directions 1 with
drew, promising to call for him on the
evening specified to conduct him to
the house Of his unknown neighbor.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08

ing more interest. 81 do not like so
much mystery"
But ma'am, it will be mystery to
you for some time yet. cannot en-
plain matters even now-not until my
request is fulfilled"
and then added:
"Well, go on. I've promised, and I'll
keep my word'
MY request is this: want you to
accompany me to certain house on
next Tuesday evening at o o'clock
sharp. where I will explain and show
you things that will greatly alter your
views of some of your friends"
why. sir. that is an absurd PROPOSE
tion," she sail, rising, with some dig
nifty.
"Then you will not grant my re-
quest?" l said quietly.
"How can under such circum-
stancesg
you promised"
eyes, anything in reason. But you
ask me to go to a strange house with
you in the evening, and what assurance
have that
81 understand, ma'am; you have no
confidence in me. l reminded you at
the time you promised to do what 1
asked of you that it would require con-
fidence and belief in me. l see now
that you haven't"
"You are severe. did not say
that" she answered in a less repelling
voice.
mo, but you implied as much. But
l will not test your faith in me any
more. will give you assurances that
my purposes are honorable"
She waited for me to proceed while
flush overspread her face
you know Mr.. Jaimson:" asked.
eyes, very we'll"
HE is friend of yours, and 1 be-
lieve you would trust yourself with
him after dark
She nodded affirmatively.
''Well, Mr.. Jaimson is in my secret,
and he will accompany us. Under
those circumstances will you go with
me next Tuesday EVENING""
"Why, of course. 1t must be all
right if Mr.. Jaimson approves Of it."
"He does. He will call here before
l do on that evening, and the three of
us will go together"
But where do we go| she asked
inquisitively.
81 cannot tell you now. You will
know that night"
"How mysterious you seem! 1 do
not understand it at ALL"
you will in time. But one other re-
quest. Will you promise to keep this
matter absolutely secret? Do not even
tell Mr.. Goddard or DIR. Squires. If
you do, everything will be spoiled,
and, mark my word, you will repent
of it if you do.'
II will PROMISE" she answered.
"And keep your promise better than
you did the other one" could not re-
frain from saying, for her lack of
trust in me had piqued me little.
She colored and at first would have
resented my bold words, but an after
thought checked her.
eyes, l will redeem my promise this
time without question"
'Thank you. Then on Tuesday at
quarter t. 8 Mr.. Jaimson will call for
you, and you will be ready to accom-
pany him. l will call for both of you
at 8 o'clock. will guarantee that you
will return to your home without hurt
or injury"
l hastily withdrew then. She ac-
companied me to the door. She was
watching me peculiarly, trying to de-
eide, imagine, whether l was a
crank or a sane man and whether she
had made mistake or not in promis-
ing to accompany me.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08
scnlloped Ranannx,

Bananas are good enough in their or.
binary simplicity, but some persons
n sort of scallop in this way: Cut half
n dozen bananas into half inch slices.
Cut some bread into small pieces and
place II layer of these in the bottom of
a pudding dish. Add layer Of ba-
nanas, two tablespoonfuls Of sugar
and one tablespoonful Of lemon juice.
Repeat these layers until all have been
used, having bread as the topmost.
Put over the top a tablespoonful Of
melted butter and sprinkle lightly with
sugar Bake half an hour in quick
oyen
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08
The Worst Form,

Multitudes are singing the praises of
Kodol, the new discovery which is
making SO many sick people well and
weak people strong by digesting what
they eat, by cleansing and sweetening
the stomach and by Transforming their
food into the kind of pure rich blood
that makes you feel good all over. Mrs.
Cranfill, of Troy, L. T.. writes; For a
number of years was troubled with
Indigestion and dyspepsia which grew
into the worst form. Finally was in
duced to use Kodol and after using
four bottles l am entirely cured. /
heartily recommend Kodol to all suf-
ferers from indigestion and dyspepsia,
Take dose after meals. 1t digests
what you eat-Smith Bros.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08

N luncn served TO MIN.
He had not noticed my absence, and /
congratulated myself upon shrewd
piece of work. l had at last deter
mined to bring matters to climax.
1t was two days after this before l
got the opportunity to call upon Miss
Stetson. WANTED to redeem her prom
Use made ON the day Of her horseback
accident.
had learned through an accident
that DR.. Squires would be away on
Tuesday and that he would not return
until late at night. l did not know
what his mission was or where he
was going. All that concerned me was
that he would be absent and the house
would be left in charge of his old
servant.
1t was the knowledge Of this that
made me anxious to appoint Tuesday
for the little experiment had in
mind.
When I reached the Stetson man
sion, was informed that Miss Stet-
son was engaged. The servants knew
me by this time, and while they did
not exactly treat me as one of their
number they did not accord me all the
courtesy due gentleman. l was told
to take seat until the person who
was with Miss Stetson had gone.
My name was not even carried up
to her, but l WAS too much preoccu-
pied with my thoughts to resent this
incivility, and 1 made the most of it
by taking a comfortable seat in the
waiting room. This room opened right
off the front parlor, and just back Of
that was the library.
For some time / remained seated
there busily occupied with my own
thoughts, but as time passed became
restless and anxious to make change.
Not hearing any voices, rose from
my seat and walked quietly into the
parlor to look at some of the beautiful
pictures hanging on the walls. This
liberty, knew, Miss Stetson would
not resent
AS I stepped into the parlor l heard
the sound of voices proceeding from
the library. would have retreated to
the waiting room If the voice Of DR..
Squires had not arrested my attention.
l could not resist the temptation to lis
ten to him, for, knowing what he was,
thought anything was fair enough
for him. and played the eavesdrop-
per.
The portieres between the parlor and
library were drawn, and through their
thick folds could just catch the words
of the two. The first words of the
doctor informed me that had reached
the place at critical moment.
Miss Belle, you do me injustice to
! say that do not like pleasant sur
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08

"Ah, darling" he exclaimed, "as we
sit together under the spreading
branches of this noble tree do de-
clare on my honor that you are the
only girl l have ever loved"
And just suspicion of smile
crossed the dear things features as
she replied:
You always say such appropriate
things, John; this is chestnut tree"
Baltimore News.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08

Il went for Il bath yesterday" said
an Auvergnat. II had been in the
water some time when suddenly per-
ceived an enormous shark advancing
toward me with its jaws open. What
was to do? When he was yard off,
dived, took out my pocketknife and
ripped up the belly of the monster"
What! Then you are in the habit
OF bathing with your clothes on" said
one of the listeners.-From the French.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08
Look Out For Fever.

Billiousness and liver disorders at this
season may be prevented by cleansing
the system with DeWitt's Little Early
Risers. These famous little pills do not
grippe. They move the bowles gently,
but copiously, and by reason of the ton.
ic properties, give tone and strength to
the glands. Smith Bros.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08
A Dozen Times A Nieht

Mr.. Owen Dunn, of Benton Ferry,
w. Va, writes;" have had kidney and
bladder trouble for years, and it be.
came 80 bad that was obliged to get
up at least dozen times night I
never received any permanent benefit
form any medicine until tried [ took
Foley's Kidney Cure. After using two
bottles, l am cured" Sold by Denton
& Ward,
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08
Danger in Fall Colds

Fall colds are liable to hang on all
winter leaving the seeds of pneumonia,
bronchitis or consumption. Foley's
Honey and Tar cures quickly and pre-
vents serious results 1t is old and re-
liable, tried and tested, safe and sure,
contains no opiates and will not consti-
pate. Sold by Denton & Ward.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08
Spent More Than $1,000.

w. w. Baker of Plainview. Neb. !,
writes: "My wife suffered from lung
trouble for fifteen years. She tried a
number of doctors and spent over $1,000
without relief. A friend recommended
Foley's Honey and Tar and, thanks to
this great remedy, it has saved her life.
She enjoys better health than she has
known in ten years" Refuse substitutes.
Sold by Denton & Ward.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08

When you have q cough OF cold don't
ask what is good for it and get some
medicine with little or no merit and
perhaps dangerous. ASK for Foley's
Honey and Tar, the greatest throat and
lung remedy, it cures coughs and colds
quickly. Sold by Denton & Ward.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08
Forty Years. Torture,

To be relieved from torturing disease
after 40 years torture might well cause
the gratitude of anyone. That is what
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve did for Z.
Haney, Geneva, o. He says: "De.
Witt Witch Hazel Sslve cured me of
piles after l had suffered 40 years"
Cures cuts, burns, wounds, skin diseases.
Beware of counterfeits. Smith Bros.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08

And the railway company agrees u
settle by paying me $1,000. does it:"
said the man who had been injured
How much of it do get?"
You get all of it." said the lawyer.
and you pay me what you please II
didn't take me five minutes to get a
settlement out of them"
This. o reader. is no fancy sketch
There are limits to the imaginative
faculty of the human mind Chicago
Tribune
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08

The newest lighthouse on the French
coast shows beam visible at dis.
lance of 80 nautical miles in clear
weather. 1t is situated on the Isle
Verge, off the French coast, to the
northeast of Ushant, the lantern being
244 feet above sea level.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08
Finances,

Jones-Dear me! You say you often
lay down the law to your wife. How
do you go about it?
Bones-Why. all you need is firm.
ness. usually go into my study, lock
the door and do it through the key.
hole.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08

Nervous Employer-Thomas. l wish
you wouldn't whistle at your work.
Office Boy-I amt working, sir; I'm
Only just whistling = Boston Tran
script.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08

The records left by the Phoenecians,
Assyrians and ancient Persians show
that among all tho.e nations the use of
perfumes was very common.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08

There are three things about the
north pole that have never been dis
covered exactly where it is. what it is
and why it is
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08

Dentist-Well, how do the new teeth
work? Everything satisfactory?
Patient-Not exactly. They seem to
cut the others.
Enthusiastically. They don't be.
long to the same set, you know.-Chi.
cago News.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08

A recent report shows that 1859
Christians were murdered in 1901 by
the Turks. In only 81 cases were the
murderers punished, and then with not
more than four yesrs' imprisonment.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08
CHAPTER XIX.

TH the danger of ex-
posure of my master
removed, 1 returned
home with a lighter
heart. 1 reached there
in time to have the
lunch served to him.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08
"Watch the Kidneys. ;

"When they are affected, life is in
danger" says DIR. Abernethy, the great
English physician. Foley's Honey and
Tar makes sound kidneys. Sold by
Denton Il Ward.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08

A melon patch in a cornheld will
sometimes neutralize the work of the
local Sunday school,
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08

The largest dome in the world is that
OF the Lutheran church at Warsaw.
Its interior diameter is 200 feet. That
OF the British museum library is 100
feet.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08
Bronchitis for Twenty Years.

0tohcHtSIs tVr twenty 1eafs.
Mrs. Minerva Smith, of Danville, Ill,
writes: 81 had bronchitis for twenty
years and never got relief until l used
Foley's Honey and Tar which is sure
cure" Contains no opiates. Sold by
Denton & Ward.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08
Never Ask Advice.

Better lose your argument than your
Horn.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08
CHAPTER Xxx.

ISIS STETSON was
considerably agitated
and nervous when she
finally appeared in the
library. Her facial
lines We're drawn and
haggard, Indicating
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-10-08

No danger of constipation if you use
Foley's Honey and Tar to cure that
stubborn cough. Sold by Denton &
Ward.