The White Pine news. [volume] (Treasure City, Nev.) 1868-1906, 1902-12-18
BASIL's MEDICATION


S,7E pressed the fragrant note to
Iii his lips, and, with serene smile,
~fSS leaned back in his chair
1t was more. much more, than he had
ever dared TO hope.
Only few words written in dainty
feminine hand ON sheet of tinted note
paper. yet Basil fere having read,
thought himself the happiest man alive.
inject me in ST. Saviour's Church at
noon tomorrow. MAIZE
The messenger who had brought the
epistle having gone, Basil gave himself
I'D to an hours sweet contemplation of
his love.
Marie someryile was the only daugh-
ter of wealthy, but proud, lawyer,
who had made up his mind that no one
In the three kingdoms WAS too good for
Marie.
Marie, however. lnherltlng more of
her mothers gracious sweetness OF
character than of her fathers stern and
harsh demeanor, thought otherwise,
and would have none OF the many suit
ors that the latter provided for her
choice.
Then one day she met Basil We're, Il
young subaltern in an infantry regi-
ment. who from the very first time of
meeting had determined to WOO and
win the pretty, blue-eyed daughter of
the lawyer.
Opportunities for seeing each other
we're not frequent, however. and many
were the subterfuges TO which resort
had 10 be made In order that they might
enjoy each others society.
But tomorrow Then Basil would
pour out his whole heart to his love,
quite undisturbed.
II was almost too good to be true, and
he threw his cap high In the air
Half an hour before noon Basil sat
patiently In a secluded seat, hidden be-
hind one of the massive pillars Of the
church, waiting for Marie.
At every step he raised his head aud
watched those who entered.
Noon came, and the great clock over
head ehlmed out the hour.
"She Will be here In a moment he
said TO himself, hoping that the next
worshlpper would appear In the person
Of his love, but all in vain.
The suspense seemed long. and the
quarter ehimed, still the subaltern
waited.
That she would come he had no doubt,
,.-fuF f,aI ii,I.raI bars
The half hour struck.
Almost before the echo had died away
a voice sounded almost In his ear.
"Basllr
Marie had entered small door be-
hind him, taking him unawares.
Il could not come before, Basil; |
have been detained
My own Marie, pray do not excuse
yourself. I am proud to wait
flush, Basil! Remember. we may be
heard here. My brother Is coming
Your brotherW
yes. He said he would be back In
half an hour They suspect me Of meet.
ing you"
Would they prevent our Intercourse,
Marief'
III they could" she answered. But
we must not let them. II we are care
ful and ever ON the alert We shall not
arouse suspicion"
You do not regret your love-"
How can you ask. Basil? That were
imposslblew Marie answered with a
solemn look. should be here other
wlsef Z
NO. Marie but | wished to hear IL
again from your sweet lips" he an
swered.
Just at that moment the clock struck
one. With a start Marie arose.
"Look! Francis has seen us. she
cried. as n young fellow rushed after
them when they walked out of the
church.
They qulckened their pace but were
too late. Francis touched Marie on the
shoulder.
What does this mean, MarieT' he
asked bluntly. Who Is this Fellow
"Franclsl'
hdiiS t9ts HaShtu hlou ifT uIolu-
err Anger was plainly visible on her
features, the graceful contour OF her
face becoming more visible in anger
than when In repose. How dare you
speak Of my friend like thatf"
Your friend, Marie! You must be
mad. Surely, girl"
He could hardly utter his thoughts
He gave a fierce scowl at Basil, who
stood near. Surely, girl you don't call
that your friendY'
The insult did not pass unnoticed by
the subaltern. His hands itched to
clutch Francis by the throat, but Ma
rie's restraining influence held him
back.
Take no notice of him, Basil" re-
turned Marie with hauteur, turning her
back on her brother. 'IIe Is not respon-
sible for his words"
"Oh, OH sneered Francis, $50
that's your game, Is III I'll soon make
the fellow cry 'Peccavl,' I'll warrant"
Basil turned upon him.
Basil, take no heed, there's good
fellow" whispered Marie to him; "he Is
my brother remember"