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Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24
The mysterious
instrument Of death

might readily pass as a result OF the
victims violent contact with the fur
nishings Of the hearth toward which
the shocked body would naturally top
pie. The fact that modern jury had
SO regarded it shows how justified he
was In this expectation.
1 was expanding my wonder on this
and on new discovery which, with a
very decided shock to myself, I had
just made In the closet when the COM
mand came to turn the handle again
and to keep on turning 1t till it would
turn no farther.
l complied, but with trembling
hand, and, though did not watch the
result, the satisfaction heard ex-
pressed below was significant Of the
CELEBRITY and precision with which the
weight rose foot by foot to the ceiling
and finally skunk .snugly and without
seeming jar into It's lair.
When few minutes later I rejoined
those below I found them all, with
eyes directed toward the cornice,
searching for the hole through which
had just been looking. 1t was next
to imperceptfble, SO naturally had it
been made to at in with the shadows
Of the scrollwork, and even after l
had discovered it and pointed 1t out to
them found difficulty in making them
believe that they really looked upon
an opening. But, when once con-
yinced Of this, the district attorneys
remark was significant.
II am glad that my name Is not
Moore"
The superintendent made no reply.
His eye had caught mine. and he had
become very thoughtful.
Zone Of the two candelabra belong
ing to the parlor mantel was found ly-
ing on that closet floor" he observed.
Somebody has entered there lately.
as lately as the day when Mr. Pfeiffer
was seated here"
Pardon me-" impetuously cried.
"Mr. PfeiffeTs death is quite explain
ed" And, drawing forward my hand,
which up to this moment had held
tight shat behind my back, l slowly
Enclosed 1t before their astonished
eyes.
A bit Of lace lay in my palm. 8
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24

would do If the United States were TO
fight her with tariff weapons Is am
other question. But SD long as he
present treatment is rneted out Cam
ada thinks she can get along nicAly
without altering trade relations with
Uncle Samuel.
II a bad harvest should strike the
west 1t is not unlikely that an impe-
tus would be given to the ideas Of the
Boston school In Canada. For the
time being, however, Canada Is trying
to remedy tariff evils by revision or
the schedules In the nature of an adj
vance but not all along the line. The
WOODEN industry has been almost
killed by reason of the stiff preference
given to British goods. More protec-
ton will be given to the WOODEN man
ufacturer. possibly On the nature OF
bonus, to Offset the advantage the.
British maker gets.
The various minor grievances that
have cropped up will be dealt with
when W. s. Fielding. minister of
finance, delivers his budget speech at
Ottawa next week. But 1t is safe to
wager that he will have not one word
to say for reciprocity with the United
States at this time The very truth of
the matter is that Canada is fee Ing
her oats and thinks she can stand
alone against the whole world, includ-
ing Uncle Sam.
Andrew Carnegie has sized up the
hope Of Canada. On May Is, in Open
ing the Hawick library in England,
he quoted letter he had written to
the Winnipeg Historical society in
which he said that 1T was Canaaa's
mission to bring about the union OF
America and the nlotherland. He
prophesied there would be 200,00O,O0O
English speaking people on The North
American continent during the pres
ent generati ton. Canada believes Car
negie. She is kerr to fulfill his
prophecy arlds to aid in taking the
United States back to the arms of the
motherland. But 1t Is possible that
the Americanization of Canada, signs
of which are visables on every hand,
may change the cancellations of the
Sage of Skibo. But that is another
story.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24

delicate bit, such as is only worn by
women In full dress.
"Where did you find that3" asked the
major. with the first show Of deep
emotion | have ever observed in him.
My agitation was greater than his
as replied:
I'm the rough boarding under those
drawers. Some woman's arm and
hand has preceded mine in stealthy
search after that fatal spring. A wo-
man who wore lace, valuable lace"
There was but one woman connected
with this affair who rightly answered
these conditions. The bride, Veronica
Moore!
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24
ARRANGE FOR CONVENTION.
Democratic Sub Committee Holds
MEETING at St. Louis.

st. Louis. May "a The SUBJ commit-
tee of the democratic national commit
tee here practically completed arrange
ments for the democratic national con-
vention, which will meet in this city
July g. and adjourned TO meet again
Wednesday, July Is, at 10 a. m, at the
Hotel Je sferson. The disposition of the
tickets for the 1O,450 seats that will be
provided for IN the convention hall for
delegates. alternates, the press and the
general public, was taken care OF ard
the other matters were arranged.
Those present were Chairman ]. X.
Jones of Arkansas; Senator William
J. Stone Of Missouri: Daniel j. Cam
pau, Of Michigan; Norman Z. Mack. OF
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24
THE Only Line With q Worlds Fair
Station.

This refers to the Iowa Central rail-
way and means
First-The shortest Line.
Second-The most comfortable route.
Third-Two fine thru trains direct to
the gates Of the fair.
Fourth--A saving of about three
hours In time.
Fifth-You avoid the crowds at the
union depot and on the street cars.
Sixth---You save money by being
landed Just where you want to go.
There are many other reasons but
I "a word to the wise is sufficient"
For excursion tickets, berth reserva-
/ lions and a complete guide to the fair,
1 free address A. B. Cults, G. P. s. I. A.,
\ Minneapolis, Mimi.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24

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tells how she was entirely cured
of ovarian troubles by the use
of Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable
Compound.
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Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24
A Lesson in Health,

Healthy kidneys filter the irnpuri-
ties from the blood. and unless they do
this good health is impossible. Foley's
Kidney Cure makes sound kidneys and
will positively cure all forms of kidney
and bladder disease. It strengthens the
whole system. B. A. Morgan.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24

miss Tutt1e," he asked, without any
preamble, the moment she was well in
side the house, may inquire Of you
here, and before I show you what VI
excuse us for subjecting you to the q
tress Of entering these doors, wfefi
your sister, Mrs. jeffrey, had any
name or was ever known by ans
name than that Of veronica?''
"She was christened Antoinet
well as Veronica, but the pers 81
whose memory the former nalsI
given her was no honor to the fais.i.
and she very soon dropped it and was;
only known as Veronica. Oh, what
have l done?'' she cried, awed and
frightened by the silence which follow
ed the utterahce Of these simple words.
Before any Of us were quite ready to,
speak, tap at the door told US that
Durbin had arrived with Mr.. jeffrey.
Facing the small group clustered in the
dismal hall fraught with such unutter.
able associations, he earnestly prayed:s
do not keep me in suspense. Why
am summoned here?" !.
"You are summoned to learn the
murderous secret of these old wallis,
and who it was that last made use OF
It. Do you feel inclined to hear these
details from my lips, or are you ready
to state that you already know the
means by which so many persons, in
times past as well as in times present,
have met death here? We do not re-
quire you to answer us.
II know the Means" he allowed, rec
ognizing without doubt that the crisis
Of crises had come and that denial;
would be worse than useless. III,
'.Then it only remains for us to ac-
quaint you with the identity Of tho
The m jor
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24
Russia Japan Atlas, Ten cents-Tho
Northwestern Line.

NusSo-JapaneSe AtIas HaB Deem
plssued by the Chicago s. Northwestern
railway. Three fine colored maps. each
14x20, bound in convenient form for
reference The eastern situation shown
In detail, with tables showing the rela-
tive military and naval strength and
financial resources of Russia and ia.
pan. Copy mailed to any address on
receipt OF Ii cents in postage by L. F.
Berry. general agent. c. & N. w. rail-
way, 401 Walnut street, Desi Moines,
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24

person who last pressed the fatal
spring. But perhaps you know that
too?'
sT"-. He paused; words were ffn-
possible to him, and in that pause hin
eyes flashed helplessly In the direction
OF Miss futile. S
But the major was quick on his feet
and was already between him and that
lady. This act forced from Mr. JET
frey's lips the following broken SEN
tence:
81 should = like you to - tell -n,e. !"
Great gasps came with each heavily
spoken word.
!, perhaps this morsel Of lace will do,
/ it in a gentler manner than ! could, &
responded the district attorney, open.
ing his hand, in which lay the ,scrap
of lace that an hour or SO before bad
plucked away from the boarding OF
that fatal closet.
Mr.. Jeffrey eyed It and understood
His hands went up to his face and ne
swayed to the point Of falling. Miss
Tuttle came quickly forward.
"Ohw she moaned as her eyes fell
on the little white shred. The prov.
idence Of God has found Us out. We
have suffered, lab0red and denied IN
win"
Eyes" came In dreary echo from the
man none Of us had understood TIL
now; $50 great crime could not be
hid. God Will have vengeance. What.
are we that we should hope to avert
It by any act or at any cost r.
(To be continued.)
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24
Two Thru Tourist Cars
California
Two

Every week via the Chicago Great
Western railway. Choice OF routes west
OF Kansas CITY via the Santa Fe route
or Rock Isiand-El Paso route. Low
rates and every comfort afforded. For
further information apply to J. A. FL.
Nh, ticket agent, Marshalltown, Iowa.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24
ONE CENT A WORD

..Wanted." FOR Sale" ITO Rent" ITO
Exchange" ITO Trade" Lost" or
pFound." inserted in this column. ONE
CENT A WORD for each insertion
No advertisement inserted for less
than is cents.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24

For Saie-Stock Of dry goods. shoes.
and groceries at Irwin. Shelby county.
iowa. Invoice $6,s5S.92. Fine location
and established business. ]. A. Cattell.
Afarshalltown, Iowa.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24

| For Saie-Large refrigerator, suita-
slble for grocery, in good order. Will sell
lat d bargain. Walter Thomas, Green
Mountain. Iowa.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24

There are many mysteries in life ana
one of them is why HOLSTERS Rocky
Mountain Tea makes handsome women
out of plain ones. 1t does it and that,s
enough IS cents. tea or tablet form.
Mcbride & Will Co.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24
Brave Men.

Brave Men. 81 ~.
Some seek for glory on the battlefield
Through breathless day and watch1u4
sleepless night;
Some all the wealth OF courage nave -
vealed II
Before the xiii him. OF the bleach
Detroit Free Press
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24

For Sale 10 residence, city lots,
and many houses, at prices to suit all.
Also Kansas lands. Delano T. Smith.
court house.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24

For Saie-Three-chair barber shop.
Address Box 1853, Marshalltown, Iowa.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24
CHAPTER XIII.

. VERONICA MOORE'S real con-
NJ nection with Mr.. Pfeiffers
death-a death which in some
inscrlltahle way had in so
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24

For Sale Cheap. Mason & Ham
ain cabinet organ. Address. B-2s, care
tsof T.-R.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24
FoR SALE.

Wanted-First cook and pastry cook
At the Stoddart Hotel.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24

For Sale or Trade-The Globe Hotel,
turoperty in Marshalltown. c. J. Hoyt.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24

For Salc--World's fair tickets, cover
Eng all necessary expenses. one full
week; railroad. hotel. ten tickets for
best shows on the pike, steamboat ex-
cursion, tickets to grounds, payments
10 suit you. Advantages obtained IN
no other way Only way women and.
children can have full protection. Write
for circulars or call on John D. Vail
a30 West Main street, worlds fair
agent
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24

For sale-On easy terms. new and
second hard billiard and pool tables.
bowling alleys, cigar store ana bank
MIXTURES at the Iowa branch OF the
Brunswick Bake Collender Company's.
Address T. D. McElroy. state agent.
MHrshalltown. Iowa
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24
WANTED.

Wanted-Good woman cook. wages
SO per week for right party. One pas
try cook 81 weekly, three waitress
girls 81 per week. Address Whitaker
Lake Shore Hotel. Clear Lake, Iowa.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24

Young Man With fair business
ability, willing to, work to prepare Tor
good government position. Entrance
salary $500. Gradual promotion. Fer
manent. Box /, Cedar Rapids. La.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1904-05-24

a RESTORED the picture to Its
place and left the building. AS
did SO the first signs of dawn be-
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1904-12-01

tn leave tho country. Ills estate wa
subsequently, cou1scated by III" state Of
Vermont ana the property tur7'd over
I" the land commissioner of tho S;lt"
nv him il vas sold to- Cen. Ethan Alien
and ne v1s living upun II at tl,' time
~ his death in 1850. The farm th"n nc-
came tho property of COY. Van \Ss- AID
was known aS the Van Moss fariI for
half century. After passing throul h
Other hands II became tho property of
NJ. Alfred y lrookcs IN lsb2 and 1T his
death in 1875 Il went by his will tn his
son COL Horace j. Brookcs. In 100, Mr..
Van Fatton purchased it Of Col Brookcs
and later transferred il 10 hia ddugl,tr.
Nrs. A. n. billings. who u present
cwuer. with the exception of lndian
Rock and the part alolG the high%av
.Iolth OF Indian Rock, wricl MIR. Van
pattcn reserved. About ono ntlf OF the
farm is upon tho interval and other hal;
U!nn tho higher land from which rscS
the hlu0 Known rs indian Rock ana the
nri'.-" IN tn" north. comprising H. all
about three hundred acres. Mr.. Var
lattsu has recently purchased some ten
OF twNlva acres to tho north which
carries tho property to Tho banks OF the
Wirooski river At place 1t viii he
very easy to construct road 70 Ga .
rS"r. ~ thu; if tho property is eyer
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1904-12-01
NEW YORK FASHION LETTER
Paris Demands Piain Topped skirts
for Tailored CostWmes-Soft
Mutcr iR1s.

New York. Nov. 2S--r'he latest is
sues Of the Paris Fashion journal state
THAT the smartcst creators Of mpdes
arc beginning Ia use tho perfectly
plain-toppcd skirt for tailored cos
tonnes. a dart o. Two over each hip,
but no folds. tucks or plaitS appearing.
ness instead of plnits from the hips
down Some of them are topped by
tight or scmi-fitting jackets, with
basque skirts. perhaps three inches
deep forming godet plaits AZ the back,
but plain over til" hips. with rounded
and Nat corners in the front. y velvet
collar and large buttons are the ex-
tent of the trimmings used.
Most Of the hodiccs are now con-
strurtcd over fitted lining. Many
of the beautiful new frocks in soft
silks and crepes for afternoon and
evening wear have various sorts Of
yokes in lace or embroidery. or other
ornamental trimming, and the silk of
the bodice proper is disposed IN soft
close folds across the front and back.
tho bodice fastening in tire back Tho
ntt"d lining ends in the front in a
sharp point some three inches below
the waistline and curves up sharply Ia
the waistlinc at the hips. coming only
sufficiently below the waistline at the
aides aud back to cover the skirt ba nd.
as this style of bodice requires no
girJle. being worn over the skirt. the
SHRED silk forming its own finish. The
material j. usually plated into the
side seams of the lining in the soant
| upward turning plaits and it is then
drawn closely across the front with
| one or two shirrs down the centre front
! to hold the folds in place. In the ba IL
| two shirrs are placed on each side of
! the centre opening, Tho lining and the
shirrcd back are hooked separately. The
| sleeves form big full puffs to the ell
bows. where they are finished with
lac" frills OF mitaino cuffs OF lace: the
! big puffs are often made TO stand out
! when the silk is soft, by narrow pieces
| of tucked orinolinc inserted in their
! tops
| The skirts Going with these bodice,
arc usually cut in such soring effects
that they arc very fun at the bottom
and the top is shirrcd for two ar three
! inches below tho walstine, sometimes
all around sometimes "A five or six inch
plain space being left directly in III,
! front This stirring is very scant Sc
| that The size about the hips IS not in
creased to ans appreciate extent. al,
! though min harrow hppod figures may
! BE- improved by having more iuilhes,
about the top 10 shi,r in
| Lingerie blouscs are to be worn ia,
winter through with tailored coats and
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1904-12-01

Ten thousand dcmous cnawins away
~ one Nitals couldn't bc much worse
than tho tortures OF ilrl4lng piles Yet
ia lis "
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1904-12-01
SKETCH OF PROPOSED TOWER

usod as public park, which 1t certainly
should b" it will he easy 10 have free
access to the river from the park
The view from the north end of the
ridge known as the North Flniftcle -
also orc Of great beauty. 1, is oui,e
different from the view at Indian rock
overlooking as 1t does The WinoCski
river IT, nearly az it's course of nearly
ton miles from Wmooski to the lake.
The winnings Of il reminds one very
strongly Of tho river Forth in Scotland
as seen from Stirling Castle or from
Abby craig. on which is situated the
celebrated Scottish National monument
to one of their great heroes. Sir William
Wallace. The proposed memorial tower
will he quite like the Wallace monument
ana it is situated very similarly.
We trust that the people of Burlington
Viii fully appreciate the action of the
society Of the Sons of the American Rev.
nluiion in This matter and 50 far "a
they may called upon TO do SO will aid
he project in every way. II will ccIraiu-
" be the most notable addition that II. ,
been made for some time to the at
tractive features of what We delight To
hear called "bcautifuI Burlington" Some
of the best Judges of natural scenery
have declared the Wow from Indian
Rock and from the Nortl, Pinnacle to b.
PERHAPS the two finest views in the
state. 1t will contribute very much to
'he best interests of Burlington 10 have
this opportunity to take visitors to such
a place and show them the wonderful
beauty OF our city and its surroundings.
1t should bc noted in olosins that the
name. Indian Rock has been given to
this srot by reason Of the legend which
is said to be well established that il was
the point of outlook for the Indians
Tor long ages before the white man
came into this country. The Indians of
'h" Connecticut valley were wont TO
make annual forays into the Champlau
valley They came W the Connecticut
river and crossing over came down the
valley of the Win00ski, and when near
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1904-12-01

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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1904-12-01
WATER SUPPLY OF VERMONT
RIVERS.
dTrom the Brattleboro Reformer)

From the Brattleboro Reformer)
4 bulletin issued ny the United states
geological survey describes the work,
and the value Of tho work, which S being
done in Vermont by the hNdrosraphc
branch Of that service
Gagins stations have bcou csta olished
a various points on the rivers tributary
t. ,:'-n Champlain and from these the
drauIsc area, hasin storage, amount Of
water flowing in stream and its Varia-
tiun. a"o estimated
Tho after itcm ie of great value in
determining the amount OF watcr avail
ahle at ce,taiu points for municipal water
supply ard water power purposes. II
continued long enough 10 cover the
variety Of seasons occurring from VNar
70 year. these Observations afford safe
estimate Of the amount Of water which
may hn expected in the streams during
Wet or dry times.
The variation of tho water supply in
tho streams Or the state studied in con-
Injection with forestry. forms an interest
ing iieid FOR investigation and one which
may reveal facts vital to III. future
welfare Of tn. state.
This work has peen established by the
federal survey, out an effort to secure
an appropriation for its continuation from
the present lcssatur" has bacu made.
in which cas-" the amo,tut would be
duplicated by tho geological survey.
10 this demand as to many others as
WORTHY and useful. Normonts lecisla-
tors must make repll with thu proper =
ton hotwocn her resources ana tho call
mad. upon them iudicij'ly in mind. We
must advance os fast as possible III all
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1904-12-01

The Daurh."rs or tho Revolution have
cen very active in this way, having al.
ready PLACED a bronze tablet upon the
rock by tho roadway mIrlSirr the site
rs being III" residence of Ethan Alton az
the time o. his death which occu,rcd
ncar that spot His doath it will no re-
menberrd. Wa ca0S,d ivy a stroke Of
,pGpleNv which came while he was
driving load of hay tn town. Nc fen
from tn wagon ard was found dead by
he side Il The roadway.
y is % j." hoped that in tho nca.
future tho Burlington fraction ccmrany
viii see rs to ,Xt"nd tho elect, ic ro.,l as
tar as this place so thai Mo hundreds of
people thu. viii desire 10 visi, the yuot
can readily do 50. u will he zinc mos.
attractive pl"asur" ground that Burlii e.
ton could no 'sihlV possess and easy Access
wo lid he Of very great advantace.