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New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
CHAPTER ~.

The gray was flushing with rose
tints from the coming sun when a
loud knocking upon the entrance door
aroused the soldier on guard In the
hall.
open the door," a voice shouted
peremptorily. "Tatro! Pierre! A
thousand devils You fools inside
there, open the door, I say!"
The disturbance brought Greloire
from his improvised couch at the rear
of the hall; and climbing the ladder,
he pushed his head through the bro
ken window for sight of who might
be outside.
"who are you?" demanded the
young man standing before the door,
his voice indicating surprise as he
looked at the face of the soldier above
him.
That is what should like to have
you tell me of yourself, m'sieur." an
swered Greloire, in his usual dry man
ner, his not over friendly eyes noting
the details of the attire worn by the
aristocratically clad visitor.
"Dame!" now exclaimed the latter,
evidently more angry han before.
What business can be Of yours?
Who are you, that dare cavil over
opening to me the door of my fathers
house?"
"He is but one; md there are two
OF us to handle = .h cocksparrow
as could easily o<<rcome alone. with
one hand" said Greloire scornfully.
as the bars fell, and Etienne entered.
somewhat paler than usual, and his
hair and raiment disheveled from an
all.night's concealment in one Of the
outbuildings Of the chateau.
Wishing to see the baron, in order
TO press his demand for more funds.
the young man had. unannOunced,
come down from Paris, and CHANGED
to arrive the evening before. during
the widest part Of the melee.
He was by this time accustomed to
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
BY MARY (DEVEREUX

her to take the young ohcer into her
confidence. Looking up into the cold,
cIean-cut face before her, she asked.
you will not leave here to-day, Mon
sieur?"
perhaps; I cannot decide until
later"
Before you go, monsieur, l would
take it as great favor should you
let me ask of you some advice as to
a matter concerning him you seem to
love" And she glanced at Jean. who
was standing in the doorway, with his
back to them.
The officer, If he felt any surprise,
showed none. for he answered her
with kindly assurance. He then Joined
Jean. and the two went below, where
breakfast awaited them.
The two dead soldiers were buried
early in the afternoon; but the stars
were coming out when the door OF
the great vault was closed, and the
late baron left to sleep with his an
cestors.
Etienne. silent and repelling, stood
by, vouchsafing little notice of anyone
about him. Jean had taken care to
keep away from his half-brother;
and the latter replied with scant cour-
tesy to the lieutenant's salutation,
when they met for the first time, as
the baron's body was borne from the
house.
Margot was not Of those who had
stood about the tomb. Etienne's tenn
porary absence from the house being
assured, she had improved the oppor-
tunity to open the secret panel and re-
move the metal box and bags of coin,
which she hid away amongst her own
belongings. She proposed, with Jean
and Pierre, to seek a new home in
Toulon, where large number of Roy
alists, together with others who had
suffered persecution from the Revolu-
tionists, had found refuge.
Presently she saw Etienne enter
the drawing room, where Jean had
remained, having refused to leave the
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
Vienna Biscuits.

These are good to eat and not diff
cult to make. Rub two ounces of but
ter finely into four ounces flour and
one ounce of sugar and pinch Of salt
Put the yolk of one egg in cup, add
a little milk to it, pour them among
the dry ingredients, making them into
a soft. but not sticky paste. Roll out
about an eighth of an inch thick, cut
it out into rounds about the size Of the
top of claret glass: out of half OF
these remove smaller round from
the center. Put these cakes on to
buttered tin and bake in slow oven
till pale brown color. Melt two
ounces of good chocolate in pan. it
must not boil Spread some of the
melted chocolate on one Of the cakes
and press another that has the center
out quickly on the top. Proceed like
this with all Just before serving put
a piece of red jelly in the center.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
Resppearance Of Black Satin.

Black satin is one of the vogues of
the season-satin of the softest quail
ity, that Grapes as easily almost as
washing silk. For many seasons past
the black satin dress has been out of
fashion, and we have seen little of this
excellent material for the composition
of complete gowns, so that, for this
purpose at least, it reappears almost
as a novelty. One of the smartest of
black satin gowns is made with a
fiounced and gagged skirt. and the
prettiest of pelerines, opening back
and front over blouse of guipure
lace. Black satin blouse costumes
and others with fashionable draped
and cross-over bodices, with vests of
lace. are other pretty styles that are
creeping into favor.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20

I lieutenant, who was now seated at a
table, examining some papers found
upon the dead Fauchel; and consider
ing this an opportune time to make
known her plans, she had turned
toward the door. when Etienne's
voice, full of its old-time arrogance,
came to her.
"Jean, leave the room instantly, and
go to your bed!"
Margot paused in the doorway and
saw Jeans head raised with a bel
ligerent poise. Il will not 60 for you,
Etienne, when you order me in such
a rude fashion," he said, his voice
shaking with rage.
Uttering a vile oath, Etienne strobe
forward, and Selling him by the col
lar, dragged the boy from the chair
and began striking him.
Monsieur Etienne, do not you do
that" cried Margot, rushing toward
him. "Ah, mon Dieu! How can you
have the heart, and at such a time
as this?"
Jean was struggling in a wild fury,
using feet and hands to defend him.
brought to the lieutenant's mind the
scene of two years before, in the Tuil-
cries garden.
Hold, Monsieur lie Baron" he said,
distinctly and calmly. Il have the
right to tell you that you cannot thus
assert your authority in my presence"
Etienne, as once before, released
Jean, and turned to face the speaker,
to whom the boy now rushed, cling
ing to him with storm of passionate
sobs, coming partly from anger. and
partly from bruised heart.
Margot had drawn nearer to his
side; and, as Jeans sobs ceased, the
three confronted Etienne, who now
burst into loud. derisive laugh.
What can q bastard, and the
friends and champions Of bastard,
expect better?" he demanded, now
speaking deliberately. bis pale face
distorted by malice.
Margot started Indignantly, an
angry fame springing tito her eyes;
and the lieutenant said in low tone.
whose very calmness was 4 menace.
1T Is scarcely the act Of = gentleman
to insult the defenseless and the
dead"
INSULT" cried Etienne, now letting
loose all the Walls of his hatred and
malignity. "Peste! How can he be
other than I call him. when his mother
was no wife?"
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
He ohexed His Orders.

John was the new English butler in
the employ of Philadelphia family.
When John first came he was told by
the mistress of the house that she was
always at home to her sister, who
was a frequent visitor to the house.
The sister in question was pointed
out to John on her next visit, and
the mistress was satisfied in her mind
that John would obey orders.
Every time the sister called John
would admit the welcome guest with
reverent respect. 1t was her custom
to ask him before entering IL his mis-
tress was in, and 1t always happened
that she was, so John would nod and
profoundly bow her in.
But one day it happened that his
mistress was out when the sister
called. When John went to the door
she, as usual, asked IL her sister was
in, to which John nodded in the
affirmative and bowed her in. Johns
business at that moment took him out
in the yard, and he left her in the
parlor.
Divesting herself of her wraps, the
visitor began to look for her sister,
but seeing no signs of her downstairs
concluded that she was on one of the
upper floors. and went upstairs. OF
course, she failed to find her, and,
thinking that the butler might be
mistaken, went downstairs to inquire
of him again. She found him out in
the yard. and calling to him, asked IL
he thought his mistress had gone out.
as she ould not md her In the
house.
John, sitter rleditating a moment,
replied:
Yes, man, she his h'out."
"Out!" exclaimed the sister; why.
I thought you said she was at homer"
Yes, num-" came the solemn re-
ply, ''but she-tor me that she was al
ways at 'ome to you!"--Lippincott's
Magazine.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
Ornaments That Are New.

Brooches and pins offer plethora
of choice. Three little chicks, with
diamond eyes and bills of pale yellow
enamel standing on bar of gold,
make a novel design. Very attractive
brooches have the maidenhair fern,
the lily -of-the-valley and the snowdrop
treated with great delicacy and skill.
Fine enamels are employed for the
leaves and drop pearls for the flow
ers.
Endless are the devices for pend
ants and necklaces. The dainty chains
passing through a jeweled slide OF
dewdrop-like scroll work, with pend
ant pearls set tasselwise as finish.
gives charming effect. The rope of
pearls used as a necklace, with slide,
and terminating in veritable tassels of
pearls is also uncommon. Pendants in
festoon effect and the matrix in gold
and enamels are among the choice de-
signs.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
Maternal CURIOSITY

Tommy" asked Mrs. Tucker. Y
don't see Mrs Carstons old cat in our
back yard az more. What has be
come of it?"
Il don't know where 1t is now" said
Tommy. Last time | saw that cat II
was goin' towards Michigan.
Toward Michigan? On train?"
Nome. 'Crost the lake
I'm a boat?"
Nome. 1t kind o. jumped into the
water"
"Where?'
"Off the fishin' pier"
"You don't mean to say it was try
ing to swim in the lake?'
Nome. | guess it couldn't have
swum much, anyway, cause there was
a rock tied-say, II seems to me
you're gettin' awful curious about that
old cat, all at onCe!"
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
Waist Belts.

Waists for the most part are appar-
emily composed of belt and bodice dra-
perry and on the smartest frocks-
these that have a boned lining-the
belt is not detached, but is part Of the
bodice drapery cunningly arranged.
This arrangement must be well done
to be a success, and when accom-
plished it saves the fair owner of the
gown much trouble and annoyance
and missing connections" are not
likely to happen. Belts have changed
somewhat in their outline. They are
now extremely high at the back and
all the front depth is below the waist
line. which is so cleverly managed
that there is no droop or dip.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
Coffee Glace Icinu.

Sift half a pound of confectioner's
sugar into a pan over gentle heat,
add slowly enough warm water and
coffee essence to make it thick
enough to coat the back of a wooden
spoon. Stir it overt slow fire, but on
no account let it boil. If you add too
much water or essence stir in more
sugar till it is the right consistency.
Pour quickly over the cakes; it
should flow smoothly like thick
sauce After a few minutes it sets
and gets hard.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
A Little of Both.

He was poor young clerk, only
earning $12 per week. and when the
struggling lady told him that the bOok
was $125 he didn't feel that he could
afford a copy. Still he didn't like to
hurt her feelings. so he intimated that
he'd take a copy If she could change a
$40 bill.
There was no trouble about that.
The little black satchel she snapped
open didn't contain less than $3.50 in
small currency. The $12 clerk is still
wondering If he is an easy mark or
philanthropist-Lou Courier.
Journal
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20

such outbreaks; and suspecting quick
ly the position of affairs, had lost no
time in finding a hiding place in
grove, not far from the house.
At the tidings Of his fathers death,
q new expression came to Etienne's
face, softening its coldness; but this
quickly changed when, in reply to his
query as to who was in command OF
the escort, Greloire answered, Lieu
tenant Bonaparte."
An oath that made both soldiers
stare burst from the young mans lips.
II will go to my apartments" he
added, with return of all his haughti-
ness: land do both of you see to 1t
that am not disturbed by your off,
GER"
With this he stalked through the
hall. and up the stairway, shuddering
as he passed the blood-stains upon the
door.
Etienne's steps on the upper stairs
and along the oaken-foored hall
brought Tatro to the door of the room
where lay the two wounded soldiers,
one Of whom was evidently dying.
while the other was sleeping quietly.
"Ah, Monsieur Etienne, is it you,
sir?" Then, correcting himself with
Pardon Monsieur lie Baron" he
burst forth in quavering voice, 1T
Is surely sad return for you"
Somewhat softened by the old mans
words, and now realizing more fully
the horrors OF the night before, Ell
enne replied In an unusually kind
fashion. But when he ended by or
aering that a repast be brought to
ais rooms, Tatro's face showed sur
prise he dared not voice; for he won
dered that his new master could think
OF sustenance for himself. SO soon AZ
ter coming upon the scene OF his re-
cent loss.
Margot had slept little during the
night, but lay thinking OF what
changes were likely to come, now that
the baron was dead. An intuition
warned hor to secure the money and
valuables which the baron had In
trusted to her care; to take them from
their present hiding place, and have
them at hand, In case some additional
disaster should come. And. too. bear
ing In mind her masters command
that she remove Jean from Ettenne's
rule In case Of that Detailing which
now had come to pass, her perplexed
brain had At length evolved q plan
which seemed both wise and feasible,
But before attempting to put It into
executior- . curious impulse urged
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
The New Petticoat.

Women should be grateful to Lady
Wheatman Pearson for bringing an in
uovation in petticoats. The new petit
coat is made of white kid, about the
thickness of a glove, and reaches just
below the knees, where flounces of
ACE or silk are buttoned on. These
rufTies can be taken off easily and
changed to suit the wearer's pleasure.
AS Lady Pearson is the wife of an
enormously wealthy contractor, she
probably did not adopt this garment
because of it's economy, but rather for
The smoothness of its fit. Probably 1T
has been potent factor in earning
for her a reputation of having one of
the most graceful figures in London.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
Good Toilet Water,

Oil of lavender two drains; oil OF
lemon. two drains; oil Of neroli, one
DRAM tincture of turmeric, one dram ;
oil of rose, ten drops: oil of balm
thirty drops; alcohol, three pints; rose
water, one pint.
Mix the oils well with the alcohol
and then add the other ingredients,
Keep it bottled and use little In the
bath as needed.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20

The gown at the left is of soft cloth
trimmed with applications and bands
of the same cloth. These trim the
bottom Of the skirt, also the jacket.
The latter, with basque at the back
and sides. is cut OF In front in bolero
fashion and finished around the neck
with a shawl collar of light embroid-
cred silk.
The other gown is OF soft cloth or
cashmere. The corsage is covered
with two bretelles on each side meet
ing at the waist. These are bordered
with cord or soutache and lace rfs.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
propnr Cookiro NJ Onions.

Perhaps no vegetable is more abus'
ed by the careless or ignorant COOK
than the homely but particularly
wholesome onion The oil and rank
flavor which are Objectionable to many
palates and stomachs may be dissi
pated by soaking an hour or so In
warm water, after which rinse in cold
water. wipe dry and put on to cook in
boiling sailed water. Salt tends tc
preserve the peculiar flavor which is
the onions life, and no amount OF
after sailing can restore it.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
s1 399uds9ir @s'
The green bats are legion.

The green hats are legion.
Coque de roche is heralded again.
Some bib effects suggest ecclesias-
tic robes.
Dolly Warden sleeves show snug,
eight-inch cuffs.
Opalescent effects are as good in
gauzes as in paillettes.
A realistic dead rose appears in
most headgear clusters.
The last little piece of neck fur
fingers, but more for looks than
warmth.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
She Had No ScrupIes.

He had brought home a package OF
brick cheese and had rubbed a $40
bill over it just before he entered the
house.
But when he arose In the morning
the money had been distracted from
his vest pocket.
II didn't think you'd take that bill, v
he said to his wife with reproachful
full look.
And why not?"
Because 1t Is tainted money
Cleveland Plain Dealer.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
How 10 Wash Table Linens.

A firm of linen manufacturers gives
ZONE useful hints for washing table
and other linens. They advise the
best OF washing soaps. to begin with.
Soaps full of alkali discolor linen. 1t
is better to wiring linen by hand, or at
least have the rollers of the wringer
fairly loose. Be sure that the rims
ing process is thorough. A great i'm
provement in doing up linen is this
stock: Dissolve one ounce OF gum
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
Horseradish Sauce.

One tablespoonful of Mltter, two ia
blespoonfuls of flour, two heaping ia
of grated horseradish. a
teaspoonful of sugar: salt to taste:
enough milk to make it of the right
consistency. Melt the butter in a
saucepan. stir in the flour, and milk
gradually, stirring briskly, then put
in the salt, the sugar and, finally, the
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
Another Novelty.

The smart little capes made by
Partisan modistes to match coat ald
skirt costumes or princess robes OF
cloth are not often worn here. al
though the Parisians favor them
They give just the needed bit OF
warmth at times, without spelling the
color scheme of the costume or the
outlines of the figure.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
Looked Like X.

The man dropped slug into the
slot.
The machine was one of the kind
that occasionally returns the coin In
stead of shooting out slab of gum
purely for advertising purposes and to
gain the customers good willard
the slug came out again.
Great Scott" he exclaimed, turn
ing red. They've got a counterfeit
detector in there, have they? What
won't they do with these slot ma.
chimes next!"
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20

arabic in half a pint of warm water.
Add one tablespoonful of the solution
to quart of water and wiring out the
linens in the mixture A point in the
care of towels: Admonish the masCu-
line members of the family never to
wipe a razor on towel. The damage
done often does not show at the time,
but is apparent after the towel is
washed.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
Modish Silk Travel Coats.

Birmingham shantung and all the
heavy silks of this class are much fav
ored for motor and driving coats. trav
cling coats. etc. and have body enough
to tailor well. though they are some
times made up in elaborate fashion
with heavy lace for trimming.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
Baked Tomatoes.

Peel and slice some large tomatoes,
put a layer of tomatoes in a well-but-
tered dish, season with salt and paper
and strew with breadcrumbs, then an
other layer of tomatoes and crumbs,
until the dish is full, having some
pieces of butter and crumbs at the
top; cover closely and bake for half
an hour. Remove the cover, brown
and serve.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20

fes and ornamented with large fancy
buttons. Between them are plated In
s~rtions, or bands. of dotted tulle.
The full shirred or gathered chemi-
settle is of tulle trimmed with little
lace ruffies, and the girdle is of kid.
The sleeves are pulled and draped
and finished at the elbows with bands
of the material and frills of lace, the
former trimmed with soutache, or
ed over the hips and trimmed in front
with two bands Of the material Dor.
dered With the cord of soutache.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
A Vain Attempt.

O'Soaque--what was the matter
with that hoilermaker-was he drunk :?
McCoaque-was he drunk? Well
when saw him last he was trying to
make givetholes with q milk punch.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20

II see certain sewing machine
manufacturer advertises that his ma
chine win do the work OF = dozen
women"
.Yes? 1t must have q photograph
attachment. Philadelphia Press.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
Surer Thinc.

The Doctor-"Doesn't this scheme
for making gold out of sea water an
peal to your cupidity?"
The Druggist-'Not bit. I'm do
ing fairly well with mineral water
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
Different Facial Expression.

Bills-Did you notice the pleased
expression on her face when / told her
that she did not look any older than
her daughter?
Wills-No. l was looking at the ex.
preston on the daughters face
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20

An afternoon gown IN light-colored
taffetas, with deep-shaped belt finished
with embroidered buttons. The same
handsome buttons fasten down the
tabs on front and sleeves. Vest and
lower sleeves in lace. Skirt trimmed
with tucks overlaid with tabs fixed
by buttons to match
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
GETTING Younger.

Il heard Mrs. Giddy say yesterday
that she was only 80. You've known
her TOR q long time. haven't your"
Eyes. When I first knew her she
was 34."-Cleveland Plain Dealer.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20
One View Of Il.

But II she makes all her own
dresses | should think she'd be good
wife for you. 1t shows she's indus
trious and sensible
Not for me, thank you. II simply
shows how poor her father must be-"
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20

A little more than twelve dollars
buys dainty robe gown of Powered
net
Those new silk blouses cut like
mans negigee shirt are having a tire
mendous go.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-05-20

Jones-Do you believe that some
where your souls affinity waits for
you?
Out Late--I know Il; what's more.
she'll ask me where I've been.-New
York Mail
Just What Caused the Trouble.
ORourke-Fy did yez smash
O'Brien?
O'Reilly-Th' spalpane asked me "
I wud loike to have drink. | said |
wud.
O'Rourke--Yfs?
O'Reilly-An thin he said he wud
too.--Iouisville Courier-Journal.
Idle minds are scandal incubators.
Rich men have Golfers and poor men
have coughs.
Marrying boarding house landIady
II lazy mans job.
The principal products of some fac,
tories are strikes and lockouts.
A parson Is always the best man at
wedding. He gets the coin and takes
no chances.