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THE SIMPLE LIFE.
Ways That Are Pleasant and Paths
That Are Peace.

It is the simple life that gives
length OF days, serenity Of mind and
body and tranquility Of soul
Simple hopes and ambitions, bound
ed by the desire to do good to ones
nelghbors, simple pleasures, habits,
food and drink.
Men die long before their time be-
cause they try to crowd too much into
their experiences-they climb toe
high and fall too hard. A wise woman
writes Of the good that a simple diet
has done her:
II have been using Grape-Nuts for
about six months. began rather spar
lngly, until acquired such a liking
for It that for the last three months
have depended upon 1t almost en-
tirely for my diet, eating nothing else
whatever, but Grape-Nuts for break
fast and supper, and | believe could
eat 1t for dinner with fruit and be sat
isfied without other food, and feel
much better and have more strength
to do my homework.
when | began the use OF Grape
Nuts | was thin and weak, my muscles
were SO soft that was not able to do
any work. | weighed only 10S pounds.
Nothing that ate did me any good.
I was going down hill rapidly, was
nervous and miserable, with no ambl-
ton for anything. My condition i'm
proved rapidly after began to eat
Grape-Nuts food. It made me feel
like a new woman; my muscles got
solid. my figure rounded out, my
weight increased to 126 pounds in a
few weeks. my nerves grew steady
and my mind better and clearer. My
friends tell me they haven't seen me
look so we'll for years.
Il consider Grape-Nuts the best
food on the market, and shall never go
back to meats and white bread again"
Name given by Postum Co., Battle
Creek. Mich.
There's a reason.
L~ok in each pkg. Tor the little
book. The Road to WellYille"
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1905-03-30
CHAPTER XVI.

AS she looked about her, in the tan
gled and shadowy forest, where the
night was already coming darkly,
new terror arose within her. and she
sought to return by the way she had
come, but this was only to find her
steps cut off by still denser masses Of
forest growth. Even as she stood
hesitating, there came faint cry, like
that of child, and rush of hopeful
ness thrilled her at the thought of
something human being near in the
gloom and oppressive stiffness.
Then there fell upon her a freezing
terror, as she suddenly recalled the
slaves telling recently of panther's
voice having been heard at night, near
the settlement; and she remembered
that they had likened it to the crying
of a child.
Trembling with fright, she stood,
glancing about in terror, wondering
which way to turn, when another
sound came family. 1t was sound
she had heard before, and one no
nearer could ever forget; short,
quick bark, followed by prolonged
howl-the cry of the timber wolf.
Gathering her draperies closely, she
sprang forward again, all color gone
from the dainty little face, now ashen
with fear, against which the bushes
and low branches beat numerically.
Again and again the fiendish cry rang
out, to be succeeded by another, and
then another, as if the first call had
summoned multitude of wolves to
the chase. But, for all her dainty fem
ininity, she had a mans heart for
courage in the face of danger; and,
as she still kept on, with clenched
hands and painting breath, small
cabin showed in clearing before her.
A new strength came to her at sight
of this refuge, and she rushed toward
It, to find only an untenanted ruin,
with its door fallen from the hinges.
But she saw upon the floor large
aron ring, which indicated the entrance
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to a cellar; and, selling this, she
pulled at it with all her strength.
A small section of the floor lifted,
creaking on rusted hinges, and dash
ing wildly through dust and cobwebs
that rose with it, she plunged into the
shallow opening, earth-walled and
floored, the dust filing her eyes and
nostrils, and half-choking her, as she
painted sobbingly for breath.
A few moments later she grew cold
with an agony of apprehension, when
she heard the noise of her pursuers'
feet upon the flooring over her head,
and their snuffling at the cracks in the
cellar door. How long 1t lasted she
scarcely knew, cramped as she was
in the darkness, aching, throbbing-
half-swooning, with the dreadful crea-
lures bowling and snarling above her
head; how long 1t was before the bay
ing of beagles, faint at first, sounded
in her ears.
Nearer and nearer came the sound,
growing strong and clear; and then
she heard the shouting Of voices.
This brought a new fear-for might
not these come from those fully as
much to be feared as were the wolves?
The island, as she knew, was several
miles long; and she had always known
that It held others besides her grand
fathers household
She listened tremblingly. a new
dread encompassing her as the voices
of the beagles now broke out close to
the cabin. Then there was a rushing
sound, followed by an uproar indicat-
ing a fierce struggle. At length the
combat seemed to surge through. the
cabin door, and voice which She rec
ognized as that of black Zebo. one of
her grandfather's most trusted slaves,
shouted. Oar goes de last debbil,
maxim for de woods! Shoot him. boys
shoot eb'ry hide yer can see!"
Roselle callc. % him, but her voice
sounded faint and unnatural to her
own ears. Then the door was lifted,
and the binding light Of a torch
flashed in her face.
take me out; take me home." she
cried. raising her arms appealingly,
while she sobbed like terrified child.
A mans voice, one she was too be-
wildered to recognize, answered her.
Little Rose-my precious little Island
Rosel"
A husky, shaking voice murmured
these words against her ear, where
she felt the pressure Of warm lips.
"Ah, thank God have thee safe
againl"
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1905-03-30
ABOUT THE AGE OF A CROW.
A Tag Would Indicate That One Lived
More Than Twenty Years.

More Than Twenty Years.
A farmer living near Orrville, Ohio,
says a correspondent of the Toronto
Globe, has just received a much-prized
little aluminium plate marked as FOL.
lows: Return to George McCarren,
Orrville, o." with which an interest
ing story is connected.
George McCarren, Sr, father of the
man who received the little billet Of
aluminium, was an eccentric naturalist
and spent much time in the study Of
birds and insects. During McCarren's
youth, about twenty years ago, he
says he remembers being told by his
father, the elder McCarren, of dis
pute the latter had with a fellow nat
uralist at Akron, Ohio, as to the age
to be attained by common crow, and
finally, to settle the matter, McCarren
attached an aluminium tag to the crow
captured in the fields and sent the bird
forth with the plate securely fastened
to its neck by wires. The legend on
the plate requested the nnder 10 re
turn It to McCauen in case anything
should happen to the bird.
As McCarren, Jr., remembers II, the
two men made bet as to whether the
plate would be returned within TWEEN
ty years. II the crow were killed or
died they counted on the little billet
being found and returned to the ad.
dress on the plate. II this were not
returned they believed It would be sui
fcient evidence that the bird would
5e still alive. McCarren bet that the
plate would not be returned within
that time; hence he won the bet. The
crow was killed by a farmer boy
named Anglers in Holmes county last
week. and the billet returned to the
son Of the better. the elder McCarren
having died before he could realize the
proceeds e?d ....,e satisfaction OF win
ming his wager. The little billet Is
highly priced by the McCarrens as q
memento Of the fathers eccentricity
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Eoo Of Captive Ssttlesnake.

One Of a boxful Of four rattlesnakei
sent to Fred Kempel from California
three or four days ago laid an egg
which is said to be almost without
precedent, as snakes in captivity new
er breed.
The egg Is only little smaller
than a hens egg. and the small rat
tier can be plainly seen curled up in
side OF the Opaque membrane. II I,
expected to hatch within day or two
Few naturalists have ever been abb,
to locate the eggs Of the rattlesnake
owing to the fact that the snake II
exceedingly torpid at the time. and
seeks the bottom Of its hole, so az
not to be prey for the birds. which
attack it.-Bilwaukee Sentinel.
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IS AFTTTE IL
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Nv BY MARY DEVEREUX
y NTH ILLUSTRATIONS BY DON {. WILSON
N99Ha0M 1o2 sv I%s A1aog sH7 cowaa03
DAHL
BY MARY DEVEREUX

The touch and the words struck
sharply through her benumbed senses;
and with a cry of alright, she strug-
gled to free herself.
What Is it?" asked Laftte, now
speaking firmly and quickly. Are you
hurt, child-are you injured in any
way?"
do not-do mott" the girl COM
manded, now uncovering her face, and
looking up at him with an angry light
sparkling in her eyes. "How dare
your"
Drawing back a step, LATTE stared
at her in amazement until suddenly
recalling what Nato had told him a
short time before, and realizing that
what he had then feared was indeed
true, he stood before her speechless,
new agony growing in his pale face.
For moment she met his eyes I'M
flinchingly. Then, dropping her own,
turned from him with a shudder, as
she said coldly. 81 wish to be taken
to the house, Captain"
She stopped as if checked at the
thought of uttering his name.
"In a moment, mademoiselle," he
answered with the cool courtesy he
would have shown stranger. Your
grandpere has been alarmed on your
account. He had sent for you to come
and bid me adieu; and then, when
your absence was discovered, it was
quite late"
She said nothing, nor did he, for the
space of full minute. Then, with
his face turned to the darkness out
side, he resumed:
IF the day may ever come when
you can think of me with less con-
domination, remember always what |
tell you now. | do not, nor can ever,
blame you. And, if l can ever serve
you, you have but to comamnd me,
always and forever"
Some of the slaves, who had re-
turned from the hunt, now sent up a
joyous shout at sight Of their iii
Ma'm'selle" unhurt; and, rising, she
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smiled upon them as they gathered
around her.
Two of them, under Laftte's direc-
ton, made a seat of their interlocked
hands, and, bearing her between them,
set out for the house, with faring
torches lighting the way.
The proclamation of Gov. Claiborne
resulted in inducing Count de Gaze
neau to return to his New Orleans
home earlier than usual; and Lafitte's
house in the city was closed, while a
trusted negro overseer was left in
charge of the blacksmith shop, with
orders to say that his master had gone
away upon matters of business.
1t was to Grande Terre that Pierre
had gone, feeling that time was near
at hand for the joining of issues be-
tween his confreres and the govern
ment, and wishing. as always, to share
the fortunes of his foster brother.
On the western shore of Grande
Terre, with several miles of forest
lying between 1t and De Cazeneau's
house, was the so-called fort" of the
Baratarians, standing upon a grassy
eminence dotted with magnificent live
oaks, and terminating at BLUM not
many feet above the sea.
It consisted Of fair-sized building
and several smaller ones. all Of wood,
enclosed within a stockade; and a
few cannon protected the fieet-now
consisting of two brigatines, some
small schooners and sloops, and a
large number Of smaller craft-an-
chored in the harbor at the rear Of the
island.
Outside the stockade were many
huts. constructed OF logs, and with
matched roofs, where we're always
domicied a small army OF Lafitte's
retainers. while he-when at Grande
Terre-and a few Of his sub-leaders
had their quarters inside.
Shell Island. already mentioned. up
one of the almost inaccessible bayous,
was his most frequent abode. where
he kept about him only few devoted
followers; and here, amid impene-
trable forests. was conducted the
building OF vessels.
War between the United States and
Great Britain had been waging for a
year or more; but II had not yet
threatened Louisiana, nor had any
preparations been made at New Or
leans to resist an attack from the
enemy.
But, in the summer Of 1913. occurred
de horrible massacre at Fort Minis,
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in the Mississippi valley, occupied by
some two hundred and seventy per-
sons, many of them women and chill
dren, of whom all but seventeen were
put to death by the Creeks, one of the
tribes which the English had won
over for allies.
Gov. Claiborne had foreseen this
threatened peril, but was powerless to
avert it, for his forces were few and
scattered, while the Indians seemed in
Vulnerable, and moved with wonderful
activity. But the governor did all in
his power to restore confidence; and
not long afterward Gen. Jackson ut
terly destroyed the Creeks at Talla-
dega.
my heart may be telling me wrong
fully, Pierre" Jean said, as the two sat
talking in their abode at Grande Terre
"a cabin outside, but luxurious with
in, "but have feeling that If now
go to the emperor I may find the OPP
portunity for serving him; and that
this may prove to him the love that
has never died"
Perhaps" answered Pierre, hest
tatingly. But what is it that makes
you think you may be of service to the
emperor and France?'
ITO say truth, have no idea that
is definite; but l feel an irresistible in
clination to go, and see if the oppor-
tunity offers"
IF you should find service over
there-then what?"
why" replied Jean, then you can
wind up our matters here, and come
over to join me. Why not?"
"Why not, indeed? That is assured
ly what would do, if" and Pierre
hesitated for an instant-"I could"
"And what can PREVENT
"In such a case" Pierre replied de-
liberately, there would be valuable
cargo to come with me, and watchful
enemies here to blind. Then possibly,
or most probably, by summer or fall,
with the English vessels patrolling the
waters around us, the safe getting
away might not be so easy matter"
Summer and fall are not now" was
the oracular declaration; land by the
time they come, it may be that the
English will have been made to stink
home again, as once before
81 don't feel at all sure as to that"
Pierre commented, as he rose to cover
the embers upon the hearth, Then,
turning to Jean, he continued, az
though there had been no Interrupt
ton, Il tell thee, lad, that Louisiana
has always possessed great attrac
ton for Great Britain"
"Grant it," said Jean, rising and
stretching himself. "Then all the more
reason why, in case they succeed in
obtaining 1t, that we should wish to
live somewhere else"
"Ah, but | am not saying that they
will rule here!" exclaimed Pierre, with
a showing of anger at thought of the
possibility suggested by Jeans words.
God forbid"
amen to that" said Jean, laughing
at the quick change in his foster
brothers manner and look; and they
soon parted for the night.
1t was bright morning in May that
the "Black Petrol" with Jean LATTE
and a picked crew, and bearing a car.
go Of rich merchandise sailed from
Barataria; and Pierre, his heart filled
with loneliness and misglvings, sat on
the bluff, watching her sails until they
melted away on the horizon.
ITO no continued
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Making a Sale.

LET me see some of your black kid
gloves" said lady to a shopman.
These are not the latest style, are
they?" she asked, when the gloves
were produced.
yes, madam" replied the shop
man; we have had them in stock only
two days"
Il didn't think they were, because
the fashion paper says black kids have
tan stitches, and vice versa. I see the
tan stitches, but not the vice versa"
The shopman explained that vice
versa was French for seven buttons,
so she bought three pairs.-Tidblts.
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His Exclamation.

"But why" | asked the good wife,
are you so anxious to secure the top
flat in that tenstory apartment
house?"
Because" exclaimed the household
freight payer, the elevator would be
a great help to US in bringing up the
children"
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Her Mirror.

an take that" said the man, indl.
eating a sllvermounted hand glass,
"and want you to engrave on IT,:
From ]. ]. B. to Phyllis"
Very WE'LL" replied the salesman; ;
well put 1t on the back here"
"Oh, no, put 1t around the edge on
the front. want her to see it,
Philadelphia Press.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1905-03-30
A crusher for Ton,

II wish they'd invent new express
sion occasionally" said Top, as he pc.
rused the account of a recent wedding.
ITS always the blushing' bride"
We'll" replied Mrs. Top, when you
consider what sort Of husbands most
girls have to marry you can't wonder
at them blushing. london Tit-Bits.
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ALI ARRANGED In Advance.

Tess-They say If you walk down
stairs backward with a lighted candle
In your hand the first man you meet
will be the one you marry. LIN going
to try that on Halloween.
Jess--So am l. 1t must be done on
the stroke of o'clock.
Tess-Oh! You don't have to do II
at any particular hour.
Jess-Yes, | do. told Jack Han
som to call promptly at o'clock.
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Friend-Well, your old love has
married your rival. l see.
Discarded Sutton (fendishly)-
Sheath! I've got even with him!
They will quarrel the first week, fight
the second and separate forever in the
third.
Friend-Great snakes! What have
YOU done?
Discarded Suitor--I presented the
bride with one of those fluffy, red.
eyed, snarling, barking pet dogs.-New
York Weekly.
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Cite CLARA.

Aunt Jane-"No, Clara, you aren't
pretty. But suppose the young man
who calls upon you tells you you are
the most beautiful woman in all the
world?"
Clara-"Yes, but 1t is after I have
lowered the gaslight. boston Tran
scriDt
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Handing Out a Strong Hint.

"Say, Doc" insinuated the man who
was trying to get little free medical
advice, 'supposlng you had case OF
chronic dyspepsia, now; what'd you
consider the best course to pursue?"
well, sir, If had such a case I
should treat 1t according to my pro-
fessional ability, and then charge
what | believed a fair fee. Do make
myself plain?"
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Not Much Risk,

Examining Physician flor insurance
company)-"I'm afraid we can't take
you, sir. You are too great risk"
Applicant (resignedly)-"Well, per
haps l am. The fact is, that when
get sick never send for doctor.
Just lay around until get WELL"
Examining Physican-"Eh? Um-
we'll take you"
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Limited Capacity.

Barney says he reads all the new
books that come out, and yet he can
never discuss them"
Probably reads them so fast that
he has to forget one to make room for
another. Detroit Free Press.
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Mrs. Goodthing-Here's some pie,
but you got dinner from me yes.
terday. Why don't you learn some
trade?
Tramp have learned one, ma'am,
I'm a retoucher-St. Paul Pioneer
Press.
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A Modern COTTAGE.

Paper Hanger-Well have to paper
right over the old paper. We cant
get this paper off without taking the
plaster along with it.
Owner (modern cottage)-Because
the paper sticks to the plaster?
Paper Hanger-No, because the
plaster sticks to the paper,
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A Bad Break.

Nordy-Why did you fire your
stenographer?
Butts-Oh, he was always making
b!unders, and he finally got me into
serious trouble with my best girl.
Nordy-As to how?
Butts-I dictated the message. 81
send you box to keep your collars
In" and he transcribed 1t. ito keep
your colors In"
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Oualifvinu,

They're comparatively rich, aren't
they?"
"Well, wouldn't say comparative
ly,' but relatively They have rich
uncle of whom they expect great
things"
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AVOIDING Extravaqance.

Mr.. Biblets-Now. m dear, I'll tell
you how | happened to get home SO
lete If you'll only listen.
Mrs. Biblets-All right. Turn of the
radiator before you begin. will you.
Mr.. Biblets-Wha' for?
Mrs. Biblets-Oh, 1t seems so ex.
travagant to have steam and hot air
both going at once.
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roo Much Of a ceIebratlon.

"I saw Henpeck to-day and he was
very much under the influence Of
drink" remarked Nagget.
well, there's some excuse for him, y
replied Mrs. Nagget. HE lost his wife
last week."
Il know, but a man should be able
to celebrate without making hog OF
himself. philadelphia Press.
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DoIly's Reminder,

Charlie Dinbats Ito Dolly Semis
quaver, who is about to make her de-
but)-Tell me when you sing and I'll
send you some flowers.
Dolly-Please remember at the time
that the only flowers l care for are
on hats.-Town Topics.
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WI "a NAC ANSDCSSA1
of Topeka, Kans.,
Room 10, S12 Kansas
Ave-, writes: Il used
Doan's Kidney Pills
during the past year
for kidney trouble
and kin red all
ments. I was suffer-
Ing from pains in the
back and headaches,
but found after the
use of one box of the
remedy tn a t the
troubles gradually
disappeared, so that
before | had finished
a second package l
was we'll. l therefore
heartily endors Q
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Needed Money.

De Style-Was the Duke on his
knees when he proposed to Miss Mil.
yins?
Gunbusta-No; on his uppers.
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Does Not Hold Good Always.

There's nothing like perseverance,;
II wins out In the long run"
Not always; did you ever see q
hen on a porcelain eggi"
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When a man Is set in his ways he
is not apt to hatch out any new ideas.
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A QUICK RECOVERY.
A Prominent Topeka Rebecca Office
Writes to Thank Doan's Kidney
Pills for II.

Mrs. G. E, Bumgardner, a local Off
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You never hear a man advocating
polygamy in talking to his wife.
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(Signed) Mrs. c. e. Bumgardner.
A FREE TRIAL-Address Foster
Milburn Co., Buffalo, N. Y. For sale
by all dealers. Price, so cents,