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Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28

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Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28

During the Spanish war the men Of
certain New York regiment, re-
cruiied on the east side were spoil.
ing for fight, and it became neces-
sary to post sentry to preserve
order. A big, husky Bowery recruit,
of pugilistic propensities, was put on
guard outside, and given special orders
to see that quiet reigned, and, If
trouble came his way, not to lose pos
session of his rife. Soon generar
roH began. The soldier walked his
post nervously, without interrupting
until the corporal of the guard appear.
ed on the scene with reinforcements.
why didn't you stop this row."
shouted the corporal. The sentry, bal.
ancing his rifle on his shoulder, raised
his arms to the boxing position, and
replied: Sure, phwat could | dc
wild this gun in me hands!"
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28
CHAPTER XXI.
The Test.

The Test.
A stiffness so tense as to be almost
painful succeeded the plaintiffs words,
and the summons to admit the defend
ant while the plaintiff passed him on
his way to the seclusion of the office.
Mr.. Hamilton, for such he was, un-
doubtedly, whether the true or false
claimant, was deeply moved, as was
apparent to all when he stood in the
witness-box before them all. His face
was pallid, his eyes were cleaning,
his hands were tightly clenched.
All glances were riveted upon him
with astonishmeat as he said in a
strange tone, not waiting to be ques.
toned at all:
Il will go to get II. ! will go to get
it."
Twice he said it, and then stood
looking at vacancy rather than at the
judge.
The judge directed that the counsel
for both parties and the jurymen at
tend the defendant to his destination,
il not too distant, and see the search
take place. Meanwhile the court
would adjourn until one o'clock. And
His Honor went to dinner. The sher-
iff followed the thirteen, who filed
down the street toward the bank build
ing, no doubt the place to which the
defendant was leading them. Tall,
erect, impressive, he passed on as in
dream, never hesitating, never
speaking, neither looking to the right
nor to the left
Thus he led them to the bank and
up the steps. Pushing open the door,
Mr.. Morley explained their errand to
the cashier.
''It is in the vault, the safe, the
small drawer" said the defendant, and
the cashier successfully opened each
receptacle except the drawer.
81 have no key to that" he said. 81
have never been able to find it. The
directors told me nothing was ever
kept in it. because it was not account
ed safe receptacle, being poorly con-
structed."
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28
my prone upon floor.

the full reason of his trips, and his
wife chose to make a mystery of
them. They had nothing to do with
seeking for twin brother That silly
fiddle-faddle has no part in the de-
Tense. The only other children born
to the Hamilton parents were a boy
and a girl, who died In their infancy.
The confession Of Hannah Sargent is
of no account, she having told at least
half dozen different stories about the
matter.
when Mr.. Hamilton was away he
was taken with a peculiar malady, a
species of insanity. He forgot his
name, place of residence, everything.
Mr.. Barnstead, shall prove by the ev-
idence of his friend Hurd, did not see
Hamilton on the fifteenth; that it was
the next Thursday that he witnessed
the meeting at Portland depot, instead
of Friday, when Mr.. Hamilton left
home. The claimant is none other
than the notorious Ashley, who got
cornered at Portland depot that very
day, and was arrested by the sheriff
from Goodwill, Harrison county, Ne.
braska.
You will recollect that Mr. Barn
stead in his testimony could not swear
that he saw the meeting take place
Friday; but Mr.. Hurd Is ready to af-
firm, on his oath, that it was nearly a
week later that he heard the account
from Mr.. Barnstead, and that 1t was
told to him as If it occurred on Thurs
day.
Ashley was taken to Goodwill and
incarcerated in jail there, and 1t was
in that town his hair changed from
light to dark. The prosecution does
not deny that this man, the prisoner,
was the claimant, or that 1t was there
the remarkable change in the color of
his hair took place. It would be use
less to do 1t. They only venture to
put in the plea that he was arrested
in the place of another, and to base
this they are compelled to set up the
absurd story of the twin brother.
There is no twin brother, for he died
in infancy.
Ashley was visited next morning
in Jail by his wife. He denied that she
was his wife, and she did not contra
dict him until afterward. Then she
said that she was his wife. Ashley
got clear on the plea of being insane,
and was sent to the asylum. From
there he escaped, was supposed to
have been drowned, worked awhile at
mill and then came to Grovedale.
where he got employment in the mill
here He gave his name as Primus
Edes, said he was never married,
could not write; indeed, he appeared
to be very illiterate. He worked as
common hand at the mill until he
CHANGED to meet Mrs. Hamilton at
church and fell violently in love with
her.
HE began to prosecute her with at
tentions, and finally won her interest
by finding her little boy who wandered
away to the woods and got lost. Mrs.
Hamilton made him sundry presents
and professed to think he resembled
her husband. Ashley, alias Edes, be-
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28

gan to learn to write. and learned az
tonishingly fast. writing the name
Constance over and over again. HI
purchased violin and began to play,
Ashley was q fine player. as we shaL.
prove. and he was also well educated
Mr.. Hamilton could not play at all
Neither was he an ingenious work
man. Ashley was. Mrs. Hamilton put
on mourning and had monument
made to erect to the memory of her
husband. She often opened her win.
dow to listen to the strains of the vio-
lin played by Primus Edes as she
knew him.
Then Mr.. Hamilton returned with
a straightforward story OF loss OF
memory as the reason for his deten.
ton from home, and, very honorably,
settled up the bank troubles, as ne
said he could not absolutely affirm
that he had not done what was alleged
Of him. for he knew nothing of his
acts after he left Grovedale on the Of,
teenth of May. Mr. Carter and his
children received him with open arms.
Not so his wife. She preferred tc
doubt him. Mr. Hamilton took up his
place In the mill and In the communi-
ty, unchalleaged by soul except his
wife. Reports were brought to him OF
her affection for the man known as
Edes, but he paid no attention to them,
except to call him To the Office and
warn him against being seen on his
premises.
I'm about a week afterwards Edes
was shot there by some one unknown,
probably by Edes himself, to awaken
suspicion against Mr.. Hamilton, He
was i'll for three or four weeks after
wards, and when he was partially re-
covered he professed to recollect that
he was Hamilton instead of Edes.
Mrs. Hamilton protested to believe his
statement, or at least did not deny his
claims. Proof would be offered that
before his illness she wrote him let
ter. calling him her dear husband, and
signing herself Gala Lily, as she
sometimes did in her letters to her
friends, it being n pet name applied to
her fair, stately beauty when school
girl.
(To be continued)
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(To be continued.)
NEEDED MATERIAL TO WORK ON.
inventor Couldn't Guarantee to Per.
form lmpossibilities.


The late John Y. Muggridge, a bril-
liant lawyer of Concord, N. H., while
trying certain case in court 10 that
city, recognized in the witness on the
stand u man of great eccentricity
from a small adjoining town; In fact,
quite character, although consid-
cred mentally unbalanced.
Mr.. Muggridge being great hand at
Joking, and seeing here chance to
make a little fun for his brother law
yers, with sly wink In their direction
began his examination of the witness.
''Well, my good man." said the law
yer, what Is your name?"
my name, sir" replied the witness,
lis Clough-Dr. Clough."
"Ah," remarked the lawyer, 'Dr.
Clough--a physician, presumed"
NO" said the witness, mot a ply
stefan exactly"
Wen, then, why are you called doc.
tori" said the lawyer.
you see, sir" said the witness,
they call me doctor because | make
a kind of salve that when rubbed on
the head makes the brain work bet
ter"
Here Lawyer Muggridge, who was a
man Of great size, drew himself up to
his full height, and with another wink
at his colleagues, pompously remarked
to the witness: "And do you mean to
tell me, DR.. Clough, that II / should
take some of this salye of yours and
rub it on my head that 1t would quick
en- my intellect?"
"Oh, no, sir! No, sir" exclaimed the
witness; you have to have some
brain to start with"
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28
Opera in Arkansas.

See you had a comic opera here
night before last" said the patent
churn man, who had just come tc
town on one of his periodical visits
How was 1t? / notice the bills prom
Used great scenic production, and all
that"
"Ps-s-s.st! Come here!" Kissed the
landlord of the tavern at Polkville,
Ark. Hooking a forefnger through a
buttonhole in his guests raiment. he
led the astonished man off from the
porch, out across tie yard and around
behind the smokehouse. "Ps-s-s-st
That's what they called it, on paper
"a scenic productions my wife
(she amt. anywhere around within
hearin) said--you know how, women
are, hathaway, especially the best
but kind o. skinny ones; wife, when
she seen the chorus in tights-well,
from the way she acted then and what
she's said to me most ever since, I
sorter surmise that she considered It
an obscenic production. San Fran.
cisco Call.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28
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Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28
Every housekeeper should know

Every housekeeper should know
that II they will buy Defiance Cold
Water Starch for laundry use they
will save not only time. because 1t
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Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28

At this moment Tony Osborn came
forward with key 81 found it not
long ago." he explained, under the
corner of the safe"
TRY it." said Mr.. Morley, but the
cashier handed it to the defendant,
who inserted it in the lock.
The jurymen crowded forward to
see what was in the drawer. Nothing,
evidently, but a piece of tissue paper,
unless that paper contained the dia'
mond stud.
1t did.
A flash, a CLEAN, and the defendant
thrust it into the hands Of Mr.. Morley
instead of his own counsel's.
For my wife. Give it to her." and
then he fell prone on the floor.
Had he tainted? Was 1t fit?
The doctor was called and pronounc.
ed it the last, but he soon revived and
was in a short time apparently as well
as ever. He attended the afternoon
session of court, and was the center
OF curious interest to all. Indeed, II
was generally admitted that he had
triumphed by leading the jurymen
straight to the hiding place, though it
/uld not be denied that the other
claimant had indicated the place just
as surely by his words. Strange that
both should know what was a secret
except to one of them and to Mrs.
Hamilton! She seemed dazed by the
circumstances, while hopeless, de-
iected look settled over her counte.
nance.
Tony Osborn's testimony was taken
in the afternoon, and told against the
defendant, since 1t was plainly made
evident that he had distrusted him
from the first.
"Mr. Osborn" said Mr.. Morley,
"have you any reason for believing
that the claimant is not the true Vane
Hamilton?"
None, sir, except the color of his
hair. He has stood every test ! have
applied to him. He knows all about
the affairs that took place at the bank
when we were there together; he
seems to be the true Vane Hamilton
as knew him."
Two witnesses testified that Solo
mon Marks had been seen by them
near the mill on the day before the
shooting of the plaintiff, and that he
appeared to wish to avoid recognition.
Next, several citizens of Grovedale
were examined, and they testified that
they believed the plaintiff to be Vane
Hamilton, for he had told them oil
many instances known only to himself
and them, that he seemed familiar
with all their past lives, while the
other claimant did not. The testi-
mony of these witnesses was very
strong, and upon 1t the plaintiffs coun-
sci relied much for the success OF the
case.
The last witness to be called was a
man from Valparaiso, who testified to
The fact that ASHLEY was known to
him, and that recognized the de-
fendant as the nan. The plaintiff he
had never seen but once before. He
stated that he lad been engaged in
various nefarioni undertakings with
Ashley, who he thew to have been in
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28

Soon after the first baby was born,
the young wife went upstairs, one
evening, and found her husband stand
ing by the side of the crib and gag
ing earnestly at the child. AS she
stood still for a moment. touched by
the sight, she thought: ooh, how
dearly Charlie loves that boy!" Her
arms stole softly around his neck as
she rubbed her cheek caressingly
against his shoulder. The husband
started slightly at, the touch "Dar-
ling" he murmured. dreamily, sit is
incomprehensible to me how they can
get up such crib as that for ninety.
uine cents
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28
uNsIGHTLY BALD SPOT.
Caused by Sores on Neck-MerciIess
Itching for Two Years Made
Him Wiid-Another Cure
by Cuticura.

For two years my neck was COW
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to my hair, which fell out, leaving an
unsightly bald spot, and the soreness,
Inflammation and merciless itching
made me wild. Friends advised Cuti.
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as thick and healthy as ever. / shall
always recommend Cuticura. (Signed)
r.. j. Spalding, 1O4 w. 1o4th ST.. New
York City"
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28
HoW's This

We offer One Hundred Dollars Reward for an.
case OF Catarrh that cannot be cured by Halr
Catarrh Cure.
F. j. CHENEY & CO., Toledo. o
We, the undersigned, have known +. j. Cheney
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orabe In all business transactions and financially
able 10 carry out any obligations made by his Arm.
WALDING, KINNAS a. MARVIN,
Wholesale Druggists Toledo, o
Hairs Catarrh Cure Is taken internally, actint
directly upon the blood and mucous surfaces % hs
system. Testimonials free. Price Is cents 81
bottle. Sold by all Druggists.
Take Halls Family Pills for constipation.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28
In the Future.

Don't be foolish about It," exclaim-
ed the yourg bride. Hes merely an
old fame OF mine"
Indeed" cried her aged but
wealthy Husband. II suppose you
dream of his tender advances yet"
mo" she replied with far-awav
ook, mot yet"
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28
THE EARTH's AREA.

One OF the best authorities cstl.
mates the area OF the earth's surface
At 1876, 79l ,0S4 square miles, Of which
,bout 53,O00,OOO square miles is land,
he rest water. Throughout most OF
his 53,000000 square miles Pills
oury's Vltos has made its way be-
,ause it's so good. II Is the ideal
breakfast food, and may be had at
any up-to-date grocery.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28

AS you know, wrote you that my doctor
said must have AN operation or | could not
live. | then wrote you, telling on my ail-
ments. followed your ndvite and am en-
tirey well, | can walk miles without an
ache or u pain, and owe my life % you aud
10 Lydia Il, Pinkham's Vegetable Compound
| wish every suffering woman would read
this testimonial and realize the value OF writ
ing 20 you and your remedy. ~ Mrs Mary
Dimmick, Goth aud j., Capitol Streets, Btll-
ming T. o., Washington, D. g.
When medicine has been successful
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whose testimony Is so unqnestionable,
you cannot well say, without trying IL,
do net believe IL will help me II
you are ILL., don't hesitate 10 get a bot
tie Of Lydia h. Pinkham's Vegetable
Compound at once, and write Mrs. Pink.
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/ IL Is free and always helpful.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28

Nurse-"See, Charlie, the stork
has brought you nice little broth
er!" Charlie-"Yes. that's the wayi
Just as I'm getting on in the world
competition begins. "-Fliegende Blat-
fer
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28

The Peruna Lucky Day Almanac
has become fixture In over eight
million homes. 1t can be obtained
from all druggists free, BE sure to in
quire early. The 1906 Almanac is al.
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soon be exhausted. DO not put It off.
Get one today.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28

Ask Your Druggist for Aliens Foot.Ease.
81 tried ALIENS FOOT-EASE recent
iy and have just bought another supply. 1t
has cured my corns, and the hot, burning
and itching sensation IN my feet which was
almost unbearable, and would not be with.
out it now" Mrs. w. ]. Walker, Camden,
N. j." Sold by all Druggists, CSC.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28

"I've heard something simply awful
about Miss Highfyer!" exclaimed
Dolly. Where did you hear it?"
Polly. asked. "Why, some one TOLD
me at the charity bazaar!"-Detroir
Free Press.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28
Mother crays Sweet Powders for cb1sron.

Successfully used by Mother Gray, nurse
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Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28

Yeast-"I believe that liquor has
its uses, but there's a man VINO
abuses it." Crimsonbeak-"Is he a
hard drinker or a Prohibitionist?"-
Yonkers Statesman.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28

Dealers say that as soon as n Gus
toner tries Defiance Starch Il 10 i'm
possible to sell them any other colo
water starch. II can be used cold OF
boiled.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28

Hundreds of dealers say the extra
quantity and superior quality of De-
fiance Starch is fast taking place or
all other brands. Others say they can
not sell any other starch.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28

Don't you know that Defiance Starch
besides being absolutely superior to
any other, is put UP 16 ounces in pack
age and sells at same price as L.
ounce packages of other kinds?
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28
Mrs. Pinkham's Standing Invitation:

Following we publish two let
ters from woman who accep-
ted this invitation. Note the
result.
First letter.
+" Dear Mrs, Pinkhnm:--
For eight years | have suffered something
terrible every month with my periods. The
pains are excruciating and can hardly stand
them. My doctor says | have ovarian and
wolnb trouble, and | must 20 through an op-
Grafton II ! want To get web. | do not want
10 submit to IL II / can possibly help IL.
Please tell me what 10 do hope you can
relieve me- Mrs. Mary Dmmick, both and IL
Capitol ST. Benning 20, Washington, L. @
Second letter.
Dear Mrs. Pinkham:--
After following carefully your advice
and taking Lydia e. Pinkhams Vegetabl,
Compound, j am very anxious TO send yor
my testimonial, that others may know their
valueand what you have done for mo.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1905-12-28

Storekeepers report that the extra
quantity, together with the Superior
quality OF Defiance Starch makes IL
next to impossible TO cell any OF: II
brand.