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New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26

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 ITALIA
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 II now
go to the emperor | may find the op'
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?"
''To say truth, have no idea that
is definite but feel an irresistible in
clination to go, and see if the oppor-
tunity offers"
"Tf 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 Iwould do, if" and Pierre
hesitated for an Instant could"
And what can PREVENT"
In such a case" Pierre replied de-
liberately, there would be a 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 mttter."
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, as
though there had been no Interrupt
ton, 81 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 it, 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 id his foster
brothers. manner and look; and they
soon parted for the night.
1t was bright morning in May that
the BLACK Petrel," with Jean LATTE
and picked crew, and bearing car
go of rich merchandise. sailed from
and Pierre. his heart filled
with loneliness and misgivings, sat on
the bluff. watching her sails until they
melted away on the horizon.
(To be continued)
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26
CHAPTER XVI.

AS she looked about her, in the tan
gled and shadowy forest, where the
night was already coming darkly, a
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 of by still denser masses of
forest growth. Even as she stood
hesitating, there came a faint cry, like
that OF child. and a 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 freezing
terror as she suddenly recalled the
slaves telling recently of a panther's
voice having been heard at night, near
the settlement; and she remembered
that they had likened il 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. II was a sound
she had heard before, and one no
bearer could ever forget; short,
quick bark, followed by a 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 fendish cry rang
out, to be succeeded by another, and
then another, as II the first call had
summoned multitude of wolves to
the chase. But, for all her dainty fem
ininity, she had mans heart for
courage n the face OF danger: and.
as she still kept on, with clenched
hands and painting breath, small
cabin showed In a 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
iron ring, which indicated the entrance
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26
For Formal Affairs.

Here is an ideal suggestion for a
employed Is pale gray colienne and
the skirt is made with single box
plat in front and back, with groups
of side plaits over the hips. A de-
cidedly novel and attractive jacket
opens on the shoulders and is joined
by narrow straps of the material and
tiny cut-steel buttons, matching those
used at the closing down front. This
is worn over rich blouse of embroid-
cred batiste, whose sleeves are formed
of four flounces of embroidery. The
chic little turban is pale gray Nea-
politan, with black velvet band and
a bunch of white tips.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26
Linen Shirt Waists.

Shirt waists OF heavy linen will be
worn all winter, in place Of the lin
gerie blouses. which are SO evidently
not the character of these severer
styles.
Following in the wake of cashmere,
which was surprisingly popular last
winter-surprising because 1t had
been out SO long-henrietta promises
to be high In favor for dresses and
shirt waist suits and a hundred and
one uses.
The shaggy stuffs, which went out
with a bang a year ago, seem likely
to stay out indefinitely, although it's
a long way too early. to prophesy
about so definite q winter material
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26

Pudding bags should be made OF
heavy jean.
Never wash raisins that are to be
used in sweet dishes. 1t will make
the pudding or cake heavy.
A few drops Of glycerin put in the
fruit jars the last thing before sealing
them helps to keep preserves from
molding on top.
Rancid butter, boiled in water with
a pinch of charcoal, will be Invested
of it's rancidity and may be used for
cooking purposes.
Silver should not be put in wooden
bags. as the sulphur in this cloth tar
nishes the metal and neither should
rubber be placed near silver
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26

Toxic crepe and insertion form this
attractive bodice for young girl.
The yoke fits firmly over the Shout
ders and allows becoming blouse
without unbecoming fullness about the
neck, while long puff and tight cuff
effect smart sleeve. The round
neck has been provided for in the
pattern. and, If one desires, the entire
yoke and long sleeves can be discard
ed. short puffs taking the place OF the
latter, and deep bertha replacing to
a certain extent the former. Meslin-
cite in dull blue, mousseine in gray.
or crepe leda in rose, are suggested as
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26

the same time giving her the salts
faction of decollete neck, Is 10 cut
the gown with point instead of with
the regulation round neck. The "V'
should start about three inches above
the collar bones. quite concealing
those ugly salt cellars" which make
life-and full dress-a misery to the
bony. The "V" may often be bordered
with black velvet ribbon with excel
lent effect. A deep point of the kind
indicated comes quite low enough to
be considered decollete, while 1t merci-
fully hides defects and looks pretty
at the same time.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26

smiled upon them as they gathered
around her.
| Two of them, under Lafltte's direc.
ton, made seat of their interlocked
hands. and, bearing her between them,
set out for the house, with fiaring
| 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 q
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.
It 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 it and De Cazeneau's
house, was the so-called fort" OF the
Baratarians, standing upon grassy
eminence dotted with magnificent live
oaks. and terminating at bluff not
many feet above the sea,
II consisted of a fair-sized building
and several smaller ones, all of wood,
enclosed within stockade; and a
few cannon protected the feet-now
consisting of two brigatines. some
small schooners and sloops, and
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 were always
domiciled small army of Lafitte's
retainers. while he-when at Grande
Terre--and 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 It 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 1878. occurred
the horrible massacre at Fort Minis.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26
Busy.

And Dreams" said the Shakespear
ian actor, with graceful gesture,
ARE but the children of an idle brain"
"Oidle the divili" muttered the man
in the balcony. From the tonne Oi
wint to slape at tin o'clock last noight
till Oh woke up this mornin' Oh didn't
do wan domn thing but carry tn hooi"
Detroit Tribune
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26
Useful for OUTING,

A coffee-colored pongee is a useful
thing to buy for an outing. 1t is made
with full skirt laid in three or four
deep tucks around the foot. There
are embroidered dots in navy blue and
there is deal of English eyelet work.
Big holes are profusely embroidered
in blue wash silk. A deep blue silk
petticoat is worn underneath the
dress, letting the color show through.
The waist is mass of tucking and
navy blue embroidery.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26
ORANGE Sirup.

Select we'll ripened. juicy oranges
and crate the outside peel from them.
Cut up the fruit and press out the
Juice, and to each quart of orange
Juice add one pint of water and six
pounds OF sugar with one-talf of the
grated peel. Set over the fire. stirring
well, and gently simmer until the
sugar is dissolved. Strain and set
away in a cold place for use.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26
Feminine Intuition,

"a woman should know without
asking whether her husband is happy"
said the model wife.
81 can tell" answered young Mrs.
Torkins when Charley comes home
late to dinner and can't speak above
whisper, | know the home team has
won another game" - Washington
Star.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26

The other gown II of black cloth. The
skirt Is made of box plaits which open
out toward the bottom. where ii Is en-
circled with two bands Of the material.
the ends turned back on each side of the
front and fastened with buttons.
The jacket with basque is plated at
the shoulders and draped in front. where
It Is ornamented with straps of the ma
terial and buttons.
The turnover collar and the girdle are
of black velvet the former edged with
lace rufYie The chemisette Is of linen
with cravat of green silk. The
sleeves are tucked crosswise at the top,
form box plaits on the outside and are
finished at the bottom with bands Of the
material. cuffs Of velvet and lace ruf1es.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26

Select medium sized beets, cook un-
til tender and remove the skins while
still hot. Put the whole beets in
glass jars with one teaspoonfuI Of
granulated sugar, ill the Jars with
cold vinegar and seal them tight.
Spices can be added when they are
served II desired. Being whole, the
beets can be served in any form.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26

The gown at the left is of mauve taf-
feta The full skirt, slightly draped in
'front.' Is trimmed at the bottom with
ruches Of the material forming a fancy
design. The blouse Is almost covered
with a large shoulder collar, composed
OF shaped rufi1es of the silk edged with
mauve velvet and headed by bands OF
lace.
It Is finished around the slightly low
neck with the velvet fastened with loops
and buckles. This velvet also borders
the fronts opening over a frill. of lace,
with buckles to the wide corslet girdle,
which Ii also of velvet.
The sleeves. pulled and draped are fin
ished at the elbows with bands Of the vel
vet and lace rune
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26
A Land Of Nature.

Are you fond of nature, sir?' In
1uired the man in the smoking car of
bis new acquaintance.
Il certainly am" replied the stran-
ger. There is no man | love as | dc
the farmer"
And may inquire your business"
the first man queried.
You may" replied the stranger.
I'm the sole proprietor of get-rich-
scheme-through-the-m mails concern. -
Cleveland Plain Dealer.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26
No More Need of Tears.

Young Man Ito editor)-Here Is
little poem of a pathetic nature, sir.
| showed it to my mother. and she
actually cried over it.
Editor latter reading the poem)-
You say your mother cried?
Young Man-Yes, sir.
Editor-Well, you go home and
promise your mother never to write
any more poetry and l think the old
lady will dry her eyes.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26

to a cellar; and, seixing this, sh'
pulled at 1t with all her strength.
A small section of the floor lifted
creaking on rusted hinges, and dash
ing wildly through dust and cobweb'
that rose with 1t. she plunged into thu
shallow opening. earth-walled ant
floored. the dust filing her eyes ant
nostrils. and half-choking her, as she
painted sobbingly for breath.
A few moments later she grew colo
with an agony of apprehension, wher
she heard the noise of her pursuers
feet upon the flooring over her head
and their snufHling 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 heI
head; how long II 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 we're 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. 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 iierce struggle. At length the
combat seemed to surge through the
cabin door, and a voice which she rec
ognized as that of black Zebo. one of
her grandfather's most trusted slaves,
shouted. "Dar goes de last debbil.
maxim for de woods! Shoot him, boys
shoot eb'ry hide yer can see!"
Roselle called to him. but her voice
sounded faint and unnatural to her
own cars. Then the door was lifted,
and the binding light Of Q 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 recognise, answered her.
Little Rose-my precious little Island
Rose!"
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"
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26
No Horse for Him.

"tWhat you laughin' about?" asked
the Amosville livery stable loafer.
Summer boarder jist in an wanted
to hire a boss an buggy" answered
the buggy washer.
well, what of it?''
why, gosh ding it, when Dave.
acted like he didn't want to let the
mare out, the Teller pleaded with him
a while, an wound up by saying that
he'd drive over to Briggstown an
back jist as fast as he could. De,
troit Tribune.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26
SWeetmeat PUDDING.

Take one ounce each of orange peel.
lemon peel and citron. Slice them
very thin. Line a dish with puff paste.
lay the peel at the bottom mix the
yolks OF seven eggs with the whites
OF two eggs, adding five ounces of
sugar. Pour 1t over the sweetmeats.
Put 1t into an oven well heated and
bake thirty-five minutes.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26
His Observation.

Now. Tommy, remember" Tom
ny's mother cautioned him. You
know where bad little boys 90"
YES" interrupted Tommy, who bad
been told he must stay at home, they
go fishin' an swimmin' an have GEN.
eral good time" Philadelphia Rec
ord
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26
Her Opinion Of Mamma.

You should not complain, my child,
lbout our school hours said the
mother why, when l was a little
girl l spent several more hours a day
in school than you do"
II know, mamma" replied the little
thing; "but l suppose you were kept
in for being naughty"
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26
To Renovate TuIIe.

Crushed tulle can be made as
fresh as new by steaming it. Do not
let it become moist, but when thor
oughly steamed wrap it in dry towel
and then expose it to the air.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26
Attractive In White Flannel.
Blouse of white flannel made with
groups of stitched plaits fastened with

little straps Of the material and but
tons. The center plat and the col
lar are also ornamented with buttons.
The sleeves are full at the top, fitted
below, and trimmed like the blouse.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26
The Proof Id hand.

Yes. I did pay some attention to
Miss Filbert, but | finally began to
think that she was q person OF very
poor taste and"
''Sir, she is to be my wife!"
"And now I know it,
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26

The addition OF lemon juice - the
water in which rice is boiled w,I in
crease the wilderness and the grains
will readily separate thus treated
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26

Penman-Smilh q. the comic writer,
is in trouble over his golf game.
What's wrong?
We'll, when. his caddie laughs he
doesn't know whether it's at his Jokes
or his game"
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26
Small for Its Ace.

Patience have had that same
bathing suit for five seasons.
Patrice-SmaIl for its age, isn't it?
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26
n case 81 Need.

Redd-And does he take his doctor
In his automobile with him!
Greene-No: the doctor is afraid
to ride In the thing. He follows him
up In q carriage.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26
Ne Knew the Game.

Sunday School Teacher--W What be-
came Of the mantle OF Elijah?
Little Jimmy Brown They cut 1t
dewn an made 1t over f'r his kid
brother, I s'p0se.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26

Tess--She's pretty. but the great
trouble IL that she knows It."
Bess-orit boosting her.
Tess Boosting herr
Bess--Tes. She hasn't got sense
enough 10 know It.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26
Hiqher Aspirations.

Uncle Winthrop-And what do You
desire to be when you have become
a man, Emersie? When | was your
age I wanted TO be pirate.
Emerson Lowell Backbeigh-The
aspirations OF modern youth are SO
different, uncle. Now. should like to
be a promoter.--Puck.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26
What He Should Have Done.

II was a Connecticut man who set
trap for deer and caught his
mother-in-law.
or course be should have assured
her that she was dear, too.--Cleve-
land Plain Dealer.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26
here'e : Pretty seheme,

A clever little device for concealing
the collar bones Of the thin girl. at
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-08-26

ABOUT THE AGE OF A CROW.
A Tag Would indicate That One Lived
More Than Twenty Years.

| A Tag Would Indicate That One Lived
| More Than Twenty Years.
| A farmer living near Orrville, Ohio,
says correspondent of the Toronto
Globe, has just received much priced
lows: Return to George McCarren,
Orrville. O." with which an interest
| ing story is connected.
George McCarren, ST., 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 a dis
pute the latter had with 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 finder to re-
turn it to McCarren in case anything
should happen to the bird.
AS McCarren, Jr, remembers 1t, the
two men made bet as to whether the
plate would be returned within TWEEN
ty years. If the crow were killed or
died they counted on the little billet
being found and returned to the adj
dress on the plate. II this were not
ho1i Hx~ e,s,f
ficient evidence that the bird would
De 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 and the satisfaction of win
ming his wager. The little billet is
highly priced by the McCarrens as
memento of the fathers eccentricity.
EGG Of Captive ssattiesnake.
One of boxful of four rattlesnakes
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
err breed.
The egg Is only little smaller
than hens egg. and the small rat
tier can be plainly seen curled up In
side Of the opaque membrane. 1t is
expected to hatch within day or two.
Few naturalists have ever been able
to lecate the eggs Of the rattlesnake,
owing to the fact that the snake is
exceedingly torpid at the time, and
seeks the bottom of its hole. so as
not to be prey for the birds, which
attack it.--Milwaukee Sentinel.