Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1906-04-16

about 1S years of age, and though 4
half-breed remarkably handsome. The
scout watched her movements with in
creasing interest for he fancied he read
indications of pity and sympathy in her
countenance. while her dark eyes and
rosy cheeks made a deep impression on
his bachelor heart.
During the preparation of the evening
meal he did not cease to follow her ev-
cry motion with his eyes. When Nc
Zee had finished his supper in sullen ST.
fence Ballard was removed to another
portion OF the cavern. and additional
means OF security made use of. Having
accomplished this business satisfactorily,
the renegade whispered few words to
his wife and left the place.
Now thought Ballard. "is my time
10 devise some method Of escape If
Mckee brings Silas Girty here | shall
certainly be killed: So | must see what
can be done"
The scout had in his pocket bottle
OF pretty good whisky-a beverage of
when the Indians were exceedingly fond
and ne resolved to try it's virtues upon
Mrs. Mckee. He instantly informed her
OF the fact that n bottle of strong water
was deposited in the pocket of his hunt
Ing shirt.
This information seemed to have a
very cheerlul effect upon the tawny
spouse. and she proceeded with consider
able aiacrty TO take the coveted treas
nre from the woodsman's pocket.
Inc daughter said nothing, nor indi-
Gated by word or look any interest in
the matter. She sat by the fire absorbed
in thought. and Ballard began to fear
that she had entirely forgotten that such
person as himself was in the vicinity.
or had an existence anywhere.
100 pretty-too pretty!" he said to
himself. ito be in such II place a. this.
and surrounded by such Influences"
Meantime Mrs Mckee tasted the
whisky. and liked it so we'll that she
tasted again, repeating the operation
with marvellous alacrity and every sign
of enjoyment. She soon grew laxative,
and offered the young woman some of
the beverage. but she refused it with
strong manifestations Of repugnance,
which raised her greatly in the scouts
estimation. Mrs. McKee's utterances
grew thick and her conversation incoher-
ent. She finally sank upon the earthen
floor, completely overpowcred.
"lnnis." said the scout, for he had
heard her called by that name, don't
you think it would look better for me to
be up and walking about than to be
here?'
The maiden glanced toward her moth
er. but made no reply.
ITS hard to die at my time of life"
added Ballard.
Innis, signing. fixed her gaze upon the
fire.
I've got mother and sister at
Boonesborough," continued the scout.
perhaps they'll weep for YOU" re-
piled lnns.
But I'd rather save them the trou-
BILE he rejoincd.
What have You done to offend my
father!' asked Innis.
II reckon haven't done anything to
offend an honest man.
Il am very unhappy" added the maid
en-. Il know that the young woman at
Boonesborough and the other stations
know more than do They have friends
to care for and instruct them. while I
lead this ignorant and half savage life"
You must go to Booncsborough and
live, and persuade your father to be an
honest man. answered the scout kindly.
II must set You at liberty before my
father comcs,' she added.
God bless you," said the scout.
Innis Mckee approached Ballard and
with her fathers hunting knife severed
his bonds, and he sprang lightly to his
feet.
(lo Le continued.l