Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-05-28

yaid: This mas been nappy eVoAih6, Sut I am all the more sad now, reallz- ing that 1t is our last glimpse of civil lzed society for many long day. To morrow-ah! what will tomorrow be- Her voice broke, and Winslow hastened to say: When I left the cabin Col. Burr and MT. Blennerhasset were in consultation with your mother; no doubt matters will be arranged as you would wish. Fl am only sorry YOU are not going farther with us. We we have much enjoyed your com pany."
 And we can never forget your kind ness"
 There was short silence as their eyes met. Just then gentleman came on deck to say that Col. Burr desired au- dience with MT. Winslow. Excusing himself, Charles went below. v Descending into the cabin, which served as parlor, he was greeted by Aaron Burr with formal courtesy.
 You are doubly entitled to my grati-' 4tuds sir, as being no less an adherent of our enterprise than champion of distressed females. On my own behalf. I thank you for your zeal and loyalty; on theirs-well, on theirs, I have to ask another favor; 'tis the way of the sex" !" His black eyes twinkled merrily. and he took pinch of snuff Then blowing some of the particles of powder from his bun waistcoat, he said: "The plight of the lady, Mrs Creighton, and her daughter, you doubtless know. They cannot con- tinue with us on the river. since their final destination is one of the new set stlements in the recently acquired terri tory-near St. Louis, believe. Mrs. Blennerhasset has asked my advice; 1t lis, that the ladies be established for 2 the winter at Fort Massac. think there will be no dificulty in this plan. am II am acquainted with the command er." Here Col Burr cleared his throat, IS with tacti deprecation, and took an- other pinch of snuf.
 Tn early spring, they can proceed by keel boat up the river-the Mississippi. Or, in the meantime. if necessity arise, the Journey can be made overland. But whatever ultimate plans are decided upon, our present duty is plain. We must provide them with suitable es- cort." He paused, looking straight at .Winslow.
 The pause and look were full of mean ing, but the younger man ignored both, save by an expression of polite inquiry.
 q think you will agree with us" Burr continued, that it would be imprudent to leave the ladies at this time. in this nsafe country, without one whose sole
 :e would be their comfort. You will so see, that this one must be gentle man; that he must have courage and address. and above all, must be person whose company will be agreeable to the ladies in question. You guess my drift, sir?'
 "Modesty forbids," and the young man smiled. F'+ ssN
 Then. to be direct, let me say that you, of all men, seem best fitted for the charge; if you will undertake it, let me assure you of the gratitude of all con- cerned"
 winslow drew deep breath, and in the long pause which followed his eyes rove unseeing about the room. The slight, dark man watching him, read his thoughts, but made no effort to in- terpret them aloud. At last Winslow spoke: q am deeply grateful for your confidence. Col. Burr: believe me. re- alise the honor. also realize that hesi- tation is unchivalrous. but" slight pause, then he shrugged his shoulders with ill-concealed impatience. but all niceties of speech aside. and waiving sallantry. you surely can understand. cir. that must be disappointed at your command"
 My commando"
 "A request from our leader is equiv alent to . command; as such I obey it. But frankly state that am sorry to abandon the quarry-especially now, that the falconer himself is with us"
 The leader bowed T thank you, Your loyal appreciation makes 1t hard to part with your services. even tenn. porarily. But we are confronted with . choice of evils. Our chivalry is al stake: 1t would be bad beginning to our enterprise were we to fail in duty to women in distress. And am convinced our duty can be best fulfilled with you their guide and escort"
 winslow shook bis head. Pardon me. but I do not think your choice a happy one It smscks of the heroic, and T." he glanced at his own slight fig ure. and threw up his hands with half mocking smile. T am no hero: only a plain country sehooltescher in scared of pastures new"
 But you are brave man. and a gen tleman. You have. too, common sense valor for valor's sake. is obsolete as thc shield ft accompanied. Of all th' synonyms for courage. fortitude is. think. the best This. your friends as sure me. you possess Above all. yOa sr' particularly congenial to the ladies. ana - be frank. the suggestion of your nsm' met with their distant approval"
 That ought to decide the question. il have . spark of gaIlantry.- winslOv said. lightly.
 Furthermore" Burr continued. -v' do not consider that ycu are giving uI the expedition. there will be many op portarities for you to Soin us lsters co7 sfder this but furlOugh-a release Of parole. not q musrsringout Rising