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The Rice belt journal. (Welsh, Calcasieu Parish, La.) 1900-19??, 1906-03-23

Bring your Job work to the JouRN
AL Office.
Middletown transcript., 1906-08-25
1HE vERMIFoRM APPENDIX

The serniiform appendix is small
sack-like appendage to the intestine, and
ill tile human subject, when n,fianefi,
causes -or. rather the inf snianation il
designated as appendicitis. It serves
no purpose in man. lie gets along as
well, or better, when the appendix is re-
moved by surgical operation. With
some Of the lower animals, its function.
is extremely vital
III the horse, the. vernaiform appendix
acquires its highest development, its fnnc-
tion being absolutely necessary to life.
" While ia 4 man its capacity is less than
an ounce, IN the horse it rneasnr, abont
tllirty-six inches in length aud its cap
acity may average about six gallons.
TIE appendix Of the horse is usually
found filled with water, and it may be
81 i'd that it, function is that OF storage
tank Of wafer for the horse where the pro-
cess Of abstortiun Of what fluid il going
on ilices sanity.
In imam il is rudfmentary. II lias
grown use ,e>s in the same manner, per-
haps, a. have the muscles which accord
ing to the theory Of evolution, were used
by the prehistoric man to flop his ears.
Finally IN his higher Development, he
had no Use for ear muscles or for yerm-
form appendix. both Of which went out
OF style.
Middletown transcript., 1906-08-25
The seYrHE HAS PASSED

There is a great difference in the hay
ing tools used by the farmers nowadays
than those used by their fathers. Thirty
OF forty years ago the only hay cutting
tool was the scythe and then there was .
wooden hand rake and the steel tined
pitch fork to make up the implements for
taking care of the valuable crop. There
was lot OF hard work connected @ith
swinging the scytlie through long hay !.
ing season, and men took great pride in
their record and skill as good mowers,
To-day moving With aseythe is pTactic-
ally a lost art A few of the older men
in q farming community can properly
hang scythe and lay 3 sWRtll Of timothy
or clover, but the men of the present gen,
Grafton would make sorry job OF cutting
even ton OF hay with a scythe. We
now have splendid moving machines,
epring-steel-toothed rakes, haYloader,
hay-tedders and hay stackers all run by
horse power. Grandfather's only hay
loader and hay-stacker was the simple
pitchfork and it required much skill and
muscle to transfer crop Of hay Of hun.
dred tons from the meadow to the NOV.
Great is modern invention and the ques-
tfon naturally arises, will there be as
much difference in the work in the hay.
field in the next thirty years as the past
thirty years developed?
Middletown transcript., 1906-08-25
WHAT'S 4 THINKING MAcHINza

A brand new remarkable series Of de.
tectiye stories, the best ever written, will
begin in The Philadelphia Sunday
Press on September second. Each story
is complete in itself, and one will be
published each week.
The author has contriyed in an ex-
tremely ingenious way to invent unique
situation for each tale. The problems Of
fered are so involved that no solution
seems possible until Prof Van Dunsen
The Thinking Machine, is called upon
who Invariably straightens out she diff
eulties by remarkably novel methods.
One Of these stories appears each week
exclusively in The Philadelphia iSuadas
Press, which is the greatest sunday news
paper in the country,
Be sure and tell your newsdeaIer to
serve yon with The Sunday Press rs you
cannot afford 10 miss thia great series
OF stories.
Middletown transcript., 1906-08-25
Why Buy ncClure's |?

cms bought magazine
butbe seitia ne WhyP
PRICE ten
hundred
lar twad \
Tie reading leading
The reading ygeod
No
drm oil
IN Yaufhn
q advertising pages ares clean a. it, editorial pages
Middletown transcript., 1906-08-25

For corns and bunions use q lotion
made from hall dram Of borate of sodium,
hall scrnple Of fluid extract Of Cannibis
Intlica and half ounce Of collodion. APP
ply nightly until corn softana 20 IL can be
extracted.
Middletown transcript., 1906-08-25
McCIure's Magazine

u home good one wears
inscription bookstore
with wsnhscr for 1896
s. = MCCLURE COMPANY a Street. NEW YORK
cas securing
wud addition
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Middletown transcript., 1906-08-25
NOW / NOW /
Clearance Sale
OF ALL OUR SUMMER GOODS

Summer Shirt Waists, fine
white lawn and batiste dainty
lingerie waists in short and
long sleeves. Every one of
them must go, as our rule is
not to carry stock from one
season to another. Come and
see them yourself and get a
bargain.
Another lot of girls sam
pie dresses, all in wash fab
RIGS, an ideal dress for school
chambrays, ginghams, per.
Gales and lawns, all beautiful
styles, Russian, guimpe. yoke
Peter Pan and blouse suits,
in all colors, sizes 4 to IA
years, 81 .25, 81 SO, $500 and
$3.50 dresses, will sell all at
this sale at CSC.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-06-06
A SILENT, UNSEEN FOE.

The most insidious disease that mankind has to fear is that which at Jacks the kidneys. It comes on so si- lently. gains ground so rapidly, Is so destructive tGat thousands are lost who might have been saved in the be- ginning
 Signs of kidney trouble come either through the back or from the bladder: in baekache. or some irregularity of the urine.
 Pain in the back. dull and heavy. or sharp and acute. tells you of sick kidneys and warns you of the danger of dropsy, diabetes or Bright's dis ease
 Too frequent passages O. urine. thin. pale and foamy urine. or | thick. red. ill-smellIng urine. ful, of sediment and scanty or painful of passage. tell you of serious trouble in the kidneys.
 Don't neglect the early kidney troubles. Cure them while they are easy to cure. and It will save life of suffering. Use a remedy for the kid ueys only-Doan's Kidney Pills. IL will quickly right the kIdneys and bladder. and drive away the aches and pains
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-06-06
CHAPTER XVII

Circumstances seemed conspiring to favor the suit of GonZaga. Held a close prisoner at her mothers bedside. Lavender was never able to go to the village. She saw nobody who could give her information that might lead to doubt Gonzagsis version of the story of that night. Gerald's lips he had sealed. and winslow was III, unable-too proud. perhaps-to exert any coun- teracting influence. Fate. Gonzaga thought. vas on his side. his vas the fortune that fsvors the bold, as vell as the brsye-fortune would help him to win the woman he loved with more than the lovers devotion. with rather the gamblers greed of gain. the hunt CTS thirst for the quarry.
 And nov vas the time Co press his Advantage. These were dark days in Lavender's life. Days when the soil tude of the forest seemed deepened by the brooding shadow of dezth- Night brought no rest to the body. dawn no relief 10 the mind. She vouEd scarce ly leave her mothers bedside. held there by a fancy that the strength of her ovn riIl kept the soul in the ffail body. she vouId not give up. even when hope seemed folly.
 Ia deIfr1un her mothers mind vas ever st the old home. amid past scenes and frienss This. more than all else. rrunz the hearts of the rsschers- In 11te and helpless vretchetness her husband bore ft. America with . con stant plying gTunbIe. and Lavender rith a resolve that vas a gnzlterzeIs pzr7ose-so save and bring her back
 Only gss strong dear heart abe vozl1 nr.~. -oeIy sse vslI esozGA
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-06-06

him, but if not-his southern blood only cried out the louder how much he desired her.
 l. Now when she thanked him for favors to her mother, he protested: Speak not of favors to your slave. You know for what he hopes-you know what promise it is ever on my lips to break"
 They were walking slowly back to the cabin. When he said this, he tried to take her hand, but she quickly. withdrew it.
 Please, senor, not now. I have much to think about"
 He interrupted impetuously: And can I-I, who would die to serve you or yours, can I never have share in those thoughts?"
 This reproach would touch her. For gratitude was one of her strongest traits, he knew, and it was not al. ways coupled with judgment. Added to this iniudicious gratitude. was modest rating of her own value which doubled it's effect.
 She answered now with a sweet smile: You have, indeed. earned the right to my thoughts. to my close at- tention to anything you may have to say. But. pardon me, l am not in the mood of late, to consider you or my. self.''
 You are considering only herT
 The softness of his voice as he put the question. the sudden sweep of throbbing chord. thrilled her to tears. Gonzaga saw them trembling on her lashes. and following up his advan- tage: Perhaps can help you to help herr" he ventured.
 "oh. if you can-if you will, shall be so glad. so grateful" was her i'm pulsive admission.
 May I try"
 Before she could reply. they were at the door of the cabin On the door, step America sat in silence. Nor did she speak as they approached. only removing. at Lavenderis hint. one ebony hand from the doorsill where 1t barred entrance. For the Spaniard. with his dark eyes. olive skin and raven hair. found no favor in her sight
 Gimme white folks. CT jes' plain niggahs." she would say. T don cot ton to none O desc yer crossbreeds"
 Ordinarily the ignorant soul was wiling to learn, and dociIe under argu- ment. but in the matter of race she recognized but white and black.
 To admit the spaniard. therefore, she moved ever SO slightly. with a poor grace. and visaee severe.
 Into the darkened room Lavender led the way. but Gonzzgs stepped swiftly in advasce, and tiptoed alone to the bedside.
 Do yos knov net" he asked h . whisper. |.
 MrsL Cresehton's voice vas veal. but apparently free from eelirfun as she uurngrsd: T do. indeed. and yo1 wear the halo with . good grace Then added: -Ihose vho cone out of the daylight appear to ny eyss to be so topped. sir. Bat yozr halo is brisAt
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-06-06

to bear the journey. and we are going back-we are going home."
 And it brought glow of comfort to the eyes-those eyes that shone through the rings that encircled them Nike the purple zone of dove.
 "Is 1t so. daughter? But howl"
 And Lavender would evade her Ques. tion, with vague smiles and teasing shake of the head, and then so out under the trees, deep in the heart of the wood, and pray-pray with fervor that was more demand than supplication. The clenched fists and close-shut teeth belied the pleading words. A mortal power had surely spurned so clamorous suppliant.
 And one day Gonzsga found her thus-alone in the forest.
 She saw him coming. and advanced to meet him, smiling faintly.
 He took her hand in an ardent pres sure, looking SO long into her eyes that they dropped bashfully.
 q am glad to see you taking little rest and fresh air." he said. T stopped at the house. They tell me the lady is better"
 "Yes, we think she will get well,'' she said. trustfally, and you must take some of the credit; you have helped her with so many kindnesses; the fruit-the flowers. they have given her much pleasure"
 For this adroit lover had left noth- ing undone that could aid his cause. Not day passed but his canoe was moored at the landing-place, while it's owner brought some gift or word of sympathy to the lonely cabin. And this tireless attention had not been without its effect upon the girl-at all times impressionable, and now more than ever, with a heart saddened, a. spirit weakened, by solitary breeding. And under all, and actuating her more than she knew, was the bitter current of disappointment in Winslow. Where he was concerned nothing had come to pass according to her fancy's plan. ming, and against all this illustration of hope, her maiden pride revolted.
 The regret was all the more pOig. nant, too, that she could not admit it, even to herself.
 And Gonzaga was not slow to profit by this reaction. He understood the value of counter tendency which might lead toward himself as the first lodgment for her shaken faith. And what though his were only the glean. CTS harvest? She might learn to love
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-06-06
Gro be Continued:

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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-06-06

the sun poured dazzling beams on the water until its surface giowed as with the sheen of myriad dace at play.
 A soft swishing sound arrested his attention, and peering through shelter ing boughs he spied Lavender lazily swinging on grapevine which formed gnarled arch between two gi- ant poplsrs. One shabby little shoe, with its high heel, brushed the ground; her head-with eyes half-closed- pil- lowed on one arm, which, barred to the elbow, clasped the vine. An amorous sigh escaped the beholder. and Laven- der rose, looking about like startled fawn. Did I disturb your" he asked; for there was no mistaking the re- gretful tone with which she had ex- claimed: "Ah, Is 1t you. senor?"
 Yet in spite of the doubtful welcome, he found courage to say: Forgive me. If am importunate, but 1t is hard to bear suspense in love, and I--I am not accustomed to waiting" His native imperiousness showed even in tho presence of his lady-love; she was quick to notice the tone, and her own was cold. Then do not wait for me, l beg" she said.
 In flash the undercurrent of arr0- g2nce changed to an earnest appeal: 'I ask pardon humbly, but it means so much to me that to win you would bend all wills to mine-even yours"
 He seated himself on a log at her feet, gently swaying the vine on which she rested. T have come for my an swer." he said.
 She was silent; he pulled the vine forward until its winsome burden wasl close to him. .Is 1t yes, or no?" he insisted.
 Tossing her sunbonnet lightly at him. she jumped from the swing, and, with an attempt at gayety, s;...: "Aha senor, you expect too much. Fl have not quite decided"
 The man was distracted between an. ger and love for his fair, tormentor. And 1t was harder to bear her hesita- tion, because he knew it was not mere maiden coquetry. A question trem- bied on his lips; he length he foundl courage to say: There is to be meeting next Sunday at the little church on the road to St. Louis. Rev.. Father Ballinger will lead the serv- ice. Go there with me; be married to me, and .hen-then for Virginia and your old home!" <,
 Thus, in low, rapid words he plead ed his cause; he was selfish, he was influenced by the hope of reward in, her love-all this he admitted. but in time she would learn to love him. and the doctors warning--her moth CTS health-ah, there was much at stake!
 At 2 climax in his appeal he bent toward her and seized her hand. And. standing thus-his hot clasp about the slim, tanned fingers. he looked long into her eyes.
 At that moment there was rust ling in the undergrowth near. and in another second the Indian, Owatoga, appeared.
 Measuring the Spaniard with eye keen as falcons. he stared thus for some time. And under his scrutiny, as relentless as 1t was impertinent Gonzaga chafed. demanding at last:i By what right do you intrude heref''
 "The forest belongs to the red man:! 1t is his gift from the Great Spirit"
 Then, striding up to Lavender. ha placed in her hands a basket of pan- sies arranged with artistic care. It seemed as though to the giver each flower were tiny face worth tbought- fu setting.
 (To be Continued.s
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-06-06
WATERBURY PROOF.

Mrs Margaret Shes Of T5s Baldwin street. says: At the time gave for publication in January. 1ss. q state ment regarding the benefit I had de rived from Doan's Kidney Pills I had been affected with my Kidneys and vith persistent aching pains through my loins and back for ( long time
 Going up or down stairs hu-t or if
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-06-06


 Then, coming closer. and with pas- sionate voice: Love is my reason. my excuse, my text. By 1t, alone. I claim the right of way to the royal highroad of your heart!"
 He dropped on his knee, and clasp. ing her hand. pressed 1t to his hot lips.
 To the overwrought nerves ot the girl the lovers zeal seemed fantastic; melo.dramatic display that jared. She wanted to tell him that there was no highroad to her heart; only mar row path--at its end gate which was forever locked since another held the key. But she saw the real fervor back of the grandiloquent manner. and, withdrawing her hand, said, in . gentler tone than before: We will speak of this again, senoT; need time to ponder upon 1t. Advice. of course, can ask of nobody--it is a case in which am supposed to be the best judge. And you-you need time, too. You may reconsider your offer"
 Then as he was about to protest: ''No, 1t is not a light thing to take a wife who frankly owns but an indif- ferent regard. Think it over-so shall I. Goodnight" and, without giving him time for further pleading, she turned away.
 The man watched her as she walked listlessly to the cabin and for mo- ment his heart misgave him. Then his lips closed hard over clenched teeth. Bah! we lovers are fools enough without adding prudence to our crimes" and he strode to his waiting canoe.
 Detected, slow, Lavender returned to her mother, whom she found in 8 state of high fever.
 Daughter, are we-are we going home:s' she breathed.
 If you wish 1t. dearest"
 "Oh, do, dol" ihe flush slowly reddened the drawn cheeks, and she wept the ready tear of sickness.
 Lavender bent over the bed, and spoke distinctly: Perhaps I shall be married, mother dear, and then we can all go back"
 A shade of anxiety passed over the wan face. Married? My little girl a wife? His wife?"
 Then, as Lavender bowed without speaking: Well, since 1t must be some day, he would be my choice, daughter. He is more than knight, he is man."
 But again the smile gave place to a look of anxious inquiry: You love him? You will be happy, child?"
 A tempest passed over Lavender's soul, and her heart rose in bitter re- bellion. She wanted to sob out the whole story on her mothers breast. That had ever been her refuge-must 1t fail her now? She read the answer in the rising flush on the sufferers face; in the glitter of the eyes. What matter her own wishes? How paltry they seemed in the presence of this shadow.
 T will be happy, mother. Very happy if you are."
 The long afternoon light faded, and sickly beams slanted through the bars of the window, throwing the shadow of cross on the wall. Just above. hung the picture of the Holy Mother and Child. bGe
 So we are going home-home. Sing: Are We Almost There?'"
 There was pause. and Lavender drew her breath hard: then low. vibrant, but steady she sang: "And in secret she sighed for quiet spot Where she oft had played in childhood's
 hour,
 Though shrub or flower had marked 1t not. It was dearer to her, than the gayest
 bower.''
 Lower and lower sank the voice, then the singer stole from the room, leaving the sleeper to happy dreams.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-06-06
CHAPTER XVI.

On their return to the Bat" only a faint light blinked drowsily through the window. There was no sound-the last guest was gone. The door swung .ifalf ajar, and on it's step, her head against the post, her hands crossed on her knees, sat the octoroon, Belle. She was staring into the glade of over- arched trees. where not even the light of a star filtered.
 When Lavender came within the gleam of the candle the octoroon recog- nized and came forward to greet her.
 Controlling herself by an effort. Law ender said: T have heard the news; Is there anything we can do?"
 In spite of her attempt, her manner was forced. cold. .... q The other woman's quick instinct noted it. No. thank you, ma a'am; we will keep him here for awhile. At sum up Mir. Price is going for the doctor"
 There was short pause, and the oc- toroon continued: MT. Winslow must have come very sudden"
 With eyes low on the ground, the girl replied: q should imagine so."
 Lowering her voice, to note of mean ing softness, the other said: ''Ithought you would have been the first to know of his comin'.'
 Lavender had begun an embarrassed reply. but just then querulous note of pain. as of a sufferer coming back from oblivion, sounded through the half-open door.
 Excuse me, he may want something" the octoroon murmured. and hurried into the tavern.
 And she. who would gladly give of her health and strength to his service she stood outside unnoticed, unre- membered.
 The wind rose. bending the branches of the trees until they scraped the roof with a dismal soughing. Just beyond. the river fretted it's foam-edged way 10 the sea. Tears trickled down the girls cheeks as she stood thus alone in the dark
 The Spaniard had gone 10 meet a man who approached from the farther edge of the forest. It was Gerald. and 10 Gonzaea now. his presence was most undesirable. Explanation from her brother would start questioning from Lavender which must exonerate Wins low. He must find a way to prevent dis cussion-
 Out of the range of light Gonzaza stopped Gerald. and spoke rapidly and low. Your sister knows of the en- counter. but she does not know of your part in it. As your friend. Mir. Creigh- ton. I have allowed her 10 be ignorant S your connection with this affair. She would be terribly shocked: Is it not bet ter to let her be deceivei!"
 Sheyouth hsfacegreEpalerin the dark cess. Then she has hsard7-
 0uly a part
 And she thinks
 Certainly she does. winsiO- vas there-winsiOv was shot - winslOr vss. therefore. the lover. A natural sapposi;i0u- is it n0tF-
 The other drew himself up with dis dsin- Fl would bs too dishOoOrabIs. senor. cznnOt let an innocent man suTer for me That he has hesn wOund- ed through my fault is bad enough. more I carrot pernis-
 Bus GonEaEz asked politely -O-s oaessiOn. Dss yUu kin this old nan NiTierr
 Before Gsr-l5 coaif sreak the Ea1Ehry dsnizL his e5z-arsoz ss5ei- The1 since yUz did n0t- Mir wfnsIow uzst have The old mans bsood Is on lis
 A Ina azs his r-zeres |, tse
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1906-06-06
CHAPTER XVIII.

CHATTER XVIII.
 It was high noon, when, few days later, Gonzaga came for his answer. Intense quiet prevailed; the earth seemed asleep in a breathless siesta, while not leaf stirred-not . cricket chirped. With a sigh of relief. the Spaniard sprang from his boat, and entered the bosky shade of shore. For