Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1907-11-01

1T looks like a white flag!" he ex'
claimed.
They were not very far away, ant
the colonel heard him. He tried tc
rise from his sitting posture, but his
weakness overpowered him, and ne
was unable to do so, until helped tc
his feet by two soldiers who ran for
ward to his assistance.
What's that?" he cried, motionine
the men to support him and lead him
little forward.
Il think it's flag of truce, sir" re-
piled Charlie.
These words. which were spoken In
rather a loud tone. brought all the
soldiers, save those who were acting
as sentinels. crowding about.
Ali" muttered the colonel, but
knowing Indian nature as he did. there
was little of exultation in his voice
THE rascals want to make terms"
What will you do?" asked Charlie
turning his head, but still keeping his
post Of observation.
See what they have to say" res
ponded the colonel. Here, give me
something to answer them with"
"Will this do?" asked Helen Dare
untying a white scarf which was knot
ted about her neck.
Yes. Tie 1t to a stick, will you, my
dear" And then he turned again to
Charlie with much Of his old, quick
decision. Keep your eye on them
lieutenant. How many are there?"
About a dozen. They have all stop
ped except the one who is advancing
with the flag
Here, signal them with this" TAX
ing the stick and white emblem from
Helen, and extending it.
Charlie obeyed. He took the signal
and waved it.
Now he has stopped" he said, af-
ter a moment, "and is beckoning us to
meet him."
Give me the flag, I'll go!" cried
the colonel.
mo, colonel" answered Charlie
respectfully but firmly, "you are not
able. 1 understand what's to be done
Let me go!"
That's right, Charlie" spoke up the
little major, approvingly.
The colonel, recognizing his own
physical weakness, regretfully nodded
assent
'Tn make no terms" cried the young
lieutenant, but report to you. Good
BY" and then with bound, he vanish
ed down the slope.
Cover him with your guns, men,
commanded the colonel. IF more than
one approach him, fire!"
Half a dozen Of the soldiers advanc-
ed to the edge of the plateau and lev
lied their weapons.
At almost the same instant the SEN
tinel who was guarding the narrow
pathway on the other side called
Halt" and then stepped aside to al
low some one to pass.
ITS Starlight" cried Helen Dare
thankfully, as the slender figure Of the
Indian maiden glided toward them.
Thank God! water at last" ex-
claimed the colonel, fervently. Back
to your posts, men! You'll all get
your share"
Quick, Starlight" said Helen, ca
gerly. "Give it to me. "She is dying
With gesture of despair, the Indian
girl raised the can and turned 1t up
side down. 1t was empty!
A cry of bitter disappointment broke
from all.
Helen seized the can and examined
It,
"See!" she cried. 1.-THE bottom has
been crushed through, and the chile
has been sent back to mock oui
thirst"
With rage in their hearts, all rec
ognized that this was true.
Then Starlight spoke.
THE white chief must yield to my
people before the Northern Lights fade
in the heavens, or all will perish!"
Before the Northern Lights fade ir
the heavens" repeated Helen. "Wha
does she mean?"
But the colonel understood only tot
we'll.
she means" he said. slowly, "tha
they will attack US again before morn
inp ,,nleSS we surrender"
lis that it, Starlight?'
starlight will die with you," was th'
dull response. she will say no more.
And covering her head with he
blanket, the Indian girl. among whos'
faults ingratitude was not numbered
crouched down motionless in a cleft
the rocks. prepared to meet whateve
lestiny might have in store for her
Hes coming" rang out the joyfu
voice of Dorothy. who had been watch
ing little distance off. Charlie
coming!"
Thank Heaven, they can respect
flag of truce" exclaimed the colonel
IN a relieved tone of voice.
1t was not long before the messenge
appeared among them.
We'll. boy. what is it," cried tn
colonel.
All listened eagerly for the response
although it's significance was alread
somewhat apparent, from the gloom
EXPRESSION of Charles face.
1T looks like surrender, colone
They have been reinforced by quite
large number from the Little Big Horr
where a fight took place this morning
They were going to attack tonight, bu
knowing we were strongly entrenchec
and fearing a heavy loss for them
selves. they held a council and con
clrded to offer us terms Of surrender.
For a moment no one spoke. Tn
shadow of doom seemed to settle dow
upon them. Then the colonel asked
calmly:
Who is in commando"
Iron Nation. chief Of the Brule:
He says he will bring ten braves t
council with you. They will come un
armed if you will guarantee thei