Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1907-07-15
By CHARLES KLEIN.

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novelized from Charles Klein
great play, is an American stor,
of the hour dealing with til,
millionaire. It's leading charac
ter is the richest man in TIL.
world. In the fhinly yelled job,
Ryder the reader will inmedi
nteiy recognize another John OF
worldwide fame. John Ryder, Z.
INSCRIPTIONS methods are re.
vealed tn the conspiracy to ruir
an incorrnptible Judge who rules
adversely to the interests of or.
eanixed capital. The judge'4
daughter determines to save him
Her heroic struggles In confIic
with the money octopus make &
story of absorbing interest anc
great dramatic power. In hi.
willingness to renounce his .fa'
Tiers fortune for the girl of his
choice, Ryder's son displays 3
nobility which wins the reader.
wdTnnest admiration.
"By the way, Bagley," asked Jefrer-
son, when do You except father to re-
turnf want to see him"
''I'm afraid it's quite impossible" an
gwered the secretary with studied in
science. HE has three important peo-
pie to see before dinner There's the
national Republican committee and
Sergeant Ellison Of the secret service
from Washington, all here by appoint
ment It's quite impossible"
II didn't ask you IL it were possible.
I said / wanted to see him, and will
see him." answered Jefferson quietly
but firmly and In tone and manner
which did not admit of further opposi-
ton. "I'll go and leave word for him
on his desk" he added.
He started to enter the library when
the secretary, who was visibly per-
turbed, attempted to bar his way.
There's some one In there" he said
for your father"
rs thereY' replied jefferson coolly.
''I'll see who 1t U.s." with which he
brushed past Mr.. Bagley and entered
the library.
He had guessed Alright. A woman
was there. 1t was Kate Roberts.
Hello, Kate! How are your JEFF
'erson decided to say nothing of the
Interrupted tete-a-tete, but mentally he
resolved to spoil Mr.. Bagley's game
md save Kate from her own folly. On
hearing his voice Kate turned and
rave little cry of genuine surprise.
"Why, is it you, JEFF? I thought you
we're In Europe"
Il returned yesterday" he replied
CURLY. He eros aed over to
Ais fathers desk, where he sat down to
scribble few words, while MI. Bag
ey. who had followed him in, scowl-
ng, was making frantic dumb signs to
Kate.
Il fear intrude here" said Jeffer-
son pointedly.
"Oh, dear no, not at ALL" replied
Kate in some confusion. 81 was wait
ng for my father. How is PARISH she
asked.
Lovely as ever" he answered.
did you have good timer she In
CURED
Il enjoyed 1t immensely. l never
lad better one"
"You probably We're in good COM
,any," she said significantly. Then
'he added: Il believe Miss Rossmore
vas In Paris"
Eyes. L think she was there" was his
answer.
To change the conversation, which
vas becoming decidedly personal, he
picked up book that was lying on his
'athers desk and glanced at the title.
t was 1.-The American Octopus"
'If you'll excuse me, I'll go and pay
ny filial respects upstairs" said JEFF
erson. "I'll see you again." He gave
Kate friendly nod, and without even
slancing at Mr.. Bagley left the room.
The couple stood In silence for a few
after he disappeared. Then
Kate went to the door and listened to