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The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07

It. He turned and looked at me stead
ilv. and again l involuntarily averted
my eyes.
ION my honor" he repeated
Now said Mr.. Blake, returning;
If you will kindly come upstairs,
am ready to explain, but l fear | must
cause you some pain, or at least
shock"
We went up to the living room,
Elizabeth and l very conscious of our
dishabille and inclined to shrink into
dark corners. Gabrielle stalking ma
iesticallv on in front with disgust and
disapproval written in capital letters
across her back, and indignation hang
ing from her shoulder blades
"Wen?" she said, coldly, after mo-
ment's silence.
First" said Mr.. Blake, with a note
of calm authority in his voice, Il must
ask YOU to listen to my story without
Interruptions, and to accept for the
time being any statements l may
make. Later I shall be in position
to prove them"
u hope So murmured Gabrielle
plainly unimpressed.
Mr.. Blake handed her a chair with
the same careful courtesy when nae
hitherto marked his intercourse with
nc and waited until she was seated be
fore saying anything more. Gabrleie
sat rigidly upright, but suddenly re
membered that her feet, incased II
bedroom slippers, were minus stock
inss and therefore drew them quickly
under the folds of her kimono, which
hasty act was rather refreshing, since
II nroved her but mortal, after all.
81 do not suppose" he began, in ths
calm level tone so irritating wher
one.s excitement is at fever heat, 'yo'
viii believe me when | say that Mrs
Rundy's emeralds are in your safe
please don't take the trouble to den.
II for | know l am speaking TIT
truth.
.Also I wish to say that they wer'
,,aced there by the woman you hav'
rooa;ved and entertained as Lad.
Campbell but who is in reality a nc
tor;ous character and badly wanted b.
the police"
Il don't believe It,
II was Elizabeth who spoke, and he
words we're freiEhted with sincere con
viction. =. ., $3.50
nevertheless. This woman Is Know
as Nell Simms, and her career ma
haan marvellous. Fer some years sn
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07

SYNOPSIS,

Three girls Elizabeth, Gabrielle and
Elise-started for Canada to spend the
summer there. On board steamer they
We're frightened by an apparently dement,
"a stranger. who, finding a bag belonging
70 one OF them, took enjoyment in scru-
tinizng a photo of the trio The young
women met a Mrs. Graham, anxiously
waiting her husband, who had mania
Lord Wilfrid and Lady Edith. A cottage
oy the ocean was rented Two men
called They proved to be John c.
blake and Gordon Bennett one a friend
nair from Mr.. Graham's pocket fell into
the hands Of Elise. Mrs. Graham's hair
was black. Fearing for the safety OF
some gems. Lady Edith left them in a
was properly introduced, explained his
actions on board ship. Elise. alone, ex-
plored the cellar. overhearng a CONVEX
sation there between Mary Anne and a
with murder. At supper. which was
held on the rocks, Elizabeth rather mys-
teriously lost her ring. causing search
by the entire party. Gabrielle witnessed
Lord Wilfrid, Jealousy being the cause
Mary Anne brought back Elizabeth's
ring. Elise went sailing with Corridor
Bennett He tried to persuade her Il
return the jewels left in the girls care
| by Lady Edith. At midnight Elise saw
| two men-one Of them Gordon Bennett
attempting to force an entrance int
| their boathouse She admitted to hersel
that she had nearly loved him and be
| lieved herself used as a tool. Mrs. Ora
ham. sick. told Elise of her husband
| love for another woman. Gordon Ben
nett and Blake returned with Mr.. Ora
hams body. He had been murdered
Lord Wilfrid grew sulky. Lady Edit
confded to Elise that Blake and Ben
nett were thieves. Lady Edith led her t
| where they were trying to break in tn
girls were awakened late at night by
| noise in the cottage.
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07

hen to Send Children to Europe.
Ime people wait so long before
ling their children to Europe that
little ones are humiliated by others
have already been there. Every
respecting parent will be careful
Ito subject his children to this evil
Injustice; at the same time all
kemly hurry is to be avoided.
bme people argue that as soon as a
h can walk we'll and speak a few
kssary French words. he should be
led in stateroom, next to a
ate bath, and sent to Paris. 9th
feel that he must naturally lose
Ill at this age, and that the proper
is between FIVE and six, when
IN American-he has reached his
urity.
fobably the ideal age is about four
Jour a child can easily do England
hce and Italy, and get home IN
for the first night at the opera
ge's Library.
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07
CHAPTER XVl.-Continued.

Get your Watcn, ADVISED OduTlelle,
and your pins and things. I've got
all mine in this chamois bag, except
the gold beads; they wouldn't go, so
I'll Just carry them I'm not afraid,
but | would rather have my things
with me, somehow"
l collected my small store of val
tables, and we formed procession
OF three and ventured downstairs,
walking softly, as though afraid to dis
turb some one-
With every step our confidence re-
turned. We tried the front door and
found it closed and bolted; the WIN
dows in the hall and living room were
securely fastened; the dining room
also appeared impregnable; and when
we found the door to the safe tightly
rlosed. | was beyond measure relieved,
and almost ready to laugh at my sus-
picions.
In the kitchen we found the cellar
door open, and debated whether we
should lock it and thus prevent Mary
Anne's return, or wait and greet her
In disappearing array.
Let us listen," suggested Gabrielle
and sat down upon the top step 10
carry out her suggestion.
Then occurred the accident to Whlcn
I referred in the very beginning. she
held her gold beads in her hand, and
somehow managed to break the eaten
and away they went We could hear
them rolling down into the cellar ster
BY step, and Gabrielle was at hrs'
motionless with surprise, then as us
nal prepared for immediate action.
I'm going after them, she an
uounced, literally rising to the DC
casion.
Down there?" shuddered Elizabeth
"Oh no, Wait till morning
Il spent every cent of Cousin Lucy
check on those beads said Gaorlelie
folding her kimono about her and pre-
naring to descend, and I'm going U
nick them up right away. wait I'll
morning. indeed, You might suppose
they were pebbles.
We sighed apprehensively, put pre-
nared to follow our intrepid irienu
feeling that we must share whateNe
fate was in store for her, as well d
holm collect her property. So we wen
carefully down the steps, hoiuihs ."
candles well before MS.
Those miserable beads had rohe
tn the most remote places, OF course
o,a va got so Interested in looklh
for them we almost forgot 10
!. afraid. ,.,, r,r
suddenly. however, Elizabeth CAV
st,eed scream. which was more VI
yasp. after all. and shranh o''
against the wall. =,
"There is some one in here sh
whispered. 81 know it.
How do you know - =.
Gabrielle tried to speak boldly, o'
mo hand which held the candle snoo
! until a little shower OF mei'eo W"
fell upon the foor. , >,
81 was feeling-under the steps
\ E,,zabeth found articulation oi,n.u
-"when touched hair-human na''
W. sazed at one another IN apJe'
terror, unable for tne moe who's
sneak or move: then Elizaoe'n' WV WV,
aarvss we're completely uns'rull
swsyed suddenly as though sne "e
going to faint. lawful
I'm afraid" she gaspedLa " saa,
.rra,d. 1t was hair, and-on' ~
What shall we do!
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07
MaIacca Bellies.

Eastern standards of beauty differ,
like the customs, from those of the
west. In Malacca, we are told, the
small waist and velvet eyes do not
count, but instead the length of the
neck is the criterion of beauty. The
longer it is the more perfect the
beauty. The girl at Malacca at very
early age is fitted with a metal col
lar which compels her to keep her
head erect, and as she grows the col
lar is increased in size, and by this
means the neck is gradually elon
gated. A Paris contemporary, with
the present style of corset in view
suggests that, given time, figures
equally grotesQue will be seen in Eu
ropean cities.
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07
And There Are Others.

he cook had been called away to a
! sister, and so the newly wed mis-
Is of the house undertook, with the
Of the maid, to get the Sunday
|rheon. The little maid, who had
n struggling in the kitchen with a
lee mill that would not work, con-
BED that she had forgotten to wash
lettuce.
We'll, never mind. Pearl. Go on
b the coffee and I'll do it," said the
4siderate mistress. where do they
Ep the soap?'
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07

A. Henry Savage Lander, the Eng
lish explorer, who will soon make an
attempt to reach the south pole, IL OF
the opinion that Lieut.. Shackleton
failed through having cumbersome
and unnecessarily large expedition
Mr.. Landor's theory is that smAll
caravan of trusted and hardy men,
lightly equipped as in his expeditions
through Asia and Africa, is best. Mr.
Landor's activity in aeronautic inves-
LEGATIONS gives color to the rumor THAI
an airship will be used by him In his
expedition.
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07

When a man really loves his wife
he ought to combine all his incest
sentiments toward other women into
one big sentiment for her.
"He should show her the respect he
feels toward his mother, the polite
ness he shows other women and the
responsibility he feels toward his sis
ter.
ITO all of that he should add the
great love he should feel for wife
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07
How's This?

We offer One Hundred Dollars Reward for any
ease Of Catarrh that cannot be cured by Hall'a
CAtArrh Cure
F. J. CHENEY 4 CO.. Toledo. o.
We, the undersigned have known F. j. Cheney
for the last years. and believe him perfectly hon
orable m all business transactions and financially
able carry any obligations made by his nrm-
WALDING, kINNAN 4 MARVIN,
wholesale Druggists Toledo, o.
Halls CAtarrh Cure taken internally acting
directly upon the blood and mucous surfaces OF thu
syvtem- Testimonials sent free Price rs cents pol
bottle. Sold by all DruRHtstA
Take Halls Family Pills for constipation
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07
True Enough.

Il tell you," said Subbubs, enthusi.
astically, IF you'd only move out to
Swamphurst you'd never live any
where else"
Il guess that's So" replied Gilman.
II see poor Lunger, who used to live
there. died recently on his way to
California
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07
TOTAL LOSS OF HAIR.
Seemed lmminent-scaip Was very
ecaIy and Hair Came Out by Hand
fuls-Scalp Now Clear and
New Hair Grown by cuticura.

About two years ago was troubled
with my head being scaly. Shortly
after that l had an attack of typhoid
fever and l was out of the hospital
possibly two months when l first no
ticed the loss of hair, my scalp being
still scaly. started to use dandruR
cures to no effect whatever. had
actually lost hope Of saving any hair
at all. l could brush it OF my coat
by the handful. l was afraid to comb
it. But after using two cakes of Cuti-
cura Soap and nearly a box Of Cuti-
cura Ointment, the change was sur
prising My scalp is now clear and
healthy as could be and my hair thick
er than ever, whereas l had my mind
made up to be bald. W. F. Steese, 1912
Broad St. Pittsburg. Penn, May Z and
81, 1908"
Potter Drug 4 Cham Corp. Sole Props-, Bostoa.
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07

The up-to-date butcher shop is now
provided with an electric meat saw,
the junk pile. In its place is small
bandsaw, driven by an electric motor,
which sewers all bones in . neat and
expeditions manner.
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07
Conclusive.

lother-Tommy, why don't you
y with Frank any more? l thought
were such good chums.
'ommy-We was. but he's molly
IDLE. He paid to get inter Their
grounds.
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07
A Steady Thiuu.

Something had gone amiss with
Bobbie and he had sought the comfort
of tears. Noticing his wet cheeks, his
mother said in a consolatory tone:
"Come here, dear, and let me wipe
your eyes,"
"Tain't no use, muvver, returned
Bobbie with a little choke; rs doin'
to cry again in minute. "-WOman' S
Home Companion.
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07

Never take a mean advantage Of
anyone in any transaction, and never
be hard upon people who are In your
pOwer.-Dickens.
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07
A Rare Good Thino.

"Am using Aliens Foot-Ease, and can
truly say l would not have been without
it 50 long. had known the relief 1t would
give my aching feet think 1t q rare good
thing for anyone having sore or tired feet
Mrs Matilda Holtwert, Providence, R
l." Sold by all Druggists, Sc AJAX to-day.
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07

The average man thinks his bump
of generosity is at least three times as
large as it actually is.
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07
Wholesale and Retail.

WUOveB0VS ANU TS~S~''s
What business did you say Mlse
Caddie was in?"
"Oh, she's In everybody's business
Wholesale, eh?"
Yes, except when it comes to bit
of scandal. She retails that"
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07
EASY

h Henpeck-Did you ever hear of
hing worse than a man who
| smokes in the house!
Henpeck-Yes. A smoking lamp
me another!
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07
Instant Relief for All Eyes,

are irrtated from dust, heat. sun or
ID, PETTIT'S EYE SALVE. 25c. All
gglsts or Howard Bros, Buffalo. N. Y.
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07

Smith-So the will was read?
Jones-Yes; but the air was blue.
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07

After breaking SIS bill the pieces
are soon lost
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07

Some people assume that hearing y
just as good as seeing.
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07

BE JUST TO YOURSELF
and keep we'll IL possible Check that co0fn VI
the harmless and efficient remedy Aliens L1A9
Balnn. All druggists, Sc, SC and Il % bottles
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07

he only way to get something for
|hing is to start a fight about 1t.
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07

Mrs. Windows Soothing Syrup.
[enlldrcn teething, softens tho gums reduces In
pmauon sllays pain, cures wind coiU- 23c bottle.
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07

The silent man is more to be feared
than the garrulous chap
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07

Dr. Pferce's Pleasant Pellets regulate and invlG
ofate stomach, liver and bowels SugAr-cua&o4
tiny eranules. easy 70 tAke ~ candy.
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07

HAVE YOU CHILBLAINSc
II So you will welcome Perry Davis Painkiler with
its soothn md healing effect Equally good for rheu
frost bites. In 25c, 3c SOC bottles
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07

The door Of success is marked
Push
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07

Eggs. Eggs! how to make your hens lay
twice as many eggs the year round, my
sure, method IL free Mrs. q Alley. New
Madrid, Mo.
The silver messenger. (Challis, Idaho) 1890-1912, 1909-12-07

pon't abuse the rich; we can't all
paupers.
New-York tribune., 1909-07-04
MISREPRESENTATION
Hotel Bookings and Large Cottage Colony
Forecast Record Breaking Season.

Manchester-in-the-M Mountains VT. July s.-Thcre
every indication that the present season VIII bs
iho most successfU! Manchester has expert
enced. Judging from the bookings at the Equinox
IIouse and other hotels and the reports OF tie Va
rious real estate mon in the Village With one or
two exceptions every cottage IN the place is rented
and nearly all Of them already occupied. The
cottage colony 10 larger than before.
This has been week marked by perfect Wes ther
conditions. and as , result the enthusiasts OF tEe
different outdoor rscreations have spent most OF
the time in the open air. The golfers have been
busy preparing for the Independence Cup bogie
event. which VIII lie played on tnc links Of the
Ekwanok Country Club on Monday. There VIII be a
large field competing. including two former Yer
mont state champions a. i. White. Of Boston, and
Merrill X Waters. Of New York and others well
known in metropolitan goling circles
New-York tribune., 1909-07-04

with fittings. 90 TO So %; porcelain enamelled
Kitchen sink, 16 by q inches 81 80. The fittings tn
clude connections for hot and cold water. About
s25 worth OF pipes and two days labor for a plum
ber and helper will be required to complete the In
stsllation IN q moderate sized ark But there must
also be source Of water supply, preferably cop
per galvanized iron tank the upper deck, and
for heating Il there must be coal range. oil gas
attachment. Running water op a houssboat is really
an extreme luxury; It Is not required for marine
toilet, and there is plenty OF bathing aH around
without recourse to tub. Generally the supply of
fresh water is contained IN a barrel standing on
the lower deck, and II is dipped out wanted. A
pair OF davits a block and tackle are useful for
hauling aboard casks. Pulley blocks for this
purpose cost about s3.
galvanized iron barrel is preferred recep-
tacls for drinking water. Whatever the method OF
water storage, It is convenience to possess long
hose with which connection may be made between
houseboat and water mains ashore The light draft
ark generally able to approach the shore closely
and there ara accessible water mains at many
points within the metropolitan boating territory
The use OK hose lot Of wrestling with
casks and barrels. and encourages frequent replen-
ishn1ent of the storage vessels with fresh water.
In some parts OF the country regulations against
ths pollution Of lake. river and bay create Diff
New-York tribune., 1909-07-04

beautiful casino. and the first hop OF the season
was held this week The music. ~ the Jules
Rosenberg orchestra. OF New York, vas en5oyaois
the casino restaurant was filed with beaHufGliS
Eowned women. and the scene was a charming one
Charles r Wilson Of Sherrys. New fork - th4
manager OF the casino. The first hop vas oiI'y
preliminary TO round cf brilliant social affairs
including ser1i- weekly hops. balls. musicals. tnest-
ricaIs. Iuncheols and dinners ad infnituu1-
Among those occupying villas here for the sea
son are the Rev and Mrs. Philip N. Prescott.
Judge William Vi. Thompson. Gustine Thompson
and Miss Margaret Gale. OF Washington Judss
Joseph Mckenna and family. Of Washington. VIII
spend the summer at the Imperial Admiral anu
Mrs. Philip Hichborn. Of Washington are at the
Imperial where they were joined o. "Wednesday
BY their daughter and sOn-n.aw, Mr. and Mr.
Paul s. Pearsall. Mrs John J. Alnly. widow OF
Admiral Allny. Of Washington. will spend the sum
mer at the Revere with her daughter. Mrs Brooks
Price.
New-York tribune., 1909-07-04

The crowd at Mount PCcono for Independence
Day exceeds those Of all former years. Many
motorists are visitors at ell the houses. The oo-
servance will begin tomorrow with special dln-
rcre Nonday there viii be concerts. tennis
matches and ball games.
Seldom has the Mcutanesca had so large num-
her Of city visitors this week. Twenty autonao-
bile parties have arrived and more are expected
soon 4 grand display Of fireworks viii be given
Monday evening The Pocono Mountain House.
with its private trout preserves. is popular. The
park adjoining the is noted for its beautifui
scenery and its romantic walks. The Ontwood is
having one OF the gayest III the history OF
the resort Monday evening there will be a dance.
in which the visitors will take part. The 1dylwld
is entertaining many we'll pleased guests. The
Mount Pleasant and the Elvin have thronss OK
city people.
New York arrivals at the Montanesca are Will
lam G Leffngweli, Mr. and Mrs I. R Funk,
James { Crawford and ]. Pool From New York
at the Belmont arc r. ". Horne s. c. Memory
and 7 z Rranston At the Mount Pleasant House
are Miss Mary Conuely, Lester E Stofresen ana
Frank r. Feddes all OF Brooklyn, and Miss Bessie
Prodv OF New York. New Workers being enter
tanned st The Ontwoo6 are the Rev. 2. A Nc
Nsllv Mrs J. W. Thorne. Miss l. Dcmicake Jacob
Thorne and Miss Margaret Thorne. Arrivals from
New York at the Fair View include Higbie Smith
and Frank Hugh.
At the Clairmcnt Mrs Ebbs s. Nj. Fosarty ana
Joseph Kerns. all CT New York. are registered. j.
r silver. Mrs Elizabeth Schwartz and 4. a
Rucklcr, all OF New York, at Meadow Side
Among the arrivals at the Mountain House are
AIRS. 4 + Van V,yck, OF New York; Mrs Is. c
Barroll. Mr.. and Mrs c ". Lee and the Misses
Lee New York arrivals at the Rudolph are Mr..
and Mrs William Con, Miss Cswendoine Con-
Miss c. Grarh and MI and Mrs. J. A. hilsheerner'
New-York tribune., 1909-07-04
THE CALL OF THE HILLS
Many Enjoyed June IN Cotskitts and
More Viii Enjoy July.

Iiaines Falls, y. Y. July S.-June has been e
charming month in the Cstskills this and
the early visitors seem unanimous in this verdict
The excessive heat OF last week in the city was
wholly escaped here among these pinnacled heights
and cool green slopes The humid oppressor rarely
visits this region. where the mountain breezes
always dominate the situation More June business
is reported than usual, although the
large hotels did not oren until the last week oc the
month.
The great mountain rush out OF town for 1nde-
pendence Day was phenomenal. Beginning yester-
day. the large steamers Of the Day Line com
pany up the river loaded TO their capacity,
and ali the leading mountain trains were run in
long sections. with every available coach crowded
The broad corridors of the Hotel Baaterskill pre-
sent e scene OF unusual brIlIiancy. Among prom'-
nent persons booked for early arrival Collector
William Loeb and Mrs. Loeb and ex-Judee Angus
de Buste Mante. OF Snain. Manager Downs seems
very enthusiastic his seasons prospects on
that famous crest
The big and handsome Sunset Park Inn began its
season with much promise, and Manager Becker
has a fine houseful for the Fourth Many special
musical attractions have already Sbeen arranged
there. The tennis at the inn are among the
best ia the range. The famous old Catskill Aeun-
tain House opened with a large complement OF
guests, and the resort win he practically full to-
night.
The Grand Hotel on Summit Mountain terrace.
starts of well under the msnager. All the
guests may now enjoy seat at the first table al
the Grand, because the dining room has been ex-
tended.
II is pleasure 10 visit the happy bunch Of Tfib-
uae Fresh Air children which arrived at the Kronl
Farm summer home on Tuesday. Ninety-seven Of
them there for two weeks to froc in The pure
mountain air
New-York tribune., 1909-07-04

third The hotels doors we're thrown open
s few days earlier this year than in former sea-
in order to entertain about three hundred
members OF the Street RsllNay Association OF
New York State. who held their annual conven-
tion on the picturesque shore Of Lake Champlain
The weather has been ideal and the guests find
amusements galore. including golf. fishing, motor
ing and music the verandas. beginning az II
practically does. with q gala week. combining the
fercentengry celebration OF the discovery Of Lake
Champain and the customary display o. Independ-
ence Day enthusiasm. Hotel Champlain expects a
record breaking season. The hotel VIII be centre
OF ne ard activity President Taft. Vice President
Sherman and Governor Hughes vii be guests here
for some portion of their soioJrn in this region.
over four hundred rooms have been reserved for
the visiting delegation and guests and for the New
York state Legislature. Major General Leonard
Wood. commander OF the Department. OF the East
will oe among the distinguished guests "a will also
Cardinal Gibbons and Archbishop Ireland.