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The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-11-06
e. z. WHEELER
A scALDED BOYS sHRIEKs

Mortified his grandmother, Mrs. Maria
TAYLOR of Nebo, KY, who writes that,
when all thought he would die, Buck
lens Arnica Salve wholly cured. him.
Infallible for Burns, Scalds, Cuts, Corns,
Wounds, Bruises. Cures Fever-Sores,
Boils, Skin Eruptions, Chilblains, Chap
ped Hands. Soon routs Piles. 25c at
M. NJ. Lewis.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-11-06
MONEY TO LOAN

In sums to suit on good security. APP
ply to Lee J. Graves, attorney 1T
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-11-06
PUBLIC SALE
SMALL FARM
situated near Summit, Va

situated near Summit, Va.
Pursuant to the direction of decree
entered November lst, 1909, in the
chancery cause Of Charles Minor VS..
Joseph Minor ct ais, in the Circui I
Court for Spotsylvania county, Vir-
ginia, |, the undersigned special COM
missioner, will sell at public auction, to
the highest bidder, on
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-11-06

GOLD WATCH FOB LOST i,
with initials, C. L. J. Return to this
Office and receive reward.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-11-06
Saturday, Dec. 4. 1909.

at 1890 O'Clock p. m. in front Of the
auction house of N. B. Kinsey, in Fred
ericksburg, Virginia, that certain piece
or parcel of land containing forty-four
acres, more or less, situated in Spotsyl-
vania county, Virginia, about one and
one-half miles from Summit, Virginia,
it being the same tract of land of which
Joseph Minor died seized and possessed,
and which was purchased by the said
Joseph Minor from Mrs. Marye.
Terms of sale: All cash.
For further particulars see the
undersigned.
Alvin T. Embrey,
Special Commissioner.
In the Clerks Office Of the Circuit
court of the county of Spotsyvania.
Charles Minor, plaintiff, against Joseph
Minor ct al, defendants.
/, T. A. Harris, clerk of said court, do
certify that the bond required of the
Special Commissioner by the decree
rendered in said cause on the Both day
of October, 1909, has been duly given.
Given under my hand as clerk OF the
said court this End day of November,
1909.
n6w4wI 7. A. Harris, Clerk.
The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1909-11-06
SENSATION AT
STE|NHEIL TRIAL
Young Man ConfeSSes Murders
In Court.
OVERCOME BY REMORSE
Saws He Was Disguised as a Woman
With a Red Wig, while Aeeompliees
Wore Long Cloaks-Mme. Steinhsh
Could Not Identify Him.

Paris. Nov. "a new SENSATION VIZ
added to the trial of Madame Stein
he'll when NJ. Aubin. the prisoners al
torney. suddenly interrupted the pro
ceedlngs to present a letter Just r.
ceived by him and signed Jean he
fovre." in which the writer said thai
he wished to confess participation III
the murders Of which Madame stein
he'll IS accused.
The writer, the attorney said mao
stated that he had been overcome 10y
romorse.
Immediately after reading the lett u
the attorney suddenly and dramau
callv introduced the writer. The ne"
conner proved TO be about iwen'y'A'
years old Amid the greatest eAci'e
ment he demanded hearing. ReIas
ing to reply to the preliminary induir
les az to his profession and domicl'e
The young man shouted that he ha1
heen an accomplice Of the assassina
ton of Steinhci and Madame Japy rs
the audience hushed In their eagernes-
10 hear what he had to say. Jean lie
feyre continued
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15
{cop,riEhs. iso7. BY 3. Lippincott Coz
SYNOPSIS.

Three girls Elizabeth. Gabrielle and
Eltsc-started for Canada to spend the
were frightened by an apparently dement,
ed stranger. who. finding bag belonging
to one of them, took enjoyment In scru
women met a Mrs. Graham. anxiously
awaiting her husband. who had a mania
LORD WIFI WifTid ana e Lady Ters Edith Cottage
called They proved to be John c;
Blake and Gordon Bennett. one friend
of Elizabeth's father. A wisp of yellow
hair from Mr. Graham's pocket fell into
was black. Fearing for the safety OF
some gems. Lady Edith left them in a
safe at the cottage Mr., Gordon, Bennett
actions on board ship Elise, alone. ex-
plored the cellar, overhearing a CONVEX
sation there between Mary Anne and a
man. He proved TO be her son, charged
with murder. At a supper. which was
held on the rocks. Elizabeth rather mys-
by the entire party. Gabrielle Witnessed
stormy scene between Lady Edith and
Mary Anne brought back Eiizabeth's
ring. Ehse went sailing with Gordon
Bennett, He tried to persuade her to
by Lady Edith At midnight Elise saw
two men-one Of them Gordon Bennett
their boathouse. She admitted to herself
that that she % had % nearly loved a. him s and be-
nett and Blake returned with Mr.. Gra-
hams body. He had been murdered.
Lord Wilfrid grew sulky. Lady Edith
confided to Elise that Blake and Ben
nett were thieves. Lady Edith led her TO
where they were trying to break in. The
girls We're awakened late at night by. a
noise In the cottage. They found Blake
and Bennett awaiting Lady Edith. who.
they told the girls, Nell Slmms, a
notorious crook, and Lord Wilfrid, a
smuggler, wanted for murder. They re-
fused to believe. Blake proved to be q
government officer.
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Il should regret to use force" he re-
peated. THE box. II you please"
"stop!v said Gabrielle quickly.
Thank you. Surely 1t is a simple mat
ter for you to satisfy this man Let
US open 1t and prove him wrong once
for all, and then neither you nor /
need ever see him again"
She unwrapped the first layer of
paper. then paused uncertainty.
Tell me they are yours she said
in QUEER, choked voice-'your moth
er's pearls-and ] will believe you.
Only look at me and tell me So"
The great brown eyes looked into
Gabrielle's clear hazel ones steadily
for a minute perhaps, then faltered; |;
tho long lashes dropped upon her
cheek. and she turned aside. speech
ess-seif-confessed thief.
Gabrielle. with sigh which was al
most a sob. handed the box to Mr..
Blake. He bowed gravely. removed
the cover, and Mrs. Bundy's famous
emeralds glittered in their bed of jew
eler's cotton. AS long as live I shall
hate emeralds. for they can but re-
call that most painful scene. bringing
vividly before me the averted face,
and bent golden head. of our once
loved friend.
Surely" said Gordon Bennett,
there is no use in prolonging this
scene"
making sign to the officers who held
the man | even now think Of as Lord
Wilfrid.
Il arrest you" said the officer, for
the murder of Harry Graham"
Something flashed in the light. and
we heard sharp click, accompanied
by suppressed scream from Mary
Anne.
Not thatl" she cried "Oh, good
Lord! not that! Don't put the and
cuffs on i'm"
BE quiet" her son said. Don't
you see the game is up?"
She did not heed him, but stood be-
fore the officers with raised hand and
certain dignity of carriage which
commanded attention in spite of her
gingham apron and round red face.
Aye" she said; "the murder of
Mr.. Graham. e done it-'e struck the
blowout why? Ask the woman be-
side i'm, 'er with the soft 'ands and
the yellow air. Ask 'er why he done
it. Amt she is wife? Amt e lived
and breathed and worked fur 'er ever
sence the evil day he fust seen 'er-
the day e come to me and told me 'e
was agoing to take up trade and
1.-Two houocf and raapoctahIao Wof did
she do fur i'm? She smiled on i'm
and she coaxed i'm, with 'er sweet
voice and pretty ways; she said she
couldn't live wi'out i'm. and more, too.
And she told i'm 'ow rich she was,
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15
Couldn't Convince the Judae.

Il have heard of the soul kiss and
kisses of other kinds. but never heard
of man biting his wife as an evidence
of his affection for her." remarked JUS
tice O'Neill of Baltimore, Md, when
George Phoebus, aged 27 of East Bal
timore street, endeavored to explain
the biting of his wife, for which Of
fense she had him arrested. Mrs.
Phoebus said her husband deliberate
ly bit her on the cheek, and. though
the pain was excruciating, he said that
1t was a ''love bite" The justice fined
him five dollars and gave him ten days
in Jail.
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and 'ow easy she made 'er money
takin' whatever she laid 'er 'ands on,
and smuggling jools and sich acrost
the border to 'er friends in the states.
Wot did she marry i'm fur? She didn't
love him
The man made a sudden motion,
but the officer laid q restraining hand
upon his arm. and Mary Anne con-
tinued, pouring out the words in a
steady stream which admitted OF no
interruption.
She wanted somebody to do 'er
dirty work, that's why she married i'm,
and tired enough of i'm she got, fur
all the gold key she gave i'm an the
cuff button which I thought I'd die
when I seen it in yer 'ands, Miss
elise. Was there a stormy night she
didn't send i'm out on the ocean wi a
boat-load fur the other side, carin' not
bit whether e ever come back or
not? Did she care fur anything but
'erself?
Don't l know 'ow fur years, ever
sence she fust seen i'm, she's made
that pore dead man work fur 'er? An
iiouSpt ihdh q wac, wv at iuott WIN Il
wife and child, but wot did she care ?
e was crazy about 'er. and once ]
heard i'm say ed foller 'er to purga-
tory and wuss, and e left is wife and
child whenever she called i'm, which
she did WI lock o air and some
fool verse. She liked i'm. too-liked
is fine figger and 'andsome face, and
when he come around she 'ad smiles
and to spare. with nothing left fur
Willy but black looks and sharp words.
oh, knowi"
''Will some one stop the woman ?"
said Mr.. Blake helplessly; but Mary
Anne had more to say, and went close
to her daughter-in-law, addressing her
directly.
When you sent fur i'm this sum
mer." she said, "and e come as usual,
you didn't like 1t because he brought
is wife-pore, pale. homely little
thing-so you was extra sweet to I'm
nights when you met in the boat-'ouse,
and he sailed you out ON the sea. you
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His Record.

Colonel" asked the beautiful girl,
did you ever ride horse 80 miles in
three days?"
NO" replied the veteran of two
wars, but once ran 20 miles in about
30 minutes, which / think was going
some. considering the fact that the un-
derbrush was thick and l was in SO
much of hurry that forgot to throw
away knapsack that weighed nearly
80 pounds"
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15
DO You KNOW ANY
SKIN SUFFERERS ?
n You Have a Friend AFFLICTED with
Eczema, Tell the Druggist About 1t.

II you have a friend suffering from
eczema, tell him about D. d. D.
Many eczema sufferers have trie' '
so many useless remedies and spent
SO much money with doctors that they
practically despair. II they only knew
of the simplest home cure for eczema'
1t is nothing more than oil of winter
green compound Gas mixed in ID. d. ID.
Prescriptfon).
er healing ingredients in liquid form,
this simple remedy penetrates the pores
of the skin, numbing and killing the
eczema germs while building up the
healthy tissue
Ask your druggists for D. D. D. Pre-
scription-
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15
CHAPTER xvl.-contlnued.

At last 1t came. A stealthy step, a
subdued rustic of skirts, whispered
word of caution. and we were aware
that some one had entered the din
ing room and stood SO near the shell
tering portiere that 1t moved slightly.
We could hear low voice command
some one to go to the foot of the stairs
and listen for movements above Then
silence again. and whisper from
Mary Anne that everything was quiet.
A faint light appeared through the
opening of the portiere. and. parting it
still further. we saw two figures: One
. man, on his knees at the door of the
safe, while the other, woman, held
the lantern. Her back was toward
US. but we knew only one person with
that wealth Of golden hair, slim. grace
full figure, and those dazzling white
shoulders enhanced by the low-cut
black gown. Elizabeths fingers closed
tightly on my arm, and knew she,
too. had recognized Lady Edith Camp
bell
The man bungled at the lock, and
she spoke sharply to him, her voice
hard and stinging He muttered
something, but she did not answer,
for the door of the safe swung open,
disclosing the box she had placed
there in its wrappings OF soft white
paper. Eagerly she bent to get it.
but as she took 1t In her hands a
whistle blew shrilly. hasty steps ap-
preached and the room suddenly
seemed full of people and lights.
The man sprang to his feet with an
oath, but his arms were seized by
two men In uniform. who in terms
more forceful than polite admonished
him to keep quiet and make no trouble.
And the woman-Lady Edith? She
stood erect, with head flung back and
blazing eyes. A scarlet spot famed
IN her cheeks, glowing brilliantly at
irst, then fading to marble whiteness
As she looked at the array against
her For a moment she said nothing:
then, turning to Mr.. Blake. she spoke
IN an even. mechanical voice.
II congratulate you upon the sue.
cess of your coup"
He came nearer and held out his
hand authoritatively.
81 will relieve you of that box" he
said.
81 will not give 1t to YOU"
81 should regret to use force with
a woman"
But we could bear no more. and
with one accord pushed aside the cur
tain and entered the room.
1T isn't truel" cried Elizabeth, rush.
ing to her side. Say 1t isn't true, and
we will believe you"
Even now, in the face Of everything
would you believe me?"
YES" / said; 1--WE would indeed II
is your word against theirs-why
should we not believe you? Only say
It 10 not true. The box is yours. but
why did you get 1t this way? You
had only to tell US you wanted It,"
You hear?" she said. standing tall
and erect, her eyes on a level with
Mr.. Blake's az she looked at him.
Ignoring his outstretched hand. my
word against yours. and they believe
RA-msI"
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15
A CURE FOR FITS.
The Treatment Is to Accomplish
What Science Has Been Strug-
Cling to Attain for Centuries.

The intense interest that has peen mani. I,
tested throughout the country by the wonld
derful cures that are being accomplished
daily by epilepticide still continues 1t is
really surprising the vast number of peo-
pie who have already been cured of fits
and nervousness. In order that everybody
may have chance to test the medicine,
large trial bottles, valuable literature, His
tory of Epilepsy and testimonials, will be
sent by mail absolutely free to all who
write to the DIR. May Laboratory, 548
Pearl Street, New York City
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15

frost bitten
one of the members of the expedition
to
they
Journey along
Nmrod
them
The members of Lieut. shakeons they
their temperatures went down far below reaching
% degrees, and In others considerably that
the
od because there doubt
in
there being 10 degrees of frost
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15
IN THE PUBLIC EYE
NAGEL'S FIRST ASSISTANT

ormsby McHarg who has been appointed
assistant secretary of commerce and labor, is
a native of North Dakota and has been in close
touch with AFFAIRS at Washington for several
years. His selection was personal with Secre
tary Nagel. who anxious to find man who
had the business and legal ability to run the de-
partment of commerce and labor in Mr.. Nagels
absence.
Mr.. Mcliarg was graduated from the law
school of the University of Michigan in 1896.
and returned to North Dakota to practice his
profession. In 1899 he went to Washington and
entered George Washington university. taking
several degrees. Later he became instructor
of law at George Washington.
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15
Here's Relief.

If we must be afflicted with weak,
sore and inflamed eyes, it is consoling
to know there is such a ready relief
within our reach as Doctor MitchelIs
Eye Salve. One bottle usually effects
complete cure. Have you ever tried
this wonderful remedy? All stores.
Price 25 cents.
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15


presidential
delegations
ana tne committee
manner In which Mr. Mcfarg handled
attention OF the party leaders,
ne was actively
the
assumption of his position
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15
GOT NEAR TO SOUTH POLE

Lieut.. Ernest H. Shacketon, the young Brit
ish naval officer. whose south pole seeking expe-
diuon came within Ill miles of reaching that
muehsought spot, smashed lot of precedents
in pole-hunting when he made his dash. In the
hrst place, he made a good share of the jour
ney by automobile and the last desperate dash
for the pole he made with hardy little ponies
rather than with dogs. The ponies were killed
and eaten one by one as necessity demanded
The food supplies carried by the expedition
contained very few vegetables and an unusual
proportion of meats. The latter have been found
superior to keep up the strength of the men,
while the vegetables soon become worthless
food in the Antarctic regions.
Lieut.. Shacllatnn has q renntation 40 ON
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15
For strenath Of Character.

Strength of character consists of
two things-power of will, and power
of self-restraint. 1t requires two
things, therefore, for its existence
strong feelings and strong command
over them.--Frederick w. Robertson.
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15
Ex-RoUGH RlDER'S WAY

Governor George Curry, former rough rider
friend of ex-President Roosevelt and by the lat
Ter maze hrst governor of the island of Samar
ana later promoted to the governorship of the
territory of New Mexico. does not agree with his
benefactor in the matter of treating unfriendlv
editors. Whereas Mr., Roosevelt painstaknglv
bombarded the recreant men of the blue mcneil
with interviews. written statements bitter LET
ters and libel suits, his New Mexican proteee
follows the much simpler and equally satjsfac.
tory method of getting the bad editor into his
office and beating him up.
Editor A. j. Loomis, of the Santa Fe Ea,ie
published the fact that Gov. Curry and his dele
CATION of official statehood workers at Washing
ton had been instructed by the nrnside.. - sSI
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15
PATENT CHIEF REMAINS

Edward Bruce Moore, commissioner of nat
ents. has been requested by Secretary BALM
ger to continue as the head of the United States
patent ONCE during his administration of the de-
partment OF the interior
Mr.. Moore is the first commissioner tn be
appointed from the office force. Since becom-
ing commissioner he has succeeded in SO i'm
pressing the appropriation committees of con-
gress with the needs of the office that that body
has Increased the force by So people and raised
the salaries of the examining corps all the wav
from $500 to 5000 year each. He has brought
the work of the office up until it is now practi-
cally current in all its branches
Mr. Moore was sent abroad last summer by
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15
Use Aliens Foot-Ea.e.

1t Is the only cure for Swollen, Smart
Ing, Tired, Aching, Hot Sweating Feet.
Ease, a powder to be shaken into the
shoes. Cures while you walk. At all Drug
gists and Shoe Stores, 25c. Don't accept
any substitute. Sample sent FREE. Ad-
dress. Allen S. Olmsted, Leroy, N. Y.
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15
Tho Only Audience.

Does anybody read real poetry now
adays?"
Il presume the publishers glance at
1t before sending 1t back"
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15

To have more of Health and more of
Life, take Garfield Tea! This Natura, laxa-
tive regulates liver, kidneys, stomach and
bowels, corrects constipation, purifies the
blood and eradicates disease.
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15

The world may owe you living,
young man, but by the time you col
lect it you will be ready to give the
undertaken a job
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15


industries of the country well he
Commissioner Moore
BY decisions
protected the flag and national emblem
National Red Cross society
Justices
what has been 1.-The of the law" - =
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FAIRLY WARNED.

See here, kid, If l ever catches you
cryin' like dat big BOBBY here. I'll dis
own you and cut you off without
penny. Seel"
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15

o.
wav less
o results - 80
considerable in
his resignation President
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15
A Dome.tic Eve R.m.a

Compounded by Experienced Physicians
Conforms to Pure Food and Drugs Laws
Wins Friends Wherever Used. Ask Drug
gists for Murine Eye Remedy. Try Mu-
rine in Your Eyes. You VIII Like Murine
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15

Stealing away from bad company il
justifiable larceny.
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15

In case of accident, cuts, wounds,
burns, scalds, sprains, bruises, ETC., moth
ing. will so quickly take away all pain
and soreness as Hamlins Wizard OIL
The Elbert County tribune., 1909-04-15
Linguistic Resources.

LINGUISTIC Hcsourccs.
rs this story you are telling me Of
hill-climbing. true one?"
Yes. 1t is on the level"
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-06-20
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE.
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 We have contracts with both rail- roads giving us exclusive right to so- licit baggage on trains and at Union Station Both Phones 61,--Pine Bluff Baggage Co. 4-28 tf
 Summer cOnVenienceS at CleVe- land Matthews Hardware Co. Frezo Freezers, all sizes, Rubber hose foe to 17c per foot. Lawn Mowers. Danna Mop Wringers $l.49, Ohio Steam Cookers three-piece granite stove sets
 FOR SALE-Butcher shop and equipment. 3O4 West Second. Splen~ did opportunity for right party to go into business. Apply Busy Bee Cafe.
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 New mackerel, Potomac roe herring, white fish and cod fish just received. Me- Cain Grocery Company.
 Let the Pine Bluff Moving and Storage Co.,, move and store your household goods. Up-to-date padded moving vans. Under exclusive man. agement of white men. We make specially of packing household goods for shipment Office Union Station. Both phones S1 4-2s If
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 If you would call at our buggy house you would be surprised how cheap you can buy any style buggy you would fancy, and we have all styles to sell from D. A. Caldwell. if
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 Just received a shipment of fine Tennessee country cured hams. shoulders.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-06-20

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