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The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
FATHER LAND AND MOTHER
TnhNIIE

Our Father Land! and wouldst thou
know
Why we should call it Father Land
1t is that Adam here below
Was made of earth by Nature
hand.
And he, our father made of earth,
Hath peopled earth on every hand;
And we, In memory of his birth,
Do call our country Father Land.
At first, In Eden's bowers, they say,
No sound of speech had Adam
caught,
But whistled like bird of thought.
But Nature, with resistless laws,
Made Adam soon surpass the birds:
She gave him lovely Eve because
If he'd wife they must have words.
And so the nature land, hold,
By male descent is proudly mine:
The language, as the tale hath told,
Was given in the female line.
And thus We see on either hand
We name our blessings whence
they're sprang;
We call our country Father Land,
We call our language Mother
Tongue.
Samuel Lover.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
The Cost of CareleSSneSS

Neglect of common" cold is SO often
the direct cause of dangerous disease,
that medical men cannot understand why
so many people allow cold, with its at
tendant cough, to run its course I'M
checked. aside from the unpleasantness
and annoyance. the resulting irritation of
the mucous membrane in the throat,
lungs and bronchial organs leaves them
sore and very susceptible to attack.
With the first indication of a cold. take
steps to check it at once; A simple, in
home NV xin Two can ounces pr
a half-ounce of Virgin Oil of Pine COM
pound pure, and eight ounces OF pure
whisky. You can buy these in any good
drug store and easily mix them In a large
bottle. 1t is claimed by the Leach Chemi-
cal Co, OF Cincinnati, who prepare the
pure, that a teaspoonful of this mixture,
four times day, will break cold in
twenty-four hours and cure any cough
that is durable.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
PENsAcoLIANs IN MOBILE.
The REGISTER saws:

lie IlSSISICI says
Mrs. Henry Hall leaves Friday for
a visit to Pensacola, where she will
be the guest of her brother, Mr.
Richard Cary and family, and also of
the Abercrombies. Mrs. Hall will re-
main in Pensacola until after the
carnival. Mr.. Hall will go over for
the opening of the new hotel, the
San Carlos, on February /, and will
be numbered among the guests at the
banquet.
MFR. and Mrs. George Hervey will
leave this week for Pensacola to
make their future home and will be
accompanied by their mother, Mrs
Frank Hervey, who will spend a
month with them.
"Mr. Frank Gardner, of Pensacola,
spent Sunday here with friends, leav-
ing Monday morning for a trip
through Alabama before returning to
Pensacola.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
Everything to Wear.

was unusually happy in her planning
and selections yesterday, belongs the
distinction of having given one of the
very prettiest of heart parties which
have so far occurred in Pensacola
this year. The heart" idea was also
carried out in the serving, cleverly
and with many new touches which
proved acceptable. Miss Knowles,
with her guests, has been receiving
numberless attentions recently, a con
dition Of affairs, which, according to
indications, will continue well through
until the Lenten season appears.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
PAINT LICK
LADY WRITES THANKS
For the Great Benefit That
Cardui, the Wornan's
Tonic, Was to Her
When Sick.

Paint Lick, KY suffered so much
from womanly trouble" writes Mrs.
Mary Freeman, of Paint Lick. Ky,
before l commenced to take Carduf.
81 was so weak from it, that was
down on my back nearly all the time.
Il have taken three bottles of Car
dui and it has done me more good
than any medicine l ever took in nv
life.
Il can't possibly praise it too highly
it has done so much for me and l will
do all can to help you for I think It
is the only medicine on earth that will
cure female troubles
You need not be afraid to try Car.
dui for in doing so you are making
no new experiment in drug dosing OF
in tablets Of concentrated mineral in.
gradients.
Cardui is medicine, as a tonic
for weak, tired, worn-out women is
time-tested, safe, reliable. 1t has
helped others and should certainly
help you.
Composed of gentle-acting, herb in
gradients, its action is mild and natur
al and it has no bad after-effects, as
have many of the powerful drugs
sometimes recommended.
N B.-Write to Ladies' Advisory Dept
Chattanooga Medicine Co. CHATTANOOGA
Tenn. for Special Instructions, and 4
page book. "Home Treatment for WON
en-" sent in plain wrapper, on request
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
MRS. c. w. LAMAR'S DELIGHTFUL
HEART PARTY A PRETTY AFFAIR,

Heart parties are becoming decid-
eddy the rage in Pensacola, as they
have been in the larger cities during
the entire season, and Mrs. C. w. La
mar was hostess yesterday evening
at an especially pretty one. which wae
given in honor of Miss Josie Knowles,
and her guests, Miss Prince and Miss
Kidder. AS is generally characters
tic with heart parties. gay little-hearts
of blushing hues were used generally
throughout the rooms In which the en-
Pertaining occurred, proving an en-
trancing and delightful form of decor.
alton. The debutante set was present
with others, and to Mrs. Lamar, who
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26

her home during the early part of the
afternoon, and in short time general
concentrations were being received
by the popular hostess, who was pre-
scented with handsome handpainted
plate in honor of the occasion. Re
freshments of punch, cake and cream
were served, the following having
been the successful ones in a game
of euchre which proved one of the
pleasant features of the afternoon:
First prize, Mrs. F. Bulmer; second
prize, Mrs. Rowland; third prize, Mrs.
e. 0. Roch.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
J. F. Hanberry spent Saturday and

J. F. Hanberry. spent Saturday and
Sunday with home folks.
Mrs. w. C. Parish, of Camden, is
visiting her daughter, Mrs A. d. Kelly.
Miss Jennie Jackson is visiting at
Flomaton this week.
w. NJ. Stockman, from near Bay st.
Louis, Miss, made short visit here
last Monday.
Miss Fannie Ruffin, from Repton, is
visiting the family of A. J. Straughan.
Rev. Arnold filled his appointment
here last Sunday night.
Miss Cora Kelley attended the
Teachers Institute at Pollard last Fri
day and Saturday.
Miss Annie Lou Straughan is fin
ishfng the school in District No. 5.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
Samuel Lover.
THE RosASco-WELLES
WEDDING TONIGHT.

The marriage OF Miss Ada Rosasco
and Mr. Welles, of Atlanta, will take
place tonight at the First Presby-
terrain church, the Rev. Mr.. J. S. Sib-
ley officiating. Much interest is be-
ing taken in the event, as the bride
is one of Pensacola's most beautiful
young women, and the groom comes
from the best social circles in Atlanta,
being also a successful young bust
ness man. The couple viii leave to-
night on an extended trip, after which
they will make their home in Atlanta
where they are to be received inn
mediately into the very exclusive cir
Giles of the Georgia city.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26

been evident more or less when the
Federal soldier is concerned, especial
~ in cities of the south. The w. e.
T. [. people are learning, that, while
there are unfortunate exceptions to
the rule. many of the boys come OF
excellent northern families, some hav-
ing been country boys, and some hav-
ing Joined the ranks for the love OF
travel and adventure. They are do
ing great deal toward bringing about
a more generous and broad-minded
understanding between Pensacola peo-
pie and the people of the fort, and
their work at least is being appre-
ciated by the boys themselves.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26

On account of sickness Miss hoomes
was compelled to give it up.
Mr.. and Mrs. j. c, Spires will soon
leave for North Carolina. They have
been in our midst only one year but
have made many warm friends who
regret to see them leave.
Among those who attended the KY
ser-Jackson wedding were c. E. Black
we'll, from Tunnel Springs, and Gil
bert Mcdonald and Dan Falkenberry,
from Beatrice.
On last Sunday afternoon at the
home of the brides mother, Mrs. M.
Thompson, at Wallace, Ala, Eugene
B. Kyser and Miss Inez Jackson were
quietly married by Rev. w. T. Ar
mold. Their many friends wish for
them a long and happy welded life.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
WITH MRS.
JOE ROTH.

Mrs. Joe Roth will be hostess at a
postponed meeting of the Married
Ladies' Euchre club On Friday at her
home on Government street. The club
was to have met with her yesterday,
but owing to the extra social feature
enjoyed by the members at the home
not played.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
THE FIVE HUNDRED CLUB
MET WITH MRS. DAVIS.

Mrs. L. NJ. Davis entertained the
members of the Five Hundred club
yesterday at her home on Lee street.
The entire membership of the popu-
lar club was present the game having
been played with great success for
several hours, after which light re-
fTeshments were served. Mrs. Davis
is in the habit of giving very pleasant
affairs at her lovely home on Lee
street, and last nights event was no
exception to the rule.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
THE TUESDAY EUCHRE CLUB
WITH MRS, j. n, SMITHWICK,

Mrs. ]. H. Smithwick entertained
the Tuesday Euchre club yesterday
very pleasantly. the afternoon having
passed quickly with interesting games
after which light refreshments were
served. Mrs. Willis won the first
prize, Mrs. VIM. Johnson the second,
and the hostess the BOBBY. The next
meeting will be with Mrs. Frank Dunn
on North Barcelona street.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
THE YOUNG MARRIED
LADIES' EUCHRE TO MEET TODAY

The. Young Married Ladies' Euchre
club "a select social club whose meni-
bership comprises the most popular
young married Jewish society women
in the city. will meet this afternoon
at the home of Mrs. Monroe Elkan.
Mrs. Elkan, was formerly popular
Selma society woman, whose regal
beauty always makes her a central
figure of interest.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
MANY ATTENDED DANCE AT
EARRANCAS LAST NIGHT,

A large number from Pensacola and
Warrington were present last night
at the dance given by the Barrancas
Social Club, the pleasant affair hay-
ing taken place at the gymnasium.
The national colors were used in the
decorative scheme, the dance cards
having also been distinctive and pref
ty in the matchless red, white and
blue. The club will give several more
dances before Lent.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
LEFT FOR THE
GAINESVILLE CONVENTION.

The Rev. Mr.. Thos. M. Galloway Of
the First Baptist church left yester-
day for Gainesville, Fla, where he
will attend the Baptist state conven-
time to conduct both services at his
church on Sunday.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
PAsSMoRE-BARNETT WEDDING
TOOK PLACE YESTERDAY.

The wedding of Miss Eula Mae
Passmore and Mr.. George Boiling Bar
nett took place yesterday morning at
the home of the brides parents, Mr..
and Mrs. VIM. Passmore, at No. 1905
N. Davis street, the ceremony having
been performed by the Rev. Mr.. Thos.
NJ Galloway of the First Baptist
church in the presence of number
of relatives and friends of the young
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
THE TUESDAY BRIDGE
WITH MRS. THORNTON.

Mrs. Louis Earle Thornton enter
tanned the Tuesday Bridge club yes
terday afternoon at her home on Bar,
celona street. The hostess won the
high score prize, the next meeting to
be with Mrs. Richard Turner.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
ARE HERE ON
THEIR BRIDAL TRIP.

Mr.. and Mrs. Magnus, of Cincinnati,
who have been over on the East Coast
on their bridal trip, are guests of
Mr.. and Mrs. Alfred Moog on Spring
street. Their wedding was one of the
prominent social events of Cincinnati
society, and they have been visiting
points of especial interest in Florida
during the past few weeks.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
IN HONOR OF
MRS. SYDNEY BELL,

Yesterday was the anniversary Of
the birth of Mrs. Sydney Bell on
Gregory street, and as is customary
when such dates of interest arrive
among its members, the Married
Ladies' Euchre club prepared to sur
prise her. The entire club arrived at
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
WERE GUESTS OF
MRS. ALEX FRIEDMAN.

Mrs. Alex Friedman was hostess at
a very delightful meeting of the Six
Hand Euchre club yesterday, the aft
ernoon having been thoroughly en-
joyed by the members present. Mrs.
Louis Friedman won the first prize,
Mrs. Ed Forcheimer the second, and
Miss Stella Rosenau was presented
the guest prize. The next meeting
will be with Mrs. VIM. Falk on Ger
vanteS street
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
MRS. DOUGLAS TO
ENTERTAIN AT BRIDGE TO-DAY

Mrs. Douglas will be hostess today
at a bridge which will be given in
honor of several of the visiting young
ladies who are here for the Mardi
Gras festivities. Cards have been re-
ceived by number in Pensacola, as
well as on the bayshore and at the
Yard.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
THE WORK

OF 7 n ( w. =, 7. 2.
The w. C. T. U. will hold its regular
meetings today. one this afternoon at
the First Presbyterian church and one
tonight at Fort Barrancas. Tonights
event will be especially interesting, as
a good musical program has already
been prepared as usual. This work
among the soldier boys at Barrancas
is doing a great deal to break down
certain prejudices which have always
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
MRS. j. M. CLUTTER
ENTERTAINED.

| Mrs. J. NJ. Clutter was hostess yes
| terday afternoon at the regular meet
ing Of the East Hill Euchre club. Mrs.
| George Hoffman won the first prize,
Mrs. VIM. Walker the consolation,
Mrs. Cranston the lone hand. and Mrs.
L. NJ. Davis the BOBBY. The next
meeting will be with Mrs. Davis.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
WALLACE.
Special TO The JoIIrnaL

Wallace. Jan. 25-Miss Gertrude
Hines, who has been on the sick list
for several weeks, is slowly recover
ing.
l.. E. Hines and J. NJ. Hall are abb
sent, building school house at APP
pleton.
w. Z. Elder, P. ". Cheatham and
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
AT THE PROGRESS
CLUB TONIGHT.

The Progress club people will give
their weekly progressive euchre party
tonight in the club rooms. All con-
cerned are planning on delightful
time with congenial company and
pleasant surroundings.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
ARE HERE FROM
ILLINOIS

Mr.. and Mrs F. J. Wareham and
little daughter, Harriet, are here from
Taylorville, H., and are stopping at
Hotel Escambia for the present. They
are on their way to the east coast,
and are planning to spend the re-
mainder of the winter in Florida.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
PERFECT VANILLA EXTRACT

Blue Ribbon Vanilla Extract is
made from the finest vanilla beans
is perfectly pure and aged until the
flavor is perfect.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
THE ENTIRE NOUS CLUB
MET WITH MRS, SAUNDERS,

Mrs. E. Saunders entertained the
Entire Nous club yesterday, the ladies
having all reported the usual inter-
esting time characteristic of the club.
They do not play for prizes.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
MRS. JOS. WE'LL
RETURNS FROM LOUISVILLE.

Mrs. Jos. WE'LL has returned to the
city after a visit of eight months in
Louisville and Texas. Her return is
proving delightful among her numer-
Gus friends in the city among whom
she is exceptionally popular
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26

Among the Mardi Gras visitors who
will arrive in the near future are
Mrs. E. Heinebower and daughter,
who will visit Mrs. J. S. McGaughey
and Mrs. w. NJ. Mcclellan.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26

Mrs. r. NJ. Cary will entertain Mrs.
Henry Hall during the carnival
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26

Mrs. Harry White and little daugh-
ter, of Hagerston, Pa, will spend the
Mardi Gras with Mr.. and Mrs. Null
don.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
PERSONAL MENTION,

Mrs. Albert Hyer and Miss Daisy
Hyer left yesterday for New Orleans,
where they will attend the Mardi
GraS.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
THE LADIES' BENEVOLENT
SOCIETY OF TEMPLE BETHEL
TO MEET
TO MEET

The Ladies' Benevolent Society of
Temple BETHEL VIII hold its regular
meeting this afternoon at $50 O'Clock
at the temple. All members are re-
quested to be present, as important
matters now demand the full atten
ton of the ladies.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26

Miss Helen Murphy, of Vinton, Iowa,
will spend the Mardi Gras season
with Miss Marion Avery.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26

Mrs. Vernon will enjoy the carnival
here as the guest of Miss Mamie Mer-
rift.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26

Mrs. Stephen Moreno, of Tampa, has
returned home, after a pleasant visit
with Mrs. w. A. BlOunt.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26

Hyer left yesterday for New Orleans,
where they will attend the Mardi
Gras.
Mrs. Harry White and little daugh-
ter, of Hagerston, Pa, will spend the
Mardi Gras with Mr.. and Mrs. Null
DON
Among the Mardi Gras visitors who
will arrive in the near future are
Mrs. E. Heinebower and daughter,
who will visit Mrs. J. S. McGaughey
and Mrs. w. NJ. Mcclellan.
Mrs. R NJ. Cary will entertain Mrs.
Henry Hall during the carnival
Miss Helen Murphy. of Vinton, Iowa,
will spend the Mardi Gras season
with Miss Marion Avery.
Mrs. Vernon will enjoy the carnival
here as the guest of Miss Mamie Mer-
rift.
Mrs. Stephen Moreno, of Tampa, has
returned home, after a pleasant visit
with Mrs. w A. Blount.
Mrs C. ". Lamar is entertaining
Mrs. J. J. Lamar, OF Florala, Ala.
Mr.. John ]. Gibson is still very i'll
at his home on East Cervantes street
to the regret of his many friends.
Miss Julia Wood. of Detroit, Mich ;,
is the guest of her aunt, Mrs. Rix NJ.
Robinson.
The little daughter of Mr.. and Mrs
Jas. T. McConaughy is improving at
the Inge hospital in Mobile.
Miss Eugenia Bombay will leave this
week for Montgomery.
DR.. and Mrs. Crayey win entertain
Mrs. Watson Cobb, of Georgia, dur
ing Mardi GTas.
Miss Marguerite Roberts will return
from Cincinnati in time for the carni-
val.
The little son OF Mr. and Mrs. A.
l.. Stearns is improving after a severe
illness.
Chamberlain Cough Remedy is not
q common, everyday cough mixture.
1t is a meritorious remedy for all the
troublesome and dangerous complica-
tions resulting from cold in the head.
throat, chest or lungs. Sold by all
dealers.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26

Mrs C. ". Lamar is entertaining
Mrs. J. J. Lamar, OF Florala, Ala.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26

Mr.. John J. Gibson is still very i'll
| at his home on East Cervantes street
/ to the regret of his many friends.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26

Miss Marguerite Roberts will retur
from Cincinnati in time for the earn
val
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26

The little son Of Mr.. and Mrs. A.
l.. Stearns is improving after a severe
illness.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26

Miss Julia Wood, of Detroit Mich
is the guest of her aunt, Mrs. Rix NJ.
Robinson.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26

DR.. and Mrs. Cravey win entertain
Mrs Watson Cobb, of Georgia, du,
ing Mardi Gras.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26

The little daughter of Mr.. and Mrs
Jas. T. McConaughy is improving al
the Inge hospital in Mobile.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26
More care should be exercised in
selecting a mattress than any other
piece of household furniture


Because it either adds to or detracts
from your health and comfort more
than any other article in your own
home.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1910-01-26

Miss Eugenia Bombay will leave thi,
week for Montgomery.
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something to think about-and he thought. He
swore. by the void of the night above and the God
he believed it still contained, to make men forget, to
be again a among them. The other deie ct,
who started him Alright passed on into the Nov here
but Tom Walsh facing himself and daring TO adm
his delinquenc1e forty years of age and suied
by life took new tack.
And this is the tale of The Gutter. There may be
those who will scott at it; but there others who,
fighting their failings, will know how desperate
his struggle and admire him for the fight. Per-
haps the bravest thing he did to go back to the
waterfront where he filled his lungs with the air from
the waste and his mind with the thoughts of what
that great outward sea held for the man who would
not quit No one knows what ignominy he suffered
in the knowledge of whispers behind the back, nor
of what struggles his temperng soul had with the
fires of appetite that beseged him. Only this: that
in the days of brave endeavor his shoulders squared
back his head poised itself more resolutely, and the
real Tom Walsh coming back into the hulk of
body it had abandoned when drink and the devil
entered in.
ONCE, in the days when tugs went out to sea,
there dingy Office on the Jersey shore
where man held forth who real man. They
tell of him yet down there the waterfront where
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ceded him had gone behind a grating where wooden
bars held out all those employees Papers, files.
and charts formed a background for a white headed
m, VINO was listening to their report The Gutter
t embed with anxiety. Something whispered to
him that he should go out and get drink to brace
up his nerves, which, shattered by ten days absti-
nence would make his voice tremble when he spoke.
That aroused in him the old logged spirit of resist
ance and he blurted hoarsely but without tremor
I've come to get that berthi
HE beloved SO loudly, with such fierce insistence.
- that he startled himself. The men behind the
grating turned sharply to a scowling unshaven
face thrust through the little opening above the desk
The head of the Harrott Towing Company stared at
him inquringly and then stood up.
You engineer?",
Yes
Got license? Any recommendations? Clean
bill of health, eh?"'
License? Yes. Clean bill9 No. I'm Tom
Walsh"
Harrott put his glasses on his nose and stared at
him. Evidently his evil reputation was better
known than his identity. Harrott leaned farther
across if seeking secret of the soul from be-
hind the desperate eyes that met his.
"Oh yes" the engineer said belligerently, I'm