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The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1910-05-05

as have said, feeling of resentment
at the presumption which installed all
this in our capital of Washington.
l presume my thought may have
been reflected in some manner in my
face. / heard gentle laugh, and
turned about. She sat there in great
carved chair. smiling, her white arms
stretched out on the rails, the fingers
just gently curving.
She had thrown back over the rail
of the chair the rich cloak which
covered her in the carriage, and sat
now in the full light, in the splendor
of satin and lace and gems, her arms
bare, her throat and shoulders white
and bare, her figure recognized gra-
ciously by every line Of a superb
gowning such as we had not yet
learned on this side of the sea.
She did not speak at first, but sat
and smiled, studying, l presume, to
find what stuff 1 was made of.
BE seated, pray. she said at last
Let us talk over this matter"
Obedient to her gesture, l dropped
into q chair opposite to her, she her.
self not varying her posture and still
regarding me with the laugh in her
half-closed eyes.
What do you think of my little
place." she asked finally.
Two things, madam" said I, half
sternly. IF it belonged to man, and
to minister plenipotentiary, should
not approve it. If it belonged to q lady
of means and desire to see the lands
of this little world. / should approve it
very much
She looked at me with eyes slightly
narrowed but no trace of perturbation
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1910-05-05
CHAPTER vi.

The Boudoir Of the Baroness
A woman's counsel brought us first to
Woe.-Dryden.
"Wait!" she said. 1--WE shall have
candles" She clapped her hands
sharply, and again there entered the
silent old serving woman, who, obedi-
ent to a gesture, proceeded to light
additional candles in the prism stands
and sconces. The apartment was now
distinct in all it's details under this
additional flood of light. Decently
as I might looked about. l was
forced to stine the exclamation of sur
prise which rose to my lips.
Here certainly was European luxury
transferred to our shores. This In SIM
pie Washington, with it's vast white
unfinished capitol, its piecemeal miles
of mixed residences, and novels!
fancied stern Andrew Jackson or plain
John Calhoun here!
The furniture l discovered to be
exquisite in detail, of rosewood and
mahogany, with many brass chasings
and carvings, after the fashion of the
empire, and here and there ford orna'
msntation following that of the court OF
the earlier Louis. Fanciful little clocks
with carved scrolls stood about. Here
and there a divan and couch showed
elaborate care in comfort. Beyond q
lace-screened grille I saw an alcove-
doubtless cut through the original par
tition wall between two of these hum.
Bile houses-and within this stood a
high tester bed, it's heavy mahogany
posts beautifully carved, the couch
itself piled deep with foundations OF
I know not what of down and spread
most daintily with q coverlid OF am.
Der satin, whose edges fringed out al
most to the floor At the other ex
tremity, screened of as in distinct
apartment, there stood small couch
q Napoleon bed, with carved ends
furnished more simply, but with equal
richness.
One resented the liberties England
took in establishing this manner OF
menage in our simple city, and ar
rogantly taking for granted our ignor
ance regarding it; but none the less
one was forced to commend the
thoroughness shown. My first impress
sion was that of surprise; my second
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1910-05-05
BY EMERSON HOUGH
1 III Rr T. me HrHTSyfcGIPP1 SuSbIE
ILLUSTRATIONS BY MAGNUC G:NEIINER
ccPSRIGiT 1909 By boeeS- r1EkkiLL ca

us. We were by this time nearly at
the end of Washington's limited pave
ments 1t would be simple after that
| leaned out and gave our driver some
brief orders. We led our chase across
the valley creeks on up the George
town hills, and soon as possible
abandoned the last of the pavement
and took to the turf, where the sound
of our wheels was dulled. Rapidly as
we could we passed on up the hill, our
going, which was all of earth or soft
turf, now we'll wetted by the rain
When at last we reached point neal
the summit of the hill stopped to
listen. Hearing nothing, l told the
driver to pull down the hill by the
side street, and to drive slowly. When
we finally came into our main street
again at the foot of the Georgetown
hills. not far from the little creek
which divided that settlement from
the main city, l could hear nowhere
any sound of our pursuer.
Madam" said, turning to her, y
think we may safely say we are alone
What, now, is your wish?"
"Home!" she said.
"And where is homer"
She looked at me keenly for time
as though to read some thought which
perhaps she saw suggested either in
the tone of my voice or in some
glimpse she might have caught of my
features as light afforded. For the
moment she made no answer.
rs it here?" suddenly asked her
presenting to her inspection the sealed
missive which l bore.
Il cannot see; it is quite dark she
said hurriedly.
Pardon me, then" fumbled fol
my case of lucifers, aad made faint
light by which she might read. She
pursed her lips and shook her head.
Il do not recognize the address,
said she, smiling, as she turned to
ward me.
rs it at this door on M street, az
you go beyond this other street,"
asked her. "Come-think!"
Then thought / saw the flush
deepen on her face, even as the match
fiickered and failed.
I leaned out of the door and called
to the negro driver. Home, now
boy-and drive FAST"
She made no protest
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1910-05-05

tleman-Mr. Nicholas Trist. We of
this country do not offer our services
to ladies for the sake of pay. But
do not be troubled over any mistake
1t is nothing. Now, you have per-
haps had some little adventure in
which you do not wish to be discover
ed. In any case. you ask NE to shake
of that carriage which follows us. II
that is all, madam, it very easily can
be arranged
Hasten, then" she said. II leave
1t to you. was sure you knew the
city,
turned and gazed back through
the rear window of the carriage. True,
there was another vehicle following
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1910-05-05

Madam" / answered, laughing at
her; "by this amber purple shadow,
with flecks of scarlet and pink; by
this perfume which weaves webs for
me here in this carriage know YOU
The light is poor, but it is good
enough to show one who can be nc
one else but the Baroness Won Ritz"
was in the mood to spice an ad
venture which had gone thus far. OF
course she thought me crazed, and
drew back again in the shadow; out
when | turned and smiled, she smiled
In answer-herself somewhat puzzled.
1.-THE Baroness Won Ritz cannot be
disguised" l said; mot even II sne
wore her domino"
She looked down at the little mask
which hung from the silken cord, and
flung it from her.
"Oh, then, very WE'LL" she said. IF
you know who I am, who are you,
and why do you talk in this absurd
way with me, stranger"
"And, why, madam, do you take me
up, a stranger, in this absurd way, at
midnight, on the streets of Washing
toni, who am engaged on business
for my chief?"
She tapped again with her foot on
the carriage floor. "Tell me who you
are!" she said.
"Once a young planter from Mary
land yonder; sometime would-be law
yer here in Washington. 1t is my mis-
fortune not to be SO distinguished
In fame or beauty that my name is
known by all; so need not tell you
my name perhaps, only assuring you
that am at your service if I may be
useful"
your name!" she again demanded
I told her the first one that came to
my lips-I do not remember what.
did not deceive her for a moment.
"Of course that is not your name"
she said; because it does not fit you.
You have me still at disadvantage"
"And me, madam? You are taking
me miles out of my way. How can I
help you? Do you perhaps wish to
hunt mushrooms in the Georgetown
woods when morning comes? l wish
that might join you, but l fear"
You mock me-" she retorted. Very
good. Let me ten you it was not your
personal charm which attracted me
when / saw you on the pavement!
Twas because you were the only man
in sight"
l bowed my thanks. For a moment
nothing was heard save the steady
patter of hoofs on the ragged pave
ment At length she went on.
II am alone. / have been followed.
] was followed when ! called to you
by another carriage. asked help of the
first gentleman / saw, having heard
that Americans are all gentlemen"
True" said i: Il do not blame you.
Neither do ! blame the occupant of
the other carriage for following you. -
Il pray you, leave aside such cIat-
teri" she exclaimed
Very well, then, madam. Perhaps
the best way is for us to be more
straightforward. If cannot be of
service l beg you to let me descend,
for l have business which / must ex-
ecute tonight"
She dismissed this with an impa.
tient gesture, and continued.
See, l am alone" she said Come
with me. Show me my way-I will
pay will pay anything in reason"
Actually / saw her tumble at her
purse, and the hot blood few to my
forehead.
What you ask of me, madam, is
impossible" said !, with what cour.
tesy l could summon. You oblige
me now to tell my real name. l have
told you that ] am an American gen.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1910-02-12

DELINQUENT LIST FOR THE YEAR
1909.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1910-02-12
OF HAW All

CHINESE BOOK a."
DELINQUENT TAXES 1909
Akina, G., c. and c. Avail,
Trustees for Chinese Bene-
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1910-12-08
"a Japanese Honeymoon

This excellent musical comedy IL
billed at the local playhouse on Mon
day night. An evening OF hilarisy
and mirth is promised all who are
on hand. The scene is laid on the
Island Of Dreams, where everyone
looks beautiful, and here come a
little American girl to meet her
sweetheart, Carl, an American Ell.
sign. He is accompanied by party
Of friends. The island Is governed
by Pin Tu, who seems to have been
born without a heart; and Ban Ko,
his chief adviser, pessuades the
American girl to flirt with Pin Tu
and awaken the power of love, for 1t
is a decree of the lanl that unless
the ruler marries he is to be sacrl-
feed to the God OF Love" The
complications ere the story is un.
wound offer many opportunities tor
effective comedy and contrasting SEN
timent and both principals and cho-
rus contribute Wisely and cleverly.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1910-12-08
Many Bargains to Be Had at Rams.
7ale's Removal Sale.

we will commence to move in our
new store on December 9th and we
find that our, stock is still too large
so we have decided to make another
mark down which will make the next
two weeks the greatest bargain days
ever put before the trade. We will
make it interesting for you If you
need anything in shoes, hats OF
clothing for we have too much 20
move and thew must go at sacrifice.
II every custom who reads this
Will come and buy one or more pairs
OF shoes we will have great deal
less to move. We also have LOO many
ladies long coats which will be SOLD
regardless of cost. Our stock Of toys
and holiday goods are in and we can
save you money in that line. Re-
member. you will lose money If you
fail to give me call in the next two
weeks. J. c. RANSDALE.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1910-12-08
Weather Prophets.

The season of winter Is the golden
period Of the year for the weather
prophets. To forecast the winter
weather seems to give even greater
satisfaction than the predicting Of
m early or late spring. The man
who says we are going to IL. AL
old fashioned winter" he who says
the winter will be open, and the
wiseacres who pin their faith on corn
'.usks, goose bones, flying birds and
furry animals are all in their ele.
ncnt. One thing is certain, which Is
hat when spring begins to dawn ev-
eiyhody is agreed that the winter
vas long enough and cold enough.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1910-12-08
Enjoyable Party.

" Miss jamie Brooks Salley gave a
delightful party Friday evening. De.
licious refreshments we're served and
the time came too quick for = those
who were present to leave: Those
present were: Misses Wl1lie:Seovflfe,
Louise Mewborne, Murdaugh Brun-
son, Emmie Dantzler, Caroline Wan.
namaker, Annie Louise Gelzer, Jes-
sic Copes, Edith Hoffman, NWinifred
Doyle, Ruby Bryant, Gladys CAT
Annie Lee Crum, Mary Herbert anu
Messrs. Oliver Farnunl, Harry Wan
namaker, Earl Dukes, Willie Wright
Eddie Scoville, Sid seignois, Lewis
Weeks, Walter Herbert, Cornelson
McLees, Carl Albrecht, Ingram Low.
man, Newton Kohn and Hydrick
Smith.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1910-12-08
Some Business Hints.

The man who is above his business
and the man who Is be'ow it ulti-
n.ataly reach the same end-failure.
It is the man who, in truest sense,
becomes part and parcel of his bust
ness that wins out. He studies it in
all its bearings, is quick to discern
the needs and chara cteristics of the
people of his comm unity and plans
accordingly, advertises his wares in
genei Gus and attractive ways that
those same people may know what
he has TO offer them, and with tact,
courtesy, and patience waits upon
them when they come responsive to
the information he has given them.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1910-12-08
Happily Married,

Mr.. Joseph B. Smoak, Jr., Of this
city, and Miss Harriet Josephine
Shuler, were married "Wednesday af-
ternoon at the residence Of Mrs. Har-
Tiet Lee, grandmother Of the bride.
The ceremony was performed by the
Rev. Geo. E. Davis, Pastor Of the
Baptist Church in this city, in the
presence of a large number Of the
relatives snl intimate friends Of the
contracting parties. The popularity
of the young couple was attested by
the large number Of handsome pres
ents they received. The marriage
.tock place at five o'clock and at SIX
o clock Mr.. and Mrs. Smoak left On
the Southern for trip to Floridr.
The young couple start life with the
best wishes OF host of friends.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1910-12-08
Funny State of Aairs.

Il A poor fellow, w. G. R. Cunning,
an alleged lunatic, is confined in the
local Jail here. He was brought 70
this city from Elloree, In this coun-
ty, and adjudged insane. The State
asylum authorities refused to re-
.Ceive him because he is an English
subject. The En- glish ambassador al
Washington has been notified OF
cummings situation but no reply has
been received. The man held a po-
eition in bank in Ireland. He
arifted away and when committed as
. lunatic he was employed as Ia
torer on farm near Elloree. II
neither the State or England will
rare for the unfortunate man, what
is to be done with him? Orange
burg county has no accomm odation
for lunatics, and it is not human to
keep man in Cummings condition
IN jail.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1910-12-08
l.l.cl1ulai,inr Scheme,

Judge c. p. Brunson had two col
orcd girls uH before him on Tucsda"
morning on the charge of infanticide
as the result cf an anonymous letter
which he had received charging one
CT the girls before him with that
crime. After investigating the met
ter the Judge was convinced that 1t
was nothing but a blackmailing
scheme. and dismissed the case. If
the writer of the letter will reveal
himself to Judge Brunson he will be
given .he benefit of the law provided
for such cases.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1910-12-08
Cameron Dots.

The farmers in this section are
about through gathering.
The Four Holes graded school is
doing nice y under the Management;
of Prof. Marvin Riddle as principal
and Miss Alma Collier as assistant.
We are Glad to note at this writ
ing that Mr.. Hubert Till Is up and
getting along fine after being III 81
long with fever.
Mr.. H. H. Shuler, Of Grand View
Texas, is visiting relatives in this
section and his Old home. We are
glad to have him with us after be.
ing yone for five long years.
Miss Lessie Lee Jackson Of Swan.
sea, S. c., is the pretty and much
ADMIRED guest Of Mrs. A. G. Riley
MS week.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1910-12-08
A DaStarGIy Outrage.

A few days ago strange negro
man entered the homo Of colorei
family on Oak street and attacked a
young woman. who was sick in bed.
and who had been left alone only a
few minutes. Screams CT his intend
ed victim caused the scouhdrel to
beat a basty retreat He was very
black negro, and a stranger in these
parts. It is pity that the scoundre.
cant be carght and punished as ne
richly deserves.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1910-12-08
LULAL MI Wo ITEMS
PICKED l,'.ALL O..Ek TOWN BY
OUR REPORTERS.
What Is Happening Here and There.
Local ltems Ur Personal Interest

Local lteans uf Personal Interest
+, to thur keatiers.
What about your Christmas shop
ping?
Miss Anna R. Moss Is visiting
| friends in C-arIesio-.
| We call Oh. readers attention 70
the J. G. Ransda Removal Sale no.
I. tice On It's taae.
THE C::rl n tn, Ttxi' pleased a
| large audience at the Academy Ct
Music on Monday night.
Orangeburg leads Richland coun-
ty by $50 when it comes to popula-
ton according to the census figures.
Miss Genevive Cauthen, Of Ninety
Six, is a tope on a visit to her uncle
and aunt, Mr.. and Mrs. A. s. Jen-
ninss.
Under the new census, Orangeburg
county gains one member in the Leg
islature, giving her FIVE instead OF
four as at present.
Many people from the surrounding
country and neighboring towns came
in to see the play at the Academy OF
Music on last Tuesday evening.
Judge B. H. Mess and A. w. Sum-
mers, Esq, are In Charleston In at
tendance on the Annual Conference
of the Southern Methodist church.
Manager O'Dowd announces that
on Monday night the musical conf
edy, "a Japanese Honeymoon, will
be presented at the Academy Of Music
by an excellent company.
Anderson, Greenville, Spartan
burg, Richland and Orangeburg each
gain a new member of the Legisla-
ture under the new census. 1t will
be. seen that Orangeburg is In
mighty good company.
Mrs. L. P. McGhee, wife of the
former pastor of st. Paul. is on a
visit to friends in this city. Rev.
Mr.. McGhee, who is now stationed
at Laurens, is attending Conference
at Charleston. He will be sent back
to Laurens.
We are indebted TO Senator Rob.
ert Lide for the statement, which we
i publish on the first page, showing
i the losses and gains of some coun-
ties In the NEXT apportionment Of
members Of the Legislature under
| the new census.
Cupid has captured another Of the
young gentlemen who handle the
malls in the postoffice. Mr.. Josie
Smoak, who surrendered yesterday,
was the third victim In the last few
months. Our young friend Owen Is
| the only one left, and we would not
be surprised TO hear of his capitu-
Hating at any time.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1910-12-08
Entertainment at Pine Hill.

There will be an entertainment
given at Pine Hill Hi:h School Oh
Friday night, December 10th, at !
o'clock, fer the benefit Of the school
library. This entertainment bids
fair to be one CT the most complete
ever given by local school talent in
this ccurtv There will be presented
four catchy" comedies, interspersed
with muse. for which an admission
fee of % cents will be charged. I'M
r,ed;ately after the entertainment,
oysters will be served in every style
by the la les. Every one is invited.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1910-12-08

My Awful Dad" c"Uca% il
tNrec acts will 5e given Ut Tra'i-
Gcn;u schocI house Tr;d.? n;S,.,t,
Deem her !Gth. This pay is 10 b.
g!ven for the benefit OF the schaoi
and promises 20 lie SUCCESS III e."
cry way. It's development is Won
derful and will appeal to all who
like q !ocd laugh Remember the
dste. Dec. 1G. Come and join the
m erry laughers.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1910-12-08
Farmers Union Meeting.

The regular monthly meeting #
the Orancc5ur- County Farmers Tn
ion will Da held en- next Tuesday,
Dec. 18th, ut the Court House at II
o'clock. Thc 2Hrral election Of CT
fees will take place ct this meeting
beside the tr,rea"tion Of nth"r worry
inlrortant business. i;y order OF j.
II. C'atfy. President. w. W. Cutler.
Secretary
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1910-12-08
Application for appointment CT Pub
lie Guardian.

lie Guardian.
Notice is hereby given that the
IN ersigned will make application
to the Honorable R. W. Memminger,
Presiding Judge in the First Cir
cult, at his chambers, in the city OF
Urangeburg, S. c., on January 3th.
1911, or as soon thereafter as tho
undersigned can be heard, for an
order appointing Robert e. Copes,
Judge Of Probate, In and for tho
county of Orangeburg, as public
Guardian Of the estate of Dorothy
Lyrd and Freddie Byrd, infants un-
der the age of twenty-one years 40
stipulated In the will of the late
yamuel Byrd, deceased, which will 20
on record in the Office of the Judge
Cl Probate for Orangeburg county.
Each Of said infants is entitled to
the sum Of one thousand dollars be-
uueathed to them under the will Of
heir grand uncle, the said SamueE
3yrd, deceased, and they have NO
general or testamentary guardian,
Ind this application will be ma 'e fog
the reason that under the said win
The Judge of Probate Is designated
therein as the person to be appoint
ed public guardian to manage the
estate of the said infants until they
arrive at the age of twenty-ono
years.
Oscar w. Smoak,
Andrew N. Byrd,
T. Brooks Fairey,
Executors, Petitioners.
December, 1910. 12-S-2