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Watertown leader. [volume] (Watertown, Jefferson County, Wis.) 1909-1911, 1911-12-15
Little Wars of the French

tack broke up in panic. Allah Dja-
bou was shot in the leg. He left SO
dead on the field and carried off hum
dreds of wounded
This is sample Of a dozen COM
bats recorded in brief dispatches in
the French papers. Requirements
are now moving in from the coast to
join Largeau. They should reach him
about the middle of August. He will
then have 1900 men, and it is be-
lieved he will soon be able to pacify
central Africa and end the pernicious
activities of the Senoussia.
The other troubled region is on the
Ivory coast The tribes living near
the Liberian frontier, have recently
been brought into order after cam
paign of six weeks in which they lost
heavily, while the French had seven
men wounded.
France has 2,400 native troops UNI
der French officers operating in the
region, and expects to have it reduced
to order in three years. SO far 10000
guns have been captured from natives
and destroyed
Watertown leader. [volume] (Watertown, Jefferson County, Wis.) 1909-1911, 1911-12-15

was the one who desired my pres
ence"
Miss Maclai-e:" her voice exhibit
Ing startled surprise. ''Why-why-
oh. did forget; / never told him diff
ferently. Why, 1t was most ridicu=
LOUIS She laughed. white teeth
cleaning between the parted RED lips.
yet not altogether happily. Let me
explain, Captain Keith, for really
have not been masquerading. Doctor
Fairbain and | arrived upon the same
tram last evening. He is such a fun
ny man, but was very nice. and offer
ed to escort me to the hotel. | remem-
Der now that although he introduced
himself, | never once thought to men
ton to him my name. The town was
very rough last night-the company
had paid off the graders | was told
and there was no carriage, SO we were
compelled to walk II never saw
such mob of drunken men. One
came Keeling against me, and brushed
aside my veil SO as to see my face
The doctor struck him, and then the
marshal came up-you know him, Bill
Hickock-and the impudent fellow
actually declared he knew me. that
/ was Christie Maclaire. | tried to
Watertown leader. [volume] (Watertown, Jefferson County, Wis.) 1909-1911, 1911-12-15
Kidney Trouble
Is Very Deceptive
Few Realize They're Affected Till
Danger Point is Reached-Dr.
Derby's Kidney Pills Work
WonderS-Sample Freei

Kidney disease is much more common
than most people imagine. Many sufferers
do not know what's ailing theln-urtl the
trouble becomes serious. Some triflinr af-
lection may run into the dread diabetes.
dropsy or BriGht's disease before one realizes
there's anything wrong with his kidneys.
Usually the most noticeable sv,nnto,ns
which first appear are far from the seat of
the trouble, and the sufferer mistakes +he
nature of his ailneat Dull headaches or
nervousness, for instance, he never thinks of
as signs of diseased kidneys.
Even the aching back and SIDES. rheuf,,a-
tisn, pains or twitching in groins or limbs
sore, infla1ned muscles, he NAV consider in.
T dications of some other trouble. Uunaturaljv
colored or cloudy Urine, too frequent or too
scanty urination, burning sensation, are of
course readily recognized as symptoms of
such disorders.
Because of the deceptive and dangerous
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Watertown leader. [volume] (Watertown, Jefferson County, Wis.) 1909-1911, 1911-12-15

Jack Keith. Virgnian. now bor-
der plainsman. is looking for roaming war
parties of savaGes. He sees a wagon team
a full gailop pursued by men on ponies.
When Keith reaches the wagon the raid
ers have massacred two men and de-
parted. He searches the victims finding
papers and locket with a wornan's por-
trait. Keith is arrested at Carson City.
charged with the murder. his accuser be-
ing ruffian named Black Bart. negro
companion In his cell named Neb tells him
that he knew the Keiths in Virginia Neb
says ON. of the murdered men was John
eriy Confederate officer The plainsman
and Neb escape. and later the fugitives
come upon a cabin and find it's occupant
70 be a young girl whom Keith thinks
ne saw at Carson City. The girl explains
that she Is In search OF a brother. who
mad deserted from the army. and that a
MIR. Hawley induced her to come to the
cabin while he sought her brother. Haw-
ley appears. and Keith in hiding recog-
nizes him as Black Bart There is ter
rifle battle in the darkened room in which
Keith is victor. Horses are appropriated.
and the girl who says that her name is
Hope, joins in the escape. Keith explains
his situation and the fugitives make for
Fort Larned. where the girl is left with
the hotel landlady. Miss Hope tells that
she is the daughter of General Waite.
Keith and Neb drift into Sheridan. where
Keith meets an old friend Dr. Fairbain.
under the assumed name of Fred Will
loughby. and becomes convinced that
Black Bart has some plot involving the
two. Hope learns that Gen. Waite. who
was thought murdered. is at Sheridan.
and goes there. where she is mistaken for
Christie Maclaire. the Carson City singer.
Keith meets the real Christie Maclaire
and finds that Black Bart has convinced
her that there Is a mystery in her life
which he is going to turn to her advan-
tage.
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CHAPTER XXIi.-(Contoinued. J

Miss Maclaire.' he said. pleasantly
Il trust you will pardon all that has
occurred between US, and permit me
to explain
Il do not understand" she re-
piled. puzzled by these unexpected
words. There has nothing occurred
between us, | am sure, which requires
explanation. Have we met before?"
The man smiled. Seeing the WON
ans face in the shadows he was still
convinced she was the same he had
last parted with on the Salt Fork
However. IL she preferred to ignore all
that. and begin their relations anew, 1t
was greatly to his liking. 1t gave him
insight into her character, and fresh
sistance. Anyhow. he was ready
enough to play her game
Let US assume not" just the slight
est trace OF mockery in the tone. land
begin anew. At least, you will confess
the receipt Of my letters-I am Bart
lett Hawley."
She cast half-frightened glance to.
ward Keith. and the man, following
the direction of her eyes, perceived
the presence of the other His right
leg went backward. his hand dropping
to the belt. his form stiffening erect.
Keith's voice. low but clear in the
silence. seemed to cut the air.
Not motion. Hawley! | have you
covered"
oh. gentlemen, please don't!''
Have no fear, Miss Maclaire; this
man and ! will settle our difference
elsewhere. and not in your presence .
He stepped forth into the middle of
the room. revolver drawn, but held
low at the hip, his watchful eyes
never deserving the gamblers face.
Back up against the wall. Hawley."
he commanded. Il hardly need to tell
you how | shoot. for we, at least, have
met before Now, I'm going out, and
leave you to your interview with Miss
Maclaire and | wish you happiness
and success"
He moved across to the opening
keeping his face toward his adver-
sary; then backed out slowly. closed
the door with snap, and sprang
aside to avoid any possibility of bull
let crashing after him. No sound of
movement from within reached his
ears, however. and he walked silently
to the head of the stairs
Watertown leader. [volume] (Watertown, Jefferson County, Wis.) 1909-1911, 1911-12-15
Il Means Health
For the Child

The careful mother, who watches close
~ the physical peculiarities Of her chill
dren, will soon discover that the most
important thing in connection with a
child's constant good health is to keep
the bowels regularly open. Sluggish
bowels will be followed by loss of appe-
tite, restlessness during sleep, irYita-
bilfty and dozen and one similar evil
dences Of physical disorder.
At the first sign of such disorder give
the child a teaspoonful of DR.. Caldwell's
Syrup Pepsin at night on retiring and
repeat the dose the following night If
necessary-more tkan that will scarcely
be needed. You will find that the child
will recover its accustomed good spirits
at once and will eat and sleep normally.
This remedy is a vast improvement
over salts, cathartics, laxative waters
and similar things. which are altogether
too powerful for child The homes OF
Mrs Evelyn Matson, SIG Milwaukee ST,
Milwaukee, Wis, and Mrs. Kate Hawley
Waukesha, Wis, are always supplied with
DR.. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin, and with
them as with thousands of others, there
is no substitute for this grand laxative.
Tt is really more than a laxative, for it
contains superior tonic properties which
help to tone and strengthen the stomach,
liver and bowels so that after a brief
use Of It all laxatives can be dispensed
with and nature will do its own work.
Anyone wishing to make a trial of this
remedy before buying It in the regular
way of a druggist at fifty cents or one
dollar a large bottle Family size) can
have a sample bottle sent to the home
free Of charge by simply addressing DR..
w. B. Caldwell. POI Washington ST.,
Monticello, III. Your name and address
or postal card will do
Watertown leader. [volume] (Watertown, Jefferson County, Wis.) 1909-1911, 1911-12-15
They Have Two Campaigns on Hand
at Present That May last
for Years.

While the war in Morocco calls for
10000 men. France still has two other
little wars on her hands with no pros
poets of complete pacification within
three or four years.
The latest news from Wadal In the
heart of Sudan shows that in February
the negro tribes affiliated with the Sc
noussia were still fighting fiercely. de-
spite invariable and severe losses.
A serious encounter took place on
February in Darkouti, just occupied
by the French under Colonel Largeau
On the previous day large caravan
from Mecca, in connivance with the
Senoussian chief, Allan Djabou, pre-
scented itself at the intrenched port at
N'dele, protesting peaceful attltuoe
At three o'clock in the morning the
tribesmen. approaching under cover OF
the caravan. opened a furious nre on
the French and their native allies. Inc
battle lasted until eight, when the at
Watertown leader. [volume] (Watertown, Jefferson County, Wis.) 1909-1911, 1911-12-15
CHAPTER XIII.
An Unexpected Meeting.

An Unexpected Meeting.
Keith paused at the landing, look
Ing down into the deserted office, al
most tempted to return and force
Hawley into a confession of his pur-
pose 1t was easy for him to con-
ceive what would be the final result
of this interview between the artistic
gambler and Miss Maclaire In spite
of the vague suspicion of evil which
the plainsman had implanted within
the womans mind, the other possessed
the advantage. and would certainly
improve it. All conditions were de-
cidedly In his favor. He merely
needed to convince the girl that she
was actually the party sought. and
she would go forward. playing the
game he desired. believing herself
right, totally unconscious of any
fraud. The very simplicity of 1t rem
dered the piot the more dangerous,
the more difficult to expose. Hawley
had surely been favored by fortune in
discovering this singer who CHANGED
to resemble Hope SO remarkably. and
who, at the same time. was in such
She would be ready to grasp at a
straw. and, once persuaded as to her
identity and legal rights, could hence
forth be trusted implicitly as an ally.
Realizing all this, and comprehend
Ing also how easily Hawley would win
her confidence and overcome his
warning by denouncing him as fugi-
tive from justice charged with murder.
the temptation to return and fight it
out then and there became almost
overpowering. He had no fear Of
Hawley; indeed. physical fear had
scarcely a place in his composition.
| but he was not as yet sufficiently for
titled with facts for the. seeking OF
such an encounter
A man came in through the office,
and began climbing the stairs. He
was almost at the landing before
Keith recognized him or the other
glanced up.
'Ah-seen her. suppose"
Yes. returned Keith. not thinking
it worth while to mention the lady's
fetal OF having sent for him. Il have
! II zone from there
Watertown leader. [volume] (Watertown, Jefferson County, Wis.) 1909-1911, 1911-12-15
THE LITTLE WIDOW
A Mighty Good Sort of Neighbor to
Have.

ga little widow, a neighbor of mine,
persuaded me to try Grape-Nuts when
my stomach was so weak that it
would not retain food of any other
kind" writes a grateful woman, from
San Bernardino Co., Cal.
II had been i'll and confined to my
bed with fever and nervous prostra-
ton for three long months after the
birth of my second boy. We were in
despair until the little widows advice
brought relief.
81 liked Grape-Nuts food from the
beginning, and in an incredibly short
time it gave me such strength thar I
was able to leave my bed and enjoy
my three good meals day In 2
to 113 pounds, my nerves had steadied
down and | felt ready for anything.
My neighbors were amazed to see me
gain SO rapidly, and still more so
when they heard that Grape-Nuts
alone had brought the change.
.'My 4-year-old boy had eczema very
bad last spring and lost his appetite
entirely, which made him cross and
peevish. put him on diet of Grape
Nuts, which he relished at once. He
improved from the beginning, the &C.
zema disappeared and now he is fat
and rosy, with a delightfully."- soft, Gear
skin. The Grape diet did it. will
willingly answer all inquiries. Name
given by Postum Co., Battle Greek,
Mich.
Read the little book. "The Road to
MELVILLE in pkgs. There a reason.
Ever read the above letter. new
! one appears from time to time. Tney
are e.enufne. true, and full OF humar
interest.
Watertown leader. [volume] (Watertown, Jefferson County, Wis.) 1909-1911, 1911-12-15

Charles HI. Sheriff.. minister to the
Argentine Republic, who has been IN
the United States telling business or
CARNATIONS about the opportunities
to get wealthy from trade with South
America, received a call from a middle
aged woman who approached him IN
a western city with the statement:
am going to assist you in your work.
"Yes?' said eMr Sheriff. i am go
ing to take some of these lecture
dates off your hands and give them
myself. BY the way. how mucn 90
you get night for them?" Mr.. Sher-
rill related with a directness which
carried conviction that he did not get
red cent and paid his expenses be-
sides. Well" said the caller. In
great anger. as she nounced to the
door. Il thought you were business
Watertown leader. [volume] (Watertown, Jefferson County, Wis.) 1909-1911, 1911-12-15
Not for Earthly Ears.

Doctor Reed, a minister, was open
ing the Sunday morning service at
his church with the usual prayer.
While he was in the midst OF it a
stranger entered the church and took
a seat far back
Doctor Reed was praying in low
note, and the man in the rear, after
straining his ears. for a while, called
out: Pray louder, Doctor Reed. /
can't hear you
Doctor Reed paused, opened his
eyes and turned them around until
they rested On the man in the rear.
Then he said: Il was not addressing
you, sir; | was speaking to Cod
London Watchdog
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"Hum-thought you'd be through by
this time-fne looking girl. amt she?
believe I'll run in and chat with her
| myself"
Il would advise you to select some
| other time, Doctor" said the younger,
drily. las the lady has visitor at
present"
shrewd eyes darkening "Ah, indeed!
Of the male sex?"
Il judge so-'Black Bart Hawley."
Good Lord" so startled his voice
broke. Did he see your"
Rather; | backed him up against
the wall with a gun while made my
adieu.''
But what brought him there? Are
they acquainted?"
Don't ask conundrums, Doctor He
may be your rival with the fair lady
for all | know If he is, my sympa-
thies are all with you. Only | wouldn't
try to see Miss Christie just now; I'd
wait for clearer field. Hawley is
probably not in the best of humor'
speaker, uncertain whether or not he
was being laughed at
Reckon you're right he acknowl-
edged at last. Tired, anyhow-been
cut all night-thought I'd like to see
her again. though-finest looking
woman I've met since came West
remarkable eyes-well, III go along to
Keith watched the sturdy figure
stamp heavily down the hallway,
loose boards creaking under his posi-
tive tread, and smiled to himself at
the thought that he might have, in
deed. become truly interested In the
music hall singer. Somehow the doc
tor did not harmonic with the con-
ception of love, or fit graciousiy into
the picture. Still, stranger matings
had occurred, and Cupid does not ask
permission before he plays FRANKS
with hearts. Keith turned again to-
ward the stairs. only to observe a
woman slowly cross the Office and
commence the ascent. She was in the
shadow, her face even more deeply
shaded by her hat. yet he stared at
her in amazement-surely. it was
Miss Maclaire! Yet how could it be?
He had left that person scarcely five
minutes before in "26.' and this stair
way was the only exit His hand
grasped the rail- his heart throbbing
strangely. as a suspicion of the truth
crossed his brain. Could this be
Hope? Could it be that she was here
also? AS her foot touched the land
ing, she saw him. her eyes lighting up
suddenly in recognition. a wave OF
color flooding her cheeks.
why, Captain Keith" she exclaim-
ed. extending her gloved hand frankly.
you have been to my room, and were
going away. | am so glad l came In
time"
Il hardly thought to meet YOU" he
replied. retaining her fingers in hts
! grasp. When did you reach Sheri-
dam"
Only last night. | had no idea you
| were here until Doctor Fairbain
CHANGED to mention your name. Then
at once begged him to tell you how
exceedingly anxious l was to see you.
You see. was sure you would come
| if you only knew. | really thought
| you would be here this morning, and
remfined In my room waiting, but
there. were some things l actually had
to have. | wasn't out ten minutes so
you mustn't think | sent you a mes
sage and then forgot"
| The nature Of the mistake was be-
coming apparent. and Keith's gray
eyes smiled as they looked into the
depths of the brown.
Your message had rather an anus
ing. result" be said. AS the doctor in
| formed me that Miss Christie Maclaire
Watertown leader. [volume] (Watertown, Jefferson County, Wis.) 1909-1911, 1911-12-15
Tire Difference.

John NJ. Harlan" said a Chicago
lawyer, in a eulogy Of the late SUI
preme Court Justice, had way of
pointing an observation with a story.
Once he wanted to rebuke a man for
exaggeration, so he said he was as
bad as Pittsburgh millionaire who
was being interviewed by New York
reporter
Where, sir, were you born?' the
reporter as he sharpened his pencil.
asked
was born in Pittsburgh, said the
millionaire.
"'And when did you first-er-see
the light of day. s
When I was nine the millionaire
replied. My people then moved TO
Philadelphia
Watertown leader. [volume] (Watertown, Jefferson County, Wis.) 1909-1911, 1911-12-15
Precise.

The proofreader on small middle
c'estern daily was a woman of great
precision and extreme propriety. One
day reporter succeeded in getting
into type an item about Willie Brown,
the boy who was burned in the West
end by live wire
On the following day the reporter
found on his desk a frigid note ask
ing, (Which Is the west end OF a
boy?"
1t took only an instant to reply
THE end the son sets on, of course
Ladies' Home Journal
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explain, but they hurried me on
through the crowd to the hotel and |
became confused and forgot. Do you
suppose they registered me by that
Nance"
Quite likely; at least Fairbain still
believes it was the Christie whom he
so CALAMITY escorted last night"
How provoking" her foot tapping
the floor, little wrinkle between her
eyes. 1t seems as though | couldf',
escape that woman-does she-does
she really look like me-"
AT a little distance, yes he ad
mitted. her form and face resemble
yours very closely. but her hair Ia
| darker her eyes have different ex
! preston. and she must be five or SIX
years older"
/ "Do-do you know her well?"
mo. indeed; | have seen her sever
al times on the stage. but never met
her until few moments ago"
"A few moments ago! Do you mean
she is here in this hotel?"
Yes, Miss Hope, and that was what
made the mistake in names so laugh
able. Fairbain gave me your mes
sage. but as coming from Christie.
, was, of course, greatly surprised, yet
responded The lady very promptly
denied having sent for me, but as
was anxious to interview her myself
We managed to drift into conversation
and must have passed a half hour
there. | might have been there still
but for an interruption"
"Oh, indeed" with rising infection.
He glanced quickly about, reminded
of the situation.
Yes, HaWley came in, and would
prefer not to meet him here, or have
him discover you were in Sheridan.
Could we not go to your room?
have much to tell you
Her questioning eyes left his face,
and stared down over the rail heav-
lily built man. with red moustache.
leaned against the clerks desk.
do you know that MANI" she asked
quickly. He followed me all the
time was shopping. II believe he
Is the same one who jostled me in the
crowd last night"
Keith leaned past her to get bet
ter view. but the fellow turned. and
slouched away.
Il only had a glimpse. but have no
recollection of ever seeing him before.
You heard no nance"
wild Bill called him either Scott.
L.
Keith's jaw set. the fighting light
burning in his eyes. That was the
name of the fellow rooming with Viii
loughby, the one who seemed to be
Hawley's special assistant.
"a mere accident probably; but
about my request? May talk with
you a few moments alone?"
She bowed, apparently still dissatis-
fed regarding his lengthy converse
ton with Christie, yet permitted him
to follow down the hall. She held
open the door of rs" and he entered
change in her manner. She stood be-
fore the dresser, drawing off her
gloves aud removing her hat.
will you be seated, Captain; the
armchair by the window is the more
comfortable" She turned toward him,
almost shyly, yet with womanly curl
osity which would not be stilled. Was
your call upon Miss Maclaire very in
teresting? Did you admire her very
much?"
tTO BE CONTINUED
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Somewhat Inconsistent.

The young woman had spent busy
Gay. She had browbeaten fourteen
sales-people, bullyragged shop
walker, argued VIGOROUSLY with a
mllliner, laid down the law to a mod
lste, nlpped in the bud a taxi chauf-
teur's attempt to overcharge her.
made street-car conductor stop the
car in the middle of a nonstop run
for her, discharged her maid and en-
gagged another. and otherwise refused
to allow herself to be imposed upon
Yet she did not smile that evening
when a young man begged:
Let me be your protector through
life!"