The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1912-01-25
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ike WIS already evident was beyond
question, and / had yielded to his
goading to such an extent as to give
those in authority every excuse for tho
exercise Of extreme military power.
Yet OF one thing was firmly re,
solyed-nO. thOughtlcss word Of mine
should ever Cndanger the reputation
OF Edith Brennan Right or wrong.
would so to a death of dishonor be
fore would speak without her author.
ity. Love and pride conspired to
make this decision adamgnt
Come" said Cation, briefly and |
turned ana accompanied him without
door he ordered the little squad Of
waiting soldiers to fall in, aud taking
me by the arm. led the way down
the grayeled path to the road was
impressed by his seeming careless.
Less, but as We cleared the gateway
he spoke. and his words helped me
to comprehend
Captain Wayne" he said quietly. so
that the words could not be over
heard you do not recognize me, but
| was the officer who conducted you
to headquarters when you brought the
flag in at Wilson Creek or course
must perform the duty given me, but
wish you to understand that | wholly
believe your word
lie stopped, extended his hand. and
| accepted II silently.
There must be some grave personal
reason which seals your lips?" he
questioned.
There is"
81 thought as much ! CHANGED to
uvcrhcar the words, or rather Il pur.
tion of them, which Brennan wills
ppred, and have no doubt II they were
explained TO the General he would feel
more kindly disposed toward you"
1t was asked as question, and !
felt obliged to reply
Il appreciate deeply your desire to
aid me, but there are circumstances
involving others which compel me for
tho present to silence Indeed my pos
sible fate does not SO greatly trouble
me, only that possess a strong de
sire TO have freedom long enough to
cross swords with this major Of yours
The quarrel between us has become
bitterly personal. and | hunger for n
chance to have It out, DO you know.
is he man who would fight"
The young fellow stiffened slightly
I'VE are serving upon the same
staff" he said more abruptly. and
while we have never been close
friends yet | cannot honorably take
sides against him. He has been out
twice within the last three years to
my knowledge, and is not devoid
either Of courage or skin. Possibly,
however. the arrival Of his wife may
make him less a fire.eater."
Ills Wife,"
stopped so suddenly that he in.
voluntarily frightened his grip upon my
arm as though suspicious OF an at.
tempt to escape.
DO you" ! asked gaining some
slight control over myself, refer to
the lady who came in with his party
last evening"
Most certainly; she was presented
TO all of us as Mrs Brennan she has
been assigned rooms nj his quarters,
and she wears a weddiugriuE Far
too fine a woman In my Judgment for
such a master, but then that is not so
uncommon mistake In marriage
Why, come to think about It, you must
have met her yourself Have you
reason to suspect this is not their
relationship"
Not In the least hastcned to
answer. fearful lest my thoughtIcss
exclamation might become the basis
for camp gossip. Indeed was
scarcely in the lady's presence at all
coming In. as | was left in charge Of
tho sergeant"
Perhaps he felt that he had already
said too much for we tramped on in
square white building standing direct.
Iy beside the road
This is the Old Cuyertun tavern.
known as the Mansion House" he
said. 1T IS a tremendous big build
ing for this country. with as fine a
ballroom In It rs ! have seen since
leaving New York We utilize il for
almost every military purpose. and
among others some Of the strong
ronms In the basement are found val
liable for the safe keeping OF i'm.
pOrtant prisoners"
We mounted the front steps as he
was speaking. passing through cor.
don of guards. and in the wide hall.
way was turned tower 20 the officer
IL charge
Goodnight, Captain" said Cation.
kindly extending his hand You may
rest assured that shall say Nil can
In your favor. but 1t il TO be regretted
that Brennan has great influence Just
now at teadquarters, and Sheridan Is
not man to lightly overlook those