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Morris tribune., 1912-12-27

will meet next month and a thorough
investigation will be started looking to
the reforms in legal procedure as pro-
posed by the governor. The idea is
to lessen the number of appeals as
now permitted under the law and do
away with the delay which character
lies the settlement of cases. Under
the guise of appeals on motions and
demurrers cases are dragged along
for years and a senSeless burden i'm
posed both upon the state and the
ltigants.
THE COUNTY CHAIRMAN.
Morris tribune., 1912-12-27
EXPLOSION COSTS ONE LIFE
Conclusion Felt for Wide Radius at
St. Paul.


One man was killed and the plant
Of the Prest-O-Lite company, which
supplies automobile lighting, located
in the Midway district at st. Paul,
was almost totally wrecked by expIo-
sions, probably of leaking acetylene
gas, which aroused half the city out
Of their slumbers and caused con-
sternation in countless houses in a
wide radius for fear the explosion
had occurred in their immediate
neighbOrhood. The property damage
will be about $4,000.
Three explosions almost simultane-
ously did the damage and were i'm
mediately followed by furious fire of
burning gas, which lasted nearly two
hours and during which there were
continuous minor explosions.
The body of Henry Holm, night
watchman of the building, the father
Of a family of eight children, was
found charred nearly beyond recogni-
ton at the head Of the stairs leading
from the basement.
Morris tribune., 1912-12-27
The SWiftest Bird,

Though the petrol is swift, the frig-
ate bird is far swifter. Seamen gen
orally believe that the frigate bird can
start at daybreak with the trade winds
from the coast of Africa and rOost the
same night upon the American shore.
Whether this is a fact has nOt been
conclusively determined, but it is GER
tain that this bird is the swiftest of
winged creatures and is able to fly un-
der favorable conditions 200 miles an
hour. It's appearance near land is
thought to portend hurricane.-Our
Dumb Animals.
Morris tribune., 1912-12-27
HEAD OF WESTERN MISSIONS
Very Rev. J. p. Moran Dead at Mime
apoIis After Brief illness,

Very Rev. J. P. Moran, o. p, P. G.,
Of Holy Rosary church, Minneapolis,
died unexpectedly at st. Mary's hos
pital in the Mill City, where he had
been for treatment about a week. He
had preached weeks mission at New
Prague, Mimi, and on his return, not
feeling well, went to the hospital to
recuperate. While in the hospital his
health improved and he was about to
depart when he suffered a sinking
spell from which he never rallied.
During the thirty years Of his priest
hood Father Moran held many impor-
tant offices in the Dominican order.
At the time of his death he was sub
prior of Holy Rosary convent and
Aead of the Western missions. The
latter office he held for twelve years.
He was well known through all the
states of the Northwest and an un-
tiring, Jealous missionary.
Morris tribune., 1912-12-27
CIGARS HOLD OFF WOLVES

Man Jabs Lighted Ends at Pack Until
help Arrives.
With only four cigars as weapons
John Bergman of Palmer held wolf
pack at bay until assistance came
from the camp where he was en-
ployed.
Bergman was walking to the camp
near Palmer in the dusk when he saw
wolves across the road in front of him.
Then the pack began to close in. He
had no weapons, but he did have four
cigars.
Lighting all four cigars Bergman
jabbed the lighted ends at the wolves,
only stopping long enough to pun the
cigars to keep them glowing. When
he came within hailing distance of
the camp he was exhausted. Men ran
out with guns and the wolves fed.
Morris tribune., 1912-12-27
His Opportunity.

Harry, I've been reading up on
parliamentary usage. I've got to pre-
side at a meeting of our girls club.
But there's one thing don't quite un.
derstand-what is the previous Ques-
tionY"
Its the question I've been trying to
ask you for whole year, Mabel, but
you never would listen to me. You'll
let me ask now. won't you?"
I'll suppose so, Harry, if-you are
sure it's parliamentary" - Chicago
Tribune
Morris tribune., 1912-12-27
States Champion Ruttermaker.

E. o. Quesvold of Hutchinson ia
the premier buttermaker of the
state of Minnesota for 1912, having
scored an Average of 95541-6 In the
six monthly butter contests arranged
by the state dairy and food depart
ment. He will receive a gold watch
for leading his district and a valuable
trophy for leading the state.
Morris tribune., 1912-12-27

"Jack and have parted forever"
'NGood gracious! What does that
mean?'
"Means that I'll get five pound box
of candy in about an hour."-Louis-
vile Courier-Journal.
Morris tribune., 1912-12-27
Cash Basis.

Cash Basis.
"Does your daughter play by note?"
''No; we pay cash for all of her les
sons" s."-Satire.
Morris tribune., 1912-12-27

LODGES.
NJ. A. w. No. 1858, meets. first Saturday
he month at WagGoner Hall at ep. N.
Morris tribune., 1912-12-27

with the knowledge that the init
Morris tribune., 1912-12-27

Governor Bberhart's judicial reform
commission lately appointed by him
Wauwatosa news. [volume] (Wauwatosa, Wis.) 1900-1948, 1912-11-15
POOR JOHN NEATLY CAUGHT
Cieveriy Cohtrived Trap That Led to
the Downfall of One Forget.
full Husband.

He had returned home in the eve.
ming tired and ready for a restful hour
or two.
John. my love-" said his little wife
sweetly. did you post that letter
gave you this morning?"
Yes, my pet" said John, hiding bis
conscience-stricken face behind the
newspaper
We'll. what is your answer" still
more swetly.
"Wh-what is what?" gasped John,
What is your answer, dear?" said
his little wife. clearly THAT letter
was addressed to you"
Addressed to me?" exclaimed John
81 didn't notice it."
And then. like a foolish man, he
fell into the trap and produced the
letter from his pocket to see. The
envelope was not addressed to him;
but long and severe lecture was
shortly after.
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in his eyes. AS for myself / hardly
knew what to say or do. Grant had
no corroboratiye proof of his asser.
tons, unless / was returned to Phila.
delphia. could emphatically deny
that | was the man. insist on my right
TO fair trial. But how could l &C.
count In any reasonable way for my
presence at Elmhurst, or even success.
fully sustain my claim to being a Con.
tinental officer. could not tell
Colonel Mortimer that had been TAX.
en- prisoner by his daughter, masque
rading as a lieutenant OF dragoons
Apparently he knew nothing of this
escapade. and she would scarcely for
give me for exposure; besides, for all
l knew to the contrary, the girl might
have thus been attempting to serve
the colonies. and a word of betraya,
might seriously injure our cause. All
this flashed over me before Mortimer
spoke.
cTo BE CONTINUED
Wauwatosa news. [volume] (Wauwatosa, Wis.) 1900-1948, 1912-11-15
70 MEDICINE
But Change of Food Gave Final Relief

Most diseases start in the alimen'
tary canal-stomach and bowels.
A great deal of our stomach ana
bowel troubles come from eating 100
much starchy and greasy food.
The stomach does not digest any
of the starchy food we eat--whiIe
bread, pastry, potatoes, oats. etc
these things are digested in the smaii
intestines, and If we eat too much' as
most of us do, the organs that shouiu
digest this kind of food are overcome
by excess of work, so that fermenIa.
ton, indigestion, and long train OF
ais result.
Too much fat also is hard to digest
and this is changed into acids se+'
stomach, belching gas, and bloa'eO'
heavy feeling.
In these conditions a change from
indigestible foods to Grape-Nuts wiz
work wonders in not only reileVlnS
the distress but in building up q
strong digestion, clear brain anu
steady nerves. a Wash. WolnaH
writes:
About five years ago I suffered
with bad acknowledgements lhuleo9
ton. constipation-caused, Anog
now, from overeating starcny anu
greasy food. ,.r.
81 doctored for two years VIM,
any benefit. The doctor told me ,Hs.t
was no cure for me. could not CO.
anything without suffering -
pain in my back and sides ana
came discouraged. ~,..
"A friend recommended Grape-Nu..
and l began to use it. IN less ~
two weeks / began to feel oe''ei al
inside of two months l was
woman and have been ever since, 49,
81 can eat anything wish -
pleasure. We eat Grape-NutS ~
cream for breakfast and are -,
fond of it," Name given by r0
Co., Battle Creek, Mich. pos8
Read the little book, u ne a
to MELVILLE" in pkgs. ns''
reason" -.r
Ever read the above letter. Tbey
one appears from time TO "a bumas
are genuine. true, and tuIi
interest. Adv.
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,PsIs.


Major Lawrence, son of Judge Law
renee of Virginia, whose wife was a Lee.
e sent on perilous mission by Gen.
ley Forge. Disguised in a British uni
form Lawrence arrives within the enemy's
lines. The Major attends a great fete
And saves the Lady Of the Blended
Hose" from mob. He later meets the girl
at a brilliant ball Trouble is started
over q waltz. and Lawrence Is urged by
his partner, Mistress Mortimer (The Lady
OF the Blended Rosel. to make his escape
Lawrence is detected@as spy by Captain
Grant of the British Army, who agrees
20 duel. The duel is stopped by Grants
friends and the spy makes a dash for
liberty. swimming river following mar
row escape: The Major arrives at the
shop of a blacksmith, who is friendly. and
knows the Lady of the Blended Rose.
Captain Grant and rangers search black
smith shop in vain for the spy. Law
renee joins the minute men. Grant and
his train are captured by the minute men.
Lawrence is made prisoner by an indian
and two white men, who lock him In
strong cells Peter advises Lawrence not
TO attempt to escape as some one
would send for him. Grants appearance
adds mystery TO the combination OF cir
cumstances. Lawrence again meets the
Lady of the Blendid Rose, who INFORMS
him that he Is in her house; and that she
was In command of the party that cap
dark underground chamber when captain
Grant begins a search of the premises.
After digging his way out, Lawrence
finds the place deserted. Evidence or
battle and a dead man across the TIRES
hold
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Jersey militia. sir. as Captain Grant
can testify" l answered civilly.
And Captain Grant is only too
anxious" broke in that officer impa-
tiently. "h you will listen TO me,
colonel, I'll tell you what know in
two minutes or less. 1t will settle this
fellows status"
Mortimer glanced from my face to
that of the speaker, evidently attract
ed by the vindictiveness of the voice
"All right, Grant, go on" he said
shortly. only l shall pass judgment
as soldier, and not because of any
personal quarrel What is it you
known"
That this man came into Philadel.
! phia three days ago dressed as an Of
ticer OF British infantry. He claimed
to be Lieutenant Fortesque Of the
, Forty-second Foot, with dispatches
from New York. Howe vouched for
him, and furnished him with a pass
and orderly. He put in the whole day
studying the positions of our troops
and in the evening was a guest at the
Mischianza-Andre gave him a card,
heard-and danced there with your
daughter. | doubted the man from
our first meeting, and later picked up
certain rumors which convinced me
he was spy. Some words passed be-
tween us on the dancing floor, and as
consequence asked the man to
meet me below. Some one either told
him he was suspected, or else he had
the heart Of coward. for he failed
to appear"
did you intend to fight him?"
NO, we planned an arrest / re-
ported to MacHugh what had heard.
and he had Carter close at hand with
squad Of the guard"
"A very pretty trick on mere suspi-
cion." commented the colonel in some
disgust. But go on with your story"
Grant sucked in his breath quickly,
evidently surprised at the remark.
claire was waiting for me upstairs
In the dining room, but after Carter
had scattered his men to the outposts.
took a turn about the grounds In
hope of thus running across the fellow.
A4uSh AaFOHSu me, DulI uaIlu MIN, ne
jumped into me like a fighting cock,
struck me In the face, and tainted
me into meeting him there and then"
Good boy! the right stuff, Ell Sci.
DOM"
Il supposed 1t all bluff" went on
Grant, paying no heed to the inter
ruption, although his cheeks flushed,
but we went at 1t, behind the pavil-
ion, and l had pricked him twice,
when the guard came up and separat-
ed US. At that the fellow took to his
heels, and by Cad! got away-swam
the Delaware, while we were beating
the west shore. The next saw of him
he was in command of those ragamuf-
fms who attacked us out yonder. Now
he shows up here looting this house
on the trail of Red Fagin. I'd hang
him offhand if it was me-"
Mortimer looked across at me ear
nestly. but with an expression of doubt
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be done; he is spy. and here for
some infamous purpose"
well, I've sent for the fellow.
Grant; what more do you want? I'll
give him five minutes in which to ex-
plain. and that is all. Seldom. have
the men go on ahead along the trail"
Yes, sir, they are of already"
Very we'll. Have our horses out
side; we can catch up within a mile
or two" He wheeled sharply about.
and looked at me sternly. well, sir,
] have very little time to waste on
you at present. but l advise truthful
answers. What is your manner"
ALLEN Lawrence"
you claim to be in the Continental
service-what rank?"
Major in the Maryland Line, Max
wells Brigade"
Dressed hurriedly. probably, and
forgot your uniform"
= have lately been serving with the
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The Crooked WAY.

District Attorney Whitman of New
York, according to the Washington
Star, was talking about the sad case
OF q western banker who had stolen
great sum from the depositors.
THE man. said Mr.. Whitman,
"lived beyond his means-motor cars,
a house with eleven baths, son at col
lege, daughter coming out, wife hun
cry for diamonds. The inevitable re
suit followed"
Mr. Whitman smiled and ended;
THE unfortunate fellow got strait
ened, so he became crooked
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was. had no suspicion that Mistress
Mortimer was outside Philadelphia
until overheard your conversation
with her."
Overheard! You! In Gods name,
where were you"
In this room; with both doors ajar
it was impossible not to hear. You
spoke somewhat angrily. you may re-
member, not finding the lady as gra-
cious in her reception as expected"
The sarcasm in my tone stung him,
but the surprise was so great that he
could only rip out an oath.
II thought you would have also en-
tinued coolly, only you scarcely dared
venture so far. You had previously
boosted to me of your engagement to
the lady, and it naturally was sur.
prise to observe how lovingly she
greeted you"
"Hell's acrel" he burst out did
the mink know you were there?"
"If you refer to Mistress Mortimer,
I presume she suspected it. AT least
she came to me shortly thereafter"
Then / understand better what
troubled the girl. But. in Gods name!
how did you ever escape me? l was
in every room of the house."
smiled pleasantly. There was
nothing for me to gain, or lose, by
goading him, yet it was rather enjoy
able.
That, OF course, must naturally
refuse TO answer, captain. l might
need to resort to the same methods
again"
There will be small chance of your
having opportunity. Mortimer will
hang you fast enough when / tell my
tale. Don't look for mercy at his
hands, for he's prouder than Luclfer Of
his family honor"
He was out of the door, striding
down the hall. bent on carrying out
his purpose. / heard mis- voice ask
ing where the colonel was to be found;
then the guard closed the barrier be-
tween us. Very well; of the two
would rather leave my fate to Morti-
mer than to him, and felt profoundly
grateful that the captain was not in
command. Had he been should
doubtless have been hung without the
slightest formality Of trial, but Nor
timer would at least hear my version
first; indeed, could hardly believe
he would Issue so stringent orders
without listening also to his daugh-
ter's story. / was an officer Of rank;
the consequences might prove rather
serious were / to be executed sum-
marily, and without proper trial.
had scarcely reasoned this out,
however, when corporal threw open
the door, ordering my guard to con-
duct me into the colonel's presence.
l was taken to the parlor, where the
furniture had been somewhat rear
ranged, and found myself confronting
Mortimer, the officer had heard ad-
dressed as Seldom, and Grant. The
latter was speaking vehementiy:
Il tell you, colonel. this has got to
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CHAPTER xvlI.-continued.

4
| stepped across the pile of things
TO the window, glancing out at the
etill smouldering ruins Of the stable.
Whatever had occurred, neither the
lady nor Peter remained about the
house. OF this | was satisfied, yet
with the realization there came sud-
den comprehension OF my own help
Iessness to be of any aid.
From the window where ! stood not
q house was visible. Just beyond the
orchard the roads forked, well-trav-
eled branch circling to the left, and
disappearing over the edge of hill.
AS / traced it with my eyes a con.
siderable body of mounted men sud
denly appeared on the summit With.
out fear that they could see me at that
distance / watched eagerly as they
Srotted down the long slope. They
were plainly squadron of British
Dragons, their arms and cross-belts
shining in the sun, in spite of the dust
kicked UP by their horses hoofs.
/ waited until convinced they were
coming to the house, before drawing
back out of sight 1t was difficult to
decide what was best for me to do
Should l wait, trusting to my rough
clothing, and pass myself off as coun-
tryman, or take advantage OF the brief
time left in which to ESCAPE? Ii I
essayed the first choice I could ex
plain the situation, and start these
troopers on the trail: If not they might
fail to understand and ride on thought
1essly. What such a body of mounted
men were doing in the neighborhood
could merely guess at-either they
were riding through to New York on
some matter of Importance, or else had
aoeen sent out klrriedly to discover
what had become Of Delavan's fora
Sgers. This shpposition was the more
likely. and they had taken the wrong
road. thus missing Grant and his men
an the darkness,
The must have cut through the or
ethard, leaping the low fence. for
&Sard the thud of hoofs even as
drew back into the upper hall. Then
q voice gave sharp command.
Simmons. There is something wrong
here, and saw fellow at that upper
window as we came down the hill
Move quick, now!"
must face them, and went forward
20 the head Of the stairs. anticipating
an easy explanation of my presence
within. Already quite squad was In
side the front door bending over the
bodies and staring about curiously.
pine Robbers, Ell, colonel?" said
one CONTEMPORARY. That fellow has
cutthroat written all over him. Don't
see any signs of our men here"
Queen Ranger lying back OF the
stairs. sir" reported a soldier briefly:
Irish lookin' mug"
The man addressed as colonel, 8
Ranger himself from his green uni
form. looked up quickly and saw me
He called out an order. and three Of
four men sprang up the stairs, grasp
ing and leading me down. l made n,
resistance, not realizing l was in an,
danger. The colonel, a tall man wit
gray mustache and goatee, and darl
searching eyes, faced me sternly.
What are you doing here. sir
Come, speak upl What does all thi
mean?" and he swept his hand abov
IN gesture.
Il came along about thirty minut,
ago." / explained. beginning to Apr
ciate my situation, from the suspicio,
glances cast at me, and recalling no
d.sreputable my appearance must b
Il found things ius. Go they are no
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before the hand of one Of those VII
lains was ever laid upon her."
But" | protested, 81 have searched
the house, colonel"
Il imagine your acquaintance with
the house is somewhat limited" he
replied coldly, turning away. Seldom,
place this fellow under guard in the
library here. We will learn later what
his business might be in the Jerseys"
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1912-02-05
SPRECKELS MONEY
IN SUSPENSION

S. f. Examiner, January %: Ru-
dolph and Claus A. Spreckels yester-
day filed with the Superior Court a
supplemental report covering their
stewardship of the estate of their
father Claus d. Spreckels, from May
10, 1910, to January a. 1912.
Appended to the report was pc
tition that Superior Judge Coney de-
lay final distribution of the estate
until the district court of appeals has
passed upon the validity of the trust
clauses, which were declared invalid
by Judge CoTey The court set Friday,
February 3, as the date for the con-
sideration of this petition.
When the elder Spreckels died or
December 20, 1908, he left a will in
which it was decreed that his estate
should be held in trust for his widow
and two sons Rudolph and Claus A..
and his daughter Mrs Emma T. Fer
ris John % Spreckels and A. b.
Sprockels the other two children. were
ignored ina the will Rudolph and
Claus we're named as executors.
John d. and Adoiph B SprackeIs
contested this viii and Superior Judge
Coffey declared it Invalid It was then
carried on appeal to the District Court
Of Appeals. If the higher court sus.
tains Judge Coffey's decision the es-
tate will be divided equally among
the five heirs at law.
The report filed yesterday shows
that the total receipts from the estate
during the trusteeship of Rudolph and
Claus A. Spreckels has been $1,4l5,-
been $115O,39741
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1912-02-05

NEW YORK January 1Slm glad home? Oh gracious,
thing capitals
home
viewer his Rome where he be cardinal He
added
that his health had improved during the months
home The cardinal health splendid,
a
he might added This shows
he 0
He public that admired this
This
thirty cardinals and Loco other His holiness said
liberty that the how
MS
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Fortune Comes
Continued from Page Nine

Another tailor was found who stated
that Cunningham had made a lot Of
money during the gold fields boom In
1898, but that Westaway had died and
that Cunningham had gone to Couu-
ty Claire, in Ireland. Inquiries in this
direction did not provide information,
and there the matter remained for q
little time.
The detective went back again to
the old room in the hope of finding
some further clue. His efforts were
rewarded, but only by accident.
Amongst the debris a smlal piece OF
dirty paper was discovered, which had
in broken sentences the following
words upon it:
"Clifden, Woodyille 1S9O.-Dear
Brother Five hours sail from
Sydney to Raymond Terrace, where
you will find US all right
live ~ miles from Mickie and Pat
children Mary learns
dressmating, and Lizzie is teachine
/ for the government
/ This led the officer to make inqdir
les in Australia, and accordingly the
detective sailed in the Aorangi, which
arrived in Sydney on Tuesday last
/ He went to Newcastle Immediately by
the boat which left Sydney for New
castle at II o'clock the same night
/ From. information supplied by the 10
cal police, "Mickie" and Pat" broth
ers of the deceased, were traced an,
found at Miller's Forest, When the
object of the officers visit was eX
planned, he was taken by the brothers
to one of their sisters, Mrs. Wills o
Berry Park, which was a mile or tive
away. There the locality of the othei
member of the family was finally Sc
at rest. She was found to be Mrs
Katharine Kane, residing witt
her husband, a bootmaker, in NO
Kennedy street, just off Riley street
and near to William street.
When seen by Daily Telegraph
representative, Mr. Kane, who is
very old and much respected residen
in the neighborhood, said there wa
no doubt that the story was correct
Though it was a painful business
they would be very thankful for thei
share, which would be of great assist