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Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14
Ban on ReadIna Rooms.

The cutlery of the public Libraries
against the women who mutilate or
steal the periodicals In the reading
rooms reminds one that In the eight.
eenth century the public newspaper
reading room was an illegal institu-
ton. In September, 1890, three pro
prietors Of such reading rooms were
prosecuted by the stamp ONCE author.
tiles and were each fined R5 for al.
lowing the use OF their rooms and
newspapers to the public on payment
Of Id for admission. The stamp Office
derived large income from the
stamps which had to be affixed TO ev-
cry copy Of q newspaper. and II was
decided that by allowing the use of
one paper to several persons the
stamp act was being circumvented.--
London Chronicle.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14
SYNOPSIS.

Major Mcdonald, commanding an army
POST near Fort Dodge, seeks a man to
Intercept his daughter, Molly. who Is
headed for the post An Indian outbreak
geant who has Just arrived with mes
sages to Mcdonald, volunteers for the
mission. Molly arrives at Fort Ripley
two days ahead OF schedule. She decides
TO push on to Fort Dodge by stage in
company with "Sutler Bill' Moylan. Con-
gales, a gambler, is also a passenger.
Hamlln meets the stage with stories of
Expectations committed by the Indians.
ans appear. The Indians are twice re-
pulsed Hamlin and Molly escape In the
darkness. Molly Is wounded Hamlin Is
much excited at finding a haversack
marked G. S. A. He explains to Molly
that he was In the Confederate service
and dismissed in disgrace under charges
OF cowardice At the close OF the war he
enlisted In the regular service. He says
the haversack was the property of one
capt. isFevre, who he suspects of being
responsible for his disgrace Troops APP
pear and under escort of Lieut.. Gaskins
Molly starts TO join her father Hamlin
leaves 10 reJoin his regiment. He re-
turns to Fort Dodge after a summer OF
fighting Indians, and finds Molly there.
Shots are heard In the night. Hamlin
PUSHES out sees what he believes Is the
figure Of Molly hiding in the darkness
and rails over the body OF Lieutenant
Gaskins. who accuses Hamlin of shoot
ing him. The sergeant is proven inno-
cent He sees Molly In company with Mrs.
Dupont. whom he recognizes as for
mer sweetheart who threw him over for
LeFevre. Mrs. Dupont tells Hamlin Le-
tevre forced her to send him a lying
note. Hamlin declares he has been look
ing for LeFeyre TO force him 10 clear his
record Later he overhears Dupont and a
s2tdler Matching up money-tnaking
pIot. Molly seeks an interview with
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14
CHAPTER Xxx.
mo,,v r.,,. ". s,or,

Molly Tells Her Story.
Her breath came In little sob, and
she sank back on the bench.
For ME? How do you mean?"
Surely ! had every reason to dis
trust her. to question her character,
and could not believe you realized
the sort of woman she is. | felt 1t
my duty to discover her purpose here,
and to warn you II possible"
And you have succeeded? You
learned her purpose in your inter-
vieW?"
Not exactly" with regret. my
suspicion was merely stimulated. To
tell the truth, we rather drifted into
a renewal OF our old quarrel. How
ever, between what she said, and parts
OF another conversation overheard,
know there Is Matchmaking conspir.
acy on foot in which you are In
volyed. May speak very frankly?"
II certainly desire IT," proudly. II
am not aware that I have anything to
conceal"
Apparently the scheme these
people have on foot originated about
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14

She stopped, her eyes deserving his
face, and stared out into the darkness.
He waited, feeling vaguely that he had
not heard all she intended to say.
What more do you known he
asked. What was 1t you expected of
me?
She turned again. aroused by the
question.
yes, must tell you as quickly as
can before / am missed. l did not
know about Mrs. Dupont and Lieuten-
ant Gaskins. realized there was
something between them-a-a--slight
Irritation, but scarcely gave that a
thought. What brought me here was
much more serious matter, yet this
new information helps me to compre-
bend the other-the motives, l mean.
Mrs. Dupont's maiden name was Vera
Carson?"
Certainly; knew her family we'll"
She came here, and was received
into our family as daughter of my
fathers sister. II true, her maiden
name would have been Sarah Counts.
Papa had no reason to suspect the de-
ceit He does not now, and doubt II
even your word would convince him,
for he seems thoroughly under her in
iuence. There has been such a change
In him since she came; not all at
once, you know, but gradual, until now
he scarcely seems like the same man.
IL do not dislike. Lieutenant Gas
kins; he has been pleasant and atten-
tive, but do not care for him in any
other way. Yet papa insists that I
marry the man. Lately he has been
very unkind about it, and-and l am
sure she is urging him on. What can
do? 1t is all SO unpleasant"
Hamlin shook his head, but without
reply.
"You will not tell me? Then will
tell you / shall say no! no! no! in
spite Of them; I shall refuse to be
sold. But how does that woman con.
troll my father?" she leaned closer in
her earnestness, lowering her voice.
"She has not won him by charms; he
is afraid of her."
Afraid? Are you certain Of thatr"
Icb. CduhOI bCiA you ~" hhOWs
perhaps It is all womanly instinct. but
do know that he is terrorized; that
he dare not oppose her wish. l have
read the truth In his eyes. and / am
sure he Is harsh to me only because
he is driven by some threat. What
can 1t BET"
"You have never spoken to him OF
ACI tvn9
"Yes and no. tried once, and shall
never forget the expression of his face.
Then he turned on me In a perfect
paroxysm of anger. l never even
dared hint at the matter again."
The Sergeant stared out into the
street, not knowing what to say, or
how to advise. Almost unconscious of
the action his hand stole along the
rail until it touched hers.
(To BE goNTINUED)
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14
EmIqrant Party.


This was a most amusing entertain
ment given at seaside place at the
little clubhouse built out over the
water
The invitations read "All Aboard
for the Manor Dock Come in Emf
grant Costume; August Eighth at
Eight O'clock
Refreshments fifty cents"
The cards were limited to coterie
parting of the ways was near, every
one entered most heartily into the
scheme. The couple who attracted a
great deal of attention was a man and
his wife who appeared as Dutch peas
ants, including wooden shoes. Pad
dy'' from Cork" and Sweet Kitty"
his colleen, were hailed with delight
Prizes were awarded to family Of
Russian Jews. who were most reals
tic, carrying great rolls and bags, with
a bird cage and baby which was a
large doll.
The grand march was formed and all
passed before the inspector, who gave
a clean bill OF health Refreshments
consisted of sandwiches, iced coffee.
'doughnuts and pie served just as such
things are found In country station;
a counter and benches had been ar
ranged with tall dishes of fruit; plates
Of sandwiches, alternating with fried"
cakes and pie; hot tea or coffee, also
ice cream could be ordered.
Card tables we're provided for those
who wished to play. and there was
jolly dance. The possibilities of this
plan are great and such an affair could
be utilized by church society or club
as means of making money.
Flags of all nations would make an
appropriate decoration.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14
PITY ALL FOR HIS FRIEND
Kind Mans Own trouble Lost In Con-
temptation of Woe In Store for
"old Biggs."

Lady Constance Stewart Richard
son, who has come to America to
dance because she is. as she puts 1t,
stony broke" said the other day:
Some Of my happiest hours have
been passed in America. The Ameri-
cans are the kindest people in the
world. When think OF them, / am
reminded of George Grave.
Everybody has heard stories of
the meanest maxwell, George Grave
was known as the kindest man.
"One OF the stories about Georges
kindness tells how a friend asked
him:
"'How is Biggs doingr
BAD George replied. Very bad,
indeed. Poor old Biggs!'
why. what's the trouble with
him.?
Why, YOU see,' said George, I've
had my salary reduced on account OF
the hard times, and so I'll only be able
to lend Biggs half as much as usual
this year for his. vacation"
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14
Something New to Her.

Childish sarcasm seldom is so In
tended. Usually 1t is the result OF
the keen, clear judgment springing
from instructive and instantaneous
realization OF the truth. But some
times It has cutting ring.
Mr.. and Mrs. Stubs. for instance.
are devoted home missionaries. Their
children are well used to being told
that highly desirable articles of food
and clothing are not for them but "for
the Lord" or some ecclesiastical
equivalent. This fact occasioned little
Jessies recent sharp speech.
"Oh. mother. those cookies smell
good" she cried. entering the kitch-
en- in which her mother was busted.
Are they for the Young Peoples SO
ciety or the Sunday school picnic?"
Neither, dear" was the answer,
they are for you"
Jessie, who had forgotten all about
her imminent birthday. was surprised
and delighted.
"Oh, mother" she exclaimed again,
her eyes dancing. ARE we really going
to have some ourselves"
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14
Has Made His Own WAY.

William C. Redfield, the new secre-
tary of commerce, began making his
way in the world at fifteen. At that
age he was employed as clerk in the
Pittsfield (Mass.) post office at three
dollars week. His next step was as
salesman for paper company. From
Pittstield he went to New York, secur-
ing a similar place with a paper
house. Some time later he became an
accountant for tool manufacturing
company. rose to the presidency of the
concern, and after thirty years as a
manufacturer resigned, having been
elected to congress.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14
Unique Wedding Anniversary.


At the celebration of the fortieth
wedding day interesting decorations
on the dining room table either side OF
the wedding cake were small dolls,
dressed in costumes which were exact
reproductions OF the bridal apparel
worn by the bride and bridegroom on
their wedding day. Every one was so
delighted in comparing fashions, and
a daughter of the couple wore her
mothers wedding gown, as the bride
of 40 years could not get into it.
The place cards bore pictures of the
honored guests taken at the time of
the original wedding and ones of to-
day, under which was written Forty
Years After" A picture of the first
home and the present one were also on
the card 1t is needless to say the
guests were much pleased to have
these valuable souvenirs. The boxes
containing wedding cake bore the date
of the wedding and the present date.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14
CHAPTER xIx,-con.Iru.s.

CHAPTER HlN.--Continued.
1T is all right, Miss Mcdonald" he
murmured hastily, arising. There is
nothing to fear"
You are here--alone?"
Yes" smiling in memory. There
were occupants when l first arrived,
but they were persuaded to depart
had suspicion you might prefer 1t
that way"
Yes" puzzled by his manner, yet
softly pushing the door back so as to
exclude the light. Il can see better
now. Are--are you sure no one can
overhear? have something to tell
you--something important"
There is no one else here, yet some
one might stumble into this room.
It is not private, you know. We shall
be safer on the porch outside. Will
you take my hand, and let me guide
your"
She did so unhesitatingly, but her
fingers were cold, and he could feel
the twitching OF her nerves.
You are frightened-not OF me.
sureiy?"
"oh, mol" a slight catch in her
voice. but / am running such a risk
venturing here. IL had to pretend Q.
sick-headache to get away. You must
not condemn me until you hear why
came"
Il condemn? Hardly, Miss McDon-
aid. ! am merely a soldier receiving
orders; mine not to question why
Here is the window; now sit down on
this bench. I'll keep guard, and
listen" His voice sank lower, little
touch Of tenderness in It impossible
to disguise. Are you in trouble? Is
It something can aid you to over.
Gomez"
She did not answer at once but rest
ed her chin in one hand, and turned
her eyes away. Her breath came swift
ly. as though she had not yet recov-
cred from fright, and her face in the
dim light looked white and drawn.
Yes. you can" she began slowly
Il am sure you can. IL came to you
because there was no one else in
whom / felt the same confidence.
know that sounds strange, but / can
not explain--only 1t seems natural to
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14
LETTER Game.

THE is a very old game, but have
no doubt that it will be new to many,
and am sure those Of us who knew II
in our youth will be glad to renew the
acquaintance. Any humber of players
may participate.
The one who proposes the game ex-
plains that the letter chosen must be-
gin the answer to the question; for
instance, suppose the letter "A" is
agreed upon and the leader says men
ton the name of an American city be-
ginning with a." (Atlanta); a for
eign city. (Amiens); an American
river. alabama; a mineral. (ame-
thyst1; a vegetable (artichoke); an
animal. lapel; an article TO be worn.
(arctics). etc,
Questions innumerable may be sug.
gested. MADAME MERRl.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14
Novel shower scheme.

This is pretty way TO present the
gifts to a bride at shower II the ar
ticlee are small like hosiery or hand
kerchiefs. Make Jack Homer pie in
the colors the hostess wishes to have
and when dessert time comes (if the
occasion is luncheon) ask each guest
to pull her ribbon and as the package
is forthcoming. each one has some
excuse to find like This piece of pie
is too large, please hand it to Miss
B" tthe honored guest). And the
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14

rectoire coat in strong colored ratinet
A full dress development this, of the
fancy that there is for sporting coats
in extraordinary bright colors. These,
by the way. are most advantageously
worn with white skirts. SO that this
should be white year for the outdoor
girl.)
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14
"cobbIer" Game for Wee Tots.

Here is something the little Riddles
will enjoy: Tell one of the children to
call himself the "cobbler" and sit on
the floor, while the other join hands
and dance around him. The cobbler
says:
Now Is the time to try on the
Shoes" and at once, but without leav-
ing his seat. reaches for the feet OF
one in the ring while the players. who
must not let go of hands, endeavor to
dance out OF his reach. II one is
caught he. or she. becomes the cob
bier.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14

trust some people even when you do
not know them very well. do not
suppose know you very well; Just
those few hours we were together, but
somehow think you are true"
II certainly hope So" he put in ear.
nestly. Il couldn't very well help
being-with you"
Il believe that" and she lifted her
eyes TO his face.
yet / do not wish you to think me
bold. or--or indiscreet. You do not
think so, do your"
"That idea has never once occurred
to me, Miss Mcdonald. / am only
too glad to be OF service"
1T is good Of you to say that; you
gee, there was no one else"
your father?" he suggested.
"But that Is the very trouble" she
insisted. rejoicing that he had thus
unconsciously opened the way to her
confession. 1T is because my father
is involved, is completely. in her tolls,
that am compelled TO appeal to you.
He will not listen to word against
her"
Her? You refer TO Mrs. Dupont p
"Of course; whS, hadn't mentioned
her name! How did you guess?"
Because am not entirely ignorant
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14

May t4th."
Nah goodness. you has got hit
down all right! Now. boss. read hit
all over from de berry beginning"
Thompson street, New York. May
14th."
Oats right. Whew! Say. boss.
let's res awhile: Use tired My head
aches like hit was gwinter split"
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14

next one says; My piece is very
much too small just pass 1t to Miss
B." This MAKES loads of fun and
opening the parcels adds zest TO the
occasion. 1t is well to have an appro-
pirate sentiment written on the donors
card to be read aloud. Handkerchiefs
and stockings may be rolled and con-
cealed in tissue paper with fringed
ends and SO look like the swapping
motto favors so popular at all social
functions; the ribbons tied around
each one and all put within the pie.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14
Link Buttons in style.

Link Gun buttons seem to be gain
ing in fashion. They are even used
in the cuffs of coats. Very attractive
link buttons, made all of dull silver
In handwrought design. are sold for
IS a pair More attractive links. with
silver settings about Russian blue
lapis lazuli, sell for SIS.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14
praetleaI and seasonabIe.

So many requests have come TO me
for simple but well balanced menus
for stag affairs. think these two very
good; precede the second one with
watermelon and cantaloupe balls in
glasses, slightly sugared. and a few
drops of sherry poured over them an
hour before serving. Keep on ice.
Consomme and Bread Sticks.
Salmon Croquettes. Sauce Tartare.
French Fried Potatoes.
Roast Beef. Brown Gravy.
Stewed Tomatoes.
Potatoes.
Grape Jam. Clipped Pears.
Parker House Rolls.
Fruit Ice.
Tomato Salad. Cheese Balls. Sandwiches.
Peach Mousse. Cake.
Coffee. Bonbons.
Beefsteak. Dreamed New Potatoes.
Tiny Radishes.
Spiced Figs. Apricot Marmalade.
Tiny Baking Powder Biscuit.
Tomato Salad Waters.
Peaches and Cream. Tiny Sponge Cake.
Coffee.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14
Daring Effects.

Many cotton stuffs of this year come
in heavy weights, which make them
at to be used in suitings, but all the
same the average girl is not taking
at all kindly to the formal type of
dress for which suitings are required.
She much prefers the summer frock.
whether 1t be of the "dessy" or the
stub" variety.
II you wish for dashing and dar-
ing effect in a contracted coat and
skirt, how would you like a skirt Of
white herringbone serge, With a d.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14
HAD TO GIVE BRAIN A REST

Aged Negro Was Unused to Literary
Composition and II Made His
Head Ache.
The Atlanta Constitution tells about
an aged negro who asked his boss"
Colonel Yerger, to write letter for
him to his sweetheart
"All right, Sam; I'll do It," agreed
the colonel
Has yer got de paper and de Ink
and de pen ready, sir?"
yes, Sam; go ahead"
Write Thompson street. New
York"
"All right"
Has yer got hit?"
yes"
"All of hit?"
Certainly"
Thompson street, New York"
Oats hit. Now write May de four
teenf."
"Yes."
HAS yes got hit down. boss. al
readyf"
yes"
"G'way. boss. you're jokin'i Read
II to me-"
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14
Quite Another ThIna.

Marks--I hear that you have been
operating in the stock market.
Parks-You've been misinformed
I've been operated upon.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14
slha for the Baby.

Bibs for the smallest member of
the family are made with pads be
meath, They are trimmed with lace ~
hand work, or quite plain,
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1913-08-14

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Evening journal., 1913-06-27
GILKEY-DOUGHBRTY.

Miss Catherine " Gnkey, daughter
of Mrs Martha Gilkey. Of No 1917
West Fourth street. and Phillip A
Dougherty were married at st. Pauls
n c. Church yesterday afternoon by
the Rev. Michael Dougherty, pastor
of ST. Johns r. c. Church, Of Mil
ford. brother Of the groom Miss
Ella Dickinson and Thomas A. Horty
were bridesmaid. and best man, re-
spectively. The Rev. Thomas Wal
ldron, pastor of st. Paul's Church; the
Rev. Father Walsh, of Easton. and the
Rev. John b. Dolan. of Mount st.
Mary's Seminary, also we're present.
Following the cermony, a recep-
ton was held at the home Of the
brides mother Mr. and Mrs.
iDougherfy left for their honeymoon 10
New York at 2 o'clock Among those
present al the wedding were Mrs.
Bernard DouEherty. of Henry Clay.
mother Of the bridegroom; two sisters.
Miss Margaret Dougherty and Mrs.
Joseph Haley, Of the same place; Mr..
end Mrs Michael Dugan. of Philadel-
phia; Mrs. Martha Gilkey. mother Of
the BRIDE Mr.. and Mrs. George DON
nell, Mr. and Mrs. William O'Donnell
Mrs. Ella Dickerson and the Misses
Florence and Ellie Dickinson, Mrs
Nellie Alderman. Mrs. John Cruthers
Miss Amelia Gormley. Miss Anna
Lannon, Miss Katherine Miller. Mrs
Carney Mcmahon Monion Miss Mar
earet DouGherty. Mr.. and Mrs. Phil
lips, Mrs. Meyers, Mr.. and Mrs
Feeney, George White, w. NJ ODon-
nell, Mr.. and Mrs. Harvey, Miss
Hsrney, Mr. and Mrs. Fetters, Miss
Dugan, Mr.. Desmond Mr. and Mrs
Yerkes and family. Mrs. Joseph jean
dell. Mrs Lille Lynch, Mrs. George
Perkins, Mr.. and Mrs. Phillip Thomp-
son and family, Miles Thompson and
others.
Evening journal., 1913-06-27
PROMINENT MEN
In GIRLS DEATH
Police Watch Suspects in MyS-
tery---PhiIadeIphian to TeS-
tify---WOman in Case

SALISBURY, Md. June 27.--As a
result of this weeks investigation into
the cause of the death of Miss Flor
ence Wainwright. who was found
dead on Friday last in the Office Of
the Home Gas Company where she
was employed as bookkeeper, several
prominent persons are being contin-
ually watched by the officers, al
though no arrests aR expected until
after the Coroner's jury brings in a
verdict tonight The officers have
orders to arrest any of the suspects
if they make any effort to leave town
Three out-of-town witnesses arrived
in town today to testify.
The authorities have traced the
dead woman's movements on the day
of her death and as a result import
ant facts have been brought to light
which point to a married woman in
the case. It is said that the girl died
of a criminal operation.