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circle went whistling out over the
plain his score of .pursuers instantly
changing their course to tangent In
order to cut him off. And seeing that
they bid fair to do 80 the pursued one
Strengthened his course into direct
fight. and with his face turned back
ward over his shoulder led them
straight away. For the next mile the
Blue Dragon and about half dozen of
the fastest of the machines seemed to
be holding their own with him, while
the rest, unable to keep up the terrific
pace, gradually strung out behind like
kites long tail. Whittier he was
leading them none but himself could
guess, but as for the pursuers they
cared little provided they could keep
him in sight. Whether they ran the
race and fought the fight over jagged
mountain tops or level ground made
little difference to these seasoned sail
ors Of the upper air sea, whose con-
slant close association with death
had made them almost contemptuous
of 1t. and as grayhounds course hare
they went whistling on with strained
muscles and eyes glued upon the black
streak that sped as an arrow before
them. Whether the pursued one was
doing his best or only trifling with
them they could only conjecture.
but this much was evident, doing
their own best as they were,
they were barely holding their own
with him. North. still retaining his
initial advantage over his nearest COM
petitor, could not see that he had
gained foot upon the enemy. To
the spectators upon the ground and
now far behind, the ones In the air
appeared but distant floating specks.
Then one by one even the specks dis
appeared and great sobbing sigh Of
relaxation welled from the bosom Of
the watching city.
Fire minutes had elapsed since
North left the ground, five minutes
during which time March, grown to
the spot, had stood staring after the
flyers with his heart pounding and
his enthusiasm mounting with Its ev.
cry beat as he thrilled with admiration
at the skill and daring of the pursuers
of this half human-like, half bird-like
creature Of prey Of the upper air. Car
ried away by the excitement OF 1t, he
had In spirit flown with North In his
aerial rush. seeming to ride by his
| side as he leaned forward in his seat
as a jockey rides leaping race horse,
every muscle taut as the singing stays
about about him, the rush of wind in
his face, the throb of the machine be-
meath him, the roar Of the propeller
behind. Ecstatically he gloried in the
long, sweeping upward rise OF the
machine when they rose and rose as
ship mounts towering, upheaving
billow; involuntarily he drew his
breath with a sharp intake as they
swept downward in long dip as the
ship sweeps down from the towering
crest of a lord Of the ocean when the
deck falls from beneath ones feet
and he feels as though he fioated in
midair, so rapid is the plunge into the
valley below. Then the graceful rise
again with the sudden plunge into an
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Held Her for an instant in lts Grasp.
happy or very wretched." She averted
her face that he might not see the
warmth Of her color, while he proceed.
ed in a voice that was low and pas
sion filed.
1T is impossible that you with your
keen perception have not read my
feelings towards you, for no woman
could remain oblivious to such a pa
tent state of mind as mine has been
towards you. Doris, have you not
known Her face still remained
averted, her voice unchanged.
Il have realized that you have been
kind, courteous. considerate. No wom-
an could desire a more gallant admir-
er, since you assert that you have
been such"
you suspicioned nothing more than
admiration
Il think | am by nature unsuspi.
cious."
His dark face clouded with a slight
displeasure. Believe me, am far too
serious to jest. Doris, | have been In
love with you with love that has in
creased with each passing moment
since the day l first met you. | have
tried to make you understand 1t In
many ways, and ! am convinced that
you have known 1t for months. And
always your uniform kindness, and
often your apparent pleasure at seeing
me have famed my hope until ! have
sometimes though l would not be
over-presumptuous in speaking to you
as l am doing now. And your solicit
tude-I might almost say tenderness
in caring for me during those days
when ! was disabled determined me to
out with 1t. Therefore | came this
afternoon to tell you that love you
better than all else, that l would sac
riflce my life for you-and | want you
to remember that phrase II the time
should ever come when l shall be put
to the test-and that above all other
things earthly l wish to marry YOU"
His eyes had frightened, his face
grown pale with suppressed emotions,
his rather sharply cut features seemed
to have softened and the girl, glanc-
ing quickly sidewise at him, thought
him handsome indeed. She answered
him quietly. half seriously, half lightly.
at would make almost any woman
proud and gratified to feel that so hon.
orable man so highly esteemed her.
But had not thought seriously Of
marrying-as yet"
They walked dozen steps in 81.
lence. "Time," said he at last, need
not be considered the essence Of this
contract, should there be contract
between US. will be content to await
any length Of time II | may only
continue to hope. May | have that
hope. Doris?"
Il will answer you tomorrow"
To-day. now"--he begged. But she
only shook her head and he walked
beside her with downcast eyes and
moody face until presently be spoke
again. ..--l
Il am going to ask you what you
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nicate with you further" she respond
ed In monotonous, businesslike voice.
She leaned forward. looking down the
street. There comes Clay" she an
nounced.
Displeasure amounting to anger, and
disappointment approaching disgust
pervaded Alan's being. After ten days
of not seeing her and now, Just when
they were getting started on the right
conversational track to have an ex-
ceedlngly disagreeable third person
who had just left her house after stay
ing there constantly for days appear
upon the scene was somewhat more
than irritating. He would rather Clay
had been the Flying Man himself. for
being armed now he could have resent.
ed the intrusion Of the other with
vigor, whereas he must now tamely
submit. However, he would ascertain
II this was Of Doris bringing about.
did you not expect him?" he in.
quired casually. Her head shook.
mo. 1t is entirely Of his own mo-
ton"
Have you told him Of your expert
ence of last night!"
Il have told no one but father and
you"
And are you going to tell him?"
Il do not know-not at present at
least. He might infer that the Flying
Man was searching here for him and
be worried because Of Its worry to me.
l shall say nothing to him about 1t
at present" She arose and went to
the head Of the steps to greet him,
smiling, her hand outstretched. He
bowed over 1t. muttering something
inaudible to March's ears. then nodded
to him.
Hardly expected to see you again
so SOON" he said drily to the latter
with one Of his queer looks. The
whole affair exasperated March. But
few hours before he had confessed
to the other man that he had not heard
from Doris for days, and 1t must look
to Tolliyer as though his rival. not
daring to compete with him face to
face, had kept out Of his sight until
his back was turned, when he had at
once rushed to her upon the first in
formation that there was nobody upon
the field to dispute with him. Doris,
however, relieved the situation some
what.
Yes, l sent for him and he was good
enough to come. We had not had a
little visit for some time-we have
both been rather busy. you know" "
Clay did not seem In the least dis
turbed at the possibility that he had
interrupted tete-a.tete.
1T was frightfully lonesome to be
by myself after the delightful society
OF the past week, SO | just absent.
mindedly followed up my thoughts un-
til l found myself here" he laughed.
"Beastly the way that flying animal
is misbehaving himself. Too bad
did not get him that first night and
save all this commotion."
III you had not attacked him 1t is
quite possible no commotion would
have arisen," she suggested mildly.
He seemed trihe put out at that view
OF 1t.
Il don't think that is quite appreci.
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air bank that opposed them with a
solidness that caused the light plane
to shudder and shiver at the impact
and wherein the machine again
seemed ship wallowing in sea tha;
had swept her from stem to stern.
until shaking herself free she once
more raced on. buzzlng like hornet,
(To BE coNrINuED.)
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Noble Enouuh for Him,

Miss-"Of course you know, baron,
that my father is not In the remotest
degree q noblemany" He-"Say NO
more. beautiful one. A man who will
give his daughter a dowry Of q mlL
lion ID noble enough for me-"
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-12-25

in Scotland and England. The first visitor to
house on New Years morning had the privilege OF
kissing the person that opened the door. Perhaps
there is a Renaissance of ancient fire worship IN
the Shropshire custom of stirring the fire on New
Years morning before uttering word
although there are few houses where New
Years day is observed with it's oldtime hospital
ity, the day is not wholly divorced from the
thought of good things to eat. The ridiculous New
Years eve dinners in the Broadway restaurants
have no special significance but there are certain
dishes inseparaby associated with the day.
One of these is roast goose which is perhaps
more liked in England than America. But even
more characteristic are those admirable little
cakes which come from Germany, and which are
imported in tin boxes. German cooks have made
them for centuries, have lavished their time and
energy on new designs and new favors, and the
result is cake so excellent that it must always
be the special delight of the New Year feast This
point of ritual surely, must be left US.
So excellent is the German New Years cake
that it cannot be used for charm, like the New
Years eve cake of Ireland. For this was thrown
against the wall and broken into pieces The first
fragment to touch the ground was eagerly sought,
for he who ate it sure of years happiness
There much pleasure in the baking of the
cake. 1t was placed on gridiron before the open
fire, and lamentations were sung to secure the
cess of the charm.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-12-25
FOR THE BEST APPEARANCE
Beauty "Don'ts," Apparently o'"p'
in Themselves, Yet Mean
Great Deal.

Don't frown. Your foreheaa w.
soon show permanent wrinkles Il w.
make frowning a habit. -,
Don't bolt your food. IaKe w.,
time over eating and masticate !O~
food very carefully, if you Wan'
keep your health and your looks
Don't adopt style of hairdreSS.-tt
that doesn't suit you, however sm8'' :
may be. IT,.
Don't take too much tea or cOls~ .
Both should be taken in modefau''
only. Ia,
Don't eat starchy foods if you arc ss :
clined to be stout. Remember s ~
lemon juice and all acids have fen'''-
ably thinning properties. ;ts
Don't go out on windy day WIN
out first rubbing a little face cV he
well into the skin and busting s. ~
face lightly over with poWdef a.
ward. u,ith
Don't wear tight shoes or shoes VII
ultra high heels if you wish "
vate a graceful walk. .sk
Don't wear white if you nave 9TH
low skin, unless you can reliese
a bright touch of color.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-12-25

mensely popular especially -
color, which goes admirahl = AaaI
many strong colors in suits VIII
These waists have loose s,o.
extended shoulder lines b aad
which is not in keeping with Io y
Rod of our suits and frocks, anu ls p.
is little doubt but that tb r4u 'ae's
tight basque, buttoned straight alos
front with fabric buttons. with , y y lAs
ton armholes. set-in sleeves AND , 3 q
or low collar, is already tba a llsA
separate waist to use. 'asrs
If the plain fronts are NOT
ing then one can adopt leng tssoa'
wide puffs divided by silk S oo.s.
which belonged to the 1870 ne rs,alas
style which looks quite modesa :
some women wear it. Is
A blouse cut after this shane
in satin or soft grosgrain silk - ~
tened with velvet buttons in tbo 10 ~
color, and finished at the neck V wis
a turnover collar of lace or wv %ia
collar of the satin, contributes Ms nsa
derfully well to the appearances " "v4'
cloth suit. .
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-12-25
CONSIDER NOW THE NEcKTIE
Important in Scheme of Costume Is
This Adornment, Now in Such
Great Variety.

High, straight fur neckties of the
1tour do cou" order are again very
fashionable for girls. These ties are
charming when made of ermine and
finished off at one side with bunch
of black tails. Similar ties are made
of skunk and fastened with a dark
crimson rose, yet others are carried
out in mink and dark brown chiffon.
A velvet epidemic is here. There was
no foreshadowing of it in the French
styles shown in August, which goes to
prove that we like to dress as our
neighbors dress, for the day that a
few smart women INDUCED in velvet
gowns the mass followed suit.
An ingenious way of keeping the
sash at the desired low waist line was
seen on another model trimmed in
military style. Straps of braid held at
both ends with little silver buttons
were placed at intervals, forming a
prescribed track for the black satin
girdle
The girdle is often the only detail of
a costume that attracts attention. This
fact should be made the most of by
women obliged to plan winter outfit
on limited dress allowance, as few
adjustable girdles and sashes will not
only furnish variety but also provide
the easiest means to bring last years
dresses up to the present-day styles.
Probably we are tired of the plated
tunic, and, not quite accepting the
ripping skirt, made in one line from
waist to shoe top, have adopted the
fiounced skirt, which gives three lines
stretching around the figure.
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Over the Shoulders Complete the Eff
feet.
frocks and the consequent desire of
most women to have their blouses
appear as a continuation of the skirt
and serve for all manner of occa-
sions when the coat must be lifted.
It has long been a fashion to re-
tain the coat in room where one
is calling or lunching except in a
private house at a formal meal
and this gave rise to some careless
ness concerning the kind of blouse
beneath, the main object being. to
secure good neckwear, which was
much in evidence because the Jacket
was loosened. Now the wheel has
turned. The incoming of the top
coat, which is removed in the dress
ing room, and the fashion for the
one-piece frock have resulted in a de-
mand for blouse that carries out
the component parts of the skirt or,
at least, strongly suggests it in color
and in design.
This does not mean that the wash
white blouse is forsaken. On the
contrary, it has developed strength
through the cotton crusade and
such popular factor in separate
'blouses. First, georgette crepe took
the place of the chiffon, then wom-
en- went back to their first love,
which is the simple blouse of a wash
able white material not overburdened
because of this verdict, the over
trimmed thin waists in nonwashable
materials seem to be out of keep
Ing with the season. The shops show
them plentifully, and yet one knows
that they are not in first style.
Even the muslin ones are plain,
tucks or hemstitching constituting
the chief handwork, and now that
the high collar is really established,
there is no excuse for lace there, I'M
less one uses a good quality of val
enciennes or filet. Any kind OF lace
is preferable to the starched muslin
band about the neck, which demands
veritable beauty for its setting.
Decidedly the new movement in
separate waists, however, is the simu-
lated basque. It was worn in Paris
as far back as last March, and it
was adopted here in a modified form
that. was not quite as artistic as it
might have been. This season the
shops have found such blouses i'm
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-12-25
THE NEW YEAR.

Julia Ward Howe was no believer in New Years
resolutions. 1--WE should make and keep good
resolutions all the year round" the celebrated
author once said in Boston. 81 am no great be-
lever in New Years vows, for, although they are
splendid things, they really don't amount to much
more than Oliver Wendell Holmes tobacco reso
luton.
mr. Holmes, with affected gravity said to
friend on the first day of the year: really must
noe smoke SO persistently; must turn over a
new leaf-a tobacco leaf-and have cigar only
after each-here he paused as if to say meal
but he continued. after each cigar"
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-12-25
DICTATES OF FASHION
are coming in again.

Grays are coming in again
Seal brown is a fashionable colo,
Gored skirts are we'll thought :,
The fuller skirt is, the shorter !, !.
apt to be.
There is no lessening in the fo0a
ness for sashes.
The new square meshed yeilins !.
much liked.
Small women and young girls favo,
short coats.
For the evening waist little trim.
ming is used.
A great deal of gold ribbon is nsos
on millinery.
For the evening gown. founces ara
most fashionable.
Silver sequins are used upon wbits
net in evening gowns.
Prevailing styles among evening
wraps are the cape effects.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-12-25

JR grandfatners did not give up $50
each for the privilege of spending
New Years eve in crowded restaur-
ants. Neither did they, at the stroke
of twelve, put on caps of colored
paper, ring COW bells, and throw con-
fetti at strangers. Yet we, who ridi-
Guile their traditions and superstitions,
can find, it seems, no more satisfac-
tory way in which to speed the old
year and welcome the new.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-12-25

is another custom observed at this time which is
called among us mumming; which is changing
of clothes between men and women who when
dressed in each others habits go from one neigh
boris house to another, and make merry with
them in Disguise by dancing and singing, and
such like merriments 1t were to be
wished this custom which is still common
among US at this season of the year were laid
aside; it is directly opposite to the word OF
God"
1t is possible that "mumming" is related in
some way to the performance which marked Hog
manay" in England and Scotland. "Hogmanay"
was the last day of the year. Some scholars think
the word comes from the Greek "agia mene,
(''holy month'O others from the Saxon "halig
monath" which has the same meaning; still others
from the French phrase eau gui menez" c'to the
mistletoe go!') which mummers anciently cried
in France at Christmas from eau gueux
menez," ('Bring to the beggars!'O Whatever the
origin of the word may be, Hogmanay was the
time for much amateur begging.
The children went from house to house, singing
such songs as:
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-12-25
MANY CHANCES Possible.

The woman who has WINE s h
or lace skirt for evening ana loaf
cloth, serge, satin or silk for osy mt
is lucky. If these are propelp %
all sorts Of changes can De iua9 nat
them with a different bodice - ~ fof
the wearer can be dressed sui'as sinuer,
a club meeting, matinee, little olDD
or even a weekend gathering
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-12-25
A CASUAL OBSERVATION.

I'VE are living in age of exceptional cul-
ture" said the with angular features
'Mebbe we are" said Farmer Corntossel But
l can't help ncticin that people walk right up to
the news stand to buy some pretty fluffy stun,
while it takes a mighty good book agent to wor5-
nH a set OF Shakespeare"
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-12-25
Green Brocade Dancing Frock.

Jeweled Sash and Straps of Black Tulle
Over the Shoulders Complete the Eff
feet.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-12-25
SHOULD MATCH SKIRT.
SEASONS BLOUSE CALLS FOR
DEEP CONSIDERATION.
Changing Styles Have Caused Many
Points to Enter Into Final Decision
Made-SimuIated Basque Re-
ceived With Favor.

That garment which goes with the
coat and suit is never easy to choose,
and it is especially difficult this sea-
son for several reasons, chief of
which is the fashion for one-piece
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dey know, He
En- dey talk er de things dat he SUI and
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en- sing. nDori
En- tell 'em wy sho' good ole santhis ??
come efore
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En- dey drift off ter sleep wild smiled OF
dey face + can
En- o niao am not a cent 1 KIN Spain your
pre-
Hits de las thing heah when tun And
de light: e the
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ternight?"
En- I laughs wild dem all Wen dey hsnop
whut dey do
Mid de things dat he'll bring-en
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-12-25
THE CALL OF THE NEW YEAR

Christian man sat in the Masters presence
thinking of the coming of the new year 1t was
good but solemn thing to do. The mans
thoughts in that presence ran thus: Seeing him
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-12-25

+ HOgmanay, LrOllOlay,
Give us of your white bread.
But of your grey,
Hogmena, Hogmena,
Give us cake and cheese, and let go
away"
AS they sang they collected what they called
their "farls"-oaten cake and cheese. From this
developed the letting in' of the year. Par
ties of men and boys went through the town. They
stopped at the front door of every house and sang
until they were admitted. Then they received
small gift of money, went through the house and
left by the back door That man should be the
first visitor of the year a general belief in
the British isles for centuries, nor is it yet ex-
tinct
In Scotland the ceremony of "frstfootng has
almost entirely died out, but in some Of the re-
moter parts of that country it is pleasantly
membered. At the approach of IL on New Years
eve 'hot pint was prepared. This kettle
of warm spiced or sweetened ale, with liberal
infusion of spirits. When the clock struck, every
member of the family drank to the new year.
Then the elders of the family went out into the
street, carrying the kettle of spiced ale and
supply of buns, cakes, bread, and cheese. When
they met party of friends similarly engaged.
they stopped to exchange greetings and sips OF
ale. They went to the houses of their neighbors,
sent the kettle from friend to friend, and spent
the hours before dawn in sociability and good
cheer. Ii they were the nrSt to enter mouse aIIer
twelve o'clock they the "irstfoot" and re-
ceived especial favor
In England, the frst-footing parties were made
up generally of the poor boys of the village who
carried "wassail-bowl" decorated with ribbons,
and received in return for their proffered drinks
and good wishes cakes and cups of ale. But in
Scotland as recently as 100 years ago frstfooting
was democratic social institution, in which few
were too proud to share. The principal streets
of Edinburgh, it is said, were more crowded be-
tween twelve and one on New Years day morning
than at noon on business days.
A simple ceremony, not yet obsolete consisted
in unbarrng the front door as the clock struck
twelve, to let the old year out and the year
in In the Island of Guernsey the children paraded
the streets carrying the effigy of man. embe-
matte of the dying year This they buried at
midnight on the seashore, with elaborate ritual.
At Burghhead in Morayshire, they kept New
Years eve by Burning the clavie." They made
huge piles of herring barrels, and set fire to them
with peat The burning embers they carried home
to their houses as protection against whatever
evils the year might bring.
On New Years day the Scotch of bygone gen.
erations believed fire should go odt of the
house. If it were given, misfortune might be pre-
sented by throwing burning peat into a tub of
water.
There is something suggestive Of the Russian
Easter in one ''frst-footng" custom once popular