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Charlevoix county herald., 1915-10-30

tracted pro6igious debts), real estate
had rapidly deprecated in value, and
the returns on his holdings were un-
usually small. This fact, combined
with the fact that his outstanding
debts were unusually large, and his
creditors unusually active, had made
him cast about for an avenue of escape
that would clear his every path of dun
ming tradespeople and at the same
time allow him to continue his life of
luxurious extravaganza in the accus-
toned way. Marriage seemed the
only way out, and the eligible list, that
Is, the people Of any (bank book ac-
count, was markedly limited. In fact,
there was only one in town whose for
tune was reassuring enough to CON-
pensate for the disadvantages of re-
stricted hours and a life half taken up
in leaving and receiving cards. He
had decided to risk it, as he pre-
sumptuously phrased it to himself, and
accordingly, a few months before, had
started to make frequent calls at the
Logan mansion, in an effort to become
better acquainted"
III.
His calls were received Hospitality
at first, and as they continued, gra-
ciously. He was of the best stock in
that part of the country, and as the
only surviving member of a family
whose ancestors were traced back to
the Landing of the Pilgrims, he was
assured a reception and respect from
Anita Logan (that worshiper at the
shrine of aristocracy) his accomplish
ments would never have entitled him
to.
Scott had decided that the time was
ripe for protesting his love" and
called the day after Paul and his ia
Their had been at the Logan mansion.
Anita looked Up quickly as he ap-
preached. her face Frightening at the
sight Of his well-groomed appearance,
and utter lack of the self-conscious-
ness SO evident in people of less breed
ing.
He dropped gracefully into the seat
beside her, and gently led the talk to
personal matters. Miss Logan" he
Charlevoix county herald., 1915-10-30


Before You Reach the Age Of Twenty
Five, You Lose Your Share in the
Fortune"
silent, you know. And must be with
you
'All right, dear. / understand per-
fectly. Be right over Good-by."
Scott came, languid. lackadaisical,
correct to the last detail-nis express
sionless face making great impress
sion on Bess, who accepted his air
of quiet authority as indicative OF
the proverbial still waters"
The breakfast was a complete sue
cess in both food and talk, and Ann
felt with pleasure that her surprise
az his announcement that he was 60
ing up to the mountains was as gen.
uine as could be desired by the most
exacting critic-which Bess wasn't.
In another hour Bess and Ann,
mounted on two rangy western ponies,
had started their long ascent up the
mountainside,. their point of destina-
ton being half a mile from where Paul
Reed in his observatory, nightly
watched the heavens and saw In each
one.
Scott arrived late the night of the
same day. The next morning ne
proposed a walk over the mountain.
side, and was eagerly seconded by
Ann. Bess, however, wearied and
sore with the previous days ride, an
nounced that she was all I'm, and
would await their return at the hotel.
Ann noted with keen displeasure
SCOTS disappointment at Bess' an
nouncement, and was further vexed
when he proposed that they stay and
keep Bess company. His attention, his
solicitude for Bess was, she felt, pass
ing the confines of an effort to be
agreeable.
Bess wouldn't hear of their stay
ing behind, so they started for their
stroll together. Alfred, disappointed
at Bess' absence, and Ann anxious
and trying mentally to laugh away
the fears that played shadowlike but
persistent in her mind. They took
a narrow footpath that wound its way
around the mountainside, hugging
tightly the wall to their left, for in
some places on their right the path
stopped abruptly and the cliff side
fell sheer away into sickening space.
Anita had come up close behind
him painting, but supple and eager,
her fine young frame moving in quick
graceful strides along. the trail. Sud-
denly he was aware of the sound of
looscned pebbles rolling down the
cliff behind him-heard her startled
cry-felt her tense, desperate grip on
his arm as she lost her footing.
vi.
Turning half way around, he saw
that she was hanging half over the
cliffside. her face pale and horror
stricken, her only hope for life, out
side of a misunderstanding itself In
her grip on his arm. He saw at a
glance the almost sheer declivity OF
the mountain side, and sickening
dread overcame him as he thought OF
what 1t would mean, should his
strength be not great enough to hold
out. He would be carried over the
side of the cliff with the one clinging
to him! His foot slipped slightly,
dislodging a pebble that bounced Its
echoing way down the mountain
side. A horrible, cold dread was on
him. His feet were slipping! With
a quick, fearful, desperate stroke he
struck her hand from his arm. and,
shrinking back against the wall,
watched her start on her downward
slide, dragging host OF rafting peb-
bles In her wake.
Charlevoix county herald., 1915-10-30

of the SCOTS. Paul followed behind.
keeping her ever In sight and was
surprised when at turn In the road,
she stopped suddenly, her whole body
tense. He came up with her and saw
what had caused her to stop 30
shortly.
This trail ended abruptly at the
back porch of the hotel; and from
where they stood they could see quite
plainly, Bess, seated In large easy
chair, on the broad arm OF which
Scott had perched himself. AS they
watched he fondly kissed his wife's
sister,
Anita watched but for a moment;
then, running forward swiftly. fol-
lowed by Paul, she dashed up the
steps of the porch, and stood. torch
of wrath, confronting Scott
"You most contemplate" The
sentence remained unfinished, her
scorn for the, vile thing before her
making words futile.
"Bess," she said, turning suddenly
and trying to make her tense voice
soft, I'm married to this"-with a
wave of her hand. 1--WE kept 1t Sc
cret, because the fortune left us would
be forfeited, were l to marry before
I reached the age of twenty-five. You
received a like notice. SO you know
She spoke quickly, anxious to get the
preliminary explanation over with. 80
as to execute the action she had In
mind. why did 1t, God only
knows, but I was blinded by the light
Of his ancestry"
you might have done worse, you
know" Scott sneered. There weren't
many opportunities left, you know,
after your well-known intimacy with"
here he looked toward Paul-"tho
bricklayer's son."
Paul had been standing silently by.
his face heavy and dull with despair,
his heart unutterably sad within him.
as the "queerness" of all the last few
days became understandable.
He sprang at Scott, his face distort-
ed horribly, his teeth barred, low
animal sound coming from his throat,
and his hands shaking fearfully as
they found their way to the others
throat For the length Of half min
ute he held him thus-then, sudden
loathing for the resistless creature be-
fore him took the place of his fury,
and he flung him. choking. to the
ground.
When Scott recovered, few min
utes after, ne learned. from the hotel
| proprietor, that Ann, Bess and Paul
had hastily left for town. He started
| Immediately in pursuit, sure that Ann
had for her destination the Office of
her attorney.
He arrived at Rodgers Office just
in time to hear Ann, through the
closed door of the private office, fin
ishing her story to the astounded at
torney
my fortune is gone. Now want
divorce from that yellow thing
| called blue blood
Scott came in as she finished.
Zone moment, please" he said. You
| travel fast. Too fast. True, your
declaration of our marriage has for
feited your part of the fortune"-here
a cunning, insolent smile shaped his
mouth-"but If you dare to push this
divorce suit'-his voice became en-
| phatically slow and intense-"Pll drag
in your sisters name, and blacken 1t
in the eyes of the whole world-ut-
terly Do you understand? Utterly!
Yes, know that your fortune has
been forfeited rather stupid of you,
don't you think? But we'll manage.
1 know your sister will gladly share
| her part with us"-he accentuated
Charlevoix county herald., 1915-10-30
BY EDWIN BLISS
SEVENTH STORY

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Charlevoix county herald., 1915-10-30

The next morning Ann received
telegram from her sister Bess In the
East. Ordered to take rest in noun
tains. Too much study. VIII be home
in a day"
Bess arrived late that night, and
her appearance, poor as 1t was, i'm
mediately banished her sisters appre-
hension.
so you thought was half dead"
she said laughingly. my, what a
nervous dear old motherly sister you
Bisbee daily review., 1915-09-26

theatre Another feature win be a
public reception In the Capitol Thurs
day evening under the auspices OF tho
Women's Relief Corps. This organiza-
zion, cooperating with the women Of
the c. A. r. viii plant two trees, one
on each side Of the boulevard leading
TO the Lincoln Memorial in Potomac
Park The first spadeful of earth ir
planting the first Tree will be turned
by Commanderin-Chiet David j Palm.
err while Mrs Sarah F. Fulton, Presi
dent Of the Women's Relief Corps
viii have that honor In planting the
second tree.
One of the events for tomorrow vii
be the wigwagging of a message o.
greeting and good will to visiting
veterans from President Wilson. Tho
message win be signalled by men IA
miliar with the Old Myer code which
was sent from station TO station about
Washington by survivors Of the sis
nal corps of fifty years ago
Signalling features Of the encamp
Bisbee daily review., 1915-09-26

army marine corps and sailors from
the feet
The parade it is estimated. viii re-
quire about three hours in passing.
General Miles. as honorary Grand
Marshall.of the parade. will have
army and navy officers as his aides.
Col. Holsey, chief of star 10 the Com
handkerchief OF the G A. r.. will
be the active marshall AS special
guard 10 Commanderin-Chief Palmer
will be the u. S. Grant Post OF
Brooklyn. n. Y. Veterans win march
i'm their respective Grand Army depart.
ments, the line being headed by the
Department of Illinois which was he
first to be organized after the war.
On Thursday and Friday business
meetings of the encampment witt
sessions Of alliad organizations viii
be held After the election of grand
Officers Friday the veterans will pro
coed TO Arlington National Cemetery
where President Wilson viii lay the
cornerstone Of a new national amphl
Bisbee daily review., 1915-09-26

ment will continue throughout the
week under charge Of Lieut. George
Carr Round, president of the United
States Veterans Signal Corps Associa-
ton The main station OF the yeter
am signal corps Will be on the heights
Of Georgetown In the extreme west
ern section of Washington and upon
the spot where the government had it,
Signal Instruction Camps during tho
war Mt Tabor Methodist church
which stands there will be the head
quarters. From that point welcome
will be wig-wagged and messages of
peace and good will to the world are
to be sent other stations are estab-
lished az Fort,Steyens, Fort De Russy;
the National Soldiers Home, Fort
Richardson and the Dome of the Cap
itol
Secretary Garrison and Secretary
Daniels have co-operated with th,
committees to entertain the veterans
Regular troops from Fort Myer are e
give daily drill exhibitions on The
Bisbee daily review., 1915-09-26

Washington Monument Grounds while
submarines, torpedo boats and other
small naval craft unnown TO civil war
times are to be on exhibition in Wash
ngton harbor in The Potomac.
Mingling in the throngs of wearers
Of the Blue who have reached here
are wearers of the Confederate Gray
who were especially invited to at
tend the encampment The invatione
We're extended as a result of the
union Of the Blue and The GRAY at
Gettysburg two years ago
Bisbee daily review., 1915-09-26
couNrEREElr CHARGE.

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept 25-Wil-
liam Maxwell and Frank Burke were
arrested on complaint OF Consul Gen
eral de Negri of Mexico on charges
of attempting to dispose of counterfeit
money He offered a half million Of
worthless Carranza currency for S1S,-
600 in American gold
Bisbee daily review., 1915-09-26
VETERAN HOSTS ARE
ASSEMBLING ON EVE
OF G. A. R. REUNION
lContInued Ion 30 D

win be from Peace Monument al the
east entrance Of the Capitol grounds.
up Pennsylvania avenue and through
a Court of Honor erected in front of
the White House With the Presi-
dent when he reviews the procession
win be members Of the Cabinet. other
distinguished officers Of the United
States, Justices of the Supreme Court
and members Of Congress. Besides
the veterans I'm line there viii be sons
of Veterans, various citizens military
organization-, troops of the regular
Bisbee daily review., 1915-09-26
S O. S. CALL

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 25.-An S.
o. S call from an unknown ship at
sea was picked up tonight by a wire
less operator at Farrallone Island.
The call was repeated but the opera
tor was unable 10 ascertain the name
of the ship or get into communication.
Bisbee daily review., 1915-09-26

prepared for the day as it is nearing
We are assured of support Get dy-
Mantle but keep il secret and destroy
this letter as soon as read Let us
notice and hope that this land may
soon be ours"
REFUGEES FROM ToRREON.
Ell PASO, Sept 25-The last for
eign refugees fro mthe Torreon dis
trio, have arrived With them were
Consul Coen Of Durango and consular
agent Williams of Toreeon According
TO reports Villa is suspending destruc-
ton of the railroad north of Torreon.
A number of foreigners are reported
as refusing 10 obey the orders of the
state department as TO remaining in
Mexico
STRENGTHENS DEFENSES.
DOUGLAS, Sept 25- Following the
receipt of news that villa forces are
10 enter Sonora through the San Luis
and Pulpit Pass On edefenses are be.
ing strengthened IN the vanguard OF
the forces oil General Gales
Bisbee daily review., 1915-09-26

Washington special says no submar-
ines built as strong as those Of Amer.
lean navy, none being required TO
Withstand water pressure at depth Of
500 feet.
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RESPONSIBILITY FOR
ATTACK DISCLAIMEI

lConilnuCI nom F4EO u
was found on the addressee and
through him traced TO the author.
Among ether thinss it said "Wo
now have two hundred rifles and four
thousand rounds OF ammunition Be
Bisbee daily review., 1915-09-26

Box effects dominate in models for girls misses and
slender plain tailored lines for inclined to
be
Belts a|round the back sometimes just
the front Collars button close about throat.
Braid and fur trimmings after the military and Russian style
used in abundance.
Color lead of with African brown closely followed by bot
tie green navy, desert mouse and wistara.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28
Methodist Church News

Remember that Miss Myrtle Nichols
Is chairman OF the employment bur-
eau. Phone her at the office of the
Spencer Electric Light Co. If you want
a place TO work or If you want some
aid. We have been able to place quite
good many people already and can
place new ones nearly every week
The Epworth League is arranging
for japanese Social Friday evening
of this week. Each guest is requested
to bring a sofa pillow The jinrickis-
ha will be at the corner at 1880.
The ladies OF the church are plan
ming 10 furnish one Of their excellent
suppers Saturday evening of this week
from 500 o'clock until all are served.
Quite a number of the young people
have expressed desire to take up
some form of Bible study and it has
been decided to meet Tuesday evening
right after the prayer meeting in the
Philathea room. All are welcome
who wish to come. We will have
time for eight or nine lessons before
the summer vacation and we will
probably spend nearly all OF the time
on one of the gospels and two or three
of the Pauline Epistles. There will be
some committing: some bible reading
on the fundamental doctrines Of the
christian religion and some chart
making with study of personal cases.
Bring bibles and permanent note
books
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28
TWENTY-SIx MARKSMEN
IN SHOOTING CONTEST

After the thirty-frst day of May no
more recruits will be taken into COM
L at 1onia. All names must be in
sixty days before the company goes in
to camp, which is about August l.
There are twelve men in the camp
who have not taken part in the shoot
ing contest which is being held. The
contest shows that there are at the
present time three experts, twelve
sharpshooters and twenty-six marks
men. Nine are in the first class and
one in the second.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28
FISHERMEN SHOULD
KNOW FISH LAW POINTS

AS the fishing season is approaching
it might be well for our anglers TO
observe the following law regarding
the catching of trout;
The Landlocked Salmon, Grayling.
Speekled California, Loeb Leven and
Steelhead Trout-Open season from
May l TO September Is.
Unlawful to have in possession UNI
der seven inches in length
Unlawful to take from stock
streams for four years after first
planting.
Unlawful to sell
Unlawful TO ship out of state.
Unlawful to take more than 80 in
any one day.
Unlawful to have in possession more
than fifty at any one time.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28

10 celebrate this event A short pro-
gram suitable for the occasion will
be carried out. Letters from former
pastors will be read. Two charter
members only are with us to-day, the
rest have Joined the church trium-
plant. These are Mrs. Matilda
Smith and Mrs. Orrin Purdy. Let US
gather in large numbers at the church
Tuesday evening.
Thursday evening covenant meet
ing.
Sunday morning right hand of fell
lowship and communion.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28
PEOPLE VS.. BUSH
ADJOURNED TO MAY 7

The case of the People vs.. Alvin
Bush under arrest on statutory
charge was on for examination i'm
Justice f. B. Lapham's court Tuesday
Nine witnesses were examined after
which the case was again adjourned
TO May at 9 o'clock a. m, for fur
Their hearing.
Herbert G. Hall the prosecuting at
torney appeared for the People and
Glenn Matthews of the firm of Locke
& Matthews for Alvin Bush.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28

Sunday. 1000. class meeting; 1890.
morning service; 1900 Sunday school;
$500. Junior League: $3.50 Epworth
League: 1880. prayer meeting for
young women in Phila. room and
young men in Baraca room. Thurs
day evening at 1880, general prayer
meeting followed by Bible study.
w. f. Doty, Pastor.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28
ALTENBURG RELEASED
FROM NATIONAL LEAGUE

Jesse Altenburg who for the past
few weeks has been with the Pitts
burg National League team. trying out
for permanent place in the lineup
OF players with that bunch, has been
released and has gone to the Youngs-
town, Ohio Central Leagurers where
he expects to remain during the base
ball season.
He has been given many high COM
pliments for his work at the bat and
on the diamond in general.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28
COUNTY CLERK M0ULT0N
ISSUES FINE BOOKLET

George w. MouIton was home from
his Official duties as county clerk in
Ionia Sunday. Mr.. Moulton has COM
piled complete list of county and
township officers for the years 1915
and 1916 and issued IL in neat folder
for handy reference. The folder also
contains the names Of all city and viii
lage officers and the terms OF the cir
cult court. 1t is a valuable booklet
and any person can have one for the
asking.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28
Church of Christ

Regular services on Sunday-10 so
a. m. Worship. and communion.
IL noon-Bible school.
$3.50 p. m.-Senior c. +.
1880 p. m.-Evangelistic service.
Mid-week prayer meeting and
training class Thursday at 1880 p. m.
You are cordially invited to all SER
vices of the church.
Chas NJ. Pease
Minister
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28
BYRON BEAN PLACED
ON 2 YEAR PROBATION

Byron II Bean was brought back
from Morley last Thursday by local
officers to answer a charge OF dis
orderly conduct preferred against
his in Justice A. l.. Spencer's court
by his wife. Bean pleaded guilty and
was placed on probation for a term
of two years. He is requirea =" paw
court costs amounting to $3.50 and
also is compelled to support his fam
iiV.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28
West Otisco Farmers Club

Thursday. April p the West Otisco
Farmers Club met with Mr.. and Mrs.
Walter Fisk with about 40 members
and several visitors present. They
were entertained by readings by Mrs.
Belding. Mrs. Roy and Mrs. Lew Tut
tie a recitation by Margie Carpenter
and some "reminiscences by Myron
Green. 1t was conceded that every
up-to-date farmer should have a silo
and spend some OF his time in the
garden.
Thursday, May we will meet with
Mr.. and Mrs. w 3. Travis in the af-
ternoon with refreshments of warm
syrup Subjects for discussion: Potato
Culture and Canning Fruits
Mrs Carpenter, Cor Secretary
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28

There will be a special Offering TAX
en- Sunday for the building fund. We
hope all will have part in this.
The mems bible class will give a
Measuring Social" Saturday night,
May S. Everybody is invited.
Choif rehearsal Friday night at the
home of Miss Abbie Moore. Every
member is urged to be present. New
music for Memorial and Children's
Days.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28
Graitan Cleaners

The Grattan Ancient order of
Cleaners will meet at the home of
Mr.. and Mrs John Bookey Saturday
evening, May /. Each companion to
contribute something toward the pro-
gram. Supper TO consist Of bread
and butter. green onions, potato salad,
cottage cheese, cake and coffee
Lecturer.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28
Christian Science

Christian Science Society. s. Pleas
ant Street.
Sunday services at 10:45 a. m.
Testimonial meeting every Wednes-
day evening at 1880.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28
Holy Trinity Episcopal

Hours Of service. May ?, a. m,
Holy Eucharist.
1890 a. m. Holy Eucharist with
sermon, How the Kingdom of God
Comes"
Robt B. Evatt. Priest in Charge.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28
Congregational

Morning service at 1890. Sunday
school 1i:45. Y. u. S. c. T.. 6:45
Evening service, 1880. Prayer meet
ing, Thursday night.
A. j. Blair. Pastor.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28
Latter Day Saints
North Side)

Sunday school 1880 a. m, preach
ing service 1l.30 a; m, Religio $50
p. m, preaching service 1880 p. m,
Prayer service Wednesday evening at
1880. You are cordially invited to
all meetings.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28
Bantist Church News

Tuesday next is the 25th anniver
sary of the dedication Of the church
Members and friends Of the church
are invited to meet in the evening
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28
AT THE CHURCHES
Baptist

Divine worship 1880 a. m. Sunday
school at noon. Young peoples meet
ing at $50. Evening service at 1880.
Prayer and praise meeting Thursday
evening at $780,
w A. Bliss Pastor
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28

ten .. !. G. sows and pigs. A. A.
Palmer & Son, Orleans, Phone eel
IL 3 $. 45-4S-1
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28

FOR SALE-Red raspberry plants.
Il. NJ. Parnev, Phone 113. 47-4S-1
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28

Levi Stevens, dead in Newport,
Mimi. was the father of % children.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1915-04-28

FOR sALE-Large variety OF willow
chairs for porch or lawn. Andrew
Mmzey, SIS S. Pleasant st. 23-3S-tf