Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1915-10-31

They were enjoying a quiet drink and
smoke with Wallingford, whom they had
come to like immensely. when Jeremiah d.
wallingford drew himself together in
pleasant anticipation.
Very glad to talk with you, Mr.. Crimper.
I'm sure you will excuse the presence of my
friends here ! have no secrets from them.
Mr.. Crimper took two chews at his flaccid
What practical arrangements are you
making to put this senility cure on the
The PLAZA is very simple, Mr.. Crimper.
The Society for the Promotion of the snaiIey
Cure for senilityl corporation not for profit,
capital stock, and its books are now open
for subscriptions"
Then" said Mr.. Crimper. suddenly releas-
ing his chin from its hiding place. II think
may offer you a subscription"
Mr.. Wallingford was instant gravity; al
the offer. Mr.. Crimper." he said politely
enough, but still nrmly; ''but before accept
snailey's great philanthropy. to Inquire ilto
Mr.. Crimper himself and his claims for an
Mr.. Crimper now showed signs of hesita-
tion, and glanced once more, In question of
ested auditors; as they showed no signs Of
going. nor Wallingford of Diminishing them,
he stated. II am here as the representative
WaiIingford's face instantly hardened. I'm
afraid your principal will have to present his
own case" he declared. 'tho selection OF
candidates and sponsors Is a very grave
Exactly" agreed that gentleman with a
loose and leathery contortion which might
pal there can be no possible objections upon
any grounds l handle his philanthroples.
that his benefactions are the largest in the
You don't mean Cornelius Rockewellr'
The same" Mr.. Crimper proudly assured
him. Mr.. Rockwell has had the Professor
of bacteriology of Rockwell College examine
Into the claims of DR., Snatley"
Mr. Wauingford arose; he smoothed his
possible his Hi' brows s IH
and he glared loftily down at the wondering
There is no use in discussing the matter,
Mr.. Crimper." he said sternly. mr.. Rock
well must die at the hour his Maker in
tended. He did not get his great wealth
honestly Besides. why did he not come here
Mr. Crimper made three more vain ATTEMPT,
TO present argument in favor IF Cornelius
Rockwell; then, with one mighty guip. he
the gentlemen of the press trod upon one an
others heels In their frantic haste to get to
their respective papers with the tremendous
"Corneiiusr waningford. who had spent
two days at the window which overlooked
the street corner. rushed back into the study.
Everybody to your places"
There was q mad scramble. Violet dashed
up to tho attic to hide: Fannie. bewitchinE
II a nurses uniform. slipped out across the
onion jones' oOnS IKE me- Easter St ts ssa %tS
his totally bald head and his gaudy buffers
UNIFORM stalked solemnly to the front door.
the cellar.
Remember now, Onion" adufonished Wal
lin Eford. pRusing for q moment at the door.
You're q dummy"
Don't worry. Jim, he can't miss IT," ARMED
Blackie. as they disappeared through the
door.
Cornelius Rockwell surveyed the stupid
looking butler with impatience. when he was
told there was one home
"whsn.il they be baCET" he raspsd. look
ing at his old-fashioned silver watch
Ten minutes, sir" responded Onion dis
interestedly. gazing out over Cornelius
shoulder Who shah / say called. Hirf"
TN wait" snapped Cornelius, stalking In
He looked around him sharply when Onion
ushered him into the study which Billy-ths-