Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1915-09-30

SourieT tOulOTrOW Will mean the ellmi-
nation Of this evil from Bronson for
time at least"
And you will publish the names of
the property holders also?' responded
Allan Rutledge.
Certainly. 1t Is the privilege of a
newspaper to make public such infor-
nation at any time"
"Let me see the list of the property
holders" said the minister.
He took paper from Reginalds
hand and glanced over 1t.
isn't this an awful record?" he ex-
claimed. why. here are some of our
leading capitalists in Bronson. What
can they mean by renting property for
such vile uses?"
"Oh. that is a simple propositionr'
replied the editor. II discovered the
secret of such things while I was still
in England. Reputable business would
only pay an interest Of from per cent
to 10 per cent, but these resorts pay
an interest on the investment Of Is
per cent to 80 per cent"
GAIN" said Allan Rutledge in disgust.
That is ALL" replied the editor.
Z Certain capital asks for nothing but
Interest. 1t cares not for God nor man."
Go ahead" said the minister, with
a stern look on his face. snake your
editorial and your exposure as COM
plete and radical as you can make 1t.
In my speech In the park ! will refer
to your paper, and demand that the
citizens Of Bronson declare another
revolution"
Independence day dawned serenely
beautiful. The rising sun was greet
ed with cannons and loud reports Of
giant frecrackers.
AS the monster parade moved slow
ly through the streets of Bronson that
morning Reginald Nelson mingled with
the crowd of onlookers, and felt his
whole being thrilled with the patriotic
emotions which were vibrant among
the people. For the moment he forgot
that he had staked his entire future
on the issue Of the Courier for that
day. He forgot the rage and anger
that PROFESSIONALLY would be aroused
against him by the men whose greed
and falsity he had exposed.
This is the true land of destiny"
he said to himself, as he gazed on the
passing pageant, and noticed the en-
thusiasm and spirit of the crowds
which had massed themselves on ell
Their side Of the line of march.
Just at that moment there were some
Of Bronson's citizens who were not at
all interested In its celebration of In
dependence day. In the office Of Mr..
Graham a little company composed of
Roland Gregory, Ned Rowlands and
Bud McCrea were sitting with blanch-
ed faces.
why didn't you report to us what
he was going to do?" McCrea was say
ing angrily to Ned Rowlands.
II knew nothing about it," the other
replied, in a frightened tone of voice.
II did not know there was a detective
working In the CITY," That's how Mel
son got the list of names and places.
what is to be done, Graham ask
ed Bud McCrea in a hopeless tone.
THE fellow has taken advantage of
u.s." replied Mr.. Graham, speaking
with emphasis, "but he is In our pow
er. Today We GUST him from his place
as editor. l will begin action against
him In the courts tomorrow for pay
ment on his notes. You know, they
read payable on demand We viii
demand immediate payment, and i
know he will not be able to meet it.
and we will ruin his credit"
The eyes Of the lawyer flashed fire
as he uttered these last words. On
the table before him lay the special
morning edition of the Courier. In
| heavy loaded type was the story of
the insincerity of the city admlpistra-
ton in regard to reform Of abuses and
complete list OF all the gambling places
and vicious resorts In Bronson as well
as the names of the owners Of the
property. 1t was terrible exposure.
"But it's too late" said McCrea. with
groan. 'The people will be reused
to madness by this mass of stuff, and
they will make cleanup themselves"
Mr.. Graham was silent for a few
moments and then said confidently:
1.-The history of these spasmodic ef-
forts at so called reform shows that
these ebullitions Of popular cutlery are
short lived. Let US be patient With
the Courier In the hands of O safe man
we will have everything Gained down
by election time" ;,
II hope so." responded McCrea, but
he shook his head dolefully.
1--WE must proceed to business" said
Mr.. Graham. II want to go over to
the park and hear DIR. Rutledge give
his grafton. Now we win depose Mel
son right away. and you, Rowlands.
are to take charge. The office is closed
until O'clock this evening. When
Nelson returns you order him out and
tell him that the officers of the Courier
Publishing company have discharged
him and have placed you in charge"
Better send couple of good trusty
policemen up to the Office at O'clock"
said Ned Rowlands, THAT English
pan is tough proposition when he
gets excited" !.
Il am glad you suggested that said
Mr. Graham. II will see that you are
amply protected as the lawful editor"
After some further discussion the lit
tie company separated, Mr.. Graham
walking to the large Bronson park.