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The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1915-06-02
lCopyright, 1915. by Otis E. WOODY

They struggled on once more. Night
came and brought with it half-sooth-
ing, half-torturing GOODNESS. That
vain straining of the eyes upon the
horizon at any rate was spared to
them. They slept in fashion, but
soon after dawn they were on their
feet again. Suddenly Quest, who had
gone a little out of his way to mount
a low range of sand hills, waved his
arm furiously. He was holding his
field-glasses to his eyes. 1t was won
derful how that ray of hope trans
formed them. They hurried to where
he was. He passed the glasses to the
professor.
"a caravan" he exclaimed. Il can
see the camels, and horsesi"
The professor almost snatched the
glasses.
1T is quite true" he agreed. ut is
a caravan crossing at right angles to
our direction. Come! They will see
US before long"
Presently three or four horsemen
detached themselves from the main
body and came galloping towards
them. The eyes of the little party
glistened as they saw that the fore
most had a water-bottle slung around
his neck. He came dashing up, wav-
ing his arms.
you lost, people?" he asked. want
water?"
They almost snatched the bottle
from him. 1t was like pouring life
into their veins. They all, at the pro-
fessor's instigation, drank sparingly.
Quest, with a great sigh of relief, lit
a cigar.
Some adventure, this!" he de-
clared
The professor, who had been talking
to the men in their own language,
turned back towards the two girls.
at is a caravan" he explained, "Of
peaceful merchants on their way to
Jaffa. They are hating for us, and
we shall be able, without a doubt, to
arrange for water and food and a
camel or two horses. The man here
asks if the ladies will take the horses
and ride?"
They started off gayly to where the
caravan had come to standstill. They
had scarcely traversed a hundred
yards, however, before the Arab who
was leading LenOra's horse came to q
sudden standstill. He pointed with
his arm and commenced to talk in an
excited fashion to his two companions.
From across the desert, facing them.
came a little company of horsemen,
galloping fast and with the sunlight
flashing upon their rifles.
"The Mongars!" the Arab cried,
pointing wildly. "They attack the
caravan"
The three Arabs talked together for
a moment in an excited fashion. Then
without excuse or warning, they swung
the two women to the ground, leaped
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1915-06-02
SYNOPSIS.

Ford Quest, master criminologist of
torld, finds that in bringing to JUS
Hacdougal, the murderer Of Lord
4gh's daughter, he has but just be-
Ia life-and-death struggle with a
erious master criminal. In a hidden
J Professor Ashleigh's garden he has
ian anthropoid ape skeleton and a
inhuman creature, half monkey,
ban, destroyed by FIRE. In his rooms
appeared from nowhere black boxes
lining sarcastic, notes, signed by a
armless hands. Laura and Lenora,
assistants, suspect Craig. the pro-
s servant, OF a double murder. The
boxes continue to appear in uncan-
Sshion. Craig is trapped by Quest,
kcapes to England, where Quest, Lee
md the professor follow him. Lord
Ugh is murdered by the Hands. Lee
is abducted in London and rescued.
is captured and escapes to Port
where Quest and his party also go,
Beyond into the desert.
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1915-06-02
Woman and Dress

ty of clothes, yet had nothing to
wear" the modern woman's cry is al
ways for new styles, new garments,
new millinery, and ever and always
for something new"
This passion for minute adherence
to Fashions most foolish vagaries is
not only confined to herself. No, in
deed. The modern mother wants all
her children to be equally up-to-date
in matters sartorial. Only the other
day | heard a harassed husband de-
clare that he was infinitely happier a
few years ago, when he was earning
$40 a week, than now, when his in
come is at least six times that amount.
For" said he, "in those days | did
not know what debt meant! l had
more money to spend on the things l
care for. But nowadays, my wife and
family demand every cent of my sal
airy. | have four daughters, and their
sole topic of conversation is clothes.
OF course, l could put my foot down
and refuse to pay their bills-but then
they would be unhappy about it and
think me misery. So | just drag
along from day to day, knowing that
never will have money for my own
pleasures and relaxations."
This is the attitude of many father
and husband today. In many cases, of
course, the man of the house rebels
and then a change is made, or, as an
alternative, the home and happiness
are wrecked through divorce. But in
any case the woman who is sacrificing
the happiness Of her husband for the
sake of clothes is a matrimonial fail
ure and sooner or later win court dis
aster.
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1915-06-02
Bv FLORENCE E. YODER


rial. But apparently the authorities
think nothing OF the Sort Ior an at
tempt Is Delhg made 10 eslapiish d
UNIFORM costume lor the grauudtioh
iestlVitles' Inc STORM continues LUZ
the principal Oh one hish scnooi 10 81
dellsnteu Win the INQUEST appear any {
WHICH INC So"As en- .
-
'i'''' i'o mas
pei iineht anu 10 ohi'oiHeiou W pi0
uicI Ihat the UNIFORM coStuile VI the
young women VIII estaDlish a prec-
edent'
1t certainly would not be at all bad
idea if it did, For many parents SIM
ply cannot afford the elaborate gowns
which their daughters demand for the
graduation celebrations.
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1915-06-02

feel quite sure Mr.. Fox could not swim,
and as he glided over the pond she
kept her eyes on everything that
stirred.
ooh, there are some berries on a
bush over there" said Johnnie. Lets
go get them"
But suppose old Mr.. Fox is hiding
behind the BUSH" said Mamie.
ooh, you are afraid, but l am not"
said Johnnie, swimming over to the
bush and eating the berries.
Mamie followed him, but she was
sure she saw something moving back
in the woods. ~"Come along, Johnnie.
| am sure saw old Mr.. Fox's head in
the bushes
ooh, no." laughed Johnnie. Girls
always think they see things
Let us swim back and not get so
far away from the barnyard,' said Ma
ME. q know l saw something back
in the woods"
"All right, you can go back if you
are afraid" said Johnnie. Il am go
ing to swim to the upper end of this
pond, and if | see Mr.. Fox I'll tell you
all about him when | come back"
Just then a loud splash was heard and
Mamie did not wait to hear any more.
She sailed toward the barnyard, calling
Johnnie to follow her.
But Johnnie did not follow. He
swan toward the upper end of the
pond.
A big branch of a tree flOated to-
ward him and Johnnie laughed to him.
self. THAT was what frightened Ma
ME Quack. A branch of a tree fell
into the water I'll tell her how silly
she was when I get home"
Johnnie swan nearly to the branch
but he noticed if he swan to one side
of the pond the big branch floated to
the same side, and when he was quite
close Johnnie tried to swim around it,
and then to his horror he saw that the
branch was carried in the mouth of
Mr. Fox, who was hiding behind it.
All Johnnie's bravery was forgotten.
He was so frightened he could hard
" turn around, but he did manage to
and swan for home as he never swan
before, and Mr.. Fox after him, until
Johnnie could feel the leaves of the
branch touch his tail sometimes.
He wished he had listened to Ma
ME and was just giving up hope of
reaching the barnyard when Bang
Bangi" went a gun, and Johnnie
quacked and tapped his wings, fright
ened all but to death, for he was sure
he was shot
But he wasn't. 1t was Mr. Fox who
was shot, and it was a good thing for
( Johnnie that he was, for he had just
dropped the branch and was reaching
for Johnnie when the hunter saw him
and saved Johnnie's life.
Down to the pond came all the hens,
ducks and geese just as Johnnie wad-
died up the bank, and there on his
back floating past them was Mr.. Fox.
ooh Johnnie said Madam Quack-
] les. What did | tell your" | knew
old Mr.. Fox was about, and see what
narrow escape you have had all be-
cause you were headstrong and want
ed to show Mamie you were not
afraid"
Johnnie did not say anything, and
all the things he had thought of to
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1915-06-02
PATRIOTIC IN HER ATTEMPT.

New York, June Mrs. John Wos,
attempted suicide by swallowing arr
senic and then turning on the gas in
her room. Before she decided to diea
Mrs. WOs decorated the windows and
her bed with American flags. She
placed a wreath with her name, Jen-S
ME at the head of the bed.
Neighbors smelled gas and called
policeman. He forced his way into
the room. The woman was taken to
Bellevue Hospital, where it is said
she will recover
Dependency is said to be the cause
of her act
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1915-06-02

cloak; the chief by his side-a fine,
upright man with long, gray beard; be-
hind, three Mongars, their rifles al
ready to their shoulders. The chief
wheeled up his horse as he came with
in twenty PAGES of the little party.
White! English" he shouted.
"Why do you seek death here?"
He waited for no reply, but turned
to his men. Three of them dashed for
ward, their rifles, which were fitted
with an odd sort of bayOnet, drawn
back for the lunge. Suddenly Craig,
who had been a little in the rear, gal
loped, shouting, into the line of fire.
Stop" he ordered "Chief, these
people are my friends. Chief, the
world"
The chief raised his arm promptly.
The men lowered their rifles Craig
galloped back to his hosts side. The
chief listened TO him and nodded
gravely. Presently he rode up to the
little party. He saluted the professor
gravely and talked to him in his own
language. The professor turned to the
others.
''The chief apologies for not recog-
niZing me-" he announced. 1T seems
that Craig had told him that he had
come to the desert for shelter, and he
imagined at once, when he gave the
order for the attack upon US, that we
were his enemies. He says that we
are welcome to go with him to his
encampment"
Craig turned slowly towards them.
1t was a strange meeting.
at is necessary" he told them,
that you should pretend to be my
friends. The chief has ordered two of
his men to dismount. Their ponies are
for the young ladies. There will be
horses for you among the captured
{ ones from the caravan yonder."
They all turned towards the chief,
who remained little on the outside
of the circle. The professor raised
his hat and spoke few words in the
Mongar language, then he turned to
the others.
Il have accepted the invitation Of
the chief" he announced. 1--WE had
better start"
This may not be Delmonico's,"
Laura remarked, few hours later,
with a little sigh of contentment,
but believe me that goat-stew and
sherbet tasted better than any
chicken and champagne ever tasted"
They moved to the opening of the
tent and sat looking out across the
silent desert. Laura took the flap OF
the canvas in her hand.
What do all these marks mean?"
she asked
They are cabalistic signs" the
professor replied, part of the Ian
guage of the tribe. They indicate
that this is the guest tent, and there
are few little maxims traced upon
it, extolling the virtues of hospitality"
Lenora leaned forward to where a
little group of Mongars were talking
together.
II wish that beautiful girl would
come ana let US see neT again, SIC
murmured.
She" the professor explained, 'is
the chiefs daughter, Feerda, whose
life Craig saved"
"And from the way she looks at
him." Laura observed, 81 should say
she hadn't forgotten it, either"
The professor held up a warning
| finger. The girl herself had glided
| to their side out of the shadows She
faced the professor. The rest Of the
party she seemed to ignore. She
| spoke slowly and in hating English.
.My father wishes to know that
you are satisfed?" she said. you
have no further wants."
None" the professor assured her.
Il
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1915-06-02

say to Mamie about being afraid and
silly went from his mind as he
watched Mr.. Fox floating by.
'Mr. Fox could swim, couldn't he?'
asked Mamie.
Eyes, he could" said Johnnie, "but
not as fast as l could. You see, beat
him getting to the barnyard, but |
don't see why he carried that branch in
his mouth"
ITO hide behind, silly" answered
Mamie Quack, looking very wise. HE
knew you would think it was the
branch of a tree and he expected you
to swim right up to him, and then,
bounce, he would be upon you and
carry you off to his den.'
oh" said Johnnie, 81 see. But he
didn't get me-"
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1915-06-02
SPANKS HER ASSAILANT.

Philadelphia, June Don't waste
ticularly if the Dick Turpin who at
tacks you is of youthful mein. Spank
him, instead. Miss Lydia Lyster, a
Lansdowne lassie, has tried the new
method and found it effective.
The lady with the alliterative name
was walking along yesterday as peace
ably as one could walk, when she was
seized from the rear in crunching
hug. Being a person of feminine per
suasion her first thought of self-pro-
lection was by way of hat pins, but
one look at her assailant made her
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1915-06-02

Asparagus Rolls-RemOve the cen
tres from stale rolls and dip each shell
in water. Put in the oven until
brown and crisp and then fill with hot
creamed asparagus. Serve at once.
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1915-06-02

Carrots and Peas-Scrape the skin
from young carrots and boil them un-
til tender. Then cut in cubes and mix
with an equal amount of cooked peas,
canned or fresh. Season with salt.
pepper and butter and serve very hot.
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1915-06-02
The BLACK BOX
By %. PHILIPS OPPENHEIM

Novelized from the motion picture drama of The
same name produced by the Universal Film
Manufacturing Company. Illustrated with pho
tographs from the motion picture production.
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1915-06-02


1--WE are very graterui Tor MS nos
pitality, Feerda.'
Wont you talk to US for little
time?" Lenora begged, leaning for
ward.
The girl turned suddenly to the
professor and spoke to him in her
own language. She pointed to the
signs upon the tent, drew her finger
along one of the sentences, flashed a
fierce glance at them all and disap-
peared.
Seems to me that we are not ex-
actly popular with the young lady"
Quest remarked. What was she say
ing, professor"
"She suspects u.s." the professor
said slowly, "of wishing to bring evil
to Craig. She pointed to a sentence
upon the tent. Roughly it means Graf
itude is the debt of hospitality lam
very much afraid that the young lady
must have been listening to our con-
versation.'
The professor suddenly leaned for
ward. There was queer change in
his face From somewhere on the
other side of that soft bank of violet
darkness came what seemed to be the
clear, low cry of some animal.
ct is the Mongar cry of warning" he
said hoarsely. Something is going to
happen"
The whole encampment was sud-
denly in a state of activity. The
Mongars ran hither and thither, get
ting together their horses. The chief,
with Craig by his side, was standing
on the outskirts of the camp.
Seems to me there's a move on"
Quest muttered, as they rose to their
feet. 81 wonder if we are in it,
A moment or two later Craig ap-
preached them.
WORD has been brought to the
chief" he announced, that the Arab
who escaped from the caravan has
fallen in with an outpost of British
soldiers. They have already started
In pursuit of us. The Mongars will
take refuge in the jungle, where they
lave prepared hiding-places. We
start at once"
Ito b. Continued.)
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1915-06-02
Dinner


Mashed Potatoes Carrots and Peas
Lettuce Salad
Brown Betty
Marmalade-Thisi is a good time Of
year, when oranges are sweet, to make
marmalade. Slice a large grapefruit,
large orange, and a large lemon thin,
removing the seeds and the tough core
section Measure and allow three
times as much water. Cover and let
stand over night, then add an equal
measure of sugar Stand until the
next day and then simmer until it
reaches the marmalade consistency.
1t is good when freshly made as well
as after it has stood.
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1915-06-02
Bedtime Stories
For Little Folks
JOHNNIE QUACkLES NARROW
ESCAPE.

One morning Johnnie Quackles and
Mamie Quack were starting out for a
sail on the pond when Madam Quack-
les called to them.
You children must not go very far
this morning" she said. "Old Mr..
Fox was seen around here, so look out
and don't go into the woods on the
other side of the pond
Mother thinks we would let old-Mr.
Fox get u.s." said Mamie. Guess We
could see him before he was close
enough to catch us, and swim away,
even if we did 60 into the woods"
Maybe he can swim, too" said
Mamie Quack.
ooh, that is just like a girl" said
Johnnie. Did you ever see Mr.. Fox
swimming"
mo, | never did," replied Mamie
Quack. 'But maybe he can
mo, he can't he can only rum" said
Johnnie. Come along and don't be
afraid"
Mamie did not want Johnnie to
think she was afraid, but she did not
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1915-06-02

Manners maketh man-but clothes
maketh a woman" is a foolish say
ing which yet has a certain amount of
truth in it. For dress plays an enor-
mously large part in the appearance
and general attractiveness of every
woman. The pretty woman becomes
more beautiful when clothed in a style
that enhances her looks, and the plain
woman becomes transformed into a
personality so smart and chic that one
entirely forgets her plainness and sees
beauty that never existed before.
For assuredly do fine feathers make
fine birds. And it is positively the
duty of every woman to make herself
look as pleasing and attractive as pos
sible. l have no patience with the
dowdy woman nor the woman who re-
fuses to be interested in the subject
of feminine apparel. Yes, there are
women of this type; and, moreover,
they consider that such an attitude is
the outward and visible sign of a very
Independent spirit and an emancipat-
ed viewpoint which places them far
above the weaknesses and follies of
their own sex! No belief could be
more mistaken, no attitude be more
ill-adYised. For it is clearly the duty
of every woman to remain sufficient
ly feminine to be interested in her
outward appearance and the charm
thereof!
The Sweet Girl Graduates" of Phil
adelphia are indulging with no little
heat in a debate as to the question OF
suitable apparel for their graduation
In their eyes, and in the eyes of THEN
supporters, the great occasion calls
for special effort in matters sarto
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1915-06-02

Auihor of" The Mooing
Finger, . The Prince of
Sinners. I" GO Annd. the
Adoenturess, = etc.
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1915-06-02
TOMCRROW'S MENU

Tongue; well, that's a very good
thing when it amt wOman's. Bread
-knuckle of ham, regular picter-cold
beef in slice, very good
Breakfast
Cereal and Cream
Boiled Bacon
Toast Marmalade u
Coffee
Luncheon or Supper e.
Cold Ham
Asparagus Rolls
Waters Cheese y
Tea
The Ontario Argus. (Ontario, Or.) 1???-1947, 1915-02-25

On Feb. 30, 1915, MI Richard 8.
Rutherford celebra.sd hts 1Sth birth
day. A sufprise was rendered 10 Mr.
Rutherford at tbeir home aud Gncie
Dick surely thought sopiethins very
strange. when he was sumRonad
hastily home to mstc-somc repairs In
hts household and found more than 50
people. ready TO greet him with hearty
congratulations. The rooms were
beautifully decorated with the stars
and stripes and In the dining room two
large flags were arranged back OF the
table. where Mrs. A. ID. Rutherford and
Mrs. Frank Morgan presided over the
bunch bowl. where lovely cake and
punch was served the guests during
the evening. On the table a. large
birthday cake was placed and around
Il were 76 candles. all In tiny holders.
which were lighted by Uncle Dick and
his sons. These little candles repre-
sented many years and Uncle Dicks
18th birthday will long be remem-
bered. A memoranda OF friendship
was given Mr.. Rutherford with 5s sig
natures. all expressing their kindest
wishes with many loving thoughts.
Many beautiful gifts were given Uncle
Dick. all tokens of love. As the guests
departed they extended TO Mr.. and Mrs.
Rutherford their lasting good wishes.
Each guest received a candle and hold
or as a souvenir.
The Ontario Argus. (Ontario, Or.) 1???-1947, 1915-02-25
How To Get A Drink In
~ 1916

. Csll up 9S-j on the phone and order
a6 gallon bottle Of soft water. The
charge isa only rs cents. which just pays
for the delivery. The usual charge for
drinking water in cities is so cents. but
~swant every body to know the kind
Of water We have 70 work with, so you
pay for delivery only. ...,
II is shouse-clesning time. Let US
give your .wOolsn blankets. quilts,
celntsrpsnes. festher-beds and pillows
asoft-wster wash. 1t is the best thing
that can happen 10 them. Ontario
Laundry, -. -
The Ontario Argus. (Ontario, Or.) 1???-1947, 1915-02-25
Maytorena VIII Withdraw.

Washington Agent Caro-
theirs telegraphed the state depart
ment that Governor Maytorena. com
mardlng the villa forces besieging
General Hills garrison at Naco. So
nora. was preparing TO withdraw his
troops 10 a point 10 or ~ miles from
the border TO eliminate the possibility
OF firing into American territory.
The Ontario Argus. (Ontario, Or.) 1???-1947, 1915-02-25

The marriage Of Miss Matte Huff
man Of Vale and Mr.. Deane Goodman
Of Juntura was solemnized in Vale
February the 23rd. The bride is a
graduate Of st. Alphonso Hospital in
Boise and is well known here being a
niece of Mr.. Il. l.. Griffin Of this city.
Mr.. Goodman is prosperous farmer of
The Ontario Argus. (Ontario, Or.) 1???-1947, 1915-02-25

Mrs. J. II. Farley entertained at a
surprise party In honor of the birth
day OF her daughter. Mrs. Kate Long,
last Friday evening, Cards and music
furnished the amusement for the
guests and a delicious luncheon was
served. ..
The Ontario Argus. (Ontario, Or.) 1???-1947, 1915-02-25
FARMERS, ATTENTIONS

Now is the time to get cement tiling
and head gates for irrigating purposes.
Built to your specifications. Phone
ll2-R. Claude Bingham. Ontario Ore
gon. S-3tpd.
The Ontario Argus. (Ontario, Or.) 1???-1947, 1915-02-25
LIVE SOCIETY NEWS

= The Argus is always pleased
= to receive advance notices Of So
= ciety events that have not been
= printed; also news OF those that
= have taken place. The latter
= should be in the office not later
= than Wednesday noon.
The Ontario Argus. (Ontario, Or.) 1???-1947, 1915-02-25
Notes from Little Willow, Idaho.

NOTES from L''''e "'''o"' ioaho'
we, have room for more home build.
Esrs 'here'and the price Of land is right
w one can say 'na' 'nis 'aiiey mas
Eger oeeh over es''n'a'eo UT we iaho
f'a up oeyono i's race 'a'ue anu we
EP no. ra'Se pruhes OF appieS' Inc
pensn'ooes 'na'' " "'t
+ Mr.. and Mrs. w. r. shimp have been
In Ontario for the past month as Mr..
tshimp has. been, under the DR.. care
during that time. Mr.. and Mrs. Shimp
fha$e rooms at Mrs. r. s. Rutherford's. s.
/ ~. =. .u.. - -. 40. ,,,.,,, =,
kAoa p,,.,,,,,,, Ia, w..L ,,.,,as =,
hhScF s,tn,n,or ,or,o rr,dav ard
,,,,a = .-, .. go,
!, .. .,..a.,. .v.n,nu
7 .,I,.,,.t. ,., =, ,'..-'.
|, ~ mlsnt slH, oe interesting 10 'ne reao-
lers ot1ne argus 70 know more Oh tnis
lfewe ss'eS' erou'sr WE Are W
M rrmoqtn; rruit'ano' faye''e ana
[YgnntM Miosa.ssaa s. .. ,..D st 80,
fhere is an funusual acreage of
fA6eAt ~ Hesl as rye and other grain.
I'm the valley snd on the hills. which
lSre especially; adapted to dry farming.
|tnder she pecySnl. shortage of grain
(very ayaiiahlt acre OF ground should
Ibe ppt In. grain. "a, ye SOW; so shalt
|ye reSp,sg f' & iIysyi :,
iii t!t' HcfV. 80 .t' .L 80. III L a.
The Ontario Argus. (Ontario, Or.) 1???-1947, 1915-02-25
The
Corner Drug
- y OlUI y

Juntura. The couple went directly to
their home there but will make an ex-
tended trip to California in the middle,
Of the summer.
The Ontario Argus. (Ontario, Or.) 1???-1947, 1915-02-25

Mrs. Hook. who has been visiting at
weiser for the past few weeks. re-
turned to Ontario Tuesday to visit her
cousin. Mrs. Ray Wilson.