Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1915-06-08

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 or
either side Of the line Of march.
Just at that moment there were
some Of Bronsons citizens who were
i not at all interested in its celebration
of independence day. In the Office OF
Mr.. Graham a little company compos-
ed Of Roland Gregory, Ned Rowland
and Bud McCrea were sitting with
blanched faces.
why didn't you report to us what
he was going to do?" McCrea was
saying angrily to Ned Rowlands.
81 knew nothing about it" the other
replied, in a frightened tone Of voice
81 didn't 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
with emphasis, but he Is in our pow
er. Today we oust him from his place
as editor. 1 will begin action against
him in the courts tomorrow for pay
ment on his notes. You know, they
read payable on demand We will
demand immediate payment, and
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 admins
tration' in regard to reform Of abuses
and a complete list Of all the gambl-
ing places and vice resorts in Bron-
son as we'll as the names Of the own
ers Of the property. 1t was a terrible
exposure.
But it's too late," said McCrea, with
groan. The people will be aroused
to madness by this mass Of stuff, and
they will make a cleanup them
selves"
Mr.. Graham was silent for few
moments and then said confidently:
THE history Of these spasmodic ef-
forts at so-called reform show that
these ebullitions Of popular outcry are
short lived. Let us be patient. With
the Courier in the hands Of a safe
man we will have everything calmed
down by election time"
81 hope so," responded McCrea, but
he shook his head doubtfully.
I'VE must proceed to business
said Mr. Graham. II want to go over
to the park and hear DR.. Rutledge
give his oration. Now we will depose
Nelson right away, and you, Row
lands, 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 a couple Of good, trusty
policemen up to the office at 8
o'clock" said Ned Rowlands. THAT
Englishman is a tough proposition
when he gets excited"
II am glad you suggested that,
said Mr. Graham. Il will see that
you are amply protected as the lawful
editor"
After some further discussion the
little company separated, Mr.. Gra-
ham walking to the large Bronson
park, where the crowds had already
assembled to hear the orator Of the
day.
At the close Of the music Edgar
Prince stepped forward and introduc-
ed Allan Rutledge as the speaker fol
the occasion, making a short compli-
mentary address. Mr.. Graham start
ed as he saw the minister stride to the
front Of the platform, for he noticed
that he held in his hands copy OF
the independence day edition Of the
Courier.
Allan Rutledge proceeded in earnest
tones: 1T is the birthday Of our ma
ton, this glorious nation which Is
Gods last opportunity for the human
race The history Of our country 1:
the history Of the rise, progress ano
victory Of civil and religious liberty
The speaker then eloquently reviewed
the leading events which led up tc
the signing of the Declaration Of In
dependence and the principles fol
which the fathers fought and blet
and died.
The audience was listening with the
| closest attention when suddenly the
| speaker ceased. He stood silent fol
full moment. Every eye rested up
on him, wondering what he meant by
his long pause.
| But Bronson is unworthy Of 6
place in this land consecrated by the
blood Of our heroes" he exclaimed il
thunder tones. why do we celebrate
independence day? We have aban'
doned the principles Of our fathers
and greed, for gain and blasted honor
have now the pre-eminence among
u.s."
| The crowd was thunderstruck. The!
stared at the minister. unable to un
derstand his meaning. He held ou
the copy of the Courier which hat
been in his hand during all his speecl
and shouted louder than ever: "Hav'
you read today's Courier? 1t will tel
you the black story Of our infam,
and shame l we'll know these wilt
enemies Of our country's good canno
stand the light Of day, and you
brave editor Reginald Nelson, ha
turned on the light, and Bronson viii
yet be clean"
At the mention of the editors nam
a mighty cheer went up from th'
crowd.
The reception which was given t
Reginald Nelson's name made MI
Graham scowl darkly as he stood OF
the outskirts Of the crowd. This Il