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The Holly chieftain., 1916-04-21
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man from the uniform he wore. This
might account for the display of force
with which they invested the church
before demanding admission. No doubt
the heavy log walls looked formidable
and mysterious In the moonlight. But,
if they really suspected a garrison
within, why should their line be thus
extended. within easy musket shot of
the windows? The conclusion arrived
at was that Fox made this open display
Of force In the hope of avoiding blood.
shed. He desired to capture instead
OF kill, and wished above all else to
protect Noreen from danger. II we
were alone within the church, escape
was clearly impossible, and the prob
ability strong that no resistance would
be attempted.
The silence, the long wait, got upon
my nerves. could see little, and the
few sounds reaching my ears con-
veyed no information of value What
were those fellows doing? What could
cause their delay? The soldier behind
me was humming softly; foot
scraped on the floor to the right:
caught the soft swish of Noreen's
skirt as she changed position; the
moonbeams glimmered on lifted rife
barrel. there was all about q sup
pressed sound of breathing. Good
Lord! would they never move! What
could they possibly be doing out there?
A half dozen blows rang sharp on
the wood of the outer door. Not a
sound answered from within. although
I could feel the men straighten up and
sense the sharp intake Of breath.
Again the blows crashed. as II struck
by the butt of musket.
open up in there!" roared voice;
80 muffied as to have no familiar
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Little Mistake.

An old gentleman of eighty-four hav-
ing taken to the altar young damsel
OF about fifteen, the clergyman said
to him:
: The font is at the other end of the
church."
What do l want with the font?"
said the old gentleman.
Oh, beg your pardon said the
cleric. Il thought you had brought this
child to be christened."'
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Unusual Celebrity,

A lady who had just received an In
teresting bit of news said to her little
daughter:
Marjorie, dear, auntie has a new
baby, and now mamma is the babys
aunt, papa is the baby's uncle, and you
are her little cousin"
WELL" said Marjorie wonderingly,
wasn't that arranged Quick?"-Bos
ton Transcript.
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CHAPTER xxiv-continued.

-18-
We came to the platform. and felt
our way up the steps 1t was darker
here. yet my eyes. accustomed to the
gloom. caught glimpse Of cro1ching
figures beyond the pulpit. Outside.
sounding some distance away, Kelly's
sharp. penetrating voice shouted an
order. accompanied by an oath. One
Of the kneeling figures rose slowly un-
til his eyes were even with the win
dow sill
Men," said quietly. barely loud
enough to reach their ears. II am
sergeant in the Staunton horse artil.
lery. Your lieutenant has just as
signed me to take command at this
end OF the church. How many are
there Of your"
"Ten, SIR" answered the one near
est. after pause. turning his head
slightly. Three at each window, and
four at the door,"
You have prisoner. l understand"
! He gave muffled sound, as though
sitting an incipient laugh.
"Nuthin' ter worry bout; he's lyin'
over thar in the corner with Jack
Gold a-guardin' of him. l reckon the
cuss likes prayin' better ner fightin'
any day o. ther week."
All right" l dropped my voice to
2 whisper. "Noreen. 1t will give us
an extra fighting man II you will keep
an eye on Nichols. and weTi need
them all. l shall be less a coward II
j believe you out of danger"
"A coward-you! Yes, of course. /
will co."
stepped across the platform, hold
ing her arm.
Gold. the lady will watch the pris.
oaer; you join the others at the door,"
He moved off, evidently glad enough
TO be relieved, and l stood erect where
y could gaze out through the nearby
window into the moonlight night with
out had a moment In which to
think. to gather my scattered wits to.
fsether. to face the situation. Behind
lme the tramp of approaching horse.
lmen sounded along the pike, the eru6
tone of an occasional voice. the clane
OF accoutrements. Then this noise
ceased, as the head Of the cavalry col.
iumn came up to where Cowan and his
men waited. ! could barely make out
lthe murmur Of voices in explanation.
Imufied by the sound of approaching
wheels. signifying the slower advance
iof the guarded wagons. l heard no
lorders given, yet the. moonlight re.
,vealed more numerous figures in the
line stretching across the open space.
"Thar's sojers out thar now, sir"
whispered the man next the window,
lingering his gun nervously, "a slew
OF EN-. Do yer know how many they
eot!"
Only to guess at it-a couple Of
hundred altogether, should say
enough to make 1t interesting"
leaned forward. attracted by the
sight of two figures standing together
In the full CLEAN Of the moon-Cowan
and Raymond. So they were to COM
mand the rear attack. while Fox and
the infantryman remained out in
front
Have you counted the fellows out
there?" asked.
Bout fifty. near as kin make out; 4
they're movin' round some. an the
light is damned bad"
Then the main body is still in front,
and that is where the fight will likely
begin. Pass the word no firing until
you get the order"
stepped back. whispering a word
to Noreen as passed. and took place
beside the pulpit. where l could see
and hear something Of what was about
to transpire.
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Verbose.

Did De Boore have anything to say
when the toastmaster called on him
at the banquet?"
NO. and 1t took him nearly an hour
70 say it."
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as possible. The dead man was laid
out on one of the benches. and then
the three selected for that duty were
sent to Join the lieutenant. This de.
pletion OF force left me window to
defend alone against the second at.
tack, the opening to the left of the
pulpit, next to the corner in which lay
the wounded men and the prisoner.
As crossed the platform and took
my place, Noreen arose from beside
one Of the bodies and her hands
grasped my arm.
"The soldier who was shot in the
chest" she said, her voice trembling,
"he-he tried to tell me something. /
tore my skirt and bound it up, but
there was no water. IL wish he
wouldn't groan So"
Her face, white In the moe Might
was uplifted; l. even thought I could
see the CLINT Of tears in the eyes. Sud
denly great wave Of sympa thy, OF
regret, seemed to sweep over rne, and
leaned the carbine against the wall
and clasped both her hands ia mine
I'VE grow accustomed to groans in
war" said swiftly. but what unmans
me is your being here exposed to all
this danger"
"Oh, no one will hurt me; l am not
afraid for myself-truly I am not. Cap.
tain Fox would never permit them to
harm me-"
cTo BE CONTINUED,
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
EASTERN STAR. CARD PARTY.

The Eastern Star Chapter enter tained at delightful card party last night at Masonic Hall. Mf. and Mrs. Milson Dobbs and MT. and Mrs. Chas. Deppe were the enter tainment committee, and are tu be congratulated on it's pleasing suc- cess.
 The game was Progressive Whist with seven tables in play. The prizes were awarded as follows: La- dies first prize, Miss Elaine Hunt tied with Mrs. Reynolds, Miss Hunt winning by cutting high. Gentle mems first prize, James Miller and MT. Forest J. Hunt tied, won by MT. Hunt at cut of cards. Ladies' consolation, the score was the same for Mrs. Pruell and Miss Amy Hunt, the latter winning by a high cut MT. Fremont King won the gentlemen's booby, and declared that he positively refused to cut with Mrs. F. J. Hunt as the Hunt family had taken quite enough all ready. Music and dainty refresh ments brought the evening to a close, all having enjoyed themselves thoroughly.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
STRICTLY FRESH RANCH EGGS 30 CENTS A DOZEN AT CAN NON'S BAKERY AND GROCERY.
THE GRAND PLAY PORTRAYED BY BEAUTIFUL ACTRESS
 JANE COWL.

One of the most beautiful actress es of the day will be seen for the last time tonight. The Broadway Universal feature company carries for it's slogan "When the Universal does it, it's huge; When the Uni versal says, it, it's true" You have but to see "The Garden of Lies" to agree with them. You remember "Tess of the Storm Country" that was shown at the Grand few months back, and pronounced the best picture that was ever shown in this town. The beautiful Jane Cowl in "The Garden of Lies" stands equally as we'll as the former pie ture.
 Seeing is believing, so see this picture and judge for yourself. A straight show Thursday night and "Black Box" Friday. (Adv.)
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
HAS AN ANTI-ZEPPELIN
 BULLETIN.

After many montsh' experiment. ing, J. A. Sambrook of Ellesmore Port, England, has invented bull leti which travels at a tremendous velocity and emits a trail of sparks, which, he asserts, will pass thru a Zeppelin like comet thru space and instantly blow it up.
 The invention consists of an ordin- ary-sized bullet charged with a spec ial preparation which ignites with its passage thru the air.
 The bullet can be fired from an ordinary rifle, and is easily adapt able to aircraft and machine guns.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
NEW RULES
 TAKE EFFECT AFFECTING ALIENS OF ALL GLASSES WHO MUST
 REGISTER.
ON THEIR ARRIVAL
Will Be Permitted To Land Only At Certain Named British
 Ports.

LONDON, March 15.-The new regulations promulgated some time ago by the department of war affect ing the landing of friendly aliens of all classes, went into effect to- day.
 The regulations provide that friendly Americans as we'll as other aliens may enter the country only at certain specified ports of entry, and that they must register on their arrival on the British soil.
 The regulations have been promul- gated to prevent agitators, spies and others from landing and carrying On their occupations.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
READY TO GROSS
 |NIO MEXICO.
GENERAL FUNSTON SAYS YOU MAY GO WHENEVER
 PREPARED.
pERSHING TO START
Today Wisl T. irty- Five Hundred Men We'll Equipped For
 The Trip.

SAN ANTONIO, March 15.-Ma- jor General Funston said today when he was asked now soon he expected to send out the first expedition af- ter the bandits, that he had given the order to Brigadier General J. J. Pershing, who is to take the lead in the hunt from Columbus, that he might go whenever he was ready.
 A dispatch from Columbus states that the General was waiting for the order and that everything was in readiness for the trip. From that, it is inferred that the first expedition will start sometime to- day and that others will follow shortly.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
PREMIER ASQUISH
 SAT UPTON HEAVILY
THE NEW MEMBER MAKES HIS MAIDEN SPEECH AND A
 SUGGESTION.

LONDON, March 15.-Noel Pemb- erton, the newly seated member of the House of Commons, made his maiden speech yesterday and in we'll chosen terms gave the Premier a -rcture that found many supporters He upraided the heads of the diff ferent departments and said in parr ;rat negligence was clearly visible. That in view of the fact that the enemy was taking to warfare by air crafts, the same weapons should be used in retaliation. "What does Great Britain want to do with the hundreds of aircrafts lying idle, waiting" He said that the Pre- inier's policy to wait had about ruin ed the country, and that it was time to take action.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
A HUG AND A KISS MAY
 COST HIM SOMETHING

SALT LAKE CITY, March 13.- David Mattson, secretary of state of Utah and acting governor in the temporary absence of Gov. Spry, was sued for s5,000 damages today by Mrs. Irene Q. Quinting of Salt Lake City, who allages that Mattson hugged and kissed her against her gill and wishes Jan. 1, 1916.
 Mattson has issued a formal public statement asserting that the suit was brought as part of an effort to force 2 clement of claim for personal injuries suffered sev- eral months ago by Mrs. Quinting through fall when she was em- ployed as waitress at a cafe in which Mattson was interested.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
LEAVING FOR THE SOUTH.

Mrs. Spencer VanZandt, and Miss Loma VanZandt, wife and daughter of the local manager for Carsten's Pkg. Co.,, are to leave tonight on the Steamer Alaska for the south, where an extended visit will be made in their old home town Bell ingham,y and other Puget Sound cities. The trip is made to place Miss VanZandt in a private school where she will specialize in music, instrumental and vocal, in which she is naturally gifted.
 Mrs. VanZandt will probably re- turn in a month or so. All good wishes for a bon voyage follow them.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
THE VIOLENCE OF
 ATTACK REDOUBLED
COMMANDMENT OF FRENCH POSITION BEGINS WITH
 KAISER PRESENT.

PARIS, March 15.--A report just received says that the attack on Verdun has begun by the lombard ment of the French position in a most violent manner. The attack is directed at the French from the northwest and is double in vigor III comparison with the previous ones.
 The same report adds that the Kaiser has returned to the front and was directing the action of the army in person. Although, this re- port is discredited by officials who claim that the Kaiser is still in Berlin.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
BRANDEIS FINDS
 MUCH OPPOSITION
MEN OF HIGH STANDING HAVE PROTESTED AGAINST HIS
 APPOINTMENT.

WASHINGTON, D. C., March 10.
 Among those who are opposing Louisy Brandeis' appointment to the supreme court bench are seven form CT presidents of the American Bar, including Taft, Root and Choate.
 Brandeis' supporters are said to have almost given up hope of hav- ing his appointment confirmed by the senate. There are some who believe that the President will soon withdraw Brandeis' name and sub stitute another who may meet with the approval of the senate.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
PURSUERS OF
 VILLA LEAVE
COLONEL GEORGE DODD WILL HEAD THE FIRST
 EXPEDITION.

FL PASo, March 15.-The first expedition in command of Colonel George Dodd-contrary to expection left this morning and crossed the border into Mexico on their perillous errand of bandit-hunting.
 Brigadier General J. J. Pershing, at the last moment received an or der from Major General Funston to remain at Columbus until further arrangements for the dispatch of other troops are made.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
COMMISSION PURCHASES
 TUGS FOR ALASKA

PORTLAND, March 15.-It has just been learned that the Alaska Engineering Commission had pur- chased two tugs here to assist in the work of towing vessels with supplies for the government rail road now under construction. The Anna W. was purchased from the Horsford Transportation Co. for S20,000 and the L. Roscoe from the Clyde Water Mill company for $21,- 900. They have been ordered to proceed to Anchorage, Alaska.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
VARDAMAN LET'S FLY
 AT THE PRESIDENT


 WASHINGTON, March 15.-The attack of Senator Vardaman, demo- crat, on President Wilson in the senate last Saturday, has drawn no reply from the Presidents friends up to today. In his attack Vardaman declared that recent votes in the senate and house were not votes of confidence in the President, but votes of obedience to meet the exigencies of party politics" Con- tinuing, the Senator said in part: "The President has written some good books, but l do not think he has corner on all the wisdom in the universe"
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U. s. AUTHORITIES
 SEIZE CARTRIDGES
HALF A MILLION CONSIGNED TO ONE OF VILLAS
 GENERALS.

DOUGLAS, March 15.-It leaked out this morning that half a million cartridges consigned to General Gales, one of Villas generals, was seized yesterday by the United States soldiers on board a train at the border. It is said that the au- thorities will endeavor to trace the source. With that end in view, special officer has been detailed for the work.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
WILL TAKE FIVE YEARS
 TO CLEAN UP MEXICO

NEW YORK, March 15.-Colonel Glenn, in command of the depart ment of the East is of the opinion that it will take at least five years to clean and pacify Mexico. He ssid that the first thing to do WI! be to apprehend every trou )Ie breeder, and the second will be to educate the Mexicans to live in peace under a stable form of gov ernment. "A big task" said the Colonel.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
HARD FOUGHT GAME.

The Single Fellows quintet of basket tossers won victory, when they defeated the Married Men last night in hard fought battle on 19. The game was fast and inter- esting as the score indicates, and makes them even. The championship game will be played next Wednes- day night for an oyster supper. Don't forget the date as this prom ises to be the event of events.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
HOUSE PASSES
 RESOLUTION
THE PRESIDENT TO INCREASE ARMY TO
 FULL STRENGTH.
SENATE WILL CONCUR
Carranza Will Make Supreme
 Effort To Capture Villa First.

WASHINGTON, March 15.-With only one vote against, the house passed joint resolution yesterday authorizing the President to in- crease the army to it's full strength. It is the belief of most of the rep resentatives that the senate will concur today.
 Officials here are agreed that Carranza will make supreme eff fort to capture Villa first and beat the United States troops in their attempt. Although it is conceded that General Funston has the best chance.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
MEDIATION COMMISSION
 LEAVES SEATTLE TODAY

SEATTLE, March 15.-The medi- ation commission appointed by Sec retary Lane, and composed of three members, leave today on the Ad- miral Watson for Anchorage to set tie the strike inaugurated some four weeks ago
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
THE SAPPHIRE, FAST AND
 CONTIGUOUS.

Jack Rounsefell, the intrepid skip per of the fast and commodious Sa- phire, was host to party of friends whi visited with the teaching staff at Metlakatla from Saturday until Sunday evening, and contrary to all previous records the Sapphire went and came without a hitch. Those who enjoyed the trip and visit were: Mir. and Mrs. Gordon Shuck, Mrs. Geo. Drake, Miss Nelly Orchard, Miss Kathleen Rounsefell, Harry Rounsefell and the genial skipper himself.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
ACQUIRES ANOTHER POPULAR
 EATING PLACE.

Mrs. Recth, the popular hostess of the popular Stedman Cafe has acquired another eating place, and under her efficient management, will conduct both places for a time at least. The we'll and long patron ized Eagle Restaurant, under Mrs. Recth's management opened for busi- ness this morning with new help, and from now on, the accommodat- ing hostess will be pleased to cater to the public in her usual good manner. (Adv.)
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
CAUCUS

A caucus of the electors of the City of Ketchikan is hereby called for Friday, March 17th, 1916, at 8 o'clock p. m., at the Council Cham bers on Main Street, to nominate candidates for the office of Mayor for the term of one year; and six councilmen for the terms of two years; and one Treasurer of U
 School Board for the term of three years, to be elected at the general City Election to be held April 4th, 1916. s. A. PLUMLEY,
 (Adv.) City Clerk.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
CUMMINGS IS FAVORED
 AT PRIMARY ELECTION

ST. PAUL, March 15.-At the state primary election for preferent- ial candidate for the presidency at the coming national election, Sen ator Cummings received the honor by vote of six to one, according to reports from most of the precincts, and while several precincts have not been heard from, complete return cannot possibly change the result materially.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
WAR
 0N PORTUGAL
AND WILL CALL ALL MARRIED MEN TO JOIN THE COLORS
 IMMEDIATELY.
FELT
Officials Are of The Opinion That The Present Policy Will
 Be Changed.

LONDON, March 15. - A report from Vienna sent out by corres- pendent of the Times and published this morning says that Austria would formally declare war against Portugal today. The report further says that every married man un- der forty, will be called to the colors immediately. This, it is said is meeting with undisguised dis satisfaction, and may force the gov ernment to adopt a different policy.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
MEXICAN PAPER SEIZED.

FL PASO, March 15.-An inflam- matory edition of a Carranista newspaper, calling upon all Mexican factions to unite against the Unit ed States, appeared today on the street, but was soon suppressed by the police who arrested the editor.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15

WASHINGTON, March 15.-It is reported that wages all throughout the country will be increased ma terially due to the shortage of men and the increase price of pro- ducts.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
BERLIN ANNOUNCES
 CONSIDERABLE GAIN

BERLIN, March 15.-The war of flee today announced that the army at Verdun had made another step forward and gained considerable ground.
 The Reishstag re-assembled today and will discuss the revenue bill pending.
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that America should come at once formally into the fray.
 "For the present America prob- ably thinks she can do better for the world by keeping out of the war, even at a considerable sacrifice of pride and self-esteem. But the time will come-it is fast approach ing-when her intervention may be Europe's only means, not only of ending the war, but of attaining a tolerable and durable peace."
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
LOSSES AT VERDUN
 CAUSE GERMANS TO RIOT

AMSTERDAM, March 15 - The Daily Telegraaf says it has re- ceived a report to the effect that serious rioting had occurred at Cologne i nconsequence of heavy losses of German troops at Yer dun. The seriousness was shown by the fact that artillery was placed in the streets to overawe the crowds of rioters.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
PLEASURE FOR ALL.

Don't forget the big Eagles dance Friday night, March 17th in the Redmen Hall. The Eagles are pre- pairing for it and promise a splen- did time for one and all. Admission 50 cents. .***
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
COL. RoJOs KILLED.

MARTA, Tex, March 15.--Col. Rojos, Carranza's commander at Ojinaga, is reported to have been killed yhis men who attempted to mutiny.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15

CHICAGO, March 15.-A rush or der for five aeroplanes was receiv- ed here this morning from one of Carranza's agents. They are to be used to locate Villa and his gang.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
MOVEMENT OF BOATS.

Northbound Due Here. Spokane Thursday morning.
 To Leave Seattle. Odn1iral Watson the 18th. Al-Ki the 18th. Admiral Evans the 18th.
 Southbound Due Here. The Alaska tonight. The Jefferson Thursday. We sell Seattle brewed "BOCK BEER" at the Seattle Bar. adv.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
CUT FLOWERS.

A shipment of cut flowers arriv- ed on the Northwestern for Kubley's. Get your order in early for St. Patrick's day. (Adv.)
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-03-15
JUST ARRIVED.

Come and see the complete line of untrimmed shapes at Washburn's Millinery Store. At
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