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Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1916-03-02
STREET LOST TO HISTORY
Main rhoroushfare Of Arras Reduced
to Utter Ruin by Guns OF
German Invaders.

To the right Of the town hall OF
Arras. looking at II from the rear. we
saw a curving double row of mounds
of brick, stone and refuse. Under
stand-these had no resemblance to
houses; they had no resemblance to
anything whatever except mounds OF
brick, stone and refuse. The sight OF
them acutely tickled my curiosity.
what is this?"
1T is the principal business street
in Arras."
The mind could picture 1t at once
one of those narrow, winding streets
which in ancient cities perpetuate the
most ancient habits of the citizens,
maintaining their commercial pre-
eminence in the face Of all town plan
ming; street full Of jewellers shops
and ornamented women. and correct
ness and the triumph OF correctness:
street Of the best shops. Of high
rents. Of famous names. OF picturesque
signs; a street whore the wheels OF
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1916-03-02

cause of confidence in my loyalty. +
was the daughter of an officer on
General Ramsay's staff. could not
let those men think me traitor. IL
had to tell them why it had become
my duty to aid you. There was no
other possible way; no other reason
which would justify me In such an
act; but-but that confession left me
utterly in your power"
"In my power, Noreen! Surely you
do not think that / will ever take
advantage; that / will ever miscon-
strue your real purpose?"
mo! but will you live up to the OBJ
legation? oh, you do not see the stu
alton at all! When l said you were
my husband I threw myself on your
protection. IL burned the boats
am all alone now, unless-unless you
stand by me. My father is dead;
there is not one person anywhere to
whom | can CO. II | remain here
shall be placed under arrest before
daylight-charged with aiding your
escape; perhaps charged with aiding
you in your work-and l have no
friends, no defense. Tom, must 60
on with you'll"
/ could not ignore her plea, nor
would | misconstrue it. 1t was fear
which thus drove her to me; she had
more confidence in my kindness than
in their justice-that was the whole
story. The poor girl was so fright
ened she had chosen blindly-she
could perceive nothing, realize moth
ing, except the necessity for immedi-
ate escape. My own resolve was in
slant.
do not say any more, Noreen."
said soberly, but making no attempt
to touch her. 81 understand now. You
mean you wish to ride with me? You
trust me fully?"
81 trust you; is not that enough?
All ask now is, do not leave me here
alone"
Her fingers clasped my coat, her
eyes suddenly lifted to my face.
Promise me that, Tom." she begged
brokenly. ut will be all ask"
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1916-03-02

nifty and simplicity about the frugal
but adequate way of living. that EN-.
phasfzes the vulgarity of extravaganza
and the. childish folly of pretended
opulence. There is SAVIOR of gentility
about the practice of saving part OF
ones earnings that leads to its own
quiet romance. and life itself takes on
calmer. cleaner. sweeter value II we
conserve and cherish at least Q por-
ton OF its daily offerings
Sensibly regarded. there is nothing
sordid about the habit of frugality;
but there is a'sQualor and slovenli.
ness about the wastage Of time and
the squandering Of money that 10 as
unromantic as any phase Of the
thoughtlessly selfish living. And there
is. too. q gently humanizing influence
about the habit of saving that makes
for modesty. industry and sympathy
those quiet. homely agencies that 60
furthest to stabilize and sweeten life.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1916-03-02
IL CO0y/oIGHT
A.cHcZURC GCO
SYNOPSIS.

Confederate Sergeant Wyatt Is sent
as a spy to his native county on the
Green Briar. He meets a mouLtaineer
Lamed Jem Taylor At house beyond
Hot Springs they meet Major HAYWOOD.
Taylor murders HARDWOOD and escapes.
Wyatt changes to u. s. uniform, escapes
TO the Green Briar country and goes to
daIwood's home. where he finds Noreen
HARDWOOD. He introduces himself as Lieu
tenant Raymond. Parson Nichols comes
to the house and Wyatt forces him TO
OF Anse Cowan. who proposes TO marry
iNoreen at once. and so quiet title TO the
land Ia dispute between the CowaEs and
,Noreen's dead father. Anse Cowan and
his gang arrive. wyatt tells Noreen who
Die is. They force the preacher to silence
Unable to escape while the gang is on
the first floor and around the house,
Wyatt proposes to marry Noreen and
protect her from Cowan. She accepts and
Wyatt forces the preacher 10 marry
them. Governs gang is driven off by
the real Lieutenant Raymond. Wyatt is
trapped. though Noreen attempts to de-
fend him. Wyatt is taken to Lewisburg
flor trial as a spy. The camp comman-
idapt and Captain Fox visit Wyatt in his
lceli in the courthouse basement. He re-
fuses demency in return for information.
and uses his boyhood's knowledge of the
building to escape to the attic and thence
to the sheriff's office by means of dis
used. cld-fashioned chimney He washes
of the SCOT and changes clothes In the
lsurprises Raymond and the camp COM
fnandant. holds them up. and With the
assistance OF Noreen. gets out of the
cOurth0uSe
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1916-03-02
CHAPTER Xxx.
A Step Nearer,


'"The stables?" ] asked. What
horses are there?"
Officers mounts; but there were
several others tied at the hitch rail
an hour ago. They appeared to be
good stock; better even than the gov
eminent horses"
/ could perceive them dimly, from
where we skulked in the shadow Of
the building. took step or two
forward, circling the house, so as to
better approach the animals along the
shadow of an orchard fence. | knew
she followed close at my heels and,
turning. got glimpse of her fright
ened face.
There is no reason why you should
worry" said softly, taking her hands
in mine. Now listen to me; your
nerves are all unstrung; this nights
work has been too much for you
too much for any girl. And God
knows you have done enough for me
already. Where are you stopping
Here at the hotel?"
Yves"
Then slip inside while there is no
one hanging around; and get safely to
your own room. There is nothing
more you can do. will take one of
those horses yonder and be off, and I
know the country well enough to find
my way. Once In the mountains I
shall be safe. You will do as / say ?"
To my surprise. she looked straight
into my face, standing motionless. She
seemed to catch her breath, as though
1t was difficult to speak.
You mean that-that l am to go
to my room?" she asked slowly.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1916-03-02

After studying the displays CT ready
made clothing for little boys and girls
one is inclined to think that 1t is a
waste of time and energy for the busy
mother to undertake the making of
it at home. In the little suits and
dresses, rompers, and aprons shown,
the styles are good, the materials ex-
cellent and the workmanship satisfac-
tory. The prices are better than rea-
sonable; they are low. There is econ.
omy in making fine dresses, on which
hand embroidery and hand sewing are
used, but for garments that are to be
worn day in and out, the manufacturer
has met all requirements, including
low prices.
One Of the prettiest of the new wash
suits for the small boy is shown at
the left of the picture above. 1t is a
model in medium dark shade OF brown
with collar and belt in brown and
white stripe. The cuffs are piped
with the striped material White bone
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1916-03-02
FRUGALlTY HAS ITS ROMANCE
u IL to BE Found In the Practice Of
Saving Some Part Of Ones
Earnings.

There Is an injurious idea prevalent
among young Americans that pru
dence. economy. caution and frugality
are among the mean qualities. and this
accounts largely for the meretricious
pride of spending time and money.
Just a. 1t partly explains the popular
~ Of 20 many amiable wastrels. A
good fellow" may be not self con-
demned fool. but he cannot discredit
the truism that fool and his money
are soon parted. says the Minneapolis
Journal.
Many Of what we have come to call
warts" are desires of the magma.
ton, OF of vanity or of self indulgence
We have drifted into confusion OF
the meaning and value Of happiness as
contrasted with pleasure. and are
prone to accept ostentation In lieu of
the fact and substance of thrift. The
ways of thrift are different from the
ways of parsiuony.
:T1ii,a IN admirable quality Of dig.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1916-03-02
G.A. 2nmAz
CoIored Face Wells.

The popular veil is either large OF
small hexagon mesh net, run with
heavy silk in the same color or with
a pattern worked in chainstitch, in
vine or in scattered leaf design. The
leading colors are bright purple. EN-.
erald green, French blue, petunia, gray
and light golden brown. The draped
veil of net, embroidered en- the edges.
will. be worn over hats of cJlored
straw in the early spring.
And many a man lends hand 6nly
when 1t 10 empty.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1916-03-02
G!lep[D MIST
a LALf OF CIVIL STRIFE Y.
MoRANDALL PARRISH ~
H slls3!7E z6LcDpHoDE5

| my hand touching her arm. The in
fantry camp lay between US and the
road. The campfire in front yielded
just enough light to enable me to
study out our surroundings. The band
still played noisily in the courtroom
above. The camp was quiet. the sol.
diers apparently sleeping on the
ground. could perceive only few
tents, showing white in the freight,
but the figures of sentries appeared
here and there. slowly pacing their
beats. Had been alone | should have
crept forward and endeavored to slip
by unseen, but / was conscious of the
hand which grasped my sleeve, and
my eyes fell to her face.
You are my guide tonight" whis-
pered softly. Have you some plan
already devised? There must be in
slant action"
Hardly that; this has all occurred
so quickly, so Unexpectedly, have
had no time in which to think. Isn't
it lest to go straight ahead, and run
the CHANGER"
Past the guard yonder?"
Yes; l am not greatly afraid OF
him! We have the word, and Captain
Fox and / were together when
passed here before. He will remem
Der me, and have no suspicion. Only
there may be officers sitting on the
veranda of the hotel"
1T looks dark and deserted from
here. and the hour is late"
True; suppose all who are no,
on duty are at the dance. Besides
there Is no other way In which you
can attain the stables. IL am ready
to try fare you?"
answered with the pressure OF my
hand on the fingers clasping my
sleeve. There was no response; mel
Their were they withdrawn. She drew
a long breath, and stepped bravely
forward. The way was clear. easily
followed even in the darkness, and
walked close beside her. Within 6
few yards of the fellow she gave ven
to a little ripple Of laughter. barely
enough to attract attention, and agair
slipped her hand into the support O
my arm. The soldier stood at atten
ton, but made no effort whatever Il
bar our progress.
We strolled on slowly. passing di
rectly beneath the glare of the lamp
We attempted to talk, but retain ne
memory of single word that wa.
uttered. My heart was beating like
an engine, and my throat was dry, the
fingers of one hand gripping the but
of revolver in my belt. / was dimly
aware Of the tremor in her voice. the
pressing closer to me of her slender
figure. We passed out beyond the
glow of, the revealing light, to where
our eyes were able to sweep the dark
ened porch. There were dozen chairs
standing back of the rail. but none
were occupied. She gave little sol
of relief, both hands nervously grasp
| ing my sleeve.
Thank God!" she said fervently
now if we only have five minutes
| morei"
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1916-03-02

Certainly; that will be the safest
and best thing for you to do. can
not tell you how grateful am to
you; nothing can ever do will repay
the service you have rendered me.
You are wonderfully brave girl"
do you think so? Oh. but l am
neither brave nor wonderful ! have
scarcely known what ] was doing; 1t
didn't seem as If there was anything
else | could do. But l know now;
have no doubt any moreJ-unless-
unless you refuse to let me-"
Il refuse! | do not understand what
/ could refuse. All that remains is for
you to go to your roou. You will be
perfectly safe here"
How will | be safe here?" she
asked Indignantly. DO you suppose
they will spare me, merely because
am woman? This has not been done
in secret; there are too many who
know my part in your escape to ever
keep the truth hidden. Colonel Pick
ney will have to make his report and
shield himself from blame. There is
not an officer here who will stand
openly in my defense, unless 1t be
Captain Fox, and he could not help
me. Is it under such conditions you
desire ] remain here?"
But do you realize what going with
me will inevitably mean?"
Yes, ! realize-not only the peril
and hardship. but every issue involved.
| made my choice back in the court
house 1t is too late to withdraw"
She paused as though unable to find
expression, breathing heavily, and her
face sank until could no longer see
her eyes.
"When-when | told Colonel Pick
ney that--that you we're my husband"
she faltered, driven to it by my con-
tinued silence, 81 spoke hastily, 1t is
true; for my only thought just then
was the necessity for saving your life.
l felt that--that l could do no less,
and--and desired to justify my &C
ton. They-they had to know why |
did 1t; do you not understand? IL
am Union woman; they have trust
ed me always, these men; even to-
night they told me the countersign be-
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traffic were continually interlocking-
but street which would not under
any consideration have widened itself
by single foot, because it's narrow
ness was part of it's prestige. Well,
German gunnery has brought that
street to an end past all resuscitation.
1t may be rebuilt-it will never be the
same street.
What's the name of the street,"
asked
None of the officers in tho party
could recall the name Of the principal
business street in Arras, and there
was no citizen within hail. The very
name had gone. like the forms Of the
houses. ! have since searched for It
in guides. encyclopedias and plans;
but 1t has escaped me-withdrawn and
lost. for me. in the depths of history
Arnold Bennett, in Saturday Evening
Post.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1916-03-02
CHAPTER xix-contlnued.

THE spy you fellows planned to
hang ia the morning." answered.
amused by his unexpected good hu-
mora Sorry. Jack. bit Ill have to
gag YEA"
"The pleasure u mine; don't men.
tioA It." and ~ winked facetiously,
with nod ~ his head toward the
heavily breathing colonel. l bound a
bit Of r1g over his mouth, more to
give hlra an excuse for silence than
because had any fear he would raise
an alarm. Noreen had silently opened
the door. and slipped out into the cor.
rider. With swift glance over the
thrrc helpless men left behind. I
bolned her, and tightly closed the door,
The Night of the distant lamp revealed
her face. but her eyes were serious.
Better leave the musket leaning
against the WALL" whispered, noting
she sim grasped the weapon. 1T will
only arouse suspicion. There are two
guards at the front entrance?"
"Yes." she answered swiftly, "and
Hoa had better give the word. II they
stop you and ask any questions. give
then any name you please-only you
came with dispatches from General
Ramsay two hours ago, and have been
with Colonel Pickney ever since. It
lie less than an hour since the guard
WAS relieved, for Captain Fox left me
Il in order to make the rounds, and
these men will not know. You under
(stand?"
Perfectly. And the countersign?"
"Kanawha."
! hesitated. and her eyes flashed
into mine.
II will go also" she said simply,
"for can guide you through the camp.
Draw the cap visor lower down over
your eyes-we may meet with some
one who saw you brought in as a pris-
oner. That is better; now we will
chat as we go-about-about West
Point. Do you remember, lieutenant,
that last cadet dance? Captain Fox
tells me-"
We turned the corner into the wide
entrance hall. strolling slowly side by
side, her face turned upward to mine.
Apparently my eyes were upon her,
and made some inane response to
her words. yet saw the sentries at
the door come stiffly to attention, and
then cross their musket barrels to bar
our exit. ! halted as though in sur
prise.
HAra thara n M va,,, ordor, oo o.,,oa
An tone OF authority. you remember
passing us in. do you not?"
I'VE passed the lady. sir" the
older man answered respectfully. "but
no officer"
"Ah. yes, see; you are not the
same men who were on guard when
arrived. I am Lieutenant Mann. of
General Ramsay's staff, and have been
with Colonel Pickney. The lady will
,vouch for me-"
Yes. sir" yet with lingering doubt
"a his voice. mo doubt it is all right.
sir; but the orders are very strict
tonight. II you have not the word
shall have to call the sergeant"
"Quite right, my man; but that Is
mot necessary" and l took step
nearer and bent my head. Kama.
vha."
The two men shouldered their mus
lkets. and the older one brought his
hand up In salute.
"Pass, SIR" he said soberly, and
stood aside. We went down the broad
steps. dimly lighted by a distant fire.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1916-03-02
Wanted to Know.

Helen was very inquisitive child,
who greatly annoyed her father each
evening with endless questions, while
he tried to read the newspaper. One
evening. among other things, she de-
mandod:
Papa, what do you do at the Office
all day."
Exasperated at her persistence, he
answered, briefly: "Oh, nothing!"
Helen was silent a moment. then
asked:
But how do you know when you're
done?"
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1916-03-02
Sure of One Thing.

The Town Council of a thriving
Scotch burg recently acquired piano
for their town hall. and appointed
three of their number to inspect and
report on the purchase. The coun-
cilors were not musical experts. but
one-a Understanding down and ap.
plying his eye to the several corners
Of the instrument, remarked: I'm
nae Judge o. music. but I'll warrant ys
a. the boards are plumb"
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1916-03-02
Iona Gloves Preferred.

Smart women are wearing the
gloves with a long wrist, which is
brought up cufflike over the sleeve.
White is the preferred color, but gray
and delicate tan and also dark blue
are seen.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1916-03-02
CLEANSE THE PORES
or Your Skin and Make II Fresh and
Clear by Using Cuticura. Trial Free.

When suffering from pimples, black.
heads, redness or roughness, smear
the skin with Cuticura Ointment.
Then wash off with Cutlcura Soap and
hot water. These super-creamy emol-
lients do much for the skin because
they prevent pore clcgging.
Free sample each by mail with Book.
Address postcard, Cuticura, Dept. L,
Boston. Sold everywhere.-Adv.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1916-03-02

Animal Procession at Birthday Party.
Dip the feet of animal cookies in
stiff frosting and stand on fiat waters.
These make an interesting procession
to march round a birthday cake at a
children's party-Good Housekeeping
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1916-03-02
Uncle Eben.

you gotter lose patience" said
Uncle Eben, "wif de man dat hunts
you up an axes you fob advice simply
because he's lonesome an wants to
hear conversation"
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1916-03-02
Pleasures and Pains Of Power.

To know the pains Of power we
must go to those who have 1t; to know
It's pleasures we must go to those who
are seeking It. The pains of power
are real. Its pleasures Imaginary
Z. c. Cation.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1916-03-02

buttons fasten the short coat down the
front, and machine stitching figures in
it's neat finish. Heavy linen and cot
ton materials are used for suits of
this kind, and they are made in blue,
brown, unbleached linen, and white.
An everyday dress for the little
girl, shown at the right of the picture,
is of checked Bingham, finished with
bands of plain chambray. A real peck
ct is set in, stayed with band at
the top, and belt extends across the
back, buttoning at one side. Any num-
Der of similar dresses are shown, and
the variations in trimming and color
combinations attest to the resourceful-
ness of their makers. They are neatly
made. and will pass without criticism,
even when judged by the standards of
the capable needlewoman.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1916-03-02
HostIllties BREWING.

That brokers' wife looked very
black at him when she told him to
get ready to come home"
Yes; looked rather like her pre-.
pairing to place some war orders"
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1916-04-07

San Antonio, Apr. 4-More than 30
Of Villas men were killed in a fight
Saturday between detachments OF
the Tenth cavalry and maraudlng
bandits at Aqua Prleta, twenty miles
southeast of Bachlnaya, according to
a report from General Porshing re-
celved today.
Colonel Brown in his report to
General Pershing did not mention the
American losses. He said that his
squadron encountered the band Sat
urday. Natives coming from Chlhua
hua stated that Brown had surprised
Villas men about noon while their
horses were grazing. These natives
also were authority for the statement
that thirty or forty of Villas men
were killed. and that the same num-
Der OF horses were captured. Their
statements, however. General PERISH
Ing said lacked confirmation. lie
added that he had not had further
details from Colonel Brown.
Eel Paso. Apr. 4-Rellable reports
reached here this afternoon that
American troops had engaged the
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1916-04-07

Villlstas at Bachlnaba. twenty-five
miles northeast Of Guerrero. No detail
of the lighting has reached here yet.
Torroon, Mex. Apr Gen, Canuto
Reyes, commanding the villa forces
In this locality has sent a letter to
General Treyino, Carraanza COM
mander, offering to surrender with
all his force II given amnesty. Car
rama officials here doubted the sin
certify Of the cTer and said II might
be ruse to gain time for villa. This
information was given out today by
General Troylno.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1916-04-07
HONOR ROLL SNYDER PUB
Lie SCHOOLS. 7th. MONTH

Grammar School. Central Building
Seventh Grade; Minis Vera Heath,
Teacher; Hazel Payne o4,slbyl In
gram 90, Theresa Cotton 90, Nell
Higgins 90. Lois Sears 81, Bess
Johnston92. Ben Robinson 90, Zula
cruIckshank 92, Julia York 81, Vera
Stokes %, Morris Watson 90.
Sixth Grade; Mrs. Ralston, Teach
er; Dorothy Chambless 81. Violet
Grayum 92, Leila lsaacs 92, Mavls
Pope 90, Eva strayhorn 02, Georgia
Winston 92. g. D. Clark %, Taur-
ance Dantzler 92,
Sixth and Fifth Grades. Miss veda
Maxwell, Teacher: Jewel Fowler Of.
Louella Walter 90. Matte Jones 92,
Herbert Lee Of. Erma Taylor 81.
Lille Mae Atwood 92. Era MELON
aid 80.
Fifth and Fourth Grades: Miss
Hull, Teacher; Willie Marie Turner
90, Ellen Pratt o., Johnnie Cook 90,
Merrel Blakely 90. Thelma wennln-
ger 90. Mamie Douglass 95. Margle
Louder o., Mary strayhorn o., Byr-
die Louise Dantzler 9s. Arvllle
Blackard %, Edna Howell %, Louie
Vaughan 90, Marguerite Riley o.
Clyde Fowler %. Clara Mae Couch 90
Louis Mcconnell 95, odell Head %.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1916-04-07

THE OWL.

Jules HJrch of Houston has hled
m oil lease on the San Jaclnto battle
ground and proposes to promote a
personal get-rlch scheme on State
property. His attorneys say there may
be objection raised but II will avail
nothing, since the law gives a citizen
the right to file mineral leases on
State lands. That Is another case Of
half baked legislation.