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Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15
PRESS AGENT STILL ON JOB
ON FAMOUS HELMS CASE

ATLANTA, Ca, June 15.-In front O..
the postoffice in East Point. an Atlanta
suburb, where ne visited Mrs. Eioise
helms Dennis when she was employed
there, Victor K. Innes is now toiling
as a convict in stripes, member of 4
road gang paving the street
East Point people who remember the
visits to Mrs. Dennis by mysteriou5
stranger with black hair and black
moustache and black eyes stop on the
street and rivet their gaze on tn
icOnvict, trying to connect his face with
the face of the stranger. But Innes
works with his head bent down, and
his eyes are on the ground, and they
cannot see him distinctly.
The disappearance three years ago
of Mrs Dennis and her sister, Beatrice
Nelms, created a nationwide sensa-
ton, adroit press agents bringing the
case prominently before the people of
the whole country. Mrs. Dennis, it is
said, was wildly infatuated with Innes,
whom she met in Reno, New, and en-
gagged as her lawyer to get divorce.
He came here and on various preteXt;
managed to separate Mrs. Dennis from
practically all her money and property.
his wife appearing always in the role
OF an aunt.
The girls disappeared, were traced to
house in San Antonio, Tex. occu-
lied by Innes and his wife, and have
been seen AGAIN. Innes and his wife
were tried in San Antonio for murder
ard acquitted, the state being unable
TO establish that the girls we're really
dead. 1t was alleged that they had been
chopped to pieces. after dead, ground
Up in sausage mill, their bones reduc-
eli by acids and washed through the
bath tub drain into the sewer. Suisse
quent to the San Antonio trial, Innes
ard his wife were brought here on Il
charge of larceny after trust, being
tried and convicted. Ippes received a
seven year sentence.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15
De Soto Banking Company Building
and Lot at De Soto, Ga, to Be Sold.

Having received bid of $1,000 for
the building and lot owned and form
er}y occupied by the De Soto Banking
Company of De Soto. Ca, unless re-
ceive better bid by June 26, 1917,
will proceed to ask the State Treasur-
er to authorize the confirmation of
sale at this price.
Building is of brick, % by so feet
in dimensions, one story, tile floor in
lobby. Corner lot, tile sidewalk
around two sides of building.
Clear title will be given purchaser
and the transaction must be for cash.
A. s. JOHNSON, Liquidating Agent,
De Soto. Ga. 5-27-30t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15
Want Advertisements

Figure your OWE want I'D. Minimum
charge Is 2se. For insertions less
than two weeks, one cent per word.
For insertions between two and four
weeks, three-fOurths of . cent per
word. For Insertions of mere than
four weeks, One-h&if cent per word.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15
THE STANDARD
PHONE 226
SPECIAL SALE OF LADIES'
LINGERIE UNDERWEAR AT

9Sc
Many pieces in this lot are worth
$3.50 and some are 50 values. Mostly
Teddies of dainty lingerie, front and
back trimmed with imported organize,
embroidery and lace armholes, neck
and leg trimmed with serviceable quail
ity of val. lace, in white and flesh
color. soc, 85c and CSC.
Gowns of Lingerie trimmed with en-
hroidery and laces, worth $l.5O, at
CSC.
MEMS $1.5O PANTS AT S1.OO
Mems Pants of blue and white pin
check cotton worsted, made with belt
straps, always $3.50 Jour price now
pair 81.
EOYS' SERVICEABLE
AVERALLS soc.
Made of fast colored plain and STRIP
led denims; sizes up to 30 waist,
81 length; pair Soc
CHILDREN'S WASH
DRESSES AT 25c.
Mixed lot of Children's Wash Dresses
all styles, all materials, including fast
colored bingham, chambray and per-
Gales, 25c.
MEMS SEAMLESS
SOCKS AT IL Lee.
Mems Seamless Socks in white
black, gray and tan, extra high spite
ed heels and toes, double soles, pair
L. 1-2c.
LADIES' BLEACHED SEAMLESS
STOCKINGS 15e.
ladies full seamless stockings
tleached perfectly white, spliced heels
and toes, double soles, never again af-
Il. these are gone, pair 15c.
FINE SEA ISLAND AT Lee.
One yard on each piece is slightly
soiled, nothing more serious; the ac
tual value of the perfect goods toda!
is 12 lie, just to close these few soil
&c yards. we have put it up in 10 yare
pieces and offer the 10 yards for S5c.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15
PROPERTY OWNERS;
TAX BOOKS CLOSE JULY FIRST

The city tax books of the city of
Americas will close July LIST. All de-
linquents are subject to double tax;
property owners are urged to make
their returns before above-namde date.
E. ]. ELDRIDGE,
Clerk and Treasurer.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Rev. A. c. Wellons. of Plains, was
in Americas today, going to Coleman,
Ca. to fill his appointments there
Saturday and Sunday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Milledgeville today.
Mrs Oscar Williams and Miss
Frances Lowry, of Plains, passed
through Americas today, going to
Cl-yton, Ca, where they will spend
several weeks.
Sam Heys, Jr., who has been visit
ing relatives in Fit. Valley, returned
home today, accompanied by his little
cousin, Charles Evans, who will spend
some time with him.
Callie Speer left this afternoon for
Leesburg on business mission.
Little Misses Dora Riley and Ruth
McMath left this afternoon for At
lanta to visit Miss Sarah Riley for a
few days.
Just received nice lot of Iron and
Mixed Peas. at reasonable price.
PLANTERS SEED co. 15-1t
NOTICE.
l will be absent from my Office until
Monday. 18th. 13-4t
c. P. DAVIS, D. D. S.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Willie V. Heron, of Preston, has re-
turned from Atlanta, where he success
fglly passed the examination for en-
aistment in the United States navy
having been forwarded from the Amer
icus recruiting station. He Will aWai!
orders to report at the naval training
school.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Will Ray Butt, who underwent a
surgical operation at the Americas ana
Sumter County hospital day or two
ago. is recovering satisfactorily
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Mr. and Mrs. William S. Roach ana
MIR. and Mrs. j. E. Mathis motored 10
fitzgerald today to spend several days
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Miss Carrie Shropshire, now teaching
in the publ cschools of Waycross, is
spending a few days in Americas with
Miss Mary Davenport at her home on
College street.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Rev. o. B. Chester, presiding elder OF
the Americas district, was a Vlsltor /"
Americas for short time yesterday
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Miss Lucy Merritt, of Athens, is a
visitor in Americas, the guest OF Dr.
and Mrs. T. NJ. Merritt, on College
street.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

See our large ad regarding Fountain
Pen Sale. HightOwer Book Store.
su-tu-th
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Mr.. and Mrs. ]. F. Fender and Mrs
Tenders sister, Mrs. w. F. Burke, lel'
TODAY for Atlanta, where Mrs. Burke
will join her husband for Chicago
where they will spend the summer
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Many ,retty articles to select from
for wedding presents at Daniels.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Plant NOW Kentucky Wanderer
Beans. Bunch Beans, Cabbage COL
,ards Tomatoes and corn for roasting
ears. PLANTERS SEED co. Phone
90 1885,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Signs and times constantly change,
but one thing stands as immutable az
Fate itself. AS you wander through
life you may depend upon one good
friend who will always assist you at
critical moments. This friend is Gen.
eral Appearance. He never went back
upon we'll costumed comrade.
Costume yourself politely and COM
rade yourself with men of distinction.
We sell distinctive haberdashery.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

dustrial school, has returned home for
vacation.
Red Cross Day, June Goth; SO Of
cash sales goes to Red Cross. MUIR
RAYS Pharmacy. 15-1t
Miss Katie Sue Reese is in Macon,
spending the week with relatives and
friends.
( Mrs. Ed Zimmerman and son, Frank
Zimmerman, and Armstead Dodson. Of
Plains. were IN Americas this morning.
Get fresh Groceries Grocer
les clean Groceries at very moderate
prices from the Acme SANITARY Mar
ket. lo-lt
Mrs. Sallie Jones, of Fort Valley, who
has been visiting Mrs. Ed Zimmerman
at Plains, returned to her home this af-
ternoon.
H. A. Chadsey, of DeSoto, was in
Americas today and told about the big
barbecue the people OF Leslie, DeSoto
and Cobb are having at DeSoto today.
Tents and Camp Furniture for rent
cr sale. HightOwer Book Store.
Su-tu-th
H. B. Kimbrough, G. R. Mobley, B. r.
Mclaughlin, C. P. Murrah, e. B. Al
mand, G. N. Murrah and P. H. Laytield
made up party of citizens from Chip
ley, Ga, who motored to Americas
Thursday, and we're guests at the
Windsor Hotel for dinner.
I Mr.. and Mrs Charles Lingo and
daughter, Miss Mary Alice Lingo, are
in Macon to spend two weeks with Mrs,
Lingos sister, Mrs. Will Ragan
We have flags of France England
and the United States ready to attach
to your car. Murray's Pharmacy.
Phone 81. 15-1t
Miss Sarah Hightower has returned
from a delightful visit to friends in
cOrdele/
Prof. l. E. Mcclellan, of Wesleyan
college, Macon, Ca, was visitor in
Americas Thursday.
Don't miss the opportunity to gee
one pound Of violet borated talcum
powder at WINDSOR PHARMACY for
Csc. 1875
Mrs. E. E. Roach, who has been
spending some time in Savannah with
her mother, Mrs. e. B. Strickland, who
has been quite i'll, returned home this
afternoon, her mother being much i'm
proved.
Mrs. John Oliver, of Plains, is the
guest of Mrs. George Oliver, at her
home on Church street.
/ Bath shoes and caps. Murray's
Pharmacy. 15-1t
! Lieut.. John T. Bragg, of the Amer
icus police force, left this afternoon
for Macon, Atlanta and Rome, where
he goes to spend a fe wdays nbusi
ness as well as pleasure
RMS. S. F. Jones, of Eatonton, Ga.
who has been visiting at Plains, stop
ped over in Americas for a visit to
her sister, Mrs. O. D. Reese, left this
afternoon for Fort Valley on visit
to relatives before returning to Eaton
ION.
Sow Sorghum with your peas for
hay. PLANTERS SEED co. Phone SOP.
1885,
Charles Council, Jr., left this after
noon for aMcon, where he goes to
spend few days with his grandpar-
ents. Mr.. and Mrs. f. ]. Willingham.
Mrs. o. w. Statham. of Leesburg: is
visiting relatives in the city.
Plant CORN after your grain. We
have Mexican June, Whatley's Prolific
Golden Dent, or Hickory King. PLANT
ERS SEED co. Phone SOP. 1873:
/ Miss Mary Frances Lane left this af-
ternoon for Shellman to visit rela-
tives.
| L. ]. Blalock returned home today
from a trip to Atlanta
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Sheuffer's nOn-leakable fountain pen.
Bell, the Jeweler.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Do your bit. Trade at Murray's June
2eth and help the Red Cross. Sc of
cash sales will be given to the cause
on that date. 15-li
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Miss Verna Johnson, who is a stu
dent at the Georgia Normal and In
dustrial school, has returned home foy
vacation.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Red Cross Day, June Goth; SO Of
cash sales goes to Red Cross. Muir
rays Pharmacy. lo-lt
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Plant CORN after your grain. We
have Mexican June, Whatley's Prolific
Golden Dent, or Hickory King. PLANT
ERS SEED co. Phone 500. 1885,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

E. ]. McMath returned home from
Milledgeville today.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Miss Katie Sue Reese is in Macon,
spending the week with relatives and
friends.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

L. ]. Blalock returned home toda,
from a trip to Atlanta.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

FOR SALE: II. A. Pru1UI place, fOui
miles North OF Parrot. Georgia. con-
tatna 1893 acres. About 700 acre.
open land, plenty OF running water
fine place for stock, we'll located, or
two good public roads. Price S10,6OA
We can make extremely easy terms
on this place. Apply The Georges
tn&n and Trust Co., Macon, Ca, or W.
L Thomas. Plains. Georgia 31-tf
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15
FOR SALE

GOOD HORSE for sale. See w. E.
Keys.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Mrs. o. W. Statham. of Leesburg: /;
visiting relatives in the city
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

( Mrs. Ed Zimmerman and son, Frank
Zimmerman, and Armstead Dodson. Of
Plains, were IN Americas this morning.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Get fresh Groceries Grocer
les clean Groceries at very moderate
prices from the Acme SANITARY Mar
ket. 15-1t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

/ Miss Mary Frances Lane left this af
ternoon for Shellman to visit rela
tives.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Big DANCE at MAGNOLIA SPRINGS
Friday night June 18th. Everybody cor
dially invited. Music by Tulip Or
o,,os+ro 14-2t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Any banker in Sumter county will
gladly explain the Liberty Loan to you
and will help YOU buy a bond.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

The friends of Miss Annie Ellis, who
has been quite sick for several days.
will be glad to hear that she is some
what improved.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

FARM LOANS - Can give good
terms on farm loans; money plenti-
full. W. W. Dykes. 15-ti
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

FOR SALE-Registered Hampshire
hogs; a choice stock to select from
Aries Plantation. 23-t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Miss Eulalee Sawyer. of Atlanta, ar
rived in Americas yesterday and Will
be the guest of relatives for several
VI eeks.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Charles Council, Jr., left this after
noon for aMcon, where he goes to
spend a few days with his grandpar-
ents. Mr.. and Mrs. f. ]. Willingham
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Mrs. John Oliver, of Plains, is the
guest of Mrs. George Oliver, at he'
home on Church street.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Tents and Camp Furniture for rent
CT sale. HightOwer Book Store.
Su-tu-th
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

I Lieut.. John T. Bragg, of the Amer
icus police force, left this afternoon
for Macon, Atlanta and Rome, where
he goes to spend fe wdays nbusi'
ness as well as pleasure
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Bath shoes and caps. Murray's
Pharmacy. l5-lt
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

H. A. Chadsey, of DeSoto, was in
Americas today and told about the big
barbecue the people OF Leslie, DeSoto
and Cobb are having at DeSoto today
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Mrs. Sallie Jones, of Fort Valley, who
has been visiting Mrs. Ed Zimmerman
at Plains, returned to her home this af-
ternoon.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Sow Sorghum with your peas for
hay. PLANTERS SEED co. Phone SOP.
1885,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

RMS. S. F. Jones, of Eatonton, Ga.
who has been visiting at Plains, stop
ped over in Americas for visit to
her sister, Mrs. o. D. Reese, left this
afternoon for Fort Valley on a visit
to relatives before returning to Eaton
ton.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

Mrs. E. E. Roach, who has been
spending some time in Savannah with
her mother, Mrs. E. B. Strickland, who
has been quite i'll, returned home this
afternoon, her mother being much i'm
proved.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-06-15

H. b. Kimbrough, G. R. Mobley, B. r.
Mclaughlin, C. P. Murrah, e. B. Al
mand, G. N. Murrah and P. H. Layfield
made up party of citizens from Chip
ley Ga, who motored to Americas
Thursday, and were guests at the
Windsor Hotel for dinner.
Arizona republican., 1917-08-26
HUDSON HEAD TALKS ABOUT
 AUTO CREDIT

Roy D. Chapin, president of the Hud- son Motor Car Company, in addressing the New York Bankers Association, at Lake Placid recently. had a rare Op- pOttunlty to present at the headQuar- teis or American money control, a compact statement or the automobile business, it's stability and the force and nara ter of the men engaoed in it. That talk, we believe. win go far to- wards removing what little reluctance there remains among bankers, to ex- tending liberal credits to automobile dealers, according to word received by Cal. MeSsner local Hudson distributor
 Following is an excerpt from Mir Chapin's address, bearing on that phase CT the business:
 ITO what is the automobile dealer entitled in the way of credit? He calls ron you and asks for money to take up his drafts, or to finance his stock of cars through the winter sea son, perhaps to expand his equipment or handle used cars.
 "hOW far can you legitimately go with him in banking accommodations Necessarily, your first analysis must be 10 judge the dealer the same as you judge any other active men in charge. Manufacturers are very friendly al- though the industry is highly com petetiVe.
 Manufacturers are operating on very close margin of profit and 1 know il will astonish some of you to find that the average profit of the automo- bile maker today is not over F per cent of his volume of business. It is the lal ge volume and small profits per unit that have permitted tho low prices of motor cars, thus developing our in dustrv into one of the wonders of the world
 "The manufacturer to carry on his business and produce economically, must sell to the dealer on a cash basis. The dealer whose business is very lu- cratiVe when properly managed, must carry his share of the investment, which frequently. he cannot do entirely out of his own funds.
 The demand for cars in certain sea sons is so great that the dealer must
Arizona republican., 1917-08-26
RIVERSIDE PARK

The Last of the Carnabys" is a strongly dramatic story with many tense situations; nevertheless it fur nishes Miss Hulette with the sort of part in which she appears at her best. one of innocence, sweetness and youth She has many opportunities to display her strong emotional talents in 'The Last of the Carnabys,' which in star cast, story and direction a strong feature.
 . The story has to do with a young girl (Gladys Hulette) and her brother William Parke. Jr), the last of a famous family, once wealthy, but now with fast ebbing fortune. The brother dissipates until their money is prac- tically gone A roue, who has the brother in power, sees the sister and tries to buy her affection. Repulsed he becomes violent and the brother stung to manliness, kills him.
 To insure his escape the sister as sumes the blame asserting that she committed the murder. Her defense is she killed the man because he had betrayed her under promise of mar riage. Young Carnaby, hearing of the sacrifice she is to make, hastens back to the city. On the way he is mor-
Arizona republican., 1917-08-26
THE HIP

Almost everything on this week s program announcement of the Hip could be styled an extra picture if it were not the policy of that house to feature only real stars or real pro- duets
 Starting with Poppy" today and to- morrow with gifted Norma Talmadge in the part of the dream girl of Gym thia Stockley. The following attrac- tion is Mabel Taliaferro cominp for Tuesday and Wednesday in Peggy the Will O the Whisp," a story of Ireland and it's romance and chivalry. This program is augmented with Pathe scenic combitone, Along the Rio Grande," another sparkling out door picture, while Frank Daniels in Captain links Takes the Cure" is the comedy offering.
 Thursday and Friday Earle Will Hams comes in The Stolen Treaty. a picture of the inside of the diplo- matic service. Miss COrine Griffin, a new addition to pictures and heralded as one of the prettiest leading ladies of the screen. is the supporting at traction of the handsome Williams Boasts and Boldness" is the comedy,
Arizona republican., 1917-08-26
CAMARA

The Lamara is offering an excep tionally strong double program today in the William Fox production, "The Innocent Sinner" produced by R. A. Walsh, with Marian Cooper, who won fame in "Intollerance" and Birth of a Nation as star. The photo drama is one of unusual interest from a standpoint of story, acting and direct ing. Tom Mix, the world famous cow boy is featured in "A Soft Tender foot" a two-reel Foxfilm that sup plements the program. In this comedy Mix is said to do the best work of his career
 The William Fox program will hold the boards at the Lamara for three days and on Wednesday and Thurs day the Paramount attraction returns the screens most beautiful and gifted star, Pauline Frederick, in Her Bet ter Self which is said to offer the great emotional actress one of the best parts to display her wonderful talent yet afforded her.
 Friday ard Saturday bring the initial appearance of the noted and gifted Madame Petrova in her first Paramount picture entitled "The Un- dying Flame which promises to be one of the feature events of the week.
Arizona republican., 1917-08-26

of Miss Miller, is Miss Mary Gump, of North Manchester, Ind. Five years ago she spent a winter here.
 The bridegroom is Charles Wilson, q promising young business man of Needles Cal. The wedding will be at o'clock and only few of the brides friends will be present.
 The party will leave on the evening train for a few days at Prescott.
 Two months ago Miss Miller took a bride east with her for a nephew of hers. MT Glen Brumbaugh of Wash ington. D. C. She returned about a week ago and now gives a niece away Io q young Californan-a fair eX- change.
Arizona republican., 1917-08-26
ADJUSTMENTS

Continued from Page Elevem ishes beneath the overwhelming power of his love.
 As an added feature the Lamara will offer a two part Foxfilm comedy with Tom Mix entitled "A Soft TenderfoOt' which carries a laugh with each inch of film.
Arizona republican., 1917-08-26

women were used in the act and eacl one was selected for her particular type
 The carefully selected cast is headed by Miss Weber who is also author of the scenario. Playing opposite her is Phillips Smaley, whose virile acting has made him a favorite with motion picture fans
 The production promises to be one of the most interesting of the m V features produced by Miss Weber She has declined to comment upon the ma ,ture Of her story, but declares it will strike directly at the root of one of the real topics of the day.