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East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19

She ran quickly and lnelt beside him.
He was very pale and his eyes we're
closed A couple of feet away lay the
bali. Priscilla suddenly turned white,
II was then that she knew. She under
stood now why she had been so kecnly
hurt at his disapprovaI--why all sum
mer she had been thinking, thinking, of
him. Was il all to end so dreadfully
then, by her killing him7
One glance around told her there was
no help near. She laid one hand tender
~ on his forehead, and with the other
felt carefully for his pulse. ''You can't
be deadi" she kept repeating over and
over And once she said, "Oh. mo. dear,
you can't be dead"
Then suddenly the blood surged into
her face and she sighed with relief. A
full throb had answered her touch on
his wriSt--and another, and another.
Thank Heaveni He's just tainted. /
didn't think at that distance 1t could do
so much damage. I'll have to get some
water, somewhere, though.
She, calculated the distance to the
spring. There was nothing else for il,
she would have to leave him for a min
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19

for weeks II was a thin, gentle current,
barely strong enough to bear away a
twig. Again it was full bosomed,
strong, resolute, going toward the river
as If il were on its way to goal And
still again it was mad, red, leaping.
roaring monster that hurled itself over
its banks and threatened destruction to
every adjacent thing.
She had thousand memories Of it
Once she had dropped her doll into it
and il had carried the doll out of her
sight forever. She had padded in it
with her bare feet on the warm, wet
stones. At those times it was friendly
and pleasant. But there was another
time when she found that it had downed
her iris and peoples over night and
buried them under shiny brown dirt.
The house in which she lived beside
the brook with her father and mother
was plain and old, yet solid and COM
Portable. They were poor people, but
they had a Icnaek of making the most
of what they had. And they were singu-
larry happy. She grew tall and strong.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19

about 50 per cent" he stormed Sing
ing. and daubing in washy eolorS and
wasting -four and butter is all non
sense. But of course, I suppose it
doesn't hurt the youngsters to sing once
in a while. and as for the cooking. l
suppose a few of them may learn
enough TO keep from starving. but as
fof ART" Mr.. Croxiez shock his head
e1nphatically.
-Ifs all nonsense" And having IS
sued an uitimatura. buIldog-hke. he
hung on. Mr.. Croxier was never known
to change his mind.
Nov, what Priscilla had to do with
all this was considerable, for she was
the art teacher, the one responsible for
the "daubbing in waS1y eolors." the
spcasor for certain violent landscapes
and horrifc sunsets of flowers the
botanies did not boast. and of animals,
species undiscovered True, her own
examples on the blackboard were al
ways a delight to the eye. but when Mr..
Crozier happened into room where the
art lesson was in progress, ii was not
these delightful examples that he seem
ed to see, but little, struggling, dirty
fingers tracing their awfulness on paper
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19

himself was at the club playing and she
had caught a glimpse of him as he
drove off number three II was the
first she had seen him since June, be-
cause he had been away all summer and
since school began she had managed to
get supplies when he was out and in
turn he had evidently avoided meet
ing, not forgetting the reference to dis
positions that had evidently gone home
Mr.. Crozier rather prided himself on
his golf. Priscilla felt it rather than
knew it. He never talked to his teach
ers about his prowess, nor about any
thing personal for that matter; but if
he didn't want it known, why did he
keep three large silver trophies in
stately array across the top of his desk
in the Office?
This was the first time Priscilla had
seen him playing, and she was interest
ed. His drive off number three had
been beauty.
Then something happenedi Priscilla
had lost sight Of the enemy, the woods
and a rise in the ground intervening.
She played steadily on, making long.
straight shots that tailed into a won
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19

wlnen I'm out"
His thoughts went back over the hast
few years. After the death of his IA
thsr, four years ago, his mother. had
struggled bravely to make living for
herself and her little family. Having
finished the grammar school course,
Jack, unlike most of the young people
Of the little fishing town, was sent to
high school that he might be better
6tted for the world he had to face.
But after two years the strain be-
gan to show on the delicate mother.
Her health broke down and she soon
passed away. leaving her two children in
the care of an elderly cousin, whom they
had always called Aunt Jennie
Aunt Jennie's husband was captain
Of a small fishing vessel named the
Marietta. After Jacks mother died he
took the boy out on fishing trips with
him and paid him share Of the profits.
Margaret was now IS, four years
younger than Jack, and was in the sec
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19

good for any number of problems in
long or short division.
Invariably the Bulldog growied and
made for the door. much to Prisciila's
amusement at first, then to her indigna-
ton, and finally to her hurt. And in
June the grand finale had arrived when
supplies had come and the principal,
overworked, overheated and tried be-
yond endurance, had called the crayons
and paints ID useless stuff in
Pnscilla's hearing.
Then for the first time she put m a
defense, and stiff one. ''Mr. Crozier,
II all the world were deprived of the
softening effect of art" she said, at
would be no more an attractive place
to live in than--than il we all had the
same kind of dispositions
And so completely dunlbfounded was
he by this rebuice from pretty, quiet
Priscilla that he was for the first time
in his life without proper reply.
So now Priscilla was thinking again
of that day. Out on the links in the
bright, October sun It came back more
vividly than it had done for weeks,
most probably because John Crozier
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19
By JoelIa johnson

ute. But suddenly as she rose to 60, she
felt the hand she held turn and clasp
her fingers warmly and her other hand
imprisoned also John Crozier sat mp.
did !, OF did not, hear someone
call me 'dearP" he asked. q queer,
teasing light in his eyes. "or was it
Just fantasy born of my bumpr
'Why IL don't believe you were
hurt at ALL" said Priscilla, Indignantly,
struggling to go.
"WelI, if wasn't ! never want to be.
The back of my head feels hke-but
that's not the question" He swayed to
his feet, keeping light hold Of Priscilla's
hands. TDidn't somebody call me,
'dear2" Priscilla reddened> more cruelty
still and turned away.
Dear little Priscilla. can you ever
forgive me? I've been wretched for
months. 1t just needed jolt like this
to bring me to my stupid senses. I think
I knew l was falling in love with you
and that's why was mean. didn't
want to fall in love with anybody. But
couldn't help it, dearest girl. l adore
youl Now did you call me, 'dearF
YES" admitted Priscilla, turning her
eyes to him and smiling tenderly.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19

went back to the brook and the Old
house where she had been born, and she
found contentment awaited her and
peace and perfect quiet
They say of her that she has done the
strangest thing that ever was known.
To give up an Italian villa and a city
brownstone front, to give up society and
all the opportunities of wealth and cul-
ture for the sake of vegetating in
plain, small town like Blakemorel She
is not an old woman. Il is true her hair
is white, but her sweet face still has
youthful contour which speaks of a
fresh heart. OF course, the old house
is quite charming now since she had
added to it and rearranged and hiled IL
with her treasures. But It must be
lonely with only Carlotta, the brown
faced peasant woman from Tuscany. to
companion her.
She has built a vine-clad arbor be-
side the brook, and on pleasant summer
afternoons she sits there reading or
mhsing. She is quietly happy.
And the brook flows on.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19
By Elsie Endicott

while the captains mosorboat sped 70
the rescue.
Jack was laid tenderiy on the cot pre-
pared for him Everything possibIs
had been done for him. but as Jet he
showed no signs of returning vigor.
Margaret watched by the bedside
with a heavy heart. During the long
weary hours of the night, she never left
him. Gray strealo were beginning to
show in the eastern sly when Jack
opened his eyes and looked slowly
around.
Reaching out his hand. be asked
family. as that you. Sis1"
70. Jacki" she cried, falling on her
knees by the bedside. In srnotheriBg
embrace. she sobbed out ali the sorr0w
of her little heart
The boy smiled, and laying bis hand
tenderly on the soft, curly hair, he said:
Never mind. dear; guess wen have
our trip to Maine, and the fur coat
too"
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19

but you must have new overcoat and
suit for the winter. OF course I'd love
to have a fur coat like EEelen's, but
don't see how we can afford It this year.
You know you haven't made mueh on
the last two trips. and"
~Oh. cheer up. SIS" interrupted her
brother pleasantly; Il guess we won't
starve."
The girl sighed bot said no more Her
brother. having finished his breakfast.
rose and stood watching her moment.
Poor Sis" he thought @its not the
6rst time she's given up some pleasure
for me and 1t must be lonesome for her
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19

a doilar-snd-oent basis, show q Args
percentage over the cost of the lighting
that would be required 10 eliminate them
As judgment is dependent upon per
oeption, and perception upon the sight.
then the laborer, 10 be efficient, must be
able 10 see 6He details and small objects
at close range with sharpness and dis
tinction. 70 distinguish objects at a dis
tsnee with accuracy. and 10 have clear
perception Of al objects in the interme-
diste space
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19

had finally eliminated in John Crozier
losing his temper and saying awfuI
things.
1t really began with the school board
year before when they had introduced
an art course into the regular cur
ricuiun. which heretofore had consisted
OF only bone dry material such as males
approve But two women got them
selves elected to the diree4orship and
modified this diet Of solids BY music, art
and touch of domestic science.
Now. John Crozier, the principal of
the largest school in town and known
efectionately to the children by the
tender title Of THE Bulldog" had
barioed eharacteristieaIly at this change
of form.
Just as soon as women take hand
in affairs they let down in standard
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19
By A. Scientist

across the Connecticut river, over which
the Turner's Falls Power & Electric
Company is to supply energy TO the rail-
way system.
A special feature Of this tower Is
the hreproo6ng Of the legs to a hori-
zontal cross-section of Y inches BY 10
inches. The tower legs are of structural
steel and are each ineased with concrete
to a height Of about 10 feet above the
ground, thus clearing the maximum YER
teal range likely under any eircum-
stances to be reached by flames or cleo
trie arcs
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19

looked i ieaDed the bank and came
spinning and swirling toward the house
Her father had put her down hastily and
there was everywhere hustle and eonfu-
sion for time.
After that it was sinnpsy a part Of
her Efe-indeed, the one stable thing in
IL When she rose In the morning and
glanced from her bedroom window she
saw it before anything else At night
a. she lay in bed it sang to her. She
played beside Il as 8 child with other
children. And once she came near be-
ing drowned ii H. But her father saw
ed her IN time.
1t was always there, but ii did not al
ways wear the same aspect Sometimes
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19

A little device has been recently made
to perform his task.
A chuck" is provided to hold the
needle. and one end is secured to a
bracket somewhat elevated to hold the
needle at the proper angle as it is being
rubbed over the surface Of an abrasive
material.
In this way a needle may be sharpened
repeatedly until il grows too short for
use.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19
CIothespIn Of MetaL

Clothespins not 50 long ago were 50
cheap that Il was hardly worth while 70
pick them Up when they fell 10 the
ground.
But things are different now and the
wood from which the little things are
made is 50 valuable that a generous sup
ply Of eIothespins is a valuable posses
sion.
Metal has been called upon 10 take the
place Of the wood. The advantage Of
those made Of metal Is that ihsy are
practically everlasting,
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19

Eye fatigue spoils the disposition As
that Is one Of the conditions given fPF
inefficient work. we 6hd here again .
reduction In efficiency and . cause for
more loss of the worirman's tine.
The 6rst less was meohaniezi. DE Sec
plud Is ptydcaL Bofh. Whsa reduced 70
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19
sharpens the Needle.

The length Of the life Of a sewing
needle may be a tSihing matter, but
seanstresses and others making use Of
needles in numbers known that they
could effect a eonsiderable.saving If me
impaired needle point could be renewed,
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19

The production Of ammonia in Ger
many by the HabeT synthetic process, ae-
cording 10 a German daily paper, rose
from 5000 tons in 1913 TO 60OoO tons
IN 1914, 10 10000 tons in 1915. and
10000 tons (esdmated) in 1910
An output Of 10000 tons Of ammonia
wss anticipated iH l2lZ. eOataining Io0.-
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19
Byways In the Land of Popular Science

600 tons Of nitrogen; at the same time
10000 tons Of Sulphate Of ammonia
$4,000 tons Of nitrogen) and 100000
tons Of calcium nitrate 10000 tons of
nitrogen) was expected to be produced,
the total containing $4,000 tons Of nj
trogen. which exceeds by 10000 tons
the entire consumption Of nitrogen IN
Germany la 1913.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19

ARGAREr stood in
the open doorway,
her books under her
arm. gazing thought
fully out over the
blue waters Of the
harboT.
4 know. Jaek. /"
she WA .awine
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19

Two pieces of metal are pivoted to-
gether with a spring which holds the two
ends comprising the jaws in a closed po-
sition. Pressure of the fingers opens
those jaws. and when released after be-
ing in position will hold the garments
70 the line while drying.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19

MY neTVous as WI
as other diseases
are caused BY ineor-
rect illumination.
The eye Is . subject
Of prime oonsidera-
tioa In connection
with our health and
happiness
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19
Electric Energy.

Al the Margaret street sub-station Of
the Springfield. Mass., street railway a
steel tower has been built TO hold one
end OF q 66000-volt transmission span
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19

Coal deposits discovered in Iceland
having been developed satisfactorily.
sdeufisis are investigating deposits
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19

RISCHLA was think
ing. She had done
a lot Of thinking
since June, and in
fact before that, be-
cause the trouble had
started long before
the end of the
Srhoni xsraw w-han 4
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19

Err first memory of
the brook was IS
her father held her
up to the window to
lock at. IL There
had been = Wild
rainfall and il was
raging in its con-
6nes. Even as she
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19

found on the Bear Islands. lying be-
tween Spitzbergen and Norway.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1918-10-19

The Chinese we're probably acquainted
with the use Of sugar 1000 SesLs. asa. !
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-06-21
SOCIAL DOINGS

On Friday night at her home in the
country, Miss Kelly Bell. the daughter
of Mr.. and Mrs. Dale Bell, enter
tanned with a dance in honor of her at
tractive guests. Miss Fannie Harrison
of Columbus, Miss. Among those
from Macon, who had the pleasure of
being present on this occasion were:
Misses En- Yates, Helen Carleton.
Julia and Mary Sue Stokes, Finis
Carleton, Walter Stokes, and Harvey
Crigler.
On Thursday afternoon, Miss EN-
Yates entertained at Crook" in honor
of Miss Marguerite Hooks, of Clarks-
dale, the attractive houseguest of Miss
Martha Linda McHenry. After an in
teresting game, a delicious menu was
served to the guests. Dainty prizes
were presented to Miss Hooks and Miss
Helen Carleton.
On Wednesday afternoon Mrs. George
Richmond, Jr, entertained the auction
bridge club. A dainty plate lunch was
served. Miss Edra Bush, having the
highest score, was presented four
thrift stamps.
The Seven Hand Euchre club enjoyed
q spend the dav party with Mrs. T. s.
Borgess. on Thursday.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-06-21
TRUSTEES SALE.
TheState o

The State of Mississippi. Noxubee County
BY virtue of the provisions Of n certain deed Of
trust Tor a power Of sale mortgage) made by ].
II. Quarlcs and Eta Quarles on the 18th day Of
September. 1913. to secure the payment Of a GER
tain indebtedness to Merchants 4 Farmers Bank,
Macon, Miss. and which IL recorded in Book No.
no. page j68 Of Chattcl Mortgage 'or Deeds Of
Trust and Mortgagesl in the chancery clerks Of
flee of ! oxubee county. Mississippi |. G. c. Clop-
ton. the Undersigned substituted trustee in said
deed 1.-THE said A.. r.. Dent, trustee. having re-
signed and refusing to act. and G.. G. Clopton hav-
ing been appointed in his place. will proceed to
sell the following property mensoned therein at
Macon. Miss, in said county during legal hours.
on Monday. the 8th day of July. 1918.
at publis cutlery. TO the hest bidder for cash, the
following property. to wit:
The north one-half Of block ten. in the town Of
Shuqualak, Miss. bounded as follows: On the
north by Oak street, on the east by alley dividing
blockss ten and eleven. on the south by the
south half of block tn and on the west by
McNecgc street. Our unexpircd lease Of ninety
nine years decided to us by /. 7. Anderson. This
deed Of trust IS given NJ "a renewal Of one previ-
ously given by us to said Merchants & Farmers
bank ant recorded in book lOl. page Az on No.
yember 18th. 1911.
&C. CLOPT0N,
81 bstituted Trnstee.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-06-21
RED CROSS NOTES

Shipment made June 10Th valued at
$3.50.
Macon
AZ suits of pajamas.
76 bed shirts.
1G Longing robes.
5 hopeless case shirts.
IL bed jackets.
20 bed sheets.
10 operating sheets.
Ia pillow cases.
IL dressil G sacks.
10 underskirts.
"A dress skirts.
so chemise.
80 underskirts.
20 mems dra
l operating gown.
5 children's gowns.
20 bandAge foot warmers.
10 pair foot warmers,
Is wash rags.
II Children's aprons.
10 hot water bags.
II sweaters.
SO pairs of socks.
Salem Auxiliary
AZ suits of pajamas.
4 sweaters.
"a pairs of socks.
2 pairs bed socks,
Mashulaville Auxiliary
q suits of pajamas.
3 operating caps.
l pair of wristlets.
8 pairs of socks,
Ex-Prairie Auxiliary
20 bed shirts.
2 sweaters.
Donation
Mrs. Geo. Shaver, 81 90.
| want to thank the ladies of the
auxiliaries for the splendid work they
have done for the last three weeks,
especially Salem and Mashulaville
ladies. MISS ALICE BUSH.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-06-21

Program of Joint Meeting of Home
Economic Committee and Wor,an's
Committee of Council of National De-
Tense.
Call to order, ,..,... Mrs. T. J. Wilkins
Roll Call. County Agent Mrs. Tyndall
Prayer. ......... Rev. f. Nash Broyles
RoundTable Discussion on Conservation
c dby Chairman Mrs. I. j. Wilkins, Jr.
Mrs. Vester Mullins, Mrs, Glover
Wilkins and Mrs. Minis Hunter
Song
THE END OF A HOOVER DAY.
(To THE TUNE OF PERFECT DAY..
| have come to the end of a meatless
Day,
And peacefully lying in bed,
My thoughts revert in a musing way
To the food which today Eye been
fed;
When think Of the cheese and the
beans and eggs
And fowls I've had to eat,
I've no regreats for the good old
days.
| really didn't miss the meat.
| have come to the end of a wheatless
day,
have eaten no cakes or pie,
| have had no bread that was made
with wheat;
1t vas made out of corn or rye;
And liked it so well, that when war
IS past
And a glorious victory won,
IN keep on observing "Wheatless"
days,
And III eat Corn Pone" for fun!
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-06-21
Attention, Veterans!

You are hereby requested to meet at
Court House, July 5, II o'clock sharp,
for the purpose Of electing delegates
to the Annual Reunion, also the State
Reunion at Vicksburg. Election of
officers and ~transacting any other bust
proper to come before the meet
ing. A full attendance is earnestly re-
quested.
Done by order of Commander.
T j. WILKINS,
Commander,
W. o. BARNES,
A%djdtant.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-06-21
Weslev Cleaners

The Wesley Cleaners met with Mrs.
Marion Harris and Miss Weyburn on
Friday afternoon, June IA. After a
pleasant social hour, reports were read
from the various committees. An
election to fill vacancies of officers re-
suited in Mrs Dantzler as Assistant
Teacher and Miss Weyburn as Vice
President. The class meets again
with Mrs. Tucker on July IL.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-06-21
Notice to Dealers in Road Machinery.

INC, yt'll
Sealed bids are invited to be filed wi h lle ur .
dersigned clerk on or before
The lst Monday Of July, 1913. at 2 O'Clock. p. m.
for supplying Novub.c count, Mi.s.ssippi. With
Que -four hprac rUa ! raider
The board reserves The riaht - reject any ID d
all bids
BY order of the Board Of Supervisors entered in
Minute book q at page iGs.
This June 9TH 1918.
JOHN A. TYSON. Macon. Miss
Clerk Board Supervisors.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-06-21
CHURCHES
NLsrnnnISF

METHODIST
Sunday school at 9.45 a. N.
Preaching services st II a. m. and
S:S0 q. N.
Junior Epworth League 1.45 y. m.
Prayer meeting Wednesday $780, p. m.
An are cordially invited.
BAPTIST.
Sunday school TO a. m.
Preaching Il d. m. and 9 D m.
3. Y. p. u ard Training Glass at
8 n. m SUNDAY.
Prayer meeting Wednesday at $50
y. m.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-06-21

No. $3.50
Sealed bids are invited 70 be filed with the I'M
iersiRned clerk OF or before
The let Monday Of July. 1918, at O'Clock p. m.
for supplying Noxlb.n county, Mississippi. with
one l-h9rsc power roller to crush rock.
tn. board reserve tie right to reject any or all
bids.
BY order ftha Eoad Of Supervisors entered on
MIMI q boo, n, az Iagc 46S.
This June 3th 1876
join a. TYSON. Macpn. Miss)
Clerk Board Supervisors.