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Junior, that's what they call you,
isn't it? I'm the only idle man here.
Can't you give me something to do?
I'll do anything. I'd like the boss to
find me busy when he comes in."
sMacLean softened the offer. Perhaps
until Mr.. Godfrey learned the ropes he
could be of general use. They were
short-handed the present moment
there was another hesitation-in the
kitchen! Ling, the Chinese cook, was
overcrowded-so many visitors
"Great," crowed Godfrey, slalping
him on the shoulder. IT don't want to
feel in the way. Nwant to earn my
board. Lead me to the cook!"
That evening, the dinner was helped
on its way by the best-paid singer of
England. In an apron, borrowed Of
Ling, he was "having the time Of his
life." Ling, pretending to scold, had
been won Immediately. Rickard, hear
ing Of the jolly advent, forgot his 'vex-
alton, and Immediately on his return
made his way to the mesquit inclosure
Ito greet the friend Of George Mac
Lean. . .,=
After dinner, MacLean carried off
his prize to the Delta, where Godfrey
earned his welcome. Gerty Hardin for
got to ,flirt with the engineers; she
had discovered q new sensation. The
wonderful voice twisted her heart
strings; It told her that the heart that
has truly loved never forgets, and she
knew lnat she could never have really
loved, yet, because the youth In he'
veins was whispering to her that she
could still forget. Godfrey saw a mo-
bile plaintive face turned up to the
gibbous moon; he swept 1t with thrills
and fushes. She was wonderful au'
dience; she was also his orchestra, the
woman with the plaintive eyes. he
played on her expressions as though
she were harp.
Later, he was presented to Mrs
Hardin. She told him that the camp
would no longer be dull; that she had
tea every afternoon ir her ranaua.
She convicted MIN archly of British-
hood. "She knew he must have his
teal" ..... -.
'You American women are the won.
ders Of the world Nothing daunts you.
In the desert, and you give afternoon
teas. I'll be there every day!"
He gave her open admiration; she
looked young and wistful in her soft
flowing mulls, the moonlight helping
her. She fell into a delicious furry OF
nerves and excitement. Later, she
wandered with him from rude gaping
world into a heaven Of silvered decks
and cleaning waters. He told her OF
himself, of his loneliness; his music
had dropped him to self-pity.
Gerty Hardin heard her bars drop
behind her. She snatched her first
glimpse Of freedom.
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grown before It was recognized. Dis
affection was ripe, the bucks were
heady, the white mans silver acting
like wine. Few Of the braves had
dreamed Of ever possessing sums Of
money such as they drew down each
Sunday morning. Rickard began to
suspect liquor again. In the Indian
camp Sunday was a day Of feasting,
followed by gorged sleep; the next
day one Of languor, Of growing inco-
hesion. ..- &c.. ...----.--.. -..
Rickard spoke Of 1t to Coronel.
:. Like small baby" hmched the old
shoulders. "Happy baby. Pretty soon
STOP" .-..,... ...... =. .... ...e.... .-.-..
With the next wages went repri-
mand, then warning. Still followed
bad Mondays. Rickard then issued a
formal warning to all the tribes. -
"The situation with the Indians Ia
serious" said Richard to MacLean.
They're getting liquor in here, some
way, the Lord only knows how. Any
way, they're not fit for burning Mon
day morning. I've just sent them word
by Coronel that it's got to quit, or they
do" IS.
Suppose they do?" MacLean was
startled. Not an Indian could be
spared at that stage Of the game.
"Bluffl" Rickard got up. "They
won't take the chance Of losing that
money. Pm off now to the Crossing.
I'll leave you in charge here"
The next morning Wooster broke in
to the ramada where MacLean sat
clicking his typewriter.
"Everything's up. Richards done 1t
now. Sent some ALFRED, Independent
kindergarten orders to the Indians.
Says they have to be in bed by ten
o'clock, or some such hour on Satur-
day, and Sunday nights. It's strike,
their answer. That's what his monkey
ing has brought down On u.s."
They're not going to quit?"
- (To be Continued Friday.)
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Addie Woodhurst have been elected
delegates from Bethia society to at
tend the meeting at Ninety Six May
1-2g {. B
Mrs. Lucille Evans is spending the
week with her mother, Mrs. Jim Link
Sorry to say that our Dr.. Hunter
has been very sick, but gladto say
that he is better at this writing. !.
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CLUB BUYING SAVES 5000:

=. Fourteen farmers, cooperative
clubs have been organized by the agi-
cultural agent in Rapides Parish, La.
Through them seed, fertilizers, and
farmers supplies i have been pur-
chased, resulting in a saving Of more
than $4,000 to the members. By Coz:
operative buying $4,000 has been
saved in the purchase of acid phoss.
phate, $1,65o on potato sacks, $410
on Irish potato seed, and $50 on seed
wheat. The agent is now planning to-
buy two thrashing outfits on the Coz.
operative plan for members Of the.
clubs. y 3
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CHAPTER Xxx.
The Dragon Scores.


The Palmyra was once again on Its
siding. Marshall was at the front
again.. having made another of his
swift dashes from Tucson. This time
he expected officially to close the gate.
Claudia was with him. She never left
the car, unless 1t were to step out to
the platform to see what she could
from there Of the river work. >..
Hardin and Rickard had been devot.
ing anxious weeks. A heavy rainfall
and cloudburst in the mountains Of
northern, Arizona had swollen the feed.
ers Of the ella river which roared
down to the Colorado above Yuma.
Tbs eroding streams carried noun
tains i'd solution which settled against
the gate, scouf starting above and
below it. Relief had TO- be given on
the jump. A spur track was rushed
across the bypass above the gate, as
the closing Of the Inflated gate, with
the fashboards was no longer possible.
A rock-fill was the only means Of
closure. In the distant quarries men
were digging out rock to fill the call
from the river.
Marshall came down to see the COM
pleted spur. Before he reached the
intake, the first rock train had moved
onto the spur track. The trestle had
settled, the train had been thrown
from the rails and wrecked.
Marshall came in from the damaged
restle, bringing Richard and Crothers.
Mrs. Marshall had invited Innes Har-
din to dine with them. 1nnes fell to
flushing, and chilling, as Hthe-mus-
eled figure came directly to her. His
eyes-where was the look she had
feared, Of possesslve tenderness7 The
quizzical gleam was gone. On guard
A solemn business, loving, when you
know that It means-life! On guard,
though. to herI She pulled her I'm
gers from his strong lingering clasp,
and Joined Mrs Marshall. ,..-
Richard had his soldier look ca. She
was watching him eovertly - he
talked with his host and .OrothsrA a.
though ahs were not thors: - thousA
something wors not waiting for hin 70
aaiAa HeN IeesA b h talks4k a.
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livious of everything else In the world
except the river? Was that-loving?
Could she think Of anything else when
he was in the same room with her?
He was q soldier Of the modern army.
1t. came to her, q sort Of tender diyi-
nation, that he would not divide his
thoughts, even with her, with love, un-
til his battle was won. Well, couldn't
she understand that2 What her accu-
sation against Gerty? Sex honor
keep off the track! Wasn't that her
own notion? Oughtn't she to be proud
of him? ~. y. e... -T
She had brought a nest of waspfsh
thoughts tumbling about her ears.
Gerty! He had loved GertJ. he
couldn't love her, if his thoughts had
ever fingered, with that same serious
ly solemn look on the false little face
of her sister-in-law. ~ .......
After dinner they were standing in
the shade of. the Palmyra. It was a
soft still afternoon. The 'f1erceness Of
the savage desert had melted to her
days Of lure. Beyond, the turbid wa
,ters Of the Colorado bore smiling sur
face. There was nothing to hint OF
treachery. J. g.
It was q minute Of pleasant lassi-
tude, snatched from the turmoil. Rick
ard had succumbed to the softness of
the day and his mood. He was enjoy
ing the thought Of Innes' nearness,
though she kept her face turned from
him. He knew by the persistence OF
those averted eyes that she was as
acutely conscious Of his presence as he
was, restfully, Of hers. Deliberately,
he was prolonging the instant.
A stir en- the river had caught the
alert eye of Tod Marshall. He swore
string Of picturesque Marshallian
oaths. Richards eyes jumped toward
the bypass. The placid waters had
suddenly buckled. Majestically the
gate rose and went out. Months Of
work swept awayl The gate drifted
1CCI VI uOlCs SOIuC uuSCSA
obstruction caught it there, to mock
at the labors Of man.
Innes, aghast, turned toward Rick
ard. His face was expressionless
There was babel Of excited voices
behind them, Bodefeldt, AacLean,
Tony, Crothers, Bangs, all talking at
once. Her eyes demanded something
Of Rickard. A fierce resentment rose
against lis calmness. "He knew it."
she rebelled. Hes been expecting
this to happen. It's no tragedy to
him!" There was a stab as Of physl-
cal pain; she was visualizing the blow
to Tom. "
She heard Marshall's voice, speak
ing to Rickard. "Weli, you're ready
for this" She did not hear the an
swer, for already Rickard was heading
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CHAPTER xxx.
"A Glimpse Of Freedom.


The siding was deserted. The Pal.
myra had run out to Tuscon. Marshall
had gone without apprehension. They
did not expect now to have setbacks,
to have to extend the time set for the
ultimate diversion. The days were
flowing like oil. The encampment was
filing up with visitors, newspaper men
Who came to report tho spectacular
capture Of the river. -. ...... . ..
Richards day badly begun, piled up
with yexationa BY sundoun, he was
wet to the arin, and mad as sick Ari-
IONA cat ..-. ..,...>
In, this jaundieed juncture. Mac
Lean, IT, brought down his dispatches
to the river. He read Of the burning
Of atrainload Of railroad ties. Rickard
swore. ...-. o.. ... -
Anything else pleasant?" .--
"A letter from the governor-from
dad" MaeLean read that. his father
begged a small favor Of Rickard.
Godfrey, the celebrated English
tenor, Is on my hands. His doctors
have been advising outdoor occupa-
ton. I am sending him to you, ask
ing you to give him any job you may
have. He is willing to do anything.
Put him at something to keep him oc-
cupied."
.MacLean saw Richards face turn
red. |"Sufferlng cats! A worn-out
opera slngerl What sort Of an opera
does he think we're giving down here2
Why doesn't he send me fur coat. or
a pair of girl twinsp Give the tenor
q role! Anything else? Pile it all
on"
"Oh, and one from Godfrey himself.
He's In Los Angeles. He says he'll be
here tomorrow" He did not wait for
his chiefs reply.
At the supper table, Rickard, dry
and In restored humor, alluded to the
invasion of high notes. "Pity the parts
are all assigned The only vacancy
is in the kitchen. I wonder how he
would like to be understudy to Iug!"
The next day when the incident had
been forgotten, and while Rickard was
up at the Crossing G2 the concrete
gate, Godfrey blew into camp. He
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for the bypass. Marshall and tho
young engineers followed him.
To Innes that wreck down yonder
was worse than failure; it was ruin.
It involved Toms life. It was his life.
This would be the final crushing Of his
superb courage-her thoughts released
from their paralysis were whipped BY
sudden fear. She must find him, be
with him. The next instant she was
speeding toward the encampment. ',
Estrada met her on the run.
Had Gerty heard7 The pity that
she must knowi. She would not be ton
der to Tom; her pride would be
wounded, She must ask her to be ten
der, generous. Her footsteps slack
ened as she came in sight Of the tents.
She heard voices in the ramada, a
mans clear notes mingling with Ger
tvs childish treble. "Godfrey!" Her
mind jumped to other tete-a-tetes. OF
course! So that was what was going
on. And she not seeing! If not one
man, then anotherl Horrid little clan
destine affairs!
The meeting was awkward. Speed
lily Innes got rid Of the news. Mrs.
Hardin shrugged. II believe Ill 60
out" Plaintively, she made the an
nouncement, as though 1t were just
evolved. "Now, the camp will be hor-
rid. Everybody will be cross and
everybody will be working"
As she left the tent beyond, hnes
could hear the vibrant voice Of God
frey persuading Mrs. Hardin to stay
there few weeks longer. She could
hear him say, "This will delay the turn
ing Of the river at the most but a few
weeks. Rickard told me 80 q week ago.
And think what it would b here With
out youl"
They wers ali expecting i'll" raalst
cd Innss Hardin. She turned back to-
ward the rivss. She must 6nd Tom.
T.. CHAPTER XXI. =
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FOR SALE-A quarter interest in the
steamboat Harry Davis For further
Information call on. or address, Harry
Davis, at Draper, Davis & Co.'S office.
Milford, Del 2-14-2t
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TO THE PUBLIC in GENERAL.

You all, both great and small, rich
or poor, have a body to care for; and
therefore | invite you to come and pay
US a visit look over our large store Of
first-class and fresh merchandise. We
have some work clothes for the men and
boys, some things for the ladies but
first of all we are trying to carry full
line of staple groceries and fresh and
salt meats, notions as a side line. Your
business with US, whether large or
small, will receive our careful atten-
tion. We will care for your needs as
best we can, and pledge you honest and
treatment at all times.
Yours for business,
r. J. HARDING,
No. 131 West Front Street,
2-14-2t North Milford, Del
Milford chronicle., 1919-02-21

FOR SALE QUICK-6O0 s. C. White
Leghorn pullets hatched in April, 1918,
from "a 20 full Barron stock. In per-
'ecJ health and now laying so per cent.
The Delaware Egg Farm, Milford. Del.
inquire Of W. J.. Gricr.
Milford chronicle., 1919-02-21
GETTING RID OF COLDS.

The easiest and quickest way to get
rid of a cold is to take Chamberlain $
Cough Remedy. This preparation has
been in use for many years and its value
fully proven. No matter what remedy
you use, however, care must be taken
not to contract a second cold before
you have recovered from the first one.
and there is serious danger of this. A
man of middle age or older should 90
to bed and stay in bed until fully re-
covered. 1t is better to stay in bed
three days at the start than three
weeks later on.
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IN MEMoRIAM

In sad but loving remembrance of our
dear Mother, Mrs. Louisa J. Robinson,
who died February %. 1917:
our dear mother died just two years ago;
White she suffered very much il was hard
10 see her 60
Your busy hands are folded, your work
on earth is done
Your troubles are ended your heavenly
crown Is won
Silently the shades OF evening gather
around our lonely door,
Silently IL brings before US the dear face
we can see no more.
Farewell dear mother, may your slumber
be as gentle AS your love
And when God shall call us homeward
may We meet in Heaven above
nauuhf.a~
Milford chronicle., 1919-02-21
LIME For SPRING USE.

Charles NJ. Hammond of Milford. Del
aware. is booking orders for "LeGore
Lime" and "Rambo Lime. Orders
must be placed early to be filed prompt
ly. | am selling both Hydrate and Stone
Lime from both these companies. New
drills will be furnished for spreading
the lime. to those who order thru me,
free of charge. 2-7tf
CHARLES NJ. HAMMOND. Milford. Del.
Milford chronicle., 1919-02-21
THAT TERRIBLE HEADACHE

Do you have periodic attacks OF
headache, accompanied by sickness Of
the stomach or vomiting, sallOw skin
and dull eyes? If so. you can get quick
relief by taking Chamberlain's Tablets
as directed for biliOusness, and you
may be able to avoid these attacks if
you observe the directions with each
naclxapp
Milford chronicle., 1919-02-21
LIMElLIMEM

Having taken over the Lime business
of The Knickerbocker Lime Co., for
merly handled by Geo. M. Simpson, we
are now booking orders for the spring,
and are in position to take care of your
needs and thank you for continuation
of your patronage.
1-3ltf THE PIERCE HARDWARE Co.
Milford chronicle., 1919-02-21
NOTICE.

Delaware State tuberculosis Com
Dispensary for Sussex County.
at Georgetown. Delaware, open every
at 4p. m. for the free treat
ment of chest diseases, and for admis-
sion to Hope Farm for white patients
and Edgewood Sanitarium for colored
patients. For further information write
to MISS ELIZABETH HAZARD,
Lewes. Delaware,
)-20-1yr Sussex County Nurse.
Milford chronicle., 1919-02-21
ADMINISTRATORS NOTICE

l. the undersigned, have taken out
letters of administration on the estate
of my father, Perry P Richards, de-
ceased. Those owing bills to said es-
tate and those having bills against
said estate will please present or set
tie same before March Is.
MINNIE r. DAVIES,
2-21-3t AdministratriX.
Milford chronicle., 1919-02-21
IN MEMoRIAm

4 tribute 20 Emma Estella Isaacs. VII
died February %. 1915:
-Four years have flown. dear little girl.
Since the day you went away.
Leaving hearts crushed low with GRIEF
That cuts so deep today.
Yet We try 20 grow resigned
Al what the Masters given,
Knowing that when earth is passed
Wen meet you safe in Heaven
Her uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs
ltp T. W Prettyman, Milford, Del
Milford chronicle., 1919-02-21
SUSSEX COUNTY SCHOOL CoMMIS
SION FIRST QUARTER MEETING.

The Sussex County School Commission
will hold their first quarterly meeting on
Thursday, March 9th. 1919. at TO- Is a.
m, at the Court House in Georgetown.
Delaware. for the purpose of transact
ing any and all business properly brought
before that body.
2-2l-2t GEORGE HILL, Secretary.
Milford chronicle., 1919-02-21
KENT COUNTY SCHOOL COMNiIS
SION FIRST QUARTER MEETING.

The Kent County School Commission
will hold its first quarterly meeting on
Friday, March 9TH, 1919, at 10 O. clock
a. m., in the office of the Commissioner
of Education at Dover, Delaware, for
the purpose of considering and acting
upon any business brought properly be-
fore the commissioners. 22ltf
THEO. TOWNSEND. President
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IN MEMoRIAM

In sad but loving remembrance OF our
dear Mother. Mrs. Clara Thomas Hopkins.
who departed this life February Is, 1918;
Thy gentle voice now is hushed,
Thy warm, true heart is STILL
And on thy young and lovely brow
Is resting deaths cold chill.
Thy hands are resting now forever,
We have kissed thy lovely brow.
And in our aching hearts we know
We have no mother now.
Sadly missed by her children.
Milford chronicle., 1919-02-21
IN MEMoRIAM

In sad remembrance OF Mrs. Lille Tay-
lor, who departed this life February Is,
1918:
Just one year ago today
My dear Lille passed away.
She suffered hours, yes, hours Of pain,
But did not murmur or complain,
But patiently bore IL all
Till She heard the Savior's call.
1tp Mother and Children p
Milford chronicle., 1919-02-21
FERTILIZERS FOR SALE.

have in storage the following grades
of Fertilizers Rock and Potash Salt,
Acid Phosphate Rock -1-10-0. 2-l0-0,
$50, 4-9-0, 2-9-2. 3-9-3. 2-9-3. 2-9-4. l
am in the position to name you a very
good price on these grades. Special
price on car lots. 22ltf
FRANK CLENDANIEL, Lincoln. Del.
Milford chronicle., 1919-02-21
TO WHOM 1T MAY CONCERN.

| have purchased the Dorsey Sand
Pit, and forewarn any and all persons
from removing Sand from there with
out written order from me. or some
one duly authorized by me. ANY viola
tion will be prosecuted according to law.
1-3l-4t G. Y. WILKERSON
Milford chronicle., 1919-02-21
IN mEmoRlAm

In memory OF Mary A. Reese, who de-
parted this life February ls, 1917:
Dearest Mother, how we've missed YOU
In the two years just rolled by;
Though you've gone you're not forgotten
Your place can never be filled.
We will keep your memory sacred
Till our hearts in death are stilled.
ltp Her Children.
Milford chronicle., 1919-02-21

VIM. Farnum at the Palace Theatre.
Friday and Saturday nights, February
2lst and 22nd, in Fighting Blood, a
1919 version inspired by the famous
song, my Old Kentucky Home. " If
you ever enjoyed picture Of the South
this is one for you to see. Mr.. Farnum
is at his best in this great southern
play. VIM. H. Warren, Prop. 1t
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TO WHOM 1T MAY CONCERN.

1t has been rumored that my business
is for sale since the death of my wife.
Ny home, nor any part of my business.
is not for sale. Signed
2-2I-2t VIM. H. WARREN,
February lS. Milford, Delaware.
Milford chronicle., 1919-02-21
COUNTRY PRODUCE AND
POULTRY WANTED.

will pay the highest cash price for
all kinds of Country Produce. Poultry
a speciality. r. H. DERRICRsOE.
2-7tf Lincoln City. Del.
Phone l44-R6.
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CARD OF THANKS.

We wish to thank our friends and
neighbors for their kindness and ex-
pressions of sympathy during the sick
ness and death of our daughter, Dorothy
NJ. Argoe.
Mr.. AND MRS. HARRY H. ARGOE
Itp AND Son.
Milford chronicle., 1919-02-21
CORN WANTED.

l am buying Corn, shelled or on cob.
in any quantities. Will load at nearest
railroad station. Will furnish shelter
Get in touch with me before selling.
l2-13tf FRANK CLENDANIEL,
Phone Milford l23. Lincoln City. Del.
Milford chronicle., 1919-02-21
FOR SALE

Brass bed and springs.
Pair white enameled beds and
springs.
Dresser and wash stand.
Couch.
Two wash sets.
1 kitchen range with hot water back.
l rocking chair.
Mrs. Frank Greco,
1-31-tf Milford
Milford chronicle., 1919-02-21
LIMEi LlMEM

am now booking orders for spring
shipment of Hydrated, Ground and
Lump Lime for S. W. Barrick & Sons.
Drills furnished. Place orders earlv.
2-21-4tp ]. PIERCE PRETTYMAN,
Phone 150-R22. Milford, Del.
Milford chronicle., 1919-02-21
SAND! sANDn sAND!!!

l wish to inform all persons that will
have use for good Building Sand that
have purchased of Mrs, H. S. Holmes
the Dorsey Sand Pit and am in a posi-
tion TO furnish Sand for all your needs.
1-81-4t c. V. WILKERsON.
Milford chronicle., 1919-02-21
ADMINISTRATORS NOTICE.

All those who owe and are owed to,
or by, the estate of R. c. Hill, of Red
den, Delaware, please make presenta-
tion as early as possible.
2-14-3t R, c. HILL, JR., Admir-.