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Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-03-14

House cheered Justify; the voice OF
Condor hoarsely proposed q health;
and the bottles were waved in the air.
For Il few moments Aldrich remain
ed, watch in his hand, his gaze travel
ing from the window to the massed
forces of the enemy. He saw David
Roi come down the stairs from the
office, his men at his heels. The SNUG
gler strobe across the square and
thrust himself into the heart Of the
press OF his little army. For Aldrich
that act stood as an open and insolent
challenge, manifest intent TO barriCade
himself, as. d prisoner Of the govern
ment, behind the bodies of his lawless
followers.
That settles it, Mr.. Clifford" he
said, and he snapped his watch-case.
Honest men of Attegat," he cried,
addressing those who surrounded him,
that man, David Roi, is a. smuggler
whom | have just arrested in the name
of the United States. He is defying
high authority. You are citizens of
the United States. l call on you to do
your duty. Raise your right hands. u
The hands came up, though wonder
ment was on their faces.
He swore them solemnly as special
officers.
Get weapons where you cdn-clubs
pitchforks, anything" he told his new
posse. "The law is with YOU. Do not
be afraid"
But wait one moment, Aldrich,
began the patriarch.
Il cannot listen, now retorted thu
officer, curtly. II must warn you
sir, that I shall resent anything whicl
seems like interference with officer
making an arrest"
lie turned away from the appealing
gaze of the two old men.
"I assume all responsibility an
/, inside the law"
Representative Clifford, his feature
, working with emotion, stared towar,
the south under the curve of his hand
lie was like a prophet who had pre-
, dicted, had hoped, had prayed, and a
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-03-14
THE PROBLEM OF THE EMPTY
MANSION
A Little Matter Of Mortgage

MISS BENKS reported that the en-
W gine for pumping the water for the
artesian we'll was balky, but that
Eagles managed to coax enough Ike
from it for his needs.
The water tank was sound. The cleo
tric light company had left the cable
up because it was cheaper to do so than
to take 1t down. No one had visited
the place since last fall.
"Well Mr.. Duke" she added, now
you've seen the place, hope you agree
with me that it's better to put the place
IN for auction and be rid of it.
I'VE would do little more than pay
off the mortgage by such plan," OBJ
iected Duke.
after May / therell be no place
To sell anyhow" snapped Miss BenNs'
'for the Karaby Bay National Bank re-
fuses to carry the mortgage beyond
that date
Lets go there now and be sure.
The place was locked up ana we
drove off--Eagles sourly watching ouf
departure.
"That mans a scamp" Miss Benks
scowled as she spoke He runs tine
place down to everybody. Thinks he has
a life easy job now, and hates to lose
it."
We soon arrived at the little BANK
building. a one-story stone erection, and
Duke and l entered. Miss BenlSs. at
Dul;e's request remained in the car.
The pres dent. fortunately. was in. but
after we introduced ourselves, told us
he was unusually busy today, gentle
men, so please be BRIEF
"I'ye called .on behalf of Miss Car
stairs" began Duke, when the presi'
dent said fussily:
ITS no use talking about that mort
gage ,,.
$50 I understood Mr.. Ayleston, bu'
I wanted 10 see you before making
transfer"
The man looked puzzled and suspi'
cious. and said:
what do you mean?'
understand you wish to be renewed
Of the mortgage, SO I've come TO ar
range it, II my information Is correct
The mans attitude changed instantly
"Of course, we want, to see our cllents
able to take up mortgage, put hatu
rally we didn't wish to force thenl l'
any unwise action" .i
I'VE hope and expect to dispose of tht
place this fall. If you wish TO 'carr!
the mortgage for six months longer
that is, until November l, we shall b'
J happy to let it stay"
Ayleston, the bank president, shook hi
J head and said:
you'll never sell it. The place ha
all gone to rack and ruin. It'll hardl!
pay the mortgage. That's why want II
see the matter closed. Must look afte
; the banks interests"
Then perhaps Id better arrange
transfer" Duke promptly commented!
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-03-14
REAMLAND ADVENTURES Daddy


Sandhill Crane, land I have such q
lovely pair of children" 4
He is coming this way" shreked
King Bird. run, Princess Peggy"
Peggy turned, only to gasp with dis.
may at what she saw-on the ground
were scores of little birds, Just out OF
their nests and as yet unable to fly.
They were In the path of the coming
dog. What would happen IL she ran
away and deserted them? Forgetting
her own safety, Peggy, armed with her
stick, turned to face whatever danger
might appear.
There was a shaking of the tall marsh
grasses, and out from among them ran
ferce-looking dog. No wonder the
birds had called him wild. His eyes
were glaring horribly and froth was on
his lips. From his muzzles stuck out
dozens Of great bristles.
Mad dog!" shneked the birds, and
they flew in all directions.
The dog was headed for Peggy and.
she braced herself to meet his attack.
| Then Of sudden she was seized by
the arm and thrust backward. The
Mysterious knight jumped in front Of
her. AS he did so his sword caught in
bush and flew from his hand. The
Knight didn't wait to pick 1t up The
dog was too near. The Knight met him
with only his hands as weapons.
On lunged the dog. his face snared in
agony. Forward shot the gloved hands
of the knight, grasping the dog by the
collar and lifting him into the air,
seeking to choke him.
Peggy, seeking to aid the knight,
snatched up the sword and aimed the
sharp point at the body of the dog.
NO, moi! gasped the Mysterious
knight. THE poor beast is suffering,
We must save it,
I'm the neat chapter Peggy learns
1cho the Mysterious Knight 49,
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-03-14

haven't spoken to the people and with
drawn your name within ten minutes
shall consider that you intend TO
let matters take their course. That's
ALI"
|, lie determined not to prolong the
interview lie felt that he had said
just enough. lie threw back his
shoulders and walked toward the door.
The men allowed him to pass.
When he strobe across the square
and took his way back to where his
friends were waiting, most of the ro-
ters who had split from the avowed
rebels of the district hurried after him.
Curiosity to know what had been hap
pening up in Blaiss office drove them
at his heels. They came Crowding
around when he joined Clifford apd the
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-03-14
AT THE CAFETERIA

/ said Id have beans and a hunk Of peach pie
And the waiter approved Of my choice.
He never once strayed but he always was nigh
. Right there within sound Of my voice.
1 decided on coffee-he didn't get flip.
, lie stuck to his work with a stiff upper lip.
And he never once thought Of or wanted tip!
l felt I had cause to rejoice.
He paid more attention to than the rest.
/ confess it with feelings OF pride. .r
And all the folk there, If it came to test,
He'd ignore though Of hunger they died. -
His quiet efficiency, pleasing to see,
Was born without hope desire for feel
For the waiter that waited on me!
And couldn't do more if tried.
GRIF allen
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-03-14
THE RED LANE ss ssn.. "~.%1s "; n. Hsn ss'.r "
By HOLMAN DAY
4 Romance of the Border

window and thrust out his head. His
time of grace was not up.
He shouted and waved his hands,
calling attention TO himself. From
his impetuous haste, his excited de-
meanor. the shrill tones of his voice,
the officer drew quick and discourag'
ing augury: Blais had been nerved
again to contest; his was not the air
Of a man who intended to acknowledge
failure.
Listen, one and all" he screamed
"Slanderers have threatened me. But
I shall not be bulldozed, fellow Ac'
dams. stand for you. You must
stand for me. Believe no lies. am
a candidate. I shall stay a candi'
date"
The men at the door Of the Town
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-03-14
~A<LeN

tools Of trades. Master Donhan had
gathered meager equipment by ap-
peals to his friends outside" while
he was waiting for the fateful session
of another Legislature, hoping that
those in the States high stations
would once more incline to the needs
of Attegat, gathering his proofs and
his arguments to lay before the men
who should question Attegat's respon.
siblity and gratitude.
Evangeline Beaulieu led her flock
to tree at the brow Of the hill near
est to the village. She tried TO re-
sign herself to the duty that awaited
here there; she tried to make herself
feel that her lover had spoken wisdom
to her, that his urgent commands
should be- obeyed. She knelt beside
her little maids and steadied the
stubby fingers that toiled with needle
or wrought with pencil. But her eyes
wandered from the tasks, and her
ears were listening for sounds from
the village.
When childish treble piped eager
trials at Yankee speech, she heard
ever and ever that dull rumble OF
mems voices, and the growing mono.
tone suggested some beast who lurked
below there, under the trees, waiting
tleap and rend.
She pondered anXiously on what
Aldrich had said
lie had told her there would be dan
ger His eyes, his air had spoken tc
her as sincerely as his voice. He had
meant that there would be conflict
clash Of main against man, and defeat
defeat for one side; that must hap
pen. Which side was threatened? She
wished she had heard more news from
the village that day! She had asked
. many questions during the past days
she understood the principles at is
sue. She knew what Representativ,
Clifford stood for in the affairs of AT
tegat, in the hopes for the school, II
the promise of better things for th
poor people of Acadia when the grea
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-03-14
THE DAILY NOVELETTE,
RUSSET AND ROSE
By Sadie NJ. StuH

beats as it did now in the presence of
this mere slip of IL country girl. In
wardly the latter characterized Jack as
Adonls in russet corduroy. Outwardly
ner glance was Serenely impersonal AL
peit twin mischiefs danced in her brown
eyes at sight Of the empty game bag.
Jack recovered his wits in time to
iorestall the merry taunt trembling on
her lips.
His canine grace allowed his SYM
pathy for my poor luck to run away
with his manners. only hope you viii.
consider the circumstances extenuating."
30 saying, he grasped Dukes collar and
led him UP to the smiling girl--at the
same time extending the cap.
He gave me quite a scare" she ad-
mitted, patting Dukes tawny head.
IT imagined myself the only intruder iY'
the woods this morning"
"Aha!' exclaimed Jack. at was YOU
then who warned the feathered tribe Of
my coming !"
She laid restraining hand on his
rifle. Then pursuing her red lips she
| gave a peculiar call--sweet and trenlI-
lous-then clear and vibrant. The an.
swer came with startling swiftness ac-
companied by whirr of wings. II will
not call Brer Rabbit or Gray Squirrels"
she laughed, 'lest his grace again for
get his manners" Her merry eyes
wavered before Jacks admiring gaze.
"I must hurry home," she said with
sudden shyness. 'I have already over.
stayed my promised hour"
Jack arose to the occasion with alac-
rity. "Since Duke and I were respons1
! BILE for the delay, may we not tender
our apologies to--er-your mother9'
Something he glimpsed in the fair.
averted face filled Jack with secret ella
tion.. "Silence gives consent. dear little
maid of the woods" he said softly.
What's the answer, Jack? After tho
ing last night, / know some gain Offset
your hunting fiasco."
Jack leaned across the table. How
great gain / dare not estimate YETI
bst sor% m out to my sesreh aea olS the psa @ds
world il need be- was his oft-repeated
advice, till you find lass with the trus
"home" instinct If she takes kindly tn
outdoor life. loves flowers and the wes
will never be neglected. For an in.
stant Jacks handsome head was bowed
in silent tribute to his revered parent:
When he again looked up his animated
room.I "Are you still game, Dave
anent the offer you made last spring?'
The famous interior decorator smiled
through tho smoke of his Jimmy pipe.
"Sure thing, Jackie. The day your en-.
gagement Is announced Ill. start worA
on my wedding 'contrib'-namely, re.
production of this coveted den in your
new home"
Four months to the day the decorator
received a call on the ''long distance"
"Perfect your plans, old top"
with pleasure any pet suE
gestions you wish carried out p
only one" came back from Jack
Make the color scheme russet ant
rose"
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-03-14

King Bird over the marsh. lie felt
sure that with his quick, sharp, jabbing
way. of fighting, striking swiftly, then
darting away, he would be a match
for any dog. He wasn't going TO give
Peggy or the Mysterious knight a
chance to best him in this test.
I'VE had better go along" cried the
Mysterious Knight. But before he and
Peggy could reach the edge OF the
marsh King Bird came flying back in a
frenzy Of excitement.
"Fly! Mad dog! Mad dog" he
siirieked.
Did you drive him away?" doomed
Thunder-P Pump Blttern.
What do you think AMI wouldn't
tackle a mad dog for this whole world"
shrieked King Bird darting up to the
top OF a tall tree.
|. "Our nests are doomed" clattered
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-03-14
CONTINUED TOMORROW
His Political Affiliations

Old Uncle George is typical old-tirne
Kentucky negro and a firm Republican,
hut things are happening too swiftly for
him. and this Is how he unburdened his
soul to his "old MASTER:
You know, Marse Jeelns. Use always
been a Republican ever since I was
bohn but, believe me, from now on Use
foh any man what's so smart dat he can
add an hours daylight to de day and
can take away all de railroads from de
men what owns 'em and give 'em to his
son-in-law. 7 sho' am going to be a
Democrat from dis time on."-Life.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-03-14
THE WILD DOG

CCRANIB1ING out of the marshes
- came Thunder-pump Bittern and
Sandhill Crane, two odd-looking birds
that were almost strangers to Peggy.
Nevertheless they fed directly 20 her.
Hurry, Princess Peggy, and save our
eggs. and babies" doomed Thunder
Pump Bittern in a deep voice, almost
tying himself into knots getting the
words out of him.
"A dog is prowling among our nests
and destroying them," ratified Sandhil.
Crane in tones like n cowbell.
Peggy didn't like to venture into the
boggy marshes, but they were part
of Birdland. and a call had come TO her
as princess-she must obey.
SHOW me the way" she answered
promptly.
Nay, fair Princess, this is a job for
King Bird If he would prove his royal
right to rule" interrupted the Myste-
rious Knight.
"Thats right. Dogs are my meat
Lead me to this scamp and I'll tear the
fur off his side !" shrieked King Bird,
jumping up and down in his excitement
and making the orange tuft on his head
stand out like a warriors plume.
Thunder-Pump Bittern looked King
Bird over then gave n queer gasp OF
dsmay
"Thulnp. Thump! I'd rather have
YOU do it, Princess Peggy lie doomed
in his queer voice.
"Clankety -clank, we want Princess
Peggy" insisted Sandhill Crane.
"Tll have that dog out Of theresin
hurry. You watch !" And away flew
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-03-14
Auttor Of "Kins Spruce" 'The Ram.
rodders," "The Skipper and the
Skipped" etc.

last had suddenly been told that hopes
and prayers and earnest faith in that
time OF deep trouble were foolish and
futile.
MY God" he muttered, this is a
time that needs something besides fists
and clubs. 1t needs soul from old
Acadia. But Pere Leclair isn't here.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-03-14
The Joan OF Attegdf

TNHE sun smiled comfortingly on the
l. little activities of the hilltop; the
summer breeze caressed the waving
grasses there and thrust unseen FIN
gers in and out of the tresses of the
naples and the beeches.
Most OF the teachers and the chill.
dren were under the trees. The few
tents were used for the housing of the
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-03-14

(Kino Biro, icho desires TO rule
Birdldnd, Is put to TO three tests bp
the Mysterious Knight. He fails IN
tico but gets his third chance phen a
con for help comes from the murshes.g
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-03-14

I'm the neat chapter Peggy learns
1cho the Mysterious Knight 49,
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1919-08-07
MORTGAGE OF FIRST
METHODIST CHURCH
TO Be BURNED
TONIGHT

The burning of the mortgage and
notes on the lawn of the First Meth
odist church tonight, will be followed
by refreshments and pleasant So
cial hour. Everybody is invited. The
following is the program to be rem
dered:
Hymn-"True Hearted, Whole
Hearted"
Twenty-third Psalm in concert.
Prayer-Mr. A. G. Shaffer.
Vocal Solo: Miss Annie Laurie
Waring.
Five Minute Talk-By the pastor
Rev. L. D. Lowe.
Vocal Solo-Mr. c. H. King
Five Minute Talk-Rev.. j. Edgar
Wilson.
Vocal Solo-Miss Hodges. e.
Five Minute Talk--Rev. J. D. Ma,
jor.
Vocal Duet-Mr. and Mrs. W. G.
Norvell.
Five Minute Talk-Rev. J. Fred
Blackburn, Presiding Elder of Bar
tow District.
Burning Notes and Mortgagos-By
Miss Sarah Polk, while the congrega
ton sings: Praise God From Whom
All Blessings Flow
Benediction.
Mr.. w. G.. Norvell will be master
of ceremonies.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1919-08-07

Mr.. and Mrs. H. e. Pritchett and
daughters, Misses Elizabeth and Thel-
ma Pritchett, and Mrs. Pritchetts
brother. Mr.. o. S. McRae, returned
to Lakeland yesterday afternoon from
a delightful two months trip in their
car to various points in Georgia, Ten
nessee and Virginia. They also visited
Washington while away and had q
most enjoyable trip. Miss Ellie
Pritchett did not return with the
family, remaining for visit with her
grandmothr at McRae, Ga.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1919-08-07

Mrs. Earl J. Jackson, who has
spent the past five weeks in Morrell
Hospital, where she underwent an op-
GRAFTON, was able to leave today for
her home in Valdosta, Ga. She was
accompanied by Mrs. Gore, her
nurse, who will remain there
few days before returning to Lake
A land. 5l. ,tnalt
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1919-08-07
RODNEY WILSON, STABBED !
At MULBERRY TUESDAY 4
NIGHT, Died tool
Especial to the Telegram

Barlow Aug. Rodney Wilsd
OF this city, passed away here short
after noon today from the effects !
the wounds he received at Mulbe1
Tuesday night when he was stabn
while attempting to separate two al
who were fighting. The stahbing i
Cured during fight between uni
men and strike breakers.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1919-08-07

The remains of Mr.. Joel e. Carter.
who died yesterday in Tampa, were
brought here and taken this morning
to the Mount Tabor cemetery for in
terment. Mr.. Carter was the father
OF Mr.. W. w. Carter of this city
and the. latter has the deepes: SYM
pathy of his friends in his bereave-
ment.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1919-08-07

Congressman and Mrs. H. ]. Drane
leave this evening for Haven Beach,
where they will enjoy the bathing and
Mr.. Drane can secure a little much
needed rest before his return to
Washington.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1919-08-07

Mrs. H. J.. Drane asks that the
children of the Episcopal church meet
Saturday afternoon as usual at the
church. She will be out Of town, but
Mrs. Eaton will he in charge during
her absence.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1919-08-07
BEGINS BUSINESS UNDER THE
PROMISING CONDITIONS

The Millsap Clothing Company, in
corporated, opened their handsome
new store to the public yesterday, and
hundreds called to view the attrac.
tive new stocks and in many in
stances, make selections.
This store carries goods CT ac-
knoweleged merit-the highest grade
brands in the line OF mems and boys
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1919-08-07

In the published program in yes
terday's editions, of the exercises at
the Methodist church tonight, the
name of Miss Ellen Hodges was in
advertently omitted by the program
committee. Miss Hodges, who has =
very sweet voice, will delight the au-
dience with song.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1919-08-07
In s CT e I Y
Miss Ann CardtVeU Welded Last
Night To Mr.. Ralph Horne

the matron of honor, Mrs. Barnwell
Fuller, gowned in lavender georgette
and wearing lavender maline pic
ture hat. She carried a shower
bouquet of roses. Next came the
ring bearer, Barnwell Fuller Jr., fol-
lowed by the sweet little flower girl.
Catherine Cardwell Fuller, who scat
tered rose petals in the path Of the
bride. The lovely bride entered on
the arm of her brother, Mr.. Thomas.
L. Cardwell, who gave her away.
She was beautifully gowned in pussy
willow satin, with bridal veil, and
carried a shower boquet of brides
roses.
After the betrothal at the chancel
steps, the couple assembled the steps
to the altar rail, where the final vows
were taken, during which time the
choir sang 20 Perfect Love-" the
words of which are reproduced here
with:
o perfect Love, all human thought
transcending,
Lowly we knecl in prayer before
Thy throne,
That theirs may be the love that
! knows no ending,
Whom Thou for evermore dost join
in one.
o perfect Life, be Thou their full as
surance
Of tender charity and steadfast
faith,
Of patient hope, and quiet, brave en-
durance,
With childlike trust that fears moi
] pain nor death.
Grant them the joy which brightens
earthly sorrow;
Grant them the peace which calm.
/ all earthly strife,
And to life's day the glorious un
known morrow
That dawns upon eternal love ant
| life.
The bridal party left the church tt
the strains of Mendelssohnsl Wed
ding March, played by Mrs. ,byane
The happy couple were showere'
with sincerest congratulations APT
GOOD wishes by the many. friend
present, after which the bride, ne
paired to her home where she don
ned her travelling suit of black ttffe.a
hat and shoes to match.
The bride is one of Lakelsads mos
, talented young women, bying an ac
complished singer, WHO graciousl
has given of her talept to the enjoy
ment of many audiences. She pos
sesses a charming personality. an
her friends, while wishing her al
the happiness in the world, regre
very greatly that her marriage vii
take her from Lakeland.
The groom has recently returne
from overseas but will return t
Shamokin, Pa, to resume his dutie
}. az. principal of the Shamokin grade
i school. HIS is also an accomplishe
e musician. Both young people carr
I with, them the heartiest good wishe
e Of many friends both here and else
where.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1919-08-07

Mr.. W. L. Thompson will go UP to
Jacksonville tonight to meet his fam
lily, who are returning from the
mountains of North Carolina, where
they have spent the past several
weeks.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1919-08-07

Mr.. D. B. Dickson and family
leave in their car early tomorrow
morning for the mountains of North
Carolina, where they will spend the
next several weeks most pleasantly
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1919-08-07

Mr.. and Mrs. W. M. HetheringtOn
will arrive this evening from Dade
City, and will spend the next two
weeks here, guests of Mr.. M. F.
Hetherington and family.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1919-08-07

Mrs. A. Slaughter, of Montana will
arrive tonight to be the guest for
several weeks of her sister, Mrs.
Canvass White, at the latter's home in
Park Hill. nj
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1919-08-07

Mr.. r. j. Straw returned last night
from Green Springs, where he ac-
companied Mrs. Straw the first Of the
week.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1919-08-07
MICKEY is COMM

Nine American steamship III
have been formed for the inaugH
ton of services to Hamburg and il
men, according to the Journal
Commerce. efis 4