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The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30

quicker movement: excelled In
weight of body and coolness Of brain.
Twice he pricked me deep enough to
draw blood, before succeeded In
twisting backward the arm with which
he held the blade. He met the game
too late, falling half back upon one
knee, hoping thus to foil my purpose.
There was the sharp crack Of bone,
as his useless fingers let the knife
drop, a snarled curse of pain, and then,
with the rage Of mad dog, Sanchez
struck his teeth deep into my cheek.
With thrill Of exultation i gripped
the knife, driving instantly the keen
blade to Its hilt into the mans side.
He made no cry, no struggle-the set
teeth unlocked, and he fell Imply
back on the sand, his head Tapped by
the waves.
The fellow lay motionless, his face
upturned to the sky. but invisible ex-
cept in dim outline. rested my ear
over his heart, detecting no murmur
Of response: touched the veins Of his
wrist, but found there no answering
thr0b of life.
With the death-dealing knife still
gripped in my hand 1 raced forward
along the narrow strip Of sand, reck
less of what l might encounter. ran
on until reached the sloop. Through
the gloom concealing the deck could
perceive only dim figures, riot Of
men. battling furiously hand to hand.
yet out Of the ruck doomed through
the darkness in larger outlines than
the others-C ochose, the negro. ]
leaped at the fellow and struck with
the keen knife. missing the heart but
plunging the blade deep into the flesh
Of the shoulder. The next instant ]
was in q bears grip, the very breath
crushed out Of me, yet. by some
chance, my one arm remained free,
and I drove the sharp steel into him
twice before he forced the weapon
from my fingers. I thrust an elbow
beneath the brute's chin, and thus
forced his head back until the neck
cracked
He was too strong, too immense Of
stature. Apparently unweakened by
his wounds, the giant negro. thor
oughly aroused, exerted his mighty
muscles, and, despite my utmost effort
at resistance, thrust me back against
the stern rail-, where the weight of his
body pinned me helplessly. With
roar of rage he drove his huge fist into
my face, but happily was too close to
give much force to the blow. My own
hands, gripping the neckband of his
coarse shirt, twisted it tight about the
great throat until, in desperation,
painting for breath, the huge brute
actually lifted me in his arms and
hurled me backward headlong- over
the rail. / struck something as / fell,
yet rebounding from this splashed into
the deep water and went down so
nearly unconscious as to make not
even the slightest struggle. And yet
came up once more to the surface,
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30
When Stitching Seams.
To Freshen Oriental Rugs.

A mixture of borax, ammonia and
water is excellent and will not injure
the rugs. To one pint Of water add
two tablespoonful of powdered borax
and one tablespoonful Of ammonia,
stirring well. Apply while the water
is warm with a small brush, rubbing
against the nap. When the entire rug
has been gone over wipe in the same
direction with the nap with a soft
cloth which will not lint. Then brush
with the nap, using dry brush. After
this treatment the rugs will be silky.
clear and with better sheen. This
was told by a native rug dealer.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30
Made No Cry. No Struggle.

arising by sheer chance directly be-
meath the small dory-which my body
must have struck as / following by
a painter astern of the sloop, and for
tunately retained sense enough to
cling desperately to this first thing my
hands touched, and thus remained con-
cealed.
The dory caught in some current,
fioated at the very extremity of its
slender towline, and in consequence
the sloop appeared little more than a
mere smudge, when my eyes endeav-
ored to discover its outlines. Evil
IDENTIFY the bloody work had been COM
pleted, for now all was silent on board.
Then came the voice, of Estada in a
gruff inquiry:
$50 you are hiding here, Cochose?
What are you looking for in the sea?"
"What? Why that id English
man. Mon Dieu! He fought me like
a mad rat"
'The Englishman, you say? He was
here then? 1t was he you battled
with? What became of the fellow?"
HE went down there. senior. The
dog stabbed me three times. 1t was
either he or to co."
'You mean you threw him over
board?"
SAY, with his ribs crushed in, and
not breath left in his id body.
He's never come up even-rve watched
and there has not been SO much as
ripple where he sank"
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30
A Battle to Death in Dark
ness of Night.

Synopsis - Geoffry Carlyle.
master of sailing ships at twen-
ty-six, is sentenced to 20 years
servitude in the American col
onies for participation in the
Monmouth rebellion in England.
Among the passengers on board
the ship on which he Is sent
across are Roger Fairfax,
wealthy Maryland planter; his
niece. Dorothy Fairfax, and Lieu
tenant Sanchez, a Spaniard, who
became acquainted with the Fair
faxes in London. Carlyle meets
Dorothy, who informs him her
uncle has bought his services.
Sanchez shows himself an enemy
Carlyle. The Fairfax party, now
on its own sloop in the Chesa-
peake bay, encounters a mys-
terious bark, the Namur of Rot
terdam.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30

he can be taken alive. I would deal
with him."
'Then after that" Sanchez went on
deliberately, as though murder was of
small account, "you will follow me up
the bluff. Who are the others with
your"
"Carl Anderson, Pedro Mendez and
Cochose."
"Well chosen; Mendez is the least
valuable, and we will leave him with
the prisoner at the boat. The big ne
gro. Cochose, together with Manuel,
can attend to Travers and the two ne
crosses they sleep below. That will
leave you and the Swede to get the
chest. No firearms If they can be
avoided. have been over the house
and drawn diagram. You can look
it over in the cabin Of the sloop. The
stairs lead up from the front hall. I
will go with you to the door Of Fair
fax's ROOM"
"And you. senor-the grip
"What know you of any girl?"
"That there was one on the deck of
the sloop-an English beauty. 1t was
when you turned to greet her that
you gave me the signal. I merely
thought that perhaps"
eThen stop thinking" burst forth
Sanchez enraged. Thinking has moth
ing to do with your work. If there
is a girl attend to her. Let that suf-
flee. Diosl am chief here, or are
You? You have my orders; now obey
them and hold your tongue. Bring the
men up here"
The little band Of men emerged
from the concealment of the fog
noiselessly. / could distinguish no
faces, scarcely indeed the outlines of
their separate forms in the gloom, but
one was an unusually big fellow-Co-
chose.
Lads" he said incisively, a sharper
note of leadership in the tone, sit has
been a bit quiet for you lately; but
now I am back again, and we'll try
our luck at sea once more"
There was a savage growl Of re-
Spouse, a sudden leaning forward of
dark figures.
"We'll begin on job tonight. There
are fifty thousand pounds for us In
that house yonder, and / waive my
share. Estada will explain to you the
work want done. By daylight we
shall be on blue water, with our course
set for Porto Grande. How is it, bull
lies, do you sniff at the salt seal"
GAY, ay, captain"
aAnd see the pretty girls waiting
and hear the chink Of gold?"
SAY, senor."
"Then do not fail me tonight-and
remember it is to be the knife. Els
tada. have forgotten one thing
scuttle the sloop before joining me.
'Tis better to make all safe; and now,
strong arms, and good luck. Go to
your task. and if one fails me it will
mean the lash at the mast-butt.''
They moved off one by one. Estada
leading. along the narrow strip of
sand, five of them. on their mission of
murder. The leader remained alone,
his back toward where I crouched, his
eyes following their vanishing figures
until the night had swallowed them.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30

of batiste, with plaid ginghams and
with striped cotton materials. One
new touch in this little frock appears
in the pointed front that laps over
from left to right and is fastened I'M
der small bit Of needle-work by way
of ornament. The sleeves are elbow
length, with turned-back cuffs. and
there is a small turnover collar.
Feather stitching is more liked for I'm.
ishing these little frocks than HEM
stitching.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30
Purposely Postponed.

The club humorist told funny
story, corker, and everybody within
hearing roared-exeept one man, who
remained as sober as taxpayer.
"What's the matter?" exclaimed one
eff his eliminates.
Nothing"
"Why didn't you laugh?"
"Well." explained the man. I'm
going to save it till 1 get home. can
always sleep better when go to bed
laughing"
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30
Keep Sweet.

Losing the temper takes all the
sweet, pure feeling out of life. One
may get up in the morning with a
clean heart, full of song, and start
out as happy as bird, and the mo-
ment he is crossed and gives way to
temper the clean feeling Vanishess
and load as heavy-as lead is rolled
upon the heart. Be the master of
your temper and you hold the key. to
Joy and contentment.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30
ALWAYS the SASH.

The summer dress, whether of silk
or cotton. has sash. which may be of
wide or narrow ribbon, or of soft
crushed satin. 1t may assume the form
of chiffon streamers. or may be bow
made of the dress material,
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30
Warminu-up Exercise.

Redd-Who's your friend?
Greene-Oh, he's one of the "hello
boys"
"What do you mean by hello boys? q"
"He always wants to try and start
something"
swell, bring him around tomorrow
and let him warm up on that fliyyer
of mine."-Yo nkers Statesman.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30

1t is simply low Vitality a lack of Energy
caused by Impurities in the blood. GROVES
TASTELESS chill TONIC restores Vitality
and Energy by Purifying and Enriching the
Invigorating Effect Price coo.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30

angle as they had at first; file till
rough places are all taken out. Put o
little oil on the edges Of the blades
and snap together. Then wipe off all
the oil.
When Stitching Seams.
When stitching heavy white cotton
or linen, rub the seam to be stitched,
with hard white soap. and the needle
will not cut the material.
To Prevent Prickine the Fingers.
One accustomed to doing needlework
of any kind is aware of the discom-
fort caused by the needle pricking the
finger which holds the underside Of
the cloth. This can be prevented if the
worker will moisten small strip OF
court plaster and stick it on the end
Of the finger.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30
Demand for Waistcoats.

The demand for waistcoats has al
most completely submerged the sep
arate collar vogue that has been such
feature of the coat suit.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30
Some Doubt.

There goes man who is unusually
successful in handling the grip.
'Is he a doctor or a bellhop?"
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30

Sore Eyes, Blood.Shot Eyes, Watery Eyes
Sticky Eyes, all healed promptly with nightly
applications Of Roman Eye Balsam. Adv.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30
Described.

"Pa, what is meant by the minor
fly voter tits the vote have in
this family
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30
just Retribution.

"They are railroading this man to
prison" That's all right; he's
train robber."
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30
ro Utilize Embroidered Monooranns.

To Utilize Embroidered Monograms.
Take the embroidered initial or
monogram from old bolster and pillow
cases and use them on new slips. Cut
letter from old slip, leaving a three
inch square around it letters for bed
linen are usually two inches), then cut
the material to form an oval leaving a
small margin to turn under. Sew to
the new slip, then outline with em-
broidery cotton to conceal stitches.
Outline another row one-fourth OF an
inch from the first and work eyelets
at intervals between the rows to form
medallion. The result is even pref
tier than when first embroidered.
Turning Dress Skirt.
IF d skirt has become faded or seiled,
1t can often be turned to good advan-
tage. First, clean it as thoroughly as
possible. Rip one seam, turn and
haste carefully before ripping another.
If there are plaits refold, following
the old creases, making what was for
merly the wrong side the right. If the
skirt is good hanging one, any home
dressmaker can do the work satisfac-
torily, for 1t is not nearly so difficult
task as to make new one. One
seam at time is much better way
than to rip all the seams apart before
beginning to haste.
When Sewing Taffeta.
Use thin, fine needle for sewing
taffeta. The blunt end of needle long
used is liable to pucker the goods, and
the stitches will not be even. A heav-
Ter needle may be used in sewing
China silk.
To Sharpen Scissors.
Cut them rapidly on the neck Of a
small glass bottle, or better still, on a
ground glass stopper. 1t trues the
edges and makes them cut like new.
Take fine file and sharpen each
blade, being careful to keep the same
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30

It's, great misfortune not to have
judgment enough to keep silent at, the
right time.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30

Now fs the time to flush the system. Ia
helping the bowels to keep regular. Wright's
Indian Vegetable Pills work like charm
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30

We may see all things come to
somebody else If we wait long enough
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30

About the greatest drawback to
mans happiness is himself.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30
ReInian Blue is Popular.

The brilliant, sea-fresh Belgian blue
is as popular as it ever was. 1t is
fayorite facing for big, black hats.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30

Too late to save Dorothy
from the hands Of Sanchez viii
famous crew, Carlyle sees but
one desperate chance Of going to
her aid. Shall he take III
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30

(To BE CONTINUED.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1919-05-30

There are 100000 beehivea in
Spain.
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1919-10-29
RED BLOOD
MAKES BEST
COMPILATIONS
Wholesome Complexion the
Pride and Glory of Healthy
Men and Women
Pepto-Mangan Makes Red
Cheeks
P,,i1Jc tn T;raJ RoJ;ee HaI,~e
Builds Up Tired Bodies-Helps
Change Pale Compilations
to Bloom of Heath

The healthy, attractive woman-and
man too-with wholesome complex
ion is the envy of those who feel that,
for them, such attractiveness is i'm
possible.
And yet health and attractiveness
are much matter of good, red blood
and unless a man or woman is at
ficted with some deep-seated or SER
ious ailment vigorous health, and
personal charm are within easy reach.
Pepto-Mangan is responsible for
the present health and happiness of
thousands who formerly were thin,
Pepto-M angan helped place these
folks in the full.blooded, energetic
pale languid and easily exhaus ed
vigorous class-and it probably Can
do the same for you.
Pepto- Mangan contains the Gle
ments that make rich, healthy blood
And as result of the increased sup
ply of red blood that Pepto- Mangan
creates, the entire system attains the
vigor that belongs to every man and
woman.
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1919-10-29
BIG SPRING

J. H. Meador spent last week in
Hardinsburg.
Miss Mable Trent, of Vine Grove
was the guest of her aunt, Mrs. ]. T
Morris, from Thursday till Sunday
Dr. c. B. Witt and brother, Her
man Witt, attended 119 Communica-
ton of the Grand Lodge of Ken
lucky Masons, last week in Louis
vile.
The first quarterly meeting for the
Big Spring charge will be held at
Big Spring, Nov. Sth and 9th
Rev Allen is assisting in meeting
at Cecilia.
Mrs. Hattie Williams, Stiths Val
ley, was the guest of Mrs. ]. l..
Morris for supper Sunday evening
and attended church.
The Baptist Ladies Aid met with
Mrs. Barbara Hodges, Thursday aft
ernoon.
Geo. Prather left last week for La
Fayette, Ind, to husk corn during the
husking season.
Miss Myrtle Norman spent last
week in Louisville, with her brother,
Raymond Norman, and Hrs. Moor
man.
Herman Witt had his grip stolen
out of car last week while in Louis
vile, having his discharge from SER
vice in it, but his discharge was sent
to the post mistress here, asking to
please locate him.
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1919-10-29
FOUR COUNTIES
OVER QUOTA OF
SAVINGS PAPER.

Four counties in Kentucky have
over-subscribed their quotas in the
purchase of Treasury Saving Certif-
Gates. They are Breckenridge county
with a quota OF $1,000; Oldham coun-
ty with quota OF $4,000; Hart county
with a quota of $4,000 and Larue
county with a quota OF $4,000. Re-
ports complied by State Director
James B. Brown show that Louisville
has bought $4,000 of the $4,000 quo
ia fixed for the city.
Scott county is the first county in
the State to report 100 per cent.
organization of war saving societies
More than seventy-hve OF these So
cieties have been organized under di-
rection of Miss Mary Bradley, Geo.
rgetown.
The school children are taking
keen interest in the work and teach
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1919-10-29
HARMED

Mrs. Sarah Mccoy, of Custer, is
visiting Mr.. and Mrs. James Mccoy.
Mr. and Mrs. p. M. Tucker are
visiting relatives in Illinois
Rev. c. L. Burlington is conducting
a series of meetings at Ephesus. Rev
Charlie McEven, of Sacramento, will
assist in the song services.
Mr.. and Mrs. ]. M. Crume were IN
Louisville, last week
Mr.. and Mrs. Paul May, of New
Orleans, La, are visiting his parents,
Mr.. and Mrs. ]. w. May.
Several from here attended Lodge
at Hardinsburg, Monday night.
Mrs. Charlie Payne, of Irvington,
spent Tuesday with her father, G. w.
Payne and family.
Ser. Morris Payne, who has been
visiting his father, Mr.. Willis Payne,
returned to camp Thursday.
Mr.. and Mrs. VIM. McGill, of Bea-
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1919-10-29
BEWLEYVILLE

Mrs f. E. Hardaway and children
are visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs
A. w. Foote.
Mrs w. w. Keith has been the
guest of her son, Boyd Keith, and
Mrs Keith, of Corners.
Edgar and Thomas Hardaway are
in Indiana on prospecting tour.
We are sorry to say that Mrs. A.
F. Sipes continues i'll.
Mesdames Ella Lloyd, of Louisville
Hassie Parrott, of Sumpter, S. C..
and Henry Smith, of Houston, Texas,
are visiting relatives here
Miss Nina Kasey is visiting rela-
tives in Meade county.
Mrs. Shelton Hardaway and child
rem, Lucille and Mildred, of Lohrville,
Iowa, returned to their home Sunday
after a two months visit to her par
ents, Mr.. and Mrs. M. T. Chappell
Rev Diamond of the seminary fill
ed the Baptist pulpit here Saturday
and Sunday.
School at this place opened Mon
day after having been closed for two
weeks on account of whooping cough.
David Hardaway is visiting his
brother, Paul Hardaway, in Brandon
burg.
Mr.. and Mrs. Dick Burton, of Mys-
tic, Mrs. Mary Beauchamp and Miss
Tena Jordan, were dinner guests
Sunday of Mrs. Ella Compton.
Edgar and Thomas Hardaway after
a prospecting trip in Indiana, have re-
turned home after renting two farms
for the ensuing year at New Ross,
Ind We hate to loose these good
people from our midst
Miss Mary Louise Hardaway had
for her guests Sunday, Misses Elma
Ella and Sanders Wilson, Laura Nell
Stith and Clara Foote Messrs.
Percy Foote, Howard Pate and John
Williams
Robert NJ. Stith, of Nashville,
Tenn, spent the weekend at home.
Mr. and Mrs. Dick Burton, of
Mystic, are visiting relatives here.
Miss Bertha Foote spent the week
end with Miss Maggie B. Jolly.
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1919-10-29

Pepto- Mangan is prepared in two
forms, liquid and tablets They are
exactly alike in medical value
Ask your druggist for Guides"
when ordering Pepto- Mangan. Look
for the name Guides" on the pack
age.
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1919-10-29
STEPHENSPORT

Miss Eva Basham is the guest of
relatives and friends in Louisville
this week
w. ]. Schopp returned from Louis
vile, Saturday.
Mrs. o. c. Shellman was in Clover
port. Friday, shopping.
Mrs c. P. Pullen is visiting friends
at Kingswood.
Mrs. c. B. Waggoner was the week
end guest of relatives at Floral and
Hawesville.
Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Hardesty at
tended the Centennial at Evansville,
last week
DR.. o. E. Ferguson, Mrs. Fergu-
son and little daughter, Miss Virgin
ia, were in Louisville, last week.
Rev H. S. English delivered an ex-
ceIlent sermon at the Baptist church
Sunday evening.
Mrs. A. B. Crawford was the guest
of Mrs VIM. Humphrey, Cloverport,
Monday and Tuesday.
Mrs. f. j. Bandy is the guest of
her niece, Miss Mamie Board, Gar
field
Misses Helen and Mary Agnes
HAWKINS, OF near I1druinsDurS, were
weekend guests of Mrs. Chas May
sey.
Mrs. Eugene Connor and Mrs M.
F. Wedding, Rome, Ind, were in
Evansville, last week attending the
Centennial
Rev. H. s. English will preach at
the Baptist church next Sunday
morning at IL o'clock.
Miss Mamie Jordan, of Webster,
was the guest of Miss Myra Rollins
last week.
w, B. Gardner was in Cloverport,
Saturday
Wifey: you don't give me presents
now like you used to before we were
married" Hubby: Now, look here,
dear did you ever hear tell OF fish
erman giving bait to the fish he had
csughtT
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1919-10-29
these Rats Wouldn't Eat My Best
GRAIN" Says Fred Lamb.

It's hard to keep rats out of feed
store. Tried for years. A neighboring
store sold me some RAT-SNAP. 1t
worked wonders. Gathered up dead
rats every morning. Bought more
RAT-SNAP. Haven't rat now. They
wouldn't eat my best grain when
threw RAT-SNAP around" Three
sizes, csc, soc, $1.0O. Sold and guaran-
teed by E A. Hardesty, Stephensport;
Conrad Payne & Co., Cloverport; and
B. F. Beard & Co, HardirsbIrg.
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1919-10-29

ers report that thrift and saving is
making remarkable strides
Mrs. George Burnley, Louisville, is
conducting the campaign to organ
ize societies among parochial schools
OF the city. Mrs. Burnley reports
that forty societies have been or
gained in the Catholic schools. Full
societies have also been organized in
Shelbyville, Harlan, Pineville, Cor
bin and Williamsburg-Cu Jour-
nal
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1919-10-29
NOTICE.

All persons having claims against
the estate of Amanda Weatherholt,
deceased, are directed to file same be-
fore the undersigned Master Com
missioner at Hardinsburg, KY, on or
before November !, 1919, said claims
to be duly proven, as required by
law
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1919-10-29

yer Dam, are the guests of Mr.. and
Mrs. Henry Skillman.
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1919-10-29

Lee Walls,
Master Commissioner.