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The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1920-11-12

| He responded mechanically. too pro-
foundry astounded to dream Of resist
ance. 1t was the sound of the voice
which impressed him.,
Santa Maria! A womanT
Eyes, senior, woman; the same you
sought. but ] have found you first"
He chuckled.
"A good jest surely; how came you
here?"
"Not to discuss that. senor." quietly.
"Nor is this to be laughed over. II
you would live, do as l say. Mr..
Cavendish. see II the man bears
weapons"
"Only a, belt with knife"
Keep the knife; II may come handy
for some purpose. Now bind his
hands with the belt. Cross your
wrists. senior"
He had lost his temper. no longer
deeming this joke.
"You d-n vixen" he growled saw
agely. This play will soon be done;
do you know who ann
1.-The senior Pascual Mendez. but
that means nothing" she answered.
"This revolver will kill you as surely
as any one else. Do what l say then,
and talk no mOre-cross your wrists
behind"
He did so, and Cavendish strapped
the stout belt about them, winding 1t
in and, out until he had sure pur-
chase. He drew IT so tightly the fel-
low WINGED.
ut hurts, senior" she said, salts
fed. "Well, to hurt you little is bet
ter than what you planned for me.
Now lead on. No. listen first. know
who you are and your power here.
| That Is why we took this chance Of
making you prisoner. We are des-
perate; II is either your life, or ours,
senior. You are an outlaw, with a
what chances one will take to escape.
Now. there is just one opportunity
| given you to live"
| "What, senorita7"
THAT you accompany us down this
passage into the valley as hostage.
You will compel your men. II we en-
counter any, to furnish us horses"
But the men may not obey. / can
not promise; Senior Cateras-"
"Senor Cateras will not be there"
she interrupted sharply. "We have
already seen to Senior Cateras. The
| others will obey your
"They may; cannot promise"
"Then 1t will be your own loss; for
II there be shot fred you will get
either bullet or a knife thrust. I
would try no sharp tricks, Senior
| Mendez. Now we go on"
Mendez smiled grimly In the dark,
his mind busy. IL am to go firstT
| and his voice assumed polite defer
ence.
Beside Mr.. Cavendish." she replied,
land will be behind"
This gentleman, you meanT
"Yes; and there Is no need for any
more acting. This is the revolver
pressing against your back. senior.
could scarcely miss you at that dis
lance"
They advanced In silence. through
the faint CLEAN Of light which IL
lumined the passage through the stone
Sits over the cell doors.
The darkness swallowed them
again, but the way was clear. and,
once around the sharp turn, a glim-
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1920-11-12
CHAPTER xi-contInued.

He sank down on the bench and
buried his face In his hands, thorough
ly unnerved. The girl looked at him
a moment In silence, then touched his
shoulder. NJ
Look here. Mr.. Cavendlsh," she said
firmly. "there is no use losing your
nerve. Surely there must be some way
Of getting out Of here. For one. ! am
going to try"
"Miss Donovan" he said with grav-
ity. I'VE are In the hands of desperate
men. We will have to take desperate
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1920-11-12
CAN ALWAYS BE A SCOUT.

A scout in good standing finding Il
necessary to sever his connections
with the movement may. upon proper
application, be granted certificate of
serwrc. showing that he has been a
faithful scout and that he leaves the
organization with honorable discharge.
But there Is no necessity for leaving
the organization. II you cannot attend
meetings regularly you can become an
associate scout. II you have moved
away from scout centers you can. be-
come a pioneer scout.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1920-11-12


measures to outwlt them, and we will
have to make desperate breaks to OBJ
tain our freedom"
The girl nodded. -
"Mr. Cavendish," she said with wom-
anly courage. you will not find me
wanting. / am ready for anything,
even shooting. do hope you're a good
shot"
Cavendlsh smiled.
II have had some experience" he
said.
"Then," the girl added. "you had
better take the revolver"
"All right then; I'll go first. and you
follow as close as possible. There
mustn't be the slightest sound made"
Cavendish thrust his head cautious
ly through the door. the revolver
'gripped In his hand; Miss Donovan,
struggling to keep her nerves steady,
touched the coat of her companion,
fearful Of being alone. The passage
way was dark, except for the little
bars Of light streaming out through
the Sits In the stone above the cell
doors. These, however, were sufficient
10 convince Cavendish that no guards
were in the immediate neighhorhood.
He felt the grip of the girls fingers on
his coat, and reached back to clasp her
hand.
"All clear" he whispered. Hurry,
and let's get this door closed"
They advanced slowly, keeping
closely against the wall. and testing
the floor cautiously before venturing
step. A few yards plunged them
into total darkness, and, although
Cavendish had been conducted along
there prisoner, he retained small
recollection of the nature Of the pas
sage.
Their progress was slow but silent,
neither venturing to exchange speech,
but with ears anxiously strained to
catch the least sound. Stella was
conscious Of the loud beating of her
heart. the slight rasping Of Cavendish's
feet " the rock floor. The slightest
noise seemed magnifed. The grade
rose sharply. untg It became almost
a climb. yet the floor had evidently
been Ieveled, and there were no OBJ
structIons to add to the difficulty of
advance. Then the passage swerved
rather sharply to the right, and Cav
sudlsh, leading, halted to peer about
the corner. An instant they both re-
mained inotionless, and then, seeing
and hearing nothing, she could re-
strain her impotence no longer.
what is itr she questioned. us
there something wrongT
He reached back and drew her
closer, without answering, until her
eyes also we're able to look around
the sharp edge of rock. Far away, II
seemed .o2g distance up that mar
row tr.n,ei. lantern glowed duly,
the hight 30 dim and pickering as TO
scarcely reveal even its immediate
surroundings; yet from that distance,
her eyes. accustomed TO the dense
gloon, she could distinguish enough to
quicken her breathing and cause her
10 clutch the sleeve Of her companion.
The lantern occupied a niche in the
side wall at the bottom Of a flight OF
rude steps. Not more thar, N half
dozen Of these were revisited. but at
their foot, where the passnke had been
widened sottfewhat, extended stone
esnch on mk1<h leunged two men.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1920-11-12
Both Guilty.

she-You ought to be ashamed Of
stealing a kiss.
He-You're equally guilty. You 70
ceiyed. the stolen goods.--London TIT
Btu
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1920-11-12

mer of distant daylight made advance
easier. There was no sign of any
guard visible. nor any movement per-
ceptible in the open vista beyond the
save entrance. The girl touched
Mendez' arm.
"You expect LacyT
II have sent for him It was yester-
day."
"And he could be here now7-
mot before night; It is a hard ride:
why ask all thIsT'
II have reasons. Now another
thing; where are your menT
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23
VALLEY COMMERCIAL CLUB
MEETS At HAGUACHE

Meeting OF the San Luis Valley
Federation OF Commerce was held
In regular session ut SaEuache FRI
day evening. October 18th. About
az members were present. Address
SEES were made by l.. b. Sylvester.
II. b. Means and the Secretary made
reports of his work.
Motion was made and seconded
that the Federation 10 on record In
favor OF the 100000 bond issue
and give II publicity.
Motion was made and seconded
that the Federation 20 on record
against the Tri-Tunnel proposition.
The motion was carried by big
majority.
Motion was made and seconded
that the Federation 20 ON record in
favor OF tho Educational amend
ment. Motion carried.
"A committee was appointed con-
sisting OF w, T. Mcclure. l.. b.
Sylvester and Elmer Headlee to In
terview Senator Adams In regard to
the Shippers relief In the San Luis
Valley.
A committee was appointed con-
sisting OF Il. X. Mitchell. w. r.
Blood and Roy Shahan for the pur-
pose OF interviewing Mr. c. H.
Kohler. the appolntee OF this Val
ley to attend the Irrigation Con
gress next month and receive his
ideas and instruct him In the inter
est OF this Valley.
a very delicious dinner was serv-
ed, which the guests greatly enjoy
ed. Instrumental music was also
furnished by the Saguache CONNER
cial Club.
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23

Parties starting over Wolf Creek
pass Monday had to return to Monte
IA the roads are impossible. Pom
cha Pass Is still in good condition
but La Veta Is reported as having
deep snow which makes travel din
cult
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23

The d. ]. Elliott foundry and
machine shop which has been .
land mark for many years. was sold
this week to Pueblo parties. We
understand that the purchasers Al
30 bought the Elliott residence
property.
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23

MIR. and Mrs. Blackmore visited
their daughter Mrs. Robert Lowe in
Aiamosa the past week. Mr..
Blsckmore was quite Ill while there
and was brought home Monday.
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23

Mrs. g. Billart. who has been
visiting friends here for the past
few weeks. left last week for her
home IL Indiana.
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23

Mrs. Fred Haaff returned home
Saturday night from Denver where
she has been on visit,
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23

MIR. and Mrs. John Hecker and Mr..
Lindstrom made business trip to
Alamosa Thursday.
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23

Mrs. Marion Stoeber was operated
on at st. Joseph's Sanitarium Tues
day for appendicitis.
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23
EFFICIENCY IN OFFICE

The people of Rio Grande county are predetermined
in the matter of their public officials who make good
CARELESS of party lines. This the republicans. rec
ognizng the capabilities of Horace G. Trapp, who has
made the efficient obligng and hard working clerk
and recorder the county had refused to nominate
anyone to oppose him for reelection Mr. Trapp while
democrat, (he born that way) has conducted his
Office in straightforward manner and no one can &C
him of having used his position for political gain.
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23

Mrs. Paul Enke who was operated
on ut st. Joseph's Sanitarium last
week is improving rapidly.
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23

Mr.. Ogier, travelling freight agent
for the ID. & r. g. was transacting
business in town Thursday.
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23

Mr.. johnson. travelling freight
agent for the Sante 70 was here on
businsNs Thussdsy and Friday.
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23

!. lawrence Reed left for Chama.
-" Mexico. Tuesday evening on
.ss''aess.
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23
SCHOOL BONDS CARRY EASILY

The school bond election held
as Friday afternoon resulted in l66
'0'es for the bonds and % against.
.ae county will have 100000 ad-
a.'0nal for building a modern high
*Aool equipped with all needed ap-
s !, shops. garage, etc. and
~oate Vista will not BE- behind IN
sdacational advantages.
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23

Henry c. shultl. secretary Of the
largest Soldier organization In Col
orado who was 4 strong supporter
for Colonel r. w. Means ~ . can
didate for the United States Senate
before the primary. Is In the City.
He 10 now representing tho Republi-
can State Chairman. visiting tho
different communities In Southern
Colorado in tho interests Of the Re-
publican ticket
Mr.. Shuts Is we'll known In
Southern Colorado and greatly as
the results OF his efforts. Colonel
Means made . splendid showing In
this part OF the State. He Is very
popular with tho ex-service men and
his visit will NO doubt cause many Of
them to take an active part In this
campaign. Mr.. Schultz believes that
1t IL the duty Of every man who saw
service to take an active part In the
political affairs OF this country.
They should now educate Themselves
az 70 tho errors IN our system of
Government ~ we'll ~ the great
benefits derived therefrom. He Is
an ardent Republican and believes
that all young men should take
hrm stand for 4 Republican form Of
Government. He believes In law
and order and points to the State
platform A. = document that all
young men can and should sub
scribe to. He breaches the doctrine.
OF one-hundrod per cent American
Ism and says that any organisation
or party that does not stand square
~ behind that doctrine 10 q menace
to our country. His visit to this
city will no doubt be . great benef,t
to the Republican party.
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23

Mrs.. Tyner went to Denver last
saturday night to attend the W. c,
T. U. convention and will visit in
Colorado Springs on her return.
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23

" B. Wallace Of Hooper IL trans.
vHfs bushes II town this week.
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23

"rs. W. w. Wright and daughter
H. Donald Chisholm : returned
tuesday, from Denver and Fl. Collins
'aefe they visited several days.
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23

ChAs. Baird Il homo from New
Aex'co where he has been for the
past few wssts On svrvsy!ss wesk,
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23
AToR ADAMS ". NoN.PARrlsAN LEAGUE

In Alamosa county the Non partisan League ravish-
ed the republican party and brought forth candidate
for senator in the person of James D. Pitcher Those
who acquainted with Pitcher not surprised ut
him making any kind of political liason but this has
served to cement the two old line parties in support of
Senator Adams whose antagonism toward all kinds of
radicasm is well established. Republicans of this
would like to have chance to vote for Adams at the
coming election but do not think he will need their
assistance.
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23

Col. Rice w. Means will bo In the
valley next week on . Spsaking
tour OF tho valley towns and Il II
expected that he will be In Monte
Vista noxt Wednesday night 70
speak At tho city hall under the aus
pices Of the Young Mems Rspubli-
can. club.
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23

Colorado has had few governors whose administra-
tons have been sufficiently asatisying all classes rs
to merit second term. Oliver H. Shoup has given this
state square administration. He has played favorites
and has honestly and fairly enforced the laws Even the
Denver Post has been unable to crcse Governor Shoup
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23
EXCERPTS FROM PLATFORM OF REPUBLICAN
PARTY OF COLORADO. 1920
Americana First.

We are Americans first We believe in one flag
the Stars and Strpcsonc countryside United States Of
AmcricS-a country that has and never will fail
In It's obligations to humanity and to the world We do
not believe In an international flag or an international
government or alliance. which will destroy the indie.
pendence Of our country.
The Republican Party and IN. Colorado Voter
The Republican party condemns all efforts political
otherwise to establish Socialism Colorado or to ef
feet class domination Of public affairs The National
leadership Of the Nonpartisan League is known to be
closely identified with radical organizations of the most
n-American character while its program in some par.
icuars is contrary to the established principles Of our
government.
We are convinced that those who have sought the
betterment Of their economic conditions by joining the
Nonpartsan League have been begued into alliance
which can only bring disappointment to them and dis
aster to the state.
Farmer and Workngmsn Loyal to Country
The Republican party recognizes that farmers and
industrial workers have many grievances These griev-
can and will be rghted by Just executive and leg
nlative action which only be accomplished when the
nation returns to those methods of designed
BY the fathers and designated by the Constitution They
be rghted by through and organization of
Sociastc principles or tendencies.
The Monte Vista journal., 1920-10-23
B.F. AYERS FOR COUNTY TREASURER

The competent management of the office OF the
county treasurer by Ayers abundant proof that he
has given entire satisfaction In addition to absolute &C
curacy the books of the treasurer have been kept in
neat orderly manner and we have yet to hear OF any
complaint against Mr. Ayers administration of the office
Friends of James Collins throughout the state al
ready claiming his election. Collins election of course.
is possible and then if sufficient number of Nonparti
sans elected to the senate and house the state capitol
may just as we'll be moved to North Dakota
The Powder River County examiner and the Broadus independent. [volume] (Broadus, Mont.) 1919-1935, 1920-12-03
Open a Dante Year.

The great poet, Dante Alighieri,
died on September IA. 1921. aud the
other day there was inaugurated at
Ravenna, Italy. ''Dante year." to end
ON the six hundredth anniversary Of
his death, next year.
The inauguration ceremony took
place at Ravcnna, Italy, the minister
Of public instruction and a number of
personalities prominent in the pOliti-
cal. literary and artistic worlds being
present. The function included sol.
emn procession to the church of San
Francisco. where the poet was buried,
and great meeting at which several
speeches were made. notably by the
minister and by the mayor of Trent,
representing the newly redeemed ter.
ritOries.
The Powder River County examiner and the Broadus independent. [volume] (Broadus, Mont.) 1919-1935, 1920-12-03
THIEF DRINKS CHURCH WINE
munion Plates From New
Rochelle edifice.

New YOrk-A burglar broke into
St. I'aul's Episcopal church. New
Rochelle. drank all the communion
wine and left with two solid silver
communion plates and a solid silver
and gold haptismal fount.
Entrance was gained by forcing a
basement window. The thief ex.
amined the icehox and closets. finding
the keys Ut the vestry room in lock.
er. The silver was all gifts from men,
bers and societies "f the church. A
silver and gold chalice was found on
the floor Of the vestry closet. where It
evidently had escaped the burglars
notice.
The wine was kept in the vestry
closet. The robbery was discovered
by Rev. Frederic Wammerseys, rector.
The Powder River County examiner and the Broadus independent. [volume] (Broadus, Mont.) 1919-1935, 1920-12-03

money for home. The walls are
stout. we'll able to withstand the as
saults Of the elements. and the exte-
rior design Is very attractive. In the
first place it is set back from the side
walk on terrace which gives the
builder an opportunity to put in an inn
posing approach. In this case it is
concrete stairs with landing or Sec
Ondary sidewalk which In turn branch
es out to run around the house.
The broad front porch. recessed I'M
der the sloping gable roof, is an inn
portant feature and something which
has many advantages. Extending the
full width of the house. 1t affords an
excellent recreation center for the
family and a playground for the chill
dren. Stout brick pillars support the
roof while rail of brick extends
around Oh each side. Everything
about this modest home gives the i'm
preston of strength and security. A
roof dOrlner above gives light to
high attic which can be very easily
converted into an extra bedroom or
The Powder River County examiner and the Broadus independent. [volume] (Broadus, Mont.) 1919-1935, 1920-12-03
TURNlPs FIRST IN HIS MIND
As the Thrifty Scotsman Wisely Re-
marked, the Fortune Coming to
Him Would Keep.

A Philadelphia man of Scottish
origin, tells this story:
One McManus had been 1: farm
hand in Scotland for more than ~
years. His brother, who left that
country for America years before, had
made large fortune, and dying, had
hequea:hed his wealth to the old
brother. A certain Philadelphia law
yer was the administrator, and it was
his duty to discover the lucky brother.
He was slicing turnips for the
sheep on his employers farm, away
up among the mist-clad hills of Scot
land, when the lawyer found him.
He had been traced from the old farm
on which he was born. step by step.
through ~ years of ill-paid and often
unpleasant labor before the lawyer
found him 1t was not difficult. for
he had not wandered far in all those
years. Every one in the countryside
knew him.
"Are you Sandy McManus?" asked
the lawyer.
AYE" without taking his eyes from
the tarnips and the knife.
"Your brother james is dead in Phil
adelphia." said the lawyer.
"Aweel, aweel. all men must cen
lie" he said, slicing away at the tur-
n!ps.
The Powder River County examiner and the Broadus independent. [volume] (Broadus, Mont.) 1919-1935, 1920-12-03

two II needed. Set back on the ter.
race. with Its imposing entrance and
front porch this home is well worth
while considering and studying.
The front door opens directly into
the living room, large, spacious
room. 13 by II feet with open brick
fireplace at one side. The develop
few years has been one of the most
interesting sidelights in building con-
struction. The present day large liv-
ing room has entirely suppanted the
old idea of double parlOrs. Instead of
two rooms as the custom was few
years back. the space is given over to
one large room. larger by far than any
other room in the house. This living
room. as it is now called, is invariably
provided with fireplace.
In this house the front bedroom
opens off the living room. 1t is 13 by
10 feet with windows on front and
side. Too often in building home
the owner OverlOOks the windows In
the sleeping rooms. The old ideas of
ventilation have been shuffled into the
discard and plenty Of air is now the
demand.
The dining room, Il by II feet, is
back of the living room and connected
with it by an open doorway. 1t is
lighted by a triple window on the
side. 1t in turn opens into the kitchen
and hallway on one side which
leads to the rear bedroom and bath
room. The kitchen is very happily ar
ranged and is Of the size now cons!d-
cred most efficient for the housewife.
Located next to the dining room. it Is
only few steps from the stove to
the dining table. OF one corner from
the kitchen is delightful little break
fast nook to he used by the family
when the work Ut preparing big
meal can he avoided. A pantry is
also shown in the floor plans.
In this house we have the happy
combination Of pernanency. beauty
The Powder River County examiner and the Broadus independent. [volume] (Broadus, Mont.) 1919-1935, 1920-12-03

and economy. 1t is modest in its ar.
ransement, not at all freakish or un-
usual and consequently not requiring
special fittings which invariably mean
increased expense. 1t fills all the re-
quirements Of the family Of moderate
means and above all is real home.
The owner is independent of any land
lord who may see fit to raise the rent
frequently and out of reason, know
ing that the tenant will stay rather
than take n chance of seeking new
quarters in the face Of the present
shortage. Instead Of paying rent every
month. the owner can insure himself
permanent home by paying that
same money on home OF this type.
Rent receipts are not recognized as
collateral by any hank, but home is
tangible security that can be used at
any time. Many man. father Of
family. who has been paying rent for
years has only recently found how
foolish he has been, and he found that
out because he purchased a home and
learned its real benefits.
The Powder River County examiner and the Broadus independent. [volume] (Broadus, Mont.) 1919-1935, 1920-12-03
Metered Mail Is
Next Novelty

mechanism Of the meter so that the
time stamped Oh the letters will be
one hour in advance Of the time Of de-
livery of tile letters ut the postoftice.
Help Large Mailers.
The meter, It Is expected, will prove
Of great value to large ,nailers In nd
tlitiOr to saving time and labor the
meter will enable large firms to ex-
petite their mail by Mt least several
hours. The meters will protect firms
from loss Of stamps through thefts or
carelessness ind will also give a mark
OF distinction to the firms mail, all Of
which will bear private permit num-
Der, a mark Of big business. The
metering Of the mail also will tighten
the work Of pOstotlices and will lessen
the number of postage stamps needed.
thereby making It possible to reduce
government forces and expenses con-
siderably.
Metered mail will not bear regular
postage stamps, hut merely II permit
number.