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Vernon Parish Democrat. (Leesville, La.) 1917-193?, 1920-08-19

or Silver Plume. Stin, you know, It
will be pleasant to tell Mr.. Cavendish
when 1 go back that was here"
He choked and his face seemed to
whiten suddenly.
"Mr. Cavendish?" he gasped. "of
New York? Not the one that was
killed?'
1t was her turn to stare across the.
table, her eyes wide with horror, which
she simulated excellently.
2 KILLED. Has a man by that name
been killed lately in New York; It
was Frederick Cavendish l referred
to-" Her pretense was admirable.
He was silent. realizing he had al
ready said too much,
"Tell me-" she insisted, "has he
been killed? How do you know?"
Her earnestness, her perfect acting
convinced him. It was a mere coin
cidence, he thought, that this name
should have cropped up between them,
but, now that it had, he must ex-
plain the whole affair so as not to
arouse suspicion. He cleared his
throat and compelled his eyes to meet
those across the table.
"Well, / don't know much about it,
only what / read" he began, feeling
for words. HE was found dead in his
apartments, apparently killed by a
burglar who had rifed his safe"
She sat with her chin in the palm
of one hand, watching him from be-
meath the shadow of lowered lashes
but his eyes were bent downward at
his plate.
"Are you through" he questioned
suddenly
Eyes; this-this awful news has
robbed me of all appetite"
Neither had noticed Westcott as he
entered the room. but his first glance
Vernon Parish Democrat. (Leesville, La.) 1917-193?, 1920-08-19

finued down that side of the street 1Or
some distance. Through the rude win
dow at the post Office the clerk pushed
a plain manila envelope into her out
stretched hand. Evidently from the
thinness of the letter, Farriss had but
few instructions to give and, thrusting
the unopened missive into her hand
bag, she retraced her steps to her
room.
There she ventured startled gasp.
The suitcase which she had left closed
upon the floor was Open-wide open
its contents disarranged. Some one
had rummaged Thoroughly. And Miss
Donovan knew that she was under
suspicion.
The knowledge gave the girl sud
den thrill, but not of fear. Instead. it
served to strengthen her resolve.
There bad been nothing in her valise
to show who she really was or why
a q was in Haskell, and consequently,
Vernon Parish Democrat. (Leesville, La.) 1917-193?, 1920-08-19
"Do NOT BE ANGRY"

Synopsis. - Frederick Cavendish,
New York man Of wealth, receives
a letter from an old friend, Jim
Westcott, urging him to come at
once to Colorado. Deciding to go,
he employs a lawyer, Patrick En-
right, to draw up q will leaving
most of his estate to charity, with
a mere pittance to John Cavendish,
his cousin and only relative, a dis
solute youth. That night Frederick
Cavendish is murdered in his apart
ments. No will being found, John
Cavendish inherits the estate. Two
months later Enright informs John
Cavendish of he existence of the
will and offers, for 100000, to say
nothing of it. John agrees. Stella
Donovan, newspaper writer, learns
from Frederick Cavendish's valet
that he is not satisfied the body
found was that Of his, employer.
She is directed by Farriss, city edi-
tor of the Star, to follow up the
case. Stella learns of the will En-
right had drawn UP, also of John
Cavendish's infatuation for Celeste
LIE Rue, chorus girl. A conversa-
ton Stella overhears between Ce-
leste and John Cavendish convinces
her Frederick Cavendish is alive,
the victim of a conspiracy engi-
neered by Enright to secure his
fortune, and that Celeste knows
where he is hidden. Ned Beaten,
notorious gunman, is also men
toned. Celeste is about to leave
for Haskell, Colorado, and Stella is
ordered by Farriss to proceed there
at once. At Haskell Stella, repre-
senting herself as a newspaper
writer, makes the acquaintance of
Jim Westcott, Frederick Caven-
dish's partner. Westcott resents the
interest taken in Stella by Beaton,
whom he knows only as a visiting
New Yorker, and worsts him in a
fistic encounter.
Vernon Parish Democrat. (Leesville, La.) 1917-193?, 1920-08-19

Pills and used Lydia p. Plnkham'B
Sanative Wash and now am well, can
eat heartily and work. / give you my
thanks for your great medicines. You
may publish my letter and will tell
everyone what your medicines did Tor
me. MRS. PEARL HILL, Ais Jacksboro
St., Knoxville, Tennessee.
Hundreds Of such letters expressing
gratitude for the good Lydia e. Pink
hams Vegetable Compound has accom-
plished are constantly being received
proving the reliability Of this grand old
remedy.
If you are III do not drag along and
continue to suffer day in and day out but
at once take Lydia 2, PimSham 8
Veg table Compound, b woman'a
remedy for woman's ills.
Vernon Parish Democrat. (Leesville, La.) 1917-193?, 1920-08-19
His NAdlrondacks."

Following is from the San Diego
(Cal) Union:
Here is an actual happening at a
San Diego home this week. A boy came
home and said that the pupils were all
examined in his room. His mother
asked him what the political M. DIS
said He replied: They told some OF
some to have their Adlrondacks cut
OUT"
Vernon Parish Democrat. (Leesville, La.) 1917-193?, 1920-08-19

not cat AAtA ALAf A3Nlt
bothered n E, all
caused by female
trouble. ! was
three years with
these troubles and
doctors did me no
good. Your med
icine helped my sis
ter so she advised
me to take it. Itook
Lydia e. Pinkham's
" eg etable Com
.,,s@I nnH 4haT svor
Vernon Parish Democrat. (Leesville, La.) 1917-193?, 1920-08-19
Shave Win outloura soan

And double your razor efficiency as
well as promote skin purity, skin COM
fort and skin health. No mug, no
Shiny soap, no germs, no waste, no
irritation even when shaved twice
daily. One soap for all uses--shaving,
bathing and shampOoing
Vernon Parish Democrat. (Leesville, La.) 1917-193?, 1920-08-19
Enright the lawyer and
the blonde La Rue.
CTo BE CONTINUED
Al the Phone-

"The operator has given me the
wrong number" said the mans voice.
sThe numbers all right" said the
woman's voice. 'The operator has
given II the wrong person." Boston
Vernon Parish Democrat. (Leesville, La.) 1917-193?, 1920-08-19

A man can't run a 4o-horsepower
automobile very far on a fve-horse-
power income.
Vernon Parish Democrat. (Leesville, La.) 1917-193?, 1920-08-19

Hopefulnesss. patience and hard
work is combination that difficulty
cannot down
Vernon Parish Democrat. (Leesville, La.) 1917-193?, 1920-08-19

this was all carefully arranged, but
that circumstances compelled them to
act quickly and before they were
entirely ready. Two unexpected oc-
currence hurried them into action"
Vernon Parish Democrat. (Leesville, La.) 1917-193?, 1920-08-19
BACK HURT
ALL THE time
Mrs. Hill Says Lydia E. Pinkham .
Vegetable Compound Removed
The Cause.

Knoxville, Tenn. - MY back hurt ms
all the time, was ell run down, could
Vernon Parish Democrat. (Leesville, La.) 1917-193?, 1920-08-19

MS are sim
sine for regu-
and bowels
Vernon Parish Democrat. (Leesville, La.) 1917-193?, 1920-08-19

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on.
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advertise
Ike to meet
B cried all
picture.%
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and bowels
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get their
cur after the
Vernon Parish Democrat. (Leesville, La.) 1917-193?, 1920-08-19

understand
get their
Fort Mill times. [volume] (Fort Mill, S.C.) 1892-current, 1920-12-02
GRADED SCHOOL NEWS.
Teachers Attend Meeting OF State As
Sociation i'm Spartanburg,


Misses Minnie Garrison, Ethel Lof-
It's, Clarolene Carothers and Emma
Anderson and Mr.. Stribling. superin-
,cndcnt, attended the State Teachers
association meeting in Spartanburg
the last three days of last week. They
report n pleasant and profitable trip.
Miss Garrison, as vice president, pre-
sided over the departmental meetings
OF tho primary teachers Friday. ono
Of tho instructive features of the
meeting was isit to the School
for the Deaf and Blind ot Cedar
SringH. near Spartanburg. An hours
program of songs and demonstrations
of the work was given, which was
very creditablc indeed and served as
= wonderful object lesson OF what pa
icncc and perseverance, will accomp-
llsh in the training OF children.
The first regular meeting of tho
Catawba Literary society was held in
the auditorium last "Wednesday aftrr-
moor end T. short Thankagiyine pro-
gram was rendered with tho sixth AM
seventh grades as guests.
Tho athletic n"soc!ation OF tho high
school met M0rday afternoon and
elected officers for tho current year,
b. II. Striblinp was reelected prCsi-
dent. Patrick Brown vice president.
and Floride Minis - secretary and
treasurer. Both boys ard girls may
become members OF the association
this year and It Is hoped that the
cchoCl will max" n crcditablc show
ng in the athletic contests to be held
'atcr. A girls basket ball team
will hc organi2"d mt oncc and the
hoy" will have n team as usual. Miss
1,1
will coach tho he girls. and Mcssrs.
Smith and s'riblinE WILL coach the
boys.
The work on the concrete steps
and floors OF the school buildings
has been resumed as well as the
work on the septic tank and will be
pushed to completion. Radiators
were installed i'm the auditorium
last week. which makes 1t possible
to have chapel cxcrciccs every morn.
ing.
Fort Mill times. [volume] (Fort Mill, S.C.) 1892-current, 1920-12-02
SOPHIE BRASIlAU COMING TO
WINTHROP COLLEGE.

The concert of Sophie Braslau on
December 7th at Winthrop College
is hailed as one OF the great musical
events of the season.
Miss Braslau is recognized as one
OF the stars OF the Metropolitan OPP
era Company and in the estimation
OF the musical world one OF the three
genuine contraltos. Madame Homer
and Madame Schumann-Hein being
the other two.
Miss Braslau is still under 80.
HaVing a radiant youth. magnetic
ana sincere appreciation OF art, she
mas gained for herself an enviable
reputation.
Those who wish tickets NAV Sc
cure them by mailing a check to
winthrop College. from which place
lckcts will be sent. Reserved seats,
$3.50.
Fort Mill times. [volume] (Fort Mill, S.C.) 1892-current, 1920-12-02

40 cent Pajama Cloth. eight yards
ior. $3.50
Lace Trimmed and Embroidered
Scarfs, value $3.50. two for 81 90
Ladies Silk Hose. all shades. val
ue up to $500, two pairs for 81 30
Ladies' Silk Hose, in white and
black, value up to $500. pair 90
Ladies' Lisie Hose. Buster Brown.
\alu" Csc, four pairs for :. .Sl.Ss
H"ys Huster Brown Hose. large
size. value GOc. four pairs for 81 90
Boys Buster Brown Hose, small
size. value, so cents. five pairs 81 30
Large size. pure Linen Towel,
Value $l.29. two for :. ..S1.8s
Chiidren's Velvet Hats and Caps.
Value up to $500, ~ 90
Childrcn's Gingham Dresses. value
S"'oo - - ..$I.s8
lest quality. "a Bleechcd Sheet
ing. value $1.25 yard. 2l-2
N"rus Tor. $3.50
li"st quality Sheets. S1xsO. value
$2.75. one for a 90
fcSt quality Pillow Cases, value
90 cents, five for =. :. ... ..Sf.s9
44-inch Indianhcad. value Csc.
four yards for q 40
Canon cloth. 80 cent quality. six
yards for :. =. 81 90
Fort Mill times. [volume] (Fort Mill, S.C.) 1892-current, 1920-12-02
Interest In Meeting.

Numerous Fort Mill and Rock Hill
clifton" are expected To appear before
the York Legislative delcgaticn meet
ing which is to be held I'm the rooms
Of IL" Rock Iiili chamber &C COM
ncrce tomorrow morning at l. o'cloc
to hear recommendations affecting
the conduct of tho county government
Fort Mill times. [volume] (Fort Mill, S.C.) 1892-current, 1920-12-02
TAI E s
Fort Mill Township

We have had copy made of the Treasurers Tax Books
or Fort MILL township which contains the every
tax payer In the township and the of his taxes
We have had this done for years the own
expense and it has the public
Fort Mill times. [volume] (Fort Mill, S.C.) 1892-current, 1920-12-02

For One Week, Beginning Friday We Will Offer R.r-
gains At $1.99 Come And Get Your Share
Ali Coat Suits MILDLY Suits, Etc. at Great :,Reduced
Prices
Fort Mill times. [volume] (Fort Mill, S.C.) 1892-current, 1920-12-02
A Week of Big
price Adjustment Sale
At
klMBRELL'S

Messalines. black and colors, the
S"io ....... 81. 30
Fancy Stripe Crepe de Chine Shirt
ing, 50 value. yard :. ...Sf.99
Wool Serge. black and navy. $3.50
value yard :. >. .....sI.99
Wool Tricotine. in black and ma
Wy. $3.50 value. yard :. .S1.sy
Heatherbloom Petticoats, in black,
value $3.50 :. :. :. :. ..S1.99
Ladies' Knitted Petticoats. value
:. 81 ID
Ladies' Outing Gowns. $3.50 val
ue.. E. S190
Children's Outing Gowns. sl.75
'"'ue' TWO lor. .S1.99
Baby Blankets, value s2.75 ...S1.9o
Haby Blankets, value SIPS. two
Ladies' Union Suits. value $3.50
LOT :. S1.99
36-inch Sea Island, 30 cent value.
10 yards for ;. SI.9g
Best Outing, SO cent value, eight
yards for .... :. S199
5G-inch Bleaching, 80 cent value,
~ S"rus lor 49,. .$1.09
Dress Gingham, SO cent value, six
yards for :. :. 81 40
Apron Gingham. value 25 cents. II
S"rus Tor ........ :. .... $1.99
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1920-05-18
FOR AMENDMENT NO. 15. AGAINST AMENDMENT NO. 15

Proposed Amendment No. 15 to the
 Constitution of Arkansas.
 Be It Resolved by the House of Rep- resentatives of the State of Arkansas and the Senate of the State of Arkan- sas, a Majority of All the Members Elected to Each House Agreeing Thereto:
 That the following is hereby pro- posed as an amendment to the Consti- tuition of the State of Arkansas, and, upon being submitted to the electors of the State for approval or rejection at the next general election for sen ators and representatives, if major ity of the electors voting at such an election adopt such an amendment, the same shall become part of the Constitution of the State of Arkan- sas, to-wit:
 Section 1. The Supreme Court shall be composed of five judges, one of whom shall be styled Chief Justice and elected as such, any three of whom shall constitute a quorum, and the concurrence of at least three judges shall in every case be neces- sary to decision. Provided, if it should hereafter become necessary to increase the number of the judges 0fsthe Supreme Court, the, Legislature may provide for two additional judg- es and may also provide for the court sitting in divisions under such regu- lations as may be prescribed by law. . Sec. 2. <, The Supreme Judges shall at stated times receive compensation for their services to be fixed by law,
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1920-05-18

should hereafter become necessary to increase the number of the judges of the Supreme Court, the Legisla- ture may provide for two additional judges and may also provide for the court sitting in divisions under such regulations as may be prescribed by law.
 Sec. 2. The Supreme Judges shall at stated times receive compensation for their services to be fixed by law which shall not be less than four thou sand, nor more than six thousand dol lars per annum. Until otherwise provided by law, the judges of the Supreme Court shall receive sal ary of six thousand dollars per an mum. They shall not be allowed any fees or perquisites of office, nor hold any other office of trust or profit under the State or the United States Sec. 5. The provisions of the Con- stitution of the State of Arkansas in conflict with this amendment are hereby repealed insofar as they are | in conflict herewith, and this amend ment shall take effect and be in op- eration sixty (6O) days after it's approval and adoption by the people of the State of Arkansas.
 1 Approved by the Governor, and filed in the office of Secretary of State, February z, 1919.
 ! Witness my hand and official seal this 2Sth day of April, 1920. | (SeaD TOM TERRAL,
 Secretary of State Administrations
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1920-05-18
LAST 5 WORDS
 TEAL. THE STORY
Cardui Assisted Mississippi Lady Recover Her Health. Other Treatment Had Been Without Result
 Read Her Story

Erratta, Miss Describing results from the use of Cardui, Mrs. w. L. White, of this place, says: When only a girl l suffered a great dea! with My mother decided then for me to take Cardui. l took nine bottles in all and became a strong, healthy girl.
 "After my marriage, so began to take Cardui. 1 was soon stronger, and passed the danger period all right, and my boy was strong and healthy.
 "First of last year was in a desperate condition. l -. almost to death.
 "We used medicines without re- suits.
 "l was so sore across the bottom of my stomach, and so weak.
 "For three months l lay in this condition.
 q told my husband Cardui had helped mo once, maybe it would again. He went and got it.
 "I began to take Cardui and very shortly I began to improve and get my strength.
 "The stopped; the soreness left me.
 "My present health is good.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1920-05-18
NEW YORK SUGAR.

New York, May 17.-The local mar ket for raw sugar continues strong and prices were half cent higher with business little more active. There were sales of about 150,000 bags of Cubas, Porto Ricos and some full duty sugars to local refiners on the basis of 21 cents for Cubas, cost and freight, off and June shipment. The market closed rtsong at 21 cents for Cubas, cost and freight, equal to 22.07 for centrifugal.
 Offerings were light with holders generally asking 22 cents for Cubas cost and freight
 The only change in refined was an advance by two of local refiners of a cent a pound to the basis of 20 1-2 cents for fine granulated, with prices now ranging from 20 1-2 to 25 cents. The demand continues active with re- liners allocating only small amounts.
 The continued strength in the spot market led to renewed firmness in futuers, where both the July and Sep tember position sold at 22.25 cents, the highest price on record. There was active buying by trade and com mission houses, with prices at one time 30 to 98 points net higher but near the close there was partial set btck under liquidation with final prices 19 to 65 points net higher.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1920-05-18
EARLY ADVANCES IN COTTON MARKET NOT
 FULLY MAINTAINED

New York, May 17.-Early advances on reports of unfavorable weather in the south were not fully maintained m the cotton market today, but real lzlng sales were absorbed on cOmpara- tlvely moderate reactions and the close was steady at net advance of A to 30 points.
 Trading was very active at the start and first prices were firm at an ad- vance. Foreign and domestic trade interest were buyers, while there was a more general commission house de- mand than for some weeks with ac- tive covering by shorts. Realizing also was active ata the higher prices however, and the market turned a shade easier when the publication of the official weather map failed 10 inspire any further fresh buying of consequence. There may also have been selling for reaction on the de- cline, but the detailed weather reports showing heavy rains in western belt sections and the prospects for show CTS and low temperatures in the east ern belt served to check selling oth- erwise. Trading was less active later and last prices showed rallies. The days weather news was considered by local brokers as increasing the prob ability of a very low end May report Exports today 1,799 bales, making 5,oOl ,777 so far this season. Port re- celpts o,982; United States port stocks 1.103114
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1920-05-18

approval and adoption by the people of the State.
 FOR AMENDMENT NO. 15.
 AGAINST AMENDMENT NO. 15. Proposed Amendment No. 15 to the
 Constitution of Arkansas.
 Be it resolved by the House of Representatives of the State of Ark. ansas and the Senate of Arkansas, g Majority of All the Members Elected to Each House Agreeing Thereto:
 That the following is hereby pro- posed as an amendment to the Con- tuition of the State of Arkansas ,and upon being submitted to the electors of the State for approval or rejection at the next general election for sen ators and representatives, if a major ity of the electors voting at such an election adopt such an amendment the same shall become part of the Constitution of the State of Arkan' sas, tO-wit:
 Section 1. The Supreme Court shall be composed of five judges, one of whom shall be styled Chief Justice and elected as such, any three o1 whom shall constitute a quorum and the concurrence of at least three judges shall in every case be neces. sary to a decision. Provided, if il
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1920-05-18
Helene'S Married Life Copyright Mcclure Newspaner Syndicate
By May Christie

In the little green world outside the window, life was going on in easy, lelsured fashion, as though Jim and l and all our problems did not exist. Leaning little forward in my chair, could see the nursemaids' wheeling the babies in the park, flirting with the policemen, and gossiping inter- minably with each other. A mood of reflection fell upon me, from which l was aroused by dim, who said:
 'Why so silent, lady fair? Did you not hear my question 2"
 l started Indeed l had been day dreaming.
 What did you ask me-" He turned himself little towards me as he spoke.
 'I wanted to hear all about your life. Perhaps that's an odd, presump- tuous sort of request. But every little detail about you interests me-"
 q wonder why?" The moment I had put the question, I regretted it. It sounded so much like asking for a compliment, for flattery.
 Jim, however, merely said, in a quiet, level tone:
 "You remind me in the most tanta- lizing fashion of some girl used to know. I can't remember where or how. But the resemblance is there. And the sound of your voice" He broke off.
 smiled
 "Were you particularly fond of that young woman, might l ask?"
 He put his hand up to his bandage1 forehead in bewildered way that struck me as infinitely pathetic. I was stirring chords of memory-too soon.
 "That internal head of mine," he muttered, half impatiently. "When l try to remember anything, it hurts a ab6minably.
 felt remorse.
 Don't try" I whispered, "and don't bother about the likeness to that other girl. Just like me--for myself"
 There was no coquetry in my voice, although the words sounded so. I was
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1920-05-18
NEW ORLEANS COTTON.

New Orleans, May IF. Too much rain and cold weather in the interior put the cotton market sharply higher m the early trading today but after advances the market ran into consid- erable realizing from the long side and finally, some short selling, based on the fact that the weather may did not show as much rain as was claimed in private returns from the belt. Fur ther selling followed the forecast of fair weather for the entire western half of the cotton region. The close was at net advances for the day of 15 to 33 points. The new crop months were stronger than the old.
 The steadiness of the late trading was due to delayed official returns from Texas which made it plain that private reports of heavy and general rains were we'll founded so far as Saturday and Saturday night were concerned, whereas the weather map reflected conditions of Sunday.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1920-05-18

"And what happened at the end o1 the six months ?"
 Il ran away and went on the stage My own smile was rather rueful at tho recollection of that period At first had pretty ghestly time. It seemed as though all of the downs and few of the ups were mine."
 "I couldn't get a job for quite s while, except very minor things, sucl as walking on." 1 nearly starved" Jim reached out and touched ms hand.
 "You poor, little grill" he whispered very tenderly. "If only I could have helped you, and taken you away from all the sordidness-" l nodded.
 "Yes, that's the word-sordid! re peated. Ut was almost as bad wher finally l did get tiny part, and went on tour. Those dreadful lodging houses, run by stout, gossipy land ladies who themselves had been fin tho profession the painful short age of money the discomforts of cheap travelling the heart. break and the weariness."
 but you arrived at last, didn't you?" queried my patient sympathetic ally, holding my hand in his, and giv. ing it tiny squeeze.
 At last-after long and uphill climb. I'll admit now-looking back that, the joy of making good was wort% all the previous struggle. But it was hard at the time." I sighed little.
 "Of course it was," said Jim, sooth- ingly, batting my hand, "If there's one thing l admire about you more than any other, it's your grit. I couldn't imagine you running away from any thing difficult, or playing the part of coward, Miss Helene"
 My conscious gave disturbing twinge. The part of coward? Since Jim's accident, had I not many times been cowardly, and afraid to explain my true position in his life?
 Tomorrow: Jealousy