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East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11

"A good nights sleep viii do you
more good than any medicine. Just be
sure TO keep a poultice on that lump.
In the morning you'll be as trim as a
whistle" was the doctors verdict
which relieved Jack immensely. He
had waited to hear what his opinion
would be, but once assured Of the
girls safety. he prepared to leave, Mrs.
Morse halted him.
Surely you are not going without
bidding Clarise good night" she pro-
tested.
Jack needed no second invitation.
He entered the dainty bedroom AMI
gripped Clarise's hand tightly,
"You must accept my thanks, began
Clarise, very much embarrassed by the
eager glow of delight in the big 'fel-
lows face.
toh, don't mention it. Think how
great It is that you won't be laid up a
month or two. say, grille. how did It
happen? Slip on banana peel7"
NO" Clarice flushed. I'm so
ashamed of myself"
mo need of being Inundated. Acct
dents happen to us all"
But this was entirely my fault. The
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11
Seeing 1t Through

ised blindly. "I have wanted to know
you ever since first came Here. two
months ago."
Mollie looked at him. you wanted
to know me?" she gasped.
Then you'll help met It's only for
one day or I'd never ask you" She
was too serious for her words to seem
exaggerated.
Il never said that I Yves ensaged,
but I gave them to understand that /
was, and-and had to describe some
one. SO described you. Aunt Jane will
be here in less than three hours"
~And you want me to go with you to
meet herr" Jim asked eagerly.
"Yes, and Just stay with US over to-
morrow" reiterated Moilie. The car
was crowded that night, but Jim man.
aged to And a seat for Mollie, and
stood at her sida with proprietary In
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11
By Joella johnson

not know how you felt"
Il was always sorry that lost
track OF you he answered, "but come,
we must look for the boy!"
Just then there was a tramplng on
the stairs and little voice was call
ing, Mother, mother. I've found him!
five found my sled friend!"
Your sled friend'?" Mr.. Green
gasped. as he followed Bobby up tho
stairs.
what do you mean and where have
you been?" his mother cried, as she
drew him I'd her. "Mr. Green has just
come to help hunt for you. He is wait
ing now in the parlor,"
Gee" Bobby muttered under his
breath. as his eyes fell on the back Of
gray head and a pair of broad.
square shoulders.
Suddenly his mother left him and
rushed to meet the man in the parlor.
who had risen excltedly to his feet. No
one seemed to know Just what hap
pened then, but Bobby was soon raised
to his friends shoulder and a happy
voice was crying in his ear. meet my
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11

"oh, know" Bobby replied hap
PLY but wearily, nov MIR. Green take
me home. I'll tell you the street"
Mr.. Green took the tired boy in his
arms, and carried him to his car at the
edge OF the sidewalk.
Meanwhile Mrs. White and Mildred
were frantically hunting for the little
boy. 1t seemed strange that he had
disappeared from his playground. and
that the little sled should be unused.
Phone Mr.. Green to help" Mildred
said at last
Mr.. Green came as soon as he was
summoned, for he was much interested
in his little tenant
But he was greatly surprised when
Mrs. White met him at the door,
ut can not be Grace. my old friend,
can it?" He asked vaguely, as he
grasped the door for support.
Mrs. White smiled a moment in
spite of her worry but remained silent.
And have you known all along?'
Mr.. Green continued.
YES" she assented. that is why
Mildred always paid the rent. did
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11

think things over. He wanted to see
his ''sled friend" at once! But how
was he going to do 1t. when he did not
know who he was, or where he lived?
No one noticed when he stealthily
slipped on his coat and hat, and softly
tiptoed out of the house. He knew
that he was not allowed out of the
yard, but he felt that he must find this
lonely friend at once! Although he
had no idea which way to go, he
walked boldly and resolutely down the
busy street.
"I1l ind him." he said to himself.
confidently. Il just know that he is
tall and has dark hair, and he has a
nice smile, and eyes that just shine!
Just know it," And he trudged on
contentedly.
Yet not one Of the tall, dark-halred
men was Mr.. Green. In fact, they
frowned at him when he asked them.
Still Bobby studied each new face ex-
pectantly. Gradually the little fellows
enthusiasm began to weaken and he
grew tired. The sun had almost dis
appeared down behind the long column
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11

terest.
I'VE must be sure and address each
other by our Christian names, Mollie,
cautioned Jim, pulling her hand
through bis arm az they left the car.
There she is now" gasped Mollie.
Courage" Jim breathed in her ear.
"Just remember and act natural" The
next minute Mollie and the tall. ang1-
lar figure faced each other.
~oh, Mollie, Boston is horried. l
never was so scared In all my life.
wouldn't start on journey like this
again If you were engaged to 40 men,"
That night they partook of a hot sup
per In Mollie's room.
After Jim had returned TO his own
room, Aunt Jane turned TO Moiiie.
Wen, am surprised. And he is
studying for a lawyer7 How did he
ever happen to fancy you. MOllis24
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11

Caleb Drummer's mother and Caleb
Drummer's wife had been proud to pre-
pare In the years gone by.
Caleb Drummer rubbed his hands to-
gether gleefully before he began his
task OF carving the plump brown
fowl that lay before him.
"A good old-fashioned Thanksgiving
dinner No fuss and ceremony. he
chuckled. Great isn't It? I'll bet this
snits you. too. Meade. EhT'
He fell heartily to his task. But
across the table q pair OF soft blue
eyes encountered the open glance OF
honest brown ones.
She's Just dear little girl, after
ALL" reflected Felix Meade ardenuy.
Hes not fortuna hunter. One can
TELL" decided Sophia, and was deeply
comforted,
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11

lonely man, who wants to make you
very happy this year. I have often
seen you playing around the house.
and l hope that some day we will
know each other. Your friend,
JOHN GREEN"
She passed the card thoughtfully to
her mother. She could not understand
why the sender, who owned their home,
and was one OF the wealthiest men in
the city, could be unhappy, Her
thoughts we're so busy that she did
not notice the flush that Crept over
her mothers face as she eagerly
scanned the card.
I'VE must invite him over" Mildred
spoke at last.
"Yes," her mother answered almost
incoherently. eve will"
When Bobby learned OF the discov-
cry he was joyous.
when mother, when% he kept In
sisting
Some time." she answered absent
mindedly.
But Bobby was not satisfied. He
walked slowly over to his sled, to
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11
By Algia Frances Brooks.

Nov. I'd advise you to restrain your
curiosity, Aunt Jane. Jim won't stand
IT," The next night. after seeing Aunt
Jane OF at the station, Mollie was Just
fitting her key in the lock when Jim
came out. MAY come in moment?"
he asked.
He took her hat and gloves as she
removed them.
you look all in," he exclaimed
tenderly. Have you been to supperr
Mollle nodded. you have been q good
sport, Jlm," she began bravely. "and
! never can tell you how grateful
am" She held out her hand. You
may take the ring of now. and let our
engagement end"
Jims hand went over MoIlie's. "You
haven't heard the news yet. In three
weeks I get my degres. and the fol-
loving week ! am to b mada q junior
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11

sponded to her frenzied appeal.
"He never, never will do IT, she
walled. She stopped short. listening
intently. Yes. that was Jim Brad
bury's step. A minute later Mollie
heard the key turn in the lock in the
door. close to her own. Jim's strong,
athletic figure flashed before her mind.
No word had eyer been exchanged,
but Mollie had learned his name and
much Of bis history from the landlady.
Mollie crept to the door and softly
opened It.
Il never, never can do IT," she
moaned. But the thought Of Aunt
James nimble tongue and how she
would take this precious bit Of gossip
and make story so vivid that never
again would Mollie dare visit the rural
town, from which she had come to the
city ave years before, spurTed her on.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11

She paused before Jims door and gave
a little knock.
why. it is Miss Dow" greeted Jim.
and there was genuine pleasure In his
tone. Noticing the girls agitation and
traces Of recent tears he quickly ask
ed: Are you in trouble? Can help
your"
He pushed a chair towards her and
closed the door.
Passing him the letter, she said:
"Please read this! II will make the
telling easier"
you engaged?" Genuine dismay rung
in Jims question.
"No. it's all lie, senseless one.
Who'd ever be engaged to me? Just
because am IS and unmarried is no
sign am devoid Of feelings sobbed
Mollie.
IN do anything you say" he prom
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11

Jack plunged into the crowd Of trav.
elers. which scattered like snow6akes
in typhoon. He made mad leap
across 40 feet of platform and reached
the foot Of the staircase just in time
to catch the bundle Of humanity. toss
ing it over his shoulder, just as he had
so often plunged. seized and lifted
high the coveted football.
His excitement Immediately abating,
he peercd into the girls face with q
shyness in queer contradiction to his
mighty physique. Her eyes were
closed, her lips pale as death. An ugly
bruise marred the high forehead. and
she was so still that Jack was fright
ened into panic.
what shall l do with herr" he
stammered.
Call an ambulance. Take her to
the Emergency Hospital" suggested a
gruff voice at his elbow.
Better STILL" woman was speak
ing. Find out If she has her card in
the bag, and take her home. None OF
US would care to be carted on to q
hospital"
~will you open her bag. madam"
pleaded Jack. handicapped by the dead
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11

RoLLIE Dow's blue eyes spar
|" kled as she met the mail
N& man, but the smile with
which she had greeted the letter he
handed her turned TO dismay as she
read the few lines il contained.
She threw out her hand in angry de-
fance and looked at the tiny diamond
twinkling on her finger. you never
had any right to be on my finger" she
muttered through burning tears. and
taking the ring from her finger she
threw II on the table. where it landed
with a vicious little thud. wiping her
eyes. Mollie resolutely smoothed out
the crumpled sheet and re-read the
haunting lines:
so you are engaged at last, Mollie.
I am so interested ! must come at
once and see what kind of looking
man he is. Shall arrive at the South
station on the 1925 train. You both
be sure and meet me.
AUNT JANE"
what business is II TO Aunt Jane or
any OF the rest Of them?" she flung out
in angry defiance II was already 5
O'Clock, and In three hours she must
face Aunt JApe with the truth or start
into action the inspiration that had re-
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11

a T the breakfast table, after he
- had drunk his last cup Of
coffee and pushed his chair
back in the same way he had done
when living in a remote farmhouse in
stead Of his present fine city home,
Caleb Drummer spoke to his wife and
daughter.
81 think we'd better invite young
Meade to Thanksgiving dinner" he
said. THE lads q stranger in town
and likely to be lonesome on holi-
day"
Mrs. Drummer and her daughter, So
phia, swiftly exchanged glances, but
not swiftly enough to escape the fa-
TIERS notice.
whats the matter?" be demanded
testify. Isn't my secretary good
enough company for you--now you've
come up in the world?"
Nov. pa" began Mrs. Drummer,
solemnly. but Sophia giggled.
Undaunted. she met her fsther's
choleric stare. why. pa. l thought
Mr.. Meade was only a bookkeeper. Is
be coming up in the world, too?"
"Yes, be is." snapped the other.
~He's showing a good mini for busi-
ness: and I'll make him sales man
ager Of my Eastern office as soon as
he can qualify But you and your
mother seemed to forget how We"
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11

ingly, and smiled happily ~
his mother and sister, who sat
sewing before the fire.
isn't II dandy7" He asked for the
hundredth time. as he carefully car
ried It out Of the door.
YES" they agreed laughingiy. wav-
ing good-by to him.
There was gust OF fresh. Winter
air and then the outside door banged.
Il am going TO hunt again for that
card that came with that sled. Mrs
White said as she thoughtfully laid
aside her work. Il am positive that
was onel"
so am l." agreed her daughter, as
she Joined IN the search 81 wish that
we could thank the giver."
But the hunt was In vain. for no
crevice or crack revealed the desired
information.
ct is of no use. mother" Mildred
said at last, as she picked up her cro-
cheting on the lounge. But while she
had hunted her crochet hook had
slipped from her work. well, moth
err" she laughed, running her fingers
along the crack in the lounge, Il think
that we had better hire detective"
To her surprise. she pulled out lit
tie card addressed to-"A cheerful.
curly-haired boy" On the back 1t
read:
please accept this sled from a
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11

member of our frm. Now, Mollie, can't
we continue our engagement until
about June and then get along well on
my salary?" He punctuated his ques-
tion with caresses that convinced Mol
lie Of his sincerity.
20 you mind, Jim, II / use this for
the engagement ring?" asked Nellie,
holding up the little diamond.
Mind" cried Jim. why, Moilia 7
owe all my happiness to that littla
ring and Aunt Jane"
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11

"~HERE was the usual restless
crowd OF wayfarers on the
subway platform, but Jack
= Saunders, the fullback. was obliyious
10 them all with hands In pockets
and legs spread apart. he was dream
ing of rushes, tackles. and the Great
Game that was to be played within "a
hours. Victory had been his all along
the line. Could he stand unconquered
by the valiant foe and win the distinc-
ton Of being the most famous fullback
OF his day?
He pursed his lips and began to
whistle. swaying slightly back and
forth. TO and fro. How strong he felt,
how powerful, how gloriously young.
Napoleon in bis palmiest days never
felt mishtier. Hercules never more
virile.
Suddenly Jacks eyes became riveted
on a figure that, tall and slim, paused
for a moment at the top of the steep
flight Of stairs, that led down into the
tunnel. A second later. IL crumbled
and began to roll and bump over the
stairs. down, down, in rapid descen-
sion At the same moment the rumble
Of an approaching train sounded omin-
ously close and threatening.
Jack grasped the situation in fash.
The girl. carried on by the impetus OF
her descent would continue to roll into
the pit, to be crushed by the oncoming
train.
With an instant doubling Of his body.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11

Boy Passenger TO Railway Porter--I
say, how much longer are we going TO
walt at this station? I've been here an
hour already.
Porter-That's nothing, my SON.
I've been here fifteen years.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11
A Cynical Impression.

I can remember" commented thd
sarcastic constituent. when . man
could get pretty far ahead. simply BY
looking WISE"
II shouldn't be surprised Il times
had changed" replied Senator sor-
ghun. 1T sometimes seems to me
that it's getting so a man doesn't even
have to look that way"
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11
Particular.

Barber. Hair cut, sir?
Customer. No. not hair cut; only
a mouthful Of lather. fifteen minutes
of onion breath and the tip of my ear
cut of.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11
Quite Devoted.

Phyiiis4He seems very fond os hls'
wife. 4
Joan-very! He doesn't even md
fault with the way she's bringing m
the children.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11
Proof of II.

why do you think Edith is SO easy
to please?"
We'll. she says she plays the piano
only for her own pleasure"
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11
Co.SuGerers.

Does your husband suffer from bis
rheumatismT"
Eyes. but not half so much as the
rest OF us dot
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11

She Did the Talking.
Louise-Have you speaking ac-
quaintance with Mrs. Teller?
Julia--No. just & listening one.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1920-12-11

rN oBBY patted his new sled low
- ingly, and smiled happily At
49, his mother and sister. who sat
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-02-09
SAY MERIDIAN COPS
ARE ACCEPTING BRIDES

MERIDIAN. Miss. Feb. s. tSplD--
Sensational charges by Sanford GrSt
ham, local attorney and Rev II e.
watkins. at a banquet, that the police
officials are accepting brides. and laws
are openly violated here. have come
to the grand jury and that body is
being watched with interest over the
county
Judga Heidelberg in charging the
grand Jury demanded a thorough In.
vestiga ion and the indictment or ex-
oneration Of the officials by the body
Several prominent citizens have been
examined A decision Is expected soon
The investigation has been going on
two days The chief Of police and GER
tain police officers have heen specific
ally mentioned.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-02-09
p Indicted At
Senatorial, Miss,
For Auto TheftS

~ENNTOBlA Mis- Feb g tsp.
Warde, sa3mrp~8 .na5t 4e.a He>
Tuesday when this body will again TIDE
uU the wuyr Of further lnvest ga tiuu
into fhe auto stealing now under TN
v"s'iE8tion Twpnty-spyeu true bills
have been returned by this body
All bat one or TWO Of this number are
for thers 81 autos hat were stolen 300
Newphia and brought here for dssposll
DO is said that these indictments iu-
r'4de some very prominent people OF
Memphis and Senatobia The court
viii he Iu session next week. and sew
tral cases from among these ind.ct %
nItuts will bs TRIED
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-02-09
A COLD RELIEVER
FOR FIFTY YEARS
DR.. Kings New Discovery has
successful record of half
a century

HH tME-TRIED for more than fifty
years and today at the zenith Of
q its popularity When you think
OF that YOU are hound to be convinced
that Or Kings New Discovery does ex-
actly what It is meant to do-soothes
cough-raw throats. congestion torment t.
ed chests, loosens phlegm- pack, and
breaks the most obstinate cold and
grippe attack.
Or, Kings is safe for your cold, for
your mothers cold. for the Riddles cold,
cough, Group. Leaves no disagreeable
after-effeCts. 60c a bottle at your drug
gst's
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-02-09
WATCH THAT
COUGH AND COLD
1t might Be the Beginning of
Pneumonia or Flu.

II you cough and ache with pains III
your chest side or back, your nose ana
eypg red sore throat or your child ha.
Group or cold, don't wait Get from
your druggist boX of Namblctou. s.
Of Kold- Rub one kuld kau wilt re-
iieve YOU IN one hour then take arothc,
nj bedtime and ruh with Kold- Run.
which quickly reteNes sore throat and
Group. ioosens up the nose and head,
relieving the pains or aching Don
wait TN you are down iu bed Both
keId- kaps and kold- Rub should he
Kept IN the house always Don't accept
ANYTHING else from the druggist Ask
him Ia order them from his Wholesaler
for YOU. or YOU can send =. . Order to
tlambleton Drug 60. gus Madison, Mem
phls. Tenn. Add 10 cents extra by mail
adv
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-02-09
DOCTORS Use
CALOTABS FOR
COLDS AND FLU
Influenza and Grippe, Like Or
binary Colds, Require Gallo
tabs, the Purified and Re.
fined Calomel Tablets
That Are Nausealess,
Safe and Sure.

Physicians and druggists claim that
the great epidemic of Influenza has con-
clusively demonstrated that the quick
est relief for a cold and the best pre-
ventive OF influenza and pneumonia is
to keep the liver active so that the d.
gestive organs may be In perfect con-
dition. For this purpose Calotabs, tie
new nausegess calOmel tablets that are
free from the sckenng and weakening
effects is the most thorough end de-
pendable, as well as the most agreeablA
laxative.
Calotabs have the special advantage
Of not making the patient sick and
weak. as they do not upset the diges.
ton and appetite One Calotab at bed
time with a swallow Of water-thats
all No salts no nausea, nor the slight
est interference with your eating, pleas.
ure, or work Next morning your cold
has vanished your liver II active, your
system is purified, and you are feeling
fine with a hearty appetite for break
fast
For your protection, Calotabs are sold
only in original sealed packages, price
| thirty-five cents. Sold by all druggists
and your money back if you are not de-
lighted with them. adv.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-02-09
ThieUes Steal Mix
And Cakes, They
Pass Up JeUelry

SHRE.NEpORT' La Feb. o. tSpl) -
Jewelry. silvcrware and other vamables
have no appeal whom It's case OF
choosing between thum and food at
present prices This w,ts lem pnsIated
when thieves smash ID a rN2r window,
entered the home OF Carl plSuoS mere
and made away with several bottles
Of milk and quantity Of tea CAKES.
They left iewetry and 'dlv"rwa.c n the
house untouched,
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-02-09

ton has brought good prices as it was
OF the best quality. having been picked
early last fall before The rains set ID
and stained IT, Good prices were paid
Tor all grades and the local gins are
busy ginning the staple
There suu remains In the fields much
cotton to be picked but with a few
days open weather farmers will sue
coed in getting most all Of IL picked
out and marketed
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-02-09
REBUILDING PROGRESSES

Ltl.l.E. Feb 9--rorccrtlble progress
toward the regeneration Of Northern
France Ii shown IN reports iuN made
public here From Feb | to Dec, L.
1919 l250.0 OoNo0 francs was advanced
Ooo francs was paid as COMPENSATION for
war damages Seed costing $500 Upn
francs aud fertilizers worth gA01o 900
we're bought for farmers, who, In add
ton. received $4,000 head Of horses.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-02-09
COOPERATIVE CREAMERY
FOR GAINESVILLE. TENN.

CLARkSVIlLE. Tenn. Feb q lSulD
Al meeting Of farmers held here Sat
urday afternoon Mr. Hutton. Of tine
State university delivered talk ex-
planning the plans of organizing a CO.
operative creamery in ClarksvilIc His
plans were discussed ana regarded aE
feasible Thcreupon a committee was
appointed to solicit stock All present
subscribed literally
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-02-09
TOBACCO SALES FALL OFF

PADrCAH Ky. Feb O. tSpl)-To-
baceo sales on the local loose floor mar
kcts for the last week totRlod 10000
pounds q decrease over those Of tho
preceding week. The quality was me
dunn Prices for leaf were from n to
90 cents The average was estimated
not tu exceed Il cents Prevailing
prices we're unsatisfactory
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-02-09

Edwin r. Meredith Is the newest
n,,nhrr of President Wilson'S cabinet
Tie was named secretary Of agriculture
ia the shift made in the cabinet to I'LL
the vacancy left by thC resignation OF
Carter Glass, secretary Of the treasury
Glass enters the senate. David +
Houston who has been secretary OF
agriculture. becomes secretary Of the
treasury Meredith, Dies Moines man
is editor and publisher Of Successful
Farming He is 81.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-02-09
MUCH COTTON HANDLED
AT IRRELEVANT TENN.

IRRELEVANT. Tenn. Feb g. GSpl1-
The local cotton yards here resemble the
tlsy days OF last fall for the past sew
eral days farmers have been hauling
large quantities here for 10 or Is miles
in every direction, Some Of the cot