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Evening star., 1921-12-08
HUERTA ABANDONS
TRIP TO new YORK
Mexican Treasury Head Will
Conduct Loan Negotia-
tions at Long Distance.
By the Associated Press.

l BY the Associated Press.
| MEXICO CITY, December 7.-Adolfo
de La Huerta, secretary of the treasury,
| has abandoned his proposed trip to New
York, where, it was reported, he would
| seek loan with American bankers, ac-
| cording to authoritative information re-
ceived today.
| Yielding to almost unanimous edito-
rial protest against his journey to the
United States, Senor de Ia Huerta is
| understood to be in daily cable COM
munication with New York bankers,
and II q loan is ioated or some other
| arrangement made in connection with
Mexican finances it will be by this long
distance method.
The services Of Manuel Gomez NORM.
the Mexican financial agent In New
York, will not be employed in connec,
ton with the negotiations 1t Is said
| that specific instructions have been sent
| to him that his activities shall be con-
fined to affairs strictly within his de-
partment
Concerned Over Taxes.
The taxes due the Mexican treasury
from American oil companies are
causing the officials here some con-
Germ. There is considerable surmise
rs to what will happen during the
closing days Of December. when the
companies are due to liQuidate the
new export taxes demanded under the
decree issued by President Obregon
last June. Statements credited to
| various government departments have
| been to the effect that there already
| were more than 100000 pesos due
the government by the oil companies
up to November 80. and it is an open
! secret here that the agreement re-
| Karding taxes made last September
| between Senior de Ia Huerta and the
American committee of oil men. head
ed by Walter c. Teagle, president Of
the Standard Oil Company OF New
Jersey. was tentative and expires De-
cember 81 next
Agreement Terms UndisclOsed.
Senior de Ia Huerta declines to give
out the details Of this agreement, and,
| 80 far as can be learned. with one ex-
Evening star., 1921-12-08

ception. none OF the local representa-
tives Of American oil companies Is ac-
quainted with its provisions. 1t is
known that within the past few
weeks there has been a considerable
amount of cable communication be-
tween the Mexican treasury depart
ment and the American oil men with
regard to this agreement, but there is
no indication as to the trend Of the
conversations between them.
Mexican finances IN general have
been much discussed recently in the
Newspapers of the capital.
Evening star., 1921-12-08
Girls Winter
Goats
Special, s9.75

Velour. Bolivia and Cheviot
Coats, in school and dressy
models. The most popular
styles, some with fur collars;
finished with pockets and belt.
Sizes 7 to IA years.
Childrens Coats in newest
effects, in loose and tight fitting
models; good, warm materials;
some with fur collars. H.sS.
Chi1drens Fur Sets, the
Christmas present that will
please the baby girl best is one
of these sets consisting of neck
piece and muff. Natural, white
and brown coney and white an
CORA. For girls about six. $3!SS,
H.95, $5.SS, $6.9S.
Down Stairs Store.
Evening star., 1921-12-08
POLICEMAN ASKS TO RETIRE.

Policeman Edward Mudd of the
ninth precinct has made application
to the District Commissioners for re-
tirement, basing his plea on the
grounds of i'll health. He has served
the department twenty-four consecu-
tive years, part of the time as mem
ber of the detective CORDS
Evening star., 1921-12-08
Extra Size =.
Wolfe .B1ouses
.:r$1..05

French Wolfe Extra Size
Blouses,. with. tiny Fren c h
pleatings, lace, embroidery and
drawn-work, in many attrac-
tive and youthful styles. Sizes
a. to AI.
Down Stairs store. -
Evening star., 1921-12-08
Silk Neckties
Special, Csc

The new correct shapes, in
smart color combinations.
Just the present for the man
of quiet, refined taste. Her.
ringbone, Twills, Grena-
dimes, Corded Silk and Bas-
ket Weaves are included in
this collection.
Down Stairs Store.
Evening star., 1921-12-08
HandkerChiefS

Women's Fine White Cambria
Handkerchiefs. with embroid-
cred corners. 15c each.
Women'S Cambria Handker-
chiefs, with midget hem tape
borders. l25.c each.
Chi1dren's Handkerchiefs,
with dainti1y embroidered cor
ners and nursery pictures. 15c
each.
Women's Sheer Camb brio
Handkerchiefs, with colored and
white designs. 3 in box. SOC
box.
Women's Soft-fnished Cam
brio Handkerchiefs. with col
ored and white initials. PIC
each.
Down Stair Store.
Evening star., 1921-12-08
Table Sets
$3.75 & $4.95

One set consisting of table
cloth of damask, size 56x71. and
six napkins, size l6xl6. Hem
stitched and finished with
beautiful drawnwork: H!S5.
Another set consists of one
tableeloth, size 64x6, and six
napkins, size l6xl6; neatly
hemmed with drawnwork in
pretty designs. S3.75.
Evening star., 1921-12-08
WOn1en's Silk
Hose
$1.25 Pair

Wome Super-fashioned
Pure Thread Silk Hose, of me-
dium-weight, with deep garter
hem and reinforced heel, soles
and toes. Colors are black, navy,
African brown, cordovan, cham
pagne, polo and pearl gray.
Sizes 8H to 10.
DOVE Stairs Store.
Evening star., 1921-12-08
Elastic Girdles
$2.75 and s.
Very Attractive Values
Flexible and comfortable, with sufficient
boning to hold the figure we'll. Easy to slip
into; ideal for dancing.
Down Stairs Store

Made of soft felt; interviewer
around the edges with ribbons
of same shade: trimmed with
pompons. NJ any attractive
colors.
CHILDREN'S FELT BOOT
EES, in copenhagen, with at
tractive designs painted around
the top; another style with
self colored silk ribbon inter-
woven around top. Sizes 2
years up.
Down Stairs Store.
Evening star., 1921-12-08
For the Mans Xmas
Hosiery
By the Box
Specially Priced

Mems Fine COmbed Cotton
Hose, good length. Box OF six
pairs, $1.z0.
Mems Fine Ribbed Lisle Hose,
with reinforced feet. Box of six
pairs, Sz.lo.
Silk Fiber Hose, with re-
inforced toes and heels. Box of
six pairs, $40.
Pure Thread Silk Hose, ex-
cellent wear and appearance.
Box of six pairs, $500.
Black, cordovan, Gray, Navy
Sizes 91z to 11A
Give q Box For Christmas
Evening star., 1921-12-08
WOnen's
Lan1bSkin Gloves
$1.OO E

Two-button-length Gloves,
with self embroidery and stitch
ing. Colors are brown, tan,
gray and white; white with
black embroidery and stitching.
Down Stairs Store.
Evening star., 1921-12-08
Just Received
Pongee ,Blouses
s2.85

Heavy Quality Pongee
Blouses, in many styles; some
with Peter Pan collar, others
with roll. collar; some trim
med with narrow French pleat-
ing; others hemstitched. One
of the newest modes has front
made of tiny tucks; long sleeves
with turn-back open cuffs.
Sizes "a to 46. Not all sizes in
each style. I
Evening star., 1921-12-08
Pink and Blue
Bath Sets

Consisting of one wash cloth,
one Turkish face towel and one
bath towel; two sizes. $l.zs
and $2.N.
Down Stairs Store.
Evening star., 1921-12-08
Sateen
Boomers, Csc

Bloomers of fine quality, in
white or pink, with ruffie at
knee. Regular and extra sizes.
Down Stairs Store.
Evening star., 1921-12-08
Muslin
Undergarnents
$1.05

Practical and Dainty
Hand-embroidered Gowns and
Chemise of muslin that will
stand the test of laundering;
daintily embroidered in floral
and dot designs; some with a
touch of real lace. The gowns
with square or round necks; the
chemise in strap and built-up
shoulder styles.
Evening star., 1921-12-08

Crepe de Chine and Radium
Chemise simple and elaborate
styles OF lovely quality. Few
things could be more desirable
as gift, and especially if one
is preparing a trousseau.
Down Stairs Store.
Evening star., 1921-12-08
Aprons
For Christmas
Specially Priced
35C, soc, Csc

Dainty Aprons of Organdy, Dotted Swiss
and Lawn; crisp, new and fresh, with pretty
lace trimmings.
Down Stairs Store.
Evening star., 1921-12-08

doors, floors, partitions
~ regardless of the character OF
outside exterior finish required
to suit slightly affecting The Of various
teials vvhen enclosing walls is:
Shoshone journal. [volume] (Shoshone, Idaho) 1884-1931, 1921-01-14

nerves. I've been freighting logs for
the senior Cardigan over my railroad {;
the contract for hauling them was a
heritage from Bill Henderson. from
whom l bought the mill and timber
lands; and of course as his assignee it
was Incumbent upon me to fulfill
HendersOn's contract with Cardigan,
even though the freight-rate was ruin
Gus.
wen, this morning young Cardigan
eaihe TO my office, reminded me that
the contract would expire by limita-
tlon next year and asked me to renew
1t, and at the same freight-rate. I
oHered to renew the contract but at
higher freight-rate, and explained to
him that l could not possibly continue
to haul his logs at loss. Well, right
away he flew in a rage and called
me robber; whereupon 1 informed
him that since he thought me robber.
perhaps we had better not attempt to
have any business dealings with each
other-that l really didn't want his
contract at any price, having scarcely
sufficient rolling stock to handle INV
own logs. That made him calm down
but in a little while he lost his head
again and grew snarly and abusive
TO such an extent, indeed, that finally
was forced to ask him to leave INV
Office"
nevertheless, Uncle Seth, 1 cannot
understand why he should make sucb
furious attack upon your employee"
The Colonel laughed with fair
imitation Of sincerity and tolerant
amusement. MY dear, that is no
mystery to me. Cardigan picked ON
hondeau for the reason that n few
days ago he tried to hire Rondeo,, |
away from me-offered him TWENTY-FIVE
uoiiars month more than was nav
ing MN, by George OF course when
hondeau came to me with Cardigan,s
proposition, promptly met Cardican,s
piu ana retained Rondeau; consequent
~ Cardigan hates us both and TOOK tba
earliest opportunity to vent his spite
on u.s." 'p''e
Inc Colonel sighed and brushed IN.
ulr' and leaves from his tweed,
InunderP he continued philosophi-
caiiy' ITS all In the game so why
worry over 1t? And why continue to
iiscuss an unpleasant topic, my dear2p
her uncle took her gently nv the
arm and steered her toward the ca
'oose' Well. what do you think of
'our company now?" he demanded
yayly.
Il think" she answered sober,v
tnas yeu have gained an enemy worth
while and that It behooves you not 70
him"
Shoshone journal. [volume] (Shoshone, Idaho) 1884-1931, 1921-01-14
contentment to the toad in the dust"
"As Won will IL. Shirley" He turned

contentment to the toad in the dust
"As you will 1t, Shirley" He turned
| away 'Ill send your axe back with
the first trainload Of logs from my
camp, Colonel" he called to Pennlng-
| ton.
Once more he strobe away into the
timber. Shirley watched him pass out
OF her life, and gloried in what she con-
ceived to be his agony. for she had
both temper and spirit, and Bryce
Cardigan calmly, bIunderingly, rather
stupidity (she thought had presumed
fiagrantly on brief acquaintance.
The Colonel's voice broke In upon
her bitter reflections. "That fellow
Cardigan Is a hard nut to crack-I'll
say that for him." He had crossed the
clearing TO her side and was address
ing her with his customary air OF ex-
pansiveness. 81 think, my dear, you
had better go back into the caboose,
away from the prying eyes Of these
rough fellows. I'm sorry you came,
Shirley. I'll never forgive myself for |
bringing you. If had thought-but |
how could / know that scoundrel was
coming here to raise a disturbance? |
And only last night he was at our
house for dinneri"
II wonder what could have,occurred
. make such a mailman out of him?"
he girl queried wonderingly. "He
lcted more like demon than human
icing"
"Just like his old father" the Colonel
urred benevolently. when he can't
ct what he wants, he sulks. I'll tell
on what got on his COMPOUNDED
Shoshone journal. [volume] (Shoshone, Idaho) 1884-1931, 1921-01-14

thrown him. as he had thrown Ron
deau- into the midst OF the men ad-
yancing to his aid. Three of them
went down backward: and Bryce.
charging over them. stretched two
more with weli-pIaced blows from LEFT
TO right, and continued on across the
clearing. running at top spec for he
realized that for all the desperation
Oh his fight and the losses already in
nlcted on his assal.ants, the odds
against him were insurmountabIe.
Shoshone journal. [volume] (Shoshone, Idaho) 1884-1931, 1921-01-14
CHAPTER VIII

Through the green timber BRYCE
Cardigan strobe, and there was mr.
IN his heart now. Already he bad
forgotten the desperate situation from
which he had just escaped; he thought
only OF Shirley Summers face, tear-
stained with terror; and because he
knew that at least some of those tears
mad been Inspired by the gravest ap
prehensions rs to bis physical well.
being, because in his ears there still
resounded her frantic warning he
Shoshone journal. [volume] (Shoshone, Idaho) 1884-1931, 1921-01-14
"FoR MY sAkEl

4 eynopsis.-Pioneer IN the Califor-
4 MIA redwood region. John Cardigan,
at forty-sevon, Is tho leading citizen
4 OF 5equoia, owner OF mills. ships.
and many acres OF timber. a wild
over after three years OF married
life, and father OF two-year-old
Bryce Cardigan. At fourteen Bryce
makes tho acquaintance OF Shirley
Sumner. 2 visitor at Sequoia. and
his Junior by few years. Together
they visit the Valley OF the Giants,
sacred TO John Cardigan and his
son az tho burial place OF Bryce's
mother. and part with mutual re-
xret. While Bryce Is at college
John Cardigan meets with heavy
business losses and for the first
time views the future with uncer-
tainty. After graduation from coll
lege. and a trip abroad, Bryce Car
digan comes home. On the train he
meets Shirley Sumner, ON her way
TO Scquoia 10 make her home there
with her uncle. Colonel Pennington.
Bryce learns that his fathers eye
sight has failed and that Colonel
Pennington is seeking to take ad-
vantage OF the old mans business
misfortunes. John Cardigan is de-
spairing, but Bryce IL full OF fight. II
Bryce finds a burl redwood felfed III
across his mothers grave. He goes II
10 dinner at Pennington's on shir- II
ley's invitation and finds the din III
ing room paneled with burl from III
the tree. Bryce and Pennington de-
clare war. though shirley does not
know Il. Bryce bests Jules Rom
ieau. Pennington's fighting logging
boss, and forces him 10 confess that
pennington ordered the burl tree
ut. Pennington butts into the
light and gets hurt
Shoshone journal. [volume] (Shoshone, Idaho) 1884-1931, 1921-01-14
CHAPTER vII-contInued.

The helpless hulk OF the woods-boss
descended upon the Coloners expan-
sive chest and sent him crashing earth
ward. Then Bryce. war-mad. turned
10 face the ring OF Laguna Grande EN-
ployees about him.
Next" he roared. "Slngly. In
pairs, or the whole damned pack I"
mr.. Cardigan!"
He turned. Colonel Pennington's
breath had been knocked out OF his
body by the impact OF his semi-con-
scious woods-boss, and he lay inert,
gasping like hooked fish. Beside
him Shirley Sumner was kneeling. her
hands clasping her uncle's, but with
her violet eyes blazing ferrely on
Bryce Cardigan.
How dare your" she cried. "You
coward To hurt my unclei"
He gazed at her for moment.
nercely, defiantly, his chest rising and
falling from his recent exertions. his
ksotted fists CORY with the blood OF
his enemy. Then the light Of battle
died. and he hung his head. "Pm
sorry" he murmured. mot for his
sake. but yours. didn't know you
were here. | forgot-myself."
I'm never speak to you again so
ieng as live" she burst out passion
ately.
He advanced step and stood gaz-
Ing down upon her Her angry glance
met his unflnchlngly; and presently
for him the light went out of the
world.
VERY we'll" he murmured. Good.
bye" And with bowed head he turned
and made of through the green timber
toward his own logging-camp five
miles distant.
With the descent upon his breast OF
the limp body Of his big woods-buIiy.
Colonel Pennington had been struck
TO earth as effectually as if a falr-sized
tree had fallen on him. the last whiff
OF breath had been driven from his
lungs; and for the space OF minute,
during which Jules Rondeau lay heav-
lily across his midrin. the Colonel was
quite unable to get IL back. Pale.
sasping. and Jared from soul TO sus.
penders, he was merely, aware that
unexpected and dlsconcert.
ng had occurred.
While the Colonel fought for his
'reath. HIS woodsmen remained In the
fling. paralyzed into inactivity by
eas0n OF the swiftness and thorough.
css OF Bryce Cardigsu's work then
hirley motioned to them TO remove
be wreckage. and they FASTENED TO
hey.
Freed from the weight on the
center OF his being, Colonel
stretched his legs, rolled
Is head from side to side, and snorted
olently several times like buck.
fter the sixth snort he felt so much
stter that clear understanding OF
e exact nature OF the catastrophe
me 20 him he struggled and sat up. 4.
oking around him a little wildly.
"Where--did = Cardigan go7 he
sped. Il
One OF his men pointed to the timber d
to which the enemy had just dis VI
peared. W
Surround him-take him." Penning- CT
q ordered. I'm give-a months m
y-to each of-the six men that to
scoundrei TO me. Get him cl
quickly UNDERESTIMATE re
Not q man moved. Pennington OF
BOX with fury. Get him." he croak- I'll
re are enough Of you to do ae
Shoshone journal. [volume] (Shoshone, Idaho) 1884-1931, 1921-01-14

y the job. Close In on him-everybody.
II III give months pay to-every-
II body"
III A man OF that indiscriminate mix
II ture OF Spanlard and Indian known in
II California as cholo swept the circle of
II men with an alert and knowing glance.
| His name was Flavio Artelan, but his
| straight black hair. dark russell COM
plexion, beady eyes, and hawk nose
gave him such a resemblance to a
fowl that he was known among his fell
lows as the Black Minorca, regardless
OF the fact that this sobriquet was
scarcely fair to very excellent breed |
Of chicken. THAT offers good enough !
for me-" he remarked in businesslike
tones. Come on-everybody.
months pay for five minutes work
wouldn't tackle the job with six men,
but there are twenty of us here"
Hurry" the Colonel urged them.
Shirley Summers flashing glance
rested upon the Black MinOrca Don't
you darel" she cried. Twenty to
onel For shamel"
For months pay" he replied i'm
pudently, and grinned evllly. "And
I'm takin' orders from my boss" He
started on dog-trot for the timber,
and dozen men trailed after him.
Shirley turned helplessly on her
uncle, seized his arm and shook it
frantlcally. Call them backl Call
them back !" she pleaded. ..
Her uncle got uncertainty to his i,
rect. Not on your life I" he growled,
and In his cold gray eyes there danced c
the lights of a thousand devils. 81 told :
you the fellow was a rufiian. Now, :
perhaps, you1l believe me. Wen hold =
him until Rondeau revives and then =
-n
Shirley guessed the rest and she
realized that 1t was useless to plead :,
that she was only wasting time.
"Brycel Brycew she called run =,
They're after you. Twenty of them O.
Run, run-for my sakel"
His voice answered her from the q.
timber: Run? From those cattle? 90
Not from man or devil" A silence -,
Then; $50 you've changed your mind. N,
have you? You've spoken to me
lgainP There was triumph, exulta- To-
Ion in his voice. "The timber's too
NICK Shirley. l couldn't get away on
inyhow-so I'm coming back.
She saw him burst through thicket w,
II alder saplings into the clearing. m,
Jaw half dozen of her uncle's men do
lose In around him like wolves around
SICK steer; and at the shock of their az
ontact, she moaned and hid her face r.
n her trembling hands. 70,
Half man and half tiger that he
vas, the Black Minorca. as self-ap- np
ointed leader, reached Bryce first
he cholo was a squat powerful little 70,
IAN, with more bounce to him than a tn
ubber ball; leading his men by tai
Oxen yards, he hesitated not an In m,
Iant but lodged under the blow Bryce m,
'shed out at him and came up inside sh
he iatter's guard. feeling for Bryces ie,
lroat. Instead he met Bryce's knee In,
his abdomen, and forthwith he fold wi
up like an accordion. no
The next instant Bryce had stooped. fig
'ught him by the slack of the An
ousers and the scruff Of the neck and of
Shoshone journal. [volume] (Shoshone, Idaho) 1884-1931, 1921-01-14
Avoiding the Rush.

any trouble getting drink IN your
'o OWL asked the farmer.
.,vn, IVY " oll replied the city man.
~, WY 'he bootlesgers are so thick that
se,l I "a VET, TO wear badges to keep from
se,''ng booze to one another '--c.ncln.
natl Enquirer 0'''''"
Shoshone journal. [volume] (Shoshone, Idaho) 1884-1931, 1921-01-14
Mora McTavish and her
Prince Charming"
cro BE CoNTINUED3
Movies Aid the stv,..

a prominent designer and importsr
OF women's gowns has stated that ~
INNS have had an important. efrsct ' ns
the demand for certain STYLES ~. on
.ar.y gowns OF simple classic lines an,
intriguing fabrics" A drpg -ss ano
ports mat the sale OF cosmes,os ne
became popular 'pe movies
Shoshone journal. [volume] (Shoshone, Idaho) 1884-1931, 1921-01-14
seyond az

Ihese love scenes are rotten. Can,t
u.,a leading man act as if he is in love
ann Can act at ALL" said the director
troubles he is in love with her
Louisville Courier-Journal
Shoshone journal. [volume] (Shoshone, Idaho) 1884-1931, 1921-01-14
The Secret Of suc~cs.

no, o ., George, what Is success In
"rer asked the small boy
ron Nn'.e George--Its getting other
, .p,Ns TO think as highly O. YOU as YOU
'A yourself.-Londoa Blighty.
Shoshone journal. [volume] (Shoshone, Idaho) 1884-1931, 1921-01-14
a Tribute Of An...l

.. Ihey must think lot Of us.
-, 10 invite us out to dinner with
'1' LOU Ut the present prices"
Shoshone journal. [volume] (Shoshone, Idaho) 1884-1931, 1921-01-14

An old stoa, n" INK Pot.
pot TO '' ons steel pen If kept in your IN,
pens IN daily use wear better .'"e 'n'
Norwich bulletin., 1921-08-11
FlAlNC',..l AND COMMERCIAL
.IARKEr RROAD ANp ACTIvE.

New York. Aug. 10.-Trading in stocks was broader and more active today with tcady pressure on the list
 The narrow and uncertain movements of recent sessions gave way to a deh- nite downward tendency and at the ,lose substantial losses were recorded. Various issues reached new low points for the year. including American Su- sar. which sold of 9 points to 62 1-4 Western Union. which broke 3-s to .s and General Electric, the recession .n which amounted to S-s, forcing 1t town 10 114 o-s. Transactions were is0N00 shares
 The days news embraced a variety ,f unfavorable items. which were suf- iciert to give a decidedly bearish turn .o the operations of traders.
 The government crop report prompt ,d ueliinr of the grain carriers, although he representative rails fared well by comparison with the industrials. Pass nr of the American Sugar dividend was roiioued by a slump in the stock which sAowed that the directors action had -ot been entirely discounted. A further sft n motor car prices unsettled the sa.o- and tire group.
 or shares were affected adversely 5S announcement of additional prtcs reduc- ions. Low priced rails also were sen- ,itive to pressure. being influenced by -eports Of greater delay than had been sz,erfed n action by congress on the measure for railroad relief.
 Indepsndent steels were heavy but .hers was little change in the price ,f e s. Steel following publication of ,r. monthly figures of unified tonnage, which showed a srnafier decrease than ra~ reoeraRy expected. The Iron Ages weekly surnmary of conditions in the stesf trade indicated that the recent -,osr-afe irTwr0veSnent in the rep@enish- m-nt deruand for steel continues.
 ForeiEn e1cfange again showed a re' sctiuurzy tendency. with sterling losing .bort A cent Other remittances were not altered substantially.
 n the bond market declining price vera the rule. There was increased -srifnE of foreign governmental issues partL-uiariy Uufted Kingdoms of 1887 Tstai gales tpar valueJ S10, 0,1o0O0o. u bsrey bonds were. mixed