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South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-04-07

strong back. slid out Of the side Of
the entrance as If by magic, cane to-
gether IN the middle. fitted exactly
and closed up the wall
by Jingo." exclaimed Spence.
You see how easily one might get
shut in. so DE careful" was my
warning.
Twouldn't be logical TO have
springs on the inside" Daddy COM
mented
There are Different tricks at the
different doors. don't know them
all. Better nobody stays behind.'
/ said.
"Treacherous rs quicksand." NUT
tered Daddy "Sure wen need you
IN the morning. little givl.'
".All right" against I agreed.
Funny place. this" Daddy was
talking TO Spence. "a private park
in the middle of the business section.
Certeis has owned it for Is years
Wouldn't sell Always improving it,
We sure made a bigger find than the
kaisers diamonds, today Improve!
HUH"
The men talked on I'm 2 low voice.
L caught a word occasionally:
Uprising -revolution- scotched!"
We wandered deeper into the
maze and approached the wine cell
lars
Daddy Lorimer stopped suddenly.
What's thls2" he growled.
Plainly u was strong string. lie
had tangled his dragging foot in it.
Spence stopped to release him. He
pulled It one way. then the other. II
held firm; IL disappeared around the
corners OF the passage.
Might be a clue 20 tire maze-a
guide by which somebody coming
in, could find the way out SWIFTLY"
Lets follow it!' / suggested.
I'll bet It goes straight to the
wine vault" calculated Daddy.
Gosh! hope the thieves have left
the 'Moet-et-Chandon!"
knew perfectly well who held
the end Of that string.
Now that Katherine, my enemy.
was almost caught, now that my hus-
bands faithlessness was about TO be
disclosed. my body grew weak. But
as my strength dwindled. my mind
became alert.
The two whom we pursued must
have heard us coming. If they had
nothing to conceal, why lad they re-
treated2
More than once fancied that
Spence was alert, that he realized
that somebody was fleeing before US,
farther and deeper into the under
ground labyrinth.
1t was a game Of hide-and-seek.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-04-07

Ny happiness was the trophy
There are others down herel"
said Spence as we descended the
steps OF a sub-cellar.
Daddy Lorimer shook his head,
but spoke softly:
There are two, The woman IS
Katherine Milleri The man Is my
husbandi They are trying 10 keep
out Of sight"
Jane. you're erazyl" Daddy ex-
claimed.
You'll seel" repeated in a
monotone which might have been
the voice OF crazy woman.
Follow the string-we must set
tie this nowi" Daddy moved as fast
as his Iameness permitted How
could Katherine know about this
hole? She couldn't" he persisted.
Jane. girl, wake up! You'e dream
ingi"
"I-I-hope sol" stammered.
For the first time I thrilled with
hope Daddy's doubt made me think
that was mistaken.
When 1 considered probabilities
calmly. 1 couldn't see how either
Katherine or Bob could know about
the cavern. We might be following
thievesi There must be 2 guard for
that priceless store OF wines. II so,
where was he hiding?
Suddenly my hope Of not finding
my husband was blasted. I per
ceived how Katherine Miller easily
could have come by the mystery OF
the maze beneath Certeis' flower
beds. And why she could enter as
easily as II
In Mexico, months ago, that hand
some Spaniard, Gertels' friend, had
fallen in love with Katherine. Before
that, he had plotted and intrigued
splendidly TO re-establish the rule OF
certain SPANS aristocrats in Mexico.
That was in war time. Germany
was back Of him. German victory
hal meant that he would make him
SELF a little kaiser ruling la the treas
ure house Of the world.
When the plot came to naught he
had fled 10 the mountains. had LED
bandits and rebels, had held Kath-
crime for ransom-and hi fallen in
love with her!
1t never occurred to me that
Katherine might know of the trove
Of gems under the grand fountain.
(To Be CCntinued)
Copyright. 1920
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-04-07

After Mr.. Seal had finished tell
ing his wife about the circus he had
left, he picked up his newspaper and
his pipe and started TO read again,
or at least he pretended to read. But
he was chuckling 10 himself and his
fat silky sides were going out and
in with his chuckles.
He was pleased at himself for i'm
pressing upon his wife that a circus
was no place for a quiet, home-lov-
ing seal. Fed really made out that
ii was a dreadful affair.
Mrs. Seal was disappointed She
had hoped that when she was mar
ried her husband would take her
around to see the wonderful wide
world that she had heard so much
about.
She'd heard that beyond the Ice
bergs the world was green instead Of
white, and that there were lovely
things Of different colors growing in
the ground. called flowers, and other
things of lovely cOlors flying around
in the air, called birds. She'd seen
eider-ducks and gulls but they were
white and gray like the snow and
rocks. Most Of all she wanted to
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-04-07

see a circus.
She suddenly noticed her hus-
bands fat sides going out and IN
and stopped a sigh she had begun.
why. Silky" she cried, II be-
lieve you're laughing"
Laughing" snorted Mr.. Seal So
bering at once. Nothing OK the sort,
It's just hiccoughs. I ate two pecks
OF salmon for my lunch, and I ought
TO know better at midday. I shall
have TO diet again. I'm getting too
fat"
Mrs. Seal was about to sympathize,
as a nice patient wife should do.
when a cheerful voice called. Hello.
folks, how's tricks?'' 1t was Flip
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-04-07
Confessions OfaBide'
eSeggllgo 20 6 IheNeuspa Enterprise ASSOCIATION

me woman's contralto which I
eard below the voices Of my corn
<YSoons was Ike a low triu on a
cut short suddenly.
knew the lovely note 10 my Eor-
row Only Katherine Miller could
laugh so. strained nay ears TO
catch It again.
~ came, from FAR away. and MS
time DR.. Spence looked up al Ely.
was glad when Daddy Lorlmer
spoiled his interest my addressing
NM heard the sentences they ex-
changed. but caught only the pare
spencei A fortress" Referring
20 the machine guns packed In their
In the heart Of the city"
Must be 10 acres OF it"
Now look at that stuff" Spence
looked, Daddy continued. "Oursi
-aaoe ey the Lor!mer Chemical Coz"
Wen, the hoard OF munitions
his ~ 90 Of tremendous significance.
- IN that particular hour it did
not Interest me at all.
could keep my mind only upon
strictly personal matters. Tba- shred
or laugh eer-it had come from the
Ups Of a witch It was subtle
aiIuT-ns-o laugh which would tan
'aUzo 8 man and lure him to q
precipice-and TO his destruction
and as her victim fell, the music Of
her voice would change 20 the shriu
triumphant rasp OF the w'tch
me old myth was true! Fob was
me victim. 7 could not save himi
Daddy spoke and compelled me
10 wrench my mind frora reverie.
cap Jane. we've seen enough Of
this precious collecuonl Some find.
al due to you. little girl, Now let's
celebrate! Lead onto the cham
pagnel"
All right. Daddy 7 guess we'd
Deter try the next room" With an
EFFORT 1 spoke IN my natural tone. 1
could have gone directly 20 the wine
cellars. but I dared not overlook a
nook OF the place in my search for
what did not wish 10 find.
IL was a strange hunt I must
come face to face with whoever had
preceded Us in the cellars, I'm order
10 be sure that il was not my hus-
band.
In the next chamber. we came
AuDon more boxes which the men in
Investigated. I looked into several.
They held nothing more dangerous
pan iron scraps
Iust remnants Of old war ma
I remarked. But Daddy and
&c were getting more excited.
pmbs! Dye see, Spence
,sl" Daddy himself almost ex-
ZI d ir mis- indignation.
Hidden under the citys hearti"
said Spence solemnly "A fortress
in the hands Of the enemy And stuff
enough TO blow Us all TO the moon!'
Jane. you'u have 10 get up early
tomorrow mOrning!" Daddy walked
beside me as we followed Chrys and
Spence out. You'll have TO come
along with me and open up these
stone doors for the secret service
men. 1t viii take n corps Of army
engineers to do the work without
you"
I'll De ready, Daddy dearl You've
given me an idea. Keep together.
everybody Stand I'm the passage. ]
want 10 show you Something!"
L stood on the threshold Of the
door. facing them I felt along the
narrow board with the heel OF my
oxford 1 pressed down the ex-
treme left end of the threshold II
worked-as Of old! Bricks cemented
:. f.r1Tly together and fastened 10 a
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-04-07

A hundred years ago Il was q
common thing for members OF the
British parliament 20 go TO the house
In a state OF intoxcation.
The London zoo has imported
from East Africa some giant snails
which lay eggs as large as those Of
a sparrow.
Equipped with water heaters and
other conveniences, a shower bath
motor truck has been designed for
circuses and other travelling organ
iZations.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-04-07
lNGROWN TOE NAIL
How to Tougher Skin SO Nail
Turns Out Itself

a few drops OF "Outgro" upon the
skin surrounding the ingrowing nail
reduces inflammation and pain and
so toughens the tender. sensitive skin
underneath the toe nail, that it can
not penetrate the flesh. and the nail
turns naturally outward almost over
night.
"Outgro" is a harmless, antiseptic
manufactured for chiropodists. How
ever, anyone can buy from the drug
store a tiny bottle containing direc-
tiOns. -Advt.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-04-07

pety-F1ap, the fairyman. and Nancy
and Nick. the twins.
"Good iandsi" said Mrs. Seal
drawing back IN alarm. els that a
man and a lady and a clown ,"
CTo Be Continually
Copyright, 1921, y. T.. A.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-04-07

King Georges life insurance pOi-
cies total something Ike $4,000
00O-
Women who play go'f number
more than $4,000 IN England and
wales alone.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-04-07
Here Is Good News

A western physician has discover
ed a harmless Pile remedy known as
Hem Roid. In many cases OF years
standing all distress quickly disap-
peared. Wettick's Drug Store sells
it with money-back guarantee.-Adv.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-04-07

More than three-fourts of Swftzer-
lands taxes are direct.
A five-reel motion picture is ap-
proximately 5000 feet long.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-04-07

Gerald Dickens, grandson Of the
great novelist, is a captain in the
British. navy.
The first prize ever won by Pre-
mier Lloyd George. of Great Britain
was for singing.
For the first time on record there
is an ice famine in Iceland due 10
the mild winter and lack of manu-
featuring facilities.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-04-07
Real Beer Again
FIO1CS OUer Bars
Of Chicago Inns
Windy City Feels Return of
the Good Old
Days"
By United Press

By United Press:
CHICAGO. April s.-The good
old days were back IN Chicago to-
day.
Real prehistoric beer flowed IN the
golden and frothing streams over
the bars OF most OF the reformed
saloons and the thirsty were drink
Ing long and deep.
Chicagoans, the matted species.
were looping the loop from one cafe
10 another and lining up 10 bars
which were three deep.
The gush OF bar towels and the
loud confidential conversation be-
tween patrons gave the aspect Of
the "old days" with but one thing
missing-the bowl Of prezels
Drink up and buy yourself an
other" was frequently heard. All Of
which means that treating has pass
ed. Most drinkers now belong to
the "Dick Smith club"-they buy
their own and drink IL.
Beer. about six percent. is selling
for 80 cents a stein.
One brew dispenser was asked
how he got his supply.
From behind his white apron, he
replied.
I'VE robbed the brewery. We are
going to rob IL on the first Of each
month. Have another stein?"
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-08-18
By WANDA BAR

II is much cheaper TO make the
wee things at home with good pat
terms. Fine materials. simply
trimmed, are far more 70 be desired
than the fussy clothes which are so
expensive 10 buy.
a simple layette consists OF three
little soft lapover shirts with edges
bound with silk tape. three torn
flannel bands with edges whip
stitched. three fannelette nighties,
or wrappers, six little nainsook slips,
licked and lace-edged. three main
sock petticoats. fastened on the
shoulders, three little flannel petit
coats, So diapers OF two sizes, two
crocheted sacques. one fannel-lined
silk outdoor coat with cap TO match
for special use, and two or more lit
tie muslin caps for everyday wear
with a little fiannelette coat.
The wee knitted shirts and bands
which are worn from two months on
are TO be bought at prices that seem
large for such small garments, but
they are better than any that are
homemade for babies Of this par
ticular age. Long dresses do not
have TO be considered for the sum-
mer baby II the mother and child
remain quietly at home. The short
dresses will come with fall days, as
we'll as the soft merina stockings
and soft kid sandals or shoes.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-08-18

John Ames was smiling slightly. a
sincere smile that one must have
liked
He led the way 70 the settee in
the living room, just the other side
OF the portieres.
Il know I haven't any right 10
trouble you. but you seem 20 be the
only sane person IN a chaotic world,
80 I thought perhaps you wouldn't
Mid talking 10 me a little" he be-
gan.
II there Is anything I can do"
the words seemed 80 weak. so futile
that I couldn't go on.
II need someone who can see
things in a way that I can't and
tell me what Is best; II IS easy 70
become so blinded by our own de-
sires that our vision Is all untrue
perhaps I am that way row and
it's about that that went TO talk"
waited in silence for him 70 be-
gin speaking again.
Il thought until last night" he
began slowly. that life without Lila
would be unbearable. I wanted 10
nod her In spite or herself and In
spite OF the fact tat I knew she
didn't care for me-ary more. She
had been the one woman IN the
world 10 me and had tried so hard
70 keep her" His voice was wistfuL
But last night I seemed 10 see
things differently thought-per-
haps there might be something else
after ali. and that we might-be
happier-apart." The words were
coming hard. II was a new idea TO
John Ames.
"She had always seemed Ike a
butterfly 10 me, a beautiful thing.
so delicate that the slightest touch
would mar her loveliness, the love-
liness which seemed 70 me TO be the
only desirable thing IN life-but-"
Finally. would you do it?' he
asked abruptly.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-08-18
II Q NJ EN- AKIN HE LPS
"EOsTythins About the Make the Home" .sE
Here Are Suggestions for Santa CLaus,s Mos

II the famous old stork had a
postoffice address his mail would
rival that OF Santa Claus in guam
tity. The answers 10 questions
sought regarding the favorite color
OF eyes, the best brand OF curls. the
value OF permanent waves, rosy
cheeks and properly placed dimples,
the secret OF adorable smiles. the
destinations Of wrinkled wrists,
lucky names and the dozen and one
things expectant mothers are inter-
ested in would be enough TO bring
on an extra moulting season and
make thu old bird as laxative as a
parrot.
In fitting up the summer baby
carriage do not use toe soft a mat
tress pillow. The head pillow should
be covered with a little linen slip. A
light, soft blanket or silk puff is suf-
hcient covering in fair summer
weather. II the weather is very hot
then a cotton sheet viii do. The
netting. or carriage veil, should fit
well to keep out all insects. While
the carriage is in the air regulate
the light by the top 10 keep the sun
from sleeping eyes.
Until the baby Is a month old, a
slip, or a barrow coat, as it is some
times called. is ample protection,
and then the thin flannel petticoat
is all that is needed. If socks are
worn. those OF thinnest wool or silk
Is more economical TO prepare for
than the winter baby, for II requires
simpler layette.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-08-18

feeling, without pain OF any kind,
settled in my left arm and leg. 1
have massaged il without relief.
Can YOU tell me OF a cure?
A-You will have TO write me
again and repeat your question, tell
ing me more precisely what troubles
you. for me to be able to help you.
w. c. Q-Nine years ago l no.
ticed a ringing in my ears. and
shortly thereafter realized that my
hearing was gradually getting
worse. Since that time I have been
to eye and ear specialists, but my
hearing continues TO grow worse all
the time. am positive it is chronic
catarrh. What shall 1 do?
A-You may have a chronic nasal
catarrh which has extended to your
ears. If this is true. you should
not expect 10 be cured or relieved
in too short a period. You ought to
go TO the nearest large hospital for
a careful examination and treat
Copyright. 1929
ment
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-08-18
[ Formidable Riuol.

The portable baby yard with
quilt on the floor is a boon for the
fall days, when the baby begins 10
creep. The child is safe IN the pen,
and the quilt keeps his little gar
ments clean.
The baby basket and its contents
change with the changing age Of the
baby. In the first daintily trimmed
basket are the usual fittings. The
pincushion takes five dozen pins Of
three sizes to start with, the soft
sponge fits into the oiled silk bag.
absorbent cotton puffs and old linen
pieces have their uses and especial
pockets. Later on the trimmings
get mussy, and then the basket is
tripped. and is more simply trimmed
for a more practical age.
Unfortunately we all cannot spare
a room for a real nursery. But one
portion OF as large a room as we
have at our disposal should be de-
voted 10 the baby needs, and should
contain either a chiffonier or a bas-
ket frame containing from four TO
six baskets for baby clothes. A lit
tie wooden clothes tree is handy to
hang things on.
Copyright. 1929
A member OF the lettuce family,
cultivated in Upper Egypt, is a new
source Of edible oil.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-08-18
WHEN A WOMAN TELLS
BY RUTH AGNES ABELLNG

Give her her freedom. you
mean?
''Yes-and then" Again I felt
his eyes searching mine as they had
the night before in the upstairs
room.
What would she do them" I
asked. sparing for time.
"Why-marry him. suppose"
your BROTHER Would he get a
divorce. do you think" I asked.
Don't you think so? Don't you
think his wife would be glad 10
have the tie broken, for he is moth
ing TO her? They don't even make
"a pretense any longer"
The husband OF the woman who
only a few hours before had &C
knOwledged 70 me her affection for
another man was Offering now 10
free her and back OF 1t was some
thing vaguely associated with my
self
Should let them go on TO some
thing I knew neither OF them really
wanted? Should I agree with John
Ames that his plan was the wiser?
Should I snatch at something which
might be my own happiness-or
should 1 say the one word which
might bring them back safely from
the edge OF the precipice?
The shadows were frightening in
the long, old room. heard Lila
Ames' step on the stairs and her
voice IN the hall, giving the maid
instructions. She was just the 9TH
err side of the portieres. her per-
fume was seeming the place. The
door closed behind her and she rode
away.
Then they came-the words.
do you think he honestly loves
herr" My voice was strange.
Silence followed.
of I thought he was only fooling
I think I'd kill him"
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-08-18

MISS I. z. J. Q-It was operated
on for appendicitis when I was II
y care old, and my st mach is verv
large. What causes This?
3-What kind o. soap < good to-
keep sores clean?
A-YOur condition has nothing
to do with your operation. Have
your doctor examine you.
ANY pure soap.
1. c. u. CT am a woman 90
years old. Two days ago a numb
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-08-18

A member OF the lettuce family,
cultivated in Upper Egypt, is a new
source Of edible oil.
Indiana daily times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1914-1922, 1921-11-29
TRIO is SENT
TO PRISON IN
BANK SWINDLE
Two Evansville Lawyers Are
Sentenced With Assistant
Cashier.

Sentences of eighteen months at the
Federal prison at LeavenwOrth, Kan,
were imposed on Mark Il. faEle and
Theodore r. Hull Evansville lawyers,
today in Federal Court by Judge Albert
y. Anderson after they had been found
guilty of aiding and abetting in the
Misrepresentation Of funds of the Mer
camille Bank OF that city.
Carl Heldt, formerly assistant cashier,
who entered a plea Of guilty to the
charge Of mlsappropriating the funds of
the bank, was given a two year SEN
tence.
In passing sentence, Judge Anderson
said that Heldt had played the part OF
the man in frankly admitting his guilt
and in showing no disposition to pass
the responsibility on to some other per
sons shoulders. However, the court
added, that his degree Of guilt was great
or than that of the other defendants be
cause he had committed breach Of trust
while they had only aided and abetted.
ADMITS GUILT
But PLEADS EXCUSE.
Heldt made a statement in which he
assumed his share of the guilt, and added
that he always had instructions that
checks of officers Of the bank were to be
Continued on Page Eighty
Indiana daily times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1914-1922, 1921-11-29
NezU League of Nations
Won t Satisfy British
BaLfOur Declares Harding Proposal Must Be
Unlike Existing Pact.

thing today about the subject7' he was
asked.
Il haven't really studied the matter
yet" he cOuntered. us there precise
statement on it?"
He was told he could safely assume
that the idea emanated from President
Harding, although there had been no
actually official written statement on the
matter.
Can you say then how you stand on
the League of Nations 2, he was further
queried
Il don't like to enter into a discus
sion of that now," he replied, but 1
must say the league has done some very
beneficial things"
AS for the association, he pleaded he
didn't know just how that would func-
tion" and in answer to question
whether he favored continuing sessions Of
the present conference-an idea dove-tatl-
ing in with Harding's association plan
he said:
Il don't know Just how that would be
worked out. If the sessions were held in
Washington that wouldn't be very CEN
trail, like Geneva is"
Balfour was leaving the Far Eastern
session. He swung into the revolving
doorway to join Ambassador Geddes.
1--WE don't want two leagues, do we?"
he volunteered as he isappeared.-Copy-
right, 1921, by United Press.
Indiana daily times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1914-1922, 1921-11-29
6 DIE; l3 MISSING IN THEATER COLLAPS]
Buildj1 g Under
Constr ttctiOn in
Brooklyn Falls
35 at Work in Orchestra Pit
Caught in Ruins of Roof
and Wall.

NEW YORK, Nov. 29.-Six persons
are known to be dead and thirteen others
are missing as a result Of the collapse
today Of the American theater which was
in course of construction in Brooklyn
The six bodies were taken from the
debris by police, who continued search
ing the ruins in which it was believed
lere were other bodies.
Four men, taken from the ruins, were
brought to hospitals.
Within few minutes after the collapse,
six ambulances, three fire engines, two
fire trucks and a patrol wagon were on
the scene.
The theater was at 779 Bedford avenue,
near Park. The roof and north wall fell
while about thirty five men were working
in the orchestra pit.
Samuel MoskOwitz and Sylvester Rosen-
thai, building contractors erecting the
structure, were taken into custody on q
technical charge of homicide.
Police had difficulty keeping back a
crowd OF 5000 persons which gathered at
the scene Of the disaster. Nurses and
ambulance physicians attended the in
tured workmen as fast as rescue work
ers brought them from the ruins.
checking up of the number injured
was impossible until the debris could be
cleared away. Despite the danger of fur
ther portions of the building collarsing,
fremen and policemen worked among
the ruins in an effort to rescue the in
jured.
The identified dead were Albert Sheri-
dan, 81, and +. A. Stone.