The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-09-02

at ANeWPOiS lo,L ySdI <AiAA AlS lldS d man friend with him. too. My dear, we're in luck. Now we sl1an't have to dance with professional oartners It does somewhat take the zest of the thing to know that ones partner is being paid for his services. and it's ever so much more jolly to dance with ones own sort" -
 She caught the eye of "society's most eligible bachelor" and he and his friend came promptly over to their table. Introduetions followed and few minutes later Janet found herself yielding to young MT. Hald- ane's persuasions to go through the steps of the Pershing Glide with him. The combination of a perfect danc- ing floor. the most graceful and &C., compIished dancer she had ever had for a partner, and the stirring strains of the Cafe D'Artagnan "Al1-Star'' jazz band went to Mrs. Janet Ere mont's head like strong wine. After that first dance she did not have to be urged to repeat the experience. Two hours later she was still whirl- ing amid the circle of tea tables, in the arms of MT. Percy Haldane, alias 'Velvet" Raymond, who seemed 10 grow lighter on his feet every time he took her out on the floor. At length, glancing at her wrist watch she made the discovery that the afternoon was almost gone, ana told her partner that she really must be leaving for home. They were seated at a table in a corner of the big room, waiting for tf1e music to start up again. "Just one more dance," the man pleaded. And then-'
 He did not finish the sentence A big broad-shouldered man with a l massive square jaw had S epped up to him and touched him lightly on the arm.
 "T want you, Velvet" the newcomer said, quietly.
 Janet observed the shadow tna, fitted across her companions coun- tenance.
 Whats the trouble, inspector? Is it pinch?" he asked glumly
 "A pinch 1t is. my son. And I guess you know what for.'' The big man paused. 'sWho's your little friend here?'
 Merely a chance acquaintance, in- spector. I only met her an hour or so ago.
 Inspector Holen stared hard at the young woman, and a dubious frown creased his brow.
 Maybe you did. and maybe you didn't,' he muttered. Anyway I guess it won't do any harm to take her along, too. We can find out just where she fits in when we get down to headquarters.''
 '@Fo headquarterst" Janet gasped. Good Heavens! You're not-you don't mean police headquarters
 The police official grinned cynic- ally.
 The lady's c1ever,' he remarked. "She seems so guile1ess, Raymond my boy, that have a hunch she's one of your gang"
 Velvet shrugged his shoulders I'm telling you that I've only met her for the first time in my life," he pro- tested. "But if you won't beleive me that's her tough luck"
 He leaned over toward Janet. T"Too bad, girlie," he sympathized. "But if he's determined to take you I'd ad- wise you to come along without giv- ing him any argument here. They've got nothin' on you, and they'll have to let you go when they get you down. town. No use making scene in this place and getting your picture in the papers,"
 Poor Mrs Fremont hardly heard what he said Her eyes were making frantic search for the woman who had introduced her to MT. Percy Hal dane" But she was not in sight, Ob- serving the entry of the police in- spector a few minutes before she had made an abrupt and furtive depar- ture''
 Com on, young woman," Inspector Holden urged impatiently. Its good advice your friend here is giving you. 1T you're all right you've got nothing to fear by accompanying me to po- lice headquarters. We'll let you so quick enough if you can satisfy US that you ain't one of Velvet's pals, But if you're a respectable woman you won't want to make a scene in a public resort and compel me to use force.''
 Janet observed fearfulIy that she was already the object of much atten- tlon Her evident agitation had drawn several pairs Of curious eyes In her direction. Panic-stricken by the discovery she arose unsteadily to her feet and hurried out of the place, followed by the police official and his other prisoner.
 Outside, in the vestibule of the cafe Inspector Holden backed Velvet Ray. mond against the wall and went care fully through his clothing.
 "Just to make sure that you aiu't carryln' a gun, son." he explained
 The boys tell me that you're rather dangerous customer. "Pshaws You've no need to be afraid of me, inspector the other declared "I know better than to give you any trouble. And as for finding any concealed weapons on me. why don't even carry a pen-knife.'' Nevertheless his captor made a thorough search before he was satis- fled
 Going to search the lady, too-' Velvet sneered
 NO. I guess not'' tho inspector re- phed, grinnfng. .'I'11 take a chance on her. Might hand oyer those hat pins, though Madam. In the hands of a desperate woman they're deadlier than a gum
 He went to the door and beck oned to the driver of a taxi.
 Come on, naw folks; let's take a little ride" he said, as the machine drew up.
 Out on the side1ua1k 1anet made