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to jump the gap that separated the two
vessels she twisted free of me and
would have slid overside-to be
crushed to death, most likely, for the
two hulls were continually grinding
together. l caught her in the nick
Of time, letting go. my clutch upon the
rigging, and was near to being dragged
down with her, lettering back and
forth as aimless as a feather blown
by the wind. So that, what with her
struggles and my own loss of balance,
l gritted my teeth and jumped most
precariously, hit or miss, and, am
bound to adnUt, landed upon the
James bulwarks rather by good for
tune than SKILL
dropped to the deck in no very
pleasant mood. "An Ill recompense
for one that hath been at pains to
spare your fathers reputation, mis-
tress," / growled, as surly as any pi-
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-07-16
Arthur D. Howden Smith
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clawing so that I was put to 1t TO pro-
tect my eyes. They were surely three
of the bravest people who ever lived
and but for Peter they would have
worsted me.
The big Dutchman waded stolidly
into the confusion, showed O'Donnell
from his path, upset the monk and
pushed the two nuns out of the way
"You take der little gal, Bob" he
squeaked.
She struggled with all the strength
in her lissome abody, but pinned her
hands and tossed her over my shoul-
der-and then her father attacked me-
with the Spanish captain. whose pa
thence had been exhausted by this
last outrage.
Murray drew his sword and forced
the Spaniard back and Peter slung
O'Dennell over his shoulder as easily
as l had the maid.
Il got him, ja," he announced to
Murray.
My great-uncle sheathed his sword
Garry him along" he said. "Since
he Is so much concerned as to his
daughters fate, we will permit him
TO watch 1t. Afterward, 1t may be,
he can afford us some additional
amusement. Slap me, q most persist
ent fellowi"
A line of pirates staggered across
he hoo efA hAnanfh hrr
dens Of portly casks and iron-bound
chests, wire-wrapped and padlocked,
each a-dangle with leaden seals Inn
pressed with the arms of the Spanish
king. They leered at my writing
captive, but they all looked quickly
away as my .great-uncle descended to
us.
"Can you manage her alone" he
asked me CURLY.
'I'll manage her or go overheard
with her." 1 barked.
He smiled
'The right spirit. lad Tut, tut, mis-
tress," as she wrenched hand free
and dug at my eyes. you concern
yourself for nothing. We have but
played at a game. Observe your
fathers attitude"
.'The greater his shame!" she
Kissed. ''That he should have suffered
you to take me alive!"
1--WE are friends" urged my rela-
tive, lowering his voice. "'Tis but
n Drptense we make"
"Friendsl All, you are friends to
the Powers of Evil
"Be patient little longer, Moira,'
pleaded her father from his perch on
Peters shoulder. "Pll explain"
She went of sudden entirely limp
and burst into a passion Of weeping.
; "Oh, padre, padre, to think of you
a coward! Ills worst Of all !"
O'Donnell swore helplessly.
climbed by way Of a carronade on
to the larboard bulwarks, holding Mis-
tress O'Donnell with one arm while
1 took a strand Of rigging with the
other; and even as / collected myself
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-07-16
ather Every Fifteen Years to Honor Deity

On the great hill Of Sravanbelgoia,
In Mysore state, southern India, stands
a colossal image over go feet high
of the god Komateswara. Every Is
years great festival is held In honor
Of the deity, and hundreds of thou
sands of jams come from all parts OF
India to participate In It,
One of the principal events OF the
festival is the ceremonial amounting
Of the image with ghee, milk, sandal
wood oil and other liquids. A huge
scaffolding Is erected around the figure
to render is accessible. and the right
to anoint 1t put up at auction-a curl
Gus feature Of religious festival.
The figure of the god is huge mon
olith-probably the largest In the
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-07-16

States on which duty of $2,735.O42
was paid.
An Arab eats six pounds Of dates
day. The import figures for the United
States show that only about six ounces
Of dates per person are consumed an
nually In the United States.-Progres-
sive Grocer.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-07-16

A hurried break
fast over an untidy table may be the
cause of many Of the unhappy expert
ences of life. Start the day right with
a neat table, well-cooked food and a
which appeals to most in the morn
ing. Whenever possible fresh green
foliage of the fruit itself is the pref
test garnish. After the fruit comes
the morning cereal. AS there are al
ready hundreds of them to cook or
serve uncooked, variety IS always
present. The whole wheat as 1t
comes from the granary is an ideal
breakfast food for all ages. Wash it
well and soak overnight, then cook all
day or until every grain is burst and
covered with the gelatinous center of
the grain. Serve with top milk or
cream. A quantity cooked at once
will keep for several days if kept in
cold place
Fried Chicken, Southern Style
Joint fat young chicken, dredge with
-four, salt and pepper and place on a
platter. In deep frying pan fry out
half-pound of bacon, add one cup
full of lard and when smoking hot lay
In the chicken; turn when brown, Civ
ing the thicker pieces longer time to
cook. Place on hot platter and gar
nish with water cress.
Breakfast Muffins-Beat one egg,
add one-half cupful of milk, -four with
two teaspoonfuls of baking powder to
make soft batter, then add two ia
blespoonfuls of melted butter and pour
into well-greased muffin tins to bake
in a moderate oven.
BIueberry Cake.-Cream table
spoonful of butter, add one cupful Of
sugar and when well blended add two
well-beaten eggs. Beat five minutes.
add a teaspoonful of vanilla, few
gratings of nutmeg. two teaspoonfuls
of baking powder, sifted with two cup
fuls of -four; add pint of well-foured
blueberries and bake In a loaf or in
muffin pans.
Put thinly sliced cake together with
jelly or preserves and serve with a
custard sauce or whipped cream for
dessert.
Good Food for Company.
We all enjoy giving our friends
something unusual and attractive
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-07-16
N,sa Nv wee
Earliest Virginions

The settlement of jamestown, Va.
was made in 1907 by colonists sent
out by what was known as the Lon
don company. On June %, 1924, the
charter of the London company was
declared null and void. and Virginia
became q royal province.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-07-16
Copper 5000 Years Old

Copper vanity cases, copper hand
mirror, copper razors. tools, fish,
hooks and hairpins have just been
found in Mesopotamia by scientists
excavating the five thousand year-old
palace of the kings of Kush. Copper
is truly the everlasting metal.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-07-16

Northern Minnesota is drawing in
tourist trade that will run above
fifty million dollars a year. 1t de-
ponds on the lakes and woods, the
fishing and hunting. Preservation of
the forest cover is necessary for hold.
ing the attractions.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-07-16

A dish which may be
doubled to serve q large
number Is:
Chicken Warmein.-
Clean and cook a large
chicken In plenty of
broth, adding one small
onion, removing it when
tho oh;clyen ic dona Tora
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-07-16

"a pungent fellow, Martini" COM
mented my great-uncle, recrossing the
deck "But we must play our little
comedy here. You, chevalier, are cast
for the Anguished Parent. 1 am the
Aged Libertine Peter is the Mute
with the bowstring-be gentle, Peter.
Robert-humphl / scarce know how
TO describe your role, Robert. You,
shall we say, are to be Youth? You
shall be Youthful Wantonness, and
did we adopt all the exigencies of the
plot 'twould be necessary for you f.
nally to strive with me for the pos
session Of the maid. But We will
wave that anon. Play up to me,
nephew! You. too, Peter!"
He left us and walked with a mine
ing gait, entirely different from his
real catlike prowl, up to the black
CARRIED cluster surrounding Mistress
ODonnell.
~Stap me, fair piece. this!" he
drawled. TOO fair to bloom unseen.
Come hither. mistress!"
But the maid answered him so
dauntlessly that 1t made the blood
prickle in my neck.
"a black shame on you, old enough
to be the father of me and these 9TH
ers herel / know you for what you
are, Captain Rip-Rap, and If you will
be thinking 1 am one to fear you 1t is
a sorry Weakening you will have. Oh,
you might better be down on your
knees, asking pardon for the wicked
ness you have wrought. than plotting
fresh evil, and threatening holy folk
with your dreadful tormentsl''
$50 you recognize meT said my
great-unele. "'Tis an honor, mistress.
But fear you have heard much to my
prejudice, and / must press you to
visit my ship and learn the contrary"
"Step forward, colonel, and defend
her." 1 muttered under my breath to
her father.
He had the grace to blush, but he
acted upon my suggestion with SEM
blance of sincerity
''Sir, sir, what is this you do?' he
cried. "Certes, there is some limit
to your law-breaking The maid is
my daughter"
My great-uncle went through his
snuff ritual with an artful exaggera-
ton which was comical to one who
knew him.
"Unfortunatei' he drawled. 81 wish
/ could sympathize with you, sir"
And to me
Robert, you will conduct the lady
to the James"
For the first time Mistress ODon-
nell's glance lighted fair upon my
face.
Master Ormerod!' she gasped.
you'd best come quietly, mistress"
snapped.
She flung her hands to fend me off,
and the fat monk and the two nuns
cast themselves upon us. the monk
striking at my head with his heavy
crucifix and the nuns scratching and
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-07-16
The Last of the Woods
AXE no chances with fire.

Take no chances with fire.
Douse the campfire with pail Of
water.
Snap the burnt match between your
fingers to make sure there is no
spark in the tip.
Drop your cigaret stub on the gravel
and grind it under your heel.
You'll never be sorry when you play
safe.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-07-16
Great NaUal Figure

John Paul was the real name of
Paul Jones. the Scotch-Americari
naval commander, who distinguished
himself in the American Revolution.
He assumed the name of Jones on his
appointment as naval lieutenant In
ITO.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-07-16

|: CABINET

The highest duty of the state Is
SO to legislate and minister as TO
make good homes, for 1T Is only
larger home, and for the same uses
that the state exists.-Ellen Rich
ards
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-07-16

world. 1t was hewn out of solid rock
at least thousand years ago and
Is In a wonderful state of preserva-
tion.-Wide World Magazine
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-07-16

WANTED TO EXCHANGED ton Of
prunes, little used, for a mess of
steamed CLANS Or what have you?
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-07-16
The Fruits

II have thought, and thought, and
come to some very ridiculous conclu-
sions.-E. w. Howe's Monthly.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-07-16
CHAPTER x-Continued

The silence was oppressive as we
assembled the poop ladder. A last bab-
BILE of Latin ended on an hysterical
note The Spanish captain stalked
10 the far side of the deck, rumbling
curses, and fixed his gaze upon the
purple hills of Hispaniola. Behind
the steerlng-wheel the black flock of
great, gilded lanthorn which crowned
the high, pulpit-like recess intended to
protect the helmsman; and amongst
those cowled shaved heads and shape
less swathed forms the slim grace and
sunny blue eyes OF MORA ODonnell
were as patent as the growing fear
with which her father met us.
'Don Ascanio has placed the conduct
OF matters In my hands. What is
next? Must you" he began.
He gestured expressively toward the
vessel beneath us.
at seems II find myself 'Tis
a nauseating prospect Several hun
dred men-and priests and nuns, Muir
ray Aye, cardinal sin, one I'll
never have dissolution for, whatever
betida-"
you concern yourself without
cause" said Murray soothingly. 1--WE
have arranged 1t differently, and to
that end / shall act part with your
daughter which you must support /;
aye, to the offering of violence. And
now, tell me, where is the treasurer
"In the lazaret."
Master Saunders r' called my great
uncle, take fifty men and break
out quantity of treasure from the
lazaret of the prize"
AVE, aye, SIR returned Saunders,
and the pirates fell over themselves
in their alacrity TO have hand In
his business.
My great-uncle concluded the clean
ing of his sword. crossed to the lar
board railing and tossed the bloodied
handkerchief overheard
'Oh, Master Martin" he hailed the
mate on the poop Of the Royal James,
BE so good as TO have whip rugged
from the foreyard-arm to sling aboard
the treasure which Saunders is break
ing out"
"Aye,aye, sir, I'll attend to It all
myself Martin assured him. -
my eyes for a - - and all
>a Twelve Apostles, blast 'em for a
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-07-16

Diner Ito waiter)-One hundred
and fifty francs for the chicken? You
were mad to have killed a bird which
was worth so much Paris Pele Mele-
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-07-16

Every man has some weakness. A
common one is making suggestions to
his wife about running the house.
Copyright by the McNaught Syndicate. Inc.)
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-07-16
sEAsoNABLE FOODS

There is probably no meal of the
day where dainty service and pretty
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-07-16

President Madison of the United
States always wore suits made of wool
grown In America.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-07-16
CHAPTER XII
The Dead Mans Chest

When I returned to the main cabin
Ben Gum was placing food on the
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1926-07-16

UlSneS are HiOTo
appreciated than
at the morning
meal. We hear
m u h a b o u t
starting the day
right and 1t is
very important.
A hurried break
Vashon Island news-record. [volume] (Vashon, Wash.) 1919-1954, 1926-03-26
VASKON COMMUNITY
WATER SYSTEM

Last week the contract was let
for the installation of commune
ty water system for the town OF
Vashon. This system will take
its supply of water from Beall
creek, a stream of clear, cool, pure
spring water. Ii will be pumped
into a 10000 gallon tank, erected
on 60 foot tower in the center
of the town, by rams. A 4 inch
supply pipe will carry the water
in front Of the homes along the
four highways leading a half mile
in each direction from the bank
corner. The entire construction ex-
.ept the tank and tower, will be
of steel and concrete. ID. p. Slater
of Dallas, Oregon, has the con
tract which amounts, i'll round
numbers, to $1l 400 1t is to be
completed on or before May 18th.
The pipe is guaranteed against ev-
for ten yeats. 1t has
been used in Hillsboro Oregon for
30 years and is yet giving no
trouble. Payment may be made
for the assessment III cash, or it
may be spread out over a term of
10 years at go interest. No one is
obliged to connect with the wafer,
unless they desire to do so. Meters
will be used and the rate per
month will be reasonably low. All
who desire to use the water should
notify the commissioners in writ
ing within 30 days from this time
The installation of this system
will at once reduce fire insurance
rates. II will eliminate the danger
Of an epidemic from the use of sur.
face water. 1t will be the biggest
advance step the community has
taken since the pavement was put
in, and IT will be the forerunner of
other similar water districts be-
ing formed on the island to supply
the homes with an ample supply
Of water for domestic purposes
The State permit for the use of
the water is on file, and the fran
chise for the laying of the pipe
lines along the highways is signed,
sealed, and delivered. Practically
all the bonds are subscribed for
with some of the money paid in
It has been a long hard path to
travel before the above story could
be written, but after it's all over
the satisfaction Of having plenty
Of pure water, will be worth all
the work and worry and fault
Finding it has cost.
Vashon Island news-record. [volume] (Vashon, Wash.) 1919-1954, 1926-03-26
EDITORS FOREWORD
FOR this ISSUE

For six years The News Record
has been a voice crying on Nashou
island for the outside world to wit
ness the opportunities and posi-
bilities, which ale wrapped up on
this little "Gem of Puget Sound. y
In season and out Of season the
paper has never growl faint heart
ed, nor has there ever been a single
issue that has gone f5rth carrying
am atmosphere of doubt. Will
banks were failing in the corn beH
of our country, aud coal mines
were closing in the industrial cen
tcrS Of the East, and Florida real
estate operators were growing ricl
over night, and people were flock-
ing to California like magpies over
the carcas of "A dying sheep, this
paper has plugged along each
week telling the local news with
ont color, and repeating our tcs-
timouy that Vashon island is
bound to find her place % in the
sun. "
At las the day has dawned. The
Florida boom is ended and the
losers and winners alike are fold
ing their tents and quietly steal
ing away. The dust, and feas
and earthquakes, have combined
to make the rush to California
pause for breath. The continued
expansion of Seattle and Tacoma
has drawn all investing eyes to
ward Puget Sound, and while
riches may be the first word to
win an interest. the last word is
always the home conditions, and
Vashon island stands in this line
as something distinct and unique.
Practically every cottage is al
ready filled al the North End
Perhaps the same condition pre-
walls at the South End The sum
mer season hasn't even eommenc.
ed, which means if The outside
world, seeking accommodations on
the island. is to be cared for. many
cottages must be erected at once.
Businp>s an over the island is
good. and there are a number of
lines that are as yet not represent
ed here From every indication
the year 1926 will be the record
year for the island in advance
ment and progress Here are a
few stray illustrations to clarity
the meaning Of Forward March. "
Vashon Island news-record. [volume] (Vashon, Wash.) 1919-1954, 1926-03-26
MENTAL And MORAL
AGENCIES AT WORK

The churches of the island are
busy as usual. The Burton Bap-
tist church has just been newly
finished on the inside and a piano
purchased which will add TO its
usefulness. The SCHOOLS are ac.
tive under the leadership of Prof
W. q. Parkes. The p. Il. A. has
been active and has had IA speaker
from Tacoma address the people
recently. The Presbyterian church
at Vashon has been newly decorat-
ed inside, and new pews at a cost
of $1,000 are being installed this
week and next.
The Vashon schools were never
more prosperous and hopeful.
Last year Prof. William Merrill
Smith was chosen as Superinten-
dent, and at the time. this paper
congratulated the district on hav.
ing really secured an able man.
and one who is truly an educator
and leader The past months have
justified the high opinion formed
and it is likely no more popular
leader has ever headed the schools
here than Mr.. Smith. The heal
ing of the sore which was open at
his coming has been completed
and the temporary lowering of the
school, s morale has been entirely
overcome. 1t will be gratifying
for the island to know that at an
informal meeting of the old board
i'll which the newly elected mem
ber was invited to and did parti-
cipate, it was unanimously decid-
ed to offer Mr.. Smith a new con
tract for the coming year, and the
same has been agreed to by MIR
Smith. Most of the present teach.
ers will return to Vashon next
year. High hopes are held that the
coming year will be as satisfac-
tory, if not even more so, than the
year closing. Mr.. Smith will be
enabled to dovc-tail his teachers
into proper inches the coming
year, to a fuller degree than he
was able to this year, on account
of having the years experience
and more time to plan the pro-
gram for the coming year. The
gymnasium will not remain idle
aud the athletic instruction will
not be allowed to weaken. A big.
ger and better gym, aud a wider
range of athletic work, will be the
united slogan Of the entire Board
of Directors, joined in most hear.
lily by Mr.. Smith and the other
teachers
Vashon Island news-record. [volume] (Vashon, Wash.) 1919-1954, 1926-03-26
COMMUNITY HONE
ISLANDS MARVEL

# has baen a ,-4a, sinra y oo,.a
mont u-as started f. o.t am isI,nd
Communitr Home f.u. v.o-,on
baryained far tbo ala Vs.jIon
school hopso for so,ontbino Ike
81 600 Tbese women v-ont to
work To ,Lair aid otbors c.,oo
Finally thc mon won aval,encd
to tbe idea and At firsf balf-beayt.
.edlv than win onon ha,,ts ,.al
lied to tbe ,cork Wi.i,r ,,,..
shown in s.lectinc tbe first oo,ns
Of officers Mrs Rnbinson bas
nrovad to b tbe rirIa rorso,, +,
he r;obt Mace Tbe Uono is no,r
helm oecnnied 1aarIv INV ,a..n
mo win s,matbiua. ,ro,.t5, d. an
worfb Will. Dnr;n5 ,l,o ns'J ,.'ar "''.
hero aro - f.,r of n, tbin@. 5 ,'l;aI
have bnen done mo L,,;I,I;,o h.,s
noon oIl |nouI,, nsi,,toJ unaI 81
tbe roof has he m ne,,lv aay.,,d
4 Ia,oe Ytaoe bay hoen tn;I,
which L omnle ion I'M or,Iin,r,.n,..
casions Partitions haya Eroa re
moved and fms m ondito,.intn
opencd which is tho larrcst .on ,be
island Plsntv of cbair5 NM ham
nnrrbasrd 70 soat ill., ossea,l.Iy
r,nocity Tbo vrolis bar III i,o,n -,
oonc aver and boary ottr,,.t;,n
now nnne, cover HON DottIc.h;n
Iinold,m covers tba eluh rna,p
floor NV oloet,.ie liaGtira Ty
tnres have been instolled snlan.
did bipb Grade hnby cranJ Mana
Lns boon nrt'.n,eJ NH. i ",'i
H., ,,'a,.l ,.I Ii, l ''.'
Vashon Island news-record. [volume] (Vashon, Wash.) 1919-1954, 1926-03-26
VASHON BUILDING
BOOM TO START

With the coming of water, a
building boom will soon be seen in
the town of Vashon. Mrs. Hall has
her plans completed for a modern
laundry to be erected on the cor
ner opposite the Sapp residence
We are told she has already en-
gagged her contractor. Herman
Deppman has bought the lot join
ing the p. O. building and will
start a plumbing shop building as
soon as the spring rush is over. C
G kimmel, merchant, and his
father-in-law, Mr.. Moberg, are
working out plans and specifiea
tions for a modern merchandising
building TO cover the vacant cor
ner north of his present store. Eng
and and Petersen ar figuring on
q cold storage plant in the town
some place convenient The by.
namiteN building is nearly done
and viii be occupied by an Flee
rican Store on one side aud IL
beauty parlor on the other. The
New Record man is eonsid ring
building on the vacant lot south
of the Kimmel stoie for either a
bakery or a dug store. Several
persons are studying ON residence
plans in the water district. and
rom every Indication this year
will see more new business build
ing begun than any year in th
past record of the towusite. There
IS room FOR several new lines oil
business aud anything that's leei
innate would find backing by
De representative business men of
be community We have heard
mentioned an cxclusiv. shoe store
nd an exclusive gents furnishing
nd sporting goods store. The is
and Is just started, and no ouc
wing will ever see the finish.