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Chapter 26
THE ODD MAN

The gypsy-like country fellow was apparently dozing again, however when once more he was disturbed, this time by the drumming of hoofs, the snort of horse and a distress ful voice:
 "Oho, come an old t mare"
 Upon the green a magnificent animal pranced, tossed proud head and reared coquettishly jerking at the halter whereto clung little old man, Ben, keeper of my lady Helen's estate. Up sprang the countryman and, running forward gripped the rearing animal by the headstall
 "Eh, lad" gasped old Ben, you be useter 'osse5, I can see. The Witch be a bit skittish-like. Cast Ter shoe this marnin; now as you'd take the mare to the smithy, I'll ave pint O ale waitin' for thee. Wot du 'ee say now?"
 "Ar!" quoth the fellow, and led the now gentle Witch away forth with; returning presently he found Ben deep in conversation with land- lord John, and frotling tankards oh rustic table
 ''Ere be thy ale, lad cried the old man. The countryman took up his ale, nodded to each and, having drunk deep, seated himself at the extreme end of the long settle.
 John glanced up and around un- easily and softly closed the lattice behind them, then lowering his voice in awesomc manner:
 "Since-he comel be watched constant; first twas Pitt and now --him!"
 "Oh-oo?" inquired old Ben star ing.
 ''Titus Oldcraftl' murmured John
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| This constabule from London, Ben the biggest thief-taker of 'em al next to Jonathan Wild, and as big roguel" M "Oho-'im?" exclaimed old Ben staring at John, who nodded gloom fly, and both of them wholly un- aware that the lattice behind then was opening slowly, inch by inch though the countryman, in the act of taking up his tankard, graspec his ash-stick instead. Forth of tht softly -opening lattice crept long lean hand at the end of a prodigi- ously long, lank arm, hand that hoVered in the air above John with fingers crooked talon like.
 Landlord John took up the empty tankard but, in that moment the clutching hand had clenched itself upon his shoulder The tankard fell with chatter, and uttering a strangled cry, John spun round and beheld a face out-thrust from the open lattice.
 How then, Master Bly," said the face, between lips upcurling in slow smile, you hant forgot such grip? The hand O the law as, soon or late, is a-going to get grip on Guyfford O Weare. Now you may know just where this murderous gentleman hath gone. What do you know of it? Come, nowl"
 John looked at his questioner and and shook his head 'Nothingl' D said he.
 "So?" smiled Titus. Why, then belike we can find means to stir your memory. Meanwhile, you may bring me a bottle"
 Abruptly John turned and en- tered the inn. Ben drew long breath then gasped for, chancing to turn, he beheld that same evil looking hand poised in the air above the gaping youth-but down upon , this clawing hand whizzed a stout ash stick. An inarticulate howl and out of the inn leapt Titus Old craft, flourishing horsewhip, and breathless with furious amazement
 Which O ye dared strike Titus? Who was it?"
 Mel answered the countryman "Come-no pickin' O pockets ere! No thievery-comel"
 "Thie-thievery, spluttered ri tus, Eye bumpkin-thievery?"
 "Arl" nodded the countryman See VT at it-caught 'ee I did pick-pocketin'-"
 His sleepy voice was drowned ir a torrent of fierce abuse, insomuch that the drowsing village roused-- faces peeped and peered from lat tice and open doorway; perceivine which, the countryman arose, stick a-flourish.
 "Oho, folksr cried he hoarsely '"Oho, neighbours, lookee-here bt
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We are now serving SANDWICHES and SALADS. The best yet. Ju- neau Ice Cream Parlors. -adv.
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DOUGLAS NEVIS
MRS. HEWITT DONATES
 BOOKS TO LIBRARY

The Douglas Public Library was made the recipient this week of a quantity of books by Mrs. Ada Hewitt, who has sold her home here and is soon to leave for the States.
 The new books have been cata- logued and will be ready to be giv- |en out tomorrow evening, during the usual library hours.
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FORMER DOUGLAS GIRL
 MARRIED IN KETCHIKAN
(Ke1cnIKan Chroniclel

Miss Mary Maxine Aikens, eldes daughter of MT and Mrs. Claud' Aikens, and Walter R. Bjorneby were married Sunday (July 2D a o'clock by the Rev. B. s. Bert, o the St. John Episcopal church.
 Miss Aikens was born in Doug las, Alaska, and is well know, among the younger social set. MI
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NEW DESKS REPLACING
 OLD ONES IN D. H. s.

Forty-eight new desks arrived the first of the week for the Douglas high school and are now being as- sembled and placed in the auditor ium by the school board. Modern and good looking, the desks are a great improvement over the old ones.
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a thief caught in tn act, a pickin' O pockets and yonder be tn 'orse pond Come, let's heave him in!"
 The faces multiplied, from inn yard and taproom hurried divers burly fellows, while from his smithy across the green strode mighty Joel Bim, swinging ponderous ham, mer. Titus Oldcraft looked, scowl- ed and, muttering fierce threats, betook himself within doors.
 "Aha-ohol' chuckled old Ben, digging the smith in brawny ribs. "Wot do ee think O that, Joel? Dog bite me ef I don't buy this young chap another pint! The way e clouted yon Titus Oldcraft 'crost the knucklesl Wot do 'ee say, young chap?'
 The countryman showed row Of white teeth and shook sleepy head.
 "Lord!" exclaimed Ben. No ale then whot do ee want?"
 "A job"
 You be a stranger 'ereabouts, eh?"
 "Ar be come from Pease Pottage." "
 "Wot be thy name, lad?"
 Dick"
 The sturdy blacksmith tapped himself on grimy forehead with grimy finger.
 "A bit weakish-loike up ere, Ben" he suggested.
 Well, dunno, Joel. I rackon e beant such a fool as e looks. 'Owseyer, Dick, go along wi me; 'tis likely I'll find job for 'ee over to the Moat 'ouse, for I've took to 'ee, so come along O. Ben"
 Obediently the countryman arose and presently set off in company with the mare, who pranced and old Ben who talked and chattered until they came within sight of the Moat House stables; here the old man paused.
 Dick" he inquired, "be 'ee mar ried?"
 "Naw!"
 Then watch out for Betty, my leddys maid; a rare caution she be and, though a bit thick p'raps, youm a likely chap" So off went old Ben into the stables busying himself to The Witch's comfort with the assistance of George, the under groom.
 Large" quoth he, T got a chap outside, stranger, further from Pease Pottage way"
 "Oh?" said George, fondling his right whisker.
 And large, though bit softish loike, e beant sich a fool as e seems, so doant come tryin' O VT tricks wi i'm"
 "Wheer is e, Ben?"
 Outside f the yard."'
 George thrust his whiskers over the half-door and peered about.
 "Beant no chap nowheers as ] can see, old 'un," said he; so forth of the stable stepped old Ben, to stand and gaze round about and scratch his white head
 "Well, dog bit mel" he exclaim- ed, for Dick, the countryman, had vanished.
 Copyright, 1928. Jeffery FarnoD Who is this curious, gaping xo,,tI,O nIdorae< PsuIs o caf,c-
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DINNER PARTY

MT. and Mrs. Hugh Cochrane en- tertained group of friends at at dinner party on Wednesday eve ming. A series of contests and games followed the dinner. Eight guests enjoyed the function.
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RETURNS TO KETCHIKAN

Mrs. William Robertson and son Billy, who have been visiting in Douglas for the past month, left on the Admiral Rogers for their home in Ketchikan
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Bjorneby is an employee of the Foshay utilities interests in Ketchi- kan. His parents reside at Kalis pei, Montana.
 Mrs. Herbert Vosburgh was the maid of honor at the wedding. Miss Ethel Leadbetter and Miss Hope Yantis were the bridesmaids. Mir Herbert Vosburg acted as best man. MT. Clifford Emard and H. C. Jenkins acted as ushers.
 The church was appropriately decorated for the occasion. During the past m nth several bridal shower parties have been given in honor of Mrs. Bjorneby. The couple will reside in Ketchikan.
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PETE SAYS: s
 Local Strawberries from Douglas picked fresh daily. Two baskets for 45 cents. adv
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CO[[APSES AND DIES. HEARD NEWS
 ACTION COUNCIL
SALVATION ARMY COUNCH, IS COMPLETELY DISMAYED
 TURN OF EVENTS

LONDON Jan, g. P)-Lieuten- iant Commissioner William Haines, vice president of .she Salvation Army, collarsed and died at Sun- j0ury or Thames He had been Istagge red by the news that the
 count, acting on the request of
 General Bramwell Booth, iiaa .,,. stra4ned the Council from furt.,r.-- action toward selecting pew comm aTder. Haines had been .n: aino numerous speeches Ge- 1lOuncirg the evils of one man rule when he was interrupted by the ringing ot the telephone.
 Commissioner James Hayes took che message. He waited until IIatnec had finished and then an- lnounced that the injunction had been issued against the Salvation Army. Haines altho exhausted oy his cratorical efforts, left the room !'ut was forced to lie down. He was seized by an attack of acute indi- |gestion and died in a few minutes. The Salvation Council was com etelv dismayed by the double trageCy
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CARL ZIESS BINOCULARS AND FIELD GLASSES. Schallerer's A. aska Shop.
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Al meat ano morning else in the rrye- -Bruhn Meat Market
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ACCEPT INVITATION

WASHINGTON, Jan., 25, (P)-J. 'Pierpont Morgan and Owen b. Your" formally accepted Europ's invitation to sit as unofficial American delegates to the meeti of the Experts Commission which will complete the Dawes plan fo4 reparations settlement.
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PUBLIC BRIDGE PARTY

Under the auspices of the Seward Women's Club bridge party will be presented to the public on the evening of January 29 (Tuesday) ;n Odd Fellows hall. Ample tables will be provided and delicious refreshments. A small admission fee (50c) will be charged.
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EXPERTS TRY ID SAVE
 MEXICO CATHEDRAL

MEXICO CITY, Jan, 25, P)-A committee of experts examined the foundations of Mexico's centuries old cathedral and reported to the. lGU'crnn7ent that the threatened 'collapse could be avoided. The porous nature of the ground has caused the foundations to sinx The experts submitted a plan fer reinforcing the building.
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YOUTH COMMUNISTS

CHICAGO, Jan, g. (P)-Police Icf thss city dispersed 500 youthful communists who gathered on the steps of the Federal building in the loop district to stage a demonstra- ton.
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MONEY POURS IN

NEW YORK, Jan., 24, (P)-In re- sponse to former Governor Smith s appeal over the radio hook-up, nlonev was pouring into Democra . tic headquarters as contributions to wipe ont the S1 500,o0o deficit of 4he Party
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MAKE UP DIFFERENCES

PARIS, Jan., 25, (P-It is re- ported that Queen Marie anu Prince Carol of Rumania have made up their differences and are planning to place the Prince on the Rumanian throne.
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LEDGERS. JOURNALS, INDEX ED FILES ETC. SchaIlercr's Alas Sa Sn0p.
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EASTMAN KODAKS AND PHO- TOGRAPHIC SUPPLIES. Schaller er'S Alaska Shop.
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PETERSBURG SHRIMPS, ALSO BOOTH OYSTERS, PINT AND QUART CANS, AT BROWN & HAWKINS CORP.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1929-02-28
Trail Rangers Camp Log Book

Last Monday night, Don, the chief,
was little late, and Sub" Ray
took charge. He has all the authori-
ty of a good Camp BOSS" in his
voice, and he made us all sit up.
Minutes were read, and about to be
passed, when "Steves' wanted to
know why the Tally" said that the
Camp was closed with the flag sa-
lutte, instead of with the usual cere-
mony. However, he was reminded
that minutes are record of what
actually took place and they were de-
clared correct Roll call found some
names not responded to, but the ma
Jorlty answered to the call, and what
must have pleased the Mentor was
the fact that SO many members could
answer three when their names were
called in place of Here" That meant
that the member calling three had
been at his Sunday School and once
at Church, which is the ideal of
real Trail Rangers Camp. Four Of
the Camp members, Don Olson, Ell
mer Stevens, Bradley Phillips, and
Lamar Rowland, having taken the re-
CURED tests, qualified for their OBJ
servation Badges. Roy Kujawa took
his first test OK. and will in due
time take the other two.
Our Camp instructor, DR.. Ostroot.
was on time and for one solid hour
we listened to a most interesting
talk on the science Of electricity. We
were just wondering while watching
some experiments if any Of the good
people of Libby, listening in, felt
little interference. However, from
what we have been taught in our
Camp work, we know something Of
what causes interference, and as DR..
Ostroot reminded us, we are always
to think of the other fellows rights
as well as our own, and we are sure
that the members of the Camp will
not knowingly cause any trouble if
they can possibly avoid it, We APP
preciate very much the interest DIR.
Ostroot is taking in our Camp work,
and we hope that when our session
comes to a close every member will
have qualified for the Electricians
Badge. As Lamar said he had to get
home for some school work, after
flag salute, we skiddooed home, with
out tarrying on the road.
TALLY.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1929-02-28
New Anti-Freeze Solution.

For some time tests Of mixture
Of honey and water as an anti-freeze
solution for motor cars have been
conducted by private agencies and
state agricultural colleges, and these
have proven so highly favorable that
statement has been issued, contain
ing summary of these tests, by
James |. Hambleton, agriculturist in
charge of the department of agricul-
lures bee culture laboratory which
is as follows.
THE proper proportion Of honey
to water varies according to the low
est temperature expected. Where zero
weather is expected, equal parts Of
honey and water are commonly used
Such mixture begins to form a slush
All zero, however, and a greater pro-
portion of honey is required for best
results at lower temperatures. In the
northern part of the United States
and in Canada a mixture of three
parts of honey to two parts of water,
or even two to one, may be best. A
quart of alcohol added to each three
gallons of the mixture will improve
the solution.
ITO make the solution, use chaep
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1929-02-28
Large Companies
Combine Forces

The South Libby Stores, Vernon
Crotteau, proprietor, is member of
the Purity Stores organizations,
fathered by the Roundup Grocery COM
pany of Spokane. Mr.. Crotteau an
nounces that recently three other
large wholesale grocery concerns
joined with the Roundup company
in the Purity Stores movement. The
firms represented in this movement
now are the Roundup Grocery COM
pany of Spokane, the Youngloye Gro
Gerry of Tacoma, the Willamette Gro
Gerry company of Salem, Ore, and
the Central Grocery company of Yak
ina, Wash. Affiliated with these
groups are at present 575 retail
stores with an estimated sales vol
ume of more than S25 100000 an
nually.
This united movement is an out
growth of the work started by the
Roundup company in 1927, which was
undertaken to aid the individual mer-
chant as we'll as the consumer. This
effort has met with great success
and has inspired other organizations
to follow the same methods. BY COM
bining these groups great increase
in buying power is effected.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1929-02-28

NORTHERN TUNNEL
BLAMED FOR THE WEATHER

Seattle, in common with many
other Pacific Northwest cities, has
been experiencing extremely cold
weather, and the columnist of the
Seattle P. |. blames the new Great
Northern tunnel in the following en-
titled, "Shut That Door"
Listen, my children, and you shall
hear what makes our weather at press
emit so queer. Just three weeks ago,
CT maybe twas four, they opened
to traffic the Great Northern bore.
The very next day, as perhaps you re-
call, the doggone thermometer started
to fall
"The wind from the east, it start
ed to blow, and first we had frost,
and next we had snow. 1t showed and
it froze and the mornings were raw.
We're waiting and hoping, but still
there's no thaw. There must rea-
son behind it, no debut, and so, while
| shivered, figured it out.
THAT hole through the mountains
is causing a draft, like breezes that
sweep through dumb waiter shaft.
The winds from Montana they sweep
through the bore, andyso we are froz-
en- as never before. Car coal piles are
shrinking; our faucets won't run, and
all are complaining, yet nothing is
done.
"Of course the new tunnel, it fills
great need. It cuts down the mile
age and increases the speed. But may
we suggest as well-meaning friend
they hang UP storm door, at least
on this end? And may we suggest to
the railroading crew, they close it be-
hind them when they have passed
through?
"And early next summer, when
heavens are fair, we'll ask that the
storm door be taken from there. And
thus in the inland, where folks often
roast, they'll all be refreshed by a
breeze from the coast!"
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1929-02-28
VACCINATION AGAINST ROCKY
MOUNTAIN SPOTTED FEVER

The U. S. public health service has
On hand at the present time over
10000 &C. of the spotted fever vac
cine for the prevention of spotted
fever. Before the season is over they
expect to produce at least $4,000 &C.
This vaccine is being produced BY
the U. S. public health service at the
state board of entomology laboratory
at Hamilton and can be secured by
applying to the officer in charge of
said service at Hamilton, Montana.
1t is furnished free to the physicians
of the state with the understanding
that no charge will be made to the
people for the vaccine. The charge
for the administration is matter to
be decided between the patient and
the physician.
The vaccine should be administered
in two doses of z &C. each at five
day interval. For children under ten
years of age the dose is | &C. at each
dose. This vaccine has no value as
a treatment after the disease has
developed. The length of time pro-
lection lasts has not been definitely
determined, but it probably is not
longer than one season. At the pres
ent time it is recommended that peo-
pie subject to exposure be vacci-
mated each year. As rule, the re-
actions following vaccinations are not
severe and generally there is no re-
action.
People wishing to be vaccinated
should take the matter up with their
family physician or the local or coun-
ty health officer, who can secure the
vaccine in the manner above stated.
In making application for this vac
cine the physician should state defin-
itely the number of people he wishes
to immuunize. Full directions for the
administration Of the vaccine will ac
company each supply sent out.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1929-02-28
Hoover's Sons Are Modest.

State University, Missoula, Feb
ruary 26-Hresident-elect Hoover's
family is no different than any other
American family, according to state
ments of members of the faculty at
the University who have attended
school at Stanford university. Many
Ct the instructors have attended
classes with both Herbert Jr. and
Alan and state that they are typical
American college students, being
clean cut young men, we'll dressed,
popular ON the campus.
Herbert was particularly interested
IN politics on the campus, organic
ing a republican club one year on
the campus as well as holding vari-
GUS class offices. He was much in
demand and as result, his studies
suffered the first year at the uni
versity. Afterwards, however, he was
good student, although not excep-
tionally brilliant. After leaving STAN
ford he attended the Harvard Business
School and graduated with honors.
Alan Hoover has the modesty of
his father, being quiet, thoughtful
and unassuming. In a class, Inter
national Relations" where Univer-
sity professor was also enrolled, the
Hoover Sr. name was frequently
but Alan took no active
part IN the discussions although he
was careful listener and appeared
to be interested in the course. He
does not like the lime-light and pre-
fers to find the company Of someone
who does not talk about his distin-
guished father
Neither Of the. Hoover boys are
fraternity men as result Of their
parents wish that they would not
join such an organization.
Tad Hoover, brother of Herbert
Hoover, ST., is head Of the mining
and metalurgical department at
Stanford.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1929-02-28

grade of extracted honey, stirring it
into hot water. Heat the mixture to
a boil and skim of the scum. If al
cohol is used stir it in and boil from
three to five minutes. Fill the radia-
tor and maintain the level by adding
water as needed.
4Honey boils at d higher temper
ature than water, there is no loss
from evaporation and it is necessary
to add only water from time to time.
Honey solutions expand much less
than water when freezing, and when
in proper proportions they do not
freeze solid but form a slush. This
tends to eliminate the danger of
bursting radiators. Furthermore,
some motorists may find it advan-
tageous for use in the summer when
long, steep grades or heavy pulls are
encountered, for it not only freezes
at lower temperature but boils at
a higher temperature than water.
when honey is used as anti-freeze
mixture it is importanat that all
gaskets, packing, and hose con-
nections be tight. A slight seepage
around the hose connection is not
serious, but any considerable quantity
leaking into the engine may cause
considerable difficulty. Should honey
reach the cylinders and valve heads,
it will carbonize, making it necessary
to remove the engine head and clean
ont the residue.
"The solution can be saved for use
year after year by sealing it while
hot in a, tight container."
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1929-02-28
Local Briefs

Martin Zeller, prominent farmer of
Fortine, was attending court in Lib
by this week.
P. v. Klinke, merchant of Fortine,
was called to Libby by court matters
this week.
A. B. Johnson of Fortine was tran
sacting business in Libby the first
of the week.
Mrs. ]. w. Croft Of Trnv was look
ing after legal matters in court in
Libby during the week
Vic Riley of Kalispell, one of the
owners Of the Glacier creamery at
Kalispell and the Libby creamery,
WAS in the city Thursday visiting his
brother, Jean Riley, and looking af-
ter business matters here.
Western news and the Libby times. [volume] (Libby, Mont.) 1920-1933, 1929-02-28
Blau Gas Not New.

That "there is nothing new under
the sum- has been again brought to
the notice Of the general public by
the statement issued by the bureau
Of engineering, regarding the So
called "Blue Gas, the feul used in
air ships. From the accounts appear
ing in the daily press the impression
has been given that Blue gas is some
thing new, whereas the development
Of this type Of gas dates back to the
work Of a chemist named Taylor in
1916, and as a matter of fact as early
as 1928 there were IL English NUM-
cipal plants which used gas Of this
type.
1t is not even "blue" gas, but
"Blau gas so called because it was
developed by German chemist
named Blau. The misunderstanding
arose because "Rlaun in German
means blue"
Quite number Of oils may be used
for the manufacture of this kind of
gas; such as mineral oil distillates
from Ignite or shale tar, and in trop-
ical countries even vegetable oils,
such as castor oils, have been en-
ployed The .Blau Gas Company Of
Augsburg, Germany, produces the fuel
under this name. The main advantage
in the carrying Of Blau gas on air.
ships is the fact that it simplifies the
matter of compensating for loss Of
weight, which is a serious matter
when gasoline is used, and possibly
makes the handling Of an airplane
easier. On the other hand, it is much
more expensive than gasoline, and
probably is not as efficient.