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Evening star., 1936-12-27

he realised that in a cabin near at
hand woman was sobbing
Valerie Renard! Yet it seemed i'm
possible. Was there another woman
on board? If so they had concealed
this fact from him - and why should
she lie sobbing like this in the early
hours of the morning? The sounds
died away. There was long interval
in which Melville sat in perplexity
on the edge Of his berth. and then
fngernail tapped very gently on his
cabin door, and he heard the bolt
being drawn back.
"Are you there, Richard?" 1t was
Valerie's voice that whispered. and
Melville started to his feet.
What is it,"
Quiet! They mustn't hear me q. .
Someone's keeping watch on the
bridge"
What do you want?" he muttered.
Il can't bear this any longer,
Richard Eugene's gone ashore. Didn't
you hear him? 1t was long time
ago - more than an hour. I've been
trying to come to you -"
What do you want?" he repeated.
"Is this another ruse of Fechner's?"
- mo -Ipromise you, Richard It's
horrible. My nerves have gone to
pieces - i hardly know what I'm say
ing. Has Fechner said what's going
to happen to you? heard him talking
to Eugene in the evening ;" She
quietly closed the cabin door. Mel
vile could hear her breath coming
quickly, and there was the faint aroma
of the delicate perfume she used.
"The swine thinks he'll make me
explain the processes and laboratory
records. He understands metallurgy,
but there may be some details he can't
follow. I'll see him in blazes first -"
She came nearer to him; her cold
fingers touched his wrist. But even
if you do what he wants. there's after
wards! They're going to finish you,
Richard - cold murder. I'm through
with him. Through, do you hear!'
Evening star., 1936-12-27
Dsesmbsr ~, 1896

ridor. and hurried towards Mr.. Bry-
don's room. Knocking on the door.
he opened it, and entered.
This is Fechner!" he said in a
loud whisper. "Are you awaken"
The bedside lamp became shaded
glow.
Il thought l heard a noise some
where in the house." DR.. Fechner
continued hastily. 1T seemed to come
from downstairs"
Mr.. Brydon got out of bed and
pulled on dressing gown. mo good
waking the servants, There's only
the cook and her sister. I'd better see
what's wrong"
Turning on the lights in the hall,
he hurried towards the laboratory
with DR.. Fechner at his heels.
Everything was in order - except
the safe! The door stood open. and
the lock had been destroyed by a
blowtorch. With a cry. Mr.. Brydon
stumbled forward. Good Lord! Mel
ville's papers - they're gone -"
DIR. Fechner's gasp of dismay was
realistic as Mr.. Brydon pointed to
one of the easements, from which a
piece of glass had been neatly cut.
"They opened this window from the
outside -
Whats to be done?" said Fechner
urgently. The police how far is
the nearest -"
"St. Marloe village - five miles
away. But what can they do now -
it's too late" The old man put out
his hand to a bench for support.
This is devilish luck, Fechner. The
scoundrels have probably got fast
car"
His expression changed as an idea
came to him. Bracing himself. he
hurried out to the telephone and put
through a call. While he stood with
the receiver to his ear, he explained
to Fechner that he was ringing up
Sir Henry Osmond's estate agent who
lived on the roadside three miles
inland.
IT'S the only way to the main
road - and he's bound to know if
any car passed Is that you
Graves?" he asked quickly. This is
the Dover House. Have you heard
motorcar pass your place since mid
night? No? That's all right. Sorry
to have troubled you" Ringing off.
he swung round to DR.. Fechner.
They can't have come by road -
they must have sneaked down the
coast by motor boat. Can your fel-
lows on board the yacht help us?"
DR.. Fechner's eye frightened. Give
me a couple of minutes to pull on
some clothes. I've got motor launch
on board - we might pick them up
with the searchlight" He hastened
upstairs. to find Margaret Brydon
coming along the corridor.
Your father will explain" he said
quickly. There's been trouble. Mel
ville's papers have been stolen from
the safe"
He saw her horror-stricken eyes as
he passed her. and by the time he got
downstairs she had gone to her room
to dress.
mo, Margaret mustn't come" he
said emphatically to MIR. Brydon. IF
we pick up their motorboat. there's
going to be some lively work. Ill get
my revolver from the yacht - we'll
probably need it"
Evening star., 1936-12-27
THIS WEEK
The Red Cornotion
Continued from poqs eleven
Continued from pose eleven

This is devilish good of you,
Fechner," said the old man. His face
was dead white, his eyes strained,
and DR.. Fechner guided him to the
couch. That's all right. I'll do what
l can. You keep indoors - I'll be
back as soon as possible"
How can you get in touch with
the yacht?"
They II know they're wanted when
they hear this" Fechner pulled
small silver whistle from his pocket.
They'll send boat ashore at once"
With the help of his pocketlamp,
he made his way down the steps cut
in the rock. then came to the steep
path that led to the beach below.
Hurrying to the waters edge, he pulled
out his whistle and was about to put
1t to his lips when he stopped short.
Ten yards away, man rose from the
sand where he had been crouching,
and began slowly to come toward him.
With a gasp. Fechner recognised
Eugene.
For Richard Melville, the hours of
that night seemed interminable. They
had disconnected the electric light in
his cabin, and the portfolio was a
vague gray circle above his berth.
When he rose and paced restlessly to
and fro, he could see the faint lights
of ships far out in the English Chan
mel. Half-a-dozen plans of escape
formed in his mind. only to fade as
their futility became apparent. DR..
Fechner had beaten him - beaten
him by sheer cunning - and he con-
fessed to himself that he could see NJ
hope anywhere.
Fechner had left no doubt about
his intentions. John Spencer Brydon,
in his hospitable way, had invited his
old friend to spend the night ashore.
This would simplify things for Fechner.
that was evident. His method was to
remain in the background and leave
his assistants to carry out his sinister
work, and he would contrive to come
out of the affair without the faintest
suspicion falling upon himself. Mel
vile could visualise the affable fare
wells next morning: the anchor would
be weighed; Eelande would slip down.
channel - and on board would be the
formulae and processes Of the metal
alloy. In his despair he knew that only
a miracle could save the situation
now.
Fechner was expecting him to ex-
plain any obscure details in the proc
ess notes. If he refused, they would
try to force him to speak - and he
knew that Fechner was man without
pity. Afterwards? He was to be re-
leased - upon certain conditions: so
his captor had promised. Melville
laughed grimly. Was it likely that DR..
Fechner, popular figure among his
influential friends in Europe and
America, would set free anyone who
knew the whole ugly truth? -.
Melville slipped from his berth and
looked out through the portfolio once
more. For few moments, the moon
shone clear; and he saw the sparkle
of white spray under the blackness
of the promontory. But there Was
another thing that caught his atten-
ton - the faint sound of a human
voice 1t was as if somebody was muir
muring in subdued tones. and then
Evening star., 1936-12-27
SPLlTTlne HEADACHE?

Feel dissy, headachy? Skin sallow and
inclined to break outf These may be
signs that waste has backed up. MI
lions now enjoy freedom from the
misery of constipation. For an ideal
laxative has been found-a dainty
white mint-f1avored tablet. Its name
is FEEN-A-MINT.
Evening star., 1936-12-27

Beauty authorities agree that thorough
cleansing is the most important step in
complexion care. \ simple step. too, since
Daggett & Ramsdell created the new
Golden Cleansing Cream the most etfi-
cient skin cleanser obtainable.
Golden Cleansing Cream contains
remarkable new ingredient, colloidal gold.
with an amazing power to rid skin pores Of
dirt, makeup and other impurities. i""
can't see or feel this colloidal gold, any
more than you can see the iron in spinach;
but it's special action makes Golden
Cleansing Cream many times more thor
ough than ordinary cleansers, and tones
and invigorates skin tissues meanwhile.
See for yourself. tonight. how fresh and
clean Golden Cleansing Cream leaves your
skin. You'll find this new cream ut your
drug or department store. for just $500.
Evening star., 1936-12-27
WELCOME Relief!

Again able to enjoy life! Here's tho
way: Just chew FEEN-A-MINT, the
delicious chewing-gum laxative. for 3
minutes-longer if you like. No grip
ing. nausea, or disturbance of sleep. No
medicine taste. Just blessed 'r-e-l-i-e-f.
Used by more than l6. 900 900 people.
young and oldl Non-habit forming.
Economical.
The Washington times., 1936-11-10

UNFURN. HOUSE:
If you are interested in an un-
furnished home of unusual charm
and diStinctivsress. One that is
spacious and we'll arranged, where
a growing family can expand. This
house is a corner one with center
nall plan has 4 beoroomS and two
baths, a most attractive living
room, full; size family dining room
and a we!l-planned kitchen. From
the standpoint Of children Of a
school age this location would be
extremely convenient as the
Roosevelt High is within walking
distance as well as several grade
schools. The rental on this house
Is $110 and you will agree with me
it is we'll worth it.
UNFURN. UNIT:
Another one Of those small
furnished units with the much in
demand private entrance. This
apartment is suitable for / or 2
and is furnished cozily and COM
Portable If YOU are acquainted
with the Woodbridge section, you
will know how attractive your sur
roundingc will oe. Rental $37.00.
LARGE FURN. APT:
For the family who has to have
more elaborate quarters, here's a
very attractive apartment with all
the comfort Of house without any
Of the heating and upkeep prob
lem. Five lovely rooms, all out
side, a large kitchen and modern
bath. This apartment is fur
1ished in splendid taste. showing
individuality in every room, and
feel very proud to be able to sub
nit this for your inspection.
Rental is SIS.
UPSHUR ST. N. w.:
Crossing over to the other side
Of town ! found another furnished
apartment in a private home. This
time there is a fully furnished
The Washington times., 1936-11-10

bedroom with double bed, chest
Of drawers and dresser; q cleverly
arranged living room with studio
couch and a kitchen containing
an electric refrigerator. While the
bath adjoinS this apartment, it is
not strictly private as a small
family has access to it also. This
apartment is located in nice sec
ton of town aud is close to stores
and schools Rental is around $50.
STUDIO APT:
Now if your family and environ
ments demand something lavish,
/ know where you can get q de-
lightful studio apartment, which
has plenty Of atmosphere and
charm. Located right in the
midst Of the Embassy section Of
town, surrounded by stately and
beautiful homes. just a stones
throw from that magnificent ed.
ifice, the new Mormon Temple,
this apartment is most outstand.
ing. It Is made up Of two rooms,
kitchen and bath and can be
rented furnished or unfinished.
If you are in the market for some
thing unusual, see this on my rec
ommendatlon.
FURN. APT. NEAR
THE CAPITOL:
Near the Capitol, In an up-to-
date building, there is an apart
n1ent that can be Subleased. At
this time of the year it is pretty
hard proposition to find a fur
nished unit in this locality, par
ticularly one that Is as nice as
this. Splendid taste has been used
in the selection of the furnish,
ings and everything necessary to
housekeeping is included There
Is a good size living room, q sun
room, bedroom. dinette, kitchen
and bath A small family would
undoubtedly be very happy In such
pleasant surroundings and would
also have reasonable rental.
The Washington times., 1936-11-10
Automobiles
CHEVROLET

Dodge 1855 6-Pass. Sedan-Psr- CA0E
feet black paint, excellent DfOO
tires, spotless upholstery and q splen-
did motor. This is surely a fine. clean
car You cannot find a better value.
S495. This price for Sunday, Monday
and Tuesday only. c. c. C. guarantee.
Open Sunday and evenings.
CAPITOL CADILLAC co.
1923 22nd st. N. w. National $500
The Washington times., 1936-11-10
CHRYSLER

Chrysler rI935-Smooth. y lustrous- @E0E
black finish: driven by one "DOOO
careful owner; this is q buy worth in
vestigation at once; motor and tires
perfect; S75 underpriced at S5s5. AL
ways better buy at
SUPERIOR MOTORS
1890 l4th st. n. w. DEC. 1900
The Washington times., 1936-11-10
RENTAL HUNTING
With BARBARA HOLMES

you interested the places described 6elo e phone
call Barbara Hm 1919 ST. ~ W, d. 500 d. 1000
The Washington times., 1936-11-10

oaSi,,a. 1888 VS. cGntSIt +oSaS S1345
finish; white sidswall tires; rumble
seat: metal tire cover; luxurious mid
night-blue leather upholstery: genuine
Cadillac radio; Fisher no-draft ventila-
tion and all Of the luxurious equip
ment and extras found only in the
worlds most expensive automobiles.
An extraordinary value at S1,S45. AL
ways a better deal at
SUPERIOR MOTORS
1890 14th st. n. w, DEE. 1900
The Washington times., 1936-11-10

USED CHEvRoLETS-CARS & TRUCKS
Addison Chew. Sales. 14S7 Irving st.
The Washington times., 1936-11-10
PHOTO LISTING FREE

PHUTU LISTING FKEE
Photograph Of your "hOuse"
and complete information
about it sent to SO Washing
ton Real Estate Firms free.
Just advertise your House
For Sale Z times at our regu.
lar rates, no extra cost.
Phone District $3.50 or DIS
trict 1000 for information to
sell your house quicker. Ask
for the Double Quick Ad
Taker.
The Washington times., 1936-11-10
BAKER

WHIPPET
Whippet 1929 sedan-Runs good, COO
looks better; all tires good for SDCO
many miles; low price; trade ana
terms to suit.
n e. BRANCH L. P. sTEUART
141 IL st. n. E. AT. O2OS
The Washington times., 1936-11-10
BUF EhIUM MUIUNS
1890 l4th st, n, w,

BUICK '35 Sport Sedan. Indigo blue black
original Duco finish. 8 steel wheels, 6
Goodyear all weather-tread tires. imported
duplate glass throughout interior finished
inc Fisher body with no-draft ventilation.
in-buIt trunk. chromium trimmed luggage
carrier on rear extra wheels side mounted,
Philco radio. hOt-water heater. duplex
windshield wipers, duplex electric, illu.
minated safety devices mounted on front.
KilOmeter speedometer. Driven less than
lean general consul to Zurich. Switzer-
land. Entire car from bumper to bumper
is spotless. Will consider reasonable trade
and reasonable terms. and will cut price to
S697 for immediate sale. Open nights, Lee
D. Butler, Inc, Pierce Arrow Distributors,
| 11R4 18th St. n. W
The Washington times., 1936-11-10
Automobiles for Sale

AUGOmOD1lCS 1UT sale
down at Triangle No. 2 N. Y. Ave. n. ",
Dealer, 1910 14th St. N. W. Pot. 5000
LEO RoCCA. INC. offers $50 guaranteed
Cars; no money down. Z N. Y. Ave. N. q.
The Washington times., 1936-11-10

Sedan. built-in trunk, heater. six wheels;
low mileage; 81 ,050; 1885 Model 81 4-door
Sedan; mechanically and appearance excel
lent: $595; terms Barnes Motors. l72e
14th st. n: W. Decatur 1880 90.o.oo,,>.ooo-
The Washington times., 1936-11-10

Buick 1885 4-DOOr 'S1 Trunk C1AOS
Sedan-Delivered new for SD13OO
over $4,000 just q few months ago;
equipped with factory built-in radio;
full de luxe s-wheel equipment; beauti-
full jet-black finish; looks and runs as
good as the day it came out Of the
new-car show room; goes on sale at
once; q good buy at $14s5.
SUPERIOR MOTORS
Evening star., 1936-09-27
Special Winter Clothing
Designed for u. S. Sailors

coats. similar to those utilized by
aviation personnel, except that they
will be navy blue in color.
other changes recommended en-
brace: For the Asiatic Fleet and
Special Service squadisn the use OF
white and khaki shorts and polo
shirts; for general service, natural
colored wool socks, to be utilized with
whites and by landing forces; sun hel'
NETS: sleeveless undershirts: jerse!
bathing trunks; arctics with clasps. Il
Evening star., 1936-09-27

Landsmen who have marveled AZ
the names on Pullman cars will be IN
a position to sympathize with Uncle
Sans sailors, who run up against the
names OF some of the new submarines.
Secretary Swanson approved six new
names Friday.
There Is a very definite procedure
employed in the naming OF subma-
rines, it appears, and the results are
to say the least, a little strange. Oui
submarines are named after flsf
Evening star., 1936-09-27

sailors were in q quandry. They finally
consulted with the Bureau Of Fisheries
Of the Commerce Department. The
six names evolved in the huddle are:
Sarge. Saury, spearfish, Sculpin.
Squalus and Swordfsh.
A sarge, it was explained, is COM
monty known rs the sheepshesd, the
name being Of Spanish origin. The
saury Is rather small pelagic fish
which travels il schools" The spear.
fish IS a relative Of the swordfish.
The sculpin is a member Of q numer.
Gus species distinguished by a large
head armed with sharp spines.
Squalus is the scientific name Of q
small species of ground sharks.
Evening star., 1936-09-27
Trial Waits for Races.

LOS ANGELES R.-Lee Moore,
charged with participating in the
$4,000 high seas robbery OF the
gambling ship Monte Carlo last year,
explained to Federal Judge Albert Lee
Stephens his chief witness was horse
fo(loy-at-I S-u't know where to To-
cate him now. but he. Aiis . SS2w
up when the ponies start 10 Pa
The trial was postponed until tanu-
ary %, after the start Of the racing
season at Santa Anita.
Evening star., 1936-09-27
Fisheries Bureau Sares Macy
In Naming S-Type Submarines

found in American waters. Simple
enough, SO far, but now comes the
complication. Submarines are di-
yided into classes designated by let
ters. The last six are in the s class.
The name of the fish chosen must
begin with the class letter, 50 that
from the name the type can be told
at a glance.
There already were several type
submarines and when the six new
ones came along even the so-7-sea
Evening star., 1936-09-27

said they expected Richmond. Va. to
bid for the next convention. That city.
they said, had asked for this years
session.
In addition to q full business pro-
gram, extensive entertainment is
planned for the delegates, including
informal visits to the Texas Centennial
Exposition here. The day following
the convention has been designated as
centennial day."
The organization is made up OF
alumnae Of Catholic women's schools.
Mrs w. H. Connell, jr., Of Pittsburgh
Is president.
Evening star., 1936-09-27

Special Winter clothing for sailors
will be adopted for use in cold
eltnaares, ssaoet and ashore, if Secre-
tsz GwAneon approves the findings
OF q special uniform board. of which
Capt, Randall jacobs is the chair
man, the Navy Department said yes
terday.
This outfit includes: Wind ana
weather proof suits. face masks and
eve protectors; woolen trousers;
black leather gloves; jungle cloth
Evening star., 1936-09-27
DALLAS WILL BE HOST
TO CATHOLIC ALUMNAE
Richmond Expected to Bid for
Next Years Convention.
800 Due to Attend.

by the Associated Press.
DALLAS, Tex, September 26.P)-
Plans were virtually complete today
for the biennial convention Of the In
ternational Federation OF Catholic
H:.mnae, ~,:.ch will start here october
/ and extend through october 5.
Between 500 and 600 delegates were
expected. Some Of the local delegates
Evening star., 1936-09-27

replace rubber boots, and modified
type of white trousers, to 60 into COM
mission when the existing supply runs
out.
Evening star., 1936-09-27

Guatemala's buying power is greatly
increased by this years sugar crop.
Evening star., 1936-09-06
Continued from poss four

She held his hand. Nothing. Just
fed up with tennis"
'You?"
Right"
but you could have stayed one
week longer, couldn't you?"
mo. If had won {. . well, it might
have done something to me - next
year. And I'm keen to see Honduras"
Nov - Phyllis has been talking"
What of it,"
He started to say something, but
changed his mind. He was silent
Evening star., 1936-09-06

He opened the envelope and read:
Dear Jimmy:
You've got what you want.
Hold on to it.
PHYLLIS.
He looked over at Margot and
smiled, feeling instinctively that she
knew what was in the note. He said,
Honduras is long way off. honey"
She answered quietly. mot long
way from each other"
And as they moved toward the
stairway together, her foot brushed
against something. but she did not
notice. 1t was merely the leather case
containing her tennis rackets.
The End
Evening star., 1936-09-06

for a long time. Then. softly:
Honey ....?"
"Yes p"
There's something l want to tell
you -"
Margot interrupted. Quickly. "Skip
it,"
She fumbled in her bag and handed
him note. He recognized Phyllis's
firm, even handwriting and heard
Margot saying. II forgot to give it
to you. Phyl wants you to read it and
tear it up."
Evening star., 1936-09-06
MARGOT GARRET LESTER
NOT TO PLAY AT
FOREST HILLS

The tennis world was startled to-
day by the abrupt withdrawal of
Margot Garret Lester. present VIM
bledon and former worlds champion,
from the tournament at Forest Hills.
Mrs. Lester stated that her reasons
were personal and that she was leav-
ing Immediately for her home in the
South.
Her withdrawal came as a shock
to the Committee and to the thou
sands of tennis fans who had looked
forward eagerly to this peak effort of
an amazing comeback campaign which
has brought her, in less than four
months, from mediocre court per-
formance to a greater brilliance than
she ever flashed in the past.
OF course. her absence will greatly
lessen interest in the women's divi-
sion, though among the men the COM
petition will be no less keen. Among
the foreign stars who will be seeded
in the draw are -
Jimmy was at the station to meet
her. He kissed her and said Oar
ling! Why did you walk out on them?
Are you ill?" and she smiled and said
No, she wasn't ill.
Then why !"
Little boys mustn't ask questions.
Not now, anyway"
She was interviewed by local news
papermen, of course. and Mother and
Dad spent the evening with them,
and they weren't really alone until
nearly midnight. Jimmy was boyishly
happy, and boyishly worried. He said,
Now then - what's the answer"
Evening star., 1936-09-06
THIS WEEK
Double Fault
Continued from pogs four

the way in from Quarantine she had
posed for battery of cameras,
granted interviews, expressed her
opinion on tennis in general and her
self in particular.
Margot was speeded through the
customs. She found time to ask:
"How's Jimmy? Tell me all about
him." And then. before Phyllis could
tell her anything, she asked, ''How's
Mother? And Dad? And oh! what
splendid crossing e"
Two days later she was entered in
an important tournament. She and
Phyllis shared hotel suite. Margot
was more like herself than she herself
had ever been. Tennis appeared to
have assumed new Importance. She
was even little grim about it, as
though vaguely resenting the two
wasted years. Phyllis said little until
after the finals in which Margot's
slashing, merciless attack wrenched
loud applause from the stands and
for herself victory at 6-1, go, and
then in the brief interlude before
Forest Hills, Phyllis insisted on an
evening alone.
She said, You've got to chuck it.
Margot."
Chuck WHAT"
Tennis"
Why"
Jimmy"
Their eyes met levelly. They under
stood each other - these sisters. They
didn't have to use many words. Mar
got sensed something important.
She asked questions, and Phyllis
told her of the Honduras offer. and of
Jimmy's refusal. Margot said, "But
that's silly. want him to take il"
mot much tennis for you down
there. Too hot and sticky - and no
body to play with"
But l can come up from Central
America almost as easily as from
Southport.
Eyes But you won't. Not If
Jimmy means much to you"
"You mean ?"
Il don't mean anything, except that
a man, no matter how much in love,
can tolerate just SO much Loneliness.
Nothing has happened yet. But next
time, something might"
Margot was tense. What sort of
something?"
You guess. Question is whether
you'd rather take hold now while
you've got the chance. or wait until
it's too late" Phyllis slipped out of
her dress and into pair of filmy
pajamas. She was startlingly like
Margot. She said, mo use wasting
words. Sis. You've got head on your
shoulders. Use it"