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Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-10-17

tOnishment. How on earth do you
know that I have a real reason 2"
she asked.
II am sure of that from the way
you spoke, and as it is not always
wise to allow a person suspected
to know your reason for such sus-
picion, I stopped your conversa-
ton"
Neal spoke gravely before Josie
could reply. Captain Lancy, am
sure Miss Easton has had nothing
to do with any Of the things which
have happened here, and I cannot
sit still and allow you to speak Of
her in such a sighting manner"
The brief silence was electric
with tension. Then Lancy replied
sternly:
'Dr. Peale, perhaps it will be
better if you go out Of the room
for few moments, while I discuss
this matter with your sister. have
just this to say to you. I am here
to find the person or persons who
killed your mother. I do not care
whom he may be. If it should de-
velOp that you or your sister is
guilty, you will receive no more
consideration from me than would
any other. It is an impersonal mat
ter to me, though to you it is far
more. If Miss Easton is guilty, I
shall prove her SO. If she is inno-
cent, she has nothing to fear from
me. The innocent must be protect
ed, the guilty must be punished"
He arose and walked to the door,
opened it, and Neal, with white
face and compressed lips, passed
through.
''NOW, Miss Peake 2"
Briefly Josie told Of the state of
her room, or my offer to help her,
and of my doing so while she sat
and talked. az went into the room
tonight when I was looking for my
mother" Her voiced faltered. II
noticed something glittering on the
floor. picked it up and found
this" She extended her hand. In
it lay a silken thread on which
were four opalescent beads.
Lancy lifted the shining bit in
his hand and looked at it.
craned my neck to see more dis
tinctly, and suddenly remembered
the dress Coral had worn at dinner
the night I arrived. A billowing
creamy chiffon bearing sprays of
flowers formed of opalescent beads.
There was something else, too, l
almost remembered, or thought I
did, for it nagged at me irritating
lv as I listened to their CONVERSE
{! ton.
"You think this is hers?"
''I know it il. She had the dress
on at dinner last night, The night
! nv room was ransacked."
Lancys face hardened. "Of
course you understand, Miss Peake,
that while she may have been the
one who went through your room.
she still may have had nothing to
! Go with-what happened tonight"
Il know that And for 1NeaPs
sake / hope she is innocent, but
it makes you wonder, doesn't it?"
AS Lancy nodded, she picked up
re string of glittering beads ano
..e.d it to the light. At that instant
INV evasive memory sprang 20 HE
! (To Be Continueds
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-10-17

Robert Daniel, N. R. Baird, Wallace
Blalock, Roy Beard, Howard Currin,
Nat Baird, Charlie Currin, John H.
Nelms, c. c. Pruitt, Sidney Green
way, Charlie Huff, and Norman
Smith.
Floral bearers will be Misses Anna
Banks COlclough, Elaine Colclough,
Marion Colclough, Martha E. Thomp-
son and Zelma Gooch; Mrs. N r.
Baird, Mrs. J. H. Briggs, Misses Liz
zie Newton and Hazel Newton, Mrs
w. B. Jones, Miss Viola Jones, Miss
Margie Wilkins, Miss Marie Adcock,
Miss Ella OBrien, Miss Bye Russell,
Mrs. HoWerton Daniel, Miss Gather
inc Burch and Miss Sallie BurWell.
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-10-17

gravely. II wish her present at my
interviews"
That is agreeable to me, if it is
your WISH" Lancy returned. eve
want to talk with Miss Gordon
anyway"
Josie went upstairs and I led the
detective into Mrs. Peake's office.
rs this suitable? ?" I asked. 1T is
Mrs. Peakes Office, and I would
hesitate to put anyone else in
here; but I presume that you will
wish to so over her papers. Am I
right ?"
Yes. But remember, Miss Cor
don, to assure Miss Peake that we
are only interested in anything
which pertains to the murder. Con-
trary to general belief, the police,
whether Of state or town, do not
pry curiously into private affairs"
Thank you. I will tell her; but
your assurance was not necessary"
AS Lancy looked keenly at me, I
said: You see, Captain Lancy,
your reputation is not unknown to
my humble self"
At that he smiled II hope what
you have heard is the TRUTH" he
said mildly.
Il am sure it is" I returned,
leaving him to speak to Chloe, who
at that moment passed by the Office
door.
While DR.. Paul, who had re-
turned with Chloe, was closeted
with the detective and Chief For
rest, Neal, Chloe and I moved my
things upstairs to Josie's room and
prepared two rooms in the same
wing for Coral EastOn and Captain
Lancy. AS we worked I wondered
What she would say when she
learned the detective was in the
next room. I may as well admit
right here that put him there de-
liberately.
/ was suspicious of Coral. Not to
the extent Of believing her guilty
Of Mrs. Peake's murder, but I dis
trusted her on general principles.
When l look back and realize how
fer from the truth were my feeble
intuitions CT deductions or just
plain guesses, if you want to call
them that, I am firmly determined
never again to pass crack pot opin-
ions on anyone.
We had scarcely finished with our
moving and bed making, when a
trooper came into the wing to tell
us Captain Lancy was waiting for
us. Neal sent him to rap at JOsie's
door, while 1 went into the kitchen
with Chloe. Before she and I were
satisfied every window and door
YVES locked and bolted, il there was
a bolt. That done, she went to bed,
and I returned to the office, turn
ing of the lights as I went.
Captain Lancy, CHIEF Forrest
Neal ard Josie were awaiting me
The latter, CT small wicker dav-
export, moved to one side and
patted the cushion beside her as
entered. had no sooner taken my
place than the detective spoke. Ills
: yoice was much gentler than il
? had been earlier in the evening
Miss Pealge, will you tell me
wat reason you have for believing
nat Miss Easton is tie one Wa
.ensac,,ed your room ?"
| Josie stared at him in utter as
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-10-17
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SYNOPSIS

- roakc. proprietor of Hill House,
IND summer resort, is found
t+lsI ly the spite fence erected
t.r property by her estranged
Miss NY Newcomb. Previous to
I1r TIE guests had been con-
,n4,it the poisoning of one of
nl,3her. Mrs. Rutherford, who
etIeingo sounds of prOWler
~rsn,rtv. and the ransacking of
f.n rooms. Those at Hill House
ISL Neal and Josie Peake,
If the dead woman, are
GORDON. spending her first vaca
,rs. her close friends, RhOda
Gtnce Duncan; DR.. Paul and
NIX rutherford. children of Mrs.
rrI- Coral EastOn, Bruce Orion
Joseph Barry. Josie is. friendly
Aan Murray, who lives at MISS
XIII fiat infuriates her brother.
Iin likes Coral EastOn. for whor,
KS no use. The police begin
INVESTIGATION. The police chief
A lie aid Of Miss Gordon, then
los CAPTAIN Lancy, well-knOWn
W. who has been called i'll to
lh4rge of the case. AS Captain
INV Uegins to question all OF those
uu House. Miss Ivy pays a sur
sit During 4 heated argument
4,r collapses from shock and is
Sne Then Captain Lancy be-
Questioning. heated argu-
between Coral Easton and Josie
o,it during the detectives eX-
5.e+ian of Sally Gordon.
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-10-17
MAX TERHUNE, LULLABY
JOSLIN" AT THE VANCE

Max Terhune, Whistler, imitator,
ventriloquist, magician, comedian
and character actor. He is versatility
plus, perhaps the most versatile actor
in Hollywood. The man that fools
the barnyard animals and fowls and
makes a canary ashamed Of its song.
He is perhaps the most versatile
actor in pictures. Imitator of birds
barnyard animals, musical instru-
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-10-17
-uAPTER TWENTY-FIVE

lNCY SMILED gravely IN an
..@s, IL nv avowal: ASK me any
.,;nr YOU want to. I'll answer"
~ think" he said slowly, that
..s NAV allow all but DR.. Ruther-
fa9 Dr. Peake, Miss Peake and
MIS- Gordon to retire, Chief For
,est DO you agree"
TIL. chief nodded and Lancy
went on: You may all go now. I
shau want to talk to you again in
the morning..
IT don't want to go to the cot
+aoe alone" 1t was Pauline who
snake She had not said one word
af-er her piteous cutlery when
coral announced her engagement
to Neal.
"ln take you back, DEAR DR..
Paul replied.
There IS an officer there, DR..
paul I said. will you either
have him bring Chloe back to the
house OF. if you want him to stay
longer. will you bring her back
yourself -
He nodded and went into a hud-
he with Captain Lancy and Chief
Forrest. I did not hear what they
said. but as an officer was posted
in the cottage that night I imagine
that was the point under discus
sion
sally" 1t was Neal speaking at
MY side I had been so busy watch
ing Joseph Barry with Coral that
I had not seen him approach.
when Chloe comes in, will you
ask her to make Up the room next
10 yours in the wing. Coral is NOV
ing into the house."
Il Will"
and Sally" Josie's hand was on
NY arm, her eyes looking plead
rgly into mine. will you move
UPSTAIRS into my room with me?
want YOU"
4 Will" And this time l forced
a smile to my lips. After the trust
she had showed me, there wasn't
anything I wouldn't have done for
her
Now, Miss Peake." Lancy 6
voice spoke briskly. us there
room I can have for private inter
views 2"
Certainly, Captain Lancy. Miss
Gollon Will attend to it, and"
Josie spoke half shyly, "I shall be
very grateful if you will stay here
N the house everything
settled" Her voice broke, stead
led itself and took on a deeper note.
Captain Lancy, I'm afraid"
Just the one brief statement, but
I'm sure it had more effect than if
she had thrown a fit of hysteria.
Lancy's eyes shone with admira-
ton as he regarded the slender
figure standing so quietly before
MIN. Only her face, white and worn,
and the terror lurking in her eyes,
betrayed the strain she was en-
during.
Thank you. will be very glad,
indeed, to stay here, Miss Peake.
II Will make my work much easier.
But, as there will be officers on
Guard here, I am sure you need
ear no further outrage"
Josie's face did not tighten,
though she gave him a grateful
siance as she turned away. Then
sle stopped and came back to us.
Lm leaving everything to you,
sally And, Captain Lancy, Pm go
ing to my room until you are ready
10 talk with me. Is that agreeable
to you ?"
1t is. I'm interviewing Dr.
rutherford first, so that he may
return to his mother. Then I wisi
to speak to you and your brotilcl
together"
And Miss Gordon" Josie SAID
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-10-17

ments, a magician, ventriloquist and
character actor His type Of act is
the score Of talent that comes after
years of rehearsing and difficult
cultivation. He will be at the Vance
Theatre today only.
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-10-17

Winter wheat growers in North
Caolina totaling 1872 have guaran-
teed themselves of at least 1904
bushels of production under tho
AAA's crop insurance plan.
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-10-17

If Mussolini starts raising a fun
ny-looking mustache. Wen know he's
planning to join the Moscow
axis.
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-10-17

1859-HistOric raid by John
Brown on Harper's Ferry, Va.
The Hagerstown globe. (Hagerstown, Md.) 1936-1943, 1939-02-10

Port and it's vicinity in this coun-
ty. Several individuals. principal
ly blacks. have fallen victims to
it. All who have not taken the
precautions to be vaccinated had
better do it Immediately"
Hats e. Kreigh would re-
spectfully inform the public that
he has on hand a large assortment
of hats. Country produce will be
taken in exchange for hats. His
shop is in the room next door to
the Globe Tavern and nearly OPP
pOsite the bank"
doctor G. w. Boestler will con-
tinue the practice of medicine at
his old stand in Funkstown, hav-
ing taken DR.. T. O. Edwards into
partnership they respectfully ten
The Hagerstown globe. (Hagerstown, Md.) 1936-1943, 1939-02-10
TWO 4UNDREDTH BIRTHDAY
OF GRANDPARENTS CLOCK

Walter K. Summers. 46 North
avenue, has large grandfather's
clock, which is, perhaps, the old
est in this section. 1t was made
in ElizabethTown Cnow Hagers-
town. by James Young, in 1879.
1t is eight feet high and con-
structed of solid walnut. The
clock has steel and brass wheels
and keeps perfect time today
after a continuous run of 200
years. 1t was made it is said
before the eight-day clock was in
vented and has to be wound
every day. 1t originally belonged
to Jacob Summers, grandfather
Of Mr.. Summers, the present own
er, and came to him from his
The Hagerstown globe. (Hagerstown, Md.) 1936-1943, 1939-02-10
HORSE AND BUGGY
DAYS q.
BY the Old Lamp Lighter

1t may be said to be a pretty
we'll established fact that the new
span over the Potomac River at
Shepherdstown will be called the
James Rumsey Bridge The
Washington County Historical So
ciety. at recent meeting, agreed
to the name following similar
action taken by the Jefferson
County Historical Society and the
West Virginia Historical Society.
1t Will be remembered that the
former bridge across the river at
this point was swept away by the
flood waters several years ago.
The new bridge is modern
structure in every respect.
The new bridge is in sight Of
the James Rumsey monuments
erected ON a natural bluff ON the
West Virginia side Of the river.
James Rumsey we'll deserves
any honor that can be bestowed
upon him. He was a genius in his
early day, being given credit for
inventing the first steam propell-
ing boat. Historians generally
agree that Rumsey did build sew
eral boats moved by steam, the
first of them 20 years before the
successful trial of Fulton's boat
on the Hudson river" says His
torian John Franklin. Rumsey
received a certificate from George
Washington regarding his inven-
ton but his bigger boat was not
launched until after his death.
A short history of James Rum
sey will no doubt be of interest
to the readers of this column
since local events have brought
to mind the memory of this noted
inventor.
He was born at Bohemia Manor,
Cecil County, Md, in 1743. His
father was a farmer but his son
was a natural mechanic. At the
close of the war he settled at
Berkeley Springs Chen Bath,
Va). 1t is said that as early as
1774 Rumsey had the idea of
steam navigation.
In developing his invention,
Rumsey was very cautious Of his
plans, taking few persons into his
confidence. He finished his boat
in the Fall Of 1888. It's estimated
capacity was about six tons bur
den. The boiler, a primitive one,
had been built with the aid of a
blacksmith Rumsey, in October
1888. made ready for it's first trip
says Historian Franklin. He
mOOred his boat on the bank of
the Potomac near the mouth of
Sir Johns Run. The trial trip
demonstrated the fact that boat
could be propelled by the method
used. but steam escaped from the
queer boiler in such quantities
that the experiment was not en-
tirely satisfactory. However,
Rumsey prepared two petitions,
one for the Legislature of Mary
land and the other for Virginia,
for protection of his rights. The
Maryland Legislature passed an
act in response to Rumsey's petit
ton. General Washington also
The Hagerstown globe. (Hagerstown, Md.) 1936-1943, 1939-02-10

der their services to the public"
Miss Mary Moffett respectfully
informs the ladies of Hagers-
Town and vicinity that she re-
ceives he latest fashions from
Paris. Six or eight young ladies'
will be taken to learn the plain
and fancy dress making business"
The Hagerstown globe. (Hagerstown, Md.) 1936-1943, 1939-02-10

endorsed the apparent value and
possibilities of the invention
Rumsey and his brother-in-law,
James Barnes. in May. 1885, built
another boat of larger dimensions
at the mouth OF Sir Johns Run.
Parts of the new machinery was
made at ShepherdstoWn and An
tietam Furnace Iron Works,
while other parts OF a more com
DIicated nature were ordered from
Baltimore. In March, another
trial was made in secret, at night,
and was successful. 1t was in the
fall of 1897 that the inventor made
a public exhibition Of his steam
boat at Shepherdstown
The late Alexander r. Boteler,
a member Of Congress, described
the first public trial of the boat,
obtained from eye witnesses.
Many distinguished persons lived
in Shepherdstown and Jefferson
County and they had been espec-
tally invited. Among these were
Gen. Horatio Gates, Gen. William
Darke, Major Henry Bedinger,
Col. Joseph SWearingen, Captain
Abram Shepherd. the three Nor
rows (Rumsey having married a
Miss Morrow Moses HOge, Rev.
Robert Stubs, William Brice,
David Gray, Thomas White, Cor
nelius Wyncoop and others. On
the 18th day of December, 1883.
with loading of three tons and
a number of people on board, it
went four miles in one hour
against the current.
The former home Of Rumsey, in
Shepherdstown, is today a place
Of much interest for tourists. The
wings in the rear stand as they
did when Rumsey built the house.
Items taken from the Ha-
gerstown Free Press of Feb.
8, 1892 = 1O6 years ago:
At a meeting of the Bar and
officers Of Washington County
Court, it was resolved unanimous
ly: THAT this meeting sympa-
thize with the bereaved family of
Christian Newcomer, late Sheriff
of this county. and as a testimon-
ial of respect of the deceased,
will wear crepe on the left arm
for the space Of 80 days"
Small PoX - This loathesome
disease is said to be raging to a
considerable extent at Williams
The Hagerstown globe. (Hagerstown, Md.) 1936-1943, 1939-02-10

father. Solomon Summers, hence
being in the family for three gem
eratiOns
The Hagerstown globe. (Hagerstown, Md.) 1936-1943, 1939-02-10
HISTORIC HOUSE BURNS

viewpoint, large house
built by Colonel Joshua Frye, a
Williams and Mary College pro
fessor, and located at Carriers
Ridge, II miles from Charlottes-
vile, Va. was destroyed by fire.
Valuable woodwork in the home,
once was sought by the Rookie
Teller Restoration at Williams
burg.
Mould or fermentation in jelly
is likely to result when the jelly
is stored in warm or damp
place.
The Omaha guide., 1939-11-25
ALTHOUSE BEAUTY SCHOOL
HOLDS OPEN HOUSE

The Althouse School of Beauty
Culture 2422 N. 22nd street was
hostess to it's many patrons and
friends in an Open House Party
at the school Tuesday evening.
Demonstrations by the students
in the various phases of Beauty
Culture were enjoyed by all.
TIL high light of the evening
entertainment was the movie pic
lures given by Dr.. G. B. Lennox.
His pictures of the disorders,
diseases of the skin and its ap-
pendages were very interesting
as we'll as educational.
Games of bridge, whist and
Chin Sc Checkers we're played.
Prizes in bridge were won by
Mr.. J. jackson, first prize; Mrs.
Val Hilton, second prize.
Whist prizes: Mrs. Eva Barber,
The Omaha guide., 1939-11-25

Ray l.. Williams, Attorney
200 Tuchman Bldg, 24th and
Lake St.
NOTICE TO NONRESIDENT
DEFENDANT.
In the District Court of Doug
las County, Nebraska. TO: saw
AMMAN NELSON, whose place
Of residence and upon whom per-
sonal service of summons cannot
be had, Defendant.
You are hersby notified that
on the oath day of July, 1889,
James Nelson, as plaintiff, filed
his petition against you in. the
District Court of Douglas County,
Nebraska, Docket Number BAG,
Page 10, thu object and prayer
OF which petition is to obtain a
divorce from you on the grounds
of desertion.
You are hereby required to
answer said p.t;tion on or before
December 18th, 1889, or said
petition will be aiken as true.
JAMES NELSON, Plains IF
Ray L. Williams, His Attorney
The Omaha guide., 1939-11-25
'.Yn NEWS

Worlds week of prayer in the
association around the world was
observed between November 12-
Is. Girl Reserves will scatter
their observance through the
month SO that they may have a
panel discussion on Worlds Eel
lowship in Our Midst" in each Of
the high schools and Northside
Eranch. Three discussions have
proceeded the following. Techni-
cal high, November 81, Northside
Branch November %, and Benson
November 2Sth.
Who doesn't like to 60 10 a
CARNIVALi From 5he school boy
or girl to mother and dad, every
body loves the smell of hot dogs,
hamburgers and all acc rnpany-
ing thrills and The Mothers Coun-
ell and Girl Reserves Cormittee
r shar ng in the biggest "Y'
evsnt of ,he season. Eat a. the
booth of the Girl Reserves Com
mittee and get a glimpse of your
fusure at the Mothers Council
The Omaha guide., 1939-11-25
DINNER COZ EIGHT

Mrs. Mary Hill entertained at a
small dinnsr party Sunday Nov
embar 10, honor.ng her daughter
Miss Marguerite Hill, who cele-
Grated her birthday.
Tho dining room was decorated
with rosss and carnations. White
carnations, yellow, red, and pink
roses wer placed in a larg
glass bowl in the center of the
table on each side was a glass
candelabra with orange candles,
which lighted the dinner talsle.
Everyone enjoyed a three
course dinner which consisted of
grape fruit with cherries, fried
chicken, butyered peas, potatoes,
candied sweet potatoes, hot rolls,
Stuffed celery and olives, nuts and
fruit salad. The desert consisted
of apple pie with whipped cream
birthday cake, high balls, and
Muscaael wine. Many interesting
and amusing toast were offered
to the hostess.
Tho guest were Misses Mar
querite Yancy, Henrietta Edison,
Frances Thomas, Mary Alice
Willis, Christine Dixon, Mable
Longmire, and Juanita Artison.
Mrs. Hill was assisted by her
son, Wardell.
The Omaha guide., 1939-11-25

booth. Friday and Saturday
nights of this we TX. November
"A h and 18th. Remember Ibis is
? great event and too important
t. miss.
The Mothers Club is enjoying
Mrs. Traver' talks on "How To
VI e. the Public"
On Monday, November 81, the
class in Household chemistry
will make baking powder. Watch
he housewives receive praise
from their families by baking
tasty fooes with baking powder
made by their own hands.
The Boy and Girl Forum will
hold its End forum Sunday Nov
ember Goth at a o'clock. Miss
Goldie Carter will continue the
discussion with the group ON
boy and Girl Relations" All
sophnor, junior, and senior higl
school boys and girls are invited
Tho Blue Triangle and Up To
Date clubs will hold their Resog
milton Service Sunday NOVEMBER
10Th, from 500 to 8 PM. Tea
will be served.
The Omaha guide., 1939-11-25

Longs School PTA met on
Tuesday Nov. 16. Since the month
OF Nov. is Educational Month,
and the week of Nov. 1918 Boot
week, Miss Porter of the Public
Library came out to introduce
various new books for children 10
the parents and students. After
her illustration of books, Long
school stud nts rendered an edu-
cational program. Those taking
part in the program played their
parts exceptionally well.
All parents and those interest
ed in ths welfare of children and
your community, visit III PTA-
and you may be inspired to be-
come a member. Our meetings
are always the third Thursday
in each month, at 2:45 PM. You
don't havs 10 be a parent to
come.
Mrs. Herssert Virgins, Presi-
dent; Roberta McCloud, Reporter.
The Omaha guide., 1939-11-25

toms through the CARDUI bald
up" is easy to explain. BY i'm.
proving the appetite, assisting di-
gestion and assimilation. CARDUI
helps build periodic pain. Thous-
ands of women also report that
CARDUI, taken just before and
during the time" lessons period
ic pain.
The Omaha guide., 1939-11-25

four hands. of bridge The high
scores we're awarded to NJ. Avant
and E. HiLon. A delicious repass
was served by the hostess which
was enjoyed by all.
M. Avant, President; W. T.
Ford, reporter.
The Omaha guide., 1939-11-25

first prize; Mr.. John Barber,
second prize.
Chinese Checkers prizes: first
prize, Mrs. Venus Starms; Mrs.
lone Hanger and Mr.. Fred
Starns tied for second prize.
More than eighty guest regis
tered. Refreshments were ssrved
and a delightful time was en-
ioyd by all present.
The Omaha guide., 1939-11-25

The IBID Club met at the home
of the president. After regular
business the club discussed their
Christmas Program and compled-
Cd heir Thanksgiving plans.
M. Young, president, N. Brad
shaw, secretary.
The Omaha guide., 1939-11-25

Friendly 16 Bridge Club net
at the homs of the President,
MI. and Mrs. A. j. LeFall, Both
and Maple ST., which was mostly
a business meeting checking up
on the tournament which was
given by the club on the 18th of
this month which was a grand
SUCCESS. We thank the public and
our many friends for their CO.
operation. After the meeting was
over, we played one change and