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Show THE RICH COUNTY NEWS. RANDOLPH, UTAH By Randall Parrish Author of "The Strange Cass of Cavendish" b CHAPTER XII I t i . Continued. CA stood Irresolute, undecided as to my next move. I felt convinced 1 was at last on the right trail but how could I verify my suspicion? .There seemed to be but one, sure method. Whoever had actually committed the murder and robbefy, I still clung to the theory that Ivan Waldron knew him, and would demand his share as the price of a silent tongue. Nor would he, unde-- , present circumstances, be content to wait very long for such a division. He needed the money more tha ever to escape from the observation of the police. If Wine had possession of the valise he would certainly be called upon to deliver a portion of its contents very shortly. My best course, then, was to keep an eye open for Waldron ; if he came, there would be no doubt as to the 1 - . : exact nature of his errand. The stairway gave me no advan-tagit was open and doubtless frequently used. To be seen loitering there for any length of time would at- tract attention. 1 ventured to try the private door, but, as expected,, found It securely locked, nor did I dare exert any force, not knowing who might be inside. The office remained quiet, no one either leaving or entering, nor did I observe any shadow on the , frosted glass indicative of movement within. Battled and uncertain, I had barely returned to my point of concealment,' when an elevator stopped at this floor level, . and three men : stepped out into the corrt lor. Two of them attracted no attention, but the third was in his and wore a cap. with some insignia upon it. He advanced briskly, and flung open the door( leading into what had once been the Railway Exchange, and motioned the others to enter. As the three vanished, I heard him explain that this was the only vacant suite on this floor, and then another voice said, dissatisfied, that it was altogether too small for their purpose. When they, came out the agent Closed the door carelessly and pressed the ele- vator button, saying lie would show them something on the second floor shirt-sleev- above. Even os they shot up out of sight I was across the corridor 'with hand bn the knob. I feared a springlock, but was pleasantly disappointed, the door opening instantly, permitting me to slip inside. There were two rooms, both small, and littered with the fragments left by the late occupants. What struck me forcibly was that there was no connection between those rooms and the next suite; they were separated by a thick, wall. I could hide here securely enough, and, by slightly lifting the glass, gain good view of the corridor, but it wouid.be impossible to overhear anything taking place In Wine's office. At that, the position was better for my purpose than the open stairway, and I unfastened the window, sash, propping It open a crack so as to afford me a fair view. If Waldron appeared I would endeavor to discover some means of learning the object of his visit. Meanwhile I was safe enough, and able to observe every movement on tlie floor. Suddenly, when I least expected it, tlie doer of the Investment office opened, and a young woman came out. She had her hat on, and' I took note of a pencil, stuck into her hair, and felt no doubt she was Wines stenographer, who had finished her day's work aud was departing, for home. Then tlie man was probably still there alone. The girl disappeared down tlie elevator, and could scarcely have reached the lower floor, when a cage traveling in the opposite direction stopped and discharged a passenger. It was a woman who stepped out, glancing quickly about as though uncertain where to go, and I recognized Marie Gessler. She started down the corridor, looking for tlie numbers on the doors, and then, discovering herself wron, . and approached Even then she ap- -' Wine's door. peared to doubt her next move, glanc-- i ing around as" though anxious to re-- ! before venturing main unobserved farther. ' Then, opening the door In quickly, she disappeared within. that moment, before the door closed, I caught the sound of a mans voice, atartled, uttering a single surprised exclamstion. What does this mean? i , You here Then a low spoken answer. the words inaudible, and euded by a click bf the latch. That closed door seemed to urge me to learn what was transpiring beher steps i i I ' ; yond ; I could , not flijlit back the temptation. But would it open? had Jt been left unlocked? The only way ' In which I could ascertain was to try. There was no one to witness my attempt, and, even if. some office door suddenly opened, I could quickly find . concealment in the nearby stairway. I crept out through a narrow crack, and approached on tiptoe the entrance to Wines office. No sound readied me from within, and my fingers silently pressed the knob, which turned without resistance the latch A half inch at a time I was off. pened tfi door, listening for any : . noise behind, my eyes peering through the narrow crack at what was revealed within. They perceived little, merely a small, unoccupied room, evidently an outer office, containing a. cheap desk, two chairs and a typewriting stand, ; tlie machine covered. Two maps hung upon the walls; In one corner was a glass water-holdeand in the other a diminutive closet, the door ajar. That was all, except that indistinguishable voices were conversing somewhere beyond the partition and well out of view. Encouraged to believe this I thrust my head far enough forward to make sure. A step to the left would doubtless have revealed Wine, but from where I stood the end of the partition interfered. By slipping to the right it woud be quite possible for me to enter without being seen, . and three cautious steps would bring me to the security of the closet. From there, with the door into the corridor closed, I might overhear all that passed between tlie two. I had ventured too far now to retreat, and, without a second of hesitation, I pressed through the narrow, opening, and "silently closed the door behind me. Confident that I had not been detected, I crouched into the narrow closet, whether to be scarcely knowing ashamed or proud of my success. I could clearly distinguish the words of conversation. At first these -- were hardly understandable, seemingly having no connection with any matter with which I felt concerned. The two were evidently discussing money, to be sure, but in terms involving the payment of interest, and the impossibility of extending a loan. I overheard her say, quietly but firmly: came to you, Mr. Wine, because of our connection in other matters. I overheard this discussion, and felt you ought to be forewarned. I appreciate your kindness, he answered, evidently surprised, but sim . r, . ' Copnlgltt, T FEDERAL COMMISSION URGED Highway Purus Batman blood National development and the need for economy demand the formation of a highway policy under a federal comsaid George M. Graham, mission, member of the highways committee. National Automobile Chamber of Commerce, speaking before the senate committee' 'on post offices and post roads. . The economic barrier - now confronting us is the lack of adequate There is urgent need to highways. build these highways as quickly as possible, and with the maximum Po-lan- gether., , Agricul- Social Needa. yes, but born in Captain Alva's mother was also a Pole; this brought u closer to By Concerns Question ture, Commerce, Military and ' , And you have no suspicion, of any one who could have known, and been guilty of tills murder and robbery? . Why should I? Why you ask mo that? excitedly. There were many there ; perhaps all . know except me, You not suppose I know he he die?" Oh, no ; I merely thought , yon might hnve some suspicion, that was all. It was a rtrange weapon he waa - killed with. A strange weapon ! What yon mean, a strange weapon? Do they know what It was that killed him?. Certainly; It was picked up In the bottom of the auto a dagger hatpin, such as women wear. See, It was just like tills of mine. She must have plucked the ornament from out her own hat and laid it on the desk, for I heard the faint click of its fall. There was a moment of Intense silence, and I could vision the Intense horror with which he was staring at tlie instrument, unable to command words. "That thing! he burst forth finalKilled with that! ly. No, not that; but one exactly like ' it. Who says so the police? Gotti it could not kill a man. Why you tell me this why? Oh, only because I thought ' you might be interested. However, lets not talk about it any more. You will settle that account before the close j of banking hours tomorrow? !. I? Yes, I will settle. ; There was the sound of a foot on' the cemenf floor of tlie corridor without, and, almost at the same Instant the electric light, which had been turned on, revealed a man's shadow on the glass of the closed door. He seemed to stand there hesitatingly; then lie rapped with his knuckles on , but his speech ended abruptly, .as his eyes She caught sight of the woman. wasted no time. I was just going, she said calmly, ignoring him, but speaking directly to Wine. I will see you tomorrow, It was Waldron's voice, . ' i shooting the night-latcThe d n girl never locks this door he muttered when she goes out, angrily; wheeling about to face the other. Now, speak up, will you! what sends you butting in here? ' 'Well, first you tell me, thundered Waldron, gripping the other angrily with one hand, what business that female has with you? By God, Wine, If you are trying to double-cross- , you'll And me no easy mark. Answer, yoit cur what was she here for? Nothing, only private business. You promised to see her tomor- row ? Yes, it was to pay a note. Coma in here, and Ill explain all. There nothing to frighten you, Waldron. The two disappeared into the inner room, Waldron's voice still rumbling, with Wine interjecting a word now and then. I ventured to stand erect again in tlie confines of tlie closet, nnd press my ear to the crack of the inner door. Both men were confident of being alone, and so deeply' immersed in their own affair as to speak with little restraint. Waldron, really affrightened at this discovery of Miss Gessler, adopted the method of a bully to carry his point, more eager than ever to escape the city. in this other funds already country. he began, thumping the Well, Other funds! I supposed tills last desk with a fist, now you begin to payment was to be all. spill. Dont try to work any game cause cannot the 4 Assuredly not; on me. What do you mean by paystop for an instant merely because of ing a note? You owe her something? this loss. Moreover, that will doubtNo ; now listen, and dont get mad. : less be recovered. I tell you just how it was, and Wine Do you think so? Have the po- endeavored to be smooth and plauslice found any clues? ible, his voice pitched so low I had are The police Hardly, but there She difficulty in hearing the words. others searching, not so easily turned said 1 was to succeed Alva, and be aside. We believe we know, already the revolutionary tjgent; partly she ' who got the money.. came to tell me this, but some way Ton you think you you know? she learning of my indebtedness, that he could not keep the tremble out of I have an overdue note at the bank Was was it one of us? his voice. How the h did she know that? It could scarcely be an outsider, I could not tell, apparently surfor tlie secret was guarded well. Only prised himself. ' I never asked, but Iliose of that circle knew the money maybe Ivrantz he told her.' .When was here even, while not .more than they talked over my being given two or three were aware of its hav- charge of the fund yes, that must be ing been passed over to Alva. I cant the way, for she insisted I must say jny more at present, Mr. Wine. straighten that matter up quick, be You knew Captain Alva very well, did fore other money was given me. . you not? (TO BE CONTINUED.) ; that Is, we were good We had much in common. friends. Druggists would rather sell a poum of cure than an ounce of prevention. Are you t German ? . 1 . Handy tin boxes of 12 tablets Bottles of. 24 and 100 All druggists. ' ,AwMa U the trade nark ot Barer Muautactuia f Monoaceticaddeater of Sailer Ueacid He Didn't Like the Name. TAKES UMBRELLA TO MASTER Harry had worn trousers for the first time on his third birthday. 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A fortnights trial digging brought to light, within a confined areano fewer than thirteen among them one rich tomb containing .six complete pottery vessels, two bronze fibulae d and an bucket The style of the objects, which show characteristic native forms Just beginning to be Influenced by Roman models, dates the grave approximately to the first half century A. D. Adjoining the cemetery were found the remains of an and enameling works of the same early date. London Times. Ill show you a regular dog," said Gardiner to his friend Johnson, whom he had invited to dinner at his home in Long Island, according to the New York Sun. They had blighted from the train and it was raining. Gardiner gazed up and down the street -anxiously. What are you looking for? asked Johnson. There! exclaimed Gardiner, Ignoring, his friends question and pointTheres a reging down the street ular dog. A Belgian police dog came running toward the station with an umbrella-IIts mouth. The dog stopped in front of Gardiner. Thats my dog," said Gardiner. On rainy days my wife gives him an umbrella and he brings it down to the station so I dont have to walk boma ' In the wet. : t Pertinent Inquiry, The newest member of Miss Jonesf Sunday school class was a lad whose frankness was equal to his curiosity ' : In many matters. Miss Jones made one occasion On a few remarks touching untruthfulness and earnestly endeavored to impress her charges with the necessity of being truthful at all times and under all circumstances. Now the new pupil appeared to be Intensely Interested In Miss Jones remarks, and, after due reflection, put this query to her: Proceeding With 'Caution. What Id like to know, maam," he What are your views concerning the tariff? said, is it a lie if nobody ever knows?" Milwaukee Sentinel. You ought to speak first, replied i Senator Sorghum. Pals. Why? Because you are an influential Ethel, age seven, had disobeyed her voter.- ' As a patriotic yet practical mother, and as a result , was severely statesman It should be my duty, as spanked. After the girl had had her well as my privilege In this interview, cry, she walked into the next room to reconcile my opinions to yours as where her mother was sitting, threw her arms around her and said: far as I can conscientiously do so. Mother, you and I are pals; we Modern Girls Progress. dont care anything about spankin', And mother could not reSay what you want to about the do we? modem girl, her costumes and her strain a smile. manners she has at least 'emancipated herself from the clinging-vln- e Any woman who doesnt care how stage Detroit Free Press. of development. her hair looks In the back is dee perately 111., Economy enables some people to pile up a lot of money for the benefit Pray, for health and walk five miles a day. of the promoter. urn-burial-s, - iron-boun- iron-smelti- ; then. She passed between the two, without so much as favoring tlie Russian with a glance, and he stared after her with open mouth, then stepped back to watch her progress down the Wine drew him hastily corridor. aside, closing the door" tightly and ply ennnot raise tlie amount today ft is too late. . It does not have to be raised today, but before the closing of banking hours tomorrow. I can have it by then, desperately. I was sure you could, If I only explained the necessity. k She arose as though her purpose had been accomplished, but apparently the man was uneasy, and desired to know more. But I fail to understand your interest; why should you take the trouble to come here and tell me this? She laughed lightly. Why? really it is easily enough understood. We are together, are we not? Now that Captain Alva is dead, it is generally believed you will be selected to lead in this work. Oh, yes it is; I have already been so inAnd in that case It is abformed. solutely necessary that your bank qpnnections be excellent. There are ' Aspirin Accept only Bayer package which contains proper directions. and Is related to all departments of the government. Highway policy, therefore," Graham continued, should be unified under a federal highway commission directly responsible to the chief executive, ns is now the policy in state road , administration. Economy will be served hy such a measure as roads will be with regard to all the needs of the nation. It will be possible to pay higher salaries than can qow be done under the bureau system. Millions of dollars are to be expended on roads, and it is the highest economy to secure the ablest brains in the country for the administration of these funds. Selection of roads of primary interstate Importance and concentration of federal funds in conjunction with state funds on these roads is the first step needed. States should be required to meet the federal aid as states rather thar passing their ' responsibilities along to counties as many states do now. In this way, it will be possible to have state policies correlated with the national program. The counties will benefit from the general interstate highway system, and the funds which the counties formerly used in. conjunction with federal aid can be devoted to mor) specifically local pur- I quick : economy. Highways shouid be planned with consideration of their relationship to railway and waterway communication. Tlie highway question concerns agriculture, commerce, the military and the social needs of the nation. The roads program is national in scope j the glass. , 1 flattened myself out against tha inner wall of the closet, aware that the two In the second office were com, poses. ing forward together, Wine giving should be provided Maintenance vent to a startled oath In his excite-- "for the states in all cases, Graham by ment He strode straight to the door, emphasized, in order that as the pubj and opened It with a jerk. " lic highways are developed they may You, hey! What the devil do you want here? with you, and d n A - word without saying Bayer.' WARNING! Unless you see name Bayer on tablets, you are not getting, genuine Aspirin prescribed by physicians over 21 years and proved safe by millions for; Headache Colds Rheumatism Neuritis Toothache Neuralgia Pain, Pain Earache, Lumbago Never say . . be depended upon as permanent ave-- . nues of communication, in order that the original public investment be pro- tected. States which have been sufficiently progressive to build their share of federal aid are now In a position to develop secondary systems, and are therefore that much ahead in economic development' Whose fault is it when your -husband is cross at - .. A wise highway policy will con- struct and maintain roads through government forest reservations from federal funds, without calling' upon the treasuries in the states wherein these are located.- - Wherever a state contains large areas of federal lands due should modification be made of breakfast? If you hit your thumb with a hammer you wouldn't blame your the expenditure of federal present . jnd state funds." 50-5- 0 WOMAN AS ROAD CONTRACTOR Awards Contract to Elizabeth McCoy to Manitoba Municipality Build Highway. . Elizabeth Ann McCoy of Pipestone, Manitoba, has the distinction of being the first woman in the province to be awarded a contract in construction of roads. 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