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Show CHAl'TER XX. (Coxtikuiu.) i She held up both hands to ward aim off, and answered in a low, thrilling voice: I can die a thousand deaths, easier than accept the treacherous aid of my mothers murderer though in this hour of terrible need. "Perish then! cried M. Pierre, passionately; and with you the romantic swain who carried you to your underground retret t in the forest Tou baffled me then, but this time there is no escape. You 111 die a horrible death, both of you; out a single word of appeal to me can save you. "I scorn to use it! said Lady her eyes gleaming resolutely from the pale, pale face. Jules drew her to him fondly. We can die together, if they will it so, my Chlotilde; but we shall die innocent and unoffending. So be it then," retorted M. Pierre In the hoarse, vindictive tone of revengeful passion. Hist citizens. I can expose to you two refugees from Justice." Stay! cried the Amazon, clapping her brawny hand upon his mouth; the little thing is showing spirit now; let us take a little sport with before we give her up to the mob. But what is this story about the Gray Faison? The youth declares that she is no aristocrat, but the Gray Falcons niece. "A pretty falsehood to cheat you; the Gray Falcon never saw her. Ill be bound. Away with her! cried M. Pierre, fairly foamnig with rage, and seizing the girls arm, he tore her from the side of Jules. Suddenly above the wild, din and uproar Jules heard a calm, ringing voice. Well might it sound like an angels to him. Emile had come! Citizens!" thundered he; what means this uproar, and why do you drag away the only being left to cheer the Gray Falcons heart? What has she done to provoke your displeasure? Wherein have I failed, that you withdraw your confidence from me? Who has a charge of disloyalty to freedom to cast in the Gray Falcons beak? cried a hundred None, none! voices, as all eyes turned to the upon which he had mounted. The Gray Falcon forever! 'Liberty and equality, was always the Gray Falcons motto. He was the first to warn us; the first to lead us on. The Gray Falcon is our leader. Emile smiled proudly, though there was a stern sparkle in his eye, which betrayed the fierceness of his smothered anger. Leaping down, he flew swiftly to where a group supported the fainting figure of Follcie, and catching her up in his arms, demanded sternly: Why is this innocent girl so roughly used; can any one explain?" The Amazon elbowed her way toward biu, dragging M. Pierre. "This man proclaimed her an aristocrat, and a refugee. It shall be his turn, if he has lied to us. M. Pierre began a fierce retort; but Emiles blazing eyes startled him and the fierce looks of the crowd showed that the Gray Falcon held control, for the time at east. He stood cowering and trembling. For a moment Emile, bearing up the insensible form of Felicie, stood sternly looking into that evil face. Across both countenances went a flash of intelligence, though neither spoke. So, so! now is the mysterious escape from the forest explained to me, ! Fe-llcl- e, hj, ped-ant- al thought M. Pierre. There is no chance for further disguise; he knows what is my work now, echoed within Emiles noble heart. ' Then waving his hand in calm dignity, said the latter, slowly and deliberately: Let us wrong no man. least of all a citizen. Give him a fair investigation; take him to the guard house; keep him noon. Then there safely till will be opportunity for proper explanations, and Justice can be done 10 all. While he spoke, his eyes ran along the rows of upturned faces. ques-tioning- ly Emile, readily, without the slightest change of countenance. What frightened you away from the cottage? it was a very dangerous experiment, you perceive. M. Pierre came thither Chlotilde recognized him, and was frantic to reach you. That detestable woman stopped us, and they compelled us to witness the execution of the queen. Jules was anxiously chafing the cold hands of the insensible glrL "Poor child! muttered Emile; if I could only keep her thus, and yet preserve her life, how much terror and anxiety she would be spared. She has borne a great deal.' She repulsed that wretched Pierre with the heroism of a general. It was only when fairly in the hands of the mob, that her courage failed. Oh, Monsieur, Emile, what frightful scenes we have witnessed, what demoniac passions have seized the people! What is to be the end of it all? Escape for us, I trust; but I dare not speak my plans, or even my thoughts aloud. I shall take you to my business office. I am kept at work all the time now by Robespierre, now by by Dan-tothe two work together now, but if my Judgment be not at fault, there will be an open rupture presently. I think, however, the secret feud between them will help me. Robespierre will give me free passes to Dover, if I represent that Danton opposes the idea. I have always kept such an emergency as this in view, and have laid my plan of escape long ago; it is time now to test it. I wish Chlotilde were stronger. While he spoke a feeble fluttering at the girls throat gave sign of returning life. They bent over her tenderly. The dark eyelashes lifted slowly a great shudder shook her delicate frame and springing up with the frantic strength lent by terror, she exclaimed: Oh, have mercy upon me!. I am but a feeble girl. I never harmed one of you in my life; let me go in peace. My child, said Emile, with a smile of Ineffable tenderness. Oh, Emile, you are here you have saved me! Again do I owe ray life to you. Heaven bless you! Heaven bless n; you! Emile, softly caressing the trembling hands, which had seized his, whispered gently: Be calm, dearest one; your agitation may be observed. We are not yet secure. She obeyed him as meekly as a little child would have done, and though still trembling violently, sank upon the seat beside him, and assumed an air of composure. Jules bent forward and whispered in her ear: Courage, dear Chlotilde; another day, and we shall have left these horrors all behind. She smiled, trustfully relying on his assurance, and closing her eyes, spoke no farther; though the carriage soon after drew up before the huge narrow doorway leading to the Gray Falcons gloomy apartments, and she was led up the dar'i flights of stairs into the upper story. A sickly, effeminate-lookin- g youth was writing there. He bowed respectfully in answer to the Gray Falcons carelesB nod, but though evidently surprised to see his companions, he made no remark. Emile drew forward the rude chairs. Take a seat, Chlotilde; you are greatly fatigued, and you have much more to endure Leon, bring some wine, and get a basket of bread and meat from the cafe. You need not stir again until it is time for us to start The youth laid down his pen and went to the nail in one corner where hung his hat and cloak. Emile followed him to the corridor. Make haBte, Leon, said he, in a low voice, because I cant lose sight of the young man, and want you to watch him while I go up to the Convention. hall; hes a suspected aristocrat; but I cant get along without him in the Job before me. More work! responded Leon, carelessly. Yes, to trace some escaped refugees. My niece Chlotilde can identify the woman, but the young man only can make sure of the marquis that used to be. Hurry back, so that I can go to a consultation with Robespierre. CHAPTER XXI. r&i ULE3 suspected for I whom he was Tlpv I searching, darted to his side. me help k I CHAPTER XXII. you carry the girl, AYING given them said he, citizen, due ins tructlons guardedly. con cerning their Nay," interposbehavior before his ed the same man who had kept such clerk, Emile left the pair to discuss vigilant guard over the contents of the their movements; this man is one of basket when Leon our enemleB, most worthy Falcon. I returned from the can swear to him before the court. He shall be closely guarded. I shall cafe, and set forth at once for the not allow him to leave my sight nevHall of Convention, ertheless he may carry my niece for is till I can find a carriage, replied j where he was certain to meet Robes and pierre, who was the acknowledged head of t'he Mountain Party, as it was called, which held sway above the Girondists almost as threateningly as against the nobility. He found the dread ruler of those stormy days in the very mood to further his plans. The convenUwQ had adjourned, an.l the members were leaving their seats when Emile appeared. Robespierre stood by himself, his brow dark as night, his hands clenched threateningly. Let them beware," muttered he, do they forget the fate of Grlssot and Vergnaud? That Insolent Dantou shall follow in their Steps, if he does not change his manners shortly. Emile bowed with the utmost respect as he advanced. Ha, my brave Falcon, what is Mi word The Gray Falcon waits but the word of Robespierre to pounce upon noble prey. He listened heedlessly. His eye was following Danton, who, converging with a knot of men at the door, was gesticulating violently. Emile was acute enough to understand his mood. Citizen Danton would fain turn me move; he will aside; he calls it an give me no countenance, but I hoped better things from you, Robespierre. Ha, what haB Danton to say about affairs in Paris, or in the assembly either? What do you want, my keeneyed Falcon? I have traced two aristocrats in their flight toward Dover the daughter of Count Languedoc and a young Parisian Marquis. I want authority to follow and seize them. I will go to the very waters edge, but I will have to-day-?" them." And would Danton hinder? He is a traitor already. You shall go; come with me for the passport the credentials of authority from me. Emiles dark eyes Bparkled. Thank you, Robespierre. I knew you would see differently from the Danton. d I shall want passports also for my niece Chlotilde and a youth who can recognize the marquis in any disguise. It is a queer Journey for your niece, observes Robespierre. Aye, but she lived with the counts family, and can make sure I find the j short-sighte- WHAT THE TERM MANY MONEY? IS BY DEFINED AUTHORITIES. AS Reader Will IlMdUr Not the loluu Wherein tha following Enal-naUru Differ from Wall street's ut Uat-- lYrlton. Money is the medium of exchange. Whatever performs this function, does the work, is money, no matter what it is made of. Prof. Walker in Political Economy. Money is simply employed for bartering, as a ship for carrying, its action is similar to a carts, it fetches for its owner the things he is in want of. Prof. Jevons. The intrinsic value of money was the idea in the days of crude barbarism. The simplest and most perfect form of mouey is that which presents nothing but transferable debt, such as paper. It 1b only when states have feached a high degree of civilization that they adopt this perfect form-- of money, Rees' Encyclopedia. Whatever pewer there is over the currency is vested in congress. If the power to declare what is money is not in congress it Is annihilated. 4 jWe repeat, honey is not a substance, but an Impression of legal authority, a printed legal decree. 12 Wallace, 519, United States Supreme court. to be An article is determined ioney by reason of the performance by It of certain functions without regard to its form or substance. Appleton's Encyclopedia. Metallic money, while acting as (coin, is Identical with paper money in respect to Its being destitute of intrinsic value. North British Revlsw. Money is a tool of exchange and othing more. It Is not a measure of slue, nor a standard of value, nor a of property. It ;presentative conveniently from one hauls a to as wagon party another; goods from one place to another. Price. r'of. are of great varieties. The which distincharacteristic palpable guishes money from the numerous subjects that resemble it, but which are not money, is its mark of authority, 'signifying tyat it is issued, circulated and made payable for debts, services, fines, taxes rind commodities by virtue in Science of of I - law'-JJjipxDe- lmar Cor-nusc- jP .-iwrzc?' EVnny-welgh- ts one-ha- Investigation, ward. A single glance at his hopeful fac and cheery eye was more reviving t the trembling pair than the most p tent elixir. We start at once. I bope your fj tigue is past, Chlotilde. She sprang to her feet with a g smile, and answered eagerly: Oh, yes, I am strong, and ready anything1 now. That pale face gives assuranc remarkable strength. You must t, glass of wine, for we travel BWii and make no pause for night, ref Emile. And what is to be my fate?" Jules, trying to hide the exhilaC produced by Emiles demeanor, at Burning a lugubrious tone. You will accompany us to helij tify your old master. Mind, If jT tray my trust, a pistol shot will Awnge If this Is prosperity, save us from versity. You cant down the zs they do. There is no danger; my oniyl11 is in obedience to your wishes, fHe 10 Jules, meekly drooping his ey hide the mischievous sparkle Leon, put this paper, this ment of my movement In Robe own handwriting, on record. I valuable some time. And st and see if the carriage has ordered it at once. The moment Leon left t Emile advanced to the pa smile which was almost dazs Be happy, my children; f?r, nta The ing. We are safe we are bloodthirsty Robespierre litr d.reama how easy and certain he hasBade our escape. c' (IT BS COTTIXOBIM 0 Vlaret for Uvnikc!' Eighty-fiv- e hundred dc ar8 j!0 whole profit for last seae eu House of Commons kitchei claret invested by the committee f Largest Hofw Kror "? ,8 Eighteen and of a aP horse owned height th Neb. The horse Is said10. mer largest west of the MIssis?pl one-ha- lf ad- trusts by voting Human rights are more sacred than property rights. A national debt is a blessing to the national bankers. This is a government by the people the rich people. The more money there is, the more happiness we have. These are prosperous times for the men who have money. We are taking the gold cure now. How do you like it? ' People are still anxiously looking for that promised prosperity. Government ownership of railroads would let the water out. More money! That is a plank upon which every man can stand. No, bub, a public office is not a public trust It is a private snap, j That wave of prosperity must be the private property of tjie bankers. You cant whine awijr an evil; Stiffen your backbone and vote it away. What we need most is honest statesmen, and then well have honest dollars. Notice to workingmen out of employment get off the earth or be Bhoved il it Not on them the poor rely, Not to them looks liberty, Who with frowning falsehood cower To the wrong, when clothed in power. Whittier. TIio right daughter." as d So, so, you are as ever. Well, you shall have my authority for all you need to help you off. So Money ttot-feMe p nlue created by law (a Danton discouraged you. Well show fyie value of metallic him how much Robespierre values his statu01'ta ' Cpeated by law." Henry monfy opinion. Danton and his p:.rty had left the legislation assumes that In hall, to Emiles extreme rJlef, and he of law, money of every conemplatlon followed Rotcsprre toils private Tele. haft the. value which the law secretarys office, and received the in- . Js on it; that congress valuable papers at once. Jftutlonal power to say that ten His heart leaped wildly as he reof silver shall hence-Krt- b ceived them. His plans had succeedbe the dollar and do the office ed beyond his wildest hopes. Only leretofore done by sixteen pennyone thing remained, to make sure that weights, four and lf grains." M. Pierre was not released until too Attorney General U. S. (12 Wallace, late to harm them. He walked around U. S. Supreme court report, page 519.) to the police office, and ascertained that he was safely confined awaiting the and then flew home- NORMAN RAPALEES NUBBINS. keen-witte- THOUCHTS OF THINKERS. You will never be worthy of happiness or escape while your hatred of capitalists proceeds from your mad wish to be capitalists in their stead. Zola. wage-slave- ry to politicians, Leaving politics whether In national or municipal affairs, Is as fatal to a country as leaving the defense of Its territory to Joseph Chamberlain. mer-cinari- es. If men want to abolish crime, let them provide their fellows with decent surroundings. Ben TilletL What pastor in any great city can put his hand on the causes of sins, and not say that fully one-ha-lf of these sins come from frightful poverty or from an overabundance of wealth or from efforts to escape the one or acquire the other? John Brisbane Walker. We cannot get along without capital and capitalists. On the contrary, we ought to have more of the latter. In fact there ought to be at least 69,999,-99- 9 capitalists out of 70,000,000 people In this country instead of only so many thousands. W. J. Steigleder in Chicago Tribune. The poverty of the world is a gruesome fact. No other phase of our life seems to me so sad. Every tenth child dying In New York City is burled at the public expense. In every city of the world It is much the same. Each contains caravans of people, not especially dissipated, Indolent or thriftless, who are very poor, never free from fear of want, doomed for life to the alternative of hard labor or starvation, as thoroughly cut off from all means of culture, as completely precluded from rational living, as were the helots of old Sparta. President Andrews, of Brown University. FtrUiio Omiu Klgnrea. The taking of the next census will shortly necessitate the appointment by the President of a force of experts to make arrangements for the work. It will cost fully' $10,000,000 to take the census, which will proceed, moreover, contemporaneously with a presidential campaign. It is greatly to be feared that the work will be very partisan. It we ever get a genuine census the results will amaze the country. Heretofore the complaint has been that the very subjects umgjwhlch information flnfnmtva beeq neg lected. For example, the distribution of wealth in this country has been a matter of much speculation, but all who look into this subject agree that the census is taken In such a way that no particulars of value can be obtained through the medium of the reports. The Republicans always take a census from the point of view of the tariff. The experts on census subjects have discovered that we. get figures of no moment, and President McKinley has placed the patronage of the preliminary committee entirely at the disposal of General Grosvenor of Ohio. This man is quite destitute of the qualities that go to make the statistician, for all he has ever done in the way of figuring is to calculate the size of Republican majorities. The Populists in Congress ought to take hold of this subject Horn. Fashion Notn, An observing young man of Rochester, N. Y., has contributed the following comments upon fashions of the day: It Is still fashionable for a great many people to be hunting for employment It is still stylish in England to em- ploy women to pull canal boats; they are much cheaper than mules. Some women in this city are so poor that they have adopted the eplcurlan fashion of eating refuse out of garbage barrels. We have seen them. It is still fashionable for labor unions to be led by labor fakirs who feather their own nests out of the funds; and who tell the members to keep out of politics. It will be very stylish at the next off. Times are picking up. We notice election, like many previous ones, for that tramps are becoming more numer- workingmen to vote for what they dont want, and get it. ous. It is getting more and more fashionj A silver dollar may not be worth but 40 cents, but it will buy five bushels of able to make statistics show Just what the capitalists want the working class corn. "honest dollars consists in to believe. They like the working Making debtor's the and con- class to enjoy imaginary prosperity property taking while they steal the reality. veying it to the creditor. While the bankers continue to control the currency they will grow richer Surgeon or Corpat, Which T and the people poorer. When the victimized people declare The farmer who sells five bushels of their independence, through their own corn for one dollar has the satisfaction government, of the despotism of the of knowing that the dollar is "good. trusts, it will necessarily be An EXPERIMENT. Bankers consider the financial recThe Important question for the citiommendations of the President in his zens of the United States to answer message as excellent, says the Silver is simply this: Do you prefer to EXand believe that PERIMENT, or to be experimented on; the banking interests of the country to be the surgeon, or the corpse? will be benefited by it Walter Yrooman in New Democracy. 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