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Show Damaged: Pagje$ SOUTH CACHE COURIER HYRUM, UTAH The Mystery of By Randall Parrish Author of theSilverDa The Strange Case of Cavendish Copyright, by pnmtaii Parrish to Intercept him on his way back to New York. He never got far enough to fall Into thair hands; before he had driven four blocks he was murdered and robbed. The rest of the story you already know." The money was actuaUy in thal; valise, then? "Some money was, but not alL We were afraid it might be opened before an arrest could be made. Bach outpackage had real money on the not did amount the side; altogether and exceed fifteen hundred dollars, these bills were aU marked. But you suspected Wine? I know of your call at his office. I wondered if you did. Were you there then? Yes, I followed you in." I wish I had known ; I would have ventured more than I dared to alone. I suspected yes ; but that was all, I possessed no facts, but I frightened him so when I exhibited that hat-pi- n I felt absolutely convinced that be was guilty." You had no reason to believe be possessed such a weapon? None whatever; I merely took a chance. I think now the pin used belonged to Sarah Waldron, but how it came there can only be determined through a confession by her husband. Her eyes lifted again to mine, and a bit anxious. Was my course right or wrong, Philip Severn? "Undoubtedly right, although I im agine few girls would have had the courage." You believe In me still? In the woman? My handclasp tightened, and her eyed dropped before the message she must have instantly read in mine. This has been a test of us both which we will never regret, I answered soberly, for it has brought faith, hope, love; is this not true? She did not move, or glance up, but I caught the whispered response of her lips. (THE END.) . CHAPTER XIV 22 Continued. amination by the defendants attorney, the whole affair would be probed to Thilip Severn, he repeated slowly, the very bottom, and I should be hla glance wandering again to my face. compelled to disclose every bit of InTon are a friend of Clement Brecken-tldg- e formation I possessed. In the meanis that right?" while I must discover the girl, and "1 have learn from her own lips, if possible, Why, yes, in surprise. known him for some years. just how deeply she was involved. I thought so; I dont forget a face Then, and then only, could I decide often, but never heard your name be- upon my own future course. But how fore. I was waiting at the bank to see was I to locate her? I had nothing Breckenrldge a few days ago, when to guide me in the search. There he came out with you from his private were only two people to whom I could office. He seemed very friendly. Well, turn for even a suggestion Krantz, how, Mr. Severn, whats been takln the banker, and Sarah Waldron, place In here? Some hot fight, halnt doubted if either would reveal the truth, but I could use the threat of there? His tone was friendly enough, and exposure against Krantz, and might It was quite evident that my acquaint- thus terrorize him into revealing the ance with the banker had already truth. I decided that if the girl did not call me by phone before noon the given me a new standing. This is the end of the Alva murder next day I would certainly exhaust and robbery," I said directly; one of every effort to find her. She would that time what the men is dead, the other lies in assuredly learn by whether she so but, there senseless, while the money they had occurred, was not willing to or I desired not, vere after is there also In a valise let her drop out of my life. 1 would Untouched. at least, whatever Adolph learn, Good God I What money? knew about her. Krantz "So you didnt know about that, hours The dragged away bringing I even Well, Ill tell you. Captain no message, the silence merely 'Alva was killed to gain possession of my resolution and ina large sum which had been paid him strengthening interest. After a lonely for revolutionary purposes in Chile. creasingin my which her face seemed ever lunch, These fellows inside found out about me, I took a taxi and drove such a payment having been made and before to the bank. I crossed the direct waylaid him. They had to kill him in lobby and approached a order to get the money. A middle-age.desk rather doubtfully. Who did it? man glanced up from his work, "I am not quite sure, sergeant, but and listened quietly to my question, I think Gaspar Wine committed the examining my card attentively. murder. He plunged from a window Ah, yes, United States consular and is lying dead down below there. service I see. I regret to say that The other fellow is still alive and was Mr. Is not in the bank Krantz Adolph going to share in the spoils. You In is out of town, he fact know him, I guess, a Russian Jew by tday. possibly for a week. Yes, he left the name of Waldron. rather suddenly for Washington. PerIvan Waldron, the Red orator? haps you might talk with his secreThats the man. Ill tell you the tary. story briefly ; all that needs to be told I hesitated, yet almost as quickly now. I had reason to suspect these decided to see what might develop. two and hid in that closet, where I I will if you please, for just a could overhear them discussing a divi- moment. sion of the spoils. The two quarreled, Very good, sir. The third door during which Wine was forced out down that corridor to the left. You through the window. Then I got the will find it ajar, I think; walk right best of Waldron, just as you fellows in. tried to break in. I proceeded as he directed, the glass The sergeant looked about, plainly partitions of the bank on one side, the puzzled. ofother divided into small I guess your word ought to be fices, the equipment plainly private handsome. good, Mr, Severn, he admitted. "Seein The third door stood partly open, givas who you are. You live in Wash- ing me a glimpse within before I ington? ventured to enter. The place had far Yes officially; my home Is In more the appearance of a private liOhio. brary than a downtown business ofWhere yer stopping here? fice. A woman was bending over the I told him, naming the hotel at further desk, busied at some work. Which I was registered. With heart beating somewhat faster AH right, then. Ill look around a I ventured to open the door sufficientbit; Morris, run down and call the ly wide to enter. patrol; have em get that body down There was no one else present, but out of there first when they come; her head instantly lifted, and she rose Kelly, you stay here, with Halsey at the door. I followed him and the fourth officer Into the Inner office. It was a wreck, but the sergeant took the scene in at a glance and picked his way across to the shattered window. The policeman .bent over the outstretched figure of Waldron. How Is the cuss, Carr? Alive, all right, but got a h 1 of h crack on the coco. Give him a glass of water in the face. Is this the grip you was telling me about, Mr. Severn? Yes; its locked, but supposed to be full of yellowbacks." He pulled R forth from beneath the grasp of Waldrons arm. "All right; Ill see It safe out o here. I guess youll have to go along with us, Mr. Severn; the captain will likely want ter ask some questions. marble-f- loored d . . i : CHAPTER XV. The Private Secretary. I told my story to the captain much more in detail, and Breckenrldge being found, stood sponsor for my identity, so that I was not detained. The next morning I testified before the coroners jury over the crushed body of Wine, and later appeared in the room of the She Did Not Move, or Glance Up. grand jury which indicted Waldron. On both these occasions I told enough to her feet, with a quick smile, and to make matters reasonably clear, yet outstretched hand, coming directly tocarefully avoided any direct mention ward me. Mr. Philip Severn, at last, she exof Miss Gessler. No doubt her name would be brought into the case later, claimed pleasantly. My faith is rebut I was determined it should not warded. "Your faith, I echoed, rallying from be Introduced through any indiscretion on my part. Krantzs name was my surprise at this greeting. Then used, but only indirectly, and the Im- you were expecting me? I have nover felt a very serious pression was left upon me that influence was being brought to bear ,to doubt. Does that sound odd Let shield the banker from any direct me close the door, and then we will sit down and talk. I am never disconnection with the crime. I knew that when the time camel, turbed when the door is shut Here for trial 1 could scarcely hope to Is the best place. Yes, Mr. Severn, I was certain curiosity would Cause escape thus easily. Under cross-ex you to seek me, even if there was no other motive. I did not phone, so you came here. I had but two choices to seek Information either through Adolph Krantz or Sarah Waldron. I chose to try Krantz first" And you really had no suspicion I was to be found here? None whatever. Why should I? Not even yet do I know whom I am speaking with. Oh, yes, you do Marie Gessler, revolutionist, messenger to the Chilean Junta. She laughed, her eyes sparkling. Does not that satisfy? Far from It; I believe I am entitled to even more. Indeed you are. I have the honor of being also private secretary to Mr. Adolph Krantz. Now, what next? Well, when he writes you a check, what name does he make it payable to? Let me see ; did you ever know any one called Tom Longdale? Did 1 Why, great Scott I you cannot mean that you are actually Helen? It is not possible. Oh, yes, It is; little girls grow up, you know. And now if you will be very good and quiet I am going to tell you just how it all happened. What led me to become a desperate conspirator, and well, yes a famous detective. Are you all ready for my confession? She rested her hand on mine,' and permitted my fingers to close over it, in a spirit of frank good fellowship. Then listen ; It may make you shudder In some of its details, and possibly you may consider my actions very unwomanly. Now just be quiet until I finish." Her eyes met mine earnestly, but I felt I could perceive a certain pleading In her depths. I am Tom Longdales sister Helen. As you doubtless know, financially there is no necessity for my seeking Indeed I did not seek employment it, but was induced to accept this position at the request of Mr. Krantz, who has been a lifelong friend of my fathers. I enjoy the work, however, and have been here now nearly three years. Adolph Krantz Is a most lovable man, and I am devoted to his service. He is an Austrian by birth, and has ound it more or less difficult to get away'from that influence. Much money from Europe passes through his hands in financing various schemes, and among others this revolutionary fund was intrusted to him. At first he accepted this in the ordinary course of business, without suspicioning its purpose, but later learned how the money was being expended. The moment he became doubtful, Mr. Krantz absolutely . severed all connections with these plotters and their schemes. While this was thoroughly understood officially, in Washington, where he reported his suspicion, certain, circles, engaged in underhand work, stiU believed he could be used for their purposes. Yet he accepted the trust? In a way, yes; but with perfectly loyal intent. As soon as word secretly reached him that he was to be thus used, he laid the full facts before the officials of this bank. J was present as his secretary, and learned then for the first time what I have already told you. They advised that he makd the plot known Immediately to the authorities at Washington. ' He was directed to accept the order, and thus, through learn the details seeming connected with It. There was delay ; for some reason Hva was not quite ready to go ahead, and refused to draw the money. Proof of conspiracy was lacking until this was consummated. Mr. Krantz, being afraid that he would be followed if he went again to Washington, delegated me to go, as 1 was entirely unknown. The Secret Service there outlined a plan designed to hurry matters. I was to be sent direct to these men Alva, In particular with positive Instructions from the higher powers in Washington to draw the money and get busy. As I speak Spanish easily, and took the name of a female revolutionist now in this country, but unknown even to Alva, the task did not seem a specially dangeroqsie. it, her mind She passed for a m gathering up the oddbhd ends of narrative. It Is not necessary that I go further into detail. I met Captain Alva as planned, and was taken' to the place where his gang gathered. Krantz was there with the money, and my message compelled the Chilean to accept, and receipt for It Government agents were stationed in Jersey City 1 blood-curdlin- g , well-know- n ques-tioningl- WRITER HAVE MUST IIAYDOCK SAVED followed Advice of Hp, Druggists Wife and Took Lydia E. Pinkhams Vegetable Compound I was in bed with Chicago, IU- female trouble and inflammation" any good. They all said I would have to have an operation. A druggists wife told me to take Lydia E. Pinkhams Vegetable Compound and I took 22 bottles, missing a dose never and at the end of that time I was perfectly lhave rw?i1- - . never pad occasion to take it again as I have been so well. I have a six room flat and do all my work. My two sisters are taking the Compound upon my recommendation and you may publish my letter. It is the gospel truth and I will write to any one who wants a personal Mrs. E. H. Haydock, 6824 letter. St. Lawrence Avenue, Chicago Illinois. Because Lydia E. 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