Hollis Post-Herald. And Harmon County Tribune (Hollis, Okla.), Vol. 20, No. 2, Ed. 1 Thursday, November 23, 1922 Page: 3 of 8
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THE HOLLIS POS T—H E R A L D
■5—
Chef Had Plenty
But He Could
Hardly Eat
Even an expert chef for an up-to-
date restaurant, with everything heart
could wish In the eating line and tye
■kill to prepare It In the most appetlc
log manner, finds life miserable and
work a burden with his appetite gone
and his health all broken up on ac-
count of stomach trouble.
According to his own statement,
■uch had been the case for two years
with William Lackey, 865 Notfth Wells
St., Chicago, 111., chef at * popular
North Clark St. restaurant, who says
he recently found relief by taking
Tanlac.
Mr. Lackey now boasts of a ••won-
derful appetite and a stomach that
digests such things as ham and eggs,
corned beef and cabbage, and rich pas-
tries, foods that would have almost
put me out of commission b*f<5re I
took Tanlac."
"Before I ran across this medicine,'"
eald he, "I was having to lay off from
my work for a week at a time Just
on account of the numerous Ills I suf-
fered from Indigestion. But when 1
tell you I have gained fifteen pounds,
eat and digest anything, and am on
the Job every day feeling fine, you may
know how I appreciate Tanlac."
Tanlac Is sold by all good druggist*,
^-Advertisement.
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The man who likes to hear himself
talk may be the only one who cares to
bear him.
ADVENTURE CALLS
"Bo glad to learn you could
be out. Judge" ehe said, the
least perceptibbe hesitancy in
her v<kce. "Permit me to pre-
tent Judge Cable of the Su~
preme Court; Captain West,
my fiance!"
Surprising to Captals Wert?
Well, rather, Inasmuch as It was
the first he had heard of It. A
young engineer, he had returned
fl-om the war with his thirst for
adventure stilt strong. Answer-
ing an advertisement for a young
man willing to engage in a serv-
ice of danger he Is employed by
a handsome young woman, Na-
talie Coolidge, who takes him to
a dinner party and announces
her engagement. And thereafter
thrills follow fast. It appears
that Natalie fears an uncle is
plotting to secure her property.
Anyway, this uncle Is murdered
In a day or two—which adds to
the mysteries which quickly ac-
cumulate. And not the least
mysterious is the behavior of the
heroine, who seems to have a
dual personality.
It's not necessary to go farther
with the plot. For this is one of
Randall Parrlsh's action stories
—action, action, action I That's
all that need be said. His first
novel was published in 1904 and
he's been writing two a year
ever since. And they sell as fast
as he can write them. The au-
thor was born in 1858 In Illinois,
and practiced law In Wichita,
Kan., 1879-83. Then he pros-
pected for two years In Arizona
and New Mexico. Later he got
into the newspaper business in
Denver, Omaha, Chicago and
other cities. Then he found him-
self as a writer of stirring tales.
CHAPTER I
The Lady in the Limousine.
West, still attired in khaki uniform,
but wearing the red chevron of hon-
orable discharge on his left sleeve,
sat In the club writing room, his feet
comfortably elevated, endeavoring to
extract some entertainment from the
evening paper. The news, was not
particularly Interesting, however, and
Anally, obsessed with the feeling that
It would soon be time for him to seri-
ously contemplate the procuring of
suitable employment, the young man
turned the sheet about rather Idly, and
ran his eyes down the columns devoted
to classified advertising.
Half way down the first column, un-
der the head of "miscellaneous," he
paused and read a paragraph with
some Interest; then read It over again,
emitting a soft whistle between his
teeth.
"Well, by Jove!" he said to himself
slowly, "That doesn't sound so bad,
either; out of the ordinary, at least.
Say, Thompson," and he turned to
a tall young fellow busily writing at
the adjoining desk, and shaved the
papier under his eyes, pointing at the
paragraph which had attracted atten-
tion, with one finger, "What do you
make out of that, old man?"
The other, rather sober-faced, and
slow of speech, read the advertisement
word by word, with no change of ex-
pression.
"Rot," he said solemnly. "Either a
Joke, or some scheme on. Why? In-
terested in it?"
"In a measure, yes. I've a good
mind to answer, and take a chance."
"You're a fool If you do, Matt," de-
cisively, and turning back to his
writing, "That is some game being
pulled off. Likely as not it means
blackmail. Besides there is no ad-
dress."
"That's one thing I like about It,"
retorted the other; "They are In earn-
est, and taking no chances of having
their purpose guessed at. By Jove. 1
don't see how any one can get In had,
merely by finding out what It all
means."
"Well, do as you please; you would
anyhow. Only you have my advice."
West read the Item again. He had
been eighteen months In France, and
his discharge from the army had left
blm bored and dissatisfied with the
dull routine of civil life. He dreaded
to get back Into the harness of a
prosaic existence; even his profession
as a civil engineer had someway lost
its charm. He had tasted the Joy of
adventure, the thrill of danger, nnd it
was still altering. This advertisement
promised a mystery which strangely
attracted his imagination.
"Wanted: Young man of edu-
cation and daring for service in-
volving some personal peril. Good
pay, and unusual reward If suc-
cessful. May have to leave city.
Purpose disclosed only In personal
Interview."
As Thompson had pointed out. this
was not signed, nor any address given.
West crossed over to an unoccupied
desk, and wrote a reply, changing the
wording several times, and finally mak-
ing a clean copy. The answer read;
To Advertiser: Am 20; late cap-
tain of Engineers; university
graduate, adventurous disposition.
Would be glad to consider your
pnoposltlou. Address, Box 67,
University club."
tie placed this In an envelope, called
a club messenger, and, handing the
boy a sum of money, sent blm over to
the newspaper office.
Two days elapsed before an answer
appeared in his box; a small envelope,
addressed In a lady's handwriting ap-
parently. and mailed from one of the
Kub-postofflces. The brief note read:
"Box 57, University club.
"Your answei to advertisement
makes a good Impression, and I am
willing to put you to the further test
of a personal meeting. If you are In
earnest In this matter, and quite pre-
pared to assume the necessary risk,
you will be at the northwest corner
of Spaulding park at 5:30 tomorrow
afternoon. Do not come In uniform,
but It will be well to bring evening
clothes In a bag. Be sure of yourself,
and be prompt.
"Very truly yours,
"The Advertiser."
West read this over, again and
again, smoking furiously, and endeav-
oring to weigh each word. The letter
sounded honest and sincere; the
writer evidently had a purpose in
view, and was selecting an agent with
great cure and secrecy. No hint as to
what that object was would he re-
vealed blindly—he must be tried In
every way first; thoroughly tested as
to both character and courage. Un-
doubtedly steps had already been tak-
en to do this. The delay In reply
would have afforded opportunity for
some Investigation, as his address
would give the necessary clue to his
Identity. The request for evening
clothes, however, rather reassured
him; evidently his first plunge into
this mystery was not to occur In any
stratum of low society; no vast
amount of personal danger could be In-
volved In such preliminaries. The ad-
vertiser was a woman! This fact al-
so stimulated his Imagination, and ren-
dered him the more eager. By Jove!
he would see the thing through!
His decision was reached. He
would go, but would make every ef-
fort t protect himself against any
possible treachery. He had a'room at
the club, and wrote a letter or two be-
fore proceeding to dress, arranging
for their personal delivery In case he
failed to return at a designated time;
carefully examined his service revolv-
er, and deposited it in the pocket of
the business suit he decided to wear.
Satisfied with these arrangements, he
dressed rapidly, and then packed his
bag, bearing it in his hand as he de-
parted In ample time for the point of
rendezvous. A cab took him to the
place designated, and he found him-
self alone in a rather desolate spot,
with which he was in no way famil-
iar. He had no knowledge of how he
was to be approached, or Identified,
but ids being requested to bring a
hag containing evening clothes, some-
how suggested riding, rather than
walking, and consequently his eyes
followed more or less Intently the con-
stant stream of automobiles.
He grew restless and doubtful as the
moments slipped past. Then suddenly,
without the slightest warning, a black
limousine whirled In alongside the
curb, and came to a stop immediately
In front of where he waited. The
chauffeur, dressed In plain dark livery,
stepped out, and threw open the rear
door, without asking so much as a
question. Except that the fellow stood
there, looking directly toward him, his
fingers on the latch, expectantly.
West would not have known that he
was wanted. Yet It was all so obvious
he could not question. Silently he
picked up his bag, and stepped for-
ward. He saw no one within, but firm
in the belief that the chauffeur must
have his orders, he entered blindly,
the door closing Instantly behind him.
The curtains were drawn, the Interior
gloomy and indistinct, and the driver
had resumed his seat, and started the
motor, before West realized that he
was not alone. In one corner of the
wide back seat, drawn back from any
possible observation from without, sat
a wowan.
At first glance he could only barely
distinguish the outlines of her figure,
dimly discernible against the dark
background of the upholstery, but, as
his eyes accustomed themselves to
the faint light, her features also be-
came dimly visible—enough so, at
least, to convince, him that she was
young. Neither spoke for some mo-
ments, while the automobile gathered
speed, and West had an uncomfortable
feeling that the lady was watching
him with great Intentness. He could
only quietly await her explanation of
this strange situation. The delay was
not a long one. She laughed, nervous-
ly perhaps, yet with a sense of humor
at the awkward position.
"Quite melodramatic, is it not. Cap-
tain *V«atr «be asked, la a decidedly
pleasant voice. "I trust It appeals
thoroughly to that disposition for ad-
venture of which you wrote."
"Nothing more could be desired, I
am sure," he confessed, surprised at
her tone, and glancing toward her. "I
certainly am left completely in the
dark, unable even to clearly distin-
guish my mysterious coiupanlon in
adventure."
"And there really Is no longer any
occasion for such concealment." She
lifted the heavy curtain beside her,
permitting the grey light to rest upon
her face. "I preferred not to be seen
at the park for obvious reasons; but
here, alone with you, such precaution
Is quite unnecessary. We are to be
either friends or enemies, so frankness
Is the best course."
He saw the face of a young woman
of twenty-four, or five, with dark eyes
and hair, her cheeks flashed with
health and excitement, her" Hps smil-
ing. It was a face of unusual attrac-
tiveness, not regular, perhaps, In ony
of Its features, yet filled with charac-
ter, and glowing with life. Ho liked the
girl, and believed In her.
"I can only thank you," he said,
rather lamely. "Although I do not
understand now how we could ever
become enemies. Surely, that Is not a
threat?"
"Oh," no, it Is far too true. You have
yet to learn what I require. Yet that
was very nicely said. I take it to
mean your first impression of me is
not unfavorable?"
"Very far from It I am already
deeply Interested in my task. If I
lacked an Incentive before, you have
furnished if."
She laughed again softly, her eyes
still on his face.
"Really, I had not anticipated Buch
a sincere compliment. No doubt you
learned these delightful speeches In
France," she answered, a very faint
tinge of sarcasm In the wordg. "How-
ever, this is a very serious matter,
Captain West, and really has nothing
to do with my personal appearance. I
am seeking neither flirtation nor com-
— * - ?£
"We Are to Be Either Friends or Ene-
mies."
pllinent; merely a trustworthy agent.
First of all, It Is necessary that you
comprehend this."
He bowed, Impressed by her man-
ner, and somewhat ashamed of his Im-
petuosity.
"I accept the reproof," he said
quietly, "and will endeavor henceforth
not to offend In any way. I am en-
tirely at your service."
"There Is no offense; I merely
thought it best there should be no mis-
understanding. Now, I am sure, we
can proceed intelligently. Indeed, I
am going to frankly confess, I also
like your appearance. This mutual
liking ought to be half the battle. We
have quite a ride before us yet; you
may question me If you wish."
"You mean I am to question you
freely."
"Assuredly; while I am to remain
quite as free In my answers. That Is
perfectly fair. Is It not?"
"At least, it sounds so. Where am I
being transported, then? And why the
dress suit?"
His questions evidently amused, for
her eyes sparkled.
"Naturally that query comes first;
and especially the dress suit. You
have the prejudices of your sex, I see.
and without regret. I shall endeavor
to reply categorically, yet with reser-
vations. We are going to a country
home, where we dine, in company with
a few guests."
"I see; I am first of all to he pro-
jected Into society. Are any of these
guests known to me?"
"God forbid; and I may even ven-
ture to predict that you will never care
to know any of them again. You are
to be present as my guest, and will so
be welcomed."
"I feel the honor; but would it not
be well under those circumstances for
me to know more clearly whose guest
I am? Suppose, for Instance, I tad to
refer to our long friendship, It would
be extremely awkward not to even be
able to mention your name."
"My nnmel Why, of course, you
do not know what it is. Well, really I
am not altogether certain that I do,
either. We will therefore compromise
on the one I am known by, which will
be siyfer. Allow me, Captain West, to
present to you Miss Notulle Coolidge."
She held out frankly a neatly
gloved hand, which he as Instantly
•ook, and reflilned In his own, the girl
making no Immediate effort to with-
draw It.
"Tills is very kind ef you, Miss
Coolidge," he acknowledged, adapting
himself to her present mood, "But It
seems there Is no necessity for me
to present myself. Apparently my
identity is already known."
"Otherwise you would not be
among those present," she admitted
frankly.
"Then, I Judge you hnve not ac-
cepted me blindly?"
"No, I have not," earnestly, and
now releasing her hand, "I do not
think we ever really know any one
except through personal Intercourse;
but I do know who you are, and some-
thing of what your life thus far has
been."
"But how could you? I signed no
name."
She smiled, again quite at her ease.
"The box number at the club was
amply sufficient. I have friends there;
once possessed of your name nnd
army rank, the department records at
Washington furnished all further in-
formation. So you perceive, Captain,
I am not altogether reckless. Are you
Interested In learning whnt I know?"
"I am; will you tell ine?"
"Willingly," and she checked the
points off on her gloved fingers. "Yon
are Matthew West, the only son of
Judge Robert Peel West, of Atlanta,
Georgia. Your mother, who was of
the well-known Bullock family, died
when you were about fifteen, and her
widowed sister has since been the
housekeeper. You are a graduate of
the University of Virginia, being
fourth in your class In scholarship.
Your engineering course was com-
pleted in Massachusetts, and you later
became connected with the Wyant
Contracting compnny, of Chicago. You
were here, however, only a very brief
time, making but few acquaintances,
when the war broke out. You im-
mediately entered the first officers'
training school at Fort Sheridan, grad-
uating with the rank of first lieuten-
ant, and were assigned to a regiment
of engineers, among the earliest to
sail for France. While there you were
wounded twice, and cited once for
special gallantry in the rescue of a
seriously Injured private. Your last
wound caused your return to the
United States on a special mission,
and also won you the rank of captain.
Since then you have been honorably
discharged, but have made no effort
to resume professional work. You
are twenty-six, and unmarried. Is
there anything else you care to
know?"
"I think not; really your agency has
been most efficient. And so tills re-
view satisfied you that I was really the
man you sought?"
"No, It did not wholly satisfy, but It
looked promising. You were evidently
courageous, and a gentleman. These
qualities were essential; whether In
other respects you measured up to my
purpose, could only be ascertained
through a personal Interview. There
was no other way."
"And now?" he persisted.
"Still encouraging, I must admit,
although the test is not yet complete.
However, we are now approaching the
end of our journey. Before we turn
In I am going to ask a favor of you—
call me Natalie."
"Natalie; that will be easy."
"And also forgive me If I fall In
always addressing you formally as
Captain West. I presume your friends
say Matt, do they not?"
"Some have that habit."
"Then I claim also the privilege."
She bewildered him, left him In won-
derment as to what she would do next,
but there was scarcely time In which
to answer before the speeding limou-
sine turned abruptly Into a private
driveway, curving gracefully to the
front of a rather Imposing stone man-
sion, set well back from the road.
Soon they were at the side entrance,
and a servant, in the same unobtrusive
livery as the chauffeur, was quietly
opening the door. He turned and
helped his companion to emerge.
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Thousands Have Kidnej
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Applicants for Insurance Often
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(TO BB CONTINUED.)
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An examining physician for one of tht
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an interview on the subject, made the a
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However, if you wish first to test thii
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Time flies, but the orchestra leader
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