Decatur Democrat, Volume 35, Number 11, Decatur, Adams County, 5 June 1891 — Page 7

from Sin to Contrition Lucy Warrimtam’s Sacrifice. The Story of a Hasty Marriage and Its Tragic Seqnel. BY ERNST BRUNCKEN, Author of “The Bibliomaniac's Crime,” “A Terrible Secretetc., etc. r CHAPTER XV. TEMPTATIONS. “After all, it is a very disagreeable entanglement, and 1° was a fool,” said Count von Hohenfels to his friend, Lieutenant von Greibern, after he had told him about the scene in Singers’ Hall. , “A very disagreeable affair, indeed,” Greibern assented. “I'm afraid it may ♦nterfere with your career.” “I should not be surprised. For one „thing, I cannot go back to America.” s' “I should think that would not be y* much of a niisfortune. It must be a half-exile. ” “Well, I don't know!” The diplomatist shook' his head dubiously. “I had a great deal of fun with those Yankees.” i “Especially with those of the female persuasion. Eli. old man?” But the Count did not relish his friend's jocularity. He answered not even with a smile'. \ “Ah, those Yankees are a set of par--Venuos, ” the Lieutenant continued: “democrats, you know—trades people, and all that.” There was a world of contempt in the tone of Greibern’s words, uttered with a shrug of the shoulders that clearly signified:' “Ilow can a man speak of havfng fun with such canaille.” The Count paid no attention to his friend’s manifestation of aristocratic disdain. “I can count upon 45011, of course, to meet Warringham s friend and arrange everything that, is necessary,” he said. “Os course, dear boy! Waiter, give us another bottle of- Ruedesheimer. ” j “Os course,” Hohenfels went on, “I j have no particular desire to harm the Doctor. Therefore, if there should be i any chance of reconciliation, you ; know ” “Certainly, certainly! He will not fight!” “You are mistaken. That American will light. There is a good deal of mettle in those Yankees. Besides, he is in a furious rage.” . . “Well, he has some cause to be furious, has ho not?” rejoined the Lieutenant, with a smile. ' ' Hohenfels returned the smile, but with a half heart. ' | “Well, some,” he admitted. “It’s a | bad affair all around, I did not even get : much fun out of this liaison.” A waiter entered, bearing a card, which he handed to the Count. The latter read the name. “Tell tin; gentleman,” said he, “I shall ' be glad to see him.” Addressing the Lieutenant: “It is Dr. Braunfeld. He , comes from Warringham, I presume.” Dr... Braunfeld entered presently. He stcemed a little annoyed when he didn't find Hohenfels alone. The two gentlemen rose and bowed politely. “I beg your pardon,‘if I intrude at an inconvenient time,” the Doctor said. “I am the bearer of a very important message to the Count. ” “Whatever it is, speak out, if you please, Doctor. I have no secrets before c*. my friend. The gentlemen are .not acquainted? Baron von Greibern — Dr. Braunfeld.” , The gentlemen so introduced bowed formally and stiffly. * “I am the representative of my friend, Dr. Warringham,” " the Doctor began, without noticing the motion with which the Count proffered him a scat. “I hope that you will give him'the satisfaction to which ho is entitled.” “I shall be glad to'render Dr. Warringham all satisfaction consistent with the honor of myself and the lady who is unfortunately involved in this affair.” “Very well, then,” Dr. Braunfeld replied. “Will you have the kindness to designate a friend with whom I may make further arrangements?” “Certainly! My friend hero will meet you at any time or place which you'prefer. ” “Very well, then. Would my cliam- - bers be convenient? I shall be at'home from now until night.” “Very well; let it be so.” “I have the honor to bid the gentlemen good-day. ” The Doctor withdrew. When he was gone Hohenfels said: “Well, Greibern, I think you had better see him at once, I am anxious to have this thing off my mind. ” “You are very impatient,” Greibern said, with a smile. “Are you so bloodthirsty?” “Not in the least. It is a very "bad business all around. I wish I could get ' out of it in some honorable manner,” “I-see no way out of it,” the Lieutenant replied, seriously. “Even an apology would hardly be accepted. Besides, I don't see what you could possibly apologize for.” '■ “Well, we will have to fight it out then. But, bear you in mind, it will not end <rell. ” Tire Count passed his hand over his brow. “Oh, what fools men do make of themselves.” Greibern did not like his friend’s mood. “Instead of philosophizing,” he said, “you had better give some thought to the matter in hand. Have you any pistols here?” The Count had none with him. “That is bad. We will have to buy ■new ones, -and new pistols are a bore. I will get some at once, and you had better go to work and practice with them, so as to become used to them. ” Hohenfels shook his head. “Never mind that,” he said; “I don’t mean to shoot him. ” Greibern was disgusted. “You are as sentimental as a girl!” he said. “What ► in the world does a man go into a duel fog if he intends to miss?” The Count did not discuss the question, but evidently had his own opinion about it. The Lieutenant rose, put on his sword, being careful that the belt encircled his waist with mathematical accuracy, brushed a few specks of dust from his . uniform, eas.La critical glance into the mirror, and, putting on his kid gloves, said: jt' “Well, I’ll go and see this Doctor —ah —ah—wffat’s his name? I’ll bring the pistols on my way back.” With a tuck at his fiercely martial mustache he strode away in that peculiarly stiff but vigorous manner characteristic of the Prussian soldiery. Count Hohenfels stood at the window with a melancholy air down into the garden, with its multitude of guests who were seated around tables, chatting, smoking, drinking. He was frivolbus enough, to be sure, but he was not an obdurate roue. The serious turn which his love intrigue I had taken had aroused his conscience, r and he had begun to think that after his course had been little honor*

able. His heart had from the beginning j had little, to do with the matter, but his ! vanity had been flattered by the love of so handsome a w.man, and*gradually her beauty had overpowered his senses. Now he would have given much if he had never seen her. The husband was furious, and would no doubt fight to kill. How could a Hohenfels be a coward! But life was, after all, too enjoyable an affair to be risked in such a foolish manner. There was no help for it, however. All he could do was, to risk it and trust to luck. He sat down and wrote several letters, one to his parents, a few more to some of his most intimate friends. It was a most disagreeable task, but he finished it. Then he thought over his financial affairs. That was a far easier matter. There was not much to think about, for he had little besides his salary. He put a few directions on a paper which he folded into an envelope. Then he wrote the superscription on it: “To be opened after my death,” and put it intcrtiis breast pocket. So he had put his house in order and sat down to wait for the return of his friend. Baron von Greibern found Dr. Braunfeld awaiting him. “It is my first duty, ” "he said, after a courteous greeting, “to inquire whether an amicable settlement of this disagreeable matter is not possible, and I am authorized to offer every reparation consistent with the honor of my friend.” “I am very sorry to state, ” was the Doctor’s reply, “that I cannot see the possibility of a settlement. The offense in this case grievous that nothing but a bloody conflict can satisfy us.” “Very well. As the challenged party wo have the right to choose the weapons, but will waive that right. I would be pleased to hear a proposition from you.” “We would propose pistols.” “Agreed. ” “Ten paces.” “Accepted. ” “Both principals to fire simultaneously at the word ‘fire,’ and to continue firing until one party drops. Each revolver to contain six shots. If necessary, reloading permitted. ” This was far more serious than 110 had expected. “But, Doctor, that is vindictive!” he remarked. The Doctor shrugged his shoulders. “My friendjnsists that it shall be a matter of life and death!” he said. “If you insist upon such a course we will have to agree. But, Doctor, I beseech you to consider the matter. Such a duel will have necessarilyi'a most unfortunate result. ” “That is but too true. I have tried to reason with my friend, but without ■ avail. He Is determined. ” “Agreed, then,” the Lieutenant said,gloomily. “But I herewith disclaim all responsibility. You have forced us into tliifSP The Doctor bowed in token of assent. “Will any further witnesses be necessary on tlie spot?” he asked. “Not that I can think of,” was Greibern's reply. “Will you act as physician ! yourself?” I “I may have other duties,” the Doctor answered. “I would Dropose Dr. Albing.” “I do not know the gentleman, but if you recommend him, it is agreed. Have you any preference as to time and place?” “We would like to make an end of this thing as soon as possible. Would i the day after to-morrow, at seven o'clock i in the morning, be convenient?” “Perfectly convenient, and the place?” “On the opening in the forest south of the castle hill. About three hundred paces from the carriage road. ” “I am not acquainted with the spot. Is it secure from intrusion?” “At that hour entirely so.” “Very well.” Thus all necessary preliminaries of the duel were arranged. The two gentlemen arose and the officer took his leave. On the way home he bought s an excel-' lent pair of pistols of the most approved oattern. But Count von Hohenfels declined to practice with them, notwithstanding the Lieutenant’s anger at what he called his friend’s stubbornness. CHAPTER XVI. FARE WELL TO LIFE.' If Count von Hohenfels refused to practice pistol shooting, not so did Ralph Warringham. On the morning of the day that intervened between the interview of the seconds and the time set for the fatal affair, ho bought a pair of revolvers and with them in his pocket sought the most secluded spot he could find in the forest, far remote from all human habitations. There he improvised a target on the stump of a tree which the ax had Cut down and began to practice. He continued a long time, until he knew thoroughly all the characteristics of the weapons. Then he threw himself down on the moss and began to think. During his occupation with the pistols his attention had been turned only to the work in hand, but now it relaxed. It was a spot of grandiose beauty on which he found himself. From the edge of a high, forest-covered plateau he had|| a wide view over the country before him. Just beneath his feet he cpuld see the valley, with the carriage road, and wagons, horses, and people on it, so small that they appeared only as insignificant black specks. Not a sound of I the multifarious, bustling life below reached his solitude. Beyond the valley he saw the Thuringian Mountains rise, chain behind chain, ridge after ridge, all clad in their magnificent mantle of beech and iir. Far away on the horizon rose another and higher mountain range, scarcely distinguishable through the faint blue haze that veiled it. Those were the Rhoen j Mountains, many, many miles away. All this Ralph saw, as he lay on the l moss under the gigantic canopy of beech trees. There was a strange silence all about him. The wind itself hardly produced a noise as it blew through the soft foliage of the beeches. No birds inhabit these forests, where there is no underbrush for them to hide in., Once in a Jong while a squirrel darted from tree to tree high over the solitary man’s head. Presently all was quiet again. The awful silence of this sylvan wilderness had a soothing effect < n the wild uproar of passions and emotions in Ralphs breast Gradually a softly melancholic mood took the place of the fierce despair and savage desire of revenge that had hitherto animated him. Ah! That was the end of it all. All the enthusiasm and beauty and joy of youth to end only in the bitterness of disgrace and death! . He thought cf the night when he had first seen the woman who had become the ruin of his happiness. How he had seen her among the splendors of the theater, radiant, graceful, with a smile so sweet and a voice so soft! Hqw he had joined in the rapturous applause of the audience! How he had longed to become acquainted with her, and, when his wish was fulfilled, how she had appeared to him still more beautiful, more admirable than before. And that neverforgotten moment when he was allowed to plant the first rapturous kiss upon her fair brow! Oh, why had she so cruelly betrayed him! And still he loved her! Would to God that he could restore her picture to the purity in which she had first appeared to him! But he would never see her morel Hie %

love-dream was all over, and soon his life would be over also. Then he thought of his home, Os his beloved mother. She was dead now! She died before he could see her again, Or listen to the words of forgiveness from her lips! Yet she had loved him—her last thoughts had been of him, who had left her for one so utterly unworthy! Oh, cruel fate! All the places he had known in his youth appeared again before the eyes of , his imagination, and with them the faces i of all the dear friends at home. He bade them all farewelL His life had reached its goal. But among all those faces there rose one sweeter than all the others. It looked upon him with soft, blue, pitying eyes, so full of love, oh, so full of love. That one face filled his whole soul. The others all disappeared. Was it the face of an angel? He was thinking of his cousin, of Hattie Beckford! Her image appeared to him as the ideal of sweet, loving, heavenly womanhood! Oh, if he had possessed the love of such a one, how different all would have come. But he had been led astray Dy false glitter and passion. Here was the ei|d! A long, long time Ralph lay in the deep shades of the forest, high up in the mountains. At last he rose to return to the valley. He had made his final reckoning and struck the balance. Now all that lay behind him was gone forever. Not with a thought would he return to it. There were but two more things in the world for him to do and to suffer. Revenge, then death. He did not go to his hotel until night, for he did not want to see his wife again. He called on Dr. Braunfeld during the day, and they talkfed on indifferent matters, as if no terrible ordeal was to be gone through in the morning. That night he slept sounder than he had done for a long time. CHAPTER XVII. THE DUEL. It was before sunrise on the following morning, when a hack was seen driving up the broad wagon road which in a wide circle gently leads up to Wartburg castle. The air was filled with a thick mist, which did not permit the eye to penetrate more than ten feet. The driver could hardly see the ears of his own horses. The coach went up the gently ascending road with all the speed such public conveyances are capable of developing. On the southern slope of the castle hill it stopped. Three gentlemen emerged from the carriage and disappeared on the narrow I footpath that led from the road into the forest. The path led to a small opening, covered with a short growth of grass that made as velvety and elastic a lawn as could be found in any garden. This was the place selected by Dr. Braunfeld for the enactment of this tragedy of revenge. It would not be the first time the quiet little forest meadow saw a similar bloody scene. In fact, it j had been for generations the favorite spot- for the settlement of affairs of. honor, and had gained quite a reputation as such. It was said that the grass was growing so extraordinarily luxurious there, because every inch of the soil had been manured with human blood. When Ralph, with his second and the third gentleman, who was to act as physician—“if necessary,” Dr. Braunfeld j had told him; he knew too well it would be necessary—arrived there was as yet no trace of the hostile party. Dr. Braunfeld looked at his watch —it was only twenty minutes to seven, and seven o’clock was the stipulated hour. So they had to wait patiently. They proceeded to the further end of the opening, where they stood leaning against trees; the ground was too moist to sit down. There was little conversation. Ralph was nervously impatient. He considered his own death as a foregone conclusion, and was resigned to it with a morbid indifference. The only thought that filled his soul was of revenge. He was fully resolved to kill his adversary by the first shot, if possible, and felt vexed at the dense mist, for fear that he might miss the mark. Dr. Braunfield also thought of the mist. But he was glad of it, in the hope that it might possibly prevent fatal results. The whole affair was not to his taste at all. It was too desperately serious. Dueling was all well enough, the Doctor thought, but people should be content with exchanging a few shots, and perhaps a light scratch that would heal in a week or two. But this affair came pretty near being downright murder! 'Dr. Albing, the official physician, was naturally the most indifferent of the trio. He also thought of the mist, and was annoyed at it because he feared the moisture might spoil his surgical instruments. All was quiet about them. The mist, which prevented the eyes from being of much avail, helped the ears to extraordinary acuteness. They could hear the neighing and stamping of the horses Qn the road three hundred paces away, and divided from the opening by a dense wood. After a while they heard the rolling of wheels and the clatter of hoofs. I The sound came nearer and nearer, and in the immediate vicinity ceased. Evidently the other party. From their position they could not see the other end of the opening, and Dr. Braunfeld accordingly went forward to meet them, j “We are just in time, I suppose, Doctor, ” Lieutenant Greibern said to the physician. “But shall we be able to proceed? The mist is so awfully thick.” “Perhaps we had better wait awhile until the sun has dispersed it a little, ” Dr. Braunfeld replied. This was agreed to, and both parties waited nearly another half, hour. The ' sun, as it rose higher, gradually penej trated through tho dense veil of moisI ture and lighted it sufficiently for the I parties to see each other, in dim outline, across their respective places. Dr. Braunfeld again stepped forward and spoke to Greibern: “Don’t you think it is light enough now? If wo wait much longer we incur the risk of being disturbed. ” This reason seemed a good one to the soldier, and the two seconds proceeded to measure off the stipulated distance of ten paces. It was agreed that tho comr batants, if they chose, support themselves on a thin tree. Then Von Greibern cried out: “Take your positions, gentlemen, if you "please. ” Ralph and the Count advanced to the positions assigned to them respectively. The seconds then loaded tfie pistols, and lots were cast to decide who should give the word of command. The decision was for Greibern. “Gentlemen, ” the Lieutenant said,. “It has been agreed that each combatant shall raise his pistol at the word ‘Ready.’ I shall then count: ‘One—two—three—fire!’ and at the word ‘tire’ both parties will discharge their weapons. There are six shots in eaclypistol. If necessary, rejdEcHng is pcrmfeKlod. Firing will be cfmtinupd until either combatant falls. ” “Correct!” replied Dr. Braunfeld, solemnly. “Gentlemen,” Baron von Greibern continued, “I feel it my duty to ask once more whether a peaceful and honorable reconciliation cannot be arrived it?” “Impossible!” said Ralph. “If that is the case, we will proceed, * continued the Lieutenant. “Prepare yourselves, getlemen!” “Are you ready?" Both combatants raised their weapons to a level with their eyes. Ralph took

deliberate aim at his adversary’s heart, as well as the mist permitted. The Count held his pistol carelessly, as if indifferent whether he should miss or not. “Attention! One—two—three—fire! ” The cracks of twelve shots were heard in quick succession. But both combatants still stood upright. The Count's left hand clutched the young beech tree beside him, but the fog prevented the expression in his features of violent pain to become discernible to the others. Ralph insisted upon bqing given a new weapon, but both seconds protested vehemently. Ralph Warringham, however, insisted on adhering strictly to the stipulations. The Count did not speak a word. I The seconds reloaded the revolvers and handed them back to the combatants. “Ready!” 1 “One—two—three!” The weapons were raised. Before the word fire was heard, the right arm of the Count was seen to fall down, his left hand released its grasp of the tree; he staggered and fell. Quickly his second and Dr. Albing were by his side. They raised him into a half-recumbent position and discovered a wound in his left breast, about two inches above the heart. The physician hastily removed his garments and superficially probed the wound. While he was so occupied with the wounded man, the latter feebly smiled and said, with low voice: “Don't trouble yourself, Doctor! It’s fatal—l know it!” “By no means!” the Doctor replied encouragingly. “It is pretty bad—but fatal—pshaw.” He prepared to dress the wound as best he could under the circumstances. But while he was so occupied, a stream of blood suddenly broke from the Count's mouth, his muscles relaxed, be gasped—death had come! Dr. Braunfeld had stood a sad, interested spectator while the Lieutenant and Dr. Albing busied themselves with the wounded man. Now they laid the lifeless body softly on the grass, arose, and the Doctor, turning to his colleague, said: “All hope is past.” Braunfeld stepped quickly to Warringham, who still stood in his position, his right arm with the" weapon hanging by his side, motionless and gazing gloomily on tho sad group before him. “You had better fly and save yourself,” the second whispered to his principal. “He is dead, and you can save yourself from all trouble by leaving the city at once. Come—quick! We will take the carriage and drive to the station immediately. You may still be in time to catch the half past eight o’clock train.” . To these horridly whispered words of advice Ralph answered with a shake of his head. “I don’t want to fly, ”he said. “I shall give myself up to the authorities. Is he really dead?” With these words he put the revolver into his pocket, and prepared to go. As he passed by the body of his late enemy he paused a moment and looked intently into his face. Von Greibern watched the expression of iiis features. Perhaps he expected to hear a few words of regret, but he was disappointed. Not a word came over Warringham’s lips, but silently he strode away, followed by his second. Arriving at their carriages they told the coachman to go and assist the gentlemen. The coachman accordingly went to the meadow. With their assistance, the body of the unfortunate young diplomatist was placed in the carriage, arid the cavalcade proceeded toward the city. As Ralph insisted upon it, his friend went at once with him to the Judge of Inquiry. That official took down a statement of the facts and released Ralph on parole. [to be continued, j PUZZLING CONDUCT OF A PIG. Can a Man Get a Hog License fir a I*ig, and, if Not, What Can He Ho? The Society for the Prevention oi Cruelty to Animals, which has lately assumed the management of the Public Pound, and John Partridge, who is the officiating Poundkeeper of this city and county, are in trouble. It is all over a pig—the pet of a man who walks the streets followed by the animal, which wears a blanket and tamely answers its master’s call whenever it is given. Neither the pig nor the man apparently know that they are the subject of a much mixed controversy, but such is the case. Questions concerning that pig are pouring into the offices of the Poundkeeper and the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals daily, and are becoming more complicated as the time goes on. Here are some of them: 1 If a pig assumes the manners and privileges of a dog, is is not also compelled to take upon itself the same responsibilities the dog has to carry ? Why is this pig not regularly registered and licensed, and why does it not have a tag attached to its collar, which puts it ou an equal footing with a dog ? What legal standing has this pig, in case it gets itself into any trouble ? What is the difference between a dog and a pig from a legal point of view ? How can a man take out a dog license for a pig, and would not a pig traveling with such a permit be liable to be arrested for false pretenses ? If Mr. Partridge or his deputies seize this pig for not being licensed will not its owner have a good cause of action for a damage suit against the city and county ? Such are the knotty problems Mr. Partridge has to wrestle with, aud it is because he doesn’t know any solution of them that his nights are either sleepless or troubled with dreams, in which he sees people with every kind of animal from an elephant to a mouse following them about the streets as pets.— San Francisco Chronicle. Selfishness, Selfishness, not money, is the root of all evil. All the great schemes for the improvement of mankind fail from ignoring the natural selfishness of all mankind. The theories of the socialists sound beautiful, and their arguments are convincing until you take into consideration the Immunity of man, and his humanity is selfishness. Both socialists and communists lose sight oi this, and of anarchy, selfishness is the keystone. The successful man, thg man who piles Up his thousands long after he has acquired more than he can possibly enjoy, is but giving play to his selfish instincts to keep from the less fortunate alt he can and make it his own. The man who acquires wealth may not be more selfish than other men, but he has with his selfishness, the faculty of gratifying it to a greater extent than others. Turn whatever way he will, the theorist is confronted by the insurmountable wall of individual selfishness, and until the nature of man is changed his hopes must fail.— Texas Siftings. French doctors are reported to have discovered that the essence of oinnamon, when sprinkled in the room of typhoid patients kills the baoteria within twelve hours, and prevents the disease from spreading.

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