Decatur Democrat, Volume 41, Number 38, Decatur, Adams County, 2 December 1897 — Page 6

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r CHAPTER IV. All that night I walked the floor, cudgeling my brains over the affair, but could arrive at no satisfactory solution. It seemed impossible that the vault should have been opened, and the currency, the bulk of which would more than fill a bushel basket, pbsfrfictcd. Jb« fact remained, however, that It was gone. t my way down to the bank the following morning, I bought some newspapers, and eagerly read all the accounts. Every paper, without actually stating the facts in fib tnany words, gave out strong hints that I was Somehow connected With the affair. I noticed, also, that passers-by looked around after me. Many men with whom I had a bowing acquaintance turned their heads and pretended not to see me. 1 realised in great bitterness of spirit that I w as already a marked man, suspected, and therefore shunned. It is a lamentable fact that often a suspicion of a man runs through the | general public without any just reason. The current in such an event is overwhelming, and it is useless to try to stem it, as I soon realized. When I entered the lobby on my way . to Mr. Perry’s private office, I was favored by having the curious glances of my former associates thrown at me, I but only one of them extended to me a salutation. That one was Horace Jackson, and he smiled as he bowed. The president was writing when I entered, but he laid aside his pen when he saw me. “Take a seat, Conway,” he said. I did as requested. My heart was > heavy before, but it was heavier when | 1 noticed the troubled look on his face. 1 "Mr. Perry, have yqu read the papers?” I asked. ! The president nodded assent. “How is it that such a general im- ' pression has gone abroad that I had

something to do with the affair? Who has started such a rumor?” “I do not know, Conway, unless the police have given public expression to their opinion.” “The police. And what is their opinion? Was it not shown beyond any doubt that I was miles away from the vault at the time that the robbery must must have been committed ? I say nothing about my own assertions. But how can anyone doubt the word of a man of Mr. Morley's standing?” “Well, Conway, no one does doubt that you told the truth in that. But —” Hr. Perry seemed loath to proceed. "But what, sir?” I demanded, after a pause. “The detectives’ theory is that you had accomplices, who, from directions given by you, were able to carry out a prearranged plan.” I answered with a scornful laugh. “Accomplices! Who are they?” I asked. “Well, I suppose they are looking for them,” Mr. Perry said, with a halfsmile. “I hope they’ll enjoy the search,” I said, sarcastically. “Oh, Mr. Perry, why is this thing brought upon me? Why am I so universally suspected, when nothing can be shown against me? If there is enough cause to attribute the robbery to me, why am I not arrested?” “W’e had hoped to keep the affair a secret, for a time at least. Therefore ■some few of the trustees thought it best not to make it public, as having you arrested would have done. We were Jill pledged to secrecy, but somehow the affair got abroad. I suppose you did not mention it?” “No, indeed. I have not spoken to a soul on the subject,” I replied. “Aft - ..1 Perry,” I cried, impulsively, “you do not believe I am guilty, do you?” “I do not wish to believe so,” he replied. guardedly. “Oh, think, sir, what this terrible affair means to me! It is a fearful burden for a young fellow to bear who is wholly innocent.” “It is, indeed. But, you see, it is this way. The bank is a public institution, and I. as its head, dare not let my personal feelings interfere with my duty to the public. Personally, it does not seem possible that you could have any < onnection with the loss of the people's money —” “Oh, thank you, Air. Perry! I knew you could not think —” Tie cut me short. “Officially, I must 1 c'.d you in doubt, so much so at least : bat I cannot give you back your po- .• ition.” "‘And did you suppose I expected to remain?” I asked, indignantly. “Icould i ot. I want to hold no position where absolute and perfect confidence is not telt in me. You can consider this as my resignation, sir,” I added. “I am glad you look upon it in that light. It is manly, sir,” said Air. Perry. “ And, Nelson, not even the restoration < f the missing funds would give me as great pleasure as the establishment of x our innocence.” “Never fear, sir, my innocence w-ill ■jon be proved. It cannot be otherwise, ■or I am innocent," I said, confidently, I -- 1 have a small estate which came to me from my grandfather,” I continued. •

“Every cent shall be expended, if necessary, for the purpose of proving my innocence.” “You can do as you see fit about that,” the president said, after a Jong pause, during which he seemed to be pondering over my words. “But if you wish ■for my advice, I would say, do nothing whatever on yCHT 2"'n hook. NeUojr” Jbtnlng close Up to me find ' speaking low. “secret measures have already been begun to solve the mystery, and they hili be thorough and farreaching'. *fhis is wholly Independent of any Investigations the police authorities may undertake. You see, my boy, that I do trust and believe in you, after all. What I have told you is in strict confidence. Live as quietly and patiently as possible under the cloud. Take a trip to Europe, and enjoy yourself.” I “No, I’ll stay and face the music. I : am not afraid of any investigations ■ which may be made into my life.” “Well, good-by noM - . I must not allow you to take up any more of my time. I beg of you to follow my advice, and undertake no search on your own hook, j In spite of discouragement, heartache, or long delay, do nothing yourself.” He shook my hand heartily, and I left him. As I was going out the door leading into the lobby, I ran against a man just coming in. He was an did fellow, small and thin, and had piercing steel-blue eyes. He rebounded a trifle from the collision, then gazed at me sharply. “I beg your pardon,” I said. “I hope I did not hurt you?” “No. Not much, at any rate. I want to see the president. Are you the president?” he asked. There seemed to me to be something insolent about his question, as though he knew I was not the president and he had asked but to mock me. “You will find the president in his of-

fice,” I replied, curtly. “As for me, I am a bank robber.” There was the suspicion of a twinkle came in his eyes as he said: “Indeed! Well, you don't look it.” The old fellow then entered the office, and I went outside to the street. A few days went by, and, although nothing was found to sustain the theory of the detectives, that fact did not lessen the general suspicion which rested upon me. Indeed, it was a case of surprise to me that I was not arrested. It would have been an easy matter, for I had no thought of hiding. The most public streets during the daytime, and a concert or the theater at night, were frequented by me. I held my head erect, as I had a right to do; but it was with a heavy heart and a chastened spirit that I realized that people shunned me. Houses where I had been on most friendly terms were closed against me. I was tempted many times to seek consolation and encouragement in the presence of Florence Morley, but it did not seem right nor kind to burden her bright life with my troubles, even should she consent to see me, of which I was doubts ul under the changed circumstances. Perhaps it was this fear which kept me away, as much as any other idea. About a week after the robbery a letter came to my boarding-place: “Mr. Nelson Conway—Dear Sir: If convenient, kindly favor me with an opportunity for conversation this evening at eight. I remain in town over night, and you will find me at my city residence. “SYLVESTER MORLEY.” Wondering w hat he could wish to say to me, I repaired to his house at the time mentioned. Air. Aforley received me in the library, and arose from his choir as I entered. “Good evening, Air. Conway,” he gravely said, bowing his head. “Please be seated.” After I had chosen a chair on the opposite side of the room, and he had resumed his seat, he began, somewhat reluctantly, but in his stately, courteous way: “Our conversation may prove unsatisfactory to you. If so, I beg your pardon in advance. Os course you are aware that the public in general connects your name with that daring and mysterious affair at the bank.” “I know very well, sir, that it is so,” I replied, sadly. “Now - , I do not mind saying that Ido not necessarily condemn a man because he is suspected,” Air. Morley continued. “In a case like yours the general public’s opinion does not influence my opinion. At the same time, the general public is not to be blamed so much, after all. The people form their opinions from the newspapers, and I am sorry to note that the papers do not seem friendly toward you.” "That is true, sir,” I answered. “And I cannot imagine why they should take that stand, when nothing, absolutely nothing, can be found to criminate me.” “I can furnish no idea why it is so; I simply state a fact. As I intimated, it is not my custom to condemn a man before he has been found guilty. But, whatever my private opinion may be, in this case you must understand that the ' suspicion which has fallen upon you will necessarily preclude a continua-

Rojral makes the toad pore, wkoleeome and dollcioaM. o Ky POWDER Absolutely Pure royal iakim rowue co., aicw vom. | tion of the friendly relations which have existed between you and —and my household.” “Oh, sir, you cannot believe in your heart that I had anything to do with the bank's loss!” I exclaimed, bitterly, for, kindly as was his manner, the w jrd= U; seemed to strike a knell to my fondest hopes. “I have already said all I care to say on that score,” Mr. Morley replied, rather coldly. “And—and your daughter, sir,” I went on, with trembling voice; “she does not share the general suspicion!” A smile flitted across his face for a moment. Then he became grave again, and regarded me earnestly. He did not reply for some time; he seemed to be considering his answer. “My daughter is rather indignant; she thinks that you are unjustly treated,” he finally said. I could not restrain myself on hearing this. I sprang from my seat and approached him. “Mr. Morley, you do not know what it means to me to hear this. You cannot imagine how your daughter’s opinion fills me with hope. May I ask you, sir, to express to her my deepest gratitude for her faith in my innocence? As God hears me, her faith is not misplaced.” There was no controlling my voice; it trembled in spite of my efforts to be calm. Dear, true-hearted girl! “I will convey to her your message,” said Mr. Morley. “She has informed me of the sentiment you entertain for her. But. Mr. Conway, I believe you are a young man of sense and honor. You must therefore realize the position you would place her in by insisting on the continuation of a friendship which, out of kindness and gentleness of disposition.she would probably not refuse you. It would be unjust to her, embarrassing to you, and wholly contrary to my wishes.”

“I fully appreciate the meaning of your words. Air. Alorley. Believe me, I regard your daughter too highly to intrude upon her notice, under existing circumstances. It is no sentiment 1 entertain for her; it is love, sir, deeper, truer, fonder than mere sentiment. This love has become the ruling motive of my life, and will always remain so. But I promise you I will hold no communication with your daughter until it is shown before the world that I am innocent. I confess, to follow this course will be the greatest sacrifice of my life. I have no parents, no near relations to whom I can go for love and sympathy. It means something, therefore, for me to promise you this.” (To be continued ) How to Prevent Pneumonia* At this time of rear a cold is ver' ■a-tly contracted, and if let to run i's curse without the aid of gome eliahle cough medicine is liable to • suit m that dread disease, pneunoma. We know of no better remilv to cure a cough or co'd than hamberlain’s Cough Remedy. A'e have used it quite extensively <t d it has always given entire satis•a- tion—Oolagab, Ind. i’er. Chief, •’his is the only remedy that is n 'wn to be a certain preventive of pneumonia. Among the many n>iusauds who have used it tor •olds and la grippe we have never yet learned ot a single case having ’•esulted in pneumonia, Persons ■vho have weak lungs or have reason o fear an attack of pneumonia, houl 1 keep the remedy at hand. I’he 25 and 50 cent sizes for sale by Smith & Cadow. d For Fall Convocation and Mystic shrine meet ng. reduced rate excursion tickets will be sold by Clover Leaf De-c-mber 7. 8 and 9. go d returning until D-cember 11 inclusive For further pirticulars see nearest agent Clover L-as. HOW TO FIND OUT. Fill a bottle or common glass with urine and let it stand twenty-four hours: a sediment or settling indicates an unhealthy condition of the kidneys, when urine stains linen it is evidence of kidney trouble. Too frequent desire to urinate or pain in the back, is also convincing proof that the kidneys and bladder are out of order. WHAT TO DO. There is comfort in the knowledge so often expressed, that Dr. Kilmer’s Swamp-Root, the great kidney remedy fulfils every wish in relieving pain in the back, kidneys, liver, bladder and every part of the urinary passages. It corrects inability to bold urine and scalding pain in passing it, or bad effects following nse of liquor, wine or beer, and overcomes that unpleasant necessity of being compelled to get up

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