Evening Republican, Volume 15, Number 289, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 8 December 1911 — Page 2

The PING and the MAN

SYNOPSIS. ' A foolish young tenderfoot become* fascinated with the bold, artful wife of a drunken prospector tn a western mining town. They prepare to elope tn a blind* tag blizzard but are confronted by the maudlin husband. He 1* shot by the wife, but the chivalrous boy pins a note to the body taking the crime upon himself. In their night to the railroad station the woman** horse tan* exhausted; the youth put* her sa his own and follow* hanging to the stirrup strap. Seeing he 1* an impediment, the woman thrusts her escort Into a snow drift and rides on. Half-frosen fas stumbles Into the railroad station just as the train bears the woman away. Twenty-five year* later, this man, George Gormly, 1* a multi-millionaire in New York. He meets Eleanor Haldane, a beautiful and wealthy settlement worker, and co-operates with her in her work. Gormly become* owner of a steamship Mne and finds himself frustrated in pier and track extension plans by grafting aidermen. backed by the Gotham Traction Company. An automobile accident on a stormy Christmas eve brings the Haldanes to hl* country home. Gormly makes th* marooned party comfortable. In a confidential talk with Gormly. Miss Haldane enthuse* on her settlement work, and long* that he shall benefit mankind with his wealth and business talent*. He determines to do so and announces that he will be mayor of New York and redeem the city from corruption. Mr. Haldane In a long desired Interview with Gormly, makes an Indirect proposition to oompromlse the fight which the latter has been waging in the newspapers against the Gotham Traction company, and which Haldane is suspected of being the head. Gormly boldly announce* hl* plan of campaign to Haldane.

CHAPTER VI. Gormly Announce* Hl* Candidacy. The hall into which Mis* Haldane stepped early the next morning had Keen transformed into a perfect bower of winter beauty. There had been no time to buy anything; but the most available pine tree* on the place, of Which there were several, had been tuthlesaly sacrificed, and under Gonnfcr’s personal supervision the hall, a cumatances, had been lavishly decorated with the fragrant evergreen in honor of Christmas. Gormly had been busy during the night He actually had not slept a wink. So soon as he had got the party safely to bed, he had gone to the stable, and in default of anyone else who could do so, he had himself ridden across the country through the snow and storm, which was even then dying out to notify the people at the Haldane place of the predicament of the family and to arrange that maids and men with proper clothing should be brought over to his own cottage early in the morning. Hence Miss Haldgne was under no necessity of appearing in evening costume at eight o'clock In the morning, or of making a guy of herself In Mrs. Bullen’s extraordinary attire'. She had learned, of course, from her maid how the news had been brought and how she happened to be there with the change of apparel. Mias Haldane had not slept very well; for one reason her thoughts had dwelt unceasingly upon that strange conversation she had had with her host. She had awakened earlier than the rest, had dressed Immediately, and had descended to the hall in Jjope of seeing him. Her pleasure and satisfaction sparkled In her eyes as she extended her hand. “How delightfully Christmaslike Is the room; how good it smells!” she said after the first words of greeting. “I un glad Indeed that it pleases you." answered Gormly, smiling. "And if you will permit me, I will repeat my words of last night, or early this morning, and wish you again a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year as welt" “And I will give you back your wish with interest,” returned Miss Haldane, **a* I did last night I am sure that we are all intensely grateful to you for your forethought in having the maids and clothes brought over. Felice, my maid, has told me that you rode over yourself very early this morning to carry the news of our plight and to bring them. It must have been hard riding.” “It took me back to boyhood days. Mlns Haldane.” “In the west?” asked the girt “Well, yes,” war the somewhat reluctant answer, “although the greater part of my boyhood was not spent in the west.” “And this ride in the storm, was it like the other rides and storms you have experienced ?” “This was a very mild affair compared to those. I could wish' it had been harder.” "Why?" “Thia time I was riding for another woman, a different woman." Mine Haldane rather thrilled to the direct statement; but womanlike she changed the subject "Did you have this Christmas arrangement of pines made In the hall?" She asked irrelevantly. “For you—and your party," interposed Gormly with a perceptible break after the pronoun so as to allow the fact to permeate thoroughly. "I wish," ho added, "that circumstances permitted me to signalize the season by offering you an adequate Christmas “1 have, however, something that may pOMlbly Interest you. which I may venture to hope you may regard as a personal tribute from me in lieu of such a gift.” "And what to that?" asked Miss

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people of New York who have dealt Haldane, her curiosity getting the better of her discretion. "It Is here!” said Gormly, extending to her a copy of The New York Planet of Christmas morning, which had been brought over from the station by special messenger by his direction. "The morning paper!" exclaimed the girl, with a laugh. “Npt so much the morning paper, interesting though it usually is, but something that appears therein.” "What Is that?” "Allow me." He took the paper from her, opened it until he came to the advertising section, and then handed it back to her. In bold type covering a whole page she read the following: "Mr. George Gormly offers himself to the people of New York as a candidate for the mayoralty In the forthcoming election. Mr. George Gormly submits the following as his platform: “Honest administration of the laws In the interest of the the preservation of all the rights and privileges of the people; the operation of the public franchises by the people, or. If by corporations, the dub safeguarding of the rights of the people; the abolition of graft; a non-partisan administration In which “Honesty” and "Honor" shall be the watchwords, which shall be conducted on business principles In the ancient and admirable acceptance of those words. “Mr. George Gormly pledges his business and personal honor, which the

with him for a quarter of a century have had ample opportunity of testing, that, if elected, he will administer the affairs of the city honestly and with the same care and ability with which he has striven to carry on his own business to the satisfaction of the public. He would advise the voters. If they are in doubt as to what his business methods are, to refer to their mothers, sisters, wives, and daughters who have been patrons of his store. "In the hope that better days are drawing for New York. Mr. George Gormly has the honor to wish his friends, and those whom he must to his great regret characterise as his enemies, a very Merry Christmas and a happy and prosperous New Year.** Eleanor Haldane read this extraordinary announcement aloud. Then she handed the paper back to him and extended her hand, joyfully exclaiming. “It Is perfectly splendid. It’s the finest thing I have ever heard. Nothing could have delighted me more. I am so glad to see you Irrevocably committed to the step! lam sure you will be elected, and ” “What, my dear child.” broke in the cold voice of Mrs. Haldane, who was just descending the stairs, “is giving you such joy. may I ask?” “Mother," said the young woman, turning to her and lifting the paper from the table, "what do you think? Mr. Gormly has announced himself as candidate for mayor of New York at the spring election."

"Indeea," began Mrs. Haldane loftily, surveying Gormly through her lorgnette. “I am quite surprised.” ~~ "I think it’s awfully Jolly,” broke In Miss Stewart, who had followed the elder woman Into the halt “I didn't know that gentlemen mingled In politics as a rule. I thought it was all reserved for the Sachem society.” "What you don't know about the politics of New York would fill a large Haldane, who had entered the room with Dr. Deveaux at the same time. “I am afraid it will be a sad day for the men,” said the doctor, "when the women begin to take intelligent interest In men, not merely as men but as politicians.” "What has started the political discussion?" queried young Haldane. “Mr. Gormly has," answered his sister. "He has announced himself aa candidate for mayor of New York." "And I said that I never knew that gentlemen went Into politics," interposed Miss Stewart. . “They often enter,” said the doctor, "as gentlemen; but infrequently leave with the same degree.” “That’s fight," answered Livingstone. "It Is rather a nasty game to Play” “But don’t you think,” asked Gormly, "that If a few more gentlemen would play It, it would become a cleaner gamer* “Of course, It would,” assented the vivacious Miss Stewart “Mr. Haldane, why don't you enter It yourself?" “By Jove!" exclaimed the young man, "that wouldn't be a half bad idea, would It, sis ? Father’s always talking to me about a career and all that I wonder why that wouldn’t be a good game!” "It’s expensive enough as a pastime,” said Dr. Dreveaux, “to rank with horse racing and automobiling and other pleasant enjoyments of the harmless rich." “I should not think,” said Mrs. Haldane ponderously, “of allowing my son to —associate himself with ” "Mother,” cried her daughter, “ydu forget that Mr. Gormly——” “Quite so, quite so,” said the lady

He Handed Her the Paper.

vaguely; “but for persons in—er — trade.” “Yes,” said Dr. Deveaux, “politics M a rule is made up of barter and sale, I believe.” “If that’s the case,” Interposed young Haldane facetiously, ‘Til get father to buy me the office, and ” His sister turned on him contemptuously. “Livingstone,” she said, “this Is a serious matter. The people of New York have been robbqd right and left in every way. Everybody knows that. We have the worst administration that has ever disgraced the city. Mr. Gormly, for the sake of the people, is going to try to make things different” “They all say that.” laughed Livingtone. **l don’t mean anything personal of course, Mr. Gormly.” “Say whatever you K like, Mr. Haldane,” returned Gormly composedly. “I expected that the notice would cause aiscussion; Indeed I wrote it for that purpose. And while much that you have said. Dr. Deveaux. about politicians and the political situation is generally true, I wish to assure you that I reserve barter and trade for my business, and if I cannot be elected by the votes of the people oa a plain; straightforward issue such as I present, then I shall cheerfully devote the rest of my life to minding my own business.” “The man who minds his own business,” said Haldane the elder, who had entered unobserved by the rest of the group, and had listened long

enough to catch the drift tt the ran ▼•nation, “m a rule is not cut out for a politician. The chief function of the politician is to attend to the business of other people, and the successful politician is the one who can first of all persuade the people that their business needs attention; and secondly, that no one can give It such attention as he himself; that he is the one indispensable man.” ; who can give New York a business administration; whc can stop graft and abuse: who can safeguard the rights of tne people; who can stand for justice and equal opportunity, the administration of the law, and the abolition of privilege. There are doubtless thousands of men who could be trusted to do those things, or at least to make a brave attempt in that direction; but none of them has come forward with an offer to do so.” “You are fully committed to the «•- terprise, j see, Mr. Gormly,” said Haldane gravely. ‘ “Absolutely.” “Well, I supposed as much after our conversation last night Nothing can alter your resolution.” “Nothing; at least nothing that is likely to be offered.” “Eleanor,” said Haldane—at which Mr. Gormly started violently, the word came in so pat—"what do you think of this scheme?" “Father, I think it Is splendid, glorious! Mr. Gormly told me of his intention last night as he seems to have told you. I have always said that the man who does something In a large way for his fellow men Is after all fulfilling more nearly than any other the highest obligations and privileges of his manhood.” “My dear child,” said Mrs. Haldane disapprovingly, “are you intending to enter the political field?” | “Not on the same terms as Louise; but so far as wishing Mr. Gormly success in his enterprise, I am fully committed thereto." “If you wish to gain, your sister’s good opinion, Mr. Haldane,” paid Miss Stewart, “I see that you'will have tq do something.” “Would that also gain yours?” “It is very doubtful,” was the reply. “You see I haven’t that Innate predisposition ß to like, you which would naturally be a family characterStic.” “Jesting aside, Mr. Gormly,” said Haldane, “I suppose that you realise the tremendous nature of the undertaking you have set to yourself, if you are in earnest.” “I never was more in earnest in my life. I think I realize perfectly.” “Every vested Influence, every political influence, will be against you.” “Certainly.” “And what will be for you." “I shall be,” said Miss Haldane impulsively. Gormly bowed. “With you and right on my side, Miss Haldane,” he said not ungracefully, “I am sure of a majority.” “Don’t delude yourself,” continued the older man gravely, “with the belief that because your gallant, if somewhat quixotic, declaration wins the support of a certain section of the community, which like my daughter here, is made up more or less of dreamers and theorists, that you are thereby making possible the achievement of your desire.” “I thlpk,” returned Gormly, “that all my life I ha,ve been something of a dreamer.” When I was a young clerk in an obscure store on the east side, I dreamdd of that Broadway building, and the dream has come true. ’ “And I dream dreams of a regenerated New York as well,” continued Gormly swiftly. There is one power which is above every other force or organization in communities like ours, if it can only be awakened to .it® responsibilities and made to feel its force; and that power ” He stopped and looked smilingly at the elder woman. "Is the people,” cried her daughter with enthusiasm. “And that power 1 am sure you are going to have.” She stretched out her hand to him impulsively. Gormly took it, bowed over it. all but kissed it *1 am going to try for it, at least,” he said smiling gratefully at her. "Sir,” said the quiet voice of thn butler at this moment, “breakfast served.” “We will breakfast with you, M». Gormly," said Haldane, “on condition that you will take your Christmas dinner with us." He spoke with the utmost geniality and cordiality, in a manner so foreign to his usual bearing that his son and his wife looked at him with amazement. “I am sure,” continued the older man, “that my wife joins me most .heartily in this invitation. My dear^—” His voice took a slight touch of sharpness, scarcely perceptible, but quite sufficient to awaken the astonished Mrs. Haldane to action. “Quite so,” she said vaguely, not In the least understanding why the sa cred portals of the Haldane home should be opened to this upstart outsider. She did not know that Haldane intended to fight this man to the bitter end. Mid as a preliminary thereto he felt it advisable for many Masons to Invite him to dinner —such are the conditions of modern war! “We should be charmed, I am sure. If Mr. Gormly would honor us,” she continued, as she accompanied him toward the breakfast room. But Gormly, though he saw an Interested second to the invitation In Miss Haldane’s glance, was wise enough to decline. He preferred to be In the position of one who confers favors rather than receives them si this stage of the game. (TO BB CQMTINUKOQ 1

HANDLING THE COLT

By B.E. ALLEN, Mm Uwvwsfty School of Agriculture Fur in I University Agricultural Eztamiaa

A Little Coaxing Now and Then Helps Greatly In Youngster's Confidence In Man. Such Time Is Well Spent.

Many farmers in the Middle West give their young colts too little attention. During the first two or three summers of the colt’s life they are allowed to run free in the pasture where their owners go only occaslonaDy to give them salt and see that they are still there, and in many cases, no attempt is made to catch and make friends with them. During the winter months they run in the barn lot in the day time and are driven into a box stall for the night where their feed is thrown to them in a careless fashion and still no steps are taken towards even halter breaking. Such treatment naturally results in a wild disposition and creates more or less fear of man. The longer such methods are practiced with colts the wilder and metre fearful they get and more difficult will be the process of “breaking” and training when the time comes for putting the colts to work. Begin VFften Young. " Handling should begin soon after foaling and continued, in a small way at least, throughout foalhood. The education must begin early to insure the greatest amount of usefulness when the colt reaches maturity. The profit and pleasure to be derived from the use of horses of any class depends to a great extent upon their early education and the degree to which they are subservient and obedient to their master’s wishes. All ■ education and handling should be based upon the principle that the

METHODS OF SOIL CONSERVATION

By G. I. CHRISTIE,

Purdue University Agricultural Extension

“Conservation as it Applies to Soli Fertility,” was the general theme discussed in an address (before the Indiana Conservation Congress at Indianapolis, Ind., on October 28 by Prof. G. I. Christie, superintendent of Purdue University’s department of agricultural extension. “Conservation does not mean that the elements of plant food are to be retained in the soil at the expense of good crops,” declared Prof. Christie. Large and profitable crops must be produced on every acre every year in Order that the farmers and people of the city may live. “Just how these maximum crops can be raised at H profit year after; year is the problem. Most every fer-' tile soil will produce good crops for a number of years, even if no attention is given to soil management But the problem of raising crops for the next five or ten years is a small one compared with that of producing these large crops every year, and at the same time manage the soil so that 25 or 50 years from now this land will still be capable of producing as large, if not- larger, crops than it does at the present time.” Tile Drainage a Factor. Tile drainage, says Professor Christie, has been found to be of immense value in securing better soil conditions. A wet cold soil will not produce the best crops. Tile drainage possesses the following advantages: 1. Removes the free water from the solL 2.. Makes It possible for the air to circulate more freely through the soil, thus warming the soil and aiding tn the development of desirable soil processes. 3. Lowers the water level and Increases the feeding area for plant roots. 4. Makes it possible for water from rains and snows to pass down through the soil rather than over the surface, and thus reduces soil washing or erosion. 5. Tile drainage also results tn large crops. The soils and crops department of Purdue University Experiment Station have conducted experiments comparing yields of tiled and untiled lands, showing an average yield of 78.1 bushels per acre (of corn) on the tiled land and 61.8 bushels per acre on the untiled land. Rotation Cropping Desirable. The growth of one crop continuously on the same land is unprofitable. To secure the best results, declared Professor Christie, a systematic rotation, including a legume crop, should be employed. "The soli department of Purdue University has conducted

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horse has a good Aemory and a poor sense of reason. It is evident then, that he must never be allowed to indulge in any of the kommon equinevices such as halter pulling, balking, kicking, biting, running away, ete.. because if he succeeds once in doing: any one of these things he is very likely to try them again. On the other hand if he is handled firmly, yet gently, and conquered when any of the above vices are attempted he soon gives up trying. Furthermore, the colt should always be given to understand that the man handling him Is his master. Young foals should'be taught subordination at the very start and not allowed to become willful or head strong. Even before the time for haltering arrives the youngsters may be taught to stand over, have their feet raised, and in a general way to respond to the master’s wishes. Make training a gradual process at first and later it will corne as a matter ,of Rourke. Don't to teach too’ much at a time. The colt should understand the first lesson well before going to another. Handling Enhances Value. In all cases a liberal education that is begun early will increase the value of the colt for three reasons: 1. He is worth more; 2. The owner has a better opportunity to show the colt off to good advantage, presenting him with the best.(foot forward, as it were; and 3, The buyer has a much better chance to observe the colt's real merit.

experiments with different systems of crop rotation for a period of 20 yeara and has secured some valuable and interesting data. . “Fqr instance, while corn contin-< uously grown showed a yield of 33 bushels per acre, com grown in rotation, . containing cloven yielded 57 bushels per acre. Likewise, wheat grown continuously, produced a yield of 18.3 bushels per acre, against 22.9 bushels per acre when the crops V® r ® rotated containing clover.” More Legume Crops Needed. Professor Christie believes that farmers should grow legumes. They are valuable both as soil improvers and stock foods, finding an important place In the rations of most farm stock. They add nitrogen and organic matter to the soil, and experiments on the Purdue plats show. the soy beans and cow peas to be valuable as cover crops on wheat stubble land. Specifically, the average of a two-year test shows a presence of 7.6 tons per acre of green organic matter (tops only) i and 138.5 pounds per acre of nitrogen In the tops and roots. • , ' "The maintenance of organic matter and nitrogen in the soil is one-of the problems of the farmer,” added Professor Christie. “Clover should form part of the crop rotation, but if this crop falls, the soy beans and cow peas will prove valuable substitutes.*' Crop-Feeding on the Farm. ‘ . The speaker commended the idea of feeding of crops to live stock on the farm and returning the manure to the land. By this method, he said, a great step is taken towards the maintenance of fertility. Manure not only returns plant food, but it carries large amounts of organic matter, which assists in keeping the soil in good physical condition. Supporting this statement, Professor' Christie told of recent experiments by the soils and crops department of Purdue, showing that in Scott county a substantial Increase was shown In fa vor of manured land, wheat evidencing an increase of 9.1 bushels per acre, corn 11.6 bushels per acre and clover 1,903 pounds per acrei In closing, Professor Christie called attention to the fact that barnyard manure is not a balanced fertiliser, and that minerals should be pu/ chased, therefore, to supplement it The address was one of the most Interesting of the evening session, and, besides carrying to the congress some new ideas of conservation, gave to them a clear vision of the importance of the scientific research work being carried on at Purdue for the betterment of the Indiana farmer. Successful demonstration mastings have been held by the horticultural department of Purdue during October. This work is under the supervision of the department of .agricultural extension and Is being carried on by M. W.i Richards and H. A. Read of the horticultural department