Indianapolis Times, Volume 40, Number 148, Indianapolis, Marion County, 10 November 1928 — Page 11

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CONCERNING THE ALTION AND CHARACTERS __ CILA LATHAM becomes the bride ot HERBERT WARE, but the uioture of an old sweetheart. CAPTAIN JACK FARQCAHAR, lurks in her mind. She confides her plight to her best friend. DOROTHY CAINE an artists. A mysterious letter awaits Lila at Dorothy’s studio, and it brings back memories o' the war to her. On relurnna irom her honeymoon, he is told that a communication from the War Department is awaiting her. In a flash, she is back in the past Memories of her first meeting with Captain Farquahar. when she was doing tvar work, come to her. She sees again the scene in a little French inn—a dinner to celebrate her. marriage on the morrow to Jack—then orders, that very night, sending his regiment to the front at once. There is no wedding, but, before Jack’s brother officers. Lila promises him that she will wait foi him—that they will be married when he returns, ho matter w(kt time intervenes. Jack leaves and, three days later, is reported missing. But he is not officially reported dead until five years latter. It is only then that Lila feels terself free to marry Herbert. The letter from the War Department tells her that Jack’s insurance is to be paid to her as his fiancee. Eater, Herbert sees Lila being interyiev/ed by a man who has called in regard to the insurance. She tells him the man is a suitor of Dorothy’s and that •he 'ls urging him to cease his unwelcome attentions. Herbert’s unsympathetic attitude—for he la jealous of Lila’s friendship with Dorothy—almost causes a quarrel. To make amends, he buys her a bracelet and puts it in her jewel-case, as a surprise. There .he sees a ring—a diamond circlet that looks like a wed-ding-ring. He asks for an explanation, and she VARNEY r * nR I>elonß ® a * riend - MRS. She explains further that Mrs. Varney gave her the ring, against her protests, as security for a bridge debt. Herbert believes her story. After tins lull, the sight of a certain man In a shop throws Lila into a panic. He is GILROY HOLMES, an army officer whom she knew in France, and • witness to her pledge to Jack. Lila’s next move, since Jack's war insurance has been paid to her, Is to give it to a fund for disabled veterans. Although she makes the gift an anonymous one. a. woman in the office of the organization reveals her identity. Herbert, meanwhile, meets Mrs. Varney in a restaurant and the talk turns to jewelry. She tells him she loves rings—except wedding rings. They are a badge of servitude. Herbert furious at Lila, rushes hom to demand an explanation. Dorothy, who is with Lila when he arrives, tells him the ring is Mrs. Varney’s, that it was given her by a French nobleman to whom she was engaged. In compliance with her family's wishes, the engagement was broken. Some time later, Mrs. Varney’s husband innocently reveals to Herbert the fact that his wife has never been abroad. Lila manages an explanation of this, •nly to have anew crisis loom. Herbert learns of her generous gift to the fund for disabled war veterans. She says she was merely the agent for her uncle, who wanted to honor the memory of a soldier son. And then Dorothy telephones that a cable has just arrived from Jack Farquahar. He is alive and well and on his way home. Lila faints. CHAPTER XXII The Very Narrow Squeak ■fT'OLLOWING the cable announcing the imminent arrival of Jaci; Farquarhar, Lila wanted nothing so much as to stay in bed, away from everything, to think, out some solu - tion to her problem. . But she didn’t dare take refuge m her momentary indisposition; it was too dangerous to seek security and allow Heaven-know-what to break under Herbert’s nose, without her resourceful presence there to contrive some distraction. So she dragged herself through her round of social duties, thankful, in a way, that they kept her from too much miserable introspection and recrimination. When May Varney called up and asked the Wares to dinner, Lila accepted, though May explained: ‘Tt’s just a small, informal party for a few friends, so, if anything special turns up later, don’t hesitate to break the date. I shan’t be a bit offended.” Lila and Herbert were the last guests to arrive, a fact that greatly perturbed Herbert, especially since Lila’s taridness was due to an afternoon session with Dorothy. The truth was that Lila had spent three hours in an effort to persuade Dorothy to meet Jack Farquahar at the pier. Dorothy, for once, was adamant: smiling, sweet, but firm. As Lila and Herbert passed through the Varney’s hall on their way upstairs, Lila caught a glimpse of a group in the drawing room. A good-looking young man was bending over May Varney’s hand.

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“Stunning, eh, what?” And Cherry, in her new transparent velvet, pirouetted on a saucy heel before Alan Beardsley, a,t the entrance to the tearoom of the Randolph hotel. “Rather!” The handsome, dis-tinguished-looking man replied in kind. “I’m so giad you could join ■Us, Mrs. Hathaway. I’m afraid Cherry is getting a bit fed up on ‘my anecdotes.” “Pishing!” Cherry gibed, as the three made their way to a window table, in the wake of a headwaiter. “He's always making cracks about being old, so I’ll assure him that he’s an adolescent in knickers,” She laughted. “But really, Faith " when they were seated erudite that I'm a positive highbrow. I know all about ‘stream-of-con-sciousness’ writing, why Cabell’s darling romances prove he’s a pornographic esthete, and why Hoover is bound to win in the ..presidential. “I even know all about Wall Street, and buying on margins, and vcall money, and —oh, skads of things than this ‘old man’ of 39 has .'taught me.” Faith silently wondered, as she saw Alan Beardsley’s fine eyes ‘ fixed adoringly upon Cherry, just " what else this fascinating man had taught her too-impressionable lit- * tie sister. -■ “Cinnamon toast, orange pekoes ’tea,” Faith ordered, as the waiter bent over her “Remember, darling, this gent is a plutocrat,” Cherry cried. “I’m having crumpets, blueberries with plotted Devonshire cream, and jasmine tea. Thank heaven, I hever have to worry about reduc4ng.” Alan Beardsley missed the malice of that and smiled at her with

His face was toward Lila, but he did ' not see her. Lila gave a gasp and hastened up the stairs Her knees were unsteady. Herbert asked solicitously: ‘What is it, dearest? Do you feel faint again?” ‘ tt tt tt lILA’S thoughts were in chaos, v but she grasped at the straw he offered. “I—l’d like to lie down a bit. Do you think May would mind:” Herbert stared at her anxiously. She did look pale. “Have the maid fix you comfortably. I’ll tell Mrs. Varney; I’m sure she’ll understand. Lila sank on a divan in May Varney’s luxurious dresing room and stared, with frightened eyes, at her own reflection in the miror. “What am I going to do?” she wondered. “I daren't meet Gilroy Holmes face to face, especially since Jack is coming home and they’re sure to run across each other.” She thought desperately of running away, as she had done that day in Vanderpoel’s shop, but there was May Varney to consider. And Herbert would be horrified. She heard light footsteps on the stairs and hastily lay down on the divan and closed her eyes. May Varney hurried into the room. “You poor child Herbert tells me you’re all but fainting. Can I do something?” Lila opened one eye and regarded Mrs. Varney speculatively. “Would you mind awfully, May, if I didn’t come down to dinner? Would it upset your party?" “Not a bit,” May assured her. “I told you it was an informal affairjust a few friends. But you’ll be hungry; don’t you think you’ll feel like coming down, after I send you a cocktail and some hot bouillon?” Lila considered. It was obvious that a mere moment of faintness wouldn’t account- for her absence from the dinner. And she simply had to be absent. a a tt SHE resolved to trust May. "I—listen. May, the truth is that I’m not a bit faint, really. But there’s a man downstairs whom I don’t want to meet.” May stared. “But there’s only the Don Ste warts and the Granges—you're the best of friends.” “There’s one other,” said Lila hollowly. “You mean—Mr. Holmes, the new man with Herbert and Jack?” Lila nodded. “I—knew him in France.” “Oh!” May winked knowingly. “So that’s it? I say, what rotten luck to have your own husband give him a job!” “Isn’t it!” murmured Lila bitterly. “Anyway, I—l’d rather not see him. Do you mind my bolting?” “Certainly not. But how will I explain it?” “Wait till I’ve gone,” said Lila, “and then tell Herbert and say that I didn’t want to spoil the party oy being ill.” May chuckled. “It must be thrilling to have an CAPTURE PROWLER Woman Cornets Negro, He Runs, Caught Later On. A Negro youth jumped from the roof of the home of Mrs. George Hess, 1123 North Arsenal avenue, in an attempt to escape today after Mrs. Hess had cornered him In her home. Two passersby, however, gave chase and captured him. He gave his name as Francis Watkins, living at Talbott avenue and Arch street. He said he is 14. She found the youth in her home after she had heard the front door bell ring and had failed to answer it, Mrs. Hess said.

the indulgence of a proud possessor. “Toasted English muffin and orange pekoe tea for me. . . . And oh. yes, some Shepherd’s cigarets. ... Well, girls, I’m the most to-be-envied man in the room. Two beautiful girls for tea. Dancing here, I believe?” Faith stepped in determinedly. “How long are you going to be in town, Mr. Beardsley?” The two exchanged a long, level look before the experienced man-of-the-world said courteously: “I really cau”t say, Mrs. Hathaway. I expected to be in Stanton only a week or so, but my business here is holding me fast for an indefinite period.” Faith wanted to cry out at him: “And that business is Cherry! Why don’t you go away and leave her alone? She was so happy with Nils!” But she said nothing, though her eyes held his steadily, until they dropped, the waiter’s bringing the tea things being his excuse. In spite of herself Faith was charmed with him, as she had been charmed before. His cultivated voice, interrupted occasionally by Cherry’s delighted gibes, flowed pleasantly on until the dance music started. She refused his gallant offer to lead her to the floor before he allowed himself the pleasure of holding Cherry in his arms, and watched the, two, dark foreboding in her heart and eyes. “Darling, I know you are dying to get home to Robin,” Cherry suggested, breathlessly, as she slipped into her chair again. “Isn’t Alan a divine dancer? . . . There’s really no need' of you torturing yourself, honey. Alan and I are just going to kill time until Nils joins us for dinner and a show.” (To Be Continued)

European past! Fancy its pursuing you like this!” Lila thought resentfully: "If she only knew the truth!’ With May’s help, she slipped out through the tradesmen’s entrance, while May kept the servants out oi the way. At the corner she found a taxi and was driven home. Fifteen minutes later, when Heibert called up, Lila’s maid told him that madame had gone to bed. She had. She lay staring into the darkness, awaiting Herberts return and wondering what new misadventure was to befall her. On the morrow Jack Farqualiars boat would dock. (To Be Continued) Ci pyright 1927. Metropolitan Newspaper Service. New York.

How Bright Is Your Baby?

How does your 2-year-old compare with the average child? Underscore Yes when he succeed:: and No when he fails. 1 Then compare what he does with the key at the end of the page.' 1. Hold your arms over your head. Can baby do it after you? ' Yes No 2. Tell him to show you the baby in his picture book, or the doggie, or the kitty. Can he do it? Yes No 3. Does he imitate the older children at play? Yes No 4. Say “Bring me the ball.” Will he do it? Yes No 5. If he sees his blocks on the floor, can he walk directly over to them? Yes No 6. Draw a circle (make the outline clear and black). Will he try to draw one like it? Yes No 7. Give him a pifece of candy (molasses kisses are good) wrapped in paper. Make sure he knows that there is candy inside the paper. Will he try to take off the paper before putting the candy in his mouth? Yes No 8. Does baby blush? Yes No 9. Does he "get into everything?” Yes No 10. Does he have a sense of ownership? Yes No 11. Draw a chair (using three lines). Does the baby recognize it for a chair? Yes No 12. Can he tell you his last name? Yes No 13. Show him an interesting picture. Say: "Tell me what you see?” Does he name at least three objects? Yes No 14. Can he point to his nose when you say: “Show me your nose?” Yes No 15. Does he use sentences like "What is that?” Yes No

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Yes: 1,2, 3, 4. 5,6, 7, 10. 11, 15. No. 8. Many children blush when they are 2 years old. Idiots and young infants do not blush. No. 9. It is a nuisance to have baby into everything but that is the way he learns. The baby who shows no curiosity is apt to be subnormal No. 12, 13, 14. The average baby does not succeed in these until he is 3. Next we will see how baby plays. (Copyright, 1928, Science Service, Inc.) GUT POWER RATES New Schedules for 10 Cities Are Approved. New schedules for reduced electric rates, which involve both light and power, were approved by the public service commission today for ten Indiana towns served by the General Utilities Company. Towns effected are Palmyia, Greenville, Galena, Crandall, Ramsey, Depauw, Marengo, Leavenworth, English and Pekin. Approval was given an Indian-apolis-Louisville freight truck line to be operated by the Denny Motor Transfer Company, New Albany. Hiram A. Mann, owner of the Eagle Bus line, was permitted to sell his operating permit from Greensburg to the Ohio state line near Lawrenceville, to H. J. Grandill and S. J. Marx. Petition of the Southern Indian:’ Telephone and Telegraph company, of Goodrich utility, to operate to.’ lines from Huntingburg to Holland and from Cuzeo to Dubois was turned down. Objection was ma-le by the Holland Telephone company now serving this district. Approval was given a contract ot the T. H., I. & E., to buy surplus power of the Richmond Municipal Light company, owned by the cit” of Richmond. One hundred citizens of Royal Center filed petition for lower electric rates from the Northern In - diana Power company, and Insull utility. They allege discrimination in comparison with other towns served. Given R. O. T. C. Captaincy Un United I'rcsx BREMEN. Ind., Nov. 10.—Carl M. Sauer, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Sauer of this city, has been named a cadet captain in the Reserve Officers Training Corps of Purdue university. He is a senior in the school of electrical engineering. When Sauer is graduated next June he will be commissioned a second lieutenant in the United States Army Reserve Corps. Franklin Prexy Writes Book Hit Timm S'licnitil FRANKLIN, Ind., Nov. 10.—A book entitled “Public School Finance” by President Rainey of Franklin college will be off the press in January or February.

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