Jasper County Democrat, Volume 6, Number 40, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 9 January 1904 — Page 6

ALL FOR A TITLE; or THE BANKER’S WARD.

By ALBERT H. MODRICKER,

“John Q. Keiffer ft C 0.,” “ Won By Strategy,” “ The Tramp’s Stroke,” “No. 2,001,” Etc. Coprrieht. 1903. Bjr CatCAQO Nawsrsr** Umon.

CHAPTER XV. —(Continued.) j Encouraged by the doctor'* noble and | polite behavior, Beatrice accepted hie kind offer. In fact, at that moment ehe was unable to pay for hi* service*, as the money which she had brought’ with her had become exhausted long ago. “At present I accept your kind offer thankfully; but I ought to tell you a little secret —I am betrothed, and although I cannot cancel my debt ju*t now, iny future husband will gladly take upon himself this obligation.” Paul turned hi* face towards the window to conceal his disappointment. He had already pictured the hope of a happy domestic existence with her at his side; hut now it was suddenly shattered by Beatrice, though unintentionally. Bravely be battled against hie bitter fate, but resolved to render her the same assistance as heretofore. “Quite right, Miss Trevor. However, ■a long ns your betrothed is not here, you must confer this oflice upon me. We have become slightly acquainted,” he «dded, “and I hope you will not regard ma aa a rt ranger.” “No,” she answered. “That would not *nly be very unkind, but,unjust.” “Thank you! Will you please tell me how I can serve you?” “You would confer a great favor by suggesting some employment for me,” sha answered earnestly. “What! do you wish to seek work? Your nature is very little qualified to some in contact with the rough world.” “At present I may appear disqualified for wdrk; but you will be surprised when you nee me fully restored.” “I ardently wish your early convalescence, dear lady,” he said, adding: "Doe* your affianced know of this—that you are here?” Bitter tears came to her eyes. “Not yet,” she lamented, “but I hope he will know very soon. I received some ▼ery discouraging news to-day. I sent « letter to him, but he has not received It” “Well, he may come in person. I would lik • to see you happy.” “We a.-t not permitted to marry because I am not of age,” ehe said, confidentially. “Perhaps I had better apeak frankly. Please listen. We must wait thre# yet,r* before I can marry, and, until that time, I must earn my own livelihood. I have a guardian, but I wish to forget h!s very existence," she urged vehemently. “What would I not undergo in order to b* of any service to you? Poor lady, yon have chosen a hard lot, but do not forget that after rain comes sunshine. Your situation will be bettered, and happy is ha who can procure for you a joyful existence.” “Yost we will be happy together. You will he Lis friend, and he will be thankful to you for your kinduess. And how Is It with my prospect of getting work? Oan ypu not possibly suggest something?” “I will take It Into earnest consideration. Have you attained any experience —* talent —In any particular line—art. Miss Trevor?” “I am a fair pianist and can sing." "Perhaps you would like to assist in musical entertainments?” "Mr. Debano, I believe I could hardly Utter one note, embarrassed as I am; besides, some one may recognize me by my wnLnn. “ TWCB* “Then nothing remains but to work at home,” he said, laughingly. “Surely you pomeos a skilled band at embroidering, or, perhaps, can paint?” “Yes, yea," She quickly assured. "Well, as soon as your health permits, I will get you some orders,” and he resolved to give a few himself. “Rsally, really, can it be arranged?” ■he asked, almost In childish glee at the audden change In her hopes. “I must •arnestly otrive to take care of myself end get enough together to pay my debts.” “Would you please accept a little loan In advance for some of the work I want done for myself?” inquired Paul, blushing like a school boy. “No, no, dear doctor; borrowing dims fho purity of friendship. First I will Cmy hand at painting—you still promto get the orders?” “I will fulfill my promise* to-morrow,” ha replied, adding: “But where are the aervauta?” “Oh, that Is another secret,” die asserted, mirthfully. “Jufla and Kenneth intend to merry In a few days and me making the necessary preparations.” “Ah! I had missed them. Well, well «—a very nice young man. I will present him with a watch as a wedding gift, so that he can keep go<fl track of the minutes while away from your aide." Thus speaking, he withdrew from the plain but cleanly kept room.

CHAPTER XVI. The ground was covered with mow, and when the eon shone again through the gray clouds, treee and shrubs sent forth myriads of glittering crystalline sparks. Once more the golden rays tried to banish the slow perishing process of as tore; but the dark manes in the sky dimmed the sun and white flakes again commenced to cover the foliage. It was Christmas. The bells sent out their metallic tones far into the country fat accord with the Joyful voices of the merry lads and lasses of the village. Victor did not envy their merriment, though his heavy laden heart could not partidpats In their happy songs. Reminiscences began to emerge before Us ssind. Alas! bow often had ha enjoyed Christmas by the aide of the girl whom he loved so unspeakably. It was • dream. All the blissfulness of s reciprocal love had vanished—alone with his eonemnlng thoughts, be entered upon the beautiful sacred Christmas; not one word efoMees ceetdjie hear frembw-Mpo-SimS sf'tovn With a heavy sigh, ha

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rose and made his toilet; then a low knock was heard and his dear old mother’s face appeared at the door. “My dear son, I want to be the first to congratulate you upon leaving your bed. Merry Christmas, Victor,” she added in a seemingly happy voice, but through tear bedimmed eyes. “Mother, my happiness la gone. Christmas doea not possess any cheerfulness for me any more,” he made answer, qnlte despondent. “Nobody can fill the aching void in my heart; not even tine most pure and angelic being on earth. I loved Beatrice to the utmost —I love her yet—always!” “Your sorrow is yet too recent. Time will change your heart, I hope,” she responded warmly. “If it should. It would require a great deal of time at least —perhaps never. I will go to work as soon aa I am able, which will help me to forget, perhaps. The world is large and I hope there is still n place left in it for me, though I am branded a thief. But now let us go; the bell has already rung for breakfast.” Mrs. Raymond conducted her son, for the first time in many weeks, to the table.

“Well, well,” exclaimed Count Edmund, joyfully. “Allow me to congratulate yon upon your recovery.” "Thanks! It is high time," replied Victor. “Besides, I have greatly impeded on your hospitality, and ought to come to a definite conclusion.” At these words Edith’s fnce turned pale, which was only perceived by Victor’s mother, who entertained a faint hope for the girl. “Do not be in too great haste,” interposed the old host, cheerily. “Why do you wish to leave In such a hurry? We are all very well pleased at being able to enjoy your company.” "Your kindness, dear count, makes me feel wretched. And is it not better to banish my gloomy thoughts by labor? What is your opinion, Miss Edith?” “I would propose that you try your strength by a walk to the church before I reply. The sky is clear, the distance Is not very great-and you can en*joy a little fresh air.” Accordingly, after breakfast, they were noon on their w>ay to the chapel. Never before had a sermon made such a deep impression upon Edith, while that morning's walk was destined to be indelibly stamped upon her memory like an illuminating morning star. And Victor? Was he also conscious of the sweat momenta? or did he think of another girl, who, he fancied, bowed her head in the hymn book in that pew yonder in the old church at Easton, or did he attentively follow the mininter’s words? Gertrude Stratmore was the eldest daughter of the count. She possessed gracious manners, a noble attitude, and a singularly fine form. The merry smile which played around her mouth on that Christmas morning was increased aa she noticed a light carriage ntop at the gate of the caatle and a young man of some thirty yeans alight. At his entrance her face flushed and her hand was longer retained than common courtesy demanded. “Welcome to Stratmore Castle!” exclaimed the counteea, extending her hand to the arrival, adding: “I see you did not fear the long distance.” “Oh, no. My mind was occupied by the thought* of your kindness, which, consequently, saved me from monotony,” he rejoined gallantly, and Nilssen’s look glided upon Gertrude’* beaming face. “Aa the morning is charming the young ladies should enjoy a stroll." r Gertrude and Constance gladly consented, and by mutual agreement the party followed a road which led past Dr. Ralston’s residence. The doctor took the place of his brother, Col. Ralston, and accompanied Baron Nilssen and the two ladies. "Now I will have my quiet wlnh fulfilled, Constance," said the doctor, his voice as happy as his face. “I never could have enjoyed Christmas without being in your presence.” "Console yourself, Anton,” she said, softly. “Do I not love you, and is not that all sufficient?” “Yes, I realize It, and will not envy the baron any further," he assured, pressing her hand. “But look at our companions.” pointing to Gertrude and Nilssen; “they seem to understand one another. And how la our patient programing. I am Immensely interested in him; bis fate arouses my deepest interest.” “Finely. He is a noble man, and yet I wish ho had never entered our house. He la loved too ardently by one. Poor Edith, she perceives the misfortune her heart endures, and yet she does not possess the power to save herself.” “Gertrude, a happy star, or, I might better say, your mother’s kindly Invitation, has brought us together to-day,” Baron Nilssen explained to the girl by his aide, bowing and taking her hand. “For a long time I have been wishing for a proper opportunity to converse with yon alone. Oan yon suffer my presence, dear Gertrude?” She shyly averted her face. “Dear Gertrude,” he continued, “I am so lonesome at Oakdale. Certainly I have many friend* and receive numerous invitations, but company doe* not have any attractions for me unless I can have it in my own home. I am longing for domestic life, of which I have been deprived since my father’s demise. Gertruds! corns to me; you will bring light and sunshine Into my deserted home. Will yon occupy H aa my wife?" Although the did not say a word, her features were so happy that he felt greatly encouraged. “Dear Oertnsde, may I regard year silane* as an equivalent to a ‘YaaF Oh, Gertrude, only please aay a low ’Yes’ and I will be satisfied.” “Yaa, I love you,” ah* oakl ahyly. “I lor* yen, Mr. Nilssen, and I am happy.”

“Then yon moat begin by addressing me as Lawrence, not Mr. Nilssen.” “Very well. Lawrence sounds much nicer.” I “That’s right, sweetheart.” Neither Count Edmund Stratmore nor Baron Nilssen found it convenient to postpone the wedding for a length of time, and it was scheduled to take place early in the spring. CHAPTER XVII. Whilst Raymond, though sick at heart, was permitted to spend Christmas surrounded by parents, friends, wealth and luxury, Beatrice passed the day lonesome and in gbject poverty, almost. Kenneth and Julia had married. They hath routed three rooms and had reserved, the best one for Beatrice, which they divided into two compartment* by meant of a curtain. The front part was to serve Beatrice as a parlor, the other as sleeping room. Julia being greatly attached to her former mistress, dispensed wkh many of her ornaments in order to make the latter’* rooms as cheerful a# possible. As Kenneth had managed to secure a good position on the police force their situation was a little more secure and comfortable. On the day following their marriage the young couple conducted Beatrice to thpir new abode. Beatrice’s eyes glided to the cheerful fire burning in the hearth, then to the curtains, the carpet and the rug before the sofa. Although the furnishings were not aa elegant or rich as those she had been accustomed to in Marsden’s house, every effort had been made to render the rooms as cheerful and comfortable as their limited means permitted. Here it waa that Beatrice passed Christmas, and it was with a grateful smile that she looked upon her faithful Julia. "How do you like our idea of dividing the room?” asked Julia, expectantly. “We thought that yon would like to have a room at your own disposal, although your presence will always be welcome in our own. You can work and do your writing tft the little table there by the window, and we hope you will not feel too discouraged while you wait for Mr. Raymond to escort you to his home aa his wife.” A low sob burst from Beatrice. “Julia,” she began, “I am very thankful but unhappy, and if I do not receive some tidings from Mr. Raymond very soon, I shall feel it my duty to depart for Easton myself.” “I could never consent, dear lady.” “Nevu*theless, I have resolved to go —I muit do so. Of course I must first earn enough rnqney to defray the traveling expenses, then I shall depart and endeavor to solve this mysterious silence.” “Please consider the danger. Miss Alberson,” admonished Julia. “Marsden might see and recognize you.” “I will travel at night, and, arriving there, go direct to Gen. Raymond, fromwham I expect to receive a hearty welcome,” and her face brightened visibly, at the thought of the chance of meeting Victor again. “Yea, but, first of all, you must be there —and to travel alone! I can hardly bear the idea. Suppose you should be recognised?” “That would be terrible, indeed, but then this suspense and anxiety is also dreadful. I will try to disguise myself —at least put on a heavy veil, and then nobody can recognize me. Are you satisfied now, JuHa?” “No, not quite. Miss Alberson. I will only /eel relieved when you have safely returned. However, let us first consult Kenneth. By . the way, have you anj. relative* there save Mr. Marsden?” “What do you mean, Julia? Even if I had, how could that concern Mr. Lath rap?” “I don’t know, but he claims to have seen a lady who bore a remarkable resemblance to you. He could not ascertain who it was. She was escorted from the Hotel De Monde.by an old gentleman. Later he met her again, this time coming from St. Paul’s Cathedral, and he swears he saw Count. Bozell at her side.” “Count Bozell!” exclaimed the girl, terrified. “Oh, if he is in not safe a moment. No, no; he must have been mistaken.” "He will not admit that he is mistaken. He would have taken the girl for you, Miss Alberson, wer* he not aware you were at home.” (To be continued.!

SOMETHING NEW IN BATHS.

Use of Pepper Recommended te Pro* mote Perspiration. Salt baths are common, but a pepper bath Is something new to most people, says the Los Angeles Times. Such a bath is recommended to patients of the Los Angeles Institute of Suggestive Therapeutics as a healthful stimulant and to promote perspiration. It la simple and can be taken by any one at home. Here are the directions, aa furnished the Times by Dr. F. W. Rayburn: “We, in our practice, lay much stress upon keeping all the avenues of elimination in perfect working order. In order that the skin may do Its full share, the pores must be kept open and free from all effete matter. Now, the ordinary scrub does not do this; one must perspire freely. Many of my patients object, and for many and various reasons, but I have found that they unanimously agree as to Its efficacy after a few trials. It stimulates and helps to equalize the circulation, also. “Upon retiring, fill your tub with water aa hot aa can comfortably be borne; after the waiter has been turned off put in a teacupful of sea salt and a tablespoonful of cayenne pepper. Fold a coM wet towel about the forehead and remain In the tnb about ten minutes. After getting Into bed drink a glassful of lemonade, hot or cold, as preferred. In the morning you will fully realise the need of your morning scrub, followed by a cold sponge, In which you have dissolved sea salt After a brisk rob with a rough towel, you will feel new life, vitality and vigor tingling through every vein ami artery. I know whereof I speak; I take It twice a week myself; oft oner would not be advisable.” Good humor la one of the best articles of dress on* can wear In society. —Thackeray.

POLITICS OF THE DAY

"A Compensating Wasre.” Several Democratic Congressmen have taken Congressman Hepburn of lowa to task for his reckless and unfounded assertions that—- “ There is labor in every part of the country for every man who wants a place to work and there Is a compensating wage for every man who will perform a day’s vgork.” But no other Congressman has made Mr. Hepburn and his statements appear quite as ridiculous —to use mild terms—as did Congressman Baker of Brooklyn In his maiden speech in Congress. The following is a part of the eolumn report of Mr, Baker’s Bpeech as it appeared in the New York Times: "Is there any man, even upon the Republican side,” he asked, “who ns we see growing up gigantic fortunes almost beyond calculation, and in our great cities hundreds of thousands of Individuals who scarcely know where their breakfast is coming from in the morning, will pretend that these hundreds of thousands of individuals who have none of the wealth of the world have received compensating wages for their toil? “Compensating wages, we are told, exist for every man who desires to work, and yet the evidence was brought out before the coal strike commission that under the system of slavery that existed in the anthracite coal regions of Pennsylvania persons have worked for fourteen years and never received one solitary penny for wages. “Cardinal Gibbons says of the persons employed in the clothing industry in P>nltimore, They are living on starving wages. The result Is that In a few years they become Incapacitated for work. When they become Incapacitated for work where are they going to receive t-he compensating wages that are to support them? “This condition Is not unique. Right In my own city of New York, for near; ly two years men have come to my door almost every day to nsk me for what little influence I have to get them a job in the city parks. That pays $2 a day, but a foreman in that department tells me that on an average the men only work four days a week. “These men are begging for an opportunity to earn $8 a week In the great city of New York, where rents are so high, where prices have been increased in this period of prosperity, where trusts have been able to squeeze labor down and raise priees up. “The cost of living has gone up 87 per cent during this period of so-called prosperous times, and at the best wages have not gone up more than 10 per cent. A compensating wage! Is It a compensating wage that gives to the toller one-fourth of the Increase and makes him pay the whole Increased cost of his commodities? “In the great State of lowa (Hepburn’s State), where we are told every man has his bank account,” he continued, “the farm laborers do not receive In wages as much as the mileage that is paid to the gentleman from lowa to come to Congress. “A gentleman who at the time of the great labor trouble at Homestead was very careful to remain secluded at Sklbo Castle; who was very careful not to respond to cablegrams sent him asking him to use his Influence to see that the struggle should be ended —Andrew Carnegie—has a great deal to say about the ‘beneficent system’ instituted by the United States Steel Corporation, which Is called their ‘bonus’ ’for their employes. “Says Andrew Carnegie: ‘ln the bonus granted to employes we have proof of regard for them which cannot but tell, and the distribution of shares in the concern has an advantage which so far even no partnership has enjoyed.’ “Yes; never before in any large way, on any large scale, has an industrial corporation been jible to foist upon Its workmen stock at 82% which sells today In New York at 52%.” Foolish Opportunism. There come significant Intimation that Congress Is determined upon a course of wholesale unseating of Democratic Representatives; the Intention doubtless being crystallized by Democratic opposition to current administration policies. Among others, two contested election cases from South Carolina ‘will, It Is communicated, be made the basis for ousting Democrats and seating their negro opponents, though the figures in each case gave the Incumbent about four thousand votes against his opponent’s less than two hundred. The allegation attributed to the Committee on Elections is that these results were entirely due to the disfranchisement of negroes. As the Atlanta Constitution phrases It, “the policy Is to turn out any Democrat whose election Is contested bn the plea of the unlawful elimination of negro voters.” And this Is to be done “without regard to whether the suffrage laws of the States are constitutional and valid, or as to-whether the negroes coold have qualified under any sort of law In sufficient numbers to overcome the white voters who would have turned out bad the electoral contest been hot and doubtfuL” Congress has shown Itself to be full of expedients during the psst year. But for the land-wide protest aroused last January It would have foisted a force

bill upon us, giving Federal epurts original jurisdiction over violations of State election laws; no more violent distortion of constitutional power has been attempted in years. At the last congressional election the Republicans, instead of realizing their boastful prediction of an overwhelming and decisive victory, were cut down to a bare control In the House; and the exceeding difficulties* of maintaining that control have been poignantly exemplified. The Republican party has been in a position where 1t was compelled to assume undivided responsibility for the ( administration’s acts, yet has been without the power of Itself to give effect to those acts. In this exigency It has laid hold of every shameless expedient that occasion offered. Whether it has the unprincipled audacity to pursue base opportunism to the bitter end remains to be seen. Judged by past conduct, It Is organized for anything and will stop short of no abuses to gain a broader margin of majority. —St. Louis Republic. American Goods In South Africa, The Iron Age contains, information as to manufactured goods sold in South Africa and the countries from which they are exported. In many liqes American goods outsell those from every other country. This appears to be true of brooms and brashes, cycles, carriages, clocks and watches, furniture, lamps, weights aud scales, builders’ hardware, tools and Implements, fencing wire, wire nails, pipes and tubes, stoves, hand pumps, horse shoes, steel ropes, paints and colors, etc. 1 Of course none of these articles ore sold for export at the high price at which they are sold In the United States. Usually the United States price is about 50 per cent higher than the export price, but in many lines of goods the American price Is double the export price. This- is true of clocks and watches, steel rope and of some kinds of hardware and tools. In regard to wire nails the Iron Age says: “Of the total importations about 50 per cent come from the United States, 25 per cent from Belgium and Germany and 25 per cent from Great Britain. Belgium and Germany beat Great Britain In price, and the United States beats all three. Even with equal freights American wire is 10 shillings per ton cheaper than British.” In speaking of shovels the Iron Age says: “Shovels are divided between Great Britain, America and Germany, Great Britain's share predominating. The American round end D-handled shovel still sells, owing to its superior finish and low prices. It costs 1 shilling 6 pence in New York and can be sold wholesale in Johannesburg at 3 shillings 3 pence.” Looking up the prices of shovels in the Iron Age, we find that the Association list of Nov. 15, 1902, Is still quoted and that the discount Is 40 per cent. This list price appears in the Iron Age of Nov. 13, 1902. The only shovels there quoted that answer to the description of those sold in South Africa are made by the Wright Shovel Company and are listed at sl7 per dozen, for the smallest size. This would make the American price 90 cents each, as against 30% cents each for export. There is not a shovel of any description listed at less than $8 per dozen, or 40 cents each net. It Is, therefore, reasonably certain that our shovel trust Is selling shovels for export at half or less than half the prices charged at home. Trusts come high but, apparently, w« must have them or we would not put our tariff as high as possible and tb*n decide to “stand pat.” And the American farmers and workingmen say “amen” every election day to this program.—Byron W. Holt. Refuse to Publish Export Rates. To encourage export business and discourage American manufacturing industries that depend upon cheep raw materials, the railroads give specially low rates on steel and other heavy freight for export. The Interstate Commerce Commission Is holding hearings and Is attempting to have the railroads publish their export rates on all kinds of freight This they object to doing. It was brought out in one of these hearings that certain railroads will not accept freight from tramp steamers at the same rates as from regular lines with which they have agreements. This Is clearly discrimination in rates and Is illegal. This is only one phase of the export-price question.

“The Devil’s Leaf.”

At Timor, near the island of Java, a plant is found, the leaf of which being of a thorny nature possesses a fatal sting when penetrating the flesh. The victim, If not fatally poisoned, frequently suffers protracted Illness. The plant Is well called “devil’s leaf.”

Uncertainty.

“Then yon do hot deny that yon and she are to be married next month?" “How can I, old man, when I only know that I am determined not to marry.” They that govern the most make the least not—Belden. x

Climatic Cures. The influence of climatic concHtious in core of consumption Is very n.uch overdrawn. The poor patient, and tbe rich patient, too, can do n uch better at home by proper attention to food digestion, and a regular use of German Syrup. Free expectoration in the morning is made certain by German Syrup, so is a good night's rest and the absence of that weakening cough and debilitating night sweat. Restless nights and the exhaustion due to coughing, the greatest danger and dread of (he consumptive, can be.prevented or stopped by taking German Syrup liberally and regularly. Should you be able to go to a warmer dime, you will find that of the thousands of consumptives there, u few who are benefitted and regain strength are those who use German S) rup. Trial bottles, 86c; regular size, 75c, at Long's drug store. FIVE PER CENT MONEY On well improved farm lands in this and adjoining counties. We can loan on two to ten years time, with privelege of partial payments of SIOO or more pt any interets paying time. Money ready as soon as abstract is approved. Ler.st red tape. No publicity. Baughman & Williams, Attys. and Loan Agents, Rensselaer, Ind.

Sun Strobe Shattered My Nerves. Gave Up Preaching For Two Years. Dr. Miles* Nervine Put Me On Active List. Are you well? Do vou sleep well? Do you get up rested, fresn aud vigorous? Is your mind clear and active? If not read the following. See what another has suffered and how ne recovered. "Some years ago I was afflicted with sun stroke which left me with a shattered nervous system and exceedingly poor health. I suffered terribly with pain in my head, the top of my head would feel hot. I could uot study, and after striving for two rears to wear the trouble off, I was compelled to give up my pastoral labor and retire to my farm where I spent nearly two years trying to recuperate. It was ell of no avail. Physicians* treatment and patent medicines failed to relieve me. I was exceedingly nervous and irritable and sometimes would shake terribly. I could not bear any noise. At the least excitem int the blood would rush to my face and head. Two years ago I was induced to try Dr. Miles’ Restorative Nervine. After using one bottle I could see improvement in my condition so I continued taking it for nearly a year. I am happy to say I no longer have those pains in my head or nervous spells. My appetite is good and lam able to preach three times on Sunday without fatigue. I consider Dr. Miles’ Nervine the most wonderful medicine ever discovered.”—Rev. D. Alex. Holman, Pastor U. B. Church, Marion, Ind. All druggists sell and guarantee first bottle Dr. Miles’ Remedies, bend for free book un Nervous and Heart Diseases. Address Dr. Miles Medical Co» Elkhart. Ind. AUCTIONEER S. U. DOBBINS RENSSELAER • INDIANA Well posted on all classes of stock. An auctioneer of thirty years' experience. Knows how to handle a crowd in an up-to-date manner. Terms reasonable. Phone Nowels House at my expense for dates.

jTryforlleaKh I 222 South Peoria St M I Chicago, 111., Oct. 7, 1902. [ Eight months ago I was so ilt [ that 1 was compelled to lieor sit , down nearly aft the time. My I stomach was so weak and upset [ that I could keep nothing an it I and I vomited frequently. I could not urinate without great I pain and I coughed so much that I my throat ana lungs were raw I and sore. The doctors pro- | nounced it Bright’s disease and others said it was consumption. It mattered little to me what I they called it and I had no do- | sire to live. A sister visited me I from St. Lonls and asked me if ( I had ever tried Wine of Oardui. I I told her I had ju>t and she J bought a bottle. I believe that it saved my life. I believe many women could save much suffer- j | ing if they but knew of its value. Don't you want freedom from I pain? Take Wine of Cardoi and make one supreme effort to ] be well. You do not need to be I a weak, helpless sufferer. You j can have a woman's health and I do a woman's work in life. Why I |. not secure a bottle mi Win* of I 1 Cardui from your druggist to<uy? j