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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Times, 1908-03-26, Page 6TBE WIXCTVA I TIDIER, MAMCIT 26, 1908 The iflarathou 1 .,,/I Story of Manhattan By BURTON E. STEVENSON Author of "The Holladay Case" Copyrllht, 1904. by henry. Holt and Cornpan,y mananramennommeNkranconam We tools a calr uptown and 'stopped .at Riley's, and were presently en- *" sconce(' in a snug coruer where we could talk without danger of being •overheard, "I've found out a few ,things about Tremaine," began Godfrey as the 'Waiter hurried away with our order. '"Anti I about Thompson," I said. "You have?" and he looked at me in surprise. "How in the world did you do it?" His astonishment was distinctly com- plimentary, and I related with consid- erable gratification my conversation with the mate of the Parima. "Well," observed Godfrey when 1 had finished, "that was a bright idea of yours. That establishes the link be- tween the two men. Our St. Pierre -correspondent wires us that Tremaine arrived there some three years ago, presumably from South America. I3e bought a little plantation just outside the town and settled there. He seemed -to have plenty of money when he ar- rivecl, but he probably spent It all—on that girl C'eelly, perhaps—for before he sailed he borrowed 3,5'00 francs with his plantation as security." "Seven hundred clollarri — that wouldn't go far," I commented. "I3e hadn't enough to run him a month—and he's been here nearly twice that Iong. It's evident that he's an extravagant liver. He's been mov- ing in expensive company and has, of • course, been keeping up his end. Then, too, I don't doubt that he provided for Thompson—gave him enough money, anyway, to keep drunk on—that's the • 'only way to explain Thompson's tak- },ng an apartment like that. I should say that $1,500 would be a low esti- mate for the two mouths. Of course he had to get all his clothing new —Martinique clothing wouldn't do for March in New York." "All of which indicates," I said, "either that he had other resources or that he's received some money—$1,000 at least—since he's been dere." "Precisely—and I Incline to the latter theory. He's working some sort of tremendous bunko game. lie's playing for big stakes. IIe's not the man to play for little ones." "No," I assented, "he's not," and we fell silent while the waiter removed the dishes. We put on our coats and went out together. On the steps we paused. "There's one thing, Lester," he said— "keep a clear head; don't let that siren"- "No danger," I interrupted, and half ., unconsciously I touched a ring on my ' finger. Ile smiled as he saw the gesture. "Oh, yes; I'd forgotten about that. here is she now?" "In Florida—she and her mother. They're coming north next mouth." "Well," he said, "I'm glad you've got the ring; you'll need it this next week. I wish the chance was mine. Cecily, I'm sure, know a good many interest- ing things about Tremaine. Besides, I haven't got your high moral scruples. I believe In fighting fire with fire. However, do your best. I'll look you up as soon as I get back. Goodby." * * * * * * The next day was Saturday. Tre- maine was to leave in the afternoon -for his week's absence, and he came In before I left in the morning to say goodby. He seemed strangely elated and trttmlphant. His eyes were even brighter than usual; the color came and +went in his cheeks. I3e presented al together a most fascinating appear- ance. He lingered only a moment to shape hands and thank me again. Ata office I found awalting me a note the Godfrey, scribbled hastily in the station of the Pennsylvania read; Dear Lester -By the merest good luck I met Jack Drysdale just after I left iyou. 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One pill s dose,, 25 cents a box, at all dealers or Edman - son, Bates & Co., Toronto. Mrs. R. Morrow, Dracebrldge, Ont., writes: *For severalyears cors 1 :Was troubled with constipation and severe headaches. fir. Chase's Kidney.Liwat Pills heed me of those ailments and improved my health in it general way. 1 always recommend them " land. Tretpaine is to be a fittest ease: That is where he will spend the week, and It's evident he's going there with a purpose. I would gh'e worlds to be there, but Drysdale has promised to keep a journal of events—he's wining to do a good deal for me—and to wire me if anythtng un- usual happens, so 1 hope for the best. Re- member to keep your eyes open. QODF BE Y. It is principally from Drysdale's jour- nal that I have drawn the story of those eventful days. A CIHAPTER XII. LTHOUGH Richard Delroy was known among his more familiar associates as Dickie, he was not, as that dimin- utive might seem to indicate, merely a good fellow and man about town. It is true that his wealth was great 'and teat he had never settled down to that steady struggle for money which had marked his father's career and which many persons seem to think the only fitting employment for a man in his position. He had concluded, wisely, perhaps, that he had enough, and 'there- upon proceeded to an intelligent enjoy- ment of it. Ile had an office in the Wall street district, where he spent some hours daily in Interested contemplation of the world's markets and pregnant talks Their rcccpltms of him was somewhat icy. with Investors, promoters and beggars of various denominations. He had a fondness for books and art, finer and deeper than a mere mania for pur-, chasing rare editions and unique mas- terpieces. He was a member of the Citizens' Union and contributed freely- to reelyto every effort to suppress political graft and corruption, Ile was vice chairman of the University Settlement society and belonged to many other politico -evangelical organizations. Ile bad built two or three model tenements after that voyage of discovery among the slums of London, which had also resulted, as we have seen, in his meet- ing the woman who became his wife. It was to Richard Delroy that Tre- matne had atiplied for assistance in promoting the Martinique railroad. How he gained an introduction I do not know. Perhaps from some uncritical man in the street. But gain it he did, and he used the opportunity to good ad- vantage. I can easily imagine the per- fection of wizardry he brought to bear upon Delroy, the persuasive eloquence, the irresistible fascination. In the end he succeeded not only in persuading Delroy of the perfect feasibility of the scheme, but in gaining admission to Delroy's family., It bad been achieved. in this wise: They were discussing the railroad ell• terprise one afternoon, and finally the talk wandered to art and thea music. Delroy was delighted to find his com- panion a connoisseur of delicate per- ception and apparently wide experi- ence. ' "I suppose you've been attending the opera?" he inquired finally. "Oh, certainly; always when there Is something I care especially to hear." "De Reszke and Melba are on to, t nigh " "I intend to be there," said Tremaine instantly, no doubt guessing at what would follow. "Then come up to our box," said Delroy. "We'll be glad to have you." "I shall be very glad to come." The words were spoken evenly, quietly, without any indication of that deep burst of triumph which glowed within him; for it was a triumph—a veritable one—one for which many men and most women would Imre made any sacrifice. Ile controlled Item• self admirably, too, at the opera, and it was not luta the end of the second net that he sought the boX. IIe en- tered quietly, and the introductions were aeeompllshed in a moment. fie - sides Delroy and his wife, Miss Croy - 4UnnnS Drysdale were present. Their reception of him, it must be added, was :somewhat icy, but this he did not been to notice. it was not to be dented that he added greatly to the life of the party; its comment was so apt, so brilliant, so lliuminatlug, yet not In the least self assured. Drysdale fell under the spell at once, and even the women, who naturally looked somewhat askance at the Intruder—who, indeed, bad greeted hien with glances almost of repugnance —tu the end yielded to it. During a pause in the conversation Delroy's glauce happened to fall upon the superb necklace of /Pearls which encircled his wife's throat. "Why, see there, Edith," he cried, "how those pearls have changed, 'They seem absolutely lifeless." Mrs. Delroy picked up a strand with trembling fingers and looked at It. "So they do," she agreed, a little hoarsely. That's queer. They've changed since I put them qn." "Fortunately," said Tremaine suave- ly, "the defect Is one which is very easily remedied. A. few days' bath in salt water will restore their brilliancy. It might be worth asking some jeweler about. Mrs. Delroy's necklace is worth saving," and he examined It with the glance of a connoisseur. It invited examination, for it •was almost unique in its perfection. It bad been Delroy's one great extravagance. He had spent many years collectiug the stones, which were of a beautiful Iridescence and perfectly matched, and they had formed his wedding gift to his wife. The value of the separate stones was not less that $100,000; their value combined in the necklace could be only a matter of conjecture. "Yes," agreed Drysdale, with a little laugh, "It certainly is. You'd better take it down to Tiffany, Dickie." "I will," said Delroy. "And don't thick anything more about it, Edith" "I won't," she answered, still smil- ing, her eyes unnaturally bright. "But It's very close in here. I should like a glass of water." It appeared that the press of social duties and the 'trying spring weather were proving too much for Mrs. Del- roy's strength, which was never great, and which bad been especially taxed this season by the introduction of her sister to New York society. Even the comparative quiet of the Lenten sea- son failed to restore ber, and the re- sumption of the social whirl after Easter moved Delroy to protest. "You're going it too hard, Edith," be remarked. "You need a rest and a change of air; so do I, though perhaps I don't look It. Suppose we go down to Edgemere for a week or two." "Would you like to go?" she asked eagerly. "Thank you, dear. I do fd'el the need of it" "Then I'll wire at once to Thomas to get the house ready. Shall we say next Saturday?" "That will do nicely." It was not till the evening before their departure that he referred to the (natter again. "Jack's coming with us," he said, "and, by the way, Edith, I've asked Tremaine to come down tomorrow and stay the week. I want to perfect our plans for that railroad project; and, besides, he's about the most fascinat- ing fellow I ever met" "Yes," she agreed, with a strained little laugh, "he's very fascinating." CHAPTER XIII. DGEMERE was a beautiful es- tate overlooklkng Great 'South bay, just east a'f Babylon. It was essentially a summer play house, and yet John Drysdale, looking through the blurred glass of the carriage that had brought him frcru the Station through the sudden .1pfel shower, saw in the light stream- ing redly from the windows a warmth %sf welcome that summer could not show. A pile of logs was blazing in the hall fireplace, but he paused only for a moment to get off the outdoor chill and then ran up to his room to dress for dinner. .1•Ie knew .the cus- toms of the house, and he hoped for a reward If he dressed promptly, Nor was he disappointed, for when he came down the stair some fifteen minutes later he saw standing before the fire a regal figure. He paused a moment to contemplate it—the white shoulders rising from a gown of rich, dark reel, the poise of the head with Its black coiffures the grace of the arm hanging idly by her side. She was gazing intently into the fire, deep in thought, and for an instant she did not hear hire. Then she turn- ed with that rare smile which a wom- an of ardent temperament gives to only one man in the world. "I heard you drive up," she said. "1 th?ught you might remember our old habit." "As if I could forget it! Do you know," and be held her at arm's length to look at her, "you take my breath away. But, then, you always do. My 'Feick seems too completely, supremely Perfect to be true." Her color deepened a little under bis gaze, but her eyes did not waver. "I don't want you to live in a state of perpettla1 breathlessness," she said. "Ola, you don't know what a delight- ful state it is. 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There was something very touching in the sincerity of the frank, boyish face. She answered with a pressuraesf the hand which said more than many words. "I feel a good deal as that page felt," he went on after a moment, "who look- ed up at Kate, the queen. 'She never could be wronged, be poor,' he sighed, 'need him to help her: " . "And yet in the end she did need him, didn't She? Perhaps," and her face clsanged and she looked away luta the fire again—"perhaps I may need you—may have to ask a great sacrifice of you"— "Ask It," he said eagerly. "Ask any- thing but that I give you up." "I have already asked one thing," she said slowly, looking at him with a face very gentle. "No little thing— your trust, your confidence, your"— "You bad no need to ask it," and he caught her hands again. "It was yours already." "And will be mine always?" "Can you doubt it?" "No; and I shall be glad to remem- ber it" . "Not long ago," he said, looking at her, "a friend of mine gave me some good advice" "Which was?" "That I be happy in having you without conditions; that I try to live up to you and be worthy of you; that I try to do .something worth while for your sake." She had listened with sassed brows. "I didn't know I was a subject of discussion"— "You're not—but you sent me to him"— "Oh—Mr. Godfrey!" A little cloud came upon her face; she opened her lips to say something more, but a step sounded on the stair and Tre- maine ,came slowly down. There was• a look en his face not pleasant to see, but he banished all trace of it as he came forward. w L:g CHAPTER XIV. HEN Drysdale opened his win- dow next morning he found the sun shilling from a sky uuelouded, and the air warm with the promise of speing. It called him in a way not to be resisted, and he stepped out on the little balcony which ran beneath the window; then he caught the odor of a cigarette, and turned to see Tremaine smiling at him. "Good morning!" cried Tremaine. "A beautiful morning, isn't it? Won't you join me?" "You seem to be an early riser," ob- served Drysdale, who, had thought to find himself the first 'astir. "It is a habit one learns at St. Pierre. The dawn is, there, the only pleasant portion of the day—one rises to burin incense to it." "You have lived long at St. Pierre?" "Nearly four years." The merest flicker of amusement flashed across Tremaiue's lips and they finished their cigarettes in silence. They went down together to breakfast presently, but only Delroy joined them there, and It was not an especially pleasant meal, despite the bright sun at the windows and Tremaine's im. perturbable good humor. As they arose from table, that gentleman an- nounced his intention of going for a 'walk about the grounds. * * * * * * * Tremaine seemed to enjoy his walk; at least he did not return to the house until nearly the hour for luncheon. At that ureal the women joined them, and a drive was planned for the afternoon, which ended at the vesper service at the little chapel at Babylon. For some reason the drive had not been a sue cess; a certain constraint seemed to have fallen upon the party, a feeling of unrest, of uneasiness, which sent them severally to their rooms as soon as they reached the arouse. Drysdale dressed Immediately, What lnsttuct Was it that taid hint to set his foot lightly on the stair, or was it only that he hoped to look down non (' her for a moment l l .' n h 0t gee ? The sound d Of voices reached hint, and leaning; Over he saw two figures standing be- fore the fire which the evening chill had rendered necessary—Miss Crrydon and Tremaine. tie started abruptly to descend when he caught a eseeteuce that made him pause, u , I m not In the least like that rr o T're- , inaine was saying, and, though the vette was carefully repressed, it hath In it a ring 4: savage earnestness. "In emir htar,: you !dinar It or you wouldn't stand them' lieteuing. 1 levee eo:ne to you. lit otic(', !m!dly. because I'm sure that I stn Jt win. Ile is not. worthy of you --1u your heart yon l:noav that also. Ile c'anntl boll yo'1; fie is too weal:: I !sill avroa('a yo't away! You're not wreenn to be reed to a glided tied!oveny: !,'t:i!ne weety from Isin, :ravine roto tl+:' flee. geg moue!' eselemed Into s:le`:('e by t!t!.i 131i1: ttlOttA M1":i). SOW rill' .0'0011 o:'s'rt :Ina iou't- eri r:1 Ella. yo s as'r' !•:u;n„iia; le nit' is 1.s- f.sis of s! s' sit:ri 11s;o;a !, c•liitit'd tt': tis. "It is not in tis.' least Infamous.” he retort: d coolly. "1 ani offering you the future I 1:riow your sigh for. it is a future that I sigh for, too; that I have sighed for from Bre first moment I saw you, and arieeh 1 am going to make cane true. Together we will conquer the world. As nay wife"— "Your wife?" There was :;corn. ,w - ger, fear in the words and In the gleeve she cast at him. 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A man capable of any Crime"— He held her by the motion of a finger. "Is a man who appeals to you," be concluded. "You strangely mistake me," she said in a cold voice. "You are reading your own nature into me. I would. asic no man to commit a crime for my sake. 1 should abhor the man who did." He did not answer, but stood looking at her with a gaze which seemed to envelop her, to pierce her through and through. Drysdale felt the perspira- tion start across his forehead. He wished to cry out, but could not. A. door at the farther end of the hall opened, and Delray came in. The bonds loosened, and Drysdale fled back to his room. He needed to compose himself. After dinner he at once sought Grace. "Grace," he said gently, "ns I was comiug down to dinner tonight I hap- pened to see you and Tremaine stand- ing heee together, and, without Intend- ing to, I overheard a senteuce which stopped nee up there at the turn of the stair." She turned away from him, and her arms dropped wearily by her sides. "You' proper course is to inform Delroy#t he Continued doggedly, brav- ing the Certainty of offending her. "Or, better still, I will, and then kick that scouudrt1 opt. Why did you permit him to talk to you the way he did?" "I can't tell you," she answered hoarsely. "But I have a right to know." "Yes, I suppose you have. Why not break It off? Then you won't need to worry about me any more." (To be Continued ) o•o•••o•o•••oo•••••000••••• CONSTIPATION.• • Although generally described as o • a disease, can never exist unless • o some of the organs are deranged, • • which is generally found to be the : • liver. 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