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HomeMy WebLinkAboutExeter Advocate, 1911-12-28, Page 2• OR, TI -IE HOUSE IN TI1E RUE BARBETrE CJ APTEH, XI,- (Cont'(t) "Not the slightest,: sant Brett, smiling, "except perhaps this, that instead of calling on Miss Tallrct this evening yoiz may be locked up oil the charge of lroasebreakang.'� applied his shoulder to the door, The lock yielded quite readily. Indeed. the damage dope by Lord Fairholme was but temporarily re- paired, and no special precaution had been taken to fasten the place. All was must within. The first "Um:" a ;i°d the earl, thowalrtf131=- rode they searched was empty,. So ly, "I had not thought of that. It was the second; hut in a bedroom 1,..41 4,.. a:,u.w iet.0 �a: �.:�e ,[ler oy Saar-- the door., of 'which. was .locked And prise. So here gocstget my traps requiaed foreible tetmext: an e;- ;c:e?," After Lord FairholmeFs depar- ture Brett took matters easily, He didnot slut in an appearance at the Prefecture until late in the af- traorclrnary sight met their eyes. Stretched on the bed, gagged and securely tied, was the figure of the diminutive Frenchman, who. little more than twenty-four hours earlier tereoon, and, as he surmised, ahe • 'tit ^� , �,, , . liacl'sa cagily: saae,gestett that Brett eomna<,s.i,y. whaom, he encountered should be murdered, the previous night had even then onlyv just arrived ve l t his office. With- out irth - oti axycihe ity, the barristerr was iata•cdueecf to the official, who evi- tl clently- awaited au explanation of he visit with great curiosity, I thin':, Brett began, "that your :gents, anons _eau , were teh. - int ma throughout the whole of yesterday,'' "TThatis so," nodded the other, racotadv'x•ieg at pitfall lay behind this leading question, "'1)O I take it that after my de- parture from No, it, Rue Babette about midday they maintained :no further guard over that house "Assuredly. It was monsieur's personal movemeaats which called for observation," "Then you do slot know that an individual whose identity may be much mare important than oxine is an inmate of . the apartment at this monaeit--- prabilly a 'captive against his will, possibly„ a eorpse 3" The �* h „ Frearehnyart s huge xnotistac c bristled with .alarm and annoyance," "It is a strange thing, 'monsieur," he cried, ;,that an Eiaglisb gentle- man should come to Paris and know mare about the movements and haunts of criminals than the French police." It was no part of Brett's design to rob the official the wrong way, so lie said gently--- "Your ently-"Your remark is quite justifiable, and under c linary circumstances any such pretence on my part would be ridiculous. But you must re- member, monsieur, that I came here ram ' `London possessed of special infoirmation which was not known even ti the police authori- ties in that 'city. I am working solely in the private interest of per - Stout leatherthongs were fasten- ed to his wrists and ankles and then tied to the four uprights of the bed, His areas and, legs were eonsequently stretched apart, and the only sign of vitality about the man was the terrible session of p fear and hate in his eyes as he look- ed at them. The gag stuffed in his mouth pre, vented huge from uttering the slight- est coherent sound, whilst the ag- ony of his frame owing to the posi- tion in which he lay. jai.red tai the I exhaustion iladuecclby terror and want of food rendered him a piti- able object. They removed the gag wad cut the bonds. The poor wretch re- mained ea his back, unable to move, though he flinched somewhat when the ;police, as gently as possible, loosened the leather straps from his wrists ais ankles, for his use- less less struggles had eaused clic thongs to 'cart deeply into his glen. Brett was the first to realize the unfortunate wretch's chief require- ment, He procured some water, raised the man's head, and allowed him to take a deep and invigorat- ing draught. "'Why, it is 'The Worm!'" said the junior policeman. "I knowliina well. He is a pickpocket, an expert rascal in his line, but hardly up to the standard of great events," At the sound of his nickname a flicker of intelligence came into the little thief's eyes, but he was still dazed, and did not recognize, his, rescuers. "I don't care what you do with nae," he murmured at last, in weak andcracked voice. "Kill me quiet- ly if you want to, but don't tie me Sons high in English Society, and l gip again; I have done nothing to if }91174 ,,,,1-, r- rz e the n\1.snes , ,,p ;,7nserve it. I really l aven't. I airy of t xe6e-ver'nlnents co:aa':erneti were too much stress publicly laid en their connection with this mys- tery. If 1. can succeed ill elucidat- ing the problem it will be a com- paratively easy matter for the po- possible, you must compel the con- cierge to conceal the fact that you have visited, the house. Let him put all the blame on me. They know. that I am mixed up in the inquiry, and £earme far less than there- cognized authorities, "Oblige me inthis respect c:.,d you. will net regret it." 1 The "policeman was wise endugh to fall in with the suggestion. An hour later` "The -Worm" was taken in a cab to the Peefecture, as his condition was yet so hope- less that little real benefit could ensue fora searching cress -exam- ination. the So Brett parted comp_ any with officials, having made an appoint- ment with the commissary for the next day at noon, when they as- sumed that the prisoner would be considerably i°ecovered from his. weakness and fright. The barrister subsequently made a -round of the minor cafes in the neighborhood of the Cirque cl'Hi- ver, After much casual question ing, he elicited the information that a well-known circus, of which Mdllc. Beaueaire was one time a shining light, t, was performing mxn au that moment in Marseilles. He as- certained that during the winter season this class of entertainment perambulated the South of France, The actor from whom he gleaned these important facts saki that he hada trustworthy friend in Mar - sallies who would easily be able to ascertain whether or net La; Belle Ciiasscuse intended to rejoin her former profession, Brett secured his hearty eo-operation by a liber- al do°?aation for expenses. The barrister resolved to' pay an- other visit to the CabareNoir late, that evening, but he waited in the hotel until nearly ten o'clock in anxious expectation of a tele- gram fr•ona. Fairholme. At last the message arrived, Its contents were laeonie, "Rightfirst time," it ran, a valid, lady's name "J;aek, ' Some, what exhausted, after lexeonfin e ient. Edithdelighted, gk visit i Under-Secretary to-night. 'SVe all propose joining you in Paris to- morrow, ,Do 'ion approveV Brett ,promptly wired, '"Yes,' and then set out for Montmartre, dressing himself in the height of fashion so far as his wardrobe would permit, and donning a fierce mous- tulle and wig, which completely al- tered his appearance. He looked like a successful impressario or po- pular Italian "tenor. CHAPTER XII. The fair -ground of Montmartre was in full swing when 13rctt ar- rived there. The Cabaret Nairwas in charge of his former acquain- tance, - the w iary-eyed waiter, and other assistants. The barrister wondered whether Mdlle. Beaueaire had taken her fa- ther completely into her confidence. ;Co make certain he questioned the water. "Is Monsieur Beaueaire in'?" "But yes, monsieur. You wil], find him in the billiard -room." This time Brett was not conduct- ed through the private passage that led through the rear of the bar. The man politely indicated another en- trance, and brought him to the pro- prietor with the introductory re - 311 a rk-- `'A gentleman who wishes to see you." The room was tenanted by a non- descript crowd, whose attention was promptly attracted by the ap- earance of a stranger', and a well have been acting ;elitc square an this business," And then he broke down and whimpered further pro- testations of innocence, "He is weak from want of food, and dazed with terror," said Brett lice to bring the real criminals to quietly. "I suggest that one of you justice. As a step towards that end I have come to you po`v to place you in possession of a clue which may reveal itself in the Rue I3:a,r- bctte. All I ask is, in the first in- stance, that the affair may be con- ducted with the utmost secrecy, and, secondly, that you will .permit me to be present when you examine the person whom I expect to find there. I may be able to help you very ma- terially in your questions, provid- ed the, map is alive and well." The commissary was soothed. The ban ister:'s judicial reference to the importance and copfidential nature of the inquiry raised in his mind a dazzling vision of personal distinction and preferment. "The matter shall be conducted with " the utmost discretion,"` he cried. "What force does monsieur consider to be requisite in order 'to examine this house thoroughly, add prevent the attempted escape e£ ethers whom we may 'find ^there in addition to the man described?" Brett with difficulty repressed a smile. "I do not think ` that a large force of police will be neces- sary. If you yourself, monsieur, and another officer will accompany me in a cab, I am sure we will be able to deal with all possible op- position. There is no exit from the flat save 'through the main door, grad the apartment is situated on the second story. Escape by way of the windows is practically impos- sible if we act with promptitude." The commissary could not reach the Rue Barbettc too rapidly. He bundled a subordinate :into a fi- acre, and the three were driven, off at 'breakneck speed. They stopped the vehicle at the oorner of. the ' street and -walked quietly to the house, attracting, no attention, as neither of the French me ;< Box -,-„in uniform. should get him some meat and wino, whilst the others eeniain here and endeavor t& reassure him. Ilea,n- while we might examine' the place.' The comni•ssary thought Brett's suggestion a gaud one. His assist- ant summoned the concierge and attended to the wants of "The Worm," whilst Brett and the com- missary conducted a careful scrut- iny of the premises. They found little, however, be- yond a considerable accumulation of dirt; for the ways of Turks are primitive and their habitsunplea- sant in European households. It was evident that before taking their departure the occupants of the flat had carefully removed or destroyed all documents or other' articles which might throw light on their proceedings. The leather thongs which bound the prisoner evoked some comment from the barrister. "These are somewhat unusual articles," he said to the commis- sary. "You will notice that they are cut from raw cowhide and well stretched. In other words, they are familiar `bow -strings' of Constanti- nople, and warranted not to yield if twisted round the neck. °•I think they will answer, for other purpos- es than tying people to beds." "We must find these Turks," said the commissary., ` "They are desper- ate characters." "Find them by all means," said Brett earnestly, "but on no account arrest them." "And why, monsieur ?" cried the other, with elevated eyebrows. "Because if you do you will para- lyze our future actions. When all is said and done, the only charge you can 'bring against them .is .a trivial one. ' It is evident they merely tied up;; this 'man, either; with the object :'o frightening him Inquiry from the concierge elicit- into a confession, o ed. the • information that none of the hands free whilst they dealt with occupants of the flat tenanted:, by his employers. Perhaps„theyhad On the Farm.: s. t. � •.. �,, �;.. .. +moo �� �+► W1NTTER PIGS., There' is a decided difference iii caring for the pigs,of `autumn far, rowing and'those of the spring lit- tera. On ihe average farm the lat- ter have" the advantage over the former of coming in previous to the advent of the springing grasses, and have a more generous supply of milk and other laxative food' - stuffs to keep themsgrowing and in perfect order, writes Mr, G. W. B:i•own. It has been ..my practice for a p dressed one at that. The games in progress at the two tables momentarily suspended, whilst Gros Jean, a corpulent man above the middle height, whose legs seemed to be too frail to support his rotund body, advanced, peering curiously beneath his bushy eye- brows to get a glimpse of the new- comer, for,the shaded _light 'did not fall on Brett's;features, and Mr. Beaucaire wondered who the stran- ger could be. The barrister al- most started when he recognized his fellow passenger., the man who travelled to Paris with Gaultier and. himself. Gros Jean bowed politely enough, and .murmured something about being at Brett's service. . "Oh,: it is' Nothing of great im- portance," said Brett airily,_ as he was net anxious to attract too much observation from the unwashed hu- manity who tdok such interest in him. "I merely wish to know when it will be convenient for Me to have some conversation with mademoi selle, your charming daughter ?" "May I inquire the reason,' mon- sieur?" on-sieur?" said the other. "Certainly. I have heard of her skill as an artist, and it is possible= I may be able to arrange a London engagement for her. "Ah," said the landlord `depre-,' catingiy, `'what a pity ! Bad mon- sieur called here yesterday he could; Have seen mademoiselle. She hasi elicious DrawingQualities' Are.manifested in millions of Teapots daily THE TEA OFSTERLING `WORTH E3LAOPi(, MIXED or ISPIE L —Seared Eackatt �treU f FREE Sample Mailed on Enquiry 03 Aaldrems : ” eilLAEL#.' Torgnt3 ground oyster shell to very young ent, It also possesses a value ou number of years to raise two'litters, chicks. It is all right to give it to sour, heavysoil because it eutra- of pigs a year, To do this success . at full growen hied, but itrs death i•z s� the sil acidit and improves ie y p fully T find that one must slot a1- to youngsters' as it causes white,' its hysieal condition. ]osv'over-stocking, bit'rathea should diarrhoea of which they die in three of the pigs soon ar four, sell off aportion hours, CMD � T ,q �* '��q,,„q TAPE. SFA+Sy�}P11.R RED },SY��. after weaning time, keeping only; Many persons feed their fowl. � s so, many as lie knows )ie can ac- oats, but we do not believe it is°a -1 4Coinieai Instance of the Way It Is, cammoc a e with good aa i is f e y o cause Carrietl Out. generous feeding. One recast not irritation m the intestines, as ,' •• lm void weather• i Those who insist upon the: Govern- leu xi x It r s c e a fyou lrav a i l �I Ie a s a lair ~t Govern - ma d t.i t 11 s kg � a n.ef t• eta an everything enc a e t e tla l n Y g €e dr� e,tlier yin housing or feeding. proved a �,00el lsreeder do riot .lis Besides dry nesting -quarters, the card him until o are rite sure' earring, everything, Irani individual l , good-sized y uqt a., soft corns to insuring bank deposits} Ings should have a lotthat his days of usefulness are oa,e.; g ' get lento of ;shoul t take warning from the con, is wbmn they mayp but keep watch fog that event, •t' ° ,nhithe 'e= T' w ag xis h raid not : di rani ani which G miens fuel o ix s o c�oxa;ise Growing p The hest prices for b d birds, are o a,nec a poultry siaodvs, binds every German's actions he exposed to vermin and dig- 11 ters, p I t good quarters and thing,tlikely t g rel , y s rr s themselves. Endless red tape becrowded into elosG irides' guar- bt i l t theIt Beginners genera y got the fever about that time, Men who have least money in the busiposs say it costs fully fifteen y y nd to plaeaa a broiler cost of stance of tho way in whieb these eggs, hatching ane feed, leaving offleials proceed is furnished by air nothing for the man who' cloos 'the inciden't from Berlin. tl cannery work,; girl employed about a thrashing, machine 'vas injured .;o as to have both of her legs amputated: She LIME IX THE STABLE. applied to tiro State insurance fund,. and reecievcd a.manthly pension To d•xsinfeet a stable and destroy decaying animal or yegetalale mart- $3.50, One, day the officials notifi- tercd, her that the pension was redue, liaise is a�xcellent to use, But . as . ed to , $hc kicked as well aa- manure shorild be r sery>d d , or,. nr ui p c •,irl could rvho had only* 'wooden too °cd eonsah ie tl li Pot � tilt n riga ease. Our winter pigs are very profit, ably fed upon whole corn in the l? e delight in getting fodder, as they their feed from this material. I find that they eat very muga of the fodder; which forms a fine diet. Thi cobs and eoa�rse stalks are raked up and burned frequently, afford- ing fford ing the pigs a generous supply of charcoal.. I aim to keep a eow, for every litter of milk -stuffs I can grow a. bunch of whiter pigs, and with the nriik and a supply of pigs equal to the spring litters, KEEP SEED POTATOES COOL. d for see( intended oat es to Pt should be: kept hard and plump during the 'winter, and this can be done only by keeping them so cool that they will not sprout, When potatoes sprout they take part of the starch that is stored up in them and manufacture it into 'living cells, This energy is all wasted, for the sprouts have to be pulled off. Some farmers snake it a point to sprout- their potatoes .ones or twice during the winter, this being done to prevent their growing. But the amount of energy thus Iost is eon- siclerable and the loss increases as the winter draws to a close. I raise potatoes in 'largo quanti- ties, and each year' place them in cold storage. ,I prefer to pay the expense of the storage and be sure that they are kept in a perfectly plump state, rather than to keep them in a room with a high temper- ature, as is done by some. In the spring the potatoes come out of the cold storage house in per- fect condition, and it takes but a few weeks for them to develop strong sprouts that rise out of the soil and develop strong stalks and leaves. Many . farmers have not the op- portunity to put their potatoes in cold storage houses. but they should endeavor to keep their potatoes at a very low temperature. The near- er 33 degrees potatoes are kept, the better. -W. S. POULTRY NOTES. Never make the mistake' of feed- ing commercial, feed that contains b f f . hle kl , new bei u., Par > for. some weeks."' I r le ve �lacii ".Per} ops,'' said Brett, "1 may have the pleasure of meeting '.Her: elsewhere. 1 myself �lenart •too-tno`r- i 'inw. o!i'' -9, tcllr 17 the ib'utli, of 1 the Turzisl~ gentlemen 1,ad put in both obiects'in'view.,In either event f thet 'mounted senile would close their mouth Fra ep �2narle•,.I. t,ie•stairease and without any, lire- more . i 1 li t moa. e)ae m Y T i? y " 7 , the is 1 expect they will return if of the saiitlaer..l c.t.es. 1f so I certainly inke y is thea earance :of the police ora the. an appearance ,sinco the, pi eviol pp nc It is u s3ibie aha afternoon, So trio moun ec cssa lo Fel ail fiome'I f to t t•g fitly than an oyster s 1 xtitinary summons,' _ljunior �� era''and, a, it m • business to' is greyer: for a moment allowed to feel l lnself free front surae a,estriet-- tion, and the officials arodcontrnaal5 . ° ^ ly poking into' -every detail of 'lifer emits per potl and regulating it,' A comical la, on the market, That is tide • f o t,os � a i the lease and in;the ecitirse a time should never be use -4 iia or, elegiac officials in their own . leisurely.. l n uy informed her that they had carefully examined her case. 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