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Zurich Herald, 1938-02-17, Page 2delicio s y tai xpxe3 ,-.-- -Q-.: ,�. by Walter Wood CHAPTER V1IL--THE MESSAGE FROM THE GUARD The 'station -master was intensely puzzled. Notwithstanding vast faith in himself, he was bound to admit that in this matter circumstances were .beyond his comprehension. He -took from the case of his watch the little slip of paper which the guard had handed to him, and read and re -read the crabbed writing. "H'm," murmured Cotton. "That's the state of things, is it? Well, Chaukley knows -he's seen 'em both oft enough, and so Pll take his word for it. But why on earth should it be so? What's the motive. There's something at the bottom of all this that'll make the thing queerer even than it is just now, Pll warrant. This is a mystery that should be thorough- ly sifted, and I must communicate with headquarters and get a first- rate detective down, and if he, and me, and Chaukley—an old hand at that business—don't fathom it, why 1 should venture to think it's a thing that no one'il ever bottom." The stationmaster took a deep draught of beer, and thoughtfully conveyed to his mouth, on the end of a knife, a large piece of cheese. To Ferret It All Out "Twelve -fifty," he continued, look- ing at a small clock on the mantel- piece. "By this time Chaukley's well tip North. I wonder if he's found out anything new, or come across old Bryden? This is a funny time to do anything, but in a matter like this prompt despatch is necessary. And who knows? To ferret out this thing properly, and show the passengers and the company that the company's equal to every demand on it—even in the detective way—might lead to an appointment at a better station. Things like that do happen. I've known the recovery of a valuable handbag belonging to one of the di- rectors, by a man who had charge of a potty little station, Iead to promo- tion that he never dreamt of. Why, there's no limit to the possibilities of a thing like this—no doubt a move at all would mean a move to Lon- don. They like"—the station -master stroked his beard slowly—"they like to have the best men around 'em at headquarters; and no wonder, when so many of the big bosses aren't fit for anything but to draw their screws and see that somebody else does the work. Well, what shall I do? What's the best step to take now that I have the man safely under lock and key?" Not Mr. Beldon Cottorjy left his chair and paced quietly up -and down the room. At last he took up his cap, and with 'an- other glance at the clock said, "Yes, that's my best move. I'll go down to the station at once and carry the idea out. Just one more look at this rum message—it's a wonder I didn't let it out on the spot, but Chaukley's ffy, and I wasn't going to be such a duffer as to spoil his clever dodge. Just one glance and then I'm off." Syrup real bigh class Maple Syrup maple retaining flavor you Evaporators like so Much. Evap- orators that will make profitable your maple bush for a small investment. Write for catalogue of equipment, It is inter- esting, Price Low — Quality High W. GORDON STEEL WORKS LIMITED TWEED ONTARIO The station -piaster =drew forth his watch again, opened the back; and took out the paper. He read the words in a low voice slowly, and having done so returned the paper to its place and the watch to his pocket. • "I'm not likely to forget the words," he said—"let me repeat 'ern —'Don't let this man get out of your sight, whatever happens, till' you see me again. Shadow him wherever he goes. He's no. more Mr. Beldon than I am.' CHAPTER IX—THE STATION MASTER, MAKES FURTHER INQUIRY "No, I believe you, Chaulkley, 1 be- lieve you," said Cotton. "He isn't any more Mr. Beldon than you are, or than I ani, for that matter. But who he is, what he is, where he comes from, and - what he wants at Braynor of all places on the globe; who he wants to see, why he wants to see 'em—whoa, not so fast, Joseph Henry Cotton, or you will bo off the line. Steady and slow in a matter like this is a plan that is worth more than its weight in gold — if you can weigh plant r don't know. Some are light, and would not weigh much. Why, even mine could be got oh to half -an -inch of tissue paper. No, no; that idea won't do. But I've no time to invent another just now." Cotton left the house and walked quickly back to the station, and enter- ed, not his own room, but the tele- graph office, where the operator, a young man, with light curly hair, bine eyes and brazen features was medi- tating with his feet on the mantle piece and his body at a dangerous an- gle upon a chair of doubtful construc- tion.. The operator having time at his disposal, was perfecting himself in the art of inhaling tobacco smoke by his mouth, and ejecting it from his nose. His name Was Filler; but by the exer- cise of great ingenuity and the appli- cation of much patience he had trans- formed it into Ffyller, and following even more closely an example not un - frequently set, he had so altered the pronunciation that it now as nearly as possible resembled that of the word villa. A Romance of Mystery "How do?" said Filler, familiarly. "Back again, when you ought to be in bed? Unusual, isn't it?" "Unu.sual circumstances demand un- usual steps," said Cotton, who was no believer in certain notions of equality which at tinges Mr. Filler attempted to expound. "You speak like a romance of mys- tery," said Filler. "What a romance of mystery is," re- turned the station -master. "1 —" "Don't know; quite so," interposed Filler, "and that being the ease I shall, in a humble sort of a way, try to tell you. It is hardly in your province to know Mr: Cotton, but as I've written one I may claim to being in a position to enlighten you. Take a chair — I've plenty of time on my hands, so don't let that disturb you. I'm not off duty till three this. morning." "This isn't the time to hear about romances, even from a man who's written one," ,said Mr. Cotton. "It is the first time, by the way, I've heard that --" "Let me hasten to explain," said Filler, "that the work is in manu- script, and lies in one of my boxes, but let that pass. To continue — let me say, in the first instance, that I am charred to have. your company, and will inquire later into the cause of this unexepected visit. Now as to the vuur 'blue dealer is wuli-quan• tied and willing t., help you in every heating problem, Ask him today for a free copy of helpful booklet "First Ald to Better Beating," or write to 'blue Coal', c/o 217 Bay Street, Toronto. ""Mi Listen to "THE SHADOW"—Every Wed., CF'R.B, 9 to 9.30 p m. 0 Safety First ("The number of couples who come in before they get married and ask me , confidentially about divorce proceedings is increasing every month." Interesting disclosure by a London registrar,) Colne live with me and; be my love; But let us first of a}1 make sure. That we our separate ways can shove If love's a stuff that won't endure, Come, let us tie the nuptial knot, With me as groom and you as bride; But let's be sure we know v,gt's what In ways to get that knot untied.' 0 tell me, tell me, Registrar (Before 'my neck receives the. noose). Precisely .what reliefs there are For those who wish to wriggle loose. The man who ties the knot should know Some tricks a little less ,seraphic; Who lets us in, should let us go— Or is it only one-way traffic? That cannot be, that must not bet; Our pledges are but made to break; As someone says, "We must be free Who speak the tongue that Milton spake." Let no one, therefore, place a bar 'Twixt ns and all the Law's re- sources— Tip as the wink, 0 Registrar, And tell us all about divorces! —Lucie in the Manchester Guardian. Women constructing the subway in Moscow, Russia, have a woman fore- man, ' PEP UP WINTER FRUITS The fresh fruits which we count on heavily during the winter months, are apples, oranges and bananas, We need these fruits in our diet every day be- cause of the vitamins, mineral salts and bulk they provide. But don't get into the depressing habit of just serv- ing them in the form of orange juice: for breakfast, sliced bananas on cer- eal and apples for munching when de- sired, ,. There are so many delicious . ways in which to serve these fruits which will pep them up and make thein more interesting and popular, that we have Picked out a few of them. You will find the family delighted with the re- sults when you dress up these home- ly, everyday fruits. Here is a clever idea to use up the left over apple sauce when there isn't enough to serve at a meal. Apple Roll -Overs 1 cup sifted flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons butter or other shor- tening 1-3 cup milk (about) 1 cup apple sauce 2 tablespoons sugar 1-8 teaspoon cinnamon Sift flour once, measure, ing powder, sugar and salt, and sift again. Cut in shortening. Md milk acid bak- Cr anialINIZIMienaealnlaMpriamma chef And Lace Edge 1 5f15151 di 50 TPa ' seep na s gctain aa :•mein■ rA®....a1aea..5,w sir u' 3 tes..:7.,.m0 13 µsR ea.r.m.•% ,.ai ...WM....W..0I . . c1... �©m;�.W.... a �'0..,*Cu a 12mam..::st' and •' .„Om e ...Alamo....©ID ■a t .0 0.... cab S....r'j{„_'...%.� No .•.t% c'...•teeso ors -...0. ■■- ,Ea is isa.. .y..p,..ec ..se Q... .aag...:'• r ;:-0 m;;"11...._•/gym. ninseti.....ein 'vassal :'" 1 ona eau'reals otiatai36]Aq ,41.811015.160 lot 1r • • ........... 250 Never have monograms and initials. been more popular than they are today. One sees them on everything from wearing apparel to luggage and living room mirrors. The instructions for these filet crochet medallions, initials and monograms cone in sizes suitable for sheets, pillow slips, lin- gerie, handkerchiefs, napkins, runners and innumerable other uses that garments, tablecloths, napkins, runners and innumerable other uses that will instantly occur to women who admire beautiful things. The pattern contains complete easy -to -understand crochet instructions without abbreviations, chart of stitches. For Design No. 256 write Mayfair Patterns, Room 421, Wilson Build- ings, Toronto. Please Print Nanie and Address Plainly. romance of mystery, already mention-. ed. To begin with, you must know that a romance is not a reality; in fact it's —" "Confound you," exclaimed the sta- tion -master, "what's the meaning of this impudence." An Injustice "Impudence," observed Filter in a mild astonishment, taking his feet off the mantel -piece and turning towards his companion; "call it not by such a name. Call it, if you will, condescen- sion, or a poor attempt to scatter seeds of kindness and knowledge; if that don't suit, choose any name you will; for what suits yout will, I assure you, be just the ticket for me," "Is this office kept open for the con- venience of those who have messages to send, or is it run fdr'the purpose of licking idiots into shape? exclaimed the station -master angrily, forgetting for a moment the real cause of his vi- sit. '"Sir," said Mr. Filler, with well - feigned ;;cavity, rising from his chain'. "You do me an injustice, and not only that, but you make a reflection upon the intelli;'enee of the directors of this company in implying that they eng,age incompetent servants. As for me; I waive nil rights, but as for the -comp- any, under whom it is the proud priv- ilege of myself and my honoured fa- ther to hold positions, I cannot for a Moment think of allowing your obser- vation to pass unchallenged." "This foot," muttered the station- master, tationmaster, "being the son of somebody who ha.ppeued to be something at the headquarters in London, takes advan- tage of me, and I don't care to treat him as I'd treat any other subordinate WTro spoke to ane like this,, itesideS, he's got a mighty clever tongile and writes some of thepersonal not4s, for that wretched organ, the *ivies Times,' and if I cone to a fight of words with. liim, I should only come out a second best. And there's no use denying either, that he has written a novel, although he can't, I'm told, get anybody to bring it out. So, don't play with edged tools, and let sleeping dogs lie, are my mottos, I'll temporise with him. Mr. Filler," said the station- master, aloud, with much suavity, "1 came back unexpectedly to send a -message to MVIornington." • "Speak the word," replied Filler, af- fably, "and it shall be done." A Single Question "`'Stell then," said the station -master charmed by this sudden accession of politeness, and vowing within himself that Filler was after all a very agree- able young man, if only one got to the right side of him. "Well then, ask them at Ilforuington this simple ques- tion, and tell them to be particularly easeful in replying." "Yours to command," said Mr. Filler briskly, seating himself in front of the instrument. "Now, my festive friend., fire ahead — apt alliteration's artful aid,'you'll notice — three f's." To (Be Continue 11 4 PP TAT BUILD UP YOUR NERVES It's nerves—starved, weakened, upset nerves that usually aro tho cause of failing appetite: Build up your nerves with the great acetic tonic—PHOSFtRI? E—and see how quickly Your appetite improves, and strength returns: At druggists, 60o, 51.00 and $1.50. 71 PHOS' RrNETti AWE Issue No, 8—'38 D gradually until soft dough is ' forme 1. Roll 1-8 inch th ek on •slightly flour- ed board, Cut in strips, 2 x 4 inches, Spread with apple sauce and sprinkle with mixture, of sugar and cinnamon. Roll each strip loosely, Place on un - greased baking sheet, )3Alce in 'tot oven (400 degrees F,) 18 minutes. it makes 8 roll -avers. Dutch Apple Cake 2 cups sifted cake flour 2 teaspoons baking powder % teaspoon salt 1-3 cup butter or other shortening 1 egg, well beaten 2-3 cup milk 3 apples, peeled, cored and cut into eighths 3/4, cup•butter 1/2 cup sugar 1-8 teaspoon nutmeg 1-8 teaspoon cinnamon Sift flour once, measure, add bak- ing powder and salt, and sift again. Cut in shortening. Combine egg and milk, Add to flour until soft dough is formed. Spread in greased pan, 8 x 8 x 2 inches, having dough higher on edges than in center. Arrange apple. sections on top of dough. Bake in hot oven (425 degrees F.) 30 minutes. Cream remaining butter, sugar and spices together and spread on top of apples. Decrease heat slightly (350' de- grees F.) and continue 'baking thirty minutes longer, or until apples are all soft. Serve with plain lemon sauce. Lemon Sauce 1/2 cup sugar • 2 tablespoons flour Dash of salt Dash of nutmeg 1 cup boiling water 1 egg, well beaten Grated rind of one lemon Juice of one lemon Grated rind x!j, orange, if desired 2 tablespoons butter 3 cup cream, whipped Combine sugar, flour, salt, nutmeg and water. Cook until thickened. Re- move from fire. Add egg, fruit rinds and juices and butter. Cool. Fold in whipped cream, Serves 8. Jellied Orange Dessert 4 oranges free from membrane and cutin pieces 1 package of quick -setting jelly powder 1 cup sugar 11/2 cups warm water Combine oranges and sugar and let stand 10 minutes. Dissolve jelly pow- der in warm water, pour over oranges, and chill. Stir occasionally while cool- ing. Serve in sherbet glasses. Serves 8. Ambrosia 3 oranges, peeled and thinly sliced 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 can coconut, southern style Arrange layer or orange slices in a serving dish and sprinkle with sugar, and coconut. Repeat until all ingred- ients are used, topping with coconut. Chill. Serves 6. Raspberry Mayonnaise 2 tablespoons raspberry jam or jelly 2 tablespoons lemon juice Dash of 'salt 1/4 cup mayonnaise 4, cup cream, whipped Break up raspberry jam or jelly 'with silver fork. Add lemon juice, salt and mayonnaise. Fold into whipped cream. Makes k cult mayonnaise. Banana Cream Pie 5 tablespoons cake flour 4 tablespoons sugar 1/3 . teaspoon salt % cup cold milk 11 cups milk, scalded 3 egg yolks, slightly beaten 2 teaspoons vanilla 3 bananas 1 baked 0 -inch pie shell •1/2 cup cream, whipped Combine flour, sugar and salt. Add cold milk and mix well. Adel scalded milk gradually, place in double boiler, and cook until thickened, stirring con- stantly. Pour small amount of mixture over egg yolks, return to double boi- ler and cook 3 to 4 minutes longer. Cool. Add vanilla. Chill. Add slices of one banana. Slice second banana and arrange in pie shell. Pour in chilled 3. il' .AFTER • Eating, xrirakin Ai:TIM A HEAVY IV4AiL• • AF -TER A LONG EVEIMIG The fastest way to "alkalize" is to carry your alkalizer wits you. That's what thousands -do now that gen- nine Phillips' comes in tiny, pepper- mint flavored tablets—in a'flat tin for pocket or purse. Then you are always ready. Use it this way. Take 2 Philips' tablets—equal in "alkalizing" effect to 2 teaspoonfuls of liquid Phillips' .. from the bottle. At once you feel "gas," nausea, "over -crowding" from hyper -acidity begin to ease' • ".Acid headaches," "acid breath," over -acid stomach are corrected at the source. This is the quick way to ease your own distress—avoid offense to others. MADE IN CANADA f'. -PlaktiPS. filling; slice remaining banana over top and spread with whipped creatj Serve at once. For a real novelty, try slicing ban..41 anas on crisp lettuce and covering with Raspberry Mayonnaise. Household Hits When you wash curtains or loose' covers of cretonne, put a large cup -1 fal of vinegar into the siring waterrl It brightens the colours. Towels intended for polishing glassware often shed tiny particles, of fluff. To avoid this, they shout be washed in the ordinary 'way an then rinsed in a very thin .solutioi9 of starch. Stockings—Add. a teaspoonful o malt vinegar to the rinsing wat4 when washing black woollen or sill stockings or. socks. This will pre-' vent the stockings from turning a1 rusty colour. An uneven floor, a round electric, cord, or any article which makes, your rug. bulge will cause it to wean'' rapidly at that spot. To remove whitewash or distemper' from the windows of a re -decorated room, rub with a cloth dipped in hot vin egar. To keep lacquered furniture at its' best, dust thoroughly and apply good floor or furniture .wax. Polish with a clean soft cloth. Be sure to rub' until entirely dry and glossy, or dust may stick on the damp surface. FROM GIRL TO INMAN GROWINGgirls are often suf- ferers from fe- male irregularities, headache, back- ache or nervous- ness. Dr. Pierce's I+avorite Prescrip- tion is the vege- table tonic to give your daughter at such tunes. Itirs. Gladys Steves, 16 Alex- andra St., St. Catharines, Ont., said : "I felt terribly weak and nervous. I hardly ate anything and was underweight—I was mis- erable. Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription was the medicine that put me hackin shape. After using it I gained several grounds, due I suppose to the fine appetite it gave me, I became much stronger and any nerves caused me very little trouble," l3uy now of your druggist. New size, tablets 50c. 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