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Zurich Herald, 1946-03-28, Page 7if wl TU Mary Imlay I.Oar SY N4t'Sis CfA1"'1'11t 1: Jlnr _Koller and hint sister, Jane, with old 1\1acl)owe11, the foreman, operate NJ Honcho rte Las Felonies. They are on the look- out for a former employee, Jordan sr, drunkard and dope -runner. Once they had Jordan In their g'r'asp, but he escaped and threatened to get revenge. MacDowell picks up a strange young man in his car. The stranger wants work and ,Jim needs ranch hands, so Mac takes the new man to the ranch, CHAPTER LI Mac heard a smothered exclama- tion at his side and sensed the sud- den swerving of the big car, "Strike a stone? Here, shut her off, there's one of th' men—Sandy1" MacDowell roared as the car stopped, "you come an' take th' email in—where's Pete Rooney? He can run this car to th' garage. Here, you," he put his hand on his new driver's shoulder, "you go right up to th' house, front door there, an' see what Jane says about your stayin'—then you come to th' quarters for eats, see?" The young man nodded, helping the old foreman to climb down; then he heard MacDowell telling them about Jordan's escape. "Get your guns handy, boys," he sang out. "You know that snake; he'n be after the yearlings again— he may get here any time!" * * * The newcomer did not listen to the rest of it; he turned away into the darkness and made a feint of going directly to the house. Half way he stood still; the lights from the windows fit. sd across the short turf in long pools of radiance, reaching nearly to his feet. He taught the sound of dishes in the kitchen, and an open door gave him a glimpse of the Chinese cook busy at his task. In the distance some- where a man was singing lustily in Spanish; far off he heard the scarcely distinguishable sounds of cattle in the corrals. He moved swiftly under the lighted windows, trying to count them, then, sudden- ly, he heard Stenhart's voice! After all these years he knew it instantly, and his hands clenched at his sides until the nails bit deep into the flesh. Something tightened in his throat, he could „scarcely breathe. Then came a feeling of savage triumph; he had won out, he was here and Stenhart was here! Slowly and cautiously, he took a step nearer; he was in the deep shadow of the house and the window ledge was on a level with his eyes. There was no curtain, and he had a clear view of the Iow- ceiled room. A trained nurse stood at a table beside the bed, dropping some medicine slowly into a glass, and the lamplight was focused on her white uniform; but beyond her, in the shadowed four-poster, lay • the invalid. He had raised himself on his elbow and was talking to Stenhart beard it. He sprang up fin bed with a cry, his bands shaking at his throat, his eyes staring at the darkness of the window. her, a slight flush deepening the ,rotor of his handsome face. The zetas at the window caught the sharp clean outline of his profile, the fevered brilliance of his dark eyes, the hollows in his cheeks. There was a look of mental conflict, of unrest, "Tt's bitten in," the outsider thought, with a kind of bitter satis- faction; "after all, it's bitten in!" Then something, the daredevil in hind, made hint lean forward and speak slowly, dlistinctly, loudly, one word: "Sherwin!" Stenhart heard it, de sprang; up it bed with a cry, hitt hands shat( ing at his throat, his eyes staring at the darkness of the window. His tormentor, . eusg it. laughed ;grim- ly, but he saw the nurse turn and come toward trim.. She must not find him there! Softly, swiftly, he (dropped back into the night and made his way to the front door. "MacDowell has just 'phoned from the garage how kind you were when he sprained his arm, and 1 want to thank you. We, my brother and I, both think a lot of old Mac!" The girl had risen from her seat at Jim's old desk as she spoke, and she faced hien. He saw the fine curve of her chin and throat, and the black -lashed blue eyes. She was an upstanding girl; she could run the ranch alone in Jim's absence. The sten all looked up to her, held her in high esteem. The newcomer did not speak and she went on quickly: "Mac says you'd like something to do about the ranch and we need sten, aay- way. "liThat—" she smiled frank- ly—"please tell me what y .tr can do best? The man reddened. Of course ne had to expect something like this, but he was not one to whom false- hood came easily, and to lie to a fine, frank girl like this! But, after all, it wasn't altogether a lie! * "My last job was bookkeeping,"• he said, and then, as he saw the swift change in her expression, he' added: "Not just the thing for a ranch, I'm afraid, but if 1 can turn my hand to something out-of-doors, I'd like it." "You're from the East?" her blue eyes considered him gravely, im- personally, and then she smiled. "I'm not sure but that you're a godsend! I've been trying to straighten up Jim's accounts and `it's perfectly hopeless, he's so splashy with ink and so bad at figures! I'c be glad if you'd try He came nearer and began to turn them over, snatching at this strange opportunity to get into the house, the house where Stenhart was! He ran his index finger along under the name—written in Jim K.eller's big sprawling handwriting. "'El Rancho de las Palomas'— you cling to the Spanish down here, eh?" * * * She laughed. "'Las Palontas' sounds so much better than .lust plain English. Besides, there used to be many doves here—there are still. Can you - untangle those figues, do you think?" "Surely 1 can—they're quite simple. "Simple? I was all snarled up!" she laughed softly again. "Then you'll do this until Jim conies? 1—" she hesitated, blushing unaccount- ably; "I can't make any terms—of course you understand that? My brother's the boss, but if you can wait—" "Oh, that's all right, you'll be feeding and lodging me, you seed" For the first time, he laughed and his fact lighted up. "Money isn't the only thing 1 came West for!" The girl gave him a quick, ques- tioning glance, but his face was in the shadow and she made nothing of it. "Oh, 1 know—adventure!" she said, watching him. He nodded grimly. "The great adventure!" he said, in an odd tone. (To Be Continued) H Iv Ccm 1? By Anne Ashley Q. How can 1 wast' delica'c laces? A, This can be done effectively by wrapping diem around a milk bottle, fastening the end:, and dip- ping the bottle up and down in soapy water anti' the lace :s dean. Rinse the seine way. using clear water. Long pieces of lace are best washed ; this manner. Q. `low can a snake a good stuffing for pillows? A. Old silk garments, cut into very fine pieces, make an ..xcetlent stuffing for pillows. They are soft and cool and ,,a easily shaken out as feathers. Q. How can T keep ,lasts moist? A. Water -se -ked newspapers twisted around the roots of the pients, against the dirt, will keen the plants racist. Q. How can 1 remove sun tan? A. Betternrllk applications will usually prove effcct've. Or, mix Vs -ounce of glycerine, 1 ounce of rescwater•, the ittice of one small lemon, and apply, Q .iHow c r' 1 remedy disfigur- ing scratches on wall paper? A. Moister' scrip of the paper wir'rch has he n saved and tbee • rarefnlle scrape off the coloring with a siert knife. Apish this cnlnring to 11 e se'uttch aid when dry it will scarcely be nnti cable, PICTURE HAS A LOT OF SOCK FOR DOG FANCIERS To keep the floor of his shop from being all "littered" up by his 11 new pups, Paul Bongiovanni, New- ark, N. J., florist, simply slipped each pup into a sock and hung them all out on a line,as pictured above. He acted from experience. This is the second litter of 11 that their mother, an English springer spaniel, has produced in about a year. P. S.—Third from left is camera -shy. CH iCLES of GINGER FARM Be Gwendoline P Clarke e a a e An epidemic seems to have struck this district. No, it isn't measles or 'flu, or anything like that — and although it must be terribly upsetting I don't think it often proves fatal. The name of this disturbance is "selitis". Never heard of it? Well, maybe you haven't, but if you lived in this dis- trict and heard of farm after farm that had been sold or is up for sale you would know what I mean. Farmers from the back concessions clear through to the :.ighways are selling out — and if that isn't "selitis" I don't know what is. * * * Why are they selling? Well, of course, that is their business, but if one may hazard a guess I would say some of them are quit- ting on account of ill -health, others because they are tired of fighting against odds all the time — lack of help, shortage of feed, paying through the nose for everything they must buy — yes. buying all the time at ceiling prices, and sell- ing much of their own goods at less than the cost of production. And now that there are plenty of would-be buyers falling over them- selves to get a good place to Iive —and what probably they think is an easy living — tired farness see a good chance to get out from un- der — and they are taking it. * * * But if thew are returred men taking up land'. under the Veteran's Land Act, they will have a fight on their hands — and we certainly hope it will be a fight that will end in victory for them. And as to that, a lot will depend on the wives of these Wren, whether vet- eran's or otherwise. Pretty soon ell our surviving War Veterans will be home, some with a wife and small family, others planning to get married and settle down, while still others re- main in the unattached bracket. _Vo matter in what category they fall there are anxious days ahead. Re- conversion applies not only to ma- chines, but to men and women too. Partner and I went through it all after the last war and we know. Unfortunately one's knowledge isn't much help to this new gen- eration, Each must make his own way — learn by his own mistake& * e * Already stories are corning to light of the difficulties some of these returned men are up against —particularly the married ones ... of young wives who find things far short of their expectations with subsequent heartaches and misun- derstandings — to which the hous- ing shortage contributes in no small measure. Read the "want" advertisements in the newspapers —of young couples almost begging for one or two rooms in which to live. Can you think of anything more discouraging than this ever- lasting search for a place in which to make a home? * * * Most of the boys who have come back were so glad to be hone again, that, for a while, they were right on top of the ',world. Then theycaste up against disillusion- ment. disaopointme':t, and unfore- seen rehabilitation problems. It seemed no matter what plans they made for the i tore they were con- fronted with obstacles. Some young fellows wishing to enter university found certain classes in which , t.ey. w tee interested already overcrowded. Others having their eye on some particular farm find bidders so numerous they have ab- solutel; no time to think it over. It is just a case of take it or leave it. Even as I v rite a newscast is stating that some business and in- dustrial firms are failing to live up to their promises of re -establish - anent for returned men. Is it ary wonder our boys are r stless, especially when, while we are presumably at peace, tear clouds stilt hang ominously over the horilon. Are we going to Iet our boys down? They fought lot us, now it is .stir turn to fight for them — to see that they get a square deal. E Tk a a m a CD +t pukes To achieve perfect pancakes, here are a tew "do's" to follow, and "don'ts" to by-pass as recommend- ed by the home economists of the Consumer Section, Dominirn De- partment of Agriculture. Do not over beat griddle cake 1 'tter — it makes them tough. In fact we don't beat, but rather stir, only until liquid and dry ingredi- ents are blended and smooth. Heat griddle slowly and as evenly as possible. A heavy skillet may be used instead of a griddle but the rim makes it more difficult to turn the cakes. To test temperature of griddle, drop a little -nater onto it from tip of spoon. If the water forms bt.bbles whic , "dance" ani roll around, but do not sputter and evaporate immediately, the griddle is at the right heat. Some special griddles do not require greasing, but usually it is necessary to grease films. by brushing quickly with a thin film of fat, Use ^ very large spoon or pitcher to pour oat- cakes touching each other. when ter onto griddl . Do not have pan- A,�� Eri�ryi l� �u, �`�� 'r, ALE WEa,, MUD due to simple anemia You girls and women who suffer so from simple anemia that you're pale, ttealt, "dragged out"—this may be due to lack oi iron in stood. So try Lydia h', Pinkham's Compound tAatats with added noir•-'oneot the pest nome ways .c nelp build up red blood —111 such cases. 1'mldram's'T'ablets are one oi • the most Effective non tonics yet. can nuyl ISS*lb; 13-1946 each cake becomes puffed and cov- ered with bubbles, but still moist turn qui*kiy. Turn only once. When brown on bottom, serve im- mediately on warmed plates, last - ]y and by no means of least im- portance . . . make plenty, Oatmeal Griddle Cakes ?z curt a11-purpos, flour OR TA cup plus 1 tablespoon pastry flour 3 teaspoons . aking powder 14 teaspoon salt 11/ cups quick .poking rolled oats 1 egg, well beaten 1 tablespoon melted shortening 1 teaspoon molasses 3j4 cup water 4/4 cup milk Sift togs*r er the flour, baking powder and salt. Combine with the rolled oats. Blend together the egg, shortening, mel: sses, water and milk. Ade to dry ingredients and stir , only until smooth, Cook Fiery, Itching Skin Gets Quick Relief Here la a clean stainless penet- rating antiseptic oil that will brim; you speedy relief from the itching and distress of Mczema. etching Toes and l+eet. Rashes and skin troubles, Not only does this healing anti- septic oil promote rapid and healthy healing In open sores and wounds, hut boils and simple ulcers are also tyulekly telelved. In akin affections — the itching of Iiceema is otilckly stopped: the eruptions dry up and Reale off in a very few days The !same is true of• Rarher's lteh, gall' Rheum and other skin eruptions. Ton ran ohtain Marine's itrner•ald oil al acy modern drug store. Sunday School Lesson A People's Responsibilty for Its Government 1 Samuel 8:10-22 Golden Text — Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord.— Psalm 33:12. Israel Desires a King The people were eager for a King. They made the had govern- ment of the sons of Samuel an ex- cuse for the change but Israel be- lieved if they had a king they would become a great nation. They looked only at the bright side but Samuel sets before them the exactions they would have to endure at the hands of their King. Not only would the king demand their sons and daughters, he would lay his hand upon their posses- sions. He would rob them of the fields, the vines and olive trees up- on which their living depended. He would be content with nothing less than their best and, more than this, they would see hint hand their pos- sessions t., his servants. All this tr6uble was to come upon them be- cause they were not content to live under the rule of God. Man's Crowning Sin This amts up briefly what their position will be 'when'the kingdom is established and the king reigns in the power and grandeur which they had envied in other kings. They will literalh become his slaves. They were determined to have their way; they were deaf to all warnings. Here we have the crowning sin of man which is that of self-will. Self-will spells disast- er slavery and misery -lid we can- not know peace ani" liberty until we say "Nes "Nimy will, but Thine be done." Israel'• False Step The Israe,i+•s were immoveable, so God consents to , ive, them a king, but in displeasure. Very often a father let, his son h,'ve his own nay but solemnly warns him of the consequences. Israel little re- alized what a false step it was tak- ing. The elders lived to sea their request did not bring them the glory they expected. 'God knows what is hest for us so let us trust ITim and submit to His will. on slightly grease' griddle until golden brown on both sides. !tfakes 18 4 -itch cakes, Chocolate Pancakes 2 eggs 2 cups milk 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour OF 21-q cups sifted pastry flour 3 teaspoons baking powder ?Z teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons sugar cup mild -flavoured fat, melted 3 tablespoons cocoa Combine the well -beaten eggs with the n.ilk. 11: and sift the dry ingredients. Add milk and egg mixture, Add melted shortening and mix well. Cook on slightly greased griddle until brown. Servs hot with liquid honey or a fruit sauce for dessert. Makes 18 3 -inch pan cake P. Garden Notes By GORDON L. SMITH .. Informality is Peeomntended Usually an informal layout of flower gardens. lawn and shrub- bery about the hone gives the best re:stilts. The formai garden where there are straight rows, straight p:.ths, and everything is just so is a matter 'or prafes'iona]s and large estates. With the average lot in towel o country there ate too many straight lines in any case, like drivewr.ys, four dation walls and fences. The mail) idea in gardening is to I reek these and soften them. To do this shrub- bery is plante in irregular clumps around, but not too close to, the house, with biggest groupings at the corners and around the front porch. Variety may be addsd by the odd climbing vine. Unless the ll) w•n is generous in size, experts advise leaving the centre fairly open, with flower beds and shrubs around the edges and in front of the fences and driveways. Generally the bigger and taller flowers are planta; at the back, but ;or the sake of vari- ety a few of these shoed: be brought forw,,.rd, Instead of single plantings groups cf individual,v:tri- eties are advocated. For cantina• ous bloom, consult a good Canad- ian seed catalogue where such de- tails as season of blooming, color, height, hardin 'ss aid other essen- tial facts will b • listed, Sow Grass Early Grass makes its :rest growth in the cool, moist weather of spring and fall, hence garden experts ad- vise doing lawn work just as soon as possible. This nt• ass as soon as one can walk on the lawn without getting the ;noes muddy. This ad- vice appliet both in starting new lawns and repairin , old ones. Seldom is it advisable to sow a straight variety of lawn seed, and never in the case of the general family type of lawn. Von Will Enjoy Staying At The Stn Regis Hotel TORONTO ® Every Room with Ltath. Shower and Telephone, o Single, 52.00 up — Double, $3,50 np. Coad Food. Dining and Dane - Ing Nightly. Sberbourne at Carlton Tel. RA. 413•t "1 no ' just Ho You FeeI" "I know bee ause I have been that way myself. I have been so chron- ically tired that I thought 1 would never feel well again. 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