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V 9 l. m. grist 4 sons, PubiiBhers. [ % Ifamitn IJeurspaper: <Jjor the promotion of the political, Social, Agricultural and ?ommei;ciat Interests of the ?outh. j termsraoie copt, fivencent^xce" established 1855. YORKVILLE, S. C., SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 1898. NUMBER 71. - - r a. - 9 5'"1 mL *"* ^ Wifr U fmorlil/n frwna cVta fnra I rionarol "Rlan/?n VlQG rl^r?l a rpH tn CAV. A MARRIAGE BY ROBERT Author of "The Shadow of Mail,' Copyright, 1S97, by Robert Buchanan. CHAPTER IV. Yotmg Patrick Blake, known to his intimate acquaintances as "the squireen, " had neither house nor lands, though he belonged by right of birth to , an old county family. In spite of his poverty he had great expectations, for his uncle, Sir William Craig of Craig castle, had no issue, and young Patrick was the next of kin. The property, *how ever, was not entailed, and it was entirely in Sir William's discretion how it should be disposed of. During his uncle's lifetime Patrick paid assiduous court to the old man and received in return a modest allowance, which he dissipated freely among his companions. From childhood upward he had been a black sheep, caring little for decent society and spending his time in the company of his inferiors, but he was a daring rider, a good shot, and he could tie a fly or play a salmon with any man in Mayo. His escapades, which would have shocked most people, only amused Sir William. "Pat is a wild young devil," he would say to his wife, "but so was I myself at hisaga Someday he'll marry and sober down." Before the young man could do either the old gentleman died, leaving everything he possessed to his wife except a miserable ?100 a year, which was assigned to his "beloved nephew, "Patrick Blaka Young Patrick cursed and raged for a time, but he had sense enough left to transfer his court to the widow, whom he invariably described as "the old woman." He went with her to church (she was a Protestant), carried her prayer book and posed as a young saint, only escaping from time to time to more congenial society, in which he could drink and swear comfortably and curse his bad luck. Things were going on very well from his point of view?that is, the old lady was in very delicate health and likely *i-? follnw Vior lnrrl and master, after having made a will in her nephew's favor?when a serious scandal, in which a young peasant girl was concerned, opened Lady Craig's eyes to the true character of her scapegrace nephew. She held her tongue, altered her will and died peaceably, leaving the castle and the estates to a niece of her own, Miss Catherine Power. When the will was read, young Patrick used language which is not generally popular in polite circles, cursed "the old woman," and expressed a hope that she was enjoying a warmer climate, and, riding off to John Carey's inn, remained for a whole fortnight there in a 6tate of savage drunkenness. In the meantime Miss Power arrived and took up her residence at the castle, and she had hardly been 24 hours there when the story of the dispossessed heif was related to her. It aroused all her womanly pity, and her immediate thought was, "How can I make amends?" She waited for a little time, thinking that her cousin might calL He made no sign. She ordered her horse and rode over to the inn where he had taken up his quarters, thinking perhaps to get a glimpse of him. He heard of her coming and kept out of the way. Then she sent him this "netit mot," which was carried by her groom: My Dear Cousin?i should very much like to shake hands with you if you have no objection. Will you come and take lunch with me some day soon ? Yours very truly, Catherine Power. The young man tore up the letter. The nest day he was in Castlebar. where he had a long talk with Peter Linnie. That worthy gave him very sensible advice, pointing out to him that in all possibility he was missing a great chance. Why shouldn't he capture the heiress and her money by honorable marriage and so make odd things even? "She's a handsome woman," said the lawyer, "and all the men are after her. Spake up to her like a gentleman and I'll lay odds on she'll have you." The result of this advice was that Blake dressed himself in his best, stuck a flower in his coat, mounted his horse, and rode off to Castle Craig. Thug smartened up, he was a strapping young fellow, handsome enough to catch any woman's eye. He was shown up into the drawing room, where he waited scowling and trembling, for he was not much used to fine society. A few minutes later a beautiful young woman, with a smile like a May morning, entered and made him welcome, greeting him like an old fripnrl Reiiu? in her heart verv sorrv for him, she was full of sympathy and effusion, and he went away strongly convinced that she would bo an easy conquest. For a little time after that Blake was a constant visitor at the castle, and being of good family he had no difficulty in getting invitations to other county houses where Catherine was a frequent guest He neglected his wild companions, paid strict attention to his wardrobe, and altogether seemed a reformed character. Hie cousin gave him every encouragement He rode with her, danoed with her and was constantly near her. "She's yours for the asking," said Peter Linnie, when the squireen reported progresa BY CAPTURE. IiUCIIANAN, tlie Sword," "God and the ' Etc. Blake himself was not so sure. He had many rivals, 6ome young like himself, others of maturer age and ampler fortune, and Catherine was civil to them alL The man he thought most dangerous was Philip Langford, who was certainly a great favorite with his cousin. He had almost forgotten the money prize in the personal fascination of the heiress. Her bold, frank manners, just touched with feminine tenderness, made havoc with his impetuous heart. He was tormented with jealousy whenever another man approached her, and Catherine, being a very woman, loved to fan the dame. At last one day when they were riding side by side through the woods he spoke out "I've been thinking, Kate, "he began. "Indeed, cousin?" said Catherine, smiling. "Isn't that something unusual?" "I've been thinking that this sort of nonsense can't go on forever. You waltzed with that fellow Langford five times last night and only gave me two square dances." "Mr. Langford waltzes beautifully," exclaimed Catherine. "D?n him!" muttered Blake, flushing crimson and scowling. "If you use language like that, I shall gallop off and leave you," said the lady, urging her horse to a trot; but her companion, reaching out his hand, A beautiful young woman altered. seized her bridle and brought her horse to a dead halt "Stop, I must speak to you," he cried. "It's been on my mind for a long time to tell you how much I love you. I do?vou must have seen it. Now, I'm your cousin, and all this place should have been mine, but that's all over now, Kate, and you're welcome to it all. It's you I want and not the money, and if you'll have me, Kate"? "So this is a proposal?" cried Catherine. "You mean, I suppose, that you want me to marry you?" Blake replied by leaning from his saddle and trying to take her in his arms, but she drew herself up and waved him back. "Cousin," she said, "I want you to do me a great favor." "Well?" "Never speak of this again. If you do, we shall cease to bo friends." "You don't mean that?" he cried angrily. "I do mean it There are two reasons, either of which should be sufficient. First reason, we are cousins, and I don't believe in the marriage of near relations; second reason, I like you very well as a relation, but should find you intolerable as a husband. I hope I'm not hurting your feelings, but in a case like this it's hotter to be quite frank." He released his hold on her bridle, and she trotted on, leaving him transfixed. When she had gone about 100 yards, she paused and beckoned. He remained stationary. She trotted back to him. "Come, cousin," she said brightly, "let'6 shake hands and end the matter forever. Surely we can still be friends?" He waved her hand aside and glared at her with bloodshot eyea His face was livid and his mouth worked convulsively. "If I don't have you, no other man shall," he said. "What nonsense!" Ti. ir.?'* T mnon tnhof T 41/ lOli U UUUOUiiEX^ -4. Uivuu ttumv a say." "Then you are very impertinent," returned the beauty, with a toss of the head, "and you had better go back to Mary Carey." "With this parting shot she rode away for tbo second time and never looked back till she disappeared. Mad and furious, Blake again resorted to his adviser, Peter Linnie. "It's as plain as a burn door," said that luminary. "Sho has hoard about Carey's daughter, and she's jealous, that's all. It's a good sign that, not a bad one. You must stick to her like her shadow and give her a hint that you don't care a brass farthing for anybody but herself. Never say die, my boy, and you'll win her yet, " The young man acted on the advice so given. Instead of sulking and flying to drink as be had at first felt inclined to do, he turned up again as if nothing had occurred. Catherine received him in the same manner, and the breach seemed entirely healed. A few days later, as they stood together one morning in front of the castle, Blake said quietly: "You-said something to me t'other day about Mary Carey. I hope you don't believe that scandal?" She looked him quietly in the face, but made no reply. .'.'Because," he continued, "because if you do believe it"? "Hush, there is Mr. Langford.'" 6he exclaimed, interrupting him as Langford came strolling across the lawn. The two men lunched with her ;hat day, and we fear she played one off against the other. They were a curious c ontrast?Blake, handsome, sullen and savage, like a good looking cub only half tamed, to good behavior; Langford, with his calm, clear cut . face, his courteous smile and his dark, passionate eyes. When Catherine looked at the former, her expression was merry, kind and almost ma* ternal. When she turned her eyeu on Langford, the expression grew grave and dreamy. Langford was the first to leave. When he had gone, Blake, who had taken rather too much wine, snarled savagely: "I hate that fellow. He's as sly as a fox and as cold blooded as a stoat." "He is my very good friend," said Catherine, "and I must ask you not to abuse him." "You mean your sweetheart," cried Blake, forgetting himself in his fury of jealousy. "I mean nothing of the kind, but even if it were so it would be no concern of yours." "Wouldn't it, by 1" exclaimed tie young man, utterly losing hi6 self control. "Remember what I told you." Pale with indignation, Catherine prepared to leave the room, but before she could do 60 Blake sprang up and closed the door. "Once more I ask you, will you marry me?" he cried, facing her. She looked him from head to foot tvith a gaze so cool, so contemptuous, lhat the hot blood mounted to his fsoe. Then, without replying, she quietly touched the hen. He came close to her and seized her two bands in bis. "Kate!" She tried to release herself, but he held her firmly, looking into her face. "Don't wake up the devil in me. Don't make me do what I might be forry for. You've robbed me of my birthright?don't go further and make me mad. As sure as you stand there I mean to have you, and if I can't win you by fair means I'll try foul." "You are not sober," o^e replied haughtily, "and you talk to me as if I were the girl of some low inn." Then releasing herself as the servant entered the room she said quietly: "Tell the groom to bring round Mr. Blake's horse at once." The servaut disappeared, while Blake 6tood like a man dazed, as indeed he was. Without looking toward him Catherine sat down at the piano and began to play?lightly, carelessly, letting her fingers wander idly across the keys. When she looked around, Blake had disappeared. A week passed, and there was no 6ign of him; a second week, and still no sign. She began to feci sorry, for though her heart was quite untouched blit* UUU1UII V ucxp uutliiiuiug w that she was partly to blame. Then came the mysterious assault in the woods, which wo have already described, and Catheriue's visit to Cladich castle under escort of the police. The moment she looked at her coudn Catherine had no doubt whatever that she had discovered her assailant. Up to that moment she had scarcely thought it possible that even Patrick Blake should have been guilty of such a "detise." Recovering herself in a moment and forcing a smile, she said: " Why haven't you been to see me? I have been expecting you every day. The youug man's face was a study. Shame, confusion and reckless audacity were all mingled there. He saw in a moment that his secret was discover-d, but ho did not seem to care. Answering the smile with one of ugly significance and glancing at Langfonl, he replied: "I thought maybe you might ht.vo pleasanter company." And then with a forced laugh and a shrug of the shoulders he strolled away into the ballroom. The moment he had gono Catherine's self possession left her. She trembled and seemed about to fall, when Langford stepped forward with an exclamation and supported her. "What is it?" he cried tenderly. "Nothing, nothing," she murmured. I*oc iticnlf-orl mn '' "Indeed, 110," she said gently. "For whatever has occurred I ani myself most to blame, but I am miserable, miserable. I wished to be friends with all the world, and I awaken only hatred in all I meet." "Catherine," said Langford, "there is but one way out of all your perplexity. I have told it before-?let me repeat it now. I love you. I have loved you from the moment we first met. Beoome my wife." His arm still encircled her waist, and ho drew her tenderly toward him. At first she seemed to yield, but it was only for a moment. Disengaging herself, she said quietly: "I shall never marry. I leve my liberty too well, and indeed all that I have seen of men makes me more and more afraid. You say you love me. Others have said the same thing. It is friendship, true friendship, that I need, not love." In a moment her high spirits came back to her. and she added with a laugh: " w nac a areauxui imiig n w wj uo a u woman, especially in Ireland, where t men are only half civilized! Pray, take me back to the ballroom." For several hours after she had gone ? to bed that night Catherine lay awake e thinking of Patrick Blake. When at n length she fell asleep, she dreamed of n him, and in the morning when she e awoke her brain was ringing with the echo of his threat, "If you won't have t] me, you shall never have any other I man." C The singularity of his manner puzzled n her, 60 did the strange coincidence of the mark upon his cheek. That she her- v self had been the means of placing it o there she did not for a moment doubt, h and yet it certainly seemed very strange, h "After all," she said to herself, "I li am glad I have made no one but Cap- u tain Kennedy acquainted with the fact of my having struck the man. That v part of the story 1 will continue to keep h to myself." e, She walked over to the window and looked out. The country for miles " around, lay Duriea aeep in sncwaruc. The little hamlets, with closed doors e and windows and snow laden roofs, lay like black spots on the vast waste of t white. Scarcely a soul was to be seen abroad, v for already walking was dangerous, and v still the snow was falling fast n "I shall not be able to leave the house ti today," said Catherine to herself, and 1 at the thought she did not feel altogether sorry. The idtia of walking abroad in a daylight, escorted by armed police, was c by no means pleasant to her. For a whole week, therefore, she re- h mained a prisoner. At the end of that t time a rapid thaw set in. The snow h dissolved and disappeared, leaving to the view a stretch of black bog land, dotted with dripping thatched cabins b and oozy with the recent fallen rain. e Panting, after her long confinement, t for a breath of f resh air, Catherine put on her hat and cloak one evening and walked in the slirubberies surrounding the castle. The toughs or the trees were dripping, and tha ground was spongy, _ but the air revived her and strengthened the courage which a week of quietness had brought. It made her form a re so- p lution to walk daily in the grounds until such time as nhe could shake off the 8 shackles of the ]?lice and drive abroad alone. ^ One evening about a fortnight from the time when this resolution was form- ^ ed she left the house to take her cus- ^ tomary walk in the grounds. It was not late, but the days were short, and g as she left the house she saw that a star ^ V?as already glimmering beyond the c peak of a distant hill and that night was beginning to fall. The sky was of a bluish gray, flecked here and there with floating mist, which settled in lit- gj tie clouds upon the hilltops, and the wind which touched her cheek was like an icy hand. The police, patrolling before the house, saluted as she passed by and watched her disappear among the trees of the park. She had walked for about ten min- a utes, choosing a narrow pathway, and w was about to turn into an avenue of a beech trees when there was a rustling a and scuffling among the boughs. She started. A man whose face was averted ^ from her was emerging from the dense brushwood through which she had first 0 passed. ? 'Why, he has no right to be here," nrv*cKa ocl/orl S' UlUU^UU UatUCllUC. AUVU OUV UQUVU. " What are you doing here? This part r of the park is quite private, [f you c want the house, it lies in that direc- a tion, and that is the pathway to the ^ road." Thus addressed, the man half turned " toward her, touched his hat and moved ^ on in the direction of the castle. # Cathei-ine moved on, too, pacing the c long beech avenue with erect head and r 1 She looked up and met the tender eyes of Mr. Langford. springing step. About a quarter of an . hour later, however, she was again 1 startled, again the trees rustled, and a suddenly sne saw a mau, weanug a crape mask, cautiously creep from the ?. coppice. f This time, before she could speak, be 1 leaped into the avenue and seized her round the waist. j* So petrified was she by this sudden attack that for a moment she could nei- ? ther move nor cry, but when she felt ? herself being lifted from the ground and carried toward the woods her pow- 8 er returned. She uttered a piercing 0 shriek and by a mighty effort tore herself from the assailant's grasp and ran s toward the castle. a Immediately rattles were sprung, voices shouted, whistles shrieked, and 11 lights flickered in the distance. But the ^ alarm, great as it was, seemed to have P no effect upon the ruffian. He raised his l' shrieking victim from the ground, put e his hand oyer her mouth and dragged 0 Ci unaj> Tf IKU tiggitiau iv&vv ouu waw he hand away and shrieked. i "Help, help! Will no one come?"* She tore, fought, struggled and ; creamed until all her strength seemed bbing from her Presently the low i inrmur of voices reached her ear She i ttered a wild, wailing sob and swoon- j d away. 1 "Musha, deal gently with her. See, banks be to God, she's comin round. l little more water, Pat Monnaghan. >ch, my curse and the curse of all good len on the villain that's doin this!" , It was Catherine's favorite old groom , rho BDoke as he leaned tremblingly : ver the form of hia mistress, who lay, alf swooning, her head resting on the eart of a man. The old man held a intern, the light of which was shed pon Catherine's face. For some time that face had been phite and cold, but now the blue lips ad turned to a delicate pink, and the yelids quivered, then unclosed. "Stand back," said a voice she knew 'She's all right now." 1 She looked up and met the tender 1 yes of Mr. Langford. "What has happened?" she aiked, rembling 1 "1 was coming along the avenue phen 1 heard a call for help. 1 ran forward and saw you struggling with a 3asked man. The moment I appeared he ruffian vanished. He was not alone, here were others with him, I'm sure." "My men are searching the place," aid the sergeant of police. "If the rasals are in the woods, we'll catch them." All Catherine's courage seemed to ave failed her. She dropped her head, ears blinded her eyes, and putting her and on Langford'sarm she said faintly: "Take me home." 1 Gently and tenderly he led her back 0 the castle. Meantime the police earched far and wide, but found no race whatever of her assailanta TO BE CONTINUED. pisrcUattfous Charting. BLANCO KEEPS ORDER. llotous Disturbances In the Capital of Cuba Have Ceased. peclnl to The Globe-Democrat. < Washington, August 28.?News as reached Washington from an at- i ache of the Cuban government who as been constantly in the city of 1 lavaua since the beginning of hostil- 1 ;ies between the Cubans and the j paniards, which discloses an interest- i ig condition of affairs in the Cuban apital. He says that the all-absorbing topic < mong the inhabitants is the prospect- i /e visit of the United States commis- i ion charged with supervision of the i military evacuation of the island, and r'ilh the exception of excited conver- i ations upon the streets and in the 1 afes regarding the outcome of this I isit, the city is in an enjoyable state ] f tranquility, and has resumed its J ctivity in a commercial way, the i rharves and docks taking on the < ppearance they wore before the block- < de by the American fleet played such < avoc with the shipping. The cultiated zoues about the city, established < y General Blanco for the production i f sufficient fresh food to enable the < ity to withstand a long siege, are still j eing worked for the benefit of the Dldiers and the starving poor, but the s icher inhabitants have ceased their < alls upon the government for food, nd the milk men, hucksters and ped- i lers from the surrounding country 1 ave again established their routes and I viug is almost as easy and cheap as i efore the blockade. i All places of amusement and cafes < losed during the blockade have been 1 eopened and enjoy a large patronage, 'he bands play in the plazas each i vening and promenaders throng the ] ,-alks. A bull fight was scheduled for s esterday, and the interest centering < bout the prospective fight drew at- i ention for the time away from the I Jnited States and the result of war. < The correspondent states that the redit for this condition of affairs 1 i largely due to Captain General Ra- I ion Blanco, who since the signing of i he protocol and the refusal of the i overnment to accept his resignation, i ..o all in his nnwer to restore < ao UUUV Mil ?U *?.w be tranquillity of the people and blot ut any feeling of hostility toward the Lmerican commission upon its visit to < be city. Nevertheless, he has charged . be police with the suppression of any ' atherings that might promote disor- ? er, and will closely guard the Ameri- i ans from any possible attack or insult. < n proof of his activity, through Police nspector Senor Perara, he has had ar- < ested and incarcerated during the i ist week a group of prominent Spanirds, whom he believed were forming i conspiracy to promote riots and dis- i rder during the visit of the American i ommission, and his harsh activity in bis case is likely to prevent others < rom attempting the game. The Spanish volunteers realize that i beir power is fast disappearing, and i ave ceased their acts of barbarity i oward the peaceful inhabitants. They j aye been informed that they will sot i e removed from the island, but A!? AMVMA tytnof ( trippeu Ul lucn aiuus auu luuovci^u ; ut of service, and will have to answer o the civil authorities, under the i upervision of Americans, for all their cts during the truce. < Sickness and suffering are prevalent a Havana, and many deaths result i aily from the yellow fever. The i ublic kitchens are still running, and i he poor throng before these places ach day to receive a small allowance f food. eral of the most prominent citizens of Havana that it is his intention to deliver the city in good order to the Americans, and put the reins of government in their hands in such a manner that they will be able to enter immediately upon their duties and take up the work at the exact point where he leaves off. The newspapers have ceased their attacks against the Americans, and most of the Spanish residents of the city fondly hope that annexation will be their fate, instead of an independent government dominated by the Cubans. General Blanco, however, is working to the end that both the Spanish and Cuban factions may be united in an amicable way. niuu 1 vnucv'T hp rrutvc i/ioun>iujiuni vr uuun,\o. 1 American Methods Are Being Rapidly Introduced In Santiago. A special dispitch to the Globe-Democrat, under date of the 27th ultimo, says that General Castillo, of the Cuban army, came to Santiago on the previous day, at the invitation of General Lawton, to have an interview with the American commander legarding the disbandment of the Cuban forces in the Santiago province. The two officers had a long talk at the palace, after which General Castillo returned to Boniato. General Castillo expressed the opinion that the disbandment of the Cubans could be effected without trouble, but nothing definite was decided upon. He said that the hostility of the Cubans growing out of the refusal of the Americans to permit joint military occupation of the conquered territory, with the Cuban flag floating over the palace beside the stars and stripes, was disappearing, and under advice of cool heads their scheme of making an armed demand for their alleged rights had been abandoned. The Cuban forces at Cobre, Boniato, Gibara and other places in the mountains are subsisting on the country, and have made no applications to General Lawton for rations. Complaints from the railroad companies and plantation owners of depredations are received occasionally, but as a general thing good order prevails in the province. General Lawton today instructed General Wood to formulate a plan of civil government based on the old re *iL TT . x ! 1 < gime, who mouincauons. ne ininKS it advisable that the number of officers necessary to the government of the city should be fixed immediately. General Wood will fix the the salaries and make the nominations, which will be submitted to General Lawton for his approval. Native officers will be appointed as far as possible, as they understand the language and temper of the people better than the Americans do. The police force is to be organized. The force will be increased, and the sentinels, whose'presence in the city arouses discontent, will be withdrawn and called into service only on special request to guard life and property. The Fifth infantry has garrisoned all cf the central places. Each garrison is under command of two or more officers, and is in readiness for any emergency that may arise. The orders prohibiting or limiting the sale of commodities by licensed venders have all been rescinded. General. Shafter's regulation requiring vessels to remain unloaded in the barbor until all of the duties upon their cargoes have been paid has been abolished, and the public warehouses and wharves have been thrown open to commerce. One of the wharves has been reserved for public use. Gen. Lawton has ordered that the stars and stripes be displayed upon public buildings from sunrise to sunset. Carrying arms by troopers, except when on duty, is prohibited, and sentries will not be allowed to load their guns except upon the order of an cfficer. Four earthquake shocks were felt bere between 11.10 and 11.15 o'clock this morning. They were felt most along the water front, where the buildngs were swayed, glassware was shaken and broken, and floors were tracked. Vesuvius Killed 100.?The.unique iynamite cruiser Vesuvius has joined Admiral Sampson's squadron in New Vork bay. The Spaniards called her 'The hurler of earthquakes." Commander John E. Pillsbury talked interestingly of his vessel. "Her guns," said he, "were very effective in their work. The Vesuvius is a great success." The dynamite cruiser only fired 26 shots at the batteries defending the entrance to Santiago harbor. The charges of gun cotton varied from 100 to 200 pounds, the aggregate of the explosive hurled at Santiago's defenses being estimated at 4,0Q0 pounds, or as one of the officers put it, "Ten times as much as would be necessary to blow up every ship now in New York bay, " -* ^ *1 including tne squaaroo over mwc, auu the countless other boats." Captain Caucas, of the Spanish flagship Maria Teresa, told Captain Pillsbury that one of the Vesuvius' shells 3truck the barracks between the lighthouse and Morro Castle and killed over 100 soldiers. Being unarmored, the Vesuvius did all her work at night. The Spaniards could have knocked her to pieces in daylight. VST Woman tempted man to eat; but he took to drinking whiskey himself.