The Daily Alaska empire Newspaper, May 1, 1930, Page 6

e, o S ‘THE DAILY ALASKA EMPIR , THURSDAY, MAY 1, 1930. urd SYNOPSIS: The San Lucas Island estate .of Don Parados, unscrupulous, hated tyrant of his own secluded domain, is pervaded by a spirit of omi- | nous fear. Allan Hunt, who comes to check on Parados’ art collection, is perplexed by the outbursts of strange behavior at every turn. Parados sends Hunt to his room and retires to | his library, announcing he won't | altend dinner that night. Hunt | by chance, discovers a comely | girl apparently trying to steal @ portrait from Parados’ collec tion. He interrupts her and is struck by her beauty. A queer little man, who introduces him- self as Anatole Flique, appears and takes charge of the situa- | tion. The gifl reveals herself as Caroline Brent, last of the family whose art collection Parados once bought. Flique percuades Caroline to stay for dinner, aséuring her that Par- ados won't be there. Chapter 4 THE GENIUS OF FLIQUE Mrs. Parados, whom we met in the reception hall, had been a finc- | looking woman in her day, but shc was 40 now. | Experience and artifice had en ameled her face with that hardnes. which a man carries better & woman. She gave me a smile, but her ¢ brows ascended and Caroline turn2d imploringly to Flique. “This is my charming friend Mile. Brent,” he beamed. “May I beg a room for her and a place at your table?” “Yes, indeed,” the woman an- swered. “I must have been out when you arrived.” “Did I not Flique interposed moiselle Brent is one trious Brents, of whom monsienr your husband has spoken. Mon- sieur called in those famous ones, Morrison and Hunt, and to assist them, who is more competent than amademoiselle, the last of her line?” I wondered what Parados would say when he came out of his li- brary. | “I didn't know my husband had than mysei?” neatly. “Made- of the il meet her sent for you, Miss Brent.” ‘} “Ah, that husband of " Flique chuckled. “He is the mademoi- | nal, yes. Monsieur met selle in San Francisco.” Carolines embparrassment was pitiable. It must have touched Muis. Parados. “We are glad-to have you with us, anyhow,” she said “You are very kind, Mrs. Para- dos,” she said. “I hadn't expected to stay—but M. Flique insisted—" “M. Flique has a way with him,” Mrs. Parados remarked, dryly. A light footfall drew our eyes up the handsome staircase. Cella was descending clowly, lovely in a din- rer gown. Mrs. Parados’ hands were clenched. The hatred in her eyes' as she looked up at Celia shocked me. Celia was smiling. | i | | { | Johns' manner was nervous. suddenly demanded. “Come, ma cherie,” and he took Celia’s hand| and led her to Caroline. “I present my little friend, Mile Brent. This/ golden one is our Celia Ferris, mademoiselle. You will be friends, yes? It cannot be otherwise.” We were all laughing now, even; Mrs. Parados, and I began to ap- preciate the peculiar genius of Ana- tole Flique. “M. Flique is a dear and he says nothing so nicely that we love to Misten,” Celia said lightly. Caroline laughed. “You are more than kind, you and Mrs. Parados.| I know I shall love San Lucas.” “It’s enchanting,” Celia drawled. “My little friend has the mis- fortune to be without a dinner gown,” Flique interposed irrele- santly. “There is a little georgeite the color of mademoiselle’s eyes in your wardrobe—" “Oh, surely,” Celia interrupted. “Come along, Miss Brent, We've just five minutes.” Celia linked her arm in Caroline's they flew up the handsome | right, | twentieth—um—anniver: l wedding, madame?” Flique inquir er at i BCOTH = should have come ten years ago.” “It desolates me that you madame,” Flique replied gravely. “Today is madame’s birth- day,” he said gently, “and thec y of hor I feliciinic ed. yes? Ma, Mrs. Parados’ face was hardened. She stared at Flique, and then,| ob, fled up the stair. femme curieuse,” Flique Come, my friend, M. r is in the sun-room.” Professeur,” whom we 13 a Newspapar, was a man with brown -lensed glavses, rd and a slightly nor- le Profe M. le found rca eyes and (b neat gray b yous m r. Flique introdu as Herb hns, the eustodiar the fort “Mr. Parad ing,” Professo ably, “but I exp “It would be partner, of pointed out, explanation. “Mo: n was Flique excusc himself remark th to prepare the other end of the ¢ “I am inter ping into a cha “Mine?” he mu eyebrows. “I wis An underlying trated the delicate ness of his e “of proper you have lived in it and tal of it long enough to justif; speaking of it as your own “So it would seem after 20 years, he agreed, drumming nerv his chair. “But life itself is only 2 tenancy. Nothing is permanent. cept death, and our silly dreams don't count then. talking nonsense,” and his negative personality again was steeped in his smile. bitver surface wist queer, you won't mind, ¢h?” 1 was touched by the beaten look in John's magnificent eyes. “People out of the common have a fascination for me,” I laughed. “You are busy?” He nodded. “I'm working on a text book on marine biology. Are you interested in that sort of thing?” “I'm afraid you'll find me a dulllgineers have an ambi pupil,” I grinned. Flique was sealing an envelope. He proceeded to address it. Professor Johns drummed on the arm of his chair. “M. Flique is at- tached to the Paris Surete. I un- |derstand he is their cleverest in- vestigator.” This significant bit of informa- tion, left me with a cold feeling. A Jittle gong sounded and I followed Professor Johns into the dining room. | (Copyright, 1930, William Morrow and Company) A “game of murder!” Tomor- row finds this strange mixture of dinner guests playing it. PR GEVAERT FILMS AT — Dinnér Specials at Mabre’s Cafe? NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Commissioner's Court for the Territory of Alaska, Division Number One. Before A. W. FOX, Commissioner and ex-officlo Probate Judge, Ju- neau Precinct. In the Matter of the Estate of JAMES WALLACE, Deceased. NOTICE 1S HEREBY GIVEN, That H. L. Faulkner was, on the 9th day of April, 1930, appointed administrator of the estate of James Wallace, deceased. All persons having claims against the estate of said deceased are required to present them to the undersigned at 424 Goldstein Build- ing within six months from the date of this notice. 9, 1930. H. L. FAULKNER, Administrator. - |First publication, April 10, 1930, Last publication, May 1 1930. ( _A" are | a] P T | contrel work on Mississippi River. 1! - trcua high But here I am ® “You must come over | “Who is this golden one?” the as often as you please. We'll have soprano voice of Anatole Fligue some good talks. If you find me‘m ALASKA SCENIC VIEWS adv| MADAGASCAR MAY ¢ /M AT THE HEAD OF MY IN HYPNOTISM AN’ IF- L CANT MAKE A LiL ANGEL OUTTA NAME AINT ASHUR LIRL POLLY AND HER PALS CORRESPONDENCE CLASS ] I REFLUSE TGIWVE MY CONSENT TO THE EXPERIMENT, TILL Y'6HOW ME T — THATS EASY UNK, ALLILL DO 15 LOOK HER IN THE EYE. YOURE A GOOD LITTLE GIRL. GERTRUDE! You NEVER WAS A LIKE THIS, AN' SAY - BAD LITTLE GIRL! SSUOYOURE JUST 22 ) A HAPPY e LITTLE @ & WASHINGTON, May 1.—Seek- $25 000000 for the year's work, in 1930 will con- r within bounds. program of flood launched, after the d waters of three ye: pro- tectlon, S has reached a point de- satisf: With the propassed appropriation, $89,000,000 will have been spent of 5,000,000 provided for a 10- stm will go for work along the river" will be slightls strengthened this year, constructed. stretch of levee 100-mile the will be elevated and but- t southeast Arkan- Louisiana from Army en- sider the lat- st section of tie Mi: work is to be vi construction of back levce be and New Mad miles from the regular 30 miles long, it is take care of 70 mile To safeguard New Orl ed the point of greates Y Point five of in the Bonnet C: way, which is exp: pleted within two This spillway, ne: T City, opens into Lalc Ponchartrain, and will be used to kecp the gauge at New Orleans below the danger line. Most of the work on the great project is by contract with the trend this year toward larger con- tracts. Revetments, however, are constructed by Government plants and hired labor. It is explained that the plant necessary for the latter work is so expensive and the work so uncer- tain and varying that no contractor has found it expedient to purchase the necessary equipment. ol B R UPPLY RUBBER PLANTS FOR U. S. Have you triea tne Five o'Clock ‘WASHINGTON, May 1. — The prospect that the United States may become a factor in rubber pro- duction has been enhanced by the successful cultivation the past year of rubber plants in southern Cali- fornia and Florida. Dr. Charles F. Swingle of the de- partment of agriculture who re- cently brought the plants from Madagascar, thein native home, re- ports that they withstood the win- ter climate without damage. The plant is known as Euphorbia intisy. and grows to a height of 20 feet. It is especially desirable for the manufacture of automobile tires, Dr. Swingle said, of in the world. ————ee — during February. —————— AGFA-ANSCO FILMS AT ALASKA SCENIC VIEWS adv the “Cans” next year. A H | tory by the on—‘ uth ban’ of the Arkan- | rtensive effort to keep | | |D. C. Death Reveals Poverty ‘ Of Portuguese Leader AN' FROM THEN ON, ID | SORTA LET NATURE TAKE e LISBON, Ma da Costa, Portugal’'s war: mander-in-Chief and former Presi- dent of the Republic who died in December, left no money for his widow and large family. It was even learned that the medals and other honors bestowed upon him six crowned heads ten presidents as well as his treasured sword, presented by Dom Carlos a reward for his victories in Africa, were pledged to money lenders A subscription was raised to re- deem the starry tokens of the mar- shal's remarkable courage which were carried by six of his aides be- hind the funeral carriage. The Government has granted his widow $150 a month and his grand- children will be educated at public expense. DOUGLAS NEWS BETTER HOMES PROGRAM | SCHEDULED TONIGHT | f A worthy program, sponséring Beitcr Homes, is the entertainment offered for this evening at 8 o'clock at the Congregatiohal church ag the |, in event here of the week which | has been set aside by the' Presi- dent of the United States and known as “Better Homes” woek Mrs. Charles Sey s chairman of the | crganization on the Island, having: been appointed from Washington, | m Each night this week, an instruc- tive and entertaining program come from Juneau, released o KFIU, and received here with| pleasure by everyone fortunate enough to listen in on them. The programs came in fine and clear and were a credit. S e - COMMEMORATE ANNIVERSARY 111th anniversary owship was appro] 4 by Alaska Lodge A-1, here | night. Enjoyment of the fes- was confined to members the Odd TFellow and Rebekah odnos and their families t‘ ‘e the children played games |, cnj the | slder folk piayed eards for pastime.] Seven tables were engaged in play, | with the fecllowing prize winners: Mrs. Gertrude Laughlin and Rang-l nar Kromquist, first prizes, and, in of A fdr The el af It is a shrub or small tree|cent record. which thelelub, an ivery carving United States is the leading maker rected by Rev. Phillip Pauer has Dated at Juneau, Alaska, April| Producers’ sales of leaf tobacco are being sent to the main office in Virginia totalled 13,685,725 pounds as samples of the first ivory earv- Mrs. John G. Johnson and Sante| Degan, second prizes. Refresh- ments were served after the cards. e T “BITS O' BLARNEY” IS MUSICAL EVENT COMING | Tickets for the operetta, "lfi o Blarney,” to be staged “by* the boys’ and girls’ glee clubs, of the! Douglas high school, will be placed | on sale tomorrow. The date the, operetta will be given is Saturday, May 10. The students arc prac- ticing hard for the event. GOVERNMENT SCHOOL ! ENDS DOUGLAS TERM ! | The regular work cf th> Govern- ment school closed Tuosday, with the annual schosl pic: Oving to the rainy weather, this was held in the school building. Final exami- nations Wednesday completed the year’s work, 25 children havinz been enrolled during the term, 21 being local. The averags dof nt-]. tendance was 16 with a 9507 per Two pupils, Clara ;and Lucy Kuich, have 100 per |eem attendance to their credit. The “Wekantoo” (We Can Too) clags di-' finished seven articles—book marks, paper knives, and stilettos, Which ing in Southeast Alaska schools. The class has been working a short time. They expect to 'lluwI Larry airplane concern. jcommercial plane Parks. 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