Evening Star Newspaper, June 2, 1923, Page 22

THE MYSTERY GIRL A Thrilling Detective Story BY CAROLYN WELLS. (Copyright, by J. e SYNOPSTS OF PREVIOUS INSTALLMENTS. John Waring, gentleman a Just won the liotiy contested ele: residency orintie College, & 1o scholar, has to the venerable nis tured widow D achieved and 3§ roxr futi sured, is yet an instant’s hesitation before bm answers in the afirmative tion, *Are you entire! 4 Tnto this guiet + Fhroug) s most ex oarding kept by Mrs. Adams and her husband, ~Old Salt.t . F Biving her name ws Anita Auetin, the fory iri® refuses' o diviige any’ iuformation arding herself or her business in Corinth Ehe show, i Dr oceus ering with Kisses. She s Invited to tea at tha bold, consinting of dnctar. Pevion, Lin hos r: her daughte Helen, and Cordon lockwood, his secretary Tpon ' meeting ler. dohn Warmg iv visibly aftectad u W boiding Crashes fioor, © H s nis Rancee, however. that he are seen or met, Anits Austin Mr The That same Sunday evening the War- ing household dined alone. . Oftener than not there guests, ‘but to- night there were only the two Pey- tons, Lockwood and John Waring himself. Ito, the butler, had holiday afternoon and evening, and Nog! second trying his best tlons of Mrs at table. Helen nood and cc aller of the She met mother was absorbed in_the training the Japanese, and the two osed to pursue the sub- ragedy. were inday the to satisfy the exac- Peyton as to his service was in the vou Helen ask “0dd looking, think she's 0dd look- d of Dr. Waring. he repsated; “T don't know. T didn't notice her especial She seemed to a rather distin guished “Disting Lockwood. tomorrow senden take hed is the word.” zgreed “What about the lecture r? Will Fes- o ! smiled. nd less experienced man, was | lkative | B. Lippincott 0o.) by Lockwood, whose experience made him aware of what books his Thiet would need, and he began at once to take them from the shelves. “Right,” Waring said, looking over the a ful of volumes Lockwood pi cd on the desk and seating himself in the swivel chair. “Bring me Marcus Aurelius, {please, and Martial.” “The classic touch,” too, Lockwood | “Yes, it adds dignity, bit shy of material ted, good-naturedl: Lockwood. You may go, If you like.” “No, sir. ' T'll stay until 11 or so. pretty busy with the reports, too, some one may call whom I care of. H ood chap you are, Lockwood. I | #ppreciate jt. Very well, then, don't bother me unless absolutely neces- if_one | I'm ' and can tak left the room « door behind him This door gave on to the end of the hall. and the hall ended then, In a roomy window seat, and also :held a book rack and table; altogethe: a comfortable and useful nook, fre. j quently _occunied by | wood. The window looked out on the beautiful lake view. as did the Breat study window. and it also commanded & view of the highroad on which |stood, not far away, the Adams boara. 1 ing house, Lockwood lodged Te convenient waking hours w ployer's home. had p ed himself to be, for his pre- science amounted almost to eclairvoy n. d his turbability c in keeping or things away from and there, as being but most of hi re spent in his em- So, he det 2 on guard, lest ‘a chance cal ould come to disturb the doctor at his work But Lockwood’s own {somewhat neglected. Try as he would to concentrate upon it, he could | not entirely dismiss from his mind a | certain mysterious little. face, whose | meaning eluded him. For once, Gor- don Lockwood, reader of faces, was bafled. He couldn’t classify the girl fwh wis both rude and both. cruel snd pathetic. For cruelty wa in the knowing e s and firm 1it- outh of N Mystery. And be- rdon Lock- A perfect secretary he | { work was charming, | what this expert | yecognize the condition, distasteful thought it be. At 9:30 Nogl came with a tray bear- Ing water and glasses. Under the watchful eye of Mrs. Peyton the Jap- anese tapped at the study door and, in response to the masters bldding. went In with his tray. He left it punctiliously on the table directed, and, with his characteristic bow, de- parted again. At 10:30, Mrs. Peyton and Helen went upstairs to their rooms, the housekeeper having given Nog! strict and definite instructions, which in- cluded his remaining on’ dutiy until the master should also retire. And the night wore on. A clear, cold night, with a late-ris- ing moon, past the full, but still with ite_great yellow disc nearly round. 1t shone down on what seemed like tairyland, for the sleet that had cov- ered the trees with a couting of ice, and had fringed eaves and fences with Icicles, had ceased, and left the glittering landscape frozen and sparkling in the still, cold alr. And when, some hours later, the un rose on the same chill scene its rays made no perceptible impression on the cold and the mercury stayed down at its lowest winter record. And so, even the stolid Japanese Ito shivered, and his yvellow teeth chattered as he knocked at Mrs. Pey- ton’s door in the early dawn of Mon- day morning. “What is it?" | from her bed to unbolt her door. ! rave news, madam.” and the ori- | ental bowed before her. “What has happened? Tell me, Ito R am not sure, madam-—but, the ! master- ! “Yes, what about Dr. Waring’ | “He is—he is asleep in his stud | sleep in his study! Ito, what do vou mean?” “That, madam. His bed is unslept {in. His room door ajar.. I looked in | the study—through from the dining | room—he 1s there by his desk——" Ito—you said asleep!” adam—but—I do not know, gi—he Is gone. i Where to?" also, .1 do not she cried, springing “That, know. Wil adam come ‘and 100k ? | "“No; T will not!" I know something happened! I knew something Would happen! Ito, he I8 not asieep— We do mot | “Find out! Go in and speak to But, “Locked! The study door locked. and Dr. Waring still in there? How do you know?" - “I peeped from the dining room window—and I could see him, leaning down on his desk.” “From the dining room window! ‘What do you mean” “The small little inside windows. Madam knows?" The study had been added to tha Waring house after the house had heen built for some years, Wherefore, | the door is locked. 1 tried stent and curlous-minded person ml%ht discern some parts of the study. he stalned glass sashes were im- movable, and were there more of a decoration than for utility's sake. And it was through these peep- holes that Ito had discovered the presence of Dr. Waring In his study at the unusual hour of 7 o'clock in the mornin The Japanese, true to his tribal ir- stinct, showed no agitation, and_his calm demeanor helped to soothe Mrs. Peyton. Byt as she hastily dressed herself, she\decided upon her course of action. Her first impulse wa to call her daughter, but he concluded not to disturb the girl. Instead, she tele- phoned to Gordon Lockwood, and asked him to come over as soon as he _possibly could. ~ Old Salt took the message, smitted it to the secretary. ‘What's the matter over there?’ and i Mrs. Peyton seemed all on edge, ‘s far's 1 could judge from her volce—but she only said for you to come over." “All right, I'll go !get dressed.” Once ~ out of doors, Lockwood couldn't fail to be impressed with the beauty of the morning landscape. One {of the most beautiful bits of New England scenery, it was newly love- {1y _in its sheath of ice. | Lockwood’s hasty steps crunched through the crusted snow, and he hurried over to the Waring house. Ito_opened the door for him and Mrs. Peyton met him in the hall. Sométhing has Qappened to Dr. Waring.” she said at once; “he stayed in the study all night. | “Why? What do you mean? the secretary. . “Just that. His yoom door is still open, and his bed hasn't been slept in. Also, Ito says he can see him in {the study, through the dining room window. 1—I haven't looked—" “Why don’t you go in?" “The study door s locked. “Locked! "And Dr. Waring still in soon as I can- asked SATURDAY, JUNE 2, 1823 - Learn a Bird a Day By Lucy Warner Maynard th es: I think he must ke-—or, something—-—" Vonsense! He's just asleep. overworked of late, anywa Well, I'm glad vou're here.” And Mrs. Peyton looked relieved. You see about it, Mr. Lockwood, won't you?" The se study doo ave had a He's Warbling Vireo: Vireo gilvus. Length 5% dnches. Upper parts grayish-green; no wing- bars. Under parts white, with yellowish Resident (not common) from April 28 to September 10; winters in the tropics. ‘Warbling vireos are town birds, and when you wish to make their acquaint- ance you must take your opera glass and go to our city parks or to the Smithsonian grounds rather than to the woods. 'etary went first to the He rapped, and then he trled the door. and then rapped again, very loudly. But no response came,’ and Lockwood returnad to the dining room. “Can vou see through tnat glass he asked in surprise, noting the thick, leaded mosaic of pleces. “Yes, sir, through this corner,” Ito directed him. and peering through, Lockwood discerned the figure of John Waring. He sat at his desk, his body fallen slightly forward, and his head drooped on his breas “‘Sound asleep,” sald Lock woo bis tone carried no conviction. slightly washed , but They will be found in the WARBLING VIREO. upper stories of large trees, where they | (To be continued tomorrow.) nests and wible the some celestial flute or flageolet, never | out of tune and never failing to charm."” | Warbling vireos have no distinguish- | ing marks and their soft tints are| | almost exactly those of a poplar leaf. (Copyright, L. W. Maypard.) D. C. MAN HONORED. J. F. Ballenger Heads Big Veter- ans’ Organization in Detroit. John F. Ballenger, formerly of Washington, son of Mr. and' Mrs. James A. Ballenger, 439 Second strest southeast, has been made di- rector of the Servicemen's Central Bureau of Detroit, a relief organiza- tion of veteran Mr. Ballenger was born in Wash- tngton and educated in the public achools, later taking special courses in George Washington University. He, was with the Veterans’ Bureau hefe in the rehabilitation division, and according to dispatches from De- troit, had been made chief of re- habiiitation there before he resigned to_enter business. The bureau of which he is now chief , was organized by delegates | from various societies of veterans. and is backed by the Community Union with an annual fund of $100.000. His offices are Bullding. Attention, > in the Krolik Busir.ess property, | building, containing large store, 2 garage and fireproof wareho | claims as the cause of their separa- DENIES ‘WIFE’S CHARGES. B T Frank R. White Blames Navy Lieutenant for Separation. Frank R. White, architect, today filed answer in the' District Supreme Court to the suit for an absolute di- vorce brought by his wife, Eula G. White, in which she said he makes $40,000 & year and owns an Interest in_three apartment houses. Mr. White denies charges of mis- conduct alleged by his wife and also informs the court that his inconfe consists of a drawing account of $400 per month and a contingent Interest in three propertics in the event of a sale at a profit. He sets out his expenses at $380 per month. White says he has supported his wife and child out of an estate that came to him and which has been exhaust- ed. He also went through $3,000 bor rowed from his mother and iz in debt with his assoclates to malntain his family. The husband charges that his wife recelves the attention of a lieutenant in the Nav which he tion Investors! a. ave. near 2lst n.w.; 3-story 2 y fine apts., 2-car brick use; can be bought on very good terms. We advise your imntediate inspection. We have several high-class apartment and business properties in best locations to ofier at a sacrifice. COR. 7TH AND E STS. N.W. PHONE MAIN 3308 | the dining room, previously with a lake view from its windows, was cut | off from that view. But the windows, three small, square ones, remained, and so. looked into the new study. However, the study, a higher ceil- ing being desired, had its floor sunk en six feet or more, which brought the windows far too high to ses hang their pensile happy days away. to be the sweetest of the vireo singers, I and Langille characterizes their song || { sorry, for I'm & of this indubitable element in her nature. he deemed her pathetic. Haolk However, | Which shows how much she interest- Jook up_ o his evening, | ed hin and I shall be v | At 2 . O conie will” lag; Mrs. | while his work waited. And, then, he | Teton i were ncver caught un- | thought of other things—for he had troubles of his own, had this super- Irl!.()us youn, T And troubles | through from the study side, but one which galled hi; more, that they | could look through them from lhal id—money troubles, in fact. | dining room. The original sashes had | whole nature revolted at the mere | been replaced by beautiful stained | i thought of cenary considerations, | glass, opaque save for a few tiny ‘h t if one is short of funds one must’ transparent bits through which a per- ofoafoalpesdeadiairels The Apartment Unique Unsurpassed Neighborhood “@aktregt" FIRST Exclusive Surroundings Convenient Loggtion | . Wonderful View of the Entire City and PICTURESQUE ROCK CREEK PARK These are thought fire and York has an average of o every twenty-one minutes, da. ought about her | ht s “an inimitable melody like that of RN = Waring hle THE ARGONNE | O"ERA“ONS e 3 e Michigan Park On Columbia Road at 16th Strect N.W | 12th and Michigan Ave. N.E. PESIOEIEE00OESI0 A neighborhood of enhancing value. zoned and restricted. Individ- ual or group building lots and properly con- structed houses. and bungalows Take “Brookland” car to end of route. Your broker or Middaugh & Shannon, Inc. Woodward Bldg., 15th & H EDGEMOOR You do not have to wait for the trees to grow You need have no fear of your neighbor building and Magnificent 8-story absolute fireproof building with every obstructing your view. i convenience. Apartments contain large bright rooms, spacious closets, tile bath with all built-in fixtures, pedestal lavatory and shower connections. The floors are of hardwood, highly pol- ished, light oak mahogany doors with white trimmings. The walls are tinted a beautiful soft buff. A telephone is provided in every apartment, for which there is no service charge. All lots are at least 60 ft. wide. Many Iots contain {rom one-half to an acre of ground. There will be an “Ole Swimmin' Hole” right on the property. OFFICE ON.PROPERTY CONSULT YOUR BROKER There will be a 150-ft. Park for 3,508 ft. along Four Mile Run Creek. 24-Hour Telephone You do not have to WAIT for improvements to be put in. Gravel roads are being built Reasonably Priced e Immediate , Possession Apartments of 3 Rooms, Bath and Porch ; 6 Rooms and 2 Baths Water mains are being laid. Building Materials —from our immense wrscking operations—from Army Camps, wrecking jobs throughout the city and surplus sales through- out the country— ' Permit us 10 offer you new and salvaged materials at a wonderful saving. Lumber Windows Tollet Outfits Sinks Building is already under way. Building restrictions are being enforced. and Elevator ement sidewalks, 5 inches deep, with no danger of reaking, are being laid. Service There will s nts for i vements. e will be no assessments mprove J— There will be large stone pillars marking entrance and Brick street intersections. - Furnaces Boilers Lavatories Bathtuba Eleetric Fixtures Note These Prices New bathroom outfit, com- plete . Wallboard, per sq f Reclaimed, rands Tenz th 3 Reclaimed, regular Tengths ..... Rrand-new . 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