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^ serial T? L STORY J TT lhe , Isolated Continent A Romance of the Future ■■ e By Cufclo von Horvath and Dean Hoard Oosrn,:k W1-V t” W G Cbannisn la Lbs LiUWS blalaa and Great MrlLata. 1 CHAPTER I. Astra's Inheritance. A gloomv foreboding of approaching Alaaster hung over the capital. Hannibal Prudent, ex-l’resldent of the United Republics, was dangerous ly 111. The people walked quietly and talked tn subdued tones, as though they feared to disturb him. Hannibal Prudent, the scientist whose Invention had saved the coun try, was eighty-four years old. but he had carried the weight of his years ■ghtly and had worked unceasingly. On a flying trip to Labrador he had contracted a severe cold which devel oped Into pneumonia. Just as the dis ease was nearing the crisis a curious thing happened, something that had *ot happened in the half-century which had passed since he had put an taoiator between America and the •Cher continents. A wireless message bad come from Burope. The great man had been awakened by the ringing of the 4.5 'O-mile bell on the small electro-stylograph that stood by hie bedside. To his astonishment (he indicator that automatically reg istered the sending station pointed to ■•rlin. Germany. He stared in amaze ment at the instrument and saw spark tallowing spark on its small, square, milk-glass plate. He put forth a shaking hand and ad- fasted the receiving horn. The elec tric sparks then formed a picture—a moving picture that talked! A man tn military uniform looked at him ftwm the picture and a clear voice with a German accent said in English: “Professor Prudent?" "Tee. sir. Hannibal Prudent." The figure bowed reverently. “I am Count Von Werdenstein. As you see, I have bored through your isolating rays with my sparks of electricity. This is the beginning. The next time I talk to you there will be nothing to keep the fleet of consolidated Europe from entering the ports of the Ameri cas. I am giving you this warning be muse I admire you—you were my honored father’s teacher.” The figure on the plate bowed again, then vanished. Hannibal Prudent gazed curiously at the glass of the apparatus, trying to believe that he had experienced a ▼talon; but when he saw the words of : Werdenstein clearly printed by the magnificent instrument on a sheet of paper by the stylus he fainted. The vitality that could combat physical Buffering could not bear the menacing mws that the little instrument had brought. When he opened hie eyes his daugh ter Astra stood at the bedside and the bouse physician was counting bis pulse. The scientist still held Wer- denstein's message crumpled up in his old fingers—the meesage that con veyed such crushing news. Impatient ly, as one who knows his time is short, he asked to be left alone with his daughter. As the door closed behind the doctor he cried out in agony: "All my hopes and all my life work are threatened. I had hoped that here where I had established It peace would •bide—peace that has spread comtort, contentment and happiness over our continent; peace that created and conserved fortunes greater than any •ver before known to man; peace that permitted developments so high that •ven the boldest would not have dared to dream them fifty years ago. "All this will go.” His voice failed for a moment. "Read this.” As the •tartled girl read Werdensteln's mes sages he cried bitterly: "They want vengeance." He felt his own pulse, watching the large chronometer on the wall opposite his bed. "My will Is In the safe In my library. Here is the key The Europeans think that the Z-ray alone hinders them from entering our beloved country, but they •re mistaken.” He gasped for air. "I will defy them again. Astra, write what I have to say.” His breath came gaspingly; his clear •yes grew dull; a whirlwind seemed to possess the great brain that had been able to create peace In America tor half a century. Astra watched him with apprehen sion; she did not speak, as she real ised that It would be a waste of time, •nd the short time left her adopted father was precious Indeed. The old man rested a moment, then seeing Astra was ready, he said: “When the Isolation has been brok en through or destroyed (both are pos sible, If one knows how), then new Isolations must be created, one ray after another. We can gain a year that way. and that year must be used to prepare for war. Warl That hor ror will destroy the work of a peace ful country. But we are forced to it; we will win, and peace will coms for Plans are ready for a new craft T The midnight visitor was Ranntba? HOUDAN FOWL IS ECONOMIC that will be invincible. Navigation of Frudeut. the greatest scientist of ths the air will solve the problem." His new world. Not Only Is It Excellent Tsble Breed, The President spent the morning voice had grown so weak that Astra but Is Also Good Loyer of Eggs could hardly understand him, but she preparing dispatches for the represen snd Noneltter, had taken every word down in short tatives of the European and oriental nations. He gave them twenty-four hand. Of all the French breeds the Houdnn "Don’t grieve when I am dead. I hours to order their vessels from Is undoubtedly the tuoet economic. died tn peace. All my life I have been American waters, advising them that Not only Is it a good table breed a true apostle of that gospel—but if they had not obeyed the order In when Judged by the quality of Its hurry! Hurry to the island of—" He that time the United States would not flesh, but It ts an excelleut layer of drew himself up with his last be responsible tor their future. good sited white eggs, and la a non- The new laws that had been forma sitter. Newer breeds of fowls which strength; an inarttculate sound came from bis llpe; he beckoned to Astra lated by the United States govern have been Introduced during recent for the pencil and paper and forced ment and which were so objectionable years have rather overshadowed It, to the powers would stand, and the but few If any of these can lay claim hts shaking band to write one word: "Clrynlth.” ran the zigzag lines of United States would see that thoy to superiority over it in utility points. the shaking old hand, then the pencil were enforced. No doubt the crest had much to do fell from his fingers. Calm stole over ] Three days later Hannibal Prudent with the decline suffered by the Hou- the face of the man who had lived for ' created a current of the Impenetrable dan. many poultry keepers not caring one great Idea. "Peace.” He had found ' Z ray that isolated the whole Ameri for crested fowls, owing to the fact It, but his last words advised "War.” can continent from the rest of the that In wet weather the head adorn Astra looked sorrowlngly at her fa world. ments got saturated and caused colds ther. Tears filled her eyes ae she J Fifty years had passed; fifty years among the birds, but a lltle consider of Independent peace. The Central ation for them in tho way of shelter called the doctor. But Hannibal Prudent had reared and South American republics had during periods of rain would have min her, and after the first burst of grief joined the great United States and a imized any prejudice agalust them she remembered her duty. Taking the confederacy was formed that secured concerning wet crests and colds When message from Europe and her notes, their independence and the freedom tho Houdau stood high In popular fa she hurried to her father's library of commerce. vor there were fewer or no scratching With a steady band she transcribed Those fifty years of peace had cre lug sheds In existence, and they either her notes on the typewriter, but when ated wealth, happiness and a scientific had to face the weather, when such she came to the word written by Ilan progress such as had never been was Inclement, or Idle about the In nibal Prudent, “Clrynlth,” the tears equaled. Now the man whose genius had terior of tho roosting house, and no came again. wonder many birds, and especially the She could not understand the mean made this possible lay dead, and hie ing of the command: “Hurry to the last words urged preparation for war. crested ones, often got saturated with Island of Clrynlth.” Was there an Astra sat before her father’s desk; rain and caught cold and contracted Today every well arranged Island of that name? She bad never before her lay a document that de roup. heard of It manded careful study—the will of her poultry yard has Its scratching-sheds or day shelters to which the fowls can While Astra was in her father's adopted father. library the sad news spread through She did not look at the long list resort in bad weather, and on that the city. The stylographed extras be of bonds and stocks; she did not care account the Houdau might be given a gan to appear at the automatic news for the .vast wealth that from now on better position than It now occupies stand. The short paragraph telling would belong to her alone. The pa among utility poultry. Tho crest of about the wireless message from per she was reading contained far- ths Houdan Is an advantage rather Germany alarmed everybody. reaching Instructions, prophetic in than a disadvantage. Inasmuch as It More than fifty years before. In the sight into the future. The last page guards the head of the bird against ths severest frost during the winter year 1919, the now prosperous and was a farewell letter: "My dear Astra, knowing that I am time, and thus It Improves tho fowl peaceful United States had experi enced a great disaster. New emlgra nearing the limit of human existence, as a winter layer. Rightly bred, fed tion laws and the new tariff had pre and that rest awaits me after a long and sheltered tho Houdan Is a good cipitated an international conflict that and full life, I set down such facts as winter egg producer. had Involved not only the leading Eu will enable you to make the beet use ropean monarchies but Japan and of the knowledge that I, the old tree, TO DESTROY NOXIOUS WEEDS China as well. The ultimatum came wish perpetuated in the blossoming from the East and the West Europe plant; it Is you who will be respon Success of Rotation of Cultivated was mobilising on one side; the orien sible for the coming prosperity of the Crops Depends Entirely Upon Per tals on the other; all the natione country. God gave you a broad mind sistency of Cultivation. against one. The question was wheth that has developed to Its fullest ca er it was best to bow before the will pacity under my care and I am proud A good system of rotation, that In of the united enemy, or to lose inde of you, dear girl; you are chosen to cludes cultivated crops, offers the best pendence. Congress seemed unable to do great things for your country and means of combating the common humanity. decide. weeds; but its success is almost en The time given the United States "There Is only one man on earth for consideration was rapidly passing. who Is worthy of calling you wife; The President was In despair. He you will find this man, or he will come gave orders to the fleet and land to you. as you two are ordained forces, but in his heart be cried, mates, comrades. “When I go to my rest I feel that I “What Is the use?" The night before the day of Anal an will leave turbulent times behind me. swer he stood before the window, My Z ray will not remain impene looking hopelessly into the starless trable forever, and when the day darkness. comes that it Is destroyed, the coun Suddenly a man’s Lead appeared at try will need a brave, competent man the window. The next moment the to drive away the dreadnaughts. He will come, as he has been fully In intruder Jumped into the room. Before the surprised executive could structed. Trust In him, my dear cry out the intruder exclaimed: daughter. "For three days I have tried to gain "This country was not developed to an audience with you, but in vain. be blasted by war; the adventures of Since I know that tomorrow will be warfare and strife are not for It. Our too late I have forced by way to you." Creator selected this country to pro "What brings you here?” the Presi mote freedom, equality and science. Thundering cannons shall never more dent asked. "My desire to save my country, to sound on our shore; our land shall tirely dependent upon the manner and repulse the enemy. I can defend the be a land of love and peace. "I have labored hard to spread this persistency with which the soil is cul entire continent against any invasion. Don't think me mad—I am not; I have gospel. After I am gone the task Is tivated. To insure reasonable suc cess, the disk and the harrow should Invented the greatest power. To be your inheritance, dear Astra “Before I die I will tell you where to be used frequently while the weeds exact, I have discovered it A man who solves one of nature's problems is not find the one man competent to assist are BtiU small, and the crops while an Inventor but a discoverer My dis you and will further Instruct you In growing should be given frequent cul tivation. covery is an Invisible power that re your duty. "God bless you, my daughter, you Fortunately, the same tillago opera sists all attack. Don't doubt me Le tlons that are used In putting the soli fors I have finished. I will create have ever been my Joy and pride.” Astra put down the paper, and, star in a condition to receive and conserve ing out Into the beautiful garden, mur rainfall, to prepare the seed-bed and mured to herself: “Hurry to the Island to liberate plant food, are likewise of Clrynlth! Clrynlth? I have never useful in combating weeds. heard of the place, and he left no spe cific Instructions." To Avoid the Runty Pig. The entrance of John, a faithful old Runty pigs stand a poor show at servant, woke her from her reveries. the feeding trough with a bunch ot With shaking lips he announced that their husky brothers and sisters. As a reporter for the Hourly Stylograph they are crowded out of place natural wished to see her. ly they do not get enough to eat to Folding up the documents, Astra keep them growing, and they stay locked them In the safe, then said, “I runty. will receive him at once In the green A trough arranged with - V-shaped room.” partitions set strongly in the trough The servant left. Astra hesitated would give the little fellows an equal for a moment, then she said aloud, show with the big ones, and the with quiet determination: weaker ones would get their share of "Father, I will accept the Inbori- ' food. A handy man can make such tance. I will wait for him to come a trough arrangement In an hour or and help me; I will take the burdens ' on my shoulders and faithfully carry so, and even the growth of his pigs out your teachings. God help me to!” I would more than pay for bls trouble. ever CHAPTER II. Nominee of the Continentals. Ths Great Man Had Been Awakened By the Ringing of the 4,500-mile Bell. around me a circle that will defend me and will ask you to try to touch me.” He took a small Instrument from his pocket, and stepping back from the president, the continued: "When I motion toward*you’ try to touch me.” He manipulated springs on the In strument, then signaled to the Pres ident The executive stretched his arm toward him. An Invisible force bent first his hand, then his arm back. He could not touch the man from any side. After several experiments the as tounded President was convinced of the Importance of the discovery. The Intruder removed the force from about him and told of his plans to eave the country. They talked until long after the first rays of the morn ing sun shone through the windows. When the midnight visitor had fin ished his confidences the President’s face was brighter than It had been for many d«ys. The careworn expression was gone. He escorted hie visitor to the gate, putting hie hand familiarly on his shoulder as ho bads him good morning. Morning found the great capital tn the splendor of deep mourning. The elevated sidewalks, the roof gardens, the terraces were crowded by people dressed In black. The newspaper roof terraces were especially crowded; there, on Immense opal glass plates sparks of electricity printed the latest news and Illustrated the happenings of the moment with moving pictures. On the main tower of the new capi tal building (a colossal creation of. pure American architecture) the Bell , Orchestra, comprising four hundred players, played the march of “Com ing Peace,” a march that thrilled the 1 hearts with Its melody, that elevated the souls with thoughts of Heaven, that drove away evil thoughts with Its exquisite harmony and foretold the happiness awaiting beyond. Resonant horns spread the melody farther and farther, until it soothed the mourning people in neighboring towns. The fourteen-bour 8an Francisco J limited had just slid Into the central depot of the Tube Lines; the broad glass doors were flung open and the passengers hurried out. Blanching Celery. With celery for early use this may begin as soon as the stalks are a foot high or even less. The first work is In getting the stalks In an erect posi tion, gathering them together with the hand and packing a small quantity of earth around the base to bold them upright In a few days a little more earth may be added, always doing the work while the plants are dry, being careful to hold the leaves or stalkB together so that none of the earth will go between the stalks; also be ing careful not to put the earth above the growing heart of the plant. Valuable Weed Eradlcator. Probably no animal Is so valuable as a weed eradlcator as the sheep. They not only eat a large variety of weeds •nd grasses, but they masticate so thoroughly that almost all the seeds •re destroyed or digested, and do not sprout from the manure. Important Consideration. The ability of an ewe to properly nourish her lamb Is one of the most Important considerations In selecting breeding stock. HIGHLY COLORED BATHING SUITS HE latest bathing and beach costumes show novel touches of high col ors. Bulgarian and Russian, which add a distinctive not* to costumes of dark colors. The bathing wrap, matching tho suit In material and color. Is a now Idea in America, brought from tho faahlouablu watering places of Franco. LOOSENESS IS FIRST ORDER DRAPERIES OF THE MOMENT Lines of Regulation Russian Blouse Not Followed Whan the Material la Laced. Dstalle to Which Woman Must Con form If She Would Be Con sidered "Smart.” Tbs lines of the regulation Russian blouse are not followed out when tho material la laced, no matter whether it ta heavy or thin. The exceaalvo looseness and drag of the material la emphasised In lace even more than In cloth becauae all the garments above the waist are continually made In thia fashion, although there Is an effort to bring back the round, tight bodice of Victorian days. The neck should be cut high at the back and low In front. If It ts possible for a woman to stand this kind of ex posure In the afternoon hours. It can be as low as ahe wishes as far aa fash ion Is concerned, for It seems to put no limit on the daytime decolletage. This makes dressing easier for the woman of moderate means who wish *s to wear one gown before and after candle light without tho trouble of adding a gulmp, for gulmpa have a way of riding up even when made In the beet regulated manner, and under any kind of a boned foundation they are most satisfactory. Not that the laco Russian blouse should have a boned lining unless one's figure demands It, for wo have arrived at tho most n<-gllge type of clothes that women have worn since the Grecian era; even If there Is a boned lining and a corset below the sagging, drooping, slipping off waist neither of the supports must be vis ible. Ixing lines are emphasize,! tn the most successful draperies, giving height and dignity to wearers. In skirts the fullness la kept either decidedly up around th» hips, with a narrow lower line, or down arouud the feet. Slashed skirts have their fullness draped up and caught under clusters of flowers or held In uudur straps of material or beads. Skirts with tunl< a or overskirts fre quently have th* tn plaltod along the central front line, held flat under stitched bands. Thia givus a decided ly oriental effect. Draped skirts that show an upward line at the bottom of the dress have Inset panels of accordion plaited chif fon. Net end lace on bodices nre draped Into the "scarf sleeve," Into butterfly bows and In graceful, loose lines that aro attached to train around the arm by means of loops or hung In loops across tho gown as a tulle scarf might be held. Lines of chiffon nnd silk roans are garlanded or draped over si coves and corsage of bodices. Tulle figures largely in the over- drapery on evening gowns. The main rule In drapery Is to drape on the figure with an unlimited niuount of goods and nn eye to “la Huge" that most important feature tn the spring gown. Rose Drops. Put In a small granite saucepan three and a half ounces of sugar (sifted granulated sugar Is best), add • tablespoonful of water, four drops of cochineal, and four drops of es sence of rose. Stand over the fire, and as tho mixture begins to melt stir gently for two or three minutes and then take from the fire. Have ready large sheets of oiled paper, and pour the sirup In drops about the slzs of largo peas in rows on tho paper. As soon as thoy nre firm and hard, re move tho drops with a limber knife or spatula, place on a sieve in a warm place until thoroughly dry. then pack in glass jars, or tight boxes. BEAUTIFUL EVENING GOWN Lingerie Hat. The popularity of tho embroidered linen hat Is well deserved, and a flow ered model Is especially attractive. The design on tho crown 1s a wrsath of forget-me-nots dono with tho solid stitch, the center of which is punched work. About the brim at Intervals ar* em broidered motifs of forget-me-nots and punched work combined. Tbe ex treme edge of tho brim ts scalloped and buttonhole-stitched. Beneath this Is sewn a frill of lace. A wreath of tiny flowers encircles the crown and a rosette and streamer of pale blue ribbon adorns each side. Why not make one? Supports for Flowers. Did you ever fit a piece of paste board Into the top of a tall vase to support a tall, graceful flower? It would show too plainly to be of use In a glass vase, other than the smoky glass, says Harper's Bazar. The lead supports to be used In shallow bowls or Jars, Japanese fashion, are Invalu able. You will like them for tulips, daffodils, or iris. It matters little whether they are beautiful In them selves or not. since th« flowers usual ly conceal them. Flowers In Finger Bowla It Is a pretty touch ts have a flower like those used for tbe decoration of 8ecure Good-Sized Lambs. tho table floating In each of the fin He Was the Hungry One. It Is generally conceded that If the "What’s the trouble at your houseT” I ewes are in good condition at mating ger bow la A bit of old-fashioned herbage, which sometimes takes the "Hunger strike for a new bonnet." time a larger proportion of twin lambs place of tbe time honored rose geran- "Tour wife refuses to eat?" can be secured. "No; she refuses to cook.’ 3im leaf. Is a spring of lemon verbena. (TO BE CONTINUED.) Model of white silk veiled with black chiffon and applique and white lace. . Bl'k and Linen. Silk coats with linen skirts are pop ular In Paris. These jackets are often of figured silks. The weave of the lin en used Is open and soft and ts known by the name of crash. The coat Is one of those little basque effect« reaching tho top of the hip*. Only tho youthful figure should attempt this type of costume. Colored Crepes for Hats. Colored crepes are used principally as a covering or facing applied flatly on the straw, or aa neat little bands, bows and wings. These crepes ar« la all the fashionable colors.