FRIDAY, AUGUST 14, 1931 VERNONIA EAGLE, VERNONIA, OREGON „ CANDLE IN THE WILDERNESS XX/.AI.U. S i c CopMv.qkt ¿A Tale of thufoe finning ofa/\eur England ¿J fa. ¿y IRVING BACH ELLER “Are you a member of the church?" young Heydon asked. “No, I am old and I live In the skies. The Lord's brethren are like the Lord's bishops, but the breth­ ren are better men.” Blaxton an­ swered. “I hate their tyranny as a Jew hates bog's flesh. Still when I think of these stern men I set my wisdom at work. The shores swarm with mere adventurers who expect to And rocks of pure gold Some are careless. Improvident, merry time-killers. Their receding backs were a Joy and relief to their friends In England. Some are vision­ aries content with nothing but wnr and loot and a liberty that kills It­ self. Some are bull beef, ready to go as they are driven. None of these louts cares a straw for law and order. They would be glad to see them put away. These evil, lax and thoughtless men outnumber the church folk. But remember the church makes the only law we have and maintains a respect for It. Weakness would open the way to chaos and annrch.v. The mauls trates are sturdy old Englishmen struggling with the ancient law of dead and molderlng ages to bend It to their common sense.” One of the young men asked how they had treated the Indians. “Firmly, and In a manner to my liking. They punish every white man who mistreats the savages every savage who breaks their law. Trade with the Indians Is » new kind of commerce. It may b< unjust to take their furs and their land for wampum and hatchets and tin whistles, but what Is one to do but give them the things they de mand? They care not for mow; or any symbol of value. Our cloth Ing Is of no more use to them than our religion. Yet our religion. In spite of their distrust. Is a comfort to them. In a pestilence they turn away from their own sick, The brethren go and minister to these abandoned ones so that often death is induced to give them back, Stern with mischief, tender with mlsfor tune, these white folk have stayed the arrows and cooled the fierce passions of the savage. Still, he cannot understand us. Industry and thrift are not for him. He Is the child of Bloody Strife." “Soon or late we got to fight It out with him," said Todkill. Blaxton went on: "You boys have enlisted In a wnr the end of which will not be In your time. It Is a war against two enemies, one before, and one behind you— Tyranny and the Wilderness. The winds and waves and wideness of the sea will be your nJlles. There is but one power which can hold men to a purpose through many generations." He paused to fill Ids pipe. “Will you name It?" William asked. “The power personified by Etidl- cott—religion. Even the fleas on his dog have religion." Robert laughed as lie said: “A flea lit on me the other day and In a minute he sucked all the re­ ligion out of me. If fleas have re­ ligion I know how they get it. I can shoot and fence and ride and play football, but I have never had any gift for religion." “It’s a better game than any you know under two great captains. After all. what Is religion but a window through which we should see the light of truth? Here you will find It covered with the dust of ages, the cobweb» of ancient er­ ror. It la the part of the young not to break the window but to clean nnd renew Its pane», remem­ bering that no earthly thing Is per­ fect. Winthrop Is a window clean­ er. He would be a father to you.” As they were leaving this lover of solitude Robert exclaimed. "He's a whale. He overawes me. I feel fool ish.” “Why not?" Todkill asked. “There’s no good reason," Rob- ert agreed. “The man Is ■ prophet.” had reminded the young men of a lion’s mane. Mrs. Winthrop spoke up for the young lady: “Every girl who has to find a husband In this land should have a special Indulgence.” Miss Brade turned and greeted the young men and quickly chose between them. Her talk was chief­ ly addressed to William: “Why are old people always thinking about marriage?” she asked. “One would suppose that our only thought was of mating. I am not a bird." “Good! I like girls better even than larks and nightingales." “And have they not the same right to plumage? I cannot put away my love of silk and satin and Jewels and embroidery." She lifted her skirt a little, show­ ing her pretty ankles and a bit of the embroidery on her petticoat, satin a and gu'e the shake. “Do you not sound of It?" “Yes, but better the grace with which you wear it and the smile in your query.” “I like you!" she exclaimed. “I am going to ask our host to make you sit by me. If I were a queen I’d hire a poet to flatter me as Mary did. It's better than wine." The blood of both had reddened their faces a little when she left him. (Continued Next Week) CHAPTER II William Falls In Love. DOCTOR COTTON’S party they met the great men of the A T parish and some lately arrived. The dinner was served at twelve o’clock. To their surprise they found both Endicott and Dudley In a genial mood. Governor Dudley said : “Young men, I can give j-ou no better com- pliment than to say that you look much alike.” Many spoke of their resemblance, but under the skin there were sub­ tle differences not quickly discov­ ered. William, of a family distin­ guished In a scholarship and state­ craft, had n milder and more gen­ erous temper than his friend. Rob­ ert. of a family of soldiers, was made of sterner stuff. He find a keener relish for desperate hazards —like that of racing with the king’s officer—and a cooler head in facing them. He had not William’s skill In choosing words to serve him. There was an inborn grace and refinement In the manners of William, which Robert had tried in vain to acquire. He was of a lighter spirit and carriage. These voting men had Puritan sympa­ thies. yet they had done no worry­ ing about their souls. It must be admitted that neither was quite prepared for admission to the First Church of Boston, the gate of a way straighter and narrower than any they had known. They had been familiar with the fat rump of luxury and Its license. The governor kindly offered to send a man of the best judgment as to land to help them find a good site for their plantation. It was while they were talking with him that they were introduced to the most comely girl in the col­ ony, Miss Elizabeth Brade. She was dressed like a lady of fashion In London—satin overskirt, virago sleeves, with puffs, old Flemish lace, rare and costly jewels in her hair and on her neck and wrists. “What a glory of youth!” the governor exclaimed as he took her hand. “I could wish it were not my duty to chide you for this rich attire. It quarrels with our teach­ ing and is a bad example.” Quickly she answered: “Yo should have grace for the young. *‘I have grace for every one but myself,” he answered. He exercised the license of a governor, being not himself plain­ ly dressed. Be wore a blue coat, 'broldered doublet, velvet breeches and white stockings with ribbons at the knee. Only Endicott was in sad cloth. His great white linen collar over h:s coat as he came in Treliarne A large crowd attended the Odd Fellows and Rebekah picnic on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Rushlow of Hillsboro and C. Whitlaw of Med­ ford were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. F. N. O’Donnell. Mr. and Mrs. E. Sunell and children motored to Astoria on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Smith and children motored to Cornelius on Saturday, returning home Sun­ day. Mrs. M. Strollen and children of Vernonia called at the home of Mrs. S. Baker Friday. Geo. McDonald is employed at Clark and Wilson Logging camp. Men from this locality were called out to help fight fire last week. Frank O’Donnell of Camp Mc- Gregor is staying with his „broth­ er, F. N. O’Donnell while working at Koster. Mr. and Mrs. Rex Palmenter accompanied Mrs. D. Dollen to Salem on Tuesday. Mrs. Grenia’s mother, Mrs. Eb­ erly, and sister, Sylvia, were visit­ ing with her a few days last week. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Barnes called on relatives at Treharne. Wm. Culver of Vernonia was a business caller at Harry Wil- son’s place. Loretta Baker attended the birthday party of Myrtle Thorn- brau at Vernonia. and Mrs. Leslie Grenia for the Columbia County Fire Clyde Johnson was awarded school grounds. The work will association fighting fires. the contract to shingle the Mist be done immediately. Relatives here received word school house. This work is be­ Frank Peterson butchered veal for the market Monday. of the arrival of a baby girl born ing done now. Mr.. Jake Neurer to Mr.- and Mrs. Frank Foster of Lee Osborn made a trip to Jake Neurer spent Tuesday Los Angeles, California. Mrs. Portland on business this week. forenoon in Vernonia on business. A business meeting was held Forster was before her marriage ’ James McCormick was the low- Natal school directors held a •-■■„¿»A Johnson TL L« Nehalem' est bidder and has the contract business meeting on Monday in the Natal hall Thursday even­ T Loretta of the ing by the board of directors to valley. j to grade and level the Natal evening at school district 22. discuss future business. The Elmer Hiatt family have recently moved their household and stock to the old Carl Iler place. Mrs. Fred Parrknon and daugh­ ter Evelyn visited friends at Na­ tal Tuesday. Noble Dunlap has the plans I completed for the new play shed to be constructed for the Natal school in the near future. Mrs. Leora McCormick has re­ turned home from Los Angeles, California, where she has been This is OPEN HOUSE WEEK at all our stores. A big week brimful of HOSPITALI­ visiting relatives for the past TY, friendly service and EXTRA VALUES. The latch string is out to you during this great event. We invite you to be our guest, share in these greater values, in­ two months. V. Heiber from St. Helens spect our stores, see how clean, spotless and sanitary they are kept. Come in now spent Friday in this community —today! Bring your friends too. Let them share with you in these Greater Values. on business. Mr. Wilson, Richard Peterson Open House Week Savings for Friday, Saturday, Monday and and Jake Neurer were Sunday vi­ sitors at Birkenfeld. Tuesday, August 14, 15, 17 and 18, 1931. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Lindsay and I children were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Hy Tracey. Mr. and Mrs. Reed Halding and children have moved back to their ranch across the Natal 100-lbs. bridge which was occupied by the Best Cane Granulated Hiatt family for the past year. Mrs. Bob Lindsay and son Clarence visited Mrs. Noble Dun­ lap and son Floyd Friday even- 80-lbs. ing. Sunday guests at Mr. and Mrs. Libby’s Sliced or Crushed—Top Jake Neurer’s were Mr. and Mrs. Apple Brand fancy grade at the lowest price Don Williams, son Bobby and on record. 2^ cans. daughter Beatrice from Clatska­ 49-lb. Sack nie. Mr. Williams operates a mar­ ket in Clatskanie. CRACKERS Ray Taylor and his mother Snowflake Sodas or Honey business visitors were Vernonia Graham O lb. Saturday. MacMarr — Tall cans, “ Grade A ” Crackers .. Li pkg. Hill and Mrs. Mrs. Charlie canned milk. Per case $2.35. James McCormick drove to Port­ PANCAKE FLOUR land Monday and returned that MacMarr—self rising 1 r „ evening. large 2'/¿-lb. pkg...... JLiJC Jake Neurer received word that his brother George, who was SYRUP operated on in St. Vincents hos­ Log Cabin. Medium 4 Q p Royal White — Full size -| /A pital, Portland, was resting size cans. Each ..... bar — Portland made. A VF bars easier, as well as can be expected. Dave McMullin is now working Natal mm J FT J r.T>i<9 Open House W Week This is Scratch Feed $1.65 Mill Run 6»c Pineapple Flour tttte Milk«*" Soap and son motored to Forest Grove Sunday and spent the day with her sister, Mrs. McNutt. Mr. and Mrs. Britten have moved from Lindsay mill to Tre- harne. ADVERTISE your merchandise and it will sell? MacMarr Flour CATSUP Del Monte — delicious with steaks or cold meats. i f* _ Large bottle ........... -LOC Yes Sir! We follow the market down—and al­ ways assure you of uniform quality QQn best patent family flour. 49 lb. Sack