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THE COLBORNE EXPRESS, COLBORNE, ONT., MAY 26, 1938 Of Special Interest to Women Readers THE AVENGER by Walter Forder Synopsis The story opens with a scene in a American music hall. "MYSTICUS" a British artiste with a great gift for stage "magic," has finished his turn. In his dressing-rorm he finds awaiting him his young brother, who Is endeavouring to escai from a racket in which he has got himself involved. Mysticus offers to take 'Mm home to England, but the conversation Is interrupted by th entry of three men, who, producing pistols, demand that the younger man come away with them. He refuses and the older brother intervenes, with the result that both are shot and left for dead. Several years c lapse, and the scene is changed to an old house, Owl's Croft, on the East Coast of England. It has been bequeathed by an eccentric man to his nephew, FRANK DIG-BY, who, on taking possession of the neglected place, is almost scared out of his wits by what seem to be psychic happe. ings. Digby enlists the help of MAXTON HUNTn, who has a reputation for private investigation, and the tw- take up residence at Owl's Croft, where they are attenJ- by an elderly pie, MR. and MRS. BARLOW. The couple are unctisfactory, but Digby finds that other servants he engages refuse to stay. On the first evening of Hunter's stay in the house there are unaccountable noises and ringing of bells, and uncanny things happen to an ancient picture of a priest. Presently, footsteps are heard outside the library. CASA LOMA million dollar Spadina Road, - public. Toronto, now open to tl Hour's tour with guide, Castle, tower, tunnel, stables, art galleries, and coronation room special exhibits and souvenirs. Open 10 a.m. till 9 p.m. Adults, 25c--Children 15c, except Sundays. right this ve*r MNUte HowDoYouFeel? ;hen -' ! In 1 ... ..-ug-store and, tonight, drink cup of Garfield Tea. Tonight--"Clean Up Inside"-- Feel Different Tomorrow! Lose that let-down feeling. 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Slowly the panel moved to disclose a black gap behind, and behind the wainscot a lean, white hand emerged, followed by an arm and then a body. A stooping man , tepped into the noiselessly from the apert„re stood upright after a moment's survey of the apartmer" Who could he be? Digby felt hi heart thumping with the excitement of the moment. The figure stepped silently over to first one lamp and then the other, and speedily extinguished them, and then proceeded to blow out the lights of the candles. The man, if man it was, that Digby's startled gaze beheld, was dressed like a monk or padre, wearing a bunched gown falling low about his ankles and tied with a cord around his waist. His head was enveloped in a cowl which shrouded his face completely. Upon the wall hung a sixteenth-century dagger, an affair of wonderfully shaped brass and steel. The Empty Air A long, lean hand reached out and lifted it from its hook, placed what appeared to Digby to be a card upon the able, and with a vigorous jerk impaled it with the dagger. Thud! Digby could see the handle of the weapon vibrating with the force of the impact as it buried itself into the table. Pulling his hood still closer, the padre-like figure blew out the one remaining fcindle and flitted across the floor into the library. That was Digby's cue for action. He sprang forward, and raced over to the door. "Hi, you! Whoever you are. What's your little game?" He flung open the door which the flitting figure had closed, and then fumbling for his matches lit a candle and peered into the dark apartment. Only a leather folding screen offered the faintest chance of a hiding place, , kand this, without ceremony, Digby "Come out, I've spotted you. Now what's the game?" Once again that chilling sense of the uncanny sent cold shivers coursing down his spine as he realised that he addressed the empty air. "Well I'm jiggered!" he gasped. Not here--but I could swear--" He paused, rooted to the spot, for outside, borne upon the gusty wind, came that low, mournful howl of the ghostly hound. Then it was that panic seized upon dm. Blind unreasoning panic, and itumbling across the hall-lounge he made for the dark night beyond. Blundering and falling in the he made his way through the and mystery of the garden. Jusl puzzling the lay-out of a garden after dark can be was prodigious, he mented, as he alternately squeezed through the soft earth of a flower bed or blundered through a net-work of clinging vines. His brain raced stumbled through the darkness. "Hunter! Hunter!" he called softly. Gallows On Cliff He reached a spot where a hedge sheltered him from the for the gale, and he paused to wipe his face with his handkerchief. From over the lawn he beheld the strange business of the hall light ing extinguished. "Now what can that mean?" he tered, "Why should Mrs. Barlow light up and then wish to put lights?" Sure enough the lights gave place to darkness, and Digby kept his stand in puzzlement, watching the window; Then he saw the glimmer of a match and finally a lighted candle the hall into a side room. The adjoining window was accordingly lit with the candle's faint gleam, and the ill was dark again. Then came a faint sound of a smash ; though something had fallen ove "What on earth is the woman up fiddling with candles in that mad fashion?" If he had moved one step as he had intended, he would have been seen by ftly-moving figure which suddenly emerged from the darkness of the building. It came from the vshadow id not from the door. "Hullo, who's this?" there ' something familiar in the shadow. Happily at this point the hall lights ame back again; soneone inside was ighting up once more, and Digby caught sight of the sharply outlined form of a man , tall, hooded and Where Girl Crooks Learn How to Cook In Unusual Prison Domestic Training Helps to Reform Them Cook stoves and sewing machines --instead of arms and bars -- are keeping the gunman's moll, the narcotic addict and other feminine lawbreakers inside one of the most unusual prisons in the world. It is the federal industrial institution for women at Alderson, W. Va. Its warden, motherly Dr. Mary Harris, described it at a conference of officials of the U. S.' 22 federal prisons and reforT ories. Few of the women know how to cook when they come to the institution," she said. "Still fewer know how to sew. But most of them really enjoy those and other things as; ated with home-making, once they learn." Housed In Neat Cottages Dr. Harris' 500 women inmates are housed in neat cottage type buildings which look like a girl's college, and would be easy to escape from. But guards, arms, steel gates, marching prison feet all are missing. Nearly 50 per cent, of the inmates are narcotic act violators. Another 20 per -cent, have broken iiquoi Many are released into squalid surroundings. Yet, Dr. Harris said, their training in domestic or industrial arts is so effective that few become repeaters. Only 21 of the 361 paroled in 11 years have Iated their probation. Nothing Cooler or Smarter Than This Laura Wheeler Crochet Issue No. 22--'38 Recommended by SO* your local druggist PICNIC Preparations CROCHETED DRESS PATTERN 1782 Why not make your daughter a pastel crochet '.'rock--perhaps at the lowest price you ever paid for such value, such style! You know how expensive such dresses are to buy, You save greatly by investing in a few balls of mercerized crochet cotton (that's all it takes for one of these adorable easily-washed frocks.) The bodice is made in simple puff stitch, with picot loop finish, dainty as can be, at neck and sleeves. Th< skirt contrasts with bodice, in i chain loop stitch worked round anc round; you have no seams to worry about. And how those firm stitches will be admired, how they will wash and wear! It's likely you'll want to make several for gifts during leisure summer hours. Pattern 1782 contains directions for making the dress in sizes 4 to 8 (all in one pattern); an illustration of i', and of stitches, materials required; photograph of pattern stitch. Send 20 cents in coins (stamps cannot be accepted) for this pattern to Wilson Needlecraft Dept. ~" West Adelaide St., Toronto. Write plainly PATTERN NUMBER, your NAME and ADDRESS. cloaked. In an instant he was abreast of where the watcher crouched. With certainty of direction despite the dark, the man came on, and Digby, with cat-like caution, stole behind, the boisterous wind serving to mask the sound of his steps. He could not see his friend ahead for longer than a second or two; but senses served hirr well and he hung on doggedly. The path ,-as cleaner, but the ground rough, and Digby knew they were beyond the confines of the garden and, judging by the direction of he wind and salty spray, approaching he top of the cliffs. The sea below reflected a lighter ihade than the black heavens above, and he could make cat the form of his quarry. (To be Continued) Hundred and thousands of Canadian families will be taking to the road on the 24th of May. Some may be just going for a drive, others visitir Thousands will be bound towards grassy slope or a shady grove where they can spread out their picnic food and lie in the sun and enjoy the weather. This will probably be the first picnic of the season for most of us so let's make it one of the best. The out-of-doors seems to whet appetites and picnickers are ready to eat anything by the time the food is served. Don't let that be a reason, however, for not preparing the most attractive and appetizing lunch possible. And another thought, if you happen to be thinking of driving into the country to visit relatives or friends, it's a good idea to fcake along something to supplement the hostess' menu. Not a whole meal perhaps, but a meat loaf, a salad or a delicious cake. It saves your prospective hostess a lot of work and makes you doubly welcome for your thoughtfulness. Here are various recipes which can be worked into your picnic menu or taken along on your visit. Bolivia Potato Salad 2 cups cold boiled potatoes, cut ^-inch cubes 2 tablespoons pimiento, chopped % tablespoon onion or chives, finely chopped 3 hard-cooked eggs, chopped 5 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 tablespoon vinegar % teaspoon salt Dash of white pepper Rub bowl in which salad is to be mixed with cut-side of clove of garlic, if desired. Add potatoes, pimientos, and eggs. Combine 1 tablespoon mayonnaise with vinegar, salt, and pepper, and add to potato mix-Toss together lightly and chill 1 hour or longer. Add remaining mayonnaise and blend. Arrange in crisp lettuce cups and sprinkle with chopped chives. Serves 6. Filled Jam Cookies 3 cups sifted flour 3 teaspoons baking powder % teaspoon salt /3 cup butter or other shortening % cup brown sugar, firmly packed 1 egg, well beaten 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/3 cup milk Any kind tart jam (apricot, etc.) Sift flour once, measure, add baking powder and salt, and sift again. Cream butter thoroughly, add sugar gradually, and cream together until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; then add flour, alternately with milk, a small amount at a time. Beat after each addition until smooth. Chill until firm enough to roll. Roll % inch thick on slightly floured board. Cut with 2%-inch cooky cutter. Place 1 teaspoon jam on a circle, and place another circle on top, pressing edges together. Bake on ungreased baking sheet in hot oven (425 deg. F.) 6 to 8 minutes. Makes 2 dozen cookies. Gingerbread Cup Cakes 2 cups sifted cake flour 2 teaspoons baking powder % teaspoon soda 2 teaspoons ginger 1 teaspoon cinnamon % teaspoon salt 1/3 cup butter or other shortening cup sugar 1 egg, well beaten 2/3 cup molasses % cup sour milk Sift flour once, measure, add baking powder, soda, spices, and salt, and sift together three times. Cream butter thoroughly, add sugar gradually, and cream together until light and fluffy. Add egg and molasses; then flour, alternately with milk, a small amount i. Beat after each addition until smooth. Bake in greased cupcake pans in moderate oven (375 deg. F.) 20 minutes, or until done. Makes 2 dozen. Savory Meat Loaf 2 thick 2-inch slices of salt pork, diced 2 pounds round beef, ground Vi cup quick-cooking tapioca % small onion, finely chopped 2 cups canned tomatoes 2% teaspoons salt Vi teaspoon pepper Fry out salt pork until golden brown. Add pork and drippings to other ingredients and mix thoroughly. Bake in loaf pan in hot oven (450 deg. F.) 15 minutes; then decrease heat to moderate (350 deg. F.) and bake 30 minutes longer, or until done. This loaf will slice nicely when cold. Serves 10. Oatmeal Drop Cookies % cup sifted flour 1 teaspoon baking powder *4 teaspoon nutmeg V* teaspoon salt % cup butter or other shortening V* cup brown sugar, firmly packed 1 egg, well beaten 1 cup raisins, chopped 1 cup oatmeal 1/3 cup milk Sift flour once, measure, add baking powder, nutmeg, and salt, and sift again. Cream t utter, add sugar gradually, and cream together until light and fluffy. Add egg and raisins. Add oatmeal. Add flour, alternately with milk, a small amount at a time. Drop from teaspoon on ungreased baking sheet. Bake in moderate oven (350 deg. F.) 15 minutes. Makes 2 dozen cookies. Most Blondes Live In Northern Zones With Red-Heads, They Are Particularly Sensitive to Strong Sunlight, Science Finds The blonde and the red head are found almost exclusively in Northern temperate zones. A reason for this may be found in the fact that these types are particularly sensitive :o exposure to the ultra violet rays In sunlight. 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