Frank Reade Weekly Magazine (no. 28) (1903 05 08)
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Issued. Weekly—By Subscription $2.50 per year. Application made for Second-Class Entry at N. Y. Post- Office. No. 28. NEW YORK, MAY 8, 1903. Price 5 Cents. VERAANDES «dt OR, WiLo ADVENTURES IN PERU. Dey UR Suddenly, and without warning, Burton slipped over the edge of the path. Down he went into space. “That is the end of him!” cried all in chorus. They rushed to the rail of the airship to see his body dashed to a pulp so far below.
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JNA These Books Tell You Everything! A COMPLETE SET IS A REGULAR -ENCYCLOPEDIA! Sac book consists of sixty-four pages, printed on good paper,in clear type and neatly bound in an attractive, illustrated core West of the books are also profusely illustrated, and all of the subjects treated upcen are explained i thoroughly understand them. Look over the list as classified and see if you want to know anything about the subjeck saild can eantioned. ‘ in such a simple manner that a» THESE BOOKS ARE FOR SALE BY ALL NEWSDEALERS OR WILL PE SENT BY MAIL TO ANY ADDRES® TROM THIS OFFICE ON RECEIPT OF PRICE, TEN CENTS EACH, OR ANY THREE BOOKS FOR TWENTY-FIVD seNTS POSTAGE. STAMPS TAKEN THE SAME AS MONEY. Address FRANK TOUSEY, Publisher, 24 Union Square, N.¥ MESMERISM. 4a Si. HOW TO MESMERIZE.—Containing the most ap- vewved methods of mesmerism; also how to cure all kinds of viseaees by animal magnetism, or, magnetic healing. By Prof. Leo Suge Koch, A. C. S.. author of “How to Hypnotize,” etc. PALMISTRY. No. <2. HOW LO DO PALMISTRY.—Containing the most ap- ywoved methods of reading the lines on the hand, together with 3 full explanation of their meaning. Also explaining ogy oad the key for telling character by the bumps on the head. y <@e Hoge Koch A C. S. Fully illustrated. HYPNOTISM. 46. 33. HOW TO HYPNOTIZH.—Containing valuable and in- “gructive information regarding the science of hypnotism. Also “xplaining the most approved methods which are employed by the seding bypnotists of the world. By Leo Hugo Koch, A.C.S. SPORTING. Ne. 2} HOW TO HUNT AND FISH.—The most complete tenting end fishing guide ever published. It contains full in- wtructions about guns, hunting dogs, traps, trapping and fishing, er with descriptions of game and fish. No. 26. HOW TO ROW, SAIL AND BUILD A BOAT.—Fully Dustrated. Every boy should know how to row and sail a boat. Full instructions are given in this little book, together with in- structions on swimming and riding, companion sports to boating. No. 47. HOW TO BREAK, RIDE AND DRIVE A HORSE.— 4 complete treatise on the horse. Describing the most useful horses ‘or business, the best horses for the road; also valuable recipes for ‘iseases peculiar to the horse. No. 48. HOW TO BUILD AND SAI“. CANOES.—A handy ook for boys, containing full directions for constructing canoes and the most yee manner of sailing them. Fully illustrated. #@y ©. Stansfield Hicks. FORTUNE TELLING. : No. |, NAPOLEON’S ORACULUM AND DREAM BOOK.— fontaining the great oracle of man destiny; also the true mean- 2g of almost any kind of dreams, together with charms, ceremonies, sad oe a of cards. A complete book. No. 23. HOW TO EXPLAIN DREAMS.—Everybody dreams, ‘om the little child to the aged man and woman. This little book gives the explanation to all kinds of dreams, together with lucky tad valu days, and “Napoleon’s Oraculum,” the book of fate. No. 28. HO 0 TELL FORTUNES.—Everyone is desirous of wnowing what his future life will bring forth, whether happiness or a#isery, wealth or poverty. You can tell by a glance at this little sook. Buy one and be convinced. Tell your own fortune. Tell “es fortune of your friends. : No. 76. HOW TO TELL FORTUNES BY THE HAND.— rules for telling fortunes by the gid of lines of the hand, «+ the secret of palmistry. Also the secret of telling future events #s aid of moles, marks, scars, etc. Illustrated. By A. Anderson. ATHLETIC. sa & HOW TO BECOME AN ATHLETE.—Giving full in- ytruction for the use of dum! bells, Indian clubs, parallel bars, eerizontai bars and various ot] r methods of developing a wealthy muscle; contcining over sixty illustrations. Every boy can eecome prone .and h_ chy by following the instructions contained ‘@ thie little k. No. 10. HOW TO BOX.—The art of self-defense made easy. eeeeene ores thirty Pearsons f guards, = and igheage positions of a go should obtain one o! raed arctling bod, te ik wih Gk ee ee withovt an instructo No. 25. ‘astructions A HOW TO BECOME A GYMNAST.—Containing full for all kinds of gymnastic sports and athletic exercises. -five illustrations. By Professor W. Macdonald. book. TO FENCE.—Contain ‘0. aesitions in fencing. full instruction for d the use of the broadsword: also ction in archery. No. 72. HOW TO DO SIXTY TRICKS WITH CARDS.—Bu- bracing all of the latest and most deceptive card tricks, witb 1+ lustrations. By A. Anderson. No. 77. HOW TO DO FORTY TRICKS WITH CARDS. Containing deceptive Card Tricks as performed by leading conjurom and magicians. Arranged for home amusement. Fully illustrates MAGIC. No. 2. HOW TO DO TRICKS.—The great book of magic an card tricks, containing full instruction on all the leading trick: of the day, also the most popular magical illusions as performed br our leading magicians ; every boy should obtain a copy of this boot as it will both amuse and instruct. No, 22. HOW TO DO SECOND SIGHT.—Heller’s second sign - explained by his former assistant, Fred Hunt, Jr. Explaining how the secret dialogues were carried on between the magician and th¢ boy on the stage; also giving all the codes and signals) The only authentic explanation of second sight. No. 43. HOW TO BECOME A MAGICIAN.—Containing tbe grandest assortment of magical illusions ever placed before the public. Also tricks with cards, incantations, ete. No. 68. HOW TO DO CHEMICAL TRICKS.—Containing ove: one hundred highly amusing and instructive tricks with chemicals By A. Anderson. Handsomely illustrated. No. 69. HOW TO DO SLEIGHT OF HAND.—Containing ove fifty of the latest and best tricks used by magicians. Also contair. ing the secret of second sight. Fully illustrated. By A. Andersor No. 70. HOW TO MAKE MAGIC TOYS.—Containing fui directions for making Magic Toys and devices of many kinds, PB» A. Anderson. Fully illustrated. - No. 73. HOW TO DO TRICKS WITH NUMBERS,.—Showing many curious tricks with figures and the magic of numbers, By a. Anderson. Fully illustrated. No. 75. HOW TO BECOME A CONJUROR. — Containin» tricks with Dominos, Dice, Cups and Balls, Hats, ete. mbracins thirty-six illustrations. By A. Anderson. No. 78. HOW TO DO THE BLACK ART.—Containing a com plete description of the mysteries of Magic and Sleight of Han- together with many wonderful experiments. By b Illustrated. MECHANICAL. No. 29. HOW TO BECOME AN INVENTOR.—BZivery be should know how inventions originated. This book explains thes all, giving examples in electricity, hydraulics, magnetism, optics pneumatics, mechanics, etc. The most instructive k publishes. _ No. 56. HOW TO BECOME AN ENGINEER.—Containing fu- instructions how to proceed in order to become a locomotive =) gineer; also directions for building a model locomotive; togeth: with a full description of everything an engineer should know. No. 57. HOW TO MAKE MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS.—Fuy directions how to make a Banjo, Violin, Zither, Molian Harp, Xyie phone and other musical instruments; together with a brief a scription of nearly every musical instrument used in ancient & modern times. Profusely illustrated. By Algernon S. Fitzgersig. for twenty years bandmaster of the Royal Bengal Marines. No. 59. HOW TO MAKE A MAGIO LANTERN.—Containins a description of the lantern, together with its history and inventios. Also full directions for its use and for painting slides. Handsomsiy illustrated. By John Allen. No. 71. HOW TO DO MECHANICAL TRICKS.—Containias complete instructions for performing over sixty Mechanical Tricks By A. Anderson. Fully illustrated. LETTER WRITING. 7) S TO LADIBS. Giving complete instructions for writing letters to ladies on all subjects also letters of introduction, notes and nests. No. 24. HOW TO WRITE LETTERS TO GENTLEMEN. gentlemen on all subjects:
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FRANK READE WE EESIY MAGAZINE. CONTAINING STORIES OF ADVENTURES ON LAND, Issued wi esite ite Subscription $2.50 per year, Washington, D. C., No. 28. NEW YORK, MAY 8, 1903. SEA AND IN THE AIR. Application made for Second Class en at the New York, N, Y., Post ce. ntered pacers to Act of Congress in the year 1903, in the office of thet ow by Frank Tousey, 24 Union Square, New York. ibrarian of Congress, Price 5 Cents. OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR., In EXis Wew Air-Ships; OR, WILD —_——. By CHAPTER I. THE NEW AIR-SHIP. What boy has not indulged in dreams of some day being able to master the art of flying in the air? What youth has not felt the fascination of a balloon ascension ? From early years we look upon the blue sky above as a mystic, wonderful and unexplored region. We feel our ut- ter inability to cope with the question of overcoming that specific law of gravitation which prevents our flying in mid- air which is so simple a matter for the birds, and yet there is not one of us but has ever had faith that the problem would some day be solved. How it has been solved, and the outcome of that wonder- ful feat we shall endeavor to depict in the incidents of this story. : / It had become a famous and well-known fact that a cer- tain talented young American had mastered the problem. Frank Reade, Jr., a native of Readestown, and by nature, tastes and adoption an inventor, had given to the world the Submarine Boat and the Electric Air-Ship. These tri- umphs placed his name high upon the roll of fame. "met ambition was oup of his greatest ettributes: ADVENTURES IN NE en Oe ae Jt Se ee OP Ses . aes Vigee Sr eek Bethe me * repr pe he yaa Tt a> ad LF ead cee, a Re nie. { a al SE i Ae Tat Oe ee es ae i ey Cera. 1) PERU. ‘* NONAME.” Not content yet, the famous young inventor who had ac- quired immense wealth with which to insure success had embarked upon a new project, the like of which the world had never before heard of. ; “This time,” he declared, “I intend to build an air-ship which will be able to carry a dozen or more persons around the world if need be. It shal] excel all previous efforts !” As the report went out to this effect, the whole country became agog with interest. From near and far letters were showered upon the young inventor, couched in the most varied of terms and contain- ing the most unreasonable of importunities. Scientists wished the privilege of journeyingsa few thou- sand miles toward the moon. Gold seekers depicted splen- did chances for gaining gold from mountain mines inac- cessible in any other way. Thousands of these letters, some couched in threatening terms in case of a refusal, were received. One implied a threat to destroy the air-ship and the ma- chine works at Readestown, if a committee from the Dyna- mite Union were not permitted to sail over the big cities and destroy the houses of the sboneing of the country with electric bombs.
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2 _ OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR., IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP. Sn ee ee ee eee ee ee ee Of course Frank consigned all these to the waste basket. But yet they bothered him not a little, and for fear some insane crank might work harm, a heavy guard was kept over the Readestown works. The great air-ship was finished. Frank had christened it the “Era,” as it really marked an era in the problem of sky navigation. ‘It rested upon the stocks in the great yard of the machine works. A description of the aerial wonder might not be out of place, before setting forth further the exciting incidents of our story. First, Frank Reade, Jr., realized that it was necessary to | consider the question of supreme lightness. be He therefore abandoned the idea of suspensory helices or rotascopes, and declared : “I believe a lighter and swifter ship can be built upon the storage of gas principle. By constructing a reservoir sufficiently strong to resist expansion, I believe that the ele- -vating power can be maintained with lateral wings.” ' Accordingly, first he constructed the gas reservoir. This was made fall fifty feet long and cylindrical in shape. Of the best oiled silk six cases each within the other. Frank skillfully arranged a wire frame or belt, which should keep the gas bag always erect. Then netting was skillfully wove over this; AARNE of the netting and the bag as well was fastened to a long platform of thinly rolled but stiff steel. ' Below this was another platform with light standards and partitions which made the cabins and engine room of the air-ship. big sen ge Peat aoind 90 ballast, Upon either side of the platform a guard rail extended the whole length. Four huge wings upon steel frames and made of powerful teas silk were projected from the sides of the air-ship to aid i in its buoyancy. ni ‘These wings were driven by an upright eylinder and. a version of walking beam, giving regular action and sym metry of moyement. Forward was a pilot house with windbirs ot Sadie plate glass; also a powerful searchlight. a t i frame, the turing of which tothe right or left deflected At the bow was the rudder, 5 Me cephesdk atts cis | In one compartment was the galley or cook-room, where Pomp excelled. Pomp was a curious little negro, with a vein of darky wit as bright as the scintillations of a star. He had long been in the employ of Frank Reade, Jr., and was faithful and true to his duties. There was also Barney O’Shea, a genuine type of Irish- man, with a comical mug and a shock of red hair which at once established his identity. Barney was a skilled electri- cian and a good engineer. These two employees Frank thought much of and they were his companions in all his travels. And jolly fellows they were, too, though a bit given to playing jokes upon each other, which we shall discover in ‘the course of our story. The famous air-ship was just finished when Barney came into Frank’s private draughting room, and said: ~ “Shure, sor, an’ the Era is all finished, I understand !” “Yes, Barney,” replied Frank. “What do you think of her?” “Begorra, it’s a foine bit av machinery she is.” “T think so!” “Shure an’ yez will be afther taking a thrip in her afore long, sor!” “Yes,” replied Frank. ““An’ may I ask have yez decided phwere to go, sor?” “Well, not exactly. There are many parts of the world accessible. Perhaps we will go around the world!” “Shure, sor, thin eud I make a bit av a Seceeter to “At a very early date, I hope.” yez?” “Why, certainly!” declared Frank. Barney ?” “What may it be, «T ave a cousin, he’s a Frenchman, be the way—yez see it wuz this way! Me mother’s sister was afther marrying a frog ater, and shure they had wan boy, an’ fer a compro- mise they called him Pathrick De Frontenac. Arrah, he’s ‘a gossoon av a boy, an’ there’s ivery bit mother in him.” Frank could not help smiling. ; “Well, that is truly a wonderful combination !” te a. clared. ‘I never before heard of that kind of a marriage. “ Barney scratched hishead: | : “T niver was in love wid the French meself,” he said, “but I’d niver own a sister as wud marry an Eyetalian.” And Barney made a grimace, and executed a quickstep eae 2 in a manner which boded no good for the cons of sunny | «AIL right!” suid. Frank. Now let’s get down to facts,” a A a8 saree Rammer: “Me Cousin Pathrick, ae a explo ie Penh mis
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OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR., He has thramped all over the Andes Mountains, sor, an’ he | ~ IN “For the reason that the mountain peaks intervene and is afther askin’ me to ask ye if ye wouldn’t think av thryin’ | the cliffs and precipices so completely shut in, that the place a thrip over the Andes yesilf, sor!” “Over the Andes!” exclaimed Frank. “Well, that is not a bad idea. But why is he so interested ?” “Shure, sor, he kin tell yez that betther than I kin. He’s this moment outside, sor, an’ if yez will do him the favor he’ll talk wid yez about it.” “Well,” said Frank, reflectively. Show him in.” “All roight, sor!” The Celt disappeared. A moment late a tall, wiry built man, with ar olive complexion and shrewd Irish features entered. ‘He had the unmistakable stamp of a Pavel oy, and was | evidently a man of refinement and education. “Mr. Reade, I am honored to meet you!’ he said, polite- ly. “I-presume Barney has told you all about me?” _ Frank was at once favorably impressed with his visitor. ae “Yes,” he replied. “You have traveled in the Andes ?” “T have!” “Barney tells me that you found a great deal of interest “T’ll see him, Barney.” Patrick De Frontenac replied earnestly : aed | believe that you, Mr. Reade, with your air-ship, can “give to the world one of the greatest benefits to science that » world has ever known !” ~ Frank was interested. = An} ! he exclaimed. er, ei - “Pray what may it *be?”. a kame De Frontenac drew from his ere a cate of “And all this in the Andes ?” were s silltlly drawn, and were evidently of his i , Maple Soe ree ei secs is inaccessible.” “Tndeed !” “Tt is true.” “And this region is inhabited ?” “By a strange people, perhaps descendants of the Incas. They will not venture out of their fastnesses, and their life and country is one of the hidden mysteries of the world. You, and you alone, can solve it.” “T beg your pardon,” said Frank, “but if nobody has ever visited this strange region, how is it known for.a fact that this state of affairs exists there?” “Easy enough,” replied De Frontenac. “One of the strange race was captured one day, having found his way . down into the valley. He was never able to get back, and affiliating with the native Indians, became one of them. These wonderful stories were told by him.” “Do you consider this authentic?” “It is the common belief of the country. I see no reason for disbelieving it until the unknown region is explored.” Frank was more interested than he cared to show. He studied De Frontenac earnestly, and finally made up his mind that the French-Irish adventurer was honest in his statement, “You are right, De Frontenac, in one thing,” he de- clared. “The solution of the problem ean. be nese by the air-ship.” ; “Just so!” cried De Frontenac, eagerly, “and it will be a : great aid to science, and deeply satisfy me as well. I can - assure you that I am sincere, and my character is good.” “J believe you,” said Frank, now thoroughly convinced. “T will say, De Frontenac, that I am much interested in your story. As my cruise in the air is mainly in quest of adventure, this seems to afford a good incentive.” “Joy!” cried the explorer, wildly, “then you will 8, Mr. Reade?” “yi will consider the matter,” sail Frank; “and let you know to-morrow. Your address ——”” “I am stopping at the Palace Hotel, this city.” a “Then I will send you a message in the sage. 2 de sk clared Frank; “you may rest easy till then.” ‘ ae “On the contrary I shall not rest easy” laughed De P Eraatemecs Phased close my eyes i in sleep until T hear ee « that. ‘it is the aim of x life to e plore dea es ay age See ‘2 ; Andes!” ad HIS NEW AIR-SHIP. 3* se
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4 OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR, IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP. Soon after Barney came rushing in. Frank was studying some South American maps. | “Begorra, Misther Frank!” cried the Celt, excitedly. “Will yez be afther sayin’ yez will go? Shure ye’ll niver be sorry I’m sure.” “T think we shall, Barney!” said Frank. “Whurroo !” “Wait!” “Well, sor?” “Be sure you have everything shipshape and in readiness aboard the Era. I may decide to take a sudden start.” “T’]l do that, sor!” Barney rushed out into the yard. He was going so rap- idly that he did not heed a dark form coming out of a passage between the buildings. It was Pomp, and in his hands he carried a brush and a -pail of whitewash. The darky was going to whiten the back yard fence. He had a literal mania for whitening things. This might have arisen from the fact that the whitewashing had once been his trade. He would even have whitewashed the new air-ship if Frank would have allowed him. “Tt’s mighty quare, naygur, phy it is yez air so fond av a white color when yez air so black yesilf!” said Barney, one day in a facetious manner. “Jes’ bekase I likes de contrast, chile,” retorted Pomp, with a grin. Now Barney was crossing the yard so rapidly that he did not see either Pomp or the whitewash pail or the brush. As a result the first thing he heard was a sharp yell. “Hi, dar, V’ish, don’ yo’ steer into me! Yo’ git de wust ob it! Look out dar!” But Barney went biff, bang into the darky. Pomp tumbled, tried to regain himself, but fell. And the whitewash pail tilted up, was emptied like al flash, and full into his face. Barney stood on his head and saw a million bright stars. ‘But he was the first to arise. The sight he beheld was amusing in the extreme. There lay the darky spluttering and gasping and white as chalk, for the white liquid had literally changed his sable hue. _ &Gally fo’ glory! What am dat?” he spluttered, strug- | gling to regain his feet. ‘Wha’ yo’ done, yo’ fool ct _ man?” _ Barney was for a moment aghast, b but as he saw the com- | “Ha, ha, ha!” he roared. beauty, naygur. “On me worrud yez are @ Shure, yez oughtn’t to kick, fer it’s a white man I’ve med av yez!” “T jes’ make a pancake ob yo’!” spluttered the darky, springing to his feet. “Yo” jes’ do dat on puppose!” “Bejabers, don’t yez tell me that, naygur!” “Yo’ did, an’ I gib yo’ a good return fo’ it!” yelled Pomp. Down went the darky’s head like a battering ram. Forward he darted, and before Barney could get out of the way, the darky’s head took him full in the abdomen. It was like being struck by a cannon ball. The Celt went down as if shot. ; . He was for an instant winded, but his Irish blood was up, and he quickly gained his feet. “Whurroo, yez black blaygard !” he yelled, “I’ll have the loife av yez fer this! Whurroo!” But Pomp having revenge darted back into the passage. He got the start and eluded Barney, who presently gave be the pursuit. Rubbing his stomach ruefully he returned to the yard, saying: “On me sowl I have it in fer that naygur now. An’ it’s a fool I am av I don’t have it out wid him.” Then away he went to get the Era in shape for the pro- jected cruise. Meanwhile, Frank Reade, Jr., had been busily studying the maps. He was satisfied finally that such a region as De Fronte- nac described might really exist. ( “ At least we will make the trip,” he finally decided. He arose to his feet, when there came a tap on the door. Frank gave a start. Nobody was ever admitted to the yard without first stat- ing their errand, or being announced by Barney or Pomp. Yet, here was some visitor wno had entered unheralded. Then Frank remembered that he himself had carelessly left the outer gate open. Frank opened the door and stood face to face with a man whom he had never seen before. He was tall and dark, with shrewd piercing eyes, and a peculiar nervous manner. He regarded Frank searchingly and said: “Is this Mr. Reade?” “Tt is!” replied Frank. The fellow tendered Frank a card. The young ices | glanced at it and gave a little start. “Osman Dyke, Detective, » ote Tek che ” mee: wy hd i me ue & Oe iy, ne 4h
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OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR, IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP. 5 “You will see that I am a detective,” said Dyke, politely, “therefore my business with you is important.” CHAPTER III. “Very good, sir!” agreed Frank. “What can I do for 4 SOUTHWARD BOUND. you?” “T think you are the only man in the world who can solve my case for me,” said the detective. “ Indeed 1”? “That is. why I have come to you. But first and before I attempt to enlist your sympathies, let me tell you my story.” “T shall be glad to hear it,” said Frank. “Pray go on!” “The story is a strange one, you will admit,” said the detective—“it is a powerful illustration of the power of man’s greed. “Two brothers embarked from New York City for Rio two years ago. Their names were John and Allan Burton. “They were fortune seekers. Allan was a bluff, large hearted fellow, and John a shrewd, selfish and egotistical et __ “After reaching Rio they for a time were in business to- “gether in fruits, then they quarrelling, Allan gave up his share in the firm and went off with an exploring party into the interior. ° “The reports say that he reached the Andes and there found a diamond mine. From this he took out some mag- nificent stones and returned to Rio. Their sale made him a wealthy man. “He returned to New York. His brother John followed him. Allan married the girl of his youthful love and lived happily with his wife in a fine residence on Fifth avenue. e . “John was insanely jealous of his brother, and angry that ne he should ch acquired such wealth while he yet remained ty <n =o ” “This ted to Pbusinhticos and he demanded that his oe ‘brother should help } him. Allan being of a generous nature, D3) pean he sot le mistreatment of the a and helped FA “Gradually the oe John got Allan pee in various EH "speculations, ‘Day by day ee were obtained to cat "back up a Sofiia sine. . Me ens Bit oh “fc at yt aa Tony “9 | succeed, but —” “The truth was, John had been at the bottom of all of Allan’s troubles and had profited by them. “He had, in short, neatly fleeced his brother and turned the tables upon him in the most cowardly manner. “At first Allan was stunned with this realization. Then he said to his wife: “ “Filen, we are ruined! John has beaten me!’ “ “He is a villain and a thief!’ cried the wife, forcibly. demand that you ask for satisfaction of him!’ “Allan at once went to John and accused him of treach- ery. The latier only laughed and sneered bitterly. This » stung Allan to the quick. “ *T will have my rights,’ he declared, ‘in a court of law. I believe you are liable.’ “At this John defied him, But Allan was now in earnest. Able counsel was employed, and the strange suit, brother versus brother, was brought. “It was bitterly fought out in the courts, but John’s dis- honesty was shown, and the court promptly ordered that restitution be made to Allan. “John was under bonds and obliged to comply. But his wrath and hatred of his wronged brother was intense. “The next time they met was upon the street. A brief altercation ensued. John’s black temper got the best of him and he rushed upon Allan, dealing him a blow which crushed his skull. “The murderer escaped. He managed to get aboard a South American steamer, and was tracked to hos and Thane for some ways into the interior. eos “But from that day to this he has not been heard from. The young wife was frantic with grief and horror. Mrs. Burton mourns her murdered husband, but lives with only one end in view, and that is revenge. ve “She will track the murderer down and bring him to justice if it takes a lifetime. I have her authority to chai the world over for him. . This is the story. vl - Pee, A moment of silence reigned as the detective concluded a ‘I this vivid. and graphic recital. ” Frank Reade, Sey had haa deeply impress and now :
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4 + o 6. OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR., IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP. “Tf it is true that you possess an air-ship = can travel the world “You alone can help me,” he said, earnestly. over——” “<ty"is/? “Then it is in your power to help this sorrowing woman to gain justice for the loss of her husband.” Frank was deeply impressed. “How can I track the villain down ?” “The fastnesses of the Andes are mighty, and a man could hide there for a lifetime and never be discovered by ordinary means.” “True.” ' “But with your air-ship——” , “T understand. You wish me to go there in quest of the murderer ?” “Yes, and bring him back to a just trial in the courts of this country. If you will do this you will be doing an act of justice and philanthropy. The suffering widow has but a fragment of her husband’s fortune left, but she will give it to you if you will, I don’t know what plans you have made, or whether you intended journeying in your air-ship, but if you will undertake this task you will win everlasting grat- itude.” Frank Reade, Jr., was silent and thoughtful a moment. It could be seep that the detective was extremely nervous and anxious. : | Suddenly Frank arose. _ “My friend,” he said, “I would have a heart of stone if I did not accede to your request” “Oh, God bless you!” almost screamed the detective. “Wait! Let me tell you that it was my intention to go to South America, anyway.” “You don’t mean it!” | _ “Yes,I do. Iam to make a sky exploration of the Andes. There are many parts of those mountains as yet un- - explored and misunderstood. A scientist will go with me, and we shall explore from the sky all that great region. A thorough map of all will be made.” _ “Wonderful ” . ; Yet it is feasible for me to make a side issue of your case, J will « endeavor to find your man.” | a ed ‘thousand thanks!” cried the detective. “You will be sure to do. that! This, will be ; tine to the wife!” “Will it be too much to ask? I can instantly identify John Burton, you know.” ‘ “Tt is settled,” said Frank. ‘“We will have two passen- gers—you and Mr. De Frontenac. I hope you two will be frien $ “Now I will go at once and wire Mrs. Putten, who is anxiously waiting.” “That would be best.” At the door the detective, whose face was radiant, turned. “When will the start be made?” he asked. “At as early a day as possible!” replied Frank. me your address, and I will wire you!” “Detective Headquarters, New York City.” Hold yourself in readiness.” “You cannot know my joy!” cried Dyke. “Give “Very well! Then Dyke was gone. Frank took two or three turns up and down the room. “Well!” he muttered, “we shall have, objects enough to attain upon this trip. I hope we will succeed!” What a thrilling future to look forward to? Surely the voyagers of the “Era,” the sky explorer, were to be envied. Preparations were made as speedily as possible for the departure. When the day came at last the great air-ship rested upon a platform in the yard of the machine works. ‘ De Frontenac and Dyke were on hand. Barney was in the engine-room, and Pomp at the wheel. Frank Reade, Jr., and the two travelers stood on the deck. The people of Readestown had turned out en masse to see the wonderful flight of the Bra. Some skeptical ones in the crowd pooh-hooed the inven- 5| tion and predicted that it would never rise. But at the appointed hour Frank gave final orders to his foreman, and then cutting the anchor rope, shouted : “Press Lever No. 10, Barney!” “All roight, sor!” rT The next moment the air-ship, freed of the detaining ropes, rose into the air like a bird. The huge wings began to act and beat the air strongly. Up, up went the Era until the city of Readestown looked like a collection of toy houses. Guns. could be heard booming below, and even the faint — shouts of the.people. Pa i The voyagers clung to the rail and gazed with fetoneit é Papen the aissy.goene:- baat, “Then the gat propeller gan to wot, ea ke «hae ay _ | bird the Era sailed away. smote sess ait Desert i
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OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR, IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP. v4 “Upon my word!” eried the explorer, “nothing can ex- ceed this!” “Indeed, it is the greatest of all privileges!” declared the detective. “Wonderful beyond all description !” “That is true!” Frank had decided to make a stright line across the Gulf of Mexico to Venezuela. Thence he intended to cross the United States of Colom- bia and proceed southward along the eastern side of the Andes, into Peru. The explorer, De Frontenac, had described the direction to take from the head waters of the Amazon. Across a part of the great United States the air-ship rapidly flew. _ At noon the next day, the waters of the Gulf were sighted. But they were not for long in view. A terrific galé blew _ from the southeast, and the storm clouds hung in an impen- etrable pali below The air-ship had safely risen above this warring of the elements. It was a remarkable spectacle, and being new to the de- tective and the explorer, they gazed upon it with much in- “Indeed it surpasses anything I have ever seen!” de- clared De Frontenac. scribed by balloonists, but never expected to see it.” “Tf T were only a poet, what inspiration I iii get!” _ declared Dyke. “It is a grand sight!” _ And indeed it was. + Below were the angry tossing clouds, and ever and anon the boom of thunder shivered the air. ae Above, the sun was shining brightly in a blue sky. _ But some hours later the storm passed away to the east- we and the waters of the gulf once more rolled below. Frank: now shouted to Barney: ar the air-ship down a bit!” ‘ Barney at once obeyed. “There was strong need of this, for’ the aif at that tre- -medout height was so exceedingly rare, that breathing was most uncomfortable. — (cin Nokcligthetd ine thats snusgeisbie enc me For hours the air-ship sailed on.over the boundless waste. SS cop legelesiaeh wierkaie and vessels were visible only i ee ie ot En 4 ts an oe occurred. “T have heard this spectacle de- dois argue a oa 1g | es ce ca i ee ae A whirring noise came from the engine room. “What is that?” exclaimed Frank, in alarm. The young inventor sprang for the pilot-house door. There was need of haste for awful peril threatened. “My God!” screamed Dyke and De Frontenac, in hosai- fied chorus. “We are falling into the sea.” CHAPTER IV. A CLOSE CALL. This was true. The air-ship was descending gradually but certainly to- ward the tossing waters below. The great wings had ceased to act and the propeller had come to a stop. What was the cause was a mystery. The great wings outspread, however, acted with parachute effect and prevented a violent descent. Yet to fall into the sea was not a pleasant thing to con- template. The powerful waves would no doubt Satie the air-ship in pieces. Destruction would be certain. : Pomp had come out of the galley excitedly. He shouted: “Golly, Marse Frank, something hab jes’ broken in de in- jine room! I done fink we am done fo’ now!” “Get out the portable boat, Pomp!” shouted Frank. “Lively, you and Barney! We don’t want to drown!” _ Foreseeing a possible contingency of this kind, Frank had stowed away aboard the air-ship a pontoon rubber boat, made in folding fashion, to occupy as little space as possible. This Barney and Pomp now rushed to bring out. “What can we do, Mr. Reade?” cried De Frontenac. “Yes,” chimed in Dyke. fore 2 “Keep cool!” returned the young inventor. ship strikes.the water get into the boat.” Then into the engine.room Frank quickly dashed. A glance showed him at once what was the trouble. The machinery was at a dead stop, but the dynamos were buzzing with awful fury. He quickly shut off the battery, and, then, ss “When the -| flash, set at work to repair the trouble. Over the main cogs of the propeller shaft was a small iron y shelf upon which some wrenches were placed ready for use. The motion of the ship had jarred one of them off and Of course and instantly checked them, , chy salamander Owed i ‘Thus matters were when theft casalty of the voyage, it had fallen into the cogs.
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8 _ OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR, IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP. eee eee In a few moments it would be in the water. Quick as he could, Frank turned on the generator cocks, and fresh gas flowed into the reservoir as fast as it could generate. Then he seized an iron bar and pried the wrench out of the cogs. But they were a little twisted and yet refused to work. Frank saw that it would require an hour’s work to repair _them. Horror seized him. It seemed as if the air-ship must go into the water. The terrible waves would be apt to beat it to pieces before it could be made to rise again. The gas, of course, generated slowly, and it would be some time before enough would be provided to make the air- ship go up. Yet Frank pluckily went to work; he grasped his tools and began to unlock the cogs. As he did so he felt spray come in through the window. He abandoned his work to rush to the window a moment and shout: “Get aboard the boat, all of you; we must lighten her all we can!” But Barney already had the pontoon in the wilt and 4 they all climbed into it. There was no doubt but that this lightened the air-ship much. — Frank saw that the gas reservoir was swelling and the machine was stationary right on the surface of the water. The waves rolled over the lower stage or platform, and aA at times it was entirely submerged. Lee "But no cerious damage was being done by this. oS higher the fresh gas in the reservoir would yet lift the air- ee ship up to a point of safety. _ And, in fact, thi wae'tha very thing whieh happened Ps The air-ship gradually worked its way upward aes it w was twenty feet above the surface. a "Here it hung suspended until Frank had completed his work on the cogs. This was finished in time. — A5cstoe gar de ae ane Frank realized with a thrill that if the sea did not rise] (fein atidgoe wens ntatay Conte: the electric key, the big wings and propellers began to work and up shot the air-ship once more. There was good reason for mutual congratulations. “JT thought our trip was ended,” cried Osman Dyke. “We are indeed in luck!” “All owing to Mr. Reade’s rare presence of mind and ac- tion,” declared De Frontenac. “Well, I hope that such a thing will not occur again,” said Frank. “Barney, I would not keep tools on that shelf.” “ All right, sor,” replied the Celt. Once again to the southward sped the air-ship. One day Frank came on deck, and said: “We are upon the Tropic of Cancer now. Within six hours we should sight Cape Catache.” “Cape Catache!” exclaimed De Frontenac, “that is the extreme point of Yucatan.” ; “Yes!” “Then we are fully half way to the South American coast !” “Just about. I shall bear off more to the eastward after leaving the Cape. We will follow the Yucatan Channel into the Gulf of Honduras. From there straight across the Car- ibbean Sea to the coast of Cartagena, a town at the mouth of the Magdalena River!” “Thence due south ?” “Yes, passing directly over Bogota, the capital of Co!om- bia. Then we shall be well on our journey.” ~*T should say_so!” 3 The aE anxious watch for the first appear- ance of land, which would be the point of Cape Catache. Due east was Cape San Antonio, the western point of Cuba. The body of water between these capes is called the Yuca- tan Channel, ‘ As Frank had predicted, within six hours land was sighted. From that height it opened up rapidly on the horizon. As far as the eye could reach to the westward it extended. Nearer drew the air-ship. Its course was such that a narrow strip of the cape was passed over. ~The tropical poipitndiola tn peeks es well: ns the; buszen, opened ia nen abarelen ie But there was no sign of hab- -| itation. Tes Uinidaaauet’ altace ths? cia seen shin
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OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR., IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP> 9 now, as they proceeded down the channel, the scene changed | somewhat. Sailing craft became quite common, and were of a type somewhat different from those seen in the Gulf. “All the natives of this part of the world are mariners,” declared Frank Reade, Jr. “They fish, dive for pearls and sponges, and make a living in various ways.” Numerous cays, or small islands, were passed. Nearly all of these were the rendezvous of fishing, trad- ing, or pirate vessels, for the Caribbean Sea is noted for its pirates. Frank now bore off a trifle toward Sika and then _ steered more to the southward. Night and day the air-ship floated along on her course. At night the gleam of the electric searchlight lit up the ~ sea and heavens for two miles ahead. It must have been a strange spectacle to the native ma- riners to see that strange looking ship with its powerful light so high up there in the sky. No doubt it excited the superstitious fears of more than one and sent him speeding away as if le diable was after id. No incident worthy of note occurred, however, until one day the voyagers turned out of their bunks to saree a mag- nificent spectacle. — The air-ship was fast approaching a mighty coast, won- _ derfully green and beautiful in contour. Wonderful mountain peaks towered up beyond the hori- ton, and immense cliffs of basalt were in the foreground, at a the base of which the sea spent its fury upon silver sands, a “Colombia at last !” was the cry. 7 Beautiful South America was spread before them. Bar- as “ney. and Pomp particularly were interested. a “Shur, the green av it luks much the same.” “Golly, I nee ‘fink it knock Nort Byes all out!” : i averred Pomp. "Fen dk hoa et of Catan ee He had no desire’ to visit that city, Rig Flat ery : : tn any of the South American towns. _ There Ss _“Begorra, it’s almost as purty as the ould sod !”” declared. No ab cy for the people ra ventor, and he at once answered: | “All right, my friend. Who are nt “I am Don Jose de Pasqual, the “Ditto,” eried De Frontenac. Frank. Will it not be safe?” “Why, if you wish,” replied the young inventor. “With your permission, “We will make it safe. Lower the ship, Barney.” CHAPTER V. NEWS OF BURTON. The Celt was only too willing to obey. Down settled the air-ship until it hung not a thousand feet over the little hamlet. The scene below was an amusing one. The denizens of the place were out in a body, and were rushing about in the most intense excitement. Some were loading rifles, others were arming themselves _ with clubs and staves, and a score more were pulling an old rusty cannon down the street. “Look here!” shouted Dyke in alarm. this is going to be hardly safe, is it?” “By gracious! It looks to me as if they meant to give us a hot reception,” said De Frontenac. Frank was not a little alarmed. He studied the scene a moment. with a start. A rifle-ball just clipped the rail, coming within an ace of his face. It was a close call. “Hold on, Barney!” shouted Frank ; “those people mean business. We must first talk with them.” The air-ship hung suspended about five hundred _ above the town. Bullets were whistling about the air-ship in showers. Frank stepped into the cabin and rigged up a flag ail truce. With this he stepped to the rail. ‘It was seen and understood. The firing ceased. The crowd below for a moment became quiet. Frank saw a tall, powerful built man ree a stone column and make a number of signals. j Frank answered them. Then the parley began. oa Frank adden he flow in Bagh but ho pd in be Spanish. ‘ Fortunately this tongue was familiar to the young : “T don’t know as Then he drew back “Who ‘are you?”
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10 “No,” retorted Frank. I am a friend.” But the alcalde remonstrated, “No, no. Senor Americano keep away from San Luis with your floating ship. You are leagued with the devil. Caramba! Begone or we will fire!” “Listen to reason,” shouted Frank. But the alcalde had leaped down to signify that the truce was at an end. Frank was compelled to draw back. He had scarcely done so when the bullets began to fly again. “No use,” declared the young inventor. » “These people are too ignorant to treat with. It would not be safe to land here.” 4 So the proposed landing was at once abandoned. The air-ship soared aloft and out of range. vf Then Frank Reade, Jr., set the course due south for i , the northern limit of the Andes, ~~ These were encountered a day later, Then a course was held for the Ecuador line, A strange ‘. and wild country it was which was passed over. : There were many cities and towns, all densely populated. Fertile valleys abounded in which long-horned cattle grazed. Re oy ee ee ee EC In the mountains the scene was of the wildest and grand- Many wonderful sights were witnessed; many segnes ' passed over, but the Era did not descend. tenac, confidently; “there you will see scenery which will put this to shame.” But before many days our adventurers thought that the scenery of Ecuador would do. ¢ “Upon my word!” gasped Dyke, in sheer amazement. aa “What awful mountain is that? wi we are far below its 3 summit a “That is Cotopaxi,” Siclasa, De Wieuactiye “Over eighteen thousand feet high. But old Chimborazo, twenty- _ one thousand four hundred and twenty-four, feet high, is the wonder of Ecuador.” hj Al nga wonderful sights” to the voyagers in the ala eli ibis peaks were pase sro, not Mac. “Wait until you get down in Peru!” declared De Fron- ef - even, vet, forthe sari ar at th that awful siete nae to OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR., IN HIS NEW APFR-SHIP. “T come for nothing of the king.| “I presume you have thoroughly explored them?” said Frank. “Ah, no, indeed. There are parts of them which have never been explored by man, and have hitherto been deemed inaccessible.” : *And yet,” said Dyke, “we are the favored ones to be able to gain that end.” “Would you have thought it easy to track your man Bur- ton in those inaccessible wilds?” asked De Frontenac. “T should have realized very speedily how utterly impos- sible it would be to explore this region, to say nothing of finding my man.” “Exactly.” “ But-——” “What?” “On the other hand it would seem to me quite difficult for a man to find a congenial quarter here in which to hide away from justice all his life.” “There are scores of such places,” declared De Fronte- “People inhabit these wilds whose existence is never dreamed of by the passing travelers. There are tribes of natives who have never seen a white man, inaccessible yal- leys and gulches where the explorer has never penetrated. Moreover, many of these mountaineers, particularly the Peruvians, have comfortable homes among the fastnesses and there they pass their lives. It would not be difficult for a fugitive from justice to find refuge with them.” “Doubtless that is what Burton has done,” said Dyke, “No doubt, I should, however, consider it a herculean task to find him, and very much like looking for a needle in a haystack.” “Tndeed, yes,” replied the detective, slowly, but apparent- ly not yielding hope; “however, I shall try.” “Perhaps fortune may favor you. z “T pray that it may. bad The air-ship had for some time kept far above the country spread below. As there was a general desire > get a better look at the region, Frank now allowed the Era to descend. They hung over a mighty gorge thousands of feet in de- scent. This was spanned by a curious’ rope bridge. ’ A path led in winding form along the verge of awful — precipices. Over this path nearly naked natives toiled with “3 paren lees eee ‘their heads and backs, wierd on ee Bhs WN Saba 4 le: wher the ih art stp ts have meant eae deh
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OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR., IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP. 11 ~The effect was peculiar. : Astounded by such a strange and inexplicable spectacle, all of the natives passed in superstitious terror. The hideous vultures, peculiar to the Andes, soared around the air-ship, but were not lighter on the wing tha if. What the natives took the air-ship for it would be hard to say. One thing was certain, they were terrified. And yet they could not retreat in haste. narrow path rapidly was dangerous indeed. So they cowered tipon the narrow path, muttering super- stitious prayers. Frank allowed the Era to settle in the gorge, and then appeared on deck. He addressed the mountain carriers in Spanish. This was the necessary open sesame. They responded at once. ~ “For the love of our Holy Mother, senor!” cried one of the Indians, “how can you float in the air that way! ? Does Satan support you?” “Not a bit,” replied Frank. “This is an air-ship.” aoe pity! We have never seen one before.” ; ell, you see it now. I am Frank Reade, Jr., an Amer- sei? Do you know of a inast man sspcngigds in this part of the world?” i There was a ee ésbibultation; and then one of them, replied: | iv “Si, senor; we know him ‘well. To descend the He has gone into the a af Isabella diamond mine.” Ah,” éried Frank, eagerly. —_ you’ tell me what his names??? hg _ “Si, senor,” cried one of the carriers. “He was Senor | ei aston; a rich esos Ah, but he scattered silver in the a : # news 0 of Burton so quick- ie? How shall we find | bella mountain !” “To Bonita,’ “It is a city in the hills. We came from Iquique, which is by the sea.” ” was the reply. “‘When do you expect to reach Bonita?” “Befor@ another evening, senor.” “And then “We will reload our packs and return to Iquique.” “Very good,” said Frank. “Now you can tell me where I can find the American, Burton.” There was a moment of silence. Then one replied : ‘ “We can do that, senor, . He is in the Isabella mine.” “Ah, but where is that?” One of the carriers arose and pointed to the southward. “A hundred leagues thither!” he exclaimed. “The mountain is one of stone. You will know it when you see it. There is the Isabella mine. It will be easy to find Bur- ton there.” A few more questions in regard to Burton and the dia- mond mine, and Frank turned, saving: “T am going to the Isabella mine at once! mini you |} may be quite sure of caging your man!” CHAPTER VI. AT ISABELLA. Osman Dyke, detective, was delighted with Frank’s proposition. “Good!” he cried. “That is the sort of talk I like, x hope we shall win success, as you say.” “Tf he is in the mine you may be sure of it. z . Over the mighty gorges and peaks sailed the airship. To attempt to describe the wonderful scenery bige was witnessed would be quite impossible. So, with the reader’s permission, we will pass it over jand continue with thrilling incidents which were close at hand. After some hours of random sailing ¢ over ‘the + vagion | Barney cried: “Bejabers, Misther Prank: i think I can see e the Fons At once all were interested. een ae “Where, Barney?” asked Frank, pibety eS, “Shure, sor, jist atween, thim two tall peaks.” ms ; ss Everybody looked in agin direction indicated,
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} 12 OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR., IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP. At the base of this mountain there was a level plain with much green verdure. Here there was a pleasant little town surrounded by vine- yards and gardens replete with rich fruits. They knew that this was Isabella, the beautiful little town at the entrance of the diamond mines. Here the tributary to the Amazon ran leaping and foam- ing over hundreds of miles of rapids and cataracts to the mighty selvas below. Upon the west was the great Peruvian seaboard, and from Callao and Lima merchants sent great pack trains over ; these mighty heights to barter for gold and diamonds and | rich wines. [ -The Isabella diamond diggings were an alluvial tract of country just half-way up the slopes of the great mountain. Here there were table lands and basins covering thou- ; sands of acres, and in the red earth the precious gems were found. That Burton should have sought this region was quite _ natural, . Back of it was a region full of hiding places, and inhab- ited by an extremely treacherous type of Indians. } Among the Chilka people the fugitive would be certain to find a covert safe enough from ordinary pursuit. __-Indeed Burton had made friends with the chief of the S Chilkas, and it would therefore be an easy matter for him to set all pursuit at naught. | Before the air-ship descended into thy Isabella valley a __ egnsultation was held. &There is a question,” said Frank, déphether it is wiser bik te go openly down into the town with the air-ship or not.” _ “Why not ?” asked De Frontenac. “For the reason that Burton, seeing us coming, would ate get the alarm and skip out,” said Dyke. ~ Ne “That i is true,” agreed Frank. “It is quite impossible to approach the town in the Era without being seen. " _ For a moment all were thoughtful. _ “Don't yonipenties ties have seen us already ” mas De Tipe Sik at at ad rel ee bP apap tn - “Shure, Drea euemecmemnely sa eat da SNE tS gee “Peru is an independent nation and on the best of terms with the United States.” “Oh, I have provided for that,” said Dyke. “Before I left home I secured through the foreign consuls extradition papers in all of the South American Sta “Then you are all right,” cried Frank. “Of course Isa- bella is a sufficiently important place to have an alcalde and a tribunal.” “T should think so.” “Of course it is.” “Then our best move is to descend and attempt to enlist the officers of the law in our behalf.” “Exactly.” . “All right. I am agreeable.” So Barney allowed the air-ship to float down into the valley. They were now a thousand feet oyer the wonderful vine- yards and the town, and a startling scene was revealed. The appearance of the air-ship in the sky above their heads-was no doubt a bit of a surprise to the Peruvians. They had never seen anything of the sort, and in many eases superstitious fear prevailed. Great’ trains of heavily burdened llamas were trailing into the town. In many cases the native drivers fled incon- tinently at the sight of the mysterious wonder. In other cases merchants and vineyard keepers stood star- ing at the ship in stupid wonder. The native soldiers of the little fort ae aim the appa- rition as a certain scheme of their foes and Chilian neigh- bors to destroy the country, and at once beat to arms. Great excitement reigned generally in the little hamlet. Those on board the air-ship viewed the scene with deep interest. It was a serious question in the minds of all as to whether they were to be received in a friendly fashion or not. The incident with the Colombian alcalde was fresh in their minds. 608 depended upon pat nee in om bella. , Suddenly, as the airship was: seni over ‘Ce town, a startling thing happened. It came near proving a catastrophe also. Some of the defenders of the little fort had elevated the teres ne seine ee Aas ore It narrowly missed striking the hull of the dekiis “Whew!” exclaimed De eearyea my comes
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OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR., IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP. 13 “You are right,” agreed the young inventor. “We are to be treated as a foe.” “Ts there no way we can make friends with them?” asked Dyke, anxiously. “We will try,” replied Frank. With which he took a white flag and stepped to the rail. The effect was instantly seen. The men at the cannon abstained from firing, and a white flag was seen below in response. “They have accepted the truce,” declared De Frontenac. “Good!” cried Dyke.’ A man appeared on the wall of the Andean fort with a white flag. Frank called to Barney: “Let the air-ship go down to within speaking distance.” “All roight, sor.” _ Down sank the Era.- When not more than two hundred feet above the fort “it bugg in suspension. Eyery detail of the fortification could be seen. The upturned Spanish faces were regarding the air-ship wonderingly. Frank wasted no time. - He leaned over the rail and said in Spanish: ““Beunos, Senor Commandante. My compliments to !? “Per Christo!” came back the reply. “Who in the fiend’s ‘name are you, coming down from the sky ?” “We are Americans.” “Americans!” exclaimed the Peruvian spokesman. “Ah, T should have known that, for nobody else could do the won- derful things you do.” - ; “Which is a compliment to my country such as a true- born Peruvian alone can make,” replied Frank, diplomati- as Fr aek —— * Good » whispered Dyke. “Give them taffy, Frank.” ‘The reply evidently pleased the aa commander, for | Mestids Pee are friends with yor people. If you mean us no _-harm, you are weleome to Isabella.” ; “We come to 1 a bond of friendship with you ee plied Frank. “Allow me to introduce myself. I am Frank 2 Be Jr., the owner of this. air-ship. These are my sods, and Americans, 1 also.” — “T retu: “the compliment, ted deuce, i, F ‘Marillo, the governor 0 of the Province of Isabella.” m aches Saath onion = Frank turned to Barney. “Let the air-ship down,” he said. yard of the fort.” Barney obeyed orders. The Era descended into the fort yard. Frank stepped down from the platform and saluted Joaquin Murillo. “She may rest in the A few moments’ conversation made them fast friends. Other Spanish or Peruvian notables came forward and were introduced. Frank brought his companions forward, also. Then wine was imbibed, and Frank next invited the goy- ernor and his friends to go aboard the air-ship. They were delighted and wonderstruck with its fine ap- pointments. After all this was over, Murillo said: “Pardon, Senor Reade, but will it be an impertinence to ask what has brought you to Isabella?” “By no means,” replied the young inventor. matter of very serious moment, I assure you.” “Tndeed !” “We are here with extradition papers for the proper ar- “Tt is a rest of a fellow-countryman guilty of murder.” “What! A murderer!” exclaimed Murillo. can here in Isabella?” - “That is what we believe, your excellency.” “Pray let me see your papers,” Frank motioned to Dyke. The detective came forward. He produced his papers at once, and the Spanish gover- nor glanced over them. “These are true,” he said. “They bear the correct seal of our court. We cannot deny the right.” “Do you know of this man, Burton?” asked Frank. The governor drew a deep breath. ey “Tndeed, I know him well,” he said. “He has been in our midst some while. But I never dreamed him a mur- “An Ameri- derer. However, you shall have the aid of our by to — him.” ; CHAPTER Vil. THE CAPTURE oF BURTON. The delight of Omnia Dyke, the detective, can hardly | be | expressed i in words.. “Good!” he cried. “I cal exceed in bringing John Se Burton to justice.” rt iz 3 Vor icga haga capreki ae
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14 OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR., IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP. “Tf you wish I will take some officers and go thither with you now.” “That will be a great favor to us.” “How shall we catch him?” The governor gave a few sharp orders to an aid. In a few moments four uniformed men appeared. _ They were Peruvian police and were ready for duty. The start was made at once. “The governor and the four officers got aboard the air- ship. Frank motioned to Barney. The Celt pressed the key, and the air-ship shot upward. The people below cheered wildly. It was a new and wonderful sight to them, as well as a novel experience to the new passengers. __ At first they all turned pale and were not a little alarmed at leaying the earth so rapidly. But Frank quieted their fears by saying repeatedly in Spanish : “Have no fear, gentlemen, falls us also,” The air-ship struck out direct for the Isabella mines. Soon the immense diamond fields came into view. A strange sight it was. There were mighty excavations, immense heaps of thor- oughly sifted soil, and everywhere throngs of natives were working in the boiling sun. Here some of the most valuable of stones were recov- ered. } _ Aé the air-ship sailed on the governor, who was at the rail, pointed to an adobe building at the base of a rocky “There is the claim of Burton, the American,” he said. “You will find him there, I think.” A number of’ natives were digging near the hut. them was a tall man in white duck and a Panama hat. The appearance of the air-ship over the plain had of course attracted much attention. ' Astonished, the diamond diggers quit work and eraned If harm comes to you it be- By st their necks to look at the wonder. %y At this the Spanish governor smiled. van 4, was like them, ” he said. “Truly, I do not wonder.” But the moment Burton looked up, he gave a tremendous Gitte iy His fra e pee ‘hea reveled in the sunlight, Frank leaned over the rail and shouted : “John Burton, we want you. be shot !” The murderer made no reply, nor did he heed the warn- ing. Swift as a flash he sprang into a copse and then was seen running along a path which led around the mountain. “Stop him!” screamed Dyke. Frank raised his pistol. “Shall I stop him?” he asked. “No, no! Don’t shoot him!” cried Dyke. be captured alive.” ' Stand where you are, or “Don’t let him escape!” Frank then cried to Barney: “Follow him close around the mountain, Barney.” ~ “All roight, sor.’ Around the mountain wall the path ran, and here was an awful gorge more than a thousand feet, deep. Its walls were a sheer descent, and below was a torent. Along this path the fugitive was running. Into the gorge the air-ship at once sailed. Here it seemed was a chance both for the fugitive and for the pursuers. If Burton could reach a cavern far above, he “an seek a hiding place in it. On the other hand, the air-ship could be sailed up to the wall, and he could be headed off on the path. For a time it was hard to tell which plan would succeed. But as it happened neither did. Suddenly, and without warning, Burton slipped over the edge of the path. Down he went into space. “That is the end of him!” cried all in chorus.’ They rushed to the rail to see his body dashed to pulp so fer below. But this did not happen. Down the sheer wall he slid like a rocket. But not two hundred feet below was a jutting shelf. — ' : f Here, from a crevice, several mountain pines grew, and | projected far out over the chasm. A Into the branches of these the fugitive slid with great | : force. them. ‘But he did not. To everybody’s surprise he Beir, there. He was saved A | from an awful death. But it was only | Tescue from one fate to meet another. my man Don’t He was now at the merey of his pursuers. — hg oti : hate Dyke. “Luck is one: Peat spon ve bave him” an ah rs patie roles ee 1s “He must _ For a moment it seemed as if he must go down through . Sig ad
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Ex : OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR., The air-ship sailed down to a level with the shelf of rock. There in the branches crouched the desperate-looking man. His face was copper-colored and his eyes bloodshot. Foam was upon his lips, and in one hand he clutched a revolver. But Frank Reade, Jr., had covered him. “None of that!” he eried, sternly; ‘drop that weapon or it will be the worse for you!” Burton muttered a savage oath. “Qurse you!” he gritted. “You want my life!” “Not without a fair trial, John Burton,” cried Dyke; “it is better for you to surrender and meet it.” “You will hang me!” “Not unless you deserve it.” “You have no proof that I killed my brother,” sneered ; the villain. “Then you have less to fear. Better take your chances in a United States court. Come aboard and give your- self up.” ; There was a snaky gleam in the villain’s eyes. The hand which held the revolver twitched nervously for a moment, as if he longed to use it. Then he flung it from him. _ “T yield!” he cried, “on the condition of fair play.” “You shall have it,” declared Dyke. “Who are you?” “I am a United States detective.” “From New York?” “Yes, Sele Sit’ “All right. mm surrender to you. ‘I’m not guilty, and “have nothing to fear.” * Dyke smiled contemptuously, He read the villain’s soul through and through. He saw the cunning purpose Jurking in his evil eyes. “Once he is in the Tombs,” he muttered, “he'll never come out till ihe sits in the electric chair.” ~The how of the air-ship was now run close to the ledge of i rock. A rope ladder was thrown out. - Burton came gcross it quickly. The moment he apna on deck the detective “ acles upon his segs inn groeed ee 9 vs “What's this for?” he ‘dieiandell. “Are you afraid of me?, That’s: not fair play! ‘There are six of you to one!” | “adl right,” said Dyke, coolly. “We'll let you wear them while. Now, Frank, ihe will | We put him?” F n N 6, ds young: inventor. “He IN HIS NEW ATR-SHIP: 15° Accordingly Burton, despife his protests, was locked in stateroom No. 5. When Dyke came on deck, Frank had turned the prow of the air-ship back toward Isabella. Governor Murillo had been more than delighted with the trip. “Tt is a wonderful experience,” he said. “Only to think that you Americans have at last solved the problem of fly- ing in the air!” - “But we have not forgotten that it was a Spaniard who discovered our wonderful country,” said Frank. This pleased the Peruvian governor immensely, and he demonstrated it with a smile. When Isabella was reached again, the place was up in arms to welcome the air-ship. A band was playing, and a salute was fired from the fort. Darkness was coming on, and it was proposed that they spend the night in the town. So the air-ship was landed near the fort upon a broad patch of green. 2 Murillo detailed a guard of soldiers to guard against harm being done the air-ship. Then, as darkness came down; Frank turned on the elec- trie lights and dazzled the Andean people. _ The searchlight made the green as light as day. A little evening fete had been arranged. _ The governor caused a string band to play, and a bevy of . pretty Spanish girls went through a mazy dance upon the 73 green. It was a picturesque and beautiful sight, and the aerial ‘travelers gazed upon it spell-bound. Until long past midnight this sort of thing continued. Then finally all retired to await the coming of day. _ | During all this Burton, the murderer, was sullen and silent in his stateroom. Barney and Pomp took turns as sentry, though Murillo had furnished a military guard. 5 Nothing worthy of record occurred during the dark Seti sh of the morning. But when the Andean sun peeped over the high peaks, all were quickly astir. 4 Now, ” said Frank to Detective Dyke, “what shall we do? I can take you over to Callao and you ¢an get a steam- er home. Or you can remain aboard the air-ship.” = “Why not do the latter?” replied the detective. ; Shesign xe sasantt onde aay Saab Eiaaeehy op : tried.” “Where are you going from here?”
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ea OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR., IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP. The detective was interested. erto unseen nation above the clouds,” cried Frank. “Set “With your permission,” he said, “I will stay with you. | a straight course for the Cordilleras, Barney.” The cool, refreshing breezes of the morning were blow- ing up fromgthe depths below. The voyagers were all in the best of spirits. The only human being on board at all out of sorts was the prisoner, Burton, in stateroom No. 5. I can afford to wait, for you would beat any steamer back to New York.” CHAPTER VIII. wile Valley ABOVE Sue CLOUDS. Thus far the murderer had given no trouble. He had been extremely taciturn, even sullen, yet he ate his meals heartily, and seemed to be in good spirits bodily. The Era now swiftly bore down for. the Los Angeles valley. As it drew nearer the peaks Frank sought an open- “Don’t be too sure of that!” said Frank. “We may be delayed a long while in the unexplored Andes.” “T don’t care!. I am sure of my man, and he cannot es- cape 1? “Very true! So let it be!” Governor Murillo made overtures to Frank to remain longer, at Isabella. But Frank replied: “T have another project on hand which will take much of my time and energy during the rest of my stay in South America.” And he shook hands with the Spanish governor, and the Era sailed away over the mountains amid the plaudits of * the Isabella people. Frank now gave his whole attention to the problem of finding the mysterious valley above the clouds described by De Frontenac. _ The French-Irish ‘explorer recognized many localities as they sailed on as places he had visited. : Once he said: i “It is here that I first learned of the Cordilleras Los An- geles, or the Mountain of the Angels, as the natives call it. They imagine that the people who live up there are a _* race superior to man and endowed with supernatural traits.” | __ “Tndeed !” exclaimed Frank. “Then we cannot be far Fi from the Cordilleras ?” ing between them. Through this the ship sailed. A wonderful scene was spread to the view of the voyagers. At last they really gazed upon the nation above the clouds. The scene was a maryelous one. An immense flat plain, covering hundreds of square miles, was inclosed by the precipitous mountain walls and inaccessible peaks. As green and bright as could be imagined was the ver- dure of this lovely valley. And there, down in its midst, and by a sparkling lake, was a city of marvelous beauty. Its walls and towers and domes were of whitest stone and glistened in the sun amid groves of trees like a scene in fairyland. ; Upon the plain were productive farms, which men, strangely clad, were working. The llama seemed the beast of burden. The city of the elevated nation was thronged with people. At that distance their personal appearance could not be judged. But it looked like a high grade of civilization. The voyagers gazed spel!bound. “Upon my word!” cried Frank Reade, Jr., extitedly, ; ) “Yonder it is.” “this is a discovery of benefit to science! Did ever sa fy. 4 De Frontenac pointed to the southward. dream of such a thing?” Be ‘There against the horizon was a long, ragged id of} “Wonderful!” cried Detective Dyke. “And to think r _ peaks with a serrated effect. ee SSR orem ache gion iia temtatings | Become ay meat pt th that we are the first privileged in many centuries to visit them and perhaps talk with them!” “That is indeed a wonderful thing to contemplate,” de- clared De Frontenac. “I only hope they will receive us in a friendly way.” “I have Bo doubt they will,” ssid Frank. “They arg ov lage a “pre a aad hs!
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OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR., IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP. 1% The air-ship sailed over a vast tract of land where natives were at work gathering what looked like maze. - At that they height they were seen to be of a similar type to the average South American native or Indian. But they were dressed in a more comely fashion with blankets made of gayly colored material. As the air-ship appeared above them it made a sensation. The working natives in some instances flung themselves upon their faces in superstitious terror. In others they fled incontinently, as if pursued by a de- mon. This made the voyagers laugh, for it indeed looked com- ical. Into their adobe houses the natives fled. “They no doubt think we are some strange supernatural visitation,” said Frank. “I don’t much blame them for being terrified.” _ “Begorra, it’s ther naygur they saw hanging over the _ vail!” cried Barney, willing to make a shot at Pomp. “Golly, dey jes’ needn’ take no mo’ dan one look at yo’, chile,” cried Pomp in retaliation. “Dat mug ob yours done _ seare de wits out ob anyfing!” Everybody laughed, and the air-ship now boomed on toward the city. Everywhere the natives fled in terror before the advance of the Era. - But Frank kept on, the air-ship sailing a couple of hun- dred feet above the plains. Now elegant paved roads were 2s _ These led into the city. This was a marvel in its way. ‘The style of architecture was something indeed unique. * The buildings were not of great height, but much of the y stone was delicately sculptured. That the strange people were lovers of art was evident, re for every portico, and even roof, were adorned with not al- together crude statuary. eS bes The streets of the city were broad, pi neatly paved. ee There were no vehicles « of any kind, that is, none with wheels, consequently sidewalks were not needed, aS (agian carried by mere? men, were quite common. hi and ee Mas af sea to the cloth of oa known in the vgs ee Before this there was a mighty altar, and here a fire was burning. where there was an immense idol. At once De Frontenac cried: “Ah! like the old Incas, they are idolaters and given to human sacrifice. Look!” “Horrors!” exclaimed Dyke. “They are cutting that poor wretch to pieces!” Instinctively every one was obliged to turn their eyes away from what was really a horrible sight. The high priests, four in number, were deliberately finoks ing a poor victim to pieces with their sharp cleavers, and throwing the pieces into the eternal fire as it was probably designated. Off came an arm and then the head. When entirely dis- membered, the trunk was also thrown in. It was a horrible spectacle, and sickened the voyagers. “Ugh!” exclaimed Dyke. “If that is the sort of people they are, I don’t want anything to do with them!” “Tt is terrible!” “But see!” “We have created a sensation.” This was true. The people had now caught sight of ba strange air-monster hovering over them. The result was thrilling. In an instant all was inf a turmoil. There came up from the streets an awful din. ’ The priests rushed hither and thither, shouting incanta- tions. The people were in a panic. “What will they do?” cried Frank. “Have they no king or recognized ruler?” “Hold on!” cried De Frontenac. “Here he comes!” _ Out of a massive and richly sculptured re came a richly draped open palanquin. Tt was in fact really a kind of portable throne, cared by twenty stout men, five at each bar. a Upon this throne sat a man dressed im what seemed to : be a cloth of gold. Barbaric splendor attended him. cif Precious stones fairly studded his garments. The throne was golden, and all the attendants were dressed i. the same cloth of gold. bs It was afterward learned that this cloth was indeed far :. Lys)
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18 OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR., IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP. The king was a powerful built man, with aquiline feat- “ures and pure white beard and hair. ». This gave him a patrician appearance, and was very The king and all his retainers gazed at the air-ship in amazement. Many of the people fell upon their faces. But the old king appeared to be undaunted. He spramg up, swinging his mace defiantly, and hurled anathemas at the strange visitor. Evidently they regarded the ir-ship as a foe, perhaps a minion of the evil spirit, and they hoped to drive it away. One of the high priests even began shooting sacred ar- rows with a sacred bow at the Era. But these, of course, could do no harm. One of them, however, was captured by De Frastenae: __ The tip or head was of solid gold. “Well,” cried the explorer, “they can shoot these arrows at us a month if they wish ; they will be very weleome.” “How are we going to make friends with them?” asked Dyke. CHAPTER IX. THE HIDDEN RACE. wn _ Indeed this was a question well,worth considering, : It was necessary to make friends with the strange people. Bhat it did not seem, would be easy to do. : ae They were influenced, ho doubt, by an intense supersti- als tious fear. ae 2 This must first be cr Frank leaned over the rail * and tried to make pacific gestures. Fora time this was of no avail. “cl pelenphabenge cine eer Then i. evidently saw that this was Ret going to frighten ip away. on ae 4) , — As this | had command was seen to travel through erucete _ The young inventor could not understand a word he uttered, but he replied with many smirks and smiles. “We are your friends. Yes! socially ?”” Of course the native ruler did not understand Frank, but he seemed to comprehend that he was of a different Why don’t you receive us race of people come to pay him a visit. This changed the complexion of everything. The native king was all right now. He addressed the poeple in apparently explanative terms and returned Frank’s smirks and smiles with interest. A space was cleared in the crowd, and the native king made motions for the air-ship to descend. Frank hesitated. “J don’t know whether to trust these heathens or not,” he said. “T think it will do if we arm ourselves!” declared De Frontenac. “Very well.” Accordingly rifles were brought out of the cabin, and all was made ready for the repelling of an assault. Then Frank allowed the air-ship slowly to descend. It rested upon ground where space had been cleared. The throng kept a respectable distance, evidently by the king’s orders, for which Frank was very grateful. Frank stepped forward and greeted the native ruler. Of vourse it was very diffieult to exchange any comprehensive words. But Frank speedily found that the other was quick-witted and would easily embrace any sign talk. After some persistent work this attempt at crude inter- course became quite successful. Frank managed to convey the fact that they belonged” to a people far to the north, and that they were simply ex- ploring the mountains for a pastime. This seemed to please the native king, who had evidently feared that they had come for conquest. He conveyed the’ information that his Lar ag were not | warlike, and shunned open battle. : For this reason, hundreds of years Be Ex ancestors had sought this secluded valley. SON pant (As sathcuaka bi Nocti te et ad shoeadestni ceaelle, but none of the erthe eee eee eS RET Ie Ne wie at ie 1 sa Me Spat! iso sched abaeinteeneenn gs beam . de hse | ou Septias <= an ganna
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: . “OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR, their tribe name, were an exceedingly docile and peaceable people. 4 : Now that their superstitious fears had vanished, they : made great manifestations of friendliness. . ‘ This was most agreeable, and Frank lost no opportunity to cultivate the feeling. . Bie G. De Frontenac had already entered into sign talk with a 5 number of them. They were exceedingly bright. é But the air-ship was a source of much wonderment. F rank tried to explain the mechanism of the air-ship to King Orullo, which was the monarch’s name. But it was impossible for him to understand the fiatory 4 ae application of electricity. He nodded his head in a good-natured way, and Prank s abandoned the attempt. ' King Orullo proved himself an hospitable monarch, for the carcase of a mountain deer was brought and roasted upon the spot. > a: Also some peculiar wine, which was possessed of a musty ‘a flavor, was furnished. - XX 4 Our adventurers partook of the repast, so as not to offend E- the native monarch. * i After this the voyagers were the best of friends with the yile m Hualpamas. They had nothing 4 fear from these simple children of the wilderness. They were honest and peaceable. t So De Frontenac was able to conduct his researches most jc sucessfully. Pex One thing was most remarkable. “The | ancient Incas had been noted for the amount of pure - - gold they mined and used. - But almost the only metal known to the lualpamas was i ——, Jnnch more precious. a e ~ b canrg of std by uired | bone sito aera eee ad oft the idole in their temples were of eae ‘Tharsh indeed to take sich extreme measures. i ‘moved, but his eyes gleamed dangerously. IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP. 19 A more hospitable people than the Hualpamas could not be imagined. Anything and everything was at the disposal of their wonderful visitors. King Orullo was never tired of making sign talk with Frank. = He listened for hours to conversation made by the young inventor upon wonderful far-away. America. The king made signs that he would like to have more of Frank’s countrymen visit him. Frank replied that he ought to visit America, but -he 4 shook his head violently, replying: _ “Tt is against the will of our sacred gods that any of us should leave this valley ever.” “Then the world will have to take our word for these strange people,” thought Frank, “for no ordinary method of travel will enable anybody to reach them.” _ Several days were spent in the city of the Pesos ais Then one day Frank said to De Frontenac: “Well, have you had enough?” “Yes,” replied the explorer. “I am satisfied ; let us go.” “We have visited the most wonderful people’ in the world !” , ' “Very true. It will bas many years, —— before si are visited by white men again.” King Orullo was much disturbed when he heard that his interesting visitors were about to leave him. - He held out many inducements, but Frank was rexbinte. “We must go,” he said. “There are other parts of ‘the Andes to explore. Then we must get Barton home.” — Thus far the murderer had seemed to — his mee onment philosophically. He seemed to have no plan of escape. Indeed, it ho had; * it would not be easy to 10685 it “ss the manacles on his af wrists Fer Frank conferred with b Dyke, and it was decided to og ; A move them. Pa The prisoner had ees docilé enough, and it scomed >: ; _ “At any rate,” ” said Frank, “he cannot get away from us, for the stateroom is strongly foutified sd? << fecnapres' fi nee Barton made no comment wi th mantle were 2 Bee
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20 OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR., IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP. De Frontenac stood by the rail, and all were studying the country, as he said: “Down there is the great mountain trail from Central Brazil to the western coast.” “Indeed !” exclaimed Dyke, in surprise. anything but a footpath.” “Perhaps not; but thousands of heavily burdened men and beasts go over that route every year.” “An immense carrying trade.” “T should say so. They carry minerals, dye-stuffs, cer- tain kinds of fruits, and bring back cloth and knick- knacks from Yankeedom, which are bartered with the na- tives for their products.” “And everything must be carried by pack train?” “Certainly.” “Will they never have railroads?” “Not through these inaccessible mountain fastnesses,” declared De Frontenac. “They could never climb the grades.” “I presume not. But what an immense forest down there! See the beautiful pianiaiied birds. See—there is a tiger!” “A jaguar. Yes, in these woods you will find the chat- tering monkeys, screeching ape little wood ments and— the deadly python.” “The python!” exclaimed the detective. ig Tike to see one.” » Phin You may have a chanics if Frank makes a landing any- . where in the lowland wilds.”. . nes A yadiien ery came from forward, 7 “T don’t see nae, I _— * re “came aft with thrilling foree. : bans: ~~ “Golly, Marse Frank, come quick! Dere am de debbil m2 _topey i below as os tists | ht PTR Ke sd Part of the way up the mountain, the path led under copiously leaved beech trees. Passing under one of these the lady had received an aw- ful shock, when a huge python slid its folds down and about her and her donkey. Scream after scream pealed from her lips. The great rearing head and jaws of the python were above her. They seemed certain to strike her. Her two escorts seemed to have become stupefied and un- able to act. The native mountaineers were too far in the rear to give immediate help. As luck had it, Frank had been aft with a rifle striving to get a shot at a huge condor. The moment he heard the woman’s screams he leaned over the rail and took in the situation. “A horrible python!’ yelled Dyke. strike her !” One blow of those awful jaws would have struck the fainting woman dead. But quick as a flash, and wholly on the impulse of the moment, Frank flung his rifle to his shoulder, took aim, and fired., Crack ! The aim had been swift, true and deadly. The rifle ball flattened the snake’s head like a pancake. The reptile relaxed its folds and rolled back upon the ground, a wriggling, dying mass. Then those below ran to catch the fainting woman and looked up with amazement to see the air-ship above them. Frank shouted to Barney : “Lower the ship!” Down settled the Era rapidly. Dyke and De Frontenac were now by Frank’s side, much excited. “Upon my word, Frank, you deserve commendation. You made a wonderful shot.” “That is so,” cried Dyke. time!” “My God! he will “It was just in the nick of Thank Heaven I was able to save nal ova Peak pam to: snk ge! pana a ptt The rescued woman had recovered, woe 2s oe corts came forward to the rail of the Era. Ss "We owe you more than we ean ever repay for that ane at oa CS ee Nistnht cept aires ‘
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OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR., IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP. 21 The speaker was a short, thick-set Englishman, with a genial cast of features. He introduced himself. “T am Lord Harry Cheswick, of Cornwall, England,” he declared. “May I ask whom I have the honor of meet- ing?” “Frank Reade, Jr., of Readestown, U. S. A.” replied Frank. “An American!” cried Lord Cheswick. “Well, I might have known that nobody but an American would solve the problem of aerial navigation. Your aiy-ship is a perfect wonder.” “T am satisfied with it,” replied Frank. “You are traveling over this region for pleasure?” “And exploration.” “Good! We, my partner, Earl Warlock and Lady War- lock, his wife, with myself, are doing South America. We hope to reach Callao some time, from which place we shall go to Chili.” “That is pleasant,” agreed Frank. assistance to you?” “J think not, sir. But pardon, please. chance she desires to thank you in person.” S _ Lady Warlock, a beautiful and intellectual woman, now came forward on her husband’s arm. She bean Frank cae warmly and thanked him earnestly. “Tt is nothing,” replied the young inventor, with a happy smile. “I am always honored to serve.” “T shall never log you, Mr. ncaa replied the Eng- lish lady, warmly. — _ After some further pleasant talk the episode ended. The neve went on its way, and the pack train like- “Can I be of further =< the lady the % a ¥. oh: =e a ena _Tambobambs Lees was now eahit sical: Tt was in appearance ‘very: much like Cotopaxi. The .e fun) mn 0: ues arose ‘from it. : evealed aces lake. ie op of mighty a batt a8 changed. to. steam. place of laya. At times mighty geysers shot up to a height ef fully a hundred feet. Surely this was very odd. Frank at once figured out the cause to the satisfaction of his listeners. “Under the mountain,” he declared, “there were great springs of water. These doubtless found a vent through the crater shaft, and coming up with the greater strength, killed out the voleanic fires.” “T hardly know which I would rather be immersed in,” declared Detective Dyke, “boiling water or lava.” “T think I would take the water,” declared De Frontenac. “There .is really little to choose,” said Frank. death in either case.” _ Water in gushing torrents took the As there was imminent danger of the air-ship being drawn into the gases of the crater by reason of the power- ful draughts or currents of air, Frank caused the air-ship to descend upon a flat surface of rock some distance from the crater. And here it was securely anchored, while the voyagers - all took a trip across to the verge of the crater lake. Only Barney was left aboard the air-ship. The others, led by Frank, aye to explore the moun- tain top. No thought had been given to Burton, who was deemed secure in the cabin. And right here was where a fearful mistake was made. ~ The villain, during his confinement, had not been idle. If his captors fancied that he did not meditate escape, they were exceedingly in error, as events proved. It had been an unwise thing to remove his manacles. To Burton it was a godsend. . ; The villain had not been idle a moment. In the stateroom he extracted a steel spike from a portion — . |of the woodwork, With this he had contrived to wear away _ one of the bars of the grating in his stateroom door. These were of i greet and yielded easily to the steel. So cleverly was the gap in the iron covered up with a bit of day |i th tan ht in sme way etn hat a ot noticed. ty 5S noms antanscibabiecguay is tis cloionaah i cr Ht wag rotting spon ‘the earth; naman te {had come. — rh From his window he sr thon eave te sesh, “Tt is
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22 OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR. IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP. ' . "sy sawed bar, and putting his arm out through the aperture,} “Ye’ve said that wanst,” retorted Barney. “Phwat the shot back the outer bolts. The door easily swung open, and the escaped murderer divil do yez want av me?” “You know how to run this ship. Send her up!” crept into the cabin. . Barney’s face paled. As he passed through the gun-room, he took down a brace} “Shure, an’ lave all the rist av thim?” he asked in con- of pistols and thrust them in his pockets. Then he crept out upon the deck. Barney was standing forward and wistfully watching sternation. “Yes; of course.” “Och! begorra, I'll niver do that!” the explorers. “You won't?” gritted the villain, savagely. “TI will give you one minute to make up your mind. If you don’t do it you shall die!” He had been greatly disappointed at his ipetiity to ac- company them. .“Begorra, it’s a shame!” he muttered. “That naygur Sn ey’ jest gits iverything he wants. ‘Ah, welly, me turn will come next.” CHAPTER XI. And as Barney stood there he cuaelanly heard a slight noise in his rear, Like a flash he turned. - He was aghast to be confronted by the villain, Burton, who, with a revolver pointed full at him, cried: . “Stand where you are! You are in my power!” . BARNEY'S BRAVE WORK. Barney was in a terrible predicaset He did not wish to go off in this manner and lose his |companions. Yet ought he to sacrifice his life? . One moment he hesitated; then the reflection came to him that he could return for them. There was no alterna- tive in any event, so he cried: ; : _ For a moment the Celt was in a quandary. His lion courage would have prompted him to spring full at his , foe. But as he looked into the re tube he knew that it held | “All roight, me frind. I'll do jist as yez tell me.” se death. “See that you do.” " We, This man was a mur derer, and would a8 soon take his life Barney started along the platform to the pilot house. as not. It would be folly to court that fate, He kept an eye covertly on Burton, hoping to see a A thousand terrible reflections passed fhroygh Barney’ 8 he es mind. ; % -—-He realized at once what it méant:-to’ have the pany : Vip into the power of this fiend. . The Celt was quite desperate, but what could he do? ‘The native cunning of his shrewd nature asserted itself, and he instantly resolved to resort to. stratagem. a “Begorra, Tl fool him!” he muttered to himself. “T’ll chance to down him, but the villain followed him close, holding the revolver at his head. | There was no opportunity, and Barney was reluctantly obliged to press the key and set the wings in motion. crater, leaving the others below. And they upon the verge of the crater heard the move- ment of the air-ship and aati up to see it sailing oo to the southward. Their astonishment and dismay can hardly be imagined. or the powers !* gasped Osman Dyke, “there goes the { pe Pe “What i is Barney up to?” ” -: : $> z “Does she mean 1 to leave us?’ Up sprang the air-ship like a bird. Up, up, over the
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OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR., IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP. 23 —EFEEeeeEEEeEeeeOO OOOO ee ea SS “Golly fo’ glory!” gasped Pomp. “De Vishman am killed fo’ suah. Dis chile ought to bab stayed dar wif him !” “Tt never occurred to me that there was risk !” exclaimed Frank. “But we have done wrong in leaving Barney alone.” “True! But it is too late now!” groaned Dyke. “Our man is lost and the air-ship, too!” “We will not admit that yet,” said Frank. “Barney would not give up without a struggle.” “Yet the air-ship is leaving us!” “Tt must be in Burton’s hands.” “What are we to do?” Indeed this was a problem of no light sort. Dismayed and indeed overwhelmed by their hard luck, the party re- mained gazing vacantly after the disappearing air-ship. - And aboard the. Era Barney was yet under the deadly muzzle of Burton’s revolver. ‘The villain sat close by the Celt in the pilot-house and directed him how to make the course of the air-ship. | Barney was in an agony of doubt and apprehension. t _ In vain he groped about for a way out of the dilemma. In some way he must outwit his captor. : ‘But as matters stood now it was very plain that Burton held the upper hand, and sak likely to hold it for an _ indefinite length of time. veg, The voleanic mountain of Tambobambo was now Mest _ baba other peaks. _ Still Burton compelled Barney to sail the air-ship on. oe an bi snore ” he said to Barney. “You have : 8 23 . } ‘s Nesoperpr rie You eas sense. Now, you IL do what I tell you, and I will spare your life. seg dfs goed dee oot ie Phi | Would no pyle OE for him to turn ti a “T ain’t through with you yet,” he said; “but you must not give me too much impudence.” “Tf I end tive yez phwat yez deserve, it would be a bit av rope,” returned the Celt, coolly. Burton was angry, but he only said, in a steely way: “We've gone far enough.” “Qh, it’s to descind, is it?” “Yes.” Somewhat surprised, Barney at once complied. The air- ship settled down rapidly. The spot was a lonely plain, yet a path could be seen which seemed to lead into the mountains. The Celt had divined the villain’s purpose. “He means to take leave av me here!” he muttered. “Bejabers, [’ll niver object to that.” But Burton had a deeper and darker purpose in view. The air-ship settled down rapidly until it rested upon the plain. Then Burton arose, saying: “Put out youg anchors.” They went out on deck; Burton yet holding the pistol close to Barney's head. The Celt proceeded to moor the youn, ; Then Burton said: “Look here, you impudent rascal! there is dynamite aboard this ship !” With an awful wave of horror Barney realized the vil- lain’s purpose. For a moment his face was ghokily, but he quickly re- plied : _ “Divil a bit, sor.” “Don’t you lie to me. Bring it out here at once pe “But, sor——” . ; “You can’t deceive me. The dynamite is here and you know it. I know where it is. Come with me !”” resolution had balf come over him, But yet again he looked into the deadly muzzle of that Sahil Resins revolver and-knew that he must obey.” is For a moment Barney’s form quivered. A terrible ei
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24 OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR., IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP. By destroying the Era he could end the pursuit of his This would enable him to make good his escape. What to do with Barney was yet a question to the villain. He had half decided to kill him. Had the Celt known this he would perhaps have taken a desperate chance long ere this. foes. But he obeyed his captor, and srotesiiins & to the ammu- nition locker took out one of the fearful dynamite bombs which were an invention of Frank Reade, Jr. This Burton carried, and then said: “Now I want connection made with the dynamos. Lay a wire for me.” Barney could not evade the command. A cold sweat broke out over the Celt. He mentally re- solved to die before he would see the air-ship blown up. But the time had not yet come for him to act. So he followed Burton’s directions and laid the wire from the dynamo to a safe distance from the air-ship. A key was provided which could open or close the cur- rent, and the connections were made with the bomb which “was placed under the air-ship. But Barney deftly fixed the connections in the key so that took the key from Barney’s hand. He pressed it in one hand, but it did not work. His face turned black. iy. “What's this?” he hissed. “Have you made the connec- Bs tions right?” . es i a “Yis, sor,” replied mbes. coolly. “But yez don’t press ad hard enongh on the keys, i “Oh, that’s it, eh?” _ | For one supreme instant, in his intentness to accomplish 7 his fiendish purpose, the fiend forgot himself. es He applied both hands to the key. “It was Barney's moment | The aim of the deadly revolver was diverted for an in- - But that was time enough. ‘| man, threw him heavily. it would not work. With a fiendish light in his eyes Burton } the wurruld, an’ that wud be a small loss!” he cried. howl Barney eet Ne upon the e moe Celt. kape it !”’ “Now I’ve got the best av yez, an’ be me sow! I'll “Curse you!” gritted Burton. “I ought to have killed you!” Burton was a powerful man, but Barney was a tough lit- tle Irishman, and could stand a heap of punishment. The fight was a most terrific one. Burton tried in every way to down his man. But Barney hung on to him desperately, and it soon be- came evident that Burton was tiring. The Celt seized a good opportunity, and tripping his Over they rolled. But Barney came out on top. He was a husiler in a tussel of this kind, and soon he held his man down exhausted and a prisoner. “Now, be me sowl!” cried Barney, greatly elated, “if yez — thry to git away ag’in, I'll kill yea!” “T yield !”? gasped Burton. Barney swiftly pulled off his coat and bound the villain’s hands behind him. Then he led him aboard the air-ship. Burton’s face was ashen white. “For God’s sake take that bomb out from under the ship!” he cried. But Barney laughed. “Shure, if it explodes it'll only take the both av us out av “Go in there wid yez!” And the Celt forced his man into a stateroom and locked the door. Then he made sure that Burton could not again escape in the interim, and went out to remove the bomb. x _ He broke the connection and cpg the bomb again to the locker. “Upon me sowl !” he muttered. " ‘Tt was a losedall that divil gave me an’ the air-ship. But divil a bit will he iver play it on me ag’in.” It was ‘rapidly growing ack, but nothing dienes the : * Celt started upon the return to Tambobambo. . PY He well bag Ae bunk, and the others would ae a =
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OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR., IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP. 25 He turned on the searchlight and sent its rays quivering across the mountain peaks. He was not quite sure of his course to Tambobambo, but nevertheless he kept on at a good pace, looking the while for his friends. — CHAPTER XII. A TIMELY RESCUE. The horror and mystification of the party left by the vol- eano’s crater can hardly be described. “Great Jericho!” gasped Dyke, in dismay. “Now we’re in a scrape!” “Tt is Burton’s work!” ~ “Certainly,” agreed Frank Reade, Jr. ‘not go and leave us for any slight reason.” _ “What shall we do?” The explorers stood looking blankly at each other. © Truly they were in a fix. To leave the spot was hardly advisable, for the air-ship _ might return, 4 To. remain there did not seem very feasible with ‘the lack of provisions. : \ 4 But fortunately they had their rifles with them. ; : This ies maui them to do such hunting as was nec- “Barney would iy the nerves of + of ss -quetion, tot oy | gazed at it hard for some moments. The darky was secretly mourning what he believed was the sure loss of his confrere, Barney. “Golly, but dis chile am gwine to be drefful lonesome “He jes’ had his faults, but all said an’ done, he amn’t sich a bad fellow as he looked to be.” Thus communing with himself, the darky passed the wifout dat I’ishman,”’ he declared. time away. But suddenly, as he was studying the dark sky, he gave a violent start. “Golly!” he gasped. “Wha’ am dat? Dat am bery queer !”” To the darky it looked like an enormous star in the hori- zon. What was more, it was wavering greatly. “Tt looks somefin’ like a star,” he muttered, “but I dis- remember eber seein’ a star act dat way afore!” Then a sudden idea flashed across him, and he gasped: “Fo’ de Lor’, I done beliebe it am a fac’. Marse Frank! quick sah! I done beliebe it am de air-ship!” The startled cry aroused every one in the camp. In a moment they had sprung up. “What’s the matter with you, Pomp?” asked Frank, sharply. “Jes’ yo look yondah, sah!” cried the darky. “Fo’ de lan’s sake, I done beliebe it am dat V’ishmanwcoming back a’right, sah!” Frank now saw the distant star, as did the others. They . Then Dyke cried: ‘a “Upon my word, Frank, I really believe iA is the air- _| ship 1? “That is good news !” “Yes; that is the searchlight of the Era, as I live ” Kt wabsbetisses rite, (2: Me “Yes. nn is wie 222) i ips ae “Barney is looking for us) ape ne “But he'll never find us.” bdwalts ee &: seer ers fe Sem Saree ae re MCs cast o):
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oO; A, 26 OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR., IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP. There was plenty of this a short distance down the moun- tain side, stumps and fagots and fallen logs. These were heaped up and fired. The blaze-shot upward, a literal tower of fire. It could not help but be seen many miles distant. Meanwhile, the star of light was rapidly drawing nearer. That it was the searchlight of the ship was certain. Whether Barney saw their signal fire or not the explorers - were not certain, but, still the air-ship came on. And now, back of the glimmering light, a dark body was seen. It was the air-ship. All doubt was’settled. “Hurrah !” shouted Dyke, excitedly; “it is‘ the air-ship coming back for us!” The mystery of its leave-taking of course yet remained a mystery. _ Every moment now the searchlight became brighter. Soon its pathway of light struck the mountain top. It was true that Barney had seen the beacon fire. At first he had thought it flame from an active volcano, but on second thought he recognized its character. He now bore down with all speed upon Tambobambo, and when at length he was able to focus the searchlight upon the mountain top, he saw some tiny dark forms there. “Begorra, there they are!” he cried, joyfully. “Shure, it’s Inck,for me an’ for thim, too!” Down settled the air-ship quickly. Soon it rested upon the mountain side, and with cheers the yxeriy quickly rushed aboard. Tt did not take Barney long to give a faithful account of himself... As he portrayed his experiences, the explorers listened with wonder. - . “Mercy on us!” cried Dyke. “You are a hero, Barney ; what a big thing for you to outwit the villain that way. Is he safe aboard?” byes? Stile ai aed ain 40 a8Sh 1 eeted Barney: put Pa __ advise ye to git him back to Ameriky, an’ hang him as quick shilpa eS miata aa escape ag’in.” : _ Everybody laughed at this, and « said : Mes at neat ee Bist va “Why shouldn’t we be?” cried De Frontenac. the hidden nation above the clouds. my life was attained.” “T visited The greatest object of 4 “And I bagged my man!” cried Dyke. great object.” “Which was my All were in the happiest of spirits. Daylight was at hand, so nobody went back to sleep. Good care was taken now that Burton’s stateroom was well guarded. Another escape would not be possible. With the first break of day the air-ship shot up into the sky and took a northward course. The sky explorers were northward bound. But they had not yet escaped all perilous adventures. An incident transpired that very day which was of a thrilling sort. John Burton had by no means given up his plans of es- cape. Now that he knew that they were homeward: bound and he was every moment drawing nearer to a court of justice, . he became doubly desperate. “They will never hang me!” he gritted. “Curse them! I will cheat the gallows!” He spent all his time in carefully studying his chances. Before he had escaped by the door, now doubly barred and locked. He therefore turned his attention to the window. By dint of much exertion and patient labor, he managed to bend the This was, however, This he found was a thin frame set in steel. frame and slide the window down, It left an aperture just large enough for his body to pass through. He crawled through one dark lisinas and swinging downward, grasped the rail. Along this like a monkey he rae his way. But the air-ship was a full Siealed feet above the earth. How could he hope to escape? . He could not lower the ship himself, for = in the Pilot-house was Barney. Ky ‘ _ The alarm would be given and he would a recaptured. Tt amaxders wen in 4, desperate fre of mi. er re
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OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR, IN HIS NEW AIR-SHIP 27 His plan was to throw over one of the anchor cables and} His cries brought all from the cabin in a hurry. descend by it to the end. The air-ship was instantly stopped. It was the horrified Somewhere the end of the cable would be apt to touch | belief of all that both Dyke and Burton lay mangled and the earth, when he could disengage himself and be free. Forward crept the prisoner until he was in the bow. All of the voyagers were in the main cabin, talking dead a thousand feet below. “Quick, Barney!” shouted Frank. “Focus the search- light downward and see if you can locate them.” merrily, except Barney, who was at the wheel. Some motive prompted Detective Dyke to go forward. He advanced with quick, firm steps, but halted suddenly. The Celt required no second bidding. He hastened to obey. The searchlight swept the ground below. But the bodies . A dark, crouching form was by the rail. It was Burton, and he had just fastened the rope about were not seen. However, De Frontenac, leaning far over the rail, saw the his waist. It was a thrilling moment. The detective started forward in surprise, exclaiming : “Who is that?” Then another ery pealed from his lips. “John Burton !” “Curse you !” gritted the villain, as he iniea to slide off the deck ; “don’t ye put a hand on me!” But the detective had already gripped him by the throat. - Tn an instant a terrible struggle was in progress. Dyke had but one thought. -He would never let his man get away. Barney sprang down out of the pilot-house. He saw the two men struggling and would have taken a hand in the contest. But before he could do so an awful cry of horror es- two men. dangling in midair, and he cried: “There they are alive, and hanging on to the anchor rope!” ; } A glance was enough for Frank. “Down with the ship, Barney!” he cried. The Celt rushed into the pilot-house. The air-ship began to descend. It touched the earth, and there Dyke, the plucky detec- tive, was. found hanging on to his man. The voyagers could not help a-cheer. Burton was quickly secured and taken aboard again. This was the murderer’s last attempt at escape. His courage seemed crushed, and he rigs resigned himself to his fate. ‘ The air-ship once more sped on its way. caped his lips. He saw both men slide, and slip and vanish ‘, oh 6 OE r Over Ecuador once more and Colombia, and then came over the edge of the air-ship’s decks, Bs the Caribbean Sea. The Gulf of Mexico was crossed, and the shores of Amer- : gies ica once more burst into view. Bi: 4 rahe The famous voyage of the sky explorers over the Andes wet, _ CHAPTER XIII. of South America was at an end. = | Back to Readestown went the airship. Here Frank é 3 FC eee Tee THE END. ; Reade found that the frame had become badly twisted, and he ites en 2h eel that it would not be able to stand anther long, weer voyage. “Never mind,” he said, philosophically. “Tl build an- other to beat her. Tcan do it.” ; ee: And he at once began work upon some nsw plans. 5 ae and 7? had Enjoyed the South Peery trip, Ty dt reach the earth, The cable fastened to ae igh ken to halt.
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28 OVER THE ANDES WITH FRANK READE, JR., IN HIS NEW AITR-SHIP. Osman Dyke, the detective, was a hero when he brought | De Frontenac proceeded to write his book upon the hid- the murderer, Burton, back safely to New York. den nation of the Andes, and at some future day the world It was an achievement of which he had reason to be | will see it. roud, and won him promotion. And thus having reached the end of our narrative, we P ’ Pp will beg leave to bid the reader a fond adieu. THE END. Burton died in the electric chair. Read “FRANK READE, JR., EXPLORING A SUBMARINE MOUNTAIN; OR, LOST AT THE BOTTOM OF THE SBA,” which will be the next number (29) of “Frank Reade Weekly Magazine.” SPECIAL NOTICE: All back numbers of this weekly are always in print. If you cannot obtain them from any newsdealer, send the price in money or postage stamps by mail to FRANK TOUSEY, PUBLISHER, 24 UNION SQUARE, NEW YORK, and you will receive the copies you order by return mail. “HAPPY DAYS.” | The Best Illustrated Weekly Story Paper Published. ISSUED EVERY FRIDAY. “HAPPY DAYS” is a large 16-page paper containing Interesting Stories, Poems, Sketches, Comic Stories, Jokes, Answers to Correspondents, and many other bright features. Its Authors and Artists have a national reputation. No amount of money is spared to make this weekly the best published. Two Great Stories Begin in This Number. OUT TO-DAY! OUT TO-DAY! JACK WRIGHT'S ELECTRIC PRAIRIE CAR ? Hot Times With the Broncho Busters. By “NONAME.” BILLY BRASS; > Making His Living by* Cheek. By SAM SMILEY. Begins in No. 449 of “HAPPY DAYS” Issued May 8, 1903. PRICE 5 CENTS. . For sale by all Newsdealers, or will be sent to any address on receipt of price by FRANK TOUSEY, Publisher, “< ‘< 24 Union Square, New York. ee it. } oa. | (a ait te oe. bt FE ee
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WORK A ND WIN ‘The Best Weekly Published. ALL THE NUMBERS ARE ALWAYS IN PRINT. READ ONE LATEST ISSUES: red Fearnot’s Challenge; or, King f the Diamond Field. i fr Pred earners Great Gate: oF @ i rd Work That Won. 134 Fred Fearnot in Atlanta ; ao, “The Biack Fiend of Darktown. Fred Fearnot’s opts and How He Hel a Friend. ret bate ; Fred Fearnot in or, "The Warmest Member of the Ho Pred } Fearnot’s Great Plea; or, His Defence of the “Money 198 Bred t poring AE Oia ‘ine i ‘Nee ire fearnot’s Circus; or, Hig ie iio Pred Fe Fearnot’s Camp Hunt; or, The White Deer of the Adiron- pro gin and His Guide; or, The Mystery of the Mountain. Fred Fearnot’s County Fair; or, The Battle of the Fakirs. wired Fearnot a Prisoner; or, Captured at Avon. 44 F Fearnot and the Senator; or, Breaking up a Scheme. 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> No. + BOOK. | . THE STAGE.” ‘HE : S OF NEW YORK END MEN’S JOKE = ay ved ne ga Bo varies of the a pokes Saw Bae - most famous . No amateur minstrels is complete without this wonderful little book. : . . _ _No. 42. THE BOYS OF NEW YORK STUMP SPEAKER.— Containing a varied assortment of stump speeches, Negro, Dutch and Irish. Also end men’s jokes. Just the thing for home amuse- ment and amateur : No. 45. THE BOYS OF NEW YORK MINSTREL GUIDE AND JOKE BOOK.—Something new and very instructive. Every boy-should obtain this hook, as it contains full instructions for or- ganizing an amateur minstrel troupe. =e No. 65. MULDOON’S JOKES.—This is one of the most original _ joke books ever published, and it is brimful of wit and humor. It -__ gontains a large collection of songs, jokes, conundrums, etc., of _ Terrence Muldoon, the great wit, humorist, and practical joker of _ the day. Every boy who can enjoy a good substantial joke should _ obtain a copy immediately. No. 79. HOW TO BECOME AN ACTOR.—Containing com- plete instructions how to make up for various characters on the stage; together with the duties of the Stage Manager, Prompter, Scenic Artist and Property Man. F a prominent Stage Manager. No. 80. GUS WILLIAMS’ JOKE BOOK.—Containing the lat- _ @st jokes, anecdotes and funny stories of this world-renowned and ever popular German comedian. Sixty-four pages; handsome colored cover containing a half-tone photo of the author. HOUSEKEEPING. No. 16. HOW TO KEEP A WINDOW GARDEN,—Containing instructions for constructing a window garden either in town or country, and the most approved methods for raising beautiful flowers at home. The most complete book of the kind ever pub- lished. No. 30. HOW TO COOK.—One of the most instryctive books on cooking ever published. It contains recipes for cooking meats, fish, game, and oysters; also pies, puddings, cakes and all kinds of pastry, and a grand collection of recipes by one of our most popular No. 37. HOW TO KEEP HOUSE.—It contains information for _ everybody, boys, girls, men and women; it will teach you how to make almost anything around the house, such as parlor ornaments, ; ts, cements, Aeolian harps, and bird lime for catching birds. ELECTRICAL. No. 46. HOW TO MAKE AND USE ELECTRICITY.—A de- acription of the wonderful uses of electricity and electro magnetism ; together with full instructions for making Blectric Toys, Batteries, ete. By George Trebel, A. M., M. D. Containing over fifty il- * tustrations. No. 64. HOW TO MAKE ELECTRICAL MACHINES.—Con- taining full directions for making electrical machines, induction “coils, dynamos, and many novel toys to be worked by electricity. ‘ R. A. B. Bennett. Fully illustrated. No. 67. HOW TO DC ELECTRICAL TRICKS.—Containing a farge collection of instructive and highly amusing electrical tricks, together with illustrations. By A. Anderson. Fie? ENTERTAINMENT. ’ No. 9. HOW TO BECOME A VENTRILOQUIST.—By Harry fKennedy. The secret given away. Every intelligent boy reading this book of instructions, by a practical professor (delighting multi- tudes every night with his wonderful imitations), can master the “art, and create any amount of fun for himself and friends, It is the reatest book ever published, and there’s millions (of fun) in it. _ No! 20. HOW TO ENTERTAIN AN EVENING PARTY.—A very valuable little book just published. A complete compendium of games, sports, card diversions, comic recitations, ete., suitable parlor or Peeening room ontestalament. It contains more for the money than any book published. No. 35. HOW TO PLAY GAMES.—A complete and useful little ook, containing the rules and regulations of billiards, bagatelle, ckgammon, croquet. dominoes, etc. No. 36. HOW TO SOLVE _CONUNDRUMS.—Containing all 2 leading conundrums of the day, amusing riddles, curious catches 1 i io. 52, HOW 70 PLAY CARDS.—A complete and handy ttle i book, giving the rules and rections for playing Euchre, Crib- ok: | So eeaiiecadaieae ote ior exten of
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