A. Merritt's Fantasy Magazine, April 1950 — page 129: what you’re looking at

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THE; LITTLE DOLL DIED the box-lid. “You never can tell about Haiti. There’s things go on in those mountains out there a white man wouldn't believe. “Take those Arawak Indians, now. Me, I wouldn’t’ve believed they existed. But this summer I had to come down here on an insurance investigation—to show you how funny things are. After I retired from the Marines I had to do some thing so I signed up with this insurance com- pany. I knew Haiti, they sent me down here on this case—planter died of fever, that was all, but the Haitian offi- cials got all balled up with the indemnity. Anyway, I settled the business over in Port au Prince, and then just for old times sake I thought I'd travel across the island and pay a short visit to Morne Noir.” Glennon stood up out of his chair and leaned, a little unsteadily, over the shoe box. “Listen, mister! I was passing through a shabby mountain village—place hasn't even got a name—when I saw a little voodoo doctor’s hut, and this thing hang- ing in the door. By heaven!” Lifting the lid, Glennon glared down at the contents of the box—that frowsty, tobacco-colored bogle which looked like a worn-out leather doll. Glennon pointed a shaky finger. “See the black hair? That pugged up little face? Mister, the last time I heard of that Irishman was fifteen years ago when he was big as life and on his way inland. to. the Santo-Domingan border. This is no doll, my friend. This is no imi- tation. That place where it’s come un- sewed’’—he pointed—‘“that sawdust is spilling out of an appendicitis scar. take a look.”’ I couldn’t speak, looking-down into the box he held. Glennon closed the lid and looked up at me. Moisture. beads shone on _ his temples. “You.can’t fool Haiti,” he said softly. He tapped’ the little mummy-box with his finger, very slowly, and murmured, “This is th’ real McCoy.” THE END ~—C@r Just Rubber H EELS & Soles “EINEST MADE” NMEED MIQRE 4 MONEY e Thousands already earn big, steady profits selling fa- mous Bostonian shirts, rainwear, hosiery, underwear and other everyday needs for men, women and chil- dren. Also new line of Hamilton shoes. No selling experience needed — if you're keen and really want to assure yourself of a steady income, Bostonian will back you and set you up in business. You get big profits, imme- diate cash and big selling kit. Our Com- pany has tripled its business in the last year. Write now — big Spring season ahead. Bostonian Mfg. Co., Dept. 401, 89 Bickford Street, Boston 30, Mass. — SAFELY. Contains Lonolin. Provents Chapping and Rough Red Hands, SAHARA WATERLESS SOAP CO., Grand Rapids 2 Michigae MONEY-MAKING OUTFITS WITH ACTUAL SAMPLES Man or woman—young or old, YOU can Be earn steady income in full or spare time. event pat you neat is furnished FREE and imply write orders for nationally advertised Kendex nylon hosiery sold with Saratine that gives free replace- uns or senags Cerereee of cause) within ph up to 3.m plete line including sheerest 60 9 auge, ries Good Housekeeping eerantec’ Seal, “which provides replacement or refund of money if not as advertised therein. Also 3 additional ‘tines (1) beautiful lingerie (2) wonderful [XG robes at amazing direct to wearer prices (3) HY complete line men’s hose guaranteed one {_ =| full year or replaced free. No money or eXx- BX ene needed to build your own business. BY e deliver and collect. Advance cash plus puss bonus. Postcard will bring you sample nylon stocking, mples of lingerie-robe fabrics and complete ‘money-making ata: Nothing to pay now or later. No obligation. Write: KENDEX COMPANY ° BABYLON 99,N. Y. Stop using Harsh Abrasive Soaps, Sahara will ~ Remove Without Water — Paint, Tar, Grease, ~ Grime, Printers’ Ink, ete. QUICKLY — EASILY At Your Dealer or Send $1.00 for two 60¢ Tubes — Postpaid — Money-Back Guarantee — Agents Wanted 129 Eomicboo m s