Argosy All-Story Weekly, Vol. 146 No. 4 — page 112: what you’re looking at

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By M. M. HE tragic death of Mrs. Chester | Railing, wife of the famous physi- cian, had a most profound effect in the city of Wayne. Stepping suddenly from behind a street car, she was the victim of a drunken automobile driver who dis- regarded all traffic regulations. Witnesses afterward testified that he was going at least thirty miles an hour when the accident oc- curred. She died shortly after, never regaining consciousness. Attending physicians said there was a fracture of the skull as well as internal injuries. The untimely death of his wife was a terrible blow to the doctor. He was deeply in love with her, and her passing away seemed to utterly crush him. Dr. Ralling was a specialist in mental diseases, and during his twenty years’ practice had be- come famous. As soon as the news of his wife’s death was flashed over the wires mee SOLOMON messages of condolence began to pour im from all over the country. Several cable- grams came from abroad. Many of these messages, however, were never opened by the grief-stricken physician. As is generally the case, following the funeral of Mrs. Ralling, the city began to turn its attention to other matters. In due time the affair was but part of Wayne's busy life. Dr. Ralling, however, changed from the day his wife was killed. He immediately lost interest in everything, including his practice, which heretofore had occupied practically every minute of his time. Ur- gent calls were ignored, and on several occasions he refused to take note of cases that would have paid handsome fees. The association of which he was president held several meetings to discuss the matter.