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Show THE RICH COUNTY REAPER. RANDOLPH. UTAH How It Is Ultra Modem? Bim Oh, you mustnt blama Realtor I know, we have just Courtland street. She was quite ing there again1. . ; and now, Ill the house you want without a me for my ancestors. Installment Nineteen have someone to share it with me. overawed with its seeming magnifiTim I dont. I blame them for flaw. As soon as Vince left the room, cence and rather fearful when she Oh, Id love if, Larry. Ive wantBut what will we you. Prospect took her husband to inspect it one ed to live there ever since I saw it walk on? Larry said soberly to Jacqueline: that first time in the moonlight. I Im not going to interfere with evening. A worm will turn, but whats was planting roses around those old Not very big, was his comment, things too much.. . But as soon as the odds its the same on both Plus Patience want me. but itll do, if it suits you. I pillars when that man scared you shake that job of yours been ends. Youve Traffic Policeman Then well have roses, next week, to be exact . . . youre to get away from the hotel. Larry "! Dont you like it any more? she declared. Vince, youd better plan sitting here in your car for three going to start being Mrs. Larrimore and you say youre just He Got It! to voyage with us. How about it?" hours, asked demurely. H. Cutter in the right fashion. UnNo. It gives me the willies evFriend That wasnt a very big acVince wriggled uncomfortably in waiting for a man. til we know aftout this Jacobs afMotorist Yes, officer, Im wait- count of your daughters wedding in fair, well find a furnished apart- ery time I pass through the lqbby his chair. for- either of the gentlemen the ing in No papers. I guess not. Thank you, ment for the time being. Why dont and see that other dame your who own the car in front of me or like Daddy No; the big account was sent feel office. me Makes little same. on the now you begin your just by putting to me. Too busy on the invention? Heard the car behind me. throwing her out. And your cigar ring? It will save announcements. ... ... - t, - Jacks eyes twinkled wickedly. I havent got it. Where is it? Down in the Second National Bank. Of all things! Saving it for evidence, were you? Exactly. Its in my hopeless chest along with the contract, our marriage certificate and some beautiful but worthless stock certificates. Tear em all up . . . except the ring and the wedding document. The one the clerk wrote . . . not mine. Ill have to tell you Larry something. I almost forgot. Its about those stock certificates. I bought them at Mr. Jacobs urging. What! Larry almost shouted. Do you mean to tell me that old curmudgeon got into you! Now I do have it in for him! For how much did he nick you? For about all I had Ill take it out of his hide, Larry Dont worry. promised. But, Larry . . . Dont go standing up for him. He isnt worth any pity. But, dont you see? I never thought of it myself . . . Jacqueline appeared somewhat If it hadnt been for Mr. ... peddling friend was asking me about you yesterday. She seems all broken up because you disappeared without saying good-bPoor Virgie. I must run in and say hello to her. You didnt explain? ' Who? Me? I told her I had been on the point of asking the management where you were. She gave me a dirty look for that . . . thinking of Alma, my blonde, of course. Are you sure you werent? No. I was thinking of my wife. You havent so much to move, have you? Just my clothes . . . and a few other things. Send them over in the morning. Tomorrow night the Cutters will be in their own home. Please. . . . anything? Yes . . Vince cleared his throat. "Hate to tell you, Larry . . . but somebody else beat me to . that thing . . . five years ago. Larry threw his head back and Excuse me, Vince, he laughed. That sounded so tragapologized. ic. Youll have to come along now, while youre thinking up another. Vince shifted his position again. No. I think Im through inventing. . . Ive always wanted to take up farming. I guess, maybe, I will. Thinking of buying a farm? , y. Thats fine. Well I Jack? Yes . . ... The first Sunday afternoon in the new home took the nature of a housewarming, with Vince as guest of honor. Vince brought up the topic of Martin Jacobs. He was curious to learn the latest developments. Were getting some place, now, Larry admitted. After the law firm of Hicks and Hicks got through outlining things to the old gentleman Jacobs . . than willing to play. in dawned Comprehension Larrys he was more Any pay. Of course, you never can dark eyes. Ah, I see! You were broke. All tell what will happen when a thing through the evil advice of the old like that drags through the courts, villain in the piece. Own up, now! but Jacobs is anxious to settle outThats why you took me on, wasnt side. I think thats the way it will end. it? Did he own up to anything? Jacquelines cheeks flamed. She had intended to tell Larry all about Vince wanted to know. We He didnt have a chance. . . . everything. But to hear it stated in that bald fashion was al- pinned it on him. Hes a game losmost too much. Her head came up er, but hes definitely afraid of an investigation . . . about my dads gallantly. It had something to do with it, finish. Old Hicks advised me yesterday to let Jacobs off with a finanLarry. difAs cial settlement . . . take him to the if it made any Darling! ference! I told you that fate was in cleaners. it all. I believe it more than ever Id rather it was that way, Jacnow. I cant help feelqueline decided. She came close to ing sorry for Mr. Jacobs. Larry And another thing, Larry went him. Do you truly love me? on. On my sacred honor, Mrs. CutThe business wont tie me up ter. Shall I demonstrate? here. Im thinking of a vacation. No! Just wait a minute until I A few weeks loafing on the Riviera wash my face. Were late now! wont go bad, about now. What do you say, Jack? CHAPTER XVI Larry! Jacqueline sat bolt upAm I goright, her eyes shining. Am to cross ocean! the I! ing Announcing her intention of leavUnless you can think of some to the be a ing Raynear proved more difficult task than Jacqueline other place for a honeymoon. We had one yet, you know. anticipated. She would miss her little havent canI hardly believe it, she office, miss the pleasant acquaintIts too wonderful! ances, the activity of the lobby. breathed. we come back, I think after And, Archibald Potter was genuinely Fair-lawamazed when Jacqueline walked well find ourselves owning old Ive always dreamed of liv into his office and explained that she must leave the first of the week. Archibald elevated his brows quizYou are extremely fortuzically. nate, Miss Anthony, that your investments are allowing you to retire so early. We shall miss you panic-stricke- n. ... - n. r6citly Oh, it isnt that ... She Loved not exactly. You see, Jack, Larry said with a grin, Vince and Mrs. Brown have been carrying on a shameless romance ever since I sent him up there from the hospital. Thats what hes trying to tell you. Oh, Vince! Well, maybe ..." Eating Customs of all the At least people in the world still eat their meals while sitting on the floor or one-thi- rd ground, while the same number, not all of which belong to the same races or countries, eat with their fingers. Jacqueline flew to her fathers side and flung her arms about him. I think thats wonderful! Please . . . please, be very happy! Sure, sure . . . and I think Id better be starting back. Car all right, Vince? Larry inquired. HIGHEST PRICES PAID FOR Why, yes. Wool Pelts Hides Furs Then youd better keep it. Youll Rabbit Skins need it. Well pick up another one Write or Wire when we get back. - Thanks! Colorado Animal Company After Vince went, Larry laid more wood on the fire, then drew JacLake 463 South 3rd West Salt City, Utah queline back to a seat on the couch. or their nearest branches located at Presently, Larry lifted his wifes left hand to the light. OGDEN SPANISH FORK LOGAN HEBER CITY That ring gives me a lot of satNow I know isfaction, Im not dreaming. Are you sure? Cooler Trees than the temperature of the air, Positive. Did you do what I told In forests, the exterior tempera- day and night, summer and winyou with that contract? ture of the trees is always lower ter. No, Mr. Cutter. Its in my dressing table. Get it, will you? When she complied, Larry studied It thoughtfully in the flickering light. You must have thought me mad, didnt you, Jack? No. Wonderful! She leaned Do closer to look at the paper. you remember how you made the dotted line with your pen so I could sign, too? Yes, you blessed little trump! He held the paper aloft, grasping two corners between thumbs and forefingers. Here she goes, Mrs. Cutter. Okay? Okay, darling. The sound of paper. Torn. THE END WANTED RABBIT SKINS By-Produ- Mrs.--Cutte- a Spy cts r. Sylvia Taylor She broke off in rosy confusion. No?" Archibald queried. His fingers played with the carnation in his buttonhole. When is the wedding? Jacqueline surrendered with a I cant tell you the date, laugh. she evaded. Its a secret. But Id rather no one knew. You can trust me. But you must let me wish you and the fortunate young man every happiness. Thank you. That much was settled. The main thing was to keep the Raynear staff, particularly Virgie Blake, in darkness as to the resignation. Larrys shoulder was doing nicely now. He was very busy, spending much time in conference with his lawyers. He had little to say about the progress they were making, only that things were moving along. That was his excuse for turning the house hunting over to his wife. Larry proposed that she select a furnished apartment for them. Quite to her consternation, he took her to his own bank and introduced her to a teller. She was given a small check book and a deposit book which indicated that Mrs. Jacqueline Cutters account was in the amount of ten thousand dollars. Thought you could get away with it, didnt you? Lary jibed. Try to get any of this," she re-torted saucily. 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