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Show THE DRAGERTON TRIBUNE, DRAGERTON, UTAIT PAGE EIX Tuesday. January 18. 1949 su, rd love to, re"Why, plied Marg happily. "Just wait until I get my hat. A few minutes later,, they left the house in a whiH of excitement. FICTION CORNER OLD SHOE -- By JOHN H. HOSB Terry was just an old shoe, and when the new assistant pastor came to town Marg found herself dreaming of this utterly different person in serious terms that is, until Terry proved that old shoes were the most comfortable after all. door slammed behind rose garden to express his admiraTHE screen disturbing the quiet of tion for Johns horticulture. "What a marvelous personality Sunday afternoon up and down Fourth street. It wasnt the gentle he has," she thought to herself slap with which screen doors are now, two weeks later, What other house for apt to close when released casual- man ever came into this bang Sunday dinner and wound up in ly. There was a revolver-lik- e of ohe wooden frame forcibly meet- the kitchen afterward drying dishes? He was so common and ing another. In quick succession followed the nice. Quite a contrast to Terry whirr of a starter and the clash of who, like her father, retreated to the living room to sleep and read rapidly meshing gears. Weill He certainly left to a after gorging himself to the satuAnd the wonderful hurry, said Mamie as she re- ration point walk they had taken after dinner moved her apron. What in heavens name did you do to him, out along the reservoir path! Tom had told Marg all about himself. Marg? she Terry was nice, too, Oh, hes Just an old soreheadl . replied Marg to her mothers ques- thought "but well . . Terry didnt tion. "We were talking about say clever things like Tom. And did the something to do for this after- he wasn't gallant. Terry to at the wasn't time, I right right things said I when and noon, interested In stalking through the be sure, but he lacked the dash and woods to observe the beauties of charm which the young cleric lent Nature, he got huffy and went to everything he did. Terry was tearing out the door. Thats all there was to it) Whats more, I don't care if he never returns, she added as an after thought But Its so unusual for Terry to lhed Mamie, as act like that she eased her rather ample self into an unoccupied chair to the Langley living room. "Maybe the dinner didnt agree with him?" Mamie was always concerned with the reaction of others to the perfection of her culinary art A-tn- s He sure ate plenty. If thats what you mean,, muttered John f , ; s ! Langley from behind his newspa- t V per. Marg sat on the arm of the davenport, starlhg vacantly up the street to the wake of the departing automobile. She and Terry Ulrich had been going together for three years, had known each other aince high school days. Everyont expected them to be married some day, and until last month, Marg had more or lesa planned on It herself. But that was befora tha advent of Tom Prentisa. I shouldn't hsva been so sarcastic with Tarry, thought Marg to herself as the family continued to discuss the somewhat abrupt departure of her intended, "but I wish hed have an original Idea just ones, Era so sick jpf his small town waya and hick notion. Her revery waa Interrupted "by - the syrupy voice of her alster-to-laBlanche. "I think I know where the trouble lies, drawled Blanche to her easy flowing, but somewhat aggravating tone. "Shes like all tha other. girl at church ever since that new assistant pastor came. All you ever hear them talk shout Is. Tom Prentisa. Dont tell me youve fallen for him too, Marg? "Blanche, dear, you can be 10 tiresome at timet, retorted Marg Sine you folk ar all so concerned with Terrys rude departure, Til leave the discussion with you. Im going to take nap. This wasnt the first time that Blanch had casually read Marga thought and teelinga. Marg threw herself across the bed, after turning down the coverlet and kicking her shoes off onto the floor. How did Blanche know about Tom Prentiss, though? Was It ao very , obvious?1 The soft breeze of the Indian summer Sunday stirred the ruffled dimity curtains which hung at her window, and jdarg thought about Tom Prentisa. Rev. Brown had introduced Tom to the choir members about five before rehearsal time minutes eight or nine weeks earlier. He was the new assistant pastor, and would have charge of all youth work, as well as the musical pro-- , gram of the church.- - During that firat hour of rehearsal, the members of tha choir had felt that Tom was a bit overbearing and arrogant. But the sureness with which he guided them through the difficult passages of the anthem for the following Sunday made them realize that this poised young man was really a topnotch musician. , After they had gone into the church sanctuary to practice with . the oygan, they were more' convinced than iver that the. new was a youthful geniui. Enthusiasm for Tom Prentiss Waa, contagious. The. following Sun. day the congregation buzzed after services with talk of the new pastor. Several said the choir had never sung so well, hnd the young ladies of the congregation were ? ' i f dV 'I 1 sV ' - .v" A X c a Id love to, reJust wait plied Marg happily. until I get my hat Why, sore. Mamie watched them placidly, and then she remarked to Blanche, You know, Blanchle, I wouldnt be at aU surprised if you were right about Marg and that young preacher. Marg and Tom chatted noisily as they drove from place to place, but if Tom was aware of Marg's feelings for him, he didnt reveal it. Marg found Terry quite recovered from his anger when she saw him the following Friday at the steak try. In fact, he greeted her as though nothing had really happened the previous Sunday. Hi, Marg," he shouted to her when she arrived with a group of friends Come on over and help me build this fire! Marg returned his greeting and sauntereij to where Terry and several other young men were building the big fire. Where is everyone? she asked. Most of them are meeting at the church," said Terry. "We came out ahead to get the fire ready. Who brought you? Jane Perkins brought four of the girls out from work," replied Marg. We didn't even bother to go home; Just met Janey at the square. Oh," said Terry. Well, make yourself useful. You can cut those buns to that big box over there on the table. O. K., replied Marg While she was cutting the buns, Terry came over to patch things up. Im sorry about last . Sunday, Marg," he said. I guess, I waa a bit rude. she said, Oh, forget it, Terry, I wasnt very nice either. Their conversation was interrupted by The the arrival of the others. noisy group came tumbling out of the cars. Marg didnt notice the lovely, blonde girl with Tom Prentiss to the bustle of the arrival. But a few minutes later, she was brought face to face with the stranger when Tom introduced them. Heres Marg Langley, honey, he said to the young woman at his side. "Shes the best alto In the choir. Marg, I want you to meet Louise, my fiancee. Marg tried to cover her surprised confusion, and she wondered if Louise Collins hadnt seen how surprised she had been when Tom Introduced her aa his fiancee. After the group had satiated its appetite on the steaks and other refreshment, they gathered along the shore of the lake to sing the old songs. Marg felt Terry slide Into the grass beside her, and wondered If he knew. When they were singhe ing "Loves Old Sweet Song. gently slid his hand into her own. and a little thrill tingled through her as he whispered: "Marg, do you know youre really lovely with the moonlight In your hair? How would you like those two bright stars up there for earrings? "Why, Terry," Marg answered quietly, "what a beautiful speech. more handsome, but Terry was definitely old shoe. Comfortable, congenial, good quality, but not exciting. She sat up abruptly on tha bed, pulling her knees up to her chin, and cocking her head to one side at her Image to the mirror. She said aloud to herself, "Marg, youre being aimple about this man. He doesnt even -know youre alive. From the distant confines of the house, the soft notes of the door chime Interrupted her rumination. She listened to see If she could identify the voice of the visitor. Hearing muffled mannish tones, she decided to investigate. Perhaps Terry had returned. Patting her soft curia into place, she dabbed a bit of powder on her nose before going down to the living room. She was quite surprised to tee that the caller was tha much thought-abou- t Mr. Prentiss. he greeted Why, hello, Marg. her aa aha entered the room, "I waa Just out extending invitations to the choir member! for a big steak fry were planning for Friday evening at the lake. You'll be there, of course? "You know you can count on me, Tom, replied Marg, brightening noticeably In the presence of the young minister. "And you'd better add an extra pound of steak, because my appetite's pretty keen to the open air, she added gayly. "If youre not doing anything imcontinued Tom, portant, Marg, Td like to have you go along with me to notify the other members. -- Whats got Into you? he stammered, Gee, Marg . . Ever since I can remember Ive dreamed about you and me . . . how lovely you are, but I'm not very good at making speeches . . . or making love, for that matter . . . but here tonight by the lake, the moonlight, the fire and everyI guess any guy'd want thing to say something nice to the most wonderful girl to the world, wouldnt he?" Marg returned the pressure of his hand as she brushed aside the guilty thought that she had doubted her love for Terry Terry wasn't such a bad stick after all, and maybe shed ask the Rev. Tom Prentiss to officiate at their wedding to the spring. That would be a nice touch at that! The voices floated out over the waters of the lake, and Marg turned to look into Terrys earnest eyes. Terry," she whispered, you're so nice so comfortable! ... Jute Jt M ountain Apart Grace Noll Crowell "HENEVER the M liter could. He ftole away -- From the great throngs to seek some nt aware . juiet place 'Khere fie could be alone, where He could" pray, Where God could come to meet Him face to face Strange ftrength is ever horn of solitude; The heart today grows weary of its care And . . God, it would be good To seek a mountain side and find Thee there. over-burden- of his good looks, too. John Langley was an elder of tiie church, ao a few Sundays after Prentisa arrival, John Invited him to the humble abode on North Fourth Street to delve into the wonder of Mamie Langley's cookery. And Marg had a chance to observe Tom at dose range. Throughout the meal, he sparkled with brilliant bits of conversation. and fairly captured Mamies heart by atorlng away huge quantities of food After dinner, be bad Insisted upon coming Into the kitchen to help with the dishes He expressed admiration for Mamiei art. and went with John Into the Chnft Stole away at evening to the hriis. So should we go, the press of the days w oik done, To seek some quiet place where the laSt light spills The ndiant splendor of the setting sun, And kneel to pray. How often we have loft The way to solitude, and at such cost! UW&SZCWld , . iff QWV - rv , v Gay Embroidered Hat and Muff v'- - mv tt A i f v T fl t f - it: f s Pies Are Perfect for Dessert! (Set Recipes Below.) Favorite Pies LYNN CHAMBERS PIES ARE ONE of the favorite choice for dessert all over the country. This is really remarkable because all pies, whether served at home or elsewhere, are not always good. Theyre soggy and pale and their fillings are tasteless.. 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