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Show i f I1 SOUTH CACHE COURIER .Sylvia Taylor a boy who doesnt even know that accounts are settled when girls arent present. double-dat-e BEU. I fit, f STftGESCREEfOAElO THE STORY SO FAR: Joan Leiand, secretary to Arthur Mulford, San Francisco Importer, Is amaxed and angry when he discharges her without notice or explanation. Ber sister Sybil, with whom she shares an apartment, loses her position also and Joan accepts a secretarial position with handsome Karl Miller, night elnb proprietor. He pays her well because of the unusual hours. She is fascinated and accepts his lovemaking. Later she meets his manager, Paul Sherman and his partner, Eric Strom, who both express admiration for her. Paul warns her against Karl but refuses to give his reasons. Returning to the office unexpectedly, Joan overhears Karl and Eric in a mysterious conversation. Paul drives her home and they quarrel over Joan working for Karl. Later Karl in- vites her to inspect a freighter, whose captain he knows. 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Dick- producing, an excellent, two-reering for his share of the tion made by experienced producmovie tickets right before the ers, directors and actors. no, eighty-eiggirls: Forty-fou- r, el ht CHAPTER VI There are a lot Sybil shrugged. of people I dont trust For instance, why is Paul Sherman following you?" "I intend to find out tonight. He has an appointment at the club at Ill try to see him alone for a few minutes. Im going to ask him to explain. "Karl probably knows about it already. It may be his orders. Thats ridiculous! Joan flared. How can you dislike Karl so much? ten-thirt- y. After he got you your job and has been so kind to you? "Youre just tired, honey! Sybil said as she put comforting arms about Joan. You dont get enough sleep. You need more sun and fresh air. Working in that shut-i- n office with no outside windows is enough to make anyone ill. Let me alone! her sister wept You dont understand. No one understands how I feel. Sybil sighed as she Went back to the kitchen. But before Joan left for the office she had kissed Sybil affectionately, saying, Im sorry, Syb! I guess I am tired. One of the things thats making me nervous is having Paul follow me all the time. I cant stand it any longer, and Im going to settle it tonight Later when Joan hurried from the apartment and walked to the trolley line through the dark night she felt strangely exhilarated. It was a thrill even to go to work when her boss was Karl Miller. The whole world is different when youre in love, Joan thought and she pitied the girls who were neglected by this great emotion. At the Club Joan paused to look at the crowd. The low ceiling was flooded with a soft indirect lighting. It was a pleasant intimate room. The dance floor was small but adequate. It formed a circle in front of the band which, according to Karl, was going over big. The Club Elite was definitely a success. The bar at one side of the room , was crowded. Joan, glancing casud men and ally at the She women, saw Paul Sherman. glanced at her watch. It was a quarter of eight. She had fifteen minutes before she was due in Karls office. Now was her chance. Is it possiHello, Paul said. ble that you want to see me? I Joan sat down beside him. have been seeing you almost constantly for three weeks, she said significantly. Thats a tricky hat, Paul said admiringly. "Be serious, Paul. You know what I mean. Why have you been following me? Must have been two other people. Want a drink? No, thank you! Joan exploded. Theres no use trying to evade the issue. I saw you down at the boat that night. His brown eyes were serious. You didnt tell Karl? No! I didnt. Why not? I didnt want you to lose your I couldnt bejob, she confessed. lieve that you meant any harm. Thats very sweet of you, Joan! I appreciate your confidence. Well? Arent you going to explain? If you dont, Im going to tell him. We Paul looked at his watch. havent time to talk now. You have to be in the office by eight, dont you? Ill come in later and well talk then. Meanwhile, please dont say anything to Karl. Promise me, well-dresse- Joan! S- - I wont if youll explain. You have all the instincts of a Paul laughed. detective, Thats what Karl told me once, Ill see you Joan Informed him. later! Karl Miller was in his office. The moment Joan entered, he drew her into his arms. Thats an adorable hat, he said, kissing her. I knew you'd like it! pressed her cheek against his. She Im- possible to think about Paul Sherman, impossible to worry, or even care what happened in the rest of the world when she was in his arms. Ill be out of the office until ten, Karl told her. Try to finish those letters. Paul wants to see you at she reminded him. Ill be back. Good night, ten-thirt- lieb-then- !" Another kiss and he was gone. Joan turned back to her typewriter wondering how she could keep her mind off Karl Miller and type these letters. Karl was such a man! He cents, thats for my ticket and Joan Bennett has revived the hers. Then, lets see quilting bee on the set And hes the man who wanted of her current Columbia film, High- so much to meet a really swell ly Irregular; shes organized 65 girl! No swell girl will like elderly ladies into a group to knit Ah! Miss Leiand! You are alone, I see. And looking very beautiful and sew for men in the service. The fu (t. (k. (U (w (kt(k.(k(W(L (w as always gossips modern, Hollywood variety! N fV. (V. had lived. He was not an inexperienced boy in his twenties. Paul must be twenty-si- x or seven but he seemed a boy compared to Karl, Karl who was so sophisticated so completely sure of himself. Stop thinking about him!" Joan scolded herself and, fitting a sheet of paper into her typewriter, she began to work. It was almost ten when the door Joan opened without warning. thought it was Paul but it was Eric Strom, Karls partner, who stepped inside. Joan had not seen him since the night he dined with Karl and her. Ah! Miss Leiand! You are alone, I see. And looking very beautiful as always. Erics voice was soft but his eyes regarded her insolently. Karl will be back any minute, Joan said quickly. I dont think so. I left him only a few minutes ago, quite absorbed in a business matter. Mind if I have a drink? Youre Karls partner. Its your office, too. She was trying to control her dislike of him. . You are very generous, Eric Strom said, but he did not open the bar concealed in the wall. Instead he approached her desk. Youll have to excuse me, Joan said, suddenly afraid. Im very busy. But with a quick step, Eric was beside her. Drawing her to her feet, he attempted to kiss her. You beautiful little devil! he murmured. Joan was terror-strickeShe tried to scream but no sound would come. She pulled away with all her but Eric Strom only strength laughed. Let me alone! Joan cried as she Erics arms about her. She was not aware that the office door had opened until a hand seized Eric and whirled him around. felt Paul! Pauls face was grim. You dirty He smashed his fist full in Erics face with a blow that sent him spinning across the room. Eric staggered to his feet but there was a smile on his evil face. Youll pay for this, Sherman! You seem to forget I have something to say about this business. Joan leaned weakly against the desk, sobbing. Shut up and get out! Paul ordered, advancing toward Eric again. And at that moment Karl Miller appeared in the doorway. His voice cut like a whip through the tense What's going on atmosphere. here? he demanded. No one seemed inclined to him but he read the story in I want to talk to Joan their faces. alone! She had never heard him use this tone before. His voice was edged with steel. His eyes were hard. He seemed another Karl, a man she had never known. As Paul turned to go, Joan ran to him. Thanks, Paul! she said, her voice trembling. But Paul did not look at her. His voice was strained. Dont mention it! When they were alone, Karl said, "It wont happen again, Joan. Ill see that Eric doesnt annoy you. Desperately she tried to regain control of her shattered nerves but sobs shook her. Karl put his arms about her and his touch was magic. "Dont cry, Liebchen! Theres nothing to be afraid of now. She clung to him, feeling strength in his assurance. "Oh, Karl, I love The words tripped over each you! other in stammering sincerity. Karl Miller, pressing his lips against her white forehead, smiled. rat! ah-sw- er The days of November marched by with astonishing rapidity. Joan was not bothered by Eric Strom again and her fears vanished. Karl was nore attentive than ever, and Joan, with the radiant assurance of a woman loved, checked oft each day as more perfect than the last. Sometimes she doubted her efficiency as Karls secretary. She typed letters scarcely knowing what she was writing. But if she was inefficient Karl did not seem to notice it. One rainy night Joan said to Sybil, Ive never been so happy in my life." Its too good to be true. Sybil I still dont prophesied gloomily. like KarL The more I see of him the less I trust him. And another one I dont care for is that Mrs. Murdock who runs the beauty shop. "Is that Karls fault? He got you the job. Thats enough, isnt it? Joan had come home for dinner and Karl had told her she need not be back at work until nine, an hour later than usual. I never heard of such crazy Karl cerhours, Sybil objected. tainly isnt very businesslike about the club. I dont see how he makes anything. Joan walked restlessly up and down the living room. Karl makes plenty of money. Hes a very clever man. She glanced at the clock. I think Ill go back early. Karl might need me. Shortly before eight she left. Happily she opened the door of Karl Millers office but the smile on her face faded when she saw that Karl was not alone. Eric Strom was with him. Im just leaving, Eric said, and without a word to Joan he walked past her and down the corridor. Karl did not seem surprised that she had arrived early. He made no comment upon her appearance. He read her thoughts, when he said, I didnt think youd want to see Eric, so I told you to come later. Instantly she was reassured. It was kind of him to spare her a meeting with Eric Strom. Joan, Karl continued, with his quick smile, I hate to ask you to. do this on such a bad night but I cant leave the office and I want this package delivered. He held out a small leather portfolio. I dont mind, Karl! Where does (V. (V. (V. O- (V ASH MS ANOTHER William Luhdigan thinks his lucky breaks began when he left Syracuse ?7 university in his second year there to take a job in a radio station. An RKO executive whom he interviewed on the air told him he ought to be in pictures; when a New 1. 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Ascorbic acid is better known as what? 7. How do we determine the date of Easter Sunday? 8. What is the difference be- -, tween ordnance and ordinance? The Answers LUNDIGAN York friend fixed up a test for Universal, he just had to stand and talk as he did for radio. He made pictures for Universal and Warner Bros., then was signed by Metro and had the luck to land in the starseries, as Andy Hardy making the new boy friend of Andys sister in The Courtship of Andy Hardy. Jean Arthur was in a scene with Ronald Colman and Cary Grant for Threes a Crowd; three soldiers whod been watching rehearsals had just left. Suddenly an overhead spider" a multiple electric switch box blew out, showering them with Jean promptly scuttled sparks. away. "Where you going? shouted it go? After Do you remember the night I Director George Stevens. those soldiers, she replied, to put took you aboard the freighter? I out the bomb! She nodded and he went on, want it delivered there. Take a taxi Lucille Norman, blonde and 19, and go immediately. She left Joan fastened her coat and slipped went east to go west. on her gloves. To whom shall I Steele City, Neb., to win a place as radio singer over a Cincinnati stagive it? Theyre expecting you. Someone tion; while trying out there for the will meet you. Give him the pack- Metropolitan Opera auditions she age and come right back. Youll was spotted by a movie talent scout, find a taxi outside. He kissed her and now shes in Hollywood. briefly. When she arrived at the pier Joan Johnny Johnston, young singing asked the driver to wait, and clutch- guitarist of radio fame, was picked role ing the portfolio tightly, ran into by Paramount for a the warehouse. She walked rapidly with Ellen Drew in Priorities of through the darkness, through the 1942; its a musical film with the opening which led to the ship. There activities of aircraft plant workers was no one in sight as she ascended for its story background. -- r the slippery gangplank. She stood uncertainly for a mobefore Henry Aldrich Recently ment peering through the misty went on the air a petition was cirdarkness before she heard a voice culated asking the right to smoke Wer da? She drew back involun- backstage. Just before the broadtarily. The guttural voice frightened cast it was slipped into Mr. Aher. ldrichs script for safekeeping, and Instantly a man appeared out ol he very nearly read it over the the night and the muscles of his mike. scarred face relaxed when he saw who it was. Miss Leiand? The Note for baseball fans: Joan faltered, Here is a Brooklyn Dodgers didnt want that Yes, package from Mr. Miller. picture about them to be called Danke schoen! He saluted her Them Lovely Bums, so rememand disappeared into the shadows ber that it will be offered to the Joan returned through the ware- public as It Happened in Flatbush house to the street. She shivered unless somebody thinks up a better as the wind swept the rain in great title. gusts. Thank goodness, her taxi was Just before the war department still there. forbade the use of rubber latex Quickly Joan ran to it, opened the Paramount got under the wire, so door and climbed in. latex balloon youll see a three-foGood evening, Paul Sherman as a prop for Martha ODriscolls said. bubble dancer scene in My Heart He was sitting in the corner comBelongs to Daddy.' -I posedly smoking a cigarette. A1 Pearce of the air waves is inthought you might need me." So youre following me again! terested in adding Marie Blake to She felt his arm nudge hers in his radio gang. Shes Jeanette Macwarning as he glanced towards the Donalds sister, and you probably taxi driver. "Dont talk now! he saw her somewhere in the Dr. Kilsaid under his breath. dare series of pictures she played Take me back to the club, Joan the telephone operator. ordered. Drive straight But Paul said, ODDS AND ENDS Bill Stem, raahead till I give you further direc- dio sports announcer, will be seen in tions. And step on it! the Lou Gehrig film, The Pride of in furious silence Joan sat as the the Yankees A fruit dealer who driver obeyed Pauls orders. They knows and admires Edward G. Robinclimbed the slope of Nob Hill. Not son spells the Big Town stars name '. A Royal until they stopped at a hotel and out in fruit on his stand were settled at a small table in the Air Force officer lent Franchot Tone Tone wears in Columbias grill did she turn angrily to Paul. the uniform Highly Irregular . . . Rosalind RusWould you mind telling me wha. wholl star in My Sister Eileen , is the idea of this? I happen to be sell, is singing for the boys on her tour of working for Karl, and hes expect- army camps in the Southwest, and they ing me back at the office." love it . . . Jack Benny has signed a The room was warm and gay ana neto r contract, which will carthere was a hum of voices. ry him into his tenth year with the same sponsor. (TO BE CONTINUED) DONT LET CONSTIPATION SLOW YOU UP When bowels are sluggish and you feel irritable, headachy and everything you do is an effort, do as millions do chew the modern chewing gum laxative. Simply chew before you go to bed sleep without being disturbed next morning gentle, thorough relief, helping you feel (well again, full of your normal pep. Try' Tastes good, is handy and economical. A generous family supply FEEN-A-MIN- There is a Thames river in the state of Connecticut. 2. A lad between boyhood and manhood; an inexperienced, awkward youth. 3. Hamlet (Act I, scene IV). 4. A song. 5. Fifteen hands (a hand is four inches). 6. Vitamin C. 7. 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