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Show e THE RICH COUNTY REAPER, RANDOLPH, UTAH two keys to a cabin LIDA CHAPTER VIII O O MACRAE SMITH CO. Continued . she' said with dignity which scorned Kate smiled. The smile widened irritation, though irritation prickled into an encouraging grin. Gay in her voice. laughed. Janet asked Why should she? Whats so funny? Elsa Lancaswarmly. She was fifteen, tall and ter asked. with the same awkward grace that You are, all of you. Im sorry, Gay herself had had at that age. Aunt Flora, she added, seeing her Janet was going to be the Graham aunts face assume an offended exbeauty of her decade. Gay thought, pression. about Youre amused and touched by her young John exactly as you talking would speak cousins eager partisanship. She had of a servant you were considering bright brown curls that foamed over engaging. Youre right. He has exd her head, skin, eyes cellent but he isnt lookas green and translucent as emer- ing for references, a job. alds fringed with brown lashes of diamonds on Aunt The tipped with gold. Why should Gay Floras bosom glittered as she drew hash over everything, if she doesnt herself erect. I dont see what want to? I mean, its her business. cause weve you to take that given Good heavens! You broke the rules, said John. Its like a labor union. Only instead of skill in a trade you must have wealth to be admitted. Money. You must inherit it or marry it. I Dont speak that way of money, Gay said, her voice sharpened by weariness, by a consciousness of the distance .widening between them. Weve all lost a great deal and are likely to lose more. well-groom- that her family are practically paupers. It seems so in comparison with what theyve had. Mother, Robert, Dad They feel that their world is perchanging, that in their haps, things will never be as they have been. Oh, why do we talk of it? They, my friends, who were here She tonight, arent important. moved close to him and put her hand in his. Were here together. Its Christmas Eve. Lets forget them. , His fingers closed around her hand but the pressure was negligent. They are important. You defend them. You were afraid they wouldnt accept me. I was afraid for you, not for t life-tim- e, myself. , Is that true? Would, you be content to go away with me and never see any of them again? Yes, oh, yes! You think so now. But in a little while, when being with me isnt a novelty any longer, when Id be at work and youd have nothing to ' amuse you You have no confidence in me. You still resent me. How can I convince you? Forgive, me, Gay. Im sorry. His arms went around her, drew her close to him. His lips followed the curve of her cheek to her lips. She clung to him, conscious of a sort of desperation in the embrace, more of fear than of passion or tenderness. laid down her crumpled square of heavy damask as Burton, at a signal from Aunt Flora, stepped behind her aunts chair. The gentlemen rose as the ladies left the table. Gay glanced at John, standing very stiffly beside his chair at Aunt Floras right. She smiled and his face brightened. She felt him watching her a little forlornly as she, with her 'aunts and cousins, followed Aunt Floras measured as studsteps out of the dining-rooied as when, wearing the traditional train and three feathers, she had walked along a strip of carpet which led to a throne. Aunt Flora sat on the love-sebefore the fire and Ernest, the footman, set a tray with the coffee service on a table before her. Aunt Lucy, Uncle James wife, her fading prettiness extinguished by satin and the jewels she wore, sat in a chair at the opposite side of the marble hearth. The younger women, Elsa Lancaster, Aunt Floras daughter, Muriel Von MarSteedham, her daughter-in-laLucys married garet Newland,-Aun- t daughter, and Janet Graham, her unmarried daughter, grouped themselves, respectfully or resentfully, around the room. Gay stood in the curve of the small piano, resigning herself to the half hour of boredom which was Aunt Floras tribute to tradition. Millicent and Grace were unable to be with us today. Aunt Floras diamonds flashed as she poured coffee into porcelain cups set in cases Grace has a of filigreed silver. touch of neuritis. The weather has been so changeable, Aunt Lucy contributed bright, ly. Gay glanced at Kate, seated in a chair a little removed from the group about the fire. Kates eyebrow lifted and her glance, meeting Gays, twinkled with derisive humor. Aunt Flora had not invited Cousin Millicent and Cousin Grace, two elderly and impoverished spinsters who were, ordinarily, present at family gatherings. She hadnt long to wait. Well, Gay, Aunt Flora said, as I suppose Ernest left the room. you wont mind telling us your plans. Gay felt the sudden hush that fell upon the room, felt her aunts and cousins watching her, though no one, except Aunt Flora, who had asked the question and young Janet, who admired her, looked at her directly. She felt a familiar resentment, an emotion which extended far back through adolescence to her turbulent childhood. She felt exactly as she had felt then, but she was too old for tantrums now. I have no definite plans, she said quietly. Aunt Flora looked at her in silence, - Then, You mean that you prefer not to discuss them with- us,V Gay at wine-color- 4 T , - ed ily is Excuse me, Aunt Flora. Gays voice was steady, a little remote. Im sorry to interrupt but you have been misinformed. John has no intention of locating here. Where, then? Aunt Flora asked. Certainly he doesnt intend to remain in Maine. Any practice that he might establish there would, necessarily, be limited. And frankly, Gabriella, I cant see you living in Maine. John is a scientist, Gay said patiently. That is, he hopes to be. He has no intention of establishing a private practice anywhere. But I thought t Yes, he is assisting a Dr. in general practice now, but that is a temporary arrangement. And after that I really dont know, Aunt Flora. But what are we to tell people? A flush suffused Mrs. Von Steed-ham- s handsome features and irritation sharpened her voice. r Must you tell them anything? Thats what I say,, young Janet broke in. Why must you explain whats purely and simply Gays s business, to a lot of old who think Victoria is still the Queen of England. What does it matter who Gay marries as long as it suits her, thats what Id like to know? Janet! Aunt Lucy wailed helpSar-gea- far. Hes really very attractive. Elsa Lancasters bright competent glance moved around the circle, rested with especial brightness upon Gay. If he g&ts the right start, I shouldnt wonder if hed be popular, socially as well as professionally. I think hes swell, Janet said I like strong silent defensively. men. He has a pleasant voice. Muriel lifted eyes like brown pansies from contemplation of her slender white hand. I think its important that a doctor should have a pleasant voice. , Such a sweet mouth, Aunt Lucy I suppose that sounds odd said. in speaking of a man, she added, as though she expected to be contradicted, but it is. I dont think that a young man with a mouth like that could be any of the things Could 'be She faltered, flushing. other than kind and sincere,' she finished in some confusion. And being Dr. Lawrences nephew is an asset, Aunt Flora said. It isnt as though hes just somebody Gay happened to meet somewhere. After all, Dr. Lawrence was .though I could Gays never quite understand why David was so fond of him. - Gay looked at Kate, who was look. god-fathe- ing, at her. r, As their glances met, ; apologize if you There is nothing so easy but that it becomes difficult when Teryou do it with reluctance. rence. To be happy gives no cause for envy. The secret of happiness is to hide ones life.De la Bouisse. Calamity is the touchstone of a brave mind. Old Proverb. Our discontent is from com- parison. J. Norris. , The twinkle in the gray-blu- e eyes was reassuring. John realized, INDIGESTION er fastest-actin- Bell-a- life-lon- ' god-fathe- r. ; not But it was wasnt it? Yes, Gay has told me. I refer to the arrangement John Lawrence made. No one ever suspected him of his genius for pulling strings. He had it, though, to a remarkable degree. I remember when we were in college He went on to speak of Johns uncle who had been his friend, quietly, appreciatively, in a pleasant, unhurried voice. The anecdote he told was familiar to John. Though he gave the appearance of listening intently, his mind was occupied with the task of fitting together from what he had heard of him, from what he had observed, a clear und, moss-back- go . heart sor There row like ministry to others F. B. S' Meyer. gratefully, that Gays father, whatever embarrassment he suffered, bore no resentment against him. The may affect the Heart attitude, Gabriella. Were merely constraint lessened a little. David Gas trapped in the stomach or gullet may art like a on the heart. At the firet sign of distress trying to help you. Graham leaned back ,in his chair. smart men and women depend on I appreciate your intentions, g John lit a cigarette. set gas free. No laxative but made of the known for acid indigestion. If the immedicines seems know it I that said. Gay return better for my share FIRST DOSE doesn't pmm I meant an knttiA to ns and receive DOUBLE Money Back. 25c. portant to you to whitewash a scan- in the great apology of unpleasantdeal dal. But John and I arent having ness, he said, smiling. any, thank you. Death No Evil Its a pleasure to meet someone You have no sense of responsiwho employs the use of understateIt is impossible that anything so bility toward your family. Its only ment. Gays father returned the so necessary, and so uni- to be expected, I suppose. Your smile. The only apology you owe natural, death should ever have as versal mother me, personally, he went on, is been designed as an eyil to man-- , Leave Mother out of this, if you for making me rush home from LonSwift.' please. She, at least, has some re- don before Id had a chance to bid kind. for spect on a painting I very much wanted. personal independence. But have you never heard of Im sorry about that, sir. John conduct? was beginning to understand the I think Im conducting myself g irritable . Crying spells, friendship between this man nerves due to functional very well. Gay made an effort to and his Uncle John. He even felt monthly" pain should find that he understood why Kitty Schuya real "woman's friend in Lydia E. Pink- ler, at eighteen, had married him. hams Vegetable Compound. Try iff Perhaps it is I who owe you an i Lydia E. Pinkhams compound apology, David Graham said, presently. Gay calls my attention to the fact that I, originally, was at Contented Spirit fault. I invited John Lawrence to a contented spirit, To secure Of course I had be her desire by your for-- ; measure your no idea that the nephew he spoke of not your fortune by your, so often was going to grow up into tune and desires. Jeremy Taylor. a menace, or I should have made other arrangements. Gay has told you, John said, that our meeting at the cabin was nt lessly. I can hardly expect you not to be obstinate, Gabriella, Aunt Flora Youve been that since the said. day you were born, but I do expect you to show us a little consideration. After all weve gone through., She paused. I know, Aunt Flora. Gays eyes lifted. Im truly sorry, as I have told you before, not that it happened, but that you should have had to suffer for something which wasnt your fault. Her aunts expression softened. Then youll understand that we dont want to interfere, but to help We you, she said more gently. think it would be wise for you to persuade Dr. Houghton to establish a practice in New York. Hes had excellent training, I understand, and shows great promise. With the family influence behind him, he might to you hadnt. sun-bur- st Really, Mother Margarets flower blue eyes were reproachful. Janet, dear, Aunt Lucy said imploringly. Aunt Floras glance moved from Janet to Gay. There, see what an influence you have, the glance said; but the words she spoke were more conciliating. Were only trying to I wont prehelp you, she said. tend that it all hasnt been very painful and embarrassing, but the thing to do now is to help you all we can. Theres no doubt, of course, that we can do a great deal to establish Dr. Houghton in New York. If people know that your fathers fam- ed - pected your content until you have made the best of them. Henry Van Dyke. SATISFIED BEpossessions, but not is no anodyne for sir, John said hesitantly, wanting for David Grahams sake, as well as his own, to get on with the interview and have it over. The older man appeared to be as embarrassed as he, John, felt. He sat forward in fighis chair, his tall ure fixed in an uneasy attitude. For falling in love with my A twinkle of humor daughter? shone through the lenses of the OxI should have exford glasses. peach-colore- Your friend, El I ' WNU SERVICE . Connie Belmont, told me with L A R R I M O R E 12 Ive learned that. Gems of Thought Aunt Flora looked at her control her temper, rising now, flushing her cheeks, giving warmth to her voice, quickening her breathI brought John here today being. cause' I we want to show you all deference and consideration. But you arent going to arrange our lives for us. John will make his own decisions and I will accept them. She made a half-tur- n toward the door. And now if you will excuse me Mrs. Von Steedham stayed her with a peremptory gesture. Something must be decided, she said, insistently. We cant go on like this, making excuses, trying to exShe waited a moment, then, plain d methods, abandoning What are we to tell people? she cried despairingly. Tell them, as you have been telling me, that I am my mothers daughter, Gay said and, holding her head very high, she went out of the room. John stood beside the chair in he had been seated while Gays Uncle James, his two sons, James and Andrew, handsome Dirk r, Von Steedham and Reginald filed out of the study. The door closed. David Graham seated himself in his chair beside the Lan-caste- hearth. Sit down, John, he said. John sat in the chair at the opposite side of the hearth. He had felt fairly confident while the others were there, but now that he was alone with David Graham, constraint locked his jaws and made a vacuum of his mind. The butler closed the door. David Graham cleared his throat. Gay tells me that you must return to Maine tomorrow night, he said. Yes, sir. Youre located in Portland? In Portland. Yes, sir. . At present. John glanced at David Graham and was surprised, almost shocked, to discover that he, too, felt a certain amount of constraint. His blue-gra- y eyes regarded him, John, kindly but with diffidence through the lenses of Oxford glasses which sat with scholarly dignity upon the bridge of his salient nose. I suppose I owe you an apology, . Marnezia. KILL ALL FLIES Placed anywhere. Daisy Ply Killer attracts and kills files. Guaranteed, effective. Neat, Cannot spill convenient Wlllnot sollorlnjureanyi Lasts all season. 20e at . dealers. Harold Somers, Inc., 160 De Kalb Ave.3klyn.Y. , self-centere- d, 1 at all, sir. Not (TO BE CONTINUED) high-hande- which Golden Age, The age of gold was the age! when gold did not rule. Lezay de. derstanding Gays father. As he thought of her, he heard IDAI5YIF.LYIKI L'L'E Rl her voice. Are you getting along, you two? ' Splendidly, her father said. Worthy Word Never was a sincere word utHaye you been telling John disgraceful episodes in my past? She terly lost. 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