Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1874-01-27

"lle's one OF the kind like, though y
she added. Hes brown rs berry, and
has dark hair and eyes. tell 'em il
there's one thing despise more'n an
other, its slack baked individual"
In due time Dr. Philip Raymond called.
and his quie, gentlemanly bearing made
a favorable impression on both Ruth and
Aunt Deboiah. As he looked around the
cheerful parlsr, and in the cosy bedroom
adjoining, n pleased smile lighted up his
dark face. This is my idea of home
comfort :" he exclaimed. and Immediately
engaged the rooms at double Ruth's
modest estimate.
As the season advanced. Ruth realized
her expectations of having house filled
with boarders, but whether her expert.
ment was great success financially, |
shall leave for her sometime TO tel.
The doctor daily grew in favor. Aunt
Deborah especially thought there was
nothing too good for him. When we
leased her about her evident liking. she
boldly defended herself declaring that all
the superabundant affection of old wo
mon goes either 10 their minister or their
doctor, she had right to bestow her
share upon DR.. Raymond.
IL hear that he is famous surgeon"
she remarked, one day, while engaged
on her fayorite theme-the Doctors
merits. Il believe he can cure Edua's
lameness."
felt myself turning white and faint ut
the suggestion OF an operation on my
loor Ruth fastened 10 re. assure me, but
from her manner il was plain to perceive
that ,Ii had entered her mind before.
The inst shock over. gradually their
couu Icuco inspired me. and finally was
persuaded TO an examination.
"Ca4 you bear little pain. Miss Edna.
Ia my opinion you lameness is not incu-
r,b,c once saw. in Paris hospital,
similar case cured by judiciOus treatment.
The operation will require time. and be
rather tedious; but think OF the result
anL have courage
There was something so strong, tender,
aud compassionate in the kind eyes turn
. luIl upon mine, that had tho doctor
desired Ia disscct me. should doubtless
have willingly consented.
In The weary weeks OF suffering that
followed, learned the noble nature OF
Philip Raymond.
Ruth. he is almost good enough for
Laura ?' exclaimed one evening, shortly
alter my twin sisters return. In saying
this | had paid him The highest compli-
mcnl in my power, for Laura was my
idol. Where are they. Ruth? | hear
their voices
"Out ON the front door step, looking at
the moon and parlez yousing. Why
people with English tongues wish to use
any other. is past my comprehension"
Il see how it will all end" and |
nestled con,enledly among the pillows Of
my low couch. and began to weave a
delightful romance, in which the couple
ON the door ,tcp figured conspicuously.
Ruth, don't you wish it would hap
pen? p
"Wish what would happen?"
"Why, Laura and the doctor"
Il don't know that do" replied Ruth
dyly.
They will make charming pair, 4"
muScd |; 80 we'll fitted lor each other
Ruth looked at me searchingly without
comment. 1 thought her contrary. There
was little spice of that in her disposition.
DR.. Raymond and Laura seemed to be
ON the best terms with each other. Once,
hoped to surprise her into 4 confession.
"Well. dear. what do you think OF him ?"
"Who? The doctor? Oh he is very
nice, only just little bit of an old bach
elor-is he not, Edna"
''Old bachelor and 'nics'i Laura. L
am ashamed of you ~ were my indignant
ordinations ale is perlection And
| wanted you to like him !"
80 do, you delicious little goose o,
Edna where are your eyes' and 10 my
great perplexity Laura laughed merrily.
You need not build any castles Tor me
in that direction. | assure you, Edna"
she began. Besides, fear hate the
so called proper sphere of woman. |
long to have profession. and the posi-
ton and influence it brings. Who does
not wish to be a genius? For my part, !
am tired OF always having TO warm my.
se,f al other peoples fires! / long TO
become pOUer in the worldl"
Her voice rang out sweet and clear,
and her beautiful lace glowed with earnest
feeling.
"Ah il he could only see her now !"
thought |.
1t was memorable day when | grad
uutcd from my couch and crutches.
Let us celebrate by croquet party
aud tea in the orchard" proposed Laura.
Leaning on DR.. Raymond's arm, |
walked vely slowly. but nnlimpingly.
down the yard to the seat prepared for
me under the trees. Nothing could ex.
ceed the doctors quiet soliciIude Tor my
comfort. Somehow, | was not half so
glad to be better, as might reasonably be
expected. Perhaps it was from thinking