, 1880-03-18
Jennie's Choice.
BY HOWARD W. MASON.

BY HOWARD W. MASON.
A sinking sun. "Bang" roared the
old brass cannon on the long pier at
Rockaway beach.
"Cast off the bow-line !" shouted the
captain ; and with the parting salute the
beautiful steamer sped swiftly and mer-
rily over the waters. carrying its load
of pleasure-seekers toward their destina-
tion.
Two fine looking gentlemen were
seated on the forward part Of the deck,
watching the droll antics Of a quartet Of
negro minstrels who were trying to
amuse the passengers.
''Marks," spoke the youngest of the
two, tomorrow I have difficult case to
attend to in the surgical line, and |
need your assistance. Now, promise,
old fellow, that tomorrow morning, at
half-past ten sharp, 1 shall see you at
my office"
GAIL right, North, I will render you
all the assistance / can"
The boat had arrived at the pier, and
our two friends were only too glad to
leave the overcrowded hoat.
"Don't forget half-past ten tomorrow.
Sorry you are not going my way, else
you might ride with me-"
"Never mind here is my car Good
byY
DIR. North rolled away in his carriage
while his brother in profession rode
along in the car toward his home in
Third street.
Miss Osbcrne's elegant coupe was
standing at the curb-stone in front of a
door on which silver plate bore the
name Of 'James North, M. d." and
Miss Osborne's liveried coachman sat
solemn and stiff on the box, having all
he could do to manage the restless pair
of bays--altogether making an aristo-
cratic, imposing picture, to which DR..
North's handsome brown eyes wandered
very often, as, in his Office, from his seat
by the window he was talking to Miss
Osborne.
Not that the young lady was not
worth all his attention--all the atten-
ton any man could pay her aside from
her position in society and her almost
unlimited wealth for sweeter face
was never lifted in girlish enthusiasm
than hers as her large blue eyes glowing
brightly, her voice thrilling and earnest,
she was relating to DIR. North and his
friend case of suffering and sorrow she
had come across on one of her charity
visits, and in her sweet, girlish way, ask
ing for their subscriptions on her list for
the benefit of those suffering ones.
DR.. North listened, and, looking into
her lovely face, replied
Certainly, shall be delighted to do
my little share, Miss Osborne. Put
me down for fifty dollars on your list
Charles, here, will supplement it, of
course"
Jeunie smiled sweetly, showing dis
tracing dimple in one peachy check.
W Oi' NoiSu NudI bcucIOuS uu-
nation Why, had no idea you would
subscribe so largely"
DR.. North bowed in response to her
impulsive thanks
"lts q great pleasure that you have
Afforded me, Miss Osborne. l have al.
ways, aimee / graduated, made it point
to help the poor and sick who came un
dr my NOTES, and | am heartily glad d
this opportunity Of being Of some prac
tical benefit 10 you a. well as-I hope
Of pleasing Yoa.'
lie gave her an ardent look that
broaghi sEiit blush 10 Jenniss cheek
and certain quickening Of her heart
throta
"fou are very good and kind, ah,
answersd. hfting her sweet sycs JUS.
sacoud--seng enough " creAts frcsl
havoc and nee elatioa IN Dr. Nsgsh.
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