The Big Sandy news. [volume] (Louisa, Ky.) 1885-1929, 1889-08-22

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aCan you walk ct amp as Lottie raised
herself on the lounge
with the aid Of my crutches," and she
fitted them under her slender arms and
walked q few steps
nThen II you think you can be ready We
VIII start tomorrow afternoon and Twill
telegraph 10 Mr. Falcouer 70 meet Us, re
piled Isabel; s'and Us railway officials are 50
kind 70 ladies', and especially Invalid ladies.
Ihave no doubt we shall get bloug nicely
"The Lord will bless you, Mrs.. Faleoner,'
said Mrs. Ford, following her TO the hall
below, "nothing could be moro opportune
! for Lotto, and though shall miss her so I
much, / am very grateful, = and tears gath-'I
cred in her eyes again.
AIRS. Ford,p and Isabel booked affection
ately at the loving little woman, . should
be ungrateful, indeed, il did not use the |
great blessings which have come 10 me Tot |
more than my own selfish pleasure; rest
assured It is a delight, both 70 Mr. Falconcr
and myself, TO do this for Lotto. aud she
waved her hand with smile at the Pale
little woman as tho carriage drove away.
Mr.. Ford entered thankfully into the plan
with full heart when he came home to din
ner; the news spread like wildfre through
the house that L.ottie was to 90 away and
live with a rich friend who was TO DO al for
her that her parents were too poor 70 do,
and they all rejoiced in her good fortune.
All these humble ncighbors were more or
less interested in the pale little invalid, who
had in her days OF comparative strength
been a blessing to all OF them in turn, and
now that she was going away they were
anxious to add q mite from their scanty
stores TO aid in her preparatory
One brought in collar, another piece Of
bright ribbon, and when Mrs. MeCarthy
came bringing white apron ironed 20 the
lastdegree of nicely and her only article Of
luxury, Lottie could not refrain from tears.
Some were only able 10 offer assistance,
and busy hands helped to put the slender
wardrobe in perfect order and pack the lit
ia trunk. and when Mrs Stanforiis car
rage again drove TO the door Lottie was
helped down the stairs by strong, willing
hands, eager tohelp, and heart. sood wishes
followed her from the humble 1mo -
"Shure, min, an Hiss Latis y como
back to yees as well and stronf ~ flny bod
bclikes,n SAID Mrs McCartfy, wiping her
eyes on The corner ~ harspron; .bless her
s1vate heart, an ma al the saints bless the
I good Teddy thai gfes hert chance"
Mr. talc9lcf was in the train nearly as
SION 80 stopped, and his greedy eyes
A111l q Tor Isabel. - Ny dear, dear wife, he
whispered, fond Y, as he pressed her hand.
sand this is Miss Lottie, Of whom have
heard so much, " and he took the little IN
valid's slender hand in his strong clasp.
Has the journey fatlgued you muchl'
:" She has borne it wonderfully said Isa-
bel, answering for her.
As soon as the invalid was sufficiently
rested from the journey DIR. Conroy was
called He was a comparatively young
physician, but be had made speciality of
this class Of diseases, and had already per,
formed some remarkable cures in the
city, 5hd Mr.. Faiconer had great faith in
his skill.
After an examination Of the limb, ard
careful inquiry into the cause and progress
o. the disease, he, to Isabels great delight,
gave most favorable opinion, IN case his
directions were implicitly followed.
''But, Miss Ford, you will Lave TO do q
great deal of resting" he said, with glance
Of authority from under his shaggy eye
brows. "If you heat your blood and irri-
tate the sore by over-exercise can not an
swer for the consequences"
He had great black eyes and heavy eye
DEOnos anu iAliS Ut nave pdSScu AOE q piia
If his smile had not been so thoroughly
kindly, lighting up his whole face and bring
ing out two good-natured dimples; he had
an odd habit Of running his fingers up
through his hair when he was in any way
perplexed or annoyed. leaving his rather
stubby black locks sticking up straight like
porcupine quills.'
s.Indeed, DIR. Conroy,n said Isabel, IL
shall be only too willing 10 see that your
directions are carried out, for really her
ambition is really reprehensible."
.sThen appoint you guardian to see that
/ am obeyed.n giving minute directions for
treatment.
There was a sound of hammering and
mysterious going on in the room adjoining
the home room for day or two, and then
Isabel and Mr.. Falconer assisted Lottie up
the stairs and ushered her into it, with the
information that it was hers.
Isabel had followed her idea of her
friends character in its furnishings. White
and blue were the predominating tints, and
purity itself was personifed; deep-cush-
Toned lounge, a large invalid's wheel chair,
bright, cheerful pictures, books, and every
where delicate white laces and azure rib
bons wherever they could be used
In an airy alcovea dainty bed was made
up, and curtained of with lace, and at its
head, in easN reach of her hand, a little
cabinet in which her mee3icInes and lotions
were kept. y-s@
Snow, my dess,L. sliic-s said Isabel,
''let me IS b1<e4 gOk in your cilair-''
lob. Gas all surprised Lottie
e9ala e she sank down into the soft
cnsesns OF her chair.
- You see we were selfish in doing this,
said Isabel, speaking rapidly SO that Lottie
could have no opportunity for formal
thanks, and indeed there was no need, for
the eloquent face told all that the lips would
have spoken, sfor we wished you to spend
your evenings with US in our room, and we
can wheel you back and forth when you are
not able to walk, you see."
1T is go loveIy,'' SAID Lottie, looking at
Mr.. Falconer with grateful eyes. 81 won
der,u she added, rcfectively, sif it q more
blessed TO give than to receiver
at is very pleasant to give, assure you"
he replied, answering her look with smile
s.I don't imagine that man who hid his talent
in napkin to have been a very happy man,
do you, Miss Fordi''
Mr. Falconer had received Isabers COM
municati0n in regard to her birth with
pleased surprise. and had heartily approved
OF all she had done for Mrs, Harmon; he
had never been what is termed abeneyolent
man, yet il was not from q lack Of heart,
and when Isabel showed disposition to be
unselfish and helpful to others he fell in
line heartily and cheerfully.
The first Mrs. Falconer had been qniet
little woman who did not allow her right
hand to know what her left hand did, and
having fortune OF her own, she dispensed
her charities silently, and Mr.. Falconer had
no opportunity of entering into them. but
Isabel, who had never been accustomed 10
the lavish use Of money, could not use his
purse for the benefit Of others, however
freely offered, without his knowledge and
cooperation, and so with her his benevo-
lent instincts were brought out and cult
waited to their mutual profit and pleasure