Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1903-10-30
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to pass his remaining days with his
brother Harold.
Victor, though destined to follow
military career later on, saw his plans
frustrated by the loss Of his fathers Inn
mcnse wealth, and Gen. Raymond was
forced to accept his brothers offer OF in
etalling him ms bookkeeper In the bank
ing firm of Marsden & Raymond
When Beatrice had attained the nge
of Is and had finished her studies ut
the seminary, she returned to her step"
fathers home, and Marsden, who had
always closely observed her actions, did
not fail to notice her intimate friendship
with Victor Raymond, and he resolved to
terminate this love affair rs soon as n
proper occasion presented itself. AS u
strict business man he Ind planned his
step-daughter's future; the thought of
any opposition to his ideas had never
entered his mind.
Victor Raymond had not allowed tho
short time of Beatrice's return to pass
in vain. Repeatedly he had seen the
gilmore often alone--and both had
soon mapped out their future plans
Marsden had calculated differently. The
first thing to do, he thought, was to
check further correspondence, so that
Victor could readily understand his in
tentions in regard to Beatrice; but Vic
tor did not intend to be caught by his
Vaccinations, and Marsden's naughty,
immovable features flushed Mt this detec-
ton. The two figures standing opposite
ono another made n most singular con-
trast.
And who nre you that dare control
my actions?' demanded tho banker,
whose pupils revealed the vehemenco Of
his anger.
IT nm Beatrice Albensen, the daugh-
ter Of"
"Of her first husband" he interrupted.
But be seated, and let us attend to our
breakfast"
Eyes, papa, ms soon as you give me
my letter; it is his handwriting mean
| Mr.. Raymond's," she added, little inn
patiently.
And how long, If ! may make so bold
rs to ask, has his~this Mr.. Raymond's
handwriting been familiar to your
ooh, ever SO long-for years. she
said.
"Ah! and--wcll, well drop this sub
ject for the present. Anyway, this let
ter is addressed to me- he added, put
ting the unopened letter in his pocket
and butbonng his coat.
'Oh, papa, you will not be so unkind.
saw my name quite distinctly-quite
sure---on the envelope. Only look once
more and you will perceive your error"
she implored.
II never err; now take your seat"
lie rang the bell violently, while Bea-
trice stood trembling from excitement,
| 1.-THE breakfast, john" ordered the
banker addressing the sesvant who had
responded to his ring.
Mechanically and mutely Beatrice sat
opposite him and scarcely partook Of
anything. Marsden did not pay much
attention to her, and after breakfast
read the morning papers. Finally he
arose to leave the room, and Beatrice
knew her last hope would vanish IL he
were once outside, for then she would
never get the missiye.
"For my dear mothers sake, papa,
please give me the letter." she pleaded
once more.
The banker was silent n moment and
then said;
Beatrice, | demand more common
sense from YOU The letter is addressed
to me; and, MS we have touched the sub
iect again, let me tell you once for all,
such scenes are not pleasant to mo. You
have ceased to bo a school GIRL" and
turning, he left the room.
Beatrice stood as if rooted to the spot
for some time; only the ceaseless tick
ing Of the clock interrupting the silence.
Suddenly two arms lovingly encircled
her neck.
Victor" exclaimed the girl, joyfully,
by magic.