Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-02-21

for the jewel. It lay Just where 1t had
slipped from her hand-on the edge OF the
pond. outside the border Of ferns and how-
ers.
"rvs found It," he exclaimed, and she
held out her hand.
And now to the house. to tell the good
newsr'
And get some dry clothes added Mark.
Antoinette told her rescuer all that Nose
had related Of his connection with the ruby.
He is so superstitious 1t is q wonder that
he confessed before the time Blackhart had
appointed said Mark.
He seemed to feel grateful for the little
could do for him, and worried because Phil
was blamed 1t makes me ashamed to
forgot my manners, Mr.. Glover. in my ex-
element. I'm glad to see you home again, +"
she said, rather shyly. Il hope you enjoy
ed your vacation?"
1t q minute longer" he replied looking at
her gravely.
And who knows but you may have
saved my life? But I can't speak of that
now! Here we are at the door. Don't tell,
please. want to do that
Never! said he as he left her.
MY goodness gracious me! Did you fall
m the water, Miss Antoinette?' cried Mary
Ellen.
mo. waded In. must see mamma and
grandmamma immediately"
They went out driving and haven't got
back yet"
MFR. Glover found Jim and requested him
to bring the feetest horse In the stables
around to the door without delay. This he
mounted and was soon in Easton. where he
told the officers what had occurred, urging
them to use every means possible to ap-
TITS not likely he'll return to Easton of
his own free will.' said the officer appealed
to, for he sold his office furniture lately
and his team, and that's all he had. He
was evidently getting ready to leave for
unknown parts
Mr. Montjoy Will not be home until this
evening, and 1 am not certain that he
would wish to prosecute Blackhart. To be
sure he did not succeed in obtaining the
ring, and only assault could be charged.
But he ought to be sent I'D for life" con-
cluded Mark. viciously.
He'll be arrested if he comes to Easton,
you may be sure Of that returned the
man.
Meanwhile Antoinette took off her wet
clothes and donned her dressing gown while
she impatiently waited for her mother
After drinking hot lemonade she concluded
TO rest a Bit Before She knew it she was
sound asleep, and two hours passed ere she
awake.
Il don't think it's proper for a heroine
to fall asleep at such an exciting place in
the play. she said to herself, and hurriedly
dressing went down stairs to seek her
mother. whom she found in her own sitting
room The children were with her.
NINA, such news as have for your
holding up her finger with the ruby spark
ling ON it.
Mrs. Montjoy looked in amazement "Oh.
Antoinette! 1t fs-it is grandmamma' s
rlng!'
Then Antoinette told all, as calmly as
She coulG-al that had happened since she
leIt une house In the morning in response
TO the message sent her
Cover and Gyp were beside themselves
with Joy at their grandmother's happiness
and Phil's innocence.
Grandnfamma and I ALWAYS know he
was innocent" Cover said yirtuo,1sly
whitening "''
Il am going out and tell him this minute, u
cried the boy.
Not yet, Cover When your father comes
we Will manage in better and ulster way
tnan that. Antoinette,. you would better
go and break the news gently to grand
her, as you recovered it,
L speak to tell Phil" said Gym to her
brother. ~ ''e'
L cont think you will. I am the proper
one to do that" he replied.
II don't know but you are. sinca vo,,
treated him worse than any one else!''
on, De still'-crossy. "One would think
your tongue was needle book-the way 1t
sticks everybody"
Children, children!. You would better 20
gin your lessons at once, for your tutor
leaves us in October. you remember"
know, mamma; it's the best piece of
news I've heard for many a day. wouldn't
would" -
He went out into the hall and waited for
MS sister who, he felt confident, would fol-
low him. - W.
fore see Mr.. Clover he said.
You should mind mamma Cover: but
l m going out" Her duty OF admonition
done, Gyp held out her hand, which was
quickly seized. and away they ran as fast
as they could.
II don't see him anywhere" said Cover
Phil, oh, Phil:' cried Gyp looking up
to the top Of the great elm, and making a
trumpet with her hands. II say, Phil,
can't you hear? We've found the ruby
rine!"
'.Gyp, I've great notion to shake you."
said her brother, coming close. What does
make You SO contrary?'
Now. Cover, you know you don't really
think That I'm contrary. Run in and get
your lessons: 1 want to talk to Phil"
He was too angry to reply. What are
you doing Up there, Phil?" he shouted
Getting the young BIRDS" was the an
How cruel. Make him come down,
Covert
Yes, can make him. can't I!''
Come down; want to talk to you"
Phil swung himself down slowly. for he was
carrying the birds in his hat. I'm going
to raise Them" he explained 1.-THE old
birds are dead. 1 found them both under
the tree
Never mind Them" said che impatiently.
Didn't you hear what told your"
THAT the ring was found ?-Yes I'm
glad" he said simply, but a great sob came
with the words, and Cover and Gyp stood
before him abashed.
Phil pretended to be interested in the
birds. bending over them to hide his tears
I'm awfully glad the ring was found be-
fore father came and before went away
from here he said finally. ut begins to
look as If there were better times ahead for
me-when father comes"
When Is he coming, Phil?" asked Cover
II expect him any time, now"
why do you go away?" said Gyp 1--WE
cannot spare you
''You can easily get some one else to take
my place l won't have to work when he
comes He'll send me to school,"
There, Covert that reminds mel You
should be at your lessons" said his sister
aggravatingly.
(To be continued)
Launched on Life's Billowy Sea.