The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1908-04-23

Eyes, isn't it? So suggestive. you
know, to have him always around-spe-
cially on the first Of the month you
know"
us that why you are going to fire
him?"
"No; he's a lazy beggar," returned
the earl. languidly suppressing a yawn.
land thief, too by Jove! The last
time it was four pound six and my
jeweled cigar cutter Mention it to
him-hel understand. You might say
also that have letter from his friend
Mr.. Drake of Scotland Yard"
For half an hour longer Richard re-
NAMED with the earl discussing the de-
tails Of the explanation to MI. Rem
wyck and some other matters which he
could attend to for Lord Croyland.
Then he arose to take his leave, prom
Using to run up to 1rvington the next
morning.
"Oh, say, Wilson," the earl called
after him as he reached the door, the
nurse having just entered with a warn
ing that Mr.. Williams must be left
alone forthwith, "you won't forget
about that beastly machine, will you?"
certainly not returned the buoyant
Richard and Immediately became OBJ
livious to "beastly machines" and ev-
erything else on earth except the men,
DRY Of a warm, limp form that had nes-
tied in his arms and a head Of wind
blown hair that cuddled against his
shoulder while he rode amid that mass
Of cattle on that faroff Texan prairie.
On the following morning Mr.. Rich
ard Williams, dressed in his best and
with soul full Of hope and forebod-
ing, took the 1920 local train at the
Grand Central station. He CHANGED to
be the only male passenger to alight at
Irvington, and with beating heart he
walked down the platform to the exit
gate, when suddenly he heard a voice
say:
"Pardon me, but are you not Lord
Croyland?"
Richard turned to see outside the
fence FESTIVE mare hitched to a per-
fectly appointed trap, in which sat an
elderly man Of distinguished appear
ance. He recognized him at once, Of
course. Now, the Texan had not count
ed upon meeting Mr.. Jacob Renwyck
at the station, and his plans were dis
arranged materially by the unfortunate
contretemps. BE had hoped to enter
the house before his name became
known, and also he had prayed that
the master thereof might not be at
home at the moment Of his arrival.
However, he must put on bold front
and trust to luck. He pushed his way
through the gate and approached the
vehicle.
Il recognized you instantly from
your PICTURE" said Mr.. Renwyck,
thrusting out a cordial hand. "Glad
to see you. Jump in"
"Pardon me, Mr.. Renwyck," Richard
began neryously, but the other inter-
rupted:
mo time now. The mare has the
devil in her this morning. Jump in.
Steady, Molly! Steady!'
Richards mind was in a whirl. IF
he wished to see the daughter, he must
pass the fractions father first Of all,
so without more ado he sprang into
the trap, intending to explain as they
went along. The mare reared, wheel
ed and started off at lively pace. Mr..
Renwyck held the lines with an expert
hand and plunged into a rapid fire of
small talk.
First trip up the Hudson, l take it.
Magnificent river, but of course moth
ing like the Rhine. That's old Wal
ker's place over on your right Steep
hill, this but good for Molly. Will
take some Of the spunk out of her,
confound her! Steady, girl! Steady"
Pardon me, Mr.. Renwyck,'' Richard
began again, my name
Eyes, yes; I know" said the old gen.
tleman, taking corner sharply;
names all right. l have your letter
from Carthwaite Fine old fellow, isn't
he? Had hoped to have him during
your visit. but he's gone to Chicago.
Hello, postman! Whoa. Molly! Any
thing for me?''
letter carrier stepped from the
sidewalk and handed packet of mail.
PARTY by the name of Lord Croyland
stopping at your place, sir?" he asked.
EYES," replied Mr.. Renwyck; this is
the gentleman. Here you are, Lord
Croyland. Thanks, postman 60 along,
girlr
The bewildered Richard found sew
eral official looking envelopes handed
to him and, scarcely knowing what to
do with them at present. thrust them
into his pocket. They had reached the
crest Of the hill now and swung away
to the left on a level road. Richard
essayed once more to straighten out
his friends affair. when his host again
cut in:
you've been in this country for
some time, haven't you?"
Eyes, for some time," answered Rich
ard. sparring for an opening.
"What part of it?''
"Oh. around in spots-Texas mostly
-dabbling in cattle, you tnow.''
The old gentleman drew his mare