The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-01
winked at him.


 winked at him.
 Several days before Edith had re- turned from Europe suddenly. She 1 and Henderson had called at the Am mon residence, saying that they were going to motor down to the Limberlost to see Philip a few hours and urged that Polly and Tom accompany them. l Mrs. Ammon thought it better to have Polly along to support Philip than to allow him to confront Edith unexpect- edly and alone. Polly was full of spirit. She did not like Edith and did not relish the thought of her as a sis ter. Two days before her father had extracted a promise of secrecy, given her Philips address and told her to send him the finest emerald ring she could select. Polly knew how that ring would be used. What she did not know was that the girl who accompa- nied her went back to the store after ward, made on excuse to the clerk that she had been sert to be absolutely sure that the address was right and so secured 1t for Edith Carr.
 Two days later Edith had induced Hart Henderson to take her to Ona- basha. By the aid of maps they To- cated the Comstock land and passed it merely to see the place. Henderson hated that trip and implored Edith not 10 take it, but she made no effort to conceal from him what she suffered, and 1t was more than he could endure. The sunlight etched with distinct ness the scene at the west end of the chain. Instinctively, to save Edith, Henderson set the whistle blowing. He had thought to go on to the city. but Polly Ammon stood, crying, "Phil, Phil!' Tom Levering was on his feet shouting and waving, while Edith in her most imperial manner ordered him to turn into the lane leading through the woods beside the cabin.
 "Fix it some way that get min ute alone with her," she commanded as he stopped the car.
 'That is my sister Polly, her fiance Tom lowering, friend of mine nam ed Henderson and"- began Ammon.
 "Edith Carr," volunteered Elnora.
 "And Edith Carr," repeated Philip Ammon. 'Elnora, be brave for my sake. Their coming can make no diff ference in any way. I won't let them with mer'
 "Do. I looked scared?'' inquired Fl. nora serenely. 'This is why you have not had your answer. have been waiting just six weeks for that motor.
 You may bring them to me at the arbor"
 She could see that Miss Carr was splendidly beautiful, while she moved with the hauteur and grace supposed to be the prerogatives of royalty. And she had instantly taken possession of Philip Ammon. But Ammon also had brain which was working with rapid ity. He knew Elnora was watching so he swung around to the others.
 "Give her up, Tomp' he cried. 'I didn't know wanted to see the little nuisance so badly, but do. How are father and mother? Polly. be good to Elnora," he whispered
 "Um-huh, "assented Polly. And aloud 'I never saw such a beauty. Thomas Asquith lowering, you come straight here and take my handr'
 Edith's move to compel Ammon to approach Elnora beside her had been easy to see: also its failure. Hender- son stepped into Ammon's place as he turned to his sister. Instead of taking Polly's hand LeverinE ran to open the gate. Edith passed through first, but Polly darted in. front of her on the run, with Phil holding her arm, and swept up to Elnora. Polly looked for the ring and saw it. That settled mat ters with her.
 You lovely, lovely, darling girlr' she cried, throwing her arms around ElnOra and kissing her. With her lips near Elnora's ear, Polly whispered, "Sister-dear, dear sister!'
 Elnofa drew back, staring at Polly in confused amazement. She was a beautiful girl, dressed in some wonder full way. Her eyes were sparkling g and dancing, and as she turned to make way for the others she kept one of Elnora's hands in hers Edith bow ed low, muttered something and touch ed Elnora's fingers. In that instant only pity was in Elnora's breast fo' flashing dark beauty.
 Gro Be Continued)