New Britain herald., 1928-03-06
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Peter. The latter had not betrayed any enthusiasm at the news. Peter Justin had, in fact, but little faith in his son-ln-laws' business abilities
 T think you are making a mis- take" he said, replying 10 the "bus- mess" announcement. This position at tn works is an executive one. and q sure thing Business is q risk, at best" He didn't even bother 10 ask Jack the nature Of the business.
 Father Ryan heard about the considering. He heard. too, ther" was to be silent partner" whosc las. name was EaFello. The news distressed Father Ryan more than little. The "husincss." he under stood. was to be q combination of real estate and bond brokerage. The silent partener," it was said. pos sessed 9 capital of $50 ,O0o.
 Where Father Ryan obtained his news" was not disclosed, but hc. got some particulars from Milk Sweeney, whose enthusiasm regard ing the matter seemed to be rather negative.
 T never heard that Nita PaVelle had anything except the S12,bn" yearly alimony she draws in monthly installments --- in advance,' said Mike, in a confidential talk with Father Pat.
 Jc l.i,p T., ,rr m e T not taking this offer at the works. instead Of tooling away his time and money on that business and that woman," was the sub and substance Of Pete Justin's talk with the priest. And Father Pat agreed with him una voce en tout q fait, the which, in a mixture Of tongues, constitute q the last words for absolutely and completely.
 Both Jack and Jill knew in their hearts that their existing mode 0! living was not only foolishly eXpen- sive, but fearfuly dangerous to their peace and happiness. Each realized the folly of his and her actions. But neither would take the initiative ill admitting himself or herself wrong. Both wanted 10 cut loose from the crazy gang they were chasing around with but neither would suggest such T move. Each thought it was the others place to open negotiations for a return to the old safe and sane plan of living.
 t1 oy,i, them on. And now the money was the subject that was up for discus sion-always a dangerous subject, but doubly dangerous when held jointly.
 As previously mentioned "thev sat at breakfast 4 long silence was finally broken by Jack.
 Have you any idea?" he said addressing the partner of his gloom "how much money you've spent in tn last six months?
 1 The question was fired al her hurled, it might more correctly b. said as if he thought by using force in his onslaught that he might stur he- into some discriminating admis 
 sion.
 What d'yuh maan-Ive spent ?' asked Jill, a righteous indignation i blazing in her eyes at being ad- dressed in that manner. Haven you done your share of tn spending i I'd like to know"
 That isn't what I mean-anG l ;4 1I- ,,,if Ia l., and instantly on the defensive. ''l meant-wcll, m make it plural, fl that'll suit you better. DO you real, ize how much money we've managed to get rid of in six months?"
 Having no idea how much you'V' i spent. l cannot, of course, be eX. pected to be able 10 estimate tn total!" was the retort, swift ant cutting as a whip lash. He quiveret under the sting, and then sought tt i cover up in hroadslde.
 "Wcll, tn total is-' He paused tt consult some figures before him | Then: "Th' total is-twelve thou sand. three hundred and twelve dol lIi anu sHcili' ' ' ilts bii S'itt Ill [ short six months."
 1 She stared at him In bewilderment
 Twelve thousand" She gasped 1 Then, after an instant, she went on Three hundred and twelve dollars Where could it all have gone to ! Tn furnishing of tn flat cost three : thousand, tn rent took ten hundra, 1 and eighty. tn girls wages eigh 1 hundred, tn car twelve hundred that's about six thousand. Do vol mean we've spent over six thousand three hundred doltars?"
 i've got receipts right here fo all I've spent" he stated. with pon dorous dignity. "They foot up, Wlti stubs for tn furnishings. th' car rent and grocery bill Of six hundred 10 five thousand, seven hundred an' sixty in all My stubs show I've spen one thousand, one hundred. Tn tota is six thousand. eight hundred. Tha leaves balance Of five thousand that you spent. How d'yuh explair if' With tn exception Of the elGh hundred to th' girls. you spent ii all I give you chcckhook and you jus . frl't"r 1T away"
 Jill was literally speeches.. Th singing bite of a totally unc&pccte' impotency was nipping her. Tn justitica tion of Jacks accusation wa too obvious to make denial anythini
 but ridiculous. The balances in thoi
 taukboolls were only too clear. Ru
 herS-7ve thousand, five hundre'
 and twelve dollars! How and wh"r
 could she have spent so mucl
 money?
 CHATTER NNTN
 Haven't you k"pt any sort O
 memorandum 2" he asked. eyein,
 Ter as if she had suddenly dcvelone,
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