The Waterbury Democrat., 1936-11-02

hungry now" Gall protested. {.
 DO you want me to call up Derek?"
 "No. Don't you dare tell him I've lost my job"
 "All right, but you've nothing to be ashamed of. Remember what Rosemary said about Madame when we had lunch together7 She said the best thing for you would be to quit. It might teach Madame Liz cite . lesson"
 "It's easy for Rosemary to talk She doesn't have to earn her hv- ing. A girl who works has t6 swallow . lot that goes against the grain. I've taken . lot already from Madame"
 Well, I'm taking you to din- ner tonight. Come onl I'm ravenous."
 Later, as they fingered over the dinner (most of the tables around them were already deserted) Natalie said thoughtfully, Some people say you have . better chance of getting a job if you still have one. If I were you, ] wouldn't tell anyone you've left Madame Lizette's unless it's nec- eSsary."
 "Ail right, Natalie Gail agreed "In take your advice. It's been awfully good of you to tell me who's who and where to go first. She folded the sheet of paper with it's list of names and slipped it into her handbag"
 That's nothing, Gail. I've been here long enough to learn few things, and if I can do anything to help you, you know I will. Re- member, don't be to modest about your ability. Blow your own trumpet as loud as you can. There's no one else to do 1t for you"
 But in spite of Natalie's practical advice, Gail came home the next night footsore and weary. She had made dozens of calls, but evidently no one wanted her services. She found that what Natalie had said was true--several of the most e2- elusive shops were closed for the summer, their branch shops in fashionable holiday centers being able to cater to their clients needs.
 There was a letter in her pigeon hole, but when the girl handed it to her, Gail did not bother to open it. She was so ut- terly tired and discouraged that she tossed the letter on the couch with her portfolio and handbag She filled the bathtub, thinking she might feel better if she relaxed for while.
 After her bath she slipped into a ne3ligee, picked up a magazine and began to read. At last she dressed. Natalie had & date and would not be home until late. Gal decided she might as well have dinner in the clubhouse. De- rek had gone deep-sea fishing with an old friend who only came to the city about twice year. He'd want ed her to join them when they re- turned and go to a theater, but Gail had been sure his friend would prefer the evening alone with De- rek.
 She walked across to the window and looked down on the street be- low. It was like some huge, moving caterpillar. As far as she could see were hundreds of people hurrying hurrying, hurryingl Were they all going homer Gail sighed. she'c never realized before what a lone- ly place New York could be!
 Well, there was no use stand ing there pitying herself. Shed go down to dinner.
 As she stopped to pick up her handbag she saw the letter again. Gail picked 1t up. The postmark was slightly blurred and all she read was "Ariz."
 A moment later she sank down on the couch. "Ohp she cried, What next!" The missive read:
 Dear Miss Everett: AS I under stand you are a daughter of the late Peter Everett, presume you are the owner of the Rancho Angelo. Although 1t is rather rundown, 1t is just the sort of place l am looking for. If you will consent to an immediate sale within 10 days l am willing to offer you $l0,O00 cash.
 Please let me know your de- cision at once as if you do not accept my offer I shall have to find another place.
 Yours very truly,
 Rex Hall.
 "A ranchp Gail exclaimed, q didn't know Daddy had ranch She wrinkled her broWs, trying to remember. His relatives were all customers. He'd never bought a ranch so far as she knew. Then suddenly, she remembered how her f:.her had said to her ons