The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-02-25

 with the pressure of her own trag- edy overwhelming her, Joan felt 8 moment of concern lest the two men become a little garrulouS and drop some careless remark about the money in MT. Hendry'S posses sion.
 Norton'S words, as she and Bob came upon them, gave rise to a greater foundation for her fears.
 in those days, you old softie," he was saying to MT. Hen dry, we thought nothing of having our entire fortune in our pock- ets-a few gold nuggets tied up in dirty handkerchief. All this talk of thieves and robbers - bosh Don't be an old woman, John! He laughed boisterously, and his manner attracted attention.
 He rose quickly and gallantly however. as he saw Joan ap- preaching their table.
 If it isn't our little Sunshine Grill" he said blusteringly. Ask her to join us, John. I don't have convincing way with the ladies Here's chair, my dear!" He drew it out for her with exaggerated chivalry. Then, seeing Bob in hel wake, he added carelessly: "Oh hello. Andrews"
 Hello, MT. Norton. I wonder ii I might leave Miss Barrett witt you for just a moment while I talk to MT. Hendry?"
 Nothing would please me more. Norton smiled with satisfaction and he resumed his seat quickly "ISun along, both of you, and don't hurry back"
 "Nonsensew MT. Hendry ob- jected. Bring up a chair, Bob "Well thrash our problems out right here. Bless my soul, I never had a secret from Charley Norton Never in my life. Brandy for you Bob?'
 NO, thank you sir. l have te hurry bit, I'm afraid" He sat down with them.
 How about something for you young lady? Glass of wine? No I have it-a little champagne?" Joan protested quickly. No, MT Hendry. No, thank you. Nothing at all, please"
 We just had very excellent dinner at Sybils," Bob explained We mustn't spoil the effect of it so soon Now, about this Washington business, MT. Hen- dry"
 For a few moments they talked and Joan was left to the rugged pleasantries of MT. Norton.
 Curiously, he no longer bothered her. Nothing so trivial as an overly attentive MT. Norton could ever bother her again. She was numb to the ordinary sensations of annoyance or enjoyment.
 Bob rose presently, consulting his watch.
 Its nearly 10:3O," he remarked I've just time to run upstairs and throw few things into a bag. I must catch that 11:10 train from here in order to make con- nections at Pennsylvania station Will you take care of my girl for a few minutes, MT. Hendry?"
 Will I take care of her?" Hen- dry chuckled. Bless my soul Didn't I find her for you in the first place, you young ingrate?"
 After Bob left them, Norton also considered the time.
 "John," he said presently, q think I might as well get that 11:10 train, too."
 Don't do that. Charley" Hen dry objected. Why not stay in Green Hills for the night? I can put you up."
 NO, thanks, John. get to New York seldom enough, and when l do I like to sleep with Broadway ringing in my ears. Unless" he added, you need stout feller like me for protection tonight He laughed insinuatingly.
 "Shush, Charley! You're a reck- less fool!"
 Joan looked about the grill with conspicuous gesture, seek ing way to divert Norton's at- tention. In a few moments, every body in the grill would know just how much money MT. Hendry hao with him.
 Norton noticed the gesture Looking for the waiter?" he asked. I'll call him."
 No" Joan interrupted. "Don'' get him-I thought I recognized friends voice, but don't seem tc see her :"
 At that moment, as if in answer to her silent wish, she did hear tht