The Washington times., 1938-01-17

spoke: IT wish I could say, yes,
Terry, but can't"
You're sweet, Terry" Lynn
looked at the gorgeous stone laying
in his hand. She shook her head
and smiled at him.
You don't have to answer. I
know, Lynn"
I'm sorry. I wish things were
different"
I'm so lonely!" Her heart cried
out. But Terry was not the an
swer. He knew it and so did she.
CHUCK, HELEN REUNITED
Merry Christmas!" cried two
voices.
1t was Chuck and Helen. They
came in with rush, and Lynn was
in their arms. Helen was crying
and Chuck was swallowing hard.
It was a long time before anybody
was coherent enough to explain all
that had happened.
where's Buddy?"
Home asleep in his nursery!"
Helen said. And Chuck, hearing
her, kissed her. She had 5aid
home" of Austin Manor. Said it
naturally and happily.
Later. just before they were to
leave, Helen tried to say to Lynn
some things that were in her
heart.
II was almost at the end Of my
rope, Lynn," she said, "Chuck got
to us one night after Buddy had
gone to bed. He just walked into
that trailer, and thought I would
die in that moment"
II didn't think she was glad to
see me at first!" Chuck inter-
posed.
Wen forget all about it now,
Helen"
IT hope won't forget what I
learned" Helen said with sincere
note in her voice.
Neither Of us will" Chuck
promised. We've had our lesson"
"And Mr.. Mortimer" Lynn
asked.
IT telephoned him from New
Orleans. He was pleased. He's a
nice person, Lynn" Then she
added:
II want to see you soon, just
you and me, so we can take our
hair down and have q good talk.
We're sailing for AlgierS for little
vacation next month, Lynn"
When Helen kissed Lynn goodby
she whispered: I've got a plan.
You'll hear about it soon. Before
we go away!"
CHAPTER XXXI1I
Lynn woke the next morning
with that wonderful feeling that
something exciting and unusual
was going to happen. When she
opened her eyes she could see
through the bedroom door the
glistening Christmas tree rising
high to the ceiling.
All morning Lynn worked hard.
She peeled quantities Of potatoes
for her guests, fixed the squash
for baking. 1t was fun. BY noon
she was improviSing table.
Marty had promised to drop in
for the party, and he came in
putting, before the children be-
gan to arrive. His arms were
piled high with bundles, he had
a Christmas stocking for every
guest. filled with oranges, candy
and toys. And he had a gift for
Lynn. It was a pretty compact.
Merry Christmas, Kid" Marty
said dropping the bundles onto
the couch.
A SUCCESSFUL PARTY
Marty was a genius with the
children. He got them over their
first shyneSs. He directed their
games while Lynn and Myrtle
worked in the kitchen to finish
the dinner. They were having q
grand time. Myrtle borrowed
chairs from everybody up and
down the hall.
"It's the loveliest Christmas I've
ever had" Lynn said as she and
Marty dropped down for moment
on the couch to rest.
Nobody heard a knock on the
door. Finally Marty did, and
opened it. 1t was a messenger boy.
A cable.
RENE SERIOUSLY ILL
Lynn tore open the cable cas-
ually. It was wonderful that 3
word of greeting could come to
her so far. Marty turned to her,
stopped short. Lynn'S smile died.
Marty" She was trembling.
He took the cable from her hand.
Only a few words.
Boucher seriously i'll, Ameri-
can Hospital; come" It was signed
by DR.. Antonio Marelli, in Rome.
Lynn held on to Mary'S arm.
1--WE mustn't spoil their party.
Keep them going" She went into
the bedroom and closed the door.
Marty found her there a few
minutes later.
"1ll have to go, won't I, Martyr"
II think you should. He depends
on you, Lynn" Marty stood before
her in the crowded little room.
I'D never forgive myself If l
didn't go . and anything hap
pened." She looked up distracted
ly. He can't die, Marty"
Nov don't get upset. AS soon
as the kids are gone, I'll find out
about sailing, Lynn, and cable
you're coming"
He drew her to her feet. go
wash your face and come back to