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96 BROKEN DOWN. were following in a four-wheeler, as they didn’t wish to be separated. “They’re coming!’’ exclaimed Becky, who had remained at the window. ‘‘I’ll go down and let them nee gi But Tom checked her. ‘“No, you stay here, Becky,’’ he said, excitedly. “7°]1] open the door for my father myself,’? and he hurried away on his errand. ‘“Sister—cousin—father!’’ thought Becky. “‘We shall be quite a family party soon.”’ Gracie was the first to appear, followed by Fletcher, who was laden with wraps and parcels. “Oh! I’m so happy!’’ cried Gracie, running to Aileen and kissing her. Gillie stood bewildered, not knowing what to do . with kis burden. ““Give them to me, sir,’’ said Becky, at the «same time deftly relieving him. _ Then she turned and summoned Palfrey to come to her side. : ‘‘Mr. Palfrey,’’ she said, in a dignified way. ‘Yes, Miss Vetch. ”’’ “We're not wanted here, Jim,’’ she whispered. “Come away!?’ | ‘‘Anywhere with you, Becky,’’ whispered in return her devoted swain, ‘‘and perhaps you’ll give me a kiss on the stairs.’ (E(0) comicbooks