Evening Star Newspaper, December 26, 1928, Page 23

THE EVENING STORY At Big Bear Camp. ISS Selina was the exception to jar the rule of the Bassetts; She was the only member of F § the clan to escape their old- fashioned traditions. “When I explained that I was to be ‘boss’ of & filling station on the highway, I really | thought I'd killed the entire family!™ | she laughed softly. “At your age and with winter coming on!" they cried. | “Pooh!" T exclaimed, “why shouldn't| a single woman of 40 take any kind of | Job Summer or Winter that suits her fancy? And why should selling gas to tourists—with a boy - thrown in for heavy labor—be any worse for a single ‘woman of 40 than working in an office, a department store or a beauty parior? rant a school—and me. I started to put on my blue wool when it occurred to me that you folks always declared that I didn't pay enough attention to dress, s0 I changed to the orchid crepe you all considered so becoming. I wish you could see Neighbor Will's cabin; he has some fine pictures—he was once an artist, but the poor fellow lost his health drawing comics for a newspaper. Strange to say, however, he is not a bit misan- thropic, as you'd expect a cartoonist to be—and several Indian blankets hang against the wall like tapestry. On the floor is a perfectly enormous bearskin rug and three or four orientals. The furniture is old-timey or replicas of old- timey pieces that he brought from the East, and he has as many books as it is At least therell be plenty of fresh air Ppossible to crowd into such limited und—sounds like a car coming now: |Space. His bedroom is a tent in the Tl just slip on my coat and run out.” | Tear of the cabin. We had a most de- THE EVENING STAR, WASHINGTON, We played cards afterward, until Mrs. Parker begged Neighbor Will to read from the story he is writing; at first he was reticent, but finally complied; I en- joyed the story immensely. “For some days past ail the campers have been terribly worried about ‘Ursula’; it was feared she had been shot by a strange hunter. Ursula lives on Bald Knob, but comes down every evening for rations; she is a bit spoiled, having been indulged with sweets until she completely lost her silhouette. Just as it was decided to send Indian Pete up to search for her she appeared waddling along with a bad limp; one of her fore- feet had been injured. I am happy to report that she is rapidly recovering.” Miss Selina had proceeded thus far when Ben put his head in at the door. “I say, Miss Selina!” he exclaimed. “I'm going to begin on the wood after school: where do you want it stacked?" “I guess, Ben, I'd better consult Neigh- bor Will regarding it and let you know later.” When Ben had departed Miss Selina observed “I might as well go now.” Laying down the pen she rose, put on her wraps and went out. | lighted the cabin brightly; Miss Selina was meditating as she had ofttimes be- fore, what a pleasant room it was, when she noticed an easel on which rested a canvas; nearby was a small table litter- ed with all the paraphernalia that art- ists use. “Oh!” she exclaimed. “Neigh- bor Will has taken up painting again! I'm so glad! He told me he hadn't touched a brush since coming to camp! And there are so many beautiful views! What could be finer than the prospect he has right here from his cabin door? No doubt that is what he is painting!” Miss Selina hurried over to the easel. “Why—why!” she gasped: for instead of giant trees, rocky hillsides, valleys and snow-tipped mountain peaks she was looking straight into her own eyes! Only a moment did she remain, then she turned and fled. Two hours later when Ben came in from school he found Miss Selina sitting by a window gazing out into the dusty pine forest across the road; the unfinished letter was still ly- ing on the table. ‘THE END. (Copyright, 1928 —e. Hot beds and cold frames prepared in advance will be ready for lettuce and other crops late in the Winter. You save as you spend to- morrow when you choose frocks from this collection. wonderful WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 26, 1928. GAITHERSBURG LIGHTS FIRST PUBLIC TREE Church People and Others Unite in Movement Launched by Home Demonstration Club. Special Dispatch to The Star. GAITHERSBURG, Md,, December 26. the lighting last eveninz of Gaithersburg's | Gaithersburg — Appropriate exercises marked first community Christmas tree. A large part of the population of the town and vicinity gathered on the lawn of Mrs. Elisha C. Etchison, where the tree is located, and joined in singing carols, the songs interspersing the other parts of the program. The opening prayer was by Rev. A. E. Spielman, pastor of Epworth Methodist Church, Gaithers- burg: short talks were given by Mayor Willlam McBain, Ernest C. Gartner, president of the Gaithersburg Chamber of Commerce, and others, and the clos- ing prayer was by Rev. William Stevens, pastor of Grace Methodist Church, Mavor McBain offic Fashion 23 lighted the tree, which will be kept bright every night during the holidays... The movement was fnaugurated by. the Gaithersburg Home Demonstration: Club.. of which Mrs. John P. Engle is- president, and was joined in by the” mayor and council, the Chamber of Commerce and people of the neighbor-_ hood generally. The arrangements~ were in charge of a committee consist- ing of Mrs. Engle, chairman; Mrs. Jack B. Ely, Mrs. Clay Plummer and Mrs. Willlam Riley. It was stated that a tree will be planted in the Spring for> future use as a community Christmas * tree, with value has never been better express- ed! You'll think so, too! Women's Dresses—Second Floor A FASHION INSTITUTION Paris Washington NewYork Tomorrow at 9:15---400 New Dresses—* Women’s and Misses’ Glorious Frocks! “Good-morning!" cried a cheerful | licious meal that he prepared himself; Yoice as the car drew up to the side of | & salmon baked in a Dutch oven; ducks the road. The driver, as Miss Selina |roasted on a spit before the firc; po- | knew, was the man who occupied the | tatoes cooked in the ashes: besides next cabin. “How's business?” “A lit- | orange and lettuce salad, coffee, toasted tle slow,” returned Miss Selina. “I sup- | crackers, cheese and salted pine nuts. pose that's to be expected at this time of year, but I don't believe I shall | be lonesome. I have two invitations = elready. This_afternoon I'm going | coasting with Ben, my helper. To be xr » »> sure there fsn’t any snow, but Ben tells | me that sliding down hill on pine needles is great sport. This evening I'm to take dinner with Mrs. Parker, the | school teacher; she’s going to have 606 - 614 ELEVENTH ST. Beverlu Pumps on pine needles and I've never tasted | haunch of venison, so I'm looking for- | To Complement Smart Formal or Informal Attire ward to two new experiences!” “And I want you and Mrs. Parker| to dine at The Shack Wednesday eve- | ning,” said the man. “Indian Pete has | promised to get me a salmon and a| brace of millards. I'm a mighty.fine | |{ $6-50 Gold Kid Silver Kid Black Satin White Satin Patent Arriving at the shack there was no answer to her knock, but as the door was open a crack Miss Selina con- cluded that her neighbor would be back soon, so she stepped in to await his re- turn. A fire roaring on the hearth Misses’ Dresses—Third Floor Enthusiasm is at high pitch here at Jelleff’s . . . everybody who saw these dresses . . . merchandise men . . . buyvers . . . salespeople . . . the advertising force . . . even the young things who unpacked them . . . all loudly acclaim these dresses as the best ever! Really they're wonderful! The filmiest chiffon in the outstanding modes of the on . . . the smart Winter prints that just came into being in late November . . . the sleekest flat crepe rippling in circular skirts! Nearly everything a feminine heart could wish for, and only $15 each! ) Why ?—Because they are higher priced dresses, you could tell that at a glance . . . because manufacturers with whom we trade all the year through make up remaining silk fabrics and cut away their profits so they could clear their stocks at once! And here they are . . . very fine fabrics . . . and these lovely materials at only §15. \We'd advise any one to buy two, three, six. You'll find a dozen that would suit you, we feel sure. cook, if I do say it; however, it isn't often I have the pleasure of proving my abilities to a newcomer. So remem- | ber you are not to make any engage- ment for Wednesday!” “I'll remember!” Miss Selina promised. “Won't you come in Mr—" “My name is William Jewett: you may call me Will or Bill We seidom use handles to our names up here.” “Won't you come in Neigh- bor Will>” “Good!” he cried approving- ly. “I like that! I can't stop now as| I'm on my way to the village. Any er- rands I can do for you?” “Ni is nothing I need, thank you. | A week later Miss Selina wrote to| her family: “Dear Folks: Yours of the 5th received: I hope you haven't felt | anxious about my not ‘answering soon- | er, but I haven't had time. I never relaized before coming to ‘Big-Bear® camp how humdrum and uneventful city life is! As I look back on it from up here it presents a dull routine in which nothing out of the ordinary ever happens, while here exciting events are continually transpiring! I must tell you about a dinner my enty o X nelghbor William Jewett gave for Mrs, | e el Parker, the school teacher—yes, there | " = e e are enough children in camp to war- ! ;?\d];‘)leg‘:'f{"}" black . . . also exquisite pastels in chiffons. Sizes 14 to 20. Misses’ Frocks Wonderful varicty in daytime and evening frocks . Women’s Frocks Street, business, afternoon, travel irocks that are delightful! flat crepes chiffons printed crepes _feorgettes one piece two piece plaits tiers novelty tucking diagonal seamings flowers dra, The much in de- mand high colors . . . tans, green, light blue, polo red, purple, navy, black. Sizes 36 to 44. chiffon georgette one piece two piece berthas lace yokes tucked skirts side flares boleros side drapes snug fitt; tiered skiris canton crepe printed crepe A stunning array of perfect-fitting Pumps with either Spike, Baby Spanish or Cuban Heels. All sizes 2! to 8, AA to C. Rhinestone and cut-steel buckles hips for evening pumps, $1.50 to $10.00. 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