Where is the nurse?
let me see her." Jane was sent for, but word was soon brought that she was not to be found.

She had, in fact, bundled up her clothes, and hastily and quietly left the house.

This confirmed the worst fears of both parents and physician.

But, if any doubt remained, a vial of laudanum and a spoon, found in the washstand drawer in Jane's room, dispelled it.
Then most prompt and active treatment was resorted to by Doctor B---- in the hope of saving the child.

But his anxious efforts were in vain.