The committee of which I speak may not in any sense compare with that august body known as the Phi Sigma Tau, but nevertheless it can boast of at least having held several secret sessions, the result of those sessions being this: "A long time ago I promised my daughter Grace that my graduation gift to her should be a trip to Europe.

Knowing what an addition to the trip the society of her young friends would be, I interviewed those responsible for the welfare of the Phi Sigma Tau, and it was decided that her sorority should accompany her.
"As certain members of the aforesaid committee also feel entitled to vacations, it is quite probable that the Phi Sigma Tau will sail with at least a round dozen of chaperons.

In fact, I have seriously considered chartering a liner.

Now I have done my duty and any one who wishes may make remarks." Then a perfect babble arose, and every one tried to express their opinion at once.

As for the Phi Sigma Tau, they were in the seventh heaven of rapture.
Even Anne, who in spite of Mr.Harlowe's assurance, knew that for her the trip was practically impossible, rejoiced for her friends' sake.
"Come here, Anne," commanded Mrs.Gray from the head of the table.
"Anne is my own dear child," said the old lady.