Oh, if it would only rain and help things along." "I believe it will rain before night.

The clouds look heavy and threatening," declared Nora, squinting at the sky.
"The weather prophet has come to town," smiled Anne.
For the next hour the girls stood eagerly watching the gallant work of the firemen.

A dense crowd, composed largely of High School boys and girls, packed the campus, while people blocked the streets outside the gates.

Intense excitement prevailed, and when it became evident that the main building was safe a mighty cheer went up from the crowd.
"Bless their hearts!" exclaimed Grace.

"They are just as fond as we are of Oakdale High School.