1/46 But hardly had Mrs.Warham given the Sinclairs' number to the exchange girl when Ruth called from the head of the stairs: "What're you doing there, mamma ?" "I'll tell Mrs.Sinclair you're sick and can't come. Then I'll send Susan in your place." "Don't!" cried Ruth, in an agitated, angry voice. "Ring off--quick!" "Now, Ruth, let me----" "Ring off!" ordered Ruth. |