When Mr.Hepworth saw it he declared it was ideal for the purpose, and immediately began to make plans for utilising the different rooms of the old house.
A loan exhibition was to be held in one; and, as Patty had foreseen, many old relics and heirlooms of great interest were borrowed from willing lenders around town.

In another room was the domestic exhibition, and in another the horticultural show was held.
One room was devoted to amusing the children, and contained a Punch and Judy show, fish pond, and various games.
There was a candy kitchen, where white-capped cooks could make candy and sell it to immediate purchasers.
It had been decided to hold the fair during the afternoon and evening of two consecutive days.

As Nan had prophesied, these days showed weather beyond all criticism.

Not too warm to be pleasant, but with bright sunshine and a gentle breeze.
At three o'clock the grand parade began, and the spectators watched with glee the grotesque figures that passed them in line.
Patty, whose special department was the candy kitchen, was dressed as the Queen of Hearts who made the renowned tarts.

Mr.Hepworth had designed her dress, and though it was of simple white cheese-cloth, trimmed with red-and-gold hearts, it was very effective and becoming.