16/17 "I've decided to wear my white organdie if you could put in a new lining for me. I'm afraid it'll take you nearly all afternoon." She brought forth the dress, displayed it upon the bed, and Mrs.Adams examined it attentively. "It oughtn't to take more than four or five hours." "It's a shame to have you sit at the machine that long," Alice said, absently, adding, "And I'm sure we ought to let papa alone. Let's just give it up, mama." Mrs.Adams continued her thoughtful examination of the dress. "Did you buy the chiffon and ribbon, Alice ?" "Yes. |