Susy knew that this was not good manners, and she longed to say so to Ruthie.
Aunt Madge was in Prudy's sitting-room when Ruthie entered.

Ruthie went up to her and shook hands at once.
"I suppose it is Susy's aunt Madge," said she.

"I am delighted to see you, for Susy says you love little girls, and know lots of games." There was such a quiet composure in Ruth's manner, and she seemed to feel so perfectly at home in addressing a young lady she had never seen before, that Miss Parlin was quite astonished, as well as a little inclined to smile.
Then Ruthie went on to talk about the war.

Susy listened in mute despair, for she did not know anything about politics.

Aunt Madge looked at Susy's face, and felt amused, for _Ruthie_ knew nothing about politics either: she was as ignorant as Susy.