What can these young society men be to my pupils ?" "Some of the jealous girls have been tattling to each other and mentioning names." "Bessy! Do you imply these girls who talk have had the--the interest or attention of these young gentlemen named ?" "Yes." "In what way ?" "I mean they've had dates to meet in the park--and other places.

Then they go joy riding." "Bessy, have you ?" "Yes--but only just lately." "Thank you Bessy, for your--your frankness," replied Miss Hill, drawing a long breath.

"I'll have another talk with you, after I see your mother.

You may go now." It was an indication of Miss Hill's mental perturbation that for once she broke her methodical routine.

For many years she had carried a lunch-basket to and from school; for so many in fact that now on Saturdays when she went to town without it she carried her left hand forward in the same position that had grown habitual to her while holding it.