We were away from Oakdale." Grace did not wish to mention their trip to Europe, fearing their companion might think her unduly anxious to boast.

One of the things against which Julia Crosby, her old time Oakdale friend, and a senior in Smith College, had cautioned her, was boasting.

"Avoid all appearance of being your own press agent," Julia had humorously advised.
"If you don't you'll be a marked girl for the whole four years of your college career.

The meek and modest violet is a glowing example for erring freshmen." "I'll remember, Julia," Grace had promised, and she now resolved that she would think twice before speaking once, whatever the occasion might be.
"Constance has not arrived yet," said Mabel.

"I heard her roommate say this morning that she expected her to-morrow.