"Just see,dearie,"she murmured,"how we are always taken care of!"Mrs.Evringham saw Dr.Ballard's buggy drive away and lost no time in discovering who had needed his services.
"It's the child,"she announced,returning to Eloise's room.
"Poor little thing,"returned the girl,rising.
"Where are you going?Stay right where you are.She has a high fever,and they're not sure yet what it may be.Mrs.Forbes is doing everything that is necessary.Father has waited over two trains.He hasn't gone to the city yet."At the mention of Mr.Evringham Eloise sank back in her chair.
"Dr.Ballard is coming again toward evening,"continued Mrs.