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| nearly dled too. THE OSHAWA DAILY TIMES, FRIDAY, JANUARY 23, 1931 ¢ PAGE SEVEN i hanes a pretty Jung id \pher, 6 support of her widowed tava mother, 1s In lave with her employer, Philip Dane. She is also in easion of a trunkful of beautiful clothes nt her frang Paris by a deceds- and letter marked "To be opened year from today" She refused to. marry a family gt George Metealtd, who is lous of hér friends 'at the of« ce. Among the best of them is Arnold Stone, a an older than Beth, who has been very kind to her and 'who 'has Intere ested Nbr in becoming a member of a little th atre group and to take part in & play. Arnold has taken her to dinner at a small Fxench. restaurant and tells .her there 1s something she must Khown about him it they are to bs good friends, INSTALMENT XII A Secret Agreement 'Beth put down her spoon sad smiled - across the table at him, "Before you tell me anything," she sald, "I want 'you to Know that r'i like you just the same, #6 matter what it 1s." . Arnold caught his breath. "what a splendid thing to say!" he cried. "That's positively one of the nies 6st things that ever happenad to me, Beth. I wont' forget it. And it makes {t ender for me to go on. [L:gather think from the look in |Your 'eyes that you've guessed jt I'm married, Beth. Now you know." The lights danced digily before Beth's eyes. This nmieant the érd of their friendship, of course, Ste wasn't the least bit in love with him, but she did like him and she would 'miss his companionship sadly, He was speaking again. "Maybe that's hardly true, as most people would see it," he said, "but I'm one of those terribe ly old-fashioned people that pe lieves marriage "is a sacrament. Once married, always married, that sort of thing. So, although my wile divorced me more than a year ago, I still think of myselt as 4 married man." "Oh!" Beth's heart leaped. They could be friends then: Thete was nothing dishonorable in her going to dinner with him in eontinuing to be his friend. "Gay" He was tracing little patterns on the tablecloth, "1 think I'd like to tel] you about it, it you don't mind listeding, Bath, 1 don't talk about it much, and I don't want you to think for an instant that 1 feel sorry for myselt of anything like that. But once in a while I like to tell it all over agalun--=to soffie one who Will anderstand." AT'd 1ke to hear about it, if--=if it doesn't hurt you toe much," Beth said softly: "It never stops hurting," he said with 7a: 'twis smile that ng Beth's heart, "but it won't hurt any Worse for my telling about ft. My wife is one of the loveliest women you could ever see. Beth. She was a beautiful girl, I' knew het family, and I am several years older, Until we were married I never did anything. I had some motley from my father and I lik [books and music snd the theatre, Ibut soon after we were married I |resltded 'd have to add te my in- |eottie, for Gay liked pretty elothes |and"good times and things like that |to '#n extent that I couldn't pay for hi well, She's like her name, | Beth, Light-hearted and jolly and jtull of fun, i "We Were Different" "Well, 1 went to work and tried [to keep up with Gay, but I waen't strong efiotigh to work all day and danes all night and Ie=oh, it's the old story. I let her go out with |other men, it's done all the time in my particular eirele in New York, and it wasn't long before [she found sofe one--wwell, more |entertaining than T was." He paused and Beth, longing to say something to cofafort him, lcodld think of mo: appropriate | words, could only share his moms en{'s silence, 'I can't blame her," he went on |p . "I knew that we were different: het ve were magried, But As $0 terribly in love with hereI think she was With te, too --that I had an idea our 10ve |eould make up for all the oth [things we 'didn't have in common. | |Atter she began to care for this lother man, she.guffered too, You |see, she liked me, she still likes me, iand she hated to hurt me, So, be cause she's frank and honest, Beth, , we talked it all over. "I had an {dea that'{t we had a ohild things would be better. And she was so anxious to try to pateh things up--theve was noth- ing cheap or underhand about any of this, you understand--that she sgreed, and we had a child. It dled, Beth, when it was born, and Cay When she was | well agin--it took a long tim ee we went abroad, and T made her buy clothes and do all the things ghe liked best. But I eonldn't stand that hurt look in her eyes. She tried desperately to forget this other man, and he was awfully de- cent about ie whole affair." Once again he stopped, looking pack {nto phst, striving, . it geomed to Beth to discover the rea- son for his u ness, "Finally we came home." | couldn't give her up, I plunged nto work and she plunged ints one extravagance After another and things went from bad to worse, At 1ast T found I owed more money than I could pay. She had unlimited eredit in ihe stores Here and we pad it out again. By that time it seemed 'to. me shat 'we were doing | something horrivle: We were dll ng with our own hands everythin? tino and clean that had come inte pur lives. T knew she Tos sooing) fhi« man. that fier wild spending) woe net another way of tryidg ta) fi'f tn the terribis blan aces in, / " A vor fo and 80=C fc. OVE'S PRISONER _e by Barbara Webb ody Beth challonged him, * "You divorced Her" -Beth sup plied. | Social & Personal | \ 'She divorced me. "In New York * 3 oy Love Her" : "Yes" A spasti of pain drossed his face. "One 'of those deadly, |! sordid, - arranged" affairs that are managed for you, Beth, 1 't go away,'I had to work.to try to catch up with the bills: f.owed. The man she was in love with was here--the quickest, simplest way was to 39 through the courts here and settle the thing af once." "She married him? : "Yes--a year ago. I thinke-l hope, they're very happy. [-see her once in a while at the threatre OF a party or something, She looks happy--and yet I always think of her am my wife. I can't help. it." "You still love het?" Beth ask. 6d unbellevingly. Between the lines of his story she could read, she thought, something of the char acter of this woman, this Gay, wha spent money tiotously and fell in lo¥e with another man while she was still married. "You find that hatd to believe?" he asked, after a silence had be come prolonged. "Yee, I do," said Beth honestly "There are some people like that," he observed, speaking in a more natural tone of voice, "men and women both. They love just «once in thelr lives, and if that love doesn't hold true for them, they never love again: I think," in turn he studied Bpth's face, heart-sliap. ed, with wistful violet eyes, lirm mouth, pointed chin, "I tnink you're one of them yourself, Beth." 'Am 12" ghe raised her head and looked at him. "It isn't a very hb PY way to be, is it?" "That depends. If you love some one who returns your love, whe is loyal through everything, it's the happiest way in the world to he." Beth shivered, "But when you don't? khe asked. "Thén You have to find other things to make up for it. It doesn't do for ong-love people to try ex. perimenting. They Rave "to be aithful to oné person only, or alse they take to strong dink. or trite ter away their 1ivés in a dosen Hfitle sins, and eome out empty<handed at the last." "Get Ready "But suppose--suppose," Bet! asked, "you ate like that, and i love some one Who never responds to your 10¥6 at all. Then what!" You have to keep on being true --06t just to that person, but to yourself, Beth. That's the kind of fidelity to fdeals thm counthesbes ng jie to yourself." en you think it's ® love gome ona whe Ree rao your your love than not to love at aJl?" 2 "I'm sure of it," le said id- ently, "Your lite is ot os richer and tuller and more under- Standing for your very suffering," What makes you think I'm one Of the people who loves once?" He 1opked at her a lon 4 & tim fore He answered, "1 dont' hex Fn re ready to talk about that pF are you, Beth?" BAW that he knew. Bhe shook her head. 'No, 1' " she confessed. rT sn 'But this much 1 will gay." reached across He the table and took her hand. "Get ready for it, if it does some to you, Read and think and Improve yourself, fie yourselt for the very station you dream of occupying. however impos#ible ft seems to attain, Then, even if voi fall, you've grown richer, ganed things that nothing can take from Jou, tat will igiatn you in your 08s. at' 2, n't fo, Bethe» TOT Whils, "Yes, it 1s," she said softly, An it seemed- t0 her that or socret. agrement had been entered into between them. He knew of her lave for Philip Dane, knew without - being told. And he was bidding her to make hiefsel! worthy. Yes, tha was worth While. Beth smiled at him, and in her smile he read the messhce she meant for him--she would try. and if she fafled. she world have him always for a friend. (To Be Continued Tomorrow) RASA NEEEEEGSEEGGEIE -------------- At the 18st meeting of the Bure rough's Club members discussed the topic "Do Animals Think?' The affirmative was led by Mr.-Slyfield and the negative by Stanley Harris, president of the B.F.N.C. Alec. Blyth and Jack Peacock took a very apartments, twenty ladies at bridge at her home, Mr. Clifford Baker, attended a met. ing in Toronto, yesterday, as Osh- awa's representative when plang for a joint C.S.E.T. camp of West York, Toronto and Oshawa for the coming summer, apartments, entertained at tea on of Simcoe Street Ladies' Aid So0- clety. noon numbered about thirty. of Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Marks, enter- tained about ten of her school chums at & party yesterday in hone or of het birthday. guests; who were invited for tea, ar tived about four-thirty o'clock. The tea table, was crowned with a beau- the early evening Miss Betty and George's Church entertained at a Beth felt & lump in her throat * | Mrs. P. H. Beattie, Casa Loma entertained about ast evening. Mra. W. H, James, Caso Loma | ednesday afternoon fot her group The guests during the after || LAtt1s Miss Betty Marks, daughter { The youthful titul birthday cake and candles. In her guests were taken to the thea- et I still love her." tre. eth studied his face, with its , tine cut lines, its sad eyes, The Women's Guild of. Bt.|r very suocessful whist Drive in the Parish Hall, Centre St, on Wednos- day evening. There were eighteen tables in play. The prize winners were La. dies first, Miss Bernice Wallace, Ladies second, Mrs. W. J. Holland, Gents first, Mr, Mear, (ents second, Me. G. Barton Mothersill. _ A: the conclusion of cards, refreshments were served by the ladies of the Quild. Miss Audrey McTavish, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. E. McTavish, Simeoe Street North, is entertain- ing at an informal dance at her home this evening. The Masonic Teniple, Centre street, was the ro ro of one of the largest bridge puri en in the ¢ity this season. |! the auspi- cles of the Centrrl Howe and School counefl fifty-foui tables of bridge, and four tables ol euchre were in play. Both auc'ion ana contract bridge were plavel. Mrs. Russell Bale, won the first prize for contract, and Mrs. I"indiay the gecond. For auction brid~e, Mra. George McLaughlin was the first prize winner, Mrs. Pym the second and Mrs. Ross, the third. Kuchre prizes were won by Mre. Potts and Mrs. Hutchison. Mrs. Kinnear, was | Social & Personal Any social totes which read {| ers care to submit will be print. 8 ly phone or send them to thé Times Office before 10.80 a.m, the day they are to be pub- lished. Items of news concern 'ng dances, parties, guests' to and from town will be gladly received. OAMP SUPPORTS For Maternity ana Past Operative Cases Graduate Corseticre Xxx PASTRY FLOUR » Ib. Bag 65¢ HOGG & LYTLE LTD. Phone 208 omaiiis" 65°00 - THE FASHION SHOPPE 84 Simcoe St. South re immediate and Sprin, lar and cuffs that mark the newest imports. with the fascinating trim in white the woman of average full figure, chés bust. mixture or in wool jersey. The trim is interesting in pique. patterncd woolen, use a plain blends ing shade of self-fabric lightful with plain crepe contrast, after another as you turn over the pages of our new Book. dressmaking articles. that will save you money. pattern. preferred). No. 2986, Size voveven Sedans aron What New York Is Wearing By Annebelle Worthington Hlustrated Dressmaking Lessons Furnished With Every Pattern Here is a charming day model for ear. It has the fascinating lingerie col- t's a bright purple-blue flat crepe repe de chine, : It's youthfully beconiing to miss or Style No. 2986 may be had in sizes 2, 14, 16, 18, 20 years, 36 and 38 ine It makes up equally well in woolen abrics, For instance in a tweed In a erepy In flat crepe printed silk, it's de- You will see one attractive style Spring Fashion Styles for children or the miss, the watron, the stout---and a series of It is a book Be sure to fill in the size of the Send stanips or coin (coin Price of book 10 cents. Price of pattern 20 cents, Street Address City Prov. in charge of the table committee, Mrs. J.C. Young and Mrs. Hart« man, assisted by representatives from every city school in¢luding armony and Westmount were on the refreshment committees, Tea wag served when the ladies finished playing bridge. Mrs, Chas. Snudden. 60 Brock street east, entertained the mem- berg of the 1.LO.F. at a enchre party at her home on Thursday evening. Prizes were won by Mrs. George Garrett Mrs. M. Edwards Mr, Wil- liam Luxton and Mr. Fred Gibbs. Refreshments were served by the hostess, Chiffon or Service Keyser . Soto, Sk Foe $1.00 ATKINS' HOSIERY AND GERIE SHOP 146 Simese st. Bouth a WATSON'S BEAUTY PARLOR active part in the discussion. At Marcel, Permanent and thé meeting this afternoon the club, 4 discussing ""Mars--Is there Life ere "' y : Finger Waves. Phone 2088. 5 Celina St. Suppl tary Reading At a meeting of English téachers held in the library.on Wednesday the following proposed changes 4n the method of handling supplemen- tary reading were discussed: 1. The transfer of the care of all suppementary reading from the English department to the Librar- fan's department. . 2, The discarding of the present reading lists, 8. The preparation of new read- ing lists for distribution In June. 4. The acceptance of holiday reading as bona {Jde sessional read ing. The Junior Bird-Study Club will Home and School Council met in the board room of the Collegiate building on Wednesday aftérnoon. Mrs. R. 8. McLaughlin 'was in the chair, test and the singing contest were discussed and March 18th settled as the date for the former. singing contest between the public #chools is being sponsored Db, have the opportunity of sending a '| youthful charges, with the result that WOMEN'S MEETINGS ------------ The members of the Central Plans for the oratorical con The Mr. Richer and it will be held on March 20th. The oratorical contest will be managed in the samé Way as it was last year. Each school will unfor boy and girl and a senior hoy and girl to the singing compe- tition. Other business at the coun cll meeting included the making of plans for the bridge which was |, held in the Masonic Temple yester« day afternoon. The Mission of the Book The greatest handicap in lite is to get into the habit of ignoring books. You brand yourself as un interesting and unintellectual with no interests, and you do not attract the right people. You tail mainly through considering that everything that is to be sald has been said and you think if facts and opinions are of any value the newspapers will give them to you. Here you are wrong. Great men realize the in- fluence of the book and know that | often the book becomes ths turd- ing point in a matter of importance to the nation, and not only to the nation but to the individual in his own life. The influence of books on our lives is untold, and the pos- session of books and their utilisa« tion will make you more useful and put you in a position so that you are capable of securing the greatest advantage. Well chosen and well handled, books will open out the roal power of life andl assist you to secure the initiative and ambition that is obtained through knowledge and culture. ' The more hooks you possess and enjoy the fuller will be your ad- vantage, Hach book you become acquainted with will make your world wider. Each character in fic- tion you meet will give you insight into human life, The increased outlook, wider world, and insight fato life is yours by claiming ac- quaintanceship with the best minds of the past and present world through the posseésion of books. They cost little and return their value every time you introduce yourself to them, | DEAN RUBY MASON FROWNS ON SMOKING BY CO-EDS London, Ont. Jan. 21.--~Western co- cds who use the fragrant weed are | being hauled over the official coals. Dean Ruby Mason, whe watches over the destiny and liabits of girl students frowns scverely on cigarettes and kindred frivolities on the part of her a number of co-eds have been called into her office at the university and shown the error of their ways, Considering that mid-winter exams inations are how in full swing cau tioned co-eds claimed they needed a smoke to steady their nerves. Miss Mason, however, disallowed the plea. CHANGE Against the restless tide of change - Not long can much we build remain And soon or late we rearrange Qur lives to meet some powerful straun, Unseen, unfelt the power goes on Beneath the surface which we see, Then suddenly from us is gone What permanent we thought to be, Out of old ways emerge the new; $39.5¢ Gruen "Verithin watches with fine precision movements, neatly engraved or engine turned cases. Very hand. some. Reg. $60 to $65 value, Close out $39.50. $16.95 15-jewel Gruen move- ment in gold-filled ease. Popular $27.60 value, Close out 16.95 FELT BROS. JEWELERS 12 Simcoe St. 8. OSHAWA Pstablished 1886 Gruen Watches For the First Time-TODAY-! Sold at Reduced Prices 'Half-Price or Nearly So THE Gruen Guild has placed at our disposal for clearance a number of their world-re- nowned, high-grade watches----certain models which are not again to be made. Each of these contains warranted and guaranteed Gruen pres cision movements. 2 $24.75 Gruen geld-fll ed case with matching bracelet, 15. fewel Gruen movement. Reg. $35 to $42.50. Close ont, $24.75. i Gruen gold-filled case, mateh- ing Ddracelet, 15-fewel Gruem movement with radium hands and dial. Reg. $30. Olose out $17.85, Each Gruen is sold with the usual Felt Bros. guat- antee of Free Service, both moderate and more expensive pieces. The assortment consists of As the number available at these prices is limitd an early selection is advised. See the store windows fer special display. Members of the Gruen Guild Peléphond 188 - and shut the bathroom door, the steam arising will do wonders to get the wrinkles out and make your vels vet look as if it had been scientifically steamed and pressed. Perform this process sometime before you want to wear the garment, as it should be al- lowed to Mang in a dry room after the steaming is over. PLAID VOGUE A charming little lace jersey blouse has its neckline and its short sleeves all finished with lacings of Scotch plaid cording. There is a cute little vestee of the plaid down the very front of the blouse. Motions of an auntomobild I running operate & new pump to keep its chassis lubricated. bmi Interchangeable wings enable an airplane of Belgian-design to b@ used either as a biplane or mono plane. Special Half Price Sale Even against the will of man; What yesterday we rose to do | No longer serves the modern plan | Custom and habit break before | Life's irresistible command. Who has been dead a yeas or more Though buildings fall and fortunes fade As change another victory gains, As 'twas since first the world was made, The value of a man remains, Still honored Herd and still will be, Through evety change that time shall brin That man whe KITCHEN HINTS Wax paper wrappings from bread are excellent for cleaning and polish- ing the stove, If you put your new crystal glasses or other crystal dishes on the stove in a pan of cold water, let them come to a boil, boil ten mintites and then cool right in the same water, you will find them more hardened and less lik- ely to break than glasses not treated this way before using them. Eves courageously; 'If you hang 'your velvet frock or coat in: the bathroom, far enough from the tub so it: won't get wet, and turn on the hot water in the shower meet in the library next Friday. Our speech would scarcely under. | stand | of Ladies' Coats Friday and Saturday Genuine Bargains Offered. This seasor.s goods, no old Stock, also Dresses offered at | $4.95 =e $5.95 Lock's Ladies' Wear 24 Simcoe Street North 2 Li ougands pg% tin por mild laxative to THE TOILER TILLIE A PRIVATE OETECTIVE- WHO 1S 1 HOPE THIS YOUNG RICH, CLEVER AND HES MAN 2 NERY GOOD-LOOKING CLEVER nti Cro ENOUGH TO FIND J iia arvad lL IF THE KID ; HAVE HIDDEN POOR. MAC IN SOME BALL, ROOM, TILLIE |S SURE TO FIND iM By Ruse Westovas = mn <i. Women's Interests in the Home-- 7