He, therefore, took Henry to his own home; had him well washed, and dressed in a suit of comfortable clothing.

The change produced in him was wonderful.

The repulsive-looking object became an interesting boy; though with a pale, thin face, and a subdued, fearful look.

He was very anxious to see his mother; but Doctor R--, desirous of making as great a change in the child's appearance and manner as possible, kept him at his house all night, and until the afternoon of the next day.

Then he took him to his eagerly expectant mother.
Mrs.Gaston had waited and waited with all the patience and fortitude she could summon, hour after hour, until the afternoon had advanced far toward evening.