9/12 "Have you thought of anyone for a nurse ?" "I have thought of Mrs.Burke." "She is poor, and will come if you offer her a good price. Try to get her." "I think she will come. I must go at once, for your husband needs immediate attention." "Get her to come at once, Dr.Townley! Oh, do! My husband may want something, and I can't go into the room. My duty to my dear, only son will not permit me. I hope Mr.Preston understands my motives in going away ?" "I presume he does," said the doctor, rather equivocally. |