You flattered them both outrageously; but that will do no harm." And so it went on throughout the day.

Sometimes the farmer himself was around the house, and then they held a sort of conference; Louise asked his advice about the best way to win votes, and said she depended a great deal upon his judgment.

She never asked a man which side he favored, but took it for granted that he was anxious to support Mr.
Forbes; and this subtle flattery was so acceptable that not one declared outright that he was for Hopkins, whatever his private views might have been.
When evening came and they had arrived at Elmhurst again, Louise was enthusiastic over her work of the day, and had many amusing tales to tell of her experiences.
"How many votes did you win ?" asked Uncle John, smiling at her.
"I can't say," she replied; "but I didn't lose any.

If one sows plenty of seed, some of it is bound to sprout." "We can tell better after election," said Mr.Watson.

"But I'm satisfied that this is the right sort of work, Mr.Merrick, to get results." "So am I," returned Uncle John heartily.