"It is very important to me, Henry," he said, with a faltering voice.

"You will keep that in mind, I am sure.

They are both so admirable, and yet--there must be some choice.

Miss Deborah's housekeeping--you know there's no such cooking in Ashurst; and she's very economical.

But then, Miss Ruth is artistic, and"-- here a fine wavering blush crept over his little face--"she is--ah--pretty, Henry.