15/28 The place whereon we stand is holy ground." "Henry," said his wife, "there's no fool like an old fool. You don't know what you are talking about." But when Dr.Howe, softening a little since Mr.Dale did not abuse John Ward, said he must tell Helen that,--it would please her,--Mrs.Dale begged him to do nothing of the sort. We had better try to show her it is a disgrace to the family. Love, indeed! Well, I don't understand love like that!" "No," Mr.Dale responded, "no, I suppose not. But, my dear, don't you wish you did ?" When Dr.Howe told Helen of his plan of going to Lockhaven, she tried to show him that it was useless; but as she saw his determination, she ceased to oppose him. |