Perhaps he'll
feel like putting on airs after that."
From the conversation which has just been chronicled it will be
perceived that John was a worthy son of his father; and, though
wanting in affection and cordial good feeling, that both were
prepared to join hands in devising mischief to poor Frank and his
family. Let us hope that the intentions of the wicked may be
frustrated.
CHAPTER VIII. DISCOURAGED AND ENCOURAGED
In a small village like Rossville news flies fast. Even the
distinctions of social life do not hinder an interest being felt
in the affairs of each individual. Hence it was that Mr. Frost's
determination to enlist became speedily known, and various were
the comments made upon his plan of leaving Frank in charge of the
farm. That they were not all favorable may be readily believed.
Country people are apt to criticize the proceedings of their
neighbors with a greater degree of freedom than is common
elsewhere.
As Frank was on his way to school on Saturday morning, his name
was called by Mrs. Roxana Mason, who stood in the doorway of a
small yellow house fronting on the main street.
"Good morning, Mrs. Mason," said Frank politely, advancing to the
gate in answer to her call.
"Is it true what I've heard about your father's going to the war,
Frank Frost?" she commenced
"Yes, Mrs. Mason; he feels it his duty to go."
"And what's to become of the farm? Anybody hired it?"
"I am going to take charge of it," said Frank modestly.
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