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`` Kenneth was badly beaten when you arrived . '' Of course our girls were very happy at receiving this praise , but more pleased to realize they had actually been of service to their boy friend . They believed that Kenneth would prove a good Representative and carry out his promises to the voters ; and if he did , that his political career was assured . Mr. Burke appeared in the afternoon with a telegram from Dr. Hoyt , the specialist , saying that he would be at Elmwood on the noon train Wednesday . His engagements prevented him from coming any sooner , and in the meantime Mr. Burke advised keeping a close watch on Eliza Parsons , to see that she did not run away . `` I 'll attend to that , '' said Louise , quickly . `` Eliza and I are friends , and I 'll take care of her . ''