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All the while , however , Marjorie watched anxiously for the appearance of Frieda . Would the girl disappoint her ? Marjorie had been so busy during the week that she had not been able to go to see her , but Mrs. Johnson had told Miss Phillips that Frieda had gone regularly to school , and that her teacher reported progress . Towards nine o'clock , however , just as Marjorie was landing her canoe with two of the teachers who had been for a ride , she caught sight of a familiar pink dress . Ruth , who had joined their group in order to serve the guests with ice-cream , also noticed the newcomer . `` I wonder who that is ! '' remarked Ruth , vainly attempting to identify the girl in the dim light .