[CHAPTER XXIII--THE BARN SWIFTS--A TRAGEDY]
"And now for the Barn Swifts."
"Everyone is crazy to come, Dickey. I'm afraid we will have an overflow."
"Oh, yes, of course. I suppose Nell will completely douse all the rest of us. That's the way with foolish college girls. First they cut and then they plaster."
"Now, Dickey, you know you are Nell's best friend."
"That's just it. I am and have always been her friend. I know a thoroughbred when I see one, but these other folks," and Dickey made a gesture of disgust. "They make me tired. I heard Toney and Tim planning to give her flowers."
"You did?"
"Yes, I did."
"Then, Dick, we must be careful. Such a manifestation as flowers spells--trouble."
"What do you mean, Clare?"