“Adelle is penniless. Her parents were her only relatives, so she was brought to us.”
“It’s a shame!” Penny declared feelingly. “Wasn’t there any clue as to the identity of the man who caused the fatal accident?”
“No worthwhile ones. Adelle insists that she saw the driver’s face plainly and could recognize him again. However, she never was able to give a very good description, nor to make an identification.”
Having heard the story, Jerry was more than ever annoyed at himself because he had caused the child needless suffering.
“Miss Anderson, isn’t there something I can do to make amends?” he asked earnestly. “What would the little girl like? Candy, toys?”
“It isn’t necessary that you give her anything.”
“I want to do it,” Jerry insisted.
“In that case, why not make some small bequest to the institution, or send something which may be enjoyed by all the children.”
“Jerry, I have an idea!” cried Penny impulsively. “Why not give a party? Would that be permissible, Miss Anderson?”
“Indeed, yes. The children love them, and outings away from the institution are their special delight.”