From the porch there was an excellent view of the distant mountains. Mrs. Murphy explained that the bathroom was just down the hall and that her only other roomer was the cashier of a downtown department store.
The telephone, ringing insistently, summoned Mrs. Murphy downstairs and gave the girls an opportunity to talk about the rooms.
Jane went back to the sleeping porch to enjoy the view of the mountains. Her mind was made up and she was quite willing to stay with Mrs. Murphy.
“There isn’t a whole lot of closet room,” said Grace, “and the furniture is rather plain.”
“But the rooms are large and pleasant and the sleeping porch will be grand,” said Sue.
Alice, who had been exploring the bathroom, brought back good news.
“The bath is fine. Lots of room, a huge tub with a shower, and two lavatories with plate-glass mirrors.”
“Then I call for a vote,” said Sue.
“Mine is yes,” said Jane, returning from the porch. Grace, Alice and Sue added their approval as Mrs. Murphy came puffing upstairs.
“We like the rooms,” Jane told her. “How much is the rent?”