name, and I highly esteem the dear old cousin who has showed such
kindness to the mother."

"Yes, he is worthy of it," said Grandma Elsie. "I have always felt proud
to own him as my kinsman."

"And Ronald and Conly go well together, making a very pretty name, to my
thinking," said Rosie.

"Have they heard the news at Beechwood yet?" asked Lucilla.

"I think not," replied the doctor; "but I shall take it in my way home,
as it will make the drive only a little longer and I need delay there
but a moment." Then with a hasty adieu he took his departure.

"Art is a very happy man to-day," Mr. Dinsmore remarked with a pleased
smile, as they watched the doctor's gig on its way down the drive.

"Yes; I know of no one more worthy of happiness, and it does me good to
see it," said the captain.

"And no doubt dear Marian's heart is overflowing with love and
gratitude," said Grandma Elsie in low, soft tones. "I quite want to see
her and her new treasure."

"Both she and Art will be very proud to show it to their friends and
relatives," remarked Violet with a smile, "though he will be careful not
to admit even relatives for some days yet. He is very kind and careful
as both husband and physician."