" said Mr. Stone. "I will enter you,
tentatively at least, for that race, and if you find you can't
compete, no harm will be done. There are some very handsome prizes."
"Oh, do enter, Bet!" exclaimed Mollie in a whisper, for she was fond
of sports of all kinds. "It will he such jolly fun!"
Betty looked at her aunt. Racing had not entered into their plans when
they talked them over with the folks at home.
"I think you might; they seem very nice, and we can easily find out if
other girls are to race," said Aunt Kate, in a low voice.
"You may enter my boat, then," said Betty, graciously.
"Thank you!" exclaimed Mr. Stone. "The Gem goes in, and her captain's
name-- ?"
"Miss Nelson."
"Of-- ?" again he paused suggestively, pencil poised.
"Of Deepdale."
"Oh, yes, I have been there. I am sure you will not regret having
decided to enter the regatta. Now if you would like to tie up for the
night there are several good public docks near here. That one over
there," and he pointed, "is used by very few other boats, and perhaps
you would like it. Plenty of room, you know."
"Thank you," said Betty.
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