The Final Payment
Richard Ayres, a young clerk, gives his butterfly wife, Effie, for safe keeping, the final payment on their bungalow. Effie is invited to an afternoon party by her rich friend, Mrs. Benton, ... Read allRichard Ayres, a young clerk, gives his butterfly wife, Effie, for safe keeping, the final payment on their bungalow. Effie is invited to an afternoon party by her rich friend, Mrs. Benton, and takes the money with her. Mrs. Benton's guests indulge in a game of bridge. Effie is s... Read allRichard Ayres, a young clerk, gives his butterfly wife, Effie, for safe keeping, the final payment on their bungalow. Effie is invited to an afternoon party by her rich friend, Mrs. Benton, and takes the money with her. Mrs. Benton's guests indulge in a game of bridge. Effie is surprised to learn that they are playing for money, but with foolish pride, pays what she o... Read all