In a few moments we were ready to depart; and as we stepped out into the night, whom should we run up against but that detestable Jimmie Brown! "Whither away, boys?" he asked; in his usual bubblesome manner. "We are going to make a call." "Ah! Well, wait a minute, won't you? I have some news. I'm in great luck, and I want you fellows to join me in a health to the future Mrs.