Synopsis

A sense began to creep into Charley’s mind that everyone was simply too occupied to spare him any time. Floyd had begun paying court to the widow Sarah Lawrence. Uncle Joe, burdened with preparing a speech, couldn't find space in his schedule for a fishing trip. Kate, as always, was overwhelmed with work at the hotel. Charley found himself unwilling to endure another moment alone and discontented, managing the Cannonball. He resolved to leave it all behind and seek a new life in the city. Kate d