"I believe in being comfortable," retorted Alice.

Miss Dixon came up on deck, redolent of a highly perfumed talcum powder.

"It seems to keep away the mosquitoes," she murmured in explanation,
though no one had said anything, even if Russ did sniff rather
ostentatiously.

"I should think it would attract them," chuckled Paul.

"Oh, indeed!" said Miss Dixon, and changed her mind about taking a seat
near him.

Returning from a little exploring party next day Russ and Mr. Pertell
reported the locality to be just what was wanted.

"We start work to-morrow," said the manager. "And I want everyone to do
his or her best, for this will bring our Florida stay to a close."

"And what next?" asked Mr. DeVere.

"I haven't made up my mind yet. But there will be plenty of other
pictures to make."

During the next few days every member of the company, from Mr. DeVere to
Tommy and Nellie, had their share of work. There were romantic plays
filmed, and in these Ruth had good parts. As for Alice she rejoiced when
she had humorous "stunts" to do.

"You are getting to be a regular 'cut-up'," laughed Paul at the close of