Eleanor: Welcome back, Miss Catherine. Now, you promised. Tell us about Killer Chicken.
Catherine: Of course. Joanne and I were enjoying a swim in a delightful pond while Trevor guarded us. Ross had gone to scout out a campsite further down the railroad tracks. We finished our bath and Ross returned at the same time. I acted the flirt and had Trevor’s attention until Ross yelled out an alarm. “Watch out for Killer Chicken!” There was the biggest rooster I’d ever seen. He focused on harming Trevor, a threat to his harem of five hearty hens who followed. Killer Chicken attacked, forcing Trevor to hide behind Joanne and then me. Evidently KC would have harmed both Ross and Trevor, but liked us. It was terribly hilarious. Finally Joanne picked up a hen and the rooster stared at her for a few seconds then turned and retreated into the woods with the remainder of his family.
Eleanor: Thank you. That was fun. Once you arrived in Charleston what was your largest challenge? Was it the prejudice against Joanne and Jacob or perhaps your step-father’s greed?
Catherine: The prejudice. John and Jared Pettigrew were just two greedy men while general meanness, because of race or religion, is unjustified. In 1908 there were few laws protecting minorities. Greed will be with us forever, no doubt.
Eleanor: I agree. There are several characters in your adventures. Tell us about Kirsten, one of my favorites.
Catherine: Miss Kirsten was our beloved mature anchor. She arrived as we needed strong advice. She had her own program, her own objectives, but she put us first. All of us, all of my friends, benefitted from her invaluable assistance. Hopefully she’ll reappear and help the younger Coffman brothers. I plan to take great care of Trevor myself. (Smile)
Eleanor: Is that right? (Smile)
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