Clyde takes Roberta to Gloversville to a physician that Orrin Short had suggested might help them. Roberta goes in alone since Clyde doesn't want to be seen. Roberta gives the story that she and her husband are poor and newly married and can't afford a child. The doctor says it is against his conscience to do such a thing, especially since children are a blessing to a marriage and, once they get used to the idea, they'll find a way to make it work out. Roberta breaks down in a fit of tears and admits.....
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