Jane Allen, Right Guard

Jane Allen is a spirited young woman who carries the title of Right Guard with quiet confidence. The story opens with a sun‑drenched afternoon, where she swings in a striped hammock and shares a playful guessing game with her father, Henry. Their conversation quickly turns to the future, as Jane reveals her longing to return to Wellington College and prove herself a diligent pioneer. The tender exchange captures the close bond between father and daughter while hinting at the pressures of growing up.

As Jane prepares to leave the familiar comforts of home, she reflects on the friendships that have shaped her—roommates like Judy and Dorothy, and the lingering memory of a beloved sister whose portrait still offers solace. The narrative weaves her optimism, a touch of melancholy about parting from family, and a resolve to face the challenges of college life. Listeners will be drawn into Jane’s earnest quest for independence, her love of learning, and the gentle humor that colors her journey.