Nannie
- Minnie's sister Anna, also known as Nannie, arrives from Texas. Minnie introduces her to her husband Henry Gordon, whom she calls Harry.
- Holmes plays his usual game, exuding warmth and charm. Anna's suspicions quickly recede.
- The three travel to the fair where they see all sorts of glories and wonders.
- Pitezel buys a souvenir for his son Howard: a tin man on a spinning top.
- Holmes, Minnie, and Anna go to the fair nearly every day for two weeks, the minimum time needed to cover the fair adequately.
- Unfortunately, the Ferris Wheel isn't yet ready.
- Anna has such a great time, Holmes invites her to stay for the summer.