As it is used in Paragraph 3, the phrase “the eyes, always Clover’s chief beauty, had still that pathetic look” most nearly means that:

F. Clover was beautiful with the exception of her pitiable eyes.

G. Clover’s eyes aroused a feeling of compassion.

H. people often felt sorry for Clover when they looked into her eyes.

J. Clover had pretty eyes but very poor vision.