Then all these things are tied up in packages and auctioned off to the highest bidder.

There is a whole lot of money in it, for people often try to outbid each other, and the fun of the thing is that no one knows what he or she is bidding on." "Marian Barber," exclaimed Grace, "that's a positive inspiration! You clever, clever girl!" "Oh, don't think for a minute that I originated the idea," said Marian hastily.

"A cousin of mine wrote me about it last winter.

They had a 'Mystery Auction' at a bazaar that was held in the town she lives." "Well it's a brilliant idea at any rate, and I can see us fairly coining money.

Now we must all work with a will and put the affair through in fine style," responded Grace warmly.
"Oh, girls, the boys will be at home in time for it!" exclaimed Jessica in rapture.
"Sure enough," said Nora, "and won't I make Hippy work.