Every one in the school who wished might take part, and after all necessary preparations they were to have a grand celebration.

The assistance of Feklitus had been secured by giving him a prominent place in the arrangements for the great occasion.

The embroidered banner, which was to be a salient feature, was sure to be ready, since Oscar's aunt had undertaken it, which was quite a different thing from being dependent on Emma.

Fani was to be the bearer.

To-day the motto must be selected for it, and at the close of school several of the boys were stationed at the door, to summon the others, as they came out, to a meeting for the decision of this important matter.