If it proves to be the measles, we will turn the house into a hospital at once.

If the old saying is true that misery loves company, then you ought to be a contented quartette." "Oh, I've already had the measles," said Betty, quickly, "two years ago." "Then I'm glad that you will not have to suffer for the disobedience of the others," answered her godmother.

"It has brought its own punishment this time, so I'll not add a scolding.

I'll leave the measles, if that's what it turns out to be, to preach you a sermon on the text, 'Be sure your sin will find you out.'" Sally Fairfax welcomed no guests from Locust that night at her party, for the doctor made his visit and pronounced his verdict.

No parties for many a long day.