What, for goodness' sake, is a buddy, and why must I have one ?" demanded Irene tragically.
"Sit down there, child, and let Grannie talk to you," replied President Agnes.

"If you haven't heard of a buddy yet it's time you did.

They're the latest out.

They had them at all the camps last summer, in England as well as in America.

A buddy is a chum with whom you're pledged to do everything, and who's bound to support you.