A mistake, perhaps, but it makes us thrill to hear of it; and the same spirit keeps my Jack true as steel when once his word is passed, or he thinks it is his duty.

Don't be laughed out of it, my son, for faithfulness in little things fits one for heroism when the great trials come.

One's conscience can hardly be too tender when honor and honesty are concerned." "You are right, mother, and I am wrong.

I beg your pardon, Jack, and you sha'n't get ahead of me next time." Frank made his mother a little bow, gave his brother a shake of the hand, and nodded to Jill, as if anxious to show that he was not too proud to own up when he made a mistake.
"Please tell on, Jack.

This is very nice, but I do want to know all about the other," said Jill, after a short pause.
"Let me see.