They are always hammering and pounding at boxes and partitions out there in the stable, or cleaning up, and if they are sent out on an errand, they do it and come right home.

I don't mean to say that we have deprived them of liberty.

They have their days for base-ball, and foot-ball, and excursions to the woods, but they have so much to do at home, that they won't go away unless for a specific purpose." While Mrs.Morris was talking, her visitor leaned forward in her chair, and listened attentively.

When she finished, Mrs.Montague said, quietly, "Thank you, I am glad that you told me this.

I shall get Charlie a dog." "I am glad to hear you say that," replied Mrs.Morris.