28 Katie Summers.

Johnny, because I can do without the things for
the doll’s house. Dolly won’t know that the
table is shaky and the chairs are broken,” said
Katie, with a merry laugh.

Mr. Summers smiled, pleased and thankful to
find his little girl so thoroughly unselfish and
land.

Harry looked grave and thoughtful.

“What is the matter, my boy?” said his papa,
kindly.

“YT was wishing, papa, that I had done like
Katie, but I never thought of it. Ive only six-
pence left.”

«And what are you going to-do with it?”
asked Mr. Summers.

“TI was going to buy a whip, but if I can get
anything to please Johnny instead I would
rather.”

“He is very fond of flowers,” said Katie.
“Couldn't you get him a little rosebush in a pot?
He could have it to stand on the little table