THE DOLI’S WASHING. SS Ze. ( i | AAT i i ZL 2 = <= AN —— A cloud of discontent was gathering on Annie’s face. “ And would like to do some real washing ?” said her mother. “Oh, dear! yes, mamma. And why can’t I? Tl be very careful about the soap and water. I won’t spill any over the floor nor on my dress. I can do it in the dining-room, and so not trouble Mary the least bit. I hope she isn’t cross to-day ; she’s so cross sometimes.” : “The dining-room isn’t the place for real washing to be done,” Mrs. Granger replied. “As for Mary’s crossness, I don’t think there would be any cause to fear that if my daughter had always been careful not to give trouble when she went into the kitchen.” “T won’t give her the least bit of trouble to-day, mamma,” replied Annie; “Ill be just as careful, and won’t slop the floor nor tumble things about. Won't you ask her, mamma?” 147