Dodge, Mary Mapes, 1830-1905 · [New York : Scribner & Co.] · leaf 164
ames watched himwith serious compassion. Merry is fond of pets, softly said thegirl, Judith; and there s no place for themhere,—everything s so crowded. Sometimesthe cat troubles the neighbors. Father hasbeen so vexed! And John James with genuine sympathy,said, It s too bad! The clock struck… … Merry is Fond of Pets, said Judith. Presently masculine voices and footstepsin the kitchen announced newcomers. JohnJames was dreadfully curious, but talked onwith the boy, who, flushed and eager now,confided to the kindly gentleman the sad fateof his many pets. Only Vixen remained tohim, and…
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