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"CHUSEY."

But November shook his head. "Never spoil your eggs by chipping the shells too soon," said he. "I know how to keep a secret. And now let's have that can of yours, and I'll take my moments; for I'm late, and must be off."

He tied the moments in the red bandanna handkerchief, shook hands in a friendly way, and without another word was gone.

"Oh, isn't he nice!" said Thekla.


"Chusey came to the table, and, tied to Pop's chair, was regaled with all sorts of
choice morsels."