“You always want to get a pail of water before you undress.”

“Say, Phil, did you really fly?” queried Teddy, who was standing by eyeing his companion admiringly.

“Sure. Didn’t you see me?”

“I did and I didn’t. Will you show me how to fly like that?”

“’Course I will. You come in under the big top tomorrow after the show and I’ll give you a lesson.”

Teddy had not happened to observe the simple mechanical arrangement that had permitted the young circus performer to carry out his flying act.

“I reckon you ought to get a dollar a day for that stunt,” decided Teddy.

“Yes, I think so myself,” grinned Phil.

Teddy now turned his attention to Mr. Miaco, who, made up for his clown act in the ring, presented a most grotesque appearance.

“How do I look?” asked the clown, noting the lad’s observant gaze.