And pulled him through the door.
Now take a warning from this tale,
And tie your critters tight,
So no ungainly beast shall spoil
Our Christmas tree to-night.
(Bows, and takes seat.)
Hiram—Look out, Sammy. She’s put that lamb of hers out doors, and he’ll eat up the Christmas tree.
Sammy—Can’t we bring it in now, teacher?
Miss P.—You can not. (as Sammy tries to speak) No, no one will steal it.
Sammy—Some one may eat it.