When the babel of voices began to quiet somewhat, Miss Mason remarked: “If a swarm of bees has to be hived on a Sunday what would you scouts do?”
“Why, hive them, of course,” was Janet’s sensible reply.
“Just the same as if we fed the cow, or removed the eggs from the chicken-nests,” explained Natalie.
“Well, I was wondering if Mrs. Tompkins would do that, as she is very particular about Sunday work, you know,” mused Miss Mason.
“She’s a good woman and a conscientious one, but I would not say she was a fanatic. Let us remember the words of the Master when he rebuked the hypocrits with the question of ‘Who would not save a sheep on the Sabbath Day if it was in danger?’” said Mrs. James.
“Now that reminds me, Jimmy! When we come across any sheep that may be for sale, I think it would be most interesting to have one or two on the farm, don’t you?” said Janet.
“Oh, sheep are so interesting!” cried Norma.
“I love to watch them graze in a field,” added Natalie. “And we have such a large field that it won’t cost Janet anything.”
“What are sheep good for, anyway?” asked Practical Frances.
“Goodness me! Didn’t you know that wool came from sheep?” exclaimed Janet, amazed at such ignorance.