2. Why are we not so merciful to the rat as the Lion was?

3. What disease germs does the rat carry?


FIRST AID TO THE INJURED AND THE BOY SCOUTS

"I say, Jack, what do you think; I am going to join the Boy Scouts."

"What is that, Tom? I don't know anything about Boy Scouts. Is it something new? You are always starting some new stunt. Is it playing soldier?"

"Oh, no, Jack; it is a company made up of boys, who are learning to be manly and brave. Being a Boy Scout takes you out-of-doors a great deal, and in that way it helps make you strong and healthy. I wish you would come with me and join."

"Well, tell me all about it."