Published March, 1917


TO

MRS. CHARLES THOMAS KOUNTZE


ILLUSTRATIONS

“I didn’t know it was your moon,” he said.[Frontispiece]
FACING PAGE
“The young person left in haste, that’s clear enough,” remarked Hood.[30]
“I make it a rule never to deny food to any applicant, no matter how unworthy. You may remain.”[124]
“Throw up your hands, boys; it’s no use!” cried Hood in mock despair.[168]