THE SCHOOL-GIRL OF 1830.

THE BLOSSOMVILLE BAND.

ELSIE’S PLAN.—II.
(Something for Mamma.)

“I’M going to stop its raveling,” said Elsie serenely. “I’m going to overcast it, as mother does dress seams, and then line it with Margaret’s dress skirt; that is real strong, and will make it stand up beautifully.”