ON A RAINY DAY.
"Mamma," said little Herbert, the other day, "what good are my rubber boots, anyhow?"
"Why, to keep your feet dry when you go out in the rain."
"If that is so, mamma," said little Herbert, triumphantly, "may I go out now and play in the rain?"
"No; I am afraid you will catch croup."
"What, mamma dear, with my rubber boots on?"
"Yes, Herbert, with your boots on."
"Then I can't see what good the rubber-boots are," protested Herbert.
"They're to wear that you may keep on the safe side. On the safe side of your health."
"Mamma," asked Herbert, "I don't want to appear rude or impertinent, but has my health really a safe side?"