Mamma. "Why, what's the matter, my dear?"

Frances. "Because if he thought it was spelt with an i, he might bring me boys' toys for Christmas, and that would be terrible."


Jack. "Papa, isn't it always best to have one head to everything?"

Papa. "Yes, my boy."

Jack. "Well, then, what makes you say two heads are better than one."


Sunday-school Teacher. "Can any little boy tell me what man attained the greatest age in the world?"

Bobby (holding up his hand). "I can."

Teacher. "Well, who?"