We boys are having splendid coasting here. In the park near my home great numbers of boys and girls coast on the hills, and in many of the streets the boys coast four or five blocks without stopping.
I am going to have two very small alligators, which I can handle and play with, and I have a pet lizard, which I have kept in a glass globe for a year.
Coleman C. A.
Nacoochee, Georgia.
I have read every story, letter, and advertisement in Young People ever since it was published. I think it is the best paper printed for young folks. The exchange department is the grandest of all. I commenced with a few Indian arrow-heads, and now I have a good collection of minerals, shells, and curiosities of various kinds, and am constantly receiving letters from new exchanges. The "wiggles," too, are very interesting. There is nothing that gives me so much pleasure as making "wiggles" or packing boxes of curiosities to send off.
Many good wishes to Young People, and may it ever be as bright and beautiful as now!
John R. G.
Factory Point, Vermont.
I wrote a letter to Young People a little while ago, when I was at grandpa's. My papa came after me, but I am very lonely now, for my little playmate, my dear little sister Annie, died of diphtheria while I was gone. I used to read the stories in Young People to her. I have a little dog, and I used to play lots with him, but I do not feel like playing any more.
Charlie C.