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| THAT MERRY CHRISTMAS | By Uncle Charles | [2] |
| BABY'S QUIET FAMILY | By W.G. | [3] |
| BABY AND THE BIRD | By A.B.C. | [4] |
| A NEW YEAR'S DIALOGUE | By Marian Douglas | [5] |
| THE SHEEP FOLLOW THE SHEPHERD | By Dora Burnside | [7] |
| "A FRIEND IN NEED" | By Jane Oliver | [8] |
| "IN A MINUTE" | By Mary Addison | [10] |
| THE CHRISTMAS-TREE | By George S. Burleigh | [12] |
| DOWN THE RIVER AFTER THE BOY | By Alfred Stetson | [14] |
| "FLUTTER, FLUTTER!" | By Mary N. Prescott | [16] |
| DRAWING-LESSON | By Harrison Weir | [17] |
| CHRISTMAS BELLS | By George Cooper | [18] |
| JACK THE MAGPIE | By Aunt Sadie | [19] |
| PORTRAITS FOR LITTLE FOLKS | By K.G. | [21] |
| AMONG THE HOLLY-BUSHES | By Emily Carter | 23 (Missing) |
| THE BASKET OF APPLES | By Uncle Sam | [25] |
| CHRISTMAS | (Music by T. Crampton) | [32] |
A BRAIN AND NERVE FOOD.
Vitalized Phos-phites
(This differs from all other tonics because it is composed of the nerve-giving principles of the ox brain and wheat germ.) It gives vitality to the insufficient growth of children; feeds the brain and nerves; prevents fretfulness; gives quiet rest and sleep. An ill-fed brain learns no lessons, and is excusable if peevish. Restless infants are cured in a few days. For sale by Druggists, or mail, $1.00.
F. CROSBY 666 8TH AVE. N.Y.
EDITOR'S PORTFOLIO.
*** "The Nursery" is fortunate, not only in being in charge of its original editors, but in retaining the good will and hearty co-operation of its most valued contributors.
*** Among these the name of Marian Douglas deserves special mention. We present a capital poem from her pen, and are promised a series of a similar character, one of which will appear in each number during the year. The name of George Cooper is also endeared to our readers by his charming verses. A poem by him is given in this number, and we have others in store. George S. Burleigh, Emily Carter, Jane Oliver, Mary N. Prescott, and other favorites contribute to our table of contents.