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 "When did you see the gray kitten last, my dear?" asked Mrs. Polly.

"Not for a very long time," replied the little house-kitten. "My mother says she's common, and doesn't like to have us play with her."

"Then, if you've no information to give on the subject," said Mrs. Polly severely, "don't give it. You must learn to be seen and not heard."

The little house-kitten was somewhat abashed at this reproof; but her embarrassment did not last long, for her sister, the other house-kitten, who was tired of sitting still so long, moved her tail backward and forward in such a very enticing manner that she couldn't resist the temptation of springing at it and clawing it

The house-cat was rather ashamed of her want of discipline, particularly as the barn-kittens sat all this time in a dignified manner, with their small tails straight out behind