I have mentioned the absence of windows in these ranches; we were now to experience the great inconvenience resulting therefrom, for the low open spaces furnished great opportunity for the cats.

In at one opening, and out at another they flew, first across the Bailey's bed, then over ours.

The dogs caught the spirit of the chase, and added their noise to that of the cats.

Both babies began to cry, and then up got Bailey and threw his heavy campaign boots at the cats, with some fitting remarks.

A momentary silence reigned, and we tried again to sleep.