"Laughing will not be tolerated." Three twisted ribbon handles of sophomore colors and three of junior ornamented either side of the box.

Each girl grasped a handle.
"We will proceed with the ceremony," directed Julia.

"Lift up the box." This was easier said than done.

The handles were so close together that the girls hardly had room to step.

The journey was finally accomplished without any further mishap than the sliding off of the wheat sheaf.