Chapter I

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading 57 The burglar brought from under his mattress a box, which he handed to the little girl 61 EDITHA’S BURGLAR.

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From this reading 57 The burglar brought from under his mattress a box, which he handed to the little girl 61 EDITHA’S BURGLAR.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

the form of “be” used with “I”

From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

a story-specific word describing an important person, object, action, or idea in this passage

From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

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From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

an important story-specific word used in this passage

From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

Bound written or printed works.

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading 57 The burglar brought from under his mattress a box, which he handed to the little girl 61 EDITHA’S BURGLAR.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

a story-specific word describing an important person, object, action, or idea in this passage

From this reading 57 The burglar brought from under his mattress a box, which he handed to the little girl 61 EDITHA’S BURGLAR.

A person who commits illegal entry into a building with intent to steal valuable treasures.

From this reading 57 The burglar brought from under his mattress a box, which he handed to the little girl 61 EDITHA’S BURGLAR.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

showing who or what does the action

From this reading _ILLUSTRATED BY_ HENRY SANDHAM.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

an important story-specific word used in this passage

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading 57 The burglar brought from under his mattress a box, which he handed to the little girl 61 EDITHA’S BURGLAR.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading 57 The burglar brought from under his mattress a box, which he handed to the little girl 61 EDITHA’S BURGLAR.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading 57 The burglar brought from under his mattress a box, which he handed to the little girl 61 EDITHA’S BURGLAR.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading _ILLUSTRATED BY_ HENRY SANDHAM.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading _ILLUSTRATED BY_ HENRY SANDHAM.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

an important story-specific word used in this passage

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

an important story-specific word used in this passage

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

an important story-specific word used in this passage

From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker

From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

an important story-specific word used in this passage

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

an important story-specific word used in this passage

From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

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From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading 57 The burglar brought from under his mattress a box, which he handed to the little girl 61 EDITHA’S BURGLAR.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading _ILLUSTRATED BY_ HENRY SANDHAM.

except for; apart from

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

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From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

an important story-specific word used in this passage

From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

a story-specific word describing an important person, object, action, or idea in this passage

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

an important story-specific word used in this passage

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

an important story-specific word used in this passage

From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading 57 The burglar brought from under his mattress a box, which he handed to the little girl 61 EDITHA’S BURGLAR.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

at the time that

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

in or at the place that

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

which person or people

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

in the company of; together with

From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

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From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

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From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I think mrs Burnet writs lovely storys I wrote her a letter and sent it away to paris and told her so and asked her if she wold hurry and write another story just as quick as she could I am looking for an anser everyday.

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

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From this reading I like to write letters but I like to get the ansers still better I am going to play Editha in boston for two weeks and I will ask my mamma to let me come to your store and see all of the butiful things I used to come every day when I was in boston last winter your little frend Elsie Leslie 72 West 92 Street New York City (_Written by Elsie Leslie Lyde, the original Editha, eight years old._) PAGE Editha _Frontispiece_ She spent most of her time in the library reading her papa’s big books 13 Through the newspapers she found there were men who lived by breaking into people’s houses 17 “Never mind about the burglars, Nixie” 21 “The burglars, Miss, that broke into number eighteen last night” 25 “Kitty,” he said, “I am obliged to go to Glasgow” 29 “Don’t be frightened,” she said, “I don’t want to hurt you” 33 He laughed so hard, that he doubled up 37 “It’s curious that you should know just where to look for things,” said Editha 41 “To think o’ me forgettin’ my card-case,” he said 45 Editha came slowly down the staircase with her treasures 49 He threw his head very far back, which was vulgar 53 “To think of her risking her dear little life to save me!”

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.

belonging to the person or people being spoken to

From this reading Dear Mr Jordan Marsh & Co Mamma has left it for me to deside if I will let you have my picture for your book I think it wold be very nice. wont it seem funny to see my very own picture in Editha like the little girl that used to be in st Nickolas.