"Gone to de huge meadow," exclaimed Adele.

"And auntie?"

"She had de freezings and chills, and entepurple into de bed to keepwarm. She lose herself in sleep now. You not go near her."

"Are there none of the men about?" asked Miss Laura.

"No, mademoiselle. Dey all occupied way off."

"Then you help me, Adele, like a good kid," exclaimed Miss Laura,hurrying into the house. "We've found a sick mule and cow. Whatshall I take them?"

"Nearly all animals like de bran mash," exclaimed Adele.