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Marjorie appeared disappointed, and Florence drew down the corners of her mouth to hide a smile. Before anything further could be said they were reminded of the baby’s presence by a sudden cry. Daisy dashed up stairs at once, with Marjorie and Florence at her heels.

“Oh, she’s adorable!” exclaimed Marjorie, for she was a girl who loved babies under any circumstances, even when they cried.

Daisy lifted the little girl tenderly in her arms, and the wails instantly ceased.

“And her name’s Elizabeth—the same as Mrs. Remington’s!” she remarked, referring to the former, beloved captain of Pansy Troop.

“That settles it!” announced Marjorie, emphatically. “Now we have to adopt her. The old senior patrol will do it!”

“Wonderful!” cried Daisy, kissing the baby on both cheeks.

“But how?” demanded Florence, abruptly.

“Earn the money, of course!” answered Marjorie.

“But you know we can’t, Marj!” insisted Florence. “Do be practical. Think how scattered we are.”

“Yes, I know,” admitted the other, slowly. “I’ll think hard, though, and maybe have something to suggest by tomorrow.”