The Adventures of Jerry Muskrat
Chapter 12: “A Hunt for Trouble”
by Thornton W. Burgess
A group of the animals, led by Grandfather Frog and Jerry Muskrat, went to see what was stopping the Laughing Brook. They are joined by Ol’ Mistah Buzzard.
A group of the animals, led by Grandfather Frog and Jerry Muskrat, went to see what was stopping the Laughing Brook. They are joined by Ol’ Mistah Buzzard.
When in disgrace with Fortune and men’s eyes
A story of a prince that escapes from his father and proves himself in battle with the help of three magical apples.
Elinor tells Marianne of the Colonel’s story, and though Marianne is now convinced of Willoughby’s guilt, it does not ease her mind.
Three kittens are dressed up for a tea-party and set out to play cleanly, but end up losing their clothes to the ducks, which started with Tom Kitten losing his buttons. Mother cat finds them w/o clothes and sends them upstairs so as not disturb her tea-party, but they keep playing and make noise. The ducks eventually lose the clothes, which fall off for lack of buttons and sink into the pond.
Brutus and Cassius' allegiance is tested. Brutus receives a message from Messala. As Cassius marches his troops into battle, Brutus is visited by an unexpected guest.
A short story about a robin who flies north in the springtime, builds a nest for his mate, and migrates south for the winter.
The Tin Man save the Mouse Queen and she, in turn saves the Lion.
David and Tommy Traddles are called to the Micawber home.
The author's speech at the Atlanta Exposition allows for even more opportunity for increased exposure and development of the Tuskegee Institute, but the it is not without it's detractors.
When to the sessions of sweet silent thought
The reunited crew of the Curlew slowly continue their voyage towards land.
The author explains a letter written to him by Dorothy telling him that there will be no more communication with Oz. The author bids farewell and good luck to Dorothy and her friends.
Thy bosom is endeared with all hearts
An innocent squirrel accused of stealing nuts is forced down a hole in a tree, where he meets a friendly chipmunk.
After his mother told him the story about the tortoise and the hare, Little Bear became boastful. His father challenged him to race Grandpa Tortoise and after becoming distracted, Little Bear lost the race.
Mrs. Muskrat calls a convention of all the animals that live at the Smiling Pool and the Laughing Brook. She tells them about the traps and they all agree to talk to Great-Grandfather Frog.
George Washington's fourth Annual Address to Congress (now known as the State of the Union Address).
Beth divulges a secret to Jo concerning her health.
Silver is amused by Jim and confides that his men are close to mutiny. He tells Jim to play the hostage to prevent his men from attacking and then tells him that Livesey has given him the map.
Dobbin's and George's friendship is further explained.
The author shares some of his Christmas experiences and memories regarding the meaning of the Christmas tree.
Mordaunt Heatherstone sends a note to Jack telling him that they have promised their father that they will not leave the house until after October 5th.
Thomas Jefferson's second Annual Address to Congress (now known as the State of the Union Address).