THE PROVIDENT WIFE.

A TAILOR dying said to his wife, who was plunged in tears, "My dear,

don't let my death afflict you too much. I would recommend you to marry

Thomas, our foreman; he is a good lad and a clever workman, and would

assist you to carry on the trade." "My love," answered the disconsolate

dame, "make yourself easy on that score, for Tom and I have settled the

matter already."

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