Now in our last book, "The Bobbsey Twins in the Country," we told
about the trip to Meadow Brook in the Pullman car, and how Snoop, the
kitten, got out of his box, and had some queer experiences. This time
our friends were traveling in the car with the ordinary passengers,
and, of course, as Bert said, there was more to be seen and the sights
were different.

"It is splendid to have so much room," declared Mrs. Bobbsey, for Nan
and Flossie had a big seat turned towards Bert and Freddie's, while
Dinah had a seat all to herself (with some boxes of course), and
Mr. and Mrs. Bobbsey had another seat. The high-back, broad plush
seats gave more room than the narrow, revolving chairs, besides, the
day coach afforded so much more freedom for children.

"What a cute little baby!" exclaimed Nan, referring to a tiny tot
sleeping under a big white netting, across the aisle.

"We must be quiet," said Mrs. Bobbsey, "and let the little baby sleep.
It is hard to travel in hot weather."

"Don't you think the duck should have a drink?" suggested Mr. Bobbsey.
"You have a little cup for him, haven't you, Freddie?"

"Yep!" answered Freddie, promptly, pulling the cover off Downy's box.

Instantly the duck flew out!

"Oh ! oh! oh!" yelled everybody, as the little white bird went flying
out through the car. First he rested on the seat, then he tried to
get through the window. Somebody near by thought he had him, but the