USHES By _Emily Carter_ 23 (Missing)

THE BASKET OF APPLES By _Uncle Sam_ 25

CHRISTMAS (_Music by T. Crampton_) 32

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A BRAIN AND NERVE FOOD.

Vitalized Phos-phites

(This differs from all other tonics because it is composed of the
nerve-giving principles of the ox brain and wheat germ.) It gives
vitality to the insufficient growth of children; feeds the brain and
nerves; prevents fretfulness; gives quiet rest and sleep. An ill-fed
brain learns no lessons, and is excusable if peevish. Restless infants
are cured in a few days. For sale by Druggists, or mail, $1.00.

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EDITOR'S PORTFOLIO.

*** "The Nursery" is fortunate, not only in being in charge of its
original editors, but in retaining the good will and hearty co-operation
of its most valued contributors.

*** Among these the name of Marian Douglas deserves special mention. We
present a capital poem from her pen, and are promised a series of a
similar character, one of which will appear in each number during the
year. The name of George Cooper is also endeared to our readers by his
charming verses. A poem by him is given in this number, and we have
others in store. George S. Burleigh, Emily Carter, Jane Oliver, Mary N.
Prescott, and other favorites contribute to our table of contents.

*** Some choice things that came too late for this issue will appear in
future numbers. Poems by Mrs. M.D. Brine, illustrated by her sister,
Miss Northam, poems and sketches by Josephine Pollard, Clara Doty Bates,
and others, are among the treasures held in reserve.

=The Yearly Volume of "The Nursery" for 1880 is now ready. Sent by mail,
postpaid, for $1.75.=

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=THE NURSERY PUBLISHING CO.,=

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Whether in prose or verse, are adapted with the greatest care to the
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