FOREWORD

THIS little book is, the author believes, fully in accord with the times in its aim and spirit, which is to further good citizenship; civic betterment; cleanliness; economy; the conservation of human life, happiness, and efficiency, both of one's self and of others; and to assist in reducing to some degree the terrible waste of life, limb, and effort resulting from thoughtlessness and carelessness. Childhood is the appropriate time for teaching the virtue of carefulness, thoughtfulness, helpfulness, and consideration for others. A reasonable care for one's own safety and well-being is an essential element for proper helpfulness to others. Any teaching of selfish disregard for the safety of others has been avoided.

Thanks are due to the various municipal departments of New York City, to the Brooklyn Rapid Transit Co., to Walter H. Bennett, State Fire Marshal of Illinois, and to Dr. B. B. Mosher, of Brooklyn, for photographs used in the book.

L. M. W.