Mignon; or, Bootles' Baby

Captain Algernon Ferris, also known as Bootles, is a serious cop at Idleminster. One day he has a headache that interrupts his game of whist, only to find a baby at the station who is able to cure it with its coos. Fun and whimsical hijinks with the rest of the officers ensue. You will love reading how Bootles solves the mystery of the baby's mother and home.