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As for Captain Cy he spent many evening hours , after the rest of his household was in bed , poring over catalogues of toys and books , and the orders he sent to the big shops in Boston were lengthy and costly . The little girl 's eyes opened wide when she saw the stocking and the treasures heaped on the floor . She sat in her `` nighty '' amidst the wonders , books , and playthings in a circle about her , and the biggest doll of all hugged close in her arms . Captain Cy , who had arisen at half past five in order to be with her on the great occasion , was at least as happy as she . `` Like 'em , do you ? '' he asked , smiling . `` like 'em !