Jim Wolf and the Cats
Author
Mark
Twain
Appeared in
The Birds and Beasts of Mark Twain
Story Summary
On a two cent bet, Jim Wolf climbs out on an icy roof in pursuit of two old tom cats arguing atop the chimney. Jim gets within reach of one of the Toms but when he stands to grab it his feet fly up and down he slides landing in the hot-candy dishes at the party below.