19 MAY 1979, Page 37

Pouring the milk out Stevie's hands trembled At the sound of thunder.

'It's the Devil,' she said, And making the sign of the cross she cried, 'In the name of Father, Son and Holy Ghost, Limb of Satan, avaunt.'

But the Devil roared defiantly.

'It was wrong of St Michael,' Stevie said, `To banish the Devil from Heaven And allow him to roam the earth While he and his Angels Enjoyed the peace of Heaven.'

'Oh, Stevie, do cheer up And drink your coffee.' But Stevie was thinking, Not drinking. (W.A. Payne)