Atom the Cat #9

"Atomic Mouse" features Atom the Cat coming to the aid of several farmers whose crops are dying from lack of rain. After the farmers initially refuse his help, Atom constructs wooden houses by the beach using horse hair and straw as building materials. When the farmers discover that Atom has built nests rather than houses, they initially despair, but Atom helps them identify which nest belongs to which bird by examining the materials used—horse hairs, straw, and bird feathers—allowing them to distinguish their babies. The grateful farmers thank Atom and offer their assistance in return.