In the Sunk Lands — page 276: what you’re looking at

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IN THE SUNK LANDS. 259 worse for being left alone—and then held a consultation. ‘‘The money ought to be placed in Jim- merson’s hands at once,’ said Bob. ‘‘ We’ve been here nearly a month; had plenty of shooting ; trouble enough for double our number, and I propose we start for home.” ‘“ There’s pelts enough,” said Sammy. It never took the Quartette long to make up their minds. In less than an hour Loafer had been harnessed, the pelts tied and loaded into the wagon with Patty and Brute. Sammy placed the money carefully in an inside pocket, promised to be back early next morning, mounted, and we watched them until they disappeared amid the laby- rinth of trees. scomichbooks (E(@)