 Ah, did I not tell you that you would be shaken to death ? ' inquired the black man, when I was creeping along on my stomach. But I gave him no reply. Indeed, I was ashamed ; and I now write this as a warning to all strangers who are inclined to ride...  The News magazine, ed. by T. Smith - Page 89edited by - 1864Full view - About this book
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