Dodge, Mary Mapes, 1830-1905 · [New York : Scribner & Co.] · leaf 117
ed a hard one. Nevertheless, he at oncestarted for the shed to get the lawn-mower. Onthe way an idea came to him, and he proceededto carry out the thought. Grandfather was enjoying a little nap whenthe sound of the lawn-mower and Roberts cheerywhistle awoke him. He looked out of the win-dow at the… … but a saddle placed on the ground was his firstcradle, and he has spent the greater part of histen years in the stirrups or on the bare backs ofmustangs. Although only ten years of age, Texas Jack hasacquired a reputation both as a rider and roper,and has won many prizes at round-ups and…
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