The spirit of democracy. [volume] (Woodsfield, Ohio) 1844-1994, 1854-09-27
Jacob and the Doctor.

DR.. B. used to relate some humorous
anecdotes of an eccentric character who
lived in the old Granite State. The indi.
vidual, said the Doctor, had a quaint way
in drawling out his words. and the grave
manner which he always assumed, was
enough to excite the risibilities of stole.
On q certain day number OF individuals
had assembled at the village corner to-
drink, chat. swap horses, &C., when sud-
denly this curious original made his ap
pearance. and stepping up to an old ac-
quaintance--said he,
''Mr. S. can't you lend me your horse a
little while?''
.'How long do you want him?" said the
owner OF the animal
"Oh, only few minutes" responded
the strange genius.
s.You may have him, said Mr.. S., "for
half an hour"
"Very well, very well, thank you. sir. =
replied our brave hero, as he mounted the
nimble animal and trotted away, towards
the tabitation OF DIR. Il, noted ply
sician, who had recently moved into town.
On arriving al the Dr.'s. he INQUIRED Of Il
d
SIS the doctor at home2'
HE is over to Mr. C.'s,' said the young
ster.
's'Thank ye. sir" replied Jacob, our he,
ro S name, as he galloped away. Blu, be-
fore arriving at sir. C::'s he me: the Doctor
on his way home, and wheeling suddenly
around he beckoned the Doctor 10 follow
Jacob whipped up and the Doctor spurred
on; but the Doctors horse being swiiter
footed. he soon came up with Jacob, and
vocferated in a hurried manner,
"Wha,'s the matter? what's the matter
sir?" - $50
"Drive on Doctor, drive on Doctor
said Jacob, at the same time urging his
horse forward with all his might.
whats the matter? what's the matter,
sir?'
"Drive on. drive on. Doctor" said our
hero, who. John Gilpin like, laid hold OF the
horse S main trying to outstrip the Doctor
On arriving at a corner of the road, Ja'
cob suddenly reined in; and observed to
the Doctor that he might 60 in there
pointing to house.
The Doctor quickly dismounted, drag
ging his saddle-b bags with him, and bolted
suddenly into the house without ceremony
whilst Jacob slowly rode away. The Doc
tors sudden presence frightened. almos
out Of her wits, a nevous lady who was
sweeping near the door.
"What's the matter here2 who's sick
said the Doctor.
Nobody sick here. sir" said the ole
lady, who had dropped her broom in hel
fright. and stood trembling.
''Is any one sick in the other house?'
said the Doctor. hurridly.
mo sir, no, that know Of" said The
old lady.
"Then have been outra2eously impo
sed upon," said he. al have driven my
horse at such rate fear he is spoiled
After little chat to subdue the old lady!
fright the Doctor rode back to the villag.
corner. to find the author OF the mischief
when 10! there he stood. with all the gravity
OF Judge about to sentence a criminal Il
the gallows. -" p
The Doctor rode up to him, and in ar
| imperious tone demanded the meaning o
such imposition.
Jacob. putting on long face. drawlet
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out that he meant no imposition.
"Well, sir" retorted the Doctor, 81 mus
have an explanation" e A4'
"Why sir" said Jacob, "didn't yo,
know that good horsemanship was goot
qualification for Doctor! and though
I'd try your skill and now I'm we'll salts
fed with your riding, can recommendiy'
as good doctor in that respect" aei
..But sir, said the Doctor. who coult
scarcely command his risibiities. at ia
cob's way of talking. '.l'shall recover dam
ages Of you for this g
30, no. guess you cant &c. nothing.
drawled out Jacob.
! "But did you not tell me TO 60 in at suci
house, said the Doctor. Baa .i.a9
II told youtthat you might 60 in" sait
Jacob. eyou could have done as you pleas
ed about it." Sa 49, 8
The Doctor finding the character of th'
genius he had to deal with, quietly with
drew. hall balancing between rage am
laughter. On inquiring about this oddity
he laughed heartily at the trick. and fire.
quenty told the story with greet relish.-
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