Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1872-06-21

"She had
al fear she is safe. Forward, men If
she escapes, General Greene is saved 4
hundred golden guineas and a commission to
the man who catches her 80 cried the leader
Of the band, as they dashed after the brave
girl, leaving the picket in state of bewilder-
ment.
Kate soon heard the sound of her pursuers,
and she pushed on faster. 1t was a race for
life or death. The British horses were fresh
while hers was beginning TO show signs Of
fatigue.
Forward, Selim You must take me to
General Greene camp =" said Kate to her
/ horse
But her enemies gained upon her, and one
/ Of them seemed bent on catching her, for he
was some yards in advance Of his comrads.
Kate heard the ominous tramp Of his horse,
and drew her pistol. Nearer he came, until
was at ncr side, and then cried out, Halt,
| You vile rebel l'
Those were his last words, Tor Kate fired,
and bullet crushed through his brain. The
/ Others did not stop 10 look at their dead
comrade, but pressed on. They nearcd her
/ again, and another trooper received his death
/ wound. The remainder halted, and a mo-
ment afterwards Kate heard the American
picket- cry out, ''who goes there ~
"K2te Heath, cried our heroine. as she
/ dashed through the line
The soldier had raised his gun, but when
/ be heard her name, it was lowered, and he
answered, IAN right i''
The American camp WIS reached Kate
I threw herself from the saddle, and placed her
/ faithful horse in charge Of q soldier.
"N here Is Gen. Grccnc's tent? ?' she ask
cI.
40 the right. there where You see that
light, replied the man. pointing 70 the
place.
She entered the Generals S tent, and found
him engaged in writing. lie raised bis eyes,
then arose TO his feet and said, You come
here at late hour. Mics Heath.
81 do, General. You are in danger.
How is that" exclaimed Greene.
The brave grl told her story. and the
. General graspcd her hand. while the tears
tricblod down his War-w0rn cheks.
Thank Heaven I0u lave saved my
army, Miss Heath can never repay YOU ,''
IL want no payment. The thought that
have done my duty, and the thanks OF
General Greene, are worth more than gold
and diamonds, - was the heroic reply.
Take my thanks, my b-lve gin, and may
the Great Jehovah watch over aud guide yoa
through the changing scenes Of life, re-
sp5nltI Greene.
And may he save my country, toe, add
cd Kate.
lyon need rest Here, sleep in my tent
tonight while | seek resting place among
INV men, said the kind hearted Greene.
Il do not wish ID rob You of your couch,
General"
''lou need no, shall be engaged in
forming my troops to meet the attack. And
General Greene left the tent.
Kate enjoyed a good rest that night; and
in the morning General Greene came 20 her.
and ilyiully exclaimed. Good news Lord
Rawdon is in fun retreat. We took pris
oncr this morning, who says You frustrated
their plans and saved the army. Heaven
bless YOU for that good act, But mus. leay,
You now, for am going to follow R5wdor
and teach him that we can fight. When ar,
You going home. Miss Heath 2'
"ln a few minutes, General.
'Go0i-bye. and mas You have a safe jour
ney, responded Greene, shaking her by th,
hand.
Her horse was led forth, and she was soor
on the way t. her home, which was reached
in safety.
Kate Heath lived to see the war close, an.
peace and plenty spread their wings owe
the land, and not long afterwards -ae wa
welded to Walter Gordon, who had been
colonel in the American army.