Wausau pilot. [volume] (Wausau, Wis.) 1896-1940, 1906-03-20
CHAPTER XI.

pause, but waving the saber triumphant
~, shot forward at a much greater speed.
CHAPTER XI.
Marion's brigade was moving toward
Rocky Greek. To John Henderson 1t
was most agreeable march, for he rode
beside Kate Martin, and her silvery voice
sounded to him like the sweetest music.
To her peerless beauty he had added the
idea of her heroism. which had been ex-
cmplifed by her daring conduct on the
night previous. The pastors fair and
brave daughter could not rise much in
the estimation of Henderson; so far as
his opinion was concerned she alseady
stood On the pinnacle of female perfec-
ton.
While the gallant Henderson is drink
ing in the soft enchantment of Kate
Forstall fares and follow his movements
for a short time.
the voice of Ben Rowan was less fire.
quentl, heard. An unwonted taciturnity
had fallen upon him since the "pulver-
jZing" scene had transpired, and Frank
was lett more to his own reflections. The
though occurred to him when he saw
Henderson so pleasantly engaged with
Kate Martin that a friendly chat with
Ruth Strickland would be exceedingly
agreeable. This idea induced him to ask
permission of Capt. Logan for an hour 5
absence in order that theory and prac-
tice might be tremendously blended. The
captain consented, though somewhat re-
In flyy haonTua ha = e.
for people to be riding about the country
alone when the Tories were so much on
the alert and so full of mischief Con-
siderations of this nature, however, had
but little influence with Forstall. Cast
ing a parting glance at Henderson, he
fell out of the ranks of the brigade, and
taking a cross road, gaIloped toward the
residence of Ruth Strickland.
He resolved, most firmly and seriously.
to make that declaration which had more
than once trembled upon his fearful
tongue. Full of this daring, and to him
momentous conception, he urged his horse
forward. Forstall became entirely OBJ
Iivious to all party distinctions and en-
tirely forgetful of all personal hazard /;
the image of Ruth Strickland was the
only distinct idea in his brain. A ire
mendous clatter burst suddenly upon his
ears. He heard the report of carbines
and loud shouting, and the din increas-
ed AID approached rapidly.
Frank was aroused from his reverie
and prudently refined in his horse into a
small copse by the wayside. In the course
of five or six minutes a body of horse
men, about fifteen in number, appeared
in view; their steeds gave abundant indi-
cations of being overridden, and their
riders were laboring under some strong
excitement.
Forstall was at loss at first to know
whether they were Wings or Tories, but
very soon their angry EXPLANATIONS en-
lightened him; they were Tories.
Its no use to spoil our horses ~ ex-
claimed one. ''The fellow has got away
fairly we can't overtake him."
Pm sorry for like to see the rogues
dance OH nothing" replied another.
When a few yards beyond Forstalrs
hiding place the whole party stopped and
turned their horses heads in the contrary
direction.
I'm tell you the only thing that can
end this war;" added the individual who
had last spoken. ITS hangin'!'
That's my opinion" responded several
of the band, fiercely. String em I'D ;
nothin' else will answer. We're too ten
der hearted, that's the trouble. We must
hang 'em whether they have taken pro-
lection or not. What's the difference be-
tween the Teller who has taken protec-
tion and then fights u.s. and the chap as
hasn't and fights us? For my part, i
can't see no odds"
ITS all the same" said another.
Serve EN- all alike, and then justice
will be done. 1t appears to me we ought
to look roTnd here in the bushes to see
If the feiiCw hasn't hid himself some
where. I thought i heard noise out
there on the right"
The person who made this observation
moved toward the spot where ForstalI
was concealed. Discovery was inevitable
and instant; the Tories shouted with ex-
ultation as Frank pat spurs to his horse
and fed toward the Neck. while dozen
carbines were levelled at his person. His
horse heing a good one. soon distanced his
pursuers, and he was eopgratulating him
self on the prospect of escape when
things assumed new aspect. He had
proceeded about a mile and half when
an abrupt turn TO the road revealed to
his astOnished eyes another body of dra-
goons drawn up in the road. Just be-
fore them lay the body of a man. and
close by was a riderless horse, nipping
unconeernedly the grass by the roadside.
Before Fcrstall had fairly taken in the
nit n l.
CT the Tories, and many sabers were rails
ed to cut him down.
Hold. men " cried Cunningham. Not
so fast, my lads. Well do better than
that.
Forstall drew his saber and defended
himself vigorously. inficting several
wounds, but the odds against him were
so overpowering he was soon disarmed
and a prisoner.
face before, young man." said an officer.
scrutinizing Frank pretty closely.
Il think you have, sir; was at Brit
toms Neck with Gen. Marion" said
Frank, sarcastically.
Such illusions as those will prove
very unfortunate for you, my fine fell
low retorted Major Gainey angrily.
When the vicissitudes of war placed
you in our hands you were we'll treated
and had nothing to complain of, / be-
lieve," added FoTstall.
What is your name, young MANI"
asked Cunningham.
Zone that has never been dishonored
ty cruelty. cowardice or meanness.
am called Forstall," replied Frank.
Cunningham Immediately said some