As We See It (Paperback)

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1910 edition. Excerpt: ...death. Rattles noticed the movement and signaled DeVaux to follow, which he did, remarking: "You fellows shall have no secrets from the rest of us. Overley, tell us about this sad affair." "No, I cannot," said Malcolm; "your friend here has kept in touch with the case; let him tell you." Abe was conscious of the solemn manner in which Malcolm spoke; also of the solemn faces about him. He sank upon the ground in an attitude that College boys know well, and said: ' Fellows, I am ready to be crucified.' The Tennesseean began by saying: "Overly, you may be crucified before I have related all that I know of this affair, but you must bear up like a man. We employed a man to go to your home to learn the facts. We learn that during your father's absence your mother and sister were " "Lynched " yelled Abe, as he bounded to his feet and grasped the Tennesseean by the shoulder in a grip that caused him great pain, but which he bore without flinching. Abe's manner and appearance were so changed that his friends feared for his reason. His eyes bulged from their socket?, they seemed to flash fire. He looked a full foot taller. His hands worked convulsively. His neck was swollen. He did not seen to breathe. He looked the very incarnation of the avenging demon. This was a terrible tableau, lasting for several moments. All stood looking at Abe in awe. They were conscious he would wreak a terrible vengeance when his time for vengeance came. Finally, Abe sat down and said: "Fellows, I will listen, but I see the whole thing now. I know that my mother and my sister were both killed. By whom? Why were they killed 1 Why was I not told at once? Malcolm, why did you keep this from me all these weeks? Their murderers may have escaped by this time." ' No, they are awaiting...