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But when a loud hallo brought no sign, even from Tige, he jumped off and went to investigate the silence. "There ain't a single soul here," he announced, "and that's funny, too. They always leave Tige to watch the place, you know or they did before I went on rodeo." "They do yet," said Jack. "Only Mrs. Jerry never goes anywhere. She stays at home to watch their garden.
The Barlows lived much nearer Clarksville than did the Kendalls, though upon a different road, and the young men had a long and round-about drive ere they reached their destination. As they entered the driveway two large dogs came bounding toward them, growling fiercely. "Look out thar, boys, ye do n't git dog-bit!" shouted a voice. "Here Lion, here Tige; commir, ye varmints! What d 'ye mean?
"You all know what a 'round-up' of cattle is, so I need not explain. Once a man down south was going to have one, and he and his boys and friends were talking it over. There was an ugly, black steer in the herd, and they were wondering whether their old yellow dog would be able to manage him. The dog's name was Tige, and he lay and listened wisely to their talk.
Indians!" she said. The dog growled and showed his teeth. It was only necessary to mention Indians to arouse his ire. "The dog has been uneasy of late," continued Colonel Zane "He found the Indian tracks before Wetzel did. You know how Tige hates Indians. Ever since he came home with Isaac four years ago he has been of great service to the scouts, as he possesses so much intelligence and sagacity.
Tom's courage was equal to the occasion, and he levelled a blow at the head of the bull dog, which, if it had hit him fairly, must have smashed in his skull. As it was, the blow was a heavy one, and Tige retreated; but the shouts of the squire rallied him, and he rushed forward to the onslaught again.
This afternoon Tige and I saved a big buck from a pack of wolves. The buck came right up to me. I could have touched him. This storm is sending the deer down from the hills." "You are right. It is too bad. Severe weather like this will kill more deer than an army could. Have you been doing anything with your traps?" "Yes, I have thirty traps out."
Delvigne's arm was accordingly supplied to the Chasseurs d'Orléans, and in their hands served the desired purpose. The matchlock met its match. Under M. Delvigne's system, however, the ball was not always well forced into the grooves. The tige, too, made cleaning difficult: it often got crooked, and it sometimes broke off.
God knows how lonely the poor child was when she drew the dog so warmly to her heart: not for his master's sake alone; but it was all she had. He grew tired at last, and whined, trying to get out. "Will you go, Tige?" she said, and opened the window. He jumped out, and she watched him going towards town. Such a little thing, it was! But not even a dog "called her nearest and best."
Some day he will go off on one of these long jaunts and will never return. That is certain. The day is fast approaching when a man like Wetzel will be of no use in life. Now, he is a necessity. Like Tige he can smell Indians. Betty, I believe Lewis tells you so much and is so kind and gentle toward you because he cares for you." "Of course Lew likes me.
Ever since he has evinced a hatred of Jonathan, and if I should leave Tige alone with him there would be a terrible fight. But for that I could allow Caesar to run free about the yard." "He looks bright and sagacious," remarked Alfred. "He is, but sometimes he gets into mischief. I nearly died laughing one day.
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