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So up, Senor Avertruz, and lie there." At which, he hoists the ostrich by the gauchos called "avertruz" to the croup of his recado; where, after a rapid manipulation of cords, the bird is made fast, beyond all danger of dropping off. This done, he springs upon his horse's back, and then looks out to see which direction he should now take.
"Avertruz, maldito!" he exclaims, terms in the gaucho vernacular synonymous with "ostrich, be hanged!" adding, as he continues to gaze hopelessly around, "I wish I'd let the long-legged brute go its way. Like as not, it'll hinder me going mine, till too late. And if so, there'll be a pretty tale to tell! Santissima! whatever am I to do?
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