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"I presume he intended to meet you at the settlement You will no doubt find him at the tavern; if not, I will tell him of your arrival, for my way leads through the mines." "Thank you, sir. My brother's name is John Borlan." "I am somewhat acquainted with him," said Mr. Kuger, "though in this region of strange names we call him Jack. My name is Thomas Ruger."
President Grant took precautions against disturbance by strengthening the military forces at the points in the South where violence was most feared; and on the 10th of November, three days after the Presidential election, he sent to General Sherman, commanding the Army, the following memorable dispatch: "Instruct General Auger in Louisiana and General Ruger in Florida to be vigilant with the force at their command to preserve peace and good order, and to see that the proper and legal boards of canvassers are unmolested in the performance of their duties.
Ruger rode into the only street in the village, his approach was heralded, and the Ten Milers, who were waiting for Watson's return, filed out of the Miners' Home, and took stations in the street. Mr. Ruger took note of this demonstration, and, with a very business-like air, examined the contents of his holsters.
Borlan, believing it to be his duty, as client, to aid his counsel in the defense, went in gladly. Still it was quite warm; also somewhat smoky from the powder that had been burned; likewise noisy. Not so noisy, however, that Mr. Borlan could not hear his counsel say: "Clear yourself, Borlan! My horses are down at the ford!" Mr. Borlan followed the advice of his counsel, and Mr. Ruger followed Mr.
Where everybody lives in a glass-house the victory is to him who throws the adroitest stone. Mr. McLean was readier witted than most, but the gentle, slow Virginian could be a master when he chose. "Tommy has been recountin' his wars up at the Taylors'," he now told the camp. "He has frequently campaigned with General Crook, General Miles, and General Ruger, all at onced.
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