Everett T. Tomlinson

“ Jacob had not appeared since the interview in the barn, and Robert was left to his own meditations. Before his supper had all been eaten he had decided that he would remain where he was for a part of the night anyway. His horse had had a hard day and needed a rest, and even if Claudius Brown's gang was in the vicinity, his own safety would be increased if he was with a friend instead of trying to make his way in the darkness over an untried and unfamiliar road. ”

“ As Russell started toward the well, Jacob quietly entered the house. In a moment his manner had changed completely, and instead of the lazy appearing, lawless man that he had been a moment before, he was now alert and the expression of his face had become keen and eager. Stepping softly from his hiding-place, Robert held up his hand warningly as the landlord approached, and Jacob quickly nodded his head in token that he understood.
"They 'll see yer horse, but Josh is such a lunkhead he may not know it," whispered Jacob. "They 're after you though, and no mistake." ”

“ In a moment Jacob Gunning appeared, coming from the barn at the boisterous summons, and, almost fascinated by what he saw, Robert still peered forth from behind the door and listened intently to what was being said.
"Well, Jake, got a bite for us?" roared Josh.
"I never turned ye away empty yet, did I?" replied the landlord.
"Jake, we 're looking for a man," broke in Russell. "Have you seen him?" ”