The Blockade Runner — page 196: what you’re looking at

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THH BLOCKADE RUNNER. sae A 7 “Yes, go!” cried the young girl, springing toward him, and laying:a white band on his arm. “ For heaven’s sake, sir, carry out father’s instructions. We must let the authorities search the house.” “Ain't you going to open the door?’ assailed the ears of all before bentham could reply. “Yes, sir,’ said the daughter, then adding to Bentham, in a low tone: “To the tunnel—quick! You have not a moment to lose!” The young gunner was about to obey despite his inclinations, which were to stay and fight it out with the men on the outside, when a heavy body fell against the door and a loud voice exclaimed : “We can’t parley all night. Business is business. The Yankee gunner shall not escape us!” “No!” grated Bentham; “the Yankee gunner will stay and show his hand. Here, Jupe, stand ready to give these fellows a warm reception when they come in.” The giant negro sprung forward with an ejaculation of eagerness, while the cheeks of the Unionist and his daughter grew pale. The next moment the door was heavily thumped the second time, the lock gave way, and, as it flew open, a tall, heavily-bearded and dark-faced man fell headlong into the room. , Others promptly succeeded him until, in a moment, six had entered. “We want that infamous Yankee gunner!” cried the head intruder, as he faced the Unionist. ‘“ We are Confederate sailors, and “f “Jam here!” interrupted Bentham, presenting his revolver so near the ruffian’s face that he started back Comichdoo S (©) “3