| 单词 | brass buttons |
| 例句 | He knelt down and unbuttoned the brass buttons of the green coat. I Survived the American Revolution, 1776 2017-08-01T00:00:00Z Before I could answer, Daisy came out of the house and two rows of brass buttons on her dress gleamed in the sunlight. The Great Gatsby 1925-04-10T00:00:00Z She shrieked, “There he is, poor child!” and pulled me into a hug that nearly jammed the brass buttons on her jacket through my head. Lawn Boy Returns 2010-01-01T00:00:00Z The light that came from outside made ordinary objects seem important: a quill pen, a pitcher with milk, an earring, the brass buttons that were part of a straight-backed chair. Chasing Vermeer 2004-06-01T00:00:00Z Onto the shirt, she had sewn four carefully hoarded brass buttons, gleaming, each marked with the French flower that the voyageurs called fleur-de-lis. The Birchbark House 1999-07-21T00:00:00Z She wore a red dress with big brass buttons down the front. Beauty Queens 2011-05-24T00:00:00Z He let them feel the red saddle, and showed them the brass chain throat-latch on the bridle and the big brass buttons at each temple where the headstall and brow band crossed. The Red Pony 1937-01-01T00:00:00Z A blue, woolen coat with oversized brass buttons and gold-tasseled shoulders, plus an equally ridiculous hat. Challenger Deep 2015-04-15T00:00:00Z The brass buttons on Sergeant Maples’s coat, the insignia on his collar, and the badges on his chest all caught the meager courtroom light and held it. Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel 1994-09-12T00:00:00Z Their coats all had brass buttons or tinsel or piping or numbers or stripes or eagles or moons or stars dangling from them. Slaughterhouse-Five 1969-01-01T00:00:00Z Some of the floor bosses had started using adding machines, clanking things crowded with stiff brass buttons and spools of paper, but Kaz did the Crow Club tallies in his head. Six of Crows 2015-09-29T00:00:00Z I was wearing a newly altered, totally revamped military-style jacket with epaulets and brass buttons, and I’d embroidered the back, by hand; it read, in a loose script, people are strange. A Very Large Expanse of Sea 2018-10-16T00:00:00Z He looks very authoritative—even more so now in his uniform of brass buttons and blue wool—but authority and reason are two different things. Challenger Deep 2015-04-15T00:00:00Z This old man wore a blue denim coat buttoned to the throat with brass buttons, as all men do who wear no shirts. The Red Pony 1937-01-01T00:00:00Z The blue coat with brass buttons was brand new, and pride sparkled over Nat like the shiny paint on the new vessel. The Witch of Blackbird Pond 1958-12-01T00:00:00Z “Here’s your ticket,” the gruff voice said, and looking up, they found that it came from a huge Brown Bear who was wearing a coat with brass buttons and a peaked cap on his head. Mary Poppins 1962-10-27T00:00:00Z But I was so proud of my brother on the day he was sworn in, standing there in the ranks of the new officers, straightshouldered in his navy blue uniform with its glittering brass buttons. The Glass Castle 2005-03-01T00:00:00Z One of the brass buttons looks slightly flatter than those made in the Republic. Legend 2011-11-29T00:00:00Z Don Guillermo looked like an oafish policeman, right down to his elephantine ears and the brass buttons on his cuffs. Dreaming in Cuban 1992-01-01T00:00:00Z I preferred movies with dancing in them, singing, ceremonial masks, carved artifacts for making music: feathers, brass buttons, conch shells, drums. The Handmaid's Tale 1985-01-01T00:00:00Z He wore his blue army coat with the brass buttons, and he had bold, merry blue eyes. Little House in the Big Woods 1932-01-01T00:00:00Z Olympic shield emblazoned on the breast and bright brass buttons, each with a miniature shield. The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics 2014-05-27T00:00:00Z I was glad that Mother had let me wear the navy-blue winter coat with brass buttons. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings 1969-01-01T00:00:00Z And occasionally, as in a pink tweed jacket with brass buttons, the look was sleek. Special Report: Fashion: When Youth Is the Holy Grail 2011-02-21T18:27:40Z Here, a slouchy gray topcoat with an exaggerated collar; a boxy single-button blazer over black; and a military jacket with brass buttons to top the prettiest pink. | Fashion Week Special 2012-02-22T19:15:37Z Mostly white, black or red, the dresses were body-clinging gowns, many of them with racer backs and a smattering of brass buttons. | Fast Fashion: Calvin Klein: X-ray Vision 2011-09-15T21:11:04Z A military vibe ran through the show, especially at its opening, when army caps topped coats with brass buttons and geometric patterns on sweaters hinted at the constructivist art of the Russian revolutionary period. 2010-02-17T12:00:00Z He is a different proposition – two-day stubble, handsome, intelligent eyes, but overweight – in jeans, a blue blazer with four brass buttons. Spies, Chopin and a Libya rescue 2013-01-14T07:00:03Z Yet the best of the show was the freshest: military tailoring, impeccably tailored, with lines of brass buttons. Fashion Review: Comme des Gar?ons and Dries Van Noten Offer a Hint of Victoriana 2012-01-20T18:50:37Z Tailored good-girl coats or plain dresses with large brass buttons were worn with python boots. Special Report: Fashion: Prada Plays Good Girl 2011-02-24T19:05:42Z He caught the military vibe with his khaki coats, perhaps with a flash of scarlet and always double breasted with rows of small brass buttons. Special Report: Draped to Be Shaped 2010-02-21T18:30:00Z The decorations were already tarnished in 1805, and he was standing beside Hardy, who was taller and also wearing a coat with brass buttons. Nelson engages the French again as uniform goes on show in Paris 2013-03-27T16:43:00Z It has been suggested that Nelson wore a uniform with shining gilt decorations and brass buttons on the day of the battle out of vanity or bravado. Nelson engages the French again as uniform goes on show in Paris 2013-03-27T16:43:00Z I got a look as blank as the brass buttons on his blazer. Visiting Highclere, the real Downton Abbey 2014-12-31T05:00:00Z Mr. Browne, in top form, had other sports ideas, bringing in references to tennis with horizontal-striped jersey blazers with brass buttons. Special Report: Fashion: The Sporting Life 2011-06-20T11:43:45Z Ukrainian soldiers have begun to collect brass buttons yanked in haste from an officer’s uniform, or patches emblazoned with the Russian flag. ‘We have nothing’: Izium’s trauma after Russian occupation 2022-09-20T04:00:00Z Once, he recalled Father Wancura greeting him at the door wearing a blazer with brass buttons and an ascot. Scandal on a Wealthy Island: A Priest, a Murder and a Mystery 2022-02-04T05:00:00Z My interest is piqued by shiny objects: In my pockets are brass buttons, pressed coins, old brooches. Letter of Recommendation: Mudlarking 2020-04-01T04:00:00Z I remember walking around the streets wearing my army surplus 1940s band-uniform coat with brass buttons and gold ribbons. Seattle’s archives: You made this hippie’s day 2020-01-17T05:00:00Z The fiddler, Waddell recalled in one essay, “usually wore a stovepipe hat, a stock of the old style, instead of a cravat, and a spike tail coat with brass buttons.” Rhiannon Giddens and What Folk Music Means 2019-05-13T04:00:00Z Along with silver and brass buttons, broken teacups, a porcelain doll, and other artifacts from the early 1800s, four broken pipe stems were found. DNA on ancient tobacco pipe links Maryland slave site to West Africa 2019-03-15T04:00:00Z Jumpsuits in this collection feature high necklines and collars, with dark colors and brass buttons. Army veteran from Dallas area becomes clothing designer 2018-12-03T05:00:00Z The club’s colors — black, gold and white — represent the black soldiers, the brass buttons on their uniforms and the white officers. Coach who started D.C. minority hockey program is up for NHL’s community hero award 2018-06-19T04:00:00Z The brass buttons on the uniform he was issued for the army were gold plated and featured eagles. Minnesota eagle center gets eagle art collection 2018-06-17T04:00:00Z The brass buttons on the uniform he was issued for the army were gold plated and featured eagles. Minnesota eagle center gets eagle art collection 2018-06-17T04:00:00Z Barnum’s classic red ringmaster coat includes his “B” initial in gold bullion monograms and embossed brass buttons, nearly invisible to the camera. FIDM's latest exhibition of movie costumes gives visitors behind-the-seams stories 2018-02-22T05:00:00Z Then there will be some men and women in fine clean uniforms with gleaming brass buttons, and some men and women in camouflage for a terrain they are not in. Opinion | Donald Trump loves a parade 2018-02-07T05:00:00Z I swiveled around and found another penguin, Hope, tugging at my jacket's brass buttons. Always wanted to pet the penguins? This zoo will let you. 2018-01-23T05:00:00Z Parades are dedicated to watching hometown idols march down the avenue in their dress blues with polished shoes, brass buttons and white gloves hoisting the American flag high above them. An Island of Support for New York’s Police 2016-04-23T04:00:00Z “Let me talk for a minute to all the single moms who are here, who are working two or three part-time jobs,” Cruz, clad in a navy jacket with brass buttons, said at the speedway. Ted Cruz finds new allies in GOP establishment he rails against 2016-03-14T04:00:00Z Balenciaga’s cream dress, shown here, accented with a row of brass buttons, is a low-key version of the heavily hardware-embellished pieces designers showed for fall. Your Style Guide to the Pre-Fall Collections 2015-08-13T04:00:00Z The pristine, olive green, wool jacket with shiny brass buttons and matching pants adorn a blond, curly haired mannequin. eBay search yields WWII nurse’s uniform for museum exhibit 2015-02-27T05:00:00Z The olive-drab uniforms, with black ties and brass buttons were to be paid for the firefighters. Today in Arizona History 2015-02-25T05:00:00Z Afterward, Olid handed brass buttons from his old dress uniform to each songwriter and to the director of the program, Mary Judd. Vets and musicians meet to craft personal songs 2014-12-28T05:00:00Z Trina, a distant relative and my guide, points to the old mechanical cash register, its brass buttons polished by more than a century of use. The people who want their language to disappear 2014-11-01T04:00:00Z We’re wearing our dress blues, with their antiquated high collars and brass buttons. Pictures from My War 2014-09-21T04:00:00Z Unfasten your top button and start polishing the brass buttons on your blazer. Can the cravat make a comeback? 2014-08-19T04:00:00Z To the club members, the bright green garment, made of tropical-weight wool and polyester, with a rayon lining, an Augusta National logo patch on the left breast pocket and brass buttons, is a status symbol. Masters Winner Earns a Wearable, and Highly Recognizable Prize 2014-04-12T18:37:01Z The colors of the club’s team, the Fort Dupont Cannons — black, gold and white — were chosen by Henderson to represent the black soldiers, the brass buttons on their uniforms and the white officers. Fort Dupont Ice Hockey Club continues to break the mold as rare minority youth hockey program 2014-03-11T22:27:13Z They identified chlorine from the way it had discoloured brass buttons on dead soldiers' uniforms. Deadly tests by gas mask pioneer 2014-02-25T00:01:52Z Dressed in a blue blazer with brass buttons, and with a Mont Blanc watch on his wrist, he presided over the proceedings like a young prince who hopes to be king. Mugabe Seeks Zimbabwe Edge by Pressing for Black Ownership 2012-05-20T13:03:02Z "Let's take one each, and two for the girls," whispered George, tiptoeing into the room and selecting a green cloth suit, trimmed with gold braid and brass buttons. The Little Washingtons' Travels 2012-04-26T02:00:23.713Z He wore his cap and gown with the anachronistic persistency of Mr. Toole in 'The Don,' and sighed over the levity of a colleague who occasionally sported a blue coat with brass buttons. Aspects of Modern Oxford 2012-04-25T02:01:12.193Z She had never seen him till she saw him dining in pink, with brass buttons and white silk facings. Mrs. Thompson A Novel 2012-04-25T02:01:10.557Z He arrived in New York in a sailor's jacket, with brass buttons which would have been none the worse for a polish. Submarine U93 2012-04-07T02:00:34.693Z But the material of Brigham's coat is some kind of rough, gray frieze, and the garment is adorned with huge brass buttons. Modern Leaders: Being a Series of Biographical Sketches 2012-04-01T02:00:10.050Z There is no honor at all in a blue tail-coat, however, except on a gentleman of eighty, accompanied with brass buttons and a buff waistcoat. The Gentlemen's Book of Etiquette and Manual of Politeness Being a Complete Guide for a Gentleman's Conduct in all his Relations Towards Society 2012-03-30T02:00:17.867Z Lead me to the man who cashes checks, lackey, brass buttons that you are! The Mardi Gras Mystery 2012-03-24T02:00:18.017Z They were urged from the rear by polite but inflexible menials in brass buttons. A Safety Match 2012-03-19T02:00:23.817Z The greased wooden screws of a receding cable-ferry were squirming in the air like two erect snakes of silver; the brass buttons of a soldier-passenger burned like a column of flames. The White Terror and The Red A novel of revolutionary Russia 2012-03-18T02:00:21.430Z He was a regular fellow, for all his brass buttons. The Million Dollar Mystery Novelized from the Scenario of F. Lonergan 2012-03-15T02:00:21.153Z His uniform consisted principally of a badge of great size and a greasy blue coat with brass buttons. The Auto Boys' Quest 2012-03-12T03:00:25.647Z He wore a white topee and white trousers, but his coat was blue, with brass buttons, and gold lace at the shoulders. Samba A Story of the Rubber Slaves of the Congo 2012-03-07T03:00:16.567Z They affect wet places, and their little flowers, like brass buttons, are very familiar objects along our roadsides. The Wild Flowers of California: Their Names, Haunts, and Habits 2012-02-17T03:00:37.163Z They wore coats of blue or brown cloth with brass buttons, the coat-tails almost touching the heels. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 9 "Dagupan" to "David" 2012-02-11T03:03:39.807Z In a moment there was the sound of a key in the lock, the door opened, and a sober, smooth-shaven person in brass buttons stood in the door. The Maker of Opportunities 2012-01-30T03:00:18.090Z He wore a blue swallow-tail-coat with brass buttons and his hair down to his shoulders. The Turnstile 2012-01-29T03:00:09.260Z The brass buttons of her khaki colored uniform, like that of an English soldier, were gleaming in the sun. The Enemies of Women (Los enemigos de la mujer) 2012-01-02T03:00:27.980Z He was a youth of about fifteen, in blue pilot jacket with brass buttons, and a cap on the after-part of his head. Wild Life in the Land of the Giants A Tale of Two Brothers 2011-12-12T03:00:34.923Z June gathered his treasures together, a new lead pencil, an old sword hilt, some brass buttons and, best of all, a tiny goldfish in a glass jar. Captain June 2011-12-08T03:00:26.820Z By his side was a short and very stocky man with a bushy red beard and brass buttons. The Maker of Opportunities 2012-01-30T03:00:18.090Z A very popular style was a blue cloth clawhammer coat with plain brass buttons. Life Gleanings 2011-12-01T03:00:23.890Z She touched a bell that stood upon a table near by, and at once there came into the room a little boy doll, dressed in a brown suit with brass buttons. Dot and Tot of Merryland 2011-11-12T03:00:34.677Z His coat and trousers were of shepherd's plaid; the open jacket revealing a light blue waistcoat, ornamented with bright brass buttons. Miss Arnott's Marriage 2011-11-11T03:00:33Z They saw one of the peculiar brass buttons that serve to hold the loops with which a Chinese blouse is fastened. Fenn Masterson's Discovery or, The Darewell Chums on a Cruise 2011-11-07T02:00:19.467Z He was neatly dressed in a grey stripe, and wore a black-bound red waistcoat with brass buttons. In Accordance with the Evidence 2011-11-06T02:00:12.393Z These coats were ornamented with brass buttons, as were the waistcoats, which were made open in front for best, in order to show a frilled shirt breast. Bygone Cumberland and Westmorland 2011-11-01T02:00:23.027Z He wore a new red waistcoat with brass buttons, and perhaps it was in order to live up to his splendour that he made Louie an offer which she curtly declined. The Story of Louie 2011-10-26T02:00:27.053Z Miss Milly made me a dress-coat, with white ruffles at the neck and wrists, brass buttons, and a white shirt front. Daisy the autobiography of a cat 2011-10-25T02:00:24.887Z On they came, and now the waiting Americans could make out the gilt-lettered hat-bands of the bluejackets and the white cross-belts and the brass buttons on the tunics of the marines. Gentlemen Rovers 2011-10-22T02:00:27.907Z Whirling a corner into Cambridge Street, we took the bridge at a gallop, the driver shouting out something in Hibernian to a pair of waving arms and a belt and brass buttons. Atlantic Classics 2011-10-16T02:00:18.497Z A tall, big-boned man, dressed in blue serge with brass buttons on his jacket, was talking at large, and Cliffe, stopping to listen, thought the tales he told with dry Scottish humor were good. The Coast of Adventure 2011-10-03T02:00:25.810Z It was a ragged boy with a hurdy-gurdy, who had caught hold of the little twisting, mouthing creature and was already getting it into a miniature soldier's coat with brass buttons. The Rainbow Book Tales of Fun & Fancy 2011-09-18T02:00:22.467Z He wore a long, blue coat with brass buttons, an old-fashioned stock and stand-up collar, and a big white hat with an unusually broad brim. The Bradys After a Chinese Princess The Yellow Fiends of 'Frisco 2011-09-06T02:00:11.117Z He wore a long blue coat with brass buttons, an old-fashioned stock and stand-up collar, while hanging to a peg above his head was a big white felt hat with an unusually broad brim. The Bradys' Chinese Clew The Secrect Dens of Pell Street 2011-08-17T02:00:26.867Z Wallingford opened it and was confronted by a tall and stoutly built gentleman, who wore a blue helmet and numerous brass buttons upon his clothes. Get-Rich-Quick Wallingford 2011-08-11T02:00:13.017Z He had never set eyes on the brass buttons and stone walls of the law. Every Man for Himself 2011-08-09T02:00:26.920Z So we all came back, and Lady Rogerson was so splendid and looked so brave in her sombrero and brass buttons. Punch, or The London Charivari, Vol. 150, May 31, 1916 2011-08-09T02:00:23.527Z Hardly less picturesque than the brigands are the chief herdsmen called butteri, in blue jacket and brass buttons with a feather in the soft-felt Italian hat. Rome 2011-07-24T02:00:10.227Z “Bless my soul, gentlemen, I made that boy his fust suit with three rows o’ brass buttons, with marigolds stamped on ’em. Eli's Children The Chronicles of an Unhappy Family 2011-07-08T02:00:20.557Z A huge cravat, faultlessly tied, and a dark green coat, resplendent with brass buttons, were prominent features of his attire. Legends of The Kaw The Folk-Lore of the Indians of the Kansas River Valley 2011-07-01T02:00:16.500Z Forms and cerimonys are just az mutch necessary in the church az uniforms are in the field; strip an army ov its cockades and brass buttons, and it would bekum a mob. The Complete Works of Josh Billings 2011-07-01T02:00:13.387Z No brass buttons adorn your pursuer this time; but the self-appointed private citizen, now in your wake, runs as the wicked flee. How to Get Strong and How to Stay So 2011-07-01T02:00:12.520Z "This, sir," added Jehu, smacking his whip, "you will admit, is worse than selling false brass buttons and the Emperor's eagles." The International Monthly, Volume 4, No. 2, September, 1851 2011-06-14T02:00:20.590Z “What do you want?” she asked, crossly; for being an honest servant she had no fear of the blue coat and brass buttons of the law. Dangerous Ground or, The Rival Detectives 2011-06-11T02:00:11.853Z Setting up alongside the driver of it is a gentleman in blue clothes and brass buttons, which he's got a big cigar clamped betwixt his teeth and looks highly important. J. Poindexter, Colored 2011-06-11T02:00:11.257Z The young men looked handsomely in their gala uniforms of white trousers and gloves, blue coats, and caps set off with plenty of frogging and brass buttons. Witch Winnie's Mystery, or The Old Oak Cabinet The Story of a King's Daughter 2011-06-06T02:00:08.460Z The vast bulk of blue uniform and brass buttons bore down upon him. The Son of his Father 2011-06-01T02:00:21.287Z We never knew why the brass buttons were so precious. My Little Sister 2011-05-27T02:00:14.023Z I tell you, didn't all of us feel hoppin, when the feller in brass buttons told us that was all he had for us. Letters of Major Jack Downing, of the Downingville Militia 2011-05-22T02:00:13.943Z "Now, Page, be certain when you make the change at Richmond, if you have to ask any questions to ask them of a man in brass buttons." At Boarding School with the Tucker Twins 2011-05-04T02:00:13.920Z He grew very stout, and had a fine nautical presence, in blue cloth and brass buttons. A Northern Countryside 2011-04-27T02:00:22.523Z With immaculately pressed uniforms, shiny brass buttons and well-groomed horses - the British army, with predictable military precision, is preparing to play its part at the wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton. Parade precision 2011-04-26T10:11:06Z Only the two brass buttons we might never touch. My Little Sister 2011-05-27T02:00:14.023Z "Miss Muggins," says he, "you'll obleege me by dropping that air mass of brass buttons and moustaches, and dancing with me." The Orpheus C. Kerr Papers, Series 1 2011-04-21T02:00:47.647Z He was dressed like a young squire in a blue coat and brass buttons, that looked exactly like a child of Pomuchelskopp's best blue coat. An Old Story of My Farming Days Vol. II (of III). (Ut Mine Stromtid) 2011-04-14T02:00:41.313Z All had a miscellaneous supply of brass buttons distributed over their blankets. The Boy Scouts of the Air in Indian Land 2011-04-11T02:00:11.027Z In the afternoon she returned bringing a suit of bottle-green corduroy with shining brass buttons, much too large for him. McClure's Magazine, Vol. 1, No. 3, August, 1893 2011-03-20T02:00:35.193Z Bullets, brass buttons and, who knows, a few human bones from the Battle of Brooklyn? Hoping Gowanus Canal Cleanup Turns Up Old Treasures 2011-03-15T02:33:12Z As it came nearer, I discovered an eruption of brass buttons at intervals in front, and presently I observed the lineaments of a Federal face. The Orpheus C. Kerr Papers, Series 1 2011-04-21T02:00:47.647Z Pomuchelskopp came in his turn, dressed in his blue coat and brass buttons, seated in his carriage with the coat-of-arms on the panels and drawn by four horses. An Old Story of My Farming Days Vol. II (of III). (Ut Mine Stromtid) 2011-04-14T02:00:41.313Z Perhaps a funny carriage comes driving in through the gate, with two horses and a coachman and two men with bright brass buttons on their coats. My Little Boy 2011-03-12T03:00:27.087Z Pappy, he wear de tall hat with de blue uniform with brass buttons, and black, shiny boots. Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves: Volume XVI, Texas Narratives, Part 3 2011-02-25T03:01:02.913Z The captain of a precinct is frequently as poorly educated as the patrolman serving under him, and his gold braid and brass buttons are all that really differentiate him from the men he orders about. Notes of an Itinerant Policeman 2011-01-24T03:00:19.187Z "I am afraid they will guillotine thee, my beautiful actor, before I have laughed all the brass buttons off my coat at the play." Robert Tournay A Romance of the French Revolution 2011-01-06T03:00:50.873Z He wears a red waistcoat cut short and fastened with brass buttons, and a loose cloth coat ornamented with embroidered revers. The Evolution of Fashion 2011-01-06T03:00:44.710Z They soon found the clue; he had stuffed the coat in under the wood, and when they pulled it out, they found it was minus all the brass buttons. Collection of Nebraska Pioneer Reminiscences 2011-01-05T03:00:58.503Z The footman, or second man, wears the livery of the family, or, in default of that, a coat of dark color, with brass buttons, and a bright-colored striped waistcoat. The Century Cook Book 2011-01-04T03:01:10.367Z She spoke of the conductor, the conductor's blue uniform, and the big brass buttons on his uniform. We Were There at the Oklahoma Land Run 2010-12-24T03:00:29.847Z This despised note posted to Barncastle, I shall order a blue dress coat with brass buttons on it. Toppleton's Client or, A Spirit in Exile A broad-shouldered figure in a blue, many-caped coat, adorned by brass buttons, with legs stretched well before him, and hands thrust deeply in his pockets, sat alone. A Blot on the Scutcheon They were uniformed in pure white linen ornamented with brass buttons, bearing the national Hawaiian arms, and wore snow-white helmets tipped with spikes of glittering brass of the German army pattern. Under the Southern Cross or Travels in Australia, Tasmania, New Zealand, Samoa, and Other Pacific Islands Two men walked in, almost at the same time: one was a motorman, in his official clothes, brass buttons and patches around the pockets. The Window at the White Cat The conductor, in blue coat and brass buttons, promptly appears, to distribute tickets to the animated tourists. Suppers Novel Suggestions for Social Occasions It’s queer how that man, in a fancy coat, with so many brass buttons, keeps looking at me. Jessica Trent: Her Life on a Ranch "The hounds," calls out a fifth-form boy, clad in a green cutaway with brass buttons and cord trousers, the leader of the sporting interest, and reputed a great rider and a keen hand generally. Tom Brown at Rugby He wore a blue coat and brass buttons, and some one said his name was Custer and that he was a West Point cadet and belonged to the regular army. Village Life in America 1852-1872 Including the period of the American Civil War as told in the diary of a school-girl He picked up a little uniform suit of blue cloth with brass buttons. A Captured Santa Claus "Mahn," he exclaimed, pushing his peaked cap back from his grey head, and sweeping his brass buttons down with his hand; "mahn, this has fair hit me between the eyes." The Great Discovery The bridegroom was dressed in a full suit of blue cloth, the coat being decorated with brass buttons, while the bride was resplendent in a dress brilliant in color and with large figures. Wait and Hope A Plucky Boy's Luck Here are three brass buttons in my crop. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, No. V, October, 1850, Volume I. The wife, when they had retired, stepped forward, leading a little boy of seven, in a sailor suit with brass buttons and white braid. Lafcadio Hearn A dozen large beads or brass buttons will soon induce them to give him up.” Hair-Breadth Escapes The Adventures of Three Boys in South Africa It was Grant's line of battle moving forward as if on "Dress Parade," their brass buttons and steel guns with fixed bayonets glistening in the sun, with their banners floating in the breeze. From Bull Run to Appomattox Of course when the owner unburies the parcel he finds nothing in it but brass buttons. Custom and Myth New Edition Rachel had lovely curly hair and Richard wore shiny brass buttons on his jacket, and made faces. Hempfield A Novel "You wouldn't think that if you could hear what Ninety-four's men say, an', besides, there's no brass buttons on this uniform, you know." An Amateur Fireman A fellow in brass buttons at the door wanted my card and told me I would have to wait in the anteroom. Bert Wilson at Panama "What has happened here?" inquired a man with brass buttons, as he caught a glimpse of the engineer swinging himself painfully off the step to the ground behind the wreckage. Harper's Round Table, October 22, 1895 "Maybe," said Jack; "but they have uniforms and brass buttons, and burglars haven't." Harper's Round Table, August 6, 1895 Squeezed up against Christopher's arm was a stout body that looked as though it had once belonged to some elderly gentleman who liked white waistcoats and brass buttons. The Duchess of Wrexe Her Decline and Death; A Romantic Commentary All hands here have chipped in to buy a full suit like our own, with the exception of the brass buttons, and you must take it as a present from us. An Amateur Fireman Then the happy party turned into the house, and Leslie drew from the wide pocket of his blue coat with brass buttons a sheaf of letters. Her Season in Bath A Story of Bygone Days He saw the three-cornered hat vanish from the hat-boxes of the polite world, and he saw fine-coloured clothes give way to blue coats with brass buttons or coats of solemn black. English Costume The stranger wore a blue coat with brass buttons, drab breeches, and gaiters, and drummed with his fingers on the counter until he was attended to. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, No. 22, March, 1852, Volume 4. The uniform of the ticket-collectors is a peaked forage cap with gold lines, black frock-coat with brass buttons, very long in the skirt, trousers with black mohair braid, and buttoned kid boots. From Sea to Sea Letters of Travel Any metal surface, as two brass buttons, will do for the screw and nail to "click" against, a hand-pin may be made from the end of a common spool. Harper's Round Table, May 7, 1895 What else was I to do when I don’t care two brass buttons about the man? In the Whirl of the Rising The farmer was generally arrayed in a blue coat and yellow brass buttons. Christopher Crayon's Recollections The Life and Times of the late James Ewing Ritchie as told by himself His lordship is eccentric in his dress—black trousers, white cravat, buff waistcoat, blue coat and brass buttons, white stockings and shoes, compose a tout ensemble rarely seen in the House of Lords or elsewhere. Here and There in London "Suppose we were to go back to Staretta and have a talk with the sheriff or chief-of-police or constable–whatever they have there in the brass buttons line–tonight," proposed Billy. The Auto Boys' Mystery And with the plaid suit came a crimson vest with a set of brass buttons that was nearly complete. Sube Cane His favorite costume for court and senate was a blue coat with brass buttons, a buff waistcoat, and black trousers. The Child's Book of American Biography He wore a very faded blue uniform made dazzlingly bright by scores of very new brass buttons. Dorothy on a House Boat The Whig Nestor, the aged Marquis of Lansdowne, worthy of remembrance for his friendship for Tom Moore, is easily detected by his blue coat and brass buttons, that remnant of the palmy days of party. Here and There in London An old man lived in it who wore knee breeches, a coat with large brass buttons, and a wig which any one could see was a real one. Hans Andersen's Fairy Tales First Series You won’t see him again to-day, because he’s gone with Sapazani to carry five strings of beads and a couple of dozen brass buttons, which that debilitated weakling was too feeble to carry himself.” Forging the Blades A Tale of the Zulu Rebellion But his dignity had been offended by the brass buttons, and he insisted upon its being administered by one of his own sex. Neighbors Life Stories of the Other Half Around and around he turned it, standing firmly on the bottom of the “Stem,” his multitude of brass buttons glittering in the sun, and his squat figure a notable one, seen just then and there. Dorothy on a House Boat He wore a gold band round his hat and brass buttons on his coat. A Marriage at Sea Several people in the hall looked at her curiously, and a man in brass buttons asked her if he should call a cab. The Girl from Arizona Then she walked round to the store, returning immediately with a few unconsidered trifles, such as a large sheath-knife and belt, a packet of snuff and some brass buttons, also strings of beads. Forging the Blades A Tale of the Zulu Rebellion He rejoiced in a blue coat and brass buttons, and wandered about alone, picking up herbs and flowers on the mountains, which he put carefully into a tin box. Visits To Monasteries in the Levant Signor Russell, perhaps, was in some degree terrified by his own phantom, raised by the Italian organ-grinders—the apparition of himself in brown breeches, blue coat, and brass buttons. Punch - Volume 25 (Jul-Dec 1853) Winifred rang the bell, and when the door was opened by the boy in brass buttons, she walked in with the air of a person very much at home. The Children of the Top Floor Owing to the expense of brass buttons and the bother of cleaning them the S.D. frock will cease to be worn, a Cardigan taking its place both for winter and summer use. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, June 23, 1920 In compliance with this mandate the said “dog” presently did appear, in the shape of a well-looking, middle-aged Zulu, wearing a long coat with brass buttons, also the head-ring. Forging the Blades A Tale of the Zulu Rebellion Who ever said brass buttons and blue beads were gold and turquoise? Confessions Of Con Cregan An Irish Gil Blas Was a smarter old feller than I be e'er seen In these bright brass buttons—this new quoat of green? Punch - Volume 25 (Jul-Dec 1853) He has given over wearing his brass buttons and a badge cap now: we see him at long intervals, when he comes home to prepare for examinations. Merchantmen-at-arms : the British merchants' service in the war Go off and ask somebody that wears brass buttons and a basswood head. Si Klegg, Book 5 (of 6) The Deacon's Adventures At Chattanooga In Caring For The Boys She drew from her pocket a green calico bag, and, emptying the contents into her hand, picked out from among brass buttons and bits of broken glass a silver coin, which she held up triumphantly. Vashti or, Until Death Us Do Part The men wore tights, low shoes with pompons on the toes, black garters with tassels, blue jackets ornamented with many brass buttons, red skull caps with large black tassels, and very full skirts. A Trip to the Orient The Story of a Mediterranean Cruise The pair wore their own clothes, Travers still retaining a navy-jacket with brass buttons engraved with the initials of some yacht club, and did not complain of having been subjected to indignities. Romantic Spain A Record of Personal Experiences (Vol. II) He pulled it out and recognized a seaman's jacket, brass buttons corroded and fabric nearly rotted through. The Wailing Octopus I looked round, expecting to see another stout, middle-aged man in singlet and dungarees, with perhaps an old uniform patrol jacket whose brass buttons were green with verdigris. Aliens Which remark alluded to the coat worn by Mr. Nimrod—a vesture of blue, with brass buttons, rendered further striking by loose nankeen continuations, and a green cravat. Cedar Creek From the Shanty to the Settlement A society actress don’t go around more publicly than what a ship does, nor is more interviewed, nor more humbugged, nor more run after by all sorts of little fussinesses in brass buttons. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 13 (of 25) By and by a man dressed in blue clothes with brass buttons came through the car, stopping at each seat and looking at people's tickets. Ruby at School He was carefully and flawlessly dressed in a gray furred “plug” hat, tailed blue coat with brass buttons, a buff waistcoat, trousers of the 257 same shade, and a frilled shirt front. Gold He had donned a double-breasted coat with brass buttons and a cap with a badge and gold cord on it. Aliens A man about sixty entered, white-haired, thin, and swarthy, in a cinnamon-coloured dress-coat with brass buttons, and a pink neckerchief. Fathers and Children Grant looked at the deaf old man in his blue coat and brass buttons adorned with many little flags, to advertise his patriotism. In the Heart of a Fool They had so many brass buttons on their clothes it looked like gold. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Texas Narratives, Part 1 The dress-uniform of the Ninth was everywhere, the black shakos and epaulettes, white pompons, cross-belts and gloves, and multiplicity of brass buttons, lending the immense assemblage a singular spirit and vivacity. The Lieutenant-Governor A Novel Far down the track, at a crossing, the man saw the flash of a helmet and the glint of brass buttons, and dodged among the cars. Snow on the Headlight A Story of the Great Burlington Strike I used to see him," he said, "walking down from Apsley House to the Chapel Royal, St. James's, in white trousers and blue frock-coat with brass buttons. The Strand Magazine, Volume V, Issue 29, May 1893 An Illustrated Monthly But Amos could not abide the presence much less the counsel of the professional patriot, with his insistent blue uniform and brass buttons. In the Heart of a Fool De pretties' sight I ever seed am a soldier band all dress in de uniforms with brass buttons. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Texas Narratives, Part 1 "Madam, it would be a day never to be forgotten that honored my poor house with your presence," he broke off, puffing till the brass buttons on his coat shook like hailstones. A Noble Woman The afternoon sun looking in through the west window picked out every bare thread of his service coat and glinted on the polished brass buttons. The Shepherd of the North A monkey crouching under the table, paws clutching the two enormous brass buttons on the gay blue jacket he wore, eyes watching us angrily as he chattered. The Harbor The coat had brass buttons, a plenteous pitting of moth-holes, and a braided collar. Dwellers in the Hills His neighbors said that Mr. Walden was thrifty and could afford to wear a broadcloth blue coat with bright brass buttons on grand occasions, and that Mrs. Walden was warranted in having a satin gown. Daughters of the Revolution and Their Times 1769 - 1776 A Historical Romance No brass buttons came ashore from the mail-boat: no gray stranger intruded upon our peace. The Cruise of the Shining Light Vose bought me a coat in Sacramento, blue with brass buttons. A Waif of the Mountains They were all dressed in blue, and wore brass buttons and carried short-barrelled carbines and sabres. Two Arrows A Story of Red and White Although he is so rich, he has only one suit of clothes, and must even go to parties in a pair of checked gingham trowsers, a red vest, and a blue coat with brass buttons! Funny Little Socks Being the Fourth Book We don’t run to khaki uniforms and brass buttons, but we’ve got guns all right.” The Red Hand of Ulster Sometimes they clattered through the narrow streets of a tiny village, while the coachman snapped his whip, and the postilion in his scarlet coat and brass buttons, sounded his bugle loudly. John and Betty's History Visit Yet, despite their cynical expressions, Burke knew that warm hearts and gallant chivalry were lodged beneath the brass buttons. Traffic in Souls A Novel of Crime and Its Cure He wore a large, stiff, bushy periwig, surmounted by a huge, odd-looking hat; his very plain coat was studded with brass buttons of broadest disk, and his voluminous inexpressibles were of leather. Leading Articles on Various Subjects “Yes, yes,” said the officer, pulling his handkerchief from between two brass buttons of his double-breasted coat and wiping his brow. Dr. Sevier "That thundering cockroach-legged thief, that was copper-fastened with gold lace and brass buttons chock up to his ears, with a thundering great broadsword triced up to his larboard quarter and slung with brass chains." An Old Sailor's Yarns He had a coarse jacket, with brass buttons; a red flannel shirt, which was open, and disclosed a hairy breast; and coarse leather breeches with leggings. Among the Brigands He put on his sword-belt, ascertained that his servant had sufficiently polished the brass buttons on his tunic, his sabre, and other trappings. A Nest of Spies Tobacco, skeins of cotton, brass buttons, cakes, crackers, cents, sticks of candy, bits of ribbon, were received by the Indians without a word or nod of acknowledgment. The Cabin on the Prairie He leaned over and touched the brass buttons on me jacket. The Boy Scouts Book of Stories Say, Engineer Fairbanks, that monument of brass buttons and gold cap braid is the limit. Ralph on the Overland Express The Trials and Triumphs of a Young Engineer "Yes but, Parson, don't make him think we're all like some," said Squire Deacon,—and as he turned towards Faith the beaming of his face seemed almost reflected in his brass buttons. Say and Seal, Volume I I was so scared, I felt as if the end had come, and I was bein’ jerked to my reward in an iron birdcage with a small kid dressed in brass buttons. Hepsey Burke Among the prominent guests was General "Sam" Houston, arrayed in his blue coat, brass buttons and ruffled shirt. As I Remember Recollections of American Society during the Nineteenth Century He was newly dressed in a suit of gray frieze with brass buttons, and was evidently a shining light at home. The Land of Thor Uncle Columbus did not appear till late in the evening, when he entered the room dressed in an antiquated blue coat with brass buttons, finished off by a high stand-up white collar. Soap-Bubble Stories For Children Jem Williams!" said the Squire, calling up a spruce embodiment of blue cloth, brass buttons, and pink cravat,—"I say! here's Cilly off the hooks to get hold of the new teacher. Say and Seal, Volume I Marshal Crow had drawn himself up to his full height,—a good six feet,—and, expanding under the influence of a just pride, his chest came perilously near to dislodging a couple of brass buttons. Anderson Crow, Detective I don't like men who wear velvet jackets with big brass buttons on 'em. The Great Sioux Trail A Story of Mountain and Plain Gray did not like his great-coat—a fine old French-blue military thing with brass buttons—the arrogant civilian would have none of it! Tatterdemalion In due time the policeman walked in, brass buttons and all. History of Woman Suffrage, Volume II It was the ordinary undress of the mounted rifles: a dark-green round-about of coarse cloth—with a row of small brass buttons from throat to waist—and overalls of the same material. The Wild Huntress Love in the Wilderness She wore upon her feet shaggy calfskin shoes, with long, tough latchets, upon the ends of which there were large brass buttons. The True Story Book A jacket of dark red velvet with broad brass buttons enclosed his strong shoulders and body, but his costume was finished off with trousers, leggings and moccasins of tanned deerskin. The Great Sioux Trail A Story of Mountain and Plain I followed you there, but nothing that wasn't brass buttons seemed to be having an inning; and I didn't care to meet you at all, unless I could win out. McClure's Magazine, Vol. XXXI, No. 3, July 1908. "And you wear a red coat with brass buttons on it and a cap with a plume in it." Sundry Accounts However, she was still escorted by the conductor, who in his brass buttons and officious air began to irritate me. Desert Dust An old man lived in it, who wore knee-breeches, a coat with large brass buttons, and a wig, which any one could see was a real wig. Fairy Tales of Hans Christian Andersen One might have fancied it as a stout and prosperous gentleman attired in a blue coat with brass buttons, shorts, and wearing a bunch of seals at his fob. The Ghost Girl The figure of fun was a middle-aged man of small stature, and very bandy-legged, dressed in a blue coat and brass buttons, and carrying a great bass-viol bigger than himself, in a rough baize cover. Tom Brown at Oxford Lo and behold! the property coin proved to be medium-sized brass buttons with long shanks. A Pirate of Parts “He’ll be having blue suits and brass buttons on us two next,” he snorted. The Making of Bobby Burnit Being a Record of the Adventures of a Live American Young Man When the first gun was fired, he rushed below, and soon re-appeared in all the resplendent glory of gold lace and brass buttons which go to make up a naval uniform. The Naval History of the United States Volume 2 “Why is it, sweetheart, that a girl will persist in admiring brass buttons?” The Clansman An Historical Romance of the Ku Klux Klan The young lady who used to follow the staghounds, in a green habit with brass buttons, ever so many years ago, and who insisted on calling you Rorie. Vixen, Volume III. It was not the Lincoln green with the brass buttons, which Lady Mabel had laughed at a year ago. Vixen, Volume I. When a man in brass buttons appeared to answer his summons, Dudley felt decidedly more reassured, and his previous fears of being greeted with a countryman's heavy boot were agreeably dispelled. Lippincott's Magazine, November 1885 It was almost new to be sure, but was daubed over with brass buttons, and therefore rather unfit for the clerical Lionel. The Mirror of Taste, and Dramatic Censor Volume I, Number 3 Linen buttons, bone buttons, brass buttons, trouser buttons! The Joyous Adventures of Aristide Pujol The blue coat and brass buttons had turned the tide for him with "Shenandoah," and he was superstitious in wanting another stirring and martial piece. Charles Frohman: Manager and Man His daughter is charming," she cried, when she had done laughing; "red hair, and a green habit with brass buttons, a yellow waistcoat like her papa's, and a rose in her button-hole. Vixen, Volume I. The coat has a small lapel and large brass buttons that are always well shined. In the Flash Ranging Service Observations of an American Soldier During His Service With the A.E.F. in France Sir Leonard could remember and often spoke of the appearance of Sir Howard Douglas, dressed in a blue coat with brass buttons, a fine-looking gentleman, with a pleasant face and a kindly smile. Wilmot and Tilley He was a high-strung, plucky young fellow, and was reproved by a Federal officer for continuing to wear brass buttons. Robert Toombs Statesman, Speaker, Soldier, Sage Finally, he espied a blue coat with brass buttons, hanging in a corner. Sam's Chance And How He Improved It The boys wear coats and trousers of a kind of chocolate colour with brass buttons and red waistcoats, and the girls' dresses are the same colour, and have trimmings of red. The Children's Book of London It was a man with brass buttons and policeman’s helmet. The Girl and The Bill An American Story of Mystery, Romance and Adventure He had an instinctive suspicion of anything connected with brass buttons and detectives. The Ghost Breaker A Novel Based Upon the Play His snuff-coloured coat with two brass buttons at the back was the solitary whole garment visible in this section of the congregation. Faces and Places I had a tiptop coat—blue with brass buttons—but the boss made me change it. Sam's Chance And How He Improved It A double-breasted coat, heavily wadded, with two rows of big brass buttons and a long skirt, was considered comfortable. Detailed Minutiae of Soldier life in the Army of Northern Virginia, 1861-1865 The chaplain had got in the habit of wearing a nice, blue broadcloth blouse which I had brought from home, which had two rows of brass buttons on it. How Private George W. Peck Put Down The Rebellion or, The Funny Experiences of a Raw Recruit - 1887 He had silver buckles on his shoes, and brass buttons on his green jacket, which was fastened at the back. Little Grandfather It was the brightest young dream that was ever busted by a fat loafer in brass buttons. At Good Old Siwash Think of Paul wearing a blue swallow-tailed coat with brass buttons! Amusement: A Force in Christian Training He had on a kind of a uniform with brass buttons and his elbows stuck out on each side of him. Roy Blakeley's Bee-line Hike He found Charles in his jack boots, with a piece of black taffeta round his neck for a cravat, and clothed in a coarse blue coat with brass buttons. A Modern History, From the Time of Luther to the Fall of Napoleon For the Use of Schools and Colleges A twenty-five rouble note was less valued by the Chukches than a showy soap-box, and a gold or silver coin less than tin or brass buttons. The Voyage of the Vega round Asia and Europe, Volume I and Volume II He pointed to my blue capote with brass buttons—the summer uniform of the company. The Cryptogram A Story of Northwest Canada And, say, when you talk to me, jest try and remember that I don’t wear brass buttons and a uniform.” The Man from the Bitter Roots Well, it doesn’t look as if that giant with the brass buttons is going to surrender. Roy Blakeley's Bee-line Hike If it were not for the brass buttons our coats would make us look like parsons and our hats like monkeys. Waring's Peril As good luck would have it, I now thought of the brass buttons on my coat. Cast Away in the Cold An Old Man's Story of a Young Man's Adventures, as Related by Captain John Hardy, Mariner He wore a blue serge suit with brass buttons to it. The History of Sir Richard Calmady A Romance I don't think any man in the place that had brass buttons forgot that Christmas Eve. The Man Next Door I guess that big army all rolled into one with the brass buttons must have known it was our crowd because he didn’t come right away. Roy Blakeley's Bee-line Hike Otherwise, he was buttoned to his chin in a great coat, fastened with imposing brass buttons, dulled by much fingering. Carl and the Cotton Gin The crazed brain of the sick man took cognizance of nothing but the blue coats and brass buttons. "Where Angels Fear to Tread" and Other Stories of the Sea You should sink into the earth with all your rules and brass buttons. The Best Short Stories of 1919 and the Yearbook of the American Short Story “There’s no brass buttons sewed on my coat—take it yourself!” The Fighting Shepherdess There was that great big man filling up the whole doorway and his brass buttons shining. Roy Blakeley's Bee-line Hike To have a connection so popular, traveled, and prosperous—a man of rank, and adorned with brass buttons, what a luster all this shed over the inhabitants of the fifth floor of Mulberry Court! Carl and the Cotton Gin Well, Dr. Richard met us at the door, looking the young squire to perfection in his grandfather's old dress coat of blue with brass buttons. Mistress Anne Mungo Park left in the morning after presenting his landlady with two of his last four brass buttons. A Book of Discovery The History of the World's Exploration, From the Earliest Times to the Finding of the South Pole So I approached an official in a green uniform with brass buttons, standing behind the counter. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 146, April 15, 1914 How he despised himself for being such a small boy when he saw his brother Harry in his blue uniform with the brass buttons! The New Land Stories of Jews Who Had a Part in the Making of Our Country The coachman lay inside, snoring,—a mere heap of cloth and brass buttons surmounted by a shapeless fez. Paul Patoff The detective turned toward the boy who had risen and was fumbling awkwardly with the brass buttons adorning his uniform. Steve and the Steam Engine Modern "dress coats" were much like it, to be sure, but this was of a faded blue-bottle color and had brass buttons and a frayed velvet collar on it. Mary Louise in the Country They had blue uniforms with lots of brass buttons and a large blue cap with a leather bridle that they used to wear over the top. Old Rail Fence Corners The A. B. C's. of Minnesota History I wuz a little girl but I could go back home and show you right where I wuz when the sojers come through our place with their grey clothes and bright brass buttons. Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Georgia Narratives, Part 2 He knew that the Italian officer is, more or less, a lady's man; and the supreme confidence he has in the power of brass buttons and gold lace makes him at times insufferable. The Lure of the Mask "Oh, wouldn't it be perfectly splendid if we only could and all wear brass buttons!" cried Rosalie. Peggy Stewart at School He had blue clothes and brass buttons and stepped lightly as a cat. The Wind Bloweth "Here, take the glasses, and ye'll see the glint of brass buttons aboard the same," remarked the crew of the motor boat, holding out the magnifiers as he spoke. Motor Boat Boys Mississippi Cruise or, The Dash for Dixie Again, are little boys no longer clad in “a tight suit of corduroy, spangled with brass buttons of very considerable size:” indeed corduroy is seldom seen save on the figures of some chic ladies. Pickwickian Manners and Customs "Some brass buttons, believe me!" was Andy's comment, as he strode around the rooms. The Rover Boys at Colby Hall or The Struggles of the Young Cadets So saying, Waroonga produced a blue surtout with bright brass buttons. The Madman and the Pirate He has two brass buttons on the back of coat, and this chap hasn't any. The Boy from the Ranch Or Roy Bradner's City Experiences There was likewise a large quantity of dark-blue cloth, gold lace, and brass buttons at it. The Middy and the Moors An Algerine Story At first Jarwin thought it must be that of a native; but he was startled to find among the dust on which the skeleton lay several brass buttons with anchors on them. Jarwin and Cuffy Next moment Tommy burst upon their vision in a full suit of superfine blue with brass buttons! The Garret and the Garden Buttchee’s fancy was caught by the brass buttons, and he volunteered to put on the coat, although he had looked with scorn on the trousers. The Madman and the Pirate "Well, what do you want?" suddenly exclaimed the voice of a boy in a uniform that seemed to consist of nothing but brass buttons. The Boy from the Ranch Or Roy Bradner's City Experiences It was donned with the tails in front; and two brass buttons, the last survivors of a once glittering double row, fastened it across the back of its savage owner. The Golden Dream Adventures in the Far West There was one or two old picturs on the walls; one on ’em a portrait of a old admiral, with a blue coat and brass buttons and white veskit. The Red Eric “An’ that minds me that they’ve putt the wee laddie Splint into blue tights wi’ brass buttons. The Garret and the Garden It had a velvet collar about five inches deep, fitted uncommonly tight to the figure, and had a pair of bright brass buttons, very close together, situated half a foot above the wearer’s natural waist. The Young Fur Traders “Right on till I stop you,” said Gillie, with the air of a commander-in-chief—whom in some faint manner he now resembled, for he was in livery, being clothed in blue tights and brass buttons. Rivers of Ice He was rather proud of the brass buttons, and may even have fancied, in his uncultivated taste, that his new costume became him. Fame and Fortune or, The Progress of Richard Hunter He wrenched off several brass buttons from his coat, and handed them to Tim. Adrift in the Wilds or, The Adventures of Two Shipwrecked Boys The sentry had seen the crowd gathering towards the east, and in the distance he noticed the brass buttons of the police glistening in the western sunlight. The Ape, the Idiot & Other People He was dressed in perfectly fitting white duck trousers, white shoes, and a blue nautical coat with brass buttons; a yachtsman's cap was set at an angle on his dark head. The Angel of Terror He had brass buttons, butterflies on his shoulders, and all dat, when he come back. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves South Carolina Narratives, Part 2 The blue coat with brass buttons and the faded overalls would have betrayed him, even if his superior height had not distinguished him from his comrades. Fame and Fortune or, The Progress of Richard Hunter A few more brass buttons procured this also, and our friends had good cause to feel delighted over the result of the bargain. Adrift in the Wilds or, The Adventures of Two Shipwrecked Boys "Look at the brass buttons, Win, and the badge on my cap; they make me feel as if I were a sailor already." Aunt Judith The Story of a Loving Life He here purchased some corn in exchange for some brass buttons, and again took the road to Bambarra, which he resolved to follow for the night. Great African Travellers From Mungo Park to Livingstone and Stanley "But," said the Sister, turning a page and reading all the time, "nobody puts brass buttons on books." The Little Gold Miners of the Sierras and Other Stories Since Micky had been the possessor of a blue coat with brass buttons, his thoughts had dwelt more than ever before on his personal appearance, and the watch had struck his fancy. Fame and Fortune or, The Progress of Richard Hunter He had done what he could to improve his appearance, or "slick himself up," as he expressed it, and wore a blue coat and vest, each provided with brass buttons. Five Hundred Dollars or, Jacob Marlowe's Secret So there he was, arrayed in jaunty cap, and a swallow-tailed coat with brass buttons. Our American Holidays: Lincoln's Birthday A Comprehensive View of Lincoln as Given in the Most Noteworthy Essays, Orations and Poems, in Fiction and in Lincoln's Own Writings “It’s me,” said a youth—dressed in a chocolate coat with brass buttons—entering the room. For Fortune and Glory A Story of the Soudan War He could mark their rise or fall by the brass buttons on his waistcoat; first one button disappeared, then another, then a third, then a fourth. Frank Oldfield Lost and Found "Does he wear a blue coat, with large brass buttons?" Fame and Fortune or, The Progress of Richard Hunter There was a greasy piece of string, a crust of bread, a halfpenny, a few brass buttons, and a very greasy and very crumpled and very filthy copy of a “penny awful” paper. The Adventures of a Three-Guinea Watch He also had double and triple shirt frills, and while the brass buttons of his coat were no larger than cherry pips, the monstrously puffed sleeves rose as high as his shoulders. A Hungarian Nabob A steward, in a blue suit with brass buttons, brought the meats in dishes of polished electro-plate, and on a small sideboard stood other dishes with small spirit lamps burning beneath. Major Vigoureux He wears square-toed shoes with little tiny buckles, a brown coat with small brass buttons.... Character Sketches of Romance, Fiction and the Drama A Revised American Edition of the Reader's Handbook, Vol. 3 Sebastian, the butler, a man with large brass buttons on his coat, soon stood before her. Heidi (Gift Edition) At this place one of the relief expeditions found quantities of things, uniform decorations, brass buttons, metal articles, etc., which no doubt had been thought suitable for barter with Eskimos and Indians. From Pole to Pole A Book for Young People He wore a long blue coat with brass buttons; and his favourite seat was the sunny bank near our front gate. Two Suffolk Friends The powerful lights glinted upon the brass buttons of his uniform and etched the deep lines in the heavily tanned face. Terry A Tale of the Hill People Susan, however, had started a few women thinking and questioning, and the next morning, Professor Davies, resplendent in his buff vest and blue coat with brass buttons, opened the convention with an explanation. Susan B. Anthony Rebel, Crusader, Humanitarian The policeman did not have on his uniform with brass buttons—in fact, he was dressed almost like Mr. Bobbsey. The Bobbsey Twins on Blueberry Island Or the romance of pomp, of horseguards and helmets and epaulettes and brass buttons and guns at "present arms." Europe After 8:15 He had already given her his jack-knife, and now borrowed it to cut off several of the brass buttons on his jacket. Left on Labrador or, The cruise of the Schooner-yacht 'Curlew.' as Recorded by 'Wash.' All the blue coats and brass buttons of the hunters did not make that a brave thing to do, but the wolves were great nuisances, and it was long before the days of Bergh. 'Three Score Years and Ten' Life-Long Memories of Fort Snelling, Minnesota, and Other Parts of the West A colored boy, with many brass buttons on his blue coat, stood at the door. Bunny Brown and His Sister Sue at Aunt Lu's City Home The next morning Leigh procured a jacket and waistcoat, with brass buttons; and a cap with a gold band. No Surrender! A Tale of the Rising in La Vendee And this time it was a sheriff with brass buttons; and he held a large document in his hands. Pirate Gold There were the usual and attractive brass buttons to the coat, drab knee-breeches, blue stockings, low tied shoes with buckles; and really everyone who knew Abe thought he was a proud young man. Little Abe Or, The Bishop of Berry Brow The holds of the vessels were then stowed with every trinket that could appeal to the savage heart, beads, brass buttons, ear-rings, calico, tin mirrors, blankets, hunting-knives, copper kettles, iron chisels, snuff, tobacco. Vikings of the Pacific The Adventures of the Explorers who Came from the West, Eastward Of massive build, stately bearing, lofty courtesy; neatly appareled in blue broadcloth, with brass buttons appropriately in evidence, he appeared indeed to belong to a past generation of statesmen. Something of Men I Have Known With Some Papers of a General Nature, Political, Historical, and Retrospective On one rode a postilion, and out of a window leaned an old man in a tall hat and a brown coat with brass buttons and a high velvet collar and ruffles at the wrist. The Heather-Moon The figure was simply that of a robust policeman, in his helmet and brass buttons—a policeman who was expecting him—Ransom could see that in a twinkling. The Bostonians, Vol. II (of II) He knew who lived there, an old man who wore a coat with large brass buttons and a wig which one could see was really a wig. Tell Me Another Story The Book of Story Programs I had togged him out in a suit of navy blue with brass buttons, at my own expense, and had engaged him as a mascot. A Ball Player's Career Being the Personal Experiences and Reminiscensces of Adrian C. Anson He used to wear an old-fashioned blue, straight-bodied coat with brass buttons, a buff vest, and nankeen pantaloons which were said to have come down as an heirloom in his family from a remote generation. Autobiography of Seventy Years, Vol. 1-2 He had on his head a jaunty little straw-hat, and he wore a jacket with brass buttons, and white trousers. Can You Forgive Her? He wore a blue coat with brass buttons, that had been very well made a very long time ago; white trousers, a light waistcoat, a frilled shirt, and a very stiff cravat. Six to Sixteen A Story for Girls He was dressed in a white duck suit with brass buttons, the jacket unbuttoned in front and showing his underclothes. Captain Jinks, Hero He decided to fight and explain afterward, so he let "copper" number two have one, and it did appear marvelous, the ease with which he dropped the knights of the brass buttons. Oscar the Detective Or, Dudie Dunne, The Exquisite Detective He was dressed in the old-fashioned style that Mr. Webster used, with blue coat, brass buttons and a buff-colored vest. Autobiography of Seventy Years, Vol. 1-2 He had on a pseudo-sailor's jacket, very liberally ornamented with brass buttons, which displayed with great judgement the exquisite shapes of his pseudo-sailor's duck trousers. Can You Forgive Her? Presents were offered them; brass buttons, a clasp knife, and worsted comforter; and they sat down, but apparently with a sullen resolution not to relax their faces, nor utter another word. Pioneers and Founders or, Recent Workers in the Mission field Manhood and brass buttons were with her interconvertible terms, and the idea of uniting her young life to a plain civilian seemed to her nothing less than shocking. Captain Jinks, Hero The gentleman sportsman of the early nineteenth century hunted in bright blue tailed coats with brass buttons, scarlet waistcoat, tight breeches and top hat! Woman as Decoration An irreverent newspaper man said: "He is up in Vermont polishing brass buttons." Autobiography of Seventy Years, Vol. 1-2 He had laid aside the jacket with the brass buttons, and had dressed himself for dinner very soberly. Can You Forgive Her? "Yes," said Wilkinson, playing with one of his brass buttons, "I fully agree with your fundamental propositions." A Dream of Empire Or, The House of Blennerhassett His quaintly cut blue cloth coat adorned with large brass buttons, his knee breeches of corduroy, and grey blue stockings, looking well in keeping with his dwelling, but very out of place behind a counter. Garthowen A Story of a Welsh Homestead Major Parker was a brisk little man, clad in brindle jeans of ancient cut, resplendent with brass buttons. Famous Adventures And Prison Escapes of the Civil War But the coat—the blue coat with brass buttons, with the straps of a lieutenant on the shoulders, was mended and even in that same summer did active service many times. A Certain Rich Man He was neatly dressed in a suit of blue, with brass buttons, though some of the oil and grime of the engine defaced his uniform. Taken by the Enemy She wore upon her feet shaggy calf-skin shoes, with long, tough latchets, upon the ends of which there were large brass buttons. The Northmen, Columbus and Cabot, 985-1503 A full-bodied elderly man with quick, black eyes and a tranquil, dark face stood near it; he wore a half-military coat with brass buttons, and was the chief Picot. A Chance Acquaintance "A man with brass buttons brought it," he said. Suzanna Stirs the Fire It was a hickory stripe dress they made for me, with brass buttons at the wrist bands. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Georgia Narratives, Part 4 A man in a blue coat with brass buttons, and a cap with a gilt band around it, called out in a loud voice, "All on shore!" and then came last good-byes. The Children's Portion There he was—big, bold, bluff and bronzed, his hair just touched with the frost of years, and beneath his brass buttons a heart beating with a desire to bless and benefit. The Mintage He eyed the smooth, scented hair, the black satin vest with a pattern of blue flowers on it, the blue coat with brass buttons, and the shining boots, then he whistled softly under his breath. Pembroke A Novel Hastily hopping along, she entered the massive front doors held wide by a solemn man with brass buttons. Suzanna Stirs the Fire Abe wore a blue swallow-tail coat with brass buttons, the tails of which were so short as to be well above the danger of pressure when he sat down. A Man for the Ages A Story of the Builders of Democracy I've known him ever since he put on the district messenger uniform, and I wouldn't have given one of his own brass buttons for him. The Quilt that Jack Built; How He Won the Bicycle Those great brass buttons with the eagles, and his blue small clothes, too, he wore to the day of his death. The Adventures of My Cousin Smooth He smacked his lips, and wiped them on the sleeve of his coat, where the brass buttons gleamed picturesquely. The Bad Man "No, I don't like people around with brass buttons on their coats," said Suzanna. Suzanna Stirs the Fire But Marmaduke's light yellow trousers, buttoning up over his waistcoat, with bright brass buttons, and open yellow jacket to match, would look odd. Us An Old Fashioned Story They wore the costume of boarding officers, the dark-blue uniforms being garnished with brass buttons and on their heads were caps with bands across the front bearing the word in gilt letters, "Inspector." The Bradys and the Girl Smuggler or, Working for the Custom House "Good evening, Mr. Bobbsey," said the officer, the light flashing on his brass buttons. The Bobbsey Twins at the County Fair To it, the groom, his best-man, and the ushers went attired in blue coats, brass buttons, high white satin stocks, ruffled-bosomed shirts, figured satin waistcoats, silk stockings, and pumps. Fifth Avenue Rich golden and banking-account stamina, foliage deep navy blue with brass buttons and a superb fragrance of western ocean. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 159, August 4th, 1920 Max cried, mightily injured, and turning himself about disclosed his small person arrayed in a new velveteen suit brilliant with brass buttons. Connor Magan's Luck and Other Stories He wore buckskin breeches, top boots, green tabinet double-breasted waistcoat, bottle-green coat with brass buttons, and beaver hat. The Life Story of an Old Rebel The rings of our brass buttons, which they eagerly purchased, were appropriated to this use. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels, Volume 16 He was a large old man in a green camlet cloak with brass buttons. The Pot of Gold And Other Stories The waistcoat was of bright-red cloth with brass buttons. Quincy Adams Sawyer and Mason's Corner Folks A Picture of New England Home Life The controller, in his brown uniform with the brass buttons and his peaked cap, stood at the steps of the car with the attendant. The Summons Concerning this she had formed a mental picture of epaulettes, gold lace, brass buttons, plumes, and a sword; for had she not seen army officers in Paris? "Forward, March" A Tale of the Spanish-American War A loose blue cloth jacket, buttoned up in front with brass buttons, covered her well rounded shoulders and breast. Young Lion of the Woods A Story of Early Colonial Days When she found him she started, and stared at the braid on his coat, the brass buttons, and the brass studs on his high collar. The Judge A man in a black frock coat and white shirt cuffs came bareheaded from the office and pointed us out to the interpreter, who wore brass buttons. A Voyage of Consolation (being in the nature of a sequel to the experiences of 'An American girl in London') In a short time the officers came out of their rooms clothed in their uniforms, which consisted of a blue frock coat, with brass buttons, and blue pants. Outward Bound Or, Young America Afloat About the same time that Miss Norris appeared wearing a trooper's hat her friend Miss Cuthbert decorated the front of her riding-jacket with brass buttons. "Forward, March" A Tale of the Spanish-American War He was physically not much like any policeman he had ever seen; and the blue tunic with its brass buttons was a wretched misfit on his slight body. The Day of Days An Extravaganza Then he stood by while at an outfitter's she inspected coats for Stuppeny, and finally bought one of a fine mulberry colour with brass buttons all down the front. Joanna Godden The driver of our fiacre was fat and rubicund, he wore a green coat, brass buttons, and a shiny top hat, and looked as if he drank constantly. A Voyage of Consolation (being in the nature of a sequel to the experiences of 'An American girl in London') The getting of his traps together had consisted in the ordering of a sailor’s jacket with brass buttons, and three pair of white duck trousers. The Claverings And he wore the uniform of an English soldier—short coat of scarlet, all gold braid and brass buttons; dark trousers with stripes; and a little round cap with a chin strap. The Poor Little Rich Girl In our fathers' time we read: I wore my blue coat and brass buttons, very high in the neck, short in the waist and sleeves, nankeen trousers and white silk stockings, and a white waistcoat. The Collected Works of Ambrose Bierce, Volume 8 Epigrams, On With the Dance, Negligible Tales He quickly turned away from her to give his orders; for Hamish was on this occasion skipper, and had donned a smart suit of blue with brass buttons. Macleod of Dare From amidst the crowd behind, the yellow flare of a gasoline lamp, outhanging from a secondhand shop, glinted on brass buttons. The Miracle Man The policeman embodies all the majesty of successful law and established government in his brass buttons and dazzlingly equipped patrol wagon. Democracy and Social Ethics He wore a coat without a tail, but with brass buttons to compensate, and a celluloid collar with a front attached. Love Stories But the handsome Gothic figures over the doorway corresponded with those written upon the slip of paper, so he approached the elevator boy, resplendent in his brass buttons. The Lever A Novel He wore gold earrings and an old-style coat with brass buttons. The Ramrodders A Novel Oaths, voicing a passion that rocked the Flopper to his soul, purled in a torrid stream from his lips, and for a moment made him forget the proximity of the brass buttons. The Miracle Man In full-dress costume with buff vest, blue coat and brass buttons, he was the Great Mogul. The Life and Work of Susan B. Anthony (Volume 1 of 2) Including Public Addresses, Her Own Letters and Many From Her Contemporaries During Fifty Years If he evolved any clear idea out of the chaos of his mind it was to wish she had snapped him in his uniform with the brass buttons. Love Stories All that meant parade and glory, the uniforms that make men identical by making each proud of himself for his brass buttons and gold lace. The Woman Who Toils Being the Experiences of Two Gentlewomen as Factory Girls "There's the Cap'n, sir—the man in the blue coat and brass buttons." Sevenoaks I had twenty-four cents, or pennies which I divided equally with fifty large brass buttons in my right and left pockets. Narrative of the Life of J.D. Green, a Runaway Slave, from Kentucky Containing an Account of His Three Escapes, in 1839, 1846, and 1848 Two brass buttons of unknown history, a mouth-organ Mary had bought for a neighbor boy who assisted at times in the poultry yard, and a silver spectacle case of uncertain antecedents were added. A Reversible Santa Claus I found the major standing in front of Delmonico's, interviewing a large, bare-headed personage in brown cloth spotted with brass buttons. A Gentleman Vagabond and Some Others Below, a regiment waits impatient for new brass buttons; we sew against time and break all our promises. The Woman Who Toils Being the Experiences of Two Gentlewomen as Factory Girls Frieze coats are fast giving way to pea-jackets; waistcoats, it is anticipated, will soon be discarded, and brass buttons are completely out of vogue. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 1, August 28, 1841 Lying about were a few blackened objects—brass buttons marked with an anchor. The Wings of the Morning "Never mind that, we can cram in a handful of nails, or brass buttons, or hammer up a few halfpence—anything of that sort will do to settle his business with." Varney the Vampire Or the Feast of Blood Riding ahead is a squad of mounted police—big, brawny fellows, with glittering brass buttons. Our Holidays Their Meaning and Spirit; retold from St. Nicholas Easy enough to paw over the menfolks and get silly over brass buttons and a uniform. Half Portions Furthermore, long rows of policemen, their brass buttons and stars glittering in the electric lights, were lined up on each side of the track. The Road "Does this—this tyke belong in here?" demanded the man of brass buttons, with much emphasis. Ruth Fielding on Cliff Island Or, The Old Hunter's Treasure Box He was dressed in a brown canvas tunic with brass buttons, and his riding breeches were concealed in, a pair of well-worn leather "chaps." The Story of the Foss River Ranch A Tale of the Northwest The house footmen, for everyday, wear ordinary footmen's liveries, maroon trousers and long-tailed coats with brass buttons and maroon-and-buff striped waistcoats. Etiquette In the walk through the woods, Queed found himself side by side with a fat, scarlet-faced man, who wore a vest with brass buttons and immediately began talking to him like a lifelong friend. Queed He was wearing a bright blue velvet waistcoat with brass buttons, and over his black shoes there shone white spats. The Golden Scarecrow A big, broad man approached him, clad in a Norfolk jacket and knickerbockers and a red waistcoat with gaudy brass buttons. The Red Redmaynes I shall never forget the grand clothes he wore—black, saving the gray waistcoat, with shiny, brass buttons—especially the great, white standing collar and cravat. The Light in the Clearing Of course when the owner unburies the parcel he finds nothing in it but brass buttons. Custom and Myth The portier is quite buried under gold lace and brass buttons. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 12, No. 30, September, 1873 The light flashed on, and in a moment he stood staring—at a fair-haired, white-faced lad in a brown livery with brass buttons who stood staring back at him with wide, scared eyes. Charles Rex A grenadier-lackey, who seemed bulk and brass buttons and braid of gold, handed them out with august white gloves. No. 13 Washington Square Yet if brass buttons, a cork hat and a "billy" are the emblems of guardianship and probity, the country boy has the right argument on his side, and the casuist none at all. McClure's Magazine, Vol. 6, No. 2, January, 1896 He was dressed in immaculate white clothes of the typical ugly French cut, trimmed elaborately with an ad libitum decoration of gold braid and brass buttons. Across China on Foot In the forties there was a sleepy clerk at Hampstead, a very portly man, who did ample justice to his bright red waistcoat and brass buttons. The Parish Clerk It was nearly an hour later that Saltash, prowling to and fro in the starlight, became suddenly aware of a figure, small and slight, with gleaming brass buttons, standing behind his vacant chair. Charles Rex Palmetto cockades, brass buttons, uniforms and gaudy epaulettes were seen in every direction. History of Kershaw's Brigade During his years at the Hermitage he was accustomed to ride about in a carriage drawn by four spirited iron-gray horses, attended by servants in blue livery with brass buttons, glazed hats, and silver bands. The Reign of Andrew Jackson Mr. Bickford purchased a blue dress suit, resplendent with brass buttons, and a gold watch and chain, which made a good deal of show for the money. Joe's Luck Always Wide Awake A man in brass buttons and a stylish cap leaps down from it, and the blackened demon who sits on its neck also leaps down from it, and they move gingerly towards the puppy. The Author's Craft Here Mr. Park procured some corn for his horse, in exchange for some brass buttons, and thanking the shepherd for his hospitality departed. Lander's Travels The Travels of Richard Lander into the Interior of Africa Everyone was in a high glee—palmetto cockades, brass buttons, uniforms, and gaudy epaulettes were seen in every direction. History of Kershaw's Brigade The day of his first examination arrived, and he presented a handsome appearance in his blue uniform with brass buttons and lacquered boots. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 10 — Lives and Letters Their coats were of bright blue, with the coat-of-arms of the princess on the brass buttons. As Seen By Me He saw the flash of a saber, the gleam of brass buttons, the blue glare of the setting sun on leveled carbines, and he stopped, shoulder to shoulder with the man he had been pursuing. The Courage of Captain Plum He did not hurry through the land with a large armed force, but alone, or almost alone, paid his way with his brass buttons. The Making of Religion Guns were burnished and rubbed up, cartridge boxes and belts polished, and the brass buttons and buckles made to look as bright as new. History of Kershaw's Brigade Father's clothes also pleased me—a lavender-colored coat, with brass buttons, and trousers of the same color. The Morgesons "I told ye, to begin with, I didn't want to shute at brass buttons," growled Texas. Overland He was clothed in a scarlet dress-coat with blue facings and brass buttons, with long festoons of gold cord hung across the breast, trousers of black, greasy deerskin, and fur boots. Tent Life in Siberia There were photographs framed in brass buttons on her dressing-table, and pictures of uniformed officers all over the walls. Two Little Knights of Kentucky You may ring, but all that will materialise is a self-righteous little girl, in brass buttons, who will shake her head reprovingly and refer you to certain passages in the Defence of the Realm Act. All in It : K(1) Carries On A Continuation of the First Hundred Thousand He was much impressed with their blue suits and brass buttons and which fitted them so well. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Florida Narratives He brought a coat and showed me the brass buttons on it. Who Goes There? Two hours afterward, in all the splendour of blue coats, brass buttons, and shoulder-straps, with shaven faces, starched shirts, and polished leather boots, the "First Siberian Exploring Party" marched over to the ispravnik's to dine. Tent Life in Siberia The hall is full of menials and officials and gold lace and brass buttons. Abroad with the Jimmies They wore Buffalo Bill hats and blue uniforms with heavy blue coats, which were literally spangled with brass buttons. The Soul of the War Willis remembers the uniforms worn by the northerners was dark blue with brass buttons and the Confederates wore gray. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Florida Narratives Plenty of brass buttons," he exclaimed with the scorn of a man never to be taken in by external show, "and plenty of gold braid! The Torrent Entre Naranjos He was well dressed in a suit of brown with brass buttons, and he wore high boots which were all roughened and dulled by the sea water. The Great Shadow and Other Napoleonic Tales The men had wool clothes with brass buttons that had shanks on em. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Maryland Narratives Her leggings are of deer skin, heavily beaded and nicely fringed, and often adorned with bells and brass buttons. Blackfoot Lodge Tales The Story of a Prairie People Even the brass buttons of the infidels excited their cupidity. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 06, No. 38, December, 1860 Their caps and brass buttons and canteens shining in the sun. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 7 Fly was delighted with one wee soldier, in a blue coat with brass buttons, who kept dancing and bowing with the greatest politeness. Little Folks Astray I remember the soldiers good, had on blue suits with brass buttons. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 1 In the morning I presented my compassionate landlady with two of the four brass buttons which remained on my waistcoat; the only recompense I could make her. MacMillan's Reading Books Book V The newcomer was dressed strikingly, the conspicuous features of his attire being a long blue coat with brass buttons and a pair of plaid trousers. The Marrow of Tradition They give me a blue coat with brass buttons and a blue cap and brass-toed boots. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 7 There was a butler too, in a blue coat and brass buttons. Ten Boys from Dickens He kept that gun and them old blue uniforms with big brass buttons. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 1 I think I shall have brass buttons on all my coats for the sheer joy of seeing them without let or hindrance grow green from lack of polish. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 156, January 22, 1919 Not for nothing had she spent so much of her life at army posts where love-making is as familiar as brass buttons. Wild Wings A Romance of Youth I thought they wore the prettiest clothes and the brass buttons so pretty on the blue suits. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 7 I am a great believer in the moral influence of brass buttons. Library Work with Children There are many individuals who derive an intense and not improper pleasure in regalia or military garments, with plenty of gold braid and brass buttons, and thus arrayed, in appearing before their friends and neighbors. Edison, His Life and Inventions The emotion is in the BRAIN, which has just received, through the optic nerve, a conception of the lovely vision in brass buttons. Editorials from the Hearst Newspapers The porter, all officiousness and brass buttons, bustled up to Ma'am Mouton. The Goodness of St. Rocque and Other Stories He was dressed in a blue coat with brass buttons, while his pantaloons, of a check pattern, terminated rather higher up than was in accordance with the fashion. Paul the Peddler, or the Fortunes of a Young Street Merchant He's a bald-headed fat man and is dressed in a blue coat with brass buttons, a pink vest and drab breeches. The Emerald City of Oz Easy enough to paw over the men-folks and get silly over brass buttons and a uniform. One Basket When I did peek out the window, I saw the man with the brass buttons and the cap turning to go inside again. In the Bishop's Carriage No brass buttons for him, he said; too much like a livery. The Song of the Lark Into the room came a tandem team of two chubby youngsters, a boy and a girl, harnessed with a clothes-line, and driven by a laughing boy of about seven, in tan overalls and brass buttons. The Circular Staircase Mr. Stubbs was attired in all the glory of a blue coat with brass buttons and swallow tails. Paul Prescott's Charge He wore a heavy gray coat, despite the heat, and a waistcoat with many brass buttons; also corduroy breeches and riding boots. Beauty and the Beast, and Tales of Home Waiters, with brass buttons on their full dress coats, went from group to group, silent, unobtrusive, serving salads and ices. The Octopus : A story of California The hurt which the big brass buttons of his new gray uniform pressed into the tender flesh of her bosom has never left it. The Awakening and Selected Short Stories Yes, an' I laughed an', bit by bit, I looked at myself in every one o' your brass buttons. The Dramatic Works of Gerhart Hauptmann Volume II There were brisk internes with duck clothes and brass buttons, who eyed her with friendly, patronizing glances. K The white breeches with scarlet coats and brass buttons made a gay showing on the green Common, the sunlight glittered on silver braid and tassels, gilt and pompons, scaled chin straps and varnished leather. Java Head On its lighter side, militarism is an appeal for gold lace and brass buttons. I Spy Governor Ray spoke here in one in early times, Bodeffer says, except it was higher built up 'n yourn about the collar, and had brass buttons, I think. The Gentleman from Indiana He had been in the Boer War and came home just a night before I left, wounded and promoted several times and completely covered with glory and brass buttons. The Cords of Vanity A Comedy of Shirking He was a square dogged-faced fellow, with a long white scar down his cheek, and a close-fitting blue coat with brass buttons. Micah Clarke His Statement as made to his three grandchildren Joseph, Gervas and Reuben During the Hard Winter of 1734 Around him, shown up by the moon, were sword belts, brass buttons, sword hilts, and other objects that the infamous old fellow had torn from the poor dead. My Double Life The Memoirs of Sarah Bernhardt Several men in greatcoats and brass buttons jerked themselves erect to catch his attention, at the same time keeping an eye on the other people as they filtered through the open doorways of the station. England, My England There too his green coat with the brass buttons, the striped waistcoat and jabot…. A Desperate Character and Other Stories Blue cloth and brass buttons moved conspicuously in the van, a grim face flushed and perspiring beneath the helmet's vizor, a revolver poised menacingly in one hand, locust as ready in the other. The Brass Bowl Here I purchased some corn for my horse in exchange for some brass buttons; and having thanked the shepherd for his hospitality, struck again into the woods. Life and Travels of Mungo Park in Central Africa I allowed myself that privilege, because at that time I was still wearing my uniform with the brass buttons shining brightly. In Those Days The Story of an Old Man Ashe saw through heavy eyelids the shine of brass buttons, and felt that the wearers of the uniforms to which these belonged had seized upon his assailant. The Puritans Ben appeared in full blue cloth and brass buttons, on duty again as butler. The Man in Gray A waiter who attends the door in a large establishment, and who is one of many servants, is usually in a quiet livery—a frock-coat with brass buttons, and a striped waistcoat. Manners and Social Usages In the morning I presented my compassionate landlady with two of the four brass buttons which remained on my waistcoat; the only recompence I could make her. Life and Travels of Mungo Park in Central Africa |
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