| 单词 | cowpuncher |
| 例句 | The supporting cast was mostly disenfranchised Indians, Mexicans, and cowpunchers, all of whom possessed horsemanship and livestock skills honed on the vanishing frontier. Seabiscuit: An American Legend 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z He is both corrupt and pure, a dynastic potentate in a helicopter and a solitary cowpuncher in the saddle. “Yellowstone,” Reviewed: Kevin Costner Rasps an Ode to Cowboy Toughness 2018-06-20T04:00:00Z They worked as coal miners, train mechanics, barkeeps, cowpunchers, lumberjacks, shepherds and Indian traders — Slavs, Italians, Finns, Russians, Irish, Greeks, Mexicans, Navajos and Zunis. A small town's act of tolerance makes for an unlikely war hero 2017-07-03T04:00:00Z "Holy Smoke, Bruce, you can't wear an ordinary cowpuncher hat with them varnished shoes an' that there necktie an' that dude suit!" Bruce of the Circle A 2012-03-06T03:00:27.120Z It was a rare thing to meet a cowpuncher who could not turn out biscuits of some degree of edibility, but we had a master hand. The Indians' Last Fight Or The Dull Knife Raid 2011-11-06T02:00:13.167Z A man came here to talk to me, one of my cowpunchers. The Last Straw 2011-06-27T02:00:58.100Z What Ben Lester and the other cowpuncher had said about the stallion seemed to be true. Ruth Fielding In the Saddle College Girls in the Land of Gold 2011-06-14T02:00:22.083Z He had fought his way up from cowpuncher to millionaire by sheer strength of will and brains. The Boy Scouts of the Air in Indian Land 2011-04-11T02:00:11.027Z And when, in the course of my prowling about, I ran into a half dozen hilarious cowpunchers I clean forgot Mr. Tupper and the unkind things he had promised to do to me. The Land of Frozen Suns 2011-01-23T03:00:15.307Z On the other bank of the river were cowpunchers with their herds waiting to cross also. The Indians' Last Fight Or The Dull Knife Raid 2011-11-06T02:00:13.167Z He was United States Marshall for that district, an old cowpuncher and a warm friend of the trio. The Song of the Wolf I expect I shall have to stand with a gun in both hands to keep those wild cowpunchers and miners away from you two when we reach Yucca. Ruth Fielding In the Saddle College Girls in the Land of Gold 2011-06-14T02:00:22.083Z The high-heeled boots worn by cowpunchers are not easy footwear to walk in. Frances of the Ranges The Old Ranchman's Treasure Behind the two a space cleared at the first words, and I noticed more than one cowpuncher hitch his gun-belt forward. The Land of Frozen Suns 2011-01-23T03:00:15.307Z A third member of the group, the round-faced and smiling cowpuncher, opened up with his pleasing drawl. Bred of the Desert A Horse and a Romance It was nearly ten o'clock before the chicken-hearted sheriff deemed the two cowpunchers sufficiently drunk enough to take chances with. The Song of the Wolf The cowpunchers flocked together and got along all right, but many a sheep-herder who has tried it alone has had to be taken in charge by his folks. Mystery Ranch “Are the cowpunchers just the same as they used to be?” asked Pratt. Frances of the Ranges The Old Ranchman's Treasure He took me by the arm, and as he did so the cowpuncher who had looked down at Tupper stepped in between us, breaking the marshal’s hold. The Land of Frozen Suns 2011-01-23T03:00:15.307Z Before and during the Civil War he was a sheep herder and cowpuncher. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves. Texas Narratives, Part 2 Oh, just some drunken bunch of cowpunchers or railroad tarriers with more ammunition than sense; that kind of thing is getting altogether too prevalent; the authorities ought to put a stop to it! The Song of the Wolf "I'll have your car put in with mine, Tom," said Lowell, who was dressed in cowpuncher attire, even to leather chaparejos. Mystery Ranch No cowpunchers these, but a party of horsemen and horsewomen who might have just ridden out of the Central Park bridle-path at Fifty-ninth Street or out of the Fens in Boston’s Back Bay section. Frances of the Ranges The Old Ranchman's Treasure “Yuh bet it’s all right,” the cowpuncher flung after him derisively. The Land of Frozen Suns 2011-01-23T03:00:15.307Z Monroe learned to snare and break mustangs and became a cowpuncher. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Texas Narratives, Part 1 You haven't heard of a lone cowpuncher about my size that's been holding up any banks or treasure trains, have you? The Song of the Wolf In fact he found it necessary to come to blows with one cowpuncher, who had evidently been stationed near Lowell's automobile to "get the goat" of the young Indian agent. Mystery Ranch The reckless cowpuncher had somehow bribed the Mexican boy to let him take his place on the buckboard that forenoon. Frances of the Ranges The Old Ranchman's Treasure Likewise, the quick action of those Circle cowpunchers made a deep impression on me. The Land of Frozen Suns 2011-01-23T03:00:15.307Z He wore a little derby hat, such as the cowpunchers despised, and the trappings of his horse proclaimed him as a newcomer to that country. The Rustler of Wind River Say, old-timer, Mrs. Brevoort is skeptical of we poor cowpunchers' virtue; she thinks we have no power of forbearance. The Song of the Wolf "That big cowpuncher from Sartwell's outfit sure got the agent's goat all right," said Sheriff Tom Redmond, in front of whose office the affair happened. Mystery Ranch Of the cavalcade cutting across the range for Mr. Edwards’ place, Pratt was the only member that noticed the discharged cowpuncher. Frances of the Ranges The Old Ranchman's Treasure Here, you jelly-backed cowpuncher, let me show you how to ride. The Preacher of Cedar Mountain A Tale of the Open Country They came up willingly, cowpunchers and sheepmen, train hands, prospectors, and the saloon bums that Black Tex kept about to blow such ready spenders as he, whenever they came to town. Hidden Water And it may be stated as a curious coincidence that most of the cowpunchers were blondes. The Song of the Wolf A chorus of laughter from other cowpunchers greeted the frank declaration of Mr. Wolters. Mystery Ranch The cowpunchers at the pen were mounting their ponies and racing after the black steer, but they were too far away to stop him. Frances of the Ranges The Old Ranchman's Treasure They were all three hard-lookin’ citizens, an’––might ha’ been anything from bum cowpunchers to––” “Sharps,” put in Bill, between noisy sips at his coffee. The Twins of Suffering Creek He 126 struck three times for separate parts of the cowpuncher’s body, but each time he struck he encountered a guarding arm or fist. The Spoilers of the Valley He turned in his saddle and laughingly asked her: "How much time could your cowpunchers afford to devote to the Muses, Miss Grace?" The Song of the Wolf Storekeeping for a bunch of Indians and cowpunchers was no business for a smart, self-respecting man to be in—a man who had ambitions to be somebody in a busier world. Mystery Ranch It was Victorino who had let Ratty drive the buckboard to the railroad station one particular day when the cowpuncher wished to meet his friend, Pete, at Cottonwood Bottom. Frances of the Ranges The Old Ranchman's Treasure The man, judging by his appearance, was a cowpuncher, and, to Scipio’s simple mind, was, like himself, benighted. The Twins of Suffering Creek You never saw a crowd of cowpunchers that weren’t. The Spoilers of the Valley The fall round-up would be over by that time and work is scarce for unattached cowpunchers in the winter. The Song of the Wolf When Lowell reached Talpers's, the usual knot of Indians was gathered on the front porch, with the customary collection of cowpunchers and ranchmen discussing matters inside the store. Mystery Ranch A band of cowpunchers rode in, with yells and pistol shots. Frances of the Ranges The Old Ranchman's Treasure The two cowpunchers gave Tom slanting glances and left, muttering under their breaths to each other as they led their sweaty horses into a farther corral. Rim o' the World “How,––how did you manage to beat off those cowpunchers?” asked Phil. The Spoilers of the Valley Time hanging heavy on their hands, the two cowpunchers strolled up the street in the search of diversion; at the Shoo Fly dance-hall the revelry seemed most promising and they went in to investigate. The Song of the Wolf McFann had been expecting Talpers, and he was none too pleased to find that the trader had sent the gossiping cowpuncher in his stead. Mystery Ranch He knew he must wait the cowpuncher’s pleasure; and why? The Night Riders A Romance of Early Montana Mary Hope could have hugged that cowpuncher who hastily seized her hand and swung her into place as the first couple in the first set. Rim o' the World “Yet you permitted that common cowpuncher to call you Miss Chuckie.” Out of the Depths A Romance of Reclamation What right had an indigent pauper of a cowpuncher to aspire to a heaven like this? The Song of the Wolf Youthful cowpunchers rode for miles and waited about the agency for a glimpse of the gun-fighter who had slain the redoubtable Bill Talpers in such a manner. Mystery Ranch The frowning brows drew closer over the sightless eyes, which were focussed upon the cowpuncher with a concentration more overpowering than if their vision had been unimpaired. The Night Riders A Romance of Early Montana “I been here since morning,” the big cowpuncher chattered feverishly when Lance came up to him. Rim o' the World “For one thing, Mr. Ashton, I have known Kid Gowan over eight years, and, for another, he is hardly a common cowpuncher.” Out of the Depths A Romance of Reclamation The two cowpunchers sneaked out sheepishly and once out of hearing, Red swore wonderingly. The Song of the Wolf The irrepressible cowpunchers, who had a habit of laying wagers on anything and everything, made bets as to the number of minutes the jury would be out. Mystery Ranch And the cowpunchers came racing down from the corrals to hurl themselves into the mêlée whooping and yelling, as only men of their craft can. The Night Riders A Romance of Early Montana Down the rough trail rode a big cowpuncher with sun-reddened face and an air of great weariness. Rim o' the World "By gum, I shore don't believe you ever was a regular cowpuncher," declared Blinky testily, after having been ordered to do additional labor on a portion of the fence. Valley of Wild Horses And yet there was nothing particularly vicious in the face of the cowpuncher glaring so disconsolately over the tender vista. The Song of the Wolf Redmond was a tall, square-shouldered cattleman, who still clung to the rough garb and high-heeled boots of the cowpuncher, though he seldom used any means of travel but the automobile. Mystery Ranch But the coming of the cowpunchers stemmed the tide and hurled them back on Fyles’s force in their rear. The Night Riders A Romance of Early Montana A black horse which he recognized, and a big, red-faced cowpuncher with gray eyes that did not twinkle. Rim o' the World "Count it, you wild-eyed cowpuncher," replied Pan happily. Valley of Wild Horses Upon the prostrate cowpuncher they precipitated themselves with a yell, the boy deftly throwing a bight of the rope about Ken's feet and drawing up the slack. The Song of the Wolf Blue, if fate hadn't made a cowpuncher of me, I'd be chewing up lead-pencils trying to find a rhyme for alfalfa, maybe. The Ranch at the Wolverine The pale-faced cowpuncher seemed absorbed in deep reflection. The Night Riders A Romance of Early Montana The dance was saved by the big cowpuncher with the peeling nose and the twinkly gray eyes. Rim o' the World Every new sight of a snaky slim cowpuncher on a racy horse intensified this impression in Pan's mind, stamped the future more vividly on his heart. Valley of Wild Horses The other men on the verandah had come around, and they smiled more broadly than the cowpuncher. The Watchers of the Plains A Tale of the Western Prairies "You're a cowpuncher yourself, and you must have heard it all, at one time and another; and I don't believe you ever forgot a thing in your life." The Ranch at the Wolverine The cowpuncher smiled a pallid, shadowy smile, and went over to his kit-bag. The Night Riders A Romance of Early Montana A picnic had once been held there, but the festivities had been marred by a severe thunderstorm that came just as a wordy quarrel between two drunken cowpunchers was fast nearing the gun-pulling stage. Rim o' the World "Say, you bloody cowpuncher," demanded his parent, "did he pitch with you?" Valley of Wild Horses There was a nasty tone in the cowpuncher’s voice and trouble seemed imminent, but it was fortunately nipped in the bud by Jack McCabe. The Watchers of the Plains A Tale of the Western Prairies The cowpunchers were not worrying about attack, for they had outposts on duty who could warn them of the advance of the enemy in plenty of time. The Free Range He went on with his work steadily while the cowpuncher grunted out his impatience. The Night Riders A Romance of Early Montana Duke grew up to be a very good cowpuncher, however. Rim o' the World They concluded it would be easy to hoodwink a “cowpuncher.” Colorado Jim He avoided cowpunchers who wore rattlesnake bands on their hats or stretched the skin over the edge of the cantle of their saddles. 'Me--Smith' The nearer approach to the stream brought a greater nervous tension and scouts at a five-mile radius rode back and forth all day searching for any signs of spying cowpunchers. The Free Range And the tartar is the prize that every cowpuncher wants to draw so that he may demonstrate his horsemanship. The Night Riders A Romance of Early Montana For branding irons do not always inquire very closely into the parentage of a calf that comes bouncing up stiff-legged at the end of a cowpuncher’s rope. Rim o' the World Well, it must be an unpleasant memory—the most beautiful woman in London wedded to a cowpuncher! Colorado Jim She chaffed and flouted the man who wintered a thousand head of cattle with the same impartiality with which she gibed his blushing cowpuncher. 'Me--Smith' The sun had just dropped below the horizon, when a man in the cowpunchers’ camp discerned a weary horse bearing a hump-shouldered rider disconsolately in the direction of the ford. The Free Range The wild cowpuncher had saddled his mare for him, and the friendliness of the act pleased him. The Night Riders A Romance of Early Montana Farnum had left his horse for the girl, and after breakfast the cowpuncher saddled the broncos and brought them up. Brand Blotters It would be pleasanter there, in the midst of friends, than planted away in the wilds of Devonshire with a “cowpuncher.” Colorado Jim “That there Bar C cowpuncher, Babe, comes over the other night, and, the bunk-house bein’ full, I offers him half my blankets. 'Me--Smith' "Well, maybe he didn't 'zactly have a hand in it," grudgingly admitted the old cowpuncher, "but he played right into the hands of th' scoundrels." The Boy Ranchers at Spur Creek or Fighting the Sheep Herders And Tresler’s keen, honest eyes looked squarely into the seared face of the wild cowpuncher. The Night Riders A Romance of Early Montana “You’re making a heap of formality out of this, Mr. Buttinsky,” sneered the cowpuncher. Brand Blotters Without another word he walked over to where the drover was standing and informed him that he would take the bet, provided he would have his cowpunchers hitch the little devils to the coach. Dangers of the Trail in 1865 A Narrative of Actual Events Something heavy was thrown against the door, and when Susie opened it a roll of roped canvas rolled inside, while the lamplight fell upon the grinning faces of two Bar C cowpunchers. 'Me--Smith' The man hurried into the stable and the redheaded cowpuncher winked across the back of his horse at Bill. Crooked Trails and Straight Arizona at first tolerated him, protested scathingly at his failures in the craft, and ended by liking him; while the other cordially appreciated the open, boisterous honesty of the cowpuncher. The Night Riders A Romance of Early Montana “He is unarmed!” she cried to the cowpuncher. Brand Blotters The cowpunchers selected one broncho each and after a half hour's hawling, pulling and coaxing succeeded in hitching them to the coach. Dangers of the Trail in 1865 A Narrative of Actual Events The words of a cowpuncher came back to him as he sat and regarded with unseeing eyes the Indian woman. 'Me--Smith' A cowpuncher with fifty dollars two weeks after pay day was a rarity. Crooked Trails and Straight Then the cowpuncher bethought him of his duty to his employer. The Night Riders A Romance of Early Montana The cowpuncher, white with anger, glared at his enemy and poured curses at him, the while he nursed his strained wrist. Brand Blotters With certain unintended exaggerations, and certain not quite accurate groupings of events, she described the farmers and cowpunchers, the incredible hotels and garages. Free Air Were they Bar C cowpunchers come to take the law into their own hands, or were they his hoped-for rescuers? 'Me--Smith' Half the bad men are only coltish cowpunchers gone wrong through rotten whiskey and luck breaking bad for them.” Crooked Trails and Straight The cause of the cowpuncher’s action was a solitary horseman standing right ahead of them gazing out at the bluff. The Night Riders A Romance of Early Montana One of the unwounded cowpunchers gave pursuit, but half an hour later he returned ruefully. Brand Blotters “No. Nor it wasn’t your city cowpuncher clothes,” she retorted. The Girl from Sunset Ranch Or, Alone in a Great City The cowpuncher’s words came back to Smith as though they had been said only yesterday. 'Me--Smith' “Kid looking for you,” the clerk called to the cowpuncher. Crooked Trails and Straight But the cowpuncher was desperate and knew how to handle her. The Night Riders A Romance of Early Montana A cowpuncher lounging about the place would have ruined everything, or at best interfered greatly. Brand Blotters Yet he seemed garbed in the usual chaps, sombrero, flannel shirt and gay neckerchief of the cowpuncher. The Girl from Sunset Ranch Or, Alone in a Great City As a boy, in his cowpuncher days, he had been hard and callous. The Fighting Edge Meanwhile he played his part of a wild young cowpuncher ready for any mischief, but beneath his obtuse good humor Flandrau covered a vigilant wariness. Crooked Trails and Straight At first she thought of consulting her adviser privately, but finally decided to take both men into her confidence; and this the more readily since she knew her lover’s liking for the hot-headed cowpuncher. The Night Riders A Romance of Early Montana He saw the sun shining on the barrel of a rifle 81 and through the bushes the masked face of a hidden cowpuncher. Brand Blotters “He was—what you call it—a cowpuncher, I believe,” whispered Belle, in an aside. The Girl from Sunset Ranch Or, Alone in a Great City A row of cowpunchers were lined up in front of the bar. The Fighting Edge But there's that Vil Holland, he's a cowpuncher, when he works, and a prospector when he don't. The Gold Girl However, heedless of the others, he replied to the cowpuncher’s question. The Night Riders A Romance of Early Montana He was in the leather chaps of a cowpuncher, gray-shirted, and a polka dot kerchief circled the brown throat. Brand Blotters “Believe me,” said the ranch girl, with emphasis, 9 “I have got to see somebody besides cowpunchers and horse-wranglers before I make such a fatal move.” Ruth Fielding on the St. Lawrence The Queer Old Man of the Thousand Islands “Well, he was a—a cowpuncher, I reckon.” The Fighting Edge An' with these here cowpunchers that comes high. The Gold Girl He had stumped the cowpuncher, who now entered the fight with wonderfully good-natured zest. The Night Riders A Romance of Early Montana One of the other riders had by this time joined the daring cowpuncher, and together they stemmed the tide. Brand Blotters The rigs they had on represented each fellow's idea of what a cowboy looked like, and would have made a real cowpuncher hang himself for shame. At Good Old Siwash Half a dozen cowpunchers bent on sport drifted in his direction. The Fighting Edge Patty noted an almost imperceptible narrowing of the cowpuncher's eyes, an expression, slight as it was, that spoke disapproval. The Gold Girl It was no wonder, he reflected, in that almost womanless land, that many a cowpuncher rode the range by night, seeing her image in every star. Hidden Gold Before the latter could get on his feet again the cowpuncher was scudding through the night. Brand Blotters Every cowpuncher, it seemed, must play at least one trick on the tenderfeet. Land of the Burnt Thigh Up the street rolled Blister Haines, in time to hear the cowpuncher’s suggestion. The Fighting Edge The cowpuncher was looking at her squarely, now. The Gold Girl It gave him an opportunity to get acquainted with his own men and with the cowpunchers of half a dozen other "outfits." Roosevelt in the Bad Lands But the cowpuncher had no intention of letting her regain so fully control of her emotions. Brand Blotters Confronted suddenly by so many problems of getting started, I stood "just plumb flabbergasted," as Coyote Cal, a cowpuncher, always remarked when unexpectedly confronted by a group of women. Land of the Burnt Thigh The cowpuncher looked at him coldly, eye to eye. The Fighting Edge There was a sound very like a cough, and Patty glanced sharply at the cowpuncher, but his back was toward her, and he was busy with his cinch. The Gold Girl There was a roar of delight from the cowpunchers, and, instantly, the phrase became a part of the vocabulary of the Bad Lands. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands Only their conversation, half serious, half joking, brought back the picture of Jimmy O'Shea—Irishman, cowpuncher, general scallywag, and his doctrines of war and the way of his death. No Man's Land Now I ain't nothing but a freckled cowpuncher, with red hair, and some says both my eyes don't track the same, and I maybe toe in. The Man Next Door At exactly eleven o’clock Houck, Bandy Walker, and the big young cowpuncher who had ridden into town with them met at the corner of one of the freight wagons. The Fighting Edge Any cowpuncher with a jack-knife could do a better job than they have done. The Lady Doc It happened one day, in the Cowboy office that June, that the genial reprobate was holding forth in his best vein to an admiring group of cowpunchers. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands Bowers colored with pleasure when she lauded his “cowpuncher potatoes” and exclaimed over the biscuits. The Fighting Shepherdess All cowpunchers has to be turned out to grass sometime and it's been a long time coming for me. The Man Next Door A cowpuncher familiar with the country volunteered information. The Fighting Edge There'll come a day when I'm tired and discouraged and utterly, utterly hopeless that some cowpuncher will ask me to marry him and I'll say yes. The Lady Doc Two cowpunchers had recently started a ranch there. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands Toomey had sold a pair of silver sugar tongs to a cowpuncher who opined that they were the very thing he had been looking for with which to eat oysters. The Fighting Shepherdess Then I thought that what a cowpuncher concludes deliberate is mighty apt to be the wrong thing. The Man Next Door To prevent this the cowpunchers kept up as lively a fire as possible. The Fighting Edge He had seen a cowpuncher ride into town with one biting his thumb in two. The Lady Doc The trail south led directly through his dooryard, and loquacious cowpunchers stopped at all hours to pass the time of day. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands Was he only a "yellow-back" cowpuncher after all, underneath his Western regalia? The Dude Wrangler The trouble with a cowpuncher, like I said, is that he hasn't got no real brains. The Man Next Door Three horsemen appeared at the end of the street and moved down it at the jog-trot which is the road gait of the cowpuncher. The Fighting Edge The third cowpuncher made a good showing, but his horse lacked the energy and spirit of Teddy Roosevelt. The Highgrader Roosevelt informed his fellow citizens early in his career as a cowpuncher that he intended to wear any hat he pleased. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands A corn shock is now a more profitable close herder than any cowpuncher who ever wore spurs. The Red-Blooded Heroes of the Frontier I never seen a cow camp yet where there wasn't some cowpuncher name Curly," says I. " The Man Next Door Using their spurs to dig with, the cowpunchers deepened the hollow and packed the loose dirt around the rim in order to heighten the rampart. The Fighting Edge The garrulous cowpuncher was on the spot once more. The Highgrader Of these, only one was a cowpuncher of experience. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands The Captain had been a mule-skinner once, and for five glorious minutes he did himself proud while the graceless young cowpuncher beamed on him. Oh, You Tex! It might of been seven or eight days I was busy celebrating my losing my job like a cowpuncher almost always does. The Man Next Door To the young cowpuncher he had been a superman, terrible in his power and capacity to do harm. The Fighting Edge The ruins had been sufficiently restored to house Slade's trading establishment and the score or more families of his Navaho cowpunchers. Bloom of Cactus Lang's glasses, moreover, were small and oval; Roosevelt's were large and round, making him, in the opinion of the cowpunchers, look very much like a curiously nervous and emphatic owl. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands After they had reached Crane Lake the cowpuncher tied the horses while Ramona started around to the far side, following the shore line and keeping her eyes open for ducks. Oh, You Tex! The cowpuncher laid the bill on the bar, and with a jerk of the thumb, indicated the four engrossed in a game of solo at a table in the rear of the room. Prairie Flowers But the danger of this appalled the cowpuncher. The Fighting Edge The game soon "caught on," and in a little while a number more joined, nearly all cattlemen and cowpunchers. Ranching, Sport and Travel Medora had all the desolation of "a busted cowtown" whose inhabitants, as one cowpuncher remarked in answer to a tenderfoot's inquiry, were "eleven, including the chickens, when they were all in town." Roosevelt in the Bad Lands They were of the varied types common to the old Southwest—a drover, a cattle-buyer, a cowpuncher looking for a job, a smart salesman from St. Louis, and one young woman. Oh, You Tex! An' I jest give him a good blessin', 'cause I don't trust no cowpuncher—or didn't then—ontil he explained how it was. Prairie Flowers The young cowpuncher did not like the look of the black rushing waters. The Fighting Edge The air seemed full of flying hoofs, and for the moment there was a lively scattering of cowpunchers and Pony Riders. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains I had just been with a lot of roughnecks, cowpunchers, horse-thieves, and that sort. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands He can tell whether the man who rode him was a tenderfoot or a cowpuncher. The Boy Ranchers Among the Indians or, Trailing the Yaquis I'm a common cowpuncher, just as you say—but, at that, I don't take off my hat to any sheep-man! Prairie Flowers Three or four cowpunchers had been celebrating the declaration of war. The Fighting Edge He sat up, rubbing his eyes, grumbling about the weather and expressing his opinion of a cowpuncher's life in no uncertain terms. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains All forenoon we spent riding the long circle with the cowpunchers of the round-up; in the afternoon we worked the herd, cutting the cattle, with much breakneck galloping and dextrous halting and wheeling. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands But none rode in pursuit of the veteran cowpuncher, though he was spurring his steed to its utmost. The Boy Ranchers Among the Indians or, Trailing the Yaquis "He's not a common cowpuncher!" defended the girl hotly, she had turned from the window and stood facing the stern faced Scotchman with flushed cheeks. Prairie Flowers Houck’s hand shot forward and caught the cowpuncher by the wrist. The Fighting Edge The cowpuncher doesn't look at it that way, however. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains Everybody "chipped in," and the unfortunate received the burial that a God-fearing cowpuncher deserved. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands Even the lightest-spirited cowpuncher felt the gravity of the situation, though, save for the three boy ranchers, none had ever seen Rosemary and Floyd. The Boy Ranchers Among the Indians or, Trailing the Yaquis "He's—he's—if he were a common cowpuncher Mr. Colston would never have made him foreman," she concluded lamely. Prairie Flowers The cowpuncher’s eyes were shining and a blue skirt was vanishing down the passage. The Fighting Edge Stallings leaped from the animal's head and the cowpunchers made a quick sprint to remove themselves from the danger zone. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains He had a level head and an equable temper, and the cowpunchers all liked him. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands "They look like a bunch of vaqueros to me; but what would a crowd of fifty cowpunchers be doing in a country where the only cattle are goats?" The Broncho Rider Boys with Funston at Vera Cruz Or, Upholding the Honor of the Stars and Stripes Most of the Cañon guides are cowpunchers—accomplished ones, too, and of high standing in the profession. Roughing it De Luxe The cowpuncher stooped and took two hasty swallows into his dry mouth. The Fighting Edge He did not need the warning cry of the cowpunchers to tell him what the pony was about to do. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains While the round-up was camped at Andrews Creek an incident occurred which revealed Roosevelt's influence over the cowpunchers, not alone of his own "outfit." Roosevelt in the Bad Lands But he possessed all the air of a cowpuncher, which he ultimately purposed to become. The Forfeit A highly competent young person is Johnny and a cowpuncher of parts. Roughing it De Luxe The big cowpuncher never stirred from his tracks. The Fighting Edge "Pong, tell the young gentlemen what would become of you if you were to serve bad meals to this outfit of cowpunchers." The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains A new cowpuncher had been added to the Maltese Cross outfit, he found, since the preceding autumn. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands The man was still in the working kit of a cowpuncher. The Forfeit There were two guides along, both of them patient and forbearing cowpunchers, and they argued with him. Roughing it De Luxe A riotous cowpuncher bangs away into the air to stress the fact that he is a live one on the howl. The Fighting Edge "There's a Diamond D steer in that bunch," Tad informed one of the cowpunchers as he rushed a big, white steer out. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains For Mrs. Cummins, in the minds of the cowpunchers, stood for everything that was reprehensible in the way of snobbery and lack of the human touch. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands "I've heard some of our cowpunchers talking about it more'n a few times; and you remember how old Hank took it when we told him what we had in mind?" The Saddle Boys of the Rockies Lost on Thunder Mountain "Well, Pete, what do you think?" inquired Jack eagerly, as the cowpuncher at length set down the glasses. The Border Boys Across the Frontier The cowpuncher was carrying a load of dishes and supplies. The Fighting Edge The cowpuncher's fingers were opening and closing convulsively. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains The bar-room itself was a sumptuous affair, for Williams had the shrewdness to know that it was not only rum that the lonely cowpuncher sought when he pushed in the swinging doors. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands It looked that way, and yet—The cowpuncher could not get it out of his head that the stolen cattle had been for old Pasquale. Steve Yeager The man, evidently, was a cowpuncher in the employ of his father; had probably seen him from the level of the valley and had ridden to the crest of the hill out of curiosity. The Boss of the Lazy Y The cowpuncher slipped to his knees, arms tightening and fingers feeling for the throat of the writhing brute struggling blindly. The Fighting Edge Tad then delivered his message and rode on to the next cowpuncher. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains For the quiet man with the twinkling eyes, who combined the courage and the humanness of a cowpuncher with the unselfish devotion of a saint, was a great figure in the Bad Lands. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands The cowpuncher had introduced himself by knocking him down. Steve Yeager But this time as he laughed he took stock of the young cowpuncher, who was again laughing with him. The Boss of the Lazy Y The bugle wakened them at dawn, but a good many of the cowpunchers were already up. The Fighting Edge A great shout of approval went up from cowpunchers and Pony Riders. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains That evening as Sylvane was sitting around the mess-wagon with a dozen other cowpunchers, a stranger came walking from the direction of Gladstone. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands The cave man's desire to beat down his enemy with his naked hands smouldered fiercely in the cowpuncher's heart. Steve Yeager In the story he has been a cowpuncher and of course has no permanent home. The Two-Gun Man The cowpuncher sat down on a feed-rack and laughed till he was weak. The Fighting Edge I'll send them out as I find I can, with some of the other cowpunchers, until they learn the ropes. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains Vanished was the "dude," and in his place stood a typical cowpuncher in shaps and flannel shirt and knotted handkerchief. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands They were dressed wonderfully and amazingly as cowpunchers, but they were painted frauds in spite of the careful ostentation of their costumes. Steve Yeager But the herders ain't takin' any chances of allowin' the other side to better their hand, an' when, one night, a cowpuncher tries to rush it, they pots him as pretty as you please. The Boy With the U. S. Foresters Harshaw organized a company of rangers made up mostly of cowpunchers from the river ranches. The Fighting Edge The cowpunchers roared at the funny sight of the fat boy bowling over their companion. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains Am inclined to think that this assertion of Mr. Roosevelt's would be open to criticism on the part of the real old-time cowpunchers. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands The cowpuncher slid down cautiously and72 left the lumber yard by way of the alley in the rear. Steve Yeager Three cowpunchers and a cook with the chuck wagon made up the gang. The Boy With the U. S. Foresters "I'm a cowpuncher, not a grave-robber," was the way it rose to his mind. Winner Take All The cowpunchers howled with delight as Chunky, covered with dust, wiping the sand from his eyes, staggered angrily to his feet. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains The cowpuncher was a potential cattle-owner and good citizen, and if he went wild on occasion it was largely because he was so exuberantly young. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands Immediately a devouring curiosity took hold of the cowpuncher. Steve Yeager If the cowpunchers could have made a get-away, it's a cinch that they'd have headed for the ranch an' brought back enough men with them to make their persuasion plenty urgent. The Boy With the U. S. Foresters "It beats punching cows, though—that is, when a fellow discovers that he isn't a successful cowpuncher." Raw Gold A Novel The cowpuncher managed to free his left leg from the stirrup; but, quick as he was, he was not quick enough to save himself wholly from the force of the fall. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains He was riding over the range one day with one of his ablest cowpunchers, when they came upon a "maverick," a two-year-old steer, which had never been branded. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands He did not need to ask what Arizona cowpunchers would do to him under the circumstances. Steve Yeager This leaves only one cowpuncher and the cook. The Boy With the U. S. Foresters But I was very sure that I would rather be a forty-dollar-a-month cowpuncher than a sergeant in the Mounted Police. Raw Gold A Novel The other cowpunchers set up a great jeering yell as they saw the unhorsing of their companion by a mere boy, while the villagers and country folks laughed as loudly as they dared. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains He was greeted with withering scorn by the injured cowpuncher who had been obliged to stand double guard because Roosevelt had failed to relieve him. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands If he had happened to meet a bunch of cowpunchers—" "He didn't start after me. Steve Yeager In the distance a couple of cowpunchers could be seen in front holding up the lead of the bunch. The Boy With the U. S. Foresters They and the blanket Indian have passed, and the cowpuncher and Texas longhorns that replaced them will soon be little more than a vivid memory. Raw Gold A Novel The Pony Riders dashed up to the waiting cowpunchers with a brave showing of horsemanship, and sprang from their saddles their eyes glowing with excitement and anticipation. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains Experiences of this sort were not calculated to inspire respect for the clergy in the minds of the cowpunchers. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands "Help me drag these fellows inside," ordered the cowpuncher, taking command promptly. Steve Yeager When the cowpunchers rides back, honors is even, an' each side is one man short. The Boy With the U. S. Foresters The cowpuncher found a bunch of manicured fingers in his rough brown paw. The Big-Town Round-Up "Lumpy!" warned Stallings when he noticed that the cowpuncher had made no reply to Tad's apology. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains There was a shout from the delighted audience of cowpunchers. Roosevelt in the Bad Lands The teeth of the cowpuncher clenched tightly till the muscles of the jaw stood out like ropes. Steve Yeager There was a long bar, against which were lounging half-a-dozen typical Mexican cowpunchers. The Black Box Just now a suave good-humor veiled the evil of him, but the cowpuncher knew him for a wolf none the less. The Big-Town Round-Up The boy's smile left his face and clucking to his pony he rode slowly forward toward the angry cowpuncher, meeting the fellow's menacing eyes unflinchingly. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains And such manliness and good nature did he display that he won the respect of the four cowpunchers, than whom there were no harder characters riding the plains. Bob Chester's Grit From Ranch to Riches He glared at the cowpuncher as if he would like to murder him on the spot. Steve Yeager Kirby Lane, from his seat on the fence among a group of cowpunchers, watched each rider no less closely. Tangled Trails A Western Detective Story The cowpuncher helped her fill the order card. The Big-Town Round-Up It was the cowpuncher's way of telling the herd that he had arrived and was on hand to guard them against trouble. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains No man had ever spoken to him in just the tone of this little Irish cowpuncher, who had come out of nowhere into his life and brought to him his first big problem for decision. The Sheriff's Son The haggard eyes of the cowpuncher asked a question before his lips framed it. Steve Yeager "Let's get down to cases," the cowpuncher continued. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country Another cowpuncher dropped the loop of his lariat on the ground, gave it a little upward twist as the calf passed over it, jerked taut the riata, and caught the animal by the hind leg. The Big-Town Round-Up When he saw the quirt in the hands of the cowpuncher, however, and realized what his purpose was, the laughter died on the lips of Tad Butler. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains The little cowpuncher was sitting in the lobby reading a newspaper. The Sheriff's Son They were halfway across the open when the cowpuncher plunged to the ground again. Steve Yeager "I never seen such an outfit to be always a-reachin'," grinned the cowpuncher. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country The cowpuncher followed a path that took him back to the street. The Big-Town Round-Up Yet there was not one of them but feared that the angry cowpuncher would visit his wrath upon the lad who had been the cause of his downfall. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains Either he had mistaken some of the landmarks of Ryan's sketchy map or else the cowpuncher had forgotten the lay of the country. The Sheriff's Son The heart of the cowpuncher lost a beat, but he did not bat an eye. Steve Yeager It was broad daylight when the cowpuncher opened his eyes in an arroyo deep among the hills far, far from Las Vegas. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country The cowpuncher waved a debonair hand and mounted the steps again. The Big-Town Round-Up A cowpuncher who hasn't had a wink in more than two days? The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains Fortunately she was wearing a small pair of high-heeled boots such as cowpunchers use, and the stiff leather had broken the shock of the blow from the steel jaws. The Sheriff's Son The cowpuncher took it without the twitching of a muscle in the brown face. Steve Yeager The cowpuncher tossed his cigarette away and spat upon the ground. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country The cowpuncher dramatized the situation with some native talent for mimicry. The Big-Town Round-Up After a time those in camp could faintly hear the distant cracks of the cowpunchers' pistols as they fired their signals into the air. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains Tilted on the back of his head was a cowpuncher's pinched-in hat. The Sheriff's Son "What's her mother thinking about?" asked the cowpuncher under cover of the conversation that was humming briskly all around the tables. Steve Yeager "I plumb ferget myself, your Honour," laughed the cowpuncher as he coiled his rope. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country Some one struck at the cowpuncher over the heads of those about him. The Big-Town Round-Up The cowpuncher threw himself into his saddle, on which he sat, stolidly awaiting the arrival of the Pony Riders. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains A remark made by the little cowpuncher surprised his friend. The Sheriff's Son "This is the life," the cowpuncher assured his foe cheerfully after dodging a blow that was like the kick of a mule. Steve Yeager An ordinary cowpuncher, to all appearance, and yet—something in the flash of the eyes, the downward curve of the corners of the lips aroused the girl's interest. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country The postmaster handed them to the little cowpuncher. The Big-Town Round-Up Tad's eyes were sparkling from the experiences of the evening, as well as from the praise bestowed upon him by the big cowpuncher. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains But he left his high cowpuncher's boots behind. The Sheriff's Son The cowpuncher had offered no resistance to being tied except a passive one. Steve Yeager Then, without waiting for her to reply, he whirled his horse and swung off at top speed to join the other cowpunchers who were racing in the wake of the Mayor. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country The cowpuncher gently but strongly pushed them back. The Big-Town Round-Up The meal was nearly half-finished when the cowpunchers were startled by a volley of revolver shots accompanied by a chorus of shrill yells. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains String Beans did not make so much of a hit as a cowpuncher. Injun and Whitey to the Rescue Ruth liked this brown, lithe cowpuncher, all sinew and bone and muscle. Steve Yeager The cowpuncher leaned an elbow on the bar, elevated a foot to the rail, and producing tobacco and a book of brown papers, proceeded to roll a cigarette. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country The little cowpuncher did a war dance of joy while he clung to his friend's hand. The Big-Town Round-Up By this time the cowpunchers had joined in the shouting. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains And winding across it, clear off near the horizon, they saw tiny specks which represented mules and horses, laden with the sacks of precious ore, and its escort of cowpunchers. Injun and Whitey to the Rescue Vaqueros brushed shoulders with Chinese laundrymen, cowpunchers with soldiers, peons with cattlemen from Arizona and Texas. Steve Yeager The cowpuncher nodded, lighted his cigarette, and picking the bottle up by the neck, poured a few drops into his glass. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country Long before the cowpuncher had finished his story of hog-tying the Swede to a hitching-post with his own hose, the mining man was sealed of the large tribe of Clay Lindsay's admirers. The Big-Town Round-Up Off toward the camp a succession of flashes like fireflies told the cowpunchers on guard that their companions were racing to their assistance as fast as horseflesh could carry them. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains This attracted some of the cowpunchers, and they roared, too. Injun and Whitey to the Rescue Yeager's left shot forward, all the weight and muscle of one hundred and seventy pounds of live cowpuncher behind it. Steve Yeager The cowpuncher paused and the bartender picked up his glass. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country "I don't want to be interrupted while I'm sellin' you this suit, Mr. Bernstein," the cowpuncher told him easily, and he proceeded to unwrap the damp package under his arm. The Big-Town Round-Up The cowpunchers began to laugh as they rode up and observed the boy's tattered condition. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains The boys had not succeeded in confirming their suspicions against Henry Dorgan, and if Dorgan felt any resentment against them, or against the old cowpuncher who had defended them, he failed to show it. Injun and Whitey to the Rescue He's a find, if you ask me—the real thing in cowpunchers. Steve Yeager The cowpuncher laughed shortly, and his black eyes narrowed, as he leaned closer. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country The cowpuncher drew the hose tight, slipped the nozzle through the iron ring, and caught the flapping arms of the man to his body. The Big-Town Round-Up He had had one experience with the ill-natured cowpuncher that day and did not care for another. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains As it was early, no doubt the boys would soon appear at the bunk house, to listen to the sort of Arabian Nights' entertainment that was afforded by the tales of the cowpunchers. Injun and Whitey to the Rescue The cowpuncher did not bat an eye at this innocent suggestion. Steve Yeager The cowpuncher noted that Cinnabar Joe ceased suddenly to puff his cigar. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country The proprietor of the café seized the cowpuncher by the arm hurriedly. The Big-Town Round-Up It came almost before the words were out of the cowpuncher's mouth. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains And far into the night the old cowpuncher thought of this other page, added to the book that was to entertain him as he went down the steeper side of the hill of life. Injun and Whitey to the Rescue "A hundred and eighty years old," answered the cowpuncher promptly with a grin. Steve Yeager The bartender's cigar had gone out and the cowpuncher saw that his face was a shade paler. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country Both of the men were watching the cowpuncher as steadily as alley cats do a housefinch. The Big-Town Round-Up "That boy's got the making of a great cowpuncher in him," said the foreman, nodding his head approvingly. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains The old cowpuncher, he of the Custer story, came and stood by Bill Jordan. Injun and Whitey to the Rescue "Oncet I knew a fellow who lived to be 'most ninety minding his own business," observed the cowpuncher to the world in general as he held up and examined his work. Steve Yeager The cowpuncher ceased speaking and produced his "makings" while the other stood gazing straight before him, the dead cigar still gripped in the corner of his mouth. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country The cowpuncher's hat was traveling in a circle propelled by red, freckled hands. The Big-Town Round-Up "Whoop!" shouted Tad in high glee, waving his hat triumphantly to the watching cowpunchers. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains If any cowpunchers mistook his white-clad figure for a ghost, they couldn't shoot him—he was going too fast. Injun and Whitey to the Rescue The cowpuncher felt in the pit of his stomach the same sensation he had known when an elevator in Denver had dropped beneath his feet too suddenly. Steve Yeager He stopped abruptly and looked the cowpuncher squarely in the eye. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country An hour later the little cowpuncher was gazing wistfully at the hitching-post. The Big-Town Round-Up Instead of reaching the muley steer, the loop caught the left hind foot of the cowpuncher's galloping pony. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains So at last they returned to their own tent, to the yarn-spinning threshers and the silent old cowpuncher. Injun and Whitey to the Rescue The cowpuncher said it smilingly, with a manner of negligent competence that came from an experience of many dangers faced, of many perilous ways safely trodden. Steve Yeager "Come over to the office 'til I get what I need and I'll bring him around all right!" broke in the doctor and hurried away, with the cowpuncher close at his heels. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country She had already long since drawn from the cowpuncher the story of how Miss Beatrice had rejected his proposal that she take an interest in her. The Big-Town Round-Up The cowpunchers scrambled to their feet with growls of disapproval, demanding to know what the row was about. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains Hence, the bartenders, hold-up men, cowpunchers—whom it would be fatal to ask where they came from—the blacksmiths, and the store-keepers. Injun and Whitey to the Rescue He was no longer dressed in the outfit of a cowpuncher, but wore a gray street suit and a Panama straw hat. Steve Yeager Moistening his lips with his tongue, the cowpuncher turned abruptly on his heel. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country He had read somewhere that one can never find an officer when he is wanted, but the Bull-of-Bashan roar of the cowpuncher brought them running from all directions. The Big-Town Round-Up He no longer heard the shouts of encouragement from the cowpunchers. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains Besides, near Phoenix he had inspected a gigantic irrigation project, and had talked long with the engineer in charge, and he had learned many things that would not have interested the average cowpuncher. Square Deal Sanderson As soon as he caught sight of the cowpuncher he strode forward. Steve Yeager There was a sudden flash of daring in her eyes as she turned to the cowpuncher. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country Simultaneously the cowpuncher pressed the button beside the door and plunged the room in darkness. The Big-Town Round-Up Half a dozen cowpunchers had plunged their ponies into the river, and were swimming toward the spot where Tad had been seen to go down, while the foreman was shouting frantic orders at them. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains With no delay whatever, Williams and his men and the Double A cowpunchers were headed for the ranchhouse, their horses running hard. Square Deal Sanderson He conceded the boyish cowpuncher a beautiful trim figure, with breadth of shoulder, grace of poise, and long, flowing muscles that rippled under the healthy skin like those of a panther in motion. Steve Yeager "It's all owin' to politics," continued the cowpuncher, rolling and lighting a cigarette. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country Why was I, an ordinary and rather dirty cowpuncher, not sent as usual to the men's bunk house? The Killer The cowpuncher's mount went down, its nose burrowing into the turf. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains Sanderson had seen the oncoming riders, but he attached no importance to their appearance, for cowpunchers often rode in groups to some outlying camp, and these men might belong to some ranch in the vicinity. Square Deal Sanderson Only by his catlike agility and the toughness born of many clean years in the saddle did the cowpuncher weather for the time the hurricane that lashed at him. Steve Yeager The cowpuncher emphasized his remarks by boring the muzzle even deeper into the unctuous periphery of the proprietor. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country There were about twenty riders—cowpunchers and the like; "stunt riders," for the most part. Ruth Fielding in the Great Northwest Or, The Indian Girl Star of the Movies The cowpuncher's rope whined through the air and settled down upon the shoulders of the animal. Gunsight Pass How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West I'm only a bone-headed cowpuncher, but even cowpunchers can play square. The Lonesome Trail and Other Stories He beat down the cowpuncher's defense21 and mauled him savagely with all the punishing skill of his craft. Steve Yeager "Broke!" exclaimed the cowpuncher, "you don't mean you've done lost all that there six hundred an' forty-eight bucks?" The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country They even discovered and visited several pioneer families—"nesters" in the language of the cowpunchers and stockmen—who welcomed the Eastern girls with vast curiosity. Ruth Fielding in the Great Northwest Or, The Indian Girl Star of the Movies The squat cowpuncher's eyes moved back to the aspens and found there the owner of the D Bar Lazy R. "Wha'dya want?" he growled sullenly. Gunsight Pass How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West "I expect I haven't got a thing to tell you that would help any," he drawled, his eye full on that of the cowpuncher. Mavericks Snarling, he rose from his seat and faced the cowpuncher. Steve Yeager The other glared malevolently as the cowpuncher approached the bar with a grin. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country In five she was laying down the law to the sheriff, just as though he were one of her father's cowpunchers. The Thunder Bird "I'll sure come or else send you one," the cowpuncher promised, rising to meet Joyce. Gunsight Pass How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West The cowpuncher swallowed once or twice in a dry throat and blurted out, "I got something to tell you before I go, Polly." A Man Four-Square At any time he was ready with a sneer for what he called the cowpuncher's "grandstanding." Steve Yeager The cowpuncher smoked for a time in silence. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country Thet cowpuncher has been lovesick over you since you were a little girl. The Mysterious Rider The throats of the cowpunchers filled with alkali dust and their eyes grew red and sore from it. Gunsight Pass How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West The cowpunchers had picked mounts, but it was plain they could not overhaul the Apaches before the Indians captured the girl. A Man Four-Square The first thing he did was to remove the automatic revolver from the cowpuncher's chaps, the second to wind the rope tightly around his legs. Steve Yeager As the cowpuncher disappeared through the door, Cinnabar Joe's eyes narrowed. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country One of Baker's cowpunchers from up the valley. The Mysterious Rider The cowpuncher made it his business to loaf on Larimer Street for the rest of the day. Gunsight Pass How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West But it was all one to the cowpuncher. A Man Four-Square It was the Mexican who sat with his back to the wall that drew and held the cowpuncher's eye. Steve Yeager Little knots of cowpunchers stood about drinking at the bar or discussing the coming celebration. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country Andy, being a cowpuncher of the brand known as a "real," objected strongly both to the term and the tone. The Happy Family The cowpuncher walked the streets while he thought it over. Gunsight Pass How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West The cowpunchers flung their ponies down the sharp incline recklessly. A Man Four-Square Not for a moment did she doubt that the cowpuncher had written it. Steve Yeager There was no response and the cowpuncher crossed to the door at a bound. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country Being a cowpuncher, it may be that he did not handle the oars as well as an experienced riverman, but any rapid could be used for an insert. Through the Grand Canyon from Wyoming to Mexico The cowpuncher looked up and waved his hand. Gunsight Pass How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West The gaze of the cowpuncher followed her as she went down the street light and graceful as a fawn. A Man Four-Square The cowpuncher knew fairly well the political rumors that were afloat in regard to the situation in northern Mexico. Steve Yeager The cowpuncher listened without comment until the other had finished. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country Six cowpunchers of the Cibolo Ranch were waiting around the door of the ranch store. Heart of the West [Annotated] The cattleman and the cowpuncher looked at each other without verbal comment. Gunsight Pass How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West This lean, sunbaked cowpuncher with the kind eyes and quiet efficiency of bearing had impressed himself upon her as no other man had. A Man Four-Square He wore plain shiny leather chaps and the usual high-heeled boots of a cowpuncher. Steve Yeager Even Endicott joined in the laugh that greeted the man's words and, detaining a cowpuncher to ride on either side of the prisoner, the officer solemnly led the way toward town. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country "I'm the quickest man on the trigger that ever came over the trail," said a cowpuncher to me one night in a saloon in Abilene. Reed Anthony, Cowman The short cowpuncher walked in and closed the door behind him. Gunsight Pass How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West But he had seen him only as one of a group of cowpunchers and not as an individual enemy, whereas it was quite certain that Go-Get-'Em Jim would recognize him. A Man Four-Square The cowpuncher looked at him and spoke dryly. Steve Yeager At the door of the wooden hotel the cowpuncher swung from his horse. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country "You may," said the cowpuncher, and continued to roll his cigarette. The Night Horseman The ugly head of the racer came abreast of the cowpuncher. Gunsight Pass How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West Another bullet from across the river whistled past the cowpuncher. A Man Four-Square Now it's a dreadful thing to be butted to death by a nanny-goat, but for a full-sized cowpuncher to be held up by a soldier is worse yet. Red Saunders His Adventures West & East The cowpuncher grinned: "Thanks, Jennie, I'm right proud to know you think I wouldn't steal your horse." The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country "Doc," said the cowpuncher sarcastically, "there ain't no doubt you got a wonderful brain!" The Night Horseman The cowpuncher knew exactly how to make the turn with the least possible loss of speed and ground. Gunsight Pass How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West When he and Lee emerged from the river-bed to the bank above, the first thing he saw was a group of cowpunchers shaking hands gayly with the two fugitives. A Man Four-Square A cowpuncher who has ridden the range since he was sixteen should not shirk a night ride in a blizzard, or fear losing the trail. The Long Shadow With whoops of approbation and a deafening chorus of yowls and catcalls, the cowpunchers crowded through the door. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country One of the cowpunchers went ahead bearing the light. The Night Horseman The cowpuncher returned to camp for breakfast and got permission of the foreman to look for the missing horses. Gunsight Pass How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West The cowpuncher had gone back to primitive instincts and elected the blood feud as the necessary form of reprisal. A Man Four-Square In fact, the rage of the cowpunchers was steadily growing. Alcatraz Up these steps rode a couple of cowpunchers while the rest drew up sharply at the very edge of the platform. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country And beside them the lantern-jawed cowpuncher held the bridle of the piebald mustang. The Night Horseman The big fellow laid a paper on the breast of the cowpuncher. Gunsight Pass How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West Half an hour later they saw the dust of the cowpunchers taking the trail for the berrendo. A Man Four-Square They could only take him by tying every hoof and dragging him, and such force Marianne would not let the cowpunchers use. Alcatraz The Texan fitted the key into the huge padlock and a moment later the door swung open and a dozen cowpunchers swarmed in. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country It was done, and a lantern-jawed cowpuncher brought out a piebald gelding with long ears and sleepy eyes. The Night Horseman Another man, one not visible to the cowpuncher, was announcing a decision and giving an order. Gunsight Pass How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West The cowpuncher omitted to tell her that he had baked a dozen more or less and knew all about it. A Man Four-Square Another volley roared from the cursing cowpunchers behind them, but every bullet flew wide as the chestnut swerved. Alcatraz The cowpuncher whirled and spurred his horse to overtake the cowboys who, with the prisoner in charge, were already well out upon the trail. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country But wild confusion was on the crowd of cowpunchers. The Night Horseman The young cowpuncher found himself the active center of a cyclone. Gunsight Pass How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West It lay limp and slack where the cowpuncher set it down. A Man Four-Square Even the cowpunchers, when they came to the gate, talked softly. Alcatraz "Throw the rope over that limb—the big one that sticks out this way," ordered the Texan, and a cowpuncher complied. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country There was that about him which made the doctor hesitate to address the cowpuncher. The Night Horseman The heart of the cowpuncher beat fast with excitement. Gunsight Pass How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West Temporarily she took the two cowpunchers into her circle and browbeat them shamefully with an impudent little twinkle in her eyes. A Man Four-Square At the end of the five minutes Alcatraz was hopelessly beyond reach and the cowpuncher merely galloped to the highest hilltop to watch the runner. Alcatraz Beside the fire the half-breed helped Tex wash the dishes, the while he regarded the cowpuncher shrewdly as if to fathom what was passing in his mind. The Texan A Story of the Cattle Country Now the cowpuncher's saddle is a heavy mass of leather and steel, and the saddle of Mac Strann was far larger than the ordinary. The Night Horseman One hundred and sixty pounds of steel-muscled cowpuncher landed on his midriff and the six-shooter went clattering away to a far corner of the room. Gunsight Pass How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West Not a muscle twitched in the lean, brown face of the young cowpuncher. A Man Four-Square He lived and slept and ate among his cowpunchers and that was one reason for his hold over them. Alcatraz The other cast a somewhat wistful eye of doubt upon the cowpuncher. Trailin'! "She's been in there again, I guess," muttered the cowpuncher, as he stepped back, scowling. The Night Horseman Dave rode forward to confer with the owner of the D Bar Lazy R. For three seconds his back was turned to the squat cowpuncher. Gunsight Pass How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West The cowpuncher was as lithe and clean of build as a mastiff, but it was the steady candor of his honest eye that spoke most potently. A Man Four-Square And he's gathered a lot of fighting men for cowpunchers on the ranch. Alcatraz Gregory, in the meantime, silenced by the mysterious signs from his fellow cowpunchers, took his place and began eating without another word. Trailin'! The cowpuncher pushed back his hat and scratched his head. The Night Horseman "Me for the hay, Dave," the cowpuncher said when he had finished. Gunsight Pass How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West The cowpuncher carried his friend out from the cave and put him down gently in the sand. A Man Four-Square A cowpuncher rocked across the blur of her vision on his pony, halted, and swung down in front of the stable across the street. Alcatraz Over the prostrate form of the cowpuncher he leaped, and into the night, where the white face of Sally greeted him. Trailin'! The doctor straightened in the chair, polished his glasses, and peered once more at the cowpuncher. The Night Horseman He tried to give a cowpuncher's yell of joy. Gunsight Pass How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West This young rider had broken the first law of the cowpuncher, to be on the job in time of trouble and to stay there as long as he could back a horse. A Man Four-Square Indeed her anger at the whole species called "cowpuncher" now focused to a burning-point on him of the gilded spurs. Alcatraz The cowpuncher was completely covered, except for his head and feet. Trailin'! Now, between the doctor and the cowpuncher, such a silence began. The Night Horseman When he had brought her home to his famous ranch, willing for a while to be her slave and give her everything she wanted, she had found Nick a cowpuncher among other cowpunchers. The Port of Adventure The cowpuncher turned to Pauline, who had come to the door and stood there. A Man Four-Square Looking down the street away from the storming giant and the laughing cowpuncher, she saw that other folk had come out to watch, Westernlike. Alcatraz He ran out and stopped a wrangling noise of the cowpunchers several times. Trailin'! Even as improvident a cowpuncher as Johnny Croft had been likes to own a "private" horse,—one that is his own and can be ridden when and where the owner chooses. Jean of the Lazy A Wes, disgusted, went over to where a solitary cowpuncher was engaged in shoeing a horse. The Mountains The cowpuncher picked up his hat and walked out. A Man Four-Square Out of this maze he appeared again in a flash of straight galloping, used the impetus for a dozen jarring bucks, then reared and toppled backward to crush the cowpuncher against the earth. Alcatraz A breath like the faint sighing of wind reached them; the cowpunchers were resigned, and started now to roll their Durham. Trailin'! While she drawled the last biting sentences, she stuck her toe in the stirrup and went up into the saddle as easily as any cowpuncher in the country could have done. Jean of the Lazy A But Wyllis Elliot had not married a half-breed, nor been shot in a cowpunchers' brawl, nor wrecked by bad whisky, nor appropriated by a smirched adventuress. The Troll Garden and Selected Stories The young woman walked straight up to the big cowpuncher. A Man Four-Square As far as he could follow the course, that blinding speed was not abated, and the cowpuncher watched with a lump growing in his throat. Alcatraz The cowpunchers manned a bucket line, but the source of water was far away, the line too long, and the flames gained faster than they could be quenched. Trailin'! His cowpuncher teachers are the kind "who know what a cow is thinking of before she knows herself." Guide to Life and Literature of the Southwest, with a Few Observations Above it rose a cowpuncher hat, then a silk shirt with a string tie, and after that a sage baggage burro with clipped ears, a solemn-faced pony, and an Indian. Over the Pass The cowpuncher blushed at his own awkward phrasing of the situation, yet the thing had to be said and he knew no other way to say it. A Man Four-Square He had even sensed, behind him, the rising of the cowpunchers as the girl talked but at this appeal to their spirit of fair-play they settled down again. Alcatraz It might have been merely that he did not wish to precede the cowpuncher on a trail which he did not know. Trailin'! A Montana cowpuncher named "Fiddle Back" Sinclair was her second, and Robert Ellsworth Cowan became the third. Guide to Life and Literature of the Southwest, with a Few Observations He sat down on the chair opposite his father's and laid his faded cowpuncher hat and the rose on the desk. Over the Pass Bits of repartee, which are the salt of the cowpuncher's life, were flung across the fire from one; to another. A Man Four-Square The bowed head and rounded shoulders of Red Perris brought a chuckle from the cowpunchers. Alcatraz The roan greeted him with a volley from both heels that narrowly missed the head of Nash, but the cowpuncher merely smiled tolerantly. Trailin'! James F. Hinkle, in his Early Days of a Cowboy on the Pecos, Roswell, New Mexico, 1937, says: "One noticeable characteristic of the cowpunchers was that they did not talk much." Guide to Life and Literature of the Southwest, with a Few Observations But tossing a cowpuncher hat out of a window into Broadway was easier than tossing a thing out of mind. Over the Pass |
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