| 单词 | double-barrelled |
| 例句 | Eagle-eyed viewers noticed that two male antelopes in last year’s Zootopia – which won the best animation Oscar at the 2017 awards – shared a double-barrelled surname, but their exact relationship was never made explicit. Beauty and the Beast to feature first 'exclusively gay moment' in a Disney movie 2017-03-01T05:00:00Z The double-barrelled success of True Grit, then and now, spreads well beyond those conservative gunslingers. True Grit: Rooster to the rescue 2011-02-06T21:31:00Z An extraordinary interview with “double-barrelled” Hazel, who talked openly about the effect her condition has had on her – and may have on her if she wants to have children – is the standout so far. There's a search for a fifth meat – and 19 other things podcasts taught us in 2016 2016-12-27T05:00:00Z He discovers that an unfortunate boy from Oxford with a double-barrelled name is sitting near the front, yet resists putting the boot in. Edinburgh festival from dusk till dawn 2010-08-11T20:31:00Z When I started, it was double-barrelled surnames, sons of diplomats and kids wearing rugby shirts, and in my time it became more Jewish and more Asian. Riz Ahmed: actor, rapper, ranter 2013-04-27T08:00:00Z Harry, Charles and the double-barrelled one were likened to Interpol and Editors first time around, but New White Lies sounds like Old White Lies, which is no bad thing. This week's new singles 2011-01-01T00:05:38Z Overall, Hakim believes that they "order these matters better in France", what with their – alleged – toleration of extramarital affairs and superior female personal grooming, to which the double-barrelled rejoinder is surely: Strauss-Kahn. Honey Money: The Power of Erotic Capital by Catherine Hakim ? review 2011-08-19T09:00:02Z Wearing homemade bullet-proof vests, they train their weapons - mostly old single and double-barrelled shotguns - on a rival bunker less than a mile away. Torture, rape, killings: An Indian state's brutal conflict 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z Nearby, a Kuki woman, wearing a black T-shirt, camouflage trousers and holding a double-barrelled gun, said she felt safer taking up arms against the Meiteis. In India's brutal ethnic war, women are participants as well as victims 2023-08-08T04:00:00Z Alderton denied one count of possession of a firearm - a double-barrelled shotgun - with intent to cause fear of violence to another person. Stephen Alderton admits gunshot murders of father and son 2023-06-28T04:00:00Z A double-barrelled shotgun was used in the shooting that happened on the first day back at school after the summer holidays. Kesgrave schoolboy shooting: Boy, 16, jailed for attempted murder 2021-11-01T04:00:00Z Court documents listed the guns as the G&M shotgun, an American Western Field 12-bore pump action repeater shotgun and a German Muller 12-bore double-barrelled shotgun. ‘Gun error’ claim over 1972 murder case 2020-10-05T04:00:00Z They most often used double-barrelled shotguns, rifles and carbines. The Killing Times: the massacres of Aboriginal people Australia must confront 2019-03-03T05:00:00Z She got her first gun as a present from her parents when she was seven - a double-barrelled shotgun. 'People against gun control haven't been shot at' 2018-03-22T04:00:00Z These days many women keep their own name when they marry, and couples are increasingly opting for a double-barrelled or merged name. Why I took my wife's last name 2018-01-17T05:00:00Z Trump’s double-barrelled criticism led to a swift backlash from superstars such as the Cleveland Cavaliers’ LeBron James, who are as adept at Twitter as the president. Trump picks fights with the NFL and the NBA — and top athletes fight back 2017-09-23T04:00:00Z The double-barrelled approach, said Trudeau, echoes his government’s broader effort to address the tensions currently wreaking havoc on the political status quo around the world. Justin Trudeau: 'Globalisation isn't working for ordinary people' 2016-12-15T05:00:00Z The 60-year-old defendant is also charged with possessing a sawn-off, 12 bore double-barrelled shotgun, shotgun cartridges, a pistol and ammunition with intent to endanger life and possessing a imitation Walther pistol. Murder trial hears from image expert 2015-03-09T04:00:00Z Guards with double-barrelled shotguns stalk the perimeters of many restaurants, a standard courtesy in a region where homicide rates are almost ten times what they are in the United States. Mister Donut for Mayor 2014-11-21T05:00:00Z According to CBC, witness Scott Walsh reported seeing a man running with a double-barrelled shotgun jumped over the stone wall that surrounds Parliament Hill. Can Canada preserve its openness? 2014-10-23T04:00:00Z Richardson has been at the centre of so many sexual-harassment allegations that one might be forgiven for thinking "Richardson Denies" was his double-barrelled surname. Lady Gaga, Miley Cyrus and the rape generation 2014-06-24T04:00:00Z Three men of the men, wearing black balaclavas and armed with a double-barrelled shotgun, an axe and a sledgehammer, charged at the van. Thirteen jailed for prison van break 2014-04-29T17:48:18Z My maiden name is double-barrelled - Gonsalves-Barriero - from my father's Portuguese heritage. US woman celebrates name victory 2013-09-15T17:37:42Z Armed with a double-barrelled shotgun, an axe and petrol, he let himself into the house in Bartram Avenue just before midnight on 5 June 2011. Murder family given bloodied ring 2012-10-18T17:33:14Z Ms Millican was shot with an antique, double-barrelled shotgun which dated back as far as the late 19th century. Man guilty of launderette murder 2012-07-03T14:06:59Z This double-barrelled compliment he took as favourable to himself, and after a short further conversation he left. A Lad of Grit A Story of Adventure on Land and Sea in Restoration Times 2012-04-21T02:00:23.363Z As a result of these manoeuvres, Mr Karamehmet was hit by double-barrelled litigation. Turkish corporate governance: The battle for Turkcell 2012-04-19T15:09:45Z These were a double-barrelled rifle by Purday, some handsome Bohemian glass vases, and the horse upon which he himself rode when he met the King. March to Magdala 2012-04-19T02:00:32.620Z Several of them had died in their tents, and one, believed to have been an officer, was described as lying on his double-barrelled gun, with his telescope yet strapped to his shoulders. The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 3 2012-04-03T02:00:31.900Z The musketeers carried matchlocks, useless in wet weather, and European-made double-barrelled guns, muskets, and pistols, generally of very inferior quality. Ti-Ping Tien-Kwoh The History of the Ti-Ping Revolution (Volume I) 2012-03-19T02:00:25.027Z Slyne's heart almost stopped beating at that, and one of his hands involuntarily slipped round to where, in a padded pocket within the arm-hole of his thin evening-coat, he had a little double-barrelled pistol concealed. The White Blackbird 2012-03-10T03:00:15.513Z All the firearms being secured, Dr. Hayes stood at one side of the door outside with a double-barrelled shot-gun, and Stephenson on the other with a rifle. North-Pole Voyages 2012-03-01T03:00:27.283Z At the conclusion of the interview the envoy was presented with a horse and a double-barrelled gun. March to Magdala 2012-04-19T02:00:32.620Z Scarcely had this become known, when guns, rifles, double-barrelled rifles, pistols, and daggers came in, till we had enough to leave some for a future party that might be sent out. Pine Needles 2012-02-20T03:00:19.367Z On looking round, I saw a soldier within a few steps, presenting a double-barrelled gun; another soldier was standing near, heavily armed. The Iron Furnace Slavery and Secession 2012-02-14T03:00:24.963Z I did not like this, for the sowars had good double-barrelled guns, and were in Persian uniform, and had been given me for three days, but there was no help for it. Journeys in Persia and Kurdistan, Volume II (of 2) Including a Summer in the Upper Karun Region and a Visit to the Nestorian Rayahs 2012-02-12T03:00:11.843Z They were much astonished at our double-barrelled guns, with percussion locks and safety caps. Travels in the Interior of North America, Part I, (Being Chapters I-XV of the London Edition, 1843) Early Western Travels, 1748-1846, Volume XXII 2012-02-08T03:00:17.410Z The principal articles of value, with the exception of some crosses, are of English manufacture, double-barrelled guns, &c.; in fact, the presents which the English Government sent out by Rassam. March to Magdala 2012-04-19T02:00:32.620Z Nat himself intended to carry only his sword, and a double-barrelled pistol in his belt. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z Patriarchy remains entrenched in countries like Italy that refuse to allow married women to pass their maiden names on to their children, even in a double-barrelled surname. Baby names: Thanks, mum 2012-01-12T16:04:23Z He looked like a Sicilian brigand, very handsome and well dressed, walked with a long elastic stride, and was armed with a double-barrelled gun and two revolvers. Journeys in Persia and Kurdistan, Volume II (of 2) Including a Summer in the Upper Karun Region and a Visit to the Nestorian Rayahs 2012-02-12T03:00:11.843Z The owner was not a little astonished at my double-barrelled percussion gun. Travels in the Interior of North America, Part I, (Being Chapters I-XV of the London Edition, 1843) Early Western Travels, 1748-1846, Volume XXII 2012-02-08T03:00:17.410Z The usual weight of the 12-bore double-barrelled game gun is from 6 to 7 ℔ with barrels 30 in. long, there, however, being a present tendency to barrels of a shorter length. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 6 "Groups, Theory of" to "Gwyniad" 2011-12-16T03:00:12.320Z The bear is there, undoubtedly, for, see, he gives one anxious glance at his rifle—it is a double-barrelled bone-crusher. Wild Adventures round the Pole The Cruise of the "Snowbird" Crew in the "Arrandoon" 2011-12-15T03:00:12.560Z Some of his sharpest bullets were fired from a double-barrelled gun. The Making of William Edwards or The Story of the Bridge of Beauty 2011-12-07T03:00:17.867Z The next day I rode down the river to seek sea-cows, taking as usual my double-barrelled rifles. Natural History in Anecdote Illustrating the nature, habits, manners and customs of animals, birds, fishes, reptiles, etc., etc., etc. 2011-11-12T03:00:32.773Z With his left hand Lord Berkeley seized the weapon and turned it away, while with his right he pushed the short double-barrelled gun he had with him against the robber’s body, and fired once. The Bath Road History, Fashion, & Frivolity on an Old Highway 2011-11-06T02:00:11.073Z The mountaineer and the ecclesiastic were oddly combined in his attire; for with the cassock and band he wore leathern gaiters, a powder-pouch and a cartridge-box; while across his shoulders was slung a double-barrelled musket. A Night on the Borders of the Black Forest 2011-10-12T02:00:51.367Z I dare say it really was myself who pulled those two triggers of my double-barrelled rifle, but at the time I felt as if I had nothing at all to do with it. Wild Adventures round the Pole The Cruise of the "Snowbird" Crew in the "Arrandoon" 2011-12-15T03:00:12.560Z W., upon the West Coast of King William Island, May 30, 1859:— Two double-barrelled guns, one barrel in each is loaded. In the Arctic Seas A Narrative of the Discovery of the Fate of Sir John Franklin and his Companions 2011-10-10T02:00:18.377Z From daybreak to sundown," continued the squatter, "we defended ourselves with a Winchester, a double-barrelled shot-gun, and an old muzzle-loading rifle. My Lord Duke 2011-09-09T02:01:11.940Z Captain Hardy soon found out that the boy could shoot, so he gave him a short, light double-barrelled rifle, and Harry used to go out regularly to stalk seals, when the old sealing commenced. Harry Milvaine The Wanderings of a Wayward Boy 2011-09-08T02:00:23.340Z But from behind the walls bloomed out against them rolls of white smoke and darts of flame; heavy cannon, arquebuses, double-barrelled guns, muskets thundered simultaneously; the earth was shaken in its foundations. The Deluge, Vol. II. (of 2) An Historical Novel of Poland, Sweden, and Russia. 2011-09-05T02:00:23.933Z Here were a pair of double-barrelled pistols, four lives in my hands? In a Glass Darkly, v. 2/3 2011-08-25T02:00:31.597Z I examined my horse gear and weapons, opened a packet of cartridges for my double-barrelled rifle, and then rode in the direction of the Leone. The Backwoodsman or, Life on the Indian Frontier 2011-08-17T02:00:27.330Z One man was some distance away with a telescope slung over his shoulders, and underneath his body was a double-barrelled gun. The Romance of Polar Exploration Interesting Descriptions of Arctic and Antarctic Adventure from the Earliest Time to the Voyage of the ?Discovery? 2011-07-22T02:00:16.487Z It was a Friday lunchtime when a gunman walked into the petrol station shop and pointed a double-barrelled shotgun at Rais. Day to live 2011-07-19T12:20:42Z On both sides of Yanov, among the birch groves, Boguslav gave orders to make intrenchments and to occupy them with double-barrelled guns and infantry. The Deluge, Vol. II. (of 2) An Historical Novel of Poland, Sweden, and Russia. 2011-09-05T02:00:23.933Z You know my little double-barrelled Adams, don’t you?” One Maid's Mischief 2011-07-15T02:00:22.283Z Yes, sir, an unprincipled scoundrel,” he added, rolling the words, in his delight at having hit upon a good, sounding, double-barrelled epithet. Fordham's Feud 2011-07-05T02:00:31.267Z He hoped it was in working order; and even then the worst of it was he had not had much experience of revolvers, and would have greatly preferred a double-barrelled shot gun. The Red Derelict 2011-07-05T02:00:30.143Z This person discharged a double-barrelled gun, then, running out, brandished a blazing firebrand to attract attention evidently, at which I started forward. A Claim on Klondyke A Romance of the Arctic El Dorado 2011-07-03T02:00:07.507Z He called for his double-barrelled gun, and having himself charged one of the barrels with ball, he ordered a pigeon to be let loose, which he instantly brought down, to the astonishment of the beholders. Travels in the Steppes of the Caspian Sea, the Crimea, the Caucasus, &c. 2011-06-25T02:00:14.203Z After this he hurriedly put on his best suit of clothes, and took down his trusty double-barrelled gun and its appurtenances from where they hung to the wattled roof. By Veldt and Kopje 2011-06-15T02:00:20.067Z He had seen a double-barrelled mechanism like this only once before—property of a Spanish diplomat in London, a dandy far more skilled dancing the bourree than managing a weapon. Caribbee 2011-06-05T02:00:16.273Z On being called on by the police to surrender, he placed the muzzle of a double-barrelled gun to his mouth and blew out his brains. Norfolk Annals A Chronological Record of Remarkable Events in the Nineteeth Century, Vol. 2 2011-05-25T02:00:19.650Z It was exactly like the discharge of a double-barrelled gun. A Claim on Klondyke A Romance of the Arctic El Dorado 2011-07-03T02:00:07.507Z A double-barrelled gun on the wall near by, with its–stock aimed at him, took away much of his courage. Hesperus or Forty-Five Dog-Post-Days Vol. II A Biography 2011-05-14T02:00:08.440Z I sat in the wagon grasping my double-barrelled gun. By Veldt and Kopje 2011-06-15T02:00:20.067Z An English carbine, which would send a pointed bullet four thousand yards, hung at the saddle-bow; and a pair of double-barrelled pistols, as true as duelling pistols, rested in the holsters. The Prussian Terror 2011-05-04T02:00:15.170Z One of the items was 12-bore double-barrelled shotgun, found in a hedge close to a robbery at Sardis for which the defendant was convicted in 1998. Double murder trial shotgun links 2011-04-18T13:06:51Z The doctor levelled a double-barrelled gun at their heads, and threatened to shoot the first man who attempted to enter. The Last Laird of MacNab An Episode in the Settlement of MacNab Township, Upper Canada 2011-04-14T02:00:54.620Z In order not to catch cold he had thrown a red blanket over his shoulders and in his hand he held a double-barrelled pistol. In the Year '13 A Tale of Mecklenburg Life 2011-04-14T02:00:53.733Z He carried his double-barrelled gun, for guinea-fowl abounded, and he was desirous of shooting a couple for his supper. By Veldt and Kopje 2011-06-15T02:00:20.067Z "Hold!" shouted Sandy, as he drew a double-barrelled pistol from his bosom. The Knight Of Gwynne, Vol. I (of II) 2011-04-04T02:00:09.197Z But they are soon to learn it; almost instantly after hearing a shot, and then quick succeeding it another, as the discharges from a double-barrelled gun. The Lost Mountain A Tale of Sonora 2011-03-23T02:00:19.250Z It is claimed he pulled out a double-barrelled shotgun and forced them all to lie face down on the ground. Four 'executed in double murders' 2011-03-22T13:18:05Z "As to me," quoth the Prince of Gerolstein, drawing two double-barrelled pistols from his pockets, "I shall singe the heads of four of these brigands!" The Sword of Honor, volumes 1 & 2 or The Foundation of the French Republic, A Tale of The French Revolution 2011-03-21T02:00:09.090Z He laughed hilariously at the Captain's stories, and, with some double-barrelled oaths, announced his determination to return to the worship of the heathen gods and to increase the number of his wives. A Modern Buccaneer 2011-03-02T03:00:23.990Z Circular in form, and destitute of the wonted Abyssinian pillar in the centre, the massive and lofty clay walls of the chamber glittered with a profusion of silver ornaments, emblazoned shields, matchlocks, and double-barrelled guns. The Highlands of Ethiopia 2011-02-25T03:01:07.193Z The lecturer went on to explain what was meant by either member of what perhaps they would permit her to call this double-barrelled social remedy. Marriage 2011-02-22T03:00:06.867Z Before Stock left Peddie, he sent the double-barrelled gun, which Colonel Somerset restored to him at the Gwanga, as a present to Sir Peregrine Maitland. The Cape and the Kaffirs A Diary of Five Years' Residence in Kaffirland 2011-02-19T03:01:12.480Z The flask of Cape brandy was added to the stores, and to each was given a small double-barrelled pistol. Jasper Lyle 2011-02-19T03:01:11.070Z His gratitude would be double-barrelled, and his happiness a surer shot. The Genial Idiot His Views and Reviews 2011-02-18T03:00:20.773Z The king seized a double-barrelled gun from the wall, lest the mighty warrior should attempt to storm the harem; and a high tribute was paid to the single arm which had thus cleared the court. The Highlands of Ethiopia 2011-02-25T03:01:07.193Z “Yes,” I said, reaching forward and taking my double-barrelled piece from its rest—“what is it?” The Guerilla Chief And other Tales 2011-02-10T03:00:53.627Z We have three repeating rifles in the house, two double-barrelled bucking guns, and four revolvers. Brother Against Brother The War on the Border 2011-02-09T03:00:46.430Z She showed a cutlass in her hand, and pointed to two double-barrelled pistols in a belt round her waist. The Fatal Cord And The Falcon Rover 2011-02-09T03:00:44.167Z This was also an arsenal or place of arms; a double-barrelled gun lay on a sofa. The New Irish Constitution 2011-02-06T03:00:57.247Z Deacon Farnham he fired first, and then I did, and Corry; and we all had double-barrelled guns, and we didn't one of us miss. Winter Fun 2011-01-25T03:00:22.297Z Each man was armed, almost as a matter of course in that day, though I carried a double-barrelled fowling-piece, instead of a rifle. The Chainbearer Or, The Littlepage Manuscripts 2011-01-13T03:01:05.707Z "Did I not tell you so?" said the old robber, getting up, and seizing a double-barrelled gun; "and there the fellow lies! he's as drunk as David's sow." The Village Notary 2011-01-03T03:00:57.863Z There she stood, Norah McLory, with a double-barrelled gun in one hand and a cleaver in the other, and a red shawl pinned all around her. The Red Mustang Rodolph, with perfect coolness, put his hand under his blouse, and took out a double-barrelled pistol, which he showed to the Schoolmaster, and then put into his pocket. The Mysteries of Paris, Volume 1 of 6 Frank seized his double-barrelled gun, and Lincoln his pistols. Illustrative Anecdotes of the Animal Kingdom During the night Amos got out of bed, went to another house, and stole the only double-barrelled shotgun in that town. The Story of a Strange Career Being the Autobiography of a Convict; an Authentic Document They are; four double-barrelled guns, and six pistols. The Village Notary 2011-01-03T03:00:57.863Z There are our clothes, linen, and books, your father's two double-barrelled guns, which, by the way, I do not think he has ever used since we have been married. Maori and Settler A Story of The New Zealand War The search elicited a double-barrelled breech-loading shot-gun, some empty shells, powder, shot, and a loading machine. Last Words And, as if mechanically, he drew forth a double-barrelled pistol from his breast, and looked fixedly at it. Roland Cashel Volume II (of II) And as he spoke there came the sound which they had once heard before, the pop! pop! of a double-barrelled gun, but this time much nearer to them, and much more alarming. The Story of a Red Deer The dog protested, and the office-seeker was proceeding to knock his ugly teeth down his throat with a pick-handle, when the door opened, and he found the muzzle of a double-barrelled shot-gun in his face. First Fam'lies of the Sierras Three or four of the passengers followed this advice and brought their muskets or double-barrelled guns on deck. Maori and Settler A Story of The New Zealand War The ice thus broken, the double-barrelled rifle spoke out boldly and decided the day—the doctor celebrating his triumph by a stentorian hurrah that completed the panic of the discomfited foe. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 62, No. 383, September 1847 You're told that before you enter a preserve your first duty is to see that your gun is properly loaded—all the better if it be a double-barrelled one. Jack Hinton The Guardsman "Maybe I can frighten the beast," thought Bob, as he drew his small double-barrelled pistol from his belt and fired. Harper's Round Table, June 18, 1895 Both are armed with a double-barrelled express rifle, revolver of heavy calibre, and sheath knife. Haviland's Chum To which Roden Musgrave would agree, from the double-barrelled motive of expediency, and the needless exertion entailed by maintaining the contrary. A Veldt Official A Novel of Circumstance She carried a double-barrelled breech-loader—rifle and shot cartridge—and there was a warrior flash in her eyes visible in the moonlight, which told that she meant to use it, too, if occasion required. Renshaw Fanning's Quest A Tale of the High Veldt His master stepped to a drawer, and drew out a small double-barrelled pair, examined the nipples to see if they were capped, and then handed one to his servant, but the latter shook his head. The Sapphire Cross Then he quietly rose to his feet, but with a beating heart, for, if the rifle were a double-barrelled one, or if more than the one marksman were lying hid, he was in deadly peril. Into the Unknown A Romance of South Africa He held in his left hand a heavy double-barrelled rifle, and, as he grasped his friend’s with his right. The Ruined Cities of Zululand Then you have a double-barrelled sphere of usefulness, Father. In the Whirl of the Rising A stout fellow rode beside me in the cart, while another drove, and on each side of the vehicle trotted a man, well armed with a double-barrelled gun. International Short Stories American Lord Rockville says, ‘What with gentlemen doing worsted work, and ladies shouldering double-barrelled guns, he scarcely thinks this can be the same world he was born in long ago.’ Holiday House A Series of Tales We met them on the roads with their carts and mules; the young ones armed, too, in some instances with good double-barrelled muzzle-loaders. The English in the West Indies or, The Bow of Ulysses Gerard was cleaning a gun at the time, the double-barrelled one, rifle and shot. The Luck of Gerard Ridgeley But after breakfast, when his horse was saddled up and the guide stood waiting, his entertainer said— “You didn’t lose this yesterday, did you?” exhibiting a double-barrelled shotgun. Forging the Blades A Tale of the Zulu Rebellion Go into my cabin; you will find a double-barrelled pistol above the cot in which I sleep. Adventures of Hans Sterk The South African Hunter and Pioneer I never thoroughly understood why the whole army should not have double-barrelled guns. Sporting Scenes amongst the Kaffirs of South Africa I knew too that the captain had a double-barrelled rifle, which had reached the shore on the raft. The White Chief of the Caffres At his broad leather girdle, in which two pistols were inserted, hung a broad sabre, and in his hand he carried a double-barrelled gun. Tales from the German. Volume I. Arwed Gyllenstierna Shocked by this cynical proceeding on the part of his entertainer, Dr. Selberg left the house the next day, after presenting Von N. with a double-barrelled gun in payment of his hospitality. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 61, No. 377, March 1847 The threatening yells of the Matabili were changed into shrieks of agony, as they felt the deadly effects of the double-barrelled guns of nearly thirty experienced hunters. Adventures of Hans Sterk The South African Hunter and Pioneer Were I again to visit Africa, I would take a double-barrelled smooth bore of ten or eight to the pound, having strength and plain good workmanship as its only recommendations. Sporting Scenes amongst the Kaffirs of South Africa We had five double-barrelled guns on board, and several boat-hooks, which would serve as excellent weapons to keep off boarders. The White Chief of the Caffres A double-barrelled twelve-gauge shotgun lay on the ground near his right hand. Call Him Savage It's this way, Rosie: in any case it's a fine arrangement for Jarge, for it has a sort of double-barrelled action. The Rosie World It was built about twenty years ago, by a sporting gentleman of two excellent double-barrelled guns, and three stanch pointers. Recreations of Christopher North, Volume I (of 2) A double-barrelled rifle of about the same calibre would be useful, taking care to have two stocks for each gun, and that the barrels could fit into either stock. Sporting Scenes amongst the Kaffirs of South Africa Almost hidden by the long grass, I saw the stock of a gun; and found this to be a double-barrelled gun, with a flask of powder and a bag of bullets close beside it. The White Chief of the Caffres "My friend, I only possess one pistol, and that is a double-barrelled one." Eyes Like the Sea Never marry a man, my dear, with a double-barrelled name and no visible means of subsistence; above all, if he's generally known by a nickname. Miss Cayley's Adventures She laid them on the table, gave her father an affectionate double-barrelled kiss, and went away to bed. When Ghost Meets Ghost I always admired the neat little double-barrelled carbine of the Cape corps; it is light, effective, and, being double-barrelled, is far more destructive where snap-shooting is all the chance one gets. Sporting Scenes amongst the Kaffirs of South Africa I looked carefully over the ground and among the long grass, for anything that might have been dropped, and was delighted to discover a double-barrelled pistol, which I knew belonged to the captain. The White Chief of the Caffres A flock of the birds get up, and Herr Hardy, who shoots with a double-barrelled gun, always gets two. A Danish Parsonage And at the same moment he could see the muzzles of a double-barrelled rifle presented through the hole in the wall. The Landleaguers He had a double-barrelled gun in his hand, and as Faulkner was riding up the drive to the house he was fired at from the trees on his left, and fell from his horse. Through Russian Snows A Story of Napoleon's Retreat from Moscow I rowed out in the evening to shoot some seals, taking for the purpose my most precious weapon, a double-barrelled Express rifle, calibre 577. Farthest North Being the Record of a Voyage of Exploration of the Ship 'Fram' 1893-1896 Vol. I I went with him to show him where the Umbilo river was situated, and took with me a double-barrelled pistol and ten rounds of ammunition. The White Chief of the Caffres These were all new; but there were in addition two or three second-hand double-barrelled guns for the use of his servants, in case of necessity, and three light rifles of the sort used for rook-shooting. Out on the Pampas Or, The Young Settlers He saw it so plainly as to be able afterwards to swear to a black mask, and to a double-barrelled gun. The Landleaguers Julian had his double-barrelled gun with him, and had been rabbit-shooting; and if it had been he who fired it would have been with a charge of shot. Through Russian Snows A Story of Napoleon's Retreat from Moscow So might a practised performer, even when raked by double-barrelled glasses, seem to be all in her part and yet convey a sign to the person in the house she loved best. The Wings of the Dove, Volume II A feller don't need knowledge to be a success half as much as he needs confidence and I got more confidence than a feller shootin' at a barn with a double-barrelled shot gun. Alex the Great Mr. Hardy had already an excellent double-barrelled gun, and he had now purchased a long and heavy rifle carrying a conical ball. Out on the Pampas Or, The Young Settlers "A nice house that, I don't think!" was Tom Leslie's not very classical comment, as he took the double-barrelled telescope finally down from his eye, after a second inspection. Shoulder-Straps A Novel of New York and the Army, 1862 Our implements for sketching, together with a couple of double-barrelled guns and some fishing-tackle, distributed about the apartment, form agreeable objects for our gaze, while, at the same time, they are within our easiest grasp. The Pearl of the Antilles, or An Artist in Cuba Then in a shaking voice I continued—"Of all the double-barrelled, unmitigated, blue-faced——" "What number, please?" sang a sweet soprano voice. Punch or the London Charivari, Vol. 147, July 8, 1914 Every boy of them wished he were in there with a double-barrelled gun or something. Harper's Young People, October 19, 1880 An Illustrated Weekly In addition to the boys’ carbines, he had bought them each a light double-barrelled gun. Out on the Pampas Or, The Young Settlers Oscar carried a double-barrelled shot-gun of which he was very proud, and that weapon, loaded with buckshot, was laid carefully by the side of his blankets. The Boy Settlers A Story of Early Times in Kansas He gave her to the other fellow with a double-barrelled shotgun.” The River Prophet Dashing from the cavern, and shooting down the nearest sentries right and left with his double-barrelled gun, he gained the thickets. Rambles in the Islands of Corsica and Sardinia with Notices of their History, Antiquities, and Present Condition. The Tomtit is hove to—our ensign is run up half-mast high—and we fire our double-barrelled gun fiercely for a pilot. Rambles Beyond Railways; or, Notes in Cornwall taken A-foot There were in all six double-barrelled guns,—two to each of them; and three of the peons more courageous than the others offered to load the guns as they were discharged. Out on the Pampas Or, The Young Settlers They had slung double-barrelled guns and badger skin bags with claws and bared teeth, whitening on green jackets. My First Battle A Sergeant's Story It was evident that he had been arming himself; on the floor lay double-barrelled muskets and carbines, besides ramrods and gunhammers and locksmith's tools with which they had been repairing the arms. Pan Tadeusz Or, the Last Foray in Lithuania; a Story of Life Among Polish Gentlefolk in the Years 1811 and 1812 He, himself, gradually dropped his arm, until he was able to grasp his large double-barrelled gun; and then, raising the piece slowly to a level, took aim and fired. The Plant Hunters Adventures Among the Himalaya Mountains Don Estevan vainly sought for an aim for his double-barrelled piece. Wood Rangers The Trappers of Sonora In another minute they joined him on the tower with Mr. Hardy’s long rifle, Hubert’s carbine, and their double-barrelled shot-guns, into each of which Terence dropped a bullet upon the top of the shot. Out on the Pampas Or, The Young Settlers "Since he lost his heart to Miss What's-her-name, that pretty 'Jollity' girl, with the double-barrelled repeating wink, and the postcard grin." The Dop Doctor The dogs dive through the forest as loons beneath the sea; but the sportsmen, turning their double-barrelled muskets towards the wood, gaze on the Seneschal. Pan Tadeusz Or, the Last Foray in Lithuania; a Story of Life Among Polish Gentlefolk in the Years 1811 and 1812 Certainly it was—he feared my double-barrelled gun! The Quadroon Adventures in the Far West Lances with red pennons, muskets, carbines and double-barrelled guns were hanging from the saddle-bows. Wood Rangers The Trappers of Sonora The boys needed no instructions to load their revolving carbines, and the pistols and a double-barrelled gun were handed over both to Lopez and Terence, with instructions to carry them always with them. Out on the Pampas Or, The Young Settlers And in his hands—ah, dreadful final detail of this dreadful picture—he held outstretched, extended and presented in my general direction, a double-barrelled fowling piece, enormous in size and glittering with metal ornamentation. Fibble, D.D. The Assessor and I let them go at once, at the very same time, as if the two triggers on a double-barrelled gun had been pressed by one finger. Pan Tadeusz Or, the Last Foray in Lithuania; a Story of Life Among Polish Gentlefolk in the Years 1811 and 1812 If on the way, he might think the shots were fired from my double-barrelled gun—fired at some game. The Quadroon Adventures in the Far West He cast a glance at the double-barrelled gun which the Senator held in his hand, and of which the latter was likely to make a use more fatal to his companions than to the jaguar. Wood Rangers The Trappers of Sonora Each took a double-barrelled gun and a revolver. Out on the Pampas Or, The Young Settlers Our Indian troops on the Canal were naturally a mark for pan-Islamic propaganda reinforced by Hindu literature of the Bande Mataram type,—a double-barrelled enterprise to bag both the great creeds of India. Pan-Islam Armand opened a case, and the deft hand of the old man took down a double-barrelled cordite rifle, light-looking and of exquisite workmanship. The Pools of Silence Under my waistcoat were his own double-barrelled pistols, which I intended to use, if attacked. The Quadroon Adventures in the Far West Several tandem and riding whips, mounted in heavy silver, and a double-barrelled gun, and fishing rods, occupied one corner, and a polished copper cask, holding about five gallons of mild ale, stood in another. Tom Brown at Oxford Hoping to be able to procure some fresh meat for supper, I accompanied them, armed with a double-barrelled gun. Letters on the Nicobar islands, their natural productions, and the manners, customs, and superstitions of the natives with an account of an attempt made by the Church of the United Brethren, to convert them to Christianity These cases held beautiful, new double-barrelled guns of the finest make. Two Little Confederates Messrs. Bland, gun-makers, of Birmingham, some time since showed me an elegant little double-barrelled central fire gun, which seems to be just the thing for the purpose. Practical Taxidermy A manual of instruction to the amateur in collecting, preserving, and setting up natural history specimens of all kinds. To which is added a chapter upon the pictorial arrangement of museums. With additional instructions in modelling and artistic taxidermy. The pistol was double-barrelled, and on examination I found he carried another of a similar kind. The Quadroon Adventures in the Far West The weapons of each were a revolver, a machete, a double-barrelled gun, and a game-bag filled with necessaries. Adventures of a Young Naturalist A double-barrelled expression, meaning alike to take care of or provide for an individual, or to ruin or kill him. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. In his hands, muzzle forward, was the double-barrelled shotgun—the riot gun sure to hit its mark at close range that Bob had got for him with which to guard the Chandler ranch. The Desert Fiddler But observing in the procession an empty wheelbarrow and a double-barrelled gun, he became meditative, and fixed the bearer of the gun with his eyes. The Letters of Charles Dickens Vol. 2, 1857-1870 The time to load an old double-barrelled carbine which must have served several generations of chamois hunters, and—pan!.. pan!.. Tartarin On The Alps True to the creed of his ancestors, he got a double-barrelled shotgun and went out and killed his enemy. The History of Minnesota and Tales of the Frontier They represent a double-barrelled private ownership in that they were built and are operated by the Company. An African Adventure The man was armed with a double-barrelled gun, and as Deck waved his handkerchief two reports rang out, the signal agreed upon. An Undivided Union I armed the two boys with a short stick apiece, and shouldered my double-barrelled gun, well loaded with shot. The Letters of Charles Dickens Vol. 2, 1857-1870 A single valise held our stock of clothing, books, writing and drawing materials, and each of us carried, in addition, a double-barrelled musket. Northern Travel Summer and Winter Pictures of Sweden, Denmark and Lapland The Frenchman was slight of build, but the German was a powerful fellow, and had in his hand a double-barrelled shotgun. The History of Minnesota and Tales of the Frontier This was the sportsman's double-barrelled gun, leant there against a tree. Wood Magic A Fable It was double-barrelled and loaded ready for use. An Undivided Union In all likelihood, the pistols of the assassins are double-barrelled, and both barrels have been discharged. The Flag of Distress A Story of the South Sea A double-barrelled gun, with one barrel broken, hung from his saddle-bow, and an old rusty sabre in a common leathern scabbard dangled against his horse’s side. The Tiger Hunter I had a sense of uneasiness about the double-barrelled shotgun carried by the German, but I thought I could handle the other man. The History of Minnesota and Tales of the Frontier Then, too, you could humbug them grandly with a few of your modern doctors’ tools—one of those double-barrelled stethoscopes, for instance; or a clinical thermometer.” In the Mahdi's Grasp For this purpose, loading his double-barrelled gun, he went on shore with Mr Phillips and nine marines. Captain Cook His Life, Voyages, and Discoveries On the table, close to his right elbow, rests a double-barrelled pistol, both barrels of which are loaded. The Flag of Distress A Story of the South Sea I brought with me a short Snider carbine—the best and handiest weapon to stop a wild pig at a short range—and a double-barrelled muzzle-loading shot-gun. "Martin Of Nitendi"; and The River Of Dreams 1901 He sat in an arm-chair, with an immense double-barrelled shotgun poised quietly across his knees. The History of Minnesota and Tales of the Frontier He’s a dead shot, too; he carries a double-barrelled rifle twenty foot long that takes a small cannon-ball. The Wild Man of the West A Tale of the Rocky Mountains Among many others we saw the Lieutenant-Governor, in his every-day suit, with one double-barrelled gun in his hand, another leaning against his breast, and a brace of pistols in his leather belt. The Story of My Life Being Reminiscences of Sixty Years' Public Service in Canada The captain, who had the quick hearing of a hound, must have caught the sound of their tussling with me on the deck, for he was ready for them with his double-barrelled gun. Picked up at Sea The Gold Miners of Minturne Creek "There are a dozen monkeys in that tree, and they look very queer," said Louis, as he elevated his double-barrelled fowling-piece, loaded with large shot, and fired. Four Young Explorers or, Sight-Seeing in the Tropics I mounted my squad on good horses, and every man was furnished with a double-barrelled shotgun and a revolver. The History of Minnesota and Tales of the Frontier Among them the artist found, to his intense delight, his own double-barrelled gun, the loss of which he had mourned most sincerely. The Wild Man of the West A Tale of the Rocky Mountains "There's a service rifle in Drennan's," said Murnihan, "that belonged to that nephew of his that was out in France, fighting for the English, and there's a double-barrelled shotgun there, too." Lady Bountiful We thought it best, therefore,6 to parley with Ibrahim, and came to terms with him by means of bribes of a double-barrelled gun and some gold. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 19 — Travel and Adventure It’s quite grand marching round and round here with a loaded double-barrelled rifle over my shoulder. Dead Man's Land Being the Voyage to Zimbambangwe of certain and uncertain blacks and whites In what follows I shall speak of Hodgson's grey-headed flycatcher-warbler as our hero, because I shrink from constant repetition of his double double-barrelled name. Birds of the Indian Hills An ordinary breech-loading, double-barrelled gun was produced from behind the counter, and after some bargaining a trade was made on the basis of eight dollars for the weapon and sixty cartridges. Messenger No. 48 Thus it is that a little management, backed by a double-barrelled shotgun and an official badge, is often times a powerful persuader. Forty Years a Gambler on the Mississippi He was already an old man, almost venerable in his aspect, but his tread was firm, and his arm still strong enough to steady his long, heavy, double-barrelled rifle. The Hunters' Feast Conversations Around the Camp Fire With this object he landed, carrying with him his double-barrelled gun, accompanied by Mr Phillips and nine marines. Notable Voyagers From Columbus to Nordenskiold But, then, these blackguards were cowards at bottom, and they saw that I’d got a brace o’ double-barrelled pistols in my belt, and was pretty well up in the cutlass exercise.” The Buffalo Runners A Tale of the Red River Plains He made one or two efforts to woo it back in vain, so in despair he jumped up, put his sketch-book in his pocket, seized a double-barrelled fowling-piece, and went on deck, followed by Tittles. Chasing the Sun Then they all joined in and made a big kick; and as I saw fun brewing, I slipped into the baggage-car, changed hats and coats with the baggage-master, got his badge and my double-barrelled shotgun. Forty Years a Gambler on the Mississippi At the same time I looked to the caps of my double-barrelled gun. The Hunters' Feast Conversations Around the Camp Fire Then, flinging the double-barrelled fowling-piece—the murder-gun—over his sinister shoulder, he strides off to keep an appointment not made for him, but for the man he has murdered! The Death Shot A Story Retold Armed men paraded the streets, and were stationed at corners, with double-barrelled guns, Bowie knives, etcetera; and every day a general fight was anticipated. Diary in America, Series Two Looking back, he saw three Moors in hot pursuit, whooping and brandishing their double-barrelled guns. A Book of Discovery The History of the World's Exploration, From the Earliest Times to the Finding of the South Pole Captain Thomson fired both charges of his double-barrelled gun, killing two more. Our Soldiers Gallant Deeds of the British Army during Victoria's Reign No doubt it was tickled with some of the “leaden hail” from the double-barrelled guns, but it contrived to escape, leaving us only the incident as a subject for conversation. The Hunters' Feast Conversations Around the Camp Fire Darke carries a double-barrelled gun, and has still a bullet left. The Death Shot A Story Retold According to the custom of his country, we “exchanged names” at parting; and, while he put in my pocket the gift of a well-thumbed Koran, I slung over his shoulder a double-barrelled gun. Captain Canot or, Twenty Years of an African Slaver On his return Bruce mounted his own horse, and, taking his double-barrelled gun, he rode about, twisting and turning his horse in every direction, to the admiration of these wild Abyssinian folk. A Book of Discovery The History of the World's Exploration, From the Earliest Times to the Finding of the South Pole There was a new watch, some gorgeous neckties, several books, and a splendid little double-barrelled shotgun. The Rover Boys on Snowshoe Island or, The Old Lumberman's Treasure Box These last are more substantial, but so difficult to manage, that they prefer those from Europe; and, above all, double-barrelled guns. Perils and Captivity Comprising The sufferings of the Picard family after the shipwreck of the Medusa, in the year 1816; Narrative of the captivity of M. de Brisson, in the year 1785; Voyage of Madame Godin along the river of the Amazons, in the year 1770. This double-barrelled superlativeness shows that the spirit of the people was by no means cast down by the fruitless struggle of five years. The New England Magazine, Volume 1, No. 2, February, 1886. The Bay State Monthly, Volume 4, No. 2, February, 1886. Hard by, under a broad-brimmed sombrero, lay a pair of double-barrelled pistols. Captain Canot or, Twenty Years of an African Slaver His hands seemed wide awake for all he held the reins in one and a double-barrelled gun in the other. Debts of Honor I was armed with my double-barrelled shotgun loaded with buckshot. The Land of the Long Night "Awkward thing sometimes having a double-barrelled name," he continued. Pushed and the Return Push The captain also examined the state of his double-barrelled pistols. Byeways in Palestine At last, pestered by their dalliance, I fired my double-barrelled gun, whose loud report I knew was more likely to reach the ear of a praying Mussulman. Captain Canot or, Twenty Years of an African Slaver In the evening, crossed the glassy bay and motored to pay a double-barrelled visit to the Military and Civil Governors. Gallipoli Diary, Volume 2 She did see me: she suddenly bent forward to take up the little double-barrelled ivory glass that rested on the edge of the box and, to all appearance, fix me with it. Embarrassments Breech-loading rifles had just come into fashion at that time, and the pirate captain had possessed himself of a double-barrelled one, with which he became wonderfully expert. The Madman and the Pirate Ascended a series of precipices, and, at some elevation, met two young English gentlemen, with a pair of double-barrelled pistols shared between them, and their fingers ready on the triggers. Byeways in Palestine “Where are the—” He stopped short on looking round, and, observing that the two men were standing on the shore, seized a double-barrelled gun. Black Ivory “Not a shot!” shouted Dr Marsh, as he sprang forward with a double-barrelled rifle in his hand. The Island Queen Issuing forth armed only with our double-barrelled guns and heavy hunting-knives, we hastened towards the native village. The Gorilla Hunters As our party consisted of twelve men, including ourselves, and each was armed—Lumley and myself with double-barrelled fowling-pieces—we were able, if need be, to fire a volley of fourteen shots. The Big Otter He wasn’t much the worse for it, but his fine double-barrelled gun was twisted into a shape that would almost have puzzled an Injin to tell what it was.” The Young Fur Traders Stanley had a double-barrelled flint fowling-piece; and Frank had a rifle, besides a single gun of a description somewhat finer than that supplied to the Indians. Ungava While Tom stood at the inner end, ready with a double-barrelled gun to cover his friend’s retreat if necessary, he saw Bevan lift a trap-door not thirty yards distant and disappear. Twice Bought He got hold of his double-barrelled gun, an’ stuck a scalpin’ knife an’ an axe in his belt. Silver Lake Our three guns we had of course brought with us, as well as ammunition, and as mine was a double-barrelled fowling-piece we had thus four shots at command at any moment. The Big Otter They had either forgotten about or were ignorant of double-barrelled weapons. The Settler and the Savage In a few seconds he issued from the hut, armed with his pair of double-barrelled pistols and the faithful cudgel. The Rover of the Andes A Tale of Adventure on South America He then selected from the arms a short double-barrelled gun, and, slinging a powder-horn and shot-pouch over his shoulders, prepared to depart. The Prairie Chief The passenger went down below, and soon returned with his double-barrelled fowling-piece. Poor Jack We were both armed with double-barrelled rifles and hunting-knives, with, as I believed, a good supply of powder and bullets, and so we thought ourselves a match for any wild beasts in the world. My First Voyage to Southern Seas The brothers Skyd and company proved themselves equal to the occasion, for they received him at the cavern mouth with the muzzles of four double-barrelled guns, and a stern order to halt! The Settler and the Savage Such were the weapons used for ages by their ancestors; but many had matchlocks, and others even double-barrelled guns. The Three Admirals As Jack spoke he presented a double-barrelled pistol at the Don’s head, as a sign that he was not to trifled with. The Three Lieutenants Fifty carbines were distributed among the elder men of the party, and the sheikh was armed with a double-barrelled rifle, given to him by Captain Speke. Great African Travellers From Mungo Park to Livingstone and Stanley “If you ask my advice, gentlemen, I should say, carry each of you a good revolver, a knife or dagger, a sword, and a double-barrelled gun.” Yussuf the Guide The Mountain Bandits; Strange Adventure in Asia Minor A felt hat covers the youth’s curly black head, and a double-barrelled gun is slung across his broad shoulders. The Settler and the Savage “Thank you, Mr Denning,” I said, grasping the hand he held out to me, as with the other he supported himself by resting, as I saw, upon a double-barrelled gun. Sail Ho! A Boy at Sea “But you look as if you do, fingering that double-barrelled gun.” Fitz the Filibuster Directing Mrs Baker to stand behind him, he placed outside his tent, on his travelling bedstead, five double-barrelled guns loaded with buck-shot, a revolver, and a naked sabre. Great African Travellers From Mungo Park to Livingstone and Stanley The doctor and I carried revolvers and double-barrelled guns, one barrel being charged with ball. Bunyip Land A Story of Adventure in New Guinea Then there was some fine shooting, as each had two double-barrelled guns and Frank had become quite famous as a shot. Winter Adventures of Three Boys He hurried to the side then, leaving me with a double-barrelled gun and a handful of cartridges, which, after seeing that the piece was loaded, I thrust into the breast-pocket of my jacket. Sail Ho! A Boy at Sea Two hours later they were on board, for it had not been long before the double-barrelled spyglass had picked them out. Fitz the Filibuster A mutiny, too, broke out among his own people, who complained of want of food; but it was suppressed by the appearance of the doctor with a double-barrelled pistol in his hand. Great African Travellers From Mungo Park to Livingstone and Stanley “Mean, boy? just you take the doctor’s little double-barrelled telescope and watch and see.” Bunyip Land A Story of Adventure in New Guinea In the meantime the men with the double-barrelled guns kept picking off the more venturesome of the wolves, while the men with the other guides rapidly loaded them. Winter Adventures of Three Boys Mr Denning threw open the breech of his double-barrelled gun, examined the two cartridges, and closed the breech again. Sail Ho! A Boy at Sea For weapons they each had a good double-barrelled breech-loading gun—then just beginning to come into use—which had been carefully selected for them ere they left home. Three Boys in the Wild North Land He carried only a rifle and double-barrelled smooth-bore gun for himself, and gave three muskets to his people, by means of which he hoped game might be obtained for their support. Great African Travellers From Mungo Park to Livingstone and Stanley Up the glen peals a loud report, quickly followed by another, both from a double-barrelled gun. The Lone Ranche Caspar was charging his double-barrelled gun; and carefully too—for it was the “last shot in his locker.” The Cliff Climbers A Sequel to "The Plant Hunters" Two of them were rifles, of which one was much longer than the other: the third piece was a double-barrelled shot gun. The Boy Hunters During this pause a stalwart, almost gigantic figure was seen walking up the slope with a double-barrelled fowling-piece in his hand. For Fortune and Glory A Story of the Soudan War Relations turned up trumps, and sent contributions towards the outfit in money and in kind; the General presented a handsome double-barrelled fowling-piece, which thrilled Miles with delight and his mother with horror. Betty Trevor He and Dicky went off at the start as if they’d been shot out of a double-barrelled gun, Dicky with his head down, our man with his head up. Tom, Dick and Harry They were not more than six paces apart, when Tom rose, and drawing a double-barrelled pistol from his pocket, aimed it at the planter. The Continental Monthly , Vol. 2 No. 5, November 1862 Devoted to Literature and National Policy Canopied beds were provided for all, only the master of the house, according to established custom, lay down before the kitchen door,156 wrapped in his sheepskin, and with his double-barrelled musket by his side. Manasseh A Romance of Transylvania When the presence of one or more of these animals is signalled in the neighbourhood, a party starts off accompanied by dogs and armed with double-barrelled rifles. Facts About Champagne and Other Sparkling Wines At this moment the rajah's servant brought up four double-barrelled guns. At the Point of the Bayonet A Tale of the Mahratta War When he was about thirteen yards off the Colonel raised his double-barrelled rifle. From Pole to Pole A Book for Young People He was quick to comprehend the double-barrelled motive which underlay the superintendent's question, and he had no intention of letting the police officer pump him for his own ends. The Shrieking Pit French foresaw a double-barrelled surname before long—perhaps, just in time for the advent of the future son and heir who was already a personage in the mind, if not yet positively expected. Marriage à la mode In the last named were packed necessaries for the journey, and each provided himself with a brace of double-barrelled pistols. Under Wellington's Command A Tale of the Peninsular War The old negro trotted into the house, and trotted out again, bringing a double-barrelled shot-gun, which Frank did not like the looks of at all. The Drummer Boy My information had been derived chiefly from my experience on various Election Committees, where moonshiners, mountain feuds, and double-barrelled shot guns played prominent parts. The Statesmen Snowbound He took up his double-barrelled Spanish fusil, let it off, and killed the two monkeys. Candide The first cold streaks of dawn were just stealing into the sky the next morning when, accoutred with shot-pouch, powder-flask, and his old double-barrelled gun, Grandpa Davis made his way toward the branch. Good Cheer Stories Every Child Should Know He was glad to find in the holsters a brace of double-barrelled pistols, a powder flask and a bag of bullets, and also a large flask full of spirits. With Frederick the Great A Story of the Seven Years' War The store-keeper from North Bloomfield began to tell a humorous story of a lone highwayman who, with a double-barrelled shot gun waylaid the Wells Fargo Express near Downieville. Forty-one Thieves A Tale of California I coolly stood by, my hands in my pockets, being provided with three pairs of pistols, two of which were double-barrelled. A Book of Quaker Saints I myself preferred shooting them either from a light double-barrelled carbine or large bore pistol when alongside; the jobbing at such a large cow-like animal with a spear was always repugnant to my feelings. Natural History of the Mammalia of India and Ceylon It is true that several double-barrelled guns are on the hall-table; but country gentlemen in Ireland go out shooting as they do elsewhere. Disturbed Ireland Being the Letters Written During the Winter of 1880-81. We wheeled around and found ourselves covered by a double-barrelled shotgun. Into the Jaws of Death His earthly possessions consist of about five acres of land, a tumble-down hut near by, and a double-barrelled shotgun, and he lost his secretaryship when the new administration made its clean sweep of the offices. The King's Men A Tale of To-morrow He had with him a heavy, double-barrelled rifle of the rajah's; and Hossein, carrying a similar weapon, and a curved tulwar which was sharpened almost to a razor edge, prepared to follow immediately behind him. With Clive in India Or, The Beginnings of an Empire He never ate anything but what I have mentioned, and he never went out without two loaded double-barrelled pistols in his boots. Dr. Dumany's Wife Whenever I go out, and wherever I go, I have a trustworthy man with me carrying a double-barrelled gun. Disturbed Ireland Being the Letters Written During the Winter of 1880-81. A little coffer hung upon his stunted arm, in the other hand he carried a double-barrelled gun, and from a pouch, fastened by straps to his shoulder, peeped forth two four-barrelled pistols. The Poor Plutocrats My servant was with me, but had no arms, and I was armed only with a double-barrelled fowling-piece. The Campaigns of the British Army at Washington and New Orleans 1814-1815 He found the doctor already in his cabin, putting together a heavy double-barrelled gun. With Clive in India Or, The Beginnings of an Empire Some of us have experience of double-barrelled seats in this country; there used to be several three-barrelled seats. Liberalism and the Social Problem If I go for a drive with one of those proscribed by the grogshop-keepers of Castleisland the muzzle of a double-barrelled carbine peeps ominously from the "well" of the car. Disturbed Ireland Being the Letters Written During the Winter of 1880-81. He came on foot with a small box under his arm and his double-barrelled gun across his shoulder. The Poor Plutocrats The younger sergeant raised his double-barrelled shot-gun to his shoulder and pulled both triggers. Captured by the Navajos He scorned all modern appliances for shooting, such as telescopic sights or automatic rifles; he invariably used a short double-barrelled rifle, and his exceptionally keen sight rendered glasses unnecessary. In the World War I should like to meet such a customer," said Oscar; "only I should want to have a good double-barrelled gun with me. Oscar The Boy Who Had His Own Way On the round table by the central column supporting the kitchen roof lie sundry revolvers, and nearer one of the windows a couple of repeating rifles and the double-barrelled carbines of the constabulary. Disturbed Ireland Being the Letters Written During the Winter of 1880-81. In one hand he held a double-barrelled musket, an implement not absolutely necessary for a miller. The Poor Plutocrats Here you, Mike, go look along the deck, for a double-barrelled pistol. Romance One of the party should carry a double-barrelled shot-gun and another a rifle, or both may be combined in a single weapon. Camp Life in the Woods and the Tricks of Trapping and Trap Making Sometimes they make double-barrelled guns of clay, and have cotton-fluff as smoke. The Last Journals of David Livingstone, in Central Africa, from 1865 to His Death, Volume II (of 2), 1869-1873 Continued By A Narrative Of His Last Moments And Sufferings, Obtained From His Faithful Servants Chuma And Susi It was an ordinary four-horse stage, without passengers, but carrying two guards, each with a very short double-barrelled shot-gun resting across his lap. The Voyage of the Rattletrap On each side of her holsters peeped forth a double-barrelled pistol with an ivory handle. The Poor Plutocrats Many of them have armed retainers—some few are good shots and have double-barrelled guns. Forty-one years in India From Subaltern To Commander-In-Chief When I arrived on board, I found the marines arming, and Captain Cook loading his double-barrelled gun. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels, Volume 16 So early in the morning the two men took a "tightener" of roast eggs, and commenced their journey on McMillan's track, each man carrying his double-barrelled gun, ready loaded, in his hand. The Book of the Bush Containing Many Truthful Sketches Of The Early Colonial Life Of Squatters, Whalers, Convicts, Diggers, And Others Who Left Their Native Land And Never Returned So, being in no hurry, I sauntered about the shore with my double-barrelled gun in my hand, occasionally taking a look seaward. Sketches From My Life By The Late Admiral Hobart Pasha The captain put a brace of double-barrelled pistols into his holsters, and the servants did the same. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine — Volume 55, No. 340, February, 1844 I seized my revolver, but before I could use it Fred's rifle and Smith's double-barrelled gun answered my lead, and two more natives were bleeding upon the field. The Gold Hunters' Adventures Or, Life in Australia You see it was double-barrelled jealousy; so I did rather well not to fly at you and tear your eyes out, didn't I? The Bells of San Juan The gun used by old Macalister was a double-barrelled Purdy, a beautiful and reliable weapon, which in its time had done great execution. The Book of the Bush Containing Many Truthful Sketches Of The Early Colonial Life Of Squatters, Whalers, Convicts, Diggers, And Others Who Left Their Native Land And Never Returned Lan bore his double-barrelled shotgun over his shoulder. Tramping on Life An Autobiographical Narrative Suddenly, Tahakooch drew from beneath his blanket a short double-barrelled gun, and discharged both barrels into the back of the nearest Sircie. The Great Lone Land A Narrative of Travel and Adventure in the North-West of America He shot at me once with a double-barrelled gun. The Underground Railroad A Record of Facts, Authentic Narratives, Letters, &c., Narrating the Hardships, Hair-Breadth Escapes and Death Struggles of the Slaves in Their Efforts for Freedom, As Related by Themselves and Others, or Witnessed by the Author. We immediately proposed surrounding the place, as there were three of us provided with double-barrelled guns. Twenty-Seven Years in Canada West The Experience of an Early Settler (Volume I) The party consisted of eight men, and each man was armed with a double-barrelled gun. The Book of the Bush Containing Many Truthful Sketches Of The Early Colonial Life Of Squatters, Whalers, Convicts, Diggers, And Others Who Left Their Native Land And Never Returned The band when it set out from Kirundu numbered 300 fighting men, armed with flint-locks, double-barrelled percussion guns, and a few breech-loaders; their followers, or domestic slaves and women, doubled this force…. Oriental Religions and Christianity A Course of Lectures Delivered on the Ely Foundation Before the Students of Union Theological Seminary, New York, 1891 There were enough double-barrelled shotguns in the party to have conquered a pirate crew. The Daughter of Anderson Crow We had two muskets and a pair of double-barrelled pistols, and the priest possessed an old blunderbuss, which I thought I could convert into a serviceable weapon. Mr. Fortescue An Andean Romance In one hand he carried a glass lantern, and in the other a double-barrelled gun. Hatchie, the Guardian Slave; or, The Heiress of Bellevue He selected two of his most trustworthy men, and armed them and himself with double-barrelled guns, one barrel being smooth bore and the other rifled, weapons suitable for game both large and small. The Book of the Bush Containing Many Truthful Sketches Of The Early Colonial Life Of Squatters, Whalers, Convicts, Diggers, And Others Who Left Their Native Land And Never Returned Unless you like it here in this—this make-believe, double-barrelled, duplex do-funny of a studio thing. Half Portions Last, but not least, in my right hand I usually carried my double-barrelled two-grooved rifle, which was my favourite weapon. The Art of Travel Shifts and Contrivances Available in Wild Countries "Out of your three wishes you'll get two, father, for the wheel will go round and I'm going to have a regular old patent, double-barrelled Christmas with a gilt edge!" The Little City of Hope A Christmas Story Others, adapted to larger families, were what were termed "double-barrelled" cabins, having two rooms on the ground-floor, separated by an open passage-way, and a "lean-to" in the rear to serve as a kitchen. Lippincott's Magazine Of Popular Literature And Science Old Series, Vol. 36—New Series, Vol. 10, July 1885 We had plenty of arms, and I always kept my double-barrelled gun loaded, and hanging over the fireplace. The Book of the Bush Containing Many Truthful Sketches Of The Early Colonial Life Of Squatters, Whalers, Convicts, Diggers, And Others Who Left Their Native Land And Never Returned What reason, then, for imitating hotels, lodging-houses, double-barrelled tenements, and other public and semi-public buildings from which a short cut to the street is essential? Homes and How to Make Them Each of them were armed with a double-barrelled rifle, and furnished with a boatswain's whistle. Willis the Pilot For the brevity of the tales, which were issued in chapbooks, readers were compensated by gaudily coloured illustrations and by double-barrelled titles. The Tale of Terror A Study of the Gothic Romance In the armoury were several six shooters of different patterns, and many double-barrelled guns and ornamented rifles. The Pilots of Pomona He took a double-barrelled gun and went after them. The Book of the Bush Containing Many Truthful Sketches Of The Early Colonial Life Of Squatters, Whalers, Convicts, Diggers, And Others Who Left Their Native Land And Never Returned I was not myself required to fight, but I loaded my double-barrelled gun, and, thus armed, remained at my post, my wife and the two slave girls having seated themselves at my feet. John Rutherford, the White Chief The miserable crew of antagonists, who yelped at his heels all his life, seized this change of purpose as the occasion for a double-barrelled charge. Expositions of Holy Scripture: Romans Corinthians (To II Corinthians, Chap. V) Rag and Bobtail fight a duel for Carry, using their noses as double-barrelled pistols. In Bohemia with Du Maurier The First Of A Series Of Reminiscences They are all excellent words—with the double-barrelled exception—and still more excellent concepts. Civics: as Applied Sociology Mahomed Akber exhibited his double-barrelled pistols to us, which he had worn the previous day, requesting us to put their locks to rights, something being amiss. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine — Volume 53, No. 328, February, 1843 He likened Democracy and Despotism to the "two tubes of a double-barrelled pistol," which menaced the life of the State. Sydney Smith I had with me a double-barrelled gun, fitted with a bayonet, and the gentlemen my companions had muskets. A Voyage to Terra Australis — Volume 1 We were rather surprised at finding some excellent European articles in the shape of double-barrelled guns, pistols, beautiful French musical boxes, prints, looking-glasses, and pier-glasses, &c., in the rooms of the citadel. Campaign of the Indus There he lay, a live—even a feverish man down to the loins, and below that a double-barrelled mummy swathed in white wrappings. The Stolen Bacillus and Other Incidents Mr. Park advanced with great caution for about the space of a mile, when looking back he saw three Moors on horseback, galloping at full speed and brandishing their double-barrelled guns. Lander's Travels The Travels of Richard Lander into the Interior of Africa Every man was then supplied with one pair of blankets, one cloak, a double-barrelled gun or carbine, a brace of pistols, cartridge box, small percussion-cap pouch, and six rounds of ammunition. Narrative of the Voyage of H.M.S. Rattlesnake, Commanded By the Late Captain Owen Stanley, R.N., F.R.S. Etc. During the Years 1846-1850. Including Discoveries and Surveys in New Guinea, the Louisiade Archipelago, Etc. to Which Is Added the Account of Mr. E.B. Kennedy's Expedition for the Exploration of the Cape York Peninsula. By John Macgillivray, F.R.G.S. Naturalist to the Expedition. — Volume 2 "Come, I don't want no more loose shooting here!" and, by way of assisting his remark, he took down his double-barrelled shot-gun and jumped upon the counter. Fort Lafayette or, Love and Secession At the end of a friendly visit he was stepping into his canoe when his unofficially appointed executioner stepped quietly forward, levelled his double-barrelled gun, and shot "Lizard" dead. The Long White Cloud And whenever skies look pleasant Out you go and shoot a pheasant, Or as many as you want to, with your double-barrelled will. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 99, October 4, 1890 The prince handed Mr. Park a double-barrelled gun, and told him to dye the stock blue, and repair one of the locks. Lander's Travels The Travels of Richard Lander into the Interior of Africa I think their double-barrelled name must have been invented by Mrs. Seely-Hardwicke on the voyage. The Delectable Duchy Fortunately, he had two guns, each double-barrelled, and if but a few of the Rackbirds came in pursuit of the escaped negro, he might be a match for them in that narrow passage. The Adventures of Captain Horn Now it was felt that the Knowlton trial might be added to the charges of blasphemy that could be urged against me, and that this double-barrelled gun might be discharged with effect. Annie Besant An Autobiography Thus irritated, Atoi jumped on land, and, with a double-barrelled musket in his hand, ran towards his brother, and doubtless would have killed him on the spot, had he not been prevented. A Narrative of a Nine Months' Residence in New Zealand in 1827 It is a double-barrelled gun, but you must use your eyes for bullets, instead of leaden balls. Citizen Bird Scenes from Bird-Life in Plain English for Beginners A double-barrelled pistol was produced in court, which the police-officer had taken from the boy, who avowed that he had bought it for the purpose stated. Lands of the Slave and the Free Cuba, the United States, and Canada A shot was exchanged between them at the distance of 8 or 10 feet with double-barrelled guns. The Anti-Slavery Examiner, Part 3 of 4 Then I always had my pistols, which were not only valuable implements, but were double-barrelled and well loaded. Miles Wallingford Sequel to "Afloat and Ashore" We were all well armed with blunderbusses, swords, pistols, and double-barrelled guns, except Idris and his lad, who had lances, the only arms they could use. MacMillan's Reading Books Book V Hereunto the ghost again hoarsely replied, in its double-barrelled manner, 'I ask your pardons, Governors, but might one on you be Lawyer Lightwood?' Our Mutual Friend This last was a double-barrelled one, expressing both dramatic and political discontent, and was received with loud cheers by the pitites. Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions — Volume 1 Friend Joseph was armed with a double-barrelled smooth-bore loaded with slugs. Tracks of a Rolling Stone Be they never so incongruous these double-barrelled cognomens serve their purpose and raise ambitious mortals above the level of other Smiths and Browns. Worldly Ways and Byways Within was a large whitewashed room, with a bed draped in printed cotton stuff, and a cradle in one corner, a few wooden chairs, and a double-barrelled gun hanging on the wall. Les Misérables It was double-barrelled, and he had, meanwhile, in some way fastened his hand-kerchief to the trigger, and with his foot on the other end was in the act of turning the second barrel upon himself. Far from the Madding Crowd Some impetuous boys would have thought, the very first thing, of bringing that double-barrelled gun to bear on the dark, shadowy figure, and cutting loose, perhaps even firing both charges at once. The Banner Boy Scouts Afloat or, the Secret of Cedar Island Oh for a big, double-barrelled hygrometer, To measure this moisture that rolls from my brow! Punchinello, Volume 1, No. 14, July 2, 1870 Except the sportsman has a double-barrelled gun, the dog should not be suffered to move until the piece is again charged. The Dog In the mean time our soldiers watch in the kitchen, a pair of loaded pistols adorn the table, a double-barrelled gun stands in the corner, and a bull-dog growls in the gallery. Life in Mexico All were armed with rifles or double-barrelled guns; and, in addition to these, Maxwell and myself were furnished with excellent pistols. The Exploring Expedition to the Rocky Mountains, Oregon and California To which is Added a Description of the Physical Geography of California, with Recent Notices of the Gold Region from the Latest and Most Authentic Sources Victor Durnovo rose again and brought from the boat a second rifle, which he laid beside the double-barrelled Reilly which was never more than a yard away from him, waking or sleeping. With Edged Tools On his right and left stood four of his principal officers, clad in rich and gay silks, and behind him watched one of his trusty familiars, holding a double-barrelled pistol in each hand. Narrative of Captivity in Abyssinia with Some Account of the Late Emperor the Late Emperor Theodore, His Country and People They were delighted with the tureen, the double-barrelled guns, and in fact every thing was far superior to any thing of the kind they had ever before seen. The Journal of a Mission to the Interior of Africa, in the Year 1805 In the meantime, Peyton crawled on his hands and knees to a double-barrelled musket and shot one Indian dead, but missed the other. The Winning of Canada: a Chronicle of Wolf He had a double-barrelled musket on his shoulder, and there were four pistols in the tight leathern belt about his waist. The Story of Kennett They were not smart; they ought to have sent only one highwayman, with a double-barrelled shot gun, if they desired to see the author of this volume climb a tree. Roughing It, Part 8. I was no sooner seated, than he handed me a double-barrelled gun, and told me to dye the stock of a blue colour, and repair one of the locks. Life and Travels of Mungo Park in Central Africa I had two double-barrelled guns and a musket in good order, and well loaded; and waited for what should happen. The Journal of a Mission to the Interior of Africa, in the Year 1805 I resolved to give him battle, and rode forth with my double-barrelled Westly Richards rifle, followed by men leading the dogs. Forest and Frontiers Or, Adventures Among the Indians The gibe was double-barrelled, like the inscription over the Cross; for it was meant to hit both this Pretender to royalty and His alleged subjects. Expositions of Holy Scripture St. Luke He carried a double-barrelled gun under his arm, but the hand with which he supported it shook visibly, and at every unusual sound he started. The Ghost Kings They also discovered a tohe or cloak, a cutlass, a double-barrelled gun, a book of logarithms, and an invitation-card, which had belonged to Park. Life and Travels of Mungo Park in Central Africa It was the official statement of the reason for His crucifixion, put there by Pilate as a double-barrelled sarcasm, hitting both Jesus and the nation. Expositions of Holy Scripture St. Mark Now, brethren, here is a plain test and a double-barrelled one, which tries both our love and our obedience with a sharp touchstone. Expositions of Holy Scripture St. John Chapters I to XIV The sportsman from the interior flourishes his double-barrelled fowling-piece with equal confidence in its superiority. The old Santa Fe trail The Story of a Great Highway I took the double-barrelled rifle and handed him the shot-gun, having first dropped a bullet down each barrel over the charge. Tales of Daring and Danger Every soldier furnishes his own horse, and finds his accoutrements, consisting of a large sabre, a double-barrelled gun, a small red leather bag for holding his balls, and a powder-horn slung over the shoulder. Life and Travels of Mungo Park in Central Africa There were arm racks round the stanchions, containing muskets, cutlasses, and long, double-barrelled pistols. Jim Davis About my fifteenth year I had a real gun, a small, double-barrelled gun made by some ingenious blacksmith, I fancy. My Boyhood In the desk to which the valet pointed was a little double-barrelled pistol, which had belonged to Pendennis's old patron; the Indian commander-in-chief, and which had accompanied him in many a campaign. The History of Pendennis One of the natives, with my double-barrelled gun loaded with heavy ball was creeping toward them through the grass upon his hands and knees, whilst we cautiously drew up at the side of the wood. The Bushman — Life in a New Country On examining the camp, Eyre found that the two boys had carried off both double-barrelled guns, all the baked bread, and other stores, and a keg of water. The History of Australian Exploration from 1788 to 1888 The two shots the Companions of Jehu had heard were from the double-barrelled gun of the sentry. The Companions of Jehu I have not the least fear of their attacking us, and with our rifles and double-barrelled guns and pistols we could beat them off if they did. The Treasure of the Incas "Where are your arms, nephew?" exclaimed Oldbuck—"where is your double-barrelled gun, that was never out of your hand when there was no occasion for such vanities?" The Antiquary — Volume 02 Suddenly he paused; I watched him quietly drop his rake, and retire backwards behind a bush, where he remained crouching down, with the double-barrelled gun in his hands. The Bushman — Life in a New Country It is, if I may so phrase it, a double-barrelled illusion. Play-Making A Manual of Craftsmanship "Fetch me that pair of double-barrelled pistols on my mantel-piece at the same time," said Bonaparte, in a low tone. The Companions of Jehu Yes, we have certainly lost our double-barrelled guns, but our rifles and pistols are hidden in the straw of the bed in the room where we slept. The Treasure of the Incas I woke up my companion, and a judicious display of our double-barrelled guns kept the three scoundrels in check. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 06, No. 36, October, 1860 On examining the camp, Eyre found that the two boys had carried off both double-barrelled guns, all the baked bread and other stores, and a keg of water. The Explorers of Australia and their Life-work I carry this big bore double-barrelled pistol loaded with slugs. The Green Flag He had not enough confidence as yet in the boy's prudence to trust him with a double-barrelled gun. The Companions of Jehu We shall have to buy double-barrelled guns in place of those we lost, but that we shall do ourselves. The Treasure of the Incas Most unfortunately, Thorpe--I think more kindly of him when I don't give him his double-barrelled name--was daily exhibiting those qualities which had carried him through scrums. Bunch Grass A Chronicle of Life on a Cattle Ranch On the next evening, the last they were to spend at Mariana, the lieutenant was rowed ashore attired for sporting, with top-boots and a double-barrelled fowling piece. Sustained honor The Age of Liberty Established In his trembling hands was a double-barrelled shotgun, sawed off and doubtless loaded to the muzzle with buckshot. The Everlasting Whisper The latter tried the triggers and played with the lock, examining to see if they were double-barrelled. The Companions of Jehu Dias burst into a shout of laughter as they both dropped their weapons and swung their double-barrelled guns forward. The Treasure of the Incas They paused when they saw Livingstone seated on his camp-stool, with his double-barrelled gun across his knees, and his Makololos ready with their javelins. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 17 I noticed that my double-barrelled shot gun was lying at my feet, loaded, and picked it up to unload it, as I knew they would be handling it after landing. Klondyke Nuggets A Brief Description of the Great Gold Regions in the Northwest I told them frankly that I'd let drive among them some night with a double-barrelled gun, loaded with powder and duck-shot—and I meant it. Wild Northern Scenes Sporting Adventures with the Rifle and the Rod Among these was a couteau de chasse, with a double-barrelled pistol in a handle of jade. Pickle the Spy; Or, the Incognito of Prince Charles When on the march, Harry and his brother carried their double-barrelled guns, each with one barrel charged with shot suitable for pheasants or other birds, the other with buck-shot. The Treasure of the Incas I had three muskets for my people, and a rifle and double-barrelled shotgun for myself. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 17 In this tale occurs an instance of the sort, a "double-barrelled" instance indeed, that to him seems sufficiently curious to be worthy of telling. The People of the Mist So I bought me a double-barrelled gun, and a quantity of powder and shot, and gave fair warning that I intended to use them. Wild Northern Scenes Sporting Adventures with the Rifle and the Rod We took with us a double-barrelled rifle apiece, and also a pistol. A Strange Manuscript Found in a Copper Cylinder Harry had laid his double-barrelled gun on the parapet in front of him. The Treasure of the Incas Lieutenant Schwatka seated himself on a rock alongside the tent, with his double-barrelled breech-loading shot-gun in his hand, and in a short time stopped three—two drakes and a duck. Schwatka's Search On hooks above the sliding-doors are suspended a modern rifle and a double-barrelled shot-gun, and above these is a firelock musket that did good service in the Revolution. Nature's Serial Story I had two rifles and a double-barrelled fowling-piece, sitting in the corner of the parlor adjoining our sleeping-room, the gifts of valued friends. Wild Northern Scenes Sporting Adventures with the Rifle and the Rod They were double-barrelled affairs, with very fine hair- triggers. Captain Macklin To-night nothing will be settled, but to- morrow night I will go down the torrent with José I will carry your double-barrelled guns with me, señor, if you will let me have them. The Treasure of the Incas Lieutenant Schwatka carried his double-barrelled shotgun and killed a great many ducks and geese, and I, with my Sharp's rifle, got an occasional reindeer. Schwatka's Search A moment later he returned from the hall with the double-barrelled gun. Nature's Serial Story I loaded my double-barrelled gun by candle-light I put plenty of powder and a handful of shot into each barrel. Wild Northern Scenes Sporting Adventures with the Rifle and the Rod I had lent Nimrod a double-barrelled gun during the march, and he was evidently anxious to found a claim upon the protracted usufruct. Two Trips to Gorilla Land and the Cataracts of the Congo Volume 1 We have already bought two double-barrelled guns and a stock of ammunition, principally buck-shot, for we shall not be doing much big game shooting. The Treasure of the Incas We also bought three dogs for about a pound of powder, and a kyack for Joe, for which the captain gave an old broken double-barrelled gun and a handful of powder and shot. Schwatka's Search Then, taking down a double-barrelled breech-loading gun, he filled his pocket with cartridges. Nature's Serial Story In my hand was a double-barrelled rifle, an Express loaded with hollow-pointed bullets. She and Allan I saw several dark objects, and drawing up my double-barrelled shot-gun fired at them. The Great Salt Lake Trail I hung my head under this double-barrelled censure, and drooped my ears like a whipped spaniel, but I stuck to my opinion, and likewise to my Marilhat. Memoirs (Vieux Souvenirs) of the Prince de Joinville A number of steel traps, with the usual double-barrelled gun, or rifle, and a good supply of ammunition, constitute the most important supplies of the shanty-boat, and are never forgotten. Four Months in a Sneak-Box The strike was over when Jimmie came out of jail; it had been settled by the double-barrelled device of raising the wages of the men and putting their leaders behind bars. Jimmie Higgins At length came a hunter with his double-barrelled gun at his back, and hanger by his side. Household Tales by Brothers Grimm Brown looked up and found that he was peering into the muzzle of a double-barrelled gun, probably loaded with buck-shot. The Great Salt Lake Trail Moreover, without saying anything more we gave to each of them a double-barrelled and loaded pistol. Allan and the Holy Flower The double-barrelled guns fired with heavy charges of power, caused them to jump up in affected alarm, and then to subside into their seats convulsed with laughter. How I Found Livingstone; travels, adventures, and discoveres in Central Africa, including an account of four months' residence with Dr. Livingstone, by Henry M. Stanley Every man carried a double-barrelled shotgun, and the old man smiled and his respect for Hale rose higher, high as it already was, for nobody—mountaineer or not—has love for a hostile shotgun. The Trail of the Lonesome Pine One of our guards, who was killed on the road, had a double-barrelled English fowling-piece. Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah — Volume 1 All were fully armed, principally with double-barrelled guns loaded with twenty-six buckshot, a formidable charge with which to plug a man. The Great Salt Lake Trail Taking the double-barrelled gun of which I have spoken, I called Mavovo and handed it to him, saying: "It is yours, O true prophet." Allan and the Holy Flower Having settled the position of the camp, which overlooked one of the pools found in the depression of the Gombe creek, I took my double-barrelled smooth-bore, and sauntered off to the park-land. How I Found Livingstone; travels, adventures, and discoveres in Central Africa, including an account of four months' residence with Dr. Livingstone, by Henry M. Stanley Once in the South Seas the captain awoke to look into the muzzle of a double-barrelled shot-gun held in the hand of the leader of a mutiny. Tides of Barnegat Their salute was returned from the chamber windows, by the discharge of a double-barrelled gun, loaded with buck-shot. Roughing It in the Bush They conducted him to the room, and on finding that none of the double-barrelled guns had been used for some days, he seemed considerably annoyed. The Honor of the Name Fritz, to his immense delight, received as the prize for shooting and swimming, a splendid double-barrelled rifle, and a beautiful hunting-knife. Swiss Family Robinson At the window, with a double-barrelled gun in his hands, stood a short, square, red-headed man. Love Among the Chickens George Hawker reined up his horse when he saw escape was impossible, and awaited their coming with a double-barrelled pistol in his hand. Recollections of Geoffrey Hamlyn I immediately promised him a new double-barrelled gun and some gold, when my party should arrive, as an earnest of the future. The Albert N'Yanza, Great Basin of the Nile I had given my shikari a double-barrelled gun, and I ordered him to take his stand as instructed by the natives; he accordingly disappeared, I knew not where. Wild Beasts and Their Ways, Reminiscences of Europe, Asia, Africa and America — Volume 1 Some of the men had swords and pistols; others had short blunderbusses with brass barrels; many had guns of various patterns, from the long old-fashioned Arab to the commonest double-barrelled French gun that was imported. Ismailia Rightly viewed, I say, that double-barrelled ensign is the proudest gonfalon ever kissed by wanton zephyrs. Such Is Life And to hear the boy, those two sovereigns would buy everything in the world, from the pig to a double-barrelled gun. The Stokesley Secret It was getting rather unpleasant; but having my revolver and a double-barrelled rifle in my hands, there was no fear of their being stolen. The Albert N'Yanza, Great Basin of the Nile Knowing that my double-barrelled No. 10 with 7 drams of powder would have sufficient penetration, I aimed exactly at the nostril, then fully dilated by the excitement of the animal, and fired. Wild Beasts and Their Ways, Reminiscences of Europe, Asia, Africa and America — Volume 1 Lieutenant Baker was on my right, with a double-barrelled express rifle that carried a No. 70 bullet. Ismailia It was a superb weapon, double-barrelled, of unusually fine make, and very elegant. Within an Inch of His Life A page then arrived from the king to ask after Bana's health, carrying the Whitworth rifle as his master's card, and begging for a heavy double-barrelled gun to be sent him from Gani. The Discovery of the Source of the Nile Mahommed Her sent me immediately a fat ox for my people: not to be under any obligation I immediately gave him a double-barrelled gun. The Albert N'Yanza, Great Basin of the Nile Johann Schmidt was a poor man, who could not afford the luxury of first-rate rifles; he therefore did his best with most inferior arms, one of which was a light double-barrelled smooth-bore muzzle-loader No. 16. Wild Beasts and Their Ways, Reminiscences of Europe, Asia, Africa and America — Volume 1 This little weapon was a double-barrelled breechloader, and carried the Boxer bullet of government calibre, with a charge of three drachms of powder. Ismailia By their side lie a double-barrelled gun, packages of cartridges, two bowls filled with small-shot, and, finally, a large china basin, with a dark sediment at the bottom. Within an Inch of His Life The passengers frown on me for this carelessness, but the kind-hearted Ryder gives me a small double-barrelled gun, with which I narrowly escape murdering my beloved friend Hingston in cold blood. The Complete Works of Artemus Ward — Part 4: To California and Return I had clothed my men all in uniform, and had armed them with double-barrelled guns and rifles. The Albert N'Yanza, Great Basin of the Nile Twelve months' experience with elephants and buffaloes decided me to order a battery of double-barrelled rifles, No. 10, two-grooved, with 6 drams of fine grain powder, and spherical-belted bullets. Wild Beasts and Their Ways, Reminiscences of Europe, Asia, Africa and America — Volume 1 When Speke parted from him at Gondokoro, he presented him with a beautiful double-barrelled gun by Blissett, in addition to other articles. Ismailia He showed me a beautiful double-barrelled rifle that Speke had given him. In the Heart of Africa We therefore left all the people behind, except two gun-bearers, each of whom carried one of my double-barrelled rifles. The Rifle and the Hound in Ceylon I gave this man a double-barrelled gun, and he behaved well. The Albert N'Yanza, Great Basin of the Nile As I had a double-barrelled powerful rifle, I of course went first, followed by Bob close behind. Wild Beasts and Their Ways, Reminiscences of Europe, Asia, Africa and America — Volume 1 Between them is a bench, on which there are a pail and a dipper; above the bench a towel hanging on a nail, and above the towel a double-barrelled shot-gun suspended on two pegs. Washington Square Plays Not to be under any obligation, I immediately gave him a double-barrelled gun. In the Heart of Africa My three double-barrelled rifles were now all empty, and I was carrying the little No. 16 gun. The Rifle and the Hound in Ceylon Just as Ibrahim was leaving this morning I was obliged to secure the slave Bacheeta as interpreter, at the price of three double-barrelled guns to purchase her freedom. The Albert N'Yanza, Great Basin of the Nile My recreant followers now returned, and having administered a few kicks, I took a double-barrelled rifle and we commenced a strict search for the wounded animal. Wild Beasts and Their Ways, Reminiscences of Europe, Asia, Africa and America — Volume 1 This double-barrelled order given, the doctor went away. Hard Cash I immediately promised him a new double-barrelled gun and some gold when my party should arrive, as an earnest of the future. In the Heart of Africa Giving my rifle to the gun-bearer, I took the double-barrelled gun which he carried, and walked quickly towards breakfast. The Rifle and the Hound in Ceylon He showed me a beautiful double-barrelled rifle by Blissett, that Speke had given him. The Albert N'Yanza, Great Basin of the Nile By the way, I first located the messenger's arsenal—a double-barrelled shot-gun with buckshot cartridges and a thirty-eight in a drawer. Sixes and Sevens He stopped the cab; went in and bought a double-barrelled pistol, with powder-flask, bullets, wads, and caps complete. Hard Cash Upon this I laid five double-barrelled guns loaded with buckshot, a revolver, and a naked sabre as sharp as a razor. In the Heart of Africa In the same instant, as I dropped my empty rifle, a double-barrelled gun was pushed into my hand, and I ran up to him, just in time to catch him as he was half risen. The Rifle and the Hound in Ceylon Vigorous thrusting and straight hitting cleared the tree, and the party were scattered right and left, followed up by Richarn and Achmet, armed with double-barrelled rifles. The Albert N'Yanza, Great Basin of the Nile Bang! went the double-barrelled rifle, and off fled the pigeon. The Ivory Child The best of the lot, perhaps, was a double-barrelled No. 12 shot-gun, but it had flint locks. Allan's Wife Richarn instructed him in the mysteries of waiting at table, and washing plates, etc., while I taught him to shoot, and gave him a light double-barrelled gun. In the Heart of Africa With such weapons as the double-barrelled No. 10 rifles a shot is seldom wasted; and during the chase, an elephant drops from the herd at every puff of smoke. The Rifle and the Hound in Ceylon He was taught by her to sew; Richarn instructed him in the mysteries of waiting at table, and washing plates, &c.; while I taught him to shoot, and gave him a light double-barrelled gun. The Albert N'Yanza, Great Basin of the Nile Their outfit, I should add, was very simple: some food in bags, a flask of spirits, two double-barrelled guns that would shoot either shot or ball, a bull's-eye lantern, matches and their pistols. The Ivory Child Did you hope to do any better with a double-barrelled gun? Colomba |
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