英语词汇“McGuffey”造句子简单的方法、技巧、例句及翻译-英语例句辞典

Rag dolls, miniature Danish wooden horses and McGuffey Readers from our home-schooling days were placed near the toaster oven and compost toilet. My mother, alone in the woods 2014-01-20T01:00:00Z

Excerpts featured prominently in elocution books like “The Columbian Orator” and “The National Orator” and in the advanced McGuffey’s readers. Measuring America’s Shakespearean Devotion 2014-03-19T20:47:10Z

In Cincinnati, Sheriff Charmaine McGuffey said she had given three commendations for successful interventions at the county jail since her department began the program last year. A New Message for Police: If You See Something, Say Something 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z

Charmaine McGuffey, the sheriff in Cincinnati, said it was a “necessary step” in healing a nation torn apart by police violence. Police chiefs hail Chauvin verdict as a key step to healing 2021-04-21T04:00:00Z

Neil told People that after interviews with 31 people, McGuffey was reassigned. Ohio sheriff-elect makes history while beating ex-boss who fired her 2020-11-05T05:00:00Z

Aug. 13 at McGuffey Health Care and the Gadsden Public Library; 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Alabama editorial roundup 2019-08-07T04:00:00Z

McGuffey said in an era of news micro-cycles, Trump is “trying to rewrite history, he’s trying to clean it up.” How Trump has attempted to recast his response to Charlottesville 2019-05-06T04:00:00Z

Then, we walked over to the Jefferson School and a group of us proceeded from there to McGuffey Park. Faith and freedom on the march in Charlottesville 2017-08-17T04:00:00Z

McGuffey quit in May when she was told she would be demoted after running the jail for four years. Former jail supervisor files discrimination complaint 2017-08-12T04:00:00Z

If you look at the old McGuffey Readers, they were as much about teaching good values and good ethics and good citizenship as about teaching reading. Is the U.S. Education System Producing a Society of “Smart Fools”? 2017-05-31T04:00:00Z

The Bible was often one of the first books studied, along with McGuffey Readers. Family preserves Clay County one-room schoolhouse 2016-08-22T04:00:00Z

Michael McGuffey, senior vice president of institutional research and planning, also reported that the university’s student retention rate is 78 percent. Marshall enrollment up 2.7 percent 2015-10-29T04:00:00Z

He speaks with students at McGuffey and Trinity Area school districts yearly to encourage careers in writing and creating. Brazilian jiujitsu expert pursues creative endeavors 2015-10-24T04:00:00Z

Jim McGuffey, who spent nearly 30 years in the industry and now runs a security consulting business in South Carolina, was skeptical of the effectiveness of GardaWorld’s campaign. In Houston, Armored Cars Are Doing the Opposite of Dissuading Robbers 2013-12-07T18:27:39Z

The McGuffey readers encouraged patience and repeated readings that would lead to oral performance. Reading is not a race: The virtues of the ?slow reading? movement 2012-01-30T16:00:00Z

Now at this time McGuffey's spellers were the only spellers used in all the schools. Autobiography of Z. S. Hastings

It’s true, then, this Donohue must have a swift delivery, for I could always follow the ball when McGuffey hurled his best; and seldom lost one that speed-king Hendrix sent along. Jack Winters' Baseball Team Or, The Rivals of the Diamond

Sometimes a sad homesick feeling comes over me when I compare the prevailing style of anecdote and school literature with the old McGuffey brand, so well known thirty years ago. Nye and Riley's Wit and Humor (Poems and Yarns)

Then came our new books, a McGuffey reader, a Mitchell geography, a Ray's arithmetic, and a slate. A Son of the Middle Border

She taught me to read from McGuffey's First Reader. Tuskegee & Its People: Their Ideals and Achievements

But, listen, in about a week more the class of three came to school each with McGuffey's speller. Autobiography of Z. S. Hastings

Of course they knew it was the Geography Song from their McGuffey Reader which the singing master had set to tune. Blue Ridge Country

Wadley was not among those who sat on the porch of the general store known as McGuffey's Emporium. Oh, You Tex!

Then they clambered out to where Wedge McGuffey was perched. The Boy Scouts of Lenox

It almost gives you the creeps to hear Jocko performing, for it strikes you as what Andy McGuffey would call uncanny. The Chums of Scranton High Hugh Morgan's Uphill Fight

Whenever one of the flotilla of canoes hove to at a respectful distance, showed signs of crossing an imaginary deadline drawn by McGuffey, he would point his rifle at them and swear horribly. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

To make sure they had not forgotten the McGuffey piece he halted the singing and directed that they speak over the piece together, which they did with a verve: Oh! have you heard Geography sung? Blue Ridge Country

Sometimes a sad, homesick feeling comes over me, when I compare the prevailing style of anecdote and school literature with the old McGuffey brand, so well known thirty years ago. The Wit and Humor of America, Volume I. (of X.)

Now Wedge McGuffey has got broad shoulders and spindle legs, and he wears a pointed shoe like the one that made these tracks.” The Boy Scouts of Lenox

McGuffey, you take post at the point behind. Foes in Ambush

McGuffey stood at the rail and jeered them, for his democratic soul could take no cognizance of form or ceremony to a cannibal king, or at least a king but recently delivered from cannibalism. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

The McGuffey Log School shrine stands not far from the mouth of Big Sandy River in Boyd County. Blue Ridge Country

"McGuffey, Miss, and it's a pleasure to serve the likes of yuh," he said, pleased and embarrassed. The Big-Town Round-Up

They are the earliest editions of McGuffey's Eclectic Readers that have been found in a search lasting forty years. A History of the McGuffey Readers

Get McGuffey and Fritz; block up the front of the cave with rocks; move in those Moreno women; carry Sergeant Wing back to the farther cave,—Miss Harvey will show you where. Foes in Ambush

Mr. McGuffey had a wild impulse to cast himself upon the Gibney neck and weep, but his honour forbade any such weakness. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Each year hundreds of McGuffey enthusiasts make a pilgrimage to the humble shrine of learning. Blue Ridge Country

Nora giggled behind her fingers, but her mistress did not even smile at the awkwardness of Patrolman McGuffey. The Big-Town Round-Up

But what interest can the history of the McGuffey Eclectic Readers have to those who did not use these books in their school career? A History of the McGuffey Readers

Hold it he must for a few minutes at least, until, recalling McGuffey, he can set him and one or two others to work piling up a rock barricade in front of the cave. Foes in Ambush

This earnest little speech, which came straight from the honest McGuffey's heart, brought the tears to the commodore's eyes. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Once there was an old schoolmaster in the southern mountains who refused to give up teaching from the McGuffey Readers despite the fact that legislation had ruled out the old familiar classics. Blue Ridge Country

The method pursued is the same as that in McGuffey's Revised Readers, and the greatest possible care has been taken to insure a gradation suited to the youngest children. McGuffey's Eclectic Primer, Revised Edition

Valuable information has also been furnished by descendants of the McGuffey family, and by the educational institutions with which each of the authors of the readers was connected. A History of the McGuffey Readers

Then bounding down the gorge he finds McGuffey kneeling at the point. Foes in Ambush

Well, my bucko," muttered McGuffey, who always drew the colour line, "I'm glad to hear that. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Preface In presenting McGuffeys Revised First Reader to the public, attention is invited to the following features: 1. McGuffey's First Eclectic Reader, Revised Edition

I learned to read out of McGuffey's speller. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Florida Narratives

One of the most eminent political leaders of the present day attributes his power in the use of English largely to the study of McGuffey's Sixth Reader in the common schools of Ohio. A History of the McGuffey Readers

After that, he came over every evening and Rowena taught him to read in McGuffey's Second Reader. Vandemark's Folly

Meanwhile, McGuffey contented himself by parading backward and forward across the fo'castle head with a Mauser rifle in the hollow of his arm and his person fairly bristling with pistols and cutlasses. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

The credit for this revision is almost wholly due to the friends of McGuffeys Readers,—eminent teachers and scholars, who have contributed suggestions and criticisms gained from their daily work in the schoolroom. McGuffey's First Eclectic Reader, Revised Edition

Making the American mind: social and moral ideas in the McGuffey readers. U.S. Copyright Renewals, 1974 July - December

He replied that he had done so in the public schools of Japan and added, "I learned my English from McGuffey's Readers, with which you are no doubt familiar." A History of the McGuffey Readers

I think, I think they both come out of McGuffey's second Reader. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 5

So Mr. Gibney tore a leaf out of his pocket memorandum book, scrawled a note to McGuffey, and handed it to Tabu-Tabu, who at once dispatched a messenger with it to the Maggie II. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

I never went to school but three months, but I never will forget that old blue back McGuffey's. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 1

There was but one book at school in which I found the slightest interest: McGuffey's old leather-bound Sixth Reader. Complete Works of James Whitcomb Riley — Volume 1

McGuffey, and his name alone was on the early editions. A History of the McGuffey Readers

I had a treasure house in the school books of my elders, especially the McGuffey series of Readers from One to Six. At the Foot of the Rainbow

B. McGuffey, Esquire, rose, bowed his thanks, and sat down again, apparently very much confused. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

As we watched the big ve-hi-ackle, as Leon called it, creep slowly down the Little Hill, it made me think of that pathetic poem, "The Three Warnings," in McGuffey's Sixth. Laddie; a true blue story

Either the distance was too great, or else a slant of the wind caused the ball to miss its mark, much to the regret of McGuffey, who had qualified for that honor. Jack Winters' Gridiron Chums

For more than seventy years the McGuffey Readers have held high rank as text-books for use in the elementary schools, especially throughout the West and South. A History of the McGuffey Readers

Not that the shabby surroundings ever made any difference whether the guests were "carriage company" or not, to quote good Mrs. McGuffey. Peter: a novel of which he is not the hero

It's—it's—dog my cats, McGuffey, it's masterly. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Laddie braided corn husks for the kitchen and outside door mats, and they were pretty, and "very useful too," like the dog that got his head patted in McGuffey's Second. Laddie; a true blue story

"What place is it?" called out McGuffey, from the centre of the bunch; "does anybody know?" Jack Winters' Gridiron Chums

In 1841 a higher reader was added to the series which was then named McGuffey's Rhetorical Guide. A History of the McGuffey Readers

Mrs. McGuffey was ushering in a young woman whose radiant face was like a burst of sunshine. Peter: a novel of which he is not the hero

McGuffey once more sat down on the cabin ventilator. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

There was one part of him that couldn't be described any better than the way Mr. Rienzi told about his brother in his "Address to the Romans," in McGuffey's Sixth. Laddie; a true blue story

Still, merely as a matter of taste, I will defend the quality of McGuffey's School Readers against all comers. Back Home

This latest form now in extensive use is called The New McGuffey Readers. A History of the McGuffey Readers

So did good Mrs. McGuffey, who selected this night for her own social outings; and so did most of his intimate friends who were familiar with his habits. Peter: a novel of which he is not the hero

"McGuffey, for a thousand," he bellowed, and ran forward with outstretched hand. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Sally leaned back all pinksome and blushful, and while she laughed at him she "Carelessly tossed off a curl That played on her delicate brow." exactly like Mary Dow in McGuffey's Third. Laddie; a true blue story

I don't know who McGuffey was; but certainly he formed the greatest intellects of our age, present company not excepted. Back Home

The First and Second Readers of the McGuffey Series were substantially made new at each revision. A History of the McGuffey Readers

At least, this is the inference one gathers from reading Mr. McGuffey's account of the affair. A Plea for Old Cap Collier

McGuffey, your argument does you a heap of credit. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Miss Amelia began with McGuffey's spelling book, and whenever some poor unfortunate made a bad break the crowd roared with laughter. Laddie; a true blue story

Now, almost the earliest lection in McGuffey's First Reader goes directly to the heart of one of the greatest of modern problems. Back Home

Much as you may have studied the languages or the sciences, that which most affected you was the moral lessons in the series of McGuffey. A History of the McGuffey Readers

The original Mr. McGuffey was very strong for illustrations. A Plea for Old Cap Collier

It was fully half an hour before poor McGuffey could pull himself together, and when he did, his grief was superseded by a fit of rage that was terrible to behold. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

He has at the same time endeavored to preserve those essential features which have always distinguished the McGuffey Readers and have so largely contributed to their success. The New McGuffey Fourth Reader

The three months that followed were the most harrowing of McGuffey's life. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Many of these prove to be fragments of pieces that are found in the McGuffey Readers. A History of the McGuffey Readers

I never gleaned much regarding the family history of the McGuffeys. A Plea for Old Cap Collier

"I'd better ease up a minute, sir," said the mate to Mr. McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

It is now nearly three quarters of a century since the appearance of the first edition of McGuffey's Readers, compiled by Dr. William H. McGuffey. The New McGuffey Fourth Reader

McGuffey longed to kill him, but dared not. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

This allusion was perfectly clear to the millions of people who used the McGuffey Readers at any time after 1853. A History of the McGuffey Readers

Ned Buntline may never have enjoyed the vogue among parents and teachers that Mr. McGuffey enjoyed, but I'll say this for him—he knew more about the laws of hydraulics than McGuffey ever dreamed. A Plea for Old Cap Collier

McGuffey could see them pawing around on the bottom of the little bay, and after half a minute each came up with a magnificent spray of coral. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"I ain't got the heart to clout you an' make you eat them words," Mr. McGuffey declared sorrowfully. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Scraggs demurred, pleading poverty, but Mr. McGuffey assumed such a threatening attitude that reluctantly Scraggs paid him a hundred and fifty dollars on account, and McGuffey extended the balance one year—and quit. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

When the Fourth Reader was issued in 1837 it contained a preface of three closely printed pages setting forth and defending the plan of McGuffey's books. A History of the McGuffey Readers

McGuffey sat on top of the two cases with his legs dangling over the end of the wagon. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"Me an' Gib's goin' ashore for lunch at the Marigold Café," McGuffey announced presently, in order to break the horrible silence that followed Scraggsy's crushing defeat. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Mr. Gibney hurried forward, threw out the gangplank, and assisted McGuffey in carrying both crates aboard the Maggie and into her little cabin. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Mr. McGuffey, always slow and unimaginative, shouldered the skipper aside, and calmly surveyed the ghastly apparition. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

The sole author of the four readers first issued as the Eclectic Readers was William Holmes McGuffey. A History of the McGuffey Readers

Poor McGuffey was stunned when he heard the news that night from Scab Johnny. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Mr. Gibney took daily observations, and was particular to make daily entries in his log when he, Scraggs, and McGuffey were not playing cribbage, a game of which all three were passionately fond. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Well, McGuffey, I was king of Aranuka for nearly six months. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

McGuffey coughed and tears as big as marbles cascaded down the honest Gibney's rubicund countenance. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

The publishers of the "Newly Revised McGuffey Readers," therefore, sought to replace the older edition wherever it was in use and to displace competing books wherever possible. A History of the McGuffey Readers

Godless and wholly irreclaimable as Mr. Gibney and Mr. McGuffey might have been and doubtless were, each possessed in bounteous measure the sweetest of human attributes, to-wit: a soft, kind heart and a forgiving spirit. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

McGuffey edged up and eyed the commodore seriously. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

McGuffey's heart was with the Maggie's internal economy, however, and on Monday morning he was up betimes, leaving Mr. Gibney to snore blissfully until eight o'clock. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

He had small fear that either Gibney or McGuffey would show up for an hour, for he knew that Mr. Gibney had money in his possession. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

In 1789 this family removed to Washington county, Pa. Alexander McGuffey, the father of Dr. McGuffey, was six years old when the family came to America in August, 1774. A History of the McGuffey Readers

At the suggestion of Scraggs, Gibney and McGuffey nailed up the box of "Oriental Goods," set both boxes out on the main deck, aft, and covered them with a tarpaulin. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"Supposin' this king don't care to have any truck with us?" inquired McGuffey anxiously. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"Right you are, Gib, my hearty," responded McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

He menaced Mr. McGuffey with a rigid index finger. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Alexander McGuffey served in the army three years, venturing his life with small bodies of scouts in the Indian country. A History of the McGuffey Readers

When a shipmate's soul lay bare it was not for the McGuffey to inspect it too closely. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Well, then," said McGuffey, "let's get the guns ready. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

To look at me now, McGuffey, you'd never think that in them days I was one of the smartest young bucks that ever boxed the compass. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"We have," boomed McGuffey, "an' beautiful specimens they be." Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

The next year McArthur, McGuffey and George Sutherland were again sent out by General Wayne to spy the Indians. A History of the McGuffey Readers

McGuffey, smothered in guilt, felt nevertheless that he had to stand by his guns, so to speak. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

There is always something connected with the use of that pronoun of kings which eats like a canker at the heart of men of the McGuffey breed. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"McGuffey to hold the stakes an' decide the bet." Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

The sight reminded McGuffey of a terrier worrying a mastiff. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Just at dusk McGuffey, who was leading the party, saw in the path the gaily decorated head-dress of an Indian. A History of the McGuffey Readers

McGuffey choked Captain Scraggs until he reluctantly let go Mr. Gibney; whereupon all three fled from the cabin as from a pestilence, and gathered, an angry and disappointed group, out on deck. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

McGuffey had a rapid-fire gun trained on the wari, and the savages, with frightful yells, were fleeing madly from the little shells. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

He stepped out of the cabin and presently Gibney and McGuffey were conscious of a rapid succession of thuds on the deck. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"Oh, hell, Gib, be a good feller," poor McGuffey pleaded. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

McGuffey saw through the stratagem instantly; without halting, he gave it a kick and shouted "Indians!" A History of the McGuffey Readers

It's gettin' so," McGuffey mourned, "that I don't have no more time off in port. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

The wicked McGuffey was laughing immoderately, but to Scraggs it was no laughing matter. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Mr. Gibney listened for five minutes to the uproar that rose from the bowels of the little steamer before he whistled up Mr. McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"You must ha' been with them red whiskers on your face," McGuffey agreed. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

The wars with the Indians in that region closed in 1794, and Alexander McGuffey then married Anna Holmes, of Washington county, and became a settler. A History of the McGuffey Readers

There are moments in life when silence is the greatest sympathy one can offer, and intuitively McGuffey felt that he was face to face with a tragedy. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

McGuffey looked, and his face went whiter than the foaming breakers beyond which he could see the Maggie II, under full sail, headed for the open sea. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

McGuffey was willing so they left the bulkhead for the more convivial shelter of the Bowhead saloon. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

You an' McGuffey hurry right over to the warehouse an' butt in on the sale when they come to them two boxes. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

McGuffey's life he had no opportunities for education other than those afforded by the brief winter schools supported by the voluntary subscriptions of the parents in the neighborhood. A History of the McGuffey Readers

"Twig the yellow beggar, will you, Gib?" said McGuffey; "one eye half open for all the world like he was winkin' at us an' enjoyin' th' joke." Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"I been chief engineer in the Mexican navy," replied McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Scarce had he departed before the watchful eye of Captain Scraggs observed Mr. Gibney and McGuffey in the offing, a block away. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Well, there's one thing certain," McGuffey concluded, "an' that thing is sure a cinch. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

He was informed that a Mr. McGuffey lived there. A History of the McGuffey Readers

"The old girl don't seem to be makin' headway in the right direction," McGuffey remarked plaintively, after the Maggie had strained at the hawser for five minutes. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

McGuffey said it was, and went below to tune up his engine. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"For one hundred dollars each, McGuffey an' I will sail her in for you, sir." Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

The work was so far advanced by midnight Sunday that Scraggs realized he would get to sea by Tuesday noon, so he dismissed Gibney and McGuffey and ordered them home for some needed sleep. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

The doors of the "Old Stone Academy" were opened to William H. McGuffey and he there obtained his first start in a preparation for college. A History of the McGuffey Readers

Had either Mr. Gibney or McGuffey been watching Captain Scraggs for the next twenty minutes they would have been much puzzled to account for that worthy's actions. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Half an hour later he stood on the battered decks of the gunboat beside Gibney and McGuffey and watched the dense clouds of smoke that heralded the passing of the Maggie. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Mr. McGuffey considered a few moments and made his decision. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"All's well that ends well, gentlemen," Mr. McGuffey announced. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

McGuffey's father was too poor to aid his son in obtaining a collegiate education, and the latter soon turned to teaching as a means of obtaining money to support himself in college. A History of the McGuffey Readers

The pirates were early astir; so early, in fact, that long before Captain Scraggs and his crew appeared on deck, Messrs. Gibney and McGuffey had quietly cooked breakfast in the galley. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Captain Scraggs and McGuffey had never been in the South Seas, but they had heard that a fair margin of profit was to be wrung from trade in copra, shell, cocoanuts, and kindred tropical products. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"It's a wonder that bird wouldn't get him a soft hat to do his jumpin' on," McGuffey remarked. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Also, he had lost his skiff, and McGuffey and Gibney had practically blackmailed him out of forty dollars. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

McGuffey first met with a great teacher and former of character,—Dr. Andrew Wylie, then the president. A History of the McGuffey Readers

"How d'ye come to pick up with her?" inquired McGuffey politely. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

McGuffey could hear the cries and general uproar from the wari, though he could not see what was taking place. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Ten miles off the coast, Mr. Gibney hung her up in the wind again, braced his yards with the aid of the winch and McGuffey, came about and headed north. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

They were abreast Black Point before this latter sail was clewed up, and then they smothered the lower top-s'ls; the bark was slipping lazily through the water and McGuffey took the wheel. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Dr. McGuffey was obliged to suspend his collegiate course for a year to earn more money for his support. A History of the McGuffey Readers

"Snub her gently, Mac, snub her gently, an' give her the thirty-fathom shackle to the water's edge," he warned McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Whereupon B. McGuffey, Esquire, sat down on the cabin ventilator, pulled out a bandana handkerchief and wept into it, for his honest Irish heart was breaking. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Silently Mr. McGuffey nodded an endorsement of his comrade's indicated horsepower and peculiar masculine beauty in the days of the latter's vanished youth. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"Sorter what th' feller calls vain regrets," suggested McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Whatever positions of honor or of trust his pupils held in their later careers, they never ceased to feel the impulse which came from Dr. McGuffey as a teacher. A History of the McGuffey Readers

Mr. McGuffey appeared on the point of weeping and put his arm around his old comrade in silent sympathy. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

At this juncture the mate, passing around McGuffey on his way to the deck, winked solemnly at Mr. Gibney, who hung his war-worn head in simulated shame. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

He was so cheerful and happy that McGuffey, taking advantage of the situation, argued him into some minor repairs to the engine. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

And since McGuffey knew, from ocular evidence, that Mr. Gibney was "flush," he decided to accompany the mate and preserve him from temptation. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

After ten years spent in teaching and preaching at Miami University, Dr. McGuffey resigned, August 26, 1836, and accepted the presidency of Cincinnati College. A History of the McGuffey Readers

"He'll die when the freight claims come in," Mr. McGuffey chortled. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Under the inspiration of McGuffey's unselfish words the glasses were refilled and all three pledged their friendship anew. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

With McGuffey's help the sheets came home, the halyards were taken to, the yards mast-headed, and the halyards belayed to their pin. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"It's cold down here nights, Gib," McGuffey opined presently. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Dr. McGuffey accepted the presidency with a full knowledge that the work was experimental. A History of the McGuffey Readers

As she hauled away from the wharf, Messrs. Gibney and McGuffey might have been observed seated on the stern bitts smoking, the picture of contentment. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

As for Captain Scraggs, he was naturally of a cold and selfish disposition, and McGuffey's toast appealed more to his brain than to his heart. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Scraggs then prepared a similar meal for Mr. Gibney and McGuffey, set it in the oven to keep warm, and descended to the engine room to relieve McGuffey for dinner. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Mr. McGuffey was already seated and disposing of his meal when Mr. Gibney entered. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

In 1839, Dr. McGuffey accepted the presidency of the Ohio University at Athens, Ohio, which office he held for four years. A History of the McGuffey Readers

The surf, dashing in under her fantail, had more power than McGuffey's engines, and, foot by foot, the Maggie proceeded to dig herself in. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Better look over your supplies, McGuffey, and see if there's any paint aboard. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"Keep up your courage, Scraggsy," he called, as Hicks and McGuffey pranced around the deck in simulated combat. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

When Captain Scraggs returned to the little steamer shortly after five o'clock, to his great amazement, he discovered Mr. Gibney and McGuffey dressed in their other suits—including celluloid collars and cuffs. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Dr. McGuffey returned to Cincinnati and was for two years a professor in Woodward College, now Woodward High School. A History of the McGuffey Readers

Captain Scraggs was for walking the six blocks to this restaurant, but Mr. McGuffey had acquired, on six cocktails, what is colloquially described as "a start," and insisted upon chartering a taxicab. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

McGuffey, lad, better run below and tune up your engines. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

To his great surprise, Mr. McGuffey winked at him and drew him off to the stern of the Maggie. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

At the conclusion of the three minutes of horse-play, Mr. McGuffey came to the hatch again. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Dr. McGuffey's classes in the University of Virginia were well attended. A History of the McGuffey Readers

"I wish she was a schooner," McGuffey complained, edging over to the weather rail. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Well," rumbled McGuffey, "this Tabu-Tabu don't look much like a preacher, if you ask me. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

They had cut the rivets and removed the head and at sight of the ruin disclosed within, Mr. McGuffey was truly shocked—and awed. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Off again, on again, away again, Finnegan—and not a nickel's worth of loss unless you count them vegetables you hove at McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Dr. McGuffey once told a pupil that he had preached three thousand sermons and had never written one. A History of the McGuffey Readers

Mr. McGuffey, sensing his defeat, retired forthwith to hide his embarrassment and distress; as the door closed behind him, Hicks and Flaherty faced each other. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Mr. McGuffey was partly right, for in a few minutes Tabu-Tabu came alongside, climbed aboard, and salaamed. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

At this juncture, Mr. Gibney and McGuffey, unable to restrain their curiosity, and forgetful of the fact that they were pirates with very sore feet, came running over the deckload and invaded the pilot house. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Pop-eyed with excitement and interest, B. McGuffey, Esquire, stood up and with a single twist shed his cap and coat. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Dr. McGuffey was a man of medium stature and compact figure. A History of the McGuffey Readers

"Ta-ta," McGuffey cried in his tantalizing falsetto voice, and followed his leader into the briny deep. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

McGuffey leaned against the gun, and for the moment he was as weak as a child. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

On the deck below a dead man lay in the scuppers, and such a horrible stench pervaded the vessel that McGuffey was taken very ill and was forced to seek the rail. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"The way you ruin them bonnets o' yourn sure is a scandal," Mr. McGuffey concluded. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

As business men, the publishers of McGuffey's Readers desired to learn the truth about the situation of the South and its probable future. A History of the McGuffey Readers

McGuffey nodded his approbation, and set forth to borrow the needful five dollars. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Captain Scraggs realized too well the value of McGuffey in the engine room. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

The lone deckhand emerged from a hole in the freight forward whither he had retreated to escape the vegetable barrage put over by Captain Scraggs when McGuffey left the ship. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

You say she walked ashore on you, McGuffey? Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

They asked Dr. McGuffey to take a trip through the Carolinas, Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi and make report to them at Cincinnati. A History of the McGuffey Readers

"Come here till I introduce you to the jib halyards," he bawled to McGuffey, and they went forward. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Captain Scraggs sank limply into McGuffey's arms and the two stared at the doughty commodore. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Under Gibney's direction, the jib halyards were taken through the leading blocks to the winch head; McGuffey manned the winch and the jib was hauled up. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Captain Scraggs glanced around wildly, and when McGuffey jeered him, he cast his hat upon the deck and started to leap upon it. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

While Dr. McGuffey was still at Oxford, Ohio, he took part in the formation of probably the first extended Teachers' Association formed in the West. A History of the McGuffey Readers

He suffered himself to be taken back to the Maggie, after which kindly action Mr. Gibney returned to the Chesapeake, climbed aboard, and with the assistance of McGuffey, hauled the work boat up on deck. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

In order to make no mistake, right after breakfast you an' McGuffey go down to Jackson Street wharf an' interview this man Coakley about his steamer Victor. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

The bark swung until her bows were straightened to the ebb tide and with a wild, triumphant yell Mr. Gibney clasped the honest McGuffey to his perspiring bosom. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Shortly thereafter the coroner came and removed the dead, after which Gibney and McGuffey hosed down the deck, located some hard tack and coffee, supped and turned in in the officers' quarters. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Throughout its continuance Dr. McGuffey took an active part in the work. A History of the McGuffey Readers

"Perhaps McGuffey will have heart enough to telephone into the city for a tug." Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Captain Scraggs turned a sneering glance upon the unhappy commodore while McGuffey sat down on the damp rail of the derelict and laughed until the tears coursed down his honest face. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Flaherty was about to possess himself of a hatchet when the face of his confrère, Dan Hicks, appeared over McGuffey's shoulder and grinned knowingly at him. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

From the pawnshop he returned to Scab Johnny's with eight dollars in his pocket, routed out the contrite McGuffey, and carried the latter off to ham and eggs. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Of this number Dr. McGuffey prepared and delivered three. A History of the McGuffey Readers

Scab Johnny had been too long operating on a cash basis with Messrs. Gibney and McGuffey to risk adding to an old unpaid bill. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Captain Scraggs nodded and Mr. McGuffey slapped the commodore on the back affectionately. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

They retired to the sidewalk to hold a caucus and Mr. McGuffey located a dime which had dropped down inside the lining of his coat. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

The words were no sooner out of his mouth than Mr. McGuffey swung him clear of Mr. Gibney's wrath. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

While Dr. McGuffey was at Oxford, teaching mental philosophy to the pupils in Miami University, he prepared the manuscript for the two lower readers of the graded series which bore his name. A History of the McGuffey Readers

"It's a whack," yelled McGuffey joyfully, and whirling, struck Dan Hicks a mighty blow on the jaw. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"You do what Gib says," McGuffey ordered threateningly. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Promptly at eight o'clock, Mr. McGuffey was horrified to see his steam gauge drop half a pound as the Maggie's siren sounded. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"For failin' to stand up like a man, Scraggsy, an' battle Hicks an' Flaherty," he informed the culprit, and tossed him over to McGuffey to be held in position for him. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Dr. McGuffey was selected by them as the most competent teacher known to them for the preparation of successful books. A History of the McGuffey Readers

For an instant it came into his mind to call upon the valiant and able McGuffey to support him in a fierce counter attack upon Hicks and Flaherty. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"A rate war would ruin us," McGuffey agreed. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Without waiting for a reply, Mr. McGuffey dropped back into his department and Captain Scraggs, his soul filled with rage and dire forebodings, repaired to the galley, and "candled" four dozen eggs. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Also his case resembled that of Mr. Gibney in that McGuffey's job on the Maggie was the first he had had in six months and he treasured it accordingly. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

McGuffey which in all the subsequent revisions have borne his name and retained the impress of his mind. A History of the McGuffey Readers

If you hadn't canned McGuffey," the latter opined, "we might have been able to back off under our own power as soon as the tide is at flood. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"If this ain't the best idea I ever heard of, I'm a Dutchman," replied McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Out of the four dozen he found nine with black spots in them and carefully set them aside to be fried, sunny side up, for Mr. Gibney and McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

McGuffey killed his engine, banked his fires, and came up on deck, wiping his anxious face with a fearfully filthy sweat rag. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Right here it seems proper to remark that although the McGuffey readers became the property of the publishers when the royalties reached one thousand dollars. A History of the McGuffey Readers

"You owe me eight dollars an' six bits, Scraggs," Mr. McGuffey reminded his owner calmly. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Tabu-Tabu relaxed his hold, Mr. Gibney followed with left and right to the head in quick succession, and McGuffey was counting the fatal ten over the fallen warrior. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Scraggs could not see him but he could hear him—so he pelted the engineer with potatoes, cabbage heads, and onions, the vegetables descending about the honest McGuffey in a veritable barrage. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

In his dull way it is probable that he was fascinated by the agile intelligence of Mr. Gibney, the vitriolic tongue of Captain Scraggs, and the elephantine wit and grizzly bear courage of Mr. McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Dr. McGuffey was employed by the publishers in connection with important revisions so long as he lived and the contracts specify a "satisfactory consideration" in each case. A History of the McGuffey Readers

A moment later, instead of cocoanuts, rich, unctuous curses began to descend on McGuffey and Scraggs. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

He was still sniffing when McGuffey bounced up out of the engine room. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"That tainted wealth I picked up at sea," shouted a voice from the dock, and turning, Scraggs and McGuffey observed Mr. Gibney standing on a stringer smiling at them. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"Hit in the face with a fortune an' didn't know it," gasped poor McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Before Dr. McGuffey completed the manuscripts of the Third and Fourth readers he left Oxford and went to Cincinnati. A History of the McGuffey Readers

The engines were overhauled by the faithful McGuffey and a large store of distillate stored in the hold. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Mr. Gibney rolled over, and, struggling to his knees, leaned over McGuffey and peered into his drawn face. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Only on entering or leaving a port, or in case of chase by an enemy, were the engines to be used, and McGuffey was warned to be extremely saving of his distillate. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"It's all over," said McGuffey sadly to the mate. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

But Mr. McGuffey determined to become a lawyer and, while still teaching English literature in Woodward College, he read law. A History of the McGuffey Readers

At the end of a week, all hands were troubled with indigestion and McGuffey developed a low fever. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

At about ten o'clock Captain Scraggs and McGuffey strolled leisurely down to Jackson Street wharf to inspect the Victor. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"Surest thing you know, brother," shouted Mr. McGuffey and swatted the deluded mate between the shoulders. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"Stake the feller, Gib," advised McGuffey, and wiped away a vagrant tear. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Smith, dated September 30, 1841, provided for the preparation within eighteen months, of the manuscript of a book to be called McGuffey's Rhetorical Reader, or by any other appropriate name which Mr. Smith might select. A History of the McGuffey Readers

He therefore continued: "The chair will app'int Mr. McGuffey an' himself a committee o' two to wait on one o' these here clairvoyants and have their fortunes told agin." Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"Let's go an' stow away a glass of beer," he suggested to McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

McGuffey, who was as superstitious as a negro, seconded the motion heartily and the committee forthwith sallied forth to consult the clairvoyant. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

From which it will readily be deduced that B. McGuffey, Esquire, was following the advice of his paternal ancestor and getting an anchor out to windward. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

McGuffey was a noteworthy figure in any assemblage of men. A History of the McGuffey Readers

McGuffey surveyed his superior officers, cursed them bitterly, and remarked, with tears of joy in his honest eyes, that both gentlemen had evaded their just deserts when they escaped with their lives. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

The money was placed in McGuffey's hands, and a moment later, with a mighty effort, Mr. Gibney pried off the lid of the crate. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

His footwork was excellent and McGuffey remarked as much to Captain Scraggs. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

But when Tabu-Tabu put up his hands after the most approved method of self-defense and dropped into a "crouch," McGuffey could no longer contain himself. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Since the McGuffey Readers became at an early day the absolute property of their publishers, they became responsible for all subsequent revisions and corrections of the books. A History of the McGuffey Readers

"The murderin' hound," whispered McGuffey, and sagged down on the sands. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

I want to remind you, however, Gib, that as shipmates me an' McGuffey don't stand for you shoulderin' any loss on them two cases o'—Oriental goods. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Sure," responded McGuffey, "and the king can be the goat. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"But there ain't no wild adventures around San Francisco Bay," protested McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

He pounced on the cash and the larger pile and left the insignificant schoolbooks for Mr. Smith, who thereupon became the sole owner of McGuffey's Readers. A History of the McGuffey Readers

"Then why give the Maggie II to this hound of a mate?" demanded the single-minded McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

In the cabin he found Mr. Gibney and McGuffey playing cribbage. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"Good idea," responded McGuffey, whereupon he picked up a rock and threw it at the king. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

McGuffey paused, and glanced warily around the boat, while a dawning horror appeared in his sunken eyes. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

As these McGuffey books were still not stereotyped, it cost no more to set up new matter than to reset the old. A History of the McGuffey Readers

At the conclusion of the toast Mr. McGuffey set down his glass, wiped his mouth with the back of his hairy hand, and thus addressed the syndicate. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

I'm not what you'd call a patient man, McGuffey, an' bein' o' th' sea and not used to ridin' horses, not to speak o' white mules, I was sore in more ways than one. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

McGuffey headed the king off and rounded him up so Scraggs could get at him, and the latter at once "dug in" like a terrier. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"What's up?" cried McGuffey, the laughter dying out of his voice, for there was a hint of death in Mr. Gibney's cry. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

In the first century after the settlement of this country the New England Primer had a history which in some respects resembles that of the McGuffey Readers. A History of the McGuffey Readers

Of all the idiots, thieves, crimps, thugs, and pirates, Bart McGuffey, you're the worst. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"You can have my fraction," said McGuffey promptly; whereupon Captain Scraggs produced the requisite amount of cash and immediately became the owner of a two-thirds' interest. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

McGuffey, who had borne up uncomplainingly, was shaking with fever and hardly able to stagger down the beach to look for turtle eggs. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

On the twenty-sixth day McGuffey crawled into the shadow of a stunted mimosa bush and started to pray! Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

The first four editions of McGuffey's Readers were printed from the actual type, as all books were once printed; but before 1840 the readers were produced from stereotyped plates. A History of the McGuffey Readers

Mr. Gibney seized the defunct fish from the diver's hand, tore it in half, slapped Captain Scraggs with one awful fragment and hurled the other at McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Mr. Gibney confided to McGuffey that it was a toss-up whether the old man was meditating murder or suicide. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

To Mr. Gibney this was an infallible sign that McGuffey was now delirious. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

McGuffey saw a storm gathering on Mr. Gibney's brows, and hastened to intervene. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Mrs. Wilson was responsible for a revision of the McGuffey First Reader made in 1863. A History of the McGuffey Readers

The water was so clear that McGuffey was enabled to make out vast marine gardens thickly sprinkled with the precious black coral. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Mr. Gibney grunted his approval and Mr. McGuffey, bringing out a pocket knife, fell to manicuring his terrible finger nails and paring the callous patches off his palms. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"Well, I suppose you two suckers found that derelict," challenged McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

They were within half a mile of it, heading right into the eye of the wind, when Captain Scraggs and McGuffey stood erect in the launch simultaneously and sniffed like a pair of—well, sea-dogs. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Thalheimer in charge of the business and resumed control of the duplicate plates of the McGuffey Readers. A History of the McGuffey Readers

McGuffey got out a cologne-scented handkerchief and clamped it across his nose. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Had Mr. Gibney been less interested in his past or Mr. McGuffey less interested in the recital of that past they would have seen Scraggs. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

If we let out one yip and McGuffey hears it, he'll come ashore with his crew and tackle this outfit, even if he knows he'll get killed. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

It was a solemn parting and Mr. Gibney and McGuffey were snuffling audibly. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

The Methodist Book Concern of Nashville, Tenn., reprinted the McGuffey Readers and supplied the region south and west of Nashville until the Federal line swept past that city. A History of the McGuffey Readers

If it hadn't been for the mate," said McGuffey severely, "I'd 'a' let you two boobies suffer the penalty for your foolishness. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Mr. McGuffey performed a similar office with his brawny left, and Captain Scraggs looked apprehensive, like a man who is about to be kissed by another in public. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"Over you go, you two smokes," rasped McGuffey, menacing the captives with his rifle. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

B. McGuffey, Esquire, opened a pair of glazed eyes and stared at the commodore. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

Neither firm could claim entire victory; but the McGuffey readers came through with much the larger sales and these increased for years. A History of the McGuffey Readers

Mr. McGuffey yawned, stretched himself, and sat up in the wicker lounging chair where he had sprawled for days with Mr. Gibney and Captain Scraggs, under the awning on top of the house. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

As he drove in the point of the can opener, he paused, hammer in hand, and gazed solemnly at Scraggs and McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

On behalf of himself and the king, Tabu-Tabu promised to behave, and McGuffey kicked them both into the small boat. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

"Well, let's form a Robinson Crusoe Syndicate," suggested McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

The Goodrich Readers published by Morton & Griswold in Louisville, Ky., were perhaps the most constant competitors with the McGuffey Readers in the early years throughout the states of the Mississippi Valley. A History of the McGuffey Readers

"Thank the Lord they didn't take 'em all," said McGuffey piously. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

He guessed that McGuffey and Gibney had quarrelled and he had the poor judgment to ask McGuffey the cause of the row. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

While the Victor was running with light freights and consequently at a loss, the prospect for ultimate good business was very bright and Scraggs and McGuffey were not at all worried about the future. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

When the revision of 1878 was decided on, the publishers of the McGuffey Readers realized that much improvement must be made in the illustrations. A History of the McGuffey Readers

Booksellers, meanwhile, kept the McGuffey Readers in stock, and whenever new readers were desired these were easily obtained. A History of the McGuffey Readers

What are the qualities in these McGuffey Eclectic Readers that won for them through three-quarters of a century such wide and constant use? A History of the McGuffey Readers

Instantly, McGuffey informed him that that was none of his dad-fetched business—and the incident was closed. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates

It was under such conditions that the McGuffey Readers won and held their place in the schools. A History of the McGuffey Readers

单词	McGuffey
例句	McGuffey Rag dolls, miniature Danish wooden horses and McGuffey Readers from our home-schooling days were placed near the toaster oven and compost toilet. My mother, alone in the woods 2014-01-20T01:00:00Z Excerpts featured prominently in elocution books like “The Columbian Orator” and “The National Orator” and in the advanced McGuffey’s readers. Measuring America’s Shakespearean Devotion 2014-03-19T20:47:10Z In Cincinnati, Sheriff Charmaine McGuffey said she had given three commendations for successful interventions at the county jail since her department began the program last year. A New Message for Police: If You See Something, Say Something 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z Charmaine McGuffey, the sheriff in Cincinnati, said it was a “necessary step” in healing a nation torn apart by police violence. Police chiefs hail Chauvin verdict as a key step to healing 2021-04-21T04:00:00Z Neil told People that after interviews with 31 people, McGuffey was reassigned. Ohio sheriff-elect makes history while beating ex-boss who fired her 2020-11-05T05:00:00Z Aug. 13 at McGuffey Health Care and the Gadsden Public Library; 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Alabama editorial roundup 2019-08-07T04:00:00Z McGuffey said in an era of news micro-cycles, Trump is “trying to rewrite history, he’s trying to clean it up.” How Trump has attempted to recast his response to Charlottesville 2019-05-06T04:00:00Z Then, we walked over to the Jefferson School and a group of us proceeded from there to McGuffey Park. Faith and freedom on the march in Charlottesville 2017-08-17T04:00:00Z McGuffey quit in May when she was told she would be demoted after running the jail for four years. Former jail supervisor files discrimination complaint 2017-08-12T04:00:00Z If you look at the old McGuffey Readers, they were as much about teaching good values and good ethics and good citizenship as about teaching reading. Is the U.S. Education System Producing a Society of “Smart Fools”? 2017-05-31T04:00:00Z The Bible was often one of the first books studied, along with McGuffey Readers. Family preserves Clay County one-room schoolhouse 2016-08-22T04:00:00Z Michael McGuffey, senior vice president of institutional research and planning, also reported that the university’s student retention rate is 78 percent. Marshall enrollment up 2.7 percent 2015-10-29T04:00:00Z He speaks with students at McGuffey and Trinity Area school districts yearly to encourage careers in writing and creating. Brazilian jiujitsu expert pursues creative endeavors 2015-10-24T04:00:00Z Jim McGuffey, who spent nearly 30 years in the industry and now runs a security consulting business in South Carolina, was skeptical of the effectiveness of GardaWorld’s campaign. In Houston, Armored Cars Are Doing the Opposite of Dissuading Robbers 2013-12-07T18:27:39Z The McGuffey readers encouraged patience and repeated readings that would lead to oral performance. Reading is not a race: The virtues of the ?slow reading? movement 2012-01-30T16:00:00Z Now at this time McGuffey's spellers were the only spellers used in all the schools. Autobiography of Z. S. Hastings It’s true, then, this Donohue must have a swift delivery, for I could always follow the ball when McGuffey hurled his best; and seldom lost one that speed-king Hendrix sent along. Jack Winters' Baseball Team Or, The Rivals of the Diamond Sometimes a sad homesick feeling comes over me when I compare the prevailing style of anecdote and school literature with the old McGuffey brand, so well known thirty years ago. Nye and Riley's Wit and Humor (Poems and Yarns) Then came our new books, a McGuffey reader, a Mitchell geography, a Ray's arithmetic, and a slate. A Son of the Middle Border She taught me to read from McGuffey's First Reader. Tuskegee & Its People: Their Ideals and Achievements But, listen, in about a week more the class of three came to school each with McGuffey's speller. Autobiography of Z. S. Hastings Of course they knew it was the Geography Song from their McGuffey Reader which the singing master had set to tune. Blue Ridge Country Wadley was not among those who sat on the porch of the general store known as McGuffey's Emporium. Oh, You Tex! Then they clambered out to where Wedge McGuffey was perched. The Boy Scouts of Lenox It almost gives you the creeps to hear Jocko performing, for it strikes you as what Andy McGuffey would call uncanny. The Chums of Scranton High Hugh Morgan's Uphill Fight Whenever one of the flotilla of canoes hove to at a respectful distance, showed signs of crossing an imaginary deadline drawn by McGuffey, he would point his rifle at them and swear horribly. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates To make sure they had not forgotten the McGuffey piece he halted the singing and directed that they speak over the piece together, which they did with a verve: Oh! have you heard Geography sung? Blue Ridge Country Sometimes a sad, homesick feeling comes over me, when I compare the prevailing style of anecdote and school literature with the old McGuffey brand, so well known thirty years ago. The Wit and Humor of America, Volume I. (of X.) Now Wedge McGuffey has got broad shoulders and spindle legs, and he wears a pointed shoe like the one that made these tracks.” The Boy Scouts of Lenox McGuffey, you take post at the point behind. Foes in Ambush McGuffey stood at the rail and jeered them, for his democratic soul could take no cognizance of form or ceremony to a cannibal king, or at least a king but recently delivered from cannibalism. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates The McGuffey Log School shrine stands not far from the mouth of Big Sandy River in Boyd County. Blue Ridge Country "McGuffey, Miss, and it's a pleasure to serve the likes of yuh," he said, pleased and embarrassed. The Big-Town Round-Up They are the earliest editions of McGuffey's Eclectic Readers that have been found in a search lasting forty years. A History of the McGuffey Readers Get McGuffey and Fritz; block up the front of the cave with rocks; move in those Moreno women; carry Sergeant Wing back to the farther cave,—Miss Harvey will show you where. Foes in Ambush Mr. McGuffey had a wild impulse to cast himself upon the Gibney neck and weep, but his honour forbade any such weakness. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Each year hundreds of McGuffey enthusiasts make a pilgrimage to the humble shrine of learning. Blue Ridge Country Nora giggled behind her fingers, but her mistress did not even smile at the awkwardness of Patrolman McGuffey. The Big-Town Round-Up But what interest can the history of the McGuffey Eclectic Readers have to those who did not use these books in their school career? A History of the McGuffey Readers Hold it he must for a few minutes at least, until, recalling McGuffey, he can set him and one or two others to work piling up a rock barricade in front of the cave. Foes in Ambush This earnest little speech, which came straight from the honest McGuffey's heart, brought the tears to the commodore's eyes. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Once there was an old schoolmaster in the southern mountains who refused to give up teaching from the McGuffey Readers despite the fact that legislation had ruled out the old familiar classics. Blue Ridge Country The method pursued is the same as that in McGuffey's Revised Readers, and the greatest possible care has been taken to insure a gradation suited to the youngest children. McGuffey's Eclectic Primer, Revised Edition Valuable information has also been furnished by descendants of the McGuffey family, and by the educational institutions with which each of the authors of the readers was connected. A History of the McGuffey Readers Then bounding down the gorge he finds McGuffey kneeling at the point. Foes in Ambush Well, my bucko," muttered McGuffey, who always drew the colour line, "I'm glad to hear that. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Preface In presenting McGuffeys Revised First Reader to the public, attention is invited to the following features: 1. McGuffey's First Eclectic Reader, Revised Edition I learned to read out of McGuffey's speller. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Florida Narratives One of the most eminent political leaders of the present day attributes his power in the use of English largely to the study of McGuffey's Sixth Reader in the common schools of Ohio. A History of the McGuffey Readers After that, he came over every evening and Rowena taught him to read in McGuffey's Second Reader. Vandemark's Folly Meanwhile, McGuffey contented himself by parading backward and forward across the fo'castle head with a Mauser rifle in the hollow of his arm and his person fairly bristling with pistols and cutlasses. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates The credit for this revision is almost wholly due to the friends of McGuffeys Readers,—eminent teachers and scholars, who have contributed suggestions and criticisms gained from their daily work in the schoolroom. McGuffey's First Eclectic Reader, Revised Edition Making the American mind: social and moral ideas in the McGuffey readers. U.S. Copyright Renewals, 1974 July - December He replied that he had done so in the public schools of Japan and added, "I learned my English from McGuffey's Readers, with which you are no doubt familiar." A History of the McGuffey Readers I think, I think they both come out of McGuffey's second Reader. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 5 So Mr. Gibney tore a leaf out of his pocket memorandum book, scrawled a note to McGuffey, and handed it to Tabu-Tabu, who at once dispatched a messenger with it to the Maggie II. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates I never went to school but three months, but I never will forget that old blue back McGuffey's. Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 1 There was but one book at school in which I found the slightest interest: McGuffey's old leather-bound Sixth Reader. Complete Works of James Whitcomb Riley — Volume 1 McGuffey, and his name alone was on the early editions. A History of the McGuffey Readers I had a treasure house in the school books of my elders, especially the McGuffey series of Readers from One to Six. At the Foot of the Rainbow B. McGuffey, Esquire, rose, bowed his thanks, and sat down again, apparently very much confused. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates As we watched the big ve-hi-ackle, as Leon called it, creep slowly down the Little Hill, it made me think of that pathetic poem, "The Three Warnings," in McGuffey's Sixth. Laddie; a true blue story Either the distance was too great, or else a slant of the wind caused the ball to miss its mark, much to the regret of McGuffey, who had qualified for that honor. Jack Winters' Gridiron Chums For more than seventy years the McGuffey Readers have held high rank as text-books for use in the elementary schools, especially throughout the West and South. A History of the McGuffey Readers Not that the shabby surroundings ever made any difference whether the guests were "carriage company" or not, to quote good Mrs. McGuffey. Peter: a novel of which he is not the hero It's—it's—dog my cats, McGuffey, it's masterly. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Laddie braided corn husks for the kitchen and outside door mats, and they were pretty, and "very useful too," like the dog that got his head patted in McGuffey's Second. Laddie; a true blue story "What place is it?" called out McGuffey, from the centre of the bunch; "does anybody know?" Jack Winters' Gridiron Chums In 1841 a higher reader was added to the series which was then named McGuffey's Rhetorical Guide. A History of the McGuffey Readers Mrs. McGuffey was ushering in a young woman whose radiant face was like a burst of sunshine. Peter: a novel of which he is not the hero McGuffey once more sat down on the cabin ventilator. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates There was one part of him that couldn't be described any better than the way Mr. Rienzi told about his brother in his "Address to the Romans," in McGuffey's Sixth. Laddie; a true blue story Still, merely as a matter of taste, I will defend the quality of McGuffey's School Readers against all comers. Back Home This latest form now in extensive use is called The New McGuffey Readers. A History of the McGuffey Readers So did good Mrs. McGuffey, who selected this night for her own social outings; and so did most of his intimate friends who were familiar with his habits. Peter: a novel of which he is not the hero "McGuffey, for a thousand," he bellowed, and ran forward with outstretched hand. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Sally leaned back all pinksome and blushful, and while she laughed at him she "Carelessly tossed off a curl That played on her delicate brow." exactly like Mary Dow in McGuffey's Third. Laddie; a true blue story I don't know who McGuffey was; but certainly he formed the greatest intellects of our age, present company not excepted. Back Home The First and Second Readers of the McGuffey Series were substantially made new at each revision. A History of the McGuffey Readers At least, this is the inference one gathers from reading Mr. McGuffey's account of the affair. A Plea for Old Cap Collier McGuffey, your argument does you a heap of credit. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Miss Amelia began with McGuffey's spelling book, and whenever some poor unfortunate made a bad break the crowd roared with laughter. Laddie; a true blue story Now, almost the earliest lection in McGuffey's First Reader goes directly to the heart of one of the greatest of modern problems. Back Home Much as you may have studied the languages or the sciences, that which most affected you was the moral lessons in the series of McGuffey. A History of the McGuffey Readers The original Mr. McGuffey was very strong for illustrations. A Plea for Old Cap Collier It was fully half an hour before poor McGuffey could pull himself together, and when he did, his grief was superseded by a fit of rage that was terrible to behold. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates He has at the same time endeavored to preserve those essential features which have always distinguished the McGuffey Readers and have so largely contributed to their success. The New McGuffey Fourth Reader The three months that followed were the most harrowing of McGuffey's life. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Many of these prove to be fragments of pieces that are found in the McGuffey Readers. A History of the McGuffey Readers I never gleaned much regarding the family history of the McGuffeys. A Plea for Old Cap Collier "I'd better ease up a minute, sir," said the mate to Mr. McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates It is now nearly three quarters of a century since the appearance of the first edition of McGuffey's Readers, compiled by Dr. William H. McGuffey. The New McGuffey Fourth Reader McGuffey longed to kill him, but dared not. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates This allusion was perfectly clear to the millions of people who used the McGuffey Readers at any time after 1853. A History of the McGuffey Readers Ned Buntline may never have enjoyed the vogue among parents and teachers that Mr. McGuffey enjoyed, but I'll say this for him—he knew more about the laws of hydraulics than McGuffey ever dreamed. A Plea for Old Cap Collier McGuffey could see them pawing around on the bottom of the little bay, and after half a minute each came up with a magnificent spray of coral. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "I ain't got the heart to clout you an' make you eat them words," Mr. McGuffey declared sorrowfully. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Scraggs demurred, pleading poverty, but Mr. McGuffey assumed such a threatening attitude that reluctantly Scraggs paid him a hundred and fifty dollars on account, and McGuffey extended the balance one year—and quit. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates When the Fourth Reader was issued in 1837 it contained a preface of three closely printed pages setting forth and defending the plan of McGuffey's books. A History of the McGuffey Readers McGuffey sat on top of the two cases with his legs dangling over the end of the wagon. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "Me an' Gib's goin' ashore for lunch at the Marigold Café," McGuffey announced presently, in order to break the horrible silence that followed Scraggsy's crushing defeat. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Mr. Gibney hurried forward, threw out the gangplank, and assisted McGuffey in carrying both crates aboard the Maggie and into her little cabin. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Mr. McGuffey, always slow and unimaginative, shouldered the skipper aside, and calmly surveyed the ghastly apparition. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates The sole author of the four readers first issued as the Eclectic Readers was William Holmes McGuffey. A History of the McGuffey Readers Poor McGuffey was stunned when he heard the news that night from Scab Johnny. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Mr. Gibney took daily observations, and was particular to make daily entries in his log when he, Scraggs, and McGuffey were not playing cribbage, a game of which all three were passionately fond. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Well, McGuffey, I was king of Aranuka for nearly six months. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates McGuffey coughed and tears as big as marbles cascaded down the honest Gibney's rubicund countenance. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates The publishers of the "Newly Revised McGuffey Readers," therefore, sought to replace the older edition wherever it was in use and to displace competing books wherever possible. A History of the McGuffey Readers Godless and wholly irreclaimable as Mr. Gibney and Mr. McGuffey might have been and doubtless were, each possessed in bounteous measure the sweetest of human attributes, to-wit: a soft, kind heart and a forgiving spirit. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates McGuffey edged up and eyed the commodore seriously. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates McGuffey's heart was with the Maggie's internal economy, however, and on Monday morning he was up betimes, leaving Mr. Gibney to snore blissfully until eight o'clock. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates He had small fear that either Gibney or McGuffey would show up for an hour, for he knew that Mr. Gibney had money in his possession. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates In 1789 this family removed to Washington county, Pa. Alexander McGuffey, the father of Dr. McGuffey, was six years old when the family came to America in August, 1774. A History of the McGuffey Readers At the suggestion of Scraggs, Gibney and McGuffey nailed up the box of "Oriental Goods," set both boxes out on the main deck, aft, and covered them with a tarpaulin. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "Supposin' this king don't care to have any truck with us?" inquired McGuffey anxiously. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "Right you are, Gib, my hearty," responded McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates He menaced Mr. McGuffey with a rigid index finger. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Alexander McGuffey served in the army three years, venturing his life with small bodies of scouts in the Indian country. A History of the McGuffey Readers When a shipmate's soul lay bare it was not for the McGuffey to inspect it too closely. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Well, then," said McGuffey, "let's get the guns ready. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates To look at me now, McGuffey, you'd never think that in them days I was one of the smartest young bucks that ever boxed the compass. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "We have," boomed McGuffey, "an' beautiful specimens they be." Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates The next year McArthur, McGuffey and George Sutherland were again sent out by General Wayne to spy the Indians. A History of the McGuffey Readers McGuffey, smothered in guilt, felt nevertheless that he had to stand by his guns, so to speak. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates There is always something connected with the use of that pronoun of kings which eats like a canker at the heart of men of the McGuffey breed. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "McGuffey to hold the stakes an' decide the bet." Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates The sight reminded McGuffey of a terrier worrying a mastiff. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Just at dusk McGuffey, who was leading the party, saw in the path the gaily decorated head-dress of an Indian. A History of the McGuffey Readers McGuffey choked Captain Scraggs until he reluctantly let go Mr. Gibney; whereupon all three fled from the cabin as from a pestilence, and gathered, an angry and disappointed group, out on deck. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates McGuffey had a rapid-fire gun trained on the wari, and the savages, with frightful yells, were fleeing madly from the little shells. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates He stepped out of the cabin and presently Gibney and McGuffey were conscious of a rapid succession of thuds on the deck. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "Oh, hell, Gib, be a good feller," poor McGuffey pleaded. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates McGuffey saw through the stratagem instantly; without halting, he gave it a kick and shouted "Indians!" A History of the McGuffey Readers It's gettin' so," McGuffey mourned, "that I don't have no more time off in port. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates The wicked McGuffey was laughing immoderately, but to Scraggs it was no laughing matter. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Mr. Gibney listened for five minutes to the uproar that rose from the bowels of the little steamer before he whistled up Mr. McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "You must ha' been with them red whiskers on your face," McGuffey agreed. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates The wars with the Indians in that region closed in 1794, and Alexander McGuffey then married Anna Holmes, of Washington county, and became a settler. A History of the McGuffey Readers There are moments in life when silence is the greatest sympathy one can offer, and intuitively McGuffey felt that he was face to face with a tragedy. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates McGuffey looked, and his face went whiter than the foaming breakers beyond which he could see the Maggie II, under full sail, headed for the open sea. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates McGuffey was willing so they left the bulkhead for the more convivial shelter of the Bowhead saloon. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates You an' McGuffey hurry right over to the warehouse an' butt in on the sale when they come to them two boxes. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates McGuffey's life he had no opportunities for education other than those afforded by the brief winter schools supported by the voluntary subscriptions of the parents in the neighborhood. A History of the McGuffey Readers "Twig the yellow beggar, will you, Gib?" said McGuffey; "one eye half open for all the world like he was winkin' at us an' enjoyin' th' joke." Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "I been chief engineer in the Mexican navy," replied McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Scarce had he departed before the watchful eye of Captain Scraggs observed Mr. Gibney and McGuffey in the offing, a block away. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Well, there's one thing certain," McGuffey concluded, "an' that thing is sure a cinch. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates He was informed that a Mr. McGuffey lived there. A History of the McGuffey Readers "The old girl don't seem to be makin' headway in the right direction," McGuffey remarked plaintively, after the Maggie had strained at the hawser for five minutes. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates McGuffey said it was, and went below to tune up his engine. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "For one hundred dollars each, McGuffey an' I will sail her in for you, sir." Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates The work was so far advanced by midnight Sunday that Scraggs realized he would get to sea by Tuesday noon, so he dismissed Gibney and McGuffey and ordered them home for some needed sleep. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates The doors of the "Old Stone Academy" were opened to William H. McGuffey and he there obtained his first start in a preparation for college. A History of the McGuffey Readers Had either Mr. Gibney or McGuffey been watching Captain Scraggs for the next twenty minutes they would have been much puzzled to account for that worthy's actions. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Half an hour later he stood on the battered decks of the gunboat beside Gibney and McGuffey and watched the dense clouds of smoke that heralded the passing of the Maggie. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Mr. McGuffey considered a few moments and made his decision. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "All's well that ends well, gentlemen," Mr. McGuffey announced. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates McGuffey's father was too poor to aid his son in obtaining a collegiate education, and the latter soon turned to teaching as a means of obtaining money to support himself in college. A History of the McGuffey Readers The pirates were early astir; so early, in fact, that long before Captain Scraggs and his crew appeared on deck, Messrs. Gibney and McGuffey had quietly cooked breakfast in the galley. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Captain Scraggs and McGuffey had never been in the South Seas, but they had heard that a fair margin of profit was to be wrung from trade in copra, shell, cocoanuts, and kindred tropical products. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "It's a wonder that bird wouldn't get him a soft hat to do his jumpin' on," McGuffey remarked. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Also, he had lost his skiff, and McGuffey and Gibney had practically blackmailed him out of forty dollars. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates McGuffey first met with a great teacher and former of character,—Dr. Andrew Wylie, then the president. A History of the McGuffey Readers "How d'ye come to pick up with her?" inquired McGuffey politely. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates McGuffey could hear the cries and general uproar from the wari, though he could not see what was taking place. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Ten miles off the coast, Mr. Gibney hung her up in the wind again, braced his yards with the aid of the winch and McGuffey, came about and headed north. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates They were abreast Black Point before this latter sail was clewed up, and then they smothered the lower top-s'ls; the bark was slipping lazily through the water and McGuffey took the wheel. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Dr. McGuffey was obliged to suspend his collegiate course for a year to earn more money for his support. A History of the McGuffey Readers "Snub her gently, Mac, snub her gently, an' give her the thirty-fathom shackle to the water's edge," he warned McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Whereupon B. McGuffey, Esquire, sat down on the cabin ventilator, pulled out a bandana handkerchief and wept into it, for his honest Irish heart was breaking. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Silently Mr. McGuffey nodded an endorsement of his comrade's indicated horsepower and peculiar masculine beauty in the days of the latter's vanished youth. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "Sorter what th' feller calls vain regrets," suggested McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Whatever positions of honor or of trust his pupils held in their later careers, they never ceased to feel the impulse which came from Dr. McGuffey as a teacher. A History of the McGuffey Readers Mr. McGuffey appeared on the point of weeping and put his arm around his old comrade in silent sympathy. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates At this juncture the mate, passing around McGuffey on his way to the deck, winked solemnly at Mr. Gibney, who hung his war-worn head in simulated shame. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates He was so cheerful and happy that McGuffey, taking advantage of the situation, argued him into some minor repairs to the engine. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates And since McGuffey knew, from ocular evidence, that Mr. Gibney was "flush," he decided to accompany the mate and preserve him from temptation. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates After ten years spent in teaching and preaching at Miami University, Dr. McGuffey resigned, August 26, 1836, and accepted the presidency of Cincinnati College. A History of the McGuffey Readers "He'll die when the freight claims come in," Mr. McGuffey chortled. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Under the inspiration of McGuffey's unselfish words the glasses were refilled and all three pledged their friendship anew. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates With McGuffey's help the sheets came home, the halyards were taken to, the yards mast-headed, and the halyards belayed to their pin. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "It's cold down here nights, Gib," McGuffey opined presently. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Dr. McGuffey accepted the presidency with a full knowledge that the work was experimental. A History of the McGuffey Readers As she hauled away from the wharf, Messrs. Gibney and McGuffey might have been observed seated on the stern bitts smoking, the picture of contentment. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates As for Captain Scraggs, he was naturally of a cold and selfish disposition, and McGuffey's toast appealed more to his brain than to his heart. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Scraggs then prepared a similar meal for Mr. Gibney and McGuffey, set it in the oven to keep warm, and descended to the engine room to relieve McGuffey for dinner. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Mr. McGuffey was already seated and disposing of his meal when Mr. Gibney entered. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates In 1839, Dr. McGuffey accepted the presidency of the Ohio University at Athens, Ohio, which office he held for four years. A History of the McGuffey Readers The surf, dashing in under her fantail, had more power than McGuffey's engines, and, foot by foot, the Maggie proceeded to dig herself in. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Better look over your supplies, McGuffey, and see if there's any paint aboard. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "Keep up your courage, Scraggsy," he called, as Hicks and McGuffey pranced around the deck in simulated combat. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates When Captain Scraggs returned to the little steamer shortly after five o'clock, to his great amazement, he discovered Mr. Gibney and McGuffey dressed in their other suits—including celluloid collars and cuffs. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Dr. McGuffey returned to Cincinnati and was for two years a professor in Woodward College, now Woodward High School. A History of the McGuffey Readers Captain Scraggs was for walking the six blocks to this restaurant, but Mr. McGuffey had acquired, on six cocktails, what is colloquially described as "a start," and insisted upon chartering a taxicab. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates McGuffey, lad, better run below and tune up your engines. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates To his great surprise, Mr. McGuffey winked at him and drew him off to the stern of the Maggie. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates At the conclusion of the three minutes of horse-play, Mr. McGuffey came to the hatch again. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Dr. McGuffey's classes in the University of Virginia were well attended. A History of the McGuffey Readers "I wish she was a schooner," McGuffey complained, edging over to the weather rail. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Well," rumbled McGuffey, "this Tabu-Tabu don't look much like a preacher, if you ask me. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates They had cut the rivets and removed the head and at sight of the ruin disclosed within, Mr. McGuffey was truly shocked—and awed. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Off again, on again, away again, Finnegan—and not a nickel's worth of loss unless you count them vegetables you hove at McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Dr. McGuffey once told a pupil that he had preached three thousand sermons and had never written one. A History of the McGuffey Readers Mr. McGuffey, sensing his defeat, retired forthwith to hide his embarrassment and distress; as the door closed behind him, Hicks and Flaherty faced each other. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Mr. McGuffey was partly right, for in a few minutes Tabu-Tabu came alongside, climbed aboard, and salaamed. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates At this juncture, Mr. Gibney and McGuffey, unable to restrain their curiosity, and forgetful of the fact that they were pirates with very sore feet, came running over the deckload and invaded the pilot house. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Pop-eyed with excitement and interest, B. McGuffey, Esquire, stood up and with a single twist shed his cap and coat. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Dr. McGuffey was a man of medium stature and compact figure. A History of the McGuffey Readers "Ta-ta," McGuffey cried in his tantalizing falsetto voice, and followed his leader into the briny deep. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates McGuffey leaned against the gun, and for the moment he was as weak as a child. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates On the deck below a dead man lay in the scuppers, and such a horrible stench pervaded the vessel that McGuffey was taken very ill and was forced to seek the rail. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "The way you ruin them bonnets o' yourn sure is a scandal," Mr. McGuffey concluded. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates As business men, the publishers of McGuffey's Readers desired to learn the truth about the situation of the South and its probable future. A History of the McGuffey Readers McGuffey nodded his approbation, and set forth to borrow the needful five dollars. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Captain Scraggs realized too well the value of McGuffey in the engine room. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates The lone deckhand emerged from a hole in the freight forward whither he had retreated to escape the vegetable barrage put over by Captain Scraggs when McGuffey left the ship. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates You say she walked ashore on you, McGuffey? Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates They asked Dr. McGuffey to take a trip through the Carolinas, Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi and make report to them at Cincinnati. A History of the McGuffey Readers "Come here till I introduce you to the jib halyards," he bawled to McGuffey, and they went forward. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Captain Scraggs sank limply into McGuffey's arms and the two stared at the doughty commodore. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Under Gibney's direction, the jib halyards were taken through the leading blocks to the winch head; McGuffey manned the winch and the jib was hauled up. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Captain Scraggs glanced around wildly, and when McGuffey jeered him, he cast his hat upon the deck and started to leap upon it. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates While Dr. McGuffey was still at Oxford, Ohio, he took part in the formation of probably the first extended Teachers' Association formed in the West. A History of the McGuffey Readers He suffered himself to be taken back to the Maggie, after which kindly action Mr. Gibney returned to the Chesapeake, climbed aboard, and with the assistance of McGuffey, hauled the work boat up on deck. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates In order to make no mistake, right after breakfast you an' McGuffey go down to Jackson Street wharf an' interview this man Coakley about his steamer Victor. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates The bark swung until her bows were straightened to the ebb tide and with a wild, triumphant yell Mr. Gibney clasped the honest McGuffey to his perspiring bosom. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Shortly thereafter the coroner came and removed the dead, after which Gibney and McGuffey hosed down the deck, located some hard tack and coffee, supped and turned in in the officers' quarters. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Throughout its continuance Dr. McGuffey took an active part in the work. A History of the McGuffey Readers "Perhaps McGuffey will have heart enough to telephone into the city for a tug." Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Captain Scraggs turned a sneering glance upon the unhappy commodore while McGuffey sat down on the damp rail of the derelict and laughed until the tears coursed down his honest face. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Flaherty was about to possess himself of a hatchet when the face of his confrère, Dan Hicks, appeared over McGuffey's shoulder and grinned knowingly at him. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates From the pawnshop he returned to Scab Johnny's with eight dollars in his pocket, routed out the contrite McGuffey, and carried the latter off to ham and eggs. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Of this number Dr. McGuffey prepared and delivered three. A History of the McGuffey Readers Scab Johnny had been too long operating on a cash basis with Messrs. Gibney and McGuffey to risk adding to an old unpaid bill. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Captain Scraggs nodded and Mr. McGuffey slapped the commodore on the back affectionately. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates They retired to the sidewalk to hold a caucus and Mr. McGuffey located a dime which had dropped down inside the lining of his coat. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates The words were no sooner out of his mouth than Mr. McGuffey swung him clear of Mr. Gibney's wrath. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates While Dr. McGuffey was at Oxford, teaching mental philosophy to the pupils in Miami University, he prepared the manuscript for the two lower readers of the graded series which bore his name. A History of the McGuffey Readers "It's a whack," yelled McGuffey joyfully, and whirling, struck Dan Hicks a mighty blow on the jaw. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "You do what Gib says," McGuffey ordered threateningly. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Promptly at eight o'clock, Mr. McGuffey was horrified to see his steam gauge drop half a pound as the Maggie's siren sounded. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "For failin' to stand up like a man, Scraggsy, an' battle Hicks an' Flaherty," he informed the culprit, and tossed him over to McGuffey to be held in position for him. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Dr. McGuffey was selected by them as the most competent teacher known to them for the preparation of successful books. A History of the McGuffey Readers For an instant it came into his mind to call upon the valiant and able McGuffey to support him in a fierce counter attack upon Hicks and Flaherty. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "A rate war would ruin us," McGuffey agreed. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Without waiting for a reply, Mr. McGuffey dropped back into his department and Captain Scraggs, his soul filled with rage and dire forebodings, repaired to the galley, and "candled" four dozen eggs. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Also his case resembled that of Mr. Gibney in that McGuffey's job on the Maggie was the first he had had in six months and he treasured it accordingly. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates McGuffey which in all the subsequent revisions have borne his name and retained the impress of his mind. A History of the McGuffey Readers If you hadn't canned McGuffey," the latter opined, "we might have been able to back off under our own power as soon as the tide is at flood. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "If this ain't the best idea I ever heard of, I'm a Dutchman," replied McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Out of the four dozen he found nine with black spots in them and carefully set them aside to be fried, sunny side up, for Mr. Gibney and McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates McGuffey killed his engine, banked his fires, and came up on deck, wiping his anxious face with a fearfully filthy sweat rag. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Right here it seems proper to remark that although the McGuffey readers became the property of the publishers when the royalties reached one thousand dollars. A History of the McGuffey Readers "You owe me eight dollars an' six bits, Scraggs," Mr. McGuffey reminded his owner calmly. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Tabu-Tabu relaxed his hold, Mr. Gibney followed with left and right to the head in quick succession, and McGuffey was counting the fatal ten over the fallen warrior. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Scraggs could not see him but he could hear him—so he pelted the engineer with potatoes, cabbage heads, and onions, the vegetables descending about the honest McGuffey in a veritable barrage. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates In his dull way it is probable that he was fascinated by the agile intelligence of Mr. Gibney, the vitriolic tongue of Captain Scraggs, and the elephantine wit and grizzly bear courage of Mr. McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Dr. McGuffey was employed by the publishers in connection with important revisions so long as he lived and the contracts specify a "satisfactory consideration" in each case. A History of the McGuffey Readers A moment later, instead of cocoanuts, rich, unctuous curses began to descend on McGuffey and Scraggs. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates He was still sniffing when McGuffey bounced up out of the engine room. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "That tainted wealth I picked up at sea," shouted a voice from the dock, and turning, Scraggs and McGuffey observed Mr. Gibney standing on a stringer smiling at them. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "Hit in the face with a fortune an' didn't know it," gasped poor McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Before Dr. McGuffey completed the manuscripts of the Third and Fourth readers he left Oxford and went to Cincinnati. A History of the McGuffey Readers The engines were overhauled by the faithful McGuffey and a large store of distillate stored in the hold. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Mr. Gibney rolled over, and, struggling to his knees, leaned over McGuffey and peered into his drawn face. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Only on entering or leaving a port, or in case of chase by an enemy, were the engines to be used, and McGuffey was warned to be extremely saving of his distillate. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "It's all over," said McGuffey sadly to the mate. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates But Mr. McGuffey determined to become a lawyer and, while still teaching English literature in Woodward College, he read law. A History of the McGuffey Readers At the end of a week, all hands were troubled with indigestion and McGuffey developed a low fever. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates At about ten o'clock Captain Scraggs and McGuffey strolled leisurely down to Jackson Street wharf to inspect the Victor. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "Surest thing you know, brother," shouted Mr. McGuffey and swatted the deluded mate between the shoulders. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "Stake the feller, Gib," advised McGuffey, and wiped away a vagrant tear. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Smith, dated September 30, 1841, provided for the preparation within eighteen months, of the manuscript of a book to be called McGuffey's Rhetorical Reader, or by any other appropriate name which Mr. Smith might select. A History of the McGuffey Readers He therefore continued: "The chair will app'int Mr. McGuffey an' himself a committee o' two to wait on one o' these here clairvoyants and have their fortunes told agin." Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "Let's go an' stow away a glass of beer," he suggested to McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates McGuffey, who was as superstitious as a negro, seconded the motion heartily and the committee forthwith sallied forth to consult the clairvoyant. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates From which it will readily be deduced that B. McGuffey, Esquire, was following the advice of his paternal ancestor and getting an anchor out to windward. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates McGuffey was a noteworthy figure in any assemblage of men. A History of the McGuffey Readers McGuffey surveyed his superior officers, cursed them bitterly, and remarked, with tears of joy in his honest eyes, that both gentlemen had evaded their just deserts when they escaped with their lives. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates The money was placed in McGuffey's hands, and a moment later, with a mighty effort, Mr. Gibney pried off the lid of the crate. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates His footwork was excellent and McGuffey remarked as much to Captain Scraggs. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates But when Tabu-Tabu put up his hands after the most approved method of self-defense and dropped into a "crouch," McGuffey could no longer contain himself. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Since the McGuffey Readers became at an early day the absolute property of their publishers, they became responsible for all subsequent revisions and corrections of the books. A History of the McGuffey Readers "The murderin' hound," whispered McGuffey, and sagged down on the sands. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates I want to remind you, however, Gib, that as shipmates me an' McGuffey don't stand for you shoulderin' any loss on them two cases o'—Oriental goods. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Sure," responded McGuffey, "and the king can be the goat. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "But there ain't no wild adventures around San Francisco Bay," protested McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates He pounced on the cash and the larger pile and left the insignificant schoolbooks for Mr. Smith, who thereupon became the sole owner of McGuffey's Readers. A History of the McGuffey Readers "Then why give the Maggie II to this hound of a mate?" demanded the single-minded McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates In the cabin he found Mr. Gibney and McGuffey playing cribbage. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "Good idea," responded McGuffey, whereupon he picked up a rock and threw it at the king. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates McGuffey paused, and glanced warily around the boat, while a dawning horror appeared in his sunken eyes. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates As these McGuffey books were still not stereotyped, it cost no more to set up new matter than to reset the old. A History of the McGuffey Readers At the conclusion of the toast Mr. McGuffey set down his glass, wiped his mouth with the back of his hairy hand, and thus addressed the syndicate. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates I'm not what you'd call a patient man, McGuffey, an' bein' o' th' sea and not used to ridin' horses, not to speak o' white mules, I was sore in more ways than one. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates McGuffey headed the king off and rounded him up so Scraggs could get at him, and the latter at once "dug in" like a terrier. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "What's up?" cried McGuffey, the laughter dying out of his voice, for there was a hint of death in Mr. Gibney's cry. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates In the first century after the settlement of this country the New England Primer had a history which in some respects resembles that of the McGuffey Readers. A History of the McGuffey Readers Of all the idiots, thieves, crimps, thugs, and pirates, Bart McGuffey, you're the worst. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "You can have my fraction," said McGuffey promptly; whereupon Captain Scraggs produced the requisite amount of cash and immediately became the owner of a two-thirds' interest. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates McGuffey, who had borne up uncomplainingly, was shaking with fever and hardly able to stagger down the beach to look for turtle eggs. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates On the twenty-sixth day McGuffey crawled into the shadow of a stunted mimosa bush and started to pray! Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates The first four editions of McGuffey's Readers were printed from the actual type, as all books were once printed; but before 1840 the readers were produced from stereotyped plates. A History of the McGuffey Readers Mr. Gibney seized the defunct fish from the diver's hand, tore it in half, slapped Captain Scraggs with one awful fragment and hurled the other at McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Mr. Gibney confided to McGuffey that it was a toss-up whether the old man was meditating murder or suicide. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates To Mr. Gibney this was an infallible sign that McGuffey was now delirious. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates McGuffey saw a storm gathering on Mr. Gibney's brows, and hastened to intervene. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Mrs. Wilson was responsible for a revision of the McGuffey First Reader made in 1863. A History of the McGuffey Readers The water was so clear that McGuffey was enabled to make out vast marine gardens thickly sprinkled with the precious black coral. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Mr. Gibney grunted his approval and Mr. McGuffey, bringing out a pocket knife, fell to manicuring his terrible finger nails and paring the callous patches off his palms. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "Well, I suppose you two suckers found that derelict," challenged McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates They were within half a mile of it, heading right into the eye of the wind, when Captain Scraggs and McGuffey stood erect in the launch simultaneously and sniffed like a pair of—well, sea-dogs. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Thalheimer in charge of the business and resumed control of the duplicate plates of the McGuffey Readers. A History of the McGuffey Readers McGuffey got out a cologne-scented handkerchief and clamped it across his nose. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Had Mr. Gibney been less interested in his past or Mr. McGuffey less interested in the recital of that past they would have seen Scraggs. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates If we let out one yip and McGuffey hears it, he'll come ashore with his crew and tackle this outfit, even if he knows he'll get killed. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates It was a solemn parting and Mr. Gibney and McGuffey were snuffling audibly. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates The Methodist Book Concern of Nashville, Tenn., reprinted the McGuffey Readers and supplied the region south and west of Nashville until the Federal line swept past that city. A History of the McGuffey Readers If it hadn't been for the mate," said McGuffey severely, "I'd 'a' let you two boobies suffer the penalty for your foolishness. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Mr. McGuffey performed a similar office with his brawny left, and Captain Scraggs looked apprehensive, like a man who is about to be kissed by another in public. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "Over you go, you two smokes," rasped McGuffey, menacing the captives with his rifle. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates B. McGuffey, Esquire, opened a pair of glazed eyes and stared at the commodore. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates Neither firm could claim entire victory; but the McGuffey readers came through with much the larger sales and these increased for years. A History of the McGuffey Readers Mr. McGuffey yawned, stretched himself, and sat up in the wicker lounging chair where he had sprawled for days with Mr. Gibney and Captain Scraggs, under the awning on top of the house. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates As he drove in the point of the can opener, he paused, hammer in hand, and gazed solemnly at Scraggs and McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates On behalf of himself and the king, Tabu-Tabu promised to behave, and McGuffey kicked them both into the small boat. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates "Well, let's form a Robinson Crusoe Syndicate," suggested McGuffey. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates The Goodrich Readers published by Morton & Griswold in Louisville, Ky., were perhaps the most constant competitors with the McGuffey Readers in the early years throughout the states of the Mississippi Valley. A History of the McGuffey Readers "Thank the Lord they didn't take 'em all," said McGuffey piously. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates He guessed that McGuffey and Gibney had quarrelled and he had the poor judgment to ask McGuffey the cause of the row. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates While the Victor was running with light freights and consequently at a loss, the prospect for ultimate good business was very bright and Scraggs and McGuffey were not at all worried about the future. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates When the revision of 1878 was decided on, the publishers of the McGuffey Readers realized that much improvement must be made in the illustrations. A History of the McGuffey Readers Booksellers, meanwhile, kept the McGuffey Readers in stock, and whenever new readers were desired these were easily obtained. A History of the McGuffey Readers What are the qualities in these McGuffey Eclectic Readers that won for them through three-quarters of a century such wide and constant use? A History of the McGuffey Readers Instantly, McGuffey informed him that that was none of his dad-fetched business—and the incident was closed. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates It was under such conditions that the McGuffey Readers won and held their place in the schools. A History of the McGuffey Readers
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