单词 | Old Hickory |
例句 | Q: We inherited several pieces of antique Old Hickory furniture made from hardwood saplings. How to restore the finish on bark-covered furniture 2017-03-10T05:00:00Z On that, at least, Clay and Jackson would have agreed: the man known popularly as Old Hickory is endlessly intriguing. Rocking the Vote, In the 1820s and Now 2010-10-22T23:03:00Z His Old Hickory is emotionally challenged and all too quick to fall into self-pity. Rocking the Vote, In the 1820s and Now 2010-10-22T23:03:00Z The roadway — a roughly four-mile loop — can be found at the Old Hickory Boulevard entrance. Leaf Peeping Is Not Canceled: 6 Drives and Hikes to Try This Fall 2020-10-02T04:00:00Z Promisingly, they also saw in the bumptious and belligerent "Old Hickory" some linkage to the current occupant of the White House and a way to dramatize major issues involved in America's coming of age. Remembering Michael Friedman: Interview from the earliest days of 'Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson' 2017-09-10T04:00:00Z In what’s been called our second war of independence, I inspired Old Hickory at the Battle of New Orleans. As long as the Spirit of ‘76 endures, America will never die 2023-07-02T04:00:00Z He was an attorney whose legislative district included downtown and east Nashville, as well as Madison, Old Hickory and parts of Donelson. Democratic Nashville lawmaker Bill Beck dies from heart attack at 61 2023-06-05T04:00:00Z Democratic organizations called Hickory Clubs, a tribute to Jackson’s nickname, Old Hickory, also worked tirelessly to ensure his election. U.S. History 2014-12-30T00:00:00Z Along the way, his soldiers nicknamed him “Old Hickory” since his wartime endurance matched the toughest timber in the forest. Building the American Republic, Volume 2 2018-01-18T00:00:00Z “These cases are part of the BSA bankruptcy litigation,” Drew Armstrong, executive director of the Old Hickory Council of BSA, said Tuesday. Lawsuit: North Carolina Boy Scouts chapter ignored abuse 2021-12-15T05:00:00Z Case in point: Tommy Gravelle, a seasoned boater who set sail on Tennessee's Old Hickory Lake on July 4, 2020, who lost his vessel due to the parade even though he wasn't participating. Trump boat parades slammed for chaos and destruction: "They don't know what they're doing" 2021-07-04T04:00:00Z Fresh off landslide reelection, Jamie Clary, the mayor of Hendersonville, Tenn., is busy juggling road maintenance and trash pickup issues, flooding problems on Old Hickory Lake and recruitment for the city’s workforce. Two soccer fans have attended every MLS Cup, and they’re not stopping now 2020-12-10T05:00:00Z Old Hickory already had a pick-up window, but now when the number of waiting cars builds up, employees go down the line taking orders ahead of time to keep things moving briskly. Pandemic forces restaurants to find new business models 2020-04-25T04:00:00Z Activists used eye-catching emblems like hickory poles and hickory leaves to symbolize Old Hickory’s party, and excited their supporters with barbecues, music, and mesmerizing oratory. Building the American Republic, Volume 2 2018-01-18T00:00:00Z Blackman said he has fond memories of looking at the house from Old Hickory Lake and called it historically significant. Property where Johnny Cash, June Carter Cash once lived sold 2020-01-31T05:00:00Z Were you inspired to write a book about Andrew Jackson and his human rights record in part because of Donald Trump's professed admiration for Old Hickory? Donald Trump's favorite president: Andrew Jackson as father of the "white republic" 2019-10-02T04:00:00Z The Senate voted to censure Jackson, but it still didn’t get Old Hickory’s documents. ‘Not above the law’: Executive privilege’s contentious history from Washington to Trump 2019-06-12T04:00:00Z “When Roe v. Wade is overturned, we’ll be able to determine abortion policies in place in Tennessee,” said Rep. Susan Lynn, a Republican from Old Hickory and one of the bill’s sponsors. Tennessee lawmakers send governor ‘triggered’ abortion ban 2019-04-22T04:00:00Z He had keen intelligence but little imagination, steady work habits, excellent political instincts, and support from Old Hickory himself. Building the American Republic, Volume 2 2018-01-18T00:00:00Z Old Hickory Barbecue, located near the Bud Light Loft, will feature bone-in short rib and Mexican grilled corn. New at Nationals Park for 2019: Steamed buns, pupusas and so many oysters 2019-03-21T04:00:00Z Because when Trump visited the Hermitage, he openly said he saw parallels between himself and Old Hickory. Donald Trump's favorite president: Andrew Jackson as father of the "white republic" 2019-10-02T04:00:00Z And the entire parcel is situated directly on Old Hickory Lake, according to a listing posted on Crye-Leike. Johnny Cash's former Tennessee property selling for $3.95 million 2019-01-29T05:00:00Z The 43-year-old from Old Hickory pleaded guilty in July to stealing from an entity that receives federal program funds and money laundering. 2-year sentence for ex-officer in $100k search warrant theft 2018-10-25T04:00:00Z Van Buren took a clear majority of electoral votes, 170 out of 294, and proudly stepped forward as Old Hickory's successor. Building the American Republic, Volume 2 2018-01-18T00:00:00Z Still with Old Hickory, Mr. Denius went on to help capture the German city of Aachen, part of the Nazis’ Siegfried Line. Frank Denius, soldier who helped hold a vital hill in World War II, dies at 93 2018-08-25T04:00:00Z It does its best work on four majestic ballads: “Old Hickory,” ”Homecoming Party,” ”Whirlwind” and “Look Away.” Review: The show rolls on for Old Crow Medicine Show 2018-04-19T04:00:00Z Old Hickory BBQ, which was available in the Norfolk Southern Club last season, and Italian Outpost will debut behind Section 301, replacing Mike Isabella’s Catchfly and Kapnos at the Park concepts. New at Nats Park for 2018: Alcoholic juice pouches, skewers and Nathan’s hot dogs 2018-03-26T04:00:00Z Last week, Nelson admitted she added some words — “12-22-1977 Old Hickory House” and “D.A.” — under Moore's signature. Roy Moore accusers feel vindicated by his Senate defeat 2017-12-15T05:00:00Z The Jacksonian political system was still unfinished when Old Hickory left office. Building the American Republic, Volume 2 2018-01-18T00:00:00Z The hits keep coming with the Old Hickory MT27 Smart Bat, which helps you improve you swing with data gathered by a sensor embedded in the handle that measures hand speed and impact. Wellness gifts for the fitness junkie 2017-11-03T04:00:00Z But they hit with terrible power in 1837 — perhaps the worst downturn in U.S. history besides the Great Depression — as Old Hickory left office. Andrew Jackson economics 2017-05-04T04:00:00Z Old Hickory BBQ’s menu includes a smoked hot link sausage with coleslaw and barbecue sauce, pulled pork and brisket sandwiches, pulled pork nachos and pork rinds. New at Nats Park for 2018: Alcoholic juice pouches, skewers and Nathan’s hot dogs 2018-03-26T04:00:00Z Trump, as it happens, fancies himself a Jacksonian, having moved a portrait of Old Hickory into the Oval Office. California Editorial Roundup 2017-03-16T04:00:00Z Telegraph, Jackson’s chief Washington newspaper, Old Hickory’s cause was “the great cause of the many against the few, of equal rights against privileged orders, of democracy against aristocracy.” Building the American Republic, Volume 2 2018-01-18T00:00:00Z So dominant a figure was Old Hickory in 19th-century politics that James K. Polk styled himself “Young Hickory” in the election of 1844. Trump cites Andrew Jackson as his hero — and a reflection of himself 2017-03-15T04:00:00Z Thanks to Donald Trump, Old Hickory is back in the news. Andrew Jackson economics 2017-05-04T04:00:00Z How to account for President Trump’s new thing for Old Hickory? Opinion | Donald Trump, Steve King – and some very happy white nationalists 2017-03-15T04:00:00Z The president has hung Old Hickory’s portrait in the Oval Office and called him “an amazing figure in American history.” Jackson and Trump: How Two Populist Presidents Compare 2017-03-15T04:00:00Z Old Hickory and other traditional Republicans thought otherwise, and saw the “Monster Bank,” or “Hydra of Corruption,” as a gigantic private entity with far too much power over public business. Building the American Republic, Volume 2 2018-01-18T00:00:00Z “Inspirational visit, I have to tell you. I’m a fan,” Trump said outside Old Hickory’s Greek Revival-style mansion. Trump cites Andrew Jackson as his hero — and a reflection of himself 2017-03-15T04:00:00Z Nicknamed “Old Hickory,” the Democrat was known for his advocacy for ordinary Americans. Trump likely to revisit Andrew Jackson legacy in Nashville 2017-03-14T04:00:00Z Old Hickory won a plurality of the popular vote for president that year, albeit barely 40 percent. Donald Trump, Andrew Jackson and American “greatness”: There are valid parallels — but not in a good way 2017-01-30T05:00:00Z The triumph of Jackson and his troops against British forces in the Battle of New Orleans in 1815 catapulted him to fame across America and earned him the nickname 'Old Hickory'. Is Donald Trump the modern-day Andrew Jackson? - BBC News 2016-11-12T05:00:00Z Old Hickory spent the next four years assailing the “corrupt bargain” he said Quincy Adams had struck with the House speaker. History Repeats as Farce, Then as 2016 2016-11-04T04:00:00Z What apparently has struck the president most about his illustrious predecessor is how much he and Old Hickory have in common. Trump cites Andrew Jackson as his hero — and a reflection of himself 2017-03-15T04:00:00Z During the War of 1812, he had slaughtered Creek Indians alongside Davy Crockett and defeated the British in the Battle of New Orleans, where his toughness won him the nickname “Old Hickory.” America’s First ‘Rigged’ Presidential Election 2016-10-28T04:00:00Z Dickerson points to Andrew Jackson, "Old Hickory," who famously walked around with two bullets lodged in his body from youthful dueling and who regularly bled himself before going to bed at night. The hidden history of presidential disease, sickness and secrecy 2016-09-12T04:00:00Z A search of Old Hickory tiny houses reveals elaborate transformations, including wrap-around porches, sliding doors, fireplaces, stainless steel appliances and a full Jacuzzi tub. Builders see growing market for tiny houses in South Dakota 2016-08-15T04:00:00Z Zepp Old Hickory Bat: Now more than ever, baseball is a numbers game, and with gear like this $300 smart bat you can crunch stats and crush pitches all in one swing. 8 Gadgets To Up Your Sports Game This Summer 2016-05-25T04:00:00Z In summer, she goes to Old Hickory Lake for stand-up paddleboarding. New City, New Routine 2016-05-02T04:00:00Z Into this uninformed debate come the libels of “Old Hickory.” We can celebrate Harriet Tubman without disparaging Andrew Jackson 2016-04-24T04:00:00Z Old Hickory, as Jackson was known, was the choice of the common man. Your wife is a bigamist!: The nastiest political campaign in American history 2015-06-29T04:00:00Z Maybe it’s time to let “Old Hickory,” as he was known, retire from the field and give the $20 bill a makeover. Why the U.S. government needs to remove Andrew Jackson from the $20 bill 2015-06-18T04:00:00Z The wooded, 20-acre island - within sight of the Old Hickory Bridge in the Cumberland River, east of Madison - can only be reached by boat. Future charted for Hill’s Island, a gem in the Cumberland 2015-02-21T05:00:00Z Counterfactual history is cheap, but it’s hard not to wonder what might have happened if things had turned out differently on that balmy January morning for Old Hickory and his ragtag troops. How the Battle of New Orleans Birthed the American Character 2015-01-08T05:00:00Z As a U.S. senator, he supported President Andrew Jackson's crusade against the national bank but soon fell out with Old Hickory when he quashed South Carolina's attempt to nullify a modest tariff. Worst Presidents: John Tyler (1841-1845) 2014-12-17T05:00:00Z Prix fixe dinner at Old Hickory Steakhouse, 5 to 9 p.m., with options including butternut squash soup, roasted turkey, prime rib, seared branzino and seasonal desserts. Let someone else do the cooking with Thanksgiving menus and to-go options The soldiers used to say that he was "tough as hickory;" then "Old Hickory" grew to be a term of endearment, which he bore ever afterward. Famous American Statesmen 2012-03-01T03:00:26.167Z From the boat ramp downstream of the Old Hickory Dam, it’s less than five miles to Hill’s Island. Future charted for Hill’s Island, a gem in the Cumberland 2015-02-21T05:00:00Z There was also Rev. Henry Johnson who passed among his fellows as "Old Hickory" because of his strong force of character. The History of the Negro Church 2012-02-24T03:00:22.860Z Your campaign papers have constantly been 'Old Hickory's,' with rude likenesses of the old general upon them; hickory poles and hickory brooms your never-ending emblems. Abraham Lincoln, Volume 1 (of 2) The True Story Of A Great Life 2012-01-05T03:00:35.370Z Conservative in her feelings, she strongly disapproved the ultra democratic opinions of "Old Hickory" and his successor in the Presidency, Martin Van Buren. Memoir of John Howe Peyton in sketches by his contemporaries, together with some of his public and private letters, etc., also a sketch of Ann M. Peyton 2011-11-15T03:00:20.413Z Benton threw himself in, heart and soul, with the Union party, acting as Jackson's right-hand man throughout the contest with South Carolina, and showing an even more resolute and unflinching front than Old Hickory himself. Thomas Hart Benton 2011-10-09T02:00:26.053Z And just after crossing underneath the Old Hickory Bridge, as the northern tip of the island appears, a towering red-brick Madison apartment building looms over trees on the mainland. Future charted for Hill’s Island, a gem in the Cumberland 2015-02-21T05:00:00Z The first is called "The Elm," the second "High Ball," the third "Sleepy Hollow," and the next in order are "Polo," "Lover's Lane," "Old Hickory," "The Round Up," "Trouble," "Reservoir," "Westward Ho!" The Happy Golfer Being Some Experiences, Reflections, and a Few Deductions of a Wandering Golfer 2011-08-21T02:00:29.747Z Old Hickory trotted off with Owen and the sack of meal. The Cave by the Beech Fork A Story of Kentucky?1815 2011-05-07T02:00:28.747Z The resolute courage and unwearied action of "Old Hickory," as Jackson was fondly called by his men, had won a signal victory. American Leaders and Heroes A preliminary text-book in United States History 2011-04-03T02:00:17.547Z "Tippecanoe" proved quite as effective a war-cry in bringing about the downfall of the Jacksonians as "Old Hickory" had shown itself to be a dozen years previously in raising them up. Thomas Hart Benton 2011-10-09T02:00:26.053Z But official access from Peeler Park or the Old Hickory docks would demand 10 miles of paddling, round trip. Future charted for Hill’s Island, a gem in the Cumberland 2015-02-21T05:00:00Z “Old Hickory” would be satisfied; and then what next? what next? Osceola the Seminole The Red Fawn of the Flower Land 2011-03-22T02:00:20.123Z But it must be admitted that Micajah Green was not half the man that Old Hickory was, and the filial remonstrance had no effect. The Prophet of the Great Smoky Mountains 2011-03-22T02:00:18.637Z Both states claim the birthplace of "Old Hickory" who got the nickname after Jackson, the founder of the Democratic Party, relocated to Tennessee. Andrew Jackson's historic dueling pistol for sale 2011-03-19T16:44:34Z Having mentioned the name of Old Hickory, I take pleasure in saying that, while I opposed him in his political aspirations, Jackson was always a patriot and a true lover of his country. Portrait and Biography of Parson Brownlow, The Tennessee Patriot 2011-02-01T03:00:12.910Z The observing old gentleman, whose name was Wildcat Simms, oozed backward through a doorway into the Old Hickory saloon. The Rider of Golden Bar 2011-01-04T03:01:06.347Z Here and there was an odd character, who, perhaps, in earlier life had “broken down” at West Point, or had gone through a month of campaigning service in the Greek wars, under “Old Hickory.” Osceola the Seminole The Red Fawn of the Flower Land 2011-03-22T02:00:20.123Z Old Hickory, the nation's seventh president, became the first not from Massachusetts or Virginia. The Long Presidential Campaign 2010-08-19T18:10:00Z It was a great triumph for "Old Hickory." The Greater Republic A History of the United States He has the unflinching courage of Old Hickory, and let me tell you, too, that he feels all the malice and venom requisite for the occasion. Portrait and Biography of Parson Brownlow, The Tennessee Patriot 2011-02-01T03:00:12.910Z Jackson was "Old Hickory," Taylor was "Old Rough," and there have been various names given to the other Presidents, but Washington and Lincoln were the only ones whom the American people styled "Father." The Upward Path A Reader For Colored Children The iron hand of “Old Hickory” had awed the savage foe of the frontiers. Osceola the Seminole The Red Fawn of the Flower Land 2011-03-22T02:00:20.123Z The stern features of "Old Hickory" relaxed a bit at the sight of Colonel Carroll and his riflemen from Nashville. Hero Stories from American History For Elementary Schools The great Senator Benton, of Missouri, one of the warmest supporters of "Old Hickory," angrily declared that the House was deliberately defying the will of the people by placing a minority candidate in the chair. The Greater Republic A History of the United States I was also traveling the Anderson District of the Holston conference in the same State, and living near Calhoun during the nullification troubles which were so soon throttled by Old Hickory. Portrait and Biography of Parson Brownlow, The Tennessee Patriot 2011-02-01T03:00:12.910Z Wellington, "the Iron Duke," was not there; "Old Hickory" was everywhere along the American lines. Andrew Jackson I am afraid he and Old Hickory Pine and Cal Marsh did a bit of swaggering while in town. Gold General Jackson, nicknamed "Old Hickory" Christmas opened drearily enough for the invaders, but before night, to their great joy, Sir Edward Pakenham arrived from England, and took command. Hero Stories from American History For Elementary Schools Andrew Jackson, "Old Hickory," was probably the most popular man in the country when the time came for naming the successor of Monroe. The Greater Republic A History of the United States The names of Hull, Perry, and Lawrence are memorable in its history; it was the war which made Andrew Jackson, known as "Old Hickory," President of the United States in 1828. Boy Scouts Handbook The First Edition, 1911 "Old Hickory!" exclaimed the Colonel, attempting to appoint a time appropriate to the dignity of the station. The Book of Anecdotes and Budget of Fun; containing a collection of over one thousand of the most laughable sayings and jokes of celebrated wits and humorists. In the other I was surprised to recognize Old Hickory Pine. Gold Honors fell thick and fast upon "Old Hickory." Hero Stories from American History For Elementary Schools Above all, had not "Old Hickory" won the battle of New Orleans, the most brilliant victory of the War of 1812? The Greater Republic A History of the United States People at that time attached the adjective "old" to anyone or anything they felt affectionate about—Old Glory, Old Ironsides, Old Hickory. Shaman "Then," said Old Hickory, "be careful the next time you run away, and don't look back." The Book of Anecdotes and Budget of Fun; containing a collection of over one thousand of the most laughable sayings and jokes of celebrated wits and humorists. He won fame as a fighter in the war of 1812, and in many fights with the Indians and won the name of "Old Hickory." History Plays for the Grammar Grades Long before daylight, "Old Hickory" saw to it that every man was at his post. Hero Stories from American History For Elementary Schools "Old Hickory" was well ahead, but his strength was not sufficient to make him President, even though on the popular vote he led Adams by more than 50,000. The Greater Republic A History of the United States "Old Hickory," as everybody knows, had a mind of his own. As I Remember Recollections of American Society during the Nineteenth Century "Old Hickory! well he don't dine until the next day!" The Book of Anecdotes and Budget of Fun; containing a collection of over one thousand of the most laughable sayings and jokes of celebrated wits and humorists. The sign seemed little appropriate: for in the harsh features of “Old Hickory” there was but slight promise of hospitality. The Wild Huntress Love in the Wilderness “Farewell,” cried Old Hickory after his retreating form. Famous Privateersmen and Adventurers of the Sea Their rovings, cruises, escapades, and fierce battling upon the ocean for patriotism and for treasure But the triumph of "Old Hickory" was only postponed. The Greater Republic A History of the United States A motley crowd of Andrew Jackson inaugurated backwoodsmen and mountaineers, who had supported Jackson, crushed into the White House shouting for "Old Hickory." A History of the Nineteenth Century, Year by Year Volume Two (of Three) In Washington did Martin Van A stately custom then decree: Old Hickory, the veteran, Must ride with him, the people's man, For all the world to see. Something Else Again "Gruff and heroic with the grit of Old Hickory himself" was the cabinet-officer's opinion of the country lad. Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 2 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History The Virginia settlers of Wilkes sided with him, while scores of North Carolinians, who had come to live in the county, swore by "Old Hickory." Robert Toombs Statesman, Speaker, Soldier, Sage He called on Old Hickory and told him that he had a body of trained artillerymen under his command, tried and capable men, and would like to take a hand in defence of the city. Historical Tales, Vol. 2 (of 15) The Romance of Reality His nickname of "Old Hickory" was given him in deep affection. Historic Boyhoods And I am further of opinion that, both as soldier and ruler, "Old Hickory" was a hero of whom any nation might well be proud. A History of the United States One was a Whig and the other a Democrat who believed that we had never had a President worth mentioning since Andrew Jackson, Old Hickory as he was often called. A Little Girl in Old New York The Democrats, sustained by the personal popularity of "Old Hickory," were still dominant in the State. Robert Toombs Statesman, Speaker, Soldier, Sage But when Old Hickory set his lips in his grim way, and said, "I'll keep my arm," the question was settled; no one dare touch that arm. Historical Tales, Vol. 2 (of 15) The Romance of Reality All had long worked, written, and cheered for Old Hickory. History of the United States, Volume 3 The populace called him "Old Hickory"—a nickname originally invented by the soldiers who followed him in the frontier wars of Tennessee. A History of the United States Old Hickory!!” came back in a frenzy of excitement. The Bishop of Cottontown A Story of the Southern Cotton Mills Old Hickory gets up and rubbers over his shoulder. The House of Torchy And while he lay there a dreadful event took place in the territory to the south, which called for the presence of men like Old Hickory, sound of limb and in full strength. Historical Tales, Vol. 2 (of 15) The Romance of Reality This procedure was quite characteristic of Old Hickory. History of the United States, Volume 3 Following their model even more closely, they invented for him the nickname of "Old Tippercanoe," derived from the name of one of his victories, and obviously suggested by the parallel of "Old Hickory." A History of the United States He was known by the sobriquet of "Old Hickory." The Medallic History of the United States of America 1776-1876 "And leave you with a lot of vacant ore docks on your hands, eh, Runyon?" puts in Old Hickory. The House of Torchy And never was constituency more truly represented than was that of the West in the wiry old man whom they called “Old Hickory.” Expansion and Conflict Men now saw that Old Hickory was in earnest. History of the United States, Volume 3 He was first called “Tough,” then “Tough as Hickory,” then “Hickory,” and lastly “Old Hickory.” Character Sketches of Romance, Fiction and the Drama A Revised American Edition of the Reader's Handbook, Vol. 3 "Want you to drive over and see what you think of it," he remarks to Mr. Robert, once when Old Hickory happens to be out. Torchy As A Pa I files away the name, though; and that afternoon, while we was waitin' for a quorum of directors to straggle into the General Offices, I springs it on Old Hickory. The House of Torchy No matter what Webster or Calhoun or even Clay said of “Old Hickory,” it was not believed in the back-country until the President himself had confirmed the story. Expansion and Conflict Course, I didn't know what Old Hickory was stackin' me up against when he calls me into the private office and tells me to shake hands with this Mr. McCrea. Torchy and Vee "Tell him to hold his tracks with loaded ore trains, and keep his shirt on," growls Old Hickory over his shoulder. Torchy, Private Sec. So Old Hickory merely shrugs his shoulders and presses the button for Piddie. Torchy As A Pa "Was there ever a Katishaw like her?" demands Old Hickory of K. W., who responds by hummin' husky: "I dote upon a tiger From the Congo or the Niger, Especially when lashing of his tail." The House of Torchy This fine spell of weather has braced Old Hickory up until he almost forgets how he's cast himself for the great grouch collector. Torchy "Nursin' it along, eh?" says I. That brings a smothered chuckle from Old Hickory. Torchy and Vee At two-thirty-five Old Hickory jams on his hat and signals for me. Torchy, Private Sec. Unfortunately," says Old Hickory, "we cannot provide shock absorbers for fond fathers. Torchy As A Pa An hour or so later, when Old Hickory had stopped steaming, he passes out a different set of remarks to me. The House of Torchy He was gettin' himself as twisted as a pretzel, when Old Hickory breaks in. Torchy Here Old Hickory chokes down another gurgle and breaks in hasty with: "Mr. McCrea, Torchy, is assistant chief of the bureau, you know." Torchy and Vee When Old Hickory cuts loose with the tabasco remarks at him he only smiles patient and insists that if he can locate Mr. Nash, which he doubts, he'll do his best to arrange an interview. Torchy, Private Sec. "You might just as well resign your portfolio if you do," says I. "Remember the callin' down, you got from Old Hickory last week." Torchy As A Pa Havin' reported at the Corrugated general offices and found Old Hickory out of town, I declares a special holiday and beats it out to the part of Long Island I'm beginnin' to know best. The House of Torchy "That," says Old Hickory, "would depend somewhat on which Senator was his father in law." Torchy Everybody ordered him around, from Old Hickory down to Mr. Piddie. Torchy and Vee It may take a day, or a week, or a month, but—— "Bah!" snorts Old Hickory, turnin' on his heel, and he cusses eloquent all the way down and out to the taxi. Torchy, Private Sec. That's the only way to get along with Old Hickory; when he starts kiddin' you shoot the josh right back at him. Torchy As A Pa At the other end was Old Hickory, Mr. Robert, Piddie, and me. The House of Torchy Young man," says Old Hickory, catchin' his breath, "if my mental machinery worked at the high pressure speed yours does, I could——But I am not noted for being slow. Torchy When Old Hickory hears how I've subbed in for him with Bonnie he just pulls out the picture, gazes at it fond for a minute or so, and then remarks: "Ah, you lucky young rascal!" Torchy and Vee Old Hickory looks sort of puzzled; but he forks out the singleton, and the messenger climbs in after it. Torchy, Private Sec. "But I don't quite see, sir," goes on Piddie, "how a——" "Don't you?" breaks in Old Hickory. Torchy As A Pa "Yes, I understand all that," breaks in Old Hickory. The House of Torchy "By rubberin' at Mr. Robert's date pad," says I. "Good!" says Old Hickory. Torchy Say, I've had some odd assignments from Old Hickory, but never one just like this before. Torchy and Vee Old Hickory nods, and passes me a five-spot prompt. Torchy, Private Sec. "What every plunger knows—but forgets," says Old Hickory. Torchy As A Pa This terminal business Old Hickory had mentioned was a sample. The House of Torchy Say, I was lookin' Old Hickory right in the eye, ready to dodge the inkstand or anything else, while I was puttin' that over, and for a minute I thought it was comin' sure. Torchy This female party that I finds bulgin' Old Hickory's swing desk chair has got any Jonah fish I ever saw pictured out lookin' like a pickerel. Torchy and Vee The guard takes another glance at Old Hickory, and that got him; for in his high-crowned Panama the boss does look more like a fancy farmer than he does like the head of the Corrugated. Torchy, Private Sec. So far I knew that a smooth faced, poddy party had shot a golf ball with "Ha, ha!" written on it into Old Hickory's private office. Torchy As A Pa Old Hickory still has his neck feathers ruffled, and he's chewin' savage on a black cigar when I go in to slip him the soothin' syrup. The House of Torchy And Mallory, he'd just dropped around to arrange with Old Hickory for a little vacation before they beat it for Atlantic City. Torchy What led up to it all was a little squint into the past that me and Old Hickory indulged in here a week or so back. Torchy and Vee "I don't recall having——" Then he gets a good look at Old Hickory, and his tone changes sudden. Torchy, Private Sec. Why, it was only two or three days ago that the Hon. Matt broke in on Old Hickory and gave him an earful about his latest discovery in the golf line. Torchy As A Pa Even Old Hickory must have felt something as I did. The House of Torchy And the minute I sees what Old Hickory has in front of him, I'm wise. Torchy "Of queenly stature, as the society reporters used to put it," says Old Hickory. Torchy and Vee "Glad to say I'm not," comes back Old Hickory. Torchy, Private Sec. For instance, I had happened to be in Old Hickory's private office when old man Tyler, who's one of our directors, you know, had wished his only son onto our bond room staff. Torchy As A Pa "It's because you think you've got us in a hole," breaks in Old Hickory. The House of Torchy And for the next four miles Old Hickory don't do much but gaze out on the landscape and chuckle. Torchy If she should show up while I am away," says Old Hickory, "don't—don't bother to tell her I'm a sick old man. Torchy and Vee And besides that matter would be left entirely to the discretion of—— "No, it won't," breaks in Old Hickory, shakin' a stubby forefinger at him. Torchy, Private Sec. I heard him sketchin' some of 'em out to Old Hickory. Torchy As A Pa Seems she held quite a block of our preferred, for when Vincent lugs in her card Old Hickory spots the name right away as being on our widow-and-orphan list that we wave at investigatin' committees. The House of Torchy "Then drive these deluded women downstairs and tell them their mistake," says Old Hickory. Torchy It's written sort of scrawly and foreign on swell stationery and Old Hickory don't get many of that kind, as you can guess. Torchy and Vee What Old Hickory would have remarked if them letters had got to him it ain't best to imagine. Torchy, Private Sec. That was where Old Hickory pushed the button for me. Torchy As A Pa Old Hickory gets up right off, with his hand out. The House of Torchy "Yes; but what kind of clothes was he wearin'?" says I. "Clothes!" snorts out Old Hickory. Torchy Probably I did, for the last person in the world you'd look for anything like mushy sentiments from would be Old Hickory Ellins. Torchy and Vee So I did have a bulletin for Old Hickory Monday mornin'. Torchy, Private Sec. All Old Hickory does is set his teeth into the cigar a little firmer and roll his eyes over one shoulder. Torchy As A Pa "I will have a full report prepared and—— " "Suppose you tell it to my secretary now," insists Old Hickory, glarin' menacin' at him. The House of Torchy So I finds Old Hickory alone in his private office and slips it casual on the pad in front of him. Torchy And there's at least two human beings he thinks was made perfect from the start—Old Hickory Ellins and Mr. Robert. Torchy and Vee And, of course, with Old Hickory Ellins at the helm, the Corrugated Trust was right in the thick of it. Torchy, Private Sec. That's logical," admits Old Hickory, "but from where did he shoot? Torchy As A Pa I expect it's because I'm so used to Old Hickory's blowin' out a fuse that I don't duck quicker when a gas-bomb disposition begins to sputter around. The House of Torchy "No, of course you don't!" says Old Hickory, glarin' at me. Torchy Señor Don Pedro and so on," adds Old Hickory, "is from Havana, and for the last half hour he has been trying to tell me something171 very important, I've no doubt, to him. Torchy and Vee "Where is Old Hickory?" one of 'em wants to know. Torchy, Private Sec. "Well, we might as well have him in," says Old Hickory, pushin' the buzzer. Torchy As A Pa It seems to me," says Old Hickory, "that I heard she had married someone in Buffalo, or Rochester, and had quit the stage. The House of Torchy Pacin' up and down the verandas, like animals in a cage, was about fifty people, and over at one end, all by himself, looms up Old Hickory, lookin' big and ugly and disgusted with life. Torchy From then on I picks her to do all my work, being careful not to let either Mr. Robert or Old Hickory know what an expert I've discovered in disguise. Torchy and Vee At Secretary Thompson's a full-length portrait of "Old Hickory," by Sully, kept watch and ward of the refreshment table. Perley's Reminiscences, v. 1-2 of Sixty Years in the National Metropolis So Old Hickory sees to it that them inspectors has a good time, which means a suite of rooms at the Plutoria for a week, with dinners and theatre parties every night. Torchy As A Pa "I'm glad somebody does, then," says I. Puttin' the proposition up to Old Hickory was different. The House of Torchy He's been with the concern ever since Old Hickory Ellins flim-flammed his partners out of their share of the business and took out a New Jersey chartered permit that allowed him to practice grand larceny. Torchy I hear there's something on the way to me from the chief himself, and Old Hickory has been chucklin' around for three days. Torchy and Vee "Well," good-naturedly replied Old Hickory, "don't I deserve just as much credit for picking out the man who could write it?" Perley's Reminiscences, v. 1-2 of Sixty Years in the National Metropolis "I've heard it, you know, sir," says I. Old Hickory groans. Torchy As A Pa "Don't overlook the fact, young man," puts in Old Hickory, "that the Corrugated Trust is not altogether out of this affair, and that we are running short-handed as it is." The House of Torchy He was plum color, Old Hickory was, so mad he could have chewed a file. Torchy I expect that was what had got him in wrong with Old Hickory. Torchy and Vee Governor Wise, who admired him greatly, used to tell a story illustrative of the rough bark of Old Hickory's character. Perley's Reminiscences, v. 1-2 of Sixty Years in the National Metropolis "Gr-r-r!" says Old Hickory, as gentle as a grizzly with a sore ear. Torchy As A Pa It was on this march that he received the name of "Hickory," which afterwards became "Old Hickory." Hidden Treasures Or, Why Some Succeed While Others Fail "Say," says I, "you don't mean you never heard of Old Hickory Ellins or Mr. Robert, do you?" Torchy The next mornin', when Old Hickory comes paddin' into the general offices, he stops to pat me friendly on the shoulder. Torchy and Vee This stirred Old Hickory's mettle, and he rode forward to give some energetic advice to the jockey, but just then he saw that the Vice-President was ambling along at his side on an easy-going nag. Perley's Reminiscences, v. 1-2 of Sixty Years in the National Metropolis And I remember how Old Hickory, who was more or less busy at the time, had tried to shunt him off. Torchy As A Pa Indeed, the movement having in view the election of "Old Hickory" was inaugurated by Major Eaton assisted by Amos Kendall and Francis P. Blair. Something of Men I Have Known With Some Papers of a General Nature, Political, Historical, and Retrospective "Just out of Los Angeles," says I. "All right," says Old Hickory. Torchy We did consider that," says Old Hickory, "but the decision was just as I suspected from the first. Torchy and Vee General James Findlay, who had served creditably in the War of 1812, was a Jackson Democratic Representative in the days of the contest between "Old Hickory" and "Biddle's Bank." Perley's Reminiscences, v. 1-2 of Sixty Years in the National Metropolis "There is to be no next time," says Old Hickory, settin' his jaw. Torchy As A Pa Old Hickory always fought, your Harry of the West has always compromised. Gideon's Band A Tale of the Mississippi "Old Hickory" had told them that they could lick their weight in wildcats, and they were ready to agree with him. The Fight for a Free Sea: A Chronicle of the War of 1812 The Chronicles of America Series, Volume 17 And it was sentiments like that, only maybe worded not quite so brash, that I passed out to Old Hickory a little later on. Torchy and Vee Under Old Hickory we drove the British back into their ships and sent 'em flying home to England. The Victim A romance of the Real Jefferson Davis It was up to Old Hickory to give the final decision. Torchy As A Pa Old Hickory and his family went along with Strongarm and his family, and the children ran through the bushes and scared up the wild rabbits and porcupines. The Cave Boy of the Age of Stone The book ends, as we have said, with the close of Jackson's administration; but we glean very little concerning the administration and we are told much relative to "Old Hickory." The Bay State Monthly, Volume 3, No. 6 "You mean," sneers Old Hickory, "that there you are." Wilt Thou Torchy There's but one name on every lip in this country now, Boy, and that's Old Hickory. The Victim A romance of the Real Jefferson Davis After one glance around the group she picks out Old Hickory, makes straight for him, and grabs one of his big paws in both hands. Torchy As A Pa "Suppose you finish out your vacation with us, then?" suggests Old Hickory. On With Torchy Like Old Hickory he rode into office on a tide of popular feeling against an Eastern man accused of being something of an aristocrat. History of the United States And the other two are Old Hickory and Mr. Robert. Wilt Thou Torchy At the last stand on the banks of the winding Tennessee, the Major sat up late in eager discussion about Old Hickory with an enthusiastic Tennesseean. The Victim A romance of the Real Jefferson Davis As for Old Hickory, he clips the end off a six-inch brunette cigar, lights up careful, and then turns slow to Vincent. Torchy As A Pa "You—you hit someone!" gasps Old Hickory, starin' puzzled at her. On With Torchy Around Clay's standard assembled a motley collection, representing every species of political opinion, united by one tie only—hatred for "Old Hickory." History of the United States "Well," says Old Hickory, as I drifts back to the office, "did you and the Lieutenant discover any serious plot of international character?" Wilt Thou Torchy "Old Hickory says himself, he ain't fit—" "I reckon we know more about that than he does," persisted the man from Tennessee. The Victim A romance of the Real Jefferson Davis "Oh, I rather think he will," says Old Hickory. Torchy As A Pa A minute later Old Hickory gets a lucky carom off a chair leg and holes out in nineteen, with the Doc playin' twenty-one. On With Torchy Waddell was a close friend of President Jackson, and his fortune sprang from the services he rendered as financial representative of the "Old Hickory" Administration. Fifth Avenue "Old Hickory," says I. "He's president of the Corrugated Trust, ma'am." Wilt Thou Torchy As quick as Old Hickory heard this, he married her over again. The Victim A romance of the Real Jefferson Davis Old Hickory nods approvin' and a humorous flicker flashes under them bushy eyebrows of his. Torchy As A Pa Young man," says he, "do I understand that you had the impudence to——" "Well, well!" breaks in Old Hickory, gettin' a glimpse of what the porter's unloading "What have we here? On With Torchy I call it 'Old Hickory' because, though it isn't hickory, yet it began life in this old house and has outlived three pastors. Charred Wood "He presents credentials signed by General Kitchener," says Old Hickory. Wilt Thou Torchy Such desperate valor was exactly after "Old Hickory's" heart, and from that time forward, Jackson was Houston's friend and patron. American Men of Action Also he must be a special crony of Old Hickory's. Torchy As A Pa Son," says Old Hickory, as he pads into the office about noon next day, "I believe I forgot the usual caddie fee. On With Torchy He was leaning on "Old Hickory" and puffing at a cigar, with contentment in every line of his countenance. Charred Wood But it's soon over, and the next minute he's listenin' thoughtful while Old Hickory is explainin' how I'm the one who can tow him around the munition shops. Wilt Thou Torchy He had gone to pay a call upon Mr. Polk, who had been nominated for the Presidency as a young hickory to Jackson's "Old Hickory." Children of the Market Place "Why, sure!" says I, easin' him into Old Hickory's swing chair. Torchy As A Pa "But ain't he tied up with Jones?" says I. "Jones is a dead dog," says Old Hickory. On With Torchy No new, extenuating circumstances could be adduced to clear the old warrior of high-handed conduct; but a presidential election was approaching and there was political capital to be made by defending "Old Hickory." Stephen A. Douglas A Study in American Politics How Old Hickory did roast him for it at the time! Wilt Thou Torchy Sam Hayes was "Old Hickory," General Andrew Jackson, the night before the battle of New Orleans. Phyllis "Yes, it might be," says Old Hickory, and I couldn't tell whether he threw in a snort or a chuckle right there. Torchy As A Pa What else could you expect with Old Hickory Ellins on one side and George Wesley Jones on the other? On With Torchy Then, after Jane sat down, I don't believe such a speechifying ever was before as resounded out over the river, even in the time of Old Hickory. The Tinder-Box One sure sign that Old Hickory and Auntie was excited was the fact that they'd begun callin' each other by their given names. Wilt Thou Torchy Different from his master, Old Hickory, he was really at heart the most aristocratic of Democrats, and like many another so-called leader, most of his love for the people really was love of himself. 54-40 or Fight "Not in the best sporting circles," says Old Hickory. Torchy As A Pa "Boy," says Old Hickory, shootin' his words out past the stub of a thick black cigar, "I'm expecting a Mr. Jones sometime this afternoon." On With Torchy The name "Old Hickory" will at once suggest itself as such an instance. The Bay State Monthly — Volume 2, No. 5, February, 1885 Not until coffee had been served did Old Hickory give any hint that this was to be a regular celebration, with post-prandial doin's. Wilt Thou Torchy He began by informing his host that Old Hickory would shortly leave the Hermitage to assume his duties as president. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine — Volume 56, No. 345, July, 1844 Mostly it was a case of Old Hickory runnin' wild on the main track and Brink Hollis being in the way. Torchy As A Pa He has a raincoat thrown careless over one arm, and he's smokin' a cigar as big and black as any of Old Hickory's. On With Torchy It was on the trying return march that his riflemen conferred on him the happy nickname "Old Hickory." The Reign of Andrew Jackson While they was down where Old Hickory had his eye on 'em, they was as solemn as pallbearers. Wilt Thou Torchy "Old Hickory is very popular in Pennsylvania," said Richards, resuming the conversation that had been interrupted, and perfectly unconscious, as Moreland would have said, of the shoals he was sailing amongst. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine — Volume 56, No. 345, July, 1844 "I must say that I agree with you," says Old Hickory. Torchy As A Pa I knew something or other outside of business was puttin' hectic spots in Old Hickory's disposition these last few days; but not until late yesterday did I guess it was Cousin Inez. On With Torchy Nobody had ever called him "Old Hickory" or any other name indicative of popular endearment. The Reign of Andrew Jackson "Her doctor," says I. With that, Old Hickory bangs his fist on the desk. Wilt Thou Torchy All right; just jump into the one you like best and drive on down to the Old Hickory Club and say it to him. The Daredevil And then, seein' that rare flicker in Old Hickory's eyes, I gives him the grin. Torchy As A Pa Folks was nudgin' each other and pointin' her out gleeful, and I could easy frame up the sort of reports that had set Old Hickory's teeth on edge. On With Torchy I think Governor Lincoln manifested as bitter and tyrannical a spirit as Old Hickory ever could, for the life of him. Indian Nullification of the Unconstitutional Laws of Massachusetts Relative to the Marshpee Tribe Or, the Pretended Riot Explained Old Hickory reads 'em, and then sits for a minute, gazin' over the top of his desk at nothing at all. Wilt Thou Torchy And as he spoke, my Uncle, the General Robert, came down the steps of the great Club of Old Hickory with the Gouverneur Faulkner and stood beside my Cherry with me. The Daredevil They do say it was some party Old Hickory gave 'em. Torchy As A Pa Old Hickory glares and puffs like he was goin' to blow a cylinder head. On With Torchy The South Carolinians, on their part, suspended the nullification ordinance and thus avoided an armed conflict with "Old Hickory," as his admirers called Jackson. A Short History of the United States No hilarity from Old Hickory—not even one of them cracked concrete smiles of his. Wilt Thou Torchy “And may I not return immediately after that supper to that Club of Old Hickory for conversation with you and my Uncle, the General Robert?” The Daredevil He stares at Old Hickory surprised and pained. Torchy As A Pa Old Hickory was pacin' his private office, scowlin' and grouchy, as he sends the word, and it didn't take any second sight to guess he was peeved about something. On With Torchy While the feasting was in full swing, suddenly the haggard and careworn face of "Old Hickory" appeared in their midst. The Gentleman from Everywhere "I expect I'm released on this case, then?" says I, after waitin' while Old Hickory chews his cigar savage for a couple of minutes. Wilt Thou Torchy At luncheon at that Club of Old Hickory I sat opposite the small Frenchman who sat on the right hand of my Gouverneur Faulkner, and opposite to me sat my Uncle, the General Robert. The Daredevil Lucky she had her eyes fixed on Old Hickory, whose hand-hewn face reveals just as much emotion as if he was bettin' the limit on a four-card flush. Torchy As A Pa By that time Old Hickory is almost as nervous as anybody. On With Torchy "Old Hickory", as he came to be lovingly called, was proud of his Irish father, and sympathized with the national longings of the Irish people. The Glories of Ireland Even so," says I, "I wouldn't chance it on with Old Hickory. Wilt Thou Torchy In 1834 he was a strong "Jackson man;" but after his election as Governor he created consternation among the followers of "Old Hickory" by becoming a Whig. McClure's Magazine December, 1895 "Yes, madam," says Old Hickory, indulgin' in one of them grim smiles of his, "I rather think he does." Torchy As A Pa "Well," says Old Hickory, squintin' sharp at me from under his bushy eyebrows, "what have you to offer?" On With Torchy The first military leader elected President since George Washington, he was much admired by the electorate, who came to Washington to celebrate "Old Hickory's" inauguration. United States Presidents' Inaugural Speeches It's near closin' time when Old Hickory opens the door an inch or two, throws a scouty glance around, and beckons me mysterious to come in. Wilt Thou Torchy When he went to Dearbornville to attend town meeting or election, he almost invariably carried a hickory cane, with the bark on it as it grew, in honor of "Old Hickory." The Bark Covered House "I will—" "Better let me soothe him down now," says I. "Then I'll get Old Hickory on the 'phone and tell him who's here." Torchy As A Pa "Shall we call them all in, one at a time, Sir, and——" "And what?" snaps Old Hickory. On With Torchy But in 1860, when friends reproached him for the lack of "Old Hickory" Jackson's sternness, he replied nobly: "I am just as God made me, and cannot change." The Lincoln Story Book A Judicious Collection of the Best Stories and Anecdotes of the Great President, Many Appearing Here for the First Time in Book Form At which Old Hickory drops his left eyelid and indulges in what passes with him for a chuckle. Wilt Thou Torchy It was generally believed by literary men that "Old Hickory" could scarcely write his name. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 12 American Leaders "Still, I hate to leave with you thinking——" "You haven't been asked to leave—as yet," says Old Hickory. Torchy As A Pa Then up comes Piddie, walkin' on his toes too, and the three of us does a footpad sneak into Old Hickory's office. On With Torchy Pray, my good friend, what are your real sentiments concerning 'Old Hickory.' Home as Found "I say," goes on Old Hickory, "has Killam shown you the jewelry he dug from the mound?" Wilt Thou Torchy He left his seat and came to the rear of Old Hickory, the off carriage horse, slapping a fly flat on Old Hickory's flank as he paused. Old Caravan Days "Know anything about industrial welfare work, young man?" demands Old Hickory of him. Torchy As A Pa Piddie leans forward for another look at the flowers, and wags his head solemn, I edges around for a closer view myself, and Old Hickory stares puzzled. On With Torchy "Gad," said the Colonel to himself, "Old Hickory ought to get down and give his seat to Gen. Sutler—but they'd have to tie him on." The Gilded Age, Part 5. Course, there I was, gassin' away merry about what Old Hickory wanted kept a dead secret. Wilt Thou Torchy At New Carlisle, a sleepy little village where the dogfennel was wonderfully advanced for June, Zene took the gray from the wagon and hitched him to the carriage, substituting Old Hickory. Old Caravan Days "Took a look at the letter book, did you!" asks Old Hickory. Torchy As A Pa Old Hickory finally reckons up that it must have been last Wednesday. On With Torchy When Andrew Jackson, "Old Hickory," died, someone asked, "Will he go to Heaven?" and the answer was, "He will if he wants to." The Fireside Chats of Franklin Delano Roosevelt "That don't half describe it," says I. "And what is goin' to happen when I report to Old Hickory won't be nice to print in the papers." Wilt Thou Torchy "And do you know Old Hickory?" cried Mr. Wesley. The Prodigal Judge "Pardon me if I seem curious," goes on Old Hickory, "but just how did you—er—create the illusion?" Torchy As A Pa "Couldn't you fake up some job for each one," says I, "and when they came in be wearin' the flowers conspicuous, and watch if they——" "Bah!" breaks in Old Hickory. On With Torchy I voted for Andrew Jackson because I believed he possessed certain principles, and not because his name was Andrew Jackson, or the Hero, or Old Hickory. David Crockett His Life and Adventures Maybe I didn't have some details to give Old Hickory. Wilt Thou Torchy Jackson was a man of the people, but he was an autocrat too, and he had a will so unbending that even in his soldiering days he had been called Old Hickory. This Country of Ours "Gentlemen," goes on Old Hickory, tossin' the last three inches of a double Corona reckless into a copper bowl, "there's a leak somewhere in this office." Torchy As A Pa "Well, well, send for him, then," says Old Hickory. On With Torchy He sought the advice of his Cabinet and was hardly less embarrassed to find all but one convinced that "Old Hickory" had acted contrary to instructions and had committed acts of hostility against Spain. Jefferson and His Colleagues; a chronicle of the Virginia dynasty But never a smile out of Old Hickory. Wilt Thou Torchy So now, Old Hickory had a Cabinet but he did not consult them. This Country of Ours "Rather," says Old Hickory, pointin' to a Wall Street daily that has broke loose on its front page with a three-column headline. Torchy As A Pa "Why, hang it all, man, I can't remember!" says Old Hickory. On With Torchy He had heard old men tell of pointing deadly rifles at red-coats at New Orleans, and had absorbed their own love of Old Hickory. The Little Shepherd of Kingdom Come "I should prefer to be told here, at once," says Old Hickory. Wilt Thou Torchy But stern Old Hickory would lend no hand to break up the Union. This Country of Ours Old Hickory indulges in one of them grins that are just as humorous as a crack in the pavement. Torchy As A Pa "But I'm not accusing ghosts of this," says Old Hickory. On With Torchy At the latter place, Jenny Lind, accompanied by Barnum and his daughter, Mrs. Lyman, visited "The Hermitage," where Barnum himself had years before seen "Old Hickory" Jackson. The Life of Phineas T. Barnum "But he came in here with you a moment ago," insists Old Hickory. Wilt Thou Torchy We have fought when we got the chance, under Old Hickory and in Mexico and my father and two brothers were killed in the Valley sixty-four. The Virginian, a Horseman of the Plains "You're rather clever at that sort of thing, are you?" asks Old Hickory. Torchy As A Pa "Hadn't you better take a look around the offices," suggests Old Hickory, "examine the doors, and so on?" On With Torchy And say, in less than two shakes he's given the whole snap away, in spite of Old Hickory scowlin' and Auntie glarin' like she meant to murder him with her grapefruit spoon. Wilt Thou Torchy Must have been half an hour later when Old Hickory calls me into the private office, and I finds him still gazin' at the scented note. Wilt Thou Torchy Old Hickory just narrows his eyes and stares. Wilt Thou Torchy "Too bad the Corrugated Trust offers such a limited field for your talents," says Old Hickory. Torchy As A Pa And with that she makes a rush, lets out a giggle or two, grabs Old Hickory in a perfectly good hug, and kisses him twice on his bald spot. On With Torchy By the set of Old Hickory's jaw I knew he was puttin' something straight up to Rupert. Wilt Thou Torchy Old Hickory hadn't told me not to use his name, and was I to blame if he'd overlooked that point? Wilt Thou Torchy "You—you don't mean that—that—" "Precisely," says Old Hickory. Wilt Thou Torchy "And I understand you were responsible for the Corrugated baseball team, and are now conducting a pool tournament?" goes on Old Hickory. Torchy As A Pa First off they didn't seem to know whether they'd strayed into a bughouse, or were just bein' cheered; but when they sees Old Hickory's mouth corners they concludes to take it as a josh. On With Torchy When I finally does drift into Old Hickory's private office and he motions me to shut the door, I'm still registerin' merry thoughts. Wilt Thou Torchy Excuse me," says I, flashin' Old Hickory's ten thousand dollar check, "but if there's anything overripe about that, just let me know. Wilt Thou Torchy "That was a rather lively pace you set for us," almost chuckles Old Hickory. Wilt Thou Torchy "Then that eliminates all but some member of the office staff," says Old Hickory. Torchy As A Pa Looked like it was all settled that way too, and that Old Hickory's faith in his model wards wa'n't to be disturbed. On With Torchy I expect that proposition must have appealed to Old Hickory, for he swung to her side at the last, and that's the way it was settled. Wilt Thou Torchy There it stayed, too, although Old Hickory shoots some spicy commands up the elevator well. Wilt Thou Torchy If Auntie and Old Hickory was pinin' for thrills, it looked like they was due to get their wish. Wilt Thou Torchy "And 'phoned a code message to someone in Broad Street, I suppose?" suggests Old Hickory. Torchy As A Pa Old Hickory looks him over curious for a minute or so. On With Torchy But Auntie had already planned how she could camp comfortable in one of them suites, and Old Hickory had discovered that the yacht sported a wireless outfit. Wilt Thou Torchy First off he gets Old Hickory Ellins, president of the Corrugated Trust and generally a cagey old boy, more or less worked up. Wilt Thou Torchy "Has anyone ever suspected you of being useful in any capacity?" demands Old Hickory. Wilt Thou Torchy I notice," says Old Hickory, taking back the sheet, "that one feature of the entertainment was an impersonation by Mr. Brinkerhoff Hollis, of 'the Old He-Crab Himself unloading a morning grouch'. Torchy As A Pa For Old Hickory ain't got a lot of use for the average young person. On With Torchy Also, they've come to expect about so many growls a day from Old Hickory. Wilt Thou Torchy They knew Old Hickory's fondness for tradin' on his reputation, and that he didn't always pull it off. Wilt Thou Torchy Old Hickory stares at me and waves his cigar impatient. Wilt Thou Torchy And say; next time I think I have a joke for Old Hickory I'll go down to Thirty-third Street and try it first on the statue of Horace Greeley. Wilt Thou Torchy Instead, as I'm in Old Hickory's office a few days later, allowin' him to give me a few fool directions about an errand, in breaks Miller all glowin' under the collar. On With Torchy Even Old Hickory cheers up a bit at sight of her. Wilt Thou Torchy Old Hickory puts his finger on the button and holds it there. Wilt Thou Torchy Megrue was sure to spread the tale among Old Hickory's business friends. Wilt Thou Torchy First I knew, I saw 'em grouped along the side where the companionway stairs was swung—Auntie, Old Hickory, and Captain Killam. Wilt Thou Torchy But you got to get used to Old Hickory. On With Torchy I could tell by the look of Old Hickory's eyes that something was coming from him. Wilt Thou Torchy Now, in the name of Mars," demands Old Hickory, "what the sulphuretted syntax is this all about? Wilt Thou Torchy "How much do they know—er—about the buried treasure, for instance?" demands Old Hickory. Wilt Thou Torchy And I rather guess," adds Old Hickory, fishin' a broken cigar out of his vest pocket, "that as treasure hunters we're not such thundering jokes, after all. Wilt Thou Torchy And, bein' as how I was Old Hickory's alibi, as you might say, I pikes right to the front. On With Torchy You see, Old Hickory and Auntie had hung all their bright hopes on this Captain Rupert Killam. Wilt Thou Torchy Once Mr. Robert starts to go into Old Hickory's sanctum; but he finds the door locked, and shortly after that he shuts his roll-top and leaves for the day. Wilt Thou Torchy I remember once Old Hickory got jammed into the hole and we had to pry him out. Wilt Thou Torchy And say, when Old Hickory starts crowin' you can know he sees clear through to daylight. Wilt Thou Torchy "And was it you who just threw this thing on my desk?" demands Old Hickory, pointin' to the red rose. On With Torchy "We have secured a good-sized, comfortable yacht," goes on Old Hickory. Wilt Thou Torchy "Young man," says Old Hickory, "I understand that you have heard some of Captain Killam's story." Wilt Thou Torchy We seem to be agreed," says Old Hickory, "and our company is made up. Wilt Thou Torchy Old Hickory follows the accusin' look, and next thing I know I'm in the spot light for fair. Wilt Thou Torchy Funny, though, the sudden hit them two seemed to make with Old Hickory. On With Torchy Then up pads Old Hickory in a low-necked silk dressin'-gown, with his gray hair all rumpled and a heavy crop of white stubble on his solid set jaws. Wilt Thou Torchy "Besides Miss Verona and her aunt," goes on Old Hickory, "how many others have you made acquainted with what I was doing my best to keep a secret?" Wilt Thou Torchy You will have ample opportunity," says Old Hickory, "for when we leave here you will be left also. Wilt Thou Torchy As Old Hickory strolls by and sees me with my hands stuck out, I thought he was goin' to swallow his cigar. Wilt Thou Torchy But Old Hickory don't intend to give me any chance to pipe off the greetin'. On With Torchy "Isn't he just as wise as he was when you lured him away from the hotel where I'd put him?" asks Old Hickory sarcastic. Wilt Thou Torchy "We'll see," says Old Hickory, and gives the order to beat it uptown again. Wilt Thou Torchy "And here we've been sitting, like so many cabbage heads on a bench, waiting for someone to come and tell us about it!" snorts Old Hickory. Wilt Thou Torchy "We might take a glance at it," says Old Hickory. Wilt Thou Torchy "He's the goods," says I. "Couldn't scare him, eh?" says Old Hickory. On With Torchy It's well for them that neither Auntie nor Old Hickory seems to notice. Wilt Thou Torchy "Looks like we'd lost out by a nose," says I. "Not yet," says Old Hickory. Wilt Thou Torchy I don't know that I ever saw Old Hickory actually look sheepish before. Wilt Thou Torchy At least," remarks Old Hickory, "I suppose it is something to provide a source of innocent merriment. Wilt Thou Torchy Here he is, though, with his shoulders back and a sketchy, sarcastic smile flickerin' in his mouth corners as he shows up for a hand-to-hand set-to with Old Hickory Ellins. On With Torchy As for Old Hickory, he was sort of on the fence. Wilt Thou Torchy "Twelve, outside of the crew's quarters," says I. "Regular floating hotel," says Old Hickory. Wilt Thou Torchy I jollied Old Hickory into lettin' me tip the sailors that had lugged the sacks aboard, and I threw in some of his best cigars just by way of relievin' my feelin's. Wilt Thou Torchy "Do your touching up some other time," orders Old Hickory. Wilt Thou Torchy "Everything you can discover without taking him apart," says Old Hickory. On With Torchy That gets an uneasy squirm out of Old Hickory, but he comes right back at him. Wilt Thou Torchy And now," says Old Hickory, "having been thoroughly frank with you, I ask that this information be treated as confidential. Wilt Thou Torchy The harder you jolt Old Hickory, though, the steadier he gets. Wilt Thou Torchy I may be the oldest joke on record," says Old Hickory, "but I propose to know before morning what is in that mound. Wilt Thou Torchy And, say, I knew when Old Hickory begins by unbeltin' so reckless that he don't mean any casual skimmin' through club annuals for a report. On With Torchy "And we went blithering and blundering around for half the night," says Old Hickory, "until this marvel of marine intelligence ran us hard and fast aground here, where we've been ever since." Wilt Thou Torchy As for Old Hickory, he watches the proceedings breathless for a second or so before he can make out what's happenin'. Wilt Thou Torchy |
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