| 单词 | pony express |
| 例句 | Filippini and other ranchers have sued, staged a "pony express" protest ride on horseback to Washington, D.C., and petitioned for Furtado's ouster. Tension between ranchers and federal officials is dangerously high in Nevada 2016-01-14T05:00:00Z Three hours later, this pony express is completed, ahead of schedule and with zero mishaps or escapes. Equine stars take to skies to reach Longines Masters show jumping in L.A. 2015-10-01T04:00:00Z Using Form 4506-A is like relying on the pony express in the age of the Internet. The IRS Doubles Down On Secrecy 2015-03-16T04:00:00Z There was the pony express, a very slow method at its best. The Indians' Last Fight Or The Dull Knife Raid 2011-11-06T02:00:13.167Z The pony express was used in the Canadian Northwest, but no system, no stamps and probably no stipulated charges were made to get a letter to the frontier of the United States. Canada: Its Postage Stamps and Postal Stationery 2011-09-18T02:00:28.007Z During the rest of the summer of '76 I was a pony express rider, carrying the U. S. mails between Deadwood and Custer, fifty miles over some of the roughest trails in the Black Hills. Down the Yellowstone 2011-08-29T02:01:06.730Z My husband was there and had started a little store just across from the pony express station on Plum creek. Collection of Nebraska Pioneer Reminiscences 2011-01-05T03:00:58.503Z That scheme was the pony express; men on horseback with fresh relays every ten or twelve miles, to carry letters at top speed across the wilderness. When the West Was Young Later, after he had returned home, he was a pony express rider, he drove a stage on the Overland route, and he acted as guide in an expedition against the Gosiute Indians. Ox-Team Days on the Oregon Trail When we were behind time and the mail was light or there was money going out, we ran Lakota through as a pony express. Land of the Burnt Thigh And years ago I visited Teharna, a deserted village from the storybook, a former pony express station—wonderful black walnuts! Northern Nut Growers Association Thirty-Fourth Annual Report 1943 He drove the Overland stage, rode the pony express, was the first sheriff of this county, and forms a connecting link between the days of Indian raids and the present. Collection of Nebraska Pioneer Reminiscences 2011-01-05T03:00:58.503Z The firm of Russel, Majors & Waddel was losing money, owing in part to bad financial management and in part to the courageous venture of the pony express. When the West Was Young Then came the idea of a relay of fast messengers upon horseback, and the pony express was organized. The Western United States A Geographical Reader Transport with the outer world was by stage coach and mule and pony express. The Magnificent Montez From Courtesan to Convert He was a pony express rider in the days of the overland mail service. Roughing it De Luxe In 1863-64 I served as substitute stage driver, messenger, or pony express rider. Collection of Nebraska Pioneer Reminiscences 2011-01-05T03:00:58.503Z The riders of the pony express hardly recall such incidents because of the larger adventures with which their lives were filled. When the West Was Young In spite of the high charge the pony express is said never to have been profitable, for the expenses were very heavy. The Western United States A Geographical Reader "I know Toby will like to deliver groceries and be a pony express," said the little boy to his sister. Bunny Brown and His Sister Sue Keeping Store He got news down there on the main road by pony express on its way to St. Louis. A Man for the Ages A Story of the Builders of Democracy The only alternative provided by act of Congress in case of refusal is for the Postmaster-General to send mail forward by pony express. A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents Volume 8, part 3: Grover Cleveland, First Term It was thought a wonderful thing when the "pony express" carried mail twice a week between St. Joseph, Missouri, where the Eastern railroads ended, and Sacramento. Stories of California Gone is the pony express, whose marvelous efficiency could compete with the wind, but not with the harnessed lightning flashed over the telegraph wires. An Autobiography of Buffalo Bill (Colonel W. F. Cody) When the first call came for volunteers by way of the pony express, Benito and Adrian talked of enlisting. Port O' Gold A History-Romance of the San Francisco Argonauts Had they been easily discouraged we might still be dependent upon the semaphore and the pony express for the transmission of news. Masters of Space Morse, Thompson, Bell, Marconi, Carty Envelopes were sold at $1 each, and were carried to Walla Walla by pony express. Reminiscences of a Pioneer In 1860 the same firm that sent the first stagecoach over the prairie from Leavenworth to Denver, ran a pony express from the Missouri to the Pacific. A School History of the United States Since that time the stage-coach has outdistanced the bull team, the pony express has swept past the stage-coach, the locomotive has done in an hour what the prairie schooner did in three or four days. An Autobiography of Buffalo Bill (Colonel W. F. Cody) Monthly mails had been established between San Francisco and San Diego, as well as intermediate points, and there was talk of a pony express to Independence, Missouri. Port O' Gold A History-Romance of the San Francisco Argonauts The pony express rider felt much relieved after he had been given some quieting medicine, and as Dr. Brown was about to leave Mr. Bailey asked: "Shall I be able to ride the route to-morrow?" Jack of the Pony Express Two years later, the overland mail commenced its journeys and the celebrated pony express followed in 1860. My Native Land The United States: its Wonders, its Beauties, and its People; with Descriptive Notes, Character Sketches, Folk Lore, Traditions, Legends and History, for the Amusement of the Old and the Instruction of the Young The consequences were the founding of Denver, the establishment of a stagecoach line from the Missouri to Denver, the pony express to the Pacific; the overland coach; and the Pacific Railroad. A School History of the United States He had bought out "Old Jules," and was then the owner of Julesburg ranch, and the agent of the pony express line. The Life of Hon. William F. Cody Known as Buffalo Bill the Famous Hunter, Scout and Guide The old soldier's resignation speeds eastward on the pony express. The Little Lady of Lagunitas A Franco-Californian Romance There was a chance that some one might come after Jack passed, though the pony express trail was one not often followed after nightfall. Jack of the Pony Express Later came the pony express and the stage coach which made history and romance for a generation. The Passing of the Frontier; a chronicle of the old West By my position in the Southern district I am in possession of dispatches received only this morning by pony express. Clarence It happened on this day he was to drive a team of six pony express horses, which had been only partially broken in as a stage team. The Life of Hon. William F. Cody Known as Buffalo Bill the Famous Hunter, Scout and Guide The pony express flying eastward, the rapidly approaching telegraph, the southern overland mail with the other line across the plains, bring the news of Eastern excitement. The Little Lady of Lagunitas A Franco-Californian Romance In due time Mr. Bailey fully recovered, and was able to take up his former work of riding pony express. Jack of the Pony Express In all the several activities, mining, freighting, scouting, soldiering, riding pony express, or even sheer adventuring for what might come, there was ever a trading back and forth between home-staying men and adventuring men. The Passing of the Frontier; a chronicle of the old West That was a pony express messenger from New York. The Three Partners "I don't know that I would like to go as far west as that again," replied I, "but I do want to ride the pony express once more; there's some life in that." The Life of Hon. William F. Cody Known as Buffalo Bill the Famous Hunter, Scout and Guide The same pony express rider that you and your gang of outlaws held up not long ago! Jack of the Pony Express "They want—" "I'm the pony express rider on this route," interrupted Jack, with a nod at Jennie, as if to beg her pardon for not letting her finish. Jack of the Pony Express And so they waited for the return of the pony express rider. Jack of the Pony Express I can't tell just how it did happen," said the pony express rider, "but I was taken with a sharp and sudden pain soon after leaving Golden Crossing. Jack of the Pony Express The affair occurred while Wild Bill was riding the pony express in western Kansas. The Life of Hon. William F. Cody Known as Buffalo Bill the Famous Hunter, Scout and Guide It might be that some one who wants to be a pony express rider in my place might try to make trouble for me in that way. Jack of the Pony Express Not only was Mr. Argent's mine secured to him, and the pony express route rendered safe by the capture of the outlaw band, but several other crimes in the vicinity were cleared up. Jack of the Pony Express "I guess they were just fresh tenderfeet," said the manager of the pony express company. Jack of the Pony Express Amos Perkfeld was the president, as well as general manager of several stage and pony express lines. Jack of the Pony Express The great pony express, about which so much has been said and written, was at that time just being started. The Life of Hon. William F. Cody Known as Buffalo Bill the Famous Hunter, Scout and Guide If the stage at Golden Crossing was not on time the pony express rider had to wait for it, sometimes all night. Jack of the Pony Express Speed was one of the prime requisites of the pony express. Jack of the Pony Express "So after this, Mr. Jack Bailey, of the pony express, you'll get the mail from me and deliver it to me." Jack of the Pony Express Mr. Argent paused in the act of handing the sealed documents to the young pony express rider, and turned to look at the man who had called to him. Jack of the Pony Express He hired me at once as a pony express rider, but as I was so young he thought I would not be able to stand the fierce riding which was required of the messengers. The Life of Hon. William F. Cody Known as Buffalo Bill the Famous Hunter, Scout and Guide The young pony express rider had a few hours' spare time that day, and he spent them with his father. Jack of the Pony Express Suddenly, as the young pony express rider was trying to work loose his bonds, he felt a sharp pain in one hand, which was under him, behind his back, pressing on the earth. Jack of the Pony Express Jack had carefully kept from his father all the little worries that had occurred since the change in the pony express business had been made. Jack of the Pony Express The young pony express lad felt better on hearing this. Jack of the Pony Express It was a long piece of road, but I was equal to the undertaking; and soon afterwards had an opportunity to exhibit my power of endurance as a pony express rider. The Life of Hon. William F. Cody Known as Buffalo Bill the Famous Hunter, Scout and Guide The pony express was a connecting line between the two settlements. Jack of the Pony Express And that's what the pony express is for—to transport speedily valuable and important packages and letters. Jack of the Pony Express The excitement caused by the hold-up of the pony express soon died away. Jack of the Pony Express "Well, I wonder what's up now?" mused the pony express lad. Jack of the Pony Express The recovered horses were replaced on the road, and the stages and pony express were again running on time. The Life of Hon. William F. Cody Known as Buffalo Bill the Famous Hunter, Scout and Guide Four crooks seem hardly enough to hold up one pony express rider. Jack of the Pony Express For the pony express rider had determined to make an early start. Jack of the Pony Express Jack was the nearest to him, and as the pony express rider caught occasional glimpses of the fellow, he saw him beating his horse to urge the magnificent animal to still greater speed. Jack of the Pony Express "Well, it certainly is a risky business, this pony express," sighed her mother. Jack of the Pony Express Thus began my service for the firm of Russell & Majors, afterwards Russell, Majors & Waddell, with whom I spent seven years of my life in different capacities—such as cavallard-driver, wagon-master, pony express rider and driver. The Life of Hon. William F. Cody Known as Buffalo Bill the Famous Hunter, Scout and Guide "Take the mail, Jack, my boy!" the pony express rider exclaimed, with an effort. Jack of the Pony Express "I wish it had been the pony express," murmured Jack regretfully. Jack of the Pony Express There was considerable routine work attached to the post office and to the pony express route, and for some time Jack and Jennie were busy over this. Jack of the Pony Express In such cases, when a night trip would be necessary over the mountain trail between Golden Crossing and Rainbow Ridge, the pony express rider was permitted to postpone his trip until the next day. Jack of the Pony Express I wrote to mother and told her how well I liked the exciting life of a pony express rider. The Life of Hon. William F. Cody Known as Buffalo Bill the Famous Hunter, Scout and Guide Several more attempts were made on the part of those who wanted Jack's place to supplant him as pony express rider. Jack of the Pony Express "Yes," replied the pony express rider, and his voice was sad. Jack of the Pony Express The pony express lad was on his trip toward Rainbow Ridge from Golden Crossing, and it was dark when he reached the point where the Richfield river branched off from the Ponto. Jack of the Pony Express "Yes, it would have been too bad if you had had your ride for nothing," the pony express lad said. Jack of the Pony Express It's the pony express rider, between Golden Crossing and Rainbow Ridge, if you have to know. Jack of the Pony Express The latter had been interested in mines, but found the work too difficult with his failing health, so he had secured the pony express contract, which he had carried on now for several years. Jack of the Pony Express "I thought maybe it was the pony express goin' through, though, so I didn't pay no attention." Jack of the Pony Express Of course, the stage would wait for the pony express, but this meant a delay all along the rest of the route. Jack of the Pony Express Often days would pass without any one, save the pony express rider, going over the mountain. Jack of the Pony Express Unless the robbers had come back reinforced these must be members of a searching party looking for the pony express rider. Jack of the Pony Express Jack saw himself disgraced, and the pony express route ridden by some one else. Jack of the Pony Express "Which way was he going?" asked the pony express lad. Jack of the Pony Express "A secret mine?" questioned the young pony express rider. Jack of the Pony Express "That is I hope I did," interposed the pony express rider. Jack of the Pony Express For two weeks or more Jack rode the trail, back and forth, carrying the mail and the pony express matter. Jack of the Pony Express Mr. Bailey was a pony express rider, carrying the mail and small express packages between the settlements of Rainbow Ridge and Golden Crossing. Jack of the Pony Express A dusty messenger rode up on a tired and lather-covered horse, and called to Postmistress Jennie: "Is the pony express rider here?" Jack of the Pony Express So the pony express, as run by Mr. Bailey, was the only regular means of communication between Golden Crossing and Rainbow Ridge. Jack of the Pony Express |
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