| 单词 | rifle shot |
| 例句 | He had just brought some calico scallops ashore when we heard the rifle shot. The Cay 1969-01-01T00:00:00Z The forests were bridged by raised berms, as straight as a rifle shot and up to three miles long. 1491 2005-10-10T00:00:00Z Aureliano Triste was leaving the house with his mother at seven in the evening when a rifle shot came out of the darkness and perforated his forehead. One Hundred Years of Solitude 1967-05-30T00:00:00Z If they think of a kiss, they must then think immediately of the floodlights going on, the rifle shots. The Handmaid's Tale 1985-01-01T00:00:00Z Rising up from hiding, the two scouts each fired two rifle shots. In the Footsteps of Crazy Horse 2015-11-10T00:00:00Z A rifle shot, it had come from the helicopter. Lupita Mañana 1981-03-21T00:00:00Z “Beginning now,” says Judd, and I can tell he’s gettin’ a bit edgy that someone else might come through the field, wondering about those rifle shots, and see how he got a doe. Shiloh 1991-01-01T00:00:00Z We saw dead horses everywhere, and now and then heard rifle shots. Dragonwings 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z I flinched when the screen door banged shut behind them, loud as a rifle shot. October Sky 1999-04-01T00:00:00Z The rifle shots drowned out the splendor of the fireworks and the cries of terror drowned out the music and joy turned into panic. One Hundred Years of Solitude 1967-05-30T00:00:00Z In the hushed silence, it had been as loud as a rifle shot. October Sky 1999-04-01T00:00:00Z August 14, 1945: Japan surrendered, ending World War II. I didn’t get to the third one because at that moment I heard a rifle shot, followed by my mother hollering, “Jack!Jack!” Dead End in Norvelt 2011-09-13T00:00:00Z The dactyl lay dead; a rifle shot had taken half its head off. Dactyl Hill Squad 2018-09-11T00:00:00Z Those famous pictures of King’s associates, pointing toward the direction of the rifle shot? The Civil Rights Movement Photographer Who Was Also an F.B.I. Informant 2019-01-18T05:00:00Z The two will talk about everything from the unique credit sequence of a gong that ripples when it was struck to the special rifle shots that were recorded on location. TCM Classic Film Festival: Oscar winners discuss making of 'Gunga Din' 2015-03-27T04:00:00Z Kneeling down, you felt transported — you could almost hear rifle shots and Dietrich singing. At Home With Mark Hogancamp: In a Tiny Universe, Room to Heal 2011-04-06T23:25:26Z The show climaxed with Thompson taking a large elk with one rifle shot from about 50 yards. 3 Mont. tribal leaders indicted in singers' hunts 2013-01-09T04:01:05Z We awoke the next morning to a rifle shot. A Crash Course in Honeymoon Survival 2016-07-22T04:00:00Z A Cuban pygmy owl perches in a nearby shrub, its breathy calls competing with the muted cracks of rifle shots from a distant target range. An unlikely wildlife haven on controversial Guantanamo Bay 2017-07-10T04:00:00Z Often described in ballistic terms—a “rifle shot,” a “gunshot”—Bobby Gregg’s inaugural smack is indeed the shot heard ’round the world. The sadism, compassion and sheer liberated joy of “Like a Rolling Stone” 2017-06-17T04:00:00Z The Dallas-born entertainer strips down in Dealey Plaza in the city center, and falls to the ground with a jerk at the sound of a rifle shot, which was edited into the five-and-a-half minute video. Singer Badu causes stir with nude video at JFK site 2010-03-30T19:19:00Z She lay there for nearly four minutes, waiting to be taken into custody, when a young officer armed with a high-powered, semi-automatic rifle shot her six times from about 17 feet away. Family of woman killed by Redmond police appeals to new state agency for fresh investigation 2023-08-04T04:00:00Z Ashtin Gamblin was working the front door at Club Q in Colorado Springs on Nov. 19 when a person armed with a semiautomatic rifle shot and killed five people and injured 17 more, including Gamblin. The aftermath of mass shootings infiltrates every corner of survivors’ lives 2023-07-02T04:00:00Z SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Two dozen 19th century medals earned by brothers who were world-class rifle shots were returned Wednesday to the National Park Service site in Massachusetts from which they were stolen decades ago. Stolen 19th century marksmanship medals returned to National Park Service 2023-05-17T04:00:00Z At that height, the fruit hit the pavement with a smack that sounded like a rifle shot and and practically disintegrated on impact. Former F1 champs Raikkonen and Button race NASCAR at COTA 2023-03-25T04:00:00Z Murdaugh, 54, is standing trial in the deaths of his wife Maggie, 52, who was felled by four or five rifle shots, and their 22-year-old son Paul, killed by two shotgun blasts. Alex Murdaugh’s law partner talks crime scene problems, thefts 2023-02-23T05:00:00Z Murdaugh, 54, is standing trial in the murders of his wife Maggie, 52, who was killed by four or five rifle shots; and their 22-year-old son Paul, who died from two shotgun blasts. Alex Murdaugh partner talks crime scene problems and thefts 2023-02-22T05:00:00Z Protecting substations against a long range rifle shot is “extremely challenging, if not impossible,” he said. EXPLAINER: US power grid has long faced terror threat 2022-12-05T05:00:00Z Nov. 19: In Colorado Springs, a gunman with an AR-15 style rifle shot and killed five people and wounded 25 others inside Club Q, a gay bar and nightclub. Who missed Thanksgiving dinner this year? Everybody who got shot 2022-11-26T05:00:00Z This time, he could see flicks of fire as rifle shots exploded into the air. How the Colorado mass shooting unfolded — and ended — inside Club Q 2022-11-21T05:00:00Z The same year, a “severely disturbed” teenager tried to assassinate the monarch while she was on a visit to New Zealand but he missed with his rifle shot. Elizabeth, the queen who moved with a changing world 2022-09-08T04:00:00Z The sound of trucks revving their engines ricocheted against the concrete walls like rifle shots, and most of Houston’s homeless services were miles away. How Houston Moved 25,000 People From the Streets Into Homes of Their Own 2022-06-14T04:00:00Z “Those are the kinds of things that you put in place to protect, knowing that you may not be able to stop the rifle shot.” EXPLAINER: US power grid has long faced terror threat 2022-12-05T05:00:00Z Russia has flattened blocks of flats - with less provocation than a rifle shot - and much worse. Ukraine's prosecutors wrestle with a new role: war crimes investigators 2022-06-10T04:00:00Z In a matter of seconds — probably less than a minute, the city’s police chief said — the man with the rifle shot and killed five people. How the Colorado mass shooting unfolded — and ended — inside Club Q 2022-11-21T05:00:00Z “We are rifle shot rather than shot gun people.” James Biden — presidential brother, family helper, political wild card 2022-05-31T04:00:00Z As he spoke, a sniper rifle shot rang out from a Ukrainian position nearby. At the Edge of Kyiv, Ukrainians Show Off Their Counteroffensive 2022-03-26T04:00:00Z A volley of rifle shots signaled a final send-off. A funeral for Ukraine soldiers brings war to small town 2022-03-16T04:00:00Z “I’m almost thinking some city boy with a shiny new rifle shot it,” reckoned one clerk at Robin’s Roost, the only grocery store within at least 20 miles. Who’s killing the grizzly bears of Fremont County, Idaho? 2021-12-08T05:00:00Z Pogorelc opened the scoring Friday with 18.7 seconds left in the first period, launching a rifle shot that found the back of the net. Hockey Top 10: Churchill at No. 5 after shutting out Wootton in ‘measuring stick game’ 2021-12-07T05:00:00Z It sounded like a rifle shot in the night, and as soon as the ball left the bat there was no doubt that it was a game-winner. A Thrilling Wild-Card Win Sets Up a Division Series for the Ages 2021-10-07T04:00:00Z Another officer with a rifle shot them to death in their backs. Yemen’s Houthis execute 9 over senior official’s killing 2021-09-18T04:00:00Z “It’s a rifle shot you have to take.” The N.F.L.’s New Play: Embrace Betting Ads, Watch the Money Pour In 2021-09-15T04:00:00Z It didn’t help his reputation when he was accused of accidentally killing a German tourist with a rifle shot from his yacht off the coast of Corsica in 1978. Paris Teenager’s New Gig: Would-Be Queen of Italy. A Nation Shrugs. 2021-05-09T04:00:00Z But he hastened to add that he doesn’t plan on exchanging rifle shots with his children. Opinion | He’s a Famous Evangelical Preacher, but His Kids Wish He’d Pipe Down 2021-03-27T04:00:00Z The five-page document details what witnesses told investigators – that a gunman with what was described as an AR-15 rifle shot several people inside the grocery store and a parking lot. Boulder gunman's sister-in-law upset he was 'playing' with gun, took it away two days before rampage, cops say 2021-03-23T04:00:00Z She closed her eyes and braced for the kick in the ribs, or the rifle shot. On a Summer Night in Selma, an Eerie Carnival Comes to Town 2020-11-11T05:00:00Z There are many layers and qualifications that aren’t a part of a typical hunt, such as participants having to prove they can cluster three of five rifle shots in an 8-inch target at 200 yards. Teton goat shoot a physical challenge but success reported 2020-10-11T04:00:00Z Next, a skilled marksman fires a rifle shot through a local judge’s house from nearly a mile away. Review: `Long Range’ is filled with twists and red herrings 2020-03-03T05:00:00Z He fired three rifle shots at Rios-Soto, missing his target and striking Kinsey in the leg. Shot at by police. Now he’s being evicted from his home 2019-10-26T04:00:00Z Gunnarsson worked it around to the blue line, passed it to Oskar Sundqvist and then got it back for a rifle shot over Rask’s stick side into the corner of the net. Blues beat Bruins 3-2 in OT, tie Stanley Cup at game apiece 2019-05-29T04:00:00Z Guards used batons, pepper spray and fired a rifle shot to stop the attack. 6 California prison guards hurt in inmate attack 2019-04-12T04:00:00Z When the attackers ignored orders to stop, a tower guard fired a rifle shot, wounding one of them. The Latest: Guard shoots, wounds inmate at California prison 2019-02-07T05:00:00Z After the attackers ignored orders to stop, a tower guard fired a rifle shot, wounding one of them. Guard shoots, wounds inmate at California prison 2019-02-07T05:00:00Z Minutes later, a rifle shot rips through the din, and the Israeli-Palestinian drama has its newest tragic figure. A Day, a Life: When a Medic Was Killed in Gaza, Was It an Accident? 2018-12-30T05:00:00Z A single rifle shot crushed Scalise’s hip and did massive damage to his internal organs. Congressman shot at baseball practice talks about new book 2018-11-13T05:00:00Z A gunman with a rifle shot at several team members and Scalise was wounded seriously, almost losing his life. Recent editorials from Texas newspapers 2018-10-16T04:00:00Z A guard then fired a rifle shot that killed him. California guards kill 2nd inmate in 4 days during assaults 2018-08-31T04:00:00Z Then a guard fired one fatal rifle shot. Guard kills inmate during attack in Central Valley state prison 2018-08-29T04:00:00Z Guards fired two blunt impact projectiles but couldn’t stop the fight until a guard fired one fatal rifle shot. Guard kills California inmate assaulting another prisoner 2018-08-28T04:00:00Z A man evading arrest and wielding a rifle shot and wounded three police officers during a lengthy search and firefight in Kansas City, Mo., on Sunday afternoon. Suspect Killed and Three Officers Wounded in Kansas City Gunfight 2018-07-15T04:00:00Z A man armed with an assault rifle shot dead 26 people during Sunday prayers at a rural church last November. Teen gunman attacks Texas high school art class, kills 10 2018-05-19T04:00:00Z The Russells didn’t hear the rifle shots although Misty was near their home. Reward offered for information in miniature horse shooting 2018-04-08T04:00:00Z Selness was walking to the dining hall on Friday when he heard four rifle shots. Witness recounts harrowing entry of Yountville gunman as residents and townspeople mourn 2018-03-11T05:00:00Z Atlantic Richfield put together a hazing system to scare the birds away with booming noises and rifle shots. Montana mining companies work to avoid another geese die-off 2018-03-11T05:00:00Z A gunman with an AR-15-style rifle shot and killed 25 people at a rural church in tiny Sutherland Springs. Shootings aren’t big factor in nation’s first 2018 primary 2018-03-01T05:00:00Z When Hassan unexpectedly opened his eyes, an officer sitting on the bank walked casually forward and fired a single rifle shot into his chest. Myanmar army massacred dozens of Rohingya, survivors say 2017-12-21T05:00:00Z Yarborough had counted three rifle shots as the presidential limousine left downtown Dallas through a triple underpass. AP Was There: The Assassination of President Kennedy 2017-11-22T05:00:00Z The charges stem from an investigation launched by game wardens in January when a bald eagle wounded by a rifle shot was reported near Bend. Texas man indicted on 2 counts of killing bald eagles 2017-09-29T04:00:00Z The quiet camaraderie of Republican lawmakers practicing for a charity baseball game against their Democratic colleagues was shattered by rifle shots from one James Hodgkinson of Belleville, Illinois. Is left-wing terrorism making a comeback? 2017-06-18T04:00:00Z According to MedStar Washington Hospital Center, the rifle shot to the Louisiana congressman's left hip “traveled across his pelvis, fracturing bones, injuring internal organs, and causing severe bleeding.” Why a single gunshot to Steve Scalise’s hip can be a life-threatening injury 2017-06-15T04:00:00Z It sounded like a rifle shot. It stopped pin-high, 10 feet left. Life is always entertaining when you're 'the famous Kip Henley' - Golf Digest 2017-04-07T04:00:00Z He even mimicked the sound of a rifle shot as he pantomimed a firing squad executing the sergeant, who faces court-martial as soon as April. Bergdahl, Called ‘Dirty Rotten Traitor’ by Trump, Seeks End to Charges 2017-01-20T05:00:00Z You may see a graveside service underway in the distance, hear a bugle playing “Taps” or be startled by rifle shots, customary for military funerals. A visitors guide to Arlington Cemetery: honoring history 2016-11-01T04:00:00Z A state trooper stepped out the door of his station and was struck fatally by a .308-caliber rifle shot from the surrounding woods. Lying in wait: The killers cops fear most 2016-10-10T04:00:00Z Stunning involves destroying the seal’s brain sensory function through a club blow or rifle shot. Cape Fur Seal Trade Remains Shrouded in Secrecy The message spread from officers through the crowd as the wave of panic rose with the flurry of rifle shots. Blue Lives Matter: Dallas protesters embrace the force that took bullets for them 2016-07-11T04:00:00Z She said there was enough evidence to conclude Pte James was killed by a rifle shot from distance. Pte Cheryl James inquest: Coroner retires to consider verdict - BBC News 2016-04-22T04:00:00Z Off the tee, his throws are freaky flat — more rifle shot than moonbeam — and seem to defy physics as they cut through the air. Giving disc golf a spin, Paul McBeth has become the top-ranked player 2016-02-17T05:00:00Z Snipers perched on a hotel rooftop open fire - the crack of their rifle shot is terrifyingly close. Tears and destruction amid Turkey PKK crackdown - BBC News 2016-01-26T05:00:00Z Not a rifle shot, a wide net,” he said. What Top U.S. Investors Are Saying About China 2016-01-08T05:00:00Z By late in the day they were firing celebratory rifle shots in the air. Kurdish Forces Retake Iraqi City of Sinjar From Islamic State 2015-11-13T05:00:00Z The domestic violence suspect with a high-powered rifle shot off numerous rounds inside his complex near the San Diego International Airport, prompting the Federal Aviation Administration to halt planes from landing as a precaution. San Diego Gunman Surrenders to Police After 5 Hour Standoff 2015-11-04T05:00:00Z Agents believed they were being targeted by DiMaggio after he fired rifle shots as they closed in on the campsite. APNewsBreak: Kidnapping suspect’s sister files claim vs. FBI 2015-07-30T04:00:00Z He shot his fine round over the Old Course, driving the ball like a rifle shot and sinking two putts of 20 feet each. AP WAS THERE: 55 years ago, Alliss shoots 66 and sets record 2015-07-15T04:00:00Z D’Evelyn says the volunteer was hit in the pelvic area by three rifle shots - wounds not believed to be life-threatening. Sheriff: Volunteer may have been lured to shooting site 2015-07-10T04:00:00Z A sniper with a .50-caliber rifle shot twice at the vehicle’s engine and then a third time through the windshield, hitting the suspect, police said. Suspect killed by sniper in Dallas police attack 2015-06-13T04:00:00Z An autopsy showed that five to seven handgun shots and seven to 12 rifle shots hit Shipley. Grand jury: 7 Oregon officers justified in fatal shooting 2015-04-09T04:00:00Z To borrow military jargon, we don’t need rifle shot amendments. State Of The Taxing Union? Platitudes So General They Could Be Pitching Flat Tax 2015-01-20T05:00:00Z “I think the direct phraseology was, ‘We were hoping it would be more of a rifle shot. Expansive House G.O.P. Immigration Bill Undercuts the President 2015-01-09T05:00:00Z Two residents and the township’s zoning officer were fatally wounded when Newell fired dozens of rifle shots during the meeting in the rural Pocono Mountains community about 85 miles north of Philadelphia, according to police. Man who helped subdue gunman among Carnegie Heroes 2014-12-22T05:00:00Z Two residents and the township's zoning officer were fatally wounded when Newell fired dozens of rifle shots during the meeting in the rural Pocono Mountains community about 85 miles north of Philadelphia, according to police. Man who helped subdue gunman among Carnegie Heroes 2014-12-22T05:00:00Z “I call that a rifle shot, because they are targetted on specific, defined behaviors,” says James Heinzman, one of the industry’s top experts on regulatory compliance technology. Attention Insider Traders: These Wall Street Vets May Have The Tech To Nail You 2014-12-02T05:00:00Z Witnesses told the Wyoming Fish and Game Department they heard a rifle shot at about 6:45 p.m. Adult buck mule deer poached in Jeffrey City 2014-11-07T05:00:00Z "Empty rhetoric and rifle shot bills will not keep American companies and jobs in this country," said Camp, who has been a leading Republican proponent of corporate tax reform. Senators urge Burger King not to move to lower-tax Canada 2014-09-11T04:00:00Z Authorities say a teen gunman armed with a rifle shot and killed the 14-year-old student and injured a teacher before he likely killed himself at the high school east of Portland. Oregon governor joins teens at shooting vigil 2014-06-11T04:00:00Z The longest sentence of life in prison for premeditated murder went to 36-year-old Charles Lewis Sr., who authorities say fired the rifle shots that killed Shayla Johnson. 4 sentenced for 2010 kidnapping, killing of woman 2014-05-22T04:00:00Z Are the Cayman Islands The U.S. has cast its tax net far and wide, more a shotgun than a rifle shot. Cayman Islands Is The New Switzerland, But Not The Way You Think 2014-04-18T07:03:00Z "When he drove over the Xs, a tape recorder in the car played realistic rifle shot effects," Mike said. JFK and the rise of conspiracy theories 2013-11-08T17:17:22Z On Friday, a gunman armed with a semiautomatic rifle shot several people at Los Angeles International Airport, killing a Transportation Security Administration officer. LAX shooting victim Brian Ludmer, a high school teacher, is recovering 2013-11-04T22:09:59Z The man waited behind a bus stop and then fired at least 15 rifle shots at police officers before stealing a squad car, witnesses told the newspaper. Gunman wounds three officers, is shot dead in New Mexico 2013-10-27T03:56:43Z In a celebrated campaign ad, he aimed a rifle shot at a copy of the president’s 2009 cap-and-trade bill, which was designed to reduce carbon emissions, before Senate Republicans killed it. G.O.P. Sees Opportunity for Election Gains in Obama’s Climate Change Policy 2013-07-02T00:31:43Z The ball left the face of his spoon like a rifle shot. Double eagle: The golf term that makes no sense 2013-04-09T15:16:09Z "I'm of the view that from this point forward very high quality projects and stories will get financed, it won't be a strong momentum play, it will be a rifle shot game." PDAC-Mineral explorers brace for shakeout as capital vanishes 2013-03-06T23:48:27Z At 8:32 am, an unusually strong wind gusted, again, and again: the tent tumbled, and a sound like a trio of rifle shots sounded. The Cataclysm: "I Was Just Instantly Buried" 2013-01-24T14:45:07.027Z A few days later, air rifle shots were fired at a mosque in north suburban Morton Grove, Illinois. Death by brown skin 2012-12-31T14:24:00Z Executive blame should be a rifle shot, not a cluster bomb. Bureacracy has become the BBC's dieback disease 2012-11-13T20:30:01Z The solution is a reliable single rifle shot. Can Knowledge Be Collected? Lessons From The Health Sector 2012-10-01T15:59:41Z “It was a rifle shot at the mandate,” he said in an interview. For Attorneys General, Health Law Long Shot Brings Payoffs 2012-06-30T18:13:20Z "That sounded like a rifle shot," said Noel seriously. The Young Sharpshooter at Antietam 2012-04-19T02:00:29.860Z There’s a runner on third here, and Ankiel absolutely freezes him with a rifle shot that literally was closer to being a strike than some Henry Rodriguez pitches. Rick Ankiel?s strike from center field 2012-04-17T13:02:28Z About midnight there came suddenly a succession of rifle shots near at hand, and in a few minutes a thunder and roar of water beyond anything that they had heard. The Columbia River Its History, Its Myths, Its Scenery, Its Commerce 2012-04-07T02:00:31.747Z Houses in the town caught the bullets, the low rises to the east of the position threw back the echo of the rifle shots. The Siege of Mafeking (1900) 2012-04-04T02:01:01.773Z Soldiers from the South returned fire with three rifle shots. IHT Rendezvous: Obama Checks Out the Militarized Zone 2012-03-25T07:54:27Z As the rafts approached, they were assailed with showers of arrows from both sides, mingled with rifle shots from the right bank. Settlers and Scouts 2012-03-17T02:01:06.297Z The rifle shots had ceased; there was a confused shouting from the troops; and through it he heard again the hum of the aeroplane. A Hero of Li?ge 2012-03-16T02:00:21.347Z The rifle shots had ceased by this time, but they had been superseded by fierce Indian yells and a chorus of shrieks and cries from struggling men. Woven with the Ship A Novel of 1865 2012-03-12T03:00:26.883Z For the moment the Boers were surprised at the manner and method of our onslaught, and beyond a few desultory rifle shots our guns fired some few rounds before any shells came back in answer. The Siege of Mafeking (1900) 2012-04-04T02:01:01.773Z It was quiet then all along the short trench line with the exception of an occasional rifle shot. The A.E.F. With General Pershing and the American Forces 2012-03-09T03:00:18.240Z Not a man had been killed; but several were suffering from spear wounds, and still more from rifle shots. Settlers and Scouts 2012-03-17T02:01:06.297Z Yells and rifle shots aroused the lethargic garrison, some from sleep within their huts, some from drowsy lolling in shady quarters by the stockade. Samba A Story of the Rubber Slaves of the Congo 2012-03-07T03:00:16.567Z Many rifle shots have indiarubber tubes for this purpose, and blow down the barrel through them from the breech end. Ladies in the Field: Sketches of Sport 2012-03-03T03:00:17.540Z They were used to curves and rifle shots. Bert Wilson's Fadeaway Ball 2012-03-02T03:00:09.747Z It was dark when they reached the beach, and Desmond gasped with relief when the roar of the Palestrina's whistle rang through the thunder of the surf in answer to a rifle shot. Long Odds 2012-03-02T03:00:08.670Z He kept on at his furious pace until he was within rifle shot. The Aventures of Buffalo Bill 2012-02-13T03:00:13.357Z To this volley the Agha replied by a rifle shot which passed close over their heads, but again they reloaded rapidly. Journeys in Persia and Kurdistan, Volume II (of 2) Including a Summer in the Upper Karun Region and a Visit to the Nestorian Rayahs 2012-02-12T03:00:11.843Z The 2011 cases include just one actual series of attacks, which caused no injuries, involving rifle shots fired late at night at military buildings in Northern Virginia. Radical Muslim Americans Pose Little Threat, Study Says 2012-02-08T01:53:36Z They had scarcely settled down in their seats however, when Tom cracked out a sharp single that went like a rifle shot between second and short. Bert Wilson's Fadeaway Ball 2012-03-02T03:00:09.747Z Davenport swung on the first ball pitched, met it fair and square, with a crack that sounded like a rifle shot, and lifted it, as if on wings, clear over the left field fence. Dick Randall The Young Athlete 2012-01-04T03:00:45.467Z At last, about ten o’clock, we began to hear in the distance the loud and sharp reports of the big bull-whips, which were handled with great dexterity by the teamsters, and cracked like rifle shots. The Aventures of Buffalo Bill 2012-02-13T03:00:13.357Z The Rambler was dropped down to the bay with the launch still by her side, and, once out of rifle shot, the boys enjoyed the freedom of the deck. The River Motor Boat Boys on the St. Lawrence The Lost Channel 2012-01-02T03:00:21.167Z In addition, she is one of the best rifle shots in the Transvaal and can beat any one of her sex when it comes to a race on foot. Adventures in Swaziland The Story of a South African Boer 2012-01-01T03:00:06.887Z He accomplished the distance to the rat-a-tat-tat of rifle shots, for Hurley and his comrade had found a mark to aim at. A Boy of the Dominion A Tale of Canadian Immigration 2011-12-05T03:00:47.097Z When the Indians were within rifle shot, the scouts opened upon them with a fusilade of bullets, with deadly effect. The Indians' Last Fight Or The Dull Knife Raid 2011-11-06T02:00:13.167Z Then on the instant, as they crouched there, expecting every moment to see the fight end with the death of the dog, a rifle shot rang out and the panther rolled over dead. The Aventures of Buffalo Bill 2012-02-13T03:00:13.357Z Filled with anxiety, they listened intently for the sound of a rifle shot. The Nameless Island A Story of some Modern Robinson Crusoes 2011-10-08T02:00:20.880Z Well—you don’t attack with one rifle shot—nor beat off an attack with none. Cupid in Africa 2011-09-28T02:00:21.467Z Mills certainly had not fired at anything—they could have heard a rifle shot for ten miles in that deadly still Arctic hush. Boy Scouts in Glacier Park The Adventures of Two Young Easterners in the Heart of the High Rockies 2011-09-22T02:00:22.487Z Dull Knife’s reply to this was a rifle shot that killed an Indian scout belonging to the cavalry. The Indians' Last Fight Or The Dull Knife Raid 2011-11-06T02:00:13.167Z The opposing force seemed to get tired out, and a lull ensued, during which one would scarcely hear a stray rifle shot. In the Russian Ranks A Soldier's Account of the Fighting in Poland 2011-09-11T02:00:08.747Z Brendan Ryan went deep in the hole at shortstop to snag a Trumbo grounder in the second inning, then twisted and fired a rifle shot to first base to nab the runner. Angels make M's, Furbush pay in eighth inning 2011-09-08T04:44:14Z At the very first rifle shot, one of their number bit the dust; but, strange to say, the others fled not. In the Land of the Great Snow Bear A Tale of Love and Heroism 2011-08-31T02:01:29.827Z As he was returning he saw a nice moose step out of cover within ridiculously easy rifle shot of the sportsman. Habits, Haunts and Anecdotes of the Moose and Illustrations from Life 2011-08-23T02:00:29Z When we at last led our horses out of camp, S—— accompanied us with a few of his friends, while a final farewell was given us by a salvo of rifle shots. The Backwoodsman or, Life on the Indian Frontier 2011-08-17T02:00:27.330Z I expected every moment to hear the report of rifle shots, and visions of imprisonment arose in my mind. Through Shot and Flame The Adventures and Experiences of J. D. Kestell Chaplain to President Steyn and General Christian De Wet 2011-08-16T02:00:45.283Z Had the 7-inch rifle shot exploded which entered the vessel at the starboard quarter, raising the deck by its concussion several inches and lodging in the rudder-post, the action might have lasted some time longer. An Englishman's View of the Battle between the Alabama and the Kearsarge An Account of the Naval Engagement in the British Channel, on Sunday June 19th, 1864 2011-08-08T02:00:19.967Z By his apotheosis the Northern people made his rifle shot at Harper’s Ferry the skirmish firing of the impending war, to be answered by our manly cannon at Charleston in 1861. The Women of the Confederacy 2011-08-05T02:00:53.333Z The crackle of rifle shots sprang from the windows of houses. A Tatter of Scarlet Adventurous Episodes of the Commune in the Midi 1871 2011-08-04T02:00:19.957Z The rest sheered off, and rode out of rifle shot, and then formed again for another charge. Pawnee Hero Stories and Folk-Tales With notes on the origin, customs and character of the Pawnee people 2011-08-02T02:00:20.603Z It seemed to be about three rifle shots away. What and Where is God? A Human Answer to the Deep Religious Cry of the Modern Soul 2011-07-03T02:00:08.347Z Mexico did not waste its momentum in the second half, scoring five minutes in on a rifle shot from the right side by Barrera past a diving Howard. Mexcio 4, U.S. 2: In an Early 2-0 Hole, Mexico Storms Back to Win the Gold Cup 2011-06-26T04:39:14Z A rifle shot sounded from the camp of the Pony Rider Boys. The Pony Rider Boys in the Alkali or, Finding a Key to the Desert Maze 2011-06-15T02:00:19.437Z The rifle shot had not, however, permanently injured him. Ruth Fielding In the Saddle College Girls in the Land of Gold 2011-06-14T02:00:22.083Z We kept a respectful distance, and fortunately were able to increase it, but not till we were beyond rifle shot did we dare to pause for rest. Fifty Years In The Northwest With An Introduction And Appendix Containing Reminiscences, Incidents And Notes 2011-06-13T02:00:27.317Z Of course Ned and Frank might have fired on the escaping men in the boat ahead of them, as they were within rifle shot, but neither of the boys dreamed of shooting at the rascals. Two Boys of the Battleship or For the Honor of Uncle Sam 2011-06-07T02:00:13.313Z Then followed a brisk outbreak of rifle shots. The Radio Boys Rescue the Lost Alaska Expedition 2011-06-06T02:00:10.330Z “Apps right now are like a rifle shot, but eventually they will be part of larger empires, with characters and merchandising for popular entertainments,” or services given away as part of an overall business. The End Of The Apps Market As We Know It? 2011-05-23T20:08:21Z A few rifle shots crackled out here and there, but our men had thrown themselves to the ground after their first rush before the enemy seemed to wake up. The Invasion 2011-05-20T02:00:29.260Z The bow of the pinnace was stove in, and she pitched forward into the water like an angry bull brought to his knees by a rifle shot. Yankee Ships and Yankee Sailors: Tales of 1812 2011-05-19T02:00:07.643Z The light grew broader; the herd, just out of safe rifle shot, began milling restlessly. The Snow-Burner 2011-05-17T02:00:21.527Z Would it not be folly to weaken their force by leaving three young huskies, each of whom, moreover, was a fine rifle shot, behind? The Radio Boys Rescue the Lost Alaska Expedition 2011-06-06T02:00:10.330Z I reckon that a rifle shot from the top of the hill knocked that there pistol from Stayford's hand. The Cave by the Beech Fork A Story of Kentucky?1815 2011-05-07T02:00:28.747Z "The United States is so wedded to the multinational processes of the WTO, which take forever and provide only rifle shot results," he said. Special report: Does corporate America kowtow to China? 2011-04-27T05:33:53Z Then there was another rifle shot, and a little spurt of dust leapt up from the road. The Dust of Conflict 2011-04-14T02:01:04.343Z She is a good rifle shot, and brought with her the antlers of a moose which she had shot. All about the Klondyke gold mines 2011-04-13T02:00:12.887Z But the rifle shot was real, and Black Jake was by to confirm my account of it: so that my friend was at length induced to take a serious view of the matter. Osceola the Seminole The Red Fawn of the Flower Land 2011-03-22T02:00:20.123Z The fire was furious, and every musket and rifle shot, every thunderous roar of the rapidly served cannon, was repeated in multitudinous echoes by the hills. Vermont A Study of Independence 2011-03-17T02:00:13.130Z The reply was a rifle shot, which was immediately followed by a second, and Mr. Carson fell dead across the door step. The Nation's Peril Twelve Years' Experience in the South 2011-03-17T02:00:12.580Z He hoped the man would see nothing, for the last thing the Sin Verguenza desired was to chance a rifle shot just then. The Dust of Conflict 2011-04-14T02:01:04.343Z They halted in the bush out of rifle shot distance, and Dr Tom attended to the wounded man. Settling Day 2011-03-08T03:00:36.623Z The day grew lighter slowly and from far off came an occasional rifle shot or volley of shots as hunters began to encounter deer. The Black Fawn 2011-03-07T03:00:09.513Z When he was within rifle shot, he raised cautiously above the swamp grass—to see the sycamore empty. Swamp Cat 2011-03-06T03:00:20.453Z Hayston was a splendid rifle shot, and for quick loading and firing had few equals. A Modern Buccaneer 2011-03-02T03:00:23.990Z The attacks were made with bayonet and bomb only; hardly a rifle shot was fired. The Childrens' Story of the War, Volume 3 (of 10) 2011-02-26T03:00:45.583Z The distance was far; Bruce was not a practiced rifle shot, and it bordered on the miraculous that his lead went anywhere near the bear's body. The Strength of the Pines 2011-02-25T03:01:03.770Z Twice Gramps had been within rifle shot, by which the old man concluded that the black buck was not as cunning as Old Yellowfoot. The Black Fawn 2011-03-07T03:00:09.513Z The Factor was useless as a rifle shot, so they were very short-handed. Menotah A Tale of the Riel Rebellion 2011-02-14T03:00:35.553Z Steve and Sol Jones were coming, and the sound of the rifle shot had alarmed them. The Courier of the Ozarks 2011-02-09T03:00:43.267Z Now, Storm was the best rifle shot on Bullion Flat. The Galaxy Vol. XXIII?March, 1877.?No. 3 2011-01-31T03:00:16.193Z She did not expect for herself a rifle shot from ambush—for the simple reason that Simon had bidden otherwise—and Bruce might be attacked at any moment. The Strength of the Pines 2011-02-25T03:01:03.770Z Even as a soldier, however, Mr. Lee did not pose for pictures beside his gun —“I was never into rifle shots” — but instead turned his camera on Iraqis. The Bay Citizen: Trading a Gun Scope for a Wide-Angle Lens 2011-01-28T03:42:37Z The darkness came up, night gathered round, and still Riel talked with the young Canadian, who was, on his own confession, the finest rifle shot in the Dominion, perhaps in the world at that time. Menotah A Tale of the Riel Rebellion 2011-02-14T03:00:35.553Z About five o'clock the next morning the camp was alarmed by rifle shots, and it soon became evident that an attack was being made upon the town: so the garrison all stood to arms. Two Years on Trek Being Some Account of the Royal Sussex Regiment in South Africa 2011-01-26T03:00:28.560Z The regiment advanced, encountering no resistance, as it approached Brumoy, except a few rifle shots. The Woman of Mystery 2011-01-15T03:00:36.260Z Someway, it seemed to be getting too much pleasure out of life for him to blast it with a rifle shot. The Strength of the Pines 2011-02-25T03:01:03.770Z A battery was placed in position at Hart's plantation, and its rifle shot and shells interrupted the tide of travel on the Catharpen road. The Boys of '61 or, Four Years of Fighting, Personal Observations with the Army and Navy 2011-01-05T03:00:55.123Z Far up the valley, hopelessly out of rifle shot, the wagon's canvas top was sharply white in the lightening morning. The Lost Wagon 2010-12-20T17:12:36.807Z Insurgents are now 300 yards — a rifle shot away — from the presidential palace. Presidential Guards in Somalia Defect to Insurgents 2010-07-22T15:20:00Z The kid is laying in a bed with a sniper rifle shot in his arm. 4 NFL coaches visit troops in Afghanistan 2010-07-05T20:48:00Z Judging by the smoke clouds at the Rama 4 area south of our apartment and the ongoing explosions and rifle shots, the army doesn't seem to have made any progress over the past three days. Growing threat 2010-05-16T10:39:00Z Then he sat down in a chair and killed himself with a single rifle shot to the chest. 2010-02-04T07:52:00Z Then, as had happened before that afternoon, the stillness broke to a rifle shot—this time clean and sharp, unclogged by echoes. The Law of Hemlock Mountain It was a rifle shot, and died instantly on the still air. The Sentimental Adventures of Jimmy Bulstrode He was interrupted by rifle shots in the distance. On the Kentucky Frontier A Story of the Fighting Pioneers of the West Some men are born rifle shots; and on others it is quite impossible to thrust any skill whatever. The Voice of the Pack A rifle shot, followed by a wild yell, broke the peaceful stillness of the mountain air. The Nightrider's Feud Once he thought he heard a rifle shot, but he wasn't sure of that, either. The Year When Stardust Fell The sound of rifle shots close at hand awoke him. The Day of Wrath A Story of 1914 We had got about half the casks filled when we heard a rifle shot on board a ship, followed directly by the yells of the black divils. Maori and Settler A Story of The New Zealand War Terrified though he was by the rifle shot, still Whisperfoot sprang. The Voice of the Pack A rifle shot rang out over the mountain stillness, the knife dropped to the ground, the band that had held it fell limp to one side. The Nightrider's Feud From the left, clean and sharp came the vibrant crash of a rifle shot. The Land of Strong Men They would not surrender, and had to be killed by rifle shots fired at a distance of a few feet. The Unveiling of Lhasa The rifle shot was speedily followed by others, and then came the deeper report of the Maori muskets. Maori and Settler A Story of The New Zealand War But it is true that Woof had learned to recognize a rifle shot, and he feared it worse than anything on earth. The Voice of the Pack Looking in the direction of Judson's, he saw a streak of light made from the flash of a rifle shot, followed by a faint report, which meant a bullet to where he knew not. The Nightrider's Feud Now and again we heard a rifle shot—at times quite a distance away; then again, quite close. The Black Watch A Record in Action A crackling volley of rifle shots rang out, bullets whined through the air and flattened themselves upon the boulders and the troop swerved sharply to one side. Tahara Among African Tribes Harper, of the 7th Royal Munster Fusiliers, who, while advancing with his company on August 9th, fell from a rifle shot fired from the rear. The Irish at the Front She was aware of its curious, utter collapse actually before the sound of the rifle shot that occasioned it had penetrated her consciousness. The Voice of the Pack "It sounded like two rifle shots close together," I answered. The Frontier Boys in the Grand Canyon A Search for Treasure Then he saw that it was a wolf, and hastened its movements with a rifle shot. Harper's Round Table, June 4, 1895 Fort Clinton had subsequently been erected within rifle shot of Fort Montgomery to occupy ground which commanded it. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools Then came rifle shots in the distance, and with his glasses, which had fortunately not been taken from him, Jack made out men in khaki marching across the veldt some miles away. With Rifle and Bayonet A Story of the Boer War Their rifle shots broke the silence in that spot, and brought an answering shower of slugs from the enemy. With Wolseley to Kumasi A Tale of the First Ashanti War “You are a dead rifle shot,” replied the captain, speaking slowly and deliberately, “are you not?” The Ruined Cities of Zululand Two rifle shots rang out from the deck of the ship, and one tore deep into the black carcass. The Frontier Boys in the Sierras Or, The Lost Mine But here the pitcher whirled again—was that a rifle shot? The Scrap Book, Volume 1, No. 6 August 1906 After that there was no more to be said, for I realised that one must necessarily be a rifle shot before you could get home at nights. Japan A Record in Colour Early that night there came a sudden alarm, followed by two rifle shots in quick succession. Boys of The Fort Or, A Young Captain's Pluck Slightly back of his present position and a good rifle shot in to the swamp he noted a small mound crowned by a clump of young birches. The Boy Scouts in A Trapper's Camp Subsequent examination revealed that he had also been wounded by the Mexican's rifle shot. The Song of the Wolf Father taught me, and he is considered the best rifle shot in the Panhandle.” Frances of the Ranges The Old Ranchman's Treasure The flames, fanned by the wind, were sending up huge forked tongues into the night, while anon a rifle shot or a shout would wing its way across the snow. The Frontiersman A Tale of the Yukon The rifle shot had filled it with wonder, and it did not know what to do next. Boys of The Fort Or, A Young Captain's Pluck At times they sat in silence wondering if they might hear distant rifle shots. The Boy Scouts in A Trapper's Camp Meanwhile the captain and two experienced men rode slowly forward, stopping while still within rifle shot of their friends. Bring Me His Ears Only, in Frances’ case, she had been brought up among men who carried guns habitually, and the sound of a rifle shot did not startle her as it did the young man. Frances of the Ranges The Old Ranchman's Treasure Each time, a rifle shot puffed from the mill and an Indian leaped into the air to fall back dead. Through Our Unknown Southwest Creeping cautiously among the trees, the settlers came within rifle shot of the spot, and as they peered keenly about them no one at first was able to discover the presence of the young Indian. Scouting with Daniel Boone They scattered noisily, bringing a rifle shot in reply. The Scarlet Lake Mystery They held up their hands when within rifle shot and stopped. Bring Me His Ears Increasing in volume, it shaped itself into an approaching medley of shouts, hoof-beats, scattering rifle shots, a fierce sentry challenge, a reply,—then a steed halted on the stone flags of the courtyard. Trusia A Princess of Krovitch The horses came on at a swift gallop, to an accompaniment of rifle shots and the jingling of spurs. Boy Scouts on the Great Divide or, The Ending of the Trail "Peleg," whispered Israel, "what do you think will be done to the girls if the Indians see us before we get within rifle shot?" Scouting with Daniel Boone He not only became a prize scholar and oarsman, but won walking races; he joined the Volunteers and became a crack rifle shot, and went in for debating. The Crow's Nest "I'd take my oath I heard rifle shots—a little bust o' 'em," replied Hank. Bring Me His Ears "I must give 'em my compliments," suddenly exclaimed the latter, when they were within rifle shot of each other. Through Apache Lands Out of that tree soon came rifle shots and our men were beginning to show wounds. Personal Recollections of the War of 1861 As Private, Sergeant and Lieutenant in the Sixty-First Regiment, New York Volunteer Infantry I suppose they'll be replying soon with a few rifle shots. The Angel of the Revolution A Tale of the Coming Terror As they did so a long volley of rifle shots came from a distance, followed by another and then another. The Campaign of the Jungle or, Under Lawton through Luzon No rifle shot was heard; no skulking foe, suddenly detected, was caught trying to escape;—though many a wind-shaken bush, doubtless, was taken for a dodging rebel, and many a stump threateningly ordered to halt! Our campaign around Gettysburg Being a memorial of what was endured, suffered and accomplished by the Twenty-third regiment (N. Y. S. N. G.) and other regiments associated with them, in their Pennsylvania and Maryland campaign, during the second rebel invasion of the loyal states in June-July, 1863 At this point, with the detachment about to move, a volley of rifle shots sounded from the stockade—another—and another. The Plow-Woman So close was the fighting, that musket muzzle met musket muzzle, in the port-holes; pistol shot replied to rifle shot; and bullets from the Red Sticks were melted upon the bayonets of the soldiers. Boys' Book of Indian Warriors and Heroic Indian Women They pursued him amidst the trees—all vanished—two rifle shots spoke; the Indians came back waving a scalp, which they thrust into Simon's face as promise that his own should soon join it. Boys' Book of Frontier Fighters Defending a Frontier Fort against the British and Indians During the night the Americans threw up an intrenchment within rifle shot of the fort, and at daybreak opened a hot fire into the portholes. Hero Stories from American History For Elementary Schools If he pursued this course for many rods he would be within rifle shot. With Ethan Allen at Ticonderoga From the rear of the Germans came several rifle shots in quick succession, and two more of the enemy bit the dust. The Boy Allies with the Cossacks Or, A Wild Dash over the Carpathians There burst a distant rifle shot; it was instantly followed by a crackling volley, as from half a thousand rifles—and an answering heavier volley from the muskets of the militia. Boys' Book of Indian Warriors and Heroic Indian Women Suddenly, from somewhere out on the frozen Severn, there came faint yells, followed by the staccato of revolver and rifle shots. The Wilderness Trail But just the same, the five mile gallop had carried both horse and rider beyond range of any but the most expert rifle shot. Astounding Stories of Super-Science, December 1930 The turkeys were picked off the tall trees, as they roosted after night, by rifle shots, and no game I ever fed on can exceed the rich flavor of a well-roasted, fat wild turkey. The Humors of Falconbridge A Collection of Humorous and Every Day Scenes Somewhere, at ground level, there is a bang, a flash, as the red star of a rifle shot bursts into the surrounding blackness. Letters from my Windmill There was a shout from a distance, followed almost instantly by a rifle shot. Dave Porter and His Double Or, The Disapperarance of the Basswood Fortune Glenn in reply to the distant signal directed that a few rockets, one after the other, be sent up; and afterwards that the salvo of rifle shots be continued. In Desert and Wilderness This was a comparatively easy matter, or would have been, but for the memory of that single rifle shot heard but a short time before reaching this spot. The Wilderness Fugitives Far away, well beyond rifle shot, two loaded canoes appeared, skimming the surface of the river. Beyond the Frontier A Romance of Early Days in the Middle West Suddenly a dozen rifle shots, in quick succession, rang out in the air and the cards fell from our nerveless fingers as a stray ball rattled against the iron shutters of our windows. Liége on the Line of March An American Girl's Experiences When the Germans Came Through Belgium Then two more rifle shots rang out sharply through the midnight air. Dave Porter and His Double Or, The Disapperarance of the Basswood Fortune Soon the rifle shots could not only be heard but seen. In Desert and Wilderness At first the governor refused, but a series of well placed rifle shots took the fight out of the defenders. The Road to Independence: Virginia 1763-1783 He had served as the target of many a whizzing arrow and stealthy rifle shot, but thus far had emerged with only a few insignificant hurts. A Waif of the Mountains Then like the sudden voice of Nemesis, protesting against such treachery, a rifle shot rang out from the towering crags that overshadowed the river and Jasper Swope fell forward, dead. Hidden Water I just heard a number of yells and several rifle shots.” Dave Porter and His Double Or, The Disapperarance of the Basswood Fortune "Bang! bang!" went a couple of rifle shots; but the fugitive escaped untouched, and disappeared behind the brow of an adjacent knoll. Soldiers of the Queen Cunningly he watched for a moment when it was well within rifle shot, and drawing his rifle from the toboggan he dropped upon a knee, aimed carefully, and pulled the trigger. The Gaunt Gray Wolf A Tale of Adventure With Ungava Bob I got out a rifle and went toward him, stooping or going on my hands and knees through the wet grass, till within good rifle shot. A Gold Hunter's Experience A succession of rifle shots, like the popping of wet logs over a fire, came dully to their ears, muffled by the bleating of sheep and the echoing of the cliffs. Hidden Water But more of them were coming, drawn by the rifle shots, pouring in from side streets, stores and houses. Small World It was different, though, when somebody––we think it was his thieving guide––took several rifle shots at him. Out of the Depths A Romance of Reclamation Mr. Howell, hearing the shouting of the boys, had run out of the camp, and with a well-directed rifle shot had laid low the reptile. The Boy Settlers A Story of Early Times in Kansas At the end of two hours, a rifle shot spat through the dark branches by the roadside. The Web of the Golden Spider My wife and I both lack the philosophical nature of the Oriental, and it was a sore trial to camp within rifle shot of Urga. Across Mongolian Plains A Naturalist's Account of China's 'Great Northwest' He heard the crack of rifle shots a long way off. Shaman Yorktown evacuated!—under the nose of an army of 160,000 men, and within the distance of a rifle shot!—evacuated quietly, of course, during several days. Diary from March 4, 1861, to November 12, 1862 And at the second net we were greeted by rifle shots till we desisted and went on to the third, where the manœuvre was again repeated. Tales of the Fish Patrol Then there was a metallic clash, for the second rifle shot from the land had scored a fair bull’s-eye among the clustered aerial wires. The Motor Boat Club and The Wireless Or, the Dot, Dash and Dare Cruise Although not actually upon sacred soil we were in close proximity to the Bogdo-ol and a rifle shot might have brought a horde of fanatical priests upon our heads. Across Mongolian Plains A Naturalist's Account of China's 'Great Northwest' "I don't want to use up all our rifle shot, but seems to me there's room inside this thing for a lot more." Shaman Cavalry soldiers must of course learn to be expert rifle shots, but the attainment of this desirable object will be brought no nearer by ignoring the horse, the sword, or the lance. Cavalry in Future Wars Before Burroughs could close with the trooper there came three rifle shots. A Man of Two Countries It was late in the night when Private Overton was awakened by the sound of a rifle shot. Uncle Sam's Boys in the Ranks or, Two Recruits in the United States Army Suddenly a volley tore the air; the night was so calm that the rifle shots sounded clear and sharp. An Eagle Flight A Filipino Novel Adapted from Noli Me Tangere From the fort, came an answering volley of ten rifle shots. The Boy Chums in the Forest or Hunting for Plume Birds in the Florida Everglades A tremendous crash of rifle shots seemed to split the jungle as the Kansas troops charged into it. Winning the Wilderness The sound of a rifle shot had drifted across the ridge to him. Brand Blotters “I may have been mistaken, but it was quite like a rifle shot.” The Cattle-Baron's Daughter Some minutes later voices were heard in a street of the pueblo, and two rifle shots rang out; but it raised no alarm, and all again became silent. An Eagle Flight A Filipino Novel Adapted from Noli Me Tangere "What's that?" exclaimed Walter suddenly, as distant rifle shots echoed in the air, were repeated irregularly and finally ceased. The Boy Chums in the Forest or Hunting for Plume Birds in the Florida Everglades But their shout, the two rifle shots, and the sudden lull in the firing of the 77 mm. had not been lost upon those above. With Haig on the Somme Hastily dismounting, they tied their horses and concealed themselves within close rifle shot of the canoe. Heroes and Hunters of the West Comprising Sketches and Adventures of Boone, Kenton, Brady, Logan, Whetzel, Fleehart, Hughes, Johnson, &c. "Bang, bang," rang out a volley of rifle shots, fired from the willows along the river, less than a hundred yards away. Crossing the Plains, Days of '57 A Narrative of Early Emigrant Travel to California by the Ox-team Method More of the scaly things have come toward the camp, but a few rifle shots send them away. The Dope on Mars On the light dry parts of the higher Montañas we find the large conical dwellings of the termes so firmly built, that they are impenetrable even to rifle shot. Travels in Peru, on the Coast, in the Sierra, Across the Cordilleras and the Andes, into the Primeval Forests Wilmshurst had taken only half a dozen steps when a rifle shot rang out. Wilmshurst of the Frontier Force Two rifle shots, so close together as to be almost one, shattered the tense silence as the savages held their breath to enjoy every symptom of the excruciating agony. A Virginia Scout I soon became the crack rifle shot in the country. Black Beaver The Trapper The "Restless" swept by a volley of rifle shots. Uncle Sam's Boys as Lieutenants or, Serving Old Glory as Line Officers Now, those men were all fine rifle shots, and they’d go against anything, though along here there wasn’t many grizzlies, and all of them shy, not bold like the buffalo grizzlies at the Falls. The Young Alaskans on the Missouri A deafening report sounded close to Wilmshurst's ear; he felt the blast of a rifle shot on his cheek, but he had the satisfaction of seeing the Askari topple forward and bite the dust. Wilmshurst of the Frontier Force Sure enough, the camp was awakened at an early hour the next day by a couple of rifle shots, and an excited commotion among the Indians. The Boy Scouts on the Yukon He heard a rifle shot but paid little attention 79 to it, and saw nothing of any prowler, though he came up in the direction from which the mysterious attack was made. Far Past the Frontier Interest of situation intensified by circumstance that the rifle shots fired by the O'Connell Bridge, Dublin, did more than kill three citizens and wound thirty-two others. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 147, August 5th, 1914 A cry is repeated quite a dozen times, and a rifle shot awakens quite a salvo of artillery. From Paris to New York by Land Three or four minutes passed, and there was the report of a rifle shot from the southern bank, followed an instant later by another. The Riflemen of the Ohio A Story of the Early Days along "The Beautiful River" Another volley of rifle shots drowned her voice. The Mission of Janice Day The ensuing period of quiet was longer than the last; but when again rifle shots crashed out, they were so near that the watchers on the hummock could see and count the flashes. Gold Out of Celebes As the words left my lips we were joined by the women folk, who, awakened by the rifle shots, came in a body to where we stood, clamouring to know what was the matter. The First Mate The Story of a Strange Cruise An oath cracked in the darkness like a rifle shot. Desert Conquest or, Precious Waters A rifle shot from some point deeper in the forest was fired at him, but the bullet only whistled by his ear and passed on to be lost in the marsh. The Riflemen of the Ohio A Story of the Early Days along "The Beautiful River" Then came a cry and several rifle shots, followed by the clatter of arms and the quick, staccato orders of the officers calling the men to "fall in." The Mission of Janice Day The explosions of the engine, muffled though they were, seemed like rifle shots to ears newly accustomed to the silences of the night. The Secret Witness He went to the parapet and looked over, half wondering, perhaps, whether he would receive a rifle shot through the head. Barbarians "It wasn't much louder than the dropping of an acorn, but it was a rifle shot." The Keepers of the Trail A Story of the Great Woods As he disappeared on the inside, a rifle shot was fired from some point behind, and a bullet whistled where he had been. The Riflemen of the Ohio A Story of the Early Days along "The Beautiful River" Suddenly the uproar increased—then more rifle shots in the distance. The Mission of Janice Day They returned to the long low shack, and were in search of a window from which the boards might be removed, when suddenly Garry said: "Listen, do you hear the sound of rifle shots?" The Ranger Boys and the Border Smugglers Then, as the dusk of early dawn grew greyer, the first rifle shots rattled out in the west. Barbarians He knew that the nearest of the warriors was at least four or five hundred yards away, and that none could come within rifle shot without his knowledge. The Keepers of the Trail A Story of the Great Woods His single glance showed that they were men of resolution, not awed either by his dramatic appearance or the rifle shot fired with such evident hostile intent. The Riflemen of the Ohio A Story of the Early Days along "The Beautiful River" Before the doughty little commander could make reply the rattle of rifle shots increased. The Mission of Janice Day Away to the left, where the artillery have been busy all day, the shelling slackens as the light fades, and the rifle shots grow more and more frequent. Mud and Khaki Sketches from Flanders and France We had been here about ten minutes last night when a rifle shot went off behind some bushes beside us, followed by howls from some one in agony. The Incomparable 29th and the "River Clyde" All the warriors had heard the rifle shots and they knew now just about where the fugitives were. The Keepers of the Trail A Story of the Great Woods The sound of a rifle shot from the right bank rose above the sweep of the wind and the rain, and then from the left bank came a similar report. The Riflemen of the Ohio A Story of the Early Days along "The Beautiful River" No heed being taken of signals to keep further away, the sentry on duty was instructed to fire a rifle shot across the bow of the small craft. The 28th: A Record of War Service in the Australian Imperial Force, 1915-19, Vol. I Egypt, Gallipoli, Lemnos Island, Sinai Peninsula It would have been easy to clip off its head with a rifle shot from where he stood, but he scorned to waste powder and ball upon its species. Deerfoot in The Mountains Then at 7 a.m. ten or twelve rifle shots on the aerodrome behind us took me up in a hurry, this being unusual. The Incomparable 29th and the "River Clyde" The sunshine was so brilliant that every object was distinct far up the gorge, and Henry felt sure the Indian army would come into sight, while it was yet beyond rifle shot. The Keepers of the Trail A Story of the Great Woods Adam Colfax's boat was outside the two lines, slightly nearer to the southern shore, but still beyond rifle shot. The Riflemen of the Ohio A Story of the Early Days along "The Beautiful River" The hours of darkness were punctuated by short bursts of machine gun fire and occasional rifle shots at movement, or suspected movement, on the other side. The 28th: A Record of War Service in the Australian Imperial Force, 1915-19, Vol. I Egypt, Gallipoli, Lemnos Island, Sinai Peninsula But the rifle shot whipping out from the boss's shack up beside the grade electrified them. The Return of Blue Pete The machine glided gaily along past the point of the bay, straight over the British lines to Sari Bair, rifle shots being fired in a regular fusillade. The Incomparable 29th and the "River Clyde" Henry saw the savages gathered in a great mass, well out of rifle shot, and, on a little hill back of them, the British officers, the renegades and the chiefs were talking earnestly. The Keepers of the Trail A Story of the Great Woods A man came from among the trees, waving a white rag on a stick, but stopped out of rifle shot. The Riflemen of the Ohio A Story of the Early Days along "The Beautiful River" To counter the Turks' efforts in this direction, the Brigadier organised a body of men composed of expert rifle shots, chosen from each battalion. The 28th: A Record of War Service in the Australian Imperial Force, 1915-19, Vol. I Egypt, Gallipoli, Lemnos Island, Sinai Peninsula A cry of alarm from Torrance's room, and a succession of rifle shots, brought him to his senses. The Return of Blue Pete The boats, as usual, were drawn up on the southern shore, too far away to be reached by rifle shots from the northern banks. The Border Watch A Story of the Great Chief's Last Stand "An' you think, too, that they've all gone some distance out of rifle shot?" The Keepers of the Trail A Story of the Great Woods The fleet was anchored in the middle of the river, out of rifle shot for the present, but Adam Colfax knew very well that the enemy was in the dense wood lining either bank. The Riflemen of the Ohio A Story of the Early Days along "The Beautiful River" All around was the crack of rifle shots, the boom of cannon, and still they pressed on, fighting their way inch by inch. All for a Scrap of Paper A Romance of the Present War Traps he could understand,—and rifle shots;19 for although this latter force was peculiar, yet there was sound. The Yellow Horde There was no answer save the sound of a rifle shot from the woods in front of them. The Border Watch A Story of the Great Chief's Last Stand No reply came save a rifle shot, and the gunner fell dead upon his gun. The Keepers of the Trail A Story of the Great Woods The drowsy silence is broken at long intervals by a rifle shot; a lark pours out a stream of joyful thrilling song. Between the Lines Almost at the same moment there was a crash of rifle shots, and the men around him fell by scores. All for a Scrap of Paper A Romance of the Present War He was in a towering rage because of the way the target rifle shot. Space Platform It was a slow gain, but in time it would bring them within easy rifle shot. The Border Watch A Story of the Great Chief's Last Stand They heard the distant sound of a rifle shot and saw one of the Indians around the campfire sink over in the grass. The Keepers of the Trail A Story of the Great Woods Various other people were injured—three little girls received rifle shots in their bodies. The Birth of Yugoslavia, Volume 2 When he had crawled perhaps one hundred yards, a rifle shot rang out, and he heard a bullet cut its way through the leaves of the trees in the near distance. All for a Scrap of Paper A Romance of the Present War Then suddenly a rifle shot rang out upon the shore, and sounds of voices came to their ears. A Prisoner of Morro In the Hands of the Enemy The Indians were on watch, and the faint sound of two or three rifle shots showed that the night did not keep them from buzzing and stinging about Colonel Clark's force. The Border Watch A Story of the Great Chief's Last Stand That strong wind brought the sound of a rifle shot. The Keepers of the Trail A Story of the Great Woods The bear once started to run to the west, but a rifle shot fired suddenly in that segment of the circle stopped him. The Eyes of the Woods A story of the Ancient Wilderness Her ability as an expert rifle shot was known alike to officers and enlisted men. The Woman with a Stone Heart A Romance of the Philippine War It was the solitary report of a rifle shot not far in their rear. A Prisoner of Morro In the Hands of the Enemy If they did, a rifle shot would silence the first that gave tongue, and he knew that alone he was too swift in flight to be overtaken by any Indian force. The Border Watch A Story of the Great Chief's Last Stand It was so faint and far away that it was no more than the snapping of a little twig, but it was a rifle shot and no mistake. The Keepers of the Trail A Story of the Great Woods A louder woof than usual from him was followed almost instantly by a Shawnee rifle shot, and the frightened bear, giving back, almost fell into the crevice. The Eyes of the Woods A story of the Ancient Wilderness The same rifle shots that brought bad dreams to Bill had a much more lucid meaning for Joe Robinson and Pete the Breed, the two Indians that were occupying Harold's cabin. The Snowshoe Trail As he got opposite the Seabright home a rifle shot rang out and his horse fell, throwing the rider against an electric light post, and stunning him for the time being. The Hindered Hand or, The Reign of the Repressionist It is possible that he would have been welcomed by half-a-dozen rifle shots had we not appeared close behind him. In the Wilds of Florida A Tale of Warfare and Hunting But the Indians, who do not despise comfort when there is no danger in it, gathered in a cup in the side of the hill, beyond rifle shot from the hollow, and built a fire. The Keepers of the Trail A Story of the Great Woods The Ohio was not a mile wide everywhere, and when that straightening of the stream occurred they would be within rifle shot of the warriors on one bank or the other. The Eyes of the Woods A story of the Ancient Wilderness Before she spoke again she was startled by the sound of several rifle shots fired in the street outside her house. Our Casualty, and Other Stories 1918 He was a genius with the revolver, and as good a rifle shot as would often be found. The Story of the Outlaw A Study of the Western Desperado Last night we were somewhat alarmed by earthquake shocks and rifle shots. The Life of Mrs. Robert Louis Stevenson There was a loud burst of rifle shots, and then a continuous stream, broken only at momentary intervals as the magazines were refilled and again refilled. Kiddie the Scout He opened his eyes, sure that his pursuers were not yet within rifle shot, and rising, refreshed, passed over the hill and into the forest again, curving now toward the north. The Eyes of the Woods A story of the Ancient Wilderness Now, boys," cried out George, forgetful of the Arabs' language, "when they are within rifle shot, take a steady aim. Under the Rebel's Reign Supposing the hunter would return, three of them hid themselves within rifle shot of the carcass while two followed his trail. Daniel Boone The Pioneer of Kentucky While we were idly shelling the wood, behind which lay Franklin's corps—the right of McClellan's army—scarce a rifle shot to the southwest, but concealed by intervening forest, Longstreet and A.P. Destruction and Reconstruction: Personal Experiences of the Late War We were within two rifle shots of the shore at one point. Swept Out to Sea Clint Webb Among the Whalers “They’ll come within rifle shot in just about an hour,” he repeated. The Eyes of the Woods A story of the Ancient Wilderness But the voice continued in strong, impassioned harangue for more than an hour, eliciting, however, only jeers and an occasional rifle shot. Journeys Through Bookland, Vol. 7 Through a loop hole prepared for such an emergency, a rifle shot, discharged at the savages, compelled a precipitate retreat. Daniel Boone The Pioneer of Kentucky It moved quietly into its burrow when he rose, though there was no occasion to do so, because, although within easy rifle shot, MacRummle did not see it. The Eagle Cliff McAlpin is telling he heard a rifle shot on the Crazy Woman. Laramie Holds the Range So he rested that every muscle might have its original strength, and he was willing for the Indians to come almost within rifle shot before he took to flight once more. The Eyes of the Woods A story of the Ancient Wilderness As the sound of the rifle shots reached his ears the lad turned away his head, for he did not in the least doubt that the marksmen had been successful. Boy Scouts Mysterious Signal or Perils of the Black Bear Patrol At the distance of a rifle shot from the head of the harbor we rounded a point and saw before us a long tongue of sand running into the water. The Pirate of Panama A Tale of the Fight for Buried Treasure A volley of rifle shots poured out of the cavern entrance. Jack Wright and His Electric Stage; or, Leagued Against the James Boys He had, in fact, got half-way up the long grade when he heard a rifle shot. Laramie Holds the Range The horses were303 brought down to a walk, and finally came to a standstill, though they halted at a point beyond rifle shot. The Hunters of the Ozark Another rifle shot rang out, and the boy knew that the Germans were preparing to concentrate their fire upon himself and comrades. Boy Scouts Mysterious Signal or Perils of the Black Bear Patrol Sharply through the clear night air rang a rifle shot. The Highgrader The prowler skin lashings held but the canvas and blankets were ripped into streamers that cracked like rifle shots in the wind before they were torn completely loose and flung into the night. Space Prison Ten yards more were covered and a second rifle shot cracked crisply down the canyon walls. Laramie Holds the Range With the three fleeter animals at command, they would have been after them in a twinkling: they would not have been obliged to wait till they met Fred Linden before receiving some rifle shots. The Hunters of the Ozark He thought at first that something had struck the house, but when his confused senses were gathered into a focus he knew that it was a rifle shot. The Last of the Chiefs A Story of the Great Sioux War Three rifle shots answered us, soon a boat bumped our side, and a hearty Englishman sprang over the rail. A Labrador Doctor The Autobiography of Wilfred Thomason Grenfell By the time he had loaded it, after searching frantically several minutes for the box of cartridges, Von Minden and his little burro were far beyond rifle shot. The Forbidden Trail As the head of the valley was neared, the irregular crackling roar of the rifle shots abruptly ceased. Bloom of Cactus He57 was a swift runner, a strong leaper, an expert rifle shot, and his rugged frame and rough, outdoor life gave him an endurance that few men could surpass. The Hunters of the Ozark The combat, save for the reports of the rifle shots, went on in absolute silence. The Last of the Chiefs A Story of the Great Sioux War Whilst we were talking the sound of a rifle shot came up from the village. Bulgaria A rifle shot is an explosion caused by the firing of a powder, which, in turn, means the expansion of the powder into gases, the force of that expansion driving forward the bullet. The Boy with the U. S. Weather Men Before the hat struck the sand the rocky sides of the wash reverberated with the report of a rifle shot. Bloom of Cactus I followed the flock rapidly, though cautiously, through an interminable tangle of alders that bordered the little stream, and learned some things about them; though they gave me no chance whatever for a rifle shot. Wood Folk at School He could catch only a glimpse of long, trailing hair beneath the horse's mane, and then would come the flash of a rifle shot. The Last of the Chiefs A Story of the Great Sioux War "I see his head bobbing up and down," and eight or ten rifle shots were fired, from the garden where the sentry had fallen, in the direction of the dummy. The Young Franc Tireurs And Their Adventures in the Franco-Prussian War That night, with the moon about the full, though often obscured by clouds, the brigade made a long and weary march south-west, edging gradually away from the flares and the distant rifle shots. The War Service of the 1/4 Royal Berkshire Regiment (T. F.) Half a dozen rifle shots, at irregular intervals, attested that Brown still held the Rock and that the pirates had invested the narrow peninsula. A Son Of The Sun The rest heard the report of a rifle shot, and when, some time later, they found Jake, he was dead, with a rifle ball in his head. Second Book of Tales Then kicking him vigorously in the side, he dashed away, with rifle shots spattering behind him. The Last of the Chiefs A Story of the Great Sioux War The party had now swelled to fourteen—all stout hardy descendants of the English, Scotch, or Dutch settlers, who had originally peopled the land; good rifle shots, and splendid horsemen. Six Months at the Cape If she were discovered, one shot striking the boat as she approached, even a rifle shot, would suffice to sink her. A Little Traitor to the South A War Time Comedy With a Tragic Interlude He never finished that sentence; for rifle shots and hallooing off towards the river apprized the two anxious defenders of "The Saucer" that the worst had happened. Every Man for Himself He seemed to hear the rattle of rifle shots, shrill trumpet calls, angry party cries, the clatter of desperate charges across the open space, the angry despair of repulses, the piteous pageant of civil war. The Dictator But the wolves were careful to keep out of rifle shot. The Last of the Chiefs A Story of the Great Sioux War Shortly after we heard several rifle shots fired in quick succession, and then George came running towards us, shouting that his brother had fallen between the floes, and was drowning. Adrift in the Ice-Fields During the evening sounds of rifle shots were heard, and the students, already excited, scented more trouble. The University of Michigan The rifle shots shattered the quiet within a hundred yards of them, down the tote road towards the river. Every Man for Himself In another moment the enraged wolf would be upon him, when a rifle shot rang through the air, and the wolf dropped dead close to where he lay. The Trapper's Son Never had there been another rifle shot so loud. The Last of the Chiefs A Story of the Great Sioux War At that moment a rifle shot rang out from their left, and the last of the flying deer pitched headlong amongst the stones and lay kicking. Steve Young The students were nearly all strong and vigorous products of pioneer life, good hunters and rifle shots, with a love of individual liberty and free speech. The University of Michigan The sound of scattered rifle shots came from a point far to the eastward, and he listened for the report of artillery, but there was none. Before the Dawn A Story of the Fall of Richmond Sharp and clear a rifle shot Woke the echoes of the spot. Cowboy Songs and Other Frontier Ballads From the woods toward the river came the sound of more rifle shots. The Last of the Chiefs A Story of the Great Sioux War There was nothing remarkable in my failure to make a good shot, but Stephenson, who is a celebrated rifle shot, seemed to be equally unfortunate in his work. In Africa Hunting Adventures in the Big Game Country Just then a puff of smoke came from the stern of the ship, followed by the sound of a rifle shot in the distance, after which followed a regular fusillade of musketry fire. Afloat at Last A Sailor Boy's Log of his Life at Sea “No sir, more like rifle shots, or the discharge of a revolver firing quickly at intervals.” The Ghost Ship A Mystery of the Sea Earl was just about to climb into his seat with Leon close behind him when there was a rifle shot and a bullet, whistling through the air, passed close above their heads. Fighting in France They waited a little longer, and then came a flare of rifle shots from a point farther up the slope. The Last of the Chiefs A Story of the Great Sioux War He begins to edge away, ready in an instant to go bounding rapidly beyond rifle shot. In Africa Hunting Adventures in the Big Game Country A rifle shot from our boat missed, and the animal dashing into the river swam across and disappeared in the wide valley. A Canyon Voyage The Narrative of the Second Powell Expedition down the Green-Colorado River from Wyoming, and the Explorations on Land, in the Years 1871 and 1872 After their departure rifle shots were heard in the distance. The New York Times Current History, A Monthly Magazine The European War, March 1915 The rifle shot hadn't stopped him but the hard fist of another Mekstrom laid him out colder than a mackerel iced for shipment. Highways in Hiding They heard a rifle shot to the right, and consequently moved to the left. Young Captain Jack The Son of a Soldier At break of dawn the scouts crept in to say The foe was camped a rifle shot away. Custer, and Other Poems. A distant rifle shot interrupted what Emma was about to say. Grace Harlowe's Overland Riders Among the Kentucky Mountaineers Goeury was dragged into the street, robbed there and brutally ill-treated, while his two companions, who were found trying to hide themselves in a lavatory, were killed by rifle shots. The New York Times Current History, A Monthly Magazine The European War, March 1915 Within a few minutes, shouts and a few rifle shots were heard, and the next moment bombs were being thrown into my dug-out. The Story of the 2/4th Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Light Infantry It was a very peculiar sensation in the trenches that night with not a sound from our own lines and only an occasional rifle shot from the Turks. The Fifth Battalion Highland Light Infantry in the War 1914-1918 Judge Nelson's gavel hit the bench with a crack like a rifle shot. Lone Star Planet He was an expert pistol and rifle shot, as are almost all Tennessee and Kentucky mountaineers. Winning a Cause World War Stories The two peasants thought at first that he was anxious to see them sheltered from the rifle shots that were being fired all round. The New York Times Current History, A Monthly Magazine The European War, March 1915 They were awakened the next morning by a rifle shot. Bob Hunt in Canada But usually they could "gentle" a mine to the surface and set it off by rifle shots at a safe distance. Flag and Fleet How the British Navy Won the Freedom of the Seas Then, as a cougar springing from his lair, there blazed out of the bushes on the bank of a dry water-course to leeward a rifle shot. Horses Nine Stories of Harness and Saddle I was a good rifle shot and I had been taking long walks and shooting Kansas jack rabbits. How to Eat A Cure for "Nerves" M. Chary, aged 55, foreman roadmaker, was escaping from the conflagration, holding his wife by the hand, when he was killed by rifle shots. The New York Times Current History, A Monthly Magazine The European War, March 1915 A rifle shot is the most deceptive thing in the world, so, like an old soldier wise in the work, I smiled under my hand. The Red Horizon They are very deep, and very few rifle shots are fired. Letters from France "Yes," replied Henry, "they are in front of us scarcely a rifle shot away, five to our one." The Young Trailers A Story of Early Kentucky There was a rifle shot—from whose rifle none of the four ever could tell. The Sagebrusher A Story of the West Gauçon was dragged from his own house and thrown on a dunghill where a soldier killed him with a rifle shot in the stomach. The New York Times Current History, A Monthly Magazine The European War, March 1915 To her mind there was no need for—— The sound of a rifle shot split the air with significant abruptness. The Forfeit "Indian signals beyond possibility of a doubt" While the sun was still high in the heavens, far to the northward, they faintly heard or thought they heard two rifle shots. An Apache Princess A Tale of the Indian Frontier Everywhere it was a combat, confused, dreadful, man to man, and with no shouting now, only the crack of the rifle shot, the whiz of the tomahawk, the thud of the knife, and choked cries. The Young Trailers A Story of Early Kentucky One Turkish Company, about a hundred strong, was making an ugly push within rifle shot of our ship. Gallipoli Diary, Volume I As soon as Stub reached the threshold of the entrance to the door he fell severely wounded by a rifle shot. The New York Times Current History, A Monthly Magazine The European War, March 1915 All of them were expert rifle shots who came from the support platoon of the assault troops on the left. Sergeant York And His People From the distance a rifle shot again sundered the quiet. The Emigrant Trail He looked back and saw the flashes growing fainter and heard the scattering rifle shots, deadened somewhat by the distance. The Young Trailers A Story of Early Kentucky There was no fighting; a rifle shot now and then from the crests where we saw our fellows clearly. Gallipoli Diary, Volume I M. Simon was dragged out of his house and killed by a rifle shot in the side. The New York Times Current History, A Monthly Magazine The European War, March 1915 From a point far down the "swale," from behind the low bank of the stream bed, three rifle shots rang out on the crisp morning air. A Daughter of the Sioux A Tale of the Indian frontier Then came a shout from a distance and Sid Todd showed himself, having been attracted to the spot by the rifle shots. Dave Porter at Star Ranch Or, The Cowboy's Secret Before night came they had heard a rifle shot perhaps a mile further on. Wolf Breed While we were talking about these things and the business of burning and looting was pursuing its orderly course, a rifle shot rang out near by. A Journal From Our Legation in Belgium He had promised to do all he could to obey, when he was killed by a rifle shot. The New York Times Current History, A Monthly Magazine The European War, March 1915 Then, if he saw game of any sort or a straying calf or sheep, he would have to take the chance that a rifle shot entailed. Daughter of the Sun A Tale of Adventure About 1 o'clock that night we heard a rifle shot: it was a German spy shooting at the sentry sailor on the armoured train alongside of us; they didn't catch him. Diary of a Nursing Sister on the Western Front, 1914-1915 But here the pitcher twirled again—was that a rifle shot? Poems Teachers Ask For Selected by readers of "Normal Instructor-Primary Plans" Two rifle shots, sharp and startlingly close, whipped through the quiet of that lazy afternoon, but they meant nothing to her. Then I'll Come Back to You One of her men had noted the darkening of the crack and had searched him out with a rifle shot. The Settling of the Sage Then a rifle shot, a long, shrill whistle, shouts and the sudden thud of many racing hoofs. Daughter of the Sun A Tale of Adventure On the river shore, by the red glare of the fire light a wigwam and some Indians were visible; and frequently we heard their rifle shots. The Continental Monthly, Vol. 5, No. 4, April, 1864 Now it was waked up with rifle shots; but its slave pen was emptied. Daisy in the Field Even then the rifle shots meant nothing to her—and pride would not let her run. Then I'll Come Back to You Suddenly, out of the mist, came the sound of a few rifle shots. Letters from France As soon as we started firing, rifle shots from our left scattered the mud on all sides, coming at intervals of five or ten minutes. S.O.S. Stand to! And almost at the same time a formidable volley of rifle shots rang out. In the Field (1914-1915) The Impressions of an Officer of Light Cavalry A rifle shot cut sharp into the silence that followed Lawanne's last words. The Hidden Places He replied with a rifle shot, one ball hitting a wing, another grazing Guerder's hand and head. Georges Guynemer Knight of the Air The proof reeked of "gore" and "shambles" and "heavily armed masked men" and rifle shots thick as hail stones with a sheriff careening over the Mesas at break neck speed slathered with zeal for law. The Freebooters of the Wilderness He knew nothing, whatever, he said, about the rifle shots coming from his direction. S.O.S. Stand to! Further off a few rifle shots were audible, and then guns again, accompanied by concentrated rifle fire. In the Field (1914-1915) The Impressions of an Officer of Light Cavalry Even while he was thinking, a shout was wafted on the wind out of the darkness and chasing it, overtaking it almost, a rifle shot. "Contemptible", by "Casualty" At sunrise they saw the hostile fleet approaching; it came so near as to be within rifle shot, and Woodford bade his men fire with caution, taking sure aim. Elsie's Vacation and After Events On the instant, the hollow chasm of the canyon split to the crash of a rifle shot that rocketted and quaked and repeated in splintering echoes; and a bullet pinged at Wayland's feet. The Freebooters of the Wilderness Suddenly a rifle shot rang out; a spurt of yellow dust, a streak of yellow dog, and silence! The Smiling Hill-Top And Other California Sketches Then we heard rifle shots, and more rifle shots, ringing out in no man's land; and at 2 a regular set-to began. At Ypres with Best-Dunkley Cavalry soldiers must, of course, learn to be expert rifle shots, but the attainment of this desirable object will be brought no nearer by ignoring the horse, the sword or the lance. Sir John French An Authentic Biography They had halted just below the big tree, and four or five, half hidden by the huge trunk, were in consultation, well beyond rifle shot. The Devil's Own A Romance of the Black Hawk War When we had pulled them down to a foot pace we were safely out of rifle shot and there was space to count the cost. The Master of Appleby A Novel Tale Concerning Itself in Part with the Great Struggle in the Two Carolinas; but Chiefly with the Adventures Therein of Two Gentlemen Who Loved One and the Same Lady "It was a rifle shot, sir," said the sergeant. The Tree of Appomattox She stood into the bay, till within rifle shot of the bow of the Zanthe, when she dropped her sails and came to anchor. The Three Brides, Love in a Cottage, and Other Tales At the sound of the rifle shot and the scream of the stricken wolf the horses plunged forward, all thought of fatigue gone in their overwhelming terror. Bert Wilson in the Rockies Once she thought she heard the sputter of rifle shots afar, but she was not sure. The Adventures of Kathlyn With us they were uncertain what to do, so for 24 hours did nothing except fire a few rifle shots, one of which came through the parapet and killed C.S.M. The Fifth Leicestershire A Record Of The 1/5th Battalion The Leicestershire Regiment, T.F., During The War, 1914-1919. Scarcely a rifle shot had broken the silence. The Story of the "9th King's" in France Then the hunter, simulating the movements of a seal, crawls toward his game until he is within rifle shot. The Story of Grenfell of the Labrador A Boy's Life of Wilfred T. Grenfell To their dazed senses came the noise of rifle shots, and the sound of a bugle's strident note. Bert Wilson in the Rockies The rifle shot had frightened one of the wild elephants. The Adventures of Kathlyn He himself could throw a spear to an incredible distance with the precision of a rifle shot. The New York Times Current History of the European War, Vol. 1, January 9, 1915 What Americans Say to Europe From the south came the faint, sinister "pop! pop!" of rifle shots. The Ridin' Kid from Powder River He was the most famous rifle shot in the whole country and the most successful hunter. American Men of Action Our men were dropping fast from rifle shots, and they had somehow missed touch with Captain Paley's company. Four Months Besieged The Story of Ladysmith The greater part of the night she lay awake, disturbed now and then by vollies of rifle shots, which she interpreted with a shudder. The Children of France A Book of Stories of the Heroism and Self-sacrifice of Youthful Patriots of France During the Great War I therefore put two men on guard and allowed them to fire off a rifle shot as a warning, something they always like to do. Unknown Mexico, Volume 1 (of 2) A Record of Five Years' Exploration Among the Tribes of the Western Sierra Madre; In the Tierra Caliente of Tepic and Jalisco; and Among the Tarascos of Michoacan |
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