| 单词 | scene of action |
| 例句 | “I would have never guessed,” Stockdale would say many years later, “that commodores in charge on the scene of action are sometimes not allowed to blow the whistle on a screwup.” Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War 2015-09-22T00:00:00Z The loner’s experience, after all, is characterized more by long stretches of silence than it is by scene after scene of action. “Harry Potter” and the quarter-life crisis: “The Magicians” conjures the dark side of a enchanted education 2015-12-17T05:00:00Z This gripping novel has it all: faith, hope, conspiracy, legal thrills, heart-pounding scenes of action, political intrigue and well-rounded characters. Joshua Graham's `Darkroom' is haunting tale 2012-05-01T16:24:12Z I generally use three-act structures, mingle scenes of action with lots of interiority. Teddy Wayne on adapting his loner novels for Hollywood 2020-02-20T05:00:00Z “This sets the scene of action for criminal trials, where charges will be laid, in the worst possible jurisdiction for Trump,” said Scott Horton, a lecturer at Columbia Law School. White House as crime scene: how Robert Mueller is closing in on Trump 2017-08-05T04:00:00Z Their shrift was short, and before Schöneveld had left the scene of action he had caused the burning of ninety-one at Sangerhausen, forty-four in the neighboring town of Winkel, and many more in other villages. A History of The Inquisition of The Middle Ages; volume II 2012-04-18T02:00:12.957Z That is why I am here on the scene of action. Frank Merriwell's Backers The Pride of His Friends 2012-04-14T02:00:22.840Z In a few minutes they arrived on the scene of action. The Curse of Carne's Hold A Tale of Adventure 2012-04-06T02:00:24.610Z At last we crossed, and hastily made our way to the scene of action. The Catholic World; Volume I, Issues 1-6 A Monthly Eclectic Magazine 2012-04-05T02:00:40.207Z Pressing forward through the rain, urged to their utmost speed by the officers pointing forward with their swords to the scene of action, they, nevertheless, arrived too late to prevent the disaster. The Second War with England, Vol. 2 of 2 2012-04-05T02:00:38.213Z Then he turned, and gravely surveyed the scene of action. The Tree of Knowledge A Novel 2012-04-05T02:00:35.603Z We have hitherto thought the Boers timid at close quarters, but in this case there was every sign of haste and eagerness on the part of the reinforcements to arrive upon the scene of action. The Siege of Mafeking (1900) 2012-04-04T02:01:01.773Z The captain immediately ran out of his cabin, half nude, and after finding that the fire was serious, ran back and put on some clothes, immediately returning to the scene of action. The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 2 2012-04-03T02:00:36.237Z Proximity to the scene of action did not induce her to exceed those limits of reserve which she had long since marked out for herself. The Catholic World; Volume I, Issues 1-6 A Monthly Eclectic Magazine 2012-04-05T02:00:40.207Z Sir, The scene of action is so entirely transferred to your side of the Atlantic, that scarce any occurrence among us at present is sufficiently interesting to furnish matter for a public letter. The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution (Volume VI) 2012-04-03T02:00:34.180Z There was nothing for it but to drive into Stanton and telegraph; no consideration should induce him to leave the scene of action in the present unforeseen and agitated aspect of affairs. The Tree of Knowledge A Novel 2012-04-05T02:00:35.603Z With this last subject they became so wrought up with excitement and anxiety as to the truth of the report, that they could stay away from the scene of action no longer. The Conquest The Story of a Negro Pioneer 2012-03-26T02:00:32.910Z "Don't strike the dog!" called Gray, futilely, in English, as he hurried towards the scene of action. Dorothy and other Italian Stories 2012-03-18T02:00:18.513Z Lafayette himself acted as their guide, and recounted to his friends, on the very scene of action, the incidents of this day, which was not a fortunate one for the Americans. The Catholic World; Volume I, Issues 1-6 A Monthly Eclectic Magazine 2012-04-05T02:00:40.207Z Within an hour from the receipt of the message both battalions were on the road, the Lincolns being the first to arrive on the scene of action. The First Seven Divisions Being a Detailed Account of the Fighting from Mons to Ypres 2012-03-17T02:01:05.397Z One of them was in the skirmish referred to; the other lived near the scene of action; hence, it may be relied on as authentic. Noble Deeds of American Women With Biographical Sketches of Some of the More Prominent 2012-03-10T03:00:13.687Z Our grand scene of action demands grandeur and purity; lacking these, one must suffer from so base failure in proportion to the success that should have been. Life Without and Life Within or, Reviews, Narratives, Essays, and poems. 2012-03-05T03:00:13.070Z When the news of the battle of Bunker Hill thrilled the colonies, Captain Webster, who had won his title in the earlier wars, raised a company, and at once started for the scene of action. Famous American Statesmen 2012-03-01T03:00:26.167Z The fire alarm was sounding, and men and boys were running to the scene of action. First at the North Pole Two Boys in the Arctic Circle 2012-02-27T03:00:16.033Z He made his way with all speed to the scene of action, with a view to discovering the extent of the mischief. The First Seven Divisions Being a Detailed Account of the Fighting from Mons to Ypres 2012-03-17T02:01:05.397Z It struck X-Ray as peculiarly defiant, and he felt like chuckling as he watched to see what that red-faced individual did when he arrived on the scene of action. Phil Bradley's Snow-shoe Trail The Mountain Boys in the Canada Wilds 2012-02-27T03:00:13.497Z The hill was steep there, and it took us five minutes to reach the scene of action. My Lady Rotha A Romance 2012-02-27T03:00:10.983Z So out we went to the scene of action. Four Years A Scout and Spy 2012-02-23T03:00:37.640Z Hinpoha arrived on the scene of action so late that there was no time to press her for explanations; she was summarily hustled out of her street clothes and into her orchestra costume. The Camp Fire Girls' Larks and Pranks or, The House of the Open Door 2012-02-21T03:00:19.740Z Had they beaten down the little watch-house garrison, or had they--forewarned--approached the scene of action by another route? My Lords of Strogue Vol. III, (of III) A Chronicle of Ireland, from the Convention to the Union 2012-02-15T03:00:27.667Z "So you made a straight shoot for the scene of action?" The Wreckers 2012-02-14T03:00:26.817Z It was calculated that, provided secrecy could be maintained to the last moment, no large hostile reinforcements were likely to reach the scene of action for forty-eight hours after the commencement of the attack. Current History: A Monthly Magazine of the New York Times, May 1918 Vol. VIII, Part I, No. 2 2012-02-04T03:00:16.443Z General McPherson immediately rode to the scene of action, and ordered up a brigade to its support. Four Years A Scout and Spy 2012-02-23T03:00:37.640Z The North Cork, true to their fighting qualities, gallantly ran away, never halting till they reached Tuam, forty miles from the scene of action, and yet, for further safety, started for Athlone. Donahoe's Magazine, Vol. XV, No. 4, April, 1886 Volume 15 (January 1886 - July 1886) 2012-01-29T03:00:07.953Z It speaks well for our city, that in less than twenty-four hours this detachment was raised and had started for the scene of action. A History of Oregon, 1792-1849 Drawn From Personal Observation and Authentic Information 2012-01-20T03:00:11.607Z There they found that the wagon had just arrived with its load, but the boys had delayed unloading it until Mr. Hollis should reach the scene of action. Bert Wilson at the Wheel 2012-01-14T03:00:19.827Z It was being repaired, stone for the purpose being quarried on a neighboring 66 bank and transported to the scene of action on a flat-boat. Historic Waterways?Six Hundred Miles of Canoeing Down the Rock, Fox, and Wisconsin Rivers 2012-01-13T03:00:14.813Z Philip was to wait in the street in readiness for a signal, which should bid him to the scene of action in due time. Woman and Artist 2012-01-10T03:00:14.960Z But my companion averring that in such places she could often make a good bargain, elbowed her way into the scene of action. Discipline 2012-01-08T03:00:17.620Z I now turned my face in the direction of the scene of action, and was not long in extricating myself from the desert which had so long enveloped me. Nurse and Spy in the Union Army The Adventures and Experiences of a Woman in Hospitals, Camps, and Battle-Fields 2012-01-07T03:00:15.907Z Toussaint hastened to the scene of action, and by assurances and threats quelled the tumult. The Freedmen's Book 2012-01-05T03:00:39.763Z She threw down a gun which she was loading, and rushed to a balcony, whence she could survey the scene of action. Rule of the Monk or, Rome in the Nineteenth Century 2012-01-05T03:00:36.930Z On floating up to the scene of action we realised that it was indeed only Mosul's washing-day. By Desert Ways to Baghdad 2011-12-18T03:00:22.240Z When they reached the scene of action they found the huge bear lying dead, stabbed in fifty places at least. Wild Adventures round the Pole The Cruise of the "Snowbird" Crew in the "Arrandoon" 2011-12-15T03:00:12.560Z They were now at the scene of action—their shooting-ground—and, much to their joy, they found the creatures they had come so far to seek. The Cruise of the Snowbird A Story of Arctic Adventure 2011-12-13T03:00:23.197Z Mr. Sapsworth had kindly promised to come and escort me to the scene of action. Amusement Only 2011-12-04T03:00:06.637Z Near the fire they never went until a goodly number of people appeared at the doors, and then hurried to the scene of action. Rule of the Monk or, Rome in the Nineteenth Century 2012-01-05T03:00:36.930Z The supporters of that upstart club were massed in solid phalanxes about the scene of action. The Sailor 2011-12-03T03:00:11.697Z Seeing the Zebra go in, all the boats with scaling ladders, attended by the gun-boats, seemed to fly towards the scene of action. An Account of the Campaign in the West Indies, in the Year 1794, Under the Command of their Excellencies Lieutenant General Sir Charles Grey, K.B., and Vice Admiral Sir John Jervis, K.B. 2011-12-02T03:00:21.770Z A gay plaza in Seville is the first scene of action. Stars of the Opera 2011-11-29T03:00:15.563Z At this point a series of yells from the nursery, of the usual blood-curdling description, lifted Philippa from the scene of action as a wind whirls a feather. Further Experiences of an Irish R.M. 2011-11-24T03:00:44.527Z But who are they who precede the band, appearing so opportunely on the scene of action? Rule of the Monk or, Rome in the Nineteenth Century 2012-01-05T03:00:36.930Z He was carried on a litter by his knights, and in the retreat, the King was put on a mule, and hurried from the scene of action to the Tagus. The Story of Seville 2011-11-15T03:00:17.143Z Thus three of them successively took the field, and then with self-approbation withdrew to rest on one of the low branches near the scene of action. Natural History in Anecdote Illustrating the nature, habits, manners and customs of animals, birds, fishes, reptiles, etc., etc., etc. 2011-11-12T03:00:32.773Z I always kept a horse saddled at the camp for an emergency, and when I heard the commotion, I mounted and set out at full gallop to the scene of action. The Indians' Last Fight Or The Dull Knife Raid 2011-11-06T02:00:13.167Z They did so; and the servants, hearing the report of the pistols, ran to the scene of action, and saw Sir Patrick bleeding in the sword-arm, and Glenmurray, also wounded, leaning against a tree. Adeline Mowbray or, The Mother and Daughter 2011-11-04T02:00:17.120Z The scene of action was too remote, the subjects too selfish, and the ministers too venal or interested to carry out, with fidelity, the benign ordinances of the government at home. Mexico, Aztec, Spanish and Republican Vol. 1 of 2 A Historical, Geographical, Political, Statistical and Social Account of That Country From the Period of the Invasion by the Spaniards to the Present Time; With a View of the Ancient Aztec Empire and Civilization; A Historical Sketch of the Late War; And Notices of New Mexico and California 2011-11-02T02:00:11.380Z A thousand voices called the Dean to the scene of action, and he came full of the importance of his mission. The International Monthly, Vol. II, No. I December 1, 1850 2011-10-29T02:00:14.677Z When these contests became doubtful, the females would leave their nests, and hasten to the scene of action to render their mates assistance. The Emigrant's Lost Son or, Life Alone in the Forest 2011-10-13T02:00:39.777Z After much consultation, it was decided that her husband should be asked to repair to the scene of action and persuade her to desist. The Hindoos as they Are A Description of the Manners, Customs and the Inner Life of Hindoo Society in Bengal 2011-10-13T02:00:35.977Z The "teams" next approach the scene of action, drawing after them a short sled, called a "bob-sled;" probably so named from the bobbing motion it has while drawn over the rough ground. Forest Life and Forest Trees: comprising winter camp-life among the loggers, and wild-wood adventure. with Descriptions of lumbering operations on the various rivers of Maine and New Brunswick 2011-10-11T02:01:03.847Z While thus engaged, to his astonishment and delight the sound of firing was resumed, the scene of action being nearly abreast of where the yawl was steering. The Nameless Island A Story of some Modern Robinson Crusoes 2011-10-08T02:00:20.880Z Grave consequences might ensue if the devoted bluejackets returned to the scene of action. The Fight for Constantinople A Story of the Gallipoli Peninsula 2011-10-04T02:00:17.837Z Hastening to the scene of action—a small field near the lake—Tom got his name entered in the list. Wrestling and Wrestlers: Biographical Sketches of Celebrated Athletes of the Northern Ring; to Which is Added Notes on Bull and Badger Baiting 2011-09-30T02:00:19.420Z Llewelyn himself was attacked and slain, unarmed, in a narrow valley, not two hundred yards from the scene of action. Curiosities of Great Britain: England and Wales Delineated Vol.1-11 Historical, Entertaining & Commercial; Alphabetically Arranged. 11 Volume set. 2011-09-26T02:00:29.140Z Quickly the two hurried along, until they arrived on the scene of action. Fast Nine or, A Challenge from Fairfield 2011-09-22T02:00:24.220Z "Stay here, Andy," exclaimed his father hurriedly, and grasping his revolver he ran towards the scene of action, the report of another shot greeting his ears as he went. The Nameless Island A Story of some Modern Robinson Crusoes 2011-10-08T02:00:20.880Z They had evidently come straight from the scene of action, for they wore long grey coats bespattered with mud and the yellow stains of lyddite, their faces were grimed with smoke and dust. The Fight for Constantinople A Story of the Gallipoli Peninsula 2011-10-04T02:00:17.837Z He made an astonishing discovery as soon as he arrived upon the scene of action. The Outdoor Chums on the Lake Lively Adventures on Wildcat Island 2011-09-22T02:00:23.407Z History has fixed this spot as the scene of action where the fate of Brecknockshire Scene of a Welsh battle. was decided, upon its attack by Bernard Newmarch. Curiosities of Great Britain: England and Wales Delineated Vol.1-11 Historical, Entertaining & Commercial; Alphabetically Arranged. 11 Volume set. 2011-09-26T02:00:29.140Z There is nothing like having the ‘eye well in’ for any scene of action. Boating 2011-09-21T02:00:35.453Z In this way, a fire is readily accessible in a few hours where formerly it took perhaps several days to organize the fire fighting party and reach the scene of action. Motor Truck Logging Methods Engineering Experiment Station Series, Bulletin No. 12 2011-09-10T02:00:27.273Z A shot from one of the forts gave the alarm, and Subercase with his men marched to the scene of action. Count Frontenac Makers of Canada, Volume 3 2011-09-09T02:01:02.147Z I was bound to a horse and strictly guarded, at a distance from the scene of action. O'er Many Lands, on Many Seas 2011-09-08T02:00:19.987Z King Christiern came himself to the scene of action, and lay siege to Stockholm. The Boy's Book of Heroes 2011-09-06T02:00:10.323Z The 4th Light Dragoons embarked in the Simla, and the 4th Royal Irish Dragoon Guards, with the remnant of the 5th, were conveyed to the scene of action in the Trent. The Young Dragoon Every Day Life of a Soldier 2011-08-31T02:01:26.737Z I halted about ten paces from the scene of action, held my rifle between the little red fiery eyes of the bright black monster, and laid it lifeless on the bare rocks. The Backwoodsman or, Life on the Indian Frontier 2011-08-17T02:00:27.330Z At that point they would find awaiting them provisions, arms, and ammunition, with means of transportation to the scene of action. Count Frontenac Makers of Canada, Volume 3 2011-09-09T02:01:02.147Z There is something very unaccountable, in a man of Murray’s ambition thus withdrawing from the scene of action, just at the very time when he must have been anticipating political events of the last importance. Life of Mary Queen of Scots, Volume II (of 2) 2011-08-14T02:00:23.870Z Probably he thought he was too near the scene of action. Four Afloat Being the Adventures of the Big Four on the Water 2011-08-11T02:00:15.547Z At a point four thousand miles from the scene of action, he again cried, "Impossible!" My Attainment of the Pole 2011-08-05T02:00:54.720Z All three lay atop of each other, when I leaped from my horse within shot, and hurried to the scene of action. The Backwoodsman or, Life on the Indian Frontier 2011-08-17T02:00:27.330Z Major-General Coke’s brigade had started to get to the scene of action, and before long the Middlesex, Dorset, and Somerset Regiments were moving up the heights to the assistance of the battered regiments above. South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 3 (of 6) From the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899, to Lord Roberts's Advance into the Free State, 12th Feb. 1900 2011-07-29T02:00:27.053Z Mrs. Brooks Cunninghame, hearing the threat directed at her promising boy, had mustered common-sense enough to hurry him away from the scene of action. The Coward A Novel of Society and the Field in 1863 2011-07-08T02:00:16.223Z The baggageman, seeing that he was no match for Pershing—let alone the two of us—left the scene of action. Lest We Forget World War Stories 2011-07-07T02:00:28.183Z Under these circumstances, I seized a cudgel and departed to the scene of action, not, however, with Bell's consent. The Kentuckian in New-York, Volume I (of 2) or, The Adventures of Three Southerns 2011-07-06T02:00:46.297Z Lieutenant Perry, in his home in America, heard of them, and longed to be on the scene of action. Four American Naval Heroes Paul Jones, Admiral Farragut, Oliver H. Perry, Admiral Dewey 2011-07-04T02:00:24.047Z At nine o’clock on Wednesday, the 7th, the Boers, who had engaged themselves in dragging a heavy gun to the scene of action, began to blaze out upon the Seaforth Highlanders. South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 3 (of 6) From the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899, to Lord Roberts's Advance into the Free State, 12th Feb. 1900 2011-07-29T02:00:27.053Z On the morning after that memorable day the garrison turned out and scoured the country, and I accompanied them to the scene of action. Travels in the Steppes of the Caspian Sea, the Crimea, the Caucasus, &c. 2011-06-25T02:00:14.203Z Thereupon she turned quickly round, and went aside with the old gentleman to some carriages, which were slowly coming up the hill, and which at length stopped upon the scene of action. Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship and Travels, Vol. I (of 2) 2011-06-22T02:00:23.137Z The girl had not stood there yet for five minutes, but there was already a surging, impenetrable crowd on the scene of action. Missing Friends Being the Adventures of a Danish Emigrant in Queensland (1871-1880) 2011-06-15T02:00:22.810Z The boys were on edge with excitement at the prospect of being in at the death and as the liner was rapidly approaching the scene of action, they had a clear view of what followed. Army Boys in France or, From Training Camp to Trenches 2011-06-15T02:00:18.907Z Had the cavalry not been utterly worn out on reaching the scene of action, the Dutchmen would have been caught before they had time to seek refuge in flight. South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 3 (of 6) From the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899, to Lord Roberts's Advance into the Free State, 12th Feb. 1900 2011-07-29T02:00:27.053Z Though far from the scene of action, Rowena was enjoying hugely the triumphant progress of the affair as reported faithfully to her by Mignon. Marjorie Dean High School Senior 2011-06-06T02:00:09.407Z She made everything ready; knew she could change her dress in five minutes; and went down to the kitchen about ten o'clock; she could not stay any longer away from the scene of action. A Letter of Credit 2011-05-20T02:00:40.410Z Daily News," as follows, was published on Saturday, 15th September: "At Little Waltham I found myself close to the scene of action. The Invasion 2011-05-20T02:00:29.260Z The stranger glances his eye over the scene of action. The International Monthly, Volume 4, No. 1, August, 1851 2011-05-18T02:00:11.200Z He ascended with Helen to the roof of the watch-tower, which commanded a very extensive view of the scene of action, and looked listlessly upon the animated landscape. Trevethlan: (Vol 2 of 3) A Cornish Story. 2011-05-16T02:00:19.270Z Whether consternation deadened his physical suffering, or his ankle, from the rest it had had, was really less painful, Mr. Chattaway contrived to get pretty comfortably to the scene of action. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z Cameras were levelled in several places at the scene of action. Royal Highness 2011-05-05T02:00:22.363Z By eight, I was off in my car for the scene of action, for rumours of fighting near Harlow had already begun to come in. The Invasion 2011-05-20T02:00:29.260Z The silence was succeeded by wild shouts of enthusiasm, and soon we were on our way to the scene of action. E.P. Roe: Reminiscences of his Life 2011-05-05T02:00:19.377Z And he could also see that those at the train had gathered in a throng on that side toward the scene of action, as though deeply interested in the outcome. The Boy Scouts Under Fire in Mexico 2011-05-02T02:00:18.793Z Some of the invited guests were keeping warm in the house, and others strolled out to the scene of action. For the School Colours 2011-04-28T02:00:12.693Z What does this mean?" asked Br�sig when he saw the schoolmaster arrive on the scene of action.--" An Old Story of My Farming Days Vol. II (of III). (Ut Mine Stromtid) 2011-04-14T02:00:41.313Z The Militia, including battalions of the Liverpool Regiment, the South Lancashire Regiment, the Lancashire Fusiliers, and other regiments in the command, were hurried to the scene of action outside Sheffield. The Invasion 2011-05-20T02:00:29.260Z But the pretext for the arrest was now so flimsy that in making it he would have many difficulties to face—especially when I brought General von Erlanger on to the scene of action. By Wit of Woman 2011-04-13T02:00:13.247Z Fontaine, instead of adapting the incidents to Parisian manners, like Moliere and Regnard, in their delightful imitations of Plautus, has retained the ancient names, and scene of action. History of Roman Literature from its Earliest Period to the Augustan Age. Volume I 2011-04-03T02:00:22.843Z They hurried off at once to the island, to survey the scene of action. For the School Colours 2011-04-28T02:00:12.693Z We lit our lanterns and hurried to the scene of action, but, beyond trying to separate them with long poles, it was little we could do. McClure's Magazine, Vol. 1, No. 3, August, 1893 2011-03-20T02:00:35.193Z Thus they arrived on the scene of action. Story of My Life, volumes 1-3 2011-03-20T02:00:26.607Z The lady was astonished and frightened, but had courage enough to rush towards the scene of action. The Funny Philosophers Wags and Sweethearts 2011-03-19T02:00:11.277Z And he sent Colonel Sumner with a company of regular cavalry to the scene of action. The Middle Period 1817-1858 2011-03-14T03:01:05.737Z We scrambled up the bank, and were making for the scene of action, when one of the river-officials ran hastily by in the direction of Iffley. Tales from Blackwood Volume 4 2011-03-04T03:00:58.347Z They hastened altogether to the scene of action, armed, some with guns, and the rest with stout bludgeons. Christmas Stories 2011-02-27T03:00:31.413Z Now and then he receives kindly warning of birds seen "over night" in some particular corner, and an offer to escort him to the scene of action without beat of drum. Mrs. Geoffrey 2011-02-27T03:00:29.460Z Pate and Wiggins rushed to the scene of action, and beheld the landlord, with loud and violent imprecations, kicking Captain Bragg's monkey out of a room. The Funny Philosophers Wags and Sweethearts 2011-03-19T02:00:11.277Z The Governor summoned a detachment of United States soldiers, and set out for the scene of action. The Middle Period 1817-1858 2011-03-14T03:01:05.737Z By means of the great river, which is linked with the canals of the Elbe and the Rhine, barges full of big guns and supplies had been conveyed to the scene of action. The Childrens' Story of the War, Volume 3 (of 10) 2011-02-26T03:00:45.583Z The alarm had been given at the barracks, and a troop of dragoons had been immediately ordered out, who had been directed by the firing to the scene of action. Christmas Stories 2011-02-27T03:00:31.413Z There is a great increase of simplicity, a great broadening of the scene of action. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 6 "English Language" to "Epsom Salts" 2011-02-19T03:00:59.807Z He immediately hastened to the scene of action, and beheld, with utter astonishment, the incapacity with which the siege was conducted. Harper's New Monthly Magazine No. XVI.?September, 1851?Vol. III. 2011-02-15T03:00:16.383Z The President sent General Gaines to the scene of action, and authorized him to place the militia of the Commonwealths adjoining Georgia in readiness for service. The Middle Period 1817-1858 2011-03-14T03:01:05.737Z The Princess, and Wanda also, received exact and detailed accounts of all that happened beyond the frontier, and constantly despatched messages to the scene of action themselves. Under a Charm, Vol. II. (of III) A Novel 2011-02-14T03:00:34.173Z They had accomplished whatever purpose had kept them near the field; and they were now en route for some more distant scene of action. The Guerilla Chief And other Tales 2011-02-10T03:00:53.627Z After taking coffee and refreshments, we drove down to the scene of action. Sketches in Canada, and rambles among the red men 2011-02-10T03:00:51.280Z They had been unusually quiet, but now the sound of raised voices drew Mr. Seton to the scene of action. The Setons 2011-02-10T03:00:48.400Z At the head of twenty men Captain Leeper started for the scene of action, but all he found was the dead body of the corporal, and that of Lawrence's horse. The Courier of the Ozarks 2011-02-09T03:00:43.267Z However, the true soldier mounted his horse and raced away immediately to the scene of action and death. The Niagara River 2011-02-08T03:00:09.703Z The morning was spent in reconnoitring,—the mendicant of whom we have spoken was Griso; the others were the villains whom he employed, to gain a more perfect knowledge of the scene of action. The Betrothed From the Italian of Alessandro Manzoni 2011-02-05T03:00:14.863Z It were not possible to catalogue all the scenes of action celebrated or perpetuated by Alexandre Dumas. Dumas' Paris 2011-02-02T03:00:23.057Z If it were so, he would only be sharing the fate of many high officers of State, who temporarily retire from the scene of action. No Surrender 2011-01-29T03:00:22.467Z General Bruce Hamilton's troops were accordingly despatched into the district round the scene of action. Two Years on Trek Being Some Account of the Royal Sussex Regiment in South Africa 2011-01-26T03:00:28.560Z The only saving clause in the affair was the fact that Mr. Flurry Knox was to meet us at the scene of action. Some Experiences of an Irish R.M. 2011-01-16T03:00:24.113Z The confused multitude at length reach the scene of action. The Betrothed From the Italian of Alessandro Manzoni 2011-02-05T03:00:14.863Z It would be unpardonable weakness, actual cowardice, he said to himself, to end the struggle for existence which he had hardly begun, by a flight from the scene of action. Quicksands 2011-01-15T03:00:33.213Z The bustle on deck brought Sir Henry Stanley to the scene of action; as he advanced, he was struck by the exclamations of— "Can it be?—Is it possible?" The Rival Crusoes The Ship Wreck also A Voyage to Norway; and The Fisherman's Cottage. 2011-01-06T03:00:54.123Z The royal throne stood at the south end of the House, near the Prince's Chamber. ground plan of the scene of action. What was the Gunpowder Plot? The Traditional Story Tested by Original Evidence 2011-01-03T03:01:06.770Z At the same moment, too, shouts and sounds from the town proclaimed that the townsfolk were coming to the scene of action. William Shakespeare as he lived. An Historical Tale 2011-01-01T03:00:20.833Z Mondejar's removal from the scene of action had not brought the remedy that Philip had expected. History of The Reign of Philip The Second King of Spain Volume The Third and Biographical & Critical Miscellanies The house of the Lord, or the temple, is the supposed scene of action, shewing the spiritual import of the transaction. An Amicable Controversy with a Jewish Rabbi, on The Messiah's Coming In the Grande Arm�e and in the French army of 1870 the officers of the general staff were often absent entirely from the scene of action. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 6 "Armour Plates" to "Arundel, Earls of" We are making great preparations to meet them by marching the militia of Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey down to the scene of action, and have made large requisitions upon New England. Familiar Letters of John Adams and His Wife Abigail Adams During the Revolution with a Memoir of Mrs. Adams Penology was, in fact, one of his hobbies, and some of the most powerful passages in his books are those which have their scene of action laid within the shadow of the gaol. In Jail with Charles Dickens So far as the struggle was between the French and the Five Nations, the scene of action was either the Ottawa river, or the angle between the Richelieu and the St. Lawrence. A Historical Geography of the British Colonies Vol. V, Canada—Part I, Historical After an hour's rest the men were sent down to the scene of action in light marching order. The history of Company C, Seventh Regiment, O.V.I At length, attracted by the heavy fire, he approached the scene of action in the centre, only in time to see that the position was broken through, and the lines no longer tenable. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 58, No. 362, December 1845 Stark mounted his horse and hastened to the scene of action. Sages and Heroes of the American Revolution Then, when the Spaniards had concentrated more than 10,000 troops at Bayamo for a supreme struggle the wily Maceo quietly and swiftly removed his forces to another scene of action. The History of Cuba, vol. 4 As they disappeared round the corner leading to the noisy scene of action, a quiet figure issued from beneath the wonderful arcades and approached in our direction. Glories of Spain One of Luther's oldest associates began the confusion, and Wittenberg itself was the scene of action of a wild commotion. Pictures of German Life in the XVth XVIth and XVIIth Centuries, Vol. I. Meantime, the farmer and his men steal over the hurdles and creep down the hedge toward the scene of action. Tom Brown at Rugby Anxious as were Messrs. Franklin, Dean and Lee to secure his services, they had not the means to convey him to the scene of action. Sages and Heroes of the American Revolution But a few minutes of such exertion were required to bring him to the scene of action, and swinging around the pine tree, he arrived at the very crisis of his son's peril. Ti-Ti-Pu A Boy of Red River "I will see that the fences are guarded," cried I, gratified at the prospect of being allowed upon the scene of action. X Y Z A Detective Story The bands had ceased playing, and noise and confusion resounded from the scene of action. The Progressionists, and Angela. Herbert and Gideon Spilett, who were just about to set out hunting, left their guns, Pencroft threw down his axe, and Harding and Neb joining their companions, all rushed towards the scene of action. Abandoned That must be the scene of action--yes, and see, some one in a mask has just leapt over the fence--doubtless to acquaint me with the result. The Dramatic Works of G. E. Lessing Miss Sara Sampson, Philotas, Emilia Galotti, Nathan the Wise At the very beginning of this fierce conflict, all the squirrels, except the father of the family, fled from the scene of action, and in five minutes they were safe in the nest. The Squirrels and other animals Illustrations of the habits and instincts of many of the smaller British quadrupeds She was soon restored to the wished-for scene of action. Lives of Celebrated Women Mr. Seicht also hurried to the scene of action, and his shrill voice could be heard high above the noise and confusion. The Progressionists, and Angela. Started at 7 A. M. Heavy firing in front, and at 10 A. M. we came up to the scene of action. An Artilleryman's Diary "Well," she said, when the silence threatened to become embarrassing, "what's the news from the scene of action?" Thirty But as a statesman, his chief and unconquerable misfortune was the narrowness of his scene of action. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 57, No. 354, April 1845 Colonel Lamb had now reached the scene of action, as had about two hundred volunteers. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools In the heat of dispute, quite a storm of oaths and ugly epithets, yes, and of blows too, rages, and many is the voter who retires from the scene of action with a bloody head. The Progressionists, and Angela. The Jesuits, finding him opposed to their plans, determined to remove him from the scene of action. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, No. 22, March, 1852, Volume 4. Only a bend in the road hid from them the scene of action. In the Whirl of the Rising Meanwhile the Baggara horsemen had left the actual scene of action, and were now scattered about the town looting, robbing, breaking into houses, wounding people, and seizing women, slaves, ornaments, &c. Ten Years' Captivity in the Mahdi's Camp 1882-1892 He, too, heard the note of alarm, and mustering his recruits marched off with three field-pieces for the scene of action. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools "The Goddess of Atvatabar," like the works already mentioned, is a production of imagination and sentiment, the scene of action being laid in the interior of the earth. The Goddess of Atvatabar Being the history of the discovery of the interior world and conquest of Atvatabar The scene of action is laid in Cappadocia and the district of the Euphrates. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 4 "Diameter" to "Dinarchus" In the spring of 1867 Dr. Howe determined to visit Greece, in order to have a nearer view of the scene of action. Reminiscences, 1819-1899 His own personal example of absolutely unremitting attendance on the scene of action, entitled him to rebuke slackness. The Life of William Ewart Gladstone (Vol 2 of 3) At this critical juncture, Breyman's tardy reinforcement came, making its way heavily and slowly to the scene of action, joined by many of the enemy who had fled. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools Constantine, though no longer associated on the throne, was still affianced to Anna, but an early death removed him from the scene of action and the intrigues of the court. Women of Early Christianity It was a fine night of autumn; the last faint sunlight was yet struggling with the coming darkness, as I rode at a brisk trot down the main street towards the scene of action. Maurice Tiernay Soldier of Fortune So, far I had got when we went to visit the scene of action. Library of the World's Best literature, Ancient and Modern, Vol. 12 We ascertain the distance from the scene of action to the forest boundary. Crécy They lay all night on their arms, within half a mile of the scene of action, prepared to renew the assault upon the camp in the morning. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools The nearest of the detachments in the country was too distant to reach the scene of action in time to take part in the impending struggle. Rulers of India: Lord Clive Might have expected it; they'll be coming to look over the scene of action and pick up the pieces. World of the Drone When duty calls, he takes the air line to the scene of action. Grenfell: Knight-Errant of the North He then chose McNulty and Bernstein, and the two companies, Pat at the head of one and Upton at the head of the other, started at the Scout pace for the scene of action. The Boy Scouts in A Trapper's Camp Putting spurs to his horse, he dashed into the scene of action, and was received with acclamation. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools A sharp ride of a few moments brought the cavalry to the scene of action. The Fourth Massachusetts Cavalry in the Closing Scenes of the War for the Maintenance of the Union, from Richmond to Appomatox Here she was back at his elbow, and he was not even allowed to hector Sue for her awkwardness and abuse her sleeves, he was withdrawn so swiftly from the scene of action. Leonore Stubbs I thanked him for his sorrow, but he continued following me towards the scene of action, and at last again broke silence. Memoirs of the Extraordinary Military Career of John Shipp Late a Lieut. in His Majesty's 87th Regiment He then embraced me cordially, concealed the axe beneath his mantle, and departed for the mountains, intending to cross the lake to a point not distant from the scene of action. Tales from Blackwood, Volume 1 At this moment Washington himself arrived at the scene of action, having galloped from the by-road in advance of his troops. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools The President is glad that you are hastening to the scene of action. The Struggle for Missouri One of our gunboats reached the scene of action just in time to also become a prey to the flames. Uncle Daniel's Story Of "Tom" Anderson And Twenty Great Battles I looked on at a short distance from the scene of action, and a desperate hard struggle it was. Memoirs of the Extraordinary Military Career of John Shipp Late a Lieut. in His Majesty's 87th Regiment In this dilemma, she resolved to accompany him to the scene of action, and there to watch the revolutions of the wheel of fortune, if peradventure anything in her favour might turn up. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 11 Before the brigade detached by Washington arrived at the scene of action, therefore, the enemy had retreated. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools Or, so the coroner gathered from the direction which Mr. Byrd's eye took in its travels over the scene of action, and the diagram which he hastily drew on the back of an envelope. Hand and Ring While the conflict rages fresh clouds of snow rise in other directions and rush to the scene of action. In the Brooding Wild We pursued them many miles from the scene of action; they, in their flight, burning the barracks and adjacent villages. Memoirs of the Extraordinary Military Career of John Shipp Late a Lieut. in His Majesty's 87th Regiment They succeeded in getting it up to within half a mile of the scene of action a little after sunrise. The Battle of the Big Hole A History of General Gibbon's Engagement with Nez Percés Indians in the Big Hole Valley, Montana, August 9th, 1877. Washington, with his aides-de-camp and some of his general officers, galloped to the summit of a hill, and anxiously reconnoitred the scene of action with a glass. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools When I arrived on the scene of action, I found a number of women, of good standing in the community, trying to get men to vote against license. The Daughter of a Republican "Did the fellow give you much trouble, Kelly?" asks Ronayne, who in his secret soul is bitterly regretful he had not been on the scene of action. Rossmoyne Even Peel's genius proved incompetent to settle a problem of local politics, three thousand miles away from the scene of action. British Supremacy & Canadian Self-Government, 1839-1854 The infantry had become so exhausted when they reached the scene of action, that they were unable to fight as they otherwise would have done. The Black Phalanx African American soldiers in the War of Independence, the War of 1812, and the Civil War Morgan's riflemen, following up their advantage with too much eagerness, became likewise scattered, and a strong reinforcement of royalists arriving on the scene of action, the Americans, in their turn, were obliged to give way. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools It appeared that Mr. Hanway went to the scene of action on a sorrel horse, in his shirt-sleeves, with a felt hat on, and did not join the Deputy in attempting to kidnap when commanded. The Trial of Theodore Parker For the "Misdemeanor" of a Speech in Faneuil Hall against Kidnapping, before the Circuit Court of the United States, at Boston, April 3, 1855, with the Defence An unforeseen accident fortunately prevented their reaching the scene of action in time, or it is very possible that their journey might have terminated then and there in martyrdom, in spite of Buddhistic toleration. The International Monthly, Volume 5, No. 3, March, 1852 The navy then retired from the scene of action, and General Shafter was left to his own devices—and deplorably weak and ineffective they proved to be. Campaigning in Cuba On the storekeeper's departure, the shack became a scene of action. The Plow-Woman Although the details of the work were assumed by the younger members of the board, she was always on the scene of action early enough to look over the ground before the battle opened. The Life and Work of Susan B. Anthony (Volume 2 of 2) Including Public Addresses, Her Own Letters and Many From Her Contemporaries During Fifty Years And it was the sixth battery that was selected as the scene of action for this young man's talents! Jena or Sedan? From this point, most of the men were carried in transports to the scene of action. Hero Stories from American History For Elementary Schools We must soon have something definite from the scene of action. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital And now it was his turn to describe, to vivify the scene of action. The German Classics, v. 20 Masterpieces of German Literature Eating a hasty breakfast, I started toward the scene of action, determined to ascertain the cause of the unusual uproar. In The Ranks From the Wilderness to Appomattox Court House The scene of action was an immense dismantled room. The Grandee In Honolulu, so near the scene of action, German and American young men fell to blows in the street. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 17 (of 25) Even civilians, by hundreds, are hurrying with shot-guns and pistols to the scene of action, and field officers are galloping through the streets. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital Bob dropped the conductor pipe in exhausted relief and flew to the scene of action. Exit Betty Heavy firing could be heard in the direction of our right flank, and we were hurrying toward the scene of action, to strengthen the threatened point. In The Ranks From the Wilderness to Appomattox Court House But now, seeing the soldiers whom he had been at such pains to bring to the scene of action in ignominious retreat, he threw himself on his horse and labored with desperation to rally them. History of the Rise of the Huguenots Volume 2 Samoa, 37 the most important group still independent, and one immediately threatened with aggression, was chosen for the scene of action. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 17 (of 25) Reinforcements are flying to the scene of action. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital He sprang to his horse with a shout of wild enthusiasm, and rode off toward the scene of action. Cyrus the Great Makers of History The incident would not have caused any special notice, had it not been so unexpected, on account of our distance from the scene of action. In The Ranks From the Wilderness to Appomattox Court House The mouth of the Findhorn is described as the most important scene of action. The Rain Cloud or, An Account of the Nature, Properties, Dangers and Uses of Rain in Various Parts of the World There finally appeared on the scene of action a man of destiny. History of Human Society We arrived at Brussels on the evening of the 17th, and at seven o'clock started for the scene of action. Before and after Waterloo Letters from Edward Stanley, sometime Bishop of Norwich (1802; 1814; 1816) Only we feel this, that the scene of action which he sees with the inner eye of the soul has now become as black as the external scene of which he makes use. Sleep Walking and Moon Walking A Medico-Literary Study Duncan hurried to the scene of action as soon as he returned from New York to Cairo. A Captain in the Ranks A Romance of Affairs He immediately hastened to the scene of action, and in riding up to the front, and passing Colonel McReynolds, some distance ahead of his troops, ordered him to go back and hurry up his brigade. The Continental Monthly, Vol. 4, No. 5, November, 1863 The proprietor couldn’t reach the scene of action, but he was able to make his voice heard to the effect that everything broken must be paid for. Walter Pieterse A Story of Holland They could not reach the scene of action so swiftly as the flying men but the former would be able to hold the foe in action until the heavier ships should arrive. Aircraft and Submarines The Story of the Invention, Development, and Present-Day Uses of War's Newest Weapons As he neared the scene of action, the tired man condoled with himself over the untimely excitement that awaited him. The Doctor's Family Upon the following morning they started for the scene of action. The Cat of Bubastes A Tale of Ancient Egypt We felt we had arrived at a good moment, and were prepared to hasten in the morning to the scene of action, thirsting with excitement. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine — Volume 57, No. 351, January 1845 Our contraband is a woman, and she comes upon the scene of action in this wise, retrospectively. Shoulder-Straps A Novel of New York and the Army, 1862 They could see nothing of the scene of action, and de Spain was forced in idleness to curb his impatience. Nan of Music Mountain People who organize and carry through revolutions generally begin by cutting the telegraph wires, with a view to isolating the scene of action. The Red Hand of Ulster We don't want her rushing to the scene of action when we butcher her child. Blue-grass and Broadway Already the cannonade had commenced, and we hastened to the scene of action. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine — Volume 57, No. 351, January 1845 The delivering host drew nigh, and then at a respectable distance halted and surveyed the scene of action. Among the Brigands The eldest child, also a daughter, had attempted to escape by concealing herself in a hollow log, a few rods from the scene of action. Chronicles of Border Warfare or, a History of the Settlement by the Whites, of North-Western Virginia, and of the Indian Wars and Massacres in that section of the Indian Wars and Massacres in that section of the State Town life has always had an attraction for those whose energy requires a wide scene of action. Literary Tours in The Highlands and Islands of Scotland His little band put spurs to their horses and hastened to the scene of action. Ferdinand De Soto, The Discoverer of the Mississippi American Pioneers and Patriots They were hastening down to be nearer the scene of action. The Traitors Barnabas, hurrying to the scene of action, called Jud off and reprimanded him for fighting a smaller boy, which hurt David far more than did the pummeling he had received. David Dunne A Romance of the Middle West A party of men equipped themselves and went immediately to the scene of action; but the Indians had hastened homeward, as soon as they perpetrated their horrid cruelties. Chronicles of Border Warfare or, a History of the Settlement by the Whites, of North-Western Virginia, and of the Indian Wars and Massacres in that section of the Indian Wars and Massacres in that section of the State The soldiers thereupon proceeded to the indicated scene of action; I saw the noble warriors gallop past our house “in arms and eager for the fray.” Adventures and Recollections And then the hot excitement seizes upon us all, and, as we hear the unmistakable grunting, squealing, and hough-houghing of pigs, we plunge madly down to the scene of action. Brighter Britain! (Volume 1 of 2) or Settler and Maori in Northern New Zealand She had heard the report of our guns, and hastened to the scene of action, just in the very nick of time to save us. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume VI Cautiously the little company pushed on to the scene of action. The Cabin on the Prairie Smith and his men took possession of the arms, and raised a loud shout, before the soldiers of the garrison could learn the cause of the alarm, or get to the scene of action. Chronicles of Border Warfare or, a History of the Settlement by the Whites, of North-Western Virginia, and of the Indian Wars and Massacres in that section of the Indian Wars and Massacres in that section of the State She wrote at once for particulars, and after some correspondence and a visit to the scene of action, announced her scheme to the school. The Madcap of the School A minute later and I come out upon the scene of action. Brighter Britain! (Volume 1 of 2) or Settler and Maori in Northern New Zealand Not a week had elapsed before ten of the dozen were on the scene of action. Bert Wilson on the Gridiron Your Majesty can hardly be expected to estimate, at a distance from the immediate scene of action, the effect of the event of that evening. The Letters of Queen Victoria : A Selection from Her Majesty's Correspondence between the Years 1837 and 1861 Volume 3, 1854-1861 Washington, with his aides, was approaching the scene of action, when he met a little fifer boy who archly observed: "They are all coming this way, your honor." From Farm House to the White House The life of George Washington, his boyhood, youth, manhood, public and private life and services Taking torchlights, ready but not switched on, they stole from the tent towards the scene of action. The Madcap of the School In another moment the door was partly thrown open, and a young soldier, evidently fresh from the scene of action, came in. Penshurst Castle In the Days of Sir Philip Sidney Meantime a strange man lifted the latch of the kitchen door, and carefully closing it after him, remained upon the scene of action. Say and Seal, Volume II The two gentlemen accordingly threaded their way to the scene of action; passing, among others, Squire Deacon and Mr. Simlins whom Mr. Linden greeted together. Say and Seal, Volume I "I do, Lisardo—but see we are just entering the smoke and bustle of London; and in ten minutes shall have reached the scene of action." Bibliomania; or Book-Madness A Bibliographical Romance With this preliminary statement, we proceed at once to the scene of action. Rambles in the Islands of Corsica and Sardinia with Notices of their History, Antiquities, and Present Condition. By the time the scene of action was transferred to Peking in order to secure the confirmation of the central government, the Anfu regime was no more, and as yet no confirmation has been secured. China, Japan and the U.S.A. Present-Day Conditions in the Far East and Their Bearing on the Washington Conference When he reached her side, he found she had recovered full consciousness, and was preparing to answer the questions of a police superintendent, who, summoned by the bankers, had hastened to the scene of action. Messengers of Evil Being a Further Account of the Lures and Devices of Fantômas And the doctor, raising his eyebrows a little, and dropping his concern, offered his arm to Faith to go to the scene of action. Say and Seal, Volume I Trees fly by; desert patches of ground whirl from under; versts are as nothing to these spirited steeds and their spirited masters, and in an hour or so the grand scene of action is reached. The Land of Thor Not only does the whole character of the fragment and its scene of action favour this supposition, but there is also another factor which corroborates it. Atheism in Pagan Antiquity Engadine was fitted out as a carrier in the first month of the war, it was expressly stated by the Admiralty that her business was to carry torpedo seaplanes to the scene of action. The War in the Air; Vol. 1 The Part played in the Great War by the Royal Air Force If you want to be on the scene of action to-night at twelve, you must get leave from your editor, mustn't you? The Red Triangle Being Some Further Chronicles of Martin Hewitt, Investigator Here was the scene of action for the two ladies. Say and Seal, Volume I We accordingly regaled ourselves at a very snug house, nearly opposite Bilger's, until about half after six, when I again repaired to the scene of action, leaving Bromley, as at first, posted at the door. The American Quarterly Review, No. 17, March 1831 Public sympathy was with the Cubans, and news from the front was so much desired that enterprising papers sent their correspondents to the scene of action. The New Nation Offensive action in collaboration with ships of war was impeded by the imperfect structure of the seaplanes and the imperfect arrangements for conveying them to the scene of action. The War in the Air; Vol. 1 The Part played in the Great War by the Royal Air Force New Orleans was now the scene of action for me! The Quadroon Adventures in the Far West Despite the cordial reception given, Porter was in haste to reach his scene of action in the North and sailed again on the 22d. Admiral Farragut They pressed on, therefore, through the gloomy streets, guiding their way toward the scene of action by the glare of the fires upon the sky, and by the sounds of the distant tumult and din. Romulus Makers of History Moreover, he shared the Boy's anxiety for his three picked men; and a shot fired, being tantamount to a declaration of hostilities, justified immediate advance to the scene of action. Captain Desmond, V.C. Charles himself commanded the second column, which was only fifty yards behind the first, but, by the time he arrived on the scene of action, there was nothing left to be done. The Red True Story Book It contained good news, and yet it took him to task for his negligence; he would have to come down to the scene of action at once. Sentimental Education, Volume II The History of a Young Man Thus it happened that only a few troops were hurried to the scene of action. The Watchers of the Plains A Tale of the Western Prairies A few minutes later half a dozen constables in silent shoes were on their way to the scene of action. The Slave of Silence It was plain, too, that the recent departure of the punchers for the scene of action, instead of reassuring Bud, had greatly increased his anxiety. Shoe-Bar Stratton They ran forward at the top of their speed, hoping to reach the scene of action before the arrest was fairly consummated, but in this they were also disappointed. Golden Days for Boys and Girls Volume VIII, No 25: May 21, 1887 A sleek, shy colt was suddenly inducted into the scene of action. Penny of Top Hill Trail At the first blow she had started to the scene of action. The Wind Before the Dawn She had waited only to slip on a double-gown, and, seizing the first article fit for offensive service, which proved to be a feather duster, she hurried to the scene of action. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 18, No. 109, November, 1866 The steam yacht continued on, and remained near the scene of action. Famous Privateersmen and Adventurers of the Sea Their rovings, cruises, escapades, and fierce battling upon the ocean for patriotism and for treasure This would have given Cullison time to reach the scene of action. Crooked Trails and Straight The university barge, and all the other barges, were decked with flags, and the band was playing lively airs as the St. Ambrose crew reached the scene of action. Tom Brown at Oxford Calms, and a strong current setting to the northward, detained the ship near the scene of action for several days. Borneo and the Indian Archipelago with drawings of costume and scenery The frigate having convoyed the Alabama outside the limit of French waters, with characteristic neutrality, steamed back into port without delay; the yacht remained in proximity to the scene of action. The Story of the Kearsarge and Alabama Jean Bart hastened to the scene of action, enrolled in the Dutch cause, and fought with them for five full years. Famous Privateersmen and Adventurers of the Sea Their rovings, cruises, escapades, and fierce battling upon the ocean for patriotism and for treasure The second part began with the arrival of Napoleon on the scene of action towards the end of April and lasted to the conclusion of an armistice on June 4. The Political History of England - Vol XI From Addington's Administration to the close of William IV.'s Reign (1801-1837) As regards numbers or our scene of action I haven't the remotest idea at present. Wilmshurst of the Frontier Force Mitchell at length gave in, but he was able to walk away, which was not the case with the victor, who was put to bed at the house next the scene of action. The Mirror of Taste, and Dramatic Censor Vol I, No. 2, February 1810 "And read his description of the scene of action?" A Pirate of Parts Mac and his mates returned to their first scene of action and continued to guard the communication sap. The Tale of a Trooper To appreciate the justice of this suspicion, we thought of making the support of the hive of glass, and of placing ourselves below to see what passed in the scene of action. New observations on the natural history of bees The moment the scene of action was reached, nothing was allowed to stand in the way of access to the actual seat of the fire, and nothing either in securing a supply of water. Fire Prevention and Fire Extinction Far from the scene of action, they might be persuaded that the Anabaptists and the discontented soldiers had leagued together, and that the warnings of the 'Sealed Knot' might be set at naught. The Quarterly Review, Volume 162, No. 324, April, 1886 The object of these fierce combats was to capture and bind the bear, and to carry him in triumph from the scene of action! Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 2 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History It was at this point that Gordon arrived from Tientsin, and reached the scene of action just as the arrangements for attacking the important village of Tsingpu were being completed. The Life of Gordon, Volume I This vessel had reached the scene of action before the rest of the flotilla, and by order of the army commander tested the strength of the fort by a day's cannonade. The Naval History of the United States Volume 2 Volcanic phenomena being common to that region, no fears were entertained by the inhabitants in the vicinity; and an excursion party even started from Batavia to visit the scene of action. Complete Story of the San Francisco Horror Don was extending a left hand, funereally wrapped in a black silk handkerchief, further along the window-seat and away from the scene of action. Left Guard Gilbert In other words, the nearer we came to the scene of action, the greater was the enthusiasm of the French people over our arrival. In the Flash Ranging Service Observations of an American Soldier During His Service With the A.E.F. in France At last we got up to the junction of the creek, and steaming through the Imperial, and other boats, we came on the scene of action. The Life of Gordon, Volume I Meanwhile the corvette "Louisiana" had come down to the scene of action, and in the subsequent engagements did some effective work. The Naval History of the United States Volume 2 A. P. Hill, with five of his brigades, reached the scene of action and drove the enemy from the position they had taken. Robert Toombs Statesman, Speaker, Soldier, Sage The colonel quitted his love for the moment, and hurried to the distant table; while Miss Baker, removing her handkerchief, sat up and gazed at the scene of action. The Bertrams Washington, hearing the firing, rode with speed towards the scene of action. An Historical Account of the Settlements of Scotch Highlanders in America They were getting their spirits back now as they neared the real scene of action. The Search Hardly was this operation accomplished, when two sail were sighted, bearing rapidly down upon the scene of action. The Naval History of the United States Volume 2 Now, with all these “big” scenes filmed, the more difficult work of making the individual scenes of action came to the fore. Ruth Fielding on the St. Lawrence The Queer Old Man of the Thousand Islands The traveller hoped, by nearing the scene of action, to manage to escape. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Oglethorpe, with the two platoons, did not reach the scene of action, since called the "Bloody Marsh," until the victory was won. An Historical Account of the Settlements of Scotch Highlanders in America I do believe I’ll have to come and spend my nights with you or I’ll never be on the scene of action at the most interesting time!” The Dragon's Secret When the Duke was informed of the attack he hastened to the scene of action and placed two British divisions in reserve, to support the Spaniards, but did not allow them to come into action. The Greville Memoirs A Journal of the Reigns of King George IV and King William IV, Vol. I Armed, therefore, with a ticket, I proceeded, viâ the North London Railway, to the scene of action. Mystic London: or, Phases of occult life in the metropolis When the steamer's port boat saw that the schooner was cornered, she began to pull towards the scene of action. All Adrift or The Goldwing Club Some young warriors set out for Micanopy's camp and forced him to come with them to the scene of action. Four American Indians King Philip, Pontiac, Tecumseh, Osceola Now it was afternoon, and the girls, released from their tasks, had flown to the scene of action. Peggy My gentle esquire came to acquaint me with it, and brought me back to the scene of action. Memoirs Of Fanny Hill A New and Genuine Edition from the Original Text (London, 1749) He tore into the scene of action, looking for the ball. The Idler Magazine, Volume III, June 1893 An Illustrated Monthly A study is to be considered as a means of bringing the child to realize the social scene of action. Moral Principles in Education Having only myself and the boy to propel my boat, we did not reach the scene of action so soon as the rest. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol. 3, July, 1851 His coming out was a complete surprise for the Americans, and found them quite unprepared, with some of their best ships far from the scene of action. Famous Sea Fights From Salamis to Tsu-Shima The tank, in turn, had to be filled by a bucket brigade strung along from the scene of action to the village fountain, about a quarter of a mile away. The Stars and Stripes The American Soldiers' Newspaper of World War I, 1918-1919 The time came for a change in the scene of action, the art resources of a small provincial town were exhausted, and the necessity arose for thorough academic training elsewhere. Overbeck About five hours later, the scene of action was suddenly transferred to a region with its centre at C on the north-east margin. A Study of Recent Earthquakes We are all going four or five miles through this warm sun to be nearer the scene of action. A Confederate Girl's Diary We had anticipated much of Kandy, Ceylon's ancient capital and the scene of action in the days of the old Kandyan kings. Travels in the Far East Larkyns, being, as I mentioned before, signal midshipman, had gone down to report the fact of our being close up with the wreck to Captain Farmer, who now appeared on the scene of action. Crown and Anchor Under the Pen'ant They went to the point indicated, keeping behind the trees; for Deck did not wish the Confederates to draw any inference from his appearance so near the scene of action. A Lieutenant at Eighteen What could I say about one who had studied pharmacy, dissection, written a few poems, and then left the scene of action? Lippincott's Magazine, Vol. 26, August, 1880 of Popular Literature and Science Captain Willock took the helm, and the two midshipmen, with Joe Hudson and the Malay, each seizing an oar, away they pulled at a pretty good speed from the scene of action. The Three Midshipmen But both of them had been foiled; though, if my father had not arrived at the scene of action when he did, I might not have been privileged to tell my story. Up the River or, Yachting on the Mississippi How can they possibly have the means at their command like the man on the scene of action, one whom they themselves have selected for his supposed capacity? Crown and Anchor Under the Pen'ant At this time Major Lyon, in obedience to an order from Captain Woodbine, with his entire squadron galloped upon the scene of action. A Lieutenant at Eighteen In less time than it takes to tell it; there were no Filipinos on the scene of action, excepting the dead and wounded. Bamboo Tales Suddenly he saw the ill-omened fin of a shark rising above the water at no great distance off, and then his snout appeared, and his wicked eyes were visible surveying the scene of action. The Three Midshipmen “Forward!” cried their commanders; and they pushed on at a rate which quickly brought them close to the scene of action. The Three Commanders The scene of action is alternately Memphis and Thebes and the story belongs to the period when the Pharaohs sat on the throne. The Standard Operaglass Detailed Plots of One Hundred and Fifty-one Celebrated Operas Therefore, in order to even matters a little, I decided to take a hand in the game, and forthwith started at a run for the scene of action. Through Veld and Forest An African Story Sever arrived on the scene of action with flashing eyes and set jaws, determined to die with his men. Bamboo Tales Already Ben Bowman and the two deck-hands were rushing to her assistance, and before we could reach the scene of action they had grappled with Leeds, and released Chloe. Down South or, Yacht Adventure in Florida Fighting, however, was rarely possible; for on reaching the scene of action they found nothing but mangled corpses and burning houses. A Half Century of Conflict - Volume I France and England in North America The fresh columns were numerous and brave, but they arrived too late at the scene of action. Germany, Bohemia, and Hungary, Visited in 1837. Vol. II He was feverish and ill, excited by news of turmoils at home, and wished to be on the scene of action; this would have been a true and sufficient ground for his request. The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte Vol. I. (of IV.) The granite was quarried in the neighbourhood, but was no more prompt in arriving at the scene of action than the coal and cement that came all the way from England. Chatterbox, 1906 It would not do to bring him any nearer the scene of action, as the bees might take a fancy to revenge themselves by stinging him. The Desert Home The Adventures of a Lost Family in the Wilderness From the dais-end of the hall, where on other days the Benchers' table stands, you may well take a preliminary survey of the scene of action. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science, Vol. 12, No. 32, November, 1873 It is too far from his scene of action; his influence was almost local—it was a personal influence and died at his death. There was a King in Egypt "When do you start for the scene of action?" Lalage's Lovers Such were the hasty questions put by old Farmer Nye and his family, as they gathered around the scene of action. Cruel As The Grave After that some Indians came on the scene of action, fierce red men of the forest, and their language was decidedly Jabberwocky. A Little Girl in Old New York This assured me that Harry had escaped and that Toko had reached the scene of action. Adventures in Africa By an African Trader After I had quitted the scene of action at the priory, and at your desire left the Rookwood party masters of the field, I fled with the rest of the crew towards the rocks. Rookwood The Spectator says: 'Here we have a story of adventure, the scene of action being what is called the educational ladder. Adventures in Many Lands The lady, however, having escaped from the scene of action, conferred her hand on Kalergy, whose fame as a soldier far eclipsed that of the two rivals. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine - Volume 55, No. 344, June, 1844 To emerge from the cabin and rush on deck was the work of a moment, and I reached the scene of action just as the loaded guns were being run out. The Pirate Slaver A Story of the West African Coast The man had been rowed to the scene of action by two Malays from a large junk, or Chinese vessel, which lay in the offing. Under the Waves Diving in Deep Waters Ladies told tales of their carriages being stopped by disguised individuals of courteous bearing and marked politeness, who with the most amiable apologies turned their horses' heads from the scene of action. A History of the Four Georges, Volume II Other engines, whose stations lay nearer to the scene of action, were already pumping volumes of water into the flames. The Thorogood Family Dale and his men were quickly on the scene of action, and had their engine soon at work. Fighting the Flames All eyes were eagerly turned in that direction, and a general exclamation of thankfulness escaped, as Milly was seen running towards the scene of action. The Eagle Cliff A., facing me, saw from my expression that something had happened, and, with the instinct of a sportsman, began to pull in his sash-cord and coil it neatly out of the scene of action. Lines in Pleasant Places Being the Aftermath of an Old Angler The scenes of action lie in the British Islands. Lavengro The Scholar, the Gypsy, the Priest He had tripped over a stone at starting, and when he gathered himself up and ran to the scene of action, the turtles were in full retreat. Lost in the Forest Wandering Will's Adventures in South America The merit we noticed in Fiesco, the fidelity with which the scene of action is brought before us, is observable to a still greater degree in Don Carlos. The Life of Friedrich Schiller Comprehending an Examination of His Works This expedition involved a preliminary walk of four miles, which they all preferred to being driven to the scene of action in a dog-cart. The Eagle Cliff In the course of an hour, four gentlemen, nicely equipped with spinning rods, arrived at the scene of action, and paid out in the orthodox way at the head of the weir. Lines in Pleasant Places Being the Aftermath of an Old Angler Loungers by the harbour, perceiving a disturbance, were running towards the scene of action. The Albert Gate Mystery Being Further Adventures of Reginald Brett, Barrister Detective Troops were organised, equipped, and marched for the scene of action. Diary in America, Series Two Miranda, at that, had insisted upon changing seats, thereby getting herself nearer the horse, and the scene of action. Marcia Schuyler But a fresh person appeared on the scene of action, whose shrill screams told her name better than anything. Yr Ynys Unyg The Lonely Island So sudden and silent had been the rising, that they had only just before reached the scene of action when the lugger ran alongside. The Rival Crusoes Satan, with all evil spirits, is removed from the scene of action. Quiet Talks on the Crowned Christ of Revelation We rushed to the piazza whence the scene of action might be beheld, and another shot from my vessel seemed to indicate that she was the aggressor. Captain Canot or, Twenty Years of an African Slaver I never stayed to discuss probabilities, or enter into conjectures as to my chances of reaching the scene of action. Wonderful Adventures of Mrs. Seacole in Many Lands This would prove useful in case there arose a sudden necessity for his presence, and that of Lil Artha, on the scene of action. Pathfinder or, The Missing Tenderfoot The scenery improved in beauty every yard that we advanced; but our attention was drawn from it by the increase of yelling as we approached the scene of action. The Expedition to Borneo of H.M.S. Dido For the Suppression of Piracy Then the evil one will be removed from the scene of action, the Holy Spirit will have been poured out upon all flesh, and so the moral veil now upon men's eyes will be removed. Quiet Talks on the Crowned Christ of Revelation The bartender was at the other end of the bar, far away from the scene of action. Pagan Passions On the following day, directly I heard of the armistice, I hastened to the scene of action, anxious to see once more the faces of those who had been so kind to me in life. Wonderful Adventures of Mrs. Seacole in Many Lands Baseball Joe in the Central League or Making Good as a Professional Pitcher In this volume the scene of action is shifted from Yale College to a baseball league of our central states. Ruth Fielding and the Gypsies The Missing Pearl Necklace The hand of the assassin removed Lincoln from the scene of action at a time when North and South alike stood most in need of his kind heart, tact, and firmness. History of the United States, Volume 4 Now that generation has moved off the scene of action. Quiet Talks on the Crowned Christ of Revelation Had Smith reached the scene of action at morning instead of noon, he, too, might have shared the general fate, and a far different page of history been written. Four Years in Rebel Capitals An Inside View of Life in the Southern Confederacy from Birth to Death It was not long before our progress was arrested by the cavalry pickets closely stationed to stop all stragglers and spectators from reaching the scene of action. Wonderful Adventures of Mrs. Seacole in Many Lands Nothing daunted by the arrival on the scene of action of a new opponent, he broke through the Russian line, captured the fortress of Unzala, and devastated Avaria. Life of Schamyl And Narrative of the Circassian War of Independence Against Russia This able and trusty officer hurried to the scene of action in an ambulance, studying maps as he went. History of the United States, Volume 4 She had no idea who these persons were who had come upon the scene of action at such an untimely moment. Mary Louise and Josie O'Gorman So near was the scene of action to the house of Capt. The Naval History of the United States Volume 1 I attended to the wounds of many French and Sardinians, and helped to lift them into the ambulances, which came tearing up to the scene of action. Wonderful Adventures of Mrs. Seacole in Many Lands "Certainly," said Rivers, and the trio started for the scene of action. The Expressman and the Detective Meanwhile upon the scene of action Polly had been the first to recover her wits. Peggy Stewart at School With a clear right-of-way, their high-power machine swept past ammunition and food trains—long strings of powerful motor trucks driving toward the scene of action. The Brighton Boys in the Radio Service Not wishing to engage a second adversary while his ship was crowded with prisoners, Lawrence immediately left the scene of action, and laid his course for home. The Naval History of the United States Volume 1 Nor was the thievery confined altogether to the professionals, who had crowded to this scene of action from the cities and islands of the Mediterranean. Wonderful Adventures of Mrs. Seacole in Many Lands The Vice-President and I drove over from Chestnut Hill, put up our team at the Rising Sun, and took up our position as near the probable scene of action as was prudent. The Expressman and the Detective For previous to that event the convention was so near the scene of action that they must have been acquainted with every occurrence. The Campaign of 1776 around New York and Brooklyn As it was, the commander of the Union army was on the north side of the Chickahominy, many miles from the scene of action, and no order for a forward movement was given. Three Years in the Sixth Corps A Concise Narrative of Events in the Army of the Potomac, from 1861 to the Close of the Rebellion, April, 1865 Loaded with these, they dash back to the scene of action; and again the sailor-boy becomes the hero of the moment. The Naval History of the United States Volume 1 And this, although—surely it could not have been intentional—Russian guns still played upon the scene of action. Wonderful Adventures of Mrs. Seacole in Many Lands Lord Theign, in growing disgust at the whole beastly complication, betrayed more and more the odd pitch of the temper that had abruptly restored him with such incalculable weight to the scene of action. The Outcry The king immediately collected a large army, and provided a fleet of two hundred transports to convey them to the scene of action. Peter the Great The corps remained near the scene of action during the next day. Three Years in the Sixth Corps A Concise Narrative of Events in the Army of the Potomac, from 1861 to the Close of the Rebellion, April, 1865 Alarm guns had been firing from the shore all the morning; and by that time the village was filled with militiamen, who flocked to the scene of action. The Naval History of the United States Volume 1 On the evening of the 16th instant they took possession of the ground I had removed from in the morning, distant from the scene of action about twelve miles. The Medallic History of the United States of America 1776-1876 Thus at the moment of extreme crisis in the fortunes of the treaty its chief protagonist was removed from the scene of action and the Democratic forces fighting for ratification were deprived of effective leadership. Woodrow Wilson and the World War A Chronicle of Our Own Times. "I say," it continued, "will your people look out a hotel near the scene of action, and telegraph for a room?" The Woman in Black She must be close to the scene of action and in the foremost ranks. Woman's Work in the Civil War A Record of Heroism, Patriotism, and Patience Long before Karl Marx appeared upon the scene of action Socialism had already made an impress upon European thought. The Jew and American Ideals "Ride! ride!" shouted Tom Durfy; and the horsemen put their spurs into the flanks of their steeds, and were soon up to the scene of action. Handy Andy, Volume One A Tale of Irish Life, in Two Volumes This sagacious but vindictive animal bore down upon the scene of action and treed the policeman the first thing. The House An Episode in the Lives of Reuben Baker, Astronomer, and of His Wife, Alice “A strange way to mark his home-coming,” muttered Captain Arkal, thrusting himself as near to the scene of action as possible, closely followed by Maikar, who, being little, kept easily in his wake. The Hot Swamp On reaching the scene of action, they turned into a field of tall corn, and drove through it to a large barn. Woman's Work in the Civil War A Record of Heroism, Patriotism, and Patience No doubt he does gather some few crumbs of knowledge; but he is called on, perhaps, to change his scene of action. The Ocean and its Wonders Being light, the small boat reached the scene of action first. The Norsemen in the West It ought to have killed him, he thought, but it did not, for he made off as fast as possible, just as Wilkins and Mafuta arrived, panting, on the scene of action. Hunting the Lions The conversation was interrupted at this point by the appearance of a buffalo, which showed that we were drawing near to the scene of action. The Gorilla Hunters Further comment upon it was checked by the arrival of a dozen or more hunters on the scene of action. The Dog Crusoe and his Master It was daylight by the time the Greyton lifeboat arrived at the scene of action, but the thick, spray-charged atmosphere was almost as bad to see through as the blackness of night. The Coxswain's Bride also, Jack Frost and Sons; and, A Double Rescue Arrived at the scene of action, a ring was formed by the spectators standing round the walls, which they did in a single row, for there was plenty of room. Charlie to the Rescue I want to hear the truth of this matter from a man who has come more recently from the scene of action than yourself. Blue Lights Hot Work in the Soudan “Whereabouts is he?” cried O’Riley, as he came panting to the scene of action. The World of Ice Arrived at the scene of action they found the seven bears busily engaged in digging up roots, so the men separated in order to surround them, and then closed in. The Dog Crusoe and his Master Here the slaughter commenced, and Stanley and Frank arrived at the scene of action while they were in the midst of the wholesale destruction. Ungava Soon after the arrival of Colonel Smith, burgher forces were collected; troops arrived with the Governor on the scene of action, and the work of expelling the invader was begun in earnest. The Settler and the Savage A passage among the goods in each shop, just big enough to admit an ordinary man, was the scene of action in which the owner disported. The Pirate City An Algerine Tale Tarrano had abducted her, forcibly to remove her from the scene of action, so that during her unexplained absence his propaganda would have more influence. Tarrano the Conqueror Joe replied to this intimation by seizing him suddenly by the throat and choking back the yell that would otherwise have brought the Pawnee warriors rushing to the scene of action in hundreds. The Dog Crusoe and his Master As Stanley reached the scene of action, he observed several of the men watching the small canoe which contained Frank and his two Indians. Ungava Beside, they have attempted to persuade me that your religion is borrowed from theirs, altering a name a little and laying the scene of action in a corner, in the midst of obscurity and ruins. Imaginary Conversations and Poems A Selection Gradually, however, Hanyfa drew the negress Zooloo from the scene of action, and entered into a very earnest conversation in whispers, quite unheeded by the riotous youngsters. The Pirate City An Algerine Tale At an early hour, Courtenay and his companions started with their attendants for the scene of action. The King's Own Bretagne was still the scene of action to the English auxiliaries. Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth Scarcely allowing themselves time to harness their dogs, after the news reached them, they set off for the scene of action in a body. Ungava All seemed so eager to reach the scene of action, that even had we been much nearer we ran little risk of being discovered. Twice Lost “Just a wee bit more wind to waft us on our way to the scene of action, and we may well be content.” Hurricane Hurry “Thank you, papa; thank you, sir,” exclaimed the boys; and as soon as breakfast was over most of them jumped up ready to go to the scene of action. Ernest Bracebridge School Days Mr. Gordon was at Kingston, forty miles away from the scene of action. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 17, No. 102, April, 1866 Scarcely had he disappeared when the dog Chimo bounded towards the scene of action, and, with what intent no one could tell, leaped also into the water. Ungava Proceeding thus for nearly two hours, a sudden and quick discharge of musketry warned him that he was approaching the scene of action. Our Sailors Gallant Deeds of the British Navy during Victoria's Reign At last the wished-for breeze came, and the frigate rapidly approached the scene of action. Ronald Morton, or the Fire Ships A Story of the Last Naval War As we approached the scene of action, the serdar became impatient of delay, and, like every Persian who despises the utility of infantry, expressed his wish to push on with the cavalry. The Adventures of Hajji Baba of Ispahan Though in great pain, he immediately gave directions for his removal to the new scene of action. Pushing to the Front Cummings lost no time after arriving on the scene of action. The Search for the Silver City A Tale of Adventure in Yucatan The cannon were carried to the scene of action on elephants. On the Irrawaddy A Story of the First Burmese War We were still eight miles from the scene of action. The Rifle Rangers These they bound hand and foot after their fashion, and forcing them away, placed them upon their best horses behind riders, who immediately retreated from the scene of action to the rendezvous. The Adventures of Hajji Baba of Ispahan And so it was through the front window that the new teacher of the Ridge School first appeared on her future scene of action and surveyed her little kingdom. A Voice in the Wilderness When his warrior sentinel awoke him, Persimmon Bill found that the morning star was well up, and it was full time to be moving toward the scene of action. Wild Bill's Last Trail Plain Hannah planked herself squarely before the scene of action with intent to act as a bulwark from the attack of the enemy. A College Girl “Stop the rascals, stop them!” sang out Captain Miles, jumping down into the waist and hurrying to the scene of action. The White Squall A Story of the Sargasso Sea So without more ceremony I quitted the scene of action, mounted my horse, and retreated in full gallop through the city. The Adventures of Hajji Baba of Ispahan Mr Meldrum hesitated no longer as to crossing the deck; but another was sooner at the scene of action. The Wreck of the Nancy Bell Cast Away on Kerguelen Land We were so near to the scene of action now, that, had we raised a shout, we should instantly have attracted attention and, maybe, have temporarily suspended whatever operations might be proceeding. A Middy in Command A Tale of the Slave Squadron There, indeed, the prospect was considerably damped by the failing health of Mrs Ingleton and the absence of Rosalind from the scene of action. Roger Ingleton, Minor So I get up lazily and approach the scene of action. My Friend Smith A Story of School and City Life Colin said reproachfully, watching the contest with the fish as well as he could considering his distance from the scene of action. The Boy With the U. S. Fisheries Lawley and I rode back to the General's camp, which had been moved to within a mile of the scene of action. Three Months in the Southern States, April-June 1863 More snow had fallen during the afternoon, and outlying electors were being conveyed to the scene of action with the utmost difficulty. The Right Stuff Some Episodes in the Career of a North Briton Construe it, "You may cut my throat, but not alter me," and it will show the pleasant state of party spirit at Nismes, if what we heard so near the scene of action be true. Itinerary of Provence and the Rhone Made During the Year 1819 In due time we reached the scene of action. The Blunders of a Bashful Man For this reason Alfred had chosen to live over in the camp with Tom Curtis and his friends, rather than to be any nearer the scene of action. Madge Morton's Secret The destroyers cut short to make for the scene of action, which held forth and was witnessed to good advantage from the starboard side of the Morvada. The Delta of the Triple Elevens The History of Battery D, 311th Field Artillery US Army, American Expeditionary Forces "Oh, I just wish I was on my pony!" cried Alice, as she looked at the scene of action. The Moving Picture Girls at Rocky Ranch Or, Great Days Among the Cowboys He went to the scene of action accompanied by Gilray, a Scotchman, famous among the lovers of caricature; a man of talents, however, and uncommonly apt at sketching a hasty likeness. Art in England Notes and Studies He had no doubt for a moment that this was Bull's command who, hearing the firing, and supposing that Terence was engaged there, had led his command straight to the scene of action. Under Wellington's Command A Tale of the Peninsular War "It is an ill wind that blows nobody any good," the young man must often have thought, as he faithfully carried out every instruction from the scene of action. The Petticoat Commando Boer Women in Secret Service In due course the scene of action was safely reached and the filling process continued. Chatterbox, 1905. As the letter was signed by a well-known physician in the town, it received immediate attention, and Nurse Emmett and I were dispatched, as day and night nurses respectively, to the scene of action. Scottish Ghost Stories The scene of action reached, there is no pottering; the work begins at once, and is carried on with unflagging energy. The Hawarden Visitors' Hand-Book Revised Edition, 1890 But the tranquil, social pastimes were now interrupted by a new scene of action. Autographs for Freedom, Volume 2 (of 2) (1854) They had magical drums, which were consulted in a particular manner on important occasions; and when they engaged in battle, these drums were carried to the scene of action. The Mysteries of All Nations Rise and Progress of Superstition, Laws Against and Trials of Witches, Ancient and Modern Delusions Together With Strange Customs, Fables, and Tales Two days later the scene of action was thronged by a noisy crowd, and Lunardi has spoken of the dread he felt lest anything should happen to delay the ascent. Chatterbox, 1905. It was an ideal scene of action for galleys to develop their full capabilities. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 10 It was intensely interesting, and the mystery of the war seemed to clear as we came nearer to the scene of action. The Great War As I Saw It For three hours and a half Jellicoe, with his twenty-four dreadnought battleships, had been racing south to reach the scene of action. Flag and Fleet How the British Navy Won the Freedom of the Seas They returned to the Battery and reported the circumstance to the B.C., who, much concerned, speedily organised a search-party, and set out for the scene of action. Three years in France with the Guns: Being Episodes in the life of a Field Battery The attack was to have been simultaneous, but unfortunately the selector arrived too soon on the scene of action, and was totally defeated. Sketches The merchant, meanwhile, walked up and down between the inn and the scene of action. Debit and Credit Translated from the German of Gustav Freytag Not only was the time when everybody had to be bestirring themselves approaching rapidly, but the appearance of Sir Winterton Mildmay in the list quickened the Quisantés' departure for the scene of action. Quisanté Scarcely, however, had A--- gained his feet, before a sight met his eyes, which made him leave the colt, and run as fast as his legs could carry him toward the scene of action. Warwick Woodlands Things as they Were There Twenty Years Ago These were the conditions that prevailed when the Division gradually moved nearer the scene of action. Three years in France with the Guns: Being Episodes in the life of a Field Battery Finding himself overpowered, the jester threw himself from his horse, plunged into a thicket, and, favored by the general confusion, escaped from the scene of action. The Literary World Seventh Reader Meanwhile the great day of the opening lesson arrived, and Fink, having superintended Anton's toilette, carried him off to the scene of action. Debit and Credit Translated from the German of Gustav Freytag He was so anxious about the affair that it was obvious Montenegro was "dipped" in whatever was happening, and he begged me to go straight to the scene of action. Twenty Years Of Balkan Tangle The Haight grounds were crowded, 10,500 people paying admission to see the game, and great crowds lined the streets and greeted us with cheers as we drove in carriages to the scene of action. A Ball Player's Career Being the Personal Experiences and Reminiscensces of Adrian C. Anson The horses are attached in a few seconds, the fire is lighted in the furnace, and the steamer and hose carriage start for the scene of action. Lights and Shadows of New York Life or, the Sights and Sensations of the Great City No doubt this is greatly lessened for those who come too near the scene of action. Can You Forgive Her? In them the scene of action was not only transferred to European soil, but a direct attempt was avowedly made to apply American principles to European facts. James Fenimore Cooper American Men of Letters But he no longer fought in a conspicuous scene of action, under the eye of a renowned commander, whose praise was glory, and whose reproof was disgrace. The Loyalists, Vol. 1-3 An Historical Novel Will all the babies at the Orphanage be dead before I arrive on the scene of action? Le Petit Nord or, Annals of a Labrador Harbour Masonry teaches that the Present is our scene of action, 139-m. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry Whenever I have done anything decisive it is my instinct to withdraw myself a little from the scene of action and inure myself by contemplation to the new position of affairs. Oriental Encounters Palestine and Syria, 1894-6 As to myself, I'm off: I cannot afford to lose more time in getting into touch with the sailors, and the scene of action. Gallipoli Diary, Volume I Hopton's office in the council will confine him about the person of the Prince, who must be kept at some distance from the scene of action; and Goring is no rigid disciplinarian. The Loyalists, Vol. 1-3 An Historical Novel The cause seemed to Gardiner hopeless; and, after waiting for a short time in Algoa Bay, he decided on leaving the scene of action, where peaceful teaching could not prevail for some time to come. Pioneers and Founders or, Recent Workers in the Mission field It was a letter which Sam had written to his brother Jack and had not mailed because he had suddenly decided to come down to the scene of action. The Early Bird A Business Man's Love Story |
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