| 单词 | Scotchman |
| 例句 | In Fayetteville, police found a .45-calibre Springfield Armory handgun from Calypso Wholesale on a twenty-five-year-old after he held up a Scotchman convenience store and threatened to kill the clerk. The Life Cycle of a Stolen Gun 2019-02-07T05:00:00Z For more than a decade, Friends of the Scotchman Peaks built support in Idaho and Montana for a the creation of an 88,000-acre wilderness area spanning Idaho and Montana. Draft reduces eligible wilderness areas in Washington 2018-12-01T05:00:00Z The entire Scotchman Peaks region is about 88,000 acres and includes federal land in Montana that would require separate legislation. US Sen. Jim Risch proposes new wilderness area in Idaho 2016-12-09T05:00:00Z Scotchman Peak Trail, which leads to the summit of Bonner County’s tallest mountain, was closed Friday, the Daily Bee reported. These Angry Goats Shut Down an Idaho Hiking Trail 2015-09-14T04:00:00Z Those two siblings were expected to stay together in the Spar Lake area of the Scotchman Peaks, where they were released. NW grizzlies lag while other bear populations grow 2015-06-06T04:00:00Z “Scotchman Peak is beautiful, and it’s something I would like to see protected and preserved for our families, for our children, for all of us to enjoy,” he said. Commissioners seek Scotchman Peaks wilderness designation 2015-03-25T04:00:00Z Phil Hough of the Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness said the project is a good idea because of the problems faced by whitebark pine in the area. Whitebark pine restoration planned in Idaho 2014-12-26T05:00:00Z The nonprofit Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness, Bonner County leadership and the local Chamber of Commerce support the legislation. US Sen. Jim Risch proposes new wilderness area in Idaho 2016-12-09T05:00:00Z On a recent morning, Leslye Johnson, an indefatigably cheerful Burger King coach, sat in the upstairs dining room of a Burger King in Midtown Manhattan with Kishana Scotchman, the restaurant’s manager. Burger King Is Run by Children 2014-07-24T04:00:00Z Boswell attributes to Dr Johnson the remark that "the noblest prospect that a Scotchman ever sees, is the high road that leads him to England". Should the English have a say on Scottish independence? 2014-02-23T01:33:52Z “But I do support Scotchman Peak,” he said. Commissioners seek Scotchman Peaks wilderness designation 2015-03-25T04:00:00Z These, however, had no influence over the mind of the hard-headed and hard-hearted Scotchman, who continued his tale heedless of the foaming rage of Mr. Vaughan. The Cambrian Sketch-Book Tales, Scenes, and Legends of Wild Wales 2012-04-27T02:00:33.040Z Many Scotchmen have found the town to their liking. Historic Fredericksburg The Story of an Old Town 2012-04-11T02:00:30.517Z Scotchman thought she knew why: She said one of her night managers was slacking off. Burger King Is Run by Children 2014-07-24T04:00:00Z "Follow the river from Brown's Barn down to Inistioge, and if you ever saw anything prettier I'm a Scotchman." Barrington Volume I (of II) 2012-04-09T02:00:31.357Z Furthermore a number of Scotchmen of great enterprise and intelligence betook themselves to Canada, eager to partake of the boundless opportunities offered by the new shuffle of the cards. The Columbia River Its History, Its Myths, Its Scenery, Its Commerce 2012-04-07T02:00:31.747Z Mr. Jones, as was natural, appeared much excited during the Scotchman’s narrative. The Cambrian Sketch-Book Tales, Scenes, and Legends of Wild Wales 2012-04-27T02:00:33.040Z Archibald McPherson, the generous Scotchman and friend of the poor, sleeps under a tangle of ivy and roses. Historic Fredericksburg The Story of an Old Town 2012-04-11T02:00:30.517Z Scotchman, a petite 29-year-old with long eyelashes, listened intently, jotting things down in a pink notebook. Burger King Is Run by Children 2014-07-24T04:00:00Z The Scotchman listened attentively, and then asked abruptly: "Since ye take so kindly an interest in the poor lad, will ye come up and see him?" The Tree of Knowledge A Novel 2012-04-05T02:00:35.603Z These Scotchmen and Frenchmen became natural partners in the foundation of enterprises independent of the Hudson’s Bay monopoly. The Columbia River Its History, Its Myths, Its Scenery, Its Commerce 2012-04-07T02:00:31.747Z Mr. McLiver was a Scotchman, who had been in the service of the firm many years. The Cambrian Sketch-Book Tales, Scenes, and Legends of Wild Wales 2012-04-27T02:00:33.040Z It was the custom of the time for Scotchmen of birth to finish their education abroad, and serve in some foreign army, previously to entering that of their own country. Curiosities of Human Nature 2012-04-03T02:00:27.167Z About the year 1700 the Postmaster of Boston was one John Campbell, a Scotchman, and son of Duncan Campbell, the organizer of the postal system of America. The Loyalists of Massachusetts And the Other Side of the American Revolution 2012-04-02T02:00:25.387Z President Young was engaged just at the moment when we came, but his Secretary, a Scotchman, I think, and President George L. Smith, are very civil and cordial. Modern Leaders: Being a Series of Biographical Sketches 2012-04-01T02:00:10.050Z Even the nonchalant Americans and the stiff-jawed Scotchmen smiled and gave themselves up to the gladness of the hour. The Columbia River Its History, Its Myths, Its Scenery, Its Commerce 2012-04-07T02:00:31.747Z He was of Scotch descent, and it has already been mentioned that Cosmo Alexander, a Scotchman, was his first teacher. English Painters with a chapter on American painters 2012-03-27T02:00:26.437Z It has been said of Scotchmen that next to love of country they revere their religion. The Story of the Great Fire in St. John, N.B., June 20th, 1877 2012-03-27T02:00:21.067Z Gabriel Johnson, a Scotchman who had been a physician and professor at St. Andrews University, had been recently appointed Governor. The Loyalists of Massachusetts And the Other Side of the American Revolution 2012-04-02T02:00:25.387Z Her father was a quaint old Scotchman, coming directly from Scotland to this country, a Highlander from the highest of the Highlands, and carried the accent still. The Homesteader A Novel 2012-03-26T02:00:30.703Z A broad, flat Scottish cap of blue woolen, or one waring such cap; a Scotchman. Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) 2012-03-24T02:00:19.387Z George Montgomery, a Scotchman, was the individual thus chosen to be the first representative of the Establishment in our northern sees. Irish Ecclesiastical Record, Volume 1, May 1865 2012-03-23T02:00:31.587Z An Englishman, an Irishman and a Scotchman who had been on holidays were comparing the souvenirs they had collected. Ever Heard This? Over Three Hundred Good Stories 2012-03-21T02:00:33.730Z His sister Elizabeth remained in Boston and married Thomas Campbell, a Scotchman, merchant and trader. The Loyalists of Massachusetts And the Other Side of the American Revolution 2012-04-02T02:00:25.387Z By the way, Jean, where does that old Scotchman live out this way? The Homesteader A Novel 2012-03-26T02:00:30.703Z A Scot; a Scotchman; Ð so named from wearing a blue bonnet. Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) 2012-03-24T02:00:19.387Z The young Scotchman sometimes thinks of the tremendous effect it would have had on the natives had he been the possessor of a complete set of artificial teeth. An Edinburgh Eleven Pencil Portraits from College Life 2012-03-21T02:00:30.747Z A tin can exploded at the feet of a Scotchman and peppered his bare legs. The A.E.F. With General Pershing and the American Forces 2012-03-09T03:00:18.240Z More than one Scotchman we met told us so plainly. Our Journey to the Hebrides 2012-03-03T03:00:19.857Z Say, Brookings," he opened, "what kind of deal is the old Scotchman up against out there? The Homesteader A Novel 2012-03-26T02:00:30.703Z In the autumn two young Scotchmen, ignorant of the new rule, came up to town and applied to Hunter for admission as his pupils at St George’s. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 8 "Hudson River" to "Hurstmonceaux" 2012-02-24T03:00:27.173Z “And what have you found, sir?” said he, with native caution; for a Bavarian Tyroler has the quality in a perfection that neither a Scotchman nor a Russian can pretend to. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol IV. No. XX. January, 1852. 2012-02-24T03:00:24.390Z Mr. Astor engaged, on this understanding, nine partners in his scheme, of whom six were Scotchmen, who had all been in the service of the North-west Company, and three were citizens of the United States. The Oregon Territory Its History and Discovery 2012-02-22T03:00:27.207Z Suddenly one of the Scotchmen, leaving his cards to look about him, gave the talk an unexpected literary turn. Our Journey to the Hebrides 2012-03-03T03:00:19.857Z He dived for Jock's waist, and drew it to him, though the Scotchman tried to break his grip with one of his hands and with the other thrust off his opponent's face. Steel The Diary of a Furnace Worker 2012-02-21T03:00:18.360Z The proverbial thickness of a Scotchman's skin can alone have preserved him from dying from the effects of this stinging article. Buzz a Buzz or The Bees 2012-02-18T03:00:15.753Z Welwood was a Scotchman, and a letter from him to James Anderson, the eminent Scotish antiquary, will be found amongst the Anderson Papers in the Library of the Faculty of Advocates. Notes and Queries, Vol. IV, Number 103, October 18, 1851 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc. 2012-02-15T03:00:31.720Z The original company was formed in 1810, and, according to Mr. Washington Irving, consisted of Mr. Astor himself, three Scotchmen, who were British subjects, and one native citizen of the United States. The Oregon Territory Its History and Discovery 2012-02-22T03:00:27.207Z One of our fellow passengers—a Scotchman—told that somewhat apropos and humorous story of the “Hielandman’s” first trip across the Firth of Forth in a “nasty sea.” The Evolution of Photography With a Chronological Record of Discoveries, Inventions, etc., Contributions to Photographic Literature, and Personal Reminescences Extending over Forty Years 2012-02-15T03:00:30.577Z "Now in the old country, a man can have a bit of fun," said the Scotchman. Steel The Diary of a Furnace Worker 2012-02-21T03:00:18.360Z Surely few men in history better deserve to be remembered than Michael Angelo, whose rugged face looks more like that of a hard-headed old Scotchman, than of one who belonged to the handsome Italian race. From the Lakes of Killarney to the Golden Horn 2012-02-15T03:00:25.610Z I had little pimples all over me, and as to my wrists, they were really painful, and I could not keep from scratching with a vivacity which a Scotchman might have envied. Pictures of Canadian Life A Record of Actual Experiences 2012-02-14T03:00:28.520Z We left London Tuesday morning by the Flying Scotchman, and a tremendous pace we came. Letters of a Diplomat's Wife 1883-1900 2012-02-12T03:00:13.210Z He was a Scotchman, and all the tendrils of his heart struck deep in Scotland's soil. The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Vol. 3 (of 12) Dresden Edition?Lectures 2012-02-11T03:03:43.960Z But the Scotchmen of the present day scorn the lowly ideas of their predecessors. Antigua and the Antiguans, Volume I (of 2) A full account of the colony and its inhabitants from the time of the Caribs to the present day 2012-02-09T03:00:15.267Z A young Scotchman here gets the Nation sent him by his brother from N.Y. The Letters of Henry James (volume I) 2012-02-08T03:00:15.197Z It is a curious fact that educated Scotchmen, as I have already noted, retained their superstition long after the common people had abandoned it. Witch, Warlock, and Magician Historical Sketches of Magic and Witchcraft in England and Scotland 2012-02-06T03:00:14.350Z The old gentleman, a tall, white-bearded Scotchman, grumbled a good deal, and made various uncomplimentary remarks to himself in a low tone. Letters of a Diplomat's Wife 1883-1900 2012-02-12T03:00:13.210Z While the paving was progressing agreeably to this order, an honest Scotchman came by from the vicinity with a loaded wagon. The History of Louisville, from the Earliest Settlement till the Year 1852 2012-02-04T03:00:17.917Z The last and remaining edifice I have to mention, is the half-finished kirk of the Scotchmen. Antigua and the Antiguans, Volume I (of 2) A full account of the colony and its inhabitants from the time of the Caribs to the present day 2012-02-09T03:00:15.267Z On an average each Englishman writes forty letters a year, each Scotchman thirty, and each Irishman sixteen. The Little Gleaner, Vol. X. A Monthly Magazine for the Young 2012-02-03T03:00:20.453Z A Scotchman was not formerly permitted to enter the city of York without a license from the Lord Mayor, the Warden, or the Constable, on pain of imprisonment. Old Church Lore 2012-01-31T03:00:14.880Z At the Recent Meeting of Englishmen and Scotchmen in London to form a "Home Rule Association," to assist the cause of Irish Home Rule, Lord Ashburnham took the chair. Donahoe's Magazine, Vol. XV, No. 4, April, 1886 Volume 15 (January 1886 - July 1886) 2012-01-29T03:00:07.953Z Mrs. R. wants to Know.—"Who was the celebrated Scotchman," she asks, "who took 'the Cameroons' to East Africa?" Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 105, September 30th 1893 2012-01-27T03:00:22.100Z In a particular part of St. John’s, running north and south, lies a well-made broad street, which, from being inhabited principally by Scotchmen, is known by the appropriated name of “Scotch Row.” Antigua and the Antiguans, Volume I (of 2) A full account of the colony and its inhabitants from the time of the Caribs to the present day 2012-02-09T03:00:15.267Z Both are Scotchmen, the one hailing from Edinburgh, and the other from Glasgow. Early Days in North Queensland 2012-01-24T03:00:29.987Z In 1501, hammers were placed on each of the bars for Scotchmen to knock before entering. Old Church Lore 2012-01-31T03:00:14.880Z One was a Scotchman, brother of Sir Alexander Ramsay, and tutor of Jesus College; he was a delightful man, but did not live for many years. Charles Darwin: His Life in an Autobiographical Chapter, and in a Selected Series of His Published Letters 2012-01-22T03:00:19.733Z I always loved books," she adds, "and was fortunate, when a very young girl, barely out of the schoolroom, in winning the favour of a dear old blind Scotchman, whose wife was a family friend. Notable Women Authors of the Day Biographical Sketches 2012-01-19T03:00:21.017Z They met—the task was terrible—but, Dr. Johnson would have said, what will not a Scotchman undertake, for ten pounds! Dealings with the Dead, Volume I (of 2) 2012-01-17T03:00:17.977Z It was on a visit to Boston in 1746 that Franklin met with Dr. Spence, a Scotchman, who exhibited some electrical experiments. Heroes of Science: Physicists 2012-01-17T03:00:17Z It is a mistake to believe that a Scotchman sets a greater value upon his "bawbee" than an Englishman upon his shilling or an American upon his dollar. Mr. Punch's Cockney Humour 2012-01-17T03:00:15.233Z The young Scotchman she had seen regarding Morton with an undisguised dislike, and this she inwardly resented, even while herself disliking his bearing to his aunt—and to her grandmother. The Crux 2012-01-12T03:00:12.630Z It is believed that Robert Bell, an Englishman or a Scotchman, who came to Philadelphia about 1772 or 1773, was the first person who kept a circulating library in this city. The Poems of Philip Freneau, Volume II (of III) 2012-01-10T03:00:15.980Z His accent was certainly provincial; yet I believe that, without the assistance of his name, I could not decidedly have pronounced him to be a Scotchman. Discipline 2012-01-08T03:00:17.620Z The doctor was only a boy in appearance, a little Scotchman, and as noble-hearted a man as ever amputated a limb. 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 It is a mistake to believe that a Scotchman does not enjoy a joke every bit as much as an Englishman. Mr. Punch's Cockney Humour 2012-01-17T03:00:15.233Z The first hut we entered was inhabited by a Scotchman, who called himself "Dr. Cook," and practised as a physician. Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume II (Commodore B. Von Wullerstorf-Urbair,) Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government in the Years 1857, 1858, & 1859, Under the Immediate Auspices of His I. and R. Highness the Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Commander-In-Chief of the Austrian Navy. 2012-01-03T03:00:07.630Z A Scotchman by birth, he claims that his mother already possessed the gift of Second Sight, and that in their home near Edinburgh similar endowments were frequent among their neighbors. Modern Magic 2012-01-01T03:00:09.557Z The Scotchman consoled us by telling us that we were a ludicrous sight, and we must have been! Adventures in Swaziland The Story of a South African Boer 2012-01-01T03:00:06.887Z On another occasion the enthusiastic young Scotchman was found in a fireless room, shivering with cold, drawing from his own naked leg. Curiosities of Impecuniosity 2011-12-31T03:00:16.190Z A repeated the whole story, which constituted a joke of the third order, to a third Scotchman. The philosophy of B*rtr*nd R*ss*ll 2011-12-30T03:00:24.883Z Just to think of a Scotchman with a heart widened to German spiritualities! Notes of a Son and Brother 2011-12-29T03:00:14.087Z At last, once when Sabra was singing, poor Jimmy, driven to extremities, confessed the truth, and had the mortification of feeling the wires vibrate with the Scotchman's silent laughter. The King of Schnorrers Grotesques and Fantasies 2011-12-28T03:00:34.587Z It was floored overhead, and a trap-door opened into a sleeping apartment, fitted with two little berths,—one for Mr. Hall, and the other for Morrison, the Scotchman. The Captive in Patagonia 2011-12-27T03:00:10.803Z Indeed, these latter people are like Scotchmen, they may be found almost everywhere throughout Central Africa, and have a knack of pushing themselves into prominence. Stanley's Adventures in the Wilds of Africa A Graphic Account of the Several Expeditions of Henry M. Stanley into the Heart of the Dark Continent 2011-12-24T03:07:57.647Z This last Scotchman again, after prolonged thought, replied: “He had ye there!” The philosophy of B*rtr*nd R*ss*ll 2011-12-30T03:00:24.883Z An old Scotchman by the name of Wright, had struck a rich claim on the side of the creek on a little bottom. A Trip to California in 1853 Recollections of a Gold Seeking Trip by Ox Train across the Plains and Mountains by an Old Illinois Pioneer 2011-12-21T03:00:30.213Z The Royal William—named in honour of the reigning sovereign—was built in the city of Quebec by a Scotchman, James Goudie, who had served his time and learned his art at Greenock. The Romance of Industry and Invention 2011-12-19T03:00:43.870Z Fabian always sank the fact that he was a Scotchman, though I burned just now with the conviction that he was tainted with the national hypocrisy. A Witch of the Hills, v. 2-2 2011-12-15T03:00:17.253Z On board the barque was a Scotchman, named Farquhar, acting as first mate. Stanley's Adventures in the Wilds of Africa A Graphic Account of the Several Expeditions of Henry M. Stanley into the Heart of the Dark Continent 2011-12-24T03:07:57.647Z The level-headed Scotchman, hardly able to believe his ears, listened to the Secretary of State propounding his views as to the help which the Pope ought to send to the King of England. Henrietta Maria 2011-12-15T03:00:14.290Z The Scotchman had told Craig all his troubles, but Craig brought him his fiddle, on which he was a really excellent performer. From Squire to Squatter A Tale of the Old Land and the New 2011-12-13T03:00:26.557Z You remember what Shakespeare says: “‘Music hath charms to soothe the savage beast, A hungry Scotchman or a butcher’s dog.’” The Cruise of the Snowbird A Story of Arctic Adventure 2011-12-13T03:00:23.197Z A thing that greatly surprised me, in a land of Englishmen, Scotchmen, and Irishmen, was that there were no sports in Australia. My Life in Many States and in Foreign Lands Dictated in My Seventy-Fourth Year 2011-12-12T03:00:33.863Z Half a dozen Scotchmen lived here, four of them married and with grown-up families—quite a little colony. Wild Adventures in Wild Places 2011-12-12T03:00:22.477Z “If ye were to bide a while in Portie, ye might maybe pass for a Scotchman, however.” The Twa Miss Dawsons 2011-12-05T03:00:37.413Z A Scotchman would describe it as consisting of “twa butts and a ben,” with a wing at the back. From Squire to Squatter A Tale of the Old Land and the New 2011-12-13T03:00:26.557Z The discussion was opened with a paper by a young Scotchman of family and fortune. An American at Oxford 2011-12-02T03:00:19.150Z It should ring in the ears of Englishmen and Scotchmen like the voice of a trumpet. Practical Religion Being Plain Papers on the Daily Duties, Experience, Dangers, and Privileges of Professing Christians 2011-11-30T03:00:13.313Z "And you country Scotchmen have your own ideas of what you're entitled to say." A Duel 2011-11-20T03:00:13.840Z I feel that the vivid imagination of the great Scotchman has pierced the clouds which enshrouded the spirit of a great and lonely man and has seen the soul of Francia as he was. The South American Republics Part I of II 2011-11-06T02:00:14.827Z "Ah, but, my dear boy, it is this sort of thing that has made us Scotchmen what we are!!" Mr. Punch in the Highlands 2011-11-01T02:00:23.677Z He was a Scotchman by birth and by profession, and even his schoolboy days at Eton had not divested him of a Highland gait. An American at Oxford 2011-12-02T03:00:19.150Z And with a smile the Scotchman counted ten additional tokens into the pile, whereat the squaw nodded approval and the trading proceeded. Snowdrift A Story of the Land of the Strong Cold 2011-10-23T02:00:22.547Z "These Scotchmen are all boors," she told herself, in her bitterness. A Duel 2011-11-20T03:00:13.840Z Among the first was the Father named Thomas Fields, a Scotchman. The South American Republics Part I of II 2011-11-06T02:00:14.827Z The Scotchman was about to pass on, when the teacher asked him to stay. The Angel of the Gila: A Tale of Arizona 2011-10-16T02:00:17.623Z Coming in contact in Berditsheff with a Scotchman, he received from him a New Testament. Some Jewish Witnesses For Christ 2011-10-14T02:00:24.730Z Himself a Scotchman, his wife an Englishwoman, he sneered at Paine for being a foreigner; having modified his principles to those of the loyalist's daughter, he denounced Paine as an "interested writer." The Life Of Thomas Paine, Vol. I. (of II) With A History of His Literary, Political and Religious Career in America France, and England; to which is added a Sketch of Paine by William Cobbett 2011-10-12T02:00:38.787Z The country here is what a cockney would term a mountainous one, and in some parts of it even a Scotchman would feel inclined to agree with him. The Cruise of the Land-Yacht "Wanderer" Thirteen Hundred Miles in my Caravan 2011-10-11T02:01:13.517Z I am glad Brother H. makes a good deacon; I am always glad when a Scotchman can be found good for something. The Story of a Life 2011-10-11T02:01:02.723Z I am Scotchman enough to hate the breaking up of family ties, and the too close adherence to personal property. Memoirs of the Life of Sir Walter Scott, Volume 6 2011-10-07T02:00:22.270Z I can't remember his name at this moment—something like Budkin, but it wasn't that, somewhere near Bond Street, he is, or a street off there; a Scotchman, but that doesn't matter! Voces Populi 2011-10-04T02:00:20.280Z It is the very man, unless he has a Scotch double, or unless he was born a twin, and the other Robert was a Scotchman. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 105, September 16th, 1893 2011-10-02T02:00:16.433Z For I know that our merriest of professors, best of Greek scholars, and most enthusiastic of Scotchmen, would himself wear the kilt if there was the slightest possibility of keeping his stockings up! The Cruise of the Land-Yacht "Wanderer" Thirteen Hundred Miles in my Caravan 2011-10-11T02:01:13.517Z Remember us very kindly to our friend, the Scotchman, your father and Mr. Jacques. The Story of a Life 2011-10-11T02:01:02.723Z James Rumsey, a Scotchman living in Maryland, is said to have been the first American to discover a method for running a vessel with steam against wind and tide. Great Inventions and Discoveries 2011-10-01T02:00:30.900Z James Scott was the lightest man who won the head prize in the Carlisle ring about his own time; and what is much more curious, the only Scotchman who ever accomplished the same feat. 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 Rointru is also a French name, perhaps a relic of the many Scotchmen who have at different times taken refuge in that country, though possibly of older origin. Surnames as a Science 2011-09-26T02:00:27.097Z History tells us that ten thousand Scotchmen were there slain. The Cruise of the Land-Yacht "Wanderer" Thirteen Hundred Miles in my Caravan 2011-10-11T02:01:13.517Z There was also a dour Scotchman come thither—a grim and decent man with long, thin shanks under his kilts, who roved the Bush like a weird and presently went away again. The Little Red Foot 2011-09-09T02:01:04.147Z My almost constant attendant was a midshipman, a gallant young Scotchman, whom you may know by the name of Donald McPhee, though I knew him by another. Aileen Aroon, A Memoir With other Tales of Faithful Friends and Favourites 2011-09-08T02:00:20.773Z “McDonald,” thought I—“my grandmother’s name; the rascal thinks to come round me by calling himself a Scotchman—the idea of a McDonald being a waterman!” Medical Life in the Navy 2011-09-08T02:00:20.387Z In a few Months after I came here, my Master bought several Scotchmen, Servants, from on-board a Vessel, and brought them to Mount-Holly to sell; one of which was taken sick, and died. John Woolman's Journal 2011-09-06T02:00:09.260Z The Cardinal had at last secured Stuart, the Scotchman who had murdered President Minard, and was arranging for his trial at Tours. The Works of Honor? de Balzac About Catherine de' Medici, Seraphita and Other Stories 2011-09-02T02:00:23.810Z At last a brave Scotchman named Alexander Mackenzie came to settle in Canada. Little Folks of North America Stories about children living in the different parts of North America 2011-09-01T02:00:19.377Z No sooner had he gone than Toby struggled clear of the Scotchman, and took the nearest route for the door. Aileen Aroon, A Memoir With other Tales of Faithful Friends and Favourites 2011-09-08T02:00:20.773Z He is never quarrelsome if it can be avoided; he is as shrewd at a bargain as any Scotchman, and in all his dealings displays an odd mixture of cunning and credulity. Yankee Girls in Zulu Land 2011-08-31T02:01:39.710Z They were settled later by Scotchmen who came to Pictou and Prince Edward Island. The History of the Post Office in British North America 2011-08-31T02:01:37.743Z Scotchmen are—” Five men sprang to their feet in a moment, and dirks were flashing in the lamplight. Born to Wander A Boy's Book of Nomadic Adventures 2011-08-31T02:01:32.837Z We have been told that when the North Pole is eventually discovered a Scotchman will be found at the top of it. In the Land of the Great Snow Bear A Tale of Love and Heroism 2011-08-31T02:01:29.827Z Strange to say, there was only one Scotchman in the corps, and he volunteered to the 9th, or Queen’s Lancers, and embarked with the regiment for India, in the winter of 184—. The Young Dragoon Every Day Life of a Soldier 2011-08-31T02:01:26.737Z We had for our companion a young man whom we had met in Bloemfontein a few days previous to our departure, a young Scotchman but lately arrived in the country. Yankee Girls in Zulu Land 2011-08-31T02:01:39.710Z At Quebec he met with Hugh Finlay, a young Scotchman who had been in the country for three years and who had been performing the very important duties of justice of the peace. The History of the Post Office in British North America 2011-08-31T02:01:37.743Z Yankee Gypsies" he says: "One day we had a call from a 'pawky auld carle' of a wandering Scotchman. John Greenleaf Whittier His Life, Genius, and Writings 2011-08-26T02:00:22.667Z Ralegh's loss was directly due to Cecil, to whom James had given the disposal of the office, and who gained new favour with James by electing a Scotchman. Great Ralegh 2011-08-16T02:00:43.100Z Thirty years of kicking over American frontiers had robbed the Scotchman of many a national trait. The Locusts' Years 2011-08-16T02:00:41.777Z As I recall the list of those whom I have heard use the English language with mingled ease and elegance, I find fewer Englishmen than either Scotchmen or Americans. Americanisms and Briticisms with other essays on other isms 2011-08-12T02:00:23.033Z The loyal Scotchmen love Scotland before they love the British Empire. The Women of the Confederacy 2011-08-05T02:00:53.333Z The English control the shipping interests, almost entirely, while the skilled machinists are nearly all Americans, with a few Scotchmen. Equatorial America Descriptive of a Visit to St. Thomas, Martinique, Barbadoes, and the Principal Capitals of South America 2011-08-05T02:00:46.387Z Millions and millions had seen the lid of a teakettle bobbing up and down over the boiling water before that Scotchman, Watt, observed it while making watches. Every Man His Own University 2011-08-04T02:00:22.623Z We "did" a mountain in the rain, And left the others undone, Then took the "Flying Scotchman" train. City Ballads 2011-08-04T02:00:21.027Z Neither am I sanguinary, but I own I could almost sympathise with the Scotchman’s wish. George Alfred Henty The Story of an Active Life 2011-07-31T02:00:08.463Z Among the first inventions of the century was a very important one made by a clergyman, the Rev. Mr. Forsyth, a Scotchman, who in 1803 invented the percussion principle in fire-arms. Inventions in the Century 2011-07-20T02:00:14.643Z The occupants of the cabin proved to be an old Scotchman and his wife. Capturing a Locomotive A History of Secrect Service in the Late War. 2011-07-19T02:00:19.070Z In all money matters, indeed, he is a thrifty, orderly Scotchman. McClure's Magazine, Vol. 1, No. 1 2011-07-17T02:00:36.813Z I ken what ye’d say, that ye’re a mon and not a boy to be dictated to by an old Scotchman like this.” One Maid's Mischief 2011-07-15T02:00:22.283Z He was able to make of them a dainty dish, although he had probably never heard the Scotchman’s remark that there was “a deal of meescellaneous feeding” in a good sheep’s head. George Alfred Henty The Story of an Active Life 2011-07-31T02:00:08.463Z Also about this time, Symington, the Scotchman, constructed a working model of a steam carriage, which is still preserved in the museum at South Kensington, London. Inventions in the Century 2011-07-20T02:00:14.643Z I became very intimate with a Scotchman named Miller, from Texas. Capturing a Locomotive A History of Secrect Service in the Late War. 2011-07-19T02:00:19.070Z It was built when the Scotchman who had Lister's ranch put sheep on the mountain, but the timber wolves got most of them, and he let up. By Right of Purchase 2011-07-14T02:00:10.167Z It was the little Scotchman, Grey Stuart’s father, who spoke, as he laid his hand upon his host’s shoulder. One Maid's Mischief 2011-07-15T02:00:22.283Z It was almost impossible to believe, but there was the young Scotchman’s note to refute all contrary arguments. Molly Brown's Freshman Days 2011-07-12T02:00:31.110Z Say, have you fellows heard about the two Scotchmen, playing in the finals for a cup? Fore! 2011-07-11T02:00:06.097Z I defy the most serious Scotchman to look at the sketch below without laughing at it. John Leech, His Life and Work. Vol. 1 2011-07-10T02:00:25.223Z Captain Smith, our chief, was a jolly, easy-going Scotchman of about sixty, always good-tempered, and disinclined to worry about anything. The Log of a Sea-Waif Being Recollections of the First Four Years of My Sea Life 2011-07-09T02:00:13.057Z "Are you a Scotchman or an Englishman?" he inquired. A Book of Ghosts 2011-07-08T02:00:19.203Z All the same he was destined to learn—and that before very long—that the Scotchman’s significant promise might not prove so harmless as he imagined. Dorrien of Cranston 2011-07-07T02:00:31.540Z It is not a safe thing to give a Scotchman permission to dip his hand in your change pocket, and MacPherson certainly availed himself of the opportunity to finger some of the Dubuque money. Fore! 2011-07-11T02:00:06.097Z Little Ross Henniker—named for that mythical great Scotchman, his supposed grandfather—was deeply disappointed because he did not see the soldiers go. The Cup of Trembling and Other Stories 2011-07-07T02:00:29.180Z Mr. Edny, the chief mate, was a splendid specimen of manhood, a Scotchman about thirty-five years of age, with coal-black hair and eyes. The Log of a Sea-Waif Being Recollections of the First Four Years of My Sea Life 2011-07-09T02:00:13.057Z I had scarcely finished, and was about to heave myself to my feet, when I heard a voice from behind and above me say—"It is grateful, varra grateful to a Scotchman." A Book of Ghosts 2011-07-08T02:00:19.203Z “Unless you can plead, with the proverbial Scotchman, that you were only swearing ‘at large.’” The Red Derelict 2011-07-05T02:00:30.143Z Maybe I can hire that sour old Scotchman to go round with me. Fore! 2011-07-11T02:00:06.097Z On the one hand it must be 340 admitted that nothing more quickly characterizes a figure, as far as type is concerned, than to let him speak like a Yankee, a Scotchman, a Negro, etc. Dramatic Technique 2011-07-04T02:00:19.763Z The mate was a huge Scotchman named Wallace, rough as a bear, but very just and straightforward. The Log of a Sea-Waif Being Recollections of the First Four Years of My Sea Life 2011-07-09T02:00:13.057Z Trust to a Scotchman's head for standing any amount of whisky. A Book of Ghosts 2011-07-08T02:00:19.203Z And he knew how to win the hearts of the Scotch laddies growing up to be good Scotchmen. Playing With Fire 2011-06-29T02:00:30.590Z I licked that sour old Scotchman this morning, and I guess you'll agree he's not soft picking. Fore! 2011-07-11T02:00:06.097Z A character made up to represent Scotchman, Welshman, Frenchman, Negro, or Indian, speaks in a way that has become time-honored on the stage as representing this or that figure among these types. Dramatic Technique 2011-07-04T02:00:19.763Z The pasty-faced Scotchman who had shipped as cook might have been cook of the Mikado as he said; but, if so, he had certainly forgotten the most elementary portion of his duties. The Log of a Sea-Waif Being Recollections of the First Four Years of My Sea Life 2011-07-09T02:00:13.057Z I found him to be a big, burly, and apparently good-natured looking Scotchman. Blanco y Colorado Old Days among the Gauchos of Uruguay 2011-06-28T02:00:11.447Z In those days Scotchmen were always right in any domestic dispute, and the women always wrong. Playing With Fire 2011-06-29T02:00:30.590Z A parish clerk in the north of England, not long ago, hired a Scotchman for his servant, who was to go to the cart and plough, and do other occasional jobs when wanted. Amusing Prose Chap Books 2011-06-27T02:01:05.043Z Yes, sir," was the cutting rejoinder: "God did make Scotland, but He made it for Scotchmen! Harper's New Monthly Magazine, vol 1-98, 1850-1899 None 2011-06-27T02:01:02.870Z At first it was composed only of Scotchmen, and was founded by one Peterson, a zealous sectarian, whose chief object was the conversion of the Circassians. Travels in the Steppes of the Caspian Sea, the Crimea, the Caucasus, &c. 2011-06-25T02:00:14.203Z A young Scotchman, who acted as coachman, sat in front, while those inside sat facing each other behind. Blanco y Colorado Old Days among the Gauchos of Uruguay 2011-06-28T02:00:11.447Z I dare say Donald and that Scotchman have had many a laugh over my leaving the ministry. Playing With Fire 2011-06-29T02:00:30.590Z A Scotchman and an Irishman were sleeping at an inn together. Amusing Prose Chap Books 2011-06-27T02:01:05.043Z Although I endeavoured to speak with mildness, the Scotchman replied with great warmth, that the English and Scottish Churches taught lies, and that their members loved lies more than truth. The City of the Mormons or, Three Days at Nauvoo, in 1842 2011-06-23T02:00:26.503Z "He at least has the look of a Scotchman," he mused. A Reconstructed Marriage 2011-06-23T02:00:23.143Z The Scotchman shook hands with his shipmates very cheerfully, wishing them luck, while Stradling, apprehensive of more desertions, kept calling to them to return to the boat, which they did. Privateers and Privateering 2011-06-21T02:00:26.477Z "It stands to reason that Scotchmen ought to look after their own first." Playing With Fire 2011-06-29T02:00:30.590Z The weather being rather warm, the Scotchman in his sleep put his leg out of the bed. Amusing Prose Chap Books 2011-06-27T02:01:05.043Z Here I found a decent, and probably intelligent, Scotchman. The City of the Mormons or, Three Days at Nauvoo, in 1842 2011-06-23T02:00:26.503Z I want him educated in Scotland, and brought up a Scotchman, not an American. A Reconstructed Marriage 2011-06-23T02:00:23.143Z Those who had heard the question were fearful that the old Scotchman would be displeased. Randy's Summer A Story for Girls 2011-06-16T02:00:16.550Z Scotchmen are singing them all over this world, and, for all I know, all over other worlds; but we are getting away from our subject, which was my nephew, Donald Macrae. Playing With Fire 2011-06-29T02:00:30.590Z The sturdy Scotchman replied, with perfect equanimity, and like show of courtesy: "What your Honor pleases." The Story of Bacon's Rebellion 2011-06-16T02:00:14.737Z But Dr. Bard, a shrewd old Scotchman, who well knew the effect of persevering industry on young men's fortunes, laughed heartily at the doubters. The Life of Benjamin Franklin With Many Choice Anecdotes and admirable sayings of this great man never before published by any of his biographers 2011-06-15T02:00:17.903Z For the first time in his life it struck Robert Campbell, that Scotchmen might not possibly be the dominant race in all the world's great business thoroughfares. A Reconstructed Marriage 2011-06-23T02:00:23.143Z The old Scotchman owned a large farm on the outskirts of the town and was reported to have a deal of money, which most people said he never spent. Randy's Summer A Story for Girls 2011-06-16T02:00:16.550Z His father was a Scotchman by birth, and was a member of the Hudson Bay Company as early as 1785. Fifty Years In The Northwest With An Introduction And Appendix Containing Reminiscences, Incidents And Notes 2011-06-13T02:00:27.317Z Look here, Sir Barry," he says, taking the Scotchman's arm, "Will you get me acquainted with Sister Jean? Zoe; Or, Some Day A Novel 2011-06-11T02:00:13.290Z As to the poem, I am of all things anxious that you should publish it, for its completeness will be a full answer to all the ignorant malevolence of cold, lying Scotchmen and stupid Englishmen. Life of John Keats His Life and Poetry, his Friends, Critics and After-fame 2011-06-10T02:00:19.290Z What I have said of them applies equally to these Irishmen, this German, and these Scotchmen—as good men, if you please, in every respect, as the same kind of men born in this country. Trial of the Officers and Crew of the Privateer Savannah, on the Charge of Piracy, in the United States Circuit Court for the Southern District of New York 2011-06-05T02:00:10.927Z He was a Scotchman, named Jock McTavish, and he was to come the next morning. Dawson Black: Retail Merchant 2011-06-04T02:00:16.620Z All this time with my uncle's eldest son, Thomas, I was being taught English, Greek, Latin and Mathematics by an old Scotchman, who had become one of my grandfather's household before the family left Pennsylvania. Donald McElroy, Scotch Irishman 2011-06-04T02:00:12.520Z But this editor, being a Scotchman, had two sorts of Scotticisms to encounter—in idiom and in sound. Amenities of Literature Consisting of Sketches and Characters of English Literature 2011-06-03T02:00:19.227Z But the guard, a kindly, warm-hearted Scotchman, was far too busy to attend to any one but the poor heart-broken young mother, who was clinging to him in her first paroxysm of grief and fear. Nearly Bedtime Five Short Stories for the Little Ones 2011-06-02T02:00:26.960Z In Scotland too, which was the birthplace of scientific kite-flying, experiments have been resumed by a Scotchman and an American—a happy union of forces. Sounding the Ocean of Air 2011-05-31T02:00:35.603Z Two out of every fifty-three Scotchmen are at this moment paupers. The Impeachment of The House of Brunswick 2011-05-31T02:00:34.353Z "The Scotchman's luck" became a proverb in the captain's messes. Donald McElroy, Scotch Irishman 2011-06-04T02:00:12.520Z There was evidently some decided incongruity between the old Scotchman's statement and his quaint housewifery, as he wrapped a cloth reduced to strings around a fork and washed out a coffee-pot with the improvised mop. Told In The Hills 2011-05-30T02:00:15.530Z And, somehow, the story got about that he had discovered a burglar who was intending to rob the rich old Scotchman, had wrested his pistol from his grasp and frightened him away. Roland Graeme: Knight A Novel of Our Time 2011-05-30T02:00:12.077Z Bess couldn’t believe it, not even after seeing and hearing the old Scotchman. Nan Sherwood on the Mexican Border 2011-05-26T02:00:20.467Z “Why, I’d almost say you liked the mysterious old Scotchman,” she said in a surprised tone. Nan Sherwood's Summer Holidays 2011-05-22T02:00:14.900Z I thought it not possible for a stubborn Scotchman to own defeat—but this is no time for banter. Donald McElroy, Scotch Irishman 2011-06-04T02:00:12.520Z Now round and red, like a Scotchman's head, The glorious Sun uprist: Then all averred I had killed the bird That brought the fog and mist. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 105, August 19th 1893 2011-05-21T02:00:12.120Z He talked the matter over with Mr. Dunlop, and the old Scotchman's practical shrewdness as well as his purse came to Roland's aid, in devising new arrangements. Roland Graeme: Knight A Novel of Our Time 2011-05-30T02:00:12.077Z The old Scotchman roared and then threw back his head and laughed long and heartily at the young girl who seemed so self-possessed no matter what he said or did. Nan Sherwood on the Mexican Border 2011-05-26T02:00:20.467Z You remember Charles Lamb's story about supping with some Scotchmen, and incidentally observing he only wished, to make the joy complete, that Burns were there? Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 105, August 26th 1893 2011-05-21T02:00:09.693Z The plum-tree does me little or no damage, but I don't like to be imposed upon by a Scotchman.' The Parent's Assistant Stories for Children 2011-05-18T02:00:12.733Z “Eh, mon!” gasped the weakened Scotchman in relief. The Snow-Burner 2011-05-17T02:00:21.527Z "A midnight meeting in the interests of the Brotherhood!" he exclaimed, theatrically, glancing at the sheets of manuscripts on Roland's desk, and at the expectant attitude of the old Scotchman. Roland Graeme: Knight A Novel of Our Time 2011-05-30T02:00:12.077Z Macpherson, a long-headed Scotchman, as hard as a tenpenny nail, and about as emotional as a brickbat, came next. A Crime of the Under-seas 2011-05-17T02:00:16.540Z The birthday of Burns is celebrated in all parts of the world: wherever Scotchmen are located the bard is honoured. Literary Byways 2011-05-12T02:00:09.493Z Is there no other boy, simpleton, think you, to play with, but this Scotchman's son? The Parent's Assistant Stories for Children 2011-05-18T02:00:12.733Z Had Reivers been able to see on top of the cliff he would have laughed, for the Scotchman was down on his knees in the snow, earnestly praying. The Snow-Burner 2011-05-17T02:00:21.527Z So long as there is warm blood in the heart of a Scotchman or man, it will move in fierce thrills under this war-ode, the best, we believe, that was ever written by any pen. Life of Robert Burns 2011-05-11T02:00:21.043Z A Scotchman may have corrected certain peculiarities of his vowels, or a Frenchman be able to pronounce individual words accurately, but still both will show a melodic peculiarity, which remains a fundamental characteristic. Browning and the Dramatic Monologue 2011-04-30T02:00:14.330Z A middle-aged Scotchman, whose name was pronounced, very broadly, “Fronk,” seemed to feel the responsibility of entertaining us. The Lure of the Camera 2011-04-27T02:00:25.413Z "Not while there are blossoms in the market, and you to accept them; I am a canny Scotchman, you know; you should always wear this gown," he says, quietly, pinning some roses near her chin. A Romance of Toronto A Novel 2011-04-23T02:00:04.677Z “That’s a good song, Mac, whatever it is!” he laughed, when the maddened Scotchman had grown quieter. The Snow-Burner 2011-05-17T02:00:21.527Z On the death of Elizabeth he suggested that certain restrictions should be imposed on James’s powers, in order probably to limit the appointment of Scotchmen to office,2 but his advice was not followed. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 6 "Foraminifera" to "Fox, Edward" 2011-04-22T02:00:08.637Z In one of the South Bank villas, with grounds running back to the canal, dwelt a Scotchman—of the name McTavish. The Child Wife 2011-04-21T02:00:50.050Z The Seventy-ninth, Highlanders, came to town early last week, and are the finest body of Scotchmen that were ever half kilt by uniform alone. The Orpheus C. Kerr Papers, Series 1 2011-04-21T02:00:47.647Z "A pure and unadulterated Scotchman; and I hope you like the land o' bagpipes, heather and oatcakes sufficiently as to like me none the less." A Romance of Toronto A Novel 2011-04-23T02:00:04.677Z Tammy turned from his thawing-pan to hitch the Scotchman to his traces and to strap down his hands. The Snow-Burner 2011-05-17T02:00:21.527Z Closely related races keep one another at arm's length; the South German cannot endure the North German, the Englishman casts every kind of aspersion upon the Scotchman, the Spaniard despises the Portuguese. Group Psychology and The Analysis of The Ego 2011-04-17T02:00:02.907Z He was but a second-class clerk in a city banking-house; but being a Scotchman, he might count upon one day becoming chief of the concern. The Child Wife 2011-04-21T02:00:50.050Z The chief supporters of the two former gentlemen were Scotchmen, and of the two latter, Irishmen. History of Prince Edward Island 2011-04-16T02:00:17.027Z There was a Scotchman there at the same time named Dickson, a great botanist, who has, I believe, since settled in London as a practising physician in Bryanstone Square. Charles Lever, His Life in His Letters, Vol. II 2011-04-15T02:00:16.987Z “But the de’il gets hold of some very young,” insisted the Scotchman. The Snow-Burner 2011-05-17T02:00:21.527Z "If I could resume relations with M'G. for a serial in his Mag. on fair terms I would soon pull up the leeway, but I am at a loss to guess the Scotchman's tactiques." Charles Lever, His Life in His Letters, Vol. I 2011-04-15T02:00:13.527Z “To-morrow?” echoed the cool Scotchman, unaccustomed to such quick transactions, and somewhat surprised at the proposal. The Child Wife 2011-04-21T02:00:50.050Z Oh, the land o' heather and hill and loch Must e'en be dear to a Scotchman. The Cornflower, and Other Poems 2011-04-07T02:00:18.740Z The Scotchman was of the same fibre and stock as that other half-Scotchman, Kant. Religion and Science From Galileo to Bergson 2011-04-07T02:00:16.760Z The young Scotchman is naturally inquisitive as to the meaning of this mysterious communication, and has his curiosity gratified by a recital of the following romantic story by Dr. Beaton. Claimants to Royalty 2011-03-31T02:00:20.557Z There is however no use in talking to a Scotchman who has made up his mind. All the Days of My Life: An Autobiography The Red Leaves of a Human Heart 2011-03-31T02:00:16.763Z The house was occupied by a bank clerk—a Scotchman, I believe—who seemed to turn out very suddenly. The Child Wife 2011-04-21T02:00:50.050Z The first well-dressed Scotchman we had any conversation with, to our surprise confessed himself a Deist. Letters of John Keats to His Family and Friends 2011-03-30T02:00:14.620Z While at Williamsburg, being a thrifty Scotchman, he had patented one thousand acres of fertile land adjoining the community boundary of seven thousand acres. Voices; Birth-Marks; The Man and the Elephant 2011-03-28T02:00:27.040Z It has often had its ludicrous side, and I have often smiled at the broad Scotchman trying to explain something to a German without any success. Association Football And How To Play It 2011-03-27T02:00:16.723Z There was a New York paper lying on the table, and also a copy of 200 the Scotchman. All the Days of My Life: An Autobiography The Red Leaves of a Human Heart 2011-03-31T02:00:16.763Z The Scotchman, prudent in other respects, had been rash in the selection of his residence. The Child Wife 2011-04-21T02:00:50.050Z A Scotchman would retire perhaps without much desire for revenge. Letters of John Keats to His Family and Friends 2011-03-30T02:00:14.620Z It is a fascinating record which has placed the name of this indomitable Scotchman beside the names of the world's greatest explorers. Voyages from Montreal Through the Continent of North America to the Frozen and Pacific Oceans in 1789 and 1793 Vol. I 2011-03-24T02:00:11.430Z Mrs. Peterson is so fond of the game that she keeps a Scotchman here to look after the links and instruct her.” Mysterious Mr. Sabin 2011-03-24T02:00:10.087Z The proprietor, a very dry rusk of a Scotchman, in a green duffle apron, and a red Kilmarnock night cap, was standing at the open door. All the Days of My Life: An Autobiography The Red Leaves of a Human Heart 2011-03-31T02:00:16.763Z He was a Scotchman, and could not stand this. The Child Wife 2011-04-21T02:00:50.050Z Scotchman has made up his Mind within himself in a sort of snail shell wisdom. Letters of John Keats to His Family and Friends 2011-03-30T02:00:14.620Z The pestilent Scotchman, however, had an agreement for a lease of his farm for twenty-one years, drawn up by the Duke's own solicitor, and had expended several thousands of pounds in improvements and farm-stock. The Canadian Portrait Gallery - Volumes 1 to 4 2011-03-23T02:00:23.527Z A gleam of delight mingled with respect at his opponent, shone in the Scotchman’s face. Mysterious Mr. Sabin 2011-03-24T02:00:10.087Z I longed for all the Scotchmen and Englishmen I ever knew to be on the Mississippi with me. All the Days of My Life: An Autobiography The Red Leaves of a Human Heart 2011-03-31T02:00:16.763Z How often did he inwardly anathematise a Canadian Scotchman, who sat opposite, and whose huge shaggy “pow” interposed between him and the beautiful reflection! The Child Wife 2011-04-21T02:00:50.050Z There was very little amusement in the room, but a Scotchman to hate. Letters of John Keats to His Family and Friends 2011-03-30T02:00:14.620Z The fellow appointed to kiss me for this mistake was a big Scotchman named Buchan. Story of My Life, volumes 1-3 2011-03-20T02:00:26.607Z As the ball trickled into the hole the Scotchman drew a long breath. Mysterious Mr. Sabin 2011-03-24T02:00:10.087Z That indicates one claim to goodness which I possess, but the answer to the question you submit can better be supplied, I am sure, by an “undiluted” Scotchman. All the Days of My Life: An Autobiography The Red Leaves of a Human Heart 2011-03-31T02:00:16.763Z After that, they fell with some harshness upon a Scotchman, who had taken it into his head to give rules to taste, and to criticise the most admirable passages of Racine, without understanding French. Voltaire's Romances, Complete in One Volume 2011-03-20T02:00:21.247Z This Scotchman is the most accomplished fellow in this way I ever met with. Letters of John Keats to His Family and Friends 2011-03-30T02:00:14.620Z Statesmen would bow meekly before her, but the Scotchman always spoke his mind. In the Days of Queen Victoria 2011-03-17T02:00:14.783Z Mr. Sabin turned around to find himself confronted by a long, thin Scotchman, who had strolled out of a little shed close at hand. Mysterious Mr. Sabin 2011-03-24T02:00:10.087Z It is scarcely an exaggeration to say, that no Scotchman ever tells his wife the truth, and the whole truth, about his affairs. All the Days of My Life: An Autobiography The Red Leaves of a Human Heart 2011-03-31T02:00:16.763Z Carleton's force retired in confusion, and when McLean's Canadians got news of the disaster they took French leave of him, and he with his Scotchmen retired in haste to Quebec. Vermont A Study of Independence 2011-03-17T02:00:13.130Z At Taylor’s too, there was a Scotchman,—not quite so bad, for he was as clean as he could get himself. Letters of John Keats to His Family and Friends 2011-03-30T02:00:14.620Z The case of Cornelius McBride, a young Scotchman who taught a colored school near Sparta, Chickasaw County, is one of unusual cruelty. The Nation's Peril Twelve Years' Experience in the South 2011-03-17T02:00:12.580Z This reminds us of the Scotchman who, having gone back to his country after a long absence, declared that the whole kingdom was on the road to perdition. How to be Happy Though Married Being a Handbook to Marriage 2011-03-11T03:00:13.410Z And presently the old Scotchman took pity on me as a mere American who knew nothing about the high mysteries of sport. The Charm of Ireland 2011-03-10T03:00:53.650Z Why, that boy’s no more fit to be your husband than that great, ugly, long brown-bearded Scotchman who poisons the air with his copper mine, is to be Louie’s.” The Haute Noblesse A Novel 2011-03-10T03:00:50.577Z We had a young, long, raw, lean Scotchman with us yesterday, called Thornton. Letters of John Keats to His Family and Friends 2011-03-30T02:00:14.620Z In that town he met a Virginia Scotchman, whose people he had known in Scotland. The Road to Paris 2011-03-07T03:00:11.103Z But Frenchmen, Scotchmen and Englishmen, we mean the masses, the proletariat, have lost as much by emancipation as Irishmen. Cannibals all! or, Slaves without masters 2011-03-06T03:00:21.020Z Some sixty years ago, there lived near Kabletown in the upper part of Jefferson county, a Scotchman, named McFillan, who was overseer on a plantation belonging to a Mrs. Hunter. The Strange Story of Harper's Ferry With Legends of the Surrounding Country 2011-03-04T03:00:59.137Z “Good night, you great stupid, obstinate, thick-headed Scotchman,” growled Uncle Luke, as he let him out, and stood listening to his retiring steps. The Haute Noblesse A Novel 2011-03-10T03:00:50.577Z A Scotchman will go wisely about to deceive you, an Irishman cunningly. Letters of John Keats to His Family and Friends 2011-03-30T02:00:14.620Z Maclean did not use Scotch words save when speaking to Scotchmen. The Road to Paris 2011-03-07T03:00:11.103Z "I'm going to be a Scotchman," he replied gravely. Forty Years of 'Spy' 2011-03-04T03:00:57.237Z What matters it to me if the Scotchman or the Norfolk farmer is to prosper where we only could exist? The Dodd Family Abroad, Vol. I 2011-03-03T03:00:56.130Z “Hark at the hot-blooded Scotchman, Maddy; and look here how pleasantly and patiently my little Dutch doll takes it, bless her!” The Haute Noblesse A Novel 2011-03-10T03:00:50.577Z A Scotchman’s motive is more easily discovered than an Irishman’s. Letters of John Keats to His Family and Friends 2011-03-30T02:00:14.620Z A jeering saying of offence—"One is as good as another," and as a Scotchman once said, "and better." Our Cats and All About Them Their Varieties, Habits, and Management; and for Show, the Standard of Excellence and Beauty; Described and Pictured 2011-03-03T03:00:48.597Z Verily, I have been taking a lesson from that ancient Briton who is represented as having plundered a naked Scotchman: “A painted vest Prince Vortigern had on, Which from a naked Pict his grandsire won!” The Highlands of Ethiopia 2011-02-25T03:01:07.193Z A spider, they say, once saved a Scotchman. The Plowshare and the Sword A Tale of Old Quebec 2011-02-24T03:01:05.143Z Going to throw over the Scotchman and take to Miss Louie?” The Haute Noblesse A Novel 2011-03-10T03:00:50.577Z Erskine was brilliant for a Scotchman, but a brilliant Scotchman is but a third-rate Irishman. Sir Brook Fossbrooke, Volume I. 2011-02-18T03:00:17.957Z These Lives were chiefly written by a Scotchman named Shiels, and embrace 213 names, from the period of Chaucer to the middle of the eighteenth century. A Catalogue of Books in English Later than 1700 (Vol 1 of 3) Forming a portion of the library of Robert Hoe 2011-02-16T03:00:36.047Z Jarvis was a tall, straight, austere Scotchman of the old school," continued the clergyman, "with a belief in predestination and eternal punishment, which was—well—rather fanatical, even for those days. That Affair at Elizabeth 2011-02-14T03:00:36.587Z The Scotchman wound the fragile tow-rope round his left arm, keeping his right arm free so that he might go on smoking. War 2011-02-10T03:00:52.487Z The men 660 strong, all Scotchmen, enlisted in the range of country from Aberdeen to Ayrshire: a highland regiment without highlanders: few or none of Englishmen or Irishmen among them. Toronto of Old 2011-02-10T03:00:45.907Z Do you know that they are the Scotchmen's totems? On Canada's Frontier Sketches of History, Sport, and Adventure and of the Indians, Missionaries, Fur-traders, and Newer Settlers of Western Canada 2011-02-09T03:00:51.093Z And a tall, massively built Scotchman, with shaggy hair and rugged features, grasped Sir George's hand warmly. In the Van; or, The Builders 2011-02-09T03:00:42.387Z The books, with one exception, were prepared by Englishmen or Scotchmen. The New Irish Constitution 2011-02-06T03:00:57.247Z "I'm supported, too, in my observations by a witness none will dispute,—that Scotchman, Henderson—" "By the way, isn't his daughter come home to him?" asked Bodkin, eager for a diversion. The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. II (of II) 2011-02-04T03:00:20.520Z August of this year a young Scotchman falls from the sloop and is drowned. Toronto of Old 2011-02-10T03:00:45.907Z There scarcely can have been a hardier Scotchman, one of more simple tastes and requirements, or one possessing in any higher degree the quality called endurance. On Canada's Frontier Sketches of History, Sport, and Adventure and of the Indians, Missionaries, Fur-traders, and Newer Settlers of Western Canada 2011-02-09T03:00:51.093Z Each has the Scotchman's "ben-place" to sleep in, partitioned off from the ordinary living room. In the Van; or, The Builders 2011-02-09T03:00:42.387Z They are too ready to make allowances for shortcomings that have their source in some national prejudice; whereas your Saxon or your Scotchman would scout such a plea at once. The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. I (of II) 2011-02-04T03:00:16.820Z Some of the Scotchmen were young fellows who had been recruited in Scotland after war broke out. Trenching at Gallipoli The personal narrative of a Newfoundlander with the ill-fated Dardanelles expedition 2011-02-02T03:00:25.187Z But the bimetallists of our time are disposed to agree with the shrewd Scotchman. Readings in Money and Banking Selected and Adapted 2011-02-01T03:00:14.553Z I have been able to see, I hope, where misunderstanding has arisen, and, being a Highland Scotchman, I am able to express my feelings. Over Here Impressions of America by a British officer 2011-01-30T03:00:16.597Z A good-natured Scotchman was what they call 'Boss' and he made it very pleasant for us. In the Van; or, The Builders 2011-02-09T03:00:42.387Z A few of them pulled out, preceded by the gaunt Scotchman who had run the bare “hotel” where most of the whisky was consumed. The Invisible Censor 2011-01-29T03:00:20.267Z Like every Scotchman since the world began, he answered to the name of "Mac." Trenching at Gallipoli The personal narrative of a Newfoundlander with the ill-fated Dardanelles expedition 2011-02-02T03:00:25.187Z SO says the well-fed, well-dressed, well-housed little Scotchman in Robert Louis Stevenson's rhyme. Indian Stories Retold From St. Nicholas 2011-01-22T03:00:17.853Z He is a humourous Scotchman of the Lowland variety, with a kindly eye and a good deal of his Scotch accent left. Over Here Impressions of America by a British officer 2011-01-30T03:00:16.597Z "Take pay for a feed!" cried the Scotchman with a laugh. In the Van; or, The Builders 2011-02-09T03:00:42.387Z As Campbell had said only a few monosyllables, and as he had the Scotchman's national sense of humor, he merely stared at his interlocutor. The Diamond Pin 2011-01-22T03:00:15.907Z The Scotchman who put on some bandages on the little cuts looked at me accusingly. Trenching at Gallipoli The personal narrative of a Newfoundlander with the ill-fated Dardanelles expedition 2011-02-02T03:00:25.187Z Lord Blair turned to the rigid Scotchman, whose mouth had fallen open. Burning Sands 2011-01-17T03:00:53.930Z An Englishman and a Scotchman of the same class feel the same way. Over Here Impressions of America by a British officer 2011-01-30T03:00:16.597Z His master was a Scotchman, and but a few weeks before had given him and his wife their freedom. The Spy of the Rebellion Being a True History of the Spy System of the United States Army during the Late Rebellion, 2011-01-17T03:00:42.913Z Captain MacDonnell was an Irishman and a Scotchman, which means he was able to be very gay and also very melancholy. The Ranch Girls and Their Great Adventure 2011-01-13T03:01:17.050Z Before I was put into one, the big Scotchman took a large syringe and injected a strong dose of morphia into my chest. Trenching at Gallipoli The personal narrative of a Newfoundlander with the ill-fated Dardanelles expedition 2011-02-02T03:00:25.187Z The Scotchman looked at him with a twinkle in his eye. Burning Sands 2011-01-17T03:00:53.930Z "Be a Scotchman," advised Sam Larder, "and give her the benefit of the doubt." The Rider of Golden Bar 2011-01-04T03:01:06.347Z She was not here—the old Scotchman, as before remarked, having played me false. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z Captain MacDonnell's mother was an Irishwoman and his father a Scotchman. The Ranch Girls and Their Great Adventure 2011-01-13T03:01:17.050Z Said an Irish paper: "Men of different religious denomination, and of various professions in life—Irishmen, Englishmen, and Scotchmen—joined in such a service as has never been held in this island." The Story of the Atlantic Telegraph 2010-12-29T03:00:29.577Z In his tastes and instincts this son of a Scotchman was altogether an Indian. Red Eagle and the Wars With the Creek Indians of Alabama. 2010-12-20T17:12:28.183Z For instance, some fifty years ago, a great English wit, Sydney Smith, said that it required a surgical operation to make a Scotchman understand a joke. English Pharisees and French Crocodiles and Other Anglo-French Typical Characters 2010-12-20T17:12:04.833Z Her master, an old Scotchman, who, like most old sailors, was fond of his grog, had been quite indiscreet, as I soon learned, in talking about his ship, and her movements. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z A typical young Scotchman becomes, by the force of circumstances, decivilized, and mates with a native woman. The Baron's Sons 2010-12-20T17:12:02.667Z There was only one way of accomplishing this, and the Pilot employed it; he carried the Big Scotchman. Higgins A Man's Christian In all this, however, the wily Scotchman served himself while serving the nation, and he rapidly grew to be rich. Red Eagle and the Wars With the Creek Indians of Alabama. 2010-12-20T17:12:28.183Z A young Scotchman, the Rev. William Smith, was appointed to govern the institution, and was called the provost. The True Benjamin Franklin He knew that his daughter's heart was attached, with all a woman's devotedness, to the young Scotchman, and he knew that his affection for her was not less ardent. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 16 Pray, Mr Douglas," said General Fortescue, addressing himself to Philip, "is your father a Scotchman? Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 14 There was an interval of relief then, and during this the Pilot gathered up every shred of the Big Scotchman’s clothing and safely hid it. Higgins A Man's Christian He is a Scotchman; probably some of my Edinburgh courtly lovers, in the disguise of a free son of the mountains. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 13 Hark ye, friend," said he, in an agitated tone; "you're a Scotchman, I presume, and must be up, as we say in London. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 12 Destitute of kindred as I was, the feeling seemed to extend my relationship: every Scotchman being my relation, and his accents music to my ears. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 10 His mother had died in his early childhood, and his education was prosecuted under the superintendence of a worthy and excellent tutor, a Scotchman of the name of Campbell. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 14 When the Big Scotchman got up from his knees he took the Pilot’s hand and said that, by God’s help, he would live better than he had lived. Higgins A Man's Christian But I'll tell you a bit of a secret—I'm a Scotchman born and bred.' Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 8 I was born, master," said the gipsy, "in this very cave, some sixty years ago, and so am a Scotchman like yourself. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 5 Among them is Black, the Scotchman, and Brazen-head Jackson, Hill, the baker, etc. Familiar Letters of John Adams and His Wife Abigail Adams During the Revolution with a Memoir of Mrs. Adams He was a Scotchman, the son of a Presbyterian minister, born and bred in Puritan surroundings; he had served in the Cameronian regiment, and had fought on the continent in William III's armies. A Historical Geography of the British Colonies Vol. V, Canada—Part I, Historical The dogged and courageous method will be sufficiently illustrated in the tale of the Big Scotchman of White Pine–to Higgins almost a forgotten incident of fourteen years’ service. Higgins A Man's Christian Once since the English held possession here, a Scotchman was sent to Malta as governor, a devout Presbyterian, who conscientiously endeavored to abolish the noisy celebration of the Carnival on the Sabbath. The Story of Malta "They are racing into Kendal to catch the Scotchman for London." The Hillman They bound him securely with buckskin thongs, and at a word from the Scotchman the camp dunnage was gathered up, the fire trodden out, and a shift was made to the river-bank. Stranded in Arcady In other words, the patent represented the effort of an energetic Scotchman to bring his country and his people into line with the English in the field of western adventure. A Historical Geography of the British Colonies Vol. V, Canada—Part I, Historical The Pilot got the Big Scotchman down, and kept him down, and at last got him into his bunk. Higgins A Man's Christian William Maccall, a Scotchman, has in turn rendered it into English in such a faithful manner that much of its original beauty is preserved. The Story of Our Hymns Now the Manse and glebe were the seat of a nation of the wee fairyfolk whom Scotchmen call Brownies. Old Farm Fairies: A Summer Campaign In Brownieland Against King Cobweaver's Pixies "We never should have beaten it if the old Scotchman hadn't taken a hand," was Prime's comment. Stranded in Arcady Cape Breton Island he made over to another Scotchman, Sir Robert Gordon, of Lochinvar, and went to work to find settlers for the rest of his domain. A Historical Geography of the British Colonies Vol. V, Canada—Part I, Historical Ah, MacGregor," he said, to a young Scotchman, whom he knew slightly, "the devil hasn't claimed you yet, then. The Man Who Rose Again Mr. Allan was at this time thirty-one years of age—a plain, practical business man, or, as some one has described him, "an honest, hard-headed Scotchman, kindly, but stubborn and irascible." The Home Life of Poe “As you ken, Rintoul’s so little o’ a Scotchman that he’s no muckle better than an Englisher. The Little Minister "Perhaps I do owe you both an apology—not for the joke—that is too ripping good to be spoiled—but for breaking your night's rest in that peppery Scotchman's birch-bark," he offered. Stranded in Arcady College. t is not in business alone that the Scotchman shows that obstinate perseverance which so characterises his nation. Friend Mac Donald Besides, I fancy I am more of a Frenchman than an Englishman, or even a Scotchman; and the worst of such a transmogrification is, that one grows used to it, and change becomes wellnigh impossible. The Span o' Life A Tale of Louisbourg & Quebec Mac set down his jugs and we done the same and then Mac done the most generous thing I ever seen a Scotchman do even in liquor. Believe You Me! He's a Scotchman who has lived down here for many years. The Bachelors A Novel Prime saw nothing hopeful in the Scotchman's face, but it occurred to him that a too easy yielding might be construed as an admission of guilt. Stranded in Arcady In 1843, many Scotchmen, having discovered that it was contrary to Scripture to have ministers appointed by the State, founded the Free Church, which at the present time rivals the Presbyterian in importance. Friend Mac Donald Generally he has the luck to be a Scotchman and is a man of few words and great knowledge. The New Gulliver and Other Stories “Finish the subject,” said the Scotchman, “why, that would require all eternity, and even then it would not be complete; it will be the occupation of heaven.” Wondrous Love and other Gospel addresses "How would you like a scrummage, Andy, with them Scotchmen that stole your mother's chickens this morning?" asked Horse Shoe. Horse-Shoe Robinson A Tale of the Tory Ascendency "One of the greatest Scotchmen the world ever saw was a novel-writer," Prime ventured to suggest. Stranded in Arcady Those anecdotes, I repeat, are not irreverent: I have heard them told by Scotchmen who would not think of shaving on a Sunday for fear of giving the cook extra work to boil water early. Friend Mac Donald The person to be appointed Superintendent, whom I had accidentally encountered, was a "canny Scotchman," and proved singularly adapted to the work. The Dangerous Classes of New York And Twenty Years' Work Among Them The bagpipes are sacred to Scotland and speak a language which Scotchmen only know, and inspire feelings which Scotchmen only feel. Reminiscences of the Great Mutiny 1857-59 Including the relief, siege, and capture of Lucknow, and the campaigns in Rohilcund and Oude Gad, sir, it soon got to the hearing of the English regiment, and such a shouting as they sot up from their lines against the Scotchmen! Horse-Shoe Robinson A Tale of the Tory Ascendency At the morning breakfast halt Prime tried to extract a bit of geographical information from the Scotchman. Stranded in Arcady The Scotchman puts all the resources of his house at your disposition and, in a really hospitable spirit, leaves you to use them according to your taste. Friend Mac Donald Presently a gray-haired Scotchman began to recite the poem,— “There is no flock, however watched and tended, But one dead lamb is there!” Henry Wadsworth Longfellow “There,” said the tall Scotchman who attended them about the place, “is the room where Rizzio was murdered, in the presence of Mary.” Zigzag Journeys in Europe Vacation Rambles in Historic Lands "Ask him," said the young man, "how he got away from Charleston after the surrender; and then get him to tell you how he took the five Scotchmen prisoners." Horse-Shoe Robinson A Tale of the Tory Ascendency The Scotchman stared hard at Prime from beneath his shaggy brows. Stranded in Arcady Every Scot is proud of his nationality, but an Aberdonian will tell you: "Not only am I a Scotchman, but I was born in Aberdeen." Friend Mac Donald Campbell was a Scotchman who had been a friend of Kidd. The Book of Buried Treasure Being a True History of the Gold, Jewels, and Plate of Pirates, Galleons, etc., which are sought for to this day The Scotchman quoted a line or two of the poem, changing from the English to the Scottish accent. Zigzag Journeys in Europe Vacation Rambles in Historic Lands You know what he was—a hard-headed, sarcastic old Scotchman, with the bitterest tongue that was ever hung in the middle and adjusted to wag both ways. The King of Arcadia And for another we are going to hope that a real court will not be so obstinately suspicious as this Scotchman. Stranded in Arcady If this ending of the anecdote is not authentic, I feel quite sure that none but a Scotchman could have invented it. Friend Mac Donald A Spanish war-vessel watched the operations, by night and day, the government being somewhat sensitive and suspicious ever since the flight of that Scotchman and his brigantine. The Book of Buried Treasure Being a True History of the Gold, Jewels, and Plate of Pirates, Galleons, etc., which are sought for to this day Bidding the entertaining Scotchman farewell, the party returned to Ayr, and thence to Glasgow, where it arrived in the lingering sunlight of the long afternoon. Zigzag Journeys in Europe Vacation Rambles in Historic Lands I know a Scotchman who, the other day, married his fourth wife. Her Royal Highness Woman James M. Barrie is a Scotchman, born in 1860 and educated at Edinburgh University. Woman's Club Work and Programs First Aid to Club Women Scotchmen are well fitted for the battle of life. Friend Mac Donald Here the Scotchman aforesaid "lived happily ever afterwards" for all that is known to the contrary. The Book of Buried Treasure Being a True History of the Gold, Jewels, and Plate of Pirates, Galleons, etc., which are sought for to this day A weather-wise old Scotchman promised the party a fair day, and bid them “God speed” for the home of “Robbie Burns.” Zigzag Journeys in Europe Vacation Rambles in Historic Lands It has always been something of a mystery to me, when I think of it, how I happened for so long to miss knowing more about old Captain Doane, and MacGregor, that roseate Scotchman. Hempfield A Novel Tradesman there stands for scoundrel, as implicitly as with us an Irishman is a blunderer and a Scotchman a knave. Diary And Notes Of Horace Templeton, Esq. Volume II (of II) I should pity the reader, even were he a Scotchman as seen through Sydney Smith's spectacles, if he took this Caledonian for a typical portrait of the Scotch father. Friend Mac Donald In a word, Scotchmen might know a thing or two, but your up-to-date Yankee was the man to crack the nut of the lost Florencia and deftly extract the kernel. The Book of Buried Treasure Being a True History of the Gold, Jewels, and Plate of Pirates, Galleons, etc., which are sought for to this day “There,” said the Scotchman, “lived Burns’s first sweetheart.” Zigzag Journeys in Europe Vacation Rambles in Historic Lands And Nort knew as well as though some one had told him, that it had come to an unescapable issue between him and this grim Scotchman. Hempfield A Novel The Scotchman fell dead at the first fire. Diary And Notes Of Horace Templeton, Esq. Volume II (of II) The young Scotchman was not to be intimidated. Friend Mac Donald A few years later the foundation of the coal-gas manufacture was laid by William Murdoch, a Scotchman, who must be credited with the practical introduction of this illuminating agent. Coal and What We Get from It It is as if English-speaking Scotchmen and Irishmen should object to 'dialect' novels reproducing the idiom of their 'uncultured' countrymen. My First Book: the experiences of Walter Besant, James Payn, W. Clark Russell, Grant Allen, Hall Caine, George R. Sims, Rudyard Kipling, A. Conan Doyle, M.E. Braddon, F.W. Robinson, H. Rider Haggard, R.M. Ballantyne, I. Zangwill, Morley Roberts, David Christie Murray, Marie Corelli, Jerome K. Jerome, John Strange Winter, Bret Harte, "Q.", Robert Buchanan, Robert Louis Stevenson, with an introduction by Jerome K. Jerome. As I have said before, it was a long time before I began to understand that roseate Scotchman. Hempfield A Novel I tell them that is like asking which would win in a fight, an Irishman or a Scotchman. Careers of Danger and Daring During the dry season the stream is fordable in several places, and many times had the young Scotchman crossed it. Friend Mac Donald Pat O’Mara’s efforts as a Scotchman got much laughter, but the real variety bloomed in Wallace the second night. Battery E in France 149th Field Artillery, Rainbow (42nd) Division The Scotchman listened, and promised to be secret. The Divorce of Catherine of Aragon The Story as Told by the Imperial Ambassadors Resident at the Court of Henry VIII At first there was an amusing struggle between Harriet and Fergus, in which, of course, that Scotchman came off second best—and never knew that he was beaten! Hempfield A Novel At nine years of age he studies Latin, Greek, and French under the Rev. Mr. Douglas, a Scotchman, living with the minister at the same time. Junius Unmasked or, Thomas Paine the author of the Letters of Junius and the Declaration of Independence Do not suppose that the Scotchman ran to imprint a farewell kiss on the brow of his dead son. Friend Mac Donald Christopher was, like other Scotchmen, a curious mixture of amiability and irascibility; his temper came from his pride and Breton had learnt, many years ago, to fear it. The Duchess of Wrexe Her Decline and Death; A Romantic Commentary That isn't all!" shouted the old Scotchman, as the other turned away, "and you hear this here and now. Harper's Round Table, July 30, 1895 We shall soon present a column containing the ripe observations of our esteemed printer, fellow citizen, and spotless Scotchman, Mr. Fergus MacGregor. Hempfield A Novel Jefferson, on Scotch soil, would have been taken, from personal appearance, to be a red-headed Scotchman, and a fine specimen at that. Junius Unmasked or, Thomas Paine the author of the Letters of Junius and the Declaration of Independence An old Scotchman, feeling death at hand, had bidden all his family to his bedside. Friend Mac Donald He had one of those long somber faces which Scotchmen call "dour." The Garden of Eden An old Scotchman says: "It is a good thing in a good place for a good purpose." Moody's Stories Incidents and Illustrations That Scotchman continued working steadily at the cases. Hempfield A Novel Now, all I have to do is to show that this disguised hand resembles that of some cotemporary Scotchman's, and Scotland has the honor. Junius Unmasked or, Thomas Paine the author of the Letters of Junius and the Declaration of Independence Scotchmen still drink hard; but where are the good old times, when it was thought a slight to your host to go to bed without the help of a couple of servants? Friend Mac Donald The Palatine school, directed by the Scotchman Clement, into whose precincts the two Bretons followed the Emperor, held about two hundred pupils. The Carlovingian Coins Or The Daughters of Charlemagne. A Tale of the Ninth Century As a Scotchman would say, they thought him a little daft. The Overcoming Life and Other Sermons I had some such experience with that prickly Scotchman, Fergus MacGregor. Hempfield A Novel I immediately begin to read, and to my happiness the first sentence is an unqualified affirmation: "My lord, I am a Scotchman." Junius Unmasked or, Thomas Paine the author of the Letters of Junius and the Declaration of Independence It is easy to understand why the Scotchman, still more than the Englishman, is common sense personified. Friend Mac Donald I've asked Scotchmen even, and I'm a brae old man now. Carnival A Scotchman said to him, “Ay, man, why don’t you come chain and all?” The Overcoming Life and Other Sermons Jackson set aside the verdict, and shot the Englishman and hanged the Scotchman. The Greater Republic A History of the United States Ah! here is a Scotchman, as the signature denotes. Junius Unmasked or, Thomas Paine the author of the Letters of Junius and the Declaration of Independence He never abdicates his manhood's dignity: an obsequious Scotchman is unknown. Friend Mac Donald General St. Clair was a gallant Scotchman who had seen service in the old French war as well as in this, and beheld the force arrayed against him without dismay. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools The preacher, I cannot call him a minister, for he truly ministered unto none except himself, the preacher then, was a cold, hard Scotchman, High Church of course. A Modern Wizard The Irishman or Scotchman when drunk is quarrelsome and pugnacious; the German or the Englishman, stupid and brutal; the Spaniard or Italian, revengeful and treacherous. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, No. 22, March, 1852, Volume 4. As a counterpoise to the missionaries, we carry men from Manila—lean Scotchmen who gamble once a month in the Manila State lottery and occasionally turn up trumps. From Sea to Sea Letters of Travel Here is one, to begin with, which will show once more how difficult it is to trip up a Scotchman. Friend Mac Donald What Scotchman has not heard the dreaded words? Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Vol. 9 On this occasion I did not as usual accompany my father, but went with a trader named Macgregor, a Scotchman, as my father was ill at the time. The Young Colonists A Story of the Zulu and Boer Wars I heard afterward that my brother the banker, with his messmates, Peanut the Yankee and McCute the Scotchman, all went to Davy Jones’s locker—that is to say, they were bankrupt, and paid nobody. Seven Frozen Sailors Which are the lightest men—Scotchmen, Irishmen, or Englishmen? The Handbook of Conundrums A Scotchman, who looked ill at ease, whispered in my friend's ear: "What must I do?" Friend Mac Donald Such were the obsequies which Scotchmen, resigning the nature of man, amidst unheard-of agonies, celebrated over the corpses of their countrymen. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Vol. 9 His next neighbours were two brothers, Scotchmen, named Fraser, who lived at a distance of four miles. The Young Colonists A Story of the Zulu and Boer Wars The manager—a youngish man, and the usual Scotchman—listened to my story politely enough—sympathetically too. A Veldt Vendetta "And so, Sir Frederick, thou hast come all the way from France merely for the pleasure of marching off to battle and slaughtering poor Scotchmen, or of being killed thyself?" said gentle cousin Mary. With Ring of Shield Where is the time when a Scotchman almost found fault with his hens for laying eggs on the Sabbath? Friend Mac Donald From these transactions sprung that name, Christiecleek, which is so familiar to the ears of Scotchmen. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Vol. 9 Hume, and other Scotchmen, would make us believe, that the ancient inhabitants of this country were a set of savages, clothed in skins and the like. Cottage Economy To Which Is Added The Poor Man's Friend However, he made no remarks on the subject, thinking it, as it really was, a matter of perfect indifference whether they were Scotchmen or Dutchmen. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume I Historical, Traditionary, and Imaginative They were still at it for dear life and Sir Frederick did seem to be bothered with the way the Scotchman used the little shield. With Ring of Shield A young Scotchman, on leaving Oxford, had been appointed master in one of the great public schools of England. Friend Mac Donald His sons, amphibious as are all the Scotchmen, apparently, in these parts, row out to meet us. The Cruise of the Elena or Yachting in the Hebrides The guests at this festival are mostly Scottish, and a large muster of Highland Chiefs and Lowland Lairds, as well as prosperous Scotchmen of London, supported the Royal chairman upon this occasion. Speeches and Addresses of H. R. H. the Prince of Wales: 1863-1888 This was, that all the crew were Dutchmen, there not being a Scotchman amongst them. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume I Historical, Traditionary, and Imaginative At length the Scotchman made a swinging, backhand stroke, full at Sir Frederick's neck. With Ring of Shield It is a man who says to himself twenty times a day: "I am a Scotchman." Friend Mac Donald Let me here remark, as indicating the cultivated character of the Scotchman, one is surprised at the number of local papers one sees in all the Scotch towns. The Cruise of the Elena or Yachting in the Hebrides As Duke of Rothesay he had a warm welcome that evening, and in the name of his brother Scotchmen he gave his heartfelt thanks for appearing among them. Speeches and Addresses of H. R. H. the Prince of Wales: 1863-1888 At Colebrook Row they are Presbyterians, and in England we naturally presume Presbyterians to be Scotchmen—at any rate, this must be the case as regards the attendance at Colebrook Row. The Religious Life of London "That accounts for it," said I; "he is a Frenchman; and had he been a Scotchman, I had now been a corpse." With Ring of Shield Three Scotchmen, now occupying high positions, shared a room containing one bed; and for a year at least, while attending Aberdeen University, they had no other lodging. Friend Mac Donald I am not prepared exactly to endorse that statement, but the language is natural to a Scotchman, who can see nowhere a land so romantic as his own. The Cruise of the Elena or Yachting in the Hebrides In the course of this history we have advisedly used the word "English" instead of "British," in speaking of our nation, because as yet Scotchmen were little concerned in colonisation schemes. The West Indies and the Spanish Main In this respect the Scotchman contrasts favourably with the Englishman. The Religious Life of London Yes, by Saint Paul, take the whole army, and thou wilt! we do not need them here; these Scotchmen will not dare to draw a sword, after the lesson we taught them yesterday, eh! With Ring of Shield "Ah!" cried the Aberdonian who told me the story, "Jonathan will not go back to America to tell his compatriots that he took in a Scotchman." Friend Mac Donald Not Scotland, for a Scotchman is born thrifty—just as he is said to be born not able to understand a joke. Christopher Crayon's Recollections The Life and Times of the late James Ewing Ritchie as told by himself The chances are that he is a Scotchman or an Irishman; that his impudence is merely confined to paper; that he does not shine either at the Temple Forum or Codgers’ Hall. Here and There in London Boswell, when introduced for the first time to old Sam Johnson, admitted that he was a Scotchman, but added, humbly and by way of apology, that indeed he could not help it. The Religious Life of London One of the captives was an Irishman, the other a Scotchman. The Journal of Lieut. John L. Hardenbergh of the Second New York Continental Regiment from May 1 to October 3, 1779, in General Sullivan's Campaign Against the Western Indians With an Introduction, Copious Historical Notes, and Maps of the Battle-field of Newtown and Groveland Ambuscade I have several times been a witness of very touching little scenes in Scotland, which proved to me that there are hearts of gold to be found under the rough surfaces of Scotchmen. Friend Mac Donald The Scotchman who prayed that the Lord would give them a good conceit of themselves, had he lived among the Welsh, would have found that portion of his prayer superfluous. Christopher Crayon's Recollections The Life and Times of the late James Ewing Ritchie as told by himself Australians and New Zealanders are English and Scotchmen who have settled at the antipodes where there is more room for them than at home. The English in the West Indies or, The Bow of Ulysses I think that old Scotchman and all the other ancestors would agree with us that the boy from Ohio stood fast. The Child's Book of American Biography That reminds me," said the Scotchman, "that I saw a photograph of Dixblanc to-day, and was astonished to find her not at all an evil-looking person. The Galaxy, May, 1877 Vol. XXIII.—May, 1877.—No. 5. No, no; the Scotchman has no wit of this sort. Friend Mac Donald As a Scotchman he had a good share of the dry humour of his nation. Christopher Crayon's Recollections The Life and Times of the late James Ewing Ritchie as told by himself We swear by the oatcake and the porridge, the substantial bannock and the brose—long may Scotland produce them, and Scotchmen live and fight upon them!! Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 57, No. 353, March 1845 The natural prejudice felt by the aristocracy of Virginia against Dinwiddie, as an untitled Scotchman, was increased by a former altercation with him. History of the Colony and Ancient Dominion of Virginia In the same letter he speaks of the Hibernian presbyterian as “that peculiar cross between a Scotchman and an Irishman.” The Life of William Ewart Gladstone (Vol 2 of 3) You may find one or two in Glasgow, but they are in partnership with Scotchmen, and do not form a band apart. Friend Mac Donald The exuberant Scotchman seized Burt and whirled him around in a wild dance as the excited porters came up. The Blind Lion of the Congo The Scotchman rose and pounded the slab table as he drove home his final point. The Whelps of the Wolf Much of the prejudice against him was owing to his being a Scotchman—a prejudice at that time running very high in England. History of the Colony and Ancient Dominion of Virginia The man looks like a Scotchman, seems like an Irishman, but in reality is a German, an erstwhile soldier, who makes his livelihood in curing and smoking fish. Seeds of Pine Another time I was in a Scotchman's library. Friend Mac Donald Then he resented it, for he had a strong liking for the eccentric Scotchman. The Blind Lion of the Congo He ceased to mention the Inspector's name, and absented himself from meals when the Scotchman was expected. The Whelps of the Wolf Gooch, being a Scotchman, and, as is said, having been educated a Presbyterian, immediately remarked, on seeing the book, "These men are Presbyterians," and recognized their right to the privileges of the toleration act. History of the Colony and Ancient Dominion of Virginia It may have the effect of sending all the Scotchmen, who for years have left their native country, "bock again." Punch - Volume 25 (Jul-Dec 1853) A Scotchman alone could undertake to carry it out. Friend Mac Donald The boys stared at the Scotchman for a moment in wonder. The Blind Lion of the Congo Kerry took the money without a word in reply; he was foiled in the plan of his own devising, and with many a self-uttered sarcasm on the old Scotchman, he descended the stairs once more. The O'Donoghue Tale Of Ireland Fifty Years Ago Dr. William Small, a Scotchman, was then professor of mathematics there: a man of engaging manners, large views, and profound science. History of the Colony and Ancient Dominion of Virginia A week previously, the Scotchman states, the Haddingtonians had devoted a day to fasting and humiliation in the hope that the pestilence might be averted from them. Punch - Volume 25 (Jul-Dec 1853) "All the skippers own their own boats, and the pretty little houses they live in," said the Scotchman who accompanied me. Friend Mac Donald As Burt obeyed it seemed to him that the Scotchman was taking the situation very coolly. The Blind Lion of the Congo That his conduct was unreal, that his principles were but assumed for the occasion, the shrewd Scotchman had long suspected; and this letter, so far from dispelling the doubts, increased them tenfold. The O'Donoghue Tale Of Ireland Fifty Years Ago "That's just what they count on us to do," said the Scotchman bitterly. Northern Diamonds I have told you the story of Jones, the Scotchman, and now I must tell you that of Barry, the Irishman. Stories of Our Naval Heroes Every Child Can Read The result is that every intelligent young Scotchman may aim at entering a profession. Friend Mac Donald Evidently the Scotchman had neither seen nor heard anything unusual, for he at once plunged into discussing plans with Mr. Wallace. The Blind Lion of the Congo "And so this Scotchman dares to enter the list with me," said he, with a smile of contemptuous meaning; "let him try it." The O'Donoghue Tale Of Ireland Fifty Years Ago "Yes, but then Horace's body would be here," the Scotchman returned. Northern Diamonds Many times I have had a chat with that Scotchman on the subject of old Scotland. A Frenchman in America Recollections of Men and Things "What a pity you did not go in!" replied the Scotchman, "you may never be so near again." Friend Mac Donald The countless stings were washed with a weak solution of ammonia to take out the poison, and an hour later they left the Scotchman a mass of bandages but sleeping soundly. The Blind Lion of the Congo There was an old Scotchman that lived there long after the others were gone, and when the niece went back to the nunnery in France he staid there still alone by himself. The O'Donoghue Tale Of Ireland Fifty Years Ago |
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