The Water Snakes 



If a man were on foot, no matter how cautious might be 

 his movements, it was practically impossible to approach the 

 older snakes. The young reptiles and those of moderate size 

 were less wary. However, if a man were mounted on a horse, 

 the big fellows could be easily approached. This discovery was 

 at once put to advantage, and our elusive, scaly friend of the 

 clearing was soon on the way North, in the company of many 

 other denizens of the lowgrounds and savannas. 



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