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FATAL EVENT. 



can do," replied the son, " even that is but doubtful." 

 " There is then a chance, at least of one of us being saved ; 

 draw your knife and cut away below !" was the cool and 

 intrepid order of the parent ; " Exert yourself, you may 

 yet escape, and live to comfort your mother !" There was 

 no time for discussion or further hesitation. The son looked 

 up once more, but the edge of rock was cutting its way, and 

 the rope had nearly severed. The knife was drawn, the 

 rope was divided, and his father and brother were launched 

 into eternity ! 



Perilous Leap of a Bird-Catcher. 



