OF THE MOOSE. 



on, through woods and under brush that 

 grew at the bottom of the mountain, 

 and at last, after what seemed a chase 

 of a dozen miles, but which in reality 

 might have been three, the hunter came 

 into full sight of his anticipated prize in 

 a clearing. This time the animal was 

 in a position for a telling shot, which 

 was sped with good aim, and brought 

 the great beast to his knees. Another 

 ended his career, and the hunter, out of 

 breath, sat down to wipe his brow. He 

 had lost his hat and mittens in the 

 chase, his clothing was torn, and he was 

 battered and bruised. This counted for 

 nothing. He had brought down his 

 moose after four seasons' work. It was 

 necessary to " swamp " a road, that is, 

 cut one through the woods, for a mile to 

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