The title character of this short story is deceived to return after he is told that a silver-mounted rifle awaits him.
The title character of this short story is deceived to return after he is told that a silver-mounted rifle awaits him. One character in this work laments that sand isn't a "palatable substitute" for oats after that man's companion goes to Poplar Cove to gather news. The title character plays games such as "Black Scout" and frequently causes trouble in a hideout outside the town of Summit.The titular event is planned in order to finance a two-lot scheme, though Bill and Sam are exhausted by the title character's mischief and return him to Mr. Dorset. For 10 points, identify this work in which Bill and Sam pay Ebenzer Dorset to take back their kidnapped son, a short story by O. Henry.
The title character of this short story is deceived to return after he is told that a silver-mounted rifle awaits him.
"The {Ransom} of {Red Chief}"