He was thus in at the death of the southern herds; for all, save a few scattering bands, were destroyed within two years of this time.

He was with my cousin, John Roosevelt, and they went out on the range with six other adventurers.

It was a party of just such young men as frequently drift to the frontier.

All were short of cash, and all were hardy, vigorous fellows, eager for excitement and adventure.

My brother was much the youngest of the party, and the least experienced; but he was well-grown, strong and healthy, and very fond of boxing, wrestling, running, riding, and shooting; moreover, he had served an apprenticeship in hunting deer and turkeys.