As there isn't, let him be tied on the old nag he put off on me, with his head to the horse's tail, supplied with one day's provisions, and then turned loose!" This sentence was received with loud applause and laughter.
The horse was still in camp and was at once brought out.

The man from Pike was securely tied on as directed, and then the poor beast was belabored with whips till he started off at the top of his speed, which his old owner, on account of his reversed position, was unable to regulate.

He was followed by shouts and jeers from the miners, who enjoyed this act of retributive justice.
"Mr.Bickford, you are avenged," said Joe, "So I am, Joe.

I'm glad I've got my hoss back; but I can't help pityin' poor old Rip-tail, after all.

I don't believe he ever killed a wildcat in his life.".