He was, however, entirely disabled by the sprain.
"It is rather a hard case," said Beechnut, "no doubt, but never mind it, Jemmy.

A man may break his leg, and yet live to dance many a hornpipe afterwards.

You'll get over all this and laugh about it one day.

Come, I'll carry you home in my wagon." "But I am afraid to go home," said Jemmy.
"What are you afraid of ?" asked Beechnut.
"Of my father," said Jemmy.
"Oh no," said Beechnut.

"The horse is not hurt, and as for the grist I'll carry it to mill with mine.