This she could only do in small quantities at a time, using various shops for the purpose; returning each time, with her parcel, to the hut.
The suspicion of the Spaniards had, however, been aroused; and orders had been given to watch her closely.

The consequence was that, after purchasing a few articles, she was followed; and a band of soldiers surrounded the hut, after she had entered.

The fugitive was there found concealed, and he and the old woman were at once fastened in the hut.

This was then set alight, and they were burned to death, upon the spot.
When the news reached the mountains, Ned at once determined upon a reprisal.

The negroes and natives were alike ready to follow him, and the next night the whole party, a hundred and fifty strong, marched down from the forest.