Buffalo Bill's bold play : or, The tiger of the hills
by OpenStories
Original author: Prentiss Ingraham
"Buffalo Bill's Bold Play; Or, The Tiger of the Hills" by Colonel Prentiss Ingraham is a novel written in the early 20th century. This adventure story centers around Buffalo Bill, along with his companions, as they navigate the wild and chaotic life of the American frontier. With themes of marriage, treasure hunts, and the menace of outlaws, the narrative promises a blend of humor and action in the colorful setting of Blossom Range. At the start of the story, we are introduced to Juniper Joe, who is excitedly preparing for his wedding to Mrs. Rafferty, an Eastern widow. The event draws the attention of the townspeople, along with the unexpected arrival of Buffalo Bill and his friends. Just as the festivities begin, chaos ensues when Juniper Joe confronts a man he believes to be Tim Benson, a notorious outlaw. The peaceful celebration is turned upside down as gunfire erupts, leading to a series of events that hint at deeper intrigues and mysteries that Buffalo Bill must untangle. The opening sets the stage for adventure and mayhem, leaving readers curious about the unfolding drama.
Buffalo Bill's bold play : or, The tiger of the hills, by Prentiss Ingraham. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #63705.
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31 Chapters
- 1.Front Matter831 words
- 2.Chapter I: Juniper Joe’s Jubilee2,438 words
- 3.Chapter II: “jackson Dane, Detective.”3,406 words
- 4.Chapter III: The Baron Finds Excitement2,693 words
- 5.Chapter IV: Suspicions2,234 words
- 6.Chapter V: The Surprise at Juniper Joe’s1,838 words
- 7.Chapter VI: The Baron’s Adventures3,430 words
- 8.Chapter VII: A Startling Discovery2,763 words
- 9.Chapter VIII: Strange Disappearances1,222 words
- 10.Chapter IX: The Chase2,748 words
- 11.Chapter X: Startling Revelations1,771 words
- 12.Chapter XI: The Fool of Folly Mountain2,640 words
- 13.Chapter XII: The Mission of White-Eyed Moses2,426 words
- 14.Chapter XIII: Benson Acts1,376 words
- 15.Chapter XIV: A Worried Sheriff3,102 words
- 16.Chapter XV: The Sheriff’s Warning1,325 words
- 17.Chapter XVI: The Gopher Bites1,511 words
- 18.Chapter XVII: The Baron’s Experience2,087 words
- 19.Chapter XVIII: An Assassin at Work3,904 words
- 20.Chapter XIX: Shifting the Prisoners3,398 words
- 21.Chapter XX: Springing the Trap2,387 words
- 22.Chapter XXI: Tim Benson’s Escape1,068 words
- 23.Chapter XXII: Tim Benson’s Cleverness2,432 words
- 24.Chapter XXIII: Buffalo Bill’s Hold-Up4,031 words
- 25.Chapter XXIV: Gorilla Jake4,066 words
- 26.Chapter XXV: The Betts Brothers1,299 words
- 27.Chapter XXVI: In the Ute Villages965 words
- 28.Chapter XXVII: Matt Shepard and the Massacre3,082 words
- 29.Chapter XXVIII: How It Worked4,666 words
- 30.Chapter XXIX: The Daring of Bill Betts2,550 words
- 31.Chapter XXX: The Capture of Benson3,903 words