The White Scalper: A Story of the Texan War

1881 · 32 pages

This issue of *New York Weekly* (September 28, 1881) features "The White Scalper: A Story of the Texan War" by Gustave Aimard, a serial adventure narrative. Colonel Mendez travels toward Galveston during the Texas uprising, stopping at a rancho where he overhears a crucial meeting. Don Benito, a rebel leader, confronts three campesinos about committing atrocities that undermine the revolutionary cause, praising instead the Jaguar's recent military exploit that will force Galveston's surrender. Don Benito administers a solemn oath before a statue of the Virgin, demanding mercy toward conquered enemies and prisoners. When armed men arrive carrying a wounded fifth man, the colonel is discovered by John Davis, an ex-slave-dealer whom the colonel recognizes as a former acquaintance. Their tense encounter nearly erupts into combat as the colonel demands vengeance for Davis's past betrayal, though Davis argues circumstances prevented any actual dishonorable act. The excerpt ends as they prepare to leave the rancho together.

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