Ole Joe kickin’ up behin’ an’ befo’,

Yaller gal kirkin’ up behin’ ole Joe.

Their smiling, shining, happy faces can be fully appreciated only by those who played with them, heard them sing, preach and pray, and had among them Mammies.

To all such I dedicate this volume.

MISS SANSON IN THE SADDLE.

PERSONS REPRESENTED

Parson Phil Demby

An adept in breaking colts and steers, and especially hearts. Can read a wee bit and has a remarkable memory. Very gallant among the dusky damsels. Has the best coon dogs on the plantation.