"Dave says Bart is nothing but a miserable sneak."
"You have got to take back what you said," blustered Bart, squaring off.
"I'll take back nothing," retorted Dave.
He had scarcely spoken when the rich youth struck out and landed lightly on his shoulder.
As quick as lightning Dave returned the blow, landing on Bart's nose with just sufficient force to draw blood.
"Ouow!" howled the rich youth, and staggered back.
"First blood for Dave Fearless!"
"Give him another like that, Dave!"
In a worse rage than ever Bart rushed at Dave again and this time caught him on the chin, and nearly knocked him down.
"There's one for Bart Hankers!"