sumpter
Example Sentences
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But the hermit soberly journeyed toward Nottingham, the two men-at-arms, with the sumpter mule, riding in front.
From Robin Hood by N. C. (Newell Convers) Wyeth
I happened to finish first, and, hearing the horses' hoofs, went out and watched the lads who were to be our guides fastening the baggage on the sumpter beasts.
From The Story of Francis Cludde by Stanley John Weyman
A small train of archers and cross-bowmen brought up the rear of the escort, save the baggage and sumpter horses, laden not only with provisions but cooking utensils, and even with furniture for the household.
From Traditions of Lancashire, Volume 1 by John Roby
All our gallant soldiers had made up their lances, fusils, sabres, bows and arrows, into bundles, which were packed upon their sumpter animals.
From Travels in Tartary, Thibet, and China During the years 1844-5-6 Volume 2 by Évariste Régis Huc
Chests were strapped on sumpter mules; chariots with pawing horses stood in the main courtyard, ready to be gone.
From Nicanor - Teller of Tales A Story of Roman Britain by Margaret West Kinney
