Notwithstanding the due weight which the Squire gives to traditional saws and ancient opinions, yet I am happy to find that he makes a firm stand for the credit of this loving month, and brings to his aid a whole legion of poetical authorities; all which, I presume, have been conclusive with the young couple, as I understand they are perfectly willing to marry in May, and abide the consequences.
"Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists"
Washington Irving
saws stopped, and axes were poised over shoulders, and many times that day the General lifted his head anxiously.
"The Crisis, Volume 7"
Winston Churchill
Eight of us started on the clearing-party with two light wagons, and a good supply of food, blankets, and axes and saws.
"Two Years in Oregon"
Wallis Nash