Leo found out that Nathan Wampole loved dearly to play cards, and every dollar the manager could raise was Staked and lost at the gaming-table.
"Leo the Circus Boy"
Ralph Bonehill
His countenance betokened an energetic character, and I would have Staked my existence upon his courage and good-nature.
"A Lady's Captivity among Chinese Pirates in the Chinese Seas"
Fanny Loviot
As a result he had Staked boldly, breaking practically all his land, with hired assistance and the most modern implements that could be purchased, though this necessitated the borrowing of money.
"A Prairie Courtship"
Harold Bindloss