Remorse in Richard's case, and stubborn anger in the Elder's-they are emotions that take large toll out of a man's vitality.
"The Eye of Dread"
Payne Erskine
Nervous strain, lack of sleep, and a headache to begin with, were taking heavy toll of him.
"Lonesome Land"
B. M. Bower
We collect our toll on the booty and when that's too difficult we live on the country.
"A Prairie Courtship"
Harold Bindloss