The racing blood of countless winners was aflame, and with almost human intelligence he strove bravely for the mastery.
"The Man from Jericho"
Edwin Carlile Litsey
They are mostly Americans, who make it their business to pounce upon such stray coins, as are not immediately claimed by the winners.
"A Lady's Captivity among Chinese Pirates in the Chinese Seas"
Fanny Loviot
Of course G. and I selected winners and had nothing on; but I have known of others who have met with similar misfortune at meetings nearer home.
"From Edinburgh to India & Burmah"
William G. Burn Murdoch