Houston.
I take it as a pledge, that nevermore
That foe of Texas will invade her shore,
A Volunteer.
To thee we bring, made captive on our raid,
Colonel Almonte, Santa Anna's aid.
Houston.
He shall bear witness, that our arms' success
Is equaled only by our gentleness.
[Cheer's in the rear of the stage. Gen. Burleson comes in haste, followed by Texan volunteers.]
Burleson.
Hail, Chief ! e'en now a gallant volunteer
Brings Santa Anna self as prisoner here.
Houston.
Has been to us that precious hostage given,
Then Free is Texas! Thank the Lord in Heaven!
[At the announcement of the last report Bradburn makes signs to the Surgeon and Deaf Smiith to raise him up. This done, he speaks with ever-rising voice, while the volunteers form a semi-circle around him.]
Bradburn.
Yes, thank the Lord! whose mighty arm has wrought
