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They were strolling along the highway when they saw
a small cloud of dust. It seemed to be coming at them
fast. From out the dust they heard a faint “toot-toot!” that
sounded like an animal in pain. They turned to continue
talking. But in an instant, everything changed. With a
blast of wind and a whirl of sound that made them jump
for the nearest ditch, it was on them!
The horn of the motor car rang out, “TOOT-TOOT!”
They had a quick look at an interior of glittering glass and
leather. Then, the magnificent motor car flung a cloud
of dust that blinded them and dwindled to a speck in the
distance.
The old grey horse and the wagon lurched forward.
Then, there was an awful crash. The yellow-colored
wagon, their beautiful wagon, fell over onto its side in the
ditch.
Rat danced up and down in the road.
“You villains!” he shouted, shaking both fists. “You
scoundrels! You, you, road hogs! I’ll call the police on you!
I’ll report you!”
96 Classic Tales