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behind him. On reaching Gamewell Hall, they met with a hearty welcome from the Squire, who had a great company at his house, and the day was spent in great merriment. It was here that Robin got intimate with Little John, from whom his uncle had sent to divert them with his droll tricks ; but the company was astonished, when Robin got up and played all the tricks after him, and in a better style. The Squire was so delighted with his nephew, that he promised to make him his heir, if he would remain at Gamewell Hall. Robin consented to stay, provided he got little John to attend him, for a great intimacy had taken place between them. Robin Hood, to a very handsome person, added a courageous and interprising spirit, and a disposition noble and generous ; but his uncle’s indulgence obscured his better qualities. Exceptan occasional visit to his parents, Robin lived always at Gamewell Hall, where he passed his time agreeably away in wrestling, quarter staff, archery, and other athletic diversions, in all of which he excelled ; and was attended by Little John, who was a ready