They were many hundreds, old and young, some sick, and some lame; many had papooses at their backs.
For instance: when they, or any of the little papooses, were naughty or disobedient, they were put under what might be called the water-cure treatment.
In several instances papooses were strapped to their backs, the youngsters looking as if they did not enjoy it any too well.
I have seen them place papooses in this rude vehicle and the old pony wandered at will over the prairie.
In this bundle the little papooses rode in great comfort, looking like blackbirds peering from a nest.
No doubt their papooses swung on the branches of this magnificent tree and played under its wide spreading arms.
And those dear little papooses, aren't they ridiculously lovely.
When he had an opportunity without being observed, which was seldom, he amused himself with the papooses.
