Crossword-Solution: ABISHAI 7 letters, 1 clue 🏆 scrabble score: 12

Abishai Pepper, locally called “Kyan” (Cayenne) Pepper because of his red hair and thin red side whiskers, was one of Trumet's “characters,” and in his case the character was weak.

What was it you wanted to tell me?” Abishai drew one hand across his forehead, leaving a decorative smooch of blacking on his perspiring countenance.

Heavens and earth! Look at them clothes!” “I do hope you didn't hurt yourself, Abishai,” said the sympathetic Keziah.

Fine day, ain't it? Here I be at this window.” Sure enough; one of the windows on this side of the house was raised about six inches at the bottom, the shade was up, and peering beneath the sash the minister discerned the expressive features of Abishai Pepper--or as much of those features as the size of the opening permitted to be seen.

You got me into the mess, now you git me out of it.” Usually, when Abishai addressed his clergyman, it was in a tone of humble respect far different from his present frantic assault.