An animated game of craps is proceeding in the levee, a crowd of young [black men] being engaged in the engrossing pursuit of "7 come 11." Apparently they have no eyes for anything but the game. An unfortunate stray chicken, however, comes...See moreAn animated game of craps is proceeding in the levee, a crowd of young [black men] being engaged in the engrossing pursuit of "7 come 11." Apparently they have no eyes for anything but the game. An unfortunate stray chicken, however, comes that way and appears on the scene. The delights of crap are immediately forgotten, while all engage in chasing the fowl. Feathers fly and a scene of wild confusion ensues. Written by
Selig Catalog (1907)
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