text:  Lincoln supposedly stood with his back against one of the two stores, fist clenched, and declared that he would take them all on, one at a time, if necessary. However, Armstrong came to Lincoln's side and told his pals that Lincoln had beaten him fairly, and that he had proven that he was worthy of their respect. Boys, Abe Lincoln is the best fellow that ever broke into this settlement, said Armstrong. He shall be one of us.