From the History and Proceedings of the PVMA, Vol. 1, 10th Annual Meeting, 1879, pg. 482: "Jack was held by Aaron Whitney, Esq., (of Northfield, Massachusetts) merchant. On a certain occasion Jack took offense, and set out to run away from his master. His intention was to go to Paquayag (Athol). Taking his gun, he had proceeded as far as what is known as Jack's hill, in the south-east part of the town, where he killed a buck. So pleased was he at his good fortune that he retraced his steps to inform his master, who accompanied him to the hill of slaughter, and all their old troubles were dispelled by their feasting on fresh venison. It appears that the reconciliation was permanent, for Jack was buried at the feet of his master."