But here we are, looking for shelter, and a little anxious about the disposition of the natives." "Oh, they're an awful peaceable lot," said Fulkerson.

"I've been round among the caciques a little, and I think I've got two or three places that will just suit you, Mrs.March.How did you leave the children ?" "Oh, how kind of you! Very well, and very proud to be left in charge of the smoking wrecks." Fulkerson naturally paid no attention to what she said, being but secondarily interested in the children at the best.

"Here are some things right in this neighborhood, within gunshot of the office, and if you want you can go and look at them to-night; the agents gave me houses where the people would be in." "We will go and look at them instantly," said Mrs.March.

"Or, as soon as you've had coffee with us." "Never do," Fulkerson replied.

He gathered up his hat and stick.