Upon him devolved the responsibility of the excursion.

He seemed to consider it a matter of vast importance, a veritable expedition.
"Owgooste!" he shouted to the little boy with the black greyhound, "you will der hound und basket number three carry.

Der tervins," he added, calling to the two smallest boys, who were dressed exactly alike, "will releef one unudder mit der camp-stuhl und basket number four.

Dat is comprehend, hay?
When we make der start, you childern will in der advance march.

Dat is your orders.