We did not know the road, but supposed a map would guide us, with what information we could get on the way.

We lost our way, however, and were eagerly looking for some person who could set us right.

Early one morning some Sioux came up with us, and seemed inclined to join our party.

One of them left hastily as if sent on a message; after a while a number of warriors, accompanied by the Indian who had left the first party, came towards us.

Their leader had a dark countenance, and seemed to have great influence over them.