We had no further trouble till we reached the Arkansas River, where we found a vacant cabin and took possession of it for the night.
There was no fear that Bevins would try to escape.

His foot was swollen to a great size, and was useless.

Believing that Williams could not get away from the cabin, we unbound him.
The cabin was comfortably warmed and well-lighted by the fire.

We left "Long Doc" on guard and went to sleep.
At one o'clock Williams asked "Doc" to allow him to step to the door for a minute.

"Doc" had his revolver in hand, and did not think it necessary to waken us.