In the later repairs sewing twine had been used instead of sinews.

A wooden case stood open near the reeds, and Harding saw that it contained glass jars and what looked like laboratory apparatus; a common tin kerosene lamp hung from the junction of the frame poles, which met at the point of the cone.

A curious smell, which reminded him of the paint factory, filled the tent, though he could not recognize it.
As Harding entered, Clarke looked up from where he was bending over the case.

It was, Harding thought, a good test of his nerve; but his face was imperturbable and he showed no surprise.

There was silence for a moment, while the Indian stood motionless, with his ax shining as it caught the light, and Harding's lips grew firmly set.