He wore a blanket over his shoulders, gathered in a long sash, ornamented with shells, about his loins, and a crest of eagle plumes and shells on his head indicated his rank and dignity.

He could speak some words of Chinook, and English imperfectly.

He had mingled much with the officers of the Hudson Bay Company, and so had learned many of the customs of civilization.
"I am honored," said the courtly, tall schoolmaster, "in having such a youth for my pupil.

Chief of the Umatillas, I thank thee.

All that is good in me will I give to your noble boy.