As for knowing Girty, there is nothing terrible in that.

All the women seem to think that Simon is the very prince of devils.

I have known all the Girtys for years.
Simon was not a bad fellow before he went over to the Indians.

It is his brother James who has committed most of those deeds which have made the name of Girty so infamous." "I don't like Miller," continued Mrs.Zane in a hesitating way.

"I must admit that I have no sensible reason for my dislike.