I want to go quick.

Have plenty time get there before freeze-up." Indian Jake had apparently finished talking.

Doctor Joe and the boys made several attempts to continue the conversation, but only receiving responsive grunts, turned to a discussion of the flag and other scout problems, while Indian Jake was absorbed in his own thoughts.
Presently he rose and proceeded to unroll his bed.
"Plenty of room in the tent," Doctor Joe invited.

"Better come in with us, Jake." "Goin' early.

Sleep here," he declined, as he spread a caribou skin upon the ground to protect himself from the damp earth.