"We want everybody to get his money's worth." And then it was arranged that tickets should be good for either the "matinee" or the night performance.
The first performance was given in the afternoon and lasted from three to half-past five o'clock.

Every number on the programme went off without a hitch, and the cowboys applauded uproariously.

During the intermission one cowboy got up very gravely and marched to the stage, where he deposited a round Indian basket.
"Fer extra contributions, boys!" he sang out, loudly.

"Don't be tight when thar's an old lady to help!" And he dropped two silver dollars in the basket.

At once the other cowboys sprang up and marched to the front, and a steady stream of silver poured into the basket, much to the delight of everybody.
"Financially, this is going to be a great success," said Dave, his face beaming.