His voice was deep and slow.

There were ease and force in his presence, and the grip he gave Carley's hand was that of a man who made no distinction in hand-shaking.

Carley, quick in her perceptions, instantly liked him and sensed in him a strong personality.
She greeted him in turn and expressed her thanks for his goodness to Glenn.

Naturally Carley expected him to say something about her fiance, but he did not.
"Well, Miss Carley, if you don't mind, I'll say you're prettier than your picture," said Hutter.

"An' that is shore sayin' a lot.