She noticed signs which advertised soft drinks and cigars--always "soft drinks," which sometimes came into camp marked as "dynamite," "salt pork," and "flour." She was conscious that every one stared at them as they passed.

She heard clearly the expressions of wonder and curiosity of two women and a girl who were spreading out blankets in front of a rooming-tent.

She looked at the man at her side.

She appreciated his courtesy in not attempting to force an acquaintanceship.

In her eyes was a ripple of amusement.
"This is all strange and new to me--and not at all uninteresting," she said.