So far as Duane could tell, not one of them recognized him, had a hint of his identity.
He slid off his horse and threw the bridle.
"I'm Buck Duane," he said.

"I saw that placard--out there on a sign-post.

It's a damn lie! Somebody find this man Jeff Aiken.

I want to see him." His announcement was taken in absolute silence.

That was the only effect he noted, for he avoided looking at these villagers.