A good-looking girl was driving it; a thin, pale lady sat at her side.

Both were much enveloped in faded furs.

Over the seats of the sleigh and over their knees were spread abundant robes of buffalo hide.

The horse that drew the vehicle was an old farm-horse, and the hand that guided the reins appeared more skilful at driving than was necessary.

The old reins and whip were held in a most stylish manner, and the fair driver made an innocent pretence of guiding her steed up the road to the back-yard with care.