The Fur Country
Mentioned as part of the expedition party.
A Soiree at Fort Reliance
Described as the perfect soldier, a man of fifty with a rough beard, constitutionally brave, and strictly obedient to orders without question.
II: The Hudson’s Bay Fur Company
Ordered by Captain Craventy to investigate the cries outside during the punch celebration.
A Savant Thawed
Opens the fort gate and assists in carrying Black inside.
From Fort Reliance to Fort Enterprise
Rides with Hobson, expresses unwavering obedience, stating he would follow any order even to the North Pole.
A Wapiti Duel
Skilled hunter who tracks and kills the wapiti, advises waiting for the duel to end.
VII: The Arctic Circle
Consulted by Hobson about the weather and the decision to halt; shares a hut with Thomas Black.
The Great Bear Lake
Accompanies the party to Fort Confidence and assists with hospitality.
A Retrospect
Accompanies the expedition, sharing a sledge with Madge, and bids farewell to his brother-in-law Sergeant Felton.
Along the Coast
Consulted by Hobson on the route; notes that men beyond the 70th parallel receive double pay.
XII: The Midnight Sun
Accompanies the exploration of the district and shares the opinion about the dancing Frenchman.
Fort Hope
Not directly mentioned in this chapter, but implied as part of the party; omitted due to lack of explicit reference.
Some Excursions
Demonstrates skill as an angler, fishing daily with Madge.
Fifteen Miles from Cape Bathurst
Part of the hunting party, comments on the walruses' distance and questions Hobson about the volcanoes.
XVI: Two Shots
Part of the hunting party, assisting in the pursuit of the silver fox.
The Polar Night
Recalls the extreme cold of 70° below zero at Fort Reliance in 1845.
Mercury Freezes
Reports the wood shortage and discusses the cold with Hobson; shows devotion.
The Large Polar Bears
Identifies the bears initially, advises on their behavior, and volunteers for the risky fuel-gathering mission.
Five Months More
Accompanies Hobson to check the lake's water sweetness and assists in assessing the terrain.
XXIII: The Eclipse of the 18th July 1860
Mentioned as one who cannot understand Black's distress over 'love of the moon.'
A Floating Fort
Remains with Hobson after the others leave, awaiting orders.
Where Are We?
Informs the men that the departure for Fort Reliance is postponed, using pretexts to keep the true situation secret.
A Tour of the Island
Accompanies Hobson and Mrs. Barnett, comments on the fatality of their settlement, and expresses patience for rescue.
A Night Encampment
Nearly drowns when the ice gives way under him while digging; remains calm and self-possessed, later dries his legs by the campfire.
V: From July 25th to August 20th
Assists Hobson in monitoring the island's sinking; notes the ice is wearing away.
VI: Ten Days of Tempest
Agrees to accompany Hobson on the secret mission to the south; prepares a tinderbox and touchwood for signals.
A Fire and a Cry
Accompanies Hobson, shares his trust in God, helps light the signal fire, and is the first to spot the distant fire and hear the cry.
Mrs. Paulina Barnett's Excursion
Accompanies Hobson on the exploration; suggests the fire and cry may have come from a ship in distress.
Kalumah’s Adventures
Mentioned as having seen Kalumah's signal fire with Hobson.
X: The Kamchatka Current
Agrees with Mrs. Barnett's opinion to keep the danger secret for now; shows courage and resignation.
A Communication from Lieutenant Hobson
Advises immediate departure and helps assess the ice conditions; calls the men together for Hobson's announcement.
A Chance to Be Tried
Supervises the construction and repair of sledges and preparations for departure.
XIII: Across the Ice Field
Accompanies Hobson in scouting the crevasse and insists they must find a way across.
The Winter Months
Expresses doubts about the polar bear's intentions and prepares to defend the fort.
The Avalanche
Accompanies Hobson on the ice field exploration and witnesses the avalanche's devastation.
XIX: Bering Sea
Participates in discussions with Hobson, Mrs. Barnett, and the head carpenter about the island's fate.
In the Offing
Shakes his head doubtfully when Hobson hopes to reach the Aleutians in eight days, and is consulted about the raft decision.
On a Piece of Ice
Assists Hobson in decision-making and helps manage the colonists' morale.
