I'm not afraid to die,' he added humbly and reverently, as he took off his oilskin cap.

His cap, which had a badge in front, was greasy, and he carried an oilskin coat.

"Last time I see you," said Mr. Kybird, pursing up his lips and gazing at the counter in an effort of memory; "last time I see you was one fifth o' November when you an' another bright young party was going about in two suits o' oilskins wot I'd been 'unting for 'igh and low all day long.

"After the old man had turned him down for good, Slade fished down in his warbag and hauled out an old tattered document from an oilskin case.

"Out o' the way, you women!" called a burly fellow who wore a green sweater and an oilskin hat; "we don't want to hurt you if we can help.