The day of the parade arrived. Mr. Elderberry closed up the store early as most of the town would be lining the street to watch. Chad stood on the porch anxiously awaiting the start of the parade. Sally was at his side. She had begged to go with him. His mother had insisted he take her. So Chad had brought her to work with him.
A shout went up from the crowd. Looking down the street, Chad saw three mounted cowboys carrying flags, the U. .S. flag in the center. A thrill went through his body. The flag-bearers walked past the store, waving to the cheering crowd.
The cowboys were followed by a band playing patriotic songs. Then came Indians in feathered outfits, dancing to the beat of a tom-tom. Chad heard Sally gasp. Behind them was a covered wagon with people dressed as settlers walking a
