So long as they doubted his ability to pay them, they were suspicious and watchful; captious as to the quality of the flour and meal furnished them; severely critical on the pork, and perfect almanacs as to the approach of pay-day.
Reid illustrates the cautious attitude of laborers towards their employer when they are uncertain about his financial reliability.
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