What does stanza 7 of The Cremation Sam Mcgee mean?

Stanza 7 of The Cremation of Sam McGee by Robert W. Service describes the aftermath of Sam's death. The speaker's companions are gathered around Sam's body, but they are not mourning his death. Instead, they are arguing over who will get his belongings. This shows that Sam's death has had little impact on them, and that they are more interested in material possessions than in the life of their friend.

This stanza also highlights the harsh reality of life in the Yukon during the gold rush. Survival was a daily struggle, and people were often willing to do whatever it took to get ahead - even if it meant taking advantage of someone who had just died.