Skyrim thane of Rift help?

I played the skooner quest through and by my understanding the Jarl makes you the thane of Rift at that point. However, she simply gave me a "token of gratitude" (some enchanted axe) and said nothing more. Did I miss something when I read what to do to become Thane there or did something happen in the game.

Anonymous2013-01-01T08:37:17Z

You have to help citizens of the rift in order to be granted the title of thane. Just go around and help 3 citizens when they ask for help. The quests are easy and you should be done quickly.

?2013-01-01T08:37:27Z

You're probably the Thane but you accidentally skipped when he said it?