ten o’clock
All seemed to be over and dispersal was beginning , when a gentleman stood up in the middle of the hall and made signs that he wished to be heard for a moment . Mutimer aided him in gaining attention . It was Mr. Yottle , a grizzle-headed , ruddy-cheeked veteran of the law . ` I merely desire to use this opportunity of reminding those who have been employed at the works that Mr. Eldon will be glad to meet them in this hall at half-past ten o'clock to-morrow morning . It will perhaps be better if the men alone attend , as the meeting will be strictly for business purposes . ' Adela was among the last to leave the room . As she was moving between the rows of benches Mr. Westlake approached her .