About half past eleven
As a rule , the miners retired early . They became fatigued during the day , and sleep was welcome . There was , indeed , a gambling saloon at some distance , frequented by the more reckless , but generally good hours were observed in the camp . About half past eleven , Obed nudged Harry and Jack , who had fallen asleep . `` What is it ? '' asked Harry , in a drowsy tone . `` Hush ! ''