about ten o'clock
The Supper at Mr. Kneebone 's . Persuaded that Jack Sheppard would keep his appointment with Mr. Kneebone , and feeling certain of capturing him if he did so , Shotbolt , on quitting Newgate , hurried to the New Prison to prepare for the enterprise . After debating with himself for some time whether he should employ an assistant , or make the attempt alone , his love of gain overcame his fears , and he decided upon the latter plan . Accordingly , having armed himself with various weapons , including a stout oaken staff then ordinarily borne by the watch , and put a coil of rope and a gag in his pocket , to be ready in case of need , he set out , about ten o'clock , on the expedition . Before proceeding to Wych Street , he called at the Lodge to see how matters were going on , and found Mrs. Spurling and Austin at their evening meal , with Caliban in attendance . `` Well , Mr. Shotbolt , '' cried the turnkey , `` I 've good news for you . Mr. Wild has doubled his offer , and the governor has likewise proclaimed a reward of one hundred guineas for Jack 's apprehension . ''