noon
The ticket-seller was prompt , thorough , and shrewd in the matter . He had a friend in the real estate business , who appraised the property for him , and he proved most diplomatic in his dealing with the surprised landlord , who fortunately chanced to be in dire need of some ready cash . In an incredibly short space of time the bargain was closed . The Jenkins family including the Boarder and Iry left the house one noon , each bearing a red bank-book . To the onlookers in the neighborhood , this Armada was all-impressive . `` Looks like a run on the bank , '' said the Boarder facetiously , as they all trooped up the steps to the big stone building . The payment was made , and the deeds drawn in the names of all the family , but to the list was also added the name of the Boarder .