noon
When the _ Woodville _ reached the Goblins , he worked with good will in loading the ferry-boat , which was towed over to Pointville , and her cargo discharged . The casks , which had drifted over to the eastern shore of the lake , were then picked up , and landed at the same place . The man who had carted them down to the shore was engaged to convey them back to the barn of the oil speculator . It was noon by the time this work was all accomplished ; and the _ Woodville _ again crossed the lake , and came to anchor in the deep water above the ferry-landing , as close to the shore as it was prudent for her to lie . Ethan banked his fires , and the boys went on shore to dinner , one at a time ; for after the experience of the preceding night they would not leave the steamer alone for a single moment . After dinner , Mr. Sherwood , who appeared to be as much interested in the little steamer as though she had not changed her ownership , came on board again , accompanied by the ladies . It had before been decided that the carpets should be taken up , the muslin curtains removed , and such portions of the furniture and utensils as had been injured by the water should be conveyed on shore to be cleaned , and put in proper order for use .