noon
With her sharp eyes she was watching every detail of construction ; but when it came to the stretching of the dining-hall canvas she proceeded to take command . The men were driving the rope-pins , when the Angel arose on the wagon and , leaning forward , spoke to Duncan , who was directing the work . `` I believe if you will swing that around a few feet farther , you will find it better , Mr. Duncan , '' she said . `` That way will let the hot sun in at noon , while the sides will cut off the best breeze . '' `` That 's a fact , '' said Duncan , studying the conditions . So , by shifting the pins a little , they obtained comfort for which they blessed the Angel every day . When they came to the sleeping-tent , they consulted her about that .