About nine o'clock
They also had cause for wonder at the way in which their two leaders used the axes . They went at things very strenuously and seemed to be able to hit just where they wished . Bob commented on their skill , but they both stated that they were mere beginners in comparison with the guides . About nine o'clock Mr. Waterman called a halt , and they got ready for their little journey . They took along just a loaf of bread and a small tin in which butter , salt and pepper were packed . The boys took along their rods and Mr. Waterman carried a small rifle . In explanation of the latter he said that they might have a shot at a duck or a partridge .