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They can claim that they have given you ample notice , and if you refuse to come out they can not be held blamable for the consequences . '' This would never do , and Hawkridge interposed : `` If the attack can not be prevented , Fred , it must be delayed . '' `` On what grounds ? '' `` Any that you can think of ; they must not disturb us until near midnight . '' `` But I shall have to give a reason ; I am as anxious as you to do my utmost , but I do not see how I can do anything . '' The quick wit of Jennie came to the rescue . `` Tell Capt. Inman and Larch Cadmus for me that we have a number of articles we wish to save from destruction ; ask them in the name of mother and myself to give us time in which to gather them together . ''