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`` The only thing lacking to complete the illusion is a trout brook in the front yard , and the smell of pines and the damp mossy earth of the forests . We 'll wear our old clothes , and have a bonfire at night , and roast potatoes and corn in the hot coals , and have the most beautiful time imaginable . '' The town visitors who still lingered on the scene were received cordially by Maxwell and Mrs. Betty , who seemed to be in rather high spirits ; but when the visitors made any inquiries concerning structural matters they were politely referred to Nickey Burke for any information they desired , as he had assumed official management of the work . Just before the various helpers left at six o'clock , smoke began to issue from the little stove-pipe sticking out through the canvas of the rear of the tent , and Mrs. Betty , with her sleeves rolled up to her elbows and her cooking apron on , came out to watch it with all the pride of a good housekeeper . `` Is n't it jolly , Mrs. Burke , '' she exclaimed . `` I was afraid that it would not draw , but it really does , you see . This will be more fun than a month at the seashore ; and to-morrow we are going to have you and Nickey dine with us in the tent ; so do n't make any other engagement .