"
"I suspect that this is the dry season, professor."
"Still, it may be wise to provide ourselves with some shelter."
"True; have you anything to suggest?"
"It occurred to me that we might procure some of the sails, and use as
a roof covering to shield us from the heat of the sun, and from any
unexpected showers."
"A good idea. I am glad you mentioned it. On the whole, I think I will
make one more trip to the ship this afternoon for the special purpose
of bringing back materials for a roof. Then we can put it up
to-night."
"Better bring hatchets, if there are any on board, some nails and
cordage."
"Also well thought of. You are a practical man, professor."
"We shall all have to think for the general benefit. I am sorry I
can't do more work, but I never was handy with tools."
"I am," said Stubbs. "In fact, most Yankees are, and I am a Yankee.
You can command my services, Mr. Holdfast, in any way that you see
fit."
Mr. Holdfast made another trip to the vessel, and brought back quite
an expanse of sailcloth. All hands, with the exception of Mr. Clinton,
went to work at once, and by sunset a considerable space was roofed
over, which the little company regarded with complacency.
"Aren't you going to have any sides or doors?" asked Clinton.
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