“‘He had to go to court—he had to be a juryman, to try Simon Ruffin.’
“‘When?’
“‘Yesterday morning. And we hoped he would be able to get leave to come away, we wanted him so much; but he hasn’t been able to come.”
“‘He’s been away since yesterday morning. Who’s taking care of you?’
“‘Why, nobody,’ said Sue.
“‘Is there nobody in the house with you?’
“‘Nobody but mother. Father left wood enough all ready.’
“‘Wood enough for how long?’
“‘O for a good many days.’