There was hunting to be done, too, and in this Henry bore a good part, he and Ross supplying the fresh meat for their table.
A fine river flowed not two miles away and Paul installed himself as chief fisherman, bringing them any number of splendid large fish, very savory to the taste.

Ross and Sol roamed far among the woods, but they reported absolutely no Indian sign.
"I don't believe any of the warriors from either north or south have been in these parts for years," said Ross.
"Luckily for us," added Mr.Pennypacker, "I don't want another such retreat as that we had from the salt springs." Ross's words came true.

The powder-making was finished in peace, and the journey home was made under the same conditions.

At Wareville there was a shout of joy and exultation at their arrival.

They felt that they could hold their village now against any attack, and Mr.Pennypacker was a great man, justly honored among his people.