The fire warmed the boys, and the coffee and food did likewise.

After they had finished their breakfast they were in great good humor.

At half past eight, there still being no signs of life on board the houseboat, Billy declared that he was going out in the launch to see if he couldn't stir up something.
All hands piled into the launch.

It was a matter of only a few moments to run to the houseboat.

The boys circled the scow slowly, talking loudly.