When I was to Bosting I saw horses switch their tails just that way." What surprised Ralph was to see that Flat Creek went to meeting.
Everybody was there--the Meanses, the Joneses, the Bantas, and all the rest.

Everybody on Flat Creek seemed to be there, except the old wooden-legged basket-maker.

His family was represented by Shocky, who had come, doubtless, to get a glimpse of Hannah, not to hear Mr.Bosaw preach.

In fact, few were thinking of the religious service.

They went to church as a common resort to hear the news, and to find out what was the current sensation.
On this particular morning there seemed to be some unusual excitement.
Ralph perceived it as he rode up.