The Oakdale Affair. Edgar Rice Burroughs

truth in them, noises can't harm you as much as sleeping out in the storm. I'm going to encroach once more upon the ghostly hospitality of the Squibbs. Better come with me."

      The youth shuddered and drew back. From far behind came faintly the shout of a man.

      "Yes, I'll go," exclaimed the boy. "Let's hurry," and he started off at a half-run toward the dirt road.