 The names of the townspeople of Sandford are almost all words for  occupations or activities: Cooper, Porter, Turner, Shooter, Prosser,  Hatcher, Paver, Butcher, Skinner, Fisher, Walker, Thatcher, Weaver,  Roper, Tiller, Reaper, Messenger, Staker, Treacher, Cocker, Blower,  Draper, Merchant.