noon
Before they knew it , they had reached the outskirts of Bensington , then Bensington itself , and were speeding through the queer little town without a thought of stopping when a warning signal from Mollie 's horn brought them to an abrupt stop . Betty jumped out and ran back . `` We 'll need some provisions , '' Mollie called to her . `` Unless you and Grace think we can reach the next town by noon . '' `` That 's what we planned to do , '' Betty answered . `` Grace and I thought it would save time not to stop here -- and we have n't any time to waste , you know . '' `` All right , '' Mrs. Ford decided .