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But if we accept all the delightful invitations we 're continually receiving , I do n't know when we ever shall get back to New York . '' The next day proved to be a most perfect one for an excursion of any sort . They started early , for they wanted to make a long , full day of it , and return in time for dinner . The two automobiles were at the door by nine o'clock , and the party was soon embarked . As Mr. Farrington did not drive his own car , he went in the other car , sitting in front with Arthur Orara . In the tonneau of this car were Patty and Bert Chester . So in the other car rode Mrs. Farrington and Elise and the two Marchbanks .