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She thought over what Elnora would have to do to accomplish her work successfully . She would be compelled to arise at six o'clock , walk three miles through varying weather , lead the high school orchestra , and then put in the remainder of the day travelling from building to building over the city , teaching a specified length of time every week in each room . She must have her object lessons ready , and she must do a certain amount of practising with the orchestra . Then a cold lunch at noon , and a three-mile walk at night . `` Humph ! '' said Mrs. Comstock , `` to get through that the girl would have to be made of cast-iron . I wonder how I can help her best ? ''