six in the morning
`` But , I say , are n't we wasting precious time ? Could n't we start out and scout the country before the fellow gets away ? '' The sergeant considered for a moment . `` There are no trains before six in the morning ; so he ca n't get away by rail . If he goes by road with his legs all dripping , it 's odds that someone will notice him . Anyhow , I ca n't leave here myself until I am relieved . But I think none of you should go until we see more clearly how we all stand . ''