seven
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Tom found that a few repairs would suffice to put it in good shape , though an entire new front wheel would be needed . The motor had not been damaged , as he ascertained by a test . Tom rode into town on his bicycle , and as he hurried along he noticed in the west a bank of ugly-looking clouds that indicated a shower . `` I 'm in for a wetting before I get back , '' he mused , and he increased his speed , reaching the telegraph office shortly before seven o'clock . `` Think this storm will hold off until I get home ? '' asked Tom . `` I 'm afraid not , '' answered the agent .