four until six
o'clock
There had not been much chance for stirring exercise for the girls since the snow fell and really cold weather set in , for there was not much pleasure in riding under such conditions , and they had both missed the healthy outdoor sport . But the prospect of skating set them both a - tingle to get upon the ice and they were eagerly awaiting the official order from the Academy , for no one is allowed upon the ice until it is pronounced entirely safe by the authorities , and the Commandant gives permission . Of course , this does not apply to the townspeople or to that section of the creek beyond the limits of the Academy , but it is very rigidly enforced within it . As the girls were eager to learn whether the brigade would have permission that afternoon , they went over to hear the orders read at luncheon formation , and came back nearly wild with delight to inform Mrs. Harold that not only was permission granted but that the band would play at the edge of the creek from four until six o'clock . `` And if THAT wo n't be ideal I 'd like to know what can be , '' cried Polly , and scarcely had she spoken when the telephone rang . `` Hello . Yes , it 's Polly .