two o'clock
Siemens led Ingram to see the gigantic cranks , and propeller shafts . Each of the several cranks is twenty-six inches in diameter and weighs 110 tons ; the shafts made of toughest steel are each twenty-four inches in diameter , and each weighs over 150 tons . The propellers are made of steel and bronze , and each of the six blades of the two screws weighs eight tons . It was now past two o'clock and George thanked Mr. Siemens and said he should be pleased to examine further his department when at sea . It was past three o'clock when George turned off his gas at the hotel . At eight o'clock the next morning the Harrises met promptly at breakfast . Promptness was one of Reuben Harris 's virtues , and fortunately all his party were agreed as to its absolute necessity , especially when several journey together , if the happiness of all is considered .