about
two o'clock
`` I suppose he is one of those vessels , sir , '' said Darby , `` that do n't wish to hould any wather , unless when it 's mix -- '' `` He is , or rather was , a brother Elder , Darby ; but then , it mattereth not ; I have covered his trangressions with my charity . I permit you to say as much among your friends in the religious world , whenever you hear the name of Solomon M'Slime mentioned . It is also due to myself to say as much . '' `` I 'm afther comin ' from Mr. M'Clutchy 's , sir , '' said Darby , `` and he desired me to say that he hopes you 'll attend at Mr. M'Loughlin 's about two o'clock , and not to fail , as its to be a busy day wid him . The sheriffs to be there to put them out . '' `` I shall not fail , Darby , '' replied the attorney ; `` but who comes here , riding at a rapid pace , like a messenger who bringeth good tidings ? '' Darby looked out , and at once recognized one of Deaker 's grooms , riding at a smart gallop towards Solomon 's house .