midnight
She knows nothing of the tornado . '' We were informed that the up train would be held on a sidetrack until the one from Oak Cliff got through . There was nothing to do but wait . It was past midnight when we heard the blast of a whistle to the north , and when the train from Oak Cliff pulled in Mr. Harding was the first one to swing to the station platform . `` Well , well , well ! '' he exclaimed , releasing his daughter 's arms from his neck , holding her at arm 's length and then kissing her again . `` Is this the way you call for me at four o'clock ?