half past seven
There was a wicked look in Arthur 's black eyes , which he fastened upon Peterkin , as he said ; ` What does it all mean , sir ? Will you please explain ? ' ` Yes , in double quick time , ' replied Peterkin , a little nettled by Arthur 's manner , which he could not understand . ` You see , me and Mary Jane was early to the doin 's ; fust ones , in fact , for when your invite says half past seven it means it , I take it . Wall , we was here on time , and Mary Jane has been on a tear ever since , and says Miss St. Claire nor none of the big bugs did n't come till nine , which I take is imperlite , do n't you ? ' ` Never mind , we are not discussing etiquette . Go on with the pin and the boy , ' Arthur said haughtily .