I'm going to make sure that I get to the interview on time.

I looked to heaven, and tried to pray; But or ever a prayer had gusht, A wicked whisper came, and made My heart as dry as dust.

a mutual agreement of nontrespass

Questioned on his relationship with the Ministry of Transport, Dr. Beeching said that he was his own boss to a large extent and that he could not recollect a veto by the Minister on any proposal, although it was true that in a number of matters B.T.C. plans had to be cleared with the Government.