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Jack in the Forecastle

CHAPTER XXV
13/18

Bohun was a clerk with Mr.Thomas; and he assured me that on his representations of my conduct to his employer, and the unfortunate consequences of it to myself, that gentleman would undoubtedly show his appreciation of my services in a manner highly proper and acceptable.
This consideration, however, had no weight with me.

All I asked for was employment.

I wanted to be placed in a situation where by my labors I could earn my living.

This I then regarded as independence; and I have never since seen cause to change that opinion.
As the Lapwing belonged nominally and officially to a Swedish port, it was necessary she should have Swedish officers and in part a Swedish crew.

The captain was a tall, stiff-looking man, whose name was Lordick.
He was a native of the little island of Saba; and two of the crew belonged to the same place.


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