He swam off some distance from the ship, and laughing and shouting, seemed greatly to admire the refreshing exercise.

The captain, on being informed of his imprudent conduct, called to him, rebuked him severely, and ordered him to return immediately to the ship.

The young sailor turned about, wondering what impropriety there could be in taking a pleasant bath during such sultry weather.

He swam beneath the fore-chain-wales, and took hold of a rope to aid him in getting on board.

A couple of his shipmates also seized him by the wrists to assist him in climbing up the side.