CHAPTER V.
A WILD GOOSE CHASE.
A howl of disappointment went up from the crew.
"Oh, if she was only within range," cried "Hay," smiting the breech of the five-inch rifle with his hand.

"Just one shot, just one shot." "Guns' crews will remain at stations," ordered the first lieutenant from near the ladder.

"Stand by, men.

Be ready for instant action." "Hurray! the old man won't give it up," cheered "Stump," under his voice.

"That's the stuff.