Mr.Smith, run up the answering pennant." As soon as this ascended the flags on shore were lowered, and a fresh set run up--3.

5.0.

4.
"Give me the book.

'The vessels are not to sail until further orders,'" he read aloud.
"Hooray, lads!" Captain O'Connor shouted at the top of his voice.

"We are stopped until further orders." A loud cheer broke from the troops, which was echoed by a roar from the other vessel; and for a few minutes the greatest excitement reigned.