And in the water, they worked with as much coolness and courage as though it had been their native element.
I would give half my fortune to be the father of such a son." "I would give all of mine," added Farmer Leeds.

"You don't know half his worth yet.

But there is nothing for us to do here; the men shall haul your chaise up to the house, and as we walk along I will tell you about Tony." "Master Sedley, I shall see you again to-day or to-morrow.

Tell Tony how highly I value his noble service, and tell him I shall call upon him this evening," said Mr.Walker, as he went away with Farmer Leeds.
"My father would be very happy to have you stop at his house while you remain in Rippleton," continued Frank, who was not sure that the farmhouse would accommodate him.
"As to that," interposed Farmer Leeds, "I can't offer you so grand a house as Captain Sedley's, but such as it is, you are welcome to it." "Thank you, Master Sedley, for your hospitable invitation; but I think I will remain with my good friend here." And he departed with the farmer.
"All aboard!" said Frank, and the boys tumbled into the boat, and grasped their oars.
The Zephyr pushed off, and her cheerful crew pulled merrily down the river.

Frank was conscious that the organization of the boat clubs had been the means of accomplishing the good work which the crew of the Butterfly had just achieved.