But don't forget that we have nine sailors in our camp to back us up," he went on suggestively.
"Don't grow abusive, Mr.Lesher," said Dick as calmly as he could.
"Just think the matter over.

It may save a good deal of trouble." "I don't have to think it over!" bellowed the mate.

"During Cap'n Blossom's absence I am in command, just as much as if we were on the deck of the wreck over there.

You were only passengers, but Jerry Tolman was a sailor, and he's under my command.

I told him to bring me some liquor, and he has got to do it.