8/13 Stand back; in you go; steady! Now, mind what I say; I shall bear up towards the boat. Hi, there! Stand by the lowering-tackle, and when I say 'Now!' lower away handsomely and steadily. Are you ready, Mr.Johnson? Mr.Waters! let her go off a point or two to the north'ard. Half speed; port a little--steady! All ready in the boat ?" "Aye, aye, sir!" "GOD bless you. |