I have some writing to do now; and, while I am engaged upon it, Mr.Watts shall take the name and residence of every man on board.

I shall give this list to my wife, and charge her to see that those dependent upon you need nothing in your absence.

She will visit the friends of every one of you, if she has to go five hundred miles to do so.

I have nothing more to say at present." The men cheered lustily for the owner, and then separated, as the captain went aft to draw up his papers to send on shore by Mrs.
Passford.

He was followed by Captain Breaker, while little groups formed in various parts of the deck to discuss the situation.
"I intended to have some talk with you, Breaker, before I said any thing to the ship's company; but, you know, it is very seldom that I ever say any thing directly to them," said Captain Passford, as the commander came up with him.
"This was an extraordinary occasion; and I am very glad that you did the business directly, instead of committing it to me," replied Captain Breaker; "and I have not the slightest objection to make.