Dr.Linscott, with the assistance of his mate, proceeded to remove the clothing of the patient, Captain Breaker aiding as he would hardly have thought of doing if the sufferer had been one of his own officers.

The injury proved to be of about the same character as that of Christy; it was a flesh wound, but the ball had ploughed deeper than in his case, and was therefore severe.

A stimulating remedy was given to the patient, and the doctor dressed the wound with the utmost care, as he always did, whether the patient was a commander or a coal-heaver from the bunkers.
The sufferer had revived somewhat under the influence of the medicine administered; and after taking the hand of Captain Rombold, with a hearty wish for his early recovery, the captain of the Bellevite took his leave, and went on deck.
He proceeded first to the chair of the wounded lieutenant, reporting to him the condition of the Confederate commander.

Christy was extremely glad to hear so favorable a report of the condition of the patient, and so expressed himself in the heartiest terms.

"Federal" and "Confederate" seemed to be words without any meaning at the present time, for all had become friends.