He became very popular with the visitors, but not so with the native boat men who looked upon life saving and the perquisites attached, as their own, and wondered how a volunteer dared to do better than they.

His second season on the beach was still more successful in both life-saving and business, and he met with many curious individuals in the persons whom he had saved.

One day an excursionist swam far out over the breakers.

When he turned to come ashore, he was alarmed either at the distance he found himself out, or feeling the under tow against him, he lost his courage and cried loudly for help.

Paul was on the beach at the time, and, quickly divesting himself of his clothing, he sprang away through the breakers to his assistance.