The captain was so delighted with Paul's report that he insisted on his having a glass of grog, and was in such good humor that he went on deck and amused himself by smashing the nose of an unfortunate Norwegian, who was then at the wheel.

This was a favorite pastime of both captain and mate's, but it was generally practiced on those whom they knew would never resist their cruelty.

The Pilgrim was a brute to steer and a very slow ship, notwithstanding they had a fair wind it took them ten days to reach Malaga, where they anchored well off the shore.

She then commenced to receive the balance of her cargo of wine by means of lighters.

The crew were closely watched during the day.