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2in2 "Did I, indeed? I was not aware of it. I came on board last night? I was not aware of that fact," said Christy. 107 "I do not; I am that person myself," replied Christy very decidedly. "By the way, I wonder that the commander did not subject the two claimants to an examination in navigation and seamanship. It might have thrown some light on the subject." "I should think he might have been. By the way, Corny, where is my commission that you and he stole from my pocket at Bonnydale?" "He is as tough as a he-bear, and can walk a hundred miles on a stretch," replied Mike. "He knows everything that is going on in these times." "I have had considerable talk with Camden, and I am satisfied that he will make a capital officer," said the executive officer, as he moved towards the companion-way. "I suppose you 198 have sent for Pennant with the intention of appointing him third lieutenant." "Strike one bell, Vincent!" said Mr. Flint, when the captain had given him the order to go ahead.