After the sail had been lowered and made snug the party took up its way, on foot, to the nearby town of Blixton.
Justice Sampson was found, and consented to open court immediately.
Officer Carnes brought his prisoners forward, stating the charge.

The young engineers and the army officer gave their testimony.
"The prisoners are held for trial, and bail fixed at five thousand dollars in each case," decided the court.
The torpedo had been left on the sloop, in charge of a foreman.

The justice now ordered two officers to go back and bring over the torpedo, which was to be held until a chemist could examine and take samples of whatever explosive might be found inside.
As Dick was a United States Army officer, under orders to proceed to his post within the next few days, the court reduced his testimony to writing, and permitted Prescott to sign this under oath.
It had been a busy forenoon.

Now it was time for luncheon, and the three chums returned to the house to eat.

In the afternoon they visited the wall, remaining there until four o'clock.