6/15 Why did I not think of it before? Somebody bring water with a dash of rum in it--not too much, they are weak. And Mr.Charles, tell the wardroom steward to get a square meal ready for this gentleman. Might I ask your name, sir ?" "Nigel Fortescue." "Thank you, Mr.Fortescue.Mine is Bigelow, and I have the honor to command the United States ship Constellation. Here's the water! I hope you have not forgotten the dash of rum, Tomkins .-- There! Take a long drink. |