He was warmly commended for his bravery and skill, and Captain Breaker assured him that he should be remembered in the reports to the department.
Captain Lonley was conveyed on board of the Bellevite, where he was committed to the sick bay.

He had recovered his senses, but it was likely, the surgeon said, that it would be a month before his health was restored.

The Teaser had not yet been sent away; but the next day the third lieutenant was appointed prize-master of the steamer, and Flint of the schooner, for he had been the master of a coaster, and was competent for the position.
A considerable crew was put on board of the Teaser, and both vessels were sent to New York instead of Key West.

The steamer was expected to tow the Judith when necessary, and defend her if she was attacked.

But both arrived at their destination without any mishap, and both were condemned; the Teaser was purchased by the government, for she was likely to be a very useful vessel on account of her speed and light draught.
Christy had a brief leave of absence after he had served as a witness against the captured vessels.