Ceredo advance. [volume] (Ceredo, W. Va.) 1885-1939, 1903-03-11

to discuss our situation and 10 for
mulate plans. After consulting my
stomach, | am of the opinion that
the first problem is that of breas-
fast"
YES, and unlike many castaways
of history and of romance. we should
not have great difficulty i'm satisfying
our hunger" observed Mr.. Rockwell
Mr.. Vincent, you are familiar
with our resources in the matter of
food" said Mr.. AIorton. Suppose
you see what can he done in the way
OF breakfast. / imagine there is
plenty of cold stun which will serve
for the present Later we will or
game our forces and perhaps do
better"
Il will help Mr.. Vincent" said Sid
ney Hammond. you gentlemen re-
tire TO the vcranda and give us the
use of the dining room and kitchen
for half an hour or so. and we prom
Use YOU will not starvc"
While the others strollcd down TO
the landing where the "Shark" once
rested, Sidney and Vincent took pos
session of the culinary part of the
bungalow. They soon found thu, ia
BILE linen, and Sidney arranged the
plates, knives. forks, spoons and
cructs. while Vincent was busy build
ing "a fire in the kitchen range. From
the cave Vincent produced two dozen
eggs. a part of large stock which
had been kept in the rcfrigcrators
-
packed that they would remain fresh
for weeks. He brought up ham and
bacon and potatoes. There was also
a dozen loavcs of bread from the
stores of the yacht, and plenty of sea
biscuits. The coffee pot was soon
boiling, and its pleasing aroma filled
the kitchen. There was an unlimited
supply of condensed milk.
II have always Dragged about be-
ing good cook, and here is where
| am put to the test" said Sidney.
as he sliced several loaves of bread
and prepared to make toast. Vim
cent remembered there was a supply
of grapefruit and oranges
''Scrvc both of them" said Sidney.
THAT means finger bowls. Have we
any finger bowls?"
Sure" answered Vincent, as he
made them ready.
In less than half an hour Sidney
stood in front of the bungalow and
found by the inquisitive Mr.. Vincent
In the meantime Sidney stepped to
the rear of the building and plucked
big bouquet of flowers, which now
adorned the table. 4 massive water
service, silver butter dishes. and an
imposing array of glass and china
were set off by the spotless linen
and flowers
BE seated, gentlemen" said Sid
ncy.
This is magic" said Mr. Rockwell.
III your menu is as good as your
service, we are indeed fortunate"
All were surprised and delighted.
Sidney touched button and set two
electric fans in motion. They found
the grapefruit delicious, and Mr.
Kent declared that the oranges were
the best he ever had tasted. 4 few
minutes later l.. Sylvester Vincent
entered with huge platter of
poached eggs, cooked to perfection.
Sidney followed with crisp bits of
bacon and generous installment of
broiled ham. Mr.. Morton clappcd his
hands and proposed three cheers and
a vote of thanks for the cooks. They
were given with q will. Then all fell
on the yiands. But the cooks were
not yet through. They served French
fried potatoes and Saratoga chips.
vast piles Of buttered toast. lars of
Jam, and to crown all, Vincent
brought in the steaming coffee pot
and made the feast complete.
I'VE have no cream, but this con-
dcnscd milk is not bad" said Sid
ncy.
Make no excuses" said Mr.. Kent.
You and Vincent are the kings Of
chefs. Talk about your Waldorf-As-
toria. 1t isn't in it,"
The cooks joined in the break
fast. and il was hungry and q
merry party. Mr.. Morton sat at tho
head of the table and was in spIcn.
did humor.
you don't seem to bc lost now.
Brother Pence" said Mr. Kent. a. he
helped that gentleman to another
portion Of bacon and eggs "You
certainly have found your appetite"
You let Pence alone" said Mr..
Morton. I'VE will make you cook
tire nrNt meal as punishment"
Perhaps you think I can't cooke"
said Mr.. Kent, dcfantly. you don't
know what / can do"
II do said Mr. Haven "Pa~- the
sugar. please
Mr.. Kent smiled in sardonic
manner at Mr.. Haven. and continued
10y saying that when young man
BE-" had served a- cook for six
months loo western mining camp
Breakfast over. they adjourned to
the rcraudn Vincent volunteered go
clear the table and lool, after tho
dishes. For am hour hc wa. u busy
man. He douned am apron and washed