Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-05-27

tE0m eppusitS SUES NS2tItf can see TIC
other. suppose u
From opposite sides? That doesn't look
like a joint expedition One of those ships
isn't a Russian. But which?'
Jack had clambered down and stood by
Alans side.
I'VE must make ready for defense in
either case he said In a few minutes
Wen be able To see them both from the
platform below.
''One OF those boats means to blow as out
of existence II II can unused Jack. The
other cannot know of our existence. And
yet, IL she doesn't. what is she doing here.
headed for the rock
With that Jack scrambled slid and jump
ed down Drummond was very quiet and
serious, Repeating rifles stood In row on
the opposite wall, easy to get at. but as far
of as might be from the effects of a pos
sihle she'll. The two young men: now
mounted the stone bench by the door which
allowed them to look over the ledge at the
eastern sea. Presently the craft appeared
round the end OF the island. pure white.
floating like a swan on the water. and
making great Roadway.
By Jove! said Jack. she's fine one
Looks like the cars yacht. but no Russian
vessel l know of can make that speed.
She's got the earmarks of Thornycrcft
build about her, commented Drummond.
by Jove, Jack. what luck II she should
prove to be English. No flag flying.
though"
She's heading for us, said Jack, and
apparently she knows which side the can
it for granted we've captured the Whole
place and are in command of the guns.
There, she's turning.
The steamer was abreast of the rock and
perhaps three miles distant Now she swept
long. graceful curve westward and drew
up about half mile east of the rock
'Jove, wish I'd a pair of good glasses
said Drummond. They're lowering a boat
Jack showed more Highland excitement
than Russian stolidity he watched the
oncoming of a small boat, beautifully rid
ing the waves, and masterfully rowed by
sailors who understood the xrt. Drummond
stood imperturbable a statue
The sweep of those oars is English.
Jack, my boy,
AS the boat came nearer and nearer Jack
became more and more agitated
Il say, Alan, focus your eyes on that
man at the rudder. l think my sights
failing me. Look closely. Did you ever
see him before?"
Il think l have. but am not quite sure
Why he looks to like my jovial and
venerable father-in-iaw. Capt. Kempt of
Bar Harbor Perfectly absurd, of course,
it can't be-
HE does resemble the captain. but
only saw him once or twice,
Hooray, Capt. Kempt how are you?"
shouted Jack across the waters.
The captain raised his right hand and
waved it, but made no attempt to cover
the distance with his voice. Jack ran pell-
neil down the steps. and Drummond fol-
lowed in more lesureiy fashion. The boat
swung round to the landing, and Capt
kempt cried cordially:
Hello prince how are you? And that's
Lieut. Drummond. isn't Il? Last time l
had the pleasure of seeing YOU Drummond
was that night of the ball.
Yes, said Drummond i WAS very
glad to see you then. but hundred times
happier to you today
Il was just cruising round these waters
in my yacht, and ! thought I'd take a look
at this rock you tried to Obliterate. [
don't see any peTCeptibe damage done. but
what can you expect from British marks
manship?'
4 struck the rock on the other side.
captain. l think your remark is unkind.
especially as I've just been praising the
workmanship of your men"
Now, are you boys tired of this summer
resort?' asked Capt, kempt. rs your
baggage checked, and are you ready to go?
Most seaside places are deserted this time
of year" . , J., . . ..,
cried his future sOn-in-law. Il must run
up and get the governor We've put
number of men IN prison here. and they'll
starve if not released The governors
good old chap, though he played it low
down me a few days ago" and with
that Jack disappeared up the stairway once
more.
Had a jail delivery here" asked the
captain.
We'll. something by way Of that. The
prince drilled hole in the rock and we got
out We've put the garrison in pawn. so to
speak, but I've been mighty anxious these
last few days because the saiiboar they had
here and two OF the garrison escaped to
the mainland with the news We were
anxiously watching your yacht, fearing 1t
was Russian. Jack thought it was the
cars yacht. How came you by such a
craft, captain? Splendid-loOking boat
that
.Oh yes. / bought her few days be-
fore ! left New York. One likes to travel
comfortably, you know. Very well fitted up
she is 50
Jack shouted from the doorway:
''Drummond, come up here and fling over
board these loaded rifles. We can't take
any more chances. m going to lock up
the ammunition room and take the key
with me as a souvenir"
Excuse me. captain, said Drummond.
who followed his friend. and presently bun
dies of rifles came gathering down the side
of the precipice, plunging into the sea. The
two then descended the steps Jack in
front Drummond following, with the gov
ernor between them.
Now, governor said Jack for the sec
ond time | am to bid you farewell. Here
the keys II you accept them you must
give me your word Of honor that the boat
will not be fired upon. If you do not prom
Use that I'll drop the bunch into the sea,
and on your gray head be the conse-
quences.
Il give you my word of honor that YOU
shall not be fired upon
Very well, governor. Here are the KEYS.
and goodbye"
yachts appearance, both Jack and Drum