Some sudden memory of his own cadet days made the young captain smile to himself, as Alex read:—
Form No. 23.
Headquarters
Flemming Hall Battalion,
March 18, 1891.
General Orders, No. 116.
The following promotions of Officers and Non-com. Officers is announced for the benefit of all concerned,—
1st Lieut. Keith to be Capt.
2nd Lieut. Walker to be 1st Lieut.
1st Sergt. Eliot to be 2nd Lieut.