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.