CHAPTER XIV
THE U-87
As the Essex sped forward the radio operator from time to time picked up other messages from the Ventura.
"She's headed directly toward us," Jack explained to Frank. "We should sight her within the hour."
The Ventura was sighted in less, but under peculiar conditions.
"Ship on the starboard bow, sir," sang the lookout forward.
A moment later the officers on the bridge sighted the vessel through their glasses.
"By George! She seems to be standing still," said Frank.
"So she does," Lieutenant Hetherton agreed, "Wonder what's the matter?"
"We'll find out fast enough," returned Jack quietly.