“Mr.—ahem, Mr.—would you mind writing that name down; it’s altogether too much for me, and I must have it correct for the record.”
The sedate members of the court smiled as Lieutenant Colton struggled with the long name.
Himski soon came in and took his place. Ralph had not intended to ask for counsel but his roommate had insisted, and so Ralph asked for him.
“Do you object to any member present?” demanded Lieutenant Colton.
“I do not,” replied Ralph.
Oaths were now administered to the judge-advocate and to the members; other necessary formalities were gone through with, and soon the trial commenced in earnest.
“I’ll read the charge and specification,” announced Lieutenant Colton.
“Charge:
“Hazing, in violation of the laws of Congress and the articles for the government of the Navy.
“Specification: