With intense interest the boys, as well as the others present, listened to this wonderful story. When it was concluded very many were their questions and comments.
Then Sam, springing up on a chair, said:
“I move a hearty vote of thanks to Mr Ross for this splendid story about the cave, and when it is discovered may I be on hand!”
Alec seconded the motion and added:
“With great pleasure I second this motion, and may I be a good second, close at hand when Sam rediscovers the cave!”
Frank put the motion, and it was carried unanimously.
Mr Ross gracefully responded, and as the fierce storms were still raging without, and they listened to the howling of the winds, their thoughts went out to those who were upon the stormy seas, and so they heartily sang the beautiful hymn wherein is the expressive prayer:
“O hear us when we cry to Thee
For those in peril on the sea.”
