“A shilling a day on the English ships,” said the Captain, “for the officers. Eighteen pence, some of the companies make it. I don’t know what the skipper gets. I reckon double. I’ll take half a dollar a day. That’s about fair.”
“Very well,” said Shiner. “I meet you. Anything more?”
“No,” said the Captain. “I guess that’s all.”
“When can you start?” asked Shiner.
“When you’re ready.”
“Well, that will be about this day week.”
“And the advance?”
“I will pay you that to-morrow, when you have seen over the ship. It’s just as well you should have a look at her first. Can you be here at ten o’clock to-morrow morning?”
“Yes, I can be here.”
“Very well, then. You had better come, too, Mr. Harman. I will expect you both at ten o’clock sharp. Good day to you.”