Vigeland.

I say, as I said to the captain, that the Palm Tree is in the hands of Providence. And besides, she is only going over the North Sea to begin with; and freights are pretty high in England just now, so that——

Bernick.

Yes, it would probably mean a loss if we delayed.

Vigeland.

The vessel is soundly built, you know, and fully insured too. I can tell you it’s another matter with the Indian Girl——

Bernick.

What do you mean?

Vigeland.

Why, she is to sail to-morrow too.