The next morning Bemis Perry was ordered to report in the captain’s cabin.
He did so, and Captain De Long said:
“You were ashore yesterday, Mr. Perry?”
“Until six bells, yes, sir.”
“Who was your companion?”
“Mr. Merrill, sir.”
“You dined ashore?”
“Yes, sir, with Mr. Merrill at the Astor House.”
“Did you see any cadets there?”
“Mr. Clemmons, sir.”