“That was a wonderful act on your part,” praised Mr. Holton, turning a moment to Joe.
The latter shook his head.
“Don’t know how I happened to think of it,” he said modestly. “I didn’t expect any good from it, though.”
The others also took part in the commendation, and Joe was glad to turn the conversation to their present predicament.
“Looks like we have a fair chance now,” he remarked, glancing far ahead.
Then suddenly they struck a seething whirlpool and were spun around broadside to the terrific current.
CHAPTER XIX
The Call for Help
“QUICK!” yelled Mr. Holton to anyone who might hear. “Turn the head around or we’ll be swamped at once.”