THE DONKEY ENGINE CALLS ON FINDLAYSON
“That’s it,” said the Capstan. “We’ve left our places at your command. Now, why?”
“I wanted you to meet my friend Findlayson,” said the Donkey Engine. “He’s a good fellow. Findlayson, let me present you to my associates—Mr. Capstan, Mr. Findlayson. And that gentleman over in the corner, Mr. Findlayson, is the Starboard Upper Deck Stringer. Rivet, come over here and meet Mr. Findlayson. The Davits will be here in a minute, and the Centrifugal Bilge Pump will drop in later.”
“I’m glad to meet you all,” said Findlayson, rather dazed.
“Thought you would be,” returned the Donkey Engine. “That’s why I asked them to come up.”
“Do you mind if I smoke in here?” said the Funnel.