It seemed as if the Irishman was doomed, and a sickening sensation passed over him as he fell from the airship.
The ground was at least one thousand feet below, and as he went plunging down toward it, he realized that the moment he should strike there he would instantly be killed.
CHAPTER III.
OVERTURNED IN THE AIR.
When Pomp closed the windows, he did not shut off the view of Barney, but he paid no further heed to him.
All his care and watchfulness were necessary to guide the Jove properly, and he turned his glance ahead again.
Frank had heard the Irishman’s frightened yell, though, and wondered what had caused it.
Never suspecting the tragic occurrence, he went up into the cage and glanced around curiously.
“Barney!” he exclaimed.
No reply was returned.
Nor did he see the Celt.