Steadily on came the basket now, and in a few moments the mate seized it and steadied it as the captain stepped ashore.
"O father!" cried his son, throwing his arms around him.
"Thank God for his great goodness!" he said reverently, as he held the child close.
The basket contained dry clothing for the party, and among it little Herbert's rat-terrier, almost lifeless with fright.
The light-keeper hurried the rescued party to the house, where his wife had hot coffee and a bountiful meal ready for them. The men were too much exhausted to talk, and were glad to accept the offer of a chance to sleep off their fatigue.
"Now, boys, we must go back and leave it quiet here; these men need rest."
"Come on, then, John and Jerry; show us the spouting-horn," cried Joe.
"Will it take us far out of the way, boys? I am too tired to waste steps," said Mr. Bernard.
"No, sir; we can go to camp right up that shore," and John led the way, running like a young deer.
"There she spouts!" he shouted as they came within sight of it.