CHAPTER XXIV
In Which the Honour of Archie Armstrong Becomes Involved, the First of September Becomes a Date of Utmost Importance, He Collides With Tom Tulk, and a Note is Made in the Book of the Future
Sir Archibald began again to tap the desk with his finger-tips. Archie strayed to the broad window and looked out upon the wharves and harbour.
“Is that the Black Eagle at the wharf?” he asked.
“The Black Eagle, sure enough!” Sir Archibald laughed. “She’s the White Bay and French Shore trader.”
“Trade enough for all,” Archie returned.
“George Rumm, master,” said Sir Archibald.
“Still?” Archie exclaimed.