"I am the chief of the band; I suppose that is understood," continued
Tim.
"Yes," they all replied.
"And that Charley Hardy is second in command. He can handle a boat, and the rest of you can't."
"I don't know about that," interposed one of them. "He upset the boat on the beach."
"That was because the crew did not obey orders," replied Charles.
"He is second in command," replied Tim. "Do you agree to that?"
"Yes," answered several, who were willing to follow the lead of the chief.
"Very well; I shall command one party and Charley the other; each in his own boat and on the island. Now we will divide each party into two squads, or watches."
"What for?" asked Barney.
"To keep watch, and do any duty that may be wanted of them."