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Updated: May 14, 2025
Frank had studied the matter while witnessing the evolutions of the Rippleton Guards, and he had adopted the plan in the club. When the captain said "shoulder," the men knew what was coming; and at the word "arms," the evolution was performed. So with "present arms!" "file right!" "left wheel!" etc.; and to these observations he was indebted for the proficiency of his club, and of the fleet.
Without any solicitation on the part of his companions, the little fellow told them the story of his father's trials, and the reason why he was compelled to leave Rippleton. "When is the money due, Paul?" asked Tony. "On the first of May. My father has no money end he cannot pay the note." "How much did you say it was?" "Five hundred dollars. It is a great sum for us."
Then the boats were sent off in six different ways, forming a hexagon, with the tender in the center; after which they all came together so that their stems touched each other, in the shape of a star. "Now, boys, we are ready for the voyage up Rippleton River," said Commodore Sedley. "I need not tell you that the utmost caution must be used.
They rounded the stake boat, which had been placed nearly opposite the mouth of the Rippleton River, and the Butterfly was still three lengths ahead. They had begun upon the last two miles of the race. Though the Zephyr still pursued her former tactics, her rival was no longer able to gain upon her.
"Circumstances alter cases," replied Charles, sagely, as he bent on his oar. "Fact! but they altered them when the deed was done, not now, when you have found out that it was all right." For a few days all Rippleton rang with the praises of Tony and his companions.
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