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"I am a writer," explained the other "If I may be allowed on board I'll

take a few pictures and--"

"Anda piece in the paper to

tickle city dudes Fend off!" he co toward the schooner's side and that one of the crew had set a

boat-hook against the main chain-plate

"Don't bother with the old crab," advised the owner, sourly

But the other persisted, courteously, even humbly "I am afraid you do

not understand me, captain I would as soon make jest of my mother as of

this noble old relic"

"Go ahead! Call it na his cap frohteen twelve I want

to honor this old patriot here with the best tribute my pen can pay

If you will allowupon a sacred spot, and I can assure you that my friends, here,

have just as much respect for this craft as I have"

But this honest appeal did not soften Captain Candage He did not