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wishing to be discovered by his former working companion, Franklin hurried forward as Captain Cosgrove had ordered him. Under other circumstances he would have made inquiries concerning the destination of the Sunflower, and the pay he might expect, but just now he thought it best to say nothing on either point, and calmly await developments.

The two trucks backed close to the boat and the work of unloading them began without delay. The new man who had taken Franklin's place was evidently experienced at the job, and between him and Macklin, aided by two hands from the freight-boat, the boxed up batteries were stowed in the hold in a short space of time.

While the work was going on, Franklin reported to Pollock, the mate, and was assigned a place where he might place the small bundle of clothing he had brought along.

"Now you had better get on deck and help load cargo," said the mate, after the young electrician