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174 the precaution of wrapping the films in waterproof coverings.

Some other lanterns were found in the cabin, and, being filled with oil, they were lighted and hung up on the walls.

"We ought to show a light outside, too, I suppose," said Blake, reflectively.

"That's so, to avoid being run down by a passing steamer," said Mr. Ringold, "though I don't believe many vessels will take a chance of navigating the river when it's in this condition. Still, it's best to be on the safe side."

There was a pole about amidships of the raft, evidently intended to be used for displaying a light, and a lantern was put as high on this as possible.

By this time our friends had brought into the cabin the things they had so hastily removed from the motor boat, and then they sat down to consider matters, and decide on some course of procedure.

"First of all," began Mr. Piper, "we must"

"Have something to eat!" interrupted Blake. "There's dry wood in here, and a stove. I see a coffee pot, and I know we brought some ground coffee—not much, but some. Where's that keg of fresh water?"