. Stand by the Union . DAVE RECEIVES HIS APPOINTMENT AS STEWARD. - - Page 364. A WOUNDED COMMANDER 365 had expected nothing for his meritorious service,and he found himself in a position of trust andresponsibility. He expressed his gratitude in themost earnest language, and without using a singleobjectionable phrase, for his education was betterthan his habit in the use of speech. Ensign McLinn, who had served on board ofthe little steamer, but had recently been on sickleave, was appointed second lieutenant of theBronx, while Mr. Camden, outranked by the otherofficers, remained as third lieute
. Stand by the Union . DAVE RECEIVES HIS APPOINTMENT AS STEWARD. - - Page 364. A WOUNDED COMMANDER 365 had expected nothing for his meritorious service,and he found himself in a position of trust andresponsibility. He expressed his gratitude in themost earnest language, and without using a singleobjectionable phrase, for his education was betterthan his habit in the use of speech. Ensign McLinn, who had served on board ofthe little steamer, but had recently been on sickleave, was appointed second lieutenant of theBronx, while Mr. Camden, outranked by the otherofficers, remained as third lieutenant. Christyand Mr. Pennant were transferred to the Sphinx,with a prize crew; and that same evening theBronx sailed under her new commander, withsealed orders, to the eastward. The Sphinx sailed the next day for New York,and made a tolerably quick passage. Of courseChristy was received with open arms by the fam-ily at Bonny dale, and with a profusion of blushesby Bertha Pembroke, who happened to be there ona visit. Hi
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