"Take the helm, Cyd, and mind how you steer!" said Dan, with earnestness, as he rose from his seat, and seized one of the guns.
"Hossifus!" exclaimed Cyd, aghast at the thought. "Wha-wha-wha--"
"Take the helm!" repeated the resolute skipper, with a decision which left no alternative for the boy.
"Possifus! Dis chile don't want to set dar,