Had any of this latter trio been inclined to put on airs there
might have been some disagreeable feeling engendered in the breasts
of some of the middies. But Jack and his associates were wholly
modest, pleasant and helpful.
Beginning on the following day, it was announced, the "Dodger"
would take a squad of six midshipmen down Chesapeake Bay for practical
instruction in submarine work, both above and below the surface
of the water. This instruction would continue daily, with squads
of six midshipmen on board, until all members of the first class
had received thorough drilling.
"That's going to be a mighty pleasant change from the usual routine
here," whispered Farley in Dave's ear.
"It surely will," Darrin nodded. "It will be even better fun than
football."
"With no chance for the Army to beat us out on this game," Farley
replied slyly.
At last it came the turn of Dave, Dan, Farley, Page, Jetson and
Wolgast to go aboard the "Dodger."
"Gentlemen," announced Lieutenant Jack Benson, "Ensign Somers
will show you all that is possible about the deck handling and
the steering below the surface, and then Ensign Hastings will
explain the mechanical points of this craft. When both are through,
if you have any questions. I will endeavor to answer them."
In a few minutes the "showing" had been accomplished.
"Any questions, gentlemen?" inquired Lieutenant Benson.
Dave was ready with three; Farley had four and Jetson two.
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