276 MARINE MAMMALS OF THE NORTH-WESTERN COAST. 
the lookout. The ship is hove to, and he is soon alongside. He clambers up the 
vessel's side, vociferates his orders to trim sail, and assumes full command on board. 
All now becomes hurry and bustle, and a scene of joyful excitement ensues. If a 
full ship, the old iron cannon, which has been used as a signal -gun at night and 
in foggy weather on the whaling -grounds, is brought out to send forth a salute, at 
intervals, as the ship glides along the inland waters, until anchored in her destined 
port, and the voyage of years' duration is completed. Then comes the greeting of 
friends on board, or a restless desire to meet them on shore, there to pass a time 
of rest and recreation before again launching upon the deep for another expedition 
involving peril and uncertainty. 
