that we can't reveal them now. We are going to try for a
prize, but not in competition with you. It's an entirely
different matter."

"Well, I guess you'll find that the firm of Bentley &
Eagert are capable of trying for any prizes that are
offered," boasted the agent. "We may be competitors yet."

"I don't believe so," replied Mr. Swift

"We may," repeated Mr. Berg. "And if we do, please
remember that we will show no mercy. Our boats are the
best."

"And may the best boat win," interjected Mr. Sharp.
"That's all we ask. A fair field and no favors."

"Of course," spoke the agent coldly. "Is this another son
of yours?" he asked.

"No but a good friend," replied the aged inventor. "No,
Mr. Berg, we won't compete this time. You may tell your firm
so."

"Very good," was the other's stiff reply. "Then
I will bid you good night. We shall carry off the
Government prize, but permit me to add that I
am very much astonished, very much indeed, that
you do not try for the prize. From what I have
seen of your submarine you have a very good