He did not feel
like taking any steps in the matter till he had consulted with
some one in whose judgment he had confidence.
One evening he mentioned his plan to Mr. Morton.
"It is a capital idea, Frank," said the young man, with warm
approval. "If I can be of service to you in this matter, it will
afford me much pleasure."
"There is one difficulty," suggested Frank. "None of us boys know
anything about military tactics, and we shall need instruction to
begin with; but where we are to find a teacher I am sure I can't
tell."
"I don't think you will have to look far," said Mr. Morton, with
a smile.
"Are you acquainted with the manual?" asked Frank eagerly.
"I believe so. You see you have not yet got to the end of my
accomplishments. I shall be happy to act as your drill-master
until some one among your number is competent to take my place. I
can previously give you some private lessons, if you desire it."
"There's nothing I should like better, Mr. Morton," said Frank
joyfully.
"Have you got a musket in the house, then? We shall get along
better with one.
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