sentries. Before entering the Cabin they were all searched, any property of value being taken from them. While these proceedings were going on, the gangs in other parts of the ship were carrying out the orders given to them. Two Quarter_Masters were shot in their bunks, one of whom has since died, another was shot through the head and his body thrown overboard. The Chief Engineer, hearing the shots, left his room, where he was at the time. Several shots were fired at him, but he managed to reach the Captain's Cabin unhurt and was not further interfered with. The pirates then took charge of the ship, some took command of the bridge, while others gave orders to the firemen, which they were told to obey under threat of being killed. The ship was then put to sea and the pirates proceeded
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