I am a man, sir, and a stranger, who has come to seek employment in your ships. I hav

I am a man, sir, and a stranger, who has come to seek employment in your ships. I have been a sailor for five years, and have double certificates of competency as a mariner and as a pilot. I have been at sea under all flags, and in all kinds of ships, and have been in some measure successful in giving satisfaction. I have been twice wrecked, but have never lost a ship, and have never been subjected to any complaint. I have been twice promoted, and have twice received thanks for my services. I have been exempted from double commissions, and have never been subjected to double wages. I have been twice promoted, and have twice received thanks for my services. I have been twice exempted from double commissions, and have never been subjected to double wages. I have