Fortunately for Dick and his brothers, Captain Putnam had cadet
uniforms to fit them, and the three were now dressed in true
military style. The other boys had to wait until uniforms could
be made for them.
The first day at Putnam Hall was spent in assigning the newcomers
to the various classes, according to their knowledge. On the
second day the three Rover boys were placed in the awkward squad,
to learn the military drill.
The squad was presided over by Corporal Mark king, a youth who was
cut out to be a soldier, although his father was a sea captain.
"Now then, line up!" he called out to the newcomers. "All of you
will please toe that crack in the floor; now turn out your toes
like this, and put your shoulders back, hands with the palms to
the front."
His instructions were followed to the letter, for all were anxious
to learn as fast as possible.
"Now the first thing to remember is to say nothing, but obey
orders promptly," exclaimed the corporal. "When an order is given
the first part is a warning, while the conclusion is the time when
that order must be executed. For, instance, I tell you 'Eyes
right!' I say 'Eyes,' and you get ready to move your eyes; I add
'Right,' and you instantly turn them to the right, and keep them
there.
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