Transcriber’s Notes:
Punctuation has been made consistent.
Variations in spelling and hyphenation were retained as they appear in the original publication, except that obvious typographical errors have been corrected.
About This Book
A young, enterprising protagonist purchases a secondhand boat to run ferry and pleasure trips and soon faces the everyday trials of managing a small transport venture. The narrative follows a sequence of episodes involving scheduling problems, disputes with crew and difficult passengers, and moments that test patience and judgment. Through practical setbacks and moral choices the story emphasizes punctuality, responsibility, and perseverance, portraying how steady effort and fair dealing shape experience and maturity in the pursuit of independent enterprise.