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However , it answered just as well , as the craft went into the coal trade . '' `` It is n't a long name , nor a hard one , and I know it will suit you . '' `` Well , Bessie , if it suits you , it will suit me , '' added Levi ; `` though I did hope she would be called the Bessie . '' The Starry Flag sped on her way , and before noon was off Eastern Point . There were several coasters approaching , but Levi could not make out the yacht till he examined every craft with the spy-glass . `` I see her ! '' exclaimed he , as he headed his boat so as to intercept her .