Cyrus Harding had intended to blow her up, so as to collect the remains on the shore, but a strong gale from the northeast and a heavy sea compelled him to economize his powder.
Cyrus Smith avait eu l'intention de la faire sauter afin d'en recueillir les débris à la côte, mais un gros vent de nord-est et une grosse mer lui permirent d'économiser sa poudre.