Mr. Giddings and Bob were loud in their praise, and John smiled in that quiet way that told the younger brother how well pleased he was.  It was found that the Sky-Bird had passed over the lower fence in just one minute and three seconds, which was certainly good speed for such a diminutive contrivance.  Several other flights were then made, all of which were equally successful.  At the conclusion Bob Giddings was so excited that he could hardly stand still.