Barlow is accused of killing a seaman by striking him, and avoids a trial by paying £50 to the widow. His youngest child dies, leaving two surviving out of six. Barlow ships on the SEPTER, bound for Surat.

A seaman's widow accuses Barlow of causing his death. Barlow admits striking him to discipline him, but does not believe this killed him, and thinks it is a conspiracy to get money. He pays £50 to avoid a trial and punishment by branding. While at home Barlow's youngest child dies, leaving two surviving children out of six. Barlow and his shipmates have to wait seven months for their pay. Barlow ships in the SEPTER, bound for Surat.