CHAPTER II.

The Departure from Southampton.--Hindrances.--Delay at Dartmouth and Plymouth.--Abandonment of the Speedwell.-- Sketch of Miles Standish.--Death at Sea.--Perils and Threatened Mutiny.--Narrow Escape of John Howland.-- Arrival at Cape Cod.--Testimony of Governor Bradford.--The Civil Contract.--John Carver Chosen Governor.--The First Exploring Tour.--The Sabbath. 30