they are the lads that always live before the wind. they are accounted a lucky omen. if you yourself can withstand three cheers at beholding these vivacious fish, then heaven help ye; the spirit of godly gamesomeness is not in ye. a well-fed, plump huzza porpoise will yield you one good gallon of good oil. but the fine and delicate fluid extracted from his jaws is exceedingly valuable. it is in request among jewellers and watchmakers. sailors put it on their hones. porpoise meat is good eating, you know. it may never have occurred to you that a porpoise spouts. indeed, his spout is so small that it is not very readily discernible. but the next time you have a chance, watch him; and you will then see the great sperm whale himself in miniature.