LOGS FOR JANUARY 1889
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in dry dock navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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1 January 1889
At 12.23pm the first contact took place in the eclipse of the sun. The greatest obscurity was at about 1.48 pm when only a narrow strip on the SE quarter was visible. The last contact was at about 3.05.
By order of Commanding Officer W O'Donnell (2CF) was rated first class fireman & A Mitchell (CH) & A Claus (CH) were rated second class firemen
T G Dewey, Ensign, USA -
At 12:23 AM the first contact took please in the eclipse of the sun. The greatest obscurits was at about 1:48 from when only a narrow strip on the SE quarter was visible. The last contact was at come 3:05.
M O'Dowell (2C.F) - By order of Commanding Officer M O'Dowell (2C.F) was rated first class fireman + A Nistdull (CH) + A Claus (CH) were rated second class firemen.
A Nistdull (CH) - By order of Commanding Officer M O'Dowell (2C.F) was rated first class fireman + A Nistdull (CH) + A Claus (CH) were rated second class firemen.
A Claus (CH) - By order of Commanding Officer M O'Dowell (2C.F) was rated first class fireman + A Nistdull (CH) + A Claus (CH) were rated second class firemen.
Roger Welles Jr, Ensign, USA -
R F Lopez, Ensign + Navigator -
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in dry dock navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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2 January 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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3 January 1889
USRS Independence -
L Bednarsky - discharged from Naval Service, his term of enlistment having expired
R Daugherty (Eng Yeo) - discharged . . from the Naval Service at his own request.
Geo T Regan (Lds) - Received from USRS Independance . . .with bag, hammock & accounts
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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4 January 1889
EJ Schneider - By order of Commanding Officer EJ Schneider (Pay Yeo) was discharged frm the Naval Service
JA Dearborn - At 5.15 confined JA Dearborn (CH) in single irons to await the action of the Commanding Officer for being drunk on duty & having liquor in his possession.
W.D. Pennington - WD Pennington (OS) was rated Engineer's Yeoman
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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5 January 1889
L Bednarsky - Received aboard with accounts L Bednarsky (Sea) from USRS Independence.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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6 January 1889
L Bednarsky - By order of Commanding Officer L Bednarsky (Sea) was rated Captain Forecastle
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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7 January 1889
Commenced reading Holosteric Barometer at 1pm.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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8 January 1889
C Olsen (OS) - transferred to hospital
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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9 January 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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10 January 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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11 January 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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12 January 1889
Nelson A Miles - Brig Gen Miles, US Army, paid an official visit to the Commodore of the Yard - a salute of eleven guns being fired in his honor upon departure.
E. Edwards (oiler) returned from liberty 72 hours overtime.
T. McKachury (Sea) returned from liberty 33 2/3 hours overtime. The following yard men employed on board 1 machinist, 2 helpers, 1 carpenter & 1 apprentice. Brig. Genl. Miles, US Army paid an official visit to the Commodore of the Yard, a salute of eleven guns being fired in his honor upon his departure.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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13 January 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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14 January 1889
At 7.50 commenced sinking dock.
Shore people sinking dock until 10 am when found that something was wrong with section 3, so pumped out dock without ship getting out. Found that that the stern of entrance gate had broken in section 3, so abandoned attempt to get ship out of dock today.
A Toab - transferred to US Naval Hospital
A Claus - transferred to US Naval Hospital
JV Cronin (2CF) - rated 1st Class Fireman
J Bottler (1CF) - rated Oiler
At 7.50 commenced sinking dock.
Shore people sinking dock until 10am, when found there something was wrong with section 3, so pumped out dock without ship getting out. Found that the stern of entrance gate had ~~~ in section 3, as abandoned attempt to get ship out of dock to-day. Started fires in dandy boiler, then hauled them. Transferred to US Naval Hospital A. Claus (C~) & A. Toat (Sea) by order of Commanding Officer J. Rattler (ICF) was rated oiler, J.V. Cronin (ICF) was rated 1st class fireman, & G.F. Gun (Oiler) was disrated to first class fireman.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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15 January 1889
G Flynn (1CH) - trnasferred . . to the Receiving Ship
At 8.00 began to sink sectional dock & at the same time started fires under port donkey boiler. At 10.00 floated out of dock & were taken in tow by the tug "Lively." At 10.30 moored alongside "Monadnock." Starboard gangway was carried away in coming alongside.
Monadnock - At 10.30 moored alongside "Monadnock"
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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16 January 1889
Between 7.55 and 11pm the moon was partially eclipsed by the earth.
Between 7.55 & 11pm, the moon was partially eclipsed by the earth.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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17 January 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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18 January 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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19 January 1889
JA Dearborn - At 10am a Summary Court composed of Ensigns Simpson, Gorgas & Dewey as members with Asst Paymaster Lovell as Recorder convened for the tial of JA Dearborn (CH). The court adjourned at 11.20 to await the action of the Comd'g Officer.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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20 January 1889
Vandalia - At 12.40 the USS "Vandalia" hauled out into the stream & at sailed for Samoa.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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21 January 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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22 January 1889
F Law - Liberty party returned aboard except F Law (Sh Ck)
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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23 January 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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24 January 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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25 January 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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26 January 1889
J Murphy (CFC) - absent without leave
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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27 January 1889
J Murphy (CFC) - returned from liberty 53 hours overtime
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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28 January 1889
Crew engaged in taking on board & storing in coal bunkers pig iron ballest.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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29 January 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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30 January 1889
Commanding Office left the ship to appear before court of inquiry.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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31 January 1889
Mid to 8 am. Clear and calm. Rising barometer.
8 am to merid. Clear and pleasant. Calms and light southerly airs. Barometer rising.
Merid to 4 pm. Clear and pleasant. Light airs from SW. Barometer steady.
4 pm to mid. Clear and pleasant. Light airs from SW and calm. Barometer steady.
LOGS FOR FEBRUARY 1889
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at wharf navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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1 February 1889
WB Dunning - PA Eng Dunning left the ship on three days leave of absense.
Adams - At 2.00 USS "Adams" steamed up to Navy Yard and made fast to buoy.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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2 February 1889
W Howard - W Howard (QG) absent without leave
Commanding Office left the ship to attend afternoon session of Court of Inquiry.
Patterson - Sent boarding officer to offer usual civilities to USCS Steamer Patterson.
LOG BOOK – FEBRUARY 3rd 1889 TO JULY 29th 1889
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Log book of the USS Thetis, commanded by Lieut Commander CH Stockton, commencing Febuary 3rd, 1889, at wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island, Cal; ending 29th July 1889, at anchor off Cape Smyth, Alaska
Log Book of the USS Thetis; 3rd Rate; of guns.
Commanded by Lieut Commander CH Stockton, US Navy; Attached to Squadron
Commencing 3rd February. 1889; at Wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island Cal; and ending 29th July, 1889 at anchor off Cape Smyth, Alaska
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List of Officers attached to and on board of the USS Thetis, commanded by WH Emroy, Lieut Commander & Lieut Commander CH Stockton during the period covered by this log-book from February 2nd, 1889 to July 30th 1889
List of officers
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List of officers who have died, been detached or transferred on board of USS THetis, commanded by WH Emroy and CH Stockton, USN, during the period covered by this log book from February 2nd, 1889, to July 30th 1889
Officers who have left the ship: DM Bertolette Surgeon February 24 - detached John Low Chief Engineer February 26 - detached TG Dewey Ensign February 26 - detached WH Emory Lieut Commander April 12 - detached LG Hencherger Pst Asst Surgeon May 1 - for medical treatment CE Sweeting Ensign - for medical treatment
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Complement of Petty officers, Seamen, Ordinary Seamen, Landsmen, Boys, and Marines on board of the USS Thetis 3rd rate at first commissioning January 15th 1887 US Navy Yard, Brooklyn NY
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Description of Instruments used for Meteorological Observations and their location, &c
Description of Instruments used for Meteorological Observations
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Armament of the USS Thetis 3rd rate
Secondary
Small Arms
Armament
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tables of deviation of the Standard compass N° 13859 on board of USS Thetis
Tables of Deviation of the Standard Compass No 13859 on board USS Thetis
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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3 February 1889
JA Dearborn - The prisoner James Dearborn (CH) was brought aft to muster & reconfined afterward.
Read Articles of War at 10.30. The prisoner James Dearborn (CH) was brought aft to muster & re-confines afterwards.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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4 February 1889
W Howard - W Howard (QG) absent without leave
At 12.50 the Commanding Officer left the ship to attend the afternoon session of the Court of Inquiry. At 2.45 Chief Engineer Lowe and D Berger left the ship to appear before the Court.
Commanding Officer left the ship to attend the morning session of the Court of Enquiry. Crew engaged in tarring down rigging. Distilling with port boiler. W. Howard (Qn G) absent without leave.
Crew engaged in tarring down rigging. At 12.50 the Commanding Officer left the ship to attend the afternoon session of the Court of Inquiry. At 2.45 Chief Engineer Lowe and D. bergen left the ship to appear before the Court. Distilling with port donkey boiler.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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5 February 1889
W Howard - W Howard (QG) returned on board having been absent from the ship 90 hours
JA Dearborn - At 9.45 called all hands to muster & published the sentance of Summary Court Martial in the case of JA Dearborn (CH) the sentance being disapproved by the Commandant of the Yard, he was released and returned to duty.
TG Dewey - Commanding Officer left ship at 1.00 to attend afternoon session of Court of Inquiry, & Ensign TG Dewey at 2.00 to appear as witness
W. Howard (Qr G) returned on board having been absent from the ship 90 hours.
At 9.30 mustered at quarters. crew engaged in overhauling both bower anchor chains. Distilling with port donkey boiler. At 9.45 called all hands to muster & published sentence of Summary Court Martial in the case of J.A. Dearborn (CH) the sentence being disapproved by the Commandant of the Yard, he was released & restored to duty.
Distilling with port donkey boiler. Cleaned out & white-washed chain locker. Blacked both bower chains & sent them below. Commanding Officer left ship at 1.00 to attend afternoon session of Court of Inquiry, & Ensign T.G. Davey at 2.00 to appear as witness.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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6 February 1889
JA Dearborn - absent without leave
TG Dewey - left the ship on one week's leave of absence with permission to apply for an extension.
Madrona - The lighthouse tender "Madrona" arrived at the Navy Yard at noon & left at 2.30
J.A. Dearborn (CH) absent without leave. Commanding Officer & Chief Engineer Lowe left ship during forenoon & afternoon to attend sessions of Court of Inquiry. The following workmen on board from Navy Yard in Engineers' Department:- 1 Foreman, 3 boiler-makers. ~~~ T.G. Davey left the ship on one week's leave of absence with permission to apply for an extension. The Lighthouse Tender " Madrona" arrived at the Navy Yard at noon & left at 2.30. Distilling with port donkey boiler. Sent liberty party on shore.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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7 February 1889
Commanding Officer & Chief Engineer Lowe left ship to appear before Court of Inquiry as witnesses
DN Bertolette - Surgeon DN Bertoletti left the ship on duty
Commanding Officer & Chief Engineer Lowe left ship to appear before Court of Inquiry as witnesses. 5 boilermen ~~~ * 3 apprentices at work on board. Surgeon D.G. Bertolette left the ship on duty.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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8 February 1889
At 9.30 mustered at quarters. At 9.45 the Commanding Officer & Chief Engineer Lowe left the ship to attend the forenoon session, & at 12.50 the Commanding Officer & Ensign Simpson left the ship to attend the afternoon session of the Court of Enquiry. The following Yard workmen employed in Engineers' Department:- 5 machinists, 2 helpers, & boiler-makers, & 3 helpers. Distilling with port donkey boiler.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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9 February 1889
coal: 2 tons -
E Simpson - Ensign Simpson appeared a wit ness during forenoon session & again during afternoon.
D Berger - 2 pm when D Berger (Qr Mas) was called before the court.
JQ Lovell - left the ship on 2 days leave of absence.
JA Dearborn - returned aboard 83 1/2 hours overtime
A Claus (CH) - Received from receiving ship with bags, hammocks & accounts
C Olsen (OS) - Received from receiving ship with bags, hammocks & accounts
Received 2 tons hard coal from Equip. Dept. The following workmen on board from Navy Yard:- 6 boiler-makers, 4 helpers, 4 machinists, 2 helpers, 1 foreman, & 2 painters. Commanding Officer left the ship at 10am to attend forenoon session of Court of Inquiry & at from 1pm to 3pm, to attend afternoon session. Ensign Simpson appeared as witness nduring forenoon session & again during afternoon until 2pm when D. Berfer (Qr Mr.) was called before the Court. A Board of Survey composed of Commander Nelson, Senior Member, Holby, Foreman C&R, & the foreman spar-maker held a survey on the jib-boom. At 4 the Commanding Officer & Paymaster Lovell left the ship on two days leave of absence. J.A. Dearborn (CH) returned aboard 83 1/2 hours overtime. Received from Receiving Ship with bags, hammocks & accounts A. Claus (CH) & C. Olsen (OS) At 8pm stopped distilling.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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10 February 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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11 February 1889
WB Dunning - Asst Engineer WB Dunning USN reported to Commodore Belknap President of the Board for the trial of the USS "Charleston"
Charleston - Asst Engineer WB Dunning USN reported to Commodore Belknap President of the Board for the trial of the USS "Charleston" for special temporary duty in connection witht the trail of the machinery of the Charleston & its completion to resume present duty & was ordered to await further instructions.
RF Lopez - At 10.45 & 12.45 the Commanding Officer & Ensign Lopez left the ship to attend the sessions of the Court of Inquiry.
Asst. Engineer W.B. Denning USN reported to Commodore Belknap President of the Board for the trial of the USS Charleston for special temporary duty in connection with the trial of the machinery of the Charleston & in the completion to resume present duty, & was ordered to await further instructions. At 10.45 & 12.45 the Commanding Officer & Ensign lopez left the ship to attend the sessions of the Court of Inquiry. The following Yard men employed on board:- 4 boiler-makers, 2 machinists, 5 helpers, 1 foreman & 2 sail makers.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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12 February 1889
DN Bertolette - Surgeon Bertolette returned aboard from detatched duty
At 9.30 mustered crew at quarters. Commanding Officer & Ensign Lopez left the ship at 10am & Asst. Paymanster Lovell at 11 to attend forenoon session of Court of Inquiry & Commanding Officer & Asst. Paymaster Lovell at 1.00 to attend afternoon session. The following mechanics from Yard at work on board: 4 boiler-makers, 3 helpers, 2 machinists, 2 helpers, 1 sailmaker. Surgeon DN Bertolette returned aboard from detached duty. Fire under Port donkey boiler. Paid off monthly money.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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13 February 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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14 February 1889
R Scott (C Hold) - returned from liberty 2 hours overtime
DW Crocker (2cf) - Reveived from USRS Independence
7.30 Liberty party returned. Found catamaran over at Valley wharf at 7.30am. Fires under port boiler.
At 10.00 R. Scott (C. Hold) returned from liberty, 2 hours overtime.
At 10.00 am the Commanding officer left the ship to attend the forenoon session of the Court of Inquiry & at 1.15pm to attend the afternnon session. Received USRS Independence D. McCrachen (2 CF). The following Yard workmend employed on board:- 6 boiler-makers, 2 machinist & 5 helpers.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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15 February 1889
WB Dunning - PA Engineer WB Dunning left the ship on leave of absense for four days.
A Claus - transferred to hospital
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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16 February 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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17 February 1889
J Grant - J Grant (Sh Yeo) returned on board 16 hours overtime
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at wharf navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
Coal consumed during the preceding 24 hours, 1500 lbs.
Coal remaining on hand at Noon, 145 " 990 "
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18 February 1889
CE Sweeting (Ensign) - reported aboard for duty on this vessel.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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19 February 1889
In reply to a requisition in the Bureau of Ordanance for rapid firing guns the Commanding Officer received through the Commandant of the Navy Yard an answer that there were none available.
AM Fletcher - By direction of the acting chief of the Bureau of Equipment & Recruiting AM Fletcher
JW Morgan - By direction of the acting chief of the Bureau of Equipment & Recruiting AM Fletcher, JW Morgan (Paint) was discharged from this vessel & the naval service, said for Morgan waiving all claims to transportation.
Ah Doo - Ah Doo (Lds) was this day discharged at his own request from the naval services.
R Welles - Ensign R Welles Jr left the ship during afternoon to appear before Court of Inquiry.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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20 February 1889
A Kaufman (Lds) - Received from USRS Independance
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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21 February 1889
LG Heneberger - PA Surgeon LG Heneberger USN reported for duty on board this ship.
DN Bertolette - as the relief of Surgeon DN Bertolette
MC Gorgas - At 10.00 Ensign MC Gorgas left the ship to attend the forenoon session of the Court of Inquiry
Made preparations for dressing ship rainbow fashion.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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22 February 1889
At 6.55 dressed ship rainbow fashion.
At 11.20 1st 2nd & 3rd whaleboats & gig left the ship to sail a race around buoy No 5. At noon saluting battery at the Yard fired 21 guns salute in honor of the day.
Ship's boats returned from race, 1st cutter first.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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23 February 1889
WB Dunning - PA Engineer WB Dunning left the ship on duty in connection with the inspection of the "Charleston"
Charleston - PA Engineer WB Dunning left the ship on duty in connection with the inspection of the "Charleston"
Wm Howard - Transferred with papers & bag & hammock to USRD Independance for discharge Wm Howard (Qr Gn)
coal: 2 tons -
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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24 February 1889
DN Bertolette - PA Surgeon DN Bertolette left the ship having been detatched this day.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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25 February 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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26 February 1889
R Welles - At 8.00 Ensign Welles left the ship on three days leave.
John Lowe - Chief Eng John Lowe and Ensign TG Dewey were detatched from this vessel.
TG Dewey - Chief Eng John Lowe and Ensign TG Dewey were detatched from this vessel.
EG Mack - transferred to Naval Hospital
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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27 February 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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28 February 1889
LOGS FOR MARCH 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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1 March 1889
W McNamara (sea) - absent without leave
At 2.30 sent 21 men under charge of Ensign R Welles to act as escort at funeral of the late Act Eng Danak. At 3.00 half masted colors with USRS Independence. . . . All officers of the ship except Commanding Officer & Paymaster attended funeral.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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2 March 1889
Madrona - At 18.00 the light-house tender "Madrona" came off sectional dry dock & left the yard.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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3 March 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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4 March 1889
AP Osborn (Lieut) - reported on board
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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5 March 1889
W McNamara (sea) - absent without leave
Patterson - At 2.20 Coast Survey steamer Patterson went in sectional dry dock
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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6 March 1889
W McNamara (sea) - returned aboard 5 1/2 days overtime
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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7 March 1889
Belknap (Admiral) - At noon a salute of 13 guns was fired from Yard for the flag of Admiral Belknap.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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8 March 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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9 March 1889
Ah Tre (CC) - left the ship on liberty for one week.
Ah Lam (Lds) - left the ship on liberty for one week.
Geo E Belknap (Rear Admiral) - At 1.40 Rear Admiral Geo E Belknap left the Navy Yard with customary honors & the yard saluting battery fired 13 guns his flag on the Independence being hauled down at the last gun.
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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10 March 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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11 March 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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12 March 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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13 March 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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14 March 1889
JP Cooke (BM) - 16 hours late
H Oldham (Lds) - Received from USRS Independence
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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15 March 1889
JV Cronin (2CF) - returned on board four days overtime
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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16 March 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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17 March 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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18 March 1889
E Edwards (Oiler) - absent without leave
W Neild - absent without leave
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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19 March 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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20 March 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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21 March 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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22 March 1889
E Edwards (Oiler) - returned aboard 104 hours overtime
W Neild - returned aboard 104 hours overtime
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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23 March 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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24 March 1889
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc1ea2fc8ee892000eaf: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_056_1.jpg)
25 March 1889
5145bc1ea2fc8ee892000eb1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_057_0.jpg)
navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc1ea2fc8ee892000eb3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_057_1.jpg)
26 March 1889
5145bc1fa2fc8ee892000eb5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_058_0.jpg)
navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc1fa2fc8ee892000eb7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_058_1.jpg)
27 March 1889
5145bc1fa2fc8ee892000eb9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_059_0.jpg)
navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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28 March 1889
5145bc1fa2fc8ee892000ebd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_060_0.jpg)
navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc1fa2fc8ee892000ebf: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_060_1.jpg)
29 March 1889
Victor Tertichel (OS) - At 2.30 sent Victor Tertichel (OS) to hospital he haven been transferred
5145bc1fa2fc8ee892000ec1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_061_0.jpg)
navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc1fa2fc8ee892000ec3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_061_1.jpg)
30 March 1889
5145bc1fa2fc8ee892000ec5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_062_0.jpg)
navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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31 March 1889
LOGS FOR APRIL 1889
5145bc1fa2fc8ee892000ec9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_063_0.jpg)
navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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1 April 1889
Patterson - At 2.00 pm USCS Patterson left the yard.
5145bc1fa2fc8ee892000ecd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_064_0.jpg)
navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc1fa2fc8ee892000ecf: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_064_1.jpg)
2 April 1889
Monadnock - At 9.30 shifted berth from alongside "Monadnock" to alongside dock just ahead of her.
5145bc1fa2fc8ee892000ed1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_065_0.jpg)
navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc1fa2fc8ee892000ed3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_065_1.jpg)
3 April 1889
5145bc1fa2fc8ee892000ed5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_066_0.jpg)
navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc1fa2fc8ee892000ed7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_066_1.jpg)
4 April 1889
J Dundas (Lds) - received from USRS Independence
Thomas McKacknay (sea) - transferred with accounts to USRS Independence
J Patrick (Sea) - transferred with accounts to USRS Independence
J Luis (Sea) - transferred with accounts to USRS Independence
H Hanson (Sea) - transferred with accounts to USRS Independence
HB Nailor (Mach) - transferred with accounts to USRS Independence
J Battler (Oiler) - transferred with accounts to USRS Independence
Commodore AEK Benham - All officers except those on duty went to Navy Yard gate to assist in the reception of Commodore AEK Benham
5145bc1fa2fc8ee892000ed9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_067_0.jpg)
navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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5 April 1889
S Hanson (sea) - received from USRS Independence
GF Matow (sea) - received from USRS Independence
C Alexander (OS) - received from USRS Independence
WH Brown (OS) - received from USRS Independence
C Walker (OS) - received from USRS Independence
AE Peters (OS) - received from USRS Independence
C Celamkie (OS) - received from USRS Independence
C Mitchell (OS) - received from USRS Independence
J Fuhrman (OS) - received from USRS Independence
P Haley (CH) - received from USRS Independence
DM Crachen (1CF) - rated Oiler
H Husig (2CF) - rated 1st Class Fireman
5145bc1fa2fc8ee892000edd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_068_0.jpg)
navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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6 April 1889
AP Osborn (Lieut) - left the ship on two days leave
AE Heckstrom - received from USRS Independence
5145bc1fa2fc8ee892000ee1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_069_0.jpg)
navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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7 April 1889
5145bc20a2fc8ee892000ee5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_070_0.jpg)
navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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8 April 1889
At 11.55 heard heavy explosion to the southward.
5145bc20a2fc8ee892000ee9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_071_0.jpg)
navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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9 April 1889
F Law (S Cook) - absent without leave
At 12.15 a salute of 11 guns was fired at the Navy Yard in honor Gen ~ NA ~ who paid an official visit on the Commandant of the Navy Yard
5145bc20a2fc8ee892000eed: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_072_0.jpg)
navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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10 April 1889
coal: 23 1/4 tons -
C Sidschand (2nd Fireman) - Received the following men from the USRS "Independance"
J Grandmin (Sea) - Received the following men from the USRS "Independance"
RJ Olsen (Sea) - Received the following men from the USRS "Independance"
coal: 45 TONS 560 lbs -
C Stahl (Sea) - Received the following men from the USRS "Independance"
C Broad (sea) - Received the following men from the USRS "Independance"
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc20a2fc8ee892000ef3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_073_1.jpg)
11 April 1889
WH Emory - At 11.00 called "all hands to muster" and Commanding Officer read the orders detatching Lieut Commander WH Emory from Command of this ship.
CH Stockton (Lieut Commander) - At 10.30 Lieut Commander CH Stockton came aboard and at 11.30 reported for duty to command.
coal: 93 tons 1850 lbs -
coal: 93 tons & 1850 lbs -
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navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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12 April 1889
Ah Lam (Lds) - discharged from the US Naval Service at his own request
Wm H Murray (C St) - transferred to the USRS Vermont by the order of Bureau of Equip & Recruiting
Geo T Regan (C Mate) - absent without leave
5145bc20a2fc8ee892000ef9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_075_0.jpg)
navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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13 April 1889
came to anchor off san francisco
Lat 37.8, Long -122.4
5145bc20a2fc8ee892000efd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_076_0.jpg)
off san francisco
Lat 37.8, Long -122.4
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14 April 1889
Mid to 8 am. Pleasant. Calm to light breeze from West to South. Barometer falling.
8 am to merid. Cloudy. Light to gentle breeze from SW. Barometer steady.
Merid to 4 pm. Cloudy and squally with passing showers last hour. Gentle to moderate breeze from SW to WSW. Barometer steady.
4 pm to mid. Overcast and cloudy. Moderate to light breeze from South to West. Barometer rising slowly.
5145bc20a2fc8ee892000f01: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_077_0.jpg)
off san francisco
Lat 37.8, Long -122.4
5145bc20a2fc8ee892000f03: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_077_1.jpg)
15 April 1889
5145bc20a2fc8ee892000f05: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_078_0.jpg)
off san francisco
Lat 37.8, Long -122.4
5145bc20a2fc8ee892000f07: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_078_1.jpg)
16 April 1889
5145bc20a2fc8ee892000f09: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_079_0.jpg)
off san francisco
Lat 37.8, Long -122.4
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17 April 1889
CE Sweeting (Ensign) - Ensign Sweeting made an offiical visit to the USR~S Rush
Rush - Ensign Sweeting made an offiical visit to the USR~S Rush
5145bc20a2fc8ee892000f0d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_080_0.jpg)
off san francisco
Lat 37.8, Long -122.4
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18 April 1889
SS Sever (CH) - returned from liberty 3 hours overtime
Rush - The Commanding Officer of the USRS Rush paid an official visit to this vessel
Hassler - Commanding Officer paid an Official Visit to Coast Survery Steamer Hassler
5145bc20a2fc8ee892000f11: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_081_0.jpg)
off san francisco
Lat 37.8, Long -122.4
5145bc21a2fc8ee892000f13: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_081_1.jpg)
19 April 1889
J Fuhrman (OS) - Issued a reward of $10.00, ten dollars, apiece for the delivery on board of GT Regan CM, WH Brown OS, & J Fuhrman OS
WH Brown (OS) - Issued a reward of $10.00, ten dollars, apiece for the delivery on board of GT Regan CM, WH Brown OS, & J Fuhrman OS
Geo T Regan (C Mate) - Issued a reward of $10.00, ten dollars, apiece for the delivery on board of GT Regan CM, WH Brown OS, & J Fuhrman OS
5145bc21a2fc8ee892000f15: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_082_0.jpg)
off san francisco
Lat 37.8, Long -122.4
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20 April 1889
J Fuhrman (OS) - returned aboard 72 hours overtime
Gedney - US Cpast Survery St Gedney came in and anchored at 11.30. Sent an officer to offer customary courtesies
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at sea from san francisco cal to tacoma w i
Lat 39.55, Long -124.32
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21 April 1889
5145bc21a2fc8ee892000f1d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_084_0.jpg)
at sea from san francisco to tacoma w ter
Lat 41.75, Long -124.77
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22 April 1889
F Gladwell (Bugler) - Rated Ship's Writer
H Oldham (OS) - rated Carp M
J Dundas (OS) - rated Bugler from April 21st
JA Dearborn (CH) - rated 2nd C Fireman from April 20th
Geo T Regan (C Mate) - declared deserter from April 20
WH Brown (OS) - declared deserter from April 20
5145bc21a2fc8ee892000f21: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_085_0.jpg)
at sea from san francisco cal to tacoma w ter
Lat 44.30, Long -124.60
5145bc21a2fc8ee892000f23: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_085_1.jpg)
23 April 1889
5145bc21a2fc8ee892000f25: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_086_0.jpg)
at sea from san francisco cal to tacoma washington ter
Lat 47.27, Long -124.77
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24 April 1889
5145bc21a2fc8ee892000f29: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_087_0.jpg)
at sea from san francisco to tacoma washington at anchor seattle wash
Lat 47.6, Long -122.4
5145bc21a2fc8ee892000f2b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_087_1.jpg)
25 April 1889
juan di fuca straits
Lat 48.2, Long -123.6
5145bc21a2fc8ee892000f2d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_088_0.jpg)
at anchor seattle washington at sea to tacoma at anchor tacoma wash
Lat 38.9, Long -77.0
5145bc21a2fc8ee892000f2f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_088_1.jpg)
26 April 1889
5145bc21a2fc8ee892000f31: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_089_0.jpg)
at anchor tacoma
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
5145bc21a2fc8ee892000f33: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_089_1.jpg)
27 April 1889
Commenced reading mercureal barometer
Commenced reading Mercurial Barometer
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at anchor tacoma washington ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
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28 April 1889
5145bc21a2fc8ee892000f39: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_091_0.jpg)
at anchor tacoma washington at wharf
Lat 38.9, Long -77.0
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29 April 1889
coal: 86 1/2 tons -
coal: 47 1/2 tons -
coal: 15 1/2 tons -
5145bc21a2fc8ee892000f3d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_092_0.jpg)
at coaling dock at anchor tacoma washington tery
Lat 38.9, Long -77.0
5145bc21a2fc8ee892000f3f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_092_1.jpg)
30 April 1889
coal: .23 tons -
H Ammerman (Lds) - absent without leave
At sunrise dressed ship with masthead flags, American ensign at main in honor of the hundredth anniversary of the inauguration of the first president of the United States
coal: 3 1/2 tons -
Julian F Maxon (Sea) - absent without leave
Charles Mitchell (OS) - absent without leave
coal: 42 tons -
coal: 242 tons - received in all
The Commanding Officer, & Lieut. Osborn Ensigns Simpson & Sweeting and Paymaster Lovell attended Divine Service ashore in full dress uniform.
coal: 242 tons -
LOGS FOR MAY 1889
5145bc22a2fc8ee892000f41: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_093_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma washington ter
Lat 38.9, Long -77.0
5145bc22a2fc8ee892000f43: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_093_1.jpg)
1 May 1889
GB Wilson (Assistant Surgeon) - Reported on board for duty
LG Heneberger (Pst Asst Surgeon) - Relieved of duty on board this day and ordered to report to the Hospital Mare Island Caifornia for treatment.
Julius F Maton (Sea) - Reward of $10 for delivery on board
Charles Mitchell (OS) - Reward of $10 for delivery on board
Horace Ammerman (Lds) - Reward of $10 for delivery on board
Charles Walker (OS) - solitary confinement for 3 days on bread and water for being under the influence of liquor and insubordinate conduct. After being confined he kicked off the screen of the door of the brig on which account the Commanding Ofiicer ordered him to be placed in double irons for 5 days full rations with the door of the brig to be kept open.
Daniel Berger (QM) - By order of Commanding Officer made Daniel Berger (QM) a prisoner at large awaiting Court Martial for disobedience of orders.
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at buoy tacoma washington ter
Lat 38.9, Long -77.0
5145bc22a2fc8ee892000f47: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_094_1.jpg)
2 May 1889
At 6.30 sent in stream launch to look for catamaran. She returned with the catamaran having found it between a steamer and the dock near the railroad station.
Charles Walker (OS) - A reward of $10.00was offered for the apprehension and delivery on board this ship of Charles Walker (OS)
5145bc22a2fc8ee892000f49: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_095_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma washington ter
Lat 38.9, Long -77.0
5145bc22a2fc8ee892000f4b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_095_1.jpg)
3 May 1889
Eugene Dunkan (Lds) - Enlisted
Achilles - repairing ~ pump of "Achilles"
William Godber (Lds) - Enlisted for general service
5145bc22a2fc8ee892000f4d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_096_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma washington ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
5145bc22a2fc8ee892000f4f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_096_1.jpg)
4 May 1889
Daniel Berger (QM) - A Naval Summary Court Martial, consisting of Ensign R J Loez USN senior member, Ensigns E Simpson and ME Gorgas members and Asst Paymaster JD LOvell USN Recorder, met on board at 10.10 am for the trial of Daniel Berger, QM
Peter Foley (CH) - left the ship for the hospital in the city for treatment, having been transferred to the Hospital Mare Island but to remain in Hospital, Tacoma WT until able to undertake the trip
Bear - Hoisted the "Bear"
5145bc22a2fc8ee892000f51: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_097_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma washington ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
5145bc22a2fc8ee892000f53: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_097_1.jpg)
5 May 1889
Daniel Berger (QM) - The sentance of the Summary Court Martial in the case of Daniel Berger (QM), as follows: solitary confinement in single irons on bread and water, full rations every fifth day for fifteen days.
5145bc22a2fc8ee892000f55: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_098_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma washington ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
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6 May 1889
5145bc22a2fc8ee892000f59: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_099_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma washington ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
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7 May 1889
A Kaufman (OS) - absent without leave
5145bc22a2fc8ee892000f5d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_100_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma washington ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
5145bc22a2fc8ee892000f5f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_100_1.jpg)
8 May 1889
William W Blaine (Lds) - shipped . . for general service
5145bc22a2fc8ee892000f61: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_101_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma washington ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
5145bc22a2fc8ee892000f63: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_101_1.jpg)
9 May 1889
5145bc22a2fc8ee892000f65: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_102_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma washington ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
5145bc22a2fc8ee892000f67: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_102_1.jpg)
10 May 1889
H Ammerman (Lds) - declared deserter
Julian F Maton (Sea) - declared deserter
C Mitchell (OS) - declared deserter
A Kaufman (OS) - Issued a reward of $5.00 for the apprehension and delivery on board of A. Kaufman (OS)
5145bc23a2fc8ee892000f69: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_103_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma washington ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
5145bc23a2fc8ee892000f6b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_103_1.jpg)
11 May 1889
C Walker (OS) - declared deserter from the Naval Service
5145bc23a2fc8ee892000f6d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_104_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma washington ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
5145bc23a2fc8ee892000f6f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_104_1.jpg)
12 May 1889
A Kaufman (OS) - returned aboard 5 days overtime, dirty and sober.
5145bc23a2fc8ee892000f71: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_105_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma washington ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
5145bc23a2fc8ee892000f73: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_105_1.jpg)
13 May 1889
5145bc23a2fc8ee892000f75: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_106_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma washington ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
5145bc23a2fc8ee892000f77: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_106_1.jpg)
14 May 1889
5145bc23a2fc8ee892000f79: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_107_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma washington ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
5145bc23a2fc8ee892000f7b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_107_1.jpg)
15 May 1889
5145bc23a2fc8ee892000f7d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_108_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma w ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
5145bc23a2fc8ee892000f7f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_108_1.jpg)
16 May 1889
5145bc23a2fc8ee892000f81: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_109_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma washington ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
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17 May 1889
Wolcott - US Revenue Cutter "Wolcott" came in and ar 1.20 secured to the railroad wharf.
CE Sweeting (Ensign) - The medical officer held a medical survey on Ensign CE Sweeting and found him unfit for duty, the cause in the line of duty, and recommended his transfer to the Naval Hospital, Mare Island, California for treatment.
5145bc23a2fc8ee892000f85: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_110_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma w ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
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18 May 1889
CE Sweeting (Ensign) - Ensign CE Sweeting having been condemned by medical survey as being unfit for duty was transferred to Naval Hospital, Mare Island, Califonria for treatment and left the ship at 7.10. Ensign R Lopez left the ship under orders to accompany him to Mare Island.
RF Lopez (Ensign) - Ensign CE Sweeting having been condemned by medical survey as being unfit for duty was transferred to Naval Hospital, Mare Island, Califonria for treatment and left the ship at 7.10. Ensign R Lopez left the ship under orders to accompany him to Mare Island.
Wolcott - Revenue Cutter Wolcott left wharf and steamed out of the harbour
5145bc23a2fc8ee892000f89: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_111_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma w ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
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19 May 1889
5145bc23a2fc8ee892000f8d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_112_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma w ter
Lat 47.3, Long -77.0
5145bc23a2fc8ee892000f8f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_112_1.jpg)
20 May 1889
Daniel Berger (QM) - released from confinement and restored to duty, his term of confinement having expired.
J Birch (Sea) - given three months quarantine and three monthly monies stopped for disobedience of orders given by the master-at-arms.
5145bc23a2fc8ee892000f91: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_113_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma washington ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
5145bc23a2fc8ee892000f93: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_113_1.jpg)
21 May 1889
5145bc24a2fc8ee892000f95: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_114_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma w ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
5145bc24a2fc8ee892000f97: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_114_1.jpg)
22 May 1889
5145bc24a2fc8ee892000f99: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_115_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma washington ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
5145bc24a2fc8ee892000f9b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_115_1.jpg)
23 May 1889
JA Bell (ensign) - reported for duty on board this ship
5145bc24a2fc8ee892000f9d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_116_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma washington ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
5145bc24a2fc8ee892000f9f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_116_1.jpg)
24 May 1889
Peter Foley (CH) - Received information from the Fanny Paddock Hospital that Peter Foley C.H. Died at 3.00 o'clock
5145bc24a2fc8ee892000fa1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_117_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma washington ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
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25 May 1889
5145bc24a2fc8ee892000fa5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_118_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma w ter
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
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26 May 1889
Peter Foley (CH) - At 1.30 sent funeral party ashore in charge of Ensign MC Gorgas. The Commanding Officer, Ensign Simpson, Passed Asst Engineer Dunning left ship to attend funeral of Peter Foley C.H. Half masted colors when party left the ship.
5145bc24a2fc8ee892000fa9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_119_0.jpg)
at buoy tacoma washington ter and at sea to sitka alaska
Lat 47.3, Long -122.4
5145bc24a2fc8ee892000fab: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_119_1.jpg)
27 May 1889
steaming up puget sound
Lat 52.6, Long -128.5
5145bc24a2fc8ee892000fad: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_120_0.jpg)
making passage to sitka alaska
Lat 30.5, Long 117.1
5145bc24a2fc8ee892000faf: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_120_1.jpg)
28 May 1889
standing through georgia strait and disacovery passage during watch
Lat 50.2, Long -125.4
5145bc24a2fc8ee892000fb1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_121_0.jpg)
making passage to sitka alaska
Lat 30.5, Long 117.1
5145bc24a2fc8ee892000fb3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_121_1.jpg)
29 May 1889
steaming through fitz hugh sound until 310 when entered lama passage
Lat 51.5, Long -128.5
5145bc24a2fc8ee892000fb5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_122_0.jpg)
making passage to sitka alaska
Lat 30.5, Long 117.1
5145bc24a2fc8ee892000fb7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_122_1.jpg)
30 May 1889
standing in for port simpson harbor
Lat 53.3, Long 117.1
Santa Inez - communication with Steamer Santa Inez: bound south to San Francisco, put our mail on board
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at anchor port simpson making passage to sitka alaska
Lat 29.9, Long 32.6
5145bc24a2fc8ee892000fbb: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_123_1.jpg)
31 May 1889
port chester
Lat 22.4, Long -132.6
7.35 stopped ship off Fort Tongass and sent an Officer on shore to learn the condition of affairs, everything being satisfactory, the ship proceeded at 7.45
LOGS FOR JUNE 1889
5145bc24a2fc8ee892000fbd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_124_0.jpg)
making passage to sitka alaska
Lat 30.5, Long 117.1
5145bc24a2fc8ee892000fbf: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_124_1.jpg)
1 June 1889
steaming to westward through fredericks sound
Lat 56.5, Long -132.4
At 9.00 called all hands up anchor, the anchor picked up another anchor and it took till 10.45 to clear.
5145bc24a2fc8ee892000fc1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_125_0.jpg)
making passage to sitka alaska moored head and stern sitka alaska
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000fc3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_125_1.jpg)
2 June 1889
sitka harbor
Lat 57.0, Long 43.4
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000fc5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_126_0.jpg)
sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000fc7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_126_1.jpg)
3 June 1889
Commanding Officer paid an official visit on the Acting Governor of the Territory of Alaska
H Husig (1CF) - disrated to 2nd C F
N Mitchell - rated 1st CF
C Anderson (CH) - rated 2nd CF
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000fc9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_127_0.jpg)
sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000fcb: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_127_1.jpg)
4 June 1889
JM Cummingham (sea) - Placed JM Cummingham (sea) in confinement for safe keeping by order of Commanding Officer
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000fcd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_128_0.jpg)
sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000fcf: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_128_1.jpg)
5 June 1889
J Murphy (CFC) - Confined J Murphy (CFC) for safekeeping
coal: 400 tons -
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000fd1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_129_0.jpg)
sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000fd3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_129_1.jpg)
6 June 1889
BEAR - Hoisted "Bear"
J.Murphy ~, was released and restored to duty by order of Commanding Officer
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000fd5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_130_0.jpg)
sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000fd7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_130_1.jpg)
7 June 1889
Commanding Officer inspected the Marine Guard and Barracks ashore.
Sent working party ashore and bought off-and shipped port fish davit
Commanding Officer inspected the Marine Guard and Barracks ashore
At 5.20 sent liberty party ashore
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sitka alaska at sea
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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8 June 1889
vitskari isladn abeam distant one mile
Lat 52.1, Long 45.0
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000fdd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_132_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat -56.62, Long -139.08
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000fdf: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_132_1.jpg)
9 June 1889
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000fe1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_133_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat -56.27, Long -143.62
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000fe3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_133_1.jpg)
10 June 1889
Set clock back 19 minutes at 11.30am
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000fe5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_134_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat -55.52, Long -148.32
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000fe7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_134_1.jpg)
11 June 1889
Battened down chart room skylight.
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000fe9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_135_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat -54.60, Long -153.58
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000feb: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_135_1.jpg)
12 June 1889
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000fed: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_136_0.jpg)
Lat -53.60, Long -158.67
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000fef: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_136_1.jpg)
13 June 1889
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000ff1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_137_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat -53.33, Long -159.02
5145bc25a2fc8ee892000ff3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_137_1.jpg)
14 June 1889
5145bc26a2fc8ee892000ff5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_138_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat -53.12, Long -160.90
5145bc26a2fc8ee892000ff7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_138_1.jpg)
15 June 1889
5145bc26a2fc8ee892000ff9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_139_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat 53.75, Long -164.43
5145bc26a2fc8ee892000ffb: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_139_1.jpg)
16 June 1889
Sounding with Thompson's machine every hour.
5145bc26a2fc8ee892000ffd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_140_0.jpg)
at sea at anchor off ounalaska alaska
Lat 53.9, Long -166.5
5145bc26a2fc8ee892000fff: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_140_1.jpg)
17 June 1889
Rush - Found Revenue Cutter "Rush" and A. C. Cos Steamers "St Paul" & "Dorrie" and whaling bark "Ladago" in port
Ladago - Found Revenue Cutter "Rush" and A. C. Cos Steamers "St Paul" & "Dorrie" and whaling bark "Ladago" in port
Dorie - Found Revenue Cutter "Rush" and A. C. Cos Steamers "St Paul" & "Dorie" and whaling bark "Ladago" in port
St Paul - Found Revenue Cutter "Rush" and A. C. Cos Steamers "St Paul" & "Dorrie" and whaling bark "Ladago" in port
Rush - Boarding officer from "Rush" tendered usual offer of assistance & brought aboard mail for this vessel from "San Francisco" of date June 1st. At 6.00 "Rush" got underway from outer anchorage and steamed in and made fast to steamer "St Paul"
Dora - Steamer "Dora" came into harbor with bark in tow.
Estelle - Sent boarding officer to bark and learned following particulars viz: Bark "Estelle" master Avery. 34 days out from "San Francisco" cargo 600 tons of coal and part of "Yokan" steamer
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at anchor ounalaska alaska
Lat 53.9, Long -166.5
5145bc26a2fc8ee892001003: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_141_1.jpg)
18 June 1889
5145bc26a2fc8ee892001005: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_142_0.jpg)
at anchor ounalaska alaska
Lat 53.9, Long -166.5
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19 June 1889
5145bc26a2fc8ee892001009: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_143_0.jpg)
at anchor at wharf ounalaska alaska
Lat 53.9, Long -166.5
5145bc26a2fc8ee89200100b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_143_1.jpg)
20 June 1889
St Paul - Steamer "St Paul" hauled alongside this vessel
Bear - Hoisted out after davit of "Bear" for repair
coal: 51 tons 312 lbs -
coal: 47 tons 1069 lbs -
coal: 11 tons 846 lbs - daily total 109 tons 2227 lbs
coal: 109 tons 2227lbs - total for day
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at wharf ounalaska alaska
Lat 53.9, Long -166.5
5145bc26a2fc8ee89200100f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_144_1.jpg)
21 June 1889
coal: 12 tons -
coal: 147 tons 90 lbs - recevied a total of . .
coal: 147 tons 97 lbs -
5145bc26a2fc8ee892001011: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_145_0.jpg)
at anchor oumalaska alaska
Lat 53.9, Long -166.5
5145bc26a2fc8ee892001013: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_145_1.jpg)
22 June 1889
Turner - At 7.00am the schooner "Turner" & HSTWS "Krysser" came in and anchored
Krysser - At 7.00am the schooner "Turner" & HSTWS "Krysser" came in and anchored. Sent boarding officer to the "Krysser" with usual offers of courtesy
Krysser - Commanding Officer from the Russian Man-of-War "Krysser" paid an official visit to the Commanding Offficer of this ship
Bear - Revenue Cutter "Bear" arrived 12 days from San Francisco
5145bc26a2fc8ee892001015: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_146_0.jpg)
at anchor ounalaska
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
5145bc26a2fc8ee892001017: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_146_1.jpg)
23 June 1889
Bear - At 12USR~ Cutter "Bear" got underway and stood into inner harbor.
5145bc26a2fc8ee892001019: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_147_0.jpg)
at anchor ounalaska at sea
Lat 54.33, Long -167.00
5145bc26a2fc8ee89200101b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_147_1.jpg)
24 June 1889
At 7.00 hove up anchor and stood out of harbor.
Rush - T 9.30 Revenue Cutter "Rush": passed ahead of this vessel bound to northward
5145bc26a2fc8ee89200101d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_148_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat 56.67, Long -169.92
5145bc26a2fc8ee89200101f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_148_1.jpg)
25 June 1889
came to anchor off st paul island
Lat 57.1, Long -170.3
5145bc26a2fc8ee892001021: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_149_0.jpg)
at anchor st paul island
Lat 57.1, Long -170.3
5145bc26a2fc8ee892001023: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_149_1.jpg)
26 June 1889
Rush - At 11.35 the Revenue Cutter "Rush" came in and anchored.
5145bc26a2fc8ee892001025: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_150_0.jpg)
at anchor st paul island at sea
Lat 57.1, Long -170.3
5145bc27a2fc8ee892001027: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_150_1.jpg)
27 June 1889
5145bc27a2fc8ee892001029: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol008of024/vol008_151_0.jpg)
at sea at anchor st matthews island
Lat 60.4, Long -172.7
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28 June 1889
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at anchor st matthews island at sea
Lat 60.4, Long -172.7
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29 June 1889
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at sea
Lat 62.52, Long -172.88
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30 June 1889
LOGS FOR JULY 1889
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at sea at anchor port providence plover bay siberia
Lat 64.4, Long -173.3
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1 July 1889
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at anchor port providence plover bay siberia at sea at anchor indian point siberia
Lat , Long
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2 July 1889
Wire of sounding machine parted at the splice. Expended one 25 lb weight and one tube case.
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at sea
Lat 65.87, Long -169.45
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3 July 1889
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at sea
Lat , Long
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4 July 1889
point hope
Lat 68.3, Long -166.8
At 8.30 entered the ice
Remained in the ice, the Commanding Officer conning, until 11.06 when the ship came to anchor off Point Hope
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at anchor point hope at sea
Lat 68.3, Long -166.8
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5 July 1889
Received on board the following seamen for transportation south . . . . from wrecked Little Ohio
At 12.15 entered the ice
At 12.44 stopped the ship and lowered dinghy to bring off a polar bear shot by the officers.
at 1.40 left the ice
Sun visible latter two hours of watch above horizon at midnight.
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at sea
Lat 66.13, Long -168.65
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6 July 1889
at 3pm entered heavy drift ice and slowed to one bell sounding fog whistle occassionally
at 1.15 a mirage to southward and eastward showed ice and land
Steaming through ice under 1 bell until 5.00 then clearning ice.
Steaming through floating ice
steaming slowly through floating ice
entered heavy drift ice
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at sea
Lat 64.50, Long -166.75
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7 July 1889
Much refraction and mirage in horizon
JP Cooke (BM) - reported the expiration of his term of enlistment.
Captain took con to avoid larger ice floes
Cloudy with fog over the ice
Going under one bell as soon as ship struck the cake of ice. Left the ice at 6.29
at 7.00 slowed down for more floe ice
Passing through floating ice
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at anchor st michael
Lat 63.5, Long -162.0
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8 July 1889
norton sound
Lat 51.2, Long -127.8
Dora - Found the "St Paul", the "Dora" and two small ~ river steamers at anchor.
St Paul - Found the "St Paul", the "Dora" and two small ~ river steamers at anchor.
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at anchor st michael
Lat 63.5, Long -162.0
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9 July 1889
Navigator left ship to get error of chronometer from chronometer of Alaska. Bounding survey in party ashore.
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at sea
Lat , Long
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10 July 1889
egg island
Lat 51.2, Long -127.8
Dora - At 8.00 ttransferred Edward Maisan (Machinist) and Anton Rodriguiz (Sea) both of the wrecked "Little Ohio" to the Alaska Commercial Cos steamer "Dora" for passage to San Francisco
Passed a little ice during watch
At 9.45 entered flow ice
at 11.54 got clear of the ice
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at sea at anchor port clarence
Lat 65.2, Long -166.7
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11 July 1889
at 215 anchored in port clarence
Lat 65.2, Long -166.7
Ship steaming until 2am in between shore and edge of ice pack, passing through a few floes at 2am. Noticed heavy ice field along southern horizon from 2 til 3.30 am. Well define mirage in horizon all watch.
Steaming through floating ice
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at anchor port clarence
Lat 65.2, Long -166.7
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12 July 1889
John Winthorp - At 9.00 got underway and went alongside of the coaling vessel Joh Winthrop.
coal: 7 tons 2129 lbs - from coaling ship
coal: 25 803/2240 tons -
coal: 14 tons 1160 lbs -
coal: 10 tons 680 lbs -
coal: 10 tons 2027 lbs - from coaling ship - total 80 tons 389 lbs for the day
coal: 80 tons 389 lbs - for the day
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at anchor port clarence
Lat 65.2, Long -166.7
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13 July 1889
coal: 14 tons 1125 lbs -
coal: 25 tons 115 lbs -
coal: 19 tons 866 lbs -
coal: 10 tons 1089 lbs -
coal: 6 tons 640 lbs -
coal: 10 tons 1281 lbs -
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at anchor port clarence
Lat 65.2, Long -166.7
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14 July 1889
Norway - At 1.00 schooner "Norway" got underway and stood out to sea
Natives visiting ship
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at anchor port clarence
Lat 65.2, Long -166.7
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15 July 1889
coal: 8 tons -
coal: 17 1361/2240 tons -
coal: 14 tons -
coal: 2 tons -
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at anchor port clarence
Lat 65.2, Long -166.7
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16 July 1889
Northern Light - The "Northern Light" got underway and went out.
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at anchor port clarence
Lat 65.2, Long -166.7
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17 July 1889
Hunter - Bark Hunter got underway and stood out of harbor at 11am
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at anchor port clarence at sea
Lat 65.2, Long -166.7
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18 July 1889
Jennie Freeman - At 10.40 the steam whaler "Jennie Freeman" went to sea.
John Winthorp - Transferred A Bradcroft - a passenger from the lost Ohio (No 2) to the bark John ~ Winthorp - for passafw ro San Francisco.
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at sea
Lat 64.22, Long -169.03
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19 July 1889
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at sea
Lat 64.33, Long -170.60
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20 July 1889
Sent Ensign Simpson ashore to learn if natives had seen anything of ship "America" They reported having seen no white men not vessel.
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at sea at anchor cape prince of wales at sea
Lat 53.4, Long -3.0
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21 July 1889
Natives visiting the ship
About 100 natives visitng ship
walrus - 1 dead
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At sea, at anchor Kotzebue Sound
kotzebue sound
Lat 66.92, Long -164.25
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22 July 1889
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at anchor kotzebue sound
Lat 66.5, Long -162.8
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23 July 1889
at 9.30 Commanding Officer left ship to visit village in Hotham Inlet
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at anchor kotzebue sound at sea
Lat 66.5, Long -162.8
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24 July 1889
Mid to 4 am. Cloudy. Light airs from NNE, falling calm and hauling to NE. Barometer steady.
4 to 8 am. Cloudy but pleasant. Falling barometer. Light airs from SW.
8 am to merid. Cloudy but pleasant. Gentle to moderate breeze from West. Barometer steady.
Merid to 4 pm. Overcast and misty. Gentle to moderate breeze from West. Barometer falling first hour then steady. At 1.00 got underway. At 3.15 lost sight of Cape Blossom on starboard quarter. Land in sight on starboard beam at end of watch.
4 to 6 pm. Overcast. Misty over the land. Moderate to gentle breeze from West. Barometer steady. Land on starboard side at end of watch from NW 1/2 N to NE x N.
6 to 8 pm. Overcast, misty around horizon and over land. Light West breeze, smooth sea. Steady barometer. At 8.00 Cape Livingston bore N x W.
8 pm to mid. Overcast and foggy. Light breeze from West. Barometer steady. Steaming out of Kotzebue Sound. Cape Livingston shut in by fog at 8.30, bearing 1/2 point starboard beam.
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at sea at anchor
Lat 68.10, Long -166.40
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25 July 1889
Passing numerous pieces of driftwood during watch
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at anchor at sea
Lat 38.5, Long -28.6
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26 July 1889
point hope
Lat 68.9, Long -166.2
MC Gorgas - Sent Ensign Gorgas and Mr Kelly ashore to enquire of the natives the movements of the whaling fleet and ice.
At 6.55 sighted floating ice ahead.
Passing through scattering pieces of drift ice last hour and at end of watch floe of heavy ice on port bow and beam about 2 miles distant.
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at sea at anchor
Lat , Long
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27 July 1889
cape lisburne
Lat 68.9, Long -166.2
Ice flows inshore of ship close to beach
Passed heavy cakes of drift ice at 3.30
much drift ice on port bow and beam
Land on stbd beam and astern with ice near the shore
At 6.45 changed course . . . to avoid ice
Passed large ice floe during watch
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at sea
Lat 70.60, Long -161.17
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28 July 1889
scattering pieces of ice around during watch
Helen Mar - Stood towards the whaler "Helen Mar"
Smooth sea with occassional small ice floes
Andrew Hicks - stood for whaler "Andrew Hicks"
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at sea at anchor
Lat , Long
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29 July 1889
point barrow
Lat 71.3, Long -156.8
At 3.15 ran into heavy field ice
At 4.20 worked clear of ice
Grampus - Found Revenue Cutter "Bear" and steam whalers "Grampus" "Orca" and "Narwhal" at anchor off Cape Smith
Orca - Found Revenue Cutter "Bear" and steam whalers "Grampus" "Orca" and "Narwhal" at anchor off Cape Smith
Bear - Found Revenue Cutter "Bear" and steam whalers "Grampus" "Orca" and "Narwhal" at anchor off Cape Smith
Narwhal - Found Revenue Cutter "Bear" and steam whalers "Grampus" "Orca" and "Narwhal" at anchor off Cape Smith
Freeman - sighted steam whaler "Freeman"
Ice in sight along western horizon
MC Gorgas - At 9.00 sent starboard watch in charge of Ensign Gorgas in 1st steam launch and 1st whaleboat to assist USR~S "Bear" to get material for life saving station ashore.
Bear - At 9.00 sent starboard watch in charge of Ensign Gorgas in 1st steam launch and 1st whaleboat to assist USR~S "Bear" to get material for life saving station ashore.
Wanderer - At 9pm the "Wanderer" came up from southward in tow of the "Beluga"
Beluga - At 9pm the "Wanderer" came up from southward in tow of the "Beluga"
Revenue Cutter Bear -
LOG BOOK – JULY 30th 1889 TO FEBRUARY 4th 1890
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Recd March 21, 1890
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Log book of the USS Thetis, commanded by Lieut Commander CH Stockton, commencing 30th July, 1889, at Cape Smyth, Alaska, ending 4th February 1890 at Navy Yard, Mare Island, California
CH Stockton (Lieut Commander) - Commanded by Chas H Stockton, Lieut Commander, US Navy
Commencing 30th July, 1889 at Cape Smyth NW Alaska, and ending 4th February, 2890, at Navy Yard, Mare Island, California
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List of Officers attached to and on board of the USS Thetis, commanded by Lieut Commander CH Stockton during the period covered by this log-book from July 30th 1889 to 4th February 1890
CH Stockton (Lieut Commander) - List of officers
AP Osborn (Lieut) - List of officers
JA Bell (ensign) - List of officers
RF Lopez (Ensign) - List of officers
E Simpson - List of officers
MC Gorgas - List of officers
R Welles - List of officers
WB Dunning (PA Engineer) - List of officers
JQ Lovell (Asst Paymaster) - List of officers
GB Wilson (Asst Surgeon) - List of officers
J Downes (Lieutenant) - List of officers
GH Danfeld (Lt Jr Grade) - List of officers
JJ Blandin (ensign) - List of officers
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List of officers who have died, been detached or transferred on board of USS Thetis 3rd rate, commanded by Lieutenant Commander CH Stockton during the period covered by this log-book from July 30th 1889 to 4th February 1890
Roger Welles (ensign) - 30th Jan '90 Expiration of 3 years cruise
E Simpson (ensign) - 31th Jan '90 Expiration of 3 years cruise
MC Gorgas (Ensign) - 1st Feb '90 Expiration of 3 years cruise
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Complement of Petty officers, Seamen, Ordinary Seamen, Landsmen, Boys, and Marines on board of the USS Thetis 3rd rate
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USS Thetis 3rd rate Description of Instruments used for Meteorological Observations and their location, &c
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Armament of the USS Thetis 3rd rate
Primary
Secondary
Boat armament
Small Arms
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tables of deviation of the Standard compass N° 13859 on board of USS Thetis 3rd rate
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at anchor cape smythe
Lat 71.3, Long -156.8
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30 July 1889
Bear - Working party ashore and on USRS "Bear" discharging coal and provisions for Refuge Station
Narwhal - At 11.30 steamer "Narwhal" got underway and steamed to Northward
USR Cutter Bear -
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at anchor cape smythe
Lat 71.3, Long -156.8
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31 July 1889
ice in sight to westward
Beluga - The whaling steamers "Beluga" + Grampus got underway and stood to the northward and eastward.
Bear - At 6.00 sent starboard watch to assist in landing stores from USRS "Bear"
Grampus - The whaling steamers "Beluga" + Grampus got underway and stood to the northward and eastward.
Sent carpenters party ashore to assist in erecting House of Refuge
Reindeer - Barks "Reindeer" and "Hunter" came in from southward and anchored.
Hunter - Barks "Reindeer" and "Hunter" came in from southward and anchored.
Ocean - Barks "Sea Breeze" & "Ocean" and another bark and schooner beating up to this anchorage.
Sea Breeze - Barks "Sea Breeze" & "Ocean" and another bark and schooner beating up to this anchorage.
USRS Bear -
LOGS FOR AUGUST 1889
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at anchor cape smythe
Lat 71.3, Long -156.8
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1 August 1889
Thrasher - At 2.00 steamer "Thrasher" came in from southward and anchored inshore of this vessel and commenced discharging cord wood for the Refuge Station
Ice in sight to westward
Helen Mar - At 11.45 the bark "Helen Mar" got underway and stood to the eastward.
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at anchor cape smythe
Lat 71.3, Long -156.8
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2 August 1889
Floating ice coming from south
Thrasher - The "Thrasher" got underway and steamed off eastward.
Heavy pieces of drift ice passing to northward inshore this vessel.
James Allen - Bark "James Allen" shipped her port chain to clear cake ice which was dragging her anchor
Much drift ice passing both sides but not close to ship to westward. Ice in sight from SSW to North from masthead.
Bear - The "Bear" shifted anchorage nearer in shore
Sent carpenters mate & blacksmith ashore with the executive officer of the "Bear" to be prepared to work on Refuge Station house should the ship happen to get underway.
Ice in sight from SW to North, mainly drift ice & on horizon
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at anchor cape smythe
Lat 71.3, Long -156.8
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3 August 1889
Ice in sight on horizon from SW 1/2 to NW
Sent carpenters gang ashore to work at Refuge Station
Drift ice to the westward passing to the northward.
RF Lopez (Ensign) - At 8.45 steam launch with dinghy in tow left the ship to go to the shooting station, Ensign Lopez in charge.
Main body of ice bearing from WSW (pc) to WNW (pc)
lieut commander C. H. stockton - commander of the ship
rogu wellis - ensign, writer of entry.
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at anchor cape smythe
Lat 71.3, Long -156.8
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4 August 1889
Ice in sight from SW (pc) to North
At 7am sent carpenter's gang on shore.
Ice blink in sight from north to SW
Ice in sight from masthead from SW (pc) to NNW (pc)
Sea Breeze - Ar 3.00 Bark "Sea Breeze" came in from Point Barrow and anchored off our starboard quarter.
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at anchor cape smyth
Lat 71.3, Long -156.8
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5 August 1889
sent carpenter's gang and painter ashore at 7am to work on Refuge Station
James Allen - The whaler "James Allen" came from the northward and anchored ahead of this ship.
Ice blink in sight from deck to westward and northward
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at anchor cape smythe
Lat 71.3, Long -156.8
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6 August 1889
Ice in sight from deck to WSW (pc) and blink from the quarter around horizon to northward.
E Edwards (Oiler) - reported the term of his enlistment expired today
James Allen - At 3.45 the "James Allen" got underway and stood to the westward
Sea Breeze - Bark "Sea Breeze" got underway and stood to wastward
Ice blink to northward and ice to NW
Ice in sight from deck to WSW (pc) and thick from that quarter around horizon to Northward.
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at anchor cape smythe
Lat 71.3, Long -156.8
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7 August 1889
Bounding Billow - Loaned 3 sets of hand and leg irons to bark "Bounding Billows"
Ice in sight from masthead from SW to Northward
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at anchor cape smythe at sea
Lat 71.3, Long -156.8
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8 August 1889
Ice in sight from west to north from deck.
At 7.00 sent working party on shore.
Ice in sight from north to west
Ice in sight on western horizon in the mirage.
At 9.07 entered ice floe steaming through ice for rest of watch, changing course when necessary to avoid ice.
entered ice floe
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at sea
Lat 70.97, Long -152.12
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9 August 1889
~ through scattered floe ice during watch
Conning ship trhough drift ice - avoiding large floes. Mirage around horizon.
Steaming to the eastward through scattering floe ice
A very distinct and clear sun dog with two eccentric semi-circles of light one true sun and one false sun on each side of the true sun, visible from 10.00 to meridian
Steaming through ice floe during watch
Steaming through leads in floe ice, getting thick towards end of watch.
Ship steaming through heavy ice
Remarkable mirage around horizon.
Commanding officer conning ship through ice from fore top. The first two hours ship passed though heavy floes of hummock ice, the last two hours the ship heading towards land through light scattering ice
Remarkable mirage around horizon.
heavy floes of hummock ice
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at sea at anchor
Lat , Long
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10 August 1889
return reef
Lat 70.5, Long -148.9
Steaming through ice floe
At 3.00 saw about six tents on beach about one ~ forward beam.
Steaming though scattered flow ice
Ice thicker about 8 miles to northward
Balaona - At 7.40 stopped the engines and a boat from steamer "Balaona" came alongside.
Heavy ice around ship after 10 am
Steaming through scattering ice floes and some heavy hummocky ice
Beluga - Came to anchor near "Beluga"
turned over the engines to clear heavy cake of drift ice
Heavy drift ice to northward and westward
Beluga - At 9.20 steamer "Beluga" tied up to a large ice flow NNE of this vessel.
Much heavy ice coming in from SW. Large floe grounding near this vessel, At 10.35 as ship was swinging out a large grounded floe hove up anchor and stood to northward
Ice thicker about 8 miles to Northward
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at anchor off cross island midway group
Lat 70.45, Long -147.85
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11 August 1889
At 12.20 completed making the ship fast to a heavy hummocky grounded ice floe. with two haws lines, one to ice anchor and the other to hummock.
D Berger - A floating cake of ice struck the rudder, causing the wheel to revolve which struck the quartermaster, D Berger, knocking him down. He sustained no serious injury.
At 8.05 ice shutting in heavy around ship, cast off from ice floe, worked around grounded cake and as of 8.50 anchored in six fathoms water
Heavy floe ice drifting to the northward and eastward
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at anchor off cross island midway group at sea
Lat 70.42, Long -147.05
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12 August 1889
Much drift ice passing ship to Westward. Open water visible in ice from SW (pc) to NW (pc) by way of north. Fires banked. Ice heavy to eastward and south.
Beluga - At 4.50 the steam whaler "Beluga" got underway
stood to the northward and eastward through scattering floes of hummocky ice
At 9.30 stopped by ice, secured to grounded ice with ice anchor and a line around ice hummock.
Beluga - The "Beluga" secured off our starboard quarter
Beluga - At 4.20 steamer "Beluga" got underway and stood along lead in ice
At 4.20 steamer "Beluga" got underway and stood along lead in ice. At 4.20 cast off from ice floe and followed her. At 5.10 "Beluga" stopped for heavy ice floes across lead: this vessel passed her and forced way through ice floes. Thence steaming general SE (pc) course, working through heavy ice, following leads as much as possible and ramming ice occassionally. At 6 entered more open water. "Beluga" still in the ice.
Steaming though open water with light scatterring ice
Working though ice floe to eastward
working through heavy ice
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at anchor off cross island midway group at sea at anchor camden bay
Lat 70.30, Long -146.17
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13 August 1889
Steaming slowly on general course E by N (pc) through heavy drifting floe ice until 12.20 when secured to grounded floe in 7 fathoms water, with line to ice anchor on port bow and ~ of a line to hummock on starboard bow. At 1.00 floe ice swung in from port quarter under the stern when let go from ice and at 2.25 worked clear. At 2.55 secured to another grounded cake in 6 1/4 fathoms about 1/4 mile to southward with two tow lines to ice anchor.
At 4.20 ice anchor dragged and ship drifted from floe. Steamed back to ice floe and made fast with ice anchor. Heavy ice floes drifting past ship to the west (pc). At 7.20 cast off from floe and stood eastward through heavy field ice, floes being so close as to necessitate frequent ramming.
Steaming through light scattering ice first and last part of watch with some very heavy hummochkyfloes during the middle of the watch, which caused some ramming necessary.
Ensign Simpson returned aboard and reported 2 fathoms over the bar & inside Barter Island Spit. Also that the rendevouz ashore was abandoned, there being evidence of the natives having left this morning.
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at anchor off village camden bay
Lat 70.17, Long -143.67
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14 August 1889
Beluga - At 4.20 got underway in company with the "Beluga"
running through scattering drift ice
At 11.40 sighted native canoe and near them on a sand spit, native tents.
The ship drifting, going ahead or astern occassionally to keep clear of ice
William Lewis - The following steam whaters came in from the Eastward and their Commanding Officers came on board, viz: "Narwhal" "William Lewis" "Jessie Freeman" and "Luanetia" reporting the ocean free of ice to the Eastward and that they had been as far as the McKenzie river.
Narwhal - The following steam whaters came in from the Eastward and their Commanding Officers came on board, viz: "Narwhal" "William Lewis" "Jessie Freeman" and "Luanetia" reporting the ocean free of ice to the Eastward and that they had been as far as the McKenzie river.
Luanetia - The following steam whaters came in from the Eastward and their Commanding Officers came on board, viz: "Narwhal" "William Lewis" "Jessie Freeman" and "Luanetia" reporting the ocean free of ice to the Eastward and that they had been as far as the McKenzie river.
Jessie Freeman - The following steam whaters came in from the Eastward and their Commanding Officers came on board, viz: "Narwhal" "William Lewis" "Jessie Freeman" and "Luanetia" reporting the ocean free of ice to the Eastward and that they had been as far as the McKenzie river.
The following steam whaters came in from the Eastward and their Commanding Officers came on board, viz: "Narwhal" "William Lewis" "Jessie Freeman" and "Luanetia" reporting the ocean free of ice to the Eastward and that they had been as far as the McKenzie river.
Drifting in ice floes, going ahead one bell occassionally to clear ice cakes.
Grampus - "Grampus" in sight to East
At 8.20 hoisted out the whaleboat belonging to passenger J Tuchfield and he and the Esquimaux left the ship in her.
At 11.45 headed in SE by E for shore as ice was very heavy ahead.
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at sea at anchor off herschel island
Lat 69.63, Long -139.58
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15 August 1889
Steaming in Beaufort Bay through scattering ice floes.
Steaming through scattering pieces of heavy floe ice along the shore in from 10 1/2 to 7 fathoms water.
Heavy ice drifting by ship to Eastward occassionally striking chain and bow.
Beluga - At 2.30 "Beluga" came in and tied up to an ice floe.
Executive Officer went ashore and put up a board with "USS Thetis" August 15th 1889 in brass letters on it.
Steaming around northern end of Herschel Island through scattered heavy floe ice.
Orca - Found steamers "Orca" and "~" at anchor
Natives from McKenzie River visiting the ship.
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at sea at anchor off herschel island
Lat 69.6, Long -139.1
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16 August 1889
At 5.10 Ensign Welles with 3rd whale-boat left the ship to survey passage between Herschel Island and main land.
Ensign Lopez left ship to survey passage between Hershel Island and main land. At 9.45 Ensign Simpson left ship to sound in ~ on NE side of Herschel Island.
At 3.00 worked clear of drift ice with clear water from SW by W (pc)
At 3.30 threw overboard a block of hardwood (2ft - 9 in x 4 in) marked [{drawing of star in a circle} THETIS AUGUST 16 FOR DRIFT 1889] containing in a tin case a letter to be forwarded to the nearest Navy Department Hydrographic Office or the Commanding Officer of the "Thetis" by the finder.
Ocean clear of ice to the northward & westward. Light scattering ice in shore.
Sea comparatively clear of ice until 10.00 when entered ice floe.
At 3.30 threw over board a block of hard wood (2ft x 9in x 4in) marked * THETIS AUGUST 16 FOR DRIFT 1889 containing in a tin case a letter to be forwarded to the Navy Department nearest Hydrographic Office, or the Commanding Officer of the Thetis by the finder. Ship's position at the time:- SE Bluff of Herschel Island bearing S 7/8 W (mag) NW Bluff Herschel Island SW 1/2 S (mag) and sounded in 80 fathoms water.
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by bearings ashore
Lat 70.13, Long -144.87
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17 August 1889
Steaming on course from SW ~ (pc) to Wes (PC) through scattered floe ice, getting heavier and thicker last hour of watch. Thin skin of young ice formed during last hour.
Noticed thin young ice in patches occassionally till 7 am
At 12.00 put over floar, marked [USS THETIS AUG 17 FOR DRIFT] containing a letter to be forwarded to the Navy Department, the nearest Hydrographic office or the Commanding Officer of this ship by the finder.
Steaming through ice floe
Steaming through field ice quite thick at time
Steaming on general course WSW 1/2W (PC) through drift ice, ice becoming lighter and more open towsrds 8pm
Scattering floes of ice, but towards end of watch passed come very heavy floes of hummocky ice.
passed some very heavy floes of hummocky ice
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anchored to ice at sea
Lat 70.65, Long -149.97
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18 August 1889
At 12.30 anchored to ice berg grounded in 7 fathoms water.
Lost ice auger overboard.
Current noticed as ship passed grounded ice flow. Ice scattering. Steaming through leads till 9am.
At noon threw overboard a piece of wood (18 inches x 9 inches x 3 inches) marked as follows [USS THETIS AUG 18 FOR DRIFT 1889]
Ice to northward and eastward
Ice all along starboard beam
At 5.00 entered ice floe
Steaming through leads between heavy ice floes closely packed, ramming occassionally
At end of watch, heavy ice on starboard bow & clear water inshore
Steaming through heavy ice floes till 9.00 when entered open water
At 11.20 entered ice again and began working through leads
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by bearings on shore
Lat 71.33, Long -155.07
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19 August 1889
Steaming through scattering ice
Steaming through leads in very heavy floe ice on course from W by S (PC) to WSW 1/2W (pc) occassionally had to force through ice to get to leadsAt end of watch ice a little more open & southward. Heavy pack ice close along the starboard side & ahead.
Course WSW 3/4W till 12.45 when began trying to find lead to westward and not succeeding. Tried to go to eastward and found leads closed except to southward when we ran into 3 1/2 fathoms and then stood out to northward and made fast to a floe in the center of a lake formed bu the main pack and shore. As this floe was not grounded steamed up to the main pack and tied up to it with both ice anchors at 3.00
At 12.10 threw float overboard 18"x9"x3" in dimensions marked [USS THETIS AUG 19 FOR DRIFT 1889] and containing a paper as follows; requesting the finder forward it to the Navy Department, the nearest hydrographic office or the Commanding Officer of this ship.
At 10.15 a heavy cake of ice setting to the SW close across our stern ~ moorings from ice and during remainder of watch working ship to make fast to same floe close inshore. Floe ice to eastward setting of SW (PC). A floe to the southward setting north (PC) and the ice inshore setting ESE (pc) comparatively open water to beach bearing SSE (pc). Strong ice blink to Northward.
Heavy pack ice close along the starboard side
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anchored to ice
Lat 71.25, Long 7.2
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20 August 1889
At 12.30 tied up with port ice anchor to main peak and noticed drift ce was setting to the West (pc). At 2.15 got underway as an ice floe was setting dow0n on us, after trying several floes, returned to main pack to westward of place we had left and tied up at 3.25. Land in sight to SW. Ice pack from East to West by way of North (pc). Water sky to Southward from East to West (pc). Drift ice in shore from ship.
Ice packed in all directions from us. Floating ice setting WSW (pc).
ice shutting in from SE, let go moorings and worked through drift ice about 2 miles NE by E (pc) and made fast in a bay in the pack with one line to an ice anchor.
At end of watch the pack to which the ship is secured is setting NW (pc) about 30 yeards an hour.
At 5 pm cast off from ice floe and steamed through lead to Southward, as a heavy ice field was shutting in on us, and made fast at 5.45 to a floe onn the main pack. Losse ice is setting to westward.
The cie floe to which the ship is made fast drifting during the watch at the rate of about 200 feet an hour to teh SW and opening up leads on all sides.
From 8 to 9.30 anchored to a large cake which was setting to WSW (pc). At 9.30 cast off and steamed to northward & eastward and made fast to ice in main pack. Loose ice setting to WSW (pc).
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anchored to ice
Lat 43.7, Long 7.2
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21 August 1889
Anchored to ice pack with ice anchor on starboard bow. Drift ice setting sw. At 3.25 pack to which wessel is moored commenced drifting SW (pc) about 40 yards an hour.
At 6.20 cast off from ice floe and steamed through leads to WSW (pc)
Working ship through leads on a general SW (pc) course, Commanding Ofiicer conning. Frp, 8.40 to 9.40 trying to break through from one lead to another by ramming but grounded ice prevented and ~ ~ to back out and go through another lead. At 10.40 made fast to high floe with starboard ice anchor. The ship drifting with the ice toward W by S (pc) about 200 feet per hour.
Anchored to large hummock and drifting to W by S (pc). At 2.20 commenced to drift to NW by W (pc). Cast off and stood in for lead bearing about SW from us. Strong ice blink from ENE (pc) to WNW (pc) by way of north.
Worked under steam around ice floe and at 4.30 secured with two ice anchors to floe about 400 yards to SW of last anchorage.
A party of natives from the Eastward visiting the ship.
Ice all about horizon. Floes moving to westward.
Ice all around horizon.
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anchored to ice
Lat 43.7, Long 7.2
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22 August 1889
At 6.40 the floe to the westward setting towards the vessel, shifted ~ about 100 yards to the westward and secured with two ice anchors. Ice drifting SE narrowing the hole astern at the end of the watch. Drift ice in starboard quarter setting SW.
Loose ice setting SW (pc) and closing in astern of ship and shutting entrance more firmly to large lead to SW. At 11.40 cast off from ice & tried to force way to Westward (pc) to the larger lead to the SW, as an arm of the latter lead nearby connected with a series of small open spaces west from the ship. At noon the ship stopped about a ship's length from the main lead by a piece of very heavy ice.
Working ship with engines and lines to ice anchors during the whole watch , trying to break through into a larger lead to the Southward. Ice a good deal broken around ship but solid between ship and lead.
Trying to break through into lead to Southward. At 5.15 succeeded in getting through. Made fast to hummock in pack.
Drift ice to southward setting NW (pc) Floe to which vessel is moored swinging to the eastward.
Ship drifting eith ice floe to ENE (pc) at rate of one fathom a minute. Loose ice passing ship to Westward. The ice floe to which ship is attached changed in azimuth from ENE to NNE between 8 & 10 pm. . . Ice floe breaking up to westward and inshore of ship.
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anchored to ice
Lat 71.27, Long -155.47
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23 August 1889
Commanding Office conning through the ice which was broken but thick
At 2.40 worked engines to clear ship of ice
Drift ice setting with the wind. At end of watch no apparant movement to the heavy ice floe to the Westward.
Ice floes drifting to leeward with the wind.
Natives visiting ship. After their boat had left, one of their number was found on board.
Ice drifting to the WSW (pc). At 5.50 worked engines to clear ship of a large floe of ice.
At 6.19 got underway and stood to westward working through ice floe.
From 8 until 11.30 attempted to work ship out of a hole into a clear lead about 100 yards ahead. Did not succeed and at 11.30 moored ship with two quarter lines to ice anchors.
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at anchor at sea at anchor off point barrow
Lat 71.4, Long -156.5
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24 August 1889
No motion to ice around ship
At 5.20 commenced to work ship to get into large lead ahead. At end of watch nearly through.
Working through ice to Point Barrow
Steaming through heavy broken floe ice for Point Barrow
Heavy floe ice setting around Point Barrow and aft to SW (pc). Open water to the southward.
Heavy ice passing to westward around Point Barrow and then off to SW (pc)
Grampus - The "Freeman" "Grampus" and "Narwhal" coming in to anchorage off Point Barrow
Narwhal - The "Freeman" "Grampus" and "Narwhal" coming in to anchorage off Point Barrow
Ice in sight to northward and eastward
Freeman - The "Freeman" "Grampus" and "Narwhal" coming in to anchorage off Point Barrow
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at anchor off point barrow
Lat 71.4, Long -156.5
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25 August 1889
Heavy floe ice setting around Point Barrow and off to SW (pc). Ice in sight from the deck from Pt Barrow to W by S (pc).
Ice passing from Eastward around Point Barrow then setting off SW (pc).
Ice setting to the Southward and Westward (pc)
Ice setting to SW (pc) from around Point Barrow
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at anchor off point barrow
Lat 71.4, Long -156.5
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26 August 1889
Small pices of drift ice setting around Point Barrow & aft to SSW.
Ice drifting to westward from around Point Barrow. Current setting small pieces if ice near the shore, up to the northward.
Nicoline - At 10.50, one of the "Narwahl" whaleboats which had come up from Cape Smythe Station, came alongside and reported that the schooner "Nicoline" Captain Herendeen, from San Francisco to the Mackenzie river was anchored off the Refuge Station. This ship received mail from the schooner.
Drift ice to the northward setting to the westward.
Ice setting to the westward from around Point Barrow
5145bc2ca2fc8ee892001131: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_035_0.jpg)
at anchor off point barrow
Lat 71.4, Long -156.5
5145bc2ca2fc8ee892001133: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_035_1.jpg)
27 August 1889
Lucretia - At 10.00 the steamer "Lucretia" came in from the eastward and anchored inshore of this vessel
Drift ice setting around Point Barrow and off to SW (pc) occassional pieces setting in towards this vessel.
Thomas - At 11.30 schooner "Thomas" shifted her berth closer inshore.
JE Cherry (boilermaker) - JE Cherry (boilermaker) reported the expiration of his term of enlistment today.
At 11.50 observed an aurora in the shape of a narrow arch of pale green light bearing from ESE (pc) to WSW (pc) and about 15o high at the center, lasting about 3 minutes.
5145bc2ca2fc8ee892001135: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_036_0.jpg)
at anchor off point barrow
Lat 71.4, Long -156.5
5145bc2ca2fc8ee892001137: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_036_1.jpg)
28 August 1889
At 12.10 to 12.50 a display of Aurora Borealis took place at frequent intervals and consisted of a series of arches of narrow bands of light to southward of ship, of altitude from 15o to 60o extending in an east and west direction per compass. Light of pale straw color. At 12.50 the Eastern end of upper arch broadened into a wide arch of drifting light and the arch was rainbow colored from straw to dark red
Freeman - At 3.20 athe Freeman got underway and stood to northward & eastward.
Beluga - At 4.00 the Beluga passed this vessel bound from Eastward.
Very little ice in sight and that setting SW (pc)
Balona - At 4.45 the steam whaler "Balona" got underway and stood to the Eastward.
William Lewis - at 6.30 the "William Lewis" came in from the Eastward and anchored off the Point.
Lucretia - At 11.00 the "Lucretia" got underway and stood off to Naorthward and Eastward.
Nicolini - Schooner "Nicolini" came up frommm Cape Smith and at 2.00 anchored inshore of this vessel.
5145bc2ca2fc8ee892001139: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_037_0.jpg)
at anchor off point barrow
Lat 71.4, Long -156.5
5145bc2da2fc8ee89200113b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_037_1.jpg)
29 August 1889
Scattering pieces of drift ice setting SW (pc)
Alton - the schooners "La Ninfa" & "Alton" got underway and stood off to the Northward & eastward.
La Ninfa - the schooners "La Ninfa" & "alton" got underway and stood off to the Northward & eastward.
5145bc2da2fc8ee89200113d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_038_0.jpg)
at anchor off point barrow
Lat 71.4, Long -156.5
5145bc2da2fc8ee89200113f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_038_1.jpg)
30 August 1889
Belvedere - At 3.50 steamer "Belvedere" got underway & stood to the Eastward.
Scattering ice setting to the Southward & Westward.
At 10.08 got underway & stood down to Cape Smyth
A few pieces of drift ice to Westward.
No large ice in sight.
No ice in sight.
No large ice in sight.
5145bc2da2fc8ee892001141: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_039_0.jpg)
at anchor off point barrow at sea
Lat 71.4, Long -156.5
5145bc2da2fc8ee892001143: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_039_1.jpg)
31 August 1889
Began breaking out stores to send ashore to Relief Station.
Sent 1st & 2nd whaleboats ashore at 8.45 to send the following stores for the Relief Station: - 200 lbs Beef, 100 lbs Salt Pork, 50 lbs Bacon, 48 lbs Roast Beef, 48 gallons molasses, 50 lbs coffee, 17 lbs Butter, 200 lbs biscuit, 64 lbs canned vegetables, 65 lbs dried fruits, 60 lbs salt fish, 100 lbs flour & 200 lbs sugar.
Sea clear of ice except between 3 & 3.20 pm when passed a number of scattering floes.
No ice in sight.
LOGS FOR SEPTEMBER 1889
5145bc2da2fc8ee892001145: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_040_0.jpg)
at sea at anchor off point lay
Lat 42.2, Long 41.7
5145bc2da2fc8ee892001147: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_040_1.jpg)
1 September 1889
F Hermo - F Hermo (CH) reported the expiration of his term of enlistment today.
No ice in sight
Eugene Dunken (2nd C F) - At 9.45 Eugene Dunken (2nd C F) attempted suicide by cutting his throat with a knife while confined in brig for safekeeping; during the remainder of watch he remained in the pilot-house carefully guarded.
5145bc2da2fc8ee892001149: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_041_0.jpg)
at anchor at sea at anchor off icy cape
Lat 70.3, Long -161.9
5145bc2da2fc8ee89200114b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_041_1.jpg)
2 September 1889
5145bc2da2fc8ee89200114d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_042_0.jpg)
at anchor off icy cape
Lat 70.3, Long -161.9
5145bc2da2fc8ee89200114f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_042_1.jpg)
3 September 1889
At 11.45 observed Aurora borealis in the shape of spreading rays of pale green starting from a altitude of 10o bearing East (mag) and reaching to the zenith. Display not very distinct on account of passing flumes of snow.
5145bc2da2fc8ee892001151: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_043_0.jpg)
at anchor off icy cape
Lat 70.3, Long -161.9
5145bc2da2fc8ee892001153: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_043_1.jpg)
4 September 1889
At 2.00 sent Ensign Simpson ashore with life boat's crew to put up a signal on the beach.
5145bc2da2fc8ee892001155: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_044_0.jpg)
at anchor icy cape at sea
Lat 70.60, Long -162.48
5145bc2da2fc8ee892001157: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_044_1.jpg)
5 September 1889
Faint ice blink to NW
5145bc2da2fc8ee892001159: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_045_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat 71.02, Long -164.73
5145bc2da2fc8ee89200115b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_045_1.jpg)
6 September 1889
at 5.04 sight ice pack on starboard bow.
Running parallel to edge of pack about one mile distant.
Steaming along the edge of heavy floe ice distant from one to two miles.
Ship steaming along edge of ice pack. Meeting a few detatched pieces occassionally and avoiding them.
Steaming west (p.c.) until 8.15 when sighted heavy pack ice from the deck bearing from west (pc) to NW (pc).
Running parallel to edge of pack about one mile distant.
Ship steaming along edge of ice pack.
5145bc2da2fc8ee89200115d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_046_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat 71.53, Long -170.15
5145bc2da2fc8ee89200115f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_046_1.jpg)
7 September 1889
Ice blink from Northward from WNW to NE (pc) with a few drift floes visible at daylight.
Pack ice in sight to the Northward during entire watch.
Steaming along edge of pack until 9.30 then through scattering ice.
Very litle scattering floes in sight at end of watch.
Jane Gray - At 7.15 stopped and spoke schooner "Jane Gray" Captain Kelly. The schooner crew cheered the "Thetis" whereupon we manned fore rigging & cheered the "Jane Gray"
Josephine - Then at 7.30 spoke the bark "Josephine" A boat came from her & we gave her mail for the whaling fleet.
5145bc2da2fc8ee892001161: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_047_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat 71.42, Long -174.08
5145bc2da2fc8ee892001163: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_047_1.jpg)
8 September 1889
At 10 pm a brilliant display of Aurora Borealis began which continued during rest of watch. Brilliant bands of light in a general East & West (pc) direction passing overhead from North to South (pc) hanging like curtains overhead and full of drifting shafts of light, at 11 pm a bright display overhead occurred, the lights shifting from crimson to light green and extending in shafts from zenith towards horizon.
5145bc2da2fc8ee892001165: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_048_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat 70.37, Long -172.80
5145bc2da2fc8ee892001167: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_048_1.jpg)
9 September 1889
From 9.20 until 10.30 observed Aurora Borealis. Display very slight on account of fog, escalating at 10.10 when a brilliant display took place, lasting about 3 minutes, It was in the shape of a broad band of scintillating light combing most of the colors of the rainbow and stretching in an arch from East (pc) to NW (pc) about 15o at its center.
lieut commander c.h.stockton - commander of ship
5145bc2da2fc8ee892001169: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_049_0.jpg)
at sea at anchor off point hope
Lat 69.23, Long -168.02
5145bc2da2fc8ee89200116b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_049_1.jpg)
10 September 1889
5145bc2ea2fc8ee89200116d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_050_0.jpg)
at anchor off point hope
Lat 68.3, Long -166.8
5145bc2ea2fc8ee89200116f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_050_1.jpg)
11 September 1889
After 11.30 a display of AUrora Borealis occurred, a low arch in northern sky, East & West in direction and of pale straw to red in color.
Scrubbing ship outside preparatory to painting
Crew engaged in painting outside of ship
Finished painting ship
After 11.30 a display of Aurora Borealis occurred, a low arch in northern sky, east to west in direction and of pale straw to red in color.
5145bc2ea2fc8ee892001171: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_051_0.jpg)
at anchor off point hope
Lat 68.3, Long -166.8
5145bc2ea2fc8ee892001173: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_051_1.jpg)
12 September 1889
5145bc2ea2fc8ee892001175: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_052_0.jpg)
at anchor point hope
Lat 68.3, Long -166.8
5145bc2ea2fc8ee892001177: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_052_1.jpg)
13 September 1889
Large number of natives visiting the ship.
5145bc2ea2fc8ee892001179: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_053_0.jpg)
at anchor off point hope
Lat 68.3, Long -166.8
5145bc2ea2fc8ee89200117b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_053_1.jpg)
14 September 1889
5145bc2ea2fc8ee89200117d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_054_0.jpg)
at anchor off point hope
Lat 68.3, Long -166.8
5145bc2ea2fc8ee89200117f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_054_1.jpg)
15 September 1889
Pleasant Weather
5145bc2ea2fc8ee892001181: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_055_0.jpg)
at anchor off point hope
Lat 68.3, Long -166.8
5145bc2ea2fc8ee892001183: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_055_1.jpg)
16 September 1889
Transfterred the following stores to the whaling station at this place, viz: - 440 lbs bread, 96 lbs beer, 48 lbs roast beef, 17 gals beans, 1/2 bbl flour, 1 bbl rice, 25 lbs dried fruits, 40 lbs cocoa, 50 lbs tomatoes, 1/2 bbl salt pork, 1 ~ pickles, 64 lbs vegetables, 25 lbs coffee, 69 lbs bacon, 27 lbs butter and 1 bbl sugar. These stores are intended for the men of two shipwrecked whalers who are in this vicinity - but out of reach of this ship, and who have announced their intention of wintering here, there being insufficient stores at the station for their subsistence.
AE Heckstrom - By order of the Commanding Officer the following men were rated as follows; - AE Heckstrom (OS) rated Sea; W Godber (Lds) rated OS, O Erickson (Lds) rated OS, NE ~ (SA 2nd C) rated SA 1st C; and JF Freeman (SA 2nd C) rated SA 1st C, from 1st Sept 1889
W Godber - By order of the Commanding Officer the following men were rated as follows; - AE Heckstrom (OS) rated Sea; W Godber (Lds) rated OS, O Erickson (Lds) rated OS, NE ~ (SA 2nd C) rated SA 1st C; and JF Freeman (SA 2nd C) rated SA 1st C, from 1st Sept 1889
O Erickson (OS) - By order of the Commanding Officer the following men were rated as follows; - AE Heckstrom (OS) rated Sea; W Godber (Lds) rated OS, O Erickson (Lds) rated OS, NE ~ (SA 2nd C) rated SA 1st C; and JF Freeman (SA 2nd C) rated SA 1st C, from 1st Sept 1889
JF Freeman - By order of the Commanding Officer the following men were rated as follows; - AE Heckstrom (OS) rated Sea; W Godber (Lds) rated OS, O Erickson (Lds) rated OS, NE ~ (SA 2nd C) rated SA 1st C; and JF Freeman (SA 2nd C) rated SA 1st C, from 1st Sept 1889
Mild Weather
5145bc2ea2fc8ee892001185: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_056_0.jpg)
at anchor off point hope
Lat 68.3, Long -166.8
5145bc2ea2fc8ee892001187: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_056_1.jpg)
17 September 1889
5145bc2ea2fc8ee892001189: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_057_0.jpg)
at anchor off point hope
Lat 68.3, Long -166.8
5145bc2ea2fc8ee89200118b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_057_1.jpg)
18 September 1889
F Hermo - By order of Commanding Orricer F Hermo (Cox) was given two weeks extra duty for using improper language to the executive officer.
Natives visiting the ship
5145bc2ea2fc8ee89200118d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_058_0.jpg)
at anchor off point hope
Lat 68.3, Long -166.8
5145bc2ea2fc8ee89200118f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_058_1.jpg)
19 September 1889
From 1.15 till 2.15 Aurora Borealis visible: an arch from NW to SE (pc) shifting from northern sky through zenith to southern sky: with much nebulous light to the north (pc).
About 100 natives visitng on board
From 9.30 until end of watch an Aurora Borealis was visible at intervals in the northern sky, being a light straw colored band - never very bright and no crackling sound could be hear.
5145bc2ea2fc8ee892001191: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_059_0.jpg)
at anchor off point hope at sea
Lat 67.95, Long -166.92
5145bc2ea2fc8ee892001193: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_059_1.jpg)
20 September 1889
pt hope bearing n58w
Lat , Long
The aurora borealis mentioned in the last watch lasted until 2.30 in the shape of a narrow arch of pale green light extending from ENE (pc) to WNW (pc) about 10o high in the center. No crackling sound apparant.
The Aurora Borealis mentioned in last watch, lasted until 2.30 in the shape of a narrow arch of pale green light extending from E.N.E ~ to W.N.W ~ about 10o high in the centre. No crackling sound apparent
5145bc2ea2fc8ee892001195: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_060_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat 65.53, Long -168.23
5145bc2ea2fc8ee892001197: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_060_1.jpg)
21 September 1889
cape prince of wales bearing sse14
Lat 65.0, Long -168.1
5145bc2ea2fc8ee892001199: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_061_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat 63.02, Long -168.00
5145bc2ea2fc8ee89200119b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_061_1.jpg)
22 September 1889
Sea phosphorescent after 3am
5145bc2ea2fc8ee89200119d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_062_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat 60.10, Long -168.02
5145bc2fa2fc8ee89200119f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_062_1.jpg)
23 September 1889
nunirak island bearing e18spc
Lat 54.8, Long -164.2
5145bc2fa2fc8ee8920011a1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_063_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat 57.33, Long -167.50
5145bc2fa2fc8ee8920011a3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_063_1.jpg)
24 September 1889
Whales blowing tp the westward -
5145bc2fa2fc8ee8920011a5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_064_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat 54.77, Long -166.58
5145bc2fa2fc8ee8920011a7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_064_1.jpg)
25 September 1889
RL Bjorkman - By order of Commanding Office RL Bjorkman (QM) was disrated to seaman for insolence to the Officer of the Deck
R.L.Bjorkman (Q.M) - was disrated to seaman for insolence to the Officer of the Deck
5145bc2fa2fc8ee8920011a9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_065_0.jpg)
at sea at wharf ounalaska alaska
Lat 53.9, Long -166.5
5145bc2fa2fc8ee8920011ab: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_065_1.jpg)
26 September 1889
Dora - Found the schooner ~ and the steamer Dora at the wharf
A Johnson - By order of Commanding Officer A Johnson (Sea) was rated Quartermaster
5145bc2fa2fc8ee8920011ad: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_066_0.jpg)
at wharf ounalaska alaska
Lat 53.9, Long -166.5
5145bc2fa2fc8ee8920011af: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_066_1.jpg)
27 September 1889
CF Petterson (Cox) - CF Petterson (Cox) reported time of enlistment expired today.
JW Kelly - JW Kelly interpreter left the ship to take passafe in schooner Turner to San Francisco.
5145bc2fa2fc8ee8920011b1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_067_0.jpg)
at wharf ounalaska alaska
Lat 53.9, Long -166.5
5145bc2fa2fc8ee8920011b3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_067_1.jpg)
28 September 1889
Dora - At 7.10 the steamer "Dora" left the harbour.
Bear - At 2.25 USR~ Steamer "Bear" arrived and anchored in the outer anchorage. Sent boarding officer aboard to make customary offers of assistance.
5145bc2fa2fc8ee8920011b5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_068_0.jpg)
at wharf ounalaska alaska
Lat 53.9, Long -166.5
5145bc2fa2fc8ee8920011b7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_068_1.jpg)
29 September 1889
Bear - Commanding Officer of USR~ Steamer "Bear" paid an official visit on board.
5145bc2fa2fc8ee8920011b9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_069_0.jpg)
at wharf ounalaska alaska
Lat 53.9, Long -166.5
5145bc2fa2fc8ee8920011bb: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_069_1.jpg)
30 September 1889
coal: 11 78/2240 -
coal: 51 tons 493 lbs -
WM Plummer (OS) - WM Plummer (OS) reported the expiration of his term of enlistment.
RF Lopez (Ensign) - In accordance with the recommendation of ther medical officer of this ship, a medical survey was held on Ensign RF Lopez, USN
coal: 38 tons 1825 lbs -
coal: 16 1016/2240 tons -
LOGS FOR OCTOBER 1889
5145bc2fa2fc8ee8920011bd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_070_0.jpg)
at wharf ounalaska alaska
Lat 53.9, Long -166.5
5145bc2fa2fc8ee8920011bf: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_070_1.jpg)
1 October 1889
coal: 15 1597/2240 tons -
coal: 31 tons 2160 lbs -
M O'Donnell (1st CF) - M O'Donnell (1st CF) reported the expiration of his term of enlistment.
5145bc2fa2fc8ee8920011c1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_071_0.jpg)
at wharf at anchor ounalaska alaska
Lat 53.9, Long -166.5
5145bc2fa2fc8ee8920011c3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_071_1.jpg)
2 October 1889
RF Lopez (Ensign) - In accordance with the recommendations of a medical survery held on Ensign RF Lopez Sept 30th, he was this day ordered to proceed to Mare Island, Navy Yard and report to the Commandant for medical treatment.
5145bc2fa2fc8ee8920011c5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_072_0.jpg)
at anchor at sea
Lat 53.95, Long -165.97
5145bc2fa2fc8ee8920011c7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_072_1.jpg)
3 October 1889
M Jansen (C Top) - reported term of enlistment expired
5145bc2fa2fc8ee8920011c9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_073_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat 53.67, Long -161.72
5145bc2fa2fc8ee8920011cb: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_073_1.jpg)
4 October 1889
AS Miller - J Murphy (CFC) and SA Miller (SA 1st C) reported the expiration of their term of enlistment.
J Murphy (CFC) - J Murphy (CFC) and SA Miller (SA 1st C) reported the expiration of their term of enlistment.
E Dunbar (2nd C F) - At 1.12 E Dunlea (2nd CF) jumped overboard in a fit of insanity and was drowned
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at sea
Lat 54.17, Long -157.45
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5 October 1889
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at sea
Lat 54.67, Long -152.63
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6 October 1889
5145bc30a2fc8ee8920011d5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_076_0.jpg)
art sea
Lat 55.43, Long -147.73
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7 October 1889
5145bc30a2fc8ee8920011d9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_077_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat 56.15, Long -144.50
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8 October 1889
O Johnson (Mach) - reported the expiration of his term of enlistment
Mid to 4 am. Overcast and rainy. Strong gale from ESE to SE x E, blowing in hard squalls first hour. Mod gale to fresh breeze from 1.30 to 4.00. Steady barometer.
4 to 8 am. Overcast first part of watch, clearing latter part. Gentle breeze to moderate gale in squalls from SSE. Barometer rising.
8 am to merid. Cloudy and squally. Moderate to stiff breeze from SE x S. Barometer steady. At 11.00, navigator set clock ahead 15 minutes.
Merid to 4 pm. Cloudy and squally, with light passing showers. Stiff to very fresh breeze in squalls from SE x S. Barometer steady.
4 to 8 pm. Cloudy and squally with showers. Rising barometer. Very fresh breeze from SE x S.
8 pm to mid. Cloudy with occasional passing rain squalls. Fresh breeze to moderate gale in squalls from SE x S. Barometer steady.
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at sea
Lat 56.18, Long -140.25
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9 October 1889
5145bc30a2fc8ee8920011e1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_079_0.jpg)
at sea at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 56.98, Long -135.42
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10 October 1889
5145bc30a2fc8ee8920011e5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_080_0.jpg)
at anchor sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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11 October 1889
The Commanding Officer paid an official visit on the Governor of Alaska
5145bc30a2fc8ee8920011e9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_081_0.jpg)
at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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12 October 1889
At 2.30 the Governor of Alaska accompanied by the Collector of Customs, District Marshall and Clerk of the Court paid an official visit to the ship
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at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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13 October 1889
5145bc30a2fc8ee8920011f1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_083_0.jpg)
at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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14 October 1889
5145bc30a2fc8ee8920011f5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_084_0.jpg)
at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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15 October 1889
5145bc30a2fc8ee8920011f9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_085_0.jpg)
at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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16 October 1889
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at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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17 October 1889
Pinta - At 9.15 steamer "Pinta" came in and moored to moorings off Sitka Wharf.
GB Wilson (Asst Surgeon) - At 12.45 the 1st launch Lieut Osborn in charge; Paymaster JQ LOvell and Asst Surgeon GB Wilson passengers, left the ship for the hot springs to be absent two days
JQ Lovell (Asst Paymaster) - At 12.45 the 1st launch Lieut Osborn in charge; Paymaster JQ LOvell and Asst Surgeon GB Wilson passengers, left the ship for the hot springs to be absent two days.
AP Osborn (Lieut) - At 12.45 the 1st launch Lieut Osborn in charge; Paymaster JQ LOvell and Asst Surgeon GB Wilson passengers, left the ship for the hot springs to be absent two days
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at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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18 October 1889
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at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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19 October 1889
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at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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20 October 1889
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at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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21 October 1889
A Kaufman (OS) - was brought aboard by the Master-at-Arms, 29 hours over liberty.
WC Morgan (OS) - A US Deputy Marshal came onboard with warrants from the US Commissioner on shore for the arrest of WM Plummer (OS) and WC Morgan (OS) charging them with disturbing the peace and destruction of private property, and D Berger (QM) charged with assault and battery. Sent Plummer & Berger ashore to appear before the Commissioner, Morgan absent without leave. D Berger (QM) returned onboard and reported that he had been found "not guilty" and had been discharged.
WM Plummer (OS) - A US Deputy Marshal came onboard with warrants from the US Commissioner on shore for the arrest of WM Plummer (OS) and WC Morgan (OS) charging them with disturbing the peace and destruction of private property, and D Berger (QM) charged with assault and battery. Sent Plummer & Berger ashore to appear before the Commissioner, Morgan absent without leave. D Berger (QM) returned onboard and reported that he had been found "not guilty" and had been discharged.
Daniel Berger (QM) - A US Deputy Marshal came onboard with warrants from the US Commissioner on shore for the arrest of WM Plummer (OS) and WC Morgan (OS) charging them with disturbing the peace and destruction of private property, and D Berger (QM) charged with assault and battery. Sent Plummer & Berger ashore to appear before the Commissioner, Morgan absent without leave. D Berger (QM) returned onboard and reported that he had been found "not guilty" and had been discharged.
C Alexander (OS) - At 1.30 sent Master-at-arms ashore and received from the custody of the marine guard F Gladwell (Ship's Write), J Dundas (Buglar) & C Alexander (OS), all 31 hours overtime.
J Dundas (Buglar) - At 1.30 sent Master-at-arms ashore and received from the custody of the marine guard F Gladwell (Ship's Write), J Dundas (Buglar) & C Alexander (OS), all 31 hours overtime.
F Gladwell (Ship's Writer)) - At 1.30 sent Master-at-arms ashore and received from the custody of the marine guard F Gladwell (Ship's Write), J Dundas (Buglar) & C Alexander (OS), all 31 hours overtime.
WM Plummer (OS) - At 3.50 the US Marshall delivered on board WM Plummer (OS) and WC Morgan (OS) who had been tried by the US Commissioner on charged as above mentioned and found guilty and fined. By order of the Commanding Officer paid the US Marshall $17.72 the amount of WM Plummer's fine to be charged to his account.
WC Morgan (OS) - At 3.50 the US Marshall delivered on board WM Plummer (OS) and WC Morgan (OS) who had been tried by the US Commissioner on charged as above mentioned and found guilty and fined.
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at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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22 October 1889
At 1.30 a board of survey consisting of Lieut JT Smith Asst Eng TW Kincaid and Ensign R Welles met on board and surveyed the fire hoses of the ship.
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at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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23 October 1889
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at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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24 October 1889
Louis Dunwald (Mach) - reported the expiration of his term of enlistment.
Ensign Simpson - in command for an infantry drill
At 9.30 mustered at quarters and then landed a company of ~ men, Ensign Simpson in Command, for an infantry drill. The company returned at 11.30
Louis Dunnwald (Mach) - reported the expiration of his term of enlistment
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at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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25 October 1889
Corona - At 9.50 the mail steamer "Corona" came in from the inland passafe and secured to the wharf. Received the mail aboard.
coal: 11 tons 1100 lbs -
Corma - At 9.50 the mail steamer Corma came in from the inland passage and secured to the wharf. Received the mail aboard
Sent party ashore to load lighter with coal
coal: 11 tons 1100 lbs -
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at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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26 October 1889
At 4.40 steam launch "Bear" carried away her bow line while riding at port boom and sank immediately, hanging stern uppermost by stern line at port gangplank & about 8 1/2 fathoms beneath the surface, bow on the bottom. Attempted to secure her in this position by slipping the bight of a chain underneath but the ship swinging carried away the stern line & allowed the launch to sink to the bottom. Occupied during the remainder of the watch in the attempt to grapple launch.
Crew engagaged in grappling for sunken steam launch.
Pinta - The USS "Pinta's" launch and this ship's launch dragging for sunken launch
coal: 18 tons 55 lbs coal -
At 4.30 stopped dragging for launch and sent "Pinta's" steam launch back to her.
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at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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27 October 1889
Commanding Officer - At 9.40 Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.
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at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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28 October 1889
coal: 31 1080/2040 tons -
coal: 31 tons 1080 lbs -
At 7.00 sent working party ashore to fill coal lighter
coal: 31 tons 1080 lbs. -
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at anchor off sitka alaska at sea at anchor lindenberg harbor
Lat -10.0, Long 39.7
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29 October 1889
At 9.35 the Governor of Alaska accompanied by ~ Kostomatinoff, interpreter came aboard & took passaage on the vessel.
Received aboard for passage to Killisrod Jas McClosky, there being no other available means by which he could reach that place.
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At anchor Lindenberg harbor. At Sea. At anchor off Killisnoa
at anchor lindenberg harbor at sea at anchof off killisnoo
Lat -10.0, Long 39.7
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30 October 1889
E Simpson (ensign) - At 8.40 stopped engines and sent 4th whale-boat in charge of Ensign Simpson to land the Governor and interpreter at Hootznoo-oo Village.
At 11.00 4th whale-boat returned to the ship with the Governor and interpreter.
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at anchor off killisnoo harbor at sea at anchr off hoonah at sea at anchor wm henry bay
Lat 22.4, Long 114.2
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31 October 1889
LOGS FOR NOVEMBER 1889
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at anchor wn henory bay at sea at anchor pyramid harbor
Lat 43.1, Long 16.7
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1 November 1889
At 6.30 made preparation for getting underway at 7 o'clock, but found key of low pressure cross-head pin missing.
The Governor and Mr Kostinonetinoff left the ship at 6.45 in the gig, Ensign Gorgas in charge to visit the cannery on shore.
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at anchor pyramid harbor at sea at anchor portage bay at sea
Lat 38.5, Long -28.6
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2 November 1889
island bore n12e mag
Lat 36.9, Long 7.8
Commanding Officer with Governor and Interpreter left the ship and landed at village on shore.
Commanding Officer with Governor and Interpreter left the ship and landed - at village on shore
The Commanding Officer with the Governor and Interpreter left the ship to visit the village.
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at sea at anchor off juneau
Lat -22.3, Long 166.4
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3 November 1889
gastineau channel
Lat 52.8, Long 173.3
Governor and interpreter left the ship at 10.15.
Governor and Interpreter left the ship at 10.15.
Governor returned at 3.15.
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at anchor off juneau
Lat -22.3, Long 166.4
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4 November 1889
Ar 8.45 the Governor of Alaska, the Commanding Officer and Officers of the ship left to visit the ~will gold mine, returning at 12.00
Governor of Alaska - Governor of Alaska, the Commanding Officer and Officers of the ship left to visit the Treadwell gold mine, returning at 12.00
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at anchor off juneau
Lat -22.3, Long 166.4
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5 November 1889
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at anchor off juneau
Lat -22.3, Long 166.4
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6 November 1889
At 3.00 the US Commissioner visited the ship and the Governor returned on board.
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at anchor off juneau
Lat -22.3, Long 166.4
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7 November 1889
George W Elden - At 10.20 Steamer "George W Elden" came in from the south and secured to wharf. Sent an officer on board for mail but did not receive any.
5145bc32a2fc8ee892001255: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_108_0.jpg)
at anchor off juneau at sea
Lat -22.3, Long 166.4
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8 November 1889
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at sea at anchor deadmans reach at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat -1.3, Long 143.6
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9 November 1889
The Governor of Alaska and Official Interpreter left the ship at 2.35 with baggage.
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at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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10 November 1889
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ar anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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11 November 1889
JV Cronan (1CF) - James V Cronan (1st CF) reported the expiration of his term of enlistment.
5145bc33a2fc8ee892001265: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_112_0.jpg)
at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
5145bc33a2fc8ee892001267: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_112_1.jpg)
12 November 1889
George W Elden - At 10.25 the steamer "Beo W Elden" sailed
coal: 27 1485/2400 tons -
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at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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13 November 1889
coal: 28 2185/2240 tons -
At 8.00 sent working paarty ashore to coal the lighter
L Bednarsky (C~C) - with J Hadley (2`G`) absent without leave
J Hadley (2`G`) - with L Bednarsky, absent without leave
AT 3.00 the coal lighter came alongside & crew started to discharge her.
L Bednarsky (C~C) - brought from liberty by Marines, 6 hours overtime.
J Hadley (2`G`) - brought from liberty by marines, 6 hours overtime.
coal: 28 2185/2240 tons -
5145bc33a2fc8ee89200126d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_114_0.jpg)
at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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14 November 1889
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at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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15 November 1889
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at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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16 November 1889
Received fresh provisions for ship's company
5145bc33a2fc8ee892001279: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_117_0.jpg)
at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
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17 November 1889
Pinta - At 9.20 signals to "Pinta" Army & Navy code, "Haul down your Jack"
Slight display of Aurora Borialis visible through the clouds and over the mountains, bearing northward.
5145bc33a2fc8ee89200127d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_118_0.jpg)
at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
5145bc33a2fc8ee89200127f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_118_1.jpg)
18 November 1889
Aurora borialis visible during watch over hills to the northward.
5145bc33a2fc8ee892001281: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_119_0.jpg)
at anchor off sitka alaska
Lat 57.0, Long -135.4
5145bc33a2fc8ee892001283: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_119_1.jpg)
19 November 1889
Slight display of Aurora Borialis to the northward.
5145bc33a2fc8ee892001285: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_120_0.jpg)
at anchor off sitka alaska at sea at anchor deadmans reach
Lat -1.3, Long 143.6
5145bc33a2fc8ee892001287: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_120_1.jpg)
20 November 1889
Alice - At 4.32 cast off the line of schooner "Alice" which came to anchor on our starboard quarter.
5145bc34a2fc8ee892001289: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_121_0.jpg)
at anchor deadmans reach at sea at anchor security bay
Lat -1.3, Long 143.6
5145bc34a2fc8ee89200128b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_121_1.jpg)
21 November 1889
Alice - At 7.00 took tow line from schooner "Alice" on starboard quarter
5145bc34a2fc8ee89200128d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_122_0.jpg)
at anchor off security bay at sea at anchor offentrance off wrangell narrows
Lat 56.5, Long -132.4
5145bc34a2fc8ee89200128f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_122_1.jpg)
22 November 1889
At 1.35 got underway and sent dinghy to tow schooner up to ship. Schooner fouled the cover of 3rd whaleboat
At 3.07 schooner hailed and reported she was sinking. Stopped and sent boat's crew and carpenter on ~. Found water over cabin floor.
Schooner in tow with life-boat crew of port watch & carpenter on board, to bail water and repair leaks.
Alice - Schooner "Alice" in tow.
Daniel Berger (QM) - D Berger (QM) reported the expiration of his term of enlistment.
at 2.45 cast off schooner
5145bc34a2fc8ee892001291: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_123_0.jpg)
at anchor off entrance to wrangell narrows at sea
Lat 56.5, Long -132.4
5145bc34a2fc8ee892001293: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_123_1.jpg)
23 November 1889
Alice - Left schooner "Alice" at anchorage in Wrangel Narrows.
W Neild (oiler) - reported the expiration of his term of enlistment.
5145bc34a2fc8ee892001295: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_124_0.jpg)
at anchor lowe inlet at sea
Lat 53.5, Long -129.6
5145bc34a2fc8ee892001297: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_124_1.jpg)
24 November 1889
5145bc34a2fc8ee892001299: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_125_0.jpg)
at anchor lowe inlet at sea at anchor klemtoo anchorage
Lat 53.5, Long -28.6
5145bc34a2fc8ee89200129b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_125_1.jpg)
25 November 1889
sarahs island
Lat -17.7, Long 168.3
5145bc34a2fc8ee89200129d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_126_0.jpg)
at anchor klemtoo anchorage at sea at anchor safety cove
Lat 51.5, Long -127.9
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26 November 1889
milbank sound
Lat 52.3, Long -128.6
At 10.45 hoisted Ensign while passing Bella-bella village and hauled it down at 11.15.
5145bc34a2fc8ee8920012a1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_127_0.jpg)
at anchor safety cove at sea at anchor aleut bay at sea
Lat 51.5, Long -127.9
5145bc34a2fc8ee8920012a3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_127_1.jpg)
27 November 1889
queen charlotte sound
Lat 50.6, Long -127.0
Alaska Mail Steamer Idaho - had not yet passed to the northward
5145bc34a2fc8ee8920012a5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_128_0.jpg)
at sea moored to buoy departure bay
Lat 55.1, Long -6.0
5145bc34a2fc8ee8920012a7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_128_1.jpg)
28 November 1889
At 8.00 stopped for a few minutes to communicate with a canoe.
D McCracken (Oiler) - reported the expiration of his tem of enlistment.
George W Elden - Found SS Geo W Elden in port. Sent boat to her and found she had mail for this vessel.
5145bc34a2fc8ee8920012a9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_129_0.jpg)
at buoy moored to wharf departure bay
Lat 55.1, Long -6.0
5145bc34a2fc8ee8920012ab: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_129_1.jpg)
29 November 1889
George W Elder - the steamer "Elder" left the harbor
coal: 80 tons -
Steamer "Elder" - left its harbor
coal: 80 tons - received about 80 tons
5145bc34a2fc8ee8920012ad: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_130_0.jpg)
departure bay
Lat 55.1, Long -6.0
5145bc34a2fc8ee8920012af: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_130_1.jpg)
30 November 1889
coal: 23 1/3 tons -
At 1 am starboard coal bunker of steam launch took fire. Put fire out and found woodwork on after and starboard side of boiler and port of bottom planking burned.
coal: 243 tons - "taking on board in all"
coal: 23 1/3 tons -
At 1am starboard coal bunker of steam launch took fire. Put fire out and found woodwork on aft~ and starboard side of boiler and part of bottom planking burned
coal: 243 tons - taking on board 243 tons bituminous coal
Received 3.337 gallons water.
LOGS FOR DECEMBER 1889
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at sea
Lat , Long
5145bc34a2fc8ee8920012b3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_131_1.jpg)
1 December 1889
haro straits
Lat 48.3, Long -123.6
Running under an allowance of 12 tons of coal a day.
Pilot Mr E. N. Francis - left the ship
Sighted two steamers and one sailing vessel during watch
5145bc35a2fc8ee8920012b5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_132_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat -46.93, Long -125.00
5145bc35a2fc8ee8920012b7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_132_1.jpg)
2 December 1889
At 9.00 passes a steamer bound to the northward
5145bc35a2fc8ee8920012b9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_133_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat -44.05, Long -125.03
5145bc35a2fc8ee8920012bb: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_133_1.jpg)
3 December 1889
Jeannie - At 1.00 exchanged colors with steamer "Jeannie"
5145bc35a2fc8ee8920012bd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_134_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat -41.78, Long -124.90
5145bc35a2fc8ee8920012bf: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_134_1.jpg)
4 December 1889
5145bc35a2fc8ee8920012c1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_135_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat -39.70, Long -124.47
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5 December 1889
5145bc35a2fc8ee8920012c5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_136_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat -38.20, Long -123.50
5145bc35a2fc8ee8920012c7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_136_1.jpg)
6 December 1889
5145bc35a2fc8ee8920012c9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_137_0.jpg)
at sea at anchor off san francisco cal
Lat 37.8, Long -122.4
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7 December 1889
golden gate on course ne by epc ne 38 e pc
Lat 6.5, Long 45.0
Revenue Cutter Bear - in port
Bear - Found Revenue Cutter "Bear" in port
J Murphy (CFC) - Placed J Gardiner (Sea) and J Murphy (CFC) in confinement by order of Commanding Orricer to await further action, for being under thte influence of liquor and fighting.
J Gardiner - Placed J Gardiner (Sea) and J Murphy (CFC) in confinement by order of Commanding Orricer to await further action, for being under thte influence of liquor and fighting.
Revenue Cutter "Bear" - Found Revenue Cutter "Bear" in port.
J Gardiner (Sea) - Placed with J. Murphy (~) in confinement by order of Commanding Officer, to await further action for being under the influence of liquor and fighting.
J Murphy (C~C) - Placed with J Gardiner (Sea) in confinement by order of Commanding Officer, to await further action, for being under the influence of liquor and fighting.
5145bc35a2fc8ee8920012cd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_138_0.jpg)
san francisco cal
Lat 37.8, Long -122.4
5145bc35a2fc8ee8920012cf: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_138_1.jpg)
8 December 1889
J Murphy (C~C) - Returned to duty by order of Commanding Officer
C. Olsen (OS) - returned on board 6 hours overtime
5145bc35a2fc8ee8920012d1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_139_0.jpg)
san francisco cal
Lat 37.8, Long -122.4
5145bc35a2fc8ee8920012d3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_139_1.jpg)
9 December 1889
J.Murphy (C~C) - disrated to seaman for fighting and being under the influence of liquor while on duty
J Gardiner (Sea) - released from confinement to remain a prisoner at large, awaiting trial by Court Martial.
W.E Tait (~) - with F.O'Neil (BkSmith) absent without leave
F.O'Neil (BkSmith) - with W.E Tait (~) absent without leave
5145bc35a2fc8ee8920012d5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_140_0.jpg)
san francisco cal
Lat 37.8, Long -122.4
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10 December 1889
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at anchor off san francisco california
Lat 37.8, Long -122.4
5145bc35a2fc8ee8920012db: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_141_1.jpg)
11 December 1889
WE Fait (OS) - absent without leave
5145bc35a2fc8ee8920012dd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_142_0.jpg)
at anchor off san francisco at sea moor to buoy off mare id navy yard cal
Lat 37.8, Long -122.4
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12 December 1889
Independance - made fast to first buoy from USRS "Independence"
5145bc35a2fc8ee8920012e1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_143_0.jpg)
at buoy navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc36a2fc8ee8920012e3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_143_1.jpg)
13 December 1889
Monongahela - Commanding officer of "Monongahela" paid an official visit on board.
5145bc36a2fc8ee8920012e5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_144_0.jpg)
at buoy navy yard mare id cal
Lat -4.6, Long 55.5
5145bc36a2fc8ee8920012e7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_144_1.jpg)
14 December 1889
J Gardiner (Sea) - At 7.20 released J Gardiner (Sea) from confinement.
J Gardiner (Sea) - Confined J Gardiner (Sea) at 6pm for the night
RL Bjorkman (sea) - transferred to hospital for treatment & his accoutns sent to USRS "Inedependence"
J Gardiner (Sea) - At 7.20 released J Gardiner (Sea) from confinement.
J Gardiner (Sea) - Confined J Gardiner (Sea) at 6pm for the night
RL Bjorkman (sea) - transferred to hospital for treatment & his accoutns sent to USRS "Inedependence"
5145bc36a2fc8ee8920012e9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_145_0.jpg)
at buoy navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc36a2fc8ee8920012eb: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_145_1.jpg)
15 December 1889
J Gardiner (Sea) - released J Gardiner (Sea) from confinement.
J Gardiner (Sea) - At 6.00 confined J Gardiner (Sea) for the night.
5145bc36a2fc8ee8920012ed: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_146_0.jpg)
at buoy navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc36a2fc8ee8920012ef: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_146_1.jpg)
16 December 1889
J Gardiner (Sea) - released J Gardiner (Sea) from confinement.
At 9.00 singled line to buoy, preparation to shifting to buoy off dry dock, as soon as strain came on line it parted. Let go port anchor and ran line out to buoy, then hove up anchor and hauled to buoy ~stone dock, in hauling done to buoy, line parted again, let go port anchor, hove up anchor and ran line to buoy. Shackled starboard chain to buoy.
J Gardiner (Sea) - Confined J Gardiner (Sea) at 6pm for the night
5145bc36a2fc8ee8920012f1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_147_0.jpg)
at buoy navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc36a2fc8ee8920012f3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_147_1.jpg)
17 December 1889
SS Leven (CH) - Found SS Leven (CH) absent without leave and issued a reward of $10.00 for his delivery on board.
J Gardiner (Sea) - At 6.00 confined J Gardiner (Sea) for safe keeping during the night
5145bc36a2fc8ee8920012f5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_148_0.jpg)
at buoy navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc36a2fc8ee8920012f7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_148_1.jpg)
18 December 1889
J Gardiner (Sea) - At 7.15 released J Gardiner (Sea) from confinement.
SS Leven (CH) - Issued a reward of tehn ($10.00) dollars for the return of SS Leven (CH) by order of COmmanding Officer
J Gardiner (Sea) - Confined J Gardiner (Sea) at 6pm for safe keeping
5145bc36a2fc8ee8920012f9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_149_0.jpg)
at buoy navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc36a2fc8ee8920012fb: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_149_1.jpg)
19 December 1889
J Gardiner (Sea) - At 7.15 released J Gardiner (Sea) from confinement.
Ah Chong (C Cook) - was discharged from the Naval Service by reason of his own request
J Gardiner (Sea) - J Gardiner (Sea) was confined at 6pm for safe keeping
5145bc36a2fc8ee8920012fd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_150_0.jpg)
at buoy navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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20 December 1889
J Gardiner (Sea) - At 7.15 released J Gardiner (Sea)
5145bc36a2fc8ee892001301: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_151_0.jpg)
at buoy navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc36a2fc8ee892001303: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_151_1.jpg)
21 December 1889
J Gardiner (Sea) - At 7.00 released J Gardiner (Sea) from confinement.
J Gardiner (Sea) - Confined J Gardiner (Sea) for the night
5145bc36a2fc8ee892001305: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_152_0.jpg)
navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc36a2fc8ee892001307: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_152_1.jpg)
22 December 1889
J Gardiner (Sea) - At 7.15 released J Gardiner (Sea) from confinement.
S.S ~ (CH) - absent without leave
J Hadley (~) - absent without leave
J Gardiner (Sea) - Confined J. Gardiner (Sea) at 6pm for the night
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at buoy navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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23 December 1889
At 7.10 a small boat containing 9 men from the USFC Steamer Albatross swamped ahead of this ship, five men were rescued by our 3rd whale-boat as they drifted by. The 4th whale-boat was lowered and sent to assist, but failed to find any men, the tide was running very strong ebb and the men drifted astern very rapidly. At 11.15 the steam-launch of the USRS Independence drifted down across our bow. Gave her a line & she hung on till she got up steam at 11.50 when she left.
Transferred to the ~ R. S. Vermont by steamer of ~; the following men for discharge: - J.B Cooke (B.M), J.E. Cherry (Bâ€Mâ€), E. Edwards (Oiler) ~ ~ (~), C. ~ Petterson (~), H.M. Plummer (os) M. O’Donnell (1st C ~) M. Jansen (~~) J.Murphy (sea) O. Johnson (Mach) L. Dunnerald (Mach) D. Berger (Qâ€Mâ€) H. ~ (Oiler) D. McCracken (Oiler) A.H Ritz (~) C.E Lake (Qâ€Mâ€) C. Olsen (os) J.M. Cunningham (Sea) ~. Law (S Cook) J. ~ Spriggs (W.R ~) H.Vaughan (~) C. Briggs (~) and H.E Spriggs (~) the latter named at his own request, waiving all claims for transportation
Received from the ~ R.S. Independence the following men with bags, hammocks and accounts. J.Simpson (Sea) J.D. ~ (Sea) ~ Brown (Sea) B.Williams (Sea) B. Challenor (os) J.Reed (os) H. Matt (~) A.D Peirce (~) M. McCarthy (Mach) C. ~ (Mach)
At 7.10 a small boat containing five men were rescued by our 3rd whaleboat as they drifted by. The 4th whaleboat was lowered and sent to assist, but failed to find any men. The tide was running very strong ebb and the men drifted astern very rapidly.
US.R.S. "Independence" - At 11.15 the steam launch of the U.S R.S “Independence†drifted down across our bow. Gave her a line and she hung on till she got up steam at 11.50 when she left
Received from the USR.S. Independence the following landsmen Ah Loui. Ah Sing. Ah Wing, Ah Ham, Ah ~, Ah Jim & Willi Palmer
Frank Thomas (H.R.C) disrated to landsman from this date
5145bc36a2fc8ee89200130d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_154_0.jpg)
at buoy navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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24 December 1889
Commanding Officer - At 7.50 the Commanding Officer left the ship for a week's leave
Received from the ~ R. S Independence = F.J Flannagan (Lds) Asst Paymaster J. O.
“P.A. Eng 2 W.B. Dunning left the ship on two days leave.
Ensign E. Simpson left the ship as member of Suminary Court Martial on board ~ W.S Independence
At 6pm confined J Gardiner (Sea) for the night.
Absent without leave J. Hadley (~~) and R.J ~ (2sd C ~)
Declared a deserter from the USS Thetis and Naval Service S.S. Leon (~) Willie Palmar (Lds), rated (~ RC) and Ah Ming (Lds) rated (~ R. Steward)
5145bc37a2fc8ee892001311: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_155_0.jpg)
at buoy navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc37a2fc8ee892001313: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_155_1.jpg)
25 December 1889
5145bc37a2fc8ee892001315: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_156_0.jpg)
at buoy navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc37a2fc8ee892001317: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_156_1.jpg)
26 December 1889
USS Charleston - was put in commission
WSS Charleston - At 11am the USS Charleston was put in commission.
US L ~ Tender "Madrona" - arrived at Navy Yard at 5pm.
5145bc37a2fc8ee892001319: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol009of024/vol009_157_0.jpg)
at buoy navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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27 December 1889
Received Archie ~ (1st CF) from the US R.S Independence with accounts
WS R.S Independence - Received Archie ~ (1st C.F.) from the US R.S. Independence
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at buoy navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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28 December 1889
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at buoy navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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29 December 1889
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at buoy navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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30 December 1889
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at buoy in dock navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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31 December 1889
LOGS FOR JANUARY 1890
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1 January 1890
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2 January 1890
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3 January 1890
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4 January 1890
At 10.30am the charges and specifications preferred by the Hon. Sec of Navy against Jas Gardiner (Sea) were delivered by the Judge Advocate of the Court.
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5 January 1890
Confined J. Gardiner (Sea) in single irons to await trial by Court Martial.
J. Gardiner (Sea) - Confined J. Gardiner (Sea) in single irons to await trial by Court Martial.
A. Kaufman (os) - returned on board.
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6 January 1890
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7 January 1890
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8 January 1890
At 10.20 sent J. Gardiner (Sea) in charge of Master-at-Arms to appear for trial before General Court Martial in session in Navy Yard.
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9 January 1890
W. C. Morgan (G) - absent without leave
J. A. Dearborn (2nd C.F.) - absent without leave
Wm E. Dait (Lds) - absent without leave
Asst Paymaster John J. Lovell - left ship on three days leave
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10 January 1890
J.A. Dearborn (2sd CF) - By order of Commanding Officer declared J.A. Dearborn (2sd C F) a deserter.
Wm C. Morgan (os) - Offered a reward of $20.00 for the apprehension and delivery on board of Wm C. Morgan (o.s)
F Berk (Sea) - Transferred to hospital with bags and hammocks F Berk (Sea) & J.D. Simpson (Sea) their papers sent to the receiving ship.
J.D. Simpson (Sea) - Transferred to hospital with bags and hammocks F Berk (Sea) & J.D. Simpson (Sea) their papers sent to the receiving ship.
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11 January 1890
A.E. Peters (os) - Transferred to the hospital the following men with bags and hammocks, A.E. Peters (os) F.R. Wills (S.A. 1st C) and J. Hansen (Sea)
F.R. Wills (S.A 1st C) - Transferred to the hospital the following men with bags and hammocks, A.E. Peters (os) F.R. Wills (S.A. 1st C) and J. Hansen (Sea)
J. Hansen (Sea) - Transferred to the hospital the following men with bags and hammocks, A.E. Peters (os) F.R. Wills (S.A. 1st C) and J. Hansen (Sea)
Jas Gardiner (Sea) - Transferred Jas Gardiner (Sea) – a Court Martial prisoner to the US R.S “Independenceâ€
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12 January 1890
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13 January 1890
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14 January 1890
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15 January 1890
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16 January 1890
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17 January 1890
Wm. E. Tait (Lds) - Wm. C Morgan (os) and Wm E Tait (Lds) - declared deserters by order of Commanding Officer
Wm. C. Morgan (os) - Wm. C Morgan (os) and Wm E Tait (Lds) - declared deserters by order of Commanding Officer
Independence - Sent crew to Independence at 5.30pm
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18 January 1890
A. Fraser (Sea) - Transferred to hospital with bags and hammocks, A. Fraser (Sea) and O. Erikson (os).
O. Eriksen (os) - Transferred to hospital with bags and hammocks, A. Fraser (Sea) and O. Erikson (os).
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19 January 1890
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20 January 1890
Willi Palmer (Lds) - discharged from USS Thetis and Naval Service at his own request by order of Commanding Officer
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21 January 1890
R.Scott (Capn Hold) - - absent without leave.
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22 January 1890
A.F. Ericksen (S.M.M) - Transferred to Independence for transportation A.F. Ericksen (S.M.M) and C Anderson (2sd C.C)
C. Anderson (2sd C.F.) - Transferred to Independence for transportation A.F. Ericksen (S.M.M) and C Anderson (2sd C.C)
Chim Kim (Lds) - Received from "Independence" Chim Kim (Lds) with accounts.
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23 January 1890
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24 January 1890
Asst Surgeon W.B. Wilson - Ensign Roger Welles and Asst Surgeon W.B. Wilson left the ship for three days leave
Ensign Roger Welles - Ensign Roger Welles and Asst Surgeon W.B. Wilson left the ship for three days leave
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25 January 1890
At 1.15 the Yard Battery fired a salute of eleven guns in honor of Commodore Brown who arrived on the yard tug.
Commodore Brown - At 115 the Yard Battery fired a salute of eleven guns in honor of Commodore Brown who arrived on the Yard tug.
Ensign J.A. Bell - Returned from leave of absence.
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26 January 1890
Tz. A. Tmo. Donald (Csx) - Absent without leave
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27 January 1890
At 10.30am the Flag of rear Admiral L.A. Kimberly Commanding the Naval Force of Pacific Station was hoisted on board the USS Charleston and saluted with 13 guns. At 1.00pm the Flag of Admiral Kimberly was hauled down and the red flag of Commodore George Brown was hoisted and saluted with 11 guns.
Admiral L. S. Kimberly - At 10.30 a.m the flag of Admiral L.S. Kimberly Commanding the Naval Force of Pacific Station was hoisted on Board the U.S.S. "Charleston" and saluted with 13 guns
Commodore George Brown - At 1.00 p.m the flag of Admiral Kimberly was hauled down - and the red flag of Commodore George Brown was hoisted - and saluted with 11 guns
U.S.S. Charleston - At 10.30 a.m the flag of Admiral L.S. Kimberly Commanding the Naval Force of Pacific Station was hoisted on Board the U.S.S. "Charleston" and saluted with 13 guns
M.S. McDonald (~) - absent without leave
Compared the mercurial barometer.
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28 January 1890
M.A. McDonald (~) - Absent without leave
Transferred to the General Storekeeper for storage the following articles in Paymaster Department, ~ - 64 boxes vegetables; 13 boxes Ham; 1 box sausage; 4 boxes corn beef; 18 boxes roast beef; 23 boxes coffee; 1 box cocoa; 6 " Dried Fruit; 1 box butter; 15 boxes tomatoes; 4 chests tea; 13 boxes Hominy; 13 boxes corn meal and 10 boxes oatmeal
J.E. Mathews (Sea) - Received from W.S.R.S "Independence" J.E. Mathews (Sea) with his accounts
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29 January 1890
"Independence" - At 2.00 lowered colors at half mast, following the ~ of "independence" during funeral procession of an enlisted man
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30 January 1890
Ensign R. Wells - detached
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31 January 1890
By order of Commanding Officer, discharged from U.S.S. Thetis & Naval Service Ah Sam (Lds), Wong Tip (Lds), Hing Lee (Lds) and Ah Lom (Lds)
J.E. Mathews (Sea) - Mathews (Sea) to hospital - and sent his accounts to the Independence through Commandant's Officer.
Received the following men with their accounts from the "Independence" - F.R.Wills (S.A.1.C) F. Berk (Sea) S. Hansen (Sea) H. Godber (~) A.E. Petros (o.s) - and H Matt (Lds)
Lieut G.W. Denfeld, Lieutenant Junior Grade - reported on board for duty
LOGS FOR FEBRUARY 1890
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1 February 1890
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2 February 1890
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3 February 1890
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4 February 1890
M.A. McDonald (CH) - Offered a reward of ten dollars for the arrest and delivery of M.A. McDonald (CH) Wm. Matt. (Lds) - also - absent without leave
Wm. Matt (Lds) - Offered a reward of ten dollars for the arrest and delivery of M.A. McDonald (CH) Wm. Matt. (Lds) - also - absent without leave
Ensign J.A. Bell - left the ship as a member of a board of survey on Navigation Stores of USS Alert.
U.S.S Alert - left the ship as a member of a board of survey on Navigation Stores of USS Alert
Received from the U.S.S. Independence the following named men. Thos Foley (Sea) J. Knowles (Sea) J. O'brien (Sea) G.W. ~ (1st.C.F.) J.McGarigal (1st. C.F.) J.Smith (1st.C.F.) F.J.Taylor (1st.C.F.)
LOG BOOK – FEBRUARY 5th 1890 TO AUGUST 15th 1890
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Received Sept. 15, 1890 J.A.B.
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List of Officers attached to and on board of the USS Thetis, commanded by Lieut Commander CH Stockton during the period covered by this log-book commencing 5th February, 1890 , at Navy Yard, Mare island, Cal, and ending 15 August 1890 at San José, Guatemala
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List of Officers attached to and on board of the USS Thetis, commanded by Lieut Commander CH Stockton during the period covered by this log-book from February 5th, 1890, to August 15th, 1890
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List of officers who have died, been detached or transferred on board of USS Thetis, commanded by Lieut Commander CH Stockton during the period covered by this log-book from February 5th, 1890, to August 15th, 1890
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Complement of Petty officers, Seamen, Ordinary Seamen, Landsmen, Boys, and Marines on board of the USS Thetis 3rd rate at first commissioning 1887
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USS Thetis 3rd rate, Lt Commander Chas H Stockton, USN Commdg, Description of Instruments used for Meteorological Observations and their location, &c
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Armament of the USS Thetis 3rd rate
Secondary
Small Arms
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tables of deviation of the Standard compass N° 13859 on board of USS Thetis 3rd rate, Lt Commander Chas H Stockton, USN Commanding
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5 February 1890
- under the command of
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6 February 1890
Ensign J.J. Blandin - left ship for duty on board of survey
Lt Commander C.H. Stockton - was granted 30 days leave of absence from 3rd. February '90.
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in dry dock
Lat , Long
5145bc3ba2fc8ee8920013db: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_009_1.jpg)
7 February 1890
5145bc3ba2fc8ee8920013dd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_010_0.jpg)
in dry dock
Lat , Long
5145bc3ba2fc8ee8920013df: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_010_1.jpg)
8 February 1890
Paymaster paid off monthly money to the crew
5145bc3ba2fc8ee8920013e1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_011_0.jpg)
in dry dock
Lat , Long
5145bc3ba2fc8ee8920013e3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_011_1.jpg)
9 February 1890
5145bc3ba2fc8ee8920013e5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_012_0.jpg)
in dry dock
Lat , Long
5145bc3ba2fc8ee8920013e7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_012_1.jpg)
10 February 1890
CSS Hassler - got underway and proceeded down the bay
USS Alert - hawled out with the stream and secured to mooring
5145bc3ba2fc8ee8920013e9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_013_0.jpg)
in dry dock
Lat , Long
5145bc3ba2fc8ee8920013eb: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_013_1.jpg)
11 February 1899
was cloudy
was cloudy
5145bc3ba2fc8ee8920013ed: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_014_0.jpg)
in dry dock
Lat , Long
5145bc3ba2fc8ee8920013ef: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_014_1.jpg)
12 February 1890
5145bc3ba2fc8ee8920013f1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_015_0.jpg)
in dry dock
Lat , Long
5145bc3ba2fc8ee8920013f3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_015_1.jpg)
13 February 1890
Sent the aneroid barometer and wet and dry bulb thermometers to the Observatory for comparison and correction.
5145bc3ba2fc8ee8920013f5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_016_0.jpg)
in dry dock
Lat , Long
5145bc3ba2fc8ee8920013f7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_016_1.jpg)
14 February 1890
Lat , Long
5145bc3ba2fc8ee8920013f9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_017_0.jpg)
in dry dock
Lat , Long
5145bc3ba2fc8ee8920013fb: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_017_1.jpg)
15 February 1890
5145bc3ca2fc8ee8920013fd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_018_0.jpg)
in dry dock
Lat , Long
Shiaman Thetis -
5145bc3ca2fc8ee8920013ff: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_018_1.jpg)
16 February 1890
Mid to 8 am. Overcast and rainy with very fresh breeze to moderate gale from SE and SE x S till 7.00 wind fell to moderate breeze and shifted to SW and West and 8.00.
8 am to mid. Cloudy, squally with rain and sleet. Light to fresh breeze from Southward and Westward. Barometer rising, last part.
5145bc3ca2fc8ee892001401: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_019_0.jpg)
in dry dock
Lat , Long
5145bc3ca2fc8ee892001403: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_019_1.jpg)
17 February 1890
5145bc3ca2fc8ee892001405: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_020_0.jpg)
in dry dock
Lat In Dry Dock, Long
5145bc3ca2fc8ee892001407: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_020_1.jpg)
18 February 1890
Paymaster H.H. Gask (sp?) - leave of absence, one day
J. Dahm - Absentee
Lieut. G. H. Denfeld - Left on duty as member of board of survey
William Leary - Absentee
USS Charleston - Receiving ship of Lieut. G. H. Denfeld
J. Taylor - Absentee, declared as deserter
Ensign J. A. Bell - on leave of absence, 2 days
5145bc3ca2fc8ee892001409: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_021_0.jpg)
in dry dock
Lat , Long
5145bc3ca2fc8ee89200140b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_021_1.jpg)
19 February 1890
Ensign W. L Howard - Left ship on two days leave of absence
J. Dahm - Absent without leave
5145bc3ca2fc8ee89200140d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_022_0.jpg)
in dry dockmoved to wharf
Lat 43.1, Long -149.8
5145bc3ca2fc8ee89200140f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_022_1.jpg)
20 February 1890
Alert - Stern end collision with Thetis
5145bc3ca2fc8ee892001411: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_023_0.jpg)
in dry dock
Lat , Long
5145bc3ca2fc8ee892001413: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_023_1.jpg)
21 February 1890
5145bc3ca2fc8ee892001415: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_024_0.jpg)
moored to buoy moored to dock
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc3ca2fc8ee892001417: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_024_1.jpg)
22 February 1890
Hoisted national flags at fore, main and mizzen trucks, also at peak and jack forward at sunrise
Monongahela -
At 12 merid the Navy Yard battery fired a salute in honor of the day of 21 guns.
Patterson -
5145bc3ca2fc8ee892001419: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_025_0.jpg)
moored to dock
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc3ca2fc8ee89200141b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_025_1.jpg)
23 February 1890
G.N Stockton - Commander
5145bc3ca2fc8ee89200141d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_026_0.jpg)
moored to dock
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc3ca2fc8ee89200141f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_026_1.jpg)
24 February 1890
Asst Paymaster J.~. Lovell ~ - was this day - detached from duty on U.S.S. "Thetis"
5145bc3ca2fc8ee892001421: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_027_0.jpg)
moved to wharf
Lat 43.1, Long 16.7
5145bc3ca2fc8ee892001423: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_027_1.jpg)
25 February 1890
5145bc3ca2fc8ee892001425: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_028_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long 16.7
5145bc3ca2fc8ee892001427: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_028_1.jpg)
26 February 1890
5145bc3ca2fc8ee892001429: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_029_0.jpg)
moved to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc3ca2fc8ee89200142b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_029_1.jpg)
27 February 1890
5145bc3ca2fc8ee89200142d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_030_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat 43.1, Long -149.8
5145bc3da2fc8ee89200142f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_030_1.jpg)
28 February 1890
M.McCarthy (Mach) - in single irons to await action for leaving the ship without permission
LOGS FOR MARCH 1890
5145bc3da2fc8ee892001431: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_031_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
Sham SH -
5145bc3da2fc8ee892001433: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_031_1.jpg)
1 March 1890
Lieut. Commander C. N. Stocklon -
5145bc3da2fc8ee892001435: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_032_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc3da2fc8ee892001437: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_032_1.jpg)
2 March 1890
5145bc3da2fc8ee892001439: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_033_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat 43.1, Long -149.8
5145bc3da2fc8ee89200143b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_033_1.jpg)
3 March 1890
5145bc3da2fc8ee89200143d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_034_0.jpg)
moved to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc3da2fc8ee89200143f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_034_1.jpg)
4 March 1890
5145bc3da2fc8ee892001441: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_035_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long 16.7
5145bc3da2fc8ee892001443: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_035_1.jpg)
5 March 1890
U.S.~~ Steamer "Albatross" - Ensign J.H. Blandin U.S.N left on trial trip of U.S.~~ Steamer "Albatross"
U.S.S. "Charleston" - Asst Surgeon G.B. Wilson ~ attended medical survey on U.S.S. "Charleston"
coal: 2140 lbs -
U.S.~~ Steamer "Albatross" - Ensign J.H. Blandin U.S.N left on trial trip of U.S.~~ Steamer "Albatross"
U.S.S. "Charleston" - Asst Surgeon G.B. Wilson ~ attended medical survey on U.S.S. "Charleston"
coal: 2140 lbs -
5145bc3da2fc8ee892001445: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_036_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat 43.1, Long -149.8
5145bc3da2fc8ee892001447: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_036_1.jpg)
6 March 1890
5145bc3da2fc8ee892001449: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_037_0.jpg)
moved to wharf
Lat 43.1, Long -149.8
5145bc3da2fc8ee89200144b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_037_1.jpg)
7 March 1890
At 2.00pm all officers, except the officer of the deck, together with a party of eighteen men under charge of Ensign J.J. Blandin, left the ship to attend the funeral ceremonies over the transfer of the body of Medical Director Adrian Hudson to the USS Monongahela. Funeral party returned to the ship at 4.00.
5145bc3da2fc8ee89200144d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_038_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc3da2fc8ee89200144f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_038_1.jpg)
8 March 1890
At 7.10pm J. O'Neil (B. Smith) fell overboard from the forecastle and had to be rescued. He was under the influence of liquor. By order of Commanding Officer confined J. O'Neil (B. Smith) for safe keeping.
U.S.S Monongahela - At 11am the USS Monongahela left the Navy Yard in tow of a tug on her voyage to New York.
M. McCarthy (Mach) - By order of Commanding Officer confined M. McCarthy (Mach) in the cell on bread and water for two (2) days for leaving ship without permission.
F. O'Neil (B.Smith) - At 7.10p.m F. O'Neil (B.Smith) fell overboard from the forecastle and had to be rescued. He was under the influence of liquor. By order of Commanding Officer confined F. O'Neil (B. Smith) for safe keeping.
5145bc3da2fc8ee892001451: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_039_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat 43.1, Long -149.8
5145bc3da2fc8ee892001453: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_039_1.jpg)
9 March 1890
5145bc3da2fc8ee892001455: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_040_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long 16.7
5145bc3da2fc8ee892001457: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_040_1.jpg)
10 March 1890
USFS Albatross - left the harbor
U.S Light Honor - U.S Light Honor ~ Madrona left the yard at 8a.m
U.S.~. S. "Albatross" - At 9.40 am U.S. ~. S. "Albatross" left the harbor
5145bc3da2fc8ee892001459: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_041_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat 43.1, Long 16.7
5145bc3da2fc8ee89200145b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_041_1.jpg)
11 March 1890
J. Dundas (Bugler) - By order of Commanding Officer confined J. Dundas (Bugler) in solitary confinement on bread and water for five -days for drunkeness on duty.
5145bc3ea2fc8ee89200145d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_042_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc3ea2fc8ee89200145f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_042_1.jpg)
12 March 1890
Coast Survey Steamer McArthus - left the Navy Yard
Coast Survey Steamer McArthur - left the Navy Yard at 10.30a.m.
coal: 2255 lbs - Received from Navy Yard
5145bc3ea2fc8ee892001461: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_043_0.jpg)
moved to wharf
Lat 43.1, Long -149.8
5145bc3ea2fc8ee892001463: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_043_1.jpg)
13 March 1890
weather: clear and calm
5145bc3ea2fc8ee892001465: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_044_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc3ea2fc8ee892001467: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_044_1.jpg)
14 March 1890
Thetis -
5145bc3ea2fc8ee892001469: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_045_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc3ea2fc8ee89200146b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_045_1.jpg)
15 March 1890
5145bc3ea2fc8ee89200146d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_046_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc3ea2fc8ee89200146f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_046_1.jpg)
16 March 1890
5145bc3ea2fc8ee892001471: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_047_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc3ea2fc8ee892001473: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_047_1.jpg)
17 March 1890
5145bc3ea2fc8ee892001475: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_048_0.jpg)
moved to wharf
Lat 43.1, Long -149.8
5145bc3ea2fc8ee892001477: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_048_1.jpg)
18 March 1890
coal: 2140 lbs - Received 2140 lbs coal from Navy Yard
5145bc3ea2fc8ee892001479: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_049_0.jpg)
moved to wharf
Lat 43.1, Long 16.7
5145bc3ea2fc8ee89200147b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_049_1.jpg)
19 March 1890
USS Charleston - hauled out of dry dock to buoy
USS Albatross - got underway and left Navy Yard
U.S.S Charleston - At 11.00 a.m the U.S.S Charleston hauled out of dry dock to buoy
W.S.~. S. "Albatross" - At 11.30 the U.S.~.S."Albatross" got underway and left Navy Yard
5145bc3ea2fc8ee89200147d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_050_0.jpg)
moved to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc3ea2fc8ee89200147f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_050_1.jpg)
20 March 1890
5145bc3ea2fc8ee892001481: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_051_0.jpg)
moved to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc3ea2fc8ee892001483: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_051_1.jpg)
21 March 1890
5145bc3ea2fc8ee892001485: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_052_0.jpg)
moved to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long 16.7
5145bc3ea2fc8ee892001487: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_052_1.jpg)
22 March 1890
5145bc3ea2fc8ee892001489: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_053_0.jpg)
moved to wharf
Lat 43.1, Long 16.7
5145bc3ea2fc8ee89200148b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_053_1.jpg)
23 March 1890
5145bc3ea2fc8ee89200148d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_054_0.jpg)
moved to wharf
Lat 43.1, Long -149.8
5145bc3fa2fc8ee89200148f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_054_1.jpg)
24 March 1890
Coast Survey Steamer McArthur - came alongside Navy Yard wharf
Coast Survey Steamer McArthur - came alongside Navy Yard Wharf
5145bc3fa2fc8ee892001491: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_055_0.jpg)
moved to wharf
Lat 43.1, Long 16.7
5145bc3fa2fc8ee892001493: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_055_1.jpg)
25 March 1890
5145bc3fa2fc8ee892001495: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_056_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc3fa2fc8ee892001497: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_056_1.jpg)
26 March 1890
USS Iroquios - anchored in the stream
USS Iroquois - anchored in the stream
Lt John D~~~~ - reported his return from USJCS Albatross
Lt. G.H. D~feld - left the ship for duty as recorder on Board of Examination
5145bc3fa2fc8ee892001499: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_057_0.jpg)
moored to buoy
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc3fa2fc8ee89200149b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_057_1.jpg)
27 March 1890
5145bc3fa2fc8ee89200149d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_058_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc3fa2fc8ee89200149f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_058_1.jpg)
28 March 1890
5145bc3fa2fc8ee8920014a1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_059_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc3fa2fc8ee8920014a3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_059_1.jpg)
28 March 1890
5145bc3fa2fc8ee8920014a5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_060_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc3fa2fc8ee8920014a7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_060_1.jpg)
29 March 1890
USS Charleston - hauled out to buoy
USCS Patterson - hauled out of dry dock
- Writer of diary
5145bc3fa2fc8ee8920014a9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_061_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc3fa2fc8ee8920014ab: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_061_1.jpg)
30 March 1890
5145bc3fa2fc8ee8920014ad: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_062_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc3fa2fc8ee8920014af: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_062_1.jpg)
31 March 1890
Liutenant Commander C.N.Naelilan - Writer of weather report
LOGS FOR APRIL 1890
5145bc3fa2fc8ee8920014b1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_063_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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1 April 1890
5145bc3fa2fc8ee8920014b5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_064_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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2 April 1890
5145bc3fa2fc8ee8920014b9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_065_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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3 April 1890
5145bc3fa2fc8ee8920014bd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_066_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
coal at noon was 140 pounds
coal at noon was 140 pounds
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4 April 1890
5145bc40a2fc8ee8920014c1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_067_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
Steamer Thetis - 3rd Rate
Moved to wharf
Moved to dock
Water expended during the preceding 24 hours, 75 gallons.
Water remaining on hand fit for use at Noon, 650 "
Coal consumed during the preceding 24 hours, tons add lbs.
Coal remaining on hand at Noon, 45" 42a"
Moved to dock
5145bc40a2fc8ee8920014c3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_067_1.jpg)
5 April 1890
8am - noon- overcast/ cloudy with rain
5145bc40a2fc8ee8920014c5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_068_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
Thetis - 3rd Rate
Moved to wharf
Moved to dock
Water expended during the preceding 24 hours, 70 gallons
Water remaining on hand fit for use at Noon, 580 "
Coal consumed during the preceding 24 hours, 600 lbs.
Coal remaining on hand at Noon, 144 " 2060 "
Moved to dock
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6 April 1890
Lieut Commander C.H. Strickton, U.S. Navy - under the command of
Mid to 8 a.m
Overcast cloudy and rainy. Moderate to light breeze from S.W and South. Barometer falling.
C. Alexander - left the ship
W. L. Howard -
8 a.m to mid.
Cloudy but pleasant. Light breeze increasing to moderate breeze from S.W to W.S.W. Barometer rising slowly.
H.H. Blanir - returned on board
N. Oldham, F. O'Neil, C. Alexander, H.H. Blanir - absent without leave
M Denfeld -
John Downes - Navigator
5145bc40a2fc8ee8920014c9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_069_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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7 April 1890
Coach Surovy Shannon Mc. Arthur - At 6 a.m. the Coach Surovy Shannon Mc. Arthur left the yard.
F. O. Mil (B. Smith) - F. ~. Mil (B. Smith) m~t~~~ned on board 41 hours overtime.
Received on board the following Articles in Equipment. viz: -1 foresail, 1 main topsail, + outer jib and 1 main topmast staysail; 1 Enginr for soumbrig machine and 4 coal bags.
H. Oldham (C. mate) - Absent without leave
C. Alexander (os) - Absent without leave
P.O. Featherston (Los) - Absent without leave
M. Mc.Glad~ (Sea) - Absent without leave
J. Grand (Equip Yeo) - Absent without leave
5145bc40a2fc8ee8920014cd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_070_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
Thetis -
5145bc40a2fc8ee8920014cf: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_070_1.jpg)
8 April 1890
weather is clear and calm with light airs from west
5145bc40a2fc8ee8920014d1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_071_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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9 April 1890
5145bc40a2fc8ee8920014d5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_072_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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10 April 1890
5145bc40a2fc8ee8920014d9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_073_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc40a2fc8ee8920014db: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_073_1.jpg)
11 April 1890
W.S C G Steamer "~" - secured to buoy at 12.30p.m.
5145bc40a2fc8ee8920014dd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_074_0.jpg)
moved to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc40a2fc8ee8920014df: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_074_1.jpg)
12 April 1890
U.S. Coast Survey Steamer McArthur - At 3pm the U.S. Coast Survery Steamer McArthur came into the harbor.
5145bc40a2fc8ee8920014e1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_075_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat 43.1, Long -149.8
5145bc40a2fc8ee8920014e3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_075_1.jpg)
13 April 1890
F.C. Steamer Albatross - came into the harbor at 4.30a.m.
5145bc40a2fc8ee8920014e5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_076_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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14 April 1890
5145bc41a2fc8ee8920014e9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_077_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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15 April 1890
5145bc41a2fc8ee8920014ed: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_078_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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16 April 1890
5145bc41a2fc8ee8920014f1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_079_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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17 April 1890
5145bc41a2fc8ee8920014f5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_080_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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18 April 1890
5145bc41a2fc8ee8920014f9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_081_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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19 April 1890
5145bc41a2fc8ee8920014fd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_082_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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20 April 1890
5145bc41a2fc8ee892001501: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_083_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc41a2fc8ee892001503: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_083_1.jpg)
21 April 1890
USS Steamer Mc Arthur - left the Navy Yard
Light house Tender Madrona - left the Navy Yard
S. Hansen (Sea) - returned on board 24 hours overtime
Wm Godber (Sea) - returned on board 24 hours overtime
A.E.Weckstrom (SEa) - returned on board 6 1/2 hours overtime
USS Iroquois - hauled in alongside of the dock
5145bc41a2fc8ee892001505: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_084_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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22 April 1890
5145bc41a2fc8ee892001509: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_085_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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23 April 1890
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moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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24 April 1890
C. H. Strickton - Lieut Commander
J. J. B~ - Ensign
W. L. Howard - Ensign
John Donnes - Lnt Navigator
5145bc41a2fc8ee892001511: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_087_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
Sherman -
other: 220 gallons -
coal: 100 lb -
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25 April 1890
Mid to 8 a.m. Cloudy. Light breeze from S.W. Slight fall in barometer. Lt. Commander C. N. Stockton U.S.N Commanding left this ship on leave. Monterry left at 8 a.m. Sign: Ensign User. Sign: W. D. Howard
Lt. Commander C.N. Stockton U.S.N - left this ship on leave
8 a.m to Mid. Pleasant weather, cloudy better part. Light airs to gentle breeze from W.S.W to S.S.W. Barometer falling slowly. The following Navy Yard workmen employed on board: 5 machinists, 2 helpers, 1 boiler maker, 1 helper, 2 ship~~~~~s. Received on board 100 gals fresh water in Equipment Department and our Yale lock in Paymaster's Department. Received from U.S.R.S. Independence M. McNamara (Sea) and J. O'Brien (Sea) Engaged in ~~~~hauling rigging and painting ship subside. Sign Lt.User, Sign: G. W. Denfeld
5145bc42a2fc8ee892001515: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_088_0.jpg)
moored to dock
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc42a2fc8ee892001517: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_088_1.jpg)
26 April 1890
USCS Steamer McArthur - came in and secured to buoy
Lueut Bommamta H. Efraeplon -
5145bc42a2fc8ee892001519: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_089_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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27 April 1890
5145bc42a2fc8ee89200151d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_090_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc42a2fc8ee89200151f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_090_1.jpg)
28 April 1890
light aims is ....from s.w Baeomit...
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moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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29 April 1890
5145bc42a2fc8ee892001525: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_092_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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30 April 1890
Lieut Commander C. S. Stocklom -
Mid to 8am. Weather cloudy with occasional light drizzle. Light airs and breeze. Barometer rising
LOGS FOR MAY 1890
5145bc42a2fc8ee892001529: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_093_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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1 May 1890
C. H. Stockton - Lieut Commander
J. A. Bell - Ensign
Ensign J. J. Blandin - was this day detached from duty on board USS Thetis.
A. C. Almy - Ensign- reported on board for duty
Lt G. H. Denfeld - left the ship for temporary magnetic duty on board USS San Francisco.
USS San Francisco - Lt G. H. Denfeld left USS Thetis for temporary magnetic duty on board USS San Francisco.
J. Dundae - Confined in double iron at sunset for safe keeping
W. L. Howard - Ensign
John Downes - Lt & Navigator
5145bc42a2fc8ee89200152d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_094_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
Steamer Thetis - 3rd Rate
Moved to wharf
Moved to dock
Water expended during the preceding 24 hours, 210 gallons.
Water received during the preceding 24 hours, 1510 "
Water remaining on hand fit for use at Noon, 2780 "
Coal consumed during the preceding 24 hours, 600 lbs.
Coal remaining on hand at Noon, 136 " 805 "
Moved to dock
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2 May 1890
5145bc42a2fc8ee892001531: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_095_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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3 May 1890
5145bc42a2fc8ee892001535: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_096_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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4 May 1890
5145bc42a2fc8ee892001539: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_097_0.jpg)
sham
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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5 May 1890
5145bc42a2fc8ee89200153d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_098_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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6 May 1890
5145bc42a2fc8ee892001541: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_099_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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7 May 1890
5145bc43a2fc8ee892001545: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_100_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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8 May 1890
5145bc43a2fc8ee892001549: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_101_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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9 May 1890
coal: 22 1975/2240 tons - anthracite
5145bc43a2fc8ee89200154d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_102_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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10 May 1890
5145bc43a2fc8ee892001551: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_103_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc43a2fc8ee892001553: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_103_1.jpg)
11 May 1890
USS Ranger - shifted berth from under the shears
5145bc43a2fc8ee892001555: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_104_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc43a2fc8ee892001557: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_104_1.jpg)
12 May 1890
USCS Steamer McArthur - left the harbor
USS Marion - hauled alongside dock under shears
Confined M. McCarthy (Mach) in double irons for the night. At 9.30pm a bottle patially filled with liquor was found in his possession.
5145bc43a2fc8ee892001559: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_105_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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13 May 1890
5145bc43a2fc8ee89200155d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_106_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
coal: 134 1685 - remaining
5145bc43a2fc8ee89200155f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_106_1.jpg)
14 May 1890
5145bc43a2fc8ee892001561: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_107_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc43a2fc8ee892001563: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_107_1.jpg)
15 May 1890
5145bc43a2fc8ee892001565: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_108_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
coal: 300 - Remaining at noon, 134 tons
5145bc43a2fc8ee892001567: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_108_1.jpg)
16 May 1890
??? - Hazy and warm.Light airs and breeze. Barometer rising,about steady.
5145bc43a2fc8ee892001569: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_109_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc43a2fc8ee89200156b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_109_1.jpg)
17 May 1890
coal: 31 2060/2240 tons -
5145bc43a2fc8ee89200156d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_110_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc43a2fc8ee89200156f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_110_1.jpg)
18 May 1890
5145bc43a2fc8ee892001571: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_111_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc43a2fc8ee892001573: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_111_1.jpg)
19 May 1890
coal: 36 1356/2240 tons -
5145bc44a2fc8ee892001575: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_112_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc44a2fc8ee892001577: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_112_1.jpg)
20 May 1890
Lat , Long
Michael McCarthy - Releaesed from confinement
O. Erikson (Sea), G.B. Stetson - absent without leave
5145bc44a2fc8ee892001579: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_113_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc44a2fc8ee89200157b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_113_1.jpg)
21 May 1890
Mid to 8 A.M. Weather, fair, mild, and pleasant. Light breeze from S. W. Barometer rising slowly. Spread fires under main boiler at 4 A.M. Had steam dock trial from 4.10 to 5.28 A.M., then banked fires. Liberty party returned. Pumped out ship. Released .. from confinement.
8 a.m to mid. Calm and pleasant. Light airs to stiff breeze from S.W to S.S.W. Barrmelon Fluefmating. By order of Commanding Officer released from confinement J. Dundai(Buglar), his from of confinement harring enpaid at 9 A.M. At 9.30 inspected end at quarters and drilled 1st, 2nd + Powder Divisions at Small Arms, 3rd Division at Gatling Guns. O. Erikson(Sea), + G. B. Stetson(Sea) absent without leave. Received from Navy Yard our new main topsail. At 2 A.M. spread fires and tried the engines until 4.45 A.M. During the trial **orm the bolts of the Forward end of starboard bilg. The following Navy Yard workmen employed on board 4 machinists, 2 helpers. At 6.00 confined Michael Mc. Barlthy(mach) in double irons for safe keeping awaiting chain of Court-Martial. Pumped out the bilge. Received in Equipment 130 Gals water.
J. Dundar(Burglar) - released from confinement by order of Commanding Officer
G. B. Stetson(Sea) - absent without leave.
O. Erikson(Sea) - absent without leave
Michael Mc. Barlthy(mach) - At 6.00 confined in double irons for safe keeping awaiting chain of Court-martial.
5145bc44a2fc8ee89200157d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_114_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc44a2fc8ee89200157f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_114_1.jpg)
22 May 1890
5145bc44a2fc8ee892001581: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_115_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc44a2fc8ee892001583: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_115_1.jpg)
23 May 1890
5145bc44a2fc8ee892001585: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_116_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc44a2fc8ee892001587: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_116_1.jpg)
24 May 1890
5145bc44a2fc8ee892001589: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_117_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc44a2fc8ee89200158b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_117_1.jpg)
25 May 1890
Liberty party returned
At 9am Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew's quarters. Banked fire under main boiler.
Sent liberty party ashore
5145bc44a2fc8ee89200158d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_118_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc44a2fc8ee89200158f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_118_1.jpg)
26 May 1890
5145bc44a2fc8ee892001591: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_119_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc44a2fc8ee892001593: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_119_1.jpg)
27 May 1890
5145bc44a2fc8ee892001595: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_120_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc44a2fc8ee892001597: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_120_1.jpg)
28 May 1890
5145bc44a2fc8ee892001599: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_121_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
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29 May 1890
5145bc44a2fc8ee89200159d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_122_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc44a2fc8ee89200159f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_122_1.jpg)
30 May 1890
5145bc44a2fc8ee8920015a1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_123_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc44a2fc8ee8920015a3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_123_1.jpg)
31 May 1890
LOGS FOR JUNE 1890
5145bc44a2fc8ee8920015a5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_124_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015a7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_124_1.jpg)
1 June 1890
L. Stockton - under the command of ,U.S. Navy
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015a9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_125_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015ab: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_125_1.jpg)
2 June 1890
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015ad: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_126_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015af: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_126_1.jpg)
3 June 1890
-
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015b1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_127_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015b3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_127_1.jpg)
4 June 1890
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015b5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_128_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015b7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_128_1.jpg)
5 June 1890
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015b9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_129_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015bb: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_129_1.jpg)
6 June 1890
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015bd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_130_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015bf: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_130_1.jpg)
7 June 1890
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015c1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_131_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015c3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_131_1.jpg)
8 June 1890
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015c5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_132_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
Coal consumed during the preceding 24 hours 302 lbs
Coal remaining on hand at Noon 300 " 610 "
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015c7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_132_1.jpg)
9 June 1890
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015c9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_133_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015cb: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_133_1.jpg)
10 June 1890
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015cd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_134_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
coal: tons 300 lbs -
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015cf: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_134_1.jpg)
11 June 1890
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015d1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_135_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc45a2fc8ee8920015d3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_135_1.jpg)
12 June 1890
5145bc46a2fc8ee8920015d5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_136_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc46a2fc8ee8920015d7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_136_1.jpg)
13 June 1890
USCS Steamer Hassler - left the Navy Yard
USCS Steamer McArthur - arrived off the Navy Yard
5145bc46a2fc8ee8920015d9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_137_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
oil: 140 gallons - Moored at dock
5145bc46a2fc8ee8920015db: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_137_1.jpg)
14 June 1890
USCSS McArthur - steamed alongside the sea wall
5145bc46a2fc8ee8920015dd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_138_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc46a2fc8ee8920015df: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_138_1.jpg)
15 June 1890
5145bc46a2fc8ee8920015e1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_139_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc46a2fc8ee8920015e3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_139_1.jpg)
16 June 1890
USS Iroquios -
5145bc46a2fc8ee8920015e5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_140_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc46a2fc8ee8920015e7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_140_1.jpg)
17 June 1890
E. Clark (Sra) and J.A. Randall (Painter) - Absent without leave
5145bc46a2fc8ee8920015e9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_141_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc46a2fc8ee8920015eb: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_141_1.jpg)
18 June 1890
E. Clark (Sea) - Declared in desertion from this date by commanding officer
oil: two barrels -
J.A. Randall (Painter) - Absent without leave
5145bc46a2fc8ee8920015ed: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_142_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc46a2fc8ee8920015ef: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_142_1.jpg)
19 June 1890
USS Iroquios - hauled alongside coal dock
5145bc46a2fc8ee8920015f1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_143_0.jpg)
30 May 1958
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
Moored to Wharf
Moored to Wharf
Moored to Wharf
5145bc46a2fc8ee8920015f3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_143_1.jpg)
20 June 1890
5145bc46a2fc8ee8920015f5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_144_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc46a2fc8ee8920015f7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_144_1.jpg)
21 June 1890
USS Iroquios - left the Navy Yard
5145bc46a2fc8ee8920015f9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_145_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc46a2fc8ee8920015fb: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_145_1.jpg)
22 June 1890
5145bc46a2fc8ee8920015fd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_146_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc46a2fc8ee8920015ff: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_146_1.jpg)
23 June 1890
5145bc46a2fc8ee892001601: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_147_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc46a2fc8ee892001603: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_147_1.jpg)
24 June 1890
5145bc47a2fc8ee892001605: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_148_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc47a2fc8ee892001607: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_148_1.jpg)
25 June 1890
USS Adams - moored to buoy in stream
USCS Steamer McArthur - arrived off the Navy Yard
5145bc47a2fc8ee892001609: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_149_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc47a2fc8ee89200160b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_149_1.jpg)
26 June 1890
At 2.30 all officers not on duty left the ship to attend the funeral service over the body of Lt. N.G. Ellsworth USMC, at 3.00 half masted the ship's ensign.
5145bc47a2fc8ee89200160d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_150_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc47a2fc8ee89200160f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_150_1.jpg)
27 June 1890
5145bc47a2fc8ee892001611: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_151_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc47a2fc8ee892001613: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_151_1.jpg)
28 June 1890
5145bc47a2fc8ee892001615: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_152_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc47a2fc8ee892001617: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_152_1.jpg)
29 June 1890
5145bc47a2fc8ee892001619: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_153_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc47a2fc8ee89200161b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_153_1.jpg)
30 June 1890
Coast Survey Steamer McArthur - left the Yard
LOGS FOR JULY 1890
5145bc47a2fc8ee89200161d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_154_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc47a2fc8ee89200161f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_154_1.jpg)
1 July 1890
USCS Steamer McArthur - came into the harbor mooring at one of the buoys
Lieutenant Commander CH Stockton -
5145bc47a2fc8ee892001621: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_155_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
Water received during the rpeceding 24 hours, 120 gallons
5145bc47a2fc8ee892001623: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_155_1.jpg)
2 July 1890
5145bc47a2fc8ee892001625: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_156_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc47a2fc8ee892001627: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_156_1.jpg)
3 July 1890
5145bc47a2fc8ee892001629: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_157_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc47a2fc8ee89200162b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_157_1.jpg)
4 July 1890
At sunrise dressed ship in commemoration of the declaration of Independence. Sent liberty party ashore.
Observed general holiday. At 12m, a national salute was fired from the yard.
5145bc47a2fc8ee89200162d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_158_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc47a2fc8ee89200162f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_158_1.jpg)
5 July 1890
5145bc47a2fc8ee892001631: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_159_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc47a2fc8ee892001633: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_159_1.jpg)
6 July 1890
5145bc48a2fc8ee892001635: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_160_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc48a2fc8ee892001637: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_160_1.jpg)
7 July 1890
5145bc48a2fc8ee892001639: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_161_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc48a2fc8ee89200163b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_161_1.jpg)
8 July 1890
Library Party
5145bc48a2fc8ee89200163d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_162_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc48a2fc8ee89200163f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_162_1.jpg)
9 July 1890
5145bc48a2fc8ee892001641: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_163_0.jpg)
moored to wharf
Lat -17.5, Long -149.8
5145bc48a2fc8ee892001643: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_163_1.jpg)
10 July 1890
5145bc48a2fc8ee892001645: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_164_0.jpg)
moored to wharf making passage to san francisco at anchor san francisco
Lat 37.8, Long -122.4
5145bc48a2fc8ee892001647: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_164_1.jpg)
11 July 1890
5145bc48a2fc8ee892001649: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_165_0.jpg)
at anchor off san francisco california at sea
Lat 37.65, Long -122.68
5145bc48a2fc8ee89200164b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_165_1.jpg)
12 July 1890
5145bc48a2fc8ee89200164d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_166_0.jpg)
Lat 35.60, Long -121.77
5145bc48a2fc8ee89200164f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_166_1.jpg)
13 July 1890
5145bc48a2fc8ee892001651: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol010of024/vol010_167_0.jpg)
at sea
Lat 33.25, Long -120.17
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14 July 1890
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Lat 30.98, Long -118.08
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15 July 1890
Lieut Commander ~ Strehton -
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Lat 28.52, Long -115.97
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16 July 1890
USS Ranger -
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Lat 26.22, Long -114.07
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17 July 1890
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Lat 24.43, Long -112.05
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18 July 1890
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Lat 22.82, Long -110.15
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19 July 1890
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Lat 21.67, Long -108.65
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20 July 1890
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Lat 20.28, Long -116.63
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21 July 1890
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noon
Lat 18.67, Long -104.27
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22 July 1890
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latitude by observation at noon
Lat 17.52, Long -101.92
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23 July 1890
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latitude by observation at noon
Lat 16.38, Long -99.68
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24 July 1890
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ar sea
Lat 15.50, Long -96.77
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25 July 1890
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noon
Lat 14.97, Long -94.40
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26 July 1890
whales - three
whales - three
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san jose guatemala
Lat 14.12, Long -91.78
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27 July 1890
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san jose guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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28 July 1890
USS Ranger - came in and anchored off our port bow and inshore
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san jose guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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29 July 1890
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san jose guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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30 July 1890
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san jose guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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31 July 1890
LOGS FOR AUGUST 1890
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san jose guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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1 August 1890
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san jose guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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2 August 1890
Lt. A.P. Obborn USN and Lt. G.W. Denfeld USN left the ship to visit Guatemala City to return on Tuesday. The coal in the port after bunker was found to be on fire - caused by spontanious combustion. Extinguished fire.
8 A.M. to Merid. The coal in the port after bunker was found to be on fire - caused by spontanious combustion. Extinguished fire.
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san jose guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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3 August 1890
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san jose guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
coal: 177 tons 2060 lbs -
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4 August 1890
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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5 August 1890
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at anchor off san josé guatemala at sea making passage to acajutla san salvador
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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6 August 1890
Mr. Mizaner, Secretary to the US Minister and Senor Castro Interpreter to the US Minister came on board as passengers.
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at sea making passage to acajutla san salvador at anchor acajutla at sea making passage to la libertad san salvador at anchor la libertad san salvador
Lat 30.5, Long -171.7
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7 August 1890
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at anchor off la libertad san salvador
Lat 36.1, Long -5.3
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8 August 1890
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at anchor off la libertad san salvador
Lat 36.1, Long -5.3
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9 August 1890
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at anchor off la libertad san salvador
Lat 36.1, Long -5.3
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10 August 1890
At 6.30 Commanding Officer left the ship by request of the US Minister to accompany him to the City of San Salvador. Mr. Henry Mizner (Secretary) and P.A. Paymaster, W.W. Galt USN left the ship to accompany the US Minister.
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at anchor off la libertad san salvador
Lat 36.1, Long -5.3
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11 August 1890
Colonel Batral of the San Salvadorean Army and staff paid an official visit to the ship.
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at anchor off la libertad san salvador at sea at anchor off acajutla san salvador
Lat 25.8, Long -171.7
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12 August 1890
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acajutla san salvador
Lat 25.8, Long -171.7
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13 August 1890
At 6.30 a national salute was fired in honor of the arrival of the US Minister. At 7.15 Lt Commander CH Stockton USN, the US Minister, Mr. Henry Mizner, Mde Castro and P.A. Paymaster W.W. Galt USN returned to the ship from San Salvador. A party of officials visited the ship.
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san jose guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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14 August 1890
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san jose guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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15 August 1890
Mid to 4 A.M. Overcast cloudy and rainy with heavy squalls accompanied by thunder and lighting from E.S.E. first hour. Light airs and foggy with fresh breeze in squalls first hour from E.S.E. Barometer falling.
U.S.S. Ranger - Signalled at 7.55. "Is anyone going to the city?"
8 A.M. to mid. Fair. Light airs from N.N.E to South. Barometer fluctuating. Eastward main hold. Banked fires.
Merid to 4 P.m. Fair and warm. Light airs and breeze from South. Barometer falling. Bent the foorsails and gig and whalebasts. Fires light banked.
4 to 6 P.m. Cloudy and warm. Light breeze from South to S.W. Barometer steady. Lights long swel from S.S.W. Fires banked.
6 to 8 P.M. Partially cloudy and warm. Light airs from S.W. Barometer steady. Fires banked.
8 P.M. to mid. Cloudy first, overcast and rainy latter part of watch. At about 9.45; a heavy rain squall from the East passed over the ship. Barometer fluctuating rapidly. Banked fires.
LOG BOOK – AUGUST 16th 1890 TO FEBRUARY 22nd 1891
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Received April 13, 1891
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Log book of the USS "Thetis", 3rd Rate, of ... guns, Lieut Commanded by Captain C N Sockton, US Navy, attached to Special Service Squadron, commencing August 16th, 1890, at San José, Guatemala, and ending February 22nd, 1891, at Mare Island, cal
Logbook of the U. S. S. Thetis 3rd Rate of - Guns, commanded by Lt. Comdr C. H. Stockton, U. S. Navy, Attached to Special Service Squadron, Commencing August 16th, 1890, at San Jose, Guatemala, and ending February 22nd, 1891, at Mare Island. Cal.
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List of Officers attached to and on board of the USS "Thetis", commanded by C N Stockton, Lieut Commander, USN, during the period covered by this Log book from August 16th, 1890, to Feb 22nd 1891
List of Officers Attached to and on board of the U. S. S Thetis. , commanded by Lt Comdr Chas N. Stockton, U. S. N., during the period covered by this Log-Book, from Aug 16th, 1890, to Feb 22nd, 1891.
C. H. Stockton. Lt. Comdr. - Reported 11th April 89
A. P. Osborn. Lieutenant - Reported 4th March 89 From St. Mary's Ship
x John Downer. Lieutenant - Reported 1st Feb. 90 From H. O. Boston
G. W. Denfeld Lt. (J. G.) - Reported 31 January 90 From U.S.S Charleston
A. C Almy Ensign - Reported 1st May 90 From Independence
J. A. Bell Ensign - Reported 23rd May 89
W. L. Howard. Ensign - Reported 11th February 90
W. B. Lunning. P. A. Engr. - Reported 22nd January 89
W. W. Galt. P. A. Pamaster - Reported 15 Feb. 90
G. B. Wilson Asst. Surgeon - Reported 1st May 89 From U. S. M. Hoop M. Id.
C. W. Bartlett. Lieutenant - Reported 31st Dec. 90
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List of Officers who have died, been detahced, or transferred on board the USS "Thetis", commanded by C N Stockton, Lieut Commander, USN, during the period covered by this Log book from August 16th, 1890, to Feb 22nd 1891
List of Officers Who have died, been detached, or transferred, on board the U. S. S Thetis. commanded by Lt. Comdr C. H. Stockton, U. S. N., during the period covered by this Log-Nook, from Aug 16th, 1890, to feb 22d, 1891.
John Downer Lieutenant - Detached 5th February 1891
W. L. Howard Ensign - Detached 4th February 1891
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Complement of Petty Officers, Seamen, Ordinary Seamen, Landsmen, Boys and Marines on board of the USS "Thetis" at first commissioning...
Complement of Petty Officers, Seaman, Ordinary Seaman, Landsmen, Boys, and Marines on board of the U. S. S Thetis, at first commissioning 18 .
1 Chief Boatswain's Mate 0
1 Cabin steward, 1
1 Boatswain's Mate, 1
1 Cabin Cook, 1
1 Ward-room Steward, 1
1 Ward-room Cook, 1
3 Quartermasters, 3
3 Coxswains, 1
2 Captains of Forecastle, 2
15 Seaman, 12
2 Captains of Tops, 2
12 Ordinary Seaman, 3
11 Landsmen, 12
1 Quarter-Gunners, 1
1 Carpenter's Mates, 1
12 Apprentices, 0
1 Sailmaker's Mates, 1
3 Machinists, 3
1 Boiler Makers, 1
1 Captains of Hold, 0
1 Ship's Cook, 1
3 Oilers, 2
3 First-class Firemen, 4
3 Second-class Firemen, 3
5 Coal-Heavers, 5
96 Total, 70
1 Master-at-Arms, 0
1 Apothecary, 1
1 Ship's Yeoman, 1
1 Paymaster's Yeoman, 1
1 Engineer's Yeoman, 1
1 Ship's Writer, 1
1 Painter, 1
1 Bugler, 1
1 Blacksmith, 1
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USS.... Descriprion of Instruments for meterological observations, their location, &c
mercurial barometer Jas Green. 1450 Pilot house 26 Jan 90 Observators Mare Ld. Cal. ,02 Low
Aneroid Barometer Jas. Green Cabin 31 Feb. 90 " ,02 high
Thermometer, (Dry Bulb.) Jas. Green 7240 Outside Pilot house 13 Feb. 90 " No Error
Thermometer, (Wet Bulb.)(Psychrometer.) Jas. Green. 7239 Outside Pilot house 13 Feb. 90 " No Error
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11 November 1890
Armament of the USS...
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19 November 89
sitka alaska
Lat 57.03, Long -135.32
Table of Deviation of the Standard Compass N°.... on board USS ...
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san jose guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
Water expended during the preceding 24 hours, 243 gallons.
Water remaining on hand fit for use at Noon, 3444 "
Coal consumed during the preceding 24 hours, 2010 lbs.
Coal remaining on hand at Noon, 141 " 860 "
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16 August 1890
Mid to 4 A.M. Cloudy first part, clearing latter part. Light rain first hour. Lighting around horizon. Light airs to gentle breeze from North to N.W. Falling barometer. At 2.30 sighted mast-head light of streamer standing in to San Jose from Southward and Eastward. Fires light banked. Steamer anchored well out.
4 to 8 A.M. Cloudy and warm. Light airs and breezes unsteady in direction. Barometer steady. At 5.40 A.M. the Pacific Mail Str. City of New York came in from the Southward and Eastward, bound North. At 5.45 A.M. the Pacific Mail Str San José came in from the Northward and Westward bound South. Sent a boarding officer to them, receiving the U.S. Mail from the latter. Fires banked.
Pacific Mail Str City of New York - At 5.40 A.M. the Pacific Mail Str City of New York came in from Southward and Eastward, bound North.
Pacific Mail Str San José - At 545 A.M. the Pacific Mail Str San José came in from the Northward and Westward bound South.
8 A.M. to merid. Cloudy and warm. Light airs from West, shifting to W.S.W. at 11.30. Barometer steady. 9.30 A.M. loosed sail.
Merid to 4 A.M. Cloudy. Light airs to light breeze from S.W. to West. Barometer falling slowly. At 1.30 shortened sail and 3.30 furled sail. Banked fires.
4 to 6 P.M. Cloudy. Light breeze from North. Barometer steady. At 5.30 P.M. Str City of New York shifted anchorage further out.
6 to 8 A.M. Cloudy and warm. Light airs from N.N.W. Barometer falling. Sent mail to P.M. Str City of New York.
8 P.M. to mid. Cloudy and warm. Light breeze from E. by N shifting to South at 11.15. Barometer steady.
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
Water expended during the preceding 24 hours, 243 gallons.
Water remaining on hand fit for use at Noon, 3201 "
Coal consumed during the preceding 24 hours, 1 tons 150 lbs.
Coal remaining on hand at Noon, 140 " 710 "
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17 August 1890
coal: 46 1180/2240 tons -
Mid to 4 A.M. Cloudy first part. Fair latter part of watch. Light airs from North and N.E. Barometer falling.
4 to 8 A.M. Fair and warm. Light airs from N.E. to E.N.E. Rising barometer. Made porparations for coaling ship.
8 A.M. to Merid. Cloudy and warm. Light airs and calms. Barometer rising. At 11.40 coal lighter came alongside from steamer City of New York. At 11.45 commenced coaling. Received 113 bags of coal.
coal: 113 bags -
Merid to 4 A.M. Cloudy and warm. Light airs from S.W., shifting at 3.30" to N.N.W in a land squall. Barometer steady. Received 224 bags of coal from lighter from P.M.M.S. City of New York.
coal: 224 bags -
P.M.S.S. City of New York - Received from lighter from P.M.S.S. City of New York
4 to 6 P.M. Cloudy. Light breeze from N.W and N.N.W. Barometer steady. Finished coaling ship received in al 46 1180/2240 Tons. Banked fires.
coal: 46 1180/2240 Tons - received in all
6 to 8 P.M. Cloudy. Lighting around horizon. Light airs and breezes from N.W and North. P. M. Str City of New York left at 8.00 P.M.
8 P.M. to mid. Clear and warm. Light airs from North. Barometer steady. Moderate squall from Southward. At 9.40 thr P.M. Str. San Jose left the port standing to the Eastward.
P.M. Str. San Jose - left the port standing to the Eastward
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san jose guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
Water expended during the preceding 24 hours, 306 gallons.
Water distilled during the preceding 24 hours, 62 "
Water remaining on hand fit for use at Noon, 2757 "
Coal consumed during the preceding 24 hours, 1 tons 625 lbs.
Coal remaining on hand at Noon, 185 " 1265 "
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18 August 1890
Sen Galindo Salvadorian Envoy & servant were received on board at request of American Minister to be transported to Acajutla.
Mid to 4 A.M. Clear and mild. Calm and light airs from North. Barometer falling slowly. Moderate swell from South. Ship rolling deeply.
4 to 8 A.M. Fair. Light airs from North and N.E. Barometer rising.
8 A.M. to Merid. Partially clear, hazy around horizon. Light to gentle breeze from East to S.E. by E. Barometer rising first part, falling latter part. At 10.00 inspected crew at quarters and commenced as follows.- 1st div Garat gun drill, 2nd and Navigator's divisions at infantry. 3rd division at Gatling gun, Powder div. in instructions at General and fire quarters.
Merid to 4 P.M. Clear and warm. Light to gentle breeze from South. Barometer Falling slowly. Moderate swell from South. By order of Commanding Officer the following men were rated to take effect August 1st 1890.- C. Broad(lds) to Quarter Gunner. James Slack (Sea) to Coxswain. S. P. Rasmussen(Lds) to Coal-heaver, M. Mc. Namara (Sea) to Boatswain's Mate.
C. Broad(lds) - rated to Quarter Gunner by order of Commanding Officer
James Slack (sea) - rated to Coxswain by order of Commanding Officer
A. P. Rasmussen (Lds) - rated to Coal-heaver by order of Commanding Officer
M. Mc. Namara (Sea) - rated to Boatswain's Mate by order of Commanding Officer
4 to 6 P.M. Fair and warm. Light breeze from S.W. Barometer steady.
6 to 8 P.M. Cloudy. Light airs to light breeze from S. W. to West. Barometer rising. At 7.30 called all hands up anchor and at 7.45 Put ship on course E.S.E. 5/8 E(p.c). patent log 38.7. Draught of ship. 15 part forward and 17 prt in aft. San Galmida Salvadorian Envoy + s~~ant took received on board at request of American Minister to be transported to Acajutla.
San Galmida Salvadorian Envoy - received on board at request of American Minister to be transported to Acajutla
8 P.M. to Mid. Fair. Lighting around horizon. Calms followed by light breezes from E.N.E to N.E. Falling barometer. At 10.30 set jibs and fore and main topmast staysails. At 11.30 made all fore and aft sail. On course E.S.E. 5/8 E per standard compass. Steam 56. Revolutions 57. Increased coal allowance to 12 Tons from 9 o'clock.
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acajutla san salvador
Lat 25.8, Long -171.7
Course and distance made good since preceding noon by observations, 81 knots.
Water expended during the preceding 24 hours, 301 gallons.
Water distilled during the preceding 24 hours, 45 "
Water remaining on hand fit for use at Noon, 2501 "
Coal consumed during the preceding 24 hours, 7 tons 1710 lbs.
Coal remaining on hand at Noon, 177 " 1595 "
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19 August 1890
bearings of anchorage as follows pier head e by spc remedios pt sse 14 e pc ships head enepc
Lat 38.5, Long 32.6
At 6.20 a salute of 12 guns was fired from shore in honor of the ship. At 6.30 Commandant of Port oaid an official visit to the ship and on his departure was accompanied by Sen Galindo and servant. Sent an officer on shore to communicate with US Consular Agent.
Mid to 4 A.M. Cloudy and warm with faint lighting. Light airs and breezes from N.N.E. Smooth sea. At 12.35 sighted breakers in port fore and abeam. At 1.15 A.M. breakers fore abeam. At 12.45 A.M. changed course to S.E. by E 7/8 E(p.c), at 1.15 to E.S.E, at 1.30 to E.S.E 1/4 E, at 3.50 to E. 3/4 S(p.c). At 3.45 A.M sighted Acajutla lights 1 1/2 points of port bow. Steam 58. Revolutions 62. At 4.00 took in fore + aft sail.
4 to 8 A.M. Weather cloudy and warm. Light airs and breezes from North + East, shifting in a squall to S.E 7.10. Barometer steady. Smooth sea. Ship under steam alone. At 4.46 came to with port anchor off Acajutla, San Salvador, in 9 1/2 fathoms water, soft bottom, veering to 30 fathoms chain. Bearings of anchorage as follows. Pier head E by S(p.c). Remedios Pt. S.S.E 1/4 E. (p.c). Ships head E.N.E.(p.c). At 6.20 a salute of 12 guns was fired from shoor in honor of the ship. At 6.30 Commadante of Port paid an official visit to the ship and on his departure was accompanied by San Galinda and servant. Sent an officer on shoor to communicate with U.S. Consulat Agent. At 7.25 got underway and stood to Southward and Eastward. ~ork departure from anchorage. At 7.50 set fore + aft sail except main topgallant staysail + flying jib. Steam 58.1 Revolutions 55.
San Galinda - At 6.30 Commadante of Port paid an official visit to the ship and on his departure was accompanied by San Galinda and servant
8 A.M to Merid. Cloudy first part, fair latter part of watch. Gentle breezes to light airs from S.E, N. E, and North. Barometer falling. At 9.04 changed course to E.S.E. 7/8 E(p.c) At 9.00 took in all fore and aft sail and set it again at 9.30. Steam 56. Revolutions 57.
Merid to 4 P.M. Fair and warm. Heavy squalls to Northward and Eastward at End of watch accompanied by thunder and lighting. Light airs increasing to gentle breezes shifting from S.S.E. to S.S.W. by End of watch. Barometer falling. Reduced coal allowance to 8 Tons from 1 P.M. and slowed down to 50 revolutions from 3 P.M. Send out monthly money. On course E.S.E 7/8 E.(p.c). Steam 54 Revolutions. 57
4 to 6 P.M. Cloudy and warm. Rain squalls overhead. Light breeze from S.W to W.S.W. Barometer steady. Smooth sea. At 5.50 P.M. took in fore + aft sail. Steam 50 Revolutions 54. On course E.S.E 7/8 E.(p.c).
6 to 8 P.M. Cloudy and warm. Threatening rain. Frequent lighting. Barometer steady. Light breeze from N.W. Smooth sea. Under steam alone. Course E.S.E 7/8 E (p.c). Patend log 70.7. Steam 50 Revolutions. 54
8 P.M. to mid. Cloudy and squally with rain. Light to stiff breeze from N.W to N.E. Barometer fluctuating. Under steam alone. Ship on course E.S.E. 7/8 E.(p.c). Steam 50 Revolutions 51
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at sea at anchor off la union san salvador
Lat , Long
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20 August 1890
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la union san salvador
Lat , Long
Water expended during the preceding 24 hours, 243 gallons.
Water remaining on hand fit for use at Noon, 2173 "
Coal consumed during the preceding 24 hours, 965 lbs.
Coal remaining on hand at Noon, 169 " 340 "
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21 August 1890
Mid to 4 A.M. Cloudy and warm. Light airs from N.W to S.W. Barometer falling. Ship swung to flood tide about 1.00 A.M.
4 to 8 A.M. Cloudy and warm. Calms and light airs from West to N.W. Rising barometer. Ship swung to ebb at 7.30. At 8.00 the Commanding Officer left the ship to pay an official visit on shoor.
8 A.M to merid. Fair and warm. Light airs and calms. Barometer rising. Ebb tide. Engaged in painting ship outside. At 8.30 started fires in starboard distilliary boiler.
Merid to 4 P.M. Cloudy and warm. Light breeze from East and S.E. Barometer steady. Painted starboard side of ship. Hauled fires under starboard distilliary at 1.00 P.M. Swung to flood tide at 1.00 P.M.
4 to 6 P.M. Cloudy. Light to gentle breeze from N.W. and S.W. Barometer rising slowly.
6 to 8 P.M. Overcast and cloudy with light rain last hour. Heavy rain accompanied by thunder and lightning to Eastward. Light breeze from N.W falling to light airs. Rising barometer.
8 P.M to Mid. Cloudy and rainy. first three hours then clearing. Calms and light variable airs. Barometer steady.
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la union san salvador
Lat , Long
Water expended during the preceding 24 hours, 228 gallons.
Water remaining on hand fit for use at Noon, 1945 "
Coal consumed during the preceding 24 hours, tons 300 lbs.
Coal remaining on hand at Noon, 169 " 40 "
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22 August 1890
Mid to 4 A.M. Fair and pleasant. Light airs from N.W. + Calm. Occasional lighting. Swung to flood tide at 1.00
4 to 8 A.M. Cloudy. Calm. light airs from S.W., West and N.W. Barometer rising.
8 A.M. to Merid. Fair and warm. Calm followed by light airs to gentle breeze from E.N.E. to S.E. Barometer falling. At 9.00 loosed sail. At 9.30 c~~~aird at fire quarters. Received fresh meat from shoor. At 11.45 the U.S. Consular Agent and French Consul paid a visit to the ship. Swung to ebb tide at 8.30.
Merid to 4 P.M. Fair and warm. Rain squalls to the Southward. Light to gentle breeze from E.S.E. to S.E. shifting to W.S.W. third hour. Barometer falling. At 1.00 P.M swung ~~ooss wind and tide. At 2.00 P.M. finished swinging to the flood. At 1.00 P.M. shortened sail. At 3.30 P.M. furled sail.
4 to 6 P.M. Cloudy and warm. Light airs from S.E. shifting to W.S.W. Barometer steady. Flood tide. At 4.05 U.S. Consular Agent and French Consul left the ship.
6 to 8 P.M. Cloudy. Calm to light airs from West and N.E. Barometer steady.
8 P.M. to Mid. Overcast and cloudy with rain squalls accompanied by thunder and lighting. Heavy rain Fall + storm 9.00 and 10.00. Light airs to gentle breeze from West to N.N.W. Rising barometer.
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at anchor off la union san salvador at sea at anchor off amapala honduras
Lat 39.6, Long 2.6
Course and distance made good since preceding noon by observations, 11 knots. / tenths.
Water expended during the preceding 24 hours, 243 gallons.
Water remaining on hand fit for use at Noon, 1801 "
Coal consumed during the preceding 24 hours, 2 tons 285 lbs.
Coal remaining on hand at Noon, 166 " 1995 "
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23 August 1890
from la union to amapala
Lat 39.6, Long 2.6
Mid to 4 A.M. cloudy and warm, faint lighting. Light airs to gentle breeze from S.W. to West. Barometer steady. At 1.30 A.m. commenced swinging to flood tide, 30 minutes.
4 to 8 A.M. Cloudy and warm. Light airs from North, West and N.W. Barometer steady. Started fires at 6.00 under main boiler. Flood tide.
8 A.M. to merid. Cloudy. Calm to light airs from E.S.E. + S.E. Barometer falling. At 9.53 called all hands up anchor and at 10.00 got underway. Ship under steam alone. Commanding Officer conning. Steam 56 Revolutions 55
Merid to 4 P.M. Fair. Cloudy toward end of watch. Light airs and breeze increasing to stiff breeze from S.W. Barometer falling. On passage from La Union to Amapala Commanding Officer conning ship. At 1.50 P.m let go port anchor in 4 1/2 fathoms, water end veered to 15 fathoms later. Bearings from anchorage. - Pier Head Amapala, S 3/4 E(p.c). North point of Sigar Island E. by S(p.c). Ships head N.N.W 1/2 W(p.c). Banked fires and commenced distilling. Sent boat with officer to communicate with U.S. Consular Agent, and brough the Agent on board. At 3.30 the U.S. Consular Agent left the ship. The Navigating Officer took sounding around anchorage.
4 to 6 P.M. Cloudy, threatening and warm. Moderate to stiff breeze from S.W. Barometer steady. Flood tide. Commanding Officer paid an official visit on shoor. Distilling.
6 to 8 P.M. Overcast and unsettled. Barometer rising. At 7.05 wind shifted in + wind and raind squall to E.S.E,. lasting until 7.45. At 7.06 let got starboard anchor to poerand dragging; secured chain, 22 1/2 fathoms at steam winch. Frequent lightning and thunder during watch.
8 P.M. to mid. Overcast, cloudy, rainy and squally. Light to gentle breeze from E.s.E. + N.N.W. Barometer steady. At 8.00 hour up starboard bo~~~ anchor and got steady to let go again from the Capstan. Banked fires.
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amapala honduras
Lat 39.6, Long 2.6
Course and distance made good since preceding noon by observations, 10 knots. 4 tenths.
Water expended during the preceding 24 hours, 218 gallons.
Water distilled during the preceding 24 hours, 525 "
Water remaining on hand fit for use at Noon, 2108 "
Coal consumed during the preceding 24 hours, 2 tons 380 lbs.
Coal remaining on hand at Noon, 164 " 1615 "
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24 August 1890
Mid to 4 A.M. Overcast and cloudy first part, clearing latter part. Lighting around horizon. Calms with light airs and breezes from N.E. and N.W. Falling barometer. Commenced swinging to flood tide at 2.00 and finished swinging at 2.40. Fires banked. Distilling.
4 to 8 A.M. cloudy and warm. Light airs and calms. Barometer rising. At 6.30 A.M catted starboard anchor. At 7.10 loosed sail. Distilling.
8 A.M. to Merid. Fair and warm. Light airs from East. Barometer steady. At 9.30 Commanding Officer inspected crew and ship. Swung to ebb at 9.15 A.M. At 11.30 shortened sail. Distilling.
Merid to 4 P.M. Fair. Light airs to gentle breeze from South and s.W. Barometer falling. At 1.30 furled sail. Banked fires. Distilling.
4 to 6 P.M. Fair. Gentle to moderate breeze from s.w. Slight rise in barometer. Fires banked. Distilling.
6 to 8 P.M. Cloudy and warm. Light breeze from s.w. Barometer steady. Flood tide. Distilling.
8 P.M. to mid. Overcast and cloudy. At 10.00 wind shifted to E.N.E. and ship swung to ebb tide. At 10.30 light fall of rain which continued to end of watch. Barometer steady.
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at anchor off amapala honduras
Lat 39.6, Long 2.6
Water expended during the preceding 24 hours, 316 gallons.
Water distilled during the preceding 24 hours, 550 "
Water remaining on hand fit for use at Noon, 2342 "
Coal consumed during the preceding 24 hours, 2 tons 285 lbs.
Coal remaining on hand at Noon, 162 " 1330 "
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25 August 1890
Mid to 4 A.M. Cloudy. Light to gentle breeze from East +E.S.E. Barometer nearly steady. Lighting around horizon. Banked fires. Distilling.
4 to 8 A.M. Cloudy. Gentle breeze from East falling to calms and variable light airs. Barometer rising. Fires banked. Distilling.
8 A.M to Merid. Fair and warm. Calms and variable light airs and breezes. Barometer steady. At 8.40 Commandant of Port paid an official visit to the ship. At 9.30 inspected crew at quarters and er~eisch 1st and Powder division at pistols, 2nd division at infantry and 3rd division at Gatling gun drill. Received on board for transportation to La Libertad four American minsts; rj. D. Maclaughlin, John Demser, Henry Sheck, Charlis Condiet. Engaged in making preparations for sea.
D. Maclaughlin - Received on board for transportation to La Libertad four American minsts; rj.
Charlis Condiet - Received on board for transportation to La Libertad four American minsts
Henry Sheck - Received on board for transportation to La Libertad four American minsts
John Demser - Received on board for transportation to La Libertad four American minsts
Merid to 4 P.M. Fair and warm. Light airs and breeze from S.E to S.W. by S. Barometer falling. At 12.50 got underway and steamed out of the harbor. At 2.15 set course to S.W 1/4 W(p.c). Draught of ship, 14 feet for'd, 17 ft 3 in aft. At 4.00 P.m Amapala Pt foor five points abaft starboard beam. Pat. log. 77.0. Revolutions 55. Steam 50. Light sea swell from s.s.w.
4 to 6 P.M. Cloudy. Light to gentle breeze from S.W by S S.W. Barometer steady. Ship under steam alone. At 4.20 changed course to W.S.W 5/8 W(p.c). Steam 56. Revolutions 63.
6 to 8 P.M. Cloudy. Gentle breeze from S.W. Barometer rising. At 7.45 passed P.M. steamer bound to the Eastward. Expanded our Tery night signal in exchanging salute. On course W.S.W 5/8 W(p.c) Steam 56. Revolutions 63.
8 P.M to mid. Cloudyand warm. Rain squall around the horizon. Light to gentle breeze from West to N. by W. Barometer falling slowly. Light swell from W.S.W. At 10.13 changed course to W by N(p.c). At 10.45 set fore and aft sail except flying jib and main staysail Steam 52. Revolutions 62.
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at sea and at anchor off la libertad san salvador at sea
Lat 36.1, Long -5.3
Course and distance made good since preceding noon by observation 116 knots. 8 tenths.
Water expended during the preceding 24 hours, 269 gallons.
Water distilled during the preceding 24 hours, 37 "
Water remaining on hand fit for use at Noon, 2,002 "
Coal consumed during the preceding 24 hours, 8 tons 1665 lbs.
Coal remaining on hand at Noon, 153 " 905 "
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26 August 1890
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at sea at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
Course and distance made good since preceding noon by observations, 93 knots, 0 tenths.
Water expended during the preceding 24 hours, 234 gallons.
Water distilled during the preceding 24 hours, 163 "
Water remaining on hand fit for use at Noon, 1931 "
Coal consumed during the preceding 24 hours, 7 tons 770 lbs.
Coal remaining on hand at Noon, 146 135
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27 August 1890
Mid to 4 A.M. Fair and warm. Faint lighting. Light airs and breeze from N.W. to N.N.W. Barometer falling. Smooth sea. At 1.45 set fore and aft sails and at 3.45 took them in. Course W.N.W 1/4 W(p.c) Steam 57 lbs. Revolutions 62.
4 to 8 A.M. Cloudy and warm. Light airs from N.W. and N.N.E. Barometer rising. Under steam alone. Smooth sea. Course W.N.W 1/4 W(p.c). At 5.45 sighted San Jose pr. Guatemala ahead, and U.S.S. Ranger 1/4 point of port beam. At 6.20 exchanged numbers with U.S.S. Ranger and made Inter 1211, Ranger answered 904. At 7.34 came to with starboard anchor in 13 1/2 fathoms water, soft bottom, veering to 45 fathoms chain. Bearings of anchorage as follows. first end of village N by W 1/4 W(p.c), East end of village N 1/2 W(p.c). ships head E.S.E 1/2 E.(p.c), Steam 56. Revolutions 62. Draught of ship 14 feet foo'd, 17 feet 3 in aft
8 A.m to merid. Fair. Calm to light airs from S.E. Barometer steady. At 9.30 inspected
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san jose guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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28 August 1890
At 12.50 Commanding Officer of the USS Ranger left the ship. At 2.45 received an official signal from USS Ranger to Capt Stockton, Repair on board the Acapulco. Signed Capt Reiter.
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san jose guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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29 August 1890
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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30 August 1890
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san jose guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
Water expended during the preceding 24 hours, 203 gallons.
Water remaining on hand fit for use at Noon, 2899 "
Coal consumed during the preceding 24 hours, tons 2010 lbs.
Coal remaining on hand at Noon, 139 " 1410 "
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31 August 1890
Mid to 4 A.M. Cloudy with rain squalls around horizon, light passing shower clearing first hour. Faint lighting. Barometer steady. Light, increasing to moderate breeze from N.E by N.W. E by N. Fires banked.
4 to 8 A.M. Fair and warm. Gentle breeze from Eastward, diminishing to light airs after 7.00. Barometer rising slowly. Light sea swell from S.E. by E. Fires banked.
8 A.M. to Merid. Fair. Light airs to light breeze from E.N.E to S.E. Barometer falling. At about 8.30 the 2nd whahboat while lying alongside the pier, was overturned by a sea, resulting in the loss of 59 lbs of beef + 1 lbs bread, our boat ~nch~~ and the boat's rudder. Sent the 4th whaleboat and Dinghy to the 2nd whaleboat's assistance and towed her off to the ship. At 9.30 Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters. Fires banked.
Merid to 4 A.M. Fair. Light airs from S.E. and S.S.E. Barometer falling. Fires banked.
4 to 6 P.M. Fair and warm. Light to gentle breeze from South. Barometer steady. Rain squalls overland. Fires banked.
6 to 8 P.M. Fair and warm. Light airs from S.S.E. Barometer steady. Fires banked.
8 P.M. to mid. Cloudy. Light breeze from North to N.E. Barometer rising. At 11.00 P.m Str San Blas got underway and proceeded to sea. Raining last hour of watch. Fires banked.
Str San Blas - At 11.00 P.m Str San Blas got underway and proceeded to sea.
LOGS FOR SEPTEMBER 1890
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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1 September 1890
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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2 September 1890
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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3 September 1890
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san jose guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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4 September 1890
At 3.20 the USS Ranger made signal 3093 and Lt Commander Chas. N. Stockton USN reported on board in obedience thereto.
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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5 September 1890
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 9.92, Long -84.07
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6 September 1890
PM Steamer San Juan - left the port for Panama
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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7 September 1890
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at anchor off san jose guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
Water expended during the preceding 24 hours, 230 gallons.
Water distilled during the preceding 24 hours, 50 "
Water remaining on hand fit for use at Noon, 2533 "
Coal consumed during the preceding 24 hours, 1 tons 245 lbs.
Coal remaining on hand at Noon, 129 " 1745 "
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8 September 1890
Mid to 4 A.M. Cloudy, charming weather. Rain first-hour, rain squalls around horizon. Light airs and breezes from N.N.E to E.S.E. Barometer falling. Fires banked.
4 to 8 A.M. Cloudy and warm. Light airs from N.E. Barometer steady. Light passing showers at 6.00. Fires banked.
8 A.M to Merid. Cloudy with heavy rain last hour of watch. Light to moderate breeze from S.E to South. Barometer fluctuating. Commanding Officer awarded the following punishments, A. Klynarm(o.s) 3 days extra duty, carelessness; W. Maddoor (o.s) 3 days extra duty, clothes in lucky bag; O.E. Dory (o.s), 3 days extra duty, clothes in lucky bad; W. Godher(sea); with extra duty, rig lack of duty. At 9.30 inspected crew at quarters and drilled at infantry tactics. Commenced distilling at 9.00. Fires banked.
A. Klynsarm(o.s) - Commanding Officer awarded the following punishments, A. Klynarm(o.s) 3 days extra duty, carelessness;
W. Maddoor (o.s) - Awarded the following punishment by Commanding Officer: W. Maddoor (o.s) 3 days extra duty, clothes in lucky bag;
O. E. Dory(o.s) - 3 days extra duty, clothes in lucky bag
W. Godher (sea) - with extra duty, rig lack of duty.
Merid to 4 P.M. Cloudy. Light rain at intervals. Light airs to gentle breeze from S.S.W first three hours, then light airs from North. Falling barometer. La Commander Chas. H. Stockton u.s.s returned from below. Distilling. Fires banked.
La Commandar Chas. H. Stockton - La Commander Chas. H. Stockton u.s.s returned from below.
4 to 6 P.M. Cloudy and warm. Light breeze from N.N.E. Barometer rising very slightly. Fires banked. Distilling.
6 to 8 P.M. Cloudy and threatening rain. Light rain at 7.10. Gentle breeze from N.N.E. shifting to East and E.S.E. last hour. Barometer steady. Fires banked. Distilling.
8 P.M. to Mid. Cloudy. Light showers of rain. Calm to light airs from E.N.E. and E by S. Barometer rising. Fires banked. Distilling.
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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9 September 1890
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
Water expended during the preceding 24 hours, 178 gallons.
Water distilled during the preceding 24 hours, 610 "
Water remaining on hand fit for use at Noon, 3555 "
Coal consumed during the preceding 24 hours, 2 tons - lbs.
Coal remaining on hand at Noon, 125 " 1365 "
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10 September 1890
Mid to 4 A.M. Cloudy. Light airs to gentle breeze from N.N.E. and North. Barometer falling first part, steady latter part of watch. Light drizzling rain last hour. Fires banked. Distilling.
4 to 8 A.M. Cloudy. Light airs and breezes from North, N.W and N.N.E. Barometer rising. At 5.40 the Pacific Mail Steamer Clyde came in and anchored off pier. Fires banked. Distilling
Pacific Mail Steamer Clyde - At 5.40 the Pacific Mail Steamer Clyde came in and anchored off pier.
8 A.m to Merid. Cloudy and warm. Gentle to moderate breeze from N.N.E first hour, and from S.S.E and E.S.E last hours. Barometer rising slowly. Quarters for inspection at 9.30. Lieut A. P. Osborn U.S.N left the ship on three days leave of absence. Stopped distilling at 8.15 A.M. Fires banked.
Lieut A. P. Osborn U.S.N - left the ship on three days leave of absence.
Merid to 4 P.M. Weather fair and warm. Barometer falling slowly. Gentle to moderate breeze from S.E and S.S.E. moderate and from S.E. At 3.00 veered starboard chain to 45 fathoms under waters edge. Fires banked.
4 to 6 P.M. Cloudy. Gentle breeze from S.E. Barometer rising. Fires banked
6 to 8 P.M. Cloudy. Gentle breeze to light airs from N.N.W. Barometer falling slowly. Fires banked.
8 P.M. to Mid. Fair and pleasant with threatening appearance to the Northward. Gentle breeze from North and N.N.E. Barometer about steady. Fires banked.
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
Water expended during the preceding 24 hours, 210 gallons.
Water remaining on hand fit for use at Noon, 3345 "
Coal consumed during the preceding 24 hours tons 2010 lbs.
Coal remaining on hand at Noon, 124 " 1595 "
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11 September 1890
Lieut Commander Chas. ~ Stockton - Commander, U.S. Navy
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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12 September 1890
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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13 September 1890
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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14 September 1890
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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15 September 1890
At 8.00am dressed ship mast-head with Guatamalian flag at the main in honor of the anniversary of Guatamalian Independence.
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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16 September 1890
PMSS Cohima arrived at 6.05 from San Francisco. Sent an officer to board her and the PMSS Acapulco. Received mail from the Cohima.
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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17 September 1890
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Lat 13.82, Long -91.47
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18 September 1890
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Lat 14.47, Long -94.12
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19 September 1899
Luit Commander Chas. N. Stachton - Under the command of
mid to 4 A. M.
Partially cloudy. Light to gentle breeze from N. N. W. Barometer falling slowly. Smooth sea. ~~~ (p.c). Fore and aft sail set except main staysail. Patent log 18.2. Revolutions 61.5. Stram 59. ~~ Ensign u. s. n.
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8 A. M to Merid. Fair and warm. Rain squall with thunder and lightning to Southwest & Eastward last hour. Light airs and breeze from N. W. Barometer rising first-part, falling last-part. At 930 exercised ~~ quarters. From 950 to 1000 exercised at target practice with Gatling Guns and Hotchkiss Rifle. Expended 350 rounds small arm ammunition and 12 rounds Hotchkiss shell. During this time ship manoeuvred around target. Set course ~~ (p c) at 10.40. Stram 09. Revolutions 54. ~~ Howard. Ensign u.s.n
4 to 6 P. M. Fair and warm. Light breeze from N. N. W. and N.W. Rising barometer. Moderate sea, swell from N. N. W. Patent log 109.0. All fore and aft sail set except main staysail. Stram 56. Revolutions 59.5. ~~ Ensign u.s.n
8 P. M. to mid. Cloudy and squally. Heavy rain squall accompanied by thunder and lightning from N. W. second hour. Calm and light rains from N. N. W. first hour. Gentle to stiff breeze hauling from N.W. to S. E. and back to North. Slight fall in barometer. At 9.00 took in fore and aft sail. On course W. N. W. 3/4 W (p.c). Stram 54. Revolutions 58. U. L Howard Ensign u.s.n
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Lat 15.42, Long -96.88
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20 September 1890
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Lat 16.15, Long -99.18
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21 October 1890
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at anchor off acapulco mexico
Lat 55.0, Long -1.5
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22 September 1890
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at anchor off acapulco mexico
Lat 55.0, Long -1.5
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23 September 1890
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at anchor off acapulco mexico
Lat 55.0, Long -1.5
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24 September 1890
James Smith (1st CF) was found under the influence of liquor and was grossly insolent to the Chief Engineer. James Slade (Cox) was found drunk while in charge of boat. By order of Commanding Officer placed both men in double irons for safe keeping until sober.
At 10.30 found that the catamaran had been stolen from ship and sent 2nd whaleboat to find it. At 11.50 the whaleboat returned having failed to find catamaran.
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at anchor off acupulco mexico
Lat 55.0, Long -1.5
Water expended during the preceding 24 hours, 225 gallons.
Water distilled during the preceding 24 hours, 425 "
Water remaining on hand fit for use at Noon, 2750 "
Coal consumed during the preceding 24 hours, 1 tons 349 lbs.
Coal remaining on hand at Noon, 64 " 290 "
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25 September 1890
By order of Commanding Officer released from double irons J. Slade (Cox) and J. Smith (1st CF). By order of Commanding Officer placed in confinement James Reilly(OS), C. Thorson (Mach) & R.J. Orsen (2nd CF) in double irons for safe keeping to await in vestigation, having taken the catamaran without permission during the night and returning in the same at 5.40am. J. Reilly (OS) drunk and disorderly, C. Thorson (Mach) drunk and R.J. Orsen (2nd CF) sober.
Mid to 4 A.M. Cloudy. Calm and light airs from North. Slight fall in barometer. Distilling.
4 to 8 A.M. Cloudy and warm. Light airs and calms. Barometer about steady. By order of Commanding Officer released from double irons J. Slade (Cox) and J. Smith (1st C.H). By order of Commanding Officer placed in confinement James Reilly (o.s.), C. Hoosor (Mach) & R. J. Oosron (2nd bj.) in double irons for safe keeping to await investigation, haring taker the Catasmaran without permission during the night and returning in the same at 5.40 A.M. - J. Reilly (os) drunk and disorderly. C. Hoosor(mach) drunk and R. J. Orsen (2nd C.S.) sober. Received on board in Pay Department 52 lbs vegetables, 52 lbs fresh meat and 41 lbs bread. Distilling. At 6.00 A.M. Ten (10) men from shoor began coaling ship.
8 A.M. to Merid. Fair and warm. Calm and light airs from W.S.W. Barometer steady. By order of Commanding Officer disrated J. Slade (Cox) to seaman for being drunk on duty. Coaling ship from lighters alongside. Ten (10) men from shoor at work coaling ship. Distilling.
Merid to 4 P.M. Fair. Light to gentle breeze from W.S.W. Barometer steady. Coaling ship. By order of Commanding Officer released James Reilly(o.s) from the brig and placed him in double irons. At 4 P.m discharged the ten (10) men employed from shoor to assist in coaling ship. By order of Commanding Officer confined James Smith (1st C. J.) in solitary confinement for five days for being drunk and insolent and refusing to obey the orders of Chief Engineer. Fires in starboard donkey boiler. Distilling.
4 to 6 P.M. Cloudy. Light airs from W.S.W. Barometer steady. Distilling.
6 to 8 P.M. Cloudy and warm. Light airs unsteady in direction. Barometer steady. Distilling.
8 P.M to mid. Cloudy and warm. Calm and light airs from North. Barometer steady. Distilling.
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at anchor off acapulco mexico
Lat 55.0, Long -1.5
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26 September 1890
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acapulco mexico
Lat 16.60, Long -99.70
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27 September 1890
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at sea
Lat 15.55, Long -97.10
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28 September 1890
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at sea
Lat 15.00, Long -95.28
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29 September 1890
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at sea
Lat 14.58, Long -94.72
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30 September 1890
LOGS FOR OCTOBER 1890
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at sea
Lat 14.28, Long -93.33
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1 October 1890
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at sea at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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2 October 1890
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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3 October 1890
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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4 October 1890
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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5 October 1890
Read the following sentences of the Summary Court Martial held on this ship Sep 27th, 29th, 30th and Oct 1st of which Lt. A.P. Osborn USN was Senior member, approved by the Commanding Officer Oct 3rd, excepting somuch of the sentence as relates to the loss of pay which are referred to the Hon. Sec. of the Navy - R.J. Orsen (2nd CF) reduced to Coal-heaver and loss of one months pay amounting to thirty-one(31) dollars. James reilly (OS) solitary confinement double irons ten days. Extra police duries one month and loss of one month's pay amounting to nineteen(19) dollars. Carl Thorsen (Mach) reduced to First class Fireman and loss of one month's pay amounting to seventy (70) dollars. Quarterly Board of Survey Lt. G.W. Denfeld USN Senior Member, condemned 2 lbs cranberries and by order of Commanding Officer, threw cranberries overboard.
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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6 October 1890
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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7 October 1890
Passed Asst. Surgeon J.S. Sayer, USN of the Ranger and Asst Surgeon G.B. Wilson, USN of this ship, as members of a Board of Survey appointed by Lt. Commander Geo. C. reiter, USN, Senior Officer Present, held a survey on George W. Harrten (1st C. Fireman).
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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8 October 1890
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at anchor off san josé guatemala
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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9 October 1890
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at anchor off san josé guatemala at sea
Lat 35.9, Long 14.4
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10 October 1890
5145bc51a2fc8ee8920017cd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_063_0.jpg)
Lat 14.72, Long -92.62
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11 October 1890
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Lat 15.47, Long -94.95
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12 October 1890
5145bc51a2fc8ee8920017d5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_065_0.jpg)
Lat 15.68, Long -97.12
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13 October 1890
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Lat 16.32, Long -99.25
5145bc51a2fc8ee8920017db: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_066_1.jpg)
14 October 1890
5145bc51a2fc8ee8920017dd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_067_0.jpg)
Lat 17.37, Long -101.97
5145bc51a2fc8ee8920017df: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_067_1.jpg)
15 October 1890
5145bc51a2fc8ee8920017e1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_068_0.jpg)
Lat 18.52, Long -104.10
5145bc51a2fc8ee8920017e3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_068_1.jpg)
16 October 1890
5145bc51a2fc8ee8920017e5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_069_0.jpg)
Lat 19.93, Long -106.48
5145bc51a2fc8ee8920017e7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_069_1.jpg)
17 October 1890
5145bc51a2fc8ee8920017e9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_070_0.jpg)
Lat 21.30, Long -108.55
5145bc51a2fc8ee8920017eb: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_070_1.jpg)
18 October 1890
5145bc51a2fc8ee8920017ed: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_071_0.jpg)
Lat 23.07, Long -110.12
5145bc51a2fc8ee8920017ef: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_071_1.jpg)
19 October 1890
5145bc51a2fc8ee8920017f1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_072_0.jpg)
Lat 24.32, Long -111.80
5145bc51a2fc8ee8920017f3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_072_1.jpg)
20 October 1890
5145bc51a2fc8ee8920017f5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_073_0.jpg)
Lat 26.40, Long -112.77
5145bc51a2fc8ee8920017f7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_073_1.jpg)
21 October 1890
5145bc52a2fc8ee8920017f9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_074_0.jpg)
at sea at anchor off port san bartolomé mexico at sea
Lat 29.9, Long 32.6
5145bc52a2fc8ee8920017fb: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_074_1.jpg)
22 October 1890
5145bc52a2fc8ee8920017fd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_075_0.jpg)
Lat 29.32, Long -116.27
5145bc52a2fc8ee8920017ff: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_075_1.jpg)
23 October 1890
5145bc52a2fc8ee892001801: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_076_0.jpg)
Lat 31.58, Long -117.57
5145bc52a2fc8ee892001803: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_076_1.jpg)
24 October 1890
5145bc52a2fc8ee892001805: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_077_0.jpg)
Lat 32.97, Long -119.25
5145bc52a2fc8ee892001807: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_077_1.jpg)
25 October 1890
5145bc52a2fc8ee892001809: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_078_0.jpg)
Lat 34.85, Long -121.13
5145bc52a2fc8ee89200180b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_078_1.jpg)
26 October 1890
5145bc52a2fc8ee89200180d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_079_0.jpg)
Lat 37.27, Long -122.47
5145bc52a2fc8ee89200180f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_079_1.jpg)
27 October 1890
5145bc52a2fc8ee892001811: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_080_0.jpg)
at anchor off san francisco cal
Lat 37.8, Long -122.4
5145bc52a2fc8ee892001813: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_080_1.jpg)
28 October 1890
Boarding Officers from the Coast Survey Steamers Patterson & Hassler and the Revenue Cutter Rush visited the ship.
5145bc52a2fc8ee892001815: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_081_0.jpg)
at anchor off san francisco cal anchor off mare isd cal
Lat 37.8, Long -122.4
5145bc52a2fc8ee892001817: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_081_1.jpg)
29 October 1890
5145bc52a2fc8ee892001819: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_082_0.jpg)
at anchor off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc52a2fc8ee89200181b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_082_1.jpg)
30 October 1890
USS Nipsic - was hauled and secured to buoy
5145bc52a2fc8ee89200181d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_083_0.jpg)
at anchor off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc52a2fc8ee89200181f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_083_1.jpg)
31 October 1890
LOGS FOR NOVEMBER 1890
5145bc52a2fc8ee892001821: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_084_0.jpg)
at anchor off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc52a2fc8ee892001823: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_084_1.jpg)
1 November 1890
5145bc52a2fc8ee892001825: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_085_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc52a2fc8ee892001827: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_085_1.jpg)
2 November 1890
5145bc53a2fc8ee892001829: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_086_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc53a2fc8ee89200182b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_086_1.jpg)
3 November 1890
5145bc53a2fc8ee89200182d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_087_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc53a2fc8ee89200182f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_087_1.jpg)
4 November 1890
5145bc53a2fc8ee892001831: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_088_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc53a2fc8ee892001833: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_088_1.jpg)
5 November 1890
5145bc53a2fc8ee892001835: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_089_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc53a2fc8ee892001837: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_089_1.jpg)
6 November 1890
5145bc53a2fc8ee892001839: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_090_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc53a2fc8ee89200183b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_090_1.jpg)
7 November 1890
At 11.00 Called away 2nd Whale Boat and Steam Launch with a party of men in charge of an Officer in response to alarm of fire on the Nipsic. Perty returned at 11.15 reporting that their services were not required. Asst. Surg. G.B. Wilson left the ship for duty on board the Nipsic. Sent liberty party on shore on four days liberty. At 2.30 Asst. Surg. G.B. Wilson returned to ship. G. Geihl (QM) returned to the ship 63 hours over time. At 6.45 Tug Monterey arrived at Navy Yard from San Francisco. Frances Gladwell (S.W.) J. Dundas (Bugler) and N. Mitchell (1st CF) absent without leave.
5145bc53a2fc8ee89200183d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_091_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc53a2fc8ee89200183f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_091_1.jpg)
8 November 1890
J. Dundas (Bugler) returned from liberty 88 hours over time. F. Gladwell (SW) and N. Mitchell (1st CF) absent without leave. transferred Benj. Williams (Sea) with bag hammock and accounts to Hospital. Lieut. A.P. Osborn USN left the ship on two days leave. Sent liberty party ashore.
5145bc53a2fc8ee892001841: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_092_0.jpg)
navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc53a2fc8ee892001843: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_092_1.jpg)
9 November 1890
5145bc53a2fc8ee892001845: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_093_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc53a2fc8ee892001847: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_093_1.jpg)
10 November 1890
At 10.30 sent steam launch and 2nd Whale boat in charge of Officers to answer an alarm of fire in the Navy Yard. Boats returned at 11.00 reporting no fore and services not required. At 3.00 placed C. Thorsoe (1st CF) in double irons to await the action of Comdg. Officer on charge of insolence to an officer. Served out clothing and small stores. Liberty party returned. J. Reed (OS) and C. Hinton (Sea) absent without leave. Received from Receiving Ship Independence with bag hammock and accounts Wm. Seal (Sea)
5145bc53a2fc8ee892001849: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_094_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc53a2fc8ee89200184b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_094_1.jpg)
11 November 1890
By order of Commanding Officer placed Carl Thorsoe (1st CF) in double irons for 24 hours for insolence to the executive officer. C. Hinton (sea) returned on board 24 hours overtime. J. Reed (OS) absent without leae. Liberty party returned with exception of H. Seinknecht (QM) and J. Foley (sea)
5145bc53a2fc8ee89200184d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_095_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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12 November 1890
5145bc53a2fc8ee892001851: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_096_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc53a2fc8ee892001853: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_096_1.jpg)
13 November 1890
5145bc53a2fc8ee892001855: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_097_0.jpg)
mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc53a2fc8ee892001857: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_097_1.jpg)
14 November 1890
5145bc54a2fc8ee892001859: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_098_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc54a2fc8ee89200185b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_098_1.jpg)
15 November 1890
USS San Francisco - went into commission
Steamer Amador - arrived with officers and a draft of men for the San Francisco
5145bc54a2fc8ee89200185d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_099_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
coal: 600 lbs. - consumed during the preceding 24 hours
coal: 34 tons 780 lbs. - remaining on hand at noon
5145bc54a2fc8ee89200185f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_099_1.jpg)
16 November 1890
Lieut Commander Charles H. Stockton - Under command of
5145bc54a2fc8ee892001861: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_100_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc54a2fc8ee892001863: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_100_1.jpg)
17 November 1890
5145bc54a2fc8ee892001865: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_101_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc54a2fc8ee892001867: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_101_1.jpg)
18 November 1890
Instructed 1st Division at Hotchkiss Revolving Cannon, Navigators and 2nd Division in assembling rifle and 3rd Division at Gatling Gun. H. Oldenberg (2nd CF) returned from liberty 24 hours overtime. Lt. Commander C.H. Stockton USN left the ship on a weeks leave of absence.
5145bc54a2fc8ee892001869: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_102_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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19 November 1890
5145bc54a2fc8ee89200186d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_103_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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20 November 1890
5145bc54a2fc8ee892001871: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_104_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc54a2fc8ee892001873: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_104_1.jpg)
21 November 1890
5145bc54a2fc8ee892001875: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_105_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc54a2fc8ee892001877: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_105_1.jpg)
22 November 1890
5145bc54a2fc8ee892001879: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_106_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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23 November 1890
5145bc54a2fc8ee89200187d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_107_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc54a2fc8ee89200187f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_107_1.jpg)
24 November 1890
USS Alert - went into dry-dock
5145bc55a2fc8ee892001881: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_108_0.jpg)
moored alongside of dock at mare island navy yard mare island california
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc55a2fc8ee892001883: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_108_1.jpg)
25 November 1890
At 7.00 PM sent a party of men in charge of an officer to answer an alarm of fire in the Navy Yard. At 7.15PM the fire party returned, reporting the fire extinguised.
5145bc55a2fc8ee892001885: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_109_0.jpg)
moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island california
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc55a2fc8ee892001887: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_109_1.jpg)
26 November 1890
USCS Str Hassler - arrived at the Yard
5145bc55a2fc8ee892001889: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_110_0.jpg)
moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island california
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc55a2fc8ee89200188b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_110_1.jpg)
27 November 1890
5145bc55a2fc8ee89200188d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_111_0.jpg)
moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island california
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc55a2fc8ee89200188f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_111_1.jpg)
28 November 1890
5145bc55a2fc8ee892001891: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_112_0.jpg)
moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island california
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc55a2fc8ee892001893: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_112_1.jpg)
29 November 1890
5145bc55a2fc8ee892001895: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_113_0.jpg)
moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island california
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc55a2fc8ee892001897: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_113_1.jpg)
30 November 1890
LOGS FOR DECEMBER 1890
5145bc55a2fc8ee892001899: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_114_0.jpg)
moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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1 December 1890
5145bc55a2fc8ee89200189d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_115_0.jpg)
moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc55a2fc8ee89200189f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_115_1.jpg)
2 December 1890
USS Swatara - fired a salute of 13 guns upon arrival at the yard, which was returned by a salute of 7 guns from the shore battery.
5145bc55a2fc8ee8920018a1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_116_0.jpg)
moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc55a2fc8ee8920018a3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_116_1.jpg)
3 December 1890
5145bc55a2fc8ee8920018a5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_117_0.jpg)
moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc55a2fc8ee8920018a7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_117_1.jpg)
4 December 1890
5145bc55a2fc8ee8920018a9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_118_0.jpg)
moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc56a2fc8ee8920018ab: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_118_1.jpg)
5 December 1890
USS Swatara - came in and moored to Buoy opposite the Sectional-Dry-Dock
USS Marion - hauled in alongside of sea wall
CS Str McArthur - hauled in alongside of sea wall
5145bc56a2fc8ee8920018ad: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_119_0.jpg)
moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc56a2fc8ee8920018af: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_119_1.jpg)
6 December 1890
US "Charleston" -
At 12.30PM the US Flagship Charleston flying the flag of Acting R-Adml. George Brown on approaching the Navy Yard saluted the flag of R-Adml. A.E.K. Benham with 13 guns which salute was returned by the Navy Yard shore battery with 11 guns.
5145bc56a2fc8ee8920018b1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_120_0.jpg)
moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc56a2fc8ee8920018b3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_120_1.jpg)
7 December 1890
5145bc56a2fc8ee8920018b5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_121_0.jpg)
moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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8 December 1890
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moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc56a2fc8ee8920018bb: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_122_1.jpg)
9 December 1890
J. Reilly (OS) returned on board 8 1/4 days overtime and by order of Commanding Officer was placed in double irons until sober.
5145bc56a2fc8ee8920018bd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_123_0.jpg)
moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc56a2fc8ee8920018bf: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_123_1.jpg)
10 December 1890
At 9.24AM a salute of 11 guns was fired from the Navy Yard shore-battery and at 9.45AM the USS Swatara fired a salute of 11 guns in honor of Commodore John Irwin, President of the Board of Instruction.
By order of Commanding Officer released from confinement in double irons James Reilly (OS) at 9.30AM and placed him on the 4th conduct class.
5145bc56a2fc8ee8920018c1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_124_0.jpg)
moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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11 December 1890
5145bc56a2fc8ee8920018c5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_125_0.jpg)
moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc56a2fc8ee8920018c7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_125_1.jpg)
12 December 1890
By order of Commanding Officer declared Sam Wing (Lds) a deserted from the ship and the Naval Service from this date. By order of Commanding Officer offered a reward of $10.00 for the apprehension and delivery on board for the following named men, viz:- W. Glover (Lds.) L.J. Adams (Lds.) and F. O'Neil (Blacksmith).
5145bc56a2fc8ee8920018c9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_126_0.jpg)
moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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13 December 1890
5145bc56a2fc8ee8920018cd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_127_0.jpg)
moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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14 December 1890
5145bc56a2fc8ee8920018d1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_128_0.jpg)
moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc56a2fc8ee8920018d3: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_128_1.jpg)
15 December 1890
During the night S. Hansen (Sea) left the ship without permission in the ship's catamaran and returned at 5.50am under the influence of liquor; By order of Commanding Officer placed them both in double-irons for safe keeping and to await investigation.
CSS McArthur - left the Navy Yard
USFC Str. Albatross - hauled alongside and secured to this ship
5145bc56a2fc8ee8920018d5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_129_0.jpg)
moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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16 December 1890
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moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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17 December 1890
5145bc57a2fc8ee8920018dd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_131_0.jpg)
moored alongside of dock navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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18 December 1890
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moored t odock and secured to buoy navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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19 December 1890
5145bc57a2fc8ee8920018e5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_133_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc57a2fc8ee8920018e7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_133_1.jpg)
20 December 1890
5145bc57a2fc8ee8920018e9: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_134_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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21 December 1890
5145bc57a2fc8ee8920018ed: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_135_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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22 December 1890
5145bc57a2fc8ee8920018f1: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_136_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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23 December 1890
5145bc57a2fc8ee8920018f5: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_137_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc57a2fc8ee8920018f7: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_137_1.jpg)
24 December 1890
At 2.45pm sent squad of men in answer to fire alarm in the yard. Slight fire in roof of Construction Building.
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moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
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25 December 1890
5145bc57a2fc8ee8920018fd: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_139_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc57a2fc8ee8920018ff: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_139_1.jpg)
26 December 1890
5145bc57a2fc8ee892001901: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_140_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc57a2fc8ee892001903: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_140_1.jpg)
27 December 1890
5145bc57a2fc8ee892001905: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_141_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc57a2fc8ee892001907: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_141_1.jpg)
28 December 1890
5145bc57a2fc8ee892001909: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_142_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc57a2fc8ee89200190b: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_142_1.jpg)
29 December 1890
5145bc57a2fc8ee89200190d: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_143_0.jpg)
moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc58a2fc8ee89200190f: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_143_1.jpg)
30 December 1890
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moored to buoy off navy yard mare island cal
Lat 38.1, Long -122.3
5145bc58a2fc8ee892001913: (http://oldweather.s3.amazonaws.com/ow3/final/USS Thetis/vol011of024/vol011_144_1.jpg)
31 December 1890