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Notes:

1. Latitude/longitude, including for days in port, show representative decimal positions for each day, as calculated by the Old Weather project's analysis program. As such, they differ by varying amounts from the positions recorded, usually at noon, in the log pages. In addition, some latitudes/longitudes have been amended in edited logs for errors in the logs, for errors in identifying locations by the analysis program, or simply for greater accuracy. In all cases, refer to the log-page scans for the positions as originally recorded. Not all log pages contain this information and the ships' positions have therefore often been estimated.

2. Full account of any day is available by clicking on the link above that day. Any groups of links may refer to log book covers and introductory information; some may be blank.

Editor’s notes:

The log-keepers often made mistakes when noting people's names.
Sometimes a different initial is used, or the surname is spelled differently, and then there are times when a different rating is mentioned.
These changes have been left as found, because it's not always possible to ascertain which one is correct.
Unclear characters have been replaced by a tilde (~), and unclear or unverified entries are marked with [?].


THE VOYAGES OF USS YORKTOWN 1891-1892
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LOG BOOK – JANUARY 1st 1891 TO JUNE 30th 1891


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Received August 8, 1891.


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LOG BOOK

of the

U.S.S. "Yorktown"

3rd Rate,

of Six Guns,


Commanded By

F.E. Chadwick, U.S. Navy,

Attached to Squadron of Evolution Squadron,

Commencing January 1st, 1891,

at Navy Yard, New York,

and ending June 30th, 1891,

at Hampton Roads, Virginia


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List of Officers


Attached to and on board of the U.S.S. "Yorktown", 3rd Rate, commanded by F.E. Chadwick, Commander, U.S. Navy, during the period covered by this Log-Book, from January 1st, 1891, to June 30th, 1891.


Name

Rank

F.E. Chadwick

Commander

H.G.O. Colby

Lieutenant

C.A. Bradbury

Lieutenant

W.P. Conway

Lieutenant

T.E.D.W. Veeder

Lieutenant

A.G. Winterhalter

Lieutenant

G.R. Evans

Ensign

R.H. Jackson

Ensign

A.B. Hoff

Naval Cadet

C. Andrade

Chief Engineer

C.W. Littlefield

Passed Assistant Paymaster

J.C. Boyd

Surgeon

C.E. Rommel

Assistant Engineer

C.H. Hayes

Assistant Engineer

N.R. Pattison

Paymaster's Clerk


[Signed by] C.A. Bradbury, Lieutenant, Navigator


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List of Officers


Who have died, been detached, or transferred, on board the U.S.S. "Yorktown", 3rd Rate, commanded by F.E. Chadwick, Commander, U.S. Navy, during the period covered by this Log-Book, from January 1st, 1891, to June 30th, 1891.


Name

Rank

Time of Occurrence, and Particulars

A.B. Hoff

Naval Cadet

Transferred back to U.S.S. "Chicago" February 12th, 1891.


[Signed by] C.A. Bradbury, Lieutenant, Navigator


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Complement of Petty Officers, Seamen, Ordinary Seamen, Landsmen, Boys, and Marines on board of the U.S.S. "Yorktown", 3rd Rate, at first commissioning April 23rd, 1889.


Number Allowed

Rates

Number On Board

1

Chief Boatswain's Mate

1

1

Boatswain's Mate

1

1

Chief Gunner's Mate

1

1

Chief Quartermaster

1

3

Quartermaster

3

4

Coxswains

4

2

Captains of Forecastle

2

2

Captains of Afterguard

2

4

Quarter-Gunners

4

1

Carpenter's Mates

1

1

Sailmaker's Mates

1

1

Armorer

1

1

Captains of Hold

1

1

Ship's Cook

1

1

Ship's Corporals

1

2

Carpenters and Calkers

2

1

Baymen

1

1

Master-at-Arms

1

1

Apothecary

1

1

Ship's Yeoman

1

1

Paymaster's Yeoman

1

1

Engineer's Yeoman

1

1

Ship's Writer

1

1

Ship's Barber

1

1

Painter

1

1

Bugler

1

1

Jack of the Dust

1

1

Blacksmith

1

1

Cabin Steward

1

1

Cabin Cook

1

1

Ward-room Steward

1

1

Ward-room Cook

1

1

Steerage Stewards

1

1

Steerage Cooks

1

18

Seamen

18

13

Ordinary Seamen

13

14

Landsmen

14

7

Machinists

7

1

Boiler Makers

1

6

Water Tenders

6

9

Oilers

9

8

First-class Firemen

8

8

Second-class Firemen

8

15

Coal Heavers

15


Total

144 [145 in log-book]


[Signed by] C.A. Bradbury, Lieutenant, Navigator


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U.S.S. "Yorktown", 3rd Rate.

Description of Instruments used for Meteorological Observations, their Location, et cetera.


Instrument

Maker

Number

Location

Date of Last Comparison

Compared With

Error

Mercurial Barometer

Adie, London

56

In cabin




Aneroid Barometer

U.S. Navy


Under poop on cabin bulkhead

January 21, 1891


Correct

Thermometer (Dry Bulb)

H.J. Green, New York

3949

On forward side of pilot house




Thermometer (Wet Bulb) (Psychrometer)

H.J. Green, New York

3950

Same





[Signed by] C.A. Bradbury, Lieutenant, Navigator


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Armament


Of the U.S.S. "Yorktown", 3rd Rate.


Primary


Number of Guns

Caliber

Mark

Description

Cartridge

Projectiles

Carriages

Powder

Weight

Kind

Weight

6

6-inch

III


Brown Prismatic

32.6 pounds for reduced charges

Cast iron, common

100 pounds

Center pivot

Steel, common

100 pounds


42.6 pounds for ordinary charges

Shrapnel

100 pounds


Secondary


Number of Guns

Caliber

Mark

Description

Cartridge

Projectiles

Carriages

Powder

Weight

Kind

Weight

2

6-pounder Rapid Fire

Hotchkiss





Rail socket, recoil

2

3-pounder Rapid Fire

Hotchkiss





Sliding pivot, recoil

1

1-pounder Rapid Fire

Hotchkiss





Cone

2

37 mm Revolving Cannon

Hotchkiss





Socket in pivot [?]

2

Gatling

Model 1880





Rail socket


Boat armament


In sailing launch: 1 1-pounder Rapid Fire Hotchkiss, cone mount.

In first cutter: 1 Gatling model 1880, tripod mount.


Small arms


100 Remington-Lee rifles.

114 Colt's Direct Action revolvers.


[Signed by] C.A. Bradbury, Lieutenant, Navigator


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THE VOYAGES OF USS YORKTOWN
Operations off US East Coast

JP map Yorktown US East Coast 1891

LOGS FOR JANUARY 1891


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1 January 1891

Moored to dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Cold, cloudy, disagreeable weather.

Light snow falling all watch, mixed with sleet.

Light breeze from NE.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy, with light drizzling rain first two hours, falling mist last two.

Light breeze, falling to light airs from ENE.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy, foggy and rainy.

Light airs and breezes from the ENE.

Barometer falling.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, the following named men were found absent without leave, namely: C.J. Winestock, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, J. Ellertson, Quarter Gunner, M.J. McGrath, Oiler, and G.W. Huffington, Seaman Apprentice Second-class.

Sent liberty party on shore.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cloudy, with mist and rain.

Light airs and breezes from NE by East at beginning, veering during watch to SE, with a steadily falling barometer.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy, foggy and damp.

Light airs from the SE.

Calm last hour.

Barometer falling.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy, rain last two hours.

Light airs to light breezes from South by East.

Barometer falling.


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2 January 1891

Moored to dock and in dry dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy weather, drizzling rain, with occasional heavy passing showers.

Light airs and breezes from South by East and SSE.

Barometer falling rapidly.

C.J. Winestock, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, who absented himself from the ship without leave, returned on board.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, misty, with light drizzling rain.

Light airs and breezes from ESE first part, veering to South latter part.

Barometer falling rapidly.

At 7.30am spread fires under boiler A.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and misty, with rain at intervals.

Light airs to light breezes from the South.

Called all hands wind ship at 10.30am, and finished at 11.30am.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 85 pounds fresh beef; 85 pounds vegetables and 70 pounds fresh bread.

Ten joiners came on board at 8.00am, also one joiner at 9.15am, and another at 10.30am, these remained on board all the watch.

One man in dynamo room from 8.50am till end of watch.

The following men were absent without leave: J. Ellertsen, Quarter Gunner, M.J. McGrath, Oiler, and G.W. Huffington, Seaman Apprentice Second-class.

Barometer falling.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with heavy fog.

Light airs and light breezes from WSW.

Unmoored ship at 12.35pm, and entered the timber dry dock at 2.35pm.

The following Navy Yard workmen aboard: 12 joiners on board all watch; 3 pattern makers on board till 2.35pm; 2 men in dynamo room all watch, fitting switch box and testing insulation of resistance coil.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy weather, with fog at times.

Light airs to light breezes from WSW.

All hands scrubbing ship's bottom.

Sent a liberty party ashore.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle breeze from WSW.

Barometer rising.

G.W. Huffington, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, and M.J. McGrath, Oiler, absent without leave, the former 3 and the latter 7 days over time, returned on board.


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3 January 1891

In dry dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Weather unsettled.

Wind from NW in squalls.


4am to 8am:

Cold and cloudy, clearing last part.

Light to gentle breezes from NW by West to NW by North.

Scrubbing ship's bottom.

J. Ellertsen, Quarter Gunner, returned on board 8 days over time.


8am to meridian:

Weather clear and cold.

Light to gentle breeze from NW and NW by West.

Barometer rising.

Engaged in cleaning ship's bottom.

The dock was pumped dry and reported to Commandant of Yard.

Commenced filling boilers from hydrant; meter registered 4,290,320 cubic feet.

At 8.00am ten joiners commenced work in cabin and steerage, two machinists in dynamo room, and four plumbers in the magazines.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 88¾ pounds of fresh meat and vegetables each.

And in Construction Department: 50 feet 1-inch pine lumber.

A copy of charge and specifications of charge preferred by the Secretary of the Navy against Corporal McKee, U.S. Marine Corps, were read and delivered to him.

Received in Equipment Department the following articles, namely: (see list [below]).

Yard workmen left the ship at 12 o'clock.


Meridian to 4pm:

Weather clear and cool.

Light to moderate breeze from NNW to North by West.

Barometer unsteady.

At 12.30pm one joiner came on board, eight at 12.45pm, and one at 12.55pm.

At 1.35pm two men came on board to work in dynamo room.

At 2.00pm three machinists commenced work at overhauling sea valves.

During watch four men from the Edison [General] Electric Company at work on board, and two men from yard at work on ventilator for berth deck.

Finished cleaning ship's bottom, which was inspected in accordance with [Regulation] Circular number 77.

A number of workmen from yard at work scraping and painting rusty spots on bottom.

Finished filling boilers, meter registered 4,292,670 cubic feet.

Filled water tanks, after which meter registered 4,292,770 cubic feet.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Light breeze from NNW.

Barometer rising.

Workmen left the ship at 4.30pm, except the two at work on berth deck ventilator, who left at about 6.30pm.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, clear and cold.

Light West wind.

M. Mahoney, Seaman Apprentice First-class, returned from leave.


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Received in Equipment Department: 1 United States ensign number 5; 1 United States ensign number 8; 2 narrow pennants number 4; 2 narrow pennants number 6; 34 yards flax, raven's; 1 ensign Costa Rican; 1 ensign Honduran; 1 ensign Guatemalan; 1 ensign Haytian [old spelling of Haitian]; 1 ensign Mexican; 1 ensign Nicaraguan; 1 ensign United States Columbian; 1 ensign Venezuelan; 1 ensign San Domingan.

January 3rd, 1891 (8am to meridian).


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4 January 1891

In dry dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudless sky first half, clouding over by end of watch.

Gentle NE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Overcast by clouds, cold and threatening snow.

Light NE wind.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cold, threatening snow and fine light flakes falling occasionally.

Wind light from ENE.

At 9.30am inspected the divisions at quarters.

At 9.40am the Captain inspected crew at quarters and the ship.

Called all hands to muster and read the Articles for the Better Government of the Navy, and held monthly muster of the crew.

Sent a liberty party on shore, and church parties to the Cob Dock.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cold, very light snow falling.

Light wind from NNE.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cold, light snow falling first three hours.

Light wind from NNW.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, with light breezes from NNE, North by West and North.


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5 January 1891

In dry dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with occasional light snowing.

Light breezes from the North, backing slightly to Westward last hour.

Barometer falling latter part.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cold, very light snow falling.

Light wind from North by West.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, with light snow.

Light to gentle breeze from NNW and North by West.

Received in Paymaster's, Medical and Construction Departments sundry articles as per lists annexed [below].

Navy Yard workmen on board and in dock as follows: 9 men and 1 boy, joiners, at work on changes in officers' quarters, 8.10am to 11.45am; 8 men at work rigging stages preparatory to painting quarters, 8.30am to 11.50am; 2 men on rheostat frame in dynamo room, 9.30am to 11.15am; 2 men in Engineer's Department looking over changes in heating pipes, 10.00am to 11.45am.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were assigned at the mast (see list appended [below]).

By order of Commander disrated H.P. Costello, Quarter Gunner, to Seaman from this date.

Sent to the General Court Martial, which convened at 11.00am for the trial of John McKee, Corporal, the accused and subpoenaed witnesses.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with light snow.

Gentle NNW and NW by North breezes.

Received in Equipment Department from General Storekeeper: 263 pounds 3½-inch manila.

Transferred to Naval Hospital for treatment: H.P. Costello, Seaman.

Navy Yard workmen on board and in dock as follows: 9 joiners, 1.00pm to 4.00pm; 8 men rigging stages, 12.45pm to 4.00pm; 2 men in dynamo room, 1.20pm to 4.00pm; 2 ship carpenters on berth deck, 12.45pm to 1.05pm and 1.30pm to 4.00pm.

Received in Paymaster's Department sundry articles as per list annexed [below].

General Court Martial adjourned till tomorrow 10.00am.

By order of Commanding Officer returned John McKee, Corporal, to confinement.

Ensign R.H. Jackson went on one week's leave, beginning yesterday.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with light snow.

Light NW by North breeze.

Navy Yard workmen left at 4.20pm.

By order of Commanding Officer placed J.H. Cummings, Coal Heaver, under sentry's charge for safe keeping, he being drunk and disorderly on board.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy, but clearing weather.

Light to gentle breezes from NW by North.

Barometer steady.


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Received in Construction Department from General Storekeeper: 100 pounds oakum, 5 separate boxes.

Turned over to General Storekeeper in Equipment Department: 5 hair mattresses taken out of junior officers' quarters.

(8am to meridian) January 5, 1891.


Received in Paymaster's Department: 1000 pounds corned beef; 1000 pounds ham; 1400 pounds biscuit; 200 pounds assorted vegetables.

(12pm to 4pm) January 5, 1891.


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By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded:

J. Reynolds, Oiler, drunken on duty, 48 hours' extra duty.

B. Doherty, First-class Fireman, L. Sweeny, First-class Fireman, H.P. Costello, Quarter Gunner, and W. Keegan, Carpenter and Calker, under the influence of liquor on board ship, 48 hours' extra duty each.

Rupert Lee [Ruppert in log-book], Private Marine, not returning from Marine Barracks before tattoo, 6 hours' extra duty.

Timothy Desmond, Landsman, neglect of duty on messenger watch, 6 hours' extra duty.

Frank Hermo, Seaman, turning in hammock while on anchor watch, 6 hours' extra duty.

F. Warren, Coal Heaver, absent from muster, 4 hours' extra duty.

P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, absent from muster, 6 hours' extra duty.

James Mather, Second-class Fireman, absent from muster, 6 hours' extra duty.


Received in Medical Department: tincture [of] opiate camphorate, 1000 cc; pills quinia sulphas, 0.3, 200; liquid sodae chlorate, 2000 cc; pills quinia sulphas, 0.15, 600; pulverized acacie, 400 grams; quinia sulphas, 75 grams; acidum sulphonic aromatic, 100 grams; emplastrum sinapis [sinipis in log-book], 2 boxes; copaiba [copabia in log-book], 1000 grams; spirits [of] nitre, 800 cc; potassium bromide, 200 grams; cocaine, 15 grams.

January 5, 1891 (8am to meridian).


Received in Paymaster's Department: 50 white trousers; 50 white jumpers; 50 undershirts, light; 50 drawers, light; 100 yards heavy flannel; 100 yards light flannel; 100 pairs calf shoes; 50 working shirts; 100 white hats; 100 cotton socks; 500 pounds tobacco; 2025 pounds saltwater soap; 250 spools sewing [silk]; 25 can openers; 106½ dozen small rubber buttons; 92½ pounds fresh meat; 92½ pounds fresh vegetables; 89 pounds fresh bread.

January 5th, 1891 (8am to meridian).


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6 January 1891

In dry dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Cold, clearing weather.

Light breezes from NW by West to NW.

Barometer rising slowly.


4am to 8am:

Clear, with light NW breeze.


8am to meridian:

Weather clear and cold.

Light NW breezes.

Rising barometer.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Engaged in getting paymaster's stores on board, and certain articles in Equipment [Department].

Received in Paymaster's Department and Equipment Department stores as per lists appended [below].

By order of Commanding Officer released J.H. Cummings, Coal Heaver, from confinement, the said Cummings having been reported sober.

Workmen on board as follows: 10 joiners, came at 8.15am; 2 men at work in dynamo room from, 8.15am to 11.50am; 1 painter, came on board at 8.15am, leaving at 12.00pm; 2 machinists working in engine room, came at 8.55am, leaving at 11.30am.

2 men working in steerage country left ship at 11.20am, 1 joiner left ship at 11.50am, 5 left at 12.00pm.

Receiving water in boilers.

Sent Corporal John McKee, U.S. Marine Corps, before the General Court Martial at 10.00am for trial.

At 12.00pm Corporal McKee was returned and reconfined, to appear again before the court at 1.15 this pm.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, cold and pleasant weather.

Light airs to gentle breezes from the NW.

Barometer rising.

Discharged this day from U.S.S. "Yorktown" and the Naval Service, E.A. dos Santos, Steerage Steward, by reason of his services being no longer required.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 92¼ pounds beef and 92¼ pounds vegetables.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 1176 pounds flour; 158 gallons beans; 480 pounds roast beef; 3000 pounds sugar.

Received in Equipment [Department] 10200 gallons fresh water.

Engaged in getting provisions and stores aboard and in reaving off new boat falls and running rigging.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows: 10 joiners; 3 dynamo men; 1 painter; 4 men in Construction [Department] working on dead lights.

At 2.55pm 2 carpenters came on board, leaving at 3.15pm.

At 2.55pm 2 workmen in the Engineer's Department came on board.

Received in Construction one officers bureau.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight latter part.

Light breezes from the NW.

Barometer rising.

At 4.30pm Navy Yard workmen left the ship, except as specified above.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold.

Gentle breeze from NW.

Barometer slightly unsteady.


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January 6, 1891.

Received in Paymaster's Department:

(8am to meridian).

500 pounds butter; 500 pounds tomatoes; 1000 pounds canned mutton; 1200 pounds ground coffee; 200 pounds tea; 200 pounds pickles.

([Meridian to] 4pm)

1176 pounds flour; 158 gallons beans; 480 pounds roast beef; 3000 pounds sugar.


Received in Equipment Department from General Storekeeper: 2 coils of manila, 3 inch; 1 coils of manila, 3¼ inch; 1 coils of manila, 2¼ inch; 3 coaling bags.

January 6, 1891 (8am to meridian).


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7 January 1891

In dry dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light wind from NW by North to WNW.


4am to 8am:

Clear, cold and pleasant, clouding up latter part.

Light breezes from WNW to NNW.

Barometer unsteady.

At 7.35am U.S.S. "Dolphin" got under way and stood out, hoisted our colors, hauled down at 7.54am.

Aired bedding.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cold.

Light NW wind.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

By order of Commanding Officer released A. Mosh, Ordinary Seaman, from confinement.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 73 pounds fresh bread; 1000 pounds sugar; 1372 pounds flour; 47 gallons vinegar; and 40 gallons molasses.

Turned in to General Storekeeper at the yard the following articles condemned by survey: 4 waist boat's falls; 2 sailing launch's falls; 1 fore gaff topsail downhaul; 1 outhaul whip for try sail; 1 fore-topmast staysail halyard pendant; 1 fore-topmast staysail downhaul; 1 outhaul whip main trysail; 1 downhaul main trysail; 1 outhaul whip spanker; 1 throat halyard; 1 downhaul spanker; 1 downhaul mizzen gaff topsail; 2 mast whips mizzen; 2 fish davit guys; 1 foot tub; 2 boatswain's calls; 1 log line; 27 pounds coasting line; 1 United States ensign number 5; 1 United States ensign number 8; 2 narrow pennants number 4; and 2 narrow pennants number 6.

Received on board in Equipment Department from General Storekeeper: 1 sea anchor.

Sent a bureau on shore to Construction and Repair [Department], and brought another on board from same.

Rove off the following new gear: mizzen pendant tackles; mizzen gaff topsail sheets; main trysail outhaul and whip; main gaff topsail sheets; two lower boom guys, forward.

There were employed on the ship from the yard the following working: 10 rearranging officers quarters; 4 calking poop; and 7 on ship's bottom.


Meridian to 4pm:

Weather clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NW.

Barometer falling.

The following men from yard on board during watch, namely: 4 putting deck dead light on poop; 8 joiners in cabin and steerage; 2 in engine room; and 4 painters on bottom and in cabin.

Received the following stores in Engineer's Department, namely (see list [below]), and in Equipment Department a canopy with curtains for steam cutter.

Corporal J. McKee, confined in single irons awaiting sentence of General Court Martial, was released from confinement and placed in sick bay.

By order of the Colonel Commanding U.S. Marine Corps, Private Marine C.D. Bush was transferred to the Marine Barracks, Navy Yard, New York.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool weather.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NW.

Barometer rising.

Yard workmen employed on ship quit work at 4.30pm.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold.

Moderate breeze from NNW.


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Received in Engineer's Department the following stores: 4 water buckets; 1 steam whistle; 1 set water gasket fittings; 30 pounds magnolia; 20 pounds tallow; 8 gallons paraffin var.; 2 ounces W. [?] paper; 1 glass cutter; 1 dozen hickory handles; 2 dozen file handles; 70 pieces flat iron; 150 gallons lard oil; 50 gallons cylinder oil.


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8 January 1891

In dry dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudless sky and bright starlight.

Gentle to stiff NW breeze.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cold.

Gentle breeze from NW and North.

Barometer rising.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cold.

Light wind from NNW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

The following men from the yard employed on board: 10 joiners in cabin; 4 men on dead lights on poop; 2 ship carpenters in steerage; 3 pipefitters in steerage; 1 painter in cabin; and 25 painters on ship's bottom.

Received on board in Construction Department: 30 gallons boiled linseed oil; 20 gallons turpentine; 50 pounds putty; and 75 feet 1¾-inch ash.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following reductions in ratings were made from this date: J.P. Powers, Machinist to First-class Fireman; J. Ellertson, Quarter Gunner to Seaman; J. Maloney, Blacksmith to Landsman; and from 1st of January 1891, A. Rodriquez, Steerage Cook to Landsman.

By order of Commanding Officer released M. Tierney, Second-class Fireman, from confinement and confined B. Doherty, First-class Fireman, and B. Dunn, Private Marine, for ten days in double irons, for leaving ship without permission.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, cold.

Light wind from NNW.

The following men from the yard were employed on the ship: 23 painters and 11 laborers on the bottom; 3 carpenters on poop dead lights; 10 joiners and 1 painter on cabin; and three pipefitters in steerage.

The following transfers were made by order of the Bureau of Navigation of the 5th of this month: to U.S.S. "Vermont": C.E. Evans, Machinist; J. Maloney, Landsman; J.P. Powers, First-class Fireman; B. Doherty, First-class Fireman; R.J. Lovett, First-class Fireman; J. Ellertsen, Seaman, and W. Henderson, Ordinary Seaman; to U.S.S. "Minnesota": T.W. O'Donnell, Seaman Apprentice First-class, and M.W. O'Brien, Seaman Apprentice First-class.

The following men were transferred to U.S. Naval Hospital for treatment: Luke Sweeney, First-class Fireman, and W.P. Keegan, Landsman.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 91¼ pounds fresh beef and 91¼ fresh vegetables.

Private Marine Edward J. Powers, U.S. Marine Corps, reported for duty from Marine Barracks.

By order of Commanding Officer released B. Doherty, First-class Fireman, from confinement.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light wind from North to NNE.

Elijah Moore, Landsman, was transferred to this ship from U.S.S. "Vermont".

H.C. King, Landsman, was placed under sentry's charge for safe keeping by order of the Commanding Office.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudless sky and bright starlight.

Light breeze from NE by North to North.


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9 January 1891

In dry dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cold.

Light breezes from the NNW.

Barometer rising.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light wind from NNE to NE.


8am to meridian:

Fair, with light breeze, falling to light airs from NE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, drilled Marine Guard.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows: 10 joiners on cabin, 8.30am to 12.00pm; 4 men on steam heating pipes, 8.30am to 12.00pm; 3 painters in cabin, 8.30am to 12.00pm; one plumber to inspect magazine, 11.00am to 12.00pm; also 4 ship carpenters on poop dead light, and 15 workmen and 3 painters at work on ship in dock.

At 10.20am flooded dock, floated ship, hauled astern about 18 inches, then proceeded at 11.30am to re-dock.

Received in Paymaster's Department 64 pounds bread, in Equipment [Department] 50 gallons arctic oil, in Construction [Department] 40 gallons boiled linseed oil.

H.C. King, Landsman, was by order of Commander released [from sentry's charge].


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear first half, cloudy to fair latter half.

Light airs, variable in direction, and calms.

Finished re-docking at 1.30pm, scraped and red-leaded holidays left by keel blocks.

In obedience to order of Secretary of the Navy, approving the sentence of General Court Martial in the case of Corporal John McKee, U.S. Marine Corps, the result of trial was communicated to the prisoner and his sentence carried into effect, namely: being found guilty of the charge of conduct to the prejudice of good order and discipline, he was sentenced to be reduced to the ranks and to be confined on board U.S.S. "Yorktown" for the period of one month, and to lose one month's pay, amounting to the sum of fifteen dollars ($15.00).

Navy Yard workmen on board and in dock as follows: 7 joiners on cabin changes; 2 joiners on berth deck; 2 ship carpenters on berth deck; 4 carpenters on poop dead lights; 2 pipefitters on berth deck, all 12.30pm to 4.00pm; 16 laborers and 2 painters on bottom, 12.30pm to 4.00pm.

Received with bags and hammocks from U.S.S. "Minnesota" Charles James Hyde, Apprentice Third-class, and Joseph Thomas Cleary, Seaman Apprentice First-class.

Sent a powder party to Fort Wadsworth in Navy Yard tug.


4pm to 8pm:

Mostly clear.

Light variable airs and calms.

Workmen at work on board left at 4.30pm.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 80 pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables.

Powder party returned at 6.20pm with ammunition in Navy Yard tug.

Sent a liberty party on shore.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and bright starlight.

Light airs from SSE first hour, SW by South remainder of watch.

Barometer falling last hours.


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10 January 1891

In dry dock, and alongside Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Weather clear and cold.

Light airs from SW by South to SW by West.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Fair, with light airs to light breezes from SW by West to West by South.

Barometer unsteady.


8am to meridian:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Light breezes from West by South first part, WSW latter part.

Barometer unsteady.

Engaged in receiving Paymaster's stores on board.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 2500 pounds pork and 1400 pounds beef.

F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, was reported absent without leave.

At 11.38am commenced to flood the dock.

Made preparations to go out of dock.

Getting ammunition rooms ready for ammunition.

At 11.20am spread fires under boiler A and made preparations for using port engine.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows: at 8.00am, 3 in Engineer's Department came on board; 2 plumbers; 2 painters; 1 in Construction [Department], who left ship at 9.30am, returned at 10.20am; 2 plumbers left ship at 8.45am; 2 joiners working on dead lights, 1 came at 8.00am and 1 at 9.15am.

One painter left ship at 9.45am, 3 joiners left ship at 9.50am, together with 1 painter, 1 joiner returned at 10.00am and 1 left at same time, 2 joiners working on dead lights left at 10.00am, 1 in Engineer's Department left ship at 10.10am.

Two painters and 1 in Engineer's Department returned at 10.20am, 2 joiners working on dead lights returned at 10.30am, at 10.35am 2 joiners returned, 3 joiners returned at 10.40am, together with 1 in Engineer's Department, at 10.45am 1 joiner, 1 plumber, returned on board, 1 joiner returned at 10.30am.

One joiner left ship at 10.55am, 2 in Engineer's Department and 1 joiner left ship at 10.55am, same time 1 joiner returned, 1 joiner and 1 plumber returned at 11.00am, 2 plumbers left ship at 11.15am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Weather clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW by West to WNW.

Barometer steady.

At about 12.30pm commenced hauling out of dock, and hauled during watch over to Cob Dock [Cobb Dock in log-book], was unable to get alongside on account of ice and low water.

Brought powder lighter alongside and commenced to discharge powder at 2.30pm.

Working men came and went as follows: at 12.30pm 9 joiners, 5 plumbers, 2 painters, 1 calker came on board; at 12.55pm 1 joiner came on board; and at 3.40pm the calker left.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Very light airs from SW to West.

Continued discharging powder lighter, finished at 6.00pm.

Brought coal lighter alongside.

Secured ship alongside of dock, finishing at 6.15pm.

Working men left the ship as follows: 5 plumbers, 2 painters and 10 joiners left at 4.15pm.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light airs from WSW.

Barometer steady.


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11 January 1891

Moored alongside Cob Dock [Cobb Dock in log-book] Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast by clouds.

Light wind from West to SW.

Ensign R.H. Jackson returned from leave.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy weather.

Very light airs from SW first part, South latter part.

Barometer falling.

Commenced coaling ship at 6.30am.


8am to meridian:

Weather cloudy and rainy.

Light airs from East and East by North.

Barometer falling.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

The following named men were absent without leave, namely: F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, F. Johnson, Ordinary Seaman, and W.H. Higgins, Seaman Apprentice Second-class.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 66 pounds fresh bread.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and rainy.

Light to moderate breeze from South.

Barometer falling rapidly.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, rainy and squally.

Moderate to fresh breeze from SSW.

Barometer falling.

By order of Commanding Officer M. Tierney, Second-class Fireman, was placed in double irons for safe keeping, for being drunk and striking a shipmate.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with light drizzling rain from time to time.

Wind from SSW to South in fresh squalls.


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12 January 1891

Moored to Cob Dock, and alongside of U.S.S. "Terror", Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, with rain, except third hour.

Gentle South by East and South by West breezes.

Barometer falling rapidly, 29.14 to 28.90 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy weather, with drizzling rain.

Gentle to fresh breeze, in squalls, from South by West to West.

Barometer rising.

W.H. Higgins, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, and F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, absent without leave returned on board, the former 71½ hours and the latter 13½ hours over time.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 82½ pounds fresh meat and vegetables each; and 66 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Wind in fresh squalls from NW to West by North.

Engaged coaling ship.

Received on board by our account 59 tons 1757 pounds.

U.S.S. "Boston" was put in the stone dry dock.

At 11.15am shifted over and took her berth alongside U.S.S. "Terror".

The following named men absent over time: F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, V.C. Barrett, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, L. Schriner, Coxswain, C. Gulbronson, Seaman, T. Smith, Seaman, E. Brennan, Boiler Maker, M. Teahan, Coal Heaver, and F. Johnson, Ordinary Seaman.

The following men from the yard were employed on board: 9 joiners and 3 painters in cabin; and 3 pipefitters, 1 painter and one ship carpenter in steerage.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Wind in fresh squalls from NW by West and WNW.

Finished securing ship and went ahead with coaling.

The following men were received on board from U.S.S. "Vermont", with their bags and hammocks: John Allen, Seaman, with Continuous Service Certificate number 4121; John W. Svenson, Seaman, with Continuous Service Certificate number 9507; Michael H. Lynch, Seaman, with Continuous Service Certificate number 9495; John H. Mattrieson, Ordinary Seaman; Joseph Seward, Ordinary Seaman; Samuel Simmons, Ordinary Seaman; Rudolph Borchet, Ordinary Seaman; Jesse Dolver, Ordinary Seaman; Edwin Hannis, Ordinary Seaman; Peter Dwyer, Landsman; Patrick J. Kiley, Landsman; Coleman Connelly, Landsman; George Goodwin, Landsman; William Caff, Landsman; William Frizer, Second-class Fireman; Henry McAllister, Second-class Fireman; John Nooyan, Second-class Fireman; John Hallaghan, Second-class Fireman; Henry Miller, Coal Heaver; Thomas Eddy, Coal Heaver; John H. Griffin, Coal Heaver; and John Joseph Connolly, Coal Heaver, with Continuous Service Certificate number 7828.

The following men from the yard were employed on board: 7 joiners and 4 painter in cabin; and 1 joiner, 1 painter and 2 pipefitters in steerage.

Sent sailing launch on shore to yard to be turned in.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate breeze from WNW.

Engaged coaling ship.

Finished with the lighter and then secured her ahead of the ship alongside other lighters.

The yard tug brought a full lighter alongside, which was secured for the night.

Received on board since noon 61 tons 1928 pounds coal.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy until last hour, then clearing.

Light increasing to stiff breeze in moderate squalls from NW to West.


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13 January 1891

Moored alongside U.S.S. "Terror", Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Partially cloudy, overcast second and third hours of watch.

Gentle to stiff breezes in frequent squalls from the NW first part, moderating and steadier latter part.

Barometer unsteady.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light wind from WSW.

Commenced coaling, and took on board 21.4 tons.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 66 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with light snow first hour, then gradually clearing.

Light to gentle WNW and NW breezes.

Coaling ship from lighter alongside, 8.15am to 11.45am, using baskets forward and aft, whip on steam cutter's davit amidships with steam capstan, received 81 tons.

Absent without leave: F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, M. Teahan, Coal Heaver, E. Brennan, Boiler Maker, T. Smith, Seaman, C. Gulbronsen, Seaman, L. Schreiner, Coxswain, V.C. Barrett, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, F. Miller, Private Marine, and F. Johnson, Ordinary Seaman.

Also, F.C. Quinn, Coal Heaver, and A.J. Quigley, Coal Heaver, were found to have left the ship without permission, and F. Johnson, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board 49 hours over time.

Following Navy Yard workmen on board: 9 joiners in cabin and berth deck, 8.10am to 11.55am.

Turned old sailing launch into yard and brought new one to ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear three hours, fair last hour.

Light to gentle breezes from North by West and NW by West.

Barometer rising 29.72 to 29.86 inches.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 101¼ pounds beef and 101¼ pounds vegetables.

Coaling ship, 1.00pm to 2.30pm and 3.25pm to 4.00pm.

Finished lighter number 2174, said to contain 125.17 tons at 2.30pm.

At 3.15pm Pennsylvania Coal Company's lighter number 2068, said to contain 140.13 tons grate coal, was brought alongside, started coaling from it at 3.25pm.

Received during watch from lighter 2174, 23 tons, from 2068 not estimated, included in following watch.

Transferred to Naval Hospital K.B. Russell, Landsman, with bags and hammock, and to U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Minnesota" W.H. Higgins, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, by order Bureau of Navigation.

Four painters at work in cabin, 1 painter on berth deck, 4 joiners in cabin, all 12.30pm to 4.00pm.

Received as per list annexed [below] sundry articles in Construction and Equipment Departments.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy first half, clear second half.

Light breeze from NNW and light airs from East by South.

E. Brennan, Boiler Maker, returned on board 34½ hours over time.

Stopped coaling at 5.35pm, having received from [lighter number] 2068 46 tons, and during the day 172 tons in 8 working hours.

Five painters at work in cabin and on berth deck, 4.00pm to 4.30pm.

C.J. Winestock, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, was found to have left the ship without permission.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant first part, clouding up latter part.

Light airs and breezes from the SSE.


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Received in Construction Department, January 13th, 1891: sailing launch and outfit; sailing launch's spars; mattresses, wire.

Received in Equipment Department: hair mattresses; wash bowls; slob jars; water ewers; side of bellow's leather.


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14 January 1891

Moored alongside U.S.S. "Terror", Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cold.

Light airs from SW and South.

C.J. Winestock returned on board, having left the ship without permission during the day.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light South by West and South breezes.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 75 pounds soft bread.

At 6.15am commenced coaling and continued, with intermission of 15 minutes for repair of whip, until 7.20am, received on board from lighter 2068, 18 tons.


8am to meridian:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from West by North to West.

Continued coaling ship, received on board from lighter 2068, 70 tons 118 pounds coal.

Working men on board as follows: 5 painters, 8.00am to 12.00pm; 2 joiners from 8.00am to 12.00pm; 2 men from Fulton Wire Works at work on lockers below, came at 9.30am; 2 workmen came on board to examine detaching apparatus of gig at 9.45am, leaving shortly after; 3 men working in dynamo room, came at 10.45am.

At 12.00pm all working men left, except those in dynamo room and 2 men at work on lockers below.

Receiving fresh water aboard.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Light breezes from the West by South and West.

Barometer unsteady.

Engaged in receiving sea stores on board.

Received from U.S.S. "Minnesota" two apprentices, Ames E. Groat, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, and Frank E. Austin, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, with bags, hammocks and necessary transfer papers and accounts.

Finished coaling, receiving in this watch 5 tons 372 pounds, in all 404 tons 432 pounds coal.

Commenced cleaning ship.

Received in Construction [Department]: 16 dining room chairs and 1 easy chair.

Working men on board as follows: 6 painters and 2 joiners, came at 12.30pm, joiners left at 3.40pm; at 12.55pm the 3 dynamo men left the ship, returning at 1.30pm.

Received 12600 gallons fresh water on board during the day.


4pm to 8pm:

Clouding up first part, overcast and cloudy latter part.

Light airs and breezes from the West.

Barometer rising rapidly.

Working men left the ship as follows: at 4.30pm, 6 painters and two men from Fulton Wire Works at work on lockers below; at 5.10pm 3 Edison's men at work in dynamo room.

V.C. Barrett, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, and C. Gulbrundsen, Seaman, returned on board, 59 hours 50 minutes and 60½ hours respectively.


8pm to midnight:

Clear first hour, then clouding over.

Light breezes from WSW to NW, increasing in force last hour.

M. Teahan, Coal Heaver, returned on board 62 hours over time.

F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, and A.J. Quigley, Coal Heaver, returned on board, having left the ship without permission Saturday, and Sunday noon respectively.

T. Smith, Seaman, returned on board 62 hours over time.


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Absentees, January 14, 1891: F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, M. Teahan, Coal Heaver, F. Quinn, Coal Heaver, P.J. Quigley, Coal Heaver, T. Smith, Seaman, C. Gulbrundsen, Seaman, F. Miller, Private Marine, V.C. Barrett, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, and L. Schreiner, Coxswain.


Received in Construction Department: 80 feet pine, ½ inch; 40 feet cherry, 1 inch; 15 feet cherry, 1¼ inch; 50 pounds shellac; 10 gallons alcohol; 150 pounds red lead; 6 wire lockers.

(8am to meridian) January 14, 1891.


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15 January 1891

At Navy Yard, New York, and standing out of New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cold.

Wind in moderate squalls from North by East to WNW.


4am to 8am:

Clear, cold and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from West to NNW.

Barometer rising.

Engaged in breaking out fore hold and in bending sail.

J. Rogers, Landsman, was found to be absent from the ship without permission.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cold.

Light airs and light breezes from NNW to NNE.

Received in Engineer's Department the following stores (see list [below]).

Received in Ordnance Department: 1 10-pound copper maul; 1 extractor for 1-pounder [gun].

N.R. Smith, Seaman Apprentice First-class, was this day transferred with bag and hammock to the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Dale" for instruction.

Bent foresail and spanker.

Four varnishers at work in cabin all watch, 4 men from Edison [General Electric] Company at work in dynamo room on field coil all watch.

J. Rogers, Landsman, returned on board.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cold.

Light breezes from South.

Secured everything for sea.

At 3.50pm called all hands unmoor ship and stood down the river.

Transferred E. Laveall, Bugler, to U.S.S. "Vermont", and received C. Ambler, Landsman, and J. Gragg, Coal Heaver, from U.S.S. "Vermont".

Men finished in dynamo room, also in cabin.

Went to quarters and mustered crew at 1.00pm, all present.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and cold.

Moderate wind from South to SW.

Stood out of harbor and down the bay by Swash Channel.

At 5.47pm rounded Scotland lightship and set course SSE by standard [compass].

At 5.55pm put over patent log, which read 31.6.

Ship's draft forward 14 feet 6 inches, aft 16 feet 2 inches.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 96, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair, with gentle breeze from West.

Steering a course SSE per standard [compass] until 6.44pm, after which South.

Lost sight of Scotland light about 7.00pm and of Navesink lights about 7.55pm.

John James McCann, Machinist, was this day enlisted for three years, and L.S.W. Butler, Landsman, for cruise of U.S.S. "Yorktown" (Special Service).


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant, with light to gentle breezes from the SSW.

At 8.30pm made Barnegat light bearing (per compass) SW¼ [sic], ship's head South.

Course South until 9.14pm, when changed course to SW by South, Barnegat light bearing (per compass) W⅝S, ship's head South, patent log 66.1.

At 11.15pm sighted Tuckers Beach light bearing (per compass) W⅞N, ship's head SW by South.

At 11.22pm sighted Absecon [Absecum in log-book] light bearing WSW⅞W, ship's head SW by South.

Under steam alone.

Smooth sea.

Average steam pressure 114 [pounds], average number of revolutions 101.


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8am to 12pm, January 15th, 1891.

Received in Engineer's Department: 1 globe valve, brass, 1 inch; 10 elbows, brass, 1 inch; 3 elbows; brass, ¾ inch; ~0 fire brick; ~ barrel fire clay; 1 asbestos cock; 2 coal shovels; 24 water gauge glasses, ½ x 10⅜ inch; 48 water gauge glasses, ¾ x 18 inch; 50 feet rubber hose, 2½ inch.


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16 January 1891

Making passage from New York to Hampton Roads

Lat 37.41, Long -75.22


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, light fog.

Light breezes from SSW and West by South.

At 12.30am Absecon [Absecum in log-book] light bore abeam.

At 2.30am sighted Northeast End light [vessel], which bore abeam at 3.10am.

At 3.00am sighted Five Fathom Shoal light, which bore abeam at 3.56am.

Changed course from SW by South to South by West from 2.50am till 3.10am.

Steering course SW by South all remainder of watch, fires in three boilers.

Average steam pressure 100 pounds, revolutions 95.

Patent log at end of watch 35.8.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light wind from South by West.

Passed a number of vessels standing to the Northward

At 5.35am made Fenwick Island lightship bearing (per compass) WSW½W.

At 6.22am Fenwick Island lightship bore abeam NW by West (per compass).

At 6.30am changed course to SSW⅞W (per compass).

At 7.54am changed course to SW by South (per compass).

Steam 108 pounds, vacuum 27 inches, revolutions 94.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with light airs from South, first hour backing to light to gentle breezes from NE and NE by East.

At 8.30am made [Winter] Quarter Shoal lightship, at 8.45am it bore (per standard [compass]) SW⅞W.

Passed it distant two miles determined by bow and beam bearings.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, drilled and instructed divisions.

At 9.45am started swinging ship, starboard helm, for compass deviations, finished at 10.35am.

From 9.30am to 9.45am steered South (per standard [compass]).

From 10.35am steered SSW¾W to end of watch.

Several sail in sight.

Average steam 109 [pounds], revolutions 88.

F. Miller, Private Marine, absent without leave.


Meridian to 4pm:

Generally overcast and cloudy, stars occasionally visible, light rain last hour.

Light breezes from the ENE.

Barometer falling.

Steering course SW by West until 3.15pm, when stopped and took sounding, quarter less thirteen, went ahead course SW by West, patent log 37.4.

At 3.20pm sighted Cape Charles lightship bearing (per compass) W½S.

Changed course to WSW.

Steering various courses approaching the lightship until 3.47pm, when put ship on course SW by W⅛W, patent log reading 43.0.

At 4.56pm Cape Charles lightship bore abeam (per compass) NNW⅞W, ship's head SW by W⅛W, patent log 44.5.

Under steam alone.

Average steam pressure 115 [pounds], average number of revolutions 89½.


4pm to 6pm:

Thick, rainy weather.

Light to gentle breezes from ENE.

Steering course SW by West till 5.00pm, then steering for Cape Henry and up the channel for Hampton Roads.

At 5.30pm Cape Henry bore South.

At 6.00pm hauled in patent log, reading 66.6.

Under steam alone.

Average revolutions 97, average steam pressure 125 [pounds], vacuum 27.


6pm to 8pm:

Raining lightly.

Wind moderate from ENE.

Stood up the [Hampton] Roads and at 7.30pm anchored in 13 fathoms, veering to 75 fathoms port chain.

Bearings at anchorage, Thimble [Shoal] light ENE¾E, Fort Monroe light N¾W, ship's head WNW½W.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 82.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy and rainy, with gentle to moderate NNW breeze.

At 8.53pm called all hands, got under way at 9.07pm and shifted berth, came to at 9.17pm in 12 fathoms, sandy bottom, 75 fathoms port chain.

Bearings: Old Point [Comfort] light North by E¾E, North side of Rip Raps [Island], SE½E, both true, and ship's head W½S.

Banked fires in two boilers, dying out in one boiler.


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8am to meridian, January 16th, 1891

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded:

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, smoking out of hours, requiring petty officer to apply to Officer of Deck in order to get a lawful order carried out, and charging petty officer with having given an order to him out of spite, the order appearing to the officer of deck lawful and proper, 5 days' double irons.

A.J. Quigley, Coal Heaver, absent from ship without permission, 10 days' double irons.

T. Smith, Seaman, L. Schreiner, Coxswain, V.C. Barrett, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, and C. Gulbrundsen, Seaman, remaining absent from ship while coaling, quarantined 3 months and monthly money stopped for 2 months.

A.J. Quigley, not obeying orders of petty officer, 3 days' double irons.


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17 January 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.997, Long -76.306


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and rainy.

Moderate to fresh breezes from the ENE, moderating last hour to gentle breezes at end of watch.

Barometer falling constantly and rapidly.


4am to 8am:

Drizzling rain, with fog.

Gentle breeze from ENE to light variable airs third hour, then coming out from NW.

Commenced distilling at 7.30am.

Ship began swinging to flood tide at 4.10am, finished at 5.30am.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, drizzling rain at intervals during first half of watch.

F. Miller, Private Marine, absent over time.

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, was placed in double irons for five days by order of the Commanding Officer, for smoking out of hours, second offense, and requiring petty officer to apply to Officer of Deck in order to get a lawful order carried out, also charging petty officer with having given him an order out of spite, the same order appearing to the Officer of the Deck lawful and proper.

Allowed fires to die out under boiler C.

The Commanding Officer left the ship to pay official visits.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy, last hour light drizzling rain.

Light breezes from North by West to NW.

Flood tide, velocity of current at 3.00pm 1.1 knots.

Barometer slowly falling, 29.94 to 29.87 inches.

By order of Commanding Officer placed in solitary confinement on bread and water for three days A.J. Quigley, Coal Heaver, for disobeying orders of petty officer.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy, drizzling and foggy first part, fog lifting latter part, and few stars visible occasionally.

Barometer steady at 29.86.

Light breeze from WNW to NW.

NE moderate weather signal flying from signal station on shore.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with occasional light drizzling rain.

Moderate breeze from WNW.

Riding to the ebb.


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18 January 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.997, Long -76.306


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, with gentle West by North to West breeze.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, damp.

Light to gentle breeze from West to WNW.

Barometer rising at end of watch.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 108¾ pounds fresh meat; 108¾ pounds vegetables; 87 pounds fresh bread.

NE moderate weather signal flying from signal station on shore.

Flood tide.


8am to meridian:

Cool, cloudy weather.

Gentle to moderate breezes from WNW to NNW.

At 9.30am called all divisions to quarters for preliminary inspection, and at 9.35am went to quarters and Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew.

F. Miller, Private Marine, absent without leave.

By order of Commanding Officer B. Dunn, Private Marine, was released from confinement, his time of punishment having expired.

At 9.45am had all hands to muster and published charges, findings and sentence in the following Court Martial cases, namely: J.M. Cosgrove, Private Marine, F. Wilson, Private Marine, H.M. McGrath, Private Marine, J.F. Cunningham, Private Marine, W.C. Scott, Private Marine, M.J. Gormley, Private Marine, and C.A. Tupper, Third-class Apprentice.

Received from water boat 3600 gallons in boilers and 900 gallons in tanks, 4500 gallons in all.

Stopped distilling at 10.30am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and raw.

Moderate wind from NW by North and NNW.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

Slack water low at 12.00pm, swung to flood at 1.00pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with gentle NNW and NW by North breeze.

Swung to ebb tide in 30 minutes, finishing at 5.10pm.


8pm to midnight:

Cool, cloudy weather, with faint moonlight.

Gentle to fresh breezes in squalls, from the North.

Ship riding to ebb tide.

Barometer about steady.


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19 January 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.997, Long -76.306


Midnight to 4am:

Clear away first hour and came out fine.

Fresh wind from North by West, in puffs.

Moon set at 2.35am.

At 1.20am finished swinging to the flood.


4am to 8am:

Clear first half, cloudy latter half.

Light to fresh breeze from North, in moderate squalls.

At 5.20am began to swing to ebb tide, and finished at 7.15am.

Liberty party returned on board.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant, with light to moderate breezes, in occasional squalls, from North to NW.

Barometer steady last three hours of watch.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, after which drilled divisions as follows: 1st Division great guns; 2nd Division instruction; 3rd Division setting up exercise; Powder Division instruction; Marines infantry.

Private F.J. Miller, U.S. Marine Corps, was reported absent at quarters without leave.

Engaged in scraping strongbacks and the beam around the interior of the ship on spar deck.

Riding to the ebb.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from North by West to NNW.

Commenced swinging to flood at 2.30pm, and finished at 3.30pm.

At 1.10pm went to quarters and served out clean hammocks.

Scrubbed hammocks.

Ship riding to flood at end of watch.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, fine weather.

Light airs from NE by East to SSE.

Slack water high at 5.20pm, swung to ebb at 7.30pm.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, except light haze about the horizon, bright moonlight.

Light airs and breezes from the SSE first part, light airs to gentle breezes from the SW latter part.

Barometer falling slowly.

Ebb tide.


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20 January 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.997, Long -76.306


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool, bright moonlight.

Light breezes from WSW first part, increasing in force and hauling to NE.

Commenced swinging to flood at 1.30am, and finished at 2.30am.

Ship riding to flood at end of watch.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light airs from NNE to NE.

Slack water low at 7.05am.


8am to noon:

Clear first half, fair latter half.

Light airs boxing the compass during the watch.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 108¾ pounds each of fresh beef and of vegetables; and 87 pounds of soft bread.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

F. Miller, Private Marine, absent without leave.

Drilled divisions and Marine Guard.

Scraping and shellacking bright woodwork, touching up rust spots on outside.

By order of Commanding Officer confined for ten days in double irons C.J. Winestock, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, for leaving ship without permission.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from SSW, around to SE first part, from the East latter part.

Falling barometer.

By order of Commanding Officer released from solitary confinement A.J. Quigley, Coal Heaver, his time of confinement having expired.

At 2.30pm sighted U.S.S. "Chicago" to the Eastward.

At 2.55pm U.S.S. "Chicago" made her number, cornet 24, answered with our number, cornet 236.

At 3.19pm made general signal 1246.

At 3.40pm U.S.S. "Chicago" came to anchor and broke the Senior Officer's pennant at the mizzen truck.

Engaged in touching up ship's side and scrubbing bags.

Commenced swinging to the flood at 3.10pm, finished at 3.50pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Light breezes from SE.

Commenced swinging to ebb tide at 7.50pm, stopped swinging at 8.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Weather clear and pleasant, clouding over latter part.

Light to gentle breeze from South by East, shifting to South last hour.

Ship finished swinging to the ebb at 8.20pm.


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21 January 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.997, Long -76.306


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, pleasant weather, clouding up to Westward toward end of watch.

Light to gentle breezes from the SSW.

Barometer steady.

Commence swinging to the Flood at 2.00am, finished at 3.45am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cool.

Light to gentle breezes from the South and SSE.

At 6.40am U.S.S. "Chicago" hove up anchor and stood up toward Norfolk.

Barometer steady.


8am to noon:

Overcast by clouds.

Light airs from South.

At 8.30am got under way and stood up for Norfolk.

At 10.20am made cornet 236 to U.S.S. "Franklin".

At 11.05am moored to dock at Navy Yard.

Ship's draft 13 feet 7 inches forward, 16 feet 1 inch aft.

Banked fires.

Commanding Officer paid official visit to Commandant of the yard.


Noon to 4pm:

Cloudy, with light breezes from South by West to SW by South.

Made preparations for, and at 2.45pm began coaling, using baskets passed over gangway and bags hoisted by whips at after steam cutter davit.

By order of Commanding Officer released G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, from confinement, and confined J. Miller, Private Marine, for ten days in double irons, for leaving ship without permission.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 18 attendants caps; 6 petty officer's caps.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, threatening rain latter part.

Light airs and breezes from SSE and South by East.

Barometer falling slowly.

Finished coaling ship, received altogether 60 tons 700 pounds coal.

U.S.S. "Chicago" winded around, and at 4.45pm stood down the river.

Received 6,500 gallons fresh water on board.


8pm to midnight.

Overcast, clearing latter part.

Light airs from South by East.


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22 January 1891

Moored to dock, Navy Yard, Norfolk, and at anchor Hampton Roads

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, with light airs to moderate breeze from SSE.

Falling barometer, 29.90 to 29.76.

Light rain last hour.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, with squally appearances.

Light to moderate breezes, in frequent squalls from the SSE first part.

Barometer falling 29.76 to 29.59.

Occasional light drizzle.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and rain first three hours, breaking open to Westward last hour.

Gentle to fresh breezes from South by East to South by West, coming in squalls.


Meridian to 4pm:

At 12.25pm spread fires under three boilers.

At 1.50pm cast off from dock and stood down the river.

Draft 14 feet 5 inches forward and 18 feet 3 inches aft.

At 2.40pm made cornet 236, U.S.S. "Chicago" answered and made cornet 24.

At 3.05pm made interrogatory 1211, U.S.S. "Chicago" answered and made distinguishing 231, general 190, and numeral 2 answer 5.

At 3.28pm anchored in 12 fathoms water, veering to 75 fathoms on port chain.

Bearings at anchorage: Old Point [Comfort] lighthouse NE¼N, South tangent Rip Raps [Island] SE by E⅜E, ship's head SSE¾E.

Banked fires.

Weather unsettled.

Fresh wind from West.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, with light to fresh breeze, in light to moderate squalls, from West and WNW.

At 6.20pm began swinging to flood tide, finishing in 1 hour 20 minutes.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Light to gentle breezes from WNW.

Bright moonlight.

Barometer rising.


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23 January 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.993, Long -76.316


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, fine weather, bright moonlight.

Light wind from West by South.


4am to 8am:

Cloudless sky.

Gentle to light breezes from WNW to SW.

Barometer rising 29.99 to 30.10 inches.

At 4.30am finished swinging to flood, velocity at 6.45am 1.3 knots.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Chicago" hauled down Senior Officer's pennant and hoisted Admiral's flag.


8am to meridian:

Clear, mild and pleasant weather.

Light breezes from WSW.

Barometer rising.

Heavy NW weather signal on shore hauled down.

At 9.20am mustered and inspected at quarters, after which drilled divisions as follows: 1st, 2nd and 3rd Divisions at the battery; Powder Division setting up exercise; and Marine Guard at infantry.

Broke out, inspected and restowed cofferdams.

Sounded steam siren and closed watertight doors and ports.

Made the following signals to flagship, namely: at 9.00am numeral 0; and at 12.00pm numeral 399.

At 9.23am began swinging to the ebb, finished at 10.45am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms, light airs from SW.

At 3.35pm sighted U.S.S. "Dolphin" standing down toward the [Hampton] Roads, and at 3.55pm she dropped anchor in the [Hampton] Roads.

Instructed apprentices in signals.

By order of the Commanding Officer made the following changes in ratings: F. Cassidy, Seaman to Quarter Gunner from [left blank]; W.C. Carson, Seaman to Quarter Gunner from January 9th; and Peter Dwyer, Landsman to Carpenter and Calker from January 13th.

At 12.51pm went to fire quarters, divisions ready as follows, namely: 1st Division 30 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 30 seconds; 3rd Division 25 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 45 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 30 seconds; Marines 1 minute 0 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 20 seconds.

Secured at 12.56pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light breezes from WSW, shifting to SE by East first hour of watch.

Barometer rising.

Ship commenced swinging to the flood at 5.05pm, and finished at 6.00pm.

At 7.40pm stopped distilling.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and bright moonlight.

Light airs from the Southward.

Barometer steady.

At 9.10pm began swinging to the ebb, finished at 10.30pm.


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24 January 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.993, Long -76.316


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and light breeze from South by West.

Bright moonlight.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light airs from SE to East.

At 4.30am started fires under a third boiler.

Slack water low at 4.10am, swung to flood at 5.00am.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and fair at intervals.

Light airs to light breezes from East and East by South.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent without leave.

Made preparations for sea.

Received from flagship 2 cases containing Ardois system of electric signal lights.

At 11.55am flagship made [signal] 240.

Prepared to get under way.

At 9.00am made absentee [report] 1, at 10.00am sick 2, and at noon coal 393.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cloudy and threatening weather, occasional light rain latter part.

Light to stiff breezes from East by South.

Toward end of watch wind and sea increasing, moderate sea.

Barometer falling rapidly, 30.10 to 29.86.

At 12.05pm got under way and stood out of Hampton Roads in column at distance, steering various courses following lead of flagship.

Under steam from boilers A, C and D.

At 2.10pm took departure Cape Henry light bearing (magnetic) W½N, distant 2¾ miles, patent log reading 67.6.

Set course SSE.

Bent storm mizzen.

Average revolutions 87, steam 112.5 [pounds].


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with rain squall last hour.

Gentle breeze from ESE.

Sighted Currituck light at 5.40pm bearing one point abaft starboard beam.

Barometer falling.

Steering course SSE all watch, under steam alone.

Average revolutions 104, steam 120 [pounds].


6pm to 8pm:

Fresh SE breeze in squalls, accompanied by rain.

Moon showing through the clouds at intervals.

Ship in position at end end of watch.

Steam 118 [pounds], vacuum 26.5, revolutions 96.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy for three hours, then clearing.

Moderate breeze, increasing to moderate gale, and hauling from SE to West.

Following motions off flagship, making good per standard [compass] from SSE to SSE⅜E.

Average revolutions 81.8, average steam 120 [pounds].


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25 January 1891

At sea, making passage to Galveston, Texas

Lat 35.45, Long -74.94


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and bright moonlight first part, frequent dark and heavy squalls passing overhead from 2.00am to 3.00am, overcast and cloudy.

Very fresh breezes to a gale blowing from the WSW.

Barometer rising.

Steering various courses between SE by South first hour, and S½W latter part, following U.S.S. "Dolphin".

U.S.S. "Chicago" occasionally in sight, was in sight right ahead at end of watch.

At end of watch making 50 turns on both engines and barely steerageway through the water.

Long and rough sea.

Ship pitching at times deeply, but easily.

Under steam alone and from three boilers.

Average number of revolutions 55, average steam pressure 120 [pounds], vacuum 26.5.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Strong gale coming in squalls from WSW, hauling gradually to WNW and moderating.

Steering course S½W and gradually coming up to WSW in following the movements of the flagship.

Course at end of watch WSW.

Under steam alone.

Average revolutions 50.2, average steam pressure 118 [pounds].

Ship riding deeply, but easily, on long sea.


8am to meridian:

Overcast first part, clearing latter part.

Moderate gale in squalls from NW.

Rough sea.

Latter part wind and sea decreasing.

Barometer rising.

At 10.00am changed course to West by South, and at 11.00am to WSW½W, following lead of flagship.

In column at distance at end of watch.

Under steam alone.

Average revolutions 73, average pressure 120 pounds.

Signals as follows: at noon numeral 375, latitude 35.26.

Absent without leave G. Haneke.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear first three hours, fair last hour.

Stiff, falling to light breezes from West to West by South.

Barometer rising 30.04 to 30.10.

Following motions of flagship, making good until 12.15pm WSW½W, until 1.50pm SSW¾W, until 2.45pm SW½S, and until end of watch SW½W, all per standard [compass].

At 1.30pm set staysail, trysail and spanker, following flagship.

Moderate swell from SSW.

At 2.40pm sighted [Cape] Hatteras light on starboard bow, at 3.40pm it bore abeam.

At 1.45pm flagship made telegraphic 0922, 3503, 0088, 6746, 6075, 0383.

U.S.S. "Yorktown" answered telegraphic 0776, 4774, 6260, 3478, 629, 0844, 4631, 6322, 6022, 0883.

Average steam pressure 116 [pounds], average revolutions 78.6.


4pm to 6pm:

Partially cloudy.

Light to gentle breezes from the WSW.

Barometer rising slowly.

In column at distance, course SW½W.

At 4.40pm took in fore and aft sails, following flagship.

At about 5.20pm lost sight of Cape Hatteras light bearing about North by East.

Steam from three boilers.

Average steam pressure 118 [pounds], average number of revolutions 83, vacuum 27.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from WSW.

Steering course SW½W all watch, under steam alone.

Sighted a steamer ahead at 7.00pm, which passed to port.

Average steam 118 [pounds], revolutions 87.

Barometer rising.

Stopped distilling at 8.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Light SW wind.

At 10.14pm made Cape Lookout light bearing (per compass) NW by W¼W.

Got bottom in 8 and 9 fathoms from 10.15pm to 11.15pm.

At 11.30pm lost sight of Cape Lookout light bearing (per compass) about North by West.

The lights of the ships of the squadron in sight at end of watch.

This ship being slightly astern of her position.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 87, vacuum 27.


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26 January 1891

At sea, making passage to Galveston, Texas

Lat 33.07, Long -78.13


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, with bright moonlight.

Light breezes from WSW to West.

Barometer steady.

Following flagship, making good SW½W per standard [compass].

One sail in sight at end of watch on starboard bow, low down.

Average steam 115 [pounds], revolutions 88.2.


4am to 8am:

Clear, fine weather.

Light to gentle breezes from West by South.

Barometer rising.

In column at distance, steering course SW½W.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, average number of revolutions 86.3, vacuum 27.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from West by South.

Steering course SW½W, under steam alone.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised divisions at great guns, Powder Division at stations for general quarters.

Tested magazine flood cocks.

By order of Commanding Officer following punishments were awarded (see list [below]).

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent from the ship without permission.

Average steam 118 [pounds], revolutions 82, vacuum 27 inches.

Made routine signals to flagship.

Barometer steady.

Drilled apprentices at signals.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from WSW.

Smooth sea.

Barometer falling slightly.

Squadron in column at distance, steering SW½W (per compass).

Under steam alone.

Average pressure 120 pounds, average revolutions 86.8.

Passed a schooner standing Northward and Westward.

At 3.45pm piped down scrubbed and washed clothes.

At 1.05pm divisions called to quarters and drilled as follows: 1st Division great guns; 2nd Division and 3rd Division great guns; Powder Division rifles.

Tested both search lights.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear, with gentle to light breeze from West.

Following flagship, making good SW½W per standard [compass].

Average pressure 120, average revolutions 84.5.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear, fine weather.

Light to gentle breezes from WSW.

Barometer steady.

Moon rose at 6.55pm.

In column at distance, steering course SW½W.

Average number of revolutions 87, average steam pressure 118 [pounds].


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Gentle breezes from WSW and SW by West.

Barometer steady.

Steam pressure 117 [pounds], revolutions 87.4.

Drilled the apprentices at signals in new code.

In column at distance, steering course SW½W.


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[Inserted note]


(8am to 12pm) January 26, 1891.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded:

J.E. Frates, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, leaving a call without permission, 4 hours' extra duty.

J.R. Chrismond, Private Marine, inattention to duty, 6 hours' extra duty.

A. Mosh, Ordinary Seaman, noisy while manning a boat, 2 hours' extra duty.

R. Scholz, Ordinary Seaman, slow and indifferent at brightwork and minor report, 6 hours' extra duty.

W. Peters, Bayman, and T.E. Clinch, Ordinary Seaman, leaving ship without permission and straggling around Navy Yard, 2 hours' extra duty each.

M. Paulsen, Private Marine, spitting on deck and minor report, 4 hours' extra duty.

W. Peters, Bayman, spitting on deck, 2 hours' extra duty.


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27 January 1891

At sea, making passage to Galveston, Texas

Lat 30.12, Long -80.41


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Smooth sea.

Light breeze from SW by West.

At 12.37am flagship changed course to South by West (per compass), and followed her movements.

At end of watch the ship approximately in position.

Steam [sic].


4am to 8am:

Clear first half, cloudy latter half.

Light breeze falling to light airs from WNW to SW.

High dawn.

Following flagship, and making good South by West (per standard [compass]).

Average steam 120 [pounds], average revolutions 84.5.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant weather.

Light airs, varying in direction from South to East.

Barometer unsteady.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, after which held two periods of drill.

1st period: 1st Division great guns; 2nd Division great guns; 3rd Division great guns; Powder Division infantry; Marine Guard setting up drill.

2nd period: 1st Division infantry; 2nd Division great guns; 3rd Division infantry; Powder Division setting up exercise; Marine Guard Hotchkiss 6-pounder.

At 9.20am started fires under boiler B, a leak having developed in boiler C.

Made signals to flagship as follows: at 9.00am numeral 1; 10.00am numeral 6; at 11.53am numeral 333, at meridian latitude signal 30°17' North, and shortly after longitude signal 80°24' W.

In column at distance, steering course South by West.

Exercised apprentices at signals.

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent without permission.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear first half, clouding over second half.

Light to gentle breeze from SSE.

Barometer falling.

Smooth sea.

At 1.00pm changed course to S¾E following flagship.

At end of watch in column at distance.

Under steam alone.

Average pressure 99 pounds, average revolutions 85.

At 1.15pm mustered boats' crews and stationed them for abandon ship.

Passed close by a schooner hove to.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Light SE breeze.

Ship kept in position until 5.15pm, when blew out a gasket in flange of auxiliary steam pipe located on a bulkhead.

The steam steers and dynamo were first rendered inoperative, and then the main engines of the ship were stopped on account of the pumps failing to get steam.

The ship was thus rendered helpless to move and without usual lights.

Hauled in the patent log.

At 5.25pm U.S.S. "Chicago" made signal, tactical 297.

At 5.37pm U.S.S. "Yorktown" made [signal] 4271, and at 5.46pm made 36:68.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with light SE breeze.

Lying to all of watch and repairing auxiliary steam pipe.

At 6.45pm made general [signal] 6261.

Exchanged wigwag signals by night system with flagship, which, with U.S.S. "Dolphin", lay to near us.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with light airs to gentle breezes from the SE.

Barometer beginning to fall at end of watch.

The engines having been reported ready, started ahead at about 8.10pm and rejoined position in column at distance, course South by East.

At 8.19pm put over patent log, reading 51.5.

Average steam pressure 117 [pounds].

Average number of revolutions 85.5.


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28 January 1891

At sea, making passage to Galveston, Texas

Lat 27.05, Long -80.05


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light to gentle breezes from SE by South.

Steering course South by East, following the flagship in column.

Steam pressure 120 [pounds], revolutions 85, vacuum 26.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather, cloudy.

Moderate wind from ESE, freshening.

At 5.00am changed course to South by E¼E (per compass).

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 85.7, vacuum 26.

At end of watch ship approximately in position.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with gentle to stiff SE breeze.

Following motions of flagship, making good until 10.15am South by E¼E, after that S¾E, both per standard [compass].

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent without leave.

Instructed divisions first period, apprentices second period.

By order of Commander awarded A.E. Lowe, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, 4 hours' extra duty, for profanity on duty.

Signals to flagship as follows: at 9.00am numeral 1; at 10.00am numeral 2; at noon numeral 316, and latitude 27°3' N, longitude 80°3' W.

Average steam 119 [pounds], average revolutions 84.4.

Repairing damage to auxiliary steam pipe.

At 11.10am sighted Jupiter Inlet light about ¾ point on starboard bow.

At end of watch it bore South by W¼W per standard [compass].


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from SSE.

Barometer steady.

Sea smooth.

At 12.46pm changed course to South by E¼E, triangulation point of Jupiter [Inlet] light bearing abeam (per compass) W¾S, S¾E, distant 2.3, 1.7 [miles, patent log reading] 93.5.

At 1.00pm changed course South by E¼E.

At 1.50pm changed course to South, patent log reading 3.1.

Squadron in column at distance.

At 2.00pm lost sight of Jupiter [Inlet] light bearing NNW (per compass).

Under steam alone.

Steam pressure 120 pounds, average revolutions 84.5.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from SSE.

At 4.20pm changed course to S½W, and at 6.13pm to S½E, following the movements of the flagship.

Under steam alone.

Barometer steady.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from SSE to ESE.

At 6.15pm changed course to S¼E.

At 7.20pm, repairs to auxiliary steam pipe having been effected, started the dynamo and the distiller.

At 7.50pm signaled flagship by wigwag code "our repairs are completed".

Steam 118 pounds, vacuum 27, revolutions 86.2.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with light, increasing to moderate, breeze from ESE to East.

Moon rose at 8.40pm, after which mostly obscured.

Following flagship, making good S¼E until 11.30pm, and South to midnight.

At 9.30pm made Fowey Rocks light from crosstrees and at 10.15pm from bridge, bearing per standard [compass] S⅝W, patent log 77.7.

At end of watch it bore (per compass) S¾W.

Average pressure 100 pounds, average revolutions 85.


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29 January 1891

At sea, making passage to Galveston, Texas

Lat 24.56, Long -80.26


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with occasional light passing showers second and third hours.

Light to moderate breezes from the SE.

Barometer falling slowly.

Moderate sea.

Moon occasionally visible.

In column at distance, following movements of flagship.

At 2.46am [sic, probably 12.46am] Fowey Rocks light bore abeam, per compass W¾S, ship's head S¾E, distant about 1.5 miles, patent log 99.7.

At 1.46am sighted Carysfort Reef light bearing, per compass SSW¼W, ship's head S¾E.

At 1.49am changed course to S½W, patent log 8.9.

At about 2.47am changed course to South by W½W.

At 3.50am Carysfort [Reef] light bore abeam, per compass WNW½W, ship's head South by W½W, patent log 26.9.

Average steam pressure 109 [pounds], average number of revolutions 84.8, vacuum 27.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from SE.

Sighted Alligator Reef light, which bore abeam at 7.50am.

Under steam alone, in column at distance, following movements of flagship, and steering following courses: till 4.25am South by W½W, then till 5.20am SSW¼W, then SW¾W remainder of watch.

Average steam pressure 115 [pounds], revolutions 87.5, vacuum 26.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from SE and SSE.

Barometer falling slightly.

Sea smooth.

At 8.20am sighted Tennessee Reef beacon bearing WSW, ship's head per compass SW¾W.

At 9.00am passed a red buoy on starboard hand.

At 9.40am made beacon "C", and at 10.20am made Sombrero light bearing 2 points on starboard bow.

At 9.37am changed course to WSW, patent log reading 77.3.

At 11.00am changed course to SW by W½W.

At 11.09am passed Sombrero light, distant 1 mile, patent log 92.5.

At 12.00pm made out American Shoal lighthouse 1½ points on starboard bow.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

At 9.36am went to fire quarters, divisions reporting ready as follows: [left blank, see note below].

At 9.40am drilled at abandon ship, boats reporting ready as follows: [left blank, see note below].

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent without leave.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: [left blank, see note below].

Squadron in column at distance.

Under steam alone.

Average revolutions 86, average pressure 120.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, with gentle SE and ESE breezes.

Standing along Florida Reef, changing course with flagship, at 12.30pm SW by W½W to WSW, and at 1.00pm from WSW to WSW½W (per standard [compass]).

At 1.40pm lost sight of Sombrero lighthouse, ½ point on starboard quarter, at 1.30pm passed American Shoal light, distant 1.3 miles, at 2.00pm sighted Sand Key light and beacon "A", at 2.45pm passed red buoy number 2, at 2.55pm passed beacon "A", at 3.10pm passed Key West channel buoy, Key West City from 2.30pm to 3.30pm, at 3.35pm passed Sand Key light, and at 3.55pm beacon number 2.

Steam alone from 3 boilers, average pressure 114, average revolutions 85.4.

Watch on deck overhauled and restowed chains, watch below instructed from 1.30pm to 2.30pm in signals and knotting.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant weather.

Light airs from ESE, shifting to ENE at 6.20pm.

Barometer steady.

Standing along the Marquesas Keys, squadron in column at distance.

At 4.07pm changed course to W½S, patent log 34.2.

At 5.10pm lost sight of Sand Key light bearing (per compass) ENE½E, ship's head W½S.

Average steam pressure 110 [pounds], average revolutions 85.2, vacuum 27.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from NW.

At 6.53pm sighted Rebecca Shoals light, which at 7.50pm bore abeam.

Under steam alone, in column at distance, following movements of flagship.

At 7.20pm changed course to W¼N.

Steam pressure 96 [pounds], revolutions 86.0, vacuum 27.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, moonlight.

Light breeze from North by West to NNE.

At 8.25pm made light on Loggerhead Key bearing NW by W⅛W per compass.

At 8.47pm made Garden Key light bearing NW⅜W.

At 8.50pm changed course to WNW¼W, following the motions of the flagship.

At 12.00am Loggerhead Key light, dimly visible, bearing East (per compass).

Steam 112 [pounds], revolutions 87.


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[Inserted note]


January 29th, 1891.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded:

J.E. Groat, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, asleep while on messenger watch and striking bell in a lubberly manner, [obscured] hours' extra duty.

H.C. King, Landsman, out of uniform and not placing strap on cap as ordered, 6 hours' extra duty.


G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent without leave.


Went to fire quarters at 9.36am.

Ready: 1st Division 1 minute; 2nd Division 1 minute 55 seconds; 3rd Division 25 seconds; Marines 50 seconds; Navigator's Division 30 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 25 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 30 seconds.

Abandon ship at 9.40am.

Sail launch ready 14 minutes, whaleboat ready 17 minutes, gig ready 19 minutes, 2nd cutter ready 24 minutes, 1st cutter ready 25 minutes, steam cutter ready 25 minutes, dinghy ready 25 minutes.


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30 January 1891

At sea, making passage to Galveston, Texas

Lat 25.39, Long -84.80


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy first hour, then clearing.

Light ENE breeze.

Following motions of flagship, and making good WNW per standard [compass].

At 3.30am hauled fires in boiler A, owing to a leaky joint on check valve on face of boiler, and signaled flagship to that effect.

Set all sail.

At end of watch passed U.S.S. "Dolphin" with engines stopped.

Average steam pressure 115 [pounds], average revolutions 80.6.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant first hour, then clouding up, damp.

Light airs from ENE.

Barometer rising.

Between 4.00am and 5.00am stopped or going ahead slow on headings between West and NW by West, awaiting motions of flagship.

At about 5.30am started ahead with fore and aft sail and steam from 2 boilers, in column, keeping up to distance as well as possible, steering course WNW.

Average steam pressure 100 pounds, average number of revolutions 53.3.


8am to meridian:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breezes from ENE, hauling to SE after first hour.

At 9.50am called all hands clear ship for action, and then went to general quarters and exercised divisions.

For times noted see list [below].

By order of Commanding Officer released W.J. Winestock, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, from confinement, his time having expired, by order of same authority placed J. Rogers, Landsman, in double irons for ten days, for leaving the ship without permission.

Steering course WNW, in column, under all sail, at best speed using two boilers, and flagship keeping distance on this vessel.

Average steam pressure for watch 92, revolutions 67.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from SSE and SE.

Barometer falling.

Sea smooth.

Under steam and all fore and aft sail.

Steam pressure 99.2 [pounds], average revolutions 72.1.

Squadron in column at distance.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, with gentle SE by East breeze.

Steady barometer.

Making a course WNW (per standard [compass]).

All sail and steam, two boilers.

Average pressure 97, average revolutions 68.8.


6pm to 8pm:

Partially cloudy.

Light to gentle breezes from SE by East.

Barometer steady.

In column, U.S.S. "Chicago" and U.S.S. "Dolphin" keeping distance on us.

Course WNW.

All sail.

At 7.40pm connected up third boiler, and signaled to flagship: "We are ready to go faster".

Went ahead faster at 6.43pm [sic].

Average steam pressure 112 [pounds], average number of revolutions 69.5, vacuum 27.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight.

Gentle to moderate breezes from South by East to SSE.

Steering course under steam and all sail, using three boilers, in column at distance.

Average pressure 120, revolutions 88, vacuum 27 inches.


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[Inserted note]


January 30th, 1891.

Cleared ship for action (at 9.50am).

Ready: forward 20 minutes 20 seconds; amidships 9 minutes 45 seconds; aft 13 minutes 10 seconds; berth decks 12 minutes 10 seconds.

General quarters (at 10.13am).

Cast loose and provide: [1st] Division 6 minutes 15 seconds; [2nd] Division 4 minutes 40 seconds; [3rd] Division 5 minutes 12 seconds; Navigator's Division 2 minutes 55 seconds; Powder Division 6 minutes 40 seconds.

Secured (at 10.20am): 1st Division 4 minutes 0 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 30 seconds; 3rd Division 2 minutes 40 seconds; Navigator's Division 3 minutes 40 seconds; Powder Division 6 minutes 50 seconds.

Cast loose and provide and fire six shots: 1st Division 4 minutes 0 seconds; 2nd Division 9 minutes 0 seconds; 3rd Division 4 minutes 45 seconds; Powder [Division] ready 3 minutes 45 seconds.

Ship secured (at 11.04am).


Absentee G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class.


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31 January 1891

At sea, making passage to Galveston, Texas

Lat 27.02, Long -88.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, moonlight.

Moderate SE wind.

At end of watch the ships approximately in position.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 86.9, vacuum 26.6.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, high dawn.

Gentle, falling to light breeze hauling from SE to SSW.

Following flagship, making good WNW (per standard [compass]).

average steam pressure 105 [pounds], average revolutions 86.8.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant, hazy weather.

Light breezes to light airs from SSW.

Barometer falling.

Smooth sea.

Cleaning ship's inside using all hands.

Squadron in column at distance at end of watch.

One sail in sight at end of watch bearing NE by North very low down.

Course WNW.

Made signals to flagship as follows: at 9.00am numeral 1; at 10.00am numeral 3; at meridian numeral 257, latitude signal North 27°01', longitude signal West 88°37'.

Average steam pressure 98 pounds, average number of revolutions 88.5, vacuum 27.

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent without leave.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm, hazy around horizon.

Light to gentle breezes from SSW, shifting last hour to South.

Barometer steady.

Sea smooth.

Squadron in column at distance.

Under steam and all sail.

Average pressure 105, 86.3 average revolutions.

Course WNW.

Private Miller, U.S. Marine Corps, released from confinement by order of Commanding Officer.

By same authority confined McQuirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, in solitary confinement for two days on bread and water.


4pm to 6pm:

Pleasant, hazy weather.

Moderate breeze from South to SSW.

At 4.20pm U.S.S. "Dolphin" hauled out of column and made [signal] 3669.

Slowed down the ship.

At 4.25pm U.S.S. "Dolphin" made [signal] 4271.

Steam 106 [pounds], vacuum 26.5, revolutions 83.3.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair first hour, then cloudy.

Gentle SW breeze.

Lightning to Westward.

Making course WNW¼W (per standard [compass]), following flagship in column at distance.

Average pressure 108, average revolutions 88.


8pm to midnight:

Weather uncertain and misty first three hours, clear and bright starlight last hour, passing showers third hour.

Lightning to Westward first part, to the Northward toward midnight.

Light to gentle breezes from the SSW.

Barometer unsteady.

In column at distance, steering course WNW¼W, under steam from three boilers and all sail, except jib.

Average steam pressure 101 [pounds], average number of revolutions 85.4, vacuum 27.1 inches.

Moon rose between heavy bank of clouds at 11.50pm.



LOGS FOR FEBRUARY 1891


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1 February 1891

At sea, making passage to Galveston, Texas

Lat 28.75, Long -92.53


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight, lightning to Northward.

Course WNW¼W, under steam and all sail, in column at distance.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 83, vacuum 27.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with occasional flash of lightning to the Northward and Westward.

Wind shifting to North by West, coming out fresh after dying out to the Southward and Westward, and accompanied by rain squalls.

At 5.15am took in gaff topsails, and at 6.20am took in trysails and fore staysail.

At 6.35am set main trysail and spanker.

A long light swell from the Southward and Eastward.

At end of watch the ships approximately in position.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, first hour overcast, breaking away about 9.00am, first hour light passing showers.

Stiff, falling to gentle breezes from North to NNE.

Following flagship, making course WNW¼W (per standard [compass]).

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent without leave.

Marched to muster and read Articles for the Government of the Navy, then held general muster, absentee same as before.

Commander inspected ship and crew at quarters.

Under steam, 3 boilers, and fore and aft sail.

At 8.15am took in fore trysail, and at 10.00am reset it.

At 9.00am made numeral 1, at 10.00am numeral 4, at noon numeral 237 and latitude 28°45' N and longitude 92°32' W.

Average pressure 110, average revolutions 84.5.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and damp.

Gentle breeze from North, shifting second hour to NNW.

Barometer steady.

Light swell from SE.

At 12.55pm changed course to WNW⅞W, patent log read 36.6.

Under steam, fore staysail and trysails.

Squadron in column at distance.

Average revolutions 80.7, steam 110 [pounds].

At 3.30pm signaled at request of flagship longitude 92°32' W.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes, decreasing to light airs from WNW.

Steering course WNW⅞W until 4.20pm, then changed to West by North.

In column at distance, under steam and all sail, except topsails.

Steam pressure 105 [pounds], revolutions 84, vacuum 27 inches.

At 4.30pm flagship made to this ship 231, 132, 2 and P5 (tactical signals), then telegraphic 9142, 1408, 5610, 0879.

Barometer steady.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light NW airs.

At 6.30pm took in and furled the fore and aft sails.

Sighted two vessels lights to the Northward and Westward.

Steam 110 pounds, vacuum 27 inches, revolutions 86.8.


8pm to midnight:

Clear.

Calms to light breeze from East.

Following flagship.

At 9.05pm sighted Bolivar Point light.

Rest of watch changing course with flagship for an anchorage.

Steam 106 [pounds], revolutions 85.7.


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2 February 1891

At anchor officer Galveston, Texas

Lat 29.34, Long -94.75


Midnight to 4am:

Bright moonlight until about 2.30am, when commenced to cloud up.

Light breeze from the East.

Barometer falling slightly.

Light swell from Eastward.

At 12.26am came to anchor in 5½ fathoms, muddy bottom, 45 fathoms inside hawse pipe starboard anchor, U.S.S. "Chicago" bearing East (per compass), ship's head North, distant 2½ cable lengths.

Bearings at anchor, namely: black buoy number 1 N⅜E, Bolivar Point lighthouse NW¾W, all magnetic, ship's head NNE.

Banked fires in obedience to general signal, Army and Navy code, "Bank fires" from flagship.

Shortly after flagship made general signal, Very's night code, 2121.

Set deck clock ahead 9 minutes between 10.00am and 10.30am [viz].


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light breeze from East.

Upper clouds setting to the Northward.

At 7.00am flagship made 3340 and time signal.

At 7.40am made Army and Navy code to flagship "Do you wish this ship to take guard today?"

Flagship answered "Yes".


8am to meridian:

Heavy fog, lighting at long intervals.

Light breezes from ESE and SE by South.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent without leave.

Drilled divisions and Marine Guard.

1st period: 1st Division small arm manual; 2nd Division great guns; 3rd great guns; Powder Division setting up drill; Marine Guard setting up drill.

2nd period: 1st Division school of company; 2nd Division instruction at great guns; 3rd Division infantry.

Cleaning ship inside and out.

Made routine signals absentee 1, sick 2, coal 226.


Meridian to 4pm:

Tick fog obscuring sky and enclosing ship, occasionally lifting slightly.

Light breeze from SE by South.

Barometer falling.

Ringing ship's bell throughout watch.

Engaged in cleaning paintwork inside and out.

Engineer's force at work cleaning smoke pipe and escape pipes.

Instructed classes in seamanship and signals.

By order of Commanding Officer released from confinement M.J. McQuirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, by reason of expiration of his term of confinement.

A Board of Survey, of which Lieutenant W.P. Conway, U.S. Navy, is senior member, met and surveyed a barrel of sugar in Paymaster's Department, and found that 191 pounds of sugar had been lost due to injuries to barrel, consequent upon handling in the hold.

Also surveyed, condemned and recommended to be thrown overboard, 45 pounds of dried apples.

Allowed fires to die out under boiler D, leaving banked fires under boilers B and C.


4pm to 8pm:

Dense fog.

Light SE breeze.

Board of Survey condemned, and ordered to be thrown overboard, two kilograms butter, marked C. Cassegrain, Nantes.


8pm to midnight:

Thick fog, occasionally parting overhead and showing a few stars, at end of watch showing a tendency to clear up.

Light breezes from SE first part, SSE latter part.

Barometer unsteady.

Ringing ship's bell until about 11.40pm.


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3 February 1891

At anchor officer Galveston, Texas

Lat 29.34, Long -94.75


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy weather, lightning at times overhead.

Moon rose from behind a bank of clouds to Eastward at 2.20am.

Ringing fog bell at intervals.

Light airs from South.

Calms.


4am to 8am:

Dense fog, except last hour, when partially lifting, heavy rain in passing showers last hour.

Light airs, varying in direction.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and damp, occasional light drizzle.

Light, increasing to stiff breezes from NW by North.

Moderate sea running.

The Board of Survey met and surveyed two boxes of corned meat, marked Amour Packing Company, and found one box 2 cans short, the other 1 can short.

Went to quarters at 9.30am and exercised gun divisions at great guns, the Marine Guard at manual, and Powder Division at secondary battery.

By order of Commanding Officer punishments were awarded as per list appended [below].

Received provisions in Paymaster's Department as per list [below].

Made routine signals to flagship as follows: at 9.00am numeral 1; at 10.00am numeral 1; at 12.00pm numeral 222.

Barometer rising slowly.

G. Haneke, Apprentice, absent without leave.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cool, cloudy weather.

Temperature falling.

Moderate to stiff breezes in squalls from NNW.

Moderate sea running.

At 12.15pm veered to 75 fathoms on starboard chain.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with moderate to fresh breezes blowing from the North by West, in frequent squalls.

Barometer rising rapidly.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast first hour, then partially clear, cool weather.

Wind in squalls from North, blowing in moderate to fresh breezes.

Sea increasing during watch, and strong ebb tide running all watch.

At 8.15pm let go port anchor under foot.

Barometer rising steadily.


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[Inserted notes]


February 3rd, 1891.

(8am to meridian).

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded:

S. Simmons, Ordinary Seaman, and J. Dolbier, Ordinary Seaman, no watch mark, Sunday inspection, 4 hours' extra duty each.

C. Gulbrundsen, Seaman, smoking out of hours and not discontinuing after having been spoken to by the sentry, 3 days' double irons.

A. Johnson, Ordinary Seaman, answering call of boatswain's mate in an unseemly manner, not saluting Officer of Deck, out of uniform, 4 hours' extra duty.

A. Mosh, Ordinary Seaman, disorderly conduct, 2 days' double irons.


February 3rd, 1891.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 222½ pounds fresh beef; 111¼ pounds fresh vegetables; 178 pounds fresh bread.


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4 February 1891

At anchor officer Galveston, Texas

Lat 29.34, Long -94.75


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cold.

Wind in squalls, moderate to stiff breezes from North.

Ship riding to 75 fathoms on starboard anchor, pitching easily.

Moonlight last hour, moon rising at 3.00am.

Sea moderate.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cold.

Moderate to stiff breezes in squalls from North at beginning, veering to NE by North at 7.00am and holding.

Barometer rising.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3340.

Moderate sea running from NW.

At 5.40am hove up port anchor.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cool.

Moderate to stiff NE by East breezes, decreasing in force last hour.

Made routine signals to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 1; at 10.00am numeral 1; and at 12.00pm numeral 216.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised divisions as follows: 1st Division small arm manual 1st period, and overhauled battery 2nd period; 2nd Division overhauled battery both periods; 3rd Division infantry 1st period, overhauling battery 2nd period; Powder Division at secondary battery both periods.

Closed watertight doors at 11.00am, times required as follows: starboard engine room 2 minutes 30 seconds; port engine room 2 minutes 45 seconds; berth deck 1 minute 25 seconds.

Inspected all iron work and watertight valves as per United States Regulation Circular number 70.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: E. Moore, Landsman, L.S.W. Butler, Landsman, H.S. McAvoy, Landsman, not cleaning officer's wardroom table by 9.00am, 4 hours' extra duty each.

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent without leave.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NE by East.

Barometer falling.

Sea diminishing last half.

Hove up and stowed port anchor.

Riding to starboard anchor with 75 fathoms.

Overhauled and ran in gun of 1st and 2nd Divisions.

At 2.15pm closed watertight doors.

Ready as follows: starboard [engine room] 15 seconds; port [engine room] 30 seconds; berth deck 45 seconds.

At 1.00pm shook out reefs, and at 3.45pm piped down scrubbed and washed clothes.

Sent boat to flagship for mail.

At 3.59.30pm went to fire quarters.

Ready as follows: 1st Division 1 minute 15 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minutes 10 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute; Powder [Division] 2 minutes; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 30 seconds; Marines 1 minute 10 seconds.

Signals as follows: from flagship, general 2984 at 3.45pm; at 3.50pm to U.S.S. "Dolphin" 1087 negative.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NE by East and ENE.

Smooth sea.

Barometer steady.


8pm to midnight:

Gentle breeze from ENE.

Barometer high and steady.

Ship pitching easily.

Riding to 75 fathoms on starboard chain.

Finished exercising search lights.


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5 February 1891

At anchor officer Galveston, Texas

Lat 29.34, Long -94.75


Midnight to 4am:

Weather clear and cool.

Gentle breeze from ENE first hour, afterwards shifting to ESE.

Barometer falling.

Long swell from East.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant first part, clouding over last hour, with breeze from ESE.

At 8.00am hoisted guard flag.

Barometer falling.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to moderate breezes from East by South.

Barometer steady.

Received in Paymaster's Department fresh provisions as follows: 111¼ pounds fresh meat; 111¼ pounds fresh vegetables; 89 pounds fresh bread.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and drilled as follows: 1st Division, 1st period rifles, 2nd period great guns; 2nd Division, 1st period rifles, 2nd period setting up exercises; 3rd Division, 1st period great guns, 2nd period rifles; Powder Division, 1st and 2nd periods setting up; Marines, 1st and 2nd period rifles.

Engaged in touching up spots on outside.

Tug "Seinneth" [?], with Reception Committee from Galveston, visited flagship.

Tug "Cynthia" brought back officers from shore.

Mallory steamer "Lampasas" brought out a large number of people from Galveston, steamed around the squadron, and stood back to city.

Signals: 9.00am numeral 1; 10.00am numeral 2; noon numeral 213 by U.S.S. "Yorktown" to flagship.

At 10.25am flagship to squadron 5455.

Loosed sail at 10.30am.

J. Montgomery, Quartermaster, was placed in double irons for ten days by order of the Commanding Officer, for being drunk on duty.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light East wind.

The Commander-in-Chief, with the officers of the squadron, went on shore in the tug "Cynthia" to visit the city of Galveston.

At 3.25pm flagship made signal 2984.

Engaged painting and tarring down.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy first hour, clearing at intervals rest of watch.

Light to gentle breeze from East.

Barometer falling.

At 8.00pm stopped distilling.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, heavy dew.

Light SE breeze.

Ship rolling lightly.


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6 February 1891

At anchor officer Galveston, Texas

Lat 29.34, Long -94.75


Midnight to 4am:

Dense fog after 12.50am.

Light breeze, falling to light airs, and backing from SE to East.

Barometer fell from 30.04 to 29.95 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fog first three hours, lighting after 7.00am, remaining over the land and around horizon.

Light airs from East, South by East, and South by West.

Barometer steady.

At 8.00am hauled down guard flag.


8am to meridian:

Foggy weather.

Light wind from SSE to South.

At 9.30am went to quarters (general): 1st Division 3 minutes 10 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 45 seconds; 3rd Division 3 minutes 8 seconds; Powder [Division] 3 minutes 10 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 3 minutes 10 seconds; Marines 2 minutes 10 seconds; and Engineer's [Division] 3 minutes.

Drill was cut short by rain squall.

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent without leave.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 111¼ pounds fresh beef; 111¼ pounds fresh vegetables and 89 pounds fresh bread.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and foggy.

Light breeze from South and South by East.

Closed watertight doors for exercise: port engine [room] 20 seconds; starboard engine [room] 30 seconds; berth deck 15 seconds.

By wigwag made coal report 209, which owing to fog had not been made at noon.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast by fog, clouds and rain, the latter coming in moderate squalls from SSW.

Made preparations for sea.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 83.9.

Draught forward 12 feet 6 inches, aft 15 feet 7 inches.

At 7.35pm put over patent log, showing 31.5, having run South 84° West (magnetic), two miles from anchorage. At 6.50pm called all hands and hove up starboard anchor, and went ahead on course E¾N, following motions of flagship, the course becoming subsequent E¾S (per compass).


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy three hours, then clearing.

Barometer steady.

Gentle SE breeze.

Following flagship, making good E⅝S (per standard [compass]).

Steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 87.

Several brilliant meteors crossed NE sky between 11.00pm and 12.00am.


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7 February 1891

At sea, making passage from Galveston to New Orleans

Lat 28.78, Long -91.78


Midnight to 4am:

Partially cloudy first part, clear and pleasant latter part, heavy dew.

Light to gentle breezes from South by West.

Barometer steady.

Following motions of flagship, making course E¾SE.

At about 3.40am stopped in consequence of U.S.S. "Chicago" having slowed down and U.S.S. "Dolphin" stopped.

At 3.50am went ahead again.

Average steam pressure 120 [pounds], average number of revolutions 82.4, vacuum 26.5.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SE.

Steering course E¾S, in column, under steam alone.

At slow speed till 4.50am, when U.S.S. "Chicago" having forged ahead, went ahead fast, U.S.S. "Dolphin" shortly doing the same.

Steam pressure 105 [pounds], revolutions 8, vacuum 26.

Barometer steady.


8am to meridian:

Hazy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SSE.

At 10.05am flagship changed course to E⅛S (per compass), and at 11.25am to E½N (per compass).

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were assigned: H.C. King, Landsman, 3 days' solitary confinement on bread and water, for threatening to strike Wardroom Steward, and disrespectful to caterer; P. Friedling, Seaman Apprentice First-class, 2 days' double irons, for singing out for Corporal of Guard, and making fun for crew.

Both of these men were confined accordingly.

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent without leave.

Steam 111.5 [pounds], vacuum 26.5, revolutions 89.7.

The following signals were made: U.S.S. "Yorktown" to flagship, at 9.00am numeral 1, at 10.00am numeral 2, at 12.00pm numeral 193, numeral 28.47 and numeral 91.32; flagship to U.S.S. "Yorktown", at 11.55 431.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, hazy around horizon.

Gentle breezes from SSE.

Barometer falling.

Squadron in line at distance.

Under steam alone.

Steam pressure 115 [pounds], vacuum 26, average revolutions 87.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: H.M. Calisto, Second-class Fireman, J.J. Meade, Coal Heaver, W. Johnson, Coal Heaver, E. Golden, Coal Heaver, not turning out for morning watch, 6 hours' extra duty each.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, with thick mist to Northward and Eastward obscuring horizon.

Light to gentle breezes from SSE.

Squadron in line at distance until 5.45pm.

At 4.55pm flagship made [signal] 136, immediately after hoisted annulling pennant.

At 5.00pm changed course to East by North

At 5.10pm flagship made general signal 128, at 5.45pm general signal 247, and at 5.50pm general signal 256.

At end of watch assuming position, order of cruising day formation.

Average steam pressure 115 pounds, revolutions 85.9, vacuum 26½.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, damp.

Light breezes from South by East.

In order of cruising day formation, at ½ distance, under steam alone.

At 6.40pm made signal to flagship, "slowed to avoid getting too near U.S.S. "Dolphin".

At 7.00pm flagship made general [signal] "The order of cruising was prescribed by order of January 24".

Barometer steady.

Steam 111 [pounds], revolutions 88, vacuum 26.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, heavy dew, misty about Eastern horizon.

Moderate breeze from SE by East.

At 8.15pm flagship made [signal] 255, and at 8.25pm made 829.

Changed to column ahead.

Steam 115 pounds, vacuum 26.5, revolutions 82.9.


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8 February 1891

Making passage to New Orleans, Louisiana

Lat 29.025, Long -89.178


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy first half, clear latter half.

Following lead of flagship, making good East by North first hour, ENE last three hours (per standard [compass]), except 15 minutes 2nd hour, when stood NE.

About 1.45am sighted SW Pass light and at 2.45am South Pass light.

At 3.45am took pilot off Jetties.

Average pressure 113, average turns 87.


4am to 8am:

Thick fog.

Light airs from South and South by West until last hour, when backed to SSE.

Barometer rising.

At 4.20am came to anchor in 8¼ fathoms, soft muddy bottom, veered to 30 fathoms starboard chain, banked fires.

South Pass light bearing (per compass) West by North, ship's head NW¼W.

General signal from flagship to have steam ready at day break.

At 6.15am engines were reported ready.


8am to meridian:

Heavy fog first two hours, then clear and warm.

Light airs and light breezes from South by East.

At 9.10am called all hands up anchor, and fell into position, in column at distance, under steam alone, in obedience to general signal 241.

Standing in under direction of pilot in above order remainder of watch.

At 10.40am passed East and West Jetty lights.

At 11.10am Health Officer came alongside and granted pratique.

At 11.30am passed Port Eads.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 43.8, vacuum 27.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear first half, clouding over latter half.

Light breeze from SW except third [hour], when wind blew in squalls from gentle to stiff breeze.

Barometer falling.

Standing up South Pass first hour.

At 1.15pm discharged pilot.

U.S.S. "Chicago" and U.S.S. "Dolphin" some distance ahead.

Under steam alone.

By order of Commanding Officer release from confinement Private McKee, U.S. Marine Corps, his term of confinement by a Court Martial sentence having expired.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, with low lying mist along shore.

Light SW breeze.

Standing up Mississippi, Commander conning.

At end of watch abreast Live Oak, with rest of squadron out of sight ahead.

Average steam pressure 92 [pounds], average revolutions 88.8.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy first hour, heavy mist rising from river about 7.00pm.

Standing up river, ship conned by Commanding Officer, steering various courses.

At 7.08pm called all hands bring ship to an anchor, and at 7.10pm let go starboard anchor in 11 fathoms water, soft bottom, and veered to 75 fathoms chain toward the right bank, above Belleview.

Current at 7.45pm 2.6 knots.

Average steam pressure 94 pounds, average number of revolutions 83.3, vacuum 27 inch.

Banked fires.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and foggy first hour, then clearing, with slight fog remainder of watch.

Light breezes from SSE.

At 8.40pm used search lights.

At 8.45 turned them off.

Under banked fires in three boilers.


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9 February 1891

Standing up the Mississippi, and at anchor New Orleans, Louisiana

Lat 29.95, Long -90.06


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, hazy weather.

Wind moderate from SSE.

At 3.00am spread the fires.


4am to 8am:

Mostly cloudy, at times foggy along water's edge.

Gentle SSE and SW breezes.

At 4.30am got under way and stood up river, Commander conning.

At 5.55am came to in 10½ fathoms, mud bottom, 75 fathoms starboard chain, abreast Fair View, where found U.S.S. "Dolphin" and U.S.S. "Chicago" anchored.

Exchanged distinguishing lights and reported fact of anchorage.

At 7.15am flagship made [signal] 431, got under way and took place in column, flagship leading.

At end of watch abreast of Woodland, rest of squadron some distance ahead.


8am to meridian:

Fair to cloudy weather.

Light to moderate breezes from SW to SSW.

Barometer steady.

Passing showers last hour.

At 9.30am went to quarters.

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent without leave.

Exercised gun divisions at pointing, Powder Division instruction, Marine Guard manual and firing.

J. Dwyer, Master-at-Arms, reported the expiration of his term of enlistment.

Released from confinement P. Friedling, Seaman Apprentice First-class, and J. Rogers, Landsman, their term of confinement having expired.

Standing up river, at about 10.30am obtained "distance" from U.S.S. "Dolphin".

Exchanged salutes with numerous vessels and flags along the levees.

At 11.05am let go port anchor in 15½ fathoms water, soft muddy bottom, and veered to 50 fathoms chain at the hawse pipe, abreast Louisville and Nashville Railroad wharf.

Banked fires.

Average steam pressure up to time of anchorage 111, average number of revolutions 97.3, vacuum 26.

At 9.00am made numeral 1, at 10.00am numeral 3, at meridian numeral 162.

Flagship made signals as follows, namely: 9.35am U.S.S. "Yorktown's" distinguishing pennant 306; general signal 9.40am, 3544; 9.50am, 5118; 10.20am, preparatory 234; 11.00am, 234; 11.20am, 2121; 11.25am, 559; 11.45am, 3969.

At 10.15am flagship made telegraphic signal 4841, 9277, 9319, 6024, 9279, 6216, 1839, 0094, 8619.

At 10.35am replied telegraphic 0776, 4774, 8619, 4204, 9778, 6439, 1998, 1, 1583, 1902, 629, 6603, 3534, 1695, 0940, 0970, 0416.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to moderate breezes from SSW.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: J.H. Cummings, Coal Heaver, being drunk on duty, 10 days' double irons; F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, A.J. Quigly, Coal Heaver, and C.J. Winestock, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, leaving ship without permission, 10 days' double irons each.

J. Dwyer, Master-at-Arms, was this day discharged from this vessel and the Naval Service, his term of enlistment having expired.

At 2.32pm flagship fired a salute of 21 guns and manned yards in honor of Naval Parade, headed by "King of the Carnival".

At 2.45pm battery ashore fired a salute of 21 guns.

At 3.30pm hauled down rainbow flags, leaving ship in dress uniform, following movements of flagship.

Sent liberty party ashore.


4pm to 8pm:

Squally appearances throughout the watch.

Light to moderate breezes from WSW.

Barometer steady.

Cleaning outside, painting inboard.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool, passing showers first, occasional drizzle remainder of watch.

Light airs to moderate breezes in squalls from NNW.

Barometer rising.


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10 February 1891

At anchor off New Orleans, Louisiana

Lat 29.95, Long -90.06


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with drizzling rain.

Moderate NW wind.

At 3.00am the ship started to drag.

Veered to 75 fathoms outside the hawse on the port chain, and dropped the starboard anchor under foot.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, with light to moderate breezes from NNW first part, gentle breezes from North by West latter part.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 111¼ pounds fresh beef; 89 pounds fresh bread; 111¼ pounds fresh vegetables.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3340.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy weather.

Gentle breezes from North by West.

At 9.30am went to quarters and mustered divisions, the following men absent without leave (see list [below]).

Frates, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, returned from liberty 2 hours over time.

F.S. Hoagland, Oiler, returned on board 4 hours over time.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: (see list [below]).

Made routine signals to flagship.

Making preparations for painting ship.

Barometer steady.


Noon to 4pm:

Overcast and heavy first part, clearing up fine latter part.

Moderate breeze from North.

Sent a liberty party on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from NE and North.

Calms.

A. Mosh, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board 12 hours over time.

At 4.45pm flagship made general [signal] 2984, and piped down scrubbed and washed clothes.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from NE.

Running evaporator.

M. Foley, Second-class Fireman, returned from liberty 14½ hours over time.

Barometer steady, 30.18 and 30.17.


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[Inserted note]


8am to meridian.

Absentees February 10th, 1891.

M.H. Paulsen, Private Marine, F.L. Hoagland, Oiler, A. Mosh, Ordinary Seaman, M. Foley, Second-class Fireman, H. McAllister, Second-class Fireman, W. Frazer, Second-class Fireman, T. Eddy, Coal Heaver, J.J. Connolly, Coal Heaver, J.H. Griffin, Coal Heaver, J. Hallaghan, Second-class Fireman, and G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class.


By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: L.S. Butler, Landsman, E. Moore, Landsman, H.S. McEvoy, Landsman, not removing table cover by 9.00am, 4 hours' extra duty each.


James Dwyer was this day enlisted on board this vessel for three years' General Service as a Seaman Gunner.


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11 February 1891

At anchor off New Orleans, Louisiana

Lat 29.95, Long -90.06


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and fine.

Light airs and breezes from NNE.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

First part clear and pleasant, afterward cloudy.

Light breeze from NNE and NE by East.

Barometer about steady.

At 7.30am flagship made general signal 3340.


8am to noon:

Cloudy and damp.

Light breeze from ENE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, the following men being absent over time: G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, H. McAllister, Second-class Fireman, W. Frazier, Second-class Fireman, T. Eddy, Coal Heaver, J. Connolly, Coal Heaver, J.H. Griffin, Coal Heaver, J. Hallaghan, Second-class Fireman, W.J. Sloan, Coal Heaver, J. Murphy, Second-class Fireman, P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, M.H. Poulsen, Private Marine, C.P. Bayley, Private Marine, E. Powers, Private Marine, A. Nordstrom, Captain of Forecastle, J. Svensen, Seaman, E. Lundberg, Seaman, M.J. Lynch, Seaman, and P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 111¼ pounds fresh beef; 111¼ pounds fresh vegetables; and 89 pounds fresh bread.

C.P. Bayley, Private Marine, E. Powers, Private Marine, P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker, E. Lundberg, Seaman, and P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, returned from liberty over time.

At 9.00am made signal to flagship, numeral 18, at 10.00am numeral 3, and at noon numeral 156.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy, drizzling at intervals last three hours of watch.

Light breeze from East.

Barometer falling.

By order of Commanding Officer a reward of ten (10) dollars was offered for each of the following men: M.J. Lynch, Seaman, W. Svensen, Seaman, W.J. Sloan, Coal Heaver, J. Connolly, Coal Heaver, J. Murphy, Second-class Fireman, J.H. Griffin, Coal Heaver, T. Eddy, Coal Heaver, W. Frazier, Second-class Fireman, J. Hallaghan, Second-class Fireman, W.H. Poulsen, Private Marine, and H. McAllister, Second-class Fireman.

At 2.40pm piped down scrubbed and washed clothes, in obedience to general signal 2984 from flagship.

E. Powers, Private Marine, placed under sentry's charge for being drunk on duty.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with drizzling rain, excepting at intervals.

Light airs from East and East by North.

W.J. Sloan, Coal Heaver, J. Connolly, Coal Heaver, J. Griffin, Coal Heaver, J. Hallaghan, Second-class Fireman, and J.T. Ashton, Water Tender, were brought on board by the police, and awards of ten (10) dollars each were paid for each of the first four men, in accordance with the Commanding Officer's offer of the day to the police of the town.

By order of Commanding Officer J. Hallaghan, Second-class Fireman, and J. Connolly, Coal Heaver, were placed under charge of sentry until sober.

T. Eddy, Coal Heaver, returned on board over time.

The Commanding Officer offered a reward of ten dollars for the return of each of the following men: M.H. Poulsen, Private Marine, A. Nordstrom, Captain of Forecastle, and H. McAllister, Second-class Fireman.

Lieutenant Bradbury and Chief Engineer C. Andrade returned on board from the New York Naval Hospital.


8pm to midnight.

Cloudy, damp and misty.

Light Easterly airs.

Barometer falling gradually.

The following men: E. Powers, Private Marine, J. Hallaghan, Second-class Fireman, and J. Connolly, Coal Heaver, were released from confinement by order of Commanding Officer.


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12 February 1891

At anchor off New Orleans, Louisiana

Lat 29.95, Long -90.06


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy.

Light airs from SE and SE by East.


4am to 8am:

Fog.

Light SE airs.


8am to meridian:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from SE.

Barometer unsteady.

At 9.00am made absentee signal to flagship.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

Exercised 1st Division at small arms, 2nd at instruction, 3rd at setting up drill, instructed Powder [Division], and drilled Marine Guard.

The following named men were absent without leave, namely: G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, H. McAllister, Second-class Fireman, W. Frazer, Second-class Fireman, J. Murphy, Second-class Fireman, M.H. Paulsen, Private Marine, A. Nordstrom, Captain of Forecastle, J. Svenson, Seaman, M.J. Lynch, Seaman, J.J. Austin, Coal Heaver, P.E. Rogers, Painter, and M. Tierney, Second-class Fireman.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following named men were released from confinement, namely: A.J. Quigley, Coal Heaver, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, and J.H. Cummings.

At 10.00am made sick report to flagship.

At 10.15am flagship made general signal 5455.

Answered, and loosed sail.

A. Nordstrom, Captain of Forecastle, and M. Tierney, Second-class Fireman, returned on board, the former 3¾ hours, the latter 28¼ hours over time.

Engaged in painting ship outside.

At 12.00pm made coal signal to flagship.

Naval Cadet A.B. Hoff returned to duty on board U.S.S. "Chicago".


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially cloudy, but generally pleasant, occasionally a light passing sprinkle.

Light to gentle breeze from South by East to SSW.

Engaged in painting ship.

Received numerous visitors on board.

The two following named men were brought on board by the police, and the offered reward of ten dollars apiece was paid for their delivery on board, namely: H. McAllister, Second-class Fireman, and J. Murphy, Second-class Fireman.

By order of the Commanding Officer a reward of ten dollars was offered for the apprehension and delivery on board this vessel of the following named men, namely: P.E. Rogers, Painter, and J.J. Austin, Coal Heaver,

Sent liberty party on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy weather, with occasional passing showers.

Light to gentle breeze from South.

Barometer falling.

G. Frazer, Coal Heaver, absent without leave, was brought on board by the city police, 57½ hours over time, and by order of the Commanding Officer a reward of $10.00 was paid for his delivery on board; by same authority he was placed under the sentry's charge for safe keeping.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and damp, frequent passing showers.

Light breezes from South to SSW, increasing to moderate breezes at times, from SSW last hour, with lightning to the Northward.

Barometer unsteady.


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13 February 1891

At anchor off New Orleans, Louisiana

Lat 29.95, Long -90.06


Midnight to 4am:

Rainy weather.

Light airs from NNW to NE, coming in moderate squalls first hour.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Weather cloudy and rainy.

Light breezes, unsteady in direction.

Barometer falling.

At 7.00am the flagship made general signal 3340.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and misty, light drizzling rain during most of watch, foggy at times.

Very light airs to light breezes from SE, backing to NE and East.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 111¼ pounds fresh beef; 111¼ pounds fresh vegetables; 89 pounds fresh bread.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

The following is the list of absentees: G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, M.H. Paulsen, Private Marine, M.J. Lynch, Seaman, and J. Svensen, Seaman.

The following changes in ratings were made: Charles Ambler, Landsman to Bugler, from January 1st, 1891; G.J. Hyde, Third-class Apprentice to Second-class Apprentice, from January 1st, 1891; James Dwyer, Seaman Gunner to Master-at-Arms, from February 10th, 1891.

Made the following signals to flagship, namely: at 9.00am absentee report numeral 4; at 10.00am made sick report numeral 4; at noon coal report numeral 141.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with heavy low lying fog at times.

Light airs from East to ENE.

Sent liberty party ashore.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and misty, raining latter part.

Light airs from East by North, and East last hour.

Barometer rising.

At 4.20pm went to fire quarters.

Ready as follows: 1st Division 1 minute 40 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 0 seconds; 3rd Division 55 seconds; Powder Division 50 seconds; Navigator's Division 50 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 30 seconds; Marines 1 minute 15 seconds.

Water at 1 minute 30 seconds.

At 4.27pm sounded siren, and closed watertight doors in the following times: starboard engine room 30 seconds; port engine room 40 seconds; berth deck 35 seconds.

Secured at 4.40pm, 30 seconds.


8pm to midnight:

Foggy, with drizzling rain.

Light airs from NE.


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14 February 1891

At anchor off New Orleans, Louisiana

Lat 29.95, Long -90.06


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with light drizzling rain.

Light wind from East by North.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, drizzling rain first hour.

Barometer steady.

Light to gentle breezes from East by North and ENE.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3340.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and damp.

Light to gentle breezes from ENE.

At 9.30am went to quarters and inspected bags.

The following men absent without leave: G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, M.H. Paulsen, Private Marine, J. Gragg, Coal Heaver, H. Miller, Coal Heaver, and J.L. Carlson, Seaman.

At 11.58am flagship fired a salute of 17 guns.

Made routine signals to flagship, as follows: at 9.00am numeral 6; at 10.00am numeral 3; at 12.00pm numeral 133.

Sent section of distilling pipe ashore to be repaired.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, and threatening rain.

Moderate wind from East by North.

Sent liberty party on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with rain last two hours.

Gentle breeze from ENE, coming in moderate squalls last two hours.

H. Miller, Coal Heaver, returned on board 11 hours over time.

Distilling pipe returned on board.


8pm to midnight:

Raining.

Fresh breeze from ENE.


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15 February 1891

At anchor off New Orleans, Louisiana

Lat 29.95, Long -90.06


Midnight to 4am:

Squally and rainy weather.

Moderate to fresh breeze from ENE to East.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Rainy weather.

Gentle breezes in moderate squalls from East, hauling to ESE and increasing in force at end of watch.

At 7.00am flagship made time and dress signals.


8am to meridian:

Raining with but few intervals.

Wind in strong squalls until latter end of watch, when it shifted from East by South to SSE.

By order of Commanding Officer J. Montgomery, Quartermaster, was released from confinement.

The following men were absent without leave at the end of watch: G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, M.H. Paulsen, Private Marine, J. Cummings, Coal Heaver, J.L. Carlson, Seaman, and J. Gragg, Coal Heaver.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 111¼ pounds fresh beef; 111¼ pounds vegetables; and 90 pounds fresh bread.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy weather, clearing latter half.

Light and gentle breezes from SE and SSE.

Barometer falling second hour.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant, clearing weather.

Light breeze from SE by South.

The U.S.L.H.T. "Joseph Henry", lighthouse tender for the 16th District, passed up the river.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light breezes from SE, shifting to SSE last hour.

Barometer falling.

Strength of current 2.1 knots.


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16 February 1891

At anchor off New Orleans, Louisiana

Lat 29.95, Long -90.06


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, passing showers third hour, heavy rain last hour after 3.50am.

Light SSE breeze.

Barometer 30.06 to 29.98.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, rainy, foggy weather.

Light airs from South.

J.L. Carlson, Seaman, returned on board 46 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Clear, and warm after first hour.

Light airs and breezes from SW to West by South.

Barometer slightly unsteady.

At 9.00am made absentee report to flagship.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

The following named men absent without leave, namely: M.H. Paulsen, Private Marine, G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, J. Gragg, Coal Heaver, M. Condon, Oiler, J.H. Cummings, Coal Heaver, John Healy, Water Tender, John Daly, Water Tender, and J. Kenefick, Boatswain's Mate.

Instructed 1st Division, drilled 2nd Division at great guns, 3rd [Division] and Masters at setting up drill, and Powder [Division] at small arms, and marines at small arms and aiming drill.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 111¼ pounds fresh beef and vegetables, each; and 89 pounds fresh bread.

At 10.00am made sick report to flagship.

At 10.25am flagship made general signal 5455, answered and loosed sail.

At 11.28am sounded the shrieking whistle.

Watertight doors closed in: starboard engine room in 35 seconds; port engine room 25 seconds; and on berth deck in 28 seconds.

The Executive Officer inspected et cetera the hull, in accordance with Paragraph 2, Section 2, U.S. Navy Regulations Circular number 77, and found it in good condition.

Engaged in cleaning ship.

At 12.00pm made coal signal to flagship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Light WSW breeze.

At 3.30pm flagship made [signals] 4826 and 2984, furled sail and piped down clothes.

At 1.15pm made annulling 5040.

Barometer falling 30.04 to 29.98.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from WSW.

Bright moonlight latter part of watch.

Barometer rising slowing.


8pm to midnight:

Clear [first] half of watch, then fair, clouds moving over from Westward, heavy dew, mist on horizon.

Light SW airs.

Barometer steady at 30.00 inches.


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17 February 1891

At anchor off New Orleans, Louisiana

Lat 29.95, Long -90.06


Midnight to 4am:

Fair, with bright starlight most of the watch.

Cloudy to the Westward and SW.

Light airs and breezes from SSE, and South by East latter part.

Moderate dew.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

First hour clear and pleasant, afterwards cloudy, with occasional fog.

Light airs and breezes from SW to South.

Barometer rising.

At 7.00am flagship made general signal 3340, answered.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 111¼ pounds of fresh beef and vegetables each; and 89 pounds fresh bread.

At 8.00am half-masted colors in memory of Admiral D.D. Porter, U.S. Navy


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm.

Light breezes from South by West to SW.

Barometer slowly rising, 30.00 to 30.05 inches.

By order of Commanding Officer rewards of $10.00 each for the apprehension and delivery on board of John Healy, Water Tender, James Kenefick, Boatswain's Mate, and Michael Condon, Oiler.

Absent without leave: W.H. Paulsen, Private Marine, G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, J. Daly, Water Tender, J. Healy, Water Tender, M. Condon, Oiler, J. Cummings, Coal Heaver, James Gragg, Coal Heaver, and J. Kenefick, Boatswain's Mate.

J. Daly, Water Tender, returned on board 27¾ hours over time, J.H. Cummings, Coal Heaver, 50 hours over time.

J. Kenefick, Boatswain's Mate, was brought off by the police, 28 hours over time, and the proffered reward of $10 paid for his delivery.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, drilled divisions at infantry, except 2nd Division, which was drilled at artillery, and Marine Guard at bayonet exercise.

Made routine signals: numeral 8 at 9.00am; numeral 0 at 10.00am; and numeral 110 at noon.

At noon flagship began minute-gun salute in honor of the late Admiral of the Navy.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, pleasant weather, with light airs and breezes from SW to South by West.

Barometer falling.

Sent liberty party on shore.

Painted 2nd cutter.

At 12.36pm continued salute of minute guns in honor of the late Admiral of the Navy, firing seventeen.

Expended in Ordnance [Department] 17 6-pounder charges.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair first and third hour, cloudy rest of watch.

Light breeze to light airs from South by West to WSW.


8pm to midnight:

Clear first hour, overcast remainder of watch.

Light airs and breezes from South by West to SSW.

Barometer steady.

John Healy, Water Tender, returned on board 58½ hours over time.


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18 February 1891

At anchor off New Orleans, Louisiana

Lat 29.95, Long -90.06


Midnight to 4am:

Partially clear, clouding over with slight mist last hour.

Light breezes from South and South by West.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with light breeze to light airs from SSW to South.

At 7.00am flagship made time and dress signal.

At 8.00am hauled down guard flag.


8am to meridian:

Fair, pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from South by West to SSE.

Barometer steady last three hours.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters.

The following named men were absent without leave, namely: W.H. Paulsen, Private Marine, G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, M. Condon, Oiler, and James Gragg, Coal Heaver.

Drilled divisions as follows: 1st Division instruction great guns; 2nd Division same; 3rd Division infantry; Powder Division setting up drill; Marine Guard infantry.

By order of Commanding Officer following punishments were awarded: L.S.W. Butler, Landsman, out of uniform at quarters, 4 hours' extra duty; T.E. Clinch, Ordinary Seaman, absent from muster at anchor watch, 2 hours' extra duty; P.J. Kiley, Landsman, and F. Johnson, Ordinary Seaman, absent from muster at gun brightwork, 3 hours' extra duty each; C.S. Driver, Landsman, putting name on liberty list without caterers' permission, 2 weeks' quarantine; C. Connelly, Landsman, dirty clothes in guard boat, 3 hours' extra duty; M. Foley, Second-class Fireman, hammock 20 minute late, impertinence to Corporal [of the] Guard while executing orders of Officer of Deck, 5 days' double irons; George Parkhurst, Seaman, and G. Goodwin, Landsman, hammock five minutes late, 2 hours' extra duty each; McEvoy, Landsman, E. Creigher, Landsman, and J. Gable, Oiler, 3 hours' extra duty each, for same offense; M. Theahan, Second-class Fireman, J. Frazer, Second-class Fireman, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, J.H. Cummings, Coal Heaver, J. Meade, Coal Heaver, J. Healy, Water Tender, F. Ruschman, Oiler, P. Woods, Oiler, P. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, M. Tierny, Second-class Fireman, J. Mather, Second-class Fireman, J. Costain, First-class Fireman, and H. Miller, Coal Heaver, not turning out morning watch, 6 hours' extra duty each.

M. Foley, Second-class Fireman, was accordingly placed in double irons for five days.

At 10.10am flagship made general signal 5455.

Called all hands and loosed sail.

At 11.40am flagship made 4826, furled sails.

At noon made coal signal 103, at 9.00am made numeral 4 for absentee report, at 10.00am sick report numeral 3.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, occasional passing showers.

Light to gentle breeze from South to South by East.

At 2.15pm flagship made general 2984, and piped down washed clothes.

J. Gragg, Coal Heaver, was brought on board by the police, 79 hours over time, and reward paid.

At 1.05pm went to fire quarters, ready as follows: 1st Division 1 minute 0 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 10 seconds; 3rd Division 50 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 30 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minutes 20 seconds; Marines 1 minute 35 seconds.

Water in 2 minutes.

Secure at 1.10pm.

Retreat at 1.17pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant weather, bright moonlight latter part.

Light airs and breezes from South by East to SE.

Barometer rising slowly.

Light mist rising over river at end of watch.

By order of Commanding Officer placed W.C. Carson, Quarter Gunner, under sentry's charge until he shall become sober.


8pm to midnight:

Generally clear, with heavy fog settling at times.

Light airs from SE.

By order of Commanding Office released W.C. Carson from under sentry's charge.


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19 February 1891

At anchor off New Orleans, Louisiana

Lat 29.95, Long -90.06


Midnight to 4am:

Fog, light SE airs.


4am to 8am:

Foggy, becoming somewhat lighter overhead toward end of watch.

Light airs and breezes from SE to ESE.

Barometer rising.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3340.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 111¼ pounds fresh beef; 111¼ pounds fresh vegetables and 89 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Foggy first part, partially clear last part, light breezes from SE by East.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised divisions as follows: 1st Division instruction; 2nd and 3rd Divisions infantry; Powder Division and Marine Guard in rifle manual.

The following men absent without leave: M.H. Paulsen, Private Marine, and G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class.

Received in Engineer's Department: 302 gallons lard oil; 354 pounds cotton waste; 20 pounds iron washers; 100 pounds oatmeal.

By order of Commanding Officer placed P. Friedling, Seaman Apprentice First-class, in double irons, for disorderly conduct, to await further action.

Made routine signals to flagship as follows: at 9.00am numeral 2; at 10.00am numeral 3; at 12.00pm numeral 97.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from SSE.

By order of Commanding Officer released C.J. Winestock, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, from confinement.

A large number of visitors came on board during the watch.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from SSE to SE by South.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, moonlight, damp mist rising from the water.

Light wind from SE by East.


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20 February 1891

At anchor off New Orleans, Louisiana

Lat 29.95, Long -90.06


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breezes from SSE to SE.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from SE and SE by South.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 111¼ pounds fresh beef; 111¼ pounds vegetables and 89 pounds fresh bread.

Made preparations for coaling.

At 5.45am coal stage came alongside, and at 6.00am the coal lighter.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal.


8am to noon:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate wind, in puffs, from SSE.

By order of Commanding Officer released P. Friedling, Seaman Apprentice First-class, from confinement, and declared M.H. Paulsen, Private Marine, a deserter.

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, and J. Dwyer, Master-at-Arms, absent over time, the latter returning at noon, four hours over time.

Engaged coaling ship.

Received during watch about 204 tons 2040 pounds.

The Captain returned from leave.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Gentle to fresh breeze from South by East.

Barometer falling.

Finished coaling ship at about 3.30pm, having received on board 316 tons 960 pounds.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with passing showers last half of watch.

Light wind from South and South by East.


8pm to midnight:

Weather cloudy and rainy.

Gentle breeze from South by East, shifting to West, NW and North by West between 9 and 10 o'clock, with heavy rain.

Lightning to the Southward and Eastward after 9.00pm.

Barometer unsteady.


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21 February 1891

At anchor off New Orleans, Louisiana

Lat 29.95, Long -90.06


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, intermittent rain first three hours, steady last hour.

Gentle breeze from ENE, falling to light airs from SE and calms.

Thunder and lightning to SW last three hours.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and rainy first two hours, clearing somewhat last two hours.

Light airs, variable in direction.

At 7.00am flagship made time and uniform signal 3340.


8am to meridian:

Weather cloudy and damp.

Light airs and breezes, unsteady in direction.

Barometer unsteady.

At 10.00am made sick report, at 9.00am made absentee report, and at 12.00pm coal report to flagship.

At 8.45am made signal interrogatory 2983 to flagship, answered granted.

By order of the Commanding Officer Martin Foley, Second-class Fireman, was released from confinement, his term having expired, and by the same authority the following punishments were assigned, namely: H.S. McEvoy, Landsman, L.S.M. Butler, Landsman, and H.C. King, Landsman, wearing dirty clothes at table service, 4 hours' extra duty each; R. Scholz, Ordinary Seaman, having wet clothes under top gallant forecastle, 6 hours' extra duty; M. Tierny, Second-class Fireman, slow in obeying orders of machinist, 3 days' double irons.

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent from the ship without leave.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 111¼ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 89 pounds bread.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy, light sprinkles of rain second and last hours.

Light breeze from North.

Slight rise of barometer.


4pm to 8pm:

First hour cloudy, with passing showers, afterward clearing weather.

Gentle to fresh breeze from North.

Barometer rising.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, with bright moonlight, occasionally obscured by passing clouds.

Gentle to stiff North by East and NNE breeze, last half in light squalls.

Barometer rising 30.04 to 30.12 inches.

Force of current at 11.45pm 2.6 knots.


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22 February 1891

At anchor off New Orleans, Louisiana

Lat 29.95, Long -90.06


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, cold, and bright moonlight.

Light to stiff breeze from NNE, moderating latter part.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breeze from NNE to NE.

Barometer rising.

At 7.00am flagship made general signal 3340, which was annulled at 7.45am, and general signal 3362 made.


8am to meridian:

Fair, with gentle ENE breeze.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Absent without leave G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class.

Commander inspected ship and crew.

At 9.00am, 10.00am and noon made routine signals.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and mild.

Light to gentle breezes from between ESE and ENE.

Barometer unsteady.

At 12.00pm a salute of 45 guns was fired on shore in honor of the anniversary of Washington's birthday.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, with light breeze from East, falling to light airs from East by South.

A large number of persons from shore visited the ship.


8pm to midnight:

Fair to cloudy at end of watch.

Calm first hour, light airs and breezes from NE by East to East during remainder of watch.


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23 February 1891

At anchor off New Orleans, Louisiana

Lat 29.95, Long -90.06


Midnight to 4am:

Partially clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from the East.

Started fires in two boilers at 12.00am.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Fair and pleasant.

Light airs and light breeze from East.

Made preparations for sea.

At 5.45am started heaving up starboard anchor, when a link carried away at hawse pipe, thus losing anchor and about 27 fathoms of chain.

Got spare anchor on starboard billboard, unshackled starboard bower chain at 45 fathom shackle, and bent it to 45 fathoms of sheet chain, which took to spare anchor.


8am to meridian:

Fair.

Light airs and breezes from between East and SSE.

At 8.20am called all hands up anchor.

Started to heave in port chain, finding a very heavy strain, going ahead slowly on engines at intervals, stopping the windlass as chain tautened.

At 10.09am the port chain parted at about 48 fathoms, due to an imperfect link, as was disclosed by the fracture.

Put stream anchor on port bow ready for letting go with 90 fathoms chain, 105 fathoms chain on starboard anchor.

During remainder of watch steaming the current and awaiting the motions of U.S.S. "Chicago" and U.S.S. "Dolphin".

At noon fired a salute of 21 guns in honor of the anniversary of Washington's birthday.

The same being fired by each vessel of the squadron present.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 21 blank 6-pounder charges.

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent without leave.

Draft of ship forward 13 feet 11 inches, aft 16 feet 4 inches.

At 9.00am, 10.00am, and 12.00pm made routine signals.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breezes from SE.

Till 1.10pm lying in position ahead of flagship, then dropped in position in column at distance on flagship, in obedience to signal by wigwag.

At 1.30pm made [signal] interrogatory 6339 to flagship.

At 1.32pm flagship made general [signal] 251, then general 255.

At 2.00pm flagship made general [signal] 444.

At 2.25pm to U.S.S. "Yorktown" 255, 829, and at 2.30pm to U.S.S. "Yorktown" 255, and stood down the river followed by U.S.S. "Yorktown", in column at distance.

At end of watch in above order, under steam alone, with fires in three boilers, average steam 120 pounds, revolutions 59, vacuum 27.

At 12.25pm a salute of 17 guns was fired from shore, and answered by flagship gun for gun.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SE to ESE.

Barometer rising.

Standing down river following U.S.S. "Chicago".

Latter part of watch U.S.S. "Dolphin" in sight astern.

Number of revolutions 99.6, steam 117 pounds


6pm to 8pm:

Fine, bright moonlight.

Light wind from ESE.

Standing down river following flagship.

At 7.45pm U.S.S. "Dolphin" resumed place in line, this ship dropping astern into position.

At 8.00pm flagship stopped and signaled for pilot.

Steam 110 pounds, vacuum 26.5, revolutions 93.4.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with gentle South breeze.

Fine drizzling rain for 10 minutes last hour.

Long swell in Gulf.

At 8.10pm pilot came on board and took charge of conn.

Stood down river and through Jetties, ships about a mile apart.

At 9.25pm discharged pilot, and at 9.45pm took departure, patent log 16.1, East Jetty light W½S (per standard [compass]), distant 2 miles, ship's head East.

Following flagship rest of watch, making good until 10.00pm East, until 11.00pm NE½E, and till midnight NE¼E.

During last hour tubes became choked with soot and steam was for half an hour kept with difficulty.

Started fires in fourth boiler.

At 9.45pm flagship made tactical signal 255, and at 10.20pm general [signal] 529.

Average steam pressure 112 [pounds], revolutions 75.4.

At 11.30pm last sight of East Jetty light bearing WSW (per standard [compass]).


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24 February 1891

At sea making passage from New Orleans, Louisiana, to Pensacola, Florida, and at anchor off Pensacola, Florida

Lat 30.34, Long -87.30


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with moon partially obscured, clearing last hour.

Gentle breezes from East by South, to East last hour.

Barometer steady.

In column at distance, following movements of flagship, making course NE¼E.

Under steam from four boilers.

Average steam pressure 120 [pounds], average revolutions 86, vacuum 27.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with moonlight at times, clearing last hour.

Gentle breeze from East to SE by East.

In column at distance, under steam alone, using four boilers, steering course NE¼E.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, revolutions 85.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breeze from ESE.

Barometer slightly unsteady.

At 8.15am changed course to NE by E¼E (per compass), patent log 10.5.

At 9.00am made absentee report to flagship.

At 9.30am changed course to NNE (per compass), patent log 20.3.

Mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent without leave.

Instructed 1st Division, drilled 2nd and 3rd Division at great guns, Powder [Division] at secondary battery, and Marines at infantry.

At 10.15am sighted low land on port bow.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments was assigned, namely: J. Mather, Second-class Fireman, 2 hours' extra duty for being out of uniform at Sunday inspection; and by the same authority M. Tierney, Second-class Fireman, was released from confinement.

At 10.30am sounded in 19 fathoms water with Thomson's [Thompson in log-book] machine.

At 10.37am changed course to North (per compass), patent log 30.6, and at 10.48am to North by West, patent log 32.3.

At 10.50am sighted Pensacola lighthouse on starboard bow.

At 11.35am flagship made general signal 196, at 11.40am numeral 2 answer 5, at same time to this vessel 231, at 11.42am general signal 102, and 11.45am numeral 2 answer 5.

Last hour of watch standing for anchorage off Pensacola bar, following flagship.

Average number revolutions 84.6, steam 120 pounds.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light SE wind.

At 12.10pm anchored in 6 fathoms water, veering to 45 fathoms on starboard chain, hard sandy bottom.

Bearings of anchorage: Pensacola lighthouse NW by N, life saving station at Santa Rosa NE¼E, both magnetic.

Banked fires.

Two pilot boats and two tugs came off to view the ships.

The Commandant of the Navy Yard paid an official visit to the flagship, bringing mail for the squadron.

At noon flagship made general signal 231.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breeze from SE by South and SSE.

Barometer falling slowly.

Moon rose at about 6.40pm.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, moonlight.

Light breeze from SSE.

At 11.00pm flagship made general signal 4873, and at 11.30pm 2810.

Exercised at general quarters.

Cast loose 8 minutes 30 seconds.

Secured 7 minutes.

Total time of exercise 33 minutes.


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25 February 1891

At anchor off Pensacola, Florida

Lat 30.34, Long -87.30


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with light to gentle SSE breeze.

Damp.

Moon occasionally obscured.

No appreciable tidal current.

Barometer falling 29.93 to 29.82 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy weather, with passing showers.

Light to gentle breeze from SSE to SSW.

Barometer slightly unsteady.

At 7.00am flagship made general signal 3340, answered.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Light breeze from South and South by West.

At 9.30am exercised boats under oars.

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent from the ship over time.

The Commanding Officer awarded following punishments: 4 hours' extra duty to H.C. King, Landsman, for repeated inattention to orders; 4 hours' extra duty to L.S.W. Butler, Landsman, for not answering bell call; and 4 hours' extra duty to William Peters, Bayman, for having steam turned on without orders.

The following signal were made: from U.S.S. "Yorktown" to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 1; at 10.00am numeral 3; and at noon numeral 358; from flagship at 9.20am general preparatory 11.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with light South by West and SSW breezes.

Barometer falling 29.88 to 29.75 inches.

At 1.30pm instructed classes of 3rd Division in care and preservation of main battery.

At 2.30pm flagship made tactical signal 11, sent boats out for exercise under oars.

At 3.30pm flagship made general signal 2438, recalled boats.

At 3.30pm U.S.S. "Yorktown" to flagship [signal] interrogatory 5455, answer yes.

At 3.40pm flagship made general signal 2984.

Piped down scrubbed clothes.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Light SW wind.

At 4.45pm made [signal] interrogatory 4826.

Flagship answered and made yes.

Furled sails at 4.45pm.

Moon rose at 7.35pm.


8pm to midnight:

Clear first hour, with bright moonlight, gradually clouding over, with heavy scud from WSW, and moon only occasionally visible.

Barometer steady at 29.70 inches.

Dew.

Light breeze from SW first hour, increasing to fresh breeze from SW by West and WSW, and blowing last two hours in moderate squalls.

At 10.45pm spread fires in two boilers, and at 11.50pm port engine was reported ready for use.

At 11.15pm veered to 60 fathoms


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26 February 1891

At anchor off Pensacola, Florida

Lat 30.34, Long -87.30


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and squally appearances first three quarters of an hour, bright moonlight and starlight after 1.00am.

Long swell setting in from the SW, going down toward end of watch.

Gentle to moderate breezes from West by South, veering steadily to the NNW at end of watch and moderating.

Barometer steady.

Banked fires at 12.15am.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from NNW to West.

At 7.00am flagship made signal 3340 for uniform and time.


8am to meridian:

Fair, with gentle to fresh WNW breeze.

Barometer rising 29.90 to 29.98 inches.

Wind in moderate squalls.

At 9.00am carried out to 150 yards from ship and anchored small floating target to be used as per instructions for preliminary target practice issued by Commander-in-Chief.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters (G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent over time), then went to general quarters and exercised at main and secondary battery, Marines as riflemen.

Times of cast loose and provide: 1st Division 9 minutes 15 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 40 seconds; 3rd [Division] 2 minutes 35 seconds; Navigator's Division 2 minutes 30 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minutes 45 seconds; Powder Division 3 minutes 25 seconds.

Secured at 9 hours 54 minutes 45 seconds, total time of exercise 29 minutes.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: L.S.W. Butler, Landsman, disrespect to steward, 2 days' confinement on bread and water; Thomas Cassidy, Quarter Gunner, gross neglect of duty, 2 weeks' quarantine.

At 11.00am let go port anchor under foot.

Several tugs with passengers to view the squadron came out from Pensacola.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with gentle to stiff breezes from the NW.

Barometer rising.

Engaged in firing at target using sub-caliber ammunition.

At end of watch started to take in target.

Expended in Ordnance [Department]: 440 .45 caliber ball cartridges.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, latter part bright starlight.

Moderate, falling to light NW breeze.

Barometer rose from 30.05 to 30.19 inches.

Took in target at 4.15pm.

At 7.15pm hove up port anchor.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and bright starlight.

Gentle to stiff breezes from NNW, moderating latter part.

Barometer rising.

Moon rose at 8.25pm.

Fires banked under all four boilers.


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27 February 1891

At anchor off Pensacola, Florida

Lat 30.34, Long -87.30


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cold.

Gentle and moderate breezes from NNW.

Barometer rising.


4am to 8am:

Clear, with gentle to moderate breezes from North by West to NNE.

Low dawn.

At 7.00am flagship made dress and time signal 3340.

At 8.00am hoisted guard flag.


8am to meridian:

Clear, fine weather.

Light to moderate breezes from NNE to NE, moderating after 9.00am.

Very high barometer, and still rising [30.44 inches at noon].

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent without leave.

Drilled divisions as follows: 1st [Division] instruction great guns; 2nd [Division] great guns; 3rd [Division] setting up exercise; Powder [Division] stations for general quarters, and Marine Guard infantry and instruction in compass.

Put out target and continued sub-caliber practice as yesterday.

Signals made: 9.00am, absentee report numeral 1; 10.00am, sick numeral 2; 12.00pm, coal report numeral 345.

Flagship made at 9.20am negative 4873.

At 9.20am to U.S.S. "Dolphin" 4562, and at 10.30am general signal 2984.

Punishments awarded by Commanding officer as follows: T. Desmond, Landsman, no southwester when manning boat, 4 hours' extra duty; M.J. McQuirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, no southwester or trousers when manning boat, and keeping same waiting 15 minutes, 4 hours' extra duty, and 3 hours per day additional until southwester is found.

At about 11.30am U.S.S. "Dolphin" got under way and stood in toward the entrance to Pensacola Bay.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from ESE.

At 1.11pm sounded siren and closed watertight doors.

Times: starboard engine room 30 seconds; port engine room 25 seconds; and berth deck 35 seconds.

Exercised divisions with sub-caliber tubes at target as per order of Commander-in-Chief.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, cool and pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breezes from SE to East by South.

Barometer falling.

Finished target practice and took in target.

Expended in Ordnance [Department] today: 740 .45 caliber ball cartridges.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from ESE to SE, increasing in force third hour.

Moon rose at 9.20pm, bright moonlight remainder of watch.


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28 February 1891

At anchor off Pensacola, Florida

Lat 30.34, Long -87.30


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Gentle breeze from SSE to NE, shifting by West and North.

Barometer unsteady.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy.

Light to gentle breezes from East by North, to SE at end of watch.

Barometer rising.

Engaged in running in guns and cleaning ship.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from SE to SSE.

Crew engaged in overhauling battery and refilling recoil cylinders.

Made routine signals to flagship at 9.00am, 10.00am and 12.00pm.

The watertight doors' valves and ironwork was examined as per United States Regulation Circular number 77, and found in good condition.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breezes from South.

Barometer falling.

At 3.15pm U.S.S. "Dolphin" was sighted coming out of the harbor, and at 3.55pm she anchored to the Eastward of U.S.S. "Chicago".


4pm to 8pm:

Generally clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from South by East to South.

At 4.00pm went to fire quarters.

Divisions ready as follows: 1st 1 minute 0 seconds; 2nd 1 minute 30 seconds; 3rd 30 seconds; Powder 1 minute 0 seconds; Navigator's 45 seconds; and Marines 1 minute 0 seconds.

Water [in] 1 minute 30 seconds.

Secured at 4.03pm.


8pm to midnight:

Generally cloudy and pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breezes from South, shifting to South by West last hour.

Barometer falling.

Moon rose at about 10.20pm.



LOGS FOR MARCH 1891


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1 March 1891

At anchor off Pensacola, Florida

Lat 30.34, Long -87.30


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy.

Light wind from SW by West to West by North.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs and light breezes from North by West, hauling to NNE.

At 7.00am flagship made time and dress signal.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, misty, damp weather.

Light airs from NNE to NE.

Barometer unsteady.

At 9.00am made absentee report to flagship.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent without leave.

The Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew.

Called all hands to muster, read Articles for the Government of the Navy, and mustered crew.

At 10.00am made sick report, and at noon coal report to flagship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light airs from North by East, East by South and SSW.

Three barks came out over the bar under tow and put to sea.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from SW.

Barometer falling.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, hazy.

Light SW airs.


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2 March 1891

At anchor off Pensacola, Florida

Lat 30.34, Long -87.30


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with light airs from NE.


4am to 8am:

First part clear and pleasant, afterwards cloudy.

Light airs from East to NE.

Barometer steady.

At 7.00am flagship made general signal 3340, answered.

At 7.15am sighted U.S.S. "Boston" standing in for anchorage.

She and U.S.S. "Chicago" exchanged numbers.

At 7.45am flagship made signals numerals 168 and 231 to U.S.S. "Boston".

At 7.40am U.S.S. "Boston" fired a salute of 13 guns, which was answered by flagship with 11 guns.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light airs from South by West.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent over time.

Drilled 1st period: 1st Division great guns; 2nd Division great guns; 3rd Division setting up; Powder Division and Marines infantry.

2nd Period: 1st Division infantry; 2nd Division pistols; 3rd Division infantry; Powder Division pistols; and Marines setting up.

Spread fires under two boilers and turned engines over.

Sighted starboard anchor and dropped it again in same position.

Banked fires.

Instructed apprentices in compass and signals.

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, was returned on board from U.S.S. "Boston", having had his leave extended by the Navy Department until 26th January.

He received a passage on U.S.S. "Atlanta" to Key West, where he was transferred to U.S.S. "Boston".

Received on board stores from U.S.S. "Boston".

Steam Engineering [Department]: 20 pounds ⅝-inch iron washers; 50 yards blue fish line; 70 pounds oatmeal and 2 tube cutters.

Equipment [Department]: 2 globes for arc lights; 2 dust pans for same; 100 carbons, large, for same; and 100 carbons, small, for same; 2 junction boxes.

Ordnance [Department]: 6 extractor springs for Lee magazine rifle; and 1 telescope sight and attachment.

Made following signals to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 1; at 10.00am numeral 2; and at noon numeral 330; by wigwag "Request permission to sight our anchor", flagship answered "yes".

U.S.S. "Boston" to U.S.S. "Yorktown": "We have ordnance stores and a man on board for you".


Noon to 4pm:

Fair, with light airs and breezes from South.

At 1.30pm had usual classes, 3rd Division instructed in dismounting and assembling Lee magazine rifle and Colt's double action Navy revolver.

At 2.30pm sent boats under regular crew to exercise under oars until 3.30pm.

Following signals during watch: flagship to squadron at 2.15pm preparatory tactical 11; at 2.30pm tactical 11; at 2.55pm annulling 5040; at 3.30pm general 2438.

Barometer falling 30.28 to 30.16 inches.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from South and South by West.

At 4.12pm flagship made signal 2989.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, with heavy dew.

Light to gentle South by West breeze.

Barometer slowly falling 30.12 to 30.09 inches.


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3 March 1891

At anchor off Pensacola, Florida

Lat 30.34, Long -87.30


Midnight to 4am:

Bright moonlight.

Light airs from the South by West.

Heavy dew.

Barometer falling.

Medium banked fires under all four boilers.

Moon rose at about 12.25am.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light airs from South by East and South.

At 7.00am flagship made signal 3340.

At 7.45am spread fires under four boilers.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with light South by East and SSE airs.

At 8.30am got under way and engaged in squadron tactics following signals of flagship.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters.

Drilled divisions as follows: 1st period: 1st Division pistols; 2nd Division manual of arms; 3rd Division infantry; Powder Division infantry; [Marine] Guard manual of arms.

2nd period: 1st Division setting up; 2nd Division great guns instruction; 3rd Division instruction at main battery; Powder Division setting up drill; [Marine] Guard instruction in sighting secondary battery.

Following signals made to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 2; at noon numeral 322.

From flagship: at 8.30am tactical 240; at 8.38am tactical 255; 8.50am numeral 277; at 9.03am tactical 447 and numeral 4; at 9.00am tactical 283; at 9.35am tactical 272; 9.45am tactical 277; 9.50am numeral 24; 10.00am tactical 290; 10.20am tactical 267; 10.25am tactical 281; 10.38am tactical 27; 10.39am numeral 28; at 11.15am, U.S.S. "Yorktown" distinguishing pennant, tactical 277 and numeral 28; at 11.24am tactical 362; 11.40am tactical 283; at 11.44am, U.S.S. "Yorktown" distinguishing pennant [left blank]; at 12.00pm tactical 362.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from SSE, from SSW last hour.

Barometer falling.

At about 2.00pm held classes.

During watch engaged in fleet maneuvers, following directions of flagship.

Signals from flagship as follows, namely: at 1.10pm tactical 283; 1.28pm tactical 256; 1.35pm, to U.S.S. "Boston" and U.S.S. "Dolphin", position pennant; 1.40pm general signal 6013; 1.45pm tactical 361; 1.50pm tactical 297; 1.55pm tactical 290; 2.00pm numeral 28; 2.10pm tactical 256; 2.20pm tactical 362; 2.25pm tactical 267; 2.40pm tactical 362; 2.45pm, to U.S.S. "Yorktown", tactical 212; 3.00pm tactical 284; 3.18pm tactical 419; 3.25pm tactical 255; 3.35pm tactical 361; 3.40pm preparatory 232; 3.45pm tactical 229; at 4.00pm general signal 2121.

At 1.43pm U.S.S. "Yorktown" made numeral 60.

At end of watch working toward anchorage.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy first half, fair latter half.

Light breezes from SSW to West by South.

At 4.08pm came to in 6¾ fathoms, bottom fine white sand and shells, veering to 45 fathoms starboard chain.

Bearings at anchor: Pensacola lighthouse NW by North, life saving station NE, both magnetic.

By order of Commanding Officer made following changes in rating to date from February 24: E.P. Franklin, Quartermaster to Ship's Writer; T. Cassidy, Quarter Gunner to Quartermaster; V. Frederickson, Seaman to Quarter Gunner.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, pleasant weather first part, clouding last part.

Light to gentle breezes from SSW to SW by West at end of watch, and increasing slightly.

Moderate swell setting in from the SW.

Barometer steady.


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4 March 1891

At anchor off Pensacola, Florida

Lat 30.34, Long -87.30


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant first part, clouding over last part.

Light to gentle breezes from SW and WSW.

Moon rose at 1.18am.

Moderately long swell from SW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with light breeze hauling from WSW first hour to NNW, and increasing to gentle breeze from North and North by West.

Slight rise of barometer, 29.99 to 30.06 inches.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3340.

At 8.00am spread fires under four boilers.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and uncertain weather.

Barometer unsteady.

Light to gentle breezes from NE by North first part, from North remainder of watch.

At 8.30am called all hands up anchor and hove up anchor.

Assumed position in line in obedience to signal from flagship.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and drilled as follows: 1st period: gun divisions great guns; Powder Division infantry; [Marine] Guard bayonet exercise.

2nd period: 1st Division instruction breech mechanism; 2nd Division instruction 3-pounder [gun]; 3rd and Powder Divisions instruction small arms; and Marine Guard instruction compasses.

Following change of rating to take effect from today [left blank].

At 10.30am stopped firing under boiler D and allowed fires to die out.

Engaged in fleet tactics.

Flagship made signal as follows: at 8.30am tactical 237; 8.35am tactical 381; 8.35am tactical 164; 9.07am tactical 381 and 164; 9.17am position pennant to U.S.S. "Yorktown"; 9.25am numeral 28; 9.58am tactical 361; 10.05am tactical 256; 10.17am tactical 441; 10.26am tactical 371; 10.30am tactical 367; 10.53am tactical 371; 11.09am tactical 371; 11.12am tactical 266; 11.28am tactical 362; 11.40am tactical 404.

U.S.S. "Yorktown" made at 9.00am numeral 0, at 9.16am interrogatory 2984, flagship answered at 9.19am with affirm.

At 9.20am flagship made position pennant with U.S.S. "Yorktown" and U.S.S. "Dolphin" distinguishing pennants.

U.S.S. "Yorktown" made numeral 314 at 12.00pm.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from NNE.

At 12.05pm flagship made tactical 404, 12.10pm 266, 12.25pm 411, 12.30pm 255, 12.35pm preparatory 232, 12.45pm 229, and at 12.55pm fleet came to anchor, this vessel in 6½ fathoms water, hard sandy bottom, veering to 45 fathoms on starboard chain.

At 1.25pm flagship made general 3093.

At 2.35pm U.S.S. "Boston" to U.S.S. "Yorktown" preparatory 237.

At 3.40pm U.S.S. "Boston" to U.S.S. "Yorktown" 241.

At 2.35pm called all hands up anchor and got under way at 2.45pm, and stood in to harbor in company with U.S.S. "Boston", in column at distance on that vessel.

At 3.00pm U.S.S. "Boston" having grounded on bar, passed in ahead of her.

At 3.10pm U.S.S. "Boston" to U.S.S. "Yorktown" 297, and U.S.S. "Yorktown" returned to give her a line if opportunity extended, and lying near her at end of watch.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, clearing latter part, bright starlight at end of watch.

Light to gentle breezes from NNE first part, NE latter part.

Barometer rising.

At beginning of watch under various headings in main channel leading to Pensacola, Florida, awaiting U.S.S. "Boston".

At 4.30pm U.S.S. "Boston" was pulled off bar by two tugs.

At 5.00pm put about and stood back toward U.S.S. "Chicago", in obedience to signal supposed to be flying U.S.S. "Yorktown" distinguishing pennant.

At 5.35pm dropped starboard anchor under foot under starboard quarter of flagship.

Commanding Officer repaired on board flagship.

At 6.02pm got under way, Commanding Officer returned on board, stood in through main channel to Pensacola Bay and up bay to Pensacola.

Pilot on the bridge.

At 7.31pm came to anchor in 4½ fathoms water, hard sandy bottom, 15 fathoms starboard chain.

The following signals were made by flagship, namely: at 4.23pm to U.S.S. "Boston" 2203; at 4.30pm to U.S.S. "Boston" tactical 91; at 5.55pm to U.S.S. "Yorktown" tactical 237.

At 6.53pm made cornet 236 to Navy Yard.

At 7.12pm made cornet interrogatory numeral 1211, U.S.S. "Boston" answered "Yes".

At 7.33pm made general signal interrogatory 2121, answered from U.S.S. "Boston" in affirmative.

At 7.35pm U.S.S. "Boston" made general signal 3093.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold.

Light breezes from NE.

Barometer steady.


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5 March 1891

At anchor Pensacola, Florida

Lat 30.40, Long -87.22


Midnight to 4am:

Partially cloudy, but pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from NE.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, nearly overcast at end of watch.

Gentle breezes from NE first part, ENE latter part.

Barometer steady.

At 6.20am U.S.S. "Boston" stood out.

At about 7.30am veered to 30 fathoms outside hawse pipe on starboard chain.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and cool.

Light to gentle breezes from ENE hauling to Southward, and from SE at end of watch.

At 9.30am went to quarters and inspected divisions.

At 9.35am called all hands clear ship for action.

Times as follows: forward ready 15 minutes 30 seconds; mainmast 5 minutes; aft 10 minutes.

General quarters at 9 hours 46 minutes 30 seconds.

Cast loose and provide: 1st Division 2 minutes 30 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 50 seconds; 3rd Division 2 minutes 45 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 30 seconds; Powder Division 3 minutes 45 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 0 seconds; Marines 1 minute 30 seconds.

Sponge, load and fire 4 shots: 1st Division 1 minute 52 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 12 seconds; 3rd Division 2 minutes 40 seconds.

Exercise getting up ammunition and firing as fast as possible in three minutes: 1st Division 13 powder [cases], 9 shell; 2nd Division 8 powder [cases], 8 shell; 3rd Division 11 powder [cases], 5 shell.

Shots fired: 1st Division 9; 2nd Division 8; 3rd Division 5.

Secured at 10.30am.

Retreat 10.50am.

Time of exercise 1 hour 15 minutes.

By order of Commanding Officer following punishments were awarded: J.E. Groat, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, J. Wescoves, Seaman, B.L. Jordan, Landsman, G.W. Huffington, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, and G. Vogler, Seaman Apprentice First-class, mess table not up 20 minutes after turn-to, 2 hours' extra duty each; W. Cuff, Landsman, L. Schriener, Seaman, 15 minutes late stopping clothes on line, 2 hours; extra duty each; G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, loafing morning watch, 2 hours' extra duty; G. Goodwin, Landsman, persistent loafing morning watch, 3 hours' extra duty.

At 11.16am called all hands up anchor, and at 11.21am got under way and shifted anchorage further in harbor, came to anchor at 11.38am with starboard anchor in 4¾ fathoms water and veered to 28 fathoms on starboard chain, soft muddy bottom.

At 11.45am a salute of 13 guns was fired from Navy Yard, which was returned by a salute of 7 guns from U.S.S. "Dolphin".

At 11.40am U.S.S. "Dolphin" was sighted standing in the harbor.

At 12.00pm exchanged numbers with her.

At noon made noon coal report to U.S.S. "Dolphin".


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breeze from East by South to SE.

Barometer falling.

At 12.30pm U.S.S. "Dolphin" came to anchor.

The Admiral paid an unofficial visit to the Commanding Officer.

At 1.45pm made following signal to U.S.S. "Dolphin": "The Admiral desires boats to exercise under sail".

At 2.53pm U.S.S. "Dolphin" fired a salute of five guns, with the Russian ensign at the fore.

Exercised boats under sail.

A number of visitors from shore on board during watch.

At 3.30pm U.S.S. "Dolphin" made general signal 2438.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SE by East.

Visitors on board from shore till 5.00pm.

At 7.40pm went to fire quarters.

Barometer steady.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light to moderate breeze from SSE to ESE.

Barometer steady.


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6 March 1891

At anchor Pensacola, Florida

Lat 30.40, Long -87.22


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather, heavy dew, lightning to the Westward.

Moon rose at 3.20am.

Light wind from ESE.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to moderate breezes in squalls first hour from SE, light breeze from South by East and SSE remainder of watch.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 110 pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; 88 pounds bread.

At 6.15am U.S.S. "Dolphin" got under way and shifted her moorings close to wharf, coming to anchor at 6.45am.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Yorktown" got under way and shifted moorings closer in to wharf, coming to anchor at 7.30am.

Shifted again at 7.36am, and came to anchor in rear of U.S.S. "Dolphin" in 20 feet of water, soft muddy bottom, and veered to 15 fathoms on starboard chain.

At 6.45am made [signal] interrogatory 240 to U.S.S. "Dolphin".

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Dolphin" made routine time and dress signal.

At 7.20am made interrogatory 4890, granted by U.S.S. "Dolphin".

At 7.35am made interrogatory 1211, granted by U.S.S. "Dolphin".


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breezes from SE, shifting to SE by South last hour.

Barometer rising.

At 9.00am made absentee report to flagship, and at 8.53am general signal interrogatory 6107, flagship answered "granted permission".

Called all hands and unbent sail.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

1st period exercised 1st, 3rd and Powder Divisions at small arms, 2nd Division at secondary battery, and Marines at bayonet drill.

At 10.00am made sick report to flagship.

At 10.15am exercised 1st Division at setting up drill, 2nd and Powder Divisions at secondary battery, and instructed 3rd Division and Marines.

U.S.S. "Atlanta" anchored outside the harbor.

At noon made coal report.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light wind from SE to ESE.

Received a large number of visitors.

Had class instruction from 1.30pm to 2.15pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SE and SE by East.

Barometer unsteady.

Lightning to the Westward, vivid at times.

Weather clearing last half hour.


8pm to midnight:

Clear overhead, light fog last half of watch, lightning to the Northward and Westward.

Moderate SE wind.


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7 March 1891

At anchor Pensacola, Florida

Lat 30.40, Long -87.22


Midnight to 4am:

Generally cloudy, with light SE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Light wind from ESE to SSE.

Shortly after 5.00am it was discovered that G. Goodwin, Landsman, was absent from the ship without leave and that the dinghy, which was at the port boom, was missing.

Sent to wharf and recovered the dinghy.

At 7.00am flagship made 3340 and the time signal.


8am to meridian:

Warm, pleasant weather.

Moderate wind from SE to South.

Inspected bags.

By order of Commanding Officer a reward of ten dollars was offered for the apprehension and delivery on board of George Goodwin, Landsman, a deserter from the ship.

Exercised at closing watertight doors: time starboard engine room 2 minutes 20 seconds; port engine room 40 seconds; and berth deck 40 seconds.

The Commanding Officer assigned three hours' extra duty to C.J. Hyde, Second-class Apprentice, for swearing.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 110 pounds fresh beef; 110 pounds vegetables; and 88 pounds fresh bread.

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 1; at 10.00am numeral 2; and at 12.00pm numeral 295.

Received on board in Steam Engineering Department: 4400 gallons fresh water.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with gentle to light breezes from South to SSE.

Barometer falling 29.94 to 29.85 inches.

Receiving fresh water for boilers from lighter alongside.

Very large number of visitors on board.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light SE wind.

Received on board in Steam Engineering Department: 4400 gallons fresh water.


8pm to midnight:

Fair, with light to moderate breeze from SSE.

Sheet lightning to Westward last three hours.


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8 March 1891

At anchor Pensacola, Florida

Lat 30.40, Long -87.22


Midnight to 4am:

Fair.

Gentle to moderate breezes from SSE, veering to South last hour.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate wind from South to SSE.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 108¾ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 87 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, with occasional passing showers, heavy last two hours, and accompanied by thunder and lightning.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absent without leave: G. Goodwin, Landsman.

Commander inspected ship and crew.

Made following signals to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 1; at 10.00am numeral 2; and at noon numeral 291.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, and constant rain last three hours.

Moderate to light breezes from between South and SW, decreasing last hour.

Sent a liberty party on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with heavy passing showers accompanied by thunder and lightning.

Light to moderate NW and North by West breezes.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp, occasional light rain, few stars showing dimly at intervals.

Light breezes to light airs from between North by West and NW.

Rising barometer 29.84 to 29.91.


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9 March 1891

At anchor Pensacola, Florida

Lat 30.40, Long -87.22


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, light to gentle breezes from WNW, hauling to NNW.

Started fires in one boiler at 12.05am.

At end of watch steam in three boilers.


4am to 8am:

Fair at beginning, last three hours cloudy.

Gentle to moderate breezes from NW and NNW.

Barometer rising 29.98 to 30.11 inches.

Made preparations for sea, and at 6.15am hove up and stood out, navigator conning, steam from 3 boilers.

On passing Navy Yard made our number.

Found U.S.S. "Boston", U.S.S. "Atlanta" and U.S.S. "Chicago" outside, first named flying senior officer's pennant.

Made U.S.S. "Chicago" distinguishing pennant above 3127 at 7.10am.

At 7.55am interrogatory 1211, U.S.S. "Boston" answered yes.

At end of watch working to anchorage.

Draft forward 12 feet 8 inches, aft 15 feet 11 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy to fair.

Moderate breezes from NNW to NW by North.

Barometer rising.

Steam up in three boilers.

At beginning of watch working towards anchorage with the squadron.

At 8.09am came to with starboard anchor, quarter less 7 fathoms, water hard bottom, 40 fathoms chain at hawse, squadron in line at distance, bearing WSW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Following men absent without leave, namely: G. Goodwin, Landsman, P. Meitzel, Carpenter and Calker, F.E. Austin, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, A.S. Williams, Captain of Tops, L. Poessel, Jack of the Dust, C. Ambler, Bugler, and William Peters, Bayman.

Drilled as follows: 1st period: 1st and 2nd Divisions great guns; 3rd Division main and secondary battery; Powder Division infantry; Marines manual of arms.

2nd period: 1st, 2nd, 3rd and Powder [Divisions] instruction, Marine Guard instruction compass.

Following signals made, namely: at 9.00am to U.S.S. "Boston" numeral 7; at 10.00am numeral 2; at 12.00pm to flagship numeral 283.

From U.S.S. "Boston" to fleet at 10.00am: preparatory 237, and 10 answer 30.

At end of watch U.S.S. "Dolphin", flying Rear Admiral's flag, working toward anchorage with fleet.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cool.

Light to moderate breezes from NW by West to NNW.

At 12.40pm U.S.S. "Chicago" broke Admiral's flag and U.S.S. "Dolphin" hauled down.

At 1.25pm called all hands up anchor, and at 1.35pm headed out in column at distance in obedience to signal from flagship.

Remainder of watch drilling in fleet tactics and maneuvering in obedience to following signals: at 1.35pm flagship to fleet 255; 1.37pm 297; 1.40pm 290; 1.57pm 448 and numeral 8; 2.30pm 284; 2.35pm to U.S.S. "Atlanta" 296; at 2.40pm 256; 3.05pm 266; 3.15pm 282; 3.25pm 362; 3.30pm U.S.S. "Yorktown" distinguishing pennant; 2.35pm 281; at 3.50pm 448, numeral 8; 3.59pm 377, numeral 32.

At 12.05pm made 1087 interrogatory, answered in affirmative by U.S.S. "Dolphin".

At 12.20pm U.S.S. "Atlanta" fired a salute of 13 guns, with jib hoisted, returned at 12.26pm by U.S.S. "Dolphin" with 7 guns.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 108¾ pounds beef and vegetables each; and 87 pounds bread.

All of the men absent in forgoing watch, except G. Goodwin, Landsman, returned, having taken passage out on U.S.S. "Dolphin".


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, gentle to stiff breezes from NNW, moderating to light airs from NW last hour.

At beginning of watch squadron in column at half distance, working towards anchorage.

At 5.15pm U.S.S. "Chicago", U.S.S. "Boston" and U.S.S. "Atlanta" came to anchorage.

Ranged up to speaking distance with U.S.S. "Chicago".

At 5.35pm U.S.S. "Chicago" fired a salute of 17 guns.

The Admiral transported his flag to U.S.S. "Dolphin".

Paraded Guard.

At 5.55pm started in for Pensacola.

At 7.05pm came to in 3¾ fathoms, soft muddy bottom, 15 fathoms on starboard chain.

Signals as follows from flagship, namely: 4.50pm tactical 255; 4.55pm preparatory 232, with U.S.S. "Yorktown's" and U.S.S. "Dolphin's" distinguishing pennants underneath; 5.50pm, U.S.S. "Dolphin" and U.S.S. "Yorktown" distinguishing pennants, 91.

At 7.30pm made interrogatory 2121, answered by U.S.S. "Dolphin" in affirmative.

Average steam pressure 115 [pounds], average revolutions 72, vacuum 27.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from NW, hauling to Eastward toward end of watch.

Stopped distilling at 8.10pm.


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10 March 1891

At anchor Pensacola, Florida

Lat 30.40, Long -87.22


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from NNE.

Barometer falling slowly.


4am to 8am:

Fair to cloudy.

Light to gentle breezes from North by East, shifting last hour to NE.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 108¾ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 87 pounds fresh bread.

At 8.00am broke guard flag.


8am to meridian:

Partially clear and cool.

Light breezes from NE and NE by East.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

G. Goodwin, Landsman, absent without leave.

Drilled divisions as follows: 1st period: 1st Division infantry; 2nd Division 3-pounder [gun]; 3rd Division infantry; Powder Division infantry.

2nd period: 1st Division instruction secondary battery; 2nd Division same; 3rd Division aiming; Powder Division instruction small arms.

At 11.20am U.S.S. "Dolphin" got under way and stood out the harbor.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light breeze from NE.

Barometer falling.

At 1.30pm instructed classes in breech mechanism of secondary battery.

At 2.30pm drilled servants, Marines and firemen in boats under oars.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and damp.

Light breezes from NE.

At 4.40pm U.S.S. "Dolphin" was sighted standing in the harbor bearing the flag of the Commander-in-Chief.

At 4.45pm broke our distinguishing pennant.

At 5.00pm U.S.S. "Dolphin" came to anchor near the Palafox wharf.

At 5.05pm spread fires in three boiler.

Received 4400 gallons fresh water in our boilers.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy weather, with occasional drizzling rain.

Light to gentle breeze from NE to ESE.

At 8.05pm U.S.S. "Dolphin" made general signal 237, and at 8.08pm general signal 829.

Answered.

At about 8.15pm got under way and stood down the bay, astern of U.S.S. "Dolphin" and crossed bar.

At 9.50pm U.S.S. "Dolphin" made general signal 4562 to fleet.

The Admiral transferred his flag from U.S.S. "Dolphin" to U.S.S. "Chicago".

At 11.20pm flagship made general signal 240, and at 11.35pm signal 255.

Answered.

Fleet got under way at about 11.45pm.


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11 March 1891

At sea, making passage from Pensacola to Tampa Bay, Florida

Lat 29.43, Long -85.68


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with passing showers.

Moderate wind from East by South.

At 12.10am took departure, Pensacola light NW½N, distant 5 miles.

Put over patent log reading 41.8.

Set course SE by E¾E by standard [compass], following the flagship.

At end of watch ships approximately in position.

Steam 118 pounds, vacuum 26.9, revolutions 78.1.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy, with light drizzling rain.

Gentle ENE and NE breeze.

Following flagship, making good first hour ESE, rest of watch SE by E¾E per standard [compass].

Steam 120 pounds, average revolutions 98.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, heavy rain after 11.00am.

Gentle to stiff breezes from East first past, East by South latter part.

Moderate sea from Eastward.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, G. Goodwin, Landsman, absent without leave.

By order of Commanding Officer following changes in rating were made: J.H. Costain, First-class Fireman to Machinist; J. Murphy, Second-class Fireman to First-class Fireman; J. Mather, Second-class Fireman to First-class Fireman, to date from January 9; J. Noonan, Second-class Fireman to First-class Fireman; J. Hallaghan, Second-class Fireman to First-class Fireman; W. Sloan, C.H. to Second-class Fireman, from January 13, 1891.

Following signals were made: at 9.00am numeral 1; 10.00am numeral 2; at noon 258, and latitude signal 29 and 26 North; the two latter signals were unanswered owing to thickness of the weather and distance from the flagship much to great and little to close to U.S.S. "Boston".

Average steam 118 pounds, average revolutions 84, vacuum 27.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with heavy rain squalls latter part of watch.

Fresh breeze from ESE, moderating to gentle breezes by end of watch.

In column, keeping distance on U.S.S. "Boston", U.S.S. "Atlanta" and U.S.S. "Chicago" about 1½ miles ahead.

Steering course SE by E¾E, under steam alone, using three boilers.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 82, vacuum 27.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, damp weather.

Gentle breeze from SSE.

Barometer steady.

Increased speed and closed up with U.S.S. "Chicago" and U.S.S. "Atlanta".

Number of average revolutions 86.5, steam 120 pounds


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and damp.

Moderate wind from SSE.

At 6.00pm changed course to SE by E¼E.

Passed a small vessel standing to the Northward and Westward.

Lightning to the Southward and Westward.

Steam 120 pounds, vacuum 27 inches, revolutions 75.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy to overcast, with light to gentle SSW breezes.

Lightning to Westward and Northward.

Making good SE by E¼E per standard [compass], following flagship.

In obedience to signal made noon report of coal, latitude and longitude.

Average steam 120 [pounds], average revolutions 83.


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12 March 1891

At sea, making passage from Pensacola to Tampa, Florida, and at anchor off Tampa Bay, Florida

Lat 27.97, Long -83.02


Midnight to 4am:

Partly overcast first hour, clear and pleasant remainder of watch, except for light fog lasting for twenty-five minutes at about 1.00am.

Gentle breeze from SSE.

Squadron in column at distance, making course SE by E¼E.

Steam from three boilers.

Average number of revolutions 78.3, steam 119 [pounds], vacuum 27.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle and light breezes from SSE.

In column at distance following flagship, and making course SE by E¼E first two hours, SE½E last two.

Steam under three boilers.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 75.2, vacuum 27.

At 7.30am took soundings in 9 fathoms, sandy bottom.


8am to meridian:

First part cloudy, but pleasant.

At 10.30am a moderate rain and wind squalls set in from NW by West, moderating last hour.

Barometer unsteady.

At 8.41am changed course to S⅜E (per compass), patent log 100.7.

At about 9.00am U.S.S. "Chicago", finding herself in shoal water, changed course to the Westward, followed by the other vessels.

Stopped engines.

At 9.30 mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

G. Goodwin, Landsman, absent without leave.

Exercised 1st Division at setting up drill, 2nd Division great guns, 3rd Division great guns, Powder Division small arms, and Marines at infantry.

At 9.25am U.S.S. "Chicago" made signal 91 to this vessel, went within hail, and by order of Commander-in-Chief stood on course NW by West, sounding and reporting depths by signal to flagship.

At 12.00pm flagship made general signal 236.

Answered and anchored in 6¾ fathoms water, sandy bottom, with starboard anchor, and veered to 45 fathoms chain.

Banked fires.

At 9.00am made absentee report, 10.00am sick report, and 12.00pm coal report and position of ship.

Average revolutions 48.7, steam 120 [pounds], vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, with drizzling rain at intervals.

Light wind from North by West, shifting to NE.

At 1.25pm spread fires, and called all hands up anchor.

At 1.50pm got under way, and at 2.05pm stood out on course South.

At 2.20pm changed course to South by West, at 2.28pm to S¼W, at 2.45pm S¾W, at 2.55pm S⅜W, at 3.05pm S¼W, at 3.40pm to South, and at 3.50pm to SE by E¼E.

Steam 120 pounds, vacuum 27 inches, revolutions 56.1.

Made following signals to flagship: at 1.42pm telegraph 30, 3, 12, 15, 20, 5, 6080, 6082; at 1.40pm 2234; at 2.04pm numeral 27 answer 58.

Flagship made following signals to this vessel: at 1.35pm 237; at 2.02pm general 164; and at 3.48pm 143.

Signaled depth of water in quarter knots as the depths changed.

At 3.40pm made a lighthouse from the masthead bearing about ESE, also a steamer in the same vicinity.

At end of watch U.S.S. "Dolphin" and this ship were leading abreast followed by the flagship, U.S.S. "Atlanta" and U.S.S. "Boston" in order named.

Condemned by Board of Survey, and threw overboard by order of Commanding Officer: 625 pounds of hard bread.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with light passing showers first hour.

Light NE and East breezes.

Standing in for an anchorage in same order as preceding watch, and signaling depths as before.

At 5.45pm came to in 5½ fathoms, hard sandy bottom, veering to 40 fathoms on starboard chain.

[Left blank] light bearing per standard [compass] E⅝S.

Following signals by flagship: at 4.40pm U.S.S. "Dolphin" and U.S.S. "Yorktown" distinguishing pennant over 145; at 5.15pm same over 148; at 5.35pm general 230; at 5.50pm 2121.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, with occasional stars visible, passing showers.

Gentle breezes from SE by East to SE.

Barometer steady.


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13 March 1891

At anchor off Tampa, Florida

Lat 27.65, Long -82.75 [Approximate position]


Midnight to 4am:

First part cloudy, clearing afterwards, lightning to the Westward last hour.

Light breeze from SE, shifting to SSE and increasing to a moderate breeze.

Barometer unsteady.

Between 3.00am and 4.00am a steamer entered harbor from the Southward.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind from SSE and South.

A steamer came out from the lighthouse and stood to the Southward.

Another steamer discovered anchored under the lighthouse.

At 7.00am flagship made 3340 and time signal.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with gentle to light breeze from South to West.

Heavy passing showers from 10.15am to 11.00am.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

G. Goodwin, Landsman, absent without leave.

Drilled divisions as follows: 1st Division manual of arms; 2nd Division main battery; 3rd Division setting up; Powder Division and [Marine] Guard manual of arms.

Owing to rain dispensed with 2nd period.

By order of Commanding Officer following punishments were awarded: L.S.W. Butler, Landsman, very careless handling crockery, 3 hours' extra duty; C. Gulbrundsen, Seaman, G. Parkhurst, Seaman, clothes in lucky bag, 4 hours' extra duty each; G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, direct disobedience of orders, 3 days' bread and water; M. McQuirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, slow getting on deck, 3 hours' extra duty; C.S. Driver, Landsman, disrespect to steward, 4 days' double irons; J. Mathison, Ordinary Seaman, neglect of duty, 3 hours' extra duty; P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, not coming to mast when ordered, 2 days' bread and water; P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, J. Gragg, Coal Heaver, fighting, quarantine and money stopped.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, cloudy to SE at end of watch.

Light breezes from NW to NNW.

Barometer steady at 30.00.

At 12.45pm spread fires in obedience to signal from flagship.

At 1.00pm hove in to short stay.

At 1.18pm called all hands up anchor and hove up.

Passed under stern of flagship and Commanding Officer repaired on board, returning shortly accompanied by Senator Cameron, and Representative Herbert, and Lieutenant Buckingham, U.S. Navy, one attendant, one mail orderly from flagship, and stewards.

At 2.00pm started ahead laying course for North channel heading into Tampa Bay.

At about 3.25pm stopped abreast lighthouse on Egmont Key, and sent whaleboat with officers to the lighthouse tender U.S.L.H.T. "Laurel" for Captain Cosgrove [Cosgroove in log-book] of the Lighthouse Service, who came on board.

3.42pm started ahead setting course East by North, standing up Tampa Bay.

The following signals were made: U.S.S. "Yorktown" to flagship: at 12.00pm numeral 229; 12.43pm forward hoist numeral 12 answer 6, aft hoist numeral 15 answer 10.

Flagship: to U.S.S. "Yorktown" and U.S.S. "Dolphin" general signal 3930; 12.45pm to U.S.S. "Yorktown" general signal 4562; 1.03pm to fleet 5493, with designating flag over U.S.S. "Yorktown" distinguishing pennant; 1.35pm to U.S.S. "Yorktown" 3093.

Average steam 120 pounds, revolutions 47.7 from 2.00pm to 4.00pm, vacuum 27.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from NW.

Standing up Tampa Bay under steam in three boilers.

At 5.47pm came to anchor in 4 fathoms water and veered to 20 fathoms on starboard chain.

Beacon number 6 bearing North by W¾W, distant ½ mile.

Steam pressure 120 [pounds], revolutions 68, vacuum 27.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light NW wind, freshening last hour.

Received mail on board.


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14 March 1891

At anchor off Tampa, Florida

Lat 27.603, Long -82.759


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, with bright starlight.

Moderate to fresh breezes from NNW and North in moderate squalls.

At 12.20am veered to 30 fathoms.


4am to 8am:

Clear, fine weather.

Gentle to moderate breezes from North and North by East.

Barometer rising.

Spread fires at 6.20am.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from North by East.

At 8.30am called all hands up anchor, and at 9.15am stood down the bay, under steam in three boilers, average revolutions 84, steam 117 [pounds], vacuum 27.

At 11.40am hoisted distinguishing pennant and flagship answered.

At 11.15am stopped off lighthouse and sent boat ashore, went ahead again at 11.25am.

At 11.55am made [signal] 4066, numeral 24, 10.15.

Lowest water between buoys on bar 23 feet.

At end of watch standing out to anchorage.

G. Goodwin, Landsman, absent without leave.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from North.

Barometer falling.

At 12.05pm made telegraph signal numerals 6702, 6177, 0746, 9284, N.23, 4003, 7171, 7846, 5063, 0746, 945, 6862, and 9318.

At 12.25pm interrogatory signal 1211.

At 12.28pm came to with starboard anchor in 6 fathoms water, sandy bottom, and veered to 45 fathoms chain.

At 1.00pm flagship made general signal 2372 with this vessel's distinguishing pennant below.

At 1.04pm flagship made general signal 2121 to this vessel, answered and banked fires.

At 1.15pm flagship signaled for absentee, sick and coal reports.

Reported same by signal.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate wind from North by West.

At 5.10pm went to fire quarters.

Ready: 1st Division 1 minute 15 seconds; 2nd Division 55 seconds; 3rd Division 25 seconds; Navigator's Division 55 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute; Marines 40 seconds.

Water in 1 minute.

Total time of exercise 6 minutes 30 seconds.


8pm to midnight:

Fair first part, clear and bright starlight remainder of watch.

Gentle to moderate breezes from North by East first part, NE by North latter part of watch.

Barometer steady.

Moon set at 10.53pm.


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15 March 1891

At anchor off Tampa, Florida

Lat 27.65, Long -82.75 [Approximate position]


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate to gentle breezes from NE.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cool.

Gentle to fresh breeze from NE.

Barometer about steady.

At 7.00am flagship made general signal 3350 and time signal, and at 7.05am general signal 3362.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from ENE.

At 9.30am inspected the divisions.

At 9.35am went to quarters.

The Captain inspected the ship with crew at quarters.

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 1; at 10.00am numeral 3; and at 12.00pm numeral 210.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with gentle breezes from East by North to NE.

Barometer falling 30.34 to 30.28 inches.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy.

Light to gentle breezes from the NE first part, hauling to the East by South at end of watch.

Barometer steady.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breeze from East by South.

Barometer about steady.


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16 March 1891

At anchor off Tampa, Florida

Lat 27.65, Long -82.75 [Approximate position]


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather.

Light wind from East by North.


4am to 8am:

Fair, with gentle to moderate breeze from ENE to East.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3340.

U.S.S. "Atlanta" and U.S.S. "Boston" got under way and stood out, former to Southward, latter to Northward.

At end of watch both out of sight from deck.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, overcast at end of watch, light passing sprinkle at 9.30am, raining at 11.53am.

Barometer falling.

Light to gentle breezes from East to SSE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, G. Goodwin, Landsman, absent without leave.

Drilled divisions as follows: 1st period: 1st Division and Powder Division infantry; 2nd Division great guns; 3rd Division sub-caliber great gun, target practice.

2nd period: 1st Division sub-caliber secondary battery target practice; 2nd Division same; 3rd Division same with great guns; Powder Division instruction small arms.

[Marine] Guard: 1st period aiming exercise; 2nd period target practice.

Made signals to flagship as follows: at 9.00am numeral 1; at 10.00am numeral 2; at noon numeral 209.

At noon flagship made general signal 2984.

The following punishments were awarded by the Commanding Officer: J.E. Frates, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, not cleaning brightwork, 3 hours' extra duty; F. Johnson, Ordinary Seaman, slow obeying orders of Corporal of Guard, 2 hours' extra duty; same [person], absent muster gun brightwork, 2 hours' extra duty; H.C. King, Landsman, mess room not cleaned, 4 hours' extra duty; P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, H. Miller, Coal Heaver, and J. Murphy, First-class Fireman, repeated disregard of orders, 6 hours' extra duty each; J. Svenson, Seaman, not obeying orders of Corporal of Guard, 2 hours' extra duty; R.J. Cooney, Seaman, striking Private Brady, 4 hours' extra duty; Thomas Brady, Private Marine, taking smoking lamp from place, 2 hours' extra duty; J. Gragg, Coal Heaver, P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, fighting, 10 hours' extra duty each.

Expended in Ordnance [Department]: 1280 .45 caliber ball cartridges.


Meridian to 4pm:

Rainy weather.

Gentle to light breezes from SE, hauling suddenly to SW at 3.40pm, accompanied by heavy rain squall.

Barometer falling till last hour.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and rainy.

Clearing weather latter part of watch.

Light breeze, unsteady in direction.

Barometer falling.

At about 4.30pm U.S.S. "Boston" anchored to the Eastward of the flagship.

At dark U.S.S. "Atlanta" in sight to the Southward.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy first half, clearing latter half of watch.

Light to gentle breezes from SE by South to South by East.


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17 March 1891

At anchor off Tampa, Florida

Lat 27.65, Long -82.75 [Approximate position]


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with light passing showers second hour, generally clear and bright starlight latter part.

Light breezes from South, hauling steadily to West by South at end of watch.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Clear weather, clouding over at times.

Light to moderate breezes from West by South first hour, then hauling to North by West.

Barometer rising.

Commenced distilling at 8.00am.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from NW.

Barometer rising first half.

At 9.00am made absentee report to flagship.

At about 9.25am U.S.S. "Dolphin" got under way and stood into the harbor.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

Exercised divisions as follows: 1st Division, 1st and 2nd periods sub-caliber target practice with 6-inch breech loading rifle; 3rd Division, 1st period aiming drill and 2nd period small arm target practice; 2nd Division, sub-caliber target practice with 3-pounder both periods; Powder Division, 1st period small arms, 2nd period instruction breech mechanism main battery; Marines, 1st period infantry, 2nd period small arm target practice.

At 10.00am made sick report, and at noon coal report to flagship.

At 11.45am flagship made signal (wigwag) to this vessel to spread fires and prepare to get under way at 1 o'clock.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 1620 ball cartridge caliber .45.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: J. Noonan, First-class Fireman, slow in obeying orders of Master-at-Arms, 6 hours' extra duty; J. Mathison, Ordinary Seaman, slow manning boat, 3 hours' extra duty; M. Teahan, Coal Heaver, repeated disobedience of orders, 3 days' double irons.

By the same authority G. Goodwin, Landsman, was declared a deserter from this vessel, having been absent 10 days without permission.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light NW breeze.

At 1.00pm called all hands up anchor, hove up starboard anchor, and at 1.20pm went ahead, following in wake of flagship standing in across bar.

At 2.30pm the flagship anchored off quarantine station.

At 3.40pm the Read Admiral Commanding-in-Chief came on board with the flagship Lieutenant.

Immediately afterward the Captain of steamboat "Naugatuck" came aboard to assist in piloting ship to Port Tampa.

At 3.35pm flagship fired salute of 13 guns.

Flagship made following signals to this ship: at 12.58pm 237, and at 2.35pm negative 229.

Before leaving anchorage outside, U.S.S. "Boston" and U.S.S. "Atlanta" moored up near the flagship anchorage.

Steam 120 pounds, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, last three hours overcast.

Light breezes from NNW and North by West.

With pilot conning, stood for Port Tampa.

Exchanged distinguishing pennants with U.S.S. "Dolphin" at anchor in outer harbor.

The Read Admiral Commanding paid a short visit to U.S.S. "Dolphin", after which this vessel resumed her course for inner harbor, pilot conning.

At 6.35pm came to off railroad wharf in 5¼ fathoms, bottom broken shells, and veered to 15 fathoms on starboard chain.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and pleasant, with bright moonlight, overcast last part.

At 11.15pm U.S.S. "Dolphin" turned on two white lights and another approaching vessel did the same.

At end of watch lights still displayed on U.S.S. "Dolphin".

This vessel displayed her man-o-war lights in response.


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18 March 1891

At anchor in inner harbor, Port Tampa, Florida

Lat 27.8626, Long -82.5430


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy weather, with light drizzling rain latter half.

Light breeze from NW and West by North.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with light drizzle first hour.

Light NW wind.

At 6.30 U.S.S. "Dolphin" got under way and stood down the bay.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with light to gentle NW breeze.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and drilled divisions as follows: 1st period: 1st Division main and secondary battery; 2nd Division great guns; 3rd [Division] sighting drill; Powder [Division] manual of arms; Marine Guard manual of arms.

2nd period: 1st Division great guns; 2nd Division secondary battery; 3rd Division sighting drill; Powder Division setting up drill.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breezes from NW at beginning, to West at end of watch.

Barometer steady.

At 1.58pm called all hands up anchor, hove up and got under way standing down Tampa Bay during remainder of watch.

At 3.55pm hoisted our distinguishing pennant.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Standing down the bay until 4.35pm, when stopped astern of flagship till the Commander-in-Chief and flagship Lieutenant left the ship, then over to anchorage.

At 5.15pm let go starboard anchor in 5¼ fathoms water, sandy bottom, and veered to 40 fathoms.

At 4.45pm made interrogatory 1211 and flagship answered in affirmative.

At 5.10pm made interrogatory 2121 and flagship answered in affirmative.

Banked fires.

At 5.33pm flagship made general 5493.

At anchorage Mullet Key bore East by North.

In line at anchorage between Mullet Key East end and Egmont Key West end, former bearing East by North.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light NW breeze.


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19 March 1891

At anchor off Tampa, Florida

Lat 27.47, Long -82.80 [Approximate position]


Midnight to 4am:

Fair, with bright starlight.

Light airs from North.

Heavy dew.


4am to 8am:

Clear, fine weather.

Light airs from between NE by East to South.

Barometer rising.

At 5.00am spread fires.

At 5.48am made interrogatory 4890, answered in the affirmative at 5.56am.

Under way at 6.08am.

Draught of ship forward 11 feet 10 inches, aft 15 feet 9 inches.

Steering various courses, standing out into the Gulf [of Mexico] for target practice.

At 7.42am came to anchor in 7 fathoms, water sandy bottom, and veered to 16 fathoms starboard chain.

Put over target.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SSE, SE and SSW.

At 10.50am, having planted target and boats as per gunnery order number 3, Squadron of Evolution, commenced firing at target with main battery, vessel at anchor.

At 11.20am ceased firing and got under way, and steamed across the line between the boats.

At end of watch steaming into position between boats.


Meridian to 4pm:

Weather clear and warm.

Calm and light airs, unsteady in direction.

Barometer about steady.

At 12.12pm commenced firing at target with starboard guns of main battery, as prescribed for second day's practice, order number 3, Squadron of Evolution.

Ceased firing at 12.16pm and picked up boats.

Stopped engines and lay under light fires.

At 2.30pm picked up target and commenced swinging ship [for compass deviation].

Finished at 3.35pm, and stood in for Egmont Key lighthouse.

The starboard forward 6-inch gun was disabled by the 3rd short fired during watch.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light airs from West to NW.

Stood in for anchorage inside of bar under conn of Navigator, and at 5.53pm came to with starboard anchor, veering to 30 fathoms on chain.

Bearings at anchorage: lighthouse West by North, and West end of Egmont Key South by West.

Allowed fires to die out under two boilers and banked them under a third.

The following signals were made to the flagship from this ship: at 5.45pm interrogatory 4890; at 5.15pm 1211; at 5.10pm distinguishing pennant; at 5.25pm 6009; and at 5.55pm 2121.

From flagship to this ship: at 520pm 1293; and at 6.00pm 4557.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and bright moonlight.

Light airs from SSW and WSW.

Barometer steady.


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20 March 1891

At anchor Tampa Bay, Florida

Lat 27.603, Long -82.759


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, damp.

Light variable airs.

Fires in one boiler.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with occasional drizzle.

Light airs, unsteady in direction.

Barometer slightly unsteady.

At 7.00am flagship made general signal 3340.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with occasional light drizzle until last hour, when rain became continuous.

Light airs from South to North by way of East.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drills: 1st period: 1st Division instruction, small arms; 2nd Division great guns; 3rd Division infantry; Powder Division and Marines small arms.

2nd period: 1st Division instruction small arms; 2nd Division and 3rd Division small arms; Powder Division instruction small arms; Marines instruction on [Mark] VI breech loading rifle.

Made following signals to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 3; and at noon numeral 171; at 9.45am interrogatory 1087.

From flagship to this vessel: at 9.48am "Yes".

At 10.54am went to fire quarters: 1st Division ready 1 minute 8 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 30 seconds; 3rd Division 15 sec seconds Marines 1 minute; Navigator's Division 50 seconds.

Water in 40 seconds.

Total time of exercise 6 minute.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were assigned: to H.S. McEvoy, Landsman, L.S.W. Butler, Landsman, 2 hours' extra duty each for not clearing wardroom table by 9.00am; J. Mather, First-class Fireman, 3 hours' extra duty for smoking out of hours; H.S. McEvoy, Landsman, 1 hour's extra duty for dirty suit at table; C. Guilbrunson, Seaman, 3 hours' extra duty for dirty trousers at quarters; W. O'Connell, Seaman Apprentice First-class, J.H. Brink, Ordinary Seaman, P.J. Kiley, Landsman, H.A. Shepley, Seaman Apprentice First-class, J.E. Clinch, Ordinary Seaman, and J.S. Cleary, Seaman Apprentice First-class, 4 hours' extra duty each for inattention to boatswain's mate's call for afterguards; J. Smith, Seaman, 3 hours' extra duty for not relieving wheel; P.S. Friedling, Seaman Apprentice First-class, and J.T. Groat, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, ten days' confinement on bread and water for turning in while on anchor watch; H.S. McEvoy, Landsman, and E. Moore, Landsman, two hours' extra duty each for dirty clothes at table service.

By order of Commanding Officer released from confinement M. Teahan, Coal Heaver, his term having expired.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy most of watch.

Light South by East and South airs.

Passing showers last hour.

At 1.30pm had classes as usual, 3rd Division instructed in care and preservation of small arms and apprentices at signals.


4pm to 8pm:

Light airs and breezes from South.

At 4.30pm flagship made general signal 2984.

The Board of Survey, of which Lieutenant Conway is senior member, surveyed and condemned to be thrown overboard 275 pounds bread.

In accordance with the recommendations of the above mentioned board threw overboard 275 pounds condemned bread.

Lost overboard from the dinghy: one 27 pound hand grapnel, invoice price $10.62, the same having been lost through a line having been detached from the grapnel line unbeknown to the person heaving the grapnel overboard as an anchor.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine, bright moonlight.

Light airs from South and SSW.

Barometer nearly steady.


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21 March 1891

At anchor Tampa Bay, Florida

Lat 27.603, Long -82.759


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather, moonlight.

Light airs from SSW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with light airs to light breezes from SSW to SSE.

At 7.00am flagship made dress and time signal 3340.

At 8.00am hauled down guard flag.


8am to meridian:

Partially cloudy, but for most part pleasant, passing showers between 8.30am and 9.00am.

Light to gentle breezes from SSE to South by West.

Barometer steady.

At 10.18am sounded steam-siren and closed watertight doors with the following times, namely: starboard engine room 20 seconds; port engine room 25 seconds; berth deck 30 seconds.

Engaged in cleaning ship.

Securing signal cable used for the Ardois system to jackstay from outrigger at fore truck to deck, and securing both from the third light from top to the backstay.

Made following routine signals, namely: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 3; and at noon numeral 167.

At 10.00am ship starboard chain to 45 fathoms outside hawse pipe.

Secured.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with passing showers latter part.

Gentle breezes from SW and SW by South.

Inspected ironwork of ship in accordance with United States Regulation Circular [number] 77 and found it in good condition.

Finished rigging Ardois lights.

Crew engaged in painting ship.


4pm to 8pm:

First half weather cloudy, with passing showers, last half clear, with bright moonlight.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SW.

Barometer falling.


8pm to midnight:

Fair first half, cloudy last half.

First hour with passing cirrus clouds, faint prismatic halo about moon, latter half of watch moon generally obscured.


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22 March 1891

At anchor abreast of Egmont Key, Tampa, Florida

Lat 27.603, Long -82.759


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and bright moonlight.

Gentle to stiff breezes from West by North to NW.

Barometer unsteady.

Chain tending across cutwater and aft.

Ship riding between wind and tide.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, slight haze.

Gentle to stiff breezes from NNW to NW by North.

Steamer came in bound for Port Tampa.

At 6.00am ship riding head to wind.


8am to meridian:

Clear, fine weather.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NW.

Barometer unsteady.

At 9.00am made absentee report to flagship.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

The Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew at quarters.

Called all hands to muster and read General Court Martial orders numbers 80, 81, 82, 83, 84 and 85.

At 10.00am made sick report to flagship.

At 9.20am flagship made general signals 3837 and numeral 10 answer 30.

Answered.

At 12.00pm made coal report to flagship.

By order of the Commanding Officer P. Friedling, Seaman Apprentice First-class, was released from confinement, his term having expired.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 107½ pounds vegetables; and 90 pounds of bread.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine weather.

Gentle breeze from NW and WNW.

Returned to contractor's tug "Mistletoe" 107½ pounds of fresh beef as being unfit for use, it was thrown overboard by the Captain of the tug.

By order of Commanding Officer placed T. Smith, Seaman, in solitary confinement, 24 hours' bread and water, for using provoking language to petty officer.

U.S.S. "Dolphin" came in and anchored near flagship about 1.30pm, after an exchange of signals.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, moderate wind from WNW, freshening somewhat after sundown.

Veered to 60 fathoms on starboard chain.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from WNW.

Bright moonlight.


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23 March 1891

At anchor abreast of Egmont Key, Tampa, Florida

Lat 27.603, Long -82.759


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from NW, shifting to NNW last hour.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Airs from NNW.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy weather, clearing somewhat towards end of watch.

Light breeze from NNW.

Riding to flood tide.

2nd and 3rd Divisions on shore for small arm target practice.

By order of Commanding Officer released T. Smith, Seaman, from confinement.

Made routine signals: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 1; and at noon numeral 158.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather until latter part, when nearly overcast.

Light breezes from between NNW and NW by West.

Barometer falling.

1st, 2nd, 3rd Divisions, and Marine Guard, and 1st, 2nd, 3rd Divisions Engineer's force ashore for target practice.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 107½ pound fresh beef and vegetables each; and 98 pounds fresh bread.


4pm to 8pm:

Partially cloudy.

Light breezes from NW and NNW.

Crew engaged in target practice on ranges ashore.

At 4.35pm U.S.S. "Chicago" hauled down Rear Admiral's flag and U.S.S. "Boston" hoisted Senior Officer's pennant.

At 5.43pm U.S.S. "Boston" made general 2984, and squadron piped down scrubbed and washed clothes.

Expended 2980 .45 caliber ball cartridge and 150 .38 caliber revolver cartridges.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather.

Light wind from NNW to NNE.


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24 March 1891

At anchor abreast of Egmont Key, Tampa, Florida

Lat 27.603, Long -82.759


Midnight to 4am:

Fair, with light breezes from NNW to NNE.

Moon at times obscured.


4am to 8am:

Partially cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breezes from between NE and NNW.

Barometer rising.

Sent part of 1st and Powder Divisions ashore for target practice, the former at 5.47am, the latter at 6.00am.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and light breezes from NNW to ENE.

At 8.30am U.S.S. "Dolphin" got under way and stood out of the bay.

Crew engaged in target practice on shore and from boats.

Made routine signals at 9.00am, 10.00am and noon.


Meridian to 4pm:

Weather clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from NNE and NW.

Barometer falling.

1st, 2nd, Powder and Navigator's Divisions ashore engaged in small arm target practice.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 107½ pounds fresh meat and vegetables each; and 94 pounds fresh bread.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light NW wind.

Expended during the day 2340 .45 caliber ball cartridges and 1200 .38 caliber cartridges.

Broke one horn off a small hand grapnel.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and bright moonlight, smoky about the horizon to the Eastward first hour.

Light, increasing to gentle breezes last hour from NNW, around to NE by East at end of watch.

Barometer rising slowly.

Made signal to U.S.S. "Boston" requesting permission to try search lights.

Answered yes.

Tested search lights.


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25 March 1891

At anchor abreast of Egmont Key, Tampa, Florida

Lat 27.603, Long -82.759


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from ENE.

Bright moonlight.


4am to 8am:

Weather clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from NE and NE by East.

Barometer rising.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Boston" made general signal 3340.

Answered.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Light wind and airs from NE to North.

At 9.30am inspected crew at quarters.

Exercised the divisions: first period: 1st and 2nd Division small arms; 3rd Division great guns; Powder Division infantry; Marines small arms.

No drill second period as it was expected that the riflemen would fire by divisions.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 392 pounds flour; 77 gallons beans; 44 pounds raisins; 100 pounds coffee; 45 pounds tea; 330 pounds sugar; and 300 pounds soap.

The Commanding Officer awarded the following punishments: H.C. King, Landsman, 6 hours' extra duty, for mess room dirty and not ready for Sunday inspection; L.S.W. Butler, Landsman, 6 hours' extra duty, for mess room not cleaned out for inspection; T. Cassidy, Quartermaster, 10 days' restriction, for neglect of duty; to J.G. Ford, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, same; H.C. King, Landsman, monthly money stopped, for out of uniform Sunday inspection; to W. Cuff, Landsman, and A. Mosh, Ordinary Seaman, 6 hours' duty, for slow manning boat; W.H. Knoblesdorf, Quartermaster, and M.J. McQuirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, 10 days' restriction each, for neglect of duty.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with light airs, varying in direction.

Rigged and anchored revolver and rifle targets at 50 and 300 yards respectively, and had practice in accordance with Squadron Gunnery Order number 3.

At 2.30pm U.S.S. "Boston" made general signal 51, sent sailing launch with fighting crew and 1-pounder to report to Fleet Ordnance Officer for practice.

Expended in Ordnance [Department]: 645 .45 caliber and 600 .38 caliber ball cartridges; and 15 1-pounder common Hotchkiss shell, loaded and fuzed.

Broke out fore hold.

Cleaned bilges.

Quarterly Board inspected same in accordance with Navy Regulation Circular number 77.

Restowed hold.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 107½ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 85 pounds bread.


4pm to 8pm:

Light airs from SW and calm first part, light airs from NW latter part.

Having asked and received permission from the Senior Officer present, tested search lights.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs from NE.

Barometer steady.

Bright moonlight.


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26 March 1891

At anchor abreast of Egmont Key, Tampa, Florida

Lat 27.603, Long -82.759


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast by clouds.

Wind light from ESE and SE by East.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with light breezes from East by South and SE by East.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3340.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy weather.

Light breezes from SE by East to ESE first part, from between SSW and South latter part, increasing to moderate breezes at 12.00pm.

Barometer unsteady.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

The permanent Board of Inspection of the hull, of which Lieutenant Veeder is senior member, engaged in inspecting bilges and bottom under engine rooms and firerooms.

At 10.20am U.S.S. "Chicago" got under way and stood out for target practice.

Made routine signals: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 2; at meridian numeral 144.

At 11.00am made interrogatory 2984, answered in affirmative.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy weather.

Moderate breezes from SE to South by East.

The inspection board engaged in inspecting bilges and bottom.


4pm to 8pm:

Weather clear and pleasant.

Moderate to fresh breeze from SSE, moderating after sunset.

Barometer steady.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, moon occasionally visible.

Gentle breeze from SW by South to South.

Barometer oscillating between 29.91 and 29.95 inches.

Light sprinkle of rain at end of watch.

By order of Commanding Officer awarded the following punishment: J. Wescoves, Seaman, 5 days' bread and water, for having every appearance of gambling, money and dice in possession, et cetera.


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27 March 1891

At anchor abreast of Egmont Key, Tampa, Florida

Lat 27.603, Long -82.759


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, uncertain weather, few stars visible, moon frequently obscured.

Light to gentle breezes [from] South first part, hauling to West by South at end of watch.

Barometer falling slowly.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Slight breezes from West by South.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Boston" made uniform and time signal.

At 6.30am steamer passed out northern passage.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breeze from WNW to NW by West.

Barometer nearly steady.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

Landed 1-pounder Rapid Fire Hotchkiss and Gatling with their crews for exercise.

By order of Commanding Officer J. McAllister, Second-class Fireman, was released from confinement, his term having expired, and by the same authority the following punishments were awarded, namely: P.J. Riley, Landsman, slow and indifferent at work and talking back to Captain of Afterguard, 8 hours' extra duty; W. Peircy, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, allowing 1-pounder stand clip to become rusted, 4 hours' extra duty.

At 9.00am made absentee, at 10.00am sick, and at 12.00pm coal reports to U.S.S. "Boston".

U.S.S. "Chicago" came in and anchored about noon.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from WNW.

Landed Gatling gun and 1-pounder Hotchkiss for target practice.


4pm to 8pm:

Alternated fair and cloudy.

Gentle breezes from Northward and WNW.

Artillery crews returned on board.

Expended in Ordnance [Department]: 540 .45 caliber ball cartridges; and 11 1-pounder common shell.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 210 pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 172 pounds of soft bread.

A Board of Survey, Lieutenant Commander Mackenzie senior member, met on board to survey following articles: in Equipment Department: 2 Williams anchors; 105 fathoms of chain cable; 2 anchor appendages; 1 set of signal halyards; 5 foot tubs; 2 wash basins; 1 water ewer; 1 coffee boiler; 1 boatswain's call; and 1 United States ensign number 4; in the Construction Department: 4 halyard racks; 1 deck tackle block; 4 camp stools; and 2 pennant tackle blocks (main).

Located buoy at 1000 yards for target for secondary battery practice.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Moon rose at 8.15pm.

Light to gentle breeze from WNW.

U.S.S. "Boston" exercised her secondary battery at target at 9.00pm.

Barometer steady.


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28 March 1891

At anchor abreast of Egmont Key, Tampa, Florida

Lat 27.603, Long -82.759


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from WNW.

Barometer steady.

Bright moonlight.

At about 2.00am a steamer came in the North channel and stood up the bay.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind from WNW to NNW.

A steamer came in and stood up the bay.


8am to meridian:

Fair, with gentle NW breeze.

Had target practice with secondary battery in accordance with Squadron Gunnery order number 4, and expended in Ordnance [Department]; 20 37 mm; 20 1-pounder; 20 3-pounder; 20 6-pounder common shell, loaded and fuzed; and 500 .45 caliber ball cartridges.

At 9.00am, 10.00am and noon made routine signals numerals 1, 1 and 136 respectively.

By order of Commander Officer gave E. Moore, Landsman, 2 days' bread and water, for disrespect.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Light breezes from NW by West to WNW.

Barometer steady.

Engaged in painting ship aft.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 107½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 86 pounds fresh bread.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from WNW, increasing in force last hour.

At 6.05pm signal U.S.S. "Yorktown" 73 was hoisted on flagship, hauled down at once.

At 6.09pm commenced firing at target with secondary battery in accordance with Squadron Gunnery order number 4.

All finished in 2 minutes 17 seconds, except 3-pounder, which broke extractor.

Expended 30 6-pounder common shell, 25 3-pounder, 30 37 mm, 20 1-pounder, and 1400 .45 caliber ball cartridge.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, moonlight.

Moon rose at 9.10pm.

Moderate breeze from WNW.

By arrangement the flagship made signal "Action" at 9.30pm.

Immediately commenced firing at target with secondary battery on the port side.

Time from 1st to last shot: 1 minute 53 seconds.

Time from "Action" to last shot: 1 minute 58 seconds.

Expended in Ordnance [Department]: 10 6-pounder common shell; 10 3-pounder common shell; 10 37 mm common shell; 10 1-pounder common shell, and 250 .45 caliber ball cartridges.


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29 March 1891

At anchor abreast of Egmont Key, Tampa, Florida

Lat 27.603, Long -82.759


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, with bright moonlight.

Barometer steady, 30.01 inches.

Gentle to light NW by West and NW breezes.


4am to 8am:

Clear, fine weather.

Light airs and breezes from NW, to NE by North at end of watch.

Barometer rising.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3350, on hauling down hoisted despatch flag, immediately after flagship made marine uniform signal 3962.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from WNW to NE by East.

At 9.30am went to quarters, and after preliminary inspection Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew.

Made routine signals at 9.00am, 10.00am and 12.00pm.

At 10.10am flagship made general 3837.

Sent church party to flagship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Weather clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from NW.

Barometer falling.

American steamer "Olivette" passed up the bay.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light wind from North by West.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and bright starlight.

Light to gentle breezes from North by East to East.

Barometer steady.

Moon rose at 10.00pm.


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30 March 1891

At anchor abreast of Egmont Key, Tampa, Florida

Lat 27.857, Long -82.554 [Approximate position]


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Gentle to moderate breezes, coming in occasional squalls from East.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to fresh breeze from East, moderating last half of watch.

Barometer unsteady.

At 7.00am flagship made general signal 3340, answered.

At 7.20am flagship made signal "Boats firing afloat today will fire 500 instead of 1000 cartridges".


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Light East wind.

At 9.00am called all hands up anchor.

Hove up starboard anchor and stood up for flagship's anchorage, where the ship was stopped during the visit of the Captain to the flagship.

Following persons came aboard from U.S.S. "Atlanta": Thomas Allen, citizen, J. Mahoney, Seaman, J. Piche, Wardroom Steward, and A. Labansat, Warrant Officer's Steward.

Ship's draft forward 11 feet 9 inches, aft 15 feet 8 inches.

Expended in Ordnance [Department] 500 .45 caliber ball cartridges during practice with Gatling gun from 1st cutter, in accordance with Squadron Gunnery order number 4.

The Captain awarded the following punishments: to J. Mansen, Seaman, T.E. Clinch, Ordinary Seaman, and F. Johnson, Ordinary Seaman, 2 hours' extra duty each, for dirty clothes in guard boat; to J. Rogers, Landsman, slow at work on berth deck, 2 hours' extra duty; to V.C. Barrett, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, going forward while on watch without permission, 2 hours' extra duty; to P.J. Kiley, Landsman, allowing boat to knock against ship's side, 2 hours' extra duty; to E.W. Meigs, Private Marine, not reporting time, 2 hours' extra duty; to J. Dolbier, Ordinary Seaman, chewing tobacco at inspection, 2 hours' extra duty; to T.E. Clinch, Ordinary Seaman, no grummet in cap, 2 hours' extra duty.

At 12.00pm called all hands bring ship to anchor.

At 12.05pm anchored in 4½ fathoms, veering to 15 fathoms on starboard chain.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from East first hour, light airs from South last three hours.

At 1.25pm hove up and went alongside and made fast to Plant steamers coal wharf.

Made preparations for coaling.

Banked fires.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from ESE.

Fires banked.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light airs from ESE.

Moon rose at about 11.50pm.

Barometer steady.


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31 March 1891

Moored to coal wharf at Port Tampa, Florida

Lat 27.857, Long -82.554 [Approximate position]


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, moonlight.

Gentle breeze from SSE to SE.


4am to 8am: Clear.

Light SSE and SE breezes.

At 7.20am spread fires in two boilers.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from South by East to South by West.

At 8.20am cast off from coal wharf and anchored in roadstead.

Engaged in cleaning ship.

At 10.30am spread fires under three boilers.

Made preparations for getting under way.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from South.

At 12.50pm called all hands up anchor, and stood down Tampa Bay for anchorage in lower harbor.

At 3.30pm exchanged distinguishing pennants with flagship.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 107½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 86 pounds bread.

Draft forward 11 feet 6 inches, aft 15 feet 8 inches.

Took on board several passengers, including officers and stewards of the fleet.

Stopped distilling at 1.30pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from South.

Barometer rising.

At 4.15pm made signal interrogatory 1211 to flagship.

Permission granted, and at 4.30pm let go starboard anchor in five fathoms water and veered to 43 fathoms chain.

At 4.35pm made signal interrogatory 2121 to flagship.

Permission granted, and banked fires.

Commenced distilling.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, with gentle breeze from South.

By order of Commanding Officer released J. Wescoves [Wescovers in log-book], Seaman, from confinement.



LOGS FOR APRIL 1891


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1 April 1891


At anchor Tampa Bay, Florida, and at sea, making passage to Key West, Florida

Lat 27.55, Long -82.72 [Approximate position]


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant, with light mist.

Light breezes to light airs from South to to SSW.

Heavy dew.

Moon rose at 12.17am.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather, with light mist.

Light airs from SSW.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3340.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from SSW.

Barometer rising.

At 9.00am made absentee report to flagship.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded (see list appended [below]).

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

1st period: exercised 1st Division at setting up drill; 2nd, 3rd, Powder [Divisions] and Marines at small arms.

A Board of Survey, of which Lieutenant E.R. Moore, U.S. Navy, was senior member, came on board and held a survey on articles in the Equipment Department.

2nd period: exercised 1st Division and a number of firemen at small arms; 3rd Division at setting up drill; and instructed 2nd and Powder Divisions.

At 10.00am made sick, and at 12.00pm coal reports.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light wind from South.

About 2.00pm the steamer "Mascotte" arrived down from Tampa with a party of visitors for the flagship.

Steamer "Margaret" came down with an excursion party and bringing the mail.

At 1.45pm lighted fires under the fourth boiler and spread fires under the other three.

Making preparations for sea.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair, with light SSW breeze.

Made preparations for sea, and at 5.43pm hove up and stood out, Commander in charge.

At end of watch abreast of Egmont Key lighthouse, draft forward 11 feet 5 inches, aft 15 feet 7 inches.

At 5.35pm made [signal] interrogatory 4890, flagship answered yes.


6pm to 8pm:

Pleasant, with bright starlight latter part.

Light to gentle breezes from South by East.

Barometer steady.

At beginning of watch standing out of Tampa Bay.

At 6.25pm took departure at Farewell buoy to North Channel and put over patent log, reading 2.00.

Set course SW⅛S.

At 7.00pm changed course to S⅝W, patent log reading 8.5.

Using steam from four boilers.

Average steam pressure 115 [pounds], average turns 98.5, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, first part with light haze, foggy second part, lifting partially at times.

Steering course S⅝E, under steam in four boilers, slowing and sounding whistle at times.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 104.


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[Inserted note]


April 1st, 1891.

8am to meridian.

By order of the Commanding Officer, the following punishments were awarded:

L.S.W. Butler, Landsman, E. Moore, Landsman, and H. McEvoy, Landsman, duty clothes at service, 3 hours' extra duty each.

P. Friedling, Seaman Apprentice First-class, persistently wearing torn trousers, 4 hours' extra duty.

M. Tierney, Second-class Fireman, no watch mark, 3 hours' extra duty.

W. Cuff, Landsman, J. Mather, First-class Fireman, and M. Tierney, Second-class Fireman, absent from ship without permission, each 5 days' double irons.

W.J. Sloane, Second-class Fireman, P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, J. Costain, Machinist, and Thomas Eddy, Coal Heaver, out of ship without permission, 5 days' double irons each.

M. Tierney, Second-class Fireman, striking a civilian, 5 days' bread and water.

H.C. King, Landsman, washing clothes in steerage country, 4 hours' extra duty.

J. Johnson, Coxswain, disrespect to Executive Officer, 5 days' double irons.

J. Noonan, First-class Fireman, disrespect to Master-at-Arms, 5 days' double irons.


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2 April 1891

At sea, making passage from Port Tamp, Florida, to Key West, Florida, and at anchor [at Key West, Florida]

Lat 24.40, Long -82.38


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy near the water until 1.30am, clear and pleasant afterwards.

Moon rose at about 1.15am.

Light breeze from SE by South to South.

Barometer steady.

Number of revolutions 102, steam 112 [pounds], vacuum 26.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, hazy, very damp, moonlight until sunrise.

Airs from SE.

At 7.45am sighted a schooner standing to the NE.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 103.6.


8am to noon:

Warm, fine weather.

Light airs to light breeze from South by East.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, then clear ship for action for exercise, and exercised at general quarters.

Times for clear ship: ready forward 19 minutes 15 seconds; midships 6 minutes; aft 10 minutes 20 seconds; berth deck 19 minutes 15 seconds.

Cast loose and provide: 1st Division 2 minutes 30 seconds; 2nd [Division] 2 minutes 8 seconds; 3rd [Division] 2 minutes 9 seconds; Powder [Division] 9 minutes 50 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 2 minutes 1 second; Marines 55 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 55 seconds.

Same 2nd exercise: ready 1st Division 4 minutes 0 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 45 seconds; 3rd Division 3 minutes 15 seconds; Powder [Division] 4 minutes 15 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 50 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 50 seconds; Marines 55 seconds.

Total time of exercise 1 hour 20 minutes.

By order of Commanding Officer gave L.S.W. Butler 2 hours' extra duty, for disobedience of orders.

Steering following courses per standard [compass]: 8.00am to 9.30am, S⅝E; 9.30am to 10.00am, South by E½E; 10.00am to 10.50am, South by East; 10.50am to 12.00pm, SE¾E.

At noon changed course to East by North per standard [compass].

Made Rebecca Shoal lighthouse at 9.40am, passed it on port beam at 10.45am, out of sight at noon.

At 9.30am got a cast of the lead in 16 fathoms, bottom white sand.

At noon, while hauling in lead of Thomson's sounding machine after getting a sounding, the wire parted.

The ship had been slowed.

Lost about 30 fathoms of wire and one lead.

Average steam pressure 117 [pounds], average revolutions 105.7.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breezes from SE first three hours, SSW at end of watch.

Barometer falling.

At 1.00pm changed course to E½N, patent log 77.2.

At 1.46pm changed course to ENE¾E.

At 1.21pm sighted San Key light bearing, magnetic, E⅞N.

At 2.20pm changed course to ENE, patent log 97.3.

During remainder of watch steering various courses, standing up SW channel leading to Key West.

Average steam pressure 111 [pounds], revolutions 80.7, vacuum 27.

At 3.34pm called all hands moor ship.

Went alongside wharf at Naval Station.

Securing ship at end of watch.

Draft of ship forward 11 feet 4 inches, aft 15 feet 3 inches.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, with light WSW airs.

Secured ship to wharf.

Commenced coaling using 24 station barrows, loaded barrows through starboard gangway, empty barrows through torpedo port.

Coaling from 5.30pm to end of watch, latter part with aid of two arc lights.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and bright starlight.

Light airs to light breezes from WSW, to West at end of watch.

Continued coaling ship until 8.30pm.


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3 April 1891

Moored to wharf at United States Naval Station, Key West, Florida

Lat 24.555, Long -81.811


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW.

Moon rose at 2.15am.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with light SW and West by South airs.

Coaling ship by same means as yesterday from 5.00am to 7.20am.

J. Rogers, Landsman, was found to be absent from the ship without permission.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, rainy first hour.

Light to gentle breezes from the NNW.

Continued coaling, finished coaling at about 10.45am, having received on board 150 tons altogether.

Sent on shore 30 fathoms of chain condemned by Board of Survey.

Engaged in transporting two Martin's patent anchors along the dock ready for getting aboard.

The following named named men were brought aboard and placed under sentry's charge in single irons, for leaving the ship without permission, by order of the Commanding Officer, namely: James Rodgers, Landsman, W. Cuff, Landsman, and F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver,.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light to gentle breezes from North by West to NNW.

Spread fires at 2.20pm.

Called all hands unmoor ship at 2.50pm and backed away from dock.

At 3.25pm anchored in 4 fathoms water and veered to 20 fathoms on port chain.

Banked fires.

Got one Martin's anchor on deck, and the other on starboard bow.

Received in Equipment Department 1800 gallons water in tanks.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair to cloudy.

Light to gentle breezes from North by West.

Barometer steady.

Engaged in transporting and securing stream anchor.

At 6.15pm U.S.S. "Atlanta" was sighted hull down to the Southward.

At end of watch U.S.S. "Atlanta" is standing in for anchorage.

Exercised with search lights.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with drizzling rain at intervals.

Light to gentle breezes from NW and North by West.

At 10.30pm "Mascotte" stood out for Havana.

Surgeon J.C. Boyd left the ship on two days' leave of absence.

Sent liberty party ashore.


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4 April 1891

At anchor off Naval Station wharf, Key West, Florida

Lat 24.554, Long -81.813


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle to moderate breeze from North by West and NNW.

Barometer slightly unsteady.

Occasional light drizzle.

Moon rose at about 3.00am.

Ship swung to the flood about 2.00am.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, uncertain weather.

Light to moderate breezes, in squalls first hour, from NNW to North.

Barometer rising.

At about 5.35am made out U.S.S. "Atlanta" to be under way.

Sent party of men to Naval Station wharf to assist her in going alongside.

At about 6.30am made out U.S.S. "Boston" hull down to the Southward.

Engaged in cleaning ship.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with sprinkling rain occasionally.

Light breezes from North.

The following named men absent from the ship without permission: F. Miller, Private Marine, B. Dunn, Private Marine, J. Mather, First-class Fireman, J. Meade, Coal Heaver, D.H. McGunigle, Boiler Maker, J.E. Golden, Coal Heaver, and Joseph Seward, Ordinary Seaman.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, W. Cuff, Landsman, and J. Rogers, Landsman, 5 days' double irons each, for leaving the ship without permission; L.S.W. Butler, Landsman, 2 days' bread and water, for insolence; Thomas Brady, Private Marine, 5 days' bread and water, for being disrespectful to sentry; H.C. King, Landsman, 4 hours' extra duty, for making noise in wardroom.

Made routine signals to U.S.S. "Boston" as follows: at 9.00am numeral 7; at 10.00am numeral 2; at 12.00pm numeral 220.

J. Golden, Coal Heaver, returned on board 2½ hours over time.

Engaged in cleaning ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle breeze from North by East to NNW.

Barometer steady.

By order of Commanding Officer J.R. Griffin, Coal Heaver, was placed in double irons for 10 days, for leaving the ship without permission, and John Johnson, Coxswain, was released from confinement.

A reward of ten dollars was offered on shore for the apprehension of and delivery on board of the following named men, absent without leave, namely: F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, J. Seward, Ordinary Seaman, D.H. McGunigle, Boiler Maker, J. Meade, Coal Heaver, F.W. Miller, Private Marine, B. Dunn, Private Marine, and J. Mather, First-class Fireman.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy weather.

Light breezes from SSW, hauling West by South.

At 4.15pm made [signal] interrogatory 2984, and U.S.S. "Boston" answered affirmative, piped down scrubbed and washed clothes.

J. Seward, Ordinary Seaman, and J.J. Meade, Coal Heaver, returned on board 11 hours, and 10½ hours over time respectively.

At 4.30pm U.S.S. "Boston" hove up anchor and shifted her berth more to the Northward and Eastward.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle breeze from North by West.

Barometer falling.

Stopped distilling at 8.05pm.

The American steamer "Mascotte" came in at about 8.45pm, and left at 11.00pm, bound North.


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5 April 1891

At anchor Key West, Florida

Lat 24.554, Long -81.813


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with passing showers last hour.

Moderate wind from North by West and North.

Slack water low at 2.00am, swung to flood at 2.30am.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with occasional passing showers.

Gentle breezes from North.

Light House schooner "Clover" came in and anchored.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Boston" made routine time and dress signals.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool.

Moderate breeze from North and North by East.

Barometer slightly unsteady.

F. Miller, Private Marine, returned on board 26 hours over time.

At 9.00am made absentee report to U.S.S. "Boston".

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

The following named men were absent without leave: B. Dunn, Private Marine, J. Mather, First-class Fireman, and D. McGunigle, Boiler Maker.

Called all hands to muster and read Articles for the Better Government of the Navy.

Mustered crew.

The men named above absent without leave.

At 11.00am J. Mather, First-class Fireman, B. Dunn, Private Marine, and D.H. McGunigle, Boiler Maker, were brought on board, 28 hours over time, by the police of Key West, and a reward of $10.00 paid for each.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Moderate North wind.

Sent liberty party on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool, clearing last half.

Gentle breeze from NNW.

Barometer unsteady.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather.

Light wind from NNW.

T. Desmond, Landsman, returned on board 4 hours over time.

Steamer "Olivette" left the harbor.


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6 April 1891

At anchor off Key West, Florida

Lat 24.554, Long -81.813


Midnight to 4am:

Fair first hour, cloudy later.

Gentle to stiff breezes from NNW and NW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cool.

Moderate to stiff breezes in squalls from NNW.

Barometer rising.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Boston" made general signal 3357, answered.

Veered to 30 fathoms on port chain and let go starboard anchor under foot.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind from North.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions: first period: 1st Division rifles; 2nd and 3rd Divisions great guns; Powder Division infantry.

Second period: 1st Division instruction; 2nd Division instruction; 3rd Division single sticks; Powder Division instruction; Marines great guns.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 106½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 85 pounds fresh bread.

Engaged making repairs to steam cutter and sailing launch, and varnishing dinghy.

Hove up starboard anchor.

U.S.S. "Atlanta" got under way and shifted nearer in to our berth.

The Captain awarded the following punishments: 2 hours' extra duty each to E. Moore, Landsman, and H.S. McEvoy, for wardroom table not cleared off by 9.00am; 2 hours' extra duty to C.J. Hyde, Apprentice Second-class, for spitting over the side; and 6 hours' extra duty to R.J. Cooney, for being found in his hammock when on anchor watch.

Made the following signals to U.S.S. "Boston": at 9.00am numeral 9; at 10.00am numeral 2; and at noon numeral 211.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, with gentle to stiff breezes from North and North by West, at times in moderate squalls.

At 1.30pm instructed in classes, third Division mechanism of secondary battery, apprentices in signals.

At 2.30pm exercised three of ship's boats under sail.

Catted starboard anchor.

Made following signals at 1.15pm: telegraphic 7123, 6004, 7864, 9409, 9756, 7747, 6919, 6839, 2585.

Senior Officer answered affirmatively.

Lieutenant Winterhalter attended a meeting of Board of Survey in Equipment [Department] on board U.S.S. "Boston".


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from North to North by East.

At 5.45pm went to quarters and served out clean hammocks.

Made the following signals to U.S.S. "Boston": at 4.05pm telegraphic 7864, 7123, 9431, 8277, 4813, 542; at 4.45pm interrogatory 2984.

At 4.20pm and 4.45pm U.S.S. "Boston" answered "Granted".


8pm to midnight:

Clear, with bright starlight.

Light breeze falling to light airs from NE.


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7 April 1891

At anchor off Key West, Florida

Lat 24.554, Long -81.813


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and bright starlight.

Light breezes to light airs from the NE.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light wind from ENE.

At 6.30am made out the flagship U.S.S. "Chicago" standing in for this port.

At 7.40am she passed in going alongside the coal dock.

At 6.50am U.S.S. "Boston" hauled down the Senior Officer's pennant, having hauled out from the coal dock at 6.00am, and in doing so apparently got aground, anchoring twice.


8am to meridian:

Clear, with light ENE breeze.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 106½ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 85 pounds of soft bread.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, then had following drills: first period: 1st Division instruction main battery; 2nd Division single sticks; 3rd Division small arms; Powder Division small arms; [Marine] Guard manual and bayonet exercise.

Second period: 1st Division setting up drill; 2nd Division single sticks; 3rd Division single sticks; Powder Division setting up drill.

From 9.20am to end of watch a gang of men, with quarter gunner, breaking out shell rooms to prepare bilges for inspection of board, berth deck cooks clearing away flying deck forward for same purpose, also a gang in steerage country.

Made routine signals: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 3; at noon numeral 207.

During second period drilled 8 men of Engineer's Division with small arms.

Sent steam cutters shaft ashore to government workshop with two workmen for repairs.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, mild and pleasant weather.

Light breezes from between NE and East by South, increasing at intervals to gentle breezes in squalls last hour.

Barometer falling.

Engaging in cleaning under forecastle and clearing out double bottom for inspection by the Permanent Board of Inspection of the Hull.

At 1.20pm held class in signals.

At 2.30pm sent out Marines in whaleboat, Engineer's force in 2nd cutter, for exercise under oars and sails.

At 3.30pm flagship made general signal 2918, pipe down scrubbed hammocks.


4pm to 8pm:

Alternately clear and cloudy.

Gentle breeze falling to light airs from East by South.

Restowed shell rooms.


8pm to midnight:

Fair and bright starlight, cloudy to the Eastward at end of watch.

Light breezes from the East.

Barometer falling.


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8 April 1891

At anchor off Key West, Florida

Lat 24.554, Long -81.813


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NE.

Bright starlight.


4am to 8am:

Clear, with gentle to light East by North breeze.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3340.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 106¼ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 85 pounds bread.


8am to meridian.

Fair, with light to gentle breezes in squalls from between ENE and East by South at end of watch.

Barometer unsteady.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

At 9.40am flagship made [signal] preparatory tactical 10, at 9.50am tactical 10.

Sent out 1st and 2nd cutters, sailing launch, whaleboat and gig for exercise under sail.

At 11.00am flagship made general signal 2438.

Made routine signals as follows: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 2; at noon numeral 203.

Punishments were awarded at the mast by the Commanding Officer as follows: C.S. Driver, Landsman, out of uniform, 2 hours' extra duty; H.S. McEvoy, Landsman, no watch mark and losing his watch cap, 4 hours' extra duty; J.T. Cleary, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, and A.E. Lowe, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, loafing while receiving instruction in signals, 3 hours' extra duty each; C. Gulbrunsen, Seaman, absent muster gun brightwork, 3 hours' extra duty.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from East by South.

Mallory steamer "Alamo" came in to wharf from SE.

Instructed apprentices in signals in afternoon period.

Sent liberty party ashore.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair to clear.

Gentle falling to light breezes from East by South to East.

Barometer rising.

At 4.29pm flagship made general signal 2984.

Pipe down scrubbed and washed clothes.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight.

Light breezes from East by South.

At 9.20pm "Mascotte" came in to wharf from Southward, and at 11.40pm stood out to Northward


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9 April 1891

At anchor off Key West, Florida

Lat 24.554, Long -81.813


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight.

Light breeze from ENE.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Clear, fine weather.

Light breezes from ENE to East.

Barometer rising.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3340.

The Mallory steamer "Alamo" got under way and stood out at about 7.45am.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 106¼ pounds fresh vegetables; and 85 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from ENE and East.

At 9.30am went to quarters for inspection.

J. Moran, Second-class Fireman, and J.T. Ashton, Water Tender, absent without leave.

At 9.35am sounded clear ship for action and went to general quarters, times as follows: clear ship, ready: forward 7 minutes; aft 11 minutes; mainmast 2 minutes.

Cast loose and provide: 1st Division 2 minutes 22 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 30 seconds; 3rd Division 2 minutes 20 seconds; Navigator's Division 2 minutes 5 seconds; Powder Division 5 minutes 45 seconds; Engineer's Division 50 seconds.

At 9.00am made numeral 3, at 9.15am made annulling numeral 3, then numeral 2, at 10.00am made numeral 2, at 12.00pm numeral 199.

At 11.55am the Morgan steamer "Hutchinson" left the dock and stood out to Northward.

Crew engaged in painting.

Received in Construction Department: 15 gallons turpentine; and 15 gallons raw linseed oil.

By order of Commanding Officer released J. Rogers, Landsman, W. Cuff, Landsman, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, and T. Brady, Private Marine, their terms of confinement having expired, and by same authority placed P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, W.C. Sloane, Second-class Fireman, and J. Mather, First-class Fireman, for being absent from ship without leave, in confinement for five days.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Gentle to fresh breeze from East.

Barometer falling.

Sent liberty party ashore, the flagship having signaled there would be no afternoon drill.

At 3.40pm ship commenced swinging to the flood tide.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breezes from East.

At 5.30pm flagship made [signal] 6972.

Finished swinging to flood at 4.30pm.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight.

Moderate breeze from East, decreasing in force.

Barometer unsteady.

At 10.50pm commenced swinging to the ebb tide, and finished at 12.00am.


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10 April 1891

At anchor off Key West, Florida

Lat 24.554, Long -81.813


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from East.

Tide running ebb.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from NE by East.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 106¼ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 85 pounds bread.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3340.


8am to meridian:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze from ESE to ENE.

Barometer unsteady.

At 9.00am made absentee report.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

The following named men were absent without leave, namely: J. Noonan, Second-class Fireman, E. Powers, Private Marine, J.T. Ashton, Water Tender, and L. Morris, Captain of Hold.

1st period of drill exercised at arm and away boats, 2nd period at abandon ship.

Steam launch ready in 6 minutes 30 seconds, sailing launch in 7 minutes 35 seconds, 1st cutter in 2 minutes 45 seconds, 2nd cutter in 3 minutes 50 seconds, whaleboat in 3 minutes 30 seconds, gig in 7 minutes 15 seconds and dinghy in 6 minutes 45 seconds.

At 10.00am made sick report to flagship.

At 11.20am flagship made general signal 2984.

Answered, and piped down washed clothes.

At noon made coal report to flagship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate East wind.

Exercised the boats singly under sail.

At 2.15pm flagship made signal preparatory 12, with U.S.S. "Boston" excused, at 2.30pm 12, with U.S.S. "Boston" excused, and at 3.40pm general 2438.

Sent liberty party on shore.

J.T. Ashton, Water Tender, returned on board 30 hours over time.

Offered a reward of ten dollars for the apprehension of J. Noonan, Second-class Fireman.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, fine weather.

Gentle breeze from East.

Barometer steady.

American steamer "Mascotte" came in from Tampa.

Ship commenced swinging to the ebb at 4.30pm, and finished at 6.15pm.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Airs from East.

The flagship directed by signal exercise with search lights, which order was duly executed.

The steamer "Mascotte" passed out at 10.45pm.


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11 April 1891

At anchor Key West, Florida

Lat 24.554, Long -81.813


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, with bright starlight.

Stiff to light breeze from East, second hour in moderate squalls.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from East.

Barometer rising.

Ship commenced swing to the flood at 5.45am, and finished at 6.45am.

At 7.00am flagship made general signal 3340, answered.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 106¼ fresh beef and vegetables each; and 85 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Light East wind.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 1000 pounds hard bread in tins.

The following men absent overtime at morning report of absentees: H.J. Ryan, Coal Heaver, M. Foley, First-class Fireman, J.S. Butler, Machinist, E. Powers, Private Marine, L. Morris, Captain of Hold, and J. Noonan, First-class Fireman.

M. Foley, First-class Fireman, subsequently returned on board 4½ hours over time.

The Captain assigned 2 hours' extra duty to E. Hannis, Ordinary Seaman, as punishment for not manning his boat promptly.

The Captain offered to the Chief of Police of Key West rewards of ten dollars each for the apprehension and delivery on board this ship of L. Morris, Captain of Hold, and E. Powers, Private Marine.

The three masted schooner "Florence" of Portland [Portlant in log-book] came in from anchorage outside in tow, having evidently been ashore.

The [Mallory] steamer "Nueces" came in and went alongside dock.

At 10.55am went to fire quarters, ready: 1st Division 1 minute 5 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 20 seconds; 3rd Division 20 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 35 seconds; Navigator's Division 55 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 5 seconds; Marines 1 minute 5 seconds; and water in 1 minute.

Total time of exercise 6 minutes 5 seconds.

Exercised at closing watertight doors, times: starboard engine room 35 seconds; port engine room 30 seconds; and berth deck 55 seconds.

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 6; at 10.00am numeral 2; and at noon numeral 193.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with light East breeze.

Barometer falling 30.24 to 30.18.

Sent a liberty party on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, with light East breeze.

L. Morris, Captain of Hold, came on board 30 hours over time.

Liberty party returned, except J. Austin, Coal Heaver, and J. Turner, Quarter Gunner,.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudless sky, bright starlight.

Light airs to light breeze from ENE.


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12 April 1891

At anchor Key West, Florida

Lat 24.554, Long -81.813


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and bright starlight.

Light breezes from ENE to NNE.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light NE winds.

E. Powers, Private Marine, returned on board 48 hours over time, having been brought down to the boat by the police.

Flagship made the following signals: at 7.00am general 3350 and 3962; and at 7.40am general 3353, 3963, 6098 and 6379.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 106½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 86 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Fair, with light ENE and NE breezes.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Commander inspected ship and crew.

Absentees at 9.00am: J. Noonan, First-class Fireman, H.J. Ryan, Coal Heaver, J.S. Butler, Machinist, J. Turner, Quarter Gunner, and J. Austin, Coal Heaver.

H.J. Ryan, Coal Heaver, returned on board 15 hours over time.

By order of Commanding officer awarded the following punishments: G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, quarantine, 1 month, for disobeying order of coxswain; also by his order confined in double irons for three days C.S. Driver, Landsman, for disrespect.

Also by his order offered rewards of ten dollars each for the apprehension and delivery on board of J.S. Butler, Machinist, J. Turner, Quarter Gunner, H.J. Ryan, Coal Heaver, and J.J. Austin, Coal Heaver.

At 10.00am flagship made general signal 3837.

Sent church party to flagship.

Made routine signals: at 9.00am numeral 5; at 10.00am numeral 2; and at noon numeral 190.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, with light airs and breezes from NE first part, NE by North latter part.

Barometer falling.

Sent liberty party on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, with bright starlight latter part.

Light airs to light breezes from East to ENE.

J. Noonan, First-class Fireman, and J. Turner, Quarter Gunner, were brought off by the local police, and by order of the Commanding officer paid $10 reward in each case for their apprehension and delivery on board.

By same authority paid $10 to the local police as reward for the apprehension and delivery on board of E. Powers, Private Marine,

Liberty party returned, except P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and bright starlight.

Light breezes from the East by North.

Barometer steady.

P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker, returned on board two hours over time.


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13 April 1891

At anchor Key West, Florida

Lat 24.554, Long -81.813


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from ENE.

Ship swung to ebb tide.


4am to 8am:

Clear, fine weather.

Light breezes from ENE to NE by East.

At 7.00am flagship made general 3340.

At 8.00am hauled down guard flag.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 98¾ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 79 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breezes from the East first hour, ENE remainder of watch.

Barometer steady.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Absentees: J.S. Butler, Machinist, and J.J. Austin, Coal Heaver.

Drilled as follows: 1st period: 1st Division great guns; 2nd Division instruction; 3rd Division infantry; Powder Division infantry; Marines infantry.

2nd period: 1st Division infantry; 2nd Division artillery; 3rd Division infantry and artillery; Powder Division infantry; Marines infantry and great guns.

Made signals as follows: at 9.00am numeral 2; at 10.00am numeral 1; at 11.30am interrogatory 2984; at 12.00pm numeral 187.

At 10.20am flagship made U.S.S. "Yorktown" 3897.

Punishments were awarded at the mast by the Commanding Officer as follows, namely: H.C. King, Landsman, not shifting into uniform after having been thrice ordered, 2 days' bread and water; T. Heslin, First-class Fireman, and J.H. Cummings, Coal Heaver, out of uniform on spar deck, 3 hours' extra duty each.

Before 12.00pm U.S.S. "Chicago" began to haul from the dock.

The iron of the ship was this day inspected in accordance with [Navy Regulation] Circular number 77.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, bright starlight latter part.

Light to gentle breezes from East by South.

Barometer steady.

J.S. Butler, Machinist, and J.J. Austin, Coal Heaver, were brought on board by the shore police and the proffered reward of ten dollars each paid.

Received in Paymaster's Department from the General Storekeeper, Naval Station, Key West, Florida, the following stores namely: 1000 pounds biscuit; 528 pounds corned beef; 528 pounds ham; 200 pounds coffee; 192 pounds vegetables; 144 pounds butter; 120 pounds raisins; 100 pounds peaches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to fresh breezes in squalls from East by North and East.

Instructed apprentices in signals.

U.S.S. "Chicago" left dock and anchored in Southeast Channel.

U.S.S. "Boston" went alongside dock and commenced coaling.

Started fires in A boiler.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to moderate breezes from East and East by South.

The "Olivette" came in from Southward at 9.00pm, and stood out the NW passage at 11.15pm.


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14 April 1891

At anchor, and moored to dock, Key West, Florida

Lat 24.555, Long -81.811


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight.

Gentle breeze from East.

Barometer falling.

Ship commenced swinging to ebb at 2.10am, and finished at 3.30am.


4am to 8am:

Fair, pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from East by South.

Barometer rising.

Engaged in making preparations for coaling ship.

At about 5.45am U.S.S. "Kearsarge" was sighted standing up main ship channel.

Hoisted colors and made our number, following motions of flagship.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3340, immediately after officer's uniform signals 3956 and 6379.

At 7.10am U.S.S. "Kearsarge" came to anchor on our port quarter, distant about one ship's length.

Spread fires at 7.50am.

Received in Paymaster's Department from the contractor: 106¼ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 82 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from East by South.

At 9.00am made [signal] interrogatory 4890, and flagship answered in affirmative.

Called all hands up anchor and went alongside coal wharf.

Moored at 9.40am, and commenced coaling ship.

Stopped coaling at 12.00pm.

At 9.00am made numeral 0, at 10.00am numeral 0, and at 12.00pm numeral 182 to flagship.

At 8.56am U.S.S. "Boston" left coal wharf and stood out to anchorage in Southeast Channel.

By order of Commanding Officer released J.H. Griffin, Coal Heaver, W. Sloane, Second-class Fireman, J.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, and J. Mather, First-class Fireman, their terms of confinement having expired.

Received 86 tons of coal during watch.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from East by South.

Barometer falling.

Engaged in coaling ship.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 800 pounds pork; 400 pounds beef; 1061 pounds sugar; 980 pounds flour; and 114 gallons beans.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from East by South.

Finished coaling ship at 5.30pm, having received on board in all 189½ tons of hard coal.

At 6.10pm called all hands unmoor ship and stood out in Southeast Channel, and came to anchor in five fathoms water, hard sandy bottom, at 6.40pm.

By order of Commanding Officer Lieutenant H.G.O. Colby was placed under suspension for improper and intemperate language to Commanding Officer.

At 6.35pm made [signal] interrogatory 1211 to flagship.

At 6.50pm made [signal] interrogatory 2121.

Flagship answered in affirmative.

Banked fires.

At end of watch under banked fires in two boilers.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze from East.

Barometer unsteady.

At 11.50pm started fires in boilers B and C.


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15 April 1891

At anchor, and making passage from Key West, Florida, to Port au Prince, Hayti

Lat 23.89, Long -81.08


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Moderate East breeze.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from East by South.

At 5.20am hove in to 15 fathoms on port chain.

At 5.30am called all hands up anchor and hoisted position pennant.

At 5.31am flagship made [signal] 240, with U.S.S. "Yorktown" and U.S.S. "Boston" distinguishing pennants.

Stood out through Southeast Channel in column at distance.

At 6.43am put over patent log reading 97.2, middle channel buoy bearing NNW½W, distant 1½ miles.

At 6.50am changed course to SE½S.

At end of watch in column at distance, steering course SE½S, under steam alone using 4 boilers.

Draught of ship forward 13 feet 0 inches, aft 16 feet 2 inches.

At 6.00am flagship made [signal] 255.

Average steam pressure 110 [pounds], revolutions 77.9, vacuum 26.


8am to meridian:

Partially cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SE by East to East.

Barometer unsteady.

At 9.00am made absentee, at 10.00am sick and at noon coal reports.

Signaled latitude and longitude at noon.

Engaged in cleaning ship.

Passed several vessels standing to the Northward and Westward during watch.

By order of the Commanding Officer released H.C. King, Landsman, and C.S. Driver, Landsman, from confinement, their terms having expired.

At 10.00am commenced distilling.

Number revolutions 85.4, steam 110 [pounds], vacuum 26.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from ESE.

Ships approximately in position at end of watch.

The Captain suspended from duty the Orderly Sergeant, for failing to obey promptly the order of the Executive Officer, by his order W. Cuff, Landsman, was confined in double irons for five days, for absenting himself from the ship without permission.

Passed several sails.

Steam 111 [pounds], revolutions 89.4, vacuum 26.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, with moderate to gentle breezes from ESE and East.

Following motions of flagship, making good per standard [compass] SE½S until 4.45pm, E½S remainder of watch.

At 4.28pm made Bahia de Cadiz Cay lighthouse right ahead, and passed [?] about two points forward of starboard beam.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair, cloudy to Southward at end of watch.

Gentle breezes from the Eastward.

Barometer steady.

In column at distance.

At 6.40pm changed course to ESE⅜E, patent log 96.5.

At end of watch Bahia de Cadiz Cay light bore (per compass) WSW⅛W, ship's head ESE⅜E.

Using steam from four boilers.

Average steam pressure 109 pounds, revolutions 87.2, vacuum 26.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Gentle breeze from East by South and East.

In column at distance on flagship till 10.00pm, when U.S.S. "Boston" dropped behind, keeping distance on U.S.S. "Boston" remainder of watch, flagship being 1½ miles ahead at end of watch.

Under steam in four boilers, steering ESE⅜E.

At 8.35pm lost sight of Bahia de Cadiz Cay light bearing WSW½W, ship's head ESE⅜E.

At 8.45pm sighted Sagua light bearing S⅝W, which at 9.15pm bore abeam, and at 10.00pm disappeared bearing SW by West (per compass), ship's head ESE⅜E.

By order of Commanding Officer Lieutenant H.G.O. Colby was restored to duty.

Average steam pressure 115 pounds, revolutions 84.6, vacuum 26.


Hayti is the old spelling for Haiti.

Bahia de Cadiz Cay is also known as Cayo Bahía de Cádiz.


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16 April 1891

At sea, making passage from Key West, Florida, to Port au Prince, Hayti

Lat 22.45, Long -77.90


Midnight to 4am:

Weather partially cloudy, but pleasant.

Moderate breeze from ESE and East by South.

Barometer falling first half [of watch].

At about 3.00am observed the glare of a very bright light or a fire about two points abaft starboard beam.

Revolutions 85.1, steam 110 pounds, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Moderate wind from East by South.

At 5.28am made two flat hummocks of land lying together, bearing South by West.

At 6.00am changed course to SE by E⅞E, following motions of flagship, patent log read 83.8.

At 6.10am made low land bearing from S¼W to South by E¾E.

At 7.30am made low land bearing about SE by South.

Passed small patches and bunches of sea weed.

Sighted two schooners.

At end of watch the ships approximately in position.

Steam 107 pounds, vacuum 26 inches, revolutions 91.8.


8am to meridian:

Fair and hot.

Gentle East by South breeze.

Following flagship, making good per standard [compass] until 8.57am SE by E⅞E, then until 9.30am SE by East, and ESE remainder of watch.

At 8.50am sighted [Cayo] Paredon Grande lighthouse 2 points on starboard bow, lost sight of it by end of watch.

Small cays in sight on starboard hand all of watch.

Last hour passed Spanish cruiser heading to Westward.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, then cleared ship for action and exercised batteries.

Times as follows: clear ship, ready: forward 13 minutes 15 seconds; mainmast 14 minutes 20 seconds; aft 15 minutes 45 seconds; berth deck 16 minutes 0 seconds.

Cast loose and provide: 1st Division 1 minute 45 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 3 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 38 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 50 seconds; Powder Division 8 minutes 30 seconds; Engineer's Division 8 minutes 30 seconds.

Get up arms and fire 3 shots: 1st Division 1 minute 35 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 32 seconds; 3rd Division 52 seconds.

Total time of exercise: 1 hour 14 minutes 30 seconds.

Passed from time to time patches of seaweed.

Made following signals to flagship; at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 2; at noon numeral 330, numeral 22 answer 27, 77 answer 54 numeral.

Steam pressure averaged 110 pounds, revolutions 87.3.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with gentle breezes from East by South first part, East latter part.

Barometer falling.

At 12.35pm sighted Lobos Cay light bearing (per compass) E⅝S, ship's head ESE.

Squadron in column at distance.

At 2.06pm changed course to SE by East, patent log reading 55.1.

At 1.30pm U.S.S. "Chicago" hoisted preparatory pennant and signaled message to squadron by Army and Navy code.

At 1.40pm made numeral 211 answer 4.

At 4.00pm Lobos Cay light about to disappear NW⅜W.

Under steam alone from all four boilers.

Average steam pressure 110 pounds, revolutions 87.7, vacuum 26 inches.

Issued small stores and clothing.


4pm to 6pm:

Partially cloudy.

Moderate breezes from East.

In column at distance, steering course SE by East till 5.41pm, when changed to SE by E⅝E.

Under steam alone, using four boilers.

Steam pressure 110 pounds, revolutions 82.3, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Moderate breeze from East.

Barometer rising.

At about 6.20pm sighted [Punta] Maternillos light one point forward starboard beam.

At 8.00pm it bore about two points abaft the beam.

Number [of] revolutions 87.5, steam 110 pounds, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, moonlight.

Moderate breeze from East by South.

Lightning played about horizon during entire watch.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 86.5, vacuum 25 inches.


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17 April 1891

At sea, making passage from Key West, Florida, to Port au Prince, Hayti

Lat 20.75, Long -74.68


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with vivid sheet lightning from South, around by East, to North on horizon.

Barometer falling slowly 30.05 to 30.00 inches.

Damp.

Light to gentle East by South breeze.

Following flagship, making good per standard [compass] SE by E¾E.

At end of watch ship in position in column at distance.

At 3.55am sighted Punta Lucrecia light about two points forward of starboard beam, visible from aloft.

Steam pressure averaged 109 pounds and revolutions 89.5.


4am to 8am:

Fair, lightning to Southward first part.

Light breezes from East by South.

Barometer rising.

At 4.30am sighted Punta Lucrecia [Lucretia Point in log-book] light from the bridge bearing (per compass) S¾E, ship's head SE by E¾E, patent log 76.8.

At 5.44am changed course to SE¾E, patent log 86.7, Punta Lucrecia [Lucretia Point in log-book] light bearing (per compass) SSW½W, ship's head SE¾E.

At end of watch squadron in column at distance.

Under steam from four boilers.

Average steam pressure 105 pounds, average revolutions 87.1, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Generally clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SE and SE by East.

At 9.30am went to quarters, mustered divisions and exercised as follows: 1st, 3rd, Powder Divisions and Marine Guard small arms; 2nd Division great guns.

In column at distance, steering course SE¾E, under steam in four boilers.

Steam pressure 110 pounds, revolutions 91.7, vacuum 26.5 inches.

By order of Commanding Officer following punishments were awarded: J. Murphy, First-class Fireman, wearing dungaree cloths on deck, 2 hours' extra duty; L.S.W. Butler, Landsman, disrespect to steward, 2 days' bread and water; V. Frederickson, Coxswain, drunk on duty, five days' double irons.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light breeze from ESE.

Barometer falling first half.

At 12.15pm changed course to SE⅛E (per compass), patent log 41.5.

At about 3.00pm sighted Cape Maysi lighthouse about ½ point on starboard bow.

At end of watch it bore two points on bow.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 87.5, vacuum 26.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from ESE.

At 4.00pm made high land of Hayti bearing about SE½E.

At 4.39pm Cape Maysi lighthouse bore abeam.

By order of Commanding Officer W.H. Knobelsdorf, Quartermaster, was given three days' bread and water, for disobedience of orders.

At 5.05pm went to fire quarters: 1st Division 1 minute 30 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 30 seconds; 3rd Division 23 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes 30 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 20 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 47 seconds; Marines 1 minute 10 seconds; water 1 minute 47 seconds.

Time of exercise 7 minutes.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 89.1.


6pm to 8pm: Fair.

Gentle East breeze.

Making good SE per standard [compass] following flagship.

Lost sight of Haiti and of Cape Maysi at dark, the latter astern, the former about two points on port bow.

Vivid sheet and forked lightning from NW to NE on horizon, faint occasional flashes to SE.

Heavy nimbus clouds to NW.

Steam pressure averaged 110 pounds, revolutions 88.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy first part, overcast latter part, with occasional light sprinkles last hour.

Lightning at various points about horizon.

Gentle breezes from East by North to ENE first part, light airs from between SSE and SE by East latter part.

Barometer steady.

Squadron in column at distance.

At about 10.45pm changed course to starboard slightly, making course SE¼S during remainder of watch.

Abreast of Platform Point at about 10.30pm.

Average steam pressure 110 [pounds], average number of revolutions 88.7, vacuum 26 inches.


Cape Maysi is also known as Punta de Maisi.

Platform Point is also known as Pointe la Plateforme.


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18 April 1891

At sea, and at anchor Port au Prince, Haiti

Lat 18.59, Long -72.35


Midnight to 4am:

Partially cloudy, with bright moonlight at intervals, moderate rain squalls second hour.

Gentle breezes from South by East and ESE, with fresh breezes in squalls second hour.

In column at distance, under steam in four boilers.

At 2.40am sighted Saint Marc's Point two points on port bow.

At 2.25am moon set.

Steam pressure 110 pounds, revolutions 88, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breeze from ESE, fresh squalls from same direction second hour.

Barometer rising.

Standing in for Port au Prince through Saint Marc's Channel, changing course with the flagship.

At 7.00am flagship made general signals 3340, 6378, 6379, and 3956.

At about 7.15am sighted U.S.S. "Philadelphia" at anchor off Port au Prince.

Number [of] revolutions 86, steam 110 pounds, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, hot.

Light variable airs and calms.

Stood up the bay for anchorage, following the motions of flagship, and at 9.15am anchored on a line as directed, the three ships anchoring at the same time, the flagship being near U.S.S. "Philadelphia".

Twelve fathoms of water, muddy bottom, and veered to 60 fathoms on port chain.

Ship's draft 13 feet 1 inches forward and 16 feet 1 inch aft.

While standing up the bay the flagship fired a salute of 13 guns to Rear Admiral Gherardi.

After anchoring Rear Admiral Walker made an official visit to U.S.S. "Philadelphia", and upon his departure was saluted with 13 guns.

The Spanish steamer "Manuel L. Villaverde" of Barcelona came in.

Received a visit from the health officer of the port.

The following signals were made: from flagship to squadron at 8.30am 188, 231, with distinguishing pennant and numeral 2; at 8.35am numeral 4; at 8.40am 220; at 9.20am 2121; at 9.25am 6377; at 9.45am 3957; from this ship to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00 numeral 2; and at 12.00pm 277.

Banked fires after anchoring, and at 11.40am spread fires under two forward boilers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and hot.

Light airs from NW and NW by West.

Barometer falling 30.00 to 29.93 inches.

At one got under way and shifted berth to Northward and Westward, anchoring 1½ cables from U.S.S. "Boston", flagship foremast bearing WSW per standard [compass].

U.S.S. "Atlanta" came in and anchored after exchanging numbers with U.S.S. "Philadelphia" and U.S.S. "Chicago".

Banked fires.

The American Minister paid an official visit to flagship U.S.S. "Philadelphia".

Gave him the usual honors twice on passing, as also to Admiral Gherardi on an official visit to flagship U.S.S. "Chicago".


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, hot.

Light breeze from NW to WSW.

Boarded the [Dutch] steamer "Prins Willem I", which came in.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with very heavy passing showers second hour.

Light breeze hauling from WSW by the North to East, falling calm last hour and coming out in light SW airs.


Saint Marc's Point is also known as Pointe de Saint-Marc.

Saint Marc's Channel is also known as Canal du Nord, and Canal de Saint-Marc.


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19 April 1891

At anchor off Port au Prince, Haiti

Lat 18.59, Long -72.35


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy first hour, fair remainder of watch.

Calms, very light airs from SW second hour.

Moon set at 2.55am.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from East by South.

U.S.S. "Philadelphia" made the following signals, which were answered: at 7.00am 5455; at 7.30am 6377, 6378, 6379, despatch 3341 and 3963.


8am to meridian:

Clear and hot.

Light airs boxing the compass.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Executive Officer inspected ship and crew.

At 11.30am flagship made general signal 4826, furled staysail.

Made routine signals: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 2; and at noon numeral 273.

By order of Commanding Officer released from confinement W.H. Knobelsdorf, Quartermaster, and L. Butler, Landsman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs and breezes from West by North.

Barometer falling.

At about 2.00pm the Dutch steamer "Prins Willem I" got under way and stood out.

Sent a large visiting party to U.S.S. "Philadelphia".


4pm to 8pm:

Fair with light airs from ESE, North by East and WSW.

The Hamburg steamer "Colonia" came in and anchored.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, heavy passing showers second and third hours.

Light airs and breezes variable in direction.


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20 April 1891

At anchor off Port au Prince, Haiti

Lat 18.59, Long -72.35


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially cloudy.

Calms and light variable airs.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, with light airs, variable in direction, and calms.

At 7.30am flagship made time and dress signal 6377, followed by uniform signals 6378, 6379, 3841, 3960.


8am to meridian:

Fair and warm.

Light airs from the ENE.

Light haze.

Barometer falling slowly.

At 9.20am Rear Admiral Gherardi, U.S. Navy, Commanding North Atlantic Squadron, made a call upon the Commanding Officer and wardroom officers of this ship, and was received with the customary courtesies.

At 9.55am mustered and inspected at quarters, after which exercised divisions one period as follows, namely: 1st Division instruction; 2nd Division instruction; 3rd Division infantry; Powder Division setting up exercise; Marine Guard manual of arms.

By direction of the Rear Admiral Commanding, the second period of forenoon drills and the afternoon drills are suspended during the stay of this squadron in this port.

At 9.10am flagship made general signal 5459, hoisted position pennant immediately, and upon the hauling down of the signal loosed staysail and spread it out to dry.

Engaged in cleaning bilges, tiller room and paintwork.

The iron of this ship is this day inspected in accordance with the Department Circular number 77.

Made routine signals as follows, namely: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 2, at noon numeral 269.

The wardroom officers of the flagship U.S.S. "Philadelphia" made an official call upon the Commanding Officer and wardroom officers of this ship.

At 11.30am flagship made general signal 4826.

Stowed staysail.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, with rain squalls second hour.

At 1.20pm U.S.S. "Philadelphia" made [signal] 2984, which was answered and repeated by U.S.S. "Chicago".

Light breezes from WNW to WSW, coming in moderate squalls from West second hour.

By order of Commanding Officer released A. Cuff, Landsman, his term of confinement having expired.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy.

Light airs from WSW and calm first part, light airs from Eastward latter part.

Barometer rising.

Lightning in various directions.

Stopped distilling at 7.30pm.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy, passing showers latter part.

Light breezes from East.

Fires in one boiler.


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21 April 1891

At anchor off Port au Prince, Haiti

Lat 18.59, Long -72.35


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and rainy weather.

Light breeze from East.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Overcast first part, cloudy whole of watch.

Light breezes to airs from the East, calms third hour.

At 7.30am flagship made time and dress signal 6277 following U.S.S. "Philadelphia", and the following uniform signals immediately after 7.30am: 6378, 6379, 3341, and 3960.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from East by South and East.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised as follows: 1st Division infantry; 2nd Division instruction great guns; 3rd Division great guns; powder Division infantry; Marine Guard infantry; and squad from Engineer's Division infantry.

By order of Commanding Officer following punishments were awarded: C. Gulbrundsen, Seaman, out of uniform, 3 hours' extra duty, and absent muster brightwork, 2 hours' extra duty; V.C. Barrett, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, not reporting of Officer of Deck, 6 hours' extra duty, and loafing on signal drill, 2 hours' extra duty; F.E. Austin, loafing on signal drill, 2 hours' extra duty; S.C. Driver, Landsman, not turned in at 9.10pm, 3 hours' extra duty; J. Mansen, Seaman, not answering promptly when spoken to, 3 hours' extra duty; L.S.W. Butler, Landsman, out of uniform, 3 hours' extra duty; L.S. Carlson, Seaman, making improper remark to Corporal of Guard, 2 days' double irons.

By order of same authority M. Tierney, Second-class Fireman, and F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, were placed in double irons for five days each, for having been absent from ship without leave while at Tampa Bay.

At 8.45am flagship made 5455, and loosed sail.

By order of Commanding Officer A. Houglan, First Sergeant, was restored to duty.

Made routine signals to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 2; at 12.00pm numeral 265.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breeze from East.

Barometer falling.

At 1.15pm flagship made general signal 4876, furled staysail, and at 2.35pm general signal 3918, answered and piped down scrubbed hammocks.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from WNW.

Barometer rising.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from East.

Bright moonlight.

Barometer steady.


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22 April 1891

At anchor off Port au Prince, Haiti

Lat 18.59, Long -72.35


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, moonlight.

Light airs from East.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from East.

Moon set at 4.45pm.

Barometer steady.

At 7.30am flagship repeated following signals from U.S.S. "Philadelphia" as uniform and time signals: 6377, 6378, 6379, 3340, and 3960.


8am to meridian:

Weather clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from East.

Barometer unsteady.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

Drilled 1st Division at setting up drill, 2nd Division at great guns, Powder Division and Marines at smalls arms, and instructed 3rd Division.

Ran in guns of main battery and cleaned slides, et cetera.

By order of the Commanding Officer placed H.C. King, Landsman, in confinement on bread and water for five days, for improper and disorderly conduct, released V. Fredrickson, Coxswain, from confinement, his term having expired, and took leg irons off J.L. Carlson, Seaman.

At 9.00am made absentee, at 10.00am sick, and at noon coal reports to flagship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, warm.

Light breezes from all quarters during watch.

Light shower of rain early part of watch.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and warm.

Light breezes and calms.

Barometer steady.

At 7.35pm stopped distilling.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, light rain squall second hour.

Light East wind.


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23 April 1891

At anchor off Port au Prince, Haiti

Lat 18.59, Long -72.35


Midnight to 4am:

Fair, with bright moonlight, at times obscured.

Light breezes from East and East by South.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from East by South and ESE.

Barometer rising.

At 7.30am flagship made general signal 6377, and afterwards 6378, 6379, 3340 and 3960, answered.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, light rain squall last hour of watch.

Light breeze from East to SE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions: 1st Division great guns; 2nd Division infantry; 3rd Division infantry; Powder Division athletic exercise; Marines bayonet exercise.

Made the following signals to flagship U.S.S. "Chicago": at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 2; and at noon numeral 258.

At 9.00am U.S.S. "Chicago" made general [signal] 5455, and at 10.45am general 4826.

By order of the Captain J.L. Carlson, Seaman, was released from confinement.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with light airs from SE and West.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, warm.

A Haitian steamer came in and anchored inside.

Calm.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, latter part bright moonlight.

Light airs to light breeze from East.


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24 April 1891

At anchor off Port au Prince, Haiti, and under way making passage to Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 18.59, Long -72.35


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and bright moonlight.

Light airs from the East.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Calm until latter part, when had airs from South by West to SE.

At 5.30am made out U.S.S. "Kearsarge" standing in.

She anchored in obedience to signal from U.S.S. "Philadelphia".

At 5.45am U.S.S. "Kearsarge" made cornet 45, U.S.S. "Chicago" making cornet 24, and U.S.S. "Philadelphia" cornet 155.

At 6.15am U.S.S. "Philadelphia" made to U.S.S. "Kearsarge" [signals] 231, 217, 12, and at 7.25am 4557.

At 7.30am U.S.S. "Philadelphia" made the following signals, which were repeated by U.S.S. "Chicago": 6377, 6378, 6379, 3340, 3357, 3960.


8am to meridian:

Clear and hot.

Barometer steady at 30.00 inches.

Light SW airs, falling calm last hour.

By order of Commanding Officer released M. Tierny, Second-class Fireman, and F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, from confinement.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters, drilled divisions as follows: 1st infantry; 2nd infantry; 3rd setting up; Powder infantry; [Marine] Guard manual of arms.

At 11.40am flagship made [signal] 2984, piped down washed clothes.

Made routine signals: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 2; and at noon numeral 231.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, light haze about horizon.

Light airs and breezes from WNW to West last hour.

Barometer falling.

Making preparations for sea.

The American Minister made an official call on board the flagship U.S.S. "Chicago", and on leaving that ship was saluted with fifteen guns, paraded guard and gave three ruffles as American Minister passed to and from flagship.

At 1.40pm hove in to short stay.

At 1.55pm flagship made [signal] tactical 240, called all hands up anchor, anchor away at 2.00pm.

At 2.21pm flagship made [signal] tactical 256.

At 2.25pm piped down and set the starboard watch.

At 2.27pm passed the flagship U.S.S. "Philadelphia", paraded Marine Guard and gave two ruffles.

Ship's draught forward 12 feet 7 inches, aft 16 feet 0 inches.

At 2.45pm set course NW¾W, and took departure [Pointe du] Lamentin lighthouse South by E¾E, Pelican Cays NE¼N, both bearings magnetic, patent log 8.8.

At 3.15pm flagship made general signal 2072.

At 3.27pm made interrogatory 2255, flagship answered in affirmative.

At 3.26pm sighted the Ar[cadins] Reefs one point on starboard bow.

From 3.00pm to 4.00pm average steam pressure 110 [pounds], revolutions 90.5, vacuum 26.

Bending fore and aft sail.

At end of watch squadron in column at half distance.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and hot.

Light breezes from SW.

In column at half distance, steering course NW¾ till 4.40pm, when changed course to NW.

Using steam in four boilers.

Bending fore and aft sail.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 90.6, vacuum 26.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from NW to WNW.

Barometer steady.

Moon rose about 7.30pm.

At 6.30pm Saint Marc's Point bore on starboard beam.

At 7.45pm stopped distilling.

In column at half distance, course NW.

Steam 110 pounds, vacuum 25.5 inches, revolutions 90.5.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Light breeze from West.

About 9.30pm made land along the starboard bow.

At 11.35pm changed course to NW by North, and at 11.45pm to North by West, in both instances following the motions of the flagship.

At end of watch the ships approximately in position.

Steam 98 [pounds], pounds vacuum 25, revolutions 96.6.


Pelican Cays are also known as Cayes du Pélican.

Saint Marc's Point is also known as Pointe de Saint-Marc.


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25 April 1891

At sea, making passage from Port au Prince, Haiti, to Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 21.52, Long -74.03


Midnight to 4am:

Clear first half, fair latter half.

Light NNE airs.

Following flagship, making good North by West except last hour, then North by W¼W (per standard [compass]).

About 2.00am lost sight of land of Haiti.

Keeping half distance from U.S.S. "Boston", in position at end of watch.

At 1.40am slowed to half speed for several minutes, U.S.S. "Atlanta" and U.S.S. "Boston" having slowed.

Average steam pressure 110 pounds, average revolutions 88.1.


4am to 8am:

Fair, hazy latter part.

Light southerly airs.

Barometer rising.

Steering course North by West.

At 7.45am flagship changed course, and at 7.53am directed our course toward the flagship steering North by W½W.

At beginning of watch second section away astern of first.

At 6.05am started to gain proper distance from flagship, passing by U.S.S. "Boston", increasing revolutions slowly to 110.

At end of watch flagship still some distance ahead, U.S.S. "Boston" well astern.

At 6.18am sighted Great Inagua Island light bearing (per compass) N¼E, ship's head North by W¼W.

At 7.45am passed light abeam East by North (per compass), distance about 4.2 miles.

Average steam 98 [pounds], average revolutions 89, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and hot.

Light airs from SSE, hauling to West last hour.

Steering course North by W½W till 9.00am, when changed course to NNW overhauling flagship, attaining position at 10.30am.

In obedience to orders from flagship came back to communicate with U.S.S. "Boston".

At 11.00am started ahead again to rejoin flagship.

At 9.30am had bag inspection.

By order of Commanding Officer C. Gulbrunsen, Seaman, was placed in double irons for five days, for being obstinate, disrespectful and not obeying orders at wheel.

Using steam in four boilers, steam pressure 100 pounds, vacuum 25, revolutions 98.7.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and very warm.

Light airs to moderate breeze from South.

Barometer falling.

At 12.30pm made coal report, and signals numeral 21 answer 31, and numeral 74 answer 02 to flagship.

At 12.40pm made following telegraph signals, namely: 9301, 4904, 1, 4028, 6155, 9731, 1998, 9693, 2427, 3567, 9409, 5659, 6839, 4070, 9301, 3882, 8314, 1653, 5468, 0419, 2012 and 6727 to flagship.

At 12.35pm changed course to NNW¾W, at 2.18pm to NW⅝W, at 2.48pm to NW⅛W, at 3.00pm to NW⅜W, and at 4.00pm to North by West (all courses per compass).

At 2.20pm sighted Castle Island lighthouse dead ahead, at 3.44pm it bore on starboard bow, and at 3.50pm on starboard beam.

At about 2.00pm caught up with U.S.S. "Atlanta" and took position one distance astern of her.

U.S.S. "Boston" came up and took position one distance astern of flagship.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 91.4, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy weather, warm.

Airs from South by East.

At 4.30pm made Fortune Island bearing about North by East.

Passed two sails, exchanging colors with a steamer bound standing to the southward.

At 6.00pm changed course to North, following the motions of the flagship.

At end of watch the ship approximately in position.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 90.9, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with light airs and breeze from South by East.

Following flagship, making good North per standard [compass].

At disk sighted Crooked Island light two points on starboard bow.

At end of watch it bore about ENE per standard [compass].

Average steam 99 [pounds], revolutions 95.3.

Sheet lightning at intervals to NW last hour.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, moon shining dimly through the clouds.

Light airs from Southward and Eastward.

Barometer steady last three hours.

Squadron in column at half distance.

At 8.25pm changed course to N⅞W, patent log 78.1.

At about 10.10pm dropped Crooked Island light bearing about S½E.

Average steam pressure 99 [pounds], average number of revolutions 92.3, vacuum 26 inches.


Fortune Island is also known as Long Cay, The Bahamas.


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26 April 1891

At sea, making passage from Port au Prince, Haiti, to Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 25.27, Long -74.97


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with passing showers second hour, lightning to Eastward.

In column at half distance, keeping interval on U.S.S. "Boston", but over distance from flagship.

Steering course N⅞W till 2.20am when, following motions of flagship, changed to NW, and at 3.20am changed to N½W.

At 2.50am sighted San Salvador [Island] light one point forward of starboard beam.

At 3.20am light bore NE½E, patent log reading 40.5, ship's head N½W.

Using steam in 4 boilers.

Average revolutions 88, steam 100 [pounds], vacuum 26.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy weather, with drizzling rain.

Light breeze from North by East, shifting to NNW second hour.

Barometer unsteady.

Steaming in column.

At 4.30am San Salvador [Island] light bore E½S (per compass), patent log 51.9.

At 6.00am changed course to N¾W (per compass).

At 7.30am flagship made general signal 3351, answered.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 94.1, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with drizzling rain setting in about 10.30am.

Light wind from North by West and NNW.

At 9.30am inspected the divisions, and subsequently the Captain inspected the ship with the crew at quarters.

At 10.55am passed over two shoal spots shown by the light color of the water.

At noon flagship changed course to N½W.

At end of watch the ships approximately in position.

At 9.00am flagship made general signal 6375.

Made following signals to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 2, and at noon 194, latitude 25-16, longitude 74-58.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, rain first half.

Light airs to light breeze from SW.

Moderate swell from East.

Following flagship, making good N⅝W per standard [compass].

At end of watch ships approximately in position.

Passed through patches of seaweed from time to time during watch, most frequently last hour.

At 2.00pm set fore staysail and main trysail.

Average steam pressure 100 [pounds], revolutions 94.8.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy.

Light breeze from the WSW veering to the Westward.

At end of watch low cumulus clouds coming from NW.

Barometer steady.

Squadron in column, making course N½W.

At end of watch second section about eight hundred yards astern, U.S.S. "Yorktown" approximately half distance from U.S.S. "Boston".

Moderate sea from Westward.

Average steam pressure 97 [pounds], average number of revolutions 92.1, vacuum 26.


6pm to 8pm:

Partially cloudy.

Light breezes from NW to NW by North.

In column at half distance, keeping interval on U.S.S. "Boston".

At 6.40pm took in fore staysail, and at 7.00pm took in main trysail.

Using steam from four boilers.

Steam pressure 100 [pounds], vacuum 26 inches, revolutions 93.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy first part, latter part bright moonlight.

Light breeze from NW by North shifting to ENE, by North.

Barometer falling.

Steam 96.2 pounds, vacuum 26 inches, revolutions 93.7.

Long swell from NNE latter part of watch.


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27 April 1891

Making passage from Port au Prince, Haiti, to Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 29.14, Long -75.30


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather, moonlight.

Long swell from NNE.

Wind from ENE, fresh.

Light rain squall early in watch.

At about 2.30am U.S.S. "Atlanta" hauled out of line to the Westward and fell astern, but subsequently resumed position.

During the entire watch, and at the end of same, the ships were straggling and out of position.

Steam 100 pounds, vacuum 26 inches, revolutions 82.5.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with stiff, increasing to very fresh breeze from ENE.

Barometer rising 29.98 to 30.07 inches.

Following flagship, making good per standard [compass] N⅜W.

Ships widely out of position.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 84.9.


8am to meridian:

Generally overcast and cloudy, with sun occasionally visible.

Stiff to fresh breezes from the ENE, with rough sea and swell.

Barometer rising until last hour, when commencing to fall.

At 9.30am flagship signaled tactical 255, "Distance – take".

Steering about N¼W.

At end of watch second section slightly astern of its position.

At 9.00am made [signal] numeral 0, 10.00am numeral 2, at 11.50am numeral 166, at meridian made latitude signal N 28°51', longitude signal W 75°25'.

By order of Commanding Officer released H.C. King, Landsman, from confinement on bread and water for improper and disorderly conduct.

Average steam pressure 100 [pounds], average number of revolutions 88.7, vacuum 26.

At 9.40am set fore staysail.

[At] 9.50am hauled out foot of main trysail.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially cloudy.

Strong to fresh breezes from ENE, hauling to East by North last hour and slightly moderating.

In column at distance, under steam in four boilers and main trysail and fore staysail.

Average steam 100 pounds, vacuum 26, revolutions 85.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Fresh breeze from East by North.

Barometer steady.

At 6.00pm set head of main trysail.

Steaming in column following flagship.

Steam 100 pounds, vacuum 26 inches, revolutions 89.2.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Fresh wind from NE by East.

At end of watch ships approximately in position.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 90.6, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with moderate to gentle ENE breeze.

Under fore staysail, main trysail, and steam in four boiler.

Following flagship, making good N¼W per standard [compass].

In column at distance.

During third hour lagged behind through difficulty of keeping steam owing to leaky tubes in boiler A.

At end of watch behind position, but gradually making up lost distance.

Average steam pressure 93 [pounds], average revolutions 86.3.


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28 April 1891

At sea, making passage from Port au Prince, Haiti, to Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 33.03, Long -75.70


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, partially clearing with bright moonlight latter part.

Gentle breezes from ENE at beginning to NE at end of watch.

Barometer falling.

Squadron in column, steering course N¼W.

At end of watch about twelve hundred yards astern of our right position, but gaining slowly.

Using steam from four boilers.

At 3.50am took in fore staysail and main trysail.

Average steam pressure 100 pounds, average number of revolutions 99.3, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from North.

In column at distance.

Using steam from four boilers.

At 7.20am flagship made uniform signal 3340.

Steam pressure 100 [pounds], vacuum 26, revolutions 97.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light breeze from NNE.

Barometer steady.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

Exercised 1st and Powder Divisions at small arms, 2nd and 3rd [Divisions] at great guns, and Marines at bayonet drill.

At 9.00am made signal numeral 0, at 10.00am numeral 0, and at 11.50am numeral 135, and at noon made latitude and longitude to flagship.

At 8.48am changed course to N¾E (per compass).

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 94.4, vacuum 26 inches.

The Executive Officer inspected the hull in accordance with Navy Department General Circular number 77.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Airs from NNE until 2.30pm, when shifted to North by West.

Barometer falling.

Between 2.00pm and 2.30pm the temperature of the surface water rose from 72° to 76° [Fahrenheit] and at the same time passed large patches of sea weed.

Passed a bark and a barkentine, both standing to Northward and Eastward.

Engaged refitting powder tanks containing the 6-inch charges.

At end of watch the ships approximately in position.

Steam 100 pounds, vacuum 26 inches, revolutions 93.7.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudless sky.

Light North by West airs.

Following flagship, making good per standard [compass] until 4.50pm N¾E, remainder of watch North by E¾E.

Barometer falling 29.97 to 29.94 inches.

Average steam pressure 120 [pounds], average revolutions 92.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair, hazy about the horizon.

Light to gentle breezes from North by West to NW by North.

Barometer rising.

Steering North by E¾E first hour, North by E⅝E last hour.

In column at distance.

Ships approximately in position at end of watch.

Between 7.00pm and 7.30pm temperature of water at surface fell from 77° to 73° Fahrenheit.

Average steam pressure 100 pounds, average number of revolutions 93.8, vacuum 25½ inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, slight fog last hour.

Light to gentle breezes from NNW and North.

In column at distance, using steam in four boilers.

Steam pressure 96 [pounds], vacuum 26 inches, revolutions 93.

Steering course North by E¾E till 10.30pm, then changed to N¾E, and at 10.50pm to North.

At 10.40pm sighted Hatteras light two points forward of port beam.

Moon rose at 11.30pm.


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29 April 1891

At sea, making passage from Port au Prince, Haiti, to Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.85, Long -75.93


Midnight to 4am:

First half hour misty, afterwards clear, with bright moonlight.

At about 12.45am a gentle breeze sprung up from NNW, shifting to North by West. and by 2.00am increased to a fresh gale.

At about 3.00am stood to the Eastward to clear a vessel standing before the wind, after which changed course to North by W¾W (per compass).

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 89, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, cool.

Fresh wind from North.

Sea moderate.

Passed three fore and aft schooners standing to the Southward.

At end of watch ships approximately in position, this ship being somewhat astern.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Boston" repeated signal 3340.

Steam 100 pounds, vacuum 26.9 inches, revolutions 90.9.


8am to meridian:

Clear, with gentle breeze from North by West and NNW.

Moderate sea ahead.

Following flagship, making good per standard [compass] first three hours NNW½W, last hour North by West.

At 9.00am made Currituck lighthouse one point forward of port beam, passed it at 9.30am.

At 10.50am made two towers on Cape Henry ¼ point on port bow.

A number of sails in sight during watch.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, 1st Division drilled at great guns, 2nd Division at small arms, 3rd [Division] at instruction at main battery, Powder [Division] at setting up, and [Marine] Guard at manual.

At end of watch vessels in position in column at distance.

Steam pressure averaged 96 pounds, revolutions 94.9.

At 10.00am made [signal] numeral 0, at noon numeral 104.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Light breezes from NNW to North by West.

Barometer steady.

Moderate sea until entering Chesapeake Bay, when smooth.

Squadron in column at distance, steering Course North by West until 12.25pm, when began steering various courses rounding Cape Henry.

At 12.42pm laid course WNW½W for Hampton Roads.

Passed the U.S. Training Ship U.S.S. "Portsmouth" lying at anchor in Lynnhaven Bay, which vessel exchanged numbers with U.S.S. "Chicago" and fired salute, hoisting jib, a salute of seven (7) guns was returned by U.S.S. "Chicago".

At 1.52pm abreast of Thimble light, hauled in patent log reading 73.9.

At 1.58pm called all hands bring ship to anchor, and at 2.37pm let go port anchor in 10½ fathoms water, soft sandy bottom, and veered to 60 fathoms chain.

Ebb tide.

Draught forward 12 feet 1 inch, aft 15 feet 6 inches.

Banked fired allowing fires under boiler A to die out.

The following signals were made by flagship, namely: 1.50pm tactical preparatory 234; at 2.10pm tactical 234; 2.43pm general signal 2121; 2.55pm general signal 1834, followed at 2.55pm by numeral 30 and designating flag with U.S.S. "Atlanta's" distinguishing pennant.

At 2.58pm made [signal] interrogatory 1736, answered at 3.00pm by U.S.S. "Chicago" in affirmative.

Steam pressure for two hours average 100 pounds, average revolutions 90.5, vacuum 26.5.

On anchoring broke guard flag at fore truck.

Bearings at anchorage: Soldier's Home North by W⅞W, Old Point [Comfort] lighthouse NE⅛E (magnetic).


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, with light breeze and light airs from West by North and SSW.

Ebb tide.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and bright starlight.

Light to gentle breezes from SSW to SW.

Barometer unsteady.

Began swinging to the flood at 8.30pm, finished at 11.00pm.


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30 April 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 37.010, Long -76.296


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from WSW.

Moon rose at 12.45am.

Commenced swinging to ebb tide at 3.00am, and finished at 3.30am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light WSW breeze.

At 7.00am flagship made [signal] 3340.

At 8.00am hauled down guard flag.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant, hazy weather.

Light breezes from the WSW.

Barometer steady.

By order of the Commanding Officer released from C. Gulbrunsen, Seaman, his term of confinement having expired.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters after which cleared ship for action and went to general quarters.

Times as follows, clear ship for action, ready: forward 7 minutes 25 seconds; midships 5 minutes 15 seconds; aft 7 minutes.

General quarter cast loose and provide: 1st Division 1 minute 32 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 30 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 31 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 25 seconds; Powder [Division] 3 minutes 50 seconds; Marines 1 minute; Engineer's [Division] 3 minutes 45 seconds.

Time of exercise 40 minutes.

At 10.00am U.S.S. "Atlanta" hoisted jack and fired a gun, a General Court Martial, of which Captain Phillips [probably misspelled Captain John Woodward Philip], U.S. Navy, is President, having met on board.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 50 pounds common-sense packing.

Made routine signals as follows, namely: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 0; and at noon numeral 96.

Engaged in finishing up ship cleaning.

Riding to ebb tide, swinging to flood at end of watch.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light breezes from WSW.

At 1.00pm sighted U.S.S. "Jamestown" beating into anchorage.

At 2.15pm she made cornet 71, and at 2.20pm U.S.S. "Chicago" made cornet 24.

At 2.35pm U.S.S. "Jamestown" made [signal] interrogatory 1211, U.S.S. "Chicago" answered 904.

At 1.25pm flagship made [signal] preparatory 11, and at 2.00pm made signal of execution and drilled at tactical exercise under oars, each ship independently.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant, hazy.

Light breeze from the WSW to SW.

Barometer falling slowly.

At 4.04pm the U.S. Training Ship U.S.S. "Jamestown" dropped anchor in the [Hampton] Roads.

At 4.22pm sighted U.S.S. "Portsmouth" standing in to the [Hampton] Roads.

At 5.36pm U.S.S. "Portsmouth" came to anchor to Southward and Eastward of the Thimble light.

At about 5.35pm U.S.S. "Atlanta" hauled down the jack from the yard arm.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight.

Light breezes from SSW.

Exercised search lights in obedience to signal from flagship.



LOGS FOR MAY 1891


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1 May 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 37.010, Long -76.296


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from WSW.

Barometer rising.

Moon rose at 1.30am.

Ship commenced swinging to the ebb at 3.30am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, hazy around the horizon.

Light breezes from SW to West by South.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3340.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 105 pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 84 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant, hazy.

Light airs from West by North and West by South, calm last hour.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised divisions as follows: 1st Division infantry; 2nd Division pistol drill; 3rd Division instruction great guns; Powder Division instruction and drill at secondary battery.

At 10.00am General Court Martial [G.M.C. in log-book], of which Captain Philips [probably misspelled Captain John Woodward Philip] is senior member, met on board U.S.S. "Atlanta", and at 10.37am adjourned.

At 11.05am U.S.S. "Atlanta" got under way and stood up toward Navy Yard.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: J. McAllister, First-class Fireman, disregard of orders, 5 days' double irons; P.J. Kiley, Landsman, using obscene and filthy language and menacing petty officer with broom, 5 days' bread and water.

Made routine signals to flagship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from West by South.

Barometer falling.

At 2.19pm flagship made signal preparatory 11, and at 2.39pm signal 11.

Answered, and sent all boats away for exercise under oars.

At 2.45pm U.S.S. "Portsmouth" anchored near U.S.S. "Jamestown".

At 3.30pm flagship made general signal 2438.

Answered, and recalled all boats.

At 3.46pm flagship made general signal 2984.

Answered, and piped down scrubbed and washed clothes.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Jamestown" paid an official visit on board.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, hazy.

Light airs from SSE to ESE.

Commander F.E. Chadwick left the ship in obedience to orders and proceeded to New York.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy, but pleasant.

Wind unsteady in force and direction, generally from Northward and Eastward.

Barometer rising first half.

Ship commenced swinging to the flood at 8.15pm, and finished at 10.45pm.


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2 May 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, and at Yorktown, Virginia

Lat 37.010, Long -76.296


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather.

Airs from ESE to NE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, gloomy weather.

Light breezes from NE first part, increasing to moderate breeze and coming in occasional fresh squalls from ENE.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3340.


8am to meridian:

First part cloudy, with drizzling rain, afterwards clear and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze from ESE to East.

Barometer rising.

U.S.S. "Vesuvius" [U.S.S. "Vesuvious" in log-book] passed at 9.00am, bound to Norfolk [Nolfolk in log-book].

Received in Paymaster's Department: 105 pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 84 pounds fresh bread.

At 9.00am made signal numeral 0, at 10.00am numeral 1, at 12.00pm numeral 87 to flagship.

At 11.10am flagship made signal 1087 to this vessel.

Answered, and sent a boat.

At 11.21am flagship made general signal 3318, answered.

At 9.50am commenced swinging to the flood, and finished at 11.30am.

By order of Commanding Officer B.L. Jordan, Landsman, was assigned four hours' extra duty, for being slow in manning boat.

At 9.40am exercised at fire quarters.

Divisions ready as follows: 1st Division 56 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 5 seconds; 3rd Division 30 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute; Powder [Division] 1 minute 15 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 51 seconds; water in 1 minute.

Total time of exercise 5 minutes 50 seconds.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, cool.

Moderate breeze from East.

At 1.50pm called all hands up anchor.

Lieutenants B.H. Buckingham and S.A. Staunton came on board as passengers.

At 2.05pm got under way and stood down for the Tail of the Horseshoe under conn of the Navigator.

At 3.06pm set course North by W½W (per compass) and stood up for York Spit lighthouse.

At 1.40pm made signal preparatory 4890 to flagship, which was answered in the affirmative.

Ship's draft 12 feet 1 inch forward, 15 feet 5 inches aft.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 85.3, vacuum 26 inches.

Got up and overhauled port bower chain and restowed it.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from ESE.

Barometer steady.

Standing up York river, changing course frequently.

At 5.30pm anchored off the village of Yorktown in 13 fathoms water with port anchor and veered to 45 fathoms chain, muddy bottom.

Banked fires.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, cool.

Light breeze from ESE.

Veered to 60 fathoms on port chain.

Tide running ebb.


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3 May 1891

At anchor Yorktown, Virginia, and at Hampton Roads, Virginia.

Lat 37.24, Long -76.50


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudless sky first hour, becoming cloudy third hour, overcast and foggy last hour, damp.

Light airs to light breezes from SE by East and SSE.

Finished swinging to flood at 12.40am, when found 12½ fathoms of water under stern.


4am to 8am:

First hour foggy, afterwards clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SSW, shifting to West last hour.

Barometer rising between 7.00am and 8.00am.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather, warm.

Light wind from WSW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, and the Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew.

Had general quarter and read Articles for the Better Government of the Navy.

At 11.47am called all hands up anchor.

Hove up port anchor.

Draught forward 12 feet 1 inch, aft 15 feet 3 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair first hour, cloudy to overcast last three hours, mist on horizon.

Last hour heavy passing showers with moderate rain squalls.

Light airs to fresh breeze from SSE to SW.

At 12.06pm stood down York river, Navigator at the conn, and at 3.30pm came to in Hampton Roads in 14 fathoms, and veered to 55 fathoms port chain.

Magnetic bearings: Old Point [Comfort] lighthouse NE½N, Soldier's Home NNW¾W.

Exchanged distinguished pennants with flagship and made [signal] interrogatory 1211, flagship answered yes, also interrogatory 2121, flagship answered yes.

Flagship U.S.S. "Chicago", U.S.S. "Boston", U.S.S. "Portsmouth" and U.S.S. "Jamestown" at anchor in [Hampton] Roads.

Draught forward 12 feet 1 inches, aft 15 feet 3 inches.

The staff of the Commander-in-Chief left the ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Moderate breeze from NNE to NE.

Slack water high at 6.30pm.

Swinging to ebb at 7.40pm.


8pm to midnight:

Fair, with light airs to gentle breeze from North by East to NW.

At 10.30pm velocity of tidal current 1.2 knots.


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4 May 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.993, Long -76.316


Midnight to 4am:

Fair.

Light breezes from NNW to NNE.

Moon rose at 3.30am.

Began swinging to the flood at 12.55am, finished at 1.53am.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from ENE.

Slack water high at 7.20am.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 105 pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 84 pounds fresh bread.


4am to 8am:

Clear, with light airs and breeze from ENE.

Ebb tide velocity at 10.10am 2.2 knots.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, drilled divisions: 1st [Division] main battery; 2nd [Division] ditto; 3rd [Division] infantry; Powder [Division] setting up; [Marine] Guard manual.

By order of Commanding Officer placed V.C. Barrett, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, under sentry's charge for safe keeping, being under influence of liquor.

Drilled for half an hour a detail from Engineer's force in manual of arms.

At 9.25am flagship made general [signal] 5455, loosed sail.

At 10.35am flagship made general [signal] 4826, furled sail.

Made routine signals: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 2; at noon numeral 67.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Light breezes from between ESE and East by South.

Barometer falling.

Water boat "Mary and Josept" [Likely a misspelled "Joseph and Mary", see 12 May 1891] of Norfolk, Virginia, came alongside.

Received in Equipment Department for use in the boilers five thousand one hundred (5100) gallons fresh water.

At 3.30pm flagship made general signal 2984.

At 1.15pm began swinging to the flood tide, completed swinging at 2.15pm.

At 3.40pm flagship made U.S.S. "Yorktown" distinguishing pennant 3093.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SE to South.

By order of Commanding Officer released V.C. Barrett, Seaman Apprentice Second-class.

By same authority released P.J. Kiley, Landsman.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and bright starlight.

Light to gentle breezes from South and South by West.

Finished taking in fresh water for boilers, receiving altogether seventy nine hundred gallons (7900).

Barometer falling.


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5 May 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.993, Long -76.316


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool, cloudy overhead last hour.

Light to moderate breezes from SSE, hauling to NW last hour.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and squally.

Gentle to stiff breeze in moderate squalls from North by East and NNE.

At 7.00am flagship made [signal] 3357.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 105 pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 84 pounds of bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and squally.

Gentle to stiff breezes from the NE.

Barometer unsteady.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters, after which drilled divisions one period as follows, namely: 1st Division setting up exercise; 2nd Division revolvers; 3rd Division great guns; Powder Division revolvers; Marine Guard manual of arms.

Drilled Engineer's force off duty at manual of arms.

Punishments were awarded at the mast by the Commanding Officer as follows: J. Healy, Water Tender, disrespect to Officer of Deck, 2 days' bread and water; G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, making improper remark to Corporal of Guard, 1 day's bread and water; F. Johnson, Ordinary Seaman, direct disobedience of orders, 1 day's bread and water; J. Mather, First-class Fireman, deceiving Corporal of Guard, 1 day's double irons; A. Nickerson, Captain of Tops, inefficient at work, deprivation of liberty 7 days.

The coast survey steamer U.S.C. & G.S.S. "Endeavor" came in and anchored off the Hygeia.

Made routine signals as follows: at 9.00am numeral 1; at 10.00am numeral 2; [at] noon numeral 63.

T. Smith, Seaman, was reported absent at quarters without leave.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and damp, slight rain last hour.

Light to gentle breezes from North to NE.

At 2.00pm, following movements of flagship, shook reefs out of hammocks, and at 3.30pm piped down scrubbed hammocks in obedience to general [signal] 3918 from flagship.

Sent liberty party ashore.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy first part, clearing latter part.

Light to moderate breezes in squalls backing from ENE at beginning to North.

Barometer 30.02 to 30.05.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Gentle to moderate breezes in squalls from North by East to NW by North.


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6 May 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.993, Long -76.316


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cold.

Light to moderate breeze from NNE and North.

Barometer about steady.

Ship commenced swinging to the flood at about 2.00am, and finished at 3.00am.


4am to 8am:

Partially cloudy.

Light breeze from North by East to North by West.

Barometer rising.

At 5.00am flagship made uniform signal 3051.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 105 pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 84 pounds fresh bread.

Flood tide.


8am to meridian:

Partially cloudy.

Light to gentle breezes from North by West.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions as follows: 1st Division great guns; 2nd Division great guns; 3rd Division great guns; Powder Division infantry; Marine Guard infantry; also a squad from Engineer's Division at infantry.

At 8.50am U.S.S. "Chicago" got under way and stood up toward Norfolk Navy Yard, hauling down Rear Admiral's flag as she headed up Elizabeth River.

At 9.45am U.S.S. "Boston" got under way and stood up toward Norfolk Navy Yard.

At 9.40am U.S.S. "Newark" was sighted standing in from Southward.

At 9.53am exchanged numbers with U.S.S. "Newark", as also did U.S.S. "Boston", U.S.S. "Jamestown" and U.S.S. "Portsmouth".

At 10.10am U.S.S. "Newark" made [signal] interrogatory 1211, and shortly after hauled it down.

Made routine signals at 9.00am numeral 2, and at 10.00am numeral 1, to U.S.S. "Boston".

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: H.C. King, Landsman, absenting himself from drill, 2 weeks' restriction; W. Piercy, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, showing indifference and lack of interest while being examined in signals, 6 hours' extra duty.

By order of same authority released W. McAllister, Second-class Fireman, J. Mather, First-class Fireman, and G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, their terms of confinement having expired, and placed F. Johnson, Ordinary Seaman, on bread and water for 24 hours, for disobedience of orders.

At 10.30am U.S.S. "Newark" came to anchor to Eastward of this vessel, but did not hoist her jack.

Commanding Officer of this vessel paid an official visit to U.S.S. "Newark".

The following men were reported absent without leave: J. McCann, Machinist, and T. Smith, Seaman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cold.

Gentle to stiff breeze from NW by North.

Barometer rising.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Portsmouth" visited the ship.

At 2.45pm ship commenced swinging to the flood.

T. Smith, Seaman, was brought on board by a police man, and a fine of $4.40 paid for him.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Gentle breeze from NW by North.

Barometer rising.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Gentle breeze from NW by North.

Barometer steady.

Ship commenced swinging to the ebb at 9.40pm, and finished at 11.20pm.


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7 May 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.993, Long -76.316


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather.

Moderate breeze from NW by North.

Slack water low at 2.30am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cool.

Light breezes from NW by North.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 105 pounds fresh beef; 105 pounds fresh vegetables; and 84 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Partially cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle breeze from North by West and North, becoming light last hour.

Barometer steady.

By order of Commanding Officer F. Johnson, Ordinary Seaman, and J. Healy, Water Tender, were released from confinement, their terms having expired, and W. Cuff, Landsman, was placed in double irons for one day, for smoking out of hours, and V.C. Barrett, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, was placed on bread and water for two days, for muttering and using profane language when ordered to answer muster; by the same authority the following punishments were awarded: T. Desmond, Landsman, E. Hannis, Ordinary Seaman, slow manning boat falls, 4 hours' extra duty each; G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, no watch mark, 4 hours' extra duty; W. Cuff, Landsman, loafing under forecastle after brightwork had been sounded, 10 hours' extra duty; F.F. Murray, Captain of Forecastle, careless and inefficient performances of duty, 7 days' restriction.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

The following named men were absent without leave, namely: J. McCann, Machinist, W.J. Sloan, Second-class Fireman, M. Tierney, Second-class Fireman, and M. Foley, First-class Fireman.

Cleared chip for action and exercised at general quarters.

Clear ship ready: forward 16 minutes 30 seconds; mainmast 8 minutes 0 seconds; aft 13 minutes 0 seconds.

Cast loose and provide: 1st Division 1 minute 17 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 2 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 50 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes 40 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 3 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minutes 0 seconds.

Total time of exercise 37 minutes 45 seconds.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Newark" called on board.

At about 11.45am U.S.S. "Constellation" passed on her way up the bay.

Let fires die out in C boiler.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, cool.

Light wind from East by North.

Exercised boats under sails and oars.

U.S.S. "Newark" got under way at 2.30pm and stood down the bay.

Sent liberty party on shore.

Slack water, at 3.05pm high.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs to gentle breezes from East, shifting to SE by South last hour.

Barometer steady.

At 4.30pm finished swinging to the flood.

At 8.00pm stopped distilling.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, cool.

Moderate breeze from SE by South.

Slack water, high at 10.00pm, swung to ebb at 11.10pm.


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8 May 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.993, Long -76.316


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, with bright starlight.

Light to gentle breezes from SSW and South by West.

At 2.00am velocity of ebb tide 3.4 knots.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine.

Light to gentle breeze from South by West.

Barometer rising.

Commenced swinging to the flood at 4.15am, and finished at [5.]10am.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 99¾ pounds fresh meat and vegetables each; and 79 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Light breezes.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions: 1st Division pistols; 2nd Division secondary battery; 3rd Division instruction; Powder [Division] infantry; Marines infantry.

Received on board from water boat 2900 gallons for Engineer's Department and 600 gallons for drinking purposes.

Drilled a portion of Engineer's Division with small arms.

The following men absent from the ship without leave: J. McCann, Machinist, W.J. Sloan, Second-class Fireman, M. Tierney, Second-class Fireman, M. Foley, First-class Fireman, J. Rogers, Landsman, P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, M. Teahan, Coal Heaver, and F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: J. Murphy, First-class Fireman, 4 hours' extra duty, for coming on deck with dirty shoes, and R. Scholz, Ordinary Seaman, 6 hours' extra duty, for slow manning boat.

W.J. Sloan, Second-class Fireman, was brought on board by the ship's police 25 hours over time, having been turned over by the authorities at the guard house.

M. Tierney, Second-class Fireman, and M. Foley, First-class Fireman, were brought on board by the police 26½ hours over time, and a reward of five dollars and seventy five cents each was paid for their apprehension and delivery on board.

Boards of Survey in Equipment and Navigation Departments came on board.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudless sky.

Light SW airs.

Falling barometer, 30.29 to 30.23 inches.

Board of Survey left the ship.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

Ebb tide, velocity at 2.00pm 1.6 knots.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light SW wind.

Slack water, low at 4.35pm, swung to flood at 5.25pm.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, with starlight.

Light to gentle SW breezes.

Flood tide, velocity at 8.05pm 2.4 knots.

At 10.50pm commenced swinging to flood tide, finishing in 40 minutes.


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9 May 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.993, Long -76.316


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and bright starlight.

Light to gentle breezes from SSW to WSW.

Barometer falling.

Riding to the ebb tide.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light wind from SW by West to West by South.

Slack water, low at 6.20am, swung to flood at 7.10am.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 100 pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 80 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from West by South, falling to light airs and backing to SW.

The Executive Officer made the inspection of the hull, et cetera, required by United States Naval Regulation Circular number 77.

Absent without leave: J. McCann, Machinist, P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, M. Teahan, Coal Heaver, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, J. Rogers, Landsman, and L. Traumer, Oiler.

By order of the Commanding Officer awarded the following punishments: H.S. McEvoy, Landsman, absent from table service, lounging and drinking beer at galley, 6 hours' extra duty; L.S.W. Butler, Landsman, presenting himself for table service without shirt, dirty and torn clothes, 6 hours' extra duty; W.H. Knoblesdorf, Quartermaster, meal pennant flying five minutes after turn to, 5 days' restriction; J.G. Ford, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, A.E. Lowe, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, P. Friedling, Seaman Apprentice First-class, P.J. Winestock, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, C.J. Hyde, Apprentice Second-class, not answering call for side-boys, 4 hours' extra duty each; C. Ambler, Bugler, not turning out promptly, 4 hours' extra duty; J.E. Frates, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, not scrubbing locker bag, 4 hours' extra duty.

By the same authority released [from confinement] V.C. Barrett, Seaman Apprentice Second-class.

Slack water, high at 10.30am, tidal current at 8.30am 2.4 knots.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, warm, hazy.

Light airs from SE to ESE.

Barometer falling latter part.

Sent liberty on shore.

L. Traumer, Oiler, returned on board 6½ hours over time.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from ESE and SE, to light breeze from SE last hour.

Slack water low at 5.05pm, swung to flood in 65 minutes.

Tidal current at 7.45pm 1.8 knots.


8pm to midnight:

Weather hazy first part, clear latter part, bright starlight.

Light to gentle breezes from SE to SW by South at end of watch.

Barometer steady 30.08.

P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, M. Teahan, Coal Heaver, and F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, returned on board ship 39 hours over time.

At 10.40pm began swinging to ebb, finished at 12.00am.


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10 May 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.993, Long -76.316


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SW to SW by West.

Bright starlight.


4am to 8am:

Fine.

Light breeze and airs from SW by West and South.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 100 pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 80 pounds of fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Fair, warm and hazy.

Light breezes from West by South to SSW, shifting to very light airs from SSE last hour.

Barometer falling.

At 9.30am called all divisions to quarters for inspection, after which Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.

The following named men were absent at quarters without leave, namely: J. McCann, Machinist, J. Rogers, Landsman, R.F. Pickett, First-class Fireman, F. Rushman, Oiler, J. Reynolds, Oiler, and T. Eddy, Coal Heaver.

Sent liberty party on shore.

R.F. Pickett, First-class Fireman, and J. Reynolds, Oiler, returned on board four (4) hours over time.

At end of watch swinging to ebb.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, hazy.

Light airs to light breezes from East by North to ESE.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, hazy weather.

Light breezes to light airs from ESE to South at end of watch.

Barometer steady.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Light breezes from the South.

Moon set at 9.55pm.


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11 May 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.993, Long -76.316


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight.

Light breeze from South by West.

Barometer falling.

Ship commenced swinging to the ebb at 12.45am, finished at 1.20am.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, light haze.

Light airs from South by West to SW by West.

Barometer varying slightly.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 101¼ pounds of fresh beef; 101½ pounds fresh vegetables; and 81 pounds fresh bread.

Swinging to flood at end of watch.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from SE to ENE.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised divisions as follows: 1st and 3rd Division instruction greats guns; 2nd Division infantry; Powder Division instruction aiming.

Crew engaged in rattling down rigging.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: L.S.W. Butler, Landsman, wardroom not cleaned, 4 hours' extra duty; same wardroom not ready for Sunday inspection, 4 hours' extra duty; G.J. Winestock, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, making unnecessary noise on poop, 2 hours' extra duty.

The following men absent without leave: J. McCann, Machinist, Thomas Eddy, Coal Heaver, F. Rushman, Oiler, and J. Rogers, Landsman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Weather clear and warm.

Light airs from East by South, shifting to ESE last hour.

Barometer rising.

Ship commenced swinging to the ebb at 12.35pm, finished at 1.55pm.

Engaged in rattling down lower rigging.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, hazy.

Light breezes from SE by South.

Engaged in rattling down the rigging.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy and damp.

Gentle breeze from SE by South, shifting to North by East.

Lightning last half.

Barometer rising.


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12 May 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.993, Long -76.316


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from North by East.

Slack water high at 1.45am.

Swung to ebb at 2.30am.


4am to 8am:

Clear first hour, then cloudy with light rain.

Light breezes from North by West, increasing to gentle breeze and hauling to North.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 101¼ pounds fresh beef; 101½ pounds fresh vegetables; and 81 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle breeze from North and NNE.

Barometer slightly unsteady.

At 8.45am finished swinging to the flood.

J. Rogers, Landsman, absent without leave, returned on board 96 hours over time.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

The following named men were absent without leave, namely: J. McCann, Machinist, F. Rushman, Oiler, T. Eddy, Coal Heaver, and H. Miller, Coal Heaver.

Instructed 1st Division in sighting with small arms, 3rd [Division] with great guns, and drilled 2nd [Division], Powder [Division] and Marines at small arms.

At 10.30am instructed a squad of Firemen in sighting.

Received 2200 gallons of water from water boat "Joseph and Mary".

Finished tarring down.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Light breeze from ENE to NE by North.

Instructed 2nd Division in sighting small arm.

Sent liberty party on shore.

Slack water high at 2.40pm, swung to ebb at 4.00pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle to stiff breeze from ENE.

Barometer falling slowly.

Ship commenced swinging to the flood at 6.15pm, and finished at 7.30pm.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy weather, moon showing through the clouds at intervals.

Moderate wind from ENE.

Upper clouds setting East, lower strata WSW.

Riding to flood.


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13 May 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads and at Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, occasional lightning to Eastward first half.

Gentle to moderate breeze from ENE and NNE.

Slack water high at 2.35am, swung to ebb in 1 hour 15 minutes.

At end of watch light rain set in.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy weather, with drizzling rain.

Gentle breeze from NNE and ENE.

Barometer rising.

Riding to the ebb all watch.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, with occasional light drizzling of rain, clearing latter part of watch.

Wind light from ENE to NE.

The following men absent over time: J. McCann, Machinist, F. Rushman, Oiler, T. Eddy, Coal Heaver, H. Miller, Coal Heaver, J.R. Chrismond, Private Marine, G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, J. Kenefick, Boatswain's Mate, M. Sumner, Cabin Cook, A. Kirker, Landsman, and J. Murphy, First-class Fireman.

Ship's draft forward 12 feet 0 inches, aft 14 feet 10 inches.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 105 pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 84 pounds fresh bread.

At 8.35am called all hands up anchor, and at 8.55am went ahead for Norfolk Navy Yard under conn of the Navigator.

At 9.47am stopped abreast the Quarantine Station of the state of Virginia for the port of Norfolk and waited until 10.15am for the arrival of the Health Officer from Norfolk.

Arrived at the yard at 11.10am and tied up head and stern to buoys off coal dock.

The Commanding Officer paid an official visit to the Commandant.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with light NE breeze.

Slack water high about 1.35pm.

Made preparations for coaling.

Received in Equipment Department: 20 coal baskets; 2 electric side lights; 2 electric signal lights; 6 electric lamp sockets.

Ebb tidal current at 3.45pm 1.2 knots.

M. Sumner, Cabin Cook, and J. Montgomery, Quartermaster, returned on board 4 and 5 hours over time respectively.

Received from Marine Barracks, with transfer accounts, C.W. Tatler, Private Marine.

By order of the Commanding Officer a reward of $10 was offered for each of the following named men upon their apprehension and delivery on board this vessel: J. McCann, Machinist, F. Rushman, Oiler, Thomas Eddy, Coal Heaver, and H. Miller, Coal Heaver.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with drizzling rain last hour.

Light NE breeze.

T. Eddy, Coal Heaver, returned on board 81 hours over time.

Slack water low at 5.55pm, turned flood at 6.15pm.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy to overcast.

Wind varying from gentle breeze to light airs from ENE to ESE.

Light rain at end of watch.

F. Rushman, Oiler, returned on board 84 hours over time.

Flood tide, weak, hardly 0.5 knots during watch.


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14 May 1891

Moored to buoy off Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, raining at intervals throughout watch.

Barometer fell 0.09 inch first hour, steady remainder of watch.

Light to gentle ENE breeze.

Ebb tide after 2.30am.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, with drizzling rain.

Light NE wind.

Slack water low at 7.45am.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, with intermittent at times heavy rain.

Light to moderate NE breeze.

By order of Commanding Officer offered a reward of $20 for the apprehension and delivery on board of Joseph Seward, Ordinary Seaman, who was found to have left the ship during the night without permission.

Turned into store at Navy Yard following articles in Equipment [Department]: one octant; one night octant, one 14-second log glass; one air thermometer; one bugle; and one log-line.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absent without leave: J. McCann, Machinist, J. Murphy, First-class Fireman, J.R. Chrismond, Private Marine, A. Kirker, Landsman, J. Kenefick, Boatswain's Mate, G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, and J. Seward, Ordinary Seaman.

Flood tide.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with occasional light drizzle.

Light to gentle breezes from the NE.

Barometer steady.

Coal lighter came alongside.

Commenced coaling at about 1.45pm.

Tide turned ebb at about 2.35pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and overcast, thunder first hour.

Light NE breeze.

J. Kenefick, Boatswain's Mate, returned on board 32 hours over time.

At 9.30pm tide turned flood.

Continued coaling.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy, damp, raining at end of watch.

Light to gentle breeze from NE.

Barometer falling.

At 9.00pm finished coaling ship, having received on board altogether 101 tons 259 pounds coal.

A. Kirker, Landsman, and J. Murphy, First-class Fireman, returned on board 38½ hours over time.

Flood tide.


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15 May 1891

Moored to buoy Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with rain first two hours, occasional passing showers last two hours.

Light breezes from ENE.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, with heavy intermittent rain first three hours.

Light breeze to light airs from NE.

Barometer steady at 29.80 inches.

Making preparations for getting under way.

Took in from water boat 1300 gallons fresh water.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy until towards end of watch, when clearing slightly.

Light breezes from the NE.

Barometer rising.

Engaged in cleaning ship.

At 10.40am banked fires.

Received in Equipment Department (exempted classes): 1 log glass, 13 seconds; 1 shade, steam launch, red and 2 green; 1 lens signal lantern, red.

The following named men absent without leave: J.R. Chrismond, Private Marine, J. McCann, Machinist, G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, J. Seward, Ordinary Seaman, and H. Miller, Coal Heaver.

Hoisted out steam cutter.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and damp.

Light breezes from ENE.

Transferred J. Miller, Private Marine, with bag and hammock, from this vessel to Marine Barracks, Norfolk Navy Yard, in obedience to order from the Colonel Commandant.

A Board of Survey in Ordnance Department, of which Lieutenant Irwin was senior member, met on board this vessel.

Barometer falling.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, light sprinkle at intervals latter part.

Light breezes from ENE to NNE.

Barometer steady.

Hoisted in steam cutter.

Ebb tide.


8pm to midnight:

Partially clear, with occasional moonlight.

Light breezes from NNE.

At 11.00pm Rear Admiral J.G. Walker and staff came on board for the purpose of making a trip to Yorktown, Virginia.

Flood tide.


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16 May 1891

Moored to buoy Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia, and at wharf

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, damp weather.

Light breeze from NNE.

Barometer falling.

At 3.30am spread fires.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and damp, raining last three hours.

Gentle breezes from North to NNW.

Barometer rising.

At 4.14am turned engines over and they were reported ready.

At 6.00am banked fires.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and damp.

Light to gentle breezes from NNW and North by West.

At 11.00am called all hands unmoor ship, and hauled alongside dock.

At end of watch securing ship alongside dock.

The following men absent without leave: W.C. Bennett, Machinist, H. Miller, Coal Heaver, G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, J. Chrismond, Private Marine, and J. Seward, Ordinary Seaman.

By order of the Commanding Officer J.J. McCann, Machinist, was this day declared a deserter, having been absent 10 days without leave.

At 10.35am spread fires, and at 11.50am allowed fires to die out in boilers A, C and D.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breeze from WNW.

Barometer steady.

Rear Admiral Walker, U.S. Navy, and staff left the ship.

Finished securing the ship alongside the coal dock.

The Commanding Officer paid an official visit to the Commandant.


4pm to 8pm:

Partially clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from NW to WNW.

Barometer rising.


8pm to midnight:

Cool and pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breeze from NNW.

Barometer rising.


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17 May 1891

Moored to dock Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather.

Moderate wind from NNW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cool.

Light to gentle breezes from NNW.

At 5.20am U.S.S. "Ossipee" was towed out by a tug of the Chapman Wrecking Company of New York.

By order of Commanding Officer J. Montgomery, Quartermaster, was placed under sentry's charge, for being under influence of liquor.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Light breeze from North by East.

Barometer rising.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

The following named men were absent without leave, namely: J. Seward, Ordinary Seaman, G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, J. Chrismond, Private Marine, W.C. Bennett, Machinist, and H. Miller, Coal Heaver.

The Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew at quarters.

Called all hands to muster and read Squadron General Court Martial Order number 9.

By order of Commanding Officer L. Butler, Landsman, was placed under the sentry's charge to await his decision.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cool and clear.

Light breeze from NW.

Barometer steady.

U.S.S. "Vesuvius" left the yard at about 2.00 o'clock.

By order of the Commanding Officer released L. Butler, Landsman, from sentry's charge.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Light breeze from NW.

Barometer steady.

U.S.S. "Fern" came alongside the dock, ahead of this vessel.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Airs from SE to South by West.

Moonlight.


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18 May 1891

Moored to dock Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, bright starlight.

Moon set about 2.20am.

Light breezes from SSE and South by East.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cool weather.

Light airs from South by East and SSW.

Barometer rising.

Aired bedding.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Light breeze from South by West.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, the following named men absent over time: W.C. Bennett, Machinist, H. Miller, Coal Heaver, J. Seward, Ordinary Seaman, G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, J. Chrismond, Private Marine, J. Johnson, Coxswain, J. Mather, First-class Fireman, J.E. Golden, Coal Heaver, and J.H. Mead, Coal Heaver.

Had battalion drill ashore in the yards.

The Commanding Officer awarded the following punishments: F. Baker, Ship's Corporal, to be confined to the berth deck for five days, for using language tending to lessen authority and respect due to the Corporal of the Guard in the execution of his duty; J.J. Leahy, Coal Heaver, and F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, five days' double irons, for disregard of orders transmitted by machinist of watch when ordered to come below; L.S.W. Butler, Landsman, five days' double irons, for disobedience of orders, making noise in wardroom pantry after being repeatedly told to stop; W.H. Knobelsdorf, Quartermaster, five days' restriction, for neglect of duty; H.S. McEvoy, Landsman, L.S.W. Butler, Landsman, and E. Moore, Landsman, 6 hours' extra duty, for paintwork, et cetera, not cleaned and wardroom not ready for inspection.

By order of Commanding Officer J. Montgomery, Quartermaster, was released from charge of sentry, and by the same authority F. Baker, Ship's Corporal, was confined to the berth deck for five days, and P.J. Leahy, Coal Heaver, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, and L.S.W. Butler, Landsman, were confined in double irons for five days.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Light breeze from South by West.

The Captain of Seiner Majestät Schiff "Nixe" [H.M.S. in log-book; Seiner Majestät Schiff translates from German to His Majesty's Ship] paid an official visit to the ship.

Received on board in Engineer's Department: 12 assorted files; 4 sand glasses, 60 seconds; 1¾-inch Pratt and Whitney die; and 500 grate bars.

Received on board in Construction Department: 50 pounds potash; 5 packages gold leaf; 5 glasses for dead lights; 1 claw hammer; 2 file cards; 1 dozen file handles; 1 gross brass machine screws; and 5 pounds glue.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

Engaged painting yellow above the rail.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light wind from SSW.


8pm to midnight:

Fair, with light airs to light breeze from South by West.

Ebb tide all the watch.

J. Mather, First-class Fireman, and J.J. Mead, Coal Heaver, returned on board 13 hours over time.

Bright moonlight.


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19 May 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from SSW.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

SSW airs.


8am to meridian:

Fair, with light breeze to light airs from SSW and South.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Absentees: H. Miller, Coal Heaver, W.C. Bennett, Machinist, J.R. Chrismond, Private Marine, C. Tatler, Private Marine, G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, V. Carlson, Machinist, J. Johnson, Coxswain, J. Seward, Ordinary Seaman, P.J. Kiley, Landsman, and J.E. Golden, Coal Heaver.

W.C. Bennett, Machinist, came on board later, 74 hours over time.

8 boilermakers, 4 helpers and 2 boys at work in Engineer's Department on boilers.

Divisions drilled as follows: 1st at infantry; 2nd and Powder as skirmishers; 3rd instruction at main battery.

Commanding Officer paid an official visit to German man-o-war Seiner Majestät Schiff "Nixe" at anchor near Lambert's Point.


Meridian to 4pm:

Mostly cloudy.

Light airs and breezes from SSE to SE.

Transferred to barracks: W.J. Murphy, Private Marine.

Scraped gaffs and port lower boom.

Men at work on boilers as follows: 13 men came on board at 1.00pm, one left at 1.15pm and did not return, two men left at 1.45pm and returned at 2.30pm, two left at 3.00pm and returned at 3.25pm.

The Captain of U.S.S. "Chicago" paid an official visit to the ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with light ESE breeze.

Flood tide after 4.50pm.

At 6.03pm went to fire quarters, times as follows: streams from hand pumps: 1st Division 1 minute 45 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 5 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 15 seconds; Navigator's Division 45 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 50 seconds; Engineer's Division 50 seconds; Marine Guard 50 seconds.

Total time of exercise 7 minutes.

O.A. Fogelstrom, Blacksmith, went on one week's leave from date.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, moon and few stars occasionally visible.

Light breezes from South by East to South by West.

Barometer rising.

V. Carlson, Machinist, returned on board 12¾ hours over time.


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20 May 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with faint moonlight at times.

Light airs and light breezes from South by West.

Moon set at 2.45am.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with light airs to light breeze from SSW and South by West.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 76 pounds fresh bread; and 95 pounds fresh beef and vegetables each.


8am to meridian:

Fair, warm and pleasant.

Light breezes from between SW by South and South.

Barometer varying slightly.

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, returned on board 168 hours over time.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters.

The following named men were reported about without leave, namely: H. Miller, Coal Heaver, J. Chrismond, Private Marine, J.E. Golden, Coal Heaver, C. Tatler, Private Marine, P.J. Kiley, Landsman, J. Johnson, Coxswain, F. Murray, Captain of Forecastle, and J. Seward, Ordinary Seaman.

The Commanding Officer awarded the following punishments, namely: E.W. Mugs, Private Marine, 2 hours' extra duty, for being slow and indifferent in obeying orders; J.T. Cleary, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, 2 days' bread and water, for turning into hammock while on anchor watch.

Received in Ordnance [Department]: 25 yards cotton canvas number 8.

Drilled divisions as follows: 1st and 3rd Divisions skirmish drill; 2nd Division instruction; Powder Division infantry.

Unshipped starboard lower boom.

Navy Yard workmen on board between 8.00am and 12.00pm as follows: 10 boilermakers, 5 helpers, 2 boys.

Received from the hydrant in Navy Yard 2000 gallons fresh water.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair to clear.

Light to gentle breezes from South by East and SSE.

Barometer steady.

Private John L. Krider, U.S. Marine Corps, was this day transferred from the Marine Barracks, Norfolk, Virginia, to the ship together with the appropriate transfer papers.

11 boilermakers, 8 helpers, 2 boys came on board at 1.00pm.

One boy left the ship at 2.25pm, and returned at 2.30pm.

One boilermaker left ship at 2.27pm, returned at 2.35pm.

One boy left ship at 2.43pm, returned at 2.55pm.

One man left at 3.25pm, returning 3.30pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.

Barometer varying slightly.

At 5.00pm 21 Navy Yard workmen left the ship.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light airs and light breezes from South by West, and SSE.

Ebb tide.


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21 May 1891

Moored alongside wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Wind light from South by East.

Barometer steady.

Moon set at 3.20am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm and light airs from between South by East and South by West.

By order of Commanding Officer F. Baker, Ship's Corporal, was restored to duty.


8am to meridian:

Clear and hot.

Light airs and light breezes from South by West.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, the following men absent without leave: C. Tatler, Private Marine, J. McKee, Private Marine, H. Miller, Coal Heaver, J.E. Golden, Coal Heaver, P.J. Kiley, Landsman, F. Murray, Captain of Forecastle, J. Johnson, Coxswain, and J. Seward, Ordinary Seaman.

C. Tatler, Private Marine, returned on board 52 hours over time.

J.R. Chrismond, Private Marine, returned on board 169 hours over time.

Sent two pieces of artillery to report to U.S.S. "Atlanta" for drill.

Instructed Powder Division in aiming and 3rd Division in great guns.

The following men from yard on board, namely: 12 boilermakers, 10 helpers, 2 boys.

They all left the ship at 12.00pm.

Breaking out cofferdams.

U.S.S. "Vesuvius" came up to the yard.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and hot.

Light breezes from South by West to SSE.

At 1.15pm called all hands unmoor ship, and hauled her ahead a cable's length to U.S.S. "Fern's" berth.

The latter vessel left the dock at 1.00pm.

12 boilermakers, 10 helpers and 2 boys came on board at 1.00pm, also two machinists working on forward pump, for flushing head.

The machinists left at 3.20pm having completed the repairs to pump.

One boilermaker left ship at 2.30pm, and returned at 3.20pm.

Red-leading cofferdams.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

The same men in Engineering Department as in previous watch.

They all left the ship at 4.55pm.

In accordance with United States Regulation Circular [number] 77 the iron work of the ship was inspected and found in good condition.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Wind light from South by West.

Barometer unsteady.


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22 May 1891

Moored alongside wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with light passing shower first part of watch.

Light wind from SSW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SSW to SW.

77 pounds bread, 93 pounds beef and 93 pounds vegetables received in Paymaster's Department.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light airs and breezes from West by South.

Barometer falling.

By order of the Commanding Officer J.T. Cleary, Seaman Apprentice First-class, was released from confinement, his term having expired.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

The following named men absent without leave, namely: J. McKee, Private Marine, F. Murray, Captain of Forecastle, P.J. Kiley, Landsman, J. Johnson, Coxswain, J.E. Golden, Coal Heaver, and J. Seward, Ordinary Seaman.

Exercised 1st and 2nd Divisions at skirmish drill, 3rd [Division] at care and preservation of guns, Powder [Division] at infantry, and sent Marines to barracks for battalion drill.

By order of Commanding Officer H. Miller, Coal Heaver, was declared a deserter from this vessel and the Naval Service, he having been absent 10 days without leave.

At 8.00am 12 boilermakers, 9 helpers and 2 boys from yard came on board to work on boilers, they left the ship at 12.00pm.

Two pattern makers came on board at 10.30am, and left at 11.20am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from West by South and SSW.

Barometer falling.

At 1.00pm 12 boilermakers, 9 helpers and 2 boys came on board to work on boilers.

Sent down, cleaned, and varnished fore and main topmasts, and fidded them.

Received in Equipment Department (exempted classes): one octant; one night octant; and one spyglass.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from SSW.

Barometer falling.

Lieutenant C.A. Bradbury, U.S. Navy, was granted leave for one week.

The yard workmen left the ship at about 4.50pm.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, warm.

Airs from SSW.

Lightning to the Westward

J. McKee, Private Marine, returned on board 36½ hours over time.


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23 May 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with light to gentle breezes hauling from East by North to South.

Sheet lightning to NE first and last hours.

Ebb tide.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant, clearing last hour of watch.

Light breeze from South and South by East.

Barometer nearly steady.

At 6.00am U.S.S. "Atlanta" left the yard.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 95 pounds fresh meat and vegetables, each; and 75 pounds fresh bread.

At 8.00am 12 boilermakers, 9 helpers and 2 boys from yard came on board to work on boilers.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather, warm.

Airs from South to South by East.

Absentees: J.E. Golden, Coal Heaver, J. Johnson, Coxswain, P.J. Kiley, Landsman, F.F. Murray, Captain of Forecastle, J. McAllister, First-class Fireman, and J. Seward, Ordinary Seaman.

By order of Commanding Officer P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, and L.S.W. Butler, Landsman, were released from confinement, the latter being again confined for five days in double irons, for insubordinate conduct, continued muttering and slow in obeying orders of caterer of mess to clean wardroom on May 17th.

There were employed on board 11 boilermakers, 9 helpers and two boys from 8am to noon.

A Board of Survey in Construction Department came on board.

J.E. Golden, Coal Heaver, returned on board five days and four hours over time, and J. McAllister, First-class Fireman, returned on board four hours over time.

Engaged painting ship inside.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light wind from East by South.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

Received on board 500 gallons fresh water, drawn from the yard hydrant.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy weather, threatening rain, distant thunder and lightning to the Westward.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with gentle breeze, falling to light airs from ENE.


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24 May 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast.

Light breezes to light airs from East.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp.

NE airs.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with calms and light airs from NE and North by East.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absent without leave: J. Johnson, Coxswain, P.J. Kiley, Landsman, and F.F. Murray, Captain of Forecastle.

J.H. Griffin, Coal Heaver, was given 5 days' bread and water by order of Commanding Officer, for smuggling liquor into Navy Yard, he having been found with same in possession and brought on board by non-commissioned officer belonging to Navy Yard guard.

Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew.

By order of Commanding Officer Joseph Seward, Ordinary Seaman, was this day declared a deserter, having been absent ten days without permission.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with light North by East and ENE breezes.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

Ebb tide.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with light ENE and East breezes.

Tide turned flood at 4.30pm.

By order of Commanding Officer released J.H. Griffin, Coal Heaver.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast.

Light breezes from the Eastward.

Barometer steady last three hours.

F. Murray, Captain of Forecastle, and J. Johnson, Coxswain, returned on board 108¾ and 156¾ hours over time respectively.


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25 May 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with thunder and lightning to SW.

Light airs and light breezes from East.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, rain accompanied by thunder first two hours, passing showers third hour.

Tide turned flood at 5.15am.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 78 pounds of fresh bread; and 95 pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy first part, with light rain first hour, clearing slightly last hour.

Light airs backing from SE to North.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: H.C. King, Landsman, turning into hammock after being turned out at all hands, 4 days' double irons; M. Foley, First-class Fireman, out of uniform on spar deck, 4 hours' extra duty; same [person], presenting himself to go with U.S.S. "Chicago's" visiting party in torn overshirt, 4 hours' extra duty; G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, no watch mark, 4 hours' extra duty; J. Mansen, Seaman, dirty clothes at Sunday inspection, 6 hours' extra duty; A.E. Lowe, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, bucket with water adrift after word had been passed to stow same away, 2 hours' extra duty; C. Gulbrunsen, Seaman, not answering when spoken to, 5 days' double irons.

In accordance therewith confined H.C. King, Landsman, and C. Gulbrunsen, Seaman, for the stated periods.

Passed Assistant Paymaster C.W. Littlefield, U.S. Navy, reported his return from leave.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters.

P.J. Kiley, Landsman, absent without leave.

Drilled divisions as follows: 1st and 2nd Divisions infantry; 3rd and Powder [Divisions] instruction; Marine Guard setting up exercise.

11 boilermakers, 9 helpers and 2 boys on board at work during forenoon since 7.00am, leaving at noon.

Sent down signal yard to be scraped and varnished.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially cloudy.

Light airs and breezes from North around to East.

Barometer falling.

Received in Equipment (exempted stores): 2 log lines; 2 log chips; 2 thermometers; and 1 bugle.

Sent liberty party on shore.

Hoisted out steam cutter and got her on the dock.

At 1.00pm 11 boilermakers, 9 helpers and 4 boys came on board.

Got starboard lower boom in place.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but fairly pleasant.

Light breezes from East to NE.

Barometer steady.

At 5.10pm 2 boilermakers came on board.

At 5.50pm thirteen laborers left, and at 6.00pm the remainder.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy, with rain last hour.

Light airs and light breezes from ENE to NW by West.


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26 May 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and wet weather, heavy rain with vivid lightning and heavy thunder first half.

Wind light from NW, shifting to SSE.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Partially cloudy.

Light breezes from South by East to South.

Barometer steady.

11 boilermakers, 8 helpers and 4 boys came on board at 7.00am, 1 helper at 7.20am.


8am to meridian:

Partially cloudy.

Light airs and light breezes from SW.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised as follows: 1st and 3rd Divisions infantry; 2nd Division artillery; Marine Guard setting up drill; Powder Division infantry.

Same workmen on board as in preceding watch with addition of one machinist and one boy, who came on board at 8.20am for work in engines.

At 10.45am went to fire quarters, time ready: 1st Division 5 minutes 30 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 25 seconds; 3rd Division 55 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute; Powder [Division] 1 minute 30 seconds; Engineer's Division 30 seconds; Marines 1 minute.

Total time of exercise 9 minutes 40 seconds.

The following men absent from ship without leave: P.J. Kiley, Landsman, M. McAuley, First-class Fireman, and W. Frazer, Second-class Fireman.

M. McAuley, First-class Fireman, subsequently returned on board 3½ hours over time.

P.L. Hisler, Corporal, was this day transferred to this ship from Marine Barracks, League Island Navy Yard.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially cloudy, with thunder shower last hour.

Light airs and light breezes from SSW to East.

Sent sailing launch and 1st cutter to boat house for repairs.

Same work men on board as in preceding watch.

By order of Commanding Officer released H.C. King, Landsman, and L.S.W. Butler, Landsman, from confinement.


4pm to 8pm:

Rainy weather.

Calms, light airs from East, hauling to South.

Same workmen as preceding watch.

All left at 6.00pm, except machinist and boy, who left at 5.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

First half cloudy, with heavy rain, passing showers third hour, clearing last hour.

Light airs from SSE.

Barometer unsteady.


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27 May 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with passing showers of rain.

Airs from NNE.


4am to 8am:

Rainy weather.

Gentle to moderate breezes in squalls from NNE.

At 7.50am the following workmen came on board: 11 boilermakers, 9 helpers and 4 boys for work on boilers.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 100 pounds meat and vegetables each; and 80 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and rainy weather.

Gentle to fresh breeze in squalls from NE.

Barometer rising first half.

Commander F.E. Chadwick, U.S. Navy, returned on board.

The following named absent without leave: V. Le Flock, Seaman, B. Dunn, Private Marine, C.J. Winestock, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, P.J. Kiley, Landsman, and W. Frazer, Second-class Fireman.

At 8.40am 3 caulkers, 2 machinists and one boy came on board.

All workmen left the ship at 12.00pm.

The iron work of the ship was inspected in accordance with Navy Department General Circular number 77, and the sluice valves found fine.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and rainy.

Gentle to stiff breeze from NE.

Barometer falling.

At 1.00pm 8 caulkers, 11 boilermakers, 9 helpers and 4 boys came on board, and at 1.20pm 3 machinists and 2 helpers came on board.

Caulkers at work on forecastle deck, boilermakers on boilers and machinists on capstan.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and squally.

Gentle to stiff breeze from NE.

Barometer steady.

At 5.00pm 8 caulkers, 3 machinists and 2 helpers left the ship.

The boilermakers, helpers and boys left at 7.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with light drizzling rain.

Wind blowing in fresh squalls from the NE.


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28 May 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and squally.

Gentle to very fresh breeze in stiff squalls from NE, last half of watch with moderate rain.

Slack water at 12.50am, ebb tide made at 1.20am.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with drizzling rain.

Fresh breeze in squalls from ENE first half, afterwards moderating.

Barometer steady.

At 6.00am 10 boilermakers, 9 helpers and 4 boys came on board, and at 8.00am 11 caulkers.


8am to meridian:

Overcast by rain, cold.

Moderate breeze from NE.

Engaged making repairs on ship, the following men from the Navy Yard being employed on board: 11 boilermakers, 9 helpers, 4 boys; 1 chipper, 1 boy; 11 caulkers, 2 on sailing launch davits, 1 on capstan, and 2 on forward fresh water tanks.

P.J. Kiley, Landsman, W. Frazer, Second-class Fireman, and B. Dunn, Private Marine, absent over time.

The following men returned on board over time: F.E. Austin, Seaman Apprentice First-class, 19½ hours; C. Winestock, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, 24½ hours; and V. Le Flock, Seaman, 27 hours.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, with drizzling rain.

Light NE breeze.

Passed Assistant Engineer C.E. Rommel left the ship on leave of absence for seven days.

Received on board 1500 gallons of fresh water from the hydrant in the yard, a large part of which was pumped out of the tank, it having been used to test the tank.

Captain J.N. Miller of U.S.S. "Chicago" paid an official visit on board.

Engaged making repairs on ship, the following men from the yard being employed on board: 4 machinists and 1 boy; 4 chippers; 7 caulkers; 11 boilermakers, 9 helpers and 4 boys; and 1 machinist on Hotchkiss gun port.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with drizzling rain.

Light wind from NE to North by East.

The gang at work on the boilers remained until 7 o'clock, the other yard workmen leaving at 5.00pm.

By authority of the Bureau of Navigation Charles S. Driver, Landsman, was discharged from this ship and the Naval Service.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with drizzling rain half of watch.

Light North by East to NNW airs.


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29 May 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy, misty, clearing slightly at end of watch, light drizzle.

Light airs from SW.

Barometer rising at end of watch.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cool, heavy and damp.

Airs from West.

Got out powder in forward magazine and put into ordnance lighter alongside of dock, 160 6-inch charges in cases and 19 200-pound powder tanks containing an unknown quantity of saluting powder.

Set out of the ship on the dock an unknown number of tubes cut out of the boilers.

At 6.00am the following men came on board to work on the boilers: 11 boilermakers, 9 helpers, and 4 boys. Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 98¾ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 79 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and damp.

Light airs from between WSW and NNW, and calms.

Barometer steady.

Discharged this day from U.S.S. "Yorktown" and the Naval Service, by reason of his service being no longer required, Antonio Rodrigues, a Landsman, also this day discharged from U.S.S. "Yorktown" and the Naval Service, by reason of order Bureau of Navigation at his own request, George Johnson, Coal Heaver.

By order of Commanding Officer P.J. Kiley, Landsman, was this day declared a deserter, having been absent ten days without permission.

The following punishments were awarded by the Commanding Officer at the mast: A.E. Lowe, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, and R.J. Comey, Seaman, not going up in yard to carry boat when word was passed, each 8 hours' extra duty; G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, for smoking in the galley, 3 hours' extra duty; H.C. King, Landsman, smoking in wardroom pantry during morning watch, 3 days' bread and water; C.W. Tatler, Private Marine, disrespectful to Captain of Guard while being relieved as sentinel, 4 hours' extra duty.

W. Frazer, Second-class Fireman, and B. Dunn, Private Marine, absent without leave.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows: at commencement 11 boilermakers, 9 helpers, 4 boys on board; at 8.00am 8 caulkers, 1 helper, and 2 chippers came on board; at 8.30am 2 machinists and 1 helper, 2 carpenters and 1 helper, 1 ship's joiner and 1 helper, the two latter left at 9.10am.

All left ship at 12.00pm.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and damp, occasional light sprinkle.

Light airs from WNW first hour, shifting to SE for next two hours, calm last hour.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows: 10 boilermakers, 9 helpers, 4 boys; 8 caulkers, 1 helper; 2 chippers; 2 machinists and 1 helper; 2 carpenters, 1 helper; all came aboard at 1.00pm.

2 carpenters and 1 machinist left the ship at 3.30pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy.

Light airs and breezes from NE first part, veering to East at end of watch.

Barometer steady.

Navy Yard workmen left the ship as follows: 4.55pm caulkers, chippers, machinists and carpenter with helpers mentioned in preceding watch; at 6.50pm and 7.00pm 10 boilermakers, 9 helpers, and 4 boys working on boilers.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy first three hours, clear, with bright starlight last hour.

Light airs and light breeze from East by South and East.

Upward tendency of barometer.


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30 May 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and damp, bright moonlight latter part.

Light airs from NNW, then calm.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant first hour, cloudy remainder of watch.

Calm and light airs, variable in direction.

Barometer rising.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with light airs to light breeze from East by South.

By order of Commanding Officer released C. Gulbrunsen, Seaman, and H.C. King, Landsman, from confinement, and by same authority confined J.J. Cleary, Seaman Apprentice First-class, and W. Piercy, Seaman Apprentice First-class, for 3 days on bread and water, for insubordinate conduct.

Discharged H.C. King, Landsman, from ship and service, his service being no longer required.

Absent without leave: B. Dunn, Private Marine, W. Frazer, Second-class Fireman, and H. McAllister, First-class Fireman.

Filled tanks from yard hydrant, taking on aboard about [left blank] gallons


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with light breezes from East by South and SSE.

Heavy passing showers with thunder and lightning 2nd hour.

At 2.30pm sent on shore, to participate in parade in honor of the day, one company (36 men) of blue jackets and 9 marines.

Sent a liberty party on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy first half, fair third hour, clear last.

Light SSE breeze.

Men returned from parade at 6.15pm.


8pm to midnight:

Clouding over after first hour, foggy.

Light airs from ESE to NE.


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31 May 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy weather.

Light airs and breezes from ENE and East by South.

Barometer falling.

J. McAllister, First-class Fireman, absent without leave, returned on board 64½ hours over time.


4am to 8am:

Foggy and damp.

Light East by South airs first hour, calm last three hours.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and misty, with drizzling rain last hour.

Light airs from NE to North by East, calm first hour.

At 9.30am held preliminary inspection, and at 9.35am Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.

B. Dunn, Private Marine, and W. Frazer, Second-class Fireman, absent without leave.

Sent liberty party ashore and a church party to U.S.S. "Chicago".


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially cloudy.

Light airs to light breezes from NNE to ENE.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy first part, with passing thunder showers, clearing latter part.

Light airs from ENE to East by South.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and foggy weather.

Light airs from SE and East by South, calm last hour.

Barometer steady.

P. Meitzel, Carpenter and Calker, absent without leave, returned on board 36¾ hours over time.



LOGS FOR JUNE 1891


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1 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Fog.

Airs from SSW to WNW.


4am to 8am:

Foggy.

Light airs from North by West, calm first two hours.

L. Morris, Captain of Hold, returned on board 24 hours over time.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 96¼ pounds beef; 96¼ pounds vegetables; and 77 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

First part cloudy and misty, afterwards clear and warm.

Light airs from NE.

At 8.00am 18 caulkers, one helper, 9 boilermakers, 3 carpenters, 3 machinists, 2 chippers at work.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

The following named men absent without leave, namely: J. Dwyer, Master-at-Arms, W. Frazer, Second-class Fireman, and B. Dunn, Private Marine.

Exercised all divisions at infantry and Marine at setting up drill.

Received from Marine Barracks Washington D.C. John Keely, Private Marine,.

J. Dwyer, Master-at-Arms, absent without leave, returned on board 48 hours over time.

Yard workmen left the ship at noon.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breezes from ENE to NNE.

Barometer falling first half.

The workmen mention in the preceding watch came on board at 1.00pm.

U.S.S. "Boston" and U.S.S. "Portsmouth" left the yard.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SE.

Barometer nearly steady.

The yard workmen left the ship at 5.00pm, except 4 boilermakers and 3 helpers, who left at 7.00pm.

By order of the Commanding Officer J. McKee, Private Marine, was placed under the sentry's charge for safe keeping, he being under the influence of liquor.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light breezes from SE to SSE.

Fog came up at end of watch.


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2 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Fair, with dense low lying fog.

Light SSE breeze.


4am to 8am:

First hour foggy, afterwards clear and fine weather.

Light breeze from SSW.

Barometer rising.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from SSW.

At 8.00am the following men from the yard came on board: on the decks, 25 caulkers and 2 helpers; on the boilers, 9 boilermakers, 7 helpers and 1 boy; on the tanks, 1 machinist and 1 helper; and on the man holes in the cofferdams, 2 chippers.

At 9.00am four riveters came on board to work on the cofferdams.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, the following men absent over time: W. Frazer, Second-class Fireman, B. Dunn, Private Marine, and P.E. Rogers, Painter.

By order of Commanding Officer released from confinement J.J. Cleary, Seaman Apprentice First-class, and W. Piercy, Seaman Apprentice Second-class,.

Drilled the divisions as follows: 1st Division and Marines sighting drill in the yard; 2nd, 3rd and Powder Divisions skirmish drill.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from South.

Engaged making repairs on the ship, the following men coming on board at 1.00pm: 25 caulkers and 2 helpers on the deck; 9 boilermakers and 7 helpers on the boilers; 2 chippers on magazine floor and man holes in cofferdams; 2 plumbers and 1 ship joiner on the water closets; 1 shipfitter and 1 helper on the tanks; 1 plate layer on the billboard; and 1 painter in the cabin.

At 3.30pm one carpenter came on board to work on the billboard.

Received on board in the Equipment Department: 80 yards red bunting; 40 yards white bunting; 40 yards blue bunting; and 1 ensign (American) number 4.

Received William Franklin Reddrick, Landsman, from U.S.S. "Franklin" with transfer papers.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, warm.

At 4.55pm the yard employees left the ship, with the exception of 4 boilermakers and 2 helpers, who remained until 7 o'clock.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light South by East airs to light SSW breeze.


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3 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Light breezes from SSW.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SSW.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy first half, fair latter half.

Light breeze from West by North to NNE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absent without leave: W. Frazer, Second-class Fireman, B. Dunn, Private Marine, and P.E. Rogers, Painter.

Drilled 1st and 3rd Divisions in school of company, 2nd Division and Marine Guard at sighting and aiming.

Repairs by Navy Yard workmen going on as follows: 22 caulkers on deck; 9 boilermakers, 6 helpers and 1 boy in fireroom; 1 carpenter and 2 helpers on forecastle at billboard starboard side; 1 plumber and 1 helper on water closets; 2 chippers and 2 helpers on water tanks and engineers drawing room; and 2 painters on steam cutter.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 95 pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 76 pounds fresh bread.


Meridian to 4pm:

Generally fair, passing shower second hour.

Light breezes from NNE and NW falling to light airs and backing to West and SW.

Board of Survey, of which Paymaster D.A. Smith is senior member, met on board to survey sundry provisions in Paymaster's Department, also board, of which Commander R.P. Leary is senior member, to survey water alarm circuit closers in Equipment [Department].

Transferred to Marine Barracks, by direction of Secretary of Navy, Private John McKee (U.S. Marine Corps).

The following Navy Yard workmen on board: 9 boilermakers, 6 helpers and 1 boy in firerooms; 24 caulkers and 1 master caulker, spar deck and poop; 4 fitters, berth deck Marine Guard compartment; 2 chippers on water tanks; 1 painter in cabin, left at 3.40pm; 1 shipwright in shell room; 2 plumbers on water closet until 3.20pm; 2 painters on steam cutter until 2.00pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, with light airs varying in direction and calms.

Navy Yard work men left at 5.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Fair, with few stars shining.

Calms and light variable airs.


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4 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Partially cloudy first hour, with passing showers, then clear.

Light airs and light breezes from SW to NW.


4am to 8am:

Fair, with light NW airs.


8am to meridian:

Fair, pleasant weather.

Light airs from between NW and North by East.

Barometer rising.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

Absentees, namely: W. Frazer, Second-class Fireman, B. Dunn, Private Marine, P.E. Rogers, Painter, and J. Daly, Water Tender.

Drilled divisions as follows: 1st and 2nd Divisions infantry; 3rd Division sighting drill; Powder Division setting up drill; Marine Guard infantry.

Received in Engineer's Department the following stores, namely: 24 scrub brushes; 308 pounds cotton waste; 20 pounds iron washers; 12 paint brushes; 2 copper funnels; 2 bars round iron; 50 pounds sheet rubber; 50 pounds usudurian; 2 pieces India ink.

Received in Paymaster's Department twelve hundred (1200) gallons fresh water from the Navy Yard.

By order of the Commanding Officer confined J.T. Ashton, Water Tender, for safe keeping, he having come on board ship drunk.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows, namely: came on board at 8.00am, 21 caulkers and 2 helpers; 9 boilermakers, 5 helpers and 2 boys; 3 chippers; 1 shipfitter and 1 helper to work on cofferdams; 1 shipfitter and 1 helper to work in shell room; 2 copper smiths and 2 helpers; 1 machinist and 1 helper in the engine room; 1 ship joiner on water closet; 1 shipfitter and 1 helper for billboard on forecastle; 2 carpenters and 1 helper on bridge.

2 caulkers left ship at 9.00am, and one ship joiner left at 10.40am, 2 chippers at 11.00am.

Remainder of workmen discontinued work at 12.00pm.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and warm.

Light airs and breezes from NE, to East by North last hour.

Barometer falling slowly.

Received in Engineer's Department: 100 pine tube plugs; 4 pieces lignum vitae; 100 spiral pump springs.

Navy Yard workmen came on board at 1.00pm as follows, namely: 21 caulkers, 2 helpers; 9 boilermakers, 5 helpers and 2 boys; 3 chippers to work on cofferdams, leaving at 3.20pm; 1 shipfitter with helpers to work in shell room; 2 copper smiths with 2 helpers for engine room; 1 machinist and 1 helper, engine room; 1 shipfitter and 1 helper to work on billboard; 2 carpenters and 1 helper to work on bridge.

Sent liberty party on shore.

Received from U.S. Marine Barracks Norfolk, Virginia, with bag and hammock and necessary transfer papers, Private George Wilson, U.S. Marine Corps.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy.

Light breezes to light airs from East by North to ESE at end of watch.

Barometer steady.

Lightning to NNW toward end of watch.

Navy Yard workmen on board as in preceding watch.

All but 7 boilermakers, 3 helpers and 1 boy left at 5.00pm.

The latter left at 7.00pm.

J.T. Ashton, Water Tender, having been reported sober, was by order of Commanding Officer released.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with heavy rain first part, then clearing.

Light airs to light breezes from East by South to East.


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5 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool.

Light breeze from East by North and ENE.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy weather.

Light to moderate breezes from ENE and East by North.

Barometer rising.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and damp.

Light breezes from East by North.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised divisions at infantry.

The following men absent without leave: J. Daly, Water Tender, P.E. Rogers, Painter, and B. Dunn, Private Marine.

By order Commanding Officer W. Frazer, Second-class Fireman, was this day declared a deserter from this vessel and the Naval Service.

By order of same authority the punishments of the following named men; C. Creigher, Landsman, 5 hours' extra duty; E. Moore, Landsman, 13 hours' extra duty and L. Butler, Landsman, 10 hours' extra duty were remitted.

The following Navy Yard workmen on board, namely: 9 boilermakers, 7 helpers, 1 boy working on boilers; 25 caulkers, 1 helper caulking poop; 1 chipper, 1 helper cutting man hole plate; 1 carpenter, 1 helper fitting bridge stanchions; 2 shipfitters cutting man hole under magazine; 1 shipfitter, one helper on starboard billboard; 1 machinist, 4 helpers, 1 boy over boiler; 1 shipfitter, 1 helper came on board at 10.15am to work on tank.

All left at 12.00pm.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cool, cloudy and damp.

Light breezes from East to East by North.

Same men employed as in forenoon with following exceptions, namely: 21 caulkers caulking forecastle; 1 chipper in magazine; and 1 painter in cabin.

A. Kirker, Landsman, was this day discharged from this ship and the Naval Service, his term of enlistment having expired.

Sent liberty party ashore.

Received in Engineer's Department: 12 brass lanterns, with 12 spare glasses; 6 dust brushes; 6 pounds wicking lamp ball.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with cold drizzling rain at times.

Light breeze from ENE.

Commander F.E. Chadwick left the ship on four days' leave.

Same workmen on board as in previous watch.

At 5.00pm all left the ship, except the 7 boilermakers, who left at 7.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle breeze from NE.

Barometer steady.


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6 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool.

Light wind from NNE.


4am to 8am:

Partially cloudy, clearing last hour.

Light to gentle breezes from NE.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 91¼ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 73 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool.

Light breeze from ENE.

Barometer steady.

The following workmen came on board at 8.00am, namely: 21 caulkers and 2 helpers on top gallant forecastle; 10 boilermakers, 9 helpers and 2 boys on boilers; 1 carpenter on bridge; 2 shipfitters and 2 helpers in shell room; and 1 carpenter on billboard; 1 shipfitter and 1 helper at work on shell room flood cock for 20 minutes.

The following named men absent without leave, namely: P.E. Rogers, Painter, and J. Daley, Water Tender.

By order of the Commanding Officer B. Dunn, Private Marine, was declared a deserter from this vessel and the Naval Service, he having been absent 10 days without leave.

By order of the Secretary of the Navy C. Andrade, U.S. Navy, was detached for duty on a Board of Investigation on board U.S.S. "Concord".


Meridian to 4pm:

Cool and cloudy.

Light breezes from East by North and NE.

Barometer steady.

The following workmen came on board at 1.00pm, namely: 20 caulkers and 1 helper on topgallant forecastle; 10 boilermakers, 9 helpers and 2 boys on boilers; 1 machinist, 1 copper smith and 1 boy in engine room; 1 shipfitter, 1 helper, 1 carpenter, 1 painter, 2 riveters, 1 helper and 1 boy on billboard.

1 machinist, 1 shipfitter, 2 riveters, 2 helpers and 2 boys left at about 2.45pm.

Received in Engineer's Department 2 frames for watch and station bills.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy weather.

Light breeze from NNE to ENE.

Barometer falling.

The workmen on board left at 5.00pm, except 8 boilermakers, 4 helpers and 2 boys, who left at 7.00pm.

Received during the day in Paymaster's Department 2000 gallons water, and in Engineer's Department: 51 stay tubes; 50 ordinary tubes; and 10 stay rods for boilers.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with light showers of rain second hour.

Light East wind.

At 8.30am Lieutenant H.G.O. Colby returned from leave.


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7 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, light thunder first two hours.

Light breezes and airs from East to SSE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy weather, with light drizzle first hour.

Airs from SE, with a period of calm during middle of watch.

Barometer 30.10.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy weather, threatening rain.

Calm and light airs from WSW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, the following men absent over time: J. Daly, Water Tender, P.E. Rogers, Painter, and D.H. McGunigle, Boatswain's Mate.

At 9.40am the Commanding Officer inspected the ship with the crew at quarters.

Had general muster at which the Articles for the Better Government of the Navy were read, and J. Dwyer, Master-at-Arms, was presented with a good conduct medal for his last enlistment.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, threatening rain.

Moderate breeze from NE to NNE.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with light drizzling rain last part of watch.

Moderate breeze from East to East by North.

J. Daly, Water Tender, and P.E. Rogers, Painter, returned on board, the former 84 hours and the latter 132 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, with constant fine rain.

Gentle to moderate ENE breeze.


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8 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, with constant drizzle.

Light to moderate breezes from ENE, in squalls first part.

D.H. McGunigle, Boatswain's Mate, returned on board 18¾ hours over time.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, with light rain first hour.

Moderate breeze from ENE.

Making preparations to coal ship.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 90 pounds of fresh beef; 90 pounds fresh vegetables; and 72 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with light ENE breeze.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Coal lighter came alongside.

Coaling ship 10.30am to 11.45am, receiving on board 29 tons 992 pounds, using baskets over starboard gangway and forward torpedo port, also bags on after steam cutter's davit.

Workmen of yard on board as follows: 10 boilermakers, 9 helpers, 2 boys in fireroom on boiler tubes; 13 caulkers, 1 helper on top gallant forecastle; 2 carpenters on starboard jackstay for mizzen rigging; one carpenter on bridge awning stanchions; 1 painter on billboard.

Received in Equipment Department from General Storekeeper: 1 United States ensign number 5.

Marine Guard had setting up drill.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy to overcast, with light NE to ENE breezes.

Coaling ship from 1.00pm to 3.45pm, when finished lighter, having received on board by engineers tally 132 tons 1340 pounds tons of Pocahontas [Poahontas in log-book] coal, lighter being invoiced at 132 tons 1420 pounds.

Yard workmen on board as follows: from 1.00pm to 4.00pm 12 caulkers and 1 helper on topgallant forecastle; 1 carpenter on bridge; 9 boilermakers, 4 helpers and 2 boys on boilers; 1 shipfitter and 2 helpers on starboard scuppers.

By order of Commanding Officer placed E. Powers, Private Marine, in double irons for safe keeping, he having, while punishment was being awarded him at the mast for making improper remark to sergeant, struck the sergeant.

Marine Guard had aiming and sighting drill.

Used baskets only in coaling.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, cloudy last hour.

Light ENE to East breezes.

Yard workmen left ship as follows: at 5.00pm 13 caulkers and 1 helper, 1 shipfitter and 2 helpers, 1 carpenter, 4 helpers on boilers; at 7.00pm 11 boilermakers and 4 boys.

Two boilermakers and 2 boys had come on board at 5.00pm.

Second lighter of Pocahontas coal came alongside, and at 5.40pm recommenced coaling, quit for the day at 7.25pm, having received from 2nd lighter 55 tons 625 pounds.

During day received in all 187 tons 1965 pounds in 5¾ working hours.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast first hour, clearing remainder of watch, with bright moonlight.

Barometer steady.

Light airs and breezes from ENE.


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9 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs and light breezes from ENE.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Filling and trimming coal bunkers, received on board 10 tons 1768 pounds, total received on board 198 tons 1493 pounds, and out of second lighter alone 66 tons 153 pounds.

Dropped lighter astern.

By order of Commanding Officer removed one set of irons from E. Powers, Private Marine, leaving him in single irons for safe keeping.

United States tug U.S.S. "Fern" came to the yard.


8am to meridian:

Clear, fine weather.

Light breezes from between ESE and East by North.

Barometer rising.

Engaged in cleaning ship inside and out.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows, namely: coming at 8.00am, 9 boilermakers, 11 helpers and 1 boy in fireroom; 1 painter on man hole and billboard from 8.00am to 10.10am; 1 painter on bridge from 8.30am to 9.15am; 1 shipfitter at work on magazine from 9.25am to 12.00pm; 1 shipfitter and 1 helper at work on scuppers from 10.15am to 10.45am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light breezes from East and East by North.

Barometer falling slowly.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 300 pounds saltwater soap.

Transferred to General Storekeeper, having been condemned by survey, the following stores, namely: 45 pounds cornmeal; 20 pounds rye flour; 100 pounds hominy; 588 pounds wheat flour; 140 pounds dried fruit; 235 pounds butter; and 44 bread bags.

Engaged in breaking out fore hold.

Navy Yard workmen came on board as follows, namely: at 1.00pm 9 boilermakers, 11 helpers and 1 boy; 1 shipfitter in magazine come on board at 2.00pm, left at 3.10pm; 1 painter came on board at 3.40pm to work on bridge.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Light breezes from the East.

Barometer steady.

Served out clean hammocks.

At 5.00pm 1 painter at work on bridge left the ship, and 2 extra boilermakers, 1 helper and 2 boys came on board.

All Navy Yard workmen left at 7.00pm.

Got up hammock girtlines.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SE.

Moon set about 9.40pm.


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10 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from ESE.

Barometer steady.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, fine weather.

Light airs to light breezes, at end of watch from the ESE.

Barometer rising.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 93¾ pounds fresh beef; 93¾ pounds fresh vegetables; and 75 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs to gentle breezes from ESE.

At 9.30am went to quarters and drilled divisions as follows: 1st and 2nd Division artillery; 3rd Division and Powder Division instruction; Marine Guard infantry.

Received from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Franklin" George W. White, Landsman, enlisted for special service.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: M. Tierney, Second-class Fireman, assault and battery, 5 days' bread and water; W. Cuff, Landsman, shirking on berth deck when work was going on, 3 days' bread and water; J. McAllister, Second-class Fireman, out of uniform, 10 hours' extra duty.

Received in Equipment Department 2000 gallons fresh water for cooking and drinking.

The following Navy Yard workmen engaged on board: 9 boilermakers, 11 helpers and 1 boy; 1 shipwright, 1 helper on scuppers.

Inspected iron work of this ship in accordance with United States Regulation Circular [number] 77 and found it in good condition.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from East by South to SE.

Sent liberty party ashore.

The same workmen on board as in previous watch, except men on scuppers.

L. Schriener, Seaman, was this day discharged from this ship and from the U.S. Naval Service at his own request, by order of the Secretary of the Navy.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SE.

10 boilermakers, 7 helpers and 2 boys on board till 6.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from ESE.

Barometer steady.


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11 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from East.


8am to meridian:

Partially cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs from SSE and light breeze, last hour from East by South.

At 8.00am 9 boilermakers, 11 helpers and one boy came on board.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

Exercised at general quarters.

Times as follows: cast loose and provide: 1st Division 3 minutes 10 seconds; 2nd Division 5 minutes, and then was unable to remove plug from shell davit; 3rd Division 4 minutes 50 seconds; Navigator's Division 2 minutes 55 seconds; Powder Division 11 minutes 20 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute.

Also at fire quarters, ready: 1st Division 3 minutes 10 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 45 seconds; 3rd Division 55 seconds; Powder Division 5 minutes 46 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minutes 5 seconds; Engineer's Division 2 minutes.

Received in Construction Department the following articles, namely: 350 pounds red lead; 15 gallons raw linseed oil; 50 pounds putty; 10 gallons alcohol; 1 box cement; and 2 flood cock wrenches.

At 12.00pm yard workmen left the ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and warm.

Light breeze from SE.

Barometer falling.

At 1.00pm 9 boilermakers, 11 helpers and 1 boy came on board to work on boilers.

Received in Engineer's Department: 12 ship's scrapers; 18 steel wedges; and one alligator wrench.

The powder and tanks sent on shore on May 29th, with the exception of 8 200-pound tanks, was received on board and stowed.

Cleaned out hammock netting and touched up rusty spots.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, warm weather.

Light airs from SE.

Barometer steady.

The Yard workmen left the ship at 7 o'clock.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

SE airs.


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12 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, first three hours cloudless sky.

Light airs to light breeze from SSW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from SSW.

Barometer steady.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 92½ pounds fresh meat and vegetables each; and 74 pounds fresh bread.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, warm.

Airs from South by West.

At 8.00am the following workmen came on board from the yard to work on the boilers: 8 boilermakers, 10 helpers and 1 boy, they left at noon.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, the following men absent over time: J. Cummings, Coal Heaver, H.J. Ryan, Coal Heaver, and J. Gragg, Coal Heaver.

Received on board the following stores in the Paymaster's Department: 50 pairs drawers; 50 pairs cloth trousers; 138 yards cap-cloth; 102 yards 6/4 flannel; 100 pairs shoes; 5 mess kettles; 1176 pounds wheat flour; 75 gallons beans; 2067 pounds sugar; 800 pounds salt pork; 400 pounds salt beef; 114 pounds pickles; 46½ gallons vinegar; 288 pounds roast beef; 1056 pounds corned beef; 504 pounds ham; 288 pounds tomatoes; 200 pounds dried apples; 320 pounds assorted vegetables; 1950 pounds saltwater soap; 45 pounds tea; and 400 pounds tobacco.

Drilled the divisions: 1st, 2nd, Powder and Marines at infantry; and 3rd instruction in 6-inch gun nomenclature.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, warm.

Airs from South by West to South by East.

Engaged stowing provisions.

At 1.00pm the following workmen came on board to work on the retubing of the boilers: 10 boilermakers, 9 helpers, and 1 boy.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

Received on board in Ordnance Department the following stores: 2 dozen blank books; 1 gross pens; 1 pair office shears; and 1 ruler.

James Carlton, Private Marine, was transferred to this ship with his effects from the Marine Barracks at the yard.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and warm.

Airs from NNE to NW by North.

Thunder and lightning during entire watch, with shower of rain last hour.

At 5.00pm 3 boys came on board to work on the boilers, and at seven [o'clock] 8 boilermakers, 10 helpers and 4 boys left the ship.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy to overcast, with light breeze from NE, ESE and North by West.

Rain first half.


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13 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Partially cloudy first part, then clearing.

Calm and light airs from South by West.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, hot.

Calm.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 88¾ pounds fresh beef; 88¾ pounds fresh vegetables; and 71 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with light airs and breezes from NNE to East by North.

Received in Ordnance Department: 12 assorted files.

Inspected bags and hammocks.

Received in Steam Engineering last of boiler tubes.

Absent without leave: J. Cummings, Coal Heaver, H.J. Ryan, Coal Heaver, J. Gragg, Coal Heaver, C. Gulbrunsen, Seaman, and J.E. Frates, Seaman Apprentice Second-class.

J.E. Frates, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, returned aboard later, 2¼ hours over time.

9 boilermakers, 10 helpers and 1 boy from yard at work on boilers.

Master plumber on board to inspect sea-cock in gun cotton room.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, with light North by East to ENE breeze.

From 1 o'clock 8 boilermakers, 10 helpers and 2 boys at work on boilers.

Sent a liberty party on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, with light ENE breeze.

Yard workmen on board from 4.00pm to 7.00pm as follows: 8 boilermakers, 10 helpers, 2 boys.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and bright moonlight.

Light airs to light breezes from ENE.

Barometer steady at 30.16.


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14 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, damp.

Light airs from ENE.


4am to 8am:

Clear, last half [of watch] cloudless sky.

Hot and calm.


8am to meridian:

Warm and pleasant, with light haze.

Light airs and breezes from East by North to NE.

Barometer steady.

At 9.30am called all divisions to quarters for inspection, after which the Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew at quarters.

The following named men were absent at quarters without leave, namely: H.J. Ryan, Coal Heaver, J.J. Cummings, Coal Heaver, J. Gragg, Coal Heaver, E. Hannis, Ordinary Seaman, J. Dolbier, Ordinary Seaman, and C. Gulbrunsen, Seaman.

H.J. Ryan, Coal Heaver, returned on board 52 hours over time.

Sent church party to attend divine service on board U.S.S. "Chicago".

Sent liberty party on shore.

E. Hannis, Ordinary Seaman, and J. Dolbier, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board, each 4½ hours over time.


Meridian to 4pm:

Warm and pleasant, with light haze.

Light breezes from ENE to East.

Barometer falling slightly.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Light breezes from East to ESE.

Barometer steady.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light airs from ESE.

C. Gulbrunsen, Seaman, returned on board 37 hours over time.


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15 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, heavy dew, foggy last half hour.

Light airs from SSE to SSW.

Barometer falling first half.

Moon set about 1.00am.


4am to 8am:

Foggy first part, clearing until clear and pleasant at end of watch.

Light variable southerly airs.

Barometer steady.

Received in Paymaster's Department from the contractors: 91¾ pounds fresh beef; 71¾ pounds fresh vegetables; 72 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and hot.

Light airs from South and SSW.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised divisions as follows: 1st, 2nd and 3rd Divisions instruction great guns; Powder Division and Marine Guard infantry.

J. Cummings, Coal Heaver, and J. Gragg, Coal Heaver, absent without leave.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: W. Cuff, Landsman, disobedience of orders of Captain of Afterguard, 6 hours' extra duty; R.W. Mathany, Seaman Apprentice First-class, and J.E. Groat, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, W. Piercy, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, improper conduct, lagging behind in church party, 4 hours' extra duty each; E. Brennan, Boiler Maker, on deck during meal hours in fireroom clothes, 4 hours' extra duty.

By order of same authority M. Tierney, Second-class Fireman, was released from confinement, his term of punishment having expired.

9 boilermakers, 6 helpers and 4 boys engaged in work on boilers.

In accordance with United States Regulations Circular [number] 77 the iron work of ship was inspected and found in good condition.

Commander F.E. Chadwick returned from leave.

A.J. Quigley, Coal Heaver, returned on board 1¾ hours over time.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and hot.

Light breezes from South.

Overhauled starboard bower chain.

Received in Construction Department following stores: 700 pounds red lead; 20 pounds patent drier; 10 pounds vermilion; 22 gallons raw linseed oil; 20 gallons turpentine; 5 gross brass screws; 24 brass hooks and eyes; 60 bolts and nuts composition; 25 pounds dry shellac; 20 pounds black lead; 48 cap hooks; 4 pintles and gudgeons for boats.

Sent liberty party ashore.

Same workmen on board as in previous watch.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breezes from SE.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and very warm, bright starlight.

Light airs from SE.

Barometer rising.


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16 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, hot.

Airs from SW by South.


4am to 8am:

Clear and hot.

Light airs and light breezes from SW by South.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from South.

Barometer falling.

At 8.00am the following workmen came on board, namely: 9 boilermakers, 6 helpers, and 4 boys.

By order of the Commanding Officer T. Cassidy, Quartermaster, was placed in double irons for three days, for inattention to orders and muttering when sent to carry out the order, and A. Mosh, Ordinary Seaman, was assigned 2 hours' extra duty for not drawing clothing promptly when word was passed.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

The following named men were absent without leave, namely: J. Gragg, Coal Heaver, and J. Cummings, Coal Heaver.

Instructed 1st, 2nd and 3rd Divisions, drilled Powder Division with pistols, and drilled Marines.

Yard workmen left the ship at 12.00pm.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.

Barometer falling.

At 1.00pm 9 boilermakers, 5 helpers and 4 boys came on board to work on boilers, and at 1.30pm one joiner and one helper to work in forward magazine.

Received in Engineer's Department: 25 pounds brown zinc; in Ordnance Department: 10 pounds cotton twine; 5 pounds copper tacks; 1 target frame; 50 pounds waste; 200 sheets emery cloth; 150 yards old canvas; 1 micrometer caliper; and 600 feet (lineal) lumber; and in Equipment Department: 5 coaling bags; 40 coir brushes; 40 hand scrub brushes; 25 pounds polishing paste; 10 pounds thimbles (assorted); 20 rungs for Jacobs ladders; 24 corn brooms; 20 hose washers; 1 hose expander; 200 fish hooks; 12 fish lines; 1 yardstick; 10 pounds tallow; 50 hammocks; ½ bolt cotton canvas number 8; ½ bolt cotton canvas number 10; ½ bolt ravens duck, 8 ounce; 5 gallons Stockholm tar; 1 ream note paper; 12 dozen envelopes, official; 2 quarts ink; 6 globes for hand lanterns.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cooler.

Light and gentle breezes from SSE.

Barometer steady.

Chief Engineer C. Andrade, U.S. Navy, left the ship on leave for one week.

The joiner and helper left the ship at 4.00pm, the other workmen at 7.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, hot.

Light breeze from SSE.

Moonlight.


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17 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with light South by West airs.

Lightning to SE last hour.


4am to 8am:

Warm weather.

Light airs from South by West, shifting to West last hour.

Barometer falling.

U.S.S. "Chicago" came out of dock at about 7.00am.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, hot.

Airs from North and South.

At 8.00am the following men came on board to work on the boilers: 10 boilermakers, 4 helpers, 3 boys, 1 machinist and 1 bricklayer.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 92½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 74 pounds fresh bread.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

J. Gragg, Coal Heaver, absent over time.

Instructed the divisions.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, hot.

Light breeze from East by South.

At 1.00pm the following men came on board to work on the boilers: 10 boilermakers, 4 helpers, 3 boys, 1 machinist and 1 bricklayer.

Also at 1.00pm two plumbers came on board to pack force pumps, and left the ship at 1.40pm.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department 2500 gallons fresh water from yard hydrant.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with light shower of rain third hour.

Wind light from ESE to SSE.

Distant thunder and lightning.

Delivered charges and specifications to E. Powers, Private Marine, now confined to await trial by General Court Martial.

The men at work on the boilers remained until 7.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy first half, fair latter half of watch.

Light SSE and South by West breeze.


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18 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Bright moonlight until 2.00am, when moon set.

Light airs and breezes from South by West.

Barometer falling slowly.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather. hot.

SW airs.


8am to meridian:

Fair and hot.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, then went to general quarters and exercised divisions, times as follows: cast loose and provide: 1st Division 5 minutes 45 seconds; 2nd Division 5 minutes 50 seconds; 3rd Division 5 minutes 40 seconds; Powder Division 6 minutes 30 seconds; Navigator's Division 2 minutes 40 seconds.

Absent without leave: J.L. Krider, Private Marine, and J. Gragg, Coal Heaver.

Following men on board at work on boilers and engine rooms: 10 boilermakers, 1 machinist, 4 helpers, 4 boys and 1 bricklayer.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy to overcast, passing showers first hour with thunder and lightning.

Light airs from West increasing to stiff breeze, first hour in rain squalls, light ESE and ENE breezes rest of watch.

Yard workmen on board from 1.00pm to 4.00pm as follows: 10 boilermakers, 4 helpers, 4 boys, 1 bricklayer in firerooms; 1 machinist, 1 boy on steam cutter.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with passing showers, thunder and lightning.

Light airs to gentle breezes boxing the compass.

Yard workmen on board as follows: 10 boilermakers, 4 helpers, 4 boys, 1 bricklayer at work on boilers 4.00pm to 7.00pm; machinist on steam cutter 4.00pm to 5.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp, raining at intervals during watch, except from 9.00pm to 10.00pm, lightning from between SSE and SSW.

Moon and few stars occasionally visible.

Light airs from between ENE and South by East.

Barometer steady.


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19 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, with occasional rain.

Light breeze from SW, hauling to NE and falling to light airs.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, with light airs and calms, rain first half [of watch].

Received in Paymaster's Department: 91¼ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 93 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and damp, light rain first hour.

Light airs from between East by North and North.

Barometer rising.

By order of Commanding Officer released from confinement T. Cassidy, Quartermaster, his term of confinement having expired.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters, absentees, namely: J. Gragg, Coal Heaver, and Private J.L. Krider, U.S. Marine Corps.

Drilled divisions as follows, namely: 1st, 2nd and 3rd Divisions instruction in gunnery; Powder Division and Marine Guard infantry.

At 10.10am sounded fire alarm.

Ready as follows, namely: 1st Division 50 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 10 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 28 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes; Marine Guard 1 minute 20 seconds.

Secured at 10.13am, retreat at 10.16am.

Received in Equipment Department (exempted classes): 1 azimuth circle; 1 spyglass; and 1 pair dividers.

The following Navy Yard workmen came on board at 8.00am, leaving at 12.00pm, namely: 10 boilermakers, 4 helpers and 4 boys.

Lieutenant J.E.D.W. Veeder and Lieutenant W.P. Conway left the ship as members of a General Court Martial, of which Captain McGlensey is President, meeting at 12.00pm for the trial of Private E. Power, U.S. Marine Corps, of this ship.

Sent the accused to appear before the above mentioned court.

Received in Engineer's Department: 12 tube brushes; 12 bunker lamps; 50 pounds concentrated lye; 20 gallons turpentine; 200 pound brown zinc paint; ½ barrel sal soda; 26 files; 12 corn brooms.

Sent whaleboat for sand.

Received from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Franklin" one Landsman (special service) Peter Bains without papers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy first part, clearing latter part.

Light breezes from between NNE and ENE.

Barometer steady.

Navy Yard on board as during forenoon watch coming at 1.00pm, with on machinist coming on board at 1.30pm.

Sent whaleboat for load of sand.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant until latter part, when clouding up, light sprinkle toward end of watch.

Light breezes from NE to East by North.

Barometer steady.

One machinist left ship at 5.00pm, remainder of Navy Yard workmen at 7.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, steady rain latter half of watch.

Light airs to light breezes from ENE to East by North.


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20 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy weather, raining first hour.

Light breezes from NNE to SE.

Barometer about steady.


4am to 8am:

Generally cloudy and damp.

Light airs and breezes from between East by North, and SSE at end of watch.

Barometer rising.


8am to meridian:

Partially cloudy and warm.

Light airs from SSE hauling to North by West.

At 9.30am held bag inspection of 1st Division.

Received from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Franklin" Thomas Murphy, Second-class Fireman, with necessary transfer papers, also received transfer papers of Peter Bain, Landsman, special service.

J. Gragg, Coal Heaver, and J.L. Krider, Private Marine, absent without leave.

C.W. Tatler, Private Marine, left the ship without permission.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 91½ pounds beef; 91½ pounds vegetables; and 73 pounds bread.

Received in Equipment Department 900 gallons of fresh water from Navy Yard.

The following workmen on board: 10 boilermakers, 4 helpers, 4 boys; 1 machinist engaged on distiller; 2 plumbers on galley scupper.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from NNE to ENE.

Sent liberty party ashore.

10 Boilermakers, 3 helpers and 4 boys on boilers, 2 machinists on condenser, 3 plumbers from 2.30pm to 3.00pm at work on galley scuppers.

Lieutenant W.P. Conway left the ship on five days' leave of absence.

Sent volt meter to Navigation Office for repairs.

Accepted steam cutter, her trial proving satisfactory.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from East to East by South.

Same workmen on board as in previous watch.

All left at 5.00pm, except those engaged on boilers, who left at 7.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, warm, moonlight.

Airs from SSE to East.


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21 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and foggy.

Light breezes from East by South, North by East and East by North.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Light airs and light breezes from East by North to SSW.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather, hot.

Light SW breeze.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, the following men absent over time: J. Gragg, Coal Heaver, J.L. Krider, Private Marine, and C.W. Tatler, Private Marine.

Sent a liberty party on shore.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, hot.

Moderate SW breeze.


4pm to 8pm:

First half of watch overcast by clouds, with passing showers of rain accompanied by thunder and lightning, the latter continuing the entire watch, last half of watch cool and pleasant.

Wind from West, then from South by East.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, passing shower third hour.

Light SSW breeze.


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22 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Partially cloudy, moonlight all watch.

Light breezes from SSW.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from SSW and South by West.

Engaged breaking out and re-stowing store rooms for quarterly inspection.


8am to meridian:

Fair and hot.

Light airs to light breeze from SSW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absent without leave: J.L. Krider, Private Marine, C.W. Tatler, Private Marine, and J. Gragg, Coal Heaver.

By order of Commanding Officer J. Gragg, Coal Heaver, was this day declared a deserter, having been absent ten days without permission.

Instructed divisions, except men breaking out sail room and after shell room.

Permanent board finished quarterly inspection.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 91½ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 73 pounds fresh bread.

Workmen on board as follows: 10 boilermakers, 3 helpers, 4 boys on boilers; 1 machinist, 10.45am to 12.00pm at work on distiller.

Received in Steam Engineering repaired distiller and one set of spare coils.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy first hour, fair rest of watch.

Light breeze to light airs from SW.

Received in Ordnance [Department]:100 yards target muslin; and 30 pounds of 1½-inch manila; also in Equipment [Department], exempted classes: 6 sight glasses; 24 electrodes; 2 pairs pliers; 3 screw drivers; 2 oil feeders; 1 squirt can; 50 pounds cotton waste; 2 pounds sal ammoniac; ½ gallon glycerin.

Received in Steam Engineering: 24 tube rods; 6 composition sleeves for pumps; 24 wooden valve wheels.

Received and placed on wharf 3 cords wood for boiler trial.

Workmen on board as follows: 10 boilermakers, 3 helpers, 3 boys on boilers, from 1.00pm to 4.00pm; 1 machinist on distiller, 1.00pm to 3.48pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy to overcast.

Light breeze to light airs from WSW to South by East.

Workmen on board from 4.00pm to 7.00pm: 10 boilermakers, 2 helpers, 3 boys.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy.

Light airs from SSW.

Barometer steady.

Lightning to the Southward.


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23 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, passing showers first hour, bright moonlight.

Light airs from West.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and sultry.

Light variable airs and calms.


8am to meridian:

Fair to clear, warm.

Light airs from between NNW and North by East.

Barometer rising.

Engaged in getting boats down from construction boat house and hoisting them, also shifting moorings to the Southern part of the dock.

Absent without leave: J.L. Krider, Private Marine, and C.W. Tatler, Private Marine.

Navy Yard work men came on board at 8.00am, leaving at 12.00pm, as follows, namely: 10 boilermaker, 3 helpers, 3 boys, all working in Engineer's Department.

Chief Engineer C. Andrade, U.S. Navy, reported his return from leave.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, hot and pleasant.

Light airs to light breezes from between North by West and North by East.

Barometer steady.

Navy Yard workmen on board after 1.00pm as follows, namely: 10 boilermakers, 3 helpers, 3 boys.

Received in Construction [Department] from the General Storekeeper, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia: 20 deck buckets; 20 gallons linseed oil, raw; 35 sheaves; 2 claw hammer; 1 joiner's plane.

In Equipment Department: 1 coil manila, 3¼ inch; 1 coil manila, 3½ inch; 2 grates for 7-feet range; 2 grates for 3-feet range; 1 plate number 138 for 3-feet range.

Boiler D was given a hydrostatic test of 27½ pounds, and five (5) tubes were found to leak.

Engaged in holystoning ship's side, preparatory to painting.

Received in Engineer's Department: 400 gallons sperm oil.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light airs from between NNW and NE.

Barometer steady.

Gave C boiler hydrostatic test of 26 pounds, finding four (4) tubes leaking.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and warm, bright moonlight.

Calm first hour, light airs from South by East to West.


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24 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from WNW to NW.

Moonlight.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light airs to light breezes from NW to NNE.

Barometer rising.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 90 pounds fresh beef; 90 pounds fresh vegetables; 72 pound fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from NNE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and drilled all divisions at infantry.

J.L. Krider, Private Marine, and V. Carlson, Machinist, absent without leave.

V. Carlson, Machinist, subsequently returned on board 10½ hours over time.

Received in Engineer's Department: 6 blades, hoe fire; and 12 scrapers, file.

10 boilermakers, 3 helpers, and 2 boys engaged on boilers.

At 9.15am started wood fires in the two after boilers to test them.

Hauled fires at 11.00am and repairing leaks in stay tubes.

Received 1000 gallons fresh water in Equipment [Department].


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from North by East to NNW.

Received in Engineer's Department: 200 pounds oatmeal; 24 hand lamps, brass; 40 pounds tallow.

Received in Equipment Department, exempted classes: 2 bushel charcoal; 24 feet mica; and 1 gross screws.

Same workmen on board as in forenoon.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and light breezes from NNE and North.

All workmen left ship at 5.00pm, and 8 boilermaker, 2 boys and 1 helper returned on board at 6.00pm to continue their work.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from NW by West to West.

Moon rose at 10.10pm.

High water at 11.20pm.

8 boilermakers, 2 boys and 1 helper at work on boilers.


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25 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudless sky, bright star and moonlight.

Light breezes from NW to NNE.

10 boilermakers, 1 helper, 2 boys at work on boiler 12.00am to 3.30am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from NNE.

2 boilermakers on board running water into forward boilers, preparatory to testing them.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light breeze from North by East.

Barometer steady.

At 8.00am 8 boilermakers, 2 helpers and one boy came on board to work on boilers.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

J.L. Krider, Private Marine, and C.W. Tatler, Private Marine, absent without leave.

Exercised all divisions at infantry.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were assigned, namely: A. Mosh, Ordinary Seaman, untidy in dress, hole in trousers, 2 hours' extra duty; W.H. Knobelsdorf, Quartermaster, neglect of duty, allowing Captain to come alongside without reporting same, 2 hours' extra duty; T. Brady, Private Marine, inattention to orders, failing to report boat time, 9 hours' extra duty; C. Gulbrunsen, Seaman, inattention to orders, drawing water over ship's side, 3 hours' extra duty.

Received in Equipment Department, exempted classes: one depth recorder.

Engaged in painting ship outside.

Workmen left the ship at noon.


Meridian to 4pm:

Weather clear and warm.

Light airs and breezes from North by East and NW by North.

Barometer falling.

At 1.00pm 8 boilermakers, 2 helpers and one boy came on board.

Received in Equipment Department, exempted classes, the following articles, namely: 100 feet Grimshaw wire number 14; 2 sets wipers and 2 sets brasses for A&S engine; 2 thermometers; 1 eccentric strap; and 1 regulator spring; and turned into store one armature of Edison's dynamo.

Received from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Franklin" Jacob Kloute, Second-class Fireman, with accounts, bag and hammock.

Tested all four boilers.

Workmen left the ship at 3.20pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from NW by North and West by North.

Barometer falling.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, with light West by North airs.

Bright starlight.


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26 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia

Lat 36.94, Long -76.33


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and bright moonlight.

Light airs from WSW.


4am to 8am:

Clear.

Light winds from WNW and NW.

Barometer rising.

At 6.00am started fires under D boiler.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 90 pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 77 pounds fresh bread.

W.J. Sloane, Second-class Fireman, was brought on board by the Corporal of the Guard on duty at the yard gate, and by order of Commanding Officer was placed under sentry's charge.


8am to meridian:

Clear, last half cloudless sky.

Light airs to light breeze from NNW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absent without leave: J. Healy, Water Tender, J.L. Carlson, Seaman, L. Morris, Captain of Hold, S. Simmons, Ordinary Seaman, C.W. Tatler, Private Marine, and J.L. Krider, Private Marine.

Drilled all divisions at infantry.

By order of Commanding Officer discharged from the Naval Service William Piercy, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, his term of enlistment having expired.

Workmen on board as follows: 6 boilermakers, 2 helpers, and 2 boys, 8.00am to 12.00pm; 1 machinist, 8.15am to 8.45am, all on boilers.

Received in Ordnance [Department]: 1 pound copper rivets; 25 yards tracing muslin; 1 hand vise; 1 pair nippers. In Equipment [Department] (exempted classes): 500 feet brass binding wire.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and hot.

Light airs and breeze from North to WNW.

Restowed after fixed ammunition room.

J.L. Carlson, Seaman, returned on board 6 hours over time.

Received in Engineer's Department: 24 shovels; 20 yards webbing; 6 pounds marline; 23 pounds sheet brass, 1/16-inch; 30 pounds sheet copper, 1/16-inch; 50 pounds sheet rubber, 1/16-inch; 100 brass machine screws; 10 quires emery cloth; ½ barrel asbestos cement; 250 pounds white lead paint; 12 galvanized iron buckets.

Received in Equipment Department: 1 barrel lard oil; 5 gallons tar oil; 5 gallons asphaltum; 22 coal baskets; 25 pounds thimbles (assorted).

In Construction Department: 75 pounds nails, iron, galvanized; 4 locks, brass, ward robe, 4-inch; 8 hinges, brass; 200 pounds yellow ochre; and 2 pounds copper tacks, ⅝-inch.

4 boilermakers, 2 boys and 2 helpers at work on boilers, 1.00pm to 4.00pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, with light airs and breeze from WNW.

Transferred to Marine Barracks as prisoner, awaiting sentence of General Court Martial, Private Edward Power.

By order of Commanding Officer released [from confinement] W.J. Sloane, Second-class Fireman.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and bright starlight.

Moon rose at about 11.00pm.

Light airs from the WNW.

Barometer unsteady.

Fires banked under D boiler.


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27 June 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, Norfolk, and at anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.97, Long -76.34


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light airs from WNW and NW.

Banked fires in one boiler.

J. Healy, Water Tender, returned on board 18 hours over time.


4am to 8am:

Fair, with light airs to gentle breeze from North by West to North by East.


8am to meridian:

Fair.

Light to gentle breezes from between NNE and North by West.

Barometer steady.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 83¾ pounds fresh beef; 67 pounds fresh bread.

Received in Ordnance [Department]: 2 squirt cans; and 1 armorer's oil can.

Making preparations for getting under way.

The following men absent without leave, namely: Privates C.W. Tatler and J.L. Krider, Private Marine, S. Simmons, Ordinary Seaman, and L. Morris, Captain of Hold.

Called all hands unmoor ship, and at 10.35am left the Navy Yard dock and stood down the stream, tide running flood, ship conned by the Navigating Officer.

At about 11.45am hoisted distinguishing pennant.

Finding U.S.S. "Boston", U.S.S. "Atlanta" and U.S.S. "Newark" at anchor in the [Hampton] Roads, the former flying Senior Officer's pennant.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from NNE.

Standing down toward anchorage in the [Hampton] Roads, and at 12.40pm let go the port anchor in 11½ fathoms water, hard sandy bottom, and veered to 60 fathoms

At 12.15pm made [signal] interrogatory 1211, U.S.S. "Boston" answered in affirmative, having exchanged distinguishing pennants.

At 1.55pm U.S.S. "Vesuvius" was sighted standing down from the Navy Yard.

At 2.10pm she exchanged numbers with U.S.S. "Boston", and then made [signal] interrogatory 5884, U.S.S. "Boston" answered 904.

Sent liberty party ashore.

Sent stores to U.S.S. "Boston" and U.S.S. "Atlanta".


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from NNE and North by East.

Barometer steady.

At 4.45pm finished swinging to the ebb.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Gentle to fresh breezes from North to East by South.

Moon rose at 11.50pm.


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28 June 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.993, Long -76.316


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool, bright starlight.

Light breeze from SE. Barometer steady.

Ship commenced swinging to the ebb at 3.00am.


4am to 8am:

Fair and pleasant weather, clouding latter part.

Light breezes from West by North.

Barometer unsteady first part, steady latter part.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Boston" made uniform and time signal 3341, immediately after despatch flag, at 7.30am 3963, 6373, 6378, 6379.

Received in Paymaster's Department from the contractors: 86¼ pounds fresh beef; 86¼ pounds vegetables; 69 pounds fresh bread.

Lieutenant J.E.D.W. Veeder, U.S. Navy, returned from leave.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light to gentle breezes from NW by West and WNW.

At 9.30am held preliminary inspection, and at 9.35am Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.

Sent liberty party ashore.

P. Woods, Oiler, was this day given an honorable discharge from this vessel and the U.S. Naval Service, his term of enlistment having expired.

Made routine signals to U.S.S. "Boston" as follows: at 9.00am numeral 3; at 10.00am numeral 1; at 12.00pm numeral 307.

The following men absent without leave: L. Morris, Captain of Hold, S. Simmons, Ordinary Seaman, and C.W. Tatler, Private Marine.

By order of the Commanding Officer J.L. Krider, Private Marine, was this day declared a deserter from this ship, he having been absent ten days without leave.

At 10.15am U.S.S. "Boston" made general [signal] 6377.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from NW. Barometer falling.

Ship began swinging to the ebb at 2.45pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light breezes from WNW to NW.


8pm to midnight:

Cool and pleasant.

Light airs from NNW and ESE.

Barometer steady.

Ship began swinging to the flood at 10.30pm, and finished at 11.15pm.


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29 June 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.993, Long -76.316


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright star and moonlight.

Moon rose at 12.10am.

Light SW breeze.

Tide running strong flood.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Light airs and light breezes from West to NNW.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Boston" made routine time and dress signals general 3340 and 3957.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 85 pounds fresh meat and vegetables each; and 68 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from NNW to ENE.

Barometer steady.

S. Simmons, Ordinary Seaman, absent without leave, returned on board 78½ hour over time.

By order of Commanding Officer C. Gulbrunsen, Seaman, was placed in confinement on bread and water for three days, for being slow in obeying the orders of the Master-at-Arms, and the following punishments were assigned, namely: R.E.L. Garcine, Seaman Apprentice First-class, neglect of duty, failing to report boat coming alongside, 2 hours' extra duty; F.W. Flood, Private Marine, neglect of duty, failing to report boat coming alongside, 4 hours' extra duty.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

The following named men were absent without leave, namely: C.W. Tatler, Private Marine, L. Morris, Captain of Hold, and F. Baker, Ship's Corporal.

Exercised 1st and 3rd Divisions at great guns, instructed 2nd Division, and drilled Powder Division and Marines at small arms.

By order of the Commanding Officer J. Costain, Machinist, was placed under sentry's charge for safe keeping.

At 9.00am, 10.00am and 12.00pm made routine signals.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from ENE.

Received on board 2300 gallons water in Engineer's Department and 1700 [gallons] in Paymaster's Department.

Exercised 2nd Division signal class.

Exercised 1st and 2nd cutters and whale boat under sail.

Sent liberty party on shore.

At 3.40pm U.S.S. "Boston" made [signal] 2984.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light breeze from NE and ENE.

Barometer rising.

Ship commenced swinging to the ebb at 4.45pm, and finished at 6.00pm.

At 6.00pm U.S.S. "Boston" made general signal 1027.

Answered, and sent a boat.

L. Morris, Coal Heaver, absent without leave, returned on board 84 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light wind from SE to SSE.

Riding to the ebb, slack water low at 11.30pm.


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30 June 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.993, Long -76.316


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, with bright moonlight.

Light breeze to light airs from SE by South.

Flood tide.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from ESE.

Barometer steady.

Ship commenced swinging to the ebb at 5.15am, and finished at 6.20am.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Boston" made time and uniform signals.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy weather.

Light wind from SE to East by South.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, the following men being absent over time: G. Frei, Equipment's Yeoman, J. Gable, Oiler, J. Kenefick, Boatswain's Mate, and F. Baker, Ship's Corporal.

By order of the Commanding Officer C.W. Tatler, Private Marine, was this day declared a deserter from the 20th of this month, he having been absent for ten days without permission.

Exercised the divisions as follows: 1st Division setting up drill; 2nd Division great guns; 3rd Division and Powder Division small arms.

Exercised at closing watertight doors, times; berth deck 25 seconds; starboard engine room 35 seconds; and port engine room 32 seconds.

At 11.00am started fires under two more boilers.

Bent the three trysails.

Made the following signals to U.S.S. "Boston": at 9.00am numeral 5; at 10.00am numeral 1; and at 12.00pm numeral 305.

Riding to the ebb tide, slack water low at 11.30am.

By order of Commanding Office released J.H. Costain, Machinist, from charge of sentry.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy first half, fair later.

Light East and East by South breezes.

Flood tide, velocity at 2.45pm 2.1 knots.

At 12.35pm Senior Officer made general tactical signal 249 answer 183, numeral 5, numeral 10, and at 2.45pm general 3093.

Commanding Officer repaired on board U.S.S. "Boston".


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light wind from East by South to SE by East.

Slack water at 6.35pm, swung to ebb at 9.40pm.

Making preparations for sea.


8pm to midnight:

Fair first half, cloudy later.

Light SE by East breeze.

J. Gable, Oiler, G. Frei, Equipment's Yeoman, and F. Baker, Ship's Corporal, returned on board.

Ebb tide at 10.45pm, 0.8 knots.

At 11.00pm started fires in 4th boiler.


Approved.

[Signed by] F.E. Chadwick, Commander, U.S. Navy, commanding


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LOG BOOK – JULY 1st 1891 TO DECEMBER 31st 1891


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Received March 21, 1892.


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LOG BOOK

of the

U.S.S. "Yorktown"

3rd Rate,

of Six Guns,


Commanded By

Commander R.D. Evans, U.S. Navy,

Attached to Pacific Squadron,

Commencing July 1st, 1891,

at Hampton Roads, Virginia,

and ending December 31st, 1891,

at Valparaiso, Chile.


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List of Officers


Attached to and on board of the U.S.S. "Yorktown", 3rd Rate, commanded by Commander R.D. Evans, U.S. Navy, during the period covered by this Log-Book, from July 1st, 1891, to January 1st, 1892.


Name

Rank

F.E. Chadwick

Commander

R.D. Evans

Commander

H.G.O. Colby

Lieutenant

Duncan Kennedy [Dunkan in log-book]

Lieutenant

C.A. Bradbury

Lieutenant

W.P. Conway

Lieutenant

T.E. De Witt Veeder

Lieutenant

B.A. Fiske

Lieutenant

A.G. Winterhalter

Lieutenant

G.R. Evans

Ensign

R.H. Jackson

Ensign

B.F. Hutchinson

Ensign

C. Andrade

Chief Engineer

A. Adamson

Chief Engineer

C.W. Littlefield

Passed Assistant Paymaster

J.R. Martin

Passed Assistant Paymaster

J.C. Boyd

Surgeon

G.E.H. Harmon

Surgeon

J.R. Patterson

Paymaster's Clerk

G.W. Grindle

Paymaster's Clerk

C.H. Hayes

Assistant Engineer

C.E. Rommel

Assistant Engineer


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List of Officers


Who have died, been detached, or transferred, on board the U.S.S. "Yorktown", commanded by Commander R.D. Evans, U.S. Navy, during the period covered by this Log-Book, from July 1st, 1891, to January 1st, 1892.


Name

Rank

Time of Occurrence, and Particulars

F.E. Chadwick

Commander

Detached July 18th

H.G.O. Colby

Lieutenant

Detached August 19th

C. Andrade

Chief Engineer

Detached September 21st

J.C. Boyd

Surgeon

Detached September 21st

G.R. Evans

Ensign

Detached September 23rd

C.A. Bradbury

Lieutenant

Detached September 30th

C.W. Littlefield

Passed Assistant Paymaster

Detached October 1st

J.R. Patterson

Paymaster's Clerk

Detached October 1st


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Complement of Petty Officers, Seamen, Ordinary Seamen, Landsmen, Boys, and Marines on board of the U.S.S. "Yorktown", 3rd Rate, at first commissioning April 23rd, 1889.


Number Allowed

Rates

Number On Board


Chief Boatswain's Mate

1


Boatswain's Mate

1


Chief Gunner's Mate

1


Chief Quartermaster

1


Quartermaster

3


Coxswains

4


Captains of Forecastle

2


Captains of Afterguard

2


Quarter-Gunners

4


Carpenter's Mates

1


Sailmaker's Mates

1


Armorer

1


Captains of Hold

1


Ship's Cook

1


Ship's Corporals

1


Carpenters and Calkers

2


Baymen

1


Master-at-Arms

1


Apothecary

1


Ship's Yeoman

1


Paymaster's Yeoman

1


Engineer's Yeoman

1


Ship's Writer

1


Ship's Barber

1


Painter

1


Bugler

1


Jack of the Dust

1


Blacksmith

1


Cabin Steward

1


Cabin Cook

1


Ward-room Steward

1


Ward-room Cook

1


Steerage Stewards

1


Steerage Cooks

1


Seamen

18


Ordinary Seamen

13


Landsmen

14


Machinists

7


Boiler Makers

1


Water Tenders

6


Oilers

9


First-class Firemen

8


Second-class Firemen

8


Coal Heavers

15


Total

144


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U.S.S. "Yorktown".

Description of Instruments used for Meteorological Observations, their Location, et cetera.


Instrument

Maker

Number

Location

Date of Last Comparison

Compared With

Error

Mercurial Barometer

Adie, London

56

In cabin




Aneroid Barometer

U.S. Navy


Under poop on cabin bulkhead

January 21, 1891

Standard at Norfolk, Virginia

Correct

Thermometer (Dry Bulb)

Green, New York

3949

On forward side of pilot house




Thermometer (Wet Bulb) (Psychrometer)

Green, New York

3950

Same





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Armament


Of the U.S.S. "Yorktown", 3rd Rate.


Primary


Number of Guns

Caliber

Mark

Description

Cartridge

Projectiles

Carriages

Powder

Weight

Kind

Weight

6

6-inch

III


Brown Prismatic

32.6 pounds for reduced charges and 42.6 pounds for ordinary charges

Cast iron, common

100 pounds

Center pivot

Steel, common

100 pounds

Shrapnel

100 pounds


Secondary


Number of Guns

Caliber

Mark

Description

Cartridge

Projectiles

Carriages

Powder

Weight

Kind

Weight

2

6-pounder Rapid Fire

Hotchkiss






2

3-pounder Rapid Fire

Hotchkiss






1

1-pounder Rapid Fire

Hotchkiss






2

37 mm Revolving Cannon

Hotchkiss






2

Gatling

Model 1880







Boat armament


Sailing launch: 1 1-pounder Rapid Fire Hotchkiss.

First cutter: 1 Gatling, model 1880.


Small arms


100 Remington-Lee rifles.

114 Colt's Direct Action revolvers.


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LOGS FOR JULY 1891


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1 July 1891

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia, and making passage to Boston, Massachusetts

Lat 36.993, Long -76.316


Midnight to 4am:

Fair and cloudy weather.

Light to gentle breezes from East by South.

Barometer 29.97 to 29.94.

Commenced swinging to the flood at 12.30am, finished at 1.15am.


4am to 8am:

Overcast by clouds.

Light wind from East by South.

Slack water high at 6.50am, swung to ebb at 7.35am.

At 5.10am made out U.S.S. "Chicago" coming down the channel from Norfolk.

Called all hands up anchor, hove in to 15 fathoms and awaited the flagship.

At 5.35am veered to 37½ fathoms, and at 6.30am banked fires.

At 6.30am the flagship passed out and anchored outside of U.S.S. "Atlanta".

U.S.S. "Newark" fired a salute of 13 guns which was returned by 7 guns from the flagship.

J. Kenefick, Boatswain's Mate, returned on board 21 hours over time.

Sent official mail on shore.

At 5.40am U.S.S. "Boston" made general signal 4890, at 5.40am the flagship made negative 237, at 6.10am telegraphic 8332, 624, 5468 and 8019, at 6.30am 2121, and at 7.40am 3340, 6875 and 3955.

Ship's draught 13 feet 6 inches forward and 16 feet 2 inches aft.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, first three hours overcast.

Light breezes from South by East to SE.

Barometer steady at 30.00.

At 9.00am made numeral 5, at 10.00am numeral 1, at noon numeral 300.

Received in Engineer's Department: 20 pounds marline; 100 yards blue fish line; 60 globe valves; 42 nipples; 12 water gauge glasses; 3 Stetson wrenches; 1 Cushman 4-jaw chuck; 1 set taps, ⅜ inch; 6 brass unions, 1 inch; 6 malleable iron return bends; 12 ditto elbows; 6 wrought iron nipples; 1 sheet boiler iron, flat; and 300 pounds waste.

Received in Ordnance Department: 1 extractor 3-pounder; 1 hand extractor 3-pounder; 1 bristle sponge, 37 millimeter; 8 hand springs, revolver; and 11 rebound springs, revolver.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy to fair.

Light to gentle breezes ESE first three hours, East by North last hour.

Barometer steady.

At 12.05pm flagship made general signal 4562.

Spread fires.

At 12.30pm engines reported ready.

At 12.57pm the flag of acting Rear Admiral Walker was transferred to U.S.S. "Newark".

Hove in to 15 fathoms.

Called all hands up anchor at 12.55pm.

Broke position pennant at 1.00pm.

At 1.02pm flagship made [signal] tactical 240, at 1.13pm tactical 256.

Started ahead, the order being "Clean at half distance", U.S.S. "Newark" leading, followed by U.S.S. "Atlanta", U.S.S. "Boston" and U.S.S. "Yorktown".

Flood tide.

Draught of ship forward 13 feet 6 inches, aft 16 feet 2 inches.

U.S.S. "Chicago" [signaled] to flagship: telegraphic 0776, 0969, 0088, 8940.

Flagship to U.S.S. "Chicago": telegraphic 6276, 9273.

Steering various courses standing down Hampton Roads.

At 1.49pm took departure, Thimble light (per compass) North, patent log 74.

Course ESE¼E, following motions of flagship.

At 3.15pm changed course.

Until 3.38pm, patent log 89.1, changing course gradually to ENE⅝E.

From 3.45pm, patent log 100.9, to 4.00pm changed course gradually to NE by E½E.

Steam report for last three hours: steam 120 pounds, vacuum 26, average revolutions 99.

At end of watch second section considerably astern of position.

By order of Commanding Officer F.L. Hoagland, Oiler, was place in confinement on bread and water for three days, for disrespect to Commanding Officer.


4pm to 6pm:

Partially cloudy.

Light breezes from East by North.

In column at half distance, keeping position on U.S.S. "Boston", she being about a mile astern of her position.

Following movements of flagship, making good course NE by E½E.

At 4.50pm passed Cape Charles whistling buoy, and at 5.12pm Cape Charles lightship bore abeam.

Under steam alone using 4 boilers.

Pressure 120, vacuum 26, revolutions 101.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle breeze from East by North.

Barometer rising.

Steaming in column ahead, vessel [left blank].

Number of revolutions 105.9, steam 116 pounds, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Sky overcast by clouds, occasional lightning to the Southward and to the Southward and Eastward.

Moderate breeze from East by South.

At end of watch the ships approximately in position.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 102, vacuum 26 inches.


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2 July 1891

At sea, making passage to Boston, Massachusetts

Lat 38.78, Long -72.77


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, light occasional rain.

Light to moderate ENE and East by North breeze.

In column at half distance, making good NE by E½E per standard [compass], following flagship.

Average steam pressure 120 [pounds], revolutions 101.8.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, heavy rain with fog first hour, occasional light drizzle during remainder of watch.

Moderate to stiff breezes from East by North to ESE.

Barometer falling.

Moderate sea.

Squadron formation column at half distance.

Under steam alone steering course NE by E½E.

At end of watch ships approximately in position.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, vacuum 26 inches, average number of turns 100.8.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with occasional rain squalls.

Gentle to moderate breezes from ESE, backing last hour to ENE.

In column at half distance, following motions of flagship, making good NE by E½E.

At 9.00am made numeral 0, at 10.00am numeral 1, and at 11.55am numeral 276.

At 11.10am flagship made general [signal] 6317, and in compliance therewith U.S.S. "Atlanta" made numeral 8.6, U.S.S. "Boston" numeral 9.2 and U.S.S. "Yorktown" numeral 9.6.

Steam pressure 120 [pounds], revolutions 100, vacuum 26.

By order of Commanding Officer F.L. Hoagland, Oiler, and C. Gulbrunsen, Seaman, were released from confinement.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy weather, drizzling rain last half.

Gentle to moderate breeze from East by North.

Barometer unsteady.

Fired 6-inch breech loading rifle number 35 twice for pressure.

Expended in Ordnance Department one 42.6 pounds charge and one 32.6 pounds charge and two common shell.

Steaming in column ahead, ships at varying distances.

Steam 120 pounds, average number of revolutions 101, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, with drizzling rain.

Moderate wind from ENE.

Passed a steamer standing to the Southward and exchanged salutes.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 101, vacuum 26 inches.

At end of watch the ships approximately in position.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, first hour rainy.

Light ENE breeze.

In column at half distance, making good NE by E½E.

Revolutions 100, steam pressure 120 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and damp.

Gentle breezes from East by North.

Moderate sea.

Barometer steady.

Column at half distance, steering course NE by E½E.

Ships approximately in position at end of watch.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, vacuum 26 inches, average number of turns 100.


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3 July 1891

At sea, making passage from Hampton Roads, Virginia, to Boston, Massachusetts

Lat 41.09, Long -69.12


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs from ENE and NE by East.

Sighted a steam bound to the Southward and Westward at 2.00am, which ran a parallel course till 3.40am, then stood off the Southward and Westward again.

In column at half distance, this vessel keeping position on U.S.S. "Boston", which at end of watch was about a half a mile behind.

Steam pressure 120 [pounds], revolutions 102, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, damp weather, with occasional fog.

Light airs and breezes from NE by East.

Barometer unsteady.

Several sail in sight during watch.

At 7.50am got soundings with Sir William Thomson's [Thompson in log-book] machine in 24 fathoms water, bottom sand with black specks.

Steaming in column ahead, second section astern of position until towards end of watch when it closed up to "half distance".

Average number revolutions 100.4, steam 120 pounds, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, with fog, varying in density until 10.30am when it lifted and soon cleared, the weather becoming fine.

Light airs from East by North to NE.

At 8.10am U.S.S. "Boston" broke the red flag at her main and continued to fly it upwards of an hour, keeping her position however.

Upon inquiry being made from this vessel as to cause it was replied that the signal was a mistake.

At 8.15am U.S.S. "Atlanta" dropped down and then fell out of the line and took position astern.

At 9.00am got a cast of the lead in 22 fathoms water, bottom white sand and mud with yellow specks.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

At 10.00am got a cast in 36 fathoms, bottom pebble stones.

At 10.35am overtook the flagship which slowed down to allow U.S.S. "Atlanta" to come up.

All of the ships then resumed their positions and kept them closely for the remainder of the watch, the weather having cleared.

At 10.47am changed course to N¼W (per compass) following the course of the flagship.

At 10.45am got a cast of the lead in 42 fathoms, bottom sand.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 101, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with light breeze and airs from NNE to WNW.

In column at half distance, making good until 1.30pm N¼W, then NNW¾W per standard [compass].

Revolutions 104.6, pressure 120.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant until about 5.40pm, when thick fog set in from the westward.

Light airs from WSW.

Barometer steady.

Making course NNW⅝W.

At 5.41pm flagship made [signal] tactical 255.

Took "distance".

At 4.23pm sighted land 4 points on port bow.

At 4.26pm flagship made general signal 2984.

At 4.52pm flagship broke preparatory pennant and made general wigwag signal "masthead flags with flagship at sunrise tomorrow morning" and preparations made for dress ship full after entering Boston harbor.

At 5.07pm went to fire quarters, times as follows, namely: 1st Division 1 minute; 2nd Division 2 minutes 30 seconds; 3rd Division 35 seconds; Marines 1 minute 5 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute, Engineer's [Division] 40 seconds.

At 5.20pm sighted Highland light bearing about NW¾N.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, vacuum 26 inches, average turns 102.


6pm to 8pm:

Partially clear, occasional banks of fog.

Light breezes from WSW and SW.

In column at distance, steering course NNW⅝W till 7.20pm, when flagship changed course to NW⅞W.

Steaming under four boilers, pressure 120, vacuum 26, revolutions 101.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light breeze from West by South.

Barometer falling.

At about 9.00pm sighted Minots Ledge light 1½ points on port beam.

At 9.55pm [10.55pm in log-book] it bore on port beam.

At 10.10pm sighted Boston light one point on port bow.

After 10.00pm changing course frequently following the flagship.

Flagship made the following signals: "we shall anchor outside Boston light", 2972, 290.

At 11.25pm came to in 7 fathoms water, hard bottom, with port anchor, and veered to 45 fathoms chain.

Bearings at anchor: Boston light WNW¾W (magnetic) and Minots Ledge light SE by South (magnetic).

Flagship made signal 2121.

Banked fires.


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4 July 1891

At anchor Massachusetts Bay, and at Boston, Massachusetts

Lat 42.364, Long -71.044


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and damp.

Light breeze from SSW to South.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with heavy thunder and vivid lightning first hour, accompanied by rain and hail, after which continuous light rain, except last hour.

Light airs to moderate breeze from SE and SSW.

At sunrise dressed ship, United States ensigns at mastheads, in honor of day and following flagship.

At 7.30am flagship made uniform and time signals.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, squally until last hour, light sprinkle at intervals first three hours.

Light to moderate breezes from SSW.

Barometer steady.

Engines reported ready at 8.38am.

Started to heave in to short stay.

At 8.57am called all hands up anchor.

[At] 9.00am broke position pennant.

At 9.10am flagship made [signal] tactical 241.

Anchor away at 9.13am.

Standing into Boston harbor in column at distance.

Steering various courses following motions of flagship.

Ship conned by Commanding Officer.

At 10.35am U.S.S. "Newark" hoisted her number, cornet 124.

At 10.36am flagship fired a salute of 7 guns.

At 10.42am flagship made general signal 5573.

At 11.00am let go port anchor in 7 fathoms water, muddy bottom, and veered to 30 fathoms.

Flood tide.

At 11.15am flagship made general signal 3469.

Dressed ship full rainbow fashion.

At 11.20am flagship made general signal 4557.

Allowed fires to die out under three boilers, banked fired under boiler A.

Draught of ship forward 12 feet 8 inches, aft 16 feet.

Bearings at anchorage: State House dome SW by W½W, Bunker Hill monument NW, both bearings magnetic.

At 10.00am made sick report numeral 3, at 12.00pm coal report 235.

At 12.00pm fired a salute of 21 guns in hour of the anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SSW and SW.

Sent liberty party ashore.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair and clear.

Light to gentle breezes from between SW and West by North.

Barometer rising.

At sundown undressed ship.


8pm to midnight:

Fair weather, passing shower at 9.00pm.

Light breezes from SW by South and West by North.

Commander F.E. Chadwick returned on board.


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5 July 1891

At anchor Boston, Massachusetts

Lat 42.364, Long -71.044


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from West and WSW.

Bright starlight.

Barometer steady.

Ship riding to ebb tide.


4am to 8am:

Fair.

Light airs to light breezes from between SW and West by South.

Barometer rising.

At 5.30am finished swinging to flood.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3350, and immediately afterwards the dispatch flag.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light to gentle breezes from West by South and WSW.

At 9.30am had preliminary inspection, following which Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters, then had general muster and read Articles for Government of United States Navy.

Sent liberty [party] ashore.

Made routine signals to flagship, namely: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 0; at 12.00pm numeral 224.

At 11.00am flagship made [signal] 1087 to this vessel, and a boat was sent in obedience to signal.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Gentle breezes from WSW and West by North.

Barometer steady.

Ship riding to the ebb tide all of watch.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, passing shower second hour.

Light breeze from WSW and West.

Finished swinging to flood at 6.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight.

Light breeze from West.

Barometer falling slowly.

Ship commenced swinging to the ebb at 11.20pm and finished at 11.45pm.


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6 July 1891

At anchor Boston, Massachusetts

Lat 42.364, Long -71.044


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather.

Light breeze from West by North to West by South.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cool.

Light to moderate breezes from WSW to WNW.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool weather.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NNW.

Barometer steady.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

Drilled gun divisions at great guns and instructed Powder Division.

2nd period, organized and instructed infantry and artillery companies.

At 9.00am, 10.00am and noon made routine signals.

At 11.50am flagship made general signal 3350, answered.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather.

Moderate wind from WNW to NW by North.

Engaged painting ship inside.

Drilled the artillery company.

The Governor of Massachusetts passed en route to flagship.

Received from U.S.S. "Wabash" the following men, without transfer papers or accounts: Martin W. Lydon, Machinist, William F. Flynn, Coal Heaver, Martin Flaherty, Coal Heaver, Henry Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, and John Smith, Coal Heaver.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from NW by North and West.

Barometer rising.

Ship swung to the flood between 6.00 and 7.00 o'clock.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, cool.

Light breeze from WNW.

Ship riding to the flood.


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7 July 1891

At anchor Boston, Massachusetts

Lat 42.364, Long -71.044


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, with bright starlight.

Light West by South and West breezes.

Ebb tide after 12.40am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light breeze from West and West by South.

Barometer rising.

At 7.00am flagship made general signal 3340, at 7.30am 5455, and at 7.50am 3950.

At 7.30am loosed sail.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather, clearing latter part.

Light breeze from West by North to WSW.

At 9.00am made absentee signal numeral 0.

At 9.15am officers of Naval Battalion of Massachusetts [Volunteer] Militia came on board.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters.

Exercised gun divisions at great guns and Powder Division at general quarters.

At 10.30am went to quarters, the Naval Militia officers manning guns, and afterwards inspecting the magazines, shell rooms, et cetera.

At 10.00am made sick signal numeral 0, and at noon coal report numeral 229.

At 11.40am flagship made signal 3918.

Punishments awarded by Commanding Officer as follows, namely: J. Wescovers, Seaman, neglect of duty, failing to report steamer's light when plainly visible, six hours' extra duty; M.J. McQuirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, J. Gabel, Oiler, neglect of duty, not having absentee report sent on at 9.00am, McQuirk, 2 hours' extra duty, J. Gabel 3 hours' extra duty; J. Gabel, Oiler, slow and inattentive on signal watch, 2 hours' extra duty; W. Cuff, Landsman, F. Johnson, Ordinary Seaman, out of uniform, 2 hours' extra duty.

Received 10 3-pounder Hotchkiss and 10 37 millimeter revolving cannon empty cartridge cases from U.S.S. "Boston".


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with light drizzling rain.

At 1.30pm exercised officers of Naval Militia at secondary battery and great guns.

They left the ship for U.S.S. "Vesuvius" at 3.40pm.

At 1.00pm flagship made [signal] 4826, furled sails.

Received 1 voltmeter from Edison General Electric Company.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with light rain.

Light breeze from South to SE.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy and rainy, last hour squally.

Light to moderate breezes from SE and SSW last hour in light squalls.

Flood tide.


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8 July 1891

At anchor Boston, Massachusetts

Lat 42.364, Long -71.044


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and rainy.

Gentle to stiff breezes in squalls from SSW first part, moderating to gentle breeze from WSW latter part.

Barometer falling slowly.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and rainy first half, clearing afterwards.

Wind light from WSW to WNW.

At 7.00am flagship made [signal] 3357.

Lighthouse steamer U.S.L.H.T. "Geranium" went down the harbor.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with light to gentle NW by North breeze.

At 9.00am officers of Naval Militia came on board.

From 9.30am to 11.00am drilled at general quarters in accordance with squadron order, times as follows.

Cast loose and provide: 1st Division 2 minutes 3 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 10 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 50 seconds; Powder Division 4 minutes 30 seconds; Navigator's Division 2 minutes 5 seconds.

Secure at 9.50am.

General quarters at 10.10am, Naval Militia participating, cast loose and provide: 1st Division 2 minutes 35 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 35 seconds; 3rd Division 2 minutes 20 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes 30 seconds; Navigator's Division 2 minutes.

Secure at 10.35am: 1st Division 2 minutes 20 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 0 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 45 seconds; Navigator's Division 2 minutes.

Cast loose and provide at 10.39am: 1st Division 2 minutes 45 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 42 seconds; 3rd Division 2 minutes 5 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 50 seconds.

Retreat at 10.50am.

From 11.15am to 11.45am instructed and drilled militia crews at secondary battery.

Flood tide.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy.

Light airs to light breezes from the NNW.

Barometer steady.

Frank Henry Rushman, an Oiler, was this day honorably discharged from U.S.S. "Yorktown" and from the Naval Service of the United States.

Exercised Naval Militia at the several guns of the secondary battery.

Instructed the same at stations in boats armed for distant service.

At 3.30pm flagship made general signal to fleet, 1494.

Sent away all boats armed and equipped for distant service.

The boats from the different vessels formed in different lines abreast of the flagship U.S.S. "Newark" and were exercised by signal from the flagship.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, light airs to light breezes from WNW and WSW.

Ebb tide till 7.15pm, flood at 7.55pm.

Received in Equipment Department 2500 gallons fresh water for steaming purposes.

Ash lighter came alongside, discharged ashes.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light breezes from between WSW and North by West.

Barometer steady.

Flood tide.


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9 July 1891

At anchor Boston, Massachusetts, [and at sea for practice]

Lat 42.39, Long -70.90 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy weather.

Light airs to light breezes from NE and NNE.

Riding to ebb tide.

Started fires in C and D boilers at 3.00am.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with light NE and NNE breezes.

Preparing to get under way.


8am to meridian:

Partially cloudy.

Light airs and breezes from NNE to ENE.

Barometer rising.

At 9.00am the flagship U.S.S. "Newark" fired a salute of 13 guns.

At 9.15am the officers of the Naval Battalion of the Massachusetts Volunteer Militia came on board.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Hove in to short stay at about 9.00am.

Engines ready at 8.45am.

At about 9.40am called all hands up anchor.

At 9.50am flagship made [signal] tactical 240, at 10.15am tactical 255.

Hove up anchor.

Draught of ship forward 12 feet 4 inches, aft 16 feet 0 inches.

Standing out of Boston harbor remaining of watch.

At 11.20am flagship made general signal 3663, and at 11.25am numeral 11 answer 30.

At 11.48am flagship made 5375.

Made routine signals to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 0; at 12.00pm numeral 222.

Average steam pressure 120 [pounds], vacuum 26, revolutions 91.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from NE to ESE.

At 12.10pm came to anchor in 16 fathoms water, hard sandy bottom, and veered to 25 fathoms on port chain.

Got target over side.

At 1.35pm flagship made general [signal] 6328, and at 2.15pm the vessels formed in column at double distance and at 2.30pm commenced firing at target in succession as each vessel steamed past.

The main battery being manned in part and fired by Massachusetts Volunteer Militia.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair.

Light airs to light breezes from ESE first part, NNE latter part.

Barometer rising.

At beginning of watch continuing practice with secondary battery, manned by Officer of Naval Battalion Massachusetts Volunteer Militia.

At 4.12pm flagship made [signal] tactical 73, and at 4.18pm tactical 74.

Everything secure on board at 4.45pm.

At 4.30pm flagship made to U.S.S. "Yorktown" [signal] 5779.

Picked up target.

Flagship made to fleet at 4.37pm tactical 255.

Headed in for entrance to Boston harbor and regained position in squadron, column at distance.

At 6.28pm came to abreast of Constitution wharf in 6 fathoms water, soft bottom, and veered to 15 fathoms, port chain.

At 6.45pm flagship made general signal 2121.

Banked fires.

Average steam pressure 116 [pounds], vacuum 25, revolutions 88.

At 6.15pm flagship made to U.S.S. "Yorktown" [signal] 3094.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Moon set at 9.20pm.

Light airs from NNE hauling to West last two hours.

At 9.00pm naval attack began upon U.S.S. "Newark", U.S.S. "Boston" and U.S.S. "Atlanta" lasting till 10.00pm.


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10 July 1891

At anchor Boston, Massachusetts, [and anchored off Deer Island]

Lat 42.350, Long -70.965 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cold.

Light breezes from NW.

Barometer steady.

Ship commenced swinging to the ebb at 1.45am, and finished at 2.30am.


4am to 8am:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Light airs to light breezes from NW.

Light mist about horizon at end of watch.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3357.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from NW hauling to ESE.

At 9.30am broke position pennant and hove short.

At 9.45am flagship made [signals] 6379 and 3340.

At 9.55am 240 and 255, and got under way in column at distance in obedience to signal.

At 10.30am flagship made general signal 3955.

Standing down toward Deer Island till 11.00am when flagship made general 233, and squadron inverting order, anchored in column at distance, this vessel anchoring in 10½ fathoms water and veering to 30 fathoms on port chain.

At 11.20am flagship made general [signal] 58, and in obedience to signal embarked one company of infantry and one piece of artillery to land at signal.

Made routing signals at 9.00am, 10.00am and 12.00pm.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from ESE and SE.

Barometer steady.

At 12.20pm flagship made general signal 18 to boat fleet, at 12.21pm general signal 73 to fleet, at 12.26pm general signal 74.

Landed a company of infantry, one of artillery and the Marines to engage in a sham battle on Deer Island.

Boats returned to the ship at about 1.30pm.

At 1.48pm flagship made general signal 2379, at 2.10pm 241, answered, and at 2.30pm the fleet got under way and stood up the bay in column at distance.

At 2.49pm flagship made general signal 557, and at 2.51pm signal 1211 to this vessel, answered, and anchored with port anchor in 5 fathoms water.

At 3.00pm flagship made signal 237 to this vessel, answered, and got under way, stood up harbor and at 3.20pm anchored between Chelsea and North ferries in 5½ fathoms water with port anchor and veered to 15 fathoms chain.

At 3.48pm made signal interrogatory 2259 to flagship, which was answered in the affirmative.

By direction of the Harbor Master hove up port anchor and shifted berth a short distance to the Westward, let go port anchor in 7 fathoms water and veered to 15 fathoms chain at water's edge.

Ship's draught forward 12 feet 1 inch, aft 16 feet 0 inches.

Banked fires.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breezes from SE to WSW.

At 7.45pm began swinging to ebb tide.

Sent liberty party ashore.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight.

Light breezes from WSW and West.

Barometer rising.

Ship finished swinging to the flood at 9.35pm.


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11 July 1891

At anchor Boston, Massachusetts

Lat 42.386, Long -71.040


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from West by South.

Slack water high at 2.40am, swung to ebb at 3.20am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, hazy last part.

Light airs and light breezes from West.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal general 3350, followed by despatch, at 7.25am general 3955.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light airs from NNE to ESE.

At 9.00am made absentee report numeral 0, at 10.00am sick report numeral 0, and at noon coal report numeral 210.

At 10.15am flagship made general signal 59.

Landed Marines and infantry for parade on shore at Navy Yard.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 144 pounds fresh bread; 90 pounds beef and vegetables each.

A.J. Quigley, Coal Heaver, absent over time.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Light wind from East by South to SE first three hours, then shifting to WSW.

Slack water high at 3.22pm.

A large number of persons visited the ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from SW.

Barometer falling slowly.

At 4.15pm Marines and infantry returned to the vessel having accompanied the Naval Militia of Massachusetts to their armory.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, cool.

SW airs.

Slack water low at 8.30pm, swung to flood at 10.30pm.


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12 July 1891

At anchor Boston, Massachusetts

Lat 42.386, Long -71.040


Midnight to 4am:

Fair, with light SW and West by North breezes.

Started to swing to ebb at 3.10am.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Calms and light airs from West by North.

Barometer steady.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from South by East.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, following men being absent without leave, overtime: W.C. Carson, Quarter Gunner, G. Glispey, Chief Boatswain's Mate, W. F. Flynn, Coal Heaver, E. Lundberg, Seaman, J. Mathison, Seaman, J. Dolbier, Ordinary Seaman, J.E. Groat, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, W. Cuff, Landsman, H.A. Shepley, Seaman Apprentice First-class, J. Cleary, Seaman Apprentice First-class, P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker, R. Lee, Private Marine, J.L. Carlton, Private Marine, W. O'Connell, Seaman Apprentice First-class, and A.J. Quigley, Coal Heaver.

Found to have left the ship without permission since quarters yesterday: J. Mather, First-class Fireman, M. Foley, First-class Fireman, P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, W.J. Sloan, Second-class Fireman, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, and M.F. Flaherty, Coal Heaver.

The following men subsequently returned on board: J. Mathison, Ordinary Seaman, H.A. Shepley, Seaman Apprentice First-class, R. Lee, Private Marine, and J.L. Carlton, Private Marine.

A reward of ten dollars each was offered for the apprehension of and delivery on board of this ship of the following named men: J. Mather, First-class Fireman, M. Foley, First-class Fireman, P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, W.J. Sloan, Second-class Fireman, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, and M.F. Flaherty, Coal Heaver.

The following men were arrested by mistake by the police and were delivered on board without reward: P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker, J. Cleary, Seaman Apprentice First-class, J.E. Groat, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, and J. Dolbier, Ordinary Seaman,.

The following signals were made: from flagship general 3962; from U.S.S. "Yorktown" to flagship at 9.00am numeral 19, at 10.00am numeral 0, and at noon numeral 208.

A small number of people from shore visited the ship.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

Slack water low at 9.30am, swung to flood at 10.30am.

U.S.S. "Newark" hauled down the flag of Rear Admiral Walker, and U.S.S. "Boston" hoisted the Senior Officer's pennant.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy first half, fair latter.

Light airs from SE to light breezes from East to SE by East.

G. Glispey, Chief Boatswain's Mate, returned on board 5½ hours over time.

Numerous visitors on board.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Airs from ENE to South by East.

A large number of visitors on board.

W.C. Carson, Quarter Gunner, returned on board 11 hours over time.

Swung to ebb at 4.40pm.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, with light breeze from SW and WSW.

At 10.30pm began to swing to flood, finishing at 11.00pm.

Moon set about 11.30pm.

A.J. Quigley, Coal Heaver, returned on board 64 hours over time.


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13 July 1891

At anchor Boston, Massachusetts, and making passage to New York

Lat 42.386, Long -71.040


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and bright starlight.

Light airs and breezes from WSW to SW.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Airs from West.

P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, M. Foley, Second-class Fireman, and J. Flaherty, Second-class Fireman, returned on board having been absent without permission to leave the ship.

W. Cuff, Landsman, and W. O'Connell, Seaman Apprentice First-class, returned on board 24 hours over time, and R.F. Pickett, First-class Fireman, returned on board 15½ hours over time.

Swung to ebb at 4.40am.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light airs to gentle breeze from West.

At 9.40am commenced, and at 11.30am finished swinging to flood.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 90 pounds each fresh beef and vegetables; and 72 pounds of soft bread.

Received in Equipment Department, exempted classes: one volt-meter.

Received in Construction Department articles as per list annexed [below].

J.G. Ford, Seaman Apprentice First-class, E. Hannis, Ordinary Seaman, and T. Desmond, Landsman, returned on board 4, 4 and 11 hours over time respectively.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, following men absent without leave: W. F. Flynn, Coal Heaver, E. Lungberg, Seaman, T. Desmond, Landsman, J.G. Ford, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, E. Hannis, Ordinary Seaman, J. Kelly, Private Marine, G. Wilson, Private Marine, J. Mather, First-class Fireman, and F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver.

Made following signals to Senior Officer: at 9.00am numeral 9; at 10.00am numeral 0; at 10.10am interrogatory 2076; at 12.00pm to flagship numeral 235.

Senior Officer made following signals: at 10.15am to U.S.S. "Yorktown" affirmative; at 11.28am to squadron 2984, piped down washed clothes.

At 11.50am U.S.S. "Boston" hauled down Senior Officer's pennant, U.S.S "Newark" hoisting flag of Commander-in-Chief.

An electrician for the Standard Thermometer Company came on board at 9.00am and was engaged until noon on the electric range indicators.

W.H. Knobelsdorf, Quartermaster, reported expiration of term of enlistment.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Light breezes from West to WSW.

Barometer falling slowly.

Making preparations for sea.

At about 12.45pm engines were reported ready.

The port anchor was hove up and let go again from the hawse pipe, the 15-fathom shackle pen came out causing the loss of the port anchor and 15 fathoms chain.

Grappled unsuccessfully for anchor and chain.

By direction of the Commander-in-Chief reported loss of anchor and chain to Commandant of the Navy Yard.

Kept ship in position by means of engines, awaiting motions of flagship.

At 12.05pm flagship made general signal 581.

At 12.55pm U.S.S. "Yorktown" to flagship general signal 1276.

At 1.30pm flagship made [signal] tactical 240, and at 1.50pm tactical 255.

Went ahead, squadron in column at distance, steering various courses standing down the harbor.

Draught of ship forward 12 feet 2 inches, aft 16 feet 0 inches.

Discharged this day with Honorable Discharge from U.S.S. "Yorktown" and the Naval Service William H. Knobelsdorf, Quartermaster, and retained him on board as passenger to New York by order of Commanding Officer.

Private J. Kelly, U.S. Marine Corps, returned on board 5½ hours over time.

Took departure off Boston lighthouse at 2.58pm, patent log 84.5.

Course SE by E¼E.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, vacuum 26 inches, revolutions 85.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Light breezes from WSW.

In column at distance till 4.30pm steering course SE by E¼E.

At 4.20pm flagship made [signal] preparatory 3165, and at 4.25pm made general 3165, in obedience to which swung ship.

At 5.30pm flagship made general [signal] 306, in obedience to which took position in column at distance and at end of watch steering course SE by E¼E.

Steam pressure 119 [pounds], revolutions 73, vacuum 26.

At 5.35pm flagship made general [signal] 3035.


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6pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Gentle breeze from WSW.

Barometer steady.

Steaming in column ahead at distance.

Several vessels in sight during watch.

At 7.37pm sighted Highland light 3½ points on starboard bow.

Steam 118 pounds, average number of revolutions 84.4, vacuum 26 inches.

At 8.00pm changed course to SE½S (per compass).


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, with moderate wind from West by South to SSW until 11.55pm, when fog shut down.

At 8.45pm made Nauset [Nausett in log-book] light bearing about South.

At 9.00pm changed course to South by E⅜E.

At 10.00pm changed course to S¾W.

At 10.30pm made Chatham light bearing about SW.

At 11.00pm lost Highland light bearing NNW¼W.

At 11.40pm U.S.S. "Boston" stopped and endeavored to communicate by signal with the flagship with poor success, the fog shutting down before the completion of the signal.

At end of watch the flagship and U.S.S. "Atlanta" were to the Southward, this ship, which having run ahead of U.S.S. "Boston", having been turned and was heading to the Westward for the purpose of speaking U.S.S. "Boston".

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 90.5, vacuum 27 inches.


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[Inserted note]


Received in the Construction Department from General Storekeeper, Navy Yard, Boston: 200 pounds yellow ochre; 25 pounds black lead; 50 pounds brown zinc; 10 pounds burnt sienna; 15 gallons alcohol; 10 gallons Japan Drier; 5 gallons spar varnish; 50 pounds potash; 5 pounds finishing nails; 45 pounds galvanized iron nails; 2 pounds copper tacks; 4 pounds locks, brass; 4 pairs hinges, brass, 3 inches x 3 inches, 4 pairs hinges, brass, 2½ inches x 2 inches; 1 squirt can, brass; 1 gross brass screws; 4 pieces ash 1¾ inches.


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14 July 1891

At sea, making passage to New York

Lat 40.78, Long -69.36


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy and damp.

Gentle SSW and SW breezes.

In column, following flagship as closely as possible by sound of steam whistle, making good South by East, SSE, SSE¼E, and SSE⅛S, courses per standard [compass].

Stopped, slowed, backed and went ahead as necessary.

Commander on deck.

At end of watch ships near their position, except U.S.S. "Boston" astern.

Average steam 120 [pounds], average revolutions 54.6.


4am to 8am:

Dense fog throughout watch.

Gentle breeze from SW and SW by South.

Moderate sea.

Barometer rising slowly.

Ships generally in sight.

Steering course SSE⅜E until 5.20am.

Between 5.20am and 5.40am changed course gradually to S¼W.

Remainder of watch steering course about S¼E.

Took sounding at the following times, 6.00am, 6.40am, 7.20am in following depths respectively, 55 fathoms, 50 fathoms, and 43 fathoms, hardy sandy bottom.

Average steam 120 pounds, vacuum 27 inches, revolutions 62.7.


8am to meridian:

Dense fog all watch.

Vessels in column at distance, sounding steam whistle.

Course made good S⅜E first two hours, then South by W½W till 11.00am, when changed to SW¾W.

Soundings taken every half hour, giving depths as follows: 33 fathoms; 30 fathoms; 35 fathoms; 46 fathoms; 37 fathoms; 30 fathoms; 37 fathoms.

At 9.30am went to quarters and mustered divisions, following men absent without leave: E. Lundberg, Seaman, G. Wilson, Private Marine, W. F. Flynn, Coal Heaver, J. Mather, First-class Fireman, and F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver.

Instructed 2nd, 3rd and Powder Divisions in gunnery, and exercised 1st Division at setting up drill.

Steam pressure 120 [pounds], revolutions 61, vacuum 27.


Meridian to 4pm:

Dense fog, clearing last hour.

Gentle breeze from SW to WSW.

Barometer unsteady.

Steaming in column ahead at varying distances.

Sounding every half hour with Sir William Thomson's [Thompson in log-book] sounding machine.

At 12.20pm 25 fathoms, 1.00pm 23 fathoms, 1.30pm 14 fathoms, 2.00pm 35 fathoms, 2.30pm 34 fathoms, 3.00pm 36 fathoms, 3.30pm 37 fathoms, 4.00pm 27 fathoms, bottom fine sand.

At about 3.30pm passed a schooner standing to the Northward and Westward.

Course changing frequently.

Stowed port bower chain, overhauled sheet chain, cleaned lockers and restowed chains.

Number of revolutions 66.7, steam 120 pounds, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Pleasant weather, light fog hanging over the water.

Moderate wind from WSW to SW.

At 4.00pm changed course to W⅜N.

Sighted a steamer standing to the Eastward.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 96.5, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and misty.

Moderate SW breeze.

Following flagship, making good W⅜N by standard [compass].

At 7.10pm U.S.S. "Boston" stopped, broke danger signal at main, and loosed sail.

This ship communicated circumstance to flagship, meanwhile closing to distance on U.S.S. "Atlanta", U.S.S. "Vesuvius" stopped near U.S.S. "Boston" and later overhauled flagship to communicate.

At end of watch U.S.S. "Boston" out of sight astern, U.S.S. "Vesuvius" returning from flagship, rest of squadron on above course in column at distance.

Average steam pressure 120 [pounds], revolutions 97.5.


8pm to midnight:

Misty and damp first part, moon showing dimly, clearing latter part until clear and bright star light at end of watch.

Gentle to moderate breezes from SW by South to SW.

Barometer falling.

Making course W½N, following motions of flagship.

At end of watch some distance astern of position, but gaining.

Steam from three boilers, using blowers after 11.00pm.

Average steam pressure 111.2 [pounds], vacuum 27, average number of turns 91.2.


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15 July 1891

At sea, making passage to, and at New York

Lat 40.34, Long -73.28


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and damp, heavy fog third hour of watch.

In column at distance, keeping position on U.S.S. "Atlanta's" starboard quarter.

At 12.15am U.S.S. "Boston" was sighted astern and was about three miles astern at end of watch, other vessels being in approximate position.

Course made good W½N.

Steam pressure 115 [pounds], vacuum 26, revolutions 96.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

First half partially clear, afterward dense fog, clearing last half hour.

Fog set in at about 6.00am.

Moderate to gentle breeze from SSW and SW.

Barometer about steady.

At 7.40am sounded in 24 fathoms water, bottom yellow sand.

Steaming in column ahead, U.S.S. "Boston" about 2 miles astern.

Passed a schooner about 6.30am, standing to the Eastward.

Number of revolutions 98.3, steam 118 pounds, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Heavy fog until nearly 9.00am, when cleared away and came out fine.

Moderate SW wind.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Instructed the divisions, the Marines setting up drill.

Absentees: E. Lundberg, Seaman, W. F. Flynn, Coal Heaver, J. Mather, Second-class Fireman, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, and G. Wilson, Private Marine.

By order of Commanding Officer the following changes in ratings were made: M. McAuley, First-class Fireman, July 1st to Oiler; Thomas Heslin, First-class Fireman to Oiler, July 9th; and Thomas Murphy, Second-class Fireman to First-Class Fireman, July 1st.

At 8.30am got a cast in 17 fathoms, bottom sand and shells, at 8.40am 33 fathoms, bottom sand, and at 9.00am 24 fathoms, bottom sand.

In reeling in carried away the wire, but saved the lead.

Several vessels in sight to the Northward, two steamers standing to the Northward and Eastward.

The following signals were made to the flagship: at 9.00am numeral 5; at 10.00am numeral 1; at noon numeral 166, 40°20' and 73°17'.

At 10.10am flagship made telegraphic general signal, excepting U.S.S. "Vesuvius": 8374, 0935, 6495, 5468, 6731, 8015, 6860, 3610, 7206, 9281, 0396, 624, 4798, 1427, 9279, 19, 20, 18, 5, 5, 20, 19, 5034 and 5610.

At 10.55am flagship made telegraphic signal to this ship: numeral 40, 629, numeral 41.

Steam 114 pounds pressure, revolutions 96.4, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair first half, cloudy later.

Gentle SSW and SW breeze.

Falling barometer, 30.00 to 29.92 inches.

In column at distance, following flagship, making good per standard [compass] until 12.11pm W½N, then until 2.10pm NW by W⅞W, rest of watch various courses for entering Gedney and main ship channels.

At 1.55pm made land on port bow and Sandy Hook lightvessel on starboard bow.

At 2.45pm passed latter, hauled in patent log reading 23.8 knots.

Exchanged colors with several transatlantic steamers and numerous sailing and steaming vessels.

At end of watch abreast buoy 38.

Commander on deck.

Making preparations for port.

In answer to general wigwag [signal] from flagship made routine signals of yesterday in order namely: numeral 5, numeral 1, numeral 187, numeral 40 answer 46, 69 answer 22 numeral.

Made following telegraphic signal to flagship: 817, 0776, 4904, 6702, 8601, 2079, 0776, 7965, 945, 8450, 5825, 6839, 6497; flagship answered affirmatively.

Average steam 112 [pounds], revolutions 97.5.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy first part, overcast and cloudy latter part, raining between 6.00pm and 7.00pm.

Light airs to gentle breezes from WNW to SW.

Barometer rising.

At beginning of watch abreast of spar buoy number 8, main ship channel, New York harbor.

Squadron in column at distance, steering various courses, following motions of flagship.

At 6.00pm came to with starboard anchor in 6¾ fathoms water, soft muddy button, and secured at 34 fathoms water's edge, starboard chain, abreast of [West] 42nd Street.

Flood tide.

Rigged out booms and hoisted out steam cutter.

Draught of ship forward 11 feet 11 inches, aft 15 feet 10 inches.

Let fires under boilers A and C die out at 7.00pm, banked fires under boiler D.

At 6.56pm Admiral transferred his flag to U.S.S. "Chicago", and was given a salute of 13 guns by that vessel.

Flagship made following signals, namely: at 4.35pm tactical 297; at 4.45pm tactical 291; at 4.55pm tactical 290; at 4.58pm tactical 255; at 4.59pm U.S.S. "Atlanta" and U.S.S. "Boston" position pennants; at 5.30pm to U.S.S. "Chicago" cornet 124.

At 5.55pm made interrogatory 4557.

At 7.05pm flagship to fleet, 904.

At 7.10pm flagship to fleet general signal 1054.

U.S.S. "Chicago" and U.S.S. "Concord" were found at anchor just above 23rd Street.

Average steam pressure, from 4.00pm to 6.00pm, 120 pounds, revolutions 83.3, vacuum 26 inches.

At end of watch U.S.S. "Boston" shifting anchorage.

Finished swinging to ebb at 7.15pm.

Discharged this day from U.S.S. "Yorktown" and the Naval Service George Vogler, Seaman Apprentice First-class, with Honorable Discharge.


8pm to midnight:

Drizzling rain at intervals.

Light breezes from East by South and SSE.

Veered to 45 fathoms outside hawse on starboard chain.

Sent liberty party ashore.


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16 July 1891

At anchor off [West] 42nd Street, New York

Lat 40.764, Long -74.005


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs and light breezes from WSW.

Barometer steady.

Ship commenced swinging to the flood at 1.45am, and finished at 3.30am.


4am to 8am:

Fair, light airs and breezes from West by South to NW.

Barometer rising.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3340, at 7.50am general signal 5455.

Loosed sail.

At 7.55am [flagship] made marines uniform signal 3955.

At 5.25am finished swinging to ebb.

At 8.00am flagship made Officers uniform signal 6375.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from NW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, following men absent without leave: E. Lundberg, Seaman, W. F. Flynn, Coal Heaver, J. Mather, First-class Fireman, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, G. Wilson, Private Marine, L. Traumer, Oiler, W. Condon, Oiler, and T. Murphy, First-class Fireman.

At 9.36am sound call to "clear ship for action", times ready: forward 11 minutes; aft 9 minutes; mainmast 10 minutes.

General quarters at 9.52.50am.

Cast loose and provide: 1st Division 1 minute; 2nd Division 1 minute 2 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 8 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 10 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes 50 seconds.

Retreat at 10.12am, time of exercise 35 minutes 40 seconds.

Made routine signals to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 8; at 10.00am numeral 2; and at 12.00pm 160.

Flagship made following general signals: at 10.40am 3977, 6377, 6378, 6379; and at 11.25am general 4826.

Riding to ebb tide.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breeze from NW.

Barometer steady.

At 1.00pm made general signal interrogatory 2984 to flagship, which was answered by 904.

Ship commenced swinging to the flood at 1.10pm, and finished at 2.15pm.

Received in Paymaster's Department 1200 gallons water, and in Engineer's Department 1100 gallons.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from NW.

Riding to flood tide till 7.10pm, when commenced swinging to ebb.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, with bright moonlight.

Light breeze from NNW.

Barometer rising.

Ship riding to ebb tide.


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17 July 1891

At anchor off West 42nd Street, New York

Lat 40.764, Long -74.005


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Airs from NW and North.

Slack water low at 2.35am.

Moon set at 1.10am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from NNE.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3340, and at 8.00am 8956, 6375 and 6379.

At 7.45am flagship made general 5455, and squadron loosed sail in obedience to signal.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from NNE.

Barometer rising.

Ship riding to ebb tide.

By order of the Commanding Officer J. Montgomery, Quartermaster, was placed under the sentry's charge for safe keeping and M. Flaherty, Coal Heaver, was placed in double irons for five days, for leaving the ship without permission, and the following punishments were assigned, namely: C.J. Hyde, Apprentice First-class, C. Gulbrunsen, Seaman, dirty clothes at inspection, 4 hours' extra duty each; J. Allen, Seaman, not reporting light promptly and leaving speed light halyards foul, 4 hours' extra duty; T. Smith, Seaman, slow in changing speed lights, 4 hours' extra duty; W. Cuff, Landsman, out of uniform on forecastle, 4 hours' extra duty.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

The following named men absent without leave: J. Mather, First-class Fireman, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, W. F. Flynn, Coal Heaver, E. Lundberg, Seaman, G. Wilson, Private Marine, M. Condon, Oiler, M. McQuirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, T. Murphy, First-class Fireman, and F. Flood, Private Marine.

Exercised 1st Division at small arms, 3rd [Division] and Marines at setting up drill, Powder [Division] at great guns, and instructed 2nd Division.

At 10.50am flagship made general signals numbers 6077 and 6378, answered.

At 9.00am, 10.00am and 12.00pm made routine signals to flagship.

F. Flood, Private Marine, absent without leave, returned on board 4½ hours over time.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light breezes from SSW.

Slack water low at 1.15pm, swung to flood at 2.30pm.

Exercised at closing watertight doors, times: berth deck 28 seconds; port engine room 32 seconds; and starboard engine room 38 seconds.

At 2.30pm furled the sails.

Flagship made the following signals: at 1.55pm telegraphic general 6702, 3869, 9319, 392; at 2.25pm general 4826; and at 3.45pm 2984.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

Ash lighter took off ashes.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SSE to SSW.

Barometer unsteady.

Riding to flood tide.

At 4.50pm exercised at fire quarters, ready: 1st Division 2 minutes 50 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 40 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 0 seconds; Navigator's Division 2 minutes 12 seconds; Engineer's Division 2 minutes 10 seconds.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather.

Airs from SSE.

Slack water high at 8.45pm, swung to ebb at 9.20pm.


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18 July 1891

At anchor off West 42nd Street, New York

Lat 40.764, Long -74.005


Midnight to 4am:

Clear first and last hours, fair rest of watch.

Light ESE breeze.

Moon set about 12.50am.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and hazy.

Light airs and breeze from East and ESE.

Barometer slightly unsteady.

Riding to flood tide, commenced swinging to ebb at 7.30am.

At 7.00am flagship made general signals 3357, 3955 and 6375, answered.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, with occasional light drizzle.

Light breeze from ESE to SE.

Swung to ebb at 8.30am.

Commander R.D. Evans, U.S. Navy, came on board, and then went on board the flagship to report.

Received on board in Steam Engineering Department 12,000 gallons fresh water from water boat "Croton".

The following men absent without leave: J.L. Carlson, Seaman, J. Connolly, Coal Heaver, M. McQuirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, T. Murphy, First-class Fireman, M. Condon, Oiler, G. Wilson, Private Marine, E. Lundberg, Seaman, W. F. Flynn, Coal Heaver, J. Mather, First-class Fireman, and F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver.

The following signals were made from this ship to the flagship: at 9.00am numeral 10; at 10.00am numeral 2; at 10.35am interrogatory 3350 and interrogatory 6373; and at noon numeral 156.

At 10.40am flagship made affirmative to U.S.S. "Yorktown".

Made changes in ratings as per annexed list [below].


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cloudy and rainy.

Light to gentle SE and SE by South breezes.

At 1.40pm started swinging to flood, and finished at 3.00pm.

Commander R.D. Evans returned from flagship.

At 2.15pm called all hands to muster and read order of Secretary [of the Navy] detailing Commander Evans for command of U.S.S. "Yorktown".


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with drizzling rain at intervals.

Light breeze from SE by South.

Received from the flagship the following stragglers left in Boston: E. Lundberg, Seaman, W.F. Flynn, Coal Heaver, J. Mather, First-class Fireman, and F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver.

With these men was sent also one McNair, supposed also to have been a straggler from this ship.

He was returned to the flagship at once with the information that he is not a member of this ship's company.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, light passing showers first hour.

Light to moderate breezes from South and SSW.

At 9.00pm began, and at 10.15pm finished swinging to ebb, velocity of tidal current at 11.50pm 1.6 knots.


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July 18th, 1891, 8am to meridian.

By order of Commanding Officer the following changes in ratings were made from date.

J.T. Ashton, Water Tender to First-class Fireman.

C. Ambler, Bugler to Landsman.

E. Brennan, Boiler Maker to First-class Fireman.

F. Baker, Ship's Corporal to Ordinary Seaman.

H. Blanc, Wardroom Cook to Landsman.

V.C. Barrett, Seaman Apprentice Second-class to Apprentice First-class.

T. Cassidy, Quartermaster to Seaman.

C.J. Chase, Paymaster's Yeoman to Seaman.

A. Carlson, Carpenter's Mate to Landsman.

W.C. Carson, Quarter Gunner to Seaman.

M. Condon, Oiler to First-class Fireman.

J.H. Costain, Machinist to First-class Fireman.

J. Dwyer, Master-at-Arms to Seaman Gunner.

J. Daly, Water Tender to First-class Fireman.

D. Eldridge, Quarter Gunner to Seaman.

J.G. Ford, Seaman Apprentice First-class to Apprentice Second-class.

J.E. Frates, Seaman Apprentice Second-class to Apprentice First-class.

G. Frei, Equipment Yeoman to Seaman Gunner.

E.P. Franklin, Ship's Writer to Seaman.

M. Foley, First-class Fireman to Second-class Fireman.

V. Fredrickson, Coxswain to Seaman.

O.A. Fogelstrom, Blacksmith to First-class Fireman.

G. Glispey, Chief Boatswain's Mate to Seaman.

J. Gabel, Oiler Seaman Gunner.

J. Howard, Machinist to Seaman Gunner.


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J. Heslin, Oiler to Coal Heaver.

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class to Apprentice First-class.

J.W. Hicks, Oiler to First-class Fireman.

J. Healy, Water Tender to First-class Fireman.

F.L. Hoagland, Oiler to Seaman Gunner.

C.J. Hyde, Apprentice First-class to Apprentice Third-class.

J. Johnson, Coxswain to Seaman.

J. Kenefick, Boatswain's Mate to Seaman

A.E. Lowe, Apprentice First-class to Apprentice First-class.

J.P. Lund, Coxswain to Seaman.

J.P. Lynch, Second-class Fireman to Coal Heaver.

F. Moens, Ship's Cook to Seaman.

P. Mullen, Coxswain to Seaman.

M. Mahoney, Seaman Apprentice First-class to Apprentice First-class.

M.J. McGrath, Oiler to Second-class Fireman

A.C. McLeod, Second-class Fireman to Coal Heaver.

J.P. Morean, Second-class Fireman to Coal Heaver.

L. Morris, Captain of Hold to Seaman.

M. McAuley, Oiler to Second-class Fireman

H. McDonald, Armorer to Seaman Gunner.

P. Meitzel, Carpenter and Calker to Landsman.

A. Nickerson, Captain of Tops to Seaman.

B. Nugent, Coxswain to Landsman.

A.A. Nordstrom, Captain of Forecastle to Landsman.

W. Peters, Bayman to Landsman.

L. Poessel, Jack of the Dust to Seaman.

F.F. Murray, Captain of Forecastle to Seaman.


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P.E. Rogers, Painter to Landsman.

T.C. Richardson, Cabin Steward to Landsman.

J. Reynolds, Oiler to First-class Fireman.

M. Sumner, Cabin Cook to Landsman.

W.J. Sloan, Second-class Fireman to Coal Heaver.

J. Sandstrom, Chief Gunner's Mate to Seaman.

H. Tuirks, Chief Quartermaster to Quartermaster.

J. Turner, Quarter Gunner to Seaman.

L. Traumer, Oiler to Seaman.

W. Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman to Landsman.

M. Tierney, Second-class Fireman to Coal Heaver.

A. Villiers, Wardroom Steward to Landsman.

C.S. Wandell, Ship's Writer to Seaman.

C.J. Winestock, Seaman Apprentice First-class to Seaman Apprentice Second-class.

A.S. Williams, Captain of Tops to Seaman.

G. Parkhurst, Seaman to Ordinary Seaman.

J. Mather, First-class Fireman to Second-class Fireman.

J. Murphy, First-class Fireman to Second-class Fireman.

T. Murphy, First-class Fireman to Second-class Fireman.

P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker to Landsman.

M.J. Lynch, Quarter Gunner to Seaman.

J. Hallaghan, First-class Fireman to Second-class Fireman.

J. Noonan, First-class Fireman to Second-class Fireman.


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19 July 1891

At anchor North River, New York

Lat 40.764, Long -74.005


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, with light drizzle third hour, few stars visible last hour.

Light to gentle breezes from SW.

Barometer steady.

Ebb tide.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Wind light from SW to West.

Slack water low at 4.45am, swung to flood at 5.30am.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with light airs and breezes from WSW.

Swung to ebb in one hour, finishing at 9.00am.

Velocity at 11.30am 1.3 knots.

Discharged J.P. Lynch, Second-class Fireman, from the ship and service by reason of expiration of enlistment.

At 9.30am mustered divisions at quarters.

Commander inspected ship and crew.

Absent without leave: H. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, R.J. Cooney, Seaman, J. Connolly, Coal Heaver, M. McQuirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, M. Condon, Oiler, T. Murphy, First-class Fireman, and G. Wilson, Private Marine.

By order of Commanding Officer made change in ratings as per list appended [below].

By same authority placed T. Smith, Seaman, under sentry's charge, and released from confinement W. Sloane, Second-class Fireman, P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, M. Foley, First-class Fireman, and M. Flaherty, Coal Heaver.

Sent a liberty party on shore.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breezes from WSW.

Barometer steady.

At end of watch swinging to the flood tide.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with light WSW and SSW breezes.

Flood tide, velocity at 6.10pm 1.8 knots.

A large number of visitors on board.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy to fair, moon and few stars visible.

Light to gentle breezes from SW by West.

Barometer rising.

T. Murphy, First-class Fireman, returned on board 86½ hours over time.

At 9.45pm began swinging to the ebb, finished at 10.25pm.


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Memorandum for log.

July 19th, 1891, 8am to 12pm

By order of the Commanding Officer the following changes in ratings were made from date.

J.T. Ashton, First-class Fireman. to Water Tender.

C. Ambler, Landsman to Bugler.

E. Brennan, First-class Fireman to Boiler Maker.

F. Baker, Ordinary Seaman to Ship's Corporal

H. Blanc, Landsman to Wardroom Cook.

V.C. Barrett, Apprentice First-class to Seaman Apprentice Second-class.

T. Cassidy, Seaman to Quartermaster.

C.J. Chase, Seaman to Paymaster's Yeoman.

A. Carlson, Landsman to Carpenter's Mate.

A. Carson, Seaman to Quarter Gunner.

M. Condon, First-class Fireman to Oiler

J.H. Costain, First-class Fireman to Machinist.

J. Dwyer, Seaman Gunner to Master-at-Arms.

J. Daly, First-class Fireman to Water Tender.

D. Eldridge, Seaman to Quarter Gunner.

J.G. Ford, Apprentice Second-class to Seaman Apprentice First-class.

J.E. Frates, Apprentice First-class to Seaman Apprentice Second-class.

G. Frei, Seaman Gunner to Equipment Yeoman.

E.P. Franklin, Seaman to Ship's Writer.

M. Foley, Second-class Fireman to First-class Fireman.

V. Frederickson, Seaman to Coxswain.

O.A. Fogelstrom, First-class Fireman to Blacksmith.

G. Glispey, Seaman to Chief Boatswain's Mate.

J. Gabel, Seaman Gunner to Oiler.

J. Howard, Seaman Gunner to Machinist.


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J. Heslin, Coal Heaver to Oiler.

G. Haneke, Apprentice First-class to Seaman Apprentice First-class.

J.W. Hicks, First-class Fireman to Oiler.

J. Healy, First-class Fireman to Water Tender.

F.S. Hoagland, Seaman Gunner to Oiler.

C.J. Hyde, Apprentice Third-class to Apprentice First-class.

J. Johnson, Seaman to Coxswain.

J. Kenefick, Seaman to Boatswain's Mate.

A.E. Lowe, Apprentice First-class to Seaman Apprentice First-class.

J.P. Lund, Seaman to Coxswain.

J.P. Lynch, Coal Heaver to Second-class Fireman.

F. Moens, Seaman to Ship's Cook.

P. Mullen, Seaman to Coxswain.

F.F. Murray, Seaman to Captain of Forecastle.

M. Mahoney, Apprentice First-class to Seaman Apprentice First-class.

M.J. McGrath, Second-class Fireman to Oiler.

A.C. McLeod, Coal Heaver to Second-class Fireman.

J.P. Morean, Coal Heaver to Second-class Fireman.

L. Morris, Seaman to Captain of Hold.

M. McAuley, Second-class Fireman to Oiler.

H. MacDonald, Seaman Gunner to Armorer.

P. Meitzel, Landsman to Carpenter and Calker.

A. Nickerson, Seaman to Captain of Tops.

B. Nugent, Seaman to Coxswain.

A. Nordstrom, Seaman to Captain of Forecastle.

W. Peters, Landsman to Bayman.

L. Poessel, Seaman to Jack of the Dust.

P.E. Rogers, Landsman to Painter.


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T. Richardson, [Landsman] to Cabin Steward.

J. Reynolds, First-class Fireman to Oiler.

M. Sumner, Landsman to Cabin Cook.

W.J. Sloan, Coal Heaver to Second-class Fireman.

J. Sandstrom, Seaman to Chief Gunner's Mate.

H. Tuirks, Quartermaster to Chief Quartermaster.

J. Turner, Seaman to Quarter Gunner.

L. Traumer, Seaman Gunner to Oiler.

W. Thornton, Landsman to Engineer's Yeoman.

M. Tierney, Coal Heaver to Second-class Fireman.

A. Villiers, Landsman to Wardroom. Steward.

C.S. Wandell, Seaman to Ship's Writer.

C.J. Winestock, Seaman Apprentice Second-class to Seaman Apprentice First-class.

A.S. Williams, Seaman to Captain of Tops.

G. Parkhurst, Ordinary Seaman to Seaman.

J. Mather, Second-class Fireman to First-class Fireman.

J. Murphy, Second-class Fireman to First-class Fireman.

P. Dwyer, Landsman to Carpenter and Calker.

M.J. Lynch, Seaman to Quarter Gunner.

J. Hallaghan, Second-class Fireman to First-class Fireman.

J. Noonan, Second-class Fireman to First-class Fireman.

T. Murphy, Second-class Fireman to First-class Fireman.


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20 July 1891

At anchor North River, New York

Lat 40.764, Long -74.005


Midnight to 4am:

Partially cloudy, damp.

Calms, light airs from WSW first part.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy.

Calms and light airs from West.

At 4.50am began swinging to flood, finishing at 6.30am.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signals.

At 8.00am hauled down guard flag.

Liberty party returned, except J.J. Mead, Coal Heaver, and J. Murphy, First-class Fireman,


8am to meridian:

Overcast.

Light airs from ENE to NE.

Barometer rising.

J. Murphy, First-class Fireman, returned on board 1½ hours over time.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 76¼ pounds fresh beef; and 76¼ pounds fresh vegetables.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, the following named men were found absent from the ship without leave, namely: J.J. Mead, Coal Heaver, V.C. Barrett, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, J. Connelly, Coal Heaver, M. McQuirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, M. Condon, Oiler, and T. Wilson, Private Marine.

Stationed fighting crews for "cutting out".

Engaged in cleaning ship outside.

F. Moens, Ship's Cook, reported the expiration of his term of enlistment.

The following signals were made by the flagship, namely: at 8.15am general signal 6878; at 8.20am general signal 6379; at 8.25am general signal 3956.

Made the following signals, namely: at 9.00am numeral 7; at 7.30am U.S.S. "Boston" distinguishing pennant over numeral 13; at 9.35am U.S.S. "Vesuvius" distinguishing pennant numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 1; at 12.00pm numeral 153.

At 10.00am began swinging to the ebb tide, finished at 10.40am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, hazy weather.

Light breezes from SE, hauling to SW last hour.

Riding to ebb tide till 3.50pm, when began to swing.

By order of Commanding Officer Frank Moens, Ship's Cook, Continuous Service Certificate number 1982, was this day honorably discharged from this vessel and the Naval Service, his term of enlistment having expired.

By order of same authority Thomas Richardson, Cabin Steward, was this day discharged, his service being no longer required, and the following changes in ratings: J.H. Cummings, Coal Heaver to Second-class Fireman; and J. Svenson, Seaman to Blacksmith.

Sent liberty party ashore.

V.C. Barrett, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, returned on board 6 hours over time.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with light haze.

Light airs from SE by SW by South.

Barometer 30.24 to 30.20.

At 4.24pm flagship made general signal 2984.

J.J. Mead, Coal Heaver, and M. Condon, Oiler, returned on board 12 hours and 108 hours over time respectively.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with light fog latter part.

Light airs from SW by South and SSE.


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21 July 1891

At anchor North River, New York

Lat 40.764, Long -74.005


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, hazy and damp.

Light airs from South to WNW.

Barometer about steady.

Riding to ebb tide.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant, hazy weather, light mist hanging over river first part.

Light airs and breezes from NNE.

Barometer rising.

J. Connolly, Coal Heaver, returned on board 71½ hours over time

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3340, and continued with the following dress signals for marines and officers respectively, namely: 3957; 6375; 6378; 6379.

Scrubbed hammocks and cleaned ship.

At 7.46am flagship made general signal 5455.

Loosed sail.

At 5.30am swinging to the flood tide, finished 6.50am.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather, hazy.

Light breezes from NNE and NE.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised secondary battery and riflemen at repelling torpedo attack, Powder Division at great guns.

At 10.00am called away boats for cutting out, ready: sailing launch 5 minutes 30 seconds; steam launch 5 minutes 20 seconds; 1st cutter 3 minutes 50 seconds; 2nd cutter 3 minutes 45 seconds; whaleboat 3 minutes 45 seconds; gig 4 minutes 45 seconds.

The following men absent without leave: M. McQuirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, V. Le Flock, Seaman, and G. Wilson, Private Marine.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: C. Gulbrunsen, Seaman, slow manning boat, 4 hours' extra duty; F.E. Austin, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, not answering call for side boys, 4 hours' extra duty.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breezes from NE.

Barometer steady.

At 3.15pm flagship made general signal 4826, answered and furled sail, and at 3.25pm general signal 3918, answered and piped down scrubbed hammocks.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from NE and SW.

At 6.15pm flagship made [signal] 44, and called away all boats for cutting out and reported abreast of flagship with Naval Militia in boats and drilled in obedience to signals.

At 7.45pm returned to the ship.

In arming 1st cutter 1 bayonet, belt and scabbard was lost overboard.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light airs from SW.

Barometer steady.

Ship commenced swinging to the ebb at 10.50pm, finished at about 12.00am.


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22 July 1891

At anchor North River, New York

Lat 40.764, Long -74.005


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Airs from SW.

Tide running strong ebb.

Moonlight.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Light breezes from NE to ENE.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3340, also the following 3957, 6375, 6378 and 6379.

M.J. McQuirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, returned on board five (5) days over time.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine weather.

Light breeze from NE, shifting to SE by South between 10 and 11 o'clock.

Barometer about steady.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 76½ pounds of fresh meat and vegetables each; and 61 pounds fresh bread.

At 9.20am flagship made general telegraphic signals numbers 3869, 945 and 8418, answered.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

V. Le Flock, Seaman, G. Wilson, Private Marine, and J. Kloote, Second-class Fireman, absent without leave.

Instructed 1st Division in main and secondary batteries, drilled 2nd and Powder Divisions at great guns, Marines at infantry and instructed 3rd Division at main battery.

Ship commenced swinging to the ebb tide at 10.30am.

At 9.00am, 10.00am and 12.00pm made routine signals to flagship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light wind from SE by South.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

Overhauled port chain and substituted steel for wooden pins.

At 3.40pm flagship made signal 2984.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from SE by South.

Barometer falling.

At 6.00pm ship commenced swinging to the flood, and finished at 6.45pm.

Received from the General Storekeeper, Navy Yard, New York, the following articles:

Exempted classes Equipment Department: 315 feet portable cord; 100 feet number 16 wire, lead covered; 2 rolls insulating tape, black; 2 rolls same, white; and 50 gallons arctic oil.

Ordnance Department: 50 gallons cleaning oil; and 20 pound potash.

Equipment Department: 2 boatswain's calls; 2 United States ensigns number 7; 2 same, number 8; 1 Union Jack number 4; 1 narrow pennant number 4; 1 boat chain, 25 fathoms, ¼-inch; 2 shoe knives; 40 coir brushes; ½ bolt flax canvas number 7; 1 coil manila, 3¾-inch; 15 pounds polishing paste; 5 pounds seine twine; 1 section hose, 2½-inch; 1 barrel lard oil.

Construction Department: 2000 pounds white zinc; 50 pounds white lead; 250 pounds yellow ochre; 30 pounds patent dryer; 25 pounds French siccative [secatif in log-book; an oil drying agent]; 25 pounds vermilion; 5 pounds ultra blue; 40 gallons raw oil; 5 gallons hard oil finish; 10 gallons spar varnish; 3 gallons Japan gold size; 15 gallons alcohol; 2 dozen paint brushes, 5-inch; 1dozen sash tools; 50 pounds shellac; 500 sheets sandpaper.

V. Le Flock, Seaman, absent without leave, returned on board 35½ hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Airs from South by East.

Riding to the flood.

Slack water high at 11.30pm.


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23 July 1891

At anchor [North River], New York

Lat 40.764, Long -74.005


Midnight to 4am:

Fair, except last hour.

Light breeze from South by East to light airs from West.

Ebb tide, velocity at 3.00am 1.8 knots.

Moonlight.


4am to 8am:

Partially cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs from West by South and SW.

Barometer nearly steady.

Ship commenced swinging to the flood at 6.50am, finished at 7.40am.

At 7.00am flagship made time and uniform signals.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Airs from South.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, J. Kloote, Second-class Fireman, absent over time.

At 9.38am called all hands clear ship for action, times ready: forward 5 minutes; mainmast 4 minutes 35 seconds; aft 4 minutes 50 seconds; and berth deck 9 minutes 50 seconds.

At 9.50am went to general quarters, times ready: 1st Division 45 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 28 seconds; 3rd Division 43 seconds; Powder Division 3 minutes 45 seconds; Engineer's Division 30 seconds.

At 10.12am went to fire quarters, times ready: 1st Division 1 minute 3 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 40 seconds; 3rd Division 10 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 25 seconds; Navigator's Division 55 seconds; Engineer's Division 15 seconds; Marines 45 seconds.

Received on board from Ordnance Department, Navy Yard, New York: 1 tray latch spring.

Made the following signals to the flagship: at 9.00am numeral 1; at 10.00am numeral 2; and at noon numeral 147.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and cloudy alternately.

Gentle to moderate South and SSE breezes in light gusts.

Discharged ashes into lighter alongside and received from water boat 2500 gallons fresh water for steaming purposes.

At 1.30pm finished swinging to ebb, velocity at 3.50pm 1.6 knots.

By order of Commanding Officer confined for two days on bread and water G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, for insubordinate conduct.

United States torpedo boat U.S.S. "Cushing" came up river and anchored between this ship and U.S.S. "Vesuvius".


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Moderate wind from SSE to SW.

Slack water low at 6.00pm, swung to flood at 7.10pm.

The following marines, with their effects, were received from the barracks at the Navy Yard: James Dearer, Private Marine, B. Brick, Private Marine, and J.J. Mahoney, Private Marine.

Received from the Navy Yard the following stores in the Engineer's Department: 4 cast iron rings; 1 face plate; 52 pounds flax packing; 5 barrels lard oil; 21 gallons boiled linseed oil; 5 pound lamp black; and 2 quarts ink.

At 6.15pm called away all boats armed and equipped, and in tow of steam cutter proceeded to flagship, the Militia officers joining the boats.

After exercising by signal from the flagship returned on board at 7.15pm.

At 6.15pm flagship made general signal 45, and at 5.30pm [sic] 6375.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy to overcast.

Light to gentle SSE breeze.

At 9.00pm a detail of Militia officers came on board for instructions.

At 9.15pm began, and at 10.00pm finished practice with search lights, following motions of flagship in accordance with squadron order dated 22nd of this month.

Next exercised with Ardois system, followed by Very signal from flagship, 2810.

Piped down at 10.10pm.

Flood tide.

Moon rose at 9.15pm, after which mostly obscured.


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24 July 1891

At anchor North River, New York

Lat 40.764, Long -74.005


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with light mist.

Light to moderate breezes from the South.

At 1.10am finished swinging to the ebb.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, hazy weather.

At 6.30am had a heavy shower of rain with distant thunder and lightning, latter part of watch clearing a little.

Airs from SSE to SW.

Slack water low at 7.30am.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 76¼ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 61 pounds fresh bread.

At 7.50am flagship made general signal 3955 and 6375.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, with light drizzling rain latter half.

Light airs to light breeze from SW to WSW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absent without leave: J. Kloote, Second-class Fireman.

Had divisional drill as follows: 1st [Division] infantry; 2nd [Division] great guns; 3rd [Division] setting up; Powder [Division] great guns.

By order of Commanding Officer awarded punishments as follows: G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, on spar deck out of uniform after repeated order, 4 hours' extra duty; J.G. Ford, Seaman Apprentice First-class, neglect of duty, 4 hours' extra duty.

By the same authority W.D. Norris, Landsman, was rated Cabin Steward from the 22nd of this month.

At 10.20am closed watertight doors for exercise, times as follows: berth deck 1 minute 5 seconds, both engine rooms 10 seconds.

Made routine signals: at 9.00am numeral 1; at 10.00am numeral 1; at noon numeral 145.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, light airs and breezes from WSW.

Barometer steady last three hours.

Received in Bureau of Construction and Repair from U.S.S. "Chicago": 50 feet oak, ½-inch.

At 12.45pm commenced swinging to the ebb, finished at 2.15pm.

At 3.52pm flagship made general signal 5455.

Loosed sail.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with light WSW breeze.

At 7.00pm began to swing to flood.

Received from powder lighter: 60 6-inch 5-pound blank charges; and 2 powder tanks.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy, few stars visible.

Moon rose over the city at about 10.05pm.

Light breezes from WSW, shifting to WNW last hour.

Barometer steady at 30.06.

At 8.30pm finished swinging to the flood tide.


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25 July 1891

At anchor North River, New York, and at anchor off Faulkner's Island, Long Island Sound

Lat 40.780, Long -73.926


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool, moonlight.

Gentle breeze in squalls first hour from NW, falling to light airs and backing to SW.


4am to 8am:

Clear, light breezes to light airs from SW and WSW and NW.

Ebb tide.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal.

At 8.00am hauled down guard flag.

J. Kloote, Second-class Fireman, returned on board 72 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Fair and pleasant, clearing toward end of watch.

Light airs from between NW and WSW.

Barometer steady.

Discharged this day from U.S.S. "Yorktown" and the Naval Service, F.E. Austin, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, with an honorable discharge.

Received for steaming purposes 500 gallons fresh water.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters.

By order of Commanding Officer released from confinement G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class.

At 8.45am commenced swinging to flood, finished at 9.50am.

Engines reported ready at 9.27am.

Hove in to short stay and broke position pennant, hauling it down shortly after.

At 10.00am called all hands up anchor.

Anchor away at 10.18am.

Started ahead at 10.31am.

Leaving U.S.S. "Newark", U.S.S. "Concord", U.S.S. "Boston" and U.S.S. "Cushing" behind.

Stood down North River, rounded Battery.

Stood to Eastward passing under Brooklyn Bridge at 11.28am and through Hell Gate at 12.00pm, current setting to Eastward, in column at distance.

Abreast of Navy Yard at 11.29am, received salute of 13 guns, which was returned by the flagship with 9 guns.

Made routine signals: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 1; at noon numeral 140.

Sent boat for pilot at 9.30am.

Flagship made following signals, namely: at 9.00 telegraphic 8277, 1623, 9409, 4097, 4204, 7171, 945, numeral 9, answer 30; at 10.12am tactical 240, U.S.S. "Newark" and U.S.S. "Concord" excused; at 10.42am U.S.S. "Cushing" tactical 91; at 10.50am general signal 2972 to U.S.S. "Atlanta", U.S.S. "Yorktown", U.S.S. "Vesuvius"; at 10.54am to fleet tactical 244.

U.S.S. "Boston" to flagship: at 10.30am 3669; at 10.38am telegraphic 9219.

Draught of ship forward 11 feet 10 inches, aft 15 feet 8 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially cloudy, sprinkling rain last hour.

Light breezes from North by West, hauling to SE.

At 3.40pm put over patent log reading 23.8, Eatons Neck bearing South by E¾E (per compass), Lloyd's Point bearing SW (per compass).

In column at distance on flagship standing up Long Island Sound, making good course ENE½E till 3.50pm, when changed course to E¼S.

At 12.15pm U.S.S. "Cushing" rejoined squadron.

At 2.30pm U.S.S. "Boston" was sighted astern, and about 3 miles astern at end of watch.

At 1.20pm flagship made [signal] 297 and squadron stopped to discharge pilots.

At 1.40pm flagship made [signal] 290 and squadron started ahead in obedience to signal.

Under steam in three boiler, pressure 120, vacuum 26, revolutions 87.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breeze from SE and South by East.

Barometer steady.

Between 4.00pm and 5.00pm average course about E½S.

At 5.30pm changed course to ENE½E from East by South (per compass), patent log 38.8, Middle Ground light bore about NW (per compass).

Steaming in column ahead at distance.

Number of revolutions 93.4, steam 112 pounds, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from SSW to WSW.

Stood in for anchorage at 7.35pm, came to with starboard anchor, veering to 45 fathoms, Falkner Island light bearing East, distant 2 miles, six fathoms water, bottom mud.

Flagship made following signals: at 6.15pm general telegraphic 0776, 8332, 624, 4204, 9279, 6691, 9409, 9279, 0856, 6839, 4260; at 7.20pm 230; at 7.45pm 2121; and at 7.50pm "Be ready to get under way at half past four if weather is good".

Ship's draft forward 11 feet 10 inches, aft 15 feet 6 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with light to moderate breeze hauling from West to North by East.

U.S.S. "Concord" came in and anchored to Southward and Westward.

Flood tide after 9.45pm.

Moon rose behind clouds at 10.30pm, after which generally obscured.


Faulkner's Island is also known as Falkner Island.


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26 July 1891

At anchor off Faulkner's Island, and at anchor Fishers Island Sound

Lat 41.26, Long -72.05


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, moon occasionally visible.

Gentle breezes from North.

Barometer steady.

At 3.15am spread fires under boilers A, C and D.

At about 3.50am hove in to 30 fathoms water's edge.


4am to 8am:

Partially cloudy.

Light breezes from ENE to NNE.

At 4.30am called all hands up anchor and got under way in obedience to signal 240 from flagship, and headed to Eastward in column at distance, fires in three boilers, average steam pressure 120 [pounds], vacuum 26, revolutions 86.

At 4.45am flagship made [signal] 255, at 7.00am uniform and time signals 3357, 3955, 6375, at 7.25am to U.S.S. "Yorktown" preparatory 231, 112 numeral 6, and at 7.35am general 90.

At 8.00am this vessel anchored in 6 fathoms, water muddy bottom, and veered to 30 fathoms on starboard chain.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from NNW to WSW.

Barometer steady.

At 8.15am hove up starboard anchor and shifted berth a little to the Southward and Westward.

Let go starboard anchor in six fathoms water, soft bottom, and veered to 30 fathoms chain.

North Dumpling light bore NE¼E (magnetic) and New London light NNW½W (magnetic).

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

The Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew.

At 9.00am, 10.00am and 12.00pm made routine signals.

At 9.04am flagship made general signal 3340, and at 10.20am 3839 and numeral 10 answer 30.

Answered.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light wind from WSW.

Swung to ebb at 1.40pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant.

Light breezes from WSW.

Barometer unsteady.

Flood tide.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Damp.

Light breezes from WSW and West.

Moon rose at 10.35pm.

Swinging to flood tide.


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27 July 1891

At anchor off Fishers Island, Long Island Sound

Lat 41.26, Long -72.05


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool.

Light breeze from West and NNW.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Cool and pleasant.

Light wind from North to North by East.

At 4.15am made out U.S.S. "Newark" to the Westward of the lightship, flying her distinguishing pennant.

At 4.45am the flagship hoisted her colors.

At 5.15am U.S.S. "Newark" anchored to Northward and Eastward of flagship.

At 7.00am flagship made general signals 3357, 3955 and 6375.


8am to meridian:

Fair and hot.

Light airs to light breeze from North to WNW.

At 9.30am a detail of officers of New York Naval Reserve Artillery came on board, went to quarters with regular crews, officer looking on; at 10.15am instructed officers in ammunition, fuzes, et cetera, and at 11.15am went to quarters in 3rd Division, officers replacing members of regular crew, and drilled for half an hour.

Commanding Officer awarded punishments as follows: F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, G. Riddick, Landsman, out of uniform on spar deck, white hats in place of watch caps, 2 hours' extra duty each; C. Gulbrunsen, Seaman, out of uniform, red under shirt, 2 hours' extra duty; J.E. Groat, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, inattention on messenger watch, 4 hours' extra duty.

Made routine signals: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 1; and at noon numeral 129.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair.

Light to gentle breezes from WSW to West.

Barometer rising.

Naval Reserve on board.

Drilled the same at secondary battery from 1.30pm to 2.30pm.

From 2.30pm to 3.45pm instructed in Powder Division.

At 1.20pm flagship made [signal] preparatory 5455.

At 1.25pm general signal 5455.

Loosed sail.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from West.

At 4.10pm flagship made [signal] 2984, and piped down washed clothes, at 4.15pm flagship made [signal] 4826, and furled sail in obedience to signal.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from West.

Barometer rising first hour.

By order of the Rear Admiral Commanding sent a 6-inch sub-caliber to U.S.S. "Newark", and a mushroom and pressure gauge to U.S.S. "Boston".


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Airs from WNW to West by South.

Moon rose at 11.00pm.


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28 July 1891

At anchor off Fishers Island, New York

Lat 41.26, Long -72.05


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudless sky, except last hour, bright moonlight, heavy dew.

Light airs from WSW and SW.

At 1.00am velocity of ebb 0.5 knot.

At 2.05am began to swing, and at 2.40am finished swinging to flood.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, light haze about horizon.

Light airs from NW first hour, calm next two hours, light airs from South at end of watch.

At 7.00am flagship made time and uniform signal 3340, followed immediately after by the dress signals 3955 and 6375 in succession.

Hoisted out steam cutter.

Broke guard flag at 8.00am.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant, cloudy latter part and threatening rain.

Light airs and breezes from SSW and South.

At 9.00am Naval Militia officers came on board for drill.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised at general quarters in obedience to signal from flagship 4873, first with regular crews, then with crews partly filled by Naval Militia officers.

Time of divisions as follows: 1st Division 2 minutes 30 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 50 seconds; 3rd Division 57 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes 30 seconds; Navigator's Division 55 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 55 seconds.

Commander R.D. Evans and Ensign G.R. Evans reported on board U.S.S. "Newark" as members of General Court Martial, which assembled at 10.00am with jack hoisted at mizzen.

Exercised Naval Militia at sub-caliber target practice.

At 8.45am U.S.S. "Constellation" got under way and attempted to beat out of harbor.

At 11.30am she came to anchor.

U.S.S. "Cushing" came out of New London and anchored in her old berth.

Made routine signals to flagship at 9.00am, 10.00am and 12.00pm.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with drizzling rain occasionally.

First half light airs from SSW, afterwards gentle breeze from same direction.

Barometer falling.

The Naval Militia officers came on board at 1.30pm, and were exercised at secondary battery sub-caliber firing. Expended in Ordnance Department: 500 ball cartridges caliber .45.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, with light drizzle early in watch.

Light wind from SSW.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with light SSW breeze.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy.

Light airs from SSW.

Barometer steady.


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29 July 1891

At anchor off Fishers Island, New York

Lat 41.11, Long -71.82 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with light shower of rain first part.

Light air and breezes from South by West to SSE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from South and SSE.

Barometer unsteady.

At 7.00am spread fires under two boilers, flagship made time and uniform signals.

Made preparations for sea.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy weather.

Light breeze from SE.

At 8.30am got under way and stood through the Race, followed shortly after by U.S.S. "Cushing".

At 10.00am anchored in 17 fathoms water, veering to 45 fathoms on starboard chain.

Bearings at anchorage: Montauk Point SW.

Planted the target, U.S.S. "Cushing" planting buoys for the observers' boats.

At 10.30am observed the flagship with the squadron standing out.

The flagship took position near the outside buoy, the squadron remaining in column.

At noon got under way.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Ship's draft forward 11 feet 9 inches, aft 15 feet 9 inches.

At 11.55am flagship made signal to this ship, 306, and at noon this ship made signal to the flagship, numeral 121.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with light SE breeze.

At 12.30pm flagship entering firing line, began 6-inch practice and was followed by U.S.S. "Newark", U.S.S. "Concord" and U.S.S. "Boston", after which target capsized.

This ship put out another target, which also capsized, tide being no doubt too strong.

U.S.S. "Atlanta" put out third target, and main battery practice was finished by U.S.S. "Atlanta" and U.S.S. "Yorktown".

Flagship next headed column toward firing line for practice with starboard battery, Hotchkiss guns, practice ended when target was carried away.

Expended in Ordnance [Department]: 6 32.6-pound charges; 6 6-inch cast iron shell, percussion fuzed; 6 vent-sealing primers; and 10 3-pound Hotchkiss common shell, percussion fuzed; and 2 Navy targets; and expended in Equipment [Department]: 2 boat anchors; and 200 fathoms anchor line.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy.

Gentle breezes from between SE and ESE.

Barometer steady.

At beginning of watch in column at distance, steering various courses.

At about 4.17pm the "Stonington", Naval Reserve boat, flying flag of State of New York, passed along the column to starboard, paraded Marine Guard and gave three flourishings when abreast of U.S.S. "Chicago", this vessel fired a salute of 17 guns, with the flag of State of New York at the main.

At 5.25pm standing through the Race, current setting to Eastward.

At 5.50pm let go starboard anchor, 6½ fathoms water, soft bottom, 30 fathoms chain at water's edge.

Bearings: North Dumpling light NE¼E, New London light NNW¼W (both magnetic).

Draught of ship forward 11 feet 6 inches, aft 15 feet 5 inches.

At 4.04pm U.S.S. "Boston" made to 2nd Division [signal] tactical 256, at 5.25pm tactical 89.

Average steam 120 pounds, vacuum 26 inches, number of turns 83 (1 hour 55 minutes).


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and damp.

Light breezes from SE.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy and cool.

Light breeze from SE.

Barometer steady.

At 8.20pm, in obedience to signal from flagship, the fleet exercised with search lights.


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30 July 1891

At anchor off Fishers Island, New York

Lat 41.26, Long -72.06


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather.

Light breeze from East by North to NE by East.

Moon rose at 12.20am.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, first half misty.

Light breeze from Northward and Eastward.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signals.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy.

Light breezes from between East and ESE.

Barometer falling slowly.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters.

Drilled infantry company and section of artillery.

Engaged in cleaning ship outside.

Hoisted out steam cutter.

Received in Ordnance [Department]: 1200 rounds .45 caliber blank cartridges.

U.S.S. "Vesuvius" got under way at about 9.44am and stood over towards New London, let fly the dispatch flag.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: J. Wescovers, Seaman, C. Gulbrunsen, Seaman, G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, late at quarters, 2 hours' extra duty each; J. Wescovers, Seaman, C. Gulbrunsen, Seaman, dirty clothes at inspection, 2 hours' extra duty each; G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, non-uniform undershirt at inspection, 2 hours' extra duty; J.E. Frates, Seaman Apprentice First-class, not scrubbing gun gear, 2 hours' extra duty.

Made routine signals as follows, namely: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 1; at noon numeral 115.

Following signals were made by the flagship: at 8.15am to U.S.S. "Vesuvius" general 3094; at 8.45am to fleet telegraphic 2990, 0935, 6746, 6396, 9319, 6504; later to fleet telegraphic 3779, 3588, 7977, 0970, 9318, 8044, 1532 and 2208; at 11.08am to U.S.S. "Yorktown" general signal 1087; at 11.30am to fleet telegraphic 816, 6398, 0935, 1267, 7495, 0970, 1532 and 609.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light wind from ESE.

At 1.00pm landing party from squadron went on shore for the sham battle on Fishers Island.

At 3.50pm landing party returned.

Flagship made the following signals: at 1.00pm 58; at 1.30pm 60; and at 1.50pm 292.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and rainy.

Light breeze from ESE.

Barometer falling.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with drizzling rain.

Airs from ESE.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy and rainy.

Light SSE breeze first hour, falling calm second, light NNW airs last half.


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31 July 1891

At anchor off Fishers Island, and New London, Connecticut

Lat 41.26, Long -72.06


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast first part, clearing latter part.

Light airs to gentle breezes at end of watch, from NW to NNW at end of watch.

Barometer steady last three hours.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy first part, clearing last hour.

Light to gentle breezes from NNW.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3840, then 3955 and 6075.


8am to meridian:

First part cloudy, afterwards clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from North by East and NNW.

Barometer rising.

By order of the Commanding Officer V.C. Barrett, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, was placed in confinement for five days on bread and water, for being impudent when spoken to by Officer of Deck.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

Exercised infantry and artillery companies.

At 9.00am, 10.00am and 12.00pm made routine signals.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from NNW to North.

At 2.00pm, upon signal from flagship, embarked marines, infantry and artillery for landing on Fisher Island for dress parade.

Boats returned to ship, soon after the men being out of uniform.

Shifted them to uniform and sent them back.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, with light airs from North.

Battalion returned from shore, hoisted boats and prepared to get under way.

At end of watch forming in column to stand into New London harbor.

Draught forward 11 feet 5 inches, aft 15 feet 5 inches.

At 5.40pm flagship made [signal] tactical 240, at 5.43pm tactical 256.


6pm to 8pm:

At beginning standing into the Thames River for anchorage.

Squadron in column at half distance, steering various courses.

At 7.06pm came to with starboard anchor in 4¾ fathoms water, muddy bottom, veered to 30 fathoms chain.

Squadron in inverted order.

Bearings at anchorage: Groton Monument NNE½E, flagstaff Fort Trumbull NNW½W (both magnetic).

Draught of ship ford 11 feet 5 inches, aft 15 feet 5 inches.

At anchor off New London the U.S. Training Ship U.S.S. "Constellation" and Revenue steamer U.S.R.C. "Dexter".

At about 6.30pm U.S.S. "Constellation" saluted the flagship with 13 guns, which was returned by 7 guns.

Following signals were made by flagship, namely: at 6.10pm numeral 45 to fleet; at 6.20pm tactical 247, 100 numeral 45, tactical 276, numeral 1 answer 5; at 6.20pm preparatory 232 6.00, 233, tactical 55, telegraphic 1267, 7672, 2414, general 9777; at 7.20pm 2121, U.S.S. "Concord" excused.

Banked fires under boiler A, C and D.

At 7.25pm called all hands cheer ship, 7.30pm cheered Naval Reserve steamer "Stonington".

At 6.15pm U.S.S. "Yorktown" to flagship interrogatory 1331.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Airs from North.



LOGS FOR AUGUST 1891


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1 August 1891

At anchor New London, Connecticut

Lat 41.34, Long -72.09


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from NNW, shifting to NE last hour.

Barometer falling.

At 1.00am commenced swinging to flood, and finished at 3.30am.


4am to 8am:

Partially cloudy, hazy.

Light airs from NE to North.

At 7.00am flagship made time signal 3340, and the following: 3955, 6375.

At 7.45am flagship loosed sail by signal, and this vessel followed movement.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with SW breeze.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishment was awarded: C. Gulbrunsen, Seaman, for slow obeying order, quarantined and money stopped until further orders.

Following signals during watch from flagship: at 9.20am general 1804, numeral 1, distinguishing U.S.S. "Newark"; at 9.30am general 3094.

Commander repaired on board flagship, at 10.00am Court Martial met on U.S.S. "Newark", Commander Evans and Ensign Evans members from this ship.

Following signals from this ship to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 1; and at noon numeral 109.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair.

Light, increasing to moderate breezes at intervals toward end of watch from SW and SW by South.

Barometer falling.

At 1.20pm flagship made general signal 4826.

Furled sail.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light to moderate breezes from SW and West by South.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SW.

Barometer steady.

Ship riding across tide.


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2 August 1891

At anchor New London, Connecticut

Lat 41.34, Long -72.09


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, light drizzling rain last two hours.

Light breeze from SW and SSE to light airs from ENE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast.

Light airs from between ENE and SE.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3350, repeated by U.S.S. "Boston", and immediately after hoisted dispatch flag, later the general uniform signal 3962.

At daylight U.S.S. "Despatch", flying the flag of the Secretary of the Navy, was found to be at anchor near U.S.S. "Chicago".

At 6.40am U.S.S. "Despatch" got under way and shifted anchorage to astern of U.S.S. "Boston".


8am to meridian:

Partially clear, hazy.

Light airs from NW, hauling to Southward.

At 9.30am held preliminary inspection at quarters, and at 9.35am Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew.

At 9.50am read Articles for Better Government of the Navy, and had general muster.

By order of Commanding Officer V.C. Barrett, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, was released from confinement.

The Commanding Officer paid an official visit to the Honorable Secretary of the Navy on board U.S.S. "Despatch".


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but generally pleasant, passing showers first half.

Light airs from South by West.

Barometer steady.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Despatch" called on board.

Ship riding across tide.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Airs from West and ENE.

At 4.40pm, and at 5.20pm flagship made [signal] 1087 to this ship.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear, with light NNE airs first hour, calm second hour.

Began preparations for sea.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool, damp.

Light airs from NW and North, calm first hour.


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3 August 1891

At anchor New London, Connecticut, and making passage to New York, and at anchor off Hempstead Bay, Long Island

Lat 41.20, Long -72.33


Midnight to 4am:

Fair to cloudy.

Light breezes from North by East.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine weather.

Light breeze from North by East, shifting to ENE last hour.

Barometer rising.

At 5.30am spread fires under three boilers.

Making preparations for getting under way.

U.S.S. "Constellation" left the harbor at 6.00am.

At 6.45am flagship made general signal 240, answered, and all the fleet, except U.S.S. "Boston" and U.S.S. "Despatch", got under way and stood down the river in column ahead.

Ship's draught forward 11 feet 4 inches, aft 15 feet 3 inches.

At 7.00am flagship made general signals 3340, 3955 and 6375, at 7.08am general signal 262, and at 7.16am general signal 256, answered.

Average revolutions 90, steam 120 pounds, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light SW breeze.

Stood out through the Race, and at 9.00am U.S.S. "Despatch" slowed down and the squadron passed in review, the flagship firing a salute of 19 guns.

At 9.20am the flagship put her helm to port and, followed in turn by the ships in column, stood to the Westward back through the Race, U.S.S. "Despatch" continuing on her course to the Eastward.

At 8.45am made U.S.S. "Boston" coming out of New London, and at 9.40am she joined the squadron, taking the last position in the column.

Passed U.S.S. "Constellation" exercising under canvas to the Westward of New London.

At noon the ships approximately in position, steering W½S at half distance, Saybrook lighthouse bearing North and Plum Island lighthouse SE by E½E.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Exercised the divisions: 1st and 3rd Divisions small arms; 2nd [Division] great guns; Powder Division instruction; and Marine Guard setting up drill.

The Executive Officer made the weekly inspection required by Regulation Circular number 77.

At 10.20am flagship made general signal 256.

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 2; and at noon numeral 100.

The Captain assigned the following punishments: J.G. Ford, Seaman Apprentice First-class, and W. O'Connell, Seaman Apprentice First-class, 6 hours' extra duty each for neglect of duty, not reporting signals; C.H. Hyde, Apprentice First-class, 4 hours' extra duty for torn neckerchief, trousers not brushed and no knife lanyard at inspection; C. Gulbrunsen, Seaman, 2 hours' extra duty for absent divisional inspection and late at quarters.

Steam 118 pounds, vacuum 26 inches, revolutions 95.6.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with light breeze to light airs from South and SSW.

In column at half distance, following motions of flagship, making good until 12.45pm W½S, till 1.00pm SW¾W, till 2.00pm W½S, till 3.00pm W⅜S, till 3.55pm W⅛S, then WSW⅞W, all per standard [compass].

At 12.15pm passed Cornfield Point lighthouse, at 1.45pm Faulkner's Island lighthouse; at 2.55pm New Haven lighthouse, and at end of watch Stratford Shoal lighthouse on starboard bow, distant about 4 miles.

Average steam 120 pounds, average revolutions 97.8.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and overcast.

Light airs from SSW.

Barometer falling.

Squadron in column at half distance, under steam alone from three boilers A, C and D.

At 4.20pm Stratford Shoal lighthouse abeam.

At 4.24pm changed course to W⅛S.

At 5.45pm Eatons [Neck] Point lighthouse and Sheffield Island light abeam, changed course to WSW⅜W.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, average number of turns 97, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast.

Light airs from ESE and SSW.

In column at half distance on flagship, steering course WSW⅝W.

At 7.00pm flagship made [signal] preparatory 230, at 7.15pm made 230, and at 7.25pm squadron anchored in obedience to signal, this vessel anchoring in 6 fathoms water, soft muddy bottom, and veered to 30 fathoms on starboard chain.

At 7.30pm this vessel swung to ebb tide, other vessels still riding to flood, at 8.00pm draught of ship forward 11 feet 4 inches, aft 15 feet 1 inch.

At 7.30pm flagship made general [signal] 2121.

Steam pressure 120 pounds, revolutions 97, vacuum 26.

At anchorage Red Bank [probably Red Spring Point] light bearing SE½E, Sands Point SW by W½W.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy weather, rain last half hour.

Light breeze from East.

Barometer steady.

Ship riding to flood tide all watch.


Faulkner's Island is also known as Falkner Island.


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4 August 1891

At anchor Long Island Sound, and at New York

Lat 40.764, Long -74.005


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with drizzling rain at intervals.

Light breeze from East to NE by East.

Ship swung around to NW at 1.30am, then returned to ENE at end of watch.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, with light drizzling rain first half.

Light ENE breeze.

At 7.25am got under way, with flagship leading, pilot on bridge, column at half distance, heading for East River.

At end of watch abreast Stepping Stones.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signals, at 7.23am tactical 240, at 7.32am tactical 256.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, damp, light mist.

Light breezes from between ENE and NE.

Barometer rising.

At beginning of watch standing down toward the Stepping Stones, squadron in column at half distance.

At 8.15am passed Stepping Stones abeam.

At 9.29am passing through Hell Gate, current setting to the Eastward.

Ship conned by Commanding Officer, pilot on the bridge.

At about 8.55am took "distance".

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, after which gave all divisions instruction and the [Marine] Guard setting up exercise.

At 10.58am came to with starboard anchor off foot of West 42nd Street in 6¾ fathoms water, muddy bottom, and secured at 45 fathoms chain.

Flood tide.

Bearings at anchorage: Tripp's elevator S¼W, Delaware and Hudson Railroad docks W¼S (both magnetic).

Draught of ship forward 11 feet 2 inches, aft 15 feet 5 inches.

Put pilot on shore.

The following signals were made by the flagship: at 8.51am tactical 255; at 9.45am to U.S.S. "Newark" general signal 5108; at 10.15am tactical preparatory 234; at 10.28am tactical 90; at 10.30am tactical 233.

Slack water high at about 11.00am.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, turns 83.8, vacuum 26 inches.

Made routine signals to flagship, namely: at 9.09am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 1; at 12.00pm numeral 88.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light airs and breezes from NE.

At 1.00pm made [signal] interrogatory 4891, flagship answered in affirmative, got under way and shifted to berth just to Northward of U.S.S. "Boston".

At 1.25pm came to anchor in 6½ fathoms water and veered to 30 fathoms on starboard chain, soft muddy bottom.

At 1.45pm made [signal] interrogatory 4557 to flagship, and at 2.10pm flagship made general 4557.

Hauled fires in obedience to signal.

At 3.50pm U.S.S. "Cushing" shifted berth to West side of river, to Southward of Weehawken ferry.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast.

Light breezes from NE by East and NE.

Barometer steady at 30.12.

Received in Equipment (exempted classes) from the Equipment Officer, Navy Yard, New York: two armatures.

Sent liberty party ashore.

At 6.10pm began swinging to the flood, finished at 7.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy first part, then clearing.

Light breezes from NE and ENE.

At 11.10pm commenced swinging to ebb, finished at 11.40pm.


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5 August 1891

At anchor North River, New York

Lat 40.764, Long -74.005


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool.

Light breezes from NNE to ENE.

Barometer steady.

Riding to the ebb.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy.

Light breezes from NE.

Barometer rising.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3357, followed by 3955 and 6375.

Engaged in cleaning ship.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, gloomy weather.

Light breezes from NE.

At 9.30am went to quarters and inspected divisions.

M. Flaherty, Coal Heaver, and T. Smith, Seaman, absent without leave.

Drilled Powder Division at infantry.

Gun divisions overhauled and cleaned battery.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishment was awarded: G. Reddick, Landsman, for filthy clothes, 4 hours' extra duty.

At 9.00am, 10.00am and 12.00pm made routine signals: numeral 2; numeral 1; numeral 86.

At 10.30am flagship made [signal] 5455, U.S.S. "Newark" excused, and loosed sail in obedience to signal.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with occasional light drizzle.

Light breeze from NE and NE by North.

Barometer unsteady.

At 3.30pm flagship made general signal 4326, answered and furled sail.

At 3.40pm flagship made general signal 2934, answered.

Received from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont" Thomas Jones, Coal Heaver, with bag, hammock and accounts.

Riding to ebb tide.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, light drizzle last hour.

Light airs and breezes from NE to East by South.

At 4.50pm U.S.S. "Vesuvius" got under way and stood down river.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs from East by South.

Barometer rising.

Riding to flood tide.


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6 August 1891

At anchor North River, New York

Lat 40.764, Long -74.005


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with occasional drizzle of rain.

Airs from NE.

Slack water high at 12.00am, swung to ebb at 12.35am.


4am to 8am:

Partially cloudy, hazy.

Light airs from NNE to ENE.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3357, also 3955 and 6375.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm.

Light airs from ENE, shifting to NE last hour.

Barometer rising first half.

At 9.00am ship finished swinging to the flood.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

The following named men were absent without leave, namely: C.F. Face, Apothecary, J. Healy, Water Tender, L. Traumer, Oiler, C.J. Winestock, Seaman Apprentice First-class, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, J. Smith, Coal Heaver, M. Flaherty, Coal Heaver, and T. Smith, Seaman.

Cleared ship for action, and exercised at general quarters.

Times: clear ship, ready: forward 4 minutes 50 seconds; aft 4 minutes 10 seconds; mainmast 3 minutes 0 seconds.

Cast loose and provide: 1st Division 1 minute 15 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 0 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 10 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 15 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 20 seconds; Engineer's Division 2 minutes 45 seconds.

C.F. Face, Apothecary, and J. Healy, Water Tender, absent without leave, returned on board three hours over time.

At 10.00am General Court Martial met on board U.S.S. "Newark".

John Bernard McCormack was this day enlisted as a landsman for three years.

Received from water boat "Croton" 6500 gallons fresh water.

At 9.00am, 10.00am and 12.00pm made routine signals.

Passed Assistant Paymaster C.W. Littlefield left the ship on leave until Monday next.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from NE and SE.

Received from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont" Willie Hills, Second-class Fireman, with his papers and effects.

Received from General Storekeeper, Navy Yard, New York, one coil manila rope.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

Slack water high at 12.35pm, swung to ebb at 1.00pm.

M. Flaherty, Coal Heaver, returned on board 30 hours over time


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from SE.

Barometer steady.

At 4.04pm made signal for closing watertight doors, times: starboard engine room 45 seconds; port engine room 45 seconds; berth deck 1 minute 5 seconds.

Ship commenced swinging to the ebb at 5.25pm, and finished at 7.10pm.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Airs from South to SW.

Ship riding to the flood.


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7 August 1891

At anchor North River, New York, and in dry dock, Navy Yard

Lat 40.764, Long -74.005


Midnight to 4am:

Fair first half, cloudy later.

Light WNW airs.

Swung to ebb in 20 minutes, finishing at 1.00am.


4am to 8am:

First half cloudy, afterwards clear.

Light airs from WNW.

Barometer steady.

C.J. Winestock, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent without leave, returned on board 46½ hours over time.

At 7.00am flagship made time and uniform signals.

Riding to ebb all watch.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from West to SW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions: 1st Division and Marines setting up drill; 3rd Division instruction; 2nd Division great guns; and Powder Division small arms.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 77½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 62 pounds fresh bread.

The following men absent over time: L. Traummer, Oiler, J. Smith, Coal Heaver, J. Cleary, Seaman Apprentice First-class, G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, T. Smith, Seaman, and P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker.

At 10.30am started fires under one boiler, and at 11.00am spread fires under two boilers.

Shipped Joseph Valentine Kane as a coal heaver for three years' general service.

At 10.15am the flagship made signal 4913 to this ship.

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 6; at 10.00am numeral 0; and at noon numeral 82.

P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker, returned on board 51 hours over time.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with light breeze to light airs from SSW.

At 2.20pm got under way, steam from two boilers, en route for Navy yard, at end of watch entering Simpson dry dock.

At 3.15pm made cornet 236, U.S.S. "Vermont" answered.

Draft forward 11 feet 5 inches, aft 15 feet 0 inches.

Took from water boat "Croton" 10,000 gallons fresh water for steaming purposes.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather, warm.

Airs from SSE to SSW.

Crew engaged scrubbing bottom as water was pumped out of dock.

Scrubbing nearly completed at dark.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy first hour, clear later.

Light SSW and SW airs.


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8 August 1891

In Simpson dry dock, Navy Yard, and at anchor North River, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant, starlight.

Light airs from SW to West.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from WNW.

Finished up scrubbing bottom.

Yard men at work rigging stages for painting.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and hot.

Light airs from NNW and NNE.

Ship's company engaged in scraping and painting ship's bottom, touching up rust spots with brown metallic composition and McInnes' green paint.

Overhauling sea valves and flood cocks.

Absent without leave: J. Cleary, Seaman Apprentice First-class, G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, T. Smith, Seaman, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, and J. Smith, Coal Heaver.

J.E. Groat, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, reported expiration of term of enlistment.

Received in Engineer's Department: 4 sand glasses; 6 nipples, brass; 1 roller tube expander; 67 pounds sheet brass; 1 sheet boiler plate; 30 pounds sheet copper; 115 pounds cotton waste; 2 bars Tobin's metal.

Received in Equipment Department: 12 globes for lanterns; 8 globes, dark, lanterns; 1 ream paper, cap; 1 ream paper, manifold; 25 envelopes, official; 25 dozen envelopes. note; 2 gross steel pens; 6 dozen lead pencils; ½ dozen pencils red and blue; 3 letter files; ½ ream paper, note; and 1 United States ensign number 10.

Yard workmen painting on bottom.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and warm.

Calms and light variable airs and breezes.

Barometer falling.

Continued painting ship's bottom with McInnes' anti-fouling composition, employing about 27 navy yard men and 30 deck hands.

Finished painting at about 3.25pm.

Took down stagings.

Examined sea valves and made preparations for going out of dock.

Corporal M. Green and Private Marine Noonan, both of U.S. Marine Corps, reported on board for duty from the Marine Barracks, Brooklyn, New York, with bags and hammocks.

Discharged this day from U.S.S. "Yorktown" and the Naval Service of the United States, by reason of his attaining the age of twenty-one years, James Edwin Groat, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, with an Honorable Discharge.

Examined all ammunition room flood cocks.

Received from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont" with bags, hammocks and transfer papers, the following landsmen, namely: Thomas Gillen, Thomas F. Birmingham and T.F. Ryan.

Turned in to the Bureau of Navigation, Navy Yard, New York: one repaired armature number 1.

Received in Equipment Department: 2 barrels charcoal; 1 cord pine wood; 2 boat anchors; 2 chamois skins; 12 boxes plate powder.

Received in Ordnance Department: 1 box drill cartridges, 6-pounder (10); 2 boxes drill cartridges, 3-pounder (15); 2 extractors for same; 4 caisson boxes; 6 brush covers; 200 pounds white zinc; 50 pounds Prince's metallic paint.

Turned in to General Storekeeper: 4 caisson boxes, condemned.

Received in Equipment Department (exempted classes): 2 transom push buttons.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with light airs from West.

At 4.10pm began flooding dock, finished at 4.50pm, removed caisson at 5.20pm.

Left dock with assistance of yard tug, working engines with steam from two boilers as soon as possible.

Left yard and proceeded around Battery to North River.

Made distinguishing pennant and [signal] interrogatory 1211, answered by U.S.S. "Newark".

Came to at 6.40pm in 6 fathoms, with soft muddy bottom, veering to 37½ fathoms on starboard chain.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and bright starlight.

Calms and light variable airs.

Finished swinging to the flood at 8.25pm.


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9 August 1891

At anchor North River, New York

Lat 40.764, Long -74.005


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from North by West to NE by North.

Heavy dew.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with light sprinklers of rain third and forth hours.

At 7.00am Senior Officer made time and uniform signals.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy to overcast, light mist hanging over river.

Light airs from North by East to ESE.

Barometer steady.

At 9.30am held divisional muster and inspection, after which went to quarters.

The Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew at quarters.

The following named men were reported absent from the ship without leave, namely: John Smith, Coal Heaver, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, T. Smith, Seaman, J. Cleary, Seaman Apprentice First-class, G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, H.S. McEvoy, Landsman, R. Morean, Second-class Fireman, and W. Cuff, Landsman.

Sent liberty party on shore.

Made routine signals as follows, namely: at 9.00am numeral 8; at 10.00am numeral 0; at noon numeral 77.

At 10.25am finished swinging to the flood.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, hazy weather.

Light airs from SSW and calms.

By order of Commanding Officer a reward of ($10.00) ten dollars was offered for the apprehension and delivery on board of each of the following men, who are absent without leave, namely: T. Smith, Seaman, J. Smith, Coal Heaver, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, T. Cleary, Seaman Apprentice First-class, G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, H.S. McEvoy, Landsman, J. T. Morean, Second-class Fireman, and W. Cuff, Landsman.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy.

Light airs and breezes from SW to SSW first part, NE by East latter part.

Barometer steady.

Making preparations for coaling ship.

F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, and T. Smith, Seaman, returned on board, [left blank] hours and [left blank] hours over time respectively.

Riding to the ebb tide.


8pm to midnight:

Partially clear, hazy, lightning to Northward and Eastward.

Light airs from NE by East, hauling to South by West.

Shut down dynamo at 10.40pm.


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10 August 1891

At anchor in North River, New York

Lat 40.764, Long -74.005


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and warm.

Light breeze from SW and West.

Barometer about steady.

Ship commenced swinging to the flood at 2.30am, and finished at 3.15am.


4am to 8am:

At 6.55am coal lighter came alongside.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Newark" made uniform and time signal 3340, then the following dress signals, namely: 3157, 6377, 6378 and 6379.


8am to meridian:

Clear and hot.

Calms and light airs from NNW.

At 8.15am commenced coaling ship using steam launch davit, gangway and torpedo port.

At 10.15am U.S.S. "Atlanta" asked Senior Officer permission to get under way, which was granted by U.S.S. "Newark".

At 10.30am U.S.S. "Atlanta" got under way and stood down the river.

At 10.35am U.S.S. "Chicago" hoisted Senior Officer's pennant, U.S.S. "Newark" hauling down.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 86¼ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 69 pounds bread.

At 9.00am, 10.00am and 12.00pm made routine signals numeral 6, numeral 0, numeral 75.

At 11.50am flagship made [signal] telegraphic 4916, 684, 8425, 4209, 5179.

At 11.50am knocked off coaling, having received 78 tons 286 pounds.

Absentees: W. Cuff, Landsman, J. Morean, Second-class Fireman, G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, J. Cleary, Seaman Apprentice First-class, J. Smith, Coal Heaver, and O.A. Fogelstrom, Blacksmith.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from West and SW.

Barometer falling.

Ship commenced swinging to the ebb at 3.20pm.

Edward Brennan, Boiler Maker, was this day discharged from this vessel and the [Naval] Service, his term of enlistment having expired, Continuous Service Certificate 4254.

Engaged in coaling ship, having received on board during watch 59 tons 418 pounds.

O.A. Fogelstrom, Blacksmith, absent without leave, returned on board 19 hours over time.

Received in Paymaster's Department following stores: 1568 pounds flour; 200 pounds rice; 800 pounds pork; 600 pounds beef; 300 pounds sugar; 144 pounds tomatoes; 100 pounds dried fruit; 171 pounds pickles; 492 pounds ham; 300 pounds coffee; 212 gallons beans; 750 pounds saltwater soap; 400 pounds tobacco; 4 mess kettles; 50 pair calf shoes; 5 mattresses; 20 overcoats; 100 watch caps; 50 white hats; 100 pairs woolen socks; and 50 working suits.

The Senior Officer's pennant on U.S.S. "Chicago" was hauled down and the Admiral's flag hoisted.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and hot.

Light airs from SW.

Coaling ship.

Knocked off at 5.20pm for supper.

Recommenced at 6.00pm and coaled till 7.25pm, total amount received on board 178 tons and 600 pounds.

Lieutenant J.E. De Witt Veeder returned on board from leave.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from SW.

Barometer rising first hour.

Ship commenced swinging to the flood at 9.20pm, and finished at 10.30pm.

Passed Assistant Paymaster C.W. Littlefield and Passed Assistant Surgeon J.C. Boyd returned from leave.


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11 August 1891

At anchor North River, New York

Lat 40.764, Long -74.005


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, hot.

Airs from SW.

Slack water high at 3.10am, swung to ebb at 3.40am.

J. Morean, Second-class Fireman, returned on board 42½ hours over time, and G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, returned on board 91 hours over time.


4am to 8am:

Clear and hot.

Light airs from SW.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3340, and following uniform signals: 6379, 6377, 6378 and 3957.

Commenced coaling at 5.00am and stopped 7.45am, having received in all 214 tons 2117 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light airs and breezes from SSW.

Barometer steady.

At 9.00am, 10.00am and 12.00pm made routine signals.

W. Cuff, Landsman, and J. Smith, Coal Heaver, absent without leave.

The following enlistments were made, namely: Edward Brennan, for three years as first class fireman; William John Curley, for three years as landsman; Frank Moens, for three years and dated back to July 21st 1891, as a seaman.

Engaged in coaling ship, finishing at about 12.00pm, having received in all 268 tons 1753 pounds.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with passing showers second hour.

Wind from SSW.

Received on board in Equipment Department: 24 wall brushes, 6 inches; 4 badger brushes; 10 lights of glass, 14 inches x 32 inches; and 10 pounds usudurian packing.

Received on board 53 tons 1876 pounds coal.

Engaged cleaning ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and warm.

Light breezes from SSW to SW by West.

Barometer unsteady.

Ship commenced swinging to the ebb at 4.15pm, and finished at 5.20pm.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light wind from SW to West by South.

Lightning to the Westward.

Slack water low at 9.50pm, swung to flood at 11.00pm.


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12 August 1891

At anchor North River, and making passage to New London, Connecticut

Lat 40.764, Long -74.005


Midnight to 4am:

Generally cloudy.

Light West and West by South breezes.

Flood tide.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Light breezes from SW and SW by West.

Barometer rising.

Ship commenced swinging to the ebb at 4.10am, and finished at 5.00am.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signals.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 92½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables; and 74 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, hot.

Airs from SW by South.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, the following men absent overtime: J. Hallaghan, First-class Fireman, W. Cuff, Landsman, and J. Smith, Coal Heaver.

J. Hallaghan, Second-class Fireman, returned on board 52 hours over time.

Spread fires under three boiler.

The Captain assigned the following punishments: T. Clinch, Ordinary Seaman, absent muster anchor watch, 2 extra anchor watches; C. Gulbrunsen, Seaman, shoes not blacked Sunday inspection, 2 hours' extra duty; C.J. Hyde, Apprentice First-class, no knife lanyard Sunday inspection, 2 hours' extra duty; J. Rogers, Landsman, torn neckerchief Sunday inspection, 2 hours' extra duty; E. Moore, Landsman, noisy talking in officers' quarters 7.00am, one extra watch; G. White, Landsman, not calling officers at time ordered, 2 extra watches; T. Clinch, Ordinary Seaman, out of uniform, 4 hours' extra duty; T. Cassidy, Quartermaster, neglect of duty, 1 week's restriction.

Making preparations for getting under way.

A Hell Gate pilot came on board from the flagship at 11.45am.

At 11.55am called all hands up anchor.

Hove in to 15 fathoms.

The flagship made following signals: at 9.45am telegraphic 827, 1694, 40, 420, 7171, 445, and numeral 11.30; at 10.00am 3663, and numeral 11.30.

Made following signals to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 3; at 10.00am numeral 1; and at noon numeral 338.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear first hour, then gradually clouding over.

Light SW by West and WSW breezes.

Got under way at 12.15pm in column at half distance, natural order, pilot and commander on bridge.

Stood down North River and up East [River] through Hell Gate into [Long Island] Sound.

Abreast Execution Rock stopped to discharge pilot, and at 3.33pm started ahead, putting over patent log reading 55.0.

At 1.40pm took distance.

At 1.25pm U.S.S. "Yantic", at anchor in East River, made cornet 235, acknowledged by flagship.

At end of watch abreast of Matinecock Point, distant 2 miles.

Signals from flagship: at 12.15pm general tactical 240; at 12.21pm to U.S.S. "Yorktown" 305, numeral 5; at 1.40pm general tactical 255; at 3.05pm tactical 297; at 3.30pm tactical 280.

Average steam 120 pounds, revolutions 81.7.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, light drizzling rain first hour.

Light breezes from SSE.

Barometer steady.

Squadron in column at distance, following motions of the flagship.

Between 5.11pm and 5.35pm changing course between ENE and E¼S, remainder of watch making course E¾S.

At beginning of watch off Matinecock Point.

Average steam 120 pounds, vacuum 26 inches, average number of turns 79.9.

At 4.14pm went to fire quarters, water [in] 2 minutes 15 seconds, retreat 4.19pm.

At 4.45.00pm sounded steam siren and closed watertight doors, starboard engine room 15 seconds, port same, berth deck 30 seconds.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and warm.

Light airs from South.

In column at distance, following movements of flagship, standing up the [Long Island] Sound, making good course E¾S first hour, and E½S second hour.

Under steam in three boilers.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, revolutions 80, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy weather, clearing last hour.

Gentle to moderate breeze from North by West.

Barometer rising.

At 10.00pm Horton Point light bore on starboard beam, and at 10.45pm Cornfield light bore on port beam.

Between 10.45pm and 11.30pm sighted Plum Island, Little Gull, Race Rock, North Dumpling and New London lights.

Passed a number of vessels during watch.

At about 12.00am the fleet slowed down.

Average number of revolutions 76, steam 120 pounds, vacuum 25.5 inches.

At end of watch Bartlett Reef lightvessel bore abeam on port hand.


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13 August 1891

At anchor Long Island Sound and New London, Connecticut

Lat 41.33, Long -72.09


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light wind from NNW.

At 12.30am came to starboard anchor in 11 fathoms of water, veering to 45 fathoms chain, the other ships anchoring at the same time.

Bearings at anchorage: Bartlett Reef light SW by W½W, and New London light NE½N.

Banked fires.

At 12.05am and 12.10am flagship made general signal tactical 230, and at 12.30am made 2121.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, fair last hour.

Light NW and North by West breezes.

At 5.00am spread fires, and had engines ready at 6.00am.

Squadron, except this ship and U.S.S. "Boston", got under way and swung ship for compass error.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signals.

At 7.30am flagship made [signal] tactical 237, at 7.40am tactical 251.

Got under way and proceeded to place in column.

At end of watch forming column at distance.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant weather.

Light airs from between North and NNE.

Barometer steady.

At beginning of watch squadron in column at distance, standing in for New London.

At about 9.20am came to with starboard anchor in 4¾ fathoms water, muddy bottom, and secured at 45 fathoms chain.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Absentees: W. Cuff, Landsman, and J. Smith, Coal Heaver.

Drilled divisions as follows, namely: 1st Division great guns; 2nd Division infantry; 3rd Division cleaning battery; Powder Division and Marine Guard manual of arms.

Bearings at anchorage: flagstaff Fort Trumbull North by W¾W, Pequot landing South by W¾W.

Ship's draught forward 13 feet 5 inches, aft 15 feet 4 inches.

Engaged cleaning and painting ship.

Flagship made following signals, namely: at 8.30am to fleet tactical 233; at 8.35am tactical 246, with following distinguishing pennants in order: U.S.S. "Chicago"; U.S.S. "Newark"; U.S.S. "Concord"; U.S.S. "Boston"; U.S.S. "Yorktown"; and U.S.S. "Vesuvius"; at 8.40am to fleet numeral 1 answer 5; at 9.45am to fleet, U.S.S. "Yorktown" excused, tactical 247; at 8.47am to fleet 100; at 8.47am to fleet numeral 45.

After anchoring flagship to fleet general signal 2121.

Made following signals to flagship, namely: at 9.00am numeral 2; at 10.00am numeral 1; at noon numeral 236.

J.T. Ashton, Water Tender, reported expiration of term of enlistment.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breezes from North by East, first part hauling to SSE.

At 12.45pm Senate Naval Committee returned from visit to Naval Station.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light airs from SSE.

Barometer steady.

Ship riding across flood tide.


6pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Airs from SE by South.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, with bright moonlight before 11.00pm, when moon set.

Light airs from SE by South.


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14 August 1891

At anchor New London, Connecticut, and Newport, Rhode Island

Lat 41.487, Long -71.334


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and bright starlight.

Light airs and breezes from between ESE and South by East.

Barometer steady.

Swinging to the ebb at end of watch.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes South by East.

At 5.10am called all hands up anchor, and at 5.20am got under way in obedience to signal and stood out Thames River.

In column at half distance, following motions of flagship.

Flagship made signals as follows: at 5.45am general 256; at 6.05am general 2983; at 7.00am general 3357, 3955, 6375.

Draught ship forward 13 feet 4 inches, aft 16 feet 4 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm.

Light breezes from SE and SSE.

Barometer steady.

At about 8.40am U.S.S. "Concord" drew out of line and signaled the flagship that her starboard engine was disabled.

At 8.45am flagship made general signal 306 to U.S.S. "Concord", and at 9.00am general signal 306 and numeral 28, answered.

At 9.25am flagship made general signal preparatory 235, followed by 259, 105 numeral 1 answer 5, and at 9.53am general signal 217 and numeral 36, answered.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

W. Cuff, Landsman, and J. Smith, Coal Heaver, absent without leave.

Exercised 1st and 3rd Divisions at setting up drill, 2nd Division instruction, Powder [Division] and Marines at small arms.

H. Tuirks, Chief Quartermaster, reported the expiration of his term of enlistment.

By order of Commanding Officer the following changes in ratings were made: to date from August 4th, W.C. Carson, D. Eldridge, M.J. Lynch and J. Turner, Quarter Gunners to Gunner's Mates; Frank Moens, Seaman to Ship's Cook, July 21st; Edward Brennan, First-class Fireman to Boiler Maker, August 11th; J.T. Ashton, First-class Fireman to Water Tender, August 14th.

Standing along the coast following the flagship.

At about 10.30am passed Point Judith and stood into Newport harbor.

At 11.15am came to in 10½ fathoms water with starboard anchor, muddy bottom, and veered to 45 fathoms chain on controller.

Ship's draught forward 13 feet 2 inches, aft 16 feet 3 inches.

Lime Rock lighthouse bore SE by S (magnetic) and Goat Island lighthouse NE by E¾E (magnetic).

Found U.S.S. "Richmond" and U.S.S. "Constellation" at anchor.

At 11.30am flagship made general signal 3340, followed by 3957, 6377, 6379 and 6379, and at 11.50am general signal 2121, answered and banked fires.

At 9.00am, 10.00am and noon made routine signals to flagship.

John Thomas Ashton was this day enlisted as a First-class Fireman for three years' general service on board this vessel.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light wind from SSE and South by East.

Henry Tuirks, Chief Quartermaster, was discharged from this vessel and the Naval Service, his term of enlistment having expired.

Engaged cleaning and painting.

The Commanding Officer of the Torpedo Station paid an official visit on board.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with light SW by South and SSW breezes.

Following signals from flagship: at 4.33pm general 2984 (piped down scrubbed clothes); at 5.00pm uniform signals 3955 and 6375; at 5.10pm preparatory 5040.

Made preparations for scrubbing hammocks.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Light breezes from SSW.

Moon set about 11.55pm.


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15 August 1891

At anchor off Newport, Rhode Island

Lat 41.487, Long -71.334


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SSW.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp.

Wind light from SSW to SSE.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 92½ pounds fresh beef; 92½ pounds fresh vegetables; and 74 pounds fresh bread.

Flagship made following signals: at 4.50am 5040; and at 7.00am 3357, 3955, 6375.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and rainy with gentle SSE breeze.

By order of Commander confined for 5 days on bread and water M. Flynn, Coal Heaver, for disrespect to Master-at-Arms, awarded minor punishments as follows: A. Mosh, Ordinary Seaman, Hannis, Ordinary Seaman, T. Clinch, Ordinary Seaman, and F. Johnson, Ordinary Seaman, bright work not clean, 4 hours' extra duty each; J.E. Golden, Coal Heaver, A.J. Quigley, Coal Heaver, J.H. Brink, Ordinary Seaman, and S. Simmons, Ordinary Seaman, mess gear not clean, 4 hours' extra duty each.

Made routine signals at 9.00am, 10.00am and noon.

Following flagship, reefed hammocks.

Absent without leave: W. Cuff, Landsman, and J. Smith, Coal Heaver.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, raining hard first hour, clearing slightly, but unsettled weather remainder of watch.

Light to gentle breezes from between SE and SSE, occasionally veering to the South by West first part, but backing again.

Barometer falling slowly.

Shook reefs out of hammock.

In answer to orders from the flagship made the following signals, namely: at 3.30pm numeral 115; at 3.40pm numeral 112; at 3.45pm numeral 0; at 3.46pm numeral 1.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SE and SSE.

At 4.40pm U.S.S. "Constellation" got under way and stood across to Jamestown and anchored.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, moonlight.

Light airs from South by East by Eastward to NNW.


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16 August 1891

At anchor off Newport, Rhode Island

Lat 41.487, Long -71.334


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, last two hours squally.

Gentle to fresh breeze from North by East, latter half in moderate gusts.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, threatening weather.

Gentle breezes from between North by East and NNE.

Barometer rising.

Engaged in cleaning ship.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 92½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 74 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool.

Light breeze from North by East.

At 9.30am inspected divisions at quarters, and at 9.35am Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.

At 9.00am made [signal] numeral 1, at 10.00am numeral 2, at 12.00pm numeral 314.

At 9.18am flagship made [signal] 3837.

At 10.30am U.S.S. "Atlanta" was sighted standing in the harbor, at 10.35am she made cornet 10 to flagship and interrogatory 1211.

At 10.45am flagship made 231 to U.S.S. "Atlanta" designating U.S.S. "Boston" 105, numeral 3, 5573 designating flag U.S.S. "Boston" 105.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from East to NNW.

Barometer steady.

U.S.S. "Atlanta" anchored between this vessel and U.S.S. "Newark" and moored.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light wind from East by South to South by East.


8pm to midnight:

Fair to cloudy, with bright moonlight most of time.

Light breezes to light airs from South by West to SW.

W. Cuff, Landsman, returned on board 159 hours over time.


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17 August 1891

At anchor off Newport, Rhode Island, [and at sea off Brenton Reef]

Lat 41.43, Long -71.39 [Approximate position]


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light airs and breezes from SW and West by South.


4am to 8am:

First part cloudy, afterwards clear and pleasant.

Light airs from West by South to North by East.

Barometer rising.

U.S.S. "Constellation" went to sea.

At 7.00am flagship made time and uniform signals, and at 7.30am general signal 5455, answered and loosed sail.

At 8.00am spread fires in three boilers.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light winds from North by East, shifting to SW.

The following persons, with a small party of ladies and gentlemen, came on board: Senators Cameron, Butler and McPherson [MacPherson in log-book] and ex Secretary of the Navy Whitney.

The Commander-in-Chief Rear Admiral J.G. Walker came on board at 10.40am, and at 10.45am called all hands up anchor.

Hove up starboard anchor and stood out of bay, stopping at Brenton Reef lightship.

Hoisted the Admiral's flag at 10.40am and fired a salute of 13 guns.

Ship's draft 13 feet 1 inch forward, 16 feet 3 inches aft.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 74 pounds fresh bread.

At noon the ship stopped close aboard of Brenton Reef lightship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with light SW breeze.

On various headings, conned by Commander, and following yachts over triangular course of race of Corinthian Yacht Club.

At end of watch standing for Brenton Reef Light, distant about 6 miles.


4pm to 8pm:

At beginning of watch standing in toward lightship.

Came to at 4.55pm in 11 fathoms water, soft bottom, and secured at 45 fathoms starboard chain.

Bearings at anchorage: Lime Rock light SE¾E, Goat Island light NE by East.

At about 4.58pm the Admiral left the ship.

Hauled down the Admiral's flag.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine, bright moonlight.

Light breeze from SW.

Barometer steady.


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18 August 1891

At anchor Newport, Rhode Island, and making passage to Boston, Massachusetts

Lat 41.03, Long -70.34


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather.

SW airs.

Moon set at 2.50am.


4am to 8am:

Fair, with light SSW breeze.

At 5.00am got under way, with squadron in column at distance, flagship leading, stood out of Newport harbor, steam from 3 boilers.

At 5.55am passed Brenton Reef lightship, put over patent log reading 57.4.

U.S.S. "Concord"parted company.

Rest of watch following motions of flagship.

Draft forward 13 feet 1 inch, aft 16 feet 2 inch.

Average pressure 120, average revolutions 78.

At 5.00am flagship made [signal] tactical 240, at 5.15am 87, at 7.00am time and uniform signals.


8am to meridian:

Fair.

Light breezes from SSW to South by West.

Barometer unsteady.

Squadron in column at half distance, making course SE½E, following motions of the flagship.

Ship in position approximately at end of watch.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Exercised divisions as follows, namely: 1st Division infantry; 2nd Division great guns; 3rd Division great guns; Powder Division and Marine Guard setting up exercise.

Engaged in cleaning bilges.

Made routine signals: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 0; at noon numeral 299.

At noon made latitude signal 41°02' N, longitude signal 70°19' W.

Flagship made latitude 41°01' N, longitude 70°20' W.

Using steam from three boilers.

Average number of turns 85, steam 120 [pounds], vacuum 26 inches.

At 8.45am passed Gay Head light abeam.

At noon set clock ahead about 10 minutes.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and damp.

Light breezes from South and SE by East.

In column at half distance on flagship, making good course till 2.20pm, when changed to SE¾S till 2.40pm, when course was changed to E⅝N, which course made good till end of watch.

Under steam in three boilers, average revolutions 84.4, vacuum 26 inches, steam 120 pounds.

At 1.50pm sighted New South Shoal lightship bearing East (per compass), distant about 8 miles.

Also sighted a black buoy with cage bearing about WNW from lightship and distant about five miles.

At 3.40pm New South Shoal lightship bore abeam.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from South to SE by South.

Cool.

Running through light low lying patches of fog.

Sighted several sails standing to the Westward.

At 6.00pm changed course to NNW¼E.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 85.2, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, dense fog first hour.

Light variable breeze.

Following motions of flagship.

At 7.00pm took sounding in 30 fathoms, bottom gray sand and black specks.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 85.6.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, moon occasionally visible.

Light breezes from NW by West to West by North.

Barometer steady.

In column at half distance, steering course North by W⅝W until 10.50pm, when changed course to NNW½W, patent log 18.0.

At about 11.05pm sighted the Nauset light about 2 points on port bow.

At 11.34pm sighted Highland light NW by West (per compass), ship's head NNW½W.

Ships approximately in position at end of watch.

Average steam 118 pounds, turns 85.6, vacuum 27 inches.


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19 August 1891

Making passage to, and at Boston, Massachusetts

Lat 42.366, Long -71.042


Midnight to 4am:

Partially clear, obscured moonlight, occasional fog bank.

Light airs from West by North and SW.

At 2.00am Highland light bore abeam.

In column at half distance of flagship, making good NNW½W till 2.45am, when changed course to NW⅞W.

At 3.00am flagship made [signal] tactical 290 and then signaled speed six knots, and slowed in obedience to signal.

Steam in three boilers, revolutions [left blank], vacuum 26 inches, steam 120 [pounds].


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather, light fog until daylight when it set back.

Wind from NE moderate, but increasing in force.

At 7.30am U.S.S. "Newark" hauled out of line.

The squadron stopped and U.S.S. "Newark" resumed position in line and squadron went ahead.

At 7.40am changed course to NW by W⅞W, following motions of flagship, and heading for Boston lighthouse.

At 7.55am the squadron stopped.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 53, vacuum 26.

Flagship made the following signals: at 7.00am 3357, 3955; at 7.10am 297; and at 7.55am 297.


8am to meridian:

Fair, with gentle to light ENE breeze.

Rising barometer, 29.96 to 30.06.

At 8.30am, in obedience to signal, reformed column and following flagship headed for entrance of Boston harbor, in column at half distance until 9.10am, then at distance.

Came to at 10.12am in 6 fathoms, muddy bottom, veered to 16 fathoms starboard chain.

Magnetic bearings: Bunker Hill Monument NW¾W, State House Dome SW by West.

Draft of ship forward 12 feet 8 inches, aft 16 feet 1 inch.

At 8.35am flagship made [signal] tactical 280, at 8.40am telegraphic 4523, 496, 860, 6954, at 8.53am telegraphic 9142, 1408, 4800, 5831, at 9.10am tactical 255, at 9.12am 5373, U.S.S. "Yorktown" excused, at 9.16am 2984, at 10.30am general 2121.

Made routine signals at 10.00am and noon.

Banked fires.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light breezes from East by South to SE.

Barometer rising.

Received on board the anchor and 15 fathoms chain previously lost by this ship in this port, the same having been recovered by the Navy Yard force.

U.S.S. "Boston" moored ship astern of U.S.S. "Yorktown".

The Commander-in-Chief paid an official visit to the Navy Yard, paraded guard and gave two flourishes.

Lieutenant H.G.O. Colby, U.S. Navy, was this day detached from U.S.S. "Yorktown".

Lieutenant Duncan Kennedy reported on board for duty as Executive Officer.

Water [boat] came alongside.

At 2.22pm a salute of 17 guns was fired from the Navy Yard.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SE by South.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Airs from SE by South.

Barometer steady.

Receiving water from water boat for steaming.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, with bright moonlight.

Light airs from South by East and SW by South.

Received in all 8950 gallons fresh water for steaming purposes.

From 9.00pm to 9.20pm exercised search lights in obedience to signal from flagship, and in accordance with order dated July 22nd last.

During last hour swung to ebb.


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20 August 1891

At anchor Boston, Massachusetts, and making passage to Bar Harbor, Maine

Lat 42.35, Long -70.82


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and bright moonlight.

Light breezes to light airs from West to SSW.

Barometer steady.

Ebb tide.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SSW and SW.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signals.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light SW wind.

Made preparations for sea.

At 9.30am inspected at quarter.

At 9.43am called all hands up anchor, hove up, and at 10.00am the squadron stood out, taking position in column as ordered.

At 11.20am, when standing out between Boston lighthouse and Minots Ledge lighthouse, the squadron stopped by signal from flagship, which communicated by boat with U.S.S. "Cushing".

At 11.50am went ahead on a course NE by East.

Ship's draft forward 12 feet 9 inches, aft 16 feet 1 inch.

Steam 114 [pounds], revolutions 83.7, vacuum 26.

James Rogers, Landsman, was discharged from the service and put on shore, his term of enlistment having expired.

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 1; and at 12.00pm numeral 227.

Flagship made the following signals to squadron: at 9.45am 240; at 10.02am 255; at 11.20am 299; and at 11.50am 280.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, with light to moderate SW breeze.

In column at half distance, following motions of flagship, making good a course of NE by East (magnetic).

At 1.45pm took bearings as follows: Thatcher Island light North by West, Eastern Rocks light NW by W½W (both magnetic), patent log reading 11.5.

At 12.10pm flagship made [signal] 256, at 1.10pm 5455, at 2.05pm 251, at 3.25pm 301, at 3.35pm 5520.

Loosed sail at 1.10pm, and made sail at 3.35pm, except topsails and jib.

From 2.15pm to 3.30pm had sub-caliber practice at floating targets, about 200 yards distant, speed of ship 9 knots, with main and secondary batteries.

Expended in Ordnance [Department]: 1970 .45 caliber ball cartridges.

Average pressure 120, revolutions 89.2.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and cool.

Gentle to moderate breezes from the SSW.

Increasing moderate sea from the SSW.

Barometer falling.

Squadron in column at half distance, under steam and sail, making course NE by East.

Under all fore and aft sail, except jib and topsails.

Vessels approximately in position at end of watch.

Average steam pressure 120 [pounds], vacuum 27, turns 90.1.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breezes from SSW.

In column at half distance on flagship, making good NE by East, under steam in three boilers, fore and main trysail and staysail.

Steam pressure 120 [pounds], vacuum 27, revolutions 91.

Vessel rolling easily, greatest leeward roll recorded 22°.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breezes from South.

Barometer falling.

Steaming in column ahead.

At 9.15pm sighted Monhegan light on port bow, it bore on port beam about 10.20pm, patent log 101.3.

At 10.40pm sighted Matinicus Rock light about ½ point on port bow, it bore on beam at about 10.55pm.

At 10.00pm flagship made general signals 295 and 6105, answered and took distance.

Passed several sail during watch.

At end of watch a schooner in sight on starboard bow.

Number of revolutions 87, steam 120 pounds, vacuum 27 inches.


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21 August 1891

Making passage to, and at Bar Harbor, Maine

Lat 44.39, Long -68.19


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather, clouding over latter part, moonlight.

Fresh breeze from SSW.

Passed several sails.

At 3.10am changed course to NE by East following motions of flagship.

At 3.23am made Great Duck Island light bearing about North.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 83.8, vacuum 26 inches.

At 3.55am started to change course to the Northward, but was unable to get into position as U.S.S. "Atlanta" occupied it.

At 3.20am Mount Desert light bore abeam.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, last hour overcast.

Moderate SSW breeze, last three hours in moderate squalls.

In column at distance, following motions of flagship, heading for Bar Harbor, steering North by E¾E per standard [compass] first hour and various courses second hour.

At 5.55am came to in 12 fathoms, stiff mud bottom, veered to 60 fathoms port chain, bearings (magnetic) North end of Round Porcupine Island SE by E½E, East end of Sheep Porcupine Island North by E½E.

Draft forward 12 feet 7 inches, aft 16 feet 0 inches.

Banked fires.

At 5.20am flagship exchanged numbers with U.S.S. "Philadelphia", at anchor in harbor, flying flag of Rear Admiral Gherardi and hoisted red Rear Admiral's flag.

Found also U.S.S. "Despatch", flying flag of Secretary of the Navy, U.S.S. "Petrel" and U.S.S. "Enterprise" at anchor in harbor.

Flagship made following signals during watch: at 5.35am 230; at 6.05am 2121; at 7.00am time and uniform signals.

At 8.00am this ship hoisted guard flag, and flagship fired a salute in honor of the Secretary.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy to overcast.

Moderate to stiff breezes in squalls from SW by South.

Barometer falling.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, after which exercised divisions as follows, namely: 1st Division great guns; 2nd Division infantry; 3rd Division care of battery; Powder Division setting up.

Engaged in cleaning ship.

The Commanding Officer paid an official call upon the Honorable Secretary of the Navy.

Made routine signals as follows, namely: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 1; at noon numeral 261.

Hauled fires under boiler A.

Under banked fires under boilers C and D.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and damp.

Fresh to very fresh breezes from SW and SW by South.

At 1.30pm let go starboard anchor under foot, veering to 25 fathoms on starboard chain.

U.S.S. "Atlanta" shifted her berth further to Southward and Westward.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, clearing last half hour of watch.

Stiff to fresh breezes from SW by South and SW.

Barometer steady at 29.79 until last hour, when commenced to rise.

At 6.15pm the Plant steamer "Olivette" left the wharf and stood out.

At 6.45pm flag made [signal] preparatory 2983, and at 6.50pm 6140.


8pm to midnight:

Partially clear.

Fresh to very fresh breezes in squalls from SW.

Heavy banked fires in three boilers.


Round Porcupine Island is also known as Bald Porcupine Island.


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22 August 1891

At anchor Bar Harbor, Maine

Lat 44.39, Long -68.19


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool.

Fresh breeze in squalls from SW by South.

Barometer about steady.


4am to 8am:

Generally overcast.

Stiff to fresh breezes in squalls from the SW by South and SSW, frequently accompanied by heavy rain.

Barometer rising very slowly.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3351, followed by dress signals 3955, 6375.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with heavy rain squalls first three hours.

Moderate to very fresh breezes from SSW coming in squalls.

Barometer rising very slowly.

Thomas J. Brennan, Machinist, reported expiration of his term of enlistment.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Moderate to stiff breeze in squalls from SSW.

Barometer rising.


4pm to 8pm:

Partially clear latter part.

Gentle breeze from SSW, moderating to light airs and backing to East, backing to light fog.

Barometer rising.

Got starboard anchor on bow at 6.30pm.


8pm to midnight:

Damp and foggy, dense fog last half hour.

Lights airs from ESE and SE.

Barometer falling.


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23 August 1891

At anchor Bar Harbor, Maine

Lat 44.39, Long -68.19


Midnight to 4am:

Heavy fog.

Airs from SE.


4am to 8am:

Foggy.

Calm first part, light airs from SSW and SSE latter part.

Flagship made uniform and time signal at 7.00am.

Swung to flood tide at 4.30am.


8am to meridian:

First and last parts foggy weather.

Light airs from SSW and SSE.

Barometer about steady.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

The Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew.

The Secretary of the Navy called on board U.S.S. "Chicago", and Rear Admiral Walker, U.S. Navy, called on board U.S.S. "Philadelphia".

At 9.00am, 10.00am and noon made routine signals to flagship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Foggy.

Airs from SSE.


4pm to 8pm:

Foggy weather.

Light airs from SSE.

Barometer steady.


8pm to midnight:

Foggy.

Airs from SSE and NW by West.


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24 August 1891

At anchor Bar Harbor, Maine

Lat 44.39, Long -68.19


Midnight to 4am:

Dense fog.

Light SE airs.

Moon rarely visible.


4am to 8am:

Foggy.

Light airs from SSE.

Barometer rising.


8am to meridian:

Heavy fog.

Airs from SE by South.

The steamer "Winthrop" went out, and the "City of Richmond" came in.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions: 1st and 2nd Divisions small arms; 3rd Division setting up drill; Powder Division at stations; and Marine Guard aiming and pointing.

Rear Admiral Gherardi paid official visits to U.S.S. "Chicago", U.S.S. "Newark", U.S.S. "Atlanta", U.S.S. "Vesuvius" and this ship.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: three thousand dollars in money.

The Captain assigned the following punishments: John Murphy, First-class Fireman, money stopped for one month, for disregard of orders of Engineer of Watch when told to break out stow hole, and prepare his station for cleaning; J. Noonan, First-class Fireman, T. Eddy, Coal Heaver, M. Flaherty, Coal Heaver, and P. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, two hours' extra duty each, for not answering muster at turn to in morning watch.

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.30am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 1; and at noon numeral 232.


Meridian to 4pm:

Foggy, first two hours light drizzle.

Light SE and SSE breezes.

At 1.30pm sent detachment of Marines, seaman infantry and artillery to join squadron brigade on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Foggy.

Light SE airs.

Steamer "Olivette" put to sea.

Landing party returned on board at 5.20pm.

Received on board 1000 gallons water from water boat for steaming purposes.


8pm to midnight:

Dense fog three hours, partially clearing last hour.

Light SSE breeze.

Steam cutter carried away steam whistle pipe and loosened smokestack by running foul of bull rope.


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25 August 1891

At anchor Bar Harbor, Maine

Lat 44.39, Long -68.19


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy, partially clear overhead, fog occasionally lifting, then closing in again.

Light to gentle breezes from between SE by East and South, occasionally veering to the Westward of South last hour.

Barometer falls slightly for the watch.


4am to 8am:

Clearing weather.

Light airs lower current, upper current fresh breeze from SW by W carrying the fog before it.

Received on board for steaming purposes 1000 gallons fresh water from water boat.

Flagship U.S.S. "Chicago" made the following signals: at 7.00am 3351, 3955 and 6375; and at 7.30am 6144.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 93½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 74 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, fog first two hours.

Light SW breeze.

Made preparations for sea, but at 9.30am the orders for proposed tactical maneuvers were countermanded.

At 9.00am made numeral 0, at 10.00am numeral 1, at noon numeral 247.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, fog bank in sight to the Eastward.

Light to gentle breezes, in occasional squalls latter part, from SW by West and WSW.

Engaged in cleaning ship.

At 4.00pm flagship made general signal 2984.

The Torpedo Boat U.S.S. "Cushing" got under way and stood out at about 3.00pm, returning at about 4.00pm.

Taking in fresh water.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair and pleasant, with gentle West by South and WSW breezes, occasionally in light gusts.

Commander of U.S.S. "Enterprise" paid an official visit to this ship.

Received from water boat 1000 gallons fresh water for steaming purposes.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from WSW to WNW.

Moon rose at 9.40pm.


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26 August 1891

At anchor Bar Harbor, Maine, [and at sea for fleet tactics]

Lat 44.30, Long -68.05 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool, bright moonlight.

Light breezes from NW.


4am to 8am:

Fair, with light NW by North and NNW breezes.

Barometer from 30.26 to 30.32 inches.

U.S.S. "Cushing" left harbor to Southward about 7.00am.

Flagship made uniform and time signals as usual.

At 8.00am hauled down guard flag.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy.

Light airs to light breezes from NNW to SSW.

Barometer steady 30.33.

Making preparations for getting under way.

At 9.37am went to quarters for inspection.

Hove in to short stay and all preparations made for getting under way at 10.00am and broke position pennant.

Anchor away at 10.35am and started ahead at 10.40am, following motions of flagship U.S.S. "Chicago".

Draught of ship forward 12 feet 6 inches, aft 16 feet 10 inches.

Both divisions passed in review before the Honorable Secretary of the Navy, flying his flag from the main truck of U.S.S. "Despatch", paraded Guard and gave four ruffles.

At U.S.S. "Philadelphia" passed U.S.S. "Despatch" they fired the customary salute of 19 guns.

After passing in review both divisions were exercised together at fleet tactics.

Signals being made from U.S.S. "Philadelphia" and repeated by U.S.S. "Chicago".

Made the usual routine signals as follows, namely: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 2; at noon numeral 242.

The following signals were made by the flagship, namely: at 10.00am to 2nd Division U.S.S. "Chicago" distinguishing pennant 240; at 10.40am 256; at 10.42am to U.S.S. "Yorktown" 262; at 10.51am 251; at 11.08am [10.08am in log-book] 95; at 11.20am 491; at 11.25am 493; at 11.34am 422; at 11.40am 417; at 11.45am 267; at 12.00pm to U.S.S. "Yorktown" 165.

Using steam from boilers A, C and D.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, vacuum 27 inches, turns 65.4.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially cloudy and warm.

Light airs and breezes from ESE to SW.

Exercised at fleet tactics till 1.00pm when U.S.S. "Philadelphia" made general signal to return to anchorage.

The 2nd Division, in obedience to signal from U.S.S. "Chicago", formed column at half distance and steaming in took berths previously occupied.

Signals used in exercise as follows: 443, 362, 267, 361, 362, 267, 381; to U.S.S. "Yorktown" 290, 1125 and 256.

At 1.55pm came to anchor in 12½ fathoms, muddy bottom, and veered to 45 fathoms on port chain.

At 2.40pm flagship made 2121 and vessel banked fires.

Bearings at anchorage: East end of Sheep Porcupine Island NE½N, North end Round Porcupine Island SE by East (magnetic).

Received in Equipment Department (exempted classes): one field coil from Edison Electric Company.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy.

Light airs variable in direction.

At about 5.00pm U.S.S. "Vesuvius" made [signal] interrogatory 4890, answered in affirmation by flagship, and at 5.06pm got under way and stood out, returning to anchorage at about 7.00pm.

At 5.30pm flagship made [signal] preparatory 2983.

At about 5.45pm the North Atlantic Squadron, consisting of U.S.S. "Philadelphia", U.S.S. "Petrel" and U.S.S. "Enterprise", got under way and stood out.

The Plant steamer "Olivette" left the dock at about 6.00pm and stood out.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy and damp.

Light airs from SSW.

At 8.20pm flagship made general signal to exercise with search lights, and from 8.30pm to 9.00pm squadron exercised lights in obedience to signal.


Round Porcupine Island is also known as Bald Porcupine Island.


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27 August 1891

At anchor Bar Harbor, Maine

Lat 44.39, Long -68.20


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breeze from NNE.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.

Barometer steady.

At 5.05am flagship made general signal 2983.

At about 4.30am U.S.S. "Despatch", flying the flag of the Honorable Secretary of the Navy, stood out.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3351, and the following dress signals, namely: 3955 and 6375.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 92½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 74 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Rainy weather.

Light airs from SSE and SE by South.

At 9.30am went to quarters and inspected divisions, all present.

At 11.50am the Revenue marine cutter U.S.R.C. "Dexter" came in and anchored.

Made routine signals at 9.00am, 10.00am and 12.00pm.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and rainy.

Light airs from South by East and calms.

Barometer falling.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy first part, settling to thick fog.

Light airs from South by West and calms.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp, alternate drizzling rain and fog.

Light airs from SE.

Barometer falling.


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28 August 1891

At anchor Bar Harbor, Maine

Lat 44.39, Long -68.20


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with drizzling rain during first hour.

Wind shifted to SSW second hour, when it ceased raining and commenced to clear.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp, drizzling rain first part, then cloudy.

Light breezes from SSW to South by West coming in squalls.

At 7.00am flagship ship made uniform and time signals.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy weather, clearing latter part of watch.

Gentle breeze from South by West to SW.

Barometer rising.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

Exercised 1st and 3rd Divisions at great guns, 2nd [Division], Powder [Division] and Marines at small arms.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded, namely: G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, improper conduct, 2 hours' extra duty; J.E. Frates, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, leaving bridge while on watch, money stopped one month; A. Nickerson, Captain of Tops, entering wardroom mess room and striking wardroom boy, money stopped for one month; H.S. McEvoy, Landsman, appropriating swab not belonging to him, 10 days' extra duty; E. Moore, Landsman, drawing razor on another wardroom boy, money stopped 3 months; E. Creigher, Landsman, striking Captain of Afterguard, 5 days' extra duty.

The Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Dexter" left the harbor.

At 11.15am flagship made general signal 5455, answered and loosed sail.

At 9.00am, 10.00am and noon made routine signals to flagship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, fog hanging over the land and occasionally passing over the harbor.

Light South wind.

At 2.45pm flagship made signal 4826.

Furled the sails.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle breeze from South and South by West.

Barometer falling.

At 4.24pm exercised the fire quarters, ready: 1st Division 1 minute 25 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 5 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 0 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 15 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 10 seconds; Marines 1 minute 10 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 0 seconds.

Secure at 4.37pm, time of exercise: 16 minutes 30 seconds.

At 5.00pm sighted U.S.S. "Concord" standing into the harbor from the Southward, and at about 5.20pm, in obedience to signal from the flagship, she anchored NW½W, distant 2 cables, from that vessel.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with light passing showers first half, afterwards clearing.

Light wind from SSW and SW by South.


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29 August 1891

At anchor Bar Harbor, Maine

Lat 44.39, Long -68.20


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with light rain first half.

Calms, light airs from West by South to light breezes from NW by North.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from NW by North.

Barometer rising.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signals.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 92½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 74 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light wind from NW by North.

A board held survey on the awnings.

Flagship made the following signals: at 10.15am telegraphic 4904, 496, 1467, 7007, 2012, 9319, 3821.

Made following signals to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 2; and at noon numeral 231.

Sent to U.S.S. "Concord" Engineer's Department: one rod Tobin bronze, for use in repairing pump.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with gentle NW by North breeze.

At 1.45pm flagship made uniform signal 3350.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light wind from NW by North.

Received on board for steaming purposes 1000 gallons fresh water from water boat.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with light NW by West to North by West breezes.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 92½ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 74 pounds of bread.

Returned from U.S.S. "Concord": rod of Tobin bronze less 40 pounds, for use in repairing pump and sent in forenoon watch.


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30 August 1891

At anchor Bar Harbor, Maine, and at Belfast, Maine

Lat 44.20, Long -68.42


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with light airs to light breezes from NNW to WSW.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light wind from NW to WNW.

Steamer "Olivette" came in at 7.30am.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs to light breeze from NW, NE and East.

At 9.55am got under way and started out of harbor, following flagship in column at half distance.

Draft forward 12 feet 5 inches, aft 15 feet 11 inches.

At 11.10am passed whistling buoy off Baker Island and put over patent log reading 77.5, changed course to SW¾W, and at noon to West by South (per standard [compass]).

Average steam pressure 120 [pounds], average revolutions 81.2.

Flagship made following signals: at 9.53am tactical 240; at 10.05am tactical 256; at 10.20am tactical 256; at 12.00pm general 3035.

Made following signals to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 3; at noon numeral 224.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, with light airs and breezes from between East and NNE.

Barometer about steady.

Squadron in column at half distance, following motions of flagship.

Steering course West by South until 1.14pm, when changed to W½N, patent log 97.

At 1.30pm changed course to NW by W½W, patent log 99.7, at 1.45pm changed to NW¼W, patent log 2.5, at 2.00pm changed to North, patent log 4.5.

During remainder of watch steering various courses, steering up East Penobscot Bay, following lead of the flagship.

At 3.23pm passed Eagle Island light abeam, and at 3.54pm off Western Island.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, vacuum 27 inches, average number of turns 95.3.


4pm to 6pm:

Partially cloudy.

Light breeze from NNE, hauling to SSW second hour.

In column at half distance on flagship, standing up East Penobscot Bay till 5.00pm, when stood into anchorage off Belfast, Maine.

Anchored in double column at distance, this vessel in 5¼ fathoms water, soft muddy bottom, and veered to 15 fathoms on port chain.

Flagship made following signals, distinguishing berths of squadron, namely: U.S.S. "Newark" 231, 124 numeral 2, distinguishing U.S.S. "Newark", U.S.S. "Atlanta", U.S.S. "Yorktown" preparatory 246, 156 numeral 2; distinguishing F.B.C.V. 246, 156 numeral 2.

At 5.35pm flagship to squadron [signal] 2121.

Draught of ship forward 12 feet 5 inches, aft 15 feet 10 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs from SW.

Barometer rising.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from WNW.


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31 August 1891

At anchor Belfast, Maine

Lat 44.42, Long -68.98


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with light airs to light breeze from NE to NNE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy.

Light variable airs and breezes.

Barometer steady at 30.26.

Hoisted steam cutter out and cleaned ship.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light breezes from ENE.

At 9.30am inspected divisions at quarters, and exercised 1st and 3rd Divisions at bayonet drill and second [Division] at small arms, Powder Division at stations.

At 9.00am, 10.00am and 12.00pm made routine signals to flagship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light breeze from ENE.

Barometer falling.

Instructed class of apprentices and landsmen in seamanship.

At 3.30pm flagship made general signal 4826, answered and furled sail.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from East by North.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with light East by North and SE airs.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast.

Light airs from between SW and NW by West.

Barometer steady.



LOGS FOR SEPTEMBER 1891


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1 September 1891

At anchor Belfast, Maine

Lat 44.42, Long -68.98


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and cool.

Light breezes from ENE and NE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs from NE.

Barometer steady.

At 7.00am flagship made time and uniform signals.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy weather, threatening rain first part.

Wind from NW by North to North by West.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions: 1st Division small arms; 2nd single sticks; 3rd great guns; and Powder [Division] small arms.

By order of Commanding Officer placed C.J. Winestock, Seaman Apprentice First-class, under charge of sentry to await investigation of his case.

G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class, reported his term of enlistment as expired this day.

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 2; and at noon numeral 214.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cloudy, with light drizzling rain first two hours.

Light NNE and NE breezes.

Discharged from ship and service G. Haneke, Seaman Apprentice First-class.

At 1.00pm flagship made [signal] annulling 58.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Light NE breezes.

Barometer falling.

At about 5.18pm flagship made [signal] telegraphic 7747, 4804.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs from NE and NNE.

At 7.30pm exercised search lights in obedience to signals.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy weather.

Light airs from NE.

Barometer falling.


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2 September 1891

At anchor Belfast, Maine, and Bath, Maine

Lat 43.75, Long -69.50


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy weather.

Airs from NW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with light airs from NNW to light breeze from WNW.

At 5.05am flagship made general signal preparatory 4890, and at 5.20am general wigwag: "Have steam up as soon as possible".

At 6.35am flagship made general [signal] 240, got under way and stood out in column at half distance.

Draft forward 12 feet 4 inches, aft 15 feet 10 inches.

Put over patent log at 7.16am, reading 0.0.

Standing down Penobscot Bay, following motions of flagship.

Average pressure 120, revolutions 75.7.

At 5.40am flagship made [signal] tactical 256, and at 7.00am uniform ant time signals.


8am to meridian:

Fair, with light breezes from South by West to SW.

Steady barometer.

Squadron in column at half distance.

Under steam from boiler A, C and D, following lead of the flagship.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, after which exercised divisions as follows, namely: 1st, 2nd and 3rd [Divisions] cleaning battery; Powder Division setting up; Marine Guard manual of arms.

At beginning of watch course SSW, at 8.37am changed to South by W¼W, at 9.18am changed to SW by W¼W, at 9.42am changed to W¼S, at 10.00am changed to SW by W⅝W, patent log 27.

At 10.32am passed Roaring Bull buoy abeam to port.

At 11.00am, off Old Man Spindle [probably Old Man Ledge], changed course to WSW¾W, patent log 36.

At 11.09am passed Monhegan light abeam to port.

Made routine signals as follows, namely: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 2; at noon numeral 206.

At 10.46am flagship made general 3918.

Piped down hammocks, went to quarters and turned them in.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, vacuum 27 inches, average number of turns 94.3.

By order of Commanding Officer C.J. Winestock, Seaman Apprentice First-class, was placed in confinement on bread and water for three days, for being drunk on duty.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SW.

In column at half distance till 1.20pm, when opened to distance in obedience to signal.

Standing along coast till 12.30pm, when hauled in patent log, whistling buoy bearing on starboard beam, distant ¼ mile, then heading in for Kennebec River.

At 12.35pm squadron stopped in obedience to signal and pilots were taken on all vessels, except U.S.S. "Yorktown" and U.S.S. "Cushing".

At 1.20pm resumed speed and standing up river till 3.00pm, when vessels anchored, this vessel in 3¾ fathoms water, hard muddy bottom, veering to 30 fathoms on port chain.

Flagship made following signals: at 12.30pm 5219, 297; at 1.20pm 280; at 2.15pm preparatory 1211; at 2.40pm general 230; at 2.55pm 2121; at 3.10pm telegraphic 1207, 1672, 9409, 7950, 945, numeral 6, 9411, 8737, 4204, numeral 8, 11, 14, 15, 20, 19.

Under banked fires in 3 boilers at end of watch.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and cool.

Light breeze from WSW.

Barometer steady.

At 5.45pm flagship made general signal 241, answered and got under way.

At 5.55pm flagship made general signal 255, answered and stood up river in column at distance.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Airs from WSW.

Standing up the river under conn of Navigator.

At 7.40pm came to off the city of Bath in 6½ fathoms water, veering to 20 fathoms on starboard chain.

Ship's draft 12 feet 5 inches forward and 15 feet 10 inches aft.

Bearings at anchorage: abreast Bath Iron Works.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight.

Light airs to light breezes from SW by South.

At 8.00pm flagship made general [signal] 2121.

Banked fires.


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3 September 1891

At anchor Bath, Maine

Lat 43.91, Long -69.81


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Calm and light airs from SW, very light East airs last hour.

Barometer steady at 30.15.

Commenced swinging to ebb at 1.00am, finished at 1.45am.


4am to 8am:

Hazy and pleasant, foggy third hour.

Calms to light airs from East to NE.

At 8.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3351.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SSW.

Ship riding to flood all watch.

Barometer unsteady.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

Exercised gun divisions at great guns.

At 9.00am, 10.00am and noon made routine signals.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear first part, clouding latter part, warm.

Light breeze from South.

Barometer falling.

Slack high water at 1.35pm.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair, with light breeze from South.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from South.

Barometer steady.

Observed an aurora borealis from 7.00pm to 8.00pm.

Ship commenced swinging to the flood at about 6.30pm.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Light to gentle breezes from South, hauling to SW.

Strong flood tide running at end of watch, ship riding to flood.


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4 September 1891

At anchor Bath, Maine, and Portland, Maine

Lat 43.91, Long -69.81


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SW.

Barometer about steady.

Ship commenced swinging to the ebb at 1.45am, and finished at 2.30am.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light SW wind.

Ship riding to the ebb, slack water low at 7.45am.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy first, clearing later.

Moderate SW and SW by South breezes.

Making preparations for sea.

Commanding Officer awarded following punishment, to go into effect after arrival at next port: P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, failing to clean station when sent by machinist, 5 days' bread and water.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Following signals made during watch from flagship: at 9.30am telegraphic 4904, 8737, 629, 1267, 7672, 4204, 8218, 945, 1 numeral, 5825, 6839, numeral 11 answer 45.

To flagship: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 1; at noon numeral 97.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Gentle to moderate breezes from SW to SSW.

Moderate sea.

Barometer falling.

Making preparations for getting under way at beginning of watch.

At about 12.50pm hove short, and at 1.00pm broke position pennant.

At about 1.10pm U.S.S. "Chicago" started ahead, squadron standing down the Kennebec River, formation column at distance.

Anchor away about 1.28pm.

At about 2.35pm started to close in to half distance, in obedience to signal from flagship.

At about 2.47pm off bell buoy at mouth of river, took departure from this buoy, patent log 48.4, and set course SW by W¼W, following lead of the flagship.

At 3.17pm changed course to W⅛N, patent log 52.5.

Flagship made following signals, namely: at 12.57pm general signal 2984; at 1.00pm tactical 240; at 1.10pm tactical 255; at 2.20pm general 3698; at 2.35pm tactical 256.

Average steam pressure 120 [pounds], vacuum 26, average number of turns 90.

Draft of ship forward 12 feet 4 inches, aft 15 feet 10 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and cool.

Light breezes from SSW.

In column at half distance on flagship, standing in for Casco Bay.

At 5.10pm flagship made [signal] 90 and squadron anchored in obedience to signal, this vessel in 3¼ fathoms water, soft muddy bottom, and veered to 20 fathoms on port chain.

Draft forward 12 feet 5 inches, aft 15 feet 8 inches.

Bearings (per compass): breakwater light South by W¼W, North end Fort Gorges [Fort George in log-book] East by South.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Light breeze from SSW.

Barometer rising.

At 7.00pm made signal interrogatory 2121 to flagship.

At 7.10pm flagship made general signal 2121, answered and banked fires.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Airs from North.

Commander R.D. Evans left the ship on leave of absence, to appear as a witness before a civil court at Norfolk, Virginia.

General A.G. McCook, passenger, took final leave of the ship.


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5 September 1891

At anchor Portland, Maine

Lat 43.66, Long -70.22


Midnight to 4am:

First half fair, cloudy later.

Light North by East and NNE breeze.

Bright starlight.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breezes from NNE to NE by East.

Barometer rising.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3351, followed by the dress signals 3955 and 6375.

Broke guard flag at colors.


8am to meridian:

Partially cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breezes from NNE first part, hauling to SSE.

At 9.30am held bag inspection.

Made routine signals to flagship.

Closed watertight doors at 10.15am, starboard engine room 25 seconds, port engine room 30 seconds, berth deck 45 seconds.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy weather, drizzling rain last half.

Barometer falling.

Light breeze from SSE and SE.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy weather.

Light breeze from SE.

Barometer rising.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy, threatening.

Light SE airs.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, raining part of last hour.

Light to gentle breezes from the NE.

Barometer falling.


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6 September 1891

At anchor Portland, Maine

Lat 43.66, Long -70.22


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with drizzling rain at times.

Light breezes from NE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy weather.

Light breeze from NE.

Barometer falling.

At 7.00am flagship made time and uniform signals.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 91¼ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 73 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast by clouds, with light drizzling rain at intervals during last hour.

Airs from NE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

The Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew.

At 9.45am called all hands to muster and read the Articles for the Better Government of the Navy.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 3; and at noon numeral 187.

At 9.50am the flagship made general signal 3837, numeral 10.30.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with very fine falling mist.

Light breezes from NNE and NE to light airs from NE by North.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, cloudy and rainy.

Light to gentle breezes from NE by North, and NNW last hour.

Barometer steady.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with rain at times.

Light airs from NNW.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with occasional showers first half and drizzling rain at intervals last half.

Light airs from West.

Barometer about steady.


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7 September 1891

At anchor Portland, Maine, and making passage to Bridgeport, Connecticut

Lat 43.66, Long -70.22


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, light rain first half of watch.

Airs from SW.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy, raining latter part.

Very light airs, variable in direction.

Barometer falling.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3351, followed by general dress signals 3955 and 6375.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 91¼ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 73 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and rainy.

Light airs to light breezes, at end of watch from SSE backing to NE.

Barometer falling.

Received in Engineer's Department: two hundred and two (202) gallons lard oil.

Made routine signals as follows: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 3; at noon numeral 184.

At 11.40am flagship made to U.S.S. "Yorktown" general signal 8897, answered to flagship with general signal 1776.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and rainy all watch.

Light breezes from NNE to North.

Barometer falling.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Light to gentle breeze from North.

Barometer falling.


6pm to 8pm:

Partially clear.

Light breezes from North and NNW.

Moon set at 7.50pm.

Flagship made [signal] telegraphic 7044, 2585 at 6.10pm.


8pm to midnight:

Fair, with light NW breeze.

At 11.12pm flagship made tactical 240, got under way and stood out in column, flagship leading.

By order of Commanding Officer P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, was released from confinement at 8.00pm, to be reconfined upon arrival at next port to finish his punishment of 5 days' bread and water.


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8 September 1891

Making passage from Portland, Maine, to Bridgeport, Connecticut

Lat 41.87, Long -69.88


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and bright starlight.

Light to gentle breezes from WSW.

Barometer rising.

At beginning of watch hauling into position in column at distance, standing out of Portland harbor toward Halfway Rock light.

Following motions of flagship.

At about 1.00am took departure, Cape Elizabeth light bearing West by South, Halfway Rock light bearing NNW (both magnetic), patent log 68.3, and set course S½E.

At 1.20am changed course to South by W¼W, patent log 70.8.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, vacuum 27, average number of turns 87.4.

At 12.53am flagship made [signal] tactical 255.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cool.

Light breezes from West and West by South.

In column at distance on flagship, making course South by W¼W.

Steam in three boilers, average revolutions 88, pressure 120, vacuum 27.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light breeze from West by South to SW by West, shifting to to SE last hour.

A light fog bank on Eastern horizon all watch.

Barometer rising.

At 8.15am sighted Highland of Cape Cod on starboard bow.

At 9.30am went to general quarters for exercise without powder.

Cast loose and provide: 1st Division 2 minutes 5 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 24 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 15 seconds; Powder Division 4 minutes 24 seconds; Engineer's Division 3 minutes 28 seconds; Navigator's Division 55 seconds.

Retreat at 10.12am.

At 9.25am flagship made general signal 5520, answered and made sail.

At 10.00am changed course to South by W½W (per compass) and at 10.45am to South by E½E (per compass), Nauset [Nausett in log-book] light bore on starboard beam.

At 11.55am flagship made general signal 4876, answered and took in and furled sail.

A number of sail in sight during watch.

Steaming in column ahead at distance.

Number of revolutions 88.6, steam 120 pounds, vacuum 26 inches.

At 9.00am, 10.00am and at noon made routine signals.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Airs from SSE and South by West.

Sighted numerous sails.

At 3.15pm flagship made 2984.

At 3.20pm got a cast of lead in 20 fathoms, bottom sand and pebbles.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair, with light SW breeze.

Following flagship, making good until 5.15pm South by E¾E, then SSW½W.

Average pressure 120, revolutions 87.5.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy.

Light breezes from between SW and WNW.

Barometer rising.

Smooth sea.

Squadron in column at distance.

Changed course at 6.15pm to WSW⅞W.

At 6.55pm sighted Davis New South Shoal lightship bearing about NW½W (per compass), ship's head West by South.

At 7.25pm changed course to W½N, patent log 35.4, light ship bearing (per compass) about NNW⅝W.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, vacuum 27, average number of turns 88.8.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy and damp.

Gentle breezes from NW by North, hauling to NNE and increasing to fresh breezes.

In column at distance on flagship, making course W½N till 9.05pm, when changed to NW by W¼W.

Making good latter course till end of watch.

Steam pressure 120 pounds, revolutions 89, vacuum 27 inches.


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9 September 1891

Making passage from Portland, Maine, to, and at anchor off Bridgeport, Connecticut

Lat 41.12, Long -72.95


Midnight to 4am:

First hour cloudy, afterwards clear, with bright starlight.

Moderate breeze from NNE.

Barometer rising first half.

At 3.15am sighted Block Island light 2 points on starboard bow, and at 3.20am changed course to NW½N (per compass), patent log 5.

Steaming in column ahead.

Number of revolutions 87, steam 116 [pounds], vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind from North by East.

At 4.24am made Montauk light bearing about West.

At 5.00am changed course to WNW½W.

At 8.00am abreast and close aboard Little Gull Island lighthouse.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 89, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle NW breeze.

Standing down Long Island Sound, following lead of flagship, making good standard compass course as per column [not included, see first page link above].

At end of watch Stratford Shoal lighthouse on port bow, distant about 6 miles.

Flagship made following signals: at 8.20am general 758; at 9.27am general 758; at 10.05am tactical 256; at 10.10am telegraphic 9, 0692, 1008, 7007, 9409, 4097, 2676, 5716, 629, 4892, 3519, 7459, 0970, 5029.

Made following routine signals: at 10.00am numeral 4; at noon numeral 153.

U.S.S. "Concord" fell out of column and the vessels closed up to half distance at 10.10am.

At end of watch U.S.S. "Concord" about two miles astern and closing.

Pressure 120 pounds, revolutions 90.7.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Light breezes from between NNW and WNW.

Barometer steady.

At beginning of watch steering course W¾S.

Squadron in column at half distance, U.S.S. "Concord" some distance astern.

At 12.29pm, having Stratford Shoal lighthouse abeam to port, bearing (per compass) S¾E, ship's head W¾S, changed course to NW⅝W and took in patent log reading 87.9.

At 1.40pm came to with port anchor in 5 fathoms water, soft muddy bottom, 15 fathoms outside hawse pipe.

Draught of ship forward 12 feet 5 inches, aft 15 feet 6 inches.

Bearings at anchorage: Bridgeport lighthouse North by E½E, Black Rock lighthouse NW by W¼W (both magnetic).

Banked fires.

Hoisted out steam cutter.

Flagship made signals as follows, namely: at 12.00pm to U.S.S. "Newark" preparatory tactical 231, 132, numeral 2, to U.S.S. "Boston" preparatory tactical 231, numeral 2; at 12.05pm to U.S.S. "Concord" general signal 3184, to U.S.S. "Atlanta" preparatory 231, tactical 180, numeral 2; at 12.10pm to U.S.S. "Yorktown" preparatory 231, tactical 164, numeral 2; at 12.15pm to U.S.S. "Vesuvius" preparatory 231, tactical 172, numeral 3; at 12.40pm to U.S.S. "Concord" preparatory 231, tactical 148, numeral 2; at 12.55pm to fleet tactical 290; at 1.00pm tactical 297; at 1.05pm tactical 90; at 1.10pm tactical 297; at 1.25pm general 2934; at 1.50pm general 2121.

At about 3.15pm half masted colors and jack, following motion of flagship, and as U.S.S. "Chicago's" funeral party passed by uncovered about the deck.

Average steam 120 pounds, vacuum 27 inches, average number of turns 87.9 (12.00pm to 1.00pm).


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, with light NW and WNW breezes.

Bright aurora in northern heavens.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and bright starlight.

Light airs from NW to NNW.

Barometer steady.

Moon set at 9.20pm.


Bridgeport lighthouse is also known as Tongue Point lighthouse.

Black Rock lighthouse is also known as Fayerweather Island lighthouse.


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10 September 1891

At anchor off Bridgeport, Connecticut

Lat 41.13, Long -73.19


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool, bright starlight.

Aurora visible latter part of watch.

Light breezes from NNW.


4am to 8am:

Clear, with haze on horizon.

Light breeze to light airs from NNW to WNW.

Tarred down.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant with light haze.

Light Westerly airs.

Barometer high and rising.

At about 9.30am loosed sail and triced up awnings.

At about 9.40am mustered at quarters, after which exercised divisions as follows, namely: all gun divisions overhauling main battery; Powder Division stations; Marine Guard manual of arms and bayonet exercise.

By order of Commanding Officer reconfined P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman.

Made routine signals as follows, namely: at 9.00am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 4; at noon numeral 150.

Flagship made signals as follows: at 9.30am, to fleet, general signals 5454 and 2077.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light airs and breezes from WSW to South by West.

At 3.20pm flagship made 4826 and furled sail in obedience to signal.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Light SW airs.

High barometer.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight.

Light airs from SW.

Moon set at 9.55pm.

Exercised search lights in obedience to signal.


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11 September 1891

At anchor off Bridgeport, Connecticut, and North River, New York

Lat 40.90, Long -73.68


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from West to NW.

Barometer about steady.


4am to 8am:

Fair and hazy.

Light airs from NW to North by East.

Barometer rising slightly.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signal 3357, followed by dress signals 3955, 6375.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from North by East, hauling to SW latter part of watch.

At 9.00am flagship made [signal] 241, then 256 and squadron got under way in column at half distance on flagship, making good course WSW all watch.

Put over patent log at 9.25am reading 87.9.

At 11.50am flagship made [signal] 2984 and piped down scrubbed clothes.

At end of watch Execution Rock bearing WSW, distant about 4 miles.

Draft forward 12 feet 0 inches, aft 15 feet 6 inches.

Had fire quarters at 9.30am, ready: 1st Division 50 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 25 seconds; 3rd Division 30 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes 0 seconds; Navigator's Division 40 seconds; Engineer's Division 2 minutes 20 seconds.

Get up provisions 5 minutes 0 seconds.

Steam pressure 117 [pounds], vacuum 27, revolutions 84.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SSW.

Barometer falling.

At 12.26pm hauled in patent log reading 13.7 knots.

Standing through Long Island Sound, East and North Rivers.

At 2.10pm flagship made general signal 256, at 3.10pm general signal 443, and at 3.30pm general signal 90, answered and counter-marched, and stood down North River.

At 3.50pm let go port anchor in 6 fathoms water, hard bottom, and veered to 60 fathoms chain, let go starboard anchor and moored with 30 fathoms on each chain.

Ship's draft 11 feet 10 inches forward, 15 feet 5 inches aft.


4pm to 8pm:

Partially cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SSE and South by West.

Shifted moorings at 4.15pm in obedience to signal from flagship, secured at 30 fathoms on each chain, 6 fathoms water, soft muddy bottom.

By order of Commanding Officer placed P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, in solitary confinement on bread and water for remaining unexpired term.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW, shifting to West last hour.

Barometer steady.

Riding to the ebb all watch.


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12 September 1891

At anchor North River, New York

Lat 40.76, Long -74.01 [Approximate position]


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from West.

Slack water low at 1.30am, swung to flood at 3.00am.


4am to 8am:

Partially clear, hazy and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from West and NNW.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signals.

Riding to ebb tide.


4am to 8am:

Partially clear, hazy and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from West and NNW.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform and time signals.

Riding to ebb tide.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Light airs from NNW and SSE.

Barometer unsteady.

The following men were absent without leave, namely: J. Noonan, First-class Fireman, J. Mead, Coal Heaver, and J. Healy, Water Tender.

At 9.00am, 10.00am and noon made routine signals.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Light breeze from South by West.

Sent a liberty party on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Light breeze from South by West to South by East.

Barometer falling.

Ship commenced swinging to 7.00pm, and finished at 7.45pm.

By order of Commanding Officer P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, was released from confinement, his term having expired.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, moonlight.

Light wind from South by East.


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13 September 1891

At anchor North River, New York

Lat 40.76, Long -74.01 [Approximate position]


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, except last hour.

Light airs to light breeze from SW.

Barometer slowly falling, 30.20 to 30.13.

At 3.10am swung to flood.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light airs from SW.

Barometer steady.

Ship commenced swinging to the ebb at 6.40am, and finished at 7.10am.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Light breeze from SSE.

At 9.30am called all hands to quarters for inspection, the following men absent over time: T. Cassidy, Quartermaster, J. Gabel, Oiler, P.E. Rogers, Painter, J. Johnson, Coxswain, M. Teahan, Coal Heaver, A.J. Quigley, Coal Heaver, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, C. Connelly, Coal Heaver, W. Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman, J. Noonan, First-class Fireman, J.J. Mead, Coal Heaver, and J. Healy, Water Tender.

The following men over time returned on board: J.J. Meade, Coal Heaver, 27½ hours, C. Connelly, Coal Heaver, 9½ hours, and W.J. Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman, 3 hours.

Commander R.D. Evans returned from leave of absence.

Made the following signals to flagship: at 10.00am numeral 3; and at noon numeral 136.

At 10.00am flagship made signal 3837 and numeral 10.30.


Meridian to 4pm:

Generally fair, with light SSW breeze.

By order of Commanding Officer placed R. Lee, Private Marine, and J. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker, under sentry's charge.

W. Hills, Second-class Fireman, and J. Gabel, Oiler, returned on board 8 hours over time each.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light wind from South and SSW.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with light breeze from SSW to light airs from WSW, light sprinkle of rain third hour.


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14 September 1891

At anchor North River, and at Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, clearing last hour.

Light breeze from NW.

Barometer steady.

Commenced swinging to flood at 2.20am, finishing at 4.00am.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light wind from NW to NNW.

Transported spare anchor from bow to quarterdeck.

Took off mooring swivel, hove up port anchor and hove in on starboard chain to 30 fathoms.

Slack water high at 6.20am, swung to ebb at 6.45am.


8am to meridian:

Fine.

Light to gentle NNW breeze.

At 9.00am got under way and stood down North River, rendering usual honors and firing a 13 gun salute on passing flagship U.S.S. "Chicago".

Proceeded to Navy Yard, and made fast to coal wharf.

Draft forward 11 feet 11 inches, aft 15 feet 5 inches.

Exchanged numbers with U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont".

Made signals as follows: at 9.00am numeral 13 and interrogatory 4890, flagship answered yes.

Absent without leave: T. Cassidy, Quartermaster, J. Johnson, Coxswain, M. Teahan, Coal Heaver, A.J. Quigley, Coal Heaver, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, J. Noonan, First-class Fireman, J. Healy, Water Tender, P. Friedling, Seaman Apprentice First-class, J. Dolbier, Ordinary Seaman, J.H. Cummings, Coal Heaver, J.E. Golden, Coal Heaver, J. Connolly, Coal Heaver, W.J. Sloan, Second-class Fireman, J. Daly, Water Tender, and S. Simmons, Ordinary Seaman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, light to gentle breezes from NNW to WNW.

Barometer steady.

Discharged this day from U.S.S. "Yorktown" and the Naval Service, with honorable discharges, by reason of expiration of their terms of enlistment, Thomas J. Brennan, Machinist, and R.E.L. Garcine, Seaman Apprentice First-class.

Engaged in cleaning ship.

A.J. Quigley, Coal Heaver, returned on board about 31 hours over time.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle WNW breeze.

By order of Commanding Officer placed W. O'Connell, Seaman Apprentice First-class, in confinement until further orders, and R. Burke, Corporal, under sentry's charge to await trial by court martial.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and bright moonlight.

Light breeze from WSW.

Barometer steady.


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15 September 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from WNW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with light WNW airs.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 73 pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 60 pounds vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Fair, cloudy latter part.

Light breezes from WNW to West.

Barometer rising.

Absentees: T. Cassidy, Quartermaster, J. Johnson, Coxswain, M. Teahan, Coal Heaver, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, J. Noonan, First-class Fireman, J. Healy, Water Tender, P. Friedling, Seaman Apprentice First-class, J. Dolbier, Ordinary Seaman, J.H. Cummings, Coal Heaver, J.E. Golden, Coal Heaver, J. Connolly, Coal Heaver, W.J. Sloan, Second-class Fireman, J. Daly, Water Tender, S. Simmons, Ordinary Seaman, and William F. Flynn, Coal Heaver.

Engaged in shifting mooring down the dock.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant till last hour, then clouding over, with threatening rain.

Light airs and breezes from WSW.

Assistant Engineer C.H. Hayes left the ship on leave for one week.

Navy Yard workmen taking measurements for hatch hoods and port covers for waist guns.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and rainy.

Light airs from SSW to WSW.

Barometer rather unsteady.

Received from the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont", with necessary transfer papers, R.E.L. Garcine, Seaman, U.S. Navy.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light airs from WSW.


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16 September 1891

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear weather.

Light airs from WSW.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from WSW to NW by West.

Clouding up latter part.

Barometer rising.

John Noonan, First-class Fireman, returned on board 94½ hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from NW by West to North.

At 9.30am went to quarters and mustered divisions, sixteen men absent over time: T. Cassidy, Quartermaster, J. Johnson, Coxswain, M. Teahan, Coal Heaver, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, J. Healy, Water Tender, P. Friedling, Seaman Apprentice First-class, J. Dolbier, Ordinary Seaman, J.H. Cummings, Coal Heaver, J.E. Golden, Coal Heaver, J. Connolly, Coal Heaver, W.J. Sloan, Second-class Fireman, J. Daly, Water Tender, S. Simmons, Ordinary Seaman, F.W. Flynn, Coal Heaver, J.L. Carlson, Seaman, and M. Mahoney, Seaman Apprentice First-class.

By order of Commanding Officer rewards were offered for the following men: T. Cassidy, Quartermaster, J. Johnson, Coxswain, M. Teahan, Coal Heaver, J. Healy, Water Tender, P. Friedling, Seaman Apprentice First-class, J. Dolbier, Ordinary Seaman, J.H. Cummings, Coal Heaver, J.E. Golden, Coal Heaver, J. Connelly, Coal Heaver, W.J. Sloan, Second-class Fireman, J. Daly, Water Tender, S. Simmons, Ordinary Seaman, F.W. Flynn, Coal Heaver, and F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver.

T. Cassidy, Quartermaster, was brought on board by the police, 75 hours over time, and a reward of ten dollars paid for his delivery, he was then placed under sentry's charge for safe keeping, by order of Commanding Officer.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breeze from SSE, SW and NNW.

Barometer about steady.

By order of the Commanding Officer M.J. Lynch, Quarter Gunner, was released from confinement, he being sober.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from NW.

J. Healy, Water Tender, F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver, and M. Teahan, Coal Heaver, returned on board over time, the latter two 84 hours, and the former 108 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Light airs from NW. Barometer rising.

J. Daley, Water Tender, absent over time, returned on board 87½ hours over time.


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17 September 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Airs from NW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms, light airs from SSW to NW.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 71¼ pounds beef; 71¼ pounds vegetables; 57 pounds bread.

W.J. Sloan, Coal Heaver, returned from liberty 70 hours over time, and J. Cummings, Coal Heaver, 72 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather, clear.

Light airs from West and SW.

Barometer rising.

U.S.S. "Philadelphia" came to the yard.

By order of the Commanding Officer T. Cassidy, Quartermaster, W. O'Connell and Corporal Burke were released from confinement, and by the same authority the following punishments were assigned, namely: T. Cassidy, Quartermaster, disrated to Seaman from date; A. Mosh, Ordinary Seaman, out of uniform spar deck, 2 hours' extra duty; W. O'Connelly, Seaman Apprentice First-class, under the influence of liquor on board ship and attempting to desert, 5 days' bread and water.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

The following named men were absent over time, namely: J. Johnson, Coxswain, P. Friedling, Seaman Apprentice First-class, J. Dolbier, Ordinary Seaman, J.E. Golden, Coal Heaver, C. Connelly, Coal Heaver, W. F. Flynn, Coal Heaver, and J.L. Carlson, Seaman.

H. McAllister, Second-class Fireman, was found out of the ship without permission.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from SW to South by West.

Sent liberty party on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine weather.

Light airs from South by West and South by East.

Barometer steady.

Received 7500 gallons water for boilers.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Airs from SW.

J. Johnson, Coxswain, returned on board 109 hours over time.


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18 September 1891

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and fine.

Light airs to light breeze from SW.

Moonlight.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light airs from WSW and SW.

Barometer steady.

At about 6.15am U.S.S. "Concord" came to the yard and went alongside the ordnance dock.

J.L. Carlson, Seaman, and J.E. Golden, Coal Heaver, absent without leave, returned on board, the former 47, and the latter 96 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from WSW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, the following men absent over time: P. Friedling, Seaman Apprentice First-class, J. Dolbier, Ordinary Seaman, J. Connolly, Coal Heaver, W. F. Flynn, Coal Heaver, H. McAllister, Second-class Fireman, T. Smith, Seaman, P.J. Leahy, Second-class Fireman, M. Flaherty, Coal Heaver, and D.H. McGunigle, Boiler Maker.

W. F. Flynn, Coal Heaver, was brought on board by the police of New York, 75 hours over time.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and hot.

Light WSW and SW by West breeze.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from SW by West.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, with low lying haze.

Light SW by West wind.

T. Smith, Seaman, returned on board 13 hours over time.

Moonlight.


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19 September 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Fair, bright moonlight.

Light WNW airs.

Barometer steady.

M. Flaherty, Coal Heaver, returned on board about 41 hours over time.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Airs from WNW.

J. Connolly, Coal Heaver, returned on board 120 hours over time.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department the following fresh provisions: 71¼ pounds beef; 71¼ pounds vegetables; and 57 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and hot.

Light WNW to NNE breezes.

Absent without leave: D.H. McGunigle, Boiler Maker, V. Le Flock, Seaman, H.J. Ryan, Coal Heaver, and H. McAllister, Second-class Fireman.

Following workmen from yard on board during watch: 2 plumbers; 3 boiler makers; 2 workmen in coal bunker; 3 joiners; 2 machinists; 2 coppersmiths; 1 laborer.

Board of Survey, Lieutenant W.P. White Senior Member, met on board to survey sundry articles in Equipment [Department].

Sent 12 jigger blocks and 4 cat blocks to block house for overhauling.

Put on wharf to be sent to ordnance storehouse: 106 empty copper powder tanks.

Sent to mould loft one forecastle and one steerage hatch ladder.

U.S.S. "Boston" came to yard, flying number, and anchored off ordnance dock.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breezes from NNE, shifting last hour to the SE.

Barometer steady.

Temperature falling last hour.

Received in Engineer's Department: 405 gallons lubrication oil.

Sent liberty party on shore.

Received from U.S.S. "Newark", with bag and hammock, but no papers, James Kennedy, Seaman.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows, from 12.00pm to 4.00pm: 4 machinists and 1 helper; 5 joiners; 3 plumbers; 1 coppersmith and 1 helper; 2 tinsmiths.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair.

Light breeze to light airs from SE to ESE.

Moon rose about 7.20pm, after which bright moonlight.

Received in Engineer's Department 5000 [gallons], and for ship's use 1339 gallons fresh water from hydrant.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and bright moonlight, misty about horizon to Eastward toward midnight.

Light airs backing from ESE to ENE.

Barometer rising.


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20 September 1891

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light airs from ENE.

W. McAllister, Second-class Fireman, returned on board, having left the ship without permission.


4am to 8am:

Clear, with light airs from ENE to ESE.


8am to meridian:

Fair, warm and pleasant.

Light airs, variable in direction.

Barometer rising slowly.

M.J. McQuirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, reported the expiration of his apprenticeship.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters, the following named men were absent without leave, namely: V. Le Flock, Seaman, H.J. Ryan, Coal Heaver, and D.H. McGunigle, Boiler Maker.

Sent church party to attend divine service on Cob Dock [Cobb Dock in log-book].

Sent liberty party on shore.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from West by North to SSE.

Sent liberty party ashore.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Light airs from SSE to South.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light variable airs from Southward and Westward.

D.H. McGunigle, Boiler Maker, returned on board 63 hours over time.


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21 September 1891

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and fine weather, bright moonlight.

Light airs from WSW.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light WSW airs.

Barometer steady.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 85 pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 68 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from West and SW.

Engaged in breaking out hold and store rooms, which were subsequently inspected by Board of Inspection on Hull.

Following Navy Yard workmen engaged on board, namely: 4 machinists and one helper; 4 joiners on deck in ally way; 4 plumbers on water closet; 4 joiners on deck in ally way; 4 boiler makers on rivets in boiler A; two blacksmiths.

Absent without leave: H.J. Ryan, Coal Heaver, and V. Le Flock, Seaman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from West.

Barometer falling.

By order of the Secretary of the Navy Chief Engineer Alfred Adamson and Surgeon G.E.H. Harmon reported on board for duty, and by the same authority Chief Engineer Cipriano Andrade and Surgeon J.C. Boyd were detached from this vessel.

By order of the Chief of Bureau of Navigation W.C. Bennett, Machinist, was transferred to the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont".

Received 5000 gallons fresh water for boilers.

Received from the Quartermaster U.S. Marine Corps, Washington D.C.: 20 Springfield rifles with bayonets.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from Southward and Westward.

Same Navy Yard workmen on board as in forenoon, all left at 5.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine.

Light airs from SE.

Barometer falling first hour.

Moon rose at about 8.20pm.


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22 September 1891

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Airs from West.


4am to 8am:

Partially cloudy first part, heavy fog last part.

Light airs from ENE.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 69 pounds bread; 86¼ pounds each of vegetables and beef.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from ENE and SE by South.

Barometer rising.

By order of Commanding Officer M. Tierny, Second-class Fireman, was placed under the sentry's charge for safe keeping, and W. O'Connell, Seaman Apprentice First-class, was released from confinement, his term having expired.

By the same authority C. Gulbrunsen was placed in confinement on bread and water for five days, for disobedience of orders of Officer of Deck.

H. Cooney, Seaman, and H. McAllister, Second-class Fireman, were placed under sentry's charge to await trial by Court Martial.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

The following named men were absent without leave, namely: V. Le Flock, Seaman, J. Murphy, First-class Fireman, and J.V. Kane, Coal Heaver.

Received in Paymaster's Department the following stores, namely: 2940 pounds sugar; 1000 pounds pork; 1000 pounds beef; 91½ gallons vinegar; 58 gallons molasses; 980 pounds flour; and 513 pounds pickles.

Engaged in breaking out and cleaning store rooms.


Meridian to 4pm:

Warm weather.

Light airs from SE by East.

Barometer falling.

Received in Engineer's Department the following stores, namely: 3 pieces of stud bolting; 24 rods Muntz metal; 6 packing screws; and 6 packing hooks.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from SE by East.

Barometer falling.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather.

Airs from SE by East to South by West.


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23 September 1891

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, with light airs from West.

Moonlight.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and foggy.

Light airs from West.

Barometer rising.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from NNE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, following men absent over time: V. Le Flock, Seaman, T. Murphy, First-class Fireman, J. Murphy, First-class Fireman, and J.V. Kane, Coal Heaver.

The Captain assigned the following punishments: T.F. Birmingham, Landsman, and J.J. Ryan, Landsman, 1 week extra duty each, for being persistently dirty at inspection.

R. Scholz, Ordinary Seaman, was transferred to U.S.S. "Chicago" for subsequent transfer to U.S.S. "Newark", T. Clinch, Ordinary Seaman, was transferred to U.S.S. "Terror", both of these men taking their effects.

J.H. Costain, Machinist, was found to be drunk and by order of the Captain placed under sentry's charge to sober up.

The following workmen from the yard were employed on board: 2 cementers on officers' water closet; 5 joiners on bridge and alley ways; 6 boiler makers in firerooms; 5 machinists and 1 helper on steam heaters and pin rails; 1 blacksmith and helper on starboard anchor; 2 caulkers in fireroom; and 1 ship's carpenter on gallus frame.

Broke out forward magazine and stowed the powder in the after magazine.

Assistant Engineer C.H. Hayes returned from leave.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from NNE.

At 1.00pm a Summary Court Martial met and tried H. McAllister, Second-class Fireman, for being absent from the ship without permission.

At 2.25pm the court adjourned to await action of the Captain.

The same workmen were occupied on the ship as in the forenoon.

Turned into General Storekeeper 2 sets drag ropes and 2 extractors for 6-pounder, condemned by survey.

Received on board 4 cases medical stores.

Received from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont" Hendrik Wilson, Seaman, with his effects and papers.

Enlisted Edward Vincent Glendenning for the cruise of the ship as Landsman Special Service.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 50 working suits; 25 blue cloth trousers; 100 watch caps; 100 white jumpers; 100 white trousers; 300 woolen socks; 50 overshirts; 50 undershirts, light; 50 drawers, light; 203 yards heavy flannel; 76 yards cap cloth; 100 pairs leggings; 20 blankets; 300 white hats; 100 pairs cotton socks; 200 neckerchiefs; 100 petty officers' caps; 100 cooks and stewards' caps; 2500 pounds biscuit; 100 pounds dried apples; 432 pounds butter; 288 pounds tomatoes; 1008 pounds roast beef; 480 pounds mutton; 480 pounds corned beef; 1000 pounds ham; 600 pounds coffee; 136 pounds tea; 992 pounds assorted vegetables; 100 pairs calfskin shoes; 600 pounds tobacco; 2021 pounds saltwater soap; 50 blue rating badges; 50 white rating badges.

The Captain released J. Costain, Machinist, and returned him to the sentry's charge while considering his offense.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

Ensign G.R. Evans was detached from the ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from NNE.

V. Le Flock, Seaman, returned on board 108 hours over time.

Allowed fires under boilers to die out.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, heavy dew.

Moon rose about 9.40pm, after which bright moonlight.

Light SSE.


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24 September 1891

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and light airs from South by West.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather, warm.

Calm.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 82½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 66 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Fair.

Calms and light airs from SW.

Following workmen on board: 8 boiler makers; 5 machinists; 6 carpenters; 4 helpers to boiler makers; 6 shipfitters and 1 helper; 4 plumbers; 1 blacksmith and 1 helper.

Absent without leave: J.V. Kane, Coal Heaver, J. Murphy, First-class Fireman, and J. Mathison, Ordinary Seaman.

Latter returned on board 21 hours over time.

By order of Commanding Officer following punishments were awarded: J.H. Costain, Machinist, going out of yard on general pass and returning drunk when permission only was given to visit U.S.S. "Petrel", liberty and money stopped for 3 months; A.E. Lowe, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, neglect of duty, restricted two weeks.

Received in Ordnance Department: 4 paint brushes; 24 pounds hemp rope, 21 threads; 24 pounds hemp rope, 18 threads; 50 fathoms manila rope, 2½ inches; 25 yards canvas number 8; 7 pad locks; 3 squirt cans; 10 pounds nails; 1 dark lantern; 10 pounds babbitt metal; 7 square feet sheet copper; 2 square feet sheet iron; 12 marine sponges; 25 pounds tallow; 1 gallons alcohol; 1 gallons Japan Drier; 50 pounds black paint; 20 pounds french gray; 50 pounds Princes metallic paint; 50 pounds red lead; 3 pounds plumbago; 5 pounds putty; 1 pounds camphor; 10 pounds Albany grease; 1 pound slow match; 2 ordnance ledgers; 150 envelopes; 1 dozen lead pencils; 1 eraser; 1 quart ink; 1 pint mucilage; ½ pint red ink; 6 sheets blotting paper; 1 ream foolscap paper; 1 gross pens; 6 pen holders; 1 shoe knife; 1 claw hammer; 1 awl; 1 pound emery; 335 sheets emery cloth; 50 candles; 1½ pounds cork; 250 tins cleaning paste; 50 pounds waste; 12 pounds beeswax; and 1 monkey wrench, 12 inches.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 100 spools cotton; 144 spools sewing silk; 96 jackknives; 50 scrub brushes; 50 blacking brushes; 100 wisp brooms; 120 boxes blacking; 30 agate bowls; 50 agate plates; 300 pounds candles; 12 padlocks; 1 set yeoman's stores.

Received in Equipment Department: 2 anchor bars.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with light airs to light breeze from SE.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 67 gallons beans.

Discharged from the ship and service G.W. White, Landsman, his services being no longer required.

Received in Engineer's Department: 24 sal thermometers; 10 gross lamp wicking; 9 pounds packing; 32 pounds sheet rubber, 1/16 inch; 2 ratchet drills; 6 globe valves; 24 scoop shovels.

Received in Ordnance Department: 2 rubber blankets; 75 paper targets; 8 lock strings; 2 primer boxes; 1 cleaning brush, 6-pounder; 1 firing point hammer, 6-pounder; 1 dismounting pin, 6-pounder; 2 extractors, 6-pounder; 1 hammer, 3-pounder; 1 bristle sponge, 37 millimeter; 2 extractors, Gatling; 5 waist belts; 1 canteen and strap; 2 haversacks and straps; 1 bayonet and scabbard; 1 cartridge belt; 14 magazines, rifle; 2 gallons bright varnish; 30 gallons glycerin; 5 gallons raw oil; 30 drill cartridges, 1-pounder.

By order of Commanding Officer made changes in ratings as follows: J. Montgomery, Quartermaster to Chief Quartermaster, from August 15th; J. Mathison, Ordinary Seaman to Seaman, from July 1st.

Following workmen on board from 1.00pm to 4.00pm: 5 carpenters; 8 boiler makers and 4 helpers; 1 blacksmith and 1 helper; 5 machinists; 4 plumbers; 6 shipfitters and 1 helper.

By order of Commanding Officer rewards of ten dollars each for the following men were offered: J.V. Kane, Seaman, and T. Murphy, First-class Fireman,.

Broke out, cleaned and restowed hammock nettings.

Aired bedding.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, with light airs from SE by South and South by East.

Same workmen as in preceding watch on board from 4.00pm to 5.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, slight fog last hour.

Light airs from South by East and SE by South.

Moon rose at 10.20pm.


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25 September 1891

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and foggy.

Light breeze from SW.

Barometer falling slowly.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and misty.

Light SW and WSW airs.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy weather.

Light airs from WSW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, following men absent without leave: J.V. Kane, Seaman, and T. Murphy, First-class Fireman.

Following Navy Yard workmen engaged on board: 8 boiler makers; 5 machinists on engines and boilers; 8 shipfitters cutting holes in galley bulkhead and magazine; 8 carpenters on bridge and cabin bunk; 2 plumbers and 2 cementers on water closets.

Received in Equipment Department (exempted classes): 1 globe, P.1; 4 pounds insulating tape; 1 dozen files; 1 claw hammer; 1 peen hammer; 2 log lines; 2 push buttons; 1 shade of side light, green; 4 cross-head.

U.S.S. "Vermont" fired a salute of 15 guns.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, but warm.

Light airs and breezes from SW.

Transferred to Marine Barracks, New York, following men with accounts and effects: Sergeant A. Houglan; Privates C.P. Bayley, W.H. Carter, F.W. Flood, W.P. Thomas and C.E. Vansickle; and received from Marine Barracks, New York, the following men with accounts and effects: Sergeant James Meiberg; Privates D. Bradley, Edward Sherny, Charles Williams, H. Skelton and Thomas O'Donnell.

Received from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont" Frank H. Ruchman, First-class Fireman, with accounts and effects.

Same Navy Yard workmen as in previous watch, with one painter in addition.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs and breezes from SW.

Fred Walter Getchel was enlisted as a Landsman Special Service for the cruise of the vessel, also Peter Tierny as Landsman for three years.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW.

Barometer about steady.

Moon rose at about 11.30pm.


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26 September 1891

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Fair weather.

Airs from SW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, hazy.

Light airs from WSW.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 86¼ pounds of fresh beef and vegetables each; and 69 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Partially cloudy and warm.

Calms and light airs from WNW and NNE.

Barometer rising.

At 8.00am the following yard workmen came on board, namely: 7 carpenters; 4 machinists and one helper; 3 plumbers; 9 shipfitters; 5 boiler makers; and one coppersmith.

Workmen left the ship at noon.

By order of the Commanding Officer R.J. Cooney, Seaman, was released from confinement.

Absentees: J.V. Kane, Coal Heaver, and T. Murphy, First-class Fireman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and very warm.

Light airs from NNE, shifting to SE last hour.

Barometer falling.

At 1.00pm the following yard workman came on board, namely: four machinists and one helper; 9 shipfitters; 5 boiler makers; 7 carpenters; 3 plumbers; and one coppersmith.

At 1.00pm called all hands to muster and read proceedings and sentence of Summary Court Martial held on board this vessel for the trial of H. McAllister, Second-class Fireman.

In accordance with the sentence he was discharged from the vessel and the Naval Service with a Bad Conduct Discharge.

The Rear Admiral Commanding the French Naval Forces on the North Atlantic Station called on the Commandant of the Yard, was received with the customary honors and saluted with 13 guns upon leaving.

Received stores as per list appended [not included].


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy weather, passing showers of rain with vivid lightning last hour.

Light airs unsteady in direction.

Barometer rising.

Yard workmen left the ship between 4.30pm and 5 o'clock.

James Reagan was this day enlisted for three years, for general service as a Coal Heaver.

J.V. Kane, Coal Heaver, absent without leave, returned on board 108 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with thunder and lightning.

Calms and light airs from ENE.

M. Mahoney, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, returned from furlough.

At 10.15pm started fires under boiler B.

Received from hydrant 11,000 gallons fresh water for steaming purposes.


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27 September 1891

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light ENE airs.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy weather, foggy last hour.

Light airs, unsteady in direction.

Barometer rising.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, with thin fog.

Light airs from ENE to NNE.

Barometer rising.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters.

By order of Commander released C. Gulbrunsen, Seaman, from confinement.

The following men absent without leave: J. Kloote, Second-class Fireman, Thomas Murphy, First-class Fireman, J.E. Frates, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, E. Hannis, Ordinary Seaman, and T. Desmond, Landsman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs from ENE to NE.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and hazy.

Light airs from NE to South by East.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with light airs from SSW to SSE.


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28 September 1891

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and damp.

Light airs from Southward


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs from South by West to SW.

At 7.15am J. Dolbier, Ordinary Seaman, was found to be absent from the ship, he having left during the night without permission.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and hot.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and inspected bags.

E. Hannis, Ordinary Seaman, and T. Desmond, Landsman, returned on board 46 hours over time.

Absent without leave: J.P. Morean, Second-class Fireman, T. Gillen, Landsman, T. Birmingham, Landsman, J. Dolbier, Ordinary Seaman, T. Murphy, First-class Fireman, J. Kloote, Second-class Fireman, and J.E. Frates, Seaman Apprentice Second-class.

Following workmen on board during watch: 7 carpenters; 4 boiler makers; 1 pipefitter; 4 machinists and 1 helper; 10 shipfitters; 3 block-makers; also 1 boat builder from 10.00am to 11.00am.

Received in Equipment Department (exempted classes): 2 boxes Very's signals; 12 yards tracing muslin; 10 sheets drawing paper; 2 dozen drawing pencils; 2 dozen thumb tacks; 1½ dozen rubber erasers.

By order of Commanding Officer following changes in ratings were made from date: J. Howard, Machinist to Seaman Gunner; F.L. Hoagland, Oiler to Seaman Gunner; H. MacDonald, Armorer to Seaman Gunner; G. Glispey, Chief Boatswain's Mate to Seaman; P. Mullen, Coxswain to Seaman; J. Kenefick, Boatswain's Mate to Seaman; F.F. Murray, Captain of Forecastle to Seaman; L. Morris, Captain of Hold to Seaman; J. Johnson Coxswain to Seaman; F. Baker, Ship's Corporal to Ordinary Seaman; P.E. Rogers, Painter to Landsman; P. Meitzel, Carpenter and Calker to Landsman; W. Peters, Bayman to Landsman; J. Daly, Water Tender to First-class Fireman; J. Healy, Water Tender to First-class Fireman; McGrath, Oiler to First-class Fireman; J. Reynolds, Oiler to First-class Fireman; O.A. Fogelstrom, Blacksmith to First-class Fireman; A. Nickerson, Captain of Tops to Seaman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, with light airs to light breeze from SSW to SE.

Transferred to U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont" 53 men with bags, hammocks and necessary transfer papers, as follows: J. Howard, Seaman Gunner; F.L. Hoagland, Seaman Gunner; H. MacDonald, Seaman Gunner; G. Glispey, Seaman; C. Gulbrunsen, Seaman; J. Wescovers, Seaman; P. Deckman, Seaman; E. Lundberg, Seaman; P. Mullen, Seaman; J.L. Carlson, Seaman; T. Smith, Seaman; J. Kenefick, Seaman; F. Murray, Seaman; L. Morris, Seaman; O. Irsterwig, Seaman; F. Hermo, Seaman; J. Johnson, Seaman; V. Le Flock, Seaman; M. Cassidy, Seaman; J. Mansen, Seaman; F. Baker, Ordinary Seaman; J.H. Brink, Ordinary Seaman; F. Johnson, Ordinary Seaman; P. Rogers, Landsman; P. Meitzel, Landsman; W. Peters, Landsman; J.S. Butler, Machinist; V. Carlson, Machinist; D. McGunigle, Boiler Maker; J. Hallaghan, First-class Fireman; J. Noonan, Second-class Fireman; J. Mather, Second-class Fireman; J. Daly, Second-class Fireman; J. Healy, First-class Fireman; J. Murphy, First-class Fireman; J. McGrath, First-class Fireman; J. Reynolds, First-class Fireman; A. Fogelstrom, First-class Fireman; W. Hills, Second-class Fireman; W. Leahy, Second-class Fireman; J. Cummings, Second-class Fireman; W. Sloan, Second-class Fireman; A.C. McLeod, Second-class Fireman; J. Connelly, Coal Heaver; F.W. Warren, Coal Heaver; M. Teahan, Coal Heaver; J.E. Golden, Coal Heaver; J.J. Mead, Coal Heaver; H.J. Ryan, Coal Heaver; T. Eddy, Coal Heaver; J.H. Griffin, Coal Heaver; A.J. Quigley, Coal Heaver; B.L. Jordan, Landsman.

Also following Continuous Service Certificates, numbers: 6815, 3612, 8457, 8768, 8375, 8360, 8578, 7219, 8960, 6822, 6924, 6721, 2172, 8751, 8921, 7024, 7201 and 5944.

Following workmen on board during watch: 9 carpenters; 4 boiler makers; 10 shipfitters; 2 block-makers; also 2 cementers from 3.00pm to 4.00pm.

Turned into store cabin carpets, condemned by survey.


4pm to 8pm:

Alternately clear and cloudy.

Light airs to light breeze from South by East.

Received from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont" a draft of men, as follows: O. Schewsky, Seaman; J. Lundquist, Seaman; J. Lloyd, Seaman; J. Capone, Seaman; W. Burnett, Seaman; A. McLain, Seaman; M. Davaney, Seaman; W.J. Ferver, Seaman; E.R. Gronberg, Seaman; J. Dalzell, Ordinary Seaman; C.A. Muller, Ordinary Seaman; A.N. Seller, Ordinary Seaman; J. Dennis, Ordinary Seaman; W. Wright, Ordinary Seaman; C.H. Young, Ordinary Seaman; K. Arnesen, Ordinary Seaman; J. Brown, Landsman; J. Saunders, Landsman; F.W. Davis, Landsman; M.A. Harris, Landsman; W.J. Collins, First-class Fireman; E. Donaldson, First-class Fireman; P. Joyer, First-class Fireman; T. Larkins, First-class Fireman; J. Reynolds, First-class Fireman; J. Toole, First-class Fireman; M. White, First-class Fireman; T. Ahern, First-class Fireman; M. McGunley, Second-class Fireman; S. Fleischer, Second-class Fireman; C. Stacy, Second-class Fireman; J. Halligan, Second-class Fireman; T. Buckley, Second-class Fireman; D. Johnson, Coal Heaver; H. Flynn, Coal Heaver; M. Marshall, Coal Heaver; J.J. Burns, Coal Heaver; J. Byrne, Coal Heaver; A.J. Kimball, Coal Heaver; J. Burke, Coal Heaver, and J. Fagan, Coal Heaver.

Workmen on board from 4.00pm to 5.00pm as in preceding watch.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy.

Light airs and breezes from South by East.


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Memorandum for log, meridian to 4pm:

Received in the Equipment Department of this vessel from the General Storekeeper: 14 blank books; 4 quarts ink, black; 4 pints ink, red; 4 quarts mucilage; 18 memorandum books; 12 memorandum pads; 24 sheets blotting paper; 1 ream paper, regulations; 30 packs envelopes, official; 25 packs envelopes, note; 4 rulers, flat; 3 letter files; 2 pads, blotting; 10 dozen lead pencils, black; 1 dozen lead pencils, red and blue; 2 gross elastic hoops; 3 boxes eyelets; 3 boxes fasteners; 2 ink erasers; 12 rubbers; 3 ribbons for typewriter; 14 pieces of tape.


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10 pounds tallow; 2 gallons tallow; 1 shark hook; 14 palms, seaming; 6 palms, roping; 4 turnbuckles, brass; 6 fids splicing; 4 sail hooks; 3 sail prickers; 4 sail knives; 50 hose washers; 1 hose strainer; 4 hose spanners; 3 chamois skins; 3 coaling bags; 2 feather dusters; 24 corn brooms; 20 pounds cotton twine; 10 pounds seine twine; ½ bolt canvas flax, number 2; ½ bolt canvas flax, number 5; 40 rubbers for squilgees; 24 sheets sandpaper; 24 sheets emery cloth; 75 pounds cotton waste; 1 set pincers, flat mouth; 1 set pincers, round mouth; 500 tags, linen [?].


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7 foreign ensigns; 40 yards bunting, red, 18 inches; 40 yards bunting, white, 18 inches; 15 yards bunting, white, 4½ inches; 15 yards bunting, blue, 4½ inches; 15 yards bunting, red, 4½ inches; 5 pounds distance line; 5 yards muslin, red; 10 yards muslin, white; 1 pound flax thread, red; 10 spools sewing cotton; 2 papers needles; 4 globes for hand lanterns; 40 pounds polishing paste; ½ gross matches; 40 yards yellow bunting; 50 pounds signal halyard stuff.


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Received in Construction Department from the General Storekeeper: 2 pounds copper pins; 3 pounds copper tacks; 1 dozen sash tools; 2 dozen fitch tools; 2 dozen paint brushes, 5 inches; ½ dozen varnish brushes; 7 gross brass screws; 3 pounds beads, 1¼ inch; 10 pad locks; 300 sheets sandpaper; 100 sheets emery cloth; 3 screw drivers; 2 2-feet rules; 2 dozen files, serrated; 1 dozen carpenter's pencils; 1 oil stone; 2 putty knives; 1 glue pot.


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29 September 1891

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather.

Light airs from SW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy.

Light airs from SW and South by West.

At 6.00am coal lighter was brought alongside by Navy Yard tug.

Commenced coaling and received until 7.10am about 15 tons.


8am to meridian:

Partially cloudy, warm.

Light airs and breezes from SSW and South by West.

Commenced coaling at 8.30am and coaled until noon from lighter using baskets, received in all 48 tons 1280 pounds.

Surgeon G.E. Harmon left the ship on three days' leave of absence.

Received in Construction Department from Bramhall, Deane & Company, by Navy Department: 6 sets rings and covers, number 451; 2 sets brick, number 489; 3 panels, number 96; 2 grates, number 747; 2 plates, number 830; 2 grate frames, number 748; 1 grate, number 760; 2 plates, number 108; 3 rings, number 139; 3 covers, number 148; 1 plate, number 128; 1 grate frame 2, number 96; 1 set bricks, number 89.

8 shipfitters, 1 helper, 2 spar-makers, 7 carpenters, 5 machinists, 3 riveters and 2 plumbers at work on board.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, rain squalls second hour of watch, drizzling remainder.

Light variable airs.

Commenced coaling at 1.30pm and finished at 3.00pm, received in all 65 tons 1082 pounds coal.

Received in Equipment Department: 1 barrel arctic oil; 4 frying pans; 4 roasting pins; 3 tormentors; 4 cork knives; 2 chopping dishes; 2 chopping knives; 2 knives and forks; 4 scouse kettles; 10 sauce pans; 2 colanders; 2 rolling pins; 4 iron spoons; 2 coffee mills; 2 coffee boilers, tin; 2 fish kettles; 1 coffee boiler, copper; 2 wash pans; 2 cleavers; 18 baking cups; 2 skimmers; 3 broilers, iron; 3 cake turners; 2 iron pots; 2 water ewers; 2 candlesticks, plated; 3 wash basins; 5 foot tubs; 2 barrels charcoal.

In Construction Department: 4 camp stools; 4 halyard racks; 1 barrel lime; 10 pounds vermilion, dry; 1.25 pounds shellac; 40 gallons alcohol; 40 gallons turpentine; 25 gallons linseed oil, raw; 200 feet white pine, 1 inch; 400 pounds iron; 2 sheets copper, 14 ounce; 10 pounds patent dryer; 300 pounds red lead; 1 gallon copal varnish; 25 pounds lampblack; 50 pounds putty; 50 pounds oakum; and 1 bureau for cabin.

Same Navy Yard workmen on board as in previous watch.

Finished work on bower anchor.

Lieutenant A.G. Winterhalter left the ship on five days' leave.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, raining first part.

Light airs and breeze from WSW and SW.

Navy Yard workmen left the ship at 5.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Light breeze from WSW, shifting to NW last hour.

Barometer rising.

J.P. Morean, Second-class Fireman, and V.C. Barrett, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent without leave, returned on board, the former 87 hours and the latter 10½ hours over time.


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30 September 1891

Moored alongside coal wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind from NW.


4am to 8am:

Cool, fine weather.

Gentle breezes from NNW to NE.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 87½ pounds beef and vegetables each; and 70 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NE and ENE.

Barometer rising.

The following yard workmen came on board at 8.00am and left at noon, namely: 14 shipfitters; 3 block-makers; 7 carpenters; 2 cementers; and 3 boiler makers.

At 9.40am mustered crew at quarters.

The following named men were absent without leave, namely: T. Gillen, Landsman, W. Curley, Landsman, T. Birmingham, Landsman, J.E. Frates, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, J. Kloote, Second-class Fireman, T. Murphy, First-class Fireman, and J. Dolbier, Ordinary Seaman.

Coal lighter came alongside at about 10.00am.

By direction of the Secretary of the Navy Lieutenant C.A. Bradbury, U.S. Navy, was detached from this vessel and ordered to duty in the Bureau of Ordnance.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cool.

Gentle breeze from NNE.

Barometer unsteady.

At 1.00pm the following yard workmen came on board, namely: 14 shipfitters; 5 carpenters; 2 cementers; 1 painter; 2 iron workers; and 2 instrument makers.

Engaged in coaling ship, having commenced at 1.00pm.

Received in Engineer's Department: 212 pounds waste; 12 wooden wedges; 4 ash buckets; and 4 coal buckets.

In Equipment Department (exempted classes) received: 1 sextant; 1 night octant; 2 time glasses, 28 seconds; 1 spyglass; 1 pair binoculars; 1 sounding machine; 1 compass; and one compensating binnacle.

Jacob Schilperount [Schilperoot?] was this day enlisted on board this vessel for the cruise special service.

Received from the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont" the following men, with effects and necessary papers: Olaf Olsen, Seaman, J.M. Sjoholm, Seaman, William Frank, Seaman, T. Doyle, Seaman, A. McNichol, Ordinary Seaman, J. Gallagher, First-class Fireman, and D. Bolger, Landsman.

J. Kloote, Second-class Fireman, and W.J. Curley, Landsman, absent without leave, returned on board, the former 100 hours, and the latter 34 hours over time.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cold.

Light breeze from NNE.

Barometer rising.

At 5.00pm the yard workmen left the ship.

Received on board during the afternoon 54 tons 762 pounds of coal.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, cool.

Light breeze from NNE.



LOGS FOR OCTOBER 1891


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1 October 1891

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light breezes from NNE.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine weather.

Light breeze from NE.

Barometer rising.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 71¼ pounds fresh meat and vegetables each; and 53 pounds bread.

Got on board 27 tons 1046 pounds coal.

H. Skelton, Private Marine, and C. Williams, Private Marine, were found to be absent from the ship without leave.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Wind light from ENE to East.

Engaged coaling ship.

The following men absent without leave: J.E. Frates, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, T. Birmingham, Landsman, T. Gillen, Landsman, T. Murphy, First-class Fireman, T. Doyle, Seaman, G. Williams, Private Marine, and H.C. Skelton, Private Marine.

The following workmen from the yard employed on board: 12 shipfitters, 1 helper; 2 painters; 1 machinist; 3 block-makers; 2 pattern-makers; 2 carpenters.

H. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, was found to have left the ship without permission.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from NE to ESE.

Finished coaling ship, received on board a total quantity of 201 tons 236 pounds.

The following men from the yard employed on board: 10 shipfitters, 1 helper; 1 painter; 1 machinist; 2 joiners; 2 carpenters; and 2 cementers.

Men from the Edison Electric Company were occupied during the day in fitting new field coils to number 1 dynamo.

Received on board in Equipment Department (exempted classes): 600 feet portable electric conductor and 2 electric deck lanterns.

In Equipment Department: 1 mattress and 2 pillows.

In Construction Department: 1 desk and 1 chair.

Received from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont" with effects and papers: Robert Spindler, Ordinary Seaman, and Charles Griffin, Seaman.

Received in Engineer's Department: 8 barrels lubricating oil.

Turned into store in Navy Yard: 2 mattresses; 1 suit boat sails; 1 set sail covers; and 1 awning bag.

Passed Assistant Paymaster J.R. Martin reported on board for duty, relieving Passed Assistant Paymaster C.W. Littlefield, who was detached this day.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from ESE.

Discharged from this ship and the Naval Service: A.A. Villiers, Wardroom Steward, and Peter Bains, Landsman.

H. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, who left the ship without permission, returned on board.


8pm to midnight:

Weather clear and pleasant.

Light airs from ESE.


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2 October 1891

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, cool and damp.

Light airs from ESE first hour, then calm.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Heavy smoke over river.

Airs from SSE.

William Frank, Landsman, was found to be absent from the ship without permission.


8am to meridian:

Partially cloudy and cool.

Light breezes from WSW and SSE.

The following men absent without leave: T. Birmingham, Landsman, J.E. Frates, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, T. Murphy, First-class Fireman, T. Doyle, Seaman, J. Dolbier, Ordinary Seaman, C.G. Williams, Private Marine, H. Skelton, Private Marine, and William Frank [Funk in log-book], Landsman.

Received in Equipment Department (exempted classes): 1 gallon glycerin; 4 dozen cleaning paste; 2 log rotators; and 100 feet molding.

Following Navy yard workmen on board: 15 shipfitters; 3 carpenters; 1 machinist and 1 helper.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light breezes from West by South.

Same Navy Yard workmen on board as in previous watch.

Transferred to U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Minnesota" the following apprentices with short time to serve: J.G. Ford, Seaman Apprentice First-class, H.A. Shepley, Seaman Apprentice First-class, A.E. Lowe, Seaman Apprentice First-class, R.W. Mathany, Seaman Apprentice First-class, P. Friedling, Seaman Apprentice First-class, J.T. Cleary, Seaman Apprentice First-class, and M. Mahoney, Seaman Apprentice First-class.

Transferred to U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont": D. Eldridge, Seaman, J. Montgomery, Quartermaster, J Poessel, Seaman, T. Desmond, Ordinary Seaman, and A. Mosh, Ordinary Seaman; and received from U.S.S. "Vermont": J.T. Caldwell, Landsman, J.B. Dougford, Landsman, E. Stevens, Landsman, and W.E. Gilchrist, Ordinary Seaman.

All men above accompanied with bags, hammocks and necessary transfer papers.

Received in Ordnance Department: 1000 dummy cartridges caliber .45.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 3 boxes blank books and stationery.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from WSW and South by West.

Sent liberty party ashore.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from South by West first hour, then calm.

J.E. Frates, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, returned on board 6 days 15 hours over time.

Shut down dynamo at 12.00am.


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3 October 1891

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Airs from SW by West.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 63 pounds fresh beef; 63 pounds vegetables; and 58 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Partially clear, with light fog, then hazy.

Light airs from WSW and calms.

Following men absent without leave: T. Birmingham, Landsman, W. Frank [Funk in log-book], Seaman, T. Doyle, Seaman, J. Dolbier, Ordinary Seaman, C. Williams, Private Marine, H. Skelton, Private Marine, and R.F. Pickett, First-class Fireman.

Received in Ordnance Department ammunition as follows: 69 common cast-iron shell, 6 inch; 60 armor piercing shell, 6 inch; 197 cartridges steel shell, 6-pounder; 176 cartridges steel shell, 3-pounder; 180 common shell, 1-pounder; 170 common shell, 37 millimeter; 244 vent-sealing percussion primers; 9 charges, ordinary, 6 inch; 97 charges, reduced, 6 inch; 1700 pounds saluting powder; 1000 priming caps; 27,000 cartridges, ball, caliber .45; 1000 blank cartridges, caliber .45; 9000 cartridges, ball, caliber .38.

Received in Equipment Department (exempted classes): 8 rockets; 1 commutator dressing machine; 85 Edison lamps, 16 candle power; 20 lamps, 16 candle power, frosted; 89 lamps, 10 candle power; 12 lamps, 32 candle power.

Following Navy Yard men engaged on board: 3 carpenters; 4 stage fitters; 4 upholsterers; 5 machinists; at work on annunciators, compass, galley ports and cabin carpets.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SSE and South.

Same Navy Yard workmen as in previous watch.

Received in Engineer's Department the following stores: 300 iron washers; 12 sheets roofing tin; 12 pump valves; 8 diaphragms; 10 gallons turpentine; ½ barrel sal soda; 24 file handles; 12 paint brushes; 12 shovels; 12 hammer handles; 10 pounds copper wire; 25 pounds tallow; 48 water gauge glasses; 100 grommets; 1 quart mucilage; and 70 pounds sheet rubber.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SSE.

Received for delivery to U.S.S. "Baltimore": 12 tanks containing 2000 pounds powder; 1 box cork plugs; 1 box Hotchkiss primers.

Lieutenant A.G. Winterhalter and Surgeon G.R. Harmon returned from leave.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudless sky.

Calm.

Bright starlight.


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4 October 1891

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Generally clear, with haze around horizon and fog second hour.

Light airs from NNW.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 70½ pounds fresh beef; 70½ pounds vegetables; and 61 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from NNW and North.

Barometer falling.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

The following named men were absent without leave, namely: T. Birmingham, Landsman, W.H. Frank [Funk in log-book], Seaman, J. Doyle, Seaman, J. Dolbier, Ordinary Seaman, C. Williams, Private Marine, H. Skelton, Private Marine, R. Pickett, First-class Fireman, M.F. Flynn, Coal Heaver, M.F. Flaherty, Coal Heaver, W.H. Carson, Gunner's Mate, M. Conway, Seaman Gunner, and V. Glendenning, Landsman.

The Commanding Officer inspected the crew at quarters.

At 9.40am called all hands to muster, read Articles for the Better Government of the Navy, and mustered crew, the above named men were absent without leave.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from ENE and NE by East.

Barometer falling.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from SSE.

Barometer falling.

W.C. Carson, Gunner's Mate, absent without leave, returned on board 9½ hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather.

Airs from SSE to ESE.

Foggy last half of watch.


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5 October 1891

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and foggy.

Calm.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Clear, with calms and light NNW airs.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Calm.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, the following men absent overtime: J. Cosgrove, Seaman, M. Conway, Seaman Gunner, T. Doyle, Seaman, M.F. Flynn, Coal Heaver, and M.F. Flaherty, Coal Heaver.

The following men were declared deserters: A.H. Frank [Funk in log-book], Seaman, T.F. Birmingham, Landsman, R.W. Picket, First-class Fireman, J. Dolbier, Ordinary Seaman, H.C. Skelton [Kelton in log-book], Private Marine, and C. Williams, Private Marine.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from WSW to NW.

E. Creigher, Landsman, and W.F. Reddick, Landsman, were discharged from this ship and the Naval Service.

J.E. Frates, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, was transferred to U.S.S. "Minnesota", his papers being sent though the Commandant.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate NW wind.

At 4.20pm hauled out into the stream, the Navy Yard tug coming alongside for the purpose.

Anchored off U.S.S. "Vermont" in 7½ fathoms water, veering to 15 fathoms on starboard chain.

Received on board M.J. Sweeny, Private Marine, and C.H. Rushlow, Private Marine, from the barracks with their effects.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudless sky, bright starlight.

Light to moderate NW breeze.


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6 October 1891

At anchor off Navy Yard, New York, and moored to Cob Dock [Cobb Dock in log-book]

Lat 40.712, Long -73.970 [Approximate position]


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Moderate and gentle breezes from NW.

At 1.30am ship tripped her anchor against ram and commenced dragging.

Let go port anchor and veered on starboard chain.

Came to in 7¾ fathoms water, having veered to 30 fathoms on port chain and 15 fathoms on starboard.

Ship being abreast of Wallabout entrance.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, cool.

Light wind from North by East.

At 5.30am hove up port anchor.

At 6.45am hove up starboard anchor, and at 7.25am anchored off U.S.S. "Vermont" again, veering to 25 fathoms on starboard chain.

Banked fires.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 82 pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 75 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Fair, with light to gentle breeze from North.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absent without leave: M. Conway, Seaman Gunner, J. Darcus, Machinist, T. Doyle, Seaman, W. Flaherty, Coal Heaver, M. Flynn, Coal Heaver, J. Cosgrove, Seaman, E. Wolter, Landsman, and S. Glendenning, Landsman.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 82 pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 75 pounds bread; and in Ordnance [Department]: 1 box of 3-pounder ammunition.

J. Cosgrove, Seaman, returned on board 28 hours over time.

Three laborers and one machinist, in charge of Engineer Officer, on board at work on indicators for engine room, also one man from Edison [Electric] Company at work on dynamo.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with light to moderate NE by North breeze.

Received in Ordnance Department: 12 Leclanché cells; and 24 extractor springs, Lee rifle.

Ship dragging, let go port anchor and made preparations for shifting berth.

Navy Yard tug came alongside.

Same workmen on indicators as last watch.

Lieutenant J.A. Fiske and Ensign B.F. Hutchinson reported on board for duty.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with light breeze from NE to light airs from ENE.

In tow of yard tug stood for Cob dock and made fast, but could not go alongside.

Sounded off port quarter in 2¼ fathoms, dead low water.

Hove taut on lines.

M. Conway, Seaman Gunner, returned on board 55 hours over time.

Same workmen on indicator as last watch.

Draft forward 13 feet 7 inches, aft 16 feet 3 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool, sprinkling rain at times.

Light airs from ENE.


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7 October 1891

Moored to Cob dock, Navy Yard, and at anchor off East 26th Street, New York

Lat 40.712, Long -73.970 [Approximate position]


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and drizzling.

Light breeze from NE and ENE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with light ENE breeze.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and damp, threatening rain.

Light breeze from ENE.

At 9.30am [1.30am in log-book] mustered at quarters, the following men absent without leave: T. Doyle, Seaman, M.F. Flaherty, Coal Heaver, W. F. Flynn, Coal Heaver, and J. Darcus, Machinist.

Transferred to U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont": T. Gillen, Landsman, and J. Kloote, Second-class Fireman.

Received on board from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont" the following men, with bags, hammocks and necessary transfer papers: D. Bagley, Landsman, R. Klotz, Landsman, J. Sullivan, Seaman, R. Williams, Seaman, T. Rush, Coal Heaver, J. Gallagher, Coal Heaver, M. Clancy, Second-class Fireman.

By order of Commanding Officer the following men were declared deserters: E.V. Glendenning, Landsman, and E. Wolter, Landsman.

At 11.50am tug came alongside and towed ship up East River.

Off U.S.S. "Vermont" at 12.00pm.

Barometer falling slowly.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 65 pounds bread; 73 pounds vegetables; and 59 pounds of bread.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and rainy all watch.

Light to gentle breeze from ENE.

Transferred B. Keravan, Seaman Gunner, to U.S.S. "Vermont".

At 12.30pm came to with starboard anchor off 26th Street, East River, and veered to 30 fathoms in 7½ fathoms water, soft muddy bottom.

Ship riding to ebb tide remainder of watch.


4pm to 8pm:

Raining all watch.

Light breezes, increasing to moderate breezes last hour, from ENE.

At 7.40pm, ship having swung to flood, veered to 45 fathoms on starboard chain.

Barometer falling.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and drizzling.

Gentle to light breeze from East.

Riding to flood.

Barometer falling.


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8 October 1891

At anchor off East 26th Street, [New York], and at sea making passage to St. Thomas, West Indies

Lat 40.737, Long -73.970


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with passing showers.

Light airs from ENE.

Barometer falling.

Ship riding to the ebb.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with rain first part.

Light to moderate breezes, coming in occasional squalls first part.

Riding to ebb tide till 7.00am, when commenced to swing to flood.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool.

Light to gentle breezes from NNW.

Barometer steady.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and stationed men at fire quarters, general quarters and abandon ship.

Absentees: J. Darcus, Machinist, T. Doyle, Seaman, W. F. Flynne, Coal Heaver, and M.F. Flaherty, Coal Heaver.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from North by West.

At 3.50pm called all hands up anchor.

Getting under way at close of watch.

At 2.00pm Navy Yard tug came alongside with draft of men.

Received from U.S.S. "Vermont": J. Rice, Seaman, and A. Olsen, Seaman; from U.S.S. "Newark": H.H. Walker, Machinist; from U.S.S. "Concord": C.J. Johnson, Second-class Apprentice, R. McCauley, Second-class Apprentice, A. Hasler, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, H.F. Laine, Second-class Apprentice, C.A. Barnes, Third-class Apprentice, S.L. Loomax, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, and F.S. Kirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class; from U.S.S. "Bennington": G.R. Coulter, First-class Apprentice, D. Donovan, Seaman, E.J. Colwell, First-class Apprentice, A.A. Garren, Seaman, C.J. Fisk, First-class Apprentice, G.W. McGlynn, Machinist, L.R. Boland, Ordinary Seaman, and W.P. Menger, First-class Apprentice.

Enlisted as machinist for 3 years from date: George W. Keys.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NW.

At 4.10pm got under way and stood down East River.

Standing down Swash Channel at close of watch.

Draught of ship forward 13 feet 7 inches, aft 16 feet 3 inches, steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 85.4, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear, with bright starlight.

Light NW breeze.

Three boilers, natural draft.

At 6.54pm took departure, patent log reading 17.7, set course South by East (by standard [compass]).

Lost sight of Sandy Hook lightvessel about 7.00pm.

At end of watch Scotland lights on starboard quarter.

Average steam 120 [pounds], average revolutions 85.4.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Gentle to moderate breezes from ENE.

At 8.40pm lost Scotland lightship bearing 3 points on starboard quarter.

Under steam in three boilers, and after 10.00pm under fore and aft sail, except topsails and jib.

Steam pressure 106 [pounds], revolutions 91, vacuum 26 inches.

Steering course South by East.


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9 October 1891

At sea, making passage to St. Thomas, West Indies

Lat 37.70, Long -72.67


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Gentle to moderate ENE breeze.

Under steam in three boilers fore and aft sail, except topsails and jib.

Making course South by East by standard [compass].

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 98.1, vacuum 26.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather, lower clouds passing over from Northward and Eastward.

Passed several vessels standing to Southward and Eastward.

At 7.15am took in spanker.

Steam 103 [pounds], revolutions 92.7, vacuum 26.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from ENE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and stationed guns' crews at guns and abandoning ship.

At 9.15am set topsails.

Released L. Traummer, Machinist, from sentry's charge.

Barometer steady.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 89.7, vacuum 26.2.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with moderate NNE and NE by North breezes.

Steering per standard [compass] South by East.

Moderate Southerly swell, falling light by end of watch.

At 1.30pm passed American schooner "Fannie L. Child" heading North, and at 2.00pm exchanged colors with an American brigantine standing to Northward and Westward.

Steam 112.5 [pounds], revolutions 101.1.

At 1.15pm set jib.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Moderate breezes from NE.

At 5.20pm took in topsails and hauled down jib.

Passed a tramp steamer bound to Northward.

Steering course South by East under trysails, staysail and spanker, and steam in three boilers.

Average revolutions 102, steam 100 [pounds], vacuum 26.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with moderate NE breeze.

Barometer steady.

Under trysails, staysail and spanker and steam in three boilers.

Making course South by East.

Revolutions 100, steam 110 [pounds], vacuum 26.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with light rain in squalls from ENE and East by North.

Wind moderate to fresh.

Steam 104.9 [pounds], vacuum 26, revolutions 89.


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10 October 1891

At sea, making passage to St. Thomas, West Indies

Lat 34.00, Long -71.17


Midnight to 4am:

Raining throughout watch.

Breeze moderate to stiff from ENE to South by East.

At 2.15am took in all sail.

Steam 112.5 pounds, vacuum 26, revolutions 92.3.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy, rainy and squally, breaking away last hour.

Gentle to fresh South by East breeze.

Passed a steam about five miles distant heading to Northeastward.

Steam 107 [pounds], revolutions 91.7.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breezes from South by West.

Steering course South by East under steam alone, using three boilers.

Steam pressure 88.5 [pounds], vacuum 26, revolutions 82.6.

At 10.00am set deck clock ahead 30 minutes.

At noon changed course to South by E¼E.


Meridian to 4pm:

Generally cloudy, but pleasant.

Moderate South by West breeze.

At 1.05pm set staysail, fore and main trysails and spanker.

Steering course South by E¼E.

At 1.25pm changed course to SE by E¾E and set jib.

At end of watch under jib, staysail, fore and main trysails, spanker and steam.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 94.2, vacuum 26.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate SW wind.

At 4.10pm set gaff topsails.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 95.2, vacuum 25.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from SW.

At 6.40pm hauled down jib.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 92.7, vacuum 26.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with light passing shower third hour.

Gentle to moderate WSW breeze.

At 8.10pm took in topsails.

Steering South by E¼E per standard [compass].

Moon only occasionally visible.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 90.


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11 October 1891

At sea, making passage to St. Thomas, West Indies

Lat 30.43, Long -69.66


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, threatening rain second hour.

Moderate breezes from SW, hauling to South third hour and decreasing in force.

Under steam, both trysails, staysail and spanker till 2.30am, when wind hauled to South, furled all sail.

Steam pressure 100 [pounds], revolutions 89, vacuum 26.


4am to 8am:

Generally cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breeze from South.

Barometer rising.

Passed two barks standing to Northward and Westward.

Under steam, making course South by E¼E.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 79, vacuum 26.


8am to meridian:

Fair weather, warm.

Moderate wind from South.

At 9.30am had divisional inspection, and at 9.45am the Captain inspected the crew.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 92.2, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Moderate to gentle breeze from South.

Barometer steady.

Under steam, making course South by E¼E.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 93.4, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and fine.

Moderate breeze from South.

Steering South by E¼E per standard [compass].

Steam 94.7 [pounds], revolutions 82.1, vacuum 26 inches.

Considerable seaweed and a few flying fish.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from South by East.

Course South by E¼E.

Under steam in three boilers.

Steam 103 [pounds], revolutions 88, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Gentle breeze from South by East.

Occasional lightning to Southward and Westward.

Under steam, making course South by E¼E.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 91.5, vacuum 26 inches.


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12 October 1891

Making passage to St. Thomas, West Indies

Lat 26.97, Long -68.02


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, warm.

Moderate wind from SSE.

Moon set at 12.15am.

At 3.50am set staysail.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 94.2, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SE.

Making course under steam.

At 4.15am hauled down staysail.

Barometer steady.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 85.6, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear, with light SSE and SE by South breezes.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Stationed crew and then went to fire quarters, times as follows: ready: 1st Division 4 minutes 36 seconds; 2nd Division 5 minutes 6 seconds; 3rd Division 4 minutes 32 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 22 seconds; Marines 2 minutes 5 seconds.

Overhauled the battery.

Steering South by E¼E per standard [compass].

Steam 107 [pounds], revolutions 93.7, vacuum 26.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SE by South and SE.

Making course South by E¼E under steam in three boilers.

Steam pressure 99 pounds, revolutions 89.8, vacuum 26 inches.

Passed through several large patches of seaweed.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light ESE breeze.

At 5.40pm set staysail, and at 5.45pm made all sail.

At end of watch under steam and all sail, steering course South by E¼E.

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 91.1, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, moonlight.

Moderate wind from ESE.

Steam 97 [pounds], revolutions 91.1, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Gentle breeze from ESE.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 97.2, vacuum 26 inches.


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13 October 1891

At sea, making passage to St. Thomas, West Indies

Lat 23.19, Long -66.67


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, with bright starlight.

Moon set about 1.40am.

Gentle to stiff breeze from East, at rare intervals during third and fourth hours in light squalls accompanied by a sprinkle of rain.

Observed about a dozen brilliant meteors crossing SE sky.

Steering South by E¼E per standard [compass].

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 91.5, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breezes from East.

Course South by E¼E.

Under steam and all sail.

At 7.00am blew out joint of check valve of boiler D, hauled fires in that boiler and started fires in boiler A.

Steam pressure 91 pounds, revolutions 87.6, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from East.

Under steam and all sail, steering course South by E¼E by standard [compass].

Stopped condenser at 8.00am.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised 1st, 2nd and 3rd Divisions at great guns, and Powder Division at stations.

Steam 103 [pounds], revolutions 90.9, vacuum 26.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind from ESE.

At 1.30pm drilled gun and powder divisions.

Steam 95 [pounds], revolutions 93.8, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from ESE.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 99, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair, moonlight occasionally obscured.

Moderate breeze from East.

At 6.15pm took in gaff topsail.

Steering South by E¼E by standard [compass].

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 99, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Moderate to fresh breezes from ENE.

Under steam in four boilers, making course South by E¼E, under trysails, staysail and spanker.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 114.5, vacuum 25 inches.


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14 October 1891

At sea, making passage to St. Thomas, West Indies, and at anchor St. Thomas

Lat 18.97, Long -65.55


Midnight to 4am:

Generally cloudy, but pleasant, light showers at intervals during latter part.

Moderate East breeze.

Under steam, staysail, try sails and spanker.

Steering course South by E¼E.

Moon set about 2.40am.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 103.6, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Moderate wind from East by North to East by South.

Light squalls of rain at intervals.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 100.1, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm, with frequent rain squalls.

Moderate to stiff breeze from ESE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised gun divisions at great guns drill.

At 10.30am took in sail.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: H. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, leaving ship without permission and remaining absent 10 hours, 1 month's extra duty and money stopped 1 month; A. Nickerson, Quartermaster, total disregard of orders, 5 days' bread and water; P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker, drunk on duty, money stopped for 2 months.

At 9.30am changed course to SSE½E.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 105.7, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair to overcast.

Stiff to gentle breeze from East to South by East.

Barometer falling 29.91 to 29.84 inches.

Dirty squalls of mist and rain last three hours.

At 1.10pm sighted Culebra and Culebrita Islands 3 points on starboard bow, ship's head SE by South, per standard [compass], and at 2.30pm high land of St. Thomas on port bow.

At end of watch heading for Virgin Passage under conn of Navigator, steering SE by South first three hours, various courses last hour.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 106.4, vacuum 25.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, with occasional rain squalls.

Gentle to moderate breezes from SE by East and SE by South.

Standing in to St. Thomas harbor.

At 5.10pm hauled in patent log.

At 5.40pm came to anchor in 5 fathoms water, soft muddy bottom, and veered to 30 fathoms on port chain.

Banked fires in A and B boilers, and allowed fires to die out in C and D [boilers].

At 5.40pm fired a salute of 21 guns, Danish flag at fore, salute being returned by fort ashore.

Draft of ship 12 feet 6 inches forward, 15 feet 7 inches aft.

Bearings at anchorage: Havensight SE by E⅛E, Fredrick Point [Town in log-book] NE¼E, flagstaff Fort Christian N½E (magnetic).


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with occasional rain squalls.

Light breeze from SSE and SE.

Barometer rising.


8pm to midnight:

Wind blowing in fresh squalls accompanied by rain from ESE to South.

Barometer steady.


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15 October 1891

At anchor and moored to coal wharf, St. Thomas, West Indies

Lat 18.330, Long -64.935


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, rainy and squally.

Breezes gentle to very fresh from SE until last hour, when it moderated and became light during the lulls.

At 1.00am veered to 45 fathoms on port chain.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, with heavy rain squalls.

Gentle to stiff SE breeze.

At 6.10am got under way and went alongside coal wharf, let go starboard anchor in 5 fathoms water and veered to 37½ fathoms.

Made fast lines to wharf and ashore, and made preparations for coaling.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 108⅜ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 87 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Raining with occasional heavy squalls all watch.

Light to gentle breeze from SE.

At 10.15am commenced coaling ship using native labor.

At end of watch had received 156 tons.

At 11.00am French steamer came in from Westward


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and rainy.

Gentle SE breeze.

Barometer falling.

Received visit from United States Consul.

Coaling ship, having received in all 229 tons.


4pm to 6pm:

Clearing.

Moderate wind from South by East.

At 4.00pm hauled out clear of the dock, hove up starboard anchor and stood out into the harbor, and came to with starboard anchor.

The 15 fathoms shackle of starboard chain carrying away, losing starboard anchor and 15 fathoms of chain.

Let go port anchor in 4¾ fathoms water and veered to 30 fathoms on chain.

Allowed fires to die out under one boiler and banked fires under the other.

Boats made unsuccessful attempts to pick up lost chain by dragging.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and warm.

Breeze gentle to light from SSE.

Transported sheet anchor forward and secured it in place on starboard bill board.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy to overcast, with light scud from windward.

Light South by East breeze.

Between 8.00pm and 9.00pm large halo visible about moon, afterwards moon obscured.


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16 October 1891

At anchor St. Thomas harbor, West Indies

Lat 18.33, Long -64.93


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with light sprinkle of rain first hour.

Light breezes from SSW and South.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Generally cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs from ESE.

Barometer rising.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 108¾ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 87 pounds of fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather, warm.

Light SE wind.

Engaged cleaning ship.

The Captain paid an official visit to the Governor.

Employed men from ashore to drag for starboard anchor.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and unsettled.

Breeze gentle to light from SE to South.

At 1.00pm the aide to the Governor of the island paid an official visit to the ship.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, with light sprinkles of rain and passing showers.

Light airs from West, falling calm last hour.

Taking water from boat alongside and discharging ashes into lighter.


6pm to 8pm:

Partially clear and hot.

Calm.

Taking water from boats alongside into tanks and boilers.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and warm.

Calm to light airs from ENE.

Barometer steady.

Filling boilers with fresh water from water boats alongside.


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17 October 1891

At anchor St. Thomas, West Indies, and making passage to Bahia, Brazil

Lat 18.18, Long -64.73


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from East and East by North.

Finished taking in water, having received a total of gallons 13,000 for steaming purposes.

The Brazilian mail steamer put to sea at 12.30am.


4am to 8am:

Fair and warm.

Light airs from East by North and SE, calm last hour.

Received 87 pounds fresh bread and 108¾ pounds each of beef and vegetables.

Made preparations for getting under way.


8am to meridian:

Fair and hot.

Calms and light airs from South and ESE.

At 10.00am mustered at quarters, absent without leave: W.J. Kimball, Coal Heaver.

Native diver found anchor lost 15th of this month, and shot of chain, which made fast to starboard bower chain, and transported spare anchor aft.

Anchor when found was resting on crown and had not canted.

At 10.30am got under way, draft aft 15 feet 4 inches, forward 13 feet 10 inches, and stood out of harbor under conn of Navigator.

At noon took departure, Frenchman's Cay N51°W, highest part of Santa Cruz S11°W (both magnetic), patent log 47.2

Set course SE per standard [compass].


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and hot.

Calms to light airs from East by South.

At end of watch Santa Cruz still in sight on starboard quarter, the other islands having disappeared about 3.30pm.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 96.1, vacuum 26.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs to gentle breeze from East by South.

Barometer steady.

At 4.40pm lost sight of Santa Cruz bearing WNW, ship's head by standard [compass] SE.

At 5.20pm changed course to SE¼S, patent log 7.3.

At end of watch under steam, course SE¼S.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 94.1, vacuum 26.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Airs from East to SE.

Lightning to Southward and Westward.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 94.1, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light airs from SSE.

Bright moonlight.

Steam 92 [pounds], revolutions 91.7, vacuum 26 inches.


THE VOYAGES OF USS YORKTOWN
Operations off South America

JP map Yorktown South America 1891-1892

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18 October 1891

At sea, making passage to Bahia, Brazil

Lat 15.41, Long -61.83


Midnight to 4am:

Fine, cloudy, moon mostly obscured.

Steering per standard [compass] SE¼S.

Lightning to Southward and Westward at long intervals.

Steam 96 pounds, revolutions 94.9, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine, but warm weather.

Light airs from SSE and ESE.

Steering course SE¼S till 7.15am, when slowed engines and commenced swinging ship for deviation.

At end of watch about one half around.

Hauled in patent log at 7.15am reading 35.9.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 97.4, vacuum 26.


8am to meridian:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Light airs to breezes from SE by East and SE.

Swinging ship first hour.

At 9.10am put ship on course SE, went full speed ahead and put over patent log.

At 10.55am sighted Martinique right ahead.

Under steam on course SE.

Went to quarters at 9.30am, and Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew.

At 12.00pm high hill North part of Dominica bore ENE.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 86.9, vacuum 26 inches.

By order of Commanding Officer A. Nickerson, Quartermaster, was released from confinement and restored to duty.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from ESE to SE.

Sighted three sails.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 99.9, vacuum 26.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from ESE.

At 4.30pm changed course from SE½E to SE by East.

At 5.10pm changed from SE by East to ESE¼E.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 96.1, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair, with gentle ESE breeze.

Steering per standard [compass] ESE½E until 6.40pm, then SE¾E.

At end of watch Point Caravelle light bore WNW⅝W (magnetic).

Moon rose about 6.55pm.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 96.1, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Gentle breezes from SE by East, with a moderate squall second hour.

Course SE⅝E.

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 93.7, vacuum 26 inches.


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19 October 1891

At sea, making passage to Bahia, Brazil

Lat 13.35, Long -58.57


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light SE by East breeze.

About 2.00am passed a bark standing to Northward and Eastward.

Under steam course SE¾E.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 93.7, vacuum 26.5.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, moonlight.

Light breeze from SE by East.

At 7.25am made from masthead low land bearing SW½S.

Steam 103 [pounds], revolutions 95, vacuum 26.


8am to meridian:

Fair and warm.

Breeze light to gentle from SE by East.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, absentee W.H. Kimball, Coal Heaver.

Exercised gun divisions at gun drill.

Closed watertight doors at 10.11am: engine room port closed in 17 seconds; engine room starboard 15 seconds; berth deck 1 minute 7 seconds.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 90.8, vacuum 26.


Meridian to 4pm:

Gentle to moderate ESE breeze

Falling barometer, 30.08 to 29.99.

Exchanged colors with United States 3-masted schooner "Nelson Bartlett" of Thomaston standing to Northward.

At end of watch square rigged vessel in sight bearing South, hull down.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 94, vacuum 26.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breezes from ESE.

Steering course SE¾E under steam alone.

Revolutions 94.3, vacuum 26, steam 105 [pounds].


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate ESE breeze.

Lightning to Southward and Eastward.

Under steam on course SE¾E.

Barometer rising.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 94.3, vacuum 26.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, with moderate squalls of wind and rain.

Wind from East by North.

At 9.30pm set staysail, main trysail and spanker, took them in at 10.30pm, and set them again at 11.00pm, tried the search lights.

Steam 100 [pounds], revolutions 94.3, vacuum 26 inches.


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20 October 1891

At sea, making passage to Bahia, Brazil

Lat 11.19, Long -55.28


Midnight to 4am:

Threatening weather, with falling barometer and occasional rain until last hour, when sky cleared and barometer became steady.

Breeze stiff to moderate from East by South and ESE.

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 91.8, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fair, with moderate to gentle breeze from ESE to East by South, high dawn.

[Course] SE¾E per standard [compass].

Revolutions 99.4, steam 106 pounds, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm, with occasional squalls of wind and rain.

Gentle breezes from East by South and East.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected divisions at quarters, W.J. Kimball, Coal Heaver, absent without leave.

Exercised divisions at great guns, and Powder Division at stations.

Course SE¾E, under steam alone.

Revolutions 95.6, steam 98 pounds, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from Southward and Eastward.

Bent boat sails and engaged crew in cleaning out boats.

Rebent fore trysail.

At 12.25pm changed course to SE¼.

At end of watch under steam on course SE¼E.

Steam 91 pounds, revolutions 92.2, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Light SE Wind.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 98.3, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from ESE.

Steam 99 [pounds], revolutions 98.7, vacuum 26.


8pm to midnight:

Clear at beginning, clouding gradually.

Light SE by East airs.

Moon rose about 8.40pm, after which mostly obscured.

Course per standard [compass] SE¼E.

Steam 85 pounds, revolutions 90.8, vacuum 26 inches.


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21 October 1891

At sea, making passage to Bahia, Brazil

Lat 8.78, Long -51.97


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light airs and breezes from SSE and SE.

Course SE¼E, under steam alone.

Revolutions 91.4, steam 93 pounds, vacuum 26.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine, light SE breeze.

Barometer rising.

Under steam on course SE¼E.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 99, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Light SE wind.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 96.2, vacuum 26.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from SE by South.

Making course under steam.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 96.4, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair.

Light SSE breeze.

Moderate breeze from Southward and Eastward.

Course SE¼E per standard [compass].

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 99.7, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from SSE.

Course SE¼E, under steam alone.

Revolutions 99.7, steam 102 pounds, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs to gentle East breeze.

Barometer falling.

At 11.10pm set fore staysail, and at 11.20pm fore trysail and spanker.

At end of watch under steam, fore staysail and trysail and spanker.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 92.4, vacuum 26 inches.

At 8.00pm changed course to SE¼S.


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22 October 1891

At sea, making passage to Bahia, Brazil

Lat 6.37, Long -48.22


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Light wind from East.

Moonlight.

At 3.45am took in sail.

Shut down dynamo twice during watch, the flywheel becoming loose.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 95.8, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fair and warm.

Light breeze from SSE.

Barometer rising.

Making course under steam.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 99.3, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fair, with light breeze.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, then drill divisions.

Steering SE¼S per standard [compass].

By order of Commanding Officer placed under sentry's charge the released J. Gallagher, Coal Heaver.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 97.1, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and hot.

Light airs from SSE and South.

Instructed apprentices at signals.

Making course SE¼S under steam.

Revolutions 93, steam 90 pounds, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from Southward and Eastward.

Under steam, making course SE¼S.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 100, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light SE wind.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 100, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fair, clear and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze from SE and East by South.

At 8.10pm changed course to SE½S.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 96, vacuum 26 inches.


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23 October 1891

At sea, making passage to Bahia, Brazil

Lat 3.72, Long -44.64


Midnight to 4am:

Fair, with moonlight mostly obscured.

Light airs from East.

Steering SE½S per standard [compass].

At 3.15am set jib, trysail and spanker.

Steam 80 pounds, revolutions 87, vacuum 26.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Light breezes from East to East by South.

Took in all sail between 7.00am and 7.30am, the wind being variable in direction and hauling to Southward at intervals.

Course SE½S.

Under steam alone remainder of watch.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 96, vacuum 26.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from East.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised at general quarters.

Under steam on course SE½S.

The following punishments were awarded by order of Commanding Officer: J. Colwell, Apprentice, A. Olsen, Seaman, G.W. Huffington, Apprentice, and W. O'Connell, Apprentice, absent at muster of watch, two hours' extra duty each; T.L. Jones, Coal Heaver, not coming below to drill when word was passed, one week's extra duty; M. Sweeney, Private Marine, smoking out of hours, three days' extra duty; H.F. Laing, Apprentice, smoking out of hours, tobacco stopped for 1 month and two days' extra duty.

Steam 102 pounds, vacuum 26 inches, revolutions 96.7.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Light wind from East.

At 12.40pm set sails.

Took in main trysail for repairs and furled main topsail.

At 3.20pm took in and furled sail.

At 3.30pm commenced swinging ship for compass correction.

Hauled in patent log, reading forward 47 miles and aft 75.8.

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 92.2, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair, warm and pleasant.

Light breeze from East and SE.

Finished swinging ship at 5.10pm.

At 5.15pm let go port life buoy, stopped ship, lowered starboard life boat and sent it to pick up life buoy.

At 5.20pm let go port life buoy and lowered port life boat and sent it to pick up buoy.

Hoisted both life boats, replaced life buoys in position, and at 5.30pm went ahead on course SE½S.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 79.3, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear, with light SE airs.

Steering per stand SE½S.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 79.3, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from East by South.

At 9.00pm started distiller, having finished repairs.

At 8.20pm changed course to SE¾S, which made good remainder of watch.

At 9.00pm set staysail and carried it remainder of watch.

Revolutions 95.7, steam 94 pounds, vacuum 26 inches.


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24 October 1891

At sea, making passage to Bahia, Brazil

Lat 1.46, Long -42.05


Midnight to 4am:

Fine, moonlight night.

Light airs from ESE to breeze from East.

Under steam and staysail, course SE¾S.

Steam 83 pounds, revolutions 92.4, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Moderate East wind.

At 4.30am made sail.

Steam 87 pounds, revolutions 94.1, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fair, warm and pleasant.

Light breeze from East.

Aired bedding.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 91.1, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with light breeze from East to ESE.

Steering SE¾S per standard [compass].

Took in all sail.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 97.1, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from ESE.

Course SE¾S, under steam alone.

Revolutions 99, steam 95 pounds, vacuum 26 inches.

Sighted a bark at 4.30pm standing to the Northward.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Gentle ESE breeze.

Barometer rising.

Under steam, course SE¾S.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 99, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Fresh breeze from ESE.

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 96.4, vacuum 26 inches.


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25 October 1891

At sea, making passage to Bahia, Brazil

Lat -1.32, Long -39.17


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from ESE.

Making course under steam.

Hauled fires under starboard forward boiler and made steam in starboard after boiler.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 99.7, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fair, with moderate breeze from ESE and SE.

Steering SE¾S per standard [compass].

Revolutions 99.6, steam 100 pounds, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from SE.

At 9.30am inspected divisions at quarters, and at 9.35am Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew.

At 11.00am exchanged colors with an English bark bound to the Northward and Westward.

Course SE¾S, under steam.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 102.4, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle SE breeze.

Barometer falling.

At 12.15pm changed course to SE¼S.

About 1.30pm passed bark bound to Northward and Westward.

Started condensers at 2.30pm.

Steaming on course SE¼S.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 107.6, vacuum 26.


4pm to 6pm:

Pleasant weather.

Moderate wind from SE by East.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 101, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SE by East.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 101, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, bright starlight.

Gentle SE by East breeze.

Steering SE¼S per standard [compass].

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 98, vacuum 26 inches.


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26 October 1891

At sea, making passage to Bahia, Brazil

Lat -3.57, Long -35.78


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight.

Moon rose at 1.30am.

Moderate breezes from ESE.

Moderate sea.

Course SE¼S, under steam alone.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 105.7, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from ESE and SE by East.

Barometer rising.

Under [steam] on course SE¼S.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 99.3, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Moderate SE wind.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 99, vacuum 25.5.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and pleasant, with stiff to moderate breeze from SE.

Making course under steam.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 105.1, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair, with moderate SE breeze.

Steering per standard [compass] SE¼S.

A large flock of gulls ahead of ship during watch.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 97, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breezes from SE and SE by East.

Making course SE¼S under steam.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 97, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate SE breeze.

At 8.00pm changed course to South by standard [compass].

Under steam on course.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 99.8, vacuum 26 inches.


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27 October 1891

At sea, making passage to Bahia, Brazil

Lat -6.99, Long -34.42


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Fresh wind from SE by East.

Moon rose at 2.10am.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 103.6, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fair and warm.

Stiff to moderate breeze from SE by East.

At 7.00am set fore staysail, fore trysail and spanker.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 101.5, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fair, with moderate SE by East breeze.

Steering South per standard [compass] until 8.10am, when changed course to SW by South.

Sighted a bark on starboard bow, at end of watch bearing SW by West per standard [compass], distant 5 miles.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, then drilled at stations for abandoning ship.

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 101.3, vacuum 26.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to moderate breezes from East.

At 12.20pm sighted land on starboard bow, changed course from SW by South to South by W¼W.

At 1.50pm passed several patches of muddy water.

Under steam and all plain sail, except main trysail and topsail, at end of watch bending main trysail.

At 1.00pm exchanged colors with German bark standing to Southward and Eastward.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 103, vacuum 25 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate SE breeze.

At 4.40pm set main trysail and topsail.

At end of watch under steam and all sail.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 101.9.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Fresh SE wind.

At 7.40pm took in and furled topsails and jib.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 101.9, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from SE.

At 8.30pm changed course to SW by South.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 102.9, vacuum 26 inches.


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28 October 1891

At sea, making passage to Bahia, Brazil

Lat -11.39, Long -35.97


Midnight to 4am:

Fair, with light passing shower last hour.

Light breeze to light airs from ESE to ENE.

Moon rose about 3.00am, after which mostly obscured.

Sighted masthead and green lights of a steamer about 1.45am bearing West by South, last sight of same about half an hour later bearing about NW by West.

Steering SW by South per standard [compass].

Steam 102 [pounds], revolutions 102.4, vacuum 26.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from ENE.

Under steam and staysail, making course SW by South.

At 5.00am sighted bark standing to Southward and Eastward, at 6.00am a barkentine heading to Southward and Eastward.

Ship rolling moderately at times.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 103, vacuum 26.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from Northward and Eastward.

At 8.20am changed course to SW by W½W.

At 8.40am hauled down staysail.

Sighted steamer bound to Southward and Eastward.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and drilled divisions.

At end of watch under steam on course SW by W½W.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 101.2, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair weather.

Fresh breeze from NNW.

Reduced speed to 10 knots.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 93.8, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from NNE.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 88, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair, with gentle East breeze.

Steering SW by W½W per standard [compass].

Moderate following swell.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 80, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant till 10.00pm, when came on to blow from SSW in moderate to very fresh breeze with occasional heavy squalls of rain.

Under steam alone, course SW by W½W.

Barometer falling.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 88.3, vacuum 26 inches.


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29 October 1891

At sea, making passage to Bahia, and at anchor Bahia, Brazil

Lat -12.97, Long -38.52


Midnight to 4am:

Blowing a moderate gale from South and SSW with rain squalls at intervals.

Sea rough.

Barometer steady.

On course SW by W½W under steam.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 68.8, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Blowing a moderate gale in squalls from South to SSW, the squalls being accompanied by light rain.

Sea rough.

Weather clearing and wind and sea moderating at end of watch.

At 7.00am made the land along the starboard bow and beam.

At 5.00am brought ship to course SW by West.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 68.4, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, with moderate gale from South.

Barometer rising.

Standing in toward Bahia, Brazil.

At 8.25am changed course to West by North, at 9.15am to West, at 9.50am to West by South, at 10.00am to WSW, at 10.20am to SW by West, and at 10.45am to N½W.

At 11.25am came to with port anchor in 6 fathoms water off Bahia and veered to 30 fathoms chain.

Fired a salute of 21 guns, Brazilian flag at fore.

Health officer came on board and granted pratique.

Bearings at anchor (true): flagstaff Fort San Marillo [probably Fort San Marcelo] N52°E, lighthouse Monte Serrat Point N2°W, cathedral S73°E.

Draft of ship forward 12 feet 2 inches, aft 15 feet 7 inches.

Steam 107 [pounds], revolutions 82.9, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Stiff, falling to gentle breeze from SSW.

Sent an officer to call on United States Consul.

The Executive [Officer], on behalf of the Commanding Officer, paid an official visit to Commander of Seiner Majestät Schiff "Moltke".

Italian merchant steamer "Arno" came in and anchored.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Moderate SSW breeze.

Windward ebb current at 6.00pm 0.9 knot.

Exchanged colors with French steamer "Entre Rios", and with a Brazilian coastwise steamer, both passing out.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Gentle SSW breeze.

Barometer rising.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with occasional clear patches.

Wind fresh in squalls from SSW, accompanied by light showers of rain.

Swung to flood at 8.00pm.


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30 October 1891

At anchor off Bahia, Brazil

Lat -12.97, Long -38.52


Midnight to 4am:

Fair and pleasant, breeze generally light from SSW, becoming stiff in occasional squalls.

Began swinging to ebb at 2.30am.


4am to 8am:

Fair, with light to moderate SSW breezes, passing shower in rain squall second hour.

At 7.15am coal light came alongside.


8am to meridian:

Partially clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from SSW.

Commenced coaling ship using native labor at 8.40am, coal being brought alongside in lighter.

The Commanding Officer of the German man-of-war Seiner Majestät Schiff "Moltke" visited the ship.

The United States Consul paid a visit to the ship, and on his departure a salute of seven guns was fired, with the American Ensign at the fore.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light SSW breeze.

Coaling ship from lighter alongside with native help.

Received in Paymaster's Department 850 English sovereigns.

Received visit from Navigator of Seiner Majestät Schiff "Moltke".


4pm to 6pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light wind from SSW.

Coaling ship.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SSW.

Coaling ship.

Barometer steady.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, with bright starlight latter part.

Light SE breeze.

During first hour swung to flood.

At 9.10pm finished coaling, having received in all 283 tons in 12½ hours.

At 11.25pm a brilliant meteor crossed eastern sky.


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31 October 1891

At anchor Bahia, Brazil, and making passage to Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -12.97, Long -38.52


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Generally cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs from SE.

Barometer rising.

Taking in water from lighter alongside.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 107½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 86 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm, light sprinkling rain at noon.

Wind light from ESE shifting to SSW.

Engaged cleaning ship.

Received on board from water lighter 12,000 gallons fresh water for steaming purposes.

Swung to flood at 10.15am.

Started fires under the fourth boiler.

Made preparations for sea.

Received on board in Engineer's Department: 56 pounds oatmeal.

The Captain of the German man-of-war Seiner Majestät Schiff "Moltke", with a Lieutenant and six cadets, paid a visit of inspection to the ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from SSW to SE.

At 12.45pm weighed anchor and stood out of the harbor.

Draft forward 13 feet 5 inches, aft 16 feet 1 inch.

At 1.50pm San Antonio lighthouse bore N26°E (true) and buoy off San Antonio Bank N85°E (true), patent log reading 71.8.

At 1.40pm set course S¾W.

By order of Commanding Officer released James Gallagher, Coal Heaver, and temporarily restored him to duty until ship reaches port.

At 3.00pm set all sail.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 98.6, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear.

Gentle breeze from East by South.

Long rolling swell from SE.

Steering per standard [compass] S¾W.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 101.8, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from East by South.

Making course S¾W under steam in three boilers and all sail.

Land in sight on starboard beam at dusk.

Passed steamer bound to Northward.

Revolutions 101.8, steam 92 pounds, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Gentle East by South breeze.

Under steam and all sail.

At 8.15pm changed course to South (per standard compass).

Passed steamer bound to Northward.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 100.7, vacuum 26 inches.



LOGS FOR NOVEMBER 1891


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1 November 1891

At sea, making passage to Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -16.98, Long -38.23


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Light wind from East by South to NE.

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 95.9, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fair and pleasant.

Light breeze from East and ENE.

Steam 91 pounds, revolutions 95.4, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with light airs, varying in direction.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, marched to muster and read Articles for the Government of the Navy, then held general muster.

Several Mother Carey's [Cary in log-book] chickens following ship.

Steering South by W¾W per standard [compass].

Exchanged colors with French steamer bound North.

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 97.2, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs from East, hauling to South third hour.

At 1.45pm lighted fires in port forward boilers.

At 2.00pm passed a steamer heading to Northward, distant about 8 miles.

Making course South by W¾W, under steam alone.

Steam 87 pounds, revolutions 97.2, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs to breezes from Southward and Eastward.

Under steam on course South by W¾W.

At 5.30pm got cast of the lead in 18 fathoms.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 95.4, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, clearing.

Light freshening wind from SSE.

Commenced using steam from fourth boiler at 7.40pm.

At 7.50pm got a cast of the lead in 19 fathoms, bottom sand and shells.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 95.4, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Breeze light to gentle from South to SSE.

At 8.25pm got simultaneous casts of ordinary lead and Sir William Thomson's [Thompson in log-book] lead, the former gave 24 fathoms, the latter 20 fathoms, bottom sandy with shell.

At 8.40pm changed course to SSW½W.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 105.8, vacuum 26 inches.


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2 November 1891

At sea, making passage to Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -21.21, Long -39.60 [Latitude 20.21 in log-book]


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with light to gentle breeze from South.

First hour passed steamer on starboard hand bound North.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 101, vacuum 26.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breeze from South and SSE.

At 6.00am made all sail.

Steering course SSW½W.

At 6.00am steamer bound North passed to Westward, distant about seven miles.

Steam 101 [pounds], revolutions 103.8, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with light SE breeze.

Barometer steady.

Mustered at quarters at 9.30am, and engaged in overhauling and cleaning battery.

By order of Commanding Officer J. Brown, Landsman, and O. Olsen, Captain of Forecastle, confined on bread and water for five days, the former for abusing Captain of Afterguard and refusing to obey his order, and the latter for talking back when receiving orders from Officer of deck.

By same authority S.L. Lomax, Apprentice, F.S. Kirk, Apprentice, and P.S. Harris, Landsman, were given one week's extra duty each, for being absent at taking in sail.

Under steam and all sail on course SW½S.

At end of watch steamer in sight on starboard beam standing to Northward.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 105.3, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Light wind from East to SE.

At 3.10pm took in sails.

Passed through yellow patches, supposed to be whale food.

Sighted a square rigged ship to the Southward and Westward standing to the Southward.

At 12.30pm changed course to SW¼W.

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 101.6, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight.

Light breezes from ENE.

Passed an American bark going South.

Steam 88 pounds, revolutions 101.8, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear, bright starlight last hour.

Light breeze from East.

Long rolling swell from SE.

Steam 88 pounds, revolutions 101.8, vacuum 25 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight.

Light breezes from East to NE.

Course SW¼W under steam alone.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 102.7, vacuum 26.


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3 November 1891

At sea, making passage to Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -24.74, Long -42.86


Midnight to 4am:

Clear first hour, with gentle NE breeze, latter part overcast and cloudy, with moderate to stiff breeze from NE and North.

Barometer falling.

Under steam on course SW¼W.

Steam 85 pounds, revolutions 98.5, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Heavy threatening weather first part of watch, clear and pleasant latter part.

Fresh wind from NNW, moderating in force latter part of watch.

At 4.30am set trysails and staysail.

At 6.00am took in fore trysail, and at 7.45am set it and the topsails and jib.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 102.1, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm.

Gentle to light breeze from NNE and North.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised divisions per routine.

By order of Commanding Officer V.C. Barrett, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, was placed in confinement for 5 days on bread and water, for not obeying order of Officer of Deck.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 104.1, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with light breeze from North.

Steering per standard [compass] SW¼W.

Instructed apprentices and landsmen of watch.

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 98, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light breezes from North.

Steering course SW¼W under steam and all sail.

Barometer steady.

Steam 87 pounds, revolutions 101.5, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with lightning in Southward and Westward.

Gentle North breeze.

Under steam and all sail on course SW¼W.

Beginning to rain at end of watch.

Steam 85 pounds, revolutions 102.4, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

At 8.00pm changed course to SW.

Watch commenced with frequent flashes of lightning from SSW to WNW, the sky being heavy, with a star showing occasionally, quantities of soft clouds flying over, the wind light from NW force of three.

At 8.05pm took in the sails, and at 8.40pm set fore staysail, fore and main trysails, and spanker.

From 9.00pm to 10.00pm the lightning became incessant, illuminating the sky from South to NW in quick pulsations with frequent long jagged electric discharges, the wind holding steady.

After 10.00pm an increasing area of the heavens to the Southward and Westward was in constant illumination.

At 10.00pm heard distant thunder, and at intervals thereafter.

Barometer 29.76 and falling slowly.

At 10.30pm half of the heavens was in constant illumination with heavy tiers of nimbus clouds to windward, the wind being NW.

At 10.35pm observed through the nimbus clouds an arc of light 10° broad, oval shaped and perfectly illuminated.

Took all canvas off the ship and shut down the spar deck circuits of the dynamos.

At 10.40pm when the sails were in, but without their furling lines, a squall accompanied by heavy rain struck the ship from NW with hurricane force, the wind holding steady in direction, the sea smooth, the sky brilliant by incessant lightning and frequent and heavy thunder overhead.

The squalls seemed to be rotary and the ship entering it with the wind NW and leaving it with the wind at SW.

The ship heeled, but brought her head and kept her there, full speed kept up on the engines, the same being slowed by wind and helm from 105 to 60 turns.

The furling lines not having been put on the sails, the fore and main trysails and spanker blew out, and being whipped out, were cut away, most of the canvas being recovered.

At 11.00pm brought the ship on her course SW, the squall having passed.

The remainder of watch thunder and vivid lightning from NW via North to SE, and clearing to the Westward.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 106.9, vacuum 26 inches.


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4 November 1891

At sea, making passage to Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -27.63, Long -45.71


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with lightning and rain.

Breeze moderate from NW to WSW.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 97.1, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and squally.

Moderate breeze to gales from SE and SSE.

Steered SW per standard [compass] until 6.40am, then South.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 80.2, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with moderate to fresh breezes from SSE.

Moderately rough sea from SSE.

Steaming at half speed on course South.

Ship riding easily.

Barometer rising.

A few cape pigeons and an albatross following the ship.

Hauled in forward patent log at 10.00am.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 65.8, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with moderate to fresh SSE breeze.

Barometer rising.

Rain squalls at intervals.

Sea moderately rough.

Ship riding easily.

Under steam on course South.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 78.1, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clearing weather, masses of clouds passing over to the Northward with patches of blue sky.

Fresh wind from SSE.

Sea moderating.

At 4.45pm changed course to South by East.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 78, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clearing during watch.

Breeze stiff from SE.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 79.5, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fair, with gentle SE breeze.

Heavy rolling swell from SSE.

Moon set about 9.30pm, up to which time mostly obscured.

Steering South first hour, SSW rest of watch.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 80.7, vacuum 27 inches.


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5 November 1891

At sea, making passage to Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -30.88, Long -47.23


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool first part, clouding over latter part of watch.

Steering course SSW at speed 8 knots till 3.40am, when changed course to SW by South, and went ahead at best speed under three boilers.

Sea moderate.

Barometer steady.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 80.3, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light to gentle ESE to East breezes.

Under steam on course SW by South.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 103, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Weather cleared up finely.

Moderate wind from East.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

Drying out canvas.

Sea moderating.

Made a square rigged British ship standing to the Southward.

Exchanged colors and the following signals: from the British ship: L.D.N.M; B.G.L.K; B.N.M.G, W.D.F; B.Q.C. and B.W.R.; from this ship: G.R.T.C; B.P.C.T.; B.N.W.H.; V.W.L. and B.Q.R.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 106.1, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate to stiff breeze from ENE.

Barometer falling.

Unbent and stowed below jib and gaff topsails and their gear.

Sighted sailing vessel on starboard bow standing to Southward.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 98.8, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, with stiff ENE breeze.

Steering SW¼S per standard [compass].

Exchanged colors with Norwegian bark heading SW, and gave her the longitude as requested.

Albatrosses, gulls, chickens and pigeons about.

Steam 88 pounds, revolutions 98, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Moderate to stiff breeze from NE.

Bank of windy looking clouds passing over slowly from Westward.

Course SW¼S under steam alone, vessel rolling deeply at times to a moderate following sea.

Barometer unsteady.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 101, vacuum 25 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Moderate to stiff NE breeze.

Barometer steady.

Under steam on course SW¼S.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 101.5, vacuum 26 inches.


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6 November 1891

At sea, making passage to Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -34.09, Long -50.80


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with an occasional clear patch.

Strong NE wind and long sea, the ship running well, with a deep roll from time to time.

Steam 88 pounds, revolutions 98.7, vacuum 25 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, cool and damp.

Long swell from NE.

Stiff breeze from NE.

Steam 88 pounds, revolutions 97.3, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy.

Long following sea.

Moderate NE breeze.

Steering SW¼S per standard [compass].

At 9.30am inspected divisions, then exercised at general quarters, closing watertight doors and fire quarters.

Times general quarters ready: 1st Division 3 minutes 2 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 12 seconds; 3rd Division 3 minutes 41 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 48 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes 48 seconds.

Secure: 1st Division 3 minutes 19 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 27 seconds; 3rd Division 2 minutes 19 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 41 seconds; Engineer's Division 0 minutes 32 seconds.

Fire quarters: 1st Division ready in 4 minutes 8 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 1 seconds; 3rd Division 39 seconds; Powder Division no report; Engineer's Division 22 seconds; Navigator's Division 37 seconds.

Secure: 1st Division 6 minutes 2 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 59 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 6 seconds; Navigator's Division 23 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes 41 seconds; Engineer's Division 22 seconds.

Closed watertight doors at 9 hours 58 minutes 1 second: port engine room 19 seconds; starboard engine room 18 seconds; berth deck 27 seconds.

Commander assigned punishments at the mast as follows: C. Phillips, Landsman, lazy and neglectful of his duties and disrespectful; to toe seam mid-watch for ten nights under charge of Officer of Deck; C.J. Johnson, Apprentice, careless steering; monthly money stopped for one month, and to stand watch in pilot house for one week.

Numerous chickens, gulls and pigeons about ship.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 98, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from NE.

At 12.30pm changed course from SW¼S to WSW, making good latter course, under steam alone, remainder of watch.

Ground swell with confused sea caused ship to roll deeply at times, deepest roll being about 25° each way.

Instructed apprentices in signals and compass, and landsmen in compass.

Barometer falling.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 95, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Barometer steady.

Gentle to light ESE breeze.

Under steam on course WSW.

Steam 86 pounds, revolutions 97.1, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light wind from ESE.

Steam 91 pounds, revolutions 99.1, vacuum 25 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Breeze gentle to light from South.

At 9.20pm got cast of lead in 29 fathoms water, sandy bottom.

Steam 89 pounds, revolutions 95.4, vacuum 26 inches.


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7 November 1891

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor off Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -35.01, Long -55.97


Midnight to 4am:

Fair to cloudy.

Light breeze from East.

Steering per standard [compass] WSW.

At 2.00am sighted from aloft Cape Santa Maria light about 3 points on starboard bow, at end of watch bore ¼ point forward of starboard beam, distant about 13 miles.

Several steamers' lights sighted second hour, standing to Northward and Eastward.

At 12.10am stopped to sound, 27 fathoms by deep sea lead, 27½ fathoms by Thomson's [sounding machine, Thompson in log-book], mud bottom, patent log 89.8.

At 2.25am stopped to sound, deep sea lead line parted, owing to dry rot of line, lost 50 pound lead, by Thomson's [Thompson in log-book] got 43 fathoms, bottom fine sand and mud.

Water highly phosphorescent.

Passed through many shoals of small fish.

Steam 88 pounds, revolutions 98, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with occasional rain until last hour, when clearing.

Light breezes from SE.

At 6.00am, mist lifting slightly, showed Maldonado Point broad off starboard bow.

At 6.30am, mist again lifting, showed Lobos Island one point on port bow.

Steering course WSW till 6.30am, when changed course to SW by W¾W.

At 8.00am Lobos Island bore S65°E, Punta del Este N15°W (both true).

At 7.00am signal station on Maldonado Point made [signal] international B.P.W., answered by V.J.D..

Passed Spanish man-of-war lying in Maldonado Bay.

At 6.15am got sounding in 15 fathoms with Thomson's [Thompson in log-book] machine, sandy bottom.

Steam 86 pounds, revolutions 96.7, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast but pleasant.

Light SE breeze.

Under steam on course W½S and WSW½W.

At 10.50am Flores Island light in sight one point on port bow, changed course to WSW½W.

Signal from lighthouse "Do you want a pilot", answered "No" (international code).

By order of Commanding Officer released from confinement J. Brown, Landsman, and O. Olsen, Captain of Forecastle, their terms of confinement having expired.

Overhauled both chains and chain lockers.

At noon Flores Island light bore N27°E (true), distant 4 miles.

Exchanged colors with an English steamer (Holt Line) standing to the Southward.

At end of watch Flores Island on starboard quarter, Punta Brava on starboard bow.

Steam 84 pounds, revolutions 97.1, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, clearing latter part of watch.

Moderate wind from SE.

Ship's draft forward 12 feet 3 inches, aft 15 feet 9 inches.

Stood in for anchorage, and at 1.00pm called all hands bring ship to anchor.

At 1.15pm came to with starboard anchor in 3½ fathoms water, veering to 30 fathoms chain.

Saluted the Uruguayan flag with 21 guns, which was returned from the fort.

The captains of H.B.M.S. "Cleopatra" and the Brazilian ship "Parnahyba" ["Parahiba" in log-book] sent officers with offers of civilities.

The Captain paid official visits to H.B.M.S. "Cleopatra" and the Brazilian ship "Parnahyba" ["Parahiba" in log-book].

Sent an officer to call on the United States Consul.

The Health Officer came on board and granted pratique.

Hauled fires under three boilers, leaving fires under one for condensing.

Bearings at anchorage: El Cerro lighthouse N50°, and chimney in Phillimore Cove S48°E (both true).


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate ESE breeze.

Barometer steady.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, cool.

Sky clearing.

Moderate breeze in puffs from East to SE.


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8 November 1891

At anchor off Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -34.90, Long -56.22


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with gentle to stiff breeze from ESE.

Drizzling last hour.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, with drizzling rain.

Gentle ESE breeze, shifting to ENE.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 107½ pounds beef and vegetables each; and 86 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, with drizzling rain first half of watch, raining hard last half.

Light wind from East by North, freshening and last half blowing a moderate gale from SE.

The Captains of the Brazilian man-of-war "Parnahyba" ["Paranhyba" in log-book] and H.B.M.S. "Cleopatra" paid official visits to the ship.

An officer from the Argentine gunboat "Bnicra" [?] paid a visit with the usual offer of civilities.

Sent shaft of dynamo engine on shore as a model for a new one.

By order of Captain released V.C. Barrett, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, from confinement, and remitted 20 hours of the confinement of J. Gallagher, Coal Heaver.


Meridian to 4pm:

Moderate gale from ESE to East.

Overcast, squally and unsettled.

At 1.30pm began to drag.

Let go port anchor and veered to 45 fathoms both chains.

Got sheet anchor on starboard bow, shackled 15 fathoms of sheet chain, and got inner end of this length of sheet chain ready to shackle to 45 fathoms shackle of starboard bower chain.

Started fires under boiler A.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, squally, with wind from ESE moderating in force.

Sea falling.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and damp, drizzling last hour.

Breeze fresh first hour, becoming gradually gentle towards close of watch.

Stopped distiller to repair pump.


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9 November 1891

At anchor off Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -34.90, Long -56.22


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with gentle ESE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Light wind from SE by East to ESE.

Got steam and made engines ready, and at 6.00 got under way, heaving up both anchors and stood further in.

At 6.40am came to with port anchor in 3 fathoms water, veering to 30 fathoms chain.

Bearings at anchorage: Rat Island [Ratte Island in log-book] N41°W, El Cerro N70°W.

Hauled fires under one boiler.

Making preparations for coaling.

Two coal lighters came alongside.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 107½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 86 pounds bread.

P. Joyce, First-class Fireman, had his hands ironed behind his back and was placed under charge of sentry for safe keeping.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SE.

Coaling ship.

The Commanding Officer paid an official visit on board the Uruguayan gunboat anchored in the harbor.

At 10.30am another Uruguayan gunboat came in and anchored.

Received 40 tons 915 pounds coal.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with light SE breeze.

Continued coaling.

The Commanding Officer paid an official visit to the American Minister to Uruguay and Paraguay.

The English gunboat H.M.S. "Basilisk" came in and anchored.

Sent an officer with tender of civilities.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from South and SE.

Coaling ship, received during day 147 tons 471 pounds.

An English gunboat came in at sunset and anchored.

Lightning to Southward and Westward at close of watch.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, star and moonlight, sheet lightning to Southward and Westward, heavy dew.

Light ESE breeze.


Rat Island is also known as Isla de la Libertad.


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10 November 1891

At anchor off Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -34.90, Long -56.22


Midnight to 4am:

Bright starlight, hidden second hour by fog.

Light airs and breezes from NW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs from North until last hour, when it came out gentle from SSW.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 86 pounds bread; and 107½ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables.

Received 63 tons 1115 pounds of coal, making 210 tons in all.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy first half, fair later.

Gentle to light breeze from South.

Finished coaling at 10.30am, having taken in all 252 tons in 10¼ hours.

Received visits of officers from H.M.S. "Beagle" and H.M.S. "Basilisk", and Uruguayan gunboat "[General] Rivera".


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs and breezes from South and SSE.

At 12.15pm H.M.S. "Beagle" stood out to Northward.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, moonlight and starlight latter part.

Light airs from SSE to East.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, bright moonlight first part, a light haze passing over from SW and banking up.

Light breezes from East by North and ENE.

Mail steamer came in and anchored.


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11 November 1891

At anchor off Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -34.90, Long -56.22


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, cool.

Gentle NE to NW breeze.


4am to 8am:

Fair, high dawn.

Light breeze from NNW.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 107½ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 86 pounds of soft bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light NW breeze, shifting to South.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions as follows: 1st [Division] small arms; 2nd [Division] boat drill; 3rd [Division] great guns; Powder [Division] stations.

Crew engaged in painting and cleaning ship.

Received official visit from Captain of H.M.S. "Basilisk".

Received in Paymaster's Department: 3000 Pounds Sterling.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: F.S. Kirk, Apprentice, E.J. Colwell, Apprentice, leaving station without permission while coaling ship, 1 week's extra duty each; J.B. Langford, Landsman, refusing to obey orders of Corporal of Guard, 5 days' bread and water; same under influence of liquor and abusive to Corporal of Guard, money and liberty stopped for 2 months; J. Byrne, Coal Heaver, liquor in possession, placed under sentry's charge; J. Lloyd, Seaman under influence of liquor and using threatening language to Master-at-Arms, placed under sentry's charge to await further orders.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Light breeze from South to SE.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

Engaged painting ship inside and outside.

Received on board 2000 gallons fresh water for drinking.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from Southward and Eastward.

Painting ship.

Received on board 5500 gallons fresh water for boilers.

Received in Engineer's Department: 100 gallons cylinder oil; and 408 gallons olive oil.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, moonlight.

Fresh breeze from East.

Hauled fires under one boiler.


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12 November 1891

At anchor off Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -34.90, Long -56.22


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from the NE.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Gentle to moderate breezes from Northward and Eastward.

Taking in fresh water for boilers from lighter alongside.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 107½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 86 pounds fresh bread.

At 7.00am made an unsuccessful attempt to swing ship with the aid of tug, the wind being too strong, the tug was not able to swing the ship.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Light wind from North by East.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, the following men absent over time: W.J. Ferver, Captain of Forecastle, J.L. Carlton, Private Marine, P. Bruck, Private Marine, J.T. Ashton, Water Tender, G.W. Keys, Machinist, W. McGlynn, Machinist, J. Lydon, Machinist, H. Flynn, Coal Heaver, F.H. Rushman, First-class Fireman, J. Toole, First-class Fireman, A. Diedrichs, Landsman, and J. Grave, Landsman.

W.C. Carson and T. Bagley, Landsman, returned from liberty drunk and disorderly and were placed in cells for safe keeping.

J.B. Langford, Landsman, who was in confinement, was released to give place for another prisoner.

Drilled the divisions.

The United States Minister, accompanied by the United States Consul and the Vice Consul, paid an official visit on board, when they left the ship a salute of 15 guns was fired, with the American flag at the fore.

The Captain paid an official visit to H.B.M.S. "Basilisk".

Received 3000 gallons fresh water on board for steaming purposes.

Started fires under another boiler.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and warm.

Breezes light to gentle from SE.

H. Flynn, Coal Heaver, returned on board 6 hours over time.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light wind from East, the sky clouding over about sundown.

The remainder of the punishment of C. Phillips, Landsman, was remitted by order of the Captain.

W.J. Ferver, Captain of Forecastle, was brought off from the hospital, having been injured in an affray on shore.

H.B.M.S. "Basilisk" got under way at 5.30pm and went up the river.

The Spanish gunboat "[Cristobal] Colon" came in from Maldonado.

Sent an officer on board with offer of civilities.

The visit was immediately returned by an officer from the Spanish gunboat.

W.H. Carson, Gunner's Mate, was placed in double irons in a cell for safe keeping.

T. Bagley, Landsman, was released from the cell, but his irons were kept on and he was kept under sentry's charge.

Received on board in Engineer's Department: 380 pounds oatmeal.

In Paymaster's Department: 1101 pounds sugar; 800 pounds ground coffee; 40 pounds tea; 42 gallons beans; 290 pounds ham; 720 pounds canned meat; 161 pounds tomatoes; 288 pounds vegetables; 264 pounds pickles; 91 pounds butter; 80 pounds dried fruit.

In Equipment Department: 212 pounds 3-inch manila rope; 174 pounds 2¾-inch manila rope; 352 pounds 2-inch manila rope.

And in Construction Department: 1 gross 3½-inch brass screws; 1 gross 4-inch brass screws; and 33 gaff hoops, 11 inch.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from East to NNE.


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13 November 1891

At anchor off Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -34.90, Long -56.22


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Light North breeze.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Light wind from North.

The American brig "Rennie" ["Renie" in log-book] was towed out.

Liberty party returned save eight men.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 98¼ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 79 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather, cloudy.

Light wind from SSE.

At 9.30am inspected divisions at quarters and exercised as per routine.

Absentees: J.L. Carlton, Private Marine, P. Bruck, Private Marine, G.W. Keys, Machinist, W. McGlynn, Machinist, J. Lydon, Machinist, F.H. Rushman, First-class Fireman, J. Toole, First-class Fireman, J. Grave, Landsman, A. Diederichs, Landsman, S. Simmons, Ordinary Seaman, J. Wright, Ordinary Seaman, J. Saunders, Landsman, F. Moens, Ship's Cook, J. Sullivan, Seaman, M. McGinley, First-class Fireman, E. Donaldson, First-class Fireman, W. Hughes, First-class Fireman, P. Mahoney, Seaman, and F. Caldwell, Landsman.

Received in Equipment Department: 1 main trysail and spanker; 97 feet ash; 79 feet oak; and 5 pounds camphor.

F.H. Rushman, First-class Fireman, returned on board 4 hours over time.

By order of Commanding Officer. W.C. Carson, Gunner's Mate, was released from sentry's charge, and J. Bagley, Landsman, was released from confinement and placed under sentry's charge to await trial by Court Martial.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle SE breeze.

Sent liberty party ashore at 1.00pm.

Bent new main trysail.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 3 barrels salt pork; and 3 tierces salt beef.


4pm to 8pm:

Weather overcast, with light winds from SE by East to East.

Received in Equipment Department: 1 sail; 2 bolts canvas (71 yards).

J. Wright, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board 11 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Generally cloudy.

Gentle to moderate breeze from East and ENE, blowing in squalls.

By order of Commanding Officer released J.B. Langford, Landsman, from confinement and placed him under sentry's charge, and confined P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker, for being under the influence of liquor.

E. Donaldson, First-class Fireman, returned on board 14 hours over time.


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14 November 1891

At anchor off Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -34.90, Long -56.22


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Wind from ENE, falling light.

Lightning to the Northward and Westward last hour.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy first part, clearing latter.

Light airs from East and East by North. Received in Paymaster's Department 92½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each and 74 pounds bread.

J. Toole, First-class Fireman, S. Simmons, Ordinary Seaman, and M. McGinley returned on board, the former 48 and the two latter 24 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light breeze from SE and SSE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, the following men were absent over time: W. McGlynn, Machinist, G.W. Keys, Machinist, J. Lydon, Machinist, J. Grave, Landsman, A. Diedrichs, Landsman, J. Saunders, Landsman, W. Hughes, First-class Fireman, D. Donovan, Chief Boatswain's Mate, J. Cosgrove, Seaman, J.P. Mullen, Ship's Corporal, M.J. Lynch, Gunner's Mate, J. Ahearn, First-class Fireman, M. Tierney, Second-class Fireman, J. Reagan, Coal Heaver, J.V. Kane, Coal Heaver, M. Marshall, Coal Heaver, E. Brennan, Boiler Maker, J.T. Caldwell, Landsman, T. Rush, Coal Heaver, P. Bruck, Private Marine, and J.L. Carlton, Private Marine.

R. Williams, Seaman, returned aboard two hours over time.

Bent new fore trysail, and engaged in cutting and fitting gear for new sails.

A Chilean man-of-war came in and anchored.

Received on board new crack shaft for dynamo.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, with rain last half of watch.

Wind from South by East and South, moderate in force.

Bent jib and gaff topsails.

P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker, being found to be under the influence of liquor, was placed under sentry's charge for safe keeping.

By order of Commanding Officer released from confinement the following men: D. Bagley, Landsman, M. McGinley, Second-class Fireman, P. Mahoney, Landsman, C. Curley, Landsman, and W. O'Connell, Seaman Apprentice Second-class.

An officer paid a visit of courtesy to the Chilean gunboat "Pilcomayo", which visit was returned by an officer from that ship.

An officer from the Brazilian gunboat came to request our participation in dressing ship tomorrow on the occasion of the anniversary of the independence of Brazil.

Sent an officer on shore to bring off stragglers.

Enlisted as Landsmen for the cruise Charles Anderson and Ernest Hedberg.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with rain first hour.

Received on board 4500 gallons fresh water water.

The following men were brought on board, having been arrested ashore as over time: J. Cosgrove, Seaman, J. Saunders, Landsman, J. Reagan, Coal Heaver, E. Brennan, Boiler Maker, T. Rush, Coal Heaver, J.L. Carlton, Private Marine, and P. Bruck, Private Marine.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with light drizzle first two hours.

Wind fresh from South and increasing in force.

Sea becoming heavy.

Veered to 45 fathoms on port chain.

Moonlight.


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15 November 1891

At anchor off Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -34.90, Long -56.22


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, squally, threatening and cloudy.

Light wind from SW by South.

At 2.00am started fires on all boilers.


4am to 8am:

Generally cloudy, with stiff to fresh SSW breeze.

Moderately rough sea.

H.M.S. "Basilisk" came in and anchored in the harbor.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 87½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 70 pounds fresh bread.

Made preparations for sea.

At daylight dressed ship, masthead fashion, Brazilian flag at main.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Strong wind from SSW and South by West, moderating in force.

Too much sea for boating.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, the following men absent over time: W. McGlynn, Machinist, J.M. Lydon, Machinist, G.W. Keys, Machinist, W. Hughes, First-class Fireman, M. Tierney, Second-class Fireman, J.L. Caldwell, Landsman, J. Grave, Landsman, A. Diedrichs, Landsman, J.P. Mullen, Ship's Corporal, M. Marshall, Coal Heaver, and J.V. Kane, Coal Heaver.

Dropped starboard anchor underfoot.

By order of Captain released J. Saunders, Landsman, from confinement.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and squally.

Breeze moderate to fresh from SSW.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Fresh wind from SSW.

J.E. Kane, Coal Heaver, and J.T. Caldwell, Coal Heaver, were brought on board by consular authority, having been arrested on shore by the police.

U.S.S. "Essex" came in, and at 6.20pm anchored to the Southward of this ship.

At 5.30pm U.S.S. "Essex" made cornet 44, which was answered and this ship made cornet 236.

At 6.00pm U.S.S. "Essex" made [signal] interrogatory 1211, which was answered and made 904.

At 6.20pm U.S.S. "Essex" made [signal] interrogatory 4557, which was answered and made 904.

Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Essex" paid official visit on board.

At sundown the Brazilian gunboat got under way and went out under tow.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from SSW.

Lunar eclipse ceased at 10.15pm.


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16 November 1891

At anchor Montevideo, Uruguay, and at sea, making passage to Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -35.59, Long -55.45


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudless sky, bright moon and starlight.

Gentle to moderate SSW to SW breezes.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from South to SW.

At 4.20am called all hands up anchor.

Hove up port anchor and stood out under conn of Navigator.

U.S.S. "Essex" signaled telegraphic: 7220, 7054.

Answered and made [signal] 9271.

Ship's draft forward 14 feet 0 inches, aft 16 feet 5 inches.

At 6.45am set course SE by E½E.

At 6.51am took departure, Flores Island bearing N28°W and El Cerro N74°W, both true, patent log 75.

The Brazilian gunboat "Parnahyba" ["Paranhyba" in log-book] followed out, but was soon left hull down.

By order of Captain released P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker, from confinement to attend to his duties.

The following repairs were recommenced to be made at Montevideo, but were not completed for want of time: the examination of the interior of all pistons; the examination of condenser tubes; the calking of after butt strap of C boiler; the renewal of the joint on boiler flange of bottom blow pipe; and the scaling of B boiler.


8am to meridian:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from SSW and SW.

At 8.30am set topsails.

At 9.00am called all hands and furled sails.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and overhauled gun gear.

V.C. Barrett, Apprentice, reported expiration of term of enlistment.

By order of Commanding Officer released J. Langford, Landsman, from confinement, his term having expired, and released J.C. Joyce, Coal Heaver, from confinement and made him prisoner at large.

At 9.10am changed course to S½E.

Following men absent without leave: W. McGlynn, Machinist, M. Lydon, Machinist, G.W. Keys, Machinist, W. Hughes, First-class Fireman, M. Tierney, Second-class Fireman, M. Marshall, Coal Heaver, J. Grave, Landsman, A. Diedrichs, Landsman, and J.P. Mullen, Ship's Corporal.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 110, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, with moderate SW and WSW breezes.

Steering S½E per standard [compass].

Barometer falling 29.92 to 29.86 inches.

Long rolling swell from SSE.

At 1.00pm set all sail.

Instructed landsmen and apprentices of watch.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 107.9, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from West.

Barometer falling.

Long swell.

Under steam on course S½E.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 108, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from West.

Fine sunset.

At 6.45pm took in and furled sails.

At 6.53pm changed course to S½W.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 105, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle WNW breeze.

Steering course S½W until 8.20pm, when changed to South by W½W.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 104, vacuum 26 inches.


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17 November 1891

At sea, making passage to Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -39.83, Long -56.90


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, with bright star and moonlight first and last hours, cloudy and moon mostly obscured rest of watch, lightning in western horizon first half.

Gentle to moderate SW breeze.

Steering per standard [compass] South by W½W.

Long SE swell.

High dawn.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 112.7, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cool.

Moderate SW breeze, freshening last two hours.

Started condenser at 5.00am.

Under steam alone on course South by W½W.

Steam 103.7 pounds, revolutions 110.6, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind from SW by South to South by East.

An occasional long swell from the Southward and Eastward.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker, was placed under charge of sentry to await trial for being drunk on duty.

By order of Captain released J. Lloyd, Seaman, from charge of sentry and he was made a prisoner at large.

The Captain assigned the following punishments: C. Phillips, Landsman, 1 week mid-watch, for emptying water from a dirty foot tub into a wash basin; J. Brown, Landsman, 1 week's extra duty, for being late and untidy at Sunday inspection; and R. Spindler, Ordinary Seaman, and F.W. Davis, Landsman, extra duty until clothes are cleaned, for having dirty clothes at Sunday inspection.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 114.1, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light breeze from SSE and East.

At 1.30pm the water became whitish in appearance and remained so during remainder of watch.

At 1.45pm got cast of lead using Sir William Thomson's [Thompson in log-book] apparatus, in 56 fathoms water, bottom fine sand with black specks.

At 12.30pm changed course to SSW.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 118, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear, with light NW airs.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 116, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light NW airs.

Under steam alone, course SSW.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 116, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, heavy dew, light clouds working over from Westward.

Moon rose at 9.40pm.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 114.5, vacuum 26 inches.


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18 November 1891

At sea, making passage to Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -43.60, Long -60.28


Midnight to 4am:

Fair first three hours, cloudy last hour.

Light airs to light breeze from NW.

Moon and starlight at times obscured.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 114.5, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with dense fog from time to time first two hours.

Light NW breeze.

High dawn.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 112.4, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Gentle SW breeze.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and drilled divisions as follows: 1st, 2nd and Marines at small arms; 3rd Division instruction; Powder Division setting up drill.

By order of Commanding Officer A. McNickle, Ordinary Seaman, was placed in confinement on bread and water for five days, for interfering with Captain of Afterguard in the exercise of his authority.

Under steam on course SSW.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 101.1, vacuum 25 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from WSW to West.

Saw a number of whales.

At 3.45pm made all sail.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 113, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear.

Moderate WNW to NW breeze.

A number of whales in sight to windward second hour.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 115.9, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear, with moderate NW breeze.

Took in mizzen topsail.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 115.9, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Moderate to fresh NW breeze.

Barometer falling.

At 10.00pm took in fore and mizzen gaff topsails, the rest of watch under steam, fore and main trysail, spanker, staysail and jib.

Course SSW.

Moon rose about 11.05pm.

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 110.9, vacuum 26 inches.


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19 November 1891

At sea, making passage to Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -47.47, Long -64.03


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Fresh wind from West by South, backing into SW and freshening.

Falling barometer.

Sea increasing.

At 1.45am took in and furled the sails.

At daybreak heavy bank of clouds extending from SW to SE.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 112, vacuum 26.5.


4am to 8am:

Clear first hour, becoming gradually overcast.

Breeze moderate to stiff from WSW and SW by West.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 106.1, vacuum 26.5.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy first half, fair latter half.

Moderate SW breeze.

Steering S¾W per standard [compass].

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, then drilled divisions and guard.

Overhauling recoil cylinder of starboard 6-pounder [gun].

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 108, vacuum 26.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from Southward and Westward, shifting to West last hour.

Barometer rising.

Instructed apprentices and landsmen of watch in compass.

Exchanged color salute with an English steamer standing to the Northward.

Under steam.

At 12.30pm changed course to South by West.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 109.3, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from West.

At 4.05pm set all sails.

Steam 86 pounds, revolutions 105.3, vacuum 26.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from WSW.

At 6.50pm took in sail.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 107.5, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fair, with moderate breeze, falling to light airs from SSW.

At 9.45pm a brilliant meteor crossed eastern sky.

Steering S½W per standard [compass] from 8.15pm to 8.45pm, rest of watch South by West.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 106.4, vacuum 26.5.


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20 November 1891

At sea, making passage to Valparaiso, and at anchor off Cape Virgins, Magellan Straits

Lat -51.47, Long -67.18


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool.

Light SW to SSW breeze.

Moon rose about 12.10am.

Under steam, making course South by West.

Long swell from SW.

Ship pitching heavily at times.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 108.6, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, with light wind from SW and WSW.

Long swell at beginning of watch becoming less.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 107.6, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from West.

At 9.30am exercised at general quarters.

1st Division ready 3 minutes 12 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 2 seconds; 3rd Division 3 minutes 4 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 0 minutes 57 seconds; Powder [Division] 3 minutes 51 seconds.

Secured at 9.51am: 1st Division secured in 2 minutes 33 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 9 seconds; 3rd [Division] 57 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 59 seconds; Powder [Division] 9 minutes 19 seconds.

By order of Commanding Officer W.A. Wooley, Landsman, was given the following punishment, that is to stand six mid-watches with hammock on shoulder, for having hammock adrift on deck not lashed up.

Set all sail at 10.30am.

Steam 87 pounds, revolutions 105.3, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with gentle breeze from West.

At 3.00pm made land near Cape Virgins from 2 to 4 points on starboard bow.

At 3.25pm passed into light colored water.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 119.8, vacuum 25 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and cool.

Gentle breezes from West.

At 4.45pm steering engine got out of order and shifted to hand wheel.

Standing in for Straits of Magellan, at end of watch Cape Virgins abaft the beam and standing in for anchorage.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 110.9, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

At 6.10pm called all hands bring ship to anchor, and at 6.35pm came to with port chain in 9 fathoms water, veering to 60 fathoms chain.

Bearings at anchorage: Cape Virgins NE½N, beacon on Dungeness [Point] ESE, both magnetic.

Draft of ship forward 12 feet 11 inches, aft 16 feet.

Banked fires.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, cold.

Strong NW wind.

Tide running flood, ship riding athwart wind and tide until latter part of watch.

Hauled fires under one boiler to plug a tube.


Cape Virgins is also known as Cabo Virgenes.


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21 November 1891

At anchor Dungeness Point, and making passage to Valparaiso, and at anchor Sandy Point, Magellan Straits

Lat -52.70, Long -70.42


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool.

Squally first half, with fresh breeze from NW, gradually falling to gentle latter half.

Plugged tube in boiler A and started fires under it.

At 3.00am spread fires under boilers B, C and D.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with light breeze to light airs from WNW.

At 4.30am got under way, steam in three boilers, and stood through Magellan Strait toward first Narrows.

At end of watch Direction Hill beacon ahead and about to change course to enter Narrows.

Connected fourth boiler.

Navigator conning.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 108.1, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool.

Light to moderate breeze till last hour, when blowing in stiff breezes from SW by West.

Standing through Magellan Straits under conn of Navigator.

Passed through First Narrows and at end of watch halfway through Second Narrows, Cone Hill bearing abeam.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: J. Gallagher, Coal Heaver, and J. Reagan, Coal Heaver, not cleaning stations, money and liberty stopped for 1 month each; H. Wilson, Sailmaker's Mate, refusing to obey orders of Master-at-Arms, money and liberty stopped for 3 months.

Under steam in four boilers.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 111.7, vacuum 24 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Stiff to fresh SW breeze.

Standing in for Sandy Point under conn of Navigator.

At 3.20pm called all hands bring ship to anchor, and at 3.40pm let go port anchor in 7½ fathoms water, veering to 45 fathoms.

Received official visit from Captain of the Port.

Draft forward 12 feet 3 inches, aft 15 feet 11 inches.

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 114.8, vacuum 26 inches.

Bearings at anchorage: buoy on wreck of H.M.S. "Doterel" South by E⅞E, beacon on Sandy Point N⅞E, flagstaff NW by W¾W (all magnetic).


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather, clear.

Strong wind in squalls from SW.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Moderate to gentle breeze.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, with bright starlight.

Light breeze from SW to West.

Barometer rising 29.86 to 29.90.


Cone Hill is also known as Cerro Cono.

Sandy Point is also known as Punta Arenas.


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22 November 1891

At anchor Sandy Point, Magellan Straits, and making passage to, and at anchor Sholl Bay, Smyth's Straits entrance

Lat -53.55, Long -72.56


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from NNE, hauling to South by East last hour.

At 3.20am called all hands and got under way.

At end of watch standing down for Froward Reach [Forward Reach in log-book] under conn of Navigator.

Using steam in three boilers.

At 4.00am put over patent log reading 93.5.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine.

Light South breeze, shifting to NW last hour.

Standing through Magellan Straits under conn of Navigator.

Steam 118.7 pounds, revolutions 120.7, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cold.

Light airs and calms.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

At 10.45am the steering gear jammed.

Stopped the ship, and at 10.50am went ahead on course.

The patent log was snapped off while the ship was going ahead at full speed at 10.55am, when it showed 75.4.

Put over a new patent log at 11.06am, reading 74.6.

At noon Beware Island bore abeam.

Passed several glaciers and all mountain tops were covered with snow.

Passed a canoe with five natives.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 116.5, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, cool and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from West and NW.

Standing through Straits of Magellan.

At 1.45pm port patent log read 6.2, starboard read 77.5, the eastern end of Shelter Island bearing abeam.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 116.7, vacuum 25 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light NW breeze.

Stood up Sea Reach in charge of Navigator.

At end of watch nearing an anchorage in Sholl Bay.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 112, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs and breezes from NW and North.

At 6.15pm came to in 11 fathoms, hard bottom, veering to 45 fathoms on starboard chain.

Bearings at anchorage: rocky islets NE⅞E, flat rocks S⅛W, both magnetic.

Sounded around ship, shallowest water to Westward, soundings from 7½ to 12 fathoms.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cool.

Light NNE airs first hour, shifting to breezes from Northward and Westward, light to moderate blowing in squalls, accompanied by rain.


Sholl Bay is also known as Bahia Sholl.

Smyth's Straits is also known as Canal Smyth.

Froward Reach is also known as Paso Froward.

Beware Island is also known as Islote Beware.

Shelter Island is also known as Islote Shelter.

Sea Reach is also known as Paso del Mar.


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23 November 1891

At anchor Sholl Bay, standing through Smyth's Channel, and at anchor Port Charrua Bay

Lat -51.36, Long -74.08


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with heavy squalls of wind accompanied by light rain during first half of watch.

Wind from West by South to WNW.

At 1.00am spread fires, and got steam ready at 1.30am.

At 1.00am veered to 60 fathoms.

Last half of watch wind moderated and died out.

At 3.30am called all hands up anchor.

Hove up starboard anchor, and at 3.50am stood out under conn of Navigator.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from NW.

Standing up Smyth's Channel.

At 4.16am put over both patent logs, starboard reading 26.3 and port reading 55.1.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 114.6, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with moderate NNW and NW breezes.

Standing for and through Sarmiento Channel, conn of Navigator.

At end of watch Themis Inlet on port beam.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, then stationed boat's crews for "Arm and Away".

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 120, vacuum 25 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially cloudy and cool.

Moderate breezes from NW and WNW.

Standing up through Sarmiento Channel, under steam in four boilers, under conn of Navigator.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 114.4, vacuum 25 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and cool.

Standing into Concepcion Channel under conn of Navigator.

Moderate Northward and Westward breeze.

About 4.30pm passed a canoe with natives.

At end of watch Canning Island on starboard bow.

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 114.4, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Moderate NW breeze.

Smooth sea.

Standing through inside channel, and at 7.40pm stood in for Charrua anchorage.

Called all hand bring ship to anchor.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 114, vacuum 25 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light airs from NW.

At 8.15pm came to with port anchor in Port Charrua Bay, and veered to 30 fathoms chain.


Port Charrua is also known as Puerto Charrua.

Sarmiento Channel is also known as Estrecho Sarmiento.

Themis Inlet is also known as Abra Themis.

Canning Island is also known as Isla Canning.


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24 November 1891

At anchor Port Charrua Bay, and standing through Smyth's Channel, and out of Gulf of Peñas

Lat -48.57, Long -74.42


Midnight to 4am:

Calm first three hours while in harbor.

Stiff NE by North breeze outside.

Clear until last hour, then cloudy.

At 2.50am called watch up anchor, got under way and backed out of harbor.

At end of watch standing to Eastward through Brassey Pass, under conn of Navigator.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with drizzling rain second part.

Fresh breeze from NE by North.

Standing up through Wide Channel and Icy Reach, and at end of watch passing through Indian Reach.

Under steam.

Steam 121 pounds, revolutions 122.8, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cold.

Fresh NW breeze.

Standing through Indian Reach and English Narrows under conn of Navigator.

At end of watch North end of Thornton Peninsula bore West and Middle Island on starboard bow.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 120.9, vacuum 25 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather.

Fresh NW wind.

Smooth sea.

Standing through inside channels, and at 4.00pm abreast middle of Zealous Island in middle of channel.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 116.7, vacuum 25 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and squally.

Stiff to fresh breeze from NW.

At 4.30pm set course NNW½W.

At 5.05pm Ayanteon Island [probably a misspelled Ayautau Island] bore North by E¾E and right side entrance to Messier Straits SE by South (both magnetic), patent log reading 8.0.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 104, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with fresh North by West breeze.

Steering WNW¼W per standard [compass].

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 92.2, vacuum 25 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Partially clear and cool.

Fresh breezes from North by West, increasing in force and coming in squalls last two hour.

Land off starboard bow, lost sight of shortly after 8.00pm.

Making 100 revolutions of engines till 10.45pm, when slowed to 80 revolutions.

At 11.00pm the two patent logs were discovered to be foul and were hauled in to clear them.

Barometer falling.

At 8.30pm changed course from WNW¼W to W¾N, which steered remainder of watch.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 91.9, vacuum 26 inches.


Gulf of Peñas is also known as Golfo de Peñas.

Brassey Pass is also known as Paso Brassey.

Wide Channel is also known as Canal Wide.

Icy Reach is also known as Canal Icy.

Indian Reach is also known as Paso del Indio.

English Narrows is also known as Angostura Inglesa.

Middle Island is also known as Isla Middle.

Zealous Island is also known as Isla Zealous.

Ayautau Island is also known as Isla Ayautau.


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25 November 1891

At sea, making passage to Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -46.35, Long -76.65


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cold.

Fresh gales from NW, coming in squalls accompanied by rain.

On course W¾N.

At 2.30am started to let fires die out on one boiler.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 75.8, vacuum 26.5.


4am to 8am:

Overcast.

Wind blowing a fresh gale in squalls, accompanied by driving rain.

At 7.00am wind moderated and at 7.15am fell calm, and then came out lightly from WSW, freshening to force of five at end of watch.

Sea heavy and confused, a very old sea coming from West to WNW.

At 5.10am changed course to NNW.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 59.4, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and squally.

Breeze moderate to fresh from West and WNW.

At 8.15am changed course to NW.

At 8.20am set fore and main trysails.

At 9.55am took in fore and main trysails.

Sea heavy from WSW with lighter cross swell from NW.

Barometer rising.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 62.7, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with moderate West breeze.

Long, heavy sea on port bow.

Maximum roll 28° to starboard.

Height of waves, maximum trough to crest, 24 feet.

Steering NW per standard [compass].

Barometer rising 29.75 to 29.84.

Large number of albatrosses and pigeons about ship.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 91.6, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and cool, occasional passing squalls at times.

Moderate breezes from West.

Sea moderating.

At 4.00pm changed course to NNW.

Under steam in three boilers.

At 4.30pm set mainsail, and at 6.00pm all lower sails.

Steam 85 pounds, revolutions 91.5, vacuum 25.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Under steam and all lower sail on course NNW.

Moderate WNW breeze.

Barometer rising.

Steam 84 pounds, revolutions 100, vacuum 25.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant, clearing weather.

Moderate wind from West.

At 8.20pm changed course to North by W½W.

Steam 72 pounds, revolutions 88.1, vacuum 26 inches.


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26 November 1891

At sea, making passage to Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -42.84, Long -76.51


Midnight to 4am:

Fair and squally.

Breeze light to stiff from WNW.

At 1.00am took in trysails and jib.

Steam 82 pounds, revolutions 72.9, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy.

Moderate WNW and NW breezes.

Steering North by W½W per standard [compass].

Took in staysail.

Steam 80 pounds, revolutions 77.4, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy first, clearing latter part of watch.

Moderate to stiff breezes coming in squalls from NW and West by North.

At 10.30am allowed fires to die out in A boiler, and at 11.30am disconnected it.

Remainder of watch under steam in two boilers, making good North by W½W.

At 11.30am set mainsail, and at 12.00pm remainder of fore and aft sail, except topsails.

Moderate sea from WNW.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: C.A. Barnes, Apprentice, returning library book torn and pages missing; C.J. Johnson, Apprentice, not accounting for library book, neither to have books for one month; J. Deaver, Private Marine, calling Corporal Green a liar and not obeying his orders during a row, ten days' extra duty, two hours on and two hours off during the day, regular post at night, and monthly money stopped for two months.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 82.4, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Stiff West by North breeze.

Under steam in two boilers and all sail, except trysails, on course North by W½W.

Steam 82 pounds, revolutions 72.3, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Wind light from West by North.

Steam 87 pounds, revolutions 60.7, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Breeze light to gentle from West by North.

Steam 86 pounds, revolutions 67, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with light breeze to light airs from West by North to WNW.

Moderate swell.

Steering North by W½W per standard [compass].

At 8.30pm took in topsails and jib, and at 10.30pm rest of sail.

Steam 80 pounds, revolutions 61.2, vacuum 26 inches.


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27 November 1891

At sea, making passage to Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -39.97, Long -75.99


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with rain squalls first hour and slight drizzle latter part of watch.

Light to gentle breezes from NW.

Under steam in two boilers, course North by W½W.

Moderately smooth sea with occasional long swell from NW.

Ship rolling occasionally.

Steam 82 pounds, revolutions 58.2, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, with drizzling rain.

Gentle NW breeze.

Under steam on course North by W½W.

Steam 82 pounds, revolutions 68, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate breeze from NW.

At 9.30am went to fire quarters and called all hands abandon ship.

Times as follows: fire quarters at 9.30.11am: 1st Division ready 6 minutes 3 seconds; 2nd 2 minutes 58 seconds; 3rd 1 minute 2 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 29 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 0 minutes 56 seconds; Marines 1 minute 9 seconds.

Secured at 10.15.03am: 1st Division 3 minutes 51 seconds; 2nd 4 minutes 34 seconds; 3rd 1 minute 17 seconds; Powder [Division] 2 minutes 18 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 8 minutes 19 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 0 minutes 27 seconds.

During the interim of divisions reporting and time of securing got up provisions and made ready to "abandon ship.

Total time of exercises 53 minutes 11 seconds.

Steam 84 pounds, revolutions 68.1, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cool and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze from NW and North by West.

At 1.46pm sounded signal to close watertight doors, closed doors in berth deck in 1 minute 1 seconds, in starboard engine room 32 seconds and in port engine room in 31 seconds.

Steam 84 pounds, revolutions 65.5, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, with moderate North by West breeze.

Steering North by W½W per standard [compass].

Steam 79 pounds, revolutions 64, vacuum 28 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Moderate to stiff breezes from NNW.

Moderate sea with occasional cross swell from Westward.

Ship rolling moderately at times.

Course North by W½W, under steam.

Steam 81 pounds, revolutions 69, vacuum 28 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with drizzling rain first hour.

Stiff NNW breeze.

Barometer falling.

Under steam.

At 8.00pm changed course to North by E¾E.

Steam 88 pounds, revolutions 70.4, vacuum 26 inches.


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28 November 1891

At sea, making passage to Valparaiso, Chile, and at anchor off Lota, Chile

Lat -37.80, Long -74.37


Midnight to 4am:

Blowing a moderate gale from NNW in heavy squalls, accompanied by a fine driving rain, moderating latter part of watch.

Ship holding her course and making good weather of it.

Steam 82 pounds, revolutions 69.6, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, squally and raining.

Breeze stiff to fresh from NNW.

Steam 83 pounds, revolutions 70.2, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, with moderate to stiff NNW breeze.

Steering North by E¾E per standard [compass].

Light drizzling rain at intervals.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: J.A. Wooley, Landsman, stowing hammock in pantry, two weeks' mid-watch with hammock on shoulder; O'Donnell, Private Marine, coat in lucky bag, two days' extra duty; E. Donaldson, First-class Fireman, not changing clothes after coming from fireroom, quarantined one month; same, neglect of duty, money stopped for 3 months.

Steam 82 pounds, revolutions 71.1, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy.

Stiff breezes, moderating latter part of watch.

At 12.15pm changed course to NNE½E, and at 3.30pm changed again to NNE, which course steered to end of watch.

At 2.30pm sighted land all along starboard bow.

Steam 87 pounds, revolutions 81.4, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle NNE breeze.

At 4.20pm changed course to North (per compass).

At 5.20pm sighted Santa Maria Island on starboard bow.

At end of watch Santa Maria [Island] on starboard bow and land all along starboard beam.

Sail in sight on port bow.

Steam 87 pounds, revolutions 84.7, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate North wind.

At 6.30pm changed course to North by E½E, at 7.15pm to North by East, when patent log read 4.6, and at 7.50pm to NE, when patent log read 10.0.

At sundown lighthouse sighted and continued in sight to end of watch.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 89, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, cool and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from NE.

At 8.12pm changed course to ENE, patent log 14, at 8.30pm to SE by E¾E, patent log 16.4, at 8.53pm to SE½E, patent log 19.8, and at 9.05pm to SE, patent log 28.7.

At 11.00pm anchored off Lota in 7½ fathoms water, veering to 45 fathoms chain.

At 10.15pm hauled in patent log reading 30.9.

Bearings at anchorage: Lota light NNW½W, Santa Maria Island light W⅜N, both magnetic.

Steam 84 pounds, revolutions 76.8, vacuum 25 inches.


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29 November 1891

At anchor Lota, Chile, and making passage to Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -37.00, Long -73.23


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with gentle breezes from North and NNW, light rain last hour.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy.

Light airs and breezes from North.

At 5.30am Health Officer came on board and granted pratique.

At 6.45am a coal lighter came alongside, and at 7.30am a second lighter came alongside.

Coaling from lighter each side, shoveling the coal aboard.

About 15 tons on board at 8 o'clock.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and rainy.

Light NNE breeze.

Barometer steady.

Coaling ship from lighters alongside.

Started fires in 3rd boilers at 10.00am.

Received visit from Captain of Port.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast.

Wind light from NNE, shifting to North and freshening after pulling out from under the land.

Finished taking in coal.

Received on board in Equipment Department: 72 tons of bituminous coal.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 105 pounds fresh beef and vegetables each.

At 2.35pm called all hand up anchor.

Hove up port anchor and stood out of harbor.

At 2.43pm took departure, Lota lighthouse bearing E¾S (magnetic), distant one half mile.

At same time put over patent log showing 31 and set course NW½N (per compass).

Ship's draft forward 13 feet, aft 15 feet 3 inches.

By order of Captain released from confinement P. Joyce, First-class Fireman, and J.B. Langford, Landsman, also P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker, who was made a prisoner at large and to take his meals under charge of sentry when in port.

By order of the Captain placed A. Garren, Seaman, and W. Burnett, Seaman, in the cell for safe keeping, they having returned drunk when away on duty in whaleboat.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 109.6, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, cool and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from North.

At 4.27pm [changed course] to North by W½W (per compass), Cullinto Point bearing East by North (magnetic), the patent log reading 50.2.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 108.7, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with light NNE breeze.

Steering North by W½W per standard [compass].

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 108.5, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight.

Cloudy, cool and damp, foggy at times.

Light breezes from North and North by East.

At 8.20pm changed course from North by W½W to N½W.

Under steam in three boilers.

Observed very marked phosphorescent appearance of water in patches and in long streaks.

Stopped engines on account of striking resemblance to a sandy beach presented by first streaks observed.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 105.1, vacuum 26 inches.


Cullinto Point is also known as Punta Cullinto.


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30 November 1891

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.40, Long -72.26


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light NNE airs.

Under steam, course N½W.

Heavy dew.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 103.4, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Calm.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 103.4, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fair, warm and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from NE by East and East.

At 8.08am changed course to NNE¾E.

Making course under steam.

Steam 85.2 [pounds], revolutions 101.8, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with light SSW airs.

About 1.00pm made out Angeles Point right ahead, after which under conn of Navigator changing course as necessary.

At 1.55pm stopped engines owing to a report from Chief Engineer that the tubes of boilers were completely choked and that the ship could not proceed until the tubes had been swept.

At 3.05pm again started ahead, the engines having been reported once more ready.

At end of watch heading for Valparaiso harbor entrance.

Made preparations for port.

Steam 81 pounds, revolutions 97, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light airs and breezes from South to SE.

Standing in to Valparaiso harbor under conn of Navigator, coming to anchor at 5.00pm in 33 fathoms water, mud bottom, and veered to 75 fathoms on port chain.

At 4.30pm exchanged numbers with U.S.S. "Baltimore", then made [signal] interrogatory 1211, answered "yes".

At 5.00pm made telegraphic 7123, 9409, 4060, 3076 and 8126.

At 5.00pm fired national salute, Chilean flag at fore, then a salute of 13 guns, German flag at fore, latter being returned by 7 guns from German flagship.

At 6.00pm hauled fires in obedience to signal.

At 6.30pm made [signal] interrogatory 5040, answered by "yes" from U.S.S. "Baltimore".

Commanding Officer of this vessel paid an official visit to flagship.

Commanding officer of the Chilean flagship "Almirante Cochrane" ["Admirante Cochrane" in log-book] paid an official visit to this vessel.

Pratique granted by Health Officer.

At 5.20pm steam in three boilers.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 101.2, vacuum 28 inches.

Bearings at anchorage: lighthouse N66°W, western dry dock S30°W, Gruesa Point N87°E (all true).


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light SE airs.

Barometer falling.


Angeles Point is also known as Punta Angeles.

Gruesa Point is also known as Punta Gruesa and Punta Condell.



LOGS FOR DECEMBER 1891


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1 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, cool.

Airs from SE.

Slack water high at 3.10am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from NW to North.

At 7.30am U.S.S. "Baltimore" made uniform and time signal geographic 6117.

Swinging to wind at end of watch.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light airs from Northward and Westward.

At 8.00am the salute of this ship was returned from the saluting battery on shore with 21 guns.

Commanding Officer returned official visits to Seiner Majestät Schiff "Leipzig", the Chilean cruiser "[Almirante] Cochrane" and a French man-of-war, "Champlain".

Sent an officer to return the visit of the Captain of the Port.

The French man-of-war "Duchaffault" ["Duchaffaut" in log-book] left the port.

Received visit from the United States Consul.

Engaged in cleaning ship outside.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: A. Garrin, Seaman, and W. Burnett, Seaman, getting tight while on duty in the whaleboat, monthly money stopped for one month; A. Garrin, Seaman, allowing men to get drunk on duty, monthly money stopped for one month; F.S. Kirk, Apprentice, and C.J. Hyde, Apprentice, missing muster, 2 days' extra duty each; T. Jones, Coal Heaver, hammock in lucky bag, 6 hours' extra duty.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Wind in moderate puffs from SSW.

When United States Consul left the ship a salute of seven guns was fired, with the American flag at the fore.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze to airs from Southward and Eastward.

Painting ship outside.

Sent visiting party to U.S.S. "Baltimore".


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Airs from North.


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2 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Calm throughout watch.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Westerly airs.

Barometer rising.

By order of Commanding Officer H. Lang, Apprentice, was confined in double irons, for striking eight bells without orders at wrong time.

U.S.S. "Baltimore" made dress and time signal geographic 6187.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light wind from West to SW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

Overhauling the battery.

At 8.45am made signal interrogatory 5455, U.S.S. "Baltimore" answered in the affirmative.

The Captains of the Chilean ironclad "Almirante Cochrane" ["Admirante Cochrane" in log-book], and the German ships Seiner Majestät Schiff "Leipzig" and Seiner Majestät Schiff "Sophie", and the French ship "Champlain" paid official visits on board.

The Captain paid official visits to the following Chilean ships: "Esmeralda", "Huascar", "[Almirante] Lynch" and "Condell".

The American barque "Onaway" ["Onway" in log-book] of Portland put to sea.

The Captain assigned the following punishments for the offenses stated: G. Coulter, Apprentice, J. Fisk, Apprentice, carelessness aloft, one day's extra duty each; M. Condon, Oiler, E. Kielgast, Oiler, M. White, First-class Fireman, T. Larkins, First-class Fireman, not answering at muster at turn to, monthly money stopped for one month in each case; H.F. Laing, Second-class Apprentice, gross carelessness, 3 days' double irons in brig.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from SW.

The Commanding Officer paid official visits to the Intendente, the Comandante general, and the Commanding Officers of the German warships Seiner Majestät Schiff "Sophie" and Seiner Majestät Schiff "Alexandrine" ["Alexandrina" in log-book].

At 3.55pm the Chilean Flagship "[Almirante] Cochrane" fired a salute of 17 guns, Bolivian flag at the fore.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from East, shifting into NW.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Enlisted for the cruise of this ship James W. Cahill as Landsman.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Calm, with occasional light airs from NE.


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3 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudless sky, bright starlight.

Light airs from North first half, calm latter half.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather until end of watch, when fog rolled in with the North wind.

At 7.30am U.S.S. "Baltimore" made time and dress signal.


8am to meridian:

Foggy and warm.

Light airs from North and ESE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Exercised 1st, 3rd and Navigator's Divisions and Marine Guard at infantry, 2nd Division at great guns, and Powder Division at setting up drill.

The Commanding Officers of the Chilean ships "Esmeralda", "[Almirante] Lynch" and "Condell", and the German ship Seiner Majestät Schiff "Alexandrine" ["Alexandrina" in log-book] paid official visits to this ship.

The Chilean steamer "Puno" came into the harbor and anchored.

By order of Commanding Officer released D. Bagley, Landsman, and E. Hannis, Ordinary Seaman, from confinement and made them prisoners at large.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and hazy, with light airs from North.

Received official visit of Commanding Officer of Chilean war ship "Huascar".

Cleaning and painting.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cool and pleasant.

Light airs from WNW to SW.

The Engineer's force engaged in examining pistons of low-pressure cylinders, overhauling starboard after main feed pump, cleaning tubes and connections, and renewing check valve joint of boiler D, painting coal bunkers and repairing fire tools.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light SW airs.

Closed watertight doors at 8 hours 27 minutes 57 seconds.

Berth deck closed in 47 seconds, starboard engine room 1 minute 8 seconds, port engine room 1 minute 8 seconds.

Rung fire bell and got streams of water over side for exercise.

Times: fire quarters at 10 hours 9 minutes 29 seconds: 1st Division ready 2 minutes 19 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 6 seconds; 3rd Division 2 minutes 12 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 2 minutes 3 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 48 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 21 seconds; Marines 4 minutes 19 seconds.

Secured at 11 hours 8 minutes 52 seconds, times: 1st Division 4 minutes 9 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 47 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 19 seconds; Powder Division 4 minutes 11 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 51 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 21 seconds.


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4 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs from West, hauling to South last hour.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty.

Light airs from NW and NE.

The French gunboat "Pourvoyeur" came in and anchored.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, with light SE airs.

Exercised at general quarters without powder at 9 hours 31 minutes 40 seconds, cast loose and provide times: 1st Division 3 minutes 47 seconds; 2nd Division 6 minutes 13 seconds; 3rd Division 4 minutes 2 seconds; Powder Division 6 minutes 7 seconds; Navigator's Division 3 minutes 9 seconds.

Secured at 9 hours 52 minutes 31 seconds: 1st Division 3 minutes 58 seconds; 2nd Division 4 minutes 41 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 36 seconds; Powder Division 4 minutes 38 seconds; Navigator's Division 57 seconds.

A french gunboat came in and anchored.

Chilean steamer "Copiapo" moored astern of us.

English bark "Downe" [?] passed out.

The Comandante general and aid returned Captain's official visit of 2nd instant.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light airs from North by East.

Commanding Officers of German Corvette Seiner Majestät Schiff "Sophie" and French corvette "Duchaffault" paid official visits on board.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with light SE airs.

Work in Engineer's department: finished cleaning tubes and connections of boiler D; began cleaning boiler C; put on follower plate and closed starboard low-pressure cylinder; put on follower plate and replaced springs of port low-pressure cylinder; overhauling main feed pump starboard side, after fireroom, and taking up lost motion starboard independent pumps; painting coal bunkers; and repairing fire tools; and striking cylinder oil below.

At 5.00pm had evening quarters.

Overhauled forward hand pump (2nd Division) and got water.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool, calm.


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5 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, cool and damp.

Calm to light NE airs.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy.

Calms and light NE airs.

Mail steamer "Aconcagua" came in and anchored.

Ship "Stamboul", Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, left dry dock.

German cruiser Seiner Majestät Schiff "Sophie" entered dock.

Chilean steamer "Anna" and British steamer "Puchoco" came in.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs from NW.

Chilean steamer "Amazona" came in.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: W.P. Munger, Apprentice, not cleaning brightwork, 1 day's extra duty; W. Cuff, Jack of the Dust, same; C. Muller, Ordinary Seaman, not cleaning station, 1 day's extra duty; J. Langford, Landsman, C. Lutonacker, Seaman, gross carelessness, 1 week's extra duty each; J. Brown, Landsman, C. Barnes, Third-class Apprentice, failing to strike eight bells after having been stationed, 2 days' extra duty each; W. O'Connell, Seaman Apprentice First-class, drunk on duty, 10 days' double irons; same leaving boat while ashore on duty, 10 days' double irons.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light breezes from WNW.

An English barque came in, and anchored, from the Southward.

A mail steamer went out bound South.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light westerly breezes.

Received official visit from officers of Chilean torpedo boat "Condell".

English barque "Ares" was towed into the harbor and moored.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, damp and cool.

Light SE airs.

Barometer falling.


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6 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from SE.

Occasional lightning to the Northward and Eastward.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm.

At 7.30am U.S.S. "Baltimore" made uniform and time signal geographic 1211.

Two British and a Chilean barque were towed out of harbor.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light SW breeze.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and had inspection of ship and crew by Commanding Officer.

Read Articles for Government of Navy.

Commanding Officer paid official visit to Commanding Officer of French man of war "Pourvoyeur".

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded at the mast: J. O'Connor, Ordinary Seaman, insolent to Master-at-Arms and slow in obeying his orders, 10 days' double [irons] confinement; E. Donaldson, First-class Fireman, and J. Gallagher, Coal Heaver, not answering at muster, morning watch, one week's double irons under sentry's charge, from immediately after supper till turn to in the morning watch, to be turned over to the engine room by the Master-at-Arms.

German barque "Minna" of Hamburg entered the harbor and anchored.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, hot.

Moderate wind from South.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle to light South breeze.

English ships "Duntrune" of Dundee and the "British Empire", and a Chilean barque came in and anchored.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Calms and light airs.

Lightning to the Eastward.


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7 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool, bright starlight.

Light airs from ESE.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, warm.

Light SSE and ENE airs.

At 7.25am U.S.S. "Baltimore" made dress signal geographic 6187.

English ships "Pizarro" and "Stanmore" came in and anchored.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather, warm.

Light breeze from ENE and NW by North.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

An officer from the Intendente came on board to announce the visit of the Intendente tomorrow.

The Captain of the German Cruiser Seiner Majestät Schiff "Leipzig" paid a visit on board.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: C. Barnes, Third-class Apprentice, no knife lanyard at Sunday inspection; D. Bagley, Landsman, buttons off trousers at Sunday inspection; V.C. Barrett, Ordinary Seaman, non-regulation cap at Sunday inspection; and J. Wright, Ordinary Seaman, clothes not brushed at Sunday inspection; extra duty until they are reported in uniform and clothing in order by their Division Officer.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and warm.

Light breeze from NNW and NW.

Transferred to U.S.S. "Baltimore": 2000 pounds saluting powder; 1000 cork wads; and 1000 primers for Hotchkiss ammunition.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Airs from NW to West.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Fair and cool.

Light breeze and airs from South by West.

During the day the Engineer's force were engaged in overhauling crank pin brasses and independent pump aft, scaling boiler D, cleaning fire side of boiler C, overhauling starboard after feed pump and the valve of boiler D, and in painting the coal bunkers.


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8 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Calms and airs from NNW and NW.


4am to 8am:

Overcast by clouds.

Airs from North.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and damp.

Light airs and breeze from NNW.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishment was awarded: E. Stevens, Landsman, no watch mark, extra duty until watch marks are on clothes.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Exercised 1st and 3rd Divisions at great guns, 2nd Division at bayonet exercise, Powder [Division] at stations, Navigator's Division at great guns and Marine Guard at infantry, the divisional exercises being all preceded by the setting up drill, except Powder Division.

At 11.00am the Intendente paid an official visit to this ship and on his departure was saluted with 15 guns, Chilean flag at the fore.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with NNW airs.

A Board of Survey, of which Lieutenant W.P. Conway was senior member, held a survey on articles in the Navigation and Engineering Departments.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and pleasant.

Calm first half, afterwards light air from West and NW.

Mustered at quarters at five [o'clock] and exercised at setting up drill.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy first and last hours, fair remainder of watch.

Calm.


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9 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and calm.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cool.

Calm throughout watch.


8am to meridian:

Fair.

Calm first half, light breeze from West latter half of watch.

At 9.30am had quarters for muster and inspection.

Drilled divisions and Marine Guard as usual.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, with light to gentle breezes from SW.

Chilean steamer "Isadora" went out and English barque "Bayard" came in.

Captain of "[Almirante] Cochrane" ["Cochran" in log-book] paid a visit to wardroom officers.

Commanding Officer of this vessel returned official visits of wardroom officers of all foreign men-of-war in port.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, with light SW breeze.

Chilean barks "Loch Fergus" and "Robert Hall" came in.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Calm first part, light breezes from SSE second part.

Work in Engineer's Department during day as follows: scaling boilers B and D; overhauling valves of boiler B starboard after feed pump, intermediate-pressure crank pin brasses, intermediate-pressure crosshead brasses of starboard engine, brasses of independent pumps; cleaning bilges forward fireroom; and repairing bunker doors.


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10 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, cool and damp.

Light Southerly airs.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with Southerly airs.

German steamer "Nauilyse" [?] went out.

Chilean steamer "Laja" and an English steamer came in.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm, light airs from West.

At 9.30am went to general quarters, cast loose and provide: 1st Division 3 minutes 57 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 42 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 21 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 2 seconds; Powder Division 3 minutes 2 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 2 minutes 58 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 7 seconds; 3rd Division 47 seconds; Navigator's Division 42 seconds; Powder Division 3 minutes 39 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: berth deck 57 seconds; starboard engine room 41 seconds; port engine room 41 seconds.

Steamer "Itata" came in from trial trip.

Medical survey being held on J.A. Sanstrom, Chief Gunner's Mate.

Tested flood cocks.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine.

Light SW breeze.

Reformed and reloaded 165 6-pounder saluting charges.

English steamers "Potosi" and "Chiloe" came into harbor.

At end of watch French man-of-war "Pourvoyeur" getting under way.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light to gentle breezes from SE.

French men-of-war "Pourvoyeur" left the harbor.

Sent J.A. Sanstrom, Chief Gunner's Mate, with bag, hammock and transfer papers, to U.S.S. "Baltimore", he having been condemned by medical survey and recommended to be sent to hospital, Mare Island, California, for treatment.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight, light SE winds.

The following work was done in Engineer's Department today: scaling boiler B; cleaning forward fireroom bilges; finished scaling boiler D and overhauling after main feed pump; overhauling forward ash hoist, after independent air and circulating pumps and intermediate-pressure crossheads both engines; straitening wash room gratings; and overhauling valves of boiler D.


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11 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Calm.

At 7.30am U.S.S. "Baltimore" made time and dress signal geographic 6157.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light winds from Southward and Westward.

At 9.00am U.S.S. "Baltimore" got under way and stood out.

As she was leaving manned the rigging and cheered ship, the cheer being returned by U.S.S. "Baltimore", Seiner Majestät Schiff "Leipzig" and Seiner Majestät Schiff "Alexandrine" ["Alexandrina" in log-book], and the French men-of-war "Champlain" and "Duchaffault" ["Duchoffault" in log-book] made international signal F.C.S.W. and manned the rigging and cheered ship, U.S.S. "Baltimore" cheering in return and signaling international R.S.J..

International signal D.C.L.V. was made and kept flying from the Chilean cruiser "[Almirante] Cochrane" until U.S.S. "Baltimore" was out of signal distance, the signal was not answered by U.S.S. "Baltimore".

At 9.30am exercised at fire quarters and abandon ship.

Times at fire quarters: 1st Division 3 minutes 14 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 51 seconds; 3rd Division 36 seconds; Powder Division 3 minutes 27 seconds; Navigator's Division 41 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 27 seconds.

Abandon ship times: whaleboat 6 minutes 39 seconds; gig 8 minutes 46 seconds; 1st cutter 12 minutes 33 seconds; 2nd cutter 8 minutes 47 seconds; steam launch 8 minutes 51 seconds; sailing launch 9 minutes 53 seconds.

Times for securing: 1st Division 7 minutes 4 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 12 seconds; 3rd Division 2 minutes 9 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 59 seconds; Powder [Division] 4 minutes 2 seconds.

Gun divisions engaged in cleaning battery.

American brig "Esmeralda" came in.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from SW.

German ship Seiner Majestät Schiff "Alexandrine" ["Alexandrina" in log-book] dragged her anchor, the Seiner Majestät Schiff "Sophie" veering to prevent collision.

Finished overhauling battery.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate to gentle SW and South breeze.

Went to quarters at 5.00pm and exercised crew at setting up drill.

Received on board in Engineer's Department following stores: 500 pounds cotton waste; 28 drums olive oil; 12 galvanized iron buckets; 1 gallon glycerin; 24 scrub brushes; ½ barrel sal soda; 24 gallons turpentine; and 1 barrel Portland cement.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Light breeze from SSE.

E.J. Wright, Ordinary Seaman, was found to be under the influence of liquor and was placed under sentry's charge for safe keeping.

At 9.30am went to general quarters.

Cast loose and provide: 1st Division 5 minutes 41 seconds; 2nd Division 5 minutes 38 seconds; 3rd Division 8 minutes 39 seconds; Powder Division 5 minutes 22 seconds; Navigator's Division 2 minutes 12 seconds; Marines 3 minutes 20 seconds.

Secure: 1st Division 1 minute 29 seconds; 2nd Division 4 minutes 2 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 21 seconds; Powder Division 4 minutes 27 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 12 seconds.

While at quarters J. Wright, Ordinary Seaman, a prisoner under charge of sentry, was found to be swimming ashore with a life preserver on.

He was picked up and brought on board and placed in double irons, his hands ironed behind his back until he became sober.


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12 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fair, cool and pleasant.

Light airs from SE.

Calm last hour.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light ESE airs.


8am to meridian:

Overcast by clouds, but pleasant.

SW airs.

The Captain assigned the following punishments for the offenses named: R. Klotz, Landsman, not cleaning brightwork, 24 hours' extra duty; E.J. Colwell, Apprentice, reading while boat keeper, 6 hours' extra duty; J. Deaver, Private Marine, not reporting time for Greenwich observations, money stopped on month; E. Donaldson, First-class Fireman, C. Stacy, Second-class Fireman, not turning tools in to storekeeper as ordered, money stopped for one month; T. O'Donnell, Private Marine, dirty at quarters and talking in ranks, 5 days' extra duty and money stopped for one month.

The German Admiral and the Captain of the German ship Seiner Majestät Schiff "Sophie" paid official visits on board.

The full-rigged German ship "Preussen" came in.

Received mail from the United States.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light breeze from SW.

Received in Engineer's Department: 8 tons of boiled linseed oil.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, but pleasant.

Light breeze from SW.

At 4.15pm the German squadron got under way and put to sea.

Saluted the Admiral as he passed and made signal, commercial code, F.C.S.W..

The German flagship answered and made R.S.J..


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and pleasant.

Calm throughout watch.

During the day the Engineer's force were engaged in cleaning throughout the department.


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13 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with light SE airs.


4am to 8am:

Overcast by clouds.

Light airs.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 106¼ pounds fresh beef; 106¼ pounds fresh vegetables; and 85 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, warm and sultry.

Light airs from SW to West.

At 9.30am called all divisions to quarters, and at 9.45am sounded assembly and Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breezes from West.

Barometer falling last hour.

The Commanding Officer and three wardroom officers attended a dance on board the Chilean man-of-war "Almirante Cochrane".


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from SSW.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, but clearing last hour to light airs from WNW, calm first three hours.

Last hour bright moonlight and starlight, first three hours moon and stars obscured.


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14 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool, bright moonlight.

Light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs from SSE.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs to gentle breeze from SSE to SW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and had divisional drill.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: T. O'Donnell, Private Marine, untidy at inspection, money stopped for one month; [C.] Barnes, Apprentice Third-class, striking eight bells without orders, 1 day's extra duty; C.J. Hyde, Apprentice First-class, E. Stevens, Ordinary Seaman, C. Barnes, Apprentice Third-class, clothes not brushed at Sunday inspection, extra duty until they are reported in proper condition by their Division Officer.

C.H. Young, Ordinary Seaman, absent without leave.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light to gentle breezes from SW.

Exercised regular crews at boats under sail and oars.

Chilean steamer came in from Southward, also a British bark.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, with gentle breeze falling to light airs from SW to ESE.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters, C.H. Young, Ordinary Seaman, absent without leave.

Had setting up exercise.

Received in Engineer's Department: 1 engine room clock; 1 barometer; 4 thermometers; and in Navigation Department: 1 deck clock.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Calm, light airs from South.

Tramp steamer came in from Southward.

Finished scaling and cleaning boiler B, cleaning bilges in forward and after firerooms, adjusting low-pressure crosshead brasses, both engines, overhauling forward ash hoist and after independent pump.


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15 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, cool.

Light South to SE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Fair, with light SE airs.

At 6.00am 3 coal lighters came alongside and a gang of 24 natives for discharging.

Commenced coaling with baskets through both torpedo ports and port gangway.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 106¼ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 85 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light airs from NW.

Coaling ship employing native labor, one lighter on starboard and two on port side, using baskets.

At 12.00pm had taken in about 60 tons.

The French man-of-war "Champlain" and Chilean man-of-war "Esmeralda" left the harbor.

Made international signal to "Champlain" F.C.S.W., she answered R.S.J..


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from Northward and Westward.

Coaling ship from lighters alongside, [received] about 100 tons in at end of watch.

Italian bark "Bice" came in and anchored.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle breezes from WSW.

English steamer "Chiloe" and Chilean steamer "Ameda" stood out the harbor, also Chilean gunboat "Toltén" stood out about 7.00pm.

Chilean barque "Sandina" and another Chilean barque, international H.B.L.V., came in and anchored.

Coaling ship till 5.00pm, when natives left, having received in all about 145 tons.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Light breeze to airs from SW.


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16 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Airs from South to SE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs from SW.

English tramp steamer "Charles Strett" [?] came in from Northward.

Pacific Steam Navigation Company's steamer "Coquimbo" left dry dock.

Commenced coaling at 6.15am.

During watch took in about 30 tons, making total 175 tons since commenced coaling.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

At 11.00am began coaling again from lighters alongside.

Light NW to West breeze.

By order of Commanding Officer released from confinement, and restored to duty, W. O'Connell, Ordinary Seaman, and J. O'Connor, Ordinary Seaman, their term of confinement having expired.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from West.

Engaged taking in coals.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light SW breeze, shifting to Westerly airs.

Stopped coaling for the day at 6.00pm, having received on board about 265 tons.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from WNW.

Steamer for the Northward sailed.


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17 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cool.

Light airs from West.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Calm to light airs from West.

Commenced coaling at 6.30am.

C. Young, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board 89 hours over sick leave and was confined in cell to await action of Commanding Officer.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 106¼ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 85 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from West.

Engaged taking in coals.

By order of Commanding Officer placed C. Young, Ordinary Seaman, in cell under charge of sentry for safe keeping.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and warm.

Light to gentle breeze from West.

Finished coaling, having received [left blank] tons.

The American bark "Evie J. Ray" from New York came in, and an officer was sent to board.

Chilean steamer "Bio-Bio" came in from North and anchored.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from West to SW.

Cleaning ship.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs from SW first half, afterwards calm.


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18 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and calm.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and calm.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and warm.

Light airs and breeze from NW and West.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: C. Barnes, Apprentice Third-class, 12 mid-watch lookouts, for having brightwork in bad condition; J. Brown, Landsman, 12 mid-watch lookouts, for being lazy and indifferent and leaving his extra duty work; same, 5 days' bread and water, for doing work in an inefficient manner and being insubordinate; C. Young, Ordinary Seaman, 5 days' bread and water and money stopped for 3 months, for being absent from ship four days without permission.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cool.

Light to gentle breeze from SW.

Barometer steady.

Two English barks went to sea.


4pm to 8pm:

Generally fair and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from SW and SSW.

Bent buoy rope to chain at 75 fathom shackle, and got everything ready for slipping.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with light SW airs.


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19 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light breezes first part, then calm.

Steamer coming in from Southward.

A citizen of the United States was brought off to this ship in Captain of Port's boat by a custom house official.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cool.

Light airs from West by North to NNE.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 85 pounds bread; and 106¼ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm.

Light NNW airs.

Mail steamer "Lautaro" ["Latauro" in log-book] came in.

Sent an officer on board for mail.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly clear and warm.

Light airs from NW and WNW.

Compañia Sud Americana de Vapores steamer "Chillán" came from Southward.

Painting ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy.

Calms and light airs from NW.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy.

Light airs from West.


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20 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, light drizzle third hour.

Light North to NE airs.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy.

Airs from SE.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 106¼ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 85 pounds of fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Partially clear and pleasant.

Light airs to gentle breezes from NW to WNW.

At 9.30am Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters, and then had general muster; all present.

A Chilean bark was towed out the harbor.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle WSW and SW breeze.

English steamer "Santiago", German steamer "Valdivia" and Chilean bark "Light of the Age" came in and anchored.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light breezes from SW.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, cool.

Light South breeze, shifting to SSE.


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21 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Light breeze from SE.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Calm and light airs from South.

Breaking out shell and store rooms.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, hot.

Moderate SW breeze.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: F.S. Kirk, Apprentice, insubordination and striking at Captain of Afterguards, mid-watch lookouts for 1 month and money stopped for 2 months; W. Cuff, Jack of the Dust, not cleaning station, 1 week's extra duty; J. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, J. Jones, Coal Heaver, smoking when lamp was not lit, money and tobacco stopped for 2 months; J. Wooley, Landsman, gross carelessness, mid-watch lookouts for 2 weeks; E. Donaldson, First-class Fireman, dirty clothes at muster, to scrub clothes under charge of Ship's Corporal for 1 month; J. Wooley, Landsman, J. McCormack, Painter, dirty clothes at inspection, to be inspected, clothes and person, every morning by Ship's Corporal and money stopped till further orders; F.S. Kirk, Apprentice, cap not uniform at muster, 1 week's extra duty.

Engaged in breaking out hold and store rooms.

Chilean bark "Silurian" came in and anchored, and Chilean cruiser "Abtao" left the harbor and stood out to the Northward at 10.40am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Weather clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from Southward and Westward.

Breaking out holds and all store rooms for inspection by the Quarterly Board [of Inspection], also magazines and shell rooms.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle to light SSW breeze.

Quarterly Board inspected holds and magazines and shell rooms.

After inspection restowed all holds.

English steamer "Osorno" came in and anchored.

Chilean torpedo boat exercising with secondary battery.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Observed several meteors, one very brilliant.

Calm.

Two steamers put to sea.


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22 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm throughout watch.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light NNE airs.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 106¼ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 85 pounds fresh bread.

German steamer "Otorno" [?] came in and anchored.

W. Burnett, Seaman, left boat without permission while ashore with stewards and did not return.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light SW breeze.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

W. Burnett, Seaman, absent without leave.

The new Chilean cruiser "[Presidente] Errázuriz" arrived out from Europe [Erupe in log-book], last from Talcahuano.

Drilled the divisions.

The Pacific Steam Navigation Company's steamers "Serano" and "Galicia" came in.

Received mail from the United States.

Made ready for coaling.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and squally.

Breeze moderate to stiff from SW and South.

At 1.00pm exercised Marine Guard, infantry company and Gatling gun sections as equipped for landing.

Started fires under boiler B.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Wind shifting in direction and varying in force.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters, W. Burnett, Seaman, absent without leave.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs to gentle breeze from NE to NW.

During day the Engineer's force finished scaling boiler C, and were engaged in overhauling forward main feed pump and adjusting the crosshead sleeves of both engines, finished overhauling after independent pump.


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23 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudless sky, bright star and moonlight.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Calm.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze from SW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, absentee: W. Burnett, Seaman.

By order of Commanding Officer J. Ryan, Landsman, was given 1 week's extra duty, for not going to evening quarters.

Released J Brown, Landsman, and William Young, Ordinary Seaman, their term of confinement having expired.

Began coaling, received about 23 tons.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, with moderate SW and SSW breezes.

Continued coaling.

United Stated Minister to Chile came on board.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Stiff to light breeze from SSW and NW.

Finished coaling, having received 65.77 tons.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, with bright starlight.

NW airs.


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24 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Calm and light airs from NW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm first half, afterwards light airs from NW and NE.

Received 84 pounds fresh bread and 105 pounds each fresh beef and vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm first half, to light airs and breezes from SW.

Exchanged signal numbers with U.S.S. "Boston", which came in and anchored.

Sent an officer on board with bag of mail, and Commander paid an official visit.

Commanding Officer of the "[Presidente] Errázuriz" visited Commander officially.

Absentee: W. Burnett, Seaman.

By order of Commanding Officer placed J. Saunders, Landsman, under sentry's charge to await trail by Court Martial.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, though warm.

Gentle breeze from SW.

Commanding Officer paid official visit to Commanding Officer of "Presidente Errázuriz".

At 1.30pm U.S.S. "Boston" shifted her anchorage about 50 yards to Westward.

At 3.30pm made [signal] interrogatory 2984, and U.S.S. "Boston" answering 904, piped down scrub and washed clothes.

Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Boston" paid an official visit to this vessel.

United States Consul paid an official visit to U.S.S. "Boston" and was received with usual honors.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear.

Light airs to gentle breeze from SSW and SW.

At 5.00pm had evening quarters.

Absent without leave: W. Burnett, Seaman,.

British bark "Eskdale" of Liverpool came in, and British steamer "Osorno" went out.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Calm first part, light to moderate breeze in occasional squalls from SE latter part.

In Engineer's Department overhauled both engine valves forward independent pump and aft ash host, painted after fireroom.


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Thursday December 24th, 1891.

By order of the Commanding Officer a copy of the following report is hereby entered in the log and by the same authority 15 tons of coal was expended for the purpose of straightening the books.


U.S.S. "Yorktown" 3rd Rate, Valparaiso, December 24, 1891.


The Commanding Officer, U.S.S. "Yorktown".

Sir:

The undersigned respectfully report that we estimate the amount of coal in the bunkers to be 397 tons.

The drawings show the capacity of the bunkers to be 400 tons.

Referring to the log-books we find the heaviest anthracite coal which has been received on board during the cruise weighed 100 pounds per bucket; that now in the bunkers weighs 103 pounds per bucket.

Taking these proportions the amount would be 412 tons.

The grate bars occupy a space equal to 15 tons, subtracting this leaving 397 tons, the actual amount on board.


Respectfully,

(sign) Alfred Adamson, Chief Engineer, U.S. Navy.

(sign) C.E. Rommel, Assistant Engineer, U.S. Navy.

(sign) C.H. Hayes, Assistant Engineer, U.S. Navy.


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25 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Light easterly airs.


4am to 8am:

Fair, with haze on horizon.

Light airs, varying in direction.

At 7.30am Senior Officer made time and uniform signal geographic 6255.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, with gentle to moderate breezes from SSW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, W.P. Burnett, Seaman, absent without leave.

Wardroom officers of U.S.S. "Boston" visited this ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Stiff SSW breeze, blowing in strong puffs at times.

English steamer "Chiloe" came in and anchored.

Sent visiting party aboard U.S.S. "Boston", and to an English and Swedish bark in the harbor.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate to stiff breezes from SSW blowing in squalls.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Gentle to moderate SSW breeze.


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Light easterly airs.


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26 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Moon rose at 1.45am.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Calm, light airs from NW last hour.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 105 pounds meat; 105 pounds vegetables; and 84 pounds bread.

Pacific Steam Navigation Company's steamer "Arequipa" ["Ariquipa" in log-book] came in from Northward.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light NW breeze, shifting to SW last hour.

Wardroom officers paid official visit to U.S.S. "Boston".

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishment was awarded: T. Jones, Coal Heaver, not turning out on morning watch, 10 mid-watches.

Absentee: W. Burnett, Seaman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate to fresh wind from SSW.

English steamer "Serano" put to sea.

U.S.S. "Boston" fired a salute of nine guns, with the Chilean flag at the fore.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate South by West breeze blowing in squalls.

German steamer "Totmes" ["Totrums" and "Totmus" in log-book] came in and anchored, and steamer "Satarro" left the harbor.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Calm.

Two steamers put to sea.

From ten to eleven [o'clock] heard repeated shots on the hills back of the city, and again just before midnight, the flash of some of the discharges being visible.

At 11.10pm U.S.S. "Boston" got under way and put to sea.


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27 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudless, after 1.00am bright moonlight.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Calm to light airs from NW.

At 7.00am sighted "Esmeralda" coming into harbor from the Northward.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 100 pounds fresh beef and vegetables; and 84 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from NW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, and at 9.50am the Captain inspected the ship and crew.

The Chilean cruiser "Esmeralda" came in at 8.40am, and moored to buoy.

Sent an officer on board with offers of usual civilities.

An officer from the "Esmeralda" returned visit of courtesy.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with gentle SW breeze.

An officer from the "[Almirante] Cochrane" came on board to invite the Commander to take part in funeral ceremonies tomorrow in honor of obsequies of officers fallen in late civil war, whose remains were today brought to this port by the "Esmeralda".

At 4.00pm "[Almirante] Cochrane" began firing minute guns as a procession of boats of Chilean squadron passed to shore as funeral escort.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light wind from SSW shifting to ENE.

At 4.00pm funeral party started from "Esmeralda", the "Almirante Cochrane" firing guns at intervals of about four minutes, the band playing funeral tunes.

An officer from the "Almirante Cochrane" came on board to give notification of change of time of ceremonies tomorrow morning.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, with bright starlight.

Light NW airs.


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28 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, cool and calm.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Airs from NW.

P. Anderson, Ordinary Seaman, left the market boat when ashore on duty and did not return.

At 7.50am the Captain left the ship, with gig and two cutters, to attend funeral ceremonies afloat occurring on board Chilean ship "Esmeralda".


8am to meridian:

Cloudless, misty on horizon.

Calms to gentle North breeze.

At 8.43am "[Almirante] Cochrane" fired first minute gun, procession of funeral boats formed and stood for landing.

Our boats returned from landing at 9.25am.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absentees: W. Burnett, Seaman, and P. Anderson, Ordinary Seaman.

Called all hands and exercised at clear ship for action.

Received official visit of Commander of "Esmeralda".


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Stiff breezes, moderating to gentle breezes from SSW.

English tramp steamer "Gulf of Colcorada" [misspelled "Gulf of Corcovada"?] came in from Southward.

German schooner stood out to Northward.

An officer from "[Almirante] Cochrane" called to return thanks for participating in the funeral ceremonies of this morning.

Exercised divisions at pistol drill.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, with light to stiff SSW breeze, falling to light airs and hauling to North last hour.

At 5.00pm had evening quarters, served out two boxes of ammunition to each gun of secondary battery.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Calm and light airs from NW.

Scaling and cleaning boiler A, overhauling forward feed pump and independent pump, main bulkhead stay valves and after ash hoist.

Repaired steering gear.


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29 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Clear and calm.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 106¼ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 85 pounds soft bread.

At 8.00am half-masted colors following Chilean Senior Officer.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light airs from NE first part, hauling to SW and increasing to gentle breezes.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and drilled at great guns, Powder Division at stations.

Gun divisions overhauled battery.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were inflicted: T. O'Donnell, Private Marine, dirty and out of uniform on post, two days' extra duty; M. Sweeny, Private Marine, dirty clothes at quarters, two days' extra duty; R. Klotz, Landsman, no lanyard at Sunday inspection, three mid-watches; J.A. Wolley, Landsman, emptying slops into ash chute, 10 mid-watches.

P. Anderson, Ordinary Seaman, and W. Burnett, Seaman, were by same authority declared deserters from this vessel and the United States Naval Service, the former from the 27th and the latter from the 21st of this month.

A German steamer went out to the Southward, and the "Maipo" (Chilean) came in from Northward.

The French steamer "Tafna" and the English steamer "Charles Street" [?] came in from Southward.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, hot.

Gentle to moderate SW breeze.

Enlisted a machinist for the cruise of this vessel: George Washington Bice.

Received in Engineer's Department: 6 squirt cans; and 12 corn brooms; and in Construction Department: 5 scupper drips; and ½ barrel Portland cement.

Thomas Brady, Private Marine, left the ship on duty and did not return.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light airs and breezes from SE.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Calm to light North breeze.

Lightning in NE.


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30 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Calm.

Heavy dew.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, slight haze.

Light airs from SE by South.

Pacific Steam Navigation Company steamer "Arica" came in from Northward

An [left blank] barque came in from Southward


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm to light Northerly and NE airs.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised as follows: 1st Division, 2nd Division and Marines infantry; 3rd Division setting up, great guns and pistols; Powder Division setting up and pistols.

Absent without leave Thomas Brady, Private Marine.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishment was awarded: E.J. Colwell, Apprentice, monthly money stopped for two (2) months and ten (10) mid-watches, for slow manning boat and out of uniform.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from NE and SW.

At 1.30pm exercised boats armed and equipped for distant service.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light SW winds.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, lightning to the Northward and Eastward.

Calm.


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31 December 1891

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fair, lightning to NE.

Light airs and breezes from North.


4am to 8am:

Generally cloudy.

Light NE airs, shifting to NW last hour.

Italian bark "Bice" and Portuguese steamer "Pauquite" [?] entered harbor.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 103¾ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 83 pounds of fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool, clearing latterly and becoming warmer.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair.

Light WSW and SW breezes.

At 1.00pm went to fire quarters for exercise, and closed watertight doors.

Times: 1st Division ready 3 minutes 29 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 22 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 30 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes 26 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 41 seconds;

Starboard engine room doors closed in 0 minutes 21 seconds, port engine room 0 minutes 23 seconds, berth deck 0 minutes 28 seconds.

Secured at 1 hour 7 minutes 51 seconds: 1st Division in 4 minutes 7 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 31 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 28 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 29 seconds; Powder Division 3 minutes 8 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minutes 2 seconds.

Received from water boat 11,000 gallons for steaming purposes.

Received visit of an officer of "[Almirante] Cochrane" giving notification of ceremonies at midnight tonight.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light SW wind.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Fair, with light SW breeze.

Bright starlight.


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LOG BOOK – JANUARY 1st 1892 TO JUNE 30th 1892


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Received October 19, 1892.


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LOG BOOK

of the

U.S.S. "Yorktown"

3rd Rate,

of Six Guns,


Commanded By

Commander R.D. Evans, U.S. Navy,

Attached to Pacific Squadron,

Commencing January 1st, 1892,

at Valparaiso, Chile,

and ending June 30th, 1892,

at Unalaska Island.


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List of Officers


Attached to and on board of the U.S.S. "Yorktown", 3rd Rate, commanded by Commander R.D. Evans, U.S. Navy, during the period covered by this Log-Book, from January 1st, 1892, to [June 30th], 1892.


Name

Rank

R.D. Evans

Commander

D. Kennedy

Lieutenant

W.P. Conway

Lieutenant

T.E. De Witt Veeder

Lieutenant

B.A. Fiske

Lieutenant

A.G. Winterhalter

Lieutenant (Junior Grade)

R.H. Jackson

Ensign

B.F. Hutchinson

Ensign

A.H. Scales

Ensign

A. Adamson

Chief Engineer

J.R. Martin

Passed Assistant Paymaster

G.E.H. Harmon

Surgeon

C.E. Rommel

Assistant Engineer

C.H. Hayes

Assistant Engineer

G.W. Grindle

Paymaster's Clerk


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List of Officers


Who have died, been detached, or transferred, on board the U.S.S. "Yorktown", commanded by Commander R.D. Evans, U.S. Navy, during the period covered by this Log-Book, from January 1st, 1892, to [June 30th], 1892.


Name

Rank

Time of Occurrence, and Particulars

R.H. Jackson

Ensign

Transferred to Naval Hospital Mare Island, California, March 28th 1892.


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Complement of Petty Officers, Seamen, Ordinary Seamen, Landsmen, Boys, and Marines on board of the U.S.S. "Yorktown", 3rd Rate, at first commissioning April 23rd, 1889.


Number Allowed

Rates

Number On Board

June 30, 1892

1

Chief Boatswain's Mate

1

1

Boatswain's Mate

1


Seamen Gunners

1

1

Chief Gunner's Mate

1


Gunner's Mates

4

1

Chief Quartermaster

1

3

Quartermaster

3

4

Coxswains

5

2

Captains of Forecastle

2


Captains of Tops

2

2

Captains of Afterguard

-

4

Quarter-Gunners

-

1

Carpenter's Mates

1

1

Sailmaker's Mates

1

1

Armorer

1

1

Captains of Hold

1

1

Ship's Cook

1

1

Ship's Corporals

1

2

Carpenters and Calkers

2

1

Baymen

1

1

Master-at-Arms

1

1

Apothecary

1

1

Ship's Yeoman

1

1

Paymaster's Yeoman

1

1

Engineer's Yeoman

1

1

Ship's Writer

2

1

Ship's Barber

-

1

Painter

1

1

Bugler

1

1

Jack of the Dust

1

1

Blacksmith

1

1

Cabin Steward

1

1

Cabin Cook

1

1

Ward-room Steward

1

1

Ward-room Cook

1

1

Steerage Stewards

-

1

Steerage Cooks

-

18

Seamen

15

13

Ordinary Seamen

20

14

Landsmen

8


Boys

6


Apprentices

12

7

Machinists

7

1

Boiler Makers

2

6

Water Tenders

3

9

Oilers

9

8

First-class Firemen

8

8

Second-class Firemen

8

15

Coal Heavers

15

144

Total

158


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U.S.S. "Yorktown".

Description of Instruments used for Meteorological Observations, their Location, et cetera.


Instrument

Maker

Number

Location

Date of Last Comparison

Compared With

Error

Mercurial Barometer

Adie, London

56

Cabin




Aneroid Barometer

U.S. Navy


Under poop on cabin bulkhead

January 21, 1891

Standard at Navy Yard, Norfolk

None

April 9, 1892

Standard at Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

None

Thermometer (Dry Bulb)

Green, New York

3949





Thermometer (Wet Bulb) (Psychrometer)

Green, New York

3950






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Armament


Of the U.S.S. "Yorktown", 3rd Rate.


Primary


Number of Guns

Caliber

Mark

Description

Cartridge

Projectiles

Carriages

Powder

Weight

Kind

Weight

6

6-inch

III


Brown prismatic

32.6 pounds and 42.6 pounds

Cast iron

100 pounds

Central pivot

Common steel

100 pounds






34.5 pounds

Shrapnel

100 pounds







35.75 pounds







47.3 pounds

Armour piercing

100 pounds







48 pounds



Secondary


Number of Guns

Caliber

Mark

Description

Cartridge

Projectiles

Carriages

Powder

Weight

Kind

Weight

2

6-pounder

Rapid Fire Hotchkiss






2

3-pounder

Rapid Fire Hotchkiss






1

1-pounder

Rapid Fire Hotchkiss






2

37 mm

Revolving Cannon Hotchkiss






2

Gatling

Model 1880







Boat armament


Sailing Launch: 1 1-pounder Rapid Fire Hotchkiss.

First Cutter: 1 Gatling, model 1880.


Small arms


100 Remington Lee rifles.

114 Colt's Direct Action revolvers.


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LOGS FOR JANUARY 1892


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1 January 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, calm and pleasant.

From midnight until 12.30am the New Year was celebrated by the ringing of bells, the firing of guns and rockets and the burning of lights from the town, the forts and Chilean war vessels in harbor.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, warm.

Calm.


8am to meridian:

Clear, NE and Southerly airs.

Absent without leave: Thomas Brady, Private Marine.

Received visit of Captain of "Duchaffault".


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SSW.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, with light breeze to light airs from South.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light airs from South first hour, afterwards calm.


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2 January 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Light airs from West and calms.

Barque came in from Southward.


4am to 8am:

Clear.

Calms and light airs, varying in direction.

French steamer "Tropique" and Compañia Sud Americana de Vapores steamer "Cachapoal" came in.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 103¾ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 83 pounds of soft bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light airs to gentle breeze from NNE and SW.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light to gentle breezes from SW.

French steamer "Tafna" went out to Northward, and English steamer "Galicia" went out to Southward.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from South.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light airs from South first hour, then coming out from North.

Two steamers went out to Northward.


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3 January 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Light winds from SSE and SE.


4am to 8am:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light variable airs and calms.

Received 83 pounds fresh bread and 103¾ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light airs from West and NW.

At 9.30am had inspection at quarters and read Articles for the Better Government of the Navy.

T. Brady, Private Marine, absent without leave.

J.B. Langford, Landsman, found to be drunk on duty, and by order of Commanding Officer placed under sentry's charge.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate SW breeze.

"[Presidente] Errázuriz" left port and stood to Northward at 12.15pm.

The flag of the Minister of War and Marine was broken at the fore and afterwards hauled down.

The Chilean Jack was then hoisted, and a salute of 13 guns fired.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light airs to moderate breezes from SW.

"Presidente Errázuriz" came in and moored to buoy, flying Chilean flag at fore.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Calm.


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4 January 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright starlight.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Calm.

Pacific Steam Navigation Company's steamer "Arequipa" and Compañia Sud Americana de Vapores' "Copiapo" came in from Southward, and German steamer "Artesig" [possibly a misspelled "Artesia"] came in from Northward.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised as follows: 1st and 2nd Divisions instruction at great guns; 3rd and Powder Divisions infantry; Marines bayonet drill.

T. Brady, Private Marine, absent without leave.

Two machinists of this ship engaged in repairing naphtha launch of the Chile Steamship Company.

Light airs to breezes from SW.

Received from water boats for tanks: 1100 gallons fresh water.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishment was awarded: E.J. Colwell, Apprentice First-class, carelessness in boat, 4 hours' extra duty.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Moderate wind from SW.

Received on board in Engineer's Department: 3500 gallons fresh water.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate SW breeze, shifting to light SE winds.

Two steamers left the harbor, and a bark came in.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from SE, freshening in puffs last hour.

Lightning in the eastward.


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5 January 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Calm first half, afterwards light airs from South.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm to light airs from NE and NW.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 101¼ pounds fresh beef and vegetables; and 82 pounds bread.

Chilean bark entered harbor.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light wind from WSW to West.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

The mail steamer from Panama arrived.

Arrived: the German steamer "Abysco" [?]; Chilean ship "Emsluica" [?]; the English steamer "Puno"; bark "Jupiter"; and ship "Rossdhu".

English bark "Lockfleet" [possibly a misspelled "Loch Fleet"] put to sea.

The Captain assigned the following punishments: J.A. Wooley, Landsman, ten mid-watch lookouts, for being absent from station and dirty about the decks; C. Barnes, Apprentice Second-class, two hours' extra duty, for bucket in lucky bag.

Specifications of offenses, to be tried before Summary Court Martial, were delivered to J.B. Langford, Landsman, and J.J. Saunders, Landsman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light to gentle breeze from SW to South.

At 1.00pm furled sail.

"Almirante Cochrane" fired a salute of 13 guns, British ensign at the fore.

Enlisted as Landsman, for the cruise of this vessel: Joseph Quint.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Wind from South, blowing in strong puffs at intervals.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light airs to gentle breeze from West to NNW, calm last hour.


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6 January 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, bright starlight.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Airs from North.

European mail steamer "John Elder" arrived.

American barque "Carrie Winslow" arrived from the Southward.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from NW to SW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, after which the divisions were exercised at setting up drill, and then the artillery and infantry landing parties were formed and drilled on board.

By order of the Commanding Officer C. Barnes, Apprentice Second-class, was given two hours' extra duty, for stowing clothes in cofferdam, and the following changes were made in the ratings of apprentices to date from January 1, 1892: A. Hasler from Seaman Apprentice Second-class to Seaman Apprentice First-class; Hyde, First-class Apprentice to Seaman Apprentice Second-class; W.P. Munger, First-class Apprentice to Seaman Apprentice Second-class; J.C. Fisk, First-class Apprentice to Seaman Apprentice Second-class; F.S. Kirk, First-class Apprentice to Seaman Apprentice Second-class; H.F. Laing, Second-class Apprentice to First-class Apprentice; C. Barnes, Third-class Apprentice to Second-class Apprentice; and E.J. Colwell First-class Apprentice to Seaman Apprentice Second-class.

At 10.30am a Summary Court Martial convened on board for the trail of J. Saunders, Landsman, and of such other persons as may be brought before it.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with stiff breeze from SW to South.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Breeze, stiff from NE first hour, afterwards variable.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters and exercised at setting up drill.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudless sky, bright moon and starlight.

Moon set behind hills about 11.45pm.

Wind in occasional gusts, light airs to moderate breeze from East and NW.


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7 January 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Light variable airs.

At 1.00am "Almirante Cochrane" fired a salute in honor of the anniversary of the departure of the Chilean fleet from this port.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from NE.

At 5.00am a battery on shore fired a salute of 21 guns.

At 8.00am dressed ship masthead fashion, Chilean flag at main, following example of the Chilean war ships in the harbor.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 101¼ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 82 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs to gentle breeze, varying in direction.

At 9.30am went to fire quarters, ready: 1st Division 2 minutes 9 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 21 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 31 seconds; Powder Division 0 minutes 37 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 56 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 4 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: Powder Division 0 minutes 21 seconds; starboard engine room 0 minutes 57 seconds; port engine room 0 minutes 55 seconds.

Secured at 9 hours 43 minutes 55 seconds: 1st Division 4 minutes 53 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 57 seconds 3rd Division 0 minutes 39 seconds; Powder Division 5 minutes 22 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 51 seconds; Engineer's Division 0 minutes 43 seconds.

Total time of exercise 19 minutes 15 seconds.

Tested all flood cocks.

At 10.00am Summary Court Martial in the case of J.B. Langford, Landsman, met, and adjourned at 10.45am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze, coming at times in stiff squalls, from SSW.

English bark went out to Southward.

At 1.00pm battery ashore fired a salute of 21 guns in honor of anniversary of first uprising Junta.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudless sky.

Light airs from North.

At 6.30pm arsenal battery fired five guns, signal for boat parade.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light variable airs all of watch.

Tested searchlights from 8.30pm to 9.30pm.

Anniversary being celebrated all watch on shore and by vessels in harbor, using illumination and firing various salutes.


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8 January 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, heavy dew.

Calm to light NNE airs.


4am to 8am:

Fine falling mist after first hour.

Light airs to light breeze from NNE.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and hot.

Calm.

At 9.30am inspected divisions and exercised as follows: 1st Division instruction infantry; 2nd Division drill at infantry; 3rd Division instruction pistols; Powder Division infantry drill; Marine Guard infantry.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: J.A. Wooley, Landsman, throwing dry ashes down chute after being ordered to wet them, seven mid-watches; by same authority placed W.C. Carson, Gunner's Mate, under sentry's charge to await trial by Court Martial.

An officer from "Almirante Cochrane" called to thank Commanding Officer for dressing ship yesterday.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, hot.

Light Westerly breeze.

Torpedo boats "[Almirante] Condell" and "[Almirante] Lynch" shifted their moorings, returning to their former berths.

Crew engaged in painting and cleaning ship outside.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from SSW and West.

English bark came in from Southward.

While the gig was laying at the landing, waiting for the Commanding Officer, some person or persons threw stones or other missiles at the crew.

The Commanding Officer went on board the "Almirante Cochrane" to represent the matter to Captain Vial, the Senior Military and Naval Officer, there being no Intendente of the City.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Light NW airs.

At 11.40pm American Consul came on board.

At 11.45pm turned over port engine.


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9 January 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Observed several meteors.

Light variable airs.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light airs from West, then calm.

The Pacific Steam Navigation Company mail steamer "Mendoza", also a freight steamer, came in and anchored from Northward.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 103⅓ pounds meat and vegetables each; and 83 pounds bread.

United States Consul left ship and returned with United States Minister and two refugees, Juan and Guillermo MacKenna [McKenna in log-book], who were delivered by United States Minister to Commanding Officer of this vessel.


8am to meridian:

Clear and hot.

Light airs from NE and NW.

At 10.50am H.M.S. "Warspite" came in and anchored, "[Almirante] Cochrane" saluted English Admiral with 13 guns, English flag at fore.

H.M.S. "Warspite" fired salute of 21 guns, Chilean flag at masthead, and a salute of 13 guns Chilean, flag at yardarm.

This vessel saluted English Admiral with 13 guns, English flag at fore, the salute being returned by H.M.S. "Warspite" gun for gun, American ensign at yardarm.

Battery on shore fired a salute of 21 guns.

An officer from H.M.S. "Warspite" came over to pay the respects of his Commanding Officer to the Commanding Officer of this vessel.

Thomas Brady, Private Marine, was brought on board, and by order of the Commanding Officer placed in double irons.

Commanding Officer made official visit on board H.M.S. "Warspite".


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, hot.

Light breeze from SSW.

The Captain of the "Almirante Cochrane", who is also the Senior Chilean Naval Officer afloat, paid an official visit on board and expressed to the Captain his deep regret at the occurrence of yesterday, and announced that in future complete protection would be afforded our boats' crews at the landing and that the authorities are determined to discover the persons who committed the outrage.

The Captain of the English flagship paid an official visit on board.

The American Minister left the ship for Santiago.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate to stiff South breeze, blowing in heavy squalls.

Enlisted as Landsman, for the cruise of this vessel: Thaddeus A. Brown.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Airs from WSW to NW.


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10 January 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Calm.

German steamers "Abaydius" [?] and "Valdivia" left the harbor.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 103¾ pounds fresh beef and vegetables; and 83 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Calm.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

The Captain inspected the ship and crew.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Calm first hour, afterwards light airs to moderate breeze from South and SW.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light wind from South.

The American barque "Carrie Winslow" went out.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from NNW.


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11 January 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Clear.

Moon set about 2.30am.

Calms and light airs.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Calm.

German steamer "Kambyses" ["Kumbyses" in log-book] came in.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from NW and North by West.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Exercised 1st Division at great guns; 2nd Division at single sticks; 3rd [Division] bayonet drill; and Powder [Division] at infantry.

At 9.40am the English Rear Admiral visited this ship, on his departure he was saluted with 13 guns.

The English Admiral then visited the "Almirante Cochrane" and the "Pourvoyeur" ["Poumoyeur" in log-book], and on leaving the former he was saluted with 13 guns.

At 11.00am the Senior Chilean Captain called on the English Admiral and was saluted on his departure with 9 guns.

The English Minister called on the English Admiral, and was saluted on his departure with 9 guns, English ensign at the yard arm.

By order of the Commanding Officer J. Reagan, Coal Heaver, had his money stopped for two months, for disregards of orders.

American bark "Rose Innes" came in and anchored.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear.

Calm to moderate SW breeze.

H.B.M.S. "Melpomene" and H.B.M.S. "Nymphe" ["Nymph" in log-book] came in and anchored.

Sent an officer with tender of customary civilities.

An officer boarded United States bark "Rose Innes" from New York, 116 days.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Breeze light to fresh from SSW.

At 5.00pm called all hands to muster and read proceedings and findings of Summary Court Martial in cases of J. Saunders, Landsman, and J.B. Langford, Landsman.

In accordance therewith placed Langford in solitary confinement in double irons, his confinement to last 20 days, and restored Saunders to duty until he reaches the United States, where he will be discharged with Bad Conduct Discharge.

Commanding officer paid official visit to H.M.S. "Melpomene"


8pm to midnight:

Clear, with calms and varying light airs.


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12 January 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine, bright moonlight till 3.05am when moon set.

Light airs from NW first part, then calm.

Pacific Steam Navigation Company freight steamer stood out to sea.


4am to 8am:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Calm.

Received 103¾ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables, and 83 pounds fresh bread.

The Chilean steamer "Itata" came in from the North and anchored.


8am to meridian:

Clear.

Calms and Southerly airs.

At 10.10am inspected at quarters and drilled divisions.

Received visits of Commanding Officers of H.M.S. "Melpomene" and H.M.S. "Nymphe" ["Nymph" in log-book].

An officer representing Chilean Senior Naval Officer afloat came on board to announce that colors would remain at half mast until further orders in honor of the late Vice Admiral Riveros.

Half masted colors following English flagship.

Commanding Officer assigned punishments as follows: J. Reagan, Coal Heaver, out of uniform, 3 mid-watches; J. Kelly, Private Marine, not reporting time ordered, monthly money stopped for one month.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle to fresh breezes from South and SSW.

J. Phillips landsman, special service, was this day discharged from this vessel and the United States Naval Service at his own request.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, with light to stiff SSW breeze.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Light airs to gentle breeze from SSW hauling to SE.


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13 January 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Light Northerly airs.


4am to 8am:

Clear, with light North and NW airs.

Received on board the following Chilean refugees, accompanied by the United States, Spanish and Italian Ministers to Chile, namely: José Francisco Gana [Castro], ex-Minister of War and ex-Commander-in-Chief of the army; Adolfo Ibáñez [Gutiérrez], ex-Minister of Interior and ex-senator; employee Santos; Ricardo Vicuña, ex-Commissary General; Acario Cotapos, ex-deputy; Memorino Cotapos [Nemorino Cotapos in log-book], ex-army contractor; Gregorio Cerda y Ossa, ex-Intendente of Santiago; Baldomero Frias Collao [Baldomero Friaz Collao in log-book], ex-deputy; the two last named from the Spanish legation, all the others from the United States legation, also separately came on board as refugee Enrique Aichele, attendant of Juan MacKenna.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, light airs increasing to gentle breezes from SW.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised divisions as follows: 1st Division single sticks; 2nd Division infantry; 3rd Division great guns; Powder Division stations.

At 9.45am hoisted colors, chock up, following movements of English and Chilean vessels.

Wardroom officers of H.B.M.S. "Melpomene" visited wardroom officers of this vessel.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate SSW wind, blowing in squalls.

The Italian Minister left the ship, positively declining a salute.

At 3.30pm the Spanish Minister left the ship, saluted with 15 guns, Spanish flag at fore.

Employee Santos left the ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Very fresh breezes from SSW, hauling to North and dying away to light airs.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Calms and light airs from North and NE.

Barometer about steady.


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14 January 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, cool, bright moonlight.

Calms.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Calm.

Pacific Steam Navigation Company steamer "Puno" came in from Southward.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 105 pounds meat and vegetables; and 84 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, hot.

Calm to light airs from NE.

By order of Commanding Officers the following punishments were awarded: M.H. Harris, Carpenter and Calker, not turning out when ordered, three mid-watch lookouts; W. O'Connell, Seaman, losing bayonet, ten hours' extra duty; J. Saunders, Landsman, refusing duty, five days' solitary confinement on bread and water.

Went to quarters at 9.30am and exercised as follows: 1st Division small arms; 2nd Division great guns; 3rd Division instruction, Powder Division small arms.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Moderate SW wind.

The United States Consul visited the ship.

A number of persons from shore visited the asilas [?].

Arrived: French steamer "Ville de Metz"; English barque "Astoria"; and German barque "Helene".

Departed: a Chilean barque.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate NE breeze.

At 5.00pm went to quarters and exercised at setting up drill.

Half masted colors with H.M.S. "Warspite".

The English Admiral sent an officer on board to announce the death of the eldest son of the Prince of Wales, [Prince Albert Victor], Duke of Clarence and Avondale, and to say that they would keep the colors at half mast until after funeral.

English steamer "Chiloe" went to Southward.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, cool, bright moonlight.

Moon rose at 8.15pm.

Airs from NE.


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15 January 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

English steamer "Ecuador" came in and anchored.

Calm.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Calm.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

The United States Consul visited the ship.

A Chilean torpedo boat with spar torpedo exercising about the harbor.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from NW and NNW.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Calm.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant until last hour, when fog set in.

The United States Minister came on board.


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16 January 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy all watch, at times dense, obscuring horizon with distant fog bow, moonlight.

Calms and Northerly airs.


4am to 8am:

Foggy, turning into heavy mist last hour.

Airs from NE.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 103¾ pounds fresh beef; 103¾ pounds fresh vegetables; and 83 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Foggy and sultry.

Light airs from NE and North by East.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and misty.

Light NNW and NW airs.

Nemorino Cotapos voluntarily left the ship to take passage in the "John Elder" for Buenos Aires, she left at 3.40pm.

Chilean steamer "Limari" came in.


4pm to 8pm:

Generally misty and warm.

Light airs from NW.

Chilean steamer "Itata" left the harbor, and "Bio-Bio" came in.

United States Minister left the ship.


8pm to midnight:

Misty.

Airs from ENE and calms.

Tested searchlights.

Chilean steamer "Puno" passed out.


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17 January 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy first hour, occasional heavy mist remainder of watch.

Light airs from NE and North.


4am to 8am:

Foggy.

Light breeze from North and NE.

Received 84 pounds fresh bread and 105 pounds each fresh beef and vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and misty.

Calm.

United States Minister came on board.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light airs from West.

T. Rush, Coal Heaver, having been given permission to visit American bark "Rosanna", could not be found when sent for and was afterwards found to be ashore.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear.

Gentle SW breeze, falling to light airs and hauling to East.

United States Minister left.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Light airs from NE.

H.B.M.S. "Melpomene" went out to Southward at 10.30pm, to relief of English steamer "John Elder".

The [Chilean cruiser] "Esmeralda" got under way the latter part of watch.


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18 January 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, with light drizzle of rain last hour.

Light NE airs.

At 12.45am the Chilean cruiser "Esmeralda" left the harbor and stood to the Southward.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and misty.

Mostly calm.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy first part, then clear and bright.

Light airs and breezes from NW.

At 9.30am inspected divisions at quarters, then overhauled battery and drilled Powder Division at stations.

An English ship and an English bark came in, and an English bark was towed out.

Chilean spar torpedo boat drilled in the bay.

T. Rush, Coal Heaver, absent without leave.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: M. Sweeny, Private Marine, smoking on post, monthly money stopped for 3 months and twenty days' extra duty.

Engaged taking water in boilers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle WNW breeze shifting to SW.

Received in Engineer's Department: 5000 gallons fresh water.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light variable airs.

Pacific Steam Navigation Company freight steamer went out to Southward.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, moonlight.

Calm and light Northerly airs.

Barometer steady.


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19 January 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile, and at sea making passage to Callao, Peru

Lat -33.03, Long -71.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Calm.

Bright moonlight.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Calm and light airs from NW.

Steamer "Coquimbo" came in from Northward.

Sent officer after mail.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 105 pounds each beef and vegetables; and 82 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light airs from North.

At 9.30am went to quarter and exercised divisions.

By order of Commanding Officer released John Saunders from confinement, his term having expired, and by same authority again confined him in cell, for refusing to do duty the Medical Officer having pronounced him capable of doing duty.

At 11.30am started fires under remaining three boilers.

Making preparations for sea.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Fresh wind from SW.

Engaged making preparations for sea.

The Captain paid official visits on board H.M.S. "Warspite", "Duchaffault" ["Duchoffault" in log-book] and "Almirante Cochrane".

The United States Consul visited the ship.

Received on board in Construction Department: 150 pounds cement; 40 gallons turpentine; 48 gallons raw linseed oil; 18 gallons boiled linseed oil; 10 gallons alcohol; 500 pounds dry red lead; 25 pounds vermilion, in oil; 5 pounds vermilion, dry; 25 pounds whiting; 75 pounds gum shellac; 40 pounds pumice stone; and 1 glazier's diamond.

In Paymaster's Department: 3000 pounds flour; 1500 pounds beans; 600 pounds rice; 200 pounds dried fruit; 400 pounds butter; 700 pounds tomatoes; 600 pounds coffee; 100 pounds vegetables; 1400 pounds pork; 400 pounds beef; 2500 pounds canned meats; 500 pounds candles; 45 gallons vinegar; and one blacksmith's forge.

In Engineer's Department: 250 pounds white lead; and 200 pounds white zinc.

By order of the Captain Mr. Guillermo Vicuña was received on board as a passenger to Callao.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate SW breeze.

At 4.05pm called all hands up anchor.

Hove up and steamed out, and at 5.12pm took departure, Valparaiso lighthouse S29°E, true, distant 4.5 miles, set course NW¼N.

Draft forward 13 feet 3 inches, aft 15 feet 3 inches.

At end of watch, under steam in four boilers, on course NW¼N.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 106.9, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Fresh wind from SW and SSW.

Bent fore and aft sails and set them.

An accident happening to port engine, it was stopped while cylinder head was removed for examination.

Carried 25° to 30° port, under starboard engine and fore and aft sails.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 106.9, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from SSW.

At 8.24pm changed course to NW½W.

At 8.50pm went ahead on port engine.

At 8.40pm took in mizzen topsail, and at 8.50pm took in jib.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 103.8, vacuum 26 inches.


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20 January 1892

At sea, making passage to Callao, Peru

Lat -29.85, Long -73.01


Midnight to 4am:

Clear [first] three hours, fair last, moonlight.

Light to gentle breeze from South.

Steering until 12.12am NW½W, then NNW¾W.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 104.5, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes, dying out latter part of watch.

At 7.30am took in all sail.

Making good NNW¾W.

Under steam in four boilers and till 7.30am all sail, except mizzen topsail and jib.

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 105, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Calm and light airs from NNW and North.

Went to quarters at 9.30am and exercised divisions as follows: 1st and Powder Divisions small arms; 2nd Division great guns; 3rd Division single sticks.

On course NNW¾W.

Under steam in four boilers.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 105, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Airs from NE and SW.

Instructed apprentices in signals.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 105.6, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light breeze from SW.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

At 4.20pm set fore staysail.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 106.5, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair, with light SW breeze.

Steering NNW¾W per standard [compass].

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 107.3, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, though damp.

Moon rose at 11.00pm.

Course NNW¾W.

Under steam in four boilers.

Steam 119 pounds, revolutions 106.5, vacuum 26.5.


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21 January 1892

At sea, making passage to Callao, Peru

Lat -25.59, Long -74.21


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, moonlight.

Light SE airs.

Under steam alone on course NNW¾W.

Average steam 117 pounds, revolutions 108.5, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from NE.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 109.4, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fair, warm and pleasant.

Light airs to moderate breeze from SE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Exercised all divisions at divisional drills.

Sighted a bark hull down standing to Northward.

By order of Commanding Officer M. Clancy, Second-class Fireman, and C. Stacy, Second-class Fireman, had their monthly money stopped for two months and are to stand watch and watch in fireroom for two days and nights, for not cleaning stations.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 109.6, vacuum 26.5.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with stiff SE breeze.

At 1.00pm set sail, except staysail.

Steering per standard [compass] NNW¾W until 12.27pm, then NNW½W.

Steam 119 pounds, revolutions 109.5, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate to fresh breezes from SE.

Under all sail, except fore topmast staysail.

Course NNW½W.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 109.5, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate to fresh SE breeze.

Instructing apprentices of watch in night signals.

Under steam and all sail, except staysail, on course NNW½W.

At 8.00pm changed course to NNW.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 109.5, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, masses of clouds passing over from SE.

Fresh SE wind.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 105.6, vacuum 26.5.


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22 January 1892

At sea, making passage to Callao, Peru

Lat -21.14, Long -75.35


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Breeze stiff to moderate from SE.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 105, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with moderate SE to East breeze.

Steering NNW per standard [compass].

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 107.5, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm.

Moderate breezes from SE.

Under steam and all sail, except fore topmast staysail, steering course NNW½W.

At 9.30am went to fire quarters, times: 1st Division ready 4 minutes 1 second; 2nd Division 3 minutes 14 seconds; 3rd Division 2 minutes 7 seconds; Powder Division 3 minutes 12 seconds.

Secure: 1st Division 1 minute 51 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 54 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 58 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes 3 seconds.

Tested flood cocks.

Inspected bags.

Following punishments were awarded by order of Commanding Officer: C. Young, Ordinary Seaman, turning in hammock during watch on deck, 3 mid-watches; H.F. Laing, First-class Apprentice, chewing tobacco at quarters, tobacco stopped for 3 months and 6 hours' extra duty; J. Kempter, Ordinary Seaman, inattentive at drill, monthly money stopped for two months.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 106.5, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle SE breeze.

Barometer falling.

Steering NNW½W.

At 3.50pm took in all sail.

Exercised apprentices of watch at signals.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 106.5, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate wind from ESE.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 106.8, vacuum 26.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from ESE.

At 6.20pm set all sail, save fore staysail.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 106.8, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy to overcast.

Moderate following sea.

Moderate SE breeze.

Steering NNW½W per standard [compass].

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 108.3, vacuum 26 inches.


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23 January 1892

At sea, making passage to Callao, Peru

Lat -16.84, Long -76.38


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and warm.

Light breezes from SE.

Took in sail at 1.30am.

Under steam in four boilers remainder of watch.

Course NNW½W.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 107.5, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light ESE wind.

At 7.20am set fore staysail.

Under steam in four boilers and fore staysail, steering NNW½W.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 107.5, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from SE.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 109.7, vacuum 25.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and warm.

Gentle breeze from SE.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 108, vacuum 26.5.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, with Southerly airs.

Steering NNW½W per standard [compass].

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 107.5, vacuum 26.5.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from South.

Course NNW½W, under steam alone using four boilers.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 109, vacuum 26.5.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather.

Airs from SSE.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 107.5, vacuum 26.5.


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24 January 1892

At sea, making passage to Callao, Peru

Lat -12.42, Long -77.31


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light breeze from SSE.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 109, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fair, low dawn.

Light breeze to light airs from ESE.

Steering NNW½W until 4.19am, then North by W½W per standard [compass].

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 109.5, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear first, light haze around horizon, clouding over to heavy fog.

Light airs and breezes from SE.

At 11.00am started fog whistle, and at 11.45am slowed to 50 turns.

At 12.00pm took cast of lead, bottom black mud and depth greater than 100 fathoms.

A flock of pelicans, grass and small shrub occasionally seen, also many schools of fish resembling mackerel.

At 9.30am inspected divisions.

Under steam alone, using four boilers.

Course North by West.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 108, vacuum 26.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast with heavy fog.

At 12.05pm slowed down engines to 75 turns, and at 12.20pm changed course to North by W½W.

At 1.00pm got a cast of the lead in 100 fathoms, bottom black mud.

At 1.00pm went ahead full speed.

Got a cast at 2.00pm in 70 fathoms, same bottom.

Slowed down to 50 turns, at 3.00pm got a cast in 65 fathoms, same bottom.

Headed off shore at 3.15pm, setting course WSW½W (per standard [compass]) and went ahead slowest possible speed.

By order of Commanding Officer J. Cahill, Ordinary Seaman, was confined in double irons for ten days, for striking Captain of Afterguard.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions - [sic], vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Thick fog.

Light wind from SE by South.

At 5.15pm went about and stood in on course E½N (per compass).

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions - [sic], vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Foggy first hour, clearing somewhat last hour.

At 6.17pm changed course to South, patent log reading 18.7, at 6.42pm changed course to East, patent log reading 19.7, at 7.23pm changed course to South, patent log reading 23.6, and slowed down both engines.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions - [sic], vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, bright starlight, damp, misty on horizon to Eastward.

At 8.00pm stopped, and at 8.10pm sounded in 68 fathoms, black mud bottom.

Went ahead at 8.20pm and remainder of watch dead slow, heading South per standard [compass].

Starboard patent log fouled propeller, having been knocked overboard after being hauled in and coiled on rail.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions - [sic], vacuum 26 inches.


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25 January 1892

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.06, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy around horizon first hour, fog then setting in thick remainder of watch.

Calm and light airs from NE.

Running at lowest speed possible.

Changed courses from South at 12.00am to North.

Ship on her course North at 12.15am having turned with port helm.

Steam 120 pounds, vacuum 27 inches, revolutions working to bell.


4am to 8am:

Thick fog, lifting slightly at intervals.

Light airs to winds from East.

At 4.35am changed course to E½N, patent log [reading] 46.4, took sounding in 70 fathoms water, black muddy bottom.

At 5.50am changed course to South, patent log 49.8, and got sounding in 69 fathoms.

At 7.30am changed course to E½N, patent log 52.9, and went ahead full speed.

At 7.50am headed North, stopped and took soundings in 65 fathoms, went ahead slowest possible speed, patent log 55.5.

Steam 120 pounds, vacuum 27, revolutions working to bell.


8am to meridian:

Thick fog until pulled out of fog bank at 11.00am, when became fine weather.

Moderate SE wind.

At 9.00am went about and stood South, engines going as slowly as possible.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Exercised the divisions.

The Captain assigned punishments as follows, for the offenses named: S.L. Lomax, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, lazy and neglecting his duties, 1 week's extra duty; C. Barnes, Second-class Apprentice, sleeping on lookout, 2 weeks' extra duty; A. McNichol, Ordinary Seaman, lying down on lookout, 3 weeks' extra duty; G.W. Huffington, Ordinary Seaman, J. Svenson, Blacksmith, out of uniform, two mid-watches each; F.S. Kirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, not relieving lookout promptly, one mid-watch.

At 10.30am made light on San Lorenzo Island from the topmast head bearing ENE½E.

Brought ship on course NE¾E and stood in for Callao harbor, running out of the fog before reaching the island.

Made out U.S.S. "Boston" and made cornet 236, U.S.S. "Boston" made cornet 15.

Made [signal] interrogatory 1211 and telegraphic interrogatory 8126, U.S.S. "Boston" made 904.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and warm.

Gentle breeze from South.

At 12.05pm came to anchor in harbor of Callao, and at 12.20pm shifted berth and came to with port anchor in 6 fathoms water, veering to 30 fathoms chain.

Bearings at anchor: San Lorenzo lighthouse S86°W and Floating Dock N53°E, both true.

Received on board from U.S.S. "Boston" James Burnett, Seaman, a deserter from this ship.

All the refugee from Chile left the ship.

The Commanding Officer paid an official visit to U.S.S. "Boston".

The Commanding Officer of the Peruvian war ship "Lima" sent an officer to present his compliments to the Commanding Officer of this ship.

At 12.15pm fired a salute of 21 guns, Peruvian flag at the fore, this salute was returned at once by fort on shore.

Received pratique.

Banked fires under three boilers.

Draft forward 12 feet, aft 15 feet 10 inches.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light wind from SSE.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty.

Light breeze from SSE.


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26 January 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.06, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light SE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy weather, fog banks outside.

Airs from SSE.


8am to meridian:

Generally fair and warm.

Light breeze from SSE.

An officer from this ship paid official visits to the French warship "Champlain", the Peruvian warship "Lima", the Prefecto [prefect] and the Captain of the port.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Boston" paid an official visit to the Commanding Officer of this ship.

At 11.50am the "Champlain" got under way and stood out of the harbor.

The United States Consul paid an official visit to the Commanding Officer of this ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with light South and SSE wind.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

United States Consul left the ship and a salute of seven guns was fired in his honor, United States ensign at fore.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 4000 soles.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and damp.

Light breeze from SE.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with light SE breeze.


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27 January 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.06, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Partially cloudy and damp.

Light breeze from SE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and damp.

Light airs from SE.

Received 105 pounds each fresh beef and vegetables, and 84 pounds bread.

Made preparations for coaling.

Liberty party returned, except 17 absentees.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with light airs to light breeze from SE.

Absent without leave: C. Anderson, Coal Heaver, W. Cuff, Jack of the Dust, W.J. Collins, Water Tender, E. Hedberg, Coal Heaver, J.V. Kane, Coal Heaver, and L. Traumer, Machinist.

Coaling ship from two lighters on port side using bags and booms, whips led to capstan.

Received third lighter at noon.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially clear.

Light airs from South.

Coaling ship from three lighters using two booms on port side and baskets on starboard side.

At end of watch had received in all about 90 tons.

L. Traumer, Machinist, returned on board 6 hours over time and was placed under sentry's charge till sober.

Surgeon G.E.H. Harmon left the ship on 3 days' leave.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy with light Southerly airs.

Coaling ship until 6.00pm, finished two lighters, sent third lighter half empty to coal hulk for night.

By order of Commanding Officer placed C. Ling, Landsman, under sentry's charge for safe keeping.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy.

Light airs from SSE.

By order of Commanding Officer C. Ling, Landsman, was restored to duty.


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28 January 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.06, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Light SE wind.


4am to 8am:

Foggy.

SE airs.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 100 pounds fresh beef; 100 pounds fresh vegetable; and 80 pounds fresh bread.

Brought three lighters alongside and commenced coaling.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light airs and breezes from SSE and South.

Following men absent without leave: W.J. Collins, Water Tender, C. Anderson, Coal Heaver, E. Hedberg, Coal Heaver, W. Cuff, Jack of the Dust, C.J. Johnson, Second-class Apprentice, J. Dennis, Coxswain, E. Packard, Oiler, D. Donovan, Chief Boatswain's Mate, E. Sherry, Private Marine, A. Nordstrom, Gunner's Mate, and J. Svenson, Blacksmith.

Coaling ship, received about 55 tons, coaling from three lighters using both whips and baskets.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light SSE airs.

Finished coaling at 8.45pm, having received in all 222 tons 1680 pounds.

J. Svenson, Blacksmith, and A. Nordstrom, Gunner's Mate, returned on board 9 hours over time.

Ship's draft forward 13 feet 7 inches, aft 16 feet 4 inches.


4pm to 8pm:

Partially cloudy and damp.

Light breeze from SE and SSE.

W. Cuff, Jack of the Dust, was brought on board by the police, 34 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle SE breeze.

Heavy dew.


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29 January 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.06, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, heavy fog later part of watch.

Light airs from SE and SSE.

W.J. Collins returned to ship 48 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and foggy.

Light Southerly and Easterly airs.

Engaged in cleaning ship.

E. Packard, Oiler, and C.J. Johnson, Second-class Apprentice, were brought on board by police, having been 27 hours over liberty.

Absentees: C. Anderson, Coal Heaver, E. Hedberg, Coal Heaver, J. Dennis, Coxswain, D. Donovan, Chief Boatswain's Mate, E. Sherry, Private Marine, M. Conway, Oiler, and B. Nugent, Coxswain.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from SSE.

Sent a liberty party of 29 men on shore until tomorrow 7.30am.

The Captain of the Peruvian ship "Lima" paid an official visit on board.

The French gunboat "Champlain" came in from the Northward.

The English steamer "Gulf of Corcorado" [misspelled "Gulf of Corcovada"?] put to sea.

By order of Commanding Officer J. Dennis, Coxswain, was disrated to seaman, N.E. Gilchrist was rated Coxswain from Seaman.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light SSE wind.

At 5.00pm went to quarters and exercised divisions at setting up.

J.P. Laing, Apprentice, returned from liberty under influence of liquor and by order of Commanding Officer was placed under sentry's charge.

Absentees: C. Anderson, Coal Heaver, E. Hedberg, Coal Heaver, D. Donovan, Chief Boatswain's Mate, E. Sherry, Private Marine, M. Conway, Oiler, and B. Nugent, Coxswain.

J. Dennis, Coxswain, returned on board 28¾ hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, becoming foggy, fog heavy latter part of watch.

Light wind from SSE to SE.


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30 January 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.06, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy.

Light airs and breeze from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and foggy.

Light SE airs.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 94¼ pounds fresh beef and vegetables; and 77 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, with heavy fog bank outside.

Airs from SE to SSE.

D. Donovan, Chief Boatswain's Mate, B. Nugent, Captain of Forecastle, M. Conway, Oiler, and F.E. Sweeney, Private Marine, were brought on board by the police and a reward of ten dollars each (10 sols) was paid for their apprehension and delivery on board.

The Commander of the Peruvian man-o-war "Lima" paid an official visit on board.

The following men are absent without leave: E. Hedberg, Coal Heaver, C. Anderson, Coal Heaver, J.T. Caldwell, Coal Heaver, M. White, First-class Fireman, and T. Heslin, Oiler.

The Captain awarded the following punishments, for the offenses named: J. Reagan, Coal Heaver, hammock adrift, two hours' extra duty; and Wooley J.A., Landsman, late at mid-watch, one extra mid-watch.


Meridian to 4pm:

Foggy and warm.

Light airs and breeze from SSE.

Paymaster Martin and Surgeon Harmon returned from leave.

Chilean mail steamer "Mapocho" came in from the North.

Sent liberty party on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and foggy, clearing latter half of watch.

Light breeze from SSE.

Barometer rising.


8pm to midnight:

Generally cloudy and misty.

Light airs and breeze from SE.


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31 January 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.06, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Fair, dense mist on horizon.

SE airs.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and foggy.

Light airs from SE.

Barometer rising.

T. Heslin, Oiler, absent without leave, returned on board 24 hours over time.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 98¾ pounds fresh meat and vegetables each; and 79 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Misty and warm.

Light airs and breeze from SE.

At 9.30am the Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew at quarters.

Absentees T.J. Ryan, Landsman, F. Buckley, Second-class Fireman, H. Flynn, Coal Heaver, returned.

M. White, First-class Fireman, was brought on board by the police, 51 hours over time.

Released J. Saunders, Landsman, from confinement, his term having expired.

Sent liberty party [ashore].

Absentees: C. Anderson, Coal Heaver, E. Hedberg, Coal Heaver, J.T. Caldwell, Coal Heaver, J.T. Ashton, Water Tender, J.J. Burns, Second-class Fireman, S.L. Fleisher, Second-class Fireman, T. Larkins, First-class Fireman,

J. Burke, Second-class Fireman, M. Green, Corporal, J.P. Kelly, Private Marine, R. Williams, Seaman, J. Sullivan, Seaman, and C. Lutonacker [Lutanacker in log-book], Seaman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, low lying fog.

Light SE breeze.


4pm to 8pm:

Generally foggy, with light breeze from SSE.

Fog dense at close of watch.

Released J.B. Langford, Landsman, his term of confinement having expired.

V.C. Barrett, Ordinary Seaman, left ship without permission.


8pm to midnight:

Dense fog.

Light SSE wind.

V.C. Barrett, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board drunk.

By order of Commanding Officer placed him under sentry's charge for safe keeping.



LOGS FOR FEBRUARY 1892


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1 February 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.06, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy all watch.

Light airs from SE.


4am to 8am:

Foggy throughout watch.

Calm, with occasional light airs from SE.

At 7.25am U.S.S. "Boston" made dress signal 6187.

Liberty party returned, eight additional absentees.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and foggy.

SE airs.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Overhauled battery.

Absentees: J.J. Burns, Second-class Fireman, R. Williams, Seaman, J. Carlton, Private Marine, J. Ashton, Water Tender, J. Kelly, Private Marine, and J. Sullivan, Seaman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Foggy and warm.

Light breezes from SSE.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and foggy.

Light breeze from SE and SSE.

Evening quarters at 5.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Thick fog all watch.

Light breezes from SE.

By order of Commanding Officer placed in brig for safekeeping: J. Cosgrove, Coxswain; J.B. Langford, Landsman; C. Young, Ordinary Seaman; all drunk on duty.

J. Bradley, Private Marine, returned on board 12 hours over time, and J. Ashton, Water Tender, 36 hours over time.


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2 February 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.06, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, foggy and damp.

Light SSE airs.


4am to 8am:

Foggy.

SSE airs.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 96 pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 74 pounds of fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Foggy, clearing toward end of watch.

Light airs from SE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Exercised divisions as follows: 1st and 2nd Divisions sub-caliber practice; 3rd and Powder Divisions small arms.

By order of Commanding Officer the remainder of punishment of J. Cahill, Ordinary Seaman, was remitted and he was restored to duty.

By same authority place J. Langford, Landsman, and C. Young, Ordinary Seaman, under sentry's charge to await trial by Summary Court Martial.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and foggy latter part of watch.

Light SSE airs to SE winds.

Crew engaged in firing with sub-caliber.

Sent liberty party ashore.

Chilean steamer "Imperial" came in and anchored.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 700 cartridges .45 caliber; and 290 of .38 caliber.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and foggy.

Light breezes from SE and SSE.

J. Carlton, Private Marine, returned on board 34 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light SE winds.

Foggy and damp.


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3 February 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.06, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast with heavy mist.

Airs from SE.


4am to 8am:

Foggy first part, clearing last of watch.

Light airs from SE.

At 7.30am U.S.S. "Boston" made time and dress signal 6187.


8am to meridian:

Fair and warm.

Calm.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised divisions.

At 10.15am Summary Court Martial convened for trial of V.C. Barrett, Ordinary Seaman, and adjourned at 11.05am to await action of convening authority.

The following punishment was awarded by order of Commanding Officer: R. Klotz, Landsman, reduction to 4th class and one week's extra duty, for disobedience of orders by Captain of Afterguard.

At 8.45am loosed, and at 11.20am furled and unbent sails.

The following signals were made to U.S.S. "Boston": interrogatory 5455 and 5422; and answered by U.S.S. "Boston" to each by numeral 904.

Absentees: E. Hedberg, Coal Heaver, C. Anderson, Coal Heaver, J.F. Caldwell, Coal Heaver, J. Reagan, Coal Heaver, J. Burke, Second-class Fireman, J.J. Burns, Second-class Fireman, T. Larkins, First-class Fireman, E. Brennan, Boiler Maker, and J. Sullivan, Coal Heaver.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, the fog in banks outside occasionally blowing in the harbor for a short time.

The United States Minister to Peru, accompanied by the Secretary of his Legation, paid an official visit to the ship and when he left a salute of 15 guns was fired.

J.J. Burns, Second-class Fireman, 79 hours over time and J. Sullivan, Seaman, 77 hours over time, were brought on board by the police and a reward of ten sols was paid for each.

At 2.15pm U.S.S. "Boston" made signal 2984.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, foggy and damp.

Light airs from South and SW.

Went to quarters at 5.00pm and exercised crew at setting up drill.

Absentees over time same as forenoon watch, except J.J. Burns, Second-class Fireman, and J. Sullivan, Seaman, who returned.

Enlisted for the cruise of this vessel as Landsman: Andrew F. Heyl.

A number of barks came in from Southward.

E. Brennan, Boiler Maker, returned on board 12 hours over liberty.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, with fog coming in at intervals.

Airs from SE.


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4 February 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.06, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and foggy.

Light airs and breeze from SE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs from SE.

Barometer rising.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 95 pounds fresh meat and vegetables each; and 76 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with light SE and SSE winds.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Absentees: E. Hedberg, Coal Heaver, C. Anderson, Coal Heaver, J.F. Caldwell, Coal Heaver, J. Reagan, Coal Heaver, J. Burke, Second-class Fireman, T. Larkins, First-class Fireman, E. Donaldson, First-class Fireman, J. O'Connor, Ordinary Seaman, and P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker.

Had sub-caliber, six-inch, [practice] 2nd and 3rd Divisions, and with Gatling at 200 and 400 yards.

Expended 875 .45 caliber ball cartridges.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and warm.

Light breeze from South.

Exercised 2nd Division at sub-caliber practice, expending 40 .45 caliber ball cartridges.

The Prefect of the port visited the ship and was saluted on his departure with 15 guns, Peruvian flag at the fore.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, fog on horizon.

Light SW breeze.

The "Champlain" fired a salute of 7 guns, Peruvian flag at fore.

Evening quarters at 5.00pm, same absentees as in morning.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Light breeze from SSE.

E. Donaldson, First-class Fireman, returned 14 hours over time.


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5 February 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.06, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy.

Light SSE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Airs from SSE.

Mail steamer came in.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm.

Light airs from SSE.

At 9.30am exercised at fire quarters and closing watertight doors, times: 1st Division ready 6 minutes 2 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 48 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 21 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 40 seconds; Powder Division 0 minutes 39 seconds; Engineer Division 0 minutes 48 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 1 minute 37 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 21 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 56 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 17 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 30 seconds; Engineer's Division 0 minutes 33 seconds.

Watertight doors closed: starboard engine room 1 minute 38 seconds; port engine room 1 minute 29 seconds; berth deck 0 minutes 29 seconds.

At 10.30am a Summary Court Martial met on board for the trial of J.B. Langford, Landsman, and of such other persons as may be brought before it.

Court adjourned at 11.30am to meet at 1.00pm.

Exercised at sub-caliber practice, expending 1080 .45 caliber cartridges.

Absentees: J.F. Caldwell, Coal Heaver, E. Hedberg, Coal Heaver, C. Anderson, Coal Heaver, J. Reagan, Coal Heaver, J. Byrne, Coal Heaver, J. Burke, Second-class Fireman, T. Larkins, First-class Fireman, and J. Saunders, Landsman.

By order of the Commanding Officer M.H. Harris, Carpenter and Calker, was given two hours' extra duty, for not cleaning brightwork.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair.

Airs from SSE.

At 1.00pm Court Martial reconvened, finished trial of J.B. Langford, Landsman, and began trial of C.H. Young, Ordinary Seaman, adjourned at 2.50pm to meet at 10.00am tomorrow.

Marines and Engineer's force firing at targets, 150 yards, with 6-pounder sub-caliber.

Expended in Ordnance [Department]: 500 .45 caliber ball cartridges.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, warm and pleasant.

Light breeze from SE.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Exercised at sub-caliber practice, expending 80 .45 caliber cartridges.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, at end of watch foggy.

Light SSE breeze.


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6 February 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.06, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy all watch, lifting slightly third hour.

Light airs from SE.


4am to 8am:

Foggy throughout watch.

Light airs from SE.

Received 77 pounds bread and 96¼ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables.

At 7.55am U.S.S. "Boston" made dress signal 6187.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, warm.

Airs from SSE.

The Chilean steamer "Itata" came in from Valparaiso, bringing a small mail.

J. Caldwell, Coal Heaver, and J. Byrnes, Coal Heaver, were brought off by the police, and a reward of 20 sols each was paid for them.

The Captain declared C. Anderson, Coal Heaver, and E. Hedberg, Coal Heaver, to be deserters from this date.

The following men absent over time: J. Reagan, Coal Heaver, T. Larkins, First-class Fireman, J. Burke, Second-class Fireman, and J. Saunders, Landsman.

The wardroom officers paid a call upon the officers of the French gunboat "Champlain".

Observed two seals playing about the ship.

A Summery Court Martial met on board at 10.00am, and adjourned at 11.05am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breezes from SSE.

At 2.30pm French man-o-war "Champlain" went out to Northward.

Made international F.C.S.W., answered by "Champlain" R.S.J.

Mail steamer came in from Northward, and was boarded by officer.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SE.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, obscure moonlight.

Light breezes from SE.

Steamer went out to Southward.


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7 February 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.06, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Generally cloudy and foggy.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Mostly foggy, clearing partly towards end.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 98¾ pounds fresh beef; 95 pounds vegetables; and 79 pounds of bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and bright.

Light airs from SSE.

At 9.30am held preliminary inspection and then Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters, after which Articles for the Better Government of the Navy were read.

W. Toole, Water Tender, returned on board 4 hours over time.

At 10.00am U.S.S. "Boston" made [signal] geographic 6104.

Absentees: [left blank]


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and foggy.

Light SSE and SE breeze.

Sent liberty party ashore and visiting party to U.S.S. "Boston".

V.C. Barrett, Seaman, was this day discharged from this ship and the Naval Service in accordance with Department orders.


4pm to 8pm:

Foggy, clearing latter part of watch.

Light breeze from SE and South.


8pm to midnight:

Foggy and damp throughout watch.

Light South and SSE breeze.


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8 February 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.06, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Dense fog, clear at intervals overhead.

Airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Foggy till last hour, then clearing.

Calm.

At 7.30am U.S.S. "Boston" made time and dress signal, but it could not be read on account of fog.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light NW airs.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised divisions.

W. Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman, returned on board 1½ hours over time.

Absentees over time: T. Larkins, First-class Fireman, J. Burke, Second-class Fireman, J. Reagan, Coal Heaver, J. Saunders, Landsman, and P. Bruck, Private Marine.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, foggy.

Airs from WNW.

Discharged from this ship and the Naval Service W.C. Carson, Seaman, and W. O'Connell, Seaman, at their own request, and waiving consular aid and transportation.

At 3.30pm U.S.S. "Boston" made [signal] 2984.

Engaged examining ship's bottom, a diving apparatus having been borrowed from U.S.S. "Boston" for the purpose.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light SSE winds.

Taking in water from water boats alongside.

The sentences in the cases of J.B. Langford, Landsman, and C.H. Young, Ordinary Seaman, were read to them: to be discharged from the service, with Bad Conduct Discharge, upon arrival in the United States and to lose 3 months' pay, and by order of Commanding Officer they were released from confinement and restored to duty.

Went to quarters at 5.00pm and exercised at setting up drill.

Absentees as in forenoon watch.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, moonlight.

Airs from SSE.

Received on board 12,000 gallons fresh water for steaming purposes.


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9 February 1892

At anchor Callao harbor and off Callao harbor, Peru

Lat -12.06, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Generally overcast and damp.

Light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Thick fog throughout watch.

Calm and light SSE airs.

Making preparations for getting under way.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 93¾ pounds fresh beef and vegetables; and 75 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Heavy fog until near noon, when it lifted.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, the following men absent over time: T. Larkins, First-class Fireman, J. Burke, Second-class Fireman, P. Bruck, Private Marine, J. Reagan, Coal Heaver, and J. Saunders, Landsman.

By order of Commanding Officer H.F. Laing, Apprentice, was given 3 mid-watch lookouts, for going below while on messenger watch.

Drilled the divisions.

Boarded the mail steamer "Coquimbo" from Valparaiso.

At 11.00am banked fires, and at 11.55am spread fires and made preparations to get under way.

Calm.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and warm.

Light airs to gentle breeze from SE to South by East.

At 1.15pm called all hands up anchor and stood to the Northward out of Callao harbor.

At 2.15pm came to with port anchor in 7½ fathoms and veered to 30 fathoms chain.

Draft forward 13 feet 4 inches, aft 16 feet 3 inches.

Bearings at anchor: lighthouse San Lorenzo S42°W, first hill North of Callao S80°E, true.

Sent out target and anchored it 1500 yards West by South from ship, and planted two buoys 1500 yards from ship, one bearing North by West, the other South by East.

Made preparations for target practice.

Banked fires.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light breeze from South.

Ship rolling lightly.


8pm to midnight:

Fair and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from SSE.


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10 February 1892

At anchor off Callao harbor, Peru

Lat -11.96, Long -77.15


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy.

Calm and light airs from SSE.

Moon, mostly obscured, set about 3.50am.


4am to 8am:

Fog all around in vicinity until 1.45am [sic], when shut in thick.

Airs from SSE.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm, foggy first half.

Light breeze from South and SSE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

At 10.00am began target practice, target at 1500 yards.

Fired nine shots from each starboard 6-inch gun, using common shell, five shots being fired by the gun captain and four by the second captain.

Expended 16 reduced charges and 11 full charges and 27 common shell, 24 percussion primers and 4 electric primers.

Absentees: J. Reagan, Coal Heaver, J. Saunders, Landsman, J. Langford, Landsman, and P. Bruck, Private Marine.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with airs from South to light breeze from SSE.

Resumed target practice with port main battery, steaming at 7 knots, on a line parallel to boats, distance from 2100 to 1500 yards.

Turned ship and completed practice with starboard main battery under similar conditions.

Anchored at about 1000 yards from target, and at end of watch began secondary battery practice from anchor.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 6 42-pound charges; 12 32-pound charges; 18 common shell; 30 percussion vent-sealing primers.

Let go port anchor in 9 fathoms water, veering 30 fathoms chain, mud and fine sandy bottom, close to yesterdays anchorage.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and warm, fog last half.

Exercised at target practice with the secondary battery.

Expended 49 6-pounder charges, 47 37 millimeter revolving cannon charges, 56 3-pounder charges and 20 1-pounder charges.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and foggy, moon occasionally visible.

Calms and airs from SE and SSE.


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11 February 1892

At anchor off Callao harbor, Peru

Lat -11.96, Long -77.15


Midnight to 4am:

Partially cloudy, with light fog.

Calm first part, then light airs from NW.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and foggy.

Calm throughout the watch.

Got out steam launch.


8am to meridian:

Fair and warm.

Calm and light airs.

Low lying fog.

Resumed target practice and expended in Ordnance [Department]: 30 3-pounder and 32 1-pounder cartridges common shell.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear first hour, then thick fog.

Light airs and breezes from WSW and West by South.

At 1.00pm sent out observation boats and hove up anchor, letting go without catting on account of thick fog.

Recalled and hoisted boats and banked fires.

Enormous schools of sardines passing ship the last two hours.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, mostly calm.

Exercised with Very's night signals.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters, same absentees as in morning.


8pm to midnight:

Damp, with heavy fog last hour.

Light airs from SSE.

Steamer went out to Southward.

Using Very's night signals for exercise.


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12 February 1892

At anchor off Callao harbor, Peru, and off San Lorenzo Island

Lat -12.07, Long -77.21


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light Easterly airs.

Steamer from Northward standing into Callao.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, low lying mist.

SE airs.


8am to meridian:

Low lying mist first part, then clearing to light haze.

Light airs from SSE.

At 8.30am commenced practice with secondary battery.

At 9.00am got under way and continued practice with secondary batter, steaming between observation boats at speed 8 knots.

At 10.15am picked up boats and target, and stood over toward anchorage at San Lorenzo, anchoring in 7½ fathoms water, sandy bottom, veering to 30 fathoms on port chain.

Bearings at anchorage: San Lorenzo lighthouse N84°W and Galera Point lighthouse S45°W (true).

Expended 50 6-pounder, 20 3-pounder and 16 37 millimeter common shell.

J. Reagan, Coal Heaver, and J. Saunders, Landsman, absent without leave.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, hot.

Light SE breeze.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SW.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light Southerly airs.

Steamer coming in from the Southward at end of watch.


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13 February 1892

At anchor off San Lorenzo Island

Lat -12.07, Long -77.21


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from South.


4am to 8am:

Partially clear, hazy.

Calm and light airs from ENE.

Pacific Steam Navigation Company steamer came in from Northward.

Sent boat for mail.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light airs from ENE and NE.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 92½ pounds fresh beef; 96 pounds vegetables; and 74 pounds bread.


Meridian to 4pm:

Warm and pleasant.

Airs from NE.

Mail steamer from Panama came in.

An American ship outside working in.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light SSW breeze.

J. Saunders, Landsman, returned aboard 8 days and 8 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, moonlight.

Light breeze from SSW.

Two steamers passed out.


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14 February 1892

At anchor off San Lorenzo Island, Peru

Lat -12.07, Long -77.21


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, with bright moonlight, and gentle to light breeze from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, warm.

Light SSW breeze.

Barometer rising.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Airs from WNW and NE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

J.B. Langford, Landsman, absent over time.

The Captain inspected the ship and crew.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 92½ pounds fresh beef; 92½ pounds fresh vegetables; and 74 pounds fresh bread.

Released prisoners and exercised them, and then returned them to confinement.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, warm and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from NE.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SSE.

British steamer "Gulf of Akaba" came in.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, with bright moonlight, and light airs and breeze from SE and SSE.


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15 February 1892

At anchor off San Lorenzo Island, Peru

Lat -12.07, Long -77.21


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, bright star and moonlight.

Light SW breeze.

Tide rips all watch.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Airs from SW and calms.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light airs to gentle breeze from SE and SW.

Sent First Division ashore on San Lorenzo Island for target practice and exercised Second Division at revolver practice on board.

Sent down diver from sailing launch with diving apparatus to examine ship's side on port quarter.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from SW to SE.

Sent Powder and First Divisions on shore for rifle practice.

Had revolver practice from ship with Third Division.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SSW.

First and Powder Divisions ashore at target practice on San Lorenzo Island and Second Division exercising at revolver practice on board.

Expended during day: 790 .45 caliber and 125 .38 caliber cartridges.

Received 2000 pounds saltwater soap, 391 pounds tobacco and 220 pounds sugar.


8pm to midnight:

Clear.

Moon rose about 8.30pm.

Light SSW breeze.


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16 February 1892

At anchor off San Lorenzo Island, Peru

Lat -12.07, Long -77.21


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, bright moonlight.

Calm and light airs from South.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Calm, with occasional light airs.


8am to meridian:

Clear, low mist.

Calms and light airs, varying in direction.

Resumed rifle practice, Powder and 1st Divisions on shore, revolver practice (3rd and 2nd Divisions) on board.

Commanding Officer awarded punishment as follows: T. Jones, Coal Heaver, absent from Sunday inspection, monthly money and liberty stopped for two months.

Absentee: J.B. Langford, Landsman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, slight haze around horizon.

Light airs from SW.

2nd Division and 1st Division of Engineers firing at range ashore, Powder Division at revolver practice on board.

Steamer went out to Northward.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, with light airs, varying in direction.

Target parties returned.

Expended during day: 1100 .45 caliber ball cartridges; 375 .38 caliber ball cartridges; and 500 .22 caliber ball cartridges.

Received in Paymaster's and Engineer's Departments stores as follows: 500 pounds sugar; and 200 cases olive oil.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and damp.

Light breezes from SSE.

Moon rose at 8.20pm.

Mail steamer went out to Northward.


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17 February 1892

At anchor off San Lorenzo Island, Peru

Lat -12.07, Long -77.21


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light South breeze.

Steamer came in from Southward.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with SE airs.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and bright.

Light airs from NE and North.

2nd Division and 1st Division of Engineers at target practice San Lorenzo, Marine Guard practicing with pistol from ship.

Divers at work till 11.00am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light SW breeze.

Sent 2nd and 3rd Divisions ashore for target practice and exercised Engineer's Division with revolver firing.

Taking in water from water boat alongside.

Received in Equipment Department: 2000 gallons.

An English bark and ship stood out.

Diver went down under bottom at 2.05pm and stopped work at 3.50pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, warm and bright.

Light to gentle breezes from South and SE by South.

Received 5000 gallons fresh water in boilers.

Expended in target practice 1000 rifle ball cartridges caliber .45 and 350 ball cartridges caliber .38.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, moonlight.

Light SE breeze.

Steamer went out standing to Southward.


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18 February 1892

At anchor off San Lorenzo Island, Peru

Lat -12.07, Long -77.21


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light wind from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Partially clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SSW.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Light airs from SW.

2nd and 3rd Divisions ashore firing, Engineer's Division firing with revolver from ship.

Started diving at 9am, finished at 11.30am.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 95 pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 76 pounds fresh bread.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Light SW wind.

Third Division and the Marines at target practice on the island.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle South breeze.

Steamer stood out to Southward.

Went to quarters at 5.25pm and served out clean hammocks.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, fog hovering over the island.

Light South wind.

A steamer passed out to the Northward.


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19 February 1892

At anchor off San Lorenzo Island, Peru

Lat -12.07, Long -77.21


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and misty.

Moderate to gentle breeze from SSW and SW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Winds from SW and calm.

Steamer came in from Southward.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from NW.

Exercising firing at target on the island and with pistols from the ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and warm.

Light airs to gentle breeze from North by West to SE by South.

Sent Third Division, Marines and Second Division of Engineer's force ashore for target practice, and exercised officers and the Second Division at musket practice on board, using floating target 300 yards distant.

Expended 1200 .45 caliber ball cartridges and 250 .38 caliber ball cartridges.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light wind from NNW and later from South.

J. Foley, Second-class Fireman, returned from target practice on island in an intoxicated condition and was put in the cell for safe keeping.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty.

Breeze light to moderate from SE.

A steamer came in from the Southward.


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20 February 1892

At anchor off San Lorenzo Island and Callao harbor, Peru

Lat -12.07, Long -77.21


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with gentle breeze from South.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Light breeze from South.

Hove in to 15 fathoms on port chain.

A mail steamer came in from the Southward.


8am to meridian:

Fair and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from South.

At 8.15am called all hands, weighed anchor and stood over towards Callao.

At 8.30am made general signal interrogatory 1211, U.S.S. "Boston" answered 904.

At 8.45am came to with port anchor in 6 fathoms water and veered to 30 fathoms chain.

At 9.00am U.S.S. "Boston" made general signal 1087.

Bearings at anchor: floating dock NNE¾E, San Lorenzo lighthouse West by South, castle East by S¼S (all magnetic).

Draft forward 13 feet 2 inches, aft 16 feet 1 inch.

Received 95 pounds fresh beef and vegetables each, and 76 pounds bread.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with light breeze from SSE.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 144 pounds tea.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light breezes and airs from SSE.

Chilean mail steamer "Mapocho" came in.


8pm to midnight:

Heavy dew, bright starlight.

SSE airs.


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21 February 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cool and damp, obscure moonlight.

Light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Foggy and cool.

Light airs from SSE.

Received 95 pounds each fresh beef and vegetables, and 76 pounds bread.

At 7.25am U.S.S. "Boston" made dress signal 4112.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy.

Calms and light Southerly airs and winds.

At 9.30am Commander inspected ship and crew at quarters, after which held general muster.

Absent without leave: J.B. Langford, Landsman, and O. Olsen, Gunner's Mate.

By order of Commanding Officer released J. Foley, Second-class Fireman, and placed D. Bagley under sentry's charge for safe keeping.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and bright.

Light breezes from South.

Sent liberty party ashore.

D. Bagley, Landsman, released from confinement.

Brig standing in from Northward.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, with light ESE breeze.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and damp.

Light breezes from SSE.

Steamer came in from Southward.


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22 February 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Generally cloudy and damp, overcast last hour.

Light SSE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy.

Light SW breeze.

At 6.00am, following Senior Officer, dressed ship rainbow fashion.

Steamer entering last night proved to be H.M.S. "Warspite", flying flag of Admiral Hotham.


8am to meridian:

First part overcast and foggy, then clear and bright.

Light breeze from SSE.

At 9.30am inspected ship and crew at quarters, J. Sweeny, Private Marine, and J. Schilperoot, Landsman, absent without leave, the latter subsequently returned 3 hours over time.

At 8.00am H.M.S. "Warspite" dressed ship in honor of Washington's birthday.

J. Gabel, Armorer, reported his time of enlistment expired.

At 8.00am H.M.S. "Warspite" fired 21 guns, Peruvian flag at main, and U.S.S. "Boston" fired a salute of 13 guns, which was returned by H.M.S. "Warspite" gun for gun.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from SSE and South.

At noon a salute of 21 guns was fired by this vessel and also by U.S.S. "Boston" and H.M.S. "Warspite".

The Prefect of Callao sent an officer to call on the Commanding Officer in honor of the day.

Commanding Officer paid an official visit to H.M.S. "Warspite".

Sent liberty party ashore, and visiting party to U.S.S. "Boston".

J. Sweeney, Private Marine, returned on board 6½ hours over time.

J. Schilperoot, Landsman, was this day discharged from this vessel and the Naval Service at his own request.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SSE and South.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, heavy dew.

Light SSE breeze.


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23 February 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy.

Light SE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Foggy, sun breaking through last hour.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 95 pounds beef; 95 pounds vegetables; and 76 pounds bread.

At 7.30am U.S.S. "Boston" made time and dress signal 6175.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm and light NW airs.

Went to quarters at 9.30am, overhauled battery and exercised Powder Division and Marines at small arms.

English steamer "Pizarro" came in from Southward.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, warm.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 2200 gallons fresh water.

At 1.00pm U.S.S. "Boston" made signal 1017, and at 8.28pm 2984.

Aired bedding.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light SSE breezes.

Chilean steamer "Latauro" and English steamer "Gulf of Guinea" left harbor.

Went to quarters at 5.00pm and exercised at setting up drill.

At 4.00pm U.S.S. "Boston" made general signal 1017.

Exercised at closing watertight doors.

Times: berth deck 1 minute 2 seconds; starboard engine room 1 minute 21 seconds; port engine room 1 minute 23 seconds.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, damp.

Light breeze from SSE.


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24 February 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and foggy.

Light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and pleasant.

Calm and light SE airs.

At 7.25am U.S.S. "Boston" made time and dress signal geographic 6189.


8am to meridian:

Warm and pleasant.

Airs from SSE and South.

At 9.30am inspected quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

The [Central and South American] Telegraph [Company] steamer "Retriever" went over to San Lorenzo and anchored.

An Argentine barque came in and anchored.

Sent portions of Engineer's and Marine Divisions to San Lorenzo for target practice.

Exercised First Division at firing at target from ship at 300 yards.

A lighter with stores alongside, but not completely discharged.

Paymaster Martin returned from leave.

The Captain gave J.J. Ryan, Landsman, two hours' extra duty, for being slow in manning gear.

J. Gabel, Armorer, was discharged from the Naval Service from the 22nd of this month.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light breeze from SSE.

Exercised Second Division at target practice on board with musket, and Marines and Engineer's Division ashore on San Lorenzo Island.

Received 24 coal baskets, 8 gallons asphaltum varnish, 475 pounds yellow ochre in paint, 25 pounds yellow ochre in powder, and 10 gallons Japan Drier.

Also 11 barrels white sugar, 4 barrels white beans, 3 barrels molasses, 17 cases vegetables, 14 cases pickles, and 6 pounds tea.

Diver examining ship's bottom on starboard quarter.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SSE.

The [Central and South American] Telegraph [Company] steamer "Retriever" returned inside to her anchorage.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs from SSE, calm latter half.


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25 February 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Calm.

Cloudy and misty.

Ship swung from South to North through by West during first half.

Moon rose behind cloud bank about 3.15am.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Calm.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 93¾ pounds fresh beef; 93¾ pounds fresh vegetables; and 75 pounds fresh bread.

At 7.30am U.S.S. "Boston" made time and dress signal 6187.


8am to meridian:

Fair and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from South by East and South.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised divisions at divisional drills.

Absentee: J. Gallagher, Coal Heaver.

Exercised division of Engineer's force at .45 caliber target practice on board.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with light SSE breeze.

Resumed target practice, Engineer's and 3rd Divisions, 300 yards, floating B target.

J. Holden and E. Packard, Oiler, diving examining propellers.

Expended during day 220 .45 caliber ball cartridges.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light breeze and airs from SSE.


8pm to midnight:

First half fair with lightning to NE, later half foggy.

SE airs.


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26 February 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Partially cloudy and damp, heavy fog at times.

Light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Foggy throughout watch.

Light airs from SSE.

H.M.S. "Warspite" went out at 6.15am.

At 7.25am U.S.S. "Boston" made dress signal 6187.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and misty.

SSE airs.

At 9.30am went to fire quarters for exercise, times as follows:

Ready: 1st Division 3 minutes 52 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 11 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 29 seconds; Powder Division 3 minutes 37 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 34 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 22 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: berth deck 1 minute 9 seconds; starboard engine room 0 minute 28 seconds; port engine room 39 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 5 minutes 59 seconds; 2nd Division 4 minutes 26 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 55 seconds; Powder Division 3 minutes 9 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 39 seconds; and Engineer's Division 1 minute 2 seconds.

Absentees: J. Gallagher, Coal Heaver, and M. McGinley, Second-class Fireman.

Commanding Officer awarded punishments as follows: D. Bradley, Private Marine, slow in obeying orders, 10 days' extra duty; R. Klotz, Landsman, and J.A. Wooley, Landsman, fighting, 3 mid-watches each; A. Hasler, Seaman Apprentice First-class, absent from station, 2 extra watches; W.H. Sellers, Ordinary Seaman, slow manning boat, wearing dirty clothes, slow when sent to shift, 2 hours' extra duty; J. Kelly, Private Marine, not reporting boat time, monthly money stopped for 1 month.

Peruvian Minister of Foreign Relations came on board.


Meridian to 4pm:

Hazy, but pleasant weather.

Light breezes from SSE.

Peruvian Minister of Foreign Relations left ship; and fired a salute of 17 guns, Peruvian flag at fore.

Powder Division firing at target from ship.

Divers at work from 1.00pm till end of watch.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with light SSE breeze.

Expended during day in Ordnance [Department]: 140 .45 caliber ball cartridges.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy and damp.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.

J. Gallagher, Coal Heaver, and M. McGinley, Second-class Fireman, returned on board, the former 15 hours and the latter 40 hours over time.

Steamer came in from Northward.


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27 February 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light SSE airs.

Lightning first two hours.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty.

SSE airs.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 91¼ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 73 pounds of soft bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and warm.

Light airs from South.

Steamer "Itata" came in from Northward bringing mail.

A tramp steamer came in from Southward.

Received in Engineer's Department: 20 gallons olive oil.

Marine Guard firing at floating target.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light SSE breeze.

Marines and 3rd Division firing at target from ship.

German bark left the harbor, and a Peruvian brig came in.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.

At 5.30pm U.S.S. "Boston" got under way and stood out for Panama.

Made [signal] international F.C.S.W., U.S.S. "Boston" answered R.S.J.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, heavy dew.

Light SSE breeze.

Steamer left the harbor and stood to the Southward.


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28 February 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather, light fog last half of watch.

Light breeze from SSE.

A steamer came in from the Northward.


4am to 8am:

Foggy and calm.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 93¾ pounds beef; 93¾ pounds vegetables; and 75 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light Southerly airs.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew.

French steamer came in from Northward.

Sent steam launch out in search of Grace Brothers' boat which had been reported as missing with four men.

The latter boat was picked up and towed into the harbor by the French steamer.


Meridian to 4pm:

Warm and pleasant.

Light breeze from South.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

Steam cutter not yet returned.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light Southerly breeze.

French steamer left the harbor.

Steam launch returned.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, hazy.

Airs from SSE.


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29 February 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Calm.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from WNW to NW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

The Captain assigned the following punishments in the cases named: P.T. Harris, Landsman, striking another man with a bowl, 10 mid-watches; C.J. Winestock, Seaman, refusing to obey orders of Master-at-Arms, monthly money stopped for one month; James Dwyer, Master-at-Arms, striking the Captain of Hold and taking from him key of pump, suspended from duty till further orders; J. Lloyd, Seaman, leaving boat without permission, monthly money stopped for one month.

Received on board 2375 gallons fresh water for drinking purposes.

The Captain disrated R.J. Cooney, Captain of the Hold, to Seaman.

The Master-at-Arms was restored to duty.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and warm.

Calm first hour, afterward light breeze from South.

Exercised Third Division at .45 caliber target practice on Island of San Lorenzo.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from South.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp.

Light breeze and airs from SE.



LOGS FOR MARCH 1892


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1 March 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, foggy.

Light to gentle SSE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and foggy.

Airs from SSE.

A Chilean steamer came in from the Northward.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department the following fresh provisions: 93¾ pounds beef; 93¾ pounds vegetables; and 75 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm.

Light airs from South and SSE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised divisions at divisional drills.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and misty.

Light SSE breezes.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and damp.

Light breeze from SSE.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and foggy.

Light SSE breeze.


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2 March 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cool and partly cloudy.

Light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp.

Calm first hour, afterwards light airs from SSE.

A German steamer came in from the Southward.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and misty.

Southerly airs.

At 9.30am had quarters for inspection, and drilled divisions: 1st at great guns, 2nd single sticks; 3rd and Navigator's bayonet exercise; Powder same; Marine Guard pulling in 2nd cutter.

The Commanding Officer assigned punishments as follows: J. Brown, Landsman, lazy and neglecting to clean his station, liberty and money stopped, also mid-watches till further orders; C. Barnes, Second-class Apprentice, dirty working clothes at inspection, ten mid-watches and scrub clothes every morning under charge of Ship's Corporal.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SSE and South.

Received in Engineer's Department: 100 pounds oatmeal.

Bending sail.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, with light breeze from South.

Received in Engineer's Department: 100 pounds of oatmeal.

Made preparations for coaling, and bent sail.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from SSE.


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3 March 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Damp.

Light SSE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Fair, with light SSE breeze.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 95 pounds fresh beef; 95 pounds fresh vegetables; 76 pounds soft bread.

Received two lighters alongside said to contain 75 tons of coal, which from 6.30am to 7.15am began discharging, working bags and whips with steam capstan.


8am to meridian:

Clear and bright.

Light airs and breezes from SSE and South.

Coaling ship from lighter on port side using whips forward and baskets aft.

At end of watch about 80 tons on board.

American steamer "Santa Maria" came in from Southward.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, hot.

Light South breeze.

Taking in water from boats alongside.

Finished coaling at 2.15pm, having received in all 93 tons 2195 pounds.

Received in Paymaster's Department: six cases butter.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from SE by East.

Received in Engineer's Department 14,200 gallons fresh water for boiler and drinking.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light SSE breeze.

Barometer steady.


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4 March 1892

At anchor Callao, Peru, and at sea, making passage to Acapulco, Mexico

Lat -11.83, Long -77.39


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Light breezes from SSE and South.

Making preparations for sea.

Pacific Steam Navigation Company steamer came in from Northward.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs to breezes from SSE and SW.

At 9.45am got under way and stood out of Callao harbor.

At 10.05am took departure, dry dock bore S67°E, San Lorenzo S63°W (true), ship's head NW¾W (per compass), put over patent log reading 72.4.

At 11.00am lost sight of San Lorenzo in fog bearing SE by South.

At noon largest of Pescadores Islands [Pescodores Islands in log-book] bore N10°E (true), ship's head NW¾W (per compass).

Draft forward 13 feet 10 inches, aft 16 feet 3 inches.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 78.5, vacuum 25 inches.

By order of Commanding Officer J. Wright, Ordinary Seaman, T. Brady, Private Marine, and W. Burnett, Seaman, were released from confinement and made prisoners at large to avoid injuring their health.


Meridian to 4pm:

Warm and pleasant.

Light SW breeze.

At 2.00pm made Mazorca Island half a point on starboard bow, and at 2.15pm made Pelado Island bearing (per compass) WNW¾W.

Soon after made land back of Mazorca Island and along to the Northward.

At 2.30pm made all sail.

At 3.35pm on a line between Mazorca Island and Pelado Island.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 87.4, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and damp, foggy last half hour.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

At 4.50pm took in all sail.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 88, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Dense fog.

Light SE breeze.

Steering NW¾W per standard [compass].

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 88, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Foggy.

Light airs and breezes from SE.

Steaming under two boilers.

Running through flocks of birds on the water.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 90.4, vacuum 27 inches.


Pelado Island is also known as Islote Pelado.


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5 March 1892

At sea, making passage to Acapulco, Mexico

Lat -8.98, Long -80.11


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and foggy, clearing last hour.

Gentle SE breeze.

Under steam on course NW¾W.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 92, vacuum 25 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, pleasant weather.

Light SE breeze.

At 6.30am passed an English steamer bound to the Southward and Eastward.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 90.4, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm.

Gentle breeze from East and SE.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were inflicted: C. Barnes, Second-class Apprentice, gross inattention at drill, reduced to 4th class; J. Cosgrove, Coxswain, drunk on duty, disrated to Seaman and 3 weeks' extra duty; J. Sullivan, Seaman, drunk on duty, reduced to 4th class and 3 weeks' extra duty.

By order of Commanding Officer the following changes in ratings were made: A.S. Williams, Captain of Tops to Armorer; J. Dennis, Ordinary Seaman to Captain of Tops; C.J. Winestock, Seaman to Coxswain; J. Cosgrove, Coxswain to Seaman; and E. Hannis, Ordinary Seaman to Captain of Hold.

At 10.10am stopped starboard engine and at 10.15am went ahead again, at 10.25am stopped starboard engine and at 10.30am went ahead again, the stopping in both cases being in order to set up a bolt on crosshead of circulating pump.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 84.1, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with light breeze from East and SE.

Steering per standard [compass] NW¾W.

Southerly swell.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 85.4, vacuum 25 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Partially cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle breezes from East.

Following swell.

Steam in two boilers, using blowers at times.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 83.7, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle to moderate East breeze.

On course NW¾W, under steam alone.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 83.4, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, moon shining through cirrus clouds.

Observed the constellation of the dipper.

Moderate breeze from ESE.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 88.2, vacuum 24 inches.


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6 March 1892

At sea, making passage to Acapulco, Mexico

Lat -6.27, Long -82.54


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from ESE.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 85.4, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with light breeze, falling to light airs from ESE.

Steering NW¾W per standard [compass].

At 7.30am began swinging for compass deviation, slowing to half speed.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 85.9, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs from ESE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Commanding Officer inspected crew and ship.

Read Articles for the Better Government of the Navy.

Steering NW¾W per standard [compass].

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 80, vacuum 25 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, hot.

Airs from ESE to SE.

Sea smooth.

Nothing in sight.

At 12.35pm changed course to NW¼W.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 90.5, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and warm.

Light to gentle breeze from SE.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 90.5, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear, bright star and moonlight.

Light SSW breeze.

Steering NW¼W per standard [compass].

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 89, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Light SSW breeze.

On course NW¼W per standard [compass].

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 90.8, vacuum 26 inches.


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7 March 1892

At sea, making passage to Acapulco, Mexico

Lat -3.26, Long -85.10


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Light wind from South to SW.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 91.5, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light breeze and airs from SW, SE and North.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 91.5, vacuum 25.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fair and hot.

Light airs to light breeze from North.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, inspected and drilled divisions.

By order of Commanding Officer made changes in ratings as follows: M. Clancy, Second-class Fireman to First-class Fireman to date from February 2nd; O. Anderson, Landsman to Ordinary Seaman, February 27th; J.B. Regler, Landsman to Ordinary Seaman, March 2nd; A. Nickerson, Seaman to Quartermaster, March 5th; A.S. Williams, Captain of Tops to Armorer, March 1st; J. Dennis, Ordinary Seaman to Captain of Tops, March 1st; J. Fagan, Coal Heaver to Second-class Fireman, March 1st; G. Huffington, Ordinary Seaman to Seaman, March 1st; A. McNichol, Ordinary Seaman to Seaman, March 1st; D. Bagley, Landsman to Ordinary Seaman, March 1st; and F.W. Davis, Landsman to Ordinary Seaman, March 1st.

Steering NW¼W per standard [compass].

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 89.4, vacuum 25 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and hot.

Light North airs.

At 12.30pm changed course to NW.

Under steam alone.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 90.6, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Pleasant weather, hot.

Airs from South.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 82.4, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 86.3, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear first three hours, with bright moon and starlight, cloudy last hour, moon occasionally obscured.

Calms and light airs varying in directions.

Steering NW per standard [compass].

Long SSW swell.

Steam pressure 90 pounds, revolutions 89.5, vacuum 25 inches.


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8 March 1892

At sea, making passage to Acapulco, Mexico

Lat 0.07, Long -87.52


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and hazy.

Light NW airs.

Moon set at 2.05am.

Steering NW per standard [compass].

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 90.3, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Calm.

Saw a large school of porpoises and passed close by a turtle in company of a shark.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 88.1, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm.

Calm.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised divisions at divisional drills.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 88.5, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and hot.

Calm.

Steering NW per standard [compass].

Passed many turtles.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 91.4, vacuum 25 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and warm.

Calm and light Westerly airs.

Mustered at quarters at 5.00pm and exercised at setting up drill.

Practiced at "man overboard".

Dropped both buoys and both lifeboats.

Steam 96 pounds, revolutions 83.2, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, hot.

Calm.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 91.5, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs to gentle breeze from West.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 87, vacuum 26 inches.


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9 March 1892

At sea, making passage to Acapulco, Mexico

Lat 2.86, Long -89.93


Midnight to 4am:

Mostly cloudy, with obscured moonlight until 3.00am, when moon set behind cloud bank.

Gentle breeze from West.

Steering NW per standard [compass].

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 90, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Gentle West breeze to moderate SSW breeze.

At 7.15am set all sail, except jib.

At end of watch under sail, except jib, and steam.

Course NW.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 92.1, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast by clouds, pleasant, warm.

Moderate breeze from SSW, shifting to WSW and becoming lighter.

At 11.00am took in and furled the sails.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and drilled the divisions.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 89.3, vacuum 25 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and warm.

Light breeze from WSW.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 89, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, with airs to light breeze from West.

Passed numbers of cormorants on floating driftwood.

Steering NW per standard [compass].

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 87, vacuum 25.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Breezes and airs from West and North.

Exercised apprentices of watch at night signals.

On course NW per standard [compass].

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 77.7, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with light drizzling rain, continuing steadily after first hour.

Wind light from NNW to NE.

Steam 88 pounds, revolutions 81.5, vacuum 26 inches.


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10 March 1892

At sea, making passage to Acapulco, Mexico

Lat 5.58, Long -92.18


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and raining.

Light to gentle breeze from NE.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 87.7, vacuum 24.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy.

Gentle NE breeze.

Steering NW per standard [compass].

By order of Commanding Officer placed J. Wright, Ordinary Seaman, and J. Dennis, Captain of Tops, under sentry's charge for safe keeping, having been found drunk.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 87.9, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Gentle to moderate North breeze.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and instructed divisions.

Steering NW per standard [compass].

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 88.2, vacuum 25 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate NE wind.

At 1.00pm set all sails.

Instructed apprentices at signals.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 85.7, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from NE.

Steam 89 pounds, revolutions 86, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair, with obscured moon and starlight.

Moderate NE breeze.

Steering NW per standard [compass].

All sail.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 87.2, vacuum 25 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Fresh NE breeze.

On course NW per standard [compass].

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 92.2, vacuum 24 inches.


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11 March 1892

At sea, making passage to Acapulco, Mexico

Lat 8.35, Long -94.53


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Fresh NE breeze.

Moonlight.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 89.9, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fair and pleasant.

Stiff breeze from NE by East.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 89.9, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with stiff NE breeze.

Steering NW per standard [compass].

At 9.30am went to general quarters and exercised divisions, times as follows, cast loose and proved: 1st Division 4 minutes 31 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 53 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 39 seconds; Powder Division 3 minutes 2 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 46 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 56 seconds; Marines 1 minute 57 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 2 minutes 51 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 28 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 39 seconds; Powder Division 4 minutes 56 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 47 seconds; Engineer's Division 0 minutes 41 seconds; Marines 2 minutes 39 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: starboard engine room 9 seconds; port engine room 17 seconds; berth deck 21 seconds.

At 10.15am stopped both engines to try steering and sailing qualities, made speed at rate of 2.2 knots per hour, carrying weather helm about 20°, all sail.

Went ahead again at 10.30am.

Steam 83 pounds, revolutions 79, vacuum 25 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Fresh NE breeze.

At 2.00pm called away all boats armed and equipped.

Sighted a brigantine standing to the Southward.

At end of watch brigantine about 3 points abaft starboard beam.

Instructed landsmen and apprentices of watch on compass.

At 12.30pm changed course to NW½N, under steam and all sail.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 86, vacuum 24 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Pleasant, squally weather.

Wind freshening in squalls and backing to NNE.

Sea increasing.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

At 5.45pm took in and furled topsails and jib.

Steam 91 pounds, revolutions 82.5, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair and squally.

Very fresh breeze from NNE.

At 6.50pm took in spanker and fore trysail.

Steam 91 pounds, revolutions 83, vacuum 24.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fair, with moon occasionally obscured.

Fresh NE breeze.

Moderate sea.

Steering NW½N per standard [compass].

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 85.4, vacuum 25 inches.


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12 March 1892

At sea, making passage to Acapulco, Mexico

Lat 10.96, Long -96.70


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Fresh NE breeze.

Bright moonlight.

Under steam, main trysail and staysail on course NW½N.

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 81.8, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Strong wind from NNE.

Sea rough.

Ship making good weather and taking but little water aboard.

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 80, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Moderate gale from NE.

Steam 88 pounds, revolutions 80.4, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, with fresh to stiff NE and NNE breeze.

Steering NW½N until 12.40pm, then NW by North.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 87.7, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear, with fresh NNE breeze.

Steering NW by North.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 86.1, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Wind and sea moderating.

Moonlight.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 84.5, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Stiff breeze from NE.

At 8.20pm changed course to NNW¾W.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 90.5, vacuum 26 inches.


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13 March 1892

At sea, making passage to Acapulco, Mexico

Lat 14.37, Long -98.57


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, with bright moonlight.

Moderate swell.

Steering NNW¾W per standard [compass].

First hour stopped port engine for 15 minutes to set up nuts in forward independent pump.

Made all sail.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 91.4, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Gentle NNE breeze, shifting to light breeze from North.

At 5.00am took in all sail.

Steering NNW¾W per standard [compass].

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 87.6, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Light wind from NNE to NW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, the Captain inspecting the ship and crew.

Saw a number of turtles.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 92.1, vacuum 25.6 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs and breeze from NW and WNW.

At 3.15pm began swinging ship under charge of Navigator.

Lowered lifeboat to hunt for turtles.

At 3.15pm hauled in patent log, reading 73.9.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 80.5, vacuum 25 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear, with light WNW breeze.

At 5.10pm finished swinging ship for compass error, hoisted lifeboat and brought ship to course NNW¾W, which steered per standard [compass] rest of watch.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 52.6, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather, bright moonlight.

Under steam on course NNW¾W.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 84.4, vacuum 25 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Airs from West.

Bright moonlight.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 90.9, vacuum 26 inches.


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14 March 1892

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor Acapulco, Mexico, and at sea, making passage to San Diego, California

Lat 16.839, Long -99.904


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Calm.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 89.7, vacuum 25 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fair, light airs to light breeze from North to NW.

At daylight made land on starboard beam to ½ point on port bow.

Steering NW¾W until 7.00am, W¾N until 7.30am, then West by South per standard [compass].

At end of watch heading for Papagayo Lagoon [Papacayo Lagoon in log-book], distant about 7 miles, under conn of Navigator.

Made preparations for port.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 89.7, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and hot.

Light airs from Northward and Westward, shifting to South.

Standing along coast for Acapulco.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters.

At 10.45am called all hands bring ship to anchor.

Came to in 8 fathoms water, veering to 45 fathoms chain.

An officer from H.M.S. "Warspite" and the French man-of-war "Champlain" made customary official visits.

Captain of Port also paid official visit.

Fired a salute of 21 guns upon anchoring, Mexican flag at fore.

Passed and exchanged color salutes with Pacific Mail [Steamship Company] steamer "City of New York".

Draft forward 13 feet 4 inches, aft. 16 feet 1 inch.

W. Burnett, Seaman, and T. Brady, Private Marine, were placed under sentry's charge for safe keeping.

Bearings at anchorage: Fort San Diego North by East (magnetic), Farallon del Obispo NE by E½E (magnetic).

By order of Commanding Officer H.F. Laing was given 2 hours' extra duty, for not cleaning brightwork.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, hot.

Airs from SSW to West.

The United States Consul paid an official visit to the ship.

The fort fired a salute of 21 guns.

The Executive Officer paid official visits to H.B.M.S. "Champion" and the French gunboat "Champlain".

The Captain paid an official visit to the English flagship H.M.S. "Warspite".

Received on board in Engineer's Department: 123 gallons olive oil.

At noon started fires under the two after boilers.

At 2.30pm spread fires under the two forward boilers.

C.H. Young, Ordinary Seaman, was placed under sentry's charge until further orders, for bringing liquor on board in running boat.

At 3.47pm called all hands up anchor.

Ship's draft forward 11 feet 6 inches, aft 16 feet 1 inch.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from West.

Standing out of Acapulco harbor at beginning of watch.

At 5.00pm took departure, [Isla de la] Roqueta lighthouse bearing N60°E (true), distant 3 miles.

Put over patent log reading 42.5, set course W¼N per standard [compass].

Mustered at quarters at 5.00pm.

Steam 79 pounds, revolutions 70.9, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear, light breeze from West.

Steering W¼N until 6.45pm, then W½S per standard [compass].

Lit fires under 3rd boiler at 7.10pm.

Moon rose about 7.15pm.

High land of Mexican coast in sight on starboard hand at end of watch.

Steam 76 pounds, revolutions 73.5, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, light airs to breezes from West.

Connected up two after boilers and let fires die out in forward boiler.

Steering W½S per standard [compass].

Steam 87 pounds, revolutions 75.7, vacuum 26.5 inches.


Fort San Diego is also known as Fuerte de San Diego.


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15 March 1892

At sea, making passage to San Diego, California

Lat 16.90, Long -102.30


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Light wind from WNW.

Passed a fore-and-aft schooner bound to the Westward.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 82.7, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from WNW.

Steam 85 pounds, revolutions 77, vacuum 26.5.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from WNW to SW by West.

Steering W½S per standard [compass].

By order of Commanding Officer released C. Young, Ordinary Seaman, from confinement, also released W. Burnett, Seaman, as prisoner at large and restored him to duty.

By same authority the following punishments were awarded: E. Donaldson, First-class Fireman, gross insolence to machinist of watch and disrespectful to Engineer of watch when spoken to about same, 5 days' double irons on bread and water; C. Young, Ordinary Seaman, bringing a bottle of liquor on board ship, 10 days' extra duty.

By recommendation of Board of Survey condemned and threw overboard following articles: 196 pounds flour, received at Navy Yard, New York, September 22, 18[91], marks obliterated; and 75 pounds dried fruit, received September 23, 1891, no marks.

Steam 86 pounds, revolutions 77.2, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light to gentle West breeze.

At 12.40pm changed course to NW by W½W per standard [compass], patent log reading 98.6.

Exercised apprentices and landsmen at lead, and apprentices at signals.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 79.9, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Pleasant weather.

Moderate breeze from West.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Steam 91 pounds, revolutions 80.3, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from West.

Steam 88 pounds, revolutions 79.3, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudless sky, bright moon and starlight.

Gentle breeze from West.

Steering NW by W½W per standard [compass].

Loom of land on starboard hand.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 80.4, vacuum 27 inches.


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16 March 1892

At sea, making passage to San Diego, California

Lat 18.63, Long -104.91


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Gentle West and WNW breeze.

Heavy dew.

On course NW by W½W.

Steam 81 pounds, revolutions 81.8, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, moderate breeze from WNW.

At daylight made out the land very distinctly.

At end of watch hauling away from it.

Steam 82 pounds, revolutions 82.3, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and afterwards overhauled all the gun carriages of main battery.

By order of Commanding Officer S.L. Lomax, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, was given six days' extra duty, for willfully bad steering.

Steam 88 pounds, revolutions 79.1, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudless with low haze.

Gentle WNW breeze.

Steering NW by W½W until 12.45pm, then NW by W¼W per standard [compass] rest of watch.

High land of Mexican coast in sight on starboard hand all watch.

At 3.45pm from aloft made sail two points on starboard bow.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 80.9, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Pleasant weather.

Gentle WNW breeze.

Mexican coast in sight on starboard hand.

At end of watch small sailing vessel in sight one point abaft starboard beam.

Course NW by W¼W.

Steam 84 pounds, revolutions 79.3, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Airs from WNW.

Steam 87 pounds, revolutions 83, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NW.

Steam 96 pounds, revolutions 87.2, vacuum 27 inches.


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17 March 1892

At sea, making passage to San Diego, California

Lat 20.75, Long -107.41


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, with bright moonlight, except last hour when fair, with moon occasionally obscured.

Calm, except last hour when airs from WNW.

Steering NW by W¼W.

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions.86.5, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light WNW airs.

Steering NW by W¼W per standard [compass].

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 87, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Calm.

At 9.30am went to general quarters.

Times, cast loose and provide: 1st Division 3 minutes 41 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 39 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 38 seconds; Navigator's Division 44 seconds; Powder Division 5 minutes 2 seconds; Engineer's Division 2 minutes 7 seconds; Marines 2 minutes 27 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 3 minutes 1 second; 2nd Division 4 minutes 57 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 39 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 49 seconds; Powder Division 6 minutes 9 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 8 seconds; Marines 1 minute 39 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: berth deck 36 seconds; starboard engine room 19 seconds; port engine room 0 minutes 23 seconds.

The Paymaster's accounts were examined and the cash counted by the Captain, and the amount was found to be correct.

The magazine and shell room flood cocks were overhauled and found to be in good working order.

Passed by a very large number of turtles lying on the water, probably two hundred.

Steam 82 pounds, revolutions 80.3, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Cat's paws from WSW.

Steering NW by W¼W per standard [compass].

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 84.5.


4pm to 6pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light WNW airs.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 89.4, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Airs from NW.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 93, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, with bright moonlight after 9.45pm, time of rising.

Calm first hour, airs from WNW and NW later.

Steering NW by W¼W until 8.25pm, then NW by W¾W.

Several meteors crossed Northern sky.

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 90.9, vacuum 27 inches.


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18 March 1892

At sea, making passage to San Diego, California

Lat 23.08, Long -110.47


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Steering NW by W¾W.

Steam 87 pounds, revolutions 86.3, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

First part cloudy and cool, afterwards clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from NNW.

Barometer rising.

At daylight sighted land, high, on starboard bow.

At 6.20am changed course to NW (per compass), patent log [reading] 69.7.

At 8.00am Cape St. Lucas bore N18°E (magnetic).

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 91.9, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fair.

Light WNW and NW breezes.

Steering NW per standard [compass] until 8.40am, then NW by W½W.

At 9.30am exercised at fire quarters, times ready: 1st Division 5 minutes 7 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 8 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 23 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 42 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 9 seconds; Powder Division 4 minutes 19 seconds; Marines 3 minutes 2 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 2 minutes 46 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 9 seconds; 3rd Division 39 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 48 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 13 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 17 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: starboard engine room 1 minute 20 seconds; port engine room 1 minute 16 seconds; berth deck 0 minutes 14 seconds.

Exercised at abandon ship, equipped and ready for lowering: steam launch 5 minutes 33 seconds; sailing launch 7 minutes 51 seconds; 1st cutter 6 minutes 12 seconds; 2nd cutter 5 minutes 19 seconds; gig 6 minutes 12 seconds; whaleboat 5 minutes 29 seconds; dinghy 8 minutes 37 seconds.

Got up both bower chains, overhauled them and cleaned out lockers.

Coast of Lower California in sight on starboard hand all watch.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 90.3, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, cool.

Gentle WSW breeze.

Instructed apprentices on signaling.

Steering NW by W½W.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 87.3, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Pleasant weather, clouding over by light fleecy clouds coming from the Westward.

Moderate breeze from West.

Saw several black fish.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 91.6, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair, with gentle breeze from West.

Steering NW by W½W per standard [compass].

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 88.6, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fair, light to gentle Westerly breeze.

Steering NW by W½W.

Moon rose at 10.50pm.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 85.5, vacuum 27 inches.


Cape St. Lucas is also known as Cabo San Lucas.


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19 March 1892

At sea, making passage to San Diego, California

Lat 25.34, Long -113.34


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather.

Moderate breeze from WNW to NW.

Moonlight.

Passed a black steamer standing to the Southward and Eastward, black funnel.

At 12.10am made land forward of starboard beam, but lost it again.

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 88.4, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp weather.

Gentle breeze from NW.

Smooth sea.

Barometer rising.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 91.5, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Generally cloudy and cool.

Gentle NW breeze.

Barometer rising.

Steering NW½W per standard [compass].

Michael Condon, Oiler, reported his enlistment as having this expired.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 88.5, vacuum 28 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, cool.

Wind moderate from WNW.

Early in watch passed some kelp in patches.

Land in sight first half of watch along starboard bow and beam.

Steam 89 pounds, revolutions 84.8, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Breeze moderate to gentle from WNW.

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 87, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair, with moderate WNW breeze.

Steering NW½W per standard [compass].

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 83, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Moderate NW breeze.

Barometer steady.

Steering NW½W per standard [compass].

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 86.5, vacuum 27.5 inches.


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20 March 1892

At sea, making passage to San Diego, California

Lat 27.78, Long -115.73


Midnight to 4am:

Cool and pleasant, moonlight.

Moderate wind from NW to NNW.

A great quantity of soft clouds passing over to the Southward and Eastward.

Observed a halo around the moon and lightning to the Eastward.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 87.9, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fair, cool and pleasant.

Moderate to stiff breeze from North and NNW.

At daylight high land was discovered on the starboard beam.

Land continued in sight on starboard side until close of watch, apparently several miles distant.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 89.1, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fair, with moderate NNW breeze.

Steering NW½W per standard [compass].

High land on starboard beam.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, then held general muster.

M. Condon, Oiler, was discharged from the Naval Service from March 19, 1892, and reenlisted this day as First-class Fireman, by order of the Commanding Officer he was rated Oiler.

Numerous gulls and g~~~ about ship, long detached kelp.

Steam 89 pounds, revolutions 79.7, vacuum 28 inches.

By order of Commanding Officer released E. Donaldson, First-class Fireman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather.

Moderate NW breeze, accompanied by rain squall third hour.

At 1.15pm largest of San Benito Islands bore N20°E (magnetic) and the highest peak of Cerros Island N60°E (magnetic), ship's head NW½W per standard [compass], patent log [reading] 55.7.

At 12.38pm changed course to NW½W.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 91.1, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, becoming fine latter part of watch.

Moderate NW wind.

Lost sight of the land at 4.30pm.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 93.5, vacuum 28 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Breeze moderate from NW.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 90.4, vacuum 27.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fair, with moderate NW breeze.

Steering NW¼W per standard [compass].

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 87.5, vacuum 27.5 inches.


Cerros Island is also known as Isla de Cedros.


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21 March 1892

At sea, making passage to San Diego, California

Lat 30.53, Long -118.04


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather.

Fresh NW breeze.

Steering NW¼W per standard [compass].

About 1.15am a bright white light followed by a red light flashed up about two points forward of starboard beam.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 90.1, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather, cool.

Moderate NW wind.

A serious leak in tube sheet of one of the after boilers caused fires to be lighted in one of the forward ones.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 90, vacuum 27.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cool.

Moderate breeze from NW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised divisions at divisional drills.

Steam 84 pounds, revolutions 90, vacuum 27.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with stiff NW breeze.

Moderate sea ahead.

Steering NW¼W per standard [compass].

Steam 86 pounds, revolutions 81.2, vacuum 28 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and cool.

Stiff NW breeze.

Went to quarters at 5.00pm and exercised at setting up drill.

Steering NW¼W.

Steam 91 pounds, revolutions 76, vacuum 27.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind from NW.

Started fires under a third boiler.

Steam 81 pounds, revolutions 68.2, vacuum 28 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and squally.

Stiff breeze from NW.

At 9.00pm changed course to NNE½E by standard compass.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 64.7, vacuum 27.5 inches.


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22 March 1892

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor San Diego, California

Lat 32.72, Long -117.19


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with stiff falling to gentle NW breeze.

Steering NNE½E per standard [compass].

Moon rose behind clouds about 1.45am.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 87.3, vacuum 28 inches.

At 12.35am connected third boiler.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather, warm.

Moderate to gentle breeze from NW.

At 5.35am sighted land on starboard bow, and at 7.45am land ahead.

Steering NNW½E per standard [compass].

At end of watch Coronado Islands [Coronada Islands in log-book] two points forward starboard beam.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 90.2, vacuum 28 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from NW, ENE and SSW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Stood in for lighthouse on Point Loma, which was made at 8.20am, and changing course under conn of Captain stood in to San Diego harbor, coming to with port anchor at 11.30am and veering to 80 fathoms chain.

Found U.S.S. "Charleston" at anchor in the harbor.

Bearings at anchorage: Old Lighthouse tower SW½S and Coronado Hotel South by E½E, both magnetic.

Banked fires.

Ship's draft forward 10 feet 10 inches, aft 15 feet 0 inches.

The following signals were made at 11.10am: U.S.S. "Charleston" to U.S.S. "Yorktown" comet 25 and 904; U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Charleston" cornet 236 and interrogatory 1211.

The Captain paid an official visit to U.S.S. "Charleston".

The Captain assigned the following punishments: J.C. Fisk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, C.H. Young, Ordinary Seaman, and W.J. Curley two hours' extra duty each, for dirty gun bright work, constantly neglected.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 86.6, vacuum 28 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light breeze from WSW.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Charleston" paid an official visit on board.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair, with airs from West.

An officer representing the Major, U.S. Army, commanding post on shore called officially on the Commanding Officer.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Calm.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather.

Calm.


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23 March 1892

At anchor San Diego, California, and at sea, making passage to San Francisco, California

Lat 32.72, Long -117.19


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, cool and pleasant.

Light breeze from East and SW first half, afterwards calm.


4am to 8am:

Clear, with Easterly airs.

At 7.20am floating derrick and coal lighter came alongside.

Began taking coal.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light SW breeze.

Taking coal from lighter alongside by means of floating derrick.

Finished coaling, having received in all 75 tons 1860 pounds.

Received visit from Major Whitmore, U.S. Army, and from officer of U.S.S. "Charleston".

Let fires die out in after boiler.

Sent an officer to return official visits on shore.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, cool.

Light wind from SSW to West.

Made preparations for sea.

At 1.30pm spread fires under two boilers, and under a third boiler at 2.00pm.

Ship's draft forward 12 feet 5 inches, aft 15 feet 8 inches.

Received on board William Shaw, a civilian as passenger to Mare Island.

At 2.38pm made signal interrogatory 4890, U.S.S. "Charleston" answered and made 904.

At 2.40pm called all hands up anchor.

Got under way and stood out of harbor to whistling buoy outside under conn of Captain, when at 3.54pm set the course NW by West per standard [compass].

At 3.56pm took departure, Old [Lighthouse] tower and Point Loma lighthouse in line, whistling buoy S45°E (per compass), patent log [reading] 19.41.

At 3.54pm put over patent log, reading 18.8.

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 95.4, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from WSW.

At 5.35pm lost sight of Point Loma lighthouse bearing S66°E per standard [compass].

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 99.1, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair, with moderate WSW and West breeze.

Steering NW by West per standard [compass].

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 93.8, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, cool.

Light breeze from Northward and Westward.

Steering NW by West per standard [compass].

Steam 89 pounds, revolutions 81.5, vacuum 27 inches.


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24 March 1892

At sea, making passage to San Francisco, California

Lat 34.28, Long -119.57


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind from WNW to NW.

At 12.10am made light on Point Fermin [Point Firmin in log-book], but so dim as to render it uncertain until about 1.00am.

Made land on port hand.

At 2.20am Point Fermin [Point Firmin in log-book] light bore abeam, distant 7.9 miles.

Made the light of San Pedro.

Made white light to Northward and Westward of Point Fermin [Point Firmin in log-book].

Passed through shoals of small fishes for about an hour.

Moon rose at 3.35am.

Steam 96 pounds, revolutions 80.8, vacuum 26 inches.

At 12.40am changed course to WNW¾W.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from WNW and NW.

At 7.20am changed course to NW¼W, patent log reading 47.9.

At 8.00am Santa Cruz Island bore W⅞S (magnetic) and Mugu Point NW by W⅝W (magnetic).

Steam 82 pounds, revolutions 82.5, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear, with low lying mist.

Gentle to moderate breezes from West to SW.

Steering NW¼W until 8.10am, then changed course to WNW¼W, patent log reading 54.8, and at 11.47am to W½S.

Standing through Santa Barbara Channel.

At noon Santa Barbara lighthouse bore NW by W⅛W (magnetic) and western extreme of Santa Cruz Island bore SW⅜S (magnetic).

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, drilled divisions.

Commander assigned three hours' extra duty to W.P. Munger, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, for spitting in a deck plate.

Steam 89 pounds, revolutions 81.3, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cool.

Standing through Santa Barbara Channel.

Stiff West breeze.

Steering W½S per standard [compass].

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 87.7, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Fresh NW wind.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

At 4.40pm changed course to West, at 5.25pm to W¾N, and at 5.58pm to WNW½W.

At 4.30pm made out lighthouse on Conception Point.

At 5.57pm abreast the lighthouse, distant one half a mile.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 84.5, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Stiff to gentle breeze from NW.

At 8.00pm changed course to NW½W.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 83.7, vacuum 27.5.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudless sky, bright starlight.

Moderate to stiff NW breeze.

Steering NW½W per standard [compass].

About 8.50pm lost sight of Point Conception light bearing by the bridge compass about ESE.

During last hour looked for San Luis Obispo light from aloft, but did not pick it up.

Steam 91 pounds, revolutions 79.1, vacuum 26 inches.


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25 March 1892

At sea, making passage to San Francisco, California

Lat 35.96, Long -121.62


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Stiff NW breeze.

Steering NW½W per standard [compass].

Ship pitching heavily at times, but taking but little water.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 751, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Strong NW wind.

At 5.10am changed course to NW¼N, at 5.18am to NW by North, and 6.30am to NNW.

At 5.30am made land along and forward of starboard beam.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 84.3, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cool.

Stiff breeze from NW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

At 10.35am changed course to NW by North, at 11.30am to NW, and at 11.50am to NW by West.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were inflicted: J.C. Fisk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, R. McCauley, First-class Apprentice, not cleaning stations, 2 hours' extra duty each; R.J. Cooney, Seaman, not cleaning station, 2 hours' extra duty; R. Klotz, Landsman, slow in obeying orders, disrespect to Ship's Corporal, one week extra duty and monthly money stopped for two months; C.J. Hyde, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, dirty overshirt at quarters, 2 hours' extra duty.

Steam 89 pounds, revolutions 83.4, vacuum 27.5.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, with fresh falling to stiff breeze from NW and WNW.

Steered courses per standard [compass] as follows, for rounding Point Sur lighthouse, which made about 2.10pm: at 2.20pm from NW by West to WNW; at 2.45pm to WNW½W; at 3.20pm to WNW; at 3.35pm to NW¾N.

Second hour passed a steamer heading to Southward and Eastward, and last hour two American steamers heading ESE, with whom exchanged colors and whistle salute.

Numerous gulls about.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 84.5,vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear, with stiff to moderate NNW breeze.

At 5.00pm went to quarters and exercised at setting up drill.

At 5.45pm changed course to NNW½W.

At 5.55pm lost sight of Point Sur in mist, bearing SE½E, and Mount Carmel ENE⅝E, Point Piños NNE⅜E, all magnetic.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Fresh NW winds.

At 6.40pm made Piños [Point] light bearing NE by East.

At 6.50pm changed course to NW¾N.

Passed a Pacific Mail [Steamship Company] steamer standing to Southward.

At 8.00pm Piños Point light bore E½S.

Steam 85 pounds, revolutions 80.3, vacuum 27.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Stiff to gentle breeze from NW.

At 10.00pm sighted Pigeon Point [Pigeon Island in log-book] light from aloft, and at 10.20pm sighted it from deck, patent log reading 38.1.

At 10.40pm changed course to NW½W, patent log reading 40.4.

At 11.00pm sighted Año Nuevo [Anno Nuevo in log-book].

Steam 87 pounds, revolutions 77.4, vacuum 27.5.


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26 March 1892

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor San Francisco, California

Lat 37.80, Long -122.39


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, with light to moderate NW breeze.

Steering NW½W per standard [compass] until 1.25am, Pigeon Point light bearing ENE½E, then changed to NW¾N.

At 3.15am made Farallon [Island] light from fore cross-trees, and about 3.35am from bridge one and three quarter point on port bow.

At end of watch Farallon [Island] light NW by W¾W, Pigeon Point light SE⅝E per standard [compass].

Several brilliant meteors crossed Northern sky.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 80, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Gentle NW breeze.

At 5.40am sighted light on Point Bonita, and at 5.45am changed course to N¾E.

Standing along the coast, steering various courses, under conn of Commanding Officer standing in for Golden Gate.

At 7.45am called all hands bring ship to anchor.

Passed a bark and schooner standing in.

Steam 96 pounds, revolutions 78.2, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, cool.

At 8.04am came to with port anchor off foot of Market Street, veered to 45 fathoms, 12 fathoms water.

Found U.S.S. "Pensacola" at anchor.

Bearings at anchorage: Yerba Buena lighthouse N70°E, Lower Market Street ferry S28°W, both true.

Ship's draft forward 11 feet 10 inches, aft 15 feet 3 inches.

Banked fires.

The Captain paid an official visit to U.S.S. "Pensacola"

The Captain of the Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Rush" paid a visit to the ship in uniform with side arms.

Engaged cleaning ship.

Received mail on board.

Slack water high at 8.45am, turned ebb at 10.10am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with occasional light passing showers.

Light to gentle breeze from West.

At 3.00pm the Coast Survey steamer U.S.C. & G.S.S. "Carlile P. Patterson" came in and anchored near this ship.

Engaged in cleaning and painting ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy weather, with occasional Scotch mist.

Light wind from West to SW.

Raining at end of watch.

U.S.C. & G.S.S. "[Carlile P.] Patterson" shifted her berth.

Slack water low at 5.00pm, swung to flood at 6.30pm.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, raining latter half.

Light airs to gentle breeze from SW and West.

Began swinging to ebb at 11.08pm, and finished at 11.20pm.


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27 March 1892

At anchor San Francisco, California

Lat 37.80, Long -122.39


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy with light rain.

Light breeze from West.


4am to 8am:

Rainy first part, then clearing.

Airs from West.

Slack water low at 5.30am, swung to flood at 6.00am.


8am to meridian:

Fair and cool.

Light breeze from West until last hour, then it increased to fresh in squalls.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters after which Executive Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Pensacola" paid an official visit to the Commanding Officer of this ship.

Began swinging to ebb at 11.00am, riding between wind and tide at end of watch.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with moderate, falling to gentle breeze from West.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

Received a large number of visitors from the city.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Gentle to light breeze from West.

Began swinging to flood at 5.40pm, and finished at 6.25pm.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, with bright starlight.

Gentle to light Westerly breeze.

At 11.00pm started to starboard to ebb.


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28 March 1892

At anchor San Francisco, and at Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.05, Long -122.30 [Approximate position]


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Calm, and light Westerly airs.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs and breeze from West.

Began swinging to flood at 6.20am, finished at 7.10am.

Painting ship.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with light airs to gentle breeze from West.

At 10.30am got under way, steam in three boilers, and under conn of Navigator proceeded en route to Mare Island Navy Yard.

At end of watch distant 3 miles from Mare Island lighthouse.

Draft forward 11 feet 9 inches, aft 15 feet 3 inches.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 94.2, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Generally clear, with passing showers.

Gentle SSW breeze.

At 12.40pm called all hands moor ship.

Stood into the yard firing a salute of 13 guns, the salute being returned from the yard battery.

Commanding Officer made official visit to the yard and ships.

Ensign R.H. Jackson and Corporal M. Green were this day transferred to the Naval Hospital.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, light breeze to airs from SSW to South.

Began swinging at 7.30pm.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light South and SE airs.


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29 March 1892

At anchor off Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.094, Long -122.259


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool.

Light breeze from SE.

Slack water high at 2.25am, swung to ebb at 3.00am.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with gentle to moderate breeze in gusts from SE.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 93¾ pounds fresh beef; 82 pounds fresh vegetables; and 75 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, with passing showers.

Moderate to fresh South breeze in squalls.

Broke out for hold.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and rainy.

Wind blowing a moderate gale in squalls from SSE, moderating and shifting to West last half of watch.

Slack water high at 2.30pm, swung to ebb at 3.15pm.

At 1.00pm spread fires under two boilers and got steam to swing ship clear of U.S.S. "Pensacola", which had dragged buoy and moorings down to windward.

Banked fires.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and rainy first part, clearing latter part of watch.

Light to gentle SW breeze.

Sent visiting party to U.S.S. "Baltimore" and U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence".


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant, clearing weather, cool.

Light wind from West to SW.

Slack water low at 8.20pm, swung to flood at 9.10pm.


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30 March 1892

At anchor off Navy Yard, Mare Island, California, and in dry dock

Lat 38.094, Long -122.259


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool, squally latter half, occasional light passing showers.

Wind light to stiff from West to South.

Began swinging to ebb at 3.05am, and finished at 3.50am.


4am to 8am:

Clearing, with light breeze from SW and South.


8am to meridian:

Weather unsettled.

Heavy squall of wind accompanied by rain early in watch, remainder of watch threatening and blustering.

Engaged in quarterly inspection of interior of hull of the ship.

Slack water low at 8.45am, swung to flood at 10.15am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle to light breeze from West.

At 2.30pm cast off from buoy and steamed into dry dock.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Light breeze from West.

Crew engaged cleaning ship's bottom.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Light airs and breeze from West.


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31 March 1892

In dry dock, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, with Westerly airs.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, cold.

Calm.

Engaged in scraping ship's bottom.

The Captain left the ship on leave of absence.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 93¾ pounds fresh beef; 103¾ pounds fresh vegetables; and 75 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SW.

Engaged in cleaning ship's bottom.

A Board of Survey met on board and surveyed certain articles in Ordnance Department.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW and South.

Engaged in cleaning ship's bottom and painting the yellow paint above the rail.

Two Boards of Survey met on board and surveyed certain articles in Navigation and Equipment Departments.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs from South.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with Southerly and SW airs.



LOGS FOR APRIL 1892


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1 April 1892

In dry dock, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light South airs.

Raining last hour.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and raining.

Light airs and breeze from SE.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with light SE breeze and airs.

Engaged in scraping rust spots on ship's side.

Rain first and last hours.

Permanent Board inspected hull.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy with light rain.

SE airs to Southerly light breeze.

Engaged in scraping ship's sides, bottom and bilge keels.

Yard workmen overhauled flood cocks of forward and after fixed ammunition rooms, of after magazine and shell room, and bottom valves.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, with WSW airs.

In Engineer's Department, 2 machinists and 2 helpers from Navy Yard overhauling outboard valves during day, and sent to yard for repairs: 6 thermometers; 1 section bilge pipe; 12 feed pump plungers; 1 pair blower engine brasses.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light WSW breeze.


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2 April 1892

In dry dock, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather, cool.

Light breeze from WNW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with light rain last two hours.

SW airs.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 93¾ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 75 pounds of soft bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, with rain first half.

Light SW airs.

Started crew scraping bottom.

Following Navy Yard workmen at work on ship: 4 machinists, 3 helpers; 2 men cementing bottom; 1 plumber on flood cocks and one helper.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clearing.

Light airs from West.

Following Navy Yard workmen on board: 3 machinists, 3 helpers; 1 plumber and one helper.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle West breeze.

Commander Reiter paid visit to wardroom officers.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, cool, moonlight.

Light West wind.


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3 April 1892

In dry dock, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light airs from West.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Light West breeze.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 93¾ pounds fresh beef; 93¾ pounds vegetables; and 75 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light West wind.

At 9.30am inspected the divisions at quarters.

Had general muster and read Articles for the Better Government of the Navy, and General Court Martial orders numbers 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53 and 54.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate West wind.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

J. Kelly, Private Marine, was found drunk and disorderly and was placed in the cell for safe keeping by order of Commanding Officer.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, cold.

Moderate West wind.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light breeze and airs from West.


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4 April 1892

In dry dock, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudless sky, bright starlight.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Calm.

Loosed sails to dry.

Engaged cleaning ship's bottom.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light breeze from NW.

Crew of ship, together with six workmen from Navy Yard, engaged in putting on first coat of paint on underwater body of ship.

The Commanding Officer returned on board.

By order of Commanding Officer Private J. Kelly (U.S. Marine Corps) was put in solitary confinement in double irons on bread and water for five days, for being drunk on board ship and creating a disturbance, and R.J. Cooney, Seaman, and C.S. Johnson, Apprentice, were given four and six hours' extra duty respectively, for not being on hand on anchor watch.

Two machinists in Construction Department and six men in Engineering Department at work on board.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from NW.

Crew of ship, together with painters from Navy Yard, engaged in painting under water body of ship with McInnes' [McGinnis' in log-book] paint.

Received in Construction Department: 2 pounds Tibbets cement; in Equipment Department: 2 pounds camphor; 40 yards blue bunting, 18 inch; 12 globes for hand lanterns.

Six painters from Navy Yard and two machinists in Construction Department and 6 men in Engineering Department at work on board.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Gentle breeze to light airs from NNW.

Received from San Francisco one field magnet coil which had been rewound there.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, with calms and airs, varying in direction.


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5 April 1892

In dry dock, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Calm and light South airs.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm until last hour, then light breeze from SE.

Received 75 pounds bread and 93¾ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Fair and pleasant.

SE airs.

Painting outside of ship with McInnes paint.

Received in Ordnance Department: 49¾ yards raven's duck; and 5 gallons olive oil.

Scraping topmasts.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, with light airs, varying in direction from SW to SSE.

Continued painting as above, also boat-top white paint above water line, varnished topmasts, removed painter's stages and a number of keel blocks, under which scraped and painted.

Sent one field coil of dynamo to San Francisco for repairs.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, with airs from SW to West.

Received in Equipment Department: 75 coir brushes and handles; 24 squilgees and handles; 1 coil manila, 2¼ inch; 1 coil 18-thread manila; 1 coil 18-thread ratline; 2 coils spun yarn; 1 coil marline; 2 sides rigging leather; 10 gallons Stockholm tar; 5 gallons tar oil; 15 gallons black varnish; 40 pounds polishing paste; 1 harpoon; 25 pounds tallow; 10 marline spikes; 25 pounds sister hooks and thimbles; 1 tape line; 1 pair dividers, sailmaker's; 1 pound linen thread.

Finished painting ship's underwater body and made preparations for leaving dock.

Received in tanks from yard hydrant 1500 gallons fresh water and in boilers about 10000 gallons.

Following men at work from Navy Yard in Engineer's Department during day, forenoon: 3 machinists, 3 helpers; afternoon: 1 machinist, 1 helper; 4.00pm to 6.00pm: 4 machinists, 3 helpers overhauling outboard valves.

Several workmen engaged on keel blocks until 6 o'clock.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, cool.

Light airs from West.


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6 April 1892

In dry dock, and moored to coal wharf, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Airs from SW.


4am to 8am:

Clear, with SW airs.

At 7.05am began to flood the dock.

Draft of ship when afloat: forward 11 feet 7 inches; aft 14 feet 10 inches.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Light SW airs.

At 9.15am hauled out of dry dock and made fast to coal dock.

U.S.S. "Baltimore" left the yard.

Crew engaged in scraping and cementing spots on ship's side.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light SW airs.

J. Correa, Cabin Cook, was this day discharged from this ship and the Naval Service, his services being no longer required.

A Board of Survey, of which Lieutenant Pond was senior member, met on board.

Received on board in Ordnance Department: 950 cork wads, 6-pounder; 47 yards target muslin; 53 pounds hemp rope, 21-thread; and 1 sledge (10 pounds).

Assistant Engineer C.H. Hayes left the ship on 7 days' leave of absence.

Received in Equipment Department: 10 gallons cylinder oil; 20 gallons lard oil; and 120 pounds cotton waste.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light SW airs.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, moonlight.

SW airs.


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7 April 1892

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight to 4am:

Cool and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from SW and South.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light SW airs.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 93¾ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 75 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Weather clearing and becoming fine.

Airs from SW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Engaged refitting.

Got distiller out on the dock for survey.

Turned into store the following articles of clothing and small stores: 14 yards thin flannel; 9½ yards cloth; 4¾ yards light flannel, 7 ounce; 20½ yards heavy flannel, 11 ounce; 28 heavy undershirts; 119 light undershirts; 4 heavy drawers; 110 light drawers; 75 white trousers; 5 cook's and steward's caps; 3 petty officer's shirts; 166 pairs cotton socks; 31 dozen eagle buttons, small; 21 can openers; 58 boxes stationery; 50 thimbles; 36 scissors; 20 razor straps; 28 shaving boxes; 14 shaving brushes; 92 fine combs; and 1 letter press.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light SW wind.

Unbent sails.

Sent main trysail and spanker, and the main and quarter deck awnings to sail loft for repairs.

Sent mast ladders and boom ladders and pennants to rigging loft for repairs by our own force.

U.S.S. "Adams" left the yard and proceeded down the river.

Engaged refitting.

Received on board from Electrical Engineering Company of San Francisco one set of field coils for dynamo, rewound on our own spool.

Received the following men from U.S.S. "Independence", with papers and effects: Joseph Allen, Ordinary Seaman, Joseph Antone, Coal Heaver, Robert Butt, Coal Heaver, Roland Bell, Coal Heaver, Michael Clifford, Landsman, Frank Grubs, Coal Heaver, W.W. Hennessy, Ordinary Seaman, James Neilson, Coal Heaver, John Olson, Ordinary Seaman, Robert Wilson, Ordinary Seaman, Peter Peterson, Ordinary Seaman.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light SW wind, increasing in force.

A Construction Board surveyed work required for [sic].

Broke out magazine and shell rooms for inspection, and restowed them.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from SW.


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8 April 1892

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Fair.

Light SW breezes.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Calm.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm first half, afterwards light airs from SW.

At 9.30am shifted berth to stone dock, astern of U.S.S. "Pensacola", and secured ship there.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs and breeze from SW.

Began coaling.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 200 pairs woolen socks; 50 heavy drawers; 200 canvas hats; 100 cloth caps; 300 pieces tape; 6 petty officer's caps; 20 mattress covers; 144 yards cap cloth; 396 yards flannel; 200 spools cotton; 438 [spools] silk; 120 [boxes] blacking; 60 dozen ivory buttons, small; 2 desk locks; 4 drawer locks; 300 pounds candles; 2592 pounds bread; 100 pounds tobacco.

Received in Navigation Department: 2 boxes Very's night signals.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs to gentle breeze from SW and West.

Received during afternoon 36 tons coal.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with gentle to light West breeze.

Moon obscured.


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9 April 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Light breeze from SW and airs from West.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cool.

Light breeze from West.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 87 pounds fresh bread; and 108¾ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each.


8am to meridian:

Fair, with light WSW breeze.

Coaling and receiving stores.

Received from receiving ship M. Gleason, Boiler Maker, transfer papers to be forwarded later.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with light SW and SSW breezes.

Coaling and receiving stores.

Yard men at work on drain pipe in bunker number 2, on capstan, and water closet.

Transferred to hospital: J. Gallagher, Coal Heaver, and J.R. Carlton, Private Marine,.

Discharged from ship and Naval Service F.W. Getchell, Landsman, and Lin Gew, Wardroom Steward, their services being no longer required.

Released J. Kelly, Private Marine, from confinement.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, with gentle to light breezes from SW to WSW.

Received during day in various departments stores as follows, Navigation Department: 1 chronometer; 2 sextants; 1 pair connecting rod brasses.

In Engineer's Department: 50 yards raven's duck; 25 pounds marline; 15 fathoms manila rope; 25 pounds iron, flat; 23 pounds iron, round, ¾ inch; 40 pounds iron, round, 1 inch; 98 pounds iron, round, 1½ inch; 22 pounds steel, flat; 63 pounds steel, round; 46 pounds Russian iron; 23 pounds steel, octagon; 25 pounds soft solder; 269 pounds sal soda; 25 pounds concentrated lye; 15 pounds pipe, brass; 6 ash hoes; 500 pounds cotton waste.

In Paymaster's Department: 1400 pounds wheat flour; 2600 pounds pork; 1400 pounds salt beef; 337 gallons beans; 414 pounds rice; 250 pounds dried fruit; 750 pounds butter; 432 pounds tomatoes; 500 pounds ham; 528 pounds brawn; 528 pounds mutton; 528 pounds corned beef; 250 pounds ground coffee; 1091 pounds sugar; 32 gallons syrup; 26 gallons vinegar; 2000 pounds tobacco; 300 pounds saltwater soap.

Turned into store in Navigation Department: 1 chronometer; 2 sextants.

In Ordnance Department: 9 ammunition chests, 6-pounder; 7 ammunition chests, 3-pounder; 1 ammunition chest, 1-pounder and 37 millimeter each.

Received about 116 tons 57 pounds coal, including yesterdays amount.

Received on board from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence" the following men: A. Torrance, Landsman, Ah Gee, Landsman, Ah Fim, Landsman, Ah Com, Landsman, Ah Yet, Landsman.

U.S.S. "Ranger" went into dry dock, and U.S.C. & G.S.S. "[Ferdinand R.] Hassler" came to yard during day.

Two machinists at work on bunker and two plumbers on water closet left at 5.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light to gentle WSW breeze.


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10 April 1892

At stone dock, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light breeze from WSW.

Barometer about steady.

Bright moonlight.

Slack water at about 1.15am.


4am to 8am:

Clear, with WSW airs.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 108¾ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 87 pounds of soft bread.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Light WSW and SW airs.

At 9.30am went to quarters and Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew.

Sent liberty party ashore.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle to light SW airs.

Sent visiting party to U.S.S. "Pensacola".


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light SW winds.

At 5.15pm Coast Survey steamer U.S.C. & G.S.S. "[Ferdinand R.] Hassler" left the yard.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, moonlight.

Airs from SW.


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11 April 1892

At stone dock, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cool.

Light breeze from SSW.

Barometer about steady.

Dim moonlight.

Slack water about 2.15am.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Light airs to breezes from SW.

Coaling ship.

J. Cosgrove, Seaman, returned on board 24 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Moderate SW wind.

The following men absent over time: O. Anderson, Ordinary Seaman, A. Joseph, Coal Heaver, and K. Arnesen, Ordinary Seaman.

Received steam cutter's boiler from yard shop.

Workmen from yard engaged stopping leak in coal bunkers and repairing pumps.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Fresh wind from WSW.

Transferred to U.S.S. "Thetis", with effects and accounts: E.R. Gronberg, Seaman, and O. Schewsky, Seaman.

Received from Marine Barracks, with effects and papers: Corporal Frank Moore and Private Thomas H. Sullivan.

Sent ridge ropes to rigging loft for repairs.

Engaged taking in coals.

Landed gig in yard for exchange.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Strong wind from WSW to WNW.

Received on board 59 tons 640 pounds coal.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Fresh to light breeze from WNW.


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12 April 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, moonlight last hour.

WNW airs.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light NW airs.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department the following fresh provisions: 110 pounds beef; 110 pounds vegetables; and 88 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Calm first hour, afterwards light airs from SW.

Absentees: O. Anderson, Ordinary Seaman, A. Joseph, Coal Heaver, K. Arnesen, Ordinary Seaman, F.S. Kirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, Joseph Allen, Ordinary Seaman, and M. Gleason, Boiler Maker.

Discharged at his own request George W. Bice, Machinist.

Coaling ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs and breeze from SW.

Discharged at his own request H. Le Blanc, Wardroom Cook.

Coaling ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from South and West.

Employed on board during day 3 boiler makers and four helpers in Steam Engineering Department, and 6 workmen in Construction Department.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy first half, fair later, moonlight mostly obscured.

SW airs.


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13 April 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Light SW airs.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and pleasant.

Calm.

Coaling ship.

U.S.S. "Thetis" left the yard at 6.00am.


8am to meridian:

Generally cloudy.

Calm.

Absent without leave: O. Anderson, Ordinary Seaman, A. Joseph, Coal Heaver, K. Arnesen, Ordinary Seaman, F.S. Kirk, Apprentice, Joseph Allen, Ordinary Seaman, and M. Gleeson, Boiler Maker.

Finished coaling, having received in all 350 tons of which 8 to 10 tons were left on wharf.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows: 4 shipfitters on break of topgallant forecastle; 6 calkers on poop; 12 machinists and helpers on magazines and shell rooms and forward fireroom floor plates.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy.

Calms and West to SW airs.

Navy Yard workmen as in previous watch from 1.00pm to 4.00pm.

Sent liberty party on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with light breeze, falling to [light] airs from SW.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather.

Light SW breeze.


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14 April 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from SW.

Slack water high at 3.00am.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with light breeze from SW and South.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 102½ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 79 pounds of bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light Southerly breeze.

Ensign A.H. Scales reported for duty on board this ship.

Assistant Engineer C.H. Hayes returned from leave.

The following workmen returned on board, namely: 6 shipfitters; 2 boiler makers; 4 helpers; 1 machinist, 1 helper; and 1 ship joiner.

Absentees: O. Anderson, Ordinary Seaman, K. Arnesen, Ordinary Seaman, M. Gleeson, Boiler Maker, A. Joseph, Coal Heaver, and M. White, First-class Fireman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and rainy.

Light SW breeze.

Same workmen as in previous watch.

Received in Engineer's Department: 6000 gallons fresh water.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and rainy.

Light SW breeze.

E. Donaldson, First-class Fireman, was brought aboard by two marines from the yard, and by order of the Commanding Officer was confined in the brig for safe keeping.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast by clouds.

SW airs.

Slack water low at 9.15pm.


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15 April 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool.

Light to moderate breeze from SW and WSW.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Moderate WSW breeze to light breeze from West.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Airs from West.

The following men from the yard were at work on board, in Construction Department: 12 calkers; 6 iron workers; one carpenter; and 2 machinists.

In Steam Engineering Department: 3 boiler makers and 4 helpers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light West wind.

The following men from the yard were at work on board, in Construction Department: 12 calkers; 6 iron workers; 2 machinists; and one carpenter.

And in Steam Engineering Department: 4 boiler makers and 6 helpers.

Received on board in Steam Engineering Department: 509 gallons oil.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 64 gallons beans; 72 pounds butter; and 100 pounds vegetables.

The Judge Advocate of a General Court Martial presented J. Dennis, Ordinary Seaman, with charges and specifications upon which he is to be tried.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from WSW.

R. Lockard, Ordinary Seaman, and A. Nostrom, Gunner's Mate, were placed in the cell for safe keeping, having come off liberty drunk.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from WSW first half, afterwards calm.


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16 April 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy.

SW airs first hour, then calm.

Moon mostly obscured, large halo about moon.

Slack water about 3.30am.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather, cool.

SW airs.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 102½ pounds fresh beef; 102½ pounds fresh vegetables; and 85 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool.

Light breeze from SW.

Absentees: O. Anderson, Ordinary Seaman, K. Arnesen, Ordinary Seaman, M. Gleeson, Boiler Maker, A. Joseph, Coal Heaver, M. White, First-class Fireman, M. Noonan, Private Marine, J. Mathison, Captain of Tops, F. Ruschman, Oiler, R. McCauley, First-class Fireman, A. Garren, Seaman, T. O'Donnell, Private Marine, J. McCormack [sic], Private Marine, J. McCormack, Painter, and J.J. Burns, Second-class Fireman.

A. Nostrom, Gunner's Mate, and R. Lockard, Ordinary Seaman, were released from confinement.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cool.

Light breeze from SW.

Lieutenant Pendleton [Pendelton in log-book], U.S. Marine Corps, Judge Advocate of Court Martial ordered to convene on Monday, came on board and delivered to prisoners Brady and Wright the specifications of charges against them.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, passing showers first half.

Engaged on board during day 17 men in Construction Department and 5 men in Steam Engineering Department.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy first hour, clear afterward, with bright starlight.

Gentle SW to light NW breeze.


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17 April 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool, bright moonlight.

Light airs from WNW and West.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from West and WNW.

Received 75 pounds fresh bread and 93¾ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Fair, with airs from West.

At 9.30am inspected crew at quarters, then had general muster.

Absent without leave: O. Anderson, Ordinary Seaman, A. Joseph, Coal Heaver, K. Arnesen, Ordinary Seaman, J. Mathison, Captain of Tops, T. O'Donnell, Private Marine, M. Gleeson, Boiler Maker, M. White, First-class Fireman, and J.J. Burns, First-class Fireman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with light to gentle SW breeze.

Sent a liberty part on shore.

By order of Commanding Officer placed C. Young, Ordinary Seaman, under sentry's charge to sober, he being found drunk on board.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, with gentle to moderate breeze from SW to WSW.

By order of Commanding Officer placed E. Packard, Oiler, and P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker, under the sentry's charge, they being found under the influence of liquor and having attempted by a false pass to evade sentries at gate.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from WSW first part and light airs from West last part.

D. Bolger, Blacksmith, V. Fredrickson, Coxswain, and J.J. Holden, Oiler, returned on board 3 hours over time.


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18 April 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Calm and light airs from West.


4am to 8am:

Clear and calm.


8am to meridian:

Clear.

Calm first hour, light airs and breezes from West remainder of watch.

Crew engaged in painting ship's side.

Received on board 4000 gallons fresh water.

Absentees: O. Anderson, Ordinary Seaman, K. Arnesen, Ordinary Seaman, A. Joseph, Coal Heaver, M. Gleeson, Boiler Maker, M. White, First-class Fireman, J.J. Burns, Second-class Fireman, C. Muller, Ordinary Seaman, J. McCormack, Painter, and T. O'Donnell, Private Marine.

Received on board in Engineer's Department: 12 pump plungers; 25 brass lamps; 48 lamp tops; and 4 thermometers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from SW.

Engaged in painting ship's side.

J. Dennis, Ordinary Seaman, was carried before a General Court Martial, in session in the Office Building, for trial.

Lieutenant W.P. Conway left the ship on duty as member of General Court Martial.

The French cruiser "Champlain" arrived from San Francisco.

The "Champlain" fired a salute of 13 guns, American flag at fore, that was returned gun for gun from the saluting battery in yard.

Received on board 2000 gallons water.

Transferred to the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence", together with their bags and hammocks and the necessary transfer papers: C. Young, Ordinary Seaman, and J. Saunders, Landsman.

Received on board in Navigation Department: 1 deep sea lead (50 pounds); 1 deep sea lead line; 2 patent log lines; 2 thermometers; 1 comparing watch; 1 hand lead, 9 pounds; 1 hand lead line; 1 rotator; 1 spyglass; 1 pair binoculars; 1 depth recorder; and 1 signal pistol.

In Ordnance Department: 2 bayonets; 7 files; and 3 monkey wrenches.

The Commanding Officer of "Champlain" called officially on the Captain.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm third hour, light airs to gentle breezes from SW remainder of watch.

J. Dennis, Ordinary Seaman, General Court Martial prisoner, was returned on board and reconfined.

Received on board 3000 gallons water for Engineer's Department.

The following workmen were on board during the day, with the exception of three of the cementers, who came in the afternoon only: 4 boiler makers; 2 helpers; 2 machinists; 4 cementers; 1 boy; and 1 man from Construction Department


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, cool.

Light SW breeze.


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19 April 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

SW airs.

At 2.50am felt a sharp earthquake, lasting several seconds and causing the ship to tremble, and the roof on the building abreast the ship to crack.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW first hour, calm remainder of watch.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 95 pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 76 pounds of fresh bread.

High water at 6.30am.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light SW airs.

Received visit from wardroom officers of French ship "Champlain".

Commandant paid official visit to "Champlain", and on leaving was saluted with 13 guns, American ensign at fore, the salute being returned gun for gun by the battery in the yard.

The following men are absent over time: O. Anderson, Ordinary Seaman, K. Arnesen, Ordinary Seaman, A. Joseph, Coal Heaver, M. Gleeson, Boiler Maker, M. White, First-class Fireman, J.J. Burns, Second-class Fireman, C. Muller, Ordinary Seaman, J.B. McCormack, Painter, T. O'Donnell, Private Marine, D. Johnson, Coal Heaver, E. Stephens, Landsman, J.W. Cahill, Ordinary Seaman, and H. Flynn, Coal Heaver.

The following Navy Yard workmen were at work on board: 2 cementers; 2 joiners; 2 boiler makers and 1 helper.

J. Dennis, Ordinary Seaman, was taken before the General Court Martial in the yard.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle South to SW breeze.

Received in Equipment Department the following stores: 2 wash basins; 2 slop jars; 2 water ewers; 1 boatswain's call; 12 wire brushes; 54 square feet wire gauze; 1 coil manila, 2¾ inch; 3 skylight curtains.

Received in Engineer's Department: 120 pounds bolts and nuts; 18 paint brushes; 6 marking brushes; 6 dust brushes; 24 handles, maul; 12 handles, hammer; 10 yards wire gauze; 10 globe lanterns, brass; 12 lantern globes; 6 lamp shears; 1 lathe gear wheel; 1 lathe dog; 2 emery wheels; 34 pounds sheet rubber, 1/32 inch; 53 pounds sheet rubber, 1/16 inch; 100 pounds yellow ochre; 300 pounds white lead; 250 pounds white zinc; 20 pounds green paint; 50 pounds black paint; 600 pounds red lead; 50 gallons boiled linseed oil; 40 gallons turpentine; 2 gallons Japan Drier; 100 pounds potash; 600 pounds oatmeal; 2 quires wrapping paper; 12 wheels pipe cutter; 1 pipe die, 2 inch; 1 pipe die, 1½ inch; 12 wrenches, screw; 2 screw drivers; 6 quires sand paper; 24 quires emery cloth; 1 pipe vise; 1 set steel punches; 50 files.

J. Dennis, Ordinary Seaman, again appeared before the Court, and J. Wright, Ordinary Seaman, was also taken before the same Court.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant.

Gentle to light SW breeze.

T. Buckley, First-class Fireman, returned on board fifty minutes over time.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light SW breezes.


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20 April 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light airs and breeze from SW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to light SW winds.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Airs from SW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, the following men absent over time: O. Anderson, Ordinary Seaman, K. Arnesen, Ordinary Seaman, T. O'Donnell, Private Marine, J.B. McCormack, Painter, C. Muller, Ordinary Seaman, D. Johnson, Coal Heaver, E. Stephens, Landsman, D. Bagley, Ordinary Seaman, H. Flynn, Coal Heaver, G. Ahlquist, Seaman, J.J. Ryan, Landsman, W. Burnett, Seaman, J. Lloyd, Seaman, M. White, First-class Fireman, J.J. Burns, Second-class Fireman, J.F. Caldwell, Coal Heaver, and J.W. Cahill, Ordinary Seaman.

Engaged overhauling battery and carriages.

Received on board in Construction Department the following stores: 300 feet white pine, 1 inch, dressed; 100 feet ash, 1¾ inch, dressed; 50 feet mahogany, 1 inch, dressed; and 50 feet yellow pine, 6 inch x 3 inch.

In Equipment Department: 2 numeral pennants.

A reward of twenty dollars each was offered for the following stragglers: J. Lloyd, Seaman, W. Burnett, Seaman, H. Flynn, Coal Heaver, J.W. Cahill, Ordinary Seaman, P. Ahlquist, Seaman, and J.F. Caldwell, Coal Heaver.

H. Wilson, Sailmaker's Mate, was brought on board by the police, 41 hours over time, and a reward of twenty dollars was paid for his apprehension and delivery on board.

A. Joseph, Coal Heaver, returned on board 216 hours over time, and M. Gleeson, Boiler Maker, 210 hours over time.

The Captain paid an official visit to the French gunboat "Champlain".

J. Dennis, Ordinary Seaman, and J. Wright, Landsman, were brought before the General Court Martial now in session for trial.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather.

SW breeze.

J. Wright, Landsman, and J. Brady, Private Marine, were before a General Court Martial for trial.

They were both returned on board and confined again.

Engaged refitting and overhauling gun carriages.

The wardroom officers paid an official visit to the "Champlain".

Got distiller back on board, and set up.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Wind from SW, freshening in puffs.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cool, drizzling last hour.

Light breeze and airs from WSW.


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21 April 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, continuous light rain last three hours.

Light airs from WSW first hour, then light SSW breeze.


4am to 8am:

Overcast with drizzling rain.

Airs from South.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 85 pounds fresh beef; 85 pounds fresh vegetables; and 68 pounds fresh bread.

The French gunboat "Champlain" hauled into dock.


8am to meridian:

Overcast first half, clearing latter half.

Light to gentle breeze from SW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Absentees: O. Anderson, Ordinary Seaman, K. Arnesen, Ordinary Seaman, C. Muller, Ordinary Seaman, D. Johnson, Coal Heaver, T. O'Donnell, Private Marine, J.B. McCormack, Painter, E. Stephens, Landsman, D. Bagley, Ordinary Seaman, H. Flynn, Coal Heaver, G. Ahlquist, Seaman, J. Ryan, Landsman, W. Burnett, Seaman, J. Lloyd, Seaman, M. White, First-class Fireman, J.J. Burns, Second-class Fireman, J.F. Caldwell, Coal Heaver, and J.W. Cahill, Ordinary Seaman.

J. Wright, Landsman, and Thomas Brady, Private Marine, were before the General Court Martial now in session in Navy Yard.

Sent Marine Guard to barracks to take part in battalion drill.

J.F. Caldwell, Coal Heaver, was brought on board by a policeman and a reward of $20 was paid for his delivery.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SW and South.

Thomas Brady, Private Marine, was before the General Court Martial in yard.

Received from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence": R.S. Henderson, Landsman.

Received in Construction Department: 2 squirt cans; 5 pounds copper wire number 22; 10 pounds brass wire, 1/16 inch; 5 gross brass screws; 3 pounds copper tacks; 10 padlocks; 1 bar iron, round, 1¼ inch; 1 bar iron, square, 1¼ inch; 1000 pounds white zinc; 700 pounds red lead; 500 pounds yellow ochre; 1 hammer, blacksmith's; 1 hammer, riveting; 1 set dies, figures and letters; 12 files, flat bastard; and 12 wrenches, airport.

Received in Equipment Department: 2 barrels arctic oil for dynamos.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Gentle to light breeze from SW and WSW.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudless sky.

Light breeze falling to airs from WSW.


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22 April 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light airs and breezes from WSW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs from WSW and SW.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy with SW airs.

J.W. Hicks, First-class Fireman, reported the expiration of his enlistment.

The following men were declared deserters from the 11th of this month: O. Anderson, Ordinary Seaman, and K. Arnesen, Ordinary Seaman.

Absentees: T. O'Donnell, Private Marine, J.B. McCormack, Painter, C. Muller, Ordinary Seaman, D. Johnson, Coal Heaver, E. Stephens, Landsman, D. Bagley, Ordinary Seaman, H. Flynn, Coal Heaver, G. Ahlquist, Seaman, J.J. Ryan, Landsman, W. Burnett, Seaman, M. White, First-class Fireman, J.J. Burns, Second-class Fireman, and J.W. Cahill, Ordinary Seaman.

L. Traumer, Machinist, was put under sentry's charge by order of Commanding Officer, being found drunk.

4 boiler makers and 3 helpers from yard at work on board.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from SW and WSW.

Bent fore and main trysails, fore staysail and spanker.

Received on board in Ordnance Department: 50 gallons olive oil; 2 gallons sperm oil; and 5 gallons turpentine.

Turned into store in Ordnance Department: 6 range indicators; 16 battery cells, dry; and 500 feet lead covered wire.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy first half, fair latter half.

Gentle to moderate WSW breeze.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Gentle to moderate breezes from SW.


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23 April 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Light airs to breezes from WSW.


4am to 8am:

Fair, with airs from West.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 88¾ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 71 pounds of soft bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear first half, cloudy last.

Light airs and breeze from WSW.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 102 white shirts; 75 pounds pork; 12 pounds tobacco; and 50 overcoats.

Received on board in Engineer's Department: one valve chest cover.

Absentees: T. O'Donnell, Private Marine, J.B. McCormack, Painter, C. Muller, Ordinary Seaman, D. Johnson, Coal Heaver, E. Stephens, Landsman, D. Bagley, Ordinary Seaman, H. Flynn, Coal Heaver, G. Ahlquist, Seaman, J.J. Ryan, Landsman, W. Burnett, Seaman, M. White, First-class Fireman, J.J. Burns, Second-class Fireman, and J.W. Cahill, Ordinary Seaman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light SW breeze.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs from WSW.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather.

Light WSW airs.


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24 April 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with drizzling rain.

Wind light from SW and WSW.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light airs and breezes from South and SSW.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 87½ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 70 pounds fresh bread.

Discovered that J. Lloyd, Seaman, had left the ship during the night without permission.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate SW breeze.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters.

U.S.S. "Iroquois" was towed up to the Yard.

Commanding Officer paid official visit to Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Iroquois", and Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Iroquois" paid official visit aboard this vessel.

J. Lloyd, Seaman, is this day declared a deserter from this vessel and the Naval Service.

Absentees: T. O'Donnell, Private Marine, J.B. McCormack, Painter, C. Muller, Ordinary Seaman, D. Johnson, Coal Heaver, E. Stephens, Landsman, D. Bagley, Ordinary Seaman, H. Flynn, Coal Heaver, G. Ahlquist, Seaman, J.J. Ryan, Landsman, W. Burnett, Seaman, M. White, First-class Fireman, J.J. Burns, Second-class Fireman, and J.W. Cahill, Ordinary Seaman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, cool.

Moderate breeze from WSW.

Transferred to Marine Barracks of this yard, with their effects: J. Dennis, Ordinary Seaman, J. Brady, Private Marine, and J. Wright, Ordinary Seaman, all prisoners whose trial by General Court Martial has just been completed.

Sent a small liberty party on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light WSW breeze.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, cool.

Light wind from WSW.


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25 April 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light airs and breeze from SW and West.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light airs to breezes from West.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, cool.

Light breeze from West.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, the following men absent without leave: C. Muller, Ordinary Seaman, D. Johnson, Coal Heaver, E. Stephens, Landsman, D. Bagley, Ordinary Seaman, H. Flynn, Coal Heaver, G. Ahlquist, Seaman, J.J. Ryan, Landsman, W. Burnett, Seaman, M. White, First-class Fireman, J.J. Burns, Second-class Fireman, and J.W. Cahill, Ordinary Seaman.

The following men were declared deserters from this ship and the Naval Service from the 15th of this month: T. O' Donnell, Private Marine, J.B. McCormack, Painter.

Received on board the following articles, in Ordnance Department: 12 breechings for 6-inch central pivot carriage; 50 pounds waste; 1 gross screws; and 2 pounds solder.

In Navigation Department: 1 clock; and 1 curve ruler.

And in Steam Engineering Department: 72 brass unions; 72 brass elbows; 54 brass caps; 54 brass plugs; 6 machinist's hammers; and 12 oil cups.

Drilled 2nd and 3rd Divisions at small arms and Powder Division at stations.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cool.

Moderate to fresh breeze from West and WSW.

First Division went ashore in Navy Yard for small arm target practice.

Received 800 gallons water.

Received in Construction Department: 300 pounds white lead; 100 pounds Venetian red; 5 pounds burnt sienna; 40 gallons turpentine; 50 gallons alcohol; 40 gallons linseed oil, boiled; 300 pounds putty; 50 pounds potash; 4 lights of glass, 30½ inch x 20½ inch; 1 barrel Portland cement; 1 barrel lime, slaked; 10 coffee tins; and 10 sugar tins.

In Equipment Department: 1 United States ensign, number 6; 1 narrow pennant, number 5.

Turned into store for Bureau of Construction and Repair: 10 coffee tins; 10 sugar tins; and 1 set dies, figures and letters.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, cold.

Fresh wind from West to WSW.

Received from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence" the following men, with the necessary papers and effects and Continuous Service Certificate number 7260: J.R. Erkstrom, Ordinary Seaman, J.M. Grobrey, Ordinary Seaman, C.T. Carlson, Ordinary Seaman, J. Prado, Ordinary Seaman, J. Riley, Ordinary Seaman, B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, F. Carlson, Seaman, G. Lane, Seaman, A. Jones, Seaman, W. Edwards, Landsman, M. Neil, Landsman, R. Allen, Coal Heaver, J.F. Allen, Coal Heaver, W. Howlley, Coal Heaver, F. Hayes, Second-class Fireman.

A. Carlson, Carpenter's Mate, and B. Nugent, Captain of Forecastle, were transferred to U.S.S. "Independence".


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Moderate to gentle breeze from WSW.


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26 April 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate to light WSW breeze.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, cold, warming up after sunrise.

Airs from West to NNW.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from NNW and West.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and stationed the new men in ship at their various duties.

Received in Engineer's Department: 200 pounds asbestos and magnesium cement; 6 indicator dials; and 6 memorandum books.

U.S.S. "Ranger" went into commission at 11.40am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, with SW and WSW airs.

Received from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence", with effects and necessary transfer papers and Continuous Service Certificate 7040: A. Carlson, Landsman, B. Nugent, Seaman, C. Downey, Coal Heaver, W. Betikofer, Coal Heaver, J.J. Welch, Coal Heaver.

From Marine Barracks: J. O'Kallihan, Private Marine, and T. Mahoney, Private Marine.

Discharged Ah Tom, Landsman, from the ship and service, his services being no longer required.

Brought down U.S.S. "Pensacola's" gig, replacing our gig which had been placed in store.

Received in Construction Department: 20 boat hooks; 5 spit kids; 6 snatch blocks; and 2 jigger blocks.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from SW to West by South.

Received in Ordnance Department: 4 padlocks; 5 maximum and minimum thermometers; 2 sets of drills; and 2 sets of stocks, taps and dies.

By order of Commanding Officer the following men were this day declared deserters: C. Muller, Ordinary Seaman, D. Johnson, Coal Heaver, E. Stephens, Landsman, D. Bagley, Ordinary Seaman, H. Flynn, Coal Heaver, G. Ahlquist, Seaman, J.J. Ryan, Landsman, W. Burnett, Seaman, M. White, First-class Fireman, J.J. Burns, Second-class Fireman, and J.W. Cahill, Ordinary Seaman.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudless sky.

SW airs.


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27 April 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island, [California] and making passage to Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Calm first hour. light airs from West remainder of watch.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cool.

Calm first half, afterwards light airs and breeze from West by North.


8am to meridian:

Clear, with SW and WSW airs.

Slack water low at 9.50am.

Received in Navigation Department: 2 springs for alarm gongs; 48 copper brushes; 200 feet portable cord; 500 feet brass binding wire; 2 pounds solder; 2 pounds sal ammoniac; and 2 pounds insulating tape.

In Construction Department: 24 deck buckets.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Made preparations for leaving wharf.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to stiff breezes from SW and West.

At 12.10pm cast off moorings and steamed away from dock.

Worked down channel to Golden Gate by way of Raccoon Strait.

At 3.10pm passed through Golden Gate and stood across the bar, Commanding Officer conning the ship.

At 3.30pm took departure from buoy and set course WSW¾W per compass, buoy being number 2 Bonita Channel.

At 3.30pm put over patent log, reading 0.2 knots.

Under steam alone, using steam from boilers A, B and D.

Average steam 103 pounds, average revolutions 88.5.

Draught of ship 13 feet 11 inches forward and 16 feet 6 inches aft.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and cool.

Moderate West breeze.

Steering WSW¾W until 4.24pm, when changed to W¾S (per compass).

At end of watch on latter course under steam alone.

At end of watch Point Reyes [Point Rayes in log-book] broad off starboard beam and Farallon Islands [Farallones in log-book] one point abaft port beam.

A number of schooners in sight.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 84.2, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light wind from WNW.

At 6.10pm changed course to NW by West (per compass).

At 8.00pm Farallon Islands [Farallones in log-book] light bore SE¼E and Point Reyes E¼N, magnetic.

Passed several schooners standing to Southward and Eastward.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 84.2, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Light to gentle breeze from WNW and NW.

At 9.30pm lost sight of Point Reyes light bearing East.

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 85.9, vacuum 27 inches.


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28 April 1892

At sea, making passage to Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 40.43, Long -124.84


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy to overcast.

Airs to light breeze from SW to SSW.

Steering per standard [compass] NW½W until 2.00am, then NW½N.

At 12.10am made Point Arena light from aloft on starboard bow, at 2.00am it bore abeam on old course, lost sight of it at 3.55am bearing about East by standard [compass].

Light drizzling rain last hour.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 91, vacuum 25 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, with steady rain throughout watch.

Gentle to stiff breezes from South and SE.

On course NW½N, under steam alone.

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 92.3, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and rainy first part, clearing latter part of watch.

Moderate to stiff breeze from SE to gentle SSW breeze.

Steering NW½N (per standard [compass]), under steam alone.

At end of watch schooner in sight off starboard bow and steamer two point forward starboard beam.

Steam 88 pounds, revolutions 84.8, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast by clouds.

Moderate wind from SSW to South.

Sea rough and ship rolling deeply, but easily.

Between 1.00pm and 1.30pm land was visible at times bearing from East by North to ESE.

Steam 88 pounds, revolutions 80, vacuum 28 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and cool.

Moderate to stiff breeze from South and SW.

Passed a steamer bound to Southward.

Quarters at 5.00pm.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 91.8, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy.

Moderate to stiff South breeze.

Steering North by W¾W per standard [compass].

Occasional drizzling rain.

Long Southerly swell, ship rolling deeply.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 91, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and squally, with an occasional passing shower of rain.

Moderate to stiff breeze from South.

On course North by W¾W, under steam alone.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 90.1, vacuum 27 inches.


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29 April 1892

At sea, making passage to Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 44.42, Long -125.07


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool.

Moderate to fresh South breeze.

At 1.05am sighted white light one point abaft starboard beam, lost sight of this light at 1.25am bearing SE by East, ship's head North by W¾W.

At 2.00am made a fixed white light one point forward starboard beam, lost this light in rain squall at 3.30am bearing 3 points abaft beam.

Steering North by W¾W (per standard [compass]).

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 89.6, vacuum 28 inches.


4am to 8am:

Weather unsettled.

Wind blowing a fresh gale from South to SSW.

Rain squalls passing around and overhead.

Sea heavy.

Ship rolling deeply, but easily.

Sighted a schooner to the Eastward lying to, heading to the Westward.

Steam 89 pounds, revolutions 85.4, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast.

Moderate gale from South to SW.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 91.3, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with passing rain squalls.

Fresh, falling to light WSW and SW breezes.

Steering North by W¾W per standard [compass].

Steam 88 pounds, revolutions 86.7, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and squally, with occasional very light rain showers.

Stiff breeze from SW.

Under steam alone.

Steam 87 pounds, revolutions 86.1, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with light passing shower last hour.

Moderate WSW breeze.

Steering North by W¾W per standard [compass].

Steam 91 pounds, revolutions 86.4, vacuum 27.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy weather.

Wind moderating and shifting from South to SW.

Moon showing through the clouds at intervals and at times the stars showing.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 90.3, vacuum 27 inches.


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30 April 1892

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.45, Long -124.76 [Latitude 48.79 in log-book]


Midnight to 4am:

Generally cloudy, unsettled and cool, raining lightly at intervals.

Breeze moderate to light from SW to SE.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 95.1, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with gentle to moderate SE and ESE breezes.

Steering per standard [compass] North by W¾W until 7.30am, then North by East.

A steamer 10 miles distant stood across our bows, heading to Westward.

At 7.25am sighted land on starboard bow.

At 7.30am set all sail.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 88.5, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from SE, NE and NNE.

At 8.45am changed course to North by W½W, patent log [reading] 43.9, at 10.17am changed course to N½E, patent log 59.1, at 10.45am took in and furled all sail, at 11.35am changed course to North by E½E, patent log 71.9, at 12.00pm changed course to E½N, patent log 75.9.

At end of watch on course E½N, under steam alone.

At end of watch Cape Flattery lighthouse bore (per compass) SSE½E, distant four miles.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 89, vacuum 28 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, cool.

Light East and ENE breeze.

Standing through Juan de Fuca Straits under conn of Navigator steering E½N until 3.15pm, when changed course to East by North.

At 2.50pm passed the Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Rush" and exchanged color salute.

Passed American schooner "Compeer" of San Francisco and a steamer standing to the Westward.

At end of watch Tongue Point about one point forward starboard beam.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 98.5, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from ENE.

Standing up Straits of Juan de Fuca, passed Race Rocks, Ediz Hook [Ediz Point in log-book] and New Dungeness lighthouses under conn of Navigator.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 114.3, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Light breeze from ENE.

Standing into Port Townsend harbor.

At 7.06pm anchored off Port Townsend in 11¼ fathoms water and veered to 45 fathoms on port chain.

Bearings at anchorage: Admiralty Head N47°E, Wilson Point N2°W.

Draft forward 12 feet 10 inches, aft 16 feet 4 inches.

At 6.50pm hoisted our ship's number, which was answered by U.S.S. "Adams".

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Adams" sent an officer on board to present his compliments to the Commanding Officer of this vessel.

Hauled fires under all boilers save boiler B.

Got out steam launch.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 116.9, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Mostly fair with moonlight.

Light breeze to airs from West.

At 10.30pm flood tide of 0.5 knots.

Commanding Officers of U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" and U.S.S. "Adams" paid official visits on board.



LOGS FOR MAY 1892


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1 May 1892

At anchor Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.11, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Clear first half, cloudy last half.

Light airs and breezes from West and WNW.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cool.

Light airs from SSW and SSE first half and afterwards calm.

At 7.30am made dress signal 4111.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, except last hour, when fair.

Light breeze from SE, calm and light airs from North.

At 9.30am Executive Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters, after which read Articles for Government of the Navy.

At 11.55am began to swing to flood.

A number of visitors on board.


Meridian to 4pm:

Generally cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from North.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, with light West breeze first half, calm latter half.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm first hour, light to gentle breeze from West.

The steamer "City of Pueblo" left the harbor.


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2 May 1892

At anchor Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.11, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Moderate WSW breeze to gentle breeze from West and WNW.


4am to 8am:

Fair, with gentle breeze from West.

At 6.30am U.S.S. "Adams" made [signal] interrogatory 4890, answered 904, she passed out of harbor heading westward.

At 7.10am hoisted coach whip [pennant] and hauled down senior officer's pennant.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from West.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters for inspection and held divisional drill.

U.S.S. "Adams" in sight during first part of watch.

The Revenue cutters U.S.R.C. "Rush" and U.S.R.C. "[Oliver] Wolcott" ["Walcott" in log-book] left the harbor and U.S.R.C. "Bear" passed in sight.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle West breeze.

At 1.00pm equipped and instructed infantry and artillery companies.

Sent liberty party ashore.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from West.

At 5.00pm U.S.S. "Adams" came in.

Exchanged numbers with U.S.S. "Adams".

U.S.S. "Adams" made [signal] interrogatory 1211, answered 904.

At 5.00pm mustered crew at quarters and served out clean hammocks.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate to fresh breeze from West and West by South.


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3 May 1892

At anchor Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.11, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, cool.

Light wind from West to SW.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather, with light haze.

Light airs from South and NE.

At 7.30am made time and uniform signal to U.S.S. "Adams".


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Light NW breeze.

At 9.30am went to quarters and drilled divisions.

British Vice Consul made official visit to ship, and upon his departure fired a salute of five guns, English flag at fore.

A number of visitors came off to see the ship.

Made signals to U.S.S. "Adams" as follows: general number 3093; and preparatory 4890.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from NW by West.

At 1.20pm U.S.S. "Adams" got under way and stood out to the Northward and Westward.

Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "[Oliver] Wolcott" came in and anchored.

At 1.10pm U.S.S. "Adams" made [signal] interrogatory 4890, answered and made 904.

Hauled down senior officer's pennant.

A number of visitors came off to see the ship.

Sent a small liberty party on shore.

Exercised 1st and 2nd cutters and whaleboat under sail.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from NW and West.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Airs from West.

Exercised with searchlight.

Several steamers came in from the straits.


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4 May 1892

At anchor Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.11, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light SE airs.

Received in Paymaster's Department fresh provisions as follows, namely: 107½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 86 pounds fresh bread.

At 3.45am [sic] U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" got under way and steamed up the sound.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Light NW wind.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

U.S. Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Richard Rush" came in from Seattle, an officer paid a visit to her with compliments of the Captain and offered services.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from NW.

The Commanding Officer and two other officers of this ship paid an official visit to the Commanding Officer of the fort.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate wind from West by North, freshening.

At 4.15pm made out U.S.S. "Adams" coming in, she anchored to the Southward and Westward of this ship.

The following signals were made: from U.S.S. "Adams", at 4.20pm cornet 4 and at 4.25pm interrogatory 1211; from this ship at 4.22pm cornet 236 and at 4.27pm 904.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Gentle to stiff breeze from West.


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5 May 1892

At anchor Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.11, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Fair first half, cloudy later.

Gentle breeze to airs from West and SW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cool.

At 7.25am made general signal 6117, U.S.S. "Adams" answered.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs from ENE and WNW first half, afterwards light variable airs and calms.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised divisions at divisional drills.

The Mayor of the City and the City Council paid an official visit to the Commanding Officer.

Received in Paymaster's Department: $5,000.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair first half, cloudy later.

Gentle to light breeze from NNW to West.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cool.

Gentle breeze from NW and West.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Moderate to gentle breeze from West.


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6 May 1892

At anchor Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.11, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light to gentle breeze from NW and West.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cool.

Light breeze and airs from West and NW.

At 7.30am made dress signal 6167.

At 7.25am U.S.S. "Adams" made [signal] interrogatory 6146, answered and made 904.

At 7.30am U.S.S. "Adams" crossed topgallant yards.

Received 86 pounds fresh bread and 107½ pounds each of beef and vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, with intermittent light drizzling rain.

At 9.30am exercised at fire quarters and closed watertight doors for exercise, times: 1st Division ready 1 minute 43 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 9 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 21 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 37 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 39 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 49 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 49 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 2 minutes 27 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 30 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 24 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 31 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes 49 seconds; Engineer's Division 0 minutes 27 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: berth deck 1 minute 9 seconds; starboard engine room 0 minutes 17 seconds; port engine room 0 minutes 19 seconds.

Absentees: P. Bruck, Private Marine, T. Brophy, Private Marine, E.F. Sherry, Private Marine, J. Brown, Landsman, E. Hannis, Captain of Hold, W.J. Collins, Water Tender, S.L. Lomax, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, O. Olsen, Gunner's Mate, and J. Halligan, First-class Fireman.

The following men were brought on board by local police, and a reward of $10 each paid for their delivery: P. Bruck, Private Marine, E.F. Sherry, Private Marine, J. Brown, Landsman, E. Hannis, Captain of Hold, S.L. Lomax, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, and O. Olsen, Gunner's Mate.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with light drizzling rain and falling mist during watch.

Light airs and breezes from West.

A plumber from shore fitted a new washbowl in junior officers' quarters for Bureau of Construction and Repair.

At 3.30pm the steamer "City of Kingston" came in with the Governor of Washington on board.

Fired a salute of 17 guns as steamer passed in honor of the Governor.

The Commanding Officer accompanied by a party of the officers left the ship officially to pay his respects to the Governor.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 17 6-pounder saluting charges.

J. Halligan, Second-class Fireman, T. Brophy, Private Marine, and W.J. Collins, Water Tender, were brought off by police, 5 hours over time, and a reward of $10 paid for their delivery.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy to overcast.

Airs from West.

U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" came into harbor.

Boarded with usual offers.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with passing showers.

Calm second and fourth hours, light airs from SW first hour, and light breeze from SE third hour.


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7 May 1892

At anchor Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.11, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with light drizzling rain first 3 hours.

Light breeze to airs from SE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs from SE and SW.

Received in Paymaster's Department fresh provisions as follows: 107½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables; and 86 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SW.

At 8.00am dressed ship rainbow fashion and fired a salute of 21 guns in honor of the centennial of the discovery of Puget Sound by Captain Vancouver.

R. Williams, Seaman, was brought on board by the police 2½ hours over time.

Landed the marines to have them join in the procession on shore.

Received on board in Engineer's Department from General Storekeeper Navy Yard, Mare Island: 3 machine dies.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Light winds from WSW and Northward and Westward.

Sent boats ashore to participate in boat races.

At noon fired salute of 21 guns.

U.S.S. "Adams" and Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Rush" also fired 21 gun salutes.

A number of visitors came on board to see the ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light breeze from NW, West and SW.

All boats except whaleboat attending race.

By order of Commanding Officer placed J. Kane, Coal Heaver, Joseph Allen, Ordinary Seaman, and M. Conway, Oiler, in confinement in double irons for safe keeping, they being drunk on duty.

At sunset fired a salute of 21 guns.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Light SW airs and calm.

Sent sailing launch ashore to take part in display of illuminated boats.

J. Kane, Coal Heaver, was by order of the Commanding Officer confined in the brig in double irons for safe keeping.


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8 May 1892

At anchor Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.11, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with occasional very light drizzling rain.

Calm.

F. Grubis, Coal Heaver, left the steam cutter while ashore on duty and did not return.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Calm during watch.

At 4.45am U.S.S. "Adams" made [signal] interrogatory 4890, answered 904.

At 5.00am U.S.S. "Adams" left the harbor.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 107½ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 86 pounds of bread.


8am to meridian:

Generally cloudy, clearing last part of watch.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters.

Absentees: (over time) J. Byrne, Coal Heaver, and (without leave) F. Grubis, Coal Heaver.

At 10.30am held divine service on board, a chaplain from shore officiating.

By order of Commanding Officer M. Foley, J. Kane, Joseph Allen and M. Conway were placed under sentry's charge to await trial by Court Martial.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Airs from North to NW.

Sent a liberty part on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather, cool.

Light West winds.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, cool.

Light breeze from West.

Moon shining through the clouds.


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9 May 1892

At anchor Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.11, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, cool and calm.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Calm and light airs from South.

At 7.00am U.S.R.C. "Rush" left the harbor.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather, cool.

Airs from North to NE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

J. Byrnes, Coal Heaver, F. Grubis, Coal Heaver, and C.H. Rushlow, Private Marine, absent without leave.

A reward of twenty dollars was offered for Rushlow, and he was subsequently brought on board by the police and the reward paid.

The divisions were drilled.

The Governor of Washington paid an official visit on board with his staff at 10.30am, and on his leaving a salute of 17 guns was fired.

The revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "[Oliver] Wolcott" left the harbor.

The British ship "British Isles" returned a flag which they had borrowed.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from NE.

Barometer falling.

At 3.40pm furled sails.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from NE.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

J. Byrnes, Coal Heaver, and F. Grubis, Coal Heaver, absent without leave.

The revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "[Oliver] Wolcott" came in.

At 5.55pm made out U.S.S. "Mohican" coming in, she anchored two cables NE of this ship at 6.20pm.

U.S.S. "Mohican" made the following signals to this ship: at 5.55pm cornet 108; at 6.00pm 1211; and at 6.10pm 2121.

This ship made to U.S.S. "Mohican": at 6.00pm cornet 236; at 6.05pm 904; and at 6.15pm 904.


8pm to midnight:

Weather cloudy and cool.

Calm.

Barometer falling.

Tested searchlights.


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10 May 1892

At anchor Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.11, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, with light drizzling rain.

Calm.

Low dawn.

U.S.R.C. "Rush" came in.

The Captain returned on board.


4am to 8am:

Overcast with drizzling rain entire watch.

Airs from ENE.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 107½ pounds fresh beef; 107½ pounds fresh vegetables; and 80 pounds fresh bread.

It was discovered that J. Donaldson, Second-class Fireman, had absented himself from the ship during the night without permission.

At 7.25am made signal to U.S.S. "Mohican" geographic 6167.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and raining.

Light airs to moderate breeze from SE by East to SE by South.

At 9.00am U.S.S. "Adams" came in.

Exchanged numbers with her.

U.S.S. "Adams" made [signal] interrogatory 1211, answered and made 904.

At 9.00am U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" left the harbor.

At 9.20am the Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "[Oliver] Wolcott" fired a salute of 17 guns, and at 9.30am steamed out of the harbor.

At 10.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made [signal] numeral 3.

E. Donaldson, First-class Fireman, and J.J. Welch, Coal Heaver, were brought off by the police and a reward of $20 each paid for their delivery.

Put E. Donaldson, First-class Fireman, under sentry's charge for safe keeping.

Received $15,000.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and overcast with rain.

Airs from South first hour, calm after.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and raining.

Calm first half, afterwards light breeze from SE.

By order of Commanding Officer placed J.J. Welch, Coal Heaver, under sentry's charge to await trial.

The following men received copies of the specifications for their trial by Summary Court Martial: J. Kane, Coal Heaver, J.J. Welch, Coal Heaver, M. Conway, Seaman Gunner, Joseph Allen, Ordinary Seaman, M. Foley, First-class Fireman, and E. Donaldson, First-class Fireman.

The Revenue steamer U.S.R.C. "Rush" came in and anchored.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy and raining.

Calms and airs from Southward and Eastward.


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11 May 1892

At anchor Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.11, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and raining.

Light airs from SE.

By order of the Commanding Officer placed B. Nugent, Gunner's Mate, under sentry's charge for safe keeping, he being drunk.


4am to 8am: Overcast.

Overcast, occasional light rain first half.

Calm first hour, afterward light airs from West, calm last hour.

At 7.25am U.S.S. "Adams" made [signal] interrogatory 5459, answered.

At 7.70am made general signal 5459.

U.S.S. "Adams" loosed sail and crossed topgallant yards.

U.S.S. "Mohican" loosed sail and signaled by army code "The yard-ropes are unrove".

Answered by "Reeve yard ropes and cross topgallant yards".

Received 84 pounds bread and 105 pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Light continuous rain.

Airs from NE to SE.

Absent without leave: J. Byrne, Coal Heaver, and F. Grubis, Coal Heaver.

Revenue cutters U.S.R.C. "Bear" and U.S.R.C. "[Oliver] Wolcott" came in from the sound, boarded the former with usual offers.

Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Rush" got under way and steamed over to Fort Townsend wharf.

Furled sail.

At 10.30am made general [signal] 4826, U.S.S. "Adams" and U.S.S. "Mohican" answered.

At 10.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made numeral 4, which we answered.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and raining first two hours, light drizzle last two.

Calms and light airs from SSE and South by East.

U.S.R.C. "Rush" cast off from wharf and anchored in her old berth.

The Commanding Officers of U.S.R.C. "Bear" and U.S.R.C. "Rush" called officially on the Commanding Officer.

Made signal, , to U.S.S. "Adams" and U.S.S. "Mohican" – be ready for sea day after tomorrow morning at eight o'clock.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and rainy.

SE airs.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast first two hours, cloudy last two, pleasant weather.

Light airs from SE first two hours, calm remainder of watch.

Tested searchlights and found them in good working order.


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12 May 1892

At anchor Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.11, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather.

Calm and light Southerly airs.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, high dawn.

Airs from SE and South and calm.

At 7.30am made uniform and time signal, U.S.S. "Mohican" and U.S.S. "Adams" answered.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Calms and light airs and breeze from SE.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters for inspection and exercised crew at divisional drill and overhauling the battery.

At 10.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made sick report 4.

By order of the Commanding Officer the monthly money of R.J. Cooney, Seaman, was stopped for one month, for insolence to the Officer of Deck.

By the same authority the following men were declared deserters: J. Byrne, Coal Heaver, and F. Grubis, Coal Heaver.

Charles F. Chase, Paymaster's Yeoman, reported the expiration of his term of enlistment.

Discharged from the United States Naval Service Charles F. Chase, Paymaster's Yeoman, his term of enlistment having expired.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and unsettled weather.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SE and West.

At 2.15pm Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Rush" moved alongside of dock.

Commanding Officer paid official visit to Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Bear".

Made signal general 2984 to U.S.S. "Adams" and U.S.S. "Mohican".

At 3.50pm U.S.R.C. "Rush" came out into the stream and anchored.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs and breezes from Southward and Westward.

At 5.00pm mustered crew at quarters for inspection.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cool.

Light West winds and calm.

At 10.15pm tested searchlights.

By order of Commanding Officer released from confinement J. Kane, Second-class Fireman, E. Donaldson, First-class Fireman, M. Foley, First-class Fireman, and J.J. Welch, Coal Heaver, and made them prisoners at large.


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13 May 1892

At anchor Port Townsend, Washington, and making passage to Unalashka Island

Lat 48.25, Long -123.62


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and calm.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy to overcast.

Light airs from Southward and Eastward first three hours, calm last hour.

Hoisted steam launch.

Made preparations for sea.

The steamer "Mexico" left the harbor.

At 7.30am made uniform and time signal.

At 7.50am U.S.S. "Mohican" made general signal interrogatory 4890, answered 5637.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Light to gentle WSW breeze.

At 8.00am made signals as follows: to U.S.S. "Adams" and U.S.S. "Mohican" preparatory 4890; to U.S.R.C. "Rush" international [code] M.N.H..

At 8.15am made signal to U.S.S. "Adams" and U.S.S. "Mohican" 4890, to U.S.R.C. "Rush" international M.L.H.

At 8.25am made signal to U.S.S. "Adams" and U.S.S. "Mohican" 2776, and to U.S.R.C. "Rush" international C.N.J.M., D.L.V.W. and P.N.T.

Got under way at 8.45am and stood out, the Commanding Officer at the conn.

Went to quarters at 9.30am, inspected crew and had divisional drills.

At 10.00am a Summary Court Martial, of which Lieutenant W.P. Conway is senior member, convened.

Court at 11.30am adjourned until 1.00pm.

Standing through Straits of Juan de Fuca.

At 12.00pm Race Island light bore NNE¼E (magnetic), distant about 4 miles.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 92.6, vacuum 26 inches.

Draught of ship forward 12 feet 5 inches, aft 16 feet 4 inches.

C.J. Chase was enlisted as Paymaster's Yeoman for three years.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light wind from WNW.

Passed several vessels coming in.

Standing along shore of Vancouver Island, distant three to four miles.

Lost sight of U.S.R.C. "Rush" and U.S.S. "Adams".

At 3.25pm stopped to swing ship for compass deviation.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 99.6, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from WNW.

Swinging ship until 5.10pm.

At 5.10pm went ahead, course West by standard [compass], patent log reading 86.3.

At close of watch Cape Flattery lighthouse bore SSW½W (per compass), distant about 5 miles.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 82, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear, with gentle WNW breeze.

Steering WSW¾W per standard [compass].

At 7.00pm passed U.S.S. "Mohican", at end of watch she bore about 3 points abaft port beam, distant about 5 miles.

Several sailing vessels and one steamer in sight during watch on port beam.

At 6.37pm took departure, Cape Flattery lighthouse bearing S14°W, Carmanah lighthouse N16°W, both true, patent log reading 97.9.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 82.2, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from WNW and West.

At 8.30pm changed course to West by South, patent log [reading] 17.2.

Moon rose at 10.20pm.

At dusk U.S.S. "Mohican" in sight on port quarter.

At end of watch on course West by South, under steam alone.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 96.8, vacuum 28 inches.


Unalashka Island is also known as Unalaska Island.


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14 May 1892

At sea, making passage to Unalashka Island

Lat 49.25, Long -129.44


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Calm and light SW airs.

Steering West by South per standard [compass].

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 93.1, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate wind from SE, latter part of watch increasing in force.

Saw one seal awake and aboard some drift.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 97.8, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cool.

Moderate to stiff breeze from SE by East and SE.

At 9.30am set all sail.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were inflicted: C.F. Face, Apothecary, and R.L. Garcin, Ship's Writer, remaining absent from the ship after their liberty had expired and after the hour set for sailing, monthly money, liberty and privileges stopped for four months.

A Summary Court Martial met at 10.00am for the trial of Martin Foley, First-class Fireman, and such other persons as may be brought before it.

Court adjourned at 11.30am.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 91.5, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with moderate breeze from SE to East.

Steering per standard [compass] West by South.

Court Martial reconvened at 1.30pm and adjourned at 2.00pm, to meet Monday May 16th at 10.00am.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 93.5, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Stiff breeze from East by South to East by North.

At 5.45pm took in and furled all sail.

At end of watch on course West by South, under steam alone.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 89.5, vacuum 28 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Stiff breeze from East by North.

Steering West by South.

Set the clock back 15 minutes.

Steam 96 pounds, revolutions 91.4, vacuum 28 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, cloudy with occasional patches of clear sky.

Wind from NE, freshening.

A long swell from the Southward caused ship to roll deeply at times.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 91.2, vacuum 27 inches.


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15 May 1892

At sea, making passage to Unalashka Island

Lat 50.23, Long -135.76


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from NE.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 91.2, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy to overcast, light drizzling rain and mist last two hours.

Steering per standard [compass] West by South.

Gentle to light breeze from NE to East.

Southerly long swell.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 92.2, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, thick weather, with very heavy mist first part and light fog last part, occasional drizzle during watch.

Light to gentle breeze from East to SE.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters for inspection.

Set clock back 11 minutes during third hour.

On course West by South, under steam alone.

By order of Commanding Officer B. Nugent, Gunner's Mate, M. Conway, Oiler, and Joseph Allen, Ordinary Seaman, were released from confinement and made prisoners at large to await action of Summary Court Martial.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 92.7, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Weather thick and unsettled, rainy.

Moderate to fresh SW breeze.

Barometer falling.

Steering West by South.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 95, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Weather overcast, but clearing.

Fresh SW wind.

Ship rolling deeply at times to SE swell.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 94.5, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cool.

Moderate breeze from SW.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 95, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy, with intermittent drizzling fine rain.

Moderate to gentle breeze from South and SSE.

Steering West by South per standard [compass].

Steam 96 pounds, revolutions 91.9, vacuum 27 inches.


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16 May 1892

At sea, making passage to Unalashka Island

Lat 51.30, Long -142.09


Midnight to 4am:

Thick weather, with occasional light drizzle.

Light to gentle breeze from South by West.

On course West by South, under steam alone.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 91.3, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and thick, with occasional rain showers.

Gentle breeze from SW, shifting to fresh West breeze.

Barometer rising.

Steering West by South per standard [compass].

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 92.2, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool.

Moderate SW wind.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

At 10.00am a Summary Court Martial met, and at 11.30am it took a recess until 1.30pm.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 90.1, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and squally.

Breeze stiff to very fresh from SW.

Barometer rising.

At 1.40pm changed course to WSW¾W.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 83.8, vacuum 28 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, with fresh to stiff breeze from SW.

Steering per standard [compass] WSW¾W.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

At 5.30pm slowed to 80 turns.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 85.1, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and squally.

Moderate to stiff breezes from SW.

Long swell from Southward and Westward.

Set clock back 10 minutes during last hour.

On course WSW¾W, under steam alone.

Steam 91 pounds, revolutions 76.1, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, cool.

Moderate SSW breeze.

Light passing shower last hour.

Steering WSW¾W (per standard [compass]).

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 80.7, vacuum 28 inches.


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17 May 1892

At sea, making passage to Unalashka Island

Lat 52.10, Long -147.40


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather, cool.

Moderate SW wind.

Heavy banks of clouds passing over to Northward and Eastward with some rain.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 83.3, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, with occasional rain squalls.

Breeze gentle to stiff from SW and SW by West.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 80.3, vacuum 28 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with passing showers, and moderate SW breeze.

Steering WSW¾W per standard [compass].

Large prismatic halo around sun.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 89.3, vacuum 28 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from SSW.

Light passing showers last hour.

On course WSW¾W, under steam alone.

Average steam 98 pounds, revolutions 89.5, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Pleasant weather.

Fresh SW breeze.

Light drizzle of rain first hour.

Went to quarters at 5.00pm and exercised at setting up drill.

Steam 96 pounds, revolutions 89, vacuum 28 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cool.

Moderate SW wind.

Long sea.

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 89.1, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and squally.

Breeze stiff to fresh from SW and SSW.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 89.9, vacuum 28 inches.


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18 May 1892

At sea, making passage to Unalashka Island

Lat 52.89, Long -153.59


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with moderate SW breeze.

Steering per standard [compass] WSW¾W.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 89.8, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from SSW.

On course WSW¾W, under steam alone.

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 93.7, vacuum 28 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Moderate SSW breeze.

Went to quarters at 9.30am and had divisional drills.

At 10.30am set all sail, except for topsail and jib, set these at 11.15am.

At end of watch under steam and all sail.

Set clock back 13 minutes.

Steam 89 pounds, revolutions 91.1, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from South.

At 2.30pm took in and furled the sails.

Passed a piece of kelp.

At 3.40pm commenced swinging ship for compass deviation.

Steam 91 pounds, revolutions 85.9, vacuum 28 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Light breeze from SE.

Finished swinging ship at 4.48pm.

Went ahead on course, patent log reading 6.1.

Mustered at quarters at 5.00pm.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 79.3, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with airs from SE and North.

Steering WSW½W per standard [compass].

A shoal of porpoises standing to Eastward.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 96.8, vacuum 28 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs from North to NNW.

On course WSW½W, under steam alone.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 96.9, vacuum 96.9 [sic].


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19 May 1892

At sea, making passage to Iliuliuk, Unalashka Island

Lat 53.29, Long -160.52


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather.

Light breeze from NW and WNW.

Under steam alone, steering WSW½W.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 96, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, but pleasant.

Airs from NE.

Passed some kelp.

Saw large flock of birds fishing.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 100.8, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fair and pleasant, raining lightly first hour.

Light airs and breezes from North.

At 9.30am went to general quarters, times cast loose and provide: 1st Division 4 minutes 2 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 12 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 2 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 21 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes 39 seconds; Engineer's Division 3 minutes 1 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 56 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 4 minutes 3 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 33 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 31 seconds; Powder Division 6 minutes 39 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 28 seconds; Engineer's Division 2 minutes 29 seconds; Marines 1 minute 56 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: starboard engine room 16 seconds; port engine room 37 seconds; berth deck 58 seconds.

Tested magazine, shell rooms and fixed ammunition room flood cocks and found them in good condition.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 98.5, vacuum 28 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with light to gentle breezes from North to North by West.

Steering per standard West by South.

Large number of birds about.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 95.7, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from North by West to NNE.

At 5.00pm mustered crew at quarters.

On course West by South, under steam alone.

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 97.1, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Gentle NNE breeze.

Steering West by South per standard [compass].

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 101, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Airs from North.

At 11.00pm got cast of lead, no bottom at 95 fathoms.

At 11.30pm changed course to W½S (per compass).

Saw two seals.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 91.1, vacuum 27 inches.


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20 May 1892

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor Iliuliuk, Unalashka Island

Lat 53.878, Long -166.548


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cool.

Light airs from North.

At 12.15am got cast of Thomson's [Thompson in log-book] lead in 70 fathoms, no bottom, at 1.15am 80 fathoms, no bottom, at 1.45am 90 fathoms, no bottom, at 2.15am 95 fathoms, no bottom, at 2.45am 100 fathoms, no bottom, at 3.45am got bottom at 85 fathoms, black sand.

At 3.40am discerned high land extending from NW to NNE.

Changed course to West by standard [compass], patent log reading 8.1.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 83.4, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with NE and NW airs.

Standing in for Unalga Pass.

Changed courses as follows: to W½N, patent log [reading] 45.9; to NW¾W, patent log 47.1; to NW½W, patent log 49.5; to WNW½W, patent log 52.6; to W½N, patent log 55.5.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 86.4, vacuum 28 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs from SW.

At 8.00am changed course to SW by W½W, patent log [reading] 56.4.

At 8.15am changed course to South by West, patent log 59.3.

At 8.21am changed course to S½W, patent log 60.4.

At 8.26am changed course to S½E, patent log 61.

At 8.45am hauled in patent log reading 67.2.

Standing in for anchorage in Iliuliuk harbor.

At 8.45am called all hands bring ship to anchor, and at 9.10am came to in 10 fathoms water with port anchor, veering to 30 fathoms on port chain.

Draft of ship forward 12 feet 1 inch, aft 15 feet 2 inches.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" came on board.

Hoisted out dinghy.

Crew engaged in cleaning ship.

Let fires die out under two after boilers and kept steam under starboard forward boiler.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 94.6, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light winds from SE.

At 3.00pm shifted anchorage, and at 3.10pm anchored in 10 fathoms, soft bottom, veering to 30 fathoms chain.

Bearings of anchorage: North Rock ENE, highest point Expedition Island SW (magnetic).


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Light breeze from South to SE by East.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Light breeze from South by East and SSE.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with SE airs.


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21 May 1892

At anchor Iliuliuk, Unalashka Island

Lat 53.878, Long -166.548


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, thick weather, with light drizzle.

Light airs and breeze from SE.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Light SSE breeze.

Light drizzle of rain first hour.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Wind in puffs from SE.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were assigned: M. Sweeny, Private Marine, skylarking while on post, one day's extra duty; and D. Bradley, Private Marine, talking back when receiving orders, one week's extra duty.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, cool and squally.

Light to stiff breeze from SSE.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy.

Light South by East breeze.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with falling mist and light drizzle.

Gentle breeze from South by East.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with drizzling rain.

Gentle SE breeze.


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22 May 1892

At anchor Iliuliuk, Unalashka Island, and moored to wharf

Lat 53.878, Long -166.548


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with drizzling rain.

Light SE wind.

At 3.20am U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" went out.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and drizzling.

Light airs and breeze from SE and ESE.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, with light continuous rain.

Sent a boarding officer to the American schooner "Everett Hays", 28 days from San Francisco, general cargo, also to the Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Bear", reported to have entered Dutch Harbor at 5.00am, 8½ days from Port Townsend.

Light to moderate breeze from ESE to East, third hour in light squalls.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and misty.

Light rain first hour and light drizzle second and third hours.

At 3.55pm turned engines over.

Sent a boarding officer aboard American schooner "Everett Hays" and delivered warning against sealing in prohibited waters.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and misty.

Moderate East wind.

At 4.00pm hove up anchor and hauled alongside of Alaska Commercial Company's dock.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast by clouds.

Wind from East in fresh squalls.

The American schooner "Nicoline" ["Nicholine in log-book] came in from San Francisco and was boarded.

The Captain of Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Bear" paid an official visit on board.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cool.

Stiff breeze to light airs from East and SE.


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23 May 1892

Alongside wharf Iliuliuk, Unalashka Island, and making passage to St. Paul Island

Lat 53.878, Long -166.548


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from NW.

All hands engaged in coaling ship.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light NW breeze.

Engaged in coaling ship.

Delivered papers of warning to Masters of schooners "Matthew Turner" and "Nicoline".

Started fires in boilers C and D.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast by clouds.

Airs from North.

Engaged coaling ship.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and cool.

Light to stiff breeze from WNW.

Finished coaling, having received in all 123 tons 2160 pounds.

At 5.00pm cast off from dock, and got under way.

Steamed out of harbor and stood to the Northward.

At 5.55pm put over patent log, reading 67.2, and set course NW½W by standard [compass].

Draft forward 12 feet 9 inches, aft 15 feet 5½ inches.

At 5.58pm took departure, Priest Rock bore N89°E and center of Ulakta Head [Ulaka Head in log-book] S4°W, both true, starboard log reading 68, and port log 12.8.

Messrs. Williams and Murray, Treasury Agents, and Mrs. Williams came on board for passage to St. Paul Island.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and misty.

Light WNW to NW by West breezes.

Steering per standard [compass] NW½W.

Lost sight of island in mist about 7.30pm on port quarters.

Passed many small detached patches of kelp and sea weed.

A few birds about.

Steam pressure 108 pounds, revolutions 108.1, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NW by West to NNE.

Light drizzle last two hours.

Water very phosphorescent.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 103.7, vacuum 27 inches.


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24 May 1892

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor off St. Paul Island

Lat 56.78, Long -170.08


Midnight to 4am:

Unsettled weather, with occasional rain showers.

Moderate NNE breeze.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 102.4, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast by clouds, light drizzling rain at intervals first half of watch.

Wind from NNE fresh.

Sighted a whale and a bunch of kelp.

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 98.7, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cool.

Very fresh breeze from NNE.

At 9.20am sighted St. George Island ahead.

At 9.25am changed course to West by standard [compass], patent log reading 88.

At 9.30am set fore staysail and main trysail.

At 10.00am changed course to WNW½W, patent log reading 94.8.

At 10.35am changed course to NW by W⅛W, patent log reading 1.6.

At 9.15am got cast of Thomson lead in 54½ fathoms, and at 10.15am in 42 fathoms.

Steamed along SW shore of St. George Island, and at 10.47am West end bore NE by North (magnetic), distant two miles, patent log reading 3.7.

By order of Commanding Officer Private Sweeney was placed in confinement to await trial by Court Martial, and H.F. Laing, Second-class Apprentice, and E. Donaldson, First-class Fireman, were given 1 week's extra duty each, the former for turning in his hammock when on anchor watch and the latter for not turning out for duty morning watch.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 96.5, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and misty.

Stiff to moderate NNE breeze.

At 12.45pm made Otter Island on starboard bow and soon after St. Paul [Island] beyond.

Altered course as necessary to reach anchorage at St. Paul Island under conn of Commander.

At 2.33pm came to in 7 fathoms, gray sand bottom, and veered to 30 fathoms port chain.

Messrs. Williams and Murray, Treasury Agents, and Mrs. Williams left the ship.

Whaling brig "Alexander" reported wrecked April 12 on Northeast side of island, Captain and crew safe ashore.

Bearings at anchor: SW point of St. Paul Island N59°W, North point of Otter Island S41°W, both true.

Draft forward 12 feet 9 inches, aft 15 feet 7 inches.

Banked fires.

Average steam pressure 86 pounds, revolutions 91.2, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Moderate to gentle breeze from North by West.

Set clock back eight minutes first hour.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle North by West breeze.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cold.

Moderate wind from North by West and NNW.


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25 May 1892

At anchor off St. Paul Island, and making passage to Unalashka

Lat 56.95, Long -170.54


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cold and squally.

Breeze moderate to very fresh from North by West and NNW.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy, misty and squally.

Gentle to very fresh breeze in moderate squalls from North by West and NNW.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, thick weather, squally.

Moderate to fresh breeze from NNW.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters and exercised at setting up drill.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: W. Hennessy, Coal Heaver, disobedience of orders, 2 days' extra duty; W. Hennessy, Coal Heaver, J.F. Allen, Coal Heaver, J. Caldwell, Coal Heaver, J. Neilson, Coal Heaver, and T.L. Jones, Second-class Fireman, not going on deck to boat's falls when word was passed, monthly money stopped for one month each.

At 10.00am called all hands up anchor, hove up and steam out from anchorage, Navigator conning ship.

At 10.50am put over patent log reading 41.3.

At 11.05am set course S¾E.

At 11.15am took departure, Otter Island S84°E (true), North tangent St. Paul Island N25°E (true), starboard log read 50.9, port log read 44.9.

At end of watch on course S¾E, under steam alone, West end of Otter Island bearing N39°E (true).

Draft of ship forward 12 feet 6 inches, aft 15 feet 4 inches.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 86.5, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and unsettled, with fresh NNW breeze, snowing part of watch.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 92.8, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, with light driving snow.

Strong wind from NNW.

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 93, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and snowing.

Very fresh to fresh breeze from NNW.

Steam 87 pounds, revolutions 74.1, vacuum 28 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, light drizzle first half.

Very fresh, falling to moderate breeze from NNW and NW.

Steering per standard [compass] S¾E.

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 80.9, vacuum 28 inches.


Unalashka Island is also known as Unalaska Island.


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26 May 1892

At sea making passage to Unalashka Island

Lat 53.06, Long -171.54


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with light passing showers first two hours.

Stiff breeze from NNW and NW.

On course S¾E, under steam alone.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 89.3, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cool.

Moderate NW breeze.

Steering S¾E per standard [compass].

Steam 91 pounds, revolutions 83.9, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast by clouds, cool.

Fresh wind from NNW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

Steam 85 pounds, revolutions 76.1, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cool.

Moderate to fresh breeze from NNW.

At 12.25pm sighted Chegoula Island two points on port bow.

At 1.00pm sighted Amoughta Island on port bow and Seguam Island on starboard bow.

At 1.40pm changed course to SSE by standard [compass], patent logs reading 19.8 and 97.8.

At 2.20pm and 2.50pm took sounding with Thomson [Thompson in log-book] machine, getting no bottom at 104 and 106 fathoms respectively.

Between 1.00pm and 3.00pm the revolutions gradually decreased, falling as low as 54, due to dirty tubes.

The Chief Engineer was ordered by the Commanding Officer to make as much speed as possible, and during the hour from 3.00pm till 4.00pm the revolutions gradually increased to 88.

Steam 85 pounds, revolutions 78, vacuum 28 inches.

At 3.00pm summit of Seguam Island bore S43°W, summit of Amoughta Island bore S47°E (both true).


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with occasional light flumes.

Light to moderate NNW breeze, at times in light squalls.

Stood into Amoughta Pass, at end of watch passing out.

Steering SSE per standard [compass].

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 93.2, vacuum 26 inches.

At 5.00pm summit of Seguam Island bore S65°W, 1111 feet hill on Amoughta Island bore S61°E (both true).


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Gentle to stiff breezes in puffs from NNW.

At 7.15pm changed course to E½S, patent log 52.3.

At 7.30pm set fore and main trysails, spanker and fore staysail.

At end of watch on course E½S, under sail as above and steam.

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 97.5, vacuum 27 inches.

At 7.00pm summit of Amoughta Island bore N29°E, summit of Younaska Island bore N50°E, center of Seguam Island bore N84°W (all true).


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, cool.

Stiff North and NNW breeze.

Steering E½S per standard [compass].

Shut down distiller at 8.00pm.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 92.1, vacuum 27 inches.

At 8.00pm summit of Amoughta Island bore N10°W, summit of Younaska Island bore N25°E (both true).


Chegoula Island is also known as Chagulak Island.

Amoughta Island is also known as Amukta Island.

Amoughta Pass is also known as Amukta Pass.

Younaska Island is also known as Yunaska Island.


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27 May 1892

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor off Dutch Harbor, Unalashka

Lat 53.05, Long -167.65


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast by clouds, cold.

Fresh wind from NNW.

At 3.10am changed course to NNE¼E.

Took in jib.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 92.1, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and squally.

Breeze moderate to fresh from NNW.

At 4.30am took in sail.

At 5.40am discovered land on port bow bearing North by West, this land bore NW by North at close of watch.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 91.2, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast first three hours, breaking away last hour.

Stiff NNW breeze.

Steering NNE¼E per standard [compass].

Land in sight, islands of archipelago on port hand all watch, at end of same extending to ½ point on starboard bow.

At 9.30am went to fire quarters and closed watertight doors for exercise, times ready: 1st Division 3 minutes 9 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 47 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 49 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 57 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 50 seconds; Engineer's Division 2 minutes 12 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 41 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: starboard engine room 0 minutes 17 seconds; port engine room 0 minutes 15 seconds; berth deck 0 minutes 29 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 4 minutes 57 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 18 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 31 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 47 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 32 seconds; Engineer Division 1 minute 29 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 39 seconds.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 94.5, vacuum 27 inches.

At noon Vsevidof [Vsevidoff in log-book] volcano bore N70°W (true), distant 33 miles.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant, light passing shower second hour.

Moderate to stiff breeze from NNW and North.

At 1.05pm changed course to NE by North, patent log [reading] 35.4.

At 3.38pm changed course to NE¼N, patent log 63.

South side of Unalaska Island in sight on port hand during watch.

At end of watch on course NE¼N, under steam alone.

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 97.7, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate North, East and NNE breeze.

Standing along South side of Unalaska Island.

At 4.30pm got a cast of the lead in 46 fathoms, hard rock bottom, and at 5.00pm got a cast in 52 fathoms, black sandy bottom.

Quarters at 5.00pm.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 93.5, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast by clouds, cold.

Fresh wind from North to NNW.

At 6.30pm changed course to NNE, at 7.23pm to North, and at 7.50pm to North by West.

Steam 82 pounds, revolutions 93, vacuum 27 inches.

Egg Island bore N33°W (true), distant 2 miles.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cold.

Breeze fresh to gentle from NW.

At 8.30pm changed course to NW½N, patent log reading 13.3, and then shaped course through Unalga Pass and thence into harbor of Iliuliuk under charge of Commanding Officer.

At 11.41pm anchored off Dutch Harbor in 17 fathoms, soft bottom, and veered to 45 fathoms port chain.

Banked fires.

Steam 85 pounds, revolutions 93.2, vacuum 27 inches.

Draft of ship forward 11 feet 9 inches, aft 14 feet 10 inches.

Bearings at anchorage: pinnacle South side of Summer Bay N69°E (true), Spithead N75°W (true).


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28 May 1892

At anchor off Dutch Harbor, Unalashka

Lat 53.895, Long -166.500


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with light snow flurries second hour.

NW and NNW airs.

Saw in offing at day break smoke of steamer apparently heading Northward.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cool, light passing shower second hour.

Light airs to gentle breeze in puffs from NW.

At 4.45am U.S.S. "Adams" hove in sight from the Northward.

Exchanged distinguishing pennants with U.S.S. "Adams".

At 5.15am U.S.S. "Adams" made general signal interrogatory 1211, answered and made 904.

At 6.13am U.S.S. "Adams" came to anchor between U.S.S. "Yorktown" and the village.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light breeze from NW and North.

Engaged in cleaning ship's side.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: J.C. Fisk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, missing muster, 4 hours' extra duty; C.J. Johnson, Second-class Apprentice, leaving watch before being regularly relieved, 2 extra mid-watches; C.A. Barnes, Second-class Apprentice, not relieving messenger, 2 extra mid-watches.

At end of watch U.S. Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Rush" steaming into the harbor, hoisted distinguishing pennant and international signal B.N.G.


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cool.

Light to gentle breeze from North by West.

At 12.30pm U.S. Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Rush" anchored in the harbor of Iliuliuk.

At 2.55pm U.S.S. "Adams" made [signal] interrogatory 4890, answered and made 904.

U.S.S. "Adams" got under way and went alongside of the coal dock.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Wind squally, then light from West.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: [left blank] pounds fresh beef.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy.

SW to South by West airs.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light to gentle breeze from SSW.


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29 May 1892

At anchor off Dutch Harbor, Unalashka

Lat 53.895, Long -166.500


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and rainy.

Calm and light South wind.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Calm, then airs from SW.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cool.

Light airs and breeze from NNE.

At 9.30am Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.

The American schooner "Matthew Turner" left the harbor.

Got out sailing launch.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with light occasional sprinkles of rain.

Calms and light wind, varying in direction.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from South and SSW.

Fishing parties returned on board with several hundred cod and other fish.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light SSW breeze.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cool.

Gentle breeze from SSW.


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30 May 1892

At anchor off Dutch Harbor, Unalashka

Lat 53.895, Long -166.500


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast by clouds.

Light wind from SSW.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, with light intermittent rain.

Light breeze and airs from SSW.


8am to meridian:

Overcast first two hours, cloudy last two.

Light airs from SSW first three hours and from North by West last hour.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters for inspection.

Exercised 2nd Division at rifle target firing on shore and 3rd Division at revolver target firing at target anchored 30 yards from ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle to light North breeze.

At 12.00pm exchanged numbers with U.S.S. "Mohican".

At 12.20pm U.S.S. "Mohican" made general signal interrogatory 1211, answered 904.

At 12.50pm U.S.S. "Mohican" came to anchor.

Sent an officer to board her.

At 1.00pm called all hands to muster and published the sentences in the following cases: M. Conway, Oiler, to be reduced to the rating of Seaman Gunner and to lose one month's pay, amounting to $38; E. Donaldson, First-class Fireman, reduction to next inferior rating and loss of two months' pay as Second-class Fireman, amounting to $60; M. Foley, First-class Fireman, loss of one month's pay, amounting to $35; J.J. Welch, Coal Heaver, and Joseph Allen, Ordinary Seaman, solitary confinement in double irons for ten days bread and water, full ration every fifth day; J. Kane, Second-class Fireman, sentence remitted.

Confined J.J. Welch, Coal Heaver, and Joseph Allen, Ordinary Seaman, in double irons in accordance with above sentences.

Disrated by order of Commanding Officer in accordance with above sentences: M. Conway, Oiler to Seaman Gunner, and E. Donaldson, First-class Fireman to Second-class Fireman.

At 2.00pm made general signal 2121 to U.S.S. "Mohican".


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light wind from SSW.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cool.

Light breeze from SSW.

At 7.00pm U.S.S. "Mohican" made [signal] interrogatory 1095, answered and made 904.

U.S.S. "Mohican" went alongside the coal wharf.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with light breeze and airs from SSW.


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31 May 1892

At anchor off Dutch Harbor, Unalashka

Lat 53.895, Long -166.500


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze from SSW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light SSW and moderate South breeze.

American schooner "Everett Hays" left the harbor and stood to the Westward.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Wind blowing in heavy puffs from SSE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

The Powder Division had target practice on shore.

U.S.R.C. "Rush" came out from inside harbor and went alongside dock in Dutch Harbor.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were assigned: P.T. Harris, Landsman, dirty clothing at inspection, two mid-watches; R. Klotz, Landsman, slow in obeying orders, two mid-watches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and squally, raining from one to three.

Breeze light to fresh from SSE.

At 1.00pm a Summary Court Martial met for the trial of Private Sweeny, U.S. Marine Corps, and adjourned at 3.30pm.

Sent Marines ashore for target practice.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, with passing showers.

Light to fresh breeze in moderate squalls from SSE.

At 5.45pm made to U.S.R.C. "Rush" U.S.S. "Adams's" distinguishing pennant over international P.D.W., which she answered and made international R.L.G.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant, very light passing shower first hour.

Light to moderate breezes in puffs from SSE.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, cold.

Light wind from SSE.



LOGS FOR JUNE 1892


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1 June 1892

At anchor off Dutch Harbor, Unalashka

Lat 53.895, Long -166.500


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cool.

Gentle breeze to light airs from SSE and South by East, calm last hour.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with light passing rain first half.

Light airs from NE first half to light breeze from SSW second half.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze from SSW and South.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters for inspection.

3rd and Navigator's Divisions had target practice with rifles on shore, 1st Division had target practice with revolvers from the ship.

Made general signal to U.S.S. "Mohican" 1087.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Gentle to fresh South breeze.

Firing from ship at target in water with revolvers.

Sent Marine Guard ashore to fire at range.

At 3.50pm U.S.S. "Adams" steamed out of inner harbor, flying signal general interrogatory 4915, answered 904.

At end of watch U.S.S. "Adams" standing out to sea.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, with drizzling rain last hour.

Light wind from SSW.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cool.

Light airs from SSW.

The Revenue Marine cutter U.S.R.C. "Rush" anchored in Dutch Harbor and her Commanding Officer paid an official visit to the Commanding Officer of this vessel.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, with light passing showers first three hours.

Airs from SSW and WSW to calm last hour.


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2 June 1892

At anchor off Dutch Harbor, and moored to wharf Iliuliuk, Unalashka

Lat 53.879, Long -166.542


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy to overcast, squally second and third hours, heavy mist.

Calm to light airs first part, light to moderate breeze from WNW last part.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from Northward and Westward.

At 5.00am U.S.R.C. "Rush" steamed out of Dutch Harbor standing out to sea.

Made preparations for getting under way and for coaling ship.

At 6.00am called all hands up anchor.

Hove up and steamed into inner harbor going alongside of Alaska Commercial Company's dock.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, the sun showing last hour of watch.

Light wind from SW and NW.

Engaged coaling ship.

The following signals were made: from U.S.S. "Mohican" to this ship at 10.40am 5699, at 11.05am 6179, at 11.10am 904, at 11.10am 6266, at 11.15am 5554 and at 11.20am 1134; from this ship to U.S.S. "Mohican" at 11.00am 2690.

T. Heslin, Oiler, reported his term of enlistment as expiring this day.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with light NNE breeze.

Coaling.

Received 52 tons 91 pounds this watch.

At 3.15pm U.S.S. "Mohican" made [signal] interrogatory 4890, answered and made 904.

U.S.S. "Mohican" got under way and proceeded to sea.

Cutter U.S.R.C. "Rush" came in and her captain came on board to communicate, after which she went out.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair to clear, pleasant weather.

Light breezes from NNE and NE.

Coaling.

Received on board 17 tons and 960 pounds this watch.


6pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light breezes and airs from NE.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather.

Airs from NNE, calm last half of watch.


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3 June 1892

Moored to wharf Iliuliuk, and making passage to Khudiakof Islands

Lat 53.879, Long -166.542


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and calm.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy to overcast, pleasant.

Calm.

Coaling.

Received on board 31 tons 1784 pounds this watch.

Alaska Commercial Company's steamer "Dora" came in and moored to wharf.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Light wind from Northward and Eastward.

At 10.00am half-masted colors following motions of Alaska Commercial Company.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light NE winds.

Engaged coaling ship.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, with NE airs in harbor, moderate SE breeze outside.

At 4.30pm finished coaling, having received in all 295 tons 159 pounds.

Unmoored ship and at 5.10pm left wharf standing out, steam from 3 boilers.

Draft forward 13 feet 9 inches, aft 16 feet 6½ inches.

At end of watch abreast of Priest Rock.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 91.4, vacuum 28 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from ESE first hour, falling to light breeze from SE last part of last hour.

At 6.20pm set course North by E¼E.

At 6.25pm took departure, Priest Rock bearing (true) S13°E, distant 2½ miles, starboard log 80.5, port log 43.5.

Under steam alone.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 94.6, vacuum 28 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Moonlight.

Gentle to stiff East breeze.

At 8.20pm changed course to NNE¼E.

Steering this course at end of watch.

Steam 88 pounds, revolutions 85.1, vacuum 28 inches.


Khudiakof Islands are also known as Kudiakof Islands.


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4 June 1892

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor Khudiakof Islands

Lat 55.38, Long -163.92


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, cool.

Moderate wind from ESE to SSE until last hour, when fell calm.

At 2.38am changed course to NE¼N.

At 2.30am made the land along starboard bow and beam.

At end of watch three lofty peaks in sight.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 86.4, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with thick mist on horizon, until last hour, then lighting.

Steering NE¼N until 4.45am, when ran to Southward and Eastward to speak barkentine, hull down.

Found her to be the "Fremont", San Francisco, 6 weeks out, 20,000 cod on board.

Ran NE and spoke two-masted schooner "Arago" of San Francisco, 2 weeks on fishing grounds, 20,000 cod on board.

Next ran to SW and spoke three-masted schooner "John Hancock", San Francisco May 6, on grounds since June 1, 4800 cod on board, ran SW and spoke barkentine "Jane A. Falkenberg" ["Jane A. Falkinberg" in log-book], San Francisco, cod fishing.

At 8.00am Shishaldin [volcano] peak [Shisaldin in log-book] bore SE by E⅝E (magnetic).

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 90, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SE and South.

At 8.40am set course NE¼N and put over patent logs, starboard log [reading] 95.0,port log 52.7.

High land and snow covered peaks in sight on starboard hand during watch.

Under steam alone.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 75.2, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Fresh breeze from Southward and Eastward.

At 12.50pm changed course to ENE¾E.

Standing in for an anchorage under conn of Commanding Officer.

At 3.30pm got soundings with machine in 15 fathoms, black sand bottom.

At 3.45pm called all hands bring ship to anchor, and at 3.50pm anchored in 13½ fathoms, veering to 60 fathoms port anchor.

Bearings from anchorage: Aghileen Pinnacle [Aghillen Pinnacle in log-book] NE by E⅝E, highest of Tachelhey Mountains [Tachalkey Mountains in log-book, highest peak Frosty Peak] SE⅞S, Amak Island WNW (all magnetic).

Banked fires.

Draft forward 13 feet 7 inches, aft 16 feet 5 inches.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 72.3, vacuum 28 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Fresh wind from South.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Moderate to stiff breeze from SE.


8pm to midnight:

Fair first half, cloudy later, moonlight mostly obscured.

Light to very fresh breeze in heavy squalls at long intervals.


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5 June 1892

At anchor Khudiakof Islands, Alaska Peninsular

Lat 55.37, Long -163.31


Midnight to 4am:

Fair and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from Southward and Eastward.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, squally and rainy last half.

Gentle SE to fresh ESE breeze.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, with driving light rain.

Wind in strong squalls from ESE.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and raining.

Breeze stiff to very fresh from ESE.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy.

Stiff to fresh breeze from SE and SE by East.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy.

Stiff to moderate breeze from SE by East.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and squally.

Stiff to fresh breeze from ESE and SE by East.


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6 June 1892

At anchor Khudiakof Islands, Alaska, and making passage to Unalashka

Lat 55.16, Long -163.68


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, cold.

Wind strong in heavy puffs from SE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, cool and squally.

Breeze moderate to very fresh from ESE.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, first three hours passing showers.

Stiff to moderate ESE to SE breeze.

Barometer falling 29.95 to 29.86.

At 9.10am got under way, draft forward 13 feet 7 inches, aft 16 feet 6 inches, took departure from anchorage and set course SW per standard [compass].

At 11.00am changed course to SW¾W.

Commander assigned following punishments: D. Garners, Landsman, striking another person, 3 mid-watches; W. Cuff, Jack of the Dust, not cleaning station, 1 mid-watch; R. Klotz, Landsman, slow cleaning station, 3 mid-watches; W.J. Fewer, Captain of Forecastle, striking another person, monthly money stopped 1 month; W.W. Hall, Bayman, not cleaning brightwork, extra duty until further orders; C. Smith, Landsman, box in lucky bag, two hours' extra duty.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 103.8, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and squally, occasional light passing showers.

Gentle to very fresh breeze blowing in squalls from ESE to SSW.

Passed a two-masted and a three-masted schooner and two barkentines at anchor on the fishing grounds, same vessels sighted on morning of 4th of this month.

At 3.22pm changed course to SW¾S, starboard log [reading] 14.8, port log 67.6.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 92.2, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and unsettled, raining last hour.

Moderate to fresh breeze from SE and SSE.

Steering SW¾S (per standard [compass]).

Went to quarters and exercised at setting up drill at 5.00pm.

Steam 87 pounds, revolutions 87.8, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Rainy first hour, last hour lifting.

Wind fresh from South to SSE.

At 7.35pm made the land along port bow.

At end of watch land in sight from one point on port bow to the beam.

Steam 83 pounds, revolutions 78.4, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty.

Moderate to light breeze from SSW to SW.

Saw two whales.

At 11.20pm changed course to NW per standard [compass], patent logs reading 39.9 and 88.6, and slowed engines.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 75.1, vacuum 28 inches.


Unalashka Island is also known as Unalaska Island.


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7 June 1892

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor in Captain's Bay, Unalashka

Lat 53.906, Long -166.515


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty, fog on horizon.

Light breeze from West first hour, backing by South to East and falling to light airs.

At 1.30am headed SE per standard [compass].

At daybreak made Akutan Island on port bow, Unalaska on starboard bow.

Rest of watch under conn of Captain heading for Unalaska Bay.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 49.8, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast first hour, cloudy remainder of watch.

Light airs to gentle breeze from Southward and Eastward.

At 5.00am changed course to S¼E, starboard log [reading] 23.5, port log 74.8.

At 5.30am hauled in patent logs reading: starboard 29.2; port 80.3.

Stood into Captain's Bay, Commanding Officer conning ship, and came to at 6.28am in Dutch Harbor with port anchor in 16 fathoms water, hard sand and shell bottom, veering to 45 fathoms on port chain.

U.S.R.C. "Rush" coming out of inner harbor.

Exchanged distinguishing pennants with U.S.R.C. "Rush".

U.S.R.C. "Rush" came alongside and communicated, and then steamed out to sea.

U.S.R.C. "Rush" made international code K.P.T., G.V.C.R., D.T.K.H., all of which we answered.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 94.6, vacuum 27 inches.

Bearings from anchorage: Rocky Point S22°W (true), pinnacle South side of Summer Bay S81°E.

Draft of ship forward 13 feet 3 inches, aft 16 feet 3 inches.

Hauled fires.

At 7.55am the Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" hove in sight, followed by U.S.R.C. "Rush".

Hoisted out steam launch.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Light SSE airs shifting to NNW.

Revenue cutters U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" and U.S.R.C. "Rush" came in and anchored, and their Commanding Officers paid official visits to this ship.

At 10.00am U.S.R.C. "Rush" and U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" steamed into inner harbor.

Engaged in cleaning paint work inside and out.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from North by West to NE.

Marines had target practice with pistols from ship and 3rd Division and Navigator's Division with rifles at 200 and 300 yards on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Calm and light SW winds.

The North American [Commercial] Company's steamer "Bertha" came in and went to the wharf at Dutch Harbor.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast by clouds.

Airs from Northward and Southward.


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8 June 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalashka

Lat 53.906, Long -166.515


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cool.

Light airs from SW first hour, afterwards calm.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty, drizzling rain last half.

Calm.

At 4.20am U.S.R.C. "Rush" steamed out and stood to sea, and at 6.00am U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" came out from inner harbor and went alongside coal ship "America" and began coaling.


8am to meridian:

Overcast by clouds.

Calm.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Overhauled the battery.

Had general muster and read findings and sentence of Summary Court [Martial] in case of M. Sweeney, Private Marine, who in accordance with the sentence of the court was placed in solitary confinement on bread and water for twenty days, with full rations every 5th day.

By order of Commanding Officer the monthly money of D. Bradley, Private Marine, was stopped for one month, for fighting.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast first half, afterwards clearing.

Calm first half, afterwards light airs and gentle breeze from NW.

The first cutter's and the sailing launch's fighting crews exercised at target practice, the first cutter being fitted with a Gatling gun and the sailing launch with a 1-pounder.

Sent the Third Division and the Marine Guard on shore for small arm practice.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Airs from NNW.

Revenue Cutter U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" left collier and went inside.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cool, dim moonlight.

Light airs from NW and West.

A heavy muffled sound suggesting volcanic disturbance heard three times during last hour.


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9 June 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalashka

Lat 53.906, Long -166.515


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy.

Calms and NW airs.


4am to 8am:

Overcast by clouds.

Calm.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cool.

Light breeze from NNW and NNE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised at setting up drill.

At 9.00am the Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" came out from inner harbor and anchored near this ship, and her Commanding Officer paid an official visit to the Commanding Officer of this ship.

At 9.25am U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" got under way and steamed out of the harbor.

The American bark "General Fairchild" came in and anchored in Dutch Harbor.

Sent an officer to board her.

Sent Marines and Powder Division ashore for small arm practice.

By order of Commanding Officer C. Smith, Landsman, was given two hours' extra duty, for having dirty overshirt at quarters.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with airs to light breeze from NNW.

U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" came in and anchored in Dutch Harbor at 1.30pm, sent her a boarding officer and delivered mail bag brought North by U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin".

H.B.M.S. "Melpomene" came in and anchored in Dutch Harbor at 3.00pm.

The Captain went on board.

Lieutenant Commander Tanner, commanding U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross", paid a visit on board.

Had target practice with rifles, 2nd Division on shore, and with port Gatling gun at A target 500 yards distant from ship.

Expended in Ordnance [Department]: 830 rounds of .45 caliber ball cartridges.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and foggy, with drizzling rain, and light to gentle breeze from NNW and North.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters and served out clean hammocks.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy, with light drizzling rain, with light to moderate breeze from North in light squalls.

About 10.40pm felt light shock, as of earthquake.


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10 June 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalashka

Lat 53.906, Long -166.515


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, foggy and drizzling.

Light to gentle breezes in puffs from North.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty.

Gentle breeze to light airs from NE to South by West.

H.M.S. "Melpomene" went out of the harbor.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and misty, with light rain third hour.

SW airs and calms.

1st and 2nd Divisions engaged in rifle target practice on shore, 3rd Division at sub-caliber practice 6-inch guns, A target, 500 yards.

H.M.S. "Melpomene" at target practice in outer harbor.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and misty.

Light airs from West.

H.B.M.S. "Melpomene" came in and anchored at 12.40pm.

1st Division engaged in rifle target practice on shore and the 3rd Division from the ship.

The Powder Division engaged in revolver target practice from the ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with airs to light breeze in puffs from NW to SW.

1st and 2nd Divisions returned from shore target practice, 3rd Division continued rifle practice from ship at B target, 300 yards.

Expended in Ordnance [Department] during the day: 1020 .45 caliber ball cartridges.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty, with light drizzle.

Light airs to gentle breezes from SW.

At 10.00pm a small steamer came in and came to in the inner harbor.


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11 June 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalashka

Lat 53.906, Long -166.515


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty, with drizzling rain.

Gentle SW breeze.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, foggy and raining.

Light SW and SSW wind.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and drizzling.

Light airs from SSW.

Procured a water boat from the ship "America" and commenced to fill tanks from stream on shore.

Sent an officer to the inner harbor to board the Alaska Commercial Company's steamer "Dora" that came in last night.

U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" went alongside the ship "America" for coal.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and drizzling rain.

Light SSW airs.

Watering ship from boat alongside.

At 3.00pm H.M.S. "Daphne" came in and anchored.

Sent an officer aboard to extend the usual courtesies.

Received official visits from the Commanding Officers of Her Majesty's Ships H.M.S. "Melpomene" and H.M.S. "Daphne".

Alonzo Jones, Seaman, was transferred to U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross", with all papers and effects, for transportation to Naval Hospital, Mare Island.

Wardroom officers of H.M.S. "Melpomene" called on officers of this ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, fog and light passing showers last part.

Light airs and breezes from SW first two hours, light airs from NW third hour, and from NNE last hour.

Finished watering ship, all tanks full.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department from U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross": 680 pounds bread.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and foggy.

Light airs from North, East and SSW.


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12 June 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalashka, and making passage to Karluk, Kadiak Island

Lat 53.906, Long -166.515


Midnight to 4am:

Heavy fog.

Light airs.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and foggy, with light drizzling rain.

Light airs from NE.

At 7.00am U.S.R.C. "Rush" came in.

Exchanged distinguishing pennants with U.S.R.C. "Rush".

The Commanding Officer of U.S.R.C. "Rush" came on board officially.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and foggy.

Light breeze from NNE and NW.

Mustered at quarters at 9.30am.

Commanding Officers of U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross", U.S.R.C. "Rush" and H.M.S. "Melpomene" came on board.

Wardroom officers of H.M.S. "Daphne" called.

Getting ready for sea.

U.S.R.C. "Rush" shifted anchorage to North American Commercial Company's dock, and later went into the inner harbor.

Received on board Captain J.E. Lennon (Pilot) from U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross".


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast by fog, which lifted from time to time.

At 2.20pm called all hands up anchor.

Hove up port anchor and at 2.30pm stood out of harbor under conn of Captain.

At 2.37pm put over patent logs, the starboard reading 29.2 and the port 80.4.

At 3.25pm set course N⅞E, patent logs reading: starboard 37.1; port 87.0.

Failed to sight Priest Rock, but made Erskine Head bearing about two points abaft starboard beam at 3.45pm.

Ship's draft forward 13 feet 3 inches, aft 16 feet 2 inches.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 99.1, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and foggy first hour, afterwards misty.

Light airs from Northward

At 5.00pm changed course to NE by North per standard [compass], starboard log reading 53.4 and port log reading 3.5.

Sighted a number of whales.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 88.7, vacuum 27.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy.

Airs from North to light NE breeze.

Steering NE by North per standard [compass] until 6.40pm, then E½S.

At 7.18pm Akun Head [Akun North Head in log-book] bore S46°E true, and at 7.45pm S21°W true.

Passed several schools of finback whales and numerous flocks of whalebirds.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 90, vacuum 28 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with fog first two hours, misty last two.

Calms and light airs from SE.

At 8.10pm changed course to E½N, starboard log [reading] 8.7, port log 35.6.

At 10.51pm the Eastern end of Ugamak Island bore S19°W (true), changed course to E½S (per compass), starboard log [reading] 13.1, port log 60.4.

Passed through very large flocks of water fowl resembling ducks.

At 9.14pm sighted a large bull fur seal jumping out of water.

Moon rose at 11.20pm.

Under steam alone.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 90, vacuum 27 inches.


Kadiak Island is also known as Kodiak Island.


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13 June 1892

At sea, making passage to Karluk, Kadiak Island, Alaska

Lat 54.10, Long -162.25


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Light SE airs.

Steering E½S (per standard [compass]).

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 91.3, vacuum 28 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from NW.

At 5.13am changed course to ENE¼E.

At 6.00am made a vessel from the masthead to the Northward.

At 6.08am headed for her, changing course to N½W, then N¾W.

At 6.30am made another sail bearing about West.

At 7.00am overhauled schooner "Unga" of Pirate Cove, sent an officer on board to give conventional warning.

At 7.50am headed WSW for the sail to the Westward.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 92.3, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fair, warm and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from NW and SW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised divisions at routine drills.

At 8.35am overhauled schooner "Hunter" of San Francisco.

Sent an officer to board and give warning with reference to entering Bering Sea.

Hauled in patent logs, starboard log reading 7.5 and port log 50.5.

At 9.06am went ahead, course ENE¼E per standard [compass].

At 9.40am got cast of lead in 46½ fathoms, black sand bottom.

At 10.45am sighted a schooner inside of Sanack reef.

Sighted a number of seal pups.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 84.8, vacuum 28 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Light breeze from West and WNW.

Steering per standard [compass] ENE¼E until 12.40pm, after which NE by East.

Sighted about 10 fur seals first hour.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 90.3, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from WNW.

At 5.00pm mustered crew at quarters and held usual setting up drill.

At 4.30pm sighted small fur seal jumping in NE direction.

Several whales in sight first hour.

Numerous birds of various kinds in sight during watch.

Making course NE by East.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 88.4, vacuum 28 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light WNW breeze.

Steering NE by East (per standard [compass]).

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 87.6, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast by clouds and fog.

Airs from West, calm last half when light fog set in, clearing at end of watch.

Saw three seals and several whales.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 89.3, vacuum 28 inches.


Sanack Reef is also known as Sanak Reef.


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14 June 1892

At sea, making passage to Karluk, Kadiak Island, Alaska

Lat 55.80, Long -156.42


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from NW.

At 3.00am a group of small islands was discerned bearing WSW.

At 12.00am changed course to NNE¾E.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 89.7, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, last hour breaking away.

NW airs to light WNW breeze.

Land of Alaskan Peninsula in sight on port hand during watch.

Steering per standard NNE¾E.

Hazy horizon.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 89.5, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light breeze from WNW.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters for inspection and exercised at divisional drills.

Set clock back 17 minutes third hour.

Sighted numerous whales during first part of watch.

Making course NNE¾E.

At end of watch land in sight on port beam and Chirikoff Island on starboard bow.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 91.3, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle WNW breeze.

At 12.35pm changed course to North (per standard [compass]), patent logs: starboard [reading] 76.9; port 15.5.

Passed a schooner standing to the Southward.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 88, vacuum 28 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and hazy.

Moderate breeze from NW.

At 4.30pm made dimly high land bearing about NE by East.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 88, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with occasional drizzling rain.

Breeze gentle from NW.

At 7.40pm land ahead was reported from aloft.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 89, vacuum 28 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with fog lying low on land, light sprinkles of rain.

Light breeze from NNW and North.

Steering North per standard [compass] until 8.13pm, then North by E¼E.

High land on starboard hand at end of watch.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 89.9, vacuum 27 inches.


Chirikoff Island is also known as Chirikof Island.


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15 June 1892

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor Karluk, Kadiak Island, Alaska

Lat 57.627, Long -154.354


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, with passing showers first hour.

Calm and light airs from NW.

At 12.17am changed course to NNE, at 12.20am to NNE¾E, at 12.26am to NE and at 12.35am to NE by East.

At 12.45am hauled in patent logs.

Standing in for anchorage in Karluk harbor, Commanding Officer conning the ship.

At 1.10am came to in Karluk harbor with port anchor in 16 fathoms of water and veered to 45 fathoms on port chain.

Banked fires.

On entering harbor passed a two-masted schooner going out.

Found the bark "Heron" of San Francisco and a two-masted schooner at anchor in harbor.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 93.3, vacuum 27 inches.

Bearings from anchorage: Cape Karluk SW by W¼W, Cape Uyak NNE, both magnetic.

Draft of ship forward 12 feet 7 inches, aft 16 feet 1½ inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and foggy.

Calm.


8am to meridian:

Warm and pleasant, fog shutting down at times.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

Boarded and warned schooner "Lilly L." of San Francisco, lying at anchor here.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, warm and pleasant.

Light airs from NNW first hour, afterwards calm.

At 3.00pm the strength of flood tide was 0.4 knots.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant.

Calm.

Tidal current inappreciable.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Calms and light airs from NW.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and foggy.

Calm and light SW airs.


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16 June 1892

At anchor Karluk, Kadiak Island, Alaska, and at sea making passage to Lazy Bay, Kadiak Island, and at anchor

Lat 56.84, Long -154.33


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, foggy last half of watch.

Wind variable.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cool.

Breeze light to stiff from North to SSE.

At 5.00am got under way and stood out of Karluk Bay.

At 5.45am set course SW½S per standard [compass], Karluk Head bearing East by South (magnetic), distant 2 miles, starboard log reading 99.7 and port log reading 37.6.

At 6.10am changed course to SSW¼W, starboard log [reading] 5.6, port log 43.5.

At 7.25am changed course to South by E½E, starboard log [reading] 15.2, port log 52.3.

At 8.00am changed course to SE by East, starboard log [reading] 20.7, port log 58.7.

At 8.00am Seal Cape bore E½N, distant 5 miles.

Sighted a number of whale.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 88.1, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, mist and squally.

Moderate to fresh breeze in moderate squalls from ESE.

Steering various courses under conn of Navigator, from SE¼E to ESE¾E per standard [compass], heading for entrance to Lazy Bay, off Alitak Point at end of watch.

Sighted three schooners, all of which went out of sight in a squall, the second entered Lazy Bay, the third, "Lydia" of Kadiak, at entrance at noon.

At 9.30am went to general quarters and exercised divisions, times cast loose and provide: 1st Division 2 minutes 31 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 27 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 58 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 42 seconds; Engineer's Division 2 minutes 3 seconds; Powder Division 3 minutes 2 seconds; Marines 1 minute 38 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: starboard engine room 0 minutes 19 seconds; port engine room 0 minutes 23 seconds; berth deck 0 minutes 33 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 3 minutes 13 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 7 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 49 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 43 seconds; Powder Division 3 minutes 39 seconds; Engineer's Division 2 minutes 18 seconds; Marines 1 minute 9 seconds.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 93.3, vacuum 27.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy first hour, overcast remainder of watch.

Misty, with occasional fog, light passing showers last two hours.

Fresh to very fresh breezes from ENE to East.

At 12.20pm took a sounding, finding 21 fathoms water with gray sand bottom.

At same time Alitak Point bore N22°W (true) and South Cape S49°E (true), patent log [reading] 98.8.

At 1.00pm changed course to North by E¼E (per compass), starboard log [reading] 64.8, port log 2.3.

Standing in for anchorage in Lazy Bay.

At 1.10pm hauled in patent logs.

At 1.20pm came to with port anchor in Lazy Bay in 13 fathoms water, soft bottom, and veered to 45 fathoms on port chain.

Banked fires.

Bearings from anchorage: Egg Island S88°E true, Roundtop Hill S11°E [?], South arm of bay S23°W (true).

Found the Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" and five schooners at anchor in Lazy Bay.

Exchanged distinguishing pennants with U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin".

The Commanding Officer of U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" came on board officially.

Pilot Lennon left the ship and went on board U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin".

At 3.00pm U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" left the harbor.

Draft of ship forward 12 feet 6 inches, aft 16 feet 1 inch.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 83.7, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and foggy, with drizzling rain.

Wind strong in puffs from ENE and East.

At 5.50pm veered to 60 fathoms on port chain.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast by clouds, with a light drizzle coming at times with the wind squalls.

Wind from East to East by North in heavy puffs.

A schooner came in and anchored, name and nationality not known.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with moderate gale from East and rain.

A schooner came in and anchored in Lazy Bay.

Tide not strong enough to measure.


Karluk Head is also known as Cape Karluk.

Seal Cape is also known as Cape Ikolik.


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17 June 1892

At anchor Lazy Bay, Kadiak Island

Lat 56.89, Long -154.24


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy and squally, with driving fine rain during the moderate East by North squalls.

Stiff to very fresh breeze.

Strongest tidal current setting South at 2.00am, 0.7 knots.

Ship swinging between NE by East and SE by East all watch.

Barometer slowly falling 29.61 to 29.55 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and squally, with light drizzle during greater part of watch, fog or mist throughout.

Fresh breeze to moderate gale in squalls from East to ENE, heaviest squalls from ENE.

Strongest current setting SW from 7.00am to 8.00am, force 0.6 knots.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and unsettled.

Wind strong in puffs from East to East by North, drizzling rain at intervals.

At 9.30am exercised at fire quarters and shutting watertight doors, times as follows: 1st Division ready 1 minute 56 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 41 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 26 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 39 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 57 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 12 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 32 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: starboard engine room 0 minutes 31 seconds; port engine room 0 minutes 29 seconds; berth deck 0 minutes 38 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 3 minutes 2 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 38 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 32 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes 4 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 50 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 6 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 57 seconds.

The flood cocks were overhauled and tested under the supervision of the Navigator and Officer of the Powder Division.

Strongest tidal current during watch between 9.00am and 10.00am setting to the North, force 0.3 [knots], and between 11.00am and 12.00pm setting NNW, force 0.3 [knots].


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, with occasional driving light rain.

Wind in heavy squalls from East by North.

At end of watch the following schooners were in the harbor: "Rose Sparks"; "Enterprise"; "Alexander"; "Pearl"; "Lydia"; and "Active".

Low water about noon, tide running flood during watch.

Tidal current 2.00pm setting West by North, force 0.4 knots.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, drizzling and squally.

Stiff to very fresh breeze from ENE.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Sent a boarding officer on board the American schooners "Alexander" ["Alexandra" in log-book] and "Active" and delivered to the master of the "Active" the warning concerning Bering Sea, the "Alexander" ["Alexandra" in log-book] had previously been warned.

At 6.00pm force of flood tide was 0.6 knots.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy and squally, with light rain.

Gentle to fresh breeze from NE in moderate squalls.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy and squally, thick weather, light passing showers.

Stiff breeze to moderate gale from NE.

Greatest current 0.4 knots in WNW direction.


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18 June 1892

At anchor Lazy Bay, Kadiak Island

Lat 56.89, Long -154.24


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, rainy and squally.

Wind strong in puffs from NE.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, with occasional light drizzle.

Wind blowing in strong squalls from NE.

At 7.00am observed the schooner "Rose Sparks" had started her anchor and was drifting on the beach, she hoisted her ensign union down.

Sent an officer with two cutters, a heavy kedge and a line.

At end of watch she was riding safely to our anchor.

Observed a vessel at anchor under the land across the bay, bearing about East by South.

Current South 6/10ths [knots] at 6 o'clock.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and squally.

Breeze moderate to fresh from NE.

Barometer low, but steady.

Bent two hawsers together and sent end down to schooner "Rose Sparks" astern, she hauled ahead by this line until close under our stern, then set sail, cast to starboard and stood into a small cove to the Southward where she anchored.

At 11.00am force of current south was 0.4 knots.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with light to moderate breeze from NE to East in light squalls.

British schooner "Enterprise" left the harbor, exchanged colors on her passing.

Strongest tide setting East at 4.00am, 0.2 knots.

Turned over by order of Commanding Officer to schooner "Pearl", Captain Littlejohn, one anchor pennant (wire), $37.03 invoice price, from the Equipment Department of this vessel.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light to gentle breeze from NNE and NE.

Greatest current setting SW, 0.2 knots, at 5.00pm.


6pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light NE breezes.

Barometer 29.98.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather.

Wind from NE last hour from NNW.

Barometer rising.

Slack water low at 10.45pm.


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19 June 1892

At anchor Lazy Bay, and making passage to Port Etches

Lat 56.70, Long -153.58


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from North and NW.

Barometer rising.

At 1.00am force of ebb tide was 0.4 knots.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with light to gentle breeze from WNW and NW.

Recovered kedge and line from "Rose Sparks".

Made preparations, and at 8.00am was ready to get under way.

"Alexander", "Herman" and "Lydia passed out.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light breeze from NW first two hours, gentle breeze from WSW and West by South remainder of watch.

At 8.15am hove up anchor and started ahead on both engines.

Stopped starboard engine and slowed down on port.

Starboard engine was found to be full of water and the engineers could not tell the cause of its being there or from whence it came.

At 8.50am starboard engine was reported clear.

Started ahead on both engines and steamed out of Lazy Bay, Commanding Officer conning ship.

At 9.00am put over patent logs and set course SE by E⅛E (per compass).

At 9.10am changed course to S¾E (per compass).

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters for inspection.

At 9.35am changed course to SSE⅝E (per compass).

At 10.05am changed course to SE¼E, at 10.10am to SE by E¼E, at 10.25am to E¼N, at 10.35am to ENE¼E, and at 10.55am to NE by E¼E.

Steaming through Geese Island Passage.

Sea running against wind and tide causing remarkably high, short sea in the Passage.

At 12.00pm took departure: Sithinak Island (SE tangent) S43°W; Sithinak Island (North tangent) S79°W; Alitak mountain N55°W.

All three bearings true.

Draft forward 12 feet 5 inches, aft 16 feet 0 inches.

Pressure 94 pounds, revolutions 90, vacuum 27 inches.

Courses per compass bearing true.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light breeze from West and WSW.

At noon changed course to NE, patent logs reading: starboard 93.8; port 32.9.

At 12.40pm set all lower sails and loosed topsails to dry.

At 1.25pm shifted course to NE by North, patent logs: starboard 7.5; port 45.8.

At 3.30pm took in and furled all sail.

Sighted English man-of-war and hoisted colors.

At end of watch English man-o-war 1 point forward port beam.

Steam 96 pounds, revolutions 87.3, vacuum 28 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast by clouds.

Light wind from East last hour.

At end of watch English man-o-war bore three points abaft port beam.

Sighted several whales and great numbers of birds apparently feeding with them.

Steam 88 pounds, revolutions 84.3, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light airs from NE.

At 8.00pm Ugak Island [Point in log-book] bore N89°W, true.

Steam 86 pounds, revolutions 87, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and foggy.

Airs to gentle breeze from NE.

Passed through dense fog bank first hour.

First half numerous finback whales and many flocks of whalebirds.

Steering North by E½E after 8.17pm per standard [compass].

Revolutions 96.4, steam 103 pounds, revolutions [sic, should be vacuum] 26 inches.


Sithinak Island is also known as Sitkinak Island.


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20 June 1892

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor Port Etches

Lat 59.09, Long -149.10


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and pleasant, misty.

Light breeze from ESE.

Heavy ground swell from NE.

At 1.30am passed a three-masted steamer standing to the Southward.

At 3.45am sighted a two-masted schooner.

Changed course to West (per compass) and stood for her, starboard log [reading] 51.6, port log 87.7.

At end of watch heading West (per compass) for schooner.

Steam 96 pounds, revolutions 93.8, vacuum 28 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from ENE.

Steering West until 4.24am, when changed course to W¾S, patent logs reading: starboard 61.5; port 97.6.

At 4.45am changed to WSW, starboard log [reading] 61.5, port 76.

At 5.00am stopped and hauled in patent logs reading: starboard 63.8; port 99.9.

Spoke the British schooner "Katharine" of Victoria.

She said that she had been boarded by U.S.S. "Adams" June 6th.

Started ahead on course North by E½E at 5.10am, putting over patent logs.

Lost dog overboard, stopped at 5.15am, hauled in patent log reading: starboard 64.4; port 100.5.

Lowered lifeboat, not finding the dog, boat returned.

Hoisted lifeboat, and at 5.35am went ahead full speed on course North by E½E, put over patent logs.

At 7.30am sighted high land two point forward of port beam.

At end of watch on course North by E½E.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 95.9, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Airs from SE to East, calm last hour.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

Sighted and exchanged colors with three American whaling barks, apparently cruising on the grounds.

Sighted several whales and numerous other fish.

The Captain counted the Government money in possession of the Paymaster and found the amount to be correct.

At 9.40am changed course to NNE½E, at 9.57am to ENE, and at 10.15am to NNE½E.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 93.4, vacuum 28 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light breeze from SW.

At 1.00pm got cast of lead in 86 fathoms.

At 1.30pm sighted two sails to Northward and Westward standing to Northward and Eastward.

At 1.45pm sighted Cape Clear bearing North by West.

At 2.10pm changed course to NNE per standard [compass], starboard log reading 49.9, port log reading 84.4.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 93.1, vacuum 28 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear, haze on horizon.

Light WSW breeze.

Steering NNE per standard [compass].

At 5.23pm passed Cape Clear.

Sighted a two-masted schooner heading to Northward.

At end of watch on starboard quarter, distant about 7 miles.

At 5.00pm had evening quarters.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 91, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear overhead, hazy around horizon.

Gentle breeze from WSW.

At 6.47pm changed course to N½W (per compass), starboard log [reading] 96.9, port log 30.6.

Sighted two schooners under land off entrance to Port Etches.

At 7.40pm the easternmost of the Wooded Islands bore S83°E (true), distant 4 miles.

At end of watch standing if for Port Etches along SE side of Montague Island.

Steam 84 pounds, revolutions 84, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from SW, shifting to the Northward and Eastward.

At 9.00pm changed course to N½E, patent logs reading: starboard 17.6; port 51.

At 9.50pm changed course to North by East.

Steered this course until 10.30pm, when hauled in patent logs and shaped course for anchorage, Commanding Officer and Navigator conning, patent logs reading: starboard 33.5; port 66.6.

Overhauled and passed three schooners standing in.

At 11.05pm came to in 15 fathoms water, veering to 45 fathoms on port chain.

Draft of ship forward 12 feet 3 inches, aft 15 feet 12 inches.

Bearings from anchorage: South entrance point S39°W, Phipps Point N28°W (both true).

Found U.S.S. "Mohican" at anchor in the harbor.

Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Mohican" came on board.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 94.9, vacuum 25 inches.


Cape Clear is also known as Cape Cleare.


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21 June 1892

At anchor Port Etches, and at sea, making passage to Unalashka Island

Lat 60.13, Long -147.09


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Generally fair and pleasant.

Calm first half, afterwards light breeze from NE and SE.

At 5.00am force of ebb tide was 0.8 knots.

At 6.30am U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" came in and anchored.

Her Commanding Officer immediately paid an official visit to the Commanding Officer of this ship.

At 7.30am made dress signal 6167 to U.S.S. "Mohican".

At 7.50am U.S.S. "Mohican" made general signal 985.

Answered, and signaled by "Wait for our mail".

Seven schooners in sight in offing at close of watch, four standing towards the harbor and three standing to the Eastward, which had previous to 7.30am been also standing towards the harbor.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy to overcast, with light to gentle SE breeze.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and had setting up drill.

At 8.45am U.S.S. "Mohican" made [signal] interrogatory 4890, answered and made 4915.

U.S.S. "Mohican" and U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" got under way and steamed out.

At 10.10am we hove up and started out of harbor, steam from three boilers, draft forward 12 feet 2 inches, aft 15 feet 11 inches.

At 10.50am put over patent log, Southern point of entrance bearing ESE.

At noon East Wooded Island S57°W and North end of Montague Island N10°E, both true.

During last hour changed course frequently to intercept schooner standing towards entrance.

While still in harbor first hour, boarded British schooner "Teresa", Victoria, British Columbia, warned by U.S.S. "Adams" June 17.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 102.2, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy, pleasant.

Gentle breeze from ESE to ENE, increasing to moderate breeze last hour.

At 12.06pm changed course to SE by E¼E, starboard log [reading] 47.3, port log 80.4.

At 12.10pm hauled in patent logs, spoke schooner "Mary and Ellen" and found she had been boarded by U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin".

At 12.15pm put over patent logs reading: starboard 48; port 81; and set course S½E.

At 1.50pm changed course to SW by West, starboard log [reading] 64.3, port log 96.9.

At 2.00pm changed course to South by W½W, starboard log [reading] 65.8, port log 98.6.

At 2.00pm Cape Clear bore N88°W (true) and the easternmost of the Wooded Islands bore N38°W (true).

At end of watch high land in sight on starboard beam and quarters.

Passed without speaking two whaling barks.

At end of watch on course South by W½W.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 94.6, vacuum 28 inches.

Courses per compass.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and misty.

Gentle to moderate ENE breeze, shifting to East.

Changed course as follows, standing for a schooner: SSE, starboard log [reading] 20.6, port 88.1; WNW½W, starboard log 24.1, port 91.6; NW by W½W, starboard 27.3, port 94.8.

Spoke the British schooners "E.B. Marwin", "Triumph" and "Sapphire", they had been previously warned by U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin", also passed British schooner "C.H. Tupper" and one other, all standing to Northward and Eastward.

Then went on old course South by W½W, starboard log [reading] 28.5, port log 96.

Making this course at end of watch.

Went to quarters at 5.00pm.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 95, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, becoming misty last hour.

Moderate wind from East by North.

At 6.10pm hauled SE to overhaul a schooner heading to the Northward and Eastward.

At 6.50pm spoke her and sent an officer on board to give sealer's warning.

At 7.50pm boat returned, and at 8.00pm went ahead on course South by W½W.

Schooner proved to be the "Beatrice" of Shanghai, flying the British flag.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 91.5, vacuum 28 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, misty and drizzling.

Moderate to stiff breeze from ESE and SSE.

At 8.00pm set all sail.

At 8.50pm changed course to South by W¼W.

At 11.30pm took in sail.

At 11.00pm connected boiler D.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 106.4, vacuum 26 inches.


Unalashka Island is also known as Unalaska Island.


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22 June 1892

At sea, making passage to Unalashka Island

Lat 57.16, Long -151.68


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with gentle to stiff SSW and SW breezes.

Cross sea.

Steering South by W¼W per standard [compass].

Steam from four boilers.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 111.3, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fair and pleasant.

Choppy sea.

Fresh breeze, falling to stiff breeze last hour, from SSW.

At 6.18am changed course to WSW and stood for a topsail schooner that was standing to the Southward and Eastward, starboard log [reading] 33.5, port log 69.8.

At 7.00am hauled in patent logs.

Spoke schooner "La Ninfa" of San Francisco and found that she had not been boarded.

Sent an officer to board her and warned her against sealing in prohibited waters.

At 7.55am put over patent logs reading: starboard 43.8; port 77.2; and set course South by W¼W.

At end of watch on course South by W¼W.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 110.5, vacuum 26 inches.

Courses per compass.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Stiff South to South by West breeze.

Went to quarters and had divisional drills at 9.30am.

Spoke the British schooner "Willie McGowan", she said she had been warned on the 21st by H.M.S. "Daphne".

Set the clock back 19 minutes.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 111.8, vacuum 28 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate wind from South to SSW.

At 12.40pm made a schooner bearing about South.

At 12.37pm changed course to SSW½W.

At 1.46pm headed SW¼W to head off the schooner, at 1.54pm went SW by West, at 2.12pm WSW, at 2.30pm WSW¾W, at 2.52pm overhauled the vessel, which proved to be the British schooner "Arietes" of Lunenburg, boarded and warned two days ago by H.B.M.S. "Daphne".

At 2.52pm kept off to course SSW½W, and went ahead full speed.

Observed two seals and several whales.

At 1.50pm made the land along the starboard beam, and at end of watch land in sight on starboard side from bow to quarter.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 112, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from SSE.

At 4.30pm made out Sitkinak Island bearing SW.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

At close of watch Sitkinak Island bore SW by West, very distant.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 109.2, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with fog and mist.

Moderate East breeze.

Steering SSW½W per standard [compass].

Land hidden by mist.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 112.7, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, thick weather, drizzling first hour, raining remainder of watch.

Gentle to moderate breeze from East.

At 8.19pm changed course to SSW, starboard log [reading] 94.1, port log 29.0.

At end of watch on course SSW.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 113, vacuum 25 inches.

Courses per compass.


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23 June 1892

At sea, making passage to Unalashka Island

Lat 54.57, Long -158.95


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, light rain first hour.

Moderate ESE to gentle SE breeze.

At 1.15am sighted land broad off starboard beam.

Lost sight of the land at 3.30am off starboard quarter.

Steering SSW.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 107, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs from West, calm last hour.

At 4.20am changed course to SW¼W.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 106.4, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from SSW and West.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and instructed divisions in duties at "Clearing Ship for Action" and "Arm and Away Boats".

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were inflicted: M. Foley, First-class Fireman, out of uniform at evening quarters, 6 hours' extra duty; P.J. Harris, Landsman, S. Simmons, Ordinary Seaman, mess gear not clean, 1 mid-watch each.

At 1. [sic] sighted Shumagin Islands bearing West.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 110.6, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with West and SW airs.

Steering SW¼W until 12.45pm, then SW½W per standard [compass].

Several seals in sight.

Shumagin group abaft starboard beam at end of watch.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 102.2, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, cloudy and pleasant.

Light breeze from South.

At 4.20pm stopped engine for five minutes on account of a loose oil cup.

At 5.00pm mustered crew at quarters.

Sighted H.B.M.S. "Melpomene" standing to the Westward.

H.M.S. "Melpomene" made [signal] international B.W.F., answered C., stood across bows of H.M.S. "Melpomene" and communicated with her.

Hauled in patent logs at 5.58pm.

At end of watch communicated with H.M.S. "Melpomene".

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 100, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast cloudy.

Gentle South breeze.

At 6.05pm went ahead full speed on course SW½W.

Put over patent logs reading: starboard 47.1; port 84.5.

Set the clock back 15 minutes.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 110.8, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, threatening weather.

Wind from South, freshening last half of watch and squally, accompanied by a light rain at intervals.

At 9.15pm kept away, and at 9.25pm overhauled the schooner "Emma Luisa", spoke her and gave permission to go in to Sand Point for water.

She had been warned on the 18th by U.S.S. "Adams".

At 9.45pm went ahead on course SW½W.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 111.6, vacuum 27 inches.


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24 June 1892

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalashka

Lat 54.27, Long -165.36


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, misty and drizzling.

Gentle breeze from SW.

At 1.25am changed course to W½N per standard [compass], starboard log [reading] 35.8 and port log 73.

Steam 91 pounds, revolutions 106.3, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and misty, with light intermittent rain.

Moderate to fresh SSW breeze.

Steering until 7.50am W½N, then WNW½W per standard [compass].

High land on starboard bow during watch.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 102.3, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy to overcast, thick weather with fog banks to Southward and Westward, light passing showers first hour.

Light to gentle breeze from South and SSE.

Changed courses as follows: at 8.10am to SW¾S, starboard log [reading] 12.6, port log 50.4; at 8.15am to East by South, starboard log 13.8, port log 51.6; at 8.25am to ENE½E, starboard log 16.2, port log 54; at 8.35am to NE, starboard log 18.4, port log 56.4; at 8.55am to NNE½E, starboard log 23.3, port log 61.2; at 9.30am to North by E½E, starboard log 31.5, port log 68.2; at 9.45am to N¼E, starboard log 33.5, port log 71.2; at 9.55am to North, starboard log 35.5, port log 73.2; at 10.00am to North by W½W, starboard log 36.4, port log 74.2; at 10.10am to NW¾W, starboard log 38.7, port log 76.5; at 10.20am to West, starboard log 41, port log 78.8; at 11.45am to West by South, starboard log 56.8, port log 94.8.

Set clock back 15 minutes first hour.

At 9.30am exercised at fire quarters.

Times, ready: 1st Division 2 minutes 29 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 38 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes18 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 23 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 38 seconds; Engineer's Division 0 minutes 56 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 29 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: starboard engine room 0 minutes 12 seconds; port engine room 0 minutes 16 seconds; berth deck 0 minutes 20 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 1 minute 17 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 52 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 58 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 55 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 33 seconds; Engineer's Division 2 minutes 38 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 56 seconds.

Tested magazine, shell room and fixed ammunition room flood cocks, and found them in good working order.

A. Nordstrom, Gunner's Mate, reported the expiration of this term of enlistment.

At end of watch on course West by South, with Akun Head [Akun North Head in log-book] bearing N80°W (true) and island South of Akun S22°W (true).

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 95, vacuum 27 inches.

Courses per compass.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and misty around horizon.

Stiff SW breeze.

Standing through Unimak Pass steering various courses.

At 2.08pm stopped, hauled in patent logs reading: starboard 87.1; port 12.4.

Spoke the American schooner "Jane Gray" of San Francisco.

She said she was trying to make Unalaska for water.

Took her in tow.

Before speaking this schooner expended four 3-pounder charges to bring her to.

At 2.08pm, when stopped, North Head of Akutan bore SSE.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 107.3, vacuum 28 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Wind in moderate squalls from SW, accompanied by light rain at times.

Standing in for Unalaska under conn of Captain with schooner "Jane Gray" ["Jane Grey" in log-book] in tow.

At end of watch entered Dutch Harbor.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 97.5, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with occasional passing showers.

Moderate to gentle breeze from SW.

At 6.01pm came to with port anchor in 17 fathoms water, veering to 60 fathoms chain.

Bearings at anchor: Rocky Point S12°W, pinnacle rock South side of Summer Bay [Second Priest Rock] N59°E (true).

Schooner "Jane Gray" ["Jane Grey" in log-book] anchored about 400 yards NE of this vessel.

Draft forward 11 feet 6 inches, aft 15 feet 2 inches.

Seized schooner "Jane Gray" ["Jane Grey" in log-book].

When taken in tow she was heading to Southward in latitude [left blank] N, longitude [left blank] W.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, misty and squally, with light to moderate South by East breeze in light squalls.


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25 June 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalashka

Lat 53.879, Long -166.531


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with light snow first part, drizzling remainder of watch.

Light airs and breeze from SSW.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and drizzling.

Light breeze from SSW.

At 7.30am made dress signal 6167 to U.S.S. "Adams".


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with light passing rain.

Light SSW breeze.

Began small arm target practice from ship, with rifle 300 yards at floating B target, and revolvers at 30 yards, A target.

Overhauled schooner "Jane Gray" and released her.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant, light passing showers first hour.

Light airs to light breeze from SSW first hour, calm second and third hours, and light airs to gentle breeze from ESE remainder of watch.

H.B.M.S. "Melpomene" came in and anchor off inner harbor at 12.30pm.

Sent an officer with offers of usual courtesies to board H.M.S. "Melpomene".

At 3.30pm H.B.M.S. "Nymphe" came in and anchored in inner harbor.

Sent an officer with offers of usual courtesies to board H.B.M.S. "Nymphe".

Received return visits from boarding officers of H.M.S. "Melpomene" and H.M.S. "Nymphe".

Commanding Officer called officially upon Commanding Officer of H.M.S. "Melpomene".

Powder Division engaged in prize target firing with rifles and revolvers.

Received in Construction Department from the General Storekeeper, Navy Yard, Mare Island: one stationary washbowl (porcelain).


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with airs to gentle breeze from South.

Schooner "Jane Gray" got under way and went alongside of North American Commercial Company's wharf.

Continued target practice, 300 yards, B target, from ship with Powder and Marine Divisions.

Expended during day: 330 .45 caliber ball cartridges; and 260 .38 caliber ball cartridges.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy to overcast, pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from SSW and from SW.


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26 June 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalashka

Lat 53.879, Long -166.531


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Calm.

Barometer steady.

Overcast last hour.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and misty, with calms and airs varying in direction.

At 7.30am [9.30am in log-book] made to U.S.S. "Adams" dress signal 6111.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant, misty.

Light airs from NE first part, calm last part.

At 9.30am the Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and misty, light passing showers first hour.

Calm first part, light airs from NE remainder of watch.

Allowed parties of the men to go fishing and boat sailing.

The Commanding Officer of H.B.M.S. "Nymphe" called officially on the Commanding Officer.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and pleasant, misty.

Calm.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and pleasant.

Misty and calm.

Barometer steady.


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27 June 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalashka

Lat 53.879, Long -166.531


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and pleasant.

Calms and light airs from NE.

Engaged in breaking out and cleaning fore hold, all store rooms and forward magazine, shell room and fixed ammunition room.

At 7.30am made time and uniform signal.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and misty.

Calm and light airs from SSW and North by West.

Quarterly Board engaged in inspecting holds, magazines and all store rooms.

Commanding Officer of H.M.S. "Melpomene" came on board.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light SW airs, shifting to NW last hour.

Finished inspection of inside skin of ship, except in Engineer's Department.

Restowed all holds.

Lieutenant D. Kennedy, U.S. Navy, and Lieutenant A.G. Winterhalter, U.S. Navy, left the ship on duty (Board of Survey).

H.M.S. "Daphne" came in and anchored.

Sent an officer to extend the usual courtesies.

Commanding Officer made official visit to H.M.S. "Daphne".


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light NW breeze.

Received on board in Engineer's Department: 10 barrels lubricating [oil]; and 3 barrels cylinder oil.

United States Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Rush" came in and her Commanding Officer came on board.

Received in Paymaster's Department the following stores: 750 pounds soap; 800 pounds tobacco; 1750 pounds biscuit; 992 pounds flour; 2000 pounds pork; 135 pounds rice; 100 pounds dried apples; 216 pounds butter; 216 pounds tomatoes; 500 pounds coffee; 138 pounds tea; and 399 pounds pickles.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cool.

Airs from North to NNE.


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28 June 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalashka

Lat 53.879, Long -166.531


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and damp.

Light airs from North.

At 3.00am the force of tidal current South was 0.6 knots.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light winds from West and North.

At 6.00am U.S.R.C. "Rush" went alongside of coal ship.

At 8.00am dressed ship masthead fashion, British ensign at the main.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, with fog hanging about outside.

Wind light from NNE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

Exercised at firing at target from the ship with rifle.

At noon fired a salute of 21 guns, the British Senior Officer's ship H.M.S. "Melpomene" firing a salute at the same time.

By order of Commanding Officer released M. Sweeney, Private Marine, from confinement, his term of confinement having expired.

An officer from H.M.S. "Daphne" returned thanks for visit of courtesy.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, with light mist at intervals, foggy outside.

Light wind from North.

At 12.10pm U.S.S. "Adams" made [signal] interrogatory 4890, answered and made 904.

U.S.S. "Adams" got under way and put to sea at 12.15pm.

Exercising firing at target from the ship with rifle.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with drizzling rain.

Wind light from North.

Exercised firing at target from the ship with rifle.

U.S.R.C. "Rush" hauled out from dock and went into the inside harbor.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, foggy and drizzling.

Light breeze and airs from North.


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29 June 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalashka

Lat 53.879, Long -166.531


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and rainy.

Calms and varying airs.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and rainy.

Airs from North.

At 6.50am H.B.M.S. "Melpomene" got under way and went out.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cool and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from North.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Exercised Second Division at small arm target practice at floating target, 300 yards distant.

Overhauled and inspected both bower chains.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NNE.

Continued target practice with Second Division, and exercised 1st and 2nd Riflemen Marines and Gatling gun in firing for one minute each at floating target, 300 yards distant.

U.S.R.C. "Rush" left the harbor at 3.50pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light breeze from North.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Second Division continued target practice.

Expended during day: 1040 .45 caliber cartridges.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy and misty, with light sprinkles of rain.

Light breeze and airs from North to calm last last hour.


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30 June 1892

At anchor, and alongside coal ship, Dutch Harbor, Unalashka

Lat 53.879, Long -166.542


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, misty first part, foggy last.

Light airs to gentle breezes from WNW, ENE and NNW.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, misty and drizzling.

Light airs and breeze from West by South to NW.

At 5.00am got under way and steamed alongside of coal ship "General Fairchild", lying alongside of wharf at Dutch Harbor.


8am to meridian:

Fog, mist and light drizzling rain.

Airs to moderate breeze in light NW squalls.

Coaling from bark "General Fairchild", coal hoisted by yard and stay with steam winch of bark and dumped in port gangway, transported to bunkers in barrows.

H.M.S. "Nymphe" and whaler "Jane Gray" went out.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy, with fine rain.

Light to moderate NW breeze in light squalls.

Continued coaling.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy, with light drizzling rain at intervals.

Finished coaling for the day, having taken 124 tons in all in 7½ hours.

Barks "Stamboul" and "Andrew Hicks" came in, boarded both.

Got extra line, 7-inch, out to group of spiles ahead and overhauled ship's fasts.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, foggy and drizzling.

Light to fresh breezes blowing in squalls from the NW.

At 8.30pm a whaling bark came in and anchored, and at 10.30pm a steamer.


Approved and forwarded, [signed] R.D. Evans, Commander, U.S. Navy, Commanding


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Extract from the (official) Smooth Log of the U.S.S. "Yorktown", 3rd Rate, under the command of Commander R.D. Evans, U.S. Navy, at sea, making passage to Unalashka Island, Wednesday, June 22nd, 1892.


4am to 8am:

Fair and pleasant.


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"La Ninfa" [a schooner of San Francisco, met 22 June 1892]



LOG BOOK – JULY 1st 1892 TO DECEMBER 31st 1892


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Received February 25, 1893.


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LOG BOOK

of the

U.S.S. "Yorktown"

3rd Rate,

of Six Guns,


Commanded By

Commander F. Wildes, U.S. Navy,

Attached to Pacific Squadron,

Commencing July 1st, 1892,

at Unalaska Island, Alaska,

and ending December 31st, 1892,

at Smyth's Straits, South America.


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List of Officers


Attached to and on board of the U.S.S. "Yorktown", 3rd Rate, commanded by Commander R.D. Evans, U.S. Navy, during the period covered by this Log-Book, from July 1st, 1892, to December 31st, 1892.


Name

Rank

R.D. Evans

Commander

D. Kennedy

Lieutenant

W.P. Conway

Lieutenant

T.E. De Witt Veeder

Lieutenant

A.G. Winterhalter

Lieutenant (Junior Grade)

A.H. Scales

Ensign

B.F. Hutchinson

Ensign

B.A. Fiske

Lieutenant

Frank Wildes

Commander

C.J. Boush

Lieutenant

J.H. Reid

Ensign

R.H. Jackson

Ensign

A. Adamson

Chief Engineer

J.R. Martin

Passed Assistant Paymaster

G.E.H. Harmon

Surgeon

C.E. Rommel

Assistant Engineer

C.H. Hayes

Assistant Engineer

G.W. Grindle

Paymaster's Clerk

A.B. Bates

Chief Engineer


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List of Officers


Who have died, been detached, or transferred, on board the U.S.S. "Yorktown", 3rd Rate, commanded by Commander [R.D. Evans], U.S. Navy, during the period covered by this Log-Book, from July 1st, 1892, to [December 31st], 18[92].


Name

Rank

Time of Occurrence, and Particulars

A. Adamson

Chief Engineer

Detached, October 13, 1892

A.H. Scales

Ensign

Detached, October 12, 1892

A.G. Winterhalter

Lieutenant

Detached, October 20, 1892

B.F. Hutchinson

Ensign

Detached, October 24, 1892

R.D. Evans

Commander

Detached, October 24, 1892


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Complement of Petty Officers, Seamen, Ordinary Seamen, Landsmen, Boys, and Marines on board of the U.S.S. "Yorktown", 3rd Rate, at first commissioning April 23rd, 1889.


Number Allowed

Rates

Number On Board

December 31, 1892

1

Chief Boatswain's Mate

1

1

Boatswain's Mate

1


Seamen Gunners

1

1

Chief Gunner's Mate

1

4

Gunner's Mates

4

1

Chief Quartermaster

1

3

Quartermaster

3

5

Coxswains

5

2

Captains of Forecastle

2

2

Captains of Tops

2

1

Carpenter's Mates

1

1

Sailmaker's Mates

1

1

Armorer

1

1

Captains of Hold

1

1

Ship's Cook

1

1

Ship's Corporals

1

2

Carpenters and Calkers

2

1

Baymen

1

1

Master-at-Arms

1

1

Apothecary

1

1

Ship's Yeoman

1

1

Paymaster's Yeoman

1

1

Engineer's Yeoman

1

2

Ship's Writer

2

1

Painter

1

1

Bugler

1

1

Jack of the Dust

1

2

Blacksmith

2

1

Cabin Steward

1

1

Cabin Cook

1

1

Ward-room Steward

1

1

Ward-room Cook

1

16

Seamen

15

16

Ordinary Seamen

19

15

Landsmen

14

16

Apprentices

12

7

Machinists

7

2

Boiler Makers

2

3

Water Tenders

3

6

Oilers

6

8

First-class Firemen

8

8

Second-class Firemen

7

15

Coal Heavers

15

3

Oilers for dynamo

2

160

Total

156


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U.S.S. "Yorktown".

Description of Instruments used for Meteorological Observations, their Location, et cetera.


Instrument

Maker

Number

Location

Date of Last Comparison

Compared With

Error

Mercurial Barometer

Adie, London

56

Cabin




Aneroid Barometer

U.S. Navy

-

Under poop, on cabin bulkhead

January 21, 1891

Standard, Navy Yard, Norfolk

Correct

April 9, 1892

Standard at Navy Yard, Mare Island

None

October 25, 1892

Standard at Navy Yard, Mare Island

.06 high

Thermometer (Dry Bulb)

Green, New York

3949

Forward part of pilot house




Thermometer (Wet Bulb) (Psychrometer)

Green, New York

3950

Forward part of pilot house





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Armament


Of the U.S.S. "Yorktown", 3rd Rate.


Primary


Number of Guns

Caliber

Mark

Description

Cartridge

Projectiles

Carriages

Powder

Weight

Kind

Weight

Six

6-inch

III

Breech Loading Rifle

Brown prismatic

32.6 pounds

Common cast iron

100 pounds

Central pivot






34.5 pounds

Common steel

100 pounds







35.75 pounds







42.6 pounds

Shrapnel

100 pounds







47.3 pounds

Armour piercing

100 pounds







48 pounds



Secondary


Number of Guns

Caliber

Mark

Description

Cartridge

Projectiles

Carriages

Powder

Weight

Kind

Weight

Two (2)

6-pounder

Rapid Fire Hotchkiss






Two

3-pounder

Rapid Fire Hotchkiss






One

1-pounder

Rapid Fire Hotchkiss






Two

37 mm

Revolving Cannon Hotchkiss






Two

Gatling

Short model 1880







Boat armament


Sailing Launch: One 1-pounder Rapid Fire Hotchkiss.

First Cutter: One Gatling, model 1880.


Small arms


100 Remington Lee rifles.

114 Colt's Direct Action revolvers.


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LOGS FOR JULY 1892


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1 July 1892

Alongside coal ship at wharf, Dutch Harbor, Unalashka

Lat 53.879, Long -166.542


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty.

Gentle to stiff NW breeze, blowing in puffs.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with light breeze from WNW to West.

At 7.00am began coaling and took in about 20 tons.

Boarded steam whaler "Karluk".


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant, light drizzle first hour.

Light breeze from WNW and NW by West.

Sent an officer to board the whaling bark "Helen Morse".

Coaling ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light breeze from NW.

Coaling ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from NW and from South.

Coaled ship until 6.00pm, having taken in 169 tons 1850 pounds during the day.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather.

Light Southerly airs.

Barometer steady.


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2 July 1892

Alongside coal ship at wharf, and at anchor, Dutch Harbor, Unalashka

Lat 53.879, Long -166.542


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from SE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from South.

At 7.10am commenced coaling ship.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Calm and light NE breeze.

Coaling ship.

Finished coaling at noon, having received in all 883 tons 535 pounds.

Received 700 gallons fresh water in the tanks.

At 9.00am started fires under two boilers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and foggy around horizon.

Making preparations for sea.

Carried out kedge and hauled away from coal bark to anchorage.

Let go port anchor in 12 fathoms water, veering to 45 fathoms chain.

Banked fires.

At 3.00pm started fires on fourth boiler and started to let the fires die out in one of the others on account of a leaky tube.

Gentle NE breeze.

Edward Mitchell and Edward Lawrence Byxbee were shipped for General Service on board this vessel.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and foggy.

Engaged in cleaning ship.

Light NE breeze.

Fog setting down thicker at end of watch.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast by fog.

Airs from NE.


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3 July 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor and at sea, cruising

Lat 54.05, Long -167.84


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy and cool.

Light airs from NE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, clearing latter half.

Light airs from NE and NW.

At 4.40am spread fires.

At 6.10am got under way and stood out, the Navigator conning.

At 6.44am took departure: Hog Island S27°W, cascade N83°W (true), ship's head NW¼N.

Put over patent logs at 6.30am reading: starboard 87.2; port 24.

At 7.30am changed course to West, starboard log [reading] 95.8, port 32.8.

Steering this course at end of watch.

Draft of ship forward 13 feet 10 inches, aft 16 feet 4 inches.

Steam 91.5 pounds, revolutions 104, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, with fog hanging about the land.

Calm.

At 8.14am changed course to SW by W¾W.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

At 10.30am made Bogosloff Islands bearing about SW.

At noon New Bogosloff [Island] bore S26°W.

Passed patches of sea weed.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 90.5, vacuum 28 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from SSE and East.

At 12.45pm Bogosloff Island bore S25°E, distant 6.5 miles.

At 1.00pm changed course to SW½W, starboard log reading 51.1 and port log reading 86.4.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 90.7, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, with gentle East breeze.

Steering per standard [compass] SW½W.

Land on port hand, distant.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 90.9, vacuum 28 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from East.

High land in sight on port beam.

On course SW½W.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 90.3, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Moderate East breeze, freshening latter part.

Barometer falling.

At 8.00pm changed course to SW¾W (per standard [compass]), starboard log [reading] 25.3, port log 57.0.

Steering SW¾W at end of watch.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 90.3, vacuum 28 inches.


Bogosloff Island is also known as Bogoslof Island and Bogoslov Island.

New Bogosloff Island is also known as Fire Island.


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4 July 1892

At sea, cruising

Lat 52.90, Long -174.15


Midnight to 4am:

Fresh wind from East to NE.

Sky becoming overcast, with sprinkling of rain last half of watch.

Running with air ports shaded and no running lights out.

Sun rose at 3.40am.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 90.4, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and foggy.

Stiff to fresh breeze from ENE and NE.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 88.8, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy, foggy and rainy, breaking away towards noon.

Fresh to stiff NE and NNE breezes.

Steering SW¾W till 8.15am, then WSW till 9.15am, then WSW¼W per standard [compass].

At noon hoisted colors and fired national salute.

Steam 91 pounds, revolutions 90.2, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, thick weather.

Stiff breeze from NE to NNE.

At 12.33pm changed course to W¾S, starboard log [reading] 17.0, port log 88.3.

At 1.00pm set jib, fore and main trysails, and spanker.

At end of watch on course W¾S, under steam and sail.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 91.8, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and misty.

Stiff NNE breeze.

Steering W¾S.

Under steam, jib, fore and main trysails, and spanker.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 93.3. vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast by clouds.

Fresh wind from NNE.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 90.2, vacuum 28 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, misty and drizzling.

Stiff breeze from NNE.

At 8.15pm changed course to NW¾W, starboard log reading 66 and port log reading 92.0.

At 11.04pm changed course to NE¾E, starboard log reading 93.5 and port log reading 20.4.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 89.8, vacuum 27 inches.


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5 July 1892

At sea, cruising

Lat 54.24, Long -173.77


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, light rain sprinkles last half.

Moderate North breeze.

Steering NE¾E per standard [compass].

Heavy low mist.

A number of puffins about.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 88.9, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Thick first hour, dense fog remainder of watch.

Moderate breeze from NNE.

Making course NE¾E, under steam alone.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 90.8, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Thick fog.

Moderate NNE breeze.

At 9.30am went to quarters and had divisional drills.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: M. Sweeney, Private Marine, not taking aim while at target practice, to be drilled at sighting one hour a day for seven days; J. Brown, Landsman, refusing to obey orders of coxswain of boat, 3 days' double irons; E. Sherry, Private Marine, gross carelessness, shooting through boat's falls, 1 hour's sighting drill for 2 days; M.H. Harris, Carpenter and Calker, insolence to superior officer, 12 hours' extra duty; C.J. Winestock, Coxswain, insolence to Corporal of Guard, sentry's charge for 5 days; M. Sweeney, Private Marine, and J.P. Kelly, Private Marine, absenting themselves from the ship when they should have been on post, 12 hours' extra duty each.

J. Brown, Landsman, was placed in double irons for 3 days and W.J. Winestock, Coxswain, under sentry's charge for 5 days by order of Commanding Officer.

Steering NE¾E.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 85.9, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast by fog.

Light NE wind.

Fog lying low and in streaks, at times showing horizon all around, but generally obscuring the view, except in the immediate vicinity of the ship.

Running without sounding fog whistle.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 87.2, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and cool, foggy first hour.

Breeze gentle to moderate from NNE and NE.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 90, vacuum 27.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and foggy.

Moderate NE and NNE breezes.

Steering NE¾E per standard [compass].

A number of puffins, chickens and dovekies about.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 90.8, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Thick, foggy weather.

Moderate breeze from NNE.

Steaming NE¾E per standard [compass].

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 90.2, vacuum 27.5 inches.


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6 July 1892

At sea, cruising

Lat 55.58, Long -170.85


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather.

Stiff NNE breeze.

Steering NE¾E per standard [compass].

Barometer 29.80 to 29.78.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 89.6, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast by clouds.

Light wind from North.

At 6.00am changed course to W¾S (per compass).

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 90.4, vacuum 27.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from North and North by West.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised divisions at routine drills.

Saw three whales.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 89.8, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Airs to gentle breeze from North to NW, calm third hour.

Mist on horizon.

Steering per standard [compass] W¾S.

At 2.50pm took in all sail, unbent main trysail for repairs.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 88.1, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, cloudy and pleasant.

Light breeze from NW.

At 5.00pm mustered crew at quarters.

Steering W¾S per standard [compass].

Steam 91 pounds, revolutions 88.1, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Calm.

Barometer 29.94 to 29.95.

Steering W¾S.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 90.7, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast by clouds.

Airs from North.

Running without running lights and standing lights shaded.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 91.2, vacuum 27 inches.


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7 July 1892

At sea, cruising

Lat 56.42, Long -173.59


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty.

Calm first half, afterwards light breeze from SSW and South.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 89.3, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and misty.

Light South by East breeze.

Steering W¾S until 4.35am, then NE by East per standard [compass].

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 90.2, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy to overcast, misty with occasional light fog.

Light to gentle breeze from SE to SSE.

At 9.30am exercised at general quarters, times cast loose and provide: 1st Division 1 minute 47 seconds; 2nd Division 0 minutes 56 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 42 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 57 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 31 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 27 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 58 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: starboard engine room 0 minutes 13 seconds; port engine room 0 minutes 17 seconds berth deck 0 minutes 21 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 2 minutes 42 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 8 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes 27 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 21 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 7 seconds; Marines 1 minute 14 seconds.

Repairing main trysail.

Steering NE by East per standard [compass].

Set clock back eight minutes first hour.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 85.3, vacuum 28 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate SSE breeze.

At 12.35pm set jib, staysail, fore trysail and spanker.

Barometer 29.99 to 30.00.

Steering NE by East.

Saw two small seals jumping in the water.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 88.9, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast by clouds.

Moderate wind from SSE to SE.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Observers numerous seals in the water passing to the NW.

At 6.00pm hauled in starboard patent log and got a cast of the lead in 62 fathoms, bottom gray sand.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 86.9, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cool.

Breeze gentle to stiff from SE.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 88, vacuum 27.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy, with fog first half and intermittent light sprinkling of rain latter half.

Steering NE by East first hour, then NW by W½W per standard [compass].

Saw half a dozen fur seals first hour.

Slowed to 40 turns at 9.00pm.

Took soundings at 9.00pm and 12.00am, in 60 and 56 fathoms respectively, hard bottom.

Gentle to stiff breezes from SE and SSE.

Took in all sail at 9.00pm.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 54, vacuum 28 inches.


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8 July 1892

At sea, and at anchor off St. Paul Island

Lat 57.127, Long -170.302


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, thick weather, with mist and occasional fog.

Gentle breeze from SSE and SE.

At 2.00am obtained sounding in 58 fathoms water, hard bottom.

At 3.45am changed course to ENE½E per standard [compass] and went ahead full speed, patent log reading 15.2.

At same time obtained sounding [in] 53 fathoms water, gray sand bottom.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 41.2, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Gentle ESE breeze.

Steering ENE½E until 6.47am, then changed to East, starboard log [reading] 15, port 43.4.

At 7.45am the fog lifted and land was discovered on starboard bow.

At 7.55am changed course to ESE¼E, starboard log [reading] 25.9, port 53.9.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 90.7, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast by clouds, fog setting in slowly from the Eastward.

Moderate wind from SE.

At 8.37am changed course to E¾S, at 9.07am to ESE¼E, at 9.25am to SE by E¼E, at 10.00am to E¾N, all per compass.

Stood in for the land and came to with port anchor at 10.52am in 7 fathoms water, veering to 45 fathoms chain.

Bearings at anchorage: Zapadnie Point N58°W, Tolstoi Point N13°E, both true.

Observed numerous seals.

At 11.00am banked fires and ordered tubes swept.

Ship's draft forward 13 feet 2 inches, aft 16 feet 0 inches.

Current at anchorage at 11.00am WNW, 2/10ths [knots].

By order of the Captain released J. Brown, Landsman, from confinement.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 90, vacuum 27.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast until last hour, when sky clear partially.

Gentle breeze from ESE.

At 2.00pm strength of ebb tide was 0.2 knots.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and foggy.

Moderate ESE breeze.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and misty.

Gentle breeze from ESE.

At 7.20pm sighted a schooner in the offing.

Spread fires under three boilers.

Hove up anchor at 7.48pm and stood out after schooner.

At end of watch heading for schooner, steering WSW½W per standard [compass].


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and foggy.

Gentle to moderate ESE breeze.

Barometer 29.86 to 29.80.

Under way first hour.

Spoke the American whaling schooner "Jane Gray" of San Francisco, she said she had been as far east as 158° East longitude and had seen no sails.

At 8.20pm changed course to WSW¼W, starboard log [reading] 54.8, port log 82.4, then hauled around the schooner and headed in steering ENE½E.

At 8.45pm changed course to NE by East, starboard log [reading] 62.2, port log 89.4.

Hauled in both logs.

At 9.12pm let go port anchor in 7½ fathoms water, veering to 60 fathoms chain.

Bearings from anchorage: Zapadnie Point N59°W, Tolstoi Point N4°E (both true).

Banked fires.


Zapadnie Point is also known as Zapadni Point.


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9 July 1892

At anchor St. Paul Island

Lat 57.126, Long -170.300


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast by clouds, with light fog about horizon.

Fresh wind from East.

Barometer falling.

Current 1/10th [knot], setting to North.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, foggy and drizzling.

Stiff to fresh breeze from East.

At 5.00am strength of flood tide was 0.3 knots.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and foggy, with light rain first half.

Sent starboard watch on shore for a visit to the rookeries, returned at 11.50am.

Light airs to stiff breeze from East to SE by South.

Saw a two-masted schooner, supposed to be the "Jane Gray" (overhauled yesterday), in the offing standing to the NE and disappearing behind SW point of island about 10.45am.

Tidal current barely appreciable.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, foggy and misty.

Gentle breeze from SE.

Sent the port watch ashore for a visit to the seal rookeries.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and foggy, with drizzling rain last hour.

Gentle to moderate SE breeze.

Barometer 29.56.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast by clouds, with fog hanging about.

Light SE wind.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, foggy and drizzling.

Light breeze from SE.

At 11.00pm force of ebb tide was 0.3 knots.


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10 July 1892

At anchor St. Paul Island

Lat 57.126, Long -170.300


Midnight to 4am

Overcast, cloudy and foggy, rain last three hours.

Gentle SE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Overcast with dense fog, light drizzle first half.

Light to gentle breeze from SE first half, calm remainder of watch.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and foggy, clearing last hour.

Gentle West breeze.

Barometer 29.60 to 29.71.

The term of confinement of C.J. Winestock, Coxswain, expired and by order of the Commanding Officer he was released from confinement and restored to duty.

Went to quarters for muster and inspection at 9.30am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant, cloudy weather, clearing.

Light wind from WSW.

Moderate swell setting in.

At 2.50pm made out H.B.M.S. "Melpomene" outside standing to the Eastward and subsequently changing and running about South.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and cool.

Gentle to stiff breeze from West by South.

At 5.30pm H.M.S. "Melpomene" came in and anchored.

Sent an officer on board with customary orders.

At 5.00pm strength of flood tide was 0.6 knots.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy.

Moderate SW breeze.

H.M.S. "Melpomene" and shore station communicating by international code.

Current at 8.00pm 0.8 knots, setting NE.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy and squally.

Moderate to stiff breeze from WSW.

Moderate sea from the Southward and Westward.

Greatest current 0.5 knots, setting NE, at 9.00pm.


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11 July 1892

At anchor St. Paul Island, making passage to, and at anchor St. George Island, and at sea

Lat 56.90, Long -169.90 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and foggy.

Light WSW breeze.

Barometer 29.97 to 30.02.

Moderate sea from Southward and Westward running.

Greatest tidal current 0.2 knots at 1.00am.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from WSW.

At 7.15am H.M.S. "Melpomene" got under way and stood inside of Otter Island to Eastward.

Shore station made signal "Come to East land".

Made preparations for sea.

Greatest tidal current 3/10ths, [setting] NE, at 6.00am.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from WSW and SW.

At 9.00am got under way and stood over to East Bay, and there took on board for passage to St. George: Mr. T. Stanley Brown, Government Agent in charge of Pribyloff Islands; Mr. H.D. Clichester, his assistant; and Professor Townsend of the Fish Commission.

At 10.30am took departure, Sea Lion Rock N41°W, Otter Island S72°W, both true, and set course SE¼S (per compass), starboard log reading 63.9, port log 91.1.

Draft of ship forward 13 feet 1 inch, aft 16 feet.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised divisions at routine drills.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: W. Cuff, Landsman, absent at muster of watch, 2 hours' extra duty; W. Curley, Landsman, J. Neilson, Coal Heaver, mess gear not clean, 1 mid-watch each; W.J. Fewer, Captain of Forecastle, fighting, monthly money stopped for four months; M. Foley, First-class Fireman, blowing nose on deck, 4 hours' extra duty.

By order of Commanding Officer the following changes in ratings have been made from July 1st: E.J. Colwell, Seaman Apprentice Second-class to Seaman Apprentice First-class; G.R. Coulter, First-class Apprentice to Seaman Apprentice Second-class; H.F. Laing, First-class Apprentice to Seaman Apprentice Second-class; C.T. Johnson, Second-class Apprentice to First-class Apprentice; C.A. Barnes, Second-class Apprentice to First-class Apprentice; R. McCauley, Second-class Apprentice to First-class Apprentice.

At 11.00am sighted St. George Island bearing SE.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 92.6, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy first half, fair to clear later.

Light breeze to light airs from SW to West.

Steering SE¼S until 1.00pm, then ESE¾E till 1.10pm, then E½S till 2.10pm, then East till 2.30pm, then various courses, Navigator conning to anchorage, which reached in 11 fathoms, hard sandy bottom, veering 45 fathoms port chain at 2.45pm.

Bearings at anchor: flagstaff in village S36°E, tangent to West end of island West, both true.

Landed at St. George village the three passengers mentioned in preceding watch.

Got under way at 3.50pm and headed for an offing, Navigator conning, and preparing to swing for deviations.

Large numbers of auks, guillemots, puffins about, and several fur seals en route to island.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 91.3, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from West.

Swinging ship for compass deviations.

At 5.28pm set course SE½S per standard [compass] and put over patent log reading 29.4.

At same time Tolstoi Point bore S6°W (true) and the village S39°W (true).

At 5.48pm changed course to S¼E per standard [compass], patent log [reading] 32.5.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 62.1, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light to gentle SW breeze.

Steering S¼E until 6.27pm, when took departure, Tolstoi Point bearing N35°W (true), distant 3¾ miles, ship's head S¼E, and set course ESE¾E, starboard log [reading] 13.5, port log 38.7, steering this course at end of watch.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 88.7, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Wind moderate from East by South to SSW.

At 8.45pm changed course to South, and at 12.00am to ESE¾E.

Steam 106 pounds 90.4, vacuum 27 inches.


Pribyloff Islands are also known as Pribilof Islands.


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12 July 1892

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor off Iliuliuk, Unalaska Island

Lat 55.40, Long -167.90 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cool, misty latter half.

Moderate breeze from South.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 90.8, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, last hour drifting fog.

Stiff to fresh breezes from SSW to SE.

Steering ESE¾E until 4.10am, then South per standard [compass].

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 89.6, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, foggy first part, drizzling last part.

Stiff to very fresh breeze in squalls from SE by South.

At 8.27am changed course to ESE¾E per standard [compass], patent log reading 69.2.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters for inspection and exercised at divisional drill.

At end of watch steaming ESE¾E per standard [compass].

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 93.6, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, misty around horizon.

Fresh breeze in puffs from SSE.

Barometer 29.99 to 29.97.

Steering SE by E¼E.

Sighted three barks standing to Northward and Eastward.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 93.7, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, with light passing rain squalls.

Strong wind from East.

Barometer falling.

Stood in for Unalaska.

Steam 86 pounds, revolutions 91.7, vacuum 26.4 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and misty.

Very fresh to fresh breeze from East to SE.

Entering Iliuliuk Harbor at beginning of watch.

Exchanged numbers with U.S.S. "Mohican", U.S.S. "Adams" and U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross".

At 6.40pm anchored in harbor of Iliuliuk in 16½ fathoms, muddy bottom, and veered to 60 fathoms port chain.

Draft forward 12 feet 9 inches, aft 15 feet 6 inches.

Bearings at anchor (true): Rocky Point N17°W; Observation Point [possibly Bunker Hill] S81°W.

On hauling in patent logs the rotator of port log was found to be missing.

Banked fires.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, with light rain first three hours.

Gentle to very fresh breeze in moderate squalls from SE.

At 8.05pm made [signal], U.S.S. "Mohican" distinguishing [pennant], 1244.

U.S.S. "Mohican" came to to Northward of this ship, four ship's lengths distant.

At 11.55pm current 0.8 [knots], setting North.


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13 July 1892

At anchor Iliuliuk Bay, Unalaska Island

Lat 53.878, Long -166.522


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty, light passing showers third hour.

Light airs to gentle breezes from SE, South and SW.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from SW.

At 6.30am U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" left the inner harbor and anchored in Dutch Harbor.

At 7.30am made dress signal 6167 to U.S.S. "Mohican" and U.S.S. "Adams".


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light to stiff breeze in light squalls from SSW

At 8.40am made [signal], U.S.S. "Mohican" distinguishing [pennant], 1087, which she answered and sent a boat.

The Captain paid official visits on board H.M.S. "Melpomene" and Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Rush".

The latter came out of Dutch Harbor and anchored near to this ship.

At 10.55am U.S.S. "Mohican" made [signal] interrogatory 4890, answered 904.

She left the harbor.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with light to stiff SSW breeze.

The Engineer Officers of this ship, members of a Board of Survey, visited U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross".


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with gentle to very fresh breeze from SSW in moderate squalls.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool, squally.

Light to stiff breeze from SSW.


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14 July 1892

At anchor Iliuliuk Bay, Unalaska

Lat 53.878, Long -166.522


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

First hour moderate SSW breeze in strong puffs, wind last half SW by South and SW.

Barometer 29.68 to 29.66.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy to overcast.

Light SW breeze, falling calm.

At 7.30am made dress signal 6167, U.S.S. "Adams" answered.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Calm first two hours, light airs and breezes from SE remainder of watch.

Engaged in painting ship inside and out.

North American Commercial Company's steamer "Bertha" came in with the mail from Port Townsend.

Commanding Officers of H.M.S. "Melpomene" and H.M.S. "Daphne" came on board.

Received on board in Engineer's Department from the Navy Yard, Mare Island, California: one set of evaporator coils; and one set of distiller coils.

Squaring ratlines fore and aft.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant first part, overcast, squally and rainy last part.

Light airs and breezes from Southward and Eastward first two hours and light to moderate breeze from NE last two.

Engaged in painting ship and squaring ratlines first hour.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, foggy and drizzling first two hours, cloudy and misty during remainder of watch.

Light breezes from Northward and Eastward first two hours, calm third hour, light airs from SW last hour.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather.

Moderate breeze from SSW.

Barometer 29.56 to 29.61.

At 8.20pm the United States Revenue Cutter "Corwin" came in and anchored in Dutch Harbor, sending an officer to report her arrival.


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15 July 1892

At anchor Iliuliuk Bay, Unalaska

Lat 53.878, Long -166.522


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool.

Wind from SSW to South, blowing in strong squalls last hour.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, squally last hour.

Gentle to very fresh breeze from South.

Painting ship outside.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Moderate to stiff South and SSW breeze.

Barometer 29.82 to 29.88.

Painting ship inside and out, and squaring ratlines fore and aft.

Loosed sail at 8.15am, and furled sail at 11.00am.

Made signal to U.S.S. "Adams", general 1087.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Stiff SSW breeze.

Barometer 29.94.

Received in Paymaster's Department for issue to the crew: 383 pounds fresh beef; and 371 pounds fresh vegetables.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate SSW breeze.

Barometer 29.94 to 29.97.

The whaling bark "Mars" of San Francisco got under way and stood out at 5.15pm.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Wind from SSW in moderate puffs.

The Alaska Commercial Company's steamer "St. Paul" came in from a visit to ports in Bering Sea.


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16 July 1892

At anchor Iliuliuk Bay, Unalaska

Lat 53.878, Long -166.522


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, cool and squally.

Breeze fresh to very fresh from SSW.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Stiff SSW breeze.

H.M.S. "Daphne" left the Alaska Commercial Company's dock and anchored in the stream at 6.10am.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind from SSW.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind from SSW.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind from SSW.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from SSW.


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17 July 1892

At anchor Iliuliuk Bay, Unalaska

Lat 53.878, Long -166.522


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, starlight first part.

Light, varying wind and calms.

H.M.S. "Daphne" getting up steam.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Calm.

North American Commercial Company's steamer "Bertha" went out towing whaler "Istamboul".

H.B.M.S. "Daphne" went out.


8am to meridian:

Fair and pleasant.

Light airs from NNE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew.

At 10.00am held general muster.

The North American Commercial Company's steamer "Bertha" came into Dutch Harbor.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Light airs from NE.

The English steamer "Danube" came in from Vancouver.

At 2.30pm exchanged numbers with U.S.S. "Ranger", coming in to the harbor.

At 2.40pm U.S.S. "Ranger" made [signal] interrogatory 1211.

Answered and made 1244.

U.S.S. "Ranger" anchored in the harbor at 2.45pm and her Commanding Officer paid an official visit to the Commanding Officer of this vessel.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs from NNE first half, afterwards calm.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, with light rain last three hours.

Calms first three hours, gentle SE breeze last hour.


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18 July 1892

At anchor Iliuliuk Bay, Unalaska

Lat 53.878, Long -166.522


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with light rain and drizzle first two hours, cloudy last two, misty throughout.

Light to stiff breeze in squalls from SE first two hours, light airs and breeze from SE and SSE remainder of watch.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and damp.

Light airs from South and SE.

At 5.10am U.S.S. "Adams" made [signal] interrogatory 1081.

Answered and made 904.

U.S.S. "Adams" got under way and went into Dutch Harbor.

At 6.00am U.S.S. "Ranger" made [signal] interrogatory 5040.

Answered and made 904.

At 7.30am made dress signal 6167 to U.S.S. "Ranger".


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and misty.

Light NE breeze.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and overhauled the battery.

The Captain called officially on board U.S.S. "Ranger".


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and foggy, light rain first and last hours.

NE airs.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 133 pounds fresh mutton; and 253 pounds fresh vegetables.

Brought water boat alongside and began filling boilers.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and foggy, with light drizzling rain.

NE airs.

Water of bay has had all day a marked reddish brown tinge.

Finished one water lighter and towed it back to Alaska Commercial Company's wharf.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and foggy, with drizzle.

Calm.


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19 July 1892

At anchor Iliuliuk Bay, Unalaska

Lat 53.878, Long -166.522


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and foggy, with light drizzle of rain.

Calm first part, light airs from North and NNE.

Barometer 30.10.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy.

NNE airs and calms.

Sent a working party on shore to fill water lighter.

A bark visible in offing.

At 7.30am made dress signal 6167, U.S.S. "Ranger" answered.


8am to meridian:

Overcast first part, cloudy latter part, foggy.

Light airs from NNE first three hours, calm remainder of watch.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters for inspection and exercised at divisional drill.

Sent sailing launch and 1st cutter ashore with seining party.

Brought water boat alongside and commenced filling boiler from it.

The whaling barks "Bounding Billow" and "California", and the schooner "Matthew Turner" came in and were boarded by U.S.R.C. "Corwin".

Received on board in the Engineer's Department from the Navy yard, Mare Island, California: 48 hard rubber valves.

The following signals were made during the watch, and were answered: at 9.50am, U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Ranger" 1087; at 10.10am, U.S.S. "Ranger" to U.S.S. "Yorktown" interrogatory 3948; at 10.12am, U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Ranger" 904.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear overhead, except first hour when cloudy, foggy around the horizon, dense fog first hour.

Light airs to gentle breeze from NNE.

Emptied water boat and towed it ashore to be refilled.

Breaking out fore hold to make a re-stow.

H.B.M.S. "Daphne" came in.

Sent a boarding officer to make usual offers of assistance.

The [North] American Commercial Company's steamer "Elsie" went to sea.

At 3.40pm U.S.S. "Adams" went to sea.

The following signals were made during watch: at 1.45pm, U.S.S. "Ranger" to U.S.S. "Yorktown" interrogatory 4890; at 1.43pm, U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Ranger" 904; at 3.35pm, U.S.S. "Adams" to U.S.S. "Yorktown" interrogatory 4915; at 3.38pm, U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Adams" 904.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear overhead first part, cloudy latter part, foggy and misty.

Light airs and breezes from NNE.

At 5.30pm mustered crew at quarters and turned in scrubbed hammocks.

Restowed fore hold.

Received in Engineer's Department from Mare Island Navy Yard: 12 corn brooms.

And in Paymaster's Department from same place the following stores, namely: 2000 pounds sugar; 3250 pounds biscuit; 1009 pounds flour; 129 pounds rice; 109 gallons beans; 48 gallons molasses; and 54 gallons vinegar.

Made preparations for sea.

Hoisted in sailing launch.

M. Gleason, Boiler Maker, was sent on board U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" for temporary duty there.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast by fog first half, clearing very little last half.

Calm and light South airs.

Barometer 30.19 to 30.20.

At 11.50pm turned over both engines.

Making preparations for sea.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 545 pounds fresh meat; and 437 pounds fresh vegetables.


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20 July 1892

At anchor Unalaska, and at sea making passage to False Pass

Lat 55.15, Long -164.99


Midnight to 4am:

Heavy fog, lighting up at times.

Calm.

At 12.30am got under way and stood out of harbor.

At 1.00am put over patent log, reading 61.2, and set course North by East, at 1.05am changed course to North, at 1.15am to N½W, at 1.21am to North by West and at 4.00am to NNE½E.

At 1.20am took departure, Ulakta Head bore N83°W, true, distant ¾ mile.

Ship's draft forward 12 feet 11 inches, aft 15 feet 6 inches.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 85.7, vacuum 28 inches.


4am to 8am:

Calm first hour, afterwards light airs to gentle breeze from North.

Thick fog until 5.45am, when fog cleared away and high land was discovered extending from ENE to SE and very distant.

Fog shut in again at 7.15am and continued during remainder of watch.

Saw a number of whales and a number of seal pups.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 95.9, vacuum 26.5.


8am to meridian:

Foggy, last hour clearing.

Light NE and NNE breeze.

Steering NNE½E per standard [compass].

At 9.15am spoke U.S.R.C. "Rush", her captain came on board and returned after communication.

Stopped until 10.40am, when put ship on course again and went ahead at half speed, and at 11.00am at full speed.

U.S.R.C. "Rush" out of sight in fog until noon, when sighted hull down bearing about SSE inshore.

High land in sight at noon on starboard hand.

Numerous whales blowing to Southward and Westward.

By order of Commanding Officer P.T. Harris, Landsman, was give 3 mid-watches, for brightwork not being cleaned.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 93.8, vacuum 28 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Misty and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from North first three hours, calm last hour.

Fog banks on the horizon to the Northward and Eastward.

At 2.00pm changed course to NW½N (per compass), patent log reading 71.2.

At 4.00pm changed course to E¼S (per compass), patent log [reading] 91.0.

High land with numerous lofty peaks in sight to Southward and Eastward during watch.

At end of watch Shishaldin peak bore S29°E (true).

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 93.3, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm.

Barometer steady.

Steering E¼S.

Went to quarters at 5.00pm.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 98.4, vacuum 27.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Calm.

At 6.20pm changed course to NW.

Saw several sea otters.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 95.5, vacuum 27.5 inches.

At 8.00pm Shishaldin Volcano bore S12°E (true).


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from WNW and West.

At 12.00am changed course to ESE, patent log reading 71.4.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 94.4, vacuum 26.5 inches.


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21 July 1892

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor off False Pass, and at sea

Lat 55.27, Long -163.50 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with mist on horizon.

Moderate, falling to light breeze from SSW.

Steering ESE per standard [compass] until 3.35am, then SE¼S per bridge compass.

At 2.30am made high peak ½ point on port bow and at 3.40am two peaks on starboard bow, on Shishaldin Mountain.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 92.6, vacuum 28 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and foggy.

Light airs and breezes from SSW.

At 4.12am changed course to SE¾S (per compass), patent log [reading] 13.3.

At 5.35am changed course to SE½S (per compass), patent log [reading] 26.9.

At 6.40am to SE¼S (per compass), patent log [reading] 38.5.

At 7.10am slowed down to half speed and started fog whistle, at same time got sounding in 42 fathoms, gray sand bottom.

At 7.35am started ahead full speed.

At 7.50am slowed to half speed.

At 8.00am got soundings in 38 fathoms, black sand bottom.

During first half of watch numerous high peaks in sight ahead and on starboard bow that were shut out by fog during latter part.

At end of watch steaming SE¼S (per compass) at half speed.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 89.1, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear overhead, thick fog around horizon first three hours, clearing last hour.

Light SSW airs.

At 8.45am eased down kedge on port bow, ship heading SE.

Went to quarters for divisional drill.

At 11.40am hove up kedge and went ahead, Navigator conning.

While kedge was down banked fires and swept tubes in one boiler.

At end of watch heading in toward the land, Navigator conning.

Saw one seal standing to the Northward and Westward.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Light breeze from NW.

At 12.35pm changed course to SE by South, at 12.58pm to South by E¼E, at 1.03pm to S¾E, at 1.19pm to S¼E, at 1.28pm to S¼W, at 1.36pm to South by W¼W.

At 12.30pm made out vessel ahead, which afterwards proved to be U.S.R.C. "Corwin".

At 2.00pm anchored near U.S.R.C. "Corwin" and her Commanding Officer paid an official visit to the Commanding Officer of this ship.

Bearings at anchor: Shishaldin Volcano S39°W, West entrance point Isanotski Strait S42°E, both true.

Draft forward 12 feet 6 inches, aft 15 feet 1 inch.

At 2.45pm sent and armed party of ten men and two officers, of which Lieutenant Veeder was in command, in the sailing launch, with dinghy in tow.

Lieutenant Veeder's orders were as follows (see annexed paper [below]).

Getting under way at close of watch.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, with gentle West breeze.

At 4.00pm set course NW per bridge compass.

Sighted a barkentine bearing at 6.00pm SW, distant about 6 miles, and standing to Northward.

Amak Island [Amakh Island in log-book] abaft starboard beam, Shishaldin Mountain on port quarter at end of watch.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 87, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SW.

Steaming NW (per compass).

High land in sight astern and on either quarter.

At end of watch Shishaldin [Shilaldin in log-book] bore South (true).

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 87, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, misty around horizon.

Gentle SW breeze.

At 8.10pm changed course to W¼S, patent log [reading] 88.8.

At 8.45pm lost sight of land in the mist.

Barometer 30.27 to 30.24.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 90.8, vacuum 27 inches.


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[Inserted note]


(Copy.)


U.S.S. "Yorktown", 3rd Rate,

At Sea,

July 21st, 1892.


Lieutenant T.E.D.W. Veeder, U.S. Navy,

U.S.S. "Yorktown",


Sir:

You will land with ten men and the Paymaster's Clerk from this vessel, and establish a camp at the Bering Sea entrance to the False Pass, and remain there until the return of U.S.S. "Yorktown", or such other vessel as I may send for your.


You will be furnished with rations for twelve days, and have under your command the sailing launch of this vessel, armed and equipped for service.


The details of your camp and the care of the men are left to your judgment. The object of the expedition is to guard the False Pass and capture any sealing vessel going into or out of the Bering Sea; you will, therefore, so locate your camp, that while commanding a view both of the Pass and the Bering Sea, you will yourself, be concealed.

You will keep a strict and vigilant lookout, day and night, and avoid any intercourse with the natives and in every way use your best endeavors to carry out the object of the expedition.

In case you capture any vessel, moor her in some safe place where you can guard her; remove all arms and ammunition from her, unbend and take on shore her sails, haul up her boats, take possession of her papers, and confine her officers and crew strictly to the vessel.


Make such notes as will enable you to report to me fully in writing on your return.


Use such force as may be necessary to capture promptly and held until my return any sealing vessel you may find.


When you make out U.S.S. "Yorktown" approaching the Straights, break camp at once and return on board.


Very respectfully,

(Signed) R.D. Evans,

Commander U.S. Navy,

Commanding U.S. Naval Force in Bering Sea.


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22 July 1892

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor off St. George Island

Lat 56.31, Long -168.13


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cool.

Moderate breeze from SW.

At 3.40am sighted a sail bearing SW.

Changed course to SW by West and ran towards the sail.

At 3.55am, seeing that sail was a bark, returned to course W¼S.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 89.8, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, with moderate WSW and SW breezes.

Steering W¼S by bridge compass.

Exchanged colors with American bark mentioned in preceding watch, evidently a whaler and standing to Northward and Westward, lost sight of her about 6.30am on starboard quarter.

Several finback whales in sight.


8am to meridian:

Overcast first three hours, cloudy last hour.

Foggy first hour, misty remainder of watch.

Stiff breeze from SW.

At 9.30am exercised at fire quarters, times: 1st Division ready 4 minutes 29 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 21 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 16 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 39 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes 2 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 18 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 27 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: berth deck 0 minutes 17 seconds; starboard engine room 0 minutes 27 seconds; port engine room 0 minutes 23 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 2 minutes 0 seconds; 2nd Division 0 minutes 59 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 26 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 22 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes 58 seconds; Engineer's Division 0 minutes 41 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 49 seconds.

Tested magazine, shell room and fixed ammunition room flood cocks and found them in good condition.

Sighted numerous seals.

Steaming W¼S (per compass).

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 88.9, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and foggy, fog appearing in streaks.

Moderate WSW breeze.

Barometer 30.16 to 30.12.

At 12.37pm changed course to W¾N, patent log [reading] 39.2, and at 3.55pm to W½N, patent log 66.

At 12.55pm saw a seal standing to the Westward, and at 2.00pm five seals playing in the water.

Sighted St. George Island in the fog about 2.30pm.

Heading for it at end of watch.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 90.3, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Foggy, occasionally clearing.

Moderate breeze from WSW.

At 4.00pm changed course to W¾S, patent log [reading] 69.8, at 4.19pm to WSW½W, patent log 72.6, at 5.00pm to SW by West, patent log 79.2, at 5.05pm hauled in patent log reading 79.4.

At 5.10pm changed course to SW by West, at 5.13pm to SW by South, at 5.18pm to SSW.

At 5.30pm anchored off village of St. George in 15 fathoms water, black sand bottom, and veered to 60 fathoms port chain.

Bearings at anchor: village church S14°W, tangent to NE side of island S77°E, both true.

Draft of ship forward 12 feet 2 inches, aft 15 feet.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 89.8, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and foggy.

Gentle to light SW breeze.

Fog occasionally lifting and showing village.

Banked fires.

About 50 fur seals appeared near ship during watch.

Ebb tide velocity at 6.00pm 0.6 knots, set ENE.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast first three hours, cloudy last hour, foggy.

Moderate to stiff breeze from SW.

Under banked fires.

Rove cat fall and got starboard anchor ready to let go.

At 9.30pm the tide turned and at 12.00pm was running it's greatest speed, 1 knot, WSW.


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23 July 1892

At anchor off St. George Island and off St. Paul Island

Lat 57.01, Long -170.12


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and foggy, fog lifting slightly at intervals and then thickening again.

Moderate SW breeze, blowing in strong puffs.

Barometer 30.06 to 30.04.

Strongest tidal current at 2.00am, force 1.2 knots, setting SW.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and foggy.

Light to gentle breeze from SW.

At 8.00am force of flood tide was 0.6 knots.

Sent an officer to communicate with Treasury Agent at St. George and take mail.

Ship riding between wind and tide at close of watch.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and foggy.

Gentle SW breeze.

At 8.30am got under way and took departure from anchorage.

At 8.55am put over patent log reading 79.4, set course NW⅞W per bridge compass.

Sighted 7 seals during watch.

Large numbers of guillemots, auks and puffins about ship.

Draft forward 12 feet 2 inches, aft 15 feet 0 inches.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 90, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast with thick fog.

Gentle breeze from SW.

At 12.05pm took sounding in 36 fathoms water, with fine gray sand, at 12.20pm in 25 fathoms water, black sand bottom.

At 12.18pm slowed to half speed and stood in for anchorage off St. Paul Island, taking a sounding every five minutes, Commanding Officer conning ship.

At 12.55pm hauled in patent log reading 14.6.

At 1.30pm changed course to NW by West (per compass).

At 1.55pm came to with port anchor in 16½ fathoms water, hard sand bottom, and veered to 75 fathoms on port chain.

Banked fires.

No land could be seen from anchorage and no bearings taken.

Draft of ship forward 12 feet 1 inch, aft 15 feet 0 inches.

At 4.00pm tide setting NE, 0.7 knots.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 51.2. vacuum 28 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Thick, foggy weather.

Gentle South by West breeze.

Barometer 29.96 to 29.90.

Flood tide, strongest tidal current at 6.00pm, 1.6 knots, setting ENE.

Fog lifted slightly and showed a point of land on starboard beam.


6pm to 8pm:

Foggy.

Gentle breeze from South by West.

At 7.00pm fog lifted somewhat.

Got under way and at 7.50pm anchored off village of St. Paul in 10 fathoms water, black sand bottom, and veered to 60 fathoms port chain.

Banked fires.

Bearings at anchor: Sea Lion Rock S26°E, Tolstoi Point N60°E (true).


8pm to midnight:

Dense fog.

Gentle South by West and SSW breezes.

Current 0.2 [knots] at 10.00pm, set NE.

Slack water at 11.00pm.


During run from the village anchorage off St. George Island to Reef Point, St. Paul Island, the current set N64°W, 5.7 miles.

Time of run five hours.


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24 July 1892

At anchor off St. Paul Island

Lat 57.129, Long -170.322


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and foggy.

Moderate to stiff breeze from SSW and South.

Strongest tide, setting NNE, 0.8 knots at 3.00am.

Moderate sea from the SW.


4am to 8am:

Overcast by fog.

Gentle breeze from SSW and South.

Barometer 29.75 to 29.70.

At 7.50am a bark was seen standing to the Southward and Eastward.

A large number of seals playing around the ship.

Strongest tidal current 3.4 knots, setting SE, [at] 7 o'clock.


8am to meridian:

Foggy, raining latter half.

Moderate breeze from South by West and SSW.

At 9.30am inspected divisions at quarters.

At 8.00am force of flood tide was 0.7 knots.


Meridian to 4pm:

Dense fog.

Gentle SSW and SW breezes.

About 3.00pm North American Commercial Company's steamer "Bertha" went out.

Current at 4.00pm 0.3 knots, setting East.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and foggy.

Moderate to stiff breeze from SW and WSW.

Strongest current, setting East, 0.9 knots at 6.00pm.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and foggy.

Moderate WSW breeze.

Barometer 29.61 to 29.62.

A great number of seals playing around the ship.

Strongest tidal current 0.8 knots at 7.00pm, setting East.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and foggy.

Gentle to light breeze from WSW and West.

At 8.00pm force of tide, setting East, was 0.7 knots.


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25 July 1892

At anchor off St. Paul Island

Lat 57.113, Long -170.246


Meridian to 4pm:

Dense fog, partially clearing towards ends.

Light to gentle breeze from West to WNW.

Current at 4.00am 0.2 knots, setting East.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and foggy.

Light to gentle breeze from WSW and SW.

Moderate sea from SW.

At 7.00am spread fires under three boilers.

At 7.30am U.S.R.C. "Corwin" came in.

Exchanged distinguishing pennants with U.S.R.C. "Corwin".

The Commanding Officer of U.S.R.C. "Corwin" came on board to communicate.

Greatest strength of current 0.2 knots, [setting] ENE, at 5.00am.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and foggy.

Gentle SW breeze.

Barometer 29.70 to 29.74.

At 8.10am turned over the engines, and at 8.20am hove up anchor and moved from the West to the East landing of the island, where at 9.24am anchored in 11½ fathoms water, veering to 60 fathoms on port chain.

Greatest tidal current 0.8 knots, setting South by East, at 10.00am.

Banked fires.

U.S.R.C. "Corwin" also shifted anchorage to East landing.

Bearings from anchorage: Tolstoi Point N52°W, North end Otter Island S51°W (true).


Meridian to 4pm:

Foggy, until last hour when weather became clear.

Gentle breeze from SW and SW.

At 3.00pm strength of tide, setting to NNE, was 0.7 knots.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair, with light to gentle SSW breeze.

Current 1.1 knots, setting NNE, at 5.00pm.

Had evening quarters.

At end of watch exchanged distinguishing pennants with U.S.S. "Adams" bound in.

Hoisted senior officer's pennant.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and misty.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SSW.

At 6.20pm U.S.S. "Adams" made [signal] interrogatory 1211.

Answered and made 904.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Adams" came on board to communicate.

Greatest strength of current 0.7 knots, [setting] SSW, at 8.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and misty.

Gentle to moderate South breeze.

Barometer 29.64 to 29.61.

At 9.25pm U.S.S. "Adams" hove up anchor and steamed out.

Foggy last half.

Strongest tidal current 1.1 knots, setting South, at 10.00pm


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26 July 1892

At anchor St. Paul Island, and at sea, making passage to Unalaska

Lat 56.62, Long -169.22 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy.

Gentle breeze from South.

Began swinging to ebb at 1.50am, and finished at 3.10am.

At 1.00am force of flood tide was 0.4 knots.


4am to 8am:

Overcast with fog.

Gentle to light South breeze.

Made preparations for sea, and at 7.54am hove up and started out, taking departure from anchorage.

Draft aft 15 feet 0 inches, forward 11 feet 10 inches.

Received from U.S.R.C. "Corwin" Mr. N. Hodgson, a passenger to Unalaska.

Running SE by South per bridge compass until 8.00am, then changed to SSE¾E.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 85, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and foggy.

Passing showers last hour.

Stiff breeze from SSW.

Cross sea, ship rolling easily.

Greatest roll 15° to port and 13° to starboard.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters for inspection.

Set clock back 6 minutes third hour.

At 11.00am sighted St. George Island and changed course to SE¾S (per compass), patent log reading 45.9.

At end of watch St. George Island shut out by the fog.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 87.3, vacuum 26.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and foggy, with passing showers first three hours.

Fresh South breeze.

Barometer 29.50 to 29.52.

Steering SE¾E.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 89.4, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Foggy.

Very fresh to fresh breeze from SW.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 90.6, vacuum 26.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and misty.

Moderate sea abeam.

Steering per bridge compass SE¾E.

Fresh SW breeze.

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 88.4, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast with light fog.

Fresh breeze from SSW to SW.

Moderate sea abeam, ship rolling easily.

Extreme roll 14° to port and 12° to starboard.

Sea remarkably phosphorescent during the hour from 10.00pm to 11.00pm.

Steaming SE¾E (per compass).

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 90, vacuum 27 inches.


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27 July 1892

Making passage to, and moored to coal ship, Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.879, Long -166.542


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and foggy.

Stiff SW breeze.

Barometer 29.64 to 29.66.

Steering SE¾E (per compass).

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 88.0, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty.

Moderate to light breeze from SSW and East.

At 5.30am sighted land ahead and on each bow.

At 7.00am changed course to SE, and at 7.35am to SE½S.

Approaching entrance to Iliuliuk Harbor at close of watch.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 90.1, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with light NE breeze.

Standing in for anchorage in Dutch Harbor.

Came to at 9.40am in 14½ fathoms, muddy bottom, and veered to 37½ fathoms port chain.

Bearings at anchor: Rocky Point S41°E, Priest Rock N39°E, both true.

At 11.20am hauled alongside coal ship "Glory of the Seas" at North American Commercial Company's wharf.

Hove up anchor.

Passed H.M.S. "Melpomene" outside at torpedo practice, she afterwards went into Iliuliuk Harbor.

The Commanding Officers of U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross", U.S.R.C. "Rush" and H.M.S. "Melpomene" paid official visits on board, which the Captain returned.

Draft forward 11 feet 9 inches, aft 14 feet 9 inches.

M. Gleason, Boiler Maker, returned on board from U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross".


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with light passing showers last half.

Finished securing ship to wharf, and at 3.15pm began coaling with "Glory [of the Seas]'s" tubs, average weight about 1365 pounds, and donkey engine, main topsail yard and stay, one watch working in starboard gangway transporting coal to bunkers in barrows.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and misty, with light SSE breeze.

Continued coaling until 6.00pm and had taken in 2¾ hours 48 tons 1784 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy to overcast, misty.

Light airs to breezes from SSE first part and from NE latter part.

By order of Commanding Officer placed W. Hennessey, Coal Heaver, in double irons for safe keeping, he being drunk and disorderly.

By same authority placed M. Foley, First-class Fireman, under sentry's charge for safe keeping, he being drunk.

W. Hennessey, Coal Heaver, while drunk, fell and struck his head, inflicting a large, but not deep scalp wound.

Richard Burke, Corporal, while ironing a prisoner, fell and struck his head against a hatch coaming, inflicting a slight flesh wound on the forehead.


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28 July 1892

Moored to coal ship, Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.879, Long -166.542


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty.

Light NE breeze.

Barometer 29.73 to 29.80.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light to gentle NE wind.

At 7.10am began coaling in same manner as yesterday.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant, misty.

Light to gentle breeze from NE.

Coaling ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and misty, pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NE.

At 12.45pm mustered crew at quarters, no absentees.

At 2.45pm the steamer "Alice Blanchard" left the harbor.

Coaling ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, misty and pleasant.

Light breeze from NE.

Coaling ship until 6.00pm.

Received on board during the day 182 tons and 563 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty.

Calm.

Barometer 30.00 to 30.02.


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29 July 1892

Moored to coal ship, and at anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.879, Long -166.542


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, calm and pleasant.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and pleasant.

Calm.

Commenced coaling at 7.00am.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Gentle NE breeze, calm first hour.

Barometer 30.06 to 30.09.

Coaling ship from the "Glory of the Seas".

American schooner "Blakely" came in and was boarded by an officer from this ship.

In coming in the "Blakely" ran upon the reef.

By order of the Commanding Officer the steam launch of this vessel, and of U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross", also the steam whaleboat of the latter, went to tow her off, but without success.

By order of the Commanding Officer M. Foley, First-class Fireman, was released from confinement and restored to duty, pending further action.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather.

Moderate NNE breeze.

Barometer 30.08.

Coaling ship.

Sent a kedge and line to schooner "Blakely", to be used in hauling her off the reef.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 288 pounds fresh beef; and 195 pounds fresh vegetables.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather, overcast last half.

Moderate NNE breeze.

Barometer 30.08 to 30.10.

At 4.30pm the schooner "Blakely" cleared the reef and stood into the inner harbor.

Finished coaling, having received in all 358 tons 813 pounds.

Hauled off from the "Glory of the Seas", and at 7.15pm anchored in Dutch Harbor in 17 fathoms water, veering to 75 fathoms port chain.

H.M.S. "Daphne" came in.

Sent an officer to make the usual boarding call.

Bearings at anchor: Rocky Point S13°E, pinnacle rock South side Summer Bay [Second Priest Rock], N76°E (both true).


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, drizzling last hour.

Light airs from SE first hour, afterwards calm.

Tried searchlights.


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30 July 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.894, Long -166.530


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and calm, fog and light rain.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and foggy, with rain first three hours.

Calm.

Barometer 30.12 to 30.15.

The United States Revenue Cutter "Rush" came from the inner harbor, with the schooner "Winifred" (British) in tow, and anchored in Dutch Harbor.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and misty.

Light airs from SE.

Whaling bark "Mermaid" went out.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and warm.

Calm first hour, afterwards light airs and breeze from South and SSE.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and warm.

Light airs and breeze from NNE to SSE.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, last half misty.

Light SE wind.


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31 July 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.894, Long -166.530


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Calm third hour, light airs and breezes from South remainder of watch.


4am to 8am:

Fair and pleasant.

Light airs from SSW to North.

U.S.S. "Adams" entered the harbor at 6.30am with distinguishing pennant displayed.

Hoisted our distinguishing pennant and Senior Officer's pennant.

At 6.40am U.S.S. "Adams" made [signal] interrogatory 1211.

Answered and made 904.

U.S.S. "Adams" anchored in Dutch Harbor at 6.45am.

At 7.30am made dress signal 4111 to U.S.S. "Adams".


8am to meridian:

Fair and warm.

Calms to light breeze from SSE.

At 9.30am mustered to quarters.

Executive officer inspected ship and crew.

Barks "Bounding Billow" and "Northern Light" went to sea.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and warm.

Light SSE and NE winds.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast.

NE airs and calms.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast first two hours, cloudy remainder of watch.

Calm.



LOGS FOR AUGUST 1892


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1 August 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.894, Long -166.530


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Calm, NE airs last hour.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light airs from Northward and Eastward, SSE and WSW.

Barometer 30.36 to 30.37.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and pleasant, warm.

Light airs from WSW first hour, calm second hour and light breeze from NE remainder of watch.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters and overhauled the battery.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: C.T. Johnson, First-class Apprentice, and M. Clifford, Landsman, shirking work, ten days' extra duty each; J. Deaver, Private Marine, gambling, prohibited from playing cards while on board ship.

By same authority W.W. Hennessy, Coal Heaver, M. Foley, First-class Fireman, and W. Cuff, Landsman, were made prisoners at large to await trial by Summary Court Martial.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 196 pounds fresh meat; and 195 pounds fresh vegetables.

Received on board from U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross": one 175 foot seine.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from NE first three hours, calm last hour.

At 2.00pm the North American Commercial Company's steamer "Bertha" came in and went alongside the dock.

Sent the steam launch outside of the harbor to search for the schooner "Mountain Chief".

Mr. Hodgson, a seal hunter, left the ship and went on board U.S.R.C. "Rush".

2nd cutter engaged in bringing off sand.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant, fog coming in from seaward during last hour.

Light airs and breezes from NE.

At 5.00pm mustered crew at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather.

Light ENE breeze first part, calm last half.

Barometer 30.36 to 30.34.

Steam cutter returned at 10.00pm.


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2 August 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.894, Long -166.530


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy.

Calm first hour, afterwards light airs from NE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and foggy.

Light airs from NE.

At 7.30am made time and uniform signal.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light NE airs.

Barometer 30.28 to 30.26.

Foggy.

About 10.30am United States Revenue Cutter "Rush" got under way, with the American whaling bark "Lydia" in tow, and stood out.

At 11.30am H.M.S. "Melpomene" went to sea.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 114 pounds fresh meat.

Received in Equipment Department: 960 pounds coal for steam launch.

Quarters at 9.30am, with divisional drills.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant, foggy.

Calm and gentle NE breeze.

Barometer 30.25 to 30.22.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather, foggy.

Light NE airs.

Barometer 30.22 to 30.20.

At 5.25pm U.S.S. "Adams" made general signal interrogatory 3918, answered 904.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, foggy and drizzling.

Calm.

At 8.58pm sounded the call to general quarters, times: 1st Division 4 minutes 3 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 7 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 21 seconds; Navigator's Division 2 minutes 9 seconds; Powder Division 0 minutes 58 seconds; Engineer's Division 2 minutes 1 second; Marines 2 minutes 19 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: starboard engine room 0 minutes 13 seconds; port engine room 0 minutes 16 seconds; berth deck 1 minute 11 seconds.

Secured at 9.16pm, times: 1st Division 3 minutes 29 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 48 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 49 seconds Powder Division 3 minutes 31 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 33 seconds; Engineer's Division 0 minutes 31 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 58 seconds.


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3 August 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska, at sea, and anchor off False Pass, Bering Sea

Lat 54.69, Long -165.53


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy, with light drizzling rain.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with drizzling rain first hour, foggy.

Barometer 30.08 to 30.02.

At 5.02am turned over engines, called all hands up anchor, hove up and stood out, Navigator conning.

Passed U.S.S. "Ranger" standing in to Unalaska, and U.S.R.C. "Rush" also standing in with the schooner "Helen" of Seattle in tow.

At 7.10am took departure: Akoutan [Island North] Head N67°E, Erskine Head S55°E, Ulakta Head S6°E (all true), patent log [reading] 61.5, ship's head North by East.

At end of watch steering North by East.

Draft forward 13 feet 8 inches, aft 16 feet 4 inches.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 95.4, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast first half, afterwards foggy.

Light to gentle breeze from WNW.

At 8.10am changed course to NNE½E by bridge compass, patent log reading 71.5.

At 9.20am Akutan [Island North] Head bore SE by E½E, distant 12 miles [knots in log-book].

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised divisions at routine drills.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishment was awarded: F.H. Hayes, Second-class Fireman, shirking work, to stand watch and watch for one month.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 101, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, dense fog first three hours, clearing last hour.

Numerous fog-bows.

Gentle WNW breeze.

Steering NNE½E by bridge compass until 3.06pm, then NE by E½E.

At 3.00pm sounded in 38 fathoms, sand bottom.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 95.8, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and foggy.

Light breeze from WNW first hour, gentle breeze from NW latter hour.

At 5.00pm mustered crew at quarters.

At 5.20pm took sounding in 24 fathoms water, black sand bottom.

Steaming NE by East (per compass).

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 96.2, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Foggy.

Gentle to moderate SW breeze.

Barometer 29.86 to 29.82.

At 6.30pm got a cast with the sounding machine in 18½ fathoms, black sand bottom, and at 6.35pm stopped, hauled in patent log, and got a sounding with coasting lead in 21 fathoms, black sand.

Went ahead full speed and put over patent log, and at 7.30pm stopped and got sounding with coasting lead in 22 fathoms, black sand.

Went ahead full speed.

At 7.35pm changed course to SE by East, patent log [reading] 83.7.

At 7.55pm stopped again, got sounding with coasting lead in 16 fathoms, black sand.

Went ahead half speed on course.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 96.2, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Foggy.

Moderate to stiff breeze from WSW.

At 8.20pm anchored in 8½ fathoms water, patent log reading 88.2.

At 8.30pm weighed anchor and stood out NW by West about one mile and then anchored at 8.55pm in 10½ fathoms water, hard black sand, and veered to 60 fathoms port chain.

Heavy banked fires, keeping them in readiness for immediate use.

West side Issanak Pass bore S6°W (true).


Akoutan Island is also known as Akutan Island.

Issanak Pass is also known as Isanotski Strait.


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4 August 1892

At anchor False Pass, and at sea, making passage to Attu Island

Lat 55.13, Long -163.52


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and foggy.

Gentle to light WSW breeze.

Current at 4.00am one knot, setting to Northward and Eastward.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy.

Moderate to gentle breeze from WSW.

At 8.00am tidal current 0.8 knots, setting to Northward and Eastward.

Hoisted General Recall as signal to Lieutenant Veeder's party on shore.


8am to meridian:

Foggy, with moderate West breeze.

Barometer 29.70.

At 10.20am Lieutenant T.E.D.W. Veeder returned on board with the boats and men under his command at the Bering Sea entrance to Issanak Pass, bringing on board a number of captured guns and skins.

Discharged the sailing launch and hoisted her in place.

Hoisted the dinghy on the forecastle.

At 10.00am spread fires.

Called all hands up anchor at 11.00am.

Hove up and stood out heading NW½W (per compass) and taking departure from anchorage.

Put over patent log at 11.20am reading 88.2.

Went to quarters for inspection at 9.30am.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 83.3, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, foggy last hour.

Moderate to gentle breeze from WSW.

At 12.15pm sighted schooner to Northward and Westward.

At 12.25pm changed course to North by W¼W and started in pursuit, log reading 97.5.

At 1.28pm overhauled schooner, which proved to be "W.S. Phelps" of San Francisco.

Stopped engines, hauled in patent log reading 8.9, and sent an officer to board her.

At 1.55pm started ahead again and made course NW½W.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 92.1, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, cloudy and misty.

Gentle WSW breeze.

Steering per bridge compass NW½W.

At 5.00pm had evening quarters.

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 87.3, vacuum 26.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy.

Light breeze from WSW to WNW.

Steaming NW½W (per compass).

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 90, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather.

Light West breeze.

Barometer 29.66 to 29.64.

Steering NW½W until 11.15pm, then changed to WSW½ (per compass), patent log [reading] 93.1.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 89.3, vacuum 27 inches.


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5 August 1892

At sea, making passage to Attu Island

Lat 56.92, Long -168.43


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, drizzling latter half.

Gentle to light breeze from South.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 90.3, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and misty, with light drizzling rain, except last hour.

Light breeze from South first half, then calms and Westerly airs.

Steering per bridge compass WSW½W.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 90, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, with fog and drizzle during first two hours, misty last two.

Light to gentle breeze from North.

At 9.30am exercised at fire quarters, times ready: 1st Division 2 minutes 35 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 39 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 13 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 19 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 37 seconds; Engineer's Division 0 minutes 29 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 9 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: berth deck 0 minutes 22 seconds; port engine room 0 minutes 14 seconds; starboard engine room 0 minutes 8 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 2 minutes 1 second; 2nd Division 1 minute 28 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 19 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 11 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 37 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 2 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 29 seconds.

At 9.46am exercised at abandon ship.

A 9.43am changed course to W½N (per compass) to chase a bark, patent log [reading] 94.2, at 10.42am to WNW¾W (per compass), patent log 3.7, at 11.00am to WNW (per compass), patent log 7.4, at 11.44am to NW by W½W (per compass), patent log 12.5.

Bark proved to be "Mermaid" of New Bedford.

Did not speak her.

Sighted another bark to Northward and Westward.

At 12.00pm changed course to WSW½W (per compass), patent log [reading] 15.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 89.5, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, cloudy first part, clearing last half.

Moderate NNE breeze.

Barometer 29.56.

At 12.19pm changed course to N¾E (per compass), patent log [reading] 17.8.

At 3.00pm sighted a bark on port bow standing to Southward.

At end of watch bark in sight on port beam.

Saw one seal playing in the water at 12.50pm.

At 12.30pm delivered specifications of offenses to W.W. Hennessy, Coal Heaver, and W. Cuff, Landsman.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 89.7, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light wind from North.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 88.5, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cool.

Gentle breeze from North.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 89.2. vacuum 28 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, last half misty.

Calms and airs varying in direction.

Steering N¾E per bridge compass until midnight, when changed course to SW by W½W.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 90.3, vacuum 26.5 inches.


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6 August 1892

At sea, making passage to Attu Island

Lat 58.31, Long -170.77


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy to overcast, foggy last part.

Calms and light airs, variable in direction.

Steam SW by W½W (per compass).

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 90.4, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Calm and light airs from East and NW.

Barometer 29.54 to 29.56.

Steering SW by W½W per bridge compass.

Saw one seal playing in the water.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 90, vacuum 28 inches.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Calm.

Running through light fog banks occasionally.

Sighted three seals moving in the water.

Passed two logs.

G. Frei, Equipment Yeoman, reported his term of enlistment as expiring today.

At 10.00am a Summary Court [Martial] met for the trial of W.W. Hennessy, Coal Heaver, and W. Cuff, Landsman.

The Court took a recess from 11.30am to 1.30pm.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 88, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and foggy.

Light airs from North.

A number of seals and seal pups seen, some sleeping and some playing.

The water covered with a light scum filled with white specs.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 88.3, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, with mist on horizon.

Calm to [light] airs from NNE.

Steering WNW per bridge compass.

Saw 36 seals up to 5.40pm.

Dead whale food in water, at 4.10pm, and 4.25pm passed through long parallel streaks lying North and South.

Shags, snipe, ducks, guillemots and auks about.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 90, vacuum 28 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs from NNE and North.

Numerous seals sighted during watch.

Steaming WNW (per compass).

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 89, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light airs from North and WNW.

Barometer 29.62.

Running without running lights.

At 10.07pm changed course to SW by South, patent log [reading] 31.4.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 90.2, vacuum 28 inches.


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7 August 1892

At sea, making passage to Attu Island

Lat 57.71, Long -176.36


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with banks of fog hanging all about the horizon and occasionally enveloping the ship, a glimpse of clear sky from time to time, misty last hour.

Airs from West and WNW.

Found two tubes leaking badly in B boiler and started fires under C boiler at 3.30am as a relief.

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 86.7, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty.

Gentle to moderate breeze from WNW.

Sighted five pup seals, playing, during watch.

Steam 80 pounds, revolutions 85.9, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with gentle to moderate WNW breeze.

Steering per bridge compass SW by South.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters.

Numerous whales to Northward.

At 8.30am connected third boiler.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 88.1, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy to overcast.

Gentle breeze from WNW to West.

At 12.29pm changed course to South (per compass), patent log reading 65.4.

At end of watch on course South (per compass).

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 90.2, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast.

Gentle West breeze.

Barometer 29.72 to 29.73.

Steering South (per compass).

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 91.5, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, but atmosphere fairly clear until last part of watch, when ran to a light fog.

Light West wind.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 90.6, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Misty, raining last hour.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SW.

At 10.08pm changed course to West by South, log reading 55.4.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 90, vacuum 26.5 inches.


[No logs for 8 August 1892; ship crossed the date line]


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9 August 1892

At sea, making passage to Attu Island

Lat 56.21, Long 179.12


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy, misty, with light rain first two and last hours.

Steering West by South per bridge compass.

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 88.3, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy to overcast, foggy.

Moderate to gentle breeze from WSW to NW by West.

Steaming West by South (per compass).

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 89.5, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze to [light] airs from NW.

Went to quarters at 9.30am for inspection and divisional drill.

Steering West by South (per compass).

By order of Commanding Officer C.A. Barnes, First-class Apprentice, was placed in solitary confinement for five days on bread and water, for refusing to obey orders of the Corporal of the Guard and resisting the same while in the discharge of his duty.

Set the clock back 18 minutes.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 90.5, vacuum 26.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, with light fog patches last half of watch.

A light swell coming from Southwestward.

Calm.

Passed small bunches of sea weed and feathers at intervals.

Saw two seals moving.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 90.4, vacuum 28 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, misty first hour.

Light airs from NW.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 89.4, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with SW by West airs.

Steering West by South per bridge compass until 6.19pm, then S¼W.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 91.5, vacuum 28 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and foggy, drizzling last two hours.

Light airs and breezes from West.

Steaming S¼W (per compass).

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 90.3, vacuum 27 inches.


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10 August 1892

At sea, making passage to Attu Island

Lat 53.48, Long 176.22


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty.

Gentle WSW breeze.

Barometer 29.98.

Steering S¼W (per compass).

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 90, vacuum 28 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, with light fog banks, through which the ship ran from time to time.

Light wind from WSW.

Saw several flocks of dark colored gulls.

At work plugging a tube in starboard forward boiler last two hours.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 84.3, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and foggy.

Light breeze and airs from North to East.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and afterwards exercised at arm and away all boats, times ready: sailing launch 5 minutes 52 seconds; steam launch 6 minutes 49 seconds; 1st cutter 7 minutes 32 seconds; 2nd cutter 8 minutes 57 seconds; whaleboat 4 minutes 26 seconds; gig 7 minutes 41 seconds.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were inflicted: W.E. Gilchrist, Coxswain, going below and to sleep while on watch, monthly money stopped for three months; T.S. Kirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, late at quarters, 6 mid-watches; J. Deaver, Private Marine, and J. Noonan, Private Marine, disrespect to 1st Sergeant, 5 days' confinement on bread and water.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 80.2, vacuum 28 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with light NE breeze.

Steering per bridge compass S¼W.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 90.4, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and misty, pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NE.

At 5.00pm mustered crew at quarters.

At 4.32pm changed course to WNW½W (per compass), patent log reading 48.2.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 89.6, vacuum 26.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Gentle NNE breeze.

Barometer 29.93 to 29.95.

Steering WNW½W (per compass).

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 89.4, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast by clouds, but pleasant.

Wind light from NW and WNW.

Good horizon, moon lighting up the clouds.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 90.2, vacuum 27.5 inches.


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11 August 1892

At sea, making passage to, and lying off Attu Island, and making passage to Unalaska

Lat 52.98, Long 173.69


Midnight to 4am:

Generally overcast and misty, occasionally clearing.

Light to moderate breeze from NW and WNW.

At 12.20am changed course to SW¾W, log reading 19.9.

Slowed to 50 revolutions.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 53.2, vacuum 28 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy, with moderate breeze from West.

Steering SW¾W until 6.30am, when making land right ahead and on port bow went off to NW½W.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 38.8. vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant, heavy fog banks to the Southward.

Light airs and breezes from Southward and Eastward.

At 8.10am changed course to SW by W⅜W, patent log [reading] 52.1, at 8.30am to SW½W, patent log 54.4, at 8.35am to SW by W½W, patent log 55.0.

At 8.58am stopped both engines and hauled in patent log reading 56.8.

Lying off entrance to Tschitschagoff Harbor.

Sent the whaleboat, with an officer in charge, into the harbor to communicate.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters for inspection and exercised at divisional drill.

At 10.40am the whaleboat returned.

Hoisted whaleboat and put ship on course ENE½E and put over patent log reading 56.8 at 10.50am.

At end of watch on course ENE½E, the North tangent of Attu Island bearing N86°W and the West end of Alaid Island bearing S21°E.

All courses per compass and all bearings true.

Set clock back 17 minutes last hour.

By order of Commanding Officer threw overboard the following stores that were condemned by survey: 75 pounds dried fruit, received September 22, 1891, C.E. Ahrens, contractor, April 1891; and 24 pounds preserved meat, received September 22, 1891, C.F. Mattlage, contractor.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 98.8. vacuum 26.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze to airs from West.

Barometer 30.10 to 30.13.

Steering ENE½E (per compass).

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 95.7, vacuum 28 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast by clouds.

Airs from NNW.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 95.9, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and misty.

Light breeze from NNW.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 95.9, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy and misty, with light drizzling rain last hour.

Calm to light wind from NW to North.

Steering ENE½E per bridge compass.

Moon rarely visible.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 97.7, vacuum 28 inches.


Tschitschagoff Harbor is also known as Chichagof Harbor.


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11 August 1892

[Same date; ship crossed the date line]

At sea, making passage to Unalaska

Lat 53.42, Long -179.50


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy to overcast, foggy, drizzling last hour.

Obscured moonlight until daylight.

Light airs from WNW to SW.

Steaming ENE½E (per compass).

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 94.2, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather, misty around horizon, foggy last hour.

Light SW airs.

Barometer 30.18 to 30.21.

On course ENE½E (per compass).

Steam 87 pounds, revolutions 95.1, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather, warm.

Running through streaks of fog from time to time.

Airs from NNW.

At 9.30am went to general quarters, times cast loose and provide: 1st Division 2 minutes 26 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 57 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 37 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 21 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 9 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 22 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 18 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: starboard engine room 0 minutes 9 seconds; port engine room 0 minutes 23 seconds; berth deck 0 minutes 28 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 1 minute 32 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 49 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 28 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 33 seconds; Powder Division 3 minutes 56 seconds; Engineer's Division 3 minutes 22 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 41 seconds.

Steam 88 pounds, revolutions 92.6, vacuum 28 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and foggy.

Light airs from North.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 93.5, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast with fog-mist.

Light breezes from SE and East.

Steering per bridge compass ENE½E.

At 5.00pm had evening quarters.

Steam 96 pounds, revolutions 97.7, vacuum 28 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and misty, pleasant.

Calms and light airs from SE.

Steaming NE½E (per compass).

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 94, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather.

Light SE airs.

Barometer 30.21 to 30.20.

At 8 hours 15 minutes 52 seconds went to fire quarters, times ready: 1st Division 2 minutes 38 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 58 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 56 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 33 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 31 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 42 seconds; Marines 1 minute 37 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: starboard engine room 0 minutes 16 seconds; port engine room 0 minutes 21 seconds; berth deck 0 minutes 19 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 1 minute 39 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 43 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 11 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 22 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 9 seconds; Engineer's Division 0 minutes 33 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 37 seconds.

At 8.10pm changed course to ENE, patent log [reading] 92.9.

Steering this course at end of watch.

Blew the tubes in the Engineer's Department at 9.00pm.

Running without running lights.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 93.3, vacuum 26.5 inches.


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12 August 1892

At sea, making passage to Unalaska

Lat 53.80, Long -172.78


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant, with fog banks hanging about and fog hanging high overhead, the moon showing through until last hour, when fog settled and became thicker.

Fog coming into the sea from the Southward, light airs prevailing from East to NE.

Saw three seals playing.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 99.4, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and foggy.

Calm first half, afterwards gentle breeze from ESE.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 94.9, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and foggy.

Light SE wind.

Steering per bridge compass ENE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Inspected bags.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 100.2, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Calms and light airs from ESE and NE.

Served out clothing and small stores.

Numerous seals sighted.

Steaming ENE (per compass).

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 98.8, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Light NW airs.

Barometer 30.19.

Steering ENE (per compass).

At 5.10pm made the land on starboard bow (two high peaks) bearing (per compass) S55°E, ship's head ENE.

At end of watch peaks bore SE¼E (per compass), ship's head ENE.

Saw eleven seals sleeping on the water, and two playing.

Went to quarters for drill at 5.00pm.

Blew the tubes under A boiler.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 87.7, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm.

Four mountainous peaks in sight at sundown.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 100.1, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and foggy, occasionally clearing.

Calm first three hours, afterwards light breeze from ENE.

At 8.20pm changed course to NE by E¾E, log reading 37.4.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 99.4, vacuum 27 inches.


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13 August 1892

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.90, Long -166.52


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and misty, dense fog seconds and third hours.

Calm, except last hour, when fog lifted, to light NNE breeze.

Steering NE by E¾E per bridge compass.

Steam 96 pounds, revolutions 94.2, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast first hour, cloudy remainder of watch.

Light to gentle breeze from NNE to NE.

At 4.42am changed course to E¾N (per compass).

At 4.45am sighted Bogosloff [Island].

At 5.00am Bogosloff [Island] bore S10°W (true), distant 9.5 miles.

Forward steering gear being out of order due to a stranded rope, connected after gear and steered from aft.

At 7.20am changed course to ENE¾E (per compass), patent log reading 50.00.

At end of watch steering for entrance to Unalaska harbor with land in sight ahead and on starboard bow and beam.

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 98.8, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to light NE breeze.

Barometer 30.22 to 30.24.

Standing along for entrance to Unalaska steering various courses.

By order of Commanding Officer C.A. Barnes, Apprentice, was released from confinement and restored to duty, his term of confinement having expired.

At 11.13am came to anchor in Dutch Harbor in 16¾ fathoms water, soft bottom, veering to 60 fathoms on port chain.

Bearings from anchorage: pinnacle South side Summer Bay [Second Priest Rock] N89°E, Rocky Point S18°W (both true).

Draft forward 12 feet 1 inch, aft 15 feet.

An officer from H.M.S. "Melpomene" came on board to extend the usual courtesies.

Set the clock ahead 30 minutes between 9.00am and 10.00am.

Hauled in patent log at 11.08am reading 81.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 98.6, vacuum 27.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from NE, West and SW.

Cleaning the ship side by means of stages.

Sent an officer to return the boarding call of H.M.S. "Melpomene".


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Calm and light airs from Northward and Eastward.

At 5.00pm the Alaska Commercial Company's steamer "Dora" came in and went into the inner harbor.

At 6.30pm the United States Revenue Cutter "Rush" came in and anchored.

Sent an officer to make the usual boarding call.

Commanding Officer of U.S.R.C. "Rush" came on board.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, moonlight.

Calm.


Bogosloff Island is also known as Bogoslof Island and Bogoslov Island.


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14 August 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.90, Long -166.52


Midnight to 4am:

Fair and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from SE.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Calm and light SSE breeze.

At 6.00am the "Danube" came in, and at 6.30am the mail boat "Elsie".

Sent an officer to board the vessels and get the mail.

Ensign N. Eldridge reported on board this vessel in obedience to orders, to await the arrival of U.S.S. "Mohican".


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from SSE to SE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Received home mails for this and the other naval vessels composing United States Force in Bering Sea per steamers "Danube" from Victoria and "Elsie" from Sitka.

Ensign Eldridge of U.S.S. "Mohican" reported on board with a party of four men, he came upon the "Elsie" from Sitka having taken the schooner "Jane Gray" ["Jane Grey" in log-book] to that place for adjudication.

The men were as follows: J. Kelly, Seaman; A. Beihl, Coxswain; A. Marshall, Ordinary Seaman; and A. Scott, Ordinary Seaman.

By order of the Captain they were taken up by the Paymaster for rations.

Five belts and five revolvers, which they brought, were put in charge of the Chief Gunner's Mate.

By order of the Captain released from confinement J. Deaver, Private Marine, and M. Noonan, Private Marine.

Tide running flood, slack water high at noon.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine, warm weather.

Light SE wind.

Schooner "Matthew Turner" of San Francisco came in.

Allowed a party of 50 men to visit the shore to play ball.

Tide running ebb.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from SSE.


8pm to midnight:

Fair and pleasant.

Light airs from SSE to SW.


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15 August 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.90, Long -166.52


Midnight to 4am:

Fair, with calms and [light] airs from West.


4am to 8am:

Fair and warm.

Airs from SW.

U.S.R.C. "Rush" went alongside coal wharf.

Ebb tide.


8am to meridian:

Fair and pleasant.

Calm first half, afterwards light airs and breeze from NNE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, after which called all hands to muster and read findings of Summary Court Martial in cases of Edward Hennessy, Second-class Fireman, and William Cuff, Landsman.

Placed Hennessy in confinement for 20 days, in double irons, on bread wand water, full ration every 5th day, placed Cuff in confinement for 15 days, in double irons, on bread and water, full ration every fifth day.

Read United States Navy Regulation Circular number 107.

After muster exercised divisions at routine drills.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were inflicted: F.S. Kirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, no cap grommet at Sunday inspection, 3 days' bread and water; T.C. Fisk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, late at quarters, 4 mid-watches.

Sent 1st Division ashore for small arm target practice.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs from NNE to NW.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 116 pounds vegetables.

U.S.R.C. "Rush" left Dutch Harbor and went into the inner harbor.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cool.

Light airs from NE first hour, afterwards calm.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy.

Calms and Northerly airs.


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16 August 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.90, Long -166.52


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and pleasant, misty last part.

Calms second hour, light airs from NNE remainder of watch.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty.

Light airs from NNE and NE.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and misty.

Calms and NE airs.

Sent 1st and Powder Divisions ashore for rifle target practice.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, exercised 2nd, Navigator's and 3rd Divisions at main battery, Marines at pulling in whaleboat.

U.S.R.C. "Rush" and H.M.S. "Daphne" went to sea.

Hauled down Senior Officer's pennant.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Airs from NE and North.

U.S.R.C. "Corwin" came in and went into Iliuliuk harbor, her Commanding Officer paid an official visit on board.

1st and Powder Divisions at rifle target practice on shore after 1.00pm, 3rd and Navigator's Divisions and Marines at sub-caliber practice six-inch, 6-pounder and 1-pounder [guns] at floating targets, boxes anchored, 300 yards distant.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy.

Calms and SW airs.

Practice with rifles and sub-caliber apparatuses continued until 5.00pm.

Expended in Ordnance [Department]: 2340 .45 caliber ball cartridges.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy first part, clear last.

Light airs and breezes from West during first three hours and gentle breeze from South by East last hour.


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17 August 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.90, Long -166.52


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate SSE breeze.

Barometer 30.29 to 30.27.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, last three hours rainy.

Light breeze from SW and South to SSW and SSE airs.


8am to meridian:

Overcast first hour, cloudy remainder of watch, light passing showers first two hours.

Light to gentle breeze from South and SE.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters for inspection.

Powder Division exercised at single sticks, 1st and 2nd Divisions at sub-caliber target practice.

At 11.00am U.S.S. "Ranger" came in and anchored.

Exchanged distinguishing pennants with U.S.S. "Ranger".

U.S.S. "Ranger" made [signal] interrogatory 1211, answered and made 904.

Hoisted the steam launch's boiler inboard to repair a leak.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy first hour, overcast remainder of watch, misty with light passing showers last hour.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Ranger" came on board officially.

1st and 3rd Divisions engaged in revolver prize firing.

The North American Commercial Company's steamer "Elsie" went to sea.

Expended in Ordnance Department 1200 rounds of rifle and 800 rounds of revolver ammunition.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast to cloudy, misty.

Light airs from North, SW and West, during first, second and third hours, calm last hour.

At 5.00pm mustered crew at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light SW airs and calm.

Barometer 30.25 to 30.23.

At 8.10pm U.S.S. "Mohican" came in and made number with Very's lights.

This ship signaling "I understand" (green rocket).

This ship then started to signal her number, but when one red and one green rocket had been fired, U.S.S. "Mohican" signaled interrogatory 1211.

Answered 904 in Very's signals.

Sent an officer to make the usual boarding call.

Commanding officer of U.S.S. "Mohican" came on board.


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18 August 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.90, Long -166.52


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, with light passing drizzle early in watch.

Light wind from SSE to SW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SSE.

U.S.R.C. "Corwin" came out of inner harbor and went alongside dock at Dutch Harbor.

At 7.30am made time and uniform signal.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and misty.

Fresh SSE breeze, blowing in squalls.

Barometer 30.09 to 30.02.

At 9.20am made signal to U.S.S. "Mohican" general 2919, and at 9.25am made the same signal to U.S.S. "Ranger".

A board, of which Chief Engineer A.C. Engard, U.S. Navy, was senior member, met on board this vessel to survey the boiler tubes on board.

Went to quarters at 9.30am.

Exercised all boats under sail.

At 10.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made signal numeral 2.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, with squalls of wind from SSE and SE, light passing showers during the watch.

Barometer 29.97 to 29.86.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and foggy, with drizzling rain.

Wind from SSE in squalls.

Barometer 29.86 to 29.72.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with squalls of wind and light rain.

Wind moderating last half of watch and shifting from SSE to SSW.

At 8.10pm U.S.S. "Adams" made her number coming in.

Made our number.

U.S.S. "Adams" asked permission to anchor, which was granted.

She anchored outside the spit.

The Captain of U.S.S. "Adams" paid an official visit on board.

Sent an officer and the mail to U.S.S. "Adams".


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19 August 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.90, Long -166.52


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, raining lightly at intervals.

Light airs and breeze from NE to SW.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Light SW airs.

Barometer 29.60.

The "America" left the North American Company's dock, at end of watch was under way standing out.

At 7.25am made time and dress signal geographic 6167.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light wind from SSW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

U.S.S. "Adams" came in and went alongside coal dock.

U.S.R.C. "Corwin" went in to inner harbor.

A board held survey on articles in Ordnance and Navigation Departments.

Borrowed diving gear from H.M.S. "Melpomene" and sent it to U.S.S. "Adams" in the sailing launch of this ship with the Master-at-Arms and Oiler Holden as divers.

Engaged firing 1st Division at 300 yard target from the ship.

The following signals were made: from this ship to U.S.S. "Adams" at 8.30am 904, and at 10.15am 5370; from U.S.S. "Adams" to U.S.S. "Yorktown" at 8.30am interrogatory 4890.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy weather, with a fine drizzling rain passing several times.

Wind light from SSW.

Engaged firing at target from the ship with rifle and pistol.

Allowed fires to die out under D boiler and lighted fires under A boiler.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with passing drizzling rain first hour.

Wind from SW and SSW.

Received on board in Engineer's Department: 25 pounds cotton waste; in Paymaster's Department: 26 pairs shoes; 50 blue flannel undershirts; 99 yards heavy flannel; 66 yards cap cloth; 20 blankets; 120 pieces tape; 120 rubber buttons, small; 100 pounds dried fruit; and 188 pounds fresh meat.

Engaged firing at target.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

The divers returned on board and U.S.S. "Adams", sent diving gear back to H.M.S. "Melpomene".


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light airs from South first hour, afterwards calm.


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20 August 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.90, Long -166.52


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and foggy.

Calms and airs varying in direction.

At 12.45am a vessel came in and anchored outside Dutch Harbor.


4am to 8am:

Overcast with light drizzling rain almost continuously.

Light breeze from South to SSW.

The vessel which came in during mid-watch proved to be the American ship "America", which sailed from here yesterday.

At 6.00am U.S.S. "Ranger" made signal interrogatory 2983.

Answered and made 904.

At 7.25am made general signal 6167.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, clearing last hour.

Wind variable in direction and in force between SW and North.

At 10.30am made telegraphic signal to U.S.S. "Ranger", U.S.S. "Adams" and U.S.S. "Mohican", 8277, 5468, 7846, 5468, 169, 0970, 2491, numeral 106.

At 11.00am U.S.S. "Adams" left coal wharf and anchored in Dutch Harbor.

At 11.30am U.S.S. "Mohican" and U.S.S. "Ranger" each signaled interrogatory 5455.

Answered and made 904.

At 11.30am signaled to U.S.S. "Ranger", by army code, "when will you go alongside coal wharf".

U.S.S. "Ranger" answered "this afternoon".

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishment was inflicted: T.C. Fisk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, leaving his station repeatedly while on signal watch, to stand watch and watch for three days.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light airs to moderate breeze from SW to NE.

At 1.10pm U.S.S. "Mohican" made [signal] interrogatory 4826.

Answered and made 904.

U.S.S. "Mohican" and U.S.S. "Ranger" furled sail.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from East to SW.

At 4.40pm U.S.S. "Ranger" made [signal] interrogatory 4890.

Answered and made 904.

U.S.S. "Ranger" went alongside coal dock.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, misty.

Calms to light airs and breeze from NE.


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21 August 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.90, Long -166.52


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs from SW third hour, calm remainder of watch.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light airs from WSW and NE.

At 7.30am made dress signal 4111 to U.S.S. "Ranger", U.S.S. "Mohican" and U.S.S. "Adams".


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and misty.

NE airs.

At 9.30am Commander inspected ship and crew at quarters, after which had general muster.

At 9.35am U.S.S. "Adams" made [signal] interrogatory 4890, which answered and made 904.

U.S.S. "Adams" got under way and left harbor towing ship "America".

At 11.00am made dress signal geographic 6157, U.S.S. "Ranger" and U.S.S. "Mohican" answered.

Captain of U.S.S. "Mohican" paid official visit on board.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and foggy.

Light NE breeze.

Sent on shore large baseball, berrying and fishing parties, and visiting parties to U.S.S. "Mohican" and "Glory of the Seas".


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy.

Light breeze to airs from NE.

Parties out of ship returned between 5.00pm and 5.30pm.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and foggy.

Light airs from NE first three hours, calm last hour.


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22 August 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.90, Long -166.52


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and foggy, with light drizzling rain last part.

Barometer 29.75 to 29.72.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy.

NE airs first hours, then calm.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Calm first hour, light airs from Northward and Eastward remainder of watch.

At 9.30am mustered the crew at quarters for inspection.

2nd, 3rd and Navigator's Divisions were sent ashore for rifle target practice.

1st Division and the Marines engaged in revolver target practice from the ship.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: E.J. Colwell, Seaman Apprentice First-class, slow in obeying orders, one day's extra duty; G. Hee, Wardroom Steward, throwing refuse down ash chute, 2 mid-watches; M. Foley, First-class Fireman, throwing grease down ash chute, one mid-watch.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department from U.S.S. "Mohican" the following stores: 1000 pounds flour; 100 pounds dried fruit; 750 pounds preserved meat; 1077 pounds sugar; 92 pounds tea; 76 gallons beans; and 26 gallons vinegar.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Ranger" came on board in obedience to signal.

The following signals made during watch: at 9.20am U.S.S. "Mohican" to U.S.S. "Yorktown" interrogatory 5455, answered and made 904; at 9.30am U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Ranger" 3094; at 10.10am U.S.S. "Mohican" to U.S.S. "Yorktown" numeral 4.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs from NE first two hours, calm third hour, and light airs from SSE last hour.

Marines engaged in revolver target practice from ship.

2nd, 3rd and Navigator's Divisions were sent on shore for rifle target practice.

The following signals were made during watch: U.S.S. "Mohican" to U.S.S. "Yorktown" interrogatory 4826, answered and made 904, at 1.00pm; at 1.15pm U.S.S. "Mohican" to U.S.S. "Yorktown" interrogatory 4388, answered and made 904; at 3.20pm U.S.S. "Mohican" to U.S.S. "Yorktown" interrogatory 6141, answered and made 904.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs from SSE and South.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with rain during part of watch.

Light SW airs and calm.

Barometer 29.64 to 29.62.


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23 August 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.90, Long -166.52


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, foggy and drizzling.

Calms and light airs from Northward and Eastward.

At 7.30am made time and uniform signal.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and foggy, with drizzling rain.

Calm.

Barometer 29.60 to 29.61.

At 8.50am U.S.S. "Ranger" hauled out from coal dock and anchored in the harbor.

At 9.45am U.S.S. "Mohican" made general signal interrogatory 1095, answered 904.

U.S.S. "Mohican" hauled in alongside coal dock.

At 10.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made signal numeral 5.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishment was awarded: M. Clancy, First-class Fireman, out of uniform at Sunday inspection, monthly money stopped for two months.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and foggy, with drizzling rain and mist, calm and light airs from NE, ENE and South.

At 3.55pm U.S.S. "Ranger" made general signal interrogatory 4890, answered 904.

Received in Engineer's Department: 250 gallons lubricating oil.

Barometer 29.62.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and foggy, with drizzling rain.

Wind blowing in squalls from SW.

U.S.S. "Ranger" went out with the "Glory of the Seas" in tow.

Went to quarters at 5.00pm.

Barometer 29.62 to 29.70.


8pm to midnight:

Weather clearing.

Wind in fresh squalls from SW to NW.


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24 August 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.90, Long -166.52


Midnight to 4am:

Squally first hour, afterwards moderating.

Light airs and breeze from SW and SSW, with occasional calms.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SSW and SW.

Barometer 29.73 to 29.74.

At 7.25am hoisted time and dress signal geographic 6100.

Received in Equipment Department: 810 pounds coal for steam launch.


8am to meridian:

Weather clear and fine.

Light wind from South to SSW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Second, Navigator's and Third Divisions engaged firing at target on shore.

The Captain assigned the following punishments: W. Deaver, Private Marine, M.H. Harris, Carpenter and Calker, J.V. Kane, Second-class Fireman, and J.H. Halligan, First-class Fireman, fighting; monthly money stopped for two months each; W. Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman, neglect of duty, monthly money stopped for 1 month.


Meridian to 4pm:

Weather clear and fine.

Light wind from SW.

At 1.00pm loosed sails and aired bedding.

Third, Navigator's and Powder Divisions engaged firing at target on shore.

Second Division firing from the ship with pistol at 30 yards and rifle at 300 yards.

Sent mail home via S.S. "Danube".

At 3.30pm made out U.S.S. "Adams" coming in, she anchored in this harbor to the Northward of this ship at 3.45pm.

At 3.30pm U.S.S. "Adams" made signal interrogatory 1211.

Answered and made 904.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Airs from NNE to SE.

At 7.55pm "Danube" went out, but anchored off Summer Bay.

The Captain of U.S.S. "Adams" paid an official visit to the ship.

Made preparations for coaling.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Light airs and breeze from SSE to SW.


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25 August 1892

At anchor, and moored to wharf, Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.879, Long -166.542


Midnight to 4am:

Clear with bright starlight first hour, afterwards cloudy.

Light breeze from SW to airs from WSW and SW.

At 12.00am started fires in starboard after boilers.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with light drizzling rain last hour.

Airs from WSW.

At 5.00am S.S. "Danube" got under way from Summer Bay and went out.

At 5.55am U.S.S. "Mohican" made signal interrogatory 4890.

Answered and made 904.

At 7.25am made signal geographic 6167.

At 6.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" hauled out from coal dock and laid in harbor until 7.15am, when she put to sea.

At 6.00am called all hands up anchor.

Hove up port anchor and went alongside coal dock.

Allowed fires to die out under one boiler.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and drizzling.

Light airs from SW to ENE.

Coaling ship, received about 50 tons.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cool.

Light airs from NE and North.

Coaling ship, received about 40 tons.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and squally.

Breeze light to fresh from NNW.

H.M.S. "Daphne" came in and anchored off Iliuliuk and was boarded by an officer from this ship.

The American schooner "Venture" came in and anchored and was boarded by an officer from U.S.S. "Adams".

The Medical Officers from this ship and U.S.S. "Adams" went on board and gave medical aid to a wounded man.

Received 128 tons 8 pounds of coal during day.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy and raining.

Light to moderate NNW breeze, at times in light squalls.

Barometer slowly falling 29.38 to 29.35 inches.


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26 August 1892

Moored to wharf, Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.879, Long -166.542


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, squally and raining.

Gentle to fresh breeze from NW and West.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, rainy and squally.

Breeze gentle to fresh from West.

At 7.30am made dress signal 6167 to U.S.S. "Adams".


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy with light rain, increasing last hour.

Light airs and breeze from WSW to WNW.

Barometer oscillating.

Coaling from 8.00am to 11.00am, received about 30 tons.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cloudy, squally and rainy.

Light to fresh breeze in moderate squalls from WNW.

Barometer rising 29.31 to 29.40 inches.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy, rainy and squally.

Gentle breeze to moderate gale in heavy squalls from WNW to West by North.

Got out additional fasts to wharf.

At 5.00pm U.S.S. "Adams" made [signal] interrogatory 2259, which answered and made 904.

U.S.S. "Adams" shifted berth about ¼ mile to Southward.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy, squally and raining.

Gentle to very fresh breeze blowing in squalls from West and West by South, squalls not so heavy during latter as during first part.

Barometer rising rapidly.


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27 August 1892

Moored to wharf, Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.879, Long -166.542


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with rain.

Wind blowing in squalls from West.

Barometer 29.72 to 29.83.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty, last hour squally.

Airs to moderate breeze from West to NW by West.

At 7.00am began coaling, and at 8.00am had taken in about 16 tons.

H.M.S. "Melpomene" passed out at 7.00am.

At 7.30am made dress signal 6167, U.S.S. "Adams" answered.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy to fair, pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from WNW, West and South.

Barometer rising.

Coaling ship.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: C.F. Face, Apothecary, leaving ship without permission of the Officer of the Deck, monthly money stopped for one month; J. Noonan, Private Marine, pants rolled up at colors, monthly money stopped for one month.

At 10.40am U.S.S. "Adams" made [signal] interrogatory 5455.

Answered and made 904.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from Northward and Eastward, from Southward Northward Eastward, and from Southward and Westward.

Coaling ship.

Barometer rising.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair first part, clouding last.

Light airs and breezes from SSW.

Coaling ship until 6.00pm.

Took on board 135 tons and 1484 pounds of coal during the day.

U.S.S. "Adams" made [signal] interrogatory 6107 at 5.30pm.

Answered and made 904.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light SSW airs and calm.

Barometer 30.33 to 30.35.


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28 August 1892

Moored to wharf, Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.879, Long -166.542


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast.

SW airs.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, misty and pleasant.

Light airs from SSW first hour, calm remainder of watch.

At 7.30am made time and uniform signal.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Light airs from Northward and Eastward.

Barometer 30.40.

Went to quarters at 9.30am and Commanding Officer inspected crew.

Made uniform signal to U.S.S. "Adams", 6117.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Calm and light NNE breeze.

Barometer 30.40 to 30.38.

Sent a baseball party on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light airs from NNE and West.

Baseball party and fishing party returned on board.

Barometer 30.37 to 30.35.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Calm.


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29 August 1892

Moored to wharf, Dutch Harbor, at sea, and at anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.879, Long -166.542


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and pleasant.

Calm first half, afterwards light airs from South.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Light Southerly breeze.

Barometer 30.26 to 30.23.

Commenced coaling at 7.00am.

Schooner "Venture" went to sea at 6.30am.

At 7.25am hoisted time and dress signal geographic 6167.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Wind from SE in puffs.

Finished coaling ship.

Received on board in Equipment Department 340 tons 1371 pounds coal from North American Commercial Company.

At 9.15am H.B.M.S. "Daphne" appeared, standing out from inner harbor.

Hoisted international signal F.C.S.W., and gave three cheers for the homeward bound pennant.

H.M.S. "Daphne" stood into this harbor and returned the cheers, and made international signals R.S.J., B.R.D., N.G.P. and D.J.C.M.

H.M.S. "Daphne" passed around U.S.S. "Adams" exchanging cheers, U.S.S. "Adams" making international signals B.R.D. and B.L.R., H.M.S. "Daphne" replying R.S.J.

At 10.00am lighted fires under D boiler, and at 11.00am under A and B boilers.

The Captain assigned the following punishment: M. Sweeney, Private Marine, not returning to ship until 8.00pm, not to leave the ship in any party.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Wind in fresh puffs from SE.

Cleaned ship and made preparations for sea.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy weather.

Wind in fresh squalls from SSE.

At 4.20pm cast off from the dock, hoisted boats and stood out of Dutch Harbor at 4.55pm.

Passed the steamer "Alice Blanchard" standing in.

At 5.10pm made out a steamer to the Northward and Eastward, which proved to be the North American Commercial Company's steamer "Bertha".

At 5.55pm called all hands bring ship to anchor.

Ship's draft 13 feet 10 inches forward and 16 feet 3 inches aft.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and pleasant.

Gentle to fresh breeze from SSE.

At 6.10pm came to anchor in Dutch Harbor in 17½ fathoms and veered to 60 fathoms port chain.

Bearings at anchor (true): Rocky Point South, pinnacle on South side of Summer Bay [Second Priest Rock] S84°E.

American steamer "Bertha" came in to Dutch Harbor with mail from United States.

Banked fires.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with light to moderate breeze in light squalls from SSE.

Light rain last two hours in passing showers.


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30 August 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalashka, and at sea

Lat 54.03, Long -166.62 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and squally, with light passing showers.

Fresh squalls from SE, moderating last hour.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SE.

At 7.30am made dress signal 6167 to U.S.S. "Adams".


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with gentle SE breeze.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, drilled divisions.

Alaska Commercial Company's steamer "Dora" came in.

At 10.50am hove up and stood out of Dutch Harbor, draft forward 13 feet 9 inches, aft 16 feet 3 inches, and at 11.33am put over patent log reading 84.2, and at 12.00pm took departure, Kalekhta Head S82°E and Ulakhta Head S32°E, both true.

Passed schooner "Hunter", San Francisco, bound in.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 91.1, vacuum 27 inches.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 374 pounds fresh meat; and 859 pounds fresh vegetables.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with light airs from SE first hour, overcast, with light airs to moderate breeze from Southward and Westward, last three hours.

Becoming foggy latter part.

At 12.11pm changed course to WNW (per compass), patent log reading 90.5, at 12.30pm changed course to WSW (per compass), patent log reading 93.5.

At end of watch on course WSW (per compass), with all land shut out by the fog.

Sighted numerous whales during the watch.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 89.3, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, foggy and rainy.

Moderate breeze from WSW and NNW.

Steering WSW until 4.30pm, when changed to NW (per compass), patent log [reading] 30.2.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 89.3, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clearing weather, drizzling rain first hour.

Sunset clear.

Wind moderate from NW.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 90.1, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast first hour, afterwards clearing.

Moderate to gentle breeze from West.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 90.2, vacuum 27 inches.


Kalekhta Head is also known as Cape Kalekta.

Ulakhta Head is also known as Ulakta Head.


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31 August 1892

At sea, cruising

Lat 55.36, Long -169.97 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, with bright starlight.

Moderate West breeze.

Steering S½W per bridge compass.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 90.1, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from SW.

Long swell from West.

Ship rolling ten degrees each way.

At 7.00am sighted a high mountain peak on port bow.

Steaming S¼W (per compass).

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 89.4, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Moderate SW breeze shifting to South last hour.

Barometer 30.20 to 30.23.

Steering S½W.

At 8.45am made land one point on port bow.

At 9.30am exercised at fire quarters, times ready: 1st Division 0 minutes 49 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 39 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 22 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 17 seconds; Powder Division 0 minutes 48 seconds; Engineer's Division 0 minutes 52 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 19 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: starboard engine room 0 minutes 15 seconds; port engine room 0 minutes 17 seconds; berth deck 0 minutes 22 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 2 minutes 2 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 28 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 18 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 13 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 31 seconds; Engineer's Division 0 minutes 37 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 24 seconds.

Tested flood cocks.

At 12.00pm changed course to WNW, Vsevidof volcano bore S19°E, West Island of Four Mountains [Amukta Island] S15°W, both true.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 90.1, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Fresh SW breeze.

Lost sight of land at 2.30pm.

Plugged a leaky tube in B boiler.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 90.8, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and squally, raining last hour.

Breeze fresh to very fresh from SSW.

Ship pitching considerably, extreme pitch 5° each side of horizontal.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 83.3, vacuum 27.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy, squally and raining.

Broken sea.

Steering WNW per bridge compass.

At 7.55pm slowed to 50 turns.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 90.4, vacuum 27.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy to overcast first part, clear last part.

Stiff to very fresh breeze from SW first hour, moderating and falling to gentle breeze from WSW by end of watch.

Sea moderating.

Barometer rising.

Steaming WNW (per compass).

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 51.1, vacuum 27.5 inches.



LOGS FOR SEPTEMBER 1892


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1 September 1892

At sea, cruising

Lat 52.76, Long -172.83


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather.

Gentle WSW breeze.

Barometer 30.14 to 30.15.

Steering South by West (per compass).

Making 50 revolutions until 2.00am, when increased to 70.

Running without running lights.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 60.8, vacuum 28 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, raining last two hours.

Moderate breeze from WSW.

At 6.00am went ahead 90 turns on both engines.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 79.8, vacuum 27.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cool, raining lightly until last hour.

Breeze moderate to gentle from SW and SSW.

At 12.00pm changed course to WNW, North entrance of Atka Island bore S68°W (true) and highest peak of Siguam Island S22°E (true).

Steam 106 pounds: revolutions 89.7, vacuum 28 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with light to gentle breezes from SSW to SW.

Steering WNW per bridge compass.

Islands in sight on port hand.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 89.8, vacuum 28 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from SW.

At 5.00pm mustered crew at quarters.

Steaming WNW (per compass).

At end of watch high islands 2 points abaft port beam.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 90.2, vacuum 28 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light to gentle SSW breeze.

Barometer 30.10 to 30.06.

Steering WNW (per compass).

Saw one seal playing.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 90.1, vacuum 28 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with light driving mist.

Wind from South by West, freshening steadily and blowing a moderate gale at midnight.

Barometer falling.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 90.5, vacuum 28 inches.


Siguam Island is also known as Seguam Island.


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2 September 1892

At sea, cruising

Lat 53.70, Long -176.11


Midnight to 4am:

Strong gale from SSW.

Ship pitching easily about 5° each side of horizontal and rolling gently.

Barometer steady latter half.

At 12.30am changed course to SW, log reading 1.9, and slowed engines to 50 revolutions.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 57.5, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, with rain first hour, clear afterwards.

Moderate SSW gale.

Steering per bridge compass SW.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 50.6, vacuum 28 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and foggy.

Strong gale from SW by South.

Heavy sea from Southward and Westward.

Ship pitching easily, greatest pitch 7½°.

Heading SW (per compass).

Barometer steady.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 50.7, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and foggy.

Strong gale from SSW, shifting to South by West last hour.

Heavy sea.

Ship pitching easily.

Barometer 29.89 to 29.87.

Steering SW (per compass).

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 49.9, vacuum 28.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast by fog, which hung high.

Wind blowing a moderate gale from South by West.

Sea moderating.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 50.2, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and drizzling, light fog.

Very fresh breeze from South by West.

Ship pitching easily, about 4° each side of horizontal.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 49.6, vacuum 28 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy and rainy.

Fresh to moderate South by West and SW breezes.

At 8.00pm changed course to North per bridge compass and increased speed to 70 turns.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 70, vacuum 27.5 inches.


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3 September 1892

At sea, cruising

Lat 55.33, Long -175.55


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and raining until latter part of second hour, cloudy to overcast remainder of watch until last half hour, when clearing.

Stiff breeze from SW and WSW first two hours, moderate breeze to moderate gale in squalls from WSW during last two hours.

Barometer falling first part.

Ship rolling easily to moderate sea from Southward and Westward.

Steering North (per compass).

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 70, vacuum 28 inches.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Moderate to fresh WSW breeze.

Barometer 29.67 to 29.66.

Sea heavy.

Ship rolling easily.

Steering North (per compass).

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 69.8, vacuum 28 inches.


8am to meridian:

Blowing a fresh SW gale, with heavy sea.

Generally fair, with bright sunlight, one light rain squall and sun obscured for short periods by flying clouds.

Ship running with wind on quarter, making 70 turns, and making excellent weather of it.

At 10.08am changed course to North by East, and at 11.15am wore around and brought wind on starboard quarter, ship heading E¼N.

At 9.40am set fore trysail, and at 11.10am took it in.

A large number of birds in sight last part of watch.

Passed what appeared to be the carcass of a whale.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 70.3, vacuum 28 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cool.

Moderate gale from SW, gradually decreasing to very fresh breeze.

Ship rolling and pitching easily.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 59.9, vacuum 28 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, with very fresh breeze from SW.

Steering per bridge compass E¼N.

Following sea.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 70.2, vacuum 28 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy and misty.

Stiff to fresh breeze from SW by South.

Ship rolling easily to a moderate sea from SW.

Steering E¼N (per compass).

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 69.9, vacuum 27.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather and bright moonlight between 10.00pm and 11.00pm, moon obscured by clouds remainder of watch.

Fresh WSW breeze, shifting to West last half.

Barometer 29.95 to 29.81.

Wind and sea moderating.

Steering E¼N (per compass), running without running lights.

Light drizzle of rain last hour.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 70.2, vacuum 28 inches.


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4 September 1892

At sea, cruising

Lat 54.64, Long -170.41


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather, starlight first half of watch, then cloudy.

Wind shifted into NW a strong breeze.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 69.9, vacuum 28 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cool.

Stiff breeze from WNW and NW.

Barometer rising and sea decreasing.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 70.7, vacuum 27.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fair, with moderate to fresh NW breeze.

Moderate long following sea and swell.

Barometer rising 29.91 to 29.99 inches.

Steering E¼N per bridge compass until 11.50am, when went ENE to intercept schooner bearing NE (per compass).

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 69.9, vacuum 28 inches.

By order of Commanding Officer D. Donovan. Chief Boatswain's Mate, was suspended from duty until further orders, for disobedience of orders.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Stiff breeze from NW.

Moderate following sea.

Steering ENE (per compass) until 12.25pm, when hauled in patent log reading 51.7.

Spoke British schooner "Henrietta" of Victoria, British Columbia.

Attempted to give her a line, but her Master would not take it as his vessel would not stand being towed.

Sent Lieutenant T.E.D.W. Veeder, U.S. Navy, in charge of a party of six men, consisting of A. Nickerson, Quartermaster, B. Nugent, Gunner's Mate, A. McNicholl, Captain of Tops, G. Geihl, Seaman, J. Sullivan, Seaman, and C. Griffin, Seaman, armed with revolvers and provided with revolver ammunition, to take charge of the schooner and sail her into Unalaska.

Received on board from the schooner "Henrietta" the following men: Julian Thorsen (Mate), W. Ebeneizer, Henry Jacobson, George V. Malenly, C. Doring and J.C. West.

At 1.45pm put the ship on her course E¼N (per compass) and put over the patent log reading 51.7.

At end of watch the schooner "Henrietta" was one point abaft the port beam, distant about one mile.

Received from the Navy Department the Continuous Service Certificate number 10005 of W. Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman.

Transferred from the schooner "Henrietta": 9 double-barreled shotguns; 2 single-barreled shot guns; and 3 rifles.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 60, vacuum 28 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Stiff to moderate NW breeze.

Convoying schooner "Henrietta".

At end of watch schooner on port quarter.

Steering E¼N (per compass).

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 56.1, vacuum 29 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from NW.

Running at half speed, convoying schooner "Henrietta".

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 47.9, vacuum 27.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fair, with bright moonlight.

Gentle to light NW breeze.

Steering per bridge compass E¼N, regulating speed to keep schooner "Henrietta" on port quarter.

At end of watch she bore about NW by North (per compass), distant one mile.

Dew.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 43.5, vacuum 28.5 inches.


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5 September 1892

At sea, and at anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 54.16, Long -167.13


Midnight to 4am:

Fair and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NW to NNW.

Bright moonlight until 3.00am, moon set at 3.00am.

Ship rolling easily to a moderate following sea.

Steering E¼N (per compass), keeping company with the schooner "Henrietta".

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 42.3, vacuum 28 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle NW breeze.

Barometer 29.98 to 29.97.

Convoying schooner "Henrietta" and regulating speed to keep company with her.

At 4.40am sighted Bogosloff Island one point forward starboard beam, and at 6.30am high land 2 points on starboard bow.

At 7.15am changed course to East.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 39.9, vacuum 28.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fair and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from NW.

At 9.00am took schooner "Henrietta" in tow.

At 9.30am inspected at quarter and exercised divisions at routine drills.

At 9.50am sighted Cape Cheerful bearing E½S (per compass).

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 61.9, vacuum 28 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Light SW breeze and airs to gentle breeze from West.

Steering East per bridge compass first two hours, various courses thereafter to make entrance to Unalaska harbor.

At end of watch abreast Ulakhta Head.

U.S.S. "Adams" in Dutch harbor, hoisted Senior Officer's pennant, which U.S.S. "Adams" acknowledged by her distinguishing pennant.

Towing the "Henrietta".

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 65, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs to gentle breezes from NNW.

At 4.00pm called all hands bring ship to an anchor.

At 4.20pm came to with the port anchor in Dutch Harbor in 16 fathoms water, soft bottom, and veered to 60 fathoms on port chain.

Bearings at anchorage: pinnacle South side of Summer Bay [Second Priest Rock] N75°E (true), Rocky Point S1°E (true).

Draft of ship 12 feet 3 inches forward, and 16 feet 3 inches aft.

The schooner "Henrietta" cast off at 4.18pm and came to anchor between this ship and the coal wharf.

Lieutenant Veeder and party returned from the "Henrietta" with their equipment.

The Commanding Officers of U.S.S. "Adams" and U.S.R.C. "Corwin" came on board officially.

Hoisted out the steam launch.

U.S.R.C. "Corwin" came out of the inner harbor and anchored in Dutch Harbor.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.R.C. "Rush" came on board officially.

Allowed fires to die out under all except one boiler.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Light airs from NNW, shifting to the Southward.

Barometer 29.82 to 29.76.


Bogosloff Island is also known as Bogoslof Island and Bogoslov Island.

Ulakhta Head is also known as Ulakta Head.


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6 September 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.892, Long -166.528


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight and starlight.

Gentle breeze to light airs from SSE to SW by West.


4am to 8am:

Fair to clear, pleasant.

Light airs from WSW.

U.S.S. "Adams" left the coal wharf and anchored inshore of this ship.

U.S.R.C. "Corwin" went alongside the coal wharf.

At 6.40am U.S.S. "Adams" made [signal] interrogatory 4890.

Answered and made 904.

At 7.30am made time and uniform signal.


8am to meridian:

Fair and pleasant.

Calm and light SE airs.

Barometer 29.58 to 29.51.

Cleaning paintwork outside and inside.

Commanding Officers of U.S.S. "Adams" and U.S.R.C. "Corwin" came on board.

By order of Commanding Officer D. Donovan, Chief Boatswain's Mate, was restored to duty.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant.

Gentle breeze from Southward and Eastward.

Barometer 29.50 to 29.45.

Transferred to U.S.S. "Adams", with bags, hammocks and necessary transfer papers: W. Cuff, Landsman, W.W. Hennessy, Coal Heaver, and James Deaver, Private Marine.

At 1.00pm U.S.S. "Adams" made general signal interrogatory 2255, answered and made 904.

Received in Engineer's Department: 50 gallons eucalyptus.

Received on board from the British schooner "Oscar and Hattie" Ensign J.D. McDonald, U.S. Navy, and the following named men: Martin Norvik, Seaman, Krestian Clausen, Ordinary Seaman, Joseph McCarthy, Landsman, James Mulhern, Ordinary Seaman, Charles McCluskey, Seaman, and Charles J. Stratton, Master-at-Arms.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast.

Wind from NNE, blowing in puffs.

Barometer 29.45 to 29.41.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and squally, with drizzling rain.

Wind gentle to moderate from ENE first half, increasing latter half to very fresh in squalls, varying in direction from NE to ESE.

Barometer falling.


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7 September 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.892, Long -166.528


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy, squally and raining.

Stiff to very fresh breeze in occasional heavy gusts from East to NE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, squally and rainy.

Stiff to very fresh breeze from ENE.

Barometer 29.25 to 29.18.


8am to meridian:

Moderate gale from NNE.

Barometer falling.

Raining.

American bark "Rufus E. Wood" ["Rufus S. Wood" in log-book] came in and anchored in Dutch Harbor, and was boarded by boat from U.S.R.C. "Corwin".


Meridian to 4pm:

Moderate gale from NNE to NNW, with rain.

Barometer falling.


4pm to 8pm:

Moderate gale from NNW, with rain.

Barometer steady last three hours.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, with light rain.

First hour moderate squalls from NNW, wind then backing to WNW and falling light.


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8 September 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.892, Long -166.528


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and foggy, with light drizzle last three hours.

Light airs to gentle breezes from NW to West.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty, drizzling first half.

Light airs from West and WSW.

The steamer "St. Paul" left the harbor, and the Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Rush" came out from inner harbor and went along side of coal dock in Dutch Harbor.

Transferred to Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Corwin", for transportation to Sitka, the 6 men and 14 guns which had been received on board this ship from the schooner "Henrietta".

At 7.30am made dress signal 6167 to U.S.S. "Adams".


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with light sprinkles of rain from time to time.

Light airs backing from WSW to SSW, in light puffs last hour.

T. Carlson, Seaman, reported expiration of his term of enlistment.

At 9.30am inspected divisions at quarters, overhauled battery, drilled Marine Guard.

Alaska Commercial Company's steamer "St. Paul" came in.

Captains of U.S.S. "Adams", U.S.R.C. "Corwin" and U.S.R.C. "Rush" visited ship officially.

Barometer rising 29.00 to 29.06 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy to overcast, light rain first half.

Light to moderate breeze in light squalls from SSW.

By order of Commanding Officer threw overboard: one 2-pound can of roast beef, marked Libby, McNeil & Libby, Chicago, packed May 1891, the same having been condemned by the quarterly board of survey.

Sent seining and gunning parties on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy and squally, with moderate to fresh breeze in moderate squalls from SW and SSW.

Seining and gunning parties returned on board.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy to fair.

Light breeze from Southward and Westward.

Moonlight.

At 8.50pm U.S.S. "Mohican" came in and anchored.

U.S.S. "Mohican" made her number and [signal] interrogatory 1211.

Answered and made 904.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Mohican" came on board.

Ensign J.D. McDonald, U.S. Navy, returned on board U.S.S. "Mohican".


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9 September 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.892, Long -166.528


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light winds from SSW and South.

Barometer 29.22.

Light passing showers.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Calms and light wind from SSW and South.

At 4.15am U.S.R.C. "Corwin" took schooner "Henrietta" in tow and went to sea.

At 5.00am the steamer "St. Paul" stood out of harbor.

At 7.10am U.S.S. "Adams" made [signal] interrogatory 4890, answered and made 904.

U.S.S. "Adams" got under way and went to sea.

At 7.30am made dress signal geographic 6167, U.S.S. "Mohican" answered, and then made interrogatory 5455, we answered and made 904.

U.S.S. "Mohican" loosed sail.

U.S.R.C. "Rush" left wharf and anchored in harbor.

At 4.00am started fires in boiler C, letting fires die out in A.


8am to meridian:

Light airs and breezes from Southward and Eastward.

Cloudy and pleasant, light passing showers last hour.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters for inspection.

Sent the Marines and part of the Third Division ashore for rifle target practice.

Loosed sail at 8.15am, and furled it at 11.45am.

At 10.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made [signal] numeral 3.

At 11.15am U.S.S. "Mohican" made [signal] interrogatory 4826, answered and made 904.

The six men of Ensign McDonald's party, who came on board from the schooner "Oscar and Hattie", were transferred to U.S.S. "Mohican" with the necessary papers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant, light passing showers first hour.

Light airs and breezes from Southward and Eastward first part and from Northward and Eastward latter part.

Sent Marines and 3rd Division ashore for rifle target practice.

Powder divisions engaged in rifle prize firing from ship.

U.S.R.C. "Rush" went to sea.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs from Northward and Eastward.

The Powder Division completed its prize firing.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Calm and light airs from East.

Barometer 29.32 to 29.30.


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10 September 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.892, Long -166.528


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with light airs from SSW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Calm.

At day light sighted a schooner in the offing.

Sent an officer to board her, and she proved to be the "Everett Hays" of Unalaska.

At 7.00am made time and uniform signal.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Light to moderate breeze from SSW and WNW.

Light drizzle of rain last half.

Barometer 29.38 to 29.46.

B. Olsen reported his term of enlistment as having expired.

Sent a seining party, a berry picking party and a hunting party on shore.

Sent Marine Guard on shore for target firing.

At 10.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made signal numeral 3.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle West by North breeze to light airs from WSW.

Sent Marines on shore for small arm target firing.

Barometer 29.46 to 29.56.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light winds from Southward and Westward.

Barometer 29.56 to 29.64.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with light drizzling rain.

Wind light from SSW to West.


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11 September 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.892, Long -166.528


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze blowing in puffs from SSW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light SSW breeze.

Barometer 29.75.

At 7.25am made time and dress signal geographic 4111.

At 6.45am The Alaska Commercial Company's schooner "Matthew Turner" stood out to sea.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, with occasional passing drizzle last half of watch.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, the Captain inspecting the ship and crew.

At 9.55am made signal to U.S.S. "Mohican", geographic 6117.

At 10.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made [signal] numeral 3.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, with occasional light drizzle.

Wind in puffs from SE.

A large party of men ashore for baseball, birds and berries.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with occasional light drizzle.

Parties on shore returned on time, except F. Kirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, who returned on board 1½ hours over time.

At 5.30pm U.S.S. "Mohican" made [signal] interrogatory 1095.

Answered and made 904.

A. Joseph, Coal Heaver, returned with baseball party from shore drunk and was placed in the cell on bread and water by order of the Captain.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with occasional light drizzling rain.

Light airs from SE and SW first half, afterwards calm.


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12 September 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.892, Long -166.528


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with rain first hour, dim moonlight.

Light NE breeze to airs from NW and calms.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Calm.

Put out target for great gun target practice.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and pleasant.

Calm first half, afterwards light airs from NNE and NE.

At 9.30am went to general quarters and fired at target anchored off starboard beam.

Fired 6 shots with each starboard 6-inch gun and 30 shots with each starboard Hotchkiss 3-pounder gun, 13 from 6-pounder and 14 from 1-pounder, and 30 from 37 mm Hotchkiss recoil cannon.

The 15th shot 6-inch gun carried away target, continued firing at the wreck.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 18 6-inch common shell; 18 6-inch reduced charges; 18 6-inch primers; 13 Hotchkiss 6-pounder shell; 30 Hotchkiss 3-pounder shell; and 15 Hotchkiss 1-pounder shell.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were inflicted: E.L. Byxbee, Landsman, clothing habitually dirty at inspection, 3 days' extra duty; A. Joseph, Coal Heaver, returning drunk from baseball party, monthly money stopped for 3 months; E.L. Byxbee, Landsman, neglecting to clean his bright work, 3 days' extra duty.

Starboard 6-pounder Hotchkiss gun failed to return to battery.

Found on examination that slide was spread and gun mount generally disabled.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and misty, passing shower first hour.

Light airs from NE first three hours, afterwards calm.

Fired five experimental shots from starboard 6-inch forward gun using telescopic sight.

Carried away target at fourth shot.

Expended five 6-inch common shell and five reduced charges.

Lost overboard one sextant.


4pm to 8pm:

Light airs from NE, with occasional calms.

At 5.00pm U.S.S. "Mohican" made [signal] interrogatory 2792, answered and made 904.

U.S.S. "Mohican" left dock and anchored near this ship in Dutch Harbor.

At 7.25pm sounded call to quarters and exercised the riflemen, port Gatling and 1-pounder [guns], in firing at will for 2 minutes at a great gun target, 300 yards from ship, illuminated by search light.

Number of .45 caliber hits was 101 and of 1-pounder was 2.

Expended 1696 .45 caliber cartridges and 20 1-pounder cartridges.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy, misty and rainy.

First half airs to moderate breeze from West.

Third hour wind began to blow in stiff squalls, boxing the compass with the sun and blowing in strong squalls with force of a moderate gale, accompanied by driving mist and rain, heaviest squalls from West.

Same fourth hour, except near the end when squalls became more frequent from East.

Ship riding uneasily between SSW and SE, until last ten minutes when she went around to E and NNE.

Prevailing winds during lulls about South, force of 3.

Barometer low and nearly steady at 29.56 to 29.57 inches.


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13 September 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.892, Long -166.528


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and raining.

Wind blowing from all points of the compass and in violent squalls during first part, squalls moderating and coming from NW to SW last part.

Barometer rising.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and squally, with occasional light passing showers.

Breeze usually gentle in force, but rising at times to force of strong gale in squalls of short duration and varying in direction from NW to SW.

Barometer rising.

Weather becoming more settled towards close of watch.

At 7.30am made dress [signal] 6167 to U.S.S. "Mohican".


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and rainy.

Airs to fresh breeze in gusts from WNW.

H.M.S. "Melpomene" came in and went into Iliuliuk harbor.

Sent a boarding officer with offer of usual civilities.

The Captain visited H.M.S. "Melpomene" officially.

Boarded Alaska Commercial Company's steamer "Bertha" and steam whaler "Mary D. Hume", which came into Dutch harbor.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 337 pounds fresh beef; 825 pounds fresh vegetables.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and squally, with light WNW to WSW breeze.

Sent berrying and fishing parties on shore.

U.S.S. "Adams" came in and we exchanged distinguishing pennants.

Sent a boarding officer with tender of usual civilities.

Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Adams" paid an official visit on board.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and misty, passing showers last three hours.

Light breeze from West and NW.

At 5.45pm U.S.S. "Mohican" made [signal] interrogatory 5040 and U.S.S. "Adams" interrogatory 6143, answered both 904.

Berrying and fishing parties returned on board.

Received in Paymaster's Department from U.S.S. "Mohican": 2100 pounds biscuit; 678 pounds sugar; 144 pounds butter.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool, light passing showers first and last hours.

Light airs and breezes from NW and West.


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14 September 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.892, Long -166.528


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with airs from WNW to SSW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light Westerly airs.

Barometer 29.86 to 29.84.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Calm first part, light airs and breezes from NE latter part.

Remounted the starboard 6-pounder rapid firing gun.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters for inspection and exercised at divisional drill.

The following signals were made during the watch: U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Mohican" 5763 at 10.00am; U.S.S. "Mohican" to U.S.S. "Yorktown" numeral 6 at 10.05am; U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Adams" 1087 at 10.55am; U.S.S. "Adams" to U.S.S. "Yorktown" interrogatory 5455 at 11.00am; U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Adams" 904 at 11.05am.

The Commanding Officer of H.M.S. "Melpomene" came on board.

Received on board in the Paymaster's Department from U.S.S. "Ranger": 600 pounds of flour.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from ENE.

Engaged in scraping rust spots from the turtle backs and inside paintwork.

Loosed sail at 1.00pm, and furled it at 4.00pm.

The whaler "Mary D. Hume" towed the schooner "Oscar and Hattie" into the inner harbor.

The following signals were made during the watch: at 1.00pm U.S.S. "Yorktown" to fleet, telegraphic 6307, 4204, geographic 10467, 2012, 1884, 0570, 496, 6180, 8288, 9409, 9319, 0570, 1339, 6 numeral, 9411, 0935, 1267 and 4301; at 2.00pm U.S.S. "Mohican" to U.S.S. "Yorktown" interrogatory 4826, answered and made 904; at 3.15pm U.S.S. "Mohican" to U.S.S. "Yorktown" interrogatory 3918, answered and made 904.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from NE, SE and SSW.

Hoisted sailing launch.

Sent the mail on board H.M.S. "Melpomene".

The following signals were made during the watch: U.S.S. "Adams" to U.S.S. "Yorktown" interrogatory 2984 at 4.30pm, answered and made 904; U.S.S. "Adams" to U.S.S. "Yorktown" interrogatory 5040 at 5.40pm, answered and made 904.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather.

Light SE breeze.

Barometer 29.76 to 29.69.


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15 September 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.892, Long -166.528


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with light drizzling rain at times last half of watch.

Light wind from South.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, misty with light passing showers last three hours.

Light airs and breezes from Southward and Eastward.

At 4.00am started fires in the two starboard boilers.

At 6.50am H.M.S. "Melpomene" left the harbor with the schooner "Oscar and Hattie" in tow.

This ship, followed by U.S.S. "Mohican" and U.S.S. "Adams", gave three cheers as H.M.S. "Melpomene" passed.

Hoisted colors and made [signal] international F.C.S.W., H.M.S. "Melpomene" made R.S.J.

Made preparations for sea.

Hoisted steam launch.

At 7.30am made time and uniform signal.

At 7.35am banked fires.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, with passing showers.

Wind from SE gradually shifting to Southward and Westward, blowing in squalls.

Barometer 29.41 to 29.35.

Let fires die out in two boilers.

A Medical Board, of which Surgeon M.H. Simons was Senior Officer, convened on board this vessel for the examination (physical) of J.J. Holden, Oiler.

A board, of which Commander Thomas Nelson, U.S. Navy, was senior member, also met on board for the mental examination of the same man to determine his fitness for the position of Acting Gunner.

By order of the Commanding Officer S.L. Lomax, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, was rated a Seaman Apprentice First-class from September 1st.

Surgeon G.E.H. Harmon left the ship on duty on Medical Board of Survey on board U.S.S. "Adams".


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather.

Fresh SSW breeze, moderating in force latter half.

Barometer 29.30 to 29.28.

Surgeon Harmon returned on board.

The schooner "Olga" of Marzovia went to sea, and the mail steamer "Elsie" came in going into the inner harbor.

Sent an officer to board the "Elsie".

The examining board, of which Commander Nelson was senior member, reconvened on board.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light SSW breeze.

Barometer 29.28 to 29.27.

The "Elsie" came into Dutch Harbor and made fast alongside the "Bertha".

Went to quarters at five and had setting up drill.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, starlight.

Light wind from SSW.


Marzovia is also known as Marzhovia and Morzhovoi.


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16 September 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.892, Long -166.528


Midnight to 4am:

Fair and pleasant.

Occasional very fresh squalls, but breeze usually light to moderate from SW and SSW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant, light to moderate breeze from SSW and SW.

Barometer 29.23 to 29.28.

At 7.25am made dress and time signal geographic 6167.

At 7.40am the steam whaler "Hume" came out of inner harbor and stood to sea.

Hoisted colors and answered the dip of the steamer.

Light sprinkle of rain last hour.

Hoisted out steam launch.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy weather, with wind in fresh puffs from SSW, accompanied by light spits of rain.

At 9.30am went to fire quarters, times ready: 1st Division 2 minutes 9 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 5 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 57 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes 19 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 33 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 12 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: starboard engine room 0 minutes 15 seconds; port engine room 0 minutes 17 seconds; berth deck 0 minutes 28 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 2 minutes 4 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 12 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 29 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 23 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 17 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 12 seconds.

The Board of Examination had a session.

Engaged breaking out and putting store rooms in order.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy weather, with moderate wind from SSW.

The Board of Examination concluded the case of J.J. Holden, Oiler, and adjourned.

Engaged putting magazines and store rooms in order.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast.

Wind squally, heavy squall accompanied by rain last hour.

Barometer rising.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, squally and raining.

Breeze usually moderate from WNW and West, but occasionally rising in squalls to force of moderate gale.

Barometer rising.


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17 September 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska, and at sea

Lat 54.10, Long -166.83


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and squally, with passing showers.

Light to stiff breeze in moderate squalls from WNW.

Barometer rising 29.74 to 29.86 inches.


4am to 8am:

Weather fresh and squally.

Wind from WNW to NW in fresh squalls, accompanied by spits of rain.

Snow fell on the mountains during the night.

Heavy breakers in Summer Bay.

At 7.30am made general signal 6167.

Made preparations for getting under way.

At 4.15am started fires under two more boilers.

A very low tide.


8am to meridian:

Overcast.

Breeze moderate to very fresh from NW and WNW.

At 9.15am got under way and stood out of Dutch Harbor.

At 9.42am put over patent log reading 85.5.

At 11.00am took departure, log reading 94.8, and set course WNW, Cape Kalekta [Cape Kalikta in log-book] bore S70°E, point on South side of Constantine Bay S40°E and the [Cape Cheerful] Cascade S6°W (all true).

Draft forward 12 feet, aft 16 feet 1 inch.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 83.5, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and squally.

Gentle to stiff breeze in moderate squalls from NW to West by North.

Barometer rising 30.12 to 30.22 inches.

Heavy head sea.

Steering WNW per bridge compass.

Land in sight to end of watch on port quarter.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 84.3, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, with light passing showers.

Moderate to stiff breeze from WNW.

Steaming WNW (per compass).

Moderate sea from NW.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 84.8, vacuum 27.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate to stiff WNW breeze, with passing showers of rain.

Steering WNW (per compass).

Moderate sea.

Ship pitching easily.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 83.4, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Wind from West by South to NW, backing to and for and blowing in fresh puffs.

Sea moderating.

A small web-footed bird blew on board.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 85.3, vacuum 27.5 inches.


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18 September 1892

At sea, cruising

Lat 56.12, Long -171.03


Midnight to 4am:

Generally overcast.

Moderate gale from WSW.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 85.1, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and squally.

Moderate to fresh breeze in gusts from WSW.

Steering WNW per bridge compass.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 85.2, vacuum 27.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from WSW.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters for inspection.

Barometer steady.

Steaming WNW (per compass).

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 85.7, vacuum 28 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate West breeze.

Barometer 30.45 to 30.46.

At 3.24pm sighted a schooner 3 points on starboard bow, remainder of watch steering various courses to overhaul her.

Steering WNW until 12.25pm, when changed to North by W¼W, patent log [reading] 98.4.

Steaming full speed.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 90.8, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from West.

At 4.45pm overhauled whaling schooner "Blakely" of San Francisco and spoke her.

At 4.55pm kept away on course North by W¼W at 90 turns on both engines.

At 4.12pm sighted Otter and St. Paul Islands.

At 4.45pm Otter Island bore N41°E (true).

At end of watch both islands in plain view.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 97.2, vacuum 27.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from West.

St. Paul Island in sight to Northward and Eastward until dark.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 89.5, vacuum 27.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, last two hours misty.

Moderate, increasing to very fresh breeze from WSW to SW.

Steering per bridge compass until 8.11pm North by W¼W, then West.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 90.3, vacuum 28 inches.


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19 September 1892

At sea, cruising

Lat 57.79, Long -173.59


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Very fresh breeze to moderate gale from SSW.

Moderate sea from Southward and Westward.

Barometer falling rapidly.

At 2.30am slowed down to ease her.

At 3.20am started fires in boiler C.

Steaming West (per compass).

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 82.1, vacuum 28 inches.


4am to 8am:

Blowing a hard gale of wind from SSW, accompanied by rain last two hours.

Barometer falling rapidly first half, then gradually and again falling rapidly last hour, ranging between 30.24 and 30.04 for the watch.

Overcast and cloudy.

At 5.40am headed her up to WSW and slowed to 55 turns.

Ship making good weather and taking but little water.

Steered West from 4.00am to 5.40am.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 60.8, vacuum 28 inches.


8am to meridian:

Weather fine and blowing a whole gale until the last hour, when wind became a moderate gale, the sky cleared and the weather became fine.

Sea heavy, but ship making excellent weather of it, with wind and sea on port bow and engines making 55 turns.

Barometer came to a stand still at 10.00am and commenced to rise at 11.00am.

Wind from SSW, veering to SW.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 54.8, vacuum 27.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Moderate gale from SW first half, decreasing to very fresh breeze latter half.

Sea moderating.

Barometer rising.

Ship riding nearly, head toward sea, pitching easily, engines making 55 turns.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 55, vacuum 28 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair, with stiff to fresh breezes from SSW and SW.

At 4.00pm changed course to NE per bridge compass.

Long following sea.

At 5.00pm had evening quarters.

Several birds about.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 68.3, vacuum 28 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from SW.

Steaming NE (per compass).

Moderate swell from SW.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 73.9, vacuum 28 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Stiff breeze from SSW.

Barometer 30.02 to 29.98.

Steering NE (per compass).

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 85.4, vacuum 27 inches.


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20 September 1892

At sea, cruising

Lat 57.63, Long -170.72


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast by clouds.

Wind from WSW in heavy puffs.

At 1.40am slowed engines to 70 turns.

At 3.48am changed course to SE¼E.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 75.4, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast first half, gradually clearing towards close of watch.

Very fresh breeze from WSW.

Ship rolling 24° occasionally.

Barometer steady.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 70.1, vacuum 27.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy, squally and misty.

Fresh to very fresh breeze from WSW and SSW.

At 9.00am set for trysail, fore staysail and spanker, increased speed gradually to 90 turns.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 80.1, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Stiff to fresh breezes from SSW and SW.

Moderate sea from SW.

At 12.30pm changed course to SSE½E (per compass), patent log reading 48.0.

At 2.17pm sighted NE point of St. Paul Island.

Took in all sail and changed course to SSW½W (per compass), patent log reading 65.5.

At end of watch steaming SSW½W (per compass), passing the Western end of St. Paul Island with High Bluffs bearing S50°E (true) and Otter Island S12°E (true).
On same bearing took a sounding in ten fathoms water.

Sighted five seals during last hour.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 90.2, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with drizzling rain.

Moderate SW breeze.

Barometer 29.82 to 29.80.

At 4.00pm changed course to South by W½W (per compass), patent log 80.6.

At 5.05pm changed course to SE by South (per compass), patent log 90.

At 4.12pm NW point of St. Paul Island bore N70°E, SW point of same S82°E and Otter Island S33°E, all true, patent log [reading] 83.7.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 95, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with an occasional passing drizzle of rain.

Light wind from SSW.

Saw several seals.

At sundown Otter Island bore about NNE.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 99.8, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with occasional drizzling rain.

Moderate breeze from SW.

At 8.15pm changed course to SE by East, log reading 23.6.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 100.4, vacuum 26 inches.


High Bluffs is also known as Emahnuhto Bluffs.


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21 September 1892

At sea, cruising, and at anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 54.47, Long -167.20


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, squally first half, passing shower third hour.

Moderate to stiff WSW breeze.

Steering per bridge compass SE by East.

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 98, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and threatening first part, pleasant last part.

Stiff to fresh breeze from WSW.

Steaming SE by East (per compass).

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 97, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather, hazy over the land.

Stiff to fresh WSW breeze.

Barometer 29.86 to 29.94.

Steering SE by East (per compass).

At 8.15am set fore topmast staysail, fore trysail and spanker.

Under steam and this sail at end of watch.

Went to quarters at 9.30am for divisional drill.

Steam 88 pounds, revolutions 96.7, vacuum 26.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, with strong wind from WSW, increasing in a long and heavy squall to a heavy gale last hour.

At 2.40pm made the land ahead and on starboard bow and changed course to SE.

At 2.45pm changed course to South by E¾E, at 3.15pm to South by E½E, and at 3.30pm to South by East.

Stood in for Dutch Harbor and at end of watch was off the end of spit at entrance to harbor.

At 3.55pm hauled in patent log reading 29.4.

Made out U.S.S. "Ranger", U.S.S. "Adams" and U.S.R.C. "Bear" in harbor.

Hoisted Senior Officer's pennant.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 101.3, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast.

Moderate gale from WSW first hour, dying away gradually during watch to gentle breeze.

At 4.05pm came to anchor in Dutch Harbor, Unalaska, in 17 fathoms water, soft bottom, and veered to 75 fathoms port chain.

Bearings at anchor (ship's head S63°W, true): Rocky Point South, Priest Rock N39°E, both bearings true.

Draft forward 11 feet 6 inches, aft 15 feet 4 inches.

Let fires die out under boilers C and D, keeping steam in boiler B.


8pm to midnight:

Fair, with starlight.

Airs to moderate breeze from WSW.


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22 September 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.895, Long -166.528


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from WSW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light breeze from WSW.

At 7.30am made dress signal 6167 to U.S.S. "Adams" and U.S.S. "Ranger".


8am to meridian:

Cloudy.

Light to stiff breeze in light squalls from West.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Transferred to U.S.S. "Adams" in Equipment Department: 1 gross lamp wicks (sperm); 20 gallons lard oil.

In Construction Department: 200 pounds white zinc; 1 barrel lime.

In Engineer's Department: 6 pounds sheet brass; 12 pounds iron bolts and nuts; 50 pounds white lead; 1 flange sheet 1/16-inch.

By order of Commanding Officer D. Gamero, Landsman, was given 3 mid-watches, for hanging clothes in alley way.

Broke out cofferdams.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Gentle to stiff breeze in moderate squalls from WNW.

Third Division at target practice small arms, B target, 300 yards from ship, except when squalls interfered.

A party of Marines on shore at practice, A target, 300 yards.

Overhauling cofferdams, paintwork, et cetera.

Received from Paymaster's Department of U.S.S. "Ranger" the following articles: 432 pounds roast beef; 816 pounds corned beef; 114 pounds brawn; 114 pounds mutton; 900 pounds saltwater soap; 765 pounds sausage; 128 pounds tea; 350 pounds dried fruit; 500 pounds coffee; 1000 pounds flour; 1499 pounds sugar; and 49½ gallons beans.

Exchanged colors with Alaska Commercial Company's steamer "Dora", bound out.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, with light WNW to NW wind, occasionally in light squalls, falling to WNW airs at close [of watch].

Continued quarterly target practice of 3rd Division.

Expended in Ordnance during the day: 280 .45 caliber ball cartridges.

U.S.S. "Adams" made [signal] interrogatory 3918 at 5.25pm, answered 904.

At 5.00pm had evening quarters and served out clean hammocks.


8pm to midnight:

Fair to clear, fine weather.

Calm.


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23 September 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.895, Long -166.528


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Calm.

Barometer 29.84 to 29.78.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy.

Airs from South and calms.

Alaska Commercial Company's steamer "St. Paul" came out from Iliuliuk and went to sea.

Began target practice 3rd Division, 300 yards, B target, from ship.

At 7.30am made dress [signal] geographic 6167, U.S.S. "Ranger" and U.S.S. "Adams" answered.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, raining last three hours.

Calm first three hours, light airs from South last hour.

At 9.00am U.S.S. "Adams" made [signal] interrogatory 4890, answered 904.

U.S.S. "Adams" went to sea.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters for inspection.

3rd Division engaged in quarterly rifle practice.

Boat's crews engaged in scraping strongbacks.

At 11.30am U.S.R.C. "Rush" hove in sight.

Exchanged distinguishing pennants with U.S.R.C. "Rush".


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with light rain.

Light airs and breezes from South.

At 12.10pm U.S.R.C. "Rush" came to anchor between this ship and the coal wharf.

At 1.10pm U.S.S. "Ranger" made [signal] interrogatory 4890, answered 904.

U.S.S. "Ranger" went alongside the coal ship.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.R.C. "Rush" came on board.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy, raining or drizzling throughout.

Light airs and breezes from SSW and SW.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, with passing showers of rain.

Wind from SW, blowing in puffs last hour.

Barometer 29.65 to 29.66.


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24 September 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, at target practice in bay, and at anchor Dutch Harbor

Lat 53.895, Long -166.528


Midnight to 4am:

Fair weather.

Wind from SW, moderate with a light squall about 2.30am, accompanied by a few drops of rain.

At 1.00am started fires under two more boilers.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant, light passing showers first hour.

Light airs and breezes from NW and SW.

Made all preparations for getting under way.

At 6.10am hove up anchor and stood outside of spit.

Came to anchor and got out a great gun target.

Made preparations for great gun target practice.

At 7.30am made time and uniform signal.

Draft of ship 11 feet 6 inches forward and 15 feet 4 inches aft.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and misty, with passing showers last half.

Light winds from SW and Northward and Westward.

At 9.15am got under way for target practice.

Fired 10 shots from main battery, ship under way.

Carried away target at seventh shot.

At 9.55am came to anchor in Dutch Harbor in 17 fathoms water with 75 fathoms on port chain.

Put out small arm target and finished firing of Third Division.

Barometer 29.82.

Commanding Officer made official visit on board U.S.R.C. "Rush".

Expended: 7 ordinary charges (4 of 47.3 pounds, 3 of 42.6 pounds); 3 reduced charges (2 of 34.5 pounds, 1 of 32.6 [pounds]); 10 common cast iron shell; 2 electric primers; 10 vent-sealing primers; and 1 set target wings.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and misty, with light rain at intervals.

Light breeze from WNW and West.

Barometer 29.90 to 29.91.

Received visit from wardroom officer of U.S.R.C. "Bear".

Engineer's Division engaged in small arm target, firing from ship.

The schooner "Everett Hays" went to sea.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and rainy.

Light breeze from West and WSW.

Barometer 29.91 to 29.95.

Continued small arm target practice with Engineer's Division.

Expended for the day: 260 .45 caliber ball cartridges.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast.

Light wind from WSW, with one squall last hour accompanied by light rain.


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25 September 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.895, Long -166.528


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and raining.

Breeze usually light from SW, but occasionally shifting to WNW and blowing very fresh in squalls lasting about five minutes.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and squally, with passing showers of rain.

Wind blowing in squalls from WNW and at other times variable in direction between WSW and NW.

Barometer 29.93 to 29.98.

At 7.25am made time and dress signal geographic 4111.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, with occasional light spits of rain.

At 9.30am had divisional inspection and the Captain then inspected the crew at quarters.

Wind in moderate squalls from West.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, with frequent light spits of rain.

Light wind from West to NW.

Sent a party of 19 men on shore on afternoon liberty.

At 1.20pm U.S.S. "Ranger" made signal 1211.

Answered and made 904.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and wet.

Light West wind.

Barometer rising.

Liberty party returned on board.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast first half, with occasional drizzling rain, clearing latter half.

Calm, with occasional Southerly airs.


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26 September 1892

At anchor, and moored to coal ship at wharf, Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.879, Long -166.542


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, last hour cloudy.

SW and Southerly airs.

Starlight.

At 1.30am started fires in C boiler.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather first half, drizzling rain last half.

At 6.30am called all hands up anchor.

Hove up port anchor and went alongside barque "Rufus E. Wood" ["Rufus Woods" in log-book], lying alongside of dock.

Allowed fires to die out under two boilers.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, squally and raining.

Breeze light to moderate from SE until last hour, when it increased to force of gale.

Ran out steel hawser to ring bolt secured in a rock on shore and started fires under boiler C.

Began coaling.

Barometer falling rapidly.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: C. Barnes, Apprentice, R. Klotz, Landsman, shifting on berth deck after turn to, 1 mid-watch each; W.W. Hall, Bayman, station not thoroughly clean, monthly money stopped for two months.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and squally, drizzling at intervals first half.

Breeze gentle to very fresh from SE.

Coaling.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with occasional light passing showers.

Light breeze from ESE first hour, light breeze from WNW second hour, calm third hour and light airs from WNW last hour.

Coaling ship, received during day 95 tons 389 pounds.

Placed George Lane, Seaman, and J. Cosgrove, Seaman, in confinement for safe keeping.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with light to stiff breeze from SSW, South and SE in light intermittent squalls.


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27 September 1892

Moored to coal ship at wharf, Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.879, Long -166.542


Midnight to 4am:

Fair and squally.

Gentle to very fresh breeze blowing in squalls from SSW.

Barometer 29.49 to 29.46.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and squally, with occasional passing showers.

Stiff to very fresh breeze from SSW.

Coaling ship.

At 7.30am made dress signal 6167 to U.S.S. "Ranger".


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and squally, with passing showers.

Stiff to very fresh breezes from SSW and SW.

Coaling ship.

By order of Commanding Officer threw overboard sundry articles in Paymaster's Department condemned by quarterly board of survey.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and squally.

Moderate breeze to moderate gale in squalls from West.

Coaling ship.

Alaska Commercial Company's steamer "Dora" went out from Iliuliuk.

By order of Commanding Officer released J. Cosgrove, Seaman, and G. Lane, Seaman, and restored them to duty pending further action.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and squally, passing light showers last three hours.

Finished coaling, having received in all during day 221 tons 1351 pounds in 9½ working hours.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and squally.

Light to fresh breezes in squalls from SSW.

Barometer steady.


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28 September 1892

Moored to coal ship at wharf, and at anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.892, Long -166.523


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and rainy.

Blowing in strong squalls from SSW.

Barometer 29.66 to 29.60.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, last two hours passing showers.

Light to gentle breeze from South.

Finished stowing coal and trimming bunkers.

Singled lines and hauled in wire hawser.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and squally, raining last two hours.

Gentle to fresh breezes from SW.

At 9.00am cast off from the coal ship "Rufus E. Wood" and stood for an anchorage in Dutch Harbor.

Came to with port anchor in 16¾ fathoms water, soft bottom, and veered to 75 fathoms on port chain.

Bearings from anchorage: Rocky Point S18°W (true), pinnacle Summer Bay [Second Priest Rock] N74°E (true).

Received on board from U.S.R.C. "Bear" for transportation to the Marine Hospital, San Francisco, T. Wogan (Fireman).

Barometer steady.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy to overcast.

Moderate to very fresh breezes in squalls from SW.

Raining first two hours, passing showers last two.

Hoisted out steam launch.

Hoisted sailing launch.

Received on board in Engineer's Department from the U.S. Navy Yard, Mare Island, California: 100 gallons lubricating oil; and 50 gallons eucalyptus.

Barometer rising slowly.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and squally, light passing showers of hail.

Moderate to very fresh breeze in squalls from WSW.

Barometer rising.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with light hail at intervals.

Wind blowing in squalls from WSW.

Barometer 29.64 to 29.66.


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29 September 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.892, Long -166.523


Midnight to 4am:

Stormy weather.

Wind blowing in heavy puffs, accompanied at times by rain and sleet.

Barometer rising.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with passing showers of rain and hail, light snow last hour.

Wind blowing from WSW to WNW in frequent violent squalls.

At 6.30am U.S.R.C. "Bear" left the coal wharf and came to anchor inshore of this ship.

At 7.40am U.S.R.C. "Rush" came out of the inner harbor and anchored between this ship and the coal wharf.

At 7.30am made time and uniform signal.

Barometer 29.76 to 29.79.


8am to meridian:

Stormy weather.

Wind from WNW blowing in heavy squalls, accompanied by sleet and snow.

Barometer 29.79 to 29.84.

George Lane, Seaman, and M. Foley, Second-class Fireman, reported their time of enlistment as having expired today.

By order of the Commanding Officer Coal Heaver J. Riley's monthly money was stopped for two months, for being very slow in obeying orders.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and stormy.

Wind blowing in squalls from WNW, with hail and snow at intervals.

Barometer 29.85 to 29.86.

At 3.30pm U.S.R.C. "Rush" hove up anchor and went in alongside the North American Commercial Company's coal dock.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and squally.

Wind from WNW in heavy puffs, accompanied at intervals by driving snow and hail.

Barometer 29.86 to 29.90.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy weather.

Wind in gusts from WNW, moderating in force.

A light flurry of snow last hour.

Barometer steady.


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30 September 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.892, Long -166.523


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, squally first hour.

Breeze light to stiff from West first hour, afterwards light breeze.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cold.

Light breeze to airs from Southward and Westward.

Barometer 29.82 to 29.76.

At 7.25am made time and dress signal geographic 6167.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and snowing lightly.

Airs from SW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Loosed sails to dry.

Furled sails.

Bent topsails and main trysail.

Marines and firemen firing at target at 300 yards.

Received a mail from U.S.S. "Ranger" for the United States.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast by snow.

Light breeze from NE to NNE.

Making preparations for sea.

Firemen firing at target.

Barometer falling.


4pm to 8pm:

Cold, overcast, snowing.

Light NE wind.

Barometer falling steadily and rapidly.

Received a mail from U.S.R.C. "Bear" for the United States.

Received on board three impecunious miners for passage to San Francisco: Richard Harms, Charles Godert and Thomas O. Mitchell; also Mrs. M.A. Healy, Mr. P.B. Weare and Mr. Weare [no initials given].


8pm to midnight:

Squally and unsettled.

Breeze light to fresh from North first half, moderate gale latter half.

Barometer nearly steady.



LOGS FOR OCTOBER 1892


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1 October 1892

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska, and making passage to San Francisco, California

Lat 53.61, Long -163.60


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with moderate breeze to strong gale from NNW.

Barometer rising 29.18 to 29.25 inches.

Heavy squalls at intervals, with driving hail and snow last two hours.

At 12.00am started fires in remaining boilers.


4am to 8am:

Blowing heavy in squalls, accompanied by snow, first half and a fresh steady gale last half.

At 5.40am called all hands up anchor.

Hove up port anchor and stood out accompanied by U.S.R.C. "Rush".

At end of watch had just entered Ounalga Pass and steaming ESE.

Sea rough.

Barometer rising.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 109, vacuum 26 inches.

Draft of ship, forward 13 feet 6 inches, aft 16 feet 4 inches.


8am to meridian:

Moderate gale from NW.

Going through Unalga Pass first hour.

Terrific sea breaking caused by the wind drawing through pass and meeting the flood tide.

Ship behaving well, but taking considerable water from toppling seas.

Sighted U.S.R.C. "Rush" astern standing through Unalga Pass.

At 9.45am lost sight of U.S.R.C. "Rush", apparently making good weather.

At 9.50am took departure, middle of Egg Island bearing S41°W (true), log reading 57, and set course ESE.

At 11.00am changed course to East by South, log reading 69.5.

At 10.30am set fore staysail, fore trysail and main trysail.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 108, vacuum 26.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, with stiff breeze to moderate gale from NW, blowing in squalls accompanied with passing showers or hail.

Moderate confused sea.

Steering per bridge compass East by South until 3.00pm, then ESE.

At 2.00pm slowed to 90 turns, which at 3.00pm increased to 100.

Plugged a leaky tube in boiler B.

Ship rolling quickly, at times deeply; maximum lee roll 33°.

A few small birds about.

Hauled down heads of trysails at 2.00pm.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 106.7, vacuum 25.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy.

Very fresh breeze from NW to NNW.

Moderate sea from Northward and Westward.

Steaming ESE (per compass), under steam and same sail as preceding watch.

At 4.20pm hauled in patent log and cleared it of kelp.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 100½, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cold.

Fresh NNW breeze.

Moderate sea from Northward and Westward.

Steering ESE (per compass), under steam and sail as in preceding watch.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 100.7, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and squally.

Wind freshened to a moderate gale blowing in heavy squalls from North to NW, accompanied by spits of rain.

Sea increasing.

At 11.55pm took in fore trysail.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 99.6, vacuum 27 inches.


Ounalga Pass is also known as Unalga Pass.


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2 October 1892

At sea, making passage to San Francisco, California

Lat 50.92, Long -161.60


Midnight to 4am:

Gale from NNW.

Sea and wind gradually increasing.

At 12.00am changed course to SE.

At 12.30am took in fore staysail.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 81.9, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with very fresh breeze to strong gale from NNW.

Steering by bridge compass until 5.00am SE, then SE by East.

Heavy sea.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 59.9, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy to overcast, light passing showers first part.

Very fresh breezes to moderate gale from NNW and NW.

Heavy sea from NNW.

Barometer rising slowly.

Ship rolling deeply, greatest roll 36° to leeward and 32° to windward.

Steaming SE by East (per compass) with clew of main trysail set.

Set clock ahead 18 minutes third hour.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 59.9, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with fresh NW breeze.

Took in main trysail and let fires die out in boiler D.

Steering SE by East (per compass).

Making 70 revolutions at end of watch on both engines.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 66.3, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast.

Wind in moderate squalls from WNW to NNW.

At 4.05pm changed course to ESE.

Ship rolling deeply at times.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 78.3, vacuum 27.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with fresh breeze from NW and heavy following sea.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 79.9, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with moderate NW to West breeze.

Steering per bridge compass SE½E till 9.00pm, East by South till 10.00pm, then E½S.

Sea moderating.

Aneroid [barometer] fell from its hook during a roll and was wrecked, readings at 11.00pm and after by mercurial [barometer].

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 87, vacuum 26 inches.


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3 October 1892

At sea, making passage to San Francisco, California

Lat 48.82, Long -156.92


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy to overcast, misty, obscured moonlight.

Moderate breeze from WNW to West.

Moderate swell from NW.

Steaming E½S (per compass).

Steam 99.2 pounds, revolutions 99.2, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from WSW and SW.

Steering E½S (per compass).

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 93.4, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool.

Light wind from SW to South by West, becoming squally rest of watch and increasing in force.

Sea moderating.

Were unable to start fires under a fourth boiler for want of slight repairs.

Broke feed pump of distiller, which had to be shut down.

Steam 85 pounds, revolutions 92.6, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and squally, with occasional rain.

Breeze moderate from South first half, increasing to very fresh latter half.

Got up steam on boiler D and connected it.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 100, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, cloudy, squally and rainy.

Stiff breeze, increasing to moderate gale from SSE to SE.

Took in sail.

Steering per bridge compass E½S.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 111.4, vacuum 26 inches.

Using aneroid barometer after 4.00pm, thermometer attached broken.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and raining.

Very fresh breeze to strong gale in squalls from ESE to SE.

At 6.25pm slowed down to 90 turns and allowed fires to die out under one boiler.

At 7.30pm slowed down to 80 turns.

Steam E½S (per compass).

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 94.6, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast.

Wind from SE first half, blowing a moderate gale, shifting to South last half and moderating in force.

Ship making good weather with 80 revolutions.

Barometer 29.40 to 29.27.

Light passing showers first two hours.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 77, vacuum 26 inches.


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4 October 1892

At sea, making passage to San Francisco, California

Lat 47.24, Long -151.75


Midnight to 4am:

Wind blowing in fresh squalls from South by West.

Sky obscured by clouds, except a few blue patches on two or three occasions, at which time the moon showed through.

Barometer rising slowly.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 90.8, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, misty and squally.

Breeze moderate to very fresh from South by West.

Barometer rising.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 94.1, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and misty, with passing fine rain.

Moderate to fresh breeze hauling from South by West to WNW.

Steering per bridge compass E½S.

Found gig's starboard gunwale sprung from rolling of ship and port forward washboard broken.

Steam 91 pounds, revolutions 88.6, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and squally, with passing showers.

Stiff to very fresh breeze from WNW to West.

At 1.00pm set fore staysail and fore trysail, and took them in shortly afterwards.

Moderate swell from SW.

Steaming E½S (per compass).

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 97.5, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and squally.

Stiff to very fresh West breeze.

Moderate swell from SW.

Ship rolling deeply at times.

Maximum roll at 32° to port, 29° to starboard.

Steering E½S per bridge compass.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 94.3, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cleared up fine, bright moonlight, cirrus clouds and moderate West wind.

Ship rolling deeply at times to old sea.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 96.6, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fair and cool.

Fresh breeze from West to SW.

Set fore staysail and trysail at 11.40pm.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 93.3, vacuum 26 inches.


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5 October 1892

At sea, making passage to San Francisco, California

Lat 45.44, Long -146.20


Midnight to 4am:

Fair, with moon generally visible.

Moderate to fresh breezes from WSW to West by South in light squalls, at times accompanied with light passing showers.

Steering E½S per bridge compass until 2.00am, then East.

At 2.00am took in sail.

Barometer rising 30.00 to 30.10 inches.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 98.2, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fair and pleasant, with passing showers.

Moderate to stiff breeze from WSW and West by South.

Moderate swell from SW.

At 5.00am changed course to E½S (per compass), patent log reading 10.6.

Ship rolling easily.

Steam 85 pounds, revolutions 93.4, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate West by South breeze.

Barometer 30.30 to 30.37.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and overhauled battery.

Steam E½S (per compass).

Steam 89 pounds, revolutions 97.4, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, blue sky and cirrus clouds.

Moderate West wind.

At 12.50pm changed course to E¼S.

Drying out the ship.

At 3.00pm started fires under the fourth boiler.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 95.1, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from West.

At 5.00pm inspected at quarters.

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 94.7, vacuum 27.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear, with bright moonlight.

Gentle NW breeze.

Steering per bridge compass E¼S.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 98.9, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light to gentle breeze from NW and WNW.

At 8.00pm connected boiler D.

Steaming E¼S (per compass).

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 109, vacuum 26 inches.


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6 October 1892

At sea, making passage to San Francisco, California

Lat 43.98, Long -140.60


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and fine.

Light breeze from Northward and Westward.

Barometer 30.42 to 30.39.

Course E¼S (per compass).

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 111.4, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from North, shifting to NW and freshening some.

Steam 88 pounds, revolutions 108.9, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fair and pleasant.

Light breeze from NNW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and overhauled battery.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 109.8, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with light to gentle breeze from North.

Steering E¼S per bridge compass until 12.40pm, then East.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 108, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from North and NNE.

Long swell from NW.

At 5.00pm mustered crew at quarters.

Steaming East (per compass).

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 105, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate to stiff NNE breeze.

Barometer 30.17 to 30.10.

Steering East (per compass).

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 109.1, vacuum 25.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy weather.

Wind fresh from NE, squally, accompanied by spits of rain last hour.

Barometer falling.

Moonlight.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 109.9, vacuum 25 inches.


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7 October 1892

At sea, making passage to San Francisco, California

Lat 42.10, Long -134.82


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and squally.

Breeze stiff to very fresh from NNE and NE until last hour, when it hauled to East.

Heavy rain squall last half hour.

Barometer falling rapidly.

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 108, vacuum 25.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, passing showers first three hours, with light squalls.

Fresh to gentle breeze first hour, hauling to SSW and SW and increasing to moderate breeze last two hours.

Steering East per bridge compass.

At 7.20am set all sail.

Temperature of surface water rose 2° between 5.00am and 6.00am.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 103, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate to stiff breezes from SSW.

At 9.10am took in topsails and jib.

At 9.30am exercised at fire quarters, times ready: 1st Division 4 minutes 20 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 39 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 17 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 31 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 43 seconds; Engineer's Division 0 minutes 58 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 13 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: starboard engine room 0 minutes 16 seconds; port engine room 0 minutes 19 seconds; berth deck 0 minutes 41 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 1 minute 33 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 35 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 29 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes 1 second; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 37 seconds; Engineer's Division 0 minutes 21 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 46 seconds.

Tested magazine and shell room flood cocks and found them in good order.

Set clock ahead 25 minutes third hour.

At end of watch steaming East (per compass) and with fore staysail, trysail and spanker set.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 110.4, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with moderate to fresh breeze from SSE and SE, increasing in force last hour.

At 12.30pm changed course to E¼S per bridge compass.

Took in and furled all sail at 12.50pm.

Barometer 29.77 to 29.66.

Steam 96 pounds, revolutions 107.3, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast by clouds.

Wind from SSE to East, varying in force, and accompanied by spits of rain latterly.

Barometer falling.

Sea moderate.

Steam 96 pounds, revolutions 102, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and damp.

Fresh to moderate breeze from East.

Barometer steady.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 101, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fair, at times clear, with bright moonlight.

Barometer falling 29.60 to 29.54 inches.

Light to stiff SE breeze first three hours, increasing to very fresh breeze from SSE last hour.

Upper and lower strata of clouds passing over from SSE all the watch.

Ship pitching moderately to Southerly swell.

Steering E¼S per bridge compass.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 98, vacuum 25 inches.


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8 October 1892

At sea, making passage to San Francisco, California

Lat 40.93, Long -130.85


Midnight to 4am:

Generally cloudy, though clear at times.

Very fresh breeze from SSE.

Moderate sea from Southward and Eastward.

Bright moonlight.

Allowed fires to die out under boiler B.

Steam E¼S (per compass).

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 94.5, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

First half blowing a fresh breeze to moderate gale from SSE, increasing to a very strong gale from South last half.

Barometer 29.44 to 29.29.

Ship making good weather.

Pitching and rolling heavily at times.

At 7.00am headed her up to the wind, at end of watch starboard engine stopped and port engine going ahead 60 turns to keep her up.

Battened down aft.

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 76.6, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast.

Wind blowing a gale, which reached its maximum force from 9.30am to 10.30am.

Sea heavy and shifting with the wind, which veered from South to West.

Ship lying to and turning over port engine to keep her up.

Making excellent weather of it.


Meridian to 4pm:

Gale from West by South and WSW.

Sea heavy, ship behaving well.

Barometer rising rapidly.

Going ahead 60 revolutions on port engine, starboard engine stopped, and keeping sea on starboard bow.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair, with very fresh WSW breeze.

Keeping wind and sea on starboard bow with 60 turns on port engine only.

Sea slightly falling last hour.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and squally.

Stiff to fresh breeze from West.

Sea moderating.

Keeping wind and sea on starboard bow with 60 turns on port engine, starboard engine stopped.

Headed SW (per compass).


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Wind and sea moderating.

Moderate breeze from SW to West.

At 9.00pm stopped port engine and went ahead full speed on starboard engine, putting her on course E¼S per bridge compass and gradually increasing speed.

Steering this course at end of watch and making best speed possible with three boilers.

Light shower of rain last half hour.

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 86, vacuum 27 inches.


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9 October 1892

At sea, making passage to San Francisco, California

Lat 39.83, Long -128.20


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Light wind from SSW to West.

Sea moderating.

Barometer rising.

Steam 83 pounds, revolutions 80.3, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fair first half, afterwards overcast, with occasional light passing showers.

Gentle to light breeze from SSW and SW.

The tubes of boiler D being found choked, fires were started under boiler B.

Set fore staysail and the trysail at 7.30am.

Barometer rising.

Steam 82 pounds, revolutions 71.8, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy.

Airs to light breezes from SE to South.

Steering per bridge compass E¼S.

Barometer rising 30.40 to 30.46 inches.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected divisions.

Steam 89 pounds, revolutions 95.2, vacuum 26.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SSE, SSW and SW.

Moderate swell from Southward and Westward.

Barometer steady.

At 12.25pm changed course to E½S (per compass), patent log reading 50.8.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 102, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate SSW breeze.

Barometer 30.46.

Steering E½S per bridge compass.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 101, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light SW wind.

Barometer rising.

Steam 89 pounds, revolutions 100.7, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Gentle breeze from SW and South.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 103, vacuum 26.5 inches.


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10 October 1892

At sea, making passage to San Francisco, California, and at anchor San Francisco harbor

Lat 38.05, Long -123.25


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, with bright moonlight.

Light SSW to South breezes.

At 12.40am passed a bark heading to Eastward.

Steering E½S per bridge compass.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 97.4, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight until sunrise.

Light airs from NW.

At daylight passed two schooners.

Steaming E½S (per compass).

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 97.4, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from Northward and Westward.

Barometer 30.47 to 30.45.

At 8.14am changed course to ESE½E (per compass), patent log 64.5.

Land in sight on port beam.

At end of watch Point Reyes two points on starboard bow.

At 12.00pm changed course to SE by East.

Sighted two schooners during the watch.

Went to quarters at 9.30am and overhauled battery.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 106.4, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate NW wind.

At 12.50pm changed course to E½S, and at 2.40pm to E½N, after which time changed course under conn of Navigator standing into and through the Golden Gate to anchorage off foot of Market Street, San Francisco.

At 3.05pm hauled in patent log showing 38.6.

At 3.20pm called all hands bring ship to anchor, and at 3.45pm anchored in 12 fathoms water, veering to 45 fathoms on port chain.

When nearing anchorage passed French flagship "Dubourdieu" ["Dubordier" in log-book] and saluted the flag of the Rear Admiral Commanding with 13 guns, the salute was returned gun for gun.

An officer from French Admiral paid visit of courtesy.

Allowed fires to die out under one boiler and banked the fires under the two others.

Unbent topsails and jib.

Bearings at anchorage: Yerba Buena light N76°E and Alcatraz light N44°W, both true.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 103.1, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate SW wind.

An officer returned visit of courtesy to French flagship.

The following passengers left the ship with their traps: Mrs. M.A. Healy; Mr. P.B. Weare; Mr. Weare [no initials given]; Richard Harms; Charles Godert; and Thomas O. Mitchell.

Received mail.

Sent out of the ship the washerman Ah Kee.

Ship's draft forward 11 feet 6 inches, aft 15 feet 3 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from South to West.

Began swinging to flood at 10.30pm, and finished at 11.00pm.


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11 October 1892

At anchor San Francisco harbor, and in dry dock, Mare Island

Lat 37.806, Long -122.384


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, with bright moonlight.

Light to moderate WNW breeze.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light NW breeze.

Slack water high at 5.00am, swung to ebb at 5.30am.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from NW.

At 11.00am shifted berth and anchored in 13 fathoms water, sandy bottom, and veered to 30 fathoms port chain.

Bearings at anchorage: Alcatraz light N56°W, Yerba Buena light N85°E, both true.

Sent ashore Thomas Wogan, a fireman from U.S.R.C. "Bear", transferred to the Marine Hospital.

Sent ashore to the Collector of Customs the arms seized at False Pass, Bering Sea, by the landing party, encamped there from this ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to stiff breeze from NW by West to North.

At 2.00pm got under way and stood up San Pablo Bay towards Mare Island.

At 3.50pm saluted flags of Rear Admiral Commandant of Mare Island Navy Yard and Rear Admiral Commanding Pacific Station.

At close of watch preparing to enter dry dock.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate to gentle breeze from North.

Entered dry dock at Mare Island.

Ship was secured in dock and water pumped out.

The Commanding Officer paid official visits to the Rear Admiral Commandant of Navy Yard and the Rear Admiral Commanding Pacific Station.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, with gentle NW breeze.

Led ship's hose over port gangway and connected to hydrant on shore.


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12 October 1892

In dry dock, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to stiff breeze from NW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from North.

Scraping spars.


8am to meridian:

Cloudless sky.

Gentle to light NNW breeze.

Engaged scraping spars.

The Admiral Commandant and the Admiral Commanding Pacific Station paid visits on board.

Navy Yard workmen on board and in dock.

By order of Commanding Officer put P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker, under sentry's charge, for being under the influence of liquor.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear.

NE airs.

At 1.00pm and thereafter took reading of mercurial barometer.

Ensign A.K. Scales was this day detached from the ship and granted three months' leave, his relief Ensign J.H. Reid having this day reported for duty.

Navy Yard workmen on board and in dock.

Crew engaged in scraping spars and ship's side.

Let fires die out in boiler C, and led wires on board from the yard's alternating circuit, with transformer in starboard fore rigging.

Received 75 electric lamps from yard for temporary use with this system.

Unbent sails and sent them to yard sail loft.

Took launch's engine to engine shop, hoisted steam launch on shore near coal wharf and chocked her up.

Broke out forward fixed ammunition room and stowed the ammunition in forward shell room.

Turned into store in Navigation Department: 1 boat compass; 1 thermometer; 1 log rotator; and 1 port running light, oil.

In Ordnance Department: 2 squirt cans; and 5 padlocks, condemned by survey.

Sent a liberty party on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear.

Easterly airs and calms.

Following workmen from yard engaged during day: 3 machinists and 3 helpers overhauling outboard valves in Engineering; 2 sailmakers on hammock cloths; 13 men in dock on shores and stays; 3 shipfitters; and 3 electricians; also 1 painter gilding eagle; 1 shipfitter in forward fixed ammunition room.

Crew scraping spars and ship's side.

At 5.30pm received electric current from yard dynamo.

Found A. Joseph, Coal Heaver, absent from ship without permission.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and calm, moonlight last hour.


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13 October 1892

In dry dock, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Barometer 30.12.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Clear.

Calms and SE airs.

At 6.00am started scraping ship's side.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 84 pounds fresh bread; 105 pounds fresh beef; and 105 pounds fresh vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and calm.

Crew at work scraping bottom.

Received on board in Equipment Department: 18,000 gallons fresh water.

A Board of Survey, of which Commander H. Glass was senior member, came on board to survey articles in Equipment Department.

Chief Engineer Bates, U.S. Navy, reported on board for duty, as relief of Chief Engineer Adamson, in obedience to telegraphic orders from the Department.

Unshipped both 6-pounder [guns] and sent their mounts to workshop.

Unshipped steam launch davits to send them up to shop for alterations.

The following Navy Yard workmen were at work on board, namely: 3 machinists and 3 helpers in engine room; 1 gilder, forward; 9 laborers, rigging, staying and unshipping davits; 4 ordnance workmen in forward magazine; 3 joiners and 6 shipwrights working on spar deck; 6 caulkers under poop deck; and three boiler makers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from SW and SSW.

Same Navy Yard workmen on board as in previous watch.

A Board of Survey, of which Assistant Naval Constructor Rulon was senior member, came on board to survey articles in Construction Department.

Sent chain from steering gear up in yard for repairs.

Assistant Engineer Hays left the ship on a week's leave of absence.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear.

Light airs from SSW to SW.

Navy Yard workmen on board until 5.00pm.

A. Joseph, Coal Heaver, was placed in confinement by direction of Commanding Officer, for leaving ship without permission.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light WSW breezes.

Barometer 29.97 to 29.94.


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14 October 1892

In dry dock, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, cool.

Light wind from WSW to NW.


4am to 8am:

Clear, cool weather.

Light airs from WSW to SW.

Crew engaged in scraping and oiling masts and gaffs.

Received in Paymaster's Department following fresh provisions, namely: 84 pounds bread; 105 pounds beef; and 94 pounds vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light WSW airs.

Barometer 29.98 to 30.04.

Crew engaged in scraping ship's bottom.

The following Navy Yard workmen at work on board, namely: 4 machinists and 4 helpers; 2 boiler makers and 2 helpers; 40 laborers; 10 caulkers; 1 ship joiner; 4 shipwrights; 7 painters.

M. McCauley, Oiler, and G. Frei, Equipment Yeoman, were discharged from this ship and the Naval Service, their terms of enlistment having expired.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW and WSW.

Barometer 29.95 to 29.92.

The same Navy Yard workmen on board as in preceding watch.

A Board of Survey, of which Lieutenant Pond and Ensign Hughes were members, met on board.

Transferred to U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence" with all necessary papers J. Perodo, Seaman, for discharge.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair weather.

Light WSW airs.

Navy Yard workmen on board as in preceding watch.

A number of men returned from liberty.

Placed J. Mitchell, Landsman, in the brig for safe keeping, for being under the influence of liquor.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, cool.

Airs from WSW.

E. Brennan, Boiler Maker, returned on board 3 hours over time.


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15 October 1892

In dry dock, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light airs from WSW first half, afterwards calm.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cool.

Light WSW airs and calms.

Barometer 29.90 to 29.87.

By order of Commanding Officer J. Mitchell, Landsman, was released from sentry's charge, being sober.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from SW to South.

U.S.S. "Ranger" came up the yard.

M. Sweeney, Private Marine, had his liberty and money stopped for one month by order of the Commanding Officer, for leaving the ship without permission when in the dry dock.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 81 pounds fresh bread; 101¼ pounds fresh beef; and 112½ pounds fresh vegetables.

Workmen from the yard engaged painting ship's bottom with McInnes's anti-fouling paint and in effecting other repairs in Construction and Steam Engineering Departments.

The following workmen employed on board in Construction [Department]: 13 painters; 10 caulkers; 8 shipfitters with two helpers; 4 machinists with 4 helpers; and 1 plumber with helper.

In Steam Engineering [Department]: 2 boiler makers with two helpers.

Sent a liberty party of 27 men ashore.

Two liberty men returned on board.

The following men were placed under sentry's charge by order of Commanding Officer, to await trial by Summary Court Martial: R. Burke, Corporal; R. Lee, Private Marine; G.F. Sherry, Private Marine; J. Gallagher, Oiler; J. Holden, Oiler; and M. Conway, Oiler.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, with rain, clearing away latter part of watch.

Wind light from SW by South.

The following workmen employed on board from the yard in Construction [Department]: 10 calkers; 9 painters; 3 shipfitters; 5 machinists; 1 chipper and calker; 3 helpers; and 1 plumber with one helper.

Steam Engineering [Department]: 4 machinists with 4 helpers.

Sent four men ashore on liberty.

One man returned from liberty.

Delivered specifications of offenses to R. Lee, Private Marine, G.F. Sherry, Private Marine, J. Gallagher, Oiler, J. Holden, Oiler, M. Conway, Oiler, and A. Joseph, Second-class Fireman.

Liquor was found upon the persons of J. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker, and R. Burke, Corporal, and they, with J. Holden, Oiler, and M. Conway, Oiler, were placed in the cell.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Airs from South to WSW.

Released the men in the cell and put them under charge of the sentry by order of Commanding Officer.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from WSW first hour, afterwards calm.

J.H. O'Conner, Ordinary Seaman, returned 2 hours over time.


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16 October 1892

In dry dock, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Fair first half, cloudy latter half.

Calms and Southerly airs.

Passing showers last two hours.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and rainy.

Airs from South.

Received on board: 76¼ pounds fresh beef; 76¼ pounds fresh vegetables; and 61 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and raining first half, afterwards clearing.

Light airs from South first half, afterwards calm.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

The following absentees were reported: J. Lundquist, Quartermaster, M. Davinney, Boatswain's Mate, J. Nielson, Coal Heaver, W.F. Fewer, Captain of Forecastle, J.B. Regler, Ordinary Seaman, W. Curley, Landsman, J.V. Kane, Second-class Fireman, M. McGinley, First-class Fireman, E.L. Byxbee, Landsman, T. Buckley, First-class Fireman, J. Mathison, Captain of Tops, M. Harris, Carpenter and Calker, R. Butt, Coal Heaver, Joseph Allen, Ordinary Seaman, S. Simmons, Ordinary Seaman, M. Gleeson, Boiler Maker, D. Bradley, Private Marine, S.L. Lomax, Apprentice, F.H. Hayes, Second-class Fireman, T. Ahearn, First-class Fireman, C. Ambler, Bugler, R. Allen, Coal Heaver, C.T. Johnson, Apprentice, F.H. Rushman, Oiler, W.F. Betikofer, Coal Heaver, E. Lockard, Ordinary Seaman, J. Svenson, Blacksmith, J. Toole, Water Tender, A. Garren, Seaman, F. Moens, Ship's Cook, and J. Dwyer, Master-at-Arms.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Light airs from South first half, afterwards calm.


4pm to 8pm:

Generally clear, cool and pleasant.

Light airs from WSW and West until near close of watch, then calm.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudless sky, bright starlight.

Calms and airs from NE and West.


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17 October 1892

In dry dock, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, cool and calm.

Bright starlight.

Moon rose about 2.30am.


4am to 8am:

Clear, cool and calm.


8am to meridian:

Clear.

Calms and SW airs.

Navy Yard workmen on board and in dock.

Received in Engineer's Department: 34 pounds cotton waste.

Absentees at noon: J. Nielson, Coal Heaver, J.V. Kane, Second-class Fireman, E.L. Byxbee, Landsman, M. Gleeson, Boiler Maker, F. Hayes, Second-class Fireman, F.H. Rushman, Oiler, C.T. Johnson, Apprentice, W.F. Betikofer, Coal Heaver, J.H. Rushlow, Private Marine, J. Fagan, Second-class Fireman, C. Downey, Coal Heaver, J. Kempter, Seaman, C.A. Carlson, Ordinary Seaman, J.M. Sjoholm [Sjohlm in log-book], Quartermaster, J. Brown, Landsman, J.F. Caldwell, Coal Heaver, C. Connolly, Second-class Fireman, J. Collins, Water Tender, H.F. Laing, Apprentice, O. Olsen, Gunner's Mate, F.W. Davis, Seaman, P.T. Harris, Landsman, J. Hallighan, First-class Fireman, A. McNichol, Captain of Tops, J.P. Kelley, Private Marine, and J. Sullivan, Seaman.

By order of Commanding Officer placed under sentry's charge S.L. Lomax, Seaman Apprentice First-class, M. McGinley, First-class Fireman, and Joseph Allen, Ordinary Seaman, until sober.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and calm.

Transferred to yard hospital, with bags, hammocks and tickets: Thomas Heslin, First-class Fireman; John Riley, Coal Heaver; M. Clifford, Landsman.

Summary Court Marital, Surgeon G.E.H. Harmon senior member, met at 1.00pm for the trial of M. Conway, Oiler, and other persons.

By order of Commanding Officer released S.L. Lomax, Seaman Apprentice First-class, M. McGinley, First-class Fireman, and Joseph Allen, Ordinary Seaman.

The French Admiral and his aid visited the ship.

Received in Paymaster's Department: $25,000 in United States coin.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy first half, clear later.

Calm.

At 4.05pm the Court Martial adjourned until 10.00am tomorrow, having finished 3 cases.

By order of Commanding Officer placed under sentry's charge S.L. Lomax, Seaman Apprentice First-class, and Joseph Allen, Ordinary Seaman, they being again found under the influence of liquor.

Private Rushlow returned on board 49 hours, Private Kelley 8 hours, C. Connolly, Second-class Fireman, 8 hours, J. Fagan, Second-class Fireman, 8 hours over time.

Following yard workmen on board during day: 11 calkers; 8 carpenters; 10 shipfitters; 5 machinists and 5 helpers; 1 plumber and 1 helper; 1 boiler maker and 1 helper; 18 painters.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and calm.

Brilliant starlight.


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18 October 1892

In dry dock, and moored to stone dock, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Calm and light SSE airs.

Barometer 30.19 to 30.18.


4am to 8am:

Cloudless sky.

Calms and airs varying in direction.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 85 pounds each fresh beef and vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Calm and light airs from WSW to South.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows: 12 calkers; 10 boiler makers; 13 painters; 8 shipwrights; 5 machinists and 5 helpers; and 8 carpenters.

Sent refrigerators up in yard for repairs.

L. Traumer, Dynamo Machinist, was this day discharged from this vessel and the U.S. Naval Service by reason of the expiration of his enlistment.

At 11.30am hauled out of dock and warped ship alongside of wharf abreast of large shears.

Absentees at noon: J. Nielson, Coal Heaver, J.V. Kane, Second-class Fireman, E.L. Byxbee, Landsman, M. Gleeson, Boiler Maker, F.H. Hayes, Second-class Fireman, F.H. Rushman, Oiler, W.F. Betikofer, Coal Heaver, C. Downey, Coal Heaver, C.A. Carlson, Ordinary Seaman, J.M. Sjoholm, Quartermaster, J. Brown, Landsman, J.F. Caldwell, Coal Heaver, J. Collins, Water Tender, H.F. Laing, Apprentice, O. Olsen, Gunner's Mate, F.W. Davis, Seaman, P.T. Harris, Landsman, Hallighan, First-class Fireman, A. McNichol, Captain of Tops, J. Sullivan, Seaman, and D.D. Donovan. Chief Boatswain's Mate.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm, light breeze from SW.

Navy Yard workmen on board as before, excepting 1 machinist and 1 helper, and there were 6 additional men in Ordnance Department.

Hoisted out port waist 6-inch breech loading rifle and carriage for alterations, and blocked up after 6-inch on port side.

At 2.00pm Summary Court Martial reconvened and proceeded with cases before it.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SW and calms.

Navy Yard workmen on board up to 5.00pm.

Summary Court Martial adjourned at 5.00pm, having finished 4 cases.

Following men returned aboard over time: F.H. Hayes, Second-class Fireman, 73 hours; F.H. Rushman, Oiler, 72 hours; J Hallighan, First-class Fireman, 26 hours; and H.F. Laing, Apprentice, 31 hours.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm.

Barometer 30.13 to 30.02.


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19 October 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Calm.

Slack water high at 12.30am.


4am to 8am:

Clear, cool and calm.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 72½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 122 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Calm.

Barometer 30.00 to 30.03.

Absentees: J. Nielson, Coal Heaver, J.V. Kane, Second-class Fireman, E.L. Byxbee, Landsman, M. Gleeson, Boiler Maker, W.F. Betikofer, Coal Heaver, C. Downey, Coal Heaver, C.H. Carlson, Ordinary Seaman, J.M. Sjoholm, Quartermaster, J. Brown, Landsman, J.F. Caldwell, Coal Heaver, J. Collins, Water Tender, O. Olsen, Gunner's Mate, F.W. Davis, Seaman, P.T. Harris, Landsman, A. McNichol, Captain of Tops, J. Sullivan, Seaman, and D.D. Donovan, Chief Boatswain's Mate.

Received in Equipment Department: 2 papers needles; 1 box eyelets; 1 hose nozzle; 10 pounds seizing wire; 1 side leather; 1 pair shears, 10 inch; 1 gross matches; 70 fathoms wire steel 1¼ inch; 5 roasting pans; 1 dessert fork; 1 butter knife; 1 salad bowl; 7 cups and saucers; 1 decanter; 2 finger glasses; 4 desert plates; 100 feet hose; and 1 boatswain's call.

The coast survey steamer U.S.C.G.S.S. "[Ferdinand R.] Hassler" ["Hasler" in log-book] came in and moored to buoy.

The following Navy Yard workmen on board: 11 calkers; 4 carpenters and 4 helpers; 4 shipfitters and 4 helpers; 3 machinists and four helpers; 5 boiler makers and 4 helpers; 1 tinsmith and 1 helper; 7 ordnance men; and 9 painters.

Lifting and overhauling main battery.

Shifted moorings, putting starboard side to dock to lift starboard battery.

W. Maroney, Private Marine, was this day transferred to the Marine Barracks, with effects and necessary transfer papers.

A Summary Court Martial convened on board at 10.30am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm and light Southerly airs.

Barometer steady.

Lifting and cleaning main battery.

Received in Navigation Department: 1 boat compass; 2 log rotators; 1 port running light, oil; 1 sextant; 4 wigwag flags; 30 sounding tubes; and 1 dozen mapping pens.

Received in Ordnance Department: 2 squirt cans; 6 file handles; 5 pounds solder; 11 pounds steel rod; 10 pounds potash; 1 quart black ink; 1 quart mucilage; and 11 files (assorted).

U.S.C.G.S.S. "[Ferdinand R.] Hassler" ["Hasler" in log-book] shifted moorings to coal dock.

The following Navy Yard workmen on board: 11 calkers; 2 carpenters; 4 shipfitters and 4 helpers; 3 machinists and 4 helpers; 5 boiler makers and 4 helpers; 7 ordnance men; 9 painters; and 2 cementers.

At 12.10pm the Summary Court [Martial] adjourned to await the action of the revising authority.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm.

Barometer falling.

Finished lifting main battery, left starboard waist gun on deck.

J.M. Sjoholm [Joholm in log-book], Quartermaster, O. Olsen, Gunner's Mate, F.W. Davis, Seaman, A. McNichol, Captain of Tops, returned on board 55½ hours over time, and H. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, and S.L. Fleischer [Fleicher in log-book], Second-class Fireman, returned aboard ½ hour over time.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Calm.

Tide running flood.


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20 October 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Calm first half, afterwards light airs from East.

D. Donovan. Chief Boatswain's Mate, [returned] 61 hours over time.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, calm and light easterly airs.

Barometer rising.

Received in Paymaster's Department the following fresh provisions: bread, 62 pounds; fresh beef, 77½ pounds; vegetables, 77½ pounds.


8am to Noon.

Fine weather.

Warm air from SW.

U.S.S. "Mohican" came up the yard and fired the salute of 13 guns.

Engaged making repairs in Construction, Ordnance and Steam Engineering Departments.

The following workmen from the yard employed on board, in Construction [Department]: 12 calkers; 6 carpenters; 8 shipfitters; 1 ship's joiner; 4 machinists with 4 helpers; and 10 painters.

In Steam Engineering Department: 7 boiler makers with 1 helper and 1 apprentice.

In Ordnance [Department]: 4 men.

The following men absent from the ship over time: J. Nielson, Coal Heaver, J.V. Kane, Second-class Fireman, E.L. Byxbee, Landsman, M. Gleeson, Boiler Maker, W.F. Betikofer, Coal Heaver, C. Downey, Coal Heaver, C.A. Carlson, Ordinary Seaman, J. Brown, Landsman, J.F. Caldwell [Calwell in log-book], Coal Heaver, J. Collins, Water Tender, P.T. Harris, Landsman, J. Sullivan, Seaman, and M. Clancey, First-class Fireman.

By Order of the Navy Department Lieutenant A.S. Winterhalter was relieved of his duties on this ship to appear before a Board of Examination for promotion.

Passed Assistant Paymaster Martin went on leave of absence for one week from the 19th of this month.

Lieutenant D. Kennedy went on leave of absence for one week.


Noon to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Warm airs from SW.

The following workmen from the yard employed on board, in construction:

12 calkers; 1 carpenter; 8 shipfitters; 4 machinist with 4 helpers; 10 painters; and 1 ship's joiner with 1 apprentice.

In Steam Engineering Department: 4 boiler makers and 4 helpers.

In Ordnance [Department]: one man.

Received on board in Equipment Department the following stores: 58 pounds polishing paste; 7 gallons Stockholm tar; 66 gallons lard oil; 100 pounds cotton waste; 200 fathoms 2¼-inch manila; 150 fathoms 3¼-inch manila.

In Construction Department: 1 dozen wall brushes, 4 inch; 1 gross brass wood corners, 1½ inch; 90 gallons linseed oil, raw; 10 gallons linseed oil, boiled; 15 gallons spar varnish; 8 gallons Japan Drier; 50 pounds lamp black, in oil; 500 pounds white lead; 150 pounds gum shellac; 50 gallons alcohol; 3 gallons damar varnish; 2 gallons copal varnish; 5 pounds ultramarine blue; 50 pounds vermilion in oil; 10 pounds pulverized pumice stone; 200 pounds litharge; 400 pounds yellow ochre, in oil; 25 pounds sugar of lead, dryer; 3 pounds white glue; 30 hickory hoops; 10 windsail hoops; 2 oil faucets, ½ inch, brass.

The following special service men were discharged from this ship and the Naval Service: G. Hee, Wardroom Steward, Ah Gee, Wardroom Cook, Ah Tomm, Landsman, Ah Timm, Landsman, Ah Yet, Landsman, and Ah Coen, Landsman.

Received from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence" for general service: Low Tuck, Landsman, Ah Loui, Landsman, Ah Sing, Landsman, Ah Kow, Landsman, and Ah Hoy, Landsman.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Airs from SW.


8pm to Midnight:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from West by South and SW.

J. Brown, Landsman, returned on board.


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21 October 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Commences and until 4am::

Cloudy, cool and damp weather.

Light breeze from SW.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and foggy.

Airs from West.

At 8.00am dressed ship mastheads with Italian and Spanish flags at the main.

Received: fresh beef, 80 pounds; vegetables, 85 pounds; bread, 64 loaves.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW first hour, afternoon calm.

At noon fired a salute of 21 guns in honor of 400th anniversary of discovery of America.

Absentees: J. Nielson, Coal Heaver, J.V. Kane, Second-class Fireman, E.L. Byxbee, Landsman, M. Gleeson, Boiler Maker, W.F. Betikofer, Coal Heaver, C. Downey, Coal Heaver, J.F. Caldwell [Calwell in log-book], Coal Heaver, Collins, Water Tender, P.T. Harris, Landsman, J. Sullivan, Seaman, and M. Clancey, First-class Fireman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear weather and pleasant.

Light airs from SW.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from SW.

Bright starlight.

M. Gleeson, Boiler Maker, returned aboard 171 hours over time.


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22 October 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from SW and West.

Barometer 30.08.


4am to 8am:

Overcast.

Light airs from West.

Received: 64 pounds bread; 80 pounds fresh beef; and 80 pounds vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool, clearing latter part.

Light airs from West to South.

Hauled ship astern to over of shears and landed 6-inch breech loading rifle in place, then hauled ahead and secured with chain moorings.

Received in Equipment Department: 1900 gallons fresh water.

Navy Yard Workmen on board as follows: 7 workmen; 3 calkers; 2 joiners and 1 apprentice; 7 boiler makers; 12 shipfitters and 2 helpers; 2 boiler maker's helpers and 1 apprentice; 9 painters.

Receiving new tubes for boilers.

Absentees at noon: J. Nielson, Coal Heaver, J.V. Kane, Second-class Fireman, E.L. Byxbee, Landsman, W.F. Betikofer, Coal Heaver, C. Downey, Coal Heaver, J.F. Caldwell, Coal Heaver, J. Collins, Water Tender, P.T. Harris, Landsman, E. Mitchell, Landsman, J. Morean, First-class Fireman, and E. Donaldson, Second-class Fireman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant weather.

Light airs to light breeze from SW.

Navy Yard workmen on board as before.

Regular quarterly board inspected coal bunkers and found them in good condition.

Victor Frederickson, Coxswain, was this day discharged from this vessel and the U.S. Naval Service, by reason of the expiration of his enlistment, and he then reenlisted on board the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence" for 3 years, and was received on board this vessel with necessary papers.

Crew engaged in scraping and painting side.

About 1.30pm U.S.S. "Mohican" hauled into dry dock.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Light breeze from SSW to light airs from WSW.

Navy Yard workmen on board as before up to 5.00pm.

J. Collins, Water Tender, returned on board 127 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Barometer steady.

Light airs from West and SW.


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23 October 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Commences and until 4am:

Fine weather, starlight, and [light airs] from SW.

Flood tide.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cool, overcast latter part.

Light airs from West to WNW.

Received in Paymaster's Department following fresh provisions: fresh beef, 80 pounds; vegetables, 85 pounds; bread; 64 pounds


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light NW airs.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

The following named men absent over time: J. Nielson, Coal Heaver, J.V. Kane, Second-class Fireman, E.L. Byxbee, Landsman, W.F. Betikofer, Coal Heaver, C. Downey, Coal Heaver, J.F. Caldwell, Coal Heaver, P.T. Harris, Landsman, E. Mitchell, Landsman, and E. Donaldson, Second-class Fireman.

The coast survey steamer U.S.C.G.S.S. "[Ferdinand R.] Hassler" ["Hasler" in log-book] left the dock and stood out of the yard.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from Southward and Westward.

Barometer 30.08 to 30.06.

Sent a few men ashore on liberty.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Light SW airs.

E. Donaldson, Second-class Fireman, returned on board 72 hours over time, tight.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather.

Airs from NW.

Turned flood at 10.20pm.


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24 October 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Light fogs throughout watch.

Calm first hour, afterwards light airs from SW and NW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Calm.

Barometer rising.

Making preparations to coal ship.

Received in Paymaster's Department the following fresh provisions: 80 pounds fresh beef; 80 pounds vegetables; 64 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Received on board in Engineer's Department the following stores: 1 barrel fire clay; 1 barrel Portland cement; 100 pounds Prussian iron; 25 pounds soft solder; 40 pounds tallow; 5 pounds lamp black.

The Captain disrated the following men: E.P. Franklin, Shipwright to Seaman; J.W. Svenson, Blacksmith to Seaman; J. Mathison, Captain of Tops to Ordinary Seaman; E. Hannis, Coal Heaver to Ordinary Seaman; M. Lynch, Gunner's Mate to Seaman; C. Ambler, Bugler to Landsman; J. Dwyer, Master-at-Arms to Seaman Gunner; J. Ashton, Water Tender to First-class Fireman; E. Brennan, Boiler Maker to First-class Fireman; R.E.L. Garcia, Equipment Yeoman to Seaman; F. Rushman, Oiler to First-class Fireman; J. Toole, Water Tender to First-class Fireman; W.J. Fewer, Captain of Forecastle to Seaman; M. Davinney, Boatswain's Mate to Seaman; J. Lundquist, Quartermaster to Seaman; A. McLean, Chief Quartermaster to Seaman; D. Bolger, Blacksmith to Landsman; O. Olsen, Gunner's Mate to Seaman; J. Gallagher, Oiler to First-class Fireman; J.M. Sjoholm, Quartermaster to Seaman; W. Gilchrist, Coxswain to Ordinary Seaman; J. Packard, Oiler to Seaman Gunner; J.J. Holden, Oiler to Seaman Gunner; E. Kielgast, Oiler to First-class Fireman; J. Rice, Ship's Corporal to Seaman; M. Conway, Oiler to Seaman Gunner; A. Olsen, Coxswain to Seaman; L.R. Roland, Coxswain to Ordinary Seaman; D.D. Donovan [Donnovan in log-book], Chief Boatswain's Mate to Seaman; C.J. Winestock, Coxswain to Seaman; J. Quint, Captain of Forecastle to Landsman; A.F. Heyl, Shipwright to Landsman; A.S. Williams, Armorer to Seaman; A. McNichol, Captain of Tops to Ordinary Seaman; A. Nickerson, Quartermaster to Seaman; J. Turner, Chief Gunner's Mate to Seaman; R.L. Henderson, Painter to Landsman; J. Collins, Water Tender to First-class Fireman; B. Nugent, Gunner's Mate to Seaman; A. Carlson, Carpenter's Mate to Landsman; W. Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman to Landsman; A.A. Nordstrom, Gunner's Mate to Seaman; P. Joyce, Oiler to First-class Fireman; P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker to Landsman; W.D. Norris, Cabin Steward to Landsman; W.H. Harris, Carpenter and Calker to Landsman; W.W. Hall, Bayman to Landsman; T.A. Brown, Cabin Cook to Landsman; Low Tuck, Wardroom Steward to Landsman; Ah Sing, Wardroom Cook to Landsman.

The following workmen from the yard employed on board, in Construction [Department]: 4 machinists, 4 helpers; 4 calkers; 2 painters; 1 joiner and 1 apprentice; and 4 shipfitters and 3 helpers.

In Steam Engineering Department: 5 boiler makers and 4 helpers.

Received on board from Ordnance Department: one 6-pounder carriage.

By order of the Captain the following men were declared deserters: J. Nielson, Coal Heaver, J.V. Kane, Second-class Fireman, and E.L. Byxbee, Landsman.


Approved: R.D. Evans, Commander, U.S. Navy, commanding.


[Note on weather observations page:] * All these men disrated by order of Commander R.D. Evans, were rerated to their respective rates by Commander Frank Wildes.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Ensign B.F. Hutchinson was detached from this ship and ordered to U.S.S. "Mohican".

At 1.45pm called all hands to muster, Commander Frank Wildes relieved Commander R.D. Evans of the command of this ship.

The orders of the Navy Department in the matter being read.

Mounted starboard 6-pounder [gun].

Engaged cleaning and repairing ship.

The following men from the yard employed on board, in Construction [Department]: 4 machinists and 4 helpers; 4 calkers; 1 painter; 1 joiner with 1 apprentice; 4 shipfitters with 3 helpers; 1 carpenter with 1 apprentice; and 4 laborers.

In Steam Engineering Department: 6 boiler makers and 6 helpers.

Doctor G.R. Harmon left the ship on three days' leave of absence.

Transferred to Marine Barracks T.A. Sullivan, Private Marine, and M.J. O'Callaghan, Private Marine, with accounts and papers.

Turned in to General Storekeeper: 18 gallons lard oil in Equipment Department.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather and [light airs] from South.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Calm first three hours, then light airs from West.


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25 October 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudless sky, bright starlight.

Calms and SW airs.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, cool.

Slack water high at 6.20am.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 88¾ pounds fresh beef; 88¾ pounds fresh vegetables; and 71 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Calm first half, afterwards light airs from SW.

A Board of Survey met on board and condemned 50 white hats, they to be turned into store.

Lieutenant C.T. Brush and Ensign R.H. Jackson reported for duty on board this vessel, Ensign Jackson's orders specifying that he is ordered as Watch and Division Officer.

Absentees: C. Downey, Coal Heaver, J.F. Caldwell, Coal Heaver, P.T. Harris, Landsman, E. Mitchell, Landsman, R. Klotz, Landsman, T.L. Jones, Second-class Fireman, and W. Howlley, Coal Heaver.

By order of Commanding Officer W.F. Betikofer, Coal Heaver, was declared a deserter from this date, and T.A. Brown, Cabin Cook, was discharged from this ship and the Naval Service.

Received in Engineering Department: 493 gallons lubricating oil; 91 gallons cylinder oil; 600 pounds cotton waste; 114 pounds sheet lead; 45 pounds sheet copper; 35 yards cotton canvas; 12 sail needles; 4 pounds cotton twine; and 1 barrel charcoal.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from West until last hour, when it fell calm.

Lieutenant A.G. Winterhalter was detached from this ship, ordered home and given three month's leave.

Transferred to Supplies and Accounts storehouse the 50 white hats condemned by the Board of Survey.

Tarring down.

Received in Construction Department: 1 tin case for drawings; 60 pounds iron, flat; 124 pounds iron, round; 50 pounds steel bar.

In Equipment Department: 2 lower boom topping lifts; 2 quarter davit topping lifts; 6 scouse kettles; 574 pounds blacksmith's coal; 2 barrels lubricating oil; 47 gallons cylinder oil.

D.D. Donovan, Chief Boatswain's Mate, and F. Hayes, Second-class Fireman, were transferred to hospital.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Calm first three hours, then light airs from SW.

At work on board during day: 6 boiler makers, 6 helpers; 6 machinists, 6 helpers; 3 shipfitters, 3 helpers; 4 calkers; 2 painters; and 1 joiner.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from SW.


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26 October 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Calm.

Bright starlight.


4am to 8am:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Calm.

Received 73 pounds bread and 91¼ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SSE and SSW, calm 2nd hour.

A Board of Survey met on board, with Lieutenant Pond as senior member, for survey of 5 manila hawsers.

Engaged breaking out fore hold and receiving stores.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 1490 pounds biscuit; 3000 pounds flour; 1700 pounds pork; 156 gallons beans; 600 pounds salt beef; 250 pounds rice; 360 pounds butter; 372 pounds sausage; 216 pounds brawn; 1000 pounds ham; 216 pounds fish; 300 pounds coffee; 399 pounds pickles; 49 gallons syrup; 51 gallons vinegar; 864 pounds vegetables; 300 pounds candles; 50 overshirts; 50 undershirts; 50 drawers; 580 yards cap cloth; 1011 yards flannel; 150 pairs shoes; 400 pairs socks; 5 mattresses; 300 neckerchiefs; 300 white hats; 200 watch caps; 6 petty officer's caps; 36 mattress covers; 3000 pounds soap; 1200 pieces tape; 1489 spools silk; 50 shoe brushes; and 50 wisp brooms.

Absentees: C. Downey, Coal Heaver, J.F. Caldwell, Coal Heaver, P.T. Harris, Landsman, E. Mitchell, Landsman,

R. Klotz, Landsman, T.L. Jones, Second-class Fireman, and W. Howlley, Coal Heaver.

Yard workmen employed on board: shipfitters 2; painter 1; machinists 5; machinist helpers 6; tinsmith 1; tinsmith helper 1; boiler makers 3; boiler maker's helpers 4.

Returned to Fish Commission steamer U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross": one seine.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW.

Engaged receiving stores and stowing holds and store rooms.

Received in Engineer's Department: 24 scrub brushes; 12 paint brushes; 6 sash tool brushes; 12 coir brooms; 8 oil can feeders; 18 squirt cans; 6½ pounds copper wire; 30 pounds brass wire; 4 gross brass screws; 1 ladle; 18 hydrometers, glass; 2 dozen [hydrometers], standard; 8 salinometer thermometers; 6 lantern globes; 12 shades for lanterns; 24 pounds lamp wicking; 41 pounds usudurian [?] wicking; 2 sections rubber hose, 1¼ inch; 100 envelopes; 2 pints ink; 6 sheets drawing paper; 20 quires letter paper; 10 quires note paper; 2 red and blue pencils; 12 penholders; 1 gross pens; 10 yards tracing cloth; 1 pint mucilage; 1 mucilage stand; 1 box paper fasteners; 17 log-books; 1 gross gum loops; 12 memorandum books; 2 quires wrapping paper; 50 files, assorted; 2 rasps, wood; 2 reams emery cloth; 6 coal pick handles; 12 hammer handles; 12 sledge handles; 70 feet wire netting; and 1 crucible.

The number of yard workmen employed same as during forenoon.

The following men were received on board from the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence", with bags, hammocks and necessary papers, namely: A. Shoemaker, Coal Heaver, T. Barry, Coal Heaver, H. Hill, Coal Heaver, J. Bowen, Coal Heaver, F.A. Danton, Coal Heaver, D.O. Whipp, Coal Heaver, J. Paul, Second-class Fireman, J.J. Patterson, Second-class Fireman, M.E. Templeton, Landsman, E.P. Weber, Landsman, J. Leader, Landsman, F. Earle, Landsman, E. Baker, Landsman, J.E. McDonald, Landsman, M. Hagan, Ordinary Seaman, and S. Larson, Ordinary Seaman.

Received in Construction Department the following stores, namely: 1 office chair; 1 tin case; 4 varnish brushes; 4 gross wood screws; 50 pounds nails; 10 pounds copper tacks; 1 gallon shellac varnish; 2 monkey wrenches, 10 inches; 4 putty knives; 2 gauge glasses; 6 washers for gauge glasses; 1 breast drill; 1 gross machine screws; 12 brass eye bolts (gangway); 24 ditto (hammock netting); 30 sheets blotting paper; 1 ream typewriter paper.

Turned into store in Construction Department: 50 gallons lubricating oil.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm and light airs from SE.

Paymaster Martin returned from leave.

Received 2000 gallons fresh water from the yard for ship's use.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Moderate breeze from South first part, shifting to light breeze from SSE latter part.

Bright starlight.

J.T. Jones, Second-class Fireman, returned on board 37 hours over time.


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27 October 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Damp and cool, few stars.

Calm and light airs from SW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm.

Received for use of crew: 96¼ pounds fresh beef; 96¼ pounds vegetables; and 77 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Fair and pleasant weather.

Light airs from NNE and calms.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows, namely: 1 painter; 1 joiner; 2 apprentices; 7 machinists; 6 helpers; 1 shipfitter; 1 helper.

Commenced coaling at 8.30am from pile on wharf.

Received up to noon 31 tons 800 pounds.

Absentees: R. Klotz, Landsman, E. Mitchell, Landsman, W. Howlley, Coal Heaver, F.A. Barnes, First-class Apprentice, and C.H. Lutonacker, Seaman.

Declared deserters by Captain's order: P.J. Harris, Landsman, J.F. Caldwell, Coal Heaver, C. Downey, Coal Heaver.

Received in Equipment Department: 6 trysail ladders; 3 United States ensigns, number 7; 3 ditto, number 8; 2 narrow pennants, number 4; and 2 ditto, number 6.

Received in Ordnance Department: 5 pounds copper tacks; 3 hack saw blades; 3 hammer handles; 2 pounds copper rivets and burrs; 1 ream emery cloth; 35 feet brass chain; 75 pounds cotton waste; 60 gallons olive oil; 10 pounds vermilion; 30 pounds Vaseline; 12 sponges; 50 friction primers; 25 "A" targets; 5 pad locks; 2 battle axes; 1 pair cutting pliers, 6 inches; 6 gas check pads 6-inch breech loading rifle; 2 sets discs ditto; 20 pounds manila rope, 12-thread; 30 pounds hemp rope, 18-thread; 3 sewing palms; and 24 sail needles.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs from SW to South.

Following Navy Yard workmen on board, namely: 1 painter; 7 machinists; 6 helpers; 1 shipfitter; 1 helper.

Coaling ship from pile on wharf.

Received about 40 tons during watch.

George Geihl, Seaman, was transferred to U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence".

Received from the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence", with all necessary papers: Tomo Yamada, Landsman.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair and cool.

Light airs from SW.

Navy Yard workmen aboard up to 5.00pm.

At 4.30pm received schooner alongside with 67 tons [coal] on board.

Coaled ship, and at end of day had received 23 tons 2177 pounds from schooner and about 90 tons from yard, leaving on wharf about 30 tons abreast of ship.

Following men returned over time: C.A. Barnes, Apprentice, 32 hours, and C.H. Lutonacker, Seaman, 32 hours.


8pm to midnight:

Partially clear and damp.

Calm and light airs from WNW.

Moon set at 9.30pm.


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28 October 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from WNW.

Slack water low at 2.00am.

Commenced taking readings of barometer from aneroid.

[Note on weather observations page:] Which by comparison with standard at Naval Observatory read too high by 0.06 inch.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs from WNW.

Continued coaling ship, both sides.

Received on board from schooner 17 tons, from wharf about 20 tons.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 98¾ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 79 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Partially cloudy.

Light airs from West.

Following men absent without leave: A. Parkinson, Landsman, and E.P. Franklin, Shipwright.

Received in Equipment Department: 5 memorandum books; 10 sheets drawing paper; 2 steaming covers, lower; 2 ditto, topmast; 1 forecastle screen; 2 sponson covers; 1 set hammock cloths; 1 binnacle cover; 36 point brushes, 5 inches; 6 sash tools; 6 fitch tools; 2 sheets brass; and 10 gallons asphaltum.

In Engineer's Department: 100 fire brick; 500 pounds blacksmith's coal; 6 padlocks; 150 machine screws; 2 gongs, 6 inches; 48 spiral springs; 25 hand lamps; 2 differential pulleys; 54 glass tubes; 600 pounds oatmeal; 125 grommets; 6 Stillson wrenches; 30 twist drills; 2 vises; 12 hack saw blades; 1 glass tube cutter; 4 screw wrenches; 2 wire nippers; 87 pounds steel; and 100 cotters.

Coaling ship from lighter first part of watch, receiving 23 tons 2177 pounds during watch.

Also coaling from dock.

Received in Ordnance [Department] stores as follows: 3 target frames, complete; and 6 6-inch gun covers.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows: 7 machinists; 2 riggers.

The proceedings, findings and sentence of Summery Court Martial in case of John Gallagher, Oiler, having been approved and remission of sentence approved, the above named oiler was restored to duty.

Started fires in A, B and D boilers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from West and WSW.

Coaling ship from dock.

Received following stores in Engineer's Department: 30 feet rubber tubing; 24 corn brooms; 12 buckets; 150 machine screws; 50 lamp tops; 15 pounds lacing leather; 12 packing screws; 2 dies; 14 taps; 43½ pounds brass; 87 pounds steel; 617 pounds sheet iron; 113½ pounds Muntz metal; 220 pounds Tobin's metal; 50 feet rubber hose; 2 quarts muriatic acid; 50 pounds polishing paste; 100 pounds charcoal; 50 pounds lye; 50 pounds potash; 4 pieces indicator cord; 192 brass reducers; 192 jam nuts; 28 check valves; 4 gate valves; 3 angle valves; 111 pounds pipe, brass; 24 oil cups; 120 rubber valves; 54 water gauge glasses; 12 rubber erasers; 20 quires foolscap; 12 sheets blotting paper; 3 ink erasures; 6 ash pan hoes; 2 vises; 12 hack saw blades; 12 packing hooks; 2 cold chisels; 4 slice bars; and 1 set caulking tools.

J.H. Mathison, Captain of Tops, was transferred to U.S.S. "Thetis" with bag, hammock and necessary transfer papers.

Navy Yard workmen on board: 7 machinists; and 2 boiler makers.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Light airs and breezes from WSW and SW.

Finished coaling, having received in all 324 tons 696 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, cool.

Airs from West to SW.

Ebb tide.


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29 October 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.093, Long -122.261


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light airs from West first half, afterwards calm.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cool.

Calm.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 106¼ pounds beef and vegetables each; and 85 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from SW.

Received from U.S.S. "Ranger" the following Marines, with their effects and papers: J.F. Willard, Corporal, William Caulfield, Private Marine, A.E. Hume, Private Marine, and H. Watson, Private Marine.

At 8.50am called all hands to muster and read sentences of Court Martial as follows: R.E. Lee, Private Marine, solitary confinement for 15 days and extra police duties for one month; J.J. Holden, Oiler, sentence remitted; M. Conway, Oiler, reduced to next inferior rating and loss of one month's pay as a Seaman Gunner, amounting to 26 dollars; Joseph Antone, Coal Heaver, solitary confinement on bread and water in double irons for 15 days, with a full ration every fifth day, and the loss of one month's pay, amounting to 22 dollars; R. Burke, Corporal, to be reduced to the ranks, to perform extra police duties for two months and to lose two month's pay, amounting to 38 dollars; E.F. Sherry, Private Marine, solitary confinement on bread and water for 15 days, with a full ration every fifth day, and to lose one month's pay, amounting to 13 dollars; Peter Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker, solitary confinement on bread and water for twenty days, with a full ration every fifth day, and to lose one month's pay, amounting to 25 dollars; the sentences were carried into effect, those awarded confinement being confined at once, the loss of pay was referred to the Secretary of the Navy.

Brought down from the yard the gig, which has been under repairs, and a new copper punt, the old punt being turned in.

Received on board two ice boxes, which have been in the yard for repairs.

E.P. Franklin, Shipwright, returned on board 39 hours over time, and J.F. Caldwell, Coal Heaver, who returned 288 hours over time and had been declared a deserter, was directed to report aboard the receiving ship and give himself up.

E. Mitchell, Landsman, and W. Howlley, Coal Heaver, absent from the ship over time.

Received on board from U.S.S. "Mohican", with transfer papers and effects: Alex Hill, Seaman.

Got sails down from sail loft.

Received on board in Construction Department: 100 pounds metallic rivet cement; 200 feet white pine, 1 inch; 100 feet ash; 50 feet oak, ½ inch, all dressed; 1 hack saw; 24 blades.

In Equipment Department: 2 reams foolscap; 1 ream typewriter paper; and 150 official envelopes.

Received from General Storekeeper: 1 grindstone; and 1 San Dominican flag for U.S.S. "Baltimore"; and 1 box ordnance stores for U.S.S. "San Francisco".


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Airs from SW.

Received from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence" the following men, with their effects and papers: Ah Gee, Landsman, L.M. Badene, Seaman, J. Barthelmes, Ordinary Seaman, W. Ozard, Landsman, G.O. Tripp, Coal Heaver; and from U.S.S. "Thetis": O. Strommer, Seaman.

The following ratings were made: J. Kempter, Seaman to Captain of Tops; J. Carlson, Seaman to Sailmaker's Mate; L.N. Badene, Seaman to Chief Boatswain's Mate; and J. Barthelmes, Ordinary Seaman to Ship's Cook.

Private R. Burke was transferred to Marine Barracks, with papers and effects.

Received on board mail from Post Office for U.S.S. "Baltimore", U.S.S. "San Francisco" and U.S.S. "Charleston".

Received on board in Ordnance Department: 10 pounds tallow; 48¼ yards raven's duck; 210 feet yellow pine; 204 feet yellow pine [sic].

In Engineer's Department: 260 pounds bolts and nuts; 50 pounds washers; 4 packages store bolts; 14 angle valves; 51 pounds Tobin's metal; 52 pounds pipe, brass; 12 memorandum pads; and 125 rubber tube stoppers.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from SSW.

Received on board in Engineer's Department: 169 grate bars; 3 sheets boiler iron; and 5 boiler bridge walls.

In Marines' Department: 12 undershirts; and 12 pairs drawers.

W. Howlley [Howlly in log-book], Coal Heaver, returned on board 108 hours over time, but having been declared a deserter was told to deliver himself up to the receiving ship.

Steam launch's boiler was brought down from the shops.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and pleasant.

Calm.

Received on board from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence": W. Howlly, Coal Heaver.


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30 October 1892

Moored to stone wharf, Mare Island, and at anchor off Sister Island, San Pablo Bay

Lat 37.99, Long -122.44 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and rainy.

Calm and light airs from NE.


4am to 8am:

Rainy.

Airs from South.

Flood tide.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, with occasional rain, foggy last hour.

Light breeze from East.

At 10.30am cast off from dock at Navy Yard and stood down San Pablo Bay.

At 10.25am inspected and mustered at quarters.

Draft forward 13 feet 10 inches, aft 16 feet 6½ inches.

At 11.55am called all hands bring ship to anchor.

Transferred to hospital John Somers, Second-class Fireman.

Received from barracks Carl Schoenfeldt, Private Marine.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 99.9, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, fog and mist, with drizzling rain.

Light to gentle breeze from NE by North.

Ship riding to ebb tide.

At 12.05pm anchored in 6½ fathoms with port anchor, 30 fathoms chain.

Buoy number 1 bearing S36°E (true) and SE Sister Island S27°W (true).

Banked fires.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, cloudy, foggy and drizzling rain.

Light breeze from NE.

Ship swung to flood at 5.00pm.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and damp, occasional mist.

Light breezes from NE.

Riding to flood tide.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast.

Fog lifted, showing [The] Brothers light and the land.

Wind light, backing from NNE to NW by North.

Slack water high at 8.45pm, swung to ebb at 9.45pm.


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31 October 1892

At anchor San Pablo Bay, and at sea, making passage to Acapulco, Mexico

Lat 37.33, Long -122.74


Midnight to 4am:

Generally cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs from North to NW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant, light breeze from WNW to West.

At 4.10am ship finished swinging to flood.

At 6 o'clock spread fires.

At 7.00am called all hands, got under way and stood down San Pablo Bay, conned by the Navigator.

Ship entering Raccoon Pass at end of watch.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 88.6, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fair and pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from NW.

At beginning of watch ship standing out of Golden Gate, Navigator at the conn.

At 9.40am took departure from whistling buoy and set course South by East (per compass).

Put over patent log (starboard) reading 38.6.

At 9.30am went to quarters and instructed divisions in duties at fire and general quarters.

Marine Guard drilled with small arms.

At about 10.30am made all fore and aft sail, and took it in about 11.30am.

Set clock ahead 7 minutes.

Passed a small steamer heading WNW at end of watch.

Average revolutions 94.3, steam 108 pounds, vacuum 27.5 inches, average speed 10 knots.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breezes from NW.

Steering course South by East (per compass) till 12.40pm, when changed to SE½S (per compass), remainder of watch on this course.

Moderate sea on quarter, vessel rolling easily, maximum roll 15° each way.

Fires in three boilers.

Passed Pigeon Point light on port beam about 2.00pm.

At end of watch Point Pinos broad off port bow.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 93.2, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Fresh breeze from NW.

At 5.00pm went to fire quarters, times cast loose and provide: 1st Division 3 minutes 15 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 20 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 42 seconds; Navigator's Division 2 minutes 15 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes 45 seconds; Engineer's Division 2 minutes 36 seconds; Marines 2 minutes 3 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: starboard engine room 1 minute 17 seconds; port engine room 53 seconds; berth deck 58 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 42 seconds; 2nd Division 36 seconds; 3rd Division 37 seconds; Navigator's Division 32 seconds; Powder Division 3 minutes 50 seconds; Marines 45 seconds.

At 5.53pm made Point Sur light bearing E¼S (per compass).

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 91.1, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from NW by North.

At 7.07pm Point Sur light bore NE½E (per compass), changed course to SE (per compass), patent log reading 31.

At close of watch Point Sur light bore North by E⅜E (per compass).

Steam 86 pounds, revolutions 83.6, vacuum 25 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from NW by West.

At 8.20pm changed course to SE½E (per compass).

Ship rolling deeply at times, but motion easy.

At 9.00pm lost sight of Point Sur light bearing North (per compass).

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 95, vacuum 27 inches.



LOGS FOR NOVEMBER 1892


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1 November 1892

At sea, making passage to Acapulco, Mexico

Lat 33.81, Long -120.56


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant weather, bright moonlight and starlight.

Moon set at 2.55am.

Moderate breeze from NW by West.

On course SE½S, making about 9.5 knots.

Moderate sea, ship rolling easily, average roll about 10°, maximum roll 23°.

Average revolutions 86, steam 89 pounds, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Moderate breezes from NW by West and NW by North.

Steering course SE (per compass), under steam in three boilers.

At 5.00am sighted Point Conception broad off port bow.

At end of watch it bore about abeam.

Ship rolling occasionally about 10°.

Average revolutions 76.1, steam 84 pounds, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind from NW by North.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

At 9.40am made Santa Rose Island bearing East (per compass) and subsequently Santa Barbara opened out.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 90.9, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from NW by N.

At 3.00pm lost sight of Santa Barbara Island bearing North.

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 94.4, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather, gentle breeze from NW by North to NNW.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 88.9, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear, with bright moonlight and starlight.

Gentle breeze from NNW.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 95.7, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Moderate to light breeze from North.

At 10.30am changed course to SE¼E (per compass), steering this course remainder of watch.

Under steam in three boilers.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 95.2, vacuum 27 inches.


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2 November 1892

At sea, making passage to Acapulco, Mexico

Lat 30.35, Long -117.75


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Airs from NE.

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 92, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light breeze from North.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 93.4, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant, light breeze from North to NNE.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters, after which they were instructed as follows: 1st Division great guns; 2nd and 3rd Divisions small arms; and Powder Division at stations.

Put clock ahead 13 minutes between 10.00am and 11.00am.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 95.7, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light to gentle breeze from NNW.

At 12.23pm changed course to SE.

At 3.25pm slowed to half speed and commenced swinging ship for compass deviation.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 89.7, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from NNW.

Swinging ship for compass error till 4.30pm, steering course SE (per compass), steam in three boilers, remainder of watch.

At 5.15pm horizon cleared, showing Guadalupe Island [Gaudalupe Island in log-book] on starboard beam, distant about 60 miles.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 73.6, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Light breeze from NW.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 93, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light airs from North.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 95.2, vacuum 26 inches.


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3 November 1892

At sea, making passage to Acapulco, Mexico

Lat 27.02, Long -115.18


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, heavy dew.

Light breeze from North.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 94.3, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, bright starlight and moonlight first part.

Light breezes to light airs from North.

At 5.10am sighted Cerros Island two points forward of port beam and distant about 21 miles.

At 5.16am changed course to SE¼E (per compass).

At 5.38am again changed course to SE½E (per compass).

At 6.48am sighted a full rigged, single topsail ship under sail and steam abaft our port beam and hull down.

Supposed her to be the French flagship "Dubourdieu" ["Dubordieu" in log-book].

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 94.3, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light to gentle breezes from North.

At 9.30am went to quarters and drilled all gun divisions at great guns, Powder Divisions at stations.

Land in sight on port beam all watch.

Steering course SE½E (per compass) all watch.

At 10.30am set clock ahead 14 minutes.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 95.5, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Moderate wind from North to NW.

At 3.06pm commenced to swing ship and had not finished at end of watch.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 94.3, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from North.

At 4.14pm finished swinging ship.

Put ship on course SE¾E (per compass) and put over patent logs.

At 4.57pm changed course to SE by East (per compass), log reading 20.2.

Mustered at quarters at 5.00pm.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 95.6, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, gentle breeze from North.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 94.6, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear sky, with brilliant moonlight.

Moderate breeze from North.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 93, vacuum 27 inches.


Cerros Island is also known as Isla de Cedros.


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4 November 1892

At sea, making passage to Acapulco, Mexico

Lat 24.13, Long -111.86


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Gentle breezes from North, falling to light airs last hour and shifting to East.

Steering course SE by East (per compass).

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 94.7, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Airs from SE.

At 5.15am sighted what appeared to be a flat island bearing East.

Shortly after made out islands to the Southward and a high rugged hump bearing about NE by North (per compass).

At 6.10am moon set.

At 6.12am sun rose.

Saw several whales.

At 8.00am land sighted at 5.15am bore NNE½E (per compass).

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 93.9, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light airs from SE until last hour, then calm.

At 9.30am went to general quarters, cast loose and provide: 1st Division 3 minutes 35 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 2 seconds; 3rd Division 4 minutes 30 seconds; Navigator's Division 3 minutes 5 seconds; forward Powder Division 6 minutes 47 seconds; after Powder Division 4 minutes 0 seconds; Engineer's Division 2 minutes 35 seconds; Marines 2 minutes 42 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: starboard engine room 1 minute 3 seconds; port engine room 1 minute 3 seconds; berth deck 1 minute 25 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 2 minutes 4 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 16 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 15 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 20 seconds; forward Powder Division 9 minutes 2 seconds; after Powder Division 9 minutes 30 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 45 seconds; Marines 1 minute 17 seconds.

At 8.35am changed course to SE by E¼E (per compass), patent log reading 86.4.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 95.6, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from NE to NW.

At 12.23pm changed course to SE by East (per compass), patent log 23.7.

At 3 o'clock sighted high land one point forward of port beam.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 97.7, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breezes from NW first hour, shifting to SW later.

At 5.00pm went to fire quarters and secured at 5.12pm, times ready: 1st Division 2 minutes 50 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 56 seconds; 3rd Division 2 minutes 45 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 15 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 37 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 28 seconds; Marines 1 minute 20 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: starboard engine room 65 seconds; [no time for port engine room]; berth deck 45 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 1 minute 2 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 27 seconds; 3rd Division 42 seconds; Navigator's Division 57 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes 4 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 0 seconds; Marines 50 seconds.

Steam 89 pounds, revolutions 90.4, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light airs and breezes from NW.

Steering course SE by East, under steam alone.

Steam 86 pounds, revolutions 95, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Airs from North.

At 9.30pm made Cape St. Lucas bearing about East by North, at end of watch it bore about NE.

At midnight changed course to SE by E¼E.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 95.9, vacuum 26.5 inches.


Cape St. Lucas is also known as Cabo San Lucas.


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5 November 1892

At sea, making passage to Acapulco, Mexico

Lat 21.27, Long -108.58


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Calm first half, afterwards light to gentle breeze from NE.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 90.4, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, warm last hour.

Gentle breeze from NE.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 92.2, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm, moderate breeze from North.

At 9.30am made all fore and aft sail.

At 10.30am set clock ahead 18 minutes.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 97.1, vacuum 26.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breezes from North.

At 12.25pm changed course from SE by E¼E to SE by E⅝E (per compass).

Steering latter course, under steam and all fore and aft sail, remainder of watch.

By order of Commanding Officer C. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, was this day rated Seaman.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 97.1, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from North.

Sun set at 5.30pm.

Two land birds came on board.

At 4.48pm changed course to SE by E¾E (per compass).

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 87.4, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from North.

At 6.45pm changed course to ESE (per compass), patent log reading 40.2.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 93, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from North.

Ship under steam and all sail at end of watch.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 92, vacuum 25 inches.


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6 November 1892

At sea, making passage to Acapulco, Mexico

Lat 18.70, Long -104.95


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, with bright moonlight.

Gentle to moderate breeze from North.

Under steam and all sail.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 95.8, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Fresh to moderate breezes from North.

Sighted land broad off starboard bow at 5.00am, distant about 30 miles.

Under all sail, course ESE.

By order of Commanding Officer Ah Gee, Landsman, was rated Cabin Cook from October 29th.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 97, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from SE.

At 9.20am changed course to ESE½E.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, the Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew.

Had general muster and read Articles for Better Government of the Navy.

Passed numerous turtles.

At 9.15am took in all sail.

At end of watch land in sight from port beam to quarter.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 87.7, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm first half, afterwards light airs and breeze from West and South.

The Navigator corrected the bridge compass.

At 12.20pm shifted from bridge compass to standard compass for steering.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 92.2, vacuum 25 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Partly cloudy, light breeze from South.

Land in sight during entire watch, on port bow, beam and quarter.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 97, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, light breeze from SE first hour, calm second part.

At 7.07pm changed course to SE by E½E.

At 7.15pm took sounding, no bottom at 55 fathoms.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 97, vacuum 25 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy and damp, occasional moonlight.

Calm till last part, when light airs from East.

Steering SE by E½E till 8.15pm, when changed course to ESE¼E.

Steering latter course remainder of watch.

Land in sight all watch.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 92, vacuum 25.5 inches.


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7 November 1892

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor Acapulco, Mexico

Lat 17.15, Long -101.01


Midnight to 4am:

Fair weather.

Airs from NE.

At 2.30am lost sight of the land.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 87.4, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze and airs from NE.

At 6.00am started fires under starboard after boiler.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 91.4, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm, light airs from NE.

At 8.10am changed course to E¼S, patent log [reading] 18, and at 11.30am changed to ESE¾E, patent log [reading] 49.6.

At [left blank] commenced to use steam from boiler C.

At 9.30am inspected crew at quarters, after which the divisions were drilled as follows: 1st and 2nd great guns and ordnance instructions; 3rd infantry; Powder stations; and Marines infantry.

S.L. Lomax, Seaman Apprentice First-class, was by order of the Commanding Officer assigned extra duty of cleaning bridge rail, for refusing to keep the ship on course as directed by Quartermaster and calling him names.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 94.6, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light and gentle breezes from SSW.

At 1.30pm changed course to ESE½E, and at 3.15pm changed again to ESE¾E (per compass).

At 3.50pm sighted lighthouse off Acapulco harbor a little on port bow.

S.L. Lomax, Seaman Apprentice First-class, performed extra duty for 3 hours.

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 113.2, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breezes from SW.

Steering ESE½E (per compass) till 5.00pm, when changed course as ship approached harbor.

Under steam in four boilers.

Mail steamer passed out of harbor bound to Northward.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 113, vacuum 25.5 inches.

Draft of ship forward 11 feet 7 inches, aft 16 feet 1 inch.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from West.

At 6.23pm anchored in Acapulco harbor in 13 fathoms water, sandy bottom, with port anchor, veering to 45 fathoms chain.

Bearings at anchorage: [left blank].

Sent an officer to communicate with United States Consul and the doctor for pratique.

The Captain of the Port afterwards came off and notified the ship not to hold communication with the shore until after pratique had been granted, which latter could not be done before tomorrow morning.

Banked fires under two boilers and allowed fires to die out under two.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from West to NE.

Calm last hour.


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8 November 1892

At anchor Acapulco, Mexico

Lat 16.840, Long -99.905 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and warm.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Calm most of watch, light airs from North third hour.

Captain of Port and Health Officer paid a visit to the ship and gave pratique.


8am to meridian:

Clear and hot.

Light breeze from SW and SSW.

At 9.30am went to quarters and inspected the divisions.

The American Consul visited the ship and was received with the customary honors.

A salute of seven guns was fired on his departure, American flag at the fore.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, hot.

Light breeze from West.

Sprung ship around, broadside to wind.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and warm.

Gentle breeze from West.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

The Commanding Officer paid an official visit to the United States Consul, the Governor and the Captain of the Port.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze and airs from West.

Occasional flashes of lightning to the NE.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and warm.

Calm most of watch, light airs from ENE second hour.


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9 November 1892

At anchor Acapulco, Mexico

Lat 16.840, Long -99.905 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, calm and damp, bright moonlight.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from NE.

Two coal lighters came alongside and commenced taking coal.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 102½ pounds fresh beef; 102½ pounds fresh vegetables; and 82 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light airs to gentle breeze from WSW.

Engaged in coaling ship from lighters alongside.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Gentle breeze from WSW.

Engaged coaling ship.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair and warm, with lightning latter part.

Gentle breeze from WSW first part, shifting to light breeze from West last hour.

Engaged coaling, received alongside last lighter at 5.30pm, making 220 tons 1320 pounds received in lighters, and about 175 tons received aboard during day.


6pm to 8pm:

Partially cloudy.

Calms and light airs from West, shifting to North.

Lightning to Southward


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and warm.

Lightning to the Northward.

A few drops of rain fell about 10.00pm.


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10 November 1892

At anchor Acapulco, Mexico

Lat 16.840, Long -99.905 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, damp, warm and calm.

Light passing showers at 3.00am.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and warm, calm.

Engaged coaling ship.

Received for use of crew: 102½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 82 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Fair and warm.

Calm to light breeze from West.

Finished coaling ship at 10.15am.

Crew engaged cleaning ship.

H. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, was placed under sentry's charge to await investigation of charge of refusing to do duty.

Bark "Seaforth" shifted her berth.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light to gentle breezes from West.

French flagship "Dubourdieu" ["Dubordieu" in log-book] reported to have passed by harbor bound to Southward.


4pm to 6pm:

Pleasant weather, warm.

Airs from WSW.

The Military Commandant of Acapulco, Colonel Jose T. Peletegni, paid an official visit to the ship, and was saluted with 11 guns when he left.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and warm.

Light airs from NE.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and warm.

Calm.


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11 November 1892

At anchor Acapulco, Mexico, and at sea, making passage to Callao, Peru

Lat 16.63, Long -99.86


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant weather, bright moonlight.

Calm.

Lit fires under boilers A and B.


4am to 8am:

Warm and clear.

Calm.

Fires in three boilers.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 102½ pounds bread; 102½ pounds beef; and 102 pounds vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, hot.

Airs from SW.

Made preparations for sea.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

At 9.35am called all hands up anchor.

Hove up port anchor and stood out under conn of the Commanding Officer.

At 10.02am put over patent logs, the starboard reading 24.2 and the port 41.2.

At 10.28am took departure and set course SE by South (per compass), Rognila [probably a misspelled Roqueta] lighthouse bearing North 39° West (true), distant three miles, patent log showing 27.3 (starboard).

Ship's draught 13 feet 6 inches forward and 16 feet 5 inches aft.

The Commanding Officer assigned the following punishments for the offenses named, both men being placed in confinement accordingly: J. Bowen, Coal Heaver, 6 days' double irons and money stopped for two months, for slow in obeying orders and using obscene language when ordered to take charge of mess; H. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, 2 days' double irons and money stopped for two months for refusing duty and under influence of liquor.

Observed several turtles in the water.

Secured bill of health from Mexican authorities.

At noon changed course to SE (per compass).

R.J. Cooney, Seaman, reported his term of enlistment as expired today.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 46.2, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light breeze from South.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 56.8, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from South and light breeze from SW.

At 5.40pm turned on steam to starboard after boiler.

By order of the Commanding Officer G.R. Coulter, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, was confined in single irons for 2 days, for fighting.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 64.3, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from SW.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 80.5, vacuum 25 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy around horizon, damp.

Calm and light airs from South.

Steaming course SE (per compass), under three boilers.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 80.1, vacuum 26 inches.


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12 November 1892

At sea, making passage to Callao, Peru

Lat 14.35, Long -97.47


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Airs from SE by South.

At 12.40am moon rose.

Sighted a white light, probably a small vessel.

Long easterly swell.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 80.3, vacuum 25 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from East.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 80.4, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm, light airs from East first half, then light to gentle breeze from ESE.

E.P. Franklin, Shipwright, reported the expiration of his term of enlistment.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 80.5, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Moderate breeze from East to ENE.

Ship pitching deeply to long swell from East.

M.E. Templeton, Landsman, and E.P. Weber, Landsman, detailed for duty in fireroom.

M.E. Templeton, Landsman, relieved from duty in fireroom and replaced by E.J. McDonald, Landsman.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and warm.

Fresh breezes, increasing to stiff breezes from ENE.

Making course SE, under steam in three boilers.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 80.5, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudless sky.

Wind strong and at times blowing a moderate gale from NE.

Sea rough.

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 80.2, vacuum 25.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Moderate gale from ENE.

Ship behaving well.

Barometer steady.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 80.3, vacuum 25.5 inches.


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13 November 1892

At sea, making passage to Callao, Peru

Lat 11.35, Long -95.56


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Fresh to moderate breeze from NE.

Sea moderating at end of watch, ship rolling deeply at times.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 80.7, vacuum 25 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from NE by North.

Ship rolling deeply at times to long swell from NNE.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 80.4, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze, decreasing in force to gentle breezes from NE.

At 9.30am went to quarters and inspected the divisions.

At 10.00am set all fore and aft sail, except mizzen topsail and spanker.

At 12.00pm set mizzen topsail and spanker.

By order of Commanding Officer H. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, A. Joseph, Coal Heaver, Rupert Lee, Private Marine, and T. Sherry, Private Marine, were restored to duty, their time of confinement having expired.

Course SE.

Set deck clock ahead 17 minutes.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 81.6, vacuum 26.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Fresh breeze from North to North by West.

A long swell from North, at times heavy.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 84.4, vacuum 25.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from NE.

At 5.12pm changed course to SE¾E, port patent log reading 41.

Hauled in starboard patent log to repair injury to the rotator.

Released from confinement G.R. Coulter, Apprentice, his term having expired.

At 6.00pm put over starboard log again.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 84.8, vacuum 26.5.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, heavy dew.

Gentle breeze from NE.

Under steam and all sail at end of watch.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 84.1, vacuum 25.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light to gentle breeze from NE.

At 8.15pm took in all sail.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 86.5, vacuum 26.5 inches.


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14 November 1892

At sea, making passage to Callao, Peru

Lat 8.72, Long -92.63


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, warm and damp.

Light breezes from NE.

Moon rose at 2.20am.

Course SE¾E, under steam alone.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 84.3, vacuum 25 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Moderate NE wind.

At 6.00am made all sail.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 89.3, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear first half, afterwards cloudy.

Gentle breeze from NE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised divisions.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 89.7, vacuum 26.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm, gentle breeze from NE.

At 12.40pm changed course to SE per standard compass.

Ship under steam and all sail at end of watch.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 87, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze from North.

At 5.00pm went to quarters and served out clean hammocks.

At end of watch ship under steam and all sail.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 88.1, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Sky gradually overcast from Northward, threatening rain.

Gentle breezes from North.

Under steam and all sail, making course SE.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 88.5, vacuum 25 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, cloudy.

Light wind from NNE.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 84.2, vacuum 26.5 inches.


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15 November 1892

At sea, making passage to Callao, Peru

Lat 5.68, Long -90.08


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and warm.

Light breeze from NE.

At 1.45am took in sail.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 85.3, vacuum 25 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, light airs first hour from NE, light breeze from SW last half.

Scrubbed hammocks.

108 pounds Steam, 89.5 revolutions, 26.5 inches vacuum


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with rain squalls on horizon.

Light to gentle breeze from South.

Went to quarters at 9.30am for drill and inspection, and exercised divisions.

Broke out both cables for overhauling.

Slung steam launch's boiler for hoisting out.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 83.8. vacuum 26.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with drizzling rain squalls at times.

Moderate to fresh breezes from South and SSW.

Paid cables below after overhauling them.

Hoist out steam launch boiler.

Several schools of porpoises playing about ship.

At 1.00pm set trysails, staysail and spanker.

At 1.30pm took them in.

At 3.20pm set trysails and staysail.

Course SE.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 85.6. vacuum 25 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast by clouds.

Wind fresh in squalls from SW by South, accompanied by light drizzling rain.

At 4.45pm set spanker.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 86.9, vacuum 26.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, light passing shower last hour.

Stiff breeze from SSW.

Set topsails and jib at 6.15pm.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 86.7, vacuum 25 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with passing shower last hour.

Wind in occasional light squalls from SSW until last hour of watch, when it fell to gentle breeze and shifted to SSE.

Took in and furled all sail.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 84.7, vacuum 26.5 inches.


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16 November 1892

At sea, making passage to Callao, Peru

Lat 3.17, Long -87.38


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with passing showers of rain.

Gentle breeze with occasional stiff squalls from SSE first part, wind shifting to South second hour and moderating.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 82, vacuum 25 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with occasional passing showers.

Gentle to fresh breezes from South, hauling to SSE last hour.

At end of watch sky clearing to Southward.

Course SE, under steam alone.

Barometer rising.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 83, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate wind from South.

At 9.40am inspected at quarters.

Exercised the divisions.

At 9.25am made all sail, but carrying away tack lashing, took in for staysail.

At 11.00am started fires in port after boiler.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 83.4, vacuum 26.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and warm.

Moderate breeze from SSW.

At 1.40pm stopped and backed engines until ship was dead in water and observed effect of sails alone in propelling ship.

No effect was discernible at the end of ten minutes.

Went ahead again on engines.

At 1.40pm changed course to SE¼S, log reading 44.2.

Took in sail at 2.30pm.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 85.4, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy.

Moderate breeze from South.

At 5.43pm changed course to SE¾S (patent log [reading] 88.3).

Shifted from port forward to port after boiler.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 81.5, vacuum 25.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy.

Gentle breeze from South.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 84, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with occasional light mist.

Moderate breezes from South and SSW.

Course SE¾S (per compass).

Steam in three boilers.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 87.6, vacuum 25.5 inches.


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17 November 1892

At sea, making passage to Callao, Peru

Lat 0.22, Long -85.40


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast by clouds.

Wind in moderate puffs from South.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 82.7, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp.

Moderate breeze from SSW.

Barometer rising.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 81.7, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy.

Gentle breeze from South.

At 9.30am exercised crew at general quarters, times cast loose and provide: 1st Division 2 minutes 25 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 15 seconds; 3rd Division 4 minutes 2 seconds; Navigator's Division 2 minutes 5 seconds; Powder Division 3 minutes 45 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 15 seconds; Marines 2 minutes 3 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: starboard engine room 1 minute 40 seconds; port engine room 1 minute 40 seconds; berth deck 2 minutes 5 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 3 minutes 10 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 9 seconds; 3rd Division 2 minutes 3 seconds; Powder Division after 3 minutes 35 seconds; Powder Division forward 3 minutes 35 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 45 seconds; Marines 2 minutes 20 seconds.

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 89.2, vacuum 26.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant weather, gentle and light breeze from South.

At 1.45pm, having run 16 miles from noon and ship being about on equator, hoisted colors and sounded 3 blasts on whistle.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 84.1, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breezes from South.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 83.9, vacuum 25.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate breeze from South.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 85.5, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp, with occasional light passing showers.

Moderate breeze from SSW.

At 8.30pm sounded signal to close watertight doors, doors were closed in 30 seconds.

At 9.05pm sounded call to general quarters, using electric gongs, times of cast loose and provide: 1st Division 3 minutes 45 seconds; 2nd Division 4 minutes 10 seconds; 3rd Division 4 minutes 12 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 30 seconds; Powder Division 3 minutes 40 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 20 seconds; Marines 2 minutes 45 seconds.

Secured at 9.17pm, times: 1st Division 1 minute 56 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 45 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 20 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 15 seconds; Powder Division 3 minutes 4 seconds; Engineer's Division 26 seconds; Marines 45 seconds.

Water becoming cooler.

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 88.6, vacuum 25.5 inches.


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18 November 1892

At sea, making passage to Callao, Peru

Lat -2.86, Long -83.32


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, drizzling rain part of first and second hours.

Moderate to gentle breeze from SSW.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 84.2, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cool, with light passing showers of rain first part.

Light airs from SE first part, calm latter part.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 84.6, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SE and SSE.

P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker, was restored to duty by order of Commanding Officer, his term of confinement having expired.

At 10.30am changed course to SE by South (per compass), steering that course remainder of watch.

At 9.30am went to fire quarters, times ready: 1st Division 1 minute 45 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 40 seconds; 3rd Division 0 minutes 42 seconds; Powder Division forward 1 minute 20 seconds, aft 1 minute 5 seconds; Engineer's Division 0 minutes 30 seconds; Marines 35 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: starboard engine room 28 seconds; port engine room 45 seconds; berth deck 55 seconds.

Secured at 9.47am, times: 1st Division 1 minute 52 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 12 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 5 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 20 seconds; Powder Division forward 3 minutes 3 seconds, aft 2 minutes 55 seconds; Engineer's Division 32 seconds; Marines 45 seconds.

Tested flood cocks and found them in good condition.

Instructed apprentices in signals.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 85.8, vacuum 26.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from South.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 87, vacuum 25 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from South.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 86.5, vacuum 26.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, gentle breeze from South.

At 7.30pm passed through a long narrow phosphorescent streak of water extending from North to South.

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 86.5, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle to moderate breeze from South.

At 8.25pm changed course to SSE¾E (per compass), patent log 42.2.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 87, vacuum 26.5 inches.


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19 November 1892

At sea, making passage to Callao, Peru

Lat -5.94, Long -81.50


Midnight to 4am:

Generally clear, with heavy cloud bank and lightning to Eastward.

Gentle and light breezes from SSE.

Temperature of water fell 4° during the watch.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 86.3, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light wind from South.

Saw a pelican.

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 87.4, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, cool and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from South.

At 11.40am sighted land on port bow.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 89.8, vacuum 25.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from South.

Long moderate swell from South.

At 12.37pm changed course to SSE½E (patent log [reading] 90.4).

At 3.20pm commenced to swing ship (patent log [reading] 16.3).

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 92.2, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, cloudy and cool.

Gentle breeze from South.

Finished swinging ship at 4.50pm and put over patent log.

Set course SSE½E.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 88.8, vacuum 25.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle to moderate breeze from South.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 85.7, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy weather, becoming a little misty the latter part of watch.

Moderate wind from SSE.

At 9.43pm changed course to SE¾S, and at 10.05pm to SE by South.

Observed numerous luminous patches on the water.

Raised a number of sea fowl.

Had trouble with ropes leading from forward steering wheel, but remedied the matter in a few minutes.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 86.3, vacuum 25 inches.


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20 November 1892

At sea, making passage to Callao, Peru

Lat -8.93, Long -79.85


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty, with occasional light drizzle.

Gentle breeze from South to SSE.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 87.5, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy, light drizzle first hour.

Light to gentle breeze from SSE.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 87, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and misty, foggy latter half, started whistle at 10.30am and kept it going until 11.00am, when fog lifted.

Light airs from SE and SSE.

Passed through numerous patches of dark red, muddy, water.

At 9.30am went to quarters and Commanding Officer inspected crew and ship.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 87.5, vacuum 26 inches.

Set clock ahead 14 minutes.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breeze from SE and SSE.

Sighted Peruvian schooner standing to Southward.

Passed a pelican on the water.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 87.3, vacuum 25.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light SE wind.

At 4.15pm changed course to SE½S.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 87.1, vacuum 26.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast first hour, clearing last hour.

Light breeze from SE.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 87, vacuum 25.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy.

Gentle breeze from SE.

At 11.30pm started fires under port forward boiler.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 87.7, vacuum 26 inches.


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21 November 1892

At sea, and at anchor Callao, Peru

Lat -11.85, Long -77.56


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool.

Light to moderate breeze from SE, increasing at times in latter part to stiff breeze.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 87.7, vacuum 25.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, with haze to Eastward.

Moderate breezes from SE.

At 5.20am changed course to SE by E¾E, and at 7.25am to ESE¼E.

At 5.40am connected up fourth boiler.

Large flocks of pelicans flying about.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 103.3, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate wind from SSE.

At 9.30am sighted a sugar loaf island bearing about ENE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

By order of the Commanding Officer, extra duty for one day was assigned F.S. Kirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, for not having an apprentice mark on his shirt.

At noon made land bearing about East by North.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 113.2, vacuum 25.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, cool and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SE and SSE.

At 1.00pm made San Lorenzo Island bearing SSE.

From 1.00pm till 2.22pm changed courses slightly from time to time to head into Callao harbor, making general course SE from 1.00pm to 2.00pm, and S½E from 2.00pm till 2.22pm.

At 2.22pm came to anchor in Callao harbor in 5½ fathoms, soft bottom, and veered to 30 fathoms port chain.

Average Steam pressure for 2 hours, 99 pounds, revolutions 112.3, vacuum 25.5 inches.

Bearings at anchor: left tangent Frontón Island S13°W, clock tower on boat landing N89°E, both true.

Draft forward 12 feet, aft 15 feet 10 inches.

Received visits from officer representing the Captain of the Peruvian warship "Lima", from the Captain of the port, and an officer representing the Captain of H.M.S. "Garnet".

Sent an officer to return visit of Captain of the "Lima" and to call on the United States Consul.

This officer, on returning, brought with him the United States Consul.

Received pratique.

Let fires die out under three boilers.

Fired salute of 21 guns, Peruvian flag at the fore, which was answered from shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, cool and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SSE.

Fired a salute of 7 guns in honor of the United States Consul, on his departure from the ship.

A steamer came in and anchored.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy, light breeze from SSE.


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22 November 1892

At anchor, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and misty.

Light breeze to light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty.

Light airs from SSE and ESE.

The Chilean steamer "Itata" and the German steamer "Diana" came in from the Southward.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and hazy, light airs, first half from South, then light breeze from SSW.

The Commanding Officer visited officially the Peruvian war vessel "Lima", the Prefect of the port, the Captain of the port and the United States Consul.

Crew engaged preparing outside of ship for painting.


Meridian to 4pm:

Hazy, light breeze from South.

Engaged painting ship outside.

Mail steamer for Panama left port, Pacific Steam Navigation [Company's] "Puno".


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and hazy, light breeze to light airs from SE.

Engaged painting ship outside.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs from SE and SSE first part, calm latter part.


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23 November 1892

At anchor, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and misty.

Calm and light airs from WNW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and hazy.

Light NW airs.

Received for use of crew: 82 pounds bread; 102½ pounds beef; 102½ pounds vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and hazy.

Light airs from NW.

Crew engaged in painting ship.

Commanding officer of the "Lima" paid an official visit on board.

Promulgated sentence in case of J.H. O'Conner, Ordinary Seaman, tried by a Summary Court Martial on board this vessel, as follows: solitary confinement, in double irons on bread and water, for 15 days, full ration every fifth day.

In accordance with the sentence, which was approved by the Senior Officer present, O'Connor was confined as ordered.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and hazy.

Light airs from WNW.

Painting ship.

American cable steamer shifted berth to outer harbor.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and hazy.

Light airs from West and South first part, calm latter part.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy and damp.

Calm.

Mail steamer went out to Southward.


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24 November 1892

At anchor, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather.

Airs from South.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and hazy.

Calm to light airs from South.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 102½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 82 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy first part, then clear, with haze around horizon.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew, J. Toole, Water Tender, absent without leave.

Italian ship went out to Northward.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light to gentle breezes from South.

The Peruvian Prefect paid an official visit on board, and on leaving was given a salute of 15 guns, Peruvian flag at fore.

Expended 16 [sic] 6-pounder saluting charges.

Sent liberty party ashore.

J. Toole, Water Tender, returned on board 8 hours over time.


4pm to 8pm:

Partially cloudy and damp.

Light airs to light breezes from SE.

German steamer went out to Southward


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather.

Airs from SE.

Ship rolling slightly at times.


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25 November 1892

At anchor, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs from SSE and South.

Breaking out store rooms.


8am to meridian:

Overcast by clouds, warm.

Airs from South.

Engaged breaking out holds and store rooms for inspection by Permanent Board on Hull.

John Morean, Oiler, reported his term of enlistment as expiring today.

George Lane, Seaman, was placed in solitary confinement for five days on bread and water by order of the Commanding Officer, for having liquor in his possession and being under the influence of liquor on board ship.

Condemned by quarterly board of survey and threw overboard by order of the Commanding Officer: 9 gallons of beans spilled on floor of hold when breaking out.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, warm.

Light breeze from SE.

The Commanding Officer, accompanied by Lieutenant Fiske, paid an official visit to the United States Minister at Lima.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

Engaged breaking out and re-stowing holds and store rooms for inspection by Permanent Board on Hull.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SSE.

Received on board from Grace Brothers & Company: 34 packages oil; and 8 packages sal soda.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and damp.

Light breeze from South.


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26 November 1892

At anchor, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and hazy.

Gentle to light breeze from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and foggy.

Airs from SSE and SE.

Chilean steamer "Mapocho" came in from the Southward.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 82 pounds fresh bread; 102½ pounds fresh beef; and 102½ pounds fresh vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and warm.

Light airs from SE.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and warm.

Light to gentle breeze from South.

At 12.35pm the Squadron of Special Service, consisting of U.S.S. "Baltimore", carrying the flag of Rear Admiral Gherardi, U.S.S. "San Francisco" and U.S.S. "Charleston" hove in sight.

At 1.05pm U.S.S. "Baltimore" hoisted her number, this ship answered and hoisted her number.

At 1.20pm U.S.S. "Baltimore" made general signal 1047, at 1.40pm general signal 4557, at 2.05pm 0080, and at 2.15pm general signal 4557.

The fleet anchored to Northward and Westward of this ship at 1.35pm.

At 2.20pm flagship made signal to this ship, 5783.

The Commanding Officers of this ship and of U.S.S. "Charleston" and U.S.S. "San Francisco" paid official visits to the flagship.

This ship and H.M.S. "Garnet" saluted the flag of Read Admiral Gherardi, which salutes were returned.

U.S.S. "Baltimore" fired a salute of 21 guns, Peruvian flag at the fore, and the salute was returned by the fort on shore.

The United States Consul visited U.S.S. "Baltimore", and was saluted on his departure with 7 guns, United States ensign at the fore.

Sent to U.S.S. "Baltimore" the following articles, received from General Storekeeper, Mare Island Navy Yard, namely: 1 grindstone; 1 flag (San Domingo); and 12 bunker lamps.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cool.

Gentle to light breeze from South and SSE.

The Commanding Officer of this ship paid official visits to U.S.S. "Baltimore", U.S.S. "Charleston" and U.S.S. "San Francisco".

Received in Ordnance Department: 24 sight leaves [leafs in log-book], rifle; 6 sights, complete, rifle; 2 ejector rod heads, revolution; 6 latch springs; 6 main springs; 6 strut springs; 6 crane lock screws; 6 rebound spring pins; 22 hand springs; 3 crane locks; and 2 drifts.

Received in Navigator's Department: 2 boxes containing Ardois signal system.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and hazy, light breeze from SSE.


The sentences of Summary Court Martial of October 17th in case of M. Conway, Oiler, of October 18th in cases of E.F. Sherry, Private Marine, R. Burke, Corporal, A. Joseph, Coal Heaver, of October 19th in case of P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker, were approved November 5th by the Secretary of the Navy.


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27 November 1892

At anchor, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy, misty and cool.

Light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cool and damp.

Light airs and breeze from SSE.

At 7.30am flagship made dress signal 6114.

J. Collins, Water Tender, returned on board.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and misty, light airs from SSE.

At 9.30am called all divisions to quarters, they were mustered and inspected.

Absentees: C. Griffin, Seaman, H. Engel, Ordinary Seaman, J. Kempter, Captain of Tops, M. O'Neil, Coal Heaver, and R. Lee, Private Marine.

The ship and crew were inspected by the Commanding Officer.

H. Engel, Ordinary Seaman, C. Griffin, Seaman, and J. Kempter, Captain of Tops, returned on board 2 hours over time.

Received an official visit from Rear Admiral Bancroft Gherardi, U.S. Navy, accompanied by his personal staff.

Captain Watson, the Commanding officer of U.S.S. "San Francisco", also visited the ship.

The following signals were made by this ship to the flagship: numeral 0 at 9.30am; numeral 2 at 10.00am; and numeral 126 and 4 at noon.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from South.

The Commanding Officers of U.S.S. "Charleston" and H.M.S. "Garnet" paid official visits on board.

At 2.30pm British bark "Oneiga" [?] came in from Southward.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, light airs from SSE, then light breeze from SE.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle breeze from SE.

First hour rest of squadron communicated with each other by Ardois system.


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28 November 1892

At anchor, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light breeze from SE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and hazy, light breeze from South.

Received for use of crew: 102½ pounds fresh beef; 102½ pounds fresh vegetables; and 82 pounds bread.

At 7.25am flagship signaled geographic 6197.

At 8.00am hoisted guard flag at fore.

R. Lee, Private Marine, returned 23 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and misty.

Light airs from South.

At 9.30am went to quarters for inspection and exercised divisions at setting up and other drills as follows: Navigator's Division infantry; 1st Division infantry; 2nd Division great guns; 3rd Division squad and division drill; Powder Division stations.

Absentees: E. Brennan, Boiler Maker, M. Canfield, Private Marine, J. Turner, Chief Gunner's Mate, R. McCauley, First-class Apprentice, and D. Bolger, Blacksmith.

At 9.20am received signal from flagship (general code) "Signal officer repair aboard this vessel", Ensign Jackson was accordingly sent aboard.

At 10.08am flagship signaled "Send guard boat".

At 10.30am received signal (Morse code) from flagship "Send Mr. Boush on board at 1.00 o'clock on survey duty".

At 11.00am received signal (Morse code) from U.S.S. "San Francisco", "To Captain Wildes and Mr. Fiske, members of board of survey, meet on board flagship at 10.00am tomorrow, signed Captain Watson".

Made following routine signals: at 9.30am numeral 0; at 10.00am numeral 5; at 12.00pm numeral 123 and numeral 3.

Crew engaged in painting ventilators.

Received on board from Grace [Brothers] & Company: 3 dozen coal baskets.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from South.

By order of Commanding Officer O. Lee, Seaman, was restored to duty.

At 4.00pm flagship made general [signal] 2984.

Painting ventilators.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair and pleasant weather.

Light airs from South.

D. Bolger, Blacksmith, returned on board 10 hours over time.

At 5.15pm went to quarters and exercised divisions at setting up drill.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from South.

J. Turner, Chief Gunner's Mate, returned on board 15 hours over time.


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29 November 1892

At anchor, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Airs from SE and SSE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs from SSE.

American cable steamer "Relay" went into dry dock.

At 7.30am flagship made [signal] geographic 6197.

R. McCauley, First-class Apprentice, returned 24 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy first part, then clear and pleasant.

At 9.30am went to quarters and drilled at infantry.

Following men absent without leave: J. Morean, Oiler, R. Williams, Seaman, E. Brennan, Boiler Maker, William Canfield, Private Marine, and W. Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman.

Made routine signals as follows: at 9.30am numeral 2; at 10.00am numeral 5; at 12.00pm numeral 119 and numeral 4.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, warm.

Light breeze from SSE.

Sent a liberty party on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from SSE.

E. Brennan, Boiler Maker, returned on board 36 hours over time, J. Morean, Oiler, 29 hours, and R. Williams, Seaman, 29 hours over time.

Asked permission of flagship to scrub bags, granted.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light SE breeze.


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30 November 1892

At anchor, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, damp and cool.

Light airs to gentle breeze from SSE and SE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle breezes to light airs from SE.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 102½ pounds beef; 102½ pounds vegetables; and 82 pounds bread.

W. Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman, returned 24 hours over time.

At 7.30am flagship made [signal] geographic 0000, at 7.35am geographic 6197.


8am to meridian:

Fair weather, warm.

Airs from South.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the battalion and signal class.

Received on board from Grace Brothers & Company: 4 cases olive oil; and 8 jars soda.

Sent on shore to Grace Brothers & Company: 7 jars sal soda.

Unbent topsails and main trysail.

George Lane, Seaman, was released from confinement by order of the Commanding Officer, his term of confinement having expired.

S.L. Lomax, Seaman Apprentice First-class, was reduced to rating of Seaman Apprentice Second-class by order of the Commanding Officer, for disobedience.

The following signals were made to the flagship: at 9.30am numeral 2; at 10.00am numeral 0; and at noon numeral 116 and numeral 3.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, warm and pleasant.

Light airs to gentle breeze from South and SSE.


4pm to 6pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light wind from SSE.

Sent liberty party on shore.

At 4.02pm signaled flagship interrogatory 2984.

Flagship answered and hoisted affirmative pennant.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, cool and pleasant.

Light breeze from SE.

The flagship signaled by Ardois system "The Commander-in-Chief will call on the President tomorrow, leaving on the 2.30pm train. The Commanding Officer and one other officer from each ship will accompany him, special full dress".



LOGS FOR DECEMBER 1892


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1 December 1892

At anchor, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and hazy.

Light breeze from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty.

Light wind from SE.

Commenced tallying coal from hulk into lighters.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 102½ pounds fresh bread; 102½ pounds fresh vegetables; and 82 pounds fresh bread.

At 7.30am flagship made general signal geographic 6157.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cool and damp.

Light breeze from SE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and afterwards overhauled battery.

Made sick report, absentee report to the flagship by signal.

H.M.S. "Garnet" got under way off San Lorenzo Island, came over to Callao harbor under sail, and at 11.20am anchored to Southward and Eastward of this ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy and hazy.

Gentle breeze from SE.

The Commanding Officer, accompanied by Ensign Reid, left the ship to make an official visit with the Commander-in-Chief on the President of Peru.

Received alongside two lighters of coal (78 tons) and commenced coaling ship.

At 4.00pm flagship made general [signal] 2984, this ship answered.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Light breeze from SE.

At 4.30pm flagship made general signal 2984.

The Commanding Officer returned from official visit to President of Peru, made in company with Commander-in-Chief.

Began coaling.

Flagship signaled to U.S.S. "Yorktown" by army code "Board that steamer that has just come in".

Boarded the steamer, the "Lautaro", a Chilean steamer from Pimentel.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy and hazy.

Gentle breeze from SE.


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2 December 1892

At anchor, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and damp, with light drizzling rain latter half.

Light breeze from SE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and wet, with occasional light drizzling rain.

Coaling ship.

At 7.00am flagship made dress signal geographic 6157.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and misty.

Calm.

Engaged coaling ship.

At 10.30am H.B.M.S. "Champion" came in and anchored.

After saluting the port, she hoisted United States flag at the fore and saluted the flag of Rear Admiral Gherardi with 13 guns, this salute was returned gun for gun by U.S.S. "Baltimore".

The following routine signals were made by this ship: at 9.30am numeral 2; at 10.00am numeral 1; at meridian numeral 273 and numeral 3.

Absentee: C. Schoenfeld, Private Marine.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and misty.

Light breeze from South.

Barometer falling rapidly.

Engaged coaling ship.

At 3.00pm finished coaling, having taken in 190 tons 281 pounds.

At 3.05pm made signal (Morse code) to flagship "Finished coaling, have 300 tons aboard, signed Commander Wildes".

C. Schoenfeld, Private Marine, returned on board 30 hours over time.

Flagship made general signal 2984.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and hazy, gentle breeze from SE.

At 5 o'clock signaled (wigwag) to flagship for permission to scrub clothes, which was granted.

At 7.20pm flagship made general signal (Ardois) "The Admiral will wear plain clothes to breakfast tomorrow".


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy and misty.

Light breeze from SSE and SE.

At 8.10pm flagship made general signal (Ardois) "You can allow number sent to go on trip up to La Oroya [Oraya in log-book] road. Will send word when arrangements are completed".


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3 December 1892

At anchor, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs and breezes from ESE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and hazy.

Light airs from ESE.

At 7.30am flagship made general [signal] 6157.

Received for use of crew: 102½ pounds fresh beef; 102½ pounds fresh vegetables; and 82 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and hazy.

Light airs from South.

Engaged cleaning ship.

At 10.00am Commanding Officer paid an official visit to H.M.S. "Garnet".

At 11.00am Admiral and staff visited H.M.S. "Champion", and was saluted with the Guard as he passed this vessel.

Received from flagship message (Morse code) "Train for the Oroya [Oraya in log-book] will leave Sunday morning at 7.00am".

Made following routine signals: at 9.30am numeral 2; at 10.00am numeral 1; at noon numeral 298 and numeral 3.

A. Heyl, Ship's Writer, absent without leave.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light airs from SSE and South.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy and misty.

Light airs from South first part, calm latter part.

At 7.35pm flagship made squadron signal (Ardois) "How many absentees have you tonight?".

Answered "one".

Later flagship made [signal] "Train for La Oroya [Oraya in log-book] leaves at 7.15am sharp".

At 7.50pm flagship made [signal] "Can you move ship with one boiler".

Answered "Yes".


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs from SSE.

Steamer went out to Southward

By order of Commanding Officer S.L. Lomax, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, was placed under sentry's charge, being found drunk on board ship.


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4 December 1892

At anchor, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and hazy.

Airs from SE.

Ship rolling lightly.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SE and SSE.

Barometer rising.

At 7.30am flagship made uniform and time signal.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm.

Light airs from SSE.

At 9.30am went to quarters and Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew.

The Articles for the Better Government of the Navy were then read and the crew mustered.

Absentees: A. Heyl, Ship's Writer, and B. Olsen, Seaman.

S.L. Lomax, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, was placed under sentry's charge to await trial by Summary Court Martial.

Wardroom officers of H.M.S. "Garnet" visited this vessel.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light wind from SSE.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

The Commanding Officer paid an official visit to H.M.S. "Champion".


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light breezes from SSE.

Practiced with Ardois signals in squadron.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, moonlight.

Airs from South by East to SE.

B. Olsen, Seaman, returned on board 15 hours over time.


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5 December 1892

At anchor, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Fair, cool and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from SE.


4am to 8am:

Generally clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes to light airs from SE and SSE.

At 6.00am got under way using steam in one boiler and took position on port quarter of flagship.

At 7.30am flagship made affirmative 6157, routine time and dress signal.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 102½ pounds beef; 102½ pounds vegetables; and 82 pounds bread.

Bearings at anchorage: San Lorenzo light S81°W, left tangent to Frontón Island S10°W, both true.

Anchored in 7 fathoms water, soft muddy bottom, veering to 40 fathoms on port chain.


8am to meridian:

Fair weather, warm.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, A. Parkinson, Landsman, and A.F. Heyl, Ship's Writer, absent over time.

Drilled the divisions.

The Captain of H.M.S. "Champion" paid an official visit on board.

Pacific Steam Navigation Company's steamer "Patagonia" arrived from the Southward.

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.30am numeral 1; at 10.00am numeral 2; and at noon numeral 291.


Meridian to 4pm:

Generally fair and pleasant. Light breeze from SSE.

The Commanding Officer of this ship and two other officers went on board the flagship in special full dress to attend the reception on board to the President of Peru.

At 2.15pm the President of Peru left the mole to visit the flagship and was saluted by H.M.S. "Garnet" and H.M.S. "Champion" with salutes of 21 guns and the manning of yards, and on passing the ships of the United States fleet by salutes of 21 guns and manning the rail.

While the President of Peru was on board the flagship an 8-inch shell was fired out to seaward by that vessel.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair weather.

Light wind from SE and SSE.

At 4.10pm the President of Peru left U.S.S. "Baltimore" for shore.

All the ships of the squadron manned the rail, paraded the Marine Guard and fired salutes of 21 guns.

The fort fired a salute of 21 guns.

At 4.10pm flagship made general signal 5527.

At 5.00pm mustered quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SE.

Squadron exercised with searchlights.

Flagship signaled with Ardois system "How many absentees have you".

This ship answered "Two".


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6 December 1892

At anchor, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and misty.

Light breeze to light airs from SE.

A merchant steamer left harbor for South.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp.

Airs from ESE.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and sultry.

Calm first hour, afterwards light airs from SE by South.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised divisions at divisional drills.

At 9.30am made sick report, at 10.00am absentee report, and at noon coal report to the flagship.

At 10.00am a Summary Court Martial met on board for the trial of S.L. Lomax, Apprentice.

Court adjourned at 11.30am to await action of Revising Authority.

At 10.30am signaled to flagship by army code "Request permission to spread poop awning".

Flagship answered "Permission granted".

By order of Commanding Officer E. Donaldson, Second-class Fireman, was placed in solitary confinement on bread and water for 3 days, for "Insolence and Disobedience of Orders".

By order of Commanding Officer George Lane, Seaman, was rated Captain of Tops, starboard watch, and A. McNicholl, Captain of Tops, was disrated to Seaman and transferred to port watch of afterguard.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and warm.

Light to moderate breeze from SSE.

At 1.00pm flagship made general signal 2984.

At 1.30pm requested and obtained permission to scrape main mast (used Morse code).

Steamer "Aconcagua" from Panama came in and went in side mole about 2.30pm.

At about 3.00pm H.M.S. "Champion" fired a salute of 13 guns, Peruvian flag at fore.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SSE and SE.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

At 4.45pm signaled to flagship by army code "Three men absent without leave, none with leave, liberty finished".


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and hazy.

Light breeze from SE.


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7 December 1892

At anchor, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp, drizzling latter part of watch.

Ship rolling to occasional heavy swell.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty, with occasional drizzle.

Calm.

Scrubbed hammocks.

At 7.30am flagship made dress signal 6157.

Chilean steamer "Laja" came in and anchored.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 102½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 82 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy most of watch.

Calm and light airs from West and NW.

At 9.30am went to quarters and drilled divisions.

Gunner's gang filling saluting charges.

About 9.00am U.S.S. "Baltimore" fired salute of 9 guns, Chilean flag at fore.

Made following routine signals: at 9.30am numeral 2; at 10.00am numeral 2; at 12.00pm numeral 285 and numeral 3.

Absentees: A.F. Heyl, Ship's Writer, and A. Parkinson, Landsman.

By order of Commanding Officer F.S. Kirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, was reduced to 4th class, no monthly money for 3 months, and no beer allowed at Valparaiso or Monte Video, for insolence to Officer of Deck.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Calm and light airs from SSE and South.

At 1.10pm flagship made signal to which squadron replied, then signaled "Is this whistle more or less distinct than yours".

U.S.S. "Yorktown" replied "About the same".

At 3.30pm flagship made general [signal] 3918, and piped down scrubbed hammocks.

Scraping masts and poop ledge.

Instructed signal class.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant weather.

Calm and light airs from South.

At 5.00pm went to quarters.

At 4.50pm U.S.S. "Baltimore" fired a salute of 15 guns, Chilean flag at fore.

At 7.00pm shifted fires from boiler D to C and started distiller.

A. Parkinson returned on board, drunk and 60 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light breezes from SE.

Bottom of oil lamp for guard fell out and went overboard.


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8 December 1892

At anchor, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, heavy dew.

Light breeze from SE and SSE.

Ship rolling lightly at times to ground swell.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and hazy.

Light breeze to light airs from South by East.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 102½ pounds fresh beef and vegetables each; and 82 pounds bread.

At 7.30am flagship made time and dress signal geographic 6157.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and hazy.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, marched to muster, and published sentence of Summary Court Martial in case of S.L. Lomax, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, to wit: solitary confinement for ten days, full ration every third day.

Released J. O'Connor, Ordinary Seaman, his term of confinement having expired.

At 9.40am went to general quarters, times cast loose and provide: 1st Division 1 minute 30 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 10 seconds; 3rd Division 4 minutes 55 seconds; Powder Division forward 3 minutes 15 seconds, after 2 minutes 0 seconds; Engineer's Division 2 minutes 2 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 0 seconds; Marines 2 minutes 30 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: berth deck 54 seconds; engine room port 25 seconds; [engine room] starboard 25 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 2 minutes 10 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 32 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 44 seconds; Powder Division forward 4 minutes 10 seconds, after 3 minutes 40 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 12 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 15 seconds; Marines 1 minute 55 seconds.

Made routine signals: at 9.30am numeral 2; at 10.00am numeral 1; at 12.00pm numeral 281, numeral 4.

Overhauled battery.

Commanding officer of H.M.S. "Garnet" called on wardroom officers of this vessel.

A.F. Heyl, Ship's Writer, absent without leave.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Light wind from SSE.

A social entertainment on board the flagship.


4pm to 8pm:

Generally clear, latter part damp with low lying clouds.

Gentle breezes from SSE.

Steamer came in from Northward.

Several sailing vessels came in, among others an Argentine bark.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light wind from SSE.

Ship rolling lightly to ground swell.


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9 December 1892

At anchor, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light breeze and airs from SE.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and light airs from SE.

German freight steamer "Karnak" ["Karnac" in log-book] came in from Southward.

Pacific Steam Navigation Company steamer came in from Pimentel.

Heavy firing from 6.00am to 8.00am some miles to Northward.

At 7.30am flagship made affirmative 6157.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Airs from SSE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, A.F. Heyl, Ship's Writer, absent without leave.

Exercised at abandon ship, first providing everything and subsequently fitting out the boats with provisions and men.

At 10.57am went to fire quarters, ready: 1st Division 3 minutes 20 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 18 seconds; 3rd Division 3 minutes 23 seconds; forward Powder Division 1 minute 24 seconds; after Powder Division 1 minute 21 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 5 seconds; Engineer's Division 50 seconds; and Marines 1 minute 12 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 2 minutes 11 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 50 seconds; 3rd Division 45 seconds; forward Powder Division 1 minute 12 seconds; after Powder Division 2 minutes 5 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 10 seconds; Engineer's Division 40 seconds; and Marines 1 minute 18 seconds.

Closed watertight doors: berth deck 1 minute 5 seconds; and engine room 36 seconds.

The French flagship "Dubourdieu" came in at 10.30am and anchored.

The following salutes were fired, and in the order given: French flagship "Dubourdieu" 21 guns, with the Peruvian flag at the main; the fort on shore 21 guns; H.B.M.S. "Garnet" 13 guns, with the French flag at the fore; French flagship "Dubourdieu" 13 guns, with American flag at the fore; flagship U.S.S. "Baltimore" 13 guns, with French flag at the fore; and French flagship "Dubourdieu" 13 guns, with British flag at the fore.

The United States Minister to Peru visited U.S.S. "Baltimore" at noon.

At 9.00am the flagship made general telegraph signal 6702, 4343, 7497, 9420, 8277, 7071, 7692.

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.30am numeral 2; at 10.00am numeral 1; and at noon numeral 278, numeral 3.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light to gentle breeze from SSE.

At 1.30pm the boats of the fleet exercised at sailing.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light SE wind.

The United States Minister to Peru left the ship.

Received the Bill of Health from authorities on shore.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light breeze from SE.


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10 December 1892

At anchor, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and hazy.

Airs from SSE.

Chilean steamer "Maipo" came in from Southward, flying American flag at the main.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 102½ pounds fresh beef; 102½ pounds fresh vegetables; and 82 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast first half, afterwards fair.

Light airs to gentle breeze from SSE.

At 9.30am made sick report, at 10.00am absentee report, and at 12.00pm coal report.

At 10.00am flagship made general signal 2239.

Fleet aired bedding.

At 11.00am flagship made general signal 3093.

The Commanding Officers of the fleet repaired on board the flagship.

At 11.30am flagship made general signal 2240.

Fleet piped down aired bedding.

The French Admiral paid an official visit on board U.S.S. "San Francisco", and Admiral Gherardi paid an official [visit] on board "Le Dubourdieu" ["Le Dubordieu" in log-book].

At 10.30am signaled to flagship, by army code, "Request permission to lower gaffs".

Flagship answered "Permission granted".

Lowered gaffs.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SSE.

Engaged latter part of watch preparing ship for sea.

Sent up signal yard and secured it to fore cross trees.

The United States Minister to Peru visited the flagship, on his departure he was saluted with 13 guns.

Captain A. Besson, commanding the French flagship "Dubourdieu" ["Dubordieu" in log-book], paid an official visit to this vessel.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SSE.

Making preparations for sea.

The Commanding and Executive Officers of this vessel left in full dress uniform to attend a banquet at the palace of the President of Peru.

H.M.S. "Garnet" went out to sea, and the French flagship "Dubourdieu" ["Dubordieu" in log-book] shifted her berth.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, light breeze from SSE.

Engines reported ready at 11.10pm.


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11 December 1892

At anchor, Callao, Peru, and at sea, making passage to Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -13.49, Long -77.04


Midnight to 4am:

Fair and hazy, with light fog third hour.

Calm.

At 12.10am Commanding Officer returned to ship and steam launch was hoisted at once.

At 12.10am flagship made signal (Ardois) tactical 237, at 12.30am tactical 251, at 12.40am tactical 255.

In obedience to above signals squadron got under way and stood out of harbor in column, Commanding Officer and Navigator at the conn.

At 1.00am flagship signaled (Ardois) to this vessel "You have no green light".

Flagship made following compass signals (Ardois): at 12.50am West by S½S; at 1.25am South by West; at 1.45am SSE.

At about 2.30am flagship made signal (Ardois) "You will go half speed", but fog coming up, did not complete.

Sounded fog whistle for short time following motions of flagship.

At 2.00am took departure, North end San Lorenzo Island bore N66°E (true), distant 3 miles, and put over patent log reading 41.3.

At end of watch in position on port quarter of flagship, at distance, making about 7 knots on approximate course South by E¾E by standard compass.

Draft of ship forward 12 feet 8 inches, aft 16 feet 2 inches.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 75.1, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from South and SSE.

Steaming in column in squadron at speed about 7 knots till 6.50am, when flagship increased to 8 knots, and finally to 9 knots at end of watch.

At 7.30am flagship made time and dress signal, affirmative 6157.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 78.9, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Airs from SSE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Running at half distance, a part of the time exact, and afterward approximate.

At end of watch ships approximately in position.

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.30am numeral 2; at 10.00am numeral 1; at 10.30am numeral 8.6; at noon numeral 258 and numeral 17, latitude 13°29', longitude 77°03'.

The flagship made the following general signal at 10.50am: 2495.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 92.6, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SSE.

Squadron steaming in column.

At 1.15pm made high land to Eastward, which remained in sight during watch.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 93.3, vacuum 25 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SSE.

Squadron steaming in column at half distance.

Approximate course made by this ship was South by E¾E.

At 5.35pm flagship made [signal] tactical 449, at 5.40pm tactical 251, and at 5.45pm tactical 449.

The squadron was exercised forming echelon, then column.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 93.2, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair and pleasant weather.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SSE.

At about 6.15pm flagship made general signal (Ardois) 4644, Valparaiso and then letters "The fast flagship has to use three boilers in order to make 10 knots. Engineers say can't make sufficient revolutions on two boilers".

Later flagship made signal (Ardois) to this vessel "Do you require 4 boilers".

At end of watch in position in column at distance.

Approximate course South by E⅝E (standard [compass]).

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 93.5, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breezes from SE.

In column at distance, under steam in four boilers.

At 8.10pm finished signaling to flagship as follows: U.S.S. "Yorktown" to flagship: "Wish to keep four boilers till tomorrow"; flagship to U.S.S. "Yorktown": "Granted".

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 93.5, vacuum 25 inches.


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12 December 1892

At sea, making passage to Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -17.19, Long -76.26


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, moon showing through the clouds at intervals.

Light SE wind.

At end of watch the ships approximately in position.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 93, vacuum 25 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light breeze from SE.

Squadron steaming in column at distance.

At 7.30am flagship made dress signal 6157.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 92.5, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant, light SE breeze.

At commencement of watch squadron in column at distance.

At 8.45am the squadron was formed in column at half distance.

At 9.15am the squadron was exercised in forming echelon, and then column.

The following signals were made by the flagship: at 8.45am telegraphic 7846, 1051, 8619, 8848, 6430 followed by numeral 10; at 8.50am general 256; at 9.15am tactical 449; at 9.25am, distinguishing pennant, 300; at 9.50am tactical 485; at 10.15am tactical 449; at 10.20am tactical 485; at 10.45am tactical 449; at 10.50am general 309; at 10.55am tactical 485; at 11.20am tactical 449; at 11.45am general 2.

This ship signaled to flagship: at 8.55am numeral 9, answer 01; at 9.30am numeral 1; at noon numeral 233, numeral 25.

The following message was sent by wigwag to flagship: "While burning Australian and Nanaimo coal, four boilers are better and surer with light fires. Request permission".

Flagship answered "Granted".

At end of watch ship in echelon of vessels, natural order.

At 9.30am went to quarters and drilled divisions.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 90.5, vacuum 25 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from SE.

R. Lockard, Ordinary Seaman, was given extra duty for one week, for striking a shipmate.

At 12.55pm flagship made general signal 2984, and at 1.05pm made 155 (SSE¼E).

At 12.20pm flagship signaled this vessel (wigwag) "What was your latitude report", answered 17°11'.

At end of watch squadron in echelon of vessels, natural order.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 93, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SE.

At 5.35pm flagship made [signal] numeral 1, then general 485, and squadron shifted formation from echelon to column at half distance.

Flagship made [signal] numeral 2.

At end of watch in latter formation.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 93.5, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light SE wind.

At 7.15pm flagship made general signal "U.S.S. "Charleston" take position on starboard quarter at distance, U.S.S. "Yorktown" same on port quarters, U.S.S. "San Francisco" take double distance directly astern. This will be known as First Order of Cruising".

At 7.50pm action.

Took positions accordingly, and at 8.00pm all ships in position.

Tried searchlights.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 92.9, vacuum 25 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SSE.

Squadron exercised with searchlights.

Squadron steaming in First Order of Cruising.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 93, vacuum 25.5 inches.


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13 December 1892

At sea, making passage to Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -20.91, Long -75.34


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SE.

Squadron in First Order of Cruising.

Course SSE.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 93, vacuum 25 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle to light breeze from SE.

At 7.30am flagship made time and dress signal, affirmative 6167.

At end of watch ship in position, First Order of Cruising at distance.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 92.4, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy weather.

Light breezes from SE.

At 9.30am went to quarters and drilled artillery and infantry company.

Flagship made following signals during maneuvers, commencing at 8.40am and lasting till 11.30am: 251, 256; U.S.S "San Francisco" distinguishing [pennant] 333, 431, 255; U.S.S. "Yorktown" [distinguishing pennant] 300, 385, 310, 431, 385, 431, 385, 431, and then wigwag "Drill finished, repeat to U.S.S. "Charleston" and U.S.S. "San Francisco"", which was done.

At 9.30am made [signal] numeral 1, at 12.00pm numeral 209, 24 and latitude 20-54, longitude 75-22.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 89, vacuum 25 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light wind from SSE.

At 1.00pm flagship made general signal 2984.

For the first hour and a half running at exact distance in line, during which time the position pennants of all save the flagship were displayed several times, remainder of watch running in line approximately in position.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 93, vacuum 25 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SSE.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

At 5.21pm flagship made general signal 388, squadron formed column.

At 5.30pm flagship signaled 244, squadron formed in First Order of Cruising.

At 5.45pm flagship made telegraphic signals 7846, 1051, 8619, 8448, 3637, 6124, 6691.

This ship answered numeral 9.1.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 91.6, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast.

Gentle breeze from SE.

Squadron formed in First Order of Cruising, making course SSE⅛E per standard compass.

At 7.20pm flagship made the following signal (Ardois) "Be ready to make 11 knots when signal 2727 is made tomorrow morning at 8 o'clock" and at 7.55pm "Keep strict account of increased consumption caused by increased speed tomorrow".

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 93.9, vacuum 25 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle breeze from SE.

At 10.03pm flagship fired two rockets, squadron went to fire quarters.

At 10.05pm answered with green light.

At 10.10pm flagship signaled "Secure".

Secured at 10.17pm.

Times ready: 1st Division 5 minutes 4 seconds; 2nd Division 5 minutes 10 seconds; 3rd Division 3 minutes 7 seconds; Navigator's Division 3 minutes 2 seconds; Powder Division after 4 minutes 8 seconds, same forward 4 minutes 8 seconds; Engineer's Division 2 minutes 12 seconds; Marines 3 minutes 42 seconds.

Secure: 1st Division 2 minutes 8 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 2 seconds; 3rd 1 minute 10 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 8 seconds; Powder Division after 1 minute 5 seconds, same forward 1 minute 23 seconds; Engineer's Division 42 seconds; Marines 1 minute 12 seconds.

Squadron in First Order of Cruising.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 92.6, vacuum 24 inches.


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14 December 1892

At sea, making passage to Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -24.62, Long -74.43


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Gentle breezes from SE.

In First Order of Cruising, making course SSE.

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 93, vacuum 25.5.


4am to 8am:

Overcast by clouds.

Light wind from SE.

Flagship signaled general at 7.25am 6167, and at 7.55am numeral 44.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 90.7, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised divisions.

Made sick and coal reports to flagship.

At 10.05am flagship made general signal 6017.

This ship answered 10.7.

At 10.17am flagship made general signal 6013.

This ship answered numeral 104.

Ships of squadron reported positions at noon.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 103, vacuum 24 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, gentle breeze from SE.

At 1 o'clock changed course to SSE¼E.

Squadron formed in First Order of Cruising.

At 1 o'clock flagship signaled numeral 154 and numeral 2984.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 103, vacuum 25 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle breeze from SE.

At 5.00pm went to quarters and exercised at setting up drill.

Squadron in First Order of Cruising.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 104.3, vacuum 24 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle breezes from SE by South to SE by East.

In position, First Order of Cruising.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 103.5, vacuum 24 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp.

Light wind from SSE.

Passed through some white colored water first hour.

Keeping position on flagship.

At end of watch ships approximately in position.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 103, vacuum 23 inches.


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15 December 1892

At sea, making passage to Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -28.67, Long -73.30


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SSE.

Squadron steaming in First Order of Cruising.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 103.1, vacuum 24 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cool, gentle breeze from SSE to South.

Squadron steaming in First Order of Cruising.

At 8 o'clock flagship signaled 277, numeral 40.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 103.4, vacuum 24 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs from South.

Flagship made following signals: at 8.40am telegraphic 7846, 3841, 2870, 4373, 3637, 0085, 0338, 3637, 9519, 6504 (Report exact consumption of coal from eight yesterday morning until eight this morning).

Answered numeral 29 710/2240 [29 tons 710 pounds].

At 9.04am flagship made [signal] 251, at 9.07am 256, and at 9.14am 1.

At 9.10am she made telegraphic 7846, 1051, 8619, 4373, 3637, 0085, 0338, 3637, 9319, 6504 (Report average speed from eight yesterday morning until eight this morning).

Answered at 9.28am numeral 10.3.

At 9.30am made numeral 3.

At 9.30am went to general quarters and drilled divisions, times cast loose and provide: 1st Division 2 minutes 40 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 21 seconds; 3rd Division 3 minutes 14 seconds; Powder Division after 2 minutes 34 seconds, same forward 3 minutes 50 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 45 seconds; Engineer's Division 2 minutes 12 seconds; Marines 1 minute 49 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 1 minute 48 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 5 seconds; 3rd 1 minute 25 seconds; Powder Division after 3 minutes 20 seconds, same forward 2 minutes 40 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 12 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 35 seconds; Marines 1 minute 35 seconds.

At 10.04am closed watertight doors: berth deck 1 minute 15 seconds; engine room 45 seconds.

Secured at 10.07am.

At 9.38am flagship made [signal] numeral 10.0, and at 10.55am 244.

Navigator inspected flood cocks and found them in good order.

At noon made following signals: numeral 154, numeral 29, 28 answer 40 numeral, 73 answer 18 numeral 1.

Flagship made [signal] number 2.

At end of watch in First Order of Cruising.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 92.4, vacuum 24 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Generally cloudy and cool.

Gentle breezes from SSE.

At 1.00pm flagship made general [signal] 152, and changed course to SE by South (magnetic).

At 1.10pm flagship made general [signal] 2984 and piped down scrub and wash clothes.

At end of watch in position in First Order of Cruising, making good SSE½E (per compass).

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 91.2, vacuum 25 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast by clouds.

Light wind from SSE.

At 4.13pm put over port patent log reading 77.

Running in First Order of Cruising and at end of watch ships approximately in position.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 92.4, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cool.

Gentle breeze from South by East.

Squadron steaming in First Order of Cruising.

Steam 119 pounds, revolutions 93.3, vacuum 24 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cool.

Gentle breeze from South.

Squadron in First Order of Cruising.

At 10.35pm flagship signaled "General Quarters" by sending up two rockets simultaneously.

Sounded the alarm.

All division being reading in 6 minutes 25 seconds, fired a blank charge in 6-pounder [gun].

At 10.50pm flagship signaled "Secure".

All divisions secured in 3 minutes 40 seconds.

Divisions cast loose as follows: 1st Division 4 minutes 20 seconds; 2nd Division 6 minutes 35 seconds; 3rd Division 5 minutes 36 seconds; Navigator's Division 3 minutes 50 seconds; Engineer's Division 3 minutes 20 seconds; Powder Division after 4 minutes 20 seconds, same forward 6 minutes 28 seconds; Marines 6 minutes 10 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 2 minutes 7 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 5 seconds; 3rd Division 2 minutes 8 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 9 seconds; Engineer's Division 3 minutes 40 seconds; Powder Division after 2 minutes 28 seconds, Powder Division forward 3 minutes 35 seconds; Marines 1 minute 5 seconds.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 93.2, vacuum 25 inches.


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16 December 1892

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -32.35, Long -71.88


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and cool, hazy and misty last hour.

Light breeze to light airs from SSE.

At end of watch in position in First Order of Cruising.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 91.5, vacuum 25 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp, misty at times.

Light airs from North and NW.

In First Order of Cruising, making good course SSE½E.

Sighted a bark standing to Northward.

At 7.30am flagship made affirmative 6167, time and dress signal.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 92.1, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast by clouds.

Light breeze from South.

Misty.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Flagship made the following general signals: at 9.25am 251; at 9.25am 256; at 9.35am 1; at noon latitude 32°20'[S], longitude 66°46'W and numeral 556, numeral 45.

At 9.30am changed order to close column at half distance and ran in this order remainder of watch, at end of which ships approximately in position.

Made the following signals to the flagship: at 9.30am numeral 2; at noon numeral 130, numeral 24, latitude 32°21'S, longitude 71°53'W [N in log-book].

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 91.5, vacuum 25 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and pleasant.

Calm until last hour, then light airs from SE.

At 2.58pm flagship made general signal 148.

Fleet changed course to SE.

At 3.00pm flagship made general signal 2984.

At 3.30pm 160, fleet changed course to South by East, at 3.50pm general 401, fleet formed line in natural order.

At 3.55pm flagship made dress signal 0050.

Fleet entering Valparaiso harbor in line at end of watch.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 91.5, vacuum 25 inches.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, light breeze from East first half.

At commencement of watch squadron standing in for anchorage in Valparaiso.

At 4.30pm came to in 44 fathoms, 90 fathoms port chain.

At 5.00pm shifted anchorage and moored stern to buoy, ship's head North by West.

Bearings from final anchorage: lighthouse N68°W, semaphore on signal hill S46°W, Fort Andes S54°E, all bearings true, 36 fathoms water, soft bottom, 75 fathoms port chain.

Ship's draft 11 feet 5 inches forward and 15 feet 11 inches aft.

The Flagship made the following signals: at 4.15pm preparatory 232; at 4.20pm 220; at 4.28pm 230; at 4.40pm preparatory 237; at 4.58pm 237; at 5.19pm 4557; and at 5.23pm 1071.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Calms and light airs from East.

A merchant steamer came in and anchored.


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17 December 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.04, Long -71.61


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, cool and calm.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cool.

Light breeze from SW.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light airs from NW.

Cleaning ship.

British steamer "Galicia" made ready to slip from buoy.

Made following routine signals: at 9.30am numeral 2; at 10.00am numeral 0; at 12.00pm numeral 125 and numeral 5.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs and breezes from NW and West.

Steamer "Luis Cousiño" went out to Southward.

Rear Admiral Gherardi paid an official visit ashore.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Light breeze from West, shifting to light breezes and airs from SW.

At 6.00pm British steamer "Galicia" left harbor for Southward.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy and cool.

Calm.

Mail steamer went out to Northward


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18 December 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.04, Long -71.61


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast by clouds.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy, cool and calm.

Chilean bark came in from South.

At 7.30am flagship made time and dress signal, affirmative 5114.

Received in Paymaster's Department for crew: 101¼ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 81 pounds of fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from West.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew.

At 10.45am flagship made [signal] affirmative 6157.

At 11.30am Vice Admiral of Chilean Navy paid an official visit aboard the United States flagship U.S.S. "Baltimore", on leaving a salute of 15 guns was fired in his honor, which was returned gun for gun by the Chilean flagship "Almirante Cochrane", with jib hoisted.

By order of Commanding Officer S.L. Lomax, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, was restored to duty, his term of confinement having expired.


Meridian to 4pm:

Weather cleared off fine and continued to end of watch.

The Intendente of Valparaiso visited the flagship, and upon leaving a salute of 17 guns was fired, the Chilean flag at the fore.

The Commanding Officer paid official visits to the Chilean Vice Admiral and the Commanding Officers of the Chilean ships.

At 1.05pm flagship made general signal 3093.

English steamer "Mendoza" arrived from the Southward.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and bright.

Light airs and breezes from SW and SE.

German steamer "Denderah" ["Denerah" in log-book] came in from Southward.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Calm.


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19 December 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.04, Long -71.61


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, cool and calm.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm.

Flagship made time and dress signal, affirmative 6157, at 7.30am.

Compañia Sud Americana de Vapores steamer "Aconcagua" came in from Northward, also steamer of same line from Southward

Received in Paymaster's Department: 101¼ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 81 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light wind from NW to West.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Engaged scraping spars.

At noon a General Court Martial met on board for the trial of Welch, Coal Heaver, the accused being brought on board from the flagship in charge of a non-commissioned officer of Marines.

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.28am interrogatory 6222; at 9.30am numeral 3; at 10.00am numeral 0; and at noon numeral 120, numeral 3.

At 11.30am made general signal 3247, which was answered by the flagship only.

The flagship made at 9.33am affirmative.

The Captain of the Chilean ship "Esmeralda" paid an official visit on board.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Gentle to stiff breeze from West.

At 1.00pm the flagship made general signal 2984.

The Commanding Officer of the "Abtao" and the Executive Officer of the "Almirante Cochrane", her Captain being ill, paid official visits to the Commanding Officer of this ship.

The General Court Martial adjourned, having finished the trial of Welch, Coal Heaver, who was sent back to the flagship.

The United States Chargé d'Affaires visited the flagship, and was saluted on his departure with 11 guns.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate to light breezes from WSW to SSE.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Making preparations for coaling ship.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light airs from North first hour, afterwards calm.


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20 December 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.04, Long -71.61


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool, bright starlight.

Calm, then light airs from SE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast by clouds.

Airs from SSE to NE.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 101¼ pounds fresh beef; 101¼ pounds fresh vegetables; and 81 pounds fresh bread.

The Commanding Officer and Paymaster left the ship at 7.00am on duty to visit Santiago with the Commander-in-Chief.

At 7.30am flagship made signal 6157.


8am to meridian:

Overcast first half, afterwards fair.

Light airs and breeze from North and West.

Made sick, absentee and coal reports to flagship.

Began coaling.

W. Hagan, Ordinary Seaman, was recognized as J.J. Hogan, Apprentice, a deserter from U.S.S. "San Francisco", and was placed in confinement for safe keeping to await the action of the Commander-in-Chief.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, gentle to stiff breeze from West to SW.

Crew engaged coaling ship.

At end of watch receiving fresh water from water boats for use in boilers.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze to light airs from SW and SE until close of watch, when it fell calm.

Coaling ship.

Received during day about 93 tons.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, heavy dew.

Calm.


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21 December 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.04, Long -71.61


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, cool and calm, with occasional lightning around Eastern horizon first part.


4am to 8am:

Fair and pleasant.

Calm until last hour, when light airs from North.

Received: 81 pounds bread; and 101¼ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables.

At 7.30am flagship made dress signal 6157.

Coaling ship.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm, then light to stiff breeze from SW to West.

Engaged coaling ship.

Made routine signals to flagship at 9.30am, 10.00am and noon.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, cool and pleasant weather.

Gentle and moderate breezes from WSW, shifting to SSW.

Coaling ship.

At 12.20pm the American ship "George Skolfield" ["George Skofield" in log-book] (flying J.K.D.Q.) came in from Southward.

At 1.55pm finished discharging lighter number 10 on starboard side, and at 2.40pm received lighter number 51 on port side.

At 3.00pm French steamer "Ville de Paris" came in from South and anchored.

British bark "Santa" came in from South at 1.30pm.

At 3.30pm French steamer "Peron" [possibly "Peronne"] left the harbor for the South.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Wind in moderate squalls from SSW first half of watch, then light airs from South.

Engaged coaling, having received on board up to present time 185 tons.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and pleasant weather.

Light airs from NE first part, shifting to light breeze from ESE third hour, and calm latter part.

Steamer left harbor for South.

At 11.00pm Admiral and party returned from Santiago.


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22 December 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.04, Long -71.61


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and light airs from SW.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, hazy, calm.

Received for use of crew: 101¼ pounds fresh beef; 101¼ pounds fresh vegetables; and 81 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Calm first, then light breeze shifting from West to NE.

Coaling ship, at 8.45am received lighter number 25 on port side, at 9.00am lighter number 17 was discharged and shoved off, at 9.30am number 5 was discharged and sent ashore, and at 10.35am finished with number 25.

At 11.15am received [lighter] number 11 alongside, making 61 tons 1835 pounds aboard and alongside today.

At 8.15am flagship signaled (Morse code) "When will you finish coaling".

Answered "at present rate not before tomorrow night".

At 9.15am flagship made general signals 3094 and 3318, "Commanding Officer repair on board" and "Court Martial dissolved".

Made following routine signals: at 9.30am numeral 4; at 10.00am numeral 0; and at noon numeral 295 and numeral 3.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Fresh to stiff breezes from WSW and SW.

Finished coaling, having received in all 263 tons 1453 pounds.

Total amount on board 373 tons 1088 pounds.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Moderate breezes from SW and SSW, increasing to fresh breezes at times during first half.

Signaled flagship "Finished coaling" at 4.45pm.

Cleaning ship.

At 4.45pm Chilean monitor "Huascar" came in from South and made fast to buoy.

At 5.00pm H.M.S. "Pheasant" came in from South and anchored.

Sent boarding officer to both.

Chilean steamer "Chillán" ["Chillian" in log-book] went to sea.

At 7.45pm flagship made a signal (Ardois) and then signaled that it referred to U.S.S. "San Francisco".


8pm to midnight:

Clear and bright.

Light airs from NE.

Signal, flagship to U.S.S. "Yorktown", "What time did you finish coaling".

Answer "At 4.30pm".


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23 December 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile

Lat -33.04, Long -71.61


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Calms and light airs from SSW.

At 6.00am steamer "Viña del Mar" came in from North.

"Huascar" shifted her berth.

At 8.00am British steamer "Aranco" came in from South.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 101¼ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 81 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm first hour, then light airs and breezes from West and NW.

Commanding officer of "Esmeralda" paid an official visit to this ship.

Cleaning ship.

Following signals made: U.S.S "Yorktown" to flagship, "Permission to use steam launch"; flagship to U.S.S "Yorktown", "Why do you want an exception made in regard to steam launch"; U.S.S "Yorktown" to flagship, "All hands engaged in cleaning ship"; flagship to U.S.S "Yorktown", "Use launch until through cleaning"; flagship to U.S.S "Yorktown", "Admiral wishes answer to question sent by guard boat".

Routine signals: at 9.30am numeral 2; at 10.00am numeral 0; at 12.00pm numeral 371, numeral 2.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Light NW breeze.

Mail from the Northward arrived per "Bolivia".

Received on board the following articles: 1000 pounds white zinc; 30 gallons raw oil; 200 pounds beef; and 160 pounds butter.

At 2.45pm flagship made general signal 2984.

Received on board 4500 gallons water for steaming purposes.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from NNW first part, then calm.

Steamer "Amazonas" went out to Southward.

J.J. Hogan, Ordinary Seaman, was transferred to U.S.S. "San Francisco" in obedience to following order: "The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Yorktown" will please deliver the within named deserter John J. Hogan to the Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "San Francisco". Return this paper to Commander-in-Chief Bancroft, Gherardi, Rear Admiral Commanding Squadron for Special Service".


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright starlight, moonlight.

Airs from SW.


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24 December 1892

At anchor Valparaiso, Chile, and at sea

Lat -33.04, Long -71.61


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light airs from NE first half, afterwards calm.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy first part, then clearing.

Light airs from SW, falling calm and coming out from NE latter part of watch.

Chilean freight steamer "Anita" came in from Southward

At 7.30am flagship made time and dress signal 6157.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light wind from West to SW.

At 9.10am flagship signaled this ship 5843.

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.30am numeral 2; at 10.00am numeral 0; and at noon numeral 368, numeral 3.

J. Sullivan, Seaman, had monthly money stopped for one month, for allowing a man to leave boat contrary to orders.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Gentle to stiff breeze from SW.

Making preparations for sea.

Flagship signaled by army code "Uniform for officers going to ball this evening, special full dress".


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light SW wind.

At 4.35pm mustered at quarters.

Completed preparations for sea.

At 6.10pm called all hands up anchor.

Hove up port anchor, and at 6.25pm went ahead under three boilers.

Stood out of harbor, and at 7.25pm took departure and set course SW by W½W (per compass), patent log reading 7.

At 7.16pm put over patent log reading 5.4.

At 7.25pm Angeles Point [Angles Point in log-book] light bore S79°E, true, and Curaumilla [Caramillia in log-book] light bore S11°W, true.

Ship's draft forward 13 feet 7 inches, aft 16 feet 5 inches.

Received on board in Equipment Department: 3½ gallons raw linseed oil from Cook, Robinson & Company.

At 6.00pm signaled flagship interrogatory 4891, and at 6.05pm flagship signaled this ship 4891.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SW and South.

At 8.33pm changed course to SSW, log reading 16.4, and at 10.47pm to South by W½W, log reading 35.8.

At 9.45pm lost sight of Valparaiso light bearing NE by East.

Moon set at 11.05pm.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 80.3, vacuum 28 inches.


Angeles Point is also known as Punta Angeles.


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25 December 1892

At sea, making passage to Smyth's Straits

Lat -35.10, Long -73.56


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, heavy dew.

Calm, then light airs from NW.

Steam 93 pounds, revolutions 90.3, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp, with rain squalls on horizon middle of watch.

Light airs to gentle breeze from NW.

At early daylight made out distant high land on and abaft port beam, daylight at 4.30am.

Sunrise [at] 4.45am, after sunrise lost sight of land.

Steam 90 pounds, revolutions 89.2, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Gentle breezes from NW and NNW.

At 9.30am went to quarters and Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew.

Land occasionally in sight on port beam.

By order of Commanding Officer the following changes in ratings have been made: O. Strommer to Quartermaster from Ordinary Seaman; A. Nickerson to Oiler from Quartermaster, from December 24th each; and J.E. McDonald to Ship's Writer from Landsman on December 11th.

Fires in 3 boilers.

At 10.00am changed course from South by W½W to S½W (per compass), making latter course remainder of watch.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 89.5, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, light passing drizzle last hour.

Moderate breeze from WNW.

At 3.20pm slowed to half speed and started swinging ship for compass deviation.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 90, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy first hour, overcast, with light showers second hour.

Breeze moderate to gentle from WNW and SW.

Stopped swinging ship at 5.00pm, put over patent logs, starboard log reading 93.1, port log reading 85.1.

Put ship on course S½W, and at 5.43pm changed course to South by West, starboard log reading 99.8.

Steam 119 pounds, revolutions 90.4, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with light passing showers.

Light to moderate breeze from WSW.

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 90.3, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool, with bright starlight and moonlight most of watch.

Gentle breeze from WSW.

At 9.00pm stopped blowers.

At 11.42pm moon set.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 88.9, vacuum 27 inches.


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26 December 1892

At sea, making passage to Smyth's Straits

Lat -38.08, Long -75.18


Midnight to 4am:

Partially clear, with occasional heavy squalls from SW and SSW.

At 1.35am changed course from South by West to South by W½W, which made good remainder of watch.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 90.3, vacuum 26.5 inches.

Early daylight at 3.30am.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind from SW to South by West.

A long heavy swell from Southward and Westward causing the ship to pitch moderately.

Sun rose at 4.40am.

Sighted a steamer to the Eastward standing to the Northward.

Passed two small patches of kelp.

Several albatrosses accompanying the ship.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 89.7, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from South by West.

Long swell from SW and ship pitching 5° each way occasionally.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised divisions.

C.J. Hyde, Apprentice, reported expiration of his term of enlistment.

At 9.00am changed course to South, log reading 42.1.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 88, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, gentle breeze from SSW.

Long swell from SW.

By permission of the Commanding Officer Lieutenant Fiske fired three rounds (common shell) with port 6-pounder Hotchkiss, experimenting with his telescopic sight.

At 12.25pm changed course to S½E (patent log 63.6).

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 89.5, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and cool.

Gentle breeze from SSW.

Pitching easily to long swell from SW.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

At 5.10pm changed course to S¾E by standard compass.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 90.1, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SSW.

Sea moderating.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 89.6, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light SW breeze.

Long sea from Southward and Westward.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 89.7, vacuum 26 inches.


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27 December 1892

At sea, making passage to Smyth's Straits

Lat -41.76, Long -75.79


Midnight to 4am:

Generally fair and pleasant.

Light breeze from SW and WSW.

Moon set at 12.30am.

Daylight last half hour of watch.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 89.4, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy, gentle breeze from SW, hauling to West last hour.

At 7.00am o'clock sighted a whale.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 90, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fair, cool and pleasant weather, with rain squalls around horizon.

Gentle and moderate breezes from West.

At 9.30am went to quarters and drilled divisions.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 90, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Generally clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breezes from West and NW.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 90.8, vacuum 25 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy weather.

Moderate wind from West to WNW.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 91.2, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and unsettled with light drizzling rain, stiff to very fresh breeze from NW and falling barometer.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 90.4, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, hazy, with occasional fresh squalls from NW by West to WNW.

Sea moderately rough, ship pitching and rolling easily.

Barometer falling slowly.

At 8.35pm changed course to S¼E (patent log [reading] 61.5), and at 9.50pm to S¼W (patent log 73.9).

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 89.5, vacuum 27 inches.


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28 December 1892

At sea, making passage to Smyth's Straits

Lat -44.65, Long -77.66


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and squally, with passing showers of rain.

Barometer falling rapidly first part of watch.

Stiff breezes with frequent fresh squalls from WNW, shifting to West.

At 3.50am changed course to South by West, log reading 29.9, and slowed down to 80 revolutions.

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 89.3, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with occasional rain squalls.

Stiff to fresh breezes from West.

Barometer steady.

At 4.25am changed course to SW.

Making that course remainder of watch.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 80.1, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast by fog, accompanied by light squalls with drizzling rain, fog backed off last half of watch leaving a good horizon.

At 9.25am slowed to 70 turns on both engines, and at 11.30am changed course to South by East.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 74.7, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and foggy, with occasional light drizzle and rain.

Breeze moderate to fresh from West by North.

At 12.20pm changed course to SE¾S, log reading 92.5.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 70.5, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and hazy, with drizzling rain.

Gentle breeze from SW by West.

Barometer steady at 29.85.

Irregular swell, general direction from the Westward.

Noticed several flocks of small birds flying to the SE.

Steam 119 pounds, revolutions 70.3, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy and misty, with passing showers of rain.

Gentle to light breeze from SW.

Barometer began to rise and clouds appeared to be breaking.

At 7.10pm changed course to SE½E, patent log reading 43.4.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 70.3, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with drizzling rain all watch.

Light breezes from West and WNW.

At 11.45pm changed course to WSW.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 70.3, vacuum 26 inches.


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29 December 1892

At sea, and at anchor Port Otway

Lat -46.82, Long -75.30


Midnight to 4am:

Weather unsettled, overcast by clouds, light drizzling rain, barometer falling.

Wind from West, light.

At 2.00am changed course to SE by E½E, and at 3.30am went ahead full speed.

Daylight at 3.00am.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 74, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and drizzling, raining last hour.

Light breeze and airs from WSW.

At 7.10am sighted high land bearing about SSE, true.

At 7.33am changed course to ESE½E (per compass), log reading 51.6, at 7.50am to SE, log reading 54.7, at 7.54am to SE by South, log reading 55.4, and at 7.56am to SE by S½S, log reading 55.9.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 111.2, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, drizzling rain.

Calm.

Ship coasting along Tres Montes Peninsular, conned by the Commanding Officer.

At 10.10am ship 1½ miles South (true) of Cape Tres Montes.

At 11.52am anchored in Port Otway in 11 fathoms, sand bottom, port anchor, 30 fathoms chain.

As soon as anchored the Navigator took sounding about the ship.

Banked fires.

Draft forward 12 feet 8 inches, aft 16 feet 3 inches.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 105.7, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cloudy and rainy, foggy first part.

Calms and variable light airs.

Navigator again took soundings off point to Westward.

At 2.45pm got under way and shifted berth further off shore, anchoring at 3.00pm.

Bearings (true) of anchorage as follows: East end of [Isla] Block S7°E, Tent Point S50°W, East entrance point N73°W; 16½ fathoms water, hard sand bottom, 45 fathoms chain, port anchor.

Banked fires.

Allowed large party of men to visit beach.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and damp, occasional showers, occasional blue sky to SW.

Light airs to gentle breeze, coming in puffs from SW.

A rainbow in NE latter part of watch.


6pm to 8pm:

Clearing weather, light passing rain squalls.

Light wind from SW.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with occasional rain.

Light airs and breeze from SW by South.


Port Otway is also known as Puerto Barroso.


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30 December 1892

At anchor Port Otway, and making passage through Smyth's Straits, and at anchor Eden Harbor

Lat -48.09, Long -74.65


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with passing showers.

Light airs from NE to NW first half of watch, fresh squalls last hour from South, with rising barometer.

At 3.35am got under way and stood out of Port Otway, conned by the Commanding Officer.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and squally, with passing showers of rain.

Fresh breezes and moderate gales from SSW.

Rough sea, moderating somewhat latter part.

Barometer rising.

At 4.40am took departure, Cape Stokes bearing S74°W, distant 24 miles, patent log [reading] 3.2, and set course SSE¾E (by standard compass).

Standing across Gulf of Peñas under four boilers whole of watch.

At 5.15am sighted land ahead and later on both bows, and at 7.00am changed course to SSE¼E.

At end of watch entrance to Messier Channel in sight.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 100.8, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Generally clear and cold, occasional passing rain squalls, with moderate to fresh breeze from SSW.

At 9.30am entered Messier Channel.

At 9.45am hauled in port patent log reading 55.

At noon Ech Island bore S65°W, Cocks Head S24°E, both true.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 107.4, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair weather, with passing rain squalls.

Wind from SE to South in squalls.

At end of watch had entered South Reach, Cotopaxi Rock buoy on starboard quarter, distant 1½ miles.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 100.8, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and cool, with passing showers.

Breeze light to gentle from South.

Passed through English Narrows between half past four and five.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 104.3, vacuum 26.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, light passing shower last hour, light breeze from NW to West.

At 6.20pm anchored in Eden Harbor in 24 fathoms, soft blue mud, port anchor, 60 fathoms chain.

Bearings at anchorage: red buoy number 2 S28°E, Eve Island S52°W (true).

Draft of ship forward 12 feet 5 inches, aft 16 feet 3 inches.

A boat was sent ashore and a board bearing the vessel's name was nailed to a tree on the North end of Charles Island.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cold, with passing showers of rain, occasionally bright moonlight and starlight.

Light breeze from SW.


Port Eden is also known as Puerto Edén.

Gulf of Peñas is also known as Golfo de Peñas.

Ech Island is also known as Isla Ech.

Cocks Head is also known as Morro Cock.

English Narrows is also known as Angostura Inglesa.

Eve Island is also known as Isla Eva.

Charles Island is also known as Isla Carlos.


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31 December 1892

At anchor Eden Harbor, standing through Smyth's Straits, and at anchor Porto Bueno

Lat -50.50, Long -74.78


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Calm first part, then light airs from WNW.

Riding to flood.

Daylight at 3.00am.

At 3.40am called all hands up anchor, and at end of watch standing out of Eden Harbor.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light wind from West to NW.

Stood down through Chasm Reach and at end of watch abreast Chacabuco Harbor.

Steam 119 pounds, revolutions 102.7, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with occasional passing showers.

Breeze light to stiff from NW.

Passing through Wide and Conception Channels.

At noon North end of Inocentes Island bore S73°W and Wheeler Island S41°E.

Steam 119 pounds, revolutions 103, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with occasional passing showers, and light squalls from SW.

Ship steaming to the Southward in Inocentes Channel, conned by the Navigator.

At 1.55pm entered Guia Narrows, and at 2.50pm entered Sarmiento Channel.

At 3.55pm anchored in Puerto Bueno in 13 fathoms, port anchor, 31 fathoms chain, bottom sand and gravel.

Bearings at anchorage: Paynter Island [Paynton Island in log-book] N38°E and Pounds Island N74°W (true).

Banked fires.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 95.6, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and cold, with occasional passing rain squalls.

Stiff to fresh breeze from West by North first hour, moderate breeze from WNW latter part.

At anchor in Puerto Bueno.

Navigator sounded around ship from whaleboat.


6pm to 8pm:

Partially cloudy, with passing showers.

Light to gentle breezes from NW and NW by West.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from North to NW.

Moon rose at 8.10pm.


Chasm Reach is also known as Paso del Abismo.

Wide Channel is also known as Canal Wide.

Conception Channel is also known as Canal Concepcion.

Inocentes Channel is also known as Canal Inocentes.

Wheeler Island is also known as Islotes Wheeler.

Guia Narrows is also known as Angostura Guia.

Sarmiento Channel is also known as Estrecho Sarmiento.

Paynter Island is also known as Isla Paynter.

Pounds Island is also known as Islote Pounds.


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