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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.

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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Unclear characters have been replaced by a tilde (~), and unclear or unverified entries are marked with [?].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 1893-1894
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(Maps prepared using Journey Plotter, developed by Maikel. The Plots can only be approximate. They are made by joining-up positions on successive days, and sometimes positions are not given. There will therefore be occasions when the ship appears to have travelled overland)

LOG BOOK – JANUARY 1st 1893 TO JUNE 30th 1893


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Received July 10, 1893.


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LOG BOOK

of the

U.S.S. "Yorktown"

3rd Rate,

of Six Guns,


Commanded By

Commander Frank Wildes, U.S. Navy,

Attached to Special Squadron,

Commencing January 1st, 1893,

at Smyth's Straits, South America,

and ending June 30th, 1893,

at Navy Yard, New York.


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List of Officers


Attached to and on board of the U.S.S. "Yorktown", 3rd Rate, commanded by Commander Frank Wildes, U.S. Navy, during the period covered by this Log-Book, from January 1st, 1893, to June 30th, 1893.


Name

Rank

Frank Wildes

Commander

D. Kennedy

Lieutenant

W.P. Conway

Lieutenant

T.E. De Witt Veeder

Lieutenant

C.J. Boush

Lieutenant

J.H. Reid

Ensign

R.H. Jackson

Ensign

B.A. Fiske

Lieutenant

M.E. Hall

Lieutenant

G. Blocklinger

Lieutenant

W.A. Gill

Lieutenant Junior Grade

H.A. Field

Ensign

A.B. Bates

Chief Engineer

J.R. Martin

Passed Assistant Paymaster

G.E.H. Harmon

Surgeon

C.E. Rommel

Assistant Engineer

C.H. Hayes

Assistant Engineer

G.H. Grendle

Paymaster's Clerk

J.M. Pickerell

Passed Assistant Engineer

A. Moritz

Assistant Engineer


Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] M.E. Hall, Lieutenant, Navigator


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List of Officers


Who have died, been detached, or transferred, on board the U.S.S. "Yorktown", commanded by Commander Frank Wildes, U.S. Navy, during the period covered by this Log-Book, from January 1st, 1893, to June 30th, 1893.


Name

Rank

Time of Occurrence, and Particulars

T.E. De Witt Veeder

Lieutenant

Detached May 18, 1893, and granted 3 months' leave of absence

W.P. Conway

Lieutenant

Detached June 5, 1893, and granted 3 months' leave of absence

C.E. Rommel

Assistant Engineer

Detached June 12, 1893, and ordered to U.S.S. "San Francisco"

Duncan Kennedy

Lieutenant

Detached June 19, 1893, and ordered to duty Torpedo Station, New Port, Rhodes Island

C.H. Hayes

Assistant Engineer

Detached June 20, 1893


Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] M.E. Hall, 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, First-class

1

4

Boatswain's Mate, Second-class

4


Seamen Gunners

1

1

Chief Gunner's Mate

1

2

Gunner's Mates, First-class

0

3

Gunner's Mates, Second-class

0

4

Gunner's Mates, Third-class

4

1

Chief Quartermaster

0

1

Quartermaster, First-class

0

1

Quartermaster, Second-class

1

1

Quartermaster, Third-class

1

6

Coxswains

5

2

Captains of Forecastle

2

1

Chief Carpenter's Mates

1

1

Carpenter's Mates, Third-class

0

1

Sailmaker's Mates

1


Armorer

1

1

Ship's Cook, First-class

1

1

Shipwright

1

1

Baymen

1

1

Master-at-Arms, Chief

1

1

Master-at-Arms, Third-class

0

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


Jack of the Dust

1


Blacksmith

2

1

Cabin Steward

1

1

Cabin Cook

1

1

Ward-room Steward

1

1

Ward-room Cook

1

16

Seamen

13

16

Ordinary Seamen

10

9

Landsmen

6

16

Apprentices

17

6

Machinists

4

1

Boiler Makers

2

3

Water Tenders

2

6

Oilers

5

8

First-class Firemen

9

8

Second-class Firemen

6

15

Coal Heavers

11


Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] M.E. Hall, Lieutenant, Navigator


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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

October 25, 1892

Standard at Naval Observatory, Mare Island, California

.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





Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] M.E. Hall, 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

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







35.7 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

6-pounder

Rapid Fire Hotchkiss






Two

3-pounder

Rapid Fire Hotchkiss






One

1-pounder

Rapid Fire Hotchkiss






Two

37 mm

Hotchkiss Revolving Cannon






Two

Gatling

Short, Model 1880







Boat armament


Sailing Launch: One 1-pounder Rapid Fire Hotchkiss.

First Cutter: One Gatling, model 1880.


Small arms


100 Lee Remington magazine rifles.

114 Colt's Direct Action revolvers.

21 Cutlasses


Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] M.E. Hall, Lieutenant, Navigator


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Tables of Deviation of the Standard Compass Number 491 on board the U.S.S. "Yorktown".


Date

April 5th, 1893

Place of Observation


Latitude

36°58'30" N

Longitude

76°00'00" W

Observed Variation

3°34' West

Ship's Head by Compass

Deviation

North

0°21' E

North by East

0°00'

NNE

0°20' W

NE by North

0°50' W

NE

1°10' W

NE by East

1°10' W

ENE

1°20' W

East by North

1°20' W

East

1°30' W

East by South

1°40' W

ESE

1°40' W

SE by East

1°40' W

SE

1°40' W

SE by South

1°30' W

SSE

1°20' W

South by East

1°20' W

South

1°20' W

South by West

0°00'

SSW

1°00' E

SW by South

1°15' E

SW

1°30' E

SW by West

1°15' E

WSW

1°30' E

West by South

1°30' E

West

1°30' E

West by North

1°30' E

WNW

1°25' E

NW by West

1°25' E

NW

1°20' E

NW by North

1°00' E

NNW

0°50' E

North by West

0°40' E


Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] C.A. Bradbury



LOGS FOR JANUARY 1893


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1 January 1893

At anchor Puerto Bueno harbor, under way, and at anchor Field Anchorage, Magellan Straits

Lat -52.55, Long -73.65


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with occasional light passing showers.

Light breeze from NW and North.

At 3.10am got under way and stood out of Puerto Bueno harbor.

At close of watch standing down Sarmiento Channel.

Draft forward 12 feet 3 inches, aft 16 feet 2 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and cold, with stiff rain squalls from East by North.

Steaming to the Southward in Sarmiento Channel, conned by the Navigator.

At 7.50am in Paso Farquhar [Forquor Pass in log-book]; at end of watch in Collingwood Strait, about one mile to the Northward of Cape Redfern and ½ mile from Newton Island on which Cape Redfern is situated.

Steam 119 pounds, revolutions 105, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy, misty and rainy first, clearing and turning warmer latter part.

Light airs and breeze from SW, shifting to light breeze from SE.

Barometer falling.

At beginning of watch entering Smyth Channel, rest of watch standing through this channel.

Commanding Officer and Navigator conning ship.

At noon rounding Shoal Island.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 105.5, vacuum 26.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cool, with light rain last hour.

Steaming through Smyth Channel till about 2.00pm, when entered Magellan's Strait, Sea Reach.

At end of watch off Cordova Inlet.

Barometer falling and light to moderate breezes hauling from North to East.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 104.5, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and rainy.

Moderate breeze from East.

Standing through the [Magellan] Straits.

At 5.55pm, when off entrance to Field Anchorage, called all hands bring ship to anchor.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 104.9, vacuum 25 inches.

6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and drizzling.

Moderate to gentle breeze from East.

At 6.10pm let go port anchor in Field Anchorage.

The port chain parted at 15-fathom shackle.

Let go starboard anchor and veered to 30 fathoms chain.

Dragged for port anchor, but failed to find it.

Transported sheet anchor forward, put it on port bow and bent chain to it.

Bearings at anchor: Aris Island [Aiks Island in log-book] N46°W, Hat Island N20°30'E, summit of Punta Hill [Hill Island in log-book] N72°E, all true.

Draft forward 12 feet 1 inch, aft 16 feet 2 inches.

Depth of water 10 fathoms, hard bottom.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy, with passing showers.

Occasional moderate squalls from NE to ENE.

Barometer falling.


Sarmiento Channel is also known as Estrecho Sarmiento.

Collingwood Strait is also known as Estrecho Collingwood.

Cape Redfern is also known as Punta Redfern.

Newton Island is also known as Isla Newton.

Smyth Channel is also known as Canal Smyth.

Shoal Island is also known as Isla Shoal.

Sea Reach is also known as Paso del Mar.

Cordova Inlet is also known as Estero Córdova.

Field Anchorage is also known as Fondeadero Field.

Aris Island is also known as Isla Iris.


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2 January 1893

At anchor Field Anchorage, under way and at anchor Sandy Point, Magellan Straits

Lat -53.64, Long -70.80 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy, cold and rainy.

Moderate breeze with fresh squalls from NE first hour, second hour wind moderating and shifting to NW and West, thick weather and raining steadily, light to gentle breeze from West last two hours and weather clearing toward daylight.

Barometer fell rapidly first hour, then rose and remained steady.

Daylight at 3.00am.

At 3.15am spread fires and made preparations for getting under way.

At end of watch heaving in starboard chain.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with heavy rain first part, then clear and bright last hour.

Moderate to fresh breezes in squalls first part, then moderate breezes from West.

Got under way and stood down Long Reach, at end of watch in English Reach, Cape Coventry on port bow, distant 3 miles.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 104.9, vacuum 24 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate West wind.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

Standing through the [Magellan] Straits, at end of watch off Port Famine.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 105.6, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Fresh to moderate breeze from WNW and West.

By order of Commanding Officer H.F. Laing, Apprentice, had his monthly money stopped for one month, for not standing his watch on forecastle as ordered.

At 2.00pm distinguished the flagship U.S.S. "Baltimore", U.S.S. "San Francisco" and U.S.S. "Charleston" at anchor off Sandy Point.

Hoisted our distinguishing pennant.

Flagship answered and hoisted her distinguishing pennant.

At 2.30pm made [signal] interrogatory 1211, flagship answered, and at 2.40pm made 1282, at 2.45pm flagship made to this ship interrogatory 2996, answered by army code "We have 200 tons, do not need any", at 2.48pm made interrogatory 2121, flagship hoisted affirmative.

At 2.48pm came to with port anchor near coal hulk at Sandy Point and veered to 45 fathoms chain.

Draft forward 11 feet 10 inches, aft 16 feet 1 inch.

At 3.10pm made [signal] interrogatory 1047, flagship hoisted affirmative.

The Commanding Officer paid an official visit to the flagship.

The Captain of the Port visited this ship.

Bearings at anchor: beacon on Sandy Point N30°30'E, green buoy N12°W, landing pier N26°W, all true.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair and pleasant weather.

Moderate to gentle breeze from WNW.

Commanding Officer paid a visit ashore to Captain of Port.


6pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, light breeze from WNW to NW.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy, with occasional moonlight latter part.

Light airs from NW by North.

Two freight steamers went out during the watch.

At 9.30pm exercised search lights.


Long Reach is also known as Paso Largo.

English Reach is also known as Paso Inglés.

Cape Coventry is also known as Cabo Coventry.

Port Famine as also known as Puerto del Hambre.

Sandy Point is also known as Punta Arenas.


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3 January 1893

At anchor Sandy Point, and at sea, making passage to Montevideo

Lat -52.93, Long -70.54 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather.

Light breeze from NE, shifting to WNW.

Moon set at 3.45am.

At 1.30am Pacific Mail [Steamship] Company's steamer "Colón" got under way and stood to Westward.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs to gentle breeze from NW and West.

Got under way at 5.30am and spent remainder of watch swinging ship.

At 5.25am made [signal] interrogatory 4890, flagship hoisted affirmative.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, moderate to stiff breeze with occasional fresh squalls from West.

First hour of watch steaming in slowly for the anchorage at Sandy Point.

At 9.17am U.S.S. "Baltimore" got under way and this vessel followed her to the appointed rendezvous 3 miles to Eastward of red buoy, U.S.S. "Charleston" and U.S.S. "San Francisco" following later.

At 10.15am the flagship signaled tactical 251, followed by tactical 254, after which the squadron, formed in column of vessels double distance, stood to the Northward and Eastward.

At end of watch Santa Magdalena Island broad off the port beam.

Broke out fore hold.

At 9.30am we signaled numeral 4 to flagship, and at noon numeral 194 and numeral 9.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 95.4, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Fresh breezes from WSW.

In column, following motions of flagship, standing through Second Narrows first part, latter part in First Narrows.

At 2.15pm flagship signaled (Morse code) "Call down masthead lookout".

Restowed fore hold.

At end of watch in position in column at double distance in First Narrows, Point Baxa beacon broad on starboard quarter.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 103, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and cool.

Fresh breezes from WSW.

Standing out of First Narrows in column at double distance.

At end of watch Possession beacon on port beam.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 101.5, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Fresh wind from SSW.

Passing out of Magellan Straits.

At end of watch off Dungeness Point.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 105.5, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fair and pleasant.

Stiff to gentle breeze from SSW and West.

At 8.20pm took departure, Dungeness beacon bearing N21°W, Cape Virgins N14°E, and log reading 54.6.

At 8.40pm flagship signaled "After crossing bank, speed, numeral 9".

At 9.00pm fleet changed course to NNE, flagship signaled "Compass NNE".

At 9.10pm flagship signaled 244.

Fleet formed in First Order of Cruising.

At 9.20pm flagship made general [signal] 4644, letters, Montevideo.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 85, vacuum 26 inches.


Santa Magdalena Island is also known as Isla Magdalena.

Second Narrows is also known as Segunda Angostura.

First Narrows is also known as Primera Angostura.

Point Baxa is also known as Punta Baxa.

Possession is also known as Posesión.

Dungeness Point is also known as Punta Dungeness.

Cape Virgins is also known as Cabo Virgenes.


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4 January 1893

At sea, making passage to Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -50.98, Long -66.02


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy, gentle breeze from NW by West.

Barometer rising.

Squadron in First Order of Cruising at distance, course NNE.

Early dawn at 2.30am.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 79.7, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fair and pleasant weather.

Light breeze from NW, shifting to NW by North and North by West.

At 7.30am flagship made time and dress signal, affirmative 6167.

Squadron in First Order of Cruising.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 78.6, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cool.

Gentle to moderate breezes from North by West and North.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised divisions.

Made following routine signals: at 9.30am numeral 4; at 12.00pm numeral 175, numeral 19, numeral 50 answer 59, numeral 66.

At 9.30am flagship made to U.S.S. "Yorktown" by wigwag, "Average speed from midnight to nine am".

U.S.S. "Yorktown" to flagship "Eight answer 3".

Flagship then hoisted U.S.S. "Yorktown" distinguishing [pennant] 8 answer 2.

At 11.00am wigwag "What consumption of coal from anchorage to slowing down", U.S.S. "Yorktown" answered 11 answer 457.

In First Order of Cruising at distance.

Fires in three boilers.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 78.1, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair weather.

Moderate wind from North.

Exercised signal class.

Steaming in First Order of Cruising, and at end of watch ships approximately in position.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 79.2, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, cool and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from North.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 79.9, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Moderate breeze from North.

Noticed a rainbow to Eastward.

Squadron in First Order of Cruising.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 78.4, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, fine weather, bright moonlight and starlight latter part.

Gentle to moderate breeze from North.

Moon rose at 10.00pm.

Squadron in First Order of Cruising.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 79.1, vacuum 26 inches.


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5 January 1893

At sea, making passage to Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -48.61, Long -62.72


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, cool, bright moonlight first part.

Early daylight at 2.00am, sun rose at 3.45am.

Gentle breezes from North.

Slight swell from NNW.

In First Order of Cruising at distance.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 79.4, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Light wind from NW.

In First Order of Cruising, and ships approximately in position at end of watch.

At 7.25am flagship made signal 6167.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 78.4, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light breeze from North by West and NW.

At 8.50am flagship made [signal] 6017 and telegraphic 1051, 8448, 6727.

Answered, and made numeral 7 answer 9.

Made sick, coal and latitude and longitude reports to flagship.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and afterwards cleared ship for action and exercised at general quarters.

Times clear ship for action: all divisions ready in 20 minutes 45 seconds; secured in 19 minutes.

General quarters, ready: 1st Division 1 minute 10 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 5 seconds; 3rd Division 2 minutes 20 seconds; Navigator's Division 40 seconds; Powder Division forward 2 minutes 55 seconds, after 1 minute 30 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 25 seconds; Marines 1 minute 55 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 2 minutes 30 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 50 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 40 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 50 seconds; Powder Division forward 2 minutes 30 seconds, after 3 minutes 40 seconds; Engineer's Division 3 minutes 40 seconds; Marines 1 minute 50 seconds.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 78.5, vacuum 26.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy.

Gentle breeze from West.

Barometer rising.

Squadron in First Order of Cruising, course NNE.

At 12.57pm flagship signaled 105, and at one o'clock the squadron changed course to North by E¼E.

At one o'clock flagship made routine signal 2984.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 78.7, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair and pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from West to light breeze from NW.

At 5.00pm went to quarters and exercised divisions at setting up drill.

Squadron in First Order of Cruising.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 79.1, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy and cool, light spit of rain last half hour.

Light breezes from NW.

In First Order of Cruising at distance.

Saw school of whales.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 79.1, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, clouds showing through the clouds at intervals.

Moon rose behind a bank of clouds about 10.00pm.

Running in First Order of Cruising, at end of watch ships approximately in position.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 79.3, vacuum 25.5 inches.


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6 January 1893

At sea, making passage to Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -45.70, Long -60.43


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs from NW first hour, afterwards calm.

Daylight last hour.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 79.3, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy, light airs from NW till last hour, then calm.

At 7.30am flagship made routine signal 6157.

Noticed several patches of detached kelp.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 79.6, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light airs from NNW.

At 9.30am went to fire quarters, afterwards closed watertight doors and made preparations for abandoning ship.

Times fire quarters, ready: 1st Division 1 minute 50 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 50 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 20 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 0 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 10 seconds; Powder Division forward 1 minute 50 seconds, after 1 minute 30 seconds; Marines 1 minute 30 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 1 minute 5 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 40 seconds; 3rd Division 55 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 0 seconds; Powder Division forward 1 minute 15 seconds, after 40 seconds; Engineer's Division 30 seconds; Marines 35 seconds.

Abandon ship, ready: steam launch 11 minutes 0 seconds; 1st cutter 16 minutes 30 seconds; 2nd cutter 14 minutes 30 seconds; gig 11 minutes 40 seconds; whaleboat 19 minutes 10 seconds; sail launch 16 minutes 45 seconds; dinghy 12 minutes.

Secured: steam launch 2 minutes 40 seconds; 1st cutter 2 minutes 20 seconds; 2nd cutter 3 minutes 55 seconds; gig 4 minutes 25 seconds; whaleboat 2 minutes 20 seconds; sail launch 4 minutes 30 seconds; dinghy 2 minutes 15 seconds.

At 9.53am flagship made [signal] 251, at 9.55am 256; at 9.57am 1.

Made following routine signals: at 9.30am numeral 4; at noon numeral 140, and numeral 17, later 45 answer 42 numeral, and 60 answer 26 numeral.

At end of watch in column at half distance.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 79.7, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant, hazy weather.

Smooth, glassy sea.

Calm to light airs from NNW.

In column at half distance till 1.00pm, when flagship made [signal] 242 and shifted to First Order of Cruising.

At 12.25pm flagship made U.S.S. "Yorktown" position.

At 1.05pm flagship made [signal] 2, and at 3.30pm 2984.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 79.7, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair weather.

Light breeze from NNW.

Running in First Order of Cruising, the ships being approximately in position at end of watch.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 80.3, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light breeze from NNW.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 80.2, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy, light to moderate breeze from North.

Occasional flashes of lightning to Northward and Eastward and to Northward and Westward.

Squadron in First Order of Cruising.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 80.8, vacuum 27 inches.


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7 January 1893

At sea, making passage to Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -42.50, Long -58.14


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool, with light rain first hour and occasional lightning around horizon.

Daylight at 3.50am.

Moderate breeze from North.

At 12.20am sighted a sailing ship bound to the Southward and Westward and she passed to Eastward of squadron.

At end of watch in First Order of Cruising.

Steam 119 pounds, revolutions 81.8, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Partially cloudy and hazy.

Moderate breezes from NNW.

In First Order of Cruising.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 81.2, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fair weather.

Light wind from West to NW, shifting last hour to SW and freshening.

At 9.00am formed column at distance, and at 9.15am formed line to the left, ships running under number 1 (exact position) until 11.55am, when number 2 was signaled.

Flagship made the following signals: at 9.05am 255 and 251; at 9.15am 431; and at noon numeral 316, numeral 37, and latitude 42°30'[S], longitude 58°08'[W].

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.30am numeral 5; and at noon numeral 122, numeral 18, and latitude 42°30'[S], longitude 58°09'[W].

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 77.5, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Moderate to light breeze from SW by South and South by West.

At 12.50pm flagship made [signal] 385.

Fleet formed column.

At 1.00pm flagship made [signal] 244 and 102.

Fleet formed in First Order of Cruising and headed N½E.

At 1.10pm flagship hoisted number 2.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 81, vacuum 27.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Partly cloudy.

Light breeze from WSW to SW.

Course made good by bridge compass N⅜E.

Squadron in First Order of Cruising.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 80.7, vacuum 26.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair and pleasant weather.

Light airs from SE and SSE.

Squadron in First Order of Cruising.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 79.3, vacuum 27.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight.

At 10.50pm moon rose.

Light breezes from East.

In First Order of Cruising.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 81.2, vacuum 27.5 inches.


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8 January 1893

At sea, making passage to Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -39.09, Long -56.83


Midnight to 4am:

Fair weather, bright moonlight.

Light East wind.

Occasional flashes of lightning to Eastward.

Running in First Order of Cruising, and ships approximately in position at end of watch.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 80.6, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant until last half hour, then fog.

Light to gentle breeze from East and NE.

At 7.30am flagship made dress signal 6167.

Water rose from 54° to 60° [Fahrenheit].

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 80.1, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Dense fog during entire watch, clearing sufficiently at noon to see flagship.

Light breeze from NE.

Squadron in First Order of Steaming, making course N⅜E by bridge compass.

At 9.30am the Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew at quarters.

At noon this ship signaled numeral 102 and numeral 19, also longitude 56°41'W and latitude 39°07'S.

Flagship signaled numeral 276 and numeral 38 and latitude 39°06'[S], longitude 56°40'[W].

At 9.20am sounded in 48 fathoms, black sand.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 80.9, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and foggy round horizon first part, clearing occasionally, but fog closed in at 1.40pm, and rest of watch dense fog.

Light to gentle breeze from NE.

At 12.20pm flagship made position signal 56°40'W and 39°06'S.

At 1.15pm she signaled (Morse code) "Was your noon position by observation or dead reckoning".

Answered: "Noon position by dead reckoning latitude 39°05'[S], by observation after meridian".

At 1.20pm flagship made general [signal] 5817, and accordingly we hoisted our latitude by observation 39°05'S.

Later flagship signaled (Morse code) "Longitude", and we were answering when fog shut in and prevented finishing message.

At 1.40pm started fog signal and kept it going all watch.

Squadron in First Order of Cruising.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 79.3, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Foggy first part, then clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from NE.

At 6.00pm made [signal] 5187 numeral 4, telegraphic 945, 6 numeral.

At 5.40pm wigwagged "We are using both engines", then 6.15pm numeral "What speed at 6.00pm", answer one knot more.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 76.2, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, hazy weather.

Wind moderate from ENE and freshening.

Barometer falling.

At 7.05pm flagship made general signal 108.

At 7.05pm changed course to NNE.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 90.6, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and damp.

Stiff to gentle breeze from NE.

Fleet steaming in First Order of Cruising.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 89.7, vacuum 27 inches.


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9 January 1893

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor, Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -36.17, Long -55.69


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy.

Moderate to fresh breeze from NE to North.

Sea moderately rough with irregular swell.

Ship pitching deeply at times.

Squadron in First Order of Cruising, course made by bridge compass NNE⅜E.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 86.4, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and gloomy, with occasional light rain squalls latter part.

Moderate breeze with fresh squalls from NNE first part, moderate breeze from North by East latter part.

Rough sea from NNE, ship pitching considerably.

Daylight about 4.30am.

At 4.15am flagship signaled (Ardois system) "Cornet, Compass, Letters, North ¼ point port".

Changed course accordingly and steered N¾W by bridge compass.

Signaled to flagship (Morse code) "What is your course", answered "N½W".

At 7.30am flagship made [signal] affirmative 6167.

Squadron in First Order of Cruising.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 87, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with heavy rain squalls first part, no rain last hour.

Moderate to fresh breezes from North by East.

Made N¾W by bridge compass first hour, then N½W.

Following signals from flagship by wigwag: "Average revolutions since eight", then "What actual speed can you make with boilers now in use".

Answered at 8.00am "Average revolutions since eight is eighty seven and seven tenths", "Actual speed is nine knots".

At 9.00am flagship made "Average knots", answered "Seven, eight tenths".

At 11.40am flagship made [signal] 277, numeral 40, and then "Go ahead and make 10 knots but keep within signal distance".

At 9.30am made [signal] numeral 6, at 12.00pm made numeral 81, numeral 20, 36 answer 08, 55 answer 42.

At end of watch at distance from U.S.S. "Baltimore" and overhauling her.

Took three casts of lead (hand) between 11.00am and 12.00pm, but no bottom.

At 11.50am got sandy bottom at 12 fathoms with Thomson's [Thompson in log-book] sounding machine.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 86.8, vacuum 26.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate wind from NE by North.

Running in First Order of Cruising, and at end of watch ships approximately in position.

Flagship made following general signals: at 1.15pm 277 and numeral 44; at 1.20pm telegraphic 2097, 6322, 8619, 5610, 0970, 7367, 7316; and at 1.40pm 5362.

At 1.50pm signaled flagship latitude 36°10'S at noon.

Sounded at 1.00pm in 15 fathoms, at 2.00pm 10 fathoms, at 3.00pm 11 fathoms and at 4.00pm 10 fathoms.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 105.8, vacuum 25 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from NE by North.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

At 5.35pm fleet changed course to NE, this ship's log reading 10.5.

At 6.00pm changed course to North by E½E, log reading 14.6.

Squadron slowed to half speed at 5.45pm.

At 5.50pm made out high land ahead.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 108.4, vacuum 24 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, light breeze from NE by North.

First hour of watch made course North by E½E, ships approximately in position off port quarter of the flagship.

At 7.00pm flagship signaled course WNW½W (202), after which this ship took up position in First Order of Cruising and made course WNW by bridge compass.

At 7.10pm flagship signaled 826.

At 7.40pm sighted the white revolving light on Flores Island bearing NW by W½W.

Sighted several sails standing to the Westward.

Kept lead going during watch, soundings being from 7½ to 11 fathoms.

At 7.40pm flagship signaled tactics 251 action, followed by tactics 255 action, and the squadron formed in column of vessels at distance.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 93.9, vacuum 24 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, fine weather, a little hazy around horizon latter part; bright starlight.

Moon rose at 11.50pm.

Light breeze from WNW shifting to NNW and North.

At beginning of watch squadron in column at distance, in mouth of Rio de la Plata, heading for Flores Island, light in sight.

At 8.30pm changed course to West following flagship, and soon afterwards sighted English Bank lightship, a fixed white light, bearing about SSW (bridge compass).

Passed several small brigs and a bark on port hand and one steamer on starboard hand, all bound in.

Lights of Montevideo in sight on starboard bow about 8.45pm.

At 8.55pm flagship made (Ardois) "Cornet, Yorktown Letters, Take distance".

About 9.15pm Punta Brava light and soon afterwards El Cerro light on the starboard bow.

At 9.40pm called "Watch bring ship to an anchor".

At 9.50pm flagship made (Ardois) "Cornet, Letters, Take one half more distance".

Flagship exchanged numbers with U.S.S. "Yantic" inside by Very's night signals.

At 10.30pm flagship signaled (Ardois) "Cornet, Yorktown Letters, Take position".

At 10.31pm hauled in patent log, reading 61.7.

At 10.55pm flagship made (Ardois) "Cornet general 2121".

At 10.56pm let go port anchor in Montevideo harbor in 5½ fathoms water, soft mud bottom and veered to 30 fathoms chain.

Banked fires.

Hoisted guard light.

Bearings from anchorage as follows: El Cerro light N11°W, cathedral N37°E, Punta Brava light N76°E, all true.

Ship's draft forward 11 feet 2 inches, aft 15 feet 7 inches.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 102, vacuum 26.5 inches.


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10 January 1893

At anchor Montevideo, Uruguay, and 13 miles up river [Rio de la Plata]

Lat -34.96, Long -56.24


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, moonlight.

Light breeze from NNE to ENE.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from ENE to NE.

Ship riding to flood tide.

The Captain of Port came alongside and granted pratique.

Received on bag of mail.

At 7.30am flagship made routine signal 6157, afterwards general 1071.

At daylight made out U.S.S. "Yantic" at anchor in inner harbor.

At 8.00am flagship saluted the port.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Gentle breeze from East, shifting to East by South last hour.

Riding to flood tide.

Cleaning ship.

About 9.40am shore battery fired a salute of 21 guns, United States flag hoisted.

Flagship made general signal 6028 and then (Morse code) "Mr. Thompson, has our salute been returned".

Answered "Mr. Thompson is not aboard".

Commanding Officer paid an official visit on the flagship and the Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Yantic" paid an official visit on this vessel.

Made following routine signals: at 9.30am numeral 6; at 10.00am numeral 0; at noon numeral 18 and numeral 64.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and hot.

Gentle breeze from ESE.

At 1.00pm made wigwag [signal] "Permission to get under way at 4.00pm for target practice".

Flagship made [signal] U.S.S. "Yorktown" 3093, and Commanding Officer repaired on board flagship in obedience to signal.

At 3.50pm made [signal] interrogatory 4890.

Flagship answering in affirmative, called all hands up anchor and at end of watch heaving in on chain.

At 12.05pm flagship fired a salute of 7 guns, American flag at fore, in honor of American Consul.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Moderate breeze from ESE and East.

At beginning of watch heaving in.

Waited a few moments to allow shore launch to come alongside.

At 4.25pm hove up and started ahead, Commanding Officer at the conn.

At 4.28pm put over patent log, reading 61.7.

Set course W½S (bridge compass) and stood up the river keeping both leads going.

At 5.00pm went to quarters.

At 5.10pm sighted [La] Panela Rock lightship 3 points on starboard bow, and at 5.25pm this bore abeam, distant 2.8 miles.

At 5.50pm called all hands bring ship at anchor, and at 5.55pm let go port anchor in 4½ fathoms water, soft mud bottom, and veered to 30 fathoms chain.

Hauled in patent log, reading 74.7.

Banked fires.

Riding to flood tide.

Nothing in sight from anchorage except [La] Panela Rock lightship, which bore N59°E (true), distant five miles.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight.

Moderate to fresh breezes from ENE and NE.


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11 January 1893

At anchor up river [Rio de la Plata], under way, and at anchor off Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -34.97, Long -56.53 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Moon rose at 12.10am.

Bright starlight and moonlight.

Fresh breeze in puffs from NNE.

Saw several steamers' lights.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Stiff to gentle breeze from NNE.

Riding to ebb tide.

Daylight about 4.30am.

Land visible all alongside starboard side.

Made preparations for target practice.

Navigator placed target at 1500 yards bearing W7°S (standard [compass]).


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light airs to gentle breezes from NNE.

At 8.00am placed observation boat and at 8.40am sounded general quarters and commenced target practice at anchor.

At 10.15am got under way and continued the practice steaming between boats, a second observation boat having been placed.

At end of watch continuing the practice.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, hot.

Light wind from ESE to East.

At 1.40pm ceased firing.

Picked up the boats and target, and at 2.05pm anchored in 4½ fathoms, veering to 30 fathoms on port chain.

Bearing at anchorage: El Cerro NE by E¾E (per compass), distant 14 miles.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 36 6-inch shells; 6-pounder, 80 common shells; 1-pounder, 30 common shells; 3-pounder, 78 common shells; 12 ordinary and 24 reduced charges for 6-inch guns; 12 37 mm common shells; and 48 vent-sealing primers.

One 6-inch shell with ordinary charge was fired for pressure test [in] addition to the above.

At 3.50pm called all hands up anchor.

Hove up port anchor.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Light to moderate breezes from East and ENE.

Got under way at 4.00pm and stood down to Montevideo, under conn of Commanding Officer.

Steered E¾N till about 6.00pm when stood into harbor.

At 6.20pm anchored and shortly hove up anchor and moved a cable's length further in and anchored in 3½ fathoms water, 25 fathoms chain, port anchor.

Put over patent log at 4.08pm and hauled it in at 6.15pm.

At 6.00pm made cornet 236 and U.S.S. "Yantic" answered cornet 235.

Sighted U.S.S. "Charleston" to the Southward and Eastward at about 4.30pm, but lost her again about 5.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light wind from ENE to NNE.

At 8.30pm a vessel came in and anchored to the Southward making cornet 25.

Answered and made cornet 236.


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12 January 1893

At anchor Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -34.92, Long -56.22


Midnight to 4am:

Fair and warm.

Gentle to stiff breeze from NNE.

Lightning around horizon.


4am to 8am:

Rainy weather.

Gentle to fresh breezes in squalls from North first hour, then hauling to SE.

U.S.S. "Charleston" shifted her berth about ¼ mile further to Eastward.

Barometer rising rapidly [29.85 to 30.05].

At 7.20am U.S.S. "Yantic" signaled by wigwag. "Admiral wishes to see Commander Wildes at Oriental Hotel, between nine and ten this forenoon, need not wear uniform".

Received in Paymaster's Department: 100 pounds fresh meat and vegetables each; and 80 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, threatening weather, with fresh NE wind first half of watch, cloudy and warm last half, with wind shifting about the compass and fell light.

At 9.00am let go starboard anchor, veering to 30 fathoms, at same time veered to 40 fathoms on port chain in order to bring the ship up, she having commenced to drag slowly.

At 9.00am started fires under two after boilers.

Received alongside just before noon two lighters of coal.

Made preparation anew for coaling today.

At 11.30am hove up starboard anchor.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cool.

Calm first hour, afterwards moderate to gentle breeze from SE to South.

Shifted berth and anchored at 2.15pm in 4 fathoms water, muddy bottom, and veered to 45 fathoms port chain.

Bearings at anchor: Punta Brava light S66°E, English Hospital S80°E, El Cerro light N51°30'W, all true.

Began coaling.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy weather, with light shower of rain first hour.

Wind light from South by West to SW, shifting to SE last hour.

Engaged coaling ship, received on board today per account 130 tons 1291 pounds.

At [left blank] U.S.S. "Baltimore" made her distinguishing pennant outside, which was answered and the distinguishing pennant of this ship hoisted, she anchored soon after near U.S.S. "Charleston".


8pm to midnight:

Overcast first half, afterwards fair.

Light to gentle breeze from SE.


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13 January 1893

At anchor Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -34.92, Long -56.22


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, light airs to gentle breeze from SE to SSE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, squally weather.

Wind moderate from SE.

Shortly after five [o'clock] two coal lighters came alongside.

Commenced taking in coal at 6.20am, and up to 7.20am took in 35 tons 890 pounds

Found a French man-of-war had come in during the night and anchored outside.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 100 pounds fresh beef; 100 pounds fresh vegetables; and 100 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and squally.

Gentle to stiff breeze from SE.

Coaling ship, received about 116 tons in watch.

Made sick, absentee and coal reports.

At 9.32am flagship made signal to U.S.S. "Yorktown" telegraphic 756, 0094, 2676, 4785, 6365.

U.S.S. "Yorktown" answered telegraphic 0081, 2676, 870, 629, 6915, 0570, 756, 4785, 6365.

Flagship answered telegraphic 0912, 4785, 6365, 4079.

U.S.S. "Yorktown" answered telegraphic 8404, 4079, 9284, 5730, 6398, 15, 0694.

Flagship answered telegraphic 3503, 0088, 6092, 0922.

U.S.S. "Yorktown" hoisted negative pennant.

At 9.00am signaled to U.S.S. "Yantic" by army code "Why are your colors half masted".

U.S.S. "Yantic" answered "Following movements of colors on shore and on government vessels".

Half masted our colors.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, moderate breeze from SE.

Coaling ship, received 83½ tons on board during watch.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with moderate breeze from SE.

Finished coaling, having received in all 364 tons 659 pounds.

At 5.25pm made general signal 2994 to flagship.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from SE.


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14 January 1893

At anchor Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -34.92, Long -56.22


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant weather, bright starlight.

Moon rose at 1.00am.

Gentle to light breeze from East.

Barometer falling rapidly second hour [30.14 to 30.10], then stationary.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from East.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 80 pounds fresh bread; and 100 pounds fresh meat and vegetables each.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant, gentle to moderate breeze from East.

The Commanding Officer visited officially the Captain of the Port, U.S.S. "Yantic", H.B.M. ship "Basilisk" and the Spanish man-of-war "[Cristóbal] Colón".

The Commanding Officer of H.B.M. ship "Basilisk" paid an official visit to this ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Moderate to gentle breeze from East by South.

Sent a liberty party ashore.

At 3.45pm a lighter came alongside with stores.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, gentle to moderate breeze from East by South.

Received on board from Bottine and Company the following stores, in Engineer's Department: 425 gallons lubricating oil; 50 gallons cylinder oil; 375 pounds sal soda.

In Equipment Department: 10 pounds sal ammoniac.

And in Paymaster's Department: 1000 pounds biscuits; 4050 pounds flour; 400 pound salt pork; 400 pounds rice; 240 pounds butter; 396 pounds tomatoes; 572¾ pounds ham; 300 pounds coffee; 100 pounds tea; 1492 pounds sugar; 504 pounds pickles; 60 gallons molasses; 72 gallons vinegar; and 216 pounds tinned vegetables.

The Commanding Officer of Spanish man-of-war "[Cristóbal] Colón" visited this ship officially.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, fine weather, brilliant starlight.

Gentle breeze to light airs from East.


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15 January 1893

At anchor Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -34.92, Long -56.22


Midnight to 4am:

Generally clear and pleasant.

Light breezes, hauling from East to North last hour.

Lightning to Westward.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, passing shower third hour.

Light breeze from North till last part of second hour, then moderate to stiff breeze from SW to SSW.

At 7.00 o'clock New York and Brazilian Mail [Company] steamer "Advance" came in and anchored near this ship.

At 7.30am flagship made routine signal 6167.

Received for use of crew: 80 pounds fresh bread; 100 pounds fresh beef; and 100 pounds vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm, light sprinkle of rain last hour.

Gentle breeze from SSW first part, shifting to light breeze and light airs from East.

Veered 15 fathoms on port chain.

At 9.45am the Commanding Officer of H.M.S. "Magpie" paid an official call on board.

At 10.00am Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.

All hands were then called to muster and General Court Martial order number 1, in case of J.T. Welch, Coal Heaver, tried on board this vessel on December 19, 1892, was promulgated.

Made following routine signals: at 9.30am numeral 7; at 10.00am numeral 0; and at noon numeral 400 and numeral 3.

At noon the following men were absent without leave: C. Griffin, Seaman, J. Gallagher, Oiler, J. Kempter, Captain of Tops, R.L. Henderson, Painter, E. Packard, Machinist, J. Costain, Machinist, and J.E. McDonald, Ship's Writer.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and warm.

Light to stiff breezes, coming in squalls.

Sent liberty party ashore.

Following men returned on board over time: C. Griffin, Seaman, 6 hours; J. Kempter, Captain of Tops, 6 hours; J.E. McDonald, Ship's Writer, 5 hours; J. Costain, Machinist, 5 hours; R.L. Henderson, Painter, 5 hours.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from SSW and South.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes, increasing at times to stiff squalls, from South and South by East.

At 8.30pm veered to 52½ fathoms on port chain.


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16 January 1893

At anchor Montevideo, Uruguay, and standing up river [Rio de la Plata]

Lat -34.92, Long -56.22


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Light wind from SE to SSE.


4am to 8am:

Fair and pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from SSE, shifting to moderate breeze from South last hour.

Daylight about 4.45am.

Received following fresh provisions in Paymaster's Department: 80 pounds fresh bread; and 100 pounds fresh beef and vegetables each.

G.A. Lane, Captain of Tops, and R.J. Cooney, Seaman, returned from liberty drunk.

J. Gallagher, Oiler, returned from liberty 23 hours over time.

Two British merchant steamers came in and anchored.

At 7.30am flagship made time and dress signal, affirmative 6107.

At 7.50am water boat came alongside and secured astern.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breezes from SSE.

At 9.30am went to quarters and inspected divisions.

E. Packard, Machinist, absent without leave.

Receiving in Equipment Department fresh water.

At 10.10am U.S.S. "Charleston" hoisted jack at main yard.

At 9.30am made numeral 4, at 10.00am numeral 1, at 12.00pm numeral 396, numeral 4.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from SE.

At 1.00pm started fires under three more boilers.

Making preparations for sea.

At 1.00pm signaled flagship interrogatory 2984, granted.

Received on board for steaming purposes 7500 gallons fresh water.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from SE and SE by East.

At 6.15pm Rear Admiral Bancroft Gherardi, his personal staff and Captain J.C. Watson, U.S. Navy, came on board and this ship hoisted the Rear Admiral flag, U.S.S. "Baltimore" hauling down at once.

At 6.20pm called "All hands up anchor" and stood out of harbor under conn of Commanding Officer.

At 6.50pm put over patent log, reading 94.9, and set course SW⅞W.

At end of watch [La] Panela light disappeared broad on starboard quarter.

E. Packard, Machinist, returned on board 38 hours over time.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 103.2, vacuum 25.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from SE to NE.

Steered the following courses: at 9.44pm West by South; at 10.24pm W½S; at 10.30pm W½N; at 10.34pm West by North; at 10.42pm WNW½; at 11.00pm WNW; at 11.13pm NW by W½W; at 11.27pm NW½W; and at 11.56pm NW⅝N, all per bridge compass.

At 10.00pm made Indio Point light bearing about West by North.

Passed several vessels at anchor and a steamer standing to Northward and Westward.

At end of watch Indio Point light bore about SE.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 101.5, vacuum 26 inches.


Indio Point is also known as Punta Indio.


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17 January 1893

Under way, anchored off City, and moored to dock, Buenos Aires

Lat -34.623, Long -58.363


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate to gentle breeze from NE.

At 1.37am changed course to NW¼W, log reading 63.5, at 1.45am to NW by West, log 65.0, at 1.57am to to NW by W½W, log 67.7, at 2.10am to WNW¾W, log 69.3.

At 1.05am sighted Chico lightship bearing NW by West, and at 3.55am sighted Isla Farallón [Faralline in log-book] and Colonia lights bearing about NNW and North.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 102.5, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, gentle breeze from NE.

At 4.02am changed course to W¾N (patent log 91.5), at 4.18am to W¼N (patent log 98), and at 5.00am to W½S (patent log 2.5).

After this heading to Northward and Westward for anchorage near entrance of channel to the harbor of Buenos Aires, where ship was anchored at 5.45am in 3¾ fathoms, soft bottom, 30 fathoms port chain.

Ship under conn of Commanding Officer, pilot also on the bridge.

Found the Argentine vessels "Veinticinco de Mayo" and "Patagonia" at anchor off entrance to channel.

At 7.40am the Health Officer came off in tug, the ship communicated with her by boat, and pratique was granted.

At 8 o'clock fired a salute of 21 guns, Argentine flag at fore.

A salute was fired by the "Veinticinco de Mayo", with the United States flag at the fore, the number of guns could not be counted, the reports were not sufficiently loud.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 99.4, vacuum 24 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Gentle breeze from NE first part, then calm and light airs from NE.

At 9.00am an officer from the "Patagonia" paid an official call on board and it was returned by the flagship Lieutenant.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised divisions.

About 10.00am sent aboard tug and got a pilot.

Spread fires.

At 10.30am got under way and stood up for Buenos Aires, Commanding Officer, Navigator and pilot at the conn.

At 11.00am a tug took us in tow and about 11.30am we entered the Boca, where another tug took a line on port quarter.

At end of watch standing through Boca.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and hot.

Light breezes from NE and ESE.

An officer of the Senior Italian ship "Dogali", the Argentine ship "Villarino" and the Russian ship "Rynda" sent officers with customary offers of courtesy.

Flagship Lieutenant returned these calls.

The Commanding Officer of the "Rynda" subsequently paid an official visit to this ship.

At beginning of watch ship passing through numbers 1 and 2 gates, and about 1.00pm went alongside dock three.

U.S. Consul came off and paid visit to ship.

Pilot Antonio Cerforfi from the Manovitch [?] at the Boca, left the ship.


4pm to 6pm:

Pleasant weather.

Sand blowing on board from the dock, penetrating everywhere.

Moderate East wind.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

An officer from the Senior Argentine Admiral, Chief of Staff, paid a visit to the Admiral with offers of services and the usual courtesies.

Sent a liberty party on shore.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from East.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze with moderate squalls from SE by East to ESE.


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18 January 1893

Moored to dock, Buenos Aires, Argentine Republic

Lat -34.609, Long -58.365


Midnight to 4am:

Fair and pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from ENE.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from ENE.

R.L. Henderson, Painter, and W.E. Templeton, Landsman, left the ship without permission.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 100 pounds vegetables; 100 pounds fresh meat; and 80 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Light breeze from East to SE.

Engaged cleaning and painting ship outside.

The Captains of the Italian ships "Dogali", "[Sebastiano] Veniero" and "[Andrea] Provana" ["Provanse" in log-book] paid official visits on board.

The Commanding Officer paid official visit as Chief of Staff to the Russian ship "Rynda" and to the Italian ship "Dogali".

The following men absent over time: P. Peterson, Ordinary Seaman, L.N. Badene, Chief Boatswain's Mate, G.S. Tripp, Coal Heaver, and J. Paul, Second-class Fireman.

The following deserters: R.L. Henderson, Painter, and W.E. Templeton, Landsman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from ESE.

The Commanding Officer of the Argentine transport "Villarino" paid an official visit on board.

The Commander of this vessel went ashore in Special Full Dress to pay visits of ceremony with the Admiral.

Painting ship outside.

L. Badene, Chief Boatswain's Mate, returned 6½ hours over time.


4pm to 6pm:

Partly cloudy, gentle breeze from ESE.

A Lieutenant of the Argentine Navy came on board to inquire as to the rank of the Commander-in-Chief and the number of guns of his salute.

J. Allen, Ordinary Seaman, and S.L. Lomax, Ordinary Seaman, were found absent from ship without leave.

J. Paul, Second-class Fireman, returned to the ship 8½ hours over time, also G.S. Tripp, Coal Heaver, who was 10 hours over time.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from ESE.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to fresh breezes from ESE.


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19 January 1893

Moored to dock, Buenos Aires, Argentine Republic

Lat -34.609, Long -58.365


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind in puffs from ESE.

At 2.00am M. Harris, Carpenter and Calker, returned on board, having been absent from the ship without leave.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from East.

E. Donaldson, Second-class Fireman, returned, having been absent from ship without permission.

P. Peterson, Ordinary Seaman, returned 24 hours over time.

Received 80 pounds bread and 100 pounds each fresh beef and vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm.

Light breeze from East.

At 9.30am the crew was mustered and inspected at quarters, after which the divisions were exercised.

The following named men were reported absent, they having left the ship without permission, namely: S.L. Lomax, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, Joseph Allen, Ordinary Seaman, Robert McCauley, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, R.L. Henderson, Painter, and M.E. Templeton, Landsman.

C. Smith, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board 1½ hours over time.

J. Cosgrove, Seaman, was brought on board by the police.

The following named men were placed in double irons under sentry's charge, by order of the Commanding Officer, to await trial by Summary Court Martial, for leaving ship without permission, namely: J. Cosgrove, Seaman, W.H. Harris, Carpenter and Calker, and J. Donaldson, Second-class Fireman.

Commanding Officer visited the Italian gunboats "Andrea Provana" and "Sebastiano Veniero", also the Russian cruiser "Rynda".

The Rear Admiral, Commander-in-Chief of the Argentine Navy, visited this ship officially.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from East, with stiff squalls last hour.

Scaling and painting smokepipe.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from East and ESE.

Received on board D. Parker, Landsman, from hospital, having been left by U.S.S. "Essex" as insane.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from East.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Moderate to light breeze from East.

B. Nugent, Gunner's Mate, left the ship without permission.


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20 January 1893

Moored to dock, Buenos Aires, Argentine Republic, and under way

Lat -34.609, Long -58.365


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, light to moderate breeze from East.


4am to 8am:

Fair and warm, light breeze to light airs from East.

Garbage lighter came alongside.

Cleaning ship.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from East.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters, following men absent without permission: R.L. Henderson, Painter, M.E. Templeton, Landsman, S.L. Lomax, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, Joseph Allen, Ordinary Seaman, Robert McCauley, First-class Apprentice, and B. Nugent, Gunner's Mate.

By order of Commanding Officer B. Olsen, Seaman, was reduced to 4th class, for leaving ship without permission.

All port watch scrubbing ship outside.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind from East.

A Commodore, Assistant Secretary of Argentine Navy, paid an official visit to the Admiral on the part of the President of Argentina.

B. Nugent, Gunner's Mate, who took French leave last night, returned on board.

The harbor pilot and the river pilot came on board.

At 3.55pm called all hands unmoor ship.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from East.

At 4.00pm cast off from dock and started ahead towards the Boca, a tug towing ahead.

At 5.00pm discharged the harbor pilot near the outer end of Boca Channel and went ahead in charge of Commanding Officer and river pilot.

Nearing the outer harbor at close of watch.

Draft forward 13 feet 5 inches, aft 16 feet 5 inches.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 85.4, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Moderate breeze from East.

Standing down River Platte for Montevideo in charge of pilot.

Sounding varying from 4½ to 5½ fathoms.

At 6.10pm, as the ship neared the "Veinticinco de Mayo", that vessel saluted the Commander-in-Chief's flag with 15 guns, United States ensign at the fore, she also dipped her colors, the salute was returned gun for gun, Argentine flag at the fore, and our colors were dipped.

At 7.55pm sighted [left blank] light 2½ points abaft port beam.

Started fires under fourth boiler.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 85.4, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant weather, brilliant starlight.

Moon set at 9.00pm.

Moderate to stiff breeze from East.

Standing down Rio de la Plata with pilot at the conn.

At 8.10pm sighted Ensenada [Ensiada in log-book] light two points forward of starboard beam, and at 8.25pm Colonia light on port beam.

At 8.45pm passed a sailing vessel under way close aboard on port hand.

At 9.05pm sighted Chico lightship ½ point on starboard bow.

At 9.30pm passed a sailing vessel under way on starboard side and later a steamer and another sailing vessel on port hand, all standing down the river.

Passed numerous vessels at anchor.

A steamer in sight all watch bound down.

At 10.16pm Chico lightship bore S30°W (true), distant 6 miles [knots in log-book], patent log reading 48.5.

At 10.56pm connected fourth boiler and made 105 turns.

At 11.25pm lost sight of Chico lightship astern.

Changed courses as follows: at 9.45pm to E½S; at 10.00pm to ESE; at 10.13pm to SE¼E; and at 11.35pm to SE¼S.

Maximum sounding 5½ fathoms, minimum sounding 4½ fathoms.

At 11.55pm sighted Punta Indio lightship from aloft and at 12.00am from the bridge, bearing ½ point on port bow.

Steam 103 pounds revolutions 92.9, vacuum 26 inches.


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21 January 1893

Under way, and at anchor Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -34.94, Long -56.24


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Gentle to moderate breezes from East.

Made good course SE till 1.00am, when passed [Punta] Indio lightship and changed course to E¾S for ½ hour, then ran ENE¾E till 2.30am.

Remainder of watch steering NE¾E.

At 2.45am sighted Montevideo light ½ point on port bow.

Soundings during watch varied from 4½ to 5½ fathoms.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 102.4, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light NE breeze.

Stood in for the Cerro.

At 5.15am made out the other ships at anchor off Montevideo.

At 5.35am hoisted distinguishing pennant, which U.S.S. "Charleston" answered and hoisted hers.

At 5.55am came to in 5 fathoms water, a cable's length from U.S.S. "Baltimore", veering to 30 fathoms on port chain.

Banked fires.

Transferred to U.S.S. "San Francisco" D. Parker, Landsman, without his papers.

At 7.25am made general signal affirmative 6177.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 96.8, vacuum 26 inches.

Bearings at anchor: El Cerro lighthouse N20°30'W, cathedral [N]43°30'E, Punta Brava lighthouse N88°E, all true.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze from NE and ESE.

Rear Admiral Gherardi and his staff left this ship and returned to U.S.S. "Baltimore".

This ship hauled down Rear Admiral's flag and U.S.S. "Baltimore" hoisted it.

By order of Commanding Officer the following named men were declared deserters from this date, namely: Robert L. Henderson, Painter, Joseph Allen, Ordinary Seaman, Stuart L. Lomax, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, Robert McCauley, First-class Apprentice, and Markham E. Templeton, Landsman.

Made sick, absentee and coal reports.

At 9.25am made general signal interrogatory 4557, flagship answered and made affirmative.

Hauled fires under three boilers.

Began coaling, received about 40 tons in watch.

At 11.50am flagship signaled by army code "A man will be transferred to you from Yantic".


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear greater part of watch, clouding over last hour.

Moderate breeze from ESE to SE.

At 12.50pm flagship signaled "Can you report the number of tons of coal on board, or the quantity of coal in bags".

Answered "40 tons received on board this morning, no bags".

Engaged coaling ship.

Stowing in bunkers and in bags on quarter deck both sides.

At 1.00pm flagship signaled general 3318.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, pleasant weather.

Moderate to gentle breeze from SE.

Received aboard from U.S.S. "Yantic", with necessary transfer papers, bag and hammock: Markfail Ely, Seaman.

Received in Engineer's Department: 243 grate bars; and 12 rubber gaskets.

Coaling ship.

Finished coaling at 5.50pm, having received on deck 50 tons in bags and 5 tons loose, making 107 tons 726 pounds received during day.

Signaled to flagship "Finished coaling".

Answered "Very well done".

We replied "Have 455 tons on board".

Last lighter left ship at 6.15pm.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breezes from East.

Repeated by wigwag and Ardois "San Francisco wishes to be excused from scrubbing hammocks".

Received signal "How much coal received today in bunkers and in bags".

Answered "57 in bunkers, 50 in bags".


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with light drizzling rain after first hour.

Moderate breeze from East.


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22 January 1893

At anchor Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -34.94, Long -56.24


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and squally first half, with moderate to fresh breeze from NE and NNE, afterwards fair, with gentle to light breeze from NE.

Veered to 60 fathoms of chain.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant until last hour, when it commenced to cloud over, light breeze from NE to North.

At 7.30am flagship made routine signal 6187.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 80 pounds bread; 100 pounds of beef; and 100 pounds of vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with light passing showers of rain, clearing latter part.

Light airs and gentle breezes from WNW and WSW.

Cleaning ship.

Flagship made following signals (Morse code): at 11.00am "Weight of grate bars received"; at 11.05am "Signal weight of grate bars your received"; at 11.10am "Did you receive two rings for galley", answered "No", and to first signal "578.5 pounds of grate bars".

E. Donaldson, Second-class Fireman, was placed in double irons under sentry's charge by order of Commanding Officer to await trial by Summary Court Martial.

Made following routine signals: at 9.30am numeral 3; at 10.00am numeral 0; at noon, numeral 452 and numeral 3.


Meridian to 4pm:

Generally clear and pleasant.

Moderate breezes from WNW and West.

Following wigwag signal from flagship: "Send back Admiral's flag at first opportunity".


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate West wind.

An Argentine man-of-war passed up the river.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Moderate to gentle breeze from West.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze first hour from West by South, hauling to SW and increasing to fresh breeze.

At 8.15pm flagship signaled (Ardois) "Transfer M. Ely to the San Francisco in the morning if the weather is suitable".


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23 January 1893

At anchor Montevideo, and at sea

Lat -34.94, Long -56.24


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, with brilliant starlight first part, clouding latter part.

Stiff breeze with frequent fresh squalls from SW by West.

Ship pitching a good deal to a rising sea.

At 12.20am French steamer "Uruguay" got under way and left harbor for Buenos Aires.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cool.

Fresh breezes to moderate gales from SW.

Ship riding to moderate short sea on port bow.

About 40 schooners and other small sail came in from SW.

Italian steamer, which dragged about ¼ mile during night, got under way and stood across over to Buenos Aires.

At 7.30am flagship made time and dress signal, affirmative 6157.

Barometer rising.

Started fires in A and C boilers at 5.00am.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, squally weather.

Moderate to fresh wind from SSW to SW.

At 9.45am mustered at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

At 11.15am the President of Uruguay passed on board a Uruguayan man-of-war, which lay to off the flagship while the President paid a visit to the Admiral.

All the ships manned the rails on going on board and departing and a salute of 21 guns was fired by each ship on each occasion.

At 11.55am the President left the flagship, and after making a turn to the Southward passed inside.

The Uruguayan ship fired two salutes of 21 guns and manned yards twice.

At 9.15am banked fires.

Veered to 60 fathoms on port chain.

Flagship made the following general signals: at 8.50am telegraphic 6004, 0094, 3161, 9431, 6532, 9409, 8014, 1095, 0804, to which this ship hoisted affirmative pennant; at 9.15am 2121; at 9.25am 0935, 8105, 945, 5196, 6756; at 10.30am preparatory 5527; at 11.00am 5527; and at 11.45am 5527.

Made following signals to flagship: at 9.30am numeral 3; at 10.00am numeral 0; and at noon, numeral 445, numeral 7.

Delivered copies of specifications to accused in cases of B. Nugent, Gunner's Mate, J. Cosgrove, Seaman, M. Harris, Carpenter and Calker, and E. Donaldson, Second-class Fireman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SSW.

At 12.35pm flagship made general signal 4562, at 3.00pm preparatory 237, at 3.07pm 237, at 3.15pm 251, at 3.18pm 255, at 3.22pm 277 and 24, at 3.26pm 148, at 3.35pm 4644 and geographical 766.

At 1.30pm signaled to flagship by army code "I am ready".

At 3.20pm flagship signaled "Speed will be 9 knots in about one hour and a half".

At 3.15pm fleet got under way and stood out of harbor in column at distance.

By order of Commanding Officer the following named prisoners were released as prisoners at large: J. Cosgrove, Seaman, B. Nugent, Gunner's Mate, M. Harris, Carpenter and Calker, and E. Donaldson, Second-class Fireman.

Draft forward 13 feet 9 inches, aft 16 feet 8 inches.

At 3.50pm put over patent log, reading 17.6.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from South.

Made good course SE½S by bridge compass until 4.20pm, then E½S until 5.35pm, then E⅜S.

Flagship signaled at 4.00pm tactical 131, at about 5.20pm tactical 244, after which squadron formed in First Order of Cruising, and at 5.35pm flagship signaled tactical 132.

At end of watch Flores Island light bore 1 point forward of beam, distant about 3 miles.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 46.9, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from South.

Squadron in First Order of Cruising.

At 6.20pm Flores Island bore abeam, distant about 1½ miles, lost sight of it about 7.45pm.

Flagship signaled (Ardois) "Increase to prescribed speed".

Steam 119 pounds, revolutions 64.6, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Moon set at 10.30pm.

Gentle breezes from South.

At 11.50pm flagship signaled "Compass East by South, ¼ point starboard" and changed to that course.

Practiced signaling with steam whistle.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 74.3, vacuum 27 inches.


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24 January 1893

At sea, making passage to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat -34.45, Long -53.24


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Moderate to fresh wind from South.

At 1.12am changed course to NE by E¾E, and at 1.30am to ENE.

At 1.50am made Point San José Ignacio light bearing about NE by North.

At 2.07am took departure Punta del Este light bearing N24°W (true), distant 8 miles.

At 1.12am flagship signaled NE by E¾E, and at 1.30am ENE.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 94.6, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from South and SSE.

At 6.30am flagship signaled 119.

Squadron changed course to NE¾E.

At 7.30am flagship made dress signal 6167.

A bark carrying English colors passed ahead of fleet, standing to Southward and Westward.

Land in sight on port beam.

At 5.00am sighted [Cabo] Santa Maria lighthouse bearing NNE.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 76.1, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SSE.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters, after which the divisions were exercised.

Several men of the 3rd Division were exercised at Professor Corbesier's method of broadsword exercise.

At 8.40am flagship signaled general 6017, at 10.43am position, and at noon numeral 1073, numeral 35, latitude 34°25'[S], longitude 53°13'[W].

At 9.30am this vessel signaled numeral 2, at 10.00am numeral 0, and at noon latitude 34°27'[S], longitude 53°15'[W].

At 9.10am flagship wigwagged "Report when deck load is expended", "When we bury the dead this afternoon all ships will stop", and at 9.30am "After drill we will signal to you by telegraph, signal number two will be hoisted", "Three will be hoisted".

Sighted a schooner on the starboard hand standing to Northward and a steamer on port hand standing to Southward.

A Summary Court Martial met at 10.00am for the trial of B. Nugent, Gunner's Mate, and others.

Ship rolling 20° at times with moderate beam sea.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 76.4, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from SSE.

At 1.00pm began bending and making all sail.

Set jib and staysail at 1.10pm, and fore trysail and spanker at 2.00pm.

Broke out hold to get up gaff topsails.

At end of watch bending and reeving their gear.

At 1.30pm passed a small sloop to SE.

At 3.00pm sighted a steamer's smoke on port beam, but soon dropped her.

At 2.35pm flagship made general signal 2826 and numeral 5 answer 30.

At 3.10pm she made (Morse code) "Have you no gaff topsails", answered "Yes and are getting ready to bend them".

Squadron in First Order of Cruising.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 75.3, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant, with occasional passing showers.

Gentle breeze from ESE.

At 5.30pm hoisted and half-masted colors and stopped engines in respect to the dead, the funeral services being held on the flagship.

At 5.45pm started ahead again.

At 5.50pm set main trysail.

Ship making good NE⅞E by bridge compass, under steam and all sail, except main topsail.

Summary Court Marital adjourned at 4.30pm to await the action of the convening authority, having finished all the cases brought before it.

Ship rolling rather heavily, maximum roll 20° to leeward, minimum roll 17° to windward.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 75.1, vacuum 25 inches.

In the seventeen minutes that the engines of all vessels were stopped, this ship advanced her position relative to U.S.S. "Charleston" and U.S.S. "Baltimore" about 350 yards, both of these vessels held their way longer than U.S.S. "Yorktown".


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from ESE.

Set main topsail.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 71.2, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from East by South and SE.

At 8.00pm flagship signaled "Make best use of coal possible. Do not adhere strictly to formation. Keep within signal distance", and at 8.05pm "Desire if possible to make St. Thomas via Barbadoes without coaling".

At 8.55pm flagship signaled "NE½E", and afterwards to U.S.S. "Charleston" "Course NE½N".

At 9.00pm fleet changed course to NE½N.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 73.3, vacuum 27 inches.


Barbadoes is the former spelling of Barbados.

Point San José Ignacio is also known as Punta José Ignacio.


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25 January 1893

At sea, making passage to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat -32.40, Long -50.48


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze from SE to ESE.

Course NE½N.

At commencement of watch flagship off starboard beam, at close [of watch] she was off starboard quarter, distant about 400 yards.

At 3.00am took in topsails and jibs.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 73.4, vacuum 25 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fair and pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from ESE, shifting to East.

At daylight sighted and passed a white steamer on port beam standing to SW.

At 6.30am sighted a steamer ahead, at 7.00am she passed to starboard of squadron and exchanged colors with us.

She was French.

At 7.30am flagship made [signal] affirmative 6167.

Squadron making best use of coal possible, on course NE½N.

At end of watch under steam and sail (staysail, topsails and spanker).

Flagship bore about 2 points on starboard quarter, distant a little less than one mile.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 74.3, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from East to East by North.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised divisions.

At 9.00am set fore and main topsails, and at 10.30am mizzen topsail.

At 9.30am hauled down jib.

Latter part of watch under all sail, except jib, till 11.45am, when took in all sail.

At 9.30am made numeral 2, at 12.00pm numeral 412, numeral 16, 32 answer 24 numeral, 50 answer 29 numeral.

At 9.25am [flagship made signal] telegraphic U.S.S. "Yorktown" [distinguishing pennant], 3508, 8105, 1745, 7745, 0419, 6839, 2599, 5468, 6322, 7867, 8619.

Answered telegraphic 565, 9838, 1409, 3158, 6555, 8080, 9944, 8131, 2801, and received following telegraphic 0088, 6378, 4580, 1998, 6746, 6938.

Practically all sail was set all watch, but it scarcely drew, flapping at intervals, the revolutions were gradually increased from 70 to 79 turns on account of change of speed of flagship, so that the value of sail could not be ascertained.

Passed steamer heading to Southward and Westward.

By order of Commanding Officer F.S. Kirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, was placed in solitary confinement for three days on bread and water, for insolence to Officer of Deck.

Set deck clock ahead 15 minutes.

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 72.9, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, with moderate to fresh squalls of wind from ENE, and steady rain.

Barometer falling slowly.

Flagship made the following general signals: at 12.45pm numeral 36, numeral 1037, latitude 32°21'S, longitude 50°29'W; and at 12.35pm telegraphic 362.

At 12.40pm signaled flagship latitude 32°24'S.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 79.7, vacuum 25 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and raining.

Fresh to very fresh breeze from NE.

Steam 91 pounds, revolutions 78.2, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and rainy.

Moderate gale from ENE.

Ship pitching deeply at times, throwing great sheets of spray abaft of bridge.

At end of watch flagship bore 3 points forward starboard beam, distant about 400 yards.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 80.8, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and rainy.

Fresh breezes from ENE, hauling last hour to NNE and increasing at times to moderate gale.

Taking much spray and occasional slight sea over forecastle and gangway.

In First Order of Cruising, ships in position.

Frequent vivid flashes of lightning from Northward and Westward.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 82.4, vacuum 25 inches.


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26 January 1893

At sea, making passage to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat -30.35, Long -48.26


Midnight to 4am:

Weather foul, but settling latter part of watch.

Wind in fresh squalls from NNE to North, accompanied by rain, at times very heavy and ceasing the last hour.

Lightning to the Southward first two hours.

Struck below the last of the deck load of coal.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 80.9, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Moderate gale from North and NNE, with rain.

Steam 92 pounds, revolutions 82.4, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, fresh to very fresh breeze from North by West to North, with occasional passing showers.

Moderate sea.

Ship pitching deeply at times.

At 10.00am flagship wigwagged (Myer's [Meyer in log-book] code) "You did not send our flag back yet", this ship answered "Will send, first opportunity".

At 9.30am we signaled to flagship numeral 3 and at noon numeral 391 and numeral 21, also latitude 30°21'S and longitude 48°08'W.

At noon flagship signaled to squadron numeral 1000 and numeral 36, also latitude 30°22'[S] and longitude 48°20'W.

At end of watch the flagship bore one point forward of beam, at distance.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 84, vacuum 26.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate to fresh breezes from NNW and North.

All ships gradually overhauled flagship during watch, and at end of watch this ship about a half mile ahead, U.S.S. "Charleston" on her starboard beam and U.S.S. "San Francisco" on port quarter.

Sea moderating and weather clearing.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 81.4, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair, clearing weather.

Moderate North wind.

Masses of cumulus clouds passing over to the Southward.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 80.5, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from North.

At 7.20pm flagship signaled "What speed are you making".

This ship answered 7.2 [knots].

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 78.5, vacuum 25 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze with occasional stiff squalls from North by West to North.

At end of watch flagship bore 3 points forward of starboard beam, at distance.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 82, vacuum 26 inches.


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27 January 1893

At sea, making passage to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat -28.32, Long -45.98


Midnight to 4am:

Generally clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breezes from NNE.

Sea and wind moderating.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 83.1, vacuum 25 inches.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Fresh breeze from North by East.

At 7.25am flagship made signal 6167.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 81.8, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from North by East.

At 9.30am exercised at fire quarters, times ready: 1st Division 8 minutes 0 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 10 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 50 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 20 seconds; Powder Division 4 minutes 0 seconds; Engineer's Division 50 seconds.

Closed watertight doors.

Secured: 1st Division 3 minutes 25 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 20 seconds; 3rd Division 45 seconds; Navigator's Division 3 minutes 20 seconds; Powder Division 3 minutes 40 seconds; Engineer's Division 30 seconds; Marines 45 seconds.

Made sick, position and coal reports.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 81.7, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, hazy about horizon.

Moderate breeze from North by East to NE by North.

At end of watch flagship bore off starboard bow, about ¾ [mile] distance.

At flagship signaled by whistle "Am glad you are able to reduce your coal consumption, for to go from fifteen to twenty one tons was quite startling".

Afterwards "Did you transfer sick man to San Francisco", answered "Yes".

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 82.9, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant, damp.

Gentle breezes from NE by North and NE.

Long swell running from NE.

Ship pitching easily, occasionally taking water over bows.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 83.7, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair weather.

Moderate NE wind.

Moderate sea with an occasional long swell from NE by North.

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 85.1, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and warm.

Stiff to very fresh breeze from NE.

Flagship signaled "While running, not keeping position, need not use truck light".

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 81.9, vacuum 27 inches.


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28 January 1893

At sea, making passage to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat -26.20, Long -43.94


Midnight to 4am:

Clear until last hour, when it clouded over.

Very fresh breeze with a succession of heavy squalls from NE by North.

At end of watch the flagship bore off starboard bow, distant about 400 yards.

Ship pitching deeply, taking considerable quantity of water on board in form of dense spray.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 83.8, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Partially cloudy and pleasant weather.

Moderate breezes, increasing at times to fresh squalls from NE, latter part of watch wind moderating.

Ship pitching deeply, but easily, taking an occasional sea over bow.

Observation of waves gave following: oscillations per minute 8; pitching 5°; sending 7°, this is probably exaggerated a degree by inertia of pendulum; wavelength about 260 feet; the sea ahead and simple in form.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 84.8, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Strong wind from NE by North.

Weather clear.

Sea rough.

The Commanding Officer assigned the following punishments: H.F. Laing, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, two days' extra duty, for shirking; and A. Hill, Seaman, one day's confinement, for disobedience of orders and abusive language to sentry, he was accordingly placed in confinement.

By order of Commanding Officer F.S. Kirk was released from confinement.

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.30am numeral 4; and at noon numeral 18, numeral 355 and latitude 26°12'S, longitude 43°56'W.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 80.6, vacuum 25 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Fresh to stiff breeze from NE.

At 1.00pm flagship made telegraphic signal 0776, 0935, 8505, 6862, 5196, 9284, 6959, 0088, and at 1.10pm general signal 3300.

At 2.00pm flagship dropped gradually astern and remained about 2 miles astern for remainder of watch.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 83.7, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant, stiff breeze from NE.

At end of watch flagship about 1½ miles astern.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 82.2, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight latter part.

Stiff breezes from NE, increasing to fresh breezes last part.

Flagship still about a mile astern.

Ship pitching easily to heavy sea.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 81.5, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate to fresh wind from NE by East.

At 9.45pm stopped port engine to set up on nuts of low pressure crosshead.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 84.2, vacuum 27 inches.


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29 January 1893

At sea, making passage to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat -23.73, Long -41.86


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and warm.

Stiff to very fresh breeze from NE.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 87.4, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Wind and sea moderating.

Moderate breeze from NE.

At 7.30am flagship made routine signal 6197.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 86.5, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breezes from NE.

At 9.00am flagship made [signal] telegraphic 7846, 1051, 8619, 4373, 3637, 9409, 3637.

This vessel answered numeral 7 answer 8.

Made routine signals as follows: at 9.30am numeral 5; at 12.00pm numeral 334, numeral 20, then 23 answer 44 numeral and 41 answer 51 numeral.

By order of Commanding Officer A. Hill, Seaman, was restored to duty, his time of confinement having expired.

A.F. Laing, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, spent two hours of extra duty, cleaning bridge rail.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 84.1, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light wind from East by North.

At 1.50pm sighted Cape Frio bearing about NNW, at end of watch it bore NW½W (per compass).

Sighted a ship and a bark standing in for the cape.

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 89, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and warm.

Gentle breeze from NE by East.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 86.3, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Gentle breeze from NE by East.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 83.8, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light to gentle breezes from ENE and NE by East.

Dropped to position on port quarter of flagship.

At 11.50pm Cape [St.] Tome light 3 points on port bow, distant about 25 miles.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 83.8, vacuum 28 inches.


Cape Frio is also known as Cabo Frio.

Cape St. Tome is also known as Cabo de Sao Tomé.


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30 January 1893

At sea, making passage to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat -21.37, Long -39.87


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, heavy dew.

Airs from East by North.

At 12.10am made St. Tome [St. Thome in log-book] light from the deck bearing about North, lost it at 2.35am bearing NW by West.

At 12.20am flagship signaled course NE by East.

Bright moonlight.

Moon set at 3.30am.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 81.4, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light airs to gentle breeze from ENE.

At 7.30am flagship made dress signal 6197.

At 8.00am flagship made general signal 113, fleet changed course to NE¾N.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 81.2, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, light breeze from East to East by North.

At 9.30am mustered and exercised crew, after which the gun divisions were employed overhauling battery.

Last hour of watch ship passing through great quantities of yellowish dust resembling pollen.

Made course NE⅝N by bridge compass, excepting second hour when it was NE¾N.

At 11.00am flagship signaled by whistle "What is your average speed since eight last night", this ship answered "From eight to eight this morning, eight four".

At 9.30am we made sick report numeral 4, and at noon we signaled numeral 315 and numeral 19, also latitude 21°22'S and longitude 39°52'W.

Flagship signaled to squadron numeral 849 and numeral 37, also latitude 21°22'S and longitude 39°50'[W].

Between 8.00am and 9.00am surface water rose from 73° to 79° [Fahrenheit].

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 82.3, vacuum 27.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, passing showers.

Light to gentle breezes from East.

At 1.30pm flagship made [signal] 121, changed course to Eastward.

At end of watch steering NE½E.

At 1.00pm flagship made [signal] 2984 and piped down scrubbed and washed clothes.

At end of watch U.S.S. "San Francisco" made sail.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 83, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from East.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 81.2, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from East by South.

At 6.40pm signaled to flagship "What is the course", flagship answered "NE¼E".

At 7.00pm flagship signaled "Can you make Barbadoes with your present amount of coal".

Answered "I think we can, can tell certainly after two thousand miles".

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 81.3, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Generally clear and pleasant, gentle to moderate breeze from East by South to ESE.

At 10.35pm flagship sent up two rockets, sounded the alarm and went to general quarters, all divisions were ready in 3 minutes 10 seconds when a blank charge was fired from the starboard 6-pounder rapid-fire gun.

The divisions were reported ready as follows: 1st Division 3 minutes 0 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 10 seconds; 3rd Division 3 minutes 10 seconds; Powder Division 3 minutes 10 seconds; Engineer's Division 2 minutes 5 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 2 minutes 40 seconds; Marines 3 minutes 5 seconds.

At 10.50pm flagship signaled "Secure", and all divisions were secured in 2 minutes 20 seconds when the retreat was sounded.

The divisions were reported secured as follows: 1st Division 2 minutes 5 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 20 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 0 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes 0 seconds; Engineer's Division 45 seconds; Navigator's Division 50 seconds.

At end of watch the flagship bore 2 points forward of beam, distant 400 yards.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 80.9, vacuum 26 inches.


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31 January 1893

At sea, making passage to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat -18.78, Long -37.71


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light to moderate breezes from SE by East and East.

Squadron running very steadily, being nearly in line all watch.

Passed a small steamer bound to Southward.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 84.2, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from East.

At 7.25am flagship made general signal 6197.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 83.4, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from East.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised divisions.

At 10.00am made [signal] interrogatory 3918, flagship hoisted affirmative.

At 11.00am flagship made [signal] 2984.

By order of Commanding Officer J. Brown, Landsman, was sentenced to two days' solitary confinement on bread and water, for disobedience of orders, and W.J. Curley was rated Ordinary Seaman from January 19th, and John Leader was rated Painter from January 18th.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 82.7, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, gentle breeze from East.

Sighted a barque standing to Southward and Westward.

At 1.30pm flagship signaled by whistle "Report direction and strength of current".

This ship answered "Seven miles N61W".

Overhauled Ardois' signal lanterns and sent them aloft.

Crew engaged scraping rust spots and getting boats ready for painting.

H.F. Laing, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, performed two hours' extra duty.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 85.1, vacuum 25 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from ESE.

Sighted two sailing vessels standing to Southward.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 84.6, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind from ESE.

Full moon rose about 7.00pm, bright moonlight remainder of watch.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 82.5, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from ESE.

At 8.00pm flagship signaled "How many knots are you making", answered "8.3".

At 10.30pm flagship signaled "Compass course NNE¼E", fleet changed course to NNE¼E.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 81.1, vacuum 26 inches.



LOGS FOR FEBRUARY 1893


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1 February 1893

At sea, making passage to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat -15.79, Long -36.33


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight, except during a moderate rain squall third hour.

Gentle to moderate breeze from ESE to East.

At end of watch flagship bore three points off starboard quarter, distant ¾ mile.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 81.1, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breezes from East by South.

Flagship between 1½ and 2 miles off.

Slowed to 77 turns last hour and made 9 knots with that number of revolutions.

Under all sail all watch.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 79.3, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Moderate breeze from ESE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

Exchanged colors with English bark standing to the Southward.

Flagship made the following general signals: at 9.15am 2984; at 10.40am 6017; and at noon numeral 768, numeral 37, latitude 15°48'S and longitude 36°18'W.

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 4; at 10.45am numeral 8 answer 6; and at noon numeral 278, numeral 18, latitude 15°47'S, longitude 36°20'W.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 75.9, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Moderate to gentle breeze from East by South.

At 1.30pm flagship signaled 3167, 4 numeral, telegraphic 4204, 6862, 5196, 4786.

At 1.20pm [sic] flagship signaled "Report magnetic course steered", answered "NNE⅝E".

At 4.00pm flagship signaled 3167.

At 3.30pm took in sail.

Ships of squadron began swinging ship [for compass deviations] at 4.00pm.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 77.2, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant, gentle breeze from ESE.

Engaged swinging ship until 5.27pm, when ship was put on her course NNE½E, the port log put over registering 99.5, and all sail set.

Sighted a barque standing to Southward and Westward, the squadron showed colors and answered a salute of three dips, could not make out vessel's nationality from this ship.

At 5.30pm flagship signaled 3302.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 62, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from ESE.

Flagship signaled to this vessel "My opinion is you will arrive in port on the 13th with 53 tons of coal in your bunkers, what think you".

Answered "That your figures are very close, am certain we can reach Barbadoes if there is no set back and with coal to spare".

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 78, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Moderate wind from ESE.

At 10.00pm increased speed to 80 turns.

At 11.30pm flagship, being one mile ahead, slowed to half speed, at 11.50pm she went ahead full speed again.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 79, vacuum 27.5 inches.


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2 February 1893

At sea, making passage to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat -12.55, Long -35.55


Midnight to 4am:

Generally cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from ESE to East.

Took in topsail and jib at 3.00am.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 80.1, vacuum 25 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, moderate breeze from ESE to East by South.

Ship under steam and sail.

Set main and mizzen topsails at 4.30am.

At 7.00am Navigator corrected bridge compass.

At 7.30am flagship signaled 6197.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 80.3, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breezes from East and East by South.

Set jib and fore gaff topsail at 9.00am.

Exercised at general quarters at 9.30am, times as follows, ready: 1st Division 2 minutes 35 seconds; 2nd Division 5 minutes 26 seconds; 3rd Division 3 minutes 24 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 31 seconds; Engineer's Division 55 seconds; Marines 3 minutes 15 seconds; Powder Division after 1 minute 55 seconds, ditto forward 2 minutes 40 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 51 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 43 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 22 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 8 seconds; Engineer's Division 10 seconds; Marines 1 minute 50 seconds; Powder Division after 3 minutes 15 seconds; forward 3 minutes 5 seconds.

At 9.30am made numeral 4, at 12.00pm numeral 261, numeral 17, 12 answer 33 numeral, 35 answer 34 numeral.

At 10.40am flagship made [signal] telegraphic 1008, 2051, 9409, 808, 3637, 8673, 8055.

Set clock ahead 5 minutes.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 78.9, vacuum 26 inches.

Tested flood cocks and found in good order.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind from ESE.

Passed two square-rigged vessels standing to the Southward.

Flagship made the following general signals: telegraphic 0868, 0725, 0492, 0082; and at 3.00pm 110.

At 2.30pm signaled flagship 13°19'W.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 79.9, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from East.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 78.7, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, gentle breeze from East.

Moon rose at 7.50pm.

At 6.50pm flagship signaled "At 7.30pm we will slow down, keep your course and speed".

At end of watch ship under steam and all sail.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 76.6, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Gentle breezes from East by South.

At 9.30pm flagship signaled "Good night".

At about 10.00pm seemed to be overhauling the squadron, but at end of watch dropping astern.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 78.3, vacuum 27.5 inches.


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3 February 1893

At sea, making passage to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat -9.12, Long -34.75


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Moderate wind from ESE.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 77.7, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and unsettled.

Moderate breeze from ESE until 5.55am, when a heavy rain squall came up and wind shifted to NE, during latter half of watch gentle to light breeze from NNE.

Took in sail at 5.45am.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 75.2, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Moderate to gentle breeze from ESE.

At 9.30am inspected and mustered crew at quarters, after which the men's bags were inspected.

The special division was exercised at broad sword drill.

At 9.00am made all sail, excepting jib.

At 9.30am we signaled flagship numeral 4.

At 10.30am we sent by wigwag "Coal account short 14 tons, should have been 247 yesterday".

At 11.30am flagship wigwagged "I trust there will be more care in the use of coal and no more loss".

At noon we signaled flagship numeral 30 answer 5 and numeral 231, also latitude 9°07'S, longitude 34°45'W.

Flagship signaled numeral 685 and numeral 41, latitude 9°10'S, longitude 34°50'W.

D.O. Whipp, Coal Heaver, declared himself a deserter from the United States Naval Service, he shipped on U.S.S. "Michigan" at Chicago, Illinois, as an apprentice under the name of H.O. Stone, was transferred to the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence", Mare Island, California, rate Seaman Apprentice Second-class, and deserted in August 1892, reshipped on the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence" as a coal heaver 7th October 1892 under the name D.O. Whipp and was transferred to U.S.S. "Yorktown" at Mare Island 26th October 1892.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 81.8, vacuum 27.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from SSE.

At 1.00pm flagship made [signal] 2984, and at 1.30pm she made 109.

At 3.50pm land was reported from aloft about 3 points forward port beam.

Passed several sailing ships bound to Southward.

Started fires in D boiler and let them die out in A.

Under all sail, except jib.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 81.1, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind from South.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

At 5.20pm flagship, having passed ahead, abreast of U.S.S. "Charleston", both ships stopped and U.S.S. "Charleston" sent boat to flagship.

At 5.50pm both ships came ahead again.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 82, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Moderate to gentle breeze from SE.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 79.4, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight after 8.20pm.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SE by East.

Sighted two fishing boats close aboard.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 74.6, vacuum 27 inches.


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4 February 1893

At sea, making passage to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat -5.53, Long -34.59


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Moderate breezes from SE.

Under all sail and steam in three boilers.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 72.2, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from SE by East.

Sea smooth.

At 6.00am changed course to N½W (per compass).

Hauled down staysail at 6.05am.

At 5.55am signaled general 226, and at 7.25am general 6297.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 74.7, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from SE.

At 9.05am flagship signaled 6017, and at 9.06am geographical 0080.

At 9.10am signaled to flagship numeral 9.4.

At 9.15am flagship signaled to this ship telegraphic 3339, 0088, 2051, 0416, 0970, 9277, 0556, 2638, 6124, 6691.

Answered telegraphic 6702, 7845, 9409, 0094, 2051.

Made sick, coal and position reports to flagship.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 82.1, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Moderate breeze from SE.

Sighted an Italian barque standing to Northward and Eastward.

She signaled for longitude, which was answered by U.S.S. "San Francisco" and U.S.S. "Charleston".

The squadron hoisted colors and answered her dip.

Also sighted a Swedish barque standing to the Southward and Westward.

At 3.55pm [5.55pm in log-book] the flagship signaled course NW½N.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 80.1, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breezes from SE by South and SE.

At 4.00pm flagship made 214 and changed course to NW½N.

Trimmed aft the starboard sheets of all sail and at 4.30pm took in spanker and mizzen topsail and then jib.

At 5.20pm trimmed aft port sheet of main trysail and ran wing and wing remainder of watch.

Ship rolling easily.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 79.4, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind from ESE.

Set all sail save staysail.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 80.6, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from ESE.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 80.1, vacuum 25 inches.


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5 February 1893

At sea, making passage to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat -2.89, Long -37.81


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, moderate breeze from SE.

At 2 o'clock took in main trysail and gaff topsail, and at three [o'clock] the fore trysail, spanker and gaff topsail.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 83, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Moderate breezes from SE.

At 6.00am set main trysail, and at 6.30am fore trysail and gaff topsail, also main gaff topsail.

At 7.30am flagship made affirmative 6287.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 85.8, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind from SE by East.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

The Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew.

Had general muster and read Articles of War and squadron General Court Martial order number 2.

Set spanker, mizzen topsail and jib.

Steam 118 [pounds], revolutions 80.4, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Moderate breeze from SE.

Hauled down jib at 2.00pm.

Signaled noon positions and coal consumption to flagship.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 83.9, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from SE by East.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 83.7, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate breezes from SE by East.

Ship under all sail, except fore topmast staysail.

At 6.15pm hoisted jib.

At 7.30pm flagship made [signal] "What speed" to squadron, U.S.S. "Yorktown" answered 9.6, flagship then made "8.9".

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 83.2, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Moon rose at 9.50pm.

Moderate wind from East by South.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 78.9, vacuum 26 inches.


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6 February 1893

At sea, making passage to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat -0.31, Long -41.71


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from ESE.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 78, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, gentle breeze from ESE to East by North.

At 7.30am flagship made routine signal 6287.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 80, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Gentle breezes from East and East by North.

At 9.30am exercised divisions as follows: 1st Division instruction great guns; 2nd Division same; 3rd Division broadsword; Powder Division small arms.

Made routine signals as follows: 9.30am numeral 3; at 12.00pm numeral 175, numeral 19, latitude 0°18'S, longitude 41°42W.

At 10.40am flagship made to U.S.S. "San Francisco" and U.S.S. "Yorktown" telegraphic 4904, 8105, 1332, 6839, 0419.

Answered telegraphic 0081, 3808, 6862, 6439, 2090, 4344, 2599, 8155.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 81.3, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Airs from East.

At 12.55pm flagship made general signal 2984.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 86.9, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, warm and sultry.

Light breeze from East.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 82, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, rainy last hour, light breeze from NNE to North.

At 6.20pm took in and furled all sail.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 83, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and warm.

Moderate to light breezes from NE.

At 10.50pm made all sail.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 86.6, vacuum 25 inches.


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7 February 1893

At sea, making passage to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat 2.03, Long -44.70


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Airs from North.

At 12.10am took in and furled all sails.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 87.2, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from NE.

At 7.30am flagship made dress signal 6287.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 86.4, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm, light breeze from NE.

At 9.30am inspected and mustered crew at quarters, after which the divisions and special broadsword squad were exercised.

The following signals were made and received: at 9.30am this ship to flagship numeral 3; and at noon numeral 19 and numeral 156, latitude 2°02'N, longitude 44°42'W; flagship signaled at noon numeral 505 and numeral 41, latitude 2°00N and longitude 44°36'W.

Set clock back 9 minutes between 10 and 11 o'clock.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 82.8, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Light airs and breezes from East by South.

Following signals made by flagship to squadron: 6017, to which U.S.S. "Yorktown" answered 9.1; at 2.00pm telegraphic 1051, 4204, 4316, 3120, 6017, and general 6017, to which this ship answered numeral 9.19, flagship replied telegraphic 8619, 0935, 1267, 1051, 8619, 6839, 6124, 4312, 3120.

At end of watch took in all sail.

Steam 119 pounds, revolutions 84.3, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair weather, light rain squalls working along to the Northward and Eastward.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 85.3, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and warm.

Light breeze from NE.

At 7.00pm flagship signaled "When will we reach Barbadoes", this ship answered "Sunday morning".

Steam 101 pounds, revolutions 87.1, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, light to gentle breeze from NNE.

Moon rose at 11.20pm.

At 9.50pm flagship signaled "What speed", this ship answered 9.3.

At 11.10pm set all sail.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 85.6, vacuum 26 inches.


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8 February 1893

At sea, making passage to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat 4.65, Long -47.95


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Gentle breezes from NE and NE by North.

Under all sail.

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 85.2, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fair weather.

Moderate wind from ENE, freshening somewhat last hour.

At 7.25am flagship made general signal 6287.

Steam 119 pounds, revolutions 86.8, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm.

Moderate to gentle breeze from NE and East.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised divisions.

At 9.00am flagship made general signal 6017, answered 9.8.

Made sick, coal and position reports to flagship.

Took in topsails at 11.40am.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 85.9, vacuum 25 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, passing shower first hour, rainy last hour.

Variable winds, light to gentle in force.

Numerous rain squalls about horizon.

At 1.00 o'clock flagship signaled numeral 459 and numeral 40, also latitude 4°47'N and longitude 48°04'W.

At 2.27pm she signaled tactical 211 (course NW¼W), and this ship's head was put on the course NW⅜W by the bridge compass.

Sighted a barque standing to the Northward and Westward.

Served out small stores and clothing to the crew.

At 12.15pm took in and furled all sail.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 84.2, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Heavy rain nearly all watch.

Gentle breezes from SE and South.

At end of watch flagship about a mile ahead of this vessel.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 86.6, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Raining steadily and heavily in showers.

Wind light from South to SSE.

The lights of flagship and U.S.S. "Charleston" in sight at end of watch.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 85, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Raining throughout watch.

Light to gentle breeze from SSE to SW.

At 11.00pm flagship made compass signal NW, squadron changed course to NW.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 92.1, vacuum 27 inches.


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9 February 1893

At sea, making passage to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat 7.93, Long -51.10


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and rainy, slight indications of clearing weather last hour.

Light breeze from NNE to North.

Long swell from Northward, ship rolling from 15° to 17° at times.

Steam 112 [pounds], revolutions 91, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, with occasional drizzle.

Light airs and breezes from NE and East.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 89.1, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light wind from ENE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Instructed the divisions.

Flagship made the following signals: at 8.55am 6017; at 10.30am telegraphic 4544, 1051, 5196, 7949, 4204, 9796, 0868, 3508, 0094, 6234, 8417, 4204, 6124, 9789, 4312, 5196; at 11.05am numeral 236; at 11.10am numeral 58.9; and at noon numeral 45, numeral 412, latitude 7°56'N, longitude 51°12'W.

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.00am numeral 9.6; at 9.30am numeral 1; at 11.20am numeral 231.3, numeral 85.5; and at noon numeral 20, numeral 116, latitude 7°56'N, longitude 51°06'W.

Steam 108 pounds, revolutions 90.5, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and warm.

Light to gentle breeze from SSE and SW.

At 1.25pm flagship made general signal 209, squadron altered course to NW¾W.

At 1.35pm flagship made 277 numeral 36, at 1.50pm telegraphic 6075, 0980, 3599, 8433, 3478, and at 2.20pm general signal 17.

At 2.20pm a man fell overboard from U.S.S. "San Francisco" and was picked up.

Stopped this ship and sent lifeboat to assist.

Lost rotator of patent log.

At 3.30pm flagship made [signal] 2984.

O. Olsen was disrated from Gunner's Mate to Seaman, and J. Sullivan was rated from Seaman to Gunner's Mate from today.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 89.4, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Partly cloudy.

Light airs from NE.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 85.4, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs and breezes from North.

At 7.40pm flagship signaled "I do not doubt that we will get to Barbadoes Sunday morning" and then "What current at noon", this vessel answered 4.3 miles.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 83.4, vacuum 27.5 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fair weather.

Light wind from North to ENE.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 83.3, vacuum 26 inches.


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10 February 1893

At sea, making passage to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat 10.07, Long -54.53


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and warm.

Light airs and breeze from East.

Occasional lightning from Northward and Eastward.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 83.4, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with occasional light passing showers.

Wind freshening from gentle to moderate breeze and hauling from NNE first hour to ENE at end of watch.

At 5.50am set staysails, trysails and spanker.

Made course NE by W⅛W per bridge compass.

Slowed down engines from 84 to 78 revolutions after setting sail.

At 7.30am flagship signaled 6287.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 82, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with occasional rain squalls.

Moderate breezes from ENE.

At 9.30am had fire quarters, times as follows, ready: 1st Division 2 minutes 42 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 10 seconds; 3rd Division 2 minutes 17 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 8 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 22 seconds; Engineer's Division 50 seconds; Marines 31 seconds.

Closed watertight doors in 30 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 2 minutes 2 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 15 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 2 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 0 seconds; Powder Division 55 seconds; Engineer's Division 10 seconds; Marines 40 seconds.

At 9.00am flagship signaled "Uniform for officers is caps", at 10.00am by wigwag "Make liberal speed and save coal as I wish to take you to St. Thomas without coaling".

At 11.10am flagship made 6017, this vessel answered 8.8.

At 11.30am took position on port quarter of flagship and received signal 6405, answered telegraphic 6737, 8373, 7288.

At noon made [signal] numeral 98 and numeral 18, then latitude 10°04'N and longitude 54°32'W.

Took in spanker for about 20 minutes while signaling.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 75.7, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Steady rain, sky overcast.

Wind from North to ESE, varying in force from light to fresh breezes.

At end of watch all of the ships in sight.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 82.5, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Raining.

Light airs to gentle breeze from ESE.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 84.1, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Partly clear.

Light to gentle breeze from ESE to East.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 83.5, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with drizzling rain at times.

Moderate to fresh breezes from ENE and NE.

Ship rolling deeply at times.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 83, vacuum 26 inches.


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11 February 1893

At sea, making passage to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat 12.12, Long -57.77


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast by clouds.

Moderate wind from ENE.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 82.4, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, with occasional drizzling rain.

Light to moderate breeze from ENE.

At 5.45am set fore and main trysails and jib.

At 7.30am flagship made dress signal 6187.

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 83.4, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, clearing somewhat last hour, succession of heavy rain squalls second hour.

Moderate to stiff breeze from ENE.

At 9.00am set trysail and hauled down jib.

At 9.30am we signaled flagship numeral 3, and at noon numeral 19 and numeral 79, also latitude 12°08'N and longitude 57°42'W.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 79.3, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant weather.

Moderate breezes from NE.

At 1.00pm flagship signaled 206, "NW by W½W", changed course accordingly to NW by W⅞W per bridge compass.

At 1.30pm flagship signaled (wigwag) "What is the matter with your bow", answered "Portion of scroll work carried away in heavy weather off Frio".

At 1.45pm flagship made telegraphic 5301, 0804, 6004, 3985, 8673, 0935, general 3167, 3 answer (If weather is favorable squadron will swing ship at 3.00pm).

At 3.00pm flagship made annulling 3167, later 244 and 277 numeral 28, accordingly took position in First Order of Cruising and reduced speed.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 77.9, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate to fresh breezes from NE.

In First Order of Cruising under number 2 flag, flagship having made number 2 at 4.30pm.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 69.1, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Moderate wind from ENE.

Running in First Order of Cruising.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 60.4, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate to stiff breeze from NE.

At 9.20pm flagship signaled "Have slowed down five revolutions".

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 60.1, vacuum 27.5 inches.


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12 February 1893

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat 13.09, Long -59.62


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with occasional squalls from NE by North.

At 12.45am sighted Ragged Point light bearing by bridge compass NNW½W, and at one [o'clock] sighted South Point light bearing NW½W (this light showed white when first sighted).

At 2.47am Ragged Point light bore off starboard beam.

At 3.30am South Point light bore off starboard beam and at end of watch it bore NNE.

At 3.55am sighted the lights of Bridgetown.

At 1.45am flagship signaled course WNW½W, and at 2.05am "Speed five knots".

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 50.7, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with passing showers of rain first and last hours.

Moderate breeze from NE by North, with fresh squalls middle of watch.

At beginning of watch standing along shore, lights of South Point and town in sight.

At 4.35am flagship made (Ardois) "Compass NNW", and at 5.04am "Tactics 251, 255", accordingly took position in column at distance.

At 5.20am flagship signaled (Ardois) "Speed 7 knots", and later made the following signals: about 5.30am compass NNE; at 5.55am general 126; at 6.05am general 829; at 6.15am numeral 1; at 6.30am preparatory 229; at 6.40am 229; at 6.50am 230.

At 6.30am hauled in patent log, reading 5.7.

At 7.08am let go port anchor, hove up again immediately and came to about 5 minutes later in Bridgetown harbor in 9 fathoms water, sandy bottom, 45 fathoms port chain.

Bearings: buoy off Needham Point S10°E, clock tower S55°E, refinery chimneys N87°E, true.

At 7.15am flagship made "Signal was annulled", at 7.25am 6287, and at 7.50am "Send no wash clothes ashore".

Draft of ship forward 11 feet 5 inches, aft 15 feet 0 inches.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 50.8, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Partially cloudy, with light rain first hour.

Moderate breezes from ENE.

Sounded ahead of ship, least water 5¼ fathoms.

Made routine signals as follows: at 9.30am numeral 2; at 10.00am numeral 0; at 12.00pm numeral 66 and numeral 13.

Wigwag [signals] as follows: flagship to U.S.S. "Yorktown" "Make careful estimate of coal on hand", answered "Estimate 68 tons on hand".

At 11.30am flagship sent "You will leave for St. Thomas tomorrow afternoon with me", also "We signaled for guard boat", answered "Guard boat is alongside".


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair weather.

Fresh puffs from NE by East.

Sent a liberty party of seven men on shore.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze from NE by East.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from NE by East.

At 7.20pm U.S.S. "San Francisco" got under way and left port.

At 7.30pm flagship signaled "Be ready to sail tomorrow at one o'clock, will signal hour to steam".


8pm to midnight:

Generally fair, with occasional light passing showers of rain.

Light airs and breezes from ENE first part, with stiff squalls latter part.


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13 February 1893

At anchor Bridgetown, Barbadoes, and at sea making passage to St. Lucia

Lat 13.09, Long -59.62


Midnight to 4am:

Partially cloudy, but pleasant, with passing showers.

Light to moderate breezes coming in squalls from ENE.

Mail steamer came in from Southward.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Wind from ENE and NE by East.

English mail steamer "Para" came in.

American mail steamer "Allianca" got under way.

At 7.25am flagship made [signal] 6287.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NE.

Received 75 pounds fresh bread and 93 pounds each beef and vegetables.

At 9.20am flagship signaled "Send receipt for fresh provisions by guard boat", at 10.35am 3093, and at 10.55am 2984.

Made sick, absentee and coal reports.

At 10.00am flagship fired a salute of 13 guns, British ensign at the fore, which was returned by fort on shore.

At 11.30am flagship fired a salute of 7 guns, United States ensign at the fore.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Wind in moderate to stiff squalls from ENE.

At 12.50pm wigwagged to U.S.S. "Baltimore" "Are there any letters for us", she answered "One letter".

At 1.40pm U.S.S. "Baltimore" got under way and left port.

The United States Consul visited this ship.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair and pleasant weather, gentle breeze from NE with moderate squalls.

Made preparations for sea.

Received aboard for transfer to U.S.S. "San Francisco" the following named men, stragglers from that vessel, namely: E.S. Harris, Seaman; T. Smith, Ordinary Seaman; M. Backus, Seaman Apprentice First-class.

Royal Mail steamer "Para" got under way and left port.

At 5.00pm went to quarters and mustered crew.

At 5.55pm sighted U.S.S. "Monongahela" coming in from SE.

At 5.55pm asked and received permission to get under way, and at 6.00pm called "All hands up anchor".


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from NE.

At 6.15pm got under way and stood out of harbor.

At 6.30pm put over patent log, reading 5.7.

At 6.20pm Needham [Point] light bore S76°E (true), distant 5 miles.

Draft forward 11 feet 4 inches, aft 15 feet 0 inches.

Exercised with searchlights.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 66.2, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fair weather, starlight.

Wind from NE by East in fresh puffs.

At 11.50pm sighted a steamer's lights to the Southward.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 56.9, vacuum 26 inches.


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14 February 1893

At sea, making passage to, and moored to wharf at St. Lucia, West Indies

Lat 14.012, Long -60.992


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze from ENE and NE.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 55.4, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Generally clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from ENE, with occasional stiff squalls.

Course WNW¼W until 4.46am, when ship's head was put East by South (log 72.8) whilst waiting daylight, this course was steered until 5.35am, then course WNW was steered (log 75.1) and ship steamed ahead full speed.

At 5.50am sighted St. Lucia Island broad off starboard bow, and at 6.05am sighted St. Vincent Island broad off port bow.

From this time ship conned by the Commander and coasting along Southward end of St. Lucia Island.

At end of watch Laborie Reefs off starboard beam, distant four miles.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 73.4, vacuum 26 inches.

Moon rose at 4.05am and the sun at 6.20am.


8am to meridian:

Fair, with passing rain showers.

Moderate breeze, with fresh squalls first part, light and gentle breezes latter part.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised divisions.

At 10.15am standing into Castries harbor, St. Lucia, Commanding Officer at conn.

Hauled in patent log, reading 16.8.

Sighted U.S.S. "San Francisco" lying at wharf inside and hoisted distinguishing pennant, which was answered by U.S.S. "San Francisco" hoisting hers.

Asked and received permission to anchor and at 10.26am anchored in Castries harbor.

Harbor Master came alongside and gave us pratique and we immediately hove up and went alongside wharf, mooring ahead of U.S.S. "San Francisco".

Sent the three stragglers aboard of U.S.S. "San Francisco".

Made preparations for coaling ship.

Received visits from Commanding Officer of Garrison and United States Consul.

Commanding Officer paid an official visit to U.S.S. "San Francisco", and the Commanding Officer of that ship visited this vessel.

Bearings from moorings: Vigie [Virgil in log-book] lighthouse N30°W, Tapion Rock lighthouse N70°W, Victoria Hospital S59°W, true.

7 fathoms water, soft bottom.

Draft of ship forward 11 feet 4 inches, aft 14 feet 10 inches.

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 90.6, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from ENE.

Coaling ship using native labor, carrying baskets of 94 pounds capacity.

At end of watch about 160 tons of coal on board.

Hauled ship about 100 feet ahead at 3.00pm.

Had 125 tons of coal on board at 3.00pm.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from ENE.

Engaged coaling ship.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from ENE.

Coaling ship.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, heavy shower second hour.

Light breeze from ENE.

Finished coaling at 11.30pm, having received 329 tons 900 pounds since noon.

Antone Joseph, Coal Heaver, being under the influence of liquor, by order of the Commanding Officer he was placed in brig for safe keeping.

Arthur Parkinson, Landsman, was missed from the ship, a careful search failed to find him on board.


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15 February 1893

Moored to wharf St. Lucia Island, West Indies

Lat 14.012, Long -60.992


Midnight to 4am:

Generally clear, with occasional light passing rain showers.

Light airs and breezes from NNE, with moderate squalls latter part.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, passing showers first hour.

Light breezes from NNE.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 75 pounds bread; and 93 pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Warm and pleasant.

Light wind from ENE.

Shifted berth around corner of dock.

Received on board in Engineer's Department: 438 gallons oil.

Engaged cleaning ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant, with occasional very light passing showers.

Breeze moderate to light from East.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant, light to gentle breeze from East.

Engaged painting hatch coamings and waterways, also ship outside.

Received 14,000 gallons of water from shore main on dock.

Received 100 pounds bicarbonate of soda for use in Engineer's Department.

At 5.30pm U.S.S. "San Francisco" fired a salute of 13 guns, English ensign at the fore.


6pm to 8pm:

Generally clear, with rain squalls last hour.

Light airs from East.

At 6.15pm U.S.S. "San Francisco" got under way and went to sea.


8pm to midnight:

Generally clear, occasional passing shower.

Light to gentle breezes from East.

At 11.50pm placed P. Bruck, Private Marine, in brig to await action of Commanding Officer, being found drunk on post.


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16 February 1893

At anchor port Castries, St. Lucia Island, and making passage to St. Thomas, West Indies

Lat 14.012, Long -60.992


Midnight to 4am:

Fair weather, with light passing showers.

Light wind from East.


4am to 8am:

Generally cloudy, with passing showers.

Light airs and breeze from East.

Received 75 pounds bread and 93 pounds each fresh beef and vegetables.

Hauled out from dock to buoy.


8am to meridian:

Generally cloudy, occasional passing showers.

Light breeze from East.

At 11.30am a British brigantine came in showing T.M.B.S.

The United States Consular agent visited the ship.

Engaged painting ship outside.

By order of [Commanding Officer] P. Bruck, Private Marine, was placed under sentry's charge to await trial by Court Marital, for being drunk on post and having liquor in his possession, and Antone Josephs, Coal Heaver, was given 5 days' solitary confinement, bread and water, for being drunk on duty.


Meridian to 4pm:

Generally fair, with frequent passing showers of rain.

Light breezes from ENE to East.

Received in Paymaster's Department following fresh provisions: 75 pounds bread; 93 pounds each of meat and vegetables.

Made preparations for getting under way.

Called "All hands unmoor ship" at 3.50pm.

At 3.55pm slipped from buoy and hoisted jib.

At end of watch swinging to starboard using engines to turn, Commanding Officer in charge.


4pm to 6pm:

Partially cloudy, occasional passing showers.

At 4.05pm hauled down jib and stood out of harbor.

At 4.18pm put over patent log, reading 6.7, and took departure: Vigie [Virgil in log-book] light bearing S64°E true, distant one mile.

At 5.05pm went to evening quarters.

By order of Commanding Officer, A. Joseph, Coal Heaver, and P. Bruck, Private Marine, were released from confinement, to be prisoners at large till further orders.

At 6.00pm slowed to 75 turns.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 85.5, vacuum 27 inches.

Draft of ship forward 13 feet 6 inches, aft 16 feet 4 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair weather.

Fresh trades from ENE to NE by East.

At 6.00pm set trysails and fore staysail.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 76.3, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from NE by East and NE.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 80.9, vacuum 26 inches.


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17 February 1893

At sea, making passage to St. Thomas, West Indies

Lat 16.25, Long -63.06


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight.

Moderate breeze from NE.

Ship under storm staysail, trysails and spanker.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 80.9, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Moderate breeze from NE by East.

At 7.00am took in all sail.

At 7.20am slowed to half speed and began swinging ship [for compass deviations].

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 78.9, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breezes from NE by East.

At 9.30am went to fire quarters, times as follows, ready: 1st Division 2 minutes 6 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 20 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 22 seconds; Navigator's Division 56 seconds; Powder Division forward 1 minute 6 seconds, ditto after 1 minute 10 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 22 seconds; Marines 1 minute 40 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 1 minute 10 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 10 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 32 seconds; Navigator's Division 40 seconds; Powder Division forward 1 minute 30 seconds, ditto after 1 minute 30 seconds; Engineer's Division 30 seconds; Marines 45 seconds.

Closed watertight doors in 27 seconds.

Swinging ship until 9.05am, when went ahead on course NW½N and set lower sail and jib.

At 10.35am changed course to NNW⅝W.

Set clock back 17 minutes.

After fire quarters instructed divisions for half an hour and tested flood cocks.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 76.9, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair weather.

Light to moderate wind from NE to NE by East.

Instructed signal class.

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 77.1, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from ENE.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Took in sail at 5.15pm.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 79.2, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from ENE.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 75.3, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant weather, brilliant starlight.

Moderate breeze from ENE.

At 8.20pm took sounding, no bottom at 35 fathoms.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 75.2, vacuum 26 inches.


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18 February 1893

At sea, and at anchor St. Thomas, West Indies, and making passage to Lynnhaven Bay, United States

Lat 18.33, Long -64.93


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breezes from ENE.

At 1.00am changed course to SE by South and ran on this course till 3.45am, when resumed course NNW⅝W.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 60.6, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from ENE.

At 5.55am made St. Croix Island bearing about West (per compass).

At 6.25am made land bearing about NW by North (per compass).

At 5.27am changed course to NW½N, and at 5.36am to NW½W.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 84.9, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Gentle breeze from ENE and East.

At 9.45am changed course to WNW, log reading 50.4, at 10.35am changed course to NW by West, log reading 59, at 10.40am to NW¾N, log reading 59.8.

At 10.58am hauled in log, reading 62.3.

At 10.45am sighted flagship at anchor in harbor of St. Thomas, hoisted distinguishing pennant, which was answered.

At 10.50am hoisted interrogatory 1211, flagship answered and made general signal 230.

At 11.11am anchored in harbor of St. Thomas with port anchor in 4½ fathoms and veered to 20 fathoms chain.

Bearings at anchor: Kiaer Tower N7°E, Frederick Tower N47°E and lighthouse S30°E, all true.

Draft forward 13 feet 3 inches, aft 16 feet 3 inches.

At 11.15am flagship made [signal] to this ship 249, 49, 4, 11, at 11.50am made 1071 to this ship.

Made coal report to flagship.

Reconfined James Bruck, Private Marine, who had been released as prisoner at large.

Started fires under boiler B.

Steam 102 pounds, revolutions 101.3, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm, gentle breeze from SE.

Engaged latter part of watch getting ship ready for sea.

At 3.50pm flagship made [signal] preparatory 237, and at 3.55pm 237, we called all hands up anchor and hove in to short stay.

At 4.00pm flagship hauled down signal and the squadron got under way and stood out of Charlotte Amalie [Charlotte Amelia in log-book] harbor, St. Thomas.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light breeze from NE.

At 4.05pm flagship made following signals: 240, 251, 256, 196; at 4.20pm 244 and at 4.40pm 204.

Squadron stood out in column and then went into First Order of Cruising.

At 4.50pm flagship signaled 263 (Proceed without regard to formation) and (wigwag) "Keep within easy signal distance".

At 5.20pm flagship signaled 220 (NNW), changed course accordingly.

At 5.45pm took departure, Dutchman's Cap S84°E, South end of Savana Island S46°E, Culebrita lighthouse S49°W (true), patent log [reading] 71.7.

Draft of ship forward 13 feet 3 inches, aft 16 feet 3 inches.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 100.4, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from NE.

Flagship made [signal] to U.S.S. "Yorktown" "Why do you not show your speed light", answered "Wire out of order".

Flagship then made "In case of separation, rendezvous at Lynnhaven Bay".

By order of Commanding Officer P. Bruck, Private Marine, was made a prisoner at large.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 103.6, vacuum 25 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from ENE.

At 8.50pm set trysails, jib and staysail.

At 10.30pm took in spanker.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 102.1, vacuum 26 inches.


Kiaer Tower is also known as Blackbeard's Castle.

Frederick Tower is also known as Bluebeard's Castle.

Dutchman's Cap is also known as Dutchcap Cay.


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19 February 1893

At sea, making passage to Lynnhaven Bay, Virginia

Lat 21.38, Long -66.65


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from ENE.

Took in sail at 1.30am.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 99.1, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, warm last hour.

Light to gentle breeze from SSE.

At 5.30am the flagship's speed diminished perceptibly, commenced slowing down, and at end of watch we were making 75 revolutions.

At 7.30am flagship signaled 6287.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 91.7, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant weather.

Moderate breeze from SSE and SSW.

At 9.30am went to quarters and Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew, afterwards held general muster.

Made following routine signals: at 9.30am numeral 3; at 10.00am made numeral 0; at noon numeral 309, numeral 22.

At end of watch on port bow of flagship, making 98 revolutions.

Latitude signaled 21°23'N, longitude 66°39'W.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 89.6, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate breezes from SSW.

At 1.00pm flagship signaled 219 and changed course to NNW¼W.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 100.2, vacuum 27 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair weather.

Moderate wind from SSW.

At 5.00pm set fore and main trysails, jib and staysail.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 99.2, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from SSW.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 92.1, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, passing rain squalls third hour.

At 10 o'clock hauled down jib.

Moon set at 8.55pm.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 99.7, vacuum 27 inches.


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20 February 1893

At sea, making passage to Lynnhaven Bay, Virginia

Lat 25.23, Long -68.57


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather first part, squally and rainy latter part.

Stiff and moderate breezes from WSW first part, fresh squalls from WNW latter part.

At 3.15am took in all sail.

At end of watch making 100 revolutions.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 91.1, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Gentle to moderate breezes from WNW to NNW.

Sea and wind reduced speed of ship markedly first hour.

At 6.00am hauled in patent log and cleared it of sea weed.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 100.5, vacuum 26.5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light wind from NW by West.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Exercised the divisions.

The Commanding Officer assigned the following punishments: C.T. Johnson, First-class Apprentice, 6 hours' extra duty, for inattention on messenger watch; F.H. Danton, Coal Heaver, J.F. Fitzpatrick, First-class Fireman, for leaving work before time; and H. Hill, Coal Heaver, for smoking out of hours; each had money stopped for one month.

The flagship made the following general signals: at 8.35am 6017; at 8.50am 10 answer 5; at 9.00am telegraphic 4118, 0935, 8810, 3579, 4406, 6860, U.S.S. "Charleston" pennant, 945, 6863; at noon coal 559, -64, latitude 25°13'[N], longitude 68°26'[W].

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.30am numeral 2; at 8.45am 9 answer 5; at noon coal 282, -27, latitude 25°14'[N], longitude 68°33'[W].

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 100.4, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from WNW.

At 1.00pm squadron stopped and half-masted colors while funeral services were held on board U.S.S. "Charleston".

At 1.15pm flagship made general signal 280, squadron hauled down colors and went ahead.

At 1.30pm flagship made telegraphic signal 6077, 3599, 8433, 3478, 0970, 790, 2636.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 91.1, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from WNW.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 100.4, vacuum 25 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair and pleasant weather, gentle breeze from WNW.

At 7.20pm flagship signaled (Ardois) "What speed", answered "10.2", her speed signaled was 10.7, flagship then signaled "Have report of sword exercise ready on arrival in port".

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 105.6, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze from WNW.

Moon set at 9.54pm.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 105.6, vacuum 26 inches.


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21 February 1893

At sea, making passage to Lynnhaven Bay, Virginia

Lat 28.76, Long -70.77


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind from WNW to NW.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 92.1, vacuum 26.5 inches.


4am to 8am:

Clear first half, cloudy second half.

Wind gentle to light from NW first half, then shifting to NE and becoming stiff towards close of watch.

At 7.30am flagship made dress signal 6167.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 102.7, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, stiff breeze from NE by East.

Long swell last two hours from NE.

At 9.30am inspected and mustered crew at quarters, after which the divisions were given drill and instruction.

At 8.45am flagship signaled interrogatory 6017, this ship answered numeral 9 answer 8.

At 9.30am signaled flagship numeral 4, and at noon numeral 253 and numeral 29, latitude 28°46'N, longitude 70°47'W.

At noon flagship signaled numeral 493 and numeral 64 and latitude 28°45N, longitude 70°41'W.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 99.1, vacuum 26.5 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and pleasant weather.

Moderate breeze from ENE to East.

At 3.20pm stopped the port engine for about five minutes.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 98.3, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Partially cloudy, cool weather.

Moderate breezes from East.

At end of watch taking position on port quarter of flagship.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 94.9, vacuum 26.5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair weather.

Moderate East wind.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 91.3, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy first half, afterwards fair.

Gentle to moderate breeze from ESE to SSE.

Barometer falling.

At 8.30pm flagship signaled "Do you place limit on consumption of coal", answered "No".

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 91.3, vacuum 27 inches.


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22 February 1893

At sea, making passage to Lynnhaven Bay, Virginia

Lat 32.24, Long -73.12


Midnight to 4am:

Passing rain squall first hour, after which wind came out from SSW and increased from moderate to very fresh breeze, lightning to Northward and Westward, sky generally clear.

Sea increasing at end of watch.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 94.8, vacuum 27 inches.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and squally with lightning to Northward first hour, raining and overcast latter part.

Fresh breeze from SW, shifting to SW by South with frequent moderate gales first part, wind increasing latter part and about 7.45am a heavy squall came up, wind blowing a gale, carrying away engine room windsail halyards and stripping cover off of sailing launch.

Barometer falling.

Ship rolling and pitching deeply to heavy sea from SW, maximum roll 30°, average roll about 20°.

On port quarter of flagship all watch.

At 7.30am flagship made time and dress signal, affirmative 6167.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 96.8, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Generally cloudy, occasional blue sky.

Fresh breeze to gale in squalls first part, then steady gale from WNW.

Sea confused.

At 11.50am made [signal] interrogatory 277, numeral 28, flagship answered "Yes".

Also asked "Do you wish to steam slower", answered "Yes".

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 86.2, vacuum 26 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Blowing a strong gale from WNW, with occasional lulls.

Sea rough.

At 12.40pm flagship made [signal] 277, numeral 28.

Slowed to 7 knots.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 86.2, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Moderate gale from WNW.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 86.1, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Blowing a moderate gale from WNW.

Barometer rising slowly.

Sea and wind moderating a little at end of watch.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 88, vacuum 26 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fair, with bright moonlight most of watch, clouding over latter part.

Fresh breezes and moderate to strong gales from WNW.

Making 85 revolutions, on course NNW½W.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 86.5, vacuum 27 inches.


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23 February 1893

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor Lynnhaven Roads, Virginia

Lat 35.43, Long -74.88


Midnight to 4am:

Partially cloudy and cool.

Wind in fresh breezes to moderate gale, coming in squalls first part, and moderating to steady fresh breezes from NNW.

Sea moderating all watch.

Increasing speed gradually from 85 turns at beginning of watch to 100 at end of watch.

Flagship made signal "Can you increase to full speed", answered "Can make nine, five tenths knots".

Steam 113 pounds, revolutions 88.9, vacuum 26 inches.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light NW wind.

At 4.20am signaled flagship "Am making full speed".

At 7.25am flagship signaled 6127, and at 8.00am 221.

At 8.00am changed course to North by W¾W.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 100.7, vacuum 25 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NW and NW by West.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and overhauled battery.

At 10.40am flagship signaled 227 and numeral 44.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 102.1, vacuum 27 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, but cold.

Moderate to gentle breeze from WSW to SW.

At 12.30pm flagship signaled tactical 219 and squadron changed course to NNW¼W.

Sighted two steamers standing to Northward and Eastward.

Temperature of surface water fell from 62° to 42° [Fahrenheit] between two and three o'clock.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 112.5, vacuum 26 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair and pleasant weather, gentle breeze from SSW.

At 4.50pm slowed down to take position on port quarter of flagship.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

At 5.07pm flagship signaled NW½N, our course was about NW.

At 5.20pm asked and received permission to unbend and send down gaff topsails.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 98.2, vacuum 26 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine, cool weather.

Moderate to gentle breezes from from SW.

At 6.35pm sighted Cape Henry light dead ahead and flagship signaled "Compass NW by North", and at 7.50pm flagship made compass NW by West.

At 6.15pm Currituck light was sighted on port beam.

At end of watch lost Currituck light and Cape Henry light bore two points on port bow.

At 7.30pm flagship made signal tactical 244 and went into First Order of Cruising, and then signaled "Have all papers requiring Admiral's signature ready at 1pm tomorrow".

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 104.2, vacuum 27 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Fair weather.

Moderate SW wind.

Followed motions of flagship in changing course to the Westward.

At 9.00pm made Cape Charles light bearing about West by North.

Sighted several steamers.

Stood into Lynnhaven Bay and at 9.46pm anchored in 7 fathoms water, veering to 45 fathoms on port chain.

Bearings at anchor: Thimble light N73°W, Cape Charles light 37°.

Ship's draft forward 12 feet 2 inches, aft 16 feet.

Banked fires.

At 8.05pm formed column of vessels at one distance.

Flagship made the following signals: at 8.05pm tactical 251; at 8.10pm tactical 255; at 8.38pm tactical preparatory 230; at 9.20pm tactical 230; at 10.00pm "I wish to be under way at 6.30am. We will go up under two boilers".

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 83.2, vacuum 27 inches.


THE VOYAGES OF USS YORKTOWN
Operations off US West Coast

JP map Yorktown US West Coast 1893

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24 February 1893

At anchor Lynnhaven Roads, under way and at anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.994, Long -76.315


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Stiff breeze from WSW and West by South.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cool.

Gentle to moderate breeze from West by South.

At 6.15am flagship made [signal] preparatory 287 and then 237, at 6.30am 251, then 255 and squadron got under way in obedience to signals and stood up bay in column, at 7.00am general 829, then 548 to U.S.S. "Yorktown" and U.S.S. "Charleston".

At 7.50am flagship made [signal] 6157 and wigwag signal to this ship "Anchoring distance 1½ cables".

Draft forward 12 feet 2 inches, aft 15 feet 11 inches.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 83.2, vacuum 27 inches.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, clear and cold.

Fresh wind from West.

Engaged cleaning ship.

Received mail.

At 8.15am came to off Old Point Comfort wharf in 12 fathoms water, veering to 45 fathoms port chain.

Bearings at anchorage: Rip Raps S56°E and Old Point [Comfort] lighthouse N40°E.

Ship's draft forward 12 feet 2 inches, aft 15 feet 11 inches.

Allowed fires to die out under three boilers.

The flagship made the following signals: at 8.30am 2121; at 9.50am 1755; at 10.40am 1071; and at 10.55am 4557.

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.30am numeral 3; and at noon numeral 183 numeral 17.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from WNW and West by North.

Riding between wind and tide most of watch.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, clear and cool.

Light wind from WNW.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Had general muster when sentences of Summary Court [Martial], approved by Commander-in-Chief, were read in the following cases, for leaving the ship without permission: B. Nugent, Gunner's Mate, reduced to Seaman and lose $20; M. Harris, Carpenter and Calker, reduced to Landsman; E. Donaldson, Second-class Fireman, reduced to Coal Heaver and lose $20; and J. Cosgrove, Seaman, reduced to Ordinary Seaman and lose $20.

By order of Commanding Officer placed A. Joseph, Coal Heaver, in solitary confinement to complete his term of punishment.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from WNW and West.


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25 February 1893

At anchor Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.994, Long -76.315


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cold, moonlight and starlight.

Light airs from SSE and South.

At 12.15am swinging to flood.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather, cold.

Airs from South.

At 7.25am flagship signaled 6157.


8am to meridian:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light airs from SW and SW by South, occasionally calm.

Made sick, coal and absentees report to flagship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, hazy.

Light airs from NE.

Ship swung to flood at 2.00pm, riding to flood remainder of watch.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from NE and SW.

Began swinging to ebb at 6.00pm and finished at 6.30pm.

U.S.S. "Baltimore" hauled down Admiral's flag and U.S.S. "San Francisco" hoisted Senior Officer's pennant.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Light airs first hour from SW, then wind came out in moderate breezes blowing in squalls from NW.

U.S.S. "San Francisco" signaled to this ship "Proceed at your discretion in obedience to orders".


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26 February 1893

At anchor Hampton Roads, and making passage to New York

Lat 37.00, Long -76.00 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cold, brilliant starlight and moonlight.

Wind blowing in moderate squalls from NW first part, falling to light breeze latter part.

Swinging to flood first hour.

At 3.10am started fires under all boilers.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cold.

Light airs and breeze from NW and North.

At 7.30am flagship made dress signal 6157.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cold.

Light to moderate breezes from North.

At 9.20am called all hands up anchor and stood down the bay.

At 10.05am passed Thimble Shoal light and put over patent log, reading 4.7.

At end of watch between whistling buoy and Cape Charles lightship.

At 9.15am made [signal] interrogatory 4890, at 9.30am numeral 3.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 108.2, vacuum 27 inches.

Draft forward 12 feet 1 inches, aft 15 feet 11 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, cold, fine weather.

Stiff to moderate breeze from North by West, shifting to NW.

At 12.30pm Cape Charles lightship bore N88°W true, distant about one mile, took departure, patent log reading 33.8, set course NE¼N.

At 1.15pm lost sight of lightship.

At 1.45pm Hog Island lighthouse bore abeam.

Passed several steamers and sailing vessels, all bound to Southward and Westward.

At 3.30pm slowed down and began swinging ship [for compass deviations].

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 106.4, vacuum 28 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and cold.

Light to gentle breezes from North to NE.

At 4.50pm sighted Assateague light bearing N¾W (per compass).

At 5.30pm this light bore abeam.

At 5.40pm sighted Winter Quarter [Shoal] lightship 3 point forward port beam.

At 4.10pm put over patent log and resumed course, having finished swinging ship.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 114, vacuum 27 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, cold, bright moonlight.

Airs from NE and NNE.

At 6.25pm Winter Quarter Shoal lightship bore abeam.

At 6.48pm Assateague and Winter Quarter Shoal lights in line.

At 6.15pm changed course to NE by North per standard [compass].

At 6.55pm lost sight of Winter Quarter Shoal light and at 7.10pm lost sight Assateague light.

Passed a steamer close aboard standing to the Southward.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 109.6, vacuum 28 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold.

Light airs and breeze from SSW and West.

At 9.46pm changed course to NNE½E, log reading 33.3.

At 10.21pm sighted Five Fathom Bank lightship bearing N½W (per compass).

At 11.10pm lightship bore abeam, distant 7.4 miles.

At 11.19pm sighted Northeast End lightship bearing North by West.

Lightship bore abeam at close of watch.

At 11.39pm changed course to NNE¾E, log reading 57.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 109.4, vacuum 26 inches.


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27 February 1893

Making passage from Hampton Roads to New York

Lat 40.68, Long -74.06


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cold.

Light breeze from West.

At 12.30am sighted Absecon light bearing N¼E, patent log [reading] 68.6.

At 1.00am Absecon [Absecom in log-book] bore North by West, patent log 72.8. at 2.00am it bore abeam.

At 1.55am sighted Tuckers Beach light, patent log 83.9, at 2.50am it bore abeam.

At 2.50am sighted Barnegat bearing N¼E, patent log 95.4.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 109.3, vacuum 27 inches.

Sighted two schooners standing to Southward and Westward.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cold, light to moderate breeze from NW.

At 4.18am Barnegat light bore abeam, distant about 8½ miles, patent log [reading] 14.8, and changed course to North by E⅝E.

At 5.45am made signal 2 green Very's lights and a rocket for Pilot boat.

Pilot boat number 7 answered and we stopped to allow pilot to come alongside.

Rest of watch pilot on bridge.

At 7.15am made out the Highland lights and at 7.45am sighted Sandy Hook lighthouse.

Passed numerous sails and steamers during watch.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 105, vacuum 26 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cold.

Light to gentle breezes from NW and NNW.

At 8.15am sighted Sandy Hook lightship and then Scotland lightship, the latter nearly ahead.

Stood in through Swash Channel and up the bay.

At 10.00am hauled in the patent log at the Narrows and stopped the ship to allow Health Officer to come aboard.

At 10.20am, Health Officer having granted pratique, stood in to anchorage off Tompkinsville, where let go anchor in eight fathoms and veered to 45 fathoms on port chain.

Sent a boat ashore.

Angles from anchorage: Robbins Reef lighthouse and Statue of Liberty 14°30', Statue of Liberty and Governor's Island lighthouse 14°30'.

Draft forward 11 feet 10 inches, aft 15 feet 7 inches.

Steam 116 pounds, revolutions 104.6, vacuum 28 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, cold.

Light breeze from NNW to NW.

At 12.25pm called all hands up anchor.

Hove up port anchor and stood up harbor to Navy Yard and tied up alongside Cob Dock.

Banked fires and let fires die out under three boilers.

Commanding Officer paid official visit to the Commandant.

Sent a liberty party on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, cold.

Light wind from NNW.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold.

Light airs from NNW.


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28 February 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cold, bright moonlight, light NE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Cold, clouding over.

Light NE breeze.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 97 pounds fresh meat; 83 pounds fresh vegetables; and 75 pounds bread.

At 7.45am came to the yard and went alongside the coal dock.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cold, threatening snow.

Light breezes from NE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised at setting up drill.

Following men absent without leave: J. Costain, Machinist, E.F. Sherry, Private Marine, J.F. Allen, Coal Heaver, and F.W. Davis, Seaman.

By order of Commanding Officer O.L. Lee, Seaman, was released from confinement, and his monthly money stopped for one month, for being drunk on duty.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cold, snowing after first hour.

Light breezes from NE.

At 1.00pm U.S.S. "Vesuvius" came in and moored to Cob Dock [Cobb Dock in log-book].

Sent liberty party ashore.

J.F. Allen, Coal Heaver, returned on board 6 hours over time.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cold, snowing first part, then changing into rain.

Light airs from East and ENE.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and rainy.

Light airs from East.

By order of the Commanding Officer released Antone Joseph from confinement.



LOGS FOR MARCH 1893


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1 March 1893

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

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy, rainy and cold first three hours, clearing last hour.

Light airs from ENE and NNE and light breeze from North.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cold.

Light to moderate breeze from North to NW.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cold, gentle breeze from NW.

At 11.00am made signal interrogatory 5455, U.S.S. "Vermont" answered and signaled 904.

We answered and then loosed sail to dry.

James Meiberg, First Sergeant, left the ship on seven days' leave.

Boards of Survey met on board to survey articles in the Construction and Engineer's Departments.

At 9.30am inspected and mustered crew at quarters, after which the divisions were given the setting up drill and oral instruction.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Vermont" visited the ship.

The following named men were absent at quarters, overstaying leave: F.W. Davis, Seaman, J. Costain, Machinist, E.F. Sherry, Private Marine, J.T. Ashton, Water Tender, W.J. Curley, Ordinary Seaman, A. Olsen, Coxswain, M. Clancey, First-class Fireman, R. Williams, Seaman, G.R. Coulter, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, J.F. Kelly, Private Marine, and R.E.L. Garcine, Equipment Yeoman.

R.E.L. Garcin returned 3 hours over time.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, light to moderate breeze from NW.

Thomas Barry, Coal Heaver, was transferred to the Naval Hospital, Brooklyn, with his effects.

Boards of Survey met aboard to survey stores under the cognizance of Ordnance and Equipment (exempted [classes]) [Departments].

Unbent all sail.

Engaged scraping and painting waterways and forward torpedo room.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Vesuvius" visited the ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, light breeze from WNW.

C. Schoenfeld, Private Marine, was transferred with his effects and necessary papers to the Marine Barracks, Brooklyn.

Five boilermakers from the yard in the Engineering Department during the day.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold.

Light Westerly breezes.


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2 March 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cold, bright moonlight.

Light breezes from NW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cold.

Wind in moderate squalls from NW.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 91¼ pounds fresh beef; 96¼ fresh vegetables; and 73 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cold.

Gentle breeze from NW, with occasional stiff squalls.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and held setting up drill.

At 9.00am U.S.S. "Chicago" shifted her berth to Ordnance wharf, and at 10.00am we got under way with the assistance of the tugs and went alongside main wharf, rest of watch engaged securing ship.

Engineer's Department taking in fresh water.

The following Boards of Survey met on board this vessel: Medical, Passed Assistant Surgeon White senior member; Steam Engineering, Passed Assistant Engineer Canaga senior member; Navigation, Lieutenant A.P. Nazro senior member; Construction, [left blank] senior member.

George W. Huffington, Seaman, left the ship under orders to Washington.

Absentees: J. Costain, Machinist, E.F. Sherry, Private Marine, W. Curley, Ordinary Seaman, A. Olsen, Coxswain, J. Kelly, Private Marine, J. Gallagher, Oiler, R. Williams, Seaman, C. Lutonacker, Seaman, and J. Paul, Second-class Fireman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from NW to NNW.

Securing ship alongside wharf.

At 1.00pm mustered at quarters and afterwards held general muster and promulgated General Order number 1 Naval Review Fleet, Special Order number 21 Navy Department had been read previously.

A. Nickerson, Oiler, left the ship under orders to Washington.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cold.

Gentle breeze from NNW.

Finished taking water in Engineer's Department, having received 9,075 gallons.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters and exercised at setting up.

Four boilermakers and one helper from Navy Yard at work aboard during day.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold.

Light breeze from NNW and WNW.

J. Costain, Machinist, returned 61 hours over time.


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3 March 1893

Moored to main wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cold.

Light breeze from West to NNW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cold.

Light airs from NNW.

J.T. Ashton, Water Tender, returned 48 hours over time and drunk.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 63 pounds bread; and 78¾ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cold.

Light airs from SW and SE.

Snowing lightly.

Hauled ship ahead about thirty feet.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, absentees: E. Sherry, Private Marine, W. Curley, Ordinary Seaman, A. Olsen, Coxswain, J. Kelly, Private Marine, J. Gallagher, Oiler, R. Williams, Seaman, C. Lutonacker, Seaman, J. Paul, Second-class Fireman, R.W. Bell, Coal Heaver, R.J. Cooney, Seaman, W.J. Fewer, Captain of Forecastle, J. McGinley, First-class Fireman, M.J. Lynch, Gunner's Mate, J. Toole [Tool in log-book], Water Tender, J. McDonald, Ship's Writer, and O. Strommer, Quartermaster.

Employed on board in Steam Engineering Department: 8 machinists; 2 boilermakers and 2 helpers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cold.

Light breeze from East and ENE.

U.S.S. "Bancroft" came up to Navy Yard and secured in slip astern of this ship.

At 3.00pm U.S.S. "Bancroft" went into commission.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cold.

Light breeze from ENE.

Employed on board in Steam Engineering: 7 machinists; 10 boilermakers; and 2 steam fitters.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

W.J. Fewer, Captain of Forecastle, J. Paul, Second-class Fireman, and J. Gallagher, Oiler, absentees, returned on board.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cold, moonlight.

Light breeze from ENE.


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4 March 1893

Moored to main wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cold.

Light breeze from NE.

Snowing last half hour.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and snowing entire watch.

Light breeze from NE.


8am to meridian:

Snowing.

Wind light from NNE to NE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, the following men absent over time: E. Sherry, Private Marine, W. Curley, Ordinary Seaman, A. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman [sic], A. Olsen, Coxswain, J. Kelly, Private Marine, R. Williams, Private Marine, R. Williams, Private Marine [sic], C. Lutonacker, Seaman, R.W. Bell, Coal Heaver, R.J. Cooney, Seaman, M. McGinley, First-class Fireman, M. Lynch, Gunner's Mate, J. Toole, Water Tender, J. McDonald, Ship's Writer, O. Strommer, Quartermaster, J. Allen, Seaman, T.L. Jones, Second-class Fireman, E. Hume, Private Marine, G. Tripp, Coal Heaver, and N. O'Neil, Coal Heaver.

By order of Commanding Officer disrated A. McLean, Chief Quartermaster, to Seaman, for being drunk on board ship and released him from confinement, by same authority released J. Fewer, Captain of Forecastle, who had become sober, and confined without irons in the cells G. Tripp, Coal Heaver, who returned on board drunk and noisy.

T.W. Richards, Machinist, reported his term of enlistment expired.

E. Hume, Private Marine, and M. O'Neil, Coal Heaver, returned on board, the former 3½ hours and the latter 3 hours over time.

R.E.L. Garcine, Equipment Yeoman, returned on board 2½ hours over time.

The following workmen employed on board in Steam Engineering: 8 machinists; 9 boilermakers, 2 helpers and 1 boy.


Meridian to 4pm:

Snowing steadily.

Moderate breeze from NNE.

Cold.

T.W. Richards, Machinist, was this day discharged from this ship and the Naval Service, his term of enlistment having expired.

The following men were employed on board from Steam Engineering Department of the Navy Yard: 7 boilermakers; 7 machinists; 2 pipefitters and one helper.

Received in Paymaster's Department the following fresh provisions: 69 pounds bread; 74 pounds beef; and 81 pounds vegetables.

Sent two crank handles of Gatling [guns] to Ordnance shop for repairs.


4pm to 8pm:

Stopped snowing, until last hour when it commenced again, overcast by clouds.

Light wind from North.

T.L. Jones, Coal Heaver, returned on board 11½ hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold.

Moderate to very fresh breeze from NNW.

R. Williams, Seaman, and J. Kelly, Private Marine, returned on board.


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5 March 1893

Moored to main wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cold.

Wind in stiff to moderate squalls from NNW.


4am to 8am:

Cold weather, freezing.

Light wind from NNW to NW.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold.

Moderate breeze from NW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Absentees: E. Sherry, Private Marine, W. Curley, Ordinary Seaman, A. Olsen, Coxswain, C. Lutonacker, Seaman, R.J. Cooney, Seaman, R.W. Bell, Coal Heaver, M. McGinley, First-class Fireman, M.J. Lynch, Gunner's Mate, J. Toole, Water Tender, J. McDonald, Ship's Writer, O. Strommer, Quartermaster, J. Allen, Seaman, M. Conway, Seaman Gunner, J.H. O'Conner, Ordinary Seaman, R. Allen, Coal Heaver, A. Garren, Seaman, and D. Whipp, Coal Heaver.

D. Whipp, Coal Heaver, was found to be absent without permission.

J. Sherry, Private Marine, and M. Conway, Seaman Gunner, returned on board.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and cold.

Gentle to stiff breeze from NW and WNW.

J.H. O'Conner, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cold.

Moderate to light breeze from WNW.

M. McGinley, First-class Fireman, and A. Olsen, Coxswain, returned on board.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold, bright moonlight.

Gentle breeze from West.

Ensign Reed returned from leave.

W.J. Curley, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board 110 hours over time.


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6 March 1893

Moored to main wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cold.

Light to gentle breeze from West to WNW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cold.

Light airs and breeze from NNW.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cold.

Gentle breeze from West.

Lieutenant B.A. Fiske left the ship on three days' leave of absence.

V. Frederickson, Coxswain, returned from 6 days' leave of absence.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

Absentees: C. Lutonacker, Seaman, R.W. Bell, Coal Heaver, M.J. Lynch, Gunner's Mate, J. Toole, Water Tender, J. McDonald, Ship's Writer, O. Stromer, Quartermaster, J. Allen, Seaman, R. Allen, Coal Heaver, A. Garren, Seaman, D. Whip, Coal Heaver, J. Fagan, First-class Fireman, J. Bowen, Coal Heaver, B. Olson, Seaman, and J. Dalzell [Dalzel in log-book], Ordinary Seaman.

J. Bowen, Coal Heaver, returned aboard ship 2½ hours over time.

The following yard workmen were employed aboard in Engineer's Department: 7 machinists; 2 steam fitters, 2 helpers; and 11 boilermakers.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Miantonomoh" ["Miantonoma" in log-book] visited the ship.

T.C. Fiske, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, left ship on 4 days' furlough.

Turned the following exempted stores into storehouse: 2 valve rods; 1 oil tray and can; 1 sextant; 1 octant; 2 binoculars; 1 spyglass.

Received on board the following exempted stores: 240 search [?] light fuses; 515 feet of hemp covered portable cord; 50 feet of silk covered portable cord; 240 feet British [Standard] Wire Gauge number 16, cotton covered wire; 6 steam tight globes; 3 screwdrivers; 12 watertight slip plugs; 24 wire commutator brushes; 22 carbon brushes for motor; 50 rubber glands; 3 shades for ceiling fixtures; 24 glass strips for projectors; 6 sight glasses for Siebert's cylinder oil feeder; 12 electrodes; 2 pounds of insulating tape.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cold, gentle breeze from West.

The following yard men were employed: 7 machinists; 2 steam fitters, 2 helpers; and 11 boilermakers.

J.H. Cole, Private Marine, was received on board from the Marine Barracks.

J. Kennedy, Seaman, C. Weinstock, Coxswain, and A. Hasler, Apprentice, left ship on 4 days' furlough.

U.S.S. "Chicago" shifted her berth from Ordnance dock to West side of Cob Dock.

B. Olson, Seaman, returned on board 6½ hours over time, he being under the influence of liquor and causing trouble was by order of the Commanding Officer placed in the brig for safe keeping.

Sent a liberty party ashore.

Two men from the Equipment Department of the yard came aboard to measure for boat covers.

R.J. Cooney, Seaman, returned on board 79½ hours over time.


4pm 8pm:

Clear and cold, gentle to light breeze from West.

J.E. McDonald, Ship's Writer, 81½ hours over time, R.W. Bell, Coal Heaver, 83¾ hours over time, J. Fagan, Second-class Fireman, 10½ hours over time, and O. Stromer, Quartermaster, 82½ hours over time returned on board ship.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold.

Light airs from West by South.


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7 March 1893

Moored to main wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cold, with light breeze and airs from West.

Light haze and moonlight.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, then overcast.

Light breeze from West.

Received in Paymaster's Department for use of crew: 59 pounds bread; 73¾ pounds fresh beef; and 73¾ pounds vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy, cold and snowing.

Light breeze from WNW.

B. Olsen, Seaman, was released from confinement by order of Commanding Officer.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

M.J. Lynch, Gunner's Mate, returned from liberty 100 hours over time, drunk, and was placed under the sentry's charge by order of Commanding Officer.

The floating derrick went alongside U.S.S. "Bancroft" and hoisted in her mizzen-mast.

Sent forward ash hoist engine, air pump piston and valves up in yard for repairs.

The following Navy Yard workmen aboard: 10 machinists; 2 pipefitters, 2 helpers; 9 boilermakers, 2 helpers.

Absentees: J. Toole, Water Tender, C. Lutonacker, Seaman, J. Dalzell, Ordinary Seaman, J. Allen, Seaman, R. Allen, Coal Heaver, P. Joyce, Oiler, J. Collins, Water Tender, G. Lane, Captain of Tops, J.J. Welch, Second-class Fireman, D. Bradley, Private Marine, A. Garren, Seaman, D.O. Whipp, Coal Heaver, F.H. Ruschman, Oiler, and R. Lockard, Ordinary Seaman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cold with snow first, clearing up last hour.

Light breeze from WSW.

Some Navy Yard workmen aboard at work on main engines and boilers.

Sending old boiler tubes ashore.

U.S.S. "Bancroft" finished getting in her masts.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cold.

Light breeze to light airs from WSW.

C. Connolly, Second-class Fireman, returned from liberty 9½ hours over time and D. Bradley, Private Marine, 11½ hours over time.

M. McGinley, First-class Fireman, and M. Foley, First-class Fireman, were placed under sentry's charge by order of Commanding Officer, for being under the influence of liquor aboard ship.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold.

Light breezes from WSW.

George Lane, Captain of Tops, returned on board 15 hours over time, and P. Joyce, Oiler, returned on board 14 hours over time.


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8 March 1893

Moored to main wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, cold.

Light breeze from WSW.


4am to 8am:

Foggy and cold.

Light airs from WSW and calms.

Painting bilges under forward magazine.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant, hazy weather.

Light airs from ESE to SSE.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters, absentees: J. Toole, Water Tender, C. Lutonacker, Seaman, J. Dalzell, Ordinary Seaman, J. Allen, Seaman, R. Allen, Coal Heaver, D.O. Whipp, Coal Heaver, J. Collins, Water Tender, J.J. Welch, Second-class Fireman, A. Garren, Seaman, R. Lockard, Ordinary Seaman, F.H. Ruschman, Oiler, Sweeney, Private Marine, R. Butt, Second-class Fireman, and A.J. Parkinson, Landsman.

Engaged cleaning and painting store rooms.

The following yard workmen were employed on board: 9 boilermakers, with 2 helpers; and five machinists, with 2 helpers.

Hoisted out and hauled on deck: one ash hoisting engine.

By order of the Commanding Officer M. Foley, First-class Fireman, and M. McGinley, First-class Fireman, were placed in solitary confinement on bread and water for five days, for being drunk on duty.

Sent Private P. Bruck (U.S. Marine Corps) before General Court Martial meeting in the yard.

Passed Assistant Paymaster J.B. Martin left the ship on 6 days' leave of absence.

Turned into store the following Equipment [Department] exempted stores, as recommended by board of survey: 1 compass, number 417; 1 azimuth circle; 2 binnacle lamps; and 6 Leclanché [Le Clanche in log-book] cells.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant, hazy weather.

Light airs from SSE till last hour, then light breeze from South.

Engaged cleaning and painting storerooms.

The following workmen from the yard were employed on board: 5 machinists; 8 boilermakers and 2 helpers.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cold, clouding over latter part.

Light airs and breezes from South.

John Allen, Seaman, returned on board 137 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light SW wind.

R. Butt, Second-class Fireman, returned on board 12½ hours over time.


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9 March 1893

Moored to main wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and raining lightly, with light airs from SE by South and East.


4am to 8am:

Raining all watch.

Light airs and breezes from East and ENE.

Ah Sin, Landsman, returned on board 14 hours over time.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 76 pounds meat; 106 pounds vegetables; and 64 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Raining, wind light from ENE.

Barometer falling.

J.J. Welch, Second-class Fireman, returned on board 52 hours over time.

Received on board from hydrant 1875 gallons fresh water.

The following men were employed on board from the yard, in Steam Engineering [Department]: 9 boilermakers, 2 helpers; 5 machinists and 2 helpers; in Construction [Department]: 2 shipfitters.

Absentees: J. Toole, Water Tender, C. Lutonacker, Seaman, J. Dalzell, Ordinary Seaman, R. Allen, Coal Heaver, D. Whipp, Coal Heaver, W.J. Collins, Water Tender, A. Garren, Seaman, R. Lockard, Ordinary Seaman, F.H. Ruschman, Oiler, Sweeney, Private Marine, A.J. Parkinson, Landsman, H. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, W. Caulfield, Private Marine, and J.J. Welch, Coal Heaver.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, with light drizzling rain.

Light wind from ENE to NE.

Received on board the following marine clothing: 13 black helmets; 40 undress caps; 36 fatigue jackets; 60 pairs gloves; 36 pairs woolen trousers; 36 flannel shirts; 48 undershirts; 45 pairs drawers; 60 pairs woolen socks; 36 pairs cotton socks; 48 pairs shoes; 36 pairs suspenders; 50 linen collars.

The following workmen from the yard employed on board: 5 machinists, 2 helpers; 9 boilermakers, 2 helpers and five helpers for an hour and a half getting in tubes, all in Steam Engineering Department; in Construction Department: 2 shipfitters; and in Equipment Department: 1 electrician and three assistants.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with drizzling rain.

Moderate wind from NE.

H.J. Lutkin, Machinist, was transferred from U.S.S. "Vermont" to this ship with his accounts and papers.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and squally.

Moderate to very fresh breeze from NE.

C. Lutonacker and A. Parkinson returned on board.


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10 March 1893

Moored to main wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and squally from NE, drizzling last hour.


4am to 8am:

Overcast by clouds, cold.

Strong NE winds.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 73¼ pounds of fresh beef; and 73½ pounds of vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cool.

Stiff to fresh breeze from NE.

Discharged E.P. Franklin, Ship's Writer, his term of enlistment having expired.

Transferred to Mare Island for discharge in accordance with order of Bureau of Navigation: F.H. Danton, Coal Heaver, and A.O. Shoemacker, Coal Heaver.

Absentees: W.J. Collins, Water Tender, Sweeney, Private Marine, H. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, W. Caulfield, Private Marine, R. Lockard, Ordinary Seaman, F. Rushman, Oiler, A. Joseph, Coal Heaver, R. Allen, Coal Heaver, and D.O. Whipp, Coal Heaver.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and squally, with occasional light drizzling rain.

Moderate to gentle breeze from NE, with occasional squalls.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast with cold and occasional light drizzling rain.

Employed aboard during day in Steam Engineering Department: 5 machinists; 8 boilermakers, 4 helpers; and 1 mason; and in Construction: 2 iron fitters.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and drizzling, nasty last half.

Moderate to gentle NE breeze.


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11 March 1893

Moored to main wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, damp and cold.

Gentle breeze, with stiff squalls from ENE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and damp.

Gentle breeze from NE.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, drizzling rain.

Gentle breeze from East.

Received for use in Equipment Department the following exempted articles: one depth recorder; 3 screwdrivers; 1 claw hammer; 2 pliers; 1 sextant; 1 octant; 1 patent log line; 1 patent log rotator; 1 red signal lantern; 1 green shade for sight light; and one azimuth circle.

The following yard workmen were employed aboard, namely: 9 boilermakers; 1 mason, 3 helpers; 2 shipfitters; 2 electricians; and a gang of 4 men bringing tubes on board.

Surgeon Harmon [Harmond in log-book] left ship on leave of absence until the 20th of this month.

Absentees: W.J. Collins, Water Tender, Sweeney, Private Marine, H. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, R. Lockard, Ordinary Seaman, F.H. Rushman, Oiler, R. Allen, Coal Heaver, D.O. Whipp, Coal Heaver, and P. Munger, Seaman Apprentice Second-class.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, drizzling rain.

Light breeze from NE.

The flag of the Commander-in-Chief was hoisted on board U.S.S. "Baltimore".

Received 9 Leclanché [Le Clanche in log-book] cells for use in Equipment Department.

Received for use of crew: 73¾ pounds of fresh beef; 73¾ pounds of fresh vegetables; and 61 pounds of fresh bread.

The following yard workmen were employed aboard: 5 machinists, 2 helpers; 2 electricians; one mason, 3 helpers; 2 shipfitters; and one joiner.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and nasty.

Light breeze from ENE.

F. Rushman [Rushmann in log-book], Oiler, returned on board 90 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, foggy, misty and cold.

Light breeze from ENE, first hour shifting to SE and blowing in moderate squalls.

Fire bells in Brooklyn ringing during first part of watch.


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12 March 1893

Moored to main wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Rainy weather, with wind in light squalls, first hour from South, then shifting to SW.


4am to 8am:

Rainy first half, overcast and misty last half.

Light breeze from West by South.

Arthur Parkinson, Landsman, could not be found aboard, he having left the ship during the night without permission.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cold.

Light and gentle breeze from WSW.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters.

P.J. Kelly, Private Marine, and E. Packard, Machinist, were found to be absent, having left the ship without permission.

Absentees: R. Allen, Coal Heaver, W.J. Collins, Water Tender, Sweeney, Private Marine, H. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, R. Lockard, Ordinary Seaman, J. Reynolds, Oiler, W.P. Munger, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, D.O. Whipp, Coal Heaver, and J. Barthelmes, Ship's Cook.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, light breeze and airs from West to NW.

At 3.20pm U.S.S. "Philadelphia" came in and secured alongside U.S.S. "Terror".


4pm to 8pm:

Clear fine weather, light breeze from West.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy first part, then clear and cold.

Light airs and breeze from West to WNW.


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13 March 1893

Moored to main wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant [Plasent in log-book] weather, cloudy.

Light NW breeze.


4am to 8am:

Clear, bright and cool.

Light airs and breeze from NNW.

Barthelmes [Berthelmes in log-book], Ship's Cook, returned aboard 32½ hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, light breezes from NNW.

Crew engaged in rattling down.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

The following men absent without leave: R. Allen, Coal Heaver, Sweeney, Private Marine, H. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, R. Lockard, Ordinary Seaman, D.O. Whipp, Coal Heaver, W.P. Munger, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, J. Reynolds, Oiler, J.F. Kelly, Private Marine, A.J. Parkinson, Landsman, and W.J. Collins, Water Tender.

By order of Commanding Officer A. Joseph, Coal Heaver, was placed under sentry's charge, till sober.

By order of Commanding Officer E. Packard (Dynamo Machinist) was reduced to Oiler, for leaving ship without permission.

P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker, returned on board 2 hours over time.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, light breezes from NNW.

Engaged in rattling down.

The same Navy Yard workmen, except 2 electricians and 3 carpenters, were at work aboard ship.

Received the following stores in Construction [Department], namely: 2 pounds of copper rivets, 1-inch; 2 pounds of copper rivets, ¾-inch; 12 light glasses 14 inches by 26 inches; 12 brass pad locks; 1 hand vise; 200 sheets of sandpaper; 100 sheets of emery cloth; 4 putty knives; 200 pounds of white zinc; 50 pounds of lamp black; 10 pounds of ultra blue; 38 pounds of vermilion in oil; 50 pounds of sugar of lead dryer; 100 pounds of Venetian lead in oil; 200 pounds of litharge; 150 pounds of putty; 80 gallons of raw linseed oil; 60 gallons of turpentine; 5 pounds of damar varnish; 5 pounds of copal; 5 pounds of asphaltum.

Received in Equipment [Department] 1245 gallons of fresh water and 1200 gallons in Engineering Department.

By order of Commanding Officer J. Bruck, Private Marine, was restored to duty, having been found not guilty by General Court Martial of charge preferred against him.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, light airs and breezes from NNE.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 81¼ pounds of fresh beef; 81¼ pounds of fresh vegetables.

W. Edwards, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board 19 hours over time.

By order of Commanding Officer A. Joseph, Coal Heaver, was restored to duty.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Light wind from SE.

Sweeney, Private Marine, returned on board 135½ hours over time.


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14 March 1893

Moored to main wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from WSW first half, afterwards calm.


4am to 8am:

Clear and bright, cool.

Light airs from SSW.

Tarring down rigging.

Received 64 pounds of bread in Paymaster's Department.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from South by East.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, the following named men were absent over time, namely: W.P. Munger, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, R. Lockard, Ordinary Seaman, R. Allen, Coal Heaver, W.J. Collins, Water Tender, H. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, C.J. Johnson, First-class Apprentice, J. Reynolds, Oiler, D.O. Whipp, Coal Heaver, J.F. Kelly, Private Marine, A.J. Parkinson, Landsman, J. Cosgrove, Ordinary Seaman, E. Donaldson, Coal Heaver, E. Hannis, Captain of Hold, and W. Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman.

The following workmen from the yard were employed on board: 9 boilermakers; 9 machinists; 1 bricklayer, 3 helpers; 2 electricians; 10 carpenters, 1 apprentice; 1 joiner; 1 dynamo machinist and one helper.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clouding over, light wind from South by East.

The following yard workmen were employed aboard, namely: 9 boilermakers; 9 machinists; 1 bricklayer and 3 helpers; 2 electricians; 10 carpenters and 1 apprentice; 1 joiner; 1 dynamo machinist and 1 helper.

Received on board in Ordnance Department the following articles: 2 file handles; 2 square foot of sheet copper; 4 Boxer fuze cutters; 5 gallons of turpentine; 2 gallons of sperm oil; 1 gallon of alcohol; 1 pound of rosin [rosen in log-book]; 2 pounds of cork slab; 6 sheets of tin; 5 pounds of copper wire; 15 tins of elbows for port fire; 12 port fires.

Sent a liberty party on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast by clouds.

Light airs from South by East.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

The following men absent over time, namely: W.P. Munger, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, R. Lockard, Ordinary Seaman, W.J. Collins, Water Tender, H. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, C.J. Johnson, First-class Apprentice, J. Reynolds, Oiler, D.O. Whipp, Coal Heaver, J.F. Kelly, Private Marine, A.J. Parkinson, Landsman, J. Cosgrove, Ordinary Seaman, E. Donaldson, Coal Heaver, and W. Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman.

By order of Commanding Officer W.H. Sellers, Ordinary Seaman, was rated Ship's Writer, dated March 10.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and raining, occasional thunder and lightning.

Light breeze from ESE.

J.F. Kelly, Private Marine, returned on board.


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15 March 1893

Moored to main wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and rainy, light airs first hour from East, then gentle and moderate breeze from NNW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, unsettled weather.

Moderate breeze from NW to NNW.


8am to meridian:

Fair and cold.

Gentle and moderate breeze from NW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Absentees: R. Lockard, Ordinary Seaman, W.J. Collins, Water Tender, H. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, W.P. Munger, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, A.J. Parkinson, Landsman, C.J. Johnson, First-class Apprentice, J. Reynolds, Oiler, J. Cosgrove, Ordinary Seaman, E. Donaldson, Coal Heaver, and W. Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman.

Declared D.O. Whipp, Coal Heaver, and R. Allen, Coal Heaver, deserters from March 5th, 1893.

The Honorable Secretary of the Navy visited the Navy Yard, and was saluted on his arrival with 19 guns.

Continuous Service Certificate number 10153 was delivered to John Morean, Oiler.

Employed on board: 11 boilermakers; 1 bricklayer; 8 machinists, 5 helpers; 9 carpenters and 2 apprentices.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and cold.

Moderate to stiff breeze from NW.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 73¾ pounds of fresh beef; and 73¾ pounds of fresh vegetables.

Employed on board: 10 boilermakers; 8 machinists; 1 bricklayer, 7 helpers; 9 carpenters, 2 apprentices; and 1 dynamo machinist.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair and cold.

Breeze fine.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Absentees: R. Lockard, Ordinary Seaman, W.J. Collins, Water Tender, H. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, W.P. Munger, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, A.J. Parkinson, Landsman, C.J. Johnson, First-class Apprentice, J. Reynolds, Oiler, J. Cosgrove, Ordinary Seaman, E. Donaldson, Coal Heaver, and W. Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman.

Received in Equipment Department (exempted classes) the following articles: 1 spyglass; 1 binocular glass; 1 shade for running light, green; and 2 binnacle lamps.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy.

Wind in stiff squalls from NNW to NW.

Cold.

W. Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman, returned on board 40 hours over time.


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16 March 1893

Moored to main wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cold.

Wind blowing in stiff and fresh squalls from NW.


4am to 8am:

Clear, cold and squally.

Moderate stiff breeze from NW and NW by North.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cold.

Wind in stiff squalls from NNW.

Lieutenant B.A. Fiske left ship on 2 days' leave of absence.

Passed Assistant Paymaster J.R. Martin returned from leave.

Engineer-in-Chief Melville visited the ship.

The following workmen were employed on board in Steam Engineering Department, namely: 10 machinists and 4 helpers; and 10 boilermakers, 2 helpers; one dynamo machinist; 2 machinists; 9 carpenters and 2 boys in Construction Department.

Received the following stores in Construction Department: 25 deck buckets; 6 brass bolts; 62 brass hooks; 2 glazier's [glacier's in log-book] diamonds.

In Equipment Department: 52 gallons of lubricating oil; 52 gallons of cylinder oil; 52 gallons of lard oil; 75 pounds of cotton waste; 75 pounds of signal halyards; 10 pounds of usudurian [usidurian in log-book] packing.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters.

Absentees: R. Lockard, Ordinary Seaman, W.J. Collins, Water Tender, H. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, W.P. Munger, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, J. Reynolds, Oiler, J. Cosgrove, Ordinary Seaman, E. Donaldson, Coal Heaver, and J. Hallighan, First-class Fireman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cold, wind in moderate to stiff squalls from NW.

Engaged varnishing lower masts.

At 3 o'clock A. Parkinson, Landsman, who left the ship without permission in the evening of the 11th or the morning of the 12th of this month, returned on board, by order of Commanding Officer he was placed under sentry's charge to await investigation.

Received in Paymaster's Department for use of crew: 75 pounds of fresh beef; and 75 pounds of fresh vegetables.

The following yard workmen were employed on board in Construction Department: 8 carpenters and 2 boys; 6 machinists and two helpers; 1 joiner; and 3 shipwrights.

In Engineering Department: 11 machinists and 11 boilermakers; 1 mason and 1 helper.

And in Equipment Department: 1 dynamo machinist and 1 helper.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cold, with wind in moderate to fresh squalls from NW.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Absentees: R. Lockard, Ordinary Seaman, W.J. Collins, Water Tender, H. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, W.P. Munger, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, C.J. Johnson, Apprentice, J. Reynolds, Oiler, J. Cosgrove, Ordinary Seaman, E. Donaldson, Coal Heaver, and J. Halligan, First-class Fireman.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold, gentle to light breeze from NW.


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17 March 1893

Moored to main wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cold.

Light breezes from NW.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy and hazy.

Light breeze and light airs from NW.

At 7.30am U.S.S. "Philadelphia" shifted her berth to Cob Dock.


8am to meridian:

Fair and cold, variable light airs from South and East.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

The following men were declared deserters from the Naval Service from March 7th, 1893: W.J. Collins, Water Tender; and R. Lockard, Ordinary Seaman.

U.S.S. "Baltimore" came out of dry dock and moored alongside of coal wharf.

Lieutenant C.J. Bush left the ship on two days' leave of absence.

About 10.30am U.S.S. "Fern" came in and moored alongside U.S.S. "Terror".

Received on board in Equipment Department the following articles: 1 sailing launch cover; 1 1st cutter cover; 1 2nd cutter cover; and one main mast cover.

The following articles received on board in Engineer's Department: 3 bridge walls; one section of main steam pipe; boiler tubes; one stop valve stem; and the forward ash hoist, which had been repaired in the yard.

The following Navy Yard workmen were employed during watch: 2 machinists, 2 helpers; 2 machinists (from Construction [Department]); 1 bricklayer and 2 helpers; 4 boilermakers; 2 carpenters, 2 apprentices; 1 dynamo machinist, 1 helper; 1 joiner, one helper.

Served out clothing and small stores.

Made preparations for shifting berth.

Absentees: H. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, W.P. Munger, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, C.J. Johnson, First-class Apprentice, J. Reynolds, Oiler, J. Cosgrove, Ordinary Seaman, E. Donaldson, Coal Heaver, J. Halligan, First-class Fireman, J. Sullivan, Gunner's Mate, M. Divinney, Boatswain's Mate, and P. Bruck, Private Marine.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cold, light airs from South and SSE.

At 1.30pm cast off from wharf and with assistance of tug went alongside U.S.S. "Terror" and secured, U.S.S. "Fern" taking U.S.S. "Bancroft's" berth, and the latter vessel the one we left.

A.J. Parkinson, Landsman, and J.P. Kelly, Private Marine, were placed in confinement for 5 days on bread and water and their monthly money stopped for 3 months, for leaving ship without permission.

Same Navy Yard workmen were employed, excepting boilermakers, and there was one more machinist.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cold.

Light breeze from SSE to SSW.

Received on board one anchor weight (4095) from U.S.S. "Fern" by U.S.S. "Traffic".

Received during afternoon 1800 gallons of fresh water in tanks.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, cold and calm.


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18 March 1893

Moored to dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Fair weather, with airs from East.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cold.

Light airs from East to NNE.

About 8.00am a coal barge, in tow of tug U.S.S. "Nina", in passing astern of us struck over starboard propeller.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cool.

Light airs and breezes from NNE.

Painted smokestack and poop.

H. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver, returned on board 9 days and 2 hours over time.

Assistant Engineer C.E. Rommell went on three days' leave.

Following Navy Yard workmen were on board: 12 boilermakers; 3 machinists, 2 helpers; 4 carpenters; 1 mason, 2 helpers; 2 machinists in Construction [Department].

The machinists overhauling steering engines and main engines, boilermakers retubing boilers, bricklayers fitting furnaces in fireroom, and 2 machinists in Construction [Department] fitting ventilator hoods.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from NE and NNE.

Same Navy Yard workmen as in forenoon.

Placed ash hoist in position, which had been delivered from shop.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from WNW first part, then hauling to South.

J. Halligan, First-class Fireman, returned on board 72 hours over time and F.S. Kirk returned on board 12 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold, with light East wind.


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19 March 1893

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

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cold.

Light airs from NE.

J. Sullivan, Gunner's Mate, returned on board.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cold, light airs and breezes from NW, then hauling to East.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 68¾ pounds of beef; and 68¾ pounds of vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather, light airs from NE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

The following men were absent over time: W.P. Munger, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, C.J. Johnson, Apprentice, J. Reynolds, Oiler, J. Cosgrove, Ordinary Seaman, E. Donaldson, Coal Heaver, M. Divinney, Boatswain's Mate, P. Dweyer, Carpenter and Calker, M. Conway, Seaman Gunner, E. Willard, Corporal Marine, and C. Stacy, Second-class Fireman.

E. McDonald, Ship's Writer, was discovered to be absent from the ship without leave.

M. Conway, Seaman Gunner, returned on board 1½ hours over time.

Sent a liberty party ashore.

Sent a church party to U.S.S. "Vermont".


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, light airs from SW.

C. Stacy, Second-class Fireman, returned on board 12 hours over time.


4pm to 8pm:

Clouding over.

Airs from West.

W.P. Munger, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, returned on board 203 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cold, light airs from South to SW.


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20 March 1893

Moored to United States Monitor U.S.S. "Terror", and [in] dry dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Partially cloudy and cold.

Calm and light and variable airs.

P. Dweyer, Carpenter and Calker, returned on board 42 hours over time.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and threatening weather, snowing last part of watch.

Wind from NE.

At 8.00am U.S.S. "Baltimore" hauled down the Rear Admiral's flag, which was hoisted on U.S.S. "Philadelphia".


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cold.

Light airs from NE to SSE.

At 10.15am cast off from dock and hauled into dry dock, assisted by Navy Yard tug.

Absentees: C.J. Johnson, Apprentice, J. Reynolds, Oiler, J. Cosgrove, Ordinary Seaman, E. Donaldson, Coal Heaver, M. Divinney, Boatswain's Mate, E. McDonald, Ship's Writer, F.E. Willard, Corporal Marine, O. Olson, Seaman, and D. Bolger, Blacksmith.

Workmen employed on board: 13 boilermakers; 1 bricklayer, 4 helpers; and 2 machinists.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cold.

Light airs from South to SSE.

Engaged in cleaning ship's bottom.

The bottom was found to be not very foul and the matter adhering was soft and easily removable.

Employed on board: 14 boilermakers; 1 bricklayer, 4 helpers; 2 machinists; and 1 electrician.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 73¾ [pounds] each fresh beef and vegetables.

Received in Equipment Department the following exempted stores: 10 files; 1 oil can and tray; 6 key sockets; 6 keyless sockets; 2 valve rods for dynamo engine; 6 oil cup glasses; 4 Brotherhood washers; 1 saw panel [pannel in log-book]; 6 portable shades; and 5 pounds of solder.

Lieutenant D. Kennedy returned from leave.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cold.

Light airs from SE.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Absentees: C.J. Johnson, Apprentice, J. Reynolds, Oiler, J. Cosgrove, Ordinary Seaman, E. Donaldson, Coal Heaver, M. Divinney, Boatswain's Mate, E. McDonald, Ship's Writer, F.E. Willard, Corporal Marine, O. Olson, Seaman, and D. Bolger, Blacksmith.

Received in Steam Engineering Department 4275 gallons water and in Paymaster's Department 750 gallons.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold.

Light airs and breezes from SE and South.

E. Donaldson, Coal Heaver, returned on board 7 days and 12 hours over time.


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21 March 1893

In dry dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cold.

Light breeze from South.


4am to 8am:

Fair and cold.

Light airs from South and SSE.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 59 pounds of fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool, raining latter part of watch.

Light breezes from from South and SSE.

At 9.30am went to quarters and inspected divisions, following men absent without leave: C.J. Johnson, Apprentice, J. Reynolds, Oiler, J. Cosgrove, Ordinary Seaman, M. Divinney, Boatswain's Mate, E. McDonald, Ship's Writer, E. Willard, Corporal Marine, and O. Olson, Seaman.

Crew scraping rust spots on ship's bottom.

3 Navy Yard painters touching up spots with red lead.

Following Navy Yard workmen engaged on work in the ship: 13 boilermakers; 3 machinists on work in Engineer's Department with 3 helpers; 1 bricklayer and 2 helpers in same department; 4 carpenters; 1 electrician; 3 machinists in Construction [Department]; 4 laborers also employed rigging stages.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cold, clearing latter part.

Same workmen employed as in forenoon.

J. Cosgrove O.S. returned on board 174 hours over time.

Light airs and breezes from SW and WSW.

By order of Commanding Officer E. Donaldson, Coal Heaver, was restored to duty, having sobered up.

M. Divinney, Boatswain's Mate, was placed under sentry's charge, having returned on board drunk and 406 hours over time.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cold.

Light airs from WSW.

W. Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman, was restricted to the ship till further action be taken by Commanding Officer, being found drunk on duty.

A. Parkinson, Landsman, was this day discharged from this vessel and the Naval Service, his term of enlistment having expired.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold.

Light airs from WSW.


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22 March 1893

In dry dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from West to North.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs from NE to North.

O. Olson, Seaman, returned on board 48 hours over time.

A. Garren, Seaman, and C. Weinstock, Coxswain, could not be found on the ship after a thorough search.

A. Garren, Seaman, returned on board drunk and was placed in brig by order of Commanding Officer.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and cold.

Light airs from North to NE.

Mustered at quarters at 9.30am.

Finished scraping ship's side.

Yard painters put on first coat of McInnes's paint, both sides.

The following Navy Yard workmen were employed on board during watch: 16 painters, 3 helpers; 15 boilermakers; 3 machinists, 1 helper; 4 carpenters; 3 shipfitters; 1 bricklayer, 3 helpers; 2 electricians.

Absentees: C.J. Johnson, Apprentice, E. McDonald, Ship's Writer, E. Willard, Corporal Marine, C. Weinstock, Coxswain, and J. Sullivan, Gunner's Mate.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cloudy and cold.

Light airs from NE.

Yard painters putting on final coat of McInnes's paint.

Yard workmen aboard as before.

Received in Engineer's Department the following stores: 1 bull eye lantern; 5 pounds of brass wire; 21 pounds of round wire, copper; 200 pounds of yellow ochre; 1 coupling, brass; 1 elbow, brass; 300 pounds of cotton waste; 9 feet 6-inch brass pipe.

Sent signal yard aloft.

J.P. Kelley, Private Marine, was released from confinement and restored to duty by order of Commanding Officer, his term of confinement having expired.

O. Strommer, Quartermaster, was rated Chief Quartermaster by order of Commanding Officer.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy, cold and raining latter part.

Light airs and breezes from NE.

Mustered at quarters at 5.00pm.

Received on board in Engineer's Department: 6090 gallons of fresh water.

Received one man, Andrew Low, Seamen Gunner, with bag and hammock.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and drizzling.

Light airs from East.


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23 March 1893

In dry dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Raining.

Light wind from SE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy, cold and raining, with light hail first part.

Light to gentle breeze from East and ENE.

Following fresh provisions received on board in Paymaster's Department: 60 pounds of bread; 75 pounds each fresh beef and fresh vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, nasty and drizzling, light fall of snow at times.

Light breeze from ENE.

The following yard workmen were employed on board, namely: in Engineering Department: 15 boilermakers; 3 machinists and 1 helper; 1 mason and 3 helpers; in Construction Department: 3 carpenters; and 2 machinists; in Equipment Department: 2 electricians.

Absentees: C.J. Johnson, Apprentice, E. McDonald, Ship's Writer, E. Willard, Corporal Marine, C. Weinstock, Coxswain, and J. Sullivan, Gunner's Mate.

The following named men were shipped: John Rodrigues, Coal Heaver, and Jeremiah Washington, Landsman.

C.J. Johnson, Apprentice, was declared a deserter from this vessel and from the United States Naval Service.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and drizzling.

Light airs to light breeze from ENE.

The following workmen from the yard were employed on board, namely: in Engineering Department: 15 boilermakers; 3 machinists and 3 helpers; 1 mason and 3 helpers; in Construction Department: 3 carpenters; 2 machinists; and 2 plumbers; and in Equipment Department: 2 electricians.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and drizzling.

Light breeze from East.

At 4.20pm the torpedo boat U.S.S. "Cushing" came in and made fast to Cob Dock.

Absentees [at] evening quarters: E. McDonald, Ship's Writer, C. Weinstock, Coxswain, J. Sullivan, Gunner's Mate, and E. Willard, Corporal Marine.


8pm to midnight:

Cold, drizzling and rain.

Light East wind.


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24 March 1893

In dry dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cold, with drizzling rain.

Light airs from ENE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, hazy and foggy.

Light airs from ENE.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cold and damp.

Calm first hour, afterwards light airs from SW.

At 9.30am inspected quarters.

Absentees: E. McDonald, Ship's Writer, E. Willard, Corporal Marine, C. Weinstock, Coxswain, J. Sullivan, Gunner's Mate, and J.R. Eckstrom, Ordinary Seaman.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department the following fresh provisions: 77½ pounds each beef and vegetables.

Received on board the following stores, in Equipment Department: 36 coal baskets.

In Construction Department: 1 scuttle butt; 6 boat buckets; 100 pounds of concentrated lye; 100 pounds of cleaning paste; 150 pounds of shellac dry; 150 pounds of Fiball's cement; 10 pounds of rotten [rotton in log-book] stone; 40 gallons of alcohol; 24 light's glasses, 16 inches x 30 inches; 1 thumb vise; 5 camp stools; and 3 camp chairs.

Turned into store the following articles: 7 camp stools; 3 camp chairs; 3 stateroom chairs; 1 upholstered chair; and 1 scuttle butt.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cold and damp.

Light airs from South to ESE.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 1850 gallons water.

By order of Commanding Officer put B. Olson, Ordinary Seaman, under sentry's charge, for being drunk on duty.

Navy Yard workmen and men from this ship engaged painting ship's bottom.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and foggy.

Airs from ENE.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

The following men absent without leave: E. McDonald, Ship's Writer, C. Weinstock, Coxswain, J. Sullivan, Gunner's Mate, and J.R. Eckstrom, Ordinary Seaman.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cold and damp.

Light airs from NE.


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25 March 1893

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

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy and Calm.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Light airs from NNW.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 77½ pounds fresh beef; and 77½ pounds of fresh vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Clear, cold and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from NW by North and NW.

Absentees: E. McDonald, Ship's Writer, E. Willard, Corporal Marine, C. Weinstock, Coxswain, J. Sullivan, Gunner's Mate, and J.R. Eckstrom, Ordinary Seaman.

The following workmen employed on board: 5 boilermakers; 7 carpenters; 2 electricians; 2 riveters; 1 bricklayer; 2 painters, 6 helpers and 1 boy.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from NW.

At 2.30pm hauled out of dry dock, and at four [o'clock] secured alongside of Cob Dock.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, cool and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NW and North until last hour, when it increased in puffs to force of fresh breeze.

A coal lighter with 25 tons of coal on board came alongside and was secured there.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool, gentle breeze from North.


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26 March 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Partially cloudy first part, then clear and cold.

Light airs from East.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cold.

Light airs and breeze from North and NNE.


8am to meridian:

Clear and damp.

Light breeze to light airs from NE.

At 9.30am the crew was mustered and inspected at quarters, after which the Commanding Officer inspected the crew and ship.

The following named men were absent without leave: E. McDonald, Ship's Writer, E. Willard, Corporal Marine, C. Weinstock, Coxswain, J. Sullivan, Gunner's Mate, and J.R. Eckstrom, Ordinary Seaman.

Sent a church party to U.S.S. "Vermont".


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light breeze to light airs from North to NW.

Received 7000 gallons fresh water, through hydrant, for use in boilers A and B.


4pm to 8pm:

Generally overcast.

Light airs to light breeze from NNW and North.

Sent a church party to U.S.S. "Vermont".


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cold.

Light airs from NNW.


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27 March 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and cold.

Light airs from NW.


4am to 8am:

Commenced overcast, clear at close [of watch].

Light to gentle breeze from NNE.

Commenced coaling and got on board 24 tons 1805 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cold first part, then cloudy.

Light breezes from East.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, following men absent without leave: E. McDonald, Ship's Writer, E. Willard, Corporal Marine, C.J. Weinstock, Coxswain, J. Sullivan, Gunner's Mate, and J.R. Eckstrom, Ordinary Seaman.

Commenced coaling at 10.15am and got on board 23 tons 2026 pounds during watch.

By order of Commanding Officer B. Olson, Seaman, was released from confinement and made a prisoner at large.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs and breezes from East and ENE.

Coaling ship all watch, received about 48 tons.

A working party was sent over from U.S.S. "Vermont" to assist.

Turned over the engines and found them in satisfactory condition.

Received 8,000 gallons of fresh water in Engineer Department.

John Murray, Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps, was transferred from the barracks to this vessel, with bag and hammocks.


4pm to 8pm:

Partially cloudy and cold.

Light airs and breezes from East.

Coaling ship till 6.56pm, with half an hour for supper.

Total coal since noon 88 tons 1044 pounds.

In coaling used large coal bags, hoist led to capstan, and one line of baskets through torpedo port.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold.

Light airs from East.


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28 March 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather, cold, with moderate NE wind.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cold.

Gentle breeze from NNE and North.

Moon set about 4.30am.

At 5.30am commenced coaling with baskets and whip to capstan.

Took in 24 tons 1160 pounds of coal during watch.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cold.

Moderate breeze from NNE.

Coaling ship, received on board 44 tons 795 pounds of coal during watch.

At 10.00 o'clock the tug U.S.S. "Traffic" landed a lot of Paymaster's stores for us on wharf ahead of us.

Received a draft of men from U.S.S. "Vermont", with bags and hammocks and necessary papers: M. Doran, Seaman; W. Allen, Seaman; J. Sharp, Seaman; J. Ernoe, Landsman; L.G. Weisshardt [Wisshardt in log-book], Apprentice; F.H. Kirmer, Apprentice; O. Beermann, Apprentice; J.A. Anderson, Apprentice; H.A. Barker, Apprentice; James E. Cooke, [Apprentice]; E. Chavannes, Apprentice; James Sloan, First-class Fireman; Daniel Watkins, First-class Fireman.

The following named men were declared deserters from this vessel and the United States Naval Service, from the dates set opposite their names: C.J. Weinstock, Coxswain, March 21st; J. Sullivan, Gunner's Mate, March 21st; E. McDonald, Ship's Writer, March 18th; E. Willard, Carpenter's Mate, March 19th; and J.R. Eckstrom, Ordinary Seaman, March 24th.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cold.

Gentle and moderate breezes from NNE.

At 2.45pm finished lighter and hauled other one up in side.

Received on board during watch 40 tons 894 pounds of coal.

Received stores on board in Paymaster's Department as follows: 451 pounds of sugar; 81 gallons of beans; 600 pounds of pork; 100 pounds of fruit; 89 pounds of tea; 141¾ pounds of butter; 504 [pounds of] mutton, 480 [pounds of] corned beef; 514 pounds of brawn [brown in log-book]; 487½ pounds of ham; 480 pounds of sausage; 500 pounds of coffee; 900 pounds of saltwater soap; 25 rating badges; 384 spools of silk.

Received in Ordnance Department: 3 squirt cans; 1 fire bucket; 1 cutlass and scabbard; 1 sponge head, 3-pounder Hotchkiss; 1 main spring, 3-pounder Hotchkiss; 1 hammer, point, 3-pounder Hotchkiss, 1 sponge staff, 3-pounder Hotchkiss; 1 sear and 1 extractor, 3-pounder Hotchkiss; 1 sponge staff, 37 mm [Hotchkiss] revolving cannon; 1 main spring, 37 mm Hotchkiss revolving cannon; 4 screwdrivers.

Received on board a draft of men from the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont", with bags and hammocks and necessary papers, namely: H. Rassmussen, Seaman; W. Waite, Apprentice; C.D. Carl, Apprentice; J.J. Seedley, Coal Heaver; H.C. Lamparter, Coal Heaver; G.T. Williams, Coal Heaver; J. Sullivan, Coal Heaver.

Received on board for use in tanks: 1700 gallons of fresh water.

Received stores in Construction and Equipment [Departments] as follows: 100 pounds of yellow ochre; 20 gallons of spar varnish; 10 gallons Japan Drier; and 4 corked lifebuoys.


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4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cold.

Moderate breeze from NE to NNE with fresh squalls.

At 5.15pm finished coaling, having received 7 tons 1495 pounds of coal during watch, making 230 tons 273 pounds in all.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold, moonlight.

Light Wind from NNE.


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29 March 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cold.

Gentle to light breeze from NNE.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cold.

Light airs from NNE.


8am to meridian:

Fair weather.

Light NE Wind.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Received on board in Engineer's Department the following stores: 50 feet of rubber hose; 6 mineral book slates; 15 pounds of bronze nuts; 25 pounds of mild steel, ¼-inch, round; 1 box of chalk crayons; 1 box of slate pencils; 1 cyclone tube, blown.

Received on board in Ordnance Department the following stores: 1 target frame; 10 gallons of linseed oil; 2 dozen of lead pencils; 2 dozen of blank books, memorandum.

The Captain assigned the following punishments for the offenses stated: Adolph Hasler, Seaman Apprentice First-class, ditty box in lucky bag, 1 extra lookout; B. Olsen, Seaman, drunk on duty, disrated to Ordinary Seamen.

Made ready to paint ship outside.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Wind shifted from NE first two hours to SW.

Engaged painting ship outside.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light wind from South to SSE.

Finished painting ship outside.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cold, bright moonlight.

Light breeze and airs from from WSW.


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30 March 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York, and making passage from New York to Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 40.15, Long -73.87


Midnight to 4am:

Cold, bright moonlight, light airs from SW to West.

Started fires under all boilers at 12.20am.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from West to South West.

Made preparations for sea.

At 7.00am called all hands to unmoor ship, and at 7.25am shoved off from the dock following U.S.S. "Philadelphia".

Stood down East River and at end of watch in the river off Governors Island.

U.S.S. "Cushing" stood out ahead of the flagship and U.S.S. "Baltimore" followed this vessel.

Ship's draught forward 13 feet 11 inches, aft 16 feet 4 inches.

The flagship made the following general signals: at 6.55am 6157; at 7.00am 237; and at 7.10am 242.

Steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 94.2, vacuum 28.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cold.

Light to gentle breeze from SW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised divisions at divisional instructions.

Made sick, coal, absentee and position reports to flagship.

At 8.25am flagship made general signal 829, at 8.55am 227 numeral 47.

At 9.45am flagship made by army code "Make international number and report the ships".

At 10.15am flagship made general signal 4644, at 10.20am geographical 5138.

At 10.50am flagship made general signal 256, at 11.40am dress signal 6167.

At 9.50am made international signal G.R.T.C. to station on Sandy Hook.

At 10.30am took departure, ship on line between Sandy Hook lightship and Scotland lightship and halfway between.

At 10.20am flagship signaled to U.S.S. "Cushing" 5513.

U.S.S. "Cushing" headed inshore and steamed ahead and was soon lost to sight.

Steam 115 [pounds], revolutions 103.3, vacuum 26.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cold.

Moderate breeze from SSW.

Course steered until 2.07pm S½W by bridge compass, and remainder of watch SSW⅛W by bridge compass.

At 12.40pm flagship signaled latitude 40°09'[N] and longitude 73°53'[W], and at 2.00pm she signaled course SSW½W (174), this signal was hauled down at 2.07pm, Barnegat lighthouse then abeam, patent log recorded 9.4.

The apprentices were instructed in signaling.

Steam 115 [pounds], vacuum 28, revolutions 103.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair and cold.

Gentle breeze from SSW, shifting to light breeze from West.

First part of watch in column at half distance.

Mustered at quarters at 5.00pm.

Passed numerous sails.

At 5.30pm passed 3-masted schooner "Josiah R. Smith" ["Josiah H. Smith" in log-book] of Bath close aboard.

At sunset land was in sight on starboard beam.

At 5.15pm flagship signaled 244 and squadron went into First Order of Cruising.

Steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 102.1, vacuum 28.


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6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, cold and calm.

In First Order of Cruising.

This vessel on port quarter at distance.

Sighted several steamers standing to NE.

At 6.45pm sighted Absecon light on starboard quarter.

At 7.20pm sighted Northeast End lightship 1 point forward starboard beam, and at 7.50pm Five Fathom Bank lightship 2 points forward starboard beam.

Steam 116 [pounds], vacuum 28, revolutions 102.1.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, moonlight.

SW airs.

At 8.10pm sighted Cape May light bearing about WNW, and lost sight of it at 9.30pm.

At 8.30pm Five Fathom Bank light bore NW by W½W, and lost sight of it soon afterwards.

At 8.50pm sighted Cape Henlopen light bearing about West by North, and lost sight of it soon afterwards.

Sighted light of two steamers standing up the coast.

At end of watch ships in position.

Steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 102.1, vacuum 26.


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31 March 1893

At sea, and at anchor at Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.990, Long -76.321


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cold.

Calm first hour, afterwards light airs from SW to WNW.

At 12.45am sighted Assateague and Winter Quarter [Shoal] lights bearing West by South (per compass).

At 1.30am flagship signaled compass SW¼S, squadron changed course to SW¼S, log reading 38.0.

At 2.32am Assateague light bore 49° West (true), distant 21 miles, log reading 50.

Steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 104.1, vacuum 28.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from West to NW.

At 6.30am sighted Smith Island lightship about 2 points on starboard bow, and at 6.55am it bore abeam, distant about 3 miles, patent log read 99.5, the course was then changed to SW¾W.

At 6.55am sighted Cape Charles lighthouse broad of starboard bow.

At 7.20am sighted Cape Henry lighthouse ½ point on starboard bow, standing in between Capes of Virginia at end of watch.

Signals made during watch: at 6.38am 829; at 7.25am 6157; at 8.00am 2.77 and numeral 32.

Steam 116 [pounds], vacuum 26 and revolutions 101.3.


8am to meridian:

Clear, fine weather.

Light airs from NW, shifting to light breeze from NE.

First part of watch squadron in column at distance, following movement of flagship, standing into Hampton Roads.

Passed numerous sails.

At 9.20am we made position and flagship made U.S.S. "Yorktown" [pennant] 2984, and at 9.50am preparatory 1312, and at 10.08am 1312.

At 10.25am came to anchor in 12¾ fathoms of water, soft mud bottom, 45 fathoms on port chain.

Found U.S.S. "Chicago", U.S.S. "Atlanta", U.S.S. "Charleston" and U.S.S. "Concord" at anchor.

Bearings from anchorage: New Port News Middle Ground lighthouse S51°W, Rip Raps flagstaff S75°E, true.

At 11.10am flagship made [signal] 1071.

Allowed fires to die out.

Draught forward 13 feet 5 inches, aft 16 feet 4 inches.

Steam 116 [pounds], vacuum 26, revolutions 101.3.

Commanding Officer paid an official visit [sic].

At noon made following signals: numeral 296 and numeral 24.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from NE and East.

At 3.30pm U.S.S. "Chicago" made [signal] 2984 and division piped down scrubbed clothes.

Commander Edwin White paid an official visit to the Commanding Officer and wardroom officers of this vessel.

U.S.S. "Vesuvius" shifted her moorings nearer the landing.

At 3.30pm veered to 60 fathoms on port chain.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cold.

Gentle to moderate breeze from ESE and South with fresh squalls.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy and cold, occasional moonlight.

Gentle to fresh breezes in squalls from South.


Approved: [signed] Frank Wildes, Commander U.S. Navy Commanding.



LOGS FOR APRIL 1893


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1 April 1893

At Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.990, Long -76.321


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and pleasant weather, moonlight.

Moderate breeze from SSW.


4am to 8am:

Fair and pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from South by East, shifting to moderate breeze from SW.

At 6.00am ship swung to flood.

At 7.30am flagship made time and dress signal, affirmative 6157.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant, hazy.

Moderate to fresh breezes from SW.

Cleaning and painting ship inside.

At 9.00am U.S.S. "San Francisco" came in and anchored near U.S.S. "Baltimore".

U.S.S. "Chicago" made wigwag [signal] "Haul down Jack" to this vessel.


Meridian to 4pm:

Warm and pleasant, hazy.

Fresh SW wind.

U.S.S. "Cushing" went up the river towards Norfolk.

The catamaran was discovered to be missing at about 2.00 o'clock, the last seen of her was when she was tied up under the stern before dinner.

The steam launch made two unsuccessful searches for her.

Engaged painting ship inside.

The Navy Yard tug U.S.S. "Wahneta" visited several of the ships.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and very hazy.

Moderate to fresh breezes from SW to SW by South.

At 4.30pm U.S.S. "Cushing" came down from Norfolk and anchored in her old berth.

The Navy Yard tug returned to Norfolk.

Wigwag signal to this vessel at 5.10pm "Your letter is Y", and to U.S.S. "Concord" "Your letter is O".


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, hazy and warm.

Light wind from SW to West.

Moonlight.


No observations in morning, one magnet in tray wrong.

At 5.51pm deviation of standard compass 1°20' East, ship's head S37°30'W, error 2°18' West, variation 3°58' West.


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2 April 1893

At Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.990, Long -76.321


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and foggy, with occasional light rain.

Light airs to light breeze from West by North to WSW until last half hour of watch, when it came gentle out from NE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp, light airs and breezes from NE first part, then calm.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 79 pounds of bread, which was 3 pounds underweight.

At 7.00am flagship made affirmative 1212, time and dress signal.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, warm.

Light wind from NE to ENE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

The Captain inspected the ship and crew.

After inspection called all hands to muster and read Articles for Better Government of the Navy, General Orders of Navy Department 409, U.S. Navy Regulation Circular number 1 and Department General Court Martial Orders numbers 2, 3, 4 and 7.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 102½ pounds of fresh beef; and 102½ pounds of fresh vegetables, the latter on original inspection being 14½ pounds short, the shortage being subsequently made up by the contractor.

The Captain assigned the following punishments: R. Klotz, Ordinary Seaman, reduced to 4th Class, for fighting; T. Earl, Landsman, 2 months' money stopped, for fighting; and R. Klotz, Ordinary Seaman, 5 days' solitary confinement on bread and water, for shirking.

Klotz was accordingly confined.

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.30am numeral 7; at 10.00am numeral 0; and at noon numeral 289, numeral 3.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from East.

By order of Commanding Officer the following changes in rating were made to date from April 1st, 1893:

A. McNicholl, Seaman to Gunners Mate Third-class; C. Lutonacker, Seaman, to Coxswain; J.B. Regler, Seaman to Coxswain; B. Nugent, Seaman to Gunners Mate Third-class; J. Rice, Ship's Corporal to Master-at-Arms Third-class; L.N. Badene, Chief Boatswain's Mate to Boatswain's Mate First-class; M. Divinney, Boatswain's Mate to Boatswain's Mate First-class; W.J. Fewer, Captain of Forecastle to Boatswain's Mate Second-class; G. Lane, Captain of Tops to Boatswain's Mate Second-class; J. Quint, Captain of Forecastle to Boatswain's Mate Second-class; J. Kempter, Captain of Tops to Boatswain's Mate Second-class; J. Turner, Chief Gunner's Mate to Gunner's Mate First-class; A. Nordstrom, Gunner's Mate to Gunner's Mate Third-class; M.J. Lynch, Gunner's Mate to Gunner's Mate Third-class; O. Stromer, Chief Quartermaster to Quartermaster First-class; J. Lundquist, Quartermaster to Quartermaster Second-class; J.M. Sjoholm, Quartermaster to Quartermaster Third-class; A. Carlsen, Carpenter's Mate to Carpenter's Mate First-class; P. Dwyer, Carpenter and Calker to Carpenter's Mate Third-class; C.A. Carlsen, Carpenter and Calker to Ship's Writer; J. Berthelmes, Ship's Cook to Ship's Cook First-class; F.S. Kirk, Seaman Apprentice Second-class to Apprentice First-class; J.C. Fiske, Seaman Apprentice Second-class. to Apprentice First-class; W.P. Munger, Seaman Apprentice Second-class to Apprentice First-class; G.R. Coulter, Seaman Apprentice Second-class to Apprentice First-class; C.A. Barnes, First-class Apprentice to Apprentice Second-class; J. Anderson, First-class Apprentice to Apprentice Second-class; F. Kinnier, Second-class Apprentice to Apprentice Second-class; C.D. Carl, First-class Apprentice to Apprentice Second-class; J.E. Corke, First-class Apprentice to Apprentice Second-class; E. Chavannes, First-class Apprentice to Apprentice Second-class; G.W. Alben, First-class Apprentice to Apprentice Second-class; L. Weisshardt, Second-class Apprentice to Apprentice Second-class.


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Meridian to 4pm (Continued):

C. Beerman, Second-class Apprentice to Apprentice Second-class; William Waite, Second-class Apprentice to Apprentice Second-class; H.B. Barker, Apprentice Second-class to Second-class Apprentice; Ah Loui, Landsman to Mess Attendant; Ah Kow, Landsman to Mess Attendant; F.J. Horn, Landsman to Mess Attendant; Ah Hoy, Landsman to Mess Attendant; T. Yamada, Landsman to Mess Attendant; D. Gamero, Landsman to Mess Attendant; E. Donaldson, Coal Heaver to Coal Passer; J. Rodriguez, Coal Heaver to Coal Passer; J.F. Allen, Coal Heaver to Coal Passer; G. Tripp, Coal Heaver to Coal Passer; G. Williams, Coal Heaver to Coal Passer; A. Joseph, Coal Heaver to Coal Passer; H. Hill, Coal Heaver to Coal Passer; M. O'Neil, Coal Heaver to Coal Passer; J. Dudley, Coal Heaver to Coal Passer; R.W. Bell, Coal Heaver to Coal Passer; H. Lamparter, Coal Heaver to Coal Passer; J. Sullivan, Coal Heaver to Coal Passer; H. Jenkinson, Coal Heaver to Coal Passer.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine, misty weather.

Light breeze from SE to ESE.

Barometer rising.

Ship swung to flood tide between 4.00pm and 6.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light airs from SE to South by East.

At 8.30pm flagship U.S.S. "Philadelphia" signaled "Be prepared to go out Tuesday forenoon for exercise for two or three days. Arrange yourself as to fresh provisions accordingly".


No observation in morning, cloudy weather.

At 4.07pm, local apparent time, deviation of standard compass 1°08' East, ship's head S39°W, error 2°30' West, variation 3°38' West.


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3 April 1893

At Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.990, Long -76.321


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light airs to light breezes from South to SE.

Slack water at 12.20am, ship riding to ebb tide remainder of watch.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from SE, becoming light and shifting to East by South.

Barometer rising.

Ship swung to flood tide between 6.00am and 7.00am.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from SSE and South.

Made sick, coal and absentee reports to flagship.

At 9.00am flagship made telegraphic signal 8277, 7846, 6839, 6370, 7867, 9409, 3545, 0970, 3646, 6199, 2012, 6504, 4712.

At 10.30am flagship made [signal] 3393.

Commanding Officer repaired on board flagship.

The Commanding Officers of U.S.S. "Chicago" and U.S.S. "Atlanta" paid official visits to Commanding Officer of this ship.

Painting ship inside.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from South.

Ship riding to ebb tide during watch.

Crew engaged painting ship inside and boats.

At 12.10pm flagship signaled wigwag, with preparatory flag hoisted, "Boat exercise this afternoon with regular crews, report to Concord".

At 1 o'clock flagship signaled 2984.

At 12.50pm telegraphic 9725, 7890, 8433, 7694, 629, 8277, 7725, 2012, 4771, then by international code "See that you have a complete international code and be ready to use this code in communicating with foreign men-of-war".

Paymaster Martin left the ship on three days' leave of absence.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, cool and pleasant.

Moderate to stiff breeze from South.

At 4.45pm mustered at quarters.

At 5.00pm flagship made general signal 249, answering pennant 95, numeral 10, numeral 8.

At 4.45pm flagship made general signal 5040 under annulling pennant.

At 7.30pm fleet exercised with searchlights.

At 7.40pm flagship signaled "Follow motions of flagship, stop searchlights".


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy, gentle breeze first hour from South, then light airs from West to SSW.

Ship riding to flood during entire watch.

The fleet turned on searchlights during first part of watch.


At 7.19am deviation of standard compass 2°06' West, ship's head N65°E, error 5°44' West, variation 3°38' West.

At 4.20pm deviation of standard compass 0°11' East, ship's head S27°W, error 5°29' West, variation 3°38' West.


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4 April 1893

At anchor and at sea

Lat 37.00, Long -76.05 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Fair and pleasant weather, bright moonlight most of watch.

Light airs to gentle breeze from South.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from South and SSW.

At 7.00am flagship made dress signal 6157.

Riding to the ebb.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, light breeze to light airs from SSW.

Engaged first part of watch getting ship ready for sea.

At 8.35am U.S.S. "Chicago" signaled telegraphic code "Heave short on cable by 10 o'clock and hoist position pennant, if ready at that time to get under way", and at 8.55am general 3093.

At 9.30am we signaled numeral 7.

At 10.05am flagship signaled "Tactics" 240.

At 10.25am flagship wigwagged to this ship "Show your speed signal", and at 10.30am "Tactics" 87.

At 11.40am she signaled "Tactics" 255.

At noon we signaled numeral 7 and numeral 279.

At 10.05am the squadron, composed of the following named vessels, under the command of Rear Admiral John G. Walker, got under way and stood out of Hampton Roads for preliminary drill in connection with the Naval Review, namely: U.S.S. "Chicago" (flagship); U.S.S. "Baltimore"; U.S.S. "Charleston"; U.S.S. "Yorktown"; U.S.S. "San Francisco"; U.S.S. "Concord"; U.S.S. "Vesuvius"; and U.S.S. "Atlanta".

At 11.00am this ship was abreast of Thimble Shoal lighthouse, and at 11.30am fairway buoy C was off starboard beam, distant about 100 yards.

At 11.40am stopped engine in obedience to general signal.

U.S.S. "Chicago" and U.S.S. "Vesuvius" steamed into Lynnhaven Bay for the purpose of verifying the position of two buoys, representing U.S.S. "Charleston" tactical diameter, preparatory to other vessels determining their standard helm angle.

Ship's draught on getting under way: forward 13 feet 5 inches; aft 16 feet 3 inches.

Steam 120 [pounds], vacuum 27.

U.S.S. "Detroit" came up the roads and afterwards passed the squadron and stood out to sea.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from West.

At beginning of watch squadron stopped while U.S.S. "Chicago" and U.S.S. "Vesuvius" rectified position of buoys.

At 1.10pm [11.10 in log-book] flagship signaled 306, at 1.15pm numeral 4153, and at 1.20pm 251, U.S.S. "Chicago's" distinguishing pennant, and at 1.22pm 277 and numeral 32.

At 1.35pm flagship signaled 3096.

We accordingly took position in column astern of U.S.S. "Baltimore" and in succession turned between the buoys (placed 4053 feet apart) with starboard helm to determine proper angle and found it to be about 20°.

At 2.35pm flagship signaled U.S.S. "Baltimore", U.S.S. "Yorktown" and U.S.S. "San Francisco" 306, at 2.38pm 251, at 2.40pm 255, and at 3.10pm 3096.

We accordingly formed column again and made circle between buoys with port helm, finding the angle to be about the same, 20°.

At 3.50pm flagship signaled 251, 255, and the whole squadron formed column, flagship leading.

At end of watch standing out to sea, Cape Henry bearing a little forward of the beam.

Steam 116 [pounds], vacuum 28.


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4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, damp and hazy.

Light breezes from West.

Standing outside of capes for evolution, which were carried out by the following signals from flagship: 431; 142; 136.

At 5.00pm telegraphic 0419, 4388, 5007, 629, 6799, 8433, 7459.

At 5.20pm continued evolutions as follows: 361; 266; 266;and at 5.45pm 355; and at end of watch at column at distance.

Steam 116 [pounds], vacuum 28, revolutions 73.3.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair and hazy.

Light airs and breeze from West.

Standing in towards Lynnhaven Bay in column, flagship U.S.S. "Chicago" leading.

At 7.25pm flagship made signal "Tactics" 232, and at 7.40pm "Action".

At 7.45pm flagship turned off "Action" and fleet came to anchor.

Bearings at anchor: Cape Henry light S68°E, and Cape Charles light N44°E, both true, the ship's head being NNW½W.

Ship anchored in 7 fathoms of water, fine sand, soft bottom, and veered to 45 fathoms port chain.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SW by West.

Slack water until 8.20pm, after which ship riding to flood tide.

At 9.40pm flagship signaled "Ships will have steam at 6am tomorrow morning and be prepared to correct compasses".


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5 April 1893

At sea, [and at anchor Lynnhaven Roads]

Lat 36.96, Long -76.11 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, fine weather most of watch, with bright moonlight.

Gentle breeze from NW first part, shifting to North and increasing to fresh breeze last hour.

Ship riding to tide, swung to ebb about 1.30am.

At end of watch ship appeared to be dragging slowly and the fact was reported to Commanding Officer.


4am to 8am:

Weather clear and pleasant.

First hour of watch stiff breeze from North, decreasing to a gentle breeze.

Barometer rising.

At about 4.10am let go starboard anchor under foot.

At 5.00am spread fires.

At 5.30am hove up starboard anchor and hove short on port chain.

At 5.45am the flagship made tactical signal 237, and at 5.50am tactical signal 240.

Answered, hove up port anchor, and at 6.00am took position in column astern of U.S.S. "Charleston".

At 6.30am flagship made general telegraphic signals 9142, 6742, 6811, 629, 7794, 945, numeral 8 answer 30, 6641 and geographical 5285, answered.

Remainder of watch was occupied in swinging ship.

On getting under way ship's draught was 13 feet 3 inches forward, aft 16 feet 3 inches.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Gentle breeze to light airs from NE to North by East.

At 9.40am flagship made general signal 425, 140, at 8.50am 256, at 9.00am 256, at 9.07am 356.

At 9.15am she signaled to this ship by army code "Keep in Baltimore's wake", and at 9.20am "Close up to proper distance".

At 9.50 flagship made general signal 361, at 9.54am 266, at 9.55am 172, at 10.00am 256, at 10.20am preparatory 232, at 10.25am 290, at 10.30am 297, at 10.38am 2009, and at 10.55am 3093, numeral 45.

Fleet anchored in line at half distance, this ship anchored in 7½ fathoms of water and veered to 30 fathoms on port chain.

At 11.15am flagship made telegraphic signal 7786, 4060, 9409, 4525, 945, 12, 30 numeral.

The Commanding Officers of the various ships paid official visits to the flagship immediately on anchoring.

Made sick, absentee and coal reports to flagship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, light airs first half from NNE and gentle breeze last hour from SW.

At 12.30am flagship signaled tactical 237, we called all hands get up anchor and proceeded with fleet in line at half distance.

The fleet was exercised in forming column, forming line, making right and left turns, and at left about.

The following signals were made by the flagship: tactical 237; 278; 100; 267; 281; 256; 362; 267; 361; 361; 132; 266; 76; 77; 364; 196; 267; 76; 77; and 280.

The number of revolutions made by engines from 2 hours 29 minutes 5 seconds to 2 hours 59 minutes were: starboard engine 2207; and port engine 2193.

And the number of revolutions made from 3 hours 29 minutes to 3 hours 59 minutes were: starboard engine 2164; and port engine 2166.

These revolutions were signaled to the flagship.

At end of watch the fleet was in line heading West, Cape Henry lighthouse bearing West by South and distant about 4½ miles.

Steam 116 [pounds], vacuum 28, revolutions 72.5.


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4pm to 6pm:

Fair and pleasant weather, gentle breeze from South.

At 4.05pm flagship signaled 281, and squadron went into column.

At 4.15pm flagship signaled 829, and stood in towards Lynnhaven Roads, squadron in column at half distance.

At 4.53pm flagship signaled 255, and squadron took distance.

At 5.00pm flagship signaled preparatory 232, at 5.05pm 290, at 5.08pm 297, at 5.10pm 229, at 5.15pm 3814, at 5.18pm numeral 1 answer 5.

At 5.38pm squadron came at anchor in column.

At 5.40pm flagship signaled numeral 45.

We came to with port anchor, 6¾ fathoms of water, mud bottom, 45 fathoms chain.

Bearings from anchorage: Cape Charles lighthouse N44°E, cape Henry lighthouse S68°E, true, ship's head (per compass) WNW.

At 5.48pm flagship signaled 2121.

At 5.50pm banked fires.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters and exercised divisions setting up.


6pm to 8pm:

Misty, but fine weather.

Gentle breeze from South.

Barometer unsteady.

Ship riding between wind and tide.


8pm to midnight:

Fair first half, afterwards overcast.

Breeze gentle to stiff from ESE and South.

At 9.00pm flagship signaled "Have steam ready for seven tomorrow morning. We shall use international signals, Naval Review Program".

Riding to flood.


At 7.50am deviation standard compass 0°42' East, ship's head ESE, error 3°02' West, variation 3°44' West.

At 4.28pm deviation standard compass 2°08' East, ship's head West, error 1°36' West, variation 3°44' West.


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6 April 1893

At sea, and at anchor

Lat 36.98, Long -75.88 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy, gentle breeze to light airs from SSW to WSW.

High water slack at 2.30am.


4am to 8am:

Fair and pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SW.

Made preparations for getting under way, and at 6.50am reported all ready.

At 7.00am flagship made time and dress signal geographic 6167.

At 7.05am flagship signaled international code V.G.B. and later V.G.C.

Soon afterwards she hoisted the annulling flag.

At 7.10am hove short.

At 7.15am flagship signaled telegraphic code 9921, 404, 4187, 7439 and 3841.

She then hoisted V.G.B. and V.G.C. again and fired a gun.

At 7.45am hove up and took position in column.

Rest of watch squadron stopped while U.S.S. "San Francisco" catted her anchor.

Used engines to keep ship in position, Commanding Officer was at the conn.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, damp weather.

Light breeze from SE, shifting to NE between 10.00 and 11.00 o'clock.

Barometer steady.

At 9.30am flagship made telegraphic signal 3958, 3369, 5914, 6150, 0683, 3478 and 2027.

Made sick report.

Mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

First Division drilled at great guns, 2nd [Division] at small arms, 3rd [Division] at great guns, Powder [Division] at setting up and Marines at infantry tactics.

At 10.30am flagship made international code signal V.F.L, answered, and fleet made left turn, at 10.35am 267 and 128, at 10.40am 76, at 11.00am telegraphic 8696 and 2012, answered, and soon after 11.00am commenced counting revolutions of engines.

At 10.45am flagship made tactical signal 310.

Remainder of watch steering course ENE½E (per compass), fleet in line, and counting revolutions in order to standardize propellers.

At noon made coal report to flagship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and misty.

Light airs from West first half, then wind came out fresh from NNE, increasing gradually to very fresh and hauling to NE by North.

At 12.05pm flagship made [signal] 77, we answered numeral 4421 and numeral 4413.

At 12.10pm flagship made [international code] V.F.H., at 12.20pm 192, 200, and at 12.35pm 76.

At 1.40pm flagship made [signal] 77, we answered numeral 4424, numeral 4424.

At 1.48am flagship made [signal] 282, at 2.00pm 829, and at 3.55pm 251.

Fleet standing up towards Hampton Roads at end of watch.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast till last hour, when it commenced to clear overhead, blowing a fresh to very fresh breeze from NE by North to ENE.

Standing in for Hampton Roads in column at 1½ distance.

At 4.15pm fairway buoy C was off starboard beam, distant about 500 yards.

At 4.45pm Willoughby spit buoy


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[4pm to 8pm (Continued):]

was off port beam, distant about 250 yards.

At 4.22pm flagship wigwagged "You will anchor to the westward of this ship", and at 4.28pm she signaled tactical 227.

At 5.35pm we anchored in 12 fathoms of water, muddy bottom, 75 fathoms chain port anchor.

Bearings at anchorage: Old Point [Comfort] lighthouse N52°E, flagstaff Rip Raps S72°E, elevator New Port News S78°W, all true, ship's head (per compass) ENE½E.

Allowed fires to die out under boilers A and C.

At 5.52pm flagship U.S.S. "Chicago" signaled general 1047, and at 5.55pm she signaled general 4557.

The ship's mail was brought off by U.S.S. "Philadelphia's" steam launch.

Draft of water forward 13 feet, aft 16 feet 2 inches.

Steam 118 [pounds], vacuum 28, revolutions 71.7.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cold.

Moderate to gentle breeze from ENE with frequent squalls first part, wind moderating towards middle of watch.

Ship riding to flood tide and wind.


Cloudy weather, no observations for compass deviation.


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7 April 1893

At Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.992, Long -76.322


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cold, gentle to fresh breezes in occasional squalls.

Blew out check valve in B boiler and shifted to A [boiler].

Riding to wind and flood tide all watch.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, drizzling at end of watch.

Moderate squalls first hour from ESE, after which gentle to light breeze from ESE to SE.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform signal 6157.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy and damp.

Light breeze to light airs from East first part, light variable Westerly airs latter part.

Broke out hold, forward store rooms and magazine, tiller room and paymaster's stores so Quarterly Board [of Inspection] could inspect ship.

Received from U.S.S. "Chicago" one catamaran.

Punishments were awarded as follows: B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, 2 days' confinement [on] bread and water, for having beer in his possession; C. Griffin, Seaman, 2 days' confinement double irons, for striking another member of the crew; C.A. Chavannes, Apprentice, 2 days' extra duty, for getting beer for man whose beer was stopped; Edward Colville, Apprentice First-class, to stand 8 to 12 watch, for not coming on deck when sent for; and C. Germundson, Ordinary Seaman, 2 months' money stopped, for using provoking and reproachful language to shipmate.

Accordingly B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, and C. Griffin, Seaman, were confined as ordered, and R. Klotz, Ordinary Seaman, was released from confinement.

At 9.15am flagship made following telegraphic signal: 8934, 684, 6915, 3869, 4204, 1623, 9319, 6504; and at 9.35am she made U.S.S. "Yorktown" distinguishing pennant 1087, in obedience to the signal a boat was sent to U.S.S. "Chicago".

At 11.30am U.S.S. "Cushing" got under way and steamed up the river.

At 11.30am U.S.S. "Atlanta" shifted her berth outside of U.S.S. "San Francisco".

Admiral Walker paid an official visit aboard U.S.S. "Philadelphia".

We made the following routine signals: at 9.30am numeral 8; at 10.00am numeral 0; and at noon numeral 258 and numeral 5.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 71 pounds of fresh bread.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy first part, then partly clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from West and SW by West.

The Commander of the 2nd Squadron paid official visits to U.S.S. "Atlanta", U.S.S. "San Francisco", and U.S.S. "Philadelphia".

Crew engaged in breaking out store rooms for Board of Inspection of Hull.

At 12.45pm U.S.S. "Chicago" made by wigwag [signal] "Send immediately this ship number of revolutions, required by note today".

Then "From Philadelphia, please send Lieutenant Fiske aboard".

Then at 1.15pm "Please send boat for Lieutenant Fiske".

At 2.30pm made [signal] telegraphic to division, 7362, 3869, 5898, 8433, and exercised divisions in international signals for an hour.

(Continued)


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Meridian to 4pm (Continued):

Sent a kedge anchor to U.S.S. "Chicago".

Wardroom officers of U.S.S. "Philadelphia" paid an official visit to this vessel.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, fine weather.

Light to gentle breeze from SW, shifting to East and then back to SSW.

Quarterly Board finished inspecting hold and after magazine and shell room.

Restowed everything.

At 5.00pm flagship signaled 2984 and washed clothes were piped down accordingly.

At 4.50pm U.S.S. "Cushing" came in and anchored.

At 7.45pm flagship began exercising squadron in Ardois signals.


8pm to midnight:

Partially clear, with gentle to moderate breeze from South to SSW.

Practiced squadron signaling in Ardois system till 8.45pm.

E.J. Colwell, Seaman Apprentice First-class, stood extra watch by order of Commanding Officer.


Cloudy weather, no observations for compass deviation.


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8 April 1893

At Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.992, Long -76.322


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather.

Moderate SW wind.

Moon rose at 1.20am.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp.

Stiff to moderate breeze from SW.

Ship riding to ebb tide.

At 7.00am flagship made time and dress signal geographic 6157.

Received following fresh provisions in Paymaster's Department: 102 pounds fresh beef; 100 pounds of fresh vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, clearing latter part.

Moderate breezes from SW to SW by South.

Painting ship outside.

At 11.30am the United States flagship U.S.S. "Newark", flying the flag of Rear Admiral A.E.[K.] Benham, was sighted standing down from Norfolk.

U.S.S. "Chicago" hoisted the Junior Rear Admiral's flag.

At 11.40am U.S.S. "Newark" saluted the flag of Rear Admiral Gherardi with 13 guns, which salute was returned.

U.S.S. "Newark" asked permission to anchor and was assigned a berth East by South of U.S.S. "Philadelphia", distant 1½ cables.

At 9.30am made numeral 9, at 10.00am numeral 0, and at 12.00pm numeral 249, numeral 3.


Meridian to 4pm:

Warm, pleasant weather, with moderate SW wind.

At 12.10pm U.S.S. "Newark" anchored, and at 2.30pm anchored again, having shifted her berth about a cable's length.

At 12.30pm Commander-in-Chief signaled "Mr. Fiske report on board at one o'clock", at which hour the officer left this ship in obedience to this signal.

Engaged painting topsides outside, finishing the same.

The Commander-in-Chief visited U.S.S. "Chicago" last hour of watch, and when he shoved off U.S.S. "Chicago" fired a salute of 13 guns.


4pm to 8pm:

Partially cloudy, pleasant weather, hazy.

Moderate breezes from SW.

Rear Admiral Gherardi paid official visit to United States flagship U.S.S. "Newark".

At 5.45pm U.S.S. "Chicago" made [signal] telegraphic 8202, 6482.

At 6.00pm the Russian man-of-war "General-Admiral" came in and anchored abreast of U.S.S. "Chicago" and fired a salute of 21 guns, American flag at main.

This was returned gun for gun by fort ashore.

Then she fired a salute of 13 guns, American flag at fore, which salute was returned gun for gun by U.S.S. "Philadelphia", Russian flag at fore.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 162½ pounds fresh beef; 101 pounds fresh vegetables.


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8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Airs from SW and WSW.

The Commander-in-Chief and the Commander of this division exercised the ships with Ardois signals.


At 8.24am deviation standard compass 1°15' East, ship's head S43°W, error 2°13' West, variation 3°38' West.

At 5.00pm deviation standard compass 2°08' East, ship's head S56°W, error 1°30' West, variation 3°38' West.


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9 April 1893

At Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.992, Long -76.322


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cool.

Light breezes from SW.

Began swinging to ebb at 3.20am.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light breezes from SW, hauling to ENE.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Chicago" made time and dress signal, affirmative 6157.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate to light wind from NE to East.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters.

The Captain then inspected ship and crew.

The Captain assigned the following punishments, for the offenses named: E. Hannis, Captain of Hold, fighting, 3 days' double irons, solitary confinement; H. Rushlow, Private Marine, allowing a crowd to collect around brig, 3 extra posts; F.S. Kirk, Seaman Apprentice First-class, answering Officer [of the] Deck improperly, 3 days' bread and water, solitary confinement; M. Sweeney, Private Marine, disobedience of orders, 3 extra posts.

E. Hannis and F.S. Kirk were accordingly placed in confinement.

By order of the Captain released from confinement B. Olson, Ordinary Seaman, and C. Griffin, Seaman.

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.30am numeral 6; at 10.00am numeral 0; and noon numeral 246, numeral 2.

At 9.28am flagship made general signal 3837, and at 9.30am numeral 10 answer 30.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine weather.

Gentle breeze from ESE first hour, afterwards from East by North.

Barometer falling slowly.

Riding to flood tide.

The Admiral commanding the 1st Division called on board the Russian man-of-war "General-Admiral", on board U.S.S. "Chicago" and on board U.S.S. "Charleston".

At 2.15pm commenced distilling.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light East wind.

At 6.00pm mustered at quarters and served out clean hammocks.

U.S.S. "Cushing" got under way and went up towards Norfolk at 4.20pm.

At 4.45pm signaled flagship "Permission to scrub hammocks tomorrow morning".

At 6.00pm flagship answered "Telegraphic signal was made to that effect last evening".


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with occasional thunder and lighting to Westward.

Light airs and breeze from East to SE.

Began swinging to flood at 11.00pm, and finished at 11.30pm.

Beginning to rain at close of watch.


At 8.25am deviation standard compass 1°36' East, ship's head S52°W, error 2°02' West, variation 3°38' West.

At 5.08pm deviation standard compass 2°10' West, ship's head N81°E, error 5°48' West, variation 3°38' West.


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10 April 1893

At Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.992, Long -76.322


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, rainy first hour, light airs from ESE increasing to moderate breeze from East by South.

Ship riding to flood tide.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, threatening weather.

Moderate East wind.

At 6.55am flagship made signal 6157.

The Russian man-of-war "Rynda" came in, but at end of watch had not yet taken a berth.

At 8.00 she fired a salute of 21 guns, with American flag at the main.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, moderate breeze from East to ENE first half of watch, gentle breeze last hour from NE.

At 9.30am the crew was inspected and mustered at quarters, whilst at quarters, the fire alarm was sounded and the divisions were reported ready as follows, namely: Navigator's 47 seconds; 1st 3 minutes 1 second; 2nd 2 minutes 40 seconds; 3rd 1 minute 50 seconds; Powder 47 seconds.

Divisions were reported secured as follows, namely: Navigator's 33 seconds; 1st 2 minutes 40 seconds; 2nd 1 minute 37 seconds; 3rd 1 minute 25 seconds; Powder 37 seconds.

The divisions were then exercised by their divisional officers.

The magazine and shell room cocks were examined and found to be in working order, excepting the forward shell room cock, the stem of which, leading to the berth deck, was broken in the attempt to turn it from the berth deck.

At 8.35am the flagship signaled to fleet telegraphic 7747, 4809.

At 9.30am we made sick report numeral 6.

At 9.45am flagship signaled to fleet tactical 249, day 102, numeral 9, numeral 8.

At 10.00am we signaled absentees numeral 0.

At 11.00am the flagship signaled to fleet telegraphic 6254, 4809, and at noon we signaled coal report numeral 242 and numeral 3.

At 11.30am the fort fired a salute of 13 guns.

The Commanding Officer of this ship paid an official visit to Rear Admiral Benham on board U.S.S. "Newark".


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cloudy, damp and squally.

Moderate to gentle breeze from NE, with stiff squalls first part, moderating somewhat latter part.

Quarterly Board continued its inspection of ship's hull.

At 12.05pm flagship (U.S.S. "Philadelphia") signaled "Send steam launch".

At 2.45pm the flagship began the following telegraphic signal to fleet: 0699, 6549, 0935, 6322, 4079, 0631, 9409, 8374, 0889, ~033, 7864, 0868, 8374, 4904, 6857, 9810, 6634, 624, 4909, 6633, 8921, 8177, 4204, 4118, ~229, 6199, 3550, 9409, 6124, 6862, 4785, 5196.

At 3.10pm the wardroom officers of U.S.S. "Chicago" paid an official visit aboard this vessel.

Rear Admiral Benham, commanding First Division, paid an official visit aboard the "Rynda", and at 3.20pm visited this vessel.

At 3.25pm flagship signaled 3918, the squadron accordingly piped down hammocks.


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4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, moderate breeze from North.

At 4.45pm we wigwagged to flagship "Have one Navy anchor spare".

At 6.15pm the flagship signaled telegraphic 6859, 8197, 8055, 9422, 8229, 6199, 945, 3637, 9314, 3821, 4187, 6518, 6839, 4090.

The Commanding Officer of the Russian vessel "General-Admiral" paid an official visit to this ship.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cold.

Gentle to moderate breeze from North, shifting to NE last hour, occasional lightning in NE last hour.

Fleet drilled with searchlights from 8.00pm until 8.30pm.

Swinging to flood latter part of watch.


Cloudy weather, no observations [for compass deviations].


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11 April 1893

At Hampton Roads, Virginia, and at sea

Lat 37.15, Long -76.10 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cold.

Moderate to fresh breezes from NE.

At 3.00am started fires in B, C and D boilers.

Ship riding to wind and flood tide.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, moderate breeze from ENE to NE by North.

Hoisted steam cutter and made other preparations for getting under way.

At 7.00am flagship made time and dress signal 6157.

At 8.00am we broke the guard flag.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy first part, then clear and cool.

Moderate breezes from NE.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: J.T. Kelly, Private Marine, dirty clothing at quarters, lounging on post, disrespectful to 1st Sergeant, punishment 4 days' double irons; P. Paterson, First-class Fireman, J. Fitzpatrick, First-class Fireman, W. Howlly, Coal Passer, H. Hill, Coal Passer, G.W. Williams, Coal Passer, A. Josephs, Coal Passer, sending hammocks ashore without permission, monthly money stopped for one month; J.H. Cole, Private Marine, smoking on post, 5 days' bread and water.

At 8.40am U.S.S. "Philadelphia" made signal to prepare to get under way.

At 9.00am signal "Get under way" and vessels got under way, and stood out in two squadrons under their respective commanders.

Tactical signals were made as follows, and vessels maneuvered in obedience thereto: at 10.00am 251; at 10.55am V.F.C., V.F.K., V.F.C., V.W.R., V.F.C., V.W.K., 315 and 316.

The Second Squadron headed up Chesapeake Bay and the First Squadron stood out to sea.

At 9.00am, 10.00am and 12.00pm made routine signals, numeral 5, numeral 0 and numeral 233, numeral 10.

Draft forward 13 feet 10 inches, aft 16 feet 0 inches.

At 9.30am U.S.S. "Chicago" made [signal] U.S.S. "Yorktown" [distinguishing pennant] 310.

Went to quarters and exercised divisions.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light wind from ENE to East.

At 1.35pm the squadron anchored, this ship anchoring in 6¼ fathoms of water, bottom mud and sand.

Bearings at anchorage: York Spit lighthouse N88°W, New Point Comfort lighthouse N38°W, both true and ship heading NE per compass.

At 2.15pm got under way.

The entire watch spent in exercising the squadron in tactics, during the first hour steering NNW¼W and during the remainder of watch steering to the Northward and Eastward.

At end of watch Old Plantation [Flats] lighthouse bore S7°E and New Point Comfort lighthouse S78°W, both bearings true, the ship heading per compass N½E.

Flagship made the following general signals: at 12.40pm V.T.B., V.W.M., V.G.N., V.T.B., V.W.H. and V.G.H.; at 12.55pm telegraphic 4187, 7439, 3841, and general 3811; at 2.11pm 316; at 2.20pm 315; and at 2.25pm V.F.B., V.W.K. and V.F.L.; at 2.30pm 267 and 102; at 2.45pm 67; at 2.50pm V.F.K.; at 3.05pm V.F.B. and V.W.P.; at 3.25pm V.F.L., 102 and 267; at 3.30pm 76.

Signaled flagship at 1.35pm "Have leak in steam pipe to capstan, cannot use capstan

(Continued)


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Meridian to 4pm (Continued):

for about an hour".

Flagship answered "Can you get your anchor by hand".

Made "Yes, am getting deck tackle ready. Will report when ready".

At 2.00pm flagship signaled "Hoist position pennant when ready to weigh anchor".

At 3.45pm signaled to flagship "Cannot use whistle while making repairs to steam pipe".


4pm to 6pm:

Clear cool and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SE and East.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Squadron exercising at fleet drill.

At 4.30pm flagship signaled 77, at 4.35pm V.G.H., at 4.40pm 266, at 4.50pm 166.

At 4.40pm U.S.S. "Yorktown" signaled to flagship 4336 and 4338, and signaled by army code "Cannot run dynamo until leaky pipe is repaired".

Flagship answered "How long before pipe will be repaired?"

We answered "About 7.30".

At 5.00pm flagship signaled "We will anchor about sunset".

At 5.45pm flagship signaled V.F.L., at 5.50pm V.F.B., at 5.55pm V.W.H., and at 6.00pm V.F.B.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, gentle breeze from East.

At 6.00pm we signaled to the flagship numeral 4350, numeral 4351.

At 6.00pm the flagship signaled international code V.F.B., at 6.05pm V.W.M., at 6.15pm V.G.N., at 6.20pm V.G.D., at 6.25pm V.C.D.

At 6.23pm the squadron anchored, this ship in


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[6pm to 8pm (Continued):]

6½ fathoms, sandy bottom, 45 fathoms port chain.

Bearings at anchorage: Cherrystone light S67°E, Old Plantation Flats light S26°E, York Spit light S66°W, all true, ship's head S5°E (per compass).

At 6.45pm the flagship signaled 2121 and we banked fires.

Dynamo shut down for repairs to steam pipe.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Light breezes from East.

At 8.30pm U.S.S. "Chicago" made general signal, "Have steam and heave short by 6am tomorrow".

Then to this vessel "Send guard boat tomorrow at 5.30".

At 10.30pm swung to ebb tide.


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12 April 1893

At sea, cruising, and at anchor in Chesapeake Bay

Lat 37.29, Long -76.08 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather, starlight.

Moderate East wind.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle to moderate breeze from East and ESE.

At 6.40am fleet got under way and exercised during remainder of watch in counter-marching to ascertain helm angles required.

Draft forward 12 feet 8 inches, aft 16 feet.

At 6.20am the flagship signaled V.G.B., at 6.23am V.G.C., at 6.35am 315, 316, at 6.37am 212, at 6.40am V.G.N., at 6.55am V.H.B., at 6.55am dress signal 6167, at 7.10am 444, at 7.20am "The Charleston's masts are your guide", at 7.22am 444, at 7.40am 444, at 7.30am "Your turn was too [to in log-book] short, do not put your helm over until well on our quarter".


8am to meridian:

Overcast, moderate breeze from ESE.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters, the divisions were given setting up exercises and the battery was then overhauled.

The squadron formed in column of vessels at 300 yards interval, U.S.S. "Charleston" leading, was exercised in counter-marching to the right and left to determine full helm angle for turning circle of U.S.S. "Charleston", the angle for this ship was ascertained to be as follows: turning to port, 26° starboard helm; turning to starboard [2]4° port helm.

At 11.45am the squadron anchored, this ship in 7 fathoms, 30 fathoms port chain, hard bottom.

Bearings at anchorage: Cherrystone light S56°E, Old Plantation Flats light S28°E, New Point Comfort light N85°W, all true, ship's head East (per compass).

At 8.18am the flagship signaled "Never mind this ship, speed entirely by guide".

At 8.20am we signaled "Repairs completed".

The following signals were made by flagship during watch: at 8.35am tactical 444; 8.45am tactical 444; 8.50am tactical 443; at 8.57am tactical 444; at 9.25am tactical 443; 9.45am international code V.G.N.; 9.50am V.H.B.; at 9.55am tactical 444; 10.50am tactical 309; 10.55am tactical 444; 10.58am tactical 309; 11.00am tactical 443; 11.12am tactical 425; 11.15am tactical 315; 11.15am tactical 316; 11.20am tactical 116; 11.40am international code V.G.N.; 11.42am V.G.D. (this signal was repeated by the squadron); at 11.50am W.C.D.; at 11.53am general 2121.

Routine signals made by this ship as follows: at 9.30am numeral 10; at noon numeral 222, numeral 10.

Steam 118 [pounds], vacuum 27, revolutions 82.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and damp, light rain latter part.

Moderate breezes from SE.

At 12.55pm U.S.S. "Chicago" made telegraphic "Have you any absent", answered "No".

At 1.10pm U.S.S. "Chicago" made "Spread fires", then by wigwag "Hoist position pennant when you have steam".

At 1.25pm V.G.B. and V.G.C., repeated by each ship, and squadron got under way and drilled in obedience to following signals: 315; 180; V.F.B.; V.W.R.; V.F.B.; V.W.K.; V.F.B.; V.W.K.; V.F.B.; V.W.K.; V.F.B.; V.W.K.

At 2.45pm [signal] preparatory 1211, then V.F.B., V.W.K., 829, V.F.L.,

(Continued)


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Meridian to 4pm (Continued):

132, 267, V.G.N., V.F.K., position U.S.S. "Yorktown".

At 3.15pm position U.S.S. "Yorktown", then V.G.D., which was repeated and the squadron anchored, then followed W.C.D., 2121.

This vessel asked permission to veer to 45 fathoms, which was granted.

At anchor in 7 fathoms water, hard bottom.

Bearings at anchorage: Old Plantation Flats light S19°E, true, and Cherrystone lighthouse S42°E, true, warehouse Cape Charles City S53°E, true, ship's head South.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, threatening weather, light rain, which ceased last hour.

Moderate SE wind.

Flagship made the following general signals at 4.00pm: 104, numeral 7 numeral 8.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and misty.

Moderate to gentle breeze from SE.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, moderate to stiff breeze from SE to SSE.

At 8.15pm the flagship signaled to squadron "Signal standard full helm for Charleston's circles determined today".

We answered "Starboard helm twenty-six degrees, port helm twenty-four".

At 9.20pm the flagship signaled to squadron "Confirm


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by signal revolutions recorded yesterday" and we answered "Starboard 4336, port 4338, also starboard 4350 port 4351".

The flagship signaled to U.S.S. "Charleston" "What is your full helm angle" and U.S.S. "Charleston" answered 40°.

Ship swinging to ebb tide at end of watch.


At 7.55am deviation of standard compass 2°08' West, ship's head S3°W, error 5°41' West, variation 3°39' West. Afternoon no observation, cloudy weather.


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13 April 1893

At anchor, and maneuvering in Chesapeake Bay

Lat 37.10, Long -76.20 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and cool.

Moderate to fresh breezes from SE.

Ship riding to ebb tide at end of watch.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light wind from SSE and South by East.

At 6.00am spread fires.

At 6.55am flagship signaled 6167, at 7.05am V.G.B., at 7.05am VGL, at 7.15am 315, at 7.15am 316, at 7.15am 176m and at 7.30am 829.

At 7.05am called all hands up anchor.

Hove up port anchor, and at 7.15am went ahead on course SW by South per compass, following the motions of the flagship.

Ship's draft forward 12 feet 6 inches, aft 16 feet 0 inches.

Steam 118 [pounds], vacuum 27.5, revolutions 72.5.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cool and misty.

Gentle breeze from South by East to SW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and afterwards exercised at general quarters, times: 1st Division 3 minutes 5 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 5 seconds; 3rd Division 2 minutes 20 seconds; Powder Division 2 minutes 0 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 30 seconds; Engineer's Division 2 minutes 10 seconds; Marines 2 minutes 15 seconds.

Secured: 1st Division 3 minutes 15 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 50 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 15 seconds; Powder Division 3 minutes 50 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 50 seconds; Engineer's Division 2 minutes 20 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 30 seconds.

Fleet exercising at counter-marching, changing direction in column, anchoring and getting under way.

At 8.40am flagship made [international code] V.G.N., at 8.51am W.G.D., at 9.00am W.B.F., at 9.03am "Repeat signals", at 9.05am telegraphic 0889, 0835, 6075, 8374, 7243, 9516, 4097, at 9.20am V.G.B., at 9.21am V.G.C., at 9.35am 251, at 10.10am 315, at 10.11am V.G.N., at 10.15am V.G.D., at 10.18am W.B.F., at 10.25am V.G.B., at 10.30am V.G.C., at 11.20am V.F.C., at 11.23am V.W.H., at 11.25am V.F.C., at 11.27am V.W.H., at 11.30am V.F.B., at 11.32am V.W.H., at 11.50am 444.

Made sick and coal reports to flagship U.S.S. "Chicago".

The 1st Squadron, under command of Rear Admiral Benham, was sighted ~~~ of the capes of the Chesapeake at about 11.30am, but the squadron shortly afterwards went right about by vessel and stood out seaward and was lost to sight in the mist.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, passing shower last hour, gentle breeze from SW by West to SSW.

Squadron standing in for anchorage in Hampton Roads in column.

At 2.55pm this ship anchored 300 yards to the Westward of the flagship in 12 fathoms [water], soft bottom, 55 fathoms port chain.

Bearings at anchorage: Old Point Comfort lighthouse N53°E, Newport New Middle Ground lighthouse S50°W and flagstaff on Rip Raps S60°E, all true, ship's head South by W½ W (per compass).

Ship's draft forward 12 feet 7 inches, aft 16 feet.

Fires were banked.

The following signals were made by the flagship to the squadron: at 2.30pm preparatory 90, and preparatory 233; at 2.48pm tactical 90; at 3.20pm general 1047, and general 2121.

At 3.15pm we wigwagged flagship "How much chain", and she replied "Use your own discretion".

Steam 112 [pounds], vacuum 27.5, revolutions 72.5.


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4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cool.

Gentle breeze to light airs from SSW and SW.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters.

Let fires die out under all boilers, except boiler B.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from South.


At 7.25am deviation standard compass 0°42' West, ship's head S39°W, error 4°21' West, variation 3°39' West.

No observation in afternoon, cloudy and rainy weather.


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14 April 1893

At Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.996, Long -76.315


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with fog first part.

Light airs and breezes from South to SSW.

Riding to ebb tide.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, damp and misty.

Light airs from SW and SSW.

At 7.00am flagship made dress signal 6157.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy weather, gentle breeze from SW.

Rear Admiral Walker visited U.S.S. "Philadelphia", on his departure a salute of 13 guns was fired, he then visited the Russian men-of-war "General-Admiral" and "Rynda", after which he visited this ship, U.S.S. "Charleston", U.S.S. "Concord" and U.S.S. "Vesuvius".

Crew engaged painting smoke pipe, ventilators, davits et cetera, regulation spar color, also touching up outside with white paint.

At 9.30am made numeral 8, at 10.00am numeral 0, and at noon numeral 208, numeral 4.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Gentle to fresh breezes from West by South to SW.

Ship swinging at end of watch to flood tide.

Wardroom officers of U.S.S. "Newark" and U.S.S. "Atlanta" visited the Captain and wardroom officers of this vessel.

The Commanding Officer of this vessel paid an official visit to the "Rynda".

U.S.S. "Cushing" went up to Norfolk about 3.30pm.

The flagship made signal 2984 at 3.30pm and squadron piped down scrubbed clothes.

Painting ship and scrubbing outside.

Received following signals from U.S.S. "Chicago": at 1.30pm telegraphic "Ships requiring coal make requisition immediately, paint mast, spars, ventilators and smokestacks same color as flagship, vessels supplied with old type anchors will sight them every four days"; then by wigwag "Send without delay list of officers of this ship"; by fog whistle "What is your complement", answered 192.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy weather, gentle breeze from SW to SSW.

At 5 o'clock U.S.S. "Dolphin" came down from Norfolk and anchored to the Northward and Westward of U.S.S. "Philadelphia".

She saluted Rear Admiral Gherardi's flag with 13 guns, which was returned with a salute of 7 guns.

At 6.00pm U.S.S. "Cushing" came down from Norfolk and anchored on the flats.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy, then clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breezes from South by West.

Received following general signal from U.S.S. "Philadelphia": "During remainder of stay here have sufficient exercise at manning yards or rails during morning watches".


At 7.45am deviation of standard compass 0°00', ship's head N52°E, error 3°38' West, variation 3°38' West.

At 4.25pm deviation of standard compass 0°59' West, ship's head S60°E, error 4°37' West, variation 3°38' West.


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15 April 1893

At Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.996, Long -76.315


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy first hour, clearing somewhat afterwards, squally with occasional lightning to Southward and Westward.

Moderate breeze with stiff squalls from SW to SSW.

Ship riding to wind latter part of watch.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, passing showers third hour and first part of last.

Moderate breeze from SSW.

At 7 o'clock flagship made routine signal 6157.


8am to meridian:

Partially cloudy first part, then clearing, with a rain squall second hour.

Moderate to stiff breezes from WNW and NW.

Made routine signals as follows: at 9.30am numeral 6; at 10.00am numeral 0; at 12.00pm numeral 205, numeral 3.

Received following signals from U.S.S. "Philadelphia", telegraphic: "Vessels which have not sent capacity of wardroom for guests will do so immediately"; "Distinguishing flag and lights of Dolphin is numeral 46".

Then international [code] "Uniform for dance this evening, social full dress”.

At 11.30am U.S.S. "Chicago" made signal "Send boat".

At 11.40am U.S.S. "Vesuvius" sent by wigwag "Will you please let us take your steam launch today", answered "Yes, certainly".

By order of Commanding Officer M.H. Harris, Landsman, was given 3 days' extra duty, for pulling galley boy's hair.

By same authority, Private J. Kelly was released from confinement, his term of punishment having expired.

U.S.S. "Philadelphia" fired a salute of 11 guns about 11.00am.

Commanding Officer of "Rynda" visited this vessel.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 151 pounds of bread, which was 13 pounds short.

Purchased 26 pounds ashore to make up shortage.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Moderate breeze from NW, shifting to stiff breeze from NE by North last hour.

Ship swinging to flood latter part of watch.

Flagship signaled (telegraphic) "Are provisions supplied [to] fleet entirely satisfactory quality and promptness", answered "No".

Flagship then signaled (wigwag) "Send provision boat back to this ship".

At 2.00pm the Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Dolphin" paid an official visit on board.

At 3.00pm U.S.S. "Philadelphia" fired a salute of 17 guns.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Moderate to stiff breezes from ENE to NE.


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8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Gentle to moderate breeze from North.

Barometer rising.

Ship commenced swinging to the ebb at about 10.00pm, and at end of watch was riding between wind and tide.

At 8.30pm flagship signaled "The English squadron sailed from Bermuda Friday. Argentine "Nuevo de Julio" ["Ninth of July" in log-book] left Newcastle April 2nd".


No observations in forenoon, cloudy weather.

At 4.01pm deviation of standard compass 1°41' West, ship's head N62°E, error 5°19' West, variation 3°38' West.


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16 April 1893

At Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.996, Long -76.315


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Light wind from NW and NW by North.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy and cool.

Moderate to gentle breezes from North and NNE.

At 7.00am flagship made affirmative 6117, time and dress signal.

An Italian man-of-war was sighted standing in harbor.


8am to meridian:

Clear, fine weather.

Gentle breeze from NNE first half, occasional stiff squalls middle of watch, then wind shifted to East by South and NE.

Ship swung to ebb about 10.30am.

At 9.30am went to quarters and Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew, afterwards held general muster.

J.H. Cole, Private Marine, was released from confinement and restored to duty, by order of the Commanding Officer, his term of confinement having expired.

At 8.40am the Italian protected cruiser "Giovanni Bausan" came in and anchored, firing a salute of 21 guns, United States flag at main, the salute being returned by the fort.

She then saluted the Admiral with 15 guns, United States flag at fore, which salute was returned by U.S.S. "Philadelphia".

At 10.50am the French first-class cruiser "Jean Bart" came in and anchored.

She fired a salute of 21 guns, United States flag at main, which salute was returned by fort.

She then fired a salute of 13 guns, United States flag at fore, which was returned by U.S.S. "Philadelphia".

At 9.15am flagship signaled 6376, at 9.30am 3837, numeral 10 answer 30, at 10.25am she made telegraphic 1621, 0935, 7846, 9283, 4373, 2713, 6746, 4373, 9281, 6976, 8394.

Made following routine signals: at 9.30am numeral 5; at 10.00am numeral 0; at noon numeral 202, numeral 3.

The Commanding Officer made an official call on U.S.S. "Dolphin".


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, cool.

Light wind from ENE to East.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Gentle breeze from East.

Ship swinging to flood first part of watch.

At 5.00pm the "[Giovanni] Bausan" fired a salute of 5 guns, Italian flag at fore.

The Commanding Officer of the "[Giovanni] Bausan" and the wardroom officers of the "General-Admiral" paid an official visit on board.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, cool.

Moderate wind from ESE to ENE.

Slack water high at 11.00pm.


Error in morning observation.

At 4.48pm deviation standard compass 1°07' West, ship's head N82°30'E, error 4°45' West, variation 3°38' West.


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17 April 1893

At Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.996, Long -76.315


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cool.

Light to gentle breeze from ENE and NE.


4am to 8am:

Fair and pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from NE.

Ship swung to flood in middle of watch.

At 7.00am flagship made time and dress signal geographic 6157.

Received following fresh provisions in Paymaster's Department: 102½ pounds of fresh beef; and 82 pounds of bread.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind from NE to North.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Drilled the divisions.

Made out an English squadron of five ships coming up the bay at 8.30am, they anchored abreast the other wing of this fleet, the flagship being abreast of the flagship of the Commander-in-Chief.

The English flagship saluted the American flag with 21 guns, which salute was returned by the fort gun for gun.

The flagship of the Commander-in-Chief and the senior ships of all foreign nations present saluted the English flag with 15 guns, each salute being returned gun for gun.

The Captains of U.S.S. "Bennington" and U.S.S. "Bancroft" paid official visits on board.

The Commander-in-Chief and the Commander of this Division paid official visits to the English flagship, the Italian and the French ships.

The flagship made the following signals at 8.55am: general 5606, excluding U.S.S. "Vesuvius".

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.30am numeral 5; at 10.00am numeral 0; and at noon numeral 198, numeral 3.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Moderate to light breeze from North to South by East.

Received in Steam Engineering Department: 30 pounds brass wire; 15 pounds of copper wire; 26 pounds vermilion paint; 12 air cocks; 12 oil cups; 1 giant chuck; 25 pounds of bolts and nuts; and 1 tee, 3 inch, brass.

At 1.15pm [11.15 in log-book] the "Jean Bart" fired a salute of 7 guns, French flag at the fore.

At 2.25pm U.S.S. "Philadelphia" fired a salute of 15 guns, English flag at fore, on departure of the English Vice Admiral from that ship.

The English Vice Admiral visited also U.S.S. "Chicago", the French and Italian ships.

At 3.10pm a Dutch warship, the "Van Speijk", came in and anchored near the Russian flagship, and fired a salute of 21 guns, United States ensign at the main, which salute was returned by fort.

At 3.25pm the Dutch ship fired a salute of 13 guns, United States ensign at fore, which salute was returned by U.S.S. "Philadelphia".

At 3.30pm the Dutch ship fired a salute of 13 guns, English ensign at the fore, which salute was returned by H.M.S. "Blake".

The Captain of this ship paid official calls to to the French and Italian ships, and an officer from this ship boarded the Dutch ship, presenting the compliments of the Commander-in-Chief of the U.S. fleets.

(Continued)


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Meridian to 4pm (Continued):

At 12.45pm the flagship made telegraphic signal 2156, 2051, 6360, 4224, 8374, 6746, 0086, 0631, 0699, 6849, 4187 and 155.

U.S.S. "Chicago" made [signal] 1087 to U.S.S. "Yorktown".

At 3.00pm the flagship made telegraphic signal 8277, 6919, 5962, 4373, 0704.

At 2.00pm flagship made general signal 2984.

At 3.55pm the fort fired a salute of 15 guns.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light wind from SE to East and ESE.

The French gunboat "Hussard" came in and anchored at western end of foreign line, she was boarded by an officer from this ship, on the part of the Commander-in-Chief.

The Captain of the "Jean Bart" paid an official visit to this ship.

The flagship made the following signals to division at 4.10pm: telegraphic 496, 8374, 0631, 2012, 4284, 4095, 6849, 0935, 4060, 7135, 8126, 0163, 3173; at 5.20pm annulling 5040; at 5.45pm "You will make wardroom calls on the Blake, Magicienne and Tartar, the First Squadron will look out for the Australia and Partridge"; at 7.20pm "Close all bills on Saturday, each ship pays its own bills"; at 7.40pm general 107.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from West.

Fleet exercised with searchlights during first half hour of watch.


At 7.52am deviation standard compass 1°16' West, ship's head N65°E, error 4°54' West, variation 3°38' West.

At 4.20pm deviation standard compass [0°]52' East, ship's head S20°W, error 2°46' West, variation 3°38' West.


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18 April 1893

At Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.996, Long -76.315


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from West to WNW.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light wind from WNW to NW.

Slack water low at 6.30am.

At 6.30am French gunboat "Hussard" got under way and stood up towards Norfolk.

At 6.30am the Admiral's flag was hoisted on U.S.S. "Newark".

At 6.55am flagship made uniform signal 6157.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from NNW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised divisions.

Made sick, coal and absentee reports to flagship.

At 11.00am H.M.S. "Blake" fired a salute of 11 guns, United States ensign at the fore, at 11.50am the Russian flagship fired a salute of 11 guns, United States ensign at the fore.

The Commanding Officers of H.M.S. "Magicienne" and H.M.S. "Australia" paid official visits to this ship, and the Commanding Officer of this vessel paid official visits on board many of the foreign ships.

At 9.00am flagship signaled to this ship "Are you prepared to entertain foreign officers at dinner", answered "Yes".

At 10.00am flagship signaled to us "You will entertain officers of the Dutch ship Van Speijk, send invitations".

At 9.30am flagship signaled telegraphic 0879, 8303, 0102, 7363, 6852, 0935, 0793, 9992, 0102, 0889, 2676, 756, 6383.

At 10.15am flagship signaled telegraphic 0102, 4204, 290, 3361, 4930.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, gentle breeze from East.

The Commanding Officer of the Dutch man-of-war "Van Speijk" paid an official visit to this ship.

At 3 o'clock the flagship signaled "Send without delay to Chicago organization of landing force. Repeat to other ships".

At 3.05pm flagship telegraphed "Uniform for wardroom dinner social intercourse".

At 3.45pm flagship signaled "Send your steam launch without delay to the Philadelphia".

Received in Paymaster's Department $15,000.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, cool and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from ESE and SE.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters.

At 6.00pm the German war ships "Kaiserin Augusta" and "Seeadler" came in and anchored near the Russian ships.

The "Kaiserin Augusta" fired a salute of 21 guns, United States ensign at the main, which was returned by the fort on shore, and afterwards fired salutes in honor of the Admirals commanding the American and English fleets, which were returned by the English and American flagships.

At 4.30pm flagship signaled "What officers are detailed for duty in hired tugs for Naval Review duty?", we answered "Ensign Jackson".

At 6.50pm flagship signaled "Wear swords at Admiral's dinner".

(Continued)


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4pm to 8pm (Continued):

The Commanding Officers of the various squadrons and ships dined aboard U.S.S. "Dolphin" and the wardroom officers were entertained at dinner by the wardrooms of the United States ships.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, light breeze from SE.

The wardroom officers of this ship entertained at dinner the wardroom officers of the Dutch man-of-war "Van Speijk".


At 7.37am deviation of standard compass 1°59' West, ship's head N57°E, error 5°37' West, variation 3°38' West.

At 4.22pm deviation of standard compass 0°54' East, ship's head S42°W, error 2°44' West, variation 3°38' West.


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19 April 1893

At Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.996, Long -76.315


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from East to light breezes from SE.

Ship swung to ebb first part, latter part tide running exceptionally strong.


4am to 8am:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from SW to South.

At 7.00am flagship made dress signal 6157.

Received 102½ pounds each of fresh beef and fresh vegetables.

At 6.20am U.S.S. "Dolphin" got under way and steamed out of the harbor to the Eastward.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SW.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters, after which the Infantry Company and Artillery Section were drilled.

The following punishments were ordered by the Commanding Officer: C. Stacy, Second-class Fireman, not coming on deck when ordered, monthly money stopped for one month; G. Rodriguez, Coal Passer, not coming on deck when ordered, monthly money stopped for one month; and G. Bowen, Coal Passer, not obeying orders of machinist, two days' extra duty.

At 9.30am the French flagship "Arethuse" ["Aratheuse" in log-book] came in and anchored to Eastward of the "Jean Bart".

On passing the fort, she fired a national salute of [21 guns], with the United States ensign at the main, the salute was returned gun for gun by the fort.

She saluted the English Vice Admiral with 15 guns, this salute was returned by H.M.S. "Blake".

She also saluted the flag of Rear Admiral Gherardi with 13 guns, this salute was returned by U.S.S. "Philadelphia".

The French Rear Admiral was saluted by the German man-of-war "Kaiserin Augusta", the Russian man-of-war "General-Admiral", the Dutch man-of-war "Van Speijk", the Italian man-of-war "[Giovanni] Bausan" and the French man-of-war "Jean Bart".

Each firing 13 guns, all were returned by the "Arethuse" ["Aratheuse" in log-book] gun for gun, excepting that of the "Jean Bart", which was answered with 3 guns.

The Commanding Officer of H.B.M.S. "Blake" visited this ship.

At 9.30am we made sick report numeral 6, and at 10 o'clock absentee numeral 0.

At 11.00am the flagship wigwagged "Send without delay organization of landing force, called for yesterday".

At noon we made coal report numeral 192, and numeral 3.

The torpedo boat U.S.S. "Cushing" left at 9 o'clock with a number of cutters in tow, to take part in regatta to be held at Norfolk.

U.S.S. "Detroit" came in and steamed about the fleet first hour of watch.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant weather most of watch, heavy rain squall came up about 3.45pm from SSW.

Light breeze from SW, shifting to SSW last hour and blowing in fresh squalls.

Admirals Benham and Walker visited the German ships officially, and the French Admiral visited the flagships and senior ships.

(Continued)


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Meridian to 4pm (Continued):

The Commanding Officer paid an official visit to the German ships.

The "General-Admiral" fired a salute of 9 guns, Russian flag at fore.

At 1.00pm the flagship signaled 2984, piped down washed clothes.

We wigwagged to U.S.S. "Chicago" "Has Admiral made official visits to the German ships and French Admiral", answered "No, not yet, but is doing so now".

Flagship asked "Have you yet had any duty in connection with landing", answered "Officer on wharf from nine to five yesterday. One officer from Baltimore on same duty, withdrew mine at five".

Flagship signaled (wigwag) "Admiral Walker has not yet visited the French Admiral, will do so tomorrow morning".

Later she signaled "Send immediately list for stores to this ship before the Review per order of Admiral", answered "No stores are urgently needed".

Flagship then signaled "Chicago will take dock duty tomorrow, then Charleston, Yorktown, and Concord and so on in rotation."

C.T. Chase, Paymaster's Yeoman, was sent to U.S.S. "Vesuvius" for transportation to Naval Hospital.

During the squall near end of watch the "Rynda" dragged about a ship's length.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, fresh squall first hour from SSW, then gentle breeze from South.

At 5.00pm U.S.S. "Vesuvius" got under way and stood up the river for Norfolk.


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At 6.00pm U.S.S. "Cushing" returned with boats in tow.

At 8 o'clock stopped distiller.


8pm to midnight:

Fair and warm.

Gentle breeze from WSW.

At 8.30pm U.S.S. "Vesuvius" came in from Norfolk and anchored nearly in old position.


At 7.53am deviation of standard compass 0°15' East, ship's head S40°E, error 3°23' West, variation 3°38' West.

At 4.23pm deviation of standard compass 1°26' East, ship's head S57°W, error 2°12' West, variation 3°38' West.


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20 April 1893

At Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.996, Long -76.315


Midnight to 4am:

Partially cloudy, cool.

Light to gentle breezes from SSW.

Swung to ebb tide about 2.00am.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, hazy and rainy.

Gentle SE breeze.

At 7.00am the French cruiser "Hussard" came down from Norfolk and anchored to the Westward of the "Jean Bart".

We showed our colors with the flagship.

Started distiller at 8 o'clock.

At 7.00am the flagship made routine signal 6157.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, with light rain first half.

Gentle breeze from SSE, with stiff squalls latter part.

At 8.45am flagship signaled (wigwag) "Send boat to this ship", the whaleboat was accordingly sent.

At 9.00am U.S.S. "Vesuvius" signaled (wigwag), "We have your hospital cot on board."

At 11.10am the flagship wigwagged "Where is your duty boat, sent around two hours ago", answered "Will send boat immediately".

At 10.00am sighted the Italian flagship "Etna" standing in.

The "[Giovanni] Bausan" saluted her with 13 guns.

At 10.30am she came to anchor on our starboard quarter.

The following salutes were fired: at 10.30am the "Van Speijk", 13 guns, the Italian flag at fore; at 10.35am "Kaiserin Augusta", 13 guns, Italian flag at fore; at 10.40am French flagship "Arethuse", 15 guns, English flag at fore; at 10.45am Italian flagship "Etna", 21 guns, United States flag at main, this salute returned by fort; at 10.50am the "Etna", 13 guns, United States flag at fore, returned by U.S.S. "Philadelphia"; at 10.55am the "Etna", 15 guns, English flag at fore, returned by H.M.S. "Blake"; at 11.05am [10.05am in log-book] the "Etna", 13 guns, French flag at fore, returned by "Arethuse"; at 11.10am "General-Admiral", 13 guns, Italian flag at fore, returned by the "Etna"; at 11.15am the "Etna", 13 guns, Dutch flag at fore; at 11.20am the "Etna", 13 guns, German flag at fore; at 11.25am the "Etna", 13 guns, Russian flag at fore.

Admirals Gherardi, Benham and Walker paid official visits to the French and German ships.

The English Admiral visited the French and German ships.

The Commanding Officer visited the French ships officially, and the wardroom officers visited several of the foreign ships.

The Commanding Officers of the "Arethuse", "Kaiserin Augusta" and "Seeadler", and the wardroom officers of H.M.S. "Blake" and "Van Speijk", paid official visits on board.

At 11.50am the flagship signaled (wigwag) "Call your duty boat alongside, it need not go to the Charleston".

Made following routine signals: at 9.30am numeral 6; at 10.00am numeral 0; and at noon numeral 189, numeral 3.


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Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy, light drizzle first part.

Gentle to fresh breezes from South, coming in strong squalls.

At 2.00pm the Italian Admiral visited U.S.S. "Philadelphia" and U.S.S. "Newark", and on leaving each of these vessels was saluted with 13 guns, Italian flag at fore.

The second salute was returned by Italian flagship "Etna" ["Aetna" in log-book] gun for gun, American flag at fore.

He then visited U.S.S. "Chicago" and H.M.S. "Blake", and finally the "Kaiserin Augusta".

On leaving this ship he was saluted, and "Etna" ["Aetna" in log-book] returned salute as before.

About 3.40pm the French Admiral visited the "General-Admiral".

At 3.30pm U.S.S. "Vesuvius" shifted her berth more to the Eastward.

The Captain of the French ship "Arethuse" visited the Captain of this vessel.

The wardroom officers of H.M.S. "Blake" paid official visits to wardroom of this vessel, also visit from wardroom officers of U.S.S. "Bennington".


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy first part, clearing somewhat latter part.

Gentle breeze with frequent stiff squalls from SSE, shifting to South and SSW.

The French Admiral visited the Italian flagship.

The "Etna" fired a salute of 5 guns.

At 4.20pm the flagship sent a telegraphic signal as follows: 1267, 7362, 9409, 3545, 6860, 9789, 8235, geographical 5685, 4095,


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945, 6313, 629, 4060, 6599, 945, 3637, 6727, 629, 8999.

At 5.20pm she signaled (wigwag) "Send a boat [to] this ship", the launch was accordingly sent.

At 5.40pm mustered at quarters and stationed crew for manning rail.

At 6.30pm stopped distiller, tanks being reported filled.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy, with obscure moonlight.

Gentle to fresh breezes in squalls from South to SSW.

At 8.00pm the flagship signaled "Do not wear cocked hats or swords on board the British flagship tonight. Tug Wahneta will go to Norfolk tomorrow morning at 8.~~. In case of bad weather, Captains veer chain, let go second anchor, or get up steam at discretion".

Moon set at 11.45pm.

Swung to flood at about 9.00pm.


am, no observation, cloudy rainy weather.

At 4.20pm deviation of standard compass 1°14' East, ship's head S53°W, error 2°24' West, variation 3°38' West.


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21 April 1893

At Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.996, Long -76.315


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant, clearing weather.

Wind in fresh squalls, moderating in force until latter part, when it became steady and light from WSW.

Slack water high at 1.00am, swung to ebb at 2.00am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from WSW and SSW.

Exercised crew at manning rail.

At 7.00am flagship made time and dress signal geographic 6157.

Received aboard the following fresh provisions: 102½ pounds of fresh beef; and 82 pounds of fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breezes from SW and South.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and drilled at infantry.

Made routine signals at 9.00am, 10.00am and 12.00pm.

The Captain of French ship "Hussard" called on Commander of this vessel.

The English Admiral and the three American Admirals called on Italian Admiral.

About 10.00am the Spanish squadron, composed of "Reina Regente" ["Reina Regenta" in log-book], "Infanta Isabel", flying Rear Admiral's flag, and the "Nueva España", came in towing the three Columbian caravels "Santa Maria", flagship, and the "Pinta" and "Nina".

The fort fired a salute of 21 guns on the arrival of these vessels.

The following salutes were also fired: 13 gun salute to Spanish Rear Admiral by the Dutch and German senior ships; then a 21 gun salute by "Infanta Isabel", American flag at fore, returned by fort; return salutes by "Infanta Isabel" to Dutchman and German; then 13 gun salute to American Rear Admiral, replied to by U.S.S. "Philadelphia"; 15 gun salute to English Vice Admiral, returned by H.M.S. "Blake"; then 13 guns to French Rear Admiral, returned by "Arethuse"; the "General-Admiral" then fired a salute of 13 guns to Spanish Rear Admiral, returned by "Infanta Isabel".

A salute of four or five guns was fired by the "Santa Maria" when she anchored.

This vessel, after being towed well up to the Westward, sailed down through the fleet with all sails set.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Wind from South to SSW, freshening and blowing a moderate gale in squalls.

Sea rough for boating.

The following salutes were fired: Spanish flagship at noon, 13 guns to Russian flag; at 1.30pm Spanish flagship, 13 guns to Italian flag; at 1.30pm "Kaiserin Augusta", 5 guns; at 1.35pm Italian flagship, 13 guns to Spanish flag; at 2.50pm French flagship, 13 guns to American flag; and at 3.15pm Italian flagship, 13 guns to American flag.

At 2.55pm U.S.S. "Cushing" went to Norfolk.

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Meridian to 4pm (Continued):

The flagship made the following signals: at 1.10pm general telegraphic 4095, 4629, 2709, 6809, 0935, 1267, 5963, 4409, 3360, 0990, 2243, 9420, and 6691; at 1.30pm general 8243, 0935, 798, 6860, 4, 15, 12, 16, 8, 9, 14, 9420, 106, 9225, 1, 13; at 2.26pm U.S.S. "Yorktown" [distinguishing pennant] 4571, also "Wardroom officers will dine Seeadler's tomorrow evening. Send invitations this afternoon"; at 3.00pm general telegraphic 4204, 1137, 4390, 6702, 9107, 2137, 4204, 0699, 3361; at 3.20pm general telegraphic 6372, 4204, 8239, 3361, 4390, 6702, 9607, 6886, 1380, 2131.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, first part blowing a moderate gale in squalls from SSW, then moderating and hauling to NW.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy.

Calm.


At 7.59am deviation standard compass 0°45' East, ship's head S42°W, error 2°53' West, variation 3°38' West.

At 4.37pm deviation standard compass 0°35' East, ship's head S56°W, error 3°03' West, variation 3°38' West.


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22 April 1893

At Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.996, Long -76.315


Midnight to 4am:

Gentle breeze from NNW until last hour, when it increased to stiff breeze in occasional puffs.

Generally cloudy, with occasional light rain.


4am to 8am:

Partially clear and pleasant.

Light airs to gentle breezes from NW to West.

At 7.00am flagship made affirmative 6157, time and dress signal.


8am to meridian:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze from West.

At 10.30am U.S.S. "Dolphin", carrying the flag of the Secretary of the Navy, came in and steamed around the harbor and was saluted by the flagships of the various fleets.

The Flag Officers and Commanding Officers of the United States fleets paid their respects on board U.S.S. "Dolphin".

The Italian flagship fired a salute of 13 guns, United States ensign at the fore, at 11.50am.

At noon the various ships in the harbor fired salutes of 21 guns in honor of the 25th anniversary of the marriage of the King of Italy and as a courtesy to the Italian fleet.

The wardroom officers of the French ship "Hussard" and the Italian ship "Etna" paid official visits on board this ship.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were inflicted: B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, gross carelessness in painting, 1 week's extra duty; S. Larson, Ordinary Seaman, gross carelessness as boat keeper, monthly money stopped for one month.

A. Stevenson, Machinist, reported his term of enlistment expired.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Wind in moderate to stiff squalls from West.

The Italian Admiral visited the Spanish flagship, he was saluted on his departure with 13 guns, the salute was returned about ½ hour afterwards by Italian flagship.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Wind light from WNW, then North by West, and last hour ESE.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from South to SSE.

The Flag Officers and Commanding Officers of the various ships and squadrons dined with the Secretary of the Navy on board U.S.S. "Dolphin", and the wardroom officers of the foreign ships recently arrived, were entertained by the officers of the United States wardroom messes.


At 7.45am deviation of standard compass 2°01' East, ship's head S75°W, error 1°37' West, variation 3°38' West.

At 4.47pm deviation of standard compass 2°04' East, ship's head S90°W, error 1°34' West, variation 3°38' West.


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23 April 1893

At Hampton Roads, Virginia

Lat 36.996, Long -76.315


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy first part, clear at close [of watch].

Gentle breeze from SSE first half, light breeze from NE at close [of watch].


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Wind light from North to NE.

At 7.00am Spanish squadron got under way, took the caravels in tow, and stood down the bay.

At 7.00am flagship made uniform signal 6157.


8am to meridian:

Fair, cool and pleasant.

Stiff breeze from NNE and NE.

At 9.30am the Captain inspected ship and crew at quarters.

Made sick, coal, and absentee reports to flagship.

At 9.35am flagship signaled 317 to U.S.S. "Yorktown".

At 10.16am flagship made general signal 3837, numeral 10.30.

At 11.00am U.S.S. "Chicago" wigwagged "Send a boat to this ship".

The Captain of this ship paid an official visit on board the Italian ship "Etna".


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, moderate to gentle breeze from NE.

The French Admiral visited the fort, U.S.S. "Newark" and U.S.S. "Charleston", the fort fired a salute of 13 guns.


4pm to 8pm:

Generally fair, cool and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze from NE to North.

At 6.30pm the Brazilian squadron came in and fired a salute of 21 guns, United States ensign at the main, which was answered by the fort, afterwards the Brazilian flagship saluted the flag of Admiral Gherardi with 13 guns, which salute was returned by U.S.S. "Philadelphia".

At 4.25pm flagship made general signal 249, answer 115, numeral 9, 8.


8pm to midnight:

Cool, bright starlight.

Gentle breeze from NNW.

At 8.25pm flagship signaled "Please send report of changes early in morning".


At 7.40am deviation standard compass 2°51' East, ship's head S82°W, error 0°47' West, variation 3°38' West.

At 4.48pm deviation standard compass 1°42' East, ship's head N14°W, error 1°56, West, variation 3°38' West.


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24 April 1893

At sea, making passage from Hampton Roads to New York

Lat 37.00, Long -76.05 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool, brilliant starlight and moonlight.

Light airs from NW, to light breeze from NNW and North.

At 2.50am lighted fires under two after boilers.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cool.

Light to gentle breeze from North.

Making preparations for sea.

At 7.00am flagship made dress signal 5717.

U.S.S. "Newark" shifted berth to Eastward end of column of this fleet.

At 8.00am the "Van Speijk" fired a salute of 13 guns, Brazilian flag at fore.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant, light to gentle breeze from North to ESE.

At 8.15am the Brazilian flagship "Aquidaban" saluted the English Vice Admiral with 15 guns, which was returned gun for gun by H.M.S. "Blake".

At 8.23am the "Kaiserin Augusta" saluted the Brazilian Rear Admiral with 13 guns.

At 8.25am the "Aquidaban" fired a salute of 15 guns, French flag at the fore, the salute was returned by the French flagship gun for gun.

At 8.35am the "Aquidaban" fired a salute of 13 guns, Italian flag at fore, this salute was returned by the Italian flagship "Etna".

At 8.50am the senior Russian vessel "General-Admiral" fired a salute of 13 guns, Brazilian flag flag at the fore, this salute was returned by "Aquidaban".

At 8.45am we called all hands up anchor, and at 9.45am we got under way, following U.S.S. "Chicago" at 300 yards' distance.

The ships of the United States fleet forming the port column in the following order, namely U.S.S. "Philadelphia", U.S.S. "Newark", U.S.S. "Atlanta", U.S.S. "San Francisco", U.S.S. "Bancroft", U.S.S. "Bennington", U.S.S. "Baltimore", U.S.S. "Chicago", U.S.S. "Yorktown", U.S.S. "Charleston", U.S.S. "Vesuvius" and U.S.S. "Concord", steamed to the Westward in Hampton Roads to a point nearly opposite Newport News, where U.S.S. "Dolphin", with the Honorable Secretary of the Navy on board, had taken position and then counter-marched and stood out of the roads, the Dutch man-of war "Van Speijk" and German men-of-war "Kaiserin Augusta" and "Seeadler" falling in as a part of the port column and in the order named.

The starboard column, led by H.B.M.S. "Blake", was formed in the following order: H.B.M.S. "Blake"; H.M.S. "Australia"; H.M.S. "Magicienne"; H.M.S. "Tartar"; "General-Admiral"; "Rynda"; "Arethuse"; "Hussard"; "Jean Bart"; "Etna"; "[Giovanni] Bausan"; "Aquidaban"; "Republica"; and "Tiradentes".

At 8.48am flagship wigwagged "Uniform is overcoats, repeat to Charleston and Concord", at 9.00am general 242, at 9.15am "Do not get under way till signal is hoisted by this ship".

At 9.30am we made numeral 5, at 9.45am the flagship signaled 237, and at 9.55am 444, at 10.00am we made numeral 0, at 10.15am flagship made 277, and at 10.18am numeral 32, at 10.35am she signaled 277, and at 10.45am numeral 20, at 11.45am V.G.J. and V.G.M., at 11.44am V.C.G.

(Continued)


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8am to meridian (Continued):

At noon we made numeral 171 and numeral 7.

Ship's draft forward 12 feet 3 inches, aft 15 feet 11 inches.

Steam 120 [pounds], vacuum 27, revolutions 73.5.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cool.

Light to gentle breezes from ESE to East.

Steaming in column, Naval Review formation.

At 1.00pm started fires in A boiler, and at 3.00pm connected up this boiler.

At 2.00pm Cape Charles lightship bore about abeam, ship's head ENE½E (per compass).

At 12.55pm put over patent log, reading 29.6, and took departure, Cape Henry light S59°W, true, Cape Charles light N12°E, true, ship's head ENE½E.

At 2.54pm changed course to NE in obedience to signal from flagship.

Following signals made by U.S.S. "Chicago" during watch: at 12.25pm "Prepare to steam 10 knots, repeat, uniform for officers service dress, crew caps", V.G.M., W.C.Z.; at 1.30pm "How fast are you going. Repeat this to Charleston".

This vessel replied 10.3, U.S.S. "Charleston" 12.

Then received "Signals must be repeated as soon as possible, according to Naval Review program. When steaming in this formation, in anchoring or swinging into line, speed ball must be dropped as in paragraph 2".

At 3.05pm "Look at signal 1215 and see what it says about repeating signals".


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4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Light East wind.

Ships stood on in two columns until 5.30pm, when dispositions were made for the night.

Our own ships forming double column, one distance between the ships and three between the columns.

The English formed to the Eastward, as also Italians, Russians and French, the Dutch and Germans formed a column to the Westward.

At 5.30pm flagship made 437, at 5.37pm V.F.Z., and at 5.45pm 255.

Steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 94.9, vacuum 26.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light breeze from East.

At 6.57pm flagship U.S.S. "Philadelphia" signaled 267, and at 7.25pm she signaled "This ship out of formation".


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, light breeze from East.

At 8.40pm the fleet changed course NNE½E (per compass) in obedience to signal from flagship, patent log [reading] 23.5.

The following signals were made by the flagship "Ask correspondents to state that owing to shore parade, the twenty-eight will not be a visiting day".

Steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 93.2, vacuum 27.


At 7.29am deviation standard compass 1°22' East, ship's head N73°W, error 2°16' West, variation 3°38' West.

At 4.39pm deviation standard compass 0°12' West, ship's head N45°E, error 4°37' West, variation 4°25' West.


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25 April 1893

At sea, making passage from Hampton Roads to New York

Lat 40.23, Long -73.78


Midnight to 4am:

Partially cloudy, with occasional moonlight, damp.

Light breezes from SE.

This vessel in position in port squadron.

Position of the vessels of the fleet same as previous watch, except "Van Speijk" was ahead and U.S.S. "Philadelphia" returned to head of 1st Squadron.

A pilot boat joined the squadron about 7.00am.

Steam 117 [pounds], vacuum 27, revolutions 90.5.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light wind from SSE to South.

At 6.40am changed course to NE¼E and at 7.05am to NNE½E, in both cases following motions of flagship.

Flagship made the following signals: at 6.55am affirmative 6157; at 7.10am 277; at 7.15am numeral 32; and at 7.57am 266.

Several sails in sight.

Steam 117 [pounds], vacuum 28, revolutions 89.6.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cool and misty.

Gentle to light breeze from SW to NW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised infantry companies.

Made sick, coal and absentee reports to flagship.

Sighted Barnegat lighthouse abeam at 8.30am.

At 8.50am flagship made signal C.D., at 9.50am V.F.B., at 9.55am 267, at 10.00am 316, at 11.30am 76, and at 11.55am 77.

At 9.30am the combined fleets formed in the Naval Review Formation, and remained in that formation throughout the remainder of the watch.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, thick and rainy weather, light breeze from North by East to North.

At 1 o'clock sighted Argentine cruiser "Nuevo de Julio" ["9th of July" in log-book], at 1.15pm she fired a salute of 15 guns, United States ensign at the fore, this salute was returned by U.S.S. "Philadelphia".

At 1.37pm the "Nuevo de Julio" ["9th of July" in log-book] saluted the English Vice Admiral with 15 guns, this salute was returned by H.M.S. "Blake", she saluted the French Rear Admiral and the Italian Rear Admiral, these salutes were returned by the "Arethuse" and "Etna".

At 1.50pm the Dutch man-of-war "Van Speijk" fired a salute of 13 guns, Argentine flag at the fore, the salute was answered by the "Nuevo de Julio" ["9th of July" in log-book].

At 1.55pm changed course to NW¾W, patent log [reading] 87.9.

At 2.00pm the Russian man-of-war "General-Admiral" fired a salute of 13 guns, Argentine flag at the fore, this salute was answered by the "Nuevo de Julio" ["9th of July" in log-book].

At 2.25pm passed Sandy Hook lightship, and at 3 o'clock entered main ship channel.

At 3.30pm H.M.S. "Blake" fired a salute of 15 guns, Russian ensign at the fore, this salute was returned by the Russian flagship "Dimitri Donskoii" ["Dimitri Donskoi" in log-book], which was sighted at anchor in Lower Bay.

The following signals were made during watch by our ship: at 12.20pm numeral 2047 and numeral 2024; and at 12.53pm the following was received from U.S.S. "Charleston": "To Chicago, shall Concord fire a gun when rear vessel, when column anchors", this was repeated and U.S.S. "Chicago" answered at 1.10pm "To Concord, Yes if Naval Review program is followed".

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Meridian to 4pm (Continued):

At 1 o'clock the flagship signaled "Pipe down washed clothes, repeat to others".

At 1.25pm the flagship signaled "Haul down your signal".

At 1.25pm tactical 825, at 1.28pm tactical 251 and 256, at 1.50pm tactical 255, at 1.53pm tactical 277, at 3.45pm tactical 216 and 315, and at 3.50pm tactical 232.

At 3.55pm called all hands bring ship to anchor.

Steam 117 [pounds], vacuum 27, revolutions 76.6.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, with drizzling rain first part, then foggy, calm.

At 4.25pm let go port anchor in 12½ fathoms of water, soft muddy bottom, and veered to 45 fathoms inside hawse pipe.

Angle between Hoffman Island and Fort Wadsworth 118°42', between Fort Wadsworth and Coney Island [Cooney Island in log-book] lighthouse 127°, ship's head NW by North (per compass).

Draft forward 11 feet 9 inches, aft 15 feet 11 inches.

Following salutes were fired: at 4.50pm "Van Speijk" to port 21 guns, returned by fort; at 5.00pm "Kaiserin Augusta" to port 21 guns, returned by fort; at 5.10pm "Van Speijk" to Russian Vice Admiral 15 guns, Russian flag at fore; at 5.26pm "Aquidaban" to Russian Vice Admiral, Russian flag a fore; at 5.35pm fort fired a salute of 21 guns; at 5.40pm salute of 21 guns from fort, at 5.32pm "Kaiserin Augusta" fired 13 guns to Argentine Rear Admiral; at 5.45pm "Dimitri Donskoii" ["Dimitri Donskoi" in log-book] returned salute of Brazilian and Italian flagships gun for gun; at 4.10pm French flagship to Russian Vice Admiral 15 guns, answered by Russian [flagship] gun for gun; at 4.30pm French flagship to port 21 guns, answered by fort; at 4.25pm English


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flagship to port 21 guns, answered by fort.

At 4.15pm U.S.S. "Chicago" signaled "See that you anchor on proper line of bearing, as indicated on chart", at 4.35pm 2121, in obedience to which this vessel banked fires.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, hazy over the water.

Calm.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, cool and damp.

Calm until last half hour, then light airs from NNE.


No observation for compass deviation, cloudy weather.


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26 April 1893

At anchor in Lower Bay and North River, [off 59th Street,] New York

Lat 40.775, Long -73.998


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Wind in moderate squalls from North to NE.

Ship riding between wind and tide last half of watch.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cold.

Moderate to fresh breezes from NNE, moderating to gentle breezes last hour.

At 7.00am flagship made [signal] affirmative 6117.

Spanish squadron stood down to their anchorage astern of Italian, and saluted Russian, Brazilian and Argentine Admirals, the first with 15, the others with 13 guns each.

These salutes were returned gun for gun.

At 7.05am flagship made [signal] affirmative 5118.


8am to meridian:

Fair weather.

Moderate NE wind.

Tide running ebb.

At 8.45am tried steam whistles.

At 9.06am called all hands up anchor and hove in to 30 fathoms.

At 9.15am got under way and stood up the channel, following in the wake of U.S.S. "Chicago", at 300 yards, all the ships of the fleet, having weighed, and stood up in two columns, Naval Review Formation, through the Narrows and up the Hudson River.

At 11.57am dropped the starboard anchor in obedience to preconcerted signal, the firing of a gun on U.S.S. "Chicago", but not having exactly secured the position assigned for the Review, it was weighed immediately.

Flagship made the following signals: at 8.20am "Uniform is overcoats. Repeat"; at 9.06am V.G.B.; at 9.15am V.G.C.; at 9.55am 3212; at 11.25am V.G.D.; and at 11.55am L.F.S.

Repeated to U.S.S. "Charleston" the signal at 8.20am, and at 9.30am made to the flagship numeral 9.

Ship's draft forward: 11 feet 8 inches, aft 15 feet 11 inches.

During progress from anchorage to anchorage, the watertight doors were so far as practicable kept closed in accordance with the special orders for the day.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from East by North and South.

Moored ship 45 fathoms each chain, starboard anchor up stream.

At 2.30pm U.S.S. "Philadelphia" fired a salute of 13 guns, Argentine flag at fore.

At 2.45pm H.M.S. "Blake" fired a salute of 13 guns, no flag visible.

At 3.00pm the Argentine flagship fired a salute of 13 guns, American flag at fore, and then 13 guns, British flag at fore.

At 3.00pm the Russian flagship fired a salute of 13 guns, Argentine flag at the fore, which was returned by the Argentine flagship.

At 3.30pm U.S.S. "Philadelphia" fired a salute of 15 guns, no flag visible.

At 3.30pm the French flagship fired a salute of 13 guns, Argentine flag at the fore, which was returned by the Argentine [flagship].

The Brazilian flagship fired a salute of 9 guns at 3.40pm, Brazilian flag at fore.

At 1.02pm this ship wigwagged to U.S.S. "Charleston"

(Continued)


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Meridian to 4pm (Continued):

"I am going to move up a little".

At 12.25pm flagship signaled "Pass along, communication allowed with the shore".

Repeated this to U.S.S. "Charleston".

At 3.20pm U.S.S. "Chicago" wigwagged "The uniform tonight and tomorrow night will be full dress and cocked hats and swords, pass along".

Repeated this signal to U.S.S. "Charleston".


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from South.

The Argentine Rear Admiral visited U.S.S. "Chicago", and on his departure he was saluted with 13 guns, the salute was returned by the "Nuevo de Julio" ["9th of July" in log-book], he also visited the Senior Officers of the foreign squadrons, a salute of 13 guns each was fired on his departure, thee salutes were returned by the "Nuevo de Julio" ["9th of July" in log-book].

By order of Commanding Officer J. Bowen, Coal Passer, was given two days' solitary confinement [on] bread and water, for disorderly shouting in the gangway.


8pm to midnight:

Light to gentle breezes from SE by South.

Ship swung to ebb at 9.30pm.

Partially cloudy and cold.


At 7.35am deviation of standard compass 0°47' East, ship's head N6°E, error 7°38' West, variation 8°25' West.

At 4.14pm deviation of standard compass 0°53' West, ship's head S36°W, error 9°18' West, variation 8°25' West.


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27 April 1893

At anchor in North River, [off 59th Street,] New York

Lat 40.775, Long -73.998


Commences until 4am:

Overcast, with light drizzling rain from 2.30am to 3.30am.

Light SE breezes.

Slack water low at 3.30am.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and raining.

Light breeze from ESE.

At 7.00am flagship made dress signal 6157.

At 7.30am flagship wigwagged "In case of rain at 8 o'clock dress ship with masthead flags. Be ready to dress rainbow style in case it clears".


8am to meridian:

Thick, rainy weather.

Gentle breeze from SE to East.

At 10.00am dressed ship rainbow fashion.

At 9.30am signaled numeral 10, and at 10.00am numeral 0.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cloudy and damp, raining first hour.

Gentle breeze from ENE and NE.

At 12.30pm U.S.S. "Chicago" signaled "Send boat", the whaleboat was accordingly sent.

At 1.33pm the first gun was fired from U.S.S. "Miantonomoh" and U.S.S. "Dolphin", bearing the flags of the Secretary of the Navy and the President of United States, steamed slowly up the river between the columns.

She was saluted by each vessel with 21 guns, yards and rail manned, guard paraded, and officers in special full dress.

At 2.30pm she reached head of columns and the Flag and Commanding Officers made an official call on the President.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, damp and foggy.

Light airs and breezes from NE.

At 4.45pm the President left U.S.S. "Dolphin" and his flag was hauled down, each ship manning yards and firing a salute of 21 guns.

By order of Commanding Officer J. Bowen, Coal Passer, was released from confinement and restored to duty.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and foggy.

Light NE wind.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, damp and misty.

Light airs from NE and North, shifting last hour to NNW.

The United States fleet exercised with searchlights and signals between 8.00pm and 9.00pm.

The English squadron, the French ship "Jean Bart", the German ship "Kaiserin Augusta" and the Spanish ship "Reina Regente" ["Reina Regenta" in log-book] were dressed with incandescent lights.


Cloudy weather, no observation for deviation of compasses.


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28 April 1893

At North River, [off 59th Street,] New York

Lat 40.775, Long -73.998


Commences until 4am:

Commenced cloudy, clear at close [of watch], light airs from NW.


4am to 8am:

First part clear and pleasant, foggy after 5.30am.

Calm.

Barometer rising.

At 7.45am sent landing party to U.S.S. "Chicago".


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant, hazy.

Light airs to gentle breeze from SSW and SW.

Made routine signals at 9.00am, 10.00am and noon.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SW.

At 2.30pm one squad of landing party returned and at 3.30pm the remainder.

The Russian flagship fired a salute of 15 guns, German flag at fore.

A. Stevenson, Machinist, was this day discharged from this vessel and the United States Naval Service, his term of enlistment having expired.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, cool and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SW.

At 6.00pm flagship signaled "Liberty granted all night, except San Francisco and Charleston, pass along".

The Brazilian and Argentine flagships fired salutes of 15 guns, English ensign at the fore.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, cool and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SW by West to SW.


At 8.11am deviation of standard compass 0°13' West, ship's head S36°W, error 8°38' West, variation 8°25' West.

At 4.41pm deviation of standard compass 0°37' West, ship's head S27°W, error 9°02' West, variation 8°25' West.


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29 April 1893

At North River, [off 59th Street,] New York

Lat 40.775, Long -73.998


Midnight to 4am:

Fair first part, overcast, cloudy and drizzling latter part.

Light airs and breezes from WSW and SW.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, damp and foggy.

Light airs from SW, NE and NNE.

At 7.00am flagship made dress signal 6157.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light breeze from NE.

The "Aquidaban" fired a salute of 13 guns, United States ensign at the fore.

U.S.S. "Philadelphia" fired a salute of 11 guns.

The following punishments were ordered by the Commanding Officer, namely: R.W. Bell, Coal Passer, refusing to turn out when called, solitary confinement on bread and water for four days; A. Olsen, Coxswain, fighting, 4 days' double irons; J. Cosgrove, Ordinary Seaman, fighting, no liberty 1 month; E. Cook, Second-class Apprentice, interfering with man at work, 5 hours' extra duty; R.E.L. Garcine, Equipment Yeoman, very slow in obeying orders, liberty stopped for two weeks.

The Commanding Officer paid official visits to the Russian and Argentine flagships.

The following men are absent overstaying leave since 8.45am this morning, namely: W. Gilchrist, Coxswain, R. Nugent, Gunner's Mate Third-class, and A. Nordstrom, Gunner's Mate Third-class.

At 9.30am made [signal] numeral 6, at 10.00am numeral 3, and at noon numeral 119, numeral 4.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and misty.

Light breeze from NE.

At 1.15pm the Russian flagship fired a salute of 13 guns, Brazilian flag at fore.

During watch Admirals Gherardi and Benham and the French and Brazilian Admirals made official calls on several of the foreign vessels.

The Commanding Officers of the "Nueva España", the "Reina Regente" ["Reina Regenta" in log-book], the "Santa Maria" and the "Nuevo de Julio" ["9th of July" in log-book] made official calls on this vessel.

U.S.S. "Cushing" and U.S.S. "Stiletto" were under way most of watch.

At 3.45pm U.S.S. "Enterprise" passed down the river.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and misty.

Light airs to light breeze from NE.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy last hour.

Calm.


Cloudy weather, no observations for compass deviations.


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30 April 1893

At anchor in North River, [off 59th Street,] New York

Lat 40.775, Long -73.998


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp till last hour, when partially clear.

Light airs from NE.

A large fire on the Jersey shore about 2 miles down the river.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light breeze from NE by North.

At 7.00am flagship signaled uniform 6117, afterwards she wigwagged "Overcoats will be worn, pass along the line".


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and cool.

Light breeze from NE, shifting to East by South the second hour.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

At 9.55am flagship signaled 3837 and numeral 10 answer 30.

At 10.20am she signaled 2373, sent steam launch.

The Brazilian Admiral called upon our Admiral officially.

Made following routine signals: at 9.30am numeral 8; at 10.00am numeral 5; and at noon numeral 114 and numeral 4.

Absentees at noon: W.E. Gilchrist, Coxswain, B. Nugent, Gunner's Mate Third-class, A. Nordstrom, Gunner's Mate Third-class, S. Simmons, Ordinary Seaman, and J. Murray, Corporal Marine.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially cloudy and cool.

Gentle breeze from SE, hauling to SW.

The "Aquidaban" fired a salute of 13 guns, Brazilian flag at fore.

At 3.00pm the Russian Vice Admiral paid official visits to Spanish flagship and subsequently to the Brazilian flagship, on leaving the latter vessel, he was saluted with 15 guns, Russian flag at fore.

Sent liberty party ashore.

Wigwag signal at 2.00pm from U.S.S. "Chicago" "Last message was fresh water will be purchased by paymaster".


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from SW and South.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp, drizzling rain last hour.

Light breezes from SE.

W.E. Gilchrist, Coxswain, returned on board 37 hours over time.


Forenoon weather cloudy, no observations for compass deviation.

Error in afternoon observations.


Approved: [signed] Frank Wildes, Commander U.S. Navy Commanding.



LOGS FOR MAY 1893


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1 May 1893

At anchor off 59th Street, [North River] New York

Lat 40.775, Long -73.998


Midnight to 4am:

Raining, showery, accompanied by thunder and lightning last half of watch.

Light wind from ENE to East.

Tide running ebb.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and rainy, heavy showers second hour, occasional thunder first part of watch.

Light Easterly and NE to ENE airs.

At 7.00am flagship made time and dress signal geographic 6157, and at 7.50am she signaled (wigwag) "Uniform is overcoats".


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with heavy mist.

Light airs to gentle breezes from NE to ENE.

At 9.30am inspected crew at quarters and exercised divisions.

Following men absent without leave: B. Nugent, Gunner's Mate Third-class, A. Nordstrom, Gunner's Mate Third-class, and S. Simmons, Ordinary Seaman.

J. Murray, Corporal Marine, returned on board 24 hours over time.

Made routine signals at 9.00am, 10.00am and 12.00pm.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, damp and cool.

Wind from NE, freshening.

Another Italian man-of-war came in and anchored abreast the squadron, she saluted the Italian Admiral with 13 guns.

By order of the Captain F.S. Kirk, Apprentice, was placed under charge of sentry, while his report for insubordination is under consideration.

The Argentine Admiral visited the ship and declined salute.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cold.

Moderate to gentle breezes from ENE and East.

Returned catamaran to U.S.S. "Chicago".


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with light passing showers.

Moderate wind from East to NE.


Cloudy weather, no observations for compass deviation.


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2 May 1893

At anchor off 59th Street, North River, New York

Lat 40.775, Long -73.998


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and drizzling.

Moderate breeze to light airs from East.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp, cool.

Calm first part, then light breezes from NNE.

At 5.30am made [signal] interrogatory 6183 and U.S.S. "Chicago" answered in affirmative.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Philadelphia" made affirmative 6159, time and dress signal.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant, clearing weather.

Airs from South to SW.

At 9.30am inspected crew at quarters, the following men absent over time: B. Nugent, Gunner's Mate Third-class, A. Nordstrom, Gunner's Mate Third-class, and S. Simmons, Ordinary Seaman.

Exercised the divisions.

The Russian Admiral visited the ship and declined salute.

The Captain made the following official visits: to the caravel "Santa Maria"; the Spanish "Reina Regente" ["Reina Regenta" in log-book]; the Italian "Dogali"; the Brazilian "Aquidaban", "Tiradentes" and "Republica"; and U.S.S. "Miantonomoh".

Made the following signals to flagship: at 9.30am numeral 8; at 10.00am numeral 3; and at noon numeral 104, numeral 5.

The flagship made signals as follows; at 11.30am to U.S.S. "Charleston", U.S.S. "Concord" and U.S.S. "Yorktown" 3093; at 11.35am to U.S.S. "Yorktown" 2373; and at 11.40am by wigwag to this ship "Please repeat our signal to Concord by wigwag", the latter being repeated as requested.

Eighty-two loaves of bread were sent off in the 10.30am boat, for which the coxswain signed on a baker's list, but at the request of the paymaster it was returned and placed on the dock.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and misty.

Light airs from SW.

At 2.00pm flagship U.S.S. "Chicago" signaled "Uniform for theater tonight is special full dress, striped trousers".

At 2.30pm flagship U.S.S. "Philadelphia" signaled 2984.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light wind from South.

Slack water low at 6.00pm, swung to flood at 7.30pm.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty.

Light breeze from South.


No observations for compass deviation, cloudy weather.


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3 May 1893

At anchor off 59th Street, North River, and moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, misty, rainy last half of watch.

Light airs from SW.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, with drizzling rain first and last hours.

Light wind from East to ENE.

At 6.55am flagship made signal 6157.

Tide running ebb.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and drizzling.

Gentle to stiff breeze from East by North to ENE.

Received 102½ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables, and 82 pounds of bread.

Made sick and absentee reports to flagship.

At 10.30am made [signal] interrogatory 4890, flagship answered and made affirmative.

Unmoored and got under way and stood down North River, towards Navy Yard.

A copy of specification, preferred by Commander Frank Wildes, U.S. Navy, against F.S. Kirk, Ship's Apprentice First-class, was delivered to him, and by order of the Commanding Officer he was placed under sentry's charge, to await trial by Summary Court Martial.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and drizzling.

Light breeze from East.

At 12.30pm secured ship alongside of Cob Dock, Navy Yard, exchanging numbers with U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont".


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and drizzling.

Light breeze from East.

B. Nugent, Gunner's Mate, returned on board 107 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and rainy, squally from East last part.

Gentle breeze from NE first half.

Private W. Caulfield, U.S. Marine Corps, is absent from the ship without leave.


Cloudy weather, no observations for deviation of compasses.


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4 May 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and raining heavily most of watch, with lightning second hour.

Gentle to light breezes from East, with frequent stiff squalls first part.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and drizzling.

Light breeze from East and SE.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, rainy and squally from WNW to NW.

At 9.45am a Summary Court Martial met for the trial of F.S. Kirk, Seaman Apprentice First-class, and at 11.30am the Court adjourned.

The following yard workmen were employed on board, namely: 6 machinists and 4 helpers, Engineer's Department.

Received 72 pounds of fresh bread, for the use of crew.

Absentees: A. Nordstrom, Gunner's Mate Third-class, S. Simmons, Ordinary Seaman, E. Packard, Oiler, and W. Caulfield, Private Marine.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cloudy and squally from West, raining first hour.

H. Beerman, Third-class Apprentice, was this day discharged from the Naval Service by reason of his own request and by order of the Bureau of Navigation.

The following workmen were employed on board, namely: 10 machinists and 4 helpers.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and squally from West.

S. Simmons, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board 107 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy first half, clearing latter part.

Moderate to gentle breeze from SW, with frequent fresh squalls, moderating somewhat towards end of watch.


Cloudy weather, no observations for deviation of compasses.


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5 May 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool, bright moonlight.

Gentle to stiff breezes in squalls from SW.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze from WSW.

At 7 o'clock U.S.S. "Bennington" passed the yard, standing to the Eastward.

At 5.30am loosed sails to dry.


8am to meridian:

Fair and pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from WSW.

Aired bedding.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, exercised divisions at setting up, and overhauled battery.

U.S.S. "Fortune" came out of the dry dock and the "Reina Regente" ["Reina Regenta" in log-book] went into dock.

The following yard workmen were aboard during the watch in the Engineer's Department: 10 machinists, 3 helpers; 1 steam fitter; and 1 machinist in Construction [Department].

A Board of Survey in the Engineer's Department, of which Passed Assistant Engineer E.T. Warburton, U.S. Navy, was senior member, met on board.

Received on board the following stores in Ordnance Department: 35 yards canvas number 5; 20 yards lining for breech covers 6-inch breech loading rifle; 2 thermometers; 1 bench vise; 1 set drills; 3 square feet sheet brass; 1 hammer, small; 1 belt punch; 1 oilstone; 1 small chuck; 1 Torx [head] screwdriver; 1 pair pliers; 3 dozen steel screws.

J.H. Cole, Private Marine, returned aboard 3 hours over time.

Absentees at noon as follows: A. Nordstrom, Gunner's Mate Third-class, E. Packard, Oiler, W. Caulfield, Private Marine, A. Josephs, Coal Passer, J.E. Cooke, Apprentice, and J. Fitzpatrick, First-class Fireman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze from WSW.

Navy Yard workmen aboard as before.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, fine weather.

Gentle to light breeze from WSW.

At 5.30pm mustered at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, rainy weather, with lightning to Westward.

Light airs and breezes from WSW to South by West.

J. Bowen, Coal Passer, and M.J. Sweeney, Private Marine, absent from ship without leave.


At 7.45am deviation of standard compass 0°14' East, ship's head S34°E, error 7°46' West, variation 8°00' West.

At 5.00pm deviation of standard compass 1°02' West, ship's head S33°E, error 9°02' West, variation 8°00' West.


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6 May 1893

At Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Raining first hour, then clearing, with moonlight.

Light NW wind.

A. Nordstrom, Gunner's Mate Third-class, returned on board 161 hours over time.


4am to 8am:

Fair and pleasant weather.

Light airs from NW.

Received in Paymaster's Department the following fresh provisions: 95 pounds of fresh beef; and 95 pounds of fresh vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Partially clear and cool.

Light to gentle breezes from NW.

At about 10.00am shifted berth, mooring alongside of U.S.S. "Terror".

J. Paul, Second-class Fireman, could not be found on board after a thorough search, he had no authority to leave the ship.

The following punishments were awarded by order of Commanding Officer: N. Allen, Seaman, returning from boat duty drunk, money stopped for three months; R. Klotz, Ordinary Seaman, inattention to duty, extra duty for 4 days, and no liberty till extra duty is done.

Sent official signal to U.S.S. "San Francisco" "The Board of Survey on Exempt Equipment will be over at 11.00am", and later "The Board of Survey will not be over today".

U.S.S. "Cushing" left the yard.

10 machinists, 4 helpers, 1 steam fitter, 2 plumbers, 1 shipfitter and 1 carpenter at work on board.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially clear and cool.

Light to gentle breezes from WSW.

P. Dwyer, Carpenter's Mate Third-class, was brought on board by Marines from the yard, drunk, he having been sent in the yard on duty.

He was placed under sentry's charge by order of Commanding Officer.

Same workmen as in previous watch.


4pm to 8pm:

Partially clear and cool.

Gentle breezes from NW.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, moonlight.

Light wind from NW by North and NW.

Lieutenant C.J. Boush left the ship on leave of absence for one week.


At 7.44am deviation standard compass 0°56' West, ship's head S33°E, error 8°56' West, variation 8°00' West.

No observations in afternoon, ship alongside of monitor.


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7 May 1893

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

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light airs from NW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from NW by West.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 100 pounds of fresh meat; 106 pounds of vegetables; and 155 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Light NE airs.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

The following men absent without leave: E. Packard, Oiler, W. Caulfield, Private Marine, A. Josephs, Coal Passer, J.E. Cooke, Apprentice, J. Fitzpatrick, First-class Fireman, E. Baker, Landsman, J. Patterson, First-class Fireman, N. Ozard, Landsman, J. Bowen, Coal Passer, M.J. Sweeney, Private Marine, J. Paul, Second-class Fireman, H. Hill, Coal Passer, J. Sharp, Seaman, J. Buckley, First-class Fireman, M. O'Neil, Coal Passer, Ah Hoy, Landsman, D. Bradley, Private Marine, C. Rushlow, Private Marine, and J.J. Welsh, Second-class Fireman, the last named having been found to have absented himself from the ship without permission.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair weather.

Light wind from North to NNE.

Sent a liberty party ashore.

N. Ozard, Landsman, returned on board 30 hours over time.


4pm to 8pm:

Light NE wind.

Fair weather.

J. Sharp, Seaman, returned on board 9½ hours over time.

Paymaster's Clerk G.H. Grendle returned from leave of absence.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Calm first hour afterwards light airs from SW.

J.J. Patterson, First-class Fireman, returned on board 37½ hours over time.


No observations for compass deviation, ship alongside of monitor.


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8 May 1893

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

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, fine weather.

Light breezes and airs from SW first part, shifting to NW last hour.

M. O'Neil, Coal Heaver, returned aboard 17 hours over time.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Airs from NNE last half of watch.

Man over time returned: F. Buckley, First-class Fireman, 23 hours.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light airs from NNE and East.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absentees: J. Sloane, First-class Fireman, E. Packard, Oiler, W. Caulfield, Private Marine, A. Josephs, Coal Passer, J.E. Cooke, Second-class Apprentice, J. Fitzpatrick, First-class Fireman, E. Baker, Landsman, J. Bowen, Coal Passer, M. Sweeney, Private Marine, J. Paul, Second-class Fireman, H. Hill, Coal Passer, Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant, D. Bradley, Private Marine, C. Rushlow, Private Marine, J.J. Welsh, Second-class Fireman, O. Strommer, Quartermaster First-class, F. Rushman, Oiler, W.J. Curley, Ordinary Seaman, and F.J. Horn, Mess Attendant.

Employed on board in Steam Engineering Department: 10 machinists; 1 driller, and 3 helpers; in Construction Department: 4 plumbers; and 3 carpenters.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light airs from West.

Employed on board in Steam Engineering Department: 10 machinists; 1 driller and 3 helpers; and in Construction Department: 4 plumbers; and 3 carpenters.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light airs from West.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters, and afterwards called all hands to muster and read proceedings and findings of Summary Court Martial in the case of F.S. Kirk, Apprentice First-class.

Court sentenced Kirk to 15 days' solitary confinement and loss of pay during that time, and the Commanding Officer mitigated the punishment to 10 days' confinement with no loss of pay.

Confined Kirk in accordance with sentence as mitigated.

H. Hill, Coal Passer, and J.J. Welch returned on board.

Absentees otherwise same as in forenoon.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, fine weather.

Light breeze from SW.


No observations for compass deviation, ship alongside of monitor.


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9 May 1893

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

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool, moonlight.

Light airs and breezes from SW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW and West.

Private Rushlow returned on board 48 hours over time.

R.J. Cooney, Seaman, found to be missing from ship.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light airs and breezes from West.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions at setting up drill.

Shut down dynamo for a short time while repairs were being made on steam pipe.

R. Klotz, Ordinary Seaman, was placed in double irons by order of the Commanding Officer, for striking a petty officer.

Turned into storehouse the following Ordnance stores: 6 200-pound powder tanks; 116 cylindrical powder tanks, 6-inch breech loading rifle; 16 chests for Hotchkiss shells; 5000 empty cartridge cases, caliber .45.

Sending old condemned condenser tubes ashore.

The following Navy Yard workmen were aboard during forenoon: 10 machinists, 3 helpers; 2 painters; 2 plumbers; 1 steam fitter; 2 sailmakers.

M. Foley, First-class Fireman, returned on board 1 hour over time.

List of absentees at noon, as follows: E. Packard, Oiler, W. Caulfield, Private Marine, A. Josephs, Coal Passer, J. Fitzpatrick, First-class Fireman, E. Baker, Landsman, J. Bowen, Coal Passer, M.J. Sweeney, Private Marine, J. Paul, Second-class Fireman, Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant, D. Bradley, Private Marine, O. Strommer, Quartermaster First-class, F. Rushman, Oiler, W.J. Curley, Ordinary Seaman, J. Sloane, First-class Fireman, M. Noonan, Private Marine, D. Bolger, Blacksmith, J. Fagan, Second-class Fireman, M.H. Harris, Landsman, R.J. Cooney, Seaman, J.J. Welsh, Second-class Fireman, M. McGinley, First-class Fireman, and J.E. Cooke, Apprentice.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from SW.

Navy Yard workmen aboard as before.

C.A. Carlsen, Shipwright, had his monthly money stopped for three months by order of Commanding Officer, for receiving liquor aboard ship.

A. McLean, Seaman, was released from confinement by order of Commanding Officer.

Received on board in tanks 1500 gallons fresh water.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from SW and South.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters and exercised divisions at setting up drill.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Light breezes from SW.

D. Bradley, Private Marine, returned on board 61 hours over time.


No observations for compass deviation, ship alongside of monitor.


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10 May 1893

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

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Airs from SW to West.


4am to 8am:

Clear, fine weather.

Light breeze from West.

Received in Paymaster's Department following fresh provisions: 76¼ pounds beef; 64 pounds vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from WSW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, following men absent without leave: J.E. Cooke, Apprentice, E. Packard, Dynamo Oiler, W. Caulfield, Private Marine, A. Joseph, Coal Passer, J. Fitzpatrick, First-class Fireman, E. Baker, Landsman, J. Bowen, Coal Passer, M.J. Sweeney, Private Marine, J. Paul, Second-class Fireman, Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant, O. Strommer, Quartermaster First-class, F. Rushman, Oiler, W. Curley, Ordinary Seaman, J. Sloane, First-class Fireman, M. Noonan, Private Marine, D. Bolger, Blacksmith, J. Fagan, Second-class Fireman, M.H. Harris, Landsman, R.J. Cooney, Seaman, J.J. Welsh, Second-class Fireman, M. McGinley, First-class Fireman, F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice, William Waite, Apprentice, J. Sullivan, Coal Passer, P. Joyce, Oiler, and A. Hasler, Apprentice.

J. Sullivan, Coal Passer, and J. Fagan, Second-class Fireman, returned on board subsequently, the former 3 hours and the latter 28 hours over time.

Broke out the cofferdams and dried them out.

The French Rear Admiral paid an official visit in the yard.

The following Navy Yard workmen on board: 10 machinists, 3 helpers; 2 shipwrights; 2 plumbers; 2 painters; 2 dynamo machinists; 1 steam fitter.

Sent steam cutter up to boat shop to be overhauled.

Sent part of crank shaft and flywheel of one dynamo engine to shop.

Put old evaporator on the dock.

Sent Corporal Moore and C.A. Carlson, Shipwright, to office of Captain of Yard that charges against fireman employed in yard might be investigated.

The charge being smuggling liquor on board this vessel.

Several men granted furlough.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light to gentle breezes from West.

At 3.00pm a salute was fired from U.S.S. "Vermont", 13 guns, Italian flag at fore, in honor of Italian Rear Admiral who visited the yard.

A Board of Survey in electrical branch of Equipment [Department] met on board.

Navy Yard workmen same as previous watch, except no painters and one additional steam fitter.

William Waite, Second-class Apprentice, returned on board 5½ hours over time.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from SW.

P. Dwyer, Landsman, left ship without permission and returned on board about 7.15pm under influence of liquor and was placed under sentry's charge by order of Commanding Officer.


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8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from West.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice, returned on board 135 hours over time.

R.J. Cooney, Seaman, and M. McGinley, First-class Fireman, returned on board from French leave, and by order of Commanding Officer were placed under sentry's charge for safe [save in log-book] keeping.

J.J. Dudley, Coal Passer, returned from liberty drunk, and by order of Commanding Officer was placed under sentry's charge for save keeping.


No observations for compass deviation, ship alongside of monitor.


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11 May 1893

Moored to monitor [U.S.S. "Terror"], Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Gentle to light breeze from WSW.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, light haze.

Light breezes from West and WSW.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 59 pounds of bread; 74 pounds of meat; and 74 pounds vegetables.

A. Hasler, Seaman Apprentice First-class, returned on board 22 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from West.

The following workmen from the yard employed on board: 2 carpenters; 10 machinists with 3 helpers; 2 dynamo machinists; 2 plumbers; 2 shipfitters; 1 electrician testing dynamo.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, the following men absent over time: E. Packard, Oiler, M. Caulfield, Private Marine, A. Josephs, Coal Passer, J. Fitzpatrick, First-class Fireman, E. Baker, Landsman, J. Bowen, Coal Passer, M.J. Sweeney, Private Marine, J. Paul, Second-class Fireman, Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant, O. Strommer, Quartermaster First-class, F. Rushman, Oiler, W.J. Curley, Ordinary Seaman, J. Sloane, First-class Fireman, D. Bolger, Blacksmith, M.H. Harris, Landsman, J.J. Welsh, Second-class Fireman, F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice, P. Joyce, Oiler, M. Noonan, Private Marine, J. Ashton, Water Tender, and Tomo Yamada [Tomado in log-book], Mess Attendant.

The Commanding Officer assigned the following punishments: J.J. Dudley, Coal Passer, monthly money stopped for three months, for returning drunk from liberty with a bottle of liquor; J. Dalzell, Ordinary Seaman, beer stopped for two weeks and monthly money for one month, for drawing a bottle of beer and giving it to another.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light SW airs.

Specifications of offenses were given to P. Dwyer, Landsman, M. McGinley, First-class Fireman, and R.J. Cooney, Seaman, who are to be tried by Summary Court Martial.

A Board surveyed articles in Equipment Department.

Sent a cutter with racing crew and whaleboat with spectators from the crew to the squadron lying in North River, in tow of U.S.S. "Nina", for the Herald races to take place this afternoon.

The following workmen were employed on board: 10 machinists with 3 helpers; 4 plumbers; 3 shipfitters with 1 helper; and 2 carpenters.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light airs from SW and SSW.

First cutter and whaleboat returned.

Paymaster Martin left ship on leave of absence for two weeks.

Lieutenant Kennedy returned from Washington.

At 5.40pm mustered at quarters, absentees as at 9.30am.


8pm to Midnight.

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light breeze from SW.


No observations for compass deviation, ship alongside of monitor.


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12 May 1893

Moored to monitor [U.S.S. "Terror"], Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, fine weather.

Light airs from SW to West.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, calm.

P. Joyce, Oiler, 46½ hours over time, and J. Sloane, First-class Fireman, 95½ hours over time, returned on board.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light airs from South and SE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised divisions.

A Summary Court Martial met on board for the trial of R.J. Cooney, Seaman, and such other persons, as may be legally be brought before it.

O. Strommer, Quartermaster First-class, returned 99½ hours over time.

Employed in Steam Engineering Department: 10 machinists and 1 helper; in Construction [Department]: 4 shipfitters; 4 plumbers; and 5 carpenters.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light airs from SE.

The Summary Court Martial adjourned to await the action of the Revising Authority.

Employed in Steam Engineering Department: 10 machinists and 1 helper; and in Construction [Department]: 4 shipfitters; 4 plumbers; and 5 carpenters.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SE.

D. Bolger, Blacksmith, returned 84 hours over time and F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice, 72 hours over time.

U.S.S. "Bancroft" came in and secured alongside of U.S.S. "Terror", and the Spanish man-of-war "Reina Regente" ["Reina Regenta" in log-book] came out of dry dock and secured alongside the coal dock.

Lieutenant Conway left the ship on a week's leave.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SE and East.


No observations for compass deviation, ship alongside of monitor.


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13 May 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Partially cloudy and damp.

Light airs from East and NNE.

A. Josephs, Coal Passer, returned on board 185 hours over time.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, raining latter half.

Light airs and breeze from NNE.

Received 65 pounds of bread in Paymaster's Department.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and rainy.

Gentle breeze from NNE.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department following fresh provisions: 81¼ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables.

Got out bow and quarter springs and took in steel hawser.

Following Navy Yard workmen on board: 10 machinists 3, helpers; 4 carpenters; 4 plumbers; 4 shipfitters; 2 electricians; and 1 draughtsman in Construction [Department].

Absentees at noon as follows: E. Packard, Oiler, J. Fitzpatrick, First-class Fireman, E. Baker, Landsman, J. Bowen, Coal Passer, M.J. Sweeney, Private Marine, J. Paul, Second-class Fireman, M.J. Curley, Ordinary Seaman, M.H. Harris, Landsman, J.J. Welsh, Second-class Fireman, M. Noonan, Private Marine, J. Ashton, Water Tender, M. Doran, Seaman, F. Rushman, Oiler, and M. Clancey, First-class Fireman.

The following named men were this day declared deserters from this vessel and from the United States Naval Service: W. Caulfield, Private Marine, Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant, and Tomo Yamada, Mess Attendant.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cloudy and drizzling most of watch.

Gentle to light breeze from NE.

Received on board in tanks 1800 gallons fresh water.

Navy Yard workmen aboard as before.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy and drizzling.

Light breeze from NE.

Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant, returned on board 154 hours over time.

At 4.30pm U.S.S. "Bancroft" signaled (wigwag) "To Commanding Officer, Ensign J.H. Reid is on Board of Survey, which meets on the San Francisco Monday morning at 9.45am".

E. Packard, Dynamo Oiler, returned on board 228 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp, cool.

Light variable airs, calm second hour.


7.25am deviation standard compass 1°08' West, ship's head S69°E, error 9°08' West, variation 8°00' West.

4.00pm deviation standard compass 1°08' West, ship's head S69°E, error 9°08' West, variation 8°00' West.


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14 May 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Calm.

M. Clancey, First-class Fireman, returned on board 37½ hours over time.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs from SE.

Received in Paymaster's Department the following fresh provisions: 86 pounds each of fresh beef and fresh vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and damp, partially clear last hour.

Light airs from ESE and SE.

At 9.30am Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.

Following men absent without leave: J. Fitzpatrick, First-class Fireman, E. Baker, Landsman, J. Bowen, Coal Passer, M.J. Sweeney, Private Marine, J. Paul, Second-class Fireman, W.J. Curley, Ordinary Seaman, M.H. Harris, Landsman, J.J. Welsh, Second-class Fireman, M. Noonan, Private Marine, J. Ashton, Water Tender, M. Doran, Seaman, F. Rushman, Oiler, and V. Frederickson, Coxswain.

By order of Commanding Officer J. Klotz, Ordinary Seaman, was released from confinement, his term of punishment having expired.

Sent liberty party ashore.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially cloudy and damp.

Light breeze from SE.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs and breezes from SE, backing to East and NE.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant, clearing weather.

Light airs and calm.


7.30am deviation standard compass 1°08' West, ship's head S69°E, error 9°08' West, variation 8°00' West.

4.30pm deviation standard compass 0°08' West, ship's head S69°E, error 8°08' West, variation 8°00' West.


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15 May 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy first half, afterwards fair.

Light airs from West.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, damp.

Light airs and breezes from West.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from West to NW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, the following men absent without leave: E. Baker, Landsman, J. Bowen, Coal Passer, M.J. Sweeney, Private Marine, J. Paul, Second-class Fireman, W.J. Curley, Ordinary Seaman, M.H. Harris, Landsman, J.J. Welsh, Second-class Fireman, M. Noonan, Private Marine, J. Ashton, Water Tender, M. Doran, Seaman, F. Rushman, Oiler, C.D. Carl, Apprentice, and M. Gleason, Boiler Maker.

J. Fitzpatrick, First-class Fireman, was declared a deserter from this day by the Commanding Officer.

F. Rushman, Oiler, returned on board 170 hours over time.

The following workmen from the yard employed on board: 10 machinists with 1 helper; 4 shipfitters; 4 plumbers; and 2 carpenters.

Overhauled battery.

Italian cruiser "Giovanni Bausan" came to the yard at 8.45am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Airs from WSW.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

The following workmen from the yard employed on board: 10 machinists with 1 helper; 4 plumbers; and 2 carpenters.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, warm.

At 5.40pm mustered at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and damp, drizzling lightly at intervals.

Light airs from WSW and North.


7.30am deviation standard compass 1°08' West, ship's head S69°E, error 9°08' West, variation 8°00' West.

4.50pm deviation standard compass 2°42' West, ship's head S69°E, error 10°42' West, variation 8°00' West.


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16 May 1893

Moored to Cob Dock and U.S.S. "Puritan", Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and rainy.

Light airs from East by North to SE.

T.L. Jones, Second-class Fireman, returned from leave.

M. Gleason, Boiler Maker, who has been absent overstaying leave, returned on board at 1.15am.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, damp and light drizzling rain part of last hour.

Light SE breeze.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 83¾ pounds fresh beef; and 83¾ [pounds] fresh vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and raining.

Light to gentle breeze from SE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and made out requisition for clothing and small stores.

Absentees: W.J. Curley, Ordinary Seaman, M.H. Harris, Landsman, J.J. Welsh, Second-class Fireman, M. Noonan, Private Marine, and M. Doran, Seaman.

Received 67 pounds fresh bread.

Surgeon Harmon left the ship with 15 days' leave.

Employed on board in Steam Engineering [Department]: 11 machinists and 2 helpers; in Construction [Department]: 4 plumbers.

The "Giovanni Bausan" went into dry dock.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and rainy.

Gentle to fresh breeze from SE.

Cast off from Cob Dock and hauled over and secured alongside of U.S.S. "Puritan".

Employed on board in Steam Engineering [Department]: 11 machinists; in Construction [Department]: 4 plumbers; and 2 joiners.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and rainy.

Moderate to light breeze from South.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs to light breeze from SW.


No observations for compass deviation, rainy and overcast in morning, ship alongside of monitor in the afternoon.


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17 May 1893

Moored alongside of U.S.S. "Puritan", Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from SW.


4am to 8am:

Fair, warm and pleasant.

Light airs from SW.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, light breezes from SW.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters, had setting up drill.

Absentees: W.J. Curley, Ordinary Seaman, M.H. Harris, Landsman, J.J. Welsh, Second-class Fireman, M. Noonan, Private Marine, and M. Doran, Seaman.

Crew engaged smoothing down ship's side.

The following yard workmen were employed on board, namely: 10 machinists and 2 helpers; 4 carpenters; and two plumbers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, gentle to light breeze from SW.

The following yard workmen were employed on board, namely: 10 machinists and 2 helpers; 4 carpenters; 2 plumbers; and 2 dynamo machinists.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, light airs from SW to West.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, with drizzling rain latter half.

Light airs to light breeze from WSW.

M. Doran, Seaman, returned on board 135 hours over time.


No observations for compass deviation, ship alongside of monitor.


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18 May 1893

Moored alongside of U.S.S. "Puritan", Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, cool and damp, occasional drizzle.

Light airs and breezes from NW.

M.H. Harris, Landsman, returned on board 209 hours over time.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, light breeze from SW.

Received in Paymaster's Department for use of crew: 70 pounds of fresh bread; and 87½ pounds fresh meat; and rejected the vegetables presented by the contractor, the bulk of the weight being made up of potato culls and old carrots.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Light breeze from West by South.

U.S.S. "Dolphin" cast off from wharf and steamed up the river about 8.15am.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions at setting up.

Crew engaged in scraping and painting outside.

Sent Marine Guard to barracks for battalion drill.

At noon released F.S. Kirk, Seaman Apprentice First-class, from confinement by order of Commanding Officer, his term of confinement having expired.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows: 10 machinists, 2 helpers; 4 carpenters.

Absentees at noon as follows: W.J. Curley, Ordinary Seaman, J.J. Welsh, Second-class Fireman, M. Noonan, Private Marine, and S. Larson, Ordinary Seaman.

Delivered acting appointments to petty officers in accordance with new regulations.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs from West.

Navy Yard workmen on board as before.

Crew working over the side.

Lieutenant T.E. de W[itt] Veeder, U.S. Navy, was this day detached from this vessel and granted three months' leave.

W.J. Curley, Ordinary Seaman, and M. Noonan, Private Marine, were declared deserters from this vessel and the United States Naval Service from May 8.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair and pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from West, shifting to NW and blowing in moderate squalls latter part.

G.R. Coulter, First-class Apprentice, was sent to the U.S. Naval Hospital for treatment.

Mustered at quarters at 5.30pm.

S. Larson, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board 10½ hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle to stiff breezes, coming in strong squalls from NW.


No observations for compass deviation, ship alongside of monitor.


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19 May 1893

Moored to monitor U.S.S. "Puritan", Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to stiff breeze from NW, blowing in puffs until last hour when it moderated to gentle breeze.


4am to 8am:

Gentle breeze from NW, with stiff squalls last hour.

Clear, fine weather.

Received in Paymaster's Department the following fresh provisions: 88¾ pounds beef; 88¾ pounds of vegetables; and 71 pounds of bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cool.

Stiff breezes coming in squalls from NW.

Mustered at quarters at 9.30 and exercised divisions in setting up drill.

By order of Commanding Officer J.J. Welsh, Second-class Fireman, was declared a deserter from the 9th of this month.

Absentee: J. Sherry, Private Marine.

Took on board new evaporator.

Crew engaged in scraping the side.

12 machinists, 2 helpers, 3 carpenters and five shipfitters at work on board.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate to gentle breezes from WNW.

Crew engaged in scraping ship outside and in scraping topmasts.

Sent liberty party ashore.

In addition to the force from Navy Yard in previous watch: 3 joiners; 5 carpenters; and 2 dynamo machinists.

At 1.15pm U.S.S. "Vermont" fired a salute of 13 guns to Brazilian Admiral.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from NNW.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from North.


No observations for compass deviation, ship alongside of monitor.


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20 May 1893

Moored to United States monitor U.S.S. "Puritan", Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze to light airs from NW by West.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from North by West and North.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light airs from SW.

Engaged in scraping and red-leading rust spots on ship's side.

Received 1800 gallons fresh water.

Employed on board in Construction Department: 8 shipfitters; 8 carpenters; and 2 pattern makers; in Steam Engineering [Department]: 10 machinists and 2 helpers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

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

Employed on board in Construction Department: 8 shipfitters; 8 carpenters; and 2 pattern makers; in Steam Engineering [Department]: 10 machinists and 2 helpers.

At 1.00pm called all hands to muster and read proceedings of Summary Court Martial in the cases of Robert J. Cooney, Seaman, and Peter Dwyer, Landsman.

Cooney was sentenced to 15 days' solitary confinement in double irons, on bread and water, with full ration every third day, and loss of pay during confinement, but the Commanding Officer mitigated his sentence to solitary confinement for ten days on bread and water, with full ration every third day.

Confined Cooney in accordance with sentence as mitigated.

P. Dwyer's sentence was to be discharged with Bad Conduct Discharge.

Discharged Peter Dwyer, Landsman, from the Naval Service with Bad Conduct Discharge.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from South by East and SSW.

Received 68 pounds of fresh bread.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, and squally from SW second to third hours.

Light airs from West.


No observations for compass deviation, ship alongside of monitor.


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21 May 1893

Moored to monitor U.S.S. "Puritan", Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and warm most of watch, clouding up latter part.

Light airs from West to light breeze from WSW.


4am to 8am:

Fair and pleasant.

Light airs from WSW to SW.

U.S.S. "Bancroft" left the yard at 5.15am.

Received 85 pounds fresh meat and vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from West by South.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters, after which the ship was inspected by the Commanding Officer.

Absentees overstaying leave: E.W. Sherry, Private Marine, M.J. Lynch, Gunner's Mate Third-class, J. Toole, Water Tender, and D. Gamero, Mess Attendant, also M.H. Harris, Landsman, who left the ship without permission.

Sent a church party to U.S.S. "Vermont" and a liberty party on shore.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Gentle breeze first half from West by South, stiff squalls from West by South to West last half.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm, light breeze to light airs from West to WNW.

E.W. Sherry, Private Marine, returned on board 59½ hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and warm, bright moonlight.

Calm.


No observations for compass deviation, ship alongside of monitor.


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22 May 1893

Moored to monitor U.S.S. "Puritan", Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy first hour, then clearing, pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from North and NW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, light breeze from NW.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from SW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Gunner's gang engaged in breaking out forward shell room.

Received in Construction Department: 315 pounds of Fibbal's [earlier spelled as Fiball] cement.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows: 8 machinists, 2 helpers; 7 shipfitters; 3 riveters; 6 carpenters; 2 plumbers; 1 coppersmith, 1 helper; 2 dynamo machinists.

Crew engaged in scraping and painting outside.

Absentees at noon as follows: M.J. Lynch, Gunner's Mate Third-class, J. Toole, Water Tender, D. Gamero, Mess Attendant, and M.H. Harris, Landsman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from SW to South.

Crew at work outside and breaking out ammunition.

Same Navy Yard workmen on board, with exception of the plumbers, of whom there were 4.

At 3.00pm U.S.S. "San Francisco" shifted her berth to Cob Dock.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from South.

At 5.45pm went to quarters and afterwards marched to muster and published proceedings of Summary Court Martial in case of M. McGinley, First-class Fireman, tried on board this vessel for leaving ship without permission.

The sentence as mitigated by the Commanding Officer was solitary confinement on bread and water for ten days, with a full ration every third day.

McGinley was confined in accordance with sentence.


8pm to midnight [meridian in log-book]:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SW.


No observations for compass deviation, ship alongside of monitor.


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23 May 1893

Moored alongside of U.S.S. "Puritan", Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW first hour, afterwards calm.

M.J. Lynch, Gunner's Mate, returned from liberty 65 hours over time.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from SE and Calms.

Received in Paymaster's Department following fresh provisions: 83¾ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables; and 67 pounds of bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from South to SSE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, following men absent without leave: J. Toole, Water Tender, M.H. Harris, Landsman, and D. Gamero, Mess Attendant.

Following Navy Yard workmen on board: 10 machinists, 2 helpers; 6 joiners, 11 shipfitters, those of the last class paying but indifferent attention to their work on the bill boards; also 3 pattern makers.

Received in Equipment Department the following stores: 250 pounds manila [rope] 3¾-inch; 150 pounds manila 3¼-inch; 800 pounds manila 3-inch; 700 pounds manila 4-inch; 150 [pounds] manila 3½-inch; 200 pounds manila 6-thread; 75 pounds manila 12-thread; 100 pounds manila 18-thread; 100 pounds ratlines 18-thread.

Also the following Ordnance [Department] stores: 4 pounds solder; 9 rebound springs for Colt's revolver; 300 sheets emery paper; 6 hacksaw blades; 1 center punch; 12 files; and 3 pounds of borax.

Turned into store the following articles in Equipment Department: 1 set of mast covers; 3 boat covers; 4 boat gripes; 3 hatch hoods; 4 scouse kettles; 1 coffee mill; 4 washboards; 1 slop jar; 3 foot tubs; 1 scales, Fairbanks; 2 pairs hand irons; 2 United States ensigns number 4; 2 United States ensigns number 5; 3 United States ensigns number 10; 1 narrow pennant number 2; 2 narrow pennants number 4; 1 narrow pennants number 5; 1 set signal repeaters.

Crew engaged in rattling down, and reeving off new gear.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from SW to SSE.

Only 7 shipfitters at work on board and no pattern makers, other workmen the same.

At 2 o'clock "Reina Regente" ["Reina Regenta" in log-book] left the Navy Yard.

At 3.30pm U.S.S. "Chicago" came in and moored alongside dock foot of Main Street.

Received in Equipment [Department]: 1 pair binoculars; 1 set red and green lights, steam launch; 3 spare green shades; 4 rolls insulating tape; 1 deep sea lead line and reel; 3 chronometer cases.


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4pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from SSE.

At 4.10pm U.S.S. "Baltimore" came in and moored alongside coal dock.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters, same men absent as in forenoon watch.

Sent liberty party ashore.

J. Morean, Oiler, returned from liberty 4 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and raining, with occasional lightning.

Light airs to gentle breeze from WNW and South.


No observations for compass deviation, ship alongside of monitor.


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24 May 1893

Moored alongside of U.S.S. "Puritan", Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Commenced overcast, clear at close [of watch].

Light airs from WSW first hour, followed by light NW breeze.

D. Gamero, Mess Attendant, returned on board 68 hours over time.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cool.

Moderate breezes, increasing to fresh breezes in squalls from NW.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Gentle to stiff breeze from NW and NNW.

Received 2000 gallons fresh water.

At 9.00am the saluting battery on Cob Dock fired a salute of 11 guns in honor of Captain Sampson, Chief of Bureau of Ordnance.

Delivered to Elijah [Elished in log-book] Packard, Oiler, one bronze Ericsson Medal [Ericson in log-book], presented by the King of Sweden to the crew of U.S.S. "Baltimore" at the time U.S.S. "Baltimore" took Ericsson's remains to Sweden.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absentees: J. Toole, Water Tender, and M.H. Harris, Landsman.

Employed on board: 3 pattern makers; 6 carpenters; 1 coppersmith, 1 helper; 10 machinists; 1 steam fitter, 1 helper; 1 driller; 1 shipfitter and 1 helper.

U.S.S. "Bancroft" came in and secured alongside of U.S.S. "Terror".

Sent to Negus: 2 chronometers, case numbers 1215, Negus, and 425, Bond.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Moderate to gentle breeze from NW.

Employed on board: 2 pattern makers; 5 joiners; 8 shipfitters, in Construction [Department]; and 10 machinists; 1 steam fitter and 1 helper, in Steam Engineering [Department].


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from NW.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, light airs from NW, then calm.

J. Toole, Water Tender, returned on board 85 hours over time.


No observations for compass deviation, ship alongside of monitor.


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25 May 1893

Moored alongside of U.S.S. "Puritan", Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Calm and variable light airs from NNW and SW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm first hour, then light airs from SW to West by South.

Received 68 pounds fresh bread and 70 pounds fresh meat and 85 pounds fresh vegetables.

U.S.S. "Bennington" came into yard and anchored off Ordnance dock, and at 8.00am fired a salute of 11 guns, which was returned by the saluting battery.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant, light airs from SSW to South.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters, M. H. Harris, Landsman, absent from ship without permission.

Sent E.A. Hume, Private U.S. Marine Corps, to United States Hospital with his effects.

U.S.S. "Bennington" moored to Cob Dock at 11.30am.

The following yard workmen were employed on board, namely: 11 machinists, 1 helper; 6 ship joiners; 4 shipfitters; 2 pattern makers; and 2 plumbers.

Lieutenant Purcell returned chronometer which had been loaned for use on board the tug U.S.S. "Nina".


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate squalls from South to SSW.

The following yard workmen were employed on board, namely: 11 machinists and 1 helper; 6 ship joiners; 2 pattern makers; 4 shipfitters; and 2 plumbers.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SSW to West.

The "Giovanni Bausan" was taken out of dry dock and moored to the Ordnance dock.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Bennington" visited this ship.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, fine weather, bright moonlight.

Light breezes and airs from SW to NW and West.


No observations for compass deviation, ship alongside of monitor.


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26 May 1893

Moored to monitor U.S.S. "Puritan", Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light breezes from NW and North.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, threatening rain, light breeze from North to NNE.

At 4.20am started fires under starboard forward boiler.

Received for use of crew: 95½ pounds fresh beef; 85 pounds fresh vegetables; and 68 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy first hour, clear and warm latter part.

Light breeze from ENE to NE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

The following Navy Yard workmen were at work on board during forenoon: 8 machinists, 2 helpers; 9 shipfitters; 6 ship joiners; 2 dynamo machinists; 1 coppersmith, 1 helper; 1 plumber, 1 helper.

Received stores in the Equipment and Construction Departments as follows: 10 pounds white line; 10 yards white muslin; 10 yards linen duck; 4 papers needles; 30 bath bricks; 5 chamois skins; 10 pounds camphor; 20 dozen official envelopes; 2 dozen memorandum books; 4 dozen memorandum pads; 14 dozen lead pencils; 2 dozen lead pencils, red and blue; 300 linen tags; 5 mucilage pots; 5 mucilage brushes; 6 plotting pads; 4 quarts mucilage; 4 gross steel pens; 2 gross elastic loops; 5 boxes paper fasteners; 1 realm Court Martial paper; 100 yards bunting; 2 dozen globes; 2 reams of paper, official, single sheets; 1 ream of official paper, double sheets; 1 ream note paper; 50 sheets wrapping paper; 200 sheets sand paper; 100 sheets of emery paper; 4 dozen drawing pencils; 50 hair brushes; 36 hand brushes; 41 yards canvas cotton number 5; 82 yards cotton canvas number 6; 25½ yards ravens duck; 41 yards flax canvas number 4; 80 yards flax canvas number 3; 40 yards flax canvas number 7; 35 yards canvas flax ravens; 10 pounds twine; 4 papers sail needles; 4 serving boards; 1 side rigging leather; 10 gallons tar; 5 gallons tar oil; 25 pounds tallow; 20 galvanized iron hanks; 20 squilgees and handles; 2 gross safety matches; 1 soup ladle, large; 2 tormentors; 4 cook's knives; 2 chopping knives; 2 tea kettles; 1 coffee mill; 2 waffle irons; 2 cleavers, small; 4 wash bowls; 1 slop jar; 3 foot tubs; 6 deliver plates; 6 sherry glasses; 3 claret glasses; 2 Madeira glasses; 5 tumblers; 1 boatswain's call; 2 pair hand irons; 3 dozen paint brushes; 2 dozen blank keys; 2 dozen blank keys, pad locks; 25 pounds nails, iron, galvanized; 5 pounds boat nails; 16 pounds finishing nails; 2 plasterer's trowels; 4 gross wood screws; 1 dozen gimlet bits; 1 blacksmith's hammer; 1 steel square; 2 dozen files; 15 gallons asphaltum; 5 pounds Chinese vermilion; and 1 harness cask.

Turned into store, in accordance with survey: one harness cask.

Absentees at noon as follows: M.H. Harris, Landsman, W. Edwards, Ordinary Seaman.


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Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and warm.

Light airs from NE to South and SSE.

Crew engaged in tarring down.

Same Navy Yard workmen as before, with 2 plumbers more.

W. Edwards, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board 5 hours over time.

Navigator engaged in testing dynamo.

Shifted fires to boiler C.

At 12.15pm sent chronometer, [number] 1447, Negus, with transporting case to J.D. & T.S. Negus.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy, drizzling rain latter part.

Light breeze from SE.

At 5.15pm mustered at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp, drizzling rain at times.

Light breezes from SE.


No observations for compass deviation, ship alongside of monitor.


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27 May 1893

Moored to monitor U.S.S. "Puritan", Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, raining first half.

Light airs and breezes from NE and ENE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Light breeze from NE.

At 6.30am U.S.S. "Chicago" cast off from main wharf and with assistance of tugs went into dry dock.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, cool and damp, occasional showers.

Light breezes from NE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, following men absent without leave: J. Rice, Master-at-Arms Third-class, M.H. Harris, Landsman, A.S. Williams, Armorer.

Crew engaged in scrubbing paintwork and smoothing off ship's side.

J. Rice, Master-at-Arms Third-class, returned on board ¾ hour over time.

A.S. Williams, Armorer, returned on board 3 hours over time.

J.C. Fiske, Apprentice, returned on board 9 hours over time.

Following Navy Yard workmen employed on board: 8 machinists, 2 helpers; 6 joiners; 1 steam fitter, 1 helper; 2 plumbers; 9 shipfitters, 1 pattern maker.

Received in Equipment Department 1500 gallons fresh water from Navy Yard.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, cool and damp, occasional drizzle.

Light airs and breezes from NE to East by North.

Sent liberty party ashore.

Same workmen as in forenoon, with addition of 1 coppersmith and 1 helper.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, cool and damp.

Light airs from NE first part, then hauling to South.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty.

Light airs from South to West.


No observations for compass deviation, ship alongside of monitor.


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28 May 1893

Moored to monitor U.S.S. "Puritan", Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, light breeze to light airs from NW to SW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp, drizzling rain latter part.

Calm, light airs from SW latter part.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from SW and NW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, absentees: M.H. Harris, Landsman, C. Germundson, Ordinary Seaman, J. Galagher, Oiler, A.E. Lowe, Oiler, and A. Josephs, Coal Passer.

Received 82½ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables.

Placed E. Packard, Oiler, under sentry's charge, he being under the influence of liquor.

A. Josephs had left the ship without permission.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze from NNW and West.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light breeze from NW to North.

Released E. Packard, Oiler, and restored him to duty.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, calm then light airs from NW.


No observations for compass deviation, ship alongside of monitor.


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29 May 1893

Moored to U.S.S. "Puritan" and Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light breeze from North to NNE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and damp.

Light breeze and airs from NNE to East by North.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs from NE, hauling to East latter part.

At 9.40am mustered at quarters, absentees as follows: M.H. Harris, Landsman, O. Germundson, Ordinary Seaman, J. Galagher, Oiler, A.E. Lowe, Oiler, and A. Josephs, Coal Passer.

At 8.45am cast off lines and with assistance of Navy Yard tug shifted berth to Cob Dock.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows: 10 machinists, 2 helpers; 13 shipfitters; 6 joiners; 2 carpenters; 2 dynamo machinists; and 2 plumbers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SE.

14 machinists, 4 helpers, 6 joiners, 4 plumbers, 1 helper, 16 shipfitters, 2 galvanizers, 2 shipwrights on board from the Navy Yard.


4pm to 8pm:

Partially cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breezes from SE and South.

At 5.15pm had evening quarters, same men absent as in forenoon watch.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs from SE.


No observations for compass deviation, ship alongside of monitor.


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30 May 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SSW and SW.


4am to 8am:

Clear, fine weather.

Light airs from SW.

At 6.00am lighted fires in forward two boilers.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department following fresh provisions: 80 pounds fresh beef; 80 pounds fresh vegetables; and 64 pounds of fresh bread.

At 7.50am sent company, in charge of Ensign Jackson, and five marines under 1st Sergeant, ashore to take part in Decoration Day parade.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light Southerly airs.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absentees as follows: M.H. Harris, Landsman, O. Germundson, Ordinary Seaman, J. Galagher, Oiler, A.E. Lowe, Oiler, A. Josephs, Coal Passer, and H.R. Barker, Apprentice Second-class.

U.S.S. "Marblehead" passed up the river in tow.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: M. O'Neil, Coal Passer, not turning out at all hands and failing to turn out when ordered by machinist, 4 days' double irons; J. Halligan, First-class Fireman, T.L. Jones, Second-class Fireman, G.T. Williams, Coal Passer, W. Howlley, Coal Passer, J. Patterson, First-class Fireman, not going to their stations at "turned to", monthly money stopped for 1 month.

O'Neil was accordingly confined in double irons.

At noon the party landed for parade returned to the ship.

H.R. Barker, Second-class Apprentice, returned on board 4 hours over time.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from SSE first hour, shifting to South and blowing in stiff squalls rest of watch.

W.J. Cooney, Seaman, was released from confinement and restored to duty by order of the Commanding Officer, his term of confinement having expired.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, fine weather.

Gentle breeze from South, with stiff squalls.

At 5.15pm mustered at quarters, absentees as before, with exception of Barker.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SE and South.

Moon rose at 8 o'clock.


No observations for compass deviation, ship to close to other ships.


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31 May 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with dim moonlight.

Light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, light airs from South.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from South and SE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, following men absent without leave: O. Germundson, Ordinary Seaman, J. Galagher, Oiler, A.E. Lowe, Oiler, and H.F. Laing, Seaman Apprentice Second-class.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were ordered: William Waite, Second-class Apprentice, insolent to sentry, given extra duty for one week and monthly money stopped for one month; J.E. Cooke, Second-class Apprentice, shirking, extra duty for two days.

At 10.15am U.S.S. "Philadelphia", flying flag of Rear Admiral Gherardi, came in and moored alongside Navy Yard dock.

U.S.S. "Chicago" hauled down blue Rear Admiral's flag and hoisted the red.

At 11.30am Rear Admiral Benham hoisted the red Rear Admiral's flag on U.S.S. "San Francisco" and U.S.S. "Chicago" hoisted a white in place of her red.

U.S.S. "Vermont" saluted the flag of Rear Admiral Benham with 13 guns, which was returned by 13 on U.S.S. "San Francisco".

The following Navy Yard workmen on board: 9 machinists, 2 helpers; 15 shipfitters; 10 joiners, 1 helper; 4 plumbers.

Antone Josephs, Coal Passer, was brought on board by 1st Sergeant of this vessel.

Painting ship outside.

By order of Commanding Officer E. Packard, Oiler, and A. Josephs were put under sentry's charge to await trial by Summary Court Martial.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breezes in squalls from South.

Same Navy Yard workmen as in previous watch.

At 1.00pm Rear Admiral J.G. Walker, after hoisting blue flag in place of white, hauled down his flag and relinquished command.

Sent liberty party ashore.

Received in Equipment Department 1200 gallons fresh water.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from SSE.

At sunset the crew of U.S.S. "Philadelphia" were assembled at quarters, and after a salute of 13 guns, the guard paraded and Rear Admiral Gherardi relinquished command of the Naval Review Fleet.

His flag was hauled down at the last gun of the salute and the red on U.S.S. "San Francisco" was replaced by the blue.

On leaving the ship Rear Admiral Gherardi was cheered by a number of men on the forecastle of U.S.S. "Philadelphia".

A.E. Lowe, Oiler, returned on board 82 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light breeze and airs from SSE.


No observations for compass deviation, ship to close to other ships.


Approved: [signed] Frank Wildes, Commander U.S. Navy Commanding.



LOGS FOR JUNE 1893


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1 June 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear overhead, hazy about land, light NE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp, foggy.

Light airs from East, hauling to ENE last hour.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 62 pounds fresh bread; 78 [pounds] meat; and 78 [pounds] vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from ENE to North.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised divisions, absentees: O. Germundson, Ordinary Seaman, J. Galagher, Oiler, and H.F. Laing, Apprentice.

At 10.00am the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont" hauled down the broad pennant of Commodore Erben and hoisted the flag of Rear Admiral Gherardi, saluting the former with eleven guns, the latter with thirteen guns.

Acting Rear Admiral Erben hoisted his white flag on board U.S.S. "Chicago", and U.S.S. "Vermont" saluted with 13 guns.

U.S.S. "San Francisco" hauled down the blue flag and hoisted the red flag of Rear Admiral Benham.

A Summary Court Martial met on board at 10.05am for the trial of E. Packard, Oiler, and of such other cases as may be legally brought before it.

Having finished the trial of E. Packard, Oiler, and A. Josephs, Coal Passer, the Court adjourned at 11.40am to await the action of the convening authority.

Employed on board in Construction Department: 11 joiners; 4 plumbers; 2 carpenters; 12 shipfitters.

And in Steam Engineering [Department]: 1 steam fitter, 2 helpers; and 4 coppersmiths.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, warm and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze from SE and SSE.

Employed on board in Construction Department: 10 joiners; 4 plumbers; 2 carpenters; 12 shipfitters; and 1 calker.

And in Steam Engineering [Department]: 1 steam fitter; 2 coppersmiths, 4 helpers; 11 machinists.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze and airs from ESE to SE.

Released from confinement M. McGinley, First-class Fireman, his term having expired.

Received in Equipment Department: 3 United States ensigns number 10; 4 coaling bags; 2 binnacle covers; 1 canopy cover; 2 tarpaulins; in Construction Department: 1 catamaran and outfit.

At 5.15pm mustered at quarters, absentees: O. Germundson, Ordinary Seaman, J. Galagher, Oiler, and H.F. Laing, Apprentice.

Transferred to U.S.S. "Constellation" the following men: O. Lee, Seaman; J. Kennedy, Seaman; J. Cosgrove, Ordinary Seaman; S. Simmons, Ordinary Seaman.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, light breeze from SE.


No observations for compass deviation, ship to close to other ships.


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2 June 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy, foggy and cool.

Light air from NE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and damp.

Light airs from NE to East.

Received 62 pounds bread, and 77½ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light airs to light breeze from East.

At 10.00am U.S.S. "Chicago" hauled out of dry dock and moored at foot of Main Street.

She fired a salute of 13 guns, which was returned by U.S.S. "Vermont".

At 11.45am U.S.S. "Dolphin" with the Princess Eulalia on board passed to Eastward.

The ships at the yard manned yards and rail, displayed Spanish ensign at the main, U.S.S. "Baltimore", U.S.S. "San Francisco" and U.S.S. "Vermont" firing a national salute.

The following workmen were employed on board, namely: 11 machinists and 2 helpers; 17 shipfitters; 11 ship joiners; 4 plumbers; 2 ship carpenters; and 1 steam fitter.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

Absentees: O. Germundson, Ordinary Seaman, J. Gallagher, Oiler, and H.F. Laing, Apprentice First-class.

John Gallagher returned on board at 11.40am, 125 hours over time.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy weather, drizzling part of second and third hours.

Rear Admiral Benham paid an official visit to this ship.

The following yard workmen were employed on board, namely: 2 carpenters; 2 plumbers; 1 calker; 11 joiners; 14 machinists; 1 steam fitter and 2 helpers; and 17 shipfitters.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and hazy, light airs from SSE.

O. Germundson, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board 154 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy and drizzling rain first half, foggy latter part half.

Light airs from SSE.


No observations for compass deviation, ship too close to other ships.


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3 June 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and foggy.

Light breeze from NNE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty, light breeze from NE.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm.

Light airs from ENE.

At 10.45am U.S.S. "Philadelphia" cast off from wharf and with assistance of tugs went into dry dock.

We made preparations, and at 11.00am hauled across to main wharf and were nearly secured by noon.

M. O'Neil, Coal Passer, was released from confinement by order of the Commanding. Officer, his term of confinement having expired.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department the following fresh provisions: 59 pounds fresh bread.

Received one lifebuoy which has been repaired.

Following Navy Yard workmen on board: 11 machinists, 2 helpers; 14 shipfitters, 1 helper; 12 joiners; 2 ship carpenters; 2 construction machinists; 4 iron platers, 3 helpers; 4 plumbers; 1 steamfitter.

U.S.S. "Bennington" hauled across to alongside U.S.S. "Terror".

Absentee at noon as follows: H.F. Laing, First-class Apprentice.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and warm.

Light airs from NE to SE.

Finished securing ship.

Same Navy Yard workmen on board.

Received in tanks 1700 gallons fresh water.

M. O'Neil, Coal Passer, was this day discharged from this vessel and the United States Naval Service at his own request.

J. Rice, Ship's Corporal, and W. Edwards, Ordinary Seaman, were this day transferred to the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont".


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and warm.

Light airs from SE.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, damp and foggy.

Light airs from SE.


No observations for compass deviation, ship under large iron derrick.


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4 June 1893

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Fog, with light airs from East.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy.

Calm.

Received in Paymaster's Department following fresh provisions: 73¾ pounds beef; and 73¾ pounds vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, damp and misty, with heavy shower second hour.

Light airs from East and SE.

At 9.40am mustered at quarters, H.F. Laing, First-class Apprentice, and J.J. Dudley, Coal Passer, absent without leave.

Sent church and liberty parties ashore.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially clear and pleasant.

Calm first part, then light airs from South.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm and light airs from SE.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, warm and calm.


No observations for compass deviation, ship under large iron derrick.


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5 June 1893

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear overhead, foggy on river, light airs from SW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Calm.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Calm first hour, afterwards light airs from North and NW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised divisions, absentee C.F. Laing, Apprentice.

Received in Steam Engineering Department the following stores: 12 dust brushes; 12 paint brushes; 50 yards canvas; 6 sash tool brushes; 12 squirt cans; 8 yards wire gauze; 12 thermometers; 25 hand lamps; 24 pounds lamp wicking; 25 pounds of soft solder; 1 bar, round, iron; 18 globe valves; 1 spittoon; 300 pounds cotton waste; 800 pounds yellow ochre; 7 pipe wrenches; 2 straight edges; 2000 pounds white zinc; 2 boxes steel pens; 1 dozen penholders; 20 pounds of washers, iron; 10 pounds iron rivets; 4 pounds sail twine; 1 pound worsted; 1 pound charcoal; 500 pounds blacksmith's coal; 13 lamp hooks; 5 pounds spelter solder; 22 pounds copper bolts, ½ inch; 22 pounds copper bolts, ¾ inch; 22 pounds copper bolts, 1 inch; 31 pounds packing, Tucks, ¾ inch; 7 pounds flax packing; 10 pounds of flax packing; 37 pounds nulcubestos [?]; 4 gallons Japan Drier; 5 pounds sal ammoniac; 1 coppersmith's hammer; 50 note envelopes; 12 sheets plotting paper; 2 screw wrenches; 12 sledge handles; 100 square feet asbestos board; 1 ream [realm in log-book] note paper; 20 pounds sulfur flour; 5 pounds of borax; 12 pounds copper pipe; 84 pounds brass pipe; 2 quires manila paper; 12 rubber erasers; 106 official envelopes; 50 note envelopes; 20 quires log paper; 10 yards tracing cloth; 10 quires emery cloth; 2 axes, handled; 1 belt punch; 5 pounds emery flour; 1 hammer, ball peen.

Received in Equipment Department: 2 binnacle covers; 2 tarpaulins; and 1 hatch hood.

Lieutenant M.E. Hall, U.S. Navy, relieved Lieutenant Conway as Navigator of this ship, and Lieutenant Conway was detached, ordered home and given 3 months' leave of absence.

Employed on board: 13 machinists; 1 steam fitter and 3 helpers in Steam Engineering Department; and 18 shipfitters; 12 joiners; and 2 plumbers in Construction Department.

Received in Ordnance Department: 400 feet of target lumber; and 1 division chest.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and very warm.

U.S.S. "Dolphin" came up to yard and made fast to Ordnance dock and saluted the flag of Rear Admiral Gherardi with 13 guns, which salute was returned by saluting battery on Cob dock.

Employed on board: 13 machinists; 1 steam fitter and 3 helpers in Steam Engineering [Department]; and 18 shipfitters; 12 joiners; and 2 carpenters in Construction [Department].


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4pm to 8pm:

Fair and warm.

Light airs and breeze from South.

At 5.15pm mustered at quarters, absentee H.F. Laing, Apprentice.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and warm.

Calm.


No observations for compass deviation, ship under large iron derrick.


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6 June 1893

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from Westward and Southward.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from SW and SSW.

Received on board ship's galley, with fittings, and landed old galley.

Commander Frank Wildes left this ship on a week's leave.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from SW.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters, absentees H.F. Laing, Apprentice First-class, and L.G. Weisshardt [Wisshardt in log-book], Second-class Apprentice.

The following yard workmen were employed on board, namely: 11 machinists and 2 helpers; 18 shipfitters; 12 ship joiners; 4 iron platers; and 2 steam fitters.

H.F. Laing, Apprentice First-class, returned on board 123½ hours over time.

Received in Equipment Department: 30 packages toilet paper.


Meridian to 4pm:

Commences clear and warm, but light airs from SW, calm and rain third hour, heavy rain squall last hour from SW.

At 12.20pm the three caravels "Santa Maria", "Nina" and "Pinta", in tow of a tug, passed the yard standing to the Eastward.

At 1.20pm U.S.S. "Newark" passed to the Eastward.

She saluted Admiral Gherardi's flag with 13 guns, U.S.S. "Vermont" returned the salute with 7 guns.

The following yard workmen were employed on board, namely: 13 machinists and 4 helpers; 18 shipfitters; 12 ship joiners; and 4 iron platers.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, clearing weather, light breeze from NW.

Received in Equipment (exempted [classes]): 4 portables; and 2 gangway lights.

Received 18 cartridge boxes for Marine Guard.

Turned in the following Marine equipment: 1 full dress coat; 3 undress coats; 29 linen trousers; and 39 cartridge cases.


8pm to midnight:

Misty first hour, clear and warm rest of watch.

Calm.


No observations for compass deviation, ship under large iron derrick.


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7 June 1893

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, light to gentle breeze from NW.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and warm.

Light breeze from NNW.

Received on flywheel for dynamo, which had been sent up in yard for repairs.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absentees as follows: L.G. Weisshardt [Wisshardt in log-book], Second-class Apprentice, A. Arial, Mess Attendant, D. Gamero, Mess Attendant, and Ah Kow, Mess Attendant.

Hoisted out on wharf the intermediate piston of forward engine for repairs.

The sentences of E. Packard, Oiler, and A. Josephs, Coal Passer, tried on board this vessel by Summary Court Martial, were promulgated, the former being confined for fifteen days in double irons, solitary confinement on bread and water, with a full ration every fifth day, the latter for fifteen days, solitary confinement in double irons on bread and water, with a full ration every third day, and to lose all pay that may become due him during the term of confinement, loss of pay being referred to the Secretary of the Navy.

Departmental appointments were delivered to V. Frederickson, Coxswain, R.E.L. Garcin, Yeoman, C.T. Chase, Yeoman, dated June 6th, 1893.

The following Navy Yard workmen were aboard during watch: 12 joiners; 16 shipfitters, 2 helpers; 11 machinists, 2 helpers; 2 iron platers; 1 steam fitter.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and warm.

Light airs from NW.

Same Navy Yard workmen on board.

Delivered acting appointments to the following men: T. Carlson, Sailmaker's Mate; L.R. Roland, Coxswain; A. Olsen, Coxswain; N.C. Gilchrist, Coxswain; A.E. Lowe, Oiler; W. Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman.

Assistant Engineer C.E. Rommel left the ship on five days' leave of absence.

Received the following stores in Ordnance Department: 4 squirt cans, copper; ½ dozen patent blocks; 2 file cleaners; 1 screw gauge; 1 countersink; 2 files, flat, smooth, 14 inches; 2 files, flat, smooth, 4 inches; 2 files, half round, smooth, 4 inches; 2 files, half round, 16 inches; 1 brass cleaning rod for rifle; 1 brass rod for headless shell extractor; 1 screwdriver for Colt's revolver; 4 magazine hoses; 3 pounds gutta-percha; 1 gallon sperm oil; 200 packages Tripoli polishing powder; 3 gallons Japan gold size; 3 gallons damar varnish; 250 tins Tripoli cleaning paste; 6 sheets blotting paper; 1 gross stub pens; 1 quart black ink; 1 quart mucilage; 1 dozen memorandum pads; 1 dozen red and blue pencils; 50 steel screws for 6-inch breech loading rifle; 20 cutlass scabbards; 30 pounds potash; 2 gallons Japan Drier.


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4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and warm.

Light airs from NW.

At 5.15pm mustered at quarters, same absentees.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW, hauling to Northward and Westward latter part.

The following men had a bottle of liquor in their possession in starboard gangway and appeared to be under the influence of liquor: D. Bolger; A. McLean; B. Olsen; A. Garren.

They were placed under sentry's charge in single irons for safe keeping.


No observations for compass deviation, ship under large iron derrick.


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8 June 1893

Moored to wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, calm, with occasional light airs from NE.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light airs from NE.

D. Gamero, Mess Attendant, and A. Arial, Mess Attendant, returned on board 26 hours over time.

Received in Paymaster's Department the following fresh provisions: 68¾ pounds fresh beef; 58 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SE and East.

At 9.30am mustered and exercised at quarters, then drilled infantry and artillery companies as infantry.

L. Weisshardt, Second-class Apprentice, and Ah Kau, Mess Attendant, absent without leave.

Received in Equipment Department, exempted [classes]: 1 chronometer, Negus, number 1195, with box and transporting case; also 72 gauze wire brushes for dynamo.

By order of Commanding Officer B. Olson, Seaman, H. Garren, Seaman, D. Bolger, Blacksmith, and A. McLean, Seaman, were placed in double irons for five days, for having liquor in their possession and being under influence of liquor on the evening of the 7th of this month.

Received in Equipment [Department] 1800 gallons fresh water.


Meridian to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from South.

Received a draft of Marines from barracks as follows: William P. Thomas, Sergeant; William N. Stevens, Corporal; J. Krogh, Corporal; J. Brennan; Thomas. J. Dowling; Charles F. Hall; H.R. Horton; Harry Herbert; B.J. Lynch; Charles D. Lehmkuhl; James G. O'Conner; John Peterson; R.J. Ryan; John Rennie; J.H. Roulston; J.F. Sprague; and William Sharp; and transferred the entire guard of this vessel, consisting of following men, to barracks of this yard with bags, hammocks and transfer papers: J. Meiberg, 1st Sergeant; F. Moore, Corporal; John Murray, Corporal; E.W. Meigs; D. Bradley; J.P. Kelly; H. Watson; R. Lee; P. Bruck; J. Brophy; E. Sherry; J.J. Mahoney; J. Rushlow; J.H. Cole.

Received in Equipment Department following stores: 52 pounds 6-thread manila; 250 [pounds] 2½-thread manila; 300 pounds 2¾-thread manila; 150 [pounds] 3¼-thread manila; 4 boat gripes.

And in Construction Department: 5000 pounds white zinc; 1000 pounds white lead; 500 pounds red lead; 100 [pounds] chrome yellow; 200 pounds brown zinc; 100 pounds paste dryer; 25 pounds rubber gaskets; 8 cork fenders; 30 gallons linseed oil.

Sent chronometer case and transporting case, number 2827, Bliss, to John Bliss and Company, New York.

Sent liberty party ashore.

At 5.15pm mustered at evening quarters.

L. Weisshardt, Second-class Apprentice, absent without leave, Ah Kau, having been declared a deserter by order of Commanding Officer.


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6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from South.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and warm, with light airs from South.


No observations for compass deviation, ship under large iron derrick.


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9 June 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant first half, overcast, cloudy and misty latter part.

Light airs from West to calm.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Calm.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm.

Light airs from South to SE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, absentees L. Weisshardt, Apprentice, and J. Sullivan, Coal Passer.

Shifted moorings to Cob Dock.

Received three old fashioned anchors, numbered 1131, 1265, and 1650, and sent ashore to Navy Yard two Martin bow anchors and one old fashioned sheet anchor.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and warm.

Light breeze from SSE.

Transferred to U.S.S. "Chicago", with bag and hammock, O. Olson, Seaman, by order of Bureau of Navigation.

U.S.S. "Philadelphia" came out of dry dock and secured alongside of coal dock.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, warm and pleasant.

Light breeze and airs from SSE.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, light airs from SW to West.


No observations for compass deviation, ship too close to other ships.


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10 June 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, fine weather.

Light airs from SW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW to West.

J. Sullivan, Coal Passer, returned on board 27 hours over time.

Received 71¼ each fresh beef and vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Gentle breeze from West.

Received from Ordnance Department: 2 6-pounder recoil mounts, numbers 110 and 101; and turned old ones into store.

The following yard workmen were employed on board, namely: 7 machinists; 1 steam fitter; 16 shipfitters; 12 joiners; 2 plumbers; and 3 carpenters.

The transport U.S.S. "Fern" came in and made fast to dock.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Gentle breeze from WSW.

The following workmen were employed on board, namely: 12 joiners; 8 machinists; 1 steam fitter and 3 helpers; and 16 shipfitters.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, warm, light breeze to light airs from WSW.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy first part, clearing later, warm.

Light airs from WSW.


No observations for compass deviation, ship too close to other ships.


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11 June 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW and WSW.

Moon rose at 2.15am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Light airs to light breeze from WSW to SW.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from South.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew, absentees as follows: L.G. Weisshardt, Second-class Apprentice, H.R. Barker, Third-class Apprentice, and J. Washington, Ordinary Seaman.

O. Strommer, Chief Quartermaster, was found to be absent from ship without permission.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and hot.

Light and occasional moderate breeze from SSW.

Near and of watch a large fire broke out in lower part of New York.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair and hot.

Variable light airs to gentle breezes from SSW to SW.


8pm to midnight:

Partially clear first hour, followed by passing showers, then clearing at times.

Light airs from SW first part, then variable, coming out latter part from NE.

J. Washington, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board 14 hours over time.


No observations for compass deviation, ship too close to other ships.


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12 June 1893

At Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Fair and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from NNE to NW.


4am to 8am:

Clear, fine weather.

Light to gentle breeze from NW, to light breeze from NE.


8am to meridian:

Partially cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light breezes from NE and ENE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and drilled gun divisions at infantry.

Following men absent without leave: L.G. Weisshardt, Second-class Apprentice, H.R. Barker, Third-class Apprentice, O. Strommer, Quartermaster First-class, E. Brennan, Boiler Maker, M. Davinney, Boatswain's Mate First-class, M. McGinley, First-class Fireman, J. Kempter, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, and J. Dweyer, Master-at-Arms First-class.

At 8.15am U.S.S. "Bancroft" went into dry dock.

Following Navy Yard workmen on board: 9 machinists; 9 riveters; 12 joiners; 4 tinsmiths; 1 steam fitter; 1 driller; 1 chipper, 3 helpers; 12 shipfitters.

At 9.40am J. Dweyer, Master-at-Arms First-class, returned on board.

U.S.S. "Bennington" shifted her berth to the one alongside U.S.S. "Terror".

Sent old condenser tube sheet ashore.

Passed Assistant Engineer J.M. Pickerell [Pickerel in log-book] reported on board for duty, relieving Assistant Engineer C.E. Rommel, who was detached on reporting of his relief and ordered to U.S.S. "San Francisco".


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from NE.

Same Navy Yard workmen as in forenoon watch.

At 2.15pm U.S.S. "Dolphin" shifted her moorings and made fast astern of this vessel.

Sent liberty party ashore.

Sent whaleboat, first and second cutters to boat house.

Received on board from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont", Ah Shing, Mess Attendant, with transfer papers.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from NE.

At 5.15pm mustered at quarters.

Same absentees as forenoon, except J. Dweyer, Master-at-Arms First-class.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from NE.

M. McGinley, First-class Fireman, returned on board 13 hours over time.

Lieutenant M.E. Hall left the ship on duty for Washington D.C.


No observations for compass deviation, ship too close to other ships.


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13 June 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Commenced clear, clouding over second hour.

Gentle to light NE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp, misting at times.

Light airs and breezes from NE to East.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and damp.

Light to gentle breeze from NE.

At 10.00am inspected at quarters, absentees: L.G. Weisshardt, Apprentice, H.R. Barker, Apprentice, O. Strommer, Quartermaster, E. Brennan, Boiler Maker, M. Davinney, Boatswain's Mate, and J.J. Holden, Oiler.

Received 51 pounds fresh bread and 63½ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables.

Released D. Bolger, Blacksmith, Alex McLean, Seaman, J. Garren, Seaman, and B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, their term of confinement having expired.

O. Strommer, Quartermaster, returned on board and was put under sentry's charge for safe keeping.

Employed on board: 4 painters; 12 shipfitters; 8 machinists; 9 riveters; 12 joiners; 4 tinsmiths; 1 steam fitter; 1 driller; 1 chipper and 3 helpers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and damp.

Light breeze from NE.

Employed on board: 4 painters; 12 shipfitters; 7 machinists; 9 riveters; 12 joiners; 4 tinsmiths; 1 steam fitter; 1 driller; 1 chipper and 1 helper.

The Brazilian Rear Admiral visited the yard and was saluted with 13 guns by U.S.S. "Vermont".


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, damp and warm.

Light airs and breeze from NE.

At 5.15pm inspected at quarters, absentees: L. Weisshardt, Apprentice, H.R. Barker, Apprentice, E. Brennan, Boiler Maker, M. Davinney, Boatswain's Mate, and J.J. Holden, Oiler.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty.

Light NE breeze.

The Commanding Officer returned from leave.


No observations for compass deviation, ship too close to other ships.


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14 June 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and misty.

Light breeze from NE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and damp.

Light breeze from NE.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, clearing last hour.

Light breeze to light airs from NE.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

After setting up drill the 2nd and 3rd Divisions were exercised as infantry.

Absentees: L.G. Weisshardt, Second-class Apprentice, H.R. Barker, Third-class Apprentice,, E. Brennan, Boiler Maker, M. Davinney, Boatswain's Mate First-class, J.J. Holden, Dynamo Oiler, and J.J. Dudley, Coal Passer, who left the ship without permission.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were assigned, namely: E. Hannis, Captain of Hold, money stopped one month, for fighting; J.J. Patterson, First-class Fireman, five days' double irons on bread and water, for having to be repeatedly told to come to work, and performing same in a slovenly manner; O. Strommer, Quartermaster First-class, disrated to Seaman, for leaving ship without permission; and G. Lane, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, liberty and monthly money stopped for 2 months, for being under the influence of liquor on board ship.

The following yard workmen were employed on board, namely: 6 machinists and 1 helper; 2 ship carpenters; 4 painters; 5 riveters; 1 chipper; 2 shipfitters and 2 helpers; 1 driller.

L.G. Weisshardt, Second-class Apprentice, returned at 11.30am, 207½ hours over time.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm, light breeze first half from NE, light airs from NNE at close [of watch].

M. Davinney, Boatswain's Mate First-class, returned on board at 3.30pm, 56 hours over time.

The following yard workmen were employed on board, namely: 6 machinists, 1 helper; 2 ship carpenters; 4 painters; 5 riveters; 1 chipper; 2 shipfitters and 2 helpers; and 1 driller.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and warm.

Light breeze from NE first half of watch, then light airs from SE.

At 5.15pm had evening quarters and setting up drill.

Absentees: H.R. Barker, Third-class Apprentice, E. Brennan, Boiler Maker, J.J. Holden, Dynamo Oiler, and J.J. Dudley, Coal Passer.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and foggy.

Calm and light airs from SE.


No observations for compass deviation, ship too close to other ships.


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15 June 1893

[Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York]

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy and cool, calm.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy.

Calm to light airs from West.

Received in Paymaster's Department the following fresh provisions: 65 pounds beef; 65 pounds vegetables; and 62 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, foggy and warm.

Light airs from West to SE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, exercised divisions at setting up, and 1st and 3rd [Divisions] and Marines at small arms.

Absentees as follows: H.R. Barker, Third-class Apprentice, J.J. Holden, Oiler, and J.J. Dudley, Coal Passer.

The following Navy Yard workmen were on board during watch: 2 plumbers; 3 electricians; 7 shipfitters; 3 painters; 12 joiners; 4 machinists, 1 helper.

Received in Ordnance Department the following stores: 75 pounds of cotton waste; 2 quires of crocus cloth; and 6 memorandum books, indexed.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and warm.

Gentle to light breeze from SSE.

Same Navy Yard workmen on board.

Received in Equipment Department the following articles: 3 peak spans; 6 cups and saucers, breakfast; 5 cups and saucers, tea; 12 cups and saucers, dinner; 1 meat dish, 18 inches; 2 meat dishes, 12 inches; 2 meat dishes, 10 inches; 14 plates, breakfast; 8 plates, dessert; 2 plates, soup.

Turned into store in Equipment Department the following stores: 6 cups and saucers, breakfast; 5 cups and saucers, tea; 12 cups and saucers dinner; 8 dessert plates; 2 soup plates, 5 dinner plates.

Rove off new peak spans, and put in new armature for dynamo, just received.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair and warm.

Light breeze from SSE.

At 5.15pm mustered at quarters and held setting up drill.

Absentees as before.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs from SSE.


No observations for compass deviation, ship too close to other ships.


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16 June 1893

At Navy Yard, New York, moored to Cob Dock

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and damp.

Light airs from ESE and East.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and misty, foggy first hour.

Light breeze from NE to light and gentle breeze from East.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool, with occasional drizzling rain.

Light breezes from East and ENE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, following men absent without leave: H.R. Barker, Third-class Apprentice, J.J. Holden, Dynamo Oiler, J.J. Dudley, Coal Passer, and J. Lundequist, Quartermaster Second-class.

Exercised 1st and 2nd Divisions and Marine Guard in infantry.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 54 pounds of bread.

Following Navy Yard workmen on board: 12 joiners; 2 plumbers; 2 iron workers; 2 carpenters; 4 machinists, 1 helper; 2 tin workers.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 855 pounds of sugar; 500 pounds of pork; 200 pounds of coffee; 46 pounds of tea; and 400 pounds of tobacco.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs and breezes from NE.

Same workmen on board as in previous watch.

Passed Assistant Paymaster J.R. Martin left the ship on three days' leave.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle breezes from East and ENE.

U.S.S. "Miantonomoh" passed up East River, about 4.30pm, firing a salute of 13 guns as she passed, the salute was returned by U.S.S. "Vermont" with 7 guns.

A scow brought in a ten-inch breech loading rifle and landed it near U.S.S. "Maine".

At 5.15pm mustered at quarters and set up divisions, same absentees as in forenoon.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, damp and chilly.

Moderate to gentle breeze from ENE.

J. Lundequist, Quartermaster, returned 13 hours over time.


No observations for compass deviation, ship too close to other ships.


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17 June 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and rainy, light breeze from ENE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp, raining first hour.

Light to gentle breezes from ENE.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and misty, drizzling second hour.

Gentle breeze from NE.

At 11.30am the United States flagship U.S.S. "Chicago" cast off from dock and steamed to the Westward.

The following yard workmen were employed on board, namely: 4 machinists and 4 helpers; 5 painters; 9 joiners; 2 plumbers; 2 iron workers; 2 carpenters; and 2 tinsmiths.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, with occasional passing showers, light NE breeze.

By order of the Commanding Officer C. Stacey, Second-class Fireman, and W. Howlly, Coal Passer, were placed in double irons for two days, for fighting.

The following workmen were employed on board, namely: 4 machinists and 1 helper; 2 plumbers; 9 joiners; 5 painters; 2 iron workers; 2 tin workers; and 2 ship carpenters.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Gentle breeze from NE to NE by North.

At 5.30pm the "Viking" ["Vicking" in log-book], escorted by U.S.S. "Miantonomoh", passed the Navy Yard to the Westward.

Chief Engineer A.B. Bates left the ship on leave of absence till the 26th instant.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy and squally, with light rain last hour.

Gentle breeze from NE by North, with frequent moderate stiff squalls.


No observations for compass deviation, ship too close to other ships.


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18 June 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp first part, then clearing.

Gentle to light breezes from NE to North.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from NW by North.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light, occasionally increasing to stiff, breezes from NNE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew.

Afterwards held general muster.

Absentees as follows: H.R. Barker, Third-class Apprentice, J.J. Holden, Dynamo Oiler, J.J. Dudley, Coal Passer, and J.M. Garbrey, Jack of the Dust.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and hot.

Gentle breeze from NNE to North, with frequent stiff squalls.

At 1.15pm lit fires under boiler D.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Gentle to light breeze from North.

Connected up boiler D, and allowed fires under boiler B to die out.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm.


No observations for compass deviation, ship too close to other ships.


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19 June 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Calm to light airs from NNE.


8am to meridian:

Clear and hot.

Light airs from NE by North.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and instructed and stationed divisions at fire quarters.

Absentees: H.R. Barker, Third-class Apprentice, J.J. Dudley, Coal Passer, J.M. Garbrey, Jack of the Dust, and J.H. O'Conner, Ordinary Seaman.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows: 4 machinists; 1 shipfitters; 5 painters; 2 ship carpenters; 4 electricians; 1 driller.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and hot.

Light airs from WNW to light breeze from SW.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows: 4 machinists; 1 shipfitter; 5 painters; 2 ship carpenters; 4 electricians; 1 driller.

U.S.S. "Vesuvius" came up to the yard, anchored and fired a salute of 13 guns, which was returned by the yard battery with 7 guns.

Lieutenant D. Kennedy was this day detached from this vessel and ordered to duty at the Torpedo Station, New Port, Rhode Island.

He was relieved by Lieutenant G. Blocklinger, who was detached from U.S.S. "Baltimore" and this day reported for duty aboard this vessel as Executive Officer.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and hot.

Light breeze from SW to light airs from SSW.

U.S.S. "San Francisco" hauled over to the foot of Main Street.

C. Stacey, First-class Fireman, and W. Howlley, Coal Passer, were released from confinement by order of the Commanding Officer, their term of confinement having expired.

At 5.15pm mustered at quarters, absentees as follows: H.R. Barker, Third-class Apprentice, J.J. Holden, Dynamo Oiler, J.J. Dudley, Coal Passer, J.M. Garbrey, Jack of the Dust, and J.H. O'Conner, Ordinary Seaman.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, warm, light airs from SW.


No observations for compass deviation, ship too close to other ships.


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20 June 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from WSW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and hot.

Light airs from WNW.

H.R. Barker, Third-class Apprentice, returned on board 240 hours over time.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 60 pounds of fresh bread; 70 pounds of meat; and 70 pounds of vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm, light breeze from NW to NNW.

Assistant Engineer Albert Moritz reported on board as the relief of Assistant Engineer C.H. Hayes.

Lieutenant W.A. Gill reported for duty as Watch and Division Officer.

At 9.30am inspected and mustered crew at quarters, had setting up drill, also divisional drills.

Absentees: J.J. Holden, Dynamo Oiler, J.J. Dudley, Coal Passer, J.M. Garbrey, Jack of the Dust, and J.H. O'Conner [O'Conners in log-book], Ordinary Seaman.

The last named returned on board at 11.30am, 27½ hours over time.

The following yard workmen were employed on board: 4 machinists; 9 joiners; 2 tinsmiths; 2 plumbers; 2 painters; and 1 pipefitter.

Engaged overhauling chain.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm, light airs from NW by North.

At 1.30pm U.S.S. "Philadelphia" left the yard for the Pacific Station, all ships at the yard cheered her.

The Italian Admiral visited the yard, on his departure he was saluted with 13 guns by U.S.S. "Vermont".

Engaged overhauling chains, and painting cofferdams and chain lockers.

The following workmen were employed on board, namely: 4 machinists; 9 joiners; 2 tinsmiths; 2 plumbers; 2 carpenters; 2 painters; and 1 pipefitter.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from SSW to South.

Absentees at evening quarters: J.J. Holden, Dynamo Oiler, J.J. Dudley, Coal Passer, and J.M. Garbrey, Jack of the Dust.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and hot.

Calm to light airs from SW.


No observations for compass deviation, ship too close to other ships.


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21 June 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and hot, clouding over last hour.

Light airs from SW.

J.J. Holden, Oiler, returned on board 192 hours over time.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, light airs to light breeze from West to NE.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Calm and variable light airs.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absentees as follows: J. Dudley, Coal Passer, J.M. Garbrey, Jack of the Dust, J. Halighan, First-class Fireman, and J. Galagher, Oiler.

Engaged overhauling chains, chain lockers and drum rooms, and coating latter with cork paint.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows: 2 carpenters; 5 painters; 2 tinsmiths; 4 machinists; 7 plumbers; 9 joiners; 1 pipefitter, 1 helper.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and hot.

Light airs from WNW, to light breeze from WSW last hour.

Same Navy Yard workmen on board, same work going on.

Received in Equipment Department, exempted classes, the following stores: 900 16-candle-power lamps, Edison system, 70 Volt; and 50 32-candle-power lamps, Edison system, 70 Volt.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair and warm, with light rain last hour.

Light airs from SW to SE and NW.

At 5.15pm mustered at quarters, absentees as before.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy, with occasional light showers first part, then clearing, occasionally moonlight.

Calm, with occasional light variable airs.


No observations for compass deviation, ship too close to other ships.


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22 June 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, damp and sultry, with occasional rain.

Light airs from SW first half, afterwards calm, with occasional NE airs.

J. Halligan, First-class Fireman, returned 17 hours over time.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy.

Light airs to breeze from NE.

Received in Paymaster's Department the following fresh provisions: 67½ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables; and 54 pounds of bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs from East and NE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absentees as follows: J.J. Dudley, Coal Passer, J.M. Garbrey, Jack of the Dust, and J. Gallagher, Oiler.

By order of Commanding Officer A. Josephs, Coal Passer, and E. Packard, Oiler, were released from confinement, their terms of confinement having expired.

Following workmen on board: 5 machinists; 7 joiners; 6 painters; 2 plumbers; 2 electricians; 1 shipfitter, 1 helper; 5 carpenters.

At 9.30am shifted to berth at end of Cob Dock, near U.S.S. "Vermont".

U.S.S. "San Francisco" shifted to coal dock.

The new tube sheet for condenser was received on board.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle to moderate breezes from NE.

At 3.30pm U.S.S. "Maine" was taken out of dry dock by yard tugs and secured at foot of Main Street.

Same workmen on board as in forenoon.

Ensign J.H. Reid left the ship on a week's leave.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle breezes from NE and ENE.

At 5.15pm mustered at evening quarters, same absentees as in forenoon.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cool, with occasional passing showers.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NE.


No observations for compass deviation, ship too close to other ships.


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23 June 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cool.

Moderate squalls from NE to NNE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cool, raining latter part.

Light breezes from NE and NNE.

Breaking out hold.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and damp, with occasional rain.

Light to gentle breeze from North by East.

Employed on board: 4 plumbers; 2 varnishers; 6 joiners; 7 machinists; 2 electricians; 1 ship carpenter, 2 helpers.

Ensign H.A. Field reported for duty as Watch and Division Officer.

Broke out, inspected and painted fore hold.

Absentees: J.J. Dudley, Coal Passer, J.M. Garbrey, Jack of the Dust, and J. Gallagher, Oiler.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and damp.

Gentle breeze from North.

Transferred to U.S.S. "San Francisco", with bag and hammock: Roland W. Bell, Coal Passer.

Put George Lane, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, in confinement for safe keeping, he being under the influence of liquor.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle to light breeze from North to NE.

At 5.15pm mustered at quarters, absentees: J.J. Dudley, Coal Passer, J.M. Garbrey, Jack of the Dust, J. Galagher, Oiler, and J.F. Sprague, Private Marine.

Employed on board: 4 painters; 2 varnishers; 6 joiners; 7 machinists; 2 electricians; 1 ship carpenters and 2 helpers.

J.M. Garbrey, Jack of the Dust, returned on board 131 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Gentle breeze from NNE, moderate squalls last hour.

J. Gallagher, Oiler, returned on board 86½ hours over time.


No observations for compass deviation, ship too close to other ships.


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24 June 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cold.

Light to gentle breeze from NE.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze and airs from NE and North.

Aired bedding.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant, light breeze from North to NNE.

Engaged restowing hold and breaking out and painting lucky bag.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Monongahela" visited the ship.

By order of Commanding Officer George Lane, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, was placed in solitary confinement on bread and water for 5 days, for being under the influence of liquor on board ship.

The following yard workmen were employed on board, namely: 7 joiners; 6 painters; 4 shipwrights; 2 electricians; 4 engineer machinists; 2 plumbers; 5 machinists; and 2 ordnance machinists.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NNW.

The following workmen were employed on board, namely: 5 machinists and 1 helper; 1 plumber; 5 painters; 7 joiners; 3 electricians; 1 iron plater and 1 helper; and 3 ordnance machinists.

The training ship U.S.S. "Monongahela" was placed in stone dry dock.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NWW, hauling to South by End of watch.

M. Foley, First-class Fireman, returned on board drunk and noisy, he was placed under sentry's charge for safe keeping.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SSE to SE.

M. Foley, First-class Fireman, was released from confinement under sentry's charge by order of the Commanding Officer.


No observations for compass deviation, ship too close to other ships.


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25 June 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Bright starlight.

Light breeze and airs from NW and North.

Heavy dew.

Lieutenant M.E. Hall returned aboard from absence on temporary duty at the Navy Department.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and hazy, light airs from NE.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Light breeze from NE to NNE.

At 9.40am Commanding Officer inspected the crew at quarters.

Received on board for ship's use: 68¾ pounds fresh beef; and 68¾ pounds fresh vegetables.

J.F. Sprague, Private Marine, absent without authority.

At 10.30am sent party to attend divine service on U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont".


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from ESE to SE.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SSE to SE by South.

At 5.15pm served out clean hammocks.

Surgeon George H. Harmon left the ship on leave of absence for two days.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, bright star and moonlight, obscured at intervals.

Light breezes from SSE to ESE.


No observations for compass deviation, ship too close to other ships.


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26 June 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, raining last hour, light breeze from ESE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and raining.

Light to gentle breeze from SE.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and raining during watch.

Gentle to light breezes from East.

Barometer steady.

No quarters on account of weather.

Crew engaged scrubbing inside paintwork, preparatory to painting on spar deck.

6 machinists, 5 joiners, 4 painters, 3 electricians, 2 plumbers, 2 shipfitters with 2 helpers, and 1 machinist's helper from Navy Yard force at work on board.

Received from the United States flagship U.S.S. "San Francisco" one hack chronometer, Negus, number 1801.

Chief Engineer A.B. Bates returned on board from leave of absence.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and raining.

Light to moderate breezes from East.

Barometer steady.

Same Navy Yard force at work on board as during forenoon.

Ensign R.H. Jackson returned aboard from leave of absence.

The United States flagship U.S.S. "San Francisco" left coal dock at 4.00pm and stood down the river.

Cleaning out cofferdams around forward fireroom trunk.

Expended 1 hammock, blew overboard from girtlines and sunk.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and raining, partly clearing latter part.

Gentle to light breezes from ENE.

At 5.15pm mustered at quarters.

Absent without leave: J. Allen, Seaman, W.P. Munger, Second-class Apprentice, and J.F. Sprague, Private Marine.

At 6.40pm U.S.S. "Vesuvius" came in and made fast to coal dock wharf.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp, drizzling rain first part.

Light to gentle breezes from ENE.

At 9.00pm U.S.S. "Vesuvius" left dock and stood up North River.


No observations for compass deviation, ship too close to other ships.


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27 June 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and damp.

Light breeze and airs from ENE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty, with light drizzling rain.

Light airs from ENE.

Received on board in Department of Supplies and Accounts the following fresh provisions: 67½ pounds fresh beef; and 67½ pounds vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Damp and raw weather, raining at times.

Light to gentle breezes from ENE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, J.F. Sprague, Private Marine, J. Allen, Seaman, and W.P. Munger, First-class Apprentice, absent without leave.

Two plumbers, 6 electricians, 1 iron worker, 6 machinists, 1 helper, 3 painters, 5 joiners, 1 shipfitters, 1 helper at work on board.

Breaking out port cofferdams.


Meridian to 4pm:

Raining first hour, then clearing for a short time to Southward.

Light airs from ENE, shifting to SE.

At 1.30pm Italian war ships "Etna" and "G[iovanni] Bausan" passed up East River.

Scrubbed ship outside.

Same Navy Yard workmen as in forenoon.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Calm first part, then light airs and breezes from NE.

At 5.15pm mustered at quarters, same absentees as in forenoon.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, damp and cool.

Light airs from NE.


No observations for compass deviation, cloudy weather.


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28 June 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool, light airs from East.


4am to 8am:

Partially cloudy and cool.

Light to gentle breezes from NE.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, cool and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from NE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, absentees: J.F. Sprague, Private Marine, J. Allen, Seaman, and W.P. Munger, Apprentice.

Employed on board: 7 electricians; 5 joiners; 6 machinists; 2 plumbers; 2 painters; 2 shipfitters; 2 sheet iron workers; and 4 ship carpenters.

Painting ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, cool and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from NE by East to South by East.

Employed on board: 4 electricians; 5 joiners; 6 machinists; 2 plumbers [mentioned twice in log-book]; 2 painters; 1 shipfitter; 2 sheet iron workers; and 4 ship carpenters.

Transferred to General Storekeeper, Navy Yard, New York: 6 jack knives; 144 papers of needles; 38 blue rating badges; 93 white rating badges; 90 petty officer's white shirts; 50 petty officer's white coats; 42 petty officer's white trousers; and 80 pounds tobacco.

U.S.S. "Bancroft" came out of dry dock and secured to Cob Dock, ahead of this ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light airs from SSE to South.

At 5.15pm mustered at quarters, absentees: W.P. Munger, Apprentice, John Allen, Seaman, and J.F. Sprague, Private Marine.

Painting ship.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW and SSW.


No observations for compass deviation, ship too close to other ships.


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29 June 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from West by South.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from NW.

Received 65 pounds each fresh beef and vegetables, and 52 pounds bread.

J. Allen, Seaman, returned 52 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant, light breeze from NW to WNW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

J.F. Sprague, Private Marine, absent without leave.

Engaged painting ship inside and touching up waterline outside.

The following yard workmen were employed on board, namely: 5 joiners; 6 machinists and 2 helpers; 1 steam fitter; 3 electricians; and 1 painter.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, light breeze from West to SSW.

G. Lane, Gunner's Mate Third-class, was released from confinement by order of Commanding Officer, his term having expired.

Transferred to U.S.S. "Bancroft" with their effects: H.H. Walker, Machinist, L.R. Boland, Coxswain, and J. Allen, Seaman.

The following yard workmen were employed on board, namely: 1 painter; 6 machinists and 2 helpers; 1 steam fitter; 3 electricians; 5 joiners.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, light to gentle breeze from SSW.

J.F. Sprague, Private Marine, absent [at] evening quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from Westward.


No observations for compass deviation, ship too close to other ships.


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30 June 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Light breezes from WSW.

Daybreak at 3.30am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, light breeze from WSW to NW.

Ensign J.H. Reid returned from leave.

Received in Paymaster's Department for the use of crew: 66¼ pounds fresh beef; 66¼ pounds vegetables; and 46 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from NNW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, J.F. Sprague, Private Marine, absent without leave.

Engaged breaking out all storerooms.

Permanent Board of Inspection of Hull engaged in inspecting ship.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: fifteen thousand (15,000) dollars.

Passed Assistant Paymaster J.R. Martin left the ship on one week's leave.

The following yard workmen engaged on board: 5 machinists, 1 helper; 1 driller in Engineer's Department; and 5 joiners; 2 carpenters; 1 painter; 1 plumber in Construction Department; and 5 electricians in Equipment Department.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from Westward first three hours, and ENE last hour.

Permanent Board on Inspection of Hull engaged in inspection of ship.

The following yard workmen engaged on board, in Engineer's Department: 5 machinists, 1 helper; and 1 driller.

In Construction Department: 5 joiners; 2 carpenters; 1 plumber; 1 painter.

In Equipment Department: 5 electricians.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from NNE first hour and SSW last hour.

Engaged part of watch in restowing stores.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light variable airs.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright star and moonlight.

Calm.

Full moon rose at 9.20pm.


No observations for compass deviation, ship too close to other ships.


Approved: [signed] Frank Wildes, Commander U.S. Navy Commanding.


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LOG BOOK – JULY 1st 1893 TO DECEMBER 31st 1893


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Received February 12, 1894


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LOG BOOK

of the

U.S.S. "Yorktown"

Third Rate,

of Six 6-inch Guns,


Commanded By

Commander P.F. Harrington, U.S. Navy,

Attached to Pacific Squadron,

Commencing July 1st, 1893,

at Navy Yard, New York,

and ending December 31st, 1893,

at Callao, Peru.


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List of Officers


Attached to and on board of the U.S.S. "Yorktown", 3rd Rate, commanded by Commander P.F. Harrington, U.S. Navy, during the period covered by this Log-Book, from July 1st, 1893, to December 31st, 1893.


Name

Rank

Frank Wildes

Commander

G. Blocklinger

Lieutenant

M.E. Hall

Lieutenant

B.A. Fiske

Lieutenant

C.J. Boush

Lieutenant

W.A. Gill

Lieutenant Junior Grade

H.A. Field

Ensign

J.H. Reid

Ensign

R.H. Jackson

Ensign

William G. Cutler

Lieutenant

P.F. Harrington

Commander

H.F. Fickbohm

Lieutenant

A.B. Speyers

Lieutenant

A.B. Bates

Chief Engineer

J.M. Pickerell

Assistant Engineer

A. Moritz

Assistant Engineer

George H. Harmon

Surgeon

J.R. Martin

Passed Assistant Paymaster

G.H. Grendle

Paymaster's Clerk


Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] H.F. Fickbohm, 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 Commander P.F. Harrington, U.S. Navy, during the period covered by this Log-Book, from July 1st, 1893, to December 31st, 1893.


Name

Rank

Time of Occurrence, and Particulars

J.H. Reid

Ensign

Detached July 10, 1893

B.A. Fiske

Lieutenant

Detached July 14, 1893

Frank Wildes

Commander

Detached July 17, 1893

M.E. Hall

Lieutenant

Detached July 18, 1893

G. Blocklinger

Lieutenant

Detached July 19, 1893


Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] H.F. Fickbohm, 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


Chief Boatswain's Mate

1


Boatswain's Mate, First-class

1


Chief Gunner's Mate

1


Chief Quartermaster

1


Quartermasters

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 Corporal

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


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

142 [144 in log-book]


Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] H.F. Fickbohm, 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

Cabin




Aneroid Barometer

U.S. Navy


Under poop on cabin bulkhead

May 31st, 1893

Naval Observatory, Navy Yard, New York

.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





Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] H.F. Fickbohm, 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

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







35.7 pounds







42.6 pounds

Shrapnel

100 pounds







47.3 pounds

Armour piercing

100 pounds







48.1 pounds



Secondary


Number of Guns

Caliber

Mark

Description

Cartridge

Projectiles

Carriages

Powder

Weight

Kind

Weight

Two

6-pounder

Rapid Fire Hotchkiss






Two

3-pounder

Rapid Fire Hotchkiss






One

1-pounder

Rapid Fire Hotchkiss






Two

37 mm

Hotchkiss Revolving Cannon






Two

Gatling

Guns, model 1880







Boat armament


Sailing Launch: One 1-pounder Rapid Fire Hotchkiss.

First Cutter: One Gatling gun, model 1880.


Small arms


100 Lee Remington magazine rifles.

114 Colt's Direct Action revolvers.

21 Cutlasses


Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] H.F. Fickbohm, Lieutenant, Navigator


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Tables of Deviation of the Standard Compass Number 491 on board the U.S.S. "Yorktown".


Date

April 5th, 1893

January 11th, 1894

April 5th, 1893

Place of Observation

At sea

Callao Bay, Peru

At sea

Latitude

36°58'30" N

12°00'00" S

36°58'30" N

Longitude

76°00'00" W

77°14'00" W

76°00'00" W

Observed Variation

3°48' West

9°14' East

3°48' West

Ship's Head by Compass

Deviation

Deviation

Deviation

North

0°24' E

0°01' E

0°21' E

North by East


0°48' W

0°00'

NNE

0°04' W

1°37' W

0°20' W

NE by North


2°12' W

0°50' W

NE

0°53' W

2°46' W

1°10' W

NE by East


3°09' W

1°10' W

ENE

2°27' W

3°32' W

1°20' W

East by North


3°46' W

1°20' W

East

0°48' W

3°59' W

1°30' W

East by South


4°00' W

1°40' W

ESE


4°01' W

1°40' W

SE by East


3°38' W

1°40' W

SE


3°14' W

1°40' W

SE by South


2°40' W

1°30' W

SSE


2°05' W

1°20' W

South by East


1°17' W

1°20' W

South

1°32' W

0°28' W

1°20' W

South by West


0°28' E

0°40' W

SSW

-

1°24' E

0°00'

SW by South


2°09' E

1°00' E

SW

1°02' E

2°54' E

1°10' E

SW by West


3°30' E

1°15' E

WSW

0°17' E

4°06' E

1°30' E

West by South


4°18' E

1°30' E

West

1°01' E

4°30' E

1°30' E

West by North


4°16' E

1°30' E

WNW

1°17' E

4°02' E

1°25' E

NW by West


3°04' E

1°25' E

NW

1°18' E

2°06' E

1°20' E

NW by North


1°53' E

1°00' E

NNW

1°10' E

1°40' E

0°50' E

North by West


0°50' E

0°40' E


Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] H.F. Fickbohm, Lieutenant, Navigator



LOGS FOR JULY 1893


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1 July 1893

Moored to the Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, fine weather, with light mist around horizon, brilliant moonlight.

Calms and light airs from NE.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather, light fog about the horizon.

Light airs from SSW first part and NE last part.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light airs from NE, shifting to SW.

The following Navy Yard workmen at work on board: 1 steamfitter, with two helpers; 4 plumbers; 4 joiners; 5 electricians; 2 ship's carpenters; 1 shipfitter; and 1 painter.

U.S.S. "Maine's" engines were in operation during greater part of watch.

Sent the apprentices of this vessel on board U.S.S. "Monongahela" to witness the presentation of the "Bailey Medal" to apprentice Whitehead of the United States training ship U.S.S. "Monongahela".


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Light airs from SW and South.

Lieutenant W.A. Gill left the vessel on 4 days' leave.

Sent liberty and baseball parties ashore.

The same Navy Yard mechanics at work on board as during forenoon.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from South.

At 5.15pm mustered at quarters.

Absent without leave: J.F. Sprague, Private Marine.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, fine weather.

Light airs from South.


No observations for compass error, too near other ships.


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2 July 1893

Moored to the Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light airs and breezes from WSW.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather, hazy.

Calm.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 64 pounds fresh bread; 66½ pounds vegetables; rejected 66¼ pounds fresh beef, not suitable size pieces.


8am to meridian:

Fair and warm.

Light airs from WNW to light breeze from WSW and SW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.

Absentee as follows: J.F. Sprague, Private Marine.

After quarters marched to muster and published orders relating to observance of July 4th and read Articles for the Government of the Navy.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from SW to SSE.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from South.

The "Falcon" with Arctic Expedition passed up the river.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from South.

Moon rose at 10.00pm.


No observations for compass error, too near other ships.


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3 July 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Misty and pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from South.


4am to 8am:

Fair and pleasant, hazy.

Calm to light airs from ENE and East.


8am to meridian:

Partially clear and pleasant, light fog first hour, light airs and breezes from ESE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, B.J. Lynch, Private Marine, and J. Sloane, First-class Fireman, absent without leave.

A. Arial, Mess Attendant, who was also absent, came on board at 10.00am, 2½ hours over time.

By order of the Commanding Officer J.F. Sprague, Private Marine, was declared a deserter from June 23, 1893.

Board on Hull inspected under firerooms, and two store rooms, finishing the inspection of the ship.

Broke out stores over protective deck, and red-leaded part of deck.

Following Navy Yard workmen on board: 4 machinists; 3 electricians, 2 helpers; 5 joiners; 1 steam fitter; 1 painter.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 70 pounds of fresh meat.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW to SE.

Painting protective deck.

Sent liberty party ashore.

Workmen same as in forenoon, less one joiner.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant till last hour, then cloudy, with rain latter part.

Rove off dressing lines.

J.B. Lynch, Private Marine, and J. Sloane, First-class Fireman, absent at evening quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Calm and overcast, with occasional thunder and lightning, rain latter half, with light airs and breeze from West.


No observations for compass error, too close to other ships.


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4 July 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, light breeze from SW first hour, hauling to NW by end of watch.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, light breezes from NW.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 51 pounds fresh bread; 75 pounds of meat; and 75 pounds of vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from NNW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, absentees: B.J. Lynch, Private Marine, J. Sloane, First-class Fireman, J. Dowling, Private Marine, and D. Gamero, Mess Attendant.

At noon the ships in commission at Navy Yard fired salutes of 21 guns.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NNW.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from NNW.

By order of the Commanding Officer J.F. Sprague, Private Marine, was declared a deserter from June 23, 1893.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from NNW.

Lieutenant Gill returned from leave.


No observations for compass deviation, too close to other ships.


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5 July 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs from SSW to WSW.


4am to 8am:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light airs from SSW and South.

D. Gamero, Mess Attendant, returned 24 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, light breeze from South to SSE.

Absentees: J.F. Sloane, First-class Fireman, W.E. Gilchrist, Coxswain, G. Williams, Coal Passer, E.P. Weber, Landsman, Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant, William Waite, Apprentice Second-class, and J.A. Anderson, Apprentice Second-class.

The following yard workmen were employed on board, namely: 4 machinists; 2 steam fitters and 1 helper; 2 painters; 5 joiners; 1 electrician; 1 coppersmith and 1 helper; and 2 plumbers.

The Permanent Board for the Inspection of Hull inspected the pumping system of the ship.

William Waite, Apprentice Second-class, returned 4½ hours over time.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from South.

Workmen from yard same as in forenoon.

U.S.S. "Dolphin" was placed in the timber dry dock.

E.P. Weber, Landsman, returned 6 hours over time.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle breeze from South.

The following named men were absent at evening quarters: J. Sloane, First-class Fireman, W.E. Gilchrist, Coxswain, G.F. Williams, Coal Passer, Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant, and C.D. Carl, Apprentice Second-class.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy weather, thunder showers during first two hours, the wind shifting from SSW to Northward, lightning last two hours.

Clear and pleasant at end of watch.


No observations for compass deviation, too close to other ships.


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6 July 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright starlight and moonlight.

Calm to light airs from WSW.

Heavy dew, misty around horizon.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, light airs to light breezes from WSW to West.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NNW.

Received on board for ship's use: 61¼ pounds fresh beef; 61¼ pounds vegetables; and 40 pounds bread.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

The following men absent without leave: J. Sloane, First-class Fireman, W. Gilchrist, Coxswain, and C.D. Carl, Apprentice Second-class.

Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant, returned 25 hours over time.

At 9.45am commenced turning over engines, and stopped at 10.00am.

Tried ventilator engine.

Drilled Marine Guard on dock.

The following yard workmen engaged on board: 2 machinists; 1 steam fitter, 1 helper; 2 plumbers; 6 joiners; 3 electricians.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from WNW.

Received on board a draft of 15 men, with bags and hammocks and necessary papers, from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont": N. Anderson, Seaman; H. Forsdale, Seaman; C. Olsen, Seaman; J.B. Bird, Ordinary Seaman; R.B. Richardson, Ordinary Seaman; S.B. Howley, Landsman; E.R. Peacock, Landsman; F. Jones, Shipwright; C. Nelson, Machinist; F. Dalton, Second-class Fireman; J.F.R. Boken, Second-class Fireman; P. Shmitt, Coal Passer; George Bendy, Coal Passer; C.H. Smyth, Coal Passer; H. Casey, First-class Fireman.

P. Joyce, Oiler, and M. Gleason, Boiler Maker, were placed in confinement under sentry's charge for safe keeping, for being drunk on board ship.

Received on board a box of charts for Pacific Station, also a catalog.

The following yard workmen engaged on board: 2 machinists; 6 joiners; 3 electricians; 2 plumbers; 1 steam fitter, 1 helper.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from NW.

At 5.15pm mustered at quarters, absentees without permission: J. Sloane, First-class Fireman, W. Gilchrist, Coxswain, C.D. Carl, Apprentice Second-class, F.J. Horn, Mess Attendant, and E. Donaldson, Coal Passer.

Received in Engineer's Department: 501 gallons of lubricating oil; and 100 gallons of cylinder oil.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, bright starlight latter part.

Light airs and breezes from NW to North.


No observations for compass deviations, too close to other ships.


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7 July 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant first part, clouding latter part.

Light breeze to light airs from North.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs from NE.

P. Joyce, Oiler, and M. Gleason, Boiler Maker, were released from confinement under sentry's charge, by order of the Commanding Officer.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 87½ [pounds] fresh beef; 87½ [pounds] vegetables; and 75 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light airs and breezes from NE and SSE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Absent without leave: J. Sloane, First-class Fireman, W. Gilchrist, Coxswain, C.D. Carl, Apprentice Second-class, E. Donaldson, Coal Passer, F.J. Horn, Mess Attendant, M. Doran, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, T. Ahearn, First-class Fireman, R. Klotz, Ordinary Seaman, H. Lamparter, Coal Passer, and Ah Sing, Mess Attendant.

The following Navy Yard workmen at work on board: 2 machinists; 7 joiners; 4 electricians.

Paraded Marine Guard to Rear Admiral B. Gherardi as he left the yard in tug.

Passed Assistant Paymaster J.R. Martin, returned on board from leave of absence.

Crew painting berth deck and overhauling ventilator opening from nettings.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from SSE and South.

The following Navy Yard mechanics were at work on board: 7 joiners; 3 electricians; 2 plumbers; 1 coppersmith, with 1 helper.

Painting on berth deck and quarter deck.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from South.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters, absentees same as at forenoon, excepting J. Sloane, First-class Fireman, who returned on board 106 hours over time.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: M. Foley, First-class Fireman, drunk from baseball party, reduced to 3rd [conduct] class and monthly money stopped two months; Patrick Joyce [Joice in log-book], Oiler, drunk on duty, to lose one month's monthly money; F. Rushman, Oiler, failing to obey order of machinist promptly, 5 days' solitary confinement on bread and water.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light breeze from South.


No observations for compass deviations, too close to other ships.


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8 July 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Generally clear and pleasant.

Moon rose at 12.10am.

Light airs from SW.


4am to 8am:

Generally pleasant, heavy rain squalls from 6.00am to 6.30am.

Light airs from SSW.

Scrubbed locker bags.

Arthur Arial, Mess Attendant, returned on board 11½ hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Fair and warm.

Light airs to light breeze from SW.

Surgeon G.E.H. Harmon left the ship on five days' leave.

U.S.S. "Vesuvius" came down the river and anchored off U.S.S. "Vermont".

The following Navy Yard workmen were at work on board during forenoon: 7 joiners; 4 plumbers; 6 electricians; 2 shipfitters, 2 helpers.

Received on board in Construction Department: four bureaus for wardroom.

W.C. Gilchrist, Coxswain, returned on board 76 hours over time.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and hot.

Light breeze from SSE.

Sent gig and dinghy up in yard for repairs.

Sent A. Josephs, Coal Passer, J.F. Ashton, Water Tender, and J. Toole, Water Tender, to the United States Naval Hospital.

Received from U.S.S. "Baltimore" one man, with bag and hammock: W.B. Reeves, Seaman.

Same Navy Yard workmen on board, excepting 3 plumbers.

U.S.S. "Dolphin" came out of dry dock.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair and warm, first half squally and rainy, with lightning last half.

Light breeze from South by East first half, shifting to gentle breeze with stiff squalls from West and NW and then to East.

T. Ahearn, First-class Fireman, returned on board 33 hours over time and H. Lamparter, Coal Passer, returned on board 35 hours over time.

At 5.15pm went to quarters, absentees as follows: C.D. Carl, Apprentice Second-class, E. Donaldson, Coal Passer, M. Doran, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, Ah Sing, Wardroom Cook, F.J. Horn, Mess Attendant, and William Cox, Coal Passer.

Shifted fixed ammunition from forward to after room.

U.S.S. "Vesuvius" went alongside the Ordnance wharf.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with light rain first part, clearing last hour.

Light airs and breezes from SW.

F.J. Horn, Mess Attendant, returned on board 60 hours over time.


No observations for compass deviations, too close to other ships.


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9 July 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Fair and pleasant.

Light breeze from West and NW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from NW to gentle breeze from NW by North.

Received in Paymaster's Department fresh provisions as follows: 77½ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 62 pounds of bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate to gentle breezes from NW and NNW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew.

C.D. Carl, Apprentice Second-class, E. Donaldson, Coal Passer, M. Doran, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, Ah Sing, Wardroom Cook, and William Cox, Coal Passer, absent without leave.

Sent church party to U.S.S. "Vermont", and a liberty party ashore.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light to moderate breezes from NW.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light to gentle breezes from NNW and NW.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from NNW and NW.


No observations for compass deviations, too near to other ships.


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10 July 1893

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

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from North.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from North and NNE.

M. Doran, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, returned on board 88 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Fair and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from North and NNE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, absentees: C.D. Carl, Apprentice, E. Donaldson, Coal Passer, Ah Sing, Wardroom Cook, William Cox, Private Marine, and R.E.L. Garcine, Yeoman.

Cast off from Cob Dock and went into dry dock in tow of Navy Yard tug.

Employed on board: 4 painters; 7 joiners; 4 shipfitters, 4 helpers; 3 plumbers; 2 electricians; and 2 cement workers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and warm.

Gentle to light breeze from NNW to NW.

Received from U.S.S. "Baltimore", with bag and hammock, Charles Tame, Second-class Fireman, transferred to this ship by authority of Bureau of Navigation.

R.E.L. Garcine, Yeoman, returned on board 6 hours over time.

Employed on board: 4 painters; 7 joiners; 11 shipfitters; 3 plumbers; 7 electricians; and 3 cement workers.

Received: 25 pounds sal ammoniac; 25 zinc electrodes; ½ pound of 1 Ampere fuze wire; 2 electric call bells; 300 feet bell wire; 3 navigator's lamps; and 1 gauge glass for oil filter.

The ship's bottom was found covered with a soft slime, which was easily taken off with brushes, except a somewhat hard black deposit, that seemed like coal tar which was found deposited on the upper surfaces of the bilge kelsons.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from NW first hour, afterwards calm.

At 5.15pm mustered at quarters, absentees: C.D. Carl, Apprentice, E. Donaldson, Coal Passer, and William Cox, Private Marine.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, light breeze from NNW.

D. Gamero and Arthur Arial (Mess Attendants) were absent by having left the ship without permission.

M. Foley, First-class Fireman, was placed under sentry's charge for safe keeping, he being under the influence of liquor.


No observations for compass deviation, too close to iron derrick.


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11 July 1893

In dry dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from NNW.

At 3.45am D. Gamero, Mess Attendant, and Arthur Arial, Mess Attendant, returned to ship, having been absent without authority.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm first hour, afterwards light airs from West and NNW.

Received 48¾ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables, and 63 pounds of bread.

Removed magnets from compasses to take magnetic dock observations.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant, light airs to light breeze from NNW to West.

George L. Kerr, Seaman, reported on board from the training station, with bag and hammock.

At 9.30am inspected and mustered crew at quarters, absentees: C.D. Carl, Apprentice Second-class, E. Donaldson, Coal Passer, William Cox, Private Marine, H.C. Lamparter, Coal Passer, and G.F. Williams, Coal Passer.

The following yard workmen were employed on board: 7 joiners; 11 electricians; 10 shipfitters; 4 painters; 2 machinists.

The following stores in Construction and Repair [Department] were received on board: 18 oars; 350 pounds Fibball's [earlier spelled as Fiball and Fibbal] cement; 63 pounds brass wire; 12 pair hinges, assorted; 4 dozen locks, assorted; 4 dozen brass knobs; 25 pounds cork, ground; 1 ratchet number 4; 2 dozen wall brushes; ½ dozen varnish brushes.

Also the following Equipment [Department] stores: 8 hair pillows; 15 mattress and covers; 5 soap dishes; 15 gallons lard oil; 20 gallons lubricating oil; 15 gallons of cylinder oil; 100 pounds cotton waste.

The following [stores] were turned into store in Construction and Repair [Department]: 6 bureaus.

And in Equipment Department: 15 mattresses; 21 mattress covers; 4 cabin curtains; 7 wardroom curtains; 1 signal yard.

M. Foley, First-class Fireman, was released from confinement under sentry's charge, he being sober.

By order of the Commanding Officer, M. Conway, Seaman Gunner, was placed under sentry's charge, he being under the influence of liquor on board ship.

The following punishments were awarded by the Commanding Officer: G.J. Tripp and H. Hill, Coal Passers, not reporting for duty, money stopped one month; A. Arial, Mess Attendant, and D. Gamero, Mess Attendant, absent from ship without permission, single irons from 8.00pm to 6.00am while in dry dock; M. Foley, First-class Fireman, drunk on duty, two days' double irons.

The Permanent Hull Board inspected the ship's bottom, which was also inspected by a Board of Officers from the yard, Commander H. Elmer senior member.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NW by North to West.

M. Conway, Seaman Gunner, was by order of the Commanding Officer released from sentry's charge, and F.H. Rushman, Oiler, from confinement.

Transferred to the receiving ship U.S.S. "Vermont" the following men, with their effects:


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Meridian to 4pm (Continued):

J.T. Ashton, Water Tender; T. Ahearn, First-class Fireman; E. Brennan, Boiler Maker; T. Buckley, First-class Fireman; J. Brown, Landsman; C. Connelly, Second-class Fireman; M. Conway, Seaman Gunner; M. Clancey, First-class Fireman; J. Droger, Chief Master-at-Arms; J. Dalzell, Ordinary Seaman; N.J. Feiser, Boatswain's Mate Second-class; J. Fagan, Second-class Fireman; S.L. Fleisher, Second-class Fireman; J. Gallagher, Oiler; C. Griffin, Oiler; W.E. Gilchrist, Coxswain; J. Hallighan, First-class Fireman; J.J. Holden, Dynamo Oiler; J.J. Hutchings, Machinist; W.W. Hall, Bayman; T.L. Jones, Second-class Fireman; P. Joyce, Oiler; A. Josephs, Coal Passer; J. Kempter, Boatswain's Mate Second-class; E. Kielgast, Oiler; R. Klotz, Ordinary Seaman; M.J. Lynch, Gunner's Mate Third-class; C. Lutonacker, Coxswain; A.E. Lowe, Dynamo Oiler; Alex McLean, Seaman; M. McGinley, First-class Fireman; E. Packard, Dynamo Oiler; F.H. Rushman, Oiler; C. Stacey, Second-class Fireman; J.M. Sjoholm, Quartermaster Third-class; C. Smith, Ordinary Seaman; J. Tool, Water Tender; G.F. Williams, Coal Passer.

And the following named men were received from U.S.S. "Vermont", with their effects and papers: F. Higgins, Seaman; Larry [Lary in log-book] Young, Seaman; J.E. Robinson, Seaman; C.E. Peterson, Seaman; Steven Jorna, Seaman; J. Tillander, Seaman; Hugh Boyd, Seaman; J. Murphy, Seaman; P.J. Kane, Seaman; John Martinsson, Seaman; W. Forrest, Seaman; Charles E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman; Edward P. Hennessey, Landsman; Henry J. Gibbons, Landsman; Joseph N. Bucker, Landsman; James Lynch, First-class Fireman; William Cochrane, First-class Fireman; Charles Kelly, First-class Fireman; Valentine Blanchard, First-class Fireman; A.M. Wilkinson, First-class Fireman; Gus Green, First-class Fireman; Joseph L. Whitaker, First-class Fireman; Charles E. Sandrowsky, First-class Fireman; Joseph Sterling, First-class Fireman; George P. Jordan, First-class Fireman; Charles R. Lane, First-class Fireman; James Francis, Blacksmith; C. Toderesco, Second-class Fireman; L. Peters, Second-class Fireman; William Smythy, Second-class Fireman; N. McIntyre, Second-class Fireman;


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F.J. Clark, Second-class Fireman; Charles Hudson, Coal Passer; P. Quirk, Coal Passer.

George Lane, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, was placed in confinement for safe keeping, he being under the influence of liquor and noisy.

The yard workmen employed on board same as in forenoon.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SSW to SW by South.

At 5.30 U.S.S. "Dolphin" left the yard.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SW.


No observations for compass deviation, too near to iron derrick.


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12 July 1893

In Simpson dry dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather, bright starlight first part, cloudy latter part of watch.

Light airs and breezes from SW to West.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, gentle to light breeze from West.

George Lane, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, released [from confinement], he being sober.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absentees: C.D. Carl, Apprentice Second-class, E. Donaldson, Coal Passer, William Cox, Private Marine, and A.R. Peacock, Landsman.

The following yard workmen engaged at work on board: 6 plumbers; 13 electricians; 10 shipfitters and helpers; 5 joiners; 23 painters; 1 laborer, 1 boy.

The work of painting ship's bottom in progress.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from West to WSW.

Received on board stores in Equipment Department as follows: 4 squirt cans; 48 tins of putz pomade; 48 packages Tripoli polishing powder; and 4 chamois skins.

J. Sullivan, Coal Passer, and S.H. Smyth [Smythe in log-book], Coal Passer, were placed under sentry's charge, for being drunk on board ship, by order of the Commanding Officer.

The following yard workmen engaged on work on board ship: 13 electricians; 6 plumbers; 10 shipfitters and helpers; 5 joiners; 1 laborer, 1 boy; and 23 painters.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from WSW first hour and from South remainder of watch.

Received on board stores in Engineer's Department as follows: 1 gauge glass cutter; 24 gauge glasses; 2 aneroid barometers; 1 blacksmith's forge; 6 sets steam launch grate bars; 50 yards cotton webbing; 24 panes glass; 14 globe lanterns; 24 globes; 24 diaphragms; 20 pounds Tucks packing; 23 pounds Valcabestoes [?] packing; 50 pounds usudurian packing; 225 rubber gaskets; 100 pounds Grady's scouree; 25 petcocks; 12 oil cups, brass; 29 feet brass pipe; 24 water gauge glasses; 48 lead pencils; 6 sheets drawing paper; 2 blank books; 1 gross gum loops; 2 carmine ink; 1 pint mucilage; 10 gross letter paper; 1 gross soapstone pencils; 160 address tags; 1 letter book; 12 steel wedges; 6 hack saw blades; 11 drift pins; 4 screw clamps; 8 devil's claws; 6 slice bars; 3 hose cleaning boilers; 34 corn brooms; 24 scrub brushes; 20 pounds Clarline [?]; 6 angle valves; 12 armoirs, brass; 2 quarts ink; 12 screw wrenches; 2 boxes copper rivets; 1 barrel asbestos cement; 1 barrel fire clay.

At 5.15pm mustered at quarters, absentees without permission: C.D. Carl, Apprentice Second-class, E. Donaldson, Coal Passer, William Cox, Private Marine, A.R. Peacock, Landsman, and J. Murphy, Seaman.


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8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light airs to gentle breezes from SSW to SW.

Occasional lightning to Westward and Eastward.

One master mechanic and 2 shipfitters at work on hull repairs until 9.45pm.

E. Donaldson, Coal Passer, returned aboard 181¾ hours over time.


No observations for compass deviation, too near to iron derrick.


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13 July 1893

In Simpson dry dock, and moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Generally clear and pleasant, passing showers last hour, lightning to Northward.

Light to moderate breezes from SW.

George Lane, Seaman, drunk on board ship, J. Sloane, First-class Fireman, drunk on watch in fireroom and J.F. Bowen, Second-class Fireman, dead drunk on the deck, were all placed under sentry's charge for safe keeping.


4am to 8am [pm in log-book]:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather, several very light passing showers during first hour.

Light airs from SW by West to West by South.

Placed B. Lynch, Private Marine, under sentry's charge, for being drunk on board ship, by order of the Commanding Officer.

J. Murray, Coal Passer, returned at 4.35am, having been absent from the ship without authority, and P. Quirk absent without leave.

A.R. Peacock, Landsman, returned aboard 24 hours over time.

Received in Department of Purchasing and Contracting: 78¾ pounds fresh beef; 78¾ pounds vegetables; and 63 pounds bread.


8am [pm in log-book] to meridian:

Clear, hot weather.

Light to gentle breeze from West by South.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absent without leave: C.D. Carl, Apprentice Second-class, William Cox, Private Marine, and P. Quirk, Coal Passer.

By order of the Commanding Officer M. Foley, First-class Fireman, was released from confinement, and the following punishments were awarded: H.C. Lamparter, Coal Passer, absent from ship without permission, 5 days' bread and water; J. Sullivan, Coal Passer, shirking duty, 2 days' bread and water; same drunk on duty, 5 days' bread and water; William Smythy, Coal Passer, drunk on duty, 5 days' bread and water; J. Lynch, First-class Fireman, drunk on board ship, reduced to 4th [conduct] class and money stopped one month; G. Lane, Seaman, drunk on duty, 4 days' double irons.

Received in Engineer's Department the following stores: 2 brass spittoons; 40 thumb tacks; 50 lamp taps; 2 lamp hooks; 18 pump plungers; 29½ pounds sheet gum; 21 pounds flax packing, square; 31 pounds flax packing, broaded [sic]; 20 pounds asbestos packing; 6 firing tools, prickers; 4 travelers ash hoists; 63 files, assorted; 1 keel condenser; 1 set spare parts; 12 fuller [?] brushes; 22¾ [pounds] sheet copper; 76 pounds rubber sheet; 400 pounds red lead; 50 pounds concentrated lye; 25 gallons turpentine; 100 pounds of animal charcoal; 10 gallons paraffin varnish; 25 pounds black paint; 24 hard rubber valves, 6¼ inch; 8 Jenkins valves, 1½ inch x ⅜ inch; 32 Jenkins valves, 3½ inch x ⅝ inch; 16 Jenkins valves, 4½ inch; 6 globe valves, 1 inch; 100 rubber grommets; 15 fathoms manila rope; ½ set piston springs; 1 hose reducer; 30 pounds gum sheet; 15 feet rubber tubing; 62 feet gum sheet, 1/16 inch and 3/16 inch; 30 pounds potash, 25 gallons linseed boiled oil; 1 gallons glycerin; 40 pounds plumbago; 5 gallons Damar varnish; 10 pounds ultramarine blue; 2 gallons sugar lead drier; 2 gallons hard oil finish; 50 pounds tallow; 5 pounds white chalk; 300 pounds sal soda; (Continued).


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8am [pm in log-book] to meridian (Continued):

25 bilge pump valves; 12 bushings; 24 valves, hard rubber, 8½ inch.

At 10.05am U.S.S. "Bancroft" left the Navy Yard and U.S.S. "Miantonomoh" passed up the East River.

At 11.50am began flooding dry dock.

The following Navy Yard mechanics were at work on board: 14 electricians; 16 shipfitters; 5 joiners; 4 plumbers; 3 painters; 1 machinist.

Ensign J.H. Reid left the ship, he having been detached on the 12th of this month.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and hot.

Gentle breezes from NW and NNW.

Heavy showers during second hour.

At 1.18pm the ship floated in dry dock.

At 1.40pm called all hands unmoor ship, hauled out of dock and made fast to coal dock.

Same number of yard mechanics on board as during forenoon.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from ENE and SSE.

At 5.15pm mustered at quarters, absent without leave: C.D. Carl, Apprentice Second-class, William Cox, Private Marine, M. Gleason, Boiler Maker, the latter having left ship without permission.


8pm to midnight:

Clouding over first part, with lightning from Southward at intervals remainder of watch.

Light airs from SSE first hour, wind then shifted SW by West till latter part of watch, when it came out in gentle breezes from SE.

J. Murphy, Seaman, absent without leave.


No observations for compass deviation, too near to iron derrick.


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14 July 1893

Moored to Cob Dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle breeze from ENE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle to light breezes from ENE.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts the following fresh provisions: 65 pounds of bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breezes from NE, hauling to SSE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

C.D. Carl, Apprentice Second-class, William Cox, Private Marine, P. Quirk, Coal Passer, J. Murphy, Seaman, C.J. Hyde, Seaman, S.C. McQuay, Landsman, M. Gleason, Boiler Maker, and F.S. Kirk, Apprentice First-class, absent without leave.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: J. Sloane, First-class Fireman, and J.F. Bowen, Second-class Fireman, reduced to 4th [conduct] class and money stopped for three months, for being drunk on duty; William Howlly, Coal Passer, drunk on board ship, 5 days' double irons on bread and water; C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, slow obeying orders of petty officer, one day double irons.

Lieutenant William G. Cutler reported on board as the relief of Lieutenant B.A. Fisk.

13 electricians, 5 joiners, 5 painters, 12 shipfitters from Navy Yard at work on board.

Replaced magnets in bridge, standard and steering compasses.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from SW by South to SE by South.

Crew engaged in getting stores on board.

Stores received in Paymaster's Department as follows: 1600 pounds biscuit; 1400 pounds salt pork; 191 gallons beans; 200 pounds rice; 200 pounds apples; 493½ [pounds] butter; 448 pounds tomatoes; 512 pounds vegetables; 384 pounds fruit; 384 pounds canned mutton; 384 pounds corned beef; 408 [pounds] brawn; 384 pounds canned ham; 382 pounds bacon; 432 [pounds] sausage; 1000 pounds coffee; 219 pounds tea; 3259 pounds sugar; 456 [pounds] pickles; 60 gallons syrup; 59 gallons vinegar; 354 yards cloth; 94 yards flannel; 50 pairs of shoes; 200 pair socks; 5 mattresses; 100 cloth caps; 2400 pounds tobacco; 3750 [pounds] saltwater soap; 50 wisp brooms; 60 [pounds] blacking.

Let go starboard and port bower anchors, and catted them.

The starboard anchor worked very unsatisfactorily, banging under fore foot of vessel each time.

John W. Lynch, First-class Fireman, received on board from U.S.S. "St. Louis" and J. Murnane, Gunner's Mate Second-class, from U.S.S. "Cushing", their bag, hammock and papers have not arrived.

Lieutenant B.A. Fiske detached on reporting of his relief and ordered to U.S.S. "San Francisco".


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breezes from SE by South and SSE.

E. Hannis, Captain of Hold, disrated by Commanding Officer from Captain of Hold to Seaman.


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8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, light airs from South.

Lieutenant W.G. Cutler left the ship on 4 days' leave of absence.


No observations for compass deviation, too close to U.S.S. "Maine".


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15 July 1893

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant beginning of watch, clouding over at end of watch.

Light airs from South by West to South.


4am to 8am:

Partially cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs from SE and South.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 81½ pounds fresh beef; and same amount of vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm, light breeze from South to SSE.

The following men were absent: C.D. Carl, Apprentice Second-class, William Cox, Private Marine, P. Quirk, Coal Passer, J. Murphy, Seaman, S. McQuay, Landsman, M. Gleason, Boiler Maker, and F.S. Kirk, Apprentice First-class.

U.S.S. "Bancroft" came in from the Eastward and made fast to the Cob Dock.

The following workmen employed on board, namely: 5 joiners; 12 electricians; 6 shipfitters; and 2 painters.

Received in Equipment [Department]: 15 fathoms bower chain.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and warm, gentle breeze from South.

The following workmen were employed on board, namely: 5 joiners; 12 electricians; 13 shipfitters; and 2 painters.

William S. Street, Machinist, was received on board from U.S.S. "Baltimore".

By order of Commanding Officer released C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, his term of confinement having expired.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy.

Gentle breeze from South to South by West.

Got starboard anchor on the bow and let it go, then weighed it.

F.S. Kirk, Apprentice First-class, returned on board [left blank] hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SSW.

Tried the searchlights.


No observations for compass deviation, too close to U.S.S. "Maine".


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16 July 1893

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, raining during greater part of watch, with thunder and lightning.

Light breezes and airs from WSW to SW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, clouding over last part of watch.

Light breeze from SW by West.

Received in Paymaster's Department for use of crew: 81½ pounds fresh beef; 81½ pounds vegetables; and 55 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from West to WSW.

At 9.30am the Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew at quarters, then had general muster.

Absentees without permission: C.D. Carl, Apprentice Second-class, William Cox, Private Marine, P. Quirk, Coal Passer, J. Murphy, Seaman, S.C. McQuay, Landsman, M. Gleason, Boiler Maker, R. Williams, Seaman, W. Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman, Ah Sing, Mess Attendant, and H. Boyd, Seaman.

H. Boyd, Seaman, returned to ship 218 hours over time.


Meridian to 4pm:

Warm, sultry weather, passing rain shower during second hour.

Light breeze from NW by West, shifting to West and then to SW.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, warm and sultry weather.

Light airs and breezes from SW.

R. Williams, Seaman, returned 12 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Bright starlight, warm and muggy weather.

Calm to light airs from SW.

By order of the Commanding Officer William Forrest, Seaman, was placed under sentry's charge for safe keeping, and G.J. Tripp, Coal Passer, was confined in double irons for safe keeping, he being drunk and disorderly; H.C. Lamparter, Coal Passer, J. Sullivan, Coal Passer, William Smythy, Coal Passer, were put under sentry's charge outside of the brig.


No observations for compass deviation, too close to U.S.S. "Maine".


Approved: [signed] Frank Wildes, Commander U.S. Navy Commanding.


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17 July 1893

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and warm, light low lying mist.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Warm and sultry weather.

Calm.

Released from confinement under sentry's charge G.J. Tripp, Coal Passer, and William Forrest, Seaman, both by order of Commanding Officer.

The following men returned to ship: A. Carlson, Carpenter's Mate, 12 hours over time; S.C. McQuay, Landsman, 71½ hours over time.

Engaged in coaling ship.

J.W. Swenson, Blacksmith, returned 12 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm, sultry weather.

Calm to light breezes from South.

By order of the Commanding Officer released from confinement: G. Lane, Seaman; William Howley, Coal Passer; H.C. Lamparter, Coal Passer; J. Sullivan, Coal Passer; William Smyth, Coal Passer.

C.D. Carl, Apprentice Second-class, was declared a deserter from the 6th of this month.

Transferred to the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont", with bags and hammocks and necessary papers: N. McIntyre, Second-class Fireman, and F.S. Kirk, Apprentice First-class.

Received from U.S.S. "Minnesota", with bag and hammock and necessary papers: Edward Warsaw, Apprentice Second-class.

Theodore Carlson, Sailmaker's Mate, returned on board 15 hours over time.

Resumed coaling at 8.30am, received 54 tons of bituminous coal during watch.

Lieutenant S.T. Graham reported on board with modified orders from the department, revoking his orders to this ship.

Received the following stores in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 6 petty officer's caps; 135 blue rating badges; 9 white rating badges; 200 papers of needles; 1024 [spools] sewing silk; 48 jackknives.

The following Navy Yard mechanics were at work on board: 12 electricians; and 2 plumbers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and sultry, with light breezes from WSW.

Resumed coaling ship at 1.00pm, received 39 tons of coal during watch.

At 3.40pm called all hands to muster.

Commander Frank Wildes read the department's order detaching him from this vessel, and Commander P.F. Harrington read the department's order ordering him to relieve Commander Wildes, and therewith assumed command of the vessel.

The usual disrating and rerating of all rated men were made by the retiring and new Commanding Officers.

Passed Assistant Paymaster J.R. Martin left the ship on 48 hours' leave of absence.

12 electricians and 1 plumber at work on board from Navy Yard.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair weather, warm, but cooler latter part.

Light airs from SW, shifting to NE.

A. Nordstrom, Gunner's Mate Third-class, returned 23 hours over time.

Received 17 tons of coal during watch.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, light fog on the river.

Light breeze from NE.


No observations for compass deviation, too close to U.S.S. "Maine".


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18 July 1893

Moored to coal dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather, clear overhead, hazy about the horizon.

J. Morean, Oiler, returned to ship 29½ hours over time.

J. Gleason returned to ship, having been absent 4½ days without authority.

Placed him under sentry's charge for safe keeping by order of the Commanding Officer.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm, hazy around horizon.

Calm.

Coaling ship from 5.30am to 7.20am, received 30 tons.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 152½ pounds fresh meat; 122 pounds fresh bread; 140 pounds fresh vegetables, being 20 pounds short of latter's proper amount.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm first part, then light airs and breezes from WNW.

Coaling ship.

At noon had received today 86 tons.

Lieutenant H.F. Fickbohm reported on board in obedience to orders from Navy Department as relief of Lieutenant M.E. Hall.

William Cox, Private Marine, declared a deserter from 8th of this month by order of Commanding Officer.

Lieutenant A.B. Speyers reported on board in obedience to orders from Navy Department as relief of Lieutenant G. Blocklinger.

J. Gleason was restored to duty by order of Commanding Officer.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light to gentle breezes from WNW to West.

Following men received from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont": J.H. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class; A.J. Holland, Apprentice Second-class; J.D. Hollingsworth, Apprentice Second-class; J.T. Bush, Apprentice Second-class; J.J. Cormody [Cormoday in log], Apprentice Second-class; A. Smith, Seaman; H.S. Hutchingson, Machinist; with bags and hammocks and transfer papers.

James G. O'Connor, Private Marine, left the ship without permission and did not return.

Coaling ship, received on board about 40 tons of coal in this watch.

At 1.00pm U.S.S. "Monongahela" was towed to sea by Navy Yard tug.

Received in Equipment Department: 6 gin blocks.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breezes from West till last hour, then came out from East.

Lieutenant M.E. Hall was detached from this ship by order of Navy Department, having been relieved by Lieutenant H.F. Fickbohm.

Coaled till 5.20pm this watch, total coal received on board 265 tons.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and warm.

Calm and light airs from ENE.


No observations for compass deviation, too close to U.S.S. "Maine".


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19 July 1893

Moored to coal dock, Navy Yard, New York

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Light airs to gentle breezes from WNW to NW.

Lieutenant W.G. Cutler returned aboard from leave of absence.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from NW and North.

Coaling ship, received this watch 33 tons, making in all received 293 tons 1843 pounds.

At 5.00am U.S.S. "Bancroft" left the dock and stood down East River.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NNE.

Lieutenant G. Blocklinger, U.S. Navy, was detached by order of the department and placed on waiting orders.

J.W. Lynch, Plumber, was sent to the yard on duty and did not return.

Received from the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont" the following named men, with their effects and necessary papers: A.E. Lowe, Dynamo Oiler, and J.J. Holden, Dynamo Oiler.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Gentle breeze from NE by North to NNE.

Sent to the Naval Hospital for treatment James Francis, Boiler Maker.

Received in Construction Department the following stores: 5 yards ticking; 1 share hook; 1 solder pot; 1 ladle, 2½ inch; 1 furnace; 3 soldering irons; 3 half-round files, 12 inch; 1 chipping knife; 2 cold chisels; 1 brace; set of bits and hoist drills; 1 plumber's hammer; 2 Stillson wrenches; 4 wood chisels; 2 monkey wrenches; 2 screw drivers; 1 tap borer; 1 pair compasses; 20 gallons turpentine; 75 pounds shellac; 30 gallons alcohol; 20 gallons Japan Drier; 50 gallons linseed oil, boiled; 25 gallons linseed oil, raw; 300 pounds vermilion; 200 [pounds] paste dryer; 1500 pounds red lead; 1 trim pin, large; 1 trim pin, small; 1 bending pin; 1 force pump; 50 pounds solder; 1 dresser; 3 half-round rasps, 12 inch; 1 plumber's mallet; 1 compass saw; 4 wood chisels.

And in Equipment [Department]: 3 pitchers.

Received from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont" the following men, namely: A.J. Bechtle, Ordinary Seaman; E. Edwards, First-class Fireman; William MacKay, Coal Passer; and George Dines, Seaman.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Gentle breeze from NE to NNW.

Received in Equipment Department (exempted [classes]) the following articles: 1 dozen plugs for receptacles; 2 pounds rubber for washers; 5 Leclanché cells; 8 combination watertight switch and receptacles; 1 commutator and armature for C. & C. motor.

Sent for and hoisted all boats, excepting gig.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine.

Gentle NNW breeze.

Bright starlight.

Barometer rising.


No observations for compass deviation, too close to U.S.S. "Maine".


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20 July 1893

Moored to dock, Navy Yard, New York, and at anchor off Tompkinsville, Staten Island

Lat 40.704, Long -73.975


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NNW to North.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from North to NE by East.

B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, returning to the ship, he having left the ship without permission.

At 7.00am started fires in boilers B and C.


8am to meridian:

Cloudless and warm.

Light NE airs and breezes.

At 9.00am got gig down from boathouse.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, 8 men absent without leave: P. Quirk, Coal Passer, J. Murphy, Seaman, W. Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman, J.B. Regler, Coxswain, G.W. Alben, Apprentice Second-class, J.G. O'Conners, Ordinary Seaman, J.W. Lynch, Plumber and Fitter, and Ah Shing, Mess Attendant.

At 11.00am had general muster, same men being found absent as at quarters.

At 11.30am John Murphy, Seaman, returned on board, having been absent for 9 days without leave.

By order of Captain placed him under sentry's charge for safe keeping.

Received from U.S.S. "Vermont" John Davies, Boiler Maker, with bag hammock and necessary papers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine.

Light breezes from NNW and South by East.

At 1.30pm turned engines over.

Transferred to U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont" Ernest Edwards, First-class Fireman.

At 1.45pm hauled clear of dock assisted by tug "Traffic", and at 2.00pm stood down East River in command of Captain.

Off Governors Island transmitting wire of steam steering gear carried away.

At 3.05pm came to off Tompkinsville in 8 fathoms water, 28 [fathoms] port chain.

At end of watch high water slack.

Draft of ship 14 feet forward, 16 feet 5 inches aft.

Banked fires.

Bearings from anchorage by standard [compass], ship's head South by West: Robbins Reef light N9°E, Fort Lafayette S27°E.

Found Italian cruiser "Dogali" ["Dogalli" in log-book] at anchor off Bay Ridge.

Following men this day declared deserters: P. Quirk, Coal Passer; J.W. Lynch, Plumber and Fitter; William Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman; G.W. Alben, Second-class Apprentice; J.B. Regler, Coxswain.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Light SSE breeze.

At 5.05pm tug "Traffic" brought down powder lighter and a draft of 4 men, with their bags hammocks and necessary papers, namely: J. Barry, Landsman; R.E. McGowan, Coal Passer; J.S. Pederson, Seaman; G. Burke, Plumber and Fitter.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from SSW to SW.

At 9.15pm commenced swinging to flood, and finished at 10.45pm.

Tried searchlights.


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21 July 1893

At anchor off Tompkinsville, Staten Island, New York

Lat 40.65, Long -74.07


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Moderate to light breezes in light squalls from WNW.

Riding to flood tide until 3.25am, when began to swing.

Large fire in New York during first two hours.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze from West.

Ebb tide.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from NNW to NW by West.

Began swinging to flood at 11.25am and finished at 11.30am.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, no absentees.

Bent sail.

At 10.20am an Italian gunboat passed out and stood to the Southward


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze from NNW.

Ship riding to the flood tide.

At 12.40pm sent a party of 24 men and powder-hoy to Fort Wadsworth for ammunition.

Bending sails.

At 2.40pm Italian man-of-war steamed into harbor and stood out again at 3.20pm.

Navy Yard tug delivered mail on board.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from WNW to West.

At 4.30pm Italian man-of-war, which passed out in afternoon, returned and steamed up the harbor and anchored.

At 4.40pm commenced swinging to ebb and finished at 5.30pm.

Engaged during watch in receiving and stowing powder and ammunition.

Received on board in Ordnance [Department] the following stores: 73 reduced charges 6-inch breech loading rifle; 62 ordinary charges 6-inch breech loading rifle; 140 common shells 6-inch breech loading rifle; 34 chests 6-pounder common shells; 13 chests 6-pounder steel shells; 25 chests 3-pounder common shells; 19 chests 3-pounder steel [shells]; 2 chests 1-pounder common shells; 1 chest 1-pounder steel shells; 2 chests 37 mm Hotchkiss revolving cannon common shells; 1000 .45 caliber blank cartridges; 1000 primers for 6-pounder Hotchkiss ammunition; 300 vent-sealing primers for 6-inch breech loading rifle.

The storage of the materials is as follows: 43 reduced charges 6-inch breech loading rifle forward magazine and 30 after magazine; 45 ordinary charges 6-inch breech loading rifle in forward magazine and 17 aft; 80 common shells for 6-inch breech loading rifle in forward shell room and 60 aft; 34 boxes common shells 6-pounder and 13 boxes steel shells in after fixed ammunition room; 25 chests 3-pounder common [shells] and 19 3-pounder steel shells in forward fixed ammunition room; 3 chests 1-pounder common [shells] and 1 chest 1-pounder steel [shells] and 2 chests 37 mm common [shells] in after fixed ammunition room.

William Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman, returned on board 130 hours over time.

By order of Commanding Officer he was placed under the sentry's charge for safe keeping while intoxicated, not intended as a punishment.

At 7.15pm mustered at quarters, no absentees.


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8pm [8am in log-book] to midnight:

Fine weather, bright star and moonlight.

Finished stowing ammunition at 8.45pm.

Transferred with clothing and necessary papers to the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont": Thomas Barry, Landsman, he being in excess of complement, by return of William Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman, who had been declared a deserter.

Riding to ebb tide until 11.40pm, slack water.

Moon set at 11.20pm.


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22 July 1893

At sea, making passage to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat 39.82, Long -74.00


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Gentle breezes from West.

The steam cutter returned to the ship at 2.00am, having been delayed by an accident to her pump.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from WSW.

At 5.15am called all hands up anchor, and at 5.25am got under way and stood out of harbor.

At 7.24am Scotland lightship abeam and close aboard, set course South by W⅜W by standard compass, patent log reading 6.1.

At end of watch course South by W⅜W, by standard [compass], patent log [reading] 12.0, under 3 boilers, A, B and D, making 80.6 revolutions on each engine, steam pressure 45 pounds.

Draft of ship 14 feet 2 inches forward and 16 feet 6 inches aft.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze to light airs from West by South.

Sea smooth.

Standing along Jersey coast.

Course South by West until 10.40am, when changed to South by W¼W (per bridge compass), patent log [reading] 37.

At end of watch course South by W¼W (per bridge compass), patent log 45.3, Barnegat lighthouse bore S66°W (per bridge compass), distant 5 miles.

Average revolutions for watch 76, steam 100 [pounds], vacuum 20.2.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and secured battery.

By order of Commanding Officer released from confinement J. Murphy, Seaman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breezes from West by South to SW by West.

At 12.25pm changed course from South by W⅝W to SW¾W, Barnegat lighthouse being abeam.

At 2.40pm sighted Absecon [Absecom in log-book] lighthouse about 3 points on starboard bow.

At 3.10pm changed course to SW½S.

At 3.30pm black buoy off this lighthouse bore abeam, distant about 2 miles.

At 4.00pm Absecon [Absecom in log-book] lighthouse abeam, distant about 7 miles.

Steam under 3 boilers, average pressure 101.2, revolutions 79.6.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and fine, hazy about horizon.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SW by South.

Steam alone, course SW¾S.

Land in sight on starboard hand.

Absecon [Absecom in log-book] light on quarter at 4.50pm.

Average steam 107 [pounds], revolutions 89.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SW.

At 6.40pm stopped ship, lowered whaleboat and sent mail on board Northeast End lightship on Five Fathom Bank.

Course up to this time SW½S (patent log [reading] 5.7).

At 7 o'clock, the whaleboat heaving returned and been hoisted, started ahead, put over patent log, reading 5.7, and set course SSW per standard compass.

At 7.20pm sighted lightship on southern end of Five Fathoms Bank, one point on starboard bow.

At end of watch it was abeam.

Steam 108.5 [pounds], revolutions 80.5, vacuum 26.


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4pm to 6pm (Continued):

By order of Commanding Officer reduced the following men to 4th class conduct: J. Murphy, Seaman, absent without leave 8 days; M. Gleason, Blacksmith, absent without leave 4½ days; B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, out of ship without permission and direct disobedience of orders, dropping cap grommet overboard when ordered to keep it; William Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman, overstaying leave 130 hours; William Howlley, [Coal Passer], drunk on board and abusive to machinist while on the execution of his duty.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle, increasing to fresh breeze from SW.

At 9.00am changed course to South by West by standard [compass], patent log reading 23.7.

At end of watch under steam alone, course South by West by standard [compass], patent log reading 51.4.

Engines averaging 86 revolutions, pressure of steam 107.6 pounds.


At 5.00pm compared compasses: standard SW¾S; bridge SW by South; steering SW by South.


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23 July 1893

Making passage from New York to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat 36.43, Long -74.67


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Gentle to moderate breezes from SW to SW by West.

Sea smooth.

Steering course South by West (per standard compass).

Average steam pressure 105 [pounds], revolutions 86, vacuum 22.5.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SW by West.

Passed an American steamer bound to Northward, sighted another bound for entrance to Chesapeake.

Course South by West (per compass), steam in 3 boilers, pressure 92.1, revolutions 74.

Set deck clock ahead ten minutes.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine, hazy about horizon.

Light WSW breeze.

Smooth sea.

Steam alone, course South by West.

At 9.00am began making sail, finished about 9.45am, having made all sails.

At 9.45am Captain inspected ship and crew at quarters.

Average steam 98 [pounds], revolutions 84.1.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm, light breeze from WSW.

Under steam and all sail, course until 1.06pm South by West, then changed to SE, patent log reading 65.8.

Noticed several small pieces of gulf weed.

Steam 98 [pounds], revolutions 81.7, vacuum 21.7.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear, warm weather.

Light breeze from WSW, gradually dying out towards end of watch.

At 5.10pm took in all sail.

At 5.00pm temperature of sea water 78° [Fahrenheit], at 6.00pm rose to 80° [Fahrenheit].

At end of watch under steam alone, course SE by standard [compass], patent log [reading] 11.0.

Making 87 revolutions, steam pressure 89 [pounds].


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, warm, bright moonlight latter part.

Sea smooth.

Light airs and breezes from ESE and East.

Steaming course SE (per standard compass) during watch.

Temperature of sea water at 7.00pm 83° Fahrenheit.

Patent log at end of watch [reading] 92.2.

Average revolutions 75.2, steam 89 [pounds], vacuum 18.5.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and warm, bright moonlight.

Light breeze from East by South, dropping to light airs and hauling to SE by East.

At 8.15pm set all sail, except topsails, and at 11.10pm took in all sail, except spanker.

Steam in 3 boilers.

Steam 96.2 [pounds], revolutions 81.7, vacuum 21.5.


At 6.00pm compared compasses: standard S45°E; bridge S47°E; steering S48°E.


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24 July 1893

Making passage from New York to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat 34.19, Long -71.49


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Wind light, East to SE.

Steam alone, course SE.

At 12.40am moon set.

Average steam 99 [pounds], average revolutions 84.9.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, warm and excessively murky weather, light breeze to light airs from SE to South.

Squall forming to Northward and Eastward at end of watch.

Under steam alone, course SE.

Average steam 80.2 [pounds], revolutions 67.5, vacuum 18.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, rain squalls first three hours, clearing away last hour.

Moderate to fresh breeze from NNE to SE.

At 9.15am set fore staysail and main trysail, took them in at 10.30am.

At 11.15am passed an American barkentine standing to the Northward and Eastward, and at 11.50am passed a bark standing to the Northward and Eastward.

At end of watch under steam alone, patent log read 71.0.

Revolutions of engines 87, pressure of steam 93.5 pounds.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, rain squall from SW during last hour, with thunder and lightning.

Light airs to gentle breezes from SE to SW.

Steaming course SE (per standard compass).

At 3.20pm set fore staysail and mainsail.

Gunners gang engaged reforming cartridge cases for 6-pounder saluting charges.

Sent down Ardois signal set, to be overhauled.

At end of watch patent log read 12.2.

Average number of revolutions during watch 88.4, steam pressure 97 [pounds].


4pm to 6pm:

Passing showers, with lightning to Southward.

Light airs and breezes from WNW, hauling to NNW.

At 5.00pm took in mainsail and staysail.

Steam 84 [pounds], revolutions 80.


6pm to 8pm:

Clearing weather.

Light airs and breezes from NNW.

Steam alone, course SE.

Average steam 80 [pounds], revolutions 78.9.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from NE.

Frequent flashes of lightning during entire watch to the Southward.

Course SE.

At 8.30pm set staysail and mainsail.

Average steam 79.5 [pounds], average revolutions 80.


Compared compasses at 5.00pm: standard SE; bridge S47°E; steering S48°E.


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25 July 1893

At sea, making passage from New York to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat 31.95, Long -67.84


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather, cloudy about horizon, occasional flashes of lightning to Southward and Northward.

Light breeze from ENE.

At end of watch under steam and fore staysail and main trysail, patent log read 29.1.

Revolutions of engines 80.2 and steam pressure 93 pounds.

Moon set at 1.25am.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light to gentle breeze from NNE.

Steaming course SE (per standard compass), with fore staysail and main trysail.

At 4.45am set fore trysail and spanker, at 6.30am set fore topmast staysail and gaff topsails.

At 6.45am blew gasket out of check valve of boiler D, shifted fires to boiler C.

At end of watch under all sail, patent log [reading] 66.7.

Average revolutions 75, steam 80 [pounds].


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from NNE to NE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and instructed divisions in stations at quarters.

All sail on ship all the watch.

At 9.30am connected up boiler C, and at 10.00am start of boiler D.

Revolutions 84, pressure 94.

Gunners gang reforming 6-pounder cartridges.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine.

Gentle breeze from North by East.

Steam and all sail, course SE.

Gunners gang finished reforming 6-pounder cartridge cases, having reformed 210.

Average steam 95.5 [pounds], revolutions 90.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from NE.

Under steam and all sail, course SE.

At 4.00pm went to quarters and served out clean hammocks.

Average steam 80 [pounds], average revolutions 84.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from NE, shifting to SE and dying out at end of watch.

At 7.00pm took in all sails.

Engaged in scrubbing hammocks.

At end of watch under steam alone, course by standard [compass] SE, patent log [reading] 91.2.

Engines making 83 revolutions, steam pressure 80 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light airs and breezes from Northward and East.

Bright moonlight until last hour, when moon was obscured by heavy cumulus clouds from Eastward.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course SE (per standard compass).

Average revolutions 75.6, steam 81 [pounds].


At 9.45am compared compasses: standard SE; bridge S47°E; steering SE¼E.


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26 July 1893

Making passage from New York to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat 29.67, Long -64.52


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and warm.

Light variable airs from East to SE.

Steam 90 [pounds], revolutions 83.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine.

Light airs from North.

Smooth sea.

Steam alone, course SE.

Average steam 83 [pounds], revolutions 81.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm, light breeze to light airs from South to SW.

Course SE.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters, after which they were instructed at stations for general quarters.

Made out small store and clothing requisitions.

At 10.20am set all sail, excepting head sail.

At 10.32am put over port log, reading 0, starboard log at this time read 35.6.

At 10.56am set clock ahead 20 minutes.

Average steam 88 [pounds], average revolutions 86.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from WSW.

At 2.50pm piped down scrubbed hammocks, and set jib and fore staysail.

Engaged in painting ship inside.

At end of watch under all sail and steam, course SE by standard [compass], patent log reading 85.6.

Engines making 84 revolutions and steam pressure 85.5 pounds.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Calm.

Sea smooth.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Starboard watch turned in scrubbed hammocks, served out clean ones to port watch.

At 5.15pm hauled down all sails.

Steaming course SE (per standard compass).

At end of watch patent log read 100.0.

Average revolutions 77.7, steam 80 [pounds].

Temperature of sea water 82° [Fahrenheit].


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and hot.

Calm first hour, then light variable airs from Southward and Eastward.

Steam 80 [pounds], revolutions 80.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine, bright moonlight.

Gentle breeze from SE to SSE.

Steam alone, course SE.

Average steam 88 [pounds], revolutions 84.9.


At 10.00am compared compasses: standard SE; bridge S47°E; steering S48°E.


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27 July 1893

At sea, making passage from New York to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat 27.50, Long -61.14


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, light breeze from SSE.

Under steam alone, course SE.

Noticed two shooting stars.

Steam 87.7 [pounds], revolutions 81.1.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SE by South.

Scrubbed hammocks.

At 5.00am sighted a three-masted schooner standing to the Southward and Eastward.

At end of watch under steam alone, course SE by standard [compass], patent log [reading] 32.7.

Engines making 86.5 revolutions and steam pressure 88 [pounds]. pounds.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from SE by South and ESE.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course SE (per standard compass).

At 9.30am exercised at general quarters, followed by fire quarters and closing watertight doors, and tested general alarm gongs.

Times of ready and securing as per attached list [below].

By order of Commanding Officer the following changes of ratings were made, to take effect July 27, 1893: S. Jorna, Seaman to Boatswain's Mate Second-class; J. Tillander, Seaman to Boatswain's Mate Second-class; J.C. Robinson, Seaman to Chief Master-at-Arms; A. Nordstrom, Gunner's Mate Third-class to Master-at-Arms Third-class; C. Olsen, Seaman to Gunner's Mate Third-class; A. Olsen, Coxswain to Gunner's Mate Third-class; P. Kane, Seaman to Gunner's Mate Third-class; J. Martinsen, Seaman to Gunner's Mate Third-class; J.D. Pederson, Seaman to Coxswain; C.F. Petterson, Seaman to Coxswain; L. Young, Seaman to Coxswain; F. Higgins, Seaman to Coxswain; H. Forsdal, Seaman to Quartermaster First-class; N. Anderson, Seaman to Quartermaster Third-class; J.J. Holden, Dynamo Oiler to Gunner's Mate First-class; A.E. Lowe, Dynamo Oiler to Gunner's Mate First-class; F. Earle, Landsman to Bayman.

Set clock ahead 15 minutes during last hour.

Tested magazine flood cocks and found them in good condition.

At 11.40am put over port patent log, reading 5.4, starboard log read 67.1.

At noon port log read 8.2, starboard log read 70.3.

Average revolutions during watch 80.6, steam pressure 86 [pounds].

Watch painting around spar deck.

The above rated men are serving under acting appointments, dated July 22, 1893.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from ESE.

At 1.30pm changed course to South by East by standard [compass], patent log reading 85.1, and set all sail, except topsails and spanker.

Crew engaged in painting ship inside.

Sighted a bark standing to Northward.

Steam 87.5 [pounds], revolutions 86.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Moderate ESE wind.

Steam and sail, course South by East.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Average steam 90 [pounds], revolutions 87.4.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from ESE.

Ship under steam and sail, course South by East.

Steam 95 [pounds], revolutions 89.1.


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Time of "Ready" and secured of general and fire quarters and closing watertight doors.

General quarters: 1st Division ready 9 minutes 52 seconds, secured 3 minutes 27 seconds; 2nd Division ready 7 minutes 43 seconds, secured 2 minutes 30 seconds; 3rd Division ready 4 minutes 15 seconds, secured 2 minutes 10 seconds; Powder Division ready 9 minutes 50 seconds, secured 5 minutes 2 seconds; Navigator's Division ready 1 minute 25 seconds, secured 2 minutes 12 seconds; Engineer's Division ready 1 minute 30 seconds, secured 0 minutes 45 seconds; Marines ready 1 minute 27 seconds, secured 1 minute 15 seconds.

Fire quarters: 1st Division ready 3 minutes 15 seconds, secured 3 minutes 4 seconds; 2nd Division ready 2 minutes 40 seconds, secured 1 minute 35 seconds; 3rd Division ready 2 minutes 2 seconds, secured 1 minute 30 seconds; Navigator's Division ready 0 minutes 50 seconds, secured 1 minute 50 seconds; Powder Division ready 1 minute 7 seconds, secured 1 minute 45 seconds; Engineer's Division ready 0 minutes 31 seconds, secured 1 minute 20 seconds; Marines ready 0 minutes 29 seconds, secured 0 minutes 20 seconds.

Closing watertight doors: berth deck ready 0 minutes 40 seconds, secured 0 minutes 31 seconds; starboard engine room ready 1 minute 25 seconds, secured 0 minutes 40 seconds; port engine room ready 1 minute 25 seconds, ready 0 minutes 40 seconds.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy and pleasant weather.

Moderate to fresh breeze from ESE to SE.

At 11.00pm took in sail.

At end of watch patent log read 98.

Average revolutions of engines 93.6, steam pressure 88 pounds.


At 5.00pm compared compasses: standard South by East; bridge South by E¼E; steering South by E½E.


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28 July 1893

Making passage from New York to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat 24.03, Long -59.75


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather, bright moonlight, obscured at intervals by passing squalls.

Gentle to stiff breezes in tight squalls from ESE and SE.

Light swell from ESE.

Steaming course South by East (per standard compass).

At 12.20am set jib fore and main trysails, and took them in at 3.00am to passing squalls and lull of wind.

At 3.45am hauled in port patent log, foul, put it over at 3.45am, reading 55.8, starboard log reading 36.9.

Steam 87.5 [pounds], average revolutions 86.6.


4am to 8am:

Partially cloudy, with occasional light rain squalls.

Gentle to fresh breezes from ESE.

Moon set at 4.20am.

Set mainsail at 6.45am.

At 7.50am wheel ropes came off down, requiring about 5 minutes to replace them.

Steam 82 [pounds], revolutions 80.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm.

Moderate breeze from ESE to East by South.

Long ESE swell.

Steam and sail, course S¼E.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, after which stationed boat crews for "Arm and away".

Painting forward magazine.

At 11.00am set clock ahead 12 minutes.

At 11.35am shifted to hand steering gear, owing to riding of transmitting wire on drums.

Average steam 99 [pounds], revolutions 94.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and warm, moderate breeze from East, squalls forming to windward last hour.

At 1.00pm changed course to S¼W.

At 2.30pm took in mainsail for repairs, and at 3.44pm took in foresail and spanker.

Served out clothing and small stores.

Average steam 97 [pounds], average revolutions 99.5.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, with passing rain squalls.

Moderate to stiff breeze from Eastward.

At end of watch under steam and fore trysail, course S¼W, patent log [reading] 85.8.

Average revolutions of engines 79.6, pressure of steam 80 pounds.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, warm, muggy weather.

Moderate to stiff breezes in squalls from East to ENE.

Moderate sea from ENE.

Steaming course S¼W, starboard and port patent logs read 106.6 and 107.2 respectively.

Average revolutions 82.5, steam 85 [pounds].


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8pm to midnight:

Cloudy first part, with squalls from East, then clearing, with bright moonlight at times, lightning to Eastward.

Moderate to fresh breezes in squalls from East, hauling to ESE and moderating last hour.

Hauled down staysail at 9.25pm on account of wind hauling ahead.

Set it at 10.00pm, hauled down at 11.00pm and set at 11.30pm.

No other sail set during watch.

Steam 90 [pounds], revolutions 87.


At 10.00am compared compasses: standard S¼E; bridge S¼E; steering S½E.


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29 July 1893

At sea, making passage from New York to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat 20.22, Long -59.62


Midnight to 4am:

Partially overcast, lightning about horizon.

Fresh wind and long swell from East by South.

Under steam, fore staysail and main trysail, course South.

Average steam 88 [pounds], revolutions 90.1.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy pleasant weather.

Moderate ESE breeze.

Course South.

At 7.30am set foresail and spanker.

Average steam 90.0 [pounds], average revolutions 86.5.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, squally weather.

Gentle to moderate breeze from ESE to SE by South.

At 9.45am took in fore trysail and spanker.

At 10.40am took in fore staysail and main trysail.

Aired bedding.

At end of watch under steam alone, course South by standard, patent log reading 85.5.

Average revolutions of propeller 91.4, steam pressure 91.5 [pounds].


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SSE.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course South until 1.00pm, when changed course to S¼E (per standard compass).

At end of watch port and starboard patent logs read 11.0 and 9.5 respectively.

Average revolutions 87.8, steam 84.2 [pounds].

Temperature of sea water 82° [Fahrenheit].

By order of Commanding Officer the following changes of ratings were made, to date from July 22, 1893: A. Arial from Mess Attendant to Landsman; E.P. Hennessy from Landsman to Mess Attendant; James Sloane from First-class Fireman to Oiler; Charles Kelly from First-class Fireman to Oiler; James Lynch from First-class Fireman to Oiler; C.E. Sandrowsky from First-class Fireman to Oiler; James Whitaker from First-class Fireman to Oiler; Valentine Blanchard [from] First-class Fireman to Water Tender; Thomas Casey from First-class Fireman to Water Tender; W. Cochrane from First-class Fireman to Water Tender.

All petty officers so rated are serving as such under acting appointments.

A. Arial's and E.P. Hennessy's change of ratings are dated July 28, 1893.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from ESE and SE by East.

Steam 85 [pounds], revolutions 80, using three boilers.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Light ESE breeze, smooth sea.

Steam alone, course S¼E.

Average steam 92.5 [pounds], revolutions 91.9.


8pm to midnight:

Generally clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from ESE.

Bright moonlight, lightning to Eastward, first half of watch a rain squall formed to Eastward and passed astern, another forming to Eastward at end of watch.

Course S¼E.

Average steam 89.2 [pounds], average revolutions 88.


At 5.00pm compared compasses: standard S¼E; bridge S¼E; steering S½E.


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30 July 1893

At sea, making passage from New York to Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat 16.05, Long -59.09


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, squally weather.

Gentle, increasing to fresh breeze from Southward and Eastward during squalls.

Lightning to Eastward.

At end of watch course by standard [compass] S¼E, patent log [reading] 44.1.

Engines averaged 80 revolutions and steam pressure 82 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, with rain squalls passing around horizon and light drizzling rain at intervals.

Gentle breezes from ESE and Calm.

Steering course S¼E (per standard compass).

Revolutions 86.2, steam 87.2 [pounds].


8am to meridian:

Heavy rain first two hours, with moderate to fresh breezes in squalls from East by North, then weather moderated, with light rain and gentle breezes from East by North and East latter part of watch.

Lightning and thunder at times.

Steam 90 [pounds], revolutions 87, using three boilers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy.

Moderate to fresh wind from East and East by South.

Steam alone, course South.

At 12.20pm changed course to S½W, patent log [reading] 31.0.

At 12.40pm set main trysail.

Average steam 80 [pounds], revolutions 79.5.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, moderate breeze from East by South.

Noticed several squalls on horizon during watch, a heavy one forming to windward at close [of watch].

Under steam and main trysail, course S½W.

Average steam 88 [pounds], average revolutions 81.6.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, foggy during rain squalls.

Moderate to fresh breeze from East to SE.

At 6.10pm took in main trysail.

At end of watch under steam alone, course S½W.

Engines averaged 92.4 revolutions and steam pressure 90 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather, dim moonlight.

Gentle to light breezes from SE, shifting to East.

Rain squalls and lightning to East and NE.

Steaming course S½W (per standard compass), sea smooth.

Average revolutions 85, steam 89.5 [pounds].


Compared compasses at 5.00pm: standard S½W; bridge S⅜W; steering South.


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31 July 1893

At anchor in Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat 13.09, Long -59.62


Midnight to 4am:

Partially cloudy, with obscured moonlight.

Light airs and breezes from SE to South.

Steam 80 [pounds], revolutions 73.

Fires in three boilers.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, squalls around horizon.

Light airs from South.

Steam alone, course S½W.

At 6.10am sighted land 1 point on starboard bow.

At 6.15am changed course to SSW½W, patent log [reading] 9.5.

At 7.00am changed course to SW by South, patent log 18.7.

At 7.55am changed course to SW¾S, patent log 29.4.

Average steam 83 [pounds], revolutions 90.8.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm, light airs to gentle breeze from South.

Steering various courses, standing along Western shore of Barbadoes, for anchorage of Bridgetown, conned by the Navigator.

At 11.30am called all hands bring ship to anchor, and at 11.58am anchored in 10¼ fathoms, hard bottom, 30 fathoms port chain.

Draught of ship forward 12 feet 2 inches, aft 15 feet 10 inches.

At noon fired a salute of 21 guns, English ensign at the main, this salute was returned gun for gun by the water battery ashore.

Average steam 94.2 [pounds], average revolutions 87.

Bearings at anchorage, ship's head E¼N: refinery chimney N52°E, clock tower S49°E.

Found Italian man-of-war "[Giovanni] Bausan" and Mexican gunboat "Zaragoza" ["Zaragossa" in log-book], flying a Commodore's flag.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from South by East to SSE.

At 1.00pm banked fires under boilers A and B, and allowed fires under C to die out.

At 12.18pm saluted the Mexican Commodore on the Mexican war vessel "Zaragoza" ["Zaragosa" in log-book] with 11 guns, which salute was returned.

An officer from the Mexican man-of-war "Zaragoza" ["Zaragossa" in log-book] and Italian man-of-war "Giovanni Bausan", also one representing the English Commanding General, called on the Commanding Officer.

These visits were returned by an officer from this ship and later by the Commanding Officer, with the exception of the one on the English Commanding General.

The United States Consul came on board.

Draft of ship forward 12 feet 2 inches and aft 15 feet 10 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Light airs from SE and NE by East.

Fired a salute of 7 guns, with the United States ensign at the fore, upon the departure of the United States Consul.

The Commanding Officer of the Italian man-of-war "Giovanni Bausan" paid an official visit to the ship.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breezes from SE.

Sent liberty party ashore.


Approved: [signed] P.F. Harrington, Commander, Commanding.


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8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine.

Calm to light airs from East by North.

Bright moonlight.



LOGS FOR AUGUST 1893


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1 August 1893

At anchor in Bridgetown, Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat 13.09, Long -59.62


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from ENE to East.

Lightning to the Southward.


4am to 8am [pm in log-book]:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from Southward and Eastward first and last hour, and from NE by East 2nd and 3rd hour.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department: 97½ pounds fresh beef; 97½ pounds vegetables; and 70 pounds of bread.


8am [pm in log-book] to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from SE and ESE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and drilled as per routine.

Coal lighter came alongside, but left just as preparations to receive coal had been completed.

Hauled fires from boiler A.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breezes from ESE.

The Commanding Officer of this vessel paid an official visit to the General, commanding British forces, the officers of the British West Indies Regiment, the American Consul and the Governor of Barbadoes, Sir James Hay [Hoy in log-book].

The Governor of Barbadoes left his card on the Commanding Officer of this vessel through his aide.

Lowered the quarter boats and exercised all, except gig, under sail.

Hoisted steam launch to repair rudder.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from East.

At 5.00pm started evaporator.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm, light breeze from East to ENE.

Sent a liberty party ashore.


8pm to midnight:

Squally weather.

Light airs to moderate breezes from ENE during squalls.

Occasional passing rain showers.


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2 August 1893

At anchor in Bridgetown, Barbadoes, West Indies

Lat 13.09, Long -59.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright starlight and moonlight.

Light airs from East.

At 2.50am coal lighters began to arrive alongside, 4 came during watch.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from East and ENE.

Commenced coaling ship with two lighters at 4.30am, using native labor and coaling by means of baskets and stages, basket weighing about 90 pounds.

Coaling with two more lighters from 6.00am till 7.00am, one lighter at each gangway.

After 7.00am stopped coaling from starboard gangway.

At 6.30am H.M.S. "Tartar" stood in from Northward, and anchored at 7.15am.

Sent boarding officer with usual offers of courtesy.

At 8.00am H.M.S. "Tartar" fired a salute of 9 guns, Mexican flag at fore, which was returned by the Mexican man-of-war "Zaragoza" ["Zaragossa" in log-book] with English flag at fore.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 107½ pounds beef; 107½ pounds vegetables; and 80 pounds bread.

Coal at end of watch 97 tons 698 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm.

Light breeze from East by North.

Laborers from shore engaged in coaling ship.

Captain awarded punishments as follows: J. Sharp, Seaman, 5 days' solitary confinement on bread and water, for striking a shipmate; D. Watkins, First-class Fireman, J.F. Bohen, Second-class Fireman, and S.H. Smyth, Coal Passer, not scrubbing hammocks, to scrub their hammocks on forecastle at sea; A. Arial, four reports, to stand watch 2 nights on poop from 8.00pm to 12.00am and kept on poop during smoking hours for 3 days.

By order of Captain placed G.S. Tripp, Coal Passer, under sentry's charge to await investigation for drunkenness on duty.

A. Olsen, Gunner's Mate Third-class, and A. Garren, Seaman, absent without leave.

Received a visit from boarding officer of H.M.S. "Tartar".

At end of watch had received a total of 195 tons 164 pounds coal.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, gentle breeze from ENE.

Finished coaling at 3 o'clock, having received 227 tons.

Received an official visit from the Aide-de-Camp of the Brigadier General commanding.

Also a visit from the Commanding Officer of H.M.S. "Tartar".

By order of the Commanding Officer a reward of $10 each was offered for the delivery on board of A. Olsen, Gunner's Mate Third-class and A. Garren, Seaman, absent without leave.

A. Garren returned at 3.30pm.

By order of the Commanding Officer S.H. McGowan, Coal Passer, was placed under sentry's charge for safe keeping, he being under the influence of liquor.


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4pm to 6pm:

Pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from NE.

Scrubbed decks and paintworks.

At 5.20pm a salute of 13 guns for English Commanding General was fired from Mexican man-of-war "Zaragoza" ["Zaragosa" in log-book].


6pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light breeze from NE.

A. Olsen, Gunner's Mate Third-class, was brought aboard by the shore police and the reward of £2 was paid for his arrest and delivery.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from ENE.

By order of Commanding Officer released S.H. McGowan, Coal Passer, and G.S. Tripp, Coal Passer, they having been confined for safe keeping while under influence of liquor.

A. Arial stood one extra watch by order of Commanding Officer.


No compass observations, coaling ship and compasses covered.


THE VOYAGES OF USS YORKTOWN
Operations off South America

JP map Yorktown South America 1893-94

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3 August 1893

At anchor in Bridgetown, Barbadoes, and at sea

Lat 13.09, Long -59.62


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and fine.

Bright moonlight.

Light NE airs.

At 3.00am stopped evaporator.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, light airs first half from NE.

Light passing shower, exceedingly murky and close.

Calm last half, lightning to Northward, thick rain squall forming in that direction last hour.

Received for use of crew: 102½ [pounds] vegetables; 102½ [pounds] beef; and 82 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Rainy weather.

Light airs from ESE to NNE.

C.F. Hall, Private Marine, absent from ship without authority.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, but clearing.

Light airs from North by West and NE.

Making preparations for sea.

The Commanding Officer paid an official visit to H.B.M.S. "Tartar".

A visiting party of officers from the Mexican vessel "Zaragoza" came aboard.

Received for steaming purposes 13,460 gallons of fresh water.

Received in Engineer's Department: 4 barrels (200 gallons) of lubricating oil.

At 1.00pm started fires in boilers A and C, boiler B being already in use.

$1601.81 received, proceeds of bill of each, and expended for coal.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from NE and ESE.

Making preparations for getting under way.

Started the distiller at 4.30pm.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light breeze from East.

Making preparations for sea.

At 6.15pm mustered at quarters, C.F. Hall, Private Marine, absent without leave.

At 6.45pm called all hands, hove up and got under way, standing out of anchorage during remainder of watch under [in in log-book] conn of Navigator.

At 8.00pm took departure South Point lighthouse NNE½E, distant 3 miles, ship's head on course SE by E½E (magnetic), patent log [reading] 8.5.

Draught of ship [forward] 14 feet 1 inch, aft 16 feet 6 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from ESE to SE by East.

Moderate swell from East by South.

At 8.15pm sighted Ragged Point light.

At 10.20pm lost sight of South Point light and at 10.25pm lost sight of Ragged Point light.

Moon rose at 10.30pm.

Sighted a steamer's masthead light standing to Northward.

Average steam 91.7 [pounds], revolutions 82.

By order of Commanding Officer A. Arial, Landsman, was kept on the poop during watch as a punishment.


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4 August 1893

At sea, making passage from Barbadoes to Rio de Janeiro

Lat 12.03, Long -57.48


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy first part, squally with driving rain showers latter part, clearing away at end of watch.

Gentle to fresh breeze from SE by South.

At end of watch under steam alone, course SE by E½E by standard compass, patent log reading 83.4.

Average revolutions of engines 83.5 and pressure of steam 90 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather, bright moonlight first part.

Gentle to moderate breezes from SE.

Steaming course SE by E½E (per standard compass).

At end of watch patent log read 25.5.

Average steam pressure 87 [pounds], revolutions 91.7.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate to fresh breezes from ESE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and inspected divisions.

Exercised all divisions in setting up drill, and instructed secondary battery at stations.

Steam 94.7 [pounds], revolutions 90.7.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light to moderate breeze from ENE to East.

Steam alone, course SE by E½E.

By order of Captain the following punishments were awarded: R.E. McGowan, Coal Passer, and G.S. Tripp, Coal Passer, drunk on duty, confinement for 10 days while in port; William Garwood, Private Marine, and R.J. Ryan, Private Marine, quarreling, William Garwood three days' extra duty and R.J. Ryan two days' extra duty; William Howlley, Coal Passer, slow in obeying orders, confinement for 7 days while in port; D. Watkins, First-class Fireman, refusing to obey orders, cursing and threatening Machinist on watch, 5 days' solitary confinement on bread and water; A. Garren, Seaman, overstaying liberty 8 hours, extra duty while on watch [for] 3 days; A. Olsen, Gunner's Mate Third-class, overstaying liberty 11½ hours, extra duty while on watch [for] 5 days.

Average steam 90 [pounds], revolutions 86.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from East.

About 5 o'clock passed through a streak of yellowish water.

Average steam 90 [pounds], revolutions 82.4.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, squally weather, lightning to Southward and Eastward.

Moderate to stiff breeze from Eastward.

At end of watch under steam alone, course SE by E½E, patent log [reading] 47.6.

Average revolutions of engines 86.4, steam pressure 93 [pounds].


8pm to midnight:

Overcast.

Moderate to stiff squalls from SE hauling to East, occasional rain squalls.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course SE by E½E (per standard compass).

At end of watch patent log read 84.0.

Average steam pressure 82.5 [pounds], revolutions 81.9.


At 5.00pm compared compasses: standard SE by E½E; bridge SE by E¾E; steering East.


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5 August 1893

At sea, making passage from Barbadoes to Rio de Janeiro

Lat 10.70, Long -54.57


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with very heavy rain squalls first two hours.

Stiff to fresh breezes in squalls from East first two hours, then moderating and shifting to NE by North.

Moderate sea.

Steam 85 [pounds], revolutions 81.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and wet first hour, then clearing weather.

Moderate to fresh wind from ENE to ESE.

Steam alone, course SE by E½E.

Average steam 87 [pounds], revolutions 80.1.

Pitching easily to moderate sea from Eastward.


8am to meridian:

Generally warm and cloudy.

Passed through several rain squalls from East to ESE.

Moderate, irregular sea.

Steam 101 [pounds], average revolutions 86.6.

Steam alone, course SE by E½E.


Meridian to 4pm:

Light rain squalls first hour, pleasant remainder of watch.

Gentle to fresh breeze from ESE.

At end of watch under steam alone, course SE by E½E (per standard compass).

Average revolutions of engines 81 and steam pressure 90 pounds.


4pm to 6pm:

Pleasant weather, light rain squalls.

Gentle breeze from ESE.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters.

Steaming course SE by E½E (per standard compass).

At end of watch patent log read 38.5.

Average revolutions 75.1, steam 91 [pounds].

Light swell from Eastward.


6pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather, warm.

Gentle breezes from ESE.

Revolutions 77.7, steam 93 [pounds].


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from ESE to East.

Steam alone, course SE by E½E.

Average steam 90 [pounds], revolutions 77.


At 5.00pm compared compasses: standard SE by E½E; bridge SE by E¾E; steering ESE.


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6 August 1893

Making passage from Barbadoes, West Indies, to Rio de Janeiro

Lat 9.37, Long -51.53


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and squally from East, with a succession of heavy showers, with thunder and vivid flashes of lightning up to last hour, general direction of wind up to this time East, long swell from ENE 3rd hour, last hour wind came out from ENE and increased to fresh breeze, with increasing sea from same direction.

Average steam 92 [pounds], average revolutions 79.6.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, squally weather.

Fresh breeze from NE by East.

At end of watch under steam alone, course SE by E½E (per standard compass).

Average revolutions of engines 84, and pressure of steam 98 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, squally, rainy weather.

Gentle to stiff breezes in squalls from NE by East and SE by South.

Omitted quarters on account of weather.

Set deck clock 17 minutes ahead during last hour.

Steaming course SE by E½E (per standard compass).

At end of watch patent log read 98.5.

Average revolutions 77, average steam pressure 95 pounds.

Moderate, choppy sea.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and warm.

Gentle breeze from ESE and East.

Revolutions 88.4, steam 101.2 [pounds].

Sea moderating.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, damp, with light drizzling rain.

Gentle breeze from East and East by South.

Steam alone, course SE by E½E.

By order of Captain released John Sharp, Seaman, from confinement and restored him to duty.

Average steam 97.5 [pounds], revolutions 84.9.


6pm to 8pm:

Generally clear and pleasant, passing rain squall last hour from East by South.

Steam 95 [pounds], average revolutions 83.2.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant first three hours, clouding over, with fresh breeze from ESE last hour.

At end of watch under steam alone, course SE by E½E (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 12.4.

Average revolutions of engines 80.7 and steam pressure 95 pounds.


At 5.00pm compared compasses: standard SE by E½E; bridge SE by E¾E; steering ESE.


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7 August 1893

At sea, making passage from Barbadoes to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Lat 8.18, Long -48.23 [Latitude 8.35 in log-book]


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast.

Light to gentle breezes from East.

Heavy cumulus nimbus clouds.

Light rain during last half hour, dim moonlight and starlight at intervals.

Steaming course SE by E½E (per standard compass).

Steam pressure 87 [pounds], average revolutions 82.6.


4am to 8am:

Passing showers first hour, then clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from East by South and ESE.

Steam 105 [pounds], revolutions 87.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from East by South.

Smooth sea.

Steam alone, course SE by E½E.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised 1st and 2nd Divisions at great guns, 3rd and 4th Divisions general instruction, Powder Division at stations, Marine Guard at manual of arms.

By order of Captain placed D. Watkins, First-class Fireman, in solitary confinement on bread and water for 5 days, for disobedience of orders and cursing a Machinist.

Tested electrical appliances and found same in good condition, except spring of one general alarm bell, which was broken; dismounted same for repairs.

At 10.15am loosed sail and boat sails to dry.

At 11.00am aired bedding.

At 11.05am set clock ahead 21 minutes.

At end of watch changed course SE by East, patent log [reading] 25.6.

Average steam 105 [pounds], revolutions 77.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy.

Light airs till 3.50pm from SE by South, when it hauled to WSW.

Several squalls formed during watch, but passed clear of the ship.

Under steam alone, course till 1.00pm SE by East, at which time changed to SE¼E, log [reading] 44.7.

Average steam 110 [pounds], average revolutions 80.5.


4pm to 6pm:

Pleasant weather, light passing shower first hour.

Light airs from SSE to SSW.

By order of Commanding Officer, and in compliance with Article 1177, United States Navy Regulations, the following checkages in Paymaster's Accounts were made: B.F. Lynch, Private Marine, 2 days; J. Sloane, First-class Fireman, 4 days; F.J. Dowling, Private Marine, 1 day; D. Gamero, Mess Attendant, 1 day; Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant, 1 day; F.J. Horn, Mess Attendant, 1 day; C.P. Lamparter, Coal Passer, 1 day; M. Doran, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, 4 days; Ah Sing, Wardroom Cook, 3 days; E.R. Peacock, Landsman, 1 day; J. Murphy, Seaman, 7 days; M. Gleason, Boiler Maker, 6 days; C.J. Hyde, Seaman, 1 day; S.C. McQuay, Landsman, 3 days; H. Boyd, Seaman, 1 day; R. Williams, Seaman, 1 day; William Thornton, Yeoman, 5 days; A.A. Nordstrom, Gunner's Mate Third-class, 1 day; T. Carlsen, Sailmaker's Mate, 1 day; J. Morean, Oiler, 1 day; A. Hasler, Seaman Apprentice First-class, 1 day.

At 5.00pm held general muster, read Articles for the Better Government of the Navy and published general orders numbers 415 and 416 of 1893.

At end of watch under steam alone, course SE¼E (per standard compass), patent [log reading] 83.2.

Average revolutions of engines 80.2, and steam pressure 107.5 [pounds].


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6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breezes from SSE.

Tested searchlights.

Steaming course SE¼E (per standard compass).

Sea smooth.

Average revolutions 86.9, steam 110 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breezes from South by East till last hour, then freshening to stiff breezes from SSE.

Steam 102 [pounds], revolutions 75.


At 4.00pm compared compasses: standard SE¼E; bridge S51°E; steering S55°E.


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8 August 1893

At sea, making passage from Barbadoes to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Lat 6.56, Long -45.30


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and damp, occasional light drizzle.

Wind light from WSW to West.

At 1.30am set fore staysail and fore and main trysails.

At 2.30am took in sail.

Course SE¼E.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 79.7.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, light breeze from SSW till last hour, when wind came out in moderate squalls from SW.

At 6.00am set staysail and main trysail, but took them in soon after.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 81.2.

Course SE¼E.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy weather, light rain squall last hour.

Gentle to light breeze from SW to South.

At 9.20am set headsails and fore trysail.

At 11.50am took them in again.

At end of watch under steam alone, course SE¼E (per standard compass).

Average revolutions of engines 82.5 and pressure of steam 110 pounds.

By order of Commanding Officer punishments as follows were assigned: J.E. Cooke, Apprentice, smoking after pipe down and making false statement about same to Officer of the Deck, to keep extra watch on poop under charge of sentinel on lifebuoy during smoking hours for 5 days; D. Gamero, Mess Attendant, not obeying Master-at-Arms promptly, first watch on poop, one night; H.R. Barker, Apprentice, shirking work, extra duty during watch for 3 days.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light variable airs.

Occasional light passing shower.

Instructed signal class.

Steaming course SE¼E (per standard compass) until 1.00pm, when changed course to SE (per standard compass).

Average steam pressure 110 [pounds], average revolutions 85.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs from WSW.

Fires in three boilers, steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 88.


6pm to 8pm:

Calm, pleasant weather.

Course SE.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 90.2.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, lightning to Southward.

Calm first hour, then light breeze from SSE.

Course SE.

Average steam 108 [pounds], average revolutions 81.

D. Gamero, Mess Attendant, stood 4 hours on the poop as a punishment by order of the Commanding Officer.


At 10.00am compared compasses: standard S48°W; bridge S52°W; steering S55°W.


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9 August 1893

At sea, making passage from Barbadoes to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Lat 4.58, Long -42.12


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather, hazy about horizon.

Gentle breeze from Southward.

Occasional flashes of lightning to Northward and Eastward.

Under steam alone, course at end of watch SE (per standard compass), patent log reading 15.6.

Average revolutions of engines 83.8, and pressure of steam 90.5 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, heavy rain during last half of watch.

Light to stiff breezes in squalls from East by South to South by East.

Steaming course SE (per standard compass).

Average revolutions 84.1, steam pressure 109 [pounds].


8am to meridian:

Heavy rain first two hours, then clearing, warm.

Light breezes from ESE, increasing to gentle breezes and hauling to ENE.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, and H.R. Barker, Apprentice Second-class, standing extra watch and duty, by order of Commanding Officer.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 82.


Meridian to 4pm:

Rainy and damp first hour, then fine weather, hazy about the horizon.

Gentle breeze from SSE to SE.

Steam alone, course SE.

Quarterly Board of Survey condemned and threw overboard 200 pounds salt beef.

Average steam 101 [pounds], revolutions 82.7.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SE.

Course SE.

About 5.20pm noticed slight tide rips.

Steam 105 [pounds], revolutions 81.7.

A. Olsen, Gunner's Mate Third-class, stood two hours on the poop as a punishment by order of the Commanding Officer.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SE.

At end of watch under steam alone, course SE (per standard compass), patent log 67.5.

Average revolutions 83.5, and steam pressure 107.5 [pounds].


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, bright starlight, light passing shower during third hour.

Gentle breezes from SE by South.

Steaming course SE (per standard compass).

Sea smooth.

Average revolutions 81.2, steam pressure 105 [pounds].


At 5.00pm compared compasses: standard S45°E; bridge S49°E; steering S52°E.


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10 August 1893

Making passage from Barbadoes to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Lat 3.03, Long -39.60 [Latitude 3.53 in log-book]


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from SE by South.

Steam 107 [pounds], revolutions 82.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light SSE breeze, freshening towards end of watch.

Steam alone, course SE.

Average steam 108 [pounds], revolutions 83.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Gentle breeze from SSE.

Course SE.

At 9.30am went to general quarters.

Times of reporting: 1st Division 4 minutes 32 seconds; 2nd [Division] 6 minutes 10 seconds; 3rd [Division] 4 minutes 50 seconds; Powder [Division] 4 minutes 33 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 50 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 2 minutes 25 seconds; Marines 2 minutes 45 seconds; secondary battery 4 minutes 44 seconds.

At 10.00am secured, time as follows, namely: 1st Division 2 minutes 59 seconds; 2nd [Division] 2 minutes 15 seconds; 3rd [Division] 2 minutes 9 seconds; Powder [Division] 4 minutes 0 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 20 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 30 seconds; secondary battery 2 minutes 47 seconds.

At 10.07am went to fire quarters, times as follows, namely: 1st Division 3 minutes 50 seconds; 2nd [Division] 3 minutes 40 seconds; 3rd [Division] 2 minutes 58 seconds; Powder [Division] 2 minutes 11 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 20 seconds; Marines 1 minute 20 seconds.

At 10.23am secured, times as follows, namely: 1st Division 3 minutes 35 seconds; 2nd [Division] 2 minutes 55 seconds; 3rd [Division] 2 minutes 46 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 4 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 16 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 39 seconds; Marines 1 minute 45 seconds; secondary battery 3 minutes 40 seconds.

Tested both magazine and after shell room flood cocks and found same in working order.

Steam 112 [pounds], revolutions 84.5.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SSE.

At end of watch under steam alone, course SE (per standard compass).

Average revolutions of engines 84.1 and steam pressure 109 pounds.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle to moderate breezes from South by East.

Sea smooth.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters, followed by setting up exercise.

Steaming course SE (per standard compass).

Average revolutions 88.2, steam pressure 110 pounds.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breezes from South by East.

Steam 100 [pounds], revolutions 93.

J.E. Cooke, Second-class Apprentice, standing watch on poop, by order of Commanding Officer.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight, hazy around horizon, heavy dew.

Light to moderate breeze from South by East.

Steam alone, course SE.

Average steam 106 [pounds], revolutions 88.5.


At 5.00pm compared compasses: standard SE; bridge S49°E; steering S52°E.


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11 August 1893

Making passage from Barbadoes to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Lat 1.97, Long -36.78


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate to gentle breeze from SSE to SE by South.

Course SE.

Average steam 100 [pounds], revolutions 90.1.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SE by South.

At 5.30am started fires under D boiler.

At end of watch under steam alone, course SE (per standard compass), patent log reading 18.6.

Average revolutions of engines 90.4 and steam pressure 105 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from SE by South.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course SE (per standard compass) until 12.00pm, when changed to SSE½E (per standard compass), starboard patent log reading 60.5.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, followed by instructions and stations at abandon ship, and arm and away boats.

Set clock ahead 15 minutes during last hour.

At 9.15am turned on boiler D, and at 11.50am shut off boiler C, steaming under boilers A, B and D.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: E.A. Chavannes, Apprentice Second-class, slow in obeying orders and disobedience of orders, reduced to 2nd [conduct] class and extra duty during watch [for] 3 days; C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, gross carelessness spilling oil on deck, extra duty [for] 1 day; J.A. Anderson, Second-class Apprentice, smoking out of hours, extra watch for two days during smoking hours.

Average revolutions 96.0, steam 120 pounds.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle to moderate breezes from ESE.

Exercised the apprentices in signals.

C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, extra duty on poop until 4.00pm, E.A. Chavannes, Second-class Apprentice, extra duty this watch, both by order of Commanding Officer.

Steam 105 [pounds], revolutions 96.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate breeze from SSE.

Steam alone, course SSE½E.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters, followed by setting up drill.

Average steam 100 [pounds], revolutions 95.9.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SSE.

Course SE.

Average steam 97.5 [pounds], average revolutions 91.2.

By order of Commanding Officer D. Watkins, First-class Fireman, was released from confinement.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from SSE to South by East.

[At] end of watch under steam alone, course SSE½E (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 87.1.

Average revolutions of engines 90 and steam pressure 100 pounds.


Compared compasses at 5.00pm: standard S28°E; bridge S31°E; steering S34°E.


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12 August 1893

Making passage from Barbadoes to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Lat -0.35, Long -34.67


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight.

Gentle to stiff breeze in light squalls from SSE to South by East.

Light swell from SSE.

Steaming course SSE½E (per standard compass).

Average revolutions 84.2, steam 110 [pounds], vacuum 26.5.


4am to 8am:

Partially cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate breeze from SSE.

Steam 112 [pounds], revolutions 83.5.

Sea moderate and increasing latter part.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate wind and sea from South by East.

Steam alone, course SSE½E.

At 11.00am set clock ahead 17 minutes.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 87.3.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from South by East.

Course till one o'clock SSE½E, then changed to South by E¾E, log [reading] 4.6.

Steam 92 [pounds], revolutions 86.7.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from South by East.

At end of watch under steam alone, course South by E¾E (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 51.0.

Average revolutions 81.6 and steam pressure 95 pounds.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze from SSE.

Moderate sea from SSE.

Steaming course South by E¾E (per standard compass).

Average revolutions 88, steam 105 [pounds].


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine, bright starlight.

Light to moderate wind from SSE.

Steam alone, course South by E¾E.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 81.6.


At 4.30pm compared compasses: standard South by E¾E; bridge SSE; steering SSE¼E.


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13 August 1893

Making passage from Barbadoes to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Lat -2.76, Long -32.83


Midnight to 4am:

Clear first half of watch and cloudy at close of watch, light forming showers.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SSE.

Average steam 110 [pounds], average revolutions 75.

Course South by E¾E.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, squally weather, occasional rain squall.

Gentle to moderate breeze from South to SSE.

Moderate swell from SSE.

At end of watch under steam alone, course South by E¾E (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 76.1.

Average revolutions of engines 85.4 and steam pressure 110 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Gentle to moderate breezes from SSE, in light squalls during latter part of watch.

Moderate sea from SSE.

Steaming course South by E¾E (per standard compass) until 9.00am, when changed to South by E¼E (per standard compass), patent log reading 84.5.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, followed by inspection of crew and vessel by the Commanding Officer.

Set clock ahead 14 minutes during last hour.

Average revolutions 88.8, steam 99 [pounds].


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind and sea from SSE.

Steam alone, course South by E¼E.

At 12.40pm changed course to S¾E, patent log [reading] 19.3.

Average steam 107 [pounds], revolutions 93.3.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from SSE.

At 4.15pm changed course to S¼E (log 56.6).

At 4.25pm sighted peak of Fernando [de] Noronha Island about 30 miles distant, bearing S⅛W, and at 4.32pm changed course to S⅛W (log 59.6), ship being set perceptibly to the Westward during watch.

Average steam 110 [pounds], average revolutions 92.9.


6pm to 8pm:

Pleasant first hour, occasional moderate squall last hour.

Moderate to stiff breezes from ESE.

Bent main trysail.

At 6.40pm hauled in starboard patent log, put it over again at 6.25pm, reading 82.5.

At 6.47pm changed course to SSW (per standard compass), patent log (port) [reading] 36.9.

At 7.30pm changed course to SW (per standard compass), patent log (starboard) 84.9.

At 7.23pm set course SSW (per standard compass), patent log (starboard) 88.0, (port) 42.6.

At this time Fernando de Noronha Island [Fernando Noronah Island in log-book] bore on port beam, the settlement about 5 miles distant.

At 7.35pm set fore staysail, fore and main trysails.

At end of watch under above sail and steam, course SSW (per standard compass), patent log (starboard) 95.0.

Average revolutions of engines 92.9 and pressure of steam 110 pounds.


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8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, bright starlight, obscured at intervals by heavy passing clouds.

Moderate to gentle breeze in light squalls from South by East to SSE.

At 8.00pm lost sight of Fernando de Noronha Island [Fernando Noronah Island in log-book] bearing about East by North, magnetic.

Steaming course SSW (per standard compass) with fore staysail, fore and mainsail set.

Moderate sea from ESE.

Average revolutions 84.4, average steam 107 [pounds].


At 5.30pm compared compasses: standard S; bridge S1°W; steering S1°W.


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14 August 1893

Making passage from Barbadoes to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Lat -6.33, Long -32.93


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp, passing rain squalls.

Light wind, fresh in squalls from SE by South.

Under steam, fore staysail, foresail and main sail, course SSW.

Average steam 107.5 [pounds], revolutions 84.3.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, clearing, fine weather at close [of watch].

Gentle to moderate breeze from SE by East.

At daylight sighted a barquentine standing to Southward and Westward, one point forward port beam, she was still in sight at end of watch, 1 point abaft port beam.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 86.5.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SE by East.

At 9.30am called to quarters and drilled divisions as follows: 1st Division gunnery; 2nd Division small arms; 3rd Division revolver drill; 4th Division gunnery; Powder Division setting up drill.

Overhauling electrical appliances.

At 10.25am set jib, spanker and topsails.

At 11.25am took in mizzen topsail.

At 9.20am changed course to SW by South, patent log (starboard) [reading] 27.1.

At end of watch under steam and all sail, except mizzen topsail, course SW by South, patent log (starboard) 55.5.

Average revolutions 89.1 and steam pressure 110 [pounds].


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SE.

Steaming course SW by South (per standard compass), with fore topmast staysail, jib, fore, mainsail and spanker, [and] fore, main gaff topsails.

Sighted two sail during watch.

Painting port side of quarterdeck, cleaned out "lucky bag" and general work about decks.

Average revolutions 87.9, steam 104 [pounds].


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light ESE breeze, shifting to SSE.

Steam and all sail, except mizzen gaff topsail.

At 5.45pm exchanged colors with a large German ship standing to Southwestward.

Average steam 98 [pounds], revolutions 87.5.

Course SW by South.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with moderate rain squalls from SSE.

Course SW by South.

At 6.30pm took in topsails, and at 7.30pm took in jib.

Tried searchlights and found them in working order.

Steam 105 [pounds], revolutions 88.5.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy weather, moderate rain squalls from SSE first three hours, clearing away last hour.

Gentle to stiff breeze from SE by South.

At end of watch course SW by South (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 82.8.

Average revolutions of engines 87 and steam pressure 104 [pounds].


At 10.00am compared compasses: standard S34°W; bridge S37°W; steering S40°W.


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15 August 1893

Making passage from Barbadoes to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Lat -9.92, Long -34.32


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather, bright starlight.

Gentle to moderate breezes, in tight squalls from SE by South.

Moderate sea from SSE.

Steaming course SW by South (per standard compass), with jib, fore and main trysails and spanker set.

Average revolutions 85.8, steam 102 [pounds].

Passed one sail, standing to the Southward, during watch.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind and sea from SE by East.

Steam and sail, course SW by South.

Average steam 103 [pounds], revolutions 86.4.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate trades from SE by East.

At 8.53am set main topsail.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters, after which had setting up exercise and divisional drills as follows, namely: 1st, 3rd and 4th [Divisions] small arms; 2nd [Division] gunnery; Navigator's [Division] signals; Marines setting up exercise.

At 10.00am sighted a steamer on starboard bow standing to Northward and Eastward, and at 11.45am a square-rigged vessel, two points on port bow, standing to Northward and Eastward.

The Commanding Officer assigned the following punishments, namely: H.R. Barker, Apprentice Second-class, to be called by Corporal of Guard and brought on deck one half hour before watch begins for two nights, this for missing muster at 4.00am; and A. Arial, Landsman, to keep his regular lookout on lee side of bridge and two extra lookouts.

Between 10.00am and 10.20am found port patent log foul, hauled it in, and at 10.20am put it over, it then read 87.8.

Steam 82 [pounds], revolutions 77.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SE by East to SSE.

At 12.35pm changed course to SSW¾W (per standard compass), patent log reading 10.5.

At 12.50pm exchanged colors and ship's code letters with British bark "Yuba" of Montreal bound to Northward and Eastward.

At 1.05pm took in main topmast staysail, and at 2.30pm took in spanker.

At end of watch under steam and fore staysail, fore and main trysails, course SSW¾W per standard compass, patent log (starboard) [reading] 46.8.

Average revolutions 86.5 and steam pressure 105 pounds.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze and moderate sea from SSE.

Steaming course SSW¾W (per standard compass) until 5.00pm, when changed course to SSW½Wm jib, fore and mainsail set.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters, followed by setting up exercise.

Average revolutions 86, steam 100 [pounds].


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Light breeze from SE by East.

Bright moonlight.

Smooth sea.

Steam and sail, course SSW½W.

Average steam 90 [pounds], revolutions 86.5.


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8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Gentle breeze from SE by East.

Moon set at 9.15pm.

Course SSW½W, under steam, fore staysail, fore and main trysails.

A. Arial, Landsman, stood two hours' extra lookout on lee side of bridge, by order of Commanding Officer, for being asleep on lookout.

Average steam 98.5 [pounds], average revolutions 81.6.


At 4.30pm compared compasses: standard S31°W; bridge S33°30'W; steering S39°W.


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16 August 1893

Making passage from Barbadoes to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Lat -13.47, Long -35.53


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze from SE by East to SE.

At end of watch under steam and fore staysail, fore and main trysails, course SSW½W, patent log (starboard) [reading] 66.3.

Average revolutions 78 and steam pressure 98 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Gentle to light breezes from SSE to South by East.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course SSW½W (per standard compass), under same sail as preceding watch.

Average revolutions 83.1, steam 100 [pounds].


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze from SSE to ESE.

Steam and sail, course SSW½W.

At 9.00am set fore and main topsails.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, after which exercised divisions as follows: 1st and 4th [Divisions] small arms; 2nd [Division] great guns; 3rd and Navigator's [Divisions] single sticks; Powder [Division] instruction.

Captain awarded punishments as follows: A. Arial, Landsman, reduced to 3rd conduct class and to be drilled by Corporal of Guard for ½ hour twice a day, for insubordinate conduct at drill for two days.

Painting bulwarks inside.

Average steam 83.5 [pounds], revolutions 71.3.

Fitted new propeller to starboard taffrail log.


Meridian to 4pm:

Generally clear and pleasant, light passing shower 3rd hour.

Gentle to light breeze from ESE.

At 1.17pm changed course to SW¾S, patent log reading 53.6.

Engaged painting bulwarks and waterways.

Steam 99 [pounds], average revolutions 92.5.

At 3.35pm hauled in port log (reading 4.8) to adjust rotator, it was put out at 3.40pm with same reading, the other log then read 81.0.

At 1.15pm connected up boiler B, and allowed fires in D to die out.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from ESE.

At end of watch under steam and fore staysail, jib, fore and main gaff topsails and trysails, course SW¾S (per standard compass), starboard patent log [reading] 8.5.

Average revolutions 94.2 and steam pressure 107 pounds.

At 4.30pm drilled at fire quarters and stations for abandoning ship.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle to light breezes from ESE to SE.

Light swell from Southward and Eastward.

Steaming course SW¾S (per standard compass), under fore topmast staysail, jib, fore and mainsails, and main gaff topsail.

Average revolutions 95.5, steam 110 [pounds].


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8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp.

At 9.20pm ESE wind shifted to SW in a rain squall, remainder of watch wind light and variable.

At 8.45pm took in all sail.

Course SW¾S.

Average steam 107 [pounds], revolutions 95.9.

At 10.10pm moon set.


At [left blank] pm compared compasses: standard S28°W; bridge S31°W; steering S36°W.


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17 August 1893

Making passage from Barbadoes to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Lat -17.28, Long -37.28


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather, bright starlight, hazy about horizon.

Light airs first hour from SSW, after which calm.

A. Arial, Landsman, stood an extra lookout on lee side of bridge, by order of Commanding Officer, for sleeping on lookout.

Steam 105 [pounds], revolutions 95.1.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, hazy about horizon.

Light airs from SSE first hour, from West by South second hour, light to gentle breeze from West last two hours.

At end of watch under steam alone, course SW¾S (per standard compass), patent log (starboard) [reading] 66.0.

Average revolutions 93.2, steam pressure 98 pounds


8am to meridian:

First part of watch cloudy, with heavy rain showers and light variable airs, latter part clear and pleasant, gentle to moderate freshening breezes from SSW.

At 10.15am mustered at quarters, followed by "Arm and Away boats".

By order of the Commanding Officer P.J. Kane (Acting Gunner's Mate Third-class) was rerated an Acting Gunner's Mate Second-class to date from August 17, 1893.

Steaming course SW¾S (per standard compass), no sail.

Moderate head sea.

Average revolutions 91.6, steam 102 [pounds].

A. Arial, Landsman, did ½ hour extra drill in conformity to punishment of Commanding Officer.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate wind and sea from SSW.

Course SW¾S.

At 1.00pm changed course to SW¼S.

Average steam 105 [pounds], revolutions 93.3.

Adopted port taffrail log as official log.


4pm to 6pm:

Generally clear, several moderate squalls from SSW, with light passing showers.

At 4.30pm had evening quarters and setting up drill.

A. Arial, Landsman, was drilled ½ hour by Corporal of Guard, by order of the Commanding Officer, for insubordinate conduct at evening exercise.

Steam 99 [pounds], revolutions 92.5.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate to fresh breeze from SSW.

At end of watch under steam alone, course (per standard compass) SW¼S, patent log (port) [reading] 84.5.

Average revolutions 91.5 and steam pressure 96 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Bright starlight and moonlight, obscured at intervals by heavy passing clouds.

Gentle to stiff breezes in squalls from SSW, with moderate sea from same direction.

Steaming course SW¼S (per standard compass).

At 11.00pm the moon set.

Average revolutions 93.8, steam 104.8 [pounds].


At 10.00am compared compasses: standard S36°W; bridge S40°W; steering S43°W.


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18 August 1893

Making passage from Barbadoes to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Lat -20.38, Long -39.33


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Moderate wind and sea from South by West.

Steam alone, course SW¼S.

At 3.45pm passed a steamer standing to Northeastward.

Average steam 100 [pounds], revolutions 90.4.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from SSW to South by West.

At 7 o'clock passed a steamer, with white band in red cross on smoke stack, standing to Northward.

We showed colors, but she did not.

Steam 104 [pounds], revolutions 94.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate to stiff breeze from South by West.

At 9.30am called at quarters and drilled crew at "clear ship for action".

At end of watch under steam alone, course SW¼S (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 90.9.

Average revolutions 97.5, steam pressure 104 pounds.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, light showers during third hour.

Gentle to light breezes from SSW.

Steaming course SW¼S (per standard compass) until 12.24pm, when changed to SW½S (per standard compass), patent log reading 32.5.

Exchanged colors with an English tramp steamer, standing NE.

Average revolutions 97.8, steam 106 [pounds].


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, rain squalls around horizon.

Light breeze from SSW to WSW.

Steam alone, course SW½S.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters, after which exercised at setting up drill.

At 5.30pm sighted high land one point abaft starboard beam.

At 5.45pm passed a steamer standing to NE.

Average steam 100 [pounds], revolutions 91.5.

Land in sight along starboard hand at end of watch.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, light breeze from SW to SW by West.

Land shut out by darkness.

Course SW½S, nothing to the Westward.

Steam 100 [pounds], revolutions 93.5.


8pm to midnight:

Generally clear and pleasant.

Passed through several light fog belts.

Light breeze from SW by West to SSW.

Under steam alone, course SW½S (per standard compass), patent log (starboard) [reading] 13.8.

Average revolutions of engine 91.8 and steam pressure 91 pounds.


At 10.00am compared compasses: standard SW¼S; bridge SW¼W; steering SW⅞W.


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19 August 1893

At sea, and at anchor in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Lat -23.08, Long -42.62


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright starlight, heavy dew.

Light variable airs.

Moon set at 12.10am.

Steaming course SW½S (per standard compass) until 1.50am, when changed to WSW¼W (per standard compass), starboard patent log reading 78.2.

Ship rolling heavily at times to a light swell from Southward and Eastward.

Average revolutions 92.5, steam pressure 96 [pounds].


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from NE.

Steam alone, course WSW¼W.

Ship rolling easily to SE swell, maximum roll 12° each way.

At daybreak high land in sight West to starboard quarters.

At 7.40am changed course to West by South, patent log [reading] 81.4.

At end of watch Cape Frio lighthouse bore West (per standard [compass]), distant about 12 miles.

At 7.30am made sail.

Average steam 96 [pounds], revolutions 90.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Gentle to light breeze from North to NE.

Course West by South until 8.45am, it was then changed to West (log [reading] 2.8) and at 9.22am changed to W¼N.

Cape Frio at this time bore North per standard compass, distant about 4 miles.

At 10.30am sighted Corcovado Mountain bearing W½N.

At 11 o'clock sighted Haycock Island ahead.

At 11.22am set deck clock back 12 minutes.

At 11.33am took in and furled all sail.

Aired bedding.

Steam 102 [pounds], revolutions 93.2.

At 9.22am, on passing signal station at Cape Frio, showed our ensign and made international signal G.R.T.C., at 9.24am B.W. and at 9.48am W.B.R.

Off Cape Frio ship rolled from 10° port to 8° starboard.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from NE first two hours and from South by West last two hours.

At 12.40pm changed course to WNW⅛W (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 50.0, and at 2.25pm to NW½W, patent log 63.1, at 3.05pm to NNW, patent log 71.3, at this time hauled in patent logs.

Then steered various course for anchorage.

At 3.14pm came to anchor in 5½ fathoms water, with port anchor, 10 fathoms of chain.

At 2.55pm made international signal B.Q.G.H.

An officer from each of the following war vessels came on board to extend the usual courtesies: the Brazilian flagship "Trajano"; the British gunboat H.M.S. "Beagle"; and the Portuguese gunboat "Mindello" ["Mindella" in log-book].

A salute of 21 guns was fired, Brazilian flag at the main, and this salute was answered by fort on shore.

A salute of 13 guns with Brazilian flag at fore was fired for Brazilian Admiral.

This was also returned.

In firing the salutes expended 34 6-pounder rapid fire Hotchkiss saluting charges.

Bearings from anchorage: East end of Rat Island N28°W and Calhabouco [Point] [Calhabouca in log-book] light S77°W (per standard compass), ship's head SW.


Haycock Island is probably Ilha Redonda, described as haycock shaped.

Today Calhabouco Point is the Northwestern corner of Santo Dumont Airport.


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4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light SSW breeze until last hour, when wind became variable in force and direction.

Veered 25 fathoms chain at 4.30pm, after which allowed fires to die out.

An officer from this ship returned the visits of courtesy from the Brazilian flagship "Trajano", the English gunboat H.M.S. "Beagle", and the Portuguese gunboat "Mindello".

By order of Commanding Officer W. Howlley, Coal Passer, R.G. McGowan, Coal Passer, and W.S. Tripp, Coal Passer, were placed in the brig, with door opened, in charge of a sentry, Howlley's and McGowan's punishment for the period of 7 days in port, for being slow in obeying orders, and Tripp's for 10 days in port, for being drunk on duty.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, hazy about horizon.

Calm to light airs from NE.


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20 August 1893

At anchor in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Lat -22.904, Long -43.164


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Light airs from Northward and Eastward.

Heavy dew.

Ship swung to ebb tide at 1.45am.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, light drizzling rain.

Light airs from North by West to WNW.

At 6 o'clock a German steamer came in from the Northward and anchored outside fort, she passed in at 8 o'clock.

Received in Paymaster's Department for use of crew: 101¼ pounds fresh beef; 101¼ pounds fresh vegetables; and 81 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Damp, rainy weather, hazy about the horizon.

Calms and light airs from NW.

At 10.00am Commanding Officer inspected the ship and the crew at quarters.

The Captain of H.M.S. "Beagle" called on the Commanding Officer.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and rainy, cleaning latter part.

Light airs and calm.

At 3.00pm swung to ebb tide.

Sent a liberty party ashore.


4pm to 8pm:

Cool, foggy and rainy weather.

Light to moderate breeze from SSW.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, misty and damp.

Calm and light variable airs.

Barometer high.

Liberty party returned aboard at 8.05pm.


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21 August 1893

At anchor in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Lat -22.904, Long -43.164


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Light NW breeze.


4am to 8am:

Weather rainy, cold and foggy.

Gentle breeze from WNW first part, calms and light airs from SSE latter part.


8am to meridian:

Overcast.

Light airs and breezes from South to SE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, followed by divisional drills: Powder [Division] stations; Navigator's [Division] setting up exercise; 1st [Division] great guns and 2nd battery; 2nd [Division] single sticks; 3rd [Division] setting up exercise.

Ran in guns number 3, 4, 5 and 6, overhauled pistons and slides.

Received on board in Supplies and Accounts [Department]: £5985.

The Commanding Officer made official visits to H.M.S. "Beagle" and the Portuguese vessel "Mindello" ["Mindella" in log-book].


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and threatening.

Light SE breeze.

Restored after shell room.

Captain paid official calls on the Brazilian Admirals commanding respectively the fleet, the dock yard, Fort Villegagnon and the Naval school.

At 4.00pm a small Brazilian cruiser left dock yard and anchored in harbor.


4pm to 8pm:

Clearing weather, bright starlight and moonlight latter part.

Light airs from ESE.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters, followed by setting up exercise.

Tested searchlights.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine.

Gentle ESE breeze.


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22 August 1893

At anchor in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Lat -22.904, Long -43.164


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight, light airs from NE to ENE.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Calm, light airs from NNE to NNW.

Received for crew: 101¼ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 81 pounds fresh bread.

Riding to ebb tide until 8.00am, when began to swing to flood tide.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Light Northwesterly airs.

At 9.00am loosed sail.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and exercised divisions as follows: 1st and 4th [Divisions] single sticks; 2nd [Division] infantry; 3rd [Division] great guns; Powder [Division] stations.

Received official visits from Captain of Portuguese war vessel "Mindello", also from officers representing the Admiral commanding the dock yard, also from Captain and Flag Lieutenant of Brazilian flagship "Trajano".

Overhauling searchlight projectors.

Stowing the torpedo room with the excess of fixed ammunition.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm and light NNW airs.

At 2 o'clock the Portuguese man-of-war "Mindello" slipped moorings and under tow of tug proceeded to upper harbor.

Received an official visit from the aide to the Naval Commandant of Fort Villegagnon.

At 3.40pm furled sail.

Engaged touching up spots on ship's side.

Overhauled freeing ports and searchlight projectors.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light variable airs and calm.

Making preparations for coaling.


8pm [am in log-book] to midnight:

Fine weather.

Calm.


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23 August 1893

At anchor in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Lat -22.904, Long -43.164


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather, hazy about horizon, heavy dew falling.

Calms and light airs from WNW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine, hazy about horizon.

Light NW airs.

At 6.15am two coal lighters came alongside and [at] 6.25am began coaling ship, shore people landing coal on rail, ship's company dumping and stowing.

Two lighters containing a total of 172 tons.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 101¼ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables; 81 pounds bread.

J.K. Paterson, Coxswain, left ship on leave of absence until Friday night.

American bark "Julia Rollins", Baltimore, came in and anchored.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, hazy, light airs from NNE and NNW.

Engaged coaling ship.

Served out monthly money.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm and light airs from SE to SSE.

The Brazilian Rear Admiral, Commandant of the Naval school, visited the ship, and upon his departure at 12.50pm a salute of 13 guns was fired, Brazilian flag at fore.

This salute was promptly answered by the Brazilian flagship "Trajano".

At 2.48pm the Italian gunboat "Giovanni Bausan" dropped anchor in the harbor, she fired a national salute of 21 guns, which was promptly answered from the fort.

At 3.15pm a salute of 13 guns for [the] Brazilian Admiral was fired by the "Giovanni Bausan" and this was promptly answered by the Brazilian flagship "Trajano".

Sent an officer on board the "Giovanni Bausan" to extend the usual courtesies.

This visit was returned.

Engaged in coaling ship.

Emptied two lighters containing total of 172 tons, and two others containing a total of 98.2 tons were brought alongside.

In saluting expended 13 6-pounder rapid fire saluting charges.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, hazy.

Light airs from SSE, calm last half.

At 6 o'clock stopped coaling for the day, having received onboard approximately 255 tons.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, thick haze about horizon.


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24 August 1893

At Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Lat -22.904, Long -43.164


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather.

Calm and light airs from North.

Moon set about 3.45am.

Hazy.

Riding to ebb tide from 12.30am.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Calm and hazy.

At 6.10am two lighters containing each 55 tons were brought alongside.

We then commenced coaling.

Received in Paymaster's Department for use of crew: 101¼ pounds fresh beef; 101¼ pounds fresh vegetables; and 81 pounds fresh bread.

At "all hands" discovered A. Arial, Landsman, and E.A. Chavannes, Apprentice Second-class, had left the ship during the night without permission.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Light airs from NE.

Hazy.

Engaged in coaling ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and threatening weather.

Light to moderate breezes in squalls from SSW.

Riding to ebb tide.

At 2.15pm finished coaling ship, having received a total of 372 tons of bituminous coal.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy, foggy about the horizon, light drizzling rain last two hours.

Light to moderate breeze from SSW.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, drizzling rain first part, misty.

Light airs to gentle breezes from SSW and West.

Flood tide.


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25 August 1893

At anchor in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Lat -22.904, Long -43.164


Midnight to 4am:

Continuous drizzling rain.

Light WNW breeze.


4am to 8am:

Cold, drizzling rain.

Gentle breeze from SW by West.

Foggy about horizon.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 101¼ pounds fresh beef; 101¼ pounds vegetables; and 76 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Drizzling rain during greater part of watch.

Light airs and breezes from SW.

Absent from ship without leave: A. Arial, Landsman, and E.A. Chavannes, Apprentice Second-class.

The Commanding Officer awarded the following punishments: J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, profanity, to be kept at work constantly for three days, except at meal hours, and reduced to 3rd conduct class; H.F. Laing, Apprentice First-class, disobedience of orders of Officer of Deck, extra duty by assisting Quartermaster for 3 days.

A class of 16 cadets, with officer in charge, from the Brazilian Naval school came aboard and were shown around the vessel.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, continuous drizzle.

Gentle SSW breeze.

At 12.10pm United States Minister to Brazil came on board.

At 12.40pm received a visit from Consul General to Rio [de] Janeiro.

At 2.00pm Lamport and Holt [Line]'s steamer "Wordsworth" ["Wadsworth" in log-book] came in and anchored, having on board the successor of the present United States Minister to Brazil.

At 2.15pm United States Minister left ship and was saluted with 13 guns.

At 2.25pm United States Consul General left ship and was saluted with 9 guns.

Expended 22 saluting charges, primers and corks.

Received in Engineer's Department: 300 gallon olive oil for lubricating purposes; also 4 pieces bilge suction piping.

Received in Construction [Department]: one grating for forward scuttle.

Received in Navigator's Department: one gland for dynamo.


4pm to 8pm:

Drizzling rain.

Light airs from SSW to SE.

Received in Engineer's Department: 70 grate bars.

Returned two lengths of bilge piping to be refitted by contractor.

By order of Commanding Officer released from confinement W. Howlley, Coal Passer, and R.E. McGowan, Coal Passer.

J.R. Pederson, Coxswain, returned from 3 days' furlough.


8pm to midnight:

Continuous drizzle.

SW airs.


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26 August 1893

At anchor in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Lat -22.904, Long -43.164


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and raining entire watch, light airs from West and calm.


4am to 8am:

Continuous rain.

Light to gentle breezes from West to SW.

Received for crew the following fresh provisions: 96¼ pounds beef and vegetables; 71 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, continuous drizzle.

Light variable airs.

By order of Captain placed R.J. Cooney, Seaman, in solitary confinement on bread and water for five days, for disobedience of orders in failing to return immediately from shore with dinghy and remaining on shore one hour, also reduced him to 4th [conduct] class.

At 11.15am water boat came alongside, and at 11.30am began pumping fresh water into boilers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, continuous light rain, light breeze from SW.

Received 18,000 gallons fresh water from the Companhia União.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, continuous drizzle.

Calm and SW airs.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters, A. Arial, Landsman, and E.A. Chavannes, Apprentice Second-class, absent without leave.

Received in Engineer's Department: 2 bilge suction pipes; and 30 grate bars.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty, light rain last hour, light airs to light breeze from WNW to West.


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27 August 1893

At anchor in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Lat -22.904, Long -43.164


Midnight to 4am:

Cold, drizzling rain.

Light airs to light breeze from West to SW.

Commenced swinging to ebb at 2.30am, and finished at 3.30am.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, continuous drizzle.

Calm and light airs from West.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 96¼ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables; 88 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and rainy.

Calm, then light airs from NW.

Absentees A. Arial, Landsman, and E.A. Chavannes, Apprentice Second-class.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy, drizzling rain last hour, hazy about the horizon.

Calms and light airs from SW.

At 1.55pm commenced swinging to ebb, and finished at 2.05pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, misty and rainy.

Light airs from NW to West, calm at times.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, foggy about horizon, drizzling rain.

Calms and light airs from South by West.


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28 August 1893

At anchor in Rio de Janeiro, and under way

Lat -22.904, Long -43.164


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, misty and foggy, with steady rain during first part of watch.

Light breeze from West by North and calm.

Swinging to ebb tide from 2.00am to 3.00am.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty, light airs from WNW.

Received in Paymaster's Department for use of crew: 96¼ pounds fresh beef; 96¼ pounds fresh vegetables; and 77 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy.

Calm and light airs from WNW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Absentees without permission: A. Arial, Landsman; and E.A. Chavannes, Apprentice Second-class.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 1000 pounds salt beef; 1600 pounds salt pork; 60 gallons beans; 200 pounds of rice; 200 pounds dried fruit; 400 pounds of pickles; 45 gallons molasses; 40 gallons of vinegar; 500 pounds vegetables.

Received in Department of Construction and Repair: 2 dozen padlocks; 1 dozen brass bolts; 1 gross of wood screws; 3 pieces of lumber, 20 feet x 5 inches x 4 inches; 1 piece of hard wood; 1 bag sand; 1 barrel of cement.

Received in Equipment Department, exempted classes: 300 feet of bell wire; 2 file cleaners.

At 11.00am started fires under boilers B, C and D.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy.

Calm.

Received on board: 2 barrels cement and two bags sand (flux); 10 pounds tacks.

Made preparations for sea.

At 2.40pm the United States Minister to Brazil came aboard and was received with appropriate honors, upon his departure at 3.30pm a salute of 13 guns was fired, with the American flag at the fore.

The Commanding Officer of the Italian man-of-war "Giovanni Bausan" paid an official visit to the ship.

Expended 13 saluting charges, primers and corks (6-pounder ammunition).

By order of the Commanding Officer A. Arial, Landsman, and E.A. Chavannes, Apprentice Second-class, were declared deserters from the 23rd of this month.

Dropped and tested lifebuoys.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and damp, hazy about the horizon.

Calms and light airs from Southward.

At 5.20pm got under way and stood out of harbor.

At 6.00pm course SSW⅜W (per standard compass), patent logs [reading]: starboard 20.3; port 71.2.

Average revolutions 100 and steam pressure 120 pounds.

Received in Department of Construction and Repair: 2 bags of sand.

Draft of ship forward 13 feet 6 inches and aft 16 feet 6 inches.

At 4.40pm mustered at quarters.


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6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy but pleasant.

Light airs and breeze from North to NE.

Standing to Southward out of Rio [de Janeiro] harbor.

At 6.25pm took departure, South end of Rasa Island [Raza Island in log-book] bearing NE by North, distant ¾ mile.

Set course SW½S (per standard compass), patent log reading 25 miles [knots in log-book].

At end of watch steaming course SW½S, Rasa Island light bearing NE¾N (per compass), distant about 18 miles, patent log [reading] 42.2.

Average revolutions 101.9, steam 115 [pounds].


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and damp, drizzling last hour.

Light SE breezes.

Course SW½S.

At 8.50pm lost sight of [Rasa Island] light bearing NE½N.

By order of Captain released George Tripp, Coal Passer, from confinement, and restored him to duty.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 100.


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29 August 1893

Making passage from Rio de Janeiro to Montevideo

Lat -25.69, Long -45.30


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, light passing showers.

Gentle ESE breeze.

Under steam alone, four boilers, course SW½S.

Steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 108.4.


4am to 8am:

Foggy, continuous drizzling rain latter part.

Light to moderate breeze from ESE to SE by East.

Under steam alone.

Course SW½S (per standard [compass]), patent log at end of watch [reading] 78.6.

Average revolutions 107 and steam pressure 105 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, with drizzling rain during first three hours.

Light to moderate breezes from ESE.

Steaming course SW½S (per standard compass).

At 11.45am set fore staysail, fore and main trysails.

Set clock back 10 minutes during last hour.

Average revolutions 105.1, steam pressure 113 [pounds].

Moderate sea from Eastward and Southward.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and damp.

Moderate wind and sea from SE by East.

Steam and sail, course SW½S.

At 2.00pm passed a bark standing SW.

Average steam 105.4 [pounds], revolutions 107.5.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, moderate breeze from ESE.

Under steam, fore and mainsail and fore staysail, course SW½S.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 111.5.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters and had setting up drill.

Maximum roll 10° starboard and 5° port.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, hazy about the horizon.

Moderate breeze from ESE.

Under steam and fore staysail, fore and main trysail.

Course at end of watch SW½S (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 20.1.

Average revolutions 107 and steam pressure 105 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with light passing showers, clearing latter part.

Moderate sea and breeze from ESE.

At 8.05pm changed course from SW½S to SW¾S (per standard compass).

Fore staysail, fore and main trysails set.

Average revolutions 105, steam 106 [pounds].


Compass comparison: standard SW½S; bridge SW; steering SW⅝W.


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30 August 1893

Making passage from Rio de Janeiro to Montevideo

Lat -29.73, Long -48.58


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, cool and pleasant.

Gentle East by South breeze.

Steam and sail, course SW¾S.

Bright moonlight.

Clouds passing over from WSW.

Average steam 106.5 [pounds], revolutions 112.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy first half, clear last.

At 4.30am East by South breeze died away and was soon followed by light breeze from SW, which hauled to South by West last hour and increased somewhat in force.

At 4.25am took in fore and main trysail, and at 4.50am took in staysail.

Course SW¾S.

Average steam 110 [pounds], average revolutions 111.3.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from South by West.

At 9.05am set fore staysail and trysail, and at 10.00am set jib and fore and main gaff topsails.

At 9.30am drilled divisions at quarters as follows: 1st Division small arms; 2nd Division great guns; 3rd Division and Navigator's Division single sticks; 4th Division small arms; Powder Division stations.

At end of watch under steam and all sail, except spanker and mizzen gaff topsail, course SW¾S (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 10.5.

Average revolutions 108 and steam pressure 108 pounds.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, cool.

Gentle breeze from SE.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course SW¾S (per standard compass), same sail as preceding watch.

Cleaned and painted forward shell room.

Average revolutions 104.4, steam 100 pounds.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and cool.

Light SE breeze.

Steam and sail, course SW¾S.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 108.1.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate breeze from SE.

Under steam and all sail, excepting that of the mizzen, course SW¾S.

Average steam 110 [pounds], average revolutions 110.8.

By order of the Commanding Officer released R.J. Cooney, Seaman, from confinement and restored him to duty.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SE.

Under all sail, except spanker and mizzen gaff topsail.

At 8.23pm changed course to SW by South (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 4.9.

At end of watch course SW by South (per standard compass), patent log 47.2.

Average revolutions 109, and steam pressure 108 pounds.

Moon rose at 9.20pm.


Compass comparison: standard SW¾S; bridge SW⅛S; steering SW½W.


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31 August 1893

Making passage from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -33.52, Long -52.07


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, cool.

Moderate breeze and sea from East by North.

Steaming course SW by South (per standard compass), under all sail, except spanker and mizzen gaff topsail.

Average revolutions 106.4, steam pressure 101.5 [pounds].


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine.

Light to moderate breeze from ENE to ESE.

Steam and sail, course SW by South.

At 8.00am changed course to SW½S.

Average steam 100 [pounds], revolutions 101.8.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy.

Moderate breeze from ESE to East by South.

At 9.30am went to general quarters, times as follows, namely: 1st and 4th [Divisions] 4 minutes 55 seconds; 2nd [Division] 2 minutes 8 seconds; 3rd [Division] 3 minutes 1 second; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 10 seconds; Powder [Division] 4 minutes 52 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 2 minutes 11 seconds; Marines 1 minute 8 seconds.

At 10.18am secured, times: 1st and 4th [Division] 2 minutes 31 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 50 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 49 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 15 seconds; Powder [Division] 3 minutes 47 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 30 seconds; Marines 1 minute 15 seconds.

The magazine and shell room flood cocks were examined and found in working order, the watertight doors were closed and found in good order.

At 8.35am took in jib and fore gaff topsail, and at 9.15am took in main gaff topsail.

At 9.14am changed course to SW (log [reading] 53.4).

At 11.30am set deck clock back 12 minutes.

The ship being under staysail, fore and main trysails, with a moderate sea on port quarters, 5½ [rolls per minute] to starboard and 5 [rolls per minute] to port, commencing the count with ship on even keel and first roll to starboard.

The maximum roll to starboard was 9° and to port 5°.

Average steam 95 [pounds], average steam 100.5 [pounds].


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy weather.

Moderate to stiff breeze from East by South.

Long swell from ESE.

By clinometer in chart house ship rolling as follows: maximum roll to starboard 18° and to port 14°; average 12° to starboard 10° to port; number of rolls per minute 5 each way.

Barometer falling.

At 12.40pm changed course to SW½W (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 92.8.

At end of watch under steam and fore staysail, fore and main trysails, course SW½W (per standard compass), patent log 29.0.

Average revolutions 96.7 and steam pressure 92.5 [pounds].

Restowed forward shell room and refilled the recoil cylinders of all 6-inch breech loading rifles.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, threatening weather.

Moderate breeze and sea from East by South.

Steaming course SW½W (per standard compass).

At 5.30pm took in fore staysail, fore and main trysails.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters and exercised at setting up.

Average revolutions 95, steam 99 [pounds].

At 5.00pm stopped engines for 3 minutes and got a sounding in 4 fathoms, dark speckled, sand bottom.


Approved: [signed] P.F. Harrington, Commander U.S. Navy, Commanding.


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6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and threatening.

Moderate wind and sea from East.

Raining at end of watch.

Course SW½W, steam alone.

At 7.10pm changed course to SW, patent log [reading] 61.4.

At 7.37pm sighted Cape Polonio light bearing about WSW.

Average steam 98 [pounds], revolutions 92.7.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with continuous light rain.

Moderate breeze from East to SE, fresh squalls from East by South 2nd hour, occasional flashes of lightning to Westward.

Under steam alone, course SW.

At 8.03pm sounded in 13½ fathoms, gray sand and black specks.

At 8.09pm Polonio [Polonia in log-book] light bore West (log [reading] 71), and at 8.38pm it was abeam, distant 4.9 miles, log 75.9.

At 9.10pm sounded in 30 fathoms.

At 9.45pm sighted [Cabo] St. Maria light bearing WSW½W.

At 10.18pm it bore West, log 93.2, and at 10.45pm it was abeam, distant 4.9 miles, at this time sounded in 16 fathoms, coarse gray sand, black shells.

Steam 98 [pounds], revolutions 95.

Maximum roll to starboard 20°, port 15°, number per minute 6 to starboard, 5 to port.



LOGS FOR SEPTEMBER 1893


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1 September 1893

At anchor in quarantine ground, Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -34.93, Long -56.23


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, drizzling rain, hazy about the horizon.

Barometer falling.

Moderate breeze from East by South.

At 1.15am got cast of lead by Sir William Thomson's [Thompson in log-book] sounding machine in 19 fathoms, gray sand, white specks, at 3.20am in 11 fathoms, same bottom, and at 4.00am in 11½ fathoms, same bottom.

At 3.00am changed course to W½N (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 43.4.

Under steam alone.

At end of watch course W½N (per standard compass), patent log 55.2.

Average revolutions 99.7 and steam pressure 98.5 [pounds].

At times ship rolled 11° to starboard and 7° to port, 5 rolls each way per minute by clinometer in pilot house.


4am to 8am:

Stormy, with continuous rain.

Stiff breeze and moderate sea from East by South.

Steaming course W½N (per standard compass), at 4.30am changed course to NW by West, and at 5.00am changed back to W½N.

At 7.35am sighted Flores Island light bearing NW½W per standard compass, patent log reading 92.

Changed course to WNW (per standard compass).

Made the following soundings: at 4.30am 13 fathoms, patent log [reading] 59.7; 5.00am 13 fathoms, patent log 65.9; 5.30am 11 fathoms, log 70.6; 6.00am 12½ fathoms, log 76.0; 6.30am 10 fathoms, log 80.9; 7.12am 8 fathoms, log 88.

Lost sinker of Thomson's [Thompson in log-book] sounding apparatus.

At 8.00am Flores Island light bore North by East, distant 1 mile.

Average revolutions 98.9, steam pressure 103 [pounds].


8am to meridian:

Overcast, squally and rainy.

Fresh SE wind.

Course WNW, steam alone.

At 8.12am Flores Island bearing NNE¼E, changed course to West by South, patent log 97.2.

At 9.07am Punta Brava light abeam, hauled in patent log reading 7.0.

Called all hands and stood in for an anchorage under [in in log-book] conn of Captain.

At 9.34am came to with port anchor in 4 fathoms, veering to 45 fathoms chain.

Draft of ship forward 12 feet 8 inches, aft 16 feet 4 inches.

Bearings from anchorage: the cathedral NE¼N, the mount NW¾N by standard compass, [ship's] head SE by East.

At 10.45am health boat came alongside.

By direction of health authorities hoisted quarantine flag.

At 9.50am set clock back 17 minutes.

At 11.35am fired a salute of 21 guns, Uruguayan flag at main.

At 11.50am fired a salute of 11 guns, Brazilian flag at fore.

Expended in Ordnance [Department]: 32 saluting charges, primers and corks.

Banked fires in A and C boilers, fires dying out under boilers B and D.


Meridian to 4pm:

Commenced overcast, with drizzling rain, clearing somewhat at close [of watch].

Moderate breeze from South to South by West.

At 1.50pm the fort on the Cerro hoisted the United States ensign and returned the salute fired by this ship on arrival this morning.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from South by East.


6pm to 8pm:

Bright starlight.

Moderate to stiff breezes from South by East.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Moderate wind, fresh in squalls from South.

Ebb tide.

Ship across wind and tide till 11.00pm, when swung to wind.

Moon rose at 11.42pm.


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2 September 1893

At anchor in quarantine ground, Montevideo, Uruguay

Lat -34.93, Long -56.23


Midnight to 4am:

Fine and cool, light breeze from South by West to SSW.

Bright starlight.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from SSW.

Made preparations for coaling ship.

At 7.15am coal lighter came alongside.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 98¾ pounds fresh beef; 98¾ pounds vegetables; and 79 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Gentle to light breezes from SSW.

Officers from the Argentine vessel "Veinticinco De Mayo" ["25th of May" in log-book] and the Brazilian vessel [left blank] came alongside to extend the usual courtesies.

Coaling ship from one lighter, coal in bags, average weight per bag 312 pounds, using one cargo boom and whipping up 4 bags at a time with steam capstan.

Received during watch 814 bags, 112 tons, of bituminous coal.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine.

Gentle SSW breeze.

Coaling ship.

At 2.00pm bunkers were filled, having received 134 tons, began taking in coal in bags for a deck load.

Received in Ordnance Department: 1 3-foot steel bar.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather, light airs from SSW first hour, second hour from ESE.

Finished coaling, having received 174 tons, including 40 tons in bags, which were stowed on the quarterdeck.

Received for use in the Engineer's Department: 102 gallons olive oil.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Light airs from NE to NNE.


8pm to midnight:

Bright starlight, cool.

Light airs to gentle breezes from NNW.

Riding to strong ebb tide.


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3 September 1893

At sea, making passage from Montevideo to Sandy Point

Lat -35.27, Long -56.43


Midnight to 4am:

Cool and pleasant.

Moderate breeze, fresh in puffs, from North by West to South by West.

Ebb tides.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cold.

Moderate to gentle breeze from SSW to SW by West.

At 6.40am got under way, hauled down quarantine flag and stood out of Montevideo, course SW by South, put over log at 7 o'clock, it reading 7.7.

At 7.25am changed to SW, log [reading] 8.7.

Steam 90 [pounds], revolutions 40.

Draft 14 feet forward, 16 feet 8 inches aft.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, cold weather.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SW to SW by South.

Under steam alone.

Made the following changes of course (per standard compass): at 9.54am to SW by South, patent log [reading] 22.0; at 9.58am to SSW, patent log 22.3; at 10.00am to South by West, patent log 22.6; at 11.00am to South, patent log 28.5, steered this course remainder of watch.

At 9.50am passed close by British steamship "Port Jackson" of London, lying at anchor.

Average revolutions 59.8 and steam pressure 114 pounds.


Meridian to 4pm:

Unsettled weather.

Moderate to stiff breezes in squalls from SSW to WSW.

Steaming course South (per standard compass) until 12.15pm, when changed course to SSW (per standard compass).

Sounding every 15 minutes, depths ranging between 7 and 8¼ fathoms.

Fresh squall from SSW, with driving rain, during third hour.

Average revolutions 62.8, steam 110.5 pounds.

Sea smooth.


4pm to 6pm:

Cool and pleasant.

Fresh wind from SW by West to SW by South.

Steam alone, course SSW.

At 4.00pm got cast in 8¾ fathoms.

At 4.05pm changed course to South by East, patent log [reading] 59.2.

At 4.40pm mustered at quarters.

At 5.00pm got cast in 9 fathoms.

At 6.00pm got cast in 9 fathoms.

Average steam 115 [pounds], revolutions 58.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and cold.

Moderate breezes from SW by South.

Under steam alone, course South by East.

At 6 o'clock started fires under B boiler.

Sounding at intervals of 15 minutes, at end of watch 10¾ fathoms.

At 7.40pm made flare of revolving light on Cape [Point in log-book] San Antonio bearing S½W, this light could be seen from the masthead.

Average steam 118 [pounds], average revolutions 55.2.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold.

Moderate to stiff breeze from SW by South.

Under steam alone.

At 9.40pm Cape [Point in log-book] San Antonio light showed above horizon.

Made the following changes of course (per standard compass): at 10.00pm to SSE, patent log [reading] 90.8; at 10.35pm to SSE½E, patent log 94.8; at 11.50pm to SE by South, patent log 4.6, on this course at end of watch.

At 11.30pm connected B boiler.

Average revolutions 68.5 and steam pressure 120 pounds.


Compass comparison: standard South by East; bridge South by E¼E; steering SSE.


Sandy Point is also known as Punta Arenas.


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4 September 1893

At sea, making passage from Montevideo to Sandy Point, Chile

Lat -37.60, Long -56.55


Midnight to 4am:

Variable weather, bright starlight, obscured at intervals by heavy passing cumulus-nimbus clouds from SW with light rain showers.

Moderate to fresh breeze in squalls from SW to SSW.

Short choppy sea from Southward and Westward.

Steaming course SE by South (per standard compass) with three boilers.

At 12.26am Cape San Antonio light bore West by South (per standard compass), log [reading] 9.1, at 1.20am it bore West by South (per standard compass), log 17.

At 1.30am lost Cape San Antonio light bearing about WNW¾W.

At 2.30am moon rose.

Average revolutions 86.3, steam 120 [pounds].


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cool, clearing towards end of watch.

Fresh wind from SW to SW by South.

Course SE by South.

At 6.00am unbent main trysail and gaff topsail, and lowered gaff.

At 6.30am changed course to SW by South, patent log [reading] 62.5.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 87.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, stiff to moderate breeze from SW by South to SSW.

The Commanding Officer assigned the following punishments, namely: J.B. Brennan, Private Marine Corps, lash and carry [hammocks] ½ hour earlier once, this for late hammocks; S.B. Howley, Landsman, to keep his watches on lee side of bridge for three nights and reduced to 2nd [conduct] class, for being asleep below during night watch on deck; J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, W.P. Munger, Apprentice First-class, and C.A. Barnes, Apprentice First-class, to lash and carry hammocks each watch one night; Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant, first watch on poop one night, for not turning out when ordered by Ship's Corporal; Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant, solitary confinement on bread and water for five days and 4th conduct class, for refusing duty.

Average steam 120 [pounds], average revolutions 89.4.

Course SW by South.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, fine weather.

Moderate to gentle breeze from SSW.

Course during and at end of watch SW by South, patent log [at] end of watch [reading] 47.5, under steam alone.

Average revolutions 87.2 and steam pressure 120 pounds.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze from South.

Smooth sea.

Steaming course SW by South (per standard compass).

At 4.30pm sighted low land along starboard beam and bow.

At 5.00pm sighted Cape Corrientes lighthouse bearing W⅜S (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 55.9.

At end of watch Cape Corrientes light bore NW by W½W, distant 12 miles.

Average revolutions 79.3, steam 115 [pounds].

Condemned by Quarterly Board of Survey and thrown overboard: 200 pounds flour.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light breezes from South.

Sea smooth.

Ship rolling easily, 5° each way, 6 rolls per minute.

At 7.35pm Cape Corrientes light bore NW by West (per compass).

At 6.15pm [sic] this light was abeam, distant about 11 miles.

At 8.00pm this light disappeared below horizon.

Tested searchlights from 7.00pm till 7.30pm, port light only poorly satisfactory.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 83.4.


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8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from North.

Very heavy dew.

Course SW by South.

At 8.15pm changed course to SSW¾W, patent log [reading] 84.6.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 79.6.


Compass comparison: standard SW by South; bridge SW⅜S; steering SW⅛W.


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5 September 1893

Making passage from Montevideo to Sandy Point, Chile

Lat -40.23, Long -59.72


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, light moderate breeze from NW by West to WNW, freshening at end of watch.

Course SSW¾W, under steam alone.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 83.4.

Moon rose at 3.40am.

S.B. Howley, Landsman, stood his watch on lee side of bridge, as ordered by the Commanding Officer as a punishment.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze to light airs from WNW first hour, and WSW last three hours.

Under steam alone, course during and at end of watch WSW¾W (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 92.2.

Average revolutions 87.1 and steam pressure 118 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light airs and breezes from West to NW.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course SSW¾W (per standard compass).

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions as follows: 1st [Division] single sticks; 2nd [Division] small arms; 3rd [Division] great guns; Powder [Division] infantry.

Average revolutions 92.8, steam 120 [pounds].

Set clock back 15 minutes during fourth hour of watch.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light to gentle breezes from NNE and North, hauling to North by West last hour.

Sails loosed to dry.

Broke out and dried cofferdams.

Set foresail and head sails.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 94.9.

By order of Commanding Officer [the following punishments were awarded]: E. Hannis, Seaman, and J.C. Fiske, Seaman Apprentice Second-class, late hammocks, to lash and carry at 3.50am September 6; H.C. Horton, Private Marine, disrespect to Corporal of Guard and accouterments not cleaned, extra duty 2 hours on and 4 hours off for five days and reduced to 2nd conduct class.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze from North.

Barometer falling.

Course SSW¾W, under steam and sail.

At 4.30pm exercised at fire quarters, ready in 2 minutes 40 seconds, secured in 2 minutes 40 seconds.

Bent main trysail and gaff topsail.

At 6.00pm set main trysail and took in fore topmast staysail and fore gaff topsail.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 88.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from North.

Under steam, staysail, fore and main trysails, course SSW¾W.

Average steam 119 [pounds], average revolutions 91.6.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, bright starlight, hazy about the horizon.

Gentle breeze from NW.

At 10.00pm changed course to SSW½W (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 38.8.

Under steam and fore staysail, fore and main gaff topsails.

Course at end of watch SSW½W (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 60.4.

Average revolutions 96.4 and steam pressure 120 pounds.


Compass comparison: standard SSW¾W; bridge S36°W; steering SW¼S.


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6 September 1893

Making passage from Montevideo to Sandy Point, Chile

Lat -43.28, Long -63.34


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool, bright starlight.

Gentle to fresh breezes from NW by North to SSW.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course SSW½W (per standard compass), under jib, fore and main trysails until 2.30am, when took in all sail.

Average revolutions 98, steam 120 [pounds].

H.R. Barker, Apprentice Second-class, and E. Hannis, Seaman, lashed and stowed their hammocks 10 minutes before their watch was called in compliance with punishment of Commanding Officer.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather; cool.

Moon rose at 4.50am.

Light airs and breezes from South.

Steam 117 [pounds], revolutions 91.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze from SSW to South.

Steam alone, course SSW½W.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions: Navigator's and 3rd [Divisions] single sticks; Powder, 1st and 4th Divisions small arms; 2nd Division great guns.

At 11.12am set clock back 12 minutes.

At meridian changed course to South, patent log [reading] 83.4.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 95.6.


Meridian to 4pm:

Commenced clear, cloudy at close [of watch], light breeze from South to SE.

Under steam alone, course South.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 83.

Sighted several whales about 3 o'clock and passed several detached pieces of kelp.


4pm to 6pm:

Partly cloudy and pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breeze from ENE to NE by East.

Under steam alone, course during and at end of watch South (per standard compass).

At end of watch patent log [reading] 42.7.

Average revolutions 91.8 and steam pressure 118 pounds.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy but pleasant, cool.

Light breezes from NE by East and NE.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course South (per standard compass).

Average revolutions 88.2, steam 120 [pounds].


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy and cool.

Light breezes, increasing to moderate breezes from NE.

Sea increasing slightly.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 91.


Compass comparison: standard SSW½W; bridge SW by South; steering SW½S.


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7 September 1893

At sea, making passage from Montevideo to Sandy Point

Lat -47.12, Long -64.69


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate wind and sea from NNW to North.

Steam alone, course South.

Barometer falling steadily to 29.78 [inches].

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 92.4.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Moderate breeze from North by West to NNW.

Under steam alone, course South.

Average steam 118 [pounds], average revolutions 95.1.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs to moderate breezes from NW first three hours, and West last hour.

At 8.20am set jib, fore staysail, fore and main trysails and gaff topsails.

At 10.40am took in all sail.

At 9.30am drilled at general quarters.

Times of casting loose: 1st Division 3 minutes 1 second; 2nd Division 3 minutes 32 seconds; 3rd Division 4 minutes 27 seconds; 4th Division 3 minutes 29 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 55 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 40 seconds; Powder [Division] and Marines 57 seconds.

Securing: 1st Division 2 minutes 38 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 9 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 51 seconds; 4th Division 2 minutes 58 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 20 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 40 seconds; Powder Division 5 minutes 16 seconds; Marines 1 minute 8 seconds.

Ship rolling at times 20° to starboard and 17° to port, 6 rolls both ways in 1 minute, longest time to a roll 9 seconds (per clinometer).

Course South (per standard compass), patent log at end of watch [reading] 21.0.

At 8.18am started fires under B boiler [probably D boiler].

Tested all flood cocks and found them in good order.


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, cool.

Gentle to light breezes from NW.

Steaming course South (per standard compass) until 1.00pm, when changed to S½W (per standard compass), patent log reading 30.3.

At 12.50pm set fore staysail, fore and main trysails.

At 3.45pm shortened sail.

At 1.30pm coupled on boiler D, steaming with four boilers.

Average revolutions 104.2, steam 120 [pounds].

Barometer falling.

Light swell from Northward and Westward.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and cool.

Light breezes from NNW, dying away and coming out about 6.00pm from SW in moderate squalls.

A heavy cloud bank with vivid lightning drifting to NE.

Light swell from Northward and Westward,

Ship rolling at times 8° port, 10° starboard, 6 rolls per minutes, observed by liquid clinometer in pilot house.

Steam 115 [pounds], revolutions 104.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and squally first hour, then clear and pleasant.

At 6.15pm wind shifted to SW by South in a fresh squall.

Steam alone, course S½W.

Average steam 115 [pounds], revolutions 106.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, damp and cold.

Gentle breeze first hour from WSW, hauling to West and increasing to moderate breeze with an occasional stiff puff from West until 11.50pm, when it shifted to SW and commenced to blow fresh.

At 9.30pm set staysail, fore and main trysail, and took them in at 11.50pm, at which time it was necessary to run the ship off to Southward and Eastward to save the fore trysail, the brails having carried away.

Course S½W.

Steam 120 [pounds], average revolutions 111.5.


Compass comparison: standard South; bridge S⅛E; steering S⅜E.


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8 September 1893

At sea, making passage from Montevideo to Sandy Point

Lat -50.52, Long -66.57


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and squally.

Fresh breeze, increasing to moderate gale from SW.

Thick passing clouds.

Sea moderate.

Under steam alone, course SW½W, patent log end of watch [reading] 4.7.

Average revolutions 109.9 and steam pressure 120 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Clear, squally.

Fresh breezes to moderate gale from SW.

Moderate, increasing to rough sea, occasionally coming aboard over the bows.

Steaming course S½W (per standard compass) until 7.25am, when slowed down engines to 40 revolutions, banked fires under boilers A and B.

At 7.40am hauled in patent log, reading 36.9.

During last half hour vessel hove to, riding easily and dry, drifting SE, 1 knot per hour.

Average revolutions 95.9, steam 118 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy, with occasional squalls accompanied by light rain.

Moderate to fresh breezes from SW, hauling to SSW last hour.

Ship hove to, making 40 revolutions, with helm hard aport.

Coming up to S½W and falling off to SSE.

Sea moderately rough, coming from SW.

Several patches of kelp seen occasionally.

Steam 118 [pounds], revolutions 40, banked [fires] in A and B boilers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and damp.

Moderate to strong winds in squalls from SSW to South by West.

At meridian increased to 50 revolutions.

At 12.50pm put over patent log, reading 37.2.

Course S½W.

At 12.30pm changed course to S¾W, patent log [reading] 38.1.

At 1.00pm increased to 60 revolutions.

Clearing weather towards end of watch.

Barometer rising 29.70 to 29.86.

Average steam 120 [pounds]. revolutions 68.4.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, wind and sea moderating from South by West.

Average steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 65.1.

Course S¾W.

Released Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant, from confinement, by order of the Commanding Officer.


6pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, cool weather.

Sea and wind moderating.

Gentle breeze from South by West.

Under steam alone, course S¾W (per standard compass), patent log end of watch [reading] 77.6.

Average revolutions 70.2 and steam pressure 119 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Bright starlight.

Light to gentle breezes from SSE to SSW.

Heavy dew.

Steaming course S¾W.

Average revolutions 70.2, steam 120 pounds.

Sea smooth.


Compass comparison: standard S¾W; bridge S¾W; steering S10°W.


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9 September 1893

At sea, and at anchor in Possession Bay

Lat -52.37, Long -69.04 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, cool and damp.

Light breezes from SW by South.

Course S¾W.

Making 70 revolutions, steam 120 [pounds].


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine.

Light breeze from West, shifting to SW and freshening.

Long Easterly swell.

At 5.50am increased speed to 100 revolutions.

At 6.00am changed course to SW, patent log [reading] 54.8.

At 6.50am sighted Cape Virgins bearing about West by South.

At 7.00am changed course to SW by South, patent log 65.9.

At 7.50am changed course to South, patent log 75.3.

At end of watch Cape Virgins bore West, distant about 8 miles.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 85.5.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Moderate breeze from West by South to West.

Standing into the entrance of Magellan Straits, conned by the Commanding Officer.

At 8.20am changed course to SW, at 8.40am to WSW, at 8.48am West by South, at 10.50am West by North, and at 11.30am to West.

At 9.19am beacon on Dungeness Point was abeam distant 1½ miles, at 11.30am beacon on Possession Point abeam, distant 1½ miles.

Sighted a wreck on Dungeness Point, on Eastern side, about one mile from the point, also noticed that the beacon on Possession Point had been blown over on its side.

At end of watch standing in for anchorage in Possession Bay.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 104.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle to light breezes from West and West by South.

Standing in for Stonewall Anchorage.

At 12.30pm hauled in patent log, reading 22.7.

At 12.38pm [12.28pm in log] anchored in 14¾ fathoms, with 45 fathoms of chain on port anchor, bottom shells and dark sand.

Draught of water forward 13 feet 0 inches, aft 16 feet 5 inches.

Banked fires under all boilers.

Bearings of anchorage Possession Bay (per standard compass): Monte Aymond [Monte Agmond in log-book] W½N, Direction Island [probably Banco Direccion] beacon SW¼S.

Sent whaleboat ashore with hunting party.

Exchanged colors and made our international number to a French tramp steamer, standing out of straits to Eastward.

Expended at small arm practice 75 .45 caliber ammunition.

Ship began to swing to slack ebb tide at 3.30pm.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant, cool.

Light airs and breezes from West by South.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

Ship swinging to slack tide during watch.

Light swell from seaward setting into anchorage.

Barometer steady.


6pm to 8pm:

Partially clear and cool.

Light airs and breezes from West by South to NW.

Ship swinging to flood tide, finished at 7.30pm.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine, bright starlight, heavy dew.

Light breeze from NW to West by North.

Riding to a feeble flood tide until 11.00pm, when began to swing to ebb.


Compass comparison: standard W½N; bridge WNW; steering NW by W¼W.


Cape Virgins is also known as Cabo Virgenes.


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10 September 1893

At sea, and at anchor in Sandy Point, Magellan Straits

Lat -52.95, Long -70.70


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Light to gentle breeze from NW by West.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine.

Light to gentle breeze from NW by West.

At 5.50am got under way and stood in the straits for Sandy Point.

Steered various courses under conn of Commanding Officer.

Draft of ship forward 13 feet 0 inches and aft 16 feet 5 inches.

Average revolutions 112.2 and steam pressure 118 [pounds].


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant, cool.

Moderate breeze from West.

Steaming though Second Narrows, Queen Channel and Broad Reach for Sandy Point.

At end of watch Cape Porpesse [Cape Porpoise in log-book] abeam, distant [left blank] miles.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters for inspection.

Average revolutions 111.8, steam 117.5 [pounds].

Exchanged colors with a German bark.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially cloudy and cool.

Gentle breezes from West.

Standing in to anchorage at Sandy Point.

At 12.26pm hauled in patent log, reading 3.0.

At 12.36pm anchored in 10 fathoms water, hard bottom, and veered to 30 fathoms on port chain.

Banked fires in C and D boilers and allowed fires to die out in A and B.

Sent liberty party ashore, pratique having been granted by Health Officer, who visited the ship at 1.00pm.

Bearings of anchorage: Sandy Point light NW by North, magnetic, Sandy Point beacon North by East, magnetic.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs from West.

At 5.07pm Chilean cruiser "Magallanes" ["Magellanes" in log-book] came in and anchored.

Sent an officer to board her, his visit being promptly returned.

Liberty party returned, with exception of L.N. Badene, Chief Boatswain's Mate, and G.L. Kerr, Chief Quartermaster.


6pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, light airs to light breeze from West to WNW.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy.

Calms to light airs from North by West.

At 8.35pm the body of Louis N. Badene, Chief Boatswain's Mate, was brought aboard by boat from Chilean cruiser "Magallanes" ["Magellanes" in log-book].

The petty officer in charge reported that the body had been recovered from the water at wharf.

Body was examined at once by surgeon of this ship, who reported that death had apparently occurred some hours before, and the probable cause drowning.


Second Narrows is also known as Segunda Angostura.

Queen Channel is also known as Canal Reina.

Broad Reach is also known as Paso Ancho.

Sandy Point is also known as Punta Arenas.


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11 September 1893

At Sandy Point, Magellan Straits

Lat -53.14, Long -70.84


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, cool.

Light breeze from NW to NW by West.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, cool.

Light breezes from NNW and NW.

At 7.00am got under way and went alongside coal hulk.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 98¾ pounds beef; 98¾ pounds vegetables; 79 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Cold and cloudy.

Wind light from NW by North to West.

At 8.50am began coaling ship.

Captain paid official visits to Captain of Chilean cruiser "Magallanes", Governor of Punta Arenas and Captain of Port.

Captain of "Magallanes" paid official visit to ship.

By order of Captain confined D. Watkins, First-class Fireman, for 5 days on bread and water, for using threatening and abusive language to Machinist of watch.

G.L. Kerr, Chief Quartermaster, absent without leave.

Received 34 tons coal during watch.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from South by West to SW.

Engaged coaling ship.

Received during watch approximately 30 tons.

G.L. Kerr, Chief Quartermaster, returned on board under charge of Master-at-Arms, 21 hours over time.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from West to West by South.

At 5.30pm finished coaling.

Received on board during day a total of 75 tons.

At 5.40pm cast off from the coal barge and steamed inshore for an anchorage.

At 5.55pm came to anchor in 8½ fathoms of water, hard sand bottom, and veered to 30 fathoms at water's edge on port chain.

Allowed fires to die out under both (A and B) boilers.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs from West and WSW.

Received on board one coffin for the body of L.N. Badene, late Chief Boatswain's Mate.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy, cool.

Calm and light airs from WSW to NW.


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12 September 1893

At anchor in Sandy Point, Magellan Straits

Lat -53.14, Long -70.84


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Calm and Westerly airs.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, calm and light airs from North.

Received in Paymaster's Department for use of crew: 98¾ pounds fresh beef; 98¾ pounds fresh vegetables; and 79 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NNE.

At 9.00am the crew and officers of the ship assembled on quarter deck, and the Commanding Officer read the funeral service over the remains of Louis N. Badene, Chief Boatswain's Mate.

At 9.30am the funeral party left the ship with body, Lieutenant Fickbohm in charge.

An escort from Chilean cruiser "Magallanes" ["Magellanes" in log-book] joined that from this ship.

The remains were interred in Protestant cemetery on shore.

A salute was fired over grave.

Party returned at 10.50am.

The following punishments were assigned by the Commanding Officer: M. Gleason, Boiler Maker, 10 days' confinement for disobeying orders of Machinist Nelson and persisting in cursing him after being repeatedly told to stop; J.J. Paterson, First-class Fireman, 7 days' [confinement], for being drunk on duty on board coal hulk.

In firing salute on shore 25 rounds of saluting cartridges were expended by Marine Guard.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breezes from North to NW.

Exercised 1st, 2nd and 3rd Divisions at sub-caliber target firing at 300 yards range.

Expended 630 rounds of .45 caliber rifle ammunition.

At 3.40pm the Governor of Punta Arenas visited the ship and was received with appropriate honors.

Sent a liberty party of 40 men ashore.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather, cool.

Light airs from NW first hour, then hauling to South.

At 4.10pm Governor of Punta Arenas left the ship and was saluted with 9 guns, Chilean flag at fore.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine, bright starlight.

Light airs from South.

Exercised searchlights and Ardois [signal system].


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Light breeze from WSW, then calm.


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13 September 1893

At anchor in Sandy Point, Magellan Straits

Lat -53.14, Long -70.84


Midnight to 4am:

Cool weather, clear first part, clouding over latter part of watch.

Light airs and breezes from NW.

Heavy dew falling.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant, clearing latter part of watch.

Calms and light variable airs.

Received for crew: 98¾ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 79 pounds bread.

Liberty party returned, excepting Privates B.J. Lynch, R.J. Ryan and J.H. Roulston.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from North to NE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, B.J. Lynch, Private Marine, R.J. Ryan, Private Marine, and J.H. Roulston, Private Marine, absent without leave.

All divisions exercising at target practice using sub-caliber cartridges.

Expended for this purpose 1130 .45 caliber cartridges.

Cleaning ship outside.

Expended 1 sub-caliber 1-pounder cartridge.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine.

Light airs from North to NE.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

Started fires under boiler D, preparatory to transferring from B.

Cleaning ship outside.

At 3.40pm Private Ryan, U.S. Marine Corps, returned on board drunk and by order of Captain was placed in brig for safe keeping.

D. Watkins, First-class Fireman, being temporarily removed from the brig and placed under sentry's charge.


4pm to 6pm:

Partly cloudy.

Light breeze to light airs from South.

The Chilean surveying steamer "Condor" came in from Westward.

The German steamer "Kambases" [probably a misspelled "Kambyses"] entered from the Eastward.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW.

Allowed fires to die out under B boiler and connected up D to pumping system for use.


8pm to midnight:

Bright starlight, cool, fine weather.

Light airs from SW by West.

At 9.48pm moon set.

At 10.25pm the German steamer "Kambases" [probably a misspelled "Kambyses"] stood out of port to the Southward and Westward.

Tested Ardois signal lights.

Private P.J. Ryan was removed from the brig and placed under sentry's charge, and D. Watkins, First-class Fireman, was replaced in the brig, by order of Commanding Officer.

Heavy dew.


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14 September 1893

At anchor in Sandy Point, Magellan Straits

Lat -53.14, Long -70.84


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy and damp, cool.

Light airs from North first part, then variable.


4am to 8am:

Foggy, misty and damp.

Light variable airs.

Planted target at 1000 yards, bearing SE by South.

A steamer (German) came in from Southward and anchored at 6.20am.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 98¾ pounds fresh beef and vegetables; 79 pounds bread; and issued same to crew.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and misty.

Calm.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters, the divisions were inspected by the Commanding Officer.

Absentees: B.J. Lynch, Private Marine, J.H. Roulston, Private Marine, J. Dowling, Private Marine, H. Herbert, Private Marine, B. Anthony, Private Marine, F. Clarke, Second-class Fireman, and E. Hennessey, Mess Attendant.

At 10.00am commenced target practice with secondary battery, firing both 3-pounder Hotchkiss, starboard 6-pounder Hotchkiss and 1-pounder Hotchkiss, target anchored at 1000 yards.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cool, cloudy weather.

Light airs to light breeze from NE by East to NNE.

Continued target practice using the starboard 6-inch breech loading rifles, distance of target 1500 yards, and the starboard 37 mm Hotchkiss, distance target 1000 yards.

Fired one shot (full charge) for pressure from after starboard 6-inch breech loading rifle.


4pm to 6pm:

Foggy.

Light airs and breezes from North, clearing latter part of watch.

At 4.18pm ceased firing at target practice, having expended during day the following: common shell, 21 3-pounder; 20 6-pounder; 20 1-pounder; 21 37 mm; and 25 6-inch breech loading rifle; 24 reduced charges for 6-inch breech loading rifle; and 1 ordinary charge for 6-inch breech loading rifle.

The charges and specifications preferred by the Commanding Officer against R.J. Ryan, Private Marine, were presented to him by the Recorder of a Summary Court Martial before which he is to appear.

Private B. Anthony returned on board 10 hours over time.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, cool.

Light airs from NW and calm.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine.

NW airs.

Bright starlight.

Heavy dew.


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15 September 1893

At anchor in Sandy Point, Magellan Straits

Lat -53.14, Long -70.84


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool, heavy dew.

Light airs from West and WNW.

Edward Hennessey, Mess Attendant, was brought on board sick, he having been absent over time since 5.30pm September 13.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, damp weather.

Light airs from WNW first part and from NNE latter part.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 98¾ pounds fresh beef; 98¾ fresh vegetables; and 79 pounds of bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast.

Light breezes from North and NW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Absent without leave: Privates B.J. Lynch, J.H. Roulston, J. Dowling, H. Herbert, William Sharp, and F. Clark, Second-class Fireman.

These absentees were brought aboard later by the Master-at-Arms of the ship, William Sharp, Private Marine, was placed under sentry's charge for safe keeping.

Exercised 3rd Division at small arm target practice, 300 yards, expended 90 .45 caliber ammunition, 1st Division at revolver practice, 30 yards, expended 150 .38 caliber ammunition.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, cool and threatening rain.

Light airs and breezes from WNW, with moderate squalls lasting 3 or 4 minutes latter part.

Gun divisions engaged in target practice with pistol and rifle in accordance with Circular number 15B of November.

Expended 120 .45 caliber and 130 .38 caliber ammunition.

A French and an English steamer came in from Eastward.

Painted over red lead spots outside.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate breeze, decreasing to light airs from NNW.

At 4.00pm discontinued target practice with revolver and rifle.

Brought back targets.

Brought back kedge used for springing ship.

Hoisted and secured all boats for sea, except steam launch.

Rove off cat fall.

Expended in target practice today 245 rounds of .45 caliber small arm cartridges and 280 rounds of .38 caliber revolver cartridges.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from NNW to North.

Hoisted steam launch and made other preparation for sea.

By order of Commanding Officer released from confinement D. Watkins, First-class Fireman, and William Sharp, Private Marine, from sentry's charge, he being sober.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Gentle NNE breeze.

At 8.45pm a French steamer left the anchorage standing to Northward.

At 10.00pm started fires under boiler C.


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16 September 1893

In Magellan Straits, and at anchor in Fortescue Bay

Lat -53.88, Long -71.58 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Bright starlight, clouding over latter part.

Light airs from NW.

At 12.10am started fires under boilers A and C.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, cool and damp, occasional drizzle first part.

At 6.05am got under way and stood down straits.

Running SE¼E (per compass) till 7.25am, when changed course to South by E½E.

Put over patent log at 6.08am, reading 3.0.

Draft of ship forward 13 feet 1 inch, aft 16 feet 6 inches.

At 6.45am stopped starboard engine to slacken crosshead journal low-pressure cylinder; ship then carried about 15° starboard helm.

At 7.00am started ahead with starboard engine again.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions port engine 90.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cool.

Wind light to moderate from NE to North.

Navigator conning ship.

At 9.50am rounded Cape [San] Isidro and shaped course to clear Cape Froward.

At 10.12am Summary Court Martial for trial of Private Ryan, U.S. Marine Corps, met in cabin, Lieutenant Speyers senior member.

At 11.00am ship off Cape Froward.

At 11.12am rounded Cape Froward and stood up Froward Reach.

At 11.20am Summary Court Martial adjourned.

At end of watch midway between Woods Bay and Snug Bay.

Captain awarded punishments as per list [below], confined A. Garren, Seaman, and H.R. Barker, Apprentice, in accordance therewith.

Average steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 97.7.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and squally from NW first half, thick rain squall 3rd hour from West, wind then hauled to SW and blew fresh for about 10 minutes, when it fell light and came out WNW, with clearing weather.

Ship steaming to Westward through Magellan Straits (Froward Reach) under conn of Navigator.

At 2.32pm anchored in Fortescue harbor in 10¾ fathoms, hard bottom, 45 fathoms starboard chain.

At 2.50pm veered to 60 fathoms.

Placed D. Watkins, First-class Fireman, under charge of sentry, he being considered of unsound mind.


4pm to 6pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Calm.


6pm to 8pm:

Bright star and moonlight.

Light airs from North.


8pm to midnight:

Weather unsettled, passing rain squalls.

Light to fresh breezes from NNW to West, coming in frequent fresh squalls lasting 2 or 3 minutes, then dying to light breezes.

Fires from camp of natives seen occasionally to SW.

At 11.45pm started fires in D boiler.


Fortescue Bay is also known as Bahia Fortescue.

Froward Reach is also known as Paso Froward.

Woods Bay is also known as Bahia Wood.

Snug Bay is also known as Bahia Snug.


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[Inserted note]


J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class: using indecent language, extra duty 5 days and 4th conduct class.

A. Garren, Seaman: under the influence of liquor while on duty in boat, confinement 10 days and reduced to 4th conduct class.

H.R. Barker, Apprentice Third-class: insubordinate conduct, solitary confinement on bread and water for 3 days and reduced to 4th conduct class.

J.C. Fiske, Apprentice First-class: profanity, extra duty for 3 days and reduced to 2nd conduct class.


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17 September 1893

Steaming through Magellan Straits, and at anchor in Otter Bay, Smyth's Channel

Lat -53.10, Long -73.40 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Gentle to moderate breeze in puffs from West to WNW.

Barometer rising 29.42 to 29.60.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, stiff to fresh squalls from WNW.

Spread fires at 4 o'clock and made preparations for getting under way.

At 4.40am called all hands up anchor and got under way.

Stood out of Fortescue harbor under conn of Commanding Officer.

At 5.10am put over log, it then registered 90.6.

Until 7.00am ship in Crooked Passage under conn of Navigator, at this time log reading 13.1, entered Long Reach and set course West by North.

At end of watch ship abreast of Notch Point.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 114.1.

Draft forward 13 feet, aft 16 feet 5 inches.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy.

Heavy squalls from West by North to NW, accompanied by hail and driving rain, increasing in strength to moderate gale towards end of watch.

During watch steaming through Long Reach under conn of Commanding Officer.

Patent log [at] end watch [reading] 72.3.

Average revolutions 110 and steam pressure 113 pounds.


Meridian to 4pm:

Stormy, raining and hailing at intervals.

Fresh breezes to strong gale from NNW to WNW drawing in through straits.

Short, rough sea until vessel passed under lee of Cape Phillip [St. Philip in log-book], standing to the Westward through Sea Reach and to the Northward into Smyth's Channel under conn of Commanding Officer and Navigator.

At 2.00pm Rounded Cape Tamar.

At end of watch Buckley Point, Renouard Island [Arnouard Island in log-book], close aboard on port beam.

Average revolutions 104.4, steam 120 pounds.


4pm to 6pm:

Heavy rain in squalls, mixed with hail at times first hour, then clearing.

Moderate to stiff breezes from NNW, moderating 2nd hour to light breezes.

At 5.06pm anchored in Otter Bay, 8½ fathoms water, and veered to 45 fathoms on port chain.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy and damp, continuous drizzle.

Wind light from NW.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and rainy.

Gentle to light breeze from North by West.


Smyth's Channel is also known as Canal Smyth.

Crooked Passage is also known as Paso Tortuoso.

Long Reach is also known as Paso Largo.

Notch Point is also known as Cabo Notch.

Sea Reach is also known as Paso del Mar.

Buckley Point is also known as Punta Buckley.

Renouard Island is also known as Isla Renouard.

Otter Bay is also known as Caleta Otter.


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18 September 1893

Steaming through Smyth's Channel, and at anchor in Puerto Bueno harbor

Lat -51.57, Long -73.99 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Cool, damp and cloudy weather.

Calms and light airs from NNW to NE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, with drizzling rain latter part of watch.

Light airs from NNE to SW.

At 6.55am got under way and stood out of Otter Cove into Mayne Channel to the Northward.

The Commanding Officer conning the vessel.

At 7.05am put over the patent log, reading 27.5, Child's Point, Bedwell Island, close aboard.

At end of watch Cape Palmer on port beam, patent log reading 38.9.

Average revolutions for 50 minutes 114.3, steam pressure 120 [pounds].


8am to meridian:

Partially cloudy and cool, with occasional drizzling rain.

At 9.35am mustered at quarters and exercised the divisions as follows: 1st Division company drill; 2nd Division manual small arms; 3rd Division instruction great guns; 4th Division single sticks.

By order of Commanding Officer D. Watkins, First-class Fireman, was exercised for one hour on quarter deck.

Steaming through Smyth's and Sarmiento Channels, under conn of Commanding Officer.

At end of watch Somerset Island on port beam.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 110.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and wet, drizzling rain and flurries of snow.

Light to moderate SW wind.

At 1.15pm off Mayne Harbor.

At 2.00pm off Lucia Island.

At 2.58pm hauled in patent log, reading 23.1.

At 3.02pm came to in Porto Bueno harbor in 6¾ fathoms water, veering to 30 fathoms port chain.

Banked fires.

At 3.30pm a canoe load of natives came off to ship.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and drizzling at times, light breeze to light airs from West.

At 4.00pm called all hands to muster and read sentence of Summary Court Martial in the case of Private R.J. Ryan, U.S. Marine Corps, who was sentenced by the Court to solitary confinement on bread and water, in single irons, for fifteen days, with full ration every fifth day, the part imposing single irons was remitted by the Commanding Officer.

Private Ryan was accordingly confined.

By order of Commanding Officer released H.R. Barker, Apprentice Third-class, from confinement.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy weather.

Calm.

J. Patterson, First-class Fireman, was released from confinement by order of Commanding Officer.


8pm to midnight:

Bright star and moonlight, obscured at intervals by heavy cumulus clouds.

Calm and light airs from NW by West.

Cool.

Barometer steady.


Mayne Channel is also known as Canal Mayne.

Bedwell Island is also known as Isla Bedwell.

Sarmiento Channel is also known as Estrecho Sarmiento.

Lucia Island is also known as Isla Lucia.


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19 September 1893

In Conception and Wide Channels, and at anchor in Rio Frio harbor

Lat -49.98, Long -74.44


Midnight to 4am:

Partially clear and cool, heavy snow squalls last two hours.

Light airs and breezes from NW first part, then increasing in moderate squalls at times, lasting about five minutes.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, wet and squally, with light rain and snow.

Light to fresh winds from NNW to NW.

At 5.30am called "All hands up anchor", and at 5.50am stood out of anchorage, put over patent log, reading 23.1.

Standing up Sarmiento Channel under [in in log-book] conn of Navigator.

Draft forward 12 feet 8 inches, aft 16 feet 4 inches.

At 6.30am entered Guia Narrows.

At 7.20am off Unfit Bay.

At end of watch off Don Point, Juan Island.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 116.8.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, with a succession of rain and snow squalls from NW.

Land obscured at times.

Ship under way in Conception Channel and Wide Channel under conn of the Commanding Officer.

At 9 o'clock Wallace Island [should possibly read Wheeler Islands] was off starboard beam, at 11 o'clock Iris Island was off port beam.

Average steam 120 [pounds], average revolutions 115.3.

T.C. Fiske, Apprentice First-class, and J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, were given extra duty, the former for profanity, the latter for using indecent language to Corporal of the Guard.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and foggy, succession of rain and snow squalls.

Light to moderate breeze from North by West to WNW.

Passed through Wide Channel, Chasm Reach and Escape Reach under conn of Commanding Officer.

At 2.43pm entered Chasm Reach, patent log reading 30.8.

At end of watch at Northern entrance of Escape Reach.

Average pressure of steam 120 pounds and revolutions 105.5.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, raining and snowing at intervals.

Calms and light breezes from Southward and Westward.

Standing to the Northward under conn of the Commanding Officer, through Indian Reach into Port Rio Frio, where at 5.05pm anchored in 28 fathoms, hard bottom, veered to 60 fathoms on port chain.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters, followed by setting up exercise.

Banked fires.

At 5.00pm hauled in patent log, reading 58 miles [knots in log-book].


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool, drizzling rain.

Light airs from WSW.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Light SW airs.

Barometer rising.


Conception Channel is also known as Canal Conception.

Wide Channel is also known as Canal Wide.

Guia Narrows is also known as Angostura Guia.

Unfit Bay is also known as Bahia Unfit.

Don Point, Juan Island, is also known as Punta Don, Isla Juan.

Wheeler Islands are also known as Islotes Wheeler.

Iris Island is also known as Isla Iris.

Chasm Reach is also known as Paso del Abismo.

Escape Reach is also known as Canal Escape.

Indian Reach is also known as Paso del Indio.

Port Rio Frio is also known as Puerto Rio Frio.


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20 September 1893

At sea, making passage from Sandy Point to Callao, Peru

Lat -48.15, Long -74.60 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy, overcast last hour.

Calm and light airs from SW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, clearing away towards end of watch, light snow and drizzling rain 2nd hour, hazy about horizon.

Calms and light breeze from NW to Northward.

At 6.30am called all hands up anchor.

At 6.40am got under way and stood through Indian Reach and English Narrows.

At 8.00am about South end of Mid Channel Island in English Narrows, patent log [reading] 71.7.

Average revolutions 118.1 and steam pressure 120 pounds.

Draft of ship 12 feet 5 inches forward and 16 feet 4 inches aft.


8am to meridian:

Variable weather.

Light to stiff breezes from North to NNW.

Steaming to Northward through Messier Channel under [in in log-book] conn of the Commanding Officer.

At end of watch Black Peninsula [Pensular in log-book] on port beam.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and drilled the Powder and 1st Divisions at small arms, 2nd Division at great guns, 3rd and Navigator's [Divisions] at single sticks, 4th Division infantry.

D. Watkins, First-class Fireman, prisoner for safe keeping, was exercised on quarter deck for 1 hour.

J.E. Cook, Second-class Apprentice, performed extra duty in compliance with Commanding Officer's orders.

Average revolutions 114.5, steam pressure 120 pounds.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and threatening weather, cool, moderate to fresh breezes from NNW.

At 2.00pm passed German steamer "Pentaur" standing to Southward.

Exchanged colors with her and made international number.

At 3.00pm came out of Messier Channel, lay course WNW (per compass) and took departure, Sombrero Island S54°E, South point Ayautau Islands N36°E (per standard compass), [ship's] head NW½N.

A long swell from SW last hour.

At 3.50pm sighted smoke of steamer standing to Northward.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 115.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, performed 3 hours' extra duty, by order of Commanding Officer.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and gloomy.

Moderate to fresh wind from NNW to NW.

Moderate sea from NW across a long SW swell.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

At 4.40pm exchanged colors with an English steamer standing in for entrance to Messier Channel.

Under steam alone, course WNW.

At end of watch Western point of Cape Tres Montes bore NW½N (per standard [compass]).

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 109.1.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, wind in fresh squalls from NW.

Ship under steam alone, course WNW.

Cape Tres Montes in sight until 7.50pm, when it was shut out by rain squall.

Cross sea, ship rolling and pitching easy.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 111.6.


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8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, hazy about horizon, drizzling rain at intervals.

Fresh breeze from NW by North to NNW.

Sea moderate and broken.

At 9.03pm changed course to NW (per standard compass), patent log reading 28.0, at same time reduced speed to 90 revolutions.

Continued on this course and engine speed for remainder of watch.

Under steam alone.

Patent log end of of watch [reading] 53.8.

Average revolutions 92 and steam pressure 120 pounds.


Sandy Point is also known as Punta Arenas.

English Narrows is also known as Angostura Inglesa.

Mid Channel Island is also known as Isla Medio Canal.

Messier Channel is also known as Canal Messier.

Black Peninsula is also known as Peninsula Negra.

Sombrero Island is also known as Isla Sombrero.

Ayautau Islands are also known as Islas Ayautau.


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21 September 1893

At sea, making passage from Sandy Point to Callao, Peru

Lat -44.55, Long -76.42


Midnight to 4am:

Variable weather, dim moonlight, obscured at intervals by passing clouds and stiff squalls, with light passing showers.

Gentle to stiff breezes from NW and NW by West.

Cross sea.

Steaming course NW (per standard compass) at 90 revolutions of engines until 2.40am, when increased speed to 100 revolutions.

Average revolutions for watch 92.2, steam 120 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cool, passing rain squalls.

Gentle breezes, increasing to stiff breezes in squalls from NW.

Short, rough sea from NW, with long swell from WSW.

Ship rolling at intervals of 10 or 15 minutes to long swell, 20° to starboard, 15° to port, time of complete roll about 6 seconds.

At 4.00am changed course to NNW, standard compass.

Making 100 revolutions till 7.30am, then increased gradually to full speed.

Weather clearing at end of watch.

A well defined "Ojo de Toro" [Bull's Eye] about 7.30am in NW.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 101.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and wet until last hour, when clearing weather.

Moderate to fresh NW wind, hauling to WSW last hour.

Under steam alone, course NNW.

At 11.30am set fore staysail and fore trysail.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 110.5.

Moderate NW sea, across a long SW swell.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy.

Moderate breeze from WSW.

Ship under steam (four boilers), staysail and fore trysail, course NNW.

Moderate sea, with an occasional heavy swell from WSW.

Maximum roll to leeward 30°, to windward 10°, number of rolls per minute 6 to starboard and 5 to port.

Average steam 120 pounds, average revolutions 111.1.

Loosed sail to dry.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, had 2½ hours' extra duty, part of punishment awarded by the Commanding Officer for using indecent language to Corporal of Guard.


4pm to 6pm:

Partly cloudy, clearing weather.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SW by West to WSW.

Moderate sea, with occasional long swell from SW.

At times ship rolled (per clinometer) 20° to starboard and 18° to port, 5 rolls both ways in a minute.

Under steam and fore staysail and trysail, course NNW (per standard compass), patent log end watch [reading] 56.4.

Average revolutions 107 and steam pressure 120 pounds.

Released M. Gleason, Boiler Maker, from confinement by order of Commanding Officer.


6pm to 8pm:

Bright star and moonlight, heavy cumulus clouds around the horizon.

Moderate to gentle breezes from SW.

Ship rolling easily to a moderate sea from SW, 5 rolls to port and 6 to starboard per minute, maximum rolls 15° to port and 17° to starboard by Evelyn's clinometer.

Steaming course WNW (per standard compass), with fore trysails and staysails.

Revolutions ordered 110.

Average revolutions for watch 109.3, steam 120 pounds.


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8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Gentle breeze from SW to SSW.

At 10.00pm took in staysail and foresail.

Long sea from SW, ship rolling 18° port, 20° starboard, 6 rolls per minute.

Steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 107.


Compass comparison: standard NNW; bridge North by W½W.


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22 September 1893

At sea, making passage from Sandy Point to Callao, Peru

Lat -39.75, Long -76.73


Midnight to 4am:

Generally clear and fine, occasional passing showers.

Gentle breeze from South by West.

Long SW swell.

Steam alone, course NNW.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 107.4.

A remarkable lunar rainbow in sight at end of watch.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy.

Gentle to moderate breeze from South to SSE.

Ship under steam alone, course NNW.

Moderate sea, with occasional long swell from Southward.

Ship rolling at times 25° each way, number of half rolls per minute: 11.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 107.7.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy weather.

Gentle to moderate breeze from South to SE by South.

Moderate sea, long swell from SSE.

Ship rolling at times 25° to port and 24° to starboard, 11 rolls in a minute, 5 to starboard, 6 to port (per clinometer).

Under steam alone, course NNW (per standard compass).

Average revolutions 110.5 and steam pressure 120 pounds.

Patent log end of watch [reading] 75.8.

At 9.30am drilled at fire quarters.

Divisions reported ready as follows: 1st [Division] 2 minutes 9 seconds; 2nd [Division] 2 minutes 8 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 39 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 56 seconds; Powder [Division] 0 minutes 59 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 0 minutes 39 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 5 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 42 seconds.

And reported secured as follows: 1st [Division] 2 minutes 15 seconds; 2nd [Division] 2 minutes 30 seconds; 3rd [Division] 2 minutes 9 seconds; 4th [Division] 2 minutes 29 seconds; Powder [Division] 2 minutes 10 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 0 minutes 48 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 0 minutes 50 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 59 seconds.

Drilled at stations for "abandon ship" and closing watertight compartments.

At 11.45am allowed fires to die out under boiler C, joint to whistle pipe on this boiler leaking.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy.

Moderate and gentle breezes from South by East.

Steaming course NNW (per standard compass).

Ship rolling heavily at times, 24° starboard and 27° to port, making 6 rolls per minute to each side, per pilot house clinometer.

Auctioned the effects of L.N. Badene, late Chief Boatswain's Mate, realizing $49.70.

At 1.20pm stopped steaming with boiler C.

Average revolutions during watch 98.9, steam 120 pounds.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Moderate breezes from South by East.

Long swell from SSW, ship [rolling] 14° to port, 15° to starboard, 6 rolls to starboard, 5 to port per minute.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 90.9.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine, bright moonlight.

Moderate breeze from South by East.

Long SW swell.

Ship rolling easily, 18° to starboard, 16° to port, about 11 rolls per minute, maximum roll 23° to starboard.

At 6.18pm set foresail.

Course NNW.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 97.2.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, bright moonlight at times.

Moderate breeze from South by East to SSE.

At 9.30pm took in fore trysail.

Ship rolling 20° at times, number of half rolls per minute 11.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 92.4.


Compass comparison: standard NNW; bridge North by W½W; steering North by W¼W.


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23 September 1893

At sea, making passage from Sandy Point to Callao, Peru

Lat -35.47, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy weather.

Moderate breeze from South to SE by South.

Long swell from SSE.

Ship rolling at times 26° to port and 24° to starboard (per clinometer), 6 rolls to starboard and 6 rolls to port per minute.

Under steam alone, course NNW (per standard compass), patent log end of watch [reading] 51.8.

Average revolutions 91.7 and steam pressure 120 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty.

Moderate breeze from South by East to SSE.

Steaming course NNW (per standard compass).

Ship rolling heavily at times to a long following sea.

Average revolutions during watch 95.2, steam 120 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate to gentle breezes from SSE to SE by South.

Exercised D. Watkins, First-class Fireman, for one hour on quarter deck, by order of Commanding Officer.

Ship rolling to following sea, deepest observed rolls 15° starboard, 14° to port, 6 rolls to starboard and 6 to port per minute.

Steam 117 [pounds], revolutions 92.3.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate SSE breeze.

Long swell from South.

Under steam alone, course NNW.

Ship rolling easily, an average of 13° each way, and 11 [rolls] to the minute, maximum 18° to starboard, 17° to port.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 80.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Stiff breeze from SSE.

Under steam alone.

At 4 o'clock changed course to North by W½W.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 80.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy weather.

Moderate to stiff breeze from SSE to SE by South.

Long swell from SE by South.

Ship rolling at times 19° to port and 18° to starboard (per clinometer), 12 rolls per minute, 6 to starboard and 6 to port.

Under steam alone, course North by W½W.

Average revolutions 80 and steam pressure 118 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Generally cloudy, but pleasant.

Moderate to stiff breezes from SE by South.

Dim moonlight.

Steaming course North by W½W (per standard compass).

At 8.40pm set jib fore and main trysails.

At 8.50pm started fires in boiler C, hauling fires from boiler D on account of leaking steam pipe.

At 10.20pm connected up boiler C.

Average revolutions 80, steam pressure 120 pounds.

Vessel rolling heavily at times to a long swell from SSE.


Compass comparison: standard North by W½W; bridge N13°W; steering North by West.


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24 September 1893

At sea, making passage from Sandy Point to Callao, Peru

Lat -31.82, Long -77.28


Midnight to 4am:

Partially cloudy and cool, occasional moonlight.

Long swell from SE, but decreasing and of less velocity.

Moderate to stiff breezes from SE by South.

Ship rolling deeply at times, greatest observed roll 19° to port, 17° to starboard.

Under steam in 3 boilers, jib, mainsail and foresail.

Revolutions 80, steam 120 [pounds].


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp, light drizzle last hour.

Moderate wind and sea from SE by South.

Under steam and sail, course North by W½W.

Ship rolling deeply at times, a maximum of 24° to port and 22° to starboard, average roll 13°, number per minute: 12.

Average steam 118 [pounds], revolutions 80.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, occasional passing showers of fine rain.

Stiff breeze from SE by South.

Under steam and fore and main trysail until 10.50am, when the main topsail and fore staysail were set.

Daniel Watkins, First-class Fireman, was exercised for one hour on lee side of quarter deck.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters.

Ship rolling 6 times per minute each way, maximum roll 20°.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 80.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy weather, occasional passing showers of fine rain.

Gentle to stiff breeze from SE by South to SE.

Moderate sea, long swell from SE.

Ship rolling at times 17° to port and 13° to starboard (per clinometer), 11 rolls per minute, 6 to port, 5 to starboard.

At end of watch under steam and fore and main trysails and fore staysail, course North by W½W (per standard compass), patent log end watch [reading] 9.1.

Average revolutions 80 and steam pressure 120 pounds.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and misty.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SE by South.

Moderate sea from SSE.

At 4.30pm took in all sail.

Steaming course North by W½W (per standard compass).

Revolutions 80, steam 118 [pounds].


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant, with occasional passing showers.

Moderate breezes from SSE.

Steam 118 [pounds], revolutions 80.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp.

Light SSE breeze.

Smooth sea, long swell from South.

At 8.13pm changed course to North by W¼W, patent log [reading] 49.0.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 80.


Compass comparison: standard North by W½W; bridge N13°W; steering North by West.


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25 September 1893

At sea, making passage from Sandy Point to Callao, Peru

Lat -28.33, Long -77.35


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light airs to light breeze from SSW.

Under steam alone, course North by W¼W.

Average steam 117.5 [pounds], revolutions 80.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, cool weather, occasional passing shower of fine rain.

Light airs to light breeze from SSW to NW.

Swell from SE.

Under steam alone, course North by W¼W (per standard compass), patent log end of watch [reading] 58.9.

Average revolutions 80 and steam pressure 116 pounds.

Pumped out boiler D.

Ship rolled at times 16° to port and 12° to starboard (per clinometer), 11 rolls per minute, 6 to port and 5 to starboard.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant, hazy.

Light breezes from NW and NNW.

Long swell from the Southward.

Steaming course North by W¼W (per standard compass), under 3 boilers, at 80 revolutions.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised: 1st Division great guns; 2nd Division single sticks; 3rd [Division] small arms; 4th [Division] secondary battery; Navigator's [Division] small arms.

D. Watkins, First-class Fireman, prisoner, was exercised on quarter deck.

Average revolutions 80, steam pressure 120 [pounds].

Issued clothing and small stores to the Powder, 1st, 2nd and 4th Divisions.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy first part, then clearing, pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from NW.

At 2.00pm changed course to North by West.

At 1.30pm increased revolutions to 85.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 83.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from West.

Long swell from South, sea smooth.

Under steam alone, course North by West.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

At 5.30pm set fore and main trysails and fore staysail.

By order of Captain released A. Garren, Seaman, his term of confinement having expired.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 85.


6pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from West by South.

Ship under steam and fore and main trysails and fore staysail, course North by West.

Average steam 120 [pounds], average revolutions 85.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy, very pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from NW by North to NW.

At 8.55pm took in all sail.

During remainder of watch under steam alone, course North by West (per standard compass), patent log [at] end of watch [reading] 13.7.

Average revolutions 85 and steam pressure 120 pounds.


Compass comparison: standard North by W¼W; bridge N⅞W; steering N⅝W.


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26 September 1893

At sea, making passage from Sandy Point, Magellan Straits, to Callao, Peru

Lat -24.58, Long -77.10


Midnight to 4am:

Variable weather, generally bright moon and starlight, obscured at intervals by light squalls from Northward and Westward, with mist.

Light airs and breezes from NNW to SW.

Steaming course North by West, under 3 boilers.

Light swell from the Southward.

Average revolutions 85, steam 120 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather first part, with light showers at intervals, clearing latter part.

Gentle breezes from NNW to North and falling to light airs.

Observed a school of whales and several boatswain birds.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 85.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breezes from NW by North to WNW.

Smooth sea.

Steam alone, course North by West.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions: 1st and 4th [Divisions] single sticks; 2nd and Powder [Divisions] small arms; 3rd Division great guns.

By order of Captain, Apprentices McPherson, Barker and Warsaw were given extra duty from 1.00pm to 5.00pm this day, for inattention and indifference at signal drill.

Average steam 120 pounds, revolutions 85.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from NW.

Under steam alone, course North by West.

Average steam 120 pounds, average revolutions 85.


4pm to 6pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breeze from NW to NW by West.

At 5.00pm changed course to North by W¼W, patent log [reading] 81.4.

Under steam alone, course end of watch North by W¼W (per standard compass), patent log 91.4.

Average revolutions 85 and steam pressure 120 pounds.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs from WNW.

Sea smooth.

Moon rose at 7.40pm.

Steaming course North by W¼W (per standard compass).

Average revolutions 85, steam 120 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy and damp, foggy last two hours.

Light airs first hour from WNW, then variable, calm last two hours.

At 10.00pm set fore staysail and fore trysail, but took them in a few minutes later.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 85.


Compass comparison: standard North by West; bridge N8°W; steering N⅜W.


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27 September 1893

At sea, making passage from Sandy Point to Callao, Peru

Lat -21.23, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, misty and damp.

Light NE breezes.

Steam alone, course North by W¼W.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 85.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light airs from NE to ESE.

Ship under steam alone, course North by W¼W.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 85.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from SE to ESE.

At 9.00am stopped the ship and lowered target and two markers' boats for target practice.

At this time hauled in patent log, reading 42.0.

Called divisions to quarters.

Until end of watch engaged in firing, moving practice, with the main and secondary battery, both sides.

Speed of ship for all practice 9 knots (82 revolutions).

In main battery practice the limits of range were 1500 to 1060 yards and each gun to fire 4 rounds, and in the secondary battery practice the limits of range were 1000 yards to 700 yards and each gun to fire 10 rounds, two strings of five each, during the run between stake boats.

At end of watch engaged in secondary battery practice.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze from ESE.

At 12.15pm set course North by W¼W (per standard compass), patent log reading 42.0.

At 12.30pm set jib, fore staysail, fore and main trysails.

At 1.30pm set fore and main gaff topsails.

Ran in 6-inch guns of 2nd Division and cleaned slides.

Rove new wheel ropes of steam steering gear from pilot house.

Average revolutions 90, steam 120 pounds.

Expended at target practice the following: 17 common shells, 17 reduced charges and 17 percussion primers for 6-inch breech loading rifle; 20 common shell for 3-pounder; 20 common shell, 6-pounder; 19 common shell, 1-pounder; and 19 common shell 37 mm.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle breezes from ESE.

All sail set, except on mizzen.

Quarters at 4.30pm and set up divisions.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 98.

At 5.00pm wheel rope from forward steering wheel slipped out of groove and shifted to after wheel in order to replace it.

By order of Commanding Officer W.P. Thomas promoted from Sergeant to 1st Sergeant from July 1st.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Gentle ESE breeze.

Smooth sea.

Steam and all sail, except sails of mizzen, course North by W¼W.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 90.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from ESE.

At 8.00pm changed course to North by West.

Under steam and all sail, excepting that of the mizzen.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 90.


Compass comparison: standard North by W¼W; bridge N9°30'W; steering N5°W.


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28 September 1893

At sea, making passage from Sandy Point to Callao, Peru

Lat -17.16, Long -77.33


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Gentle to moderate breeze from East by South to ESE.

Under steam, jib, fore staysail, fore and main trysails, and gaff topsails, course during watch North by West (per standard compass), patent log [at] end watch [reading] 11.00.

Average revolutions 96 and steam pressure 120 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Moderate breezes from ESE.

Sea smooth.

Course North by West, same sail as preceding watch.

Average revolutions 90, steam 120 pounds


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Moderate breezes from ESE.

At 9.30am exercised at general quarters.

Times required to cast loose and to secure as follows: 1st Division 3 minutes 29 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 38 seconds; 3rd Division 2 minutes 20 seconds; 4th Division 1 minute 49 seconds; Navigator's Division 55 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 55 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 50 seconds; Marines 45 seconds.

Secured at 10.05am, times: 1st Division 2 minutes 15 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 20 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 49 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 35 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 45 seconds; Powder [Division] 2 minutes 16 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 20 seconds; Marines 37 seconds.

Under steam in 3 boilers and all sail, except on mizzen.

Making 90 revolutions, steam 120 pounds.

Closed watertight doors by signal.

Instructed apprentices in signals.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate SE wind.

Steam and sail, course North by West.

At 12.25pm changed course to N¾W, patent log [reading] 1.7.

At 2.30pm piped down aired bedding.

Average steam 114 [pounds], revolutions 94.6.

Shifted to forward steering wheel.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate breeze from SE.

Ship under steam and all sail, excepting that on the mizzen.

At 5.00pm sighted a barque standing to the Northward and Eastward.

Average steam 115 [pounds], revolutions 93.5.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy first hour, clear and fine last hour.

Moderate breeze from ESE to SE by East.

Under steam and all sail, except that on mizzen, course during watch N¾W (per standard compass), patent log [at] end watch [reading] 89.9.

Average revolutions 94.7 and steam pressure 118 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, cool.

Moderate breezes from SE by East and SE.

Course N½W (per standard compass), all sail set, excepting on the mizzen mast.

Light swell from Southward and Eastward.

Average revolutions 94.9, steam 120 pounds.

Temperature of surface water falling.

At 11.50pm sounded the call for general quarters.


Compass comparison: standard N¾W; bridge N6°W; steering North.


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29 September 1893

At sea, and at anchor in Callao, Peru

Lat -12.77, Long -77.27


Midnight to 4am:

Generally cloudy and pleasant, with occasional moonlight.

Moderate breezes from SSE, decreasing in force to light breezes towards end of watch.

All sail set, except on mizzen.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 95, using three boilers.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light SE breezes.

Steam and sail, course N½W.

At 5.45am sighted high land to Eastward.

Average steam 106 [pounds], revolutions 94.3.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, gentle breeze from SSE to South by East.

Under steam and all sail, excepting that on the mizzen, course N½W.

At 8.37am changed course to N¾W, log [reading] 31.8.

At 9.30am called all boats away armed and equipped, for distant service, times as follows: 1st cutter 7 minutes 5 seconds; 2nd cutter 8 minutes 11 seconds; gig 6 minutes 10 seconds; whaleboat 7 minutes 4 seconds; steam launch 5 minutes 50 seconds; sailing launch 10 minutes.

At 9.42am secured, times as follows: 1st cutter 1 minute 44 seconds; 2nd cutter 1 minute 43 seconds; gig 1 minute 42 seconds; whaleboat 1 minute 53 seconds; steam launch 2 minutes 35 seconds; and sailing launch 3 minutes 30 seconds.

D. Watkins, First-class Fireman, was given exercise on lee side of quarter deck.

The apprentices were instructed in signaling.

Average steam 119 pounds, average revolutions 94.3.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs to gentle breeze from SSE to South by East first three hours, dying out last hour and springing up from North by East.

At 1.45pm sighted San Lorenzo Island 1 point on starboard bow.

At end of watch San Lorenzo light bore ENE (per standard compass), distant about 1 mile.

At 2.00pm took in all sail.

Patent log end watch [reading] 16.2.

Average revolutions 94.5 and steam pressure 108 pounds.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SSW and South.

Standing into Callao Bay for an anchorage under [in in log-book] conn of the Commanding Officer.

At 4.30pm hauled in patent log, reading 22.6.

At 4.46pm anchored in 5¼ fathoms of water, black muddy bottom, with 25 fathoms on port chain.

The Captain of the Port and Health Officer came on board and granted pratique.

Officers from H.B.M.S. "Hyacinth" [H.B.M.S. "Hyacinthe" in log-book] and the Peruvian gunboat "Lima" visited the ship, extending the usual courtesies.

Sent an officer ashore to inform the United States Consul of the vessel's arrival.

Received the ship's mail from the United States Vice Consul.

Fired a salute of 21 guns, Peruvian flag at the main, the salute was promptly returned from the fort on shore.

Allowed the fires to die out under boilers A and C.

Draft of ship forward 11 feet 7 inches, aft 14 feet 8 inches.

Bearings of anchorage (per standard compass), ship's head South: North tangent of San Lorenzo Island West by South, tower on Callao Point [probably Punta Punta] SE by South.

At 5.00pm lighted fires in boiler D.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, damp and misty latter part.

Light airs from ESE and SE, then calm.


Compass comparison: standard N¾W; bridge N½W; steering North.


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30 September 1893

At anchor in Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, misty and damp.

Calms and Southerly airs.


4am to 8am:

Foggy and misty.

Light airs from South to ESE.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, misty and damp.

Light airs from ESE and SW.

An officer returned the boarding visits of Peruvian man-of-war "Lima" and H.M.S. "Hyacinth".

Subsequently the Commanding Officer of this vessel paid official visits to the above named vessels, and also to the Peruvian man-of-war "Santa Rosa".

The "Retriever", English cable steamer, got under way and anchored near floating dock.

Cleaning ship outside.

By order of Commanding Officer E.R. Peacock, Landsman, was given one extra watch, for spitting on deck, and H.R. Barker, Third-class Apprentice, one extra watch, for neglecting to clean brightwork.

The following men are credited with time as Coal Heaver, as set opposite their respective names: William Ozard, Landsman, 20 days; S.C. McQuay, Landsman, 29 days; E.R. Peacock, Landsman, 20 days; S.B. Howley, Landsman, 12 days; J.H. Bucker, Landsman, 7 days.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine.

Gentle SSW breeze.

Received official calls from Captains of Peruvian cruiser "Lima" and H.M.S. "Hyacinth".


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from South by West.

An officer from Peruvian cruiser "Lima" called and requested that we dress ship in honor of the President's birthday.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and damp.

Light SSE airs.

By order of Captain H.R. Barker, Apprentice, and E.R. Peacock, Landsman, stood watch from 9.00pm to midnight.


Approved: [signed] P.F. Harrington, Commander U.S. Navy Commanding



LOGS FOR OCTOBER 1893


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1 October 1893

At anchor in Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty, light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty.

Light airs from SE.

At 8.00am dressed ship, Peruvian flag at main, in honor of birthday of President of Peru.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 98¾ pounds fresh beef; 98¾ pounds vegetables; 79 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and damp first half, then pleasant weather.

Calm and variable airs.

At 9.30am Captain inspected ship and crew at quarters, immediately after which called "All hands to muster" and published general order number 417 and General Court Martial orders numbers 57 to 63 inclusive.

Read Articles for Better Government of Navy and held general muster of crew, no absentees.

At 11.55am Pacific Steam Navigation Company steamer came in from Northward and anchored.

At meridian fort fired a national salute.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and misty.

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

Sent a liberty party on shore.

Daniel Watkins, First-class Fireman, was given one hour exercise on quarter deck.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light SSE breeze.

At 6.00pm unbent sail.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, heavy dew.

Light airs to light breeze from SSE.


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2 October 1893

At anchor in Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, foggy about the horizon.

Gentle breeze from SE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty.

Light SW breezes.

Tarred down.

Painting boot-top.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and misty, light airs from SSE to SW by South.

Engaged overhauling main battery.

Permanent Hull Board inspected coal bunkers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and misty.

Light airs to gentle breeze from SW to South.

Engaged in overhauling all gun gear.

By order of Commanding Officer E. Hennessey, Mess Attendant, will stand 1st watch for one night, for not cleaning up room for Sunday morning inspection.

In compliance with Department general order number 409 V. Fredrickson, Coxswain, is credited with three months' pay as Coxswain of steam launch, G. Lane, Coal Heaver, is credited with one months' pay as Seamen in charge of hold and P. Petersen, Seaman, is credited with one month and sixteen days' pay as Seaman in charge of hold.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and misty, light breeze to light airs from South to SE.

By order of Commanding Officer released R.J. Ryan, Private U.S. Marine Corps, from confinement.

Made preparations for coaling.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.


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3 October 1893

At anchor in Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty.

Light airs from South.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty.

Calm, then light airs from NW.

Received alongside coal lighters number 19, containing 39 tons 565 pounds, and number 23, containing 34 tons 736 pounds.

Commenced coaling at 7.45am.

Received for use of crew: 79 pounds bread; 98¾ pounds beef; and 98¾ pounds vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, hazy about horizon.

Light airs from NW to NNW.

Engaged in coaling ship.

Received alongside lighter number 32, containing 62 tons 1520 pounds, and lighter number 114, containing 52 tons 640 pounds.

Discharged lighter number 23 and parts of numbers 114, 19 and 32.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, hazy.

Light breeze from WNW and SSW.

Discharged coal lighter number 19 and received alongside lighter number 5, containing 36 tons 1360 pounds of Cardiff coal.

Received in Equipment Department: 2 barrels cement.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, hazy about horizon, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from South by East to South.

Engaged in coaling ship.

At 5.45pm stopped coaling and hauled off, and anchored abreast ship, lighter number 32, containing a balance of about 6 tons of coal.

Kept lighters numbers 5 and 114 alongside for the night.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs from SSE.


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4 October 1893

At anchor in Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty, light airs from South by East.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty.

Light airs from South to South by East.

Engaged in coaling ship.

Discharged lighters numbers 114 and 32.

Received alongside lighter number 6, containing 33 tons of coal, and lighter number 7, containing 43 tons 330 pounds coal.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and misty, but pleasant, clearing latter part.

Calm and light airs from SSW.

Received alongside coal lighter number 1, containing 54 tons 833 pounds of coal.

Total coal received at end of watch 290 [tons] (approximately).

D. Watkins, First-class Fireman, prisoner for safe keeping, was exercised 1 hour on deck.


Meridian to 4pm:

Warm and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from South.

Crew engaged in coaling ship.

Had received a total of about 340 tons at end of watch.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SE by South.

Received alongside coal lighter number 192, containing 37 tons 1820 pounds.

At 8.00pm finished coaling ship, having received a total of 394 tons 1087 pounds of Cardiff coal.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight.

Gentle breeze from SE by South.


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5 October 1893

At anchor in Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, cool and damp.

Light airs from SE.

Moon rose about 3.30am.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs from South and SSE.

Received for crew: 98¾ pounds fresh beef and vegetables; and 79 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs from South.

Cleaning ship.

Sent a blower engine on shore for repairs.

Captain left ship to call on United States Minister to Peru.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.

Cleaning ship.

An English ship, R.B.T.L. international code, came in.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Cleaning ship.

At 5.30pm mustered at quarters and served out clean hammocks.

At 6.30pm a steamer came in from Northward.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cool and damp.

Light breezes from SSE.


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6 October 1893

At anchor in Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Calms and Southerly airs.

Scrubbed hammocks.

Peruvian cruiser "Lima" went inside of dock.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and hazy.

Light airs from South first hour, then calm, and latter part of watch light airs from NW and NNW.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected divisions at quarters.

At 9.38am drilled at fire quarters times when ready as follows: 1st Division 54 seconds; [2nd Division not mentioned]; 3rd Division 55 seconds; 4th Division 53 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 40 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 56 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 10 seconds; Marines 20 seconds.

Secured at 9.40am: 1st Division 42 seconds; [2nd Division not mentioned]; 3rd Division 39 seconds; 4th Division 35 seconds; Engineer's Division 14 seconds; Powder [Division] 40 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 59 seconds; Marines 18 seconds.

Cemented patches in ship's outer hull.

Wardroom officers of H.M.S. "Hyacinth" paid official visit on wardroom of this ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and misty, light airs to gentle breeze from SW to South.

Engaged touching up and cementing spots on outside of ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and damp.

Light breezes from South to South by East.

Quarters at 4.30pm and turned in scrubbed hammocks.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty.

Light breeze from South by East.


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7 October 1893

At anchor in Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty.

Light airs to light breeze from South.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp.

Calm.

"Callao Painter" turning the paintwork.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 79 pounds bread; 98¾ pounds vegetables; and 98¾ pounds beef.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and misty, clearing somewhat last hour.

Calm, then light airs from SSW.

Received from Grace [Brothers] and Company the following stores: 1000 pounds biscuit; 3000 pounds flour; 200 pounds pork; 400 pounds beef; 400 pounds rice; 200 pounds butter; 200 pounds tomatoes; 1000 pounds tinned meats; 500 pounds coffee; 150 pounds tea; 1700 pounds sugar; 500 pounds pickles; 200 pounds tinned vegetables; 200 gallons beans; 400 gallons molasses; 100 gallons vinegar; 2 dozen corn brooms; 35 gallons lubricating oil; 150 pounds manila, 21 thread; 1 barrel of charcoal; 30 feet copper wire; 1 chamois skin; 100 gallons linseed oil; 300* [500 crossed out] pounds brown zinc paint; 10 pounds plumbago; 300 pounds white lead paint; 50 gallons turpentine; 500 pounds red lead; 300 pounds white zinc; 1300 pounds oatmeal.

Sent starboard watch ashore on 48 hours' leave.


* 300 pounds brown zinc paint, correction made October 21st, 1893.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs to light breeze from SW by South to South by East.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy.

Light breeze from South by East to SSE.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following correction is made in the total amount of coal received from Grace [Brothers] and Company, October 3rd and 4th, namely: total amount 365 tons.

Received two bags of mail per Chilean steamer "Maipo" ["Miapo" in log-book] from Panama, one of which was for U.S.S. "Charleston".


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy first part, overcast latter part of watch, hazy about the horizon.

Light airs from South.


"Callao Painter" is also known as "aguaje", a phenomenon with discoloration of water and the release of hydrogen sulfide and a drop in oxygenation, caused by an upwelling of ocean water.


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8 October 1893

At anchor in Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and mist.

Light breezes from Southward and Eastward


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and hazy.

Light breeze to light airs from SE to South.

At 6 o'clock English steam "Pisagua" came in from Southward.

Received in Paymaster's Department for use of crew: 79 pounds fresh bread; 98¾ pounds fresh beef; and 98¾ pounds fresh vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Overcast first part, clearing away latter part.

Light airs from West by South.

At 9.30am Commanding Officer inspected ship and the crew at quarters.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SSE and South by East.

Hoisted steam launch out of the water to replace leaky keel condenser.

Sent a liberty party of 15 men ashore.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Gentle breeze from SSE.

Replaced keel condenser on steam launch.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight.

Light breezes and airs from SE.

Heavy dew.


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9 October 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs from South, then calm.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light airs from NNW.

Scrubbed spars.

J. Dalton, Second-class Fireman, and B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, having returned on board drunk and disorderly, were placed in cell for safe keeping by order of Commanding Officer.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and misty, clearing latter part.

Calms and light Northwesterly airs.

By order of Commanding Officer placed G.F. Tripp, Coal Passer, under sentry's charge for safe keeping.

Sent the port watch ashore on 48 hours' liberty.

Crew painting hull outside, starboard.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially clear and pleasant.

Calm first hour, then light breezes from SSW to South by East.

Painting ship outside.

By order of Commanding Officer the following changes in ratings were made: C.A. Barnes, from Apprentice Second-class to Apprentice First-class; J.T. Bush, from Apprentice Third-class to Apprentice Second-class; A.J. Holland, from Second-class Apprentice to Apprentice Second-class; D.J. Hollingsworth, from Second-class Apprentice to Apprentice Second-class; all to take effect from October 1, 1893.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from South by East.

By order of Commanding Officer J. Dalton, Second-class Fireman, and G.F. Tripp, Coal Passer, were released from sentry's charge.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy and damp.

Light breezes from South and SSE.


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10 October 1893

At anchor in Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light SE airs.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs from SSE.

The Chilean mail steamer came in from the Southward at 6.45am.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts the following fresh provisions, for crew: 79 pounds bread; and 98¾ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs from South.

Painting ship.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishment was awarded: J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, for sitting on poop rail, extra duty on poop.

The Commanding Officer called on wardroom officers of H.M.S. "Hyacinth".

Delivered to B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, specifications of offense for which he is awaiting trial by Summary Court Martial.


Meridian to 4pm:

Warm and pleasant.

Light breeze from South.

Painting ship outside.

Overhauling steam steering gear.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from South by East and SSE.

Painting ship.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, performed extra duty on poop.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp.

Light SSE breeze.


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11 October 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty.

Light breeze to light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp.

Calm.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light Southerly airs.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, L. Peters, Second-class Fireman, absent over time.

By order of Captain placed J. Tillander, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, under sentry's charge for safe keeping.

Painting spars, smoke stack and ventilators.

Scraping strongbacks.


Meridian to 4pm:

Commenced cloudy, closed clear.

Light to gentle breeze from South by West to South by East.

Received from Grace Brothers and Company: 416 gallons lubricating oil for Engineer's Department; also 2 barrels dried fruit.

Crew engaged painting spars and overhauling main battery.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Gentle SSE breeze.

Continued painting boat davits.

An English steamer came in from Northward.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy.

Light breeze from SSE.

J. Tillander, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, was released from sentry's charge, he being sober.


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12 October 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty.

Light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty.

Calms and light airs from Southward and Eastward.

Received for crew: 97½ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 78 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs to light breeze from SW by South to SSW.

Engaged breaking out hold and store rooms for inspection of the Permanent Hull Board.

At 10 o'clock a Summary Court [Martial], of which Lieutenant H.F. Fickbohm is senior member, met for the trial of Berner Olsen, Ordinary Seaman.

At 11.30am the Court adjourned to await the action of the revising authority.

The Commanding Officer ordered the following punishment, namely: William Waite, Apprentice Second-class, extra duty one watch, for spitting on deck.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SSW.

Permanent Board of Inspection of Hull engaged in inspecting the store rooms and hull.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SSE.

Permanent Board of Hull continued its inspection.

Engaged stowing hold and store rooms.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty.

Light breeze from SSE.


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13 October 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and damp.

Calms, light airs and breezes from Southward and Eastward.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and hazy.

Calm, then light airs from SW.

The following officers left the ship on a visit of two days to [La] Oroya, namely: Lieutenants Fickbohm, Cutler and Gill, Doctor Harmon, Assistant Engineer Moritz and Paymaster's Clerk Grendle.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and misty.

Calm and light airs from SSW to SSE.

Painting ship inside.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, hazy around horizon.

Light airs and light breezes from SSW.

Painting ship inside.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy.

Light breezes from SSE to South by East.

At 4.45pm called all hands to muster and Commanding Officer read the sentence of a Summary Court Martial in the case of Berner Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, which was as follows, namely: to be placed in solitary confinement on bread and water, in double irons, for the period of thirty days, with a full ration every fifth day, and to lose one month's pay, amounting to twenty (20) dollars.

The part of the sentence relating to irons was remitted by the Commanding Officer and Berner Olsen was accordingly confined.

Engaged painting ship.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and damp.

Light breeze from SSE.


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14 October 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Calm and light airs from SE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty.

Light airs from North to NW.

Chilean steamer "Imperial" came in from Southward at 6 o'clock.

Received in Paymaster's Department for use of crew: 89 pounds bread; 98¾ pounds fresh beef; and 98¾ pounds fresh vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Hazy, but pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from NW to West.

A small American steamer came in from the Northward and Westward.

Painting ship inside.

The weekly inspection of the ship called for in Paragraph 1593, United States Navy Regulations, was made by the Executive Officer Lieutenant A.B. Speyers and Chief Engineer A.B. Bates.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from the West.

A mail steamer came in from Northward.

H.M.S. "Hyacinth" left the harbor and stood out to Westward.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, hazy, dim moonlight latter part.

Light breeze from South by West.

The United States Minister to Peru visited the ship and was received with customary honors.

Upon his departure a salute of 15 guns was fired, with the United States ensign at the fore.

Expended 15 saluting charges, corks and primers for 6-pounder rapid fire Hotchkiss.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs from SE.

Mail steamer left the harbor bound to Southward.

A steamer came in and anchored.


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15 October 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, misty and damp.

Light SSE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty.

Light airs from SSE.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts for crew, from Lawlor and Company: 98¾ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 69 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and misty.

Calm first hour, light airs and breezes from SW and SSW remainder of watch.

At 9.30am Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.

The "Santa Maria" towed out an English ship to Northward.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze from South.

At 1.00pm sent a liberty party on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Generally clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SSE and South.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs from South.


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16 October 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty.

Light airs from South to SE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty.

Calm and light airs from SSE.

Breaking out shell rooms and magazine for inspection.


8am to meridian:

Warm and pleasant.

Light SSW airs.

Board of Officers, Lieutenant Boush senior member, engaged in inspecting hull.

At 10.30am Commander Harrington, Lieutenant Speyers, Passed Assistant Engineer Pickerell [Pickrell in log-book] and Ensigns Jackson and Field left ship on a trip to [La] Oroya.

By order of Captain placed J.J. Patterson, First-class Fireman, under sentry's charge for 24 hours, for deliberate disregard of orders.

Tested steam steering gear and found same in good working order.

W.B. Reeves, Seaman, absent without leave.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy.

Light breeze from South.

Engaged painting lockers, gratings and smoke stack, scraping in double bottoms, and painting same.

Received from Grace Brothers and Company: 100 gallons cylinder oil for use in Engineer's Department; also 75 pounds raisins in Paymaster's Department.

Overhauling Ardois signal lanterns.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light SSE breeze.

Overhauling Ardois system.

Received in Engineer's Department: 1 blower engine, which had been on shore for repairs.

Exercised searchlights.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty.

Light breeze from SE.


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17 October 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty.

Light breeze from South by East.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light South by East breeze.

At 6.00am an English steamer came in from Southward.

Scrubbed locker bags and mattress covers.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 98¾ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables; and 84 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy and misty, light breeze from South to SSE.

By order of Commanding Officer released Patterson J.J., First-class Fireman, from confinement.

W.B. Reeves, Seaman, is absent without leave.

Engaged putting finishing touches on paint work, overhauling battery, Ardois signal system and snatch blocks.

Gunners gang scraping and painting in shell room.

Threw overboard 72 gallons peas and 70 pounds flour, condemned by Board of Survey.

Lost overboard by swamping of dinghy: one boat ensign and staff.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, partly cloudy, light haze about horizon.

Light breeze from SE to South.

Engaged in overhauling all chains and chain lockers.

Finished painting ship inside.


4pm to 8pm:

Generally overcast and misty, light breeze from South by East to SE.

W.B. Reeves, Seaman, returned 36 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, hazy about horizon.

Light breeze from SE by South to SSE.


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18 October 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light SE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty.

Gentle breeze from SSE to SE by South.

Scrubbed topmasts.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, fine weather.

Light breeze from South to SSW.

Scraped and shellacked spars.

Finished painting of berth deck and the main battery.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, warm and pleasant.

Light breeze from South.

Painting boats, overhauling main battery.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, fine weather.

Light breeze from SSE.

Commander Harrington, Lieutenant Speyers, Passed Assistant Engineer Pickerell [Pickrell in log-book], and Ensigns Field and Jackson returned to ship.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant first half, with bright moonlight, then overcast and damp.

At 10.00pm a mail steamer left harbor standing to Southward.

Light Southeasterly breezes.


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19 October 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, heavy mist, hazy about horizon.

Calm.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light South by East airs.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions as follows: 1st, 3rd and Navigator's Divisions gunnery instruction; 2nd Division revolvers; 4th Division single sticks; Powder [Division] small arms.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 98¾ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables; 84 pounds fresh bread.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from South by East to South.

Exercised apprentices at signal drill.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Light SSE breeze.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light to gentle breezes from SE by South.


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20 October 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Bright moonlight and starlight first part.

Light breeze from SE by South and SE.

Misty and damp.

Moon set about 2.00am.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant weather.

Light SE breezes.

At 6.00am a Chilean steamer came in from Northward.


8am to meridian:

Partially clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SE.

At 9.30am went to general quarters, times ready as follows: 1st Division 6 minutes 50 seconds; 2nd Division 4 minutes 0 seconds; 3rd Division 4 minutes 5 seconds; 4th Division 4 minutes 59 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 20 seconds; Powder [Division] 4 minutes 15 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 15 seconds; Marines 1 minute 20 seconds.

Secured at 9 hours 56 minutes, times as follows: 1st Division 3 minutes 7 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 35 seconds; 3rd Division 2 minutes 24 seconds; 4th Division 1 minute 31 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 13 seconds; Powder [Division] 4 minutes 20 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 30 seconds; Marines 56 seconds.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, hazy.

Light breeze from South by East and SSE.

By authority of the Commanding Officer sent one red signal lantern (oil) ashore, to be returned.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SSE and SE by South.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 506 cap ribbons; and a box directed to Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Philadelphia".

Also, on October 12th, $9185.10 in same department.


8pm to midnight:

Dim moonlight, damp.

Light to gentle breezes from SE by South.


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21 October 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy.

Gentle to light breeze from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs from SE by South.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 79 pounds fresh bread; 98¾ pounds beef; and 98¾ pounds vegetables.

Peruvian man-of-war "Lima" returned from Northward and took her old berth.

Sent boarding officer with usual offer of courtesy.

Mail steamer "Puno" came in from Southward.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant, misty.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.

The Commanding Officer of the Peruvian cruiser "Lima" paid an official visit to the ship.

Received from the Acting United States Consul at Callao one package of mail from Valparaiso.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and hazy, light breeze from SE by South.

Received in Equipment Department from Grace Brothers and Company: 6 tons water for use in boilers.

At 3.30pm the Chilean steamer "Maipo" came in from Panama, with mail from United States.

Lieutenant A.B. Speyers, Chief Engineer A.B. Bates and Surgeon G.H. Harmon made the inspection required by U.S. Navy Regulations Circular number 7.

The Commanding Officer visited officially the Peruvian man-of-war "Lima".


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, misty and damp.

Gentle breeze from SSE.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

Received in Department of Steam Engineering from Heaton, Cree and Kerr: 60 grate bars for main boilers. Received in Equipment Department from Grace Brothers and Company: a total of 7000 gallons of water for steaming purposes.

Received one bag of mail from United States Consul at Panama, via the Chilean mail steamer "Maipo", which entered the inner harbor at 4.15pm, flying the Chinese flag at the main.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, hazy and pleasant.

Light breeze from SE by South.


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22 October 1893

At anchor in Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and damp, foggy latter part of watch.

Light airs to gentle breeze from SE by South.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty, clearing latter part.

Light airs and breezes from SE by South and SSE.

Received for crew, in Paymaster's Department, from Lawlor and Company: 98¾ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 77 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, hazy and fine.

Light airs from South by East, then calm.

At 9.30am [7.30am in log-book] the Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew at quarters.

After this all hands were called to muster and the following General Court Martial orders were read, namely: numbers 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69 and 70; also general orders numbers 418 and 419.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, hazy about the horizon, pleasant weather.

Light airs from SSE to South.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with thick mist, light breezes from SSE.

Hoisted steam launch and made preparations for sea.

J.A. McKenzie, son of the United States Minister, came on board to be the guest of the Commanding Officer during target practice.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty.

Light airs from SE by South.


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23 October 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.06, Long -77.22 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty.

Calms and light airs from SE.

Started fires in boiler C at 12.05am.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, hazy weather.

Calm, light airs from Northward last hour.

At 6.05am called all hands up anchor, got under way and stood under easy steam to Northward.

Anchoring at 6.48am in 6½ fathoms water, 15 fathoms port chain.

Lowered whale boat, which took target in tow and anchored it at 1500 yards to the Northward and Westward of the ship, Lieutenant Cutler in charge.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, hazy about the horizon, pleasant weather.

Calms and light airs from NW.

At 9.24am commenced stationary target practice with 6-inch breech loading rifles, used starboard battery, reduced charges, 8 rounds from each gun, distance of target 1500 yards, distance left observer from target 1500 yards.

Finished practice at 11.10am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, hazy.

Light breeze from SSW and South.

Sea smooth.

At anchor in Callao Bay until 12.37pm, when got under way, placed observers' boats and had target practice from 1.55pm to 3.55pm, firing with port 6-inch guns, ship under way at a speed of 5 to 7 knots.

Distance of target and observers 1500 yards.

Expended during day 47 common 6-inch shells, 47 reduced 6-inch charges and 55 percussion primers.

The dinghy, while hanging in her accustomed place, was damaged by the blast [?] of the midship gun.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, hazy weather.

Light breeze from South to SSE.

After picking up target and observers' boats stood in for an anchorage under conn of Commanding Officer.

At 5.37pm came to anchor off San Lorenzo Island in 7¾ fathoms of water, 25 fathoms port chain.

Bearings from anchorage: Harris House South by E¾E, lighthouse on Galera Point WNW⅜W.

After coming to anchor allowed fire to die out under boiler C.

Tried searchlights and Ardois signal lights.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with fog and heavy mist latter part.

Light airs and breezes from Southward and Eastward.

Tested searchlights and Ardois signal lights.


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24 October 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.07, Long -77.21


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with heavy mist.

Calm and light airs from SSE and South.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, damp and misty.

Calm.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department for use of ship's company: 81 pounds fresh bread; 98¾ pounds fresh beef; 98¾ pounds vegetables.

At 7.00am low-banked fires under D boiler, the only boiler in use.

Stopped distilling and using dynamo.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Light airs, in eddies around island.

At 8.30am sent 1st Division ashore for small arm target practice.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and drilled 2nd and 3rd Divisions and Marines at small arms, 4th Division at infantry.

Hoisted in steam launch.


Meridian to 4pm:

Generally clear and pleasant, clouding over last hour.

Light to gentle breezes from SSW.

Sent 1st Division ashore for target practice, also 1st part of Engineer's Division.

Drilled apprentices in signals.

Relief Officer of the Deck drilled 2nd part of Engineer's Division in infantry.

By order of Commanding Officer, William Waite, Second-class Apprentice, was confined for three days, for disobeying orders of petty officer and using insulting and indecent language.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and misty.

Light airs and breezes from the Southward and Eastward.

The Pacific Steam Navigation Company's mail steamer left port at 4.15pm to the Northward.

The target practice parties returned aboard at 5.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Obscure moonlight, cool.

Light airs from SE and calm.


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25 October 1893

At anchor off San Lorenzo Island, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.07, Long -77.21


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Light SSW breezes.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty.

Calms and light variable airs.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy first part, then clearing.

Light airs from NW.

At 9.30am inspected divisions and drilled as follows: 3rd Division single sticks; 4th Division small arms; Marines bayonet exercise.

Sent 1st Division, 2nd Division and 3rd part of Engineer's Division on shore for rifle and pistol practice.

1st Division finished their practice ashore.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light variable airs and calm.

2nd Division and 3rd part of Engineer's Division exercising at targets on shore.

1st Division and 1st part of Engineer's Division engaged in shooting at target on cliff from sailing launch.

Instructed Marines in great guns.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant first part, then cloudy and misty.

Target practice as in preceding watch, 1st Division finished their practice.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp.

Light SE airs.


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26 October 1893

At anchor off San Lorenzo Island, Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.07, Long -77.21


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs from SW and WSW, and calm.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 79 pounds fresh beef; 98¾ pounds fresh bread; and 98¾ pounds vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, warm and pleasant.

Light NW breeze.

2nd and 3rd Divisions, and 1st and 2nd parts of Engineer's Division at target practice on shore.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and drilled divisions as follows: 1st and Powder [Divisions] small arms; 4th Division single sticks.

Painting ventilators.

Captain awarded punishments as follows: H.R. Barker, Apprentice Third-class, repeatedly inattentive and laughing during drill, after having been many times cautioned, extra duty for 3 days; William Garwood, Private Marine, allowing prisoner in confinement reading matter, extra instructions 3 days, 2 hours each day.

Tested flood cocks and found them in working order.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, light breeze from NE first half, then NW.

Quarterly Board of Survey condemned 150 pounds flour, to be thrown overboard, which being approved by the Commanding Officer was accordingly done.

William F. Garwood, Private Marine, was given 1 hour's extra drill, by order of Commanding Officer, as part of punishment assigned him this day.

3rd Division and 2nd section Engineer's Division practicing at ranges on shore, Ensign Field in charge.

The officers of the ship also practiced at the different ranges on shore.

Engaged painting spars, boat davits and ventilators.

2nd Division and Engineer's force firing from boat at a B target on shore (300 yards).


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light SE breeze.


8pm to midnight:

Clear first hour, overcast and misty at close [of watch].

Light to gentle breeze from SE to SE by South.


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27 October 1893

At anchor off San Lorenzo Island, Callao Bay

Lat -12.07, Long -77.21


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and misty.

Light breeze from SE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, misty and damp.

Light SE airs.

By order of Captain released William Waite, Apprentice, his term of confinement having expired


8am to meridian:

Overcast and hazy.

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

The 4th Division and Marines practicing at ranges on shore, the 3rd Division and 2nd section Engineer's force from boat at target on shore.

By order of the Commanding Officer M. Gleason, Boiler Maker, was given 10 days' confinement, for refusing to clear berth deck when ordered by Master-at-Arms to go to steam launch's fall, and not turning out at all hands when called by Master-at-Arms, and saying he would not turn out.

Sent gig ashore and hauled her up for scrubbing.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy, clearing towards end watch, hazy about horizon.

Gentle breeze from SE to SE by South.

The 4th Division and Marines and part of Powder Division and Navigator's Division practicing at ranges on shore.

William F. Garwood, Private Marine, was given 1 hour's extra drill, a part of punishment assigned yesterday by order of Commanding Officer.


4pm to 8pm:

Commenced cloudy, closed clear.

Moderate to light breeze from SE to SSE.

John Murphy, Seaman, appointed Acting Boatswain's Mate Second-class.

By order of the Commanding Officer the place of confinement of B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, was changed from the cell to the berth deck forward, and Daniel Watkins, First-class Fireman, was placed in the cell on full rations, to have exercise on port side of quarterdeck during meal hours in charge of a sentinel.

Daniel Watkins, First-class Fireman, having been repeatedly abusive and threatening to Master-at-Arms and Corporals of the Guard placed over him, is upon recommendation of the Surgeon placed in close confinement as an irresponsible man, having a tendency [to] assaults.


8pm to midnight:

Clear first part, overcast and cloudy latter part, hazy about horizon.

Light breeze from SSE to SE.


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28 October 1893

At anchor off San Lorenzo Island, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.07, Long -77.21


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with heavy mist.

Light airs and breezes from SSE and SE by South.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, with thick mist.

Light breeze to light airs from SE by South to ESE.

Received from Lawlor and Company the following fresh provisions in the Paymaster's Department for use of crew, namely: 79 pounds fresh bread; 98¾ pounds fresh beef; and 98¾ pounds fresh vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and hazy first part, clearing away latter part watch.

Light airs from SE.

William F. Garwood, Private Marine, was given 1 hour's extra drill, a part of punishment assigned [to] him on the 26th of this month, by order of Commanding Officer.

With instructions to carry out provisions of Article 1593, United States Navy Regulations, the Commanding Officer this day appointed the following board: Lieutenant W.A. Gill, Assistant Engineer A. Moritz and Ensign R.H. Jackson.

Aired bedding.

Inspected clothes bags.

Issuing clothing and small stores.

Steam launch returned from Callao.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and misty, clearing latter part.

Light airs and breezes from SE and SSE.

Upon the request of the United States Vice Consul, returned to him, to be forwarded to U.S.S. "Charleston", all of the mail which had been received aboard for that vessel.

Finished issuing clothing and small stores.

Hoisted in sailing launch.

Two English merchant barks entered port from Southward.

Sent a party of officers and men ashore for practice firing on the rifle ranges.

Sent a baseball party of 20 men ashore.

William Garwood, Private Marine, completed the extra drill, assigned him on the 26th of this month by the Commanding Officer.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather first part, overcast latter part, hazy about horizon.

Gentle to light breeze from SSE.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty.

Light breezes from SE by South.

At 9.30pm a large passenger steamer left port standing to the Southward and Westward.


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29 October 1893

At anchor off San Lorenzo Island, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.07, Long -77.21


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light breezes from SSE and SE by South.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, misty and damp.

Light breeze from SE by South to SSE.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department for use of ship's company: 79 pounds of fresh bread; 98¾ pounds of fresh beef; and 98¾ pounds of fresh vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and misty, but generally pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from SSE to South.

At 9.30am the Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew at quarters.

Hoisted out sailing launch.

Lieutenant A.B. Speyers, Chief Engineer A.B. Bates and Surgeon Harmon made the weekly inspection called for in Paragraph 1593, United States Navy Regulations.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle breezes from SSW.

Sent large baseball party to San Lorenzo.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and misty.

Light to gentle breezes from South by West.

Baseball party returned aboard.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp, heavy mist latter part.

Light to gentle breezes from South by West to South by East.


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30 October 1893

At anchor off San Lorenzo Island, Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.07, Long -77.21


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, misty and damp.

Light SSE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty.

Light breezes from South to SSE.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and misty.

Light to gentle breezes from SSE.

Sent 1st Division and 1st part of Engineer's Division for rifle practice in boat, also sent Powder Division ashore for rifle practice.

These divisions finished their practice.

Cleaning and painting compartments.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from South.

Sent 4th Division to sailing launch for target practice.

At 2.10pm mail steamer from Northward came in and anchored.

Planted target at 1000 yards to NW for secondary battery practice.

John W. Svenson enlisted as Blacksmith for 3 years' general service.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear first hour, then clouding over, and mist setting in from South.

Light breezes from South.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light SSE breeze.


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31 October 1893

At anchor off San Lorenzo Island, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.07, Long -77.21


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy and misty, light to gentle SSE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light breezes from SSE.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 79 pounds bread; 98¾ pounds beef; 98¾ [pounds] vegetables.

Steamer "Bolivia" came in from Southward, flying American flag at main.

Sent boat alongside to be at the service of the American official.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and warm.

Light SSE breeze.

Marines, Powder and Navigator's Divisions shooting at target from launch.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised 2nd Division at infantry, 1st and 4th Divisions at secondary battery practice, at 1000 yards.

Expended 40 37 mm common shells and 2 1-pounder common shell.

Scraping floor under forward magazine.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, gentle breeze from SE by South to SSE.

The ex United States Minister to Bolivia, Mr. Frederic [James] Grant [Frederick Grant in log-book], visited the ship, he received on his arrival and departure the usual courtesies.

Expended in firing salute 15 6-pounder saluting charges.

The officers practiced firing from boat at target planted on shore, the Powder Division also fired at target from boat.

Gunners gang employed painting under forward magazine.

Expended one 1-pounder cartridge.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Light SSE breeze.

At 5.00pm mustered at quarters and served out clean hammocks.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, heavy dew.

Light breeze from SSE.


Approved: [signed] P.F. Harrington, Commander U.S. Navy Commanding



LOGS FOR NOVEMBER 1893


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1 November 1893

At anchor off San Lorenzo Island, Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.07, Long -77.21


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty.

Light breeze from SE by South.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and damp.

Light SE breeze.

Scrubbed hammocks.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and misty.

Light airs from SE to South.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters, after which the divisions were drilled as follows, namely: Navigator's [Division] pistols; 1st [Division] infantry; 2nd [Division] secondary battery; 3rd [Division] pistols; 4th [Division] infantry; Marines manual of arms.

Finished practice from boat at target on shore and commenced pistol practice from ship at target (army A), anchored 30 yards astern.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SSE to SSW.

3rd and 4th Divisions firing at army A target, 30 yards astern of vessel.

Team of officers ashore, having rifle match with the "Lima Rifle Club".

Hoisted in sailing launch.

The American ship "Independence" of Boston (J.K.W.H.) entered port from the Southward and Westward.

At 4.00pm mustered at quarters and turned in scrubbed hammocks.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, light breeze from SSE.

At 5 o'clock a small American coasting steamer passed in from the Northward.

The rifle team returned, accompanied by a party of ladies and gentlemen who had been witnessing the match.

The result of the shooting was: English Rifle Club 435; the team from this ship 411.

The arm used by the former was the Lee Medford, our team used the Springfield.

Examined steam steering engine and found it in working order.

Expended one 1-pounder Hotchkiss cartridge.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and misty.

Calm and light breeze from South.


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2 November 1893

At Callao Bay

Lat -12.02, Long -77.19 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, hazy.

Light airs from SE.

At 12.10am started fires in boiler A.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and hazy.

Calm.

At 6 o'clock got under way and stood across Callao Bay under easy steam, conned by the Commanding Officer, and at 7.25am anchored in 6½ fathoms, 15 fathoms port chain, mud bottom.

Draft forward 13 feet, aft 16 feet 3 inches.

Lieutenant Cutler anchored target for secondary battery practice at 1000 yards.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy first part, clearing and pleasant latter part of watch.

At 9.25am began stationary target practice with secondary battery.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

At 10.13am got under way and began target practice with second battery, having located right observer's boat and lowered all boats except sailing launch.

Steaming over firing range 4 times at about 5 to 6 knots speed.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company for crew: 79 pounds fresh bread, and 98¾ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, hazy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SW by West.

At 12.05pm finished target practice with secondary battery.

Picked up target and all boats and at 12.25pm set course for anchorage off Callao.

At 1.10pm dropped port anchor in 5 fathoms water, muddy bottom, and veered to 21 fathoms chain at water's edge.

In target practice expended the following ammunition: 20 1-pounder common shell; 40 3-pounder common shell; 40 6-pounder common shell; and 20 37 mm common shell.

After coming to anchor allowed fires to die out under boiler D.

Bearings from anchorage: San Lorenzo light S79°30'W, clock tower on mole N62°E (by standard compass), ship's head S½W.

Draught of ship forward 12 feet 11 inches, aft 16 feet 3 inches.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from South to SSE.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, hazy.

Light breeze from South by East to SE.


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3 November 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light breezes from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, hazy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze to light airs from SSE to SE by South.

At 9.30am drilled at fire quarters, using hand pumps.

Divisions reported ready as follows: 1st [Division] 3 minutes 46 seconds; 2nd [Division] 2 minutes 8 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 20 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 45 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 22 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 14 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 2 minutes 14 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 33 seconds.

And reported secured as follows: 1st [Division] in 2 minutes 0 seconds; 2nd [Division] 2 minutes 57 seconds; 3rd [Division] 2 minutes 15 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 40 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 13 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 10 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 3 minutes 2 seconds; Marines 1 minute 2 seconds.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishment was awarded: F.J. Horn, Mess Attendant, for sleeping in, morning watch, to keep 1st watch one night.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SSE to South.

By order of Commanding Officer Passed Assistant Engineer J.E. Pickerell [Pickrell in log-book] made the weekly inspection in Engineer's Department and Ensign R.H. Jackson the inspection of the other compartments of the ship, as required by United States Navy Regulations Circular number 8.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs to light breeze from South by East to SE.

Received in Engineer's Department: 99 cast iron grate bars, from Heaton, Cree and Kerr of Callao.


8pm to midnight:

Partially clear, but damp.

Light airs and breezes from SE to SE by South.

Frank J. Horn stood extra watch, by order of Commanding Officer.


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4 November 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and damp, heavy dew.

SSE airs.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy first part, overcast and cloudy latter part, hazy.

Calms and light airs from South.

A Chilean steamer and a Royal Mail steamer, the "Santiago", both carrying Peruvian mails, came in from Southward.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department for use of ship's company: 79 pounds fresh bread; 98¾ pounds fresh beef; and 98¾ pounds fresh vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy first part, then clear and pleasant.

Calm, then light airs and breezes from West to SSE.

Sent liberty party ashore.

By order of Commanding Officer A. Garren, Seaman, was placed in confinement for 10 days, for being drunk on duty 3rd of this month.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, warm and pleasant.

Southerly airs.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from South and SSE.

Compañia Sud Americana de Vapores' steamer "Imperial" came in from Northward.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine, heavy dew.

SSE airs and calms.


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5 November 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and damp, heavy dew.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Heavy fog.

Calm.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 79 pounds bread; 98¾ [pounds] beef; and 98¾ [pounds] vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, fine weather.

Calm and NW airs.

By order of Captain placed M. Davinney, Boatswain's Mate First-class, G. Lane, Seaman, M. Doran, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, J.J. Cormody, Apprentice Second-class, R. Butt, Second-class Fireman, and S.C. McQuay, Landsman, under sentry's charge for safe keeping, they having returned from liberty under influence of liquor.

At 9.30am Captain inspected ship and crew at quarters after which called "All hands to muster" and read Articles for the Better Government of the Navy.

R.E.L. Garcine, Equipment Yeoman, and A. Smith, Seaman, absent over time.

Received a mail from United States.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy and hazy, light breeze from South to South by East.

G.L. Kerr, Chief Quartermaster, was placed under sentry's charge for safe keeping, he being drunk and disorderly.

G.S. Tripp, Coal Passer, was also placed under sentry's charge to await investigation, he being drunk and noisy onboard ship.

R.E.L. Garcin, Equipment Yeoman, returned on board 6 hours over time.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light SSE breeze.

By order of Commanding Officer released M. Gleeson, Boiler Maker, his term of confinement having expired.

By order of Commanding Officer released M. Doran, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, G.L. Kerr, Chief Quartermaster, J.J. Cormody, Apprentice Second-class, R. Butt, Second-class Apprentice, and S.C. McQuay, Landsman, from charge of sentry, they being reported sober.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and hazy, light breeze from South.


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6 November 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and misty.

Light airs from S to SSE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, misty and damp.

Calm and Southerly airs.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and hazy, light airs from South.

A. Smith, Seaman, returned on board 24 hours over time.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

Absentees: J. Sharp, Seaman, R. Williams, Seaman, P. Petersen, Seaman, E.R. Peacock, Landsman, and R. McGowan, Coal Passer, the latter returned onboard 2½ hours over time.

The divisions were instructed as follows, namely: 1st Division great guns; 2nd [Division] single sticks; 3rd and Navigator's [Divisions] small arms; 4th [Division] oral instruction in gunnery; Marines bayonet drill.

Anchored an army B target in the bay for practice with rifle and pistol from boat.

J. Sullivan, Coal Passer, and S.H. Smyth, Coal Passer, were placed under sentry's charge, both for safe keeping, they being drunk.

The Commanding Officer assigned the following punishments, namely: R.J. Ryan, Private Marine, using abusive language towards messenger boy while both were on duty, extra police duty, 3 days; J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, persistent inattention to duty and to the instructions of Officer of Deck, extra police duty, 2 days; J.J. Cormody, Apprentice Second-class, drunk and disorderly, confinement, five days, on bread and water; M. Doran, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, drunk and disorderly, disrated to Seaman; William Howlley, Coal Passer, drunk and disorderly, confinement, 10 days; M. Davinney, Boatswain's Mate First-class, drunk, disrated to Seaman; S.C. McQuay, Landsman, drunk and disorderly, confinement, 10 days; G.L. Kerr, Chief Quartermaster, drunk and disorderly, disrated to Seaman; R. Butt, Second-class Fireman, drunk and disorderly, confinement, 5 days, on bread and water; J.T. Bush, Apprentice Second-class, neglecting his gun bright work, extra duty, one day; E. Hannis, Seaman, insubordinate conduct, declaring he would see the Captain, when detailed for duty in sailing launch, and not keeping quiet when ordered, confinement, one day.

E. Hannis was accordingly confined.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cloudy and misty.

Light airs to gentle breeze from South to SSE.

Drilled 3rd section of Engineer's Division at small arms for 40 minutes.

Specifications of offenses preferred by Commanding Officer against George S. Tripp, Coal Passer, was read to him and he was furnished with a copy thereof.

Boarded the American bark "Independence" of New York and American barkentine "Eva Nell" of Boston.

By order of Commanding Officer William Howlley, Coal Passer, and S.C. McQuay, Landsman, were placed in confinement for 10 days, for being drunk and disorderly, and J.J. Cormody, Apprentice Second-class, and R. Butt, Second-class Fireman, confined for 5 days on bread and water, for being drunk and disorderly.

J.H. Bucker, Landsman, was placed under sentry's charge to await action of Commanding Officer, he having been found drunk and fighting on board ship.


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4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and hazy.

Light breeze from SSE to SE by South.

The following named men are absent overstaying leave, namely: J. Sharp, Seaman, R. Williams, Seaman, P. Petersen, Seaman, and E.R. Peacock, Landsman,.

J. Sullivan, Coal Passer, and S.H. Smyth, Coal Passer, were released from sentry's charge, they being sober.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, hazy weather.

Light breeze from SE.

E.R. Peacock, Landsman, returned on board 37 hours over time.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, stood first watch on poop as part of punishment assigned him by Commanding Officer this day.


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7 November 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Calms and light Southeasterly airs.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and hazy.

Light airs from SSW.

Gunners gang engaged cleaning under forward magazine.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company the following fresh provisions for use of crew, namely: 79 pounds bread; 98¾ pounds beef; and 98¾ pounds vegetables.

J. Sharp, Seaman, R. Williams, Seaman, and P. Peterson, Seaman, returned on board, all 24 hours over time.

Sent a mail ashore for the United States.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and hazy.

Light airs from SW.

At 9.30am divisions drilled at quarters as follows: 1st [Division] single sticks; 2nd [Division] small arms; 3rd [Division] great guns; 4th [Division] revolvers; Powder [Division] small arms.

By order of Commanding Officer J.H. Bucker, Landsman, was released from confinement, and later he was placed in confinement to await trial by Court Martial.

E. Hannis, Seaman, was released by order of Commanding Officer, his term of confinement having expired.

The Navigator's Division fired at target from boat (both anchored) with revolver.

By order of Commanding Officer the following disratings were made, to take effect November 6th: M. Doran, Boatswain's Mate Second-class to Seaman; M. Davinney, Boatswain's Mate First-class to Seaman; G.L. Kerr, Chief Quartermaster to Seaman.

And the following ratings, to take effect November 7th: H. Forsdal, Quartermaster First-class to Chief Quartermaster; J. Lundequist, Quartermaster Second-class to Quartermaster First-class; N. Anderson, Quartermaster Third-class to Quartermaster Second-class; A. Hill, Seaman to Quartermaster Third-class; J. Murphy, Boatswain's Mate Second-class to Chief Boatswain's Mate; L. Young, Coxswain to Boatswain's Mate First-class; and C.F. Petterson, Coxswain to Boatswain's Mate Second-class.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, misty and damp.

Calm and light variable airs.

Instructed the Marine Guard in great gun drill.

The 3rd Division and 3rd part of Engineer's Division had revolver practice, firing 6 shots per man from sailing launch at an army A target anchored 30 yards distant.

By order of Commanding Officer, and in conformity with Article 939, United States Navy Regulations, the following men were checked, the number of days' pay set opposite their names: L. Peters, Second-class Fireman, A. Smith, Seaman, J. Sharp, Seaman, R. Williams, Seaman, P. Peterson, Seaman, 1 day each; W.B. Reeves, Seaman, and E.R. Peacock, Landsman, 2 days each.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy and hazy.

Light to gentle breeze from SSE to SSW.

The Pacific Steam Navigation Company's steamer "Antisana" ["Antisano" in log-book] came in from Southward, and the "Santiago" stood out to the Northward.

Specification of offenses preferred by Commanding Officer against Joseph H. Bucker, Landsman, were read to him, and he was furnished with a copy thereof.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs from South and East.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, kept first watch on poop, as part of punishment awarded by the Commanding Officer.


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8 November 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and misty.

Calm.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant, warm.

Calms and light airs from West.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and drilled: 2nd Division secondary battery; 3rd and Navigator's Divisions single sticks; Powder Division instruction at great guns.

First Division and 1st part of Engineer's Division at revolver practice, firing 6 shots per man from launch at an army A target anchored 30 yards distant.

At 10.00am a Summary Court Martial met for the trial of G.S. Tripp and others.

At 11.35am the Summary Court Martial took a recess until 1.00pm.

John Sharp, Seaman, one of the running boat's crew left the boat without permission, while at the dock, making the 11 o'clock trip.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs from West by North, then calm, wind coming out in light airs toward end of watch from South.

2nd part of Engineer's Division had target practice from boat, conditions as in previous watch.

2nd Division engaged in revolver practice at end of watch.

At 1.00pm Summary Court Martial met to continue the trial of J.H. Bucker, Landsman.

At 1.35pm the Summary Court Martial, having finished all cases, adjourned to await the action of the convening authority.

Instructed apprentices in signals.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs from SSW and South.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters, absent without leave J. Sharp, Seaman.

Received on board: 1 red signal lantern, oil, sent ashore on the 20th of last month.

Hoisted in sailing launch.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp.

Light breezes from South.


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9 November 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and damp.

Light SSE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from South and SSE.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company for crew: 100 pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 86 pounds bread.

Finished cleaning and red-leading double bottom under forward magazine.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SSE.

At 9.30am sounded call to general quarters, divisions reported ready as follows: 1st Division 5 minutes 4 seconds; 2nd [Division] 6 minutes 45 seconds; 3rd [Division] 5 minutes 9 seconds; 4th [Division] 4 minutes 47 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 4 minutes 40 seconds; Powder [Division] 6 minutes 5 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 45 seconds; Marines 4 minutes 30 seconds.

During general quarters sounded fire quarters by signal, divisions ready as follows: 1st [Division] 4 minutes 5 seconds; 2nd [Division] 3 minutes 15 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 2 minutes 45 seconds; Powder [Division] 3 minutes 30 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 45 seconds; Marines 1 minute 15 seconds.

Secured at 10.06am, times reported secured as follows: 1st [Division] 4 minutes 15 seconds; 2nd [Division] 4 minutes 15 seconds; 3rd [Division] 3 minutes 43 seconds; 4th [Division] 3 minutes 0 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 4 minutes 1 second; Powder [Division] 4 minutes 45 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 30 seconds; Marines 3 minutes 5 seconds.

J. Sharp, Seaman, was brought on board and placed in double irons for safe keeping, to await trial by Summary Court Martial, by order of Commanding Officer a reward of $10.00 American gold was paid to the police for his apprehension and delivery on board.

The specifications of charges preferred by Commanding Officer against J. Sharp, Seaman, were delivered to him.

Powder Division engaged in target practice from boat, as directed in Circular number 15, Bureau of Navigation.

Tested flood cocks and found them in good condition.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine.

Gentle breeze from South.

At 1.05pm Summary Court Martial, Lieutenant Fickbohm senior member, met for revision of a sentence, adjourning at 1.15pm until 10.00am Friday November 10th.

Marines firing from launch with revolver.

Received in Engineer's Department: 75 pounds cotton waste; 18 files.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, clouding over last part.

Light breezes and airs from SE to SE by South.

At 4.30pm called all hands to muster and published sentence of Summary Court Martial in cases of George S. Tripp, Coal Passer, U.S. Navy, and Joseph Bucker, Landsman, U.S. Navy.

The sentence of George S. Tripp, Coal Passer, U.S. Navy, to be placed in solitary confinement in double irons, on bread and water, for fifteen days, full ration every fifth day, and to lose one month's pay, amounting to twenty-two dollars, being approved by reviewing authority except that part of sentence imposing double irons, which was remitted, the prisoner was placed in confinement, the loss of pay being referred to the Secretary of the Navy.

The Sentence of Joseph Bucker, Landsman, U.S. Navy, to be placed in solitary confinement in single irons, on bread and water, for ten days, full ration every fourth day, being approved except that part which imposes single irons, which is remitted, the prisoner was placed in confinement for execution of sentence.


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8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine.

SE airs.


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10 November 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, light airs from SSE.

Heavy dew.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SE by South.

Cleaning bilges under forward magazine.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, warm and pleasant.

Light Southerly airs and breezes.

At 9.30am called away all boats, armed and equipped, and exercised pulling boats under oars and sails.

Boats ready in 11 minutes 35 seconds.

At 10.40am Summary Court Martial, Lieutenant Fickbohm senior member, met for trial of J. Sharp, Seaman.

Adjourned at 11.20am.

Lieutenant Boush and Assistant Engineer Moritz made the weekly inspection required by [United States Navy Regulations] Circular number 8.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, light breeze from South to SSE.

Broke out cofferdams.

The quarterly Board of Survey inspected and condemned, to be thrown overboard, the following Paymaster's stores, namely: 10 pounds dried peaches; 25 pounds raisins; 25 pounds dried apples; 4 pounds currants [currents in log-book]; 12 pounds canned boiled beef; 12 pounds canned tomatoes; and 5 pounds canned vegetables.

With the approval of the Commanding Officer the above mentioned stores were thrown overboard.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from South to SE.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

By order of Commanding Officer released J.J. Cormody, Apprentice Second-class, and R. Butt, Second-class Fireman, their terms of confinement having expired.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SE by South to SSE.


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11 November 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and misty.

Light airs to light breeze from SE first three hours, calm last hour.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant and calm.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 100 pounds each fresh beef and vegetables; 80 pounds fresh bread.

At 6.00am Lamport and Holt's steamer came in from Southward.

At 8.00am a French steamer came in from Southward.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and hazy.

Light airs from SE to SSW.

Absentees: A.J. Bechtle, Ordinary Seaman, H. Rasmussen, Seaman, and F.J. Horn, Mess Attendant.

Aired bedding.

Called all hands to muster and the Commanding Officer read the sentence of the Summary Court Martial in the case of J. Sharp, Seaman, which was solitary confinement for 30 days in double irons, on bread and water, full ration every fifth day, and loss of one month's pay.

The Commanding Officer remitted the part imposing double irons, and J. Sharp was confined.

Acting United States Consul Mr. J. Eyre visited the ship.

Surgeon G.H. Harmon inspected the ship in conformity with Navy Regulations Circular number 8.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, hazy, pleasant weather.

Light airs to gentle breeze from SSE.

At 1.40pm the French steamer "Ville de Metz" of [Le] Havre came in and anchored.

At 2.25pm the Acting United States Consul Mr. J. Eyre left ship, a salute of 7 guns was fired upon his departure.

Expended for saluting purposes seven (7) 6-pounder Hotchkiss saluting charges.

At 1.10pm piped down aired bedding.


4pm to 8pm:

Commenced overcast and hazy, closed clear.

Gentle to light breeze from SE by South to SE.

B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, a Summary Court Martial prisoner was released from confinement by order of Commanding Officer, the period of his confinement having expired.

Absentees: A.J. Bechtle, Ordinary Seaman, H. Rasmussen, Seaman, and F.J. Horn, Mess Attendant.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy and hazy.

Gentle to light breeze from SE by South to SSE.


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12 November 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light variable airs and calm.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, calm and hazy.

Received from Lawlor and Company in Paymaster's Department the following fresh provisions: 80 pounds bread; 100 pounds beef; and 100 pounds vegetables.

The Chilean steamer "Mapocho" came in from the Southward.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and misty first part, clearing away latter part.

Light airs from WNW first part and from SW latter part of watch.

At 9.30am Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew at quarters.

S. Larson, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board 1½ hours over time.

Absentees without permission: A.J. Bechtle [Bechtel in log-book], Ordinary Seaman, H. Rasmussen, Seaman, F.J. Horn, Mess Attendant, G. Bendy, Coal Passer, and C. Toderesco, Second-class Fireman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, warm.

Light breeze from SSW.

Sent a liberty party of fifty men ashore.

G. Bendy, Coal Passer, returned aboard 6 hours over time.

The Pacific Steam Navigation Company's steamer "Puno" ["Cuno" in log-book] arrived from the Northward at 3.40pm, and brought a bag of mail for this vessel from Panama.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, hazy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SSW first part and SSE latter part watch.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant, cloudy latter part and damp.

Light airs from SE by South and SE.

Moon set about 9.20pm.


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13 November 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and misty.

Light airs from SE to South.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy, damp and hazy.

Light airs from WSW to NW by North.

C. Toderesco, Second-class Fireman, returned 24 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but generally pleasant, clear at intervals.

Light airs and breezes from NW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Absent without leave: A.J. Bechtle, Ordinary Seaman, H. Rasmussen, Seaman, and F.J. Horn, Mess Attendant.

Drilled 1st Division great guns, 2nd and Powder Divisions single sticks, 3rd and Navigator's [Divisions] small arms, 4th Division instructions great guns, Marines small arms.

At 9.10am sighted a man-of-war to the Northward and Westward.

At 10.50am H.B.M.S. "Hyacinth" anchored in harbor and a boarding officer was sent to her with the customary offers of assistance.

Received a supplemental mail from the post office ashore.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from NW to SW.

Commanding Officer of this ship paid an official visit upon Commanding Officer H.M.S. "Hyacinth".

Drilled first part Engineer's Division at great guns.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from SSW and South.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters, absent without leave: A.J. Bechtle, Ordinary Seaman, H. Rasmussen, Seaman, and F.J. Horn, Mess Attendant.

The latter was brought on board by the police, 57½ hours over time, and a reward of $10.00 American gold paid for his arrest and delivery on board.

A. Garren, Seaman, was released from confinement by order of Commanding Officer, his term of confinement having expired.

Tested searchlights and Ardois signals, and found them in fair order.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SSE and calm.


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14 November 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, calm and damp.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy, but pleasant, damp.

Calm.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company for crew: 100 pounds fresh beef and vegetables; and 80 pounds fresh bread.

Pacific Steam Navigation Company's "Mandex" [misspelled "Mendoza"?] came in from the Southward.

H. Rasmussen, Seaman, and A.J. Bechtle, Ordinary Seaman, returned aboard 72 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SE to South.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and drilled divisions as follows: 1st Division and 4th Division single sticks; 2nd Division infantry; 3rd Division great guns and overhauling battery; Marine Guard bayonet drill; and Powder Division great guns.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishment was awarded: J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, repeated inattention to duty, extra duty for three days.

In compliance with Article 939, United States Navy Regulations, the following named men were checked, with loss of pay for the number of days after their names: C. Toderesco, Second-class Fireman, 1 day; A.J. Bechtle, Ordinary Seaman, 3 days; F.J. Horn, Mess Attendant, 3 days; H. Rasmussen, Seaman, 3 days.

The Commanding Officer of H.M.S. "Hyacinth" paid an official visit to Commanding Officer of this vessel.

Cleaning and painting forward fixed ammunition room wing.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from South.

Instructed Marines at great guns.

Restowed forward fixed ammunition room.

Gunners gang engaged in refilling saluting cartridges.

Received a visit from boarding officer of H.M.S. "Hyacinth".

Refilled 203 saluting 6-pounder cases, using therein 406 pounds saluting powder.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SSE.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp.

Light SSE breeze.


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15 November 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy first half, overcast and hazy at close [of watch].

Light breeze to light airs from SE by South.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs and breezes from ESE to SSW.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and damp.

Light variable airs and calm.

At 9.00am an English steamer came in from Northward.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, and exercised 1st, 4th and Powder Divisions at small arms, 2nd Division great guns, 3rd Division secondary battery.

Overhauling lifebuoys.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and hazy.

Light breeze from South by East to SSE.

The 2nd section Engineer's force was instructed at great guns.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, served 2½ hours extra duty, part of punishment assigned yesterday by Commanding Officer.

A party of officers and men went over to San Lorenzo Island for target practice.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, increasing dampness.

Light SSE breeze.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

At 6.00pm by order of Commanding Officer released William Howlley, Coal Passer, and S.C. McQuay, Landsman, their terms of confinement having expired.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SE.


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16 November 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cloudy and hazy.

Light airs from SSE to SE by South.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light SSE airs.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 103 pounds fresh beef; 106 pounds fresh vegetables; and 84 pounds fresh bread, for issue to crew.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs to light breeze from SSE to SSW.

At 9.30am called clear ship for action, times as follows: 1st Division 26 minutes 35 seconds; 2nd Division 16 minutes 52 seconds; 3rd Division 20 minutes 5 seconds; 4th Division 24 minutes 50 seconds; Navigator's Division 12 minutes 55 seconds; Powder Division; 8 minutes 35 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 4 minutes 17 seconds.

At 10.05am sounded the call for general quarters.

Divisions reported ready as follows: 1st [Division] 5 minutes 47 seconds; 2nd [Division] 5 minutes 12 seconds; 3rd [Division] 4 minutes 59 seconds; 4th [Division] 3 minutes 30 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 30 seconds; Powder [Division] 3 minutes 29 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 14 seconds; Marines 3 minutes 19 seconds.

Secured from general quarters at 10.41am, times as follows: 1st Division 4 minutes 35 seconds; 2nd [Division] 3 minutes 15 seconds; 3rd [Division] 4 minutes 40 seconds; 4th [Division] 4 minutes 30 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 4 minutes 19 seconds; Powder [Division] 3 minutes 10 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 2 minutes 13 seconds; Marines 2 minutes 3 seconds

The magazine and shell room flood cocks examined and found in working order.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy first part, overcast latter part of watch, hazy.

Light to gentle breeze from South.

The Marine Guard was drilled at great guns for 40 minutes.

A party of officers and men went to San Lorenzo Island in sailing launch for target practice.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy and hazy.

Gentle to light breeze from SSE.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, bright moonlight, hazy about the horizon.

Light to gentle breeze from SSE.


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17 November 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Clear first part, cloudy and damp latter part of watch.

Moon set about 12.50am.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty.

Light breeze from SE by South.

Gunners gang engaged cleaning under after shell room.

Steam steerer examined and found in working order.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light airs and breezes from SE by South to SSE.

At 9.30am organized and equipped battalion for landing.

Passed Assistant Engineer Pickerell [Pickrell in log-book] and Ensign Field engaged in making weekly inspection, called for by United States Navy Regulations Circular number 8.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from SSE.

Ensign H.A. Field and Passed Assistant Engineer J.M. Pickerell [Pickrell in log-book] completed the weekly inspection called for in United States Navy Regulations Circular number 8.

A firing party of officers and men went to the San Lorenzo Island ranges for rifle practice.

Cleaned and dried out cofferdams.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant overhead, light haze about horizon.

Gentle to light breeze from SSE.


8pm to midnight:

Bright star and moonlight, with heavy dew, first half of watch, cloudy and misty latter part.

Light breezes from SE by South.

Ship rolling 8° to starboard and 6° to port by chart house clinometer.


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18 November 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light breezes from SSE.

The sulfurous smell of "Callao Painter" quite marked.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, damp, hazy.

Light airs from SSE.

Paintwork badly effected by "Callao Painter".

The Chilean steamer "Lautaro", and English steamer "Arequipa" came in.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department and issued same to ship's company: 80 pounds fresh bread; 100 pounds fresh beef; and 100 pounds fresh vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SE and SSW.

Surgeon G.H. Harmon made the weekly inspection called for in United States Navy Regulations Circular number 8.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs and breezes from SSE and South.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SE.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

By order of Commanding Officer released J.H. Bucker, Landsman, his term of confinement having expired.


8pm to midnight:

Bright moonlight first part, cloudy and misty latter part.

Light breezes from Southward and Eastward.

At 9.30pm a large passenger steamer stood out of harbor to the Southward and Westward.

Strong smell of the "Callao Painter".


"Callao Painter" is also known as "aguaje", a phenomenon with discoloration of water and the release of hydrogen sulfide and a drop in oxygenation, caused by an upwelling of ocean water.


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19 November 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and hazy.

Light airs from SE by South and SE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty.

Calms and light variable airs.

Received in Paymaster's Department for crew from Lawlor and Company: 100 pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 80 pounds fresh bread.

A German steamer from the Southward, and an English tramp steamer from the Northward, entered port.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy and hazy.

Light airs from WNW to SW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, after which the Commanding Officer inspected the crew and ship.

The United States Minister to Peru, Mr. McKenzie [McKensie in log-book], visited the ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light SSW breeze, shifting to SSE airs.

At 2.00pm the United States Minister left the ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SE.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp.

Calm and SE airs.


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20 November 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and hazy.

Light airs from SE to East.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from South to SSE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions: 1st and 4th [Divisions] great guns; 2nd [Division] single sticks; 3rd and Powder [Divisions] infantry.

Captain awarded the following punishment to H.R. Horton, Private Marine, for neglect of duty as a sentry, extra police duty for one week.

Scrubbing ship's side.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SSE and South.

Compañia Sud Americana de Vapores' "Aconcagua" came in from Northward with mail.

Drilled 1st part Engineer's Division in infantry.

Cleaning ship outside.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light SSE breeze.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

Tested searchlights and Ardois [signal system] and found same in working order.

Evaporator running.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, with bright moonlight first part, then clouding over, with occasional light patches.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.


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21 November 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy, hazy.

Light breeze from SE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Light breezes and airs from SE.

At 6.00am a Chilean steamer came in from Southward.

At 7.00am stopped evaporator.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 100 pounds each fresh beef and vegetables; and 80 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and hazy.

Light airs from NW.

At 9.30am inspected and mustered at quarters.

Made out monthly requisitions and drilled the divisions as follows, namely: 1st and 4th [Divisions] single sticks; 2nd [Division] small arms; 3rd and Powder [Divisions] great guns; and Marines infantry.

The Commanding Officer ordered the following punishment, namely: J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, five days' solitary confinement on bread and water, for cursing a shipmate; and Cooke was accordingly confined.

Broke out forward torpedo room.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cloudy and hazy.

Light to gentle breeze from West by North to South.

Drilled Marine Guard at great guns.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and hazy.

Light breeze from SSE.

At 5 o'clock the British steamer "Arequipa" ["Araquipa" in log-book] left port with mails for the United States via Panama.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy and hazy.

Light airs from SE to SSE.


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22 November 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light breeze from SE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty.

Light breeze from SE.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and hazy, overcast latter part.

Light airs from SSE to South by East.

At 9.30am divisions drilled as follows: 1st Division small arms; 2nd Division great guns and secondary battery; 3rd Division single sticks; 4th Division small arms; Powder Division single sticks.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant, but hazy and damp.

Light breeze from South and South by East.

Instructed 2nd part of Engineer's Division in small arms.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, hazy about horizon, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SE to SSE.


8pm to midnight:

Bright star and moonlight, damp.

Light breezes and airs from SE.

At 10.00pm sounded the call to general quarters, ready: 1st Division 10 minutes 13 seconds; 2nd Division 5 minutes 50 seconds; 3rd Division 5 minutes 40 seconds; 4th Division 4 minutes 11 seconds; Navigator's Division 6 minutes 5 seconds; Powder [Division] 7 minutes 5 seconds; Engineer's Division 0 minutes 59 seconds; Marines 4 minutes 9 seconds.

At 10.13pm secured: 1st Division 4 minutes 19 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 0 seconds; 3rd Division 2 minutes 59 seconds; 4th Division 4 minutes 9 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 31 seconds; Powder Division 6 minutes 9 seconds; Marines 1 minute 35 seconds; Engineer's Division 0 minutes 59 seconds.


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23 November 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight first part, clouding over, with mist, last hour.

Light airs from SE by South and SE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, damp and hazy.

Calm.

Received in Paymaster's Department for use of ship's company: 100 pounds fresh beef; 100 pounds fresh vegetables; and 80 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant, hazy.

Light airs from Northward and Westward.

At 9.30am sounded to general quarters and secured at 9.56am.

Divisions ready and secured as follows: 1st [Division] 4 minutes 16 seconds and 3 minutes 25 seconds; 2nd [Division] 4 minutes 29 seconds and 2 minutes 44 seconds; 3rd [Division] 3 minutes 53 seconds and 2 minutes 16 seconds; 4th [Division] 2 minutes 16 seconds and 2 minutes 4 seconds; Powder [Division] 4 minutes 15 seconds and 3 minutes 26 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 3 minutes 31 seconds and 2 minutes 46 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 27 seconds and 1 minute 21 seconds; Marines 5 minutes 0 seconds and 2 minutes 3 seconds.

Tested magazine and shell room flood cocks and found them in good condition.

Exercised at clearing lower decks and shutting compartment doors.

The Commanding Officer awarded the following punishments: R.J. Cooney, Seaman, and J.H. McPherson, Apprentices Second-class, one day's extra duty, for being slow manning boat; C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, one day's extra duty, for not manning catamaran for work when word was passed.


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SSW to South.

Instructed apprentices in signals.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather, hazy and damp.

Light airs and breezes from South to SE.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

By order of Commanding Officer released G.S. Tripp, Coal Passer, from confinement, his term of confinement having expired.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light airs from SE.


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24 November 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Southeasterly airs.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light Southeasterly airs and calm.

Worked steam steering gear and found in in good working order.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and misty.

Calm first part, then light airs from NW and WNW.

Exercised all boats by signal from ship, using tactical signal book.

Exercised apprentices in signals.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light gentle breeze from South.

Exercised 3rd section Engineer's Division and Marine guard in boats under oars and under sail.

At 3.00pm English steamer "Condor" came in from Southward.

At 3.30pm fired a salute of 7 guns, Spanish flag at fore, in honor of Spanish Consul to Lima, who left the ship at that time.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.

German steamer "Karnak" ["Karnac" in log-book] stood out to Southward.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine, bright moonlight.

Light SE to SSE breeze.


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25 November 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Clear first part, cloudy and hazy at close [of watch], heavy dew.

Light airs to light breeze from SSE.

A merchant steamer came in from Northward.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs from SSE, then calm.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 100 pounds beef; 100 pounds vegetables; and 80 [pounds] bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and damp.

Light SSW breeze.

Overhauled bags and clothing lists.

At 10.00am Chilean steamer "Maipo" came in from Southward.

Executive Officer and Chief Engineer engaged in making the inspection required by [United States Navy Regulations] Circular number 8.

Surgeon made weekly sanitary inspection.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and hazy first part, clearing to close.

Light airs to light breeze from South to SSE.

At noon the rifle team of this ship went to San Lorenzo Island to shoot a match with a team from H.B.M.S. "Hyacinth".


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light SE breeze.

Rifle team returned at 6.00pm, having won shooting match by a score of 474 to 459.

By order of Commanding Officer released J.E. Cooke, Apprentice, his term of confinement having expired.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, heavy dew.

Light breeze from SSE.


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26 November 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy first hour, overcast remainder of watch.

Light breeze to light airs from SE by South.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and damp.

Light Easterly airs.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 100 pounds each fresh beef and vegetables; and 80 pounds fresh bread; and issued same to crew.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy and hazy.

Light airs to light breeze from SSE to SE by South.

The Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew at quarters, after which called all hands to muster and the Commanding Officer delivered Good Conduct Medals to the following named men: L. Young, Boatswain's Mate First-class; H. Forsdal, Chief Quartermaster; V. Fredrickson, Coxswain; and C.F. Pettersen, Boatswain's Mate Second-class.

Pins were delivered to the following named men; S. Jorna, Boatswain's Mate Second-class; T. Casey, Water Tender; and P.J. Kane, Gunner's Mate Second-class.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SSE.

The British steamship "Santiago" came in and anchored.

A party of men left ship in sailing launch to visit San Lorenzo Island.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from SSE.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy, hazy about horizon, pleasant weather.

Light airs from SSE.


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27 November 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs and breezes from East to ENE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and hazy.

Light airs from ESE to SE.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather, hazy about horizon.

Light airs to light breeze from South to SE.

At 9.30am exercised divisions as follows: 1st [Division] secondary battery; 2nd [Division] secondary battery; 3rd [Division] small arms; 4th [Division] great guns; Powder [Division] stations; Marines infantry.

The following punishment was assigned by the Commanding Officer: J.J. Cormody, Apprentice Second-class, for smoking out of hours, to remain on poop during smoking hours for 3 days.

By order of Commanding Officer, and in compliance with sentence of a Summary Court Martial, as approved by Secretary of the Navy November 4th, 1893, a checkage of one (1) month's pay, amounting to twenty (20) dollars, was made against B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman.


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, hazy.

Gentle breeze from South.

Drilled 1st part of Engineer's Division with small arms.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy first part, clear and pleasant latter part, light haze about horizon.

Light airs to light breeze from SSE.

At 4.30pm served out clean hammocks.

Tried searchlights and Ardois signaling lights and found them in working order.


8pm to midnight:

Bright starlight.

At 10.54pm the moon rose above the Andes.

Heavy dew.

Light breeze from SE.


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28 November 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, with bright moonlight first part, then cloudy and misty.

Light breezes from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy, damp and misty.

Calms and light airs from SSE.

At 6.20am the British cruiser H.M.S. "Melpomene" came in and anchored.

Sent boarding officer to extend the usual courtesies.

At 6.33am the British mail steamer "Serena" came in and anchored.

Scrubbed hammocks.

Received in Paymaster's Department for use of ship's company: 100 pounds fresh beef; 100 pounds fresh vegetables; and 80 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Calms and light variable airs.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and drilled 1st and 4th Divisions [at] single sticks, 2nd and Powder [Divisions] small arms, 3rd [Divisions] secondary battery.

An officer from H.B.M.S. "Melpomene" returned the boarding visit.

Cleaning and drying out cofferdams.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from South by East and SSE.

Exercised Marine Guard at secondary battery.

Exercised apprentices at signals.

J.J. Cormody, Apprentice Second-class, standing watch on poop during smoking hours, by order of Commanding Officer.

R.E.L. Garcin, Equipment Yeoman, returned on board 2¼ hours over time.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, hazy about horizon first part, bright starlight latter part.

Light airs and breezes from SSE and SE.

At 4.30pm H.M.S. "Melpomene" left port, homeward bound.

Cheered ship.

At 4.35pm mustered at quarters and turned in scrubbed hammocks.

At 5.20pm the Compañia Sud Americana de Vapores' steamer "Santiago" left port standing to the Northward.


8pm to midnight:

Commenced clear, cloudy and hazy last half.

Light airs to light breeze from SSE.


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29 November 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs and breezes from SSE and SE by South.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and hazy.

Light breeze from SSE to South.

Scrubbed locker bags.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, then clearing and warm.

Light airs and breezes from South to SW by South.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and drilled divisions as follows: 1st Division and 4th [Division] small arms; Powder and 3rd Divisions single sticks; Marines infantry.

Captain awarded J.J. Patterson, First-class Fireman, 2 days' extra duty, for swearing.

Scrubbed ship's side.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and fine.

Light breeze from SW by South.

Exercised 2nd section Engineer's Division at small arms.

Served out monthly money.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from South and SSE.

By order of Commanding Officer the remainder of punishment of J.J. Cormody, Apprentice Second-class, was remitted.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, then increasing cloudiness.

Light SE airs.

By order of Commanding Officer confined in brig M. Doran, Seaman, to await investigation, he having been found with liquor in possession on board ship and under influence thereof.


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30 November 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and hazy.

Light to gentle breeze from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Partially clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SSE.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 100 pounds meat; 80 pounds bread; and 100 pounds vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Gentle breeze from South.

By order of Captain quarters and drills were suspended, it being Thanksgiving day.

Sent a liberty party on shore.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from South by West and South.

By order of Commanding Officer M. Doran, Seaman, was placed in confinement for safe keeping to await trial by Summary Court Martial.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Gentle breeze from South to SSE.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and damp.

Light breezes from SSE.

P.J. Ryan, Private Marine, and G. Lane, Seaman, found to be under the influence of liquor and unfit for duty.


Approved: [signed] P.F. Harrington, Commander U.S. Navy Commanding



LOGS FOR DECEMBER 1893


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1 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather, hazy about the horizon.

Light breeze to light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light South by East airs.

Tested steam steering gear and found same in working order.

A Lamport [Lampart in log-book] and Holt's steamer came in from Southward.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy and hazy.

Light breeze from South.

Absentees: William Smithy, Second-class Fireman, E.P. Weber, Landsman, and J. Sterling, First-class Fireman.

The divisions exercised as follows: 1st [Division] ordnance instructions; 2nd [Division] infantry and ordnance instructions; 3rd [Division] infantry; 4th [Division] ordnance instructions; Powder [Division] infantry; Navigator's [Division] infantry; Marines small arms.

The Commanding Officer ordered the following punishments, namely: George Lane, Seaman, and R.J. Ryan, Private Marine, 10 days' confinement, for getting drunk on board ship; and A.A. Nordstrom, Master-at-Arms Third-class, disrated to Seaman, for neglect of duty.

S. McQuay, Landsman, was placed under sentry's charge for safe keeping, he being under influence of liquor.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, hazy about the horizon, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from South by East.

The German steamship "Theben" ["Theden" in log-book] came in and anchored.

E.P. Weber, Landsman, returned 8 hours over time.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze from SSE to SE by South.

A Chilean steamer came in from the Northward and anchored at 6.45pm.

Absentees: William Smithy, Second-class Fireman, and J. Sterling, First-class Fireman.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather, hazy about the horizon.

Gentle breeze from SSE.


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2 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light breeze from SSE.

Moderate surf breaking on shore abreast of anchorage and at the "Punta".


4am to 8am:

Generally overcast and hazy.

Gentle to light breeze from SE by South to SSE.

At 5 o'clock Pacific Steam Navigation Company's steamer "Pizarro" ["Pizzaro" in log-book] came in from the South.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company for use of crew the following fresh provisions, namely: 80 pounds bread; 100 pounds beef; and 100 pounds vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Overcast first part of watch, clearing away latter part of watch.

Light breeze from South by East to South.

The following men are absent from the ship without authority: William Smithy, Second-class Fireman, J. Sterling, First-class Fireman, C.J. Hyde, Seaman, J. Sloane, Oiler, and J.P. Brennan, Private Marine.

S.C. McQuay, Landsman, was placed in confinement for 10 days by order of Commanding Officer, for being drunk on duty.

At 10.00am a Summary Court Martial met for the trial of M. Doran, Seaman, and such other persons as may be brought before it.

The Court adjourned at 10.37am to await the action of the Convening Authority.

The weekly inspection required by Circular number 8 of the Navy Regulations was made by Surgeon G.E.H. Harmon, Assistant Engineer A. Moritz, and Ensign H.A. Field.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant, hazy, damp.

Gentle breeze from SSE.

A firing party of officers and men went to San Lorenzo Island to practice on the rifle ranges.

The following men returned aboard over time: William Smithy, Second-class Fireman, 30 hours; J.P. Brennan, Private Marine, 6½ hours.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather, hazy about horizon.

Gentle breeze from SSE.

The following men absent from the ship without authority: J. Sterling, First-class Fireman, C.J. Hyde, Seaman, and J. Sloane, Oiler.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy at first, bright starlight latter part of watch, damp.

Light breeze and airs from SSE.


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3 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Clear first part, then cloudy and damp.

Light airs from East and NE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, damp and hazy.

Light airs from North by East to NW by West.

Received in Paymaster's Department for use of ship's company: 80 pounds fresh bread; 100 pounds fresh beef; 100 pounds fresh vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and damp at first, clear and pleasant latter part of watch.

Light airs and breezes from West.

J. Sterling, First-class Fireman, and J. Sloane, Oiler, 49 and 25 hours respectively over time, were brought aboard by shore police and the reward of £2 was paid for the delivery of each.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, the Commanding Officer inspected the crew and ship.

Absent without leave: C.J. Hyde, Seaman.

At 9.45am called all hands to muster, published General Court Martial orders number 71 to 77 inclusive, United States Navy Regulations Circular number 9 and Circular number 53, read Articles for the Government of the Navy and published the findings and sentence of a Summary Court Martial in the case of Matthew Doran, Seaman, which was that he be placed in solitary confinement, in double irons, on bread and water for twenty days, with full ration every fifth day, and to lose one month's pay, amounting to twenty-eight dollars.

The Commanding Officer remitted that part of the sentence which imposed the use of double irons, and approved it to date from December 2, 1893.

M. Doran was accordingly confined.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light breezes from WSW to SW by South.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, clouding over and damp latter part.

Light airs and breezes from SSW to SSE.


8pm to midnight:

Generally cloudy and misty.

Light airs and breezes from SE.


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4 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Calm and Southerly airs.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty.

Calm.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant, hazy.

Light airs and breezes from NW to NW by West.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, C.J. Hyde, Seaman, absent without leave.

Exercised divisions as follows: 1st, 4th and Powder Divisions great guns; 2nd Division single sticks; 3rd Division small arms; Marines infantry.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and fine.

Light variable airs.

Instructed 1st part Engineer's Division in great guns.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from South by East and calm.

Sent liberty party ashore.

At 4.30pm had evening quarters, C.J. Hyde, Seaman, absent without leave.

Tried searchlights and Ardois signals and found them in good condition.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, increasing dampness.

Calm and SSE breeze.


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5 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and hazy, heavy dew.

Light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Partially cloudy.

Light breezes from SSE.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company: 80 pounds bread; 100 pounds beef; and 100 pounds vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Light breeze from SSE to SSW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, C.J. Hyde, Seaman, absent without leave.

Exercised divisions: Powder and 2nd [Divisions] infantry; 1st and 4th [Divisions] single sticks; 3rd [Division] great guns.

By order of Captain checked pay as follows; J. Sterling, First-class Fireman, 2 days; J. Sloane, Oiler, 1 day; William Smithy, Second-class Fireman, 1 day.

At 11.00am Compañia Sud Americana de Vapores' "Mapocho" came in from Northward.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, light breeze from South.

A party of officers and men went to San Lorenzo Island in the sailing launch for target practice.

The Marines were instructed in ordnance.

Received on board a bag of mail, per steamer "Mapocho", from United States Consul, Panama.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Gentle SSE breeze.

Received in Equipment Department: 150 pounds cotton waste.

In Construction Department: 40 gallons raw oil; 10 gallons asphaltum varnish; 5 gallons Japan Drier; 25 gallons turpentine; 25 pounds black paint; 250 pounds red lead.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters, C.J. Hyde, Seaman, absent without leave.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze to light airs from SE by South.

By order of the Commanding Officer placed W.B. Reeves, Seaman, under sentry's charge for safe keeping to await investigation, he being under the influence of liquor.


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6 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather, hazy about the horizon.

[Light SE breeze.]


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light SE breeze.

A Chilean and a German steamer came in from Southward.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant, hazy about land.

Light airs to light breeze from SSW to South.

Heavier ground swell than usual.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters, C.J. Hyde, Seaman, absent without leave.

The divisions were drilled as follows: 1st and 4th [Divisions] and Marines infantry; 2nd [Division] great guns; and Powder [Division] at secondary battery.

The Commanding Officer ordered the following punishments, namely: W.B. Reeves, Seaman, 10 days' confinement, for being drunk on duty the evening of December 5th; and J. Bauer, Mess Attendant, to scrub clothes under sentry, for being in dirty clothes at quarters.

W.B. Reeves was accordingly confined.

At 9 o'clock H.B.M.S. "Hyacinth" got under way and went over to San Lorenzo Island anchorage.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, hazy about the horizon.

Gentle breeze from South to SSE.

Pleasant weather.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from SSE.

C.J. Hyde, Seaman, is absent without leave.

At 7.40pm the Pacific Steam Navigation Company's steamer "Pizarro" ["Pizzaro" in log-book] left for Panama, with mail for the United States.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy, hazy about the horizon.

Light breeze from SSE.


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7 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight at first, cloudy and damp latter part of watch.

Light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, hazy about land.

Light airs to light breeze from SSE.

Received from Lawlor and Company for use of crew the following fresh provisions, namely: 98¾ pounds beef; 98¾ pounds vegetables; and 79 pounds bread.

H.B.M.S. "Hyacinth" got under way at 7 o'clock and commenced target practice at target erected on San Lorenzo Island.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant, light haze about horizon.

Light to gentle breeze from South to SSE.

At 9.30am drilled at general quarters.

Divisions reported ready as follows: 1st [Division] 2 minutes 1 second; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 4 second; [3rd Division not mentioned]; 4th [Division] 2 minutes 1 second; Powder [Division] 1 minute 42 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 50 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 15 seconds; Marines 1 minute 38 seconds.

And reported secured as follows: 1st Division 1 minute 23 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 22 seconds; [3rd Division not mentioned]; 4th [Division] 1 minute 20 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 0 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 2 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 43 seconds; Marines 29 seconds.

Tested flood cocks of magazines and shell rooms.

The American cable steamer "Relay" got under way at 9.45am and stood out of harbor to the Northward.

Cleaned out and aired cofferdams.

C.J. Hyde, Seaman, absent from ship without leave.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm, hazy.

Gentle breeze from South.

Drilled Marines at great guns.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, light haze about the horizon.

Light to gentle breeze from South by East to SE.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

C.J. Hyde, Seaman, absent from ship without leave.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight, heavy dew.

Light breeze from SSE.


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8 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and damp.

Light breezes from SE by South.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, damp and hazy.

Calms and light airs and breezes from SSE to South.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant, misty.

Calm and light airs from NW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absent without leave C.J. Hyde, Seaman.

Exercised infantry company of the battalion at skirmish drill.

By order of the Commanding Officer C.F. Face, Apothecary, had his liberty stopped, for wearing citizens' clothes on shore.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SSW and South.

Instructed 3rd part of Engineer's Divisions in great guns.

Exercised apprentices in signals.

Assistant Engineer A. Moritz left the ship on leave.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and misty.

Light breezes from South to SE by South.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters, absent without leave C.J. Hyde, Seaman.


8pm to midnight:

Light to gentle breezes from SSE.

Cloudy and damp.


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9 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

SSE airs and calm.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty.

Calms and light variable airs.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company, Callao, and issued to crew the following fresh provisions: 98¾ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 79 pounds bread.

The Compañia Sud Americana de Vapores' steamer "Imperial" and Pacific Steam Navigation Company's steamer "Serena" came in from the Southward.

Boarded the latter for mail, but got none.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and heavy mist.

Light airs and breezes from NNW to NW by North.

Lieutenant W.G. Cutler, Surgeon G.E. Harmon and Passed Assistant Engineer J.M. Pickerell [Pickrell in log-book] made the weekly inspection of ship's compartments, valves, et cetera.

C. Ambler, Bugler, reported the expiration of his enlistment this day.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light variable breezes.

At 2.10pm Pacific Steam Navigation [Company's] steamer "Arequipa" ["Arequiba" in log-book] came in from Northward.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breezes from South.

H.M.S. "Hyacinth" returned from San Lorenzo and anchored near floating dock.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters, C.J. Hyde, Seaman, absent without leave.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine.

Gentle SSE breeze.


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10 December 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy and hazy.

Light breeze to light airs from SE to ESE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs from SSE.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company: 79 pounds bread; 98¾ [pounds] beef; 98¾ [pounds] vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy warm and pleasant.

Light SSW breeze.

E. Hannis, Seaman, reported the expiration of his term of enlistment.

At 9.30am Captain inspected ship and crew at quarters, C.J. Hyde, Seaman, and J. Dalton, Second-class Fireman, absent without leave.

At 11.20am J. Dalton, Second-class Fireman, returned on board 3¾ hours over time.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SSW to South.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant weather.

Light breeze from South to SSE.

By order of Captain released J. Sharp, Seaman, R.J. Ryan, Private Marine, S.C. McQuay, Landsman, and George Lane, Seaman, from confinement, their terms having expired.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant until last hour, then hazy.

Light airs from SE by East to SSE.


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11 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy, hazy about horizon.

Calms and light airs from South.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy, misty and damp.

Calm and Southerly airs.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and hazy.

Light airs to light breeze from SSW.

The Commanding Officer declared C.J. Hyde, Seaman, a deserter from December 2nd 1893.

At 9.30am inspected crew at quarters, had setting up drill and exercised the divisions as follows: 1st and 4th [Divisions] great guns; 2nd [Division] single sticks; 3rd [Division] small arms; Powder [Division] pistols; and Marines infantry.

By order of the Commanding Officer, J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, was placed in solitary confinement, on bread and water, for five days, for using obscene language.

E. Hannis, Seaman, was given an honorable discharge, dated December 10th 1893, and was reenlisted Seaman from December 11th 1893.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, hazy about the horizon.

Light breeze from South to South by East.

Drilled the 1st section of Engineer's Division at great guns.

E. Hannis, Seaman, left the ship on one week's leave of absence.

The Peruvian cruiser "Lima" engaged in sub-caliber target practice.

The effects of C.J. Hyde, Seaman, a deserter, were sold at auction.

A party of officers and men left the ship to visit San Lorenzo Island.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy and hazy first half, clearing at close [of watch].

Light breeze from South by East to SSE.

Tried searchlights and Ardois signals and found them in fair order.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy, overcast at times, hazy about horizon.

Light breeze from SSE.


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12 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Generally pleasant, with dim starlight, cloudy at intervals, misty and damp.

Light airs and breezes from SSE to SE.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy and hazy.

Light breeze from SSE to SE by South.

Received from Lawlor and Company the following fresh provisions for use of crew, namely: 79 pounds bread; 98¾ pounds beef; and 98¾ pounds vegetables.

At 7 o'clock British steamer "Bolivia" came in, having Peruvian troops on board.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, hazy about the horizon, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SSE to South by East.

At 9.30am divisions drilled at quarters as follows: 1st [Division] single sticks; 2nd [Division] small arms; 3rd [Division] great guns; 4th [Division] single sticks; Powder [Division] small arms.

The following men returned over time: William Sharp, Private Marine, 3¾ hours; C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, 1½ hours.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, damp.

Light breeze from South.

At 12.45pm the French corvette "Duchaffault" came in from the Southward, anchored off our starboard quarter, and fired a national salute, with Peruvian flag at the main.

Sent an officer aboard of her with the customary offers of assistance, and found that she is from Valparaiso and expects to remain here two months.

The Commanding Officer of the "Duchaffault" visited this vessel and was received with the customary honors.

A party of officers and men went to the rifle ranges on San Lorenzo Island.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, hazy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from South to South by East.

At 6.00pm the Chilean steamer "Imperial" left the harbor bound to the Northward.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department from Grace Brothers and Company of Callao: 12 boxes, containing a total weight of 480 pounds of Colgate and Company saltwater soap.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and misty.

Light breezes and airs from South and SSE.


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13 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light airs from SSE.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy at first, clearing latter part of watch, misty.

Light breeze from South by East.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and drilled divisions as follows: 1st, 4th [Divisions] and Marines small arms; 2nd [Division] great guns; 3rd [Division] revolvers; Powder [Division] stations.

The Commanding Officer paid an official visit to the French corvette "Duchaffault".


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breezes from South by East and South.

Instructed 2nd part of Engineer's Division at great guns.

Drilled apprentices at signals.

Charles Ambler, Bugler, was this day discharged from this ship and the United States Naval Service, by order of Commanding Officer, his term of enlistment having expired.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant, misty latter part of watch.

Light breeze from SSE and SE by South.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, obscure moonlight first part.

Light breezes from SSE to SE.

Mail steamer stood out to Southward.


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14 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Clear first hour, then cloudy and damp.

Calm and Southerly airs.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty.

Calm.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company, Callao, the following fresh provisions for crew: 98¾ pounds each of beef and vegetables; and 79 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and misty.

Calm and light airs from SSE and South.

At 9.30am went to general quarters.

Divisions ready as follows: 1st Division 6 minutes 4 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 40 seconds; 3rd Division 3 minutes 7 seconds; 4th Division 2 minutes 14 seconds; Navigator's Division 2 minutes 54 seconds; Powder Division 3 minutes 32 seconds; Engineer's Division 2 minutes 18 seconds; Marines 2 minutes 55 seconds.

Secured at 9.55am: 1st Division 2 minutes 5 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 0 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 45 seconds; 4th Division 2 minutes 31 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 44 seconds; Powder [Division] 2 minutes 59 seconds; Engineer's Division 1 minute 5 seconds; Marines 3 minutes 15 seconds.

At 10.25am the French man-of-war "Duchaffault" fired a salute of 13 guns, no flag.

Exercised the apprentices in signals.

At 10.04am went to fire quarters, ready as follows, using deck pump: 1st Division 1 minute 35 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 15 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 16 seconds; 4th Division 1 minute 34 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 40 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 32 seconds; Engineer's Division 0 minutes 20 seconds; Marines 1 minute 0 seconds.

Secured at 10.08am: 1st Division 1 minute 9 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 1 second; 3rd Division 1 minute 14 seconds; 4th Division 1 minute 10 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 22 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 20 seconds; Engineer's Division 0 minutes 42 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 46 seconds.

Tested flood cocks and found them in good condition.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and warm.

Calm and airs from South.

Instructed Marine Guard in great gun drill.

Planted a target 300 yards West of ship for sub-caliber practice.

Enlisted Charles Ambler as Bugler for General Service.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and misty.

Calm.

At 4.30pm mustered at evening quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light variable airs.


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15 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and hazy, clearing last hour.

Calm, then light breeze from SE to South.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and fine.

Gentle SSE breeze.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

At 9.40am exercised at "Abandon ship", all boats being lowered, supplied and manned.

Sent prisoners in boats, reconfining them on return of boats.

Exercised 4th Division at sub-caliber practice.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, light to gentle breeze from SE to South.

The 3rd section of Engineer's Division was instructed in gunnery, 1st and 2nd Divisions exercised at sub-caliber practice.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Light breeze from South.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

By order of Captain released J.E. Cooke, Apprentice, his term of confinement having expired, also W.B. Reeves, Seaman.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, light breeze from SSE to SE by South.


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16 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, hazy about the horizon.

Light airs from South.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, foggy and damp.

Light breeze from South to SE.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 98¾ pounds fresh beef and vegetables; and 79 pounds fresh bread.

At end of watch Pacific Steam Navigation [Company's] steamer "Puno" came in from Southward.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light airs to light breeze from SE to South.

Lieutenant W.A. Gill and Assistant Engineer A. Moritz made the weekly inspection in compliance with Navy Regulations Circular number 8.

Aired bedding.

Additional entry 8am to meridian, December 16th: Surgeon G.H. Harmon inspected the ship in compliance with Navy Regulations Circular number 8, this inspection was also made by him November 6th and 25th, and December 9th.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from South.

The British ship "Lord Dufferin" came in and anchored.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, light breeze to light airs from South to SE.

Received from Grace Brothers and Company: 1 donkey pump for Engineer's Department.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant first part, clouding over latter part.

Light breeze from SSE.


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17 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, damp.

Light breeze and airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and hazy.

Light airs from South to East.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company the following fresh provisions, namely: 79 pounds bread; 98¾ pounds beef; and 98¾ pounds vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SE to South.

At 9.30am the Commanding Officer inspected the ship and the crew at quarters.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, hazy.

Light airs and breezes from SSE and South.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from South to SSE.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp.

Light breeze from SE by South.


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18 December 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant first part, overcast and damp latter part, hazy about horizon.

Light airs from SSE first part and calm latter part.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and misty, clearing latter part of watch.

Light airs and breezes from NW by West to South.

Breaking out holds and store rooms.

Board making quarterly inspection of hull.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SSE.

Board of Inspection of Hull engaged in inspection of ship as per Article 1593, Navy Regulations.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters, absent without leave J. Murphy, Chief Boatswain's Mate, who later returned 12 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs from SSE and SE.


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19 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Light SE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Calm and light airs from SSE.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company, and issued to crew, the following fresh provisions: 79 pounds bread; 98¾ pounds each of beef and vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy till last hour, then clearing.

Calm.

Board of Inspection of Hull engaged in inspection of ship as per Article 1593, United States Navy Regulations.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light South by West breeze.

Quarterly Hull Board engaged in inspecting and testing pumping system.

At 1.15pm steamer "Maipo" went inside of mole.

Restowing fore hold.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, moonlight.

Light airs and breezes from South by West to SSE.

Pacific Steam Navigation Company's steamer stood out to Northward.

At 4.30pm had evening quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light SSE breeze.


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20 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and hazy.

Gentle breeze to light airs from South to SE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and hazy first part, then clearing.

Light airs and breezes from SSE to SE by South.

Pacific Steam Navigation Company's steamer came in from Southward.


8am to meridian:

Clear warm and pleasant.

Gentle SSE breeze.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, and exercised 1st and 3rd Divisions at sub-caliber practice, Marines at small arms.

Roused up both bower chains.

Broke out after ammunition room.

Quarterly Hull Board inspected chain lockers and after ammunition room.

Captain awarded the following punishment: Ah Loni, Mess Attendant, first watch for one night, for not obeying orders of Chief Master-at-Arms.

Quarterly Board of Survey condemned and threw overboard 5½ gallons beans, which had been spilled in hold, by bursting of barrel head.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm, light breeze from South.

The Permanent Board for the Quarterly Inspection of the Hull inspected the after torpedo room.

First Division was exercised at sub-caliber practice with 6-inch breech loading rifle.

A party of officers and men went to San Lorenzo Island in sailing launch for target practice.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light Southeasterly airs.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, pleasant weather.

Light airs from SE by South.

At 9.55pm sounded fire alarm.

Times of reporting as follows: 1st Division 1 minute 15 seconds; 2nd [Division] 2 minutes 39 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 10 seconds; 4th [Division] 2 minutes 10 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 2 minutes 14 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 4 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 2 minutes 11 seconds; Marines 1 minute 5 seconds.

Secured at 10.08pm: 1st Division 1 minute 42 seconds; 2nd [Division] 2 minutes 47 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 44 seconds; 4th [Division] 2 minutes 49 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 40 seconds; Powder [Division] 45s; Navigator's [Division] 59s; Marine Guard 2 minutes 3 seconds.

Ah Loni, Mess Attendant, stood watch on poop as punishment assigned this morning.


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21 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, hazy about the horizon.

Light breeze from SE by South to SE.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine.

SE airs.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 98¾ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 79 pounds fresh bread; and issued same to crew.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

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

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters, after which armed and equipped boats for "Cutting out" service.

Times as follows; 1st cutter 6 minutes 30 seconds; 2nd [cutter] 4 minutes 45 seconds; steam launch 7 minutes 40 seconds; sailing launch 4 minutes 40 seconds; whaleboat 7 minutes 50 seconds; gig 6 minutes 40 seconds.

Secured at 9.43am, times as follows: 1st cutter 2 minutes 54 seconds; 2nd [cutter] 2 minutes 57 seconds; steam launch 2 minutes 59 seconds; sailing launch 2 minutes 56 seconds; whaleboat 2 minutes 40 seconds; and gig 2 minutes 27 seconds.

The 1st, 2nd and 3rd Divisions were exercised at sub-caliber practice.

Lost overboard one 1-pounder sub-caliber cartridge.

H.B.M.S. "Hyacinth" was placed on floating dock.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from South by West.

At 1.30pm the Marine Guard were exercised at sub-caliber practice with 6-inch breech loading rifle, 2nd Division engaged in sub-caliber practice.

Received on board in Engineer's Department: 110 feet suction hose; 8 couplings for same; 12 nipples; 4 1-inch globe valves; 500 pounds cotton waste; 6 elbows.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 1000 pounds canned meats; 300 pounds canned vegetables; 402 pounds rice.

All above stores from Messrs. Grace Brothers and Company of Callao.

A party of officers and men left the ship to visit San Lorenzo Island for small arm practice.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, light breeze to light airs from SSE.

M. Doran, Seaman, was released from confinement, his term having expired.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy, hazy about the horizon, bright moonlight.

Light airs from SE to ESE.


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22 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Bright moonlight, with passing clouds at first, cloudy and misty latter part of watch.

Light Southeasterly airs and calms.

At 2.00am a steamer came in from the Northward and anchored near the mole.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and hazy.

Calm.

Tried steam steerer and found it in good order.


8am to meridian:

Overcast first part, clearing away latter part of watch.

Calms and light airs from West by South.

At 9.30am exercised at general quarters.

Divisions reported ready as follows: 1st [Division] 7 minutes 30 seconds; 2nd [Division] 3 minutes 45 seconds; 3rd [Division] 3 minutes 30 seconds; 4th [Division] 3 minutes 16 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 2 minutes 15 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 15 seconds; Powder [Division] 3 minutes 31 seconds; Marines 3 minutes 50 seconds.

And reported secured: 1st [Division] 2 minutes 50 seconds; 2nd [Division] 2 minutes 29 seconds; 3rd [Division] 2 minutes 30 seconds; 4th [Division] 2 minutes 10 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 2 minutes 15 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 2 minutes 25 seconds; Powder [Division] 3 minutes 40 seconds; Marines 1 minute 45 seconds.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light airs and breezes from West by South to NW by West.

Exercised 3rd part of Engineer's Division firing 3-pounder Rt. Go. [?] sub-caliber.

A rifle team of officers and men went to San Lorenzo Island to shoot a match with the team of H.B.M.S. "Hyacinth".


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, light haze about the horizon.

Light airs from West by North to South first three hours, calm last hour.

The party of officers and men from this ship and H.B.M.S. "Hyacinth" returned from San Lorenzo Island.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright start and moonlight.

Light Southerly airs and breezes.

Heavy dew, hazy around horizon.


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23 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light to gentle breezes from SE.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs from SSE to SE.

A French steamer, the "Peron" [possibly "Peronne"], came in from Northward and a Chilean steamer, the "Aconcagua", came in from Southward.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company of Callao: 77 pounds fresh bread; 98¾ pounds fresh beef; 98¾ pounds fresh vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light breezes from SSE.

At 9.30am called divisions to quarters and inspected bags.

Issued clothing and small stores.

Hoisted out steam launch.

Surgeon Harmon made the weekly sanitary inspection of the ship called for in United States Navy Regulations Circular number 8.

The Commanding Officer awarded the following punishments: H.R. Barker, Apprentice Third-class, stealing two chickens at San Lorenzo Island; J.T. Bush, Apprentice Second-class, stealing one chicken; and W.P. Munger, Apprentice First-class, accessory to theft of chickens; each 10 days' extra duty.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, light breeze from South.

A team from this ship went to San Lorenzo Island to shoot against a team from H.B.M.S. "Hyacinth".


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from SSE.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

The rifle team returned from San Lorenzo Island, having finished the firing at the ranges of 200, 400 and 600 yards.

Score: H.M.S. "Hyacinth" 528; Yorktown 518; nine men on each team, Martin Henry and Springfield rifles.

Hoisted in steam launch.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy and damp, occasional moonlight.

Light breeze from SE by South.

A steamer stood out to Southward.


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24 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light SE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light Southeasterly breezes.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company, Callao, the following fresh provisions for crew: 98¾ pounds each of fresh beef; and vegetables and 79 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy first part, then clear and warm.

Light breezes from SSE.

At 9.30am Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light breeze from SSE to South.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs and breezes from South.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine, bright moonlight.

SE airs.

At 10.00pm a steamer left harbor standing to Southward.


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25 December 1893

At Callao, Peru, South America

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy and hazy.

Light airs from SE by South.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SE and SE by South.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, warm and pleasant.

Light variable airs and breezes.

A German ship, the "Diamante", came in from Southward.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from Grace Brothers and Company: 300 pounds butter; and 200 pounds dried fruits.

Returned to Grace Brothers and Company: 663 pounds dried fruit which had proved unsatisfactory.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Calm first hour, then light airs and breezes from SW and WSW.

Sent baseball party to San Lorenzo [Island], and liberty party ashore.

Passed Assistant Paymaster J.R. Martin received on board in Paymaster's Department 1998 £ Sterling, 15 shillings.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs from SSE.

At 4.00pm mail steamer shifted berth to inner anchorage.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant, hazy weather.

Light to gentle breeze from SSE to SE.


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26 December 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Calms and light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Southerly airs and calm.

English steamer "Mendoza" came in from Southward.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 98¾ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 79 pounds fresh bread; and issued same to crew.


8am to meridian:

Commenced overcast and misty, closed clear.

Light airs from SW by South to South.

At 9.30am had fire quarters, times as follows: 1st [Division] 1 minute 42 seconds; 2nd [Division] 59 seconds; 3rd [Division] 2 minutes 10 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 2 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 15 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 31 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 3 seconds; and Marines 30 seconds.

At 9.33am secured, times as follows: 1st [Division] 1 minute 10 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 20 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 30 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 5 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 25 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 20 seconds; Powder [Division] 55 seconds; and Marines 45 seconds.

The divisions were then given the setting up exercise, after which they were drilled as follows, namely: 1st and 3rd [Divisions] ordnance instruction; 2nd [Division] sub-caliber practice; 4th [Division] infantry; Marines small arms.

Paymaster J.R. Martin was ordered by the Commanding Officer to make the following credits, namely: V. Fredrickson with three months' extra pay as Coxswain of steam launch; G. Lane with two months' pay as Seaman in charge of hold; and William Allen with one month's pay as Seaman in charge of hold, ending December 31, 1893; and E. Hannis, Seaman, and C. Ambler, Bugler, with three months' extra pay for honorable discharge and reenlistment.

The 3rd and 4th Divisions exercised at sub-caliber practice.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from South to South by East.

Exercised the Marine Guard at sub-caliber practice with 6-pounder Hotchkiss and 2nd Division with sub-caliber 3-pounder Hotchkiss and 6-inch breech loading rifle.

A party of officers and men left ship to visit San Lorenzo Island for small arm practice.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy.

Light breeze from South to SSE.

Ground swell unusually heavy.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from SE.

Unusually heavy ground swells.


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27 December 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Bright moonlight and starlight at first, clouding over latter part of watch, and damp.

Light breeze from SE by South.

Long ground swell and unusually heavy surf breaking on shore.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy and hazy.

Light breeze to light airs from SSE to SSW.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs to light breeze from SSW.

At 9.30am exercised at general quarters.

Divisions reported ready as follows: 1st [Division] 4 minutes 27 seconds; 2nd [Division] 31 seconds; 3rd [Division] 2 minutes 47 seconds; 4th [Division] 2 minutes 51 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 43 seconds; Powder [Division] 2 minutes 5 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 42 seconds; Marines 2 minutes 33 seconds.

And reported secured as follows: 1st [Division] 2 minutes 40 seconds; 2nd [Division] 2 minutes 30 seconds; 3rd [Division] 2 minutes 20 seconds; 4th [Division] 2 minutes 21 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 2 minutes 27 seconds; Powder[Division] 4 minutes 10 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 11 seconds; Marines 40 seconds.

Exercised 2nd and 4th Divisions at sub-caliber practice with 6-inch breech loading rifle.

By order of Commanding Officer J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, was assigned one day's extra duty, for neglecting brightwork.

Tested magazine and shell room flood cocks.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, hazy around horizon, damp latter part of watch.

Light breeze from South.

Exercised 2nd part of Engineer's Division at sub-caliber practice 3-pounder rapid fire gun.

Issued monthly money.

Cleaned and dried out cofferdams.

A party of officers and men went to San Lorenzo Island for rifle target practice.

The English bark "Avonmore" (W.F.P.J.) came in from the Southward.

Received in Engineer's Department from Grace Brothers and Company: 12 pounds brass castings; and 10 pounds cast iron.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SSE.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department from Grace Brothers and Company of Callao: 450 pounds of dried fruit.

Tried the searchlight, the Ardois signaling lights and the siren and found them in good working order.


8pm to midnight:

Bright starlight.

Moon rose about 11.15pm.

Damp.

Light breeze from SE.

A heavy surf breaking on shore.


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28 December 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant till last hour, then clouding over.

Light airs and breezes from SE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy weather.

Calms and light airs from SSW to SW by South.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company of Callao: 98¾ pounds fresh beef; 98¾ pounds fresh vegetables; and 79 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from South by East to SSW.

Damp.

Hoisted out steam launch.

Sent starboard watch ashore on liberty.

Exercised gun divisions at sub-caliber practice with 6-inch, 6-pounder, 3-pounder and 1-pounder rapid fire guns.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.

A firing party of officers and men went to San Lorenzo Island.

The English cable steamer "Retriever" got under way and spent the watch steaming up and down off San Lorenzo [Island].


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SSE to SE by South.

The English cable steamer "Retriever" returned at 4.15pm and anchored off our port quarter.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

The firing party returned from San Lorenzo Island.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy and damp.

Light airs and breezes from SE.

A steamer came in from Northward and one stood out to Southward, another to Northward.


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29 December 1893

At Callao

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light breeze from SE by South.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light Southeasterly airs and breezes.

Damp.

Liberty party returned, excepting H. Hill, Coal Passer, and S.B. Hawley, Landsman.

C.F. Clark, Second-class Fireman, being under the influence of liquor, was placed under sentry's charge for safe keeping.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from South.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised all gun divisions at sub-caliber practice.

S.B. Hawley, Landsman, and H. Hill, Coal Passer, absent without leave.

By order of Commanding Officer D. Watkins, First-class Fireman, is to be brought on quarter deck during meal hours.

Sent liberty party ashore.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, fine weather.

Light South by East breeze.

Received in Engineer's Department: 36 feet ¾-inch iron pipe.

By order of Captain released C.F. Clark, Coal Passer, from sentry's charge.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from South by East and SSE.

H. Hill, Coal Passer, and S.B. Hawley, Landsman, returned on board 10½ hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp.

Light SSE breezes.


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30 December 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Clear first half, overcast and hazy last half, heavy dew.

Light breeze from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Foggy.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company: 79 pounds bread; 98¾ [pounds] beef; and 98¾ [pounds] vegetables.

Steamer came in from Southward.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from South.

At 9.40am mustered at quarters, William Cochrane, Water Tender, R.E. McGowan, Coal Passer, J.J. Patterson, First-class Fireman, and A.M. Wilkinson, First-class Fireman, absent over time.

Surgeon G.E.H. Harmon made weekly sanitary inspection of ship.

By order of Captain placed C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, under sentry's charge till sober.

Lieutenant A.B. Speyers and Chief Engineer A.B. Bates inspected the ship in accordance with [Navy Regulations] Circular number 8.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, fog coming in at end of last hour.

Light to gentle breeze from South to SE.

Received from Grace Brothers and Company: 6 one-inch brass elbows, for use in Engineer's Department.

The rifle team went to San Lorenzo Island in steam launch for practice.

At 2.25pm French gunboat "Duchaffault" fired a salute of 15 guns, Peruvian ensign at the fore.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light SSE breeze.

By order of Commanding officer released C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, from charge of sentry.

At 8.00pm William Cochrane, Water Tender, and A.M. Wilkinson, First-class Fireman, returned on board, 12½ hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, heavy dew.

Light breeze from SE.


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31 December 1893

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and hazy.

Light airs to light breeze from SE.


4am to 8am:

Misty and wet.

Light SE breeze.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 98¾ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 79 pounds bread; and issued same to crew.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and foggy.

Light airs from SSE to South.

At 9.30am the Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew at quarters.

Absentees: J.J. Patterson, First-class Fireman, and R.E. McGowan, Coal Passer.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and hazy.

Light airs from South to SE.

At 3.35pm the cable steamer "Relay" came in and anchored.

J.J. Patterson, First-class Fireman, and R.E. McGowan, Coal Passer, returned on board, 32½ hours over time.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and hazy.

Light breeze from SE to SSE.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy, hazy about the horizon, cool weather.

Light airs from SSE to SE by South.


Approved: [signed] P.F. Harrington, Commander U.S. Navy Commanding


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LOG BOOK – JANUARY 1st 1894 TO JUNE 30th 1894


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LOG BOOK

of the

U.S.S. "Yorktown"

Third Rate,

of Six Guns,


Commanded By

Commander William M. Folger, U.S. Navy,

Attached to Pacific Squadron,

Commencing January 1st, 1894,

at Callao, Peru,

and ending June 30th, 1894,

at sea, latitude 57°40' N and longitude 140°05'30" W.


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List of Officers


Attached to and on board of the U.S.S. "Yorktown", commanded by Commander William M. Folger, U.S. Navy, during the period covered by this Log-Book, from January 1st, 1894, to June 30th, 1894.


Name

Rank

P.F. Harrington

Commander

A.B. Speyers

Lieutenant

H.F. Fickbohm

Lieutenant

William G. Cutler

Lieutenant

W.A. Gill

Lieutenant

H.A. Field

Ensign

R.H. Jackson

Ensign

William M. Folger

Commander

Thomas H. Stevens

Lieutenant

A.B. Bates

Chief Engineer

J.M. Pickerell

Assistant Engineer

A. Moritz

Passed Assistant Engineer

George H. Harmon

Surgeon

J.R. Martin

Passed Assistant Paymaster

G.H. Grendle

Paymaster's Clerk

E.B. Webster

Passed Assistant Paymaster

W.O. Caine

Paymaster's Clerk

G.P. Lumsden

Passed Assistant Surgeon


Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] H.F. Fickbohm, 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 Commander William M. Folger, U.S. Navy, during the period covered by this Log-Book, from January 1st, 1894, to June 30th, 1894.


Name

Rank

Time of Occurrence, and Particulars

P.F. Harrington

Commander

January 29th 1894

G.E.H. Harmon

Surgeon

April 10th 1894

J.R. Martin

Paymaster

April 16th 1894

G.H. Grendle

Paymaster's Clerk

Appointment revoked April 16th 1894 by Secretary of Navy

A.B. Speyers

Lieutenant

Transferred to Providence Hospital, Seattle, Washington, April 25th 1894


Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] H.F. Fickbohm, 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" at first commissioning April 23 1889.


Number Allowed

Rates

Number On Board

1

Chief Boatswain's Mate

1

1

Boatswain's Mate, First-class

1

4

Boatswain's Mate, Second-class


1

Chief Gunner's Mate

1

2

Gunner's Mates, First-class


3

Gunner's Mates, Second-class


4

Gunner's Mates Third-class


1

Chief Quartermaster

1

1

Quartermasters First-class

3

1

Quartermasters Second-class


1

Quartermasters Third-class


6

Coxswains

4


Captains of Forecastle

2


Captains of Afterguard

2


Quarter-Gunners

4

1

Chief Carpenter's Mates

1

1

Carpenter's Mates Third-class

1

1

Shipwright


1

Sailmaker's Mates

1


Armorer

1


Captains of Hold

1

1

Ship's Cook First-class

1


Ship's Corporals

1


Carpenters and Calkers

2

1

Baymen

1

1

Chief Master-at-Arms

1

1

Master-at-Arms Third-class

1

1

Apothecary

1

1

Ship's Yeoman

1

1

Paymaster's Yeoman

1

1

Engineer's Yeoman

1

1

Ship's Writer First-class

1

1

Ship's Writer Second-class

1

1

Painter

1

1

Bugler

1


Jack of the Dust

1

2

Blacksmith

1

1

Plumber and Fitter


1

Coppersmith


1

Cabin Steward

1

1

Cabin Cook

1

1

Ward-room Steward

1

1

Ward-room Cook

1


Steerage Stewards

1


Steerage Cooks

1

16

Seamen

18

16

Ordinary Seamen

13

9

Landsmen

14

6

Mess Attendants


16

Apprentices


6

Machinists

7

1

Boiler Makers

1

3

Water Tenders

6

6

Oilers

9

8

First-class Firemen

8

8

Second-class Firemen

8

15

Coal Heavers

15

160

Total

146 [144 in log-book]


Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] H.F. Fickbohm, Lieutenant, Navigator


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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

May 31st, 1893

Naval Observatory, Navy Yard, New York

.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





Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] H.F. Fickbohm, 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

Six

6-inch

III

Breech Loading Rifle

Brown prismatic powder

32.6 pounds to 42.6 pounds

Common cast iron

100 pounds

Central pivot







Common steel

100 pounds








Shrapnel

100 pounds








Armour piercing

100 pounds



Secondary


Number of Guns

Caliber

Mark

Description

Cartridge

Projectiles

Carriages

Powder

Weight

Kind

Weight

Two

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

Model 1880







Boat armament


Sailing Launch: One 1-pounder Rapid Fire Hotchkiss.

First Cutter: One Gatling gun, model 1880.


Small arms


100 Lee Remington magazine rifles.

114 Colt's Direct Action revolvers.

21 Cutlasses


Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] H.F. Fickbohm, Lieutenant, Navigator


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Tables of Deviation of the Standard Compass Number 491 on board the U.S.S. "Yorktown".


Date

January 11th, 1894

February 8th, 1894

April 19th, 1894

Place of Observation

Callao Bay, Peru

At sea

Bellingham Bay, Washington

Latitude

12°00'00" S

5°20' S

48°44' N

Longitude

77°14'00" W

81°22' W

122°32' W

Observed Variation

9°14' East

7°51' East

23°04' East

Ship's Head by Compass

Deviation

Deviation

Deviation

North

0°01' E

0°29' W

1°55' W

North by East

0°48' W

1°15' W

2°20' W

NNE

1°37' W

1°45' W

2°55' W

NE by North

2°12' W

2°00' W

3°15' W

NE

2°46' W

2°30' W

3°50' W

NE by East

3°09' W

2°45' W

3°15' W

ENE

3°32' W

2°55' W

2°50' W

East by North

3°46' W

3°00' W

2°10' W

East

3°59' W

3°00' W

1°32' W

East by South

4°00' W

2°30' W

0°45' W

ESE

4°01' W

2°15' W

0°00'

SE by East

3°38' W

2°00' W

0°25' E

SE

3°14' W

1°51' W

0°59' E

SE by South

2°40' W

1°40' W

1°30' E

SSE

2°05' W

1°30' W

1°35' E

South by East

1°17' W

1°00' W

1°40' E

South

0°28' W

0°15' W

1°44' E

South by West

0°28' E

0°15' E

1°35' E

SSW

1°24' E

1°00' E

1°25' E

SW by South

2°09' E

1°45' E

1°10' E

SW

2°54' E

2°30' E

0°58' E

SW by West

3°30' E

2°45' E

1°30' E

WSW

4°06' E

3°00' E

1°30' E

West by South

4°18' E

3°15' E

1°45' E

West

4°30' E

3°26' E

1°58' E

West by North

4°16' E

3°00' E

1°50' E

WNW

4°02' E

2°40' E

1°45' E

NW by West

3°04' E

2°20' E

1°45' E

NW

2°06' E

2°00' E

1°40' E

NW by North

1°53' E

1°45' E

1°40' E

NNW

1°40' E

1°15' E

0°00'

North by West

0°50' E

0°45' E

1°00' W


Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] H.F. Fickbohm, Lieutenant, Navigator



LOGS FOR JANUARY 1894


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1 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy at first, bright starlight latter part of watch, misty and damp.

Light airs from SE to East.

Moon rose about 3.15am.

A large steamer came in from Northward and anchored off quarantine.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy and hazy.

Light airs to light breeze from SSE to South.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant, light haze about the horizon.

Light breeze from South.

B.J. Lynch, Private Marine, returned on board 1½ hours over time.

The following men are absent without leave: William Ozard, Landsman, G.F. Burke, Plumber and Fitter, and H.J. Gibbons, Landsman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, damp.

Light breeze from SSE.

Sent liberty party ashore.

Chilean steamer "Spartan" came in from the Southward.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, hazy about the horizon.

Light airs from South to SE.

William Ozard, Landsman, returned 11 hours over time and G.F. Burke, Plumber and Fitter, returned 9½ hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Bright starlight, damp.

Light Southeasterly airs.


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2 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and calm.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and light airs from East by South to SE by South.

Hazy about the horizon.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company of Callao: 79 pounds fresh bread; 98¾ pounds fresh beef; and 98¾ pounds fresh vegetables.

The Chilean steamer "Cachapoal" came from Southward and anchored.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from South by East.

Damp.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absent without leave: H.J. Gibbons, Landsman.

Exercised divisions as follows: 1st [Division] single sticks; 2nd and Powder [Divisions] small arms; 3rd [Division] instructions great guns; Marines secondary battery; 4th [Division] pistols.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy and hazy.

Light breezes from SSE and South by East.

Instructed apprentices and quartermasters in signals.

Instructed Marine Guard at great guns.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs from SSE.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters, absent without leave: H.J. Gibbons, Landsman.

The Commanding Officer remitted the balance of the punishment awarded on the 22nd of last month to H.R. Barker, Apprentice Third-class, J.T. Bush, Apprentice Second-class, and W.P. Munger, Apprentice First-class.


8pm to midnight:

Partially clear, cool and damp.

Light airs from SSE to South by East.


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3 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, then clearing.

Light SSE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Bright starlight first hour, misty on horizon.

Day broke clear and pleasant about 4.50am.

Light breeze from SE by South.

H.J. Gibbons, Landsman, returned aboard 48 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Heavy fog first part, clearing last hour.

At 9.30am exercised at general quarters, ready as follows: 1st Division 4 minutes 40 seconds; 2nd [Division] 2 minutes 59 seconds; 3rd [Division] 3 minutes 26 seconds; 4th [Division] 4 minutes 1 second; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 56 seconds; Powder [Division] 3 minutes 24 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 46 seconds; Marines 2 minutes 23 seconds.

Secured at 9.55am, times as follows: 1st Division 2 minutes 40 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 20 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 15 seconds; 4th [Division] 0 minutes 59 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 10 seconds; Powder [Division] 3 minutes 5 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 0 minutes 20 seconds; Marines 1 minute 16 seconds.

At 10.01am exercised at fire quarters, water from hand pumps of 1st Division 2 minutes 0 seconds, from 2nd Division 1 minute 15 seconds, 3rd Division hand pump did not work.

Other divisions ready as follows: Navigator's [Division] 0 minutes 40 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 10 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 0 minutes 54 seconds; Marines 1 minute 0 seconds.

Secured at 10.03am, divisions ready as follows: 1st Division 1 minute 0 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 36 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 25 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 59 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 35 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 0 minutes 25 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 50 seconds.

By order of Commanding Officer H.R. Barker, Apprentice Third-class, was placed on bread and water for five days, for being insubordinate toward Chief Master-at-Arms.

By same authority J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, was given 3 days' extra duty, for not manning gun crank when ordered by gun Captain.

Instructed apprentices in signals.

Received in Construction and Repair [Department]: 36 gallons alcohol; 75 pounds gum shellac; 2 barrels of Portland cement; all from Grace Brothers and Company.

Tested flood cocks and found same in good order.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, foggy to seaward.

Light breeze from South.

Instructed 2nd part Engineer's Division in great guns.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from South to SSE.

Pacific Steam Navigation [Company] steamer "Santiago" stood out to Northward.

Served out clean hammocks.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine, bright starlight, heavy dew.

Light SE breeze.

South bound steamer went to sea.


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4 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Clear first hour, overcast remainder of watch, foggy last half, heavy dew.

Light airs to light breeze from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Foggy and damp.

Light airs from South by West and SSW.

Received from Lawlor and Company: 79 pounds bread; 98¾ [pounds] beef; and 98¾ [pounds] vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, warm and fine.

Light breezes from SSE to South.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and instructed divisions in duties at "Clear ship for action".


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SSE.

Light haze about the horizon.

Lieutenant Cutler and a party of men left ship to visit San Lorenzo Island.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, foggy to seaward.

Light to moderate breeze from SE by South.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters and turned in scrubbed hammocks.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, foggy, heavy dew.

Gentle breeze from SSE.


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5 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, foggy and very damp.

Light airs to light breeze from SE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, foggy and wet.

SE airs and calms.

Scrubbed locker bags.

Tested steam steering gear and found it in working order.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy and hazy.

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

At 9.30am called all boats away and exercised them in fleet tactics under oars and sail.

Received from Grace Brothers and Company the following engineers stores, namely: 6 barrels cement; 53 pounds copper; and 1 brass tube.

William T. Street, Machinist, was struck by a falling barrel of cement and injured.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast first part, clear and pleasant latter part, hazy about the horizon.

Light to gentle breeze from SSE.

Drilled the 3rd section of Engineer's Division at great guns.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, clearing last hour, hazy.

Light breeze from SE.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy, cool weather, hazy about the horizon.

Light to gentle breeze from SSE.


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6 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Bright starlight, misty around horizon.

Light airs and breezes from SE by South.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty.

Light airs from SE by South.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company the following fresh provisions, namely: 79 pounds bread; 98¾ [pounds] beef; and 98¾ [pounds] vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from SSW and SW.

Crew engaged in breaking out holds and store rooms.

Ensign Field and Passed Assistant Engineer Pickerell [Pickrell in log-book] made weekly inspection of hull.

Dr. Harmon made weekly sanitary inspection.

Restowed holds and store rooms.

Sent a rifle team and markers to San Lorenzo Island for a match with the International Revolver Club of Lima.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from South by West to SSE.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SSE.

By order of Commanding Officer placed G.R. Coulter, First-class Apprentice, and R.J. Cooney, Seaman, under sentry's charge, for returning on board under influence of liquor.

The British steamer "Bellenden" of the Lamport and Holt Line came in and anchored.


8pm to midnight:

Bright starlight, damp.

Light breeze from SE.


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7 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Partly clear and pleasant, misty latter part.

Light airs from South by East, shifting to North by East.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy, hazy.

Calm.

The Chilean mail steamer "Mapocho" came in from the Southward.

By order of the Commanding Officer released from sentry's charge R.J. Cooney, Seaman, and G.R. Coulter, First-class Apprentice.

Received on board in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company of Callao: 79 pounds fresh bread; 98¾ pounds fresh beef; and 98¾ pounds fresh vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light airs from SSW.

At 9.30am the Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew at quarters.

At 9.40am called all hands to muster, read Articles for the Government of the Navy and held general muster, all present or accounted for.

Sent liberty party ashore.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, light breeze from SSW and South.

Pacific Steam Navigation steamer "Puno" came in from Northward with American mail.


4pm to 8pm:

First part of watch clear, latter part cloudy, with mist and fog.

Light Southeasterly breeze.

By order of the Commanding Officer released from confinement H.R. Barker, Apprentice Third-class.

Received from the United States Consul General at Panama, via steamer "Puno", one bag of mail for this vessel and one bag for U.S.S. "Alliance".


8pm to midnight:

Clear overhead, but thick low lying fog.

Light airs and breezes from SSE, then calm.


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8 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Light Southerly airs and breezes.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Calm.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and damp.

Calm first part, light breezes from SSW last hour.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions as follows: 1st Division great guns; 2nd Division single sticks; 3rd Division small arms; 4th Division great guns; Powder Division small arms; Marines infantry.

Instructed apprentices in signals.

By order of the Commanding Officer awarded the following punishments: H.R. Barker, Apprentice Third-class, abusive and threatening petty officer in discharge of duty, solitary confinement on bread and water for five days; J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, late hammocks, lash and carry half hour early for three days; F.J. Horn, Mess Attendant, G.R. Coulter, Apprentice First-class, and E.F. Hennessey, Mess Attendant, drunk on duty at San Lorenzo, 10 days' confinement; P. Shmidt, Coal Passer, not carrying out night orders as directed, confinement five days; B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, accessory to getting liquor on board ship, 10 days' confinement.

All above punishments being executed, except in case of E. Hennessey, Mess Attendant, who is on the sick list.

A. Garren, Seaman, was placed under sentry's charge to await trial by Summary Court Martial, for having liquor in his possession on board ship.

Hoisted in steam launch.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and hazy.

Light breeze from South.

By order of Captain transferred H.R. Barker, Apprentice, from brig to sentry's charge, and placed A. Garren, Seaman, in brig for safe keeping.

By order of Captain placed E. Hennessy, Mess Attendant, under sentry's charge for ten days, for drunkenness on duty.

Received in Engineering Department: 30 iron washers; 10 pounds marline; 3 pounds copper wire; 100 rubber grommets; 10 yards emery cloth; 1 copper pipe.

Exercised 1st part Engineer's Division at great guns.

At 2.15pm United States Consul Jastremski visited the ship, being saluted on his departure with 7 guns, expended therein 14 pounds saluting powder, 7 corks and primers.


4pm to 8pm:

Foggy and damp, clearing latter part.

Light breezes from SE and SSE.

A. Garren, Seaman, having sobered up, was taken from brig and placed under sentry's charge, to await trial by Summary Court Martial, the specifications of which were delivered to him.

H.R. Barker, Apprentice Third-class, was returned to brig.

Tested searchlights and Ardois signals and found them in good order.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine, bright starlight.

Light airs from SE by South.


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9 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty, heavy dew, light airs first half from South, then calm.


4am to 8am:

Foggy and damp.

Light airs from SSE.

At 5.45am the "Duchaffault" got under way and stood out to Northward.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company fresh provisions as follows: bread, 79 pounds; and beef and vegetables, each 98¾ pounds.

The Pacific Steam Navigation Company steamer "Serena" ["Serina" in log-book] came in from Southward.


8am to meridian:

Foggy and damp, then clear and warm.

Light SSE airs and breezes.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions: 1st and 4th [Divisions] single sticks; 3rd and Powder Divisions great guns; 2nd Division and Marines small arms.

French cruiser "Duchaffault" engaged in target practice to Northward and Eastward, report of her guns being distinctly heard.


Meridian to 4pm:

Foggy, light to gentle breeze from South by East to SSE.

At 3.00pm sighted the "Duchaffault" in the offing, at 4 o'clock she anchored in her old berth.

The Marine Guard were given instructions in ordnance.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, foggy around horizon.

Light SSE breeze.

North bound steamer went to sea.

An English steamer came in from Northward.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

At 7.30pm a German steamer went to sea.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and damp, heavy dew, light airs from SSE.


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10 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -11.96, Long -77.15 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, foggy at intervals, cold and damp.

Light breeze from SE by South.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, foggy and damp.

Light SSE breeze.

At 5.00am started fires under boilers C and D.

Received in Engineering Department: 250 pounds red lead.


8am to meridian:

Commenced overcast and foggy, clearing latter part of watch.

Calm, then light airs to light breeze from SW to SW by South.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and gave crew setting up drill.

At 10.00am a Summary Court Martial met, Lieutenant W.G. Cutler senior member, for the trial of A. Garren, Seaman, the Court adjourned at 10.45am.

The Commanding Officer ordered the following punishment, namely: J. Murnane, Gunner's Mate Second-class, smoking privilege withdrawn for 3 days, smoking out of hours.

At 11.00am got under way and stood to the Northward under easy steam, conned by the captain, and at noon anchored on east shore of Callao Bay in 7½ fathoms, mud bottom, 15 fathoms port chain.

Draft forward 11 feet 6 inches, aft 16 feet 1 inch.


Meridian to 4pm:

Foggy during last three hours of watch.

Light breeze from SSE.

At 1.00pm lowered boats and placed target for practice with 6-inch breech loading rifle guns under way.

Fog then set in until 3.30pm, when it partly cleared away.

At this time fired 1 shell from starboard after 6-inch breech loading rifle and 1 shell from starboard 6-pounder Hotchkiss.

Expended 1 6-inch breech loading rifle charge (reduced) and common shell, and 1 6-pounder charge and common shell.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear at times, hazy and foggy.

Light breeze from SSE.

At 4.10pm got under way and exercised at target practice with starboard after and port forward breech loading rifle, ship's speed 9 knots.

At 4.20pm sighted U.S.S. "Alliance".

She made cornet 9, we answered and made cornet 236.

U.S.S. "Alliance" then made [signals] interrogatory 1211, 3133 and 4557, to each of which we answered and we made 904.

At 6.05pm we returned to anchorage in Callao harbor and anchored in 5 fathoms with 20 fathoms port chain.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Alliance" visited the ship.

Expended 8 6-inch charges (reduced) and 8 6-inch common shells.

Banked fires.

Bearings at anchorage: clock tower on mole N67°E, flag staff Pacific Steam Navigation Company (agent's house) S52°, ship's head by standard compass South by E½E.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy, hazy weather.

Light breeze to light airs from SE by South first three hours, calm last hour.


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11 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -11.96, Long -77.15 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty.

Light Southeasterly breezes.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and foggy.

Light airs from SE, then calm.

At 7.00am made dress signal 6187.

Received in Paymaster's Department for use of crew from Lawlor and Company: 79 pounds fresh bread; 98¾ pounds beef; and 98¾ pounds vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Foggy first part, clearing away latter part.

At 10.05am got under way, stood out of harbor for target practice.

At 10.45am lowered boats, placed stake boats.

At 10.50am called to general quarters, and at 11.10am commenced moving practice with 6-inch breech loading rifles, speed 9 knots, distance target from stake boats 1500 yards.

Draft [of] ship forward 11 feet 6 inches and aft 16 feet 0 inches.

At 9.50am assembled crew on quarterdeck and sentence of Summary Court Martial in the case of Albert Garren, Seaman, was read to him.

The sentence was solitary confinement on bread and water for thirty (30) days, with full ration every fifth day, and loss of one months' pay, amounting to twenty-five ($25) dollars.

The part of sentence, inflicting loss of pay, to be referred to the Secretary of the Navy.

In compliance with above sentence A. Garren, Seaman, was confined.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially clear, but misty around horizon and damp.

Light breeze from SSE.

At anchor off Callao harbor.

At 1.50pm got under way (3 boilers, 85 revolutions of engines) and had target practice with secondary battery, range 1000 yards.

Finished target practice, under way at 2.55pm, picked up boats, observers and target.

Steamed under easy steam towards anchorage off San Lorenzo Island until 3.50pm, when stopped engines and lay to awaiting opportunity to make observations for compass errors.

Expended during day at target practice: 17 6-inch breech loading rifle common shells, loaded and fuzed; 17 6-inch breech loading rifle reduced charges; 17 vent-sealing primers; 10 common shells 6-pounder rapid fire Hotchkiss; 10 common shells 3-pounder rapid fire Hotchkiss; 11 common shells 1-pounder rapid fire Hotchkiss; and 10 common shells 37 mm revolving cannon.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant first hour, cool and misty remainder of watch.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SE.

At 4.30pm started ahead and commenced swinging ship.

Finished swinging ship at 5.45pm.

Then stood in for anchorage off San Lorenzo Island.

At 6.27pm dropped port anchor in 8½ fathoms water, hard muddy bottom, and veered to 25 [fathoms] port chain.

Allowed fires to die out, except under boiler C where they were banked.

Bearings from anchorage: light tower (unfinished) N66°W, target range flagstaff S49°W, ship's head SE by standard compass.


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[Inserted note]


8pm to midnight:

Dim starlight, damp, misty around horizon.

Light to moderate breezes in squalls blowing down over the Island.

Much froth and scum floating past the ship from the El Boqueron Channel [Bockeron Channel in log-book] latter part of watch.


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12 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.07, Long -77.20


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light to gentle breezes from South to SSE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and hazy.

Light breeze from SSE to SE by South.

Landed steam launch's boiler on deck for repairs.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to moderate breezes, in light squalls, from South.

At 9.15am assembled and inspected the ship's battalion, then landed the Marines, artillery and infantry sections for drill.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate breezes, falling to light breezes latter part of watch.

At 1.30pm called away all sail boats, except gig, and sent them on a course around U.S.S. "Alliance" and return, course about 9 miles.

Times as follows: sailing launch 1 hour 45 minutes; 2nd cutter 2 hours 12 minutes; 1st cutter 2 hours 13 minutes; whaleboat 3 hours 29 minutes.

H.M.S. "Hyacinth" came out of floating dock.

A Compañia Sud Americana de Vapores steamer came in from Northward.

Sent rifle team to range for practice.


4pm to 8pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light breeze from South to SE.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

By order of the Commanding Officer released from confinement H.R. Barker, Apprentice Third-class, and P. Shmidt, Coal Passer, D. Watkins, First-class Fireman, was released from sentry's charge and made a prisoner at large.

H.M.S. "Hyacinth" had target practice, after which she anchored near this vessel.

The rifle team returned aboard from the ranges.


8pm to midnight:

Partially clear and damp.

Light airs and breezes from SE.


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13 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.07, Long -77.20


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

SE airs and breezes.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and damp.

Light airs and breezes from SE and SE by East.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts the following fresh provisions for crew from Lawlor and Company, Callao: 98¾ pounds each of beef and vegetables; and 79 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SE by East.

In compliance with U.S. Navy Regulations Circular number 8 inspection of ship was made by Lieutenant W.G. Cutler, Assistant Engineer A. Moritz and Surgeon G.E.H. Harmon.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from South.

Rifle team left ship at meridian to shoot a match with a team from H.M.S. "Hyacinth" at the San Lorenzo [Island] range.


4pm to 8pm:

Partially cloudy.

Light breezes from South.

Shooting party returned on board, having scored 492 points against 486 points of H.M.S. "Hyacinth's" team.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light breeze from SE by South.

A Southbound steamer went to sea.


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14 January 1894

Off San Lorenzo Island, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.07, Long -77.20


Midnight to 4am:

Partly clear, heavy dew, light fog last half of watch.

Gentle breeze from South to SE.


4am to 8am:

Partially cloudy and foggy.

Light breezes from SE and South.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company, Callao: 87 pounds bread; 98¾ [pounds] beef; and 98¾ [pounds] vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, foggy and misty over the land.

Light breeze from SE to SSE.

At 9.30am Captain inspected ship and crew at quarters.

Finished repairs to steam launch's boiler and placed boiler in boat.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy.

Gentle breeze from SSE.

Sent a party ashore to San Lorenzo Island, and visiting parties to U.S.S. "Alliance" and H.B.M.S. "Hyacinth".


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy, squally and damp.

Gentle to moderate breeze from South.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy and misty.

Gentle breeze from SSE to SE by South.

Started fires under boiler D, and hauled those from under [boiler] C on account of check valve joint blowing out.


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15 January 1894

Off San Lorenzo Island, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.07, Long -77.20


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy, hazy weather.

Light breeze from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, foggy over the land.

Light breezes and airs from SSE to SE.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, fog bank to Eastward.

Light airs to light breeze first half from NW, then light airs from East.

Sent 4th Division and 3rd section Engineer's Division ashore for practice at the 200 and 400 yards ranges.

At 9.30am H.B.M.S. "Hyacinth" left her anchorage and had secondary battery practice.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy and foggy.

Gentle breeze from NNW first three hours, and from Southward last hour.

The 3rd Division and 2nd section of Engineer's Division exercised at small arm target practice on shore.

The 4th Division and 3rd section of Engineer's Division exercised at firing with rifle from ship at target on shore, target 6 [feet] x 6 [feet] and distant 300 yards, also at pistol practice from ship at target afloat and distant 30 yards, both latter firings as prescribed by order number 14.

Lieutenants Fickbohm, Cutler and Boush, Chief Engineer Bates, Passed Assistant Engineer Pickerell and Assistant Engineer Moritz left ship as members of Boards of Survey to meet on U.S.S. "Alliance".


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy and foggy.

Light airs from North to East, then calm.

Received a mail from the United States.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy and foggy.

Calm 1st hour, light to moderate breeze from SE to South remainder of watch.


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16 January 1894

Off San Lorenzo Island, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.07, Long -77.20


Midnight to 4am:

Bright starlight overhead, misty around horizon, with occasional fog during first part.

Light airs to gentle breezes from South to SSW.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty, light breeze to light airs from SE.

Received in Paymaster's Department for use of crew the following fresh provisions from Lawlor and Company, namely: 79 pounds bread; 98¾ [pounds] beef; and 98¾ [pounds] vegetables.

Sent to Callao a mail for the United States.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy and misty.

Calms and light airs from NNE.

The Powder Division exercised at rifle practice on San Lorenzo Island at 200 and 400 yards ranges.

The 3rd Division and 2nd section of Engineer's Division fired from ship at a target (6 feet x 6 feet) on shore and distant 300 yards, in accordance with order number 14, and the 4th Division and 3rd section of Engineer's Division fired from ship with pistol at target afloat and distant 30 yards, in accordance with order number 14.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy and damp.

Calms and light variable airs.

1st Division and 1st part of Engineer's Division ashore firing on 200 and 400 yards ranges.

3rd Division and 2nd part of Engineer's Divisions finished firing from ship with rifle at 300 yards and revolver at 30 yards.

Powder Division firing from ship at B target, 300 yards distant, ashore.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy weather, foggy at times.

Light airs from ENE to Eastward, first part and from SSW to SSE latter part.

1st Division and 1st part of Engineer's Division finished small arm practice ashore.

Powder Division finished firing from ship at B target, distant 300 yards, ashore.

The following punishments were assigned by the Commanding Officer: William Ozard, Landsman, not cleaning brightwork, extra duty for one day; J.H. Bucker, Landsman, communicating with men in the brig and not stopping when ordered by sentry, extra duty for 3 days; William Garwood, Private Marine, talking on post and answering improperly when spoken to, extra police duty for 5 days.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with dim moonlight, misty and damp.

Light to gentle breezes from SSE.


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17 January 1894

Off San Lorenzo Island, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.07, Long -77.20


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light breezes from SE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, foggy and damp.

Light to gentle breeze from SSE to SE.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather, clear overhead, foggy around horizon.

Light airs from Northward and Eastward, shifting to SSW.

Officers having target practice with rifle and revolvers.

Powder Division finished revolver target practice.

2nd Division ashore firing on the 200 and 400 yards ranges.


Meridian to 4pm:

Generally clear and pleasant, with mist and then heavy fog around horizon.

Navigator's Division and Marine Guard practicing on shore at 200 and 400 yards with rifle.

The former division returned on board, having finished with shore practice.

The 1st Division firing from ship at army B target placed on shore, 300 yards distant, and finished firing.

2nd Division and Navigator's Division firing from ship at pistol target, 30 yards distant.

Former division finished.

By order of Commanding Officer Ozard William, Landsman, and Bucker J.H., Landsman, did extra duty for 3 hours.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Grace Brothers and Company: 2280 pounds saltwater soap.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and foggy, with occasional clear sky overhead.

Gentle to moderate breezes from SE by South.

1st part of Engineer's Division engaged in target practice, firing from ship at 300 yards, B target on beach.

Marine Guard returned aboard from the rifle ranges.

Navigator's Division finished target practice with revolver.

By order of the Commanding Officer released from confinement G.R. Coulter, Apprentice First-class, B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, F.J. Horn, Mess Attendant, and E.E. Hennesey, Mess Attendant.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast with heavy fog, occasional dim moonlight.

Gentle breezes from SE by South.


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18 January 1894

Off San Lorenzo Island, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.07, Long -77.20


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, foggy and wet.

Wind light from SE by South.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, heavy fog and wet.

Light breeze from SE by South.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company, Callao, for crew: 98¾ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 79 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Partially clear, with heavy low lying fog.

Light airs and breezes from ESE to NNE.

Continued target practice of yesterday: the 1st part Engineer's Division, 1st Division and Navigator's Division finished practice with rifle and revolver, 2nd Division still firing.

The following changes in ratings were made by order of Commanding Officer to date from January 1st 1894, namely: William Mackay, from Coal Passer to Master-at-Arms Third-class; Robert Spindler, from Ordinary Seaman to Gunner's Mate Third-class; Armand Olsen, from Gunner's Mate Third-class to Coxswain; Peter Peterson, from Seaman to Coxswain; J.A. Anderson from Apprentice Second-class to Apprentice First-class; L. Weishardt, from Apprentice Second-class to Apprentice First-class.

The first four above mentioned received acting appointments from January 1st 1894.

By order of Commanding Officer William Ozard, Landsman, performed 3 hours' extra duty.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light moderate breeze, shifting from NW to SSE and freshening.

Received in Equipment Department: 50 gallons lard oil.

2nd Division and Marine Guard engaged in practice with rifle at 300 yards.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, misty around horizon.

Light to gentle breezes from South and SSE.

Marine Guard finished firing with revolver.


8pm to midnight:

First half clear and fine, with bright moonlight, then foggy and damp.

Gentle to moderate SE breeze.


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19 January 1894

Off San Lorenzo Island, Callao, Peru

Lat -12.07, Long -77.20


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty, heavy dew.

Light breeze from SE by South.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp, misty.

Light airs from SE by South, then calm.


8am to meridian:

Foggy and damp, then warm, clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from North to NNW.

At 9.50am mustered at quarters.

Planted a target on port quarter for boat gun practice.

Exercised riflemen and boarders of divisions at rifle target at 300 yards and 50 yards respectively.

Exercised sailing launch in shooting at target with 1-pounder Hotchkiss, stationary at 500 yards, 5 shots, and under way from 600 to 400 yards, 10 shots.

Acting appointments were made by Captain as follows: Charles F. Petterson, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, November 7, 1893; Neils Anderson, Quartermaster Second-class, November 7, 1893; John Murphy, Chief Boatswain's Mate, November 7, 1893; Harry Forsdal, Chief Quartermaster, November 7, 1893; Charles F. Face, Apothecary, July 17, 1893; Larry Young, Boatswain's Mate First-class, November 7, 1893; Isaac Lundquist, Quartermaster First-class, November 7, 1893.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, foggy to Eastward.

Light breeze to light airs from NE to East.

Fired at target on shore with Gatling [gun] in first cutter, boat from target 200 to 300 yards.

Got on board target and kedge.

Finished quarterly target practice.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, foggy around horizon.

Light airs and breezes from North.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty.

Light breeze to light airs from NNE to SE.


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20 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and foggy, damp.

Light breeze from ENE to NNE first two hours and from NW last two hours.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, foggy and wet.

Light SW breeze, shifting to NNW airs.

At 4.00am started fire under boiler C.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 98¾ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables; and 79 pounds fresh bread; and issued same to crew.


8am to meridian:

Overcast with fog.

Light airs from NNW to WNW.

At 10 o'clock got under way, and under conn of Commanding Officer crossed the bay and anchored at 10.48am in 5¼ fathoms, mud bottom, 20 fathoms port chain.

Bearings at anchorage: ship's head North (standard compass); clock tower on mole N63°E; flagstaff Pacific Steam Navigation Company house S64°E.

Lieutenant W.A. Gill and Surgeon G.H. Harmon inspected ship in accordance with Navy [Regulations] Circular number 8.

Allowed fires to die out under boiler D.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy and foggy, fog lifted gradually during watch.

Light airs from WNW.

The weekly inspection of Engineering Department required by Navy Circular number 8 was made by Passed Assistant Engineer Pickerell [Pickrell in log-book].

A Board of Survey on articles in Ordnance Department of this ship met.

The board consisted of Lieutenant W.V. Bronaugh, and Ensigns J.K. Seymour and Victor Blue.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and foggy.

Light breeze to light airs from SSE to South.

Hoisted in steam launch.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, foggy and damp.

Calms and light airs from SSE.


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21 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Heavy fog and wet, clearing a little latter part of watch.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and hazy.

Calm, then light airs from NW.

At 7.00am made uniform and time signal 0011.

Received for use of crew from Lawlor and Company the following fresh provisions, namely: 98¾ pounds beef; 98¾ pounds vegetables; and 98 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, foggy about horizon.

Gentle breeze from NW to NW by West.

At 9.30am the Commanding Officer inspected the ship and the crew at quarters.


Meridian to 4pm:

Dense fog.

Light Northwesterly airs and calm.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and foggy.

Calms and light airs to light breezes from SE.


8pm to midnight:

Dense fog.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.


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22 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Heavy fog.

Calm, then light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Dense fog.

Light airs from SSE 1st hour, calm remainder of watch.


8am to meridian:

Foggy and calm, clearing latter part of watch with light Southeasterly breezes.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, followed by setting up exercises and drills: Powder and 3rd Divisions small arms; 1st and 4th Divisions great guns; 2nd Division single sticks.

Scraping and red-leading rust spots on ship's side.

Cleaned out port forward fresh water tanks.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially clear, with low lying fog, which became very thick latter part of watch.

Light breezes from South by West to SSE.

Received in Construction Department: 30 gallons raw linseed oil; and 10 pounds ultramarine blue; and in Engineering Department: 6 sash tool brushes; all from Grace Brothers and Company.

Exercised apprentices in signals.

Drilled 1st part of Engineer's Division at small arms.

Crew engaged in touching up rust spots.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, but damp.

Light breeze from SSE.

At 4.50pm mustered at quarters.

Received by the Pacific Steam Navigation Company's steamer "Santiago" two bags of mail from the United States Consul General, Panama, one of which was delivered to U.S.S. "Alliance".

Tested searchlights and Ardois signals, port searchlight not in working order.


8pm to midnight:

First part clear, with bright moonlight, then partially foggy.

Light airs and breezes from SSE to SE by South.

Exercised in signaling with night signals using Ardois and wigwag system.


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23 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, foggy and very wet.

Light SSE breeze.


4am to 8am:

Dense fog.

Light breeze from SSE.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company, Callao, for crew: 79 pounds fresh bread; and 98¾ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables.

At 7.00am made time and uniform signal geographic 6187.


8am to meridian:

Foggy first part, then clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from South.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and after setting up drill exercised as follows: 1st and 4th Divisions single sticks; 3rd Division great guns; Powder Division instruction.

A Board of Survey from U.S.S. "Alliance" met on board to survey articles in Construction and Equipment Departments of this vessel.

At 8.45am U.S.S. "Alliance" made [signal] interrogatory 2077, answered in affirmative, and at 10.15am asked by wigwag to send men aloft, granted.

At 9.30am made sick report numeral 0.

At 8.10am this vessel sent by wigwag to U.S.S. "Alliance" "Board of Survey will meet on board at 10.30".

Painting over red lead spots.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and misty.

Light to gentle breeze from South to SE.

Issued money won in target practice.

British steamer "Juanita" came in from Southward.

Painting over spots which had previously been red-leaded.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and foggy.

Light breezes from SE and SE by South.

Compañia Sud Americana de Vapores steamer "Maipo" stood out to Northward.

At 4.30pm the "Duchaffault" fired a salute of 17 guns, Peruvian flag at fore.

U.S.S. "Alliance" asked permission to pipe down clothes and to haul out awnings, both granted.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, misty and damp.

Light SE breeze.


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24 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast with fog.

Light breeze to light airs from SSE to South by East.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and foggy.

Light airs from SSW and SW.

At 7.00am made time and dress signal geographic 6187.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, hazy about horizon.

Calm.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions: 1st and 4th [Divisions] small arms; 4th [Division] great guns; Powder [Division] single sticks.

Restowed forward fixed ammunition room.

An English steamer came in from Northward.

Lowered gaffs, and made preparations to paint spars.

At 8.45am U.S.S. "Alliance" made [signal] interrogatory 2077, answered yes.

At 9.30am U.S.S. "Alliance" made numeral 9.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly overcast and hazy.

Light airs from West to NW.

Sent two boilermakers to U.S.S. "Alliance" to work on her boilers.

Engaged painting spars, smoke pipe and ventilators.

Second section Engineer's Division were instructed in ordnance and gunnery.

At 1 o'clock U.S.S. "Alliance" signaled interrogatory 2255.

This ship answered and signaled affirmative.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from South to SE by East.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

At 5.30pm U.S.S. "Alliance" made [signal] interrogatory 6069, answered yes.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty.

Light breeze to light airs from SE by East.


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25 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and hazy.

Calms and light airs from South.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, foggy about horizon.

Light NW airs.

At 6.55am made uniform signal 6187.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 98¾ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; 79 pounds fresh bread; and issued same to crew.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and misty.

Calm.

Engaged painting ship outside.

At 9.30am U.S.S. "Alliance" made sick report numeral 8.

At 11.15am U.S.S. "Alliance" made [signal] interrogatory 2076, we answered in the affirmative.

Two boilermakers from this ship were sent to work on U.S.S. "Alliance's" boilers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, hazy about horizon, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from Southward.

Engaged in painting ship inside and outside.

Two boilermakers from this ship were sent to work on U.S.S. "Alliance's" boilers.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from South to SSE.

At 5.25pm U.S.S. "Alliance" made signal interrogatory 5549, this ship answered and signaled affirmative.

Engaged painting ship inside and out.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy, fine weather.

Light breeze from SSE.


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26 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Dim moonlight and starlight, clouding over latter part of watch.

Light breezes and airs from SSE.

A steamer came in from the Southward.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, then overcast and hazy.

Light airs from SSE.

At 7.00am made time and uniform signal 6107.

Lowered steam launch.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, hazy about horizon, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SE to South.

Engaged in painting ship inside and out.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear first part, cloudy, with mist, latter part of watch.

Light breeze from SSE.

Painting ship.

The Spanish Minister to Peru came aboard ship and was received with the customary honors.

Served out monthly money.

The Commanding Officer paid official visits to U.S.S. "Alliance", H.B.M.S. "Hyacinth" and the French corvette "Duchaffault".


4pm to 8pm:

Foggy weather, very dense latter part of watch.

Light breeze from SSE.

The Spanish Minister left ship at 4.40pm and upon his departure a salute of 15 guns was fired, Spanish flag at the fore.

Expended for saluting purposes fifteen (15) 6-pounder saluting charges.


8pm to midnight:

Foggy and wet.

Light breezes from SSE and SE by South.


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27 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and foggy.

Light airs and breezes from SE and SE by South.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and foggy.

Fog lifted towards end of watch.

Calms and light airs from SSE.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company of Callao: 79 pounds fresh bread; 98¾ pounds fresh beef; and 98¾ pounds fresh vegetables.

The British steamer "Pizarro" and Chilean steamer "Itata" came in.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and damp, clearing latter part of watch, and warm.

Calm and light variable airs.

Surgeon Harmon made the weekly sanitary inspection.

Lieutenant Speyers and Chief Engineer Bates made the monthly inspection of hull and compartments, et cetera.

Sent liberty party of starboard watch ashore.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from South by West.

Received in Engineering Department: 150 gallons lubricating oil; and 20 gallons cylinder oil, from Grace Brothers and Company.

At 1.30pm the American Minister visited this vessel and was received with the customary honors.

He subsequently visited U.S.S. "Alliance" and H.M.S. "Hyacinth".

He was accompanied by the American Consul.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm first part of watch, latter part foggy and damp.

Light airs from South by West, shifting to NW.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Foggy.

Calm.


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28 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, foggy and wet.

NW airs and calm.


4am to 8am:

Foggy and wet, clearing latter part of watch.

Light Northwesterly airs.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Lawlor and Company, Callao: 79 pounds fresh bread; and 98¾ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; which issued to crew.


8am to meridian:

Partially clear and misty.

Calm, then light airs from NW.

At 9.30am Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters, following men absent without leave: William Allen, Seaman, D. Bolger, Blacksmith, F.J. Clark, Second-class Fireman, J.J. Cormody, Apprentice Second-class, T. Dalton, Second-class Fireman, F. Higgins, Coxswain, William Howley, Coal Passer, S.B. Hawley, Landsman, J. Murray, Coal Passer, E.R. Peacock, Landsman, J. Washington, Ordinary Seaman, E.P. Weber, Landsman, J.A. Anderson, Apprentice First-class, F. Earle, Bayman, C. Hudson, Coal Passer, P. Anthony, Private Marine, and J.H. Roulston, Private Marine.

At 9.50am called all hands to muster and published General Court Martial orders 378 to 396 inclusive, and General Squadron orders Pacific Station number 1 and 2.

G.S. Tripp, Coal Passer, having returned on board tight was subsequently found with liquor in possession and becoming abusive to Master-at-Arms, was placed under sentry's charge to await subsequent action of Commanding Officer.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from West and SW.

At 12.30pm J. Washington, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board, 5 hours over time and dead drunk.

At 12.40pm Commander W.M. Folger reported on board as the relief of Commander P.F. Harrington.

At 3.00pm F. Higgins, Coxswain, returned on board 7½ hours over time.


4pm to 8pm:

Heavy fog.

Light breezes from SE and South.

J.A. Anderson, Apprentice First-class, F. Earle, Bayman, and E.P. Weber, Landsman, returned on board 10½ hours over time.

U.S.S. "Alliance" asked permission to scrub hammocks tomorrow, granted.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, foggy and wet.

Light SE breeze.


Approved: [signed] P.F. Harrington, Commander U.S. Navy Commanding


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29 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and foggy.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Foggy, gloomy weather.

Calm.

William Allen, Seaman, returned on board 24 hours overtime, also J.J. Cormody, Apprentice Second-class.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and damp, then clearing and warm.

Calm and NNW airs.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and Commanders Harrington and Folger inspected ship and crew at quarters.

Absentees: D. Bolger, Blacksmith, F. Clark, Second-class Fireman, T. Dalton, Second-class Fireman,

William Howlley, Coal Passer, J. Murray, Coal Passer, E.R. Peacock, Landsman, C. Hudson, Coal Passer, P. Anthony, Private Marine, J.H. Roulston, Private Marine, B.J. Lynch, Private Marine, M. Doran, Seaman, H. Lamparter, Coal Passer, J. Sharp, Seaman, S.H. Smyth, Coal Passer, R. Williams, Seaman, and C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman.

At 11.00am exercised at general quarters, ready in 6 minutes 44 seconds, secured in 3 minutes 20 seconds.

Received in Navigation Department: a complete photographic outfit.

Received in Construction Department: 2 goose necks.

At 11.30am C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board 4 hours overtime.

At 9.30am U.S.S. "Alliance" made [signal] numeral 12.

At 9.00am S.B. Hawley, Landsman, returned on board 25½ hours overtime.

All men rated by Commander P.F. Harrington were this day disrated.


Meridian to 3.30pm:

Partly cloudy and foggy.

Light breeze to light airs from NW to WNW.

By order of Commanding Officer Paymaster J.R. Martin was directed to check $28 against the pay of M. Doran, Seaman, this being a part of Summary Court Martial sentence in his case and which was approved January 3, 1894, by the Honorable Secretary of the Navy.

Received on board with his effects and necessary transfer papers from U.S.S. "Alliance": W.T. Harmer, Seaman Apprentice First-class.

At 1.10pm called away all boats and exercised under oars, after which had fire quarters.


Approved: [signed] P.F. Harrington, Commander U.S. Navy Commanding


3.30pm to 4pm:

At 3.30pm called all hands to muster, and in presence of officers and crew Commander P.F. Harrington read orders detaching him from the command of this ship and directing him to proceed home, thereupon Commander W.M. Folger read orders assigning him to the command as the relief of Commander Harrington, he accordingly assumed command and announced that the orders of his predecessor would remain in force and that the men this day disrated by his predecessor were again appointed to their former rates.


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4pm to 8pm:

Foggy and damp.

Light Westerly airs.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters, fifteen men absent over time.

M. Doran, Seaman, returned on board 12 hours over time, and drunk, and was placed under sentry's charge till sober.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, foggy and damp.

Light airs from SE, then calm.

D. Bolger, Blacksmith, and William Howlley, Coal Passer, returned on board 36½ hours over time, they being drunk, were placed under sentry's charge till sober.


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30 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy weather, clearing away towards end of watch.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, foggy around horizon.

Calm and Southeasterly airs.

H.C. Lamparter, Coal Passer, returned on board 23 hours over time.

T. Dalton, Second-class Fireman, returned on board 47 hours over time.

D. Bolger, Blacksmith, M. Doran, Seaman, and William Howlley, Coal Passer, being sober, were released from charge of sentry.

S.H. Smyth, Coal Passer, and C. Hudson, Coal Passer, returned on board 24 hours over time.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 93¾ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables; and 79 pounds fresh bread; and issued same to crew.

At 6.55am made dress signal geographic 6187.

At 8.00am U.S.S. "Alliance" broke a homeward bound pennant.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, light airs to light breeze from SSE.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters, the divisions were given the setting up exercises, and afterwards drilled as follows, namely: 1st and 4th [Divisions] single sticks; 2nd [Division] and Marines small arms; 3rd and 4th [Divisions] great guns.

The Commanding Officer visited officially the Peruvian gunboat "Lima", H.B.M.S. "Hyacinth", the French gunboat "Duchaffault" and U.S.S. "Alliance".

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Alliance" paid a visit to this ship.

Absentees: F.J. Clark, Second-class Fireman, J. Murray, Coal Passer, E.R. Peacock, Landsman, P. Anthony, Private Marine, J.H. Roulston, Private Marine, J. Sharp, Seaman, R. Williams, Seaman, B.J. Lynch, Private Marine, and C. Toderesco, Second-class Fireman.

A reward of $10 each was offered for the arrest and return on board of these men.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SSE to South.

Received in Equipment Department from Grace Brothers and Company of Callao; thirty (30) coal baskets.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and foggy.

Light breeze from South to SSE.

At 5.30pm Pacific Steam Navigation steamer "Pizarro" ["Pizzaro" in log-book] left port with mail for the United States via Panama.

R. Williams and J. Sharp, Seamen, returned on board 35 hours over time, also J.H. Roulston, Private Marine, who was 58½ hours over time.

Made preparations for coaling ship.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, foggy about the horizon.

Light breeze from SSE.


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31 January 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, foggy, with light passing showers during second hour.

Light airs from South by East.

Clearing, with dim moonlight during latter part of watch.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and foggy.

Light airs from East, then calm.

Received two lighters of coal alongside from Grace Brothers and Company and commenced to coal ship, one lighter contained 50 tons 312 pounds, the other 22 tons 1760 pounds.

B.J. Lynch, Private Marine, returned 24 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and foggy.

Light airs to gentle breeze from SSE to South.

Discharged lighter number 1, containing 50 tons 312 pounds coal, and lighter number 10, containing 22 tons 1760 pounds coal, also parts of lighter number 4 and number 9.

Brought alongside lighter number 3.

The following named men were brought aboard by police: F.J. Clark, Second-class Fireman, 74 hours over time; J. Murray, Coal Passer, 74 hours over time; E.R. Peacock, Landsman, 74 hours over time; P. Anthony, Private Marine, 74 hours over time; and C. Toderesco, Second-class Fireman, 26 hours over time.

A reward of ten ($10) dollars each was paid for the delivery of the above men.

C. Toderesco, Second-class Fireman, was placed under sentry's charge for safe keeping by order of the Commanding Officer.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and foggy.

Light breeze from SSE and South.

Coaling ship.

Discharged lighters number 4, number 3 and number 9, holding 22 tons 2058 pounds, 22 tons 400 pounds, and 24 tons 1120 pounds respectively.

Received alongside lighters number 5 and number 1, holding 25 tons 1900 pounds and 39 tons 1232 pounds respectively.

Total amount of coal received on board to end of watch about 150 tons.

The Commanding Officer of H.B.M.S. "Hyacinth" paid an official visit to the ship.

At 1.30pm U.S.S. "Alliance" got under way and stood out of harbor to the Westward and Southward, flying a homeward bound pennant.

U.S.S. "Yorktown", H.M.S. "Hyacinth" and French corvette "Duchaffault" exchanged the usual farewell [fairwell in log-book] signals (international code) with U.S.S. "Alliance".

U.S.S. "Yorktown" and H.B.M.S. "Hyacinth" cheered ship, which was returned by U.S.S. "Alliance".

Lost sight of U.S.S. "Alliance" rounding San Lorenzo Island at 3.00pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and foggy.

Light breeze from South by East.

Engaged until 5.45pm coaling ship.

Discharged lighter number 5, containing 25 tons 1900 pounds, and part of lighter number 1.

Total amount of coal received on board today about 195 tons.

C. Toderesco, Second-class Fireman, was released from sentry's charge by order of Commanding Officer.


8pm to midnight:

Foggy and wet.

Gentle breeze to light airs from SSE.



LOGS FOR FEBRUARY 1894


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1 February 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Heavy fog.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and foggy first part, clearing away latter part.

[Light airs from SSE and South by East.]

Coaling ship.

Finished discharging lighter number 1, containing 39 tons 1232 pounds, brought alongside and partly discharged lighters numbers 10 and 4.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 80 pounds fresh bread; 98¾ [pounds] fresh beef; and 98¾ pounds fresh vegetables from Lawlor and Company of Callao.


8am to meridian:

Foggy, damp and warm.

Light airs and breezes from SSE to South.

Coaling ship.

Finished discharging lighters number 4 and 10, holding 29 tons 1248 pounds and 55 tons 172 pounds respectively.

Received alongside lighter number 6 and took out of it 14 tons.

Total amount of coal received onboard to noon 301 tons 1242 pounds.

Took in on port side with bags and cargo boom at mainmast 174 tons 2072 pounds, on starboard side, coaling through torp. port with small baskets, 126 tons 1410 pounds.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from South by East.

Finished coaling at 1.40pm, having received a total of 306 tons 1242 pounds.

Cleaning ship remainder of watch.

A German freight steamer stood out to Southward.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and foggy.

Light breeze from SSE.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast with heavy fog.

Light breezes from SSE.


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2 February 1894

At Callao, Peru

Lat -12.05, Long -77.16


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, foggy and damp.

SE airs.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm and light airs from South.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and bright.

Light airs and breezes from SSW and South.

A reward of $10.00 was offered for delivery on board of John Barthelmes, Ship's Cook First-class, absent without leave.

Received on board in Department of Supplies and Accounts from Grace Brothers and Company the following stores, namely: 300 pounds flour; 1000 pounds salt pork; 600 pounds salt beef; 200 pounds tinned meats; 1000 pounds sugar; 4000 pounds biscuits; 700 pounds coffee; 500 pounds pickle; 100 pounds tinned vegetables; 100 gallons molasses; 100 gallons vinegar.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light SSE breeze.

An English steamer came in from Southward.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant first part, then clouding over.

Light breezes from South by West to South by East.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, foggy and wet.

Light SE breeze.


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3 February 1894

At sea, making passage from Callao to Ancon, Peru

Lat -11.86, Long -77.27 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, foggy and damp.

Light breeze from SSE to SE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty.

Calm, then light airs and breezes from NNE and East.

At 4.00am started fires in B and C boilers.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Light SSE breeze.

Making preparations for sea.

At 9.30am turned engines over.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, J. Barthelmes, Ship's Cook First-class, Low Tuck, Wardroom Steward, and Ah Gee, Cabin Steward, absent without leave.

At 10.20am the absent stewards returned on board and by order of Captain were placed in double irons.

At 10.25am hove up and stood out of anchorage.

Remainder of watch engaged in turning trials under various conditions.

Found diameter of circle under full speed, 9 knots, on both engines with 35° helm to be about 875 yards.

Backing full speed on starboard engine, ahead full speed on port engine with 35° port helm, ship turned nearly in her own length, semicircle in 4 minutes, full circle in 8 minutes.

By order of Captain released Low Tuck, Wardroom Steward, and Ah Gee, Cabin Steward, from confinement.

At end of watch Pescadores Islands bore N½W, distant about 5 miles.

Draft of ship 13 feet 10 inches forward, 16 feet 4 inches aft.

Surgeon Harmon made weekly sanitary inspection of ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Commenced foggy, closed fine, with several fog banks in horizon.

Light breeze from South to SSE.

At 12.15pm Pescadores Islands were shut out by fog, the ship was then headed to the Westward and the engines slowed down.

At 1.30pm, the fog clearing, the ship was headed to the Northward and started ahead full speed.

Sighted [Isla] Grande, the largest of Pescadores Islands, ahead.

Ship, under conn of the Commanding Officer, passed between Grande and Huacas [Huachas in log-book] Islands at 3.30pm, ship was then slowed down to await favorable time for swinging ship.

Revolutions 53.4, steam 115 [pounds].

Lieutenant C.J. Boush completed weekly inspection of compartments, as required by [United States Navy] Regulations Circular number 8, and Passed Assistant Engineer Pickerell inspected engine and boiler compartments.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, foggy at times, hazy about horizon.

Light breeze from Southward, gradually backing to NW and dying out at end of watch.

At 4.22pm commenced swinging ship [for compass deviations].

At 4.59pm a thick fog set in, stopped swinging ship and stood in for an anchorage off Ancon.

At 5.36pm dropped port anchor in 6½ fathoms water, black sandy bottom, and veered to 30 fathoms chain.

The Health Officer came on board.

Draft of ship 13 feet 9 inches forward and 16 feet 4 inches aft.

Banked fires under boilers A, B and C.

Bearings from anchorage: tangent Mulatos Point S89°W, tank SE by E½E, furnace NNE¾E magnetic.


8pm to midnight:

Heavy, low lying fog, occasionally clear overhead.

Light airs from NNW then calm.


Huacas Island is also known as Guaca Island.


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4 February 1894

At Ancon, Peru

Lat -11.77, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, foggy and damp.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and foggy.

Calm and light airs from NE.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, hazy about the horizon, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SW to West by North.

At 9.40am the United States Minister Mr. McKenzie came on board and was received with usual ceremonies.

At 10.00am the Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew at quarters.

Held general muster and read Articles for the Government of the United States Navy.

By order of the Commanding Officer John Barthelmes, Ship's Cook First-class, was this day declared a deserter from the 2nd of this month, he having been absent from this ship without authority since that date.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly clear, hazy damp and warm, foggy to seaward.

Light Westerly airs and breezes.

Light swell from WNW.


4am to 8am:

Partially clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SSW and South.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze to light airs from NW to West, calm 3rd hour.

Operated searchlights and Ardois signals.


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5 February 1894

At Ancon, Peru, and at sea, making passage to Etén, Peru

Lat -11.77, Long -77.18


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather, light haze about the horizon.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Bright starlight until about 5.15am, when day broke clear and pleasant, misty to seaward.

Calm and light airs from South.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from West and SW by West.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and drilled divisions as follows: 1st Division great guns; 2nd Division single sticks; 3rd Division small arms; 4th Division secondary battery.

After retreat from drill 1st and 2nd Division practiced at target, distant 300 yards, sub-caliber.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: J.J. Patterson, First-class Fireman, disobeying orders of Chief Master-at-Arms, 3 days' double irons; T. Dalton, Second-class Fireman, slow and indifferent in obeying orders, 2 hours' extra duty; J.T. Bush, Apprentice Second-class, not coming aft promptly when sent for, 4 hours' extra duty, smoking privilege [withdrawn] one day; T.C. Fisk, Apprentice First-class, not coming aft until sent for when sweepers were piped, 4 hours' extra duty and smoking privilege [withdrawn] one day.


Meridian to 4pm:

Foggy, then clear and warm.

Light Westerly airs.

By order of Captain confined J.J. Patterson, First-class Fireman, in double irons under sentry's charge for 3 days, for refusing to obey orders of Chief Master-at-Arms.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, gentle to light breeze from SSW.

At 5.30pm spread fires and made preparations for sea.

At 7.10pm got under way and under conn of the Commanding Officer stood out of Ancon harbor, and at 7.15pm put over patent log, reading 47.8, and took departure, Punta La Cruz bearing South, distant ½ mile, ship's head W1°S.

At 7.45pm sighted Omega Island, distant about one mile, bearing SSW.

Steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 88.

Draft 13 feet 9 inches forward and 16 feet 4 inches aft.


8pm to midnight:

Heavy fog and wet, clearing overhead at intervals.

Light breeze from South and SSW.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course S89°W (per standard compass) until 10.13pm, when patent log reading 78.3 changed course to S81°W (per standard compass).

At end of watch patent log read 96.8.

Average revolutions for watch 92.2, steam pressure 112 [pounds].

Steaming with boilers A, B and C.


Etén is also known as Puerto Etén.


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6 February 1894

At sea, making passage from Ancon to Etén, Peru

Lat -9.80, Long -78.69


Midnight to 4am:

Heavy fog till end of 3rd hour, then disappearing.

Light breezes from SW to NW.

At 12.46am changed course to N26°W by standard compass.

Running through flocks of birds at times.

Steam 111 [pounds], revolutions 93.4.


4am to 8am:

Foggy and damp.

Calm and North by East airs.

Shut in thick last hour.

Steam alone, course N26°W.

At 7.20am started fires under boiler D.

Average steam 107 [pounds], revolutions 89.


8am to meridian:

Partly overcast and misty.

Light airs from North by East to NE.

Course N26°W.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew, after setting up exercises the divisions were drilled as follows, namely: 1st and 4th [Divisions] single sticks; 2nd [Division] infantry; 3rd and Navigator's [Divisions] ordnance and gunnery. The battalion was equipped for landing and inspected by the Commanding Officer.

At 11.50am connected boiler D.

Set clock back 19 minutes between 11 and 12 o'clock.

At 11.20am sighted high land bearing NE.

At end of watch this land, being abeam, was shut out by haze.

Steam 11 [pounds], revolutions 92.8.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, hazy about the horizon, foggy last hour.

Light airs from SSE to South.

Under steam alone.

At 12.14pm changed course by standard [compass] to N6°W, patent log [reading] 68.3.

Patent log end of watch [read] 71.4.

Average steam pressure 115 pounds and revolutions 102.6.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs from WNW.

Steaming course N50°W (per standard compass), at end of watch patent log read 92.2.

Passing through much discolored water, of a yellowish brown, at intervals.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters, followed by setting up exercise.

Average revolutions during watch 92, steam pressure 120 pounds.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and misty, foggy last hour.

Light airs and breezes from SW and WSW.

Course N50°W by standard [compass].

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 92.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, foggy and damp.

Light NW breeze.

Steam alone, course N50°W.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 92.2.


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7 February 1894

At sea, making passage from Etén to Payta, Peru

Lat -6.94, Long -79.87


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty, passing shower 3rd hour, light airs from NW to NNW.

Course until 2.08am N50°W, at this time, log recording 77.5, the course was changed to N22°W.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 92.


4am to 8am:

Foggy and damp.

Light airs from North first hour and from SE last three hours.

At 6.18am changed course to N¾E, patent log [reading] 16.2.

Continued on this course till end of watch.

At 7.40am sighted Etén Head 1½ points on starboard bow.

Patent log [at] end of watch [reading] 27.3.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds and revolutions 66.4.


8am to meridian:

Foggy and damp, then cloudy, but pleasant and warm.

Light airs and breezes from SSE.

Standing in for anchorage at Etén, Peru.

At 8.30am hauled in patent log, reading 32.2.

At 8.33am anchored in 6 fathoms of water, hard bottom, 25 fathoms on port chain.

Bearings of anchorage (magnetic): Etén Head ESE½E, light at head of wharf NE¼E, old church N¼E.

Ship's draught forward 13 feet 5 inches, aft 16 feet 2 inches.

Received an official visit from a representative of the Captain of the Port.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, followed by setting up exercises and drilled as follows: Navigator's and 3rd Divisions single sticks; 1st and 4th Divisions and Marines small arms; 2nd Division great guns; Powder Division instruction.

Overhauled main battery of 2nd Division and carriage trucks of 3rd Division 6-inch guns.

Aired bedding.

The specifications of a charge preferred against G.S. Tripp, Coal Passer, were delivered to him by the recorder of the Summary Court Martial before which he is to appear.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and hazy.

Light airs from South to SSE.

At 3.20pm spread fires and made other preparations for sea.

At 4 o'clock stood out of Etén roads under conn of the Commanding Officer.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, gloomy and dark.

Light SSE breeze.

Smooth sea.

At 4.05pm put over patent log, reading 32.2, and set course N89°W.

Draft of ship 13 feet 5 inches forward, 16 feet 2 inches aft.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 102.


6pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy.

Gentle to light breeze from SSE.

At 7.45pm cut off boiler D to repair tube.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 100.

Course N89°W.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, hazy about the horizon.

Light breeze from SSW.

At 9.10pm changed course to WNW, patent log [reading] 87.3.

Continued on this course during watch.

Patent log [at] end of watch [reading] 9.5.

Average steam pressure 105 [pounds] and revolutions 90.


Payta is also known as Paita.


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8 February 1894

At sea, making passage from Payta to Tumbez, Peru

Lat -5.04, Long -81.12


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light Southeasterly breezes.

Light swell from SSE.

Steaming under 3 boilers until 2.40am, when connected up boiler D, its leaky tube having been plugged.

Course N50°W until 12.38am, when changed course to N25°W (per standard compass), patent log reading 20.4.

Average revolutions for watch 90.5, steam pressure 110 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light breezes from SE by East and SE.

At 4.40am changed course to N11°W by standard [compass] and ran this course till 7.30am, when commenced to swing ship [for compass deviations].

At end of watch still swinging ship, taking observations on the cardinal points.

Under steam in 4 boilers.

Revolutions 90.5, pressure 100.

Running at half speed while swinging ship.

At 5.30am land was seen along starboard beam and quarter, distant 15 to 20 miles.

Sighted two fishing sloops standing to Southward.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, warm and pleasant.

Light SE breeze.

At 8.25am finished swinging ship and went ahead on course N11°W, patent log [reading] 92.6.

At 8.40am changed course to N17°E, patent log [reading] 96.3.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, after which exercised at abandon ship.

At 9.09am changed course to N31°E, patent log [reading] 7.9.

At 10.25am a Summary Court Martial, Lieutenant Cutler senior member, met for trial of George S. Tripp, Coal Passer.

At 11.05am Court adjourned.

At 11.05am hauled in patent log, reading 20.3.

Entering Payta anchorage under [in in log-book] conn of Captain.

At 11.15am came to in 7 fathoms, veering [wearing in log-book] to 25 port chain, soft bottom.

Received a visit from Captain of Port, who granted pratique.

Sent an officer to visit American Consul.

Banked fires.

Bearings of anchorage: cathedral South tower S8°W, tangent Telegraph Point N8°W [W8°N in log-book], magnetic head South by West by standard compass [looks like the two bearings have been swapped].


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from WSW and SW.

At 12.05pm American Consular Agent came on board, and on his departure a salute of 5 guns was fired, American flag at fore.

At 2.00pm the Compañia Sud Americana de Vapores steamer "Maipo" left the harbor, bound to Southward.

By order of Commanding Officer the effects of J.J. Barthelmes, Ship's Cook, a deserter, were sold at public auction, amount realized $2.40.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from SW to SSW.

At 4.40pm got under way and stood out of harbor.

At 5.00pm put over patent log, reading 20.4.

Course during and at end of watch NW by West (per standard compass).

Patent log [at] end [of] watch [reading] 32.4.

Average revolutions 112.5 and steam pressure 120 pounds.

Draft of ship forward 13 feet 0 inches and aft 16 feet 1 inch.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle Southwesterly breezes.

Steaming course NW by West (per standard compass) until 7.34pm, when changed course to N3°E (per standard compass), patent log reading 50.3.

At 6.55pm sighted lights along shore at Pariñas Point.

At end of watch fixed white light on Talara [Tolar in log-book] bore East per standard compass, distant about 10 miles.

Average revolutions during watch 109, steam pressure 120 [pounds].


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from NW and ENE.

Steering N3°E till 10.30pm, when changed course to N38°E (per compass) and slowed to 90 turns.

Talara [Talora in log-book] light abeam at 8.35pm, 4 points abaft beam at 9.19pm, having passed 8.3 miles from this light.

Lost this light about 9.50pm.

Light reported as 2 points forward beam in previous watch was not Talara [Talora in log-book] light and disappeared at 8.20pm.

Steam 115 [pounds], revolutions 100.6.


Telegraph Point is also known as Faro Point.


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9 February 1894

At anchor in Tumbez Bay, Peru

Lat -3.45, Long -80.38


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light breeze from SE to East.

Steam alone, course N38°E.

Land in sight along starboard hand.

At 3.00am passed a steamer anchored close in shore, distant 5 miles by beam and quarter bearing.

Average steam 118 [pounds], revolutions 90.

At 3.50am sighted a bright light 2 points on port bow.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, light breeze from ESE.

At 4 o'clock changed course to N18°E, which brought Santa Clara [Island] light ahead.

At 4.54am sounded in 20 fathoms, hard bottom (log [reading] 44.9).

At 4.40am changed course to N16°E, log [reading] 42.8, at 5.20am changed to N35°E, log 49, at 5.25am to N49°E, log 49.9, at 5.36am to S8°E, log 50.9, at 5.44am to S18°W, log 51.3, at 5.49am to S24°E, log 51.9, at 6.50am to ESE, log 61.7, and at 7.25am to S42°W, when hauled in log, reading 65.

After this standing to Southward and Westward under conn of Commanding Officer for anchorage in Tumbez Bay.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 77.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from East first part and from NW last hour.

At 8.20am came to anchor off Tumbez, dropped port anchor in 5½ fathoms water and veered to 20 fathoms chain, soft muddy bottom.

Bearings at anchorage: Malpelo Point S65°W, Santa Clara [Island] light N12°W, huts on beach S11°E.

Fired one saluting charge from 6-pounder Hotchkiss as signal to people ashore.

Banked fires.

Overhauled all gun gear.

Draft of ship forward 12 feet 10 inches, aft 16 feet 0 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breezes from NW to West by North.

Scrubbed hammocks and bags.

A hunting party of officers left the ship with steam launch and whaleboat to go ashore.

Received visits from the Health Officer and captain of the Port of Tumbez.

At 2.30pm the flood tide was setting ESE at 4 knots per hour.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, light breeze from WSW to SSW.

Ship riding to flood tide.

At 5 o'clock strength of current was 0.4 knots.

Hunting party returned to ship at 6.30pm.

At 4.35pm had fire quarters.

Times as follows: 1st Division 1 minute 47 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 14 seconds; 3rd Division 1 minute 19 seconds; 4th Division 1 minute 47 seconds; Navigator's Division 1 minute 30 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 20 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 35 seconds; Marines 1 minute 10 seconds.

Secured at 4.39pm: 1st Division 2 minutes 10 seconds; 2nd Division 3 minutes 5 seconds; 3rd Division 2 minutes 4 seconds; 4th Division 2 minutes 10 seconds; Navigator's Division 0 minutes 55 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 20 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 0 minutes 40 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 45 seconds.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy and warm.

Light breezes to light airs from SW.

At 11.00pm a steamer passed to the Northward.

Moon set at 9.00pm.


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10 February 1894

At sea, making passage from Tumbez to Panama, United States of Colombia

Lat -3.27, Long -80.62


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Calm first part, light airs to light breeze from SSW latter part.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy at first, clear and warm latter part of watch.

Light breezes and airs from SSW, shifting to East.

At 7.45am current 4 knots, setting NNW.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm, then light airs and breezes from North to West.

At 9.10am turned in scrubbed hammocks and held bag inspection.

Hoisted steam launch.

At 10.15am called up anchor, and at 10.20am got under way and stood out to sea, course N49°W by standard compass.

Put over patent log at 10.27am, reading 65.1.

At 11.41am Santa Clara [Island] light was on starboard beam, patent log reading 77.5.

Using steam from four boilers.

Revolutions 99.5, steam 115 [pounds].

By order of Commanding Officer released A. Garren, Seaman, from confinement, his term of punishment having expired.

In accordance with United States Navy Regulations Circular number 8 weekly inspection was made by Surgeon G.E.H. Harmon, U.S. Navy, Lieutenant W.G. Cutler, U.S. Navy, and Assistant Engineer A. Moritz, U.S. Navy.

Draft of ship forward 12 feet 10 inches, aft 16 feet 0 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine.

Moderate breeze from WNW to West by South.

At 12.27pm Santa Clara [Island] light bore on quarter, patent log [reading] 85.9.

Steam alone, course N49°W.

Average steam 118 [pounds], revolutions 111.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from West.

Course N49°W.

At 4.40pm sighted Santa Elena Point lighthouse bearing N30°E (magnetic).

At 5 o'clock changed course to N10°W, log [reading] 37.9.

At 5.48pm Santa Elena Point lighthouse bore abeam, log [reading] 46.8.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters and secured the battery for sea, after which called to muster and the Summary Court Martial sentence in the case of G.S. Tripp, Coal Passer, was read, which was solitary confinement on bread and water in single irons for thirty days, full ration every fifth day, and the loss of one month's pay, amounting to twenty-two dollars.

The Commanding Officer approved the sentence and referred the loss of pay to the Honorable Secretary of the Navy.

G.S. Tripp, Coal Passer, was accordingly confined.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 104.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from WNW to NW.

Light flashes [from] heat lightning to Eastward.

Course during and at end watch N10°W.

Patent log [at] end [of] watch [reading] 70.1.

Average steam pressure 110 pounds and average revolutions 102.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, heavy clouds, with light passing shower from NW during last hour.

Light breeze from West.

Steaming course N10°W per standard compass.

At 9.40pm sighted a white light bearing N58°E, lost sight of light bearing about ESE at 10.45pm.

Average revolutions during watch 98, steam pressure 105 [pounds].


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11 February 1894

At sea, making passage from Tumbez to Panama, United States of Colombia

Lat 1.30, Long -80.91


Midnight to 4am:

Partially cloudy, but pleasant, with passing showers.

Light to gentle breezes from North and NNW.

At 12.10am changed course from N10°W to N3°E, patent log [reading] 11.5.

Under steam in four boilers.

Revolutions 100.2, steam 111 [pounds].


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Gentle breeze from NNW to North.

Steam alone, course N3°E.

At 7.30am passed a Peruvian brigantine standing NE and exchanged colors.

Average steam 113.5 [pounds], revolutions 106.1.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and hazy.

Light airs to light breeze from North.

Course N3°E.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, after which the Commanding Officer inspected the ship.

Steam 102 [pounds], revolutions 97.7.

Passed through several tide rips.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy first hour, overcast and cloudy remainder of watch.

Light to gentle breeze from North by West.

At 12.34pm changed course to N7°E, patent log [reading] 46.4.

Remained on this course during watch, patent log [at] end [of] watch [reading] 80.1.

Average steam pressure 115 pounds and average revolutions 103.9.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle breeze from North by East.

Steaming course N7°E (per standard compass).

Sea smooth.

Average revolutions during watch 105.5, steam pressure 117.5 [pounds].


6pm to 8pm:

Partially cloudy, pleasant weather, occasional moonlight.

Gentle breezes from North by East.

Course N7°E by standard [compass].

Steam 115 [pounds], revolutions 107.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine.

Gentle North by East breeze.

Steam alone, course N7°E.

At 8.15pm changed course to N11°E, patent log [reading] 27.0.

At 10.15pm moon set.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 101.2.


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12 February 1894

At sea, making passage from Tumbez to Panama, United States of Colombia

Lat 5.18, Long -80.23


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, light breeze from North.

Course N11°E.

At 12.15am sighted the masthead light of a steamer standing to the Southward.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from North to NNE.

Course during watch N11°E.

Patent log [at] end [of] watch [reading] 54.9.

Average revolutions 107 and average steam pressure 112.5 [pounds].


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light to gentle breezes from NNE and North by East.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course N11°E (per standard compass).

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, followed by setting up exercise and drills as follows: 1st and 4th Divisions great guns; 2nd and Powder Divisions single sticks; 3rd and Navigator's Divisions and Marines small arms.

The Commanding Officer awarded the following punishments: to S.B. Hawley, Landsman, G.R. Coulter, Apprentice First-class, and T.C. Fiske, Apprentice First-class, for late hammocks, one hour with hammock on deck.

Average steam pressure during watch 115 pounds, number of revolutions 106.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle breezes from North by East.

Exercised apprentices at signals.

Drilled Marine Guard at manual small arms.

At 12.40pm changed course from N11°E to N16°E by standard compass, patent log reading 6.0.

Rove off new steam launch's falls and forward and aft guys to lower booms.

Replaced sailing launch's falls with steam launch's falls.

Steam 109 [pounds], revolutions 105.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and fine.

Moderate breeze from NE by North.

Steam alone, course N16°E.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

Average steam 117.5 [pounds], revolutions 109.5.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze from NE.

Course N16°E.

Steam 119 [pounds], revolutions 109.2.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light airs to light breeze from NNE to North.

At 8.21pm changed course to N8°E (per standard compass), patent log reading 91.0, and continued on this course during watch.

Patent log at end [of] watch [reading] 30.0.

Average revolutions 104 and steam pressure 106 [pounds].

Moon set at 11.32pm.


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13 February 1894

At anchor in Panama Harbor, United States of Colombia

Lat 8.91, Long -79.51


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Gentle breeze from North.

Steaming course N8°E (per standard compass).

Much phosphorescence in the water at intervals, and a strong smell of marine growth.

Average number of revolutions during watch 109.4, steam pressure 116 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, hazy around horizon.

Gentle breezes from North.

At 5.40am sighted high land, which showed for a few minutes through cloud rift.

At 5.50am several small islands appeared bearing N8°E to N6°E.

At 6.17am North end of second island bore N68°E and at 6.50am, when course was changed, it was nearly abeam, distant at least 15 miles.

At 6.40am sighted conical island N40°W.

At 6.00am changed course to North, patent log [reading] 98.2, and at 6.50am to N¼W, patent log 7.8.

Changed course to N10°W, N15°W and finally N20°W between 7.24am and 7.34am.

At 7.34am patent log read 16.9 and Otoque Island bore 4 points on port bow.

At 8.00am North tangent [Isla] Toboguilla bore N25°W, magnetic, South tangent Bona Island bore W¾N, magnetic.

Steam 115 [pounds], revolutions 107.5.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm, hazy around horizon.

At 8.30am Bona Island bore abeam, patent log [reading] 26.1.

Standing up Panama Bay under [in in log-book] conn of Captain.

At 10.19am came to off Deadman's Island in 7¾ fathoms water, veering [wearing in log-book] to 25 fathoms port chain, soft mud [bottom].

Received a visit from His Majesty's flagship H.M.S. "Royal Arthur", after which fired a salute of 13 guns, British flag at fore, duly returned gun for gun by H.M.S. "Royal Arthur".

Commander Folger paid an official visit to English Admiral.

Sent an officer on shore to call on United States Consul.

Banked fires under boilers A, B and C, hauled under D.

Draft of ship forward 12 feet 0 inches, aft 15 feet 11 inches.

Bearings of anchorage, [ship's] head North by W½W: San José Rock S3°W, North tangent Perico Island W¾N (per standard compass).


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm, hazy overland.

Light airs from East.

At 1.30pm shifted anchorage to the following bearings: San José [Rock] SE by South, North tangent Naos Island WSW⅜W, magnetic; anchoring in 4¾ fathoms, mud bottom.

The Commanding Officer of the British flagship H.M.S. "Royal Arthur" visited the ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from North to NW.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from NW.


Deadman's Island is also known as Isla Perico.


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14 February 1894

At anchor in Panama Bay

Lat 8.92, Long -79.52


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and fine, bright starlight.

At 12.38am moon set.

Light NW breeze.

Ebb tide.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from North to NNW, calm last hour.

Ship swinging to beginning of flood tide until 4.45am.

A party of officers left the ship to visit Colon.

By authority of the Commanding Officer transferred 200 pounds of tobacco to Paymaster J.A. Ring for the survivors of U.S.S. "Kearsarge" at Colon.

Received onboard in Paymaster's Department for crew from H. Schuber [Shuber in log-book] of Panama: 97½ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 78 pounds fresh bread.

Transferred to U.S.S. "Minnesota" ["Minesota" in log-book] via steamer "City of Tara", for discharge upon expiration of enlistment, William T. Harmer, Seaman Apprentice First-class, with bag hammock and necessary papers.


8am to meridian:

Clear and hot.

Calm till 11.30am, when breeze set in from SSE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and inspected divisions.

Drilled at abandon ship, sending boats to position abreast ship.

At 12.00pm ship commenced to swing to flood.

The English ship "British Commodore" shifted to anchorage nearer steamer "Shand".


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm, damp.

Light variable airs.

At 3.00pm slack water ebb, at 3.45pm began to swing to the young flood tide.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from NW by North to NW by West.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

At 4.10pm swinging to flood.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from NW.

Bright moonlight all watch.

Ship rode to wind all watch.

Allowed fires to die out in A and C boilers.


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15 February 1894

At anchor in Panama Bay

Lat 8.92, Long -79.52


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light NW breeze.

Ebb tide.

At 1.20am moon set.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight first part.

Light Northwesterly airs and breezes.

Received in Paymaster's Department from H. Schuber [Shuber in log-book], Panama, and issued to crew: 97½ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 78 pounds fresh bread.

Received alongside 110 tons of coal in one lighter, began coaling at 6.10am, laborers from shore, filling coal bags and baskets and passing latter on board.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from NW by North.

Coaling ship, having received at noon about 60 tons.

Second lighter came to starboard side at 12.00pm.

Received in Construction Department: a diving outfit.

Received on board as passenger to U.S.S. "Ranger", by order of Navy Department, Assistant Surgeon M.W. Barnum.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, cool and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NW by North.

Coaling ship from a lighter on each side.

Gun captains and trainers of 1st and 2nd Division had a great gun sighting drill.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, gentle to light breeze from NW by North to NNW.

At 5.30pm finished coaling, having received on board 178 tons 1380 pounds from the Panama Rail Road Company.


8pm to midnight:

Bright starlight.

Light breezes from North and NNW.

Ebb tide.


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16 February 1894

At sea, making passage from Panama to La Union, San Salvador

Lat 8.92, Long -79.52


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, cool weather.

Light to moderate breeze from NNW to NW by North.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light NNW breeze.

At 4.30am started fires under boilers A, C and D.

A small English steamer came in and anchored.

Low water slack at 6.40am.

Cleaning ship.

At 7.58am H.M.S. "Royal Arthur" fired a national salute to Colombian [Columbian in log-book] flag.

At 8.00am this ship fired a salute of 21 guns, Colombian [Columbian in log-book] flag at main.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Gentle breeze from North to NE.

At 9 o'clock Colombian [Columbian in log-book] gunboat fired a salute of 21 guns, British merchant flag at fore, and shortly afterwards she fired another salute of 21 guns, United States flag at fore.

The United States Consul General visited the ship and he was saluted with 9 guns.

Expended in this salute 9 2-pound charges.

Made preparations for sea.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze from NNE to NE.

At 12.45pm got under way, using boilers A, B, C and D.

At 12.50pm put over patent log, reading 42.3.

Steered various courses out of harbor under conn of Commanding Officer.

At 2.30pm Bona Island [Bono Island in log-book] bore on starboard beam, distant 3 miles, patent log reading 62.0.

Course at this time and during remainder of watch S½W (per standard compass).

At end of watch Bona Island [Bono Island in log-book] bore N3°W (per standard compass).

Average steam pressure 116 pounds, revolutions 112.6.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate to gentle breeze from NNE.

Steaming course S½W (per standard compass).

At 4.35pm lost sight of Bona Island bearing North (magnetic).

At 5.30pm mustered at quarters, followed by setting up exercise.

Average number of revolutions during watch 107.8, steam pressure 108.5 [pounds].


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight latter part.

Gentle to moderate breezes from NNE.

Revolutions 104, steam 105 [pounds].


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine, bright moonlight.

Moderate wind and sea from North.

Steam alone, course S½W.

At 11.22pm changed course to S80°W, patent log [reading] 69.4.

Average steam 108 [pounds], revolutions 104.8.


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17 February 1894

At sea, making passage from Panama to La Union, San Salvador

Lat 7.07, Long -82.26


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and fine.

Moderate breeze from North to NNE.

Surface temperature rose 10° [Fahrenheit] between one and three o'clock.

Under steam on four boilers, course S80°W.

Steam 102 [pounds], revolutions 102.5.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate to stiff breeze from NNE.

At 6.47am changed course to West by North (per standard compass).

At 5.35am sighted land on starboard quarters.

At 7.40am set fore staysail and trysail.

Patent log [at] end [of] watch [reading] 57.6.

Average steam pressure 116 pounds and average revolutions 106.7.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Moderate breeze from NNE, shifting to North and decreasing in force.

Steaming course West by North (per standard compass) until 9.10am, when changed to NW by West, log [reading] 71.4.

At 9.18am changed to NW (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 80.8.

At 11.15am took in jib and fore trysail.

At 11.46am Jicaron Island [Hicaron Island in log-book] bore abeam, patent log read 99.3.

At 11.50am set clock back 20 minutes.

Surgeon Harmon and Ensign Jackson made the weekly inspections, as called for in Navy Regulations Circular number 8.

At end of watch Montuosa Island bore N¼W (per standard compass), distant about 20 miles.

Average revolutions during watch 107.5, steam pressure 115 [pounds].


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs and breezes from North to NW by West.

At 1.20pm Montuosa Island abeam, patent log [reading] 20, at 3.12pm bore on quarter, patent log 38.8, distant when abeam 19 miles.

At 12.40pm changed course from NW to N60°W.

Steam 98 [pounds], revolutions 98.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and fine.

Light breeze from West by North.

Smooth sea.

Steam alone, course N60°W.

At 4.10pm sighted high land bearing N22°W.

Average steam 107.5 [pounds], revolutions 94.8.

Land distant 20 miles by bow and beam bearings.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from West by North.

Course N60°W.

At 6.25pm lost sight of high land bearing N2°E.

Worked searchlights and Ardois signals and found them in working order.

Steam 105 [pounds], revolutions 95.5.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light breeze from West by North.

Under steam alone, course during watch N60°W (per standard compass).

Average steam pressure 107 pounds, revolutions 94.9.

Patent log [at] end [of] watch [reading] 26.7.


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18 February 1894

[1893 in log-book]

At sea, making passage from Panama to La Union, San Salvador

Lat 9.47, Long -85.40


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright moonlight and starlight.

Light breezes and airs from WNW.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course N60°W (per standard compass).

Average revolutions during watch 96.7, steam pressure 114 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from WNW.

At 5.30am sighted land bearing E½N by bridge compass, distant 30 to 40 miles.

At 6.00am sighted land along starboard bow and beam.

Took bearing on bow N11°W, ship's head N60°W, patent log [reading] 87.8.

At end of watch this land still 1½ points forward beam, distant over 20 miles.

Steam 107 [pounds], revolutions 98.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light ENE breeze.

Steam alone, course N60°W.

At 9.33am changed course to N45°W, patent log [reading] 23.0.

Land in sight along starboard hand.

At 10.28am Isla Blanca on bow, patent log [reading] 31.8.

At 10.00am Captain inspected ship and crew at quarters.

At 11.32am Isla [Piedra] Blanca abeam, patent log [reading] 42.6, making it distant 10.8 miles.

At 11.38am set clock back 11 minutes.

At end of watch Guiones Point bore N38°W, Isla [Piedra] Blanca N75°E per standard [compass].

Average steam 107 [pounds], revolutions 92.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Gentle breeze from ESE to SSE.

Course N45°W.

At 1.30pm changed course to WNW, log [reading] 65.0.

At this time [Isla] Piedra Blanca [bore] N4°E, and Guiones Point N40°W, both magnetic.

At 1.53pm [Isla] Piedra Blanca abeam (log [reading] 68.3), at 2.07pm Guiones Point [Guion Point in log-book] on port bow, log 70.8.

At 2.41pm Guiones Point [Guionos Point in log-book] abeam, patent log [reading] 76.8, distant 6 miles.

At 2.55pm changed course to N34°W, log [reading] 79.3.

At end of watch Filibusteros Point abeam, distant 6 miles.

Steam 112 [pounds], revolutions 96.4.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SSE until [of] end watch, when a gentle breeze from NE sprung up.

At 5.26pm Velas Point bore abeam, distant 7½ miles.

Course during and at end of watch N34°W (per standard compass).

Patent log [at] end [of] watch [reading] 10.4.

Average steam pressure 108 pounds and average revolutions 97.0.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear, bright moonlight.

Moderate to fresh breezes in squalls during last hour, blowing out of Gulf of Papagayo [Papgaguayos in log-book], with choppy sea.

Steaming course N34°W (per standard compass).

Average steam pressure 106 [pounds], revolutions 95.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Moderate to very fresh breeze in squalls from NNE and NE, moderating last hour.

Chopping sea.

At 10.00pm changed course from N34°W to N46°W by standard compass.

Steam 103.5 [pounds], revolutions 94.8.

Increased coal allowance to 30 tons.


Guiones Point is also known as Punta Guiones.

Filibusteros Point is also known as Punta Filibusteros.

Velas Point is also known as Cabo Velas.


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19 February 1894

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor in La Union, San Salvador

Lat 13.09, Long -87.72 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudless, fine weather.

Fresh wind from East to NE.

Moderate sea.

Bright moonlight.

Steam alone, course N46°W.

Average steam 114.2 [pounds], revolutions 104.


4am to 8am:

Clear, pleasant, bright moonlight.

Stiff to moderate breeze from NNE.

At 5.35am sighted high land bearing NE by North.

At 6.10am sighted a peak bearing North by West.

At 7 o'clock sighted a peak bearing NNW.

At 7.07am right peak abeam, log [reading] 47.

At 7.20am set fore trysail and fore staysail.

At 8.00am right peak N63°E and left peak N23°W.

Steam 115 [pounds], revolutions 106.2.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate to gentle breeze from ENE to NNE.

Under steam alone.

Made the following changes of course (per standard compass): at 8.10am to N10°E, patent log [reading] 58.8; at 8.58am to N4°E, patent log 67.2; at 9.20am to N1°E, patent log 70.9; at 9.50am to N7°W, patent log 76.6.

Continued on this course during watch, patent log at end [reading] 97.9, and the most Westerly of the Farallones Rocks on starboard bow at this time and distant 2.7 miles.

Average revolutions 105 and average steam pressure 112.5 [pounds].

The following punishments were assigned by order of Commanding Officer: J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, for not obeying orders promptly, all watches at lifebuoy for 2 days, ½ hour at meals; T.J. Dowling, Private Marine, for being slow coming aft to spread awnings, one extra post on brig forward; H.C. Lamparter, Coal Passer, not obeying promptly the orders of Machinist and having to be sent below by the Corporal of Guard, double irons 1 day when off watch.

All divisions, except Engineer's and Marines, were drilled at quarters oral instruction, Marines infantry.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light breezes from Southward and Eastward.

Standing into Gulf of Fonseca under conn of the Commanding Officer, rounded Meanguera Island [Manguera Island in log-book] to the Eastward and Northward to sight the anchorage of Amapala [Honduras], looking for U.S.S. "Ranger", then stood over to La Union, where at 2.25pm anchored in 4 fathoms water, soft mud bottom, 20 fathoms on port chain.

Exchanged signal number with U.S.S. "Ranger", which was anchored here.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Ranger" paid an official visit to this ship.

Bearings of anchorage, riding to flood tide: Chiquirin Point [Chicarene Point in log-book] in line with North end of Manguera Island SE¼E, La Union light SW, magnetic.

Draught of ship forward 12 feet 9 inches, aft 16 feet 3 inches.

Hoisted out steam launch, and sent surgeon ashore to get pratique, paymaster to get fresh provisions and boarding officer to visit Consular representative, et cetera.

Banked fires.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and hot.

Light to gentle breezes from ESE.

Commanding Officer paid official visit to U.S.S. "Ranger".

Health Officer came aboard.

At 5.50pm called up anchor and stood out of harbor.

Assistant Surgeon M.W. Barnum left the ship and reported on board U.S.S. "Ranger".


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine, bright moonlight.

Light NE breeze.

Standing out of channel under [in in log-book] conn of Captain.

At 6.38pm came to in 6¾ fathoms, veering to 35 port chain.

Bearings: Conchaguita Island West tangent SE by South, [Martin] Perez Island West tangent NE¾E.


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[Inserted note]


8pm to midnight:

Clear and warm, bright moonlight.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NE to ENE.

H.C. Lamparter was released at 11.30pm.


Farallones Rocks are also known as Farallones de Cosiguina.

Chiquirin Point is also known as Punta El Chiquirin.


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20 February 1894

At sea, making passage from La Union to Acapulco, Mexico

Lat 13.14, Long -87.75 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to stiff breeze from ENE.

Bright moonlight.

Ship riding between wind and flood tide during watch.

H.C. Lamparter, Coal Passer, was reconfined at 1.00am.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, bright moonlight first part of watch.

Gentle breeze from ENE.

At 6.28am got under way, stood to the Southward and Eastward, and when in the Gulf of Fonseca swung ship for compass deviations, finished at 8.00am.

Made preparations for target practice.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light to gentle breezes from ENE.

At 9.00am dropped steam launch, 1st cutter and target, and steamed off 2000 yards, where at 9.15am anchored in 12 fathoms, mud bottom, and veered to 55 fathoms on port chain, lowered and anchored 2nd cutter with observer.

At 9.50am the steam launch, having anchored right boat, hove up anchor and commenced steaming between boats, speed 10 knots, firing main battery.

Finished practice at 11.30am, having expended: 24 6-inch common shell; 24 reduced 6-inch chargers; 24 primers.

At end of watch picking up the boats.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and hot.

Light ENE breeze.

Picked up boats and targets.

Set clock back 13 minutes to apparent time.

At 12.37pm put over patent log, reading 7.3, and went ahead on course WSW and took departure, Farallones Rocks E⅝N, Conchaguita Island North, magnetic, ship's head WSW.

At end of watch San Miguel volcano bore N1°E, Cosiguina Mountain [Conseguina Mountain in log-book] N80°E.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 90.7.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and warm, hazy over land.

Gentle breeze from ESE.

At 5 o'clock lost sight of Cosiguina Mountain [Conseguina Mountain in log-book] bearing N77°E.

At 5.10pm sighted a steamer standing to the Southward and Eastward.

At 5.21pm changed course to N85°W (log [reading] 53.1).

At 5.30pm steamer showed colors (not distinguishable), we showed ours, she dipped and we answered.

At end of watch San Salvador Mountains bore N20°W and San Miguel peak bore N32°E.

Steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 91.

At 5.40pm set fore trysail and staysail.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, hazy over the land.

Light breeze from South by West first part and WNW latter part of watch.

At 6.10pm took in fore staysail and trysail.

Course during and at end [of] watch N85°W (per standard compass).

Patent log [at] end [of] watch [reading] 98.0.

Average steam pressure 115 pounds and revolutions 87.

H.C. Lamparter was released from confinement by order of Commanding Officer.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight and starlight.

Light breeze from WNW.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course N85°W (per standard compass).

Average revolutions 83, steam 109 [pounds].


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21 February 1894

At sea, making passage from La Union to Acapulco, Mexico

Lat 13.53, Long -91.57


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light breezes from WNW and NW.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 87.3.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine.

Gentle breeze from NNW and North.

Smooth Sea.

Hazy over the land.

Steam alone, course N85°W.

Placed B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, under sentry's charge to await investigation, for refusing duty in fireroom.

At end of watch volcano Agua bore N3°E (magnetic).

Average steam 115 [pounds], revolutions 89.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm, light airs from North, hazy over land.

At 8.24am changed course to N82°W (log [reading] 90.5).

Scrubbed blankets.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, after which divisions were drilled as follows: 1st and 4th [Divisions] infantry; 2nd and 3rd [Divisions] great guns; Marines infantry; and Powder Division instructions in great guns.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 90.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SE to SSE.

At 12.18pm changed course to N78°W (per standard compass), patent log reading 29.0.

Average steam pressure 110 pounds and average revolutions 85.3.

Patent log [at] end [of] watch [reading] 62.0.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from SSW and WSW.

Light swell from SSE.

Steaming course N78°W (per standard compass).

Average revolutions 87.5, steam 110 pounds.

At 5.40pm mustered at quarters and inspected scrubbed blankets of port watch.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from WSW to West by North.

At 7.20pm started fires in C boiler.

At 7.50pm moon rose.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 86.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine, hazy around horizon.

Light West by North breeze.

Smooth sea.

Steam alone, course N78°W.

At 10.00pm began taking steam from boiler C.

Bright moonlight.

Average steam 109.2 [pounds], revolutions 94.9.


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22 February 1894

At sea, making passage from La Union to Acapulco, Mexico

Lat 14.80, Long -95.50


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light breeze to light airs from WNW.

Course N78°W, using all boilers.

Steam 111 [pounds], revolutions 101.3.


4am to 8am:

Generally clear overhead, during 2nd hour passed through several fog belts.

Light breeze from NNW.

Course during watch N78°W.

At 7.40am stopped and lowered whaleboat to pick up some turtles.

Patent log at this time [reading] 19.8.

Remained stopped remainder of watch.

Average revolutions 103.5 and steam pressure 111 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Clear and hot, misty around horizon, with light fog first hour.

Light breeze from ENE.

At 8.22am picked up whaleboat with turtles and steamed ahead on course N78°W (per standard compass).

Sea smooth.

General work suspended for day.

At noon fired a salute of 21 guns, with the national ensign at the peak.

Expended 21 saluting charges, corks and primers for 6-pounder rapid fire gun.

Average revolutions 97.5, steam pressure 107 [pounds].


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and hot.

Light to gentle breezes from ENE.

At 12.15pm changed course from N78°W to N76°W by standard [compass].

Passed a large number of turtles during watch.

Some high land off starboard bow.

Steam 112 [pounds], revolutions 102.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and fine, hazy around horizon and over the land.

Light West by North airs.

Steam alone, course N76°W.

At end of watch land in sight from starboard bow and beam.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 96.5.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from WSW.

Course N76°W.

Steam 111 [pounds], revolutions 100.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from NW.

At 10.57pm sounded call to fire quarters.

The divisions reported ready as follows: 1st [Division] 1 minute 28 seconds; 2nd [Division] 2 minutes 20 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 35 seconds; 4th [Division] 3 minutes 5 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 40 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 58 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 54 seconds; Marines 2 minutes 15 seconds.

Secured at 11.03pm, time of securing 3 minutes 40 seconds.

Course during and at end of watch N76°W (per standard compass).

Patent log [at] end of watch [reading] 81.6.

Average steam pressure 94.6 [pounds] and average revolutions 104.5.


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23 February 1894

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor Acapulco, Mexico

Lat 16.33, Long -99.35


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Light to gentle breezes from NW by West.

Steaming course N76°W (per standard compass).

Ship rolling easily, 9° to starboard, 7° to port, to light Southeasterly swell.

Average revolutions 101.8, steam pressure 112.5 [pounds].


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from NW.

At 5.30am sighted land extending from starboard beam to quarters.

About 6.00am made out land as far forward as broad off starboard bow.

Course N76°W (per standard compass).

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 101.7.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine, hazy over the land.

Light North by East breeze, shifting to West.

At 8.00am changed course to N72°W, patent log [reading] 65.8, at 8.56am to N70°W, patent log 74.0, and at 9.00am to N68°W, patent log 75.6.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions: 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th [Divisions] at great guns; Powder [Division] oral instruction; Marines infantry.

At 10.20am exercised at fire quarters.

Captain awarded the following punishments: William Ozard, Landsman, inattention on drill, 2 days on lifebuoy; J.E. Cooke, Second-class Apprentice, insolence to Corporal of Guard, 3 days [on] lifebuoy, ½ hour for meals.

Average steam 106 [pounds], revolutions 94.5.

Changes in ratings as follows: L. Young, Boatswain's Mate First-class to Coxswain; M. Davinney, Seaman to Boatswain's Mate First-class; P. Petersen, Coxswain to Seaman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, light to gentle breeze from SW to SW by West.

Steaming under four boilers, course N68°W.

At 12.09pm changed course to N59°W, log [reading] 8.5.

At 1.30pm sighted Acapulco lighthouse bearing N47°W (log [reading] 22.2), we then changed course to N47°W, and at 2.06pm to N50°W.

At end of watch ship in Boca Grande entrance to Acapulco harbor under conn of Commanding Officer.

Steam 112 [pounds], revolutions 98.3.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from West by South.

At 4.00pm stopped ship in outer harbor and Health Officer came alongside, pratique was granted, then started ahead.

At 4.15pm dropped port anchor in 13 fathoms water, hard bottom, veered to 45 fathoms port chain at water's edge.

Banked fires.

An officer from H.B.M.S. "Garnet" came on board and extended the usual offer of assistance.

A salute of 21 guns was fired, Mexican flag at fore, and was answered by fort ashore.

The American Consul came on board, and was saluted with 7 guns upon his departure.

The Commanding Officer called upon the Commander of H.M.S. "Garnet", the Consul and Commandant of the Port.

A can (1 pound) of butter, condemned by survey, was thrown overboard.

This was received October 7, 1893, from Grace Brothers and Company of Callao, Peru.

Made preparations for coaling ship.

Bearings from anchorage: Ring Rocks WSW¾W, East bastion of fort San Diego N10°W (magnetic), ship's head WSW (magnetic).


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light airs from WNW, then calm.


Ring Rocks is probably a reference to Isla la Redonda.


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24 February 1894

At anchor Acapulco, Mexico, and at sea, making passage to San Francisco

Lat 16.846, Long -99.901


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and fine, bright moonlight.

Calm and light airs.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Calm, then light airs from NNE to North.

Received alongside a lighter of coal from Fernandez and Company, containing 38 tons 2080 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from WSW.

Engaged in coaling ship.

The Commandant of the Port called upon the Commanding Officer, and upon his departure received a salute of 9 guns, Mexican flag at fore.

The Commanding Officer of H.M.S. "Garnet" called upon Commanding Officer of this ship.

Received 110 gallons of olive oil from Fernandez and Company of Acapulco, Mexico.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Gentle breeze from WSW.

Finished coaling ship at 1.40pm, having having received a total of 103 tons 310 pounds of bituminous coal from Fernandez and Company, Acapulco, Mexico.

Received a bag of ship's mail from H.M.S. "Garnet".

At 1.50pm got under way and stood out of port to Northward and Westward.

At 2.10pm put over patent log, reading 47.1.

At 2.19pm took departure, patent log read 48.6, course W½N (per standard compass), [La] Roqueta Island lighthouse bearing NE, distant 1½ miles.

Ship's draught forward 13 feet 2 inches, aft 16 feet 3 inches.

Average revolutions 105.6, steam pressure 118 pounds.

Expended one 6-inch common shell (empty) to anchor coal lighters.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from WSW.

Fires in four boilers, course W½N (per standard compass).

Land along starboard bow to starboard quarter.

At 6.00pm Paps of Coyuca bore NE⅜N (magnetic) and extreme point of land NW by W½W (magnetic).

Steam 108 [pounds], revolutions 101.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine, hazy over the land, bright starlight.

Light Westerly breezes.

Steam alone, course W½N.

Average steam 103 [pounds], revolutions 96.7.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine.

Light breeze to light airs from West to WNW.

Moon rose at 10.35pm.

Under four boilers, course till 9 o'clock W½N, when it was changed to N73°W (log [reading] 19.1).

Land in sight during entire watch off starboard beam.

Steam 109.5 [pounds], revolutions 98.2.


Paps of Coyuca is also known as Cerro Tetas de Coyuca.


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25 February 1894

At sea, making passage from Acapulco to San Francisco

Lat 18.22, Long -103.68


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, hazy about horizon to Northward and Eastward.

Light breeze from NW by West.

Course during and at end of watch N73°W (per standard compass).

Patent log [at] end [of] watch [reading] 88.7.

Average steam pressure 111.7 [pounds] and revolutions 102.3.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, bright moonlight and starlight first half.

Light airs and breezes from North by West.

Sea smooth, light Northwesterly swell.

Steaming course N73°W (per standard compass).

Average revolutions 100.3, steam pressure 111 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from NW and West.

Course N73°W till 9.15am, when changed to N70°W (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 42.2.

At 11.50am changed to N63°W (per standard compass).

Fires in four boilers, steam 115 [pounds], revolutions 102.

At 10.00am between 10 and 11 miles from coast by bow and beam bearing.

At 11.50am passed Tejupan Point, distant 8 miles.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and inspected divisions.

At 11.45am set clock back 25 minutes.

Passed many turtles, harpooned one from bow.

Surgeon G.H. Harmon made weekly inspection as for United States Navy [Regulations] Circular number 8.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine.

Light WSW breeze.

WNW swell.

Steam alone, course N63°W.

At 1.30pm Point Tejupan on starboard beam, distant 14.8 miles.

At end of watch high peak of Colima volcano bore abeam.

Average steam 109 [pounds], revolutions 105.5.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and fine.

Light breeze from WSW.

Under four boilers, course N63°W.

At 5.14pm Islote Peña Blanca [Piedra Blanca in log-book] on bow bearing (log [reading] 32.2) and at end of watch it bore N10°E.

Steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 108.2.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, hazy over land.

Light breeze from WSW.

At 7.00pm changed course to N65°W (per standard compass).

At 6.15pm Islote Peña Blanca [Piedra Blanca in log-book] abeam, distant 12 miles (log [reading] 44.2), bow and beam bearing.

Patent log [at] end [of] watch [reading] 64.8.

Average revolutions 114, average steam pressure 119 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Gentle to light breezes from NW to NNW.

Steaming course N65°W (per standard compass).

During first hour lights on shore visible at intervals.

At 11.27pm moon rose.

Ship pitching easily to light swell from NW.

Average revolutions 111.2, steam pressure 116 pounds.


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26 February 1894

At sea, making passage from Acapulco to San Francisco

Lat 20.82, Long -107.71


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light breezes from NW.

Course N65°W (per standard compass), using four boilers.

Steam 111 [pounds], revolutions 108.

Four inches water in [boiler] number 3.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine.

Gentle breeze from North.

Barometer rising rapidly.

Course N65°W.

At 6.00am set foresail and fore staysail.

No land in sight at daybreak.

Average steam 112.5 [pounds], revolutions 112.8.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Gentle to light breeze from NNW.

Course N65°W.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, had setting up drill and exercised divisions as follows, namely: 1st and 4th [Divisions] great guns; 2nd and Powder [Divisions] single sticks; and 3rd [Division] small arms.

At 11.50am took in fore trysail.

Steam 112.2 [pounds], revolutions 114.4.

B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, was released [from confinement], his term of confinement having expired.

Put clock back 15 minutes between 11 and 12 o'clock.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from NNW.

At 12.15pm changed course to N60°W (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 53.5, and remained on this course during watch.

Patent log at end [of] watch [reading] 95.8.

At 3.20pm passed a steamer to NNE of us, and standing to Southward and Eastward.

Average steam pressure 110 pounds and revolutions 108.5.

The weekly inspection of hull required by Circular number 8 of Navy Regulations was made by Chief Engineer A.B. Bates and Lieutenant A.B. Speyers.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Light to gentle breeze from NNW.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course N60°W (per standard compass).

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters, followed by "Setting up Exercises".

Restowed fore hold.

Average revolutions 114.2, steam pressure 114.3 [pounds].


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Light to gentle breezes from NW.

Course N60°W (per standard compass).

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 113.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine, bright starlight, hazy around horizon.

Light NNW breeze.

Steam alone, course N60°W.

Average steam 107.5 [pounds], revolutions 107.4.


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27 February 1894

At sea, making passage from Acapulco to San Francisco

Lat 23.79, Long -111.52


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, light to gentle breeze from NW by North to NW.

Moon rose at 12.28am.

Course N60°W.

At 2.40am sighted high land bearing N10°E (magnetic).

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 106.4.

Land off starboard beam at end of watch.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NW by North.

At 7.00am changed course to N58°W (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 64.9.

Continued on this course during watch.

Patent log [at] end [of] watch [reading] 76.7.

Average steam pressure 110.7 [pounds], average revolutions 111.8.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light breezes from NNW to NW.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course N58°W (per standard compass) until 8.55am, when changed to N51°W (per standard compass), patent log reading 87.3 miles [knots in log-book].

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and drilled 1st and 4th Divisions [at] single sticks, 2nd and Powder Divisions [at] small arms, 3rd and Navigator's Divisions instruction at great guns.

At 10.55am sighted high land bearing NNW½W (per standard compass).

Set clock back 13 minutes during last hour.

At noon high land on South end of Santa Margarita Island bore NNW½N (magnetic), distant about 30 miles.

Average revolutions 113.9, steam pressure 112.5 [pounds].


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light to gentle breezes from NW by West.

At 2.30pm South end of [Santa] Margarita Island abeam, distant by bow and beam bearing about 13 miles.

At 4.00pm nearest point of this island abeam, distant 10 miles.

Exercised apprentices of watch at heaving lead.

Board of Survey condemned the following stores in Paymaster's Department: 750 pounds flour; and it was thrown overboard as recommended.

Steam 108 [pounds], revolutions 104.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NW by West.

Smooth sea.

Steam alone, course N51°W.

At 4.57pm highest point of Cape Corso on starboard beam, distant 8.1 miles.

Average steam 105 [pounds], revolutions 105.5.

At 5.35pm mustered at quarters.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze from NW by West.

Course N51°W.

At 6.17pm highest point of [Punta] San Lazaro bore abeam, distant 9.3 miles.

Steam 100 [pounds], revolutions 105.2.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Gentle to moderate breezes from NW by West.

Course during and at end of watch N51°W (per standard compass).

Patent log [at] end [of] watch [reading] 58.9.

Average steam pressure 109.2 pounds and revolutions 108.8.


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28 February 1894

At sea, making passage from Acapulco to San Francisco

Lat 27.13, Long -114.75


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, misty around horizon.

Gentle to light breeze from NW by West and NW by North.

Steaming course N51°W (per standard compass).

At 1.38pm moon rose.

Short, light Northwesterly swell.

Average revolutions 106, steam pressure 110 [pounds].


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, hazy around horizon.

Gentle breezes from NW by North to NW.

Course N51°W, using four boilers.

At 6.00am Abreojos Point 3 points forward of starboard beam.

At 8.00am this point about abeam, distant about 30 miles.

Steam 115 [pounds], revolutions 109.1.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, patches of fog passing over.

Light to moderate wind and sea from NW by West.

Steam alone, course N51°W.

At 9.10am sighted high land extending from N20°W to N10°W.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions: 1st and 4th [Divisions] small arms; Powder and 2nd [Divisions] great guns; 3rd [Division] single sticks; Marines small arms.

Passed many patches of floating kelp.

At 11.47am set clock back 15 minutes.

At end of watch high land on starboard hand extending from N5°W to N65°E per standard [compass].

Average steam 106 [pounds], revolutions 106.7.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, but hazy over land.

Moderate breeze from NW by West.

Under four boilers, course N51°W.

At 1.30pm sighted Southern mountain of Cerros Island bearing N21°W.

At end of watch North end of Natividad Island abeam, distant about 10 miles.

Steam 111.2 [pounds], revolutions 109.1.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and cold, hazy about the horizon.

Moderate breeze from NW.

At 5.40pm mustered at quarters and exercised at setting up exercises.

Course during and at end watch N51°W (per standard compass), patent log end watch [sic].

At 5.47pm highest point of Benito Island bore (per standard compass) N6°W (on starboard bow), peak on SW end of Cerros Island bore N15°E (per standard compass) and highest peak of Natividad Island N97°E (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 56.7.

Patent log [at] end of watch [reading] 59.2.

Average revolutions 105 and average steam pressure 106 pounds.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, clearing at intervals overhead with bright starlight.

Moderate breezes from NW, with short, choppy sea.

Steaming course N51°W (per standard compass).

At dark land along starboard beam.

Average revolutions 107.4, average steam pressure 114 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle to moderate breezes from NW.

Course N51°W, using four boilers.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 104.


Cerros Island is also known as Isla de Cedros.



LOGS FOR MARCH 1894


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1 March 1894

At sea, making passage from Acapulco to San Francisco

Lat 30.33, Long -117.91


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light to moderate wind in puffs from NW by South.

Ship pitching easily into a moderate head sea, course N51°W.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 103.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, gentle to light breeze from NW.

Under steam in four boilers, course N51°W.

Moderate swell from Northward and Westward, ship pitching considerably at times.

Steam 103.5 [pounds], revolutions 97.6.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool.

Light breeze from NW to NW by West.

Moderate swell from WNW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and divisions drilled as follows: 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th [Divisions] aiming drill; Powder [Division] setting up exercise; and Marines infantry.

At 11.45am set clock back 12 minutes.

Course during and at end watch N51°W.

Patent log [at] end [of] watch [reading] 42.0.

Average steam pressure 106.2 pounds and average revolutions 96.2.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast.

Light to gentle breezes from WNW.

Ship pitching easily to moderate sea from WNW.

Steaming course N51°W (per standard compass).

At 1.30pm assembled, provided and inspected "landing party".

Practiced the apprentices of the watch at heaving hand lead.

Average revolutions 105.8.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, rain and cool.

Light to gentle breezes from NW by West.

Ship pitching 4° or 5° to occasional long swell from WNW.

Steam in four boilers, course N51°W.

Steam 111 [pounds], revolutions 104.1.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy.

Moderate wind and long swell from NW by West.

Steaming course N51°W.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 103.6.


8pm to midnight:

Generally overcast, stars visible at times.

Gentle breeze from WNW.

Long swell from Northward and Westward.

Ship pitching moderately at times.

Under four boilers, course till 9.17pm N51°W (log [reading] 36.5), when it was changed to N52°W.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 104.5.


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2 March 1894

At sea, making passage from Acapulco to San Francisco

Lat 33.73, Long -120.68


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cold, hazy about horizon.

At 1.10am sighted a vessel to the Northward and Eastward showing a flare up.

At 1.15am changed course to N65°W per standard compass, patent log [reading] 77.1, and at 1.30am resumed course N52°W, patent log 79.6.

At 3.00am changed course to N43°W (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 94.9.

Patent log [at] end of watch [reading] 5.2.

Average steam pressure 103.5 pounds and average revolutions 102.

Moon rose at 3.45am.


4am to 8am:

Squally, unsettled weather.

Gentle to stiff breezes, with rain squalls from West to NW.

Choppy sea.

Steaming course N43°W (per standard compass).

Average steam 108.7 [pounds], revolutions 106.7.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, cool.

Gentle to moderate breezes from WNW and NW by West.

At 9.30am sighted Santa Rosa Island 3 points on starboard bow.

At end of watch the North end of this island abeam, distant over 25 miles.

At 10.45am sighted San Miguel [Island] broad off starboard bow.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised gun divisions at aiming drill.

Using four boilers.

Steam 113 [pounds], revolutions 102.

Inspected flood cocks and found them in good order.

Went to fire quarters at 10.05am, times as follows: 1st Division 1 minute 51 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 26 seconds; 3rd [Division] 0 minutes 40 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 47 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 0 minutes 45 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 25 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 15 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 30 seconds.

Secured at 10.09am: 1st Division 2 minutes 42 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 47 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 35 seconds; 4th [Division] 2 minutes 40 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 5 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 40 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 0 minutes 57 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 20 seconds.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishment was assigned to C.A. Carlsen, Shipwright, not obeying orders of ship's Corporal, one hour's extra drill by Corporal of Guard.


[Meridian to 4pm: see inserted note below]


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and cool.

Moderate breeze from NW by West.

Heavy swell from NW.

Ship pitching deeply at times.

Under four boilers, course N43°W.

At end of watch highest peak of Point Conception bore N70°E (magnetic).

Steam 106 [pounds], revolutions 99.5.

Sighted a schooner standing to Southward and Eastward.

At 5.40pm had general quarters, times as follows: 1st Division 5 minutes 0 seconds; 2nd [Division] 4 minutes 37 seconds; 3rd [Division] 5 minutes 50 seconds; 4th [Division] 3 minutes 30 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 2 minutes 55 seconds; Powder [Division] 5 minutes 49 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 2 minutes 45 seconds; and Marines 0 minutes 20 seconds.

Secured at 5.49pm: 1st Division 1 minute 53 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 38 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 31 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 5 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 8 seconds; Powder [Division] 5 minutes 49 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 2 minutes 45 seconds; and Marines 2 minutes 35 seconds.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and cold.

Moderate to fresh breeze from NW by West to NW.

Heavy swell from NW.

Course during and at end watch N43°W.

Patent log [at] end [of] watch [reading] 65.3.

Average steam pressure 110 [pounds] and revolutions 99.9.


8pm to midnight:

Variable weather, heavy cumulus nimbus clouds around horizon.

Gentle to fresh breezes in squalls from NW to WNW, with hail and driving rain at intervals, bright starlight overhead.

Long sea from NW, ship pitching easily.

Steaming course N43°W.

Average revolutions 99.6, steam pressure 102.5 [pounds].


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[Inserted note]


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine.

Moderate to fresh wind in puffs from NW by West.

Long NW swell, ship pitching easily.

Steaming course N43°W.

At 1.06pm North end of San Miguel Island bore abeam, distant about 20 miles, coast of California in sight along starboard hand.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 98.5.


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3 March 1894

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor at San Francisco, California

Lat 37.18, Long -122.55


Midnight to 4am:

Partially cloudy, with heavy squall first hour, with rain and driving sleet, then occasional passing showers.

Gentle to stiff breezes from NW to NW by West.

Steam 109 [pounds], revolutions 97.

Course N43°W, using four boilers.


4am to 8am:

Squally and cold.

Moderate wind fresh in squalls from NW by West to NW.

At 5.20am Point Sur [Point Sud in log-book] light bore abeam, patent log [reading] 51.5, distant about 17 miles.

Moon rose at 4.30am.

Violent squall of wind and hail at 6.40am.

Ship pitching easily into a moderate head sea and long swell.

At 7.14am changed course to N32°W, patent log [reading] 70.0.

Average steam 111 [pounds], revolutions 96.5.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cool, wind in moderate squall from NW.

Course till 8.52am N32°W, log [reading] 84.9.

At 10.53am sighted Año Nuevo [Nuevo Año in log-book] lighthouse bearing N23°E.

At 11.45am it was abeam, log [reading] 14.8, distant 9.8 miles.

At end of watch Año Nuevo [Nuevo Año in log-book] lighthouse bore N78°E and San Pedro Point N5°E.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 100.3.

During watch passed several large redwood logs.

Heavy swell, ship pitching deeply, but easily.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cool.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NW.

Long swell from NW.

Made the following changes of course: at 1.55pm to N¾W (per compass), patent log [reading] 36.0; at 2.10pm to N½E, patent log 38.7; at 2.15pm to North by E½E, patent log 39.4; at 2.35pm to NNE, patent log 42.8; and at 3.06pm to N⅝W, patent log 48.0.

Steered this course over the bar and when clear, steered various courses under conn of Captain into harbor.

At end of watch Mile Rock on starboard beam, distant ⅛ mile.

Average steam pressure 98 pounds and average revolutions 99.8.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Gentle to light Northwesterly breezes.

Standing into San Francisco harbor under the conn of the Commanding Officer.

At 4.15pm hauled in patent log, reading 60.1.

At 4.48pm anchored in 7½ fathoms of water, black sandy bottom, 45 fathoms on port chain.

Magnetic bearings of anchorage: Alcatraz light N64°W, Yerba Buena [Yerba Bueana in log-book] light N59°E.

Ship's draught forward 11 feet 10 inches, aft 15 feet 8 inches.

Awaiting visit of Health Officer before allowing anyone aboard from shore.

Ship began to swing to the flood tide at 5.00pm.

At 5.05pm set clock ahead 22 minutes for local mean time.

Steadied to the flood tide at 5.30pm.

Banked fires in all 4 boilers.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool, misty.

Calm, then light airs from NW.

At 9.30pm ship swung to ebb tide.


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4 March 1894

At anchor San Francisco

Lat 37.80, Long -122.37


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and fine, bright starlight.

Calm and Northerly airs.

Ebb tide.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light Northwesterly airs.

Bright starlight first half.

At 5.32am moon rose.

Ship swinging to young flood from 5.30am to 5.46am.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light airs from NNW first two hours, then hauling to SE and SSE.

At 10.00am the Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.

At 10.30am called all hands to muster, read Articles for Better Government of United States Navy, and mustered officers and crew.

Ship swinging to ebb between 9.00am and 10.00am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine.

Gentle breeze from West by South.

Strong ebb tide.

Sent a liberty party on shore.

Many visitors on board.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Gentle to light breezes from WSW.

At 5.45pm swung to flood.

A Naval Reserve cutter's crew visited the ship.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light SW breezes.

At 10.15pm began swinging to ebb, finished at 10.40pm.


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5 March 1894

At anchor San Francisco, and at Mare Island Navy Yard

Lat 37.82, Long -122.39 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and foggy.

Calm first half, then light airs from South to South by East.

Ship riding to ebb tide.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs, increasing to gentle breezes from South by East to SE.

At 6.30am swung to flood.

Lighthouse tender "Madrona" stood up the bay.

J.J. Holden, Gunner's Mate First-class, C. Tame, Second-class Fireman, and H. Boyd, Seaman, absent without leave.

At 7.30am hauled fires in B boiler, having blown out check valve.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from Hallet and Company the following fresh provisions: 97½ pounds fresh beef; 84 pounds vegetables; and 78 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, rainy and wet.

SE breeze.

At 8.45am swung to ebb.

J.J. Holden, Gunner's Mate First-class, returned on board 1½ hours over time.

Sent surgeon Harmon to hospital on shore to bring off Hugh Boyd, Seaman, who had been injured by cable cars.

At 10.30am H. Boyd, Seaman, was brought on board on a stretcher, with a fractured knee.

C. Tame, Second-class Fireman, absent over time.

At 11.30am spread fires, and at 11.45am got under way and stood for channel to San Pablo Bay under [in in log-book] conn of Captain.

At end of watch abreast Blossom Rock buoy.

Draft of ship 11 feet 9 inches forward, 15 feet 8 inches aft.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, rainy and misty.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SSE to SSW.

Standing up San Pablo Bay conned by the Commanding Officer.

At 1.45pm ship abreast of buoy number 5.

At 2.15pm entered Napa Creek and at 2.25pm sighted Mare Island Navy Yard, and made cornet 236, U.S.S. "Independence" made cornet number 65, U.S.S. "Monterey" cornet 114, and U.S.S. "Mohican" cornet 108, found the coast survey steamer U.S.C. & G.S.S. "[Carlile P.] Patterson" moored alongside Navy Yard.

At 2.45pm made fast to buoy opposite the mouth of stone dry dock.

The Commanding Officer paid an official visit to the Commandant of the Station.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, rainy and wet.

Light SSW breeze.

Captain paid official visit to ships in commission.

Transferred H. Boyd, Seaman, to Mare Island Naval Hospital.

Fires banked under C boiler, dying out under A and D.

Low water slack at 6.25pm.

C. Tame, First-class Fireman, returned on board 12½ hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Clearing first hour, then fine weather.

Gentle to light breeze from SW to WSW.

Ship riding to flood tide.


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6 March 1894

At Mare Island Navy Yard

Lat 38.094, Long -122.259


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, cold weather.

Calms and light airs from SSW to SW.

At 1.45am commenced swinging to ebb, and finished at 2.25am.


4am to 8am:

Clear, calm and pleasant.

Low water slack at 7.00am.

At 6.00am got an ash lighter alongside.

Cleaning ship.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light airs from NW to ESE.

The Commandant of the Station, Commanding Officers of U.S.S. "Independence" and U.S.S. "Monterey", Captain of the Yard and heads of departments visited the ship.

Riding to flood tide.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from ESE.

At 1.20pm commenced swinging to ebb, and finished at 1.40pm.

The following men were transferred to the Naval Hospital at the Navy Yard: H.R. Horton, Private Marine; W.T. Street, Machinist; J.F. Allen, Coal Passer; and D. Watkins, First-class Fireman.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, light airs from SW to West.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Calm first part, light breeze from Westward latter part.

Finished swinging to flood at 8.10pm.


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7 March 1894

At Mare Island Navy Yard

Lat 38.094, Long -122.259


Midnight to 4am:

Bright starlight, cool.

Light breezes from SW and WSW.

Riding to flood tide until 2.35am, and to ebb tide from 2.55am.


4am to 8am:

Commenced clear, clouding over at close [of watch].

Light breeze from SW to SSW.

Ship swung to flood at 8 o'clock.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, cold weather, light drizzling rain at intervals last two hours.

Light breeze from South.

At 10.00am mustered divisions at quarters.

Drilled as follows: 1st Division small arms; 2nd Division great guns; 3rd Division single sticks; 4th Division single sticks; Powder Division great guns; and Marines infantry.

The following men absent without permission: C.A. Carlson, Shipwright, H. Herbert, Private Marine, William Sharp, Private Marine, J.H. Costain, Machinist, R.L. Garcin, Equipment Yeoman, and L. Weisshardt, Apprentice First-class.

L. Weisshardt returned 1 hour over time.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and damp, with occasional drizzling rain, cold and raw.

Gentle breezes from SSW.

Riding to flood tide until 1.50pm, and to ebb tide from 2.45pm.

At 1.35pm thirteen boilermakers and foreman came on board to work on boilers.

A Medical Board of Survey, of which surgeon W. Whiting, U.S. Navy, was senior member, met on board for the survey of J.H. Bucker, Landsman.

Sent liberty party ashore.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cold weather.

Light breeze from SSW.

At 7.30pm commenced swinging to flood.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and raw, with starlight at intervals.

Light breeze from SSW.

Ship swinging until 8.45pm, when steadied to flood tide.

By order of Commanding Officer placed D. Bolger, Blacksmith [Boiler Maker in log-book], under sentry's charge for safe keeping while under influence of liquor.


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8 March 1894

In dry dock, Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.094, Long -122.259


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from WSW.

Slack high water at 2.50am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from WSW to NW.

Released D. Bolger, Blacksmith, from sentry's charge by order of Commanding Officer.

Slack low water at 7.55am.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cool.

Light Southwesterly airs.

At 10.00am mustered at quarters, absent without leave: C.A. Carlson, Shipwright, J. Sharp, Private Marine, J.H. Costain, Machinist, R.L. Garcin, Equipment Yeoman, H. Hill, Coal Passer, and G. Lane, Seaman.

Had setting up exercises and instructed gun divisions at aiming.

The Commanding Officer awarded the following punishments: to S.B. Hawley, Landsman, for inattention to duty on lookout, 4 hours on bridge for two days; J.C. Fiske, Apprentice First-class, missing muster at 4.00am, [on] lifebuoy two days; D. Bolger, Blacksmith, under the influence of liquor on board ship, 5 days' double irons.

Ship swinging to slack water until 8.45am, when she steadied to flood.

Preparing to go in dock.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially clear and pleasant.

Light airs from WSW to SSW.

At 1.03pm called all hands unmoor ship, having run out a bow and quarter line and a spring on port quarter.

Slipped and hauled into dry dock under direction of Captain.

Engaged in scrubbing ship's bottom as water receded.

Slack high water at 1.45pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly clear.

Light Westerly airs.

At 4.30pm finished shoring up and hauling bilge blocks, dock pumped dry, and stopped scrubbing ship's bottom.

Ran fire hose on board from yard hydrant.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, cool and damp.

Light breezes from West.

William Sharp, Private Marine, returned on board 36 hours over time.


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9 March 1894

In dry dock, Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Light breeze from South.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, and drizzling last half of watch.

Light airs to light breeze from SSE to SW.

Engaged scraping ship's bottom.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Light breezes from West and WSW.

Crew engaged in scraping ship's bottom down to red paint.

Absentees: C.A. Carlson, Shipwright, J.H. Costain, Machinist, H. Hill, Coal Passer, G. Lane, Seaman, Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant, J.P. Bohen, Second-class Fireman, and William McKay, Master-at-Arms Third-class.

R.E.L. Garcin returned on board 50 hours over time.

Following Navy Yard workmen on board: 10 machinists, 5 helpers; 8 boilermakers, 3 helpers; and 2 ordnance employees.


Meridian to 4pm:

Generally pleasant, light drizzle first hour.

Southwesterly breezes.

Board of Survey, Lieutenant A.V. Wadhams [Wadhanes in log-book] senior member, met on Equipment [Department] stores.

Crew engaged in scraping ship's side.

Construction [Department Board of] Survey, Lieutenant Stoney senior member, met.

By order of Captain placed J.J. Patterson, First-class Fireman, and J. Lynch, Oiler, under charge of Master-at-Arms, for being drunk on duty.

9 Navy Yard machinists and 3 helpers, 8 boilermakers and 3 helpers at work in Engineering Department, 6 machinists and 3 helpers in Construction Department.

By order of Captain placed W. Sharp, Private Marine, under charge of Master-at-Arms, for being drunk on board ship.

Turned into store, by authority of Commandant, following articles in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 8 yards cloth; 8 yards flannel; 17 overshirts; 10 undershirts; 21 blue cloth trousers; 52 pairs leggings; and 10 overcoats.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light breezes from West and SW.

Crew engaged in scraping bottom.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine, bright starlight.

Southwesterly airs.


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10 March 1894

[In dry dock,] Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, light airs from NW to WNW.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Calm, then light airs and breezes from West.

Crew engaged in scraping ship's side.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Light SW airs and breezes.

At 9.45am G. Lane, Seaman, returned on board 48 hours over time.

Assistant Engineer Moritz returned from leave.

Turned in Equipment [Department] stores as follows: 1 United States ensign number 4; 1 United States ensign number 5; 2 United States ensigns number 7; 1 United States ensign number 8; 3 United States ensigns number 10; 2 Union Jacks, number 3 and number 4; 1 set signal numbers; 1 set signal pennants; 1 set international signals; and 1 narrow pennant number 4.

C.A. Carlson, Shipwright, J.H. Costain, Machinist, H. Hill, Coal Passer, Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant, J.F. Bohen, Second-class Fireman, and William McKay, Master-at-Arms Third-class, absent over time.

10 machinists and 4 helpers, 1 boilermaker and 1 helper at work in Engineering Department, 5 machinists and 2 helpers in Construction Department.

By order of Captain placed William Sharp, Private Marine, in double irons for 5 days, for drunkenness on duty.

Delivered to J.J. Patterson, First-class Fireman, a copy of specifications for trial by a Summary Court Martial.

Crew engaged in scraping ship's underwater body.

At meridian William McKay, Master-at-Arms Third-class, and J.F. Bohen, Second-class Fireman, returned on board.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light airs from SW.

Crew engaged scraping ship's bottom.

The following workmen from yard employed on board, namely: 10 machinists and 4 helpers; 2 boilermakers and 1 helper, all in Engineering Department; and the following in Construction Department: 5 machinists and 2 helpers.

Commander Folger left ship on 5 days' leave of absence.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle WNW breeze.

J.H. Costain, Machinist, returned on board 81 hours over time.

C.A. Carlsen, Shipwright, returned on board 81½ hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Light breeze to light airs from NW.


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11 March 1894

[In dry dock,] Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and fine weather.

Light airs from SW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine.

SW and Westerly airs.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 92½ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables, and issued same to crew.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SSW.

At 9.30am the Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 74 pounds fresh bread.

Absentees: Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant, H. Hill, Coal Passer, J. Murphy, Chief Boatswain's Mate, J. Sloane, Oiler, William Smithy, Second-class Fireman, and J. Sterling, First-class Fireman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine.

Light airs from South by West.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine, light airs from South by West to WSW.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from Westward.


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12 March 1894

In dry dock, Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Bright starlight, cool.

Light WSW airs.


4am to 8am:

Clear overhead, fog over river.

Light airs from WSW to SW.

Engaged scraping ship's bottom.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and light airs from West to SSW.

The term of confinement of G.S. Tripp, Coal Passer, having expired, he was released from confinement by order of Commanding Officer.

Later by same authority he was placed in double irons to await action of Commanding Officer, he having been found on board under the influence of liquor.

A Summary Court Martial for the trial of Jeremiah J. Patterson, First-class Fireman, met at 10.00am, and adjourned at 10.29am to await action of Commanding Officer.

The following yard workmen engaged at work on ship in Steam Engineering Department: 11 machinists, 6 helpers; 1 boilermaker and 1 helper.

And in Construction [Department]: 3 machinists, 2 helpers; 1 shipwright, 1 helper.

The following men were absent from ship without authority: H. Hill, Coal Passer, Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant, J. Murphy, Chief Boatswain's Mate, J. Sloane, Oiler, William Smithy, Second-class Fireman, J. Sterling, First-class Fireman, F.W. Davis, Shipwright, and F.H. Kinnier, First-class Apprentice.

M. Foley, First-class Fireman, and W.P. Munger, Apprentice First-class, returned 1 hour over time.

By authority of Commandant turned into store the following articles in Ordnance Department: 3 200-pound powder tanks; 6 3-pounder chests; 1 1-pounder chest; 7 6-pounder chests; 2 37 mm chests; 2 practice rifles, caliber 22; 1 fuze cutter boxer; 1 firing pin Lee rifle; 2 sights Lee rifle; 4 extractors gun lock; 1 sear spring; 1 wedge pin; 1 wedge locking pin spring; 1 wedge locking pin head; 1 extractor 6-pounder; 1 firing point 6-pounder; 1 locking bolt 6-inch breech loading rifle; 1 clamping Colt drilling machine; 1 set ¼-inch taps; 2 head extractors 6-inch breech loading rifle; 1 file cleaner; 1 hammer 3-pounder; 1 head extractor 3-pounder; 1 stirrup 3-pounder; 1 stirrup 6-pounder; 14 files, 1 box Leclanché cells.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light Southwesterly airs and breezes.

Crew scraping boot top and bottom under blocking.

Turned into store: 1 ice chest.

The following yard mechanics at work on board: Steam Engineering Department: 15 machinists and 7 helpers; Construction and Repair Department: 2 machinists and two boilermakers.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SW to SW by West.

F.J. Clarke, Second-class Fireman, was placed under charge of sentry to await action of Commanding Officer, he having been found under influence of liquor on board ship.

Also J.P. Anthony, Private Marine, was placed under sentry's charge to await action of Commanding Officer, he having been brought from guardhouse at Marine Barracks under the influence of liquor.

Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant, returned on board 4 days and 7 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright starlight and cool.

Light airs from WSW.


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13 March 1894

In dry dock, Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Light airs from WSW and West.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from WSW.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from Inspection at Navy Yard: 92½ pounds fresh beef; 92½ pounds vegetables; and 74 pounds of fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear, fine weather.

Light airs from SSW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absent without leave: H. Hill, Coal Passer, J. Sloane, First-class Fireman, William Smithy, Second-class Fireman, J. Sterling, First-class Fireman, F.H. Kinnier, First-class Apprentice, F.W. Davis, Shipwright, and J. Murphy, Chief Boatswain's Mate.

Exercised the landing party with small arms.

The following Navy Yard mechanics at work on board: in Steam Engineering Department 13 machinists and 6 helpers; in Construction and Repair Department 4 machinists and 1 helper; yard painter red-leading boot top on starboard side.

Half-masted the colors during funeral of the late sailmaker S.H. Boutelle, U.S. Navy.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light airs from SSW.

By order of Commanding Officer P. Anthony, Private Marine, was placed in double irons for five days, for being drunk in Navy Yard.

By order of same authority F.J. Clark, Second-class Fireman, was placed in solitary confinement on bread and water for five days, for being drunk on duty.

Specifications of charge preferred by Commanding Officer against G.S. Tripp, Coal Passer, was delivered to him.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows: 13 machinists, 6 helpers in Steam Engineering [Department]; 4 machinists and 1 helper in Construction and Repair [Department]; and 2 painters in Construction and Repair [Department].


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, cool latter part.

Light Southwesterly breezes.

Flood tide.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine, bright moonlight.

Light breezes from SW.


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14 March 1894

In dry dock, Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and fine, bright starlight, heavy dew.

Light SW breezes.

At 12.53am moon set.


4am to 8am:

Bright starlight and heavy dew, then fine weather.

Light Southwesterly airs.

Lieutenant H.F. Fickbohm and Passed Assistant Engineer J.M. Pickerell [Pickrell in log-book] left the ship on two days' leave.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light airs from SSW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, following men absent without leave: J. Murphy, Chief Boatswain's Mate, J. Sloane, Oiler, J. Sterling, First-class Fireman, F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice, F.W. Davis, Shipwright, J. Sullivan, Coal Passer, R. McGowan, Coal Passer, and R. Butt, Second-class Fireman.

Exercised divisions at aiming drill, then formed company and drilled in school of company.

Following Navy Yard workmen on board: in Engineering Department 8 boilermakers and 5 helpers; 16 painters and 3 machinists in Construction and Repair Department.

Painting ship's bottom with one protective coat of McInnes' brown paint.

14 machinists and 5 helpers engaged in replacing leaky rivet in keel pate of ship and withdrawing sleeve of propeller shaft.

Also overhauling main engine.

H. Hill, Coal Passer, returned on board 145 hours over time.


Meridian to 4pm:

Increasing cloudiness.

Light SSW breeze.

Barometer falling.

At 1.25pm yard fire alarm sounded for section S, sent an officer and force of men to the scene of fire, which proved to be a drill only.

8 boilermakers and 5 helpers and 14 machinists and 5 helpers at work in Engineering Department, 3 construction employees and 16 painters on ship's bottom.

Sparred [spared in log-book] down and made preparations for rattling down.

Paymaster J.R. Martin left ship on 5 days' leave.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle breeze to light airs from WSW first hour, then falling to light airs.

Same workmen [on board] as in previous watch.

Commencing the coat of McInnes' green anti-fouling paint.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

SW airs.

J. Murphy, Chief Boatswain's Mate, returned on board 87 hours over time.


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15 March 1894

In dry dock, Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy.

Light breeze from SW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SW and SSW.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from General Storekeeper: 92½ pounds fresh beef; 92½ pounds fresh vegetables; and 74 pounds bread.

U.S.S. "Monterey" stood down the bay at 6.25am.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

SSW airs.

At 9.00am released William Sharp, Private Marine, his term of confinement having expired.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absentees: J. Sloane, Oiler, J. Sterling, First-class Fireman, F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice, F.W. Davis, Shipwright, J. Sullivan, Coal Passer, R. McGowan, Coal Passer, R. Butt, Second-class Fireman, T. Casey, Water Tender, and V. Blanchard, Water Tender.

At 10.00am Summary Court Martial, Lieutenant W.G. Cutler senior member, met for trial of G.S. Tripp, Coal Passer.

At 10.45am Court adjourned.

6 painters on ship's bottom, 14 machinists, 8 boilermakers, 5 helpers in Engineering Department, 1 sailmaker on binnacle covers, 3 construction workmen at work on board.

Rattling down.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy.

Light airs to light breeze from SSW.

Crew engaged painting cabin, rattling down and serving ridge ropes.

The following yard workmen employed on ship: 14 machinists and 8 boilermakers and 5 helpers in Engineering [Department]; and in Construction [Department] one painter and 3 carpenters.

U.S.S. "Monterey" came in and moored to coal wharf.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light Southwesterly airs.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, passing showers last part.

Light breeze from SSW.


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16 March 1894

In dry dock, Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cold and damp.

Light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and damp.

SSE breezes.

Lieutenant W.G. Cutler and Assistant Engineer Moritz left the ship on leave.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and squally from WSW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Absentees: J. Sloane, Oiler, J. Sterling, First-class Fireman, F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice, F.W. Davis, Shipwright, J. Sullivan, Coal Passer, R.E. McGowan, Coal Passer, R. Butt, Second-class Fireman, T. Casey, Water Tender, V. Blanchard, Water Tender, and R. Whitaker, Machinist.

Infantry companies were drilled in the yard.

Commander Folger, Lieutenant Fickbohm and Passed Assistant Engineer Pickerell returned from leave.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, squally weather.

Gentle, increasing to stiff breeze during squalls from West to WSW.

The following yard workmen engaged at work on ship: in Steam Engineering [Department] 15 machinists, 5 helpers; 13 boilermakers and 6 helpers; in Construction [Department] 2 machinists.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and squally.

Wind WSW to West.

The following named absentees returned on board: R. Butt, Second-class Fireman; V. Blanchard, Water Tender; R. McGowan, Coal Passer; J. Sullivan, Coal Passer; T. Casey, Water Tender; and J. Sloane, Oiler.

Sent dynamo armature to shop for repairs.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cold and squally.

Gentle increasing to fresh breeze in squalls from West.


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17 March 1894

In dry dock, Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Bright starlight and moonlight, clear and cold.

Gentle to moderate breezes from West.

Moon set at 4.00am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cold.

Moderate breeze from West.

Received on board in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 91¼ pounds fresh beef; and 91¼ pounds fresh vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from WNW.

Tarred down rigging.

The weekly inspection of hull required by Circular order number 8 of Navy Regulations was made by Ensign Field, and the sanitary inspection required was made by Surgeon Harmon.

Hugh Boyd, Seaman, died today from the effects of lockjaw [tetanus] at the Naval Hospital, Mare Island.

The following Navy Yard workmen engaged at work on board the ship: in Steam Engineering [Department]: 15 machinists, 5 helpers; 10 boilermakers and 6 helpers; in Construction [Department]: 2 machinists.

The following men were absent without leave: F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice, F.W. Davis, Shipwright, and R. Whitaker, Machinist.

J. Sterling, First-class Fireman, returned on board 6 days 4½ hours over time.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine, bright weather.

Moderate breezes from WNW.

At 1.00pm called all hands to muster and published the approved sentence of a Summary Court Martial in the case of George S. Tripp, Coal Passer, which was that he be discharged from the service with bad conduct discharge, which sentence was carried out.

Same yard mechanics on board as during previous watch.

Sent liberty and baseball parties ashore.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from WNW.

William Forrest, Seaman, was transferred to the hospital, Navy Yard, Mare Island, for treatment.


8pm to midnight:

Bright starlight and moonlight, partly cloudy and misty latter part.

Gentle breezes from West and WSW.


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18 March 1894

In dry dock, Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy and cool, obscure moonlight latter part.

Gentle breezes from West.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light airs from WSW.

At 5.15am started fires under boiler B, allowing fires under boiler C to die out.

By order of Commanding Officer released F.J. Clark, Second-class Fireman, and P. Anthony, Private Marine, from confinement.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from Inspection at Navy Yard: 91¼ pounds fresh beef; and 91¼ pounds fresh vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and raw, with occasional drizzling rain.

Light breezes from Southward and Westward.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and the Commanding Officer inspected the ship with crew at quarters.

Sent church party to chapel on yard.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from SSW, increasing to occasional stiff breezes in squalls and hauling to SW.

Sent liberty party ashore, also visiting parties to the different vessels.

At 3.30pm discontinued boiler C and connected boiler B.

Paymaster's Clerk Grendle left the ship on leave.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cold.

Gentle to fresh breezes in squalls from WSW.

Bright moonlight latter part.

R. Whitaker, Machinist, returned aboard 71 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold, bright moonlight.

Light to fresh breezes in squalls from West.

Lieutenant W.G. Cutler returned from leave.


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19 March 1894

In dry dock, Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and fine, bright moonlight.

Light breeze from West.

Heavy dew.


4am to 8am:

Bright starlight and moonlight first part.

Moon set 5.25am.

Low slack water 6.10am to 6.35am.

Breaking out fore hold.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cool.

Light to gentle breezes from WNW.

The Quarterly Board of Inspection of Hull inspecting the compartments, except Engineering Department.

Following men absent without leave: F.H. Kinnier, Second-class Apprentice, H. Jenkinson, Coal Passer, and F.W. Davis, Shipwright.

16 painters on ship's bottom using McInnes' green paint, 13 mechanics and 3 helpers, 8 boilermakers and 1 helper, at work in Engineering Department.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cool.

Gentle WSW breeze.

At 1.30pm funeral party left ship in charge of Lieutenant Boush.

At 2.00pm half-masted colors during funeral ceremony of the late Hugh Boyd, Seaman.

Full-masted colors at 3.00pm.

Received in Engineering Department: 1 engine room auxiliary pump.

Quarterly Board of Survey engaged in inspecting ship.

Restowing fore hold and store rooms.

16 painters on ship's bottom, 13 machinists and 3 helpers, 8 boilermakers and 1 helper, at work in Engineering Department.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from WSW.

Finished restowing hold and store rooms.

Slack water at 6.30pm.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold.

Gentle breeze from West.

F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice, returned on board 181 hours over time.

Bright moonlight.


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20 March 1894

In dry dock, Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Fine and cold, bright moonlight.

Light airs from West.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cold.

Calm first hour, then light airs from SW and SSW.

About 5.10am L. Peters, Second-class Fireman, was brought on board by yard sentry, he was attempting to land on the island near U.S.S. "Monadnock".

Shortly after William Howlley, Coal Passer, was brought on board by sentry, also found at same place.

They were placed in confinement for safe keeping, to await the action of the Commanding Officer.

At 6.30am a search was made for F.J. Clark, Second-class Fireman, and he could not be found.


8am to meridian:

Cloudless and fine.

Gentle to fresh wind in puffs from NNW.

Roused up all chains, cleaned lockers and restowed.

Quarterly Board of Inspection, Lieutenant Gill senior member, continued its work.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absentees: F.W. Davis, Shipwright, H. Jenkinson, Coal Passer, and F.J. Clark, Second-class Fireman.

Broke out and cleaned cofferdams.

13 machinists, 4 helpers, 10 boilermakers, 4 helpers in Engineering Department, 3 construction workmen and 1 helper at work on board, 6 painters on bottom.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate squalls from North.

Received in Paymaster's Department for use of crew: 91¼ pounds fresh beef; and 91¼ pounds fresh vegetables.

Crew engaged stowing store rooms, scraping under forward shell room and coal bunkers.

Painters from the yard at work painting ship's bottom.

The following is a list of yard workmen employed on ship, namely: in Steam Engineering [Department]: 8 boilermakers and 4 helpers; 13 machinists and 5 helpers; in Construction Department: 6 painters; 1 carpenter and 1 helper.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Light airs from West.


8pm to midnight:

Bright moonlight, light airs to light breeze from WSW to SSW.


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21 March 1894

In dry dock and moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Bright moonlight.

Calms and light airs from North to NNW.

Slack high water at 1.45am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine.

Light Northwesterly airs.

A partial eclipse of the moon began at 5.25am.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Monterey" hauled out to a buoy.

By order of Commanding Officer placed J. Leader, Painter, under charge of sentry, for failing to obey an order of the Officer of the Deck.

At 7.35am turned flood.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, light breeze from NNW to North.

At 9.30am mustered crew, absentees: F.W. Davis, Shipwright, H. Jenkinson, Coal Passer, F.J. Clark, Second-class Fireman.

At 10.35am commenced to flood dry dock, and at 11.04am the ship left the blocks.

The infantry companies were drilled in the yard.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SSW.

At 1.18pm commenced hauling out of dry dock, and dropped down and at 2.30pm secured to coal wharf.

The following yard workmen engaged on board: in Steam Engineering [Department]: 8 boilermakers, 2 helpers; 9 machinists, 3 helpers; in Construction [Department]: 2 pattern makers.

The steam launch was turned over to us by Steam Engineering Department of Navy Yard.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from SSW to West.

Ensign Field returned from leave.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Light airs and breezes from West.

At 8.28pm fire alarm sounded in Navy Yard.

Sent a squad of men to report to Captain [of the] Yard.

Men returned at 8.48pm.


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22 March 1894

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight to 4am:

Bright star and moonlight.

Light Southwesterly airs and calm.

Cool.

Flood tide until 2.25am, ebb tide from 2.55am.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, light airs from North to NNW.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from General Storekeeper: 88¾ pounds fresh beef; 88¾ pounds vegetables; and 71 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Calms and light airs from South first part, light airs from NE latter part.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and sent landing party on shore for drill.

The following men absent without leave: H. Jenkinson, Coal Passer, and F.J. Clark, Second-class Fireman.

F.W. Davis, Shipwright, was by order of Commanding Officer declared a deserter from this date.

An inventory off the effects of Hugh Boyd, Seaman, deceased, was this day made by Lieutenant Boush.

The following yard workmen engaged on board in Department of Steam Engineering: 9 machinists and 3 helpers.

At 12.00pm started fires under boiler A, allowing those under boiler B to die out.

Sent 139 empty powder tanks to magazine, to be returned with charges.

Turned into storehouse the following Navigation [Department] stores: 1 compass, Navy, 7½ [inch]; 1 boat compass; 1 deck clock; 1 sounding wire; 30 sounding tubes; 5 thermometers; 1 lead line, deep sea; 2 spyglasses; 1 binocular glass; 1 log line, patent log; 1 log rotator; 1 log registering taffrail; 2 navigator's lamps; 7 boxes Very's light signals.

The following punishments were assigned by Commanding Officer: L. Peters, Second-class Fireman, leaving ship without permission, 5 days' double irons; William Howlley, Coal Passer, leaving ship without permission, 5 days' double irons; J. Leader, Painter, insubordination, 5 days' double irons; J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, lying, 5 days' double irons.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light Northeasterly breezes.

H. Jenkinson, Coal Passer, returned aboard 103 hours over time.

The following yard mechanics at work on board: Construction and Repair Department, 6; Steam Engineering Department, 9 machinists and 3 helpers.

Lieutenant A.B. Speyers left the ship on 3 days' leave.

Flood tide until 2.25pm, ebb tide from 3.20pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from East to SSE first part and from West to WNW latter part.

At 6.00pm 7 machinists and 3 helpers in Department of Steam Engineering came to work on board.

B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board 25 minutes over time, drunk and disorderly, and by order of Commanding Officer was placed under sentry's charge for safe keeping.

G.R. Coulter, Apprentice First-class, returned 35 minutes over time.


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8pm to midnight:

Bright star and moonlight.

Calm and light Southwesterly airs.

At 8.04pm moon rose.

Ebb tide until 8.15pm, flood tide from 8.45pm.

7 machinists and 3 helpers from Steam Engineering Department of the yard at work on board.


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23 March 1894

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and fine, bright moonlight.

Calm and light airs from SW.

Slack water flood 3.00am to 3.20am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm.

At 6.30am the men from Department of Steam Engineering of Navy Yard, who were engaged at work on ship during the night, left.


8am to meridian:

Bright, fine weather, warm and dry.

Light Southwesterly airs.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absent without leave: E.R. Peacock, Landsman, T. Dalton, Second-class Fireman, and F.J. Clark, Second-class Fireman.

Sent landing party ashore for drill.

The following yard mechanics at work on board: 8 boilermakers, 3 helpers; 6 machinists and 1 boy; 3 carpenters.

Ebb tide until 9.15am, flood tide from 10.00am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light airs and breezes from SE to SSW.

Held auction to dispose of the effects of Hugh Boyd, Seaman, deceased.

The amount realized was $12.35.

Navy Yard workmen on board as in forenoon, except 1 machinist instead of 6.

Received on board in Equipment Department from Navy Yard following stores: 1 boat anchor; 1 steam cutter canopy; 403 pounds manila rope, 3½ inch; 300 pounds manila rope, 4 inch; 1 hawser, manila, 5 inch, 620 pounds; 30 clothes bags; 80 brushes; 50 hammocks, cotton; 40 yards canvas number 5; 80 yards canvas number 8; 80 yards canvas number 9; 89½ [pounds] canvas, raven's [duck]; 86 yards canvas, flax, number 4; 40 yards canvas, flax, number 7; 50 yards canvas, flax, raven's [duck]; 81 pounds manila rope, 18 thread; 90 pounds marline, tarred; 25 pounds distance line; 23 pounds white line; 20 pounds cotton twine; 105 pounds signal halyard; 20 pounds rigging leather; 5 gallons tar oil; 35 pounds polishing paste; 10 boxes plate powder; 10 squilgees and handles; 7 pounds beeswax.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine, warm.

Light Southwesterly breezes.

Ebb tide.

F.J. Clark, Second-class Fireman, who left the ship March 19 to 20 without permission, returned aboard and was by order of Commanding Officer placed under sentry's charge.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Moon rose at 9.12pm, bright moonlight rest of watch.

Light airs from SSW.

Slack water 8.45pm to 9.30pm.


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24 March 1894

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and fine, bright moonlight.

Light Southerly airs.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, bright moonlight until daybreak at 5.15am.

Light variable airs and calm.

Ebb tide.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts, and issued to crew, the following fresh provisions: 71 pounds bread; 88¾ [pounds] beef; and 87¾ [pounds] vegetables.

Assistant Engineer A. Moritz left the ship on two days' leave of absence.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts following stores, namely: 20 overcoats; 50 pairs blue trousers; 50 overshirts; 100 undershirts; 100 pairs drawers; 50 yards cap cloth; 394 yards flannel; 100 pairs shoes; 300 pairs socks; 200 blankets; 100 watch caps; 20 mattress covers; 25 dozen eagle buttons, medium; 128 boxes blacking.

By order of Commanding Officer S. Larson, Ordinary Seaman, and H.R. Barker, Third-class Apprentice, were given one week's extra duty and deprived of all privileges during that time, for fighting.

F.J. Clark, Second-class Fireman, was placed under sentry's charge to await trial by Summary Court Martial.

The specification of offenses preferred against him was delivered to him at 10.40am.

Following Navy Yard workmen on board: 4 machinists in Engineering Department; and 3 construction workmen.

Absentees: T. Dalton, Second-class Fireman, E.R. Peacock, Landsman, and J.C. Robinson, Chief Master-at-Arms.


Meridian to 4pm:

Warm and pleasant.

Light breeze from SW by South.

High water slack at end of watch.

4 machinists in Engineering Department and 3 construction workmen in Construction Department.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SW by South.

Ensign H.A. Field left the ship on leave.

Surgeon G.H. Harmon and Paymaster's Clerk G.H. Grendle returned from leave.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine.

Light SW airs and breezes.

T. Dalton, Second-class Fireman, and E.R. Peacock, Landsman, returned on board 63½ hours over time.

Low water slack at 10.20pm.

Moon rose at 10.18pm.


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25 March 1894

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight to 4am:

Commenced clear, partly cloudy at close [of watch].

Gentle breeze to light airs from SSW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp, light fog.

Light airs from SSW to WSW.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from General Storekeeper: 88¾ pounds fresh beef; and 89¾ pounds vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, then clear and fine.

SW airs.

By order of Captain released J. Leader, Painter, William Howlley, Coal Passer, and L. Peters, Second-class Fireman, from confinement.

Sent a church party to U.S.S. "Independence".

At 9.30am Captain inspected ship and crew at quarters.

J.C. Robinson, Chief Master-at-Arms, and A.J. Bechtle, Ordinary Seaman, absent over time.

Low water slack at 10.40am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine and hazy.

Light breeze from SSW.

Sent a visiting party on board U.S.S. "Monterey".

C.F. Face, Apothecary, left ship on 3 days' furlough.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light WSW breeze.

High water slack at 5.45pm.

Commander W.M. Folger left ship on leave of absence.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light airs to light breeze from WSW to SW.


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26 March 1894

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy.

Light airs and breezes from SW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp, clearing last hour.

Calm.

At 5.15am turned ebb.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy. Light airs from SW.

Ah Gee, Cabin Steward, was this day discharged from the Naval Service by reason of Bureau of Navigation (undesirable person).

Lieutenant A.B. Speyers returned from leave.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters.

Assistant Engineer Moritz returned from leave.

Absentees: A.J. Bechtle, Ordinary Seaman, and J.C. Robinson, [Chief] Master-at-Arms.

At 10.00am a Summary Court Martial, of which Lieutenant H.F. Fickbohm was senior member, met for the trial of F.J. Clark, Second-class Fireman.

At 10.45am the Court adjourned.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs from SW.

Received from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence": Kuma Sugaya, Mess Attendant, and Fujiwari Frank Seka, Mess Attendant.

Issued clothing and small stores.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly overcast and cloudy.

Light breeze to light airs from West to South.

Ah Sing 2nd, Cabin Cook, was this day discharged from the Naval Service by reason of orders of Bureau of Navigation (undesirable person).


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy weather.

Light airs from SW.


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27 March 1894

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light Southwesterly breezes.

Light squall from SSW during last hour.

Flood tide.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, light passing shower last hour.

Light breeze and light airs from SSW and WNW.

Made preparations for coaling.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from General Storekeeper: 88¾ pounds fresh beef; and 88¾ pounds vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from SSW to SW.

Engaged in coaling ship.

Received on board during watch 66 tons 1160 pounds.

By order of Commanding Officer J.E. Cooke, Apprentice First-class, was released from confinement.

The following yard workmen engaged on board: 3 machinists in Steam Engineering [Department]; 3 masons in Construction and Repair Department

Absentees: J.C. Robinson, Chief Master-at-Arms, and A.J. Bechtle, Ordinary Seaman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SW to West by North.

Flood tide from 12.40pm.

Coaling ship, wheeling barrow loads from shed on board.

Received during watch 70 tons.

Transferred, with bag and hammock, J.H. Bucker, Landsman, to the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont", to be discharged by reason of medical survey, to sail on steamer "San Juan" for Panama.

Received from Equipment Officer of yard: 1 armature.

The following yard mechanics at work on board: 2 machinists; 3 masons in Construction and Repair.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from WSW.

Engaged in coaling ship.

Received during day 166 tons 1692 pounds.

The following yard workmen engaged at work on board in Equipment Department: 2 machinists; and 1 electrician.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, but pleasant, clearing at intervals.

Calms and light Southwesterly airs.

Slack high water flood until 8.50pm, then ebb tide.

3 mechanics from the Equipment Department at work in dynamo room.


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28 March 1894

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, calm, then light airs to light breeze from SE by South to SW.

An electrician and two machinists from yard at work on dynamo until 3 o'clock.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy weather.

Light airs and breezes from SW.

Engaged in coaling ship.

Received on board during watch 43 tons 829 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breezes from SSW.

Coaling ship.

Received on board during watch about 74 tons.

Ebb tide.

Received in Navigation Department the following articles: 1 compass, Navy, number 2560; 300 fathoms sounding wire; 6 thermometers; 2 spyglasses; 1 binocular glass; 2 deck clocks; [1] lead line, deep sea; 1 log line taffrail; 1 rotator, patent log; 1 taffrail; 1 deep sea sinker; 1 tube holder; 2 boxes Very's night signals; 2 electric ball bells; 1 fire pot; and 2 soldering irons.

And in Engineering Department: 2 dozen spiral pump springs; 2 sets guards for auxiliary pump; 18 gallon buckets; 12 scaling hammers; 3 sets pump piston rod packing; 6 Newcomb [?] strainers; 72 packing springs main engines; 12 stud bolts; 12 stud wedges; 250 gallons lubricator oil; 100 gallons cylinder oil.

Commander Folger returned from leave.

Absentees: J.C. Robinson, Chief Master-at-Arms, and A.J. Bechtle, Ordinary Seaman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant first part, then clouding over.

Light breezes from SSW.

Coaling ship, using wheelbarrows.

Received during watch 60 tons, making total amount received about 345 tons.

Received draft of men from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence" as follows: A.D. Laing, Ship's Writer Third-class, J. Hanley, Landsman, G.A. Williams, Ordinary Seaman, C. Nyman, Ordinary Seaman, H. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, F. Lynch, Ordinary Seaman, R. Homes, Ordinary Seaman, C. Ellis, Coal Passer, and E.F. Lamy, Coal Passer.

J.C. Robinson, Chief Master-at-Arms, returned on board 117 hours over time.

The ship's aneroid barometer was compared with Observatory standard and found to be 0.08 too high.

It was accordingly corrected.

At 12.45pm U.S.S. "Mohican" left the dock and stood down the bay.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breezes from SSW and West.

Flood tide.

At 4.45pm finished coaling ship, having received a total of 354 tons of bituminous coal.

A.J. Bechtle, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board 131 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Partially clear and cool, passing showers.

Light breezes from SW, increasing to moderate breezes in squalls from SSW last hour.


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29 March 1894

Moored to coal wharf, Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, then clearing weather.

Light breeze from SW by South.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather, light passing shower at 5.00am.

Light breezes from Southward and Westward.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from General Storekeeper the following fresh provisions, and issued to crew: 94¾ pounds fresh beef; 94¾ pounds fresh vegetables; and 60 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Partially clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SW.

Received on board in Department of Supplies and Accounts from General Storekeeper supplies as follows: 980 pounds biscuit; 1000 [pounds] flour; 1000 [pounds] pork; 55 gallons beans; 400 pounds salt beef; 143 [pounds] rice; 72 pounds butter; 324 pounds tomatoes; 528 pounds roast beef; 528 pounds brawn; 520 pounds ham; 498 [pounds] sausage; 400 pounds coffee; 1004 pounds sugar; 114 [pounds] pickles; 416 pounds tobacco; 50 undershirts; 100 drawers; 25 pair shoes; and 200 pairs socks.

Received in Ordnance Department: one pressure gauge.

Received in Equipment Department supplies as follows: 1 boat anchor; 2 foot-tubs; 2 finger bowls; 6 tumblers; 5 slop jars; 1 3-pint pitcher; 6 sherry glasses; 1 salad bowl; 5 cups and saucers, dessert; 4 cups and saucers, breakfast; 2 vegetables dishes; 4 plates, breakfast; 8 plates, desert; 6 plates, soup; 3 glasses, claret; 2 carving knives; 2 student's lamps; 100 feet leading hose, 2½ inches; 1 seine; 2 ink stands; 6 sticks sealing wax; 2 pints blue ink; 6 letter file books; 1 pen rack; 1 cabin carpet; 1 cabin carpet cover; 2 reams official paper; 1 ream note paper; 30 sheets blotting paper; 1 ream type writing paper; 1 ream type writing manifolding paper; 24 dozen note envelopes; 10 blank books; 2 dozen memorandum pads; 2 quarts black ink; 2 books, letter, copy; 5 dozen lead pencil; 6 bottles red ink; 300 linen tags; 5 gross steel pens; 60 yards red bunting; 1 mainsail; 5 windsails; 1 set mast covers; 1 binnacle cover; 1 United States ensign number 4; 1 United States ensign number 5; 2 United States ensigns number 7; 1 United States ensign number 8; 3 United States ensigns number 10; 1 Union Jack number 3; 1 Union Jack number 4; 1 set signal numbers, number 2; 1 set signal pennants; 1 set international signals; 1 set signal pennants number 4.

Paymaster J.R. Martin returned from leave, bringing on board for Department of Supplies and Accounts $15750.00, drawn from sub-treasury San Francisco.

By order of Commanding Officer the remainder of punishment in cases of H.R. Barker, Seaman, and S. Larson, Ordinary Seaman, was remitted.

At 11.35am published finding and sentence in case of F.J. Clark, Second-class Fireman, which was to be discharged from service with bad conduct discharge, which was accordingly carried out.

1 machinist in Equipment [Department], 1 machinist in Steam Engineering [Department] and 4 in Construction [Department] at work on board ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, threatening rain.

Gentle SSW breeze.

At 1.15pm cast off wharf moorings and hauled out to buoy.

At 1.50pm U.S.S. "Monterey" hauled into dry dock for metacentric test.

Transferred to U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence" I. Lundquist, Quartermaster, with bag, hammock and necessary papers.

Striking oil below into tanks.

A detail of men at magazine loading ammunition on lighter.

1 machinist and helper, and two shipfitters at work in Construction [Department], in after shell room.


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4pm to 8pm:

Partially cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breezes from SSW.

Received in Ordnance Department from Navy Yard magazine: 140 reduced charges for 6-inch breech loading rifle; 140 loaded shells, 6-inch breech loading rifle; and 25,000 rounds .45 caliber cartridges.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, then overcast and damp.

Wind light to moderate in puffs from South to SW.

Flood tide.

Slack water at end of watch.


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30 March 1894

Moored to buoy, Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.094, Long -122.259


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty, light to gentle breeze from SSW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy cold and damp.

Light to gentle breezes from SSW.

At 5.15am G.F. Burke, Plumber and Fitter, could not be found on board by the Master-at-Arms.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, then clearing weather.

Light SW breeze.

Ebb tide.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absentees: G.F. Burke, Plumber and Fitter, J. Roulston, Private Marine, G. Dines, Seaman, and T.J. Dowling, Private Marine.

Exercised gun divisions at sighting drill.

Received on board the following stores in Ordnance Department: 3 great gun target frames; 3 great gun target masts; 50 army B targets; 6000 cartridges caliber .38; 2 Remington double-barrel shotguns; 1000 rounds loaded paper shells; and for U.S.S. "Adams": 2 double-barrel shotguns and 2 Remington; and 1000 rounds loaded paper shells.

In Navigation Department: 60 pounds lead line stuff; Letters on Artillery by Graf zu Hohenlohe-Inglefingen; 1 armature without commutator; 1 oil filter.

In Construction and Repair Department: 3 state room chairs; 700 pounds white lead; 375 pounds yellow ochre; 60 pounds gum shellac; 20 pounds ultramarine blue; 50 pounds chrome yellow; 4 ratchets; 1 cabin desk; 20 gallons turpentine; 45 gallons linseed oil; 30 gallons alcohol; 75 pounds putz pomade.

In Engineering Department: 12 paint brushes; 4 pounds twine; 16 hydrometers; 12 nipples; 20 feet pipe; 1 gross steel pens; 12 memorandum books; 1 ledger; 1 anvil; 20 quires emery cloth.

Quarterly Board [of Inspection of Hull] continued its inspection.

Received from Marine Barracks one orderly sergeant and two privates.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, light to gentle breeze from SW.

G. Dines, Seaman, was this day declared a deserter by the Commanding Officer, and the following draft was received from the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence", with effects and necessary papers, namely: H.L. Foy, Machinist, Henry Myles, Coal Passer, James Burke, Coal Passer, Thomas Fay, Landsman, H. Fulham, Ordinary Seaman, G.J. Anderson, Seaman, Anton Limkon, Coal Passer, and Julius Kuntz, Seaman.

First Sergeant Edward Clifford, with Privates T.M. Hedden and N.M. Higgins, reported on board for duty, the former to take charge of the guard, relieving First Sergeant W.P. Thomas, who was transferred to the Marine Barracks.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Gentle Southerly breezes.

Bent sail.

Transferred to U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence" John Hanley, Landsman.

By order of Captain placed J.C. Robinson, Chief Master-at-Arms, under charge of sentry, for being drunk, also for same offense by order of Captain placed A.M. Wilkinson, First-class Fireman, W. Cochrane, Water Tender, J.F.R. Bohen, Second-class Fireman, J. Murray, Coal Passer, C. Hudson, Coal Passer, T. Dalton, Second-class Fireman, under sentry's charge.

Private Marines Roulston and Dowling were brought on board, 11 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, light SW breeze.

Theodore Dalton, Second-class Fireman, being drunk, noisy and ungovernable, was placed in the cell, and G. Lane, Seaman, being drunk and noisy, was confined in the crew's bathroom by order of the Commanding Officer, for safe keeping.


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31 March 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, and at sea, making passage to Port Townsend

Lat 37.92, Long -122.93


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Gentle breeze from SSW.

At 2.00am started fires under boilers B, C and D.

Placed G.R. Coulter, Apprentice First-class, under sentry's charge to await action of Commanding Officer, he having been absent from ship without authority and found returning over the bows.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, cool and pleasant.

Gentle SW breezes.

Flood tide.

Making preparations for sea.

Private Marines Ryan and Lynch, and A. Nordstrom, Seaman, found to be out of the ship, also Low Tuck, Wardroom Steward, failed to return from duty on shore.

At 7.40am slipped from buoy, and at 7.45am stood down channel under [in in log-book] conn of captain.

By order of Captain released A.M. Wilkinson, Second-class Fireman, W. Cochrane, Water Tender, J.F.R. Bohen, Second-class Fireman, J. Murray, Coal Passer, C. Hudson, Coal Passer, and Th. Dalton, Second-class Fireman, from sentry's charge and returned them to duty.

Off Mare Island lighthouse at end of watch.


8am to meridian:

Partly overcast and hazy.

Moderate to gentle breeze from SSW to West.

Ship standing down San Pablo Bay, through Raccoon Strait and Golden Gate under conn of the Commanding Officer.

At 10.22am buoy number 2 on bar was abeam.

At 10.57am buoy off Duxbury Point [Roxbury Point in log-book] was off starboard beam, distant about 1 mile, log [reading] 70.8, then put ship on course N86°W.

At noon, the ship being on course N86°W by standard compass, the following bearings were taken: Farallon [Farrallon in log-book] lighthouse S14°E and Point Reyes [Point Reys in log-book] lighthouse NW by W¼W.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and secured battery for sea.

Absentees: G.F. Burke, Plumber and Fitter, J. Ryan, Private Marine, B. Lynch, Private Marine, A.A. Nordstrom, Seaman, and Low Tuck, Wardroom Steward.

Steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 100.9.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, cold weather.

Gentle breeze from NW by West.

Changed course at 12.33pm to NW¾W (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 88.5.

At same time Point Reyes light bore N⅜E, distant (bow and beam bearings) 2.7 miles.

The Permanent Board of Inspection of Hull inspected pumping system of the ship, and completed quarterly inspection.

Average revolutions 111.0 and steam pressure 120 pounds.

By order of Commanding Officer placed B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, under sentry's charge, for being under the influence of liquor.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NW by West.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course NW¾W (per standard compass).

At 5.45pm sighted Punta Arenas lighthouse bearing North by W½W (per standard compass).

Land along starboard beam, distant about 10 miles.

Average revolutions 109.7, steam pressure 115 pounds.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light to gentle breezes from NW.

Course NW¾W (per standard compass) till 6.55pm, when Punta Arenas lighthouse bearing abeam, changed course to NW¼W (per standard compass), patent log reading 61.3.

At end of watch Punta Arenas light broad off quarters, distant about 15 miles.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 102.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool, then cloudy.

Light Northwesterly breezes.

Steam alone, course NW¼W.

At 8.35pm lost sight of Punta Arenas light bearing East by South.

Average steam 114 pounds, revolutions 107.9.


Approved: [signed] W.M. Folger, Commander U.S. Navy Commanding


Punta Arenas is also known as Point Arena.



LOGS FOR APRIL 1894


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1 April 1894

At sea, making passage from Mare Island to Port Townsend

Lat 41.95, Long -125.08


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, gentle breeze from NW by West to WNW.

Smooth sea.

Course NW¼W.

At 2 o'clock sighted the flare of Mendocino [Medocino in log-book] light bearing North by E½E, and at 2.26am sighted the light bearing N21°E, at 3.21am it was abeam, distant approximately 25 miles, log [reading] 55.5, and at end of watch it bore N57°E.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 103.6.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, gentle, increasing to moderate breeze from South to SE.

At 4.45am lost sight of Mendocino light bearing ENE½E, patent log [reading] 72.3, from this and beam bearing the light was distant 30 miles at 4.43am, and when abeam was 25.8 miles distant.

At 4.55am changed course to N19°W (per compass), patent log [reading] 73.5.

At 8.00am changed course to N18°W, patent log [reading] 10.4.

Average revolutions 105.7, steam pressure 112 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and misty, with drizzling rain.

Moderate breezes from SSE.

Moderate, irregular sea.

Steaming course N18°W.

At 8.15am set fore stay and trysails.

At 9.50am took in fore staysail.

Omitted quarters on account of rain.

Average revolutions 109.5, average steam pressure 116 pounds.

The Commanding Officer awarded the following punishments: G. Lane, Seaman, drunk on duty, 3 days' solitary confinement, 4th conduct class; J. Keogh, Corporal Marine, returning on board drunk from Marine Barracks, 4th conduct class, ½ money; B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, drunk on duty, 5 days' solitary confinement, 4th conduct class; and G.R. Coulter, leaving ship without permission, 5 days' solitary confinement, 4th conduct class.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and misty, with rain first part, and moderate breezes from South.

Wind then hauled to WNW and fell to light breezes, clearing weather.

Last part of watch fine weather.

Course N18°W (per standard compass).

Confused sea, with occasional swell from SW, causing ship to roll heavily at times, deepest observed rolls 26° each way.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 103.7.

Observed a school of whales and a seal.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and fine.

Gentle breeze and moderate sea from South to SSW.

Steam and fore sail, course N18°W.

Average steam 112 [pounds], revolutions 106.2.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze from SSW.

Course N18°W.

At 6.28pm stopped engines for two minutes to screw up oil cup, low pressure crank from starboard engine.

Revolutions 105.6, steam 112 [pounds].


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy.

Gentle, increasing to fresh breeze during squalls from Westward.

Occasional flashes of lightning to Northward and Eastward first hour, occasional passing rain squalls from Westward remainder of watch.

At 8.08pm changed course to N19°W, patent log reading 54.8.

Average steam pressure 107 pounds and average revolutions 100.


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2 April 1894

At sea, making passage from Mare Island to Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 46.43, Long -125.15


Midnight to 4am:

Variable weather, bright starlight.

Occasional stiff wind squall from West.

Ship rolling easily to moderate beam sea.

Steaming course N19°W (per standard compass), with foresail set.

Average revolutions 94.3, average steam pressure 110 pounds.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to moderate breezes in squalls from West.

Moderate sea, with heavy swell from West.

Ship rolling easily, 12° to 14°, with occasional rolls of 18° to 20°.

Passed a steamer and a sailing vessel, both bound South.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 101.

Course N19°W (per standard compass), under steam in four boilers and foresail set.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, light rain squall first hour.

Light to moderate WSW breeze

Long swell from WSW.

Steam and foresail, course N19°W.

Delivered to J.C. Robinson, Chief Master-at-Arms, a copy of specifications for trial by Summary Court Martial.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, after which fired one shot from each division of great guns, and 2 6-pounder [guns].

Expended 3 cast iron 6-inch shells, 3 fuzes, and 3 6-inch reduced charges, also 2 6-pounder charges, fuzes and projectiles.

At 11.00am took in foresail.

By order of Captain A.A. Nordstrom, Seaman, and R.J. Ryan, Private Marine, were this day declared deserters.

Average steam 113 [pounds], revolutions 99.6.

Absentees: G.F. Burke, Plumber and Fitter, B. Lynch, Private Marine, and Low Tuck, Wardroom Steward.

Set clock back 9 minutes.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, occasional squalls and passing shower 3rd hour.

Gentle breeze from WSW to West.

Moderate sea, with long swell from WSW.

Course till 12.16pm N19°W, when it was changed to N16°W, log [reading] 28.3.

Sighted a full rigged ship and a small coasting steamer standing to the Southward.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 95.1.


4pm to 6pm:

Partly cloudy.

Gentle breeze from West by South.

At 4.35pm sighted land on starboard bow.

Average steam pressure 111 pounds and average revolutions 104.6.


6pm to 8pm:

Generally clear and cool.

Gentle breezes from West.

Steaming course N16°W until 7.00pm, when changed to N39°W, patent log reading 0.5.

At 6.48pm sighted flash light, at 6.52pm Destruction Island light bore N66°E per standard compass, patent log reading 99.1.

At 7.00pm lost sight of Destruction Island light bearing ENE¼E per standard compass.

Average revolutions 100, average steam 110 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Squally weather, partially cloudy.

Gentle to moderate breeze from West and WSW.

Passing showers.

At 9.00pm slowed to 90 revolutions.

At 10.20pm slowed to 80 revolutions and sighted Cape Flattery light N40°E (per standard compass).

Changed course at 10.30pm to N29°W (per standard compass).

At 11.00pm Cape Flattery light bore abeam.

At 11.50pm sighted Cape Beale light and then Cape Carmanah light, changed course to N62°E per standard compass and slowed to 70 turns.

Steam 115 [pounds], revolutions 84.9.

Patent log at 10.30pm read 35.2.


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3 April 1894

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor at Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.09, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and wet.

Light breezes from WSW.

Beale, Carmanah and Flattery lights in sight.

Course N62°E, making 70 revolutions.

From 2.00am to 2.06am in red sector.

At 2.15am changed course to East, patent log [reading] 65.6.

At 2.30am Cape Flattery light abeam.

At 2.40am increased to 90 revolutions, and at 3.56am went ahead full speed.

At end of watch Flattery light bore S65°W.

Average steam 119 [pounds], revolutions 72.4.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy.

Light breeze from SSW to South.

Ship in Strait of Juan de Fuca under conn of Commanding Officer, course East.

At 5.00am changed course to N77°E, log [reading] 91.1.

At 6.32am Race Rocks lighthouse abeam (log [reading] 12).

At 7.04am Point Angeles lighthouse abeam, log [reading] 19.1.

At 7.00am changed course to East by North.

At 7.55am New Dungeness lighthouse abeam (log [reading] 30.2).

Steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 120.7.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from SE to East.

At 9.00am hauled in patent log, reading 44.0.

At 9.20am came to anchor off Port Townsend in 12¼ fathoms water, muddy bottom, with starboard anchor, 45 fathoms chain.

At 10.15am called away all boats for sail drill.

A Summary Court Martial for the trial of J.C. Robinson, acting Chief Master-at-Arms of this ship, met at 10.00am, and adjourned at 10.50am to await the action of the Commanding Officer.

At 11.15am set clock ahead 20 minutes.

Commanding Officer called upon the Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Mohican".

Draft of ship forward 12 feet 11 inches and aft 16 feet 3 inches.

Bearings of anchorage: Point Hudson N¼W, Marrowstone Point N75°E, magnetic.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, cool.

Calms and light airs from SW and NW.

At 1.00pm shifted anchorage, out of track of incoming steamers.

Anchored with 45 fathoms on starboard chain in 10½ fathoms water, sandy bottom.

Bearings (magnetic) of anchorage: Point Hudson North, clock tower S88°W.

Allowed fires to die out under boilers A, B and D.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Light airs and breezes from NW to NNW.


8pm to midnight:

Bright starlight, cool.

Calms and light variable airs.


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4 April 1894

At anchor at Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.09, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Calm first part, then light airs from SW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and light airs from Southward.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, cool.

Calm and light airs from NNE.

At 8.40am made general signal interrogatory 5455, U.S.S. "Mohican" answered 904.

At 8.45am loosed sail.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, followed by setting up exercises, pointing drill, and small arm drill by landing party.

Absent without leave: G.F. Burke, Plumber and Fitter, B. Lynch, Private Marine, and Low Tuck, Wardroom Steward.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Mohican" paid an official visit to the ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from NW and WNW.

At 1.30pm asked permission by wigwag to send men aloft, granted.

Scraping spars remainder of watch.

At 3.30pm U.S.S. "Mohican" made [signal] 2984 and we piped down washed clothes.

We then made interrogatory 6057, granted by U.S.S. "Mohican", we then unbent all sail and sent it below.

Drilled 2nd part of Engineer's Division in infantry.

Exercised apprentices at signals.

The Commanding Officer of Port Townsend, accompanied by several officers of his command, called on Captain and wardroom officers of this vessel.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, but pleasant, cool.

Light airs and breezes from NW and West.

At 5.40pm mustered at quarters, absent without leave: G.F. Burke, Plumber and Fitter, B. Lynch, Private Marine, and Low Tuck, Wardroom Steward.

Exercised at aiming drill.

Sent liberty party ashore.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs from West to SSW.


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5 April 1894

At Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.09, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Light Southerly airs.

Low Tuck, Wardroom Steward, returned on board.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, cool.

Light airs from Southward and Eastward.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made uniform and time signal geographic 6154.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool.

Light to gentle breezes from ESE to SE.

At 9.35am called all hands to muster and published findings and sentence of Summary Court Martial in case of J.C. Robinson, acting Chief Master-at-Arms, which was that he be discharged from the service with bad conduct discharge, which sentence was duly executed.

At 9.55am mustered at quarters, G.F. Burke, Plumber and Fitter, and B. Lynch, Private Marine, absent without leave.

At 10.05am sounded call to abandon ship and got up provisions on deck, and then lowered the boats.

At 10.30am hoisted the boats.

Captain and officers called on army post.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle ESE breeze.

At 12.45pm Captain and officers returned from making official calls on army post.

At 1.00pm U.S.S. "Mohican" made [signal] number 2984, piped down scrubbed canvas.

At 1.30pm instructed Marines at great guns, 1st and 2nd Divisions exercised at sub-caliber practice.

Barometer falling.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle breezes from ESE.

Stationed boats' crews for fire drill.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters, same absentees as in forenoon.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and squally.

Moderate to fresh wind in puffs from ESE.

Barometer falling slowly.


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6 April 1894

At Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.09, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with moderate to stiff squalls from ESE, light passing showers last hour.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cold.

Moderate to very fresh breezes from SE and SE by South.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from Charles Butler: 100 pounds fresh beef; 100 pounds vegetables; and 80 pounds bread.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made time and dress signal geographic 6154.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and dark.

Moderate to fresh wind from SE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

G.F. Burke, Plumber and Fitter, B. Lynch, Private Marine, absent without leave, and G. Bendy, Coal Passer, absent over time.

Exercised at aiming drill, after which stationed and provided landing party fully equipped.

By order of Captain released G.R. Coulter, Apprentice, his term of confinement having expired, and placed B. Olsen, Seaman, in brig, in double irons, for 5 days, for having been drunk on duty.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, with moderate to fresh squalls from WSW to West, accompanied with drizzling rain.

Crew engaged overhauling blocks and field carriages.

The 3rd section of Engineer's force instructed in ordnance and gunnery.

M. Doran, Seaman, a member of the running boat's crew, being drunk, was placed under sentry's charge for safe keeping.

At 1.05pm signaled for permission to pipe down washed clothes, U.S.S. "Mohican" answered and hoisted the affirmative.


4pm to 8pm:

Clearing weather, occasional flurries of hail first half.

Moderate to strong wind in squalls from West by South.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters.

Barometer rising.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold, wind in moderate squalls from SW by West to West.

Barometer rising.


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7 April 1894

At Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.09, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, cool and squally.

Light, increasing to fresh breeze during squalls from West by South to WNW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine.

Gentle South by East breeze.

Barometer rising.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made uniform and time signal geographic 6154.

G. Bendy, Coal Passer, returned on board 24 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, light breeze from SE by South to ESE.

Lieutenant A.B. Speyers inspected store rooms.

Absentees: B. Lynch, Private Marine, and G.F. Burke, Plumber and Fitter.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs from NE to NW by West.

Surgeon G.E.H. Harmon made the sanitary inspection of living spaces of ship required by Navy Regulation Circular order number 8, and Chief Engineer A.B. Bates made inspection of Engineering Department required by same circular order.

Alfred J. Bechtle, Ordinary Seaman, was transferred to the Marine Hospital, Port Townsend, for treatment.

An auction of effects of F.W. Davis, Shipwright, deserter, was held, at which $4.72 was realized.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, moderate squalls first half from NW by West to WNW.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from Charles Butler: 100 pounds fresh beef; 100 pounds fresh vegetables; and 80 pounds bread.


8pm to midnight:

Cool, cloudy weather.

Light airs and breezes from West first hour, and from SE to SSW remainder of watch.


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8 April 1894

At anchor in Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.09, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool.

Light Southwesterly airs and calms.

Passenger steamers came into port at 2.00am and 3.00am, and left at 2.15am and 3.35am respectively.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, light airs to light breezes from SE to ESE.

A.A. Nordstrom, Seaman, returned on board, having been absent since March 31st.

At 7.30am U.S.S. "Mohican" made time and uniform signal number 6111.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, cool weather.

Gentle to moderate breeze from ESE.

At 10.00am Commanding Officer inspected ship and the crew at quarters.

Absentees: P.J. Kane, Gunner's Mate Second-class, G.F. Burke, Plumber and Fitter, and B. Lynch, Private Marine.

The reading of the Articles of War was postponed until next Sunday on account of the inclemency of the weather.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were assigned: O. Germundson, Ordinary Seaman, 3 days' double irons and boat keeper for a week in gig, for not obeying orders of Coxswain; M. Doran, Seaman, reduced to 3rd conduct class and boat keeper for a week, for being drunk on duty; A. Olsen, Coxswain, reduced to 2nd conduct class, for failing to report to the Officer of the Deck that a number of his crew was drunk; J.H. McPherson, Apprentice Third-class, ½ hour for breakfast and to work at brightwork until quarters, for neglecting gun brightwork; Charles Nyman, Ordinary Seaman, double anchor watch for a week, for causing scraper to fall from aloft.

By order of Commanding Officer M. Doran, Seaman, was released from confinement under sentry's charge.

P.J. Kane, Gunner's Mate Third-class, returned on board 3¾ hours over time.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, with occasional drizzling rain and light squalls from Southward and Eastward, shifting to West by South during last hour of watch.

Barometer falling [to] 30.23.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy, passing rain squalls at intervals.

Light airs from West by South first hour and light breeze to moderate squalls from SE last three hours.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with light drizzling rain.

Gentle to stiff Southeasterly breezes in squalls until last hour, when breeze increased and shifted to SSW.

Barometer steady, 30.18.


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9 April 1894

Port Townsend, Washington, and at Seattle

Lat 47.60, Long -122.35


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with drizzling rain.

Light airs from WNW and SSW, then calm.

At 12.00am started fires in B and D boilers.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, cold weather.

Calms and light airs from NW first part, gentle to stiff breeze from SE by East latter part.

At 5.55am asked permission to get under way, and at 6.05am got under way.

During watch steaming through Admiralty Inlet [Admiralty Sound in log-book] and Puget Sound under conn of Commanding Officer.

At 6.35am put over patent log, reading 44.1, at end watch patent log read 60.9.

Average revolutions 107.4 and steam pressure 120 pounds.

Draft ship forward 12 feet 10 inches, aft 16 feet 3 inches.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, with fresh to gentle breezes from Eastward and Southward.

Standing down [Puget] Sound under conn of Commanding Officer.

At 9.35am hauled in patent log, reading 78.9, abreast of Fourmile Rock.

At 10.10am made fast to harbor buoy, anchored in 32 fathoms of water, 90 fathoms of chain on a 3 ton anchor, veered to 10 fathoms of our starboard bower chain.

Allowed fires to die out in boilers B and C.

Hoisted out steam launch, preparatory to using her boiler for coal tests.

Ship's draught forward 12 feet 8 inches, aft 16 feet 3 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle breezes from SSE.

Commanding officers of coast survey steamers U.S.C. & G.S.S. "[Ferdinand R.] Hassler" and U.S.C. & G.S.S. "[Thomas R.] Gedney" called on the Commanding Officer and the wardroom officers of this vessel.

Engaged in breaking out magazine, shell rooms and store rooms for members of Board of Inspection of Hull.

Drilled 1st part of Engineer's Division in infantry, also recruits in school of soldier.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle to light breeze from SSE.

Warmer weather.

Received on board ten bags (5 samples) of coal, sent off by Board on Coal.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool, drizzling rain last hour.

Light to moderate breezes in squalls from SSE and SW.

Tested electric signals and found them in good order, but did not test searchlights, as crosshead of engine was broken.


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10 April 1894

Moored to buoy, Seattle, Washington

Lat 47.60, Long -122.35


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, rainy and wet.

Gentle Southerly breeze.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, with occasional drizzling rain.

Light breeze from South, shifting to North last half of watch.

Received from Pacific Meat Company of Seattle in Department of Supplies and Accounts, and issued to crew the following fresh provisions: 100 pounds each fresh beef and vegetables; and 80 pounds bread.

Coal Board in session.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool, drizzling rain at times.

Light airs and breezes from NE.

At 9.30am had quarters, setting up exercise and aiming drill, then called away boats for practice under oars and sail.

Commanding Officer called on Commanding Officers of U.S.C. & G.S.S. "[Ferdinand R.] Hassler" and U.S.C. & G.S.S. "[Thomas R.] Gedney".

Following men absent without leave: J.W. Svenson, Blacksmith, C. Olsen, Gunner's Mate Third-class, William Ozard, Landsman, H. Rassmussen, Seaman, and M. Gleason, Boiler Maker.

Coal Board engaged in testing coal.

By order of Commanding Officer E.J. Colwell, Seaman Apprentice First-class, was relieved from the remainder of extra duty on poop.

A.A. Nordstrom was relieved from sentry's charge, reduced to 4th conduct class for 3 months and made steady boat keeper, for 15 days for leaving ship without permission.

W.P. Munger, Apprentice First-class, was given 4 hours' signal drill for 4 days, for being slow and inefficient in signal watch.

The officers of coast survey steamer U.S.C. & G.S.S. "[Ferdinand R.] Hassler" called on this ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, rainy and damp.

Light breezes from North to ENE.

Exercised Marine Guard at great guns.

Surgeon G.P. Lumsden reported on board as the relief of Surgeon G.E.H. Harmon, detached and ordered East.

Coal Board continued coal test in steam launch.


4pm to 8pm:

Partially cloudy and cool, rainy first part of watch, then clearing to Westward.

Light airs from SE and South.

Sent liberty party ashore.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters, absentees as in forenoon.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs from SE by East.


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11 April 1894

Moored to buoy, Seattle, Washington

Lat 47.60, Long -122.35


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, light airs to light breeze from SSE to SE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs from SE first hour, then shifted to West by South.

Coal Board using steam launch.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and damp, rainy last half of watch.

Light variable airs.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absentees: J.W. Svenson, Blacksmith, C. Olsen, Gunner's Mate Third-class, W. Ozard, Landsman, H. Rasmussen, Seaman, M. Gleason, Boiler Maker, C. Tame, Second-class Fireman, Peterson, Private Marine, G.F. Burke, Plumber and Fitter, and B. Lynch, Private Marine.

Exercised divisions: 1st and 4th [Divisions] infantry; Powder and 2nd [Divisions] single sticks; 3rd [Division] great guns.

By order of Captain released B. Olsen, Seaman, and O. Germundson, Ordinary Seaman, from confinement, and placed G. Lane, Seaman, in solitary confinement on bread and water for three days, for drunkenness on duty.

Coal Board continued its tests in steam cutter.

At 11.30am coal lighter came alongside.

Made preparations for coaling.

Captain paid an official visit to Revenue steamer U.S.R.C. "[Oliver] Wolcott" ["Walcott" in log-book].


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and rainy, light breeze to light airs from North to NNE.

Received on board 58 tons 1540 pounds Black Diamond coal.

J. Peterson, Private Marine Corps, returned on board 6½ hours over time.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and damp.

Light NE breezes.

At 4.30pm coal lighter left ship.

Cleaning ship.

Made preparations for sea.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 100 pounds fresh beef and vegetables; and 80 pounds fresh bread; and issued same to crew.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, misty and drizzling at times, light breeze from East.

The following named men returned on board 39½ hours over time: M. Gleason, Boiler Maker; C. Olsen, Gunner's Mate Third-class; and J.W. Svenson, Blacksmith.


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12 April 1894

Moored to buoy, Seattle, Washington, and at sea

Lat 48.21, Long -123.03


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy first part, clearing away latter part of watch.

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


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and raw.

Gentle SE wind.

At 5.50am slipped from buoy and stood out of harbor under [in in log-book] conn of Captain.

At 6.09am put over patent log, reading 78.9, and began a steam trial of Seattle coal.

Lost overboard: 1 patent log propeller.

H. Rasmussen, Seaman, returned on board 47 hours over time.

Draft of ship 13 feet 1 inch forward, 16 feet 3 inches aft.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, light to gentle breeze from SE by East to East by South.

In Puget Sound and Straits of Juan de Fuca.

Undergoing steaming trial using Black Diamond coal number 14.

Commanding Officer or Navigator conning ship.

At 9.30am inspected and mustered at quarters.

Absentees: W. Ozard, Landsman, and C. Tame, Second-class Fireman.

The divisions were exercised at the setting up and pointing drills, then drilled as follows: 1st and 4th [Divisions] single sticks; and 2nd [Division] as infantry.

At 10.10am had fire quarters, divisions ready as follows: 1st [Division] 1 minute 55 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 50 seconds; 3rd [Division] 2 minutes 0 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 45 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 40 seconds; Marines 2 minutes 0 seconds.

Secured at 10 hours 13 minutes 5 seconds: 1st Division 1 minute 5 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 5 seconds; 3rd [Division] 2 minutes 0 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 0 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 50 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 55 seconds.

Sighted U.S.S. "Mohican" at anchor in Port Townsend, and while in sight of her displayed the dispatch flag at the fore.

At 10.49am New Dungeness lighthouse was abeam, log [reading] 31.7.

At 11.15am put ship about and started back over course, log [reading] 36.2.

At 11.50am New Dungeness was abeam.

The following average revolutions and steam pressures were observed at 15 minutes intervals during watch: starboard engine revolutions 90.7, steam 103; revolutions 87.8, steam 100; revolutions 84.1, steam 105; revolutions 81.4, steam 110; revolutions 89.3, steam 110; revolutions 88.3, steam 109; revolutions 87.3, steam 110; revolutions 90.7, steam 109; revolutions 89.1, steam 110; revolutions 91.7, steam 105; revolutions 87.6, steam 108; revolutions 85.7, steam 111; revolutions 91.0, steam 110; revolutions 77.2, steam 105; revolutions 77.5, steam 108; revolutions 81, steam 120; port engine revolutions 89.5, steam 103; revolutions 89.5, steam 100; revolutions 82.9, steam 105; revolutions 82.5, steam 114; revolutions 87.3, steam 110; revolutions 90.7, steam 110; revolutions 87.1, steam 111; revolutions 89.5, steam 110; revolutions 88.3, steam 110; revolutions 92, steam 108; revolutions 85.9, steam 107; revolutions 86.6, steam 112; revolutions 90.2, steam 112; revolutions 77.6, steam 105; revolutions 77.3, steam 109; revolutions 81.2, steam 120 [pounds].


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and raw, with occasional drizzling rain.

Gentle to moderate breezes from East and ESE.

Conducting trial of Black Diamond number 14 coal.

Returning to Seattle, standing Eastward and Southward through Straits of Juan de Fuca and Admiralty Inlet.

At end of watch Double Bluff [Double Head in log-book] on port beam, distant ⅜ mile.

At 1.50pm hoisted despatch flag and kept it flying while in sight of U.S.S. "Mohican" until 2.45pm.

Average revolutions and steam pressures, of the starboard and port engines respectively, for the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th hours during watch: 86.6, 114 and 86.5, 114; 81.6, 111 and 81.4, 111; 87.6, 109.5 and 87.1, 110.5; 86.7, 112 and 86.9, 115.

The Commanding Officer declared G.F. Burke, Plumber and Fitter, a deserter from this date.


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4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Moderate to light breeze from SE by South to South by West.

Standing down [Puget] Sound for Seattle under conn of the Commanding Officer.

At 4.18pm Point No Point abeam (log [reading] 85.6).

At 4.56pm Apple Cove Point abeam (log [reading] 93).

At 6.30pm moored to buoy with starboard chain, and allowed fires to die out under all boilers, excepting boiler A.

The following are the average revolutions and steam pressures for 15 minutes intervals from 4 to 6 o'clock, namely: starboard engine 97, 115 pounds; 96.3, 115 pounds; 97.2, 114 pounds; 95½, 115 pounds; 93½, 105 pounds; 91.1, 105 pounds; 85.3, 105 pounds; 85.9, 105 pounds; port engine 96.4, 115 pounds; 96.4, 120 pounds; 96.3, 115 pounds; 95.5, 117 pounds; 92, 108 pounds; 91, 107 pounds; 85.5, 108 pounds; 83.7, 110 pounds.

Draft forward 12 feet 11 inches, aft 16 feet 2 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy.

Drizzling rain at intervals.

Light breeze from SSE to SE by South.


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13 April 1894

Moored to buoy, Seattle, Washington

Lat 47.60, Long -122.35


Midnight to 4am:

Raining steadily, with light Southeasterly breezes.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and rainy, light breeze to light airs from SE to East.

C. Tame, Second-class Fireman, returned on board 48 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, drizzling rain at times.

Light airs to moderate breeze from ESE to South by East, with occasional moderate squalls last hour.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absent W. Ozard, Landsman,.

The 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and Navigator's Divisions were exercised in the following drills, in the order named: setting up; sighting; small arms.

The Powder Division was exercised in setting up drill, the Marine Guard in setting up, and afterwards in skirmish drill.

After this all the divisions were exercised at their stations for abandon ship.

The Commanding Officer of the Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "[Oliver] Wolcott" paid an official visit to this ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with light to gentle breezes from South to South by East.

Drilled 3rd part of Engineer's Division at small arms.

William Ozard, Landsman, returned on board 80 hours over time.

Large party of United Order of Mechanics of State of Washington visited the ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Generally overcast and cloudy, drizzling rain at intervals.

Light breeze from SE by South.


8pm to midnight:

Generally cloudy, but pleasant, cool.

Light Southeasterly breezes.


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14 April 1894

Moored to buoy, Seattle, Washington [and at sea]

Lat 47.68, Long -122.46 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, cool and drizzling rain.

Light to gentle breezes from South and South by West, coming in squalls latter part.

At 12.00am started fires in B and C boilers.

The "Umatilla" stood out the harbor.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, drizzling rain at intervals.

Light airs from SE 1st hour, gentle to moderate breeze from North by East to WSW last three hours.

At 5.55am under way, two boilers, forced draft until 7.00am.

Under two boilers alone.

Steaming through [Puget] Sound under conn of Commanding Officer.

Put over patent log at 6.03am, reading 5.6.

Draft of ship 12 feet 11 inches [forward] and 16 feet 2 inches [aft].

Record of steam pressures and engine revolutions as per list [below].


8am to meridian:

Overcast, with drizzling rain, clearing latter part of watch.

Gentle to moderate breezes from WSW and Southward and Eastward.

Under way, making test of Black Diamond coal number 14, using two boilers (C and D), natural draft 8800 [sic] during watch.

Average speed by patent log 8.05 knots.

Standing to the Northward through Admiralty Inlet until 9.05am, when between Bush and Nodule [Noddle in log-book] Points turned and returned towards Seattle.

At end of watch West Point lighthouse bore SE (per standard compass), distant 1¼ miles.

By order of the Commanding Officer released G. Lane, Seaman, from confinement.

Average revolutions and steam pressure of starboard and port engines respectively, for the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th hours: 77.5 and 105½ pounds, 77.4 and 109 pounds; 18.1 and 107 [pounds], 78.7 and 105½ pounds; 71.2 and 100 pounds, 71.1 and 105 pounds; 72.1 and 101 [pounds], 70.6 and 105 [pounds].

Engine room records for quarter of hours as per list [below].


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy and cool.

Light airs and breezes from East to NE by East.

At 12.50pm called "moored ship" and secured to buoy with 8 fathoms starboard chain in old berth.

Scraped and painted smokestack.

Surgeon G.P. Lumsden inspected ship in accordance with United States Navy Regulations Circular number 8, as did also Assistant Engineer Moritz.

Draught of ship forward 12 feet 9 inches, aft 16 feet 2 inches.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with drizzling rain all watch.

Light breezes from ENE to East.

Ensign R.H. Jackson made weekly inspection of hull in accordance with United States Navy Regulations Circular number 8.

By order of Commanding Officer Ensign H.A. Field was relieved from watch for one week, for neglect of duty.

At 5.45pm had evening quarters and setting up drill.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and rainy, light breeze to light airs from SE.


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4am to 8am:


Starboard Engine

Port Engine

Time

Indicator

Difference

Average Revolutions

Steam

Time

Indicator

Difference

Average Revolutions

Steam

6.00

543809




6.00

75235



108

6.15

544792

983

65.4

107

6.15

76277

1042

69.5

109

6.30

546324

1532

102.1

111

6.30

77800

1523

101.5

115

6.45

547900

1576

105.0

112

6.45

79373

1573

104.9

118

7.00

549510

1610

107.3

115

7.00

80985

1612

107.5

120

7.15

551025

1515

101.0

106

7.15

82479

1494

99.6

112

7.30

552266

1241

82.6

106

7.30

83748

1269

84.6

112

7.45

553350

1084

72.3

115

7.45

84942

1194

79.6

118

8.00

554792

1442

96.1

100

8.00

86339

1397

93.2

106


8am to meridian:


Starboard Engine

Port Engine

Time

Counter

Difference

Average Revolutions

Steam

Time

Counter

Difference

Average Revolutions

Steam

8.00

554792




8.00

86339




8.15

555936

1144

76.3

100

8.15

87485

1146

76.4

105

8.30

557034

1098

73.2

102

8.30

88580

1095

73.0

106

8.45

558186

1152

76.8

113

8.45

89742

1162

77.5

117

9.00

559440

1254

80.7

107

9.00

90982

1240

80.3

109

9.15

560630

1190

79.3

107

9.15

92153

1171

78.1

108

9.30

561729

1099

73.3

103

9.30

93268

1115

74.3

107

9.45

562546

817

54.5

115

9.45

94396

1128

75.2

120

10.00

564185

1639

109.3

104

10.00

95708

1312

87.5

107

10.15

565288

1103

73.5

100

10.15

96818

1110

74.0

105

10.30

566400

1112

74.1

100

10.30

97914

1096

73.1

105

10.45

567414

1014

69.6

100

10.45

98952

1038

69.3

105

11.00

568460

1046

69.7

100

11.00

99972

1020

68.0

105

11.15

569600

1140

76.0

100

11.15

101107

1135

75.7

105

11.30

570610

1010

67.3

95

11.30

102114

1007

67.1

100

11.45

571590

980

65.3

110

11.45

102976

862

57.5

111

12.00

572785

1195

79.7

100

12.00

104206

1230

82.0

104


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15 April 1894

Moored to buoy, Seattle, Washington

Lat 47.60, Long -122.35


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy, rainy and wet.

Light SE airs.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy first part, then clearing, cool

Light airs from SE.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from WSW and WNW.

At 10.00am Captain inspected ship and crew at quarters.

At 11.00am representatives of the Seattle Y.M.C.A. held a service on quarter deck.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy.

Light to gentle breeze from West to WNW.

Sent a large liberty party on shore.

Many visitors on board.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Light NW breezes.

Many visitors on board.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy, then overcast, light airs to light breeze from NNE to NE.


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16 April 1894

At Seattle, Washington

Lat 47.60, Long -122.35


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, cool weather.

Light airs from NE to ENE.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp, occasional light drizzle.

Barometer rising.


8am to meridian:

Drizzling first part of watch, clearing at close [of watch].

Light airs to light breeze from ESE to West by North.

Passed Assistant Paymaster Webster reported for duty as the relief of Paymaster J.R. Martin, who is directed by telegraphic orders of the 11th of this month to "make necessary transfers to Passed Assistant Paymaster Webster, including public funds, regard yourself detached from Yorktown. Report for duty at Puget Sound Station. Settle accounts Yorktown".

The transfer was accordingly effected.

At 9.30am inspected and mustered at quarters, absentees: J. Leader, Painter, H.R. Barker, Apprentice Third-class, William McKay, Master-at-Arms Third-class, J. Davies, Boiler Maker, J. Washington, Ordinary Seaman, and E.F. Hennessey, Mess Attendant.

The divisions were given the setting up exercise, pointing drill, and then all gun divisions were drilled at small arms.

The First Division commenced quarterly target practice at army B target erected on a float.

By order of Commanding Officer placed Charles Hudson, Coal Passer, in solitary confinement on bread and water for 5 days, for being drunk on duty.

W. McKay, Master-at-Arms Third-class, and J. Davies, Boiler Maker, returned on board 2½ hours over time.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from WSW first hour, calms and light airs from south last three hours.

Tested all electrical alarms and left them in working order.

Drilled recruits in small arms and 2nd Division of Engineer's force in great guns.

2nd Division engaged in quarterly small arm practice.

The following men were given full appointments in the ratings as follows: from July 22, 1893, Steven Jorna Boatswain's Mate Second-class; John Tillander Boatswain's Mate Second-class; Jens K. Petersen Coxswain; Frank Higgins Coxswain; Lary Young Coxswain; Charles F. Petterson Coxswain; James Lynch Oiler; Valentine Blanchard Water Tender; Thomas Casey Water Tender; John Martinsen Gunner's Mate Third-class; Clement Olsen Gunner's Mate Third-class; Patrick J. Kane Gunner's Mate Third-class; Anseric E. Lowe Gunner's Mate First-class; John J. Holden Gunner's Mate First-class; from July 17, 1893, John Turner Carpenter's Mate; Andrew Carlson Chief Carpenter's Mate; Felix Jonas Carpenter's Mate Third-class; David Bolger Blacksmith; John Morean Oiler; Charles F. Face Apothecary; John H. Costain Machinist; from May 1st, 1893, John Murnane Gunner's Mate Second-class; from Oct 30, 1893, John W. Svenson Blacksmith; from April 1st, 1893, Thorn Carlsen Sailmaker's Mate; and William Thornton, Yeoman.

In accordance with provision of Chapter 20, Articles 795 and 796, of the Regulations for the Government of the Navy, approved April 25, 1893.


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4pm to 8pm:

Received on board the following stores from Puget Sound Machine Company for the Engineering Department, namely: 100 fire bricks; 2 bags fire clay; 5 gallons lard oil; and 125 pounds cotton waste.

Served out clean hammocks at evening quarters.

Absentees: J. Leader, Painter, H.R. Barker, Apprentice Third-class, J. Washington, Ordinary Seaman, and Edward Hennessey, Mess Attendant.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light to gentle breeze from SSW to South.

Passed Assistant Paymaster E.B. Webster left ship on two days' leave of absence.


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17 April 1894

At Seattle, Washington

Lat 47.60, Long -122.35


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool, obscure moonlight.

Light breezes from SE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and drizzling.

Gentle breeze to light airs from SSE to SE by South.

J. Washington, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board 24 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, drizzling rain at intervals.

Light breeze from SE to SSE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Absentees: J. Leader, Painter, H.R. Barker, Apprentice Third-class, and E.F. Hennessey, Mess Attendant.

All the divisions were exercised at setting up drill, after which the 2nd Division had small arms target practice under the supervision of the Officer of the Deck.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Pacific Meat Company the following fresh provisions: 100 pounds fresh beef; 100 pounds vegetables; and 80 pounds bread.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and rainy.

Light to fresh breezes in squalls from SSE and South.

Received in Engineering's Department from Puget Sound Machine Company: 90 feet of lumber.

Drilled recruits in small arms and Marine Guard in great guns.

Commenced target practice with 4th Division as per orders 14 and 15B of November, but weather becoming squally and rainy, ceased firing and brought in targets.

A.A. Nordstrom doing extra duty as boat keeper.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy, drizzling rain at intervals.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SSE to South.

H.R. Barker, Apprentice, and E.F. Hennessey, Mess Attendant, returned 34 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Light to gentle breezes from SSE to South, coming in occasional squalls.


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18 April 1894

At Seattle, Washington

Lat 47.60, Long -122.35


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light Southerly breezes.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SSE.


8am to meridian:

Partially clear and pleasant.

Light airs from South to SE.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters, J. Leader, Painter, and A.D. Laing, Ship's Writer, absent without leave.

At 9.43am sounded call to general quarters, divisions ready as follows: 1st [Division] 3 minutes 25 seconds; 2nd [Division] 3 minutes 45 seconds; 3rd [Division] 4 minutes 15 seconds; 4th [Division] 3 minutes 10 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 2 minutes 5 seconds; Powder [Division] 4 minutes 10 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 0 seconds; and Marines 0 minutes 55 seconds.

Secured at 10 hours 15 minutes 25 seconds: 1st [Division] 1 minute 40 seconds; 2nd [Division] 2 minutes 30 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 25 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 55 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 35 seconds; Powder [Division] 3 minutes 0 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 0 minutes 55 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 45 seconds.

Inspected flood cocks and found them in good order.

J.T. Bush, Apprentice Second-class, returned on board 2 hours over time.

4th Division engaged in target practice per Bureau of Navigation Circular number 14 and number 15.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded: J. Washington, Ordinary Seaman, 25 hours over liberty, reduced to 4th conduct class; H.R. Barker, Apprentice, and E.F. Hennessey, Mess Attendant, 34 hours over liberty, reduced to 4th conduct class; J.T. Bush, Apprentice Second-class, 2 hours over liberty, to lose one liberty.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light SE breezes.

Powder Division engaged in target practice, 300 yards, B target.

Exercised 2nd section Engineer's [Division] at small arms, signal class at signals.

The appointment of G.H. Grendle as Paymaster's Clerk was revoked by the Honorable Secretary of the Navy and W.O. Caine appointed in his stead, both to date from 16th of this month.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs from SE by East.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters, same men absent as in forenoon.

Made preparations for sea.

C.A. Barnes, Apprentice Second-class, stood extra watch by order of Commanding Officer; also A.A. Nordstrom doing extra watch duty as boat keeper.

Exercised apprentices in night signals.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp, occasional bright moonlight breaking through clouds.

Southeasterly airs and breezes.


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19 April 1894

At Seattle, Washington, and at New Whatcom [New Whatcomb in log-book], Washington

Lat 48.35, Long -122.82 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy, moon visible at times, light airs to light breeze from ESE.

At 2 o'clock started fires under boilers C and B.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light airs from SE to ESE, calm last hour.

At 7.45am slipped moorings and stood out of harbor under conn of Commanding Officer.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Pacific Meat Company: 100 pounds fresh beef; 80 pounds bread; and 100 pounds vegetables.

At 7.52am put over patent log, reading 64.4.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Light Southerly airs.

Standing down [Puget] Sound under [in in log-book] conn of Captain.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, J. Leader, Painter, A.D. Laing, Ship's Writer, and P. Shmidt, Coal Passer, absent over time.

Exercised divisions: Powder and 2nd [Divisions] great guns; 1st and 4th [Divisions] small arms; 3rd and Navigator's [Divisions] single sticks; Marines at infantry.

At 9.40am off Point No Point.

At 10.30am off Marrowstone Point, strong tide rips.

At 10.55am off Point Wilson, strong tide rips.

At 11.18am Partridge Point on starboard beam bearing NE by North, distant 1.6 miles, set course North by W¾W.

At end of watch Minor Island beacon bore S½W, distant about 1½ miles.

Punishments inflicted by Captain as follows: E. Hannis, Seaman, disrespect to Officer of Deck, 2 days' double irons; J. Bauer, Mess Attendant, making noise in messroom in morning watch, carry hammock for one hour.

E. Hannis, Seaman, was put in double irons for 48 hours.

Draft forward 12 feet 8 inches, 16 feet 2 inches aft.

Average steam 112 [pounds], revolutions 102.2.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

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

In Rosario Strait, Bellingham Channel and Bellingham Bay under conn of Commanding Officer.

At 12.49pm Belle Rock visible and abeam.

At 1.12pm East point Cypress Island abeam.

At 1.42pm Eliza Rock abeam.

The Marine Guard were given instruction in great guns, recruits were instructed in small arms.

Overhauled battery.

At 2.30pm anchored off New Whatcom in 5½ fathoms, clay bottom, 20 fathoms starboard chain.

At 3.30pm received lighter of Blue Canyon alongside and commenced coaling.

Getting under way at end of watch to swing ship.

Draft forward 12 feet 5 inches, aft 16 feet 1½ inches.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Light variable airs and breezes.

Barometer falling.

At 4.00pm got under way and began swinging ship [for compass deviations] in Bellingham Bay.

Coaling from lighter at same time.

At 4.45pm finished coaling, having received 20 tons 776 pounds coal.

At 5.00pm finished swinging ship, and at 5.05pm came to in 6¾ fathoms, veering to 25 fathoms starboard chain.

At 5.50pm a lighter of Fairhaven coal came alongside and old lighter left ship.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Light airs from ENE to ESE, then calm.

Ran searchlights and Ardois signals, the former in fair condition, the latter in good order.


New Whatcom is now known as Bellingham.


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20 April 1894

At New Whatcom, Washington, and at Seattle, Washington

Lat 48.03, Long -122.64 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather, bright moonlight.

Calm.

At 12.30am started fires under boiler D.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, heavy fog bank to seaward until 7.00am, when lifted.

Light variable airs.

At 5.30am began coaling, finished at 6.40am, having received 21 tons 1701 pounds of Fairhaven coal.

At 7.45am hove short, and at 7.55am hove up and stood to Southward under [in in log-book] conn of Captain.

Draft of ship 12 feet 10 inches forward, 16 feet 3 inches aft.

Expended 1 6-pounder saluting charge.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather, light breezes from South and NW.

Under way in Bellingham Bay, Bellingham Channel, Rosario Strait and Puget Sound under conn of the Commanding Officer and Navigator.

At 8.37am Eliza Rock abeam.

At 9.03am East point Cypress Island abeam.

By order of Commanding Officer released E. Hannis, Seaman.

At 9.24am Belle Rock abeam, log [reading] 56.9.

At 10.45am Partridge Point buoy abeam (log [reading] 71.5).

At 11.25am Admiralty Head light abeam.

At 11.32am Marrowstone Point abeam.

At end of watch Bush Point abeam, log [reading] 86.5.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters, absentees: A.D. Laing, Ships' Writer, J. Leader, Painter, and P. Shmidt, Coal Passer.

The divisions were given setting up exercise and pointing drill.

Afterwards called abandon ship, times as follows: whaleboat 2 minutes 10 seconds and 4 minutes 10 seconds; sailing launch 2 minutes 45 seconds and 2 minutes 20 seconds; gig 3 minutes 12 seconds and 3 minutes 22 seconds; steam launch 3 minutes 48 [seconds] and 3 minutes 40 seconds; 1st cutter 3 minutes 59 seconds and 3 minutes 10 seconds; and 2nd cutter 4 minutes 15 seconds and 4 minutes 2 seconds.

At 10.33am fire party called away, boats provided and equipped: 1st cutter 4 minutes 24 seconds; 2nd cutter 3 minutes 40 seconds.

Sighted U.S.S. "Mohican" and U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" at anchor at Port Townsend.

Average revolutions and steam pressures as per list [below].


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from WNW to SSW.

At 2.13pm hauled in patent log, reading 13.4.

Until 2.25pm steaming through Admiralty Inlet and Puget Sound.

Moored to buoy off Seattle at 2.25pm with 8 fathoms starboard chain.

The following is recorded of steam pressures and revolutions (as per list [below]).

A.A. Nordstrom, Seaman, was released from extra duty as boat keeper by order of Commanding Officer.

Heavy banked fires in all boilers.

Draft of ship 12 feet 8 inches forward and 16 feet 2 inches aft.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy.

Gentle to light breeze from SSW to NNE.

The following men were absent during quarters: A.D. Laing, Ship's Writer, J. Leader, Painter, P. Shmidt, Coal Passer, A. Hassler, Apprentice First-class, and E. Hannis, Seaman.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, light drizzling rain last hour.

Gentle to moderate breeze from North to ENE.


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8am to meridian:

The following are the average revolutions and steam pressures at 15 minutes intervals during the watch.


Starboard Engine

Port Engine

Time

Average Revolutions

Steam Pressure

Time

Average Revolutions

Steam Pressure

8.15

95.9

120

8.15

95.8

126

8.30

106.4

120

8.30

106.4

126

8.45

111.9

117

8.45

111.6

122

9.00

114.9

114

9.00

115.1

120

9.15

109.9

102

9.15

111.2

100

9.30

106.5

114

9.30

105.3

120

9.45

116.0

114

9.45

116.7

120

10.00

111.7

100

10.00

111.1

106

10.15

91.7

100

10.15

92.3

107

10.30

90.  

94

10.30

89.2

100

10.45

67.2

105

10.45

67.2

112

11.00

92.3

113

11.00

92.5

120

11.45

109.3

110

11.15

110.7

117

11.30

110.0

108

11.30

109.1

115

11.45

110.0

112

11.45

110.0

119

12.00

116.  

114

12.00

116.0

120


12pm to 4pm:

Record of average revolutions and steam pressures.


Starboard Engine

Port Engine

Time

Counter

Difference

Revolutions

Steam

Time

Counter

Difference

Revolutions

Steam

12.00

643780

-



12.00

175280




12.15

645550

1770

118   

115

12.15

177064

1784

118.9

120

12.30

647275

1725

115   

115

12.30

178774

1710

114.  

120

12.45

648880

1605

107   

107

12.45

180416

1642

109.5

112

1.00

650590

1710

114   

114

1.00

182096

1680

112.0

118

1.15

652256

1666

111   

109

1.15

183756

1660

110.7

115

1.30

653912

1656

110.4

113

1.30

185410

1654

110.3

119

1.45

655556

1644

109.7

114

1.45

187056

1646

109.7

118

2.00

657182

1626

108.4

114

2.00

188680

1624

108.3

120


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21 April 1894

At Seattle and Tacoma, Washington

Lat 48.12, Long -122.72 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Partially clear and cool, moonlight at times.

Light breezes from East.

A Pacific coast steamer came in to the dock.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy.

Light airs from ESE to WSW.

Received from the Pacific Meat Company the following fresh provisions: 100 pounds beef; 100 pounds vegetables; and 80 pounds bread.

Draft forward 11 feet 8 inches, aft 16 feet 2 inches.

P. Shmidt, Coal Passer, returned on board 48 hours over time.

Made preparations for getting under way, and at 7.45am let go of buoy and stood out of Seattle harbor under conn of the Commanding Officer for trial of Fairhaven coal in all boilers, natural draft.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy, drizzling rain at intervals first part, clearing away latter part.

Light to gentle breeze from NNW to NW.

At 10.52am steamed by and within hail of U.S.S. "Mohican" and U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross", at anchor in Port Townsend harbor.

At 11.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" signaled 5034.

Ran alongside and slowed, and Commanding Officer communicated with Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Mohican".

Charles Hudson, Coal Passer, was released from confinement, and J. Murray, Coal Passer, was placed in solitary confinement, on bread and water, for 5 days, for being drunk on duty, both by order of Commanding Officer.

The following is record of steam pressures and revolutions (as per list [below]).

Absentees: J. Leader, Painter, and A.D. Laing, Ship's Writer.

Draft of ship 12 feet 7 inches forward and 16 feet 1 inch aft.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light Westerly breezes.

Steaming to the Southward through Admiralty Inlet under conn of the Navigator.

Making steaming tests of Fairhaven coal, using four boilers, natural draft.

At 2.00pm ended coal tests.

At 2.30pm hauled in patent log, reading 86.0.

At 2.45pm stopped off Seattle, lowered boats, sent an officer ashore to communicate with the Governor of Washington, made preparations to receive the Governor with customary honors, but he could not be found.

At 2.50pm moored to harbor buoy.

Banked fires.

Draft forward 12 feet 7 inches, aft 16 feet 1 inch.

Revolutions of engines and steam pressure during coal tests (as per list [below]).

Passed Assistant Surgeon Lumsden made the weekly sanitary inspection.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from Pacific Meat Company: 100 pounds fresh beef; 100 pounds vegetables; 80 pounds bread.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from NW to NNW.

At 4.19pm got under way and started for Tacoma, Washington.

At 4.30pm put over patent log, reading 86.0.

At 6.13pm hauled in patent log, reading 9.0.

At 6.25pm moored to buoy off Tacoma.

Received from Pacific Meat Company of Seattle: 97½ pounds fresh beef; 97½ pounds fresh vegetables; and 78 pounds fresh bread.

Average revolutions of engine 124.5 and steam pressure 120 pounds.

Draft of ship 12 feet 7 inches forward and 16 feet 0 inches aft.


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8pm to midnight:

Bright starlight and moonlight.

Gentle to light breezes from Northward and Westward.

After communicating with Harbor Master it was found that the ship is moored to buoy number 2, which is anchored in 43 fathoms of water, with 60 fathoms of 1⅞-inch chain on a 10,000 pounds mushroom sinker, which latter is backed with a 1⅛-inch chain made fast on shore to prevent the mushroom sinker from dragging down the bottom, which slopes off shore at an angle of 18°.

Hauled fires from all boilers, except D.


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8am to meridian:


Starboard Engine

Port Engine

Time

Counter

Average Revolutions

Steam

Counter

Average Revolutions

Steam

8.00

660940


106

192440


112

8.15

662266

88.4

109

193760

88.  

115

8.30

663814

103.2

104

195320

104.  

110

8.45

665385

104.7

106

196888

104.5

112

9.00

666986

107.6

105

198488

107.6

111

9.15

668684

113.2

101

200186

113.2

106

9.30

670146

97.5

98

201656

98.  

104

9.45

671652

100.4

96

203179

101.5

102

10.00

673124

98.1

96

204682

96.0

102

10.15

674531

87.1

96

205996

87.6

102

10.30

675810

85.3

100

207264

84.5

105

10.45

677182

91.5

102

208630

91.1

108

11.00

678682

100.0

100

210132

100.1

107

11.15

679940

84.  

101

211348

81.1

108

11.30

681240

86.7

101

212650

86.7

107

11.45

682563

88.2

108

213967

87.4

114

12.00

683880

67.8

107

218264

86.5

113


Meridian to 4pm:


Starboard Engine

Port Engine

Time

Counter

Difference

Average Revolutions

Steam

Counter

Difference

Average Revolutions

Steam

12.00

683880




215264




12.15

685300

1420

94.7

108

216650

1386

92.4

114

12.30

686580

1280

85.3

107

217940

1290

86.0

113

12.45

688006

1426

95.  

104

219398

1458

97.2

110

1.00

689461

1455

97   

104

220864

1466

97.7

110

1.15

690911

1450

96.6

101

222306

1442

96.1

107

1.30

692308

1417

94.4

101

223728

1422

94.8

107

1.45

693743

1415

94.3

100

225143

1415

94.3

106

2.00

695178

1432

95.7

106

226576

1433

95.7

112


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22 April 1894

At Tacoma, Washington

Lat 47.27, Long -122.44


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from NW and NNW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SE by East first part and calm latter part.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light airs from North to NNW.

At 10.00am mustered at quarters, absent without leave: J. Leader, Painter, A.D. Laing, Ship's Writer, V. Blanchard, Water Tender, J. Sterling, First-class Fireman, G. Bendy, Coal Passer, H. Myles, Coal Passer, H. Smyth, Coal Passer, G. Coulter, Apprentice First-class, C.A. Carlson, Shipwright, F. Kinnier, Second-class Apprentice, L. Young, Coxswain, and J. Murnane, Gunner's Mate Second-class.

The Commanding Officer inspected the crew and ship.

Called all hands to muster, read Articles for the Government of the Navy, and published the following: United States Navy Circular number 56, general order number 421, general Court Martial orders number 97 to 104 and 1 to 26 inclusive.

Had general muster.

Numerous visitors on board.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light airs and breezes from NW to WNW.

Between 2000 and 3000 visitors on board during the afternoon.

Sent liberty party ashore.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, bright starlight latter part.

Light airs from Northward and Westward.

Many visitors on board, estimated at about 2500 for the afternoon.

C.A. Carlson, Shipwright, returned on board 9 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Calm.


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23 April 1894

At Tacoma, Washington

Lat 47.27, Long -122.44


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and hazy.

Light Southeasterly airs and breezes.

Barometer rising.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light airs from Southward and Eastward.

At 6.00am started fires in boiler C.

L. Young, Coxswain, returned aboard 22 hours over time, and J. Sterling, First-class Fireman, G. Bendy, Coal Passer, H. Myles, Coal Passer, S. Smyth, Coal Passer, G.R. Coulter, Apprentice, returned 24 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Partially clear and pleasant, hazy.

Light airs from East and NNE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised men at aiming and setting up drill, then exercised boats under sail.

Absentees: J. Leader, Painter, A.D. Laing, Ship's Writer, V. Blanchard, Water Tender, F. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, H. Jenkinson, Coal Passer, D. Bolger, Blacksmith, L. Peters, Second-class Fireman, E.R. Peacock, Landsman, H. Rasmussen, Seaman, J. Bauer, Mess Attendant, A. Olsen, Coxswain, J. Tillander, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, and P. Anthony, Private Marine.

E.R. Peacock, Landsman, returned on board 2 hours over time and was placed under charge of Master-at-Arms till sober.

A. Olsen, Coxswain, and H. Rasmussen, Seaman, returned on board 3 hours over time.

L. Peters, First-class Fireman, returned on board, drunk and disorderly, and was placed in irons for safe keeping by order of Commanding Officer.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light variable Westerly breezes.

Received in Engineering Department: 300 fire bricks; 340 pounds fire clay; 5 pounds plumbago.

F. Kinnier, Apprentice, returned on board 30 hours over time, D. Bolger, Blacksmith, and H. Jenkinson, Coal Passer, 6 hours over time, they were followed by Chief-of-Police, who claimed to have brought them to landing and who was paid a reward of $10 each.

J. Tillander, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, returned on board 6½ hours over time.

Exercised 1st section Engineer's Division at infantry and instructed recruits.

By order of Captain released E.R. Peacock, Landsman, from charge of Master-at-Arms, he being sober.

Ship crowded with visitors.

Passed Assistant Paymaster E.B. Webster left ship on 3 days' leave.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, hazy.

Light airs from West to SW.

By order of Commanding Officer released L. Peters, First-class Fireman.

Mustered at quarters at 4.45pm, J. Leader, Painter, A.D. Laing, Ship's Writer, J. Bauer, Mess Attendant, P. Anthony, Private Marine, and V. Blanchard, Water Tender, absent without leave.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine, bright starlight.

Calm and SE airs.

V. Blanchard, Water Tender, 36 hours over [time], and P. Anthony, Private Marine, 12 hours over [time] were brought on board by orderly Sergeant.

Tested searchlights and Ardois [signals].


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24 April 1894

At Tacoma and at Seattle, Washington

Lat 47.60, Long -122.35


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

Calm, then light airs from SE by East to ESE.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather, hazy around horizon.

Light airs from ESE, then calm.

At 5.03am got under way and stood out of Commencement Bay for Seattle.

At 5.07am put over patent log, reading 7.

At 7.30am hoisted distinguishing pennant and [signal] interrogatory 5573 to U.S.S. "Mohican", which was sighted lying at buoy in Seattle harbor.

At 7.37am hauled in patent log, reading 31.3.

At 7.42am, permission having been granted by U.S.S. "Mohican", moored to buoy in old berth with 7½ fathoms chain from starboard anchor.

At 7.50am U.S.S. "Mohican" hoisted Senior Officer pennant.


8am to meridian:

Hazy, pleasant weather.

Light Westerly breezes.

Captain paid an official visit to U.S.S. 'Mohican".

Received from U.S.S. "Mohican" in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 975 pounds saltwater soap; 200 yards flannel; received in Construction [Department]: one diving apparatus, complete; in Equipment [Department], exempted [classes]: 1 armature.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, J. Leader, Painter, A.D. Laing, Ship's Writer, and J. Bauer, Mess Attendant, absent over time.

Exercised landing force at infantry.

At 10.30am received an official visit from Captain of U.S.S. "Mohican".


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy.

Gentle breeze from NW.

The Marine Guard were instructed in gunnery and recruits at small arms.

Sent a large liberty party on shore.

A number of visitors on board.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and hazy.

Gentle NW breezes.

Received in Engineering Department: 100 grate bars; and 2 barrels oil.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters, absentees as in forenoon watch.

J. Sharp, Seaman, and William Waite, Apprentice, ran from 7.30pm boat.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm.

At 9.30pm Lieutenant A.B. Speyers shot himself in the left leg with a Colt's Navy revolver.


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25 April 1894

At Seattle, Washington

Lat 47.60, Long -122.35


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and light airs from SSE first three hours and from NW last hour.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, fine weather.

Light Northerly airs and calm.

Barometer falling.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 97½ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 78 pounds fresh bread.

At 7.20am W. Waite, Apprentice, who had jumped the running boat the night of the 24th, returned on board and by order of Captain was placed under charge of sentry to await investigation.

At 6.55am U.S.S. "Mohican" made uniform and time signal geographic 6154.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, gentle to light breeze from NW by West to West by North.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absentees: J. Leader, Painter, A.D. Laing, Ship's Writer, J. Bauer, Mess Attendant, William Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman, S.L. McQuay, Landsman, G.L. Kerr, Seaman, R. Williams, Seaman, A.E. Lowe, Gunner's Mate First-class, and J. Sharp, Seaman.

Had setting up drill and pointing drill.

The divisions were then drilled as follows: 1st and 4th [Divisions] instructions in gunnery; 2nd [Division] great guns; 3rd and Navigator's [Divisions] single sticks; Powder Division great guns; and Marines bayonet exercise.

A Medical Board, of which Surgeon D.O. Lewis was senior member, met on board to survey Lieutenant A.B. Speyers, U.S. Navy.

M. Gleason, Boiler Maker, returned on board 1½ hours over time, also William Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman, 3½ hours over time.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from WNW to NW.

Barometer falling.

R. Williams, Seaman, and G.L. Kerr, Seaman, returned on board 6¼ hours over time.

Lieutenant A.B. Speyers was transferred to care of Marine Hospital Surgeon, Providence Hospital, Seattle, Washington, upon the recommendation of Board of Survey which met on board this ship this morning.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly clear first half, threatening to the Southward and Westward, with falling barometer, minimum barometer at 6 o'clock.

At 7.45pm wind came out from South by West to SW in fresh stiff squalls, accompanied by lightning and thunder.

Moderating last hour, with slowly rising barometer.

S.C. McQuay, Landsman, returned on board 12½ hours over time.

J. Sharp, Seaman, who left the first cutter yesterday without permission, returned on board, by order of Commanding Officer he was placed under sentry's charge.

Absent at evening quarters: J. Leader, Painter, A.D. Laing, Ship's Writer, J. Bauer, Mess Attendant, S.C. McQuay, Landsman, A.E. Lowe, Gunner's Mate Second-class, and J. Sharp, Seaman.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, drizzling rain last two hours.

Light to gentle breeze from SE to ESE.

A.E. Lowe, Gunner's Mate First-class, returned on board 13½ hours over time.


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26 April 1894

At Seattle, Washington, and at New Whatcom [New Whatcomb in log-book], Washington

Lat 47.60, Long -122.35


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with heavy rain.

Light Southeasterly breezes.

At 12.00am started fires in boiler A.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and rainy.

Light to moderate breeze from South to SE.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made time and uniform signal geographic 6154.

At 7.45am U.S.S. "Mohican" got under way and stood out of port.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, drizzling rain.

Light to gentle breeze from SE by South.

No drills on account of inclemency of weather.

By order of Commanding Officer released J. Murray, Coal Passer, from confinement, and T. Dalton, First-class Fireman, was placed in solitary confinement for 5 days, for being drunk on duty.

At 11.30am the United States Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Bear" came in and moored to buoy.

At 11.35am fired a 6-pounder saluting charge and hoisted general recall.

At 11.50am got under way.

At 11.58am put over patent log, reading 31.3.

Draft of ship 12 feet 6 inches forward and 16 feet 0 inches aft.

Received from Schwabacker [Swabacker in log-book] Hardware Company of Seattle the following stores in Department of Steam Engineering: 12 hand lamps; 95 pounds tallow; 20 pounds plumbago; 20 gallons boiled oil; 10 gallons turpentine; 100 pounds white lead; 200 pounds red lead; 50 rubber grommets ⅜-inch; 50 rubber grommets ⅝-inch; 2 tube brushes; and 400 pounds cotton waste.

Absentees: A.D. Laing, Ship's Writer, and John Bauer, Mess Attendant.

By order of the Commanding Officer J. Leader, Painter, was this day declared a deserter from April 16th.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, with drizzling rain.

Moderate to gentle breezes from Southward and Eastward.

Standing to the Northward through Admiralty Inlet and into entrance of Rosario Straits under conn of the Navigator.

At 3.22pm, when near Partridge Point bell buoy, set course North by W¾W (per standard compass), patent log reading 71.3.

At end of watch Smith Island lighthouse bore SSW¼W (per standard compass), distant about 4 miles.

Average revolutions during watch 100.3, steam pressure 117.5 [pounds].

Served out clothing and small stores.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy, drizzling rain.

Light to moderate breeze from ESE to East by South.

At 6.10pm hauled in patent log, reading 3.9.

At 6.25pm dropped starboard anchor in 7 fathoms water, muddy bottom, and veered to 35 fathoms chain.

Draft of ship 12 feet 4 inches forward and 10 feet 0 inches aft.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, with drizzling rain.

Light airs from Southward and Eastward and calm.


New Whatcom is now known as Bellingham.


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27 April 1894

At New Whatcom, Washington

Lat 48.74, Long -122.51


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, with drizzling rain.

Light airs and breezes from SSE and South.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light airs to gentle breeze from SSE.

At 7.50am a lighter, containing about 100 tons of Blue Canyon [Canon in log-book] coal, came alongside.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, with drizzling rain.

Light to gentle breezes from SSE and South.

Coaling ship.

Received during watch about 115 tons Blue Canyon coal, coaling with basket on one side and cargo boom on other side of ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Rainy weather.

Light airs to gentle breezes from South by East to SW by South.

After 1.30pm coaling ship with baskets and cargo boom from lighter.

During watch received 51 tons 182 pounds, making a total of 165 tons 1880 pounds received today.

At 2.15pm sighted the Fish Commission steamer U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" standing into harbor.

Exchanged distinguishing pennants, U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" then made [signal international] L.F.J., answered V.J.D.

At 2.55pm she anchored near coal dock.

Received on board B. Lynch, Private Marine, brought up on U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" and absent without leave since 31st of last month, having left ship without permission at Mare Island Navy Yard.

By authority of Navy Department discharged H. Jenkinson, Coal Passer, at his own request, he agreeing to wave claims of transportation to Atlantic coast.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with drizzling rain.

Light to gentle Southwesterly breezes.

At 5.15pm finished coaling ship, having received a total of 176 tons bituminous coal, 13 tons of which was put in bags and stowed on quarterdeck.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with rain first part.

Light to moderate breezes in squalls from South by West.

Barometer rising.


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28 April 1894

At New Whatcom, Washington

Lat 48.74, Long -122.51


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light breezes from South by West to SE.

Barometer rising.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, with mist and occasional drizzling rain.

Light to moderate Southeasterly breezes in light squalls.

Transferred to U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross", for passage to U.S.S. "Mohican", J.A. Jorgensen, a straggler from the latter vessel, who reported on board U.S.S. "Yorktown" at Seattle, April 26th.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and rainy.

Gentle to stiff breeze from SE to SE by East.

Chief Engineer A.B. Bates, Lieutenant H.F. Fickbohm and Surgeon Lumsden made inspections required by Navy Regulation Circular number 8.

Received the following stores for use of crew: 77 pounds fresh bread; 96¼ pounds fresh beef; 96¼ pounds vegetables.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, rainy and squally.

Gentle to fresh wind in puffs, from SE by East.

At 3.00pm U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" made [signal] international M.L.J., answered V.J.D.

At 3.12pm U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" got under way and stood out.

Clearing weather last hour.

By order of Commanding Officer the following named men were declared deserters from the United States Naval Service, namely: A.D. Laing, Ship's Writer First-class, from April 18th, and J. Bauer, Mess Attendant, from April 23rd.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and rainy, clearing last hour.

Wind in moderate squalls from SE by East to SE.

Received from R.J. Morse: 3 dozen corn brooms in Equipment Department.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Barometer rising.

Gentle SSE breeze.


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29 April 1894

At New Whatcom, Washington

Lat 48.74, Long -122.51


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy, gentle breeze from South by West.


4am to 8am:

Partly clear and cool.

Gentle breezes from South by West to SE.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with light rain first half.

Light to moderate wind from SE to West by South.

At 10.00am Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters, after which called all hands to muster and published General Court Martial orders 27, 28 and 29.

Rainy last hour of watch.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, light passing showers first half.

Moderate to stiff squalls from SSE to SSW.

Gentle breeze last hour from SW.

Many visitors on board.


4pm to 8pm:

Clearing weather.

Gentle SW breeze.

Ship crowded with visitors.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold, moderate squalls from South to SW by South.


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30 April 1894

At New Whatcom and Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.09, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from South to SE.

Started fires under boilers B and D at 2.00am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine.

Light Southeasterly breezes.

Making preparations for sea.

Hove short at 7.30am, and 7.50am stood out under [in in log-book] conn of Captain.

Draft 14 feet 3 inches forward, aft 16 feet 6 inches.

Boilers A, B and D.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cool.

Light airs and breezes from South to SSE, coming in moderate squalls second hour.

Standing down channel for Port Townsend.

At 10.30am sighted U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" standing to Northward and Westward.

At 11.45am hoisted this vessel's distinguishing pennant and U.S.S. "Mohican" displayed her pennant.

At 11.55am made [signal] interrogatory 1211, U.S.S. "Mohican" made affirmative.

At 12.00pm anchored in 11 fathoms water and veered to 37 fathoms on starboard.

Bearings at anchorage, ship's head S½W: Point Hudson N½W, North tangent Marrowstone Island ENE¼E.

Steam 118 [pounds], revolutions 100, using 3 boilers.

Drills: setting up and aiming drill; then 1st Division instruction great guns; 2nd single sticks; and 3rd and 4th Divisions infantry.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant weather.

Light airs from NE first part and from North to West last part.

The Captain of the Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" called upon Commanding Officer.

Tested all bells and alarms and left them in working order.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Gentle breezes from West to WSW.

At 4.15am the Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "[Oliver] Wolcott" ["Walcott" in log-book] came in and anchored.

At 4.45am U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" came in and, having exchanged signals with U.S.S. "Mohican", anchored near that vessel.

Made by wigwag to U.S.S. "Mohican" "Please fix uniform for tonight".

Answer "Social full dress".


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from WSW to SW by West.

Tested searchlights and Ardois signaling lights and found them in good working order.


Approved: [signed] W.M. Folger, Commander U.S. Navy Commanding



LOGS FOR MAY 1894


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1 May 1894

At Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.09, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool, bright starlight.

Light breezes from West and WSW.

Clouding over last hour of watch.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, light passing shower last hour.

Light breeze from WSW.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made [signal] geographic 6157.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from North by East to NE by North.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Drilled landing party.

By order of Commanding Officer T. Dalton, Second-class Fireman, was released from confinement, and A.M. Wilkinson, First-class Fireman, was placed in solitary confinement on bread and water for 5 days, for being drunk on duty.

The Commanding Officers of U.S.S. "Mohican" and Revenue cutters U.S.R.C. "Bear" and U.S.R.C. "Grant" called upon Commanding Officer.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cool.

Light breeze from North to NNW.

At 2.15pm U.S.S. "Alert" entered port and anchored near this vessel.

At 1.40pm the Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "[Oliver] Wolcott" ["Walcott" in log-book] left port, standing to the Westward.

At 3.50pm made general signal interrogatory 2984, U.S.S. "Mohican" answered affirmative.

The Marine Guard was given instruction at the secondary battery.

The recruits were drilled with small arms.

Received from Equipment Officer, Navy Yard, Mare Island, through U.S.S. "Alert", the following stores: 6 dozen corn brooms; 6 trysail ladders; 5 water ewers; 1 set hammock clothes; 6 wash basins; 2 dish pans; 12 spools cotton; 12 papers needles; 500 pounds blacksmith's coal; 4 chamois skins; 50 fishing hooks; 25 pounds insect powder; 20 yards linen [raven's] duck; 2 gross safety matches; and 2 spittoons, silver plated.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from NW to SW.

The Commanding Officers of U.S.S. "Alert" and U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" called upon Commanding Officer.


8pm to midnight:

Bright starlight.

Light to gentle breezes from Westward and Southward.

Sent this ship's distinguishing pennant (number 17 red-white) to U.S.S. "Mohican".


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2 May 1894

At Port Townsend, Washington [and at sea]

Lat 48.25, Long -122.94 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from SW to SW by West.

Two steamers came in.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs from South to SSW.

At 7.45am signaled interrogatory 4820 and U.S.S. "Mohican" answered in the affirmative.

At 7.50am got under way and stood out of Port Townsend for target practice.

Draft of ship 13 feet 11 inches forward and 16 feet 6 inches aft.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to light Southwesterly breezes.

Standing to the Northward and Westward in the Straits of Juan de Fuca.

At 10.00am anchored on 15 Fathoms Bank, about 5½ miles SW of Smith Island light.

Placed target and observers' boats and had target practice with secondary (1500 yards) and main (2000 yards) battery.

Wind, weather and sea conditions for practice good.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm first hour, then light airs and breezes from SW.

Continued target practice with main battery till 12.45pm, when shifted target, maneuvering boats and ship till 3.30pm, when started firing at target distant 1750 yards.

At end of watch steaming between observation boats and firing with main battery, speed 10 to 11 knots.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, cloudy latter part.

Light breezes from Southward and Westward.

Under way, having target practice.

At 5.15pm finished target practice, picked up target and boats.

Stood to the Southward and Eastward for Port Townsend, where at 6.50pm anchored in 10 fathoms of water, clay bottom, with 40 fathoms on port anchor.

Bearings (magnetic) of anchorage: Point Hudson N½W, Marrowstone Point ENE½E.

Ship's draft forward 13 feet 8 inches, aft 16 feet 4½ inches.

At 6.45pm made general signal interrogatory 1211, U.S.S. "Mohican" answered affirmative.

Transferred to U.S.S. "Adams": 2 Remington, 10 gauge, shotguns; and 2 boxes (1000 rounds) of ammunition for same.

Banked fires in boilers A, B and D.

Expended during day at target practice the following ammunition: 50 6-inch common shell for breech loading rifle; 50 reduced charges for 6-inch breech loading rifle; 50 vent-sealing primers; 39 1-pounder common shell; 40 3-pounder common shell; 40 6-pounder common shell; and 40 37 mm Hotchkiss revolving cannon common shell.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle to moderate breezes from West.

Allowed fires to die out in [boilers] B and C.


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3 May 1894

At Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.09, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light west breeze.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with rain, clearing latter part.

Light airs from ENE first hour, then from ESE.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from Evans Brothers and Company, Port Townsend, and issued to crew: 97½ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables; and 78 pounds fresh bread.

At 7.00am and 7.55am U.S.S. "Mohican" made respectively the following general signals: geographic 6154 and 6144.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool, raining at intervals.

Light to gentle breezes from SE and SE by East.

At 9.30am sounded call to general quarters and exercised divisions, times as follows: 1st Division 3 minutes 45 seconds; 2nd [Division] 3 minutes 40 seconds; 3rd [Division] 2 minutes 45 seconds; 4th [Division] 3 minutes 30 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 20 seconds; Powder [Division] 3 minutes 50 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 2 minutes 0 seconds; and Marines 1 minute 5 seconds.

Secured at 9 hours 56 minutes 50 seconds: 1st Division 1 minute 30 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 20 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 25 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 40 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 2 minutes 0 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 45 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 0 minutes 55 seconds; and Marines 0 minutes 50 seconds.

The Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Grant" stood to Southward.

At 10.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made signal to this vessel to take guard duty for day.

Tested flood cocks and found them in working order.

The Commanding Officer paid official visit to U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross".


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and raw.

Moderate to gentle ESE breeze.

Barometer falling.

At 1.30pm made [signal] interrogatory 2984, U.S.S. "Mohican" answered affirmative, when piped down scrubbed clothes and canvas.

At 1.45pm U.S.S. "Mohican" signaled "Allow no more liberty to crew".

Exercised Marines at bayonet drill.

Instructed recruits.

Captain of U.S.S. "Adams" paid an official visit to ship.

At 3.45pm coast survey steamer U.S.C. & G.S.S."[Thomas R.] Gedney" passed by outside.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, cool, with drizzling rain at times.

Gentle breezes from East by South, shifting to WNW and falling calm last hour.

Lieutenant T.H. Stevens reported on board for duty as Executive Officer of this vessel, by order of Acting Secretary of the Navy, dated 26 of last month.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Light airs from West to SW.

Barometer falling.

Light drizzle.


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4 May 1894

At Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.09, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and raining.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty, drizzling rain at times.

Light airs from SSE first two hours, then wind hauled to WNW.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from Evans Brothers and Company: 97½ pounds fresh beef; 94½ pounds vegetables; and 78 pounds bread.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made time and dress signal affirmative 6184.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Calm and Easterly airs, shifting to North last hour.

At 9.40am mustered at quarters and exercised at aiming drill.

At 10.10am called away all boats for exercise.

1st and 2nd cutter raced around U.S.S. "Iroquois", 2nd cutter winning.

At 11.00am U.S.S. "Adams" got under way and stood up sound in obedience to a signal, to proceed to "Tacoma".

By order of Captain placed William Waite, Apprentice Second-class, J. Sharp, Seaman, B. Lynch, Private Marine, and C.E. Sandrowsky, Oiler, in double irons under sentry's charge, in accordance with the following list of punishments awarded: H.R. Barker, Apprentice Third-class, leaving boat without permission, 4 hours' extra duty in boat; William Waite, Apprentice Second-class, and J. Sharp, Seaman, leaving boat while ashore on duty, without permission, 4 days' double irons on full rations; B. Lynch, Private Marine, leaving ship without permission, 10 days' double irons on full ration; C.A. Barnes and H.R. Barker, Apprentice Third-class, late hammocks, the former 1 hour with hammock, the latter 2 hours' boat duty; D. Gamero, Mess Attendant, slow in obeying orders, 2 hours with hammock; C.E. Sandrowsky, Oiler, not obeying orders of Machinist of the watch, 5 days' double irons on bread and water; J. Burke, Coal Passer, not obeying orders promptly, 5 days' solitary confinement.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, gentle breeze from WNW to West.

At 1.30pm U.S.S. "Alert" came in and anchored, having made her number when off Point Wilson.

3rd section Engineer's Division instructed at great guns and recruits instructed in manual of arms.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Mohican" visited this ship.

A Medical Survey, of which Surgeon G.P. Lumsden is senior member, met at the Marine Hospital on shore to survey A.H. Bechtle, Ordinary Seaman, one of the ship's crew.

Shipped Charles King as Mess Attendant.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Light to moderate Westerly winds.

At 5.30pm exercised at fire quarters.

Divisions ready as follows: 1st [Division] 1 minute 35 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 43 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 5 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 10 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 0 minutes 50 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 15 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 0 minutes 55 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 50 seconds.

Secured as follows: 1st Division 1 minute 8 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 0 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 5 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 8 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 0 minutes 45 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 2 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 0 minutes 50 and Marines 0 minutes 45 seconds.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, rainy last half.

Light airs to light breeze from West to NW.

C.A. Barnes, Apprentice Second-class, carried hammock one hour and D. Gamero, Mess Attendant, carried hammock two hours, in accordance with the Commanding Officer's order of this date.


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5 May 1894

At Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.09, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and drizzling rain.

Gentle to moderate breeze from East to NE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, drizzling and wet.

Light NE breeze.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 97½ pounds each fresh beef; and vegetables and 78 pounds bread.

At 6.55am U.S.S. "Mohican" made [signal] geographic 6157.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, drizzling until last hour, then clearing.

Light breeze from NE to NNE.

Engaged breaking out holds for inspection.

Lieutenant W.A. Gill made usual weekly inspection required by Navy Regulations Circular number 8.

Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Bear" got under way and stood out of port, and at 10.50am U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" left.

Received from C. Bartlett and Company: 6 barrels of lard oil, for use in Engineering Department.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant first part, becoming overcast latter part.

Light airs to light breeze from North to WNW.

Aired bedding.

H.R. Barker, Apprentice Third-class, was given 1½ hours' extra duty as boat keeper, in compliance with Commanding Officer's order of May 4th.

Enlisted this day W. McDonald, Landsman, and W. Clark, Coal Passer.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, wind in moderate to fresh squalls from WNW to West by South.

Passed Assistant Engineer Pickerell made the inspection in the Engineering Department required by Navy Regulations Circular number 8.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, squally latter part.

Gentle to stiff breeze from West to West by South.


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6 May 1894

At Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.09, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, but pleasant, starlight at intervals.

Light to moderate breezes in light squalls from West by South.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy, wind in moderate to stiff squalls from West by South to WSW.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from Evans Brothers and Company: 97½ pounds fresh beef; 97½ pounds fresh vegetables; and 78 pounds bread.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made time and uniform signal geographic 1211.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Gentle to moderate breeze from West by South.

At 10.00am Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.

By order of Commanding Officer A.M. Wilkinson, First-class Fireman, was released from confinement, and J. Burke, Coal Passer, was placed in solitary confinement on bread and water for 4 days, for not obeying orders promptly.

After quarters held general muster, read Articles of War and published Pacific Station general orders numbers 1 and 2 and Pacific Station Court Marital order number 1.

Passed Assistant Paymaster E.B. Webster was placed under suspension by order of Commanding Officer, for being absent without leave at general muster.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather, cool.

Light to gentle breezes from West and West by South.

At the request of the Captain, a Board of Officers, of which Lieutenant H.F. Fickbohm is senior member, ordered by the Senior Officer present, met on board this vessel, in compliance with Article 1042, United States Navy Regulations, and the keys of Paymaster's store rooms were delivered to the senior member of the above board, and a sentry was posted over such others of the Paymaster's store rooms as were without lock and key.

The balance of punishment awarded to C.E. Sandrowsky, Oiler, on the 4th of this month, was to have been remitted this day, but in consequence of an additional report the Captain continued the original punishment.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from NW by West.

By order of the Commanding Officer J. Sharp, Seaman, and William Waite, Apprentice Second-class, were released from confinement.

The Board of Officers, of which Lieutenant H.F. Fickbohm is senior member, which was in session on board this afternoon, adjourned at 4.30pm, to meet tomorrow at 9.30am.

U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" came in, and at 6.05pm anchored.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from West by North, calm last hour.


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7 May 1894

At Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.09, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool, raining latter part.

Calm, then light airs from NNW and West.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and rainy first part, clearing away latter part.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NW by West to WNW.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from Evans Brothers and Company of Port Townsend: 102½ pounds fresh beef; 102½ pounds fresh vegetables; and 82 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Light to fresh breezes in squalls from Southward and Eastward.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, the Board on Inventory of Paymaster's stores met, and at 11.30am took a recess until 1.00pm.

Broke out fore hold and Paymaster's store rooms for Board.

At 9.25am U.S.S. "Adams" passed out of Admiralty Inlet standing to the Northward and Westward.

At 11.20am U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" shifted anchorage to the East side of harbor.

The Captain awarded the following punishments: J.H. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, slow manning boat, boat keeper [for] one day; F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, not wearing rain clothes, boat keeper for 3 days; M. Doran, Seaman, leaving boat without permission, to pull stroke in every boat for 4 days.


Meridian to 4pm:

Weather partially cloudy.

Moderate breeze from Southward and Eastward, veering first part of watch to West by North.

Crew engaged in restowing fore hold and breaking out Paymaster's store rooms aft, in scraping skylight and bridge rail, taking off and cleaning bilge ventilators on spar deck and cleaning them, and overhauling and airing diving apparatus.

Board of Inventory on Paymaster's stores engaged in duties and adjourned to make report to convening authority.

Carpenter's gang at work on repairs to dinghy and on the armorer's and blacksmith's benches in Engineer's workshop.

Sailmaker making cover for diving apparatus and screen for broom locker.

Blacksmith engaged forging link for ring stopper of port anchor and making connecting bolt for steam capstan.

At 3.30pm U.S.S. "Mohican" made general signal 2984.

Engineer's force overhauling evaporator.

At 3.55pm general [signal] 4826 by U.S.S. "Mohican", and U.S.S. "Mohican" and U.S.S. "Alert" furled sail.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant, stiff squall from West by South, with passing shower latter part of watch.

At 5.40pm mustered at quarters.

Discontinued sentry over Paymaster's store rooms.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy and cool, passing squall first hour.

Gentle to very fresh breezes from West by South and WSW, coming in squalls.

At 9.30pm veered to 55 fathoms on port chain.


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8 May 1894

At Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.09, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light to fresh wind in squalls from West by South.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, cool.

Gentle to fresh breezes in squalls from West by South.

At 5.50am U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" left port, steaming to the Westward and Northward.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from Evans Brothers and Company of Port Townsend, and issued to crew: 100 pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 80 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Gentle to very fresh breezes from West by South.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised at setting up and aiming drill.

Then formed landing party with provisions and ammunition in heavy marching order.

U.S.S. "Mohican" signaled "Liberty may be given to first [conduct] class men till 10.00pm to night".

H.R. Barker, Apprentice Third-class, boat keeper [for] 3 hours by order of Commanding Officer.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine.

Moderate to fresh wind from West by North.

At 1.00pm Board of Officers, Lieutenant Fickbohm senior member, met on board and continued its investigation of the cash, papers, and stores of Passed Assistant Paymaster E.B. Webster.

At 1.45pm Board adjourned.

At 1.30pm exercised Marine Guard at manual of arms, instructed recruits.

Sent a liberty party on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, cool.

Gentle to very fresh breezes from West by South.

At 5.45pm mustered and exercised at quarters.

Received in Construction Department: 1000 pounds red lead; 20 gallons turpentine; 49 3/15 [gallons] raw oil.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, cool and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze from West and West by South.

Very high barometer [30.45 inches].


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9 May 1894

At Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.09, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy, light airs from South to ESE.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SSE.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made time and dress signal.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, fine weather, clearing last hour.

Light Northeasterly breezes.

By order of Captain C.E. Sandrowsky, Oiler, was released from confinement, his term of punishment having expired.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions: Powder and 2nd [Divisions] great guns; Navigator's and 3rd [Divisions] single sticks; 1st, 4th [Divisions] and Marines small arms.

At 10.30am U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" left harbor and stood to Southward.

At 11.00am U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" came in and anchored.

Tested boat detaching apparatus of whaleboat and dropped both lifebuoys.

U.S.S. "Mohican" engaged in swinging ship using warp.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, light airs to light breeze from North by West to NW by North.

Exercised 2nd section of Engineer's force and Marines at pulling boats, the apprentices were instructed in signals.

Sent a liberty party ashore.

H.R. Barker, Apprentice Third-class, completed his extra duty of 6 hours as boat keeper.

At 3.30pm U.S.S. "Mohican" signaled 2984.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Light Northwesterly airs.

Barometer falling.

At 4.40pm made [signal] interrogatory 5040, U.S.S. "Mohican" answered affirmative.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters and served out clean hammocks.

Got up hammock girtlines.


8pm to midnight:

Fine and cool.

Light airs from WSW to South.

At 10.15pm a small steamer came in and anchored near the wharf.


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10 May 1894

At Port Townsend, [Washington]

Lat 48.09, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy first part, clear latter part.

Calms and light airs from South.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, fine weather.

Southerly airs.

Barometer falling.

Scrubbed hammocks.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 100 pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; 80 pounds fresh bread.

At 7.00am Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "[Oliver] Wolcott" came in and anchored.

At 6.55am U.S.S. "Mohican" made time and dress signal 6157.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs to light breeze from NW.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters and mustered divisions, then had setting up drill.

At 9.43am had general quarters, time as follows: 1st Division 2 minutes 50 seconds; 2nd [Division] 2 minutes 15 seconds; 3rd [Division] 2 minutes 30 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 50 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 0 seconds; Powder [Division] 2 minutes 55 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 0 minutes 55 seconds; Marines 1 minute 5 seconds.

Secured at 10 hours 8 minutes 0 seconds: 1st Division 2 minutes 10 seconds; 2nd [Division] 2 minutes 0 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 57 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 25 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 10 seconds; Powder [Division] 2 minutes 15 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 0 minutes 56 seconds; and Marines 1 minute 5 seconds.

The Commanding Officer assigned the following punishments, namely: J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, inattention to orders, 4 days' lookout on platform from 7.00am to 8.00pm, ½ hours for meals; William Waite, Apprentice Second-class, abusive and attempting to strike Master-at-Arms, 5 days' double irons, full ration; W.B. Reeves, Seaman, abusive language to coxswain of boat; reduced to 4th conduct class; F. Lynch, Ordinary Seaman, E.P. Weber, Landsman, M. Foley, First-class Fireman, O. Germundson, Ordinary Seaman, and C. Bohen, Coal Passer, tight from liberty, reduced to 2nd conduct class.

W. Waite, Apprentice Second-class, was accordingly confined, and J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, stood lookout on port 6-pounder platform.

By order of Commanding Officer released James Burke, Coal Passer, from confinement, his term having expired, and placed in solitary confinement, on bread and water, W. Cochran, Water Tender, for being drunk on duty March 30, 1894.

At 10.30am U.S.S. "Adams" came in from the Northward, after making her number and signaled interrogatory 1211, which was answered by U.S.S. "Mohican".

U.S.S. "Adams" anchored at 10.50am.

At 11.40am U.S.S. "Mohican" signaled U.S.S. "Adams" 5455.

At 11.25am wigwagged to U.S.S. "Mohican" "Shall liberty be continued as usual?", U.S.S. "Mohican" answered "Same as yesterday".


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, light drizzling rain 1st hour, pleasant remainder of watch.

Drilled Marine Guard at boat drill under oars and the recruits at small arms.

Overhauled all guns' gear.

Engaged in scraping hooks of all leading blocks.

Scraped and painted floor of lucky bag in accordance with recommendation of weekly Board of Inspection of Hull.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with moderate squalls from WNW to WSW.

Set up spring stay between main and mizzen mastheads.

Wigwagged to U.S.S. "Mohican" for permission to scrub blankets and mattress covers, which was granted.

The Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "[Oliver] Wolcott" left port.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy.

Light to gentle breeze from Westward

At 8.50pm the Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Grant" came in and anchored.

All liberty men returned from shore.


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11 May 1894

At Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.09, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, light passing shower last hour.

Gentle breezes from West and WSW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy weather, light airs from NW to North by West.

At 7 o'clock U.S.S. "Mohican" made time and uniform signal geographic 6157.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from Northward.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

At 9.40am flagship signaled number 49, U.S.S. "Adams" excused.

Called away all boats armed and equipped, exercised them under oars.

During this practice expended 5 rounds 1-pounder Hotchkiss shell.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from North.

Painting bridge, starboard anchor and chain, red-leading rust spots inside on main deck.

Cleaning out port lenses.

Exercised Marines and 3rd part of Engineer's Divisions in boats under oars.

Drilled recruit with small arms.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, did 4 hours' extra duty on lookout, and F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, 4 hours' extra duty as boat keeper, in accordance with punishments given by the Captain.

The Executive Officer inspected the watertight deck under flying floors in berth deck passages.

Sent liberty party on shore.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm first part, light breeze from North latter part.

At 7.00pm instructed crew at stations for fire quarters and exercised at fire quarters.

By order of Commanding Officer the extra duty assigned J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, on May 10th was extended 1 day, for lounging about and talking while on extra duty.


8pm to midnight:

Bright starlight and moonlight.

Light airs and breezes from Southward and Westward, calm last hour.

Liberty party returned aboard.


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12 May 1894

At Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.09, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from SSW and Calm.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant weather.

Calms and light airs from SSE.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from Evans Brothers and Company of Port Townsend: 100 pounds fresh beef; 100 pounds fresh vegetables; and 80 pounds fresh bread.

At 7.00am flagship made time and uniform signal geographic 6157.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with passing shower last hour.

Light airs from NW to West.

At 9.55am U.S.R.C. [U.S.R.M. in log-book] "Grant" left port standing to the Northward and Westward

The Captain awarded the following punishments: J.L. Whitaker, Oiler, slow in obeying orders, 3 days' double irons; F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, leaving boat without permission, 3 days' boat keeper.

J.L. Whitaker, Oiler, was confined in double irons in accordance herewith.

Ensign Jackson, Assistant Engineer Moritz and Passed Assistant Surgeon Lumsden made the weekly inspection called for by United States Navy Regulations Circular number 8.

F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, did 4 hours' extra duty as boat keeper by order of Captain.

Painting over red lead spots.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with rain all watch.

Light airs to gentle breezes from West and West by South.

Sent liberty party ashore, also a baseball party to play a Port Townsend team.

By order of Captain F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, did 3½ hours' extra duty as boat keeper, and J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, 3½ hours' lookout.

By same authority awarded J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, two weeks' extra duty as boat keeper, for disobedience of orders.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with drizzling rain, clearing latter part.

Light to gentle breezes from West by North and West.

At 5.35pm the coast survey steamer U.S.C. & G.S.S. "[Thomas R.] Gedney" came in and anchored.

At 5.40pm mustered at quarters, followed by setting up exercise.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, and F.H Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, did 4 hours' extra duty each.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool, with drizzling rain.

Light airs and breezes from West to WSW.


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13 May 1894

At Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.09, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and damp.

Light Westerly airs.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, light drizzling rain first hour, clearing latter part of watch.

Light airs and breezes from West by South and West.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made general signal geographic 6157.

C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, returned aboard 8 hours over time.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, did 1 hour extra lookout.

Received from Evans Brothers and Company of Port Townsend in Department of Supplies and Accounts, and issued to crew: 100 pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 80 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Generally cloudy and cool.

Light breeze from West by North to WNW.

At 10.00am Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.

G. Green, First-class Fireman, absent without leave.

The "Walla Walla" came in from Southward.

U.S.S. "Mohican" signaled to U.S.S. "Yorktown" "Give no more liberty to crew".

At 10.00am from same vessel "Send steam launch for guard boat", answered "Have not got steam up in launch".


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Northwesterly airs and breezes.

At 12.40pm G. Green, First-class Fireman, was brought on board by police, 12½ hours over time, and a reward of $10.00 paid for his delivery.

By order of Captain released J. Lynch, Private Marine, from confinement.

At 2.40pm steamer "Umatilla" came in from sea.

Endeavored to get stores from "Umatilla" in obedience to a signal from U.S.S. "Mohican", but were unable to get them before 8.00am tomorrow.


4pm to 8pm:

Partially clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from NW and NW by West.

At 5.45pm U.S.R.C. "Grant" came in from Northward and anchored.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, bright moonlight obscured by haze.

Light breeze from West.


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14 May 1894

At Port Townsend, Washington, and at New Whatcom

Lat 48.28, Long -122.81 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool.

Light breeze from West by South to WSW.

Moon rose at 2.25am.

Lighted fires under boilers C and D at 4 o'clock.


4am to 8am:

Partially cloudy and cool.

Light breezes from West by South to West.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, stood ½ hour extra lookout by order of Commanding Officer.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from West by North.

Received stores on board from steamer "Umatilla" as follows, in Equipment Department: 15 pounds Eureka packing; 10 gallons Swedish tar; 10 gallons tar oil; 135 gallons lubricating oil; 50 [gallons] cylinder oil; 40 gallons lard oil; 150 pounds cotton waste; 340 manila rope, 3-inch; 188 pounds manila rope, 2¼-inch; 132 [pounds] manila rope, 2-inch; 88 [pounds] hemp ratline, 18-thread; 60 pounds spun yarn; 10 pounds seizing wire; 140 fathoms steel wire rope.

In Construction and Repair Department: 9 glass lights; 4 gross brass screws; 15 pounds nails, 8-inch; 8 padlocks; 3 gallons Japan Drier; 75 pounds sugar of lead dryer; 1800 pounds white zinc; 225 [pounds] brown zinc; 40 pounds red Venetian; 40 pounds lamp black; 40 pounds potash; 3 pounds white glue; 7 gallons asphaltum; 40 pounds vermilion; 40 pounds chrome yellow; and 2 packages of gold leaf; 40¼ pounds rubber gaskets, ⅝-inch; 9 files, flat, 14 inches; 1 set hoist drills; 1 wire pliers; 1 pipe cutter; 3 pipe wheels; 1 hack saw frame; 12 hacksaw blades; 1 pair snips; and 9 paint brushes.

In Equipment Department (exempted classes): 1 hair brush for armature; 2 blow lamps; 1 pair side cutting pliers, 8 inches; 3 pounds insulating tape; 4 dozen Edison keyless sockets; 8 gauze brushes, dynamo; 1 dozen carbon brushes, motor; 5 pounds solder; ½ dozen leathers for Brotherhood coupling; 1 gallon glycerin; 1 dozen lubricator glasses; 10 pounds tallow; 1 dozen assorted files; ½ dozen files, 16 inches; ½ dozen files, 14 inches; and ½ dozen files, 12 inches.

In Department of Supplies and Accounts: 50 undershirts; 50 drawers; 50 pairs calf shoes; 377 yards flannel; and 1500 pounds saltwater soap.

In Engineering Department: 38 files, assorted; 12 pounds bolts and nuts; 25 pounds hex nuts; 25 pounds bolts and nuts, 1½ inches x ⅝ inches; 12 pounds stud bolts, bronze; 10 pounds bronze nuts; 10 pounds iron rivets, ¼-inch; 15 pounds iron rivets, ⅜-inch; 15 iron washers; 12 corn brooms; 12 tube brushes; 25 pounds marline; 1 barrel of charcoal; 500 pounds blacksmith's coal; 50 split pins; 20 enameled buckets; 12 butterfly screws; 250 machinist's screws; 5 pounds steel wire; 10 pounds copper wire; 26 pounds hand lamps; 1 plumber's lamp; 1 sheet spring steel; 10 pounds sponges, sheep's wool; 250 pounds white lead; 1000 pounds red lead; 25 gallon boiled oil; 25 gallons turpentine; 100 pounds O.P. paste; 7 springs Curtis regulating valve; 12 lock nuts, brass; 12 elbows, brass; 12 brass tubes; 12 globe valves, brass; 12 brass nipples; 4 oil cups, brass; 200 pounds oatmeal; 1 ream foolscap; 2 quires wrapping paper; 12 memorandum pads; 12 hacksaw blades; 2 wrenches; 5 hammers, hand; 500 pounds cotton waste; 30 feet rubber hose; and 18 galvanized buckets.

At 10.20am U.S.S. "Alert" made [signal] interrogatory 4890 and got under way for Bellingham Bay.

At 10.40am made [signal] interrogatory 4890, got under way, and stood out under [in in log-book] conn of Captain.

Until 11.15am running slow to clear a very foul anchor.

At 11.15am went ahead full speed, overhauling U.S.S. "Alert" rapidly.

At end of watch midway between Smith Island and Partridge Point bell buoy.

Draft 13 feet 3 inches forward, 16 feet 5 inches aft.

Steam under 3 boilers.


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Monday May 14th, 1894 (Continued).


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs from SE to SW.

In Rosario Strait, Bellingham Channel and Bellingham Bay, conned by the Navigator and the Commanding Officer.

At 12.15pm overhauled U.S.S. "Alert".

At 1.33pm East point Cypress Island abeam.

At 2.03pm Eliza Rock abeam.

At 2.40pm hauled in patent log, reading 0.4.

At 2.44pm anchored off coal pier in 6 fathoms, soft bottom, 25 fathoms chain.

At 3.05pm U.S.S. "Alert" anchored near coal pier also.

At 3.15pm received lighter alongside and commenced coaling (Blue Canyon coal), and at end of watch had received approximately 18 tons.

Bearings at anchorage: Fairhaven Point S8°W, head of coal wharf ENE, both magnetic.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Calm and Southerly breezes.

At 6.25pm finished coaling, having received a total of 82 tons Blue Canyon coal.

At 6.35pm got under way and stood out under [in in log-book] conn of Captain.

Draft of ship 14 feet 3 inches forward, 16 feet 6 inches aft.

At 6.48pm put over patent log, reading 0.4.

At 7.25pm Eliza Rock abeam, patent log [reading] 6.5.

At end of watch off Cypress Island.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, light breeze from South first hour, moderate to stiff breeze from SSW when crossing Straits of Juan de Fuca.

Making passage from New Whatcom to Port Townsend under conn of Commanding Officer.

At 9 o'clock Castle Island was abeam, at 9.30pm Smith Island light was abeam.

At 10.00pm made harbor lights of Port Townsend, hoisted our distinguishing light, also two white lights at peak.

Made out U.S.S. "Mohican" and U.S.S. "Adams", asked permission to anchor (Very signals), which was granted.

At 11.04pm anchored off port beam of U.S.S. "Mohican" in 11 fathoms water, starboard anchor, 45 fathoms chain.

Wigwagged for permission to haul fires, which was granted.


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15 May 1894

At Port Townsend, Washington

Lat 48.09, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cool weather, light drizzling rain at intervals first hour.

Light breeze from West by South to SE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and drizzling.

Southeasterly airs.

Barometer rising.

At 6.55am U.S.S. "Mohican" made time and dress signal geographic 6157.

At 7.00am a lighthouse tender left the harbor.

At 8.00am hoisted guard flag.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and rainy.

Light airs from South by East to SSW.

Passed Assistant Paymaster E.B. Webster was released from suspension by the Commanding Officer.

At 10.10am started fires under A and D boilers.

The Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Grant" left port.

The Executive Officer inspected and had painted and cemented spots under forward magazine.

Received in Paymaster's Department for use of crew from Evans Brothers and Company: 200 pounds fresh beef; 200 pounds vegetables; and 98 pounds bread.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following men were released from confinement, namely: W. Waite, Apprentice Second-class, W. Cochrane, Water Tender, and J.L. Whitaker, Oiler.

At 9.43am U.S.S. "Mohican" made general [signal] 4560 (U.S.S. "Alert" excused).

At 9.40am U.S.S. "Mohican" wigwagged "Ship is under sailing orders, all officers on board by one thirty", and at 10.35am we wigwagged "Shall not the same board set in the release of Paymaster Webster", U.S.S. "Mohican" answered "Yes".

Engaged making preparations for sea.

At 9.42am U.S.S. "Alert" came in and anchored.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cloudy and rainy.

Light breeze from SE.

At 2.35pm U.S.S. "Mohican" signaled (wigwag) "Light-bank fires".

Banked fires.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and rainy, light airs from SE.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and rainy.

Calms and light airs from SE by South to SSE.


THE VOYAGES OF USS YORKTOWN
Operations in Alaskan waters

JP map Yorktown Alaska 1894

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16 May 1894

At Port Townsend, Washington, and at sea

Lat 48.09, Long -122.75


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with drizzling rain.

Light Southeasterly airs.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, drizzling first half, cloudy last half.

Light breeze from SE by East.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made [signal] geographic 6157.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, light drizzling rain at intervals 2nd and last hour.

Light airs and breezes from ESE to SE by South.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

All divisions exercised at setting up drill.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant, clearing latter part.

Light airs from Southward and Eastward, shifting to North last hour.

Drilled recruits with small arms.

At 3.30pm made signal interrogatory 2984, U.S.S. "Mohican" answered affirmative.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Calms and light airs from North to NW by West.

At 6.00pm U.S.S. "Mohican" signaled (wigwag) to vessels of squadron "Sailing orders suspended until midnight", and at 7.40pm "Commanding Officer report on board at 8.00 this P.M.".


8pm to midnight:

Bright starlight and moonlight.

Calm.

At 11.05pm called the starboard watch, hoisted in steam launch and hove short.

At 11.10pm signaled (wigwag) to U.S.S. "Mohican" "Request permission to get under way", answered "Granted".

At 11.35pm got under way with boilers A, B and D, stood out of harbor under conn of the Navigator.

At 11.49pm put over patent log, reading 39.4.

At end of watch rounding Wilson Point light, standing to the Northward and Westward.

Draft of ship forward 14 feet 1 inch, aft 16 feet 5 inches.


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17 May 1894

At sea, making passage from Port Townsend to Humboldt Harbor

Lat 48.55, Long -125.58


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, then clearing.

Light WSW breeze.

Under steam alone.

At 12.12am set course West by South, patent log [reading] 43.5.

At 1.38am, Dungeness light abeam, distant 2 miles, changed course to S70°W, patent log [reading] 58.1.

At 3.18am, Race Island light abeam, distant 3.3 miles, changed course to S84°W, patent log [reading] 75.6.

Average steam 114 [pounds], revolutions 96.1.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from NW to WNW.

Standing out of Strait of Juan de Fuca, conned by Navigator.

Course S84°W.

At 5.37am Slip Point abeam (log [reading] 99.7).

At 7.27am Flattery lighthouse abeam, distant 7 miles (log [reading] 17.6).

At 7.57am Carmanah lighthouse abeam (log [reading] 21.7).

At end of watch Carmanah lighthouse bore N11°E and Flattery lighthouse S47°E, log [reading] 23.

Average steam 107 [pounds], revolutions 89.6.

Sighted several schooners standing in the straits, one standing to the Southward outside, and a tow standing out.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and light airs from North by East to WNW.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were assigned: T.C. Fisk, 3½ hours over leave, reduced to 2nd [conduct] class; C.A. Barnes, Apprentice Second-class, not turning out with watch, two days' extra duty.

At 9.30am, patent log reading 37.5, stopped alongside a small schooner, the "Winneautum" [?], marked N.W.B.C. number 19.

At 9.34am started ahead again.

At 9.53am Cape Beale light bore abeam, distant 7.4 miles, patent log [reading] 40.3.

At 10.30am sighted a steamer on port bow.

At 10.45am started to instruct and speak her.

At 11.45am stopped alongside, found her to be the steamer "Bertha" of San Francisco, from Kadiak.

Sent Lieutenant W.G. Cutler on board to ask for information about seal herd, sealers, or British war vessels, and found that they had not seen any of these.

At 12.00pm started ahead again.

Average revolutions 96 and steam pressure 104 pounds.

A Board ordered to make inventory in Department of Supplies and Accounts, in accordance with Article 1042 of Navy Regulation, and of which H.F. Fickbohm is senior member, met at 9.00am and adjourned at 11.30am.

At 11.35am set clock ahead 10 minutes.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from WNW.

Steaming course S84°W (per standard compass).

Sea smooth.

Broke out and cleaned chain lockers, overhauled bower and sheet chains.

Removed lockers from port side of forward berth deck compartment, found sheathing behind them much corroded, cleaned and painted same.

By order of Captain C.A. Barnes, Apprentice First-class, did 3 hours' extra duty, in compliance with punishment assigned this day.

Sighted one small fishing boat standing toward shore.

Saw one seal during watch.

Average revolutions 92.9, steam pressure 106 [pounds].


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle breezes from NW by West.

Steam in 3 boilers, revolutions 84, steam 105 [pounds].

Quarters at 5.45pm and setting up drill.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from NW by North.

Steam alone, course S84°W.

A steamer in sight to Southward.

Average steam 106 [pounds], revolutions 85.4.


Kadiak is also known as Kodiak.


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8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, partly cloudy, bright moon.

Smooth sea.

Gentle breeze from NW by West.

Course S84°W, under steam alone.

Revolutions 86.9, steam 105 [pounds].

Lost sight of Vancouver Island at twilight.


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18 May 1894

Making passage from Port Townsend to Humboldt Harbor, Papoff Island

Lat 49.75, Long -131.16


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy, fine weather.

Gentle breeze from NW by West.

Average steam 107.5 [pounds], revolutions 84.1


4am to 8am:

Overcast.

Gentle breeze to light airs from NW by West to NNW.

Steaming course S84°W (per standard compass), under boilers A, B and D.

Sea smooth.

Average revolutions 90.3, steam pressure 110 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs from WNW to NNW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, had setting up drill, aiming drill, and then away boats for distant service, and overhauled boat outfit.

Exercised apprentices in signals.

Bent fore trysail and staysail.

At 11.30am set back deck clock 25 minutes.

M. Davinney, Boatswain's Mate First-class, reported his term of enlistment expired.

Steam 102.5 [pounds], revolutions 81.

Sea smooth.

By order of Commanding Officer C.A. Barnes, Apprentice Second-class, did ½ day extra duty.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs from North, shifting to SW last hour.

Steam alone, course S84°W.

Average steam 107.5 [pounds], revolutions 82.7.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs from NNE.

Course S84°W.

Steam 113 [pounds], revolutions 90.5.

At 5.40pm had fire quarters, times as follows, namely: 1st Division 3 minutes 0 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 25 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 45 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 30 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 30 seconds; Powder [Division] 2 minutes 5 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 0 minutes 55 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 35 seconds.

Secured at 5.52pm: 1st Division 2 minutes 15 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 55 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 20 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 25 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 5 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 2 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 0 minutes 51 seconds; Marines 1 minute 35 seconds.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs from NW by West to West.

Moon rose about 7.45pm.

Average revolutions 90.7.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, misty at intervals and around horizon to Southward and Westward.

Light airs from ENE to NNE.

Steaming course S84°W (per standard compass).

Sea smooth.

Average revolutions 83.1, steam pressure 102 pounds.


Papoff Island is also known as Popof Island.


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19 May 1894

Making passage from Port Townsend to Humboldt Harbor, Papoff Island

Lat 51.10, Long -136.82


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from NE by East.

At 1.00am stopped port engine for 15 minutes to replace bolt to steam lubricator for circulating and air pump.

Used 10° to 15° port helm while running with starboard engine alone.

Steam 113 [pounds], revolutions 89.9.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, fine weather.

Light ENE breeze.

Barometer steady.

Steam alone, course S84°W.

Long SW swell.

Average steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 92.1.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from North to NNE.

Course S84°W.

Put clock back 20 minutes between 11.30am and meridian.

Lieutenant W.A. Gill inspected holds and store rooms and Passed Assistant Surgeon Lumsden made the sanitary inspection required by Navy Regulations Circular number 8.

Average steam 100 [pounds], average revolutions 79.9.

A. Hill, Quartermaster Third-class, reported his term of enlistment expired.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from North to NNW.

Long swell from Westward.

Average steam pressure 109 [pounds] and average revolutions 88.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather, cool.

Light airs and breezes from North by West.

Steaming course S84°W per standard compass.

Long irregular swell from Westward.

At 5.40pm mustered at quarters and had setting up exercises.

Average revolutions 87, steam pressure 108 [pounds].


6pm to 8pm:

Generally cloudy and pleasant.

Light breezes from North by West.

Fires in 3 boilers.

Revolutions 87.4, steam 109 [pounds].

Sea smooth.

Long swell from WSW.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp.

Northerly breezes.

Steam alone, course S84°W.

At 9.00pm moon rose.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 88.7.

Long WSW swell.


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20 May 1894

Making passage from Port Townsend to Humboldt Harbor, Papoff Island

Lat 52.38, Long -142.57


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and pleasant weather, light breeze from North.

Course S84°W.

Moderate swell from Westward.

Steam 105 [pounds], revolutions 84.


4am to 8am:

Generally overcast and cloudy.

Light airs and breezes from NE by North.

Moderate swell from Westward.

Course during watch S84°W.

Average steam pressure 101.5 [pounds], average revolutions 80.3.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with light showers first part, clearing latter part of watch.

Light airs and breezes from North to ENE.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course S84°W (per standard compass).

At 10.00am mustered at quarters.

The Captain inspected the crew and ship.

Had setting up exercises during inspection of lower decks.

By order of the Captain, M. Gleason, Boiler Maker, and T.C. Dalton, Second-class Fireman, were confined in double irons for 4 and 3 days respectively, for fighting on board ship.

Average revolutions 87.5, steam pressure 109 pounds.

Set clock back 20 minutes during last hour.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially cloudy and pleasant.

Light breezes from ENE.

At 12.30pm changed course to S79°W (per standard compass), patent log reading 76.7.

Under steam alone, using 3 boilers.

Sea smooth.

Revolutions 88, steam 112 [pounds].


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy.

Light ENE breeze.

Steam alone, course S79°W.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters and had setting up exercise.

Average steam 103 [pounds], revolutions 87.6.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, but pleasant.

Light breeze from ENE.

Course S79°W.

Average steam 107 [pounds], average revolutions 86.3.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light breeze from SE to ENE.

Steam alone, course S79°W.

Average revolutions 92.0 and steam pressure 114.5 [pounds].


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21 May 1894

Making passage from Port Townsend to Humboldt Harbor, Papoff Island

Lat 53.40, Long -148.93


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty, with light drizzling rain.

Gentle breezes from ESE to East by North.

Steaming course S79°W.

Sea smooth.

Average revolutions 93.9, steam 114 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, light drizzle first hour.

Gentle breezes from ENE.

At 7.00am set fore staysail.

Sea smooth.

Revolutions 94.2, steam 112 [pounds].


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool.

Moderate ENE breeze.

Foggy about horizon.

At 8.45am set fore foresail and took in fore staysail.

Steaming course S79°W.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions: Powder and 2nd [Divisions] single sticks; 1st [Division] great guns; Navigator's and 3rd [Divisions] small arms; 4th [Division] at battery; Marines infantry.

Broke out and restowed sail room.

At 11.30am set clock back 20 minutes.

Average steam 103.5 [pounds], revolutions 85.9.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and pleasant, foggy about horizon.

At 12.30am changed course to S77°W, log [reading] 18.5.

Recruits were drilled at small arms.

Average steam 112 [pounds], average revolutions 89.7.

Ship rolling moderately.

A. Hill was enlisted as Quartermaster Third-class, and H.R. Barker, Apprentice Third-class, was rated to Apprentice Second-class.


4pm to 6pm:

Foggy.

Moderate breeze from ENE.

Ship rolling at times 17° to port and 19° to starboard, 9 rolls per minute.

Average steam 109.3 pounds, average revolutions 92.2.

At 5.40pm mustered at quarters.


6pm to 8pm:

Heavy fog.

Moderate breeze from ENE.

Steaming course S77°W, with foresail set.

Ship rolling easily to moderate sea from Southward and Westward.

Average revolutions 93.4, steam 109 [pounds].


8pm to midnight:

Foggy first part, then misty, with occasional light fog bank.

Moderate breezes from East by South hauling to SE.

At 8.00pm slowed to 80 turns and sounded fog whistle at intervals.

At 10.00pm weather improving, went ahead at usual speed.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 85.


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22 May 1894

At sea, making passage from Port Townsend to Humboldt Harbor, Papoff Island

Lat 54.26, Long -155.74


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, foggy and wet.

Moderate ESE wind.

Ship rolling easily to long ESE swell.

Steaming course S77°W.

Average steam 114 [pounds], revolutions 93.8.


4am to 8am:

Misty weather, sun visible at times.

Moderate breeze from East to ESE.

Course S77°W.

At 4 o'clock started fires under boiler C.

Average steam 109.5 [pounds], average revolutions 94.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, foggy, clearing away at end of watch.

Moderate breeze from ESE to SE.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

All divisions exercised at setting up drill, then the landing party were exercised in the manual.

Set clock back 35 minutes during last hour of watch.

At 9.10am set fore trysail.

Course S77°W (per compass).

Average steam pressure 115 pounds and average revolutions 96.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and misty, drizzling rain last two hours.

Moderate to fresh breezes, with moderate sea from ESE.

Steaming course S77°W (per standard compass), with foresail set.

At 12.30pm changed course to S75°W (per standard compass), patent log reading 70.8.

At 3.00pm took in foresail and slowed down engines to 70 revolutions.

At 3.20pm slowed to 65 revolutions, and at 3.45pm slowed to 60 revolutions.

Exercised Marine Guard at bayonet exercise.

Finished making heavy wire grommet for sea anchor.

Average revolutions during watch 85.8, steam pressure 114 pounds.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and rainy.

Fresh breezes from ESE.

At 5.00pm brought sea on bow, reading ESE, then SE by East, and made 65 turns till 6.00pm, when slowed to 60 turns.

Ship lying to easily, with helm nearly hard down.

Barometer falling very slowly.

Sea moderately heavy.

Steam 115 [pounds], revolutions 62.5.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and wet.

Blowing a moderate gale, with moderate rough sea from ESE.

Barometer steady at 29.50.

Keeping ship head to wind by increasing speed of either engine as needed.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, foggy.

Fresh to moderate breezes from ESE.

Ship under steerageway, head to sea, making course ESE.

Average revolutions 46.4, steam 115 [pounds].

Barometer rising slowly at end of watch.


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23 May 1894

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor at Humboldt Harbor, Papoff Island

Lat 54.48, Long -159.45


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy.

Moderate to stiff breeze from SE to SSE.

At 1.10am changed course to S75°W, patent log [reading] 28.2, and steamed at 70 revolutions per minute.

At 2.55am started full speed ahead, using allowance of 25 tons of coal per day.

Average revolutions 63.4 and average pressure of steam 114 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, misty at intervals, clearing latter part.

Stiff breezes from SE by South and SE.

Ship rolling deeply at times to moderate sea on quarter.

Steaming course S75°W (per standard compass).

Average revolutions 86, steam 104.5 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool.

Fresh breezes from SSE.

At 8.15am, 8.30am and 9.00am made cast of lead, 120 fathoms, no bottom.

Course S75°W till 9.35am, when changed course to West by standard compass.

At 9.40am set fore staysail.

Steam 111 [pounds], revolutions 86.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, occasional light drizzles last half.

Moderate wind and sea from SE to SSE.

Steaming course West until 12.15pm, when changed to N77°W, patent log [reading] 34.3.

At 12.45pm got cast in 52 fathoms, rock and sand bottom.

At 1.52pm sighted South end of Nagai Island bearing N58°W.

Changing course frequently, ½ point at a time, while rounding Nagai Island.

At 3.25pm South end of Nagai Island bearing ENE.

Set course NNW, patent log [reading] 68.

Land distant 2.7 miles by bow and beam bearings.

Ship rolling easily, 10 rolls to the minute, average 12°, maximum 22° to starboard, 21° to port.

At end of watch off middle point of Nagai [Island].

Average steam 112 [pounds], revolutions 95.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and misty.

Stiff breeze from SSE to SE.

Course NNW.

Standing along West coast of Nagai Island, the Commanding Officer conning.

At 4.19pm Sealion Rocks [Seal Rocks in log-book] bore West by North and prominent headland North side of Falmouth Harbor bore NNE, and at 4.41pm this headland was abeam, distant 5.5 miles, log [reading] 82.9, from this time heading in for Popof Strait [Propof Strait in log-book], keeping in mid-channel.

At end of watch rounding Egg Island, passing to the Westward.

Average steam 115 [pounds], average revolutions 96.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy, drizzling rain at intervals.

Moderate to stiff breeze from SE.

At 6.24pm came to anchor in Humboldt Harbor in 8 fathoms water, coarse sand bottom, with starboard anchor and veered to 45 fathoms chain.

The Deputy Collector of Customs, Mr. Thomas, called upon Commanding Officer.

Sent Ensign Field to board two schooners at anchor in harbor.

Allowed fires to die out under all boilers, except C.

Draft of ship 13 feet 0 inches forward and 16 feet 1 inch aft.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty, with passing showers and drizzling rain.

Stiff squalls from SE.

Cold and damp.

Boarded the American schooners "Venture" and "C.N. Smart", delivered to the masters and owners official warning and papers, concerning sealing regulations.

Found no skins or bodies of seals on either.

Found on the "C.N. Smart" 2 rifles and 2 shotguns, which placed under seal.


Nagai Island is also known as Nogay Island.


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24 May 1894

At anchor in Humboldt Harbor, Popof Island

Lat 55.33, Long -160.51


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Fresh breezes from SE, coming in squalls.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, squally, rainy and wet.

Moderate to fresh SE breeze.

Barometer rising slowly.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, misty and rainy at times.

Wind in moderate to fresh squalls from SE.

Barometer rising slowly.

By order of Commanding Officer released M. Gleason, Boiler Maker, from confinement, his time having expired.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy, light drizzling rain at intervals first part.

Light, increasing to fresh breeze in puffs from SE by South to SE by East.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice, was given ½ hour extra duty as boat keeper, as part of punishment assigned by Commanding Officer on the 12th of this month.


4pm to 8pm:

Clearing weather, fog and mist over surrounding hills.

Moderate to light breezes in tight squalls from East by South.

At 5.40pm mustered at quarters and had setting up exercises.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, did four hours' extra duty as part of punishment assigned on the 12th of this month.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy, drizzling at end of watch.

Light breeze from East to East by North.

Barometer steady 29.83.


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25 May 1894

At anchor in Humboldt Harbor, Popof Island, Alaska

Lat 55.33, Long -160.51


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, drizzling and wet.

Barometer falling slowly.

Wind moderate to fresh from NE and ENE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, drizzling rain and foggy.

Moderate to fresh breeze from ENE.

Started fires under boilers A and B.


8am to meridian:

Unsettled weather.

Overcast, with passing showers, and stiff squalls from ENE and NE by East.

Foggy.

Light snow during first part of watch.

Barometer falling.

Hunting parties of officers and men left the ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, passing showers, thick mist at times.

Wind in moderate to fresh squalls from NE by East to ENE.

Barometer falling.

Served out clothing and small stores.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, had 3 hours' extra duty as boat keeper, part of punishment assigned by the Commanding Officer on the 12th of this month, for disobedience of orders.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, rainy and squally.

Moderate wind in puffs from NE and NE by North.

Barometer falling.

Officers' hunting party returned at 5.00pm, with exception of Paymaster Webster, for whom two cutters' crews were sent in search.

At 7.50pm 2nd cutter returned having found no trace of Paymaster Webster.


8pm to midnight:

Stormy weather.

Moderate gale from NE by East, blowing in squalls with rain and snow.

At 9.15pm let go the port anchor, veered to 12 fathoms in 9½ fathoms water.

At 9.20pm the British sealing schooner "Venture", Julius Mohrhouse Master, came into port from the westward.

Sent Lieutenant Gill to board her, he returned at 10.15pm for instructions from the Commanding Officer, and at 11.00pm again returned to the schooner.

At 9.30pm the 1st cutter with the volunteer searching party returned on board, not having seen anything of Paymaster Webster.

Barometer falling.


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26 May 1894

At anchor in Humboldt Harbor, Popof Island, Alaska

Lat 55.33, Long -160.51


Midnight to 4am:

Moderate gale, blowing heavy squalls from NE by East to NNE.

Cold driving rain.

Barometer falling.

At 2.30am Lieutenant Gill returned on board from schooner "Venture", having examined her.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and rainy.

Fresh breezes to moderate gale in squalls from NE, with driving rain.

Organizing search party.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, squally, rainy and wet.

Fresh to strong NE wind.

Barometer steady.

Between 8.00am and 8.30am the sailing launch, 1st and 2nd cutters, and whaleboat left the ship with about 100 officers and men, in charge of Lieutenant Stevens, to search for Paymaster Webster.

At 10.30am signal from shore announced the success of the expedition, and at 11.00am Paymaster Webster was brought off in steam cutter.

At end of watch all boats had returned, except 1st cutter in charge of Lieutenant Boush.


Meridian to 4pm:

Stormy weather.

Stiff to fresh breezes in squalls from NE by East.

Driving rain with snow at intervals.

Barometer falling.

At 12.15pm fired a common 6-pounder shell to Northward as a signal to 1st cutter's party.

Cornet flying at fore during watch.

At 2.30pm sent steam launch ashore to tow off 1st cutter with Lieutenant Boush and party.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, did 3 hours' extra duty, in accordance with punishment assigned on the 12th of this month.

The monthly inspection of hull and weekly sanitary inspection called for by Unites States Navy Regulations Circular number 8 were made by Lieutenant Stevens, Chief Engineer Bates and Passed Assistant Surgeon Lumsden respectively.

At 3.00pm Lieutenant Gill returned from the schooner "Venture", he having placed sealing outfit under seal, delivered official warnings, President's Proclamation and Regulations, Navy Department's Regulations, British Act and License of Commander Folger to seal.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Moderate to fresh breeze in squall during first three hours from NE by East.

Barometer falling.

During last hour it commenced to rise, wind became moderate and from NE.

At 6.20pm the launch, with whaleboat in tow, came off from shore, bringing the last of absentees with them.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool, rainy.

Light to fresh breezes in squalls from NE.

At 9.00pm hove port anchor to bow, and at 10.00pm let it go under foot, with 12 fathoms chain.


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27 May 1894

At anchor in Humboldt Harbor, Popof Island, Alaska

Lat 55.33, Long -160.51


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, squally and damp.

Light to strong wind in puffs from NE by East.

Barometer falling, 29.12 to 29.06.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, rainy and misty first half, then cloudy.

Light breeze to light airs from NNE till 3rd hour, then calm, afterwards light airs from SW.

Barometer falling from 29.06 to 29.00.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, light drizzling rain last two hours.

Calms first hour and light airs from NW to NE last three hours.

At 9.45am mustered at quarters.


Meridian to 4pm:

Variable weather, pleasant first part, cloudy, with passing shower last hour.

Barometer steady, 29.01.

Lieutenant Gill boarded the schooner "Venture" on duty in connection with "warning" and "sealing outfit".


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, light rain first hour.

Light breeze to light airs from ENE to NE.

Hoisted steam cutter.

Barometer rising slowly.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, cool and misty.

Light airs to gentle breeze from NE and NE by North.


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28 May 1894

At anchor in Sanborn Harbor, Nagai Island, Alaska

Lat 55.11, Long -160.00


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, drizzling rain during watch, accompanied by snow last two hours.

Light to moderate breeze from NNE to North.

Barometer rising slowly.

At 3.00am started fires under A and D boilers.


4am to 8am:

Drizzling rain with snow.

Gentle to stiff breezes in tight squalls from North to NNE.

Barometer rising slowly.

Sent a mail ashore.

Made preparations for sea.

At 7.50am hove in to 20 fathoms on starboard chain, then veered to 30 fathoms.


8am to meridian:

Foggy and misty.

Gentle to fresh breezes from NNE, coming in squalls.

At 8.30am got under way and stood to Southward and Eastward.

At 10.00am looked into Eagle Harbor in search of sealers, and at 11.40am stood into Sanborn Harbor and anchored in 12 fathoms, with 60 fathoms on starboard chain.

Found no vessels in either harbor.

Put over patent log at 8.40am, reading 99.5, and hauled it in at 11.30am, reading 27.2.

Ship's draft forward 12 feet 10 inches, aft 16 feet 1 inch.

Bearings of anchorage: Shag Rock NE½N, West tangent of entrance point West by North, both magnetic.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, misty and rainy, wind in moderate to stiff squalls from NE by North to NE.

Lieutenant Cutler went over to East Bight of Nagai to look for sealing vessels.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, did 3 hours as boat keeper, part of punishment assigned by the Commanding Officer on the 12th of this month, for disobedience of orders.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy, foggy and damp.

Light wind, fresh in squalls, from NE.

Bell and alarm circuits were tested and found in working order.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, had 1½ hours' boat keeper, part of punishment assigned by the Commanding Officer on the 12th of this month, for disobedience of orders.

At 6.15pm Lieutenant Cutler returned from East Bight of Nagai, having found no vessels therein.


8pm to midnight:

Partly clear first part, overcast latter part of watch.

Light variable breezes and calms.

Tested search and Ardois signal lights, finding them in working order.


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29 May 1894

At anchor Sanborn Harbor, and at sea, making passage to Dutch Harbor

Lat 55.18, Long -158.82


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, cool and calm.

Light airs from NW third hour.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, fine weather.

Barometer rising.

Calm and NNW airs.

At 5.30am spread fires, and at 6.30am hove up and stood out under [in in log-book] conn of Captain.

Stood out of Sanborn Harbor and through West Nagai Straits

At 7.40am, Haystacks on port beam, set course NE by North, patent log [reading] 37.8.

At end of watch Wedge Cape on starboard bow, distant about 1½ miles.

Draft of ship 12 feet 7 inches forward, 16 feet 0 inches aft.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, land shut out by fog at 10.00am.

Light airs to gentle breeze from North and NNE.

At 8.15am, Wedge Cape being off starboard beam, distant one mile, set course ENE (log [reading] 42.5).

At 9.19am took bow bearing of East end of Castle Rock (log [reading] 53.9), and at 9.31am the rock was abeam, distant 2 miles (log 55.9), then changed course to N89°E.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters, after setting up exercise and pointing drill the divisions were exercised as follows: 1st Division single sticks; 2nd Division small arms; 3rd [Division] great guns; 4th [Division] single sticks; Navigator's Division great guns; and Powder Division small arms.

Average steam 116 [pounds], average revolutions 96.1.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and foggy.

Gentle breeze from NNE to NNW.

About 12.45pm sighted one seal.

At 3.10pm changed course to S47°W (per standard compass), patent log reading 9.3.

Drilled Marine Guard at great guns and the recruits at small arms.

Average revolutions 94.5 and steam pressure 109 pounds.


4pm to 6pm:

Heavy fog.

Gentle to light breezes from NNW.

Short irregular swell from SW.

Steaming course S47°W (per standard compass) until 5.30pm, when changed to S3°W, patent log reading 32.6.

At 5.40pm mustered at quarters, followed by setting up exercises.

At 5.15pm saw a large fur seal.

Made the following soundings: at 4.10pm 0/140 [no bottom, 140 fathoms of wire]; 4.15pm 0/120; 5.15pm 0/130; 6.00pm, 100 fathoms of wire out, found rocky bottom, patent log [reading] 38.0.

Average revolutions 95.5, steam pressure 111 pounds.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, cool, with heavy fog.

Light airs and breezes from NNW.

Took sounding at 6.30pm, bottom with 110 fathoms out, at 7.00pm no bottom at 140 [fathoms].

Changed course at 7.30pm to SW by West, patent log reading 53.3.


8pm to midnight:

Thick fog until 10.40pm, when it lifted.

Calm and NNW airs.

Barometer rising.

Steaming course SW by West.

At 9.00pm decreased coal allowance from 30 to 25 tons.

Average steam 114 [pounds], revolutions 95.7.


The Haystacks are also known as Haystack Islands.


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30 May 1894

At sea, making passage from Sanborn Harbor to Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 54.22, Long -163.91


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs from NW to South.

Course SW by West.

Average steam 109 [pounds], average revolutions 94.3.

Saw a large whale at 3 o'clock.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, foggy about horizon.

Light to gentle breeze from East to ENE.

At 4.40am sighted Sannakh Island [Sennakh Island in log-book] bearing N83°W (per compass), patent log [reading] 44.0.

At 5.30am it bore N79°W (per compass), patent log [reading] 52.0.

At 5.30am changed course to WSW (per compass), and at 7.00am changed course to West by South (per compass).

At 6.40am Sannakh Island [Sennakh Island in log-book] bore NW by W¼W, patent log [reading] 63.5, then lost it in fog.

At 6.08am had to stop to overhaul the steering gear.

Hooked up the after gearing and started ahead again at 6.22am, patent log reading 58.0.

Average steam pressure 111.5 [pounds] and average revolutions 98.6.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant, cool.

Gentle breeze from ENE to NE by North.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course West by South (per standard compass).

At 10.20am set jib and foresail.

At 8.30am sighted land bearing N½E (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 86.1.

At 8.30am got sounding of 41 fathoms, and at 9.30am 35 fathoms, hard bottom.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, followed by setting up exercises and drills as follows: 1st and 4th Divisions small arms; 2nd and Powder Divisions great guns; 3rd Division single sticks; Marines infantry.

Average revolutions 101, steam pressure 116 pounds.

Set clock back 20 minutes during last hour.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cool, with occasional mist first part, gentle to moderate breezes from NNE to NE by East.

At 1.45pm change course to W½N (per standard compass), and at 2.00pm changed back to West by South.

At 1.30pm sighted land on starboard beam.

From 2.00pm till end of watch running through Unimak Pass.

At end of watch Breed Island bore S3°W and West point of Unimak Island N13°E.

Steam 114 [pounds], revolutions 99.5.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Moderate ENE breeze.

Course West by South.

Changing course frequently while rounding Northern heads of Akun Island at a distance of about 3½ miles.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters.

At 5.40pm set staysail and foresail.

At end of watch off Akutan Bay, North Head bearing SSW, course SW.

Average steam 101 [pounds], revolutions 99.2.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and drizzling.

Moderate breeze first hour from ENE, then calm.

Gentle breeze from SW last hour.

At 6.40pm North Head abeam, distant 3.2 miles, patent log [reading] 99.9.

At 7.10pm Northwest point of Akutan Island abeam, distant 1.8 miles, log [reading] 4.2.

At 7.40pm changed course to SSW½W, log [reading] 10.2.

Captain conning ship.

At end of watch South end Akutan Island bore E¼N and Priest Rock S¾W, heading in for Dutch Harbor.

Steam 101 [pounds], revolutions 99.2.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, drizzling rain, foggy about horizon.

Calms and light airs from ESE first part and from Westward latter part.

At 8.32pm Priest Rock abeam East by South per standard compass, patent log [reading] 18.9.

At 9.07pm hauled up patent log, reading 24.4.

Captain conning ship.

At 9.35pm came to anchor in Dutch Harbor, Unalaska, in 16 fathoms water (soft mud [bottom]) with starboard anchor and veered to 45 fathoms chain.

Commanding Officer of U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" and an officer of U.S.S. "Concord" called upon Commanding Officer.

The Commanding Officer paid an official visit to U.S.S. "Concord".

U.S.S. "Concord" and U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" were the only two war vessels at anchor in Dutch Harbor.

Allowed fires to die out.

Draft of ship forward 11 feet 11 inches, aft 15 feet 7 inches.


Sannakh Island is also known as Sanak Island and Sannak Island.

Breed Island is also known as Tanginak Island.


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31 May 1894

At anchor in Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.90, Long -166.52 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, with drizzling rain.

Light variable airs and calm.

Barometer steady, 29.67.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with drizzling rain.

Calm.

At 5.30am U.S.S. "Concord" hauled alongside steamer at dock.

At 5.45am U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" stood out the harbor.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and rainy.

Light variable Northerly breezes.

Punishments and disrating awarded by Captain as follows: J.W. Svenson, Blacksmith, C. Barnes, Apprentice Second-class, and H.R. Barker, Apprentice Second-class, late hammocks, 2 hours' extra duty each; J. Olsen, Coxswain, was disrated to a Seaman and his acting appointment revoked for the following reasons: understanding English but imperfectly, being generally inefficient and lacking force.

Laid out a buoy at 1500 yards, bearing ENE¼E, preparatory to target practice.

Cleaning ship outside.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, drizzling and misty.

Light breeze from ENE to NE by East.

Ran warp to buoy, got out target and had target practice, distance 1500 yards, then shifted target to 2000 yards for great gun practice.

The following ammunition was expended in secondary practice: 20 1-pounder common shell; 20 6-pounder common shell; 20 3-pounder common shells; and 20 37 mm common shell.

J.E. Cook, Apprentice Second-class, and F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, had each 3 hours' extra duty as boat keeper, in compliance with the Commanding Officer's orders.

Received from North American Commercial Company: 134 pounds fresh beef for use of crew.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light airs and breezes from NE to East.

Engaged until 5.00pm in stationary practice with main battery, range 2000 yards.

At 6.00pm ran in spring and brought target on board.

Expended in main battery practice the following ammunition: 1 ordinary charge, 6-inch breech loading rifle; 24 reduced charges, 6-inch breech loading rifle; and 25 common shell, 6-inch breech loading rifle


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy and cool.

Calms first hour, then light airs and breezes from WSW to WNW.

Steamer "Lakme" came in from Southward, bringing mail.


Approved: [signed] W.M. Folger, Commander U.S. Navy Commanding



LOGS FOR JUNE 1894


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1 June 1894

At Dutch Harbor, Unalaska Island, Alaska

Lat 53.90, Long -166.52


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breezes from West by South.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light airs from West by South to WSW.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from WNW first part and from NE to SE latter part.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters.

Divisions exercised at setting up drill, then the fire party were instructed in their duties.

Made preparations for coaling ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant, cool.

Light to gentle breezes from East to NE.

At 3.05pm got under way, B boiler and port engine, and went alongside the North American Commercial Company's steamer "Willamette".

At 2.58pm U.S.S. "Concord" hauled off from collier, and at 3.15pm left port.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, and F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, did 1½ hours' extra duty, in compliance with punishment awarded on the 12th of last month.


4pm to 8pm:

Partially clear and pleasant.

Light airs from ENE, hauling to SSW latter part.

At 4.40pm commenced coaling from the North American Commercial Company's steamer "Willamette", and at 6.00pm stopped coaling, having received 29 tons 289 pounds coal, delivered through chute on rail, steamer using her hoisting engine and ½-ton buckets.

Fishing party returned, having made a haul of salmon with seine and caught some trout.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather, fine sunset, bright starlight.

Light airs to light breeze from SW to SSW.


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2 June 1894

At Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.90, Long -166.52


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight.

Light breeze from South to South by West.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light variable airs and breezes.

At 7.07am began coaling ship from tackle of North American Commercial Company's steamer "Willamette".

Received about 17 tons of Comox coal during watch.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light airs and breezes from NE.

Coaling ship as yesterday.

Received on board during watch about 77 tons.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine.

Light NNE breeze.

Coaling ship from steamer "Willamette", receiving during watch 68 tons 1110 pounds.


4pm to 8pm:

Partially clear and cool.

Light to gentle breeze from NNE.

Calm last hour.

Coaling ship till 6.00pm, having taken in 48 tons.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with fog, clearing latter part of watch.

Light airs and breezes from NNE to South and calm.

Barometer falling.


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3 June 1894

At Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.90, Long -166.52


Midnight to 4am:

Partially clear and cool.

Light airs and breezes from East by North to ESE.

The "Lakme" left for St. Paul Island.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, foggy and damp.

Variable Easterly airs.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, misty over land, sun visible occasionally.

Light to gentle breeze from ENE to NE.

At 9.30am inspected crew at quarters after which called all hands to muster, read Articles for the Better Government of the Navy, and mustered the crew, no absentees.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light airs, increasing to moderate breeze from ENE to NE by North.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant, cool.

Gentle to stiff breezes in occasional squalls from NE to East.

Barometer steady.

At 6.20pm U.S.S. "Alert" was sighted off the harbor, and at 6.50pm she anchored in port, she having made her distinguishing pennant and [signal] interrogatory 1211, U.S.S. "Yorktown" made her distinguishing pennant and then affirmative.

At 7.40pm started fires under in A and C boilers.

Hunting and fishing parties of officers and men returned aboard.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Barometer steady.

NE breezes and calm.

Commander of U.S.S. "Alert" paid an official visit to the ship.


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4 June 1894

At sea, cruising to the Eastward of Unalaska

Lat 53.90, Long -166.52


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light breeze from North by East.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Calms and light airs from NE to NNW.

At 7.00am commenced coaling ship.

Received on board during watch 20 tons 944 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from Northward and Westward.

Finished coaling ship at 10.10am, having received a total of 310 tons, about 30 [tons] of which was piled on quarter deck, loose.

At 10.30am hauled off from collier and anchored in 16 fathoms water, soft bottom, with 22 fathoms on port chain.

Hoisted all boats.

At 11.40am mustered at quarters, all hands present.

At 11.55am got under way, under boilers A, B and C.

Stood out of harbor under the conn of the Commanding Officer.

At noon put over patent log, reading 24.4.

M. Davinney, Acting Boatswain's Mate First-class, was discharged from this ship and the Naval Service by reason of expiration of enlistment, he waiving all claims to consular aid and transportation to place of enlistment.

Draft of ship ford 13 feet 11 inches, aft 16 feet 7 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly clear, with passing fogs.

At 1.00pm turned to Eastward and stood out of Akutan Pass.

Encountered strong tide, probably about 5 knots, in this pass.

At 3.00pm set staysail.

At 3.35pm West end of Rootok Island bore 4 points on port bow.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 95.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Moderate NNW breeze.

Course S87°E.

At 4.30pm set foresail and staysail.

At 4.17pm changed course to N82°E, patent log [reading] 70.1, West end of Rootok Island abeam.

At 5.29pm East end of Avatanak Island bore abeam, patent log [reading] 83.1.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters.

Average steam 114 [pounds], revolutions 99.7.

Fog bank to Northeastward.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from NW.

Moderate swell from SE last hour.

Course N82°W.

Steam 112 [pounds], revolutions 98.5.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight latter part of watch.

At 10.10pm sighted a peak on Unimak Island bearing (per compass) N20°W, patent log [reading] 30.2.

Moon set at 10.25pm.

At 11.14pm got cast of lead (Thomson [sounding machine; Thompson in log-book]) running out 140 fathoms, no bottom.

At 11.20pm took in all sail.

Course during watch N82°E (per compass).

Average steam pressure 101.7 [pounds] and revolutions 89.7.


Unimak Island is also known as Ounimak Island.


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5 June 1894

At sea, cruising to the Eastward of Unalaska towards Kadiak [Island]

Lat 54.13, Long -160.56


Midnight to 4am:

Bright starlight first part, cloudy, with fog around horizon, latter part.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NW by West to NNW.

Lumpy, irregular sea.

Steaming course N82°E (per standard compass) until 12.20am, when changed course to N57°E, patent log [reading] 50.1.

At 3.00am sighted a high peak of land bearing NW¼W (per standard compass), but lost it soon afterwards.

At 3.15am set jib and foresail.

Saw several whales during last hour.

Average revolutions 95.5, steam pressure 111 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy, then clear and fine.

Gentle to moderate breezes from NW and NW by West.

Under steam in 3 boilers, staysail and foresail.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 93.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Moderate NW by West wind.

Course N57°E.

At 8.12am changed course to N46°E, patent log [reading] 29.5.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, exercised divisions as follows: 1st and 4th [Divisions] single sticks; 2nd and Powder [Divisions] small arms; 3rd and Navigator's [Divisions] great guns; Marines battery.

Captain awarded punishments as follows: H.R. Barker, Apprentice Second-class, E. Hannis, Seaman, A. Hasler, Seaman Apprentice First-class, and R. Wilson, Gunner's Mate Third-class, late hammocks, 2 hours' extra duty; W.N. Stevens, Corporal Marines, inattention at great gun drill, watch and watch for 48 hours; W.P. Munger, Apprentice First-class, disrespectful to Master-at-Arms, 10 days' boat keeper.

At 10.40am sighted a high snow clad peak bearing NW.

At 11.30am set clock ahead 20 minutes.

Average steam 105 [pounds], revolutions 96.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine, moderate breeze from NW to NW by West.

Course N46°E.

At 12.11pm changed course to N48°W (log [reading] 66.5).

Land in sight off port bow and beam during watch (Shumagin Islands).

At 3.56pm took bow bearing of highest peak on Chernabour Island [no bearing given] (log [reading] 96.1).

At end of watch this peak bore N22°W (magnetic).

Drilled Marines at great guns and recruits at small arms.

Saw a number of whales.

H.R. Barker, Apprentice Second-class, and A. Hasler, Apprentice First-class, each had two hours' extra duty, assigned by the Commanding Officer for late hammocks.

Steam 114 [pounds], average revolutions 100.5.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and fine.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NW by West.

At 4.50pm the highest point of Chernabour Island abeam (N42°W per compass), distant 19.9 miles, patent log [reading] 16.1.

At 5.52pm the highest point of Simeonoff Island abeam, patent log [reading] 27.2.

Course N48°E.

Average steam pressure 110 pounds and average revolutions 96.0.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light to gentle breezes from NW by West.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course N48°E (per standard compass), with jib and foresail set until 6.45pm, when took in sail.

Reduced the daily coal consumption to 20 tons.

Average revolutions 94.2, steam pressure 108 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, cool and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from NW.

All lights screened.

At 8.23pm Simeonoff Island bore broad off port quarter, having been passed about 25 miles distant.

Steam 103.2 [pounds], revolutions 84.3.


Kadiak Island is also known as Kodiak Island.

Chernabour Island is also known as Chernabura Island.

Simeonoff Island is also known as Simeonof Island.


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6 June 1894

At sea, cruising to the Eastward from Unalaska towards Kadiak [Island]

Lat 55.65, Long -155.80


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light breeze from West and NW.

Course N48°E.

Average steam 107.5 [pounds], revolutions 83.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, light drizzle last half of watch.

Gentle breeze from NW to WNW.

Course N48°E.

Sighted a number of whales during watch.

Steam 108 [pounds], revolutions 80.4.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, drizzling rain latter part.

Gentle breeze from WNW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Divisions exercised at setting up and aiming drill, then as follows: 1st and 4th [Divisions] small arms; 2nd and Powder [Divisions] great guns; 3rd and Navigator's [Divisions] single sticks; Marines infantry.

Made during watch the following changes of course: at 8.05am to N42°W (per compass), patent log [reading] 55.0; at 8.12am to NNW½W (per compass), patent log 57.0; and at 10.00am to N2°W (per compass), patent log 72.7.

At 11.00am sighted Chirikoff Island [Cherikoff in log-book] 1 point on starboard bow, stood toward one Western anchorage under conn of Commanding Officer.

Average steam pressure 109.7 [pounds] and revolutions 87.1.

By order of Commanding Officer C.A. Barnes, Apprentice First-class, was assigned 4 hours' extra duty, for swearing on the poop.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, with rain first part, clearing latter part.

Light airs and breezes from NW.

Standing to the Eastward around the South and Southeast end of Ukamok Island, conned by the Commanding Officer, distant about 3½ miles.

At 2.07pm set course N43°E (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 8.1 miles [knots in log-book], South Cape of Ukamok [Island] bearing S45°W (per standard compass), distant about 4 miles.

At 2.15pm Northeastern end of island abeam, distant 7½ miles.

Saw large flocks of sea birds and numerous whales during watch.

Average revolutions 88.7, steam pressure 111 pounds.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from North and NW by West.

At 4.12pm sighted Trinity Islands N10°E (per standard compass).

Saw many whales.

Steam 109.5 [pounds], revolutions 85.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and damp.

Light breezes from NW by West.

Course N43°E.

At 6.30pm a small conical island bore on port bow, patent log [reading] 48.5.

Average steam 108 [pounds], revolutions 84.2.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and drizzling, light airs from SW.

Course N43°E.

At 8.22pm East end of Sitkinak Island (Trinity Islands) bearing North by West (standard [compass]), changed course to ENE, log [reading] 65.2.

At 8.55pm East end Sitkinak Island abeam, distant approximately 17 miles, log [reading] 70.2.

At 9.45pm sighted a steamer's masthead light 2½ points on starboard bow, changed course to E½S (log [reading] 76.6), and headed for light.

At 10.05pm exchanged distinguishing lights with U.S.S. "Concord", also showed running lights.

At 10.10pm resumed course ENE.

At 10.15pm U.S.S. "Concord" signaled "stop" with Ardois lights, we stopped both engines and hauled in patent log, reading 82.0.

U.S.S. "Concord" ranged alongside to starboard and the Commanding Officers communicated by word.

At 10.28pm went ahead, both engines at 63 revolutions, put over patent log, reading 82.0.

Steam 107 [pounds], revolutions 69.5.

After speaking us U.S.S. "Concord" stood to Southward and Eastward.


Chirikoff Island is also known as Chirikof Island and Ukamok Island.


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7 June 1894

At sea, cruising to the Eastward from Unalaska towards Kadiak [Island]

Lat 56.88, Long -152.75


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and drizzling.

Calms and light airs from NW.

Course ENE (per compass).

Average steam pressure 114 pounds and average revolutions 61.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with drizzling rain.

Light Southeasterly airs and breezes.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course ENE (per standard compass), reduced speed (6 to 7 knots) until 6.25am, when changed course to NW¾W, patent log [reading] 25.0, increased speed and coal allowance to 20 tons per day.

At 4.30am saw one seal.

Average revolutions 71.7, steam pressure 113 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool, drizzling rain at times.

Light airs to gentle breezes from NNE.

Saw three seals.

At 9.50am went to quarters and exercised at setting up drill.

At 10.30am sighted Kadiak [Island] ahead.

At 11.12am changed course to NNE by standard compass, land then distant about 10 miles on port beam.

By order of Commanding Officer E.P. Weber, Landsman, was given acting appointment as Ship's Writer First-class, dating from June 1st, and F. Higgins, Coxswain, acting appointment as Boatswain's Mate First-class, from June 4th, 1894.

Steam 105 [pounds], revolutions 86.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, foggy and damp.

Occasional light drizzle.

NNE breezes.

Course ENE.

At 1.00pm fog obscured sight of Kadiak Island bearing on port quarter.

Average steam 106 [pounds], revolutions 81.3.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, with passing showers, sun visible at times.

Light breeze from NE to NNE.

Under steam alone, course ENE.

At 5 o'clock saw two small seals.

Had setting up drill at evening quarters.

Average steam 108 [pounds], average revolutions 84.1.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, drizzling rain at intervals.

Light breeze from ENE.

Course ENE.

Average steam pressure 108 pounds and average revolutions 81.1.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, clearing at intervals, heavy clouds and fog banks around horizon.

Light airs and breezes from NNE to North, calm first hour.

Light drizzling rain and mist last hour.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course ENE (per standard compass) until 8.16pm, when changed course to NW¾W (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 57.0.

At 8.25pm reduced speed to 6½ knots and coal consumption to 16 tons per day.

Running with all lights screened.

Average revolutions 59.9, steam pressure 104 pounds.


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8 June 1894

At sea, cruising, and anchored off Kadiak Island and St. Paul anchorage

Lat 57.70, Long -152.10


Midnight to 4am:

Partly clear and pleasant till 3.30am, when fog blew in from North by West.

Light breezes from North by West.

At 2.00am sighted Kadiak Island, distant about 30 miles.

At 3.40am, when lost by fog, bore N70°W (North end).

At 3.45am changed course to NNE½E.

At 3.55am stopped engines and prepared to anchor, having sounded and gotten 41 fathoms, sandy bottom.

Steam 113 [pounds], revolutions 58.5.

At 4.00am hauled in patent log.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, fine weather.

SW breezes.

At 4.15am anchored with kedge in 76 fathoms water.

Bearings: island North of Kadiak N70°W, island South of Kadiak S50°W, ship's head NW.

At 5.30am sighted a square-rigged steamer to WNW, and at 6.15am exchanged distinguishing pennants with U.S.S. "Ranger".

At 6.30am received an official visit from Captain of U.S.S. "Ranger", also a mail and a box of marine clothing.

At 7.45am began heaving in and at 8.00am got under way.

At 7.50am U.S.S. "Ranger" made [signal] interrogatory 4890, answered affirmative.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light to gentle breeze from SSW to South.

At 8.12am put over patent log, reading 6.5.

Course N61°W.

At 10.36am sighted what appeared to be a pinnacle rock.

Stopped ship, lowered boat, and after inspection the object proved to be a much worn spar, heel up, with kelp attached.

At 11.12am started ahead full speed, put over log, reading 31.2.

Course N61°W.

At 11.30am U.S.S. "Ranger" changed course to the Westward and shortly afterwards we lost sight of her.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew, had setting up exercise, then called away all boats armed and equipped for distant service, times as follows: 1st cutter 4 minutes 20 seconds; 2nd cutter 2 minutes 0 seconds; whaleboat 6 minutes 0 seconds; steam launch 8 minutes; and sailing launch 8 minutes 15 seconds.

At end of watch standing in for St. Paul Harbor, Kadiak, under conn of the Commanding Officer.

Steam 107 [pounds], revolutions 87.7.

Mirage particularly noticeable.

Saw several sperm whales.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from South.

At 1.08pm changed course to S80°W, patent log reading 47.7, and outer Humpback Rock on port beam (S33°E per compass).

At 1.34pm changed course to N14°W, patent log reading 5.6, then steamed various courses under conn of the Commanding Officer into harbor.

At 1.44pm hauled in patent log, reading 53.3.

At 1.52pm dropped port anchor in St. Paul anchorage in 17 fathoms (hard rock bottom), veered to 35 fathoms chain.

Kept up low steam in boilers.

Treasury Agent called on Commanding Officer.

Draft of ship 13 feet 1 inch forward and 16 feet 6 inches aft.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Light to gentle breezes from SE.

At 4.30pm got under way and stood out of port to the Southward and Eastward, conned by the Commanding Officer.

At 5.30pm set course N55°E (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 61.3, East point of Bare Island bearing N35°W per standard compass, distant 2½ miles.

At 5.35pm mustered at quarters and had setting up exercises, then went to fire quarters, divisions ready as follows: 1st [Division] 1 minute 35 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 0 seconds; 3rd [Division] 0 minutes 40 seconds; 4th [Division] 0 minutes 55 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 30 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 0 minutes 20 seconds; Marines 1 minute; and Engineer's [Division] 2 minutes 0 seconds.

Secured at 5.55pm: 1st Division 2 minutes 10 seconds; 2nd [Division] 2 minutes; 3rd [Division] 3 minutes 10 seconds; 4th [Division] 3 minutes; Powder [Division] 2 minutes; Marines 1 minute 30 seconds; and Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 21 seconds.

Ship's draft same as upon anchoring in previous watch.


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6pm to 8pm:

Partially cloudy and cool.

Gentle breezes from South by East.

Steam in 3 boilers, course N55°E.

Steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 100.4.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, then clear and fine, with bright moonlight.

Gentle breeze from South by West.

Course N55°E.

At 8.12pm stopped port engine to repair circulating pump.

At 8.20pm set staysail and foresail.

From 9.10pm made 9.3 knots under starboard engine and sail.

At 10.00pm, having finished repairs, went ahead on port engine.

Average steam 112.2 [pounds], revolutions 99.9.


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9 June 1894

At sea, cruising

Lat 58.05, Long -148.45


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, light breeze from SW by South.

Course N55°E.

At 12.20am furled sail.

Moon set at 12.35am.

Sun rose at 2.55am.

At 12.48am sighted the sealing schooner "Wanderer" of Victoria, British Columbia, without running lights, two points on starboard bow, heading to the Westward.

Bore down on her, lowered a boat and sent a boarding officer, Lieutenant Gill, on board, afterwards led a hawser to her, to keep her in position while examination was in progress.

Hove to at end of watch, head SSE.

Using one engine at times to keep in slack of hawser.

Captain Henry Paxton of the "Wanderer" brought his papers on board and had an interview with the Commanding Officer.

At end of watch Lieutenant Gill and boat's crew still on board the "Wanderer".


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from SW by South.

Sea smooth.

Hove to with schooner "Wanderer" in tow until 7.48am, when Lieutenant Gill returned aboard, having delivered "Warning", "Official papers", "Permission to seal", and having sealed all guns, ammunition, et cetera.

At 7.48am went ahead on course N55°E (per standard compass), patent log reading 34.4.

The schooner "Wanderer" stood to the Northward bound for Sand Point.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light to gentle breezes from SW and South.

Cleaning ship.

Got up and bent mainsail on foremast using cargo boom for gaff.

Under steam in 3 boilers, foresail and mainsail set as above, course N55°E till 8.55am, when changed to N46°E (per standard compass).


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine, light haze around horizon.

Moderate breeze from SW to WSW.

Steam and sail on foremast, course N46°E.

At 12.12pm changed course to N44°E, and at 12.17pm to N40°E, patent log [reading] 81.7.

Average steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 103.5.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather, moderate to gentle breeze from WSW.

Under steam and sail on foremast, course N40°E.

Had setting up exercises at evening quarters.

Saw several whales during watch.

Lieutenant Cutler inspected holds and store rooms and Passed Assistant Surgeon Lumsden made sanitary inspection required by Navy Regulations Circular number 8.

Average steam 108 [pounds], average revolutions 99.


6pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, fine weather.

Gentle to moderate breeze from WSW.

At 7.35pm set two trysails, wing and wing forward.

Average revolutions 93.8 and steam pressure 105 [pounds].


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, dim moonlight, heavy dew latter part.

Moderate breeze from WSW.

Steaming course N40°E (per standard compass) until 8.18pm, when changed to N33°E (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 70.7.

Fore and main trysails set in foremast.

Average revolutions 100.2, steam pressure 113 pounds.


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10 June 1894

At sea, cruising, and at anchor in Yakutat Bay, Alaska

Lat 59.60, Long -140.98


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and fine first part, then clouding over.

Moderate to gentle breezes from SW to West by South.

At 1.00am sighted distant land, the most prominent Western point bore N13°W (per standard compass), the most Eastern point a high peak N28°E (per standard compass).

At 2.00am haze shut out land.

At 2.30am goose winged mainsail and set staysail.

Steam 114 [pounds], revolutions 99.8.

Sun rose at 2.30am.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Gentle WSW breeze.

Barometer steady.

Course N33°E, steam and sail.

At 5.27am, patent log [reading] 72.0, changed course to N55°E.

At 7.26am changed course to N60°E, patent log [reading] 95.6.

At 7.40am wind fell light and took in sail.

Average steam 115 [pounds], revolutions 99.6.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, hazy about horizon first half of watch.

Gentle to light airs from West.

Course N60°E.

Kept sounding machine going at half hour intervals, 170 fathoms wire was allowed to run out and no bottom.

At 10.48am sighted snow covered land bearing North by E½E, log [reading] 33.5.

At end of watch ship off [Yukon?] Plateau, with land in sight ahead port bow and beam, excepting an opening about ½ point on port bow, supposed to be Yakutat Bay.

At 10.00am the crew was mustered at quarters, the Commanding Officer inspecting both ship and crew.

Saw several small seals during watch, also two sperm whales, and several fin back whales.

Steam 112 [pounds], revolutions 102.0.

The hour between 11.00am and noon was shortened 30 minutes.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from Westward, gradually changing to Northward, then to SE.

At 2.00pm Mount St. Elias abeam (N52°W per compass).

Made the following changes of course: at 12.12pm to N38°E (per compass), patent log [reading] 43.5; at 2.12pm to N49°E, patent log 66.5; at 2.29pm to N82°E, patent log 68.0; at 3.03pm to N85°E, patent log 76.3; at 3.30pm to N78°E, patent log 81.6, then steered various courses under conn of Captain for anchorage in Port Mulgrave.

At 3.42pm hauled in patent log, reading 84.4.

Average steam pressure 116 [pounds] and average revolutions 103.3.

Lost while taking sounding: 100 fathoms of wire; 1 lead; and 1 tube holder of Thomson [Thompson in log-book] sounding machine.

W. McKay, Master-at-Arms Third-class, rated to Chief Master-at-Arms from April 6, 1894.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant, cool.

Light airs and breezes from SW by West.

Standing into Yakutat harbor for an anchorage.

At 4.15pm anchored in 22 fathoms of water, clay bottom, 60 fathoms on starboard chain.

Sent an officer ashore to communicate with people of settlement.

Numerous natives visited the ship.

At 5.38pm got under way, and at 5.42pm went ahead full speed, standing out of port conned by the Commanding Officer.

At end of watch rounding Cape Phipps, distant about 1½ miles on port beam.

Ship's draft on entering and leaving port: forward 13 feet 0 inches; aft 16 feet 5 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, cool and damp.

Light airs from South and SSW.

At 6.24pm, course S69°E, Ocean Cape abeam, distant 1½ miles, patent log [reading] 92.1.

At 6.31pm changed course to S64°E per standard compass, patent log [reading] 93.6.

Saw 8 or 10 seals this watch.

Steam 115 [pounds], revolutions 104.8.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and damp, foggy last half of watch.

Light SSW airs and breezes.

Steam alone, course S64°E.

Passed a large amount of floating kelp.

Average steam 109 [pounds], revolutions 102.1.


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11 June 1894

At sea, cruising, and at anchor in Sitka Harbor, Alaska

Lat 56.95, Long -136.17


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty to Southward, foggy last two hours.

Light airs from SE.

Course S64°E.

Land in sight from one point forward to 3 points abaft the beam, the Southernmost land in sight when fog shut it out at 3.25am bore ½ point forward port beam.

At 1.22am sighted a mountain peak through an opening in the clouds, it then bore N5°E per standard compass.

Steam 107.5 [pounds], revolutions 99.9.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, foggy weather.

Light airs and breezes from SW.

Course during watch S64°E (per compass).

At 8.00am changed to S77°E (per compass), patent log [reading] 41.0.

Average steam pressure 109.5 [pounds] and average revolutions 97.4.

About 5.45am sighted a large number of seals on port bow, making to Northward.

At 7.45am passed two seals very close on starboard side.

Average revolutions 97.4, steam pressure 109.5 [pounds].


8am to meridian:

Overcast and foggy, clearing latter part.

Light airs from SW and West.

Steaming course S77°E until 9.00am, when changed to S64°E, patent log [reading] 52.9.

At 10.32am changed to [course] S77°E, patent log [reading] 70.2.

Sounding every 20 minutes, no bottom with 180 fathoms of wire out.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, had setting up exercises and drilled 1st and 4th Divisions at great guns, 2nd and Powder Divisions single sticks; 3rd and Navigator's Divisions small arms, Marines infantry.

Average revolutions 101.4, steam 113 pounds.

Saw several whales and seals during watch.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy and misty first hour, then clearing.

Light breezes from WNW to SSW.

Running the sounding machine till 2.00pm, sounding as follows: 200 [fathoms]; 200; 200, up and down, all without bottom.

Then using tube from 1.40pm to 2.00pm, got bottom as follows: 155 [fathoms]; 155; 130.

At 12.15pm changed course to N48°E, which ran on till 1.40pm, when changed to N70°E and sighted Mount Edgecumbe [Edgecombe in log-book] broad off port bow.

After 2.30pm standing into Sitka Sound under conn of Commanding Officer.

At 3.45pm sighted U.S.S. "Mohican" at anchor and exchanged distinguishing pennants.

Saw two or three seals.

Steam 113 [pounds], revolutions 101.5.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Southwesterly breezes.

Standing into Sitka Harbor under [in in log-book] conn of Captain.

Exchanged pennants with U.S.S. "Mohican" and U.S.S. "Adams", and received permission to anchor.

At 4.20pm came to in 12 fathoms, veering to 40 on port chain.

Hauled fires.

Bearings of anchorage: The Twins ESE, Turning Island SW by W½W, East tangent Kutkan Island [Kudkan Island in log-book] South by East, magnetic.

Found U.S.S. "Mohican", U.S.S. "Adams", U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin", U.S.S. "Pinta" and U.S Lighthouse Tender "Columbine", also H.M.S. "Pheasant".

Received a visit from H.M.S. "Pheasant's" boarding officer and sent an officer to return same.

Captain paid an official visit to U.S.S. "Mohican".

Received an official visit from Captain of U.S.S. "Pinta".

Draft of ship 12 feet 5 inches forward, 16 feet 4 inches aft.

U.S.C. & G.S.S. "[Ferdinand R.] Hassler" came in and anchored.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, foggy about horizon and mountains.

Light airs and breezes from SSW.


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12 June 1894

At anchor in Sitka Harbor, Alaska

Lat 57.04, Long -135.34


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, foggy and damp.

Light airs from NNW and North.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and rainy.

Light airs from North, then calm.

At 6.55am U.S.S. "Mohican" made [signal] affirmative 6157.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and drizzling.

Light Westerly airs.

Cleaning ship outside.

Scrubbing smokestack and ventilators.

Received official calls from Commander Farenholt, Lighthouse Inspector, and from Commanding Officer of U.S.C. & G.S.S. "[Ferdinand R.] Hassler".

Captain paid official calls on H.M.S. "Pheasant", U.S.S. "Pinta" and Governor of Alaska.

Punishment awarded as follows: J.H. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class, turning in hammock during watch on deck, 6 days' extra duty.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and misty, light drizzle, excepting 3rd hour.

Light airs from WSW.

Received official visits from the Commanding officers of His British Majesty's gunboat H.M.S. "Pheasant" and U.S. Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin".

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, had 3 hours' extra duty as boat keeper, part of punishment assigned by the Commanding Officer on the 12th of May, for disobedience of orders.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, foggy about horizon, drizzling rain first hour.

Light airs from WSW.

At 4.24pm U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" hauled alongside of the coal dock and U.S.S. "Mohican", having dropped down from same dock, came to anchor.

J. McPherson, Apprentice, was given 1½ hours' extra duty, and J.E. Cooke, Apprentice, 2½ hours' extra duty as boat keeper, both as part of punishment assigned by Commanding Officer, the former today and latter on May 12th.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool, drizzling rain latter part.

Light airs from West.


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13 June 1894

At anchor in Sitka Harbor, Alaska

Lat 57.04, Long -135.34


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy, drizzling and calm.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and drizzling.

Light airs from NE, then calm.

At 7 o'clock U.S.S. "Mohican" made [signal] geographic 6157.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, drizzling rain first part.

Calms and light airs from SW to WSW.

At 9.00am started fires under boiler C.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice, was given 2½ hours' extra duty as boat keeper, and J. McPherson, Apprentice, was given 1½ hours' extra duty, both as part of punishment assigned by Commanding Officer, the former May 12, and latter June 12.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and misty, clearing latter part.

Light Southwesterly airs.

At 1.15pm the Governor of the Territory of Alaska visited the ship and was received with honors, upon his departure, at 1.40pm, fired a salute of 17 guns, with the American ensign at the fore, expending 17 6-pounder saluting charges, corks and primers.

At 3.30pm U.S.S. "Mohican" made general signal 2983.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, did 3 hours' extra duty, and F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, ½ hour extra duty, in compliance with punishment assigned May 10th and June 12th respectively.

J.H. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class, did 3 hours' extra duty punishment, assigned June 12th.

Sent a liberty party ashore.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool, misty at times.

By order of Commanding Officer J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, performed 3 hours' extra duty, F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, 3 hours, and J.H. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class, 1 hour.

At 4.15pm the "Queen" stood out of harbor.

At 5.00pm U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" left the coal slip and stood to Eastward, flying [signal] international M.L.V., this being answered by U.S.S. "Mohican", she made international M.F.V., which was granted by U.S.S. "Mohican", she then anchored in a cove to Northward of U.S.S. "Mohican".


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, drizzling last hour, light airs from WSW to NW.


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14 June 1894

At anchor in Sitka Harbor, Alaska

Lat 57.04, Long -135.34


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light airs from North to NW.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and damp.

Light airs and breezes from North to NNW.

Making preparations to coal ship.

U.S.S. "Adams" and U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" ["Corwine" in log-book] left port at 6.00am and 8.00am respectively.

Liberty party returned on board.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made general signal geographic 6157.

The United States ensign loaned to H.M.S. "Pheasant" was returned to the ship.

At 4.45am the U.S Lighthouse Tender "Columbine" left port.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Light breezes from West and WNW.

At 8.30am got under way and stood out Middle Passage, returning through Northern passage, and hauled alongside coal ship "America".

At 10.20am commenced coaling using "America's" tackle.

At 12.00pm had received on board 37 tons 890 pounds.

At 9.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" stood to sea.

At 10.30am H.M.S. "Pheasant" stood to sea.

Received in Paymaster's Department from E. DeGroff [F. DeGroff in log-book], Sitka: 98¾ pounds beef; 98¾ pounds vegetables; and 79 pounds bread.

F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, did 3 hours' boat duty, and J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, 4 hours' boat duty.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from West.

Coaling ship, received a total of 100 tons since beginning coaling.

Received in Construction [Department]: 100 feet pine lumber; 3 gallons alcohol; 15 pounds shellac; in Equipment Department: 200 coal bags.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SW to West.

Coaling ship, having received total of 139½ tons since commencing this morning.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, had 4 hours' boat duty, part of punishment assigned by the Commanding Officer May 12th, for disobedience of orders.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle breezes to light airs from West by North to WSW.


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15 June 1894

At Sitka, and at sea, cruising

Lat 56.97, Long -135.70 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool.

Light breezes from WNW, then calm.

The schooner "C.D. Rand" stood out of the harbor.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light Easterly airs.

At 4.00am started fires under boilers A and B.

At 7.10am began coaling, received during watch about 23 tons coal.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs to light breeze from SSW to SW.

At 9.40am finished coaling, and hauled off from the "America".

After hoisting boats stood out of Southern entrance to Sitka Harbor under conn of the Commanding Officer.

At 10.52am put over patent log, it registered 24.4, ship abreast of buoy number 3.

At end of watch ship about ½ mile to Southward of Saint Lazaria Island.

At 9.50am U.S.S. "Pinta" made [signal] interrogatory 4395, we answered and displayed affirmative.

Draft forward 13 feet 11 inches, aft 16 feet 9 inches.

Received from E. DeGroff for use of crew: 123 pounds fresh bread; and 195 pounds fresh vegetables.

Total amount of coal received 186 tons 1430 pounds, about 25 tons of which was stowed on deck.

Passed the schooner "C.D. Rand" of Vancouver, British Columbia.

She showed her colors, a white flag with a blue cross, and sealing flag.

We showed our colors.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, had two hours' extra duty as boat keeper, part punishment assigned by the Commanding Officer May 12th, for disobedience of orders.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light to gentle breeze from SW by South to South by East.

Under steam alone, using A, B and D boilers.

At 12.35pm set course S88°W (per compass), patent log reading 42.5, and Sitka Point bearing N37°W (per compass).

At 12.46pm Sitka Point on starboard beam (N2°W per compass) and distant 2.3 miles.

Average steam pressure 114 pounds and average revolutions 98.8.


4pm to 6pm:

Raining.

Gentle breeze from South by East.

Ship pitching easily to light Southwesterly swell.

Steaming (boilers A, B and D) course S88°W (per standard compass).

At 5.55pm mustered at quarters.

At 5.50pm set fore staysail.

Barometer falling slowly.

Average revolutions 94.5, steam 108 [pounds].


6pm to 8pm:

Rainy weather.

Gentle breezes from SSE.

At 6.30pm set staysail and foresail.

Steam 113 [pounds], revolutions 95.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, drizzling, foggy and wet.

Light breeze from South.

Long SSW swell.

Steam and sail, course S88°W.

Passing through occasional light fog banks.

At 11.00pm took in sail.

Average steam 108.5 [pounds], revolutions 91.8.


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16 June 1894

At sea, cruising

Lat 58.70, Long -142.44


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and misty at times, drizzling last hour.

Light to gentle breeze from SW to WSW.

Occasional long swell from SW.

Saw several whales.

Steam 114 [pounds], revolutions 95.5.

Course S88°W.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, foggy about horizon, light drizzling rain first hour.

At 7.45am sighted a seal.

Course during watch S88°W.

Average steam pressure 109 [pounds] and average revolutions 90.


8am to meridian:

Clearing weather.

Gentle to moderate breezes from SW.

Sea smooth.

Steam alone.

At 8.00am changed course to S77°W (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 36.7.

At 9.40am, patent log reading 53.4, the Commanding Officer and Quartermaster saw land, bearing N69°W (per standard compass).

The weekly inspection of hull, et cetera, (United States Navy Regulations Circular number 8) was made by Ensign Jackson and Assistant Engineer Moritz.

The Commanding Officer awarded the following punishments: J.H. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class, June 15th, negligence while on lookout at masthead, 8 hours' extra lookout; C.E. Sandrowski, Oiler, June 16th, not calling part of watch, reading on watch and talking back to machinist of watch, 10 days' double irons.

Sent below the last of deck load of coal.

Saw several whales during watch.

Average revolutions 94.2, steam pressure 110 pounds.

Set clock back 25 minutes during last hour.

C.E. Sandrowski, Oiler, was reduced to 4th conduct class by order of Commanding Officer.

Signed indication of the Commanding Officer, the land above mentioned was not seen by Officer of Watch.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partially clear and pleasant weather.

Gentle breezes from SW.

At 12.27pm changed course to N82°W.

Scrubbed clothes, coal bags and screens.

By order of Commanding Officer J.H. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class, stood 2 hours' extra lookout, for negligence while on lookout June 15.

Saw several schools of whales, also one seal.

By order of Commanding Officer Ensign H.A. Field was placed under suspension till further orders, for declining to obey Commanding Officer's orders in regard to an entry in the log.

Steam 112 [pounds], revolutions 90.

At 3.50pm saw loom of land for a few minutes on starboard bow.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from South.

Barometer steady.

Course N82°W.

At 4.15pm set staysail and foresail.

At 5.20pm sighted the island off Cape St. Elias bearing WNW.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters.

Average steam 108 [pounds], revolutions 92.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and partly misty.

Land shut out for about 20 minutes between 7 and 8 o'clock.

At 6.37pm left tangent Kaye Island bore N63°W (log [reading] 45.7), at end of watch it bore NW (magnetic).

J.H. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class, stood two hours' extra lookout by order of Commanding Officer, for negligence on masthead lookout.

Average steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 93.6.


8pm to midnight:

Generally overcast and cloudy.

Light breeze from South to ESE.

At 8.27pm, patent log [reading] 64.3, the rock off Southern end of St. Elias Cape on starboard bow N37°W (per compass).

At 9.25pm, patent log [reading] 73.9, it bore abeam (N8°E), distant 9.6 miles.

At 9.30pm changed speed to 50 revolutions.

At 9.35pm changed course to N77°W (per compass), patent log [reading] 75.7.

At 11.17pm same rock bore N60°E.

At 11.30pm lost sight of Kaye Island in fog and darkness.

Between 9.00pm and 10.00pm temperature of sea water rose 6° [Fahrenheit] and between 11.00pm and 12.00am dropped 4° [Fahrenheit].

J.H. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class, was given 2 hours' extra lookout, as part of punishment assigned by Commanding Officer.

Average steam 116 [pounds] and revolutions 66.9.


Kaye Island is also known as Kayak Island.


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17 June 1894

At anchor Port Etches, Hinchinbrook Island, Prince William Sound

Lat 60.346, Long -146.594


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, with drizzling rain in passing showers.

Gentle breezes from ESE.

At 2.15am changed course to N80°W, patent log reading 2.0.

At 3.35am sighted land ahead and on starboard bow.

Running sounding machine, with speed 6 knots got bottom: at 1.00am, 90 fathoms; at 2.00am with 73 fathoms; at 2.30am, speed 9 knots, 93 fathoms; at 3.00am with 100 [fathoms]; at 3.30am with 97 [fathoms]; all bottom hard and rocky.

Running under partially banked fires till 2.00am, when spread fires and went ahead full speed.

Steam 111 [pounds], revolutions 66.8.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy, foggy and wet.

Light to moderate wind from East.

Course N80°W.

At 4.14am changed course to S80°W, patent log [reading] 23.0.

Land in sight along starboard hand.

Changing course frequently running out of bight to Southwestward.

At 5.47am Cape Hinchinbrook bore on bow, patent log [reading] 39.0, and was abeam at 6.05am, patent log 42.3, making it 3.2 miles distant.

Rounding Cape Hinchinbrook and standing into Port Etches.

At 5.45am sighted Seal Rocks and Montague Island.

At 7.15am made out U.S.S. "Mohican" and U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" at anchor.

Exchanged distinguishing pennants and received permission to anchor, and bank fires.

At 7.30am hauled in patent log, reading 56.0.

At 7.41am came to in 12 fathoms, veering to 45 fathoms starboard chain.

Set clock back 19 minutes.

Draft 13 feet 7 inches forward, 16 feet 5 inches aft.

Bearings: Phipps Point N78°W, small island N31°W, magnetic.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and rainy, light airs to light breeze from East to ENE.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, drizzling rain, hazy about land and horizon.

At 1.10pm Lieutenant Boush in 1st cutter went to reconnoiter Constantine Bay for sealers.

He returned at 3.30pm, having found none.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool, drizzling rain.

Light to gentle breezes from NE.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and rainy.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NE.

At 9.29pm made sundown with U.S.S. "Mohican".

At 11.30pm sighted a schooner in the offing beating in.


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18 June 1894

At anchor Port Etches, and at sea, cruising

Lat 60.346, Long -146.594


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy, foggy about horizon.

At 12.50am a schooner came in and passed into Constantine Bay.

At 2.28am U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" got under way and stood out of harbor.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty, raining first part.

Light airs to moderate breeze from NE.

At 6.55am U.S.S. "Mohican" made time and dress signal geographic 6157.

Made preparations for sea.

Lieutenant Cutler boarded the "Lydia", which proved to be a trading schooner from St. Paul, Kadiak.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, drizzling and damp.

Light NE breeze.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

At 9.40am hove up and stood out under [in in log-book] conn of Captain.

At 9.58am put over patent log, reading 56.1, and set course W½N.

U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" in sight, bearing West by North and standing ESE.

Made to her [signal international] D.V.C.F., and at 10.42am hauled in patent log, reading 63.7, and stopped engine to converse with U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin".

At 10.53am put over patent log, and in company with U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" returned to Port Etches.

At end of watch hauled in patent log, reading 73.7, and stopped engines while communicating with U.S.S. "Mohican".

Asked and received permission to anchor.

Draft 13 feet 7 inches forward, 16 feet 5 inches aft.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, light passing showers 3rd hour, clearing somewhat at close [of watch].

Light airs to light breeze from SW, East and NE.

At 12.07pm anchored in 11½ fathoms water, 25 fathoms starboard chain.

Anchorage practically the same as one occupied this morning.

At 12.40pm asked permission to get under way, which was answered and granted by U.S.S. "Mohican".

At 12.43pm got under way and stood out of Port Etches under conn of the Commanding Officer.

At 12.50pm put over patent log, it registered 73.7.

At 1.18pm, Eastern point of entrance being abeam, distant approximately 1 mile, set course S13°W, log [reading] 78.4.

At 1.47pm took bow bearing of Seal Rocks (log [reading] 83.8), at 2.02pm Seal Rocks off port beam, distant 2.4 knots, log 86.2.

At this time set course South.

Sail lockers were scraped and painted.

At 2.44pm changed course to S3°E, log [reading] 93.5, to overcome set to Westward, and at 2.56pm changed to S16°E, patent log 95.6.

At 3.00pm set foresail and fore staysail.

At 3.37pm took bow bearing of Wooded Island, log [reading] 2.6.

J.H. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class, had 3 hours' extra duty, part punishment assigned by the Commanding Officer on the 16th of this month, for negligence while on lookout.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 97.7.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs from ENE to North.

At 4.05pm, Wooded Island off Montague Island bearing on starboard beam, distant 4.6 miles, changed course to S5°W, patent log reading 7.2.

At 4.10pm took in all sail, and at 5.50pm set fore trysail again.

At 5.40pm South end of Montague Island abeam (N85°W per compass), distant by bow and beam bearings 13 miles.

J.H. McPherson, Apprentice, was given 1½ hours' extra duty as part of punishment assigned by Commanding Officer on June 12.

Average steam pressure 100 pounds and average revolutions 83.8.


6pm to 8pm:

Partially clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from North.

At end of watch Montague Island on starboard quarter and mainland in sight on starboard beam.

Steam 105 [pounds], revolutions 82.8.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from North.

Course S5°W.

At 10.27pm changed course to S83°W, patent log [reading] 64.8.

High land of the Kenai Peninsula in sight during watch.

At 11.11pm a small island bore on starboard bow, patent log [reading] 71.3.

Average steam 104 [pounds], revolutions 82.3.


Kadiak is also known as Kodiak.


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19 June 1894

At sea, cruising, and at anchor Coal Bay, Cook Inlet, Alaska

Lat 58.87, Long -151.72


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright moon.

Light airs from WSW.

Land in sight from starboard beam to ahead during entire watch.

Course S83°W.

At 2.41am took bow bearing of apparently the nearest small island ([left blank]), log [reading] 2.9.

Changed course before this island was abeam.

At 4 o'clock noticed water breaking ahead, put ship's head to S11°W, breaking water was due to carcass of whale.

Average steam 113 pounds, revolutions 82.3.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather first part, foggy latter part.

Calm first hour, then light to gentle breezes from South to SSE remainder of watch.

At 7.46am, patent log reading 50.9, changed course to S64°W.

At 5.08am, patent log [reading] 23.7, the largest of Pye Islands bore abeam (N79°W per compass), and at 6.24am same island bore N40°W (per compass), patent log 37.1, then lost island in fog.

Average steam pressure 108.5 pounds, average revolutions 91.1.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather, clouding over last hour.

Light to gentle breezes from ESE to SE.

Course S64°W (per standard compass) till 9.11am, when changed to S78°, at 9.21am changed to S69°W, which course held till 11.05am, then changed to S58°W.

At 11.30am discovered strong indications of a shoal in broken water on starboard bow.

A large number of birds and whales feeding around it.

Steered clear of it, getting bottom at 11 knots speed with 50 fathoms wire, gravelly bottom.

After passing hove to and lowered boat, sent Lieutenant Fickbohm to sound.

He reported 31 fathoms, but did not get soundings at point which appeared from ship to be the most broken water.

Plotting bearings on chart.

Had battalion drill, heavy marching order.

Steam 114 [pounds], revolutions 91.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, foggy and damp.

Moderate to fresh wind from ESE to East.

Course SW by South.

At 12.50pm changed course to SW by West, patent log [reading] 98.0.

At 1.00pm largest outlying rock of Barren Islands bore on bow, patent log [reading] 99.8.

At 1.32pm rock abeam, patent log [reading] 5.2, making it distant 5.4 miles [knots in log-book], changed course to West.

At 1.00pm piped aired bedding down.

At 2.00pm changed course to WNW, patent log [reading] 0.8, and at 2.20pm to NW by North, patent log 12.6.

At 2.37pm changed course to N½W, patent log [reading] 15.2.

At 2.40pm passed U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" close aboard to Westward of Barren Islands and made to her [signal international] Q.C.B., R.K.T., B.R.D., L.V.N., Q.C.B.

U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" made [signal international] C.W.F.

First hour, while rounding Barren Islands, coast of Kadiak in sight and looking down Shelikoff Strait, later shut in foggy and thick [mist].

At end of watch standing up entrance to Cook Inlet, U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" having gone to western side of inlet.

Average steam 121 [pounds], revolutions 92.7.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and misty, rainy last hour.

Stiff breeze from East by South.

Under steam, foresail and fore trysail, course South.

Ship standing up Cook Inlet conned by the Commanding Officer, changing course 1 point at the time for an anchorage in Chugachik Bay.

At 5.20pm sighted a schooner, which proved to be the "Mary A. Anderson" of Kadiak.

We hoisted colors and signal international "I wish to communicate".

Also fired one shot from starboard 6-inch gun.

The schooner hove to 2 miles to Southward of Graham Harbor and Flat Islands.

Sent Ensign Jackson on board, who signaled that the vessel was a trading schooner.

Expended one 6-inch reduced charge and one common shell.


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6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, drizzling rain.

Moderate to stiff breeze from Eastward.

At 7.20pm got under way and during watch steaming round Dangerous Cape.

Put over patent log at 7.24pm, reading 50.4.

Ensign Jackson, who boarded the American schooner "Mary A. Anderson", served a warning on that vessel and sealed her arms.

Average steam pressure 112 pounds and average revolutions 97.4.

Lost by leadsman: 1 14-pound lead; and 7 fathoms of lead line.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle to fresh breezes in squalls from ENE.

Standing up Kachemak Bay [Kuchemak Bay in log-book] under conn of Commanding Officer.

At 10.20pm anchored in 10 fathoms water, muddy bottom, 35 fathoms port chain.


Shelikoff Strait is also known as Shelikof Strait.

Chugachik Bay is also known as Kachemak Bay and Kochekmuck Bay.

Graham Harbor is also known as Port Graham.


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20 June 1894

At sea, cruising

Lat 59.15, Long -152.30


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Light SE by East breeze, shifting to West.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light breeze from NW to West.

Lieutenant Gill was sent on shore to communicate with trader in house on the point.

At 7.25am got under way and stood out of Coal Harbor, conned by the Commanding Officer.

At 7.35am the point being abeam, distant ¼ miles, put over patent log, it registered 78.4, and steered course SW by South.

At end of watch Yukon Island was abeam, the ship being at the time under conn of the Navigator, current setting ship to the Southward.

Noticed an apparent stand in the ebbing tide, which was afterwards followed by a rapid fall, this when the ship was at anchor.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 88.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, hazy about the horizon.

Light to gentle breeze from WNW to NW first part, about 11.28am backed suddenly to Eastward and nearer to fresh breeze.

At 9.10am sighted U.S.S. "Mohican" off Dangerous Cape standing towards us.

We made the following signals: 2411 and 3127.

At 9.48am stopped near U.S.S. "Mohican" and Commanding Officer went onboard.

Upon his return at 10.12am we started ahead again, stood out of Cook Inlet.

At 10.12am put over patent log, reading 0.2, and set course S7°W per compass, Cape Dangerous bearing SE, magnetic, and distant about 4 miles.

At 12.25am Cape Bede [Point Bede in log-book] abeam, patent log [reading] 11.7.

At 10.30am set foresail and fore trysail.

Average steam pressure 113 pounds and average revolutions 96.7.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, all divisions exercised at setting up drill, then as follows: 1st and Navigator's [Divisions] single sticks; 2nd and Powder [Divisions] great guns; 3rd and 4th [Divisions] small arms; and Marines infantry.

C. Ellis, Coal Passer, for not washing clothes, when sent on deck by Master-at-Arms, was ordered by Commanding Officer to scrub three pieces of clothes.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and misty, setting in thick to Southward and Eastward.

At 1.00pm weather growing coarse, wind and sea increasing, and unable to make out land on port bow, headed about for Coal Harbor in Kachemak Bay, course North by East.

About 2.30pm all land shut out, except Cape Bede.

Carried staysail and foresail till 1.00pm, ship heeled about 3° and occasionally rolling rather deeply.

Stiff to fresh breezes from East and ENE, moderating as she got in lee of land.

At 2.30pm wind shifted, coming out from WNW in fresh breezes, then moderating and hauling to Northward.

At 3.15pm changed course to NE by North and later to NE½E.

At end of watch off Port Graham.

By order of Commanding Officer J.H. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class, stood two hours' extra lookout, for negligence when on lookout.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 83.

Sighted a schooner near Cape Bede standing to Southward, probably the "Mary A. Anderson", which was anchored in Port Graham yesterday.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Light breeze from North.

Standing up Kachemak Bay under [in in log-book] conn of Navigator.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters.

At end of watch off Cohen Island.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light breeze from West by South to WSW.

Standing up Kachemak Bay [Kuchemak Bay in log-book] under conn of the Commanding Officer.

At 6.00pm hauled in patent log, registering 75.7.

At 6.26pm anchored in 9 fathoms, ¼ mile to Westward of traders store on North side of spit, mud bottom, 35 fathoms starboard chain.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 88.


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8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, fine weather.

Light airs and breezes from SSW to SW.

At 9.00pm hauled fires under A and D boilers.

At 9.40pm low slack water, commenced swinging to ebb, finished at 11.20pm.


Cape Bede is also known as Point Adam.


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21 June 1894

At anchor Coal Harbor, Chugachik Bay, Cook Inlet

Lat 59.60, Long -151.43


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool.

Calm, with occasional light airs from West and WSW.

At 3.00am sighted a schooner standing in toward Port Graham to Northward of Cape Bede.

At 3.40am she put about standing to Westward.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Calm and Westerly airs.

Scrubbed mattress covers.

At 6.30am sent steam cutter in charge of Lieutenant Boush to board a schooner to seaward.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, drizzling rain at intervals.

Calm and light airs from West by North.

Low slack water at 10.10am.

J. McPherson, Apprentice, was given 2 hours' extra duty, as part of punishment assigned by Commanding Officer June 12th, J.E. Cooke, Apprentice, 2 hours' extra duty as boat keeper, as assigned by Commanding Officer May 12th, and F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice, ¾ hour's extra duty as boat keeper, as assigned by Commanding Officer May 10th.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and misty, raining at intervals.

Light to gentle breezes from WNW to SW.

Ship swinging to flood at beginning of watch, when getting only 2½ fathoms, muddy bottom, under the stern, hove in to 15 fathoms on starboard chain, clearing the bank.

At 3.30pm ship heading to Westward, veered to 34 fathoms.

At 2.00pm Lieutenant Boush returned and reported that the schooner was the "Kadiak" of Kadiak, engaged in coasting trade, with permission to land Indians for otter hunting.

She had been warned by other vessels of Bering Sea Fleet.

F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, performed 4 hours' extra duty punishment, assigned May 10th, and J.H. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class, 2 hours' punishment, assigned May 2nd, by order of Commanding Officer.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, drizzling first hour.

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

At 5.30pm shifted anchorage to 13½ fathoms, veering to 42 fathoms starboard chain.

F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, had 3½ hours' extra duty by order of Commanding Officer, part punishment assigned May 10, and J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, had ½ hour, part punishment assigned May 12.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, foggy about mountains, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from South.

At 1.20pm [sic] low slack water.

Engaged during watch at work on boiler A.


Kadiak is also known as Kodiak.


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22 June 1894

At anchor Coal Harbor, and at sea, cruising

Lat 59.60, Long -151.43


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy and cool, low fog drifting in from seaward.

Light breezes from SSW and SW.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, foggy over land.

SW airs.

Barometer rising.

At 6.10am started fires under boiler D.

Made preparations for sea.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather, heavy fog drifting from Southward and Westward obscuring land.

Fog lifted at 9.30am.

At 9.30am started fires under boiler C.

Slack water at 11.45am.

At 11.45am got under way under two boilers and stood out of Coal Harbor under conn of the Commanding Officer.

At 11.57am put over patent log, reading 75.7, the point being abeam and ship on course SSW.

Draft forward 13 feet 1 inch, aft 16 feet 5 inches.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected crew at quarters, after which had setting up exercise, and then called "All hands abandon ship".

Times as follows: 1st cutter 2 minutes 0 seconds; 2nd cutter 2 minutes 30 seconds; steam launch 5 minutes 0 seconds; sailing launch 4 minutes 0 seconds; whaleboat 2 minutes 30 seconds; and gig 2 minutes 0 seconds.

Secured: 1st cutter 1 minute 0 seconds; 2nd cutter 1 minute 30 seconds; steam launch 2 minutes 30 seconds; sailing launch 2 minutes 0 seconds; whaleboat 1 minute 30 seconds; and gig 1 minute 0 seconds.

Also instructed fire party in their duties.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SW to South.

During watch steaming out of Kachemak Bay and Cook Inlet.

Made the following changes of course: at 12.05pm to SSW¼W (per compass), patent log [reading] 76.4; at 12.13pm SW by South (per compass), patent log 77.0; at 12.54pm to SSW½W per compass, patent log 81.3; and at 1.00pm, with Yukon Island on port beam and distant ¾ miles, changed course to SW½S (per compass), patent log 82.2; at 3.08pm changed course to S6°W.

At 3.54pm Flat Islands on port beam and Point Bede and Elizabeth Cape in range, patent log [reading] 6.2.

At 2.25pm connected up C boiler,

During remainder of watch using B, C and D boilers.

Average steam pressure 114 pounds and revolutions 73.3.

J.H. McPherson was given 2 hours' extra duty as part of punishment assigned by Commanding Officer on June 12.

At 1.00pm Iliamna [Ilamana in log-book] volcano, St. Augustine Island, and Redoubt volcano in sight.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather, cool.

Gentle breezes from SW and SW by West.

J.H. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class, continued his extra duty for one hour.

At 4.40pm South end of Ushugat Island bore South by East (per standard compass) and Cape Elizabeth South end East by South (per standard compass).

Course S6°W.

At 5.00pm South end [of Ushugat Island bore] E½N and island Northward of Ushugat [Island] SE¾S.

At 5.45pm had quarters, and at 5.55pm fire quarters.

Times as follows: 1st Division 1 minute 0 seconds; 2nd [Division] 0 minutes 45 seconds; 3rd [Division] 2 minutes 0 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 0 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 30 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 30 seconds; Marines 1 minute 0 seconds.

Secured at 5.58pm: 1st Division 1 minute 30 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 30 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 45 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 0 seconds; Powder [Division] 2 minutes 0 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 0 minutes 30 seconds; and Marines 1 minute 30 seconds.

Steam 119 [pounds], revolutions 95.9.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Light SW by South breezes.

Barometer rising.

Course S6°W.

At 6.43pm changed course to S30°E and set foresail and staysail, patent log [reading] 35.2.

At 7.50pm took in sail.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 97.3.


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8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from SSW to SW.

Standing down Shelikoff Strait on various courses under conn alternately of the Commanding Officer and Navigator.

At 8.50pm took following bearings: St. Augustine Island N63°W, small island center of Barren [Islands] group N21°E, ship's head S50°W (standard [compass]).

At 8.53pm sighted a schooner bearing S66°W and put ship on course S66°W, patent log [reading] 56.2.

At 9.13pm changed course to S69°W, log [reading] 59.7.

At 9.36pm changed course to S66°W, log [reading] 64.

At 10.02pm changed [course] to South by West, log [reading] 68.7, and sounded, got bottom 160 fathoms wire out.

At 10.13pm changed course to S37°W, log [reading] 70.2.

At 10.00pm passed under stern of schooner and found her to be the "Kadiak" of San Francisco [of Kadiak yesterday], boarded yesterday forenoon whilst at anchor in Chesloknu Bay by an officer from this vessel.

At 11.15pm changed course to S42°E (log [reading] 81).

Sounded, no bottom, 100 fathoms wire out.

At end of watch the following bearings were taken by standard compass, ship's head S42°E: Iliamna peak N23°W, highest and Southernmost peak on mainland S58°W.

Land in sight both sides of strait during entire watch.

Average steam 110 [pounds], average revolutions 94.2.

Moon rose at 11.55pm.


Kachemak Bay is also known as Chugachik Bay and Kochekmuck Bay.

Ushugat Island is also known as Ushagat Island.

Shelikoff Strait is also known as Shelikof Strait.

Chesloknu Bay is also known as Seldovia Bay.


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23 June 1894

At sea, cruising, and at anchor Karluk harbor, Kadiak

Lat 57.42, Long -155.23


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy, hazy about horizon and overland latter part.

Cruising in Shelikoff Strait.

During watch made following changes of course: at 1.24am to S52°W (per compass), patent log [reading] 0.0; and at 3.42am to S3°E (per compass), patent log 23.0.

Average steam pressure 115 [pounds], average revolutions 89.1.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather; partly cloudy.

Light to moderate breezes from SW to South.

Standing across Shelikoff Strait to Karluk harbor, course S3°E.

At 7.03am headed in for harbor.

Sounded as follows: at 7.28am bottom with 96 fathoms, gray sand; at 7.32am gray sand, with 42 fathoms; at 7.38am, having slowed engines, got bottom, gravel, with 22 fathoms nearly up and down.

At 7.45am anchored in 15 fathoms water and veered to 40 fathoms on port chain.

Sent Lieutenant Cutler ashore to gather information.

The American barks "Nicolas Thayer" ["Nicholas Thayer" in log-book] and "Harvester" are anchored here, chartered to carry a cargo of salmon South.

Hauled in patent log at 7.36am, reading 62.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 75.5.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool, foggy about horizon.

Moderate breeze from South by West to SSE, decreasing in strength.

At 8.45am got under way and stood out under [in in log-book] conn of Captain.

At 9.07am set course S48°W, patent log [reading] 63.5.

At 10.15am sighted what appeared to be a vessel bearing SSE, and at 10.24am changed course to S28°E, patent log [reading] 76.4.

At 10.37am returned to course S48°W, patent log [reading] 78.8, object seen having proved to be a rock.

At 11.00am fog shut out sight of Kadiak.

Lieutenant Boush made hull inspection required by [Navy Regulations] Circular number 8.

At 11.30am set clock back 12 minutes.

Surgeon Lumsden made weekly sanitary inspection.

Draft forward 12 feet 5 inches, aft 16 feet 4 inches.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 92.5.


12pm to 4pm:

Overcast, misty and rainy.

Gentle breeze from SE by South.

Land in sight for a short while on port beam at 1 o'clock.

Course S48°W.

At 12.22pm changed course to S15°E (log [reading] 96.8) and sounded, no bottom, 200 fathoms wire out.

Saw two fur seals.

Average steam 116 [pounds], average revolutions 92.2.

Sounded at 4 o'clock, 150 fathoms wire out, no bottom.


4pm to 6pm:

Foggy, drizzling rain.

Light to gentle breeze from SE by South.

At 4.13pm, patent log reading 34.8, changed course to S43°W.

At 5.50pm stopped and got cast of lead in 160 fathoms water.

Average steam pressure 115 pounds and average revolutions 97.1.

H. Herbert, Private Marine, was assigned 12 hours' extra duty, 2 hours on and 4 hours off duty, by order of Commanding Officer, for negligence in carrying out the order of the Commanding Officer in transmitting message with regard to course.


6pm to 8pm:

Foggy and misty, drizzling rain.

Light breezes from SE by South.

Course S43°W (per standard compass) till 6.27pm, when changed course to S18°W, having stopped and sounded up and down cast, 135 fathoms, mud.

At 7.30pm [cast] 118 fathoms, mud.

At 6.30pm banked fires in B boiler.

Steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 76.

By order of Commanding Officer C.E. Sandrowski, Oiler, was released from confinement, the remainder of his punishment having been remitted.

By same authority H. Herbert, Private Marine, stood two hours' extra watch, for carelessness and inefficiency while on duty.


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8pm to midnight:

Overcast, foggy, rainy and wet.

Light SSE breeze.

Steam under two boilers, course S18°W.

At 8.10pm got cast in 125 fathoms, at 8.40pm in 120 fathoms, and at 9.20pm in 105 fathoms.

In reeling in from last cast wire carried away, losing 1 lead and about 70 fathoms wire.

Changed course at 9.20pm to N39°E, patent log [reading] 76.8.

Weather foggy and thick.

At 10.00pm found propeller of patent log had been lost off, fitted a new one and put it over at 10.20pm, reading 77.3.

At 10.00pm, 10.30pm and 11.00pm got casts without checking speed, no bottom at 175 turns of reel.

Average steam 112 [pounds], revolutions 74.9.


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24 June 1894

At sea, cruising

Lat 56.71, Long -155.08


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, rainy and misty, light breeze from South by East to SE by South.

Course N39°E.

Private Herbert (U.S. Marine Corps) stood two hours' extra lookout from 12.00am to 2.00am on lifebuoy, by order of Commanding Officer, part punishment for negligence in carrying out the order of Commanding Officer in transmitting message with regards to course on 23rd of this month.

Saw a number of whales.

Steam 103 [pounds], revolutions 69.8.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, foggy and wet.

Light breeze from SSW.

At 4.25am stopped, patent log [reading] 25.6, got up and down cast of lead in 65¼ fathoms water, mud bottom.

At 4.40am dropped stream anchor and veered to 100 fathoms wire hawser.

At 7.40am strength of current 1 knot to SSE.

After dropping anchor banked fires.

H. Herbert, Private Marine, performed two hours' extra duty, as part of punishment assigned yesterday by Commanding Officer.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and misty, with fog first part, clearing at 11.00am.

Light breezes from SSW, gradually increasing in force to fresh breezes from South by West and blowing clear.

At 10.00am had quarters for inspection.

At 11.00am got under way and stood on course S3°E (per standard compass).

Spreading fires in all boilers.

Put over patent log, reading 25.6.

At 11.08am, while at anchor, drift lead overhauled about 20 fathoms of line an hour, with 80 lead on bottom, depth 65 fathoms.

At 11.30am sighted land bearing East (per standard compass).

By order of Commanding Officer Ensign H.A. Field was restored to duty.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Fresh wind and moderate sea from South and South by West.

Steaming course S3°E, under three boilers.

At 3.30pm sighted a schooner bearing ESE and changed course to S60°E.

At 3.50pm hoisted [signal international] J.W., in obedience to which schooner hove to.

Anchored in 22 fathoms with stream anchor, and sent Lieutenant Gill to board schooner.

Average steam 114 [pounds], revolutions 96.2.

Private Herbert stood two hours' extra duty in continuation of punishment.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and misty.

Moderate breeze from South by West.

At 5.10pm hove up kedge, Lieutenant Gill having returned from boarding the schooner "Seventy-six" of San Francisco, otter hunting, and started ahead full speed, course South, log [reading] 71.2.

At 6.00pm sighted Chirikoff Island [Chiracoff Island in log-book] bearing S½W and changed course to N89°E, log [reading] 79.2.

Steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 93.5.

Saw a fur seal near ship while at anchor.


6pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, slightly foggy about Southern and Western horizon.

Fresh SSW breeze.

Moderate sea.

Steady barometer.

At 6.10pm set fore trysail and staysail.

H. Herbert, Private Marine, was given two hours' extra duty, in accordance with orders of Commanding Officer June 23.

Average steam pressure 114 pounds and revolutions 95.8.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty, passing shower first hour.

Stiff to fresh breezes from SSW.

Moderate sea from SSW.

Standing course N89°E (per standard compass), with fore stay and trysails set.

At 11.55pm took in sail preparatory to changing course.

Ship rolling at intervals 8° to starboard and 18° to port.

Average revolutions 96, steam pressure 120 pounds


Chirikoff Island is also known as Chirikof Island.


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25 June 1894

At sea, cruising

Lat 57.00, Long -151.32


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool, misty around horizon.

Stiff to fresh breezes from SW.

At 12.12am changed course to N9°W (per standard compass), and at 1.35am changed to NE by North and hoisted staysail.

At 2.00am set foresail and hauled down staysail.

At 2.40am set mainsail.

By order of Commanding Officer H. Herbert, Private Marine, stood two hours' extra watch.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 100.

Following sea, ship rolling 15° to 18°, with sea abaft starboard beam rolled 29°.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, foggy and damp until last hour, when clearing.

Wind fresh from SW to WSW.

Moderately rough sea.

Under steam and sail, course NE by North.

At 7.24am changed course to North, patent log [reading] 25.0.

Average roll 12° to starboard, 7° to port, maximum 25° to starboard and 12° to port.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 97.5.


8am to meridian:

Commenced cloudy, closed fine.

Fresh breeze from WSW to SW by West.

Sea rough, short and irregular, causing ship to roll quickly and deeply at times.

Under steam and fore trysail.

At 11.10am sighted high land bearing WNW.

Course North.

The Commanding Officer assigned the following punishments: F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, fishing while doing extra duty as boat keeper, 1 day's extra boat duty; D. Gamero, Mess Attendant, not obeying orders of Master-at-Arms, 2 hours with hammock for 3 nights.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 95.4.

Put clock ahead 18 minutes between 11.30am and noon.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate to fresh breeze from WSW to SW.

Sea and wind moderating towards end of watch.

At 12.10pm changed course to N32°E, patent log [reading] 73.5.

Average steam pressure 110 pounds and average revolutions 99.6.

J.H. McPherson was given 3 hours' extra duty, as part of punishment assigned by Commanding Officer June 12th.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle breezes from SW.

Ship rolling deeply at times to quartering sea.

Steaming course N32°E (per standard compass), with fore and main trysail set on fore.

At 4.22pm changed course to N68°E (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 19.5, took in main trysail, and at 4.30pm set fore staysail.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters and had setting up exercises.

Average revolutions 95.7 and average steam 112 pounds.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle breezes from SW.

Moderate swell from SSW.

Ship rolling easily from 5° to 10°, occasional rolls 22° and 23°, and 11½ rolls per minute.

Steam 112 [pounds], revolutions 98.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine.

Gentle SW breeze.

Ship rolling easily to long SW swell.

Steam and sail, course N68°E.

D. Gamero, Mess Attendant, stood one hour on quarterdeck, in accordance with punishment awarded this day, second hour being remitted.

At 11.35pm moon rose.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 93.4.


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26 June 1894

At sea, cruising

Lat 57.23, Long -144.03


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, fog bank to Southward and Westward last hour.

[Gentle breeze from SW.]

Course N68°E.

Moderate sea, with occasional long swell from Southward and Westward.

Sun rose at 2.45am.

At 3.30am set extra fore sail and hauled down staysail.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 95.4.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, hazy about horizon, pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from SW.

Moderate sea.

Course N68°E (per compass).

Average steam pressure 100 pounds and average revolutions 92.8.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle breeze to light airs from SW to WSW.

Steaming course N68°E (per standard compass), with fore and main trysails on foremast.

At 9.20am took in sail.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, had setting up exercises, and drilled divisions as follows: 1st and 4th [Divisions] pistols; 3rd [Division] great guns; 2nd and Powder [Divisions] small arms; Marines battery.

Set clock ahead 30 minutes during last hour.

Breaking out lockers and stores for Statutory Board to take inventory.

Measured wire hawser, 115 fathoms, and marked it with white paint at 15, 45, 75 and 105 fathoms, with red paint at 30, 60 and 90 fathoms.

J.H. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class, did ½ hour extra duty, assigned by Commanding Officer June 12th.

Ship rolling deeply at times to quartering sea.

Average revolutions 94, steam pressure 114 pounds.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs from SSE and South.

Course N68°E till 12.13pm, when changed to N66°E.

By order of Commanding Officer G.L. Kerr, Seaman, was given an acting appointment as Quartermaster First-class, dating from April 1st.

Board engaged in taking inventory of stores in Equipment Department.

Instructed apprentices in signals.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 96.7.

J.H. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class, did 2½ hours' extra duty.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, cloudy and cool.

Light SW breeze.

Long SW swell.

Steaming course N66°E.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 92.1.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, light breeze to light airs from SSW to South.

Smooth sea, with occasional swell from SW.

Course N66°E.

Steam 112 [pounds], revolutions 99.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, foggy about horizon.

Light to gentle breeze from ESE to East.

Course N66°E.

D. Gamero, Mess Attendant, stood two hours on quarterdeck, in accordance with punishment awarded June 25 by Commanding Officer.

Average steam pressure 118 pounds and average revolutions 94.1.


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27 June 1894

At sea, cruising, and at anchor Sitka Harbor, Alaska

Lat 57.08, Long -136.77


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy but pleasant, cool.

Light to moderate breezes from East by South.

Misty around horizon from ESE to SW.

Steaming course N66°E (per standard compass).

Ship rolling easily to light SW swell.

Sun rose at 2.35am.

Average revolutions 93.5, steam pressure 110 [pounds].


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and misty, with passing shower first part, clearing last hour.

Gentle to stiff breezes from East by South and East, coming in squalls.

Old SW swell still running, with moderate sea from East.

Steam 112 [pounds], revolutions 95.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Fresh wind and moderate sea from East by South.

Steaming course N66°E.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions as follows: 1st and 4th [Divisions] single sticks; 2nd and Powder [Divisions] great guns; 3rd and Navigator's [Divisions] single sticks; and Marines infantry.

At 9.10am sighted Mount Edgecumbe [Edgecombe in log-book] dead ahead.

At 11.05am changed course to N71°E, patent log [reading] 52.3.

At 11.30am set clock ahead 30 minutes.

At end of watch land in sight extending from East to NNW½W, Mount Edgecumbe [Edgecombe in log-book] bearing N62°E.

Broke out Equipment [Department] stores for a Board of Inventory.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 97.4.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy.

Stiff to moderate breeze from ESE.

Course N71°E.

At 1.09pm changed course to N81°E, log [reading] 66.8.

At 3.10pm Sitka Point abeam, distant 2.5 miles.

At 3.40pm St. Lazaria [St. Lozaria in log-book] abeam, distant 1.5 miles.

In Sitka Sound under conn of the Commanding Officer at end of watch, heading for Eastern entrance to Sitka Harbor.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 94.2.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Calms and light airs from Westward.

Until 5.14pm standing into Sitka Harbor under conn of the Commanding Officer.

At 5.14pm dropped anchor in 13 fathoms water, soft mud bottom.

At 6.30pm got under way again and stood out Middle Passage to Northward and Westward, then ran alongside of the coal bark "America", securing at 7.40pm.

Banked fires.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy and cool.

Calm.

At 11.10pm U.S.S. "Pinta" fired a gun, having sighted the "Queen" standing in from Northward.

At 11.20pm the "Queen" anchored in Western entrance.

D. Gamero, Mess Attendant, finished his punishment, consisting of extra watch with hammock.


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28 June 1894

At anchor Sitka Harbor, Alaska

Lat 57.06, Long -135.36 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

SE airs and calms.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Calm, then light airs from West.

Made preparations for coaling and commenced at 7.45am.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, had two hours' extra duty as boat keeper, part punishment assigned by Commanding Officer May 12th, for disobedience of orders.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Calms and light airs from SW to WNW.

At 9.10am the steamer "Queen" went alongside dock abreast this ship and the "America".

Engaged coaling ship, received on board during watch 56 tons 1044 pounds.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice, was given 3½ hours' extra duty as part of punishment assigned by Commanding Officer May 12th.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from E. DeGroff and Company, Sitka: 78 pounds bread; and 98¾ pounds vegetables.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine, warm weather.

Light airs from WSW.

Coaling ship from tackle of "America", received during watch 40 tons.

At 3.40pm the "Crescent City" came in from the Westward.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, did 3 hours' extra duty punishment, awarded by Commanding Officer May 12th.

During the watch the tide rose 2 feet 9 inches.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from West by North.

At 6.00pm stopped coaling, having received on board since 9.45am this morning 116 tons 1800 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine.

Light airs and breezes from NE and NNE, calm latter part.

P. Anthony, Private Marine, and J. Lynch, Oiler, returned on board 6 and 7 hours over time, having been sent ashore on duty, J. Lynch being tight.

H. Rasmussen, Seaman, J.H. O'Connor, Ship's Cook First-class, and A. Olsen, Coxswain, absent without leave.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, did 1 hour extra duty as boat keeper, punishment awarded by Commanding Officer.


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29 June 1894

At anchor Sitka Harbor, and at sea, cruising

Lat 57.054, Long -135.348


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and fine.

Calms and light airs from ENE.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Calms and light Westerly airs.

Flood tide until 7.14am, ebb tide from 7.30am.

At 6.00am the steamer "Queen" left port.

At 7.12am began coaling from tackle of the "America", received during watch about [left blank] tons.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, did 1¼ hours' extra duty, punishment assigned by the Commanding Officer June 12th.

H. Rasmussen, Seaman, J.H. O'Connor, Ship's Cook First-class, and A. Olsen, Coxswain, absent without leave.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light airs from SSE and South.

Coaling ship till 10.20am, having received today 29 tons 1860 pounds of coal, then let go lines from "America" and hauled alongside of dock.

At 11.45am ship moored alongside of dock.

U.S.C. & G.S.S. "[Ferdinand R.] Hassler" went to westward at 9.25am.

U.S.S. "Pinta" unmoored and anchored near the beach opposite the middle entrance.

Started fires in A boiler at 12.00pm.

H. Rassmussen, Seaman, A. Olsen, Coxswain, and J.H. O'Connor, Ship's Cook First-class, absent without leave.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, performed 2½ hours' extra boat duty, punishment assigned by Commanding Officer.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine.

Light SSW breeze.

Coaling ship, receiving during watch 50 tons 60 pounds.

At 3.40pm "Crescent City" left port.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, performed 3½ hours' extra duty.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from E. DeGroff, Sitka: 487½ pounds fresh meat; 500 pounds sugar; 236 pounds butter; 487½ pounds fresh vegetables; and 600 pounds tinned meats.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather, light breeze from SW and South.

Engaged coaling ship until 6.30pm, having received a total amount of 219 tons 820 pounds.

Made preparations for sea.

At 6.10pm cast off from dock, and at 6.20pm anchored in 10 fathoms water, opposite mission building.

Received on board for U.S.S. "Mohican": 2 boxes clothing for Marine Guard.

The following men were brought on board by ship's police: A. Olsen, Coxswain, H. Rasmussen, Seaman, and J.H. O'Connor, Ship's Cook First-class, and were placed under charge of sentry to await investigation.

A deposit of $13.25 each was made with the United States Commissioner ($3.25 being cost and $10.00 fine), they being defendants in a case pending before the Commissioner, for being drunk and disorderly upon the streets of Sitka on June 28, 1894.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, had 3½ hours' extra duty as boat keeper, part punishment assigned May 12th by the Commanding Officer, for disobedience of orders.


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant at first, then overcast, with mist last hour.

Light Southwesterly airs and breezes.

At 8.15pm got under way and stood out through Eastern Passage from Sitka Harbor.

At 10.25pm took departure.

Course S77°W (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 26.7, steam alone, boilers A B and D.

Coal allowance 25 tons per day.

Draft of ship forward 13 feet 8 inches, aft 16 feet 6 inches.

Average revolutions 97.8, steam pressure 120 pounds.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from E. DeGroff, Sitka: 309 pounds of fresh bread, and issued to crew.

At 11.15pm lost sight of land (Mount Edgecumbe [Mount Edgecombe in log-book]) in mist, bearing about N46°E (per standard compass).


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30 June 1894

At sea, cruising

Lat 57.67, Long -140.08


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and misty.

Light airs and breezes from SSW, hauling to East.

Sea smooth, ship pitching 2° to 3° to light swell from West.

Steam 114 [pounds], revolutions 97.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and damp, misty last hour.

Light ENE airs and breezes.

Steaming course S77°W.

Average steam 115 [pounds], revolutions 97.9.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from ENE.

Course S77°W.

Engaged cleaning ship and breaking out store rooms for weekly inspection.

Set clock back 30 minutes at 11.30am.

Steam 117 [pounds], revolutions 94.1.

At 11.45am set foresail.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from ENE.

At 12.15pm changed course to S87°W, patent log reading 73.5.

At 1.30pm set fore staysail.

The Permanent Board on Inspection of Hull engaged in making quarterly inspection.

Average revolutions 98.8, average steam pressure 114 pounds.

J.H. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class, was given 2¼ hours' extra duty, as part of punishment assigned by Commanding Officer June 12th.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle breeze from ENE.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course S87°W (per compass), with fore stay and trysails set.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters and had setting up exercises.

Surgeon G.P. Lumsden made the weekly sanitary inspection called for in United States Navy Regulations Circular number 8.

The Permanent Hull Board making the quarterly inspection of compartments, et cetera.

Average revolutions 114, steam pressure 98.5 pounds.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant, clearing to Westward last hour.

Gentle breezes from NE.

Sea smooth.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 99.3.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp, occasional drizzle last hour.

Moderate NE wind and sea.

Steam and head sails, course S87°W.

Average steam 112.5 [pounds], revolutions 98.


Approved: [signed] W.M. Folger, Commander U.S. Navy Commanding


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LOG BOOK – JULY 1st 1894 TO DECEMBER 31st 1894


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Received February 12, 1895


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LOG BOOK

of the

U.S.S. "Yorktown"

3rd Rate,

of 6 Guns,


Commanded By

W.M. Folger, Commander, U.S. Navy,

Attached to Pacific Squadron,

Commencing July 1st, 1894,

at sea,

and ending December 31st, 1894,

at Tengchoufu [Tengchaufu in log-book], China.


Tengchoufu is also known as Penglai.


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List of Officers


Attached to and on board of the U.S.S. "Yorktown", commanded by W.M. Folger, Commander, U.S. Navy, during the period covered by this Log-Book, from July 1st, 1894, to January 1st, 1895.


Name

Rank

William M. Folger

Commander

T.H. Stevens

Lieutenant

H.F. Fickbohm

Lieutenant

W.G. Cutler

Lieutenant

C.J. Boush

Lieutenant

W.A. Gill

Lieutenant

H.A. Field

Ensign

R.H. Jackson

Ensign

E.F. Leiper

Lieutenant

C.M. Knepper

Ensign

J.M. Robinson

Lieutenant

D.P. Menefee

Lieutenant

W.G. Hannum

Lieutenant

F.A. Traut [Trout in log-book]

Ensign

A.B. Bates

Chief Engineer

E.B. Webster

Passed Assistant Paymaster

G.P. Lumsden

Passed Assistant Surgeon

J.M. Pickerell

Passed Assistant Engineer

A. Moritz

Assistant Engineer

W.O. Caine

Paymaster's Clerk

Harrie Webster

Chief Engineer

W. Tobin

Paymaster's Clerk


Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] H.F. Fickbohm, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, 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 W.M. Folger, Commander, U.S. Navy, during the period covered by this Log-Book, from July 1st, 1894, to January 1st, 1895.


Name

Rank

Time of Occurrence, and Particulars

W.A. Gill

Lieutenant

Detached and ordered to duty aboard U.S.S. "Concord" by order of Commanding Officer Being Sea Fleet, August 16, 1894

J.M. Pickrell

Passed Assistant Engineer

Detached and ordered to duty aboard U.S.S. "Ranger" by order of Commanding Officer Being Sea Fleet, August 17, 1894

H.A. Field

Ensign

Detached and ordered to duty on board United States flagship U.S.S. "Philadelphia", October 17, 1894

R.H. Jackson

Ensign

Detached October 17, 1894

C.J. Boush

Lieutenant

Detached and ordered to duty on board U.S.S. "Adams", October 17, 1894

A.B. Bates

Chief Engineer

Detached and ordered to U.S.S. "Bennington", October 15, 1894

W.G. Cutler

Lieutenant

Detached and ordered to U.S.S. "Mohican", October 17, 1894

W.O. Caine

Paymaster's Clerk

Resigned November 8, 1894

E.F. Leiper [Lieper in log-book]

Lieutenant

Detached and ordered to U.S.S. "Monterey", October 31, 1894


Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] H.F. Fickbohm, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, Navigator


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Complement of Petty Officers, Seamen, Ordinary Seamen, Landsmen, Boys, and Marines on board of the U.S.S. "Yorktown" 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


Quartermasters

3


Coxswains

4


Captains of Forecastle

2


Captains of Tops

-


Captains of Afterguard

2


Quarter-Gunners

4


Chief 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 Writer Second-class

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


Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] H.F. Fickbohm, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, Navigator


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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

March 26, 1894

Standard Barometer, Navy Yard, Mare Island

-

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





Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] H.F. Fickbohm, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, 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

Breech Loading Rifle

Brown prismatic

32.6 pounds to 42.6 [pounds]

Common cast iron

100 [pounds]

Central pivot







Common steel

100 [pounds]








Shrapnel

100 [pounds]








Armour piercing

100 [pounds]



Secondary


Number of Guns

Caliber

Mark

Description

Cartridge

Projectiles

Carriages

Powder

Weight

Kind

Weight

Two

6-pounder

Rapid Fire Hotchkiss






Two

3-pounder

Rapid Fire Hotchkiss






Two

1-pounder

Rapid Fire Hotchkiss






Two

37 mm

Revolving Cannon Hotchkiss






Two

Gatling

Model 1880







Boat armament


Sailing Launch: One 1-pounder Rapid Fire Hotchkiss.

First Cutter: One Gatling gun, model 1880.


Small arms


100 Lee Remington magazine rifles.

113 Colt's Direct Action revolvers.

21 Cutlasses


Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] H.F. Fickbohm, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, Navigator


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Tables of Deviation of the Standard Compass Number 2560 on board the U.S.S. "Yorktown", 3rd Rate.


Date

July 7, 1894

August 11, 1894

December 20, 1894

Place of Observation

Off Bay Point, Unga Island

Off St. Matthew [Island]

Yellow Sea

Latitude

55°20' N

60°23' N

32°34' N

Longitude

160°52' W

172°10' W

126°12' E

Observed Variation

20°28' E

15°35' E

3°21' W

Ship's Head by Compass

Deviation

Deviation

Deviation

North

1°16' W

0°38' W

0°14' W

North by East

1°50' W

1°00' W

0°00'

NNE

2°10' W

1°30' W

0°15' E

NE by North

2°30' W

2°00' W

0°21' E

NE

2°45' W

2°25' W

0°26' E

NE by East

2°15' W

2°15' W

0°30' E

ENE

1°45' W

2°00' W

0°33' E

East by North

1°00' W

1°30' W

0°36' E

East

0°17' W

1°07' W

0°39' E

East by South

0°00'

0°00'

0°40' E

ESE

0°30' E

1°00' E

0°40' E

SE by East

1°00' E

2°00' E

0°40' E

SE

1°33' E

2°45' E

0°38' E

SE by South

1°30' E

2°30' E

0°40' E

SSE

1°30' E

2°00' E

0°40' E

South by East

1°25' E

1°30' E

0°40' E

South

1°24' E

0°46' E

0°43' E

South by West

0°45' E

0°00'

0°38' E

SSW

0°00'

0°30' W

0°33' E

SW by South

0°15' W

0°45' W

0°26' E

SW

0°28' W

1°08' W

0°21' E

SW by West

0°15' W

0°45' W

0°05' E

WSW

0°00'

0°30' W

0°15' W

West by South

0°15' E

0°15' W

0°33' W

West

0°30' E

0°17' E

0°51' W

West by North

1°30' E

0°45' E

1°00' W

WNW

2°00' E

1°15' E

1°15' W

NW by West

2°00' E

1°30' E

1°30' W

NW

1°16' E

1°38' E

1°41' W

NW by North

0°30' E

1°00' E

1°30' W

NNW

0°00'

0°30' E

1°00' W

North by West

0°30' W

0°00'

0°37' W


Examined and found to be correct, [signed by] H.F. Fickbohm, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, Navigator



LOGS FOR JULY 1894


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1 July 1894

At sea, cruising

Lat 59.62, Long -148.05


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and rainy.

Moderate breeze from NE.

Under steam, foresail and staysail, course S87°W.

Steam 106 [pounds], revolutions 94.3.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, hazy about the horizon.

Moderate breeze from NE by North.

At 4.10am sighted distant land bearing N15°E.

At 5.15am same land bearing N18°E (per compass), patent log [reading] 54.0, a small island bore on starboard beam (N3°W).

At 5.40am sighted a point of land N20°W, patent log [reading] 59.7.

At 6.00am [8.00am in log-book] same point bore abeam.

At 7.05am sighted Middleton Island, the Western end bearing N67°W (per compass), patent log [reading] 73.4.

At 7.36am took bow bearing of West end of Middleton Island, patent log [reading] 78.7.

At end of watch West end of Middleton Island bore N18°W.

From 5.45am until 6.08am changed course to S80°W, during all remainder of watch on course S87°W.

Average steam pressure 115 pounds and average revolutions 93.3

J.H. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class, was given 1 hour's extra duty, as part of punishment assigned by Commanding Officer June 12.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, light passing shower 2nd hour.

Gentle breeze from NE by North.

Steaming course S87°W until 9.00am, when changed to S83°W (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 94.4.

At 10.00am mustered at quarters.

The Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew at quarters.

By order of Commanding Officer released from sentry's charge: A. Olsen, Coxswain; J.H. O'Connor, Ship's Cook First-class; and H. Rasmussen, Seaman.

Fore staysail and trysail set.

At 11.40am sighted a sail ahead standing to Southward and Westward.

At end of watch Cape Clear, Montague Island, bore N27°W (per standard compass), distant about 10 miles.

Average revolutions 99.5, steam pressure 115 pounds.

Set clock back 30 minutes at 7 bells.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cool, misty, with light drizzle last two hours.

Gentle breezes from NNE and NE.

Course S83°W till 12.33pm, when changed to SSW¾W, patent log [reading] 41, and took in sail.

Sounded at 12.45pm using machine, speed 11 knots, 160 fathoms wire.

At 1.18pm sounded, 185 fathoms wire, and hauled in patent log, stopped ship and sent Lieutenant Boush to board the "Lydia" of Kadiak.

He found her to be a trading schooner, with 187 seal skins aboard, consigned to the Alaska Commercial Company, bound to Kadiak from Kaiak [Island].

At 3.10pm Lieutenant Boush returned with Captain of "Lydia".

After a short interview with Captain of this vessel, he returned aboard and stood for Kadiak.

At 3.25pm hoisted boat, put over patent log reading 46.6, and put ship on course S8°W and set staysail and foresail.

A board, Lieutenant Cutler and Assistant Engineer Moritz members, ordered by Commanding Officer in accordance with Article 1569, United States Navy Regulations, met and examined the accounts of Passed Assistant Paymaster E.B. Webster.

Steam 114 [pounds], revolutions 93.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, cloudy foggy and damp.

Gentle NE breeze.

High land of Kenai Peninsula in sight during watch.

Steam and head sails, course S8°W.

Average steam 106 [pounds], revolutions 93.5.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and foggy.

Gentle breeze from NE.

Course S8°W.

Slowed down 2nd hour to put plug in tube of boiler C.

Average steam 102 [pounds], revolutions 77.8.


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8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and foggy.

Gentle breeze from NE.

At 9.36pm changed course to S80°W, patent log [reading] 1.4.

At 10.15pm took in all sail.

At 10.15pm connected up boiler C.

At 11.00pm it was necessary to cut off boiler C and blow it down to plug tubes.

At 11.30pm and 12.00am took cast of lead (Thomson [Thompson in log-book]) using 155 fathoms [wire], no bottom.

Average steam pressure 112.5 [pounds] and average revolutions 70.7.


Cape Clear is also known as Cape Cleare.

Kadiak is also known as Kodiak.

Kaiak Island is also known as Kayak Island.


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2 July 1894

At sea, cruising

Lat 57.65, Long -151.67


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy.

Gentle breeze from NE by North to NE by East.

Sea smooth.

Course S80°W (per standard compass).

Steaming with boilers A and B until 1.00am, when connected up boiler C.

At 12.20am sounded, bottom 92 fathoms (135 x ⅔ = 92), at 1.00am 78 fathoms (115 x ⅔), at 1.30am 60 fathoms (90 x ⅔), at 1.45am stopped ship and got an up and down cast with 62 fathoms of wire out, at 2.30am 80 fathoms (120 x ⅔), at 2.40am stopped ship, got a sounding with 70 fathoms of wire, then sounded with deep sea lead and found 90 fathoms.

At 2.50am anchored with kedge and steel hawser, but anchor dragged, in 85 fathoms, patent log read 31.0.

At 3.30am got under way, and at 3.35am went ahead on course S18°E (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 41.6, three boilers, coal allowance 25 tons per day.

Average revolutions 94.5, steam pressure 112 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cool, misty last hour.

Gentle breezes from NE by East.

Course S18°E (per standard compass).

Set fore trysail and staysail at 4.00am.

Steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 91.

At 7.56am changed course to South by West.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and foggy, increasing towards end of watch.

Light NE by East breeze.

Course South by West, under steam and head sail.

At 9.30am hauled down staysail.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions as follows: 1st and 4th [Divisions] great guns; 2nd and Powder [Divisions] single sticks; 3rd and Navigator's [Divisions] small arms; and Marines infantry.

Captain awarded the following punishments: B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, and C.A. Carlson, Shipwright, late hammocks, 4 hours' extra lookout; J.H. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class, sleeping below while watch on deck, 6 hours' extra lookout; J. Lynch, Oiler, R. Williams, Seaman, P. Anthony, Private Marine, overstaying leave on shore, 2 days' double irons; J.H. O'Connor, Ship's Cook First-class, H. Rasmussen, Seaman, and A. Olsen, Coxswain, overstaying leave on shore, 5 days' double irons; and the six men were placed in double irons in accordance therewith.

B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, and C.A. Carlsen, Shipwright, served two hours' each extra lookout.

Board of Inventory at work in Equipment Department.

Breaking out forward shell room and fixed ammunition room.

At 10.30am took in foresail.

Tested bell and alarm circuits and found them in working order.

At 11.30am changed course to S20°E, patent log [reading] 21.0.

At 11.37am set clock back 17 minutes.

At 11.42am got a cast in 28 fathoms, hauled in patent log, reading 25.8, and anchored with kedge, veering to 55 fathoms wire, gravel bottom.

Strong current, setting NW.


Meridian to 4pm:

Foggy until one o'clock, then fine weather.

Light to gentle breeze from NE.

At 1.12pm got under way, put over patent log, reading 25.8, and started ahead on course S20°E.

At 2.00pm sighted high land bearing S15°W.

At 2.20pm changed course to South, log [reading] 36.3.

At 3.36pm high land, supposed to be Ugak Island, bore off starboard bow (SW), log [reading] 50.

At 3.10pm sounded, 70 fathoms wire out, no bottom.

Ugak Island shut out at times.

Hull Board engaged making quarterly inspection and Special Board engaged taking an inventory of Equipment [Department] stores.

B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, and C.A. Carlson, Shipwright, stood each two hours' lookout by order of Commanding Officer, part punishment assigned this morning for late hammocks.

Average steam 111 [pounds], revolutions 96.6.

At 3.55pm sighted a schooner one point on starboard bow.


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4pm to 6pm:

Foggy.

Moderate breeze from NNE.

At 4.05pm headed for a schooner.

Passed by her at 4.30pm and found her to be the "Mary A. Anderson" of Kodiak [Kodiac in log-book].

At 4.32pm resumed course South (per standard compass), patent log reading 59.1.

At 4.42pm changed course to S80°W, patent log [reading] 60.5.

Average steam pressure 115 pounds, average revolutions 94.7.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, foggy and rainy.

Moderate breeze from NNE.

Moderate sea.

Steaming course S30°W (per standard compass), with fore trysail set.

At 6.15pm sighted a sail standing to the Northward and about 5 miles in shore, it was soon lost sight of in a dense fog.

At 7.30pm took in fore trysail.

Average revolutions 102.3, steam pressure 120 pounds.

J.H. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class, stood two hours' extra lookout, portion of punishment assigned by Commanding Officer July 2nd.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool, with drizzling rain and mist all watch.

Moderate to fresh breezes from NE by North.

At 10.00pm turned with starboard helm and steered course N54°E (per standard compass), slowing to 50 turns, and at 10.30pm to 45 turns.

Steam 112 [pounds], average revolutions 71.


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3 July 1894

At sea, cruising, and at anchor Alitak Bay

Lat 56.67, Long -153.72


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy, foggy and wet.

Wind fresh in squalls from NNE.

Moderate sea.

Steaming slowly under two boilers, course N54°E.

Barometer steady.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 45.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, rainy and misty.

Fresh to stiff breeze from NE by North to NNE.

Course N54°E, under easy steam, two boilers.

At 4.25am, mist having thinned out, put ship on course WSW.

Spread fires under boiler A and started ahead full speed, log [reading] 36.5.

At 5.20am, it having again become thick, put ship on course N54°E, banked fires in boiler A and stood off under easy steam, log [reading] 45.2.

Saw a fur seal.

Steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 54.6.

Clearing somewhat at end of watch.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and foggy.

Stiff to fresh breeze from NNE.

At 9.35am sighted the mountains of Kadiak Island to WNW.

At 9.49am changed course to WNW, patent log [reading] 55.7, and at 10.07am to S73°W, patent log 59.4, and at 10.35am to S61°W, patent log 63.6, then coasted along Kadiak Island under conn of the Commanding Officer.

At 11.24am, course S47°W, Twoheaded Island [Doublehead Island in log-book] abeam, and by beam and quarter bearings 7.4 miles distant.

Continued course during remainder of watch, when changed to S42°W, patent log [reading] 82.1.

Steam pressure 115 pounds and average revolutions 74.

Sighted 3 seals at different times during last hour of watch.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Stiff to gentle Northeasterly breezes.

Occasional light showers.

Standing to the Westward and Northward under conn of the Commanding Officer, between Trinity and Geese Islands, and into Alitak Bay.

Course and distances run as per table [below].

At 2.45pm slowed down.

At 3.05pm hauled in patent log, reading 13.0.

At 3.35pm anchored with kedge and hawser in 35 fathoms, mud bottom, veering to 75 fathoms.

Draft of ship forward 12 feet 9 inches, aft 16 feet 4 inches.

Lowered steam launch and sent it in to bring off boat from U.S.S. "Concord's" camping party ashore.

Sent a seining party to the beach.

Average revolutions 97, steam pressure 115 pounds.


4pm to 8pm:

Partially cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breezes from NE by East and ENE.

Camping party left by U.S.S. "Concord", consisting of C. Wells, Naval Cadet, (in charge), L. Swift, Chief Quartermaster, F. Winter, Master-at-Arms Third-class, W.J. Bow, Seaman, J. Eberwine, Seaman, H. Hansen, Seaman, B.H. Shepler, Apprentice Second-class, with camp outfit came on board.

Banked fires at 4.39pm and veered to 90 fathoms on hawser.

Seining party returned, hoisted all boats.


8pm to midnight:

At 8.10pm spread fires under boilers C and D, and at 8.45pm got under way and stood out of Alitak Bay, conned by the Commanding Officer, put over patent log, reading 13, and ship on course S3°W.

At 9.16pm changed course to S42°W, log [reading] 16.6.

At 9.27pm Alitak Cape abeam, distant 1.5 miles, log [reading] 18.1, making 74 revolutions.

At 11.00pm spread fires under boiler A and increased revolutions to 84.

At end of watch land in sight from 2 points abaft starboard beam to aft.

Lost sight of Trinity Island on port quarter at 11 o'clock, shut out by mist.

Average steam 113 [pounds], revolutions 77.4.

By order of Commanding Officer released all the prisoners for 24 hours, it being the 4th of July.


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Meridian to 4pm:


Time

Log

Distance

Course (per standard compass)

12.00

82.1



12.02

82.5

0.4

S42°W

12.27

86.6

4.1

S5°W

12.40

89.0

2.4

SW by West

1.00

92.5



1.25

97.4

8.4

WSW

1.35

98.9

1.5

West

1.45

0.9

2.0

West by North

2.00

3.2



2.32

8.9

8.0

N18°W

2.42

11.3

2.4

N9°W

2.51

12.2

0.9

N4°W

3.00

12.4


Various

Hauled in log

3.05

13.0

0.8


Kadiak Island is also known as Kodiak Island.


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4 July 1894

At sea, cruising, and at anchor Albatross Harbor, Portage Bay

Lat 55.77, Long -158.18


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, hazy about Southern and Eastern horizon.

Light to gentle breeze from West to NW.

At end of watch high mountains of peninsula in sight, extending from N50°W to N70°W.

Average steam pressure 116 pounds and average revolutions 82.

Between 2.00am and 3.00am temperature of sea water dropped 3° [Fahrenheit].


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Gentle to light Northwesterly breezes.

Steaming course S42°W (per standard compass), speed 9 knots.

At 4.15am increased speed and coal allowance to 25 tons.

At 4.39am set fore stay and trysails.

At 6.20am sounded with 150 fathoms wire, hard bottom.

At 6.55am changed course to S54°W (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 5.6.

At 7.28am changed course to S42°W (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 10.9, South end of Aghik Island (Semidi Group) bore N48°W (per standard compass), distant 3.3 miles [knots in log-book].

Average revolutions 93.7, steam pressure 115 [pounds].


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, but pleasant weather, hazy latter part.

Light airs and breezes from SW and West by North.

At 10.03am Lighthouse Rocks abeam, distant about 8 miles.

Saw 2 seals or seal lions about this time.

At noon fired a salute of 21 guns, ship dressed with national colors at mastheads, in commemoration of the Declaration of Independence of the United States of America.

At end of watch sighted the Shumagin Islands one point on port bow, land also reported ahead, and island South of Mitrofania Island bore WSW.

Steam 115 [pounds], revolutions 100.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine.

Light SW breeze.

Course S42°W.

At 12.41pm rock off Mitrofania Island bore on bow, patent log [reading] 69.1, abeam at 1.52pm, patent log 82.6, making it distant 13.4 miles [knots in log-book], at same time Kupreanoff Point bore S66°W.

At 2.00pm changed course to S47°W, patent log [reading] 83.8.

Remarkable mirage effects to Southward and Westward.

Crew engaged carrying out a program of 4th of July sports.

At 3.37pm Kupreanoff Point on bow, patent log [reading] 2.0.

Castle Rock on port bow at end of watch, patent log [reading] 5.8.

At end of watch Pavloff Volcano in sight bearing WSW.

Average steam 114 [pounds], revolutions 100.7.


4pm to 6pm:

Partly cloudy, gentle breeze from SW.

Course S47°W.

At 4.27pm, the patent log reading 10.4, Kupreanoff Point abeam, distant 8.4 miles.

At 4.48pm Castle Rock abeam, log [reading] 13.8, distant 8 miles.

At 5.30pm changed course to S51°W, log [reading] 21.1.

At 5.58pm Wedge Cape beam, distant 1 mile, log [reading] 26.3, and changed course to S30°[W].

At end of watch ship in West Nagai Strait under conn of the Commanding Officer.

Steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 98.5.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light to gentle breeze from SW to West.

At 6.30pm Southern Haystack [Island] abeam, distant 1.3 miles, then headed for Popof Head (S69°W), log [reading] 30.2.

At 6.44pm headed for High Island, course N74°W, log [reading] 34.4.

At 6.50pm changed to N69°W, log [reading] 35.5.

At 6.53pm changed to N66°W, log [reading] 36.

At 6.58pm changed to N60°W, log [reading] 37.2, then laid course around Northward and Eastward end of Popoff Island.

At 7.50pm sighted a schooner at anchor in Pirates Cove.

At 7.57pm hauled in patent log, reading 8.

Stopped and lowered whaleboat and sent Ensign H.A. Field to board schooner.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, average revolutions 100.8.


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8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light breezes from WNW to NNE.

New moon visible during first part.

At 8.50pm Ensign Field returned from Pirates Cove, Popoff Island, having boarded the schooner "Petti Sing [?]" and delivered Warning, President's Proclamation, Navy Regulations, et cetera, but found no skins or sealing implements.

At 8.50pm went ahead.

At 8.55pm put over patent log, reading 47.0.

Under conn of the Commanding Officer standing across Unga Straits and into Portage Bay.

At 10.15pm hauled in patent log, reading 62.3.

At 10.28pm anchored in Albatross Harbor in 8 fathoms water, soft mud bottom, veered to 35 fathoms on starboard bower chain.

Draft of ship forward 12 feet 6 inches, aft 16 feet 1 inch.

Average revolutions 106.8, steam pressure 119 pounds.

Allowed fires to die out in boilers C and D.


Albatross Harbor is also known as Albatross Anchorage.

Portage Bay is also known as Balboa Bay.

Popoff Island is also known as Popof Island.


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5 July 1894

At anchor in Albatross Harbor, Portage Bay

Lat 55.59, Long -160.60


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from North and North by West.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate to fresh breeze from NNW to North by West.

Breaking out fore hold.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light to moderate breeze from NNW.

Quarterly Board on Inspection of Hull engaged in making inspection.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Gentle to light breeze from NNW.

Engaged restowing holds, painting store rooms and cofferdams.

Overhauled lifebuoys.

Sent a seining party on shore.

R. McGowan, Coal Passer, and Thomas Dalton, Second-class Fireman, were brought to the mast for fighting, Dalton was placed in single irons by order of Commanding Officer, for safe keeping to await further action in the case.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breeze from NNW.

Hunting and seining parties returned aboard.

By order of the Commanding Officer Thomas Dalton, Second-class Fireman, was placed in solitary confinement on bread and water for five days, for fighting.

F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, did 1 hour's and J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, did ¾ hour's boat keeper, punishment awarded June 24th and 22nd respectively.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze, with occasional moderate to stiff squalls from NNW.


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6 July 1894

At anchor Albatross Harbor, Portage Bay, Alaska

Lat 55.59, Long -160.60


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cold.

Light to stiff wind in squalls from NNW.

Barometer falling slightly.

At 3.55am dropped port anchor under foot.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, fresh breeze in squalls from NNW.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cool.

Moderate gale blowing in heavy squalls from NNW.

At 8.45am veered to 45 fathoms on starboard chain.

A hunting party of officers and men left the ship.

Painting over red-leaded spots and touching up white paint work inside on main deck.

At 9.00am stopped distiller.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cool.

Moderate gale and succession of heavy squalls from NNW, moderating somewhat 3rd hour, then increasing last hour.

Engaged touching up white and yellow inside paint.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Fresh breezes in squalls from NNW, decreasing in force latter part of watch.

Barometer rising.

At 5.40pm mustered at quarters, had setting up exercises.

At 6.30pm started distiller.

Hunting parties returning on board.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, cold and squally weather.

Fresh breezes in puffs from NNE to NNW.


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7 July 1894

At anchor Albatross Harbor, and at sea, cruising

Lat 55.59, Long -160.60


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and fine.

Wind fresh in squalls from NW first half of watch, then decreasing in strength.

At 2.00am started fires under C and D boilers.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine.

Gentle to stiff breezes from WNW.

At 7.00am hove up port anchor.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Light NW breezes.

Barometer rising.

At 9.10am hove up and stood out under [in in log-book] conn of Captain.

At 9.20am put over patent log, reading 62.3.

At 10.20am hauled in patent log, reading 72.6, and slowed down.

At 10.45am came to with port anchor in Zachareffskaia Bay [Sachorieffskia Bay in log-book], 9¼ fathoms water, 25 [fathoms] chain.

Sent steam cutter with Lieutenant Boush and Chief Engineer Bates on shore concerning coal.


Banked fires.

Quarterly Board of Inspection tested pumping system and found same satisfactory.

Board of Inventory at work in Equipment [Department].

Draft 12 feet 5 inches forward, 16 feet 1 inch aft.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light airs to light breeze from North to NW.

At 2.28pm got under way and stood out of Zachareffskaia Bay [Sachorieffskia Bay in log-book] under conn of the Commanding Officer, shortly after sighted a schooner to the Northward of Popoff Island.

Stood for her, firing one 6-pounder shell and hoisted signal "Heave to".

Sent Lieutenant Gill to board her at 3.10pm, he returned on board at 3.55pm and reported her to be the "Spray" of Kadiak, Alaska, three packages of rifle ammunition were sealed and the warning made by U.S.S. "Mohican" at Sand Point, June 27th was reiterated.

By order of Commanding Officer released from confinement: A. Olsen, Coxswain, J.H. O'Connor, Ship's Cook First-class, and H. Rasmussen, Seaman.

Steam 114 [pounds], revolutions 96.

Expended 2 [sic] 6-pounder charges and shell.

Engaged breaking out holds for weekly inspection.

When at anchor in Zachareffskaia Bay [Sachorieffskia Bay in log-book] sighted a man-of-war in the offing, apparently an Englishman, she afterward anchored in Portage Bay.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather, hazy about the horizon.

Light airs and breezes from NW to NNW.

At 4.09pm stopped, lowered steam launch.

At 4.35pm, having picked up launch, started ahead.

Stood through passage between Unga Island and the mainland under conn of the Commanding Officer.

Lieutenant Boush made weekly inspection of hull and Passed Assistant Surgeon Lumsden made sanitary inspection of same, as required by Navy Regulations Circular number 8.

At 6.00pm started to swing ship [for compass deviations].

Average steam pressure 110 pounds and average revolutions 96.8.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light breezes from NNW.

Sea smooth.

Until 6.45pm swinging ship off Bay Point, Unga Island, taking azimuths of sun on 8 points.

At 6.45pm put over patent log, reading 94.5, and set course S18°E (per standard compass).

At end of watch Point Acheridina [Point Alcheredinia in log-book] bore N72°E (per standard compass), distant 4.6 miles.

Average revolutions 97, steam pressure 110 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light airs and breezes from West by North to SW.

Banked fires in A boiler at 8.00pm.

At 8.00pm changed course to S70°E (per standard compass).

At 8.20pm Sealion Rocks [Seal Rocks in log-book] abeam, distant 10 miles.

At 9.00pm opened out South end of Popoff Island.

At 9.30pm Sealion Rocks [Seal Rocks in log-book] in line with Popoff (South end).

Steam 112 [pounds], revolutions 82.8.


Zachareffskaia Bay is also known as Zachary Bay.

Popoff Island is also known as Popof Island.

Kadiak is also known as Kodiak.

Portage Bay is also known as Balboa Bay.

Point Acheridina is also known as Acheredin Point.


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8 July 1894

At sea, cruising

Lat 54.40, Long -161.20


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, hazy about horizon.

Light SW breeze.

Steaming course S70°E.

At 1.40am South end of Chernabour Island abeam, patent log [reading] 58.2.

At same time Simeonoff Island tangent to SE end of Chernabour.

At 3.30am Chernabour on quarter, patent log [reading] 74.1.

Making it distant 15.9 miles [knots in log-book] at 1.40am.

At end of watch Chernabour bore N30°W.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 76.6.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze from SW.

Course S70°E.

At 4.30am Simeonoff Island bearing N20°E.

Changed course to S83°W, log [reading] 82.3.

At end of watch following bearings were taken: South end Nagai Island N25°W, highest point on Simeonoff Island N22°E, ship's head S83°W.

Average steam 105 [pounds], average revolutions 76.8.

At end of watch land in sight from WNW to NNE.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light to moderate breeze from SW by West.

At 10.00am Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.

Then held general muster and read Articles of War.

At 11.30am changed course to S36°W (per compass), patent log [reading] 44.6.

Average steam pressure 110 pounds and average revolutions 88.3.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, dense fog latter part.

Gentle to light Southwesterly breezes.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course S36°W (per standard compass).

At 3.10pm sounded bottom, 110 fathoms wire.

Banked fires in boiler A, reduced speed and coal allowance to 20 tons per diem, boilers C and D.

At 3.15pm stopped and got and up and down cast with 65 fathoms wire out, patent log reading 84.3.

At 3.19pm went ahead on [previous] course.

At 3.36pm changed course to S19°W (per standard compass), patent log reading 86.6.

At 3.40pm sounded no bottom, 200 fathoms wire out.

Average revolutions 91.9, steam pressure 118 pounds.


4pm to 6pm:

Foggy weather.

Light breezes from SW.

Under fires in 3 boilers, making 80 revolutions, steam 113 [pounds].

Sounding fog whistle at intervals.

Course S19°W per standard compass.


6pm to 8pm:

Foggy and wet.

Light SW by South breezes.

Steaming course S19°W, making 80 turns.

At 7.00pm changed course to S72°W, patent log [reading] 15.7.

Average steam 117.5 [pounds], revolutions 80.3.

At 7.30pm got a cast, no bottom at 200 fathoms.


8pm to midnight:

Foggy and wet, light to gentle breeze from SW.

Course S72°W.

Sounded every 30 minutes, no bottom, 200 fathoms wire out.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 80.


Chernabour Island is also known as Chernabura Island.

Simeonoff Island is also known as Simeonof Island.


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9 July 1894

At sea, cruising, and at anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 54.07, Long -164.38


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and foggy.

At 1.03am changed course to West by North, patent log reading 65.6.

At 3.20am got up and down cast of lead in 65 fathoms.

At 2.35am started ahead and changed course to NW, patent log reading 78.3.

At 3.30am dropped stream anchor in 51½ fathoms water and veered to 90 fathoms on wire cable, patent log when hauled in reading 86.2.

Average steam pressure 116 pounds and average revolutions 85.3.


4am to 8am:

Foggy.

Gentle breeze from SSW.

Sea smooth.

During watch ship dragged 1½ miles [knots in log-book] to the NE (per standard compass).


8am to meridian:

Foggy weather, occasional glimpses of the horizon, then fog shutting in thick.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and after setting up drill had divisional drill as follows: 1st and 4th [Divisions] great guns; 2nd and Powder [Divisions] single sticks; 3rd and Navigator's [Divisions] small arms.

At anchor with stream anchor and dragging about ½ knot per hour to Northward and Westward.

At 11.00am got under way and ran till 11.40am, when fog shutting down, slowed to 60 turns.

Course NNW (per standard compass).

At end of watch running at above speed.

By order of Commanding Officer C. Ellis, Landsman, for late hammocks, was given 2 hours' extra lookout, which he stood, J. Lynch, Oiler, for slow in obeying orders of Master-at-Arms, one day's double irons and J. Sterling, First-class Fireman, for slow in obeying orders of Master-at-Arms, 2 days' double irons, they were accordingly placed in double irons.

Running sounding machine from 11.00am to 12.00pm, giving with 60 revolution soundings from 80 to 100 fathoms of wire out.


Meridian to 4pm:

Foggy and thick.

Light to moderate breezes from SW to SE.

At 12.15pm went ahead on NNW course.

At 12.45pm sighted and exchanged numbers with U.S.S. "Petrel", stopped and delivered a mail bag.

At 1.10pm went ahead on course NNW.

At 2.02pm changed course to W½N, patent log [reading] 11.1.

At 2.05pm sighted land bearing NW by North (Unimak [Island]).

At 2.30pm land along starboard hand about 1½ miles distant, changed course to WSW, patent log [reading] 15.5.

At 2.45pm rock off Scotch Cape on bow, patent log [reading] 17.9, abeam at 2.56pm, patent log 20.0, making it 2.1 miles [knots in log-book] distant.

Exercised Marines at bayonet exercise.

At 3.50pm set staysail.

Last hour fog lifting.

Breed Island abeam at end of watch.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 88.3.


4pm to 6pm:

Fine weather, land obscured at times by thick fog.

Wind in fresh squalls from SSE.

Course WSW.

Barometer falling.

At 5.05pm sighted North Head of Akun Island through fog 1½ points on port bow, at 5.35pm it was abeam, distant 2.5 miles, log [reading] 50.3, then changed course to SW½W.

Set fore trysail and staysail.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 106.3.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and foggy.

Fresh breezes from SSE.

From 6.00pm until 6.48pm standing between North Head of [Akun Island] and North Head [of] Akutan Island.

At 7.26pm the NW point on port beam, distant 2 miles, patent log [reading] 70.8, and at 7.45pm the Westward point abeam and distant 4.2 miles, patent log reading 74.1.

Average steam pressure 112.5 pounds and average revolutions 105.8.


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8pm to midnight:

Foggy during first half hour, while standing across Unalga Pass, then clear and cool, bright starlight latter part.

Moon set behind the hills at 10.30pm.

Very fresh breezes from SSE, decreasing towards end of watch.

Steaming course S25°W (per standard compass).

At 8.25pm changed [course] to S12°W, patent log [reading] 83.6, at 8.42pm changed to S7°W, patent log 85.

At 8.53pm Priest Rock bore E⅝S (per standard compass), distant 1.2 miles.

Then stood into Dutch Harbor, Unalaska, under conn of the Commanding Officer.

At 9.15pm exchanged distinguishing lights with U.S.S. "Mohican".

At 9.46pm hauled in patent log, reading 95.

Signaled (wigwag) "Permission to anchor", U.S.S. "Mohican" answered "granted".

At 9.51pm anchored with 45 fathoms of port bower chain in 18 fathoms water, soft mud bottom.

Draft of ship forward 12 feet 2 inches, aft 15 feet 11 inches.

Hoisted out steam launch.

The Commanding Officer paid an official visit to U.S.S. "Mohican".

Delivered to and received bags of mail from U.S.S. "Mohican".

At 10.05pm U.S.S. "Mohican" signaled "Bank fires".

Found U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" in port.

At 11.05pm set clock back 5 minutes.

Average revolutions 104.2, average steam pressure 112.5 pounds.


Unimak Island is also known as Ounimak Island.

Scotch Cape is also known as Scotch Cap.

Breed Island is also known as Tanginak Island.

North Head of Akun Island is also known as Akun Head.


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10 July 1894

At Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.89, Long -166.53


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and fine.

Light to moderate breezes from SSE.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine.

Moderate wind from South.

Ran out a kedge preparatory to dropping alongside coal ship "Iroquois".

At 6.55am U.S.S. "Mohican" made dress and time signal 6157.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Wind in fresh squalls from SE.

Made preparations for coaling.

At 9 o'clock attempted to get under way under one engine, failed and let go port anchor, afterwards steamed ahead and let go starboard anchor, 90 fathoms port chain and 45 fathoms starboard chain.

Bearings at anchorage: Rocky Point SE, Spithead NE¾E, both magnetic.

By order of Commanding Officer released J. Lynch, Oiler, and Thomas Dalton, Second-class Fireman.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from North American Commercial Company: 97½ pounds fresh meat and 97½ pounds fresh vegetables.

Spread fires in boiler A at 9.30am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate to fresh breeze from SE.

At 2.05pm got up anchor and shifted berth.

At 2.20pm came to anchor in 18 fathoms water, muddy bottom, with starboard anchor, veering to 60 fathoms chain, then let go port anchor, 17¼ fathoms water, and veered to 20 fathoms chain.

At 3.30pm veered to 25 fathoms on port chain.

Allowed fires to die out under boiler A.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Fresh to stiff breezes in heavy squalls from SSE.

At 5.40pm mustered at quarters.

Veered tout all of port bower chain, cleaned out locker, hove in and inspected chain to 25 fathoms.

At 7.30pm a vessel was seen in the offing for a few moments, made general signal 5699 to U.S.S. "Mohican".

Received from General Storekeeper, Navy Yard Mare Island, via steamer "Bertha" the following stores: in Construction and Repair Department: 1 tinner's furnace.

In Equipment Department: 4 curtains; 2 rugs; and 4 pounds linen thread; in Paymaster's Department: 3 boxes of blank forms and books.

In Equipment [Department], exempted [classes]: 15 portables number 4; 500 feet hemp covered portable conductor; 150 feet silk covered portable conductor; 2 cargo reflectors; 1 dozen single pole switches; 16 gauze brushes; 6 porcelain shades number 1; 6 porcelain shades number 3; 30 tubes for sounding machine.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, moderate to strong wind in squalls from SSE to South by West.

Barometer steady.

At 8.30pm exchanged distinguishing pennants with U.S.S. "Concord" to seaward.

U.S.S. "Concord" asked and received permission from U.S.S. "Mohican" to anchor.

At 9.12pm U.S.S. "Concord" anchored bearing SW by South.

Sent a mail bag to her.


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11 July 1894

At Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.89, Long -166.53


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy.

Wind in fresh to stiff squalls from SSE, moderating somewhat at close of watch.

Barometer high and steady.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, cool weather.

Gentle, increasing to stiff breeze in squalls from SSE.

At 5.40am got up port anchor and then by veering on starboard chain, dropped down on starboard side of "Iroquois" for coaling.

On starboard anchor used chain as follows: 105 fathoms starboard chain, then both sheet chains (90 fathoms) and then 30 fathoms port bower chain.

In all 225 fathoms chain.

Sent stream anchor with hawser as spring from starboard quarter.

Naval Cadet Wells with party of men from U.S.S. "Concord", who were brought from Alitak Bay, returned to U.S.S. "Concord", taking with them all camping outfit.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and misty, with occasional drizzling rain.

Gentle to stiff breezes in squalls from SSE.

By order of the Commanding Officer released from confinement J. Sterling, First-class Fireman.

At 9.30am began coaling from tackle of ship "Iroquois", and received during watch 38 tons 840 pounds of bituminous coal (Comox).

Delivered to U.S.S. "Mohican" 2 boxes of marine clothing.

U.S.S. "Concord" went alongside the collier "Willamette".


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and stormy weather, raining latter part.

Wind from SSE to South by East, coming in fresh squalls, and then following to light and moderate breezes.

Coaling ship, received during watch about 52 tons of coal.

Sent seining party ashore.


4pm to 8pm [6pm in log-book]:

Cloudy, rainy and wet.

Moderate to strong wind in squalls from SSE and South by East.

Barometer falling, 30.12 to 30.04.

Coaling ship until 6.00pm, when stopped for the day, having received 34 tons 759 pounds during watch, making a total of 125 tons 459 pounds.

Transferred to Revenue Cutter U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin": 44¼ yards blue flannel.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 110 pounds fresh meat; 92½ pounds fresh vegetables.

At 4.45pm veered to 232½ fathoms starboard chain at water's edge.

At 7.25pm let go port bower under foot in 15 fathoms water.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, squally weather, drizzling rain at times 1st hour.

Fresh squalls from SSE first part, moderating latter part of watch.

At 9.10pm sent launch to Sumner Bay after seining party left ashore.

At 10.10pm launch returned having found it too rough to bring party off from shore.


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12 July 1894

At Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.89, Long -166.53


Midnight to 4am:

Unsettled weather, partly clear overhead, heavy cumulus and nimbus clouds over surrounding hills and valleys.

Light to fresh breezes in stiff squalls from SSE to SW.

Veered to 30 fathoms on port chain (shackle at windlass).


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Moderate to fresh breezes from South and South by West.

Commenced coaling at 7.00am.

At end of watch received 19½ tons.

Sent steam cutter for fishing party.

Barometer rising.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Light to fresh breeze in puffs from South, shifting to NE by North at end of watch.

Barometer rising very rapidly.

Coaling ship, having received at end of watch a total of 209 tons 1845 pounds, 66 tons 1708 pounds during watch.

At 10.00am started fires under B boiler.

At 11.30am hove up port anchor.

At end of watch wind shifted to seaward, swung the wrong way, bringing starboard chain across moorings of "Iroquois".

At 8.00am U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" went to sea.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze to light airs from NE by North to NE by East.

Engaged coaling ship and clearing chain wire hawser from the "Iroquois" moorings.

At 2.10pm finished coaling, hauled clear of "Iroquois" and out to over starboard anchor, securing chain with 45 fathoms waters edge.

Total amount of coal received on board 222 tons 1680 pounds.

By order of the Commanding Officer placed J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, in double irons, for shirking.

The following wigwag signals were received from and made to U.S.S. "Mohican": "Have you any mail for the Admiral of the Fleet", we answered "No, but some for the Secretary"; "Have you mail for the Alert and Ranger", we answered "Yes".

The above mail was sent on board U.S.S. "Mohican", by order from U.S.S. "Mohican".


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy weather, foggy about horizon and mountains.

Light breeze from NNE to NE.

Washed down decks.

Albert Garren, Seaman, was this day discharged from the Naval Service, his term of enlistment having expired.


8pm to midnight:

Foggy and damp.

Light breezes from NE by North, calm latter part.


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13 July 1894

At Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.89, Long -166.53


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, foggy and wet.

Calm and variable airs.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, foggy and drizzling.

Calm.

Returned barrow and lumber borrowed from the "Iroquois".


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Calms and light airs from NE.

At 8.40am U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" came in and anchored, and at 10.20am U.S.S. "Mohican" went out.

At 9.35am went to quarters.

Divisions exercised as follows: setting up exercises, then boat drill arm and away.

Times reported ready as follows: 1st cutter 10 minutes; 2nd cutter 8 minutes; steam launch 6 minutes; sailing launch 11 minutes; and whaleboat 8 minutes 30 seconds.

At 11.00am the ship "Iroquois" shifted berth to East by South of us, just inside of spit.

W.P. Munger, Apprentice, was given 2½ hours' extra duty, as part of punishment assigned by Commanding Officer June 5th.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Calms and light variable airs.

Fishing and seining parties of officers and men left the ship.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Concord" paid an official visit to this ship.

At 3.25pm U.S.S. "Concord" hauled out from the collier.

C.A. Barnes, Apprentice First-class, and J.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, were drilled for 1 hour, punishment assigned this day.

Received in Department of Steam Engineering from North American Commercial Company: 3 barrels oil.

Scrubbing ship's side and touching up rust spots outside.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and misty, with drizzling rain at times.

At 5.30pm U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" went to sea, and at 5.40pm U.S.S. "Concord" stood in towards Unalaska, and at 6.15pm went to sea.

At 5.45pm had fire quarters, times as follows: 1st Division 1 minute 0 seconds; 2nd Division 1 minute 30 seconds; 3rd [Division] 2 minutes 0 seconds; 4th [Division] 2 minutes 0 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 2 minutes 0 seconds; Powder Division 1 minute 0 seconds; and Marines 1 minute 0 seconds.

Secured as follows: 1st Division 1 minute 45 seconds; 2nd Division 2 minutes 30 seconds; 3rd Division 2 minutes 0 seconds; 4th Division 1 minute 30 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 0 minutes 45 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 30 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 30 seconds.

Water: forward 1 minute 0 seconds; aft 1 minute 30 seconds.

Seining and fishing parties returned with a good catch of salmon, salmon trout and a few halibut.

By order of Commanding Officer W.P. Munger, Apprentice First-class, did 1½ hours' extra duty as boat keeper, punishment assigned June 5th.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, drizzling and foggy.

Calm.

W.P. Munger, Apprentice First-class, had 3 hours' extra duty as boat keeper, part punishment assigned by the Commanding Officer June 5th.


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14 July 1894

At anchor Dutch Harbor, and at sea

Lat 53.89, Long -166.53


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy and damp.

Calms and light airs from ESE.


4am to 8am:

Foggy, occasional drizzling rain.

Light airs and breezes from NNE to NNW.

At 6.00am started fires in boilers A and C.

Hoisted on board for repairs the steam launch's boiler.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and damp, with fog resting over the land.

Gentle breezes from NNW to North by West.

Made preparations for sea, and at 11.45am called up anchor and stood out of Dutch Harbor.

At noon put over patent log, reading 95.2.

At 8.20am the British schooner "Wanderer" asked permission to get under way by wigwag, which being granted by this vessel, she stood over toward Unalaska.

Weekly inspection as per United States Navy Regulations Circular number 8 was made by Lieutenant Cutler, inspection also was made by Surgeon G.P. Lumsden.

Engaged in repairing steam launch's boiler.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Light breeze from West.

Standing out of harbor under [in in log-book] conn of Captain.

At 12.15pm set course N55°W, patent log [reading] 97.7.

At 1.05pm Cape Cheerful abeam, patent log [reading] 5.9.

At 1.20pm sighted a schooner bearing N18°W.

At 1.24pm changed course to N12°W, patent log [reading] 9.2.

At 1.47pm, log reading 13.2, heading various courses for schooner.

At 2.03pm hauled in patent log, reading 16.0, and stopped engines.

Sent boarding officer to schooner "Emma" of Morzovia.

At 2.45pm put over patent log and went ahead on course N56°W.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 97.1.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and cool, light fog shutting out land after 5 o'clock, fog cleared away at end of watch.

Mustered at quarters and had setting up drill.

Steam 116 [pounds], revolutions 96.6.

Course N56°W.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, foggy about the horizon, cool weather.

Light breeze from North to NNW.

Course N56°W.

By order of the Commanding Officer released J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, from confinement.

Average steam pressure 115 pounds and average revolutions 100.6.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty.

Light to gentle Northwesterly and Westerly breezes.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course N56°W (per standard compass), [using] boilers A, B and C.

About 9.00pm saw three seals.

Average revolutions 102.9, steam pressure 118 pounds.


Morzovia is also known as Morzhovoi.


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15 July 1894

At sea, and at anchor St. Paul

Lat 57.05, Long -170.30


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and misty.

Gentle breezes from West.

Saw 2 seals.

Steam 112 [pounds], revolutions 99.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, foggy and damp.

Light WSW breeze.

Steaming course N56°W.

At 5.00am sighted St. George Island bearing N51°W.

At 5.58am East end of St. George Island bore on starboard bow, patent log [reading] 77.3.

At 6.40am Red Bluffs abeam, distant about 2 miles, patent log [reading] 86.1.

Steering various courses while rounding St. George Island.

At 7.20am rounding Dalnoi Point.

At 7.35am sighted U.S.S. "Alert" bearing East by North, anchored in North anchorage.

At end of watch off High Bluff.

Average steam 111 [pounds], revolutions 98.4.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, foggy at intervals.

Gentle breeze from WSW to SW.

Course N61°W.

Standing in for North anchorage, St. George Island, under conn of the Commanding Officer, to communicate with U.S.S. "Alert", at 8.50am stopped and spoke U.S.S. "Alert", hauled in log, reading 6.6.

At 8.55am put ship on course N61°W and put over log, reading 6.6.

Dalnoi Point abeam at 9.25am.

At 9.50am St. George Island shut out by fog.

At 10 o'clock mustered at quarters.

At 10.30am saw 3 seals.

Set clock back 19 minutes between 11.00am and 11.30am.

At 10.27am made Otter Island bearing N76°W, log [reading] 35.1, immediately afterwards sighted St. Paul Island on starboard bow.

At 11.38am changed to N58°W, log [reading] 36.2, at 11.44am to N36°W (log 38.2), at 11.55am to N12°W (log 40.3), and at noon to N9°W (log 40.8).

At 11.44am sighted U.S.S. "Mohican" and U.S.S. "Ranger" at anchor in Lukannon Bay, made our distinguishing pennant and headed for them.

The following bearings were taken at end of watch: Mount Polovina N⅝W, North tangent Otter Island SW by W¾W.

Steam 118 [pounds], revolutions 97.6.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from WSW to SW by West.

At 12.22pm hauled in patent log, reading 44.9.

At 12.30pm came to anchor in 8¾ fathoms water, hard bottom, with port anchor, 35 fathoms chain.

Banked fires.

Completed repairs to steam launch's boiler, and hoisted it into the launch.

Draft of ship 13 feet 6 inches forward and 16 feet 4 inches aft.

Bearings from anchorage: Mount Bogoslof NW½W (magnetic) and Kitavie Point SSW¾W (magnetic).


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant, cool.

Light to gentle Southwesterly breezes.

Fires banked [in] 3 boilers.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, foggy and wet.

Light airs from West.


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16 July 1894

At anchor St. Paul

Lat 57.14, Long -170.23


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and misty, with heavy fog at times.

Light airs and breezes from NW to WNW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, foggy.

Light airs and breezes from NW.

At 6.40am U.S.S. "Ranger" got under way and stood out to Southward and Eastward.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made dress signal 6157.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant, clearing latter part.

Light breezes from West to WSW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, had setting up exercises and drilled as follows: 1st and 4th Divisions single sticks and pistols; 2nd, 3rd and Navigator's Divisions small arms; Powder Division single sticks.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, did 35 minutes' extra boat duty, punishment assigned June 12th.

Cleaning tiller compartment, painting 2nd cutter, red-leading rust spots on fish davits, and touching up with white paint red-lead spots outside, painting bathroom and officer's water closet (forward one).


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Light to gentle breezes from West and WNW.

Repairing tiller ropes.

At 1.30pm drilled Marine Guard as per routine.

Touching up red-lead spots outside.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, performed 2 hours' extra boat duty by order of Commanding Officer, punishment assigned May 12th.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, foggy and raw.

Light breezes from West to NW by West.

At 5.45pm inspected at quarters.

At 5.50pm sighted U.S.S. "Alert" bearing SE.

At 6.26pm U.S.S. "Alert" anchored.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice, served 1½ hours' extra duty as boat keeper.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, foggy and damp latter part.

Light airs and breezes from West by South.

Tested searchlights and Ardois signaling lights and found them in good working order.


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17 July 1894

At anchor Lukannon Bay, St. Paul

Lat 57.14, Long -170.23


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, cool, misty around horizon.

Light breeze from SW by South.

At 2.22am the full moon set.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine till last hour, when it clouded over.

Gentle breezes from SW.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made time and dress signal affirmative 6157.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, pleasant weather.

Light SSW breezes.

Barometer steady.

Captain awarded punishments as follows: H.R. Barker, Apprentice Second-class, noisy on quarterdeck in morning and impudent in bearing toward Officer of Deck when cautioned about same, 3 days' 3 hours each day on bridge as signal lookout; S.B. Hawley, Landsman, noisy on quarterdeck, 2 days' 3 hours each day on bridge as signal lookout; H.F. Laing, Apprentice First-class, very slow manning boat, 4 days' extra boat keeper in whaleboat.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, after which had aiming drill and drilled landing party.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from U.S.S. "Mohican": 281 pounds sugar.

At 11.35am U.S.S. "Mohican" got under way and stood to Southward and Eastward.

At 9.45am U.S.S. "Mohican" made general signal 3024.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice, served 1 hour's extra duty as boat keeper.

H.R. Barker, Apprentice Second-class, served 1½ hours on bridge and S.B. Hawley 1 hour, as per punishment this day awarded.


Meridian to 4pm:

Alternating clear and foggy.

Light breeze from South by West.

H.R. Barker, Apprentice Second-class, stood 1½ hours on bridge, by order of Commanding Officer, as signal lookout, part punishment assigned this morning, and S.B. Hawley, Landsman, stood 3 hours as signal lookout, part punishment assigned this morning.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, had 3 hours' extra duty as boat keeper, part punishment assigned by Commanding Officer May 12th, for disobedience of orders.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and foggy.

Light breeze from SSW.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice, was given 2½ hours' extra duty as boat keeper, as part of punishment assigned by Commanding Officer June 12th.


8pm to midnight:

Foggy and raw.

Light breezes from SSW.

Barometer steady.


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18 July 1894

At anchor Lukannon Bay, St. Paul

Lat 57.14, Long -170.23


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, foggy and damp.

Light SSW breezes.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and foggy.

Light breeze from SSW.


8am to meridian:

Foggy weather.

Light to gentle breeze from SSW to SW by South.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised as follows: 1st and 4th Division small arms; 2nd and Powder Divisions great guns; 3rd and Navigator's Divisions small arms.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice, was given ½ hour's extra duty as boat keeper, as part of punishment assigned by Commanding Officer June 12th, and S.B. Hawley and H.R. Barker, Apprentices, were each given 2¼ hours' lookout on bridge, as part of punishment assigned by Commanding Officer July 16th.


Meridian to 4pm:

Foggy, with drizzling rain.

Light breeze from South and South by East.

Sea smooth.

Sent ashore for use of Treasury Agent as signal gun: one 1-pounder rapid fire gun, mounted on field carriage, with 10 rounds of common shell.

Sent an officer to explain the working and how to care for the gun.

H.R. Barker, Apprentice Second-class, and S.B. Hawley, Landsman, completed this day 3 hours' lookout, punishment assigned July 16th.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, completed his extra duty as boat keeper, punishment assigned by the Commanding Officer May 12th and June 12th.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with rain and mist first half of watch.

Light to gentle breezes from South by East.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters and exercised divisions at setting up drill.

The bolt holding gin block of peak halyard of main gaff carried away from weight of one man on vang, gaff came down by the run, snapping off the peak of the gaff.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, foggy and rainy, light breeze from SSE to South.


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19 July 1894

At Lukannon Bay, St. Paul Island

Lat 57.14, Long -170.23


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and foggy, raining at intervals.

Light to gentle breeze from Southward.


4am to 8am:

Foggy, with drizzling rain.

Light breeze from South.

At 5.10am U.S.S. "Alert" made signal interrogatory 4890, U.S.S. "Yorktown" answered "Affirmative".

At 5.30am U.S.S. "Alert" got under way and stood to the Southward and Eastward.


8am to meridian:

Foggy, with drizzling rain at times.

At 9.30am mustered and exercised divisions at setting up drill, and then sounded to general quarters, times of divisions as follows: 1st [Division] 3 minutes 15 seconds; 2nd [Division] 4 minutes 0 seconds; 3rd [Division] 7 minutes 30 seconds; 4th [Division] 2 minutes 45 seconds; Powder [Division] 5 minutes 15 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 30 seconds.

Secured at 10.00am: 1st Division 4 minutes 15 seconds; 2nd [Division] 5 minutes 30 seconds; 3rd [Division] 2 minutes 45 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 30 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 15 seconds; Powder [Division] 4 minutes 0 seconds; and Marines 1 minute 0 seconds.

Exercised apprentices in signals.

H.R. Barker, Apprentice Second-class, stood 2½ hours' extra watch, punishment assigned by Commanding Officer for being noisy on quarterdeck.

Tested all flood cocks and found them in working order.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast foggy and wet.

Light breezes from South and South by East.

H.R. Barker, Apprentice Second-class, served ½ hour's extra lookout.

Exercised Marine guard at bayonet drill.


4pm to 8pm:

Foggy and wet.

Gentle breeze from SSE.

Mustered at evening quarters and had setting up drill.


8pm to midnight:

Foggy and wet.

Gentle to moderate breeze from South by East.

Short choppy sea.

Fires banked under boilers A and B.

Barometer 29.97 to 29.93.


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20 July 1894

At anchor Lukannon Bay, St. Paul Island

Lat 57.14, Long -170.23


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, raw and foggy.

Gentle to moderate breezes from South by East to South by West.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, foggy and wet, occasional light drizzling rain.

Gentle breeze from South to SSW.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and foggy, fog partly cleared 3rd hour, when St Paul Island was visible, thick at end of watch.

Moderate breeze from SSW.

At 9.30am mustered and inspected at quarters and had setting up drill and aiming drill, then called away all boats armed and equipped, times as follows: 1st cutter 3 minutes 5 seconds; 2nd cutter 3 minutes 30 seconds; whaleboat 3 minutes 55 seconds; sailing launch 3 minutes 52 seconds; steam launch 4 minutes 0 seconds.

Secured at 10.13am: 1st cutter 1 minute 30 seconds; 2nd cutter 1 minute 5 seconds; whaleboat 1 minute 10 seconds; sailing launch 2 minutes 27 seconds; steam launch 2 minutes 5 seconds.

At 10.21am called away fire party, times as follows: 2 minutes 5 seconds for 1st cutter; and 2 minutes 53 seconds for 2nd cutter.

Engaged overhauling blocks and boat boxes.

At 9.00am veered to 45 fathoms chain.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, foggy and damp.

Moderate breeze from SSW to SW by South.

At 1.30pm apprentices drilled at signals and 1st section of Engineer's Division drilled at great guns.


4pm to 8pm:

Dense fog and wet.

Gentle to light breezes from SSW to South by West.

At 5.40pm exercised at fire quarters, ready as follows: 1st Division 2 minutes 30 seconds, 2nd [Division] 1 minute 0 seconds; [3rd Division not mentioned]; 4th [Division] 2 minutes 0 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 0 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 30 seconds; Marines 1 minute 0 seconds.

Secured at 5.44pm: 1st Division 1 minute 30 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 30 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 30 seconds; 4th [Division] 0 minutes 45 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 0 seconds; Navigator's 0 minutes 45 seconds; and Marines 1 minute 0 seconds.

Light swell from South by West.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, foggy and damp, light rain last hour.

Light wind from South by West, shifting to SW last hour.


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21 July 1894

At anchor Lukannon Bay, and at sea

Lat 57.18, Long -169.95 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and misty.

Moderate breeze from SW.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, foggy and damp.

Gentle to stiff breeze in squalls from SW by South.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and foggy, lighting up at intervals.

At 9.45am got under way, with 2 boilers, and stood across to Walrus Island, speed 8.8 knots.

At 10.30am Hutchinson Hill bore NW½W (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 52.6.

At 10.45am SW end of Walrus Island bore SE (per standard compass), distant 8 miles [knots in log-book].

At 10.55am rounded to off NE end of island, making soundings, and at 11.32am anchored with stream anchor in 22 fathoms of water, veering to 95 fathoms on hawser.

Draft of ship forward 13 feet 4 inches, aft 16 feet 3 inches.

Passed Assistant Surgeon Lumsden, Assistant Engineer Moritz and Ensign Jackson made the weekly inspection called for in United States Navy Circular number 8.

At end of watch anchor dragging and ship drifting very slowly to the ENE.

Average revolutions while on course 80.4, steam pressure 110 pounds.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cool and foggy, St. Paul Island occasionally visible.

Ship swung to wind at 1.30pm and anchor caught and held remainder of watch.

At 1.00pm officers visited Walrus Island, finding guillemots, auks and puffins breeding there.

At end of watch, boats having returned, spread fires and got under way.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy.

Moderate SW wind, hauling to WSW.

At 4.06pm hove up kedge and stood out on course NW by West, patent log [reading] 55.7.

At 4.44pm Hutchinson Point abeam, distant 2.7 miles, patent log [reading] 61.1.

Steering various courses while rounding Northeast Point at a general distance of about 3 miles.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters.

At 5.55pm hauled in patent log, reading 70.2, and at 6.00pm came to with starboard anchor in 8 fathoms water, veering to 45 fathoms chain, hard bottom, fine sand.

Banked fires.

Bearings: North Hill S55°W, Little Polovina S12°E, Big Polovina S43°E, ship's head SW by W½W.

Average steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 77.3.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and damp, squally.

Moderate breeze from SW by West.


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22 July 1894

At anchor North Anchorage, St. Paul

Lat 57.22, Long -170.27


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and misty.

Moderate breezes from SW by West to SW by South.

Fires banked in boilers A and B.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Thick fog all watch, cold and raw.

Gentle to moderate breezes from SW by South to SSW and South.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and wet until last hour, when clearing weather.

Moderate wind, fresh in squalls from South to SSE.

Barometer falling, 29.93 to 29.87.

A long Westerly swell rolling in.

At 10.00am Captain inspected berth deck, store rooms, engine and boiler rooms.


Midnight to 4am:

Partly clear first hour, for remainder of watch overcast, misty, then foggy.

Moderate breeze from SSE, with stiff to fresh squalls of short duration and drizzling rain, wind moderated and hauled to South at end of watch.

Barometer falling slowly


4pm to 8pm:

Foggy and damp.

Moderate to fresh breeze in squalls from South by West.

Long ground swell from WSW.


8pm to midnight:

Foggy and damp.

Gentle to fresh breezes from South, hauling to SSE and moderating.

Barometer falling rapidly last two hours.


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23 July 1894

At anchor [St. Paul Island], and at sea

Lat 57.22, Long -170.27


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy foggy and wet.

Moderate breeze, fresh in squalls from SSE to SW by West.

Barometer falling, 29.52 to 29.38.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, misty.

Wind in moderate to fresh squalls from SW.

Barometer low and falling slowly.


8am to meridian:

Foggy, squally weather.

Fresh breeze to moderate gale from SW, gradually hauling to West by South, with gradually rising barometer.

At 9.25am let go port anchor and then veered to 60 fathoms on starboard [chain] and 14 fathoms on port chain.

By order of Commanding Officer S.B. Hawley, Landsman, having clothes in lucky bag, and S. Larson, Ordinary Seaman, for wearing non-regulation cap, were assigned two days' extra duty apiece.

In conformity with this order each was given 3 hours' extra duty.

At 11.15am turned over engines and had all preparations made for getting under way.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, squally and misty.

Stiff breezes to moderate gale in heavy squalls from West to WSW.

Cross moderate sea with a swell from the Southward.

Barometer rising.

At 1.15pm got under way, with boilers A and B, and stood to the Northward and Eastward around Northeast Point, then to the Southward and Westward heading for the South end of island, making for Lukannon Bay.

At end of watch Halfway Point bore W½N (per standard compass), distant about 2 miles.

Sea too rough to obtain ship's draft.

Average revolutions 76.5, steam pressure 116 pounds.

S.B. Hawley, Landsman, and S. Larson, Ordinary Seaman, did 3 hours' extra duty, punishment assigned this forenoon.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, misty, with heavy fog first part of watch, clearing to Westward last hour.

Heavy swell from South by West.

Moderate to fresh breezes from WSW to SW by West.

At beginning of watch Polovina abeam, at 4.30pm rounded Stony Point and stood into anchorage Lukannon Bay.

At 4.45pm anchored in 8 fathoms water and veered to 45 fathoms on port chain.

Telegraph Hill N68°W, South point [Lukannon Point] SSW⅝W, ship's head SW by South.

At 6.20pm veered to 60 fathoms on port chain.

Repaired wheel ropes of steam steering gear.

Clouds drifting from WSW.

At 4.40pm hauled in patent log, reading 94.2.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and foggy.

Barometer steady at 29.69.

Moderate breeze from SW by West.

Long swell from SE.

Tested searchlights, Ardois signals and ship's distinguishing lights and found them in good order.


Lukannon Point is also known as Lukanin Point.


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24 July 1894

At anchor Lukannon Bay, St. Paul

Lat 57.14, Long -170.24


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, foggy and damp.

Light to fresh breeze from SW by West to WSW.

Long swell from Southward and Eastward.


4am to 8am:

Dense fog and wet.

Gentle to light breezes from SW and SW by South.

At 7.40am hove in to 45 fathoms on port chain.

Long swell from South by East.

Barometer steady.

Fires banked in boilers A and B.


8am to meridian:

Foggy and damp all watch.

Light breezes from SW by South.

At 9.30am mustered divisions, had setting up drill, aiming drill, then battalion and skirmish drill.

Exercised apprentices in signals.

By order of Commanding Officer S.B. Hawley, Landsman, for clothes in lucky bag, and S. Larson, Ordinary Seaman, for wearing non-regulation cap, performed 1¼ hours' extra duty.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs from SW by West.

At 1.30pm exercised Marines at infantry.

W.P. Munger, Apprentice, performed 1½ hours' extra duty as boat keeper, and H.F. Laing, Apprentice, 1 hour's, in continuation of punishment.

S.B. Hawley, Landsman, and S. Larson, Ordinary Seaman, performed 3 hours' extra duty each.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, then overcast, misty and foggy at intervals.

Light airs to light breezes from West by South to SW by West.

S.B. Hawley, Landsman, and S. Larson, Ordinary Seaman, performed ¾ hour's each extra duty, part punishment assigned by Commanding Officer July 21st.

H.F. Laing, Apprentice, had 1 hour's extra duty as boat keeper, part punishment assigned July 16th.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, misty and damp.

Light airs from SW by South to SSW.

Barometer rising.

Light Southerly swell.

Fires banked in two boilers.


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25 July 1894

At anchor Lukannon Bay, St. Paul, and off Otter Island, [and back]

Lat 57.05, Long -170.38


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy and damp.

Light airs and breezes from SW and SSW.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, foggy and damp, occasional intervals of clear weather, when horizon became visible.

Light West by South breeze.

At 6.40am got under way and stood out of anchorage.

At 6.45am put over patent log, reading 94.2.

Running towards Otter Island on various courses.

At 7.20am hauled in patent, log reading 98.2, and came to with kedge in 21 fathoms, veering to 90 fathoms.

At 7.45am, finding ship was dragging to Northwestward, let go port anchor.

At 7.50am fog lifted, showing Otter Island bearing SW½S, distant 2 miles, hove up kedge and at end of watch engaged in weighing port anchor.

Draft forward 12 feet 11 inches, aft 16 feet 2 inches.


8am to meridian:

Alternating overcast and foggy, and partly clear.

At 8.12am got under way.

At 8.15am put over patent log, reading 98.2, and stood under half speed for anchorage under lee of Otter Island, conned by the Commanding Officer.

At 8.46am hauled in log, reading 0.8, and at 8.50am anchored in 16 fathoms, hard bottom, veering to 45 fathoms port chain, heavy banked fires.

At 9.19am called "Abandon ship", lowered and provided all boats and shoved off from ship's side, everybody in boats, excepting men of engineer's force actually on duty below.

Times as follows, namely: 1st cutter 5 minutes; gig and 2nd cutter 7 minutes; whaleboat 8 minutes; sailing launch 14 minutes; and steam cutter 19 minutes.

Hunting parties of officers went ashore in gig and whaleboat.

Gunner's gang engaged scraping magazine bars and gratings, fitting falls for whaleboat.

W.P. Munger, Apprentice First-class, had 1½ hours' extra duty as boat keeper, part punishment assigned by Commanding Officer June 5th, and H. Laing, Apprentice First-class, had 1 hour as boat keeper of whaleboat, part punishment assigned July 16th.

From anchorage South end of Otter Island bore S28°W, North end S68°W (both magnetic).


Meridian to 4pm:

Light breeze from SW by West.

At 2.00pm drilled 2nd section of Engineer's Division at pistol drill, and apprentices at signals.

W.P. Munger, Apprentice First-class, had 3½ hours' extra boat duty as boat keeper, part of punishment assigned by Commanding Officer June 5th, and H.F. Laing, Apprentice First-class, had 1½ hours' extra duty as boat keeper, part of punishment assigned by Commanding Officer July 16th.

At 3.56pm got under way.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and misty, with dense fog and rain latter part.

Light Southwesterly airs and breezes.

Under way, standing across from Otter Island to Lukannon Bay, steaming with 2 boilers, speed 7.4 knots, steam pressure 110 pounds, average revolutions 75.5.

At 5.13pm anchored in Lukannon Bay in 7 fathoms water, sand bottom, veering to 45 fathoms on starboard bower anchor, near anchorage left this morning; picked up marking buoy and its moorings.

Low banked fires.

At 5.40pm mustered at quarters and had setting up exercises.

Draft forward 12 feet 9 inches, aft 16 feet 2 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, foggy, drizzling and wet.

Light SSW to SW airs and breezes.

Barometer steady.


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26 July 1894

At anchor Lukannon Bay

Lat 57.14, Long -170.24


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, misty and drizzling.

Light breeze from WSW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, damp weather.

Light variable airs from SW to NW.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and damp, clearing at intervals.

Light breezes from NW to West.

At 9.30am cleared ship for action, times as follows: 1st Division 24 minutes 45 seconds; 2nd [Division] 15 minutes 30 seconds; 3rd [Division] 14 minutes 20 seconds; 4th [Division] 11 minutes 15 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 12 minutes 30 seconds; and Powder [Division] 15 minutes 0 seconds.

Followed by general quarters, ready as follows: 1st Division 1 minute 50 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 45 seconds; 3rd [Division] 3 minutes 25 seconds; 4th [Division] 0 minutes 55 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 15 seconds; Powder [Division] 2 minutes 20 seconds; Marines 2 minutes 10 seconds; and Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 15 seconds.

At 11.00am secured and piped down, times as follows: 1st Division 13 minutes 0 seconds; 2nd [Division] 8 minutes 50 seconds; 3rd [Division] 10 minutes 15 seconds; 4th [Division] 5 minutes 10 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 6 minutes 25 seconds; and Powder [Division] 9 minutes 55 seconds.

Loosed sail and boat sails.

Tested flood cocks and found them in working order.

Overhauling gratings in tiller room and forward magazine.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and damp, foggy last part.

Gentle to moderate breezes from West and West by South.

Drilled Marine Guard at bayonet exercise.

Furled sail.

Continued work of forenoon.

Painting whaleboat.

By order of Commanding Officer W.P. Munger, Apprentice First-class, was boat keeper for 1½ hours, part of punishment for disrespect to Master-at-Arms.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, foggy and damp.

Gentle breezes from West to WSW.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Foggy and very damp.

Gentle to very fresh breeze in squalls from SW by West to WSW.


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27 July 1894

At anchor Lukannon Bay, St. Paul, Pribilof Islands

Lat 57.14, Long -170.24


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy and wet.

Gentle to stiff breezes in light squalls from WSW to SW by West.

Sea smooth.

Light banked fires in boilers A and B.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Drizzling rain all watch.

Gentle to moderate breezes from SW to SW by South.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, foggy and wet.

Gentle to moderate wind in puffs from SW by South.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions as follows: 1st Division small arms; 3rd and Navigator's [Divisions] single sticks; 2nd and Powder [Divisions] great guns; 4th [Division] small arms; and Marines infantry.

Dropped lifebuoys and found them in good working order.

Tested steam siren.


Meridian to 4pm:

Foggy, sun and land visible at times.

Moderate breeze from SW by South.

2nd section Engineer's Divisions was drilled at great guns.


4pm to 8pm:

Foggy.

Light to moderate breeze from SW by South.

At 5.40pm exercised at fire quarters, divisions reported ready as follows: 1st [Division] 2 minutes 0 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 45 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 30 seconds; 4th [Division] 2 minutes 0 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 2 minutes 0 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 30 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 0 seconds; Marines 0 minutes 30 seconds.

Secured as follows: 1st Division 0 minutes 30 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 30 seconds; 3rd [Division] 0 minutes 30 seconds; 4th [Division] 0 minutes 30 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 0 minutes 30 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 0 seconds; Engineer's [Division] 1 minute 0 seconds; and Marines 0 minutes 30 seconds.


8pm to midnight:

Foggy and cool.

Light airs from SSW.


Pribilof Islands are also known as Northern Fur Seal Islands.


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28 July 1894

At anchor Lukannon Bay, St. Paul

Lat 57.14, Long -170.24


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and foggy.

Light airs from South and SSW.


4am to 8am:

Foggy, sun visible at times.

Light airs from South.


8am to meridian:

Foggy.

Light airs from South to South by East.

Lieutenant T.H. Stevens and Chief Engineer Bates made the monthly inspection of the hull required by Navy Regulations Circular number 8, and Passed Assistant Surgeon Lumsden made the sanitary inspection required by same.

W.P. Munger, [Apprentice First-class], had 1¾ hours' extra duty as boat keeper, part of punishment assigned by Commanding Officer June 5th.


Meridian to 4pm:

Foggy.

Light airs and breezes from SW.

Sea smooth.

Barometer falling.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from the North American Commercial Company, St. Paul Island: 800 pounds salt beef; 201 pounds sugar; 128 pounds ham; and 225 pounds fresh potatoes.

H.F. Laing, Apprentice First-class [Second-class in log-book], did 1½ hours' boat duty, portion of punishment assigned July 16th.


4pm to 8pm:

Foggy.

Light breezes from SW and SW by West.

H.F. Laing, Apprentice First-class, was boat keeper for one hour, part of punishment assigned July 16th.


8pm to midnight:

Foggy, partly clear at times.

Light breeze to light airs from SW to WSW.


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29 July 1894

At Lukannon Bay, St. Paul

Lat 57.14, Long -170.24


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy and damp.

Calms and light airs from Westward.


4am to 8am:

Foggy and damp, clearing latter part.

Light airs from West by North to NW by West.

Sea smooth.

Light banked fires in boilers A and B.

Barometer rising.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, misty around horizon.

Smooth sea.

At 10.00am Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.

By order of Commanding Officer Martin Foley, First-class Fireman, was given acting appointment as Plumber and Fitter, from July 1st, 1894.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, pleasant weather.

Light Westerly breezes.

At 12.35pm sighted U.S.S. "Adams" bearing SSW.

U.S.S. "Adams" asked and received permission to anchor, and at 1.05pm she came to on a SE bearing.

Received an official visit from an officer of U.S.S. "Adams" representing her Commander.

Captain paid an official visit to U.S.S. "Adams".


4pm to 8pm:

Partly clear, pleasant weather, occasional streaks of fog over Island.

Light breeze from West by South.

At 4.10pm U.S.S. "Adams" signaled interrogatory 4890, this ship answered and signaled "affirmative".

At 4.18pm U.S.S. "Adams" got under way and stood to the Eastward and Southward.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, but pleasant first hour, then dense fog.

Calms and light airs from SSW to WSW.

Tested and found thermometer used for surface temperature to read 4° [Fahrenheit] lower than dry bulb thermometer.


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30 July 1894

At Lukannon Bay, St. Paul

Lat 57.14, Long -170.24


Midnight to 4am:

Heavy fog.

Light airs from West and WSW, then calm.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Calm and Westerly airs.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from SSE.

Inspected crew at quarters, had setting up exercise and pointing drill, then drilled as follows: 1st and 4th Divisions small arms; 2nd [Division] single sticks; 3rd and Navigator's [Divisions] small arms; and Marines infantry.

W.P. Munger, Apprentice First-class, had 3 hours' extra duty as boat keeper, part punishment assigned by the Commanding Officer June 5th.


Meridian to 4pm:

Foggy.

Light airs from Southward.

At 1.30pm the 3rd section of Engineer's Division was drilled at small arms.

Engaged in scrubbing spars and scraping boat gunwales and strongbacks.


4pm to 8pm:

Dense fog and wet.

Calms and light airs from South to SW.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters and had setting up exercises.

Tested electrical bell circuits and signals and found them in working order.

W.P. Munger, Apprentice First-class, did 3 hours' extra duty, portion of punishment assigned June 5th.

Sea smooth.

Fires banked in boilers A and B.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, foggy and damp.

Light South by West and SSW breezes.

Tested searchlights and Ardois.


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31 July 1894

At anchor Lukannon Bay and North Bay, St. Paul

Lat 57.14, Long -170.24


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy and wet.

Light airs from South to SSW.


4am to 8am:

Foggy and damp.

Light breeze from South by West.


8am to meridian:

Foggy and wet.

Light breezes from SSE.

Received from Government Agent at St. Paul Island: 375 pounds fresh seal meat for use of crew.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, followed by setting up exercises, aiming drill and then armed and equipped landing party, at 11.00am piped down.

One can of butter (7 pounds), belonging to Paymaster's stores, was stolen during the exercises of the landing party.

W.P. Munger, Apprentice First-class, did 50 minutes' extra duty, portion of punishment assigned June 5th.

Light banked fires in boilers A and B.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, with drizzling rain and mist.

Light to gentle breezes from South by East to SSE.

W.P. Munger, Apprentice First-class, was boat keeper, 3 hours' punishment assigned June 5th.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, foggy and drizzling.

Light SSE and South by East breezes.

At 6.22pm hove up and stood out of anchorage on NE by East course, patent log [reading] 8.1.

At 7.45pm, patent log reading 17, changed course to North.

Under two boilers.

Draft forward 12 feet 3 inches, aft 16 feet 2 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, damp and foggy.

Light airs to gentle breeze from South by East to SSW.

At 8.20pm, patent log [reading] 21.3, changed course to NW by West, at 9.12pm, patent log 27.3, changed course to WSW½W, at 9.40pm, patent log 30.8, changed course to SSW½W, and at 10.15pm, patent log 34.6, changed course to South by E½E.

At 10.17pm hauled in patent log, reading 34.0, and at 10.24pm came to anchor in 7 fathoms water, hard sand bottom, port anchor, and veered to 45 fathoms chain.


Approved: [signed] W.M. Folger, Commander U.S. Navy Commanding.



LOGS FOR AUGUST 1894


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1 August 1894

At anchor North Bay, St. Paul, Pribilof Islands

Lat 57.22, Long -170.27


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp, with fog around horizon.

Light breeze and airs from SSW to SE.

Sea smooth.

Barometer steady.

Fires banked in boilers A and B.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, damp and foggy.

Light to moderate breezes from South by East, coming in squalls last hour.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and foggy, but pleasant.

Light South by East breeze.

Navigator took soundings inshore of ship.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions as follows: 1st and 4th [Divisions] small arms; 2nd and Powder [Divisions] great guns; 3rd and Navigator's [Divisions] single sticks; and Marines infantry.

Scraping topmasts and gunwales of boats.

Captain ordered certain changes of ratings, as follows: W.J. Fiske from Landsman to Coal Passer, from July 29; R. Homes, Ordinary Seaman to Seaman, from July 1; J.F.R. Bohen, Second-class Fireman to First-class Fireman from, July 29; George Bendy, Coal Passer to Second-class Fireman, from July 29.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather, light mist at times.

Gentle breeze from South by West to SSW.

Discovered a leaky joint in forward washroom drain, had it plugged and repairs made.

3rd section of Engineer's force was drilled in use of pistols.

Apprentices were instructed in signals.

Engaged scraping boat gunwales and spars.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, foggy about the horizon.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SSW to SW by West first part, calms and light airs from SSW last hour.


8pm to midnight:

Generally overcast, with fog, clear Westward second hour.

Light airs to gentle breezes from South.


Pribilof Islands are also known as Northern Fur Seal Islands.


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2 August 1894

At anchor North Bay, St. Paul, Pribilof Islands

Lat 57.22, Long -170.27


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, foggy and wet.

Gentle SSE breezes.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, foggy, drizzling at times, land obscured part of watch.

Gentle to light breeze from South by East to SSW, with moderate squalls from South by East to South by West first half of watch.

Barometer falling slowly.


8am to meridian:

Foggy, drizzling rain first part, clearing away latter part.

Light to gentle breeze from South by East to SSE.

At 11.50am sent whaleboat ashore in answer to signal from shore.

Started fires under A and B boilers at 10.00am.

E. Warsaw, Apprentice Third-class, was rated to Apprentice Second-class from July 1st, 1894, by order of Commanding Officer.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from South by East to South by West.

Fires banked in boilers C and D, dying out in boilers A and B.

At 12.25pm the whaleboat returned from the shore, where two natives had a message to the effect that a bark was in sight from the village and to the Southward.

Exercised the Marine Guard at bayonet exercise and the apprentices at signal drill.

Oiled topmasts, scraped and red-leaded iron works of leadsmen's platforms, overhauled cleats for foot boards on nettings.

Expended one boathook, broken in use.

W.P. Munger, Apprentice First-class, did 1 hour's extra boat duty, portion of punishment assigned July 5th.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and foggy.

Light to gentle breezes from South, in moderate squalls last hour.

W.P. Munger, Apprentice First-class, was boat keeper 1 hour, punishment assigned July 5th.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly clear first half of watch, land in sight until 10.25pm, when it was shut out by fog, raining at intervals.

Gentle breeze from South to SSE.

Having heard shots from the direction of the village and the reports from a rifle on the beach, made preparations for getting under way.

Spreading fires at 9.30pm in boilers C and D, and started fires in boiler A at 9.50pm.

At 10.00pm got under way and under conn of the Commanding Officer put ship on course NNE (log [reading] 35.).

At 10.55pm changed course to ENE½E (log [reading] 42.), at 11.06pm to S39°E (log 43), at 11.26pm, log reading 44.0, went around with starboard helm, stopping port engine and put ship's head N35°W, then stopped starboard engine and backed to get an up and down cast, found 20 fathoms.

At 11.32pm went around with port helm and put ship on course S39°E, and at 11.55pm changed course to South by West, log [reading] 40.

At end of watch log [read] 49.5.

Average steam 116 [pounds]. revolutions 84.4.


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3 August 1894

At sea, and at anchor Lukannon Bay, St. Paul, Pribilof Islands

Lat 57.15, Long -170.20 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy.

Light airs and breezes from SW by South to WSW.

At 12.18am hauled in patent log, reading 50.8.

At 12.20am dropped anchor in 28 fathoms water soft bottom, starboard anchor, and veered to 60 fathoms chain.

At 12.30am heard a heavy gun fired to SW.

Between this time and 4.00am heard about 30 guns fired at varying intervals from same direction.

At 2.34am got under way and set course South by West, patent log [reading] 50.8.

Made the following changes of course: at 3.02am to SW by South, patent log [reading] 52.3; at 3.07am to SW½W, patent log 53.7; at 3.10am to SW, patent log 54.4; at 3.40am to WSW, patent log 58.5; and at 3.46am to WSW½W, patent log 59.1; at 3.53am to W½S, patent log 59.8; and at 3.58am to SW, patent log 60.0.

At 3.45am sighted U.S.S. "Adams" aground off Stony Point.

At 3.00am lighted fires under B boiler.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, with mist at intervals.

Light breeze from WSW.

Light swell from the SSE.

Steaming slowly under 4 boilers, off Stony Point, St. Paul Island, taking position to assist U.S.S. "Adams", which was found to be aground off Stony Point in 16 feet of water, with rock under her starboard bilge amidships.

At 4.40am anchored in 4½ fathoms of water, rocky bottom, veering to 30 fathoms port chain.

Sent hawser to U.S.S. "Adams" and upon hauling, stern towards U.S.S. "Adams".

At 5.00am this ship touched bottom, bumping aft, 3½ fathoms of water abreast foremast.

Hove up anchor, steamed ahead and anchored in 6 fathoms of water, hard bottom, veering to 30 fathoms on port bower chain, 5¼ fathoms under stern, rocky bottom, distant about 250 fathoms from U.S.S. "Adams".

Sent hauling lines, then our 8-inch manila hawser, with 3½-inch steel hawser and 5-inch manila hawser, and began hauling.

Draft of ship 12 feet 2 inches forward and 16 feet 2 inches aft (approximately).

Sounded wells immediately after touching bottom, and again 3 hours later, the ship had made no water, and as far as could be ascertained had suffered no damage.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and cool, with occasional glimpses of blue sky.

Light to gentle breezes from WSW hauling to SSW.

Between 8.00am and 9.00am endeavoring to haul off U.S.S. "Adams" by line from her stern to our stern using steaming capstan, this vessel being on her port quarter.

At 8.15am U.S.S. "Yorktown" signaled to U.S.S. "Adams" "Make fast", answered "All made fast".

At 8.30am U.S.S. "Adams" signaled "We have moved a little".

After 9.00am, the stern of U.S.S. "Adams" being out of water, ceased hauling on stern, and about 9.38am Commanding Officer signaled to U.S.S. "Adams" "Sent steam launch" and went aboard U.S.S. "Adams", returning in about 10 minutes.

At 9.35am this vessel signaled "Are you making any water?", answered "Ship is making no water".

At 10.15am U.S.S. "Adams" to U.S.S. "Yorktown" "To Commander Folger, do not think we can do anything until high tide".

At 10.40am U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Adams" "Have you a diver, if not I well send one after dinner", answered "We have no diver".

At 11.25am sighted U.S.S. "Concord", and at 11.35am sighted U.S.S. "Petrel".

At 11.50am exchanged distinguishing pennants with U.S.S. "Concord".

C. Murnane, Gunner's Mate Second-class, reported the expiration of his enlistment this day.

W.P. Munger, Apprentice First-class, did 1½ hours' extra duty and F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, did 2 hours' extra boat duty, part of punishment assigned June 6th and 21st respectively.


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Meridian to 4pm:

Dense fog.

Light South by West and SSW breezes.

At 12.10pm U.S.S. "Concord" anchored on our port quarter and broke Senior Officer's pennant, shifting her berth at 12.20pm when she crossed our bow, and at 12.35pm anchored on a West bearing, about three ships' length distant.

At 1.40pm U.S.S. "Petrel" anchored on U.S.S. "Concord's" starboard beam, and at 3.00pm anchored near U.S.S. "Adams", midway between U.S.S. "Yorktown" and U.S.S. "Concord".

U.S.S. "Petrel" and U.S.S. "Concord" engaged in sending lines to U.S.S. "Adams".

Sent ship's diver and apparatus to U.S.S. "Adams".

Received from shore: one 1-pounder Hotchkiss, complete; and 1 round of ammunition.


4pm to 8pm:

Foggy weather.

Gentle breeze from SSW to WSW.

At 4.30pm heard a steamer's fog whistle, but could not see her.

At 6.30pm made an ineffectual attempt to pull off U.S.S. "Adams" in conjunction with U.S.S. "Petrel".

At 7.55pm U.S.S. "Adams" was gotten off by U.S.S. "Petrel", and by heaving on her bower hawsers.

Kinnier F.H., Apprentice Second-class, had 1 hour's extra duty as boat keeper, part punishment assigned June 14.


8pm to midnight:

Dense fog, lifting latter part of watch.

Light West-Southwesterly breezes.

At 8.05pm U.S.S. "Adams" and U.S.S. "Petrel" anchored close aboard off our starboard beam.

At 8.35pm U.S.S. "Adams" shifted anchorage, having cast off our hawser.

At 8.45pm we got under way and steamed 0.4 miles SW½S (per standard compass).

At 8.55pm let go port anchor in 8 fathoms water, hard bottom, and lost it with 15 fathoms of chain, by shackle pin drawing, let go starboard bower anchor immediately in 8 fathoms of water, hard bottom, veering to 45 fathoms.

No bearings, dense fog.

At 9.30pm and 9.42pm U.S.S. "Concord" and U.S.S. "Petrel" shifted berths, anchoring about ¼ mile SSE and East respectively from us.

At 9.40pm the fog lifting, sighted a two-masted vessel at anchor off South end of island.

Low banked fires in four boilers, after anchoring.


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4 August 1894

At Lukannon Bay, St. Paul, Pribilof Islands

Lat 57.14, Long -170.23


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy and damp.

Light to gentle breezes from SW.

The vessel sighted in previous watch appeared to be U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin".


4am to 8am:

Overcast, foggy and wet.

Light SW by South breezes.

Barometer rising.

Cleaning ship.

Divers searching for port anchor.

At 8.00am U.S.S. "Concord" made general signal 3094.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, foggy.

Light breeze from SW.

Engaged dragging for port bower anchor, divers at work also in search of same.

At 9.30am made sick report numeral 1.

The Commanding Officer went onboard U.S.S. "Concord".

Lieutenant W.A. Gill, Surgeon G.P. Lumsden and Passed Assistant Engineer A. Moritz made weekly inspection required by Navy Regulations Circular number 8.

F.H. Kinnier, [Apprentice Second-class,] had 1 hour's extra duty as boat keeper, part punishment assigned June 14.

Hove in chain to locate port anchor, then planted buoy on its supposed bearing SW by South and veered to 15 fathoms [chain].


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, foggy about the horizon.

Light breeze from West by South to SW by South.

Engaged in dragging for port chain and anchor until 2.00pm, when found anchor.

A.E. Lowe, Gunner's Mate First-class, went down in diving suit to reconnoiter and bend line to chain, in water less than ¼ hour.

C. Murnane, Gunner's Mate Second-class, made two attempts in diver's suit to do same and did not succeed, in water less than ½ hour.

He found that we had the anchor and the position of end of chain.

At 2.00pm the Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Rush" anchored near us, and at 3.25pm she again got under way and resumed her anchorage to Southward and Westward of us.

At 3.00pm veered to 45 fathoms on starboard chain.

W.P. Munger, Apprentice First-class, had 3½ hours' extra duty as boat keeper, part of punishment assigned by Commanding Officer June 5th.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SW by West.

Light swell from SSE.

Recovered port bower anchor and the 15 fathoms chain lost yesterday.

P. Kane, Gunner's Mate Second-class, employed 15 minutes in diving, securing hawser to end of lost chain.

Returned to U.S.S. "Adams" her 3¼-inch wire hawser, used yesterday.

W.P. Munger, Apprentice First-class, did 1½ hours' extra boat duty, portion of punishment assigned July 5th.

Low banked fires in boilers.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, foggy, but pleasant.

Calm and Southerly airs.


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5 August 1894

At Lukannon Bay, St. Paul, Pribilof Islands, and at sea

Lat 57.14, Long -170.23


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and foggy.

Calm, then light airs from SSE.


4am to 8am:

Foggy and damp.

Calms and light airs from ESE.


8am to meridian:

Dense fog and wet.

Light South-Southeasterly breezes.

Sea smooth.

Light banked fires in boilers A and D.

At 10.00am mustered at quarters and the Executive Officer inspected the ship.

The Commanding Officer went aboard U.S.S. "Concord" and then U.S.S. "Adams".


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant, light fog around horizon.

Light breezes from SSE to SE.

Sea smooth.

At 12.13pm started fires in C boiler.

The wardroom officers of U.S.S. "Petrel" called on this vessel.

At 3.30pm U.S.S. "Adams" signaled to U.S.S. "Yorktown" "Exchange one of our diving suits for one from the "Concord", which will be sent to us, signed Folger".

In obedience therewith made exchange, the suit received being in poor condition.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, pleasant weather.

Light SE breezes.

At 6.35pm made [signal] interrogatory 4890, U.S.S. "Concord" answered affirmative.

At 6.43pm got under way and stood out under [in in log-book] conn of Captain.

Rounding Western end of Island.

At 6.46pm put over patent log, reading 60.8.

At 7.20pm sighted U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" anchored in English Bay.

At end of watch on course West, High Bluff bearing N5°E, West end of Otter Island S48°E (magnetic).

Steam under boilers A, C and D.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 95.8.

Draft 12 feet 0 inches forward, 16 feet 2 inches aft.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, light drizzling rain at intervals last two hours.

Light to moderate breeze from SE to SE by South.

During watch made the following changes of course (per standard [compass]): at 8.00pm to NW¼W, patent log [reading] 72.1; at 8.15pm to NNW, patent log 74.0; and at 8.33pm to N30°W, patent log 77.5.

At this time Northwest Point bore ENE (magnetic) and 4 miles distant.

At 8.52pm North Point bore East (magnetic), patent log reading 80.6.

Average steam pressure 104.5 pounds and average revolutions 93.7.


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6 August 1894

At sea, making passage to St. Matthew Island [St. Mathew Island in log-book]

Lat 59.60, Long -171.68


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy, misty and raining.

Moderate breeze from SSE to South.

Barometer falling.

Steaming with boilers A, C and D, course N31°W (per standard compass).

Ship rolling easily to a light swell on the port quarter.

Average revolutions 85.5, steam pressure 102.5 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, foggy and misty, occasionally shutting down thick.

Moderate to stiff breezes from SSE, hauling to SSW last hour.

Moderate sea from SSW.

Ship rolling easily.

Course N31°W (per standard compass).

Steam 108 [pounds], revolutions 85.3.

Saw 2 seals during watch.

Set foresail at 4.30am and took it in at 6.00am, set it again at 7.40am.

A change of 1° in bridge compass and 2° in steering compass, as compared with standard compass, was observed during watch.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, foggy and wet.

Moderate SSW breeze.

Long SSW swell.

Steam and foresail, course N31°W.

Captain awarded punishments as follows: J. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class, not obeying orders of Captain of part ship, 2 days' double irons; C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, not relieving boat keeper when ordered by coxswain, steady boat keeper for 10 days; William Waite, Apprentice Second-class, smoking in starboard gangway, impertinent to Executive Officer, and insubordinate at the mast, 7 days' solitary confinement; J.J. Cormody, Apprentice Second-class, persistent talking in boat while instructions were being given to coxswain, thus delaying the Officer of Deck, 6 hours' extra lookout.

Apprentices Waite and McPherson were confined in accordance thereto.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Drills were suspended on account of weather.

At 11.30am set clock back 6 minutes.

J.J. Cormody, Apprentice, performed 2½ hours' extra duty.

At 11.45am got a cast, bottom at 80 turns of reel.

Average hourly revolutions 84.3, 90, 90.8 and 91.1, average steam 101.5 [pounds].


Meridian to 4pm:

Foggy, varying in thickness, clearing at close of watch.

Moderate to gentle breeze from South by West to SSW.

Course N31°W.

At 12.45pm sounded, 76 fathoms wire out, got bottom.

At 12.56pm slowed to 60 revolutions, fog becoming thick, sent leadsmen in chain.

At 1.16pm fog thinning, started ahead full speed, sounded, got bottom, 70 fathoms wire out (ship had not gathered full speed).

At 1.35pm slowed to 60 revolutions, at 1.40pm sounded, 64 fathoms wire out.

At 1.41pm slowed to steerageway, hauled in log and backed and got up and down cast in 45 fathoms.

At 1.44pm started ahead half speed, put over log.

At 1.49pm ahead full speed.

At 2.00pm sounded, got bottom, 70 fathoms wire out (speed about 9 knots).

Took lashings of both bow anchors.

Apprentices were instructed at signals.

At 2.20pm sounded, 70 fathoms wire out, got bottom.

At 2.26pm slowed to half speed.

At 2.40pm sounded, 60 fathoms wire out.

At 2.59pm sounded, 76 fathoms wire out.

At 3.00pm ahead full speed, and at 3.04pm slowed to half speed, at 3.05pm ahead full speed.

At 3.20pm sounded, 62 fathoms wire out.

At 3.50pm stopped ship, log [reading] 53.2, sounded in 39 fathoms, black gravel bottom.

Log at end of watch 54.2.

Average steam 115 [pounds], revolutions 75.3.


4pm to 6pm:

Foggy, light breeze from SSW.

At 4.33pm stopped and hauled in patent log, reading 59.5.

At 4.38pm dropped the stream anchor in 32 fathoms water, hard bottom, and veered to 100 fathoms on wire hawser.

At 6.00pm found strength of current 1 knot to Westward.


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6pm to 8pm:

Foggy, light breeze from SSW.

Ship riding easily to a long sea from SSW and light cross sea.

At 8.00pm tidal current setting N½W (per standard compass), 1 knot per hour.


8pm to midnight:

Foggy and cool.

Light airs and breezes from SSW.

Sea moderating, current running about 1 knot, shifting to Eastward about a point an hour, being North by East at 9.00pm and NE at 12.00am.

Ship riding easily, with no apparent dragging, depth of water 32 fathoms.

Tested search and signal lights and alarm bells, all in good order, except one signal lantern.


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7 August 1894

At sea, making passage to St. Matthew Island [St. Mathew Island in log-book]

Lat 60.25, Long -171.73


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy and damp, clearing last hour.

Light breeze from SW by South.

Weak tidal current setting towards the NE at beginning of watch, gradually shifting to Eastward and Southward and to SW at end of watch.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, but foggy, sun visible during greater part of watch.

Light breeze from SW by South.

Commenced with a clear horizon of 4 or 5 miles, by 4.30am ship in fog, fog varying in density during watch.

Sounded at beginning of watch in 33 fathoms, gray sand.

Current setting to SW by South 6/10 knots per hour.

At commencement of watch, direction changing to right until end of watch, when it was feeble and setting to NW.

Soundings at frequent intervals gave 33 fathoms.

Several flocks of birds (arries) passed near ship during watch.


8am to meridian:

Foggy.

Light airs and breezes from SSW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, then divisions drilled as follows: 1st and 4th [Divisions] great guns; 2nd and Powder [Divisions] single sticks; 3rd and Navigator's [Divisions] small arms.

At 11.40am got under way.

At 11.43am put over patent log, reading 59.5, and set course N37°W (per compass).

At 10.30am current setting to NNE, strength 1.0 knot.


Meridian to 4pm:

Foggy.

Light breezes from SSW to SSE.

Sea smooth.

[Around 1 o'clock anchored.]

At 3.14pm the fog lifting partly, got under way and steamed 3.2 miles [knots in log-book] NW (per compass).

At 3.42pm fog setting down, anchored with kedge and 100 fathoms wire hawser in 34½ fathoms of water, hard bottom.

Instructed apprentices in signals and Marine Guard at bayonet exercise.


4pm to 6pm:

Foggy weather.

Light breezes from SSE to South by East.

A tidal current of about ¾ knots, setting South by West.

At 5.20pm fog lifting, got under way and ran 2.1 miles [knots in log-book], course NW (per standard compass), fog shutting down, anchored again at 5.35pm in 34 fathoms water, sandy bottom.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, foggy and damp.

Light SSE breezes.

Smooth sea.

At 6.15pm fog lifted, when sighted land bearing WNW.

At 6.20pm got under way and put over patent log, reading 69.2, course NW.

At 6.40pm shut in thick, came to with kedge in 34½ fathoms, 90 fathoms wire, patent log [reading] 71.5.

Weak tidal current setting to NW.


8pm to midnight:

Wet, fog.

Light breeze from SSE to SE.

Ship anchored with kedge in 34½ fathoms water.

Sounded frequently during watch, depth constant 34½ fathoms.

At 10.00pm took current observations, 6/10 knots, setting to NNE.

Engines kept ready to move on signal from bridge.


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8 August 1894

At sea, and at anchor off St. Matthew Island

Lat 60.38, Long -172.08


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, foggy.

Light to gentle breeze from SSE to SE.

At 12.30am current 0.7 knots to East by South, and at 2.30am 0.4 knots to SE.


4am to 8am:

Foggy, partially clearing at intervals.

Light breezes from SE and SE by East.

At 4.14am got under way, turning with port helm from East to WNW (per standard compass), and ran 4 miles on latter course, then ran 3.1 miles SSW (per standard compass).

At 5.25am anchored in 32 fathoms of water, sandy bottom, veering to full scope of steel hawser.

At 7.28am got under way, turning with port helm from SE by East to SW (per standard compass), and ran 2.6 miles on latter course.

At 8.00am anchored in 31 fathoms of water, sandy bottom, veering to full scope of steel hawser.

While under way sounding continuously with sounding machine.

At 6.00am tidal current running to WNW, 0.2 knots per hour.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, with thick fog.

Light breeze from SE by East.

At 8.45am got under way, put ship on course SW (log [reading] 81.5).

At 9.05am sighted land and a small rock on port bow.

Ran West, WSW½W and SSW, at reduced speed till 9.40am, using the sounding machine and hand leads constantly.

At 9.40am anchored with port anchor in 16 fathoms, gravel bottom, 60 fathoms chain.

The Commanding Officer and a party of wardroom officers landed on the island, bearing of landing from the ship was S½E.

Last part of watch freshening squalls from SE, with falling barometer.


Meridian to 4pm:

Variable weather.

Generally foggy and misty, with passing showers, occasional sunshine overhead.

Moderate gale blowing in heavy squalls from SE and SE by South.

Sea smooth.

No drills on account of weather.

At 3.08pm fired a signal, for ship's party ashore, from port forward 6-inch gun, expending 1 reduced charge, 1 common shell and 1 percussion primer for 6-inch breech loading rifle.

The Commanding Officer went ashore on the island of St. Matthew and searched for wrecked whalers, as directed by the Commanding Officer of the Bering Sea Fleet, but found none.

Barometer falling, 29.78 to 29.74.

C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, did 3 hours' extra boat duty, portion of punishment assigned August 5.

Fires banked in boilers C and D.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy, occasional passing showers, wind in stiff to very fresh squalls from SE by South.

C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, did 2 hours' extra duty as boat keeper, part punishment assigned August 5.

At 6.05pm let go starboard anchor under foot.

Sent whaleboat on shore to wait until 9.00pm for Lieutenant Gill and Passed Assistant Paymaster Webster.


8pm to midnight:

Stormy, foggy weather, with passing rain.

Gale blowing in heavy squalls from SE by South.

Sea smooth.

Fires banked in boilers C and D.

At 8.30pm hove up starboard anchor and dropped it bearing NW from port anchor, then veered to 80 and 30 fathoms on port and starboard chains respectively.

Operating searchlights and signals to guide ship's party from shore.

At 9.50pm the whaleboat returned, the crew not having seen anything of Lieutenant Gill and Passed Assistant Paymaster Webster.

Barometer falling slowly


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9 August 1894

At anchor off St. Matthew Island

Lat 60.38, Long -172.08


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and misty, with passing rain squalls.

Blowing a heavy gale from SE by South in squalls, the last hour the squalls less frequent, sea smooth.

Ship's head swinging from South by East to SE by East.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, foggy and drizzling.

Wind blowing a gale in squalls from SE by South.

Barometer rising slightly, 29.62 to 29.65.


8am to meridian:

Thick, foggy weather.

Very fresh squalls from SSE, moderating at end of watch.

Barometer rising slowly.

At 8.50am sent a search party in charge of Lieutenant Cutler on shore in whaleboat to search for Lieutenant Gill and Passed Assistant Paymaster Webster, the boat last seen near the beach bearing SE by South.

At 10.00am current 3/10 knots, setting to the Westward.


Meridian to 4pm:

Foggy and damp at first, then clearing latter part of watch.

Fresh to light breezes from SSE to South by West.

Sea smooth.

Ship riding between tide and wind.

At 12.05pm Ensign Jackson with a party of men went ashore to join in the search for Lieutenant Gill and Passed Assistant Paymaster Webster.

At 1.00pm hove up starboard anchor.

Instructed apprentices in signals.

Hoisted boiler out of steam launch to repair tubes.

Aired foresail and fore staysail.

Fires banked in boilers C and D.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and foggy first part of watch, then clearing, but foggy over the island.

Moderate to light breeze from South by West.

At 5.40pm hove in to 60 fathoms on port chain.

Sent boat for search party at 7.00pm.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters and exercised crew in setting up drill, Lieutenant Gill and Passed Assistant Paymaster Webster absent.


8pm to midnight:

Foggy over the land.

Gentle breezes from South by East, hauling to South.

Damp fog set in last part of watch.

Barometer rising.

Engineer's force working in port gangway by electric light, repairing tubes in steam cutter's boiler.


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10 August 1894

At anchor off St. Matthew Island, Bering Sea

Lat 60.38, Long -172.08


Midnight to 4am:

Commenced misty, clearing during watch, Hall Island in sight at end of watch.

Wind in moderate squalls from SSW.

Barometer rising slowly.

Kept glasses bearing on beach and hill in search of missing officers.

Turned on mist headlight.

Hoisted in steam cutter's boilers.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant at first, growing foggy latter part.

Gentle and light breezes from South and SW.

At 6.00am lowered all boats, excepting gig and dinghy.

At 7.00am a party of 5 officers, 51 men and 15 Marines left the ship to search for Lieutenant Gill and Paymaster Webster.

Fires banked in boilers C and D.

Barometer rising slowly, 29.96 to 30.00.

At 5.00am the whaleboat's crew was sent ashore to see if anyone had visited the hut during the night, the crew returned at 6.10am reporting that they could see no change since last night.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant weather.

Gentle to stiff breeze from SW by South.

Steam launch, with sailing launch and two cutters in tow, returned to the ship at 11.45am.

Coaled and watered launch preparatory to making a trip to the Westward in search of missing officers.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters, Lieutenant Gill and Passed Assistant Paymaster E.B. Webster absent without leave.


Meridian to 4pm:

Weather fair, with fog over the land.

Gentle breeze from South by West.

At 12.25pm the steam cutter left the ship to obey the supplementary instructions as follows: to steam to a point bearing West from the ship and return along the beach, searching, when the ship bears from launch NNE to return to the ship.

If overtaken by fog on the way to the West point to steer West by South until near the land, and then return along the beach until reaching the old landing used yesterday and day before, when head North for ship, blowing whistle frequently, which will be answered by the ship until the latter is made out.

At 2.00pm signals were made from shore indicating news of the lost officers, and hoisted steam cutter's recall.

At 2.10pm signaled to whaleboat to come alongside, she at that time proceeding to continue search.

She came alongside, landed supernumeraries, and proceeded to the usual landing place.

At 2.40pm signal was made from the shore "All well and found".

At 2.50pm began firing signal guns from forward 6-inch guns at 5 minutes intervals, starboard and port alternately.

Expended 10 common shells and 10 reduced charges and 10 percussion primers for 6-inch breech loading rifle.

At 3.30pm steam cutter returned, and also the whaleboat, with Passed Assistant Paymaster E.B. Webster and Lieutenant W.A. Gill, U.S. Navy, who had been missing for two days.

Sent sailing launch, 1st and 2nd cutters and whaleboat to the landing to bring off search party.

At end of watch members of the party still seen coming down to the beach.

Barometer rising slightly.

Expended one indicator glass (port side of bridge) and two light's glasses.

Concussion and one boathook broken in use.


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4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy and foggy.

Wind in moderate squalls first half from SW by South, then gentle breeze from South by West.

At 4.30pm first and second cutter returned with part of search party.

At 5.00pm received wigwag signal from landing "Is Sellers on board", answered "No".

At 5.00pm commenced firing 10 rounds from forward 6-inch breech loading rifle at 5 minutes intervals.

Expended 10 6-inch breech loading rifle charges, 10 common shells and 10 primers.

The whaleboat pulled to the Eastward for about 1 mile along the shore and then returned to the usual landing.


8pm to midnight:

Foggy and misty.

Moderate to light breezes from South by West.

Sea smooth.

Barometer rising.

At 9.10pm began firing signal guns from port 6-pounder rapid fire gun at 5 minute intervals, fired 4 6-pounder common shells, at same time began playing searchlights along the beach and signaled with searchlights (wigwag) "C – Leave rifle and provisions and return".

Later, on repeated at intervals, wigwag signal "C – Return".

At 10.50pm the balance of search party, excepting W.H. Sellers, Ship's Writer, J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, and F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, returned on board.

By order of Commanding Officer released from confinement William Wade, Apprentice Second-class.

Fires banked in boilers C and D, and in steam launch.


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11 August 1894

At anchor off St. Matthew Island, and at sea

Lat 60.38, Long -172.08


Midnight to 4am:

Light to moderate breeze from West by South.

Riding to wind first half of watch, last half of watch a light current to the Eastward, bringing the wind on port bow.

Weather foggy and wet.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, land partly obscured by fog.

Light breeze from South by West to South.

At 5.55am mustered at quarters.

Absentees: F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, and W.H. Sellers, Ship's Writer.

A search party, consisting of Lieutenants Cutler and Gill, Ensign Jackson and Passed Assistant Paymaster Webster, 14 Marines and 34 of the ship's crew, left the ship at 6.10am in steam launch, sailing launch, 1st and 2nd cutters and whaleboat for East side of the Island, there to land and search to the Westward for the missing men Kinnier, Cooke [Cook in log-book] and Sellers.

The Commanding Officer's instructions to Lieutenant Cutler were as follows:

The whaleboat to go in to hut and return at once.

Breakfast at 6.00am.

At 6.30am Lieutenants Cutler and Gill, Ensign Jackson and Passed Assistant Paymaster Webster will take charge of the 60 men, who will land at the usual point and search the ground covered to day.

They will take 50 muskets and 2 shotguns, with 25 rounds for each piece.

They will use the strictest measure that no man strays out of signal distance of another or his own party.

They will inform the ship the earliest moment by signal flag or gun volley that the lost men are found.

They will use the greatest expedition in returning to the beach after the lost men are found.

The boats will be towed ashore by the steam launch and all, except the whaleboat, which will remain with a full crew, will be towed back to the ship by the steam launch.

During watch kept glasses directed on hills and shoreline for missing men.

At 5.00am [sic] whaleboat was sent to examine hut on beach and reported no evidence of missing men.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant, light fog around horizon and over hills.

Light breezes from SW by West to SW by South.

Sea smooth.

Barometer rising.

At 9.30am W.H. Sellers, Ship's Writer, J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, and F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, appeared on beach abreast of ship, and later were brought on board.

At 9.58am and 11.01am began firing a series of signal guns in 5 minutes intervals, 3 shots in a group, from port forward 6-inch breech loading rifle.

Expended 6 6-inch common shells, 6 reduced charges and 6 percussion primers for 6-inch breech loading rifle.

At 10.35am and 11.30am began firing a series of signal guns in 5 minutes intervals, 3 shots in a group, from starboard 6-pounder rapid fire Hotchkiss, expended 6 6-pounder common shells.

At 11.15am hoisted cornet at fore.

Fires banked in boilers C and D.


Meridian to 4pm:

Weather pleasant and partially cloudy.

Light breeze from South by West.

Barometer falling a little last two hours.

At 12.20pm sent steam cutter to the beach with instructions to Lieutenant Cutler to send off such men as had assembled and were no longer needed.

She returned at 12.50pm, having in tow the 1st and 2nd cutters, bringing off the 14 Marines of the search party and the section of the same in charge of Lieutenant Gill.

Sent steam cutter back for remainder of search party, who were now seen coming over the hills in obedience to signal guns.

At 2.00pm the steam cutter returned, having the sailing launch and whaleboat in tow, with the remaining officers and men of the search party.

Went to quarters at once for muster.

No absentees.

Hoisted all boats and secured everything for sea.

At 2.30pm lighted fires in boiler B and hove in to 30 fathoms on port chain.

At 3.10pm got under way and steamed out from anchorage, setting course NE and putting over patent log.

At 3.37pm changed course to ENE½E.

Ship's draught forward 11 feet 10 inches, aft 16 feet 0 inches.


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4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant, foggy around horizon.

Light Southwesterly breezes.

Sea smooth.

At 4.15pm began swinging ship, with port helm, readings on 8 points, Cape Upright bearing South by E½E, distant about 5 miles.

At 5.15pm finished swinging ship.

At 5.16pm went ahead on course S62°E (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 96.2, under [steam in] boilers C and D.

At 5.40pm connected up boiler B, and set foresail and fore staysail.

At 5.44pm took departure, Cape Upright bore S28°W (per standard compass), distant 3.5 miles, patent log [reading] 100.

At 5.56pm sighted a sail bearing S18°W (per standard compass), shortened sail, and at 6.00pm headed for it, patent log [reading] 2.0.

Average revolutions 84.6, steam 117 pounds.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, foggy at times about horizon.

Gentle breeze from South by West.

Until 6.10pm on course S18°W, standing for a sail, at 6.10pm, patent log reading 4.5, resumed course S62°E.

At 7.10pm Cape Upright bore N72°W, patent log [reading] 14.4, then lost sight of it in fog.

Average steam pressure 116 pounds and revolutions 96.

At 7.10pm, in fog, lost sight of sail on starboard quarter, which we had been standing in for in beginning of watch.


8pm to midnight:

Foggy, thick at times.

Light breeze from South by East to SE.

Course S62°E, steaming with 3 boilers.

Average steam 111.5 [pounds], revolutions 90.1.


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12 August 1894

At sea, making passage from St. Matthew to Unalaska

Lat 58.27, Long -168.27


Midnight to 4am:

Foggy, dense at times.

Light breezes from ESE to South.

Course S62°E (per standard compass), steam alone, boilers B, C and D.

Ship rolling easily at intervals to a light Southwesterly swell.

Hourly revolutions as per column [see weather observations page], steam pressure 110 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, foggy first part, clearing away latter part.

Light breezes, shifting from South by West to ESE during 3rd hour of watch.

Average steam pressure 113 pounds and average revolutions 91.


8am to meridian:

Foggy and damp.

Light breezes from East by South.

Light swell from SW.

Revolutions 90.6, steam 110 [pounds].

W.H. Sellers, Ship's Writer, reported his term of enlistment expired today.

Set clock ahead 15 minutes.

Steam in 3 boilers.

Increased coal allowance to 28 tons.

At 10.00am mustered at quarters, all present.

At 10.05am called all hands to muster and Commanding Officer briefly expressed his appreciation of the zeal and obedience of all hands in the search for the missing officers and men.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy.

Light breeze from East to SE.

Barometer falling, 30.07 to 29.97.

Steaming course S62°E.

Sighted several seals during watch.

Average hourly revolutions 89, 92.2, 96.7, 93.2, average steam 112 [pounds].


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and overcast, foggy at times, but horizon generally clear.

Doubled lookouts and continued them to keep bright lookout for rock (existence doubtful) on bows and ahead.

None was sighted.

Average steam 110 [pounds], average revolutions 91.7.

Gentle breeze from SSE.

Course S62°E.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Gentle breeze from SSE.

At 6.35pm changed course to S25°E, patent log reading 34.8.

Average steam pressure 107 [pounds] and average revolutions 91.7.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy.

Moderate to stiff breezes from SE by South.

Sea smooth.

Course S25°E (per standard compass), steam alone, boilers B, C and D.

Average hourly revolutions as per column [see weather observations page], steam 110 pounds.

Barometer falling, 29.88 to 29.83.


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13 August 1894

At sea, making passage from St. Matthew to, and at anchor Dutch Harbor

Lat 54.87, Long -166.42


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and cool, with rain squalls latter part of watch.

Moderate to fresh breezes from SE by South.

Leaky tube reported in boiler C at 3.50am.

Steam in 3 boilers.

Sea moderate.

Revolutions 89.6, steam 110 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy, foggy and drizzling.

Moderate to fresh breeze from SSE and SE by South.

Barometer falling, 29.71 to 29.66.

Steaming course S25°E.

Average hourly revolutions 83.3, 88.9, 90.2, 85.9, average steam 107.5 [pounds].


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, misty.

Stiff to moderate breeze first half from SE by South, shifting 3rd hour to South by East and with squalls.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were assigned: J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, absent from 4am muster, on lookout until ship comes to anchor, 15 minutes for meals; J. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class, E.J. Colvelle, Seaman Apprentice First-class, E. Hannis, Seaman, and H.R. Barker, Apprentice Second-class, disobedience of orders, leaving searching party, 4 days' double irons after leaving Unalaska; J.T. Bush, Apprentice Second-class, disobedience of orders, impertinent and swearing when given an order by Captain of part ship, 4 days' solitary confinement, full ration.

J.T. Bush, Apprentice Second-class, was accordingly confined and J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, was stationed as extra lookout on port 6-pounder grating until noon, when he was allowed 15 minutes for dinner.

J.H. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class, C. Ellis, Landsman, and J.J. Cormody had each 2 hours' extra duty as lookouts, punishment assigned by Commanding Officer.

Average steam 108 [pounds], average revolutions 87.8.


Meridian to 4pm:

Foggy weather, clearing away at intervals.

Moderate to light breeze from South by West to South by East.

At 1.25pm sighted North Head bearing S49°E.

At 1.35pm changed course to S18°E, patent log [reading] 3.1.

At 3.42pm North Head bore abeam N72°E, patent log [reading] 23.8.

Average revolutions 92 and average steam pressure 112 pounds.

J.J. Cormody, Apprentice Second-class, had 1½ hours' extra duty, part of punishment assigned by Commanding Officer August 5th.


4pm to 6pm:

Foggy and rainy.

Moderate breeze from SE.

Sea smooth.

Barometer falling.

Standing to the Southward and Westward towards Dutch Harbor, Unalaska, under various speeds and courses, boilers A, B, C and D.

Sounding continuously with sounding machine.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, did extra duty during watch, portion of punishment assigned this day.

Average revolutions 65.8, steam 119 pounds.


6pm to 8pm:

Rainy and misty.

Light to gentle breezes from SE and SSE.

At 6.40pm sighted U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross", U.S.S. "Adams" and U.S.S. "Mohican" and exchanged distinguishing pennants.

At 6.45pm asked and received permission to anchor, using yard arm signals.

At 7.40pm anchored in Dutch Harbor near spit in 17 fathoms water and veered to 60 fathoms on starboard chain.

Commanding Officer paid an official visit to U.S.S. "Mohican".

Received several bags of mail.

Allowed fires to die out in C and D boilers.

Bearings of anchorage: tail of spit SE¼S, head of spit N⅞W, magnetic, [ship's] head WSW.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Light variable breezes.

Barometer falling.


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14 August 1894

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.90, Long -166.51


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, wind in puffs from WSW to SW, increasing in violence and frequency last half of watch.

At 1.30am let go port anchor under foot.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, foggy over land.

Heavy squalls from SW to WSW, moderating toward end of watch.

At 7.45am sighted U.S.S. "Petrel" coming in.

Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant, was placed in confinement under sentry's charge by order of Commanding Officer, for creating a disturbance in wardroom in early morning.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, clearing at intervals.

Blowing a gale in heavy squalls from WSW.

Sea smooth.

At 8.17am U.S.S. "Petrel" anchored near U.S.S. "Mohican".

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, followed by setting up exercises.

By order of Commanding Officer released from confinement Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant.

J. Murnane, Gunner's Mate Second-class, employed 1¼ hours in diving while scrubbing port propeller blades.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Adams" visited this vessel, and the Commanding Officer of this ship visited U.S.S. "Mohican".

Transferred to U.S.S. "Petrel" the following ordnance stores: 40 common 6-inch shells; 7 steel 6-inch shells; 46 ordinary charges 6-inch breech loading rifle; 15 reduced charges 6-inch breech loading rifle; 192 common 3-pounder shells; 6 common 1-pounder shells; 41 steel 1-pounder shells; 60 steel 37 mm shells; 75 vent-sealing primers; 51 friction primers; 15,000 .45 caliber cartridges; 3000 .38 caliber cartridges.

Sent cutters ashore for Paymaster's and wardroom stores.

At 12.00pm veered chain 80 fathoms on starboard, 35 on port bower chain.

At 9.30am made sick report numeral 1.

At 11.15am hoisted powder flag.

Barometer rising.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Fresh breezes to gale from SW by West, coming in heavy williwaws down the mountain side.

Received in Paymaster's Department following stores from Paymaster A.W. Bacon, Navy Yard, Mare Island: 750 pounds saltwater soap; 480 pounds corned beef; 240 pounds brawn; 50 whisk [whisp in log-book] brooms; 50 shoe brushes; 240 pounds roast beef; 480 pounds canned ham; 862 pounds sugar; 400 pounds salt beef; 400 [pounds] salt pork; 228 [pounds] pickles; 27 gallons vinegar; 33¾ gallons beans.

A.E. Lowe, [Gunner's Mate First-class,] employed 1¾ hours in scrubbing port propeller blades, finished port propeller at 3.30pm.

At 3.40pm sighted U.S.S. "Alert" coming in and made general [signal] 978, 10, U.S.S. "Mohican" answered.

At 3.50pm U.S.S. "Mohican" and U.S.S. "Alert" having exchanged distinguishing pennants.

A Medical Board, consisting of Surgeon D.O. Lewis, Assistant Surgeon G.P. Bagg and Passed Assistant Surgeon G.P. Lumsden, held a survey on J.J. Holden, Gunner's Mate First-class.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy.

Fresh to strong wind in squalls from SW by West.

Barometer rising.

At 4.05pm U.S.S. "Alert" anchored, and at 4.30pm shifted her berth to Southwestward.

Received stores in [Department of] Supplies and Accounts as follows: 375 pounds saltwater soap; 48 pounds corned beef; 336 pounds brawn; 288 pounds roast beef; 288 pounds canned ham; 624 pounds canned mutton; 512 pounds tinned vegetables; 325 pounds canned tomatoes; 200 pounds ground coffee; 222⅛ pounds butter.

Received from U.S.S. "Petrel": 61 empty powder tanks.

At 7.40pm U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" hauled clear of collier, and at 7.46pm anchored SW of U.S.S. "Alert".

F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice, served 1 hour's extra duty as boat keeper.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy weather.

Gentle to fresh breeze in squalls from SW by West, moderating towards end of watch.


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15 August 1894

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.90, Long -166.51


Midnight to 4am:

Bright starlight and moonlight first part, obscured at intervals by heavy cumulus clouds.

Heavy squalls from West by South and WSW.

Fires in boiler B.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Partly clear and pleasant.

Light to moderate breezes from WSW to South by West, coming in occasional squalls.

At 5.00am U.S.S. "Petrel", and at 5.30am U.S.S. "Adams" asked permission to go alongside dock and fill up with coal, granted by U.S.S. "Mohican".

At 6.30am U.S.S. "Petrel" made fast at inner wharf, and at 7.30am U.S.S. "Adams" made fast alongside coal steamer.

A steam schooner stood out to sea at 5.30am.

An English schooner, flying sealing flag, went out at 6.30am.

The "Lakme" went out at 5.00am.

Made preparations for cleaning starboard propeller.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made [signal] geographical 6157, excepting U.S.S. "Petrel" and U.S.S. "Adams".

At 5.30am lifted and secured on bow the port anchor, and hove in to 60 fathoms on starboard chain.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Gentle Southerly breezes.

At 9.05am sighted U.S.S. "Ranger" to seaward and signaled same to flagship.

At 9.45am U.S.S. "Ranger" anchored near U.S.S. "Alert".

Sent guard boat to her, we being guard ship.

Received mess stores and stores in [Department of] Supplies and Accounts as follows: 864 pounds sugar; 400 pounds salt beef; 800 pounds flour; 35⅜ gallons beans; 900 pounds salt pork; 146 pounds rice; 46 pounds tea; 200 pounds tobacco; 75 pounds saltwater soap; 57 [pounds] pickles; 140¾ pounds butter; 32 pounds tinned vegetables; 48 pounds tinned ham; 144 boxes blacking; 48 pounds canned ham; 1232 spools sewing silk; 200 neckerchiefs; and 10 mattress covers.

Captain paid an official visit to H.M.S. "Pheasant".

F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice, served 1 hour's extra duty as boat keeper.

Divers Kane and Murnane were down 1½ hours each, at work on starboard screw.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, partly cloudy.

Variable airs, then gentle breeze from WSW.

At one o'clock furled sail in obedience to signal from U.S.S. "Mohican", and at 3.30pm piped down clothes in obedience to signal.

F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, had 3 hours' extra duty as boat keeper, punishment assigned by the Commanding Officer June 24.

Engaged transporting spare anchor forward and striking it below.

Divers at work cleaning starboard screw and inspecting ship's bottom.

The Commanding Officers of U.S.S. "Ranger", U.S.S. "Alert", U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" and U.S.S. "Petrel" visited the ship.

P.J. Kane, Gunner's Mate Second-class, under water in diving suit, 2 hours, and J. Murnane, Gunner's Mate Second-class, 1 hour.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy.

Light to gentle breeze from West by South to WSW.

Stowed sheet anchor below in fore hold.

F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, had 2½ hours' extra duty, part of punishment assigned June 24.

Divers engaged in cleaning starboard screw and examining ship's bottom.

J. Murnane, Gunner's Mate Second-class, in diver's suit under water, 1 hour.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy and cool.

Light to stiff breezes in occasional squalls from West by South.

Barometer steady.


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16 August 1894

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.90, Long -166.51


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp, light rain last half.

Light to fresh wind in squalls from WSW to SW by West.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy, occasional passing showers.

Wind in squalls from WSW.

At 6.00am let go port anchor under foot.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, drizzling rain at intervals.

Light to moderate breeze from WSW to West by South.

Transferring the following ammunition: 60 6-inch breech loading rifle common shells; 25 reduced charges; and 25 vent-sealing primers.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from North American Commercial Company, Dutch Harbor: 240 pounds fresh meat; 187½ pounds fresh vegetables.

Making preparations for going alongside of steamer "Willamette" and coaling ship.

Divers engaged in examining ship's bottom.

A.E. Lowe, Gunner's Mate First-class, under water in diving suit, 3 hours.


Meridian to 4pm:

Variable weather, clear at intervals and passing showers.

Stiff to gentle breezes in light squalls from WSW.

Transferred to U.S.S. "Petrel": 242 3-pounder common shells.

At 2.23pm got under way and went alongside of collier "Willamette", dropped starboard bower anchor in 14 fathoms water off collier's bow and veered 52 fathoms and hauling alongside.

At 3.07pm U.S.S. "Concord" came in and anchored.

At 2.20pm made signal interrogatory 4890, U.S.S. "Mohican" answered "Affirmative".

Draft of ship forward 11 feet 2 inches, aft 14 feet 11 inches.

Banked fires in boilers A and B.

At end of watch securing vessel to "Willamette".


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with occasional passing showers.

Light squalls from WNW first part, then light breeze from WNW to NW by West.

Received 22 tons 70 pounds of coal from the "Willamette".

Lieutenant W.A. Gill was this day detached from this ship and ordered to report immediately for duty on board U.S.S. "Concord".

The following named men were transferred to U.S.S. "Petrel", with effects and necessary papers: P. Tame, Coal Passer; T. Fay, Landsman; A. Wilkinson, First-class Fireman; C.A. Barnes, Apprentice First-class; T. Carlson, Sailmaker's Mate; M. Doran, Coxswain; H.J. Lutkin, Machinist; G. Lane, Seaman; B. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman; S. Larsen, Ordinary Seaman; R.J. Cooney, Seaman; G.L. Kerr, Quartermaster First-class; H. Laing, Apprentice First-class; P.J. Kane, Gunner's Mate First-class.

And the following named men were received from U.S.S. "Petrel", with their necessary papers and effects: W. McGrath, Seaman; C.B. Spiney, Seaman Gunner; J.B. Gilbert, Quartermaster Second-class; G.P. Fuller, Seaman; A. Kircher, Apprentice First-class; C.J. Harbron, Sailmaker's Mate; R.H. Nicholson, Armorer; H.D. Walker, Water Tender; J.V. Lindberg, Jack of the Dust; J.E. Lavery, Dynamo Oiler; and J.J. Daly, Gunner's Mate First-class.

The following ammunition was received from U.S.S. "Adams": 39 9-inch smoothbore solid shot; 19 9-inch smoothbore grape [shot]; and 15 60-pounder solid shot

And from U.S.S. "Alert": 20 9-inch smoothbore solid shot; 15 60-pounder solid shot; 10 9-inch smoothbore canisters; and 10 9-inch smoothbore grape [shot].


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Light to moderate breezes in squalls from NW by West.


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17 August 1894

At anchor Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.90, Long -166.52


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy, bright starlight and moonlight at intervals.

Light to stiff breezes in light squalls from WNW.

Fires banked in boilers A and B.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light WSW breeze.

At 5.15am U.S.S. "Petrel" began to wind ship inside of dock, in so doing she grounded forward.

Sent a line to her and endeavored to haul her off, unable to get her off until afternoon high water.

At 7.00am began coaling, received during watch 15 tons 2200 pounds coal.

At 6.55am flagship made dress and time signal, U.S.S. "Yorktown" and U.S.S. "Petrel" excused.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Light to gentle breezes from SW and SSW.

Coaling ship from tackle of "Willamette".

Received during watch 97 tons 40 pounds, total amount received today 113 tons.

M. Underhill, Coal Passer, serving on U.S.S. "Adams", was found with a bottle of spirituous liquor in possession and was placed under sentry's charge on board while the following message was sent to U.S.S. "Adams": "Please send boat for liberty man caught smuggling liquor".

He was subsequently sent over in charge of officer from U.S.S. "Adams".

Commanding Officers of U.S.S. "Adams", U.S.S. "Ranger", U.S.S. "Mohican", U.S.S. "Petrel" and H.M.S. "Pheasant" called on board.

Wardroom officers of U.S.S. "Concord" paid official visit to this vessel.

U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" went to sea at 10.00am.

U.S.S. "Alert" went to sea at 9.00am, having asked and received permission to get under way.

Passed Assistant Engineer J.M. Pickerell was this day detached from this vessel and ordered to report for duty on board U.S.S. "Ranger", by order of Commanding Officer Bering Sea Fleet.

By order of Commanding Officer J.T. Bush, Apprentice Second-class, was restored to duty.

J. Murnane, Gunner's Mate Second-class, diving 2 hours.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, moderate to stiff squalls from NW 2nd and 3rd hour.

Engaged coaling ship.

Transferring ammunition to U.S.S. "Concord" and receiving following ammunition from U.S.S. "Ranger": 10 9-inch smoothbore grape [shot]; 10 9-inch canisters; and 20 9-inch solid shot.

And from U.S.S. "Mohican": 62 9-inch shot; 8 60-pounder shot; 8 9-inch grape [shot], 18 9-inch canisters; and 3 8-inch canisters.

Transferred C. Olsen, Gunner's Mate Third-class, and J. Washington, Ordinary Seaman, to U.S.S. "Concord", and received from U.S.S. "Concord": Carl Carlson, Chief Gunner's Mate, and Henry Morley, Ordinary Seaman, with effects and necessary papers.

Received during watch [left blank] tons coal from the "Willamette".


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle variable airs.

Coaling ship from steamer "Willamette", at 5.30pm stopped taking coal on board, having received a total of 251 tons 1830 pounds of Comox coal in 11 working hours.

Hoisted steam launch.

Sail launch returned from Iliuliuk [Illionik in log-book] with 500 gallons illuminating and 50 gallons cylinder oil for Engineer's Department from Navy Yard, Mare Island, via Alaska Commercial Company steamer.

Lieutenant E.F. Leiper reported on board for duty, having been detached from U.S.S. "Concord".

Transferring ordnance stores to and from U.S.S. "Concord".


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Light airs and breezes from WNW.

At 6.25pm asked permission to haul out into stream, granted by U.S.S. "Mohican".

At 6.40pm cast off and hauled out with lines and using the engines.

At 7.13pm anchored in 17 fathoms and veered to 55 fathoms starboard chain.

Anchored near old berth.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light variable breezes.


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18 August 1894

At sea, making passage from Unalaska to Sitka

Lat 54.25, Long -166.17


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool, light airs from SSW to ENE.

Barometer falling.

Started fires under C and D boilers at 12.45am.


4am to 8am:

Clear, calm and pleasant at first, foggy, with drizzling rain latter part.

Light airs and breezes last hour.

Replaced boiler in steam launch.

At 7.10am ran 8-inch hawser to U.S.S. "Adams".

At 7.50am hove up starboard anchor.

At end of watch under way, taking position nearer U.S.S. "Adams".

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from North American Commercial Company the following fresh provisions for crew: 569½ [pounds] beef; and 370 pounds vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and damp, with occasional heavy fog banks.

Light airs and breezes from North by East to NW by North.

At 8.15am anchored about a cable's length from U.S.S. "Adams".

At 9.00am asked permission to get under way, granted.

U.S.S. "Adams" then got under way and dropped to quarter of this vessel.

At 9.13am this vessel under way and standing out of harbor with U.S.S. "Adams" in tow.

At 9.45am signaled to U.S.S. "Adams" "Increase your speed gradually to maximum".

In obedience to order from this vessel U.S.S. "Adams" veered 25 fathoms on port bow chain (towing chain), and later veered 10 more fathoms, giving scope to about 40 fathoms of chain in addition to hawser.

At 10.20am U.S.S. "Adams" signaled that she was making 52 turns, equal to 8½ knots in smooth water.

At 9.40am put over patent log, reading 52.5.

At 10.40am set course NNE, patent log reading 62.5.

At 11.05am changed [course] to North by E½E, patent log [reading] 66, signaled change to U.S.S. "Adams".

At end of watch on this course.

By order of Commanding Officer E.J. Colvelle, Seaman Apprentice First-class, E. Hannis, Seaman, H.R. Barker, Apprentice Second-class, and J. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class, were placed in double irons, for disobedience of orders, leaving search party, punishment awarded August 13.

Dismounted the 2 6-pounder Hotchkiss and stowed them below.

Steam in 4 boilers, pressure 120 pounds, revolutions 106.6.

Draught of ship forward 13 feet 6 inches, aft 16 feet 1 inch.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, foggy and damp.

Light NW breeze.

Steaming course North by E½E.

At 12.30pm changed course to NE by E¼E, patent log [reading] 79.

At 2.00pm changed course to East by North, patent log [reading] 94.0.

At 3.30pm Breed Island bore abeam, patent log [reading] 8.6.

At 3.55pm set staysail and foresail and signaled U.S.S. "Adams" to set jib and foresail.

L. Young, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, was confined in solitary confinement for five days on bread and water, for drunkenness on duty.

Average hourly revolutions 103.9, 106.1, 104.4, 104.5, average steam 112.5 [pounds].

Stowed entire secondary battery, with exception of 37 mm revolving cannon, in forward shell room.


4pm to 6pm:

Moderate to stiff breeze from NW by West.

At 5.45pm fog cleared to Northward and Unimak Island [Unamak Island in log-book] in sight.

Generally overcast and foggy.

Breed and Akun Islands shut out by fog at 5 o'clock.

Steaming to Eastward through Unimak Pass.

Course East by North, using four boilers.

Average steam 100.5 [pounds], revolutions 100.6.

Wigwagged to U.S.S. "Adams" "If wind shifts suddenly take in sail without further orders", also "If fog shuts down take in sail".


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6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Fresh breeze from West at beginning of watch, falling light in latter part and shifting [to] SSW.

Smooth sea.

Barometer steady.

Steaming course East by North.

At 6.14pm, patent log [reading] 34.3, changed course to ESE½E (per compass).

Made signals as follows, by visual code, to U.S.S. "Adams": "Keep lanterns ready for wigwag signals all night"; "Between eleven and midnight we will change course to East North East one quarter East, magnetic".

At 6.45pm U.S.S. "Adams" signaled to U.S.S. "Yorktown" "We have never had a fleet drill book, so you must excuse us for not understanding your compass signal".

From 6.00pm to 7.00pm average revolutions 100.9.

At 7.00pm took in fore staysail.

Average revolutions from 7.00pm to 8.00pm 101.7, average steam for watch 105 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, misty first part, then clearing.

Light to gentle breezes from SW to NW.

Sea smooth.

Course ESE½E per standard compass, steaming with 4 boilers, 30 tons coal allowance.

At 8.05pm the moon rose into a cloud bank.

At 9.40pm U.S.S. "Adams" furled foresail and jib.

Between 10.00pm and 10.30pm patent log line fouled towing hawser.

At 10.15pm signaled (wigwag) to U.S.S. "Adams" "Course East North East ¼ East, magnetic. We will whistle upon changing course".

At 10.40pm, patent log [reading] 73.8, changed course to N72°E, having run 10 minutes longer on previous course than night order book called for, [in] compliance with Commander's verbal order.

At end of watch U.S.S. "Adams" in position and towing steadily.

At dusk lost sight of Unimak Island [Umanak Island in log-book] bearing NW (per standard compass).

Average hourly revolutions as per column [see weather observations page], average revolutions for watch 101.5, steam pressure 113.7 [pounds].


Breed Island is also known as Tanginak Island.

Unimak Island is also known as Ounimak Island.


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19 August 1894

At sea, making passage from Unalaska to Sitka

Lat 54.15, Long -160.45


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, misty, last hour light drizzle.

Light breezes from NNW.

At 2.55am changed course to N58°E, patent log [reading] 11.8.

At 2.50am signaled to U.S.S. "Adams" "Next course NE by East magnetic, will whistle".

Sea smooth.

Steam 106 [pounds], revolutions 97.5.


4am to 8am:

First hour foggy and damp, then fine weather.

Light airs and breezes from West.

Barometer rising.

Steaming course N58°E.

At 5.00am sighted a high isolated mount, bearing N20°W, abeam at 6.43am, patent log [reading] 45.7.

At 5.00am [sic] land in sight bearing NNE, land low and about 5° in length.

At end of watch high land of Alaska Peninsula in sight on port hand, Pavloff volcano bearing N29°W.

Average hourly revolutions 90.8, 98, 102.7, 102.8, average steam 109 [pounds].


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Smooth sea, light breeze from West.

Course N58°E.

At end of watch Aghileen Pinnacle [Agileen Pinnacle in log-book] bore N53°W, magnetic.

By order of Commanding Officer, who warned them, the following named men were released from double irons: E. Hannis, Seaman; H.R. Barker, Apprentice Second-class; E.J. Colvell, Apprentice First-class; and J.H. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class.

At 10.00am the Commanding Officer inspected the ship, shortly afterwards mustered at quarters and had setting up exercises.

At noon U.S.S. "Adams" signaled latitude 54°08' North, longitude 160°36' West, and we signaled our positions as follows: latitude 54°09' [North], longitude 160°27' West.

The following wigwag signals were made to U.S.S. "Adams": "If we blow our whistle in fog you will distinguish by length of blast from helm signals. We will use three minute intervals."; also "Report whenever you alter your revolutions materially. What is the number now?".

This signal had not been answered at end of watch.

Average revolutions 101.7, steam 110 [pounds].

Set clock ahead 20 minutes between 11.30am and noon.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and overcast.

Gentle breeze from SSW.

Barometer steady.

Fine weather.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course N58°E per compass.

At 12.22pm, patent log [reading] 94.8, changed course to N56°E.

Average revolutions, hourly, 100, 101.6, 101.5, 100, average steam pressure 114.5 [pounds].

Made signals by visual code as follows: at 12.20pm U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Adams" "Course N54°E magnetic"; "If during passage the hawser should part sheer off with port helm. This ship will sheer off with starboard helm"; U.S.S. "Adams" to U.S.S. "Yorktown" at 12.30pm "I am using fourteen tons of coal, making an average of fifty revolutions. I cannot burn more coal to advantage with three boilers".

At 3.55pm made Shumagin Islands bearing N15°W (per compass).


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Moderate SSW breeze.

Sea smooth.

Course N56°E, steam alone, 4 boilers towing U.S.S. "Adams".

At 4.20pm signaled to U.S.S. "Adams" "Set foresail and jib. Be careful not [to] let sail get aback, you may part the hawser".

At 4.25pm U.S.S. "Adams" set foresail and jib.

At 5.05pm East tangent to Chernabour Island bore N34°W, distant about 24.7 [miles], patent log [reading] 38.8.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters, followed by setting up exercises.

Hourly revolutions as per column [see weather observations page], average steam pressure 120 pounds.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate breezes from SSW.

At 6.20pm Chernabour Island disappeared in fog, bearing N59°W, patent log [reading] 50.3.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 102.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, last half rainy and wet.

Moderate to fresh wind in squalls from SSW.

Barometer falling.

Steaming course N56°E.

At 11.15pm U.S.S. "Adams" took in sail in obedience to signal.

Decreased speed to 95 turns.

Average hourly revolutions 101, 101.4, 101.1, 96.1, average steam 120 [pounds].


Chernabour Island is also known as Chernabura Island.


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20 August 1894

At sea, making passage from Unalaska to Sitka

Lat 54.88, Long -155.30


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, squally and rainy, with falling barometer.

Squalls increasing in frequency and becoming fresher during latter part, and at end of watch blowing a moderate gale from SE by South, with increasing sea.

The speed light halyard parted and wrecked the lantern, put fixed white light over the stern and kept red lantern screened in readiness.

The following wigwag signals were made during watch: U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Adams" at 1.40am, "Our electric lights are disabled"; at 1.50am U.S.S. "Adams" to U.S.S. "Yorktown", "We have slowed down to forty revolutions"; at 2.35am U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Adams", "How are you getting on"; U.S.S. "Adams" to U.S.S. "Yorktown", "Getting on nicely, many thanks".

At 1.50am we slowed to 85 turns, then placed limit of revolutions 80 minimum and 85 maximum.

No surging of hawser.

Average steam 110 [pounds], average revolutions 85.9.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, light rain, stormy weather.

Moderate to whole gale from SE by South and SSE.

Barometer falling rapidly.

Rough sea.

Steaming course N56°E (per compass).

U.S.S. "Adams" appeared to roll heavily at end of watch, but there was no surging, nor jerking on tow line.

At 7.55am U.S.S. "Adams" signaled as follows: "Will you please let us bend main trysail and storm mizzen, as beam seas are very dangerous."

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, average hourly revolutions 81.5, 81.8, 80.6, 81.5.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and stormy.

Gale blowing in heavy squalls from SSE, decreasing latter part of watch and hauling to South by East.

Barometer falling slowly.

Rough SSE sea, ship rolling 8 times per minute, greatest observed roll 27° per clinometer.

At 8.41am slowed down to 70 revolutions.

Four boilers, steam alone, U.S.S. "Adams" towing steadily, though rolling heavily at times, course N56° (per standard compass) until 8.22am, when changed to N67°E, log [reading] 63.8, at 8.47am changed to N78°E, log 66.0, at 9.00am changed to N89°E, log 76.3.

Signaled to U.S.S. "Adams": 8.05am, "Will you be easier with one more point Eastward?"; 8.33am, "Steer N88°E"; 8.40am, "Set foot of main trysail at discretion"; 9.05am, "You can set two storm sails"; 11.58am, "We assume for the present we have drifted 25 miles true North"; noon, latitude 55°05' N, longitude 155°02' W.

U.S.S. "Adams" signaled: at 8.25am, "Yes and permission to set main trysail"; 9.05am, "We would like to make sail"; 9.10am "We have slowed down to 35 revolutions"; noon, latitude 54°36' N, longitude 155°16' W.

At 11.34am set clock ahead 21 minutes.

Average hourly revolutions as per column [see weather observations page], steam 120 pounds.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle to stiff breezes, increasing to fresh breezes from SSW.

At 12.45pm U.S.S. "Adams" signaled: latitude 55°44' [N].

At 1.00pm U.S.S. "Adams" asked permission to set foresail and jib, granted.

We increased to 75 turns.

Steam 112 [pounds], revolutions 73.

Sea moderate and confused, with occasional long swell from SSE.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, cloudy, foggy and wet.

Moderate to fresh wind in squalls from SSW.

Barometer falling slightly.

Changing course gradually until 4.34pm, when steadied on N54°E, patent log [reading] 10.0.

At 4.15pm increased revolutions to 80, and at 5.30pm to 85.

At 5.20pm U.S.S. "Adams" increased revolutions [from] 35 to 40.

Sea moderating.

Average hourly revolutions 79.2, 85.4, steam 120 [pounds].


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, rainy, with moderate to stiff squalls from SSW to South.

Barometer falling.

At end of watch U.S.S. "Adams" reduced revolutions to 34 and this ship to 80.

Average revolutions for watch 84.4.

No jerking or surging on hawser.


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8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy, light drizzling rain.

Barometer steady.

Moderate to fresh breeze from SSW and SW.

Steaming course N54°E.

At 9.30pm U.S.S. "Adams" took in fore and aft sail.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, hourly average of revolutions 80, 80, 80, 80.1.

Tow line in good condition, no jerking or surging on hawser.


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21 August 1894

At sea, making passage from Unalaska to Sitka

Lat 55.38, Long -150.22


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, misty at times.

Stiff to fresh breezes from SW by South to SW by West.

Barometer rising.

Course N54°E (per standard compass), steam alone, 4 boilers, towing U.S.S. "Adams".

Both ships rolling deeply at times to moderate sea on starboard quarter.

At 3.45am signaled U.S.S. "Adams" "Set foresail and increase to 40 revolutions".

At 3.55am signaled "Report when you are making 40 turns".

At 3.50am increased our speed to 85 revolutions.

Average revolutions 80.7, steam pressure 105 pounds.

Steady strain on hawser.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and misty, with occasional glimpses of blue sky.

Stiff to fresh breezes from SW by West to WSW.

Making 87 turns till 6.15am, when occasional very heavy swell under quarter causing excessive strain on hawser, slowed gradually to 80 turns.

At 4.00am U.S.S. "Adams" signaled that she was making 40 turns.

At 4.15am we signaled to U.S.S. "Adams" to be careful of her steering, not to sheer about and endanger hawser.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 84.


8am to meridian:

Clearing weather.

Barometer rising.

Moderate to fresh breeze in squalls from SW by West.

Steaming course N54°E, making 82 revolutions.

At 10.00am increased revolutions to 85.

At 11.30am set clock ahead 20 minutes.

At meridian exchanged positions with U.S.S. "Adams".

Average hourly revolutions 82.3, 82, 85, 85, average steam 120 [pounds].

Strain on hawser steady without surging or jerking.

By order of Captain, Private Brennan was placed under sentry's charge to await investigation.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, fresh breeze from SW by West to SW.

Moderate sea, with frequent heavy swell from SW.

Engines making 85 turns.

No jerking on hawser.

Ship's motions moderate.

Average revolutions 84.9, steam 114.5 [pounds].

Course N54°E.

The following wigwag signals: U.S.S. "Adams" to U.S.S. "Yorktown", "If the wind increases and the seas get heavier, would like to cast off tow line before dark, as we will be able to handle her more easy and more comfortably, we have eighty-five tons of coal on board at noon"; U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Adams", "I think the weather will improve and if so, I had best hold on. If it becomes bad and seems as if we will be forced to lie to again, I will let you go. I expect to get in Thursday evening with weather we should have from now on".


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, passing showers.

Fresh breeze with squalls from SW by South, breeze appearing to freshen a little towards end of watch.

Barometer steady.

Long swell from SW by West.

Steaming with U.S.S. "Adams" in tow, course N54°E.

No surging, nor jerking on hawser.

Made preparations to haul in line in case U.S.S. "Adams" let go.

Average steam pressure 118 pounds, revolutions hourly 85.85.

Signals were made by visual code as follows: U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Adams", "Answer the following questions. Do you wish to cast off now? If so, do you expect to make sail at once and proceed or heave to?"; U.S.S. "Adams" to U.S.S. "Yorktown", "Not expecting necessarily to heave to. I will hold on to line. If you wish to cast off I can make same speed alone"; at 4.50pm, U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Adams", "We will hold on for present"; at 5.00pm, "Are you making any more water than when we started?"; at 5.00pm, [U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Adams"], "If I cast you off during night, do you feel you can proceed with entire safety?"; U.S.S. "Adams" to U.S.S. "Yorktown", at 5.05pm, "I think not, it appears the same"; at 5.25pm, U.S.S. "Adams" to U.S.S. "Yorktown", "Yes please allow me to heave in chain and cut hawser when you are ready let go"; at 5.40pm, [U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Adams"], "If ordered later, you will unshackle at forty fathoms and when ready report and then let go"; at 5.35pm, U.S.S. "Adams" to U.S.S. "Yorktown" "If you let go of line I trust you will stand by me until we sight land"; at 5.45pm, U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Adams", "I shall stand by you of course"; at 5.50pm, U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Adams", "Haul up one side or reef foresail before dark".


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6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Moderate to fresh breezes, with occasional rain squalls from SW by South.

Moderate long sea.

Course N54°E (per standard compass), steam alone, four boilers.

Revolutions 85 until 7.08pm, when U.S.S. "Adams" hauled up weather clew of foresail and we slowed down to 80 revolutions, increasing to 82 at 7.15pm.

Both ships rolling deeply at intervals, but making good weather of it.

The following signals were made: at 6.08pm, U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Adams", "You will signal me if during night you consider you will be safer cast off and I will the order you to unshackle. Repeat this signal back to me, so I can know you understand"; at 6.25pm, U.S.S. "Adams" to U.S.S. "Yorktown", "Signal me if during night you consider you will be safer, cast off and I will order you to unshackle"; 6.45pm, U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Adams", "Have you a sea anchor"; 6.50pm, U.S.S. "Adams" to U.S.S. "Yorktown", "No, we have not a sea anchor".

Average revolutions 83.6, steam pressure 118 pounds.

Barometer rising.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, with occasional drizzle.

Moderate to fresh breezes coming in occasional squalls.

Very heavy long swell from South.

Making 82 turns till last hour, when slowed to 81.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 81.0.

U.S.S. "Adams" riding easily to slack cable.


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22 August 1894

At sea, making passage from Unalaska to Sitka

Lat 56.10, Long -144.42


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy, squally and damp.

Moderate to fresh South by West wind.

Moderate sea and very long deep swell, rolling deeply at times.

Course N54°E.

Uniform tension on hawser.

Average hourly revolutions 81.7, 82.2, 82, 82.1, average steam 105 [pounds].


4am to 8am:

Overcast, with passing showers first half of watch, then partly clear.

Stiff breeze with very fresh squalls from South by West.

Sea becoming rough, old swell from SW decreasing.

Course N54°E.

Varied revolutions from 82 to 85, to keep uniform strain on hawser, no surging.

Experimented with oil bag on weather side abreast of 6-pounder platform, result not appreciable.

Average steam 117 [pounds], average revolutions 83.7.

Barometer rising.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but clearing, fine weather.

Fresh breeze with moderate squalls from South by West, shifting to South by East.

Barometer rising.

Sea rough.

Steaming with U.S.S. "Adams" in tow, course N54°E.

Average steam 120 [pounds], hourly revolutions 84, 84.1, 84.5, 84.8.

At 11.28am set clock ahead 27 minutes.

There was no jerking on the hawser, but there was one surge of about 18 inches.

At 9.40am U.S.S. "Adams" took in foresail and set fore topmast staysail and main trysail.

Signals made as follows: 9.30am, U.S.S. "Adams" to U.S.S. "Yorktown", "Would like to set main trysail and fore topmast staysail"; at 9.35am U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Adams", "All right"; U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Adams", "Don't set foresail again without orders"; U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Adams", "In case we cast off our line today or tomorrow, be prepared to haul it in on board"; U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Adams" "In case we decide to let go we will first signal to stop your engine".


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly clear.

Moderate to fresh breezes, with rain squalls at intervals, from South by East to SSE.

Moderate sea, with long swell from SSW.

Course N54°E (per standard compass), towing U.S.S. "Adams", steam alone, four boilers until 2.00pm, when discontinued boiler C and let fires die out to repair boiler.

Average revolutions 84, steam pressure 115 pounds.

Barometer rising.

At noon U.S.S. "Adams" signaled latitude 56°09' N, longitude 144°35' W, U.S.S. "Yorktown" signaled latitude 56°06' N, longitude 144°25' W.


4pm to 6pm:

Partly clear and fine.

Moderate to fresh breezes from SSE, occasional showers along horizon.

Sea moderate and confused, new sea rising from SSE, with occasional swell from WSW.

Revolutions 83.7, steam 116 [pounds].

Barometer rising.

U.S.S. "Adams" under fore topmast staysail and main trysail, making 40 turns, tow line partly taut, steam in 3 boilers.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate to fresh SSE breeze.

Moderate sea.

Barometer rising.

Steaming course N54°E.

At 6.15pm started fires under boiler C.

Average hourly revolutions 83.1, 82.1, steam 118 [pounds].


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant weather.

Moderate breeze from SSE to SE, with an occasional stiff squall.

Moon visible at times.

At 8.25pm connected up boiler C.

At 10.00pm reduced revolutions to 80.

No surging of line.

Average revolutions 81, steam 119 [pounds].

Irregular swell.


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23 August 1894

At sea, making passage from Unalaska to Sitka

Lat 56.80, Long -138.95


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze with stiff squalls at beginning of watch, moderate steady breeze latter part.

Barometer steady.

Moderate sea, with long swell from SSW.

Steaming with U.S.S. "Adams" in tow.

Hourly revolutions 80.2, 80, 80, 80.9, average steam pressure 115.2 pounds

At 3.40am signaled to U.S.S. "Adams" "Make forty-five turns".

At 3.45am U.S.S. "Adams" signaled "We are making forty-five turns now".

At 3.50am increased to 84 revolutions.

No jerking, nor surging on hawser.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but generally pleasant, light passing shower during third hour.

Moderate to light breezes from SE.

Long swell from SW by West.

Course N54°E per standard compass, four boilers, steam alone, towing U.S.S. "Adams".

No surging on hawser.

Average revolutions 84, steam pressure 120 pounds.

Barometer steady.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather, misty around horizon.

Light airs and breezes from East to East by North.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and had setting up drill.

By order of Commanding Officer L. Young, Coxswain, was released from confinement and restored to duty, his term of punishment having expired.

Steaming with U.S.S. "Adams" in tow, making from 84 revolutions at beginning of watch to 88 revolutions at end of watch.

U.S.S. "Adams" commenced with 45 revolutions, fore topmast staysail and main trysail, and after 9.30am furled sail and increased to 50 revolutions.

In answer to signal U.S.S. "Adams" reported no additional signs, everything in good working order, sixty seven tons of coal on board, signal was also made to U.S.S. "Adams" to be prepared to cast off our hawser at bend at 6.00pm.

U.S.S. "Adams" signaled noon position [latitude] 56°48' N, [longitude] 138°52' W, this vessel to U.S.S. "Adams" latitude 56°48' N, longitude 138°51' W.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 85.6.

At 11.30am set deck clock ahead 21 minutes.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cloudy and damp, occasional light rain squalls.

Light airs from ENE to North.

Smooth sea, long SW swell.

Barometer falling.

Course N54°E.

At 12.15pm changed course to N56°E, patent log [reading] 31.5.

Exercised apprentices at signals.

Average hourly revolutions 88, 88, 88, 88, average steam 115 [pounds].


4pm to 6pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from NNW.

Course N56°E.

At 5.19pm sighted a peak bearing N26°E (magnetic).

At 5.55pm stopped and cast off tow line.

Hauled in log, reading 78.8.

Average steam 116 [pounds], average revolutions 86.

The following wigwag signals were made during watch, U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Adams": "When you wish to inform us after signal at six that you have slowed to half speed or stopped, give four and then five blasts on your whistle"; "Signal that you understand us, you are to repeat our blasts when obeyed"; "Be ready to heave in and cut hawser at bend as soon as your engine has stopped when ordered by signal"; "Do you understand you are to repeat our blasts with your whistle when obeyed?"; "When cast off, make your best speed to port"; "Keep mainmast headlight up to night"; "We follow on your starboard quarter and will go in in early morning."


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6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NNW and NW by North.

Barometer falling.

Sea smooth, with long swell from SW.

At 6.19pm started ahead, patent log [reading] 78.8, U.S.S. "Adams" about 1 mile off port bow.

Average steam pressure 116 [pounds], hourly revolutions 73.4, 76.7.

Regulating speed to that of U.S.S. "Adams".


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty.

Light breezes and airs from NNW to NNE.

Course N56°E, steam alone, four boilers, U.S.S. "Adams" in sight on port bow.

At [left blank] U.S.S. "Adams" signaled "I wish to stop", "I have slowed to 45 revolutions".

At 11.30pm sounded, bottom with 129 fathoms wire out, at 11.55pm found bottom, 110 fathoms wire out.

At 11.58pm sighted land bearing North by East (per standard compass).

Running at various speeds to keep position near U.S.S. "Adams".

Average revolutions 71.6, steam pressure 120 pounds.

Barometer falling slowly


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24 August 1894

At sea, making passage to, and at anchor Sitka, Alaska

Lat 57.04, Long -135.32 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, damp, but pleasant weather.

Light breezes from NNW and NW.

At 12.10am went about, patent log [reading] 21.1.

At 12.18am on course SW by South, patent log [reading] 22.1, and ran 7 miles at about 27 revolutions.

At 3.45am went about and stood in for land, course N54°E, patent log [reading] 29.6, running 90 turns.

U.S.S. "Adams", after blowing her whistle a number of times, came out and stood to Westward.

Hoisted our speed light to show our position.

Lost sight of U.S.S. "Adams" at about 2.00am, she being then on our starboard quarter.

Steam 119 [pounds], revolutions 27.


4am to 8am:

Fine, cloudy weather.

Light Westerly breezes.

Smooth sea.

Steaming course N54°E.

At 5.35am, St. Lazaria Island abeam, changed course to NE¼N, patent log [reading] 44.6, standing for an anchorage in Sitka harbor under [in in log-book] conn of Captain.

At 5.00am sighted U.S.S. "Adams" ahead.

At 6.50am, off The Twins, hauled in patent log, reading 57.1.

At 7.00am came to with port anchor in 13 fathoms water, veering to 45 [fathoms] chain.

Found U.S.S. "Adams", U.S.S. "Pinta" and U.S.R.C. "Rush" in port.

Received official visits from Commanding Officers of U.S.S. "Pinta" and U.S.S. "Adams".

Banked fires in 3 boilers, hauling under [boiler] C.

Average hourly revolutions 90, 93.9, 94.9, steam 112 [pounds].

Draft 12 feet 1 inch forward, 15 feet 10 inches aft.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, light passing showers at times.

Light airs to light breeze from East to East by North.

Moderate squall 3rd hour from East by North.

J.E. Lavery, Dynamo Oiler, reported expiration of term of enlistment.

The Commanding Officer made his official calls.

At 11.40am U.S.S. "Pinta" got under way with permission and left port.

Gunner's gang engaged overhauling secondary gun mounts.

Broke out lucky bag.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, drizzling rain and passing showers.

Gentle breeze from East and East by North.

Barometer rising.

Signaled to U.S.S. "Adams" "Please hold your steam launch ready for service at 4 o'clock today in case I want to use her. Will signal for her".

Finished overhauling cylinders of secondary battery.

Inspected the lucky bag and found a little water in it, which was dried up and it was then painted.


4pm to 8pm:

Variable weather, generally pleasant.

Calms and light breezes from East, with occasional showers.

Fires allowed to die out of boilers A and B.

At 5.48pm exercised at fire quarters, divisions ready as follows: 1st [Division] 1 minute 21 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 17 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 15 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 10 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 0 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 35 seconds; Marines 0 minute 52 seconds.

Secured at 5.53pm: 1st Division 1 minute 14 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 35 seconds; 3rd [Division] 1 minute 37 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 14 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 5 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 15 seconds; and Marines 1 minute 0 seconds.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light East by North breeze.

Barometer rising.

Tide running ebb.


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25 August 1894

At anchor Sitka harbor, Alaska

Lat 57.04, Long -135.32


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and rainy until last hour, when it cleared.

Wind varying in force and direction from ENE to WSW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and overcast, light passing shower in third hour of watch.

Barometer rising.

Light variable breeze.

Ship riding between wind and tide.


8am to meridian:

Generally clear and pleasant, with occasional passing shower.

Light breezes from East to ENE.

At 9.30am U.S.S. "Adams" signaled sick report 3.

Broke out store rooms, et cetera, for monthly hull inspection.

C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, did ½ hour's extra boat duty.

The Assistant Secretary of the Treasury and the Commanding Officer of the Revenue cutter U.S.R.C. "Rush" visited the ship.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from E. DeGroff and Company, Sitka, and issued to crew: 74 pounds fresh bread; 92½ pounds fresh vegetables; and 92 pounds fresh pork.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and misty, with occasional passing showers.

Light airs to gentle breezes from East by North and East.

A Medical Board of Survey, G.P. Lumsden, Passed Assistant Surgeon, senior member, F.J.B. Cordeiro, Passed Assistant Surgeon, and L.W. Atlee, Passed Assistant Surgeon, members, met for survey of John J. Daly, Gunner's Mate First-class.

Chief Engineer A.B. Bates and Lieutenant Thomas H. Stevens made the monthly inspection of hull required by [United States Navy] Regulations.

Sent mail to U.S.R.C. "Rush".

C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, did 3 hours' extra duty as boat keeper.

Surgeon G.P. Lumsden made the weekly inspection of the vessel.

At 3.15pm U.S.R.C. "Rush" left the coal dock and after turning to Westward stood out the Western passage.

Signaled to U.S.S. "Adams" to send list of machinists, with dates of enlistment.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Light Easterly breezes.

C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, had 1 hour's boat duty, part punishment assigned by the Commanding Officer.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, light rain.

Barometer rising.

Light breeze from East by North and ENE.

Engineer's force working on repairs to steam launch's feed pump and on intermediate valve chest of starboard engine until 10.00pm.


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26 August 1894

At anchor Sitka, Alaska

Lat 57.04, Long -135.32


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and raining.

Light airs and breezes from ESE to East by North.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light airs and breezes from East.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and damp.

Calm and Westerly airs.

Last hour clearing.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Engineer's force at work on diaphragm for intermediate cylinder.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light airs from West to WSW.

Engineer's force engaged making repairs to machinery.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Calm and light variable airs.

Barometer steady.

At 5.55pm U.S.S. "Adams" made signal interrogatory 4890, and U.S.S. "Yorktown" replied "Granted" by general code of signals.

Engineer's force engaged in repairs to intermediate valve chest starboard engine.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine.

Light airs from North by East and calms.

Observed an Aurora Borealis at 9.00pm, lasting about 10 minutes.


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27 August 1894

At anchor Sitka harbor, Alaska

Lat 57.04, Long -135.32


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light Northerly airs and breezes.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, light airs from North to WNW till last hour, then calm.

Ship swung slowly to head West.

Received for use of crew from [E.] DeGroff and Company: 92 pounds fresh beef.

Lowered sailing launch and prepared her with diving outfit for scrubbing ship's bottom.


8am to meridian:

Fair and pleasant weather.

Calm and light airs from SW by West to West.

Landed battalions for drill at 9.30am, and embarked again at 11.30am.

Ship's divers engaged in cleaning ship's bottom on starboard side aft.

The Commanding Officer awarded the following punishments: W. Cochrane, Water Tender, quarreling and striking Oiler Sandrowski on the head with a large wrench, 2 days' double irons; C. Sandrowski, Oiler, quarrelsome and insubordinate, 6 days in irons to await trial by court martial; J. Brennan, Private Marine, disobedient to Master-at-Arms' orders, 5 days' solitary confinement, full ration; H. Myles, Coal Passer, insubordinate conduct towards Corporal of Guard, 5 days' double irons.

A.E. Lowe, Gunner's Mate First-class, was down as diver, 1 hour, and C.B. Spiney, Seaman Gunner, was down 1½ hours as diver.

Made signal to U.S.S. "Adams" "Land Marines at 2.15pm and have them report to Captain Webster for drill".


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Calms and light Westerly airs.

Warm.

Cleaning ship outside and scrubbing starboard run of bottom.

J. Murnane, Gunner's Mate Second-class, employed 1¼ hours as diver.

Sent Marine Guard ashore to drill at barracks.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Light airs from South by West, hauling to Southward and coming out from SE, and then ENE.

J. Murnane, Gunner's Mate Second-class, came up at 4.30pm, being employed ½ hour this watch as diver.

C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, did ½ hour's boat duty.

Delivered to C.E. Sandrowski, Oiler, specifications preferred against him by Commanding Officer.

At 6.10pm U.S.S. "Adams" asked permission to get under way, granted.

After hauling out and hoisting her boats she, at 6.50pm, stood out the Eastern Channel.

On passing this vessel she ran up signal "Goodbye", and having been cheered by this vessel returned cheer.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright starlight, calm till last part, when light airs from Westward.

Operated search and Ardois signal lights, found them in good order, excepting 2nd white light in Ardois, which is out of order.


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28 August 1894

At anchor Sitka harbor, Alaska

Lat 57.04, Long -135.32


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from NW.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Fair and pleasant.

Calms and light airs from Southeastward.

Received 148 pounds fresh bread in Paymaster's Department.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Calm, then light airs from SW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, had setting up exercises and divisions were drilled as follows: 1st, 3rd and 4th [Divisions] great guns; 2nd and Powder [Divisions] small arms; and Marines infantry.

J. Murnane, Gunner's Mate Second-class, was under water as diver, 3 hours, cleaning ship's bottom.

Overhauled 1st Division battery.

Engaged touching up rust spots inside and out with red paint.

Loosed ship's and boats' sail to dry.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Calms and light airs from SW by West.

C. Carlson, Chief Gunner's Mate, employed 2 hours 5 minutes diving while scrubbing ship's bottom at starboard run.

Scraping and red-leading rust spots on hull inside and out.

Renewing gaskets of deck lights.

Furled sail at 3.00pm.

Fires under boiler B.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Calm, followed by light airs from West.

C. Carlson, Chief Gunner's Mate, did 40 minutes diving, cleaning ship's bottom.

Mustered at quarters and had setting up exercise.

J.T. Bush, Apprentice Second-class, was by order of the Commanding Officer placed under sentry's charge in single irons to await investigation, for insubordinate conduct at evening quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Calm.

Between 9.10pm and 9.25pm was a faint display of the Aurora or Northern lights, showing in streaks, above the mountains.

Barometer steady.


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29 August 1894

At anchor in Sitka harbor, Alaska

Lat 57.04, Long -135.32


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine.

Calm and light airs from WNW.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Variable airs and calm.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts, and issued to crew: 91¼ pounds fresh beef; 91¼ pounds fresh vegetables; and 70 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine, warm.

Calms and light airs from SW.

At 9.15am had quarters, setting up drill, aiming drill, then divisional drill as follows: 1st and 4th [Divisions] small arms; 2nd and Powder [Divisions] great guns; 3rd and Navigator's [Divisions] single sticks; and Marines infantry.

At 8.10am diver J. Murnane, Gunner's Mate Second-class, descended to continue cleaning of ship's bottom.

At 9.05am diver came up, at 9.15am he descended.

Diver Murnane, Gunner's Mate Second-class, came up at 11.30am.

By order of Commanding Officer the following punishments were assigned: A. Lumkan, Coal Passer, late hammock, 3 days' extra duty; R. Homes, Seaman, tight on duty, 2 days' solitary confinement after leaving Sitka; G.J. Anderson, Coxswain, tight on duty in charge of whaleboat, 2 days' solitary confinement after leaving Sitka; W.B. Reeves, Seaman, noisy and profane on board ship, 2 days' solitary confinement after leaving Sitka; J.A. Anderson, Apprentice Second-class, disobedience of orders, leaving quarterdeck when ordered to remain there by Corporal of Guard, 24 hours' lookout, 6 hours each day; C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, disobedience of orders, leaving quarterdeck when ordered to remain there by Corporal of Guard, 24 hours' boat keeper; W. Waite, Apprentice Second-class, insubordinate conduct toward Corporal of Guard, telling Corporal of Guard "He would break his face", shirking during morning watch, having hammock in lucky bag, 6 days' solitary confinement, full ration, after leaving Sitka; J.T. Bush, Apprentice Second-class, insubordinate conduct, 2 days' boat duty.

W.M. Cochrane, [Water Tender,] was by same authority released, his term of confinement having expired.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and warm.

Calm and light airs from West and South by West.

Barometer falling slowly.

Crew engaged in general work.

At 1.24pm diver C. Carlson, Chief Gunner's Mate, went down.

Overhauled Ardois lights.

Overhauling training and elevating gear of guns of 2nd Division, and cylinders of port gun of same division.

Issued clothing and small stores to crew.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Calm and light variable airs.

Barometer falling.

C. Carlson, Chief Gunner's Mate, employed ½ hour during watch under water, scrubbing ship's bottom, port quarter.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters, followed by setting up exercises.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Variable airs and calm.


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30 August 1894

At Sitka, Alaska

Lat 57.04, Long -135.34 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Calm, then light airs from various directions.


4am to 8am:

Overcast.

Calms and light variable airs.

Barometer falling.

At 5.45am started fires in boilers A and C.

Received in [Department of] Supplies and Accounts for crew: 74 pounds fresh bread.

Started diving party to work on cleaning bottom at 7.45am.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, with drizzling rain.

Light airs from West by South to North by West.

Making preparations to coal ship.

C. Carlson, Chief Gunner's Mate, employed 2 hours 50 minutes under water as diver, scrubbing ship's bottom, port quarter.

D. Bolger, Blacksmith, reported that his term of enlistment expired this day.

At 11.30am shortened in to 30 fathoms on starboard chain.

At 11.50am got under way, boilers A, B and C, and stood out through Middle Channel under [in in log-book] conn of Commanding Officer, to go alongside of coal wharf.

Ship's draft forward 11 feet 7 inches, aft 15 feet 6 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, rainy.

Barometer falling.

At 12.45pm dropped starboard anchor off dock with 18 fathoms chain and moored to dock and shore opposite. At 1.35pm began to coal ship from dock.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, cloudy, foggy and wet.

Variable airs and calms.

Barometer falling.

Coaling ship.

At 6.00pm stopped coaling for the day having received a total of 42 tons.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, rainy.

Calm and light airs from South by West.

Barometer falling, tide rising.


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31 August 1894

At Sitka, Alaska

Lat 57.054, Long -135.348


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and raining.

Calms and light Southerly breezes.

Barometer steady.

Tide began falling about 12.45am.

Fires in boilers A and C.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and rainy.

Light airs from SSW, then calm.

Coaling ship from 7.00am to 8.00am, received 17 tons.

Very low tide, running flood after 7.00am.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from E. DeGroff, Sitka: 88¾ pounds fresh meat; 88¾ pounds fresh vegetables; and 72 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, cloudy and rainy.

Calm and variable airs.

Coaling ship, receiving during watch about 64⅓ tons.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cloudy and rainy.

Calm, then light airs from North.

Coaling ship, received 38 tons aboard.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, raining during first part of watch.

Calm.

Barometer steady.

Coaling until 6.00pm, took in during day 141 tons 2126 pounds.

Low water at 7.30pm.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and rainy.

Calm.


Approved: [signed] W.M. Folger, Commander U.S. Navy Commanding.



LOGS FOR SEPTEMBER 1894


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1 September 1894

At anchor in Sitka, Alaska, and at sea

Lat 57.04, Long -135.32 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and rainy.

Variable breezes and calm.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Partly clear first half, then overcast and rainy.

Light airs from ENE to NE.

Started fires under boilers B and D at 4 o'clock.

At 7 o'clock commenced coaling, had received at end of watch 14 tons.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 272 pounds fresh bread, for use of crew from DeGroff.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, rainy.

Calm and light variable airs.

Barometer steady.

Coaling ship.

At 9.40am finished coaling, having taken on board in all 219 tons.

At 10.17am got under way and steamed to anchorage in harbor.

At 10.32am anchored with starboard anchor, 30 fathoms chain, in 10¾ fathoms water, soft bottom.

By order of Commanding Officer released from confinement: Henry Myles, Coal Passer; and J. Brennan, Private Marine.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with drizzling rain.

Calms and light Westerly airs and breezes.

At 2.05pm got under way and stood out of Sitka Harbor and Bay through Eastern Channel, Commanding Officer conning ship.

At 2.10pm put over patent log, reading 57.0.

At 3.35pm set course S55°W (per standard compass).

At end of watch Cape Edgecumbe bore N18½°W (per standard compass), distant about 2½ miles.

Steam alone, 4 boilers.

Ship pitching easily to a light Southwesterly swell.

Average revolutions 95, steam pressure 115 pounds.

Draft of ship forward 13 feet 6 inches, aft 15 feet 10 inches.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and cool, with occasional drizzle.

Light breezes from West by North.

At 4.05pm took departure, Cape Edgecumbe N35°E per standard compass, distant 4 miles, patent log reading 75.4.

Steam 113 [pounds], revolutions 95.

During this watch bridge compass course became 3° to Westward of original course as compared with standard compass.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light West by North breeze.

Steaming course S55°W.

Average hourly revolutions 94.8.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, gentle breeze from West by North.

Course S55°W, four boilers.

Average steam 115 [pounds], average revolutions 95.1.


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2 September 1894

At sea, making passage to Unalaska

Lat 56.48, Long -141.75


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from West by North.

Barometer rising.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course S55°W (per compass).

Hourly average of revolutions 94.9, 95, 94.9, 95, steam 115 [pounds].


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from West and West by South.

Course S55°W (per standard compass), steam alone, 4 boilers.

Ship pitching moderately to short Southwesterly swell.

Barometer rising.

Hourly revolutions as per column [see weather observations page], average revolutions 94.8, steam pressure 108 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Partially clear, pleasant weather.

Gentle to moderate breezes from West by South.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions at setting up drill.

Steam in four boilers, revolutions 92, steam 115 [pounds].

Ship pitching to moderate, short swell from WSW.

Set deck clock back 24 minutes.

J.A. Anderson, Apprentice First-class, stood 2 hours' extra lookout, part of punishment assigned.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle breezes from WSW to SW.

Smooth sea, ship pitching easily to a moderate swell from SW by West.

Steaming course S55°W.

Average hourly revolutions 95, 95, 95, 95, average steam 112.5 [pounds].


4pm to 6pm:

Partly cloudy last hour, squall forming to Southward and Westward.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SSW to South by West.

Course S55°W.

Average steam 111 [pounds], average revolutions 95.

Mustered at evening quarters and had setting up drill.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and overcast.

Gentle to moderate breeze from South by West.

Barometer rising slowly

Long swell from SW by West.

Steaming course S55°W.

Hourly revolutions 95, 95, steam 115 [pounds].


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy, light drizzle third hour.

Gentle to light breezes from South.

Course S55°W (per standard compass), steam alone.

Ship pitching occasionally to light Southwesterly swell.

Barometer falling.

Hourly revolutions as per column [see weather observations page], average for watch: revolutions 95.4, steam pressure 115 pounds.


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3 September 1894

At sea, making passage to Unalaska

Lat 55.87, Long -149.17


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breezes from South.

Ship pitching occasionally to swell from SW.

Steam 114 [pounds], revolutions 95.1.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from South.

Smooth sea.

Steaming course S55°W.

At 5.50am passed a large submerged tree with two vertical branches, greatly resembling a schooner's masts.

At 8.00am William Waite, Apprentice, was placed in solitary confinement, on full rations, for six days, in accordance with punishment assigned by Captain on August 29th.

Average hourly revolutions 95, 95.1, 96.1, 99.6, average steam 115 [pounds].


8am to meridian:

Generally overcast, light breezes from East by South until last hour, then light airs from NE by East.

Course S55°W.

J. Tillander, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, was by order of the Commanding Officer placed in double irons for 3 days, for being under the influence of liquor while on duty, and J.A. Anderson, Apprentice First-class, stood 3 hours' extra lookout, part of punishment assigned by the Commanding Officer August 29.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, had setting up drill and pointing exercise, then the divisions were drilled as follows: 1st and 4th [Divisions] great guns; 2nd and Powder [Divisions] single sticks; 3rd and Navigator's [Divisions] small arms; and Marines infantry.

Set clock back 29 minutes between 11 o'clock and noon.

Average steam 115 [pounds], revolutions 104.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from NE by East, shifting to North by East.

Barometer steady.

Sea smooth, light swell from SE.

Steaming course S55°W.

At 12.15pm, patent log [reading] 13.6, changed course to S54°W (per compass).

Exercised apprentices at signals for ½ hour.

Hourly revolutions 104.5, 104.5, 104.5, 100, steam 115 [pounds].

Overhauled all trucks of port 6-inch gun of second division.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from South.

Light, long swell from South by West, increasing during watch.

Course S54°W (per compass), steam alone, 4 boilers.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters, followed by setting up exercises.

J.A. Anderson, Apprentice First-class, stood 2 hours' extra lookout, portion of punishment assigned August 29.

Average revolutions 100, steam pressure 116 pounds.

Barometer steady.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light airs from South.

Sea smooth, with Southerly swell.

Steam 115 [pounds], revolutions 100.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, increasing cloudiness last half of watch.

Light breeze from South by West.

Steaming course S54°W.

Tested Ardois [signal system] and searchlights and found them in working order.

Average hourly revolutions 100.6, 100.4, 100.5, 100.1, average steam 115 [pounds].


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4 September 1894

At sea, making passage to Unalaska

Lat 54.92, Long -156.50


Midnight to 4am:

Commenced clear, overcast last hour.

Gentle breeze from South by West to South by East.

Course S54°W.

Average revolutions 100, steam 108 [pounds].

Barometer falling slowly.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, light rain.

Barometer falling.

Light to moderate breeze from SE, shifting to ESE.

Sea smooth, with light swell from Southward.

At 4.24am stopped port engine.

At 4.36am started port engine.

At 7.00am set fore staysail and fore trysail.

Average revolutions starboard 100, port 99.7, steam 113.5 [pounds].


8am to meridian:

Overcast, with mist and drizzling rain.

Stiff breeze from ESE.

Course S54°W (per standard compass), steaming with 4 boilers, fore staysail and trysail set.

At 11.05am hauled down head of fore trysail, at 11.40am took in fore staysail.

Revolutions ordered at 100 until 9.20am, when slowed down to 90.

Ship rolling deeply at times to a moderate rough sea from ESE.

Set clock back 30 minutes during last hour.

Average revolutions 93.7, steam pressure 115 pounds.

Barometer falling.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cloudy and misty, settling into fog last hour.

Fresh breezes from ESE, hauling to Southward and moderating to gentle breezes latter part.

At 12.45pm slowed to 80 turns, at 2.50pm increased to 85 turns.

At 3.20pm took in foresail.

Sea confused and rough, then moderating.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 85.3.

J.A. Anderson, Apprentice First-class, stood 2 hours' extra lookout, punishment assigned August 29 [28 in log-book].


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, foggy and damp.

Light to moderate SW wind.

Fog thick at times.

Smooth sea.

Barometer rising.

Steaming course S54°W.

At 4.30pm stopped and got cast in 80 fathoms, sand and coral bottom.

Went ahead on course S30°W, patent log [reading] 3.7.

Getting casts at 20-minute intervals without stopping ship, no bottom at 180 turns.

Average hourly revolutions 85, 86.6, average steam 115 [pounds].


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast and foggy.

Moderate WSW breeze.

At 6.00pm changed course to S54°W, patent log [reading] 16.0.

At 6.42pm lost sight of Simeonoff Island bearing N68°W, patent log [reading] 22.4, it being shut out by fog remainder of watch.

At 7.50pm sounded, got bottom, 115 fathoms wire out.

Average steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 92.8.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, misty, light drizzling rain in third hour.

Moderate breeze from WSW and SW, fresh squalls in last hour.

Barometer steady.

Sea moderate.

Steaming course S54°W (per compass).

Average steam 115 pounds, hourly revolutions 95, 95.2, 95.3, 95.3.

At 8.00pm sounded in 190 fathoms, no bottom.

Sounded at 8.30pm in 190 fathoms, no bottom.

At 9.45pm a remarkably brilliant patch of phosphorescence formed around the ship and then moved off to port.

The clouds above this space were brightly illuminated by reflection.

Sounded in 195 fathoms, no bottom.

Several other such patches were soon at a distance, in each case the clouds being illuminated brilliantly.


Simeonoff Island is also known as Simeonof Island.


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5 September 1894

At sea, making passage to Unalaska

Lat 54.23, Long -163.63


Midnight to 4am:

Variable weather, generally overcast and misty around horizon, with passing showers, clearing at intervals, with bright starlight overhead.

Moderate to gentle breezes from SW by West.

Short, choppy sea from SSW.

Course S54°W (per standard compass), steam alone, 4 boilers.

Hourly revolutions as per column [see weather observations page], average revolutions 95.3, steam pressure 113 pounds.

At 2.20am sounded with 195 fathoms of wire out, no bottom.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, variable weather.

Gentle breezes from South and SSE.

Sounded at 5.30am, 6.30am, 7.30am and 7.50am, 200 fathoms, no bottom, speed 9½ knots.

At 7.08am changed course from S54°W (per standard compass) to S72°W (per standard compass), patent log reading 41.8.

At 7.30am an appearance of land bore N40°W (per standard compass).

Steam in 4 boilers.

Revolutions 95 until 7.10am, when increased to 97, average revolutions 95.1, steam 115 [pounds].


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, foggy around horizon.

Light to moderate wind from SSW to South, hauling to SE last hour.

Course S72°W.

At 9.00am changed course to W, patent log [reading] 59.9.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions as follows: 1st [Division] small arms; 2nd [Division] great guns; 3rd [Division] single sticks; 4th [Division] small arms; Navigator's [Division] single sticks; Powder [Division] great guns; Marines infantry.

Captain awarded following punishment: H. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, not releasing lookout promptly, 2 extra lookouts.

At 9.50am got bottom at 125 turns.

At 11.15am sighted Mount Shishaldin bearing N42°W.

At 11.40am set clock back 30 minutes.

J.A. Anderson, Apprentice, served 3½ hours' extra duty as lookout.

H. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, served one extra lookout.

Average hourly revolutions 97.1, 99.5, 100.4, 101.1, average steam 115 [pounds].


Meridian to 4pm:

Variable weather.

Moderate breeze from SE.

Stiff squall in Unimak Pass.

Barometer falling.

Standing through Unimak Pass, course West.

At 1.55pm sighted a point of land on Unimak Island bearing N19°W (log [reading] 18.2).

At 2.00pm sighted a point of land ahead.

At 2.06pm first point sighted was abeam (log [reading] 20.2).

At 2.12pm changed course to WSW½W (log [reading] 21.2).

At 3.00pm took bow bearing of Cape Scotch, log [reading] 29.8.

Sighted a schooner ½ point on starboard bow.

At 3.16pm Cape Scotch abeam, about 4 miles distant, log [reading] 32.8.

At end of watch took following bearings, namely: West end Ugamak [Island] S50°E, North end Akun [Island] S58°W.

J.A. Anderson, Apprentice First-class, stood 3 hours' extra lookout, part punishment assigned by the Commanding Officer.

Average revolutions 102, steam [left blank].


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast and cloudy, passing showers.

Gentle to fresh breeze from SSE to SSW.

Barometer steady.

Course WSW½W (per compass).

At 5.04pm (patent log [reading] 52.5) changed course to SW by W½W.

At 5.30pm took in fore staysail and fore trysail.

At 5.30pm, patent log [reading] 57, Akun Head bore off port bow.

At 5.55pm it bore abeam, distant 4.1 miles, patent log [reading] 61.1.

Changed course to S54°W (per compass).

Hourly revolutions 102.1, 102, steam 114 [pounds].

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters and exercised at setting up drill.


6pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, but pleasant, cool.

Gentle breezes from SSW and SW.

Sea smooth.

Steam alone, course S54°W (per standard compass).

Standing along the North shore of Akutan Island.

At 7.00pm changed [course] to S30°W (per standard compass), and at 7.15pm to SW (per standard compass).

At end of watch West tangent to Akutan Island bore SE, and Priest Rock [Priest Point in log-book] bore S⅝W (per standard compass), distant about 10 miles.

Average revolutions 102.3, steam pressure 114 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather till last hour, then light drizzle.

Course SW til 8.15pm, then NW.

At 8.15pm slowed to 30 turns, running at that rest of watch.

At end of watch Akutan [Island] scarcely visible on starboard quarter.

Steam 120 [pounds], revolutions 34.


Cape Scotch is also known as Scotch Cap.


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6 September 1894

At sea, making passage to Unalaska, and at anchor at Dutch Harbor

Lat 53.89, Long -166.53


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, squally, rainy and wet.

Light to moderate SW breeze.

Barometer rising.

Engines just turning over on course NW.

At 3.38am changed course to SE and went ahead at 80 turns.

Average hourly revolutions 30.2, 30, 29.4, 50.2, average steam 113 [pounds].


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light breeze from SSW to SE by South.

Course SE.

At 4.05am changed course to SSE, log [reading] 13.0.

At 4.30am sighted North Head, Akutan Island, bearing E¼N (magnetic).

At 4.52am changed course to South by E½E (log [reading] 20.2), and at 5.44am changed course to SSE¼E (log 28.8).

At 6.48am hauled in patent log registering 40.5.

Standing in for Dutch Harbor under conn of the Commanding Officer.

Exchanged distinguishing pennants with U.S.S. "Mohican", which was sighted moored to coal wharf.

Signaled permission to anchor, which was granted by U.S.S. "Mohican".

At 7.11am anchored in 17 fathoms, 60 fathoms port chain.

Bearings at anchorage as follows, namely: Rocky Point South by East, Spithead NE, both magnetic.

Draft forward 12 feet 3 inches, aft 15 feet 7 inches.

Average steam 100 [pounds], revolutions 95.6.

The Commanding Officer visited U.S.S. "Mohican" officially.

Sent all mail on board U.S.S. "Mohican".

Lowered steam cutter and sailing launch, the latter being prepared for diving work.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, light rain in first and last hours.

Light airs from SSW.

Barometer steady.

The British schooner "Minnie" and the American schooner "Therese" of San Francisco left port.

At 9.05am J. Murnane, Gunner's Mate Second-class, went under water to clear ship's bottom, and at 11.35am he came to the surface.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters and exercised divisions as follows: 1st [Division] single sticks; 2nd [Division] small arms; 3rd [Division] great guns; 4th [Division] single sticks; Navigator's [Division] great guns; Powder [Division] small arms; Marines bayonet drill.

F. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, did 1½ hours' extra duty, by order of the Captain.

Received in Department [of] Supplies and Accounts for crew: 102 pounds fresh meat; and 88¾ pounds fresh vegetables.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy, with occasional passing showers.

Light airs and breezes from SE by South to South by West.

Exercised signal class.

At 1.30pm U.S.S. "Mohican" hauled out from coal wharf.

C. Carlson, Chief Gunner's Mate, employed 2 hours under water scrubbing ship's bottom, starboard bow.

F.S. Kinnier, Apprentice, and C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, did 2 hours 20 minutes' and 0 hours 50 minutes' extra boat duty respectively, portion of punishment assigned May 10 and August 3.

Overhauled pivot socket mounting, et cetera, of 6-inch carriages, 3rd Division.

Received from General Storekeeper, Navy Yard, Mare Island, via Alaska Commercial Company the following stores in Ordnance [Department]: 5 gallons turpentine; 10 gallons raw oil; 2 gallons Japan Drier; 2 gallons sperm oil; 2 gallons olive oil; 20 gallons glycerin; 500 pounds white lead; 50 pounds lye; 50 pounds burnt umber; 10 pounds French yellow in oil; 20 pounds red ocher in oil; 50 pounds waste; 20 pounds beeswax; 1 bayonet; 3 flat bastard files; 1 screw driver, Colt revolver; 4 thermometers; 1 set standard taps ¼ inch; 1 file cleaner; 2 hand extractors, 6-inch breech loading rifle; 4 extractors, gun lock; 1 gear spring, gun lock; 1 wedge pin, gun lock; 1 wedge locking pair and head; 1 wedge locking pin spring.

And in Equipment [Department]: 88 pounds ratline, stiff; 60 pounds spun yarn; 10 pounds wire, seizing; 266 pounds twine rope, 1¼-inch; 340 pounds manila rope, 3-inch; 188 [pounds] manila rope, 2¼-inch; 132 pounds manila rope, 2-inch; 17 roller curtains; 2 boat cloths; 2 Smyrna rugs; 4 curtains, door, junior officers'; 2 boatswain's calls; 1 ream foolscap paper; 3 erasers, standard; 36 brushes, scrub.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breezes from SSW.

At 4.16pm, having asked permission of U.S.S. "Mohican", got under way, and went alongside coal dock, dropping starboard anchor and 30 fathoms chain off bow.

Made preparations for coaling.

At 6.20pm sighted U.S.R.C. "[Thomas] Corwin" standing in, she went alongside dock.

At 7.45pm sighted vessel standing into harbor.

A sealing schooner stood out to sea.


8pm to midnight:

Commenced partly clear, closed cloudy.

Light breeze from SSW.

At 8.30pm U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" came in and anchored near U.S.S. "Mohican".


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7 September 1894

At Dutch Harbor, Alaska

Lat 53.892, Long -166.534


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light airs from SSW and North.

Barometer steady.

Tide falling.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs from SSW.

At 7.07am began coaling ship from wharf, received during watch about 13 tons.

At 7.23am C. Carlson, Chief Gunner's Mate, went under water to scrub ship's bottom, starboard bow.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made time and uniform signals.

Barometer rising.


8am to meridian:

Partly clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from South and SSW.

Coaling ship, having received in all today 68 tons 631 pounds.

J. Murnane, Gunner's Mate Second-class, at work on ship's bottom, forward, down 3½ hours.

Received in Engineer's Department: 150 gallons cylinder oil, from Navy Yard, Mare Island.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, fine weather.

Light breezes from South to SSW.

At 12.35pm sighted U.S.S. "Alert" to seaward.

U.S.S. "Alert" anchored at 1.10pm.

Diver C. Carlson, Chief Gunner's Mate, went down at 1.30pm, remaining 2½ hours.

At 2.40pm U.S.S. "Mohican" went to sea.

Received in Department [of] Supplies and Accounts: 291 pounds sugar from Paymaster W.A. Bacon, U.S. Navy, General Storekeeper, Navy Yard, Mare Island; and 216 pounds fresh meat; and 88¾ pounds fresh vegetables, from North American Commercial Company, Dutch Harbor.

Finished pumping fresh water into boilers.

Coaling ship, received during watch 53 tons.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly clear.

Gentle to moderate breezes from South by West, light at close [of watch].

Engaged coaling ship.

Finished coaling at 5.15pm, total received 142 tons 1883 pounds.

At 5.20pm cast off from dock and stood off under sail to anchorage, anchoring at 5.35pm in 15½ fathoms, with 60 fathoms on starboard chain.

The following men were detailed for duty with the Engineer's force: J. Olsson, Seaman; B. Richardson, Ordinary Seaman; and S.B. Hawley, Landsman.

At 6.30pm U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" signaled for permission to go alongside the coal wharf, which she did a few minutes later.

C. Carlson, Chief Gunner's Mate, was under water, scrubbing ship's bottom, 40 minutes during this watch.

C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, had ¾ hour's extra duty as boat keeper.

Draft of water forward 13 feet 7 inches, aft 15 feet 9 inches.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, overcast, with drizzling rain latter part.

Calms and light airs from SW to West.

Dim moonlight first half hour of watch.

Barometer rising.

Fires in boiler C.


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8 September 1894

At anchor in Dutch Harbor, and at sea, cruising

Lat 54.23, Long -167.03


Midnight to 4am:

Generally cloudy and pleasant, with occasional starlight.

Light airs from SSW, then calm.

At 2.00am started fires in A, B and D boilers.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light variable airs and breezes.

Cleaning ship.

Received in Department [of] Supplies and Accounts: 150 pounds fresh meat; and 88¾ pounds fresh vegetables, and issued same to crew.

Made preparations for sea.

At 7.50am hove up and stood out under [in in log-book] conn of Captain.

At 8.00am put over patent log, reading 40.5.

Draft forward 13 feet 7 inches, aft 15 feet 9 inches.


8am to meridian:

Partly clear first hour, then overcast.

Moderate to light breeze from NW by West to West.

Standing out of Dutch Harbor at beginning of watch under conn of Commanding Officer.

At 9.15am, Cape Cheerful bearing South (magnetic), distant 2½ miles, set course S89°W, log [reading] 62.3.

At 10.10am sighted a sail bearing N67°W, put ship on course N67°W, log [reading] 62.3.

When within 3 miles of sail hoisted international signal "Heave to", and at 11.05am fired a shot across the bows of the schooner "Allie I. Alger", of Seattle.

She then hove to.

Sent Lieutenant Leiper on board as boarding officer, he returned at noon.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 1 common 6-inch shell, unloaded; 1 ordinary charge; and 1 percussion vent-sealing primer.

Average steam 110 [pounds], average revolutions 104.

Assistant Engineer Moritz and Surgeon Lumsden made inspections required by Navy Regulation Circular number 8.

Broke out hold and store rooms for inspection.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NW by West.

Barometer rising.

Sea smooth.

Steaming course S87°W.

At 2.50pm made a sail bearing S55°W and headed for her, patent log [reading] 3.1.

At 3.30pm made her out to be a schooner, close hauled on starboard hook, and sighted four of her boats and canoes sealing.

Hoisted international code signal "J.H." and showed our colors.

At end of watch the schooner was lying to under foresail only, distant one half a mile.

Average steam 110 pounds, average revolutions 106.2.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle to light breezes from NW by West.

Sea smooth.

Standing S55°W (per standard compass) towards a schooner.

At 4.03pm hauled in patent log, reading 17.2.

At 4.05pm stopped and sent boarding officer to the schooner "Ida Etta" of Seattle.

Inspected her and boats returning to her, and found that she was sealing legitimately.

At 5.00pm hoisted boat, and at 5.05pm went ahead on course N88°W (per standard compass), steam alone, 4 boilers.

Saw one seal at beginning of watch.

Lieutenant Leiper completed the weekly inspection called for in Navy Regulations Circular number 8.

At 5.50pm mustered at quarters, followed by setting up exercises.

Average steam pressure 110 pounds, revolutions about 105.

Barometer rising.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Light breezes from NW by West.

Moon came out from bank of clouds at 6.50pm.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 105.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine.

Light breeze from West by South.

Barometer steady.

Steaming course N88°W.

At 10.40pm moon set.

By order of Captain removed the irons from C. Sandrowski, Oiler.

Average hourly revolutions 105.1, 105.2, 105.2, 105.2, average steam 110 [pounds].


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9 September 1894

At sea, cruising

Lat 56.43, Long -172.85


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, pleasant weather, light passing shower third and last hour.

Smooth sea.

Barometer steady.

Course N88°W, under steam in four boilers.

Changed course to N44°W at 2.54am, log reading 26.0.

Average steam 110 [pounds], average revolutions 105.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from WSW and West.

Sea smooth.

Steaming, course N44°W (per standard compass).

Barometer steady.

Average hourly revolutions 105.2, 105, 105.1, 105.6, steam 110 [pounds].


8am to meridian:

Generally cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle breeze from West and West by South.

Sea smooth.

Course N44°W (per standard compass), steam alone, four boilers.

By order of Commanding Officer released from confinement W. Waite, Apprentice Second-class.

At 10.00am mustered at quarters, the Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew.

Then called all hands to muster, read Articles for the Government of the Navy, followed by general muster.

A comparison of the thermometer used for taking the surface temperature with the dry bulb thermometer gave the reading of the former 44° [Fahrenheit], the latter 47¾°.

Set clock back 21 minutes during first hour.

Average hourly revolutions as per column [see weather observations page], average for watch: revolutions 103.5, steam pressure 110 pounds


Meridian to 4pm:

Generally clear and fine.

Gentle breezes from West by South.

At 12.08pm sighted a schooner on port bow and steered for her, course N64°W (per standard compass).

At 12.53pm ran alongside of this schooner.

She proved to be the "Earle" of Victoria, British Columbia.

She had nine boats out sealing.

Her position was: latitude 56°33' N, longitude 173°06' W.

At 12.53pm changed course to N35°W (per standard compass), patent log reading 43.8.

Sea smooth.

Steam in 4 boilers.

Revolutions 106, steam 108 [pounds].

By order of Commanding Officer Assistant Engineer Albert Moritz was suspended from duty for 3 days, for insubordination vis-à-vis the Chief Engineer.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light breeze from West.

Smooth sea.

Steaming course N35°W.

At 5.45pm changed course to N36°E, patent log [reading] 99.0.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters.

Average hourly revolutions 105.5, 108.8, steam 110 [pounds].

At 6.00pm set foresail and staysail.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from WSW.

Smooth sea.

Course N36°E.

Average steam 110 [pounds], average revolutions 110.1.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast.

Gentle breeze from WSW.

Barometer steady.

Sea smooth.

Steaming, course N36°E (per compass).

Average hourly revolutions 105.6, 105.2, 105.5, 105.2, average steam 110 [pounds].


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10 September 1894

At sea, cruising

Lat 58.38, Long -168.72


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Gentle to light breezes from WSW.

Sea smooth.

Course N36°E (per standard compass), steam alone, 4 boilers.

At 2.20am heard a seal bellowing.

Hourly revolutions as per column [see weather observations page], average revolutions 105.1, steam pressure 104.7 [pounds].

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light to gentle breezes from SSW to SW by West.

Course N36°E till 5.55am, when changed course to S75°E, patent log reading 39.4.

At 6.15am set trysail and staysail.

At 7.38am sighted a sail S33°E, took in sail, and headed S33°E, patent log [reading] 59.3.

At 7.52am changed to S36°E, patent log [reading] 61.6.

At end of watch sail proved to be a square-rigged vessel standing to Southward and Eastward.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 105.5.

Saw two seals at 6.00am and one at 7.00am.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, foggy and damp.

Light breeze from West, shifting to SSW and freshening.

Steaming course S36°E.

At 8.13am changed course to S27°E, patent log [reading] 65.5.

At 8.25am passed under stern of whaler "Mars" of San Francisco.

At 8.30am set course S75°E, patent log [reading] 61.5.

By order of Captain G.J. Anderson, Coxswain, was placed in solitary confinement for two days, on full rations, for being drunk on duty August 15th.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and exercised divisions as follows: 1st and 4th [Divisions] great guns; 2nd and Powder [Divisions] single sticks; 3rd [Divisions] and Navigator's [Divisions] small arms; and Marines infantry.

The Captain awarded the following punishments: J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, missing 12.10am muster on September 6, two hours on and two off during day, and when his watch is on at night; W. Allen, Seaman, smoking under forecastle after pipe down, not to smoke for three days.

At 10.30am shut in foggy, lifting at 10.50am.

At 11.30am set clock ahead 15 minutes.

Average hourly revolutions 105, 105.2, 106.5, 108.4, average steam 110 [pounds].


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear first hour, excepting fog for a few minutes, then cloudy.

Gentle breeze to light airs from SSW.

Course S75°E.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, had 2 hours' extra duty, from 12.30pm to 2.30pm, as lookout, part punishment assigned by the Commanding Officer this morning.

The Marine Guard and apprentices had signal drill.

The Quarterly Board of Survey condemned and recommended to be thrown overboard the following provisions in Department [of] Supplies and Accounts, namely: 110 pounds raisins; 13½ pounds canned tomatoes; and 8 pounds butter.

These articles, with the approval of the Commanding Officer, were accordingly thrown overboard.

Saw two seals about 3.30pm.

Average steam 110 pounds, average revolutions 108.1.

Temperature of surface water fell 3° [Fahrenheit] between 12 and 1 o'clock.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SE by South, shifting to SE by East.

Sea smooth.

Barometer falling.

Steaming course S75°E.

At 5.45pm, patent log [reading] 72.2, changed course to S9°E.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, stood extra lookout for one hour.

Average hourly revolutions 108.4 and 108.1, steam 110 [pounds].

Saw 15 seals during this watch.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Gentle breeze from East.

Sea smooth.

Course S90°E (per standard compass) until 6.30pm, when changed to S15°E, patent log [reading] 80.5, steam alone, 4 boilers.

At 7.40pm set foresail and fore staysail.

Average revolutions 108.4, steam pressure 110 pounds.

Barometer falling.


8pm to midnight:

Partly clear and pleasant.

Moderate breezes from East to ENE.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, stood 2 hours' extra lookout.

At 11.50pm slowed to 100 turns by order of Commanding Officer.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 104.9.


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11 September 1894

At sea, cruising, and at anchor Dutch Harbor, Alaska

Lat 55.00, Long -167.07


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast, cloudy and wet.

Moderate to fresh wind in squalls from East by North.

Moderate sea.

Steaming course S10°E.

At 3.00am changed course to S40°W, patent log [reading] 73.2.

At 3.10am took in sail.

Barometer falling steadily, 30.08 to 29.80.

Last hour ship rolling easily, 12° each way.

Average hourly revolutions 96.7, 93.6, 90.6, 97.4, average steam 100.5 [pounds].


4am to 8am:

Overcast and rainy.

Wind in stiff to very fresh squalls from East by North first hour, hauling to East by South at close [of watch].

Foggy last hour.

Falling barometer until 7.00am, when it came to a stand at 29.69.

Moderate sea, made irregular by the succession (generally of three) of steep seas, with crests only about 100 feet apart.

With wind and sea on quarter, ship rolled deeply at times.

After change of course motion irregular and uncomfortable.

Course S40°W.

At 4.50am changed course to S34°E, and varied revolutions of screws from 95 to 60.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, had 2 hours' extra lookout (6.00am to 8.00am), part punishment assigned yesterday by the Commanding Officer.

Average revolutions 78.3, average steam 110 [pounds].


8am to meridian:

Overcast, foggy, drizzling.

Moderate breeze from East and ESE.

Sea moderate.

Barometer falling slowly.

Steaming course S34°E (per standard compass).

At 8.15am increased speed to 70 revolutions.

At 8.30am increased speed to 80 revolutions.

At 9.05am sighted a schooner, the "Decahks" (American), bearing N32°E (per compass).

Increased speed to 85 revolutions.

At 9.10am (patent log [reading] 22.1) changed course to N32°E (per compass), and increased speed to 90 revolutions.

At 9.11am changed course to N15°E (per compass), patent log [reading] 23.1.

On making out name of schooner, changed course to S34°E (per compass), patent log [reading] 24.9, at 9.30am, and increased speed at 9.35am to 95 revolutions.

At 11.26am increased speed to 98 revolutions.

At 11.30am set clock ahead 8 minutes.

At 11.50am got cast in 200 fathoms, no bottom.

At 11.55am sounded in 200 fathoms, no bottom.

Average hourly revolutions 94, 90.6, 95.2, 96.8, steam 110 [pounds].

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, stood 2 hours' extra lookout, by order of the Captain.

Saw four seals during watch.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, with mist and drizzling rain.

Moderate to light Southeasterly breezes.

Moderate, irregular sea from ESE.

Clearing latter part.

Course S34°E (per standard compass), steam alone, 4 boilers.

Revolutions 98 until 3.40pm, when changed to 100, at 3.50pm increased to 108 revolutions.

At 3.47pm changed course to S37°E (per standard compass), log [reading] 86.9, at 3.50pm changed course to SE by E¼E, patent log 87.6.

J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, stood 2 hours' extra lookout, portion of punishment assigned September 10th.

Saw numerous whales first part of watch.

At 3.30pm sounded with 200 fathoms wire out, no bottom.

Average revolutions 99.2, steam pressure 103.5 [pounds].

At 3.40pm made out high land ahead.


4pm to 8pm:

Generally cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light to moderate breezes from SE and ESE.

At beginning of watch standing in towards Dutch Harbor [Captain's Harbor in log-book].

Steering SE by East till 5.15pm, when changed to SE, patent log reading 3.5.

After 6.15pm standing into harbor, running various courses.

At 7.07pm hauled in patent log, reading 25.1.

At 7.00pm exchanged distinguishing lights with U.S.S. "Mohican", and then asked permission to anchor, which was granted.

At 7.15pm anchored near U.S.S. "Mohican" in 16 fathoms water, and veered to 60 fathoms on port chain.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 109.

Banked fires in [boilers] A, B and D, dying out in C.

Saw a schooner standing out of harbor.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, passing shower first hour, then partly clear, moon being visible at times.

Gentle breeze from SSE.


Captain's Harbor is also known as Captain's Bay.


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12 September 1894

At Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.892, Long -166.534


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light variable breeze.

Barometer rising slowly.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy, but pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from South.

Barometer rising.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made general signal, time and uniform 6157, and at 7.55am general signal 776.

C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, and J.T. Bush, Apprentice Second-class, did ½ hour's extra boat duty, portion of punishment assigned August 3rd and August 28th respectively.

At daybreak found U.S.S. "Alert" and H.M.S. "Pheasant" at coal wharf.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Light to gentle breezes from South and South by West.

At 8.45am, having asked permission to get under way from U.S.S. "Mohican", hove in to 45 fathoms, and at 9.00am, U.S.S. "Alert" having hauled out from dock, called unmoor ship and got under way, going alongside coal dock, dropped starboard anchor at 9.25am and veered to 28 fathoms, then hauled into dock by lines.

Commanding Officers of U.S.S. "Alert" and U.S.S. "Mohican" called on board.

Made preparations for coaling.

By order of Commanding Officer released G.J. Anderson, Coxswain, his term of confinement having expired.

Assistant Engineer A. Moritz was restored to duty by order of Commanding Officer.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Gentle West by North breeze.

Barometer rising.

At 1.05pm began coaling ship, receiving during watch 58 tons 360 pounds.

At 2.20pm diver Murnane, [Gunner's Mate Second-class,] went down to continue work on ship's bottom, remaining down 1 hour 40 minutes in this watch.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, light breeze from West by North and WNW.

Barometer rising.

Coaling ship until 6.00pm, took on board during the watch 51 tons 259 pounds, and 109 tons 619 pounds in all during day.

Diver Murnane, [Gunner's Mate Second-class,] came to the surface at 4.12pm.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and misty.

Calm and light Northwesterly airs.

Barometer rising.


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13 September 1894

At Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.892, Long -166.534


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs from NE by East and NNE, then calm.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and damp.

Light variable airs.

At 7.00am commenced coaling ship, received during watch 20 tons 1420 pounds.

C. Carlson, Chief Gunner's Mate, acting as diver cleaning ship's bottom, went down at 7.50am.

At 7.00am U.S.S. "Mohican" made dress signal, excusing this ship.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy.

Gentle breeze from SE by East to SE, calm first hour.

Coaling ship, finished at 11.45am, having received a total of 208 tons 1120 pounds.

Filling boilers with water from hydrant.

The following signals were received from and made to U.S.S. "Mohican": U.S.S. "Mohican" to U.S.S. "Yorktown", "Two sick men will be transferred to your ship for transportation to hospital at Mare Island for treatment"; U.S.S. "Yorktown" to U.S.S. "Mohican", "Request permission to haul out into the stream"; U.S.S. "Mohican" to U.S.S. "Yorktown", "Granted".

C. Carlson, Chief Gunner's Mate, was under water until 11.20am, scrubbing ship's bottom.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, with occasional drizzling rain.

Light to gentle variable breezes.

At 1.00pm hauled out from coal wharf, and at 1.25pm anchored off U.S.S. "Mohican's" quarter in 17½ fathoms, with 60 fathoms on starboard chain.

At 2.00pm J. Murnane, Gunner's Mate Second-class, went under water, scrubbing ship's bottom, starboard waist, and remained down during rest of watch.

Received a bag of mail from the "Bertha".

Received on board 4 barrels of oil (lubricating), which had been stored in North American Commercial Company's warehouse, Dutch Harbor.

The following wigwag signal was received from U.S.S. "Mohican": "Is report of accident to valve chest casing with tracing on board this ship to be sent to Department or did you report from Sitka, signed Clark".

U.S.S. "Yorktown" answered: "I did not report at Sitka and trust you will see fit to forward my report with tracing, signed Folger".

The guard frame to port quarter lifebuoy was bent, by ship swinging against wharf while getting under way.

Barometer falling.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, drizzling last hour.

Gentle breeze from SSE to ESE.

J. Murnane, Gunner's Mate Second-class, was under water until 5.10pm.

Received the following named men from U.S.S. "Mohican" for transfer to Naval Hospital, Mare Island, for treatment, namely: W.H. McHugh, Seaman, and K.L. Garner, Seaman, with necessary papers and effects.

A large four-masted steam schooner came in and passed up to Iliuliuk.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, rainy and wet.

Light to strong wind in squalls from ESE to ENE.

Barometer falling.

At 8.30pm let go port anchor in 17½ fathoms water, veering to 75 [fathoms] on starboard chain and 30 on port.


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14 September 1894

At Dutch Harbor, Unalaska

Lat 53.89, Long -166.53


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and rainy, occasional stiff squalls from ENE to NE by East.

Barometer steady last part of watch.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, drizzling rain occasionally.

Moderate to stiff breeze from NE by East and NE by North.

Barometer rising.

Got up port anchor and hove in to 60 fathoms on starboard chain.

U.S.S. "Ranger" came into port and anchored.

U.S.S. "Ranger" and U.S.S. "Mohican" exchanged distinguishing pennants and U.S.S. "Ranger" signaled interrogatory "Permission to anchor", U.S.S. "Mohican" signaled "Granted".

U.S.S. "Mohican" signaled to U.S.S. "Yorktown" by visual code "Has your dinghy returned?", U.S.S. "Yorktown" answered "Yes! Officers all right".

U.S.S. "Mohican" signaled "Act guard ship today".

Tried starboard lifebuoy and found it worked well.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and misty, with fog.

Light airs and breezes, shifting from North to West.

C. Carlson, Chief Gunner's Mate, employed 3 hours 10 minutes as diver, scrubbing ship's bottom, starboard waist.

R.E.L. Garcin, Yeoman, reported the expiration of his term of enlistment.

At 9.30am made sick report numeral 3.

Overhauled port quarter lifebuoy and found it in working order.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Ranger" visited this ship.

F.H. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class, did ¾ hour's extra boat duty, portion of punishment assigned May 3rd.

Scraping and cleaning under flying deck in berth deck passages, forward magazine, and in Paymaster's store rooms aft, below protective deck.

Barometer rising.

By order of Commanding Officer W.B. Reeves, Seaman, was placed in solitary confinement for two days, full rations, for being noisy and profane on board ship, August 15.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light Northeasterly breezes.

Barometer rising.

At 1.15pm U.S.S. "Mohican" made telegraphic [signal]: 0102, 4204, 1137, 9319, 3821, 4390, 2.

Painting over red-lead spots outside.

Cleaned and painted Paymaster's store rooms, starboard side of steerage country.

At 3.30pm flagship made [signal] 2987, in obedience to which piped down clothes.

Kinnier, Apprentice, served ½ hour's extra duty as boat keeper.

Diver Murnane, [Gunner's Mate Second-class,] went down at 1.25pm, remaining down 2 hours 35 minutes in this watch.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and damp.

Light breeze from WNW, followed by calm.

Barometer rising.

At 4.32pm diver Murnane, [Gunner's Mate Second-class,] came to the surface.

At 5.45pm mustered crew at quarters and exercised at setting up drill.

Secured boats, except steam launch, for sea.

U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" came into port.


8pm to midnight:

Generally cloudy, pleasant weather.

Calm and light airs from NW, falling light and coming out from NE and North.

Barometer steady.


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15 September 1894

At anchor Dutch Harbor, and at sea, making passage to San Francisco

Lat 54.33, Long -165.28


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy, but pleasant, dim moonlight.

Light breeze from East, calm last hour.

At midnight started fires in A, B and D boilers.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, dense fog hanging low and in streaks.

Calm and light airs from NE by East.

At 6.00am, having asked permission from U.S.S. "Mohican" by signal, got under way and stood out of Unalaska Harbor under conn of Navigator, put over patent log at 6.10am, reading 25.1.

At 6.50am Priest Rock abeam, patent log [reading] 33.6.

At 7.10am changed course to N19°E, patent log reading 35.6.

The tender of whaling fleet, "Jeanie", stood out of harbor at 4.45am, and was passed by this vessel at 6.40am.

U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" went into coal dock at 6.10am.

Steam in 4 boilers.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 107.

Draft 13 feet 10 inches [forward], 16 feet 4 inches [aft].


8am to meridian:

Overcast, foggy and damp.

Calm and NW airs.

Barometer falling slightly.

Steaming course N19°E, under 4 boilers.

At 8.20am sighted North Head of Akutan [Island] on starboard quarter.

At 8.34am changed course to N60°E, patent log [reading] 52.

At 9.05am sighted North end of Akun [Island] bearing N71°E.

At 9.22am North Head of Akun [Island] bore N79°E, patent log [reading] 61.5.

At 9.51am North Head abeam, distant about 2½ miles, patent log [reading] 67.2.

At 9.56am changed course to N69°E, patent log [reading] 68.1.

Fog lifting at intervals, at 11.15 lifted sufficiently to sight Breed Island and Tigalda [Island], the latter bearing S45°E.

In attempting to get a cast, lost a 25-pound lead and 195 turns of wire.

At 11.30am set clock ahead 7 minutes.

Lieutenant Bush, Assistant Engineer Moritz and Surgeon Lumsden made weekly inspection of hull and sanitary conditions.

At end of watch West end of Tigalda [Island] bore South.

Average hourly revolutions 110.6, 110.4, 99.2, 104.3, steam 110 [pounds].


Meridian to 4pm:

Foggy weather, clearing somewhat at intervals, when land was visible.

Light breeze from West and SW by South.

Steaming to Eastward through Unimak Pass first part of watch.

Course N69°E.

At 12.50pm changed course to N88°E, log [reading] 98.

At 1.28pm sighted a point of land on Unamak Island bearing N30°E, magnetic.

At 1.30pm changed course to S64°E (log [reading] 6.0).

At this time fog had cleared sufficiently to show South shore of Unamak Island.

At 1.50pm sighted Unamak Island, South end bearing S41°W.

Last saw Unamak Island at 3.30pm, when it bore S75°W.

Saw a number of whales.

Average steam 108 [pounds], average revolutions 107.2.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, damp.

Light breeze from South by West.

Barometer falling.

Sea smooth, with ground swell.

Steaming course S64°E.

At 5.33pm, patent log [reading] 51.9, changed course to East (per compass).

By order of Commanding Officer C.E. Sandrowski, Oiler, was released from confinement and made a prisoner at large.

Average revolutions 105.3, steam 110 [pounds].

At 5.45pm mustered crew at quarters.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, drizzling rain last hour.

Light breeze and airs from South by West.

Course East (per standard compass), steam alone, 4 boilers.

Average revolutions 105, steam pressure 108 pounds.

Ship rolling at intervals to light Southwesterly ground swell.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, with occasional drizzle.

Light to gentle breezes from SSE and South.

At 11.00pm set fore trysail and fore staysail.

Steam 108 [pounds], revolutions 105.


North Head of Akun Island is also known as Akun Head.

Breed Island is also known as Tanginak Island.


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16 September 1894

At sea, making passage from Dutch Harbor to San Francisco, California

Lat 52.70, Long -158.23


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and drizzling.

Gentle breezes and light airs from South.

Barometer steady.

Steam and sail, course East.

At 3.40am took in sail.

Average hourly revolutions 105, 105.4, 105.3, 105.4, average steam 110 [pounds].


4am to 8am:

Overcast, drizzling, light airs from South.

Light swell from SW.

Course East.

Average steam 110 [pounds], average revolutions 105.

Barometer steady, 29.77.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, rainy in first hour.

Light breeze from NW.

Barometer starting to rise slowly.

Sea smooth, with long swell from SSW.

Steaming course East (per compass).

Average steam 108 [pounds], revolutions 105.

By order of Captain W.B. Reeves, Seaman, was released from confinement and restored to duty, and R. Homes, Seaman, was placed in solitary confinement on full ration for two days, offense "tight on duty".

At 11.15am set clock ahead 30 minutes.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from WNW and West by North.

Course East (per standard compass).

At 12.05pm changed course to S88°E (per compass), patent log [reading] 56.7.

Steam alone, 4 boilers, coal allowance 30 tons per diem [diam in log-book], until 3.00pm, when set foresail and increased coal allowance to 34 tons.

Ship rolling easily at intervals to a light Southwesterly swell.

Average revolutions 105.5, steam pressure 110 pounds.

Barometer steady.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy first hour, then clearing.

Light breezes from West by North.

Sea smooth, long swell.

Four boilers.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 112.

Barometer rising.

Evening quarters and setting up drill at 5.45pm.


6pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light West by North breeze.

Barometer rising slightly.

Steam and foresail, course S88°E.

At 7.00pm took in foresail.

At 6.45pm moon rose.

Average hourly revolutions 117.3, 115.3, steam 110 [pounds].


8pm to midnight:

Pleasant, cloudy weather, moon visible at times.

Light to moderate breeze from WSW.

Course S88°E.

At 9.00pm set fore trysail.

Average steam 108 [pounds], revolutions 106.3.


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17 September 1894

At sea, making passage from Dutch Harbor to San Francisco

Lat 50.92, Long -151.15


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, light passing shower in last hour.

Moderate breeze from West, shifting to WSW.

Barometer rising.

Sea moderate.

Steaming, fore trysail set.

At 3.55am set fore staysail.

Course S88°E.

Average revolutions, hourly, 105.5, 108, 107.4, 107.6, steam 110 [pounds].


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather, cloudy latter part.

Moderate to stiff breezes from WSW and West by South.

Ship rolling deeply at times to a moderate sea from WSW.

Course S88°E (per standard compass), steaming with four boilers, 30 tons coal per diem, with fore trysail and foresail set.

At 8.10am set main trysail, winged out on foremast.

Average revolutions 107.2, steam pressure 110 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate to stiff breezes from WSW to SW.

At 9.30am had quarters, setting up drill, aiming drill and the divisional drill as follows: 1st and 4th [Divisions] great guns; 2nd and Powder [Divisions] single sticks; 3rd and Navigator's [Divisions] small arms; and Marines infantry.

At 11.20am set deck clock ahead 30 minutes.

At 8.05am hauled down fore topmast staysail.

At 9.00am set staysail and took in main trysail.

At 10.15am set main trysail and hauled down staysail.

Steam 106 [pounds], revolutions 106.5.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Fresh SW by West breeze.

Moderate sea and swell.

Steam and sail, course S88°E.

Ship rolling easily, ten rolls to the minute and averaging 12° each way, maximum roll 20° to port, 19° to starboard.

Finished overhauling chains and cleaning chain lockers.

Shifted 1st and 7th shots of port bower chain.

Exercised apprentices at signals.

J.A. Anderson, Apprentice Second-class, stood 3 hours' extra lookout duty.

Quarterly Hull Board inspected chain lockers.

Average hourly revolutions 106.8, 108, 108, 108, steam 110 [pounds].


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate breeze from SW by South to SSW.

Ship rolling deeply at times.

Course S85°E.

Mustered at quarters and had setting up exercises.

Average steam 110 [pounds], average revolutions 107.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Moderate to stiff breeze from SSW.

Barometer rising.

Sea moderate.

Steaming course S85°E (per compass).

Average steam 110 [pounds], hourly revolutions 108 and 108.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, but pleasant, dim moonlight.

Stiff to fresh breezes from SSW.

Course S85°E (per standard compass), steaming under four boilers, with fore staysail and trysail set.

At 11.53pm changed course to S80°E (per standard compass), patent log [reading] 67.3.

Ship rolling deeply to leeward at intervals, to a moderate Southwesterly sea.

Average revolutions 106.5, steam pressure 105.5 pounds.

Barometer steady.

Tested searchlight and Ardois signals and found them in working order.


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18 September 1894

At sea, making passage from Dutch Harbor to San Francisco

Lat 48.77, Long -144.73


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, obscure moonlight, breaking through occasional rifts.

Stiff to fresh breezes from SSW.

Moderate sea, ship rolling easily.

Under staysail and foresail, steam in 4 boilers.

Revolutions 107.3, steam 110 [pounds].

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and generally pleasant, light rain squalls last half of watch.

Fresh wind and moderate sea from SSW to South by West.

Barometer rising.

Steam and sail, course S80°E.

At 5.45am changed course to S85°E, patent log [reading] 35.4.

Ship rolling easily, 5° to starboard, 8° to port.

Average hourly revolutions 105.1, 107.3, 107.8, 106.5, average steam 110 [pounds].


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate to stiff breeze from SSW.

Course S85°E.

Average steam 105.5 [pounds], revolutions 103.9.

R. Homes, Seaman, was released from confinement.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy.

Moderate breeze from SSW.

Barometer steady.

Sea moderate.

Steaming, fore staysail and fore trysail set, course S85°E (per compass).

At 12.09pm changed course to S79°E (per compass).

At 3.45pm reduced revolutions to 100 on account of racing of propellers.

Hourly revolutions 103.8, 105, 105, 103.7, steam 110 [pounds].

Gave Marine Guard instruction in signals.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, with passing showers.

Moderate to stiff breezes from SSW.

Course S79°E (per standard compass), steaming with four boilers, fore staysail and trysail set.

Ship rolling 17° to port and 15° starboard at intervals to moderate Southwesterly sea.

Average revolutions 100, steam pressure 110 pounds.

Barometer rising.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and misty.

Light breezes from West.

At 6.45pm took in sail.

At 6.45pm increased revolutions to 105.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 104.

Barometer rising rapidly.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast first hour, then clear and fine, with bright moonlight.

Light WSW breezes.

Smooth sea and long swell from WSW.

Steaming course S79°E.

Barometer rising slowly.

Average hourly revolutions 105.1, 105, 105, 105, steam 107.5 [pounds].


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19 September 1894

At sea, making passage from Dutch Harbor to San Francisco, California

Lat 46.28, Long -138.88


Midnight to 4am:

Pleasant weather, bright moon and starlight at times.

Gentle to light breeze from WSW.

Course S79°E.

Average steam 110 [pounds], average revolutions 105.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant weather.

Gentle to moderate breeze from WSW, shifting to SW by West.

Barometer rising.

Sea smooth, with long swell from WSW.

Steaming course S79°E (per compass).

Average hourly revolutions 104.8, 106.1, 107.1, 107.5, steam 110 [pounds].

At 7.15am set fore staysail and fore trysail.


8am to meridian:

Pleasant weather.

Moderate breezes from SW and SW by South.

Light Southwesterly swell.

Course S79°E (per standard compass), four boilers, coal allowance 30 tons per diem, at 9.30am increased coal allowance to 34 tons, fore staysail and trysail set.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, had setting up exercises, aiming drill and drilled divisions as follows: 1st and 4th [Divisions] single sticks; 2nd and Powder [Divisions] small arms; 3rd and Navigator's [Divisions] great guns; and Marines infantry.

Scraped and red-leaded bower anchors.

Overhauled training gear of port midship 6-inch breech loading rifle.

At 11.25am set clock ahead 25 minutes.

Average revolutions 107.5 steam, 103.7 pounds.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather.

Moderate to stiff breezes from SW by South to SSW.

Exercised apprentices in signals.

Under steam in four boilers, fore trysail and staysail.

Revolutions 108, steam 110 [pounds].

At 12.08pm changed course to S78°E.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy.

Moderate to fresh wind from South by West.

Barometer steady.

Steam and sail, course S78°E.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters.

Average hourly revolutions 106.3, 108, steam 110 [pounds].


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, pleasant weather.

Moderate to stiff breeze from SSW.

Average steam 110 [pounds], average revolutions 108.

Course S78°E, under four boilers, fore trysail and fore staysail.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast.

Stiff breeze from SSW.

Moderate sea.

Barometer rising slowly.

Steaming course S78°E (per compass), fore staysail and fore trysail set.

Average hourly revolutions 107.5, 108.2, 106.1, 105, steam 105.5 [pounds].


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20 September 1894

At sea, making passage from Dutch Harbor to San Francisco

Lat 43.77, Long -133.23


Midnight to 4am:

Generally overcast, misty and damp, during latter part clearing at intervals, with bright starlight and moonlight.

Stiff breeze from SW by South.

Light Southwesterly swell.

Course S78°E per standard compass, steaming under four boilers, with fore staysail and trysail set.

Average revolutions 105, steam pressure 110 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather, misty and damp at times.

Moderate to stiff breezes from SW by South.

Steam in four boilers, fore trysail and staysail set.

At 7.00am set main trysail on foremast.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 105.

Barometer rising.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant first half, then foggy and damp.

Moderate SW by West breeze.

Barometer steady.

Steam and sail, course S78°E.

At 9.00am sighted a bark standing to Northward.

At 9.30am exercised at general quarters.

Divisions ready as follows: 1st [Division] 8 minutes 30 seconds; 2nd [Division] 4 minutes 15 seconds; 3rd [Division] 5 minutes 42 seconds; 4th [Division] 3 minutes 20 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 1 minute 45 seconds; Powder [Division] 2 minutes 27 seconds; and Marines 1 minute 55 seconds.

Secured at 9.46am: 1st Division 3 minutes 32 seconds; 2nd [Division] 1 minute 55 seconds; 3rd [Division] 2 minutes 42 seconds; 4th [Division] 1 minute 57 seconds; Navigator's [Division] 0 minutes 47 seconds; Powder [Division] 1 minute 50 seconds; and Marines 1 minute 15 seconds.

At 9.55am exercised at arm and away, ready as follows: 1st cutter 6 minutes 55 seconds; 2nd cutter 6 minutes 45 seconds; whaleboat 6 minutes 0 seconds; gig 5 minutes 27 seconds; sailing launch 4 minutes 31 seconds; and steam launch 4 minutes 30 seconds.

Secured: 1st cutter 2 minutes 0 seconds; 2nd cutter 2 minutes 15 seconds; whaleboat 3 minutes 10 seconds; gig 2 minutes 30 seconds; sailing launch 2 minutes 12 seconds; steam launch 2 minutes 45 seconds.

Tested flood cocks.

J.V. Lindberg, Jack of the Dust, reported expiration of term of enlistment.

Quarterly Board met in presence of Captain and inspected accounts of Paymaster E.B. Webster.

Average hourly revolutions 107.9, 110, 110, 109.8, steam 105.5 [pounds].

At 11.25am set clock ahead 25 minutes.

At 11.00am sighted a three-masted schooner standing to Northward.


Meridian to 4pm:

Pleasant weather, light passing showers.

Moderate breeze from SW by West to West by South.

Under steam in four boilers and sail forward.

At 12.07pm changed course to S71°E, log [reading] 52.2.

At 3.10pm hauled down fore staysail.

Served out clothing and small stores.

Apprentices received instruction in signaling.

Average steam 110 [pounds], average revolutions 110.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, light passing showers.

Moderate breeze from West by South.

Moderate sea.

Barometer steady.

Steaming, foresail and mainsail as studding sails set forward, course S71°E (per compass).

Average hourly revolutions 110.1, 110.1, steam 110 [pounds].

At 5.45pm mustered crew at quarters and had setting up exercise.


6pm to 8pm:

Generally overcast, misty and damp, clearing overhead at intervals, with bright starlight.

Light Westerly swell.

Course S71°E (per standard compass), same sail as preceding watch.

Average revolutions 110, steam pressure 110 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Partially cloudy, but pleasant weather, damp and misty at times, occasional moonlight.

Light to gentle breezes from West by South, hauling to West by North.

At 8.45pm hauled in patent log for 8 minutes to tighten a screw.

At 8.20pm took in mainsail.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 110.

Barometer steady.


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21 September 1894

At sea, making passage from Dutch Harbor to San Francisco, California

Lat 40.80, Long -128.10


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light WNW breeze.

Long swell.

Bright moonlight.

Foresail and steam, course S71°E.

At 12.40am took in foresail, setting it again at 3.40am.

Average hourly revolutions 110, 110, 110, 110, average steam 110 [pounds].


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather, light drizzle at times.

Gentle breeze from WNW.

Long swell, ship steering badly.

At 5.00am took in fore trysail, and set it again at 7.50am, also fore staysail.

Course S71°E.

Average steam 110 [pounds], average revolutions 110.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, passing showers.

Gentle to moderate breeze from WNW.

Barometer steady.

Long swell from NW.

Steaming course S71°E (per compass), sail set forward.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters and exercised divisions as follows: 1st and 4th [Divisions] small arms; 2nd and Powder [Divisions] great guns; 3rd and Navigator's [Divisions] single sticks; and Marines infantry.

Average hourly revolutions 110, 110, 110, 100, steam 108 [pounds].

At 11.24am set clock ahead 26 minutes.

At 11.55am made a sail from aloft bearing 1 point off port bow and standing to Southward.

By order of Captain the following named men were placed in charge of a sentry to await investigation for fighting: J. Sharp, Seaman, W. Waite, Apprentice Second-class, J. Cormody, Apprentice Second-class, and G. Coulter, Apprentice First-class.


Meridian to 4pm:

Generally overcast, misty and damp, clearing at intervals.

Moderate to stiff breezes from NNW and North by West.

Moderate sea from NW.

Course S71°E until 12.10pm, when changed to S72°E (per standard compass), log [reading] 26.6.

Steaming under four boilers, with fore staysail, fore trysail and main trysail winged out on foremast.

At 4.00pm took in latter sail.

Exercised apprentices, coxswains and Marines at signal drill.

At 2.30pm lost sight of sail bearing SW (per standard compass).

Painting steam launch, 1st cutter and gig.

Barometer falling.

Average revolutions 110, steam pressure 110 pounds.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, misty and damp first hour, then clearing.

Moderate to fresh breezes from NNW and North by West.

Moderate sea, increasing slightly.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 110.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate North by West breeze.

Steam and sail, course S72°E.

Barometer steady.

Average hourly revolutions 110, 104.7, average steam 110 [pounds].


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Wind in stiff to very fresh squalls from North by West.

Course S72°E, at 8.10pm changed to S74°E.

At 8.30pm took in all sail.

At 11.45pm slowed to 90 revolutions.

Average steam 108 [pounds], average revolutions 99.1.

Ship rolling deeply, sea rough at times.

Moon rose at 8.55pm.


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22 September 1894

At sea, making passage from Dutch Harbor to San Francisco, California

Lat 38.98, Long -124.58


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, pleasant weather.

Stiff breeze with fresh squalls from North by West.

Barometer falling.

Sea rough.

Steaming course S74°E.

Average revolutions hourly 90.1, 90, 90, 90, steam 110 [pounds].


4am to 8am:

Clear, moderate gale from NNW.

Rough sea.

Course S74°E (per standard compass) until 4.55am, when hove to.

During rest of watch ship heading from NNE to North (per compass), revolutions of engines port 35, starboard 50 to 58.

Average steam pressure 110 pounds.

During last three hours ship drifting ESE, about ¼ knot per hour.

Barometer rising.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Stiff to fresh breezes from NNW.

Weekly inspection of [in in log-book] hull made by Assistant Engineer A. Moritz, Lieutenant W.G. Cutler and Surgeon G.P. Lumsden.

Lying to, heading North and N¼W, with 30 to 35 turns on port engine and 50 to 55 on starboard engine.

Banked one fire in each boiler.

Steam 110 [pounds].


Meridian to 4pm:

Hazy, fine weather.

Fresh to strong wind in puffs from NNW.

Barometer falling slightly.

Moderately rough sea.

Steaming at an average of 34.4 [revolutions] on port engine, 53.6 on starboard, heading North and N¼W.

Sighted two three-masted schooners standing to Southeastward during watch.

Many whales in sight.


4pm to 6pm:

Weather fine and hazy.

Stiff squalls first hour from NNW, moderate breeze at close [of watch].

At 4.52pm put ship on course S63°E (log [reading] 34.2) and started ahead making 65 revolutions.

At end of watch sighted a schooner standing to the Southward.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions from 4.00pm to 5.00pm 56.2 starboard and 36.2 port, 2nd hour both engines 65.

Had evening quarters and setting up drill.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear sky, light mist.

Gentle breeze from NNW.

Barometer steady.

Moderate sea.

Steaming course S63°E.

Average revolutions hourly 65, 71.7, steam 108 [pounds].


8pm to midnight [again 6pm to 8pm in log-book]:

Fine weather, bright starlight, heavy dew, hazy around horizon.

Light breezes and airs from NNW.

Course S63°E (per standard compass), steam alone, 4 boilers.

Revolutions 72.

At 8.10pm reduced to 70 revolutions, at 9.30pm reduced to 65 revolutions.

Ship rolling easily at times to a light Northwesterly swell.

At 11.15pm moon rose.

Average revolutions for watch 67.1, steam pressure 110 pounds.


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23 September 1894

At sea, and at anchor Drakes Bay

Lat 38.01, Long -122.93


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Calm and light airs from SE.

Steam 110 [pounds], revolutions 65.

At 3.30am stopped ship and sounded, bottom at about 65 fathoms, mud.

Passed a schooner at 2.30am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, with light haze over the land first half, then foggy and damp.

Light Southerly and Southeasterly breezes.

Steaming course S63°E.

At 4.35am sighted Point Reyes light bearing S70°E.

At 5.00am changed course to S50°E, patent log [reading] 23.7.

At 5.30am Point Reyes light abeam, distant 2.3 miles, changed course to East by South, patent log [reading] 29.4.

At 5.48am work at entrance to Drakes Bay abeam, distant 2.9 miles.

At 6.09am changed course to E½S, patent log [reading] 37.5.

At 6.16am shut in dense fog.

At 6.25am, patent log [reading] 40.4, changed course to N42°W and ran for an anchorage in Drakes Bay.

At 7.25am came to with port anchor in 10 fathoms, veering to 34.

Lost a sounding lead and 25 fathoms wire.

Banked fires.

Draft 12 feet 3 inches forward, 15 feet 6 inches aft.

Got up Gatlings and 1-pounder [gun].


8am to meridian:

Foggy.

Light SE breeze.

Kept circulating pumps going in readiness to get under way.


Meridian to 4pm:

Foggy, began to brighten up at 2.00pm.

Light to gentle breeze from SE.

Barometer falling.

Mounted the two 3-pounder Hotchkiss and two 6-pounder Hotchkiss [guns].

At 3.40pm started to heave in chain, and at 3.45pm started ahead slow, put over patent log, reading 46.7.

Draft of ship 12 feet 3 inches forward and 15 feet 6 inches aft.

Increased speed to 100 revolutions.

Course S65°E.


4pm to 6pm:

Foggy.

Light breezes from SE and South.

Standing to the Southward and Eastward from Drakes Bay into North Channel, towards Point Bonita, Commanding Officer conning ship.

Running at various speeds and courses from buoy to buoy and sounding continuously.

At end of watch ship entering North Channel, red buoy on end of Four Fathom Bank close aboard.

Barometer steady.

Light Northwesterly swell.


6pm to 8pm:

Foggy.

Light airs and breezes from South and SE.

At 6.00pm steering N88°E.

At 6.20pm, having made channel buoys of Bonita Point, steered NNW¾W.

At 6.50pm hauled in patent log, reading 76.6, and at 6.53pm anchored near red channel buoy in 12 fathoms water, veering to 50 fathoms on port chain.

Banked fires.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy and misty.

Light SSW breeze.

Barometer falling slightly.

Ebb tide.


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24 September 1894

At sea, and at anchor San Francisco harbor and at Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 37.88, Long -122.40 [Estimated position]


Midnight to 4am:

Fog clearing during watch to Southward and Eastward.

Gentle to light breezes from WSW to SW.

[Point] Bonita light in sight during entire watch.

At end of watch city lights visible.

At 3.30am sighted a steamer's lights standing in for port.

Swung to flood during first hour.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and misty.

Light breeze from SW by South and SW.

Barometer rising.

At 5.24am started to get up anchor, and at 5.30am started ahead.

Put over patent log, reading 76.6.

Captain conning ship into Golden Gate.

At 6.45am came to anchor in the harbor of San Francisco with starboard anchor, forty fathoms chain, in ten and one quarter fathoms water.

Bearings (magnetic) as follows: North tangent Yerba Buena NE¾N, Alcatraz Island WNW¼N.

Exchanged numbers with U.S.S. "Thetis" at anchor in harbor.

An officer from U.S.S. "Thetis" called officially.

Draft of ship 11 feet 10 inches forward, 15 feet 6 inches aft.

By order of Captain C.E. Sandrowski, Oiler, prisoner at large, was placed in sentry's charge.


8am to meridian:

Foggy at first, clearing latter part.

Light to moderate breezes from SW and WSW.

Boarding officers from U.S.S. "Thetis" and U.S.R.C. "Rush" visited the ship, which visits were returned by an officer from this vessel.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, followed by setting up exercises and aiming drill.

Crew scrubbing rust spots, et cetera, outside.

Sent a special liberty party of men ashore.

At 10.00am called all hands to muster, published the proceedings of a Summary Court Martial in the case of C.E. Sandrowski, Oiler, who in accordance therewith was this day discharged from the Naval Service with a bad conduct discharge.

By order of the Commanding Officer released from confinement G.E. Coulter, Apprentice First-class.

Received in Paymaster's Department from Bay City Meat Company, San Francisco, and issued to crew: 91¼ pounds each of fresh beef and vegetables; and 73 pounds fresh bread.

At 11.00am got under way and stood up the bay towards Mare Island, the Commanding Officer conning ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine.

Moderate to gentle breezes from SSW.

Standing up San Pablo Bay to Mare Island under conn of Captain.

At 2.00pm rounded point [of Mare Island] and hoisted number, U.S.S. "Bennington", U.S.S. "Philadelphia" and U.S.S. "Independence" following.

Having been granted permission by U.S.S. "Philadelphia", saluted Commander-in-Chief.

Expended 15 6-pounder saluting charges.

At 3.00pm went alongside engineering wharf and secured ship.

Commanding Officer paid official visit to Commandant.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate to light breezes from SSW.

Flood tide.

At 5.40pm mustered at quarters and had setting up exercises.

Received $2,600 in Department of Supplies and Accounts from United States Sub Treasury, San Francisco.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle breezes from SW.


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25 September 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.094, Long -122.262


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light SW breeze.


4am to 8am:

Pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from WNW and West.

Barometer rising.

Ebb tide until 5.00am, flood tide from 5.30am during rest of watch.

H.R. Barker, Apprentice Second-class, under charge of Master-at-Arms to await investigation by Commanding Officer, for refusing to obey orders of the Officer of the Deck.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, then clear and warm.

Light SW by South breeze.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

At 9.00am sent a large liberty party on shore.

Received an official visit from Captain of U.S.S. "Independence".

Commander McCalla and Naval Constructor Armistead inspected ship, crew engaged in breaking out for said inspection.

Getting up the shot, canisters and shrapnel received as ballast.

By order of Captain released J. Sharp, Seaman, and J.J. Cormody, Apprentice, from confinement.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm, light airs to light breeze from South by West.

Engaged breaking out holds for inspection of Naval Constructor.

Transferred for treatment to U.S. Naval hospital: K.L. Garner, Seaman; and W.H. McHugh, Seaman.

Naval Constructor Armistead and Chief Engineer Kutz were on board on inspection duty.

Acting Rear Admiral Beardslee made an official visit to this ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Naval Constructor Armistead continued hull inspection.

Quarterly Hull Board began its inspection.

Received an official visit from Captain of U.S.S. "Philadelphia".

Got up sheet anchor out of fore hold.

By order of Captain placed H.R. Barker, Apprentice, in solitary confinement for five days, for refusing to obey an order.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from WNW to WSW.


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26 September 1894

[At] Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.094, Long -122.262


Midnight to 4am:

Clear at beginning of watch, but becoming cloudy and overcast.

Light breeze from WSW.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light SSW breeze.

Breaking out sail rooms.

Got sheet anchor on quarterdeck.

Assistant Engineer Moritz left ship on one week's leave.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from General Storekeeper, Navy Yard, Mare Island: 87½ pounds fresh beef; 87½ pounds fresh vegetables; and from M. Smith Vallejo 82 pounds fresh bread; and issued same to crew.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light SSW breeze.

Engaged breaking out hold for inspection.

The Naval Constructor and his foreman inspecting ship's hull, the Quarterly Inspection Board also making their inspection.

8 workmen aboard from Department of Steam Engineering.

The Commanding Officer visited officially U.S.S. "Adams".


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze from SW.

Barometer falling slowly

Representatives of Board of Inspection on ship inspecting the ship's condition.

Received in Supplies and Accounts $4000 from Vallejo Commercial Bank.

Discharged David Bolger, Blacksmith, with ordinary discharge, his term of enlistment having expired.

Crew engaged in breaking out and restowing such store rooms as necessary to enable the Board of Inspection to prosecute its work.

Transferred to the General Storekeeper of the yard: 141 9-inch shot; 38 9-inch canisters; 38 60-pounder shot; 47 9-inch grape [shot]; and 3 8-inch canisters.

5 machinists and 3 helpers from Navy Yard at work in engine room.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather, wind in stiff to fresh squalls from SW by West.

Had evening quarters and setting up drill.

J. Murnane, Gunner's Mate Second-class, absent without leave.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze from SW, shifting to NNW and to SW by West.

Barometer steady.


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27 September 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.094, Long -122.262


Midnight to 4am:

Bright starlight, fine cool weather.

Light airs and breezes from SW by West to NW by West.

Tide running strong ebb during watch.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from NW by West to WNW.

Engaged stowing fore hold and Paymaster's store rooms forward, and breaking out after fixed ammunition room and torpedo room.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light to gentle breeze from West and WNW.

Barometer falling.

Representatives of Board of Inspection of Ship inspecting ship.

Five machinists and three helpers from Navy Yard at work in engine room.

Crew engaged in cleaning out fixed ammunition rooms and scrubbing spars.

Sent Marine Guard on shore to exercise with Marine Guard of the yard.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine, clear weather.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SW by West and WSW.

Slack high water until 12.40pm, ebb tide during rest of watch.

Scrubbing masts, ventilators and davits.

A Board of Survey, of which Lieutenant W.E. Sewell [Sewall in log-book], U.S. Navy, is senior member, met to survey certain Equipment [Department] exempted articles.

The following men returned aboard over time from liberty: A.A. Nordstrom, Seaman, and Hassler, Apprentice First-class, 3 hours; A.E. Lowe, Gunner's Mate First-class, 3¼ hours.

The Commanding Officer awarded the following punishment (as per list [below]).

5 machinists and 3 helpers from the Steam Engineering Department of yard at work on board.

Sent a liberty party of men ashore.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Light to moderate breeze from WSW.

Barometer steady.

At 5.45pm mustered crew at quarters, absentees as follows: W. Sharp, Seaman, F. Lynch, Ordinary Seaman, J.T. Bush, Apprentice Second-class, H.J. Gibbons, Landsman, J. Murray, Coal Passer.

J.W. Thornton, Private Marine, E.J. Colvell, Apprentice Second-class, S.B. Hawley, Landsman, A. Smith, Seaman, [R.] Wilson, Gunner's Mate Second-class, returned on board 9½ hours over time.

S. Jorna, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class, and J.J. Cormody [Carmedy in log-book], Apprentice Second-class, returned on board 9¾ hours over time.

T.C. Lamparter, Second-class Fireman, and H. Myles, Coal Passer, returned on board 7 hours over time.

Commander W.M. Folger, U.S. Navy, left the ship on leave of absence.


8pm to midnight:

Bright starlight, fine weather.

Gentle to light breezes from SW by West

Flood tide.


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September 24th: A. Hasler, Seaman Apprentice First-class, and S.B. Hawley, Landsman, shirking on the dock, reduced to 2nd conduct class, Lash [?] days liberty.

September 25th: R.H. Barker, Apprentice Second-class, refusing to obey the order of Officer of Deck, 5 days' solitary confinement.

September 25th: J.T. Bush, Apprentice Second-class, and D. Hollingsworth, Apprentice Second-class, neglecting gun bright work, 6 hours' extra duty.


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28 September 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.094, Long -122.262


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and fine.

Light airs and breezes from SW by West, hauling to WNW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm and light airs from NW by West and NW.

Barometer rising.

Received on board in [Department of] Supplies and Accounts: 61 pounds fresh bread; 76½ pounds fresh meat; and 76¼ [pounds] vegetables, for crew.

Discovered that William Allen, Coal Heaver, was absent from the ship without leave, leaving few personal effects on board.

The following named men, with bags and hammocks, left the ship to take passage to New York, having been transferred to the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont": J.B. Gilbert, Quartermaster Second-class; C.B. Harbron, Sailmaker's Mate; J.T. Lavery, Dynamo Oiler; J.V. Lindberg, Jack of the Dust; J. Murnane, Gunner's Mate Second-class; H. Morley, Ordinary Seaman; W. McGrath, Seaman; W.H. Sellers, Ship's Writer Second-class; H.D. Walker, Water Tender.


8am to meridian:

Clear, fine weather.

Light airs and breezes from WSW to South.

Flood tide.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, followed by setting up exercises.

Absent without leave: J.T. Bush, Apprentice Second-class, J. Murray, Coal Passer, W. Sharp, Private Marine, H.J. Gibbons, Landsman, F. Lynch, Ordinary Seaman, and William Allen, Seaman.

A Board of Survey, of which Lieutenant W.E. Sewell (U.S. Navy) was senior member, met for the survey of certain Equipment [Department] articles.

5 machinists, 3 helpers and 2 boilermakers from Steam Engineering Department of yard at work on board, crew engaged breaking out and restowing articles on survey, and scraping forward and after shell rooms.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear fine.

Light breezes from South and SSW.

Sent 281 empty powder tanks to magazine in the yard.

Restowed ordnance store rooms.

Broke out tiller room, scraping cofferdams.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows: 5 machinists, 3 helpers; 2 boilermakers; 3 machinists and 2 helpers in Construction Department.

U.S.S. "Alert" rounded point of island at 1.30pm, and having made her number, moored at buoy in stream at 2.00pm.

W.J. Fisk, Coal Passer, and W. Sharp, Private Marine, returned on board 6 hours 30 minutes and 27 hours over time respectively.

The Construction [Department] workmen engaged in tiller room, and sent two armatures to Equipment Office for repairs.

Commanding Officer offered reward of $10.00 for delivering on board William Allen, Seaman.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze from SW by West.

Ebb tide until 7.00pm, flood tide from 7.34pm.

At 5.40pm mustered at quarters, absent without leave: F. Lynch, Ordinary Seaman, H.L. Foy, Machinist, [J.H.] Costain, Machinist, M. Gleason, Boiler Maker, J. Sterling, First-class Fireman, J.F. Bush, Apprentice Second-class, H. Gibbons, Landsman, [A.] Lemkan, Coal Passer, and F.J. Horn, Mess Attendant.

Stowing fixed ammunition rooms and cleaning cofferdams.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Alert" visited this ship officially.

J. Murray [Murry in log-book], Coal Passer, returned aboard 34 hours over time.


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8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine first part, then clouding over.

Light airs and breezes from WSW to SSW.


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29 September 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.094, Long -122.262


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather.

SSW breezes.

Ebb tide.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breezes from SE and SSE.

Ebb tide until 6.40am, flood tide from 7.45am.


8am to meridian:

Rainy weather.

Light breezes from SSE to SE by South.

Board of Survey in Construction [Department], Lieutenant C.G. Bush senior member, and Board of Survey in Ordnance [Department], Lieutenant Sawyer senior member, met on board.

Sealing cofferdams.

2 boilermakers, 5 machinists and 6 helpers in Steam Engineering [Department], 3 machinists and 2 helpers in Construction [Department].


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, squally and wet.

Moderate SE wind.

Barometer falling.

Colors were at half-mast from 1.40pm to 2.30pm during a funeral on shore.

2 boilermakers, 5 machinists, 6 helpers at work in Steam Engineering [Department], 3 machinists, 2 helpers in Construction [Department].

R. Spindler, Gunner's Mate Third-class, was this day discharged by reason of expiration of enlistment.

Ensign Field left ship on two days' leave.

High water slack at 2.45pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Rainy weather, clearing last hour.

Light to moderate breezes from SW to WNW.

Sent Liberty party ashore.

Commander Folger returned from three days' leave.

F.J. Lynch, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board 56 hours over time.

F.J. Horn, [Mess Attendant,] returned on board over time and tight, he was placed under sentry's charge by order of Commanding Officer.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine.

Moderate to fresh wind in squalls from SW.

H. Herbert, Private Marine, returned on board 2 hours over time.

J. Heggins, Boiler Maker Second-class, returned on board 3¼ hours over time.

By order of Commanding Officer placed M. Foley, Plumber and Fitter, in double irons to await investigation, for being drunk and noisy on board ship, he not having been on liberty.

Low water slack at 8.30pm.

22 men absent over time.


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30 September 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.094, Long -122.262


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright star light.

Squally first hour, then light breezes from SW.

Slack tide at 2.45am.


4am to 8am:

Rainy weather.

Light breezes from SW to SW by West.

Sent Liberty party ashore.

By order of Commanding Officer F.J. Horn, Landsman, and M. Foley, Plumber and Fitter, were released from confinement.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from South.

Barometer rising.

By order of Commanding Officer released H.R. Barker, Apprentice, from confinement, his term having expired.

At 10.00am Captain inspected ship and crew at quarters, absentees as follows: J.T. Bush, Apprentice Second-class, M. Gleason, Boiler Maker, A. Lemkan, Coal Passer, G.L. Fuller, Seaman, G. Fulham, Painter, J.T.R. Bohen, Second-class Fireman, R.E. McGowan, Coal Passer, P. Schmitt [Schmith in log-book], Coal Passer, R. Homes, Seaman, C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, B. Lynch, Private Marine, W. Ozard, Landsman, H.L. Foy, Machinist, J. Sterling, Second-class Fireman, L. Weisshardt, Apprentice First-class, C.B. Spiney, Seaman Gunner, J. Tillander, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, L. Peters, Second-class Fireman, T. Dalton, First-class Fireman, P. Anthony, Private Marine, P. Peterson, Seaman, W. McDonald, Coal Passer, J. Sloan, Oiler, and W. Allen, Seaman.

J.H. Costain, Machinist, returned on board 49 hours 0 minutes over time.

P. Peterson, Seaman, returned on board 16½ hours over time.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy at times.

Light airs to light breezes from SSW.

C.B. Spiney [Spinvey in log-book], Seaman Gunner, returned on board 21½ hours over time.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Light Westerly airs.

Barometer rising.

A. Lemkan, Coal Passer, returned on board 58 hours 0 minutes over time.

P. Schmitt, Coal Passer, returned on board 25½ hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Calm, then light airs from SW by South.


Approved: [signed] William M. Folger, Commander U.S. Navy Commanding.



LOGS FOR OCTOBER 1894


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1 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.094, Long -122.262


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm and light airs from SSW.

Barometer rising.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Calm and NW airs.

Began scraping hammock rails and boat gunwales.

Received in Department [of] Supplies and Accounts from General Storekeeper, Navy Yard, Mare Island: 76¼ pounds fresh beef; 76¼ pounds vegetables; and from W. Smith, Vallejo: 61 pounds fresh bread, and issued same to crew.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy.

Calm and light airs from SW.

Engaged scraping boat gunwales and other bright woodwork, touching up rust spots outside, overhauling battery.

The following yard workmen engaged on board in Construction [Department]: 3 machinists and 2 helpers; Steam Engineering [Department]: 5 machinists and 8 helpers.

Also in Construction [Department]: one foreman; and one mechanic.

The Commanding Officer paid an official visit to U.S.S. "Alert".

H.L. Foy, Machinist, returned on board 70½ hours over time.

By order of the Commanding Officer W.M. Waite, Apprentice Second-class, was placed in solitary confinement for 6 days, for fighting on board ship September 21th.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light SW breeze.

Scraping gunwales of boats and hammock rails.

At 2.40pm half-masted colors on account of a funeral at Naval Hospital, full-masted at 3.10pm.

3 machinists and 2 helpers at work in Construction Department, 2 machinists and 8 helpers, 2 pattern makers, 5 boilermakers and one helper in Engineering Department.


4pm to 8pm:

Had evening quarters and served out clean hammocks.

J.F. Bohen, First-class Fireman, was brought on board by Master-at-Arms, 47½ hours over time.

The following are absent from ship, overstaying leave: J.T. Bush, Apprentice Second-class, M. Gleason, Boiler Maker, J. Sterling, First-class Fireman, L.G. Weisshardt, Apprentice First-class, G.L. Fuller, Seaman, T. Fulham, Painter, J. Tillander, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, L. Peters, Second-class Fireman, R.E. McGowan, Coal Passer, F. Dalton, First-class Fireman, P. Anthony, Private Marine, C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, W. McDonald, Coal Passer, [B.] Lynch, Private Marine, W. Ozard, Landsman, W. Allen, Seaman, R. Williams, Seaman, G.R. Coulter, Apprentice First-class, V. Blanchard, Water Tender, G.J. Anderson, Coxswain, H. Rasmussen, Seaman, C. Nyman, Ordinary Seaman, J. Emoe, Coal Passer, C. Hudson, Coal Passer, S.H. Smyth, Second-class Fireman, G. Green, First-class Fireman, A. Holland, Apprentice Second-class, and J. Sullivan, Coal Passer.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, calm and light airs from SW and WSW.

Barometer steady.


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2 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.094, Long -122.262


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, pleasant, bright starlight.

Calms and light variable airs.

Flood tide until 3.00am, ebb tide from 3.35am.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather, light airs from East by North.

Scrubbed hammocks.

Chief Engineer Bates left the ship, having a week's leave to date from tomorrow October 3rd.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm and light airs from SW by South.

Barometer falling slowly.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters.

The following named men were absent without leave: M. Gleeson, Boiler Maker, J. Sterling, First-class Fireman, G.L. Fuller, Seaman, T. Fulham, Painter, J. Tillander, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, L. Peters, Second-class Fireman, R.E. McGowan, Coal Passer, F. Dalton, First-class Fireman, P. Anthony, Private Marine, C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, W. McDonald, Coal Passer, B. Lynch, Private Marine, W. Ozard, Landsman, W. Allen, Seaman, W. Williams, Seaman, G.R. Coulter, Apprentice First-class, V. Blanchard, Water Tender, G.J. Anderson, Coxswain, H. Rasmussen, Seaman, C. Hudson, Coal Passer, S.H. Smyth, Second-class Fireman, G. Green, First-class Fireman, J. Sullivan, Coal Passer, J.M. Garbrey, Jack of the Dust, and R. Butt, Second-class Fireman.

Received from the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence" the enlistment record of R. Spindler, Seaman, he having enlisted, and reported on board this ship for duty as Gunner's Mate Third-class on the 1st of this month, and permitted to go on leave.

H.T. Hutchings, Machinist, reported the expiration of his term of enlistment.

Yard hands as follows at work on board: in Construction [Department] 4 shipfitters; in Steam Engineering [Department] 3 boilermakers, 3 helpers, 5 machinists and 8 helpers.

Crew engaged in scraping bright woodwork and scraping and cleaning rust spots.

Gunner's gang at work on battery.

Assistant Engineer A. Moritz reported return from leave of absence.

C. Nyman, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board 14½ hours after expiration of leave of absence.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light airs and breezes from SW by South.

Flood tide until 3.00pm, ebb tide from 3.35pm.

Scraping and oiling boat gunwales and inside woodwork, painting masts and ventilators, overhauling recoil pads of 6-inch carriages.

5 machinists and 8 helpers from Steam Engineering Department and 5 machinists from Construction and Repair Department at work on board.

Passed Assistant Paymaster E.B. Webster, U.S. Navy, left the ship on 7 days' leave of absence.

The following men returned aboard over time: J.T. Bush, Apprentice Second-class, 124 hours; M. Gleeson, Boiler Maker, 101 hours; G.T. Weisshardt, Apprentice First-class, 68 hours; J. Emoe, Coal Passer, 2 hours; A Holland, Apprentice Second-class, 2 hours.

Carpenter's gang removing old and replacing new hammock cloths.


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4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm and light airs from SW by South.

Barometer steady.

Painting spars and ventilators.

Navy Yard workmen as follows at work on board until 5pm: in Steam Engineering [Department] 5 machinists, 8 helpers; in Construction [Department] 5 mechanics and 5 rigging laborers.

C. Butt, Second-class Fireman, returned on board seven hours after expiration of his leave.

R. Williams, Seaman, returned 24 hours late, and G.L. Fuller, Seaman, was 72 hours late.

At 5.45pm mustered crew at quarters, absentees as follows: J. Sterling, First-class Fireman, R.E. McGowan, Coal Passer, L. Peters, Second-class Fireman, F. Dalton, First-class Fireman, P. Anthony, Private Marine, C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, W. McDonald, Coal Passer, B. Lynch, Private Marine, G.E. Coulter, Apprentice First-class, V. Blanchard, Water Tender, G.J. Anderson, Coxswain, H. Rasmussen, Seaman, J.M. Garbrey, Jack of the Dust, C. Hudson, Coal Passer, S.H. Smyth, Second-class Fireman, G. Green, First-class Fireman, J. Sullivan, Coal Passer, and T. Dowling, Private Marine.

Returned on board: C. Hudson, Coal Passer, 26 hours [over time]; G. Green, First-class Fireman, 26 hours; J. Sullivan, Coal Passer, 26 hours; L. Peters, Second-class Fireman, 74 hours; R.E. McGowan, Coal Passer, 74 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Calms and light airs from SW.

Ebb tide until 10.00pm, flood tide from 11.00pm.

J. Tillander, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, returned aboard 74 hours over time.


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3 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.094, Long -122.262


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and fine, bright starlight.

Calm and light airs from West and WNW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, fog during later part of watch, but clearing away by 8.00am.

Calm and light airs from SW.

Barometer rising.

T. Dalton, First-class Fireman, returned on board 86 hours after expiration of leave.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light Southwesterly airs.

Ebb tide until 9.35am, flood tide from 9.55am.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, followed by setting up exercises.

Absent without leave: J. Sterling, First-class Fireman, V. Blanchard, Water Tender, T. Fulham, Painter, [W.] Ozard, Landsman, P. Anthony, Private Marine, G.R. Coulter, Apprentice First-class, G.J. Anderson, Coxswain, J.M. Garbrey, Jack of the Dust, S.H. Smyth, Second-class Fireman, H. Rasmussen, Seaman, and B. Lynch, Private Marine.

C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman, returned aboard 87 hours over time.

Crew engaged in painting ventilators and davits, scraping and scaling cofferdams, overhauling 6-inch gun carriages, and putting up new hammock cloths.

The following yard workmen at work on board: 5 machinists and 8 helpers in Steam Engineering Department; 3 machinists, 2 helpers and 4 laborers in Construction and Repair [Department].


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breezes from SW.

Scraping and scaling cofferdams, painting boats and yellow paintwork.

V. Blanchard, Water Tender, returned on board 44 hours over time.

Received on board from Marine Barracks C.O. Blakeslee, Private Marine, with bag and hammock.

Overhauling 6-inch gun carriages and fitting new hammock cloths.

Same Navy Yard workmen as in forenoon.

Slack water at 4.00pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Calm and light Southwesterly airs.

Slack water until 4.20pm, then ebb tide.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters and turned in scrubbed hammocks.

Continued ship's work as in previous watch.

The following men returned from liberty over time: J. Sterling, First-class Fireman, 129 hours; J.M. Garbrey, Jack of the Dust, 33 hours; and T. Dowling, Private Marine, 25½ hours.

Absent without leave at quarters: T. Fulham, Painter, W. Ozard, Landsman, P. Anthony [Athony in log-book], Private Marine, B. Lynch, Private Marine, G.R. Coulter, Apprentice First-class, G.J. Anderson, Coxswain, H. Rasmussen, Seaman, and S.H. Smyth, Second-class Fireman.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, calm, bright starlight.


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8pm to midnight:

Calm, clear and fine, bright starlight.

Ebb tide, slack water at 11.30pm.

Privates [P.] Anthony and [B.] Lynch returned on board 123 hours over time.


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4 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.094, Long -122.262


Midnight to 4am:

Calm and cloudless, bright starlight.

High water slack at 4.00am.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Calm.

Flood tide until 5.30am, ebb tide from 5.30am.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light Easterly airs and breezes.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, absentees as follows: [W.] Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman, E.P. Weber, Ship's Writer, W. Ozard, Landsman, G. Anderson, Coxswain, H. Rasmussen, Seaman, S.H. Smyth, Second-class Fireman, T. Fulham, Painter, and E.F. Hennessey, Mess Attendant.

At 10.00am G.R. Coulter, Apprentice First-class, returned on board 64 hours over time.

Commander W.M. Folger returned from leave of absence.

Following Navy Yard workmen on board [left blank].

Hull Board inspecting coal bunkers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breezes from East.

Barometer falling.

Crew engaged in cleaning and painting boats, scraping and red-leading smokepipe, scaling cofferdams, and gunner's gang in overhauling battery.

The following workmen from the Navy Yard at work on board: 3 machinists, 2 helpers in tiller room; 2 drillers, 3 chippers and caulkers.

In Engineer's Department: 6 machinists, 8 helpers; 1 foreman, 5 laborers.

Received on board in Equipment [Department] exempted articles as follows: 1 bellows; 3 screwdrivers; 1 hammer, peen [pean in log-book]; 1 hammer, claw; 2 monkey wrenches, 6 and 8; 1 Stillson wrench; 1 top wrench; 1 set twist [twest in log-book] drills, 1/16 inch to ⅜ inch; 1 set twist [twest in log-book] drills, ¼ inch to 1 inch; 1 set taps and dies, 1/16 inch to ⅝ inch; 3 pliers; 2 pincers; 3 wood chisels, 1 block plane; 1 two-foot ruler; 2 navigator's lamps.

Received on board from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence" the following named men, with bags and hammocks and necessary papers: William Arturs, Blacksmith; W.M.R. Bromby, Apprentice Second-class; C. Bodri, Apprentice Second-class; W.B. Candler, Apprentice Second-class; J.J. Connelly, Apprentice Second-class; J. Davis, Apprentice Second-class; C.J. Fields, Seaman; G. Fawcett, Seaman; E. Hansen, Seaman; F. Howard, Ship's Writer Third-class; J. Jacobs, Oiler; T. Kuhlback, Gunner's Mate First-class; O. Larsen, Seaman; E.B. Lee, Landsman, M. Lynch, Seaman; G.F. Reeves, Apprentice Third-class; J.S. Semple, Landsman; J. Smith, Landsman; J. Shilson, Apprentice Second-class; J. Staut, Landsman; E. Tomke, Gunner's Mate Second-class; W. Hunter, Apprentice Second-class; J. Mier, Seaman; E.D. Wentworth, Apprentice Second-class; William Williams, Machinist; J.C. Wolff, Seaman.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs and breezes from East and NE, then calm.

Mustered at quarters at 5.30pm, absentees as follows: W. Thornton, Engineer's Yeoman, E.P. Weber, Ship's Writer; W. Ozard, Landsman, B. Lynch, Coal Passer, G. Anderson, Coxswain, S.H. Smyth, Second-class Fireman, T. Fulham, Painter, and E.F. Hennessey, Mess Attendant.


[8pm to midnight watch not included]


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5 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.094, Long -122.262


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Calm, then light airs from SE by East.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine.

Calm.

Received in Equipment Department from Navy Yard: 1700 gallons fresh water.

Received in Department [of] Supplies and Accounts: [from] Navy Yard 76¼ pounds fresh beef; 76¼ pounds fresh vegetables; and from W. Smith, Vallejo 61 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Calm and WSW airs.

Barometer falling.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters and had aiming drill.

Eight men absent as follows: E.P. Weber, Ship's Writer First-class, W. Ozard, Landsman, G. Anderson, Coxswain, H. Rasmussen, Seaman, S.H. Smyth, Second-class Fireman, T. Fulham, Painter, E.F. Hennessey, Mess Attendant, and W. Allen, Seaman.

At 9.55am went to fire quarters, ready in 2 minutes 35 seconds, using hand pumps only as fire mains were under repair.

At 11.00am landed ship's landing party in heavy marching order, returning at 11.50am.

3 chippers, 2 drillers, 3 machinists, 2 helpers in Construction [Department], 7 machinists and 7 boilermakers in Engineering [Department].


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs to light breezes from SW.

Fulham, Painter, returned on board 139 hours over time.

The following yard workmen engaged on board: 3 chippers, 2 drillers, 3 machinists, 2 helpers in Construction [Department]; 7 machinists and 7 boilermakers in Engineering [Department].

Engaged scraping cofferdams, painting boats and smokestack.

Transferred to General Storekeeper, Navy Yard: 11½ yards cap cloth (remnants); and 10¼ yards of 6/4 flannel, heavy (remnants).


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudless and fine.

SW to SSW airs and breezes.

Painting boats.

At 4.45pm made [signal] interrogatory 2984, flagship answered affirmative, when piped down washed clothes.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters, seven men absent as follows: E.P. Weber, Ship's Writer First-class, W. Ozard, Landsman, G. Anderson, Coxswain, H. Rasmussen, Seaman, S.H. Smyth, Second-class Fireman, E.F. Hennessey, Mess Attendant, and W. Allen, Seaman.

High water slack at 5.45pm.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Occasional moderate squalls from South.


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6 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.094, Long -122.262


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Moderate breeze from SW.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine.

Gentle SSW breezes.

High water slack at 8.00pm.

Made preparations for unmooring.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Gentle breeze from SSW and SW by South.

A. Olsen, Coxswain, reported expiration of term of enlistment.

Engaged scraping spars.

J. Keogh, Corporal, [B.] Lynch, Private Marine, Higgins, Private Marine, were transferred to the Marine Barracks.

Lieutenant Leiper and Surgeon Lumsden made weekly inspection required by Navy Regulation Circular number 8.

At 8.31am U.S.S. "Bennington" was taken out of dry dock, and at 9.30am made fast to dock astern of this vessel.

At 11.50am yard tugs came alongside.

We cast off from dock and under tow of tugs standing for buoy abreast of dry dock at end of watch [witch in log-book], W. Clark, Coal Passer, was placed under sentry's charge to wait Investigation for assaulting Machinist Hutchings.

The following Yard workmen were employed on board in Engineering Department: 5 boilermakers, 7 machinists and 8 helpers; and in Construction [Department]: 5 shipfitters, 3 machinists and 3 helpers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SW by South.

Barometer steady.

At 12.40pm moored to buoy off dry dock with starboard chain.

Signaled to United States flagship U.S.S. "Philadelphia" "Permission to tar down", United States flagship U.S.S. "Philadelphia" answered "Granted".

Crew engaged in blacking down rigging, and scraping skin of ship on berth decks.

Navy Yard workmen as follows employed on board: 5 boilermakers, 7 machinists and 8 helpers in Steam Engineering [Department]; in Construction [Department]: 3 machinists and 2 helpers.

Received from U.S. Naval Hospital, with bag and necessary papers: K.L. Garner, Seaman.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Moderate squalls first hours from SSW, then moderate to gentle breeze from South.

A. Olsen, Coxswain, was this day given an honorable discharge from the U.S. Navy, he waiving claims to transportation East.

At 5.00pm S. Smyth, Second-class Fireman, returned on board 121 hours over time.

At 5.30pm U.S.S. "Ranger" came in and made fast to buoy.

Received mail from Unalaska by U.S.S. "Ranger".


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Moderate breeze, falling light from SW by South.

Barometer rising.


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7 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.096, Long -122.263


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breezes from WNW and NW.

Ebb tide until 2.39am, flood tide from 3.15am.


4am to 8am:

Overcast.

Light breezes NW.

Received in Department [of] Supplies and Accounts: from W. Smith, Vallejo 45 pounds fresh bread; and from Naval Storekeeper, Navy Yard, 56¼ pounds fresh beef and 56¼ pounds fresh vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but clearing.

Light breeze from NW, shifting to SW.

Barometer rising.

Swinging to ebb tide at 9.45am.

At 10.00am the Captain inspected ship and crew at quarters.

By order of the Captain William Waite, Apprentice Second-class, was released from confinement and restored to duty, and William Clark, Coal Passer, was placed in solitary confinement without irons, on diminished ration, for five days, offense: assaulting another person on board while in the execution of the duties of his office.

Held general muster and published the Articles for the Better Government of the Navy, absent without permission as follows: E.P. Weber, Ship's Writer, E.F. Hennessey, Mess Attendant, G.J. Anderson, Coxswain, W. Ozard, Landsman, H. Rasmussen, Seaman, W. Howlley, Coal Passer, W. Allen, Seaman, and J. Peterson, Private Marine.

W. Allen, [Seaman,] was this day declared a deserter from the Naval Service.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather, warm.

Light airs and breezes from SW.

Ebb tide until 2.45pm, flood tide from 3.30pm.

J. Peterson, Private Marine, returned on board 19 hours over time and W. Ozard, Landsman, 187½ hours over time.

Sent a liberty party of 16 men ashore.

Brought Navy Yard ash lighter alongside.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SSW, shifting to WSW.

Barometer steady.

At 7.45pm began to swing to ebb tide.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight and moonlight.

Moon set about 11.25pm.

Slack water until 8.10pm, then ebb tide.

Light breezes from SW and WSW.


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8 October 1894

At Mare Island Navy Yard

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and fine.

Light breezes from WSW and West.

Slack water at 3.00am, ship finished swinging at 3.30am.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and overcast, foggy during part of watch.

Light airs from WNW.

Barometer rising.

Received on board in [Department of] Supplies and Accounts: 30 pounds fresh beef; 30 pounds fresh vegetables; and 24 pounds fresh bread for crew.

United States flagship U.S.S. "Philadelphia" made general signal 6144 at 7.50am.

The following named men left the ship to take passage by Pacific Mail [Steamship Company] steamer to New York, namely: C. Carlsen, Chief Gunner's Mate; E. Warsaw, Apprentice Second-class; J. Davies, Boiler Maker; H.S. Hutchings, Machinist; R.E.L. Garcin, Equipment Yeoman; K.L. Garner, Seaman.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and foggy at first, then clearing.

Light breezes from WNW to SW.

At 9.45am left the moorings, and with assistance of yard tugs hauled into dry dock at 10.00am.

At 11.00am ship took on the blocking and mechanics began blocking up.

Crew engaged in scrubbing ship's bottom.

By order of the Commanding Officer M. Foley, Plumber and Fitter, was placed under sentry's charge to await investigation, for being drunk and boisterous on board ship, and W.B. Reeves, Seaman, was restricted from liberty for 10 days, for trifling and idling at work.

At 8.20am the following Navy Yard mechanics came aboard: 6 machinists, 7 helpers, 10 boilermakers and 1 helper in Steam Engineer's Department; 5 shipfitters, 2 helpers and 3 machinists in Construction and Repair Department.

Absent without leave from quarters: E.P. Weber, Ship's Writer, E.F. Hennessey, Mess Attendant, G.J. Anderson, Coxswain, H. Rasmussen, Seaman, W. Howlley, Coal Passer, and Ah Sing, Wardroom Cook.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine.

Light breezes from SW by South.

Crew engaged in scrubbing ship's bottom, scraping off barnacles and rust spots.

Navy Yard workmen engaged as in previous watch.

Received from Marine Barracks, with bags and hammocks and necessary transfer papers: Corporal A. Adams; and Privates M. McNamara and William D.F. Shafer.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SSW and South.

Crew continued scraping ship's bottom and scaling sides in sick bay.

At 5.50pm mustered at quarters.

The following named men were absent without leave: E.P. Weber, Ship's Writer, E.F. Hennessey, Mess Attendant, G.J. Anderson, Coxswain, H. Rasmussen, Seaman, W. Howlley, Coal Passer, and Ah Sing, Wardroom Cook.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool first part, then clouding over.

Light breezes from SW to SSW.


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9 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Calm.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and foggy.

Calm and light variable airs.

Barometer rising.

Crew engaged in scraping ship's bottom after 7.00am.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine after first hour.

Light airs from WSW.

Crew engaged in scraping rust spots and barnacles on ship's bottom.

William Howlley, Coal Passer, returned on board 50 hours over time.

A. Moritz (Assistant Engineer) reported before Board for examination for promotion.

Navy Yard workmen in Steam Engineering Department: 8 boilermakers, 2 helpers; 5 machinists and 4 helpers.

In Department of Construction and Repair: 7 machinists, 8 helpers; 1 pattern maker; 5 plumbers; 5 shipfitters; 18 calkers; 4 ship's carpenters; 3 machinists and 2 helpers.

At 11.40am U.S.S. "Mohican" came in and moored to buoy, having exchanged numbers with U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence", and fired a salute of 13 guns, which was answered by United States flagship U.S.S. "Philadelphia".


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine.

Light South by West breeze.

Navy Yard workmen as in previous watch.

Commander W.M. Folger left ship on one week's leave of absence.

Quarterly Board finished dock inspection of outside of hull.

Crew engaged in scraping ship outside.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Light airs and breezes from SSW.

Passed Assistant Paymaster E.B. Webster returned from leave.

Sent liberty party ashore.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters.

Absentees as follows: E.P. Weber, Ship's Writer, E.F. Hennessey, Mess Attendant, G.J. Anderson, Coxswain, H. Rasmussen, Seaman, and Ah Sing, Wardroom Cook.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine, then increasing cloudiness.

Light SSW breezes.


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10 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Commenced partly clear, cloudy at close [of watch].

Light breeze from WSW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cool.

Light breezes from West.

Ah Sing, Wardroom Cook, returned on board 60 hours over time.

Crew engaged in scaling ship's side above water line.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and damp, then clear and fine.

SW by West breezes.

Ship's company engaged in scraping ship outside, gunner's gang on battery.

4 men absent over time, namely: E.P. Weber, Ship's Writer, E.F. Hennessey, Mess Attendant, G.J. Anderson, Coxswain, and H. Rasmussen, Seaman.

Navy Yard workmen as follows in Construction [Department]: 13 calkers; 16 shipwrights; 6 carpenters; 8 shipfitters, 2 helpers.

In Engineering Department: 6 boilermakers; 16 machinists, 15 helpers; and 1 pipefitter.

At 8.15am C. Todoresco, Second-class Fireman, was brought on board by yard Marines, accused of smuggling liquor, placed in double irons for safe keeping to await investigation.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Light breezes from South.

At 1.30pm mustered at quarters.

Absentees: E.P. Weber, Ship's Writer, E.F. Hennessey, Mess Attendant, G.J. Anderson, Coxswain, and H. Rasmussen, Seaman.

After muster sent infantry company for drill with U.S.S. "Bennington's" battalions, the artillery went ashore for drill, and men of the guns' division not assigned to the battalion were exercised as infantry.

Gunner's gang engaged in overhauling battery, scraping 6-inch guns and scraping gun ports in cabin.

Navy Yard workmen on board, calking forecastle deck, dubbing off main deck, resetting deck dead lights, upping out inside lining on berth deck, overhauling anchor engine and steering gear, replacing leaky rivets in ship's bottom.

Engineer's force engaged scaling coal bunkers, and assisting as far as possible yard workmen in Engineer's Department in general repairs on ship's engines and boilers.

Irons were taken off C. Todoresco, Second-class Fireman, he being considered harmless.

The following yard workmen employed on board: 6 carpenters; 8 shipfitters; 6 boilermakers and 2 helpers; 13 calkers; 16 engineer's machinists, 15 helpers; and 1 pipefitter.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Light WSW breeze.

Paymaster's Clerk Caine left ship on three days' leave.


8pm to midnight:

Generally clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from WSW.


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11 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from WSW.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant, light breezes from WSW, shifting to WNW.

Barometer rising.

At 7.45am crew began to work on ship's side.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from SW to South.

M. Foley, Plumber and Fitter, was by order of Commanding Officer, placed in confinement in double irons for 7 days, for being drunk and boisterous on board ship September 30th, 1894.

The following named men declared deserters from the vessel and from the U.S. Naval Service, they having been absent ten days without leave: H. Rasmussen, Seaman, and G.J. Anderson, Coxswain.

After this declaration and at noon G.J. Anderson, Coxswain, returned to the ship, he was placed under sentry's charge to await action.

The following Navy Yard work men employed on board in Engineering [Department]: 12 machinists and 11 helpers; and 6 boilermakers.

In Construction [Department]: 3 machinists and 6 helpers; 5 plumbers; 8 shipfitters; and 19 calkers.

Ship's crew engaged scraping ship outsides, scaling on berth deck and coal bunkers, scraping in store rooms, aft and below protective deck, and assisting yard workmen when practicable.

Yard workmen overhauling engines and boilers, steering gear, anchor engine, smoothing of starboard side main deck, calking port side, resetting deck deadlights and bolt sockets, and refitting leaky rivets in ship's bottom.

Absentees: E.P. Weber, Ship's Writer, and E.F. Hennessey, Mess Attendant.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breezes from SSW, shifting to South.

Barometer falling.

G.J. Anderson, Coxswain, returned on board and by order of the Commanding Officer was placed in sentry's charge.

Later he was released from sentry's charge and restored to duty by order of Commanding Officer.

At 1.15pm [am in log-book] mustered crew at quarters, absentees as follows: E.F. Hennessey, Mess Attendant, and E.P. Weber, Ship's Writer.

Infantry company was sent to report to the Commanding Officer of U.S.S. "Bennington" for battalion exercises, other men of gun divisions were exercised at infantry tactics in yard.

Broke out fore hold.

Received on board from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence": G.W. Gregory, Ship's Writer Second-class, to act as Yeoman.

Navy Yard force as follows at work on board: Steam Engineering [Department]: 19 machinists, 15 helpers and 4 boilermakers; in Construction [Department] 3 painters, 3 plumbers, 24 calkers, 16 mechanics, 5 machinists and 3 helpers, and 8 carpenters.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Light breeze from SW to WSW.

Engaged breaking out fore hold and stowing stores on deck.

Ensign H.A. Field returned from leave.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from WSW.

Barometer rising slowly


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12 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Fine weather, cloudless, bright starlight and moonlight.

Calm and light airs from SW and WSW.


4am to 8am:

Fine weather.

Light airs from WSW.

Received from General Storekeeper, Navy Yard, Mare Island: 30 pounds fresh beef; 30 pounds fresh vegetables; and from J. Smith, Vallejo: 24 pounds fresh bread.

E.F. Hennessey, Mess Attendant, and E.P. Weber, Ship's Writer, returned on board 8 days over time.

Crew engaged scrubbing smokestack, scraping plating under forecastle and breaking out fore hold.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from WSW.

Barometer falling slowly.

By order of the Commanding Officer William Clark, Coal Passer, was released from confinement and restored to duty, and C. Todoresco, Second-class Fireman, was placed in solitary confinement, on bread and water, for 5 days, for smuggling liquor.

Crew engaged in scraping and cleaning out store rooms, skin of ship on berth deck and under forecastle, and scaling water line.

Navy Yard workmen as follows at work on board in Construction [Department]: 24 calkers; 2 plumbers; 14 mechanics; 4 machinists; 8 carpenters and 2 helpers.

In Steam Engineering [Department]: 8 machinists, 8 helpers; 4 boilermakers, 4 helpers; 5 machinists and 4 helpers on ship's bottom.

N. Anderson, Quartermaster Second-class, left the ship on leave for three days, as reward for services in Bering Sea.

Marine Guard, in charge of 1st Sergeant, was sent to report to Commanding Officer at Marine Barracks for drill.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fine weather.

Calms and light Southwesterly airs and breezes.

At 1.10pm mustered at quarters.

Sent infantry company ashore to drill with U.S.S. "Bennington's" battalion, drilled the artillery section on shore, and instructed rest of ship's force in infantry tactics.

After drill ship's force engaged in scaling and scraping ship's sides under topgallant forecastle, paint locker, yeoman's store room, fore hold, lifting and cleaning under flying deck in wing passages and on top of protection deck under staterooms, scraping port quarter gun ports, and crating powder tanks for shipment.

Received from the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence" for duty the following men with bags, hammocks and necessary papers; P.O. Petterson, Seaman; F. Kirezek, Seaman; W.P. Peterson, Coxswain; G.W. Gregory, Ship's Writer Third-class.

Transferred to General Storekeeper, Navy Yard, the following Equipment [Department] articles: 1 running lamp (red); 1 signal lamp (white); 1 signal lamp (red); 1 sounding machine (complete); 1 pair binocular glasses; 1 navigator's lamp; 1 thermometer; 1 depth recorder; and 2 binnacle lamps.

The following yard mechanics at work on board in Construction and Repair Department: 18 calkers; 8 shipfitters; 5 machinists; and 8 ship's carpenters.

In Steam Engineering Department: 8 machinists, 8 helpers; 4 boilermakers, 4 helpers; 5 machinists and 4 helpers (outside).


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SW.

Barometer steady.

Same yard workmen employed on board during first hour of watch as during afternoon.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, cloudless, bright starlight and moonlight.

Light breezes from SW.

Barometer steady.


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13 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and fine, bright moonlight.

Light airs and breezes from SSW to SW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and light airs from SW and West.

Barometer rising slowly.

Crew engaged in breaking out store rooms on forward berth deck.


8am to meridian:

Fine weather.

Calms and light SW airs.

Crew engaged in general work about ship, scaling cofferdams and ship's sides under topgallant forecastle and on berth deck, cleaning out store rooms and holds fore and aft.

The following yard mechanics at work on board, overhauling boiler, machinery, windlass engine, steering gear, deck lights, bunker plates, watertight bulkheads, sheathing inside skin of ship's pilot house, magazines, forward shell rooms, and caulking main deck: in Construction and Repair Department 8 machinists, 6 helpers, 5 shipfitters, 7 carpenters, 5 joiners and 12 calkers; in Steam Engineering Department 4 boilermakers, 4 helpers, 7 machinists, 7 helpers, 4 machinists and 6 helpers (outside).

Delivered to Ordnance Officer of the yard, ready for shipment: 6 charges for 6-inch breech loading rifle in tanks, crated for shipment.

Engineer's force scaling and cleaning bunkers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from South.

Navy Yard workmen engaged as in previous watch.

Engineer's force scaling bunkers.

Sent liberty and ball parties ashore.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and light airs and breezes from SSW to SW.

Baseball party returned aboard.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and fine.

Light airs and breezes from WSW to South by West.


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14 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, bright moonlight.

Light airs from South.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy at first, then clear and pleasant.

Calms and light SW airs.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts from General Storekeeper, Navy Yard, Mare Island, the following fresh provisions and issued them to crew: 30 pounds beef; and 29 pounds vegetables; from J. Smith, Vallejo, 24 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Calm first hour, then light airs from SSW.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, then called all hands to muster and ascertained the number of crew who were American citizens, the number who had taken out naturalization papers, and the number who did or did not desire to make declaration to become American citizens.

Sent church party ashore.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudless and warm.

Light airs from South.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine, bright moonlight.

Light airs and breezes from South.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudless, fine weather.

SSW airs.

Bright moonlight.


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15 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Calm, fine weather, bright moonlight.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine, hazy and foggy last hour.

Calm.

Received in Supplies and Accounts Department from General Storekeeper: 30 pounds beef; 31 [pounds] vegetables; and from J. Smith, Vallejo, 24 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Calms and NE airs.

At 10.00am, in obedience to orders from flagship, landed artillery section for drill.

Remainder of crew engaged in scraping and cleaning store rooms.

Gunner's gang at work in forward shell room.

Navy Yard workmen at work as follows in Construction [Department]: 12 calkers; 5 ship's carpenters; 6 joiners; 3 machinists, 2 helpers; 5 shipfitters; 3 plumbers.

In Steam Engineering [Department]: 7 machinists, 8 helpers; 4 boilermakers, 4 helpers; and on outside shafting 4 machinists and 4 helpers.

Chief Engineer Harrie Webster, U.S. Navy, reported for duty as the relief for Chief Engineer A.B. Bates, this day detached.


Meridian to 4pm:

Warm, clear weather.

Light breezes from NE to East.

Ensign F.A. Traut [Trout in log-book], U.S. Navy, reported for duty, in compliance with Department's orders of the 4th of this month, detaching him from the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Vermont".

Received from U.S.S. "Adams": A.S. Pierson, Apprentice First-class.

The following yard workmen employed on board in Construction Department: 7 machinists, 5 helpers; 12 calkers; 4 carpenters; 7 joiners; 6 shipfitters; and 3 painters.

In Steam Engineering [Department]: 14 machinists and 10 helpers.

At 1.00pm mustered at quarters, after quarters sent artillery section to drill with battalion.

At 2.00pm infantry company was sent to drill with battalion.

Crew engaged scraping store rooms.

Transferred to U.S. Naval Hospital for treatment: S.C. McQuay, Landsman, with his effects.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Variable airs and calm.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright moonlight.

Calm, then light airs from West.


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16 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SSW, moderate squalls in latter part of watch.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Generally clear and fine, occasional fog banks.

SSW airs.

Engineer's Division engaged in scaling bunkers.


8am to meridian:

Fine and warm.

Calm, then light breeze from SSW.

At 8.40am sent battalion ashore for drill with Naval Brigade, battalion returned at 11.40am.

C. Todoresco, Second-class Fireman, was released from confinement by order of Commanding Officer and the unexpired portion of his confinement was remitted.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SSW.

Barometer falling.

Crew engaged in painting store rooms aft, and in scraping skin of ship on berth deck and under forecastle, and clearing out gun cotton room, and cofferdams.

Gunner's gang cleaning bilges in forward magazine.

Carpenter's gang planing bottom boards of gun cotton room and repairing electric light molding.

Engineer's force scaling the coal bunkers.

The following named force of workmen from Navy Yard on board in Construction [Department]: 2 calkers; 6 joiners; 4 machinists and 2 helpers.

In Steam Engineering [Department]: 7 machinists, 8 helpers; 4 boilermakers, 4 helpers; and 4 machinists and 4 helpers on outside of hulk.


4pm to 8pm:

Fine weather.

Gentle to light breezes from South to SW.

Crew engaged in scraping and painting store rooms, coal bunkers, cofferdams and inside plating under forecastle and on berth deck.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and cloudy.

Light breezes from SW and SW by West.

Barometer steady.


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17 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breeze from West.


4am to 8am:

Light breeze to light airs from West to SW.

Crew engaged scrubbing gratings to store rooms, scaling coal bunkers and getting stores on board.

Received following stores for use of crew: 30 pounds fresh beef; 30 pounds fresh vegetables; and 24 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breeze from SW, shifting to SSW.

Barometer steady.

Ensign H.A. Field, U.S. Navy, was this day detached from this ship and ordered to the United States flagship U.S.S. "Philadelphia".

Lieutenant W.G. Hannum, U.S. Navy, and Ensign C.M. Knepper, U.S. Navy, reported for duty.

Lieutenant C.J. Boush, U.S. Navy, was this day detached from this vessel.

Crew engaged in scraping and painting store rooms, magazines and spaces over protective deck, and in restowing fore hold.

Navy Yard workmen as follows at work on board ship, Steam Engineer's Department: 12 machinists, 12 helpers.

Construction Department: 1 machinist, 4 helpers; 7 boilermakers, 7 helpers; 1 joiner; 1 shipwright; 1 pipefitter, 1 helper; 2 painters; and 12 shipfitters.

The Captain inspected all compartments, excepting Engineer's Department


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and warm.

Light airs from SSW.

Barometer falling.

G.J. Anderson, Coxswain, was reduced to Seaman by order of the Commanding Officer, for inefficiency.

He was transferred to the U.S. Naval Hospital, Mare Island, for treatment.

Crew engaged painting cofferdams, scaling and scraping on berth deck in wake of sheathing recently removed, and also under topgallant forecastle, scraping rust spots in forward magazine, restowing hold and cordage room and wing store rooms on forward berth deck and in wardroom store room and in forward magazine.

Transferred to the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence": W.H. Nicholson, Armorer, and C.B. Spiney, Seaman Gunner, by order of the Commanding Officer, these men occupying supernumerary rates on board.

Yard force at work on board as follows, Steam Engineering [Department]: 12 machinists, 11 helpers; 7 boilermakers, 7 helpers; outside 2 machinists, 2 helpers.

Construction [Department]: 6 machinists, 4 helpers; 9 joiners; 2 painters; 1 varnisher; 3 machinists, 2 helpers.

Lieutenant W.G. Cutler was detached from this ship.

U.S.F.C.S. "Albatross" and U.S.C. & G.S.S. "[Carlile P.] Patterson" arrived at the yard.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breeze from SW by South and SSW.

Barometer steady.

Same Navy Yard force as during afternoon at work on board until 5.00pm.

Crew engaged restowing cordage locker and in red-leading store rooms and cofferdams.

At 5.45pm crew was mustered at quarters.


8pm to midnight:

Fair first part, then cloudy.

Light airs to gentle breezes from South by West.


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18 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and cloudy, pleasant first part, commencing to drizzle middle of watch and raining steadily last hour.

Light breezes from ESE.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, raining, except during last hour of watch.

Light breezes from NW, shifting to East and SSE.

Barometer beginning to rise in latter part of watch.


8am to meridian:

Generally fine and pleasant, at times partly clouding over.

Calms and light airs and breezes from SSW and South.

By order of the Commanding Officer released M. Foley, Plumber and Fitter, from confinement and restored him to duty.

The Commanding Officer of U.S.C. & G.S.S. "[Carlile P.] Patterson" made an official call on board.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows in Department of Construction: 8 shipwrights; 20 shipfitters; 3 painters; 6 machinists, 4 helpers; 8 joiners.

In Department of Steam Engineering: 9 machinists, 9 helpers; 8 boilermakers, 7 helpers; and on outside of ship 4 machinists and 2 helpers.

Ship's company engaged in chipping and scraping cofferdams of forward fireroom hatch, Captain's store room, inside of ship under forward 3-pounders, and in coal bunkers.

Steam launch's crew engaged on their boat.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SSW.

Navy Yard workmen employed on board same as during last watch, except in Construction Department, there were but 4 machinists.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, generally overcast.

Light to moderate breezes from SSW to South.

Light rain second hour.

Navy Yard workmen on board as in preceding watch until 5.00pm, painters at work on bottom of ship until 5.30pm.

Ebb tide at 4.10pm.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with light rain for first hour.

Gentle breeze from South.

Barometer steady.


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19 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.096, Long -122.266


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy, passing showers.

Light airs from WSW.

Slight rise in barometer.

Flood tide.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SSW and SW.

Received on board in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 30 pounds fresh meat; 30 pounds fresh vegetables; and 24 pounds fresh bread.

Tide turned ebb at 5.45am.

19 painters at work painting underwater body from 6.00am.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SW by South.

Turned in to Equipment Storehouse the following articles, condemned by Board of Survey: 1 American ensign number 3; 2 American ensigns number 4; 2 American ensigns number 5; 2 American ensigns number 6; 2 narrow pennants number 4; 2 narrow pennants number 5; 1 narrow pennant number 2; 1 Union Jack number 4; 4 hand lamps; 2 speaking trumpets; and 5 pair man ropes.

Turned into stores for repairs: 12 upper blocks for boat falls; and 4 Jacob's ladders.

Navy Yard workmen employed on board as follows, Construction [Department]: 8 carpenters; 10 joiners; 8 shipfitters; and 24 painters outside.

[In] Steam Engineering [Department]: 12 machinists, 8 helpers; 9 boilermakers, 9 helpers.

Crew engaged in scraping and painting fixed ammunition rooms and store rooms.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant.

Light airs from South by West.

Slight fall in barometer.

A Board of Survey, Assistant Constructor Elliot Snow, U.S. Navy, senior member, convened on board for the survey of one diving suit.

Crew engaged at ship's work.

Made preparations for hauling out of dock.

Flood tide.

Navy Yard workmen on board as per previous watch.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SSW.

At 4.00pm hauled out of dry dock and towed down to coal dock, and finished mooring alongside of same at 5.30pm.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, drizzling rain.

Light airs from SW by South, shifting to SSE.

Barometer steady.

At 11.30pm sentry on dock reported evidence of fire in yard.

Fire proved to be a slight blaze in foundry.

Sent anchor watch as fire party.

Low water at 11.30pm.


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20 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight to 4am:

Overcast and raining.

Light airs from SSE, increasing to gentle breeze in last hour of watch.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, cloudy and rainy.

Light to gentle breeze from SE by South.

Barometer steady.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and rainy.

Gentle to moderate breeze from SE, shifting to SSW.

Slight rise in barometer.

Crew engaged at ship's work.

The following Navy Yard employers at work on board, Construction [Department]: 2 machinists, 2 helpers; 2 plumbers; 10 shipfitters.

[In] Steam Engineering [Department]: 10 machinists, 10 helpers; 9 boilermakers and 9 helpers.

Ebb tide.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and cloudy, drizzling rain during first and last hour of watch.

Light breeze from South by West.

Barometer rising.

Crew engaged at red-leading the metal bottom of forward magazine, restowing forward fixed ammunition room and painting ordnance store room in steerage country.

Navy Yard workmen as follows engaged on board in Construction [Department]: 2 machinists, 2 helpers; 10 shipwrights; 2 plumbers; 5 shipfitters; and 2 joiners.

In Steam Engineering [Department]: 10 machinists, 10 helpers; 9 boilermakers and 9 helpers.

Received from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence", with bag and hammock: G. Amberlin, Machinist.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cloudy, occasional drizzling rain.

Light breeze from South by West and SSW.

Slight rise in barometer.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters. H. Hill, Second-class Fireman, absent without leave.

High water about 6.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, but clearing in latter part of watch.

Light breeze from SSW, shifting to SW.

Barometer steady.


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21 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy and damp.

Light and gentle breezes from SSW and SW by South.

Moonlight.

Flood tide after 12.50am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and light airs from SSW to West.

Barometer rising.

Flood tide.

Carried out routine and executed morning orders.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms, light variable breeze in first part of watch and blowing steady from SW by West in latter part.

Barometer rising.

At 10.00am mustered crew at quarters, H. Hill, Second-class Fireman, absent without leave.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, clouding over toward end of watch.

Light and gentle breeze from SW by West and SW.

Flood tide made at 1.25pm.

Sent liberty party ashore.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breeze from SW by West, shifting to SW.

Barometer steady.


8pm to midnight:

Fair to clear and cool.

Light airs from SW by West.

Ebb tide.


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22 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, cool and calm, and clouding over toward end of watch.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light airs from SSW and calm.

Barometer steady.


8am to meridian:

Fair and pleasant.

Calms and light variable airs.

Tide turned ebb at 10.15am.

Crew engaged preparing under forecastle for painting and chipping engine room hatch.

Navy Yard workmen at work on board as follows: 3 painters; 10 carpenters; 13 boilermakers, 10 helpers; 13 shipfitters; 12 machinists, 8 helpers; 11 machinists, 9 helpers.

Marine Guard went to barracks for drill.

Absentees: J. King, Seaman, and H. Hill, Second-class Fireman.

Received on board in Equipment [Department] exempt stores: 2 leads (25 pounds); 300 fathoms sounding wire (12 pounds); 2 rotators, patent log; 2 taffrail log lines; 3 thermometers; 1 hand lead (14 pounds); 1 navigator's lamp.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle SW breezes.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows, Steam Engineering [Department]: 11 machinists; 15 boilermakers; 19 helpers.

In Construction [Department]: 12 shipfitters; 8 shipwrights; 8 carpenters; 1 painter; 1 pipefitter; 2 machinists and 3 helpers.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, clearing last hour.

Light breezes and airs from SW.

Flood tide.

At 5.30pm mustered at quarters and issued clean hammocks.

Absentees: H. Hill, Second-class Fireman, and J. King, Seaman.

Passed Assistant Engineer A. Moritz left the ship on one week's leave from Tuesday morning.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, clouding over toward end of watch.

Light airs and breezes from SW.


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23 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight to 4am:

Cloudy.

Light to moderate SW breezes.

Barometer falling.

Low water at 3.10am.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and cloudy, raining latter half, with squalls last hour.

Light breeze to stiff breeze and squalls from SSW to South by East.

Scrubbing hammocks.

Flood tide.

H. Hill, Second-class Fireman, returned on board 120 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from SSW.

Barometer steady.

Navy Yard workmen employed on board as follows, Construction [Department]: 8 painters; 10 shipwrights; 9 machinists; 5 shipfitters; 2 plumbers.

[In] Steam Engineering [Department]: 9 machinists; 10 boilermakers; and 19 helpers.

Received on board: 500 pounds red lead; 15 gallons oil; and 5 gallons turpentine.

Served out monthly money to 1st, 2nd, 4th, Navigator's and Powder Divisions.

Absentee: J. King, Seaman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Generally cloudy.

Light and gentle SW breezes, with occasionally moderate puffs.

Drizzling rain last hour.

Barometer rising.

High water about 3.40pm.

Crew engaged at ship's work.

Navy Yard workmen on board as per forenoon watch.

Finished serving out monthly money.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from SW.

Barometer rising.

Navy Yard workmen on board until 5.00pm, same as in preceding watch.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW.

Barometer rising.

High water about 9.30pm.


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24 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, but becoming foggy in last hour, pleasant.

Calms and light airs from SW.

Barometer rising.


4am to 8am:

Cool and foggy, clearing off slightly toward end of watch.

Light airs from SW, hauling to NW.

Barometer rising.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Calms and light variable airs.

Slight rise in barometer.

Crew engaged at ship's work.

The following men absent without leave: J. King, Seaman, E. Hannis, Seaman, G.A. Williams, Ordinary Seaman, J. Davis, Apprentice, J.C. Fiske, Apprentice, and J. Roulston, Private Marine.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows, Steam Engineering [Department]: 10 machinists, 8 helpers; 11 boilermakers, 10 helpers; 9 carpenters; and 1 pipefitter.

In Construction [Department]: 5 painters; 9 machinists; 10 shipwrights; 5 shipfitters.

High water about 10.30am.

Lieutenant Stevens returned from leave.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and light airs from SW by South.

Barometer falling.

Crew engaged in painting under forecastle, smokestack, rigging screws and spots on outside of hull.

Navy Yard workmen as follows engaged on board, in Construction [Department]: 5 painters; 10 shipwrights; 9 machinists; 5 shipfitters; and 3 sailmakers.

In Steam Engineering [Department]: 10 machinists, 9 helpers; 10 boilermakers, 10 helpers; 9 carpenters; and 1 pipefitter.

Lieutenant H.F. Fickbohm, U.S. Navy, left the ship on leave of absence for two days.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light variable airs.

Barometer steady.

High water about 4.30pm.

At 5.40pm mustered at quarters, same men absent.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW by South.

Barometer steady.


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25 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight to 4am:

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Calms and light airs from NW.

Ebb tide.


4am to 8am:

Clear first hour, foggy second hour, clearing toward close of watch.

Light variable airs.

Barometer rising.

Tide turned flood about 5.40am.

Navy Yard workmen came on board at 8.00am.

Executed morning orders.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light variable breezes.

Barometer falling.

G.R. Coulter, Apprentice First-class, was placed in solitary confinement for 5 days, on bread and water, by order of the Captain, offense fighting.

C.R. Lane, First-class Fireman, was placed in double irons for two days, full rations, by order of the Captain, offense fighting.

Crew engaged preparing port side for painting and in touching up all spots on starboard side.

Navy Yard workmen as follows on board in Construction [Department]:1 steam fitter; 5 carpenters; 4 machinists, 3 helpers; 1 pipefitter.

In Steam Engineering [Department]: 10 machinists, 8 helpers; 10 boilermakers and 8 helpers.

Absentees as follows: J. King, Seaman, E. Hannis, Seaman, G.A. Williams, Ordinary Seaman, J. Davis, Apprentice Second-class, J.C. Fisk, Apprentice First-class, F. Earle, Bayman, and J.A. Anderson, Apprentice First-class.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW by South and SW by West.

Ebb tide.

Crew engaged in touching up paint on outside and red-leading scraped spots inside.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows: 5 shipfitters; 4 machinists; 2 plumbers, 2 helpers; 5 shipwrights; 2 painters; 1 calker.

In Department of Construction: 10 machinists, 8 helpers; 10 boilermakers and 10 helpers.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and light variable airs.

Barometer steady.

Same Navy Yard force as during afternoon at work on board until 5pm.

At 5.45pm mustered crew at quarters.

Absentees as follows: J. King, Seaman, E. Hannis, Seaman, G.A. Williams, Ordinary Seaman, J. Davis, Apprentice Second-class, J.C. Fisk, Apprentice First-class, F. Earle, Bayman, and J.A. Anderson, Apprentice First-class.

F. Earle, Bayman, and J.A. Anderson, Apprentice First-class, returned on board 11 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW and calms.

Flood tide.


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26 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.094, Long -122.262


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from SW.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW.

Barometer rising.

E. Hannis, Seaman, G.A. Williams, Ordinary Seaman, and J.C. Fisk, Apprentice First-class, returned on board 48 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SW by West.

Slack water at 11.30am.

Absentees: J. Davis, Apprentice Second-class, J. King, Seaman, E.L. Wentworth, Apprentice Second-class, G. Bendy, Second-class Fireman, and W.J. Fisk, Coal Passer.

Crew engaged in painting spots on outside of ship and scaling cofferdams.

Broke out powder (94 6-inch charges) from both magazines and sent it to magazine.

United States flagship U.S.S. "Philadelphia" hauled out to number 1 buoy.

Singled fasts and at 11.30am cast off from wharf and in tow of Navy Yard launches dropped down to berth under shears.

W.J. Fisk, Coal Passer, returned on board 2 hours over time.

By order of the Commanding Officer confined T. Dalton, First-class Fireman, under sentry's charge to await trial by Summary Court Martial.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows in Department of Construction: 5 shipfitters; 5 carpenters; 6 machinists, 2 helpers; 4 painters; and 1 calker.

In Department of Steam Engineering: 10 machinists, 8 helpers; 10 boilermakers, 10 helpers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breezes from SW and SW by West.

Barometer falling slowly.

At 12.30pm secured ship temporarily under shears and at 1.30pm dropped astern a short distance and secured ship.

Navy Yard force dismounted port waist 6-inch gun and carriage and landed them on the dock at 3.30pm.

Navy Yard workmen engaged on board as follows, Construction [Department]: 5 shipfitters; 5 carpenters; 7 machinists, 3 helpers; and 8 painters.

In Steam Engineering [Department]: 10 machinists, 8 helpers; 10 boilermakers, 10 helpers.

[In] Ordnance [Department]: 7 men.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle and moderate breezes from SW by West and NNW.

Navy Yard workmen on board till 5pm.

At 5.45pm mustered at quarters.

Absentees: J. King, Seaman, J. Davis, Apprentice Second-class, E.L. Wentworth, Apprentice Second-class, and G. Bendy, Second-class Fireman.

At 7.30pm sent an officer on board U.S.S. "Alert", who appeared to have grounded on the Vallejo side while attempting to get alongside dock, to offer assistance.

Found that she was not ashore but had anchored.

J. Davis, Apprentice Second-class, returned on board 59 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool.

Light to gentle breezes from WNW.

Barometer steady.

G. Bendy, Second-class Fireman, returned on board (clean and sober) 15½ hours over time.


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27 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.094, Long -122.262


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light breezes from SW by West and WSW.

Barometer steady.

Ebb tide.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from WSW and NW.

Tide turned flood at 6.30am.

U.S.S. "Alert" got under way at 6.00am and went alongside coal wharf.

Paymaster's Clerk W.O. Caine left the ship on one week's leave of absence from tomorrow.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm to light breezes from NW to SW by West.

Barometer steady.

Flood tide.

The following men engaged on board in Construction [Department]: 2 machinists, 2 helpers; 2 calkers; 3 carpenters; 2 pipefitters; 5 joiners; 5 shipfitters.

And in Steam Engineering Department: 10 machinists, 9 helpers; 13 boilermakers, 7 helpers.

At 9.30am absentees as follows: J.J. Connelly, Apprentice Second-class, W.B. Candler, Apprentice Second-class, P. Hansen, First-class Fireman, J. Rennie, Private Marine, H. Herbert, Private Marine, C. Ellis, Coal Passer, J. King, Seaman, and E.L. Wentworth, Apprentice Second-class.

At 10.00am took on board the port midship gun and put it in place, at 10.45am winded ship and moored to wharf, and at 11.15am landed the starboard midship gun on wharf.

Crew engaged mooring ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW by West and West.

Barometer falling.

Navy Yard employers engaged on board as per forenoon.

Took starboard waist gun on board and landed it in place.

Crew engaged at ship's work.

Specification of charges preferred against T. Dalton, First-class Fireman, to be tried by Summary Court Martial Monday the 29th of this month, were read to accused.

Tide turned ebb at 12.45pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Light airs and breezes from West.

Navy Yard workmen employed on board until 5.00pm as in preceding watch.

Captain left the ship on two days' leave of absence.

Barometer steady.

J. Rennie, Private Marine, returned on board, clean and sober, 10 hours over time, and H. Herbert, Private Marine, clean and sober, 11 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Bright starlight.

Calms to light airs from WSW.

Flood tide.

Barometer rising.


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28 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.094, Long -122.262


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and light airs from SW by West.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Clear.

Calm and pleasant.

Barometer rising slowly.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light variable airs in first part of watch and blowing steadily from ESE in latter part.

Barometer rising.

At 10.00am the Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.

Absentees as follows: E. Wentworth, Apprentice Second-class, J.J. Connelly, Apprentice Second-class, W.B. Candler, Apprentice Second-class, P. Hansen, First-class Fireman, C. Ellis, Coal Passer, J. King, Seaman, and C. King, Mess Attendant.

At 11.20am sent liberty party ashore.

Flood tide during watch.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and light variable airs.

Barometer falling.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light variable airs and calms.

Barometer steady.

Ebb tide.

A number of liberty men returned.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant, bright starlight.

Calms and light variable airs.

Flood tide.

Barometer steady.


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29 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.094, Long -122.262


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm.

Tide turned ebb at 2.30am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light variable airs and light ENE breeze.

Barometer risings.

Tide turned flood about 7.30am.

Navy Yard workmen came on board at 8.00am.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from ENE.

Barometer rising until 11.00am, then after falling.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters, absentees as follows: J. Jacobs, Oiler, A. Nordstrom, Seaman, G.F. Reeves, Apprentice Second-class, J. Murphy, Chief Boatswain's Mate, P. Hansen, First-class Fireman, C. Ellis, Coal Passer, C. King, Mess Attendant, J. King, Seaman, and E.L. Wentworth, Apprentice Second-class.

Exercised all divisions at small arms.

A. Nordstrom, Seaman, returned on board 1½ hours over time.

Received on board in Equipment [Department] stores as follows: 1 wire hawser, 4-inch (1458 pounds); 100 clothes bags; 96 pounds 2-yarn spun yarn; 69 pounds roundline; 65 pounds manila, 12-thread; 25 pounds white zinc; 32 fishing lines, assorted; 100 sail needles; 6 brush trays; 30 coal baskets; 2 side rigs, leather, light; 2 side rigs, leather, 1 light, 1 heavy; 2 side bellows, leather; 17 pounds pump leather; 40 squilgee plates; 644 pounds manila, 5-inch; 1014 pounds manila, 4-inch; 1 chopping knife; 2 cook's knives; 2 fire tongs; 3 tormentors; 2 champagne glasses; 3 claret glasses; 9 Madeira glasses; 3 sherry glasses; 2 tumblers; 2 table knives; 1 coffee spoon; 3 table spoons; 2 tea spoons; 1 salad bowl, round; 1 meat dish, 14 inches; 1 meat dish, 12 inches; 1 meat dish, 10 inches; 1 vegetable dish, round; 4 breakfast plates; 1 preserve dish; 2 pair hand irons; 3 pair leg irons; 1 tape line; 23 cook's jackets.

And in Equipment [Department] exempted [classes]: 1 speaking trumpet.

Navy Yard workmen as follows engaged on board, namely in Construction Department: 8 shipfitters; 2 shipwrights; 11 painters; 1 machinist, 1 helper; 21 joiners; 1 pipefitter.

In Steam Engineering [Department]: 18 boilermakers, 11 helpers; 12 machinists and 9 helpers.

By order of the Commanding Officer S.H. Smyth, Second-class Fireman, was given extra duty until further orders, for throwing dirt in the waterways.

George Fawcett, Seaman, lost overboard one bolt from cap square of port 6-pounder Hotchkiss [gun].

Assistant Engineer A. Moritz, U.S. Navy, returned from leave of absence.

At 9.30am a Summary Court Martial convened on board for the trial of T. Dalton, First-class Fireman.

At 11.45am the Summary Court Martial adjourned to await the action of the convening authority.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze, following to light airs from ENE.

Ebb tide at 1.30pm.

Navy Yard workmen on board as in preceding watch.

Received in Ordnance Department stores as follows: 2 gallons alcohol; 4 gallons Japan Drier; 2 dozen memorandum books; 9 portfires; 10,000 white target posters; 2000 black target posters; 4 pounds solder; 6 hacksaw blades; 2 pounds copper rivets and buns; 1 pound resin; 2 dozen lead pencils; 10 pounds sheet brass; 2 quires foolscap paper; 3 quires crocus-cloth; 6 sheets tin; 1½ dozen steel screws; 15 pounds brass rod; 2 cleaning rods, .45 caliber; 1 hammer, 3-pounder, complete, [1?] stirrup, 3-pounder; 1 stirrup, 6-pounder; 1 hammer point, 6-pounder; 1 hand extractor, 3-pounder; 1 extractor, 3-pounder; 250 linen tags.

At 12.50pm called all hands unmoor ship, cast off lines, and in tow of Navy Yard launches, hauled up to coal wharf astern of U.S.S. "Alert".

Secured alongside dock.

2nd Division went ashore to range for small arm target practice.


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4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and light variable airs.

Barometer steady.

At 5.45pm mustered crew at quarters.

Absentees as follows: E.L. Wentworth, Apprentice Second-class, J. Jacobs, Oiler, P. Hansen, First-class Fireman, C. Ellis, Coal Passer, J. King, Seaman, C. King, Mess Attendant, J. Murphy, Chief Boatswain's Mate, G.F. Reeves, Apprentice Second-class, E.J. Colvell, Seaman Apprentice First-class, N. Pettersen, Coxswain, and Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant.

Navy Yard workmen continued work until 5.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Fine weather, bright starlight.

Calms to variable airs.

Slack tide.

Low water at 7.00pm, flood tide from 9.10pm.

Barometer steady.


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30 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and variable light airs.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and overcast.

Calms and light airs from WSW.

Barometer rising.

U.S.S. "Bennington" shifted berth to under shears.

By order of the Commanding Officer G.R. Coulter, Apprentice First-class, was released from confinement and restored to duty, his term of confinement having expired.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy at first, then fair.

Calms and light variables airs.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows in Construction [Department]: 1 machinist, 1 helper; 1 painter; 1 pipefitter; 4 joiners; 4 shipfitters; 2 ship's carpenters.

In yards and docks: 1 bricklayer; 1 laborer.

In Steam Engineering [Department]: 15 machinists, 8 helpers; 14 boilermakers, 9 helpers.

On account of taking in ammunition had no quarters or exercises.

Absentees: G.F. Reeves, Apprentice Second-class, J. Murphy, Chief Boatswain's Mate, J. Jacobs, Oiler, E.J. Colvell, Seaman Apprentice First-class, P. Hansen, First-class Fireman, C. Ellis, Coal Passer, E.L. Wentworth, Apprentice Second-class, J. King, Seaman, Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant, and C. King, Mess Attendant.

Received on board and stowed in shell room: 124 common shell, loaded and fused.

Flagship made following signal "Uniform will be service dress".


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light airs and breezes from SW and SSW.

Barometer falling slowly.

Navy Yard workmen employed on board as follows, Construction [Department]: 4 shipfitters; 2 shipwrights; 1 joiner; 1 machinist; 2 pipefitters, 2 helpers.

[In] Steam Engineering [Department]: 13 boilermakers; 12 machinists; 22 helpers.

Received on board in Ordnance Department: 156 cast iron shell for 6-inch breech loading rifle.

3rd Division had small arm target practice at Navy Yard range, expending 145 rounds of small arm ammunition.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Light breeze, falling to calm, from SSW.

Ebb tide.

Received from U.S.S. "Alert" the following named men: J.A. White, Second-class Fireman; H. Torstensen, Boatswain's Mate Second-class; T. Jones, Second-class Fireman; T. Keegan, Boatswain's Mate Second-class; E.S. Hermandson, Landsman; P. Mullen, Coxswain; O. Anderson, Landsman; H.W. Flint, Coxswain; A. Winter, Landsman; A. Hammar, Apothecary; W.H. Kane, Machinist; E. Lambert, Oiler; C.J. Madsen, Gunner's Mate Third-class; F. Burning, Landsman; C. Biehler, Landsman; T. Murray, Coxswain.

Transferred to U.S.S. "Alert" the following named men: C.F. Petterson, Boatswain's Mate Second-class; J. Quint, Boatswain's Mate Second-class; J. Martinsson, Gunner's Mate Third-class; L. Young, Coxswain; V. Fredrickson, Coxswain; H.J. Gibbons, Landsman; S.B. Hawley, Landsman; S.C. McQuay, Landsman; W. Ozard, Landsman; E.R. Peacock, Landsman; C. Kelly, Oiler; J. Rodrigues, Second-class Fireman; S.H. Smyth, Second-class Fireman; G.F. Face, Apothecary; C. Nelson, Machinist; N.P. Petterson, Coxswain.

At 5.20pm the schooner "Ferida [?]", containing powder and ordnance stores, was towed alongside.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy.

Light airs from SSW.

Barometer steady.

Flood tide.

The following men returned over liberty: J. Murphy, Chief Boatswain's Mate, 56 hours; E.J. Colvell, Seaman Apprentice First-class, 35 hours.


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31 October 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight until 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from WSW, shifting to SW last hour.

Barometer rising.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy overcast, last half with mist.

Light airs and breezes from SW and SSW.

Ebb tide.

Discharged "Ferida [?]", stowed after magazine and part of forward [see list below].


8am to meridian:

Overcast.

Light breezes from SSW and SW.

Stowed below in magazines 6-inch powder and fixed ammunition, which was received on board during preceding watch.

Received the following men from U.S.S. "Adams": N.P. Gloiar [?], Seaman, W.J. Lloyd [Lloid in log-book], Seaman, W. Shilling, Master-at-Arms Third-class, G.H. Whittaker, Shipwright.

Absentees as follows: J. King, Seaman, E.L. Wentworth, Apprentice Second-class, P. Hansen, First-class Fireman, C. Ellis, Coal Passer, J. Jacobs, Oiler, and G.F. Reeves, Apprentice Second-class.

Navy Yard workmen employed on board as follows, Construction [Department]: 6 machinists; 7 shipfitters; 7 shipwrights.

[In] Steam Engineering [Department]: 16 machinists, 19 helpers; 13 boilermakers; 2 bricklayers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from SW.

Barometer steady.

Transferred the following named men to U.S.S. "Adams": C.A. Carlsen, Shipwright; G.L. Fuller, Seaman; R. Williams, Seaman; W.H. McHugh, Seaman.

To U.S.S. "Bennington": E.F. Lamy, Coal Passer; H. Myles, Coal Passer; R.E. McGowan, Coal Passer; J. Sullivan, Coal Passer; P. Schmitt, Coal Passer; R. Whittaker, Machinist; C. Hudson, Coal Passer.

Received from U.S.S. "Bennington" the following men: G. Growney, Machinist; J.F. Broomfield, Coal Passer; P. Hennessey, Coal Passer; J. Henry, Coal Passer; J.T. Roadhouse, Coal Passer; E. Horigan, Coal Passer; H. Helling, Coal Passer.

Received in Equipment [Department]: 8 ensigns; 4 narrow pennants; and 1 jack.

Navy Yard workmen employed on board as in previous watch.

High water about 3.30pm.

Delivered to Lieutenant E.F. Leiper, U.S. Navy, news detaching him from duty on this ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle SW breezes.

Transferred to U.S.S. "Mohican" the following men: J.K. Pedersen, Coxswain; F. Kirezek, Seaman; J. Olsson, Seaman; W.B. Reeves, Seaman; J. Sharp, Seaman; O. Germundson, Ordinary Seaman; J. Emoe, Coal Passer; W.J. Fisk, Coal Passer; N. Anderson, Quartermaster Second-class; A. Nordstrom, Seaman; P. Peterson, Seaman; A. Smith, Seaman; C.E. Consey, Ordinary Seaman; B.R. Richardson, Ordinary Seaman; J. Burke, Coal Passer.

To U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence": A.E. Lowe, Gunner's Mate First-class; S. Jorna, Boatswain's Mate Second-class; G.R. Coulter, Apprentice First-class; E.J. Colvell, Seaman Apprentice First-class; J.E. Cooke, Apprentice Second-class; J.J. Carmody, Apprentice Second-class; J.C. Fisk, Apprentice First-class; A. Hasler, Seaman Apprentice First-class; A.J. Holland, Apprentice Second-class; D.J. Hollingsworth, Apprentice Second-class; J.H. McPherson, Apprentice Second-class; W. Waite, Apprentice Second-class; L. Weisshardt, Apprentice First-class; W.P. Munger, Apprentice First-class; F. Kinnier, Apprentice Second-class; A. Kircher, Apprentice First-class; J.F.B. Bohen, First-class Fireman; G. Green, First-class Fireman; G.P. Jordon, First-class Fireman; C.R. Lane, First-class Fireman; J. Sterling, First-class Fireman; W. Smithy, First-class Fireman; R. Butt, Second-class Fireman; G. Bendy, Second-class Fireman; H. Hill, Second-class Fireman; H.C. Lamparter, Second-class Fireman; L. Peters, Second-class Fireman; W. Howlley, Coal Passer; F. Earle, Bayman.

Received from U.S.S. "Mohican" the following men: C.H. Callas, Seaman; J.F. Shea, Coal Passer; E. Dunne, Seaman; O. Miller, Seaman; A. Garren, Seaman; W. Watson, Quartermaster Second-class; E. Murphy, Seaman; J.H. Madison, Seaman; O. Gannon, Coal Passer; J.F. Frawley, Coal Passer; W.M. Barnes, Seaman; J. Mackin, Seaman.

Navy Yard workmen employed on board until 5.00pm, same as preceding watch.


Approved: [signed] W.M. Folger, Commander U.S. Navy Commanding.


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4am to 8am:

Received on board in the Ordnance Department the following: 196 ordinary charges, 6-inch breech loading rifle; 182 reduced charges, 6-inch breech loading rifle; 220 common shell, 6-pounder Hotchkiss rapid fire gun; 640 common shell, 3-pounder Hotchkiss rapid fire gun; 240 common shell, 1-pounder Hotchkiss rapid fire gun; 60 steel shell, 6-pounder Hotchkiss rapid fire gun; 80 steel shell, 3-pounder Hotchkiss rapid fire gun; 180 steel shell, 37 mm Hotchkiss rapid fire gun; 20,000 cartridges, .45 caliber; 6,000 cartridges, .38 caliber; 300 vent-sealing primers (percussion), 6-inch breech loading rifle; 300 vent-sealing primers (external friction), 6-inch breech loading rifle; 51 boxes of powder for U.S.S. "Charleston".



LOGS FOR NOVEMBER 1894


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1 November 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight to 4am:

Clear first hour, then fog overhead.

Light breeze and airs from SW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light breeze and airs from SW.

Barometer steady.

Navy Yard workmen on board at 7.30am


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, clearing last hour.

Light airs from SW.

Barometer steady.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows in Construction [Department]: 6 machinists; 7 shipwrights; 5 shipfitters; 2 carpenters.

In Equipment [Department]: 1 joiner; 1 electrical machinist.

In Steam Engineering [Department]: 17 machinists, 9 helpers; 1 pipefitter; 13 boilermakers; 2 bricklayers, 2 helpers.

And 2 mechanics in Ordnance [Department].

Crew engaged at ship's work.

Absentees as follows: Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant, E.L. Wentworth, Apprentice Second-class, P. Hansen, First-class Fireman, and J. Jacobs, Oiler.

By order of Commanding Officer J. King, Seaman, and C. King, Mess Attendant, were this day declared deserters from the United States Naval Service, they having been absent ten days without leave.

Received stores in Navigation Department: 1 binocular glass; 2 sinkers for sounding machine; 4 log-books, smooth; 24 log-books, rough; 20 pounds arming for leads; 8 log-books (dynamo); 2 dozen thumb tacks; 14 screw plugs; 3 pounds insulating tape.


Meridian to 4pm [am in log-book]:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and light airs from SW.

Tide turned ebb at 3.25pm.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows in Construction [Department]: 8 shipwrights; 5 shipfitters; 2 joiners; 1 machinist.

In Steam Engineering [Department]: 17 machinists, 9 helpers; 18 boilermakers, 8 helpers; 1 pipefitter; 2 bricklayers, 2 helpers.

Lieutenant J.M. Robinson reported on board for duty on this vessel.

Crew engaged in red-leading forward cofferdams and tiller room.

Received from the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence" the following named men: T. Lee, Second-class Fireman; F.J. Radka, Second-class Fireman; C.W. Chadwick, First-class Fireman; J. Schlicht, First-class Fireman; R. Henderlong, First-class Fireman; J. King, First-class Fireman; G. Burton, First-class Fireman; A. Hansen, First-class Fireman; A. Burton, Second-class Fireman; L. Turner, Second-class Fireman; W. Sullivan, First-class Fireman; J. Martin, First-class Fireman; J. Murphy, First-class Fireman; A. Beck, First-class Fireman; J. Rooney, First-class Fireman; John Murphy, First-class Fireman; and P.J. Hanlon, Machinist.

Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant, returned on board 91 hours over time.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW.

Barometer steady.

At 5.40pm mustered at quarters and stationed crew for fire quarters.

Following men absent without leave: E.L. Wentworth, Apprentice Second-class, P. Hansen, First-class Fireman, J. Jacobs, Oiler, and G.F. Reeves, Apprentice Second-class.

Low water about 8.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW during first part of watch, then calm.

Barometer steady.

R. Homes, Seaman, was reported absent without leave at 8.45pm.

Slack tide, low water at 7.45pm, flood tide from 8.00pm.

At 11.40pm R. Homes returned on board, having left the ship without permission.


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2 November 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight to 4am:

Clear first part, then foggy, clearing up again last hour.

Calm first part, then light airs from NE.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, foggy, clearing last hour.

Calms and light variable airs.

Barometer rising.

Tide turned ebb about 7.30am.

Executed morning orders.

Navy Yard workmen came on board at 7.30am.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm.

Flood tide made at 11.30am.

Navy Yard [workmen] on board as follows in Construction [Department]: 3 shipfitters; 1 carpenter; 1 painter; 3 machinists, 1 helper.

In Steam Engineering [Department]: 16 machinists, 10 helpers; 18 boilermakers, 9 helpers.

In Ordnance [Department]: 1 machinist.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters.

Absentees: G.F. Reeves, Apprentice Second-class, E.L. Wentworth, Apprentice Second-class, J.A. White, Second-class Fireman, J. Jacobs, Oiler, P. Hansen, First-class Fireman, J.H. Matheson, Seaman, J.H. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, J.F. Frawley, Coal Passer, O. Miller, Seaman, and E. Dunne, Seaman.

Marine Guard went to barracks for drill.

By order of Commanding Officer placed R. Homes, Seaman, under sentry's charge to await trial by Court Martial.

Received in Department of Steam Engineering: 2 distiller coils.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and light airs from NE.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows, Construction [Department]: 3 shipwrights; 2 carpenters; 2 machinists, 1 helper; 1 pipefitter.

[In] Steam Engineering [Department]: 15 machinists, 9 helpers; 9 boilermakers, 5 helpers; 5 laggers.

In Ordnance [Department]: 1 machinist.

Received the following draft of (20) men from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence": R.E. Radcliffe, Gunner's Mate First-class; M.P. O'Reilley, Second-class Fireman; J.J. Gray, Coal Passer; F. Allen, Apprentice Second-class; C.E. Bracken, Apprentice Second-class; J.J. Donahue, Apprentice Second-class; B. Lipman [Lippman in log-book], Apprentice Third-class; A. Young, Apprentice Third-class; G.B. Studley, Apprentice Third-class; E.T. White, Apprentice Third-class; J Sinclair, Boatswain's Mate Second-class; J.C. Murray, Bayman; T. Furlong, Coal Passer; W. Brady, Apprentice Second-class; J.J. Connolly, Apprentice Second-class; L.A. Lamar, Apprentice Second-class; W.H. Meister, Apprentice Third-class; W. Scott, Apprentice Third-class; W. Ward, Apprentice Third-class; A. Young, Apprentice First-class.

Placed Ah Loui, Mess Attendant, under sentry's charge, for fighting, to await action of Commanding Officer.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear first hour, then partly cloudy.

Calm and light airs from NE.

Navy Yard workmen on board until 4.30pm.

At 5.30pm mustered at quarters, absentees: G.F. Reeves, Apprentice Second-class, J.A. White, Second-class Fireman, J. Jacobs, Oiler, P. Hansen, First-class Fireman, J.H. Matheson, Seaman, J.H. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, J.F. Frawley, Coal Passer, and O. Miller, Seaman.

By order of the Commanding Officer R. Homes, Seaman, was placed in confinement for ten days, for leaving ship without permission.

G.F. Reeves, Apprentice Second-class, J. Jacobs, Oiler, E.L. Wentworth, Apprentice Second-class, [sic].


8pm to midnight:

Clear and warm.

Calms to light variable airs.

Barometer steady.

Ebb tide at 8.00pm.

Started fires in boiler A.


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3 November 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from NNE first part, calm last part.

Slack water, low water at 12.30am.


4am to 8am:

Clear first hour, then clouding over.

Calms and light variable airs.

Slack water, high water at 7.00am.

Navy Yard workmen came on board at 7.30am.

Ellis C., Coal Passer, returned on board 167½ hours over time.

By order of the Commanding Officer released Ah Loui, Mess Attendant [from sentry's charge].


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy and pleasant.

Calms to Light airs from SW.

Barometer steady.

Navy Yard workmen employed on board as follows, Steam Engineering [Department]: 15 boilermakers; 2 machinists; 14 helpers.

In Construction [Department]: 10 shipfitters; 1 carpenter; 2 joiners; 1 pipefitter; 1 machinist; 1 coppersmith; and 2 helpers.

In Ordnance [Department]: 2 mechanics.

Received on board the following stores in Equipment Department: 1 fore staysail down haul, 2¼-inch; 2 falls, waist, boat; 4 jigger falls; 5 man ropes; 2 mast whips, fore; 2 mast whips, main; 2 set hatch tarpaulins; 12 [2 inside circle] mast cover; 12 [2 inside circle] searchlight cover; 17 [7 inside circle] boat tarpaulin.

Absentees as follows: J. Mathenson, Seaman, J.H. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, J.F. Frawley, Coal Passer, O. Miller, Seaman, J. Henry, Coal Passer, J.A. White, Second-class Fireman, P. Hansen, First-class Fireman, W.H. Kane, Machinist, and E. Dunne, Seaman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from SW first hour, light breeze from South during remainder of watch.

Flood tide.

At 2.00pm called all hands to cast off moorings and dropped ship astern half a length and moored afresh.

Received from U.S.S. "Alert": N.P. Pettersen, Coxswain, with necessary transfer papers.

Received in Construction Department: 1 diving suit; and 500 pounds red lead.

Received in Ordnance Department: 1 long 1-pounder rapid fire gun, mount and fittings, complete, as follows: 1 1-pounder, long, number 17; 1 1-pounder cage stand, number 16; 1 1-pounder disk circle, number 31; 1 1-pounder recoil mount ([left blank]); 1 1-pounder accessory box; 1 cleaning brush; 1 oil can; 1 screw driver; 1 dismounting lever; 1 bristle wiper; 1 box spare parts; 2 extractors; 1 firing point; 1 mainspring; 1 spring; 1 wiping rod; 1 canvas cover; 1 shoulder box; 1 carpenter's ratchet brace; 1 set drills, from 1/32 to ¼ [inches] by 32nds; 2 files, 5 inches, flat; 2 files, 6 inches, half round; 2 files, 6 inches, rat tail; to replace 1 short 1-pounder rapid fire gun.

The following yard hands at work on board, namely: 10 shipfitters; 1 carpenter; 2 joiners; 2 pipefitters; 12 machinists, 7 helpers; 1 calker; 1 coppersmith; 13 boilermakers and 2 helpers.

E. Dunne, Seaman, returned on board (clean and sober) 5 hours over time.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from South first hour, calm remainder of watch.

Barometer steady.

Transferred to U.S.S. "Alert", with necessary papers: H.W. Flint, Coxswain.

At 5.40pm went to quarters for muster.

Absentees as follows: J. Mathenson, Seaman, J.H. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, J.F. Frawley, Coal Passer, O. Miller, Seaman, J. Henry, Coal Passer, J.A. White, Second-class Fireman, P. Hansen, First-class Fireman, and W.H. Kane, Machinist.

Navy Yard [workmen] employed on board until 4.30pm, same as in preceding watch.


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8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm.

Bright starlight.

Ebb tide during watch.

Barometer steady.


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4 November 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and calm.

Barometer steady.

Tide turned flood about 2.00am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm.

Barometer rising.


8am to meridian:

Clear, warm and pleasant.

Light airs from ENE first part and from SW during last part.

At 10.00am the Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew at quarters, after which called all hands to muster, read the Articles for Government of the Navy, and mustered the crew.

The following named men were absent without leave: J. Mathenson, Seaman, J.H. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, J.F. Frawley, Coal Passer, O. Miller, Seaman, C. Biehler, Landsman, J. Henry, Coal Passer, W. Thornton, Private Marine, J.A. White, Second-class Fireman, and P. Hansen, First-class Fireman.

Placed J. Tillander, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, under sentry's charge, he being under the influence of liquor.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, warm

Calm and light airs from SW.

Slight falling barometer.

Tide turned flood at 2.00pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, mild and pleasant weather.

Light airs and breezes from SW.

By order of Commanding Officer J. Weir, Seaman, was placed under sentry's charge, for being under the influence of liquor, and J. Tillander, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, was released from sentry's charge.

O. Miller, Seaman, returned on board 58 hours over time.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from SW.

Barometer rising.

Ebb tide during watch.


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5 November 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Midnight to 4am:

Clear and calm.

Slack water, low at 1.00am.


4am to 8am:

Fair, cool and calm.

Making preparations for coaling.

Commenced coaling at 7.10am.

At 8.00am 31 tons 1960 pounds of coal received.


8am to meridian:

Clear and calm.

Barometer steady.

Coaling ship, received up to noon 132 tons 1820 pounds coal.

W.H. Kane, Machinist, J.H. Mathenson, Seaman, O. Miller, Seaman, J.H. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, P. Hansen, First-class Fireman, J.A. White, Second-class Fireman, C. Biehler, Landsman, J. Henry, Coal Passer, and F. Allen, Apprentice Second-class, absent without leave.

Stopped firing under boiler A and allowed fires to die out.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light air from SW.

Tide turned flood at 2.00pm.

Coaling, took in during watch 63 tons (829 barrows).

Received on board in Navigation [Department]: 4 boxes charts; 1 box of books.

In Equipment [Department]: 4 bath tubs.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows in Construction [Department]: 2 machinists, 2 helpers; 8 shipfitters; 1 painter.

In Steam Engineering [Department]: 7 machinists, 9 helpers; 9 boilermakers, 5 helpers; 1 pipefitter.

Transferred to the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence": W. Thornton, Yeoman; Ah Sing, Wardroom Cook; Ah Hoy, Mess Attendant; D. Gamero, Mess Attendant; Ah Loui, Mess Attendant; E.F. Hennessey, Mess Attendant; Low Tuck, Wardroom Steward; F.J. Horn, Mess Attendant; C. Ellis, Coal Passer; and F. Higgins, Boatswain's Mate First-class.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and light airs from SW.

Barometer rising.

Quit coaling at 6.00pm, having received in all 299 tons 1890 pounds coal.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm.

Bright starlight.

Slack high water at 7.45pm, ebb tide from 8.05pm.


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6 November 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Commences and until 4am:

Clear, cool and calm.

Low water at 2.30am.

Barometer steady.


4am to 8am:

Clear and calm.

Flood tide.

Barometer rising.

Sent working part to get steam launch in water.

Commenced coaling at 7.00am.

At 8.00am had received 18 tons 1348 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm.

Flood tide at 9.30am.

Coaling stopped at 9.00am, to await finishing of starboard bunkers, received during watch 16 tons 1509 pounds.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows in Steam Engineering [Department]: 8 boilermakers, 4 helpers; 15 machinists, 9 helpers.

In Construction [Department]: 12 shipfitters.

In yard and dock: 2 joiners.

Crew engaged in preparing tiller room for painting.

Absentees: W.H. Kane, Machinist, J.H. Mathison, Seaman, O. Miller, Seaman, J. Murphy, First-class Fireman, H. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, J.A. White, Second-class Fireman, C. Biehler, Landsman, J. Henry, Coal Passer, and F. Allen, Apprentice Second-class.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Calm and variable light airs.

Commenced coaling into starboard bunkers at 2.15pm, took on 22 tons during watch.

At 3.50pm lighted fires under boiler A.

Transferred the following men to the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence", with bag, hammocks, et cetera. (see list [below]).

Navy Yard workmen employed on board as follows, Construction [Department]: 1 pipefitter; 2 machinists.

In (yard) dock: 1 mason, 1 helper.

[In] Steam Engineering [Department]: 2 laggers.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm.

Slack water high at 8.00pm.

Coaling until 5.00pm, received during watch 10 tons 920 pounds, making 279 tons 1867 pounds, in all.

J. Henry, Coal Passer, and J.H. Mathison [Matthison in log-book], Seaman, returned on board over time.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm to light variable airs.

Flood tide at 8.00pm, ebb tide from 8.45pm.


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Meridian to 4pm, Tuesday November 6th, 1894.

Transferred the following men, with bags, hammocks and all necessary papers, to U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence", Continuous Service Certificates: 10495; 3606; 10135; 10110; 10193; 10496; 7142; 8504; 5262; 7040; 10153; 9303; 9177.

J.B. Bird, Seaman; J.H. O'Connor, Ship's Cook; V. Blanchard, Water Tender; J. Sloane, Oiler; A. Carlsen, Chief Carpenter's Mate; J. Turner, Chief Gunner's Mate; C.F. Chase, Yeoman; J. Tillander, Boatswain's Mate Second-class; T. Casey, Water Tender; C. Todoresco, Second-class Fireman; W. Cochrane, Water Tender; A.S. Williams, Armorer; M. Gleeson, Boiler Maker; R. Wilson, Gunner's Mate Third-class: J.M. Garbrey, Jack of the Dust; E.P. Weber, Ship's Writer Second-class; F. Jones, Carpenter's Mate Third-class; J.L. Whittaker, Oiler; J. Lynch, Oiler; J. Morean, Oiler.


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7 November 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Commences and until 4am:

[Partly covered by a rolled up inserts, but text can be read above first inserted note below]

Clear, cool and pleasant.

Calm first half, light airs from ENE third hour, increasing to light breeze with moderate puffs during last hour.

Slack water low at 3.00am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze, in squalls first hour, from NE by East to East.

Flood tide.

Began coaling at 7.00am, took in during hour 21 tons 1010 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle Easterly breeze.

Coaling ship until 10.15am, when stopped, having received on board during watch 31 tons.

Total amount of coal received on board 332 tons.

After coaling unrigged coaling stages and started to clean ship.

Navy Yard workmen employed on board as follows, Steam Engineering [Department]: 13 machinists; 9 boilermakers; 12 helpers.

[In] yard and dock: 1 bricklayer; 2 laborers.

[In] Construction [Department]: 1 pipefitter; 1 painter.

Received in Ordnance Department: 14 boxes 3-pounder ammunition; 10 boxes 1-pounder ammunition; 1 short 1-pounder gun (cone and circle), complete with box of spare articles, et cetera.

Transferred to U.S.S. "Adams", with bag, hammock and necessary papers: G.H. Whitaker, Shipwright.

Absentees: James Murphy, First-class Fireman, E. Horigan, Coal Passer, J. Murphy, First-class Fireman, C. Biehler, Landsman, F. Allen, Apprentice Second-class, W.H. Kane, Machinist, J.H. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, O. Miller, Seaman, and J.A. White, Second-class Fireman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Light breeze from East and ENE.

Slack water low at 3.30pm.

Cleaning ship.

Transferred to Naval Hospital Mare Island: E.L. Wen and C.D. Lehmkuhl, Private Marine.

Fifteen machinists, seven helpers and four laborers at work in Engineering Department, and two shipwrights in Construction Department.

Received on board in Equipment Department the following stores (see lists [below]).


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breezes from ENE until 4.30pm.

Received the following drafts of men (see list [below]).


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from ENE first part, calm last part.

Slack water high at 9.30pm.


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Wednesday November 7th, 1894, 4pm to 8pm.

Received from U.S.S. "Alert" the following men, namely: James McCudden, Landsman; Ralph Shay, Seaman; C. Nelson, Machinist; James Rake, First-class Fireman.

Received from U.S.S. "Mohican" the following men, namely: Clinton M. Rhode, First-class Fireman; John J. O'Meara; Second-class Fireman.

Received from U.S.S. "Adams": C.A. Carlsen, Shipwright.


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Received on board November 7th, 1894, 4pm to 8pm:

150 pounds manila 18-thread; 500 pounds blacksmith's coal; 50 fishing hooks; 20 pounds chrome green; 10 pounds bronze, powder; 3 gallons orange shellac varnish; 1 gallon gold size; 100 pounds gypsum; 12 chain chocks; 4 pounds copper rivets; 12 paint brushes, ⅞ [inch]; 12 light's glass, 16 x 30; 70 gallons linseed oil, raw; 1 gallon bronze, liquid; 1 quart nitric acid; 150 pounds shellac, dry; 1500 gallons white zinc; 50 gallons ultramarine blue; 100 pounds lye or potash; 200 gallons vermilion, oil; 2 lifebuoys and pulls; 100 feet (more or less) oak; 250 feet (more or less) mahogany.


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Received on board November 7th, 1894, 4pm to 8pm:

60 gallons alcohol; 150 pounds cleaning paste; 20 pounds copper nails; 300 sheets sand paper; 10 pounds glue; 40 pounds nails, copper; 2 dozen files, 16 inches; 1 monkey wrench; 1 Stillson wrench; 6 flat wrenches; 2 dozen pipe fittings; 6 pipe plugs; 6 pipe nippers; 1 hammer; 3 pounds bars; 1 dozen paint brushes, fitch, 1 dozen paint brushes, 5 inches; 10 gallons spar varnish; 5 gallons turpentine damar; 5 gallons Japan Drier; 10 gallons lamp black; 30 gallons turpentine; 25 pounds Venetian red; 20 pounds burnt umber; 2 twist drills, ½-inch; 150 feet (more or less) white pine; 200 feet (more or less) ash.


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8 November 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Commences and until 4am:

Clear and calm.

Barometer rising.

Ebb tide.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm first part, light airs from East last part.

Barometer rising.

Flood tide.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light airs from East to SE by East.

Slack water high at 10.30am.

U.S.S. "Bennington" hauled out to buoy below U.S.S. "Philadelphia".

U.S.S. "Adams" hauled out of dry dock and moored in U.S.S. "Bennington's" old berth at wharf.

Engaged in taking in stores, and testing engines.

F.E. Shute, Ship's Writer Third-class, was transferred to this ship from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence".

Transferred to General Storekeeper: 6 barrels condemned flour.

Received in Engineer's Department stores as per list, namely (see lists [below]).

Lieutenant D.P. Menefee reported for duty on board this ship.

Lieutenant Thomas H. Stevens was placed under suspension, for being disrespectful in language and deportment to the Commanding Officer.

2 machinists and 1 pipefitter at work in Construction Department, 10 machinists and 5 helpers at work in Engineer's Department.

Absentees: James Murphy, First-class Fireman, E. Horigan, Coal Passer, John Murphy, First-class Fireman, C. Biehler, Landsman, W.H. Kane, Machinist, J.H. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, O. Miller, Seaman, and J.A. White, Second-class Fireman.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Calm.

Rising barometer.

At 1.00pm called all hands to muster and read proceedings and sentence of Summary Court Martial in the case of Thomas Dalton, First-class Fireman.

The sentence was disapproved by the convening authority and Dalton was later transferred to the U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence", necessary papers being sent through the Commandant.

Private E.E. Lindsey (U.S. Marine Corps) reported on board for duty, with bag and hammock.

Received from U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence" a draft of 10 men for this ship [no names mentioned], and a draft of 10 men for transportation to U.S.S. "Baltimore", with necessary papers and bags and hammocks.

Crew engaged in painting ship.

Received in Construction [Department]: one dinghy, with accessories.

And stores in Paymaster's Department and Engineer's Department as per annexed lists [below].

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows in Construction [Department]: 1 pipefitter; 1 machinist, 1 helper.

In Steam Engineering [Department]: 9 machinists and 5 helpers.

In Equipment [Department]: 2 dynamo machinists.

Ebb tide.

W.O. Caine, Paymaster's Clerk, resigned.

Transferred to this ship from U.S.S. "Adams": Stanley Barker, Ship's Writer Second-class.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear, calm and pleasant.

Slack water low at 5.00pm.

Yard workmen left the ship at 4.30pm.

Transferred the effects of W.H. Kane, Machinist, to U.S.S. "Alert", he being absent without leave.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, calm and pleasant.

Barometer steady.

Navy Yard workmen on board as follows: 5 dynamo machinists in Equipment [Department].

E. Horigan, Coal Passer, returned on board 51½ hours over time.


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Received on board in Paymaster's Department, meridian to 4pm, November 8th, 1894:

Biscuit, 1050 pounds; flour, 1000 pounds; salt pork, 2000 pounds; beans, 171 2/8 gallons; salt beef, 400 pounds; apples, 100 pounds; peaches, 100 pounds; prunes, 100 pounds; butter, 212½ pounds; tomatoes, 108 pounds; tin beef, 528 pounds; corn beef, 528 pounds; coffee, 500 pounds; tea, 150 pounds; pickles, 513 pounds; vinegar, 55 gallons; vegetables, 496 pounds; soap, 1500 pounds; sugar, 2291 pounds; white shirts, 50; flannel [shirts], 100; calf shoes, 50; wool socks, 200; mattresses, 5; mattress covers, 20; neckerchiefs, 100; white hats, 300; tobacco, 600 pounds; linen tape, 500 pieces; cap ribbons, 400.


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Brought on board for Commanding Officer, 4pm to 8pm, November 8th, 1894:

Plated ware: 2 boxing dish linings; 2 boxing dishes, small; 1 chafing dish; 1 mustard pot; 1 red pepper shaker; 1 tea strainer; 1 gravy ladle; 1 sugar tongs; 1 cheese scoop; 1 fish knife and fork; 1 crumb knife and fork; 1 carving knife and fork, small; 1 carving set; 1 sugar bowl, medium; 1 cream pitcher; 1 soup tureen; 1 pepper mill; 1 black coffee pot; 1 boxing dish; 1 meat dish; 1 butter dish; 1 boxing dish, small; 1 water pitcher; 1 sugar bowl; 1 vegetable dish, plain; 1 gravy boat; 1 castor, plain; 1 bread tray; 2 waiter's [trays]; 1 soup ladle; 15 coffee spoons; 20 table spoons; 15 dessert spoons; 1 mustard spoon; 2 salt spoons; 1 pickle fork; 20 tea spoons; 20 table forks; 20 table knives; 20 dessert knives; 20 dessert forks; 6 nut crackers.

Glassware: 15 finger bowls; 2 decanters, 1 quart; 2 decanters, 1 pint; 2 decanters, ½ pint; 18 glasses, sherry; 18 glasses, claret, number 1; 18 glasses, claret, number 2; 18 glasses, champagne; 24 glasses, tumbler; 18 glasses, liquor; 15 ice plates.


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Brought on board for Commanding Officer:

Glassware: 6 salt cellars; 4 preserve dishes; 1 celery dish; 1 syrup pitcher; 2 water bottles.

Chinaware: 2 sauce boats and stands; 2 gravy boats and stands; 1 salad bowl, large; 1 salad bowl, small; 2 comforters; 18 cups and saucers, breakfast; 18 cups and saucers, tea; 18 cups and saucers, after dinner; 18 cups, egg; 1 meat dish, 18-inch; 1 meat dish, 14-inch; 2 meat dishes, 10-inch; 1 fish dish; 2 vegetable dishes, large; 2 vegetable dishes, small; 2 pitchers, 3 pints; 2 pitchers, 1 pint; 1 hot water jug; 18 plates, breakfast; 18 dessert dishes; 24 dinner plates; 18 soup dishes; 15 bread and butter dishes; 18 small, deep dishes; 2 fruit dishes; 2 pickle dishes; 2 celery dishes; 2 bread plates; 2 muffin plates and covers.


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Received in Engineer's Department, meridian to 4pm:

24 dust brushes; 24 tube brushes; 5 pounds plaster [of] Paris; 50 yards webbing, oil cup; 25 pounds marline; 2 pounds worsted zephyr; 15 pounds lead wire; 25 pounds hexagon head cup screens; 12 hose clamps; 500 feet seizing wire; 250 machine screws; 100 collars, spring, brass; 24 nozzles for squirt cans; 50 hand lamp burners; 1 bull eye lantern, brass; 15 feet leather belting; 3 gear wheels; 10 pounds soft solder; 122 rubber gaskets; 21 angle valves; 15 globe valves; 24 check valves; 12 steam gauge cocks; 6 oil cups; 200 pounds cotton waste; 18 pounds Russian iron; 1 length each Muntz metal, ⅜ inch x 1¼ inch, 2-inch diameter; 2 lengths each Muntz metal, ⅜ inch, round; 1 sheet iron, Russian, 1/16 inch; 2 dozen corn brooms; 1 sheet iron, 3/16 inch x 3 feet x 4 feet; 1 sheet iron, 5/16 inch x 3 feet x 4 feet; 100 pounds animal charcoal; 250 pounds sal soda; 197 pounds sheet lead, 1/32-inch, 1/16-inch, ⅛-inch, 3/16-inch thick; 1 each length pipe, brass, ¼-inch, ⅜-inch, ½-inch, ¾-inch, 1¼-inch, 1½-inch, 1-inch thick; 1each length pipe, iron, ¾-inch, 1-inch; 3 barrels cylinder [oil]; dinghy (her outfit): 1 mast; 1 boom; 1 sprit; 6 oars; 2 boathooks; 1 flagstaff; 2 awning stanchions; 3 stretchers; 1 back board; 1 rudder; 1 yoke, brass; 6 rowlocks.


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9 November 1894

At Navy Yard, Mare Island, California

Lat 38.092, Long -122.260


Commences and until 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from ESE.

Ebb tide.

Navy Yard workmen engaged with electrical outfit.


4am to 8am:

Calm and cool, thick fog.

Flood tide.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and foggy first half, clear and pleasant remainder of watch.

Calm.

Falling barometer.

Crew engaged taking stores aboard, painting ship outside and at ship's work generally.

Following men absent without leave: A. Young, Apprentice Third-class, and William McDonald, Coal Passer.

The following men declared as deserters (see slip [below]).

Navy Yard employees on board as follows in Equipment [Department]: 5 electricians; 1 electric machinist.

In Construction [Department]: 1 pipefitter; 1 machinist and 1 helper.

In Steam Engineering [Department]: 6 machinists and 2 helpers.

Transferred to Construction [Department]: 1 dinghy.

Tide turned flood about 10.00am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm and light airs from South.

Low water at 3.00pm.

Painting ship outside.

Received stores in Steam Engineering, Equipment and Navigation [Departments] as per appended lists [below].

Received from Marine Barracks Thomas Keane, Private Marine, for duty on board.

Transferred to U.S. Receiving Ship U.S.S. "Independence": N.M. Nilsen, Seaman; A. Larsen, Seaman; P.A. Patterson, Seaman; E. Tompke, Gunner's Mate Second-class; E. Dunne, Seaman; O. Nygard, Seaman; G. Burton, First-class Fireman.

Received from U.S.S. "Independence" E.F. Roggers, Ship's Cook Fourth-class; F.U. Pearson, Apprentice Second-class; R.W. Pawley, Coal Passer; W. Taylor, Coal Passer.

Steam launch picked up the dead body of an enlisted man identified as belonging to U.S.S. "Philadelphia" and turned it over to that vessel.

Navy Yard workmen on board as in preceding watch.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm first three hours, light airs from SW last hour.

Crew engaged receiving stores and preparing ship for sea generally.

A. Young, Apprentice Third-class, returned on board over time, also William McDonald, Coal Passer, who left the ship without permission.

C. Biehler, Landsman, returned on board over time.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Calm to light breezes from SW.

Barometer steady.

Slack water high tide at 11.40pm, ebb tide from midnight.

Navy [Yard] workmen on board as follows: 3 carpenters; 2 electricians and 1 helper; in steam engineering 2 machinists and 1 superintendent.


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8am to meridian, Friday November 9th, 1894.

The following men declared as deserters, namely: J.H. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, C. Biehler, Landsman, James Murphy, First-class Fireman, J.A. White, Second-class Fireman, F. Howard, Ship's Writer Second-class.


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Received in Equipment [Department], meridian to 4pm, November 9th, 1894:

58 pounds copper bolts; 150 pounds iron [bolts]; 70 gallons lubricating [oil]; 40 gallons lard oil; 1 harness cask; 50 gallons cylinder oil; 100 pounds cotton waste; 40 yards bunting, red, 18-inch; 40 yards bunting, white, 18-inch; 45 pounds brass sheet; 4 hand lanterns; 1 set stationery; 2 cask turners; 1 chopping bowl; 1 tea strainer; 1 waffle iron; 2 sieves, flour; 1 table cover; 10 rugs, Smyrna; 125 fathoms wire; 1 tea kettle; 5 water ewers.


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Stores received in Engineering Department, November 9th, 1894, 8am to meridian and meridian to 8pm:

~1 quart muriatic acid; ~0 pounds white chalk; ~5 pounds plumbago; ~5 pounds resin; ~0 pounds lye; ~0 pounds potash; ~0 gallons boiled oil; ~0 gallons turpentine; ~5 gallons Japan Drier; ~0 gallons zinc paint, brown; ~5 gallons damar varnish; ~3 gallons hard oil finish; ~00 pounds putz pomade; ~20 pounds sugar lead drier; 300 pounds white lead paint; 300 pounds white zinc paint; 20 pounds vermilion paint; 15 pounds chrome green paint; 36 nipples; 120 water gauge glasses; 105 valves, rubber, air pump; 50 each [sic] grommets; 4 dozen lead pencils; 1 roll blue paint paper; 1 bottle prepared drawing ink; 1 right line drawing pen; 12 thumb tacks; 4 quires wrapping paper; 6 memorandum books; 12 memorandum pads; 2 bottles carmine ink; 3 pints recording ink; 1 ream letter paper; 2 gross steel pens; 1 box paper fasteners; 12 feet iron [?] chain, ⅛-inch; 50 pounds iron washers; 12 gross screws; 200 fire bricks; 1 barrel fire clay; 4 padlocks; 24 scoop shovels; 4 brass oil fillers; 12 squirt cans; 10 pounds copper wire; 24 valves, hydrometers; 36 hand lamps; 12 lantern globes; 24 pump plungers and shoves; 50 pounds wire gauge; 100 pounds sheet rubber; 50 pounds flax packing.


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Stores received in Steam Engineering Department, November 9th, 1894:

~ sheets blotting paper; ~ ream foolscap; ~0 grate bars, boiler; ~ soldering irons; ~ Turner's furnace; ~ elliptic spring tube brushes; ~ alligator wrenches; ~ screw wrenches; ~ pliers, round nose; ~ pliers; ~ wire nippers; ~ Turner's mallet; ~ washer cutter; ~ Stillson wrenches; ~ files; ~ leather punches; ~ straight shank drills; ~ drill racket; ~ taps; ~ wrench, adjustable tabs; ~ quires emery cloth; ~ quires fine sand paper; ~ pipe diameter tap; 48 file handles; 24 ship scrapers; 4 slice bars; 4 hoes; 1 wrench; 100 pump valve springs; 200 pounds cotton waste.

Received in Navigation [Department]: 1 sounding machine; 2 sinkers, deep sea; 1 box of tubes for sounding; 2 tube holders.


THE VOYAGES OF USS YORKTOWN
Operations in the North Pacific

JP map Yorktown North Pacific 1894

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10 November 1894

At anchor Mare Island, and making passage to Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands

Lat 38.05, Long -122.32 [Estimated position]


Commences and until 4am:

Overcast and foggy.

Light airs from SW first part, light Southeasterly breeze last part.

Steam in boiler A.

At 2.15am started fires under three remaining boilers B, C and D.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and foggy.

Calm.

Flood tide.

Hoisted in steam launch.

J.H. Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, returned on board 17 hours over time.


8am to meridian:

Generally overcast and foggy, clearing at times.

Calm first hour, light SW breeze remainder [of watch].

Barometer falling.

Engaged receiving stores and completing preparations for sea.

At 10.00am called unmoor ship, asked and received permission, and at 10.15am unmoored and left dock, and stood down San Pablo Bay, Commander conning vessel.

At 10.45am came to with port anchor on account of fog, got under way at 11.45am.

At 11.50am put over patent log.

Crew engaged cleaning ship.

Draft forward 14 feet, aft 16 feet 9 inches.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, with light fog first hour, fog increasing toward end of watch.

Under steam from four boilers, making passage through San Pablo and San Francisco Bays under conn of Commanding Officer until 1.25pm, when passed Lime Point abeam, distant ½ mile.

At 1.54pm passed mid-channel buoy abeam (patent log [reading] 28.2).

At 3.00pm set course SW½S, which course was steered remainder of watch.

While running through fog slowed down to half speed, that is 60 revolutions.

Average speed 7.8 knots, average revolutions 58.6.


4pm to 6pm:

Cool, with thick fog.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NW.

At 4.30pm got 116 fathoms water, stopped sounding and changed course to S53°W.

Mustered at quarters at 4.45pm and exercised at fire quarters.

Bent fore trysail.


6pm to 8pm:

Foggy, cool.

Gentle NW breeze.

Rising barometer.

Vessel on course S53°W, slowed to half speed occasionally on account of fog.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, average revolutions 93.5, average speed 8.5 knots.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, misty and light fog.

Smooth sea.

Gentle breeze from NW.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 100.7.

Patent log read 32.2 at end of watch.


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8am to meridian:

By order of the Commanding Officer the following changes have taken place in the ratings of members of this ship's company and acting appointments have been issued accordingly.


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Ratings and Disratings.


Name

Date

From

To

J.J. Carmody

October 1, 1894

Apprentice Second-class

Apprentice First-class

A. Hill

October 1, 1894

Quartermaster Third-class

Quartermaster First-class

E.P. Weber

October 4, 1894

Ship's Writer First-class

Landsman

E.P. Weber

October 5, 1894

Landsman

Ship's Writer Second-class

F. Howard

October 5, 1894

Ship's Writer Third-class

Ship's Writer Second-class

C.J. Fields

October 5, 1894

Seaman

Gunner's Mate Second-class

G.W. Gregory

October 12, 1894

Ship's Writer Third-class

Yeoman

J.C. Wolff

October 7, 1894

Seaman

Coxswain

G. Shilling

November 1, 1894

Seaman

Master-at-Arms Third-class

W.W. Barnes

November 1, 1894

Seaman

Gunner's Mate Third-class

E. Hannis

November 1, 1894

Seaman

Gunner's Mate Third-class

A. Garren

November 1, 1894

Seaman

Coxswain

Ah Choo

November 6, 1894

Mess Attendant

Wardroom Steward

N.P. Peterson

November 4, 1894

Coxswain

Boatswain's Mate Second-class

J. Kuhlback

November 7, 1894

Gunner's Mate First-class

Chief Gunner's Mate

C.H. Valles

November 7, 1894

Seaman

Gunner's Mate Third-class

E.S. Hermanson

November 7, 1894

Landsman

Jack of the Dust

C.A. Carlsen

November 7, 1894

Shipwright

Gunner's Mate Third-class

E. Murphy

November 7, 1894

Seaman

Captain of Hold

W. Sullivan

November 7, 1894

First-class Fireman

Water Tender

P. Hansen

November 7, 1894

First-class Fireman

Water Tender

J. Rooney

November 7, 1894

First-class Fireman

Oiler

C.W. Chadwick

November 7, 1894

First-class Fireman

Oiler

H.W. Cameron

November 7, 1894

First-class Fireman

Oiler

A. Hansen

November 7, 1894

First-class Fireman

Oiler

T. Jones

November 7, 1894

Second-class Fireman

First-class Fireman

E. Lambert

November 7, 1894

Oiler

Boiler Maker


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Ratings and Disratings, continued.


Name

Date

From

To

W. Clark

November 7, 1894

Coal Passer

Second-class Fireman

O. Gannon

November 7, 1894

Coal Passer

Second-class Fireman

J. Roos

November 8, 1894

Carpenter's Mate First-class

Chief Carpenter's Mate

R. Johns

November 8, 1894

Seaman

Sailmaker's Mate

R. Shay

November 8, 1894

Seaman

Coxswain

F.E. Shute

November 9, 1894

Ship's Writer Third-class

Yeoman

E.F. Roggers

November 10, 1894

Ship's Cook Fourth-class

Ship's Cook First-class

J.L. King

November 10, 1894

Coxswain

Gunner's Mate Second-class

G.J. Anderson

October 17, 1894

Coxswain

Seaman

R. Spindler

November 10, 1894

Seaman

Gunner's Mate Second-class

J.H. Mathison

November 7, 1894

Seaman

Coxswain


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11 November 1894

At sea, making passage to Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands

Lat 36.10, Long -127.00


Commences and until 4am:

Overcast, foggy overhead, gradually rising, moon at times showing from behind clouds.

Longs swell from NW.

Gentle breeze from NNW and NW.

Steaming with four boilers on a course S53°W.

Average revolutions 101.1, steam 110 pounds.

At 3.30am disabled communication and shut down electric light plant.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle breeze from NNW.

Course S53°W.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, revolutions 107.5.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant, sun at times visible behind clouds.

Gentle to light breeze from NNW.

Course S53°W.

At 8.50am set foresail, bent, and at 9.20am set fore staysail.

At 10.00am Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew mustered at quarters.

At 10.30am held general muster.

At 11.00am stopped port engine and slowed down starboard engine to 60 revolutions.

At 11.53am set clock back 23 minutes.

At 11.55am went ahead again full speed with both engines.

Secured battery for sea.

Average steam 113 pounds, revolutions 91.2.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, damp and misty.

Gentle breeze from NNW.

Smooth sea.

At 1.30pm stopped starboard engine for general adjusting of stuffing boxes and oil cups, slowed to half speed on port engine.

At 1.50pm went ahead full speed both engines.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 97.7.

Patent log [read] 17.7 [at end of watch].

Foresail and fore staysail set during watch.


4pm to 6pm:

Generally cloudy.

Gentle breeze from North.

Long swell from NNW.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters and then exercised at fire quarters, and had setting up exercise.

Took in foresail and fore staysail at 5.50pm.

Steam 117 pounds, revolutions 102.6.


6pm to 8pm:

Weather cloudy and mild, moon visible at times.

Gentle breeze from North.

Course S53°W.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, revolutions 110.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, obscured moonlight.

Gentle Northerly breeze.

Slight rise in barometer.

On course S53°W.

Average steam pressure 102 pounds, average revolutions 101.4.


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12 November 1894

At sea, making passage to Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands

Lat 34.25, Long -131.82


Commences and until 4am:

Overcast.

Light breeze from North by West to NE.

Smooth sea.

Steam 94 pounds, revolutions 91.8.

Patent log [read] 61.0 at end of watch.


4am to 8am:

Overcast.

Light to gentle breeze from NNE.

Smooth sea.

Steam 117.5 pounds, revolutions 109.2.


8am to meridian:

Overcast.

Light North-northeasterly airs.

Smooth sea.

R. Holmes, Seaman, was today released, his term of confinement having expired.

Went to quarters at 9.30am and instructed the crew at general quarters.

Steam from four boilers, course S53°W.

At noon changed course to S51°W.

Average steam 111 pounds, average revolutions 104.5.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy.

Light airs from NE.

Slight fall in barometer.

Course S51°W.

Instructed apprentices in signals.

Average steam pressure 105.2 [pounds], average revolutions 105.2.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast.

Light breeze from NE.

Smooth sea.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters and then stationed crew for abandon ship.

Steam 103.2 pounds, revolutions 104.3.

Patent log [read] 25.7 [at end of watch].


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, moon occasionally showing through clouds.

Light breeze from NE.

Dynamo shut down at 6.05pm.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 106.1.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, mild and pleasant.

Light variable breezes.

Moon obscured.

Course S51°W.

Average steam pressure 105 pounds, revolutions 104.4.


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13 November 1894

At sea, making passage to Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands

Lat 32.33, Long -136.65


Commences and until 4am:

Cloudy, obscured moonlight.

Light WNW breeze, shifting to SW.

Slight fall in barometer.

On course S51°W.

At about 2.00am shut down distiller on account of broken discharge pipe on berth deck.

Average steam pressure 114 pounds, revolutions 108.


4am to 8am:

Overcast.

Light airs from NW.

Smooth sea.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 107.4.

Patent log [read] 82.2 [at end of watch].


8am to meridian:

Generally overcast and cloudy.

Light breeze from NNE.

Smooth sea.

Course S51°W.

At 9.30am went to quarters and had aiming drill, and instruction of crew at general quarters, and arm and away.

At noon changed course to S50°W.

Average steam 109 pounds, average revolutions 106.5.

Patent log [read] 28.8 at end of watch.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, mild and pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from NNE.

Smooth sea.

Course S50°W.

Average steam pressure 104 pounds, revolutions 105.8.

At 1.20pm set staysail and fore trysail, took them in at 3.40pm.

Exercised 1st relief of firemen and coal passers at small arms, and 1st and 2nd sections of apprentices at signals.


4pm to 6pm:

Overcast, pleasant weather.

Gentle NNE breeze.

Slight rise in barometer.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters, exercised at setting up, fire quarters, and at abandon ship.

Course S50°W.

Average steam pressure 110 pounds, revolutions 107.5.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast.

Light breeze from NNE.

Smooth sea.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 105.

Patent log [read] 18.5 [at end of watch].


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Light and gentle breeze from NNE.

Steaming a course S50°W.

Revolutions 98, steam 103 pounds.


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14 November 1894

At sea, making passage to Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands

Lat 30.18, Long -142.17


Commences and until 4am:

Cloudy, warm and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Light breeze from NNE and NE.

At 1.00am set fore trysail and staysail, took them in at 1.50am.

Average steam pressure 106 pounds, revolutions 101.3.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light NNE breeze.

Barometer steady.

Course S50°W.

Executed morning orders.

Average steam pressure 112 pounds, revolutions 103.4.

Set fore trysail and jib at 6.15am, later hauled down jib.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle Northeasterly breeze.

Barometer falling slowly.

At 9.00am rigged main trysail out as a square sail on starboard side of foremast, at 11.45am took it in.

Went to quarters at 9.30am and exercised divisions at setting up drill, instructions at battery, and equipping battalion for landing.

Course S50°W.

Average steam 104 pounds, average revolutions 101.

At noon changed course to S48°W.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and cloudy, pleasant.

Gentle and light breeze from ENE and North.

Smooth sea.

Instructed apprentices at signals.

Took in foresail at 2.00pm.

Both logs hauled in and rotators changed between 2.00pm and 3.00pm, starboard one in 7 minutes, port 5 minutes.

Average steam 103 pounds, revolutions 107.2.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair, warm and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NNE.

Mustered at quarters at 4.30pm and exercised at fire quarters and abandon ship.

Course S48°W.

Average steam pressure 105 pounds, revolutions 104.6.


6pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, bright moonlight.

Gentle NE breeze.

Course S48°W.

Average steam pressure 115 pounds, revolutions 108.1.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and fine, bright moonlight.

Gentle to light breezes from NE.

Smooth sea.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 104.9.


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15 November 1894

At sea, making passage to Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands

Lat 27.80, Long -146.93


Commences and until 4am:

Fair and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NE.

Smooth sea.

Steaming under four boilers on a course S48°W.

At 12.30am set foresail and fore studding sail, took in foresail at 1.00am.


4am to 8am:

Fair, warm and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from East, freshening to moderate breeze last hour.

Occasional light rain spits and rainbows last hour.

Course S48°W.

Average steam pressure 110 pounds, revolutions 104.8.

Opened forward shell room to air and cool.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, with passing rain showers.

Gentle Easterly breeze first part, last part variable light breezes.

Course S48°W until 10.30am, when changed course to S46°W.

At 9.25am brailed up fore trysail.

Went to quarters at 9.30am and exercised divisions at setting up drill, arm and away, and equipped battalion for service ashore.

At 11.25am set clock back 18 minutes.

Average steam 108 pounds, average revolutions 102.6.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant, heavy rain showers last hour.

Light breeze from ENE.

Smooth sea.

Gunner's gang engaged cleaning and preparing empty 6-pounder cartridge cases for reloading.

Broke out and restowed cordage room.

Exercised apprentices at signals.

Aired shell room and coal bunkers.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 104.7.


4pm to 6pm:

Generally cloudy, rain squall clearing up at beginning of watch.

Gentle and moderate breeze from East.

Mustered at quarters at 4.30pm, exercised at setting up drill, fire quarters and abandon ship.

Set foresail at 5.00pm and took it in at 5.25pm.

Revolutions 103.2, steam 110 pounds.


6pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy and warm, with occasional light rain spits.

Gentle breeze from SE.

Moon rose about 7.40pm.

Average steam pressure 110 pounds, revolutions 104.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light SE breeze.

Slight fall in barometer.

Lightning about horizon to Eastward.

Course S46°W.

Average steam pressure 110 pounds, revolutions 103.


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16 November 1894

Making passage from San Francisco to Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands

Lat 25.25, Long -151.35


Commences and until 4am:

Clear and fine, bright moonlight.

Light breeze from SE.

Smooth sea.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 101.9.


4am to 8am:

Fair and pleasant.

Light and gentle breezes from SE.

Moderate swell from East.

At 8.00am, by order of the Commanding Officer, changed course to SW by standard [compass].

Steam 112.5 pounds, revolutions 104.6.


8am to meridian:

Fair and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from SE to ESE.

Course SW by standard [compass].

At 8.30am set fore trysail and at 9.30am took it in.

At 11.00am set it again, also fore staysail.

Went to quarters at 9.30am and exercised crew at setting up, and then had general quarters.

Set clock back 17 minutes.

Average steam 110 pounds, average revolutions 105.1.

Flood cocks of magazines, shell rooms and fixed ammunition rooms were inspected and found to be in good order, except flood cock of after fixed ammunition room, which could not be turned.


Meridian to 4pm:

Generally clear and warm.

Gentle to ESE breeze.

Barometer falling.

Slight sprinkle third hour of watch from passing clouds.

At 12.30pm changed course to S44°W, on course throughout [watch].

Average steam pressure 109 pounds, revolutions 106.5.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from ESE.

About 7.30pm sighted on port beam a white light, apparently the masthead light of a steamer standing to Northward and Eastward.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 105.5.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from ESE.

Smooth sea.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters, held setting up drill, and mustered at stations for arm and away and abandon ship.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 105.5.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and warm.

Gentle breeze from ESE.

Moon rose at 9.00pm.

Course S44°W.

Average steam pressure 110 pounds, revolutions 104.6.


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17 November 1894

At sea, making passage to Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands

Lat 22.58, Long -155.66


Commences and until 4am:

Cloudy, pleasant weather, obscured moonlight.

Gentle SE breeze.

Course S44°W.

Average steam pressure 106 pounds, revolutions 103.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from ESE.

Smooth sea.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 104.8.


8am to meridian:

Generally clear and pleasant, passing rain shower first hour.

Gentle breeze from ESE.

Course S44°W.

Broke out holds and store rooms for weekly inspection.

At 11.15am stopped port engine for 20 minutes to readjust packing on piston rod of port high-pressure cylinder, during which time went ahead half speed with starboard engine.

Set clock back 17 minutes.

Average steam 110 pounds, average revolutions 103.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and warm.

Gentle breeze from ESE.

At 3.00pm took in fore trysail and staysail, unbent them, and main trysail and sent down the gaffs.

Course S44°W.

Average steam pressure 106 pounds, revolutions 101.7.


4pm to 6pm:

Generally clear and pleasant, cloudy about horizon to Southward and Westward.

Gentle ESE breeze.

Rising barometer.

Course S44°W.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters, exercised at setting up.

Threw overboard 99 pounds salt pork, condemned by Quarterly Board of Survey.

By order of Commander Lieutenant T.H. Stevens was restored to duty.

Average steam pressure 100 pounds, revolutions 101.8.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Gentle breeze from ESE.

Smooth sea.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 101.4.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle and light breeze from ESE.

Moon rose at 10.26pm.

At 10.20pm, by order of the Commanding Officer, changed course to S25°W, patent log reading 64.6.

Taking soundings every bell with Thomson [Thompson in log-book] machine.

No bottom until 12.00am, when got sounding in 85 fathoms.

At 11.15pm sighted high land on starboard bow.

Slowed down to half speed at 10.20pm and went ahead again at 11.25pm.

Small steamer in sight on port bow last hour standing to Southward and Westward.

Passed a small schooner at 11.45pm standing to the Northward.

At end of watch ship being conned by the Commanding Officer.


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18 November 1894

At anchor Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands

Lat 21.309, Long -157.866


Commences and until 4am:

Fair and warm, bright moonlight.

Light breeze from NE.

Standing into the land for an anchorage off Honolulu harbor, Commanding Officer conning.

Sounding with the Thomson machine and leadsmen both sides.

At 2.05am, with both engines backing and last depth reported from machine 22 fathoms, leadsman in port chains reported 3 fathoms.

At this instant the ship touched the bottom twice lightly, backed hard and came to with port anchor in 16 fathoms water at 2.15am.

The ship swinging in toward the land.

Hove up port anchor and shifted berth about six lengths to seaward and came to at 2.55am with port anchor and 60 fathoms chain in 15 fathoms water, hard bottom.

Banked fires.

Honolulu light bearing North by East, magnetic, South tangent of Diamond Head ESE½E, magnetic.


4am to 8am:

Clear, and warm.

Light NE breeze, shifting to East last half of watch.

Barometer rising.

Executed morning orders.

Draft of ship forward 11 feet 10 inches, aft 16 feet.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Gentle to light breeze from East to ENE.

At 8.30am hoisted jack at the fore for a pilot.

At 9.00am pilot came on board, and at 9.15am called all hands up anchor.

Got under way and stood into Honolulu harbor, pilot at conn, Commanding Officer in charge, and at 10.00am came to in 4½ fathoms water, muddy bottom, veered to 75 fathoms on starboard chain.

Carried out 5-inch hawser to permanent moorings on reef astern and sprung ship around, then made fast wire hawser to moorings from port quarter and 5-inch hawser from starboard quarters.

Hove in to 62½ fathoms on starboard chain.

Received visit from an officer from H.B.M.S. "Hyacinth".

Sent an officer to make official call upon the United States Minister and to return visit of H.B.M.S. "Hyacinth".


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from NNE.

At 3.30pm the Commanding Officer left the ship to pay an official call upon the United States Minister.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Light to gentle breeze from NNE.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs from NE.


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19 November 1894

At Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands

Lat 21.309, Long -157.866


Commences and until 4am:

Clear and pleasant, bright moonlight.

Calms and light airs from NW.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and pleasant, light shower last hour.

Calm to light airs and gentle breezes from NE.

At 8.00am fired a salute of 21 guns, Hawaiian flag at the main.

Salute returned by shore battery gun for gun.

Received in Paymaster's Department fresh provisions as follows: bread 77 pounds; beef 96¼ pounds; and vegetables 96¼ pounds.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 21 2-pound saluting charges; and 21 percussion primers.


8am to meridian:

Clear, then fair, very light rain shower first hour.

Light airs to gentle breeze from ESE and NE.

Received official visits from the Commanding Officer of H.B.M.S. "Hyacinth", the United States Minister and the United States Consul General.

Upon the departure of the Minister fired a salute of 15 guns, United States ensign at the fore, and upon the departure of the Consul General a salute of 9 guns.

The Pacific mail steamer "Oceanic" came in from Yokohama.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 24 2-pound saluting charges; and 24 percussion primers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy and pleasant.

Light breeze from NE.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Hawaii visited the ship officially.

Upon his departure fired a salute of 17 guns, Hawaiian flag at the fore.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 17 2-pound saluting charges; and 17 percussion primers.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs to gentle breezes from variable directions.

Mustered at quarters at 4.30pm.

Sent liberty party ashore.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy and rainy first part, clearing off last part.

Light airs and breezes from NE.

By order of Commanding Officer C.E. Bracken, Apprentice Second-class, and B. Lipman, Apprentice Third-class, were placed in double irons.


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20 November 1894

At anchor Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands

Lat 21.309, Long -157.866


Commences and until 4am:

Fair, warm and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from NE, with stiff squalls during third hour.

Bright moonlight.


4am to 8am:

Fair and pleasant, passing showers first two hours.

Light to gentle breeze from NE and ENE.

Making preparations for coaling.

At 7.00am schooner loaded with coal was towed alongside.

Began coaling at 7.28am.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts, namely: 77 pounds fresh bread; 96¼ pounds fresh beef; and 96¼ pounds fresh vegetables.

By order of the Commanding Officer released C.E. Bracken, Apprentice Second-class, and B. Lipman, Apprentice Third-class, from double irons until coal was all on board.


8am to meridian:

Clear and warm.

Light to gentle breeze from ENE, with moderate squalls first part, passing showers last part.

Barometer falling.

Coaling ship by watches.

Commanding Officer made an official visit on His Excellency the President of Hawaii.


Meridian to 4pm:

Weather partly cloudy, with very frequent and some heavy passing showers.

Gentle to light breeze from ENE and NE.

Coaling ship.

At 1.15pm steam launch brought off a second lighter, containing 86 tons.

Moored her starboard side and started starboard watch coaling.

Coaling with both watches.

Received in Equipment Department: 7000 gallons fresh water for boilers.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, with passing showers.

Light airs and breeze from NE.

Coaling until 5.20pm.


8pm to midnight:

Fair and warm.

Light breeze with occasional puffs from ENE.

Passing showers last hour.


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21 November 1894

At anchor Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands

Lat 21.309, Long -157.866


Commences and until 4am:

Overcast, rainy.

Light airs to gentle breeze from NE.

Slight fall in barometer.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and raining first part, passing showers last part.

Light to gentle breezes from ENE and NE.

Commenced coaling at 6.40am, and discharging ashes into lighter port side.

Water boat came alongside and commenced discharging.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 77 pounds fresh bread; 96¼ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Fair and warm.

Light to gentle breeze from ENE first part, light variable breezes last part.

Occasional very light passing showers.

Coaling ship starboard side and discharging ashes port side.

Got fresh coal lighter on port side at end of watch.

Received a visit from the Hawaiian Minister of Finance, received him with the customary honors.

The salute on his departure was by his request omitted.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, warm, occasional light passing showers.

Wind light from ENE.

Slight fall in barometer.

Coaling ship throughout [watch].

Received stores in Equipment Department as per annexed list [below].


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and warm, passing showers.

Light breeze from ENE.

Finished coaling at 5.50pm, having received in all 230 tons coal.

By order of Commanding Officer placed W. Biehler, Landsman, in confinement for five days on bread and water, for assaulting and maltreating a Chinese washman.

Received in Engineer's Department stores as per list [below], and in Paymaster's Department: 14 boxes of candles.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy.

Wind light from ENE, with occasional moderate puffs.

Slight fall in barometer.


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[Inserted note]


Wednesday November 21st, 1894.


Meridian to 4pm:

Received the following stores in Equipment Department: 5 pounds steel wire nails; 2 sets stocks taps and dies; 1 pipe reamer; 1000 pounds white lead; 1 dozen globe valves; 1 grindstone; 1 pipe cutter; 100 sheets emery cloth; 1 dozen hacksaw blades; 2 glazier's diamonds; 1 blacksmith's hammer; 6 files, 3 inches [and?] 6 inches, flat; 1 panel saw; 1 set auger bits [bitts in log-book], ¼-inch to 1¼-inch; 1 set German bits; 2 claw hammers; 1 dozen cabinet files; 1½ dozen files, assorted; 1 saw set; 1 riveting set; 50 pounds rubber gaskets; 15 pounds Vaseline slush; 8 candle sticks.


4pm to 8pm:

Received the following stores in Engineer's Department: 10 pounds tap bolts, iron; 24 paint brushes, assorted; 1 sheet glass; 8 reflecting lamps; 24 lantern globes; 2 lengths wire suction hose; 200 gallons sperm oil; 12 gauge glasses; 20 feet brass pipe, 2-inch; 24 memorandum books; 36 lead pencils; 1 ream note paper; 12 packages envelopes; 6 screw drivers; 12 thermometers.


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22 November 1894

At anchor Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands

Lat 21.309, Long -157.866


Commences and until 4am:

Cloudy, with light passing showers.

Light airs to moderate breezes from ENE, blowing in puffs.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and warm.

Light breeze from ENE.

Cleaning ship inside and out.

Mail steamer "Alameda" arrived and entered the harbor at 7.10am.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 77 pounds fresh bread; and 96¼ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, passing showers first half of watch.

Light NE breeze.

Slight fall in barometer.

Crew engaged cleaning ship throughout watch.

President [Sanford Ballard] Dole, accompanied by staff, visited ship and was received with customary courtesies, national salute fired on arrival and departure.

Towards end of watch coal lighter with bagged coal dropped alongside.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 42 2-pound saluting charges; and 42 percussion primers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and warm.

Light breeze from East.

Engaged coaling ship, taking deck load of bagged coal.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 77 pounds fresh bread; 96¼ pounds beef; and 96¼ pounds vegetables.


4pm to 8pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant.

Light airs from Eastward, variable in direction last hour.

Finished stowing deck load of coal.

Slight rise in barometer.

Hoisted and secured boats, and made some preparations for sea.


8pm to midnight:

Partly clear and warm, light passing shower first and third hour.

Calm and light airs from ENE.


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23 November 1894

At sea, making passage from Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands, to Yokohama, Japan

Lat 21.27, Long -158.75


Commences and until 4am:

Fair and pleasant.

Calm.

At 12.00am lighted fires under boilers A, B and C.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Calm and light variable airs, light breeze from WNW last hour.

Rising barometer.

Unmoored ship, and at 7.10am got under way and stood out of harbor, Commander conning ship.

Put over patent log at 7.10am, reading 95 miles.

Steering WSW at end of watch.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from WNW, followed by calm last hour.

Smooth sea.

Course S82°W.

At 8.36am took departure, Barbers Point light bearing NNW, magnetic, distant 4 miles.

Using coal from deck, steam from four boilers.

Average steam 102 pounds, average revolutions 103.3.

Draft forward 14 feet, aft 17 feet.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and pleasant, very light rain shower about 3.00pm.

Calms and light airs and breezes from NW.

Long swell from NE.

During first half of watch island of Oahu [Ouhaiu in log-book] in sight, and that of Kauai during the latter half.

By order of the Commanding Officer reconfined C.E. Bracken, Apprentice Second-class, and B. Lipman, Apprentice Second-class, in double irons.

Instructed 3rd section of apprentices in signals and seamen and apprentices of the watch in heaving the lead.

Average steam 107 pounds, revolutions 102.8.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and warm.

Light breeze from ENE.

Course S82°W.

At 5.00pm West end of island of Kauai bore abeam, distant about 35 miles.

Mustered at quarters at 4.30pm.

Average steam 105 pounds, revolutions 99.2.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, squally last hour, passing rain.

Gentle breeze from NNE, shifting to South.

Slight rise in barometer.

Course S82°W.

Average steam pressure 105 pounds, revolutions 97.7.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with passing showers first hour.

Light Southerly breeze first hour, shifting to NNE.

Smooth sea.

At 10.00pm changed course to S88°W, patent log [reading] 53.5.

Average steam 101.5 pounds, average revolutions 101.4.


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24 November 1894

At sea, making passage from Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands, to Yokohama, Japan

Lat 21.72, Long -163.53


Commences and until 4am:

Fair and cloudy.

Moderate to gentle breeze from NNE.

Steaming a course S88°W, using four boilers, using coal from deck.

Revolutions 94.3, steam 105 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Light to gentle breeze from NE.

Course S88°W.

Average steam pressure 95.5 [pounds], revolutions 92.3.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle Northeasterly breeze.

Course S88°W.

Bent fore staysail and trysail.

At 9.00am set fore trysail.

Holds and store rooms were broken out and inspected.

Average steam 96.7 [pounds], average revolutions 100.9.


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly clear first half, then cloudy with passing showers.

Gentle breeze from NE.

Smooth sea.

At 3.30pm set fore staysail.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 102.9.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NE.

Long swell from NE.

Bent a weather trysail on fore, and rigged cargo boom as a gaff.

Exercised at fire quarters at 5.45pm.

Revolutions 102.6, steam 110 pounds.


6pm to 8pm:

Weather warm and partly cloudy, with passing showers.

Gentle breeze from NE.

Course S88°W.

Average steam pressure 104 pounds, average revolutions 101.6.


8pm to midnight:

Generally clear, pleasant weather, occasional very light passing showers.

Gentle NE breeze.

Barometer steady.

Course S88°W.

Average steam pressure 110 pounds, revolutions 102.2.


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25 November 1894

At sea, making passage from Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands, to Yokohama, Japan

Lat 22.58, Long -168.42


Commences and until 4am:

Clear and fine.

Gentle breeze from NE.

Long swell from Northward, ship rolling deeply at times.

At 12.30am changed course to N87°W, by order [of] Commanding Officer.

Steam 111 pounds, revolutions 104.3.


4am to 8am:

Fair, with rain squalls around horizon.

Moderate breeze from NE.

Moderate sea, occasionally heavy from NE, ship at times rolling deeply.

Revolutions 101.8, steam 101 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Rain shower first hour, remainder of watch clear and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NE.

Moderate sea from NE, ship rolling deeply at times.

Course N87°W.

At 9.00am set square sail on fore.

During second hour stopped the engines 44 minutes (one engine at a time), for examination and overhauling.

At 11.25am set clock back 20 minutes.

Average steam 107 pounds, average revolutions 100.5.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, warm, occasional very light rain squalls.

Moderate NE breeze.

Barometer falling.

Vessel rolling deeply at times.

Course N87°W.

Average steam pressure 103.2 pounds, revolutions 100.1.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and pleasant, moderate breeze from NE.

Moderate sea.

Ship rolling deeply at times.

At 5.00pm took in weather fore trysail and set fore staysail.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 106.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair to cloudy.

Stiff breeze from NE.

Passing rain shower.

Moderate, at times heavy sea, ship rolling at times 30°.

Revolutions 103.5, steam 107 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Fair and warm.

Stiff breeze from NE.

Course N87°W.

Ship rolling deeply at times.

Average steam pressure 103 pounds, revolutions 106.3.


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26 November 1894

At sea, making passage from Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands, to Yokohama, Japan

Lat 23.70, Long -173.52


Commences and until 4am:

Cloudy, damp, occasional light passing showers.

Gentle NNE breeze.

Moderate sea, vessel rolling deeply at times.

Slight fall in barometer.

Course N87°W.

Average steam pressure 105 pounds, revolutions 101.3.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine.

Gentle breeze from NNE.

Moderate to smooth sea.

At 5.30am set weather foresail, hauled down staysail.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 101.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant, light passing shower third hour.

Moderate to stiff breeze from NNE.

Went to quarters at 9.30am and exercised divisions at setting up, aiming drill, and arm and equip boats for distant service.

Released C. Biehler, Landsman, his term of confinement having expired.

At 11.47am set clock back 17 minutes.

Average steam 104.5 pounds, average revolutions 102.2.


Meridian to 4pm:

Weather fair and warm.

Stiff breeze and moderate sea from NE.

Engaged in breaking out fore hold for monthly inspection.

Exercised seamen of watch below in heaving the lead, and apprentices of watch below at signals.

Course N87°W.

Average steam pressure 105 pounds, revolutions 100.9.

Detailed C. Biehler, Landsman, as coal passer.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Moderate NE breeze.

Rising barometer.

Evening quarters omitted on account of ship's work.

Restowed fore hold.

Course N87°W.

Moderate sea.

Average steam pressure 101.5 pounds, revolutions 100.3.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant, light passing shower first hour.

Moderate breeze from NE.

Moderate sea.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 99.5.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from NE.

At 9.15pm took in weather fore trysail and set fore staysail.

Course N87°W.

Average steam 107 pounds, average revolutions 102.5.


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27 November 1894

At sea, making passage from Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands, to Yokohama, Japan

Lat 24.77, Long -178.48


Commences and until 4am:

Clear and bright starlight.

Stiff breeze and moderate sea from NE.

Course N87°W.

Average steam pressure 104 pounds, revolutions 101.5.


4am to 8am:

Clear and warm.

Gentle NE and NNE breeze.

Rising barometer.

Course N87°W.

Average steam pressure 109 pounds, revolutions 103.9.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light to gentle breeze from NNE.

Course N87°W.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised divisions at setting up, aiming drill, and equipping battalion for service ashore, Marines exercised at great guns.

Set clock back 17 minutes.

Average steam 107 pounds, average revolutions 102.2.


Meridian to 4pm:

Generally fair and pleasant.

Light to moderate breeze from NNE and North.

Smooth sea.

Engaged cleaning and touching up spots on paintwork inside.

At 2.10pm took in weather foresail, and at 2.45pm foresail and fore staysail.

Set fore sail and fore staysail at 3.40pm.

Average steam 110 pounds, revolutions 104.4.

Loaded 54 6-pounder 2-pound saluting charges.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and warm.

Moderate breeze and sea from NE.

Mustered at quarters at 4.30pm and exercised at abandon ship and fire quarters.

Served out hammocks for scrubbing.

By order of Commanding Officer released B. Lipman, Apprentice Third-class, and C.E. Bracken, Apprentice Second-class, from confinement.

Average steam pressure 107 pounds, revolutions 103.3.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate NE breeze.

Rising barometer.

Course N87°W.

Average steam pressure 108 pounds, revolutions 103.2.


8pm to midnight:

Partly clear and pleasant.

Light moderate breeze from NE.

Moderate sea.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 102.3.


Passed from West longitude to East longitude and omitted Wednesday November 28th, 1894.


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29 November 1894

At sea, making passage from Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands, to Yokohama, Japan

Lat 25.80, Long 176.53


Commences and until 4am:

Fair to cloudy, passing shower at end of watch.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NNE and NE.

Steaming a course N87°W.

Revolutions 101.1, steam 107 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Weather partly cloudy.

Gentle breeze with fresh squalls of wind and rain from NE during first half of watch, moderate stiff breeze from NE during remainder of watch.

Scrubbed hammocks.

Course N87°W.

Average steam pressure 102.7 pounds, revolutions 102.8.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Stiff breeze from ENE.

Course N87°W.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised divisions at setting up drill, at stations for arm and away, abandon ship and fire quarters.

Average steam 105 pounds, average revolutions 102.5.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine.

Gentle breeze from ENE.

Smooth sea.

At 3.30pm set weather foresail, and hauled down fore staysail.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 102.6.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Moderate and stiff breezes from NE.

Smooth sea.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

Revolutions 101.7, steam 101 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate NE breeze, shifting to ENE last half of watch.

Slight fall in barometer.

Course N87°W.

Average steam pressure 101.2 pounds, revolutions 100.3.

Lightning about horizon to Northward and Westward last hour.

Took in weather fore trysail.


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30 November 1894

At sea, making passage from Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands, to Yokohama, Japan

Lat 26.82, Long 171.57


Commences and until 4am:

Clear and fine.

Gentle breeze from ENE.

Smooth sea.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 97.3.


4am to 8am:

Fair, clouding over last hour, with passing showers first hour.

Revolutions 97.0, steam 95 pounds.

Moderate sea from East.

Set weather foresail at 7.55am.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from ENE.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised divisions at setting up, aiming drill, and small arms.

At 10.15am changed course to N85°W.

During second hour slowed down for 10 minutes to half speed on starboard engine, while port engine was stopped.

Average team 101.5 pounds, revolutions 95.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy, warm.

Moderate ENE breeze.

Course N85°W.

Moderate sea.

Instructed apprentices and coxswains in signaling and exercised seamen at the lead.

Port engine stopped for 17 minutes during third hour of watch.

Average steam pressure 101.7 pounds, revolutions 99.6.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from ENE.

Moderate sea.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters, had setting up drill, exercised at stations for arm and away.

Steam 95 pounds, revolutions 97.8.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from ENE.

Moderate sea from East.

Lightning to Southward and Eastward last hour.

Revolutions 92.3, steam 89 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Generally clear and pleasant, sheet lightning in SW first part of watch, very light passing shower third hour.

Course N85°W.

Average steam 103.5 pounds, average revolutions 95.9.


Approved: [signed] W.M. Folger, Commander U.S. Navy Commanding.



LOGS FOR DECEMBER 1894


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1 December 1894

At sea, making passage from Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands, to Yokohama, Japan

Lat 27.80, Long 166.58


Commences and until 4am:

Clear and pleasant, starlight.

Wind from NE.

Falling barometer.

Course N85°W.

Took in weather main trysail.

Average steam pressure 107.5 pounds, revolutions 101.1.


4am to 8am:

Clear and fine.

Light breeze from NE.

Lightning to SE first hour.

Moderate sea.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 97.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from ENE to East.

At 8.30am set weather fore trysail.

Course N85°W.

Crew engaged in breaking out store rooms for inspection.

Executive Officer made monthly inspection.

Average steam 109 pounds, revolutions 102.7.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and warm.

Light breeze from ESE.

At 12.15pm changed course to N84°W, and at 12.30pm took in both trysails.

Average steam pressure 106.7 pounds, revolutions 100.

Barometer falling steadily.


4pm to 6pm:

Partly cloudy, warm.

Light ESE breeze and light variable airs.

Barometer steady.

Course N84°W.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters, exercised at setting up drill.

Average steam pressure 100 pounds, revolutions 99.3.

Delivered copy of charges and specifications preferred by Commander against O. Miller, Seaman, to accused.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Calm and light variable airs.

Lightning to the NW.

Smooth sea.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 98.7.


8pm to midnight:

Clear, and pleasant.

Light breeze and airs from SW and West.

Smooth sea.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 98.1.


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2 December 1894

At sea, making passage from Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands, to Yokohama, Japan

Lat 28.60, Long 161.70


Commences and until 4am:

Weather fair and mild, cloudy, with occasional lightning to Westward.

Calms and light airs from SSW.

Course N84°W.

Average steam pressure 88.7 pounds, revolutions 92.8.


4am to 8am:

Weather cloudy, with occasional light rain in squalls from Northward and Westward.

Barometer rising.

Wind hauled from SSW, around by West, to North, increasing from light airs to stiff breeze in squalls.

Sea smooth.

Unbent weather fore trysail and stowed it below, and triced up and secured boom.

Got extra lashings on anchors and swinging booms.

Course N84°W.

Average steam pressure 98.5 pounds, revolutions 95.5.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy and pleasant.

Wind in stiff squalls from NNW.

Moderate sea.

Light passing shower last hour.

Delivered specifications to W.J. Lloyd, Seaman, and E. Hansen, Seaman, to be tried by Summary Court Martial.

Average steam 100 pounds, average revolutions 98.7.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Stiff to moderate breeze from NNW.

Moderate to rough sea from NNW.

At 12.20pm changed course to N80°W, by order of the Commanding Officer, patent log reading 3.5.

Steam 104 pounds, revolutions 88.6.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair and mild.

Stiff to moderate breeze and moderate sea from North.

At 5.40pm set clew of fore trysail and the fore staysail.

Course N80°W.

Average steam pressure 89 pounds, revolutions 79.6.


6pm to 8pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Gentle Northerly breeze.

Rising barometer.

Moderate sea from Northward.

Course N80°W.

Average steam pressure 98 pounds, revolutions 75.5.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy first half, with light passing showers, then clear and fine.

Gentle breeze from North.

Moderate sea.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 75.9.


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3 December 1894

At sea, making passage from Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands, to Yokohama, Japan

Lat 29.22, Long 157.60


Commences and until 4am:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NNW.

Moderately long swell.

Steaming a course N80°W, using four boilers.

Steam 97 pounds, revolutions 77.2.


4am to 8am:

Clear, mild and pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze from North and North by East.

Long swell from North by West.

Course N80°W.

Average steam pressure 105 pounds, revolutions 87.

At 7.50am set head of fore trysail.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NE and ENE.

At 9.30am called all hands clear ship for action, ready to beat to general quarters at 10.25am.

Beat to general quarters at 10.25am.

All divisions were reported ready in 3 minutes.

Fired one round from each gun, main and secondary batteries, except 37 mm [guns], which were not cast loose.

Fired 2 rounds from 1-pounder [gun].

Expended in Ordnance Department (see list [below]).

Lenses of side lights were broken by shock of discharge of 6-inch guns.

Course N80°W until 9.25am, when changed course to N79°W (patent log [reading] 88.2).

Average steam 103 pounds, average revolutions 97.2.

Expended 22 panes glass during gun practice.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from ESE to SE.

Long swell.

At 1.15pm a Summary Court [Martial] convened for the trial of Otto Miller, Seaman, and of such others as may be legally brought before it.

Court adjourned at 3.50pm.

At 12.15pm changed course to N77°W, by order [of] Commanding Officer.

Steam 107 pounds, revolutions 103.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, threatening with passing rain squalls.

Gentle to moderate breeze from South.

Moderate sea.

Took in weather foresail and set staysail.

At 4.30pm went to quarters.

Exercised at fire quarters and closing watertight doors, all divisions ready in 3 minutes.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 105.


6pm to 8pm:

Weather cloudy.

Gentle breeze, with very fresh squalls of wind and rain, clearing at end of watch.

Course N77°W.

Average steam pressure 114 pounds, revolutions 106.

At 7.10pm took in fore trysail and at 7.30pm hauled down fore staysail.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, threatening weather.

Wind in stiff squalls from South by West, increasing to fresh squalls and hauling to SSW and SW.

Course N77°W.

Average steam 108 pounds, revolutions 101.6.


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8am to meridian, December 3rd, 1894.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 6 6-inch reduced charges; 6 6-inch common shells; 13 vent-sealing primers; 2 6-pounder cartridges, complete, common shell; 2 3-pounder cartridges, complete, common shell; 2 1-pounder cartridges, complete, common shell; 252 rounds .45 caliber rifle ammunition.


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4 December 1894

At sea, making passage from Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands, to Yokohama, Japan

Lat 30.30, Long 153.09


Commences and until 4am:

Cloudy, rain and passing showers.

Moderate to fresh breezes from WSW.

Moderate sea.

At 1.00am changed course to N83°W, by order of Commanding Officer.

Steam 98 pounds, revolutions 98.5.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, squally latter part, with heavy rain 3rd hour.

Moderate breeze, increasing to a very fresh breeze in the squall, and falling at end of watch to a gentle breeze from SW, first two hours and then hauling to WNW.

Moderate sea.

By order of the Commanding Officer changed course to N77°W at 6.30am, and to N67°W at 8.00am.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 77.9.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, squally, with light passing showers first hour.

Wind in stiff squalls from NW, decreasing to gentle breeze last hour.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters.

Summary Court Martial met at 10.35am for the trial of E.J. Lloyd, Seaman, and adjourned at 11.50am.

Average steam 111 pounds, revolutions 94.1.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from NW.

Moderate sea.

At 1.10pm Summary Court Martial reconvened, and at 2.25pm adjourned to await the action of the Revising Authority, having finished all the cases before it.

Broke out and overhauled both bower and sheet chains, cleaned out chain lockers, which were inspected by Executive Officer and a member of the Board of Quarterly Inspection and found in good condition, and restowed chains.

Aired and dried diving suits, cleaned and turned over diving apparatus.

Exercised apprentices and coxswains at signals.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 97.6.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from WNW and West.

Moderately long swell from WNW.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

Steam 99 pounds, revolutions 93.1.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Calm.

Course N67°W.

Average steam pressure 100.7 pounds, revolutions 90.7.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, with light passing showers second and third hours.

Light to moderate breezes from West to NW, blowing in puffs.

Moderate sea.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 88.8.


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5 December 1894

At sea, making passage from Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands, to Yokohama, Japan

Lat 31.67, Long 148.86


Commences and until 4am:

Generally fair, clouding over at times, several rain squalls first two hours.

Light moderate breezes from WNW to North.

Steaming a course N67°W.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 89.6.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy and squally.

Gentle to stiff breeze from North.

Course N67°W.

Average steam pressure 102 pounds, revolutions 89.8.

At 7.40am set trysail and staysail.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from NNE, backing to NNW and decreasing in force.

Went to quarters at 9.30am, exercised divisions at setting up, aiming drill and small arms.

Sail room having been broken out, it was inspected by Board on Inspection of Hull.

Course N67°W.

Average steam 101 pounds, average revolutions 93.8.

Changes in ratings were made today, see per list appended [below].


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, with mist and rain first two hours.

Light and gentle breezes from ESE to ENE.

Moderate sea from NW by West.

At 12.10pm changed course to N82°W, by order of the Commanding Officer.

Scraped and red-leaded sail room.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 97.2.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and squally.

Light variable airs and rain showers first hour, very fresh squalls of wind and rain second hour.

Took in trysail and staysail at 4.10pm, and set them again at 5.40pm.

Average steam pressure 104.5 pounds, revolutions 96.1.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, passing rain first hour.

Moderate to stiff Northerly breeze.

Barometer rising.

Sounded with Thomson's machine at frequent intervals, no bottom at 100 fathoms.

At 7.35pm changed course to N62°W, patent log reading 74.

Average steam pressure 106 pounds, revolutions 95.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, cloudy, with passing showers.

Wind in stiff to fresh squalls from North, shifting to NNW during second hour.

Course N62°W.

Average steam 106 pounds, revolutions 95.5.


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8am to meridian, December 5th, 1894.

The following changes in ratings were made and acting appointments granted accordingly: W.W. Barnes, Gunner's Mate Third-class to Gunner's Mate Second-class; J.L. King, Gunner's Mate Second-class to Gunner's Mate Third-class.


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6 December 1894

At sea, making passage from Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands, to Yokohama, Japan

Lat 32.83, Long 144.14


Commences and until 4am:

Generally cloudy, at times clearing, squally with rain second hour.

Moderate to very fresh breeze in squalls from North to North by West.

Moderate sea on starboard bow.

Steaming a course N62°W.

Steam 106 pounds, revolutions 97.5.


4am to 8am:

Weather cool and cloudy, an upper stratum of light cirrus clouds and a lower stratum thick cumulus.

Moderate to stiff breeze, with occasional fresh puffs, and moderate sea from North by East.

At 6.10am set fore staysail and trysail.

Course N62°W.

Average steam pressure 108 pounds, revolutions 95.1.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cool.

Moderate to stiff breeze from North.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised at equipping battalion for service ashore.

Set clock back 18 minutes.

Average steam 108 pounds, average revolutions 98.2.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Stiff to moderate breezes from North.

Moderate sea.

Exercised apprentices and coxswains at signals.

At 3.45pm set fore staysail.

At 12.14pm changed course to N59°W, by order [of] Commanding Officer.

Steam 109 pounds, revolutions 107.6.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy, but pleasant.

Moderate to stiff breeze from NNE.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters.

Set foot of foresail.

By order of the Commanding Officer changed course to N56°W at 4.15pm.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 106.9.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Stiff to gentle breeze from NNE.

At 7.20pm set head of fore trysail.

Went to fire quarters at 7.33pm.

All divisions reported ready in 2½ minutes, and secured in 2 minutes.

Course N56°W.

Average steam pressure 107 pounds, revolutions 106.5.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, obscured moonlight, rainy at close of watch.

Gentle to moderate NNE breeze.

Falling barometer.

Course N56°W.

Average steam pressure 100 pounds, revolutions 101.1.


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7 December 1894

At sea, making passage from Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands, to Yokohama, Japan

Lat 35.19, Long 139.80


Commences and until 4am:

Cloudy and cool.

Light to gentle breezes from North and NNW.

Light drizzle at times during watch.

Moderate sea.

At 1.00am took in foresail and fore trysail.

Sighted a flame from a volcano bearing West (per compass), which disappeared in about two minutes.

Steam 103 pounds, revolutions 101.1.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, clearing at end of watch.

Moderate to very fresh breezes in squalls from North.

At 4.25am stopped distiller.

Sighted high land on starboard bow at 6.30am and O-shima at 6.45am.

Changed course to N67°W at 7.00am, and again to N45°W at 8.00am, by order of the Commanding Officer.

Set stay sail and foot of foresail at 6.30am, took in foot of foresail at 6.40am, and set it again at 7.15am.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 106.8.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate to fresh breeze from North to NNE.

Standing in for Uraga Sound at 8.10am, Nojima Point bore broad off starboard bow, and at 8.35am abeam, distant 5 miles.

At 8.47am changed course to N56°W, patent log [reading] 90.2.

At 9.05am took in staysail.

At 9.25am changed course to N3°E, patent log [reading] 94.5, and stood up Uraga Sound.

At 9.45am changed course to NNE, patent log [reading] 100.

At 10.20am hoisted international signal for pilot.

Signal station on Tsurugi Point made international B.D., which we answered with our number.

When nearly off Kwannon Point, stood off across the channel, and at 11.35am anchored in 14 fathoms, veering to 60 fathoms starboard chain.

Bearings at anchorage: Kwannon Saki NW by North, Tsurugi Saki SW by W½W, magnetic.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate to stiff NNE breeze.

Barometer rising.

At 12.35pm got under way and stood up for anchorage, Commander conning ship.

Made international signal "Will you permit proceed", answered in affirmative from signal station on shore.

Piloted across torpedo ground by government vessel.

At 2.30pm came to anchor in 7 fathoms water, veering to 45 fathoms starboard chain.

Bearings at anchorage: Mandarin Bluff South, Custom House cupola West by South (magnetic).

On anchoring fired salute of 21 guns, Japanese ensign at main, followed by salute of 15 guns, Russian ensign at fore, and salute of 11 guns, French ensign at fore.

Salutes returned by shore battery and Russian flagship and French Senior Officer's vessel.

Exchanged official calls with men-of-war in harbor.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 47 saluting charges for 6-pounder Hotchkiss.

Exercised cutters and whaleboat under oars.

Expended 47 percussion primers.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cold.

Gentle to light breeze from NNE.

Bright moonlight last half of watch.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool, bright moonlight.

Light to gentle NNE breeze.

Slight rise in barometer.


O-shima is also known as Izu Oshima.

Nojima Point is also known as Nojima Saki.

Uraga Sound is also known as Uraga Channel.

Tsurugi Point is also known as Tsurugi Saki.

Kwannon Point is also known as Kwannon Saki and Cape Kannon.

Mandarin Bluff is also known as Juniten Hana, located in the Honmoku-Juniten quarter of Yokohama.


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8 December 1894

At anchor Yokohama, Japan

Lat 35.452, Long 139.667


Commences and until 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light to gentle breezes from NNW and NW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cold.

Light breeze from NNW first part and from NNE last part.

Cleaning ship.

Received in Paymaster's Department for issue to crew: 81¼ pounds fresh bread; and 101¼ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables.

Robert Johns, Sailmaker's Mate, returning from liberty drunk and incapable, placed him under sentry's charge for safe keeping.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cool.

Light Northerly breeze.

Barometer falling.

Commander left ship to make official calls, returned at 11.25am.

Captain of Russian flagship called officially on Commander.

Surgeon in charge of United States Naval Hospital also called officially.

At 11.30am French flagship fired salute of 13 guns, Japanese ensign at fore.

C.A. Chadwick, Oiler, returned on board 3 hours over time.

Crew engaged at ship's work, cleaning, et cetera.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Light airs to light breezes from NNE and NE by North.

Sent flywheel and shaft of number 2 dynamo engine and forward circulating pump discharge to condenser pipe ashore for repairs.

Released from sentry's charge Robert Johns, Sailmaker's Mate, he having become sober.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, cool.

Wind light from NE by North and North by East.

Slight rise in barometer.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cold.

Light airs and breezes from North.


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9 December 1894

At anchor Yokohama, Japan

Lat 35.452, Long 139.667


Commences and until 4am:

Fair and cool.

Light breeze from North.


4am to 8am:

Partly cloudy, cool.

Light breeze from North by East.

Barometer steady.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 81 pounds fresh bread; 101¼ pounds fresh beef; and 101¼ pounds vegetables.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cool.

Light to gentle breezes from North to NNE.

At 10.00am mustered and inspected crew at quarters, the following named men absent without leave, namely: P. Hansen, Water Tender, E. Horigan, Coal Passer, W. Clark, Second-class Fireman, W. McDonald, Coal Passer, and O. Miller, Seaman.

The French Commodore paid an official visit to the Commanding Officer, he was received with appropriate honors, and a salute of eleven guns was fired upon his departure, French flag at the fore.

Received official visits also from Commander of Russian man-of-war and from Commander of H.M.B.S. "Plover".

Got out steam launch.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 11 saluting charges 6-pounder rapid fire gun; and 11 percussion primers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, cool and damp.

Gentle breeze from North.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast and cool.

Gentle to moderate breeze from North.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cool.

Moderate to stiff breeze from NNE.

Considerable swell on.

Fire ashore in native town about 11.00pm.


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10 December 1894

At anchor Yokohama, Japan

Lat 35.452, Long 139.667


Commences and until 4am:

Cloudy and cool.

Wind in moderate to fresh squalls from North.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, squally and drizzly.

Moderate to fresh breezes from North.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, squally and rainy.

Stiff to fresh breeze from North by East and North in squalls.

Barometer falling.

F.W. Pearson, Apprentice Second-class, was given two days' messenger watch by the Commanding Officer, for inattention to duty while messenger.

Water boat came alongside at 11.00am.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast, squally and rainy.

Stiff to fresh breeze from North by West to NNW in squalls.

Barometer falling.

Received on board 1000 gallons fresh water from water boat.


4pm to 8pm:

Overcast, stormy and rainy.

Moderate to very fresh breezes from NNW and North by West.

Moderate sea.

E. Horigan, Coal Passer, returned on board, having left the ship without permission.

By order of the Commanding Officer placed him in single irons to await trial by Court Martial.

Barometer falling.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast, stormy and rainy.

Stiff to very fresh breeze from North by West to NNW in squalls.

Moderate sea.

Barometer falling.

Let go port anchor at 8.45pm.


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11 December 1894

At anchor Yokohama, Japan

Lat 35.452, Long 139.667


Commences and until 4am:

Overcast and rainy.

Stiff breeze to moderate gale from North by West and NNW.

Barometer falling.


4am to 8am:

Overcast and raining first two hours, then clearing.

Stiff to fresh breeze in squalls first two hours from WNW and West, hauling last half of watch to SW and falling to a gentle breeze, and then increasing last hour in squalls to a fresh breeze.

Received on board in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 101¼ pounds fresh beef; 101¼ pounds fresh vegetables; and 81 pounds fresh bread.

C. Biehler, Landsman, returned on board, having left the ship without permission.

By order of the Commanding Officer placed him in single irons to await trial by Court Martial.

O. Miller, Seaman, and W. McDonald, Coal Passer, returned on board, having been absent over time.

A number of liberty men returned, having been detained by the weather.

Hoisted port anchor with deck tackle.

Two coal lighters came alongside at 8.00am.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Moderate to fresh breeze from SW in squalls.

At 9.30am mustered crew at quarters, absentees: P. Hansen, Water Tender, L.H. Dyer, Yeoman, J.H. Roulston, Private Marine, M. Lynch, Seaman, E. Lambert, Boiler Maker, T. Furlong, Coal Passer, and D.W. Clark, Second-class Fireman.

Exercised divisions as per routine.

Commanding Officer returned visits of Commanding Officer of British gunboat H.M.B.S. "Plover" and of the medical officers attached to the United States Naval Hospital.

Delivered specifications to C.B. Biehler, Landsman, to be tried by Summary Court Martial.

Tested lifebuoys and found them in good working order.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, cool and squally.

Wind SW, moderate to fresh in force.

Delivered to Eugene Horigan, Coal Passer, a copy of specifications preferred against him by Commanding Officer.

Sent a liberty party ashore.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Moderate to stiff Southwesterly breeze.

At 4.30pm mustered crew at quarters, absentees: P.H. Hansen, Water Tender, J.H. Roulston, Private Marine, M. Lynch, Seaman, E. Lambert, Boiler Maker, T. Furlong, Coal Passer, W. Clark, Second-class Fireman, and G.A. Williams, Ordinary Seaman.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cool, bright moonlight.

Moderate to gentle breeze from SW.


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12 December 1894

At anchor Yokohama, Japan

Lat 35.452, Long 139.667


Commences and until 4am:

Clear and cool, bright moonlight.

Light WSW breeze first hour, calm remainder of watch.

Barometer rising.


4am to 8am:

Clear, calm and pleasant.

Received coal lighters alongside.

Commenced coaling at 7.20am, received on board during watch about 15 tons coal.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and light airs from NNW, light variable airs last hour.

Coaling ship from lighters, both sides.

Emptied seven lighters during watch.

Placed W. Sullivan, Water Tender, under sentry's charge for safe keeping, he being drunk.

Received a visit from the Commander-in-Chief of the Russian fleet.

At his request the salute due him was omitted.

Summary Court [Martial] for the trial of C. Biehler, Landsman, and others met at 10.55am, and at 11.35am took a recess until 1.00pm.

Absentees (see slip [below]).


Meridian to 4pm:

Partly cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light to moderate Northerly breeze.

Rising barometer.

Coaling ship throughout watch.

Received in Engineer's Department: 2 bunker gratings; and two ash shoots (repaired).

Summary Court Martial met 1.05pm, and adjourned at 1.35pm.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cold.

Gentle to stiff breeze from North.

Bright moonlight last half of watch.

Finished coaling at 4.30pm, received in Equipment Department 340 tons coal.


8pm to midnight:

Partly cloudy, cool, moonlight.

Moderate to stiff breeze from North.

Barometer rising.


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[Inserted note]


8am to meridian, Wednesday December 12, 1894.

Absentees:

Without permission: P. Hansen, Water Tender; G.A. Williams, Ordinary Seaman.

Over leave: W. Clark, Second-class Fireman; E. Lambert, Boiler Maker; T. Furlong, Coal Passer; M. Lynch, Seaman; J. Sinclair, Boatswain's Mate Second-class; J.H. Roulston, Private Marine.


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13 December 1894

At anchor Yokohama, Japan

Lat 35.452, Long 139.667


Commences and until 4am:

Clear and cold.

Gentle to moderate breeze from North by East.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cold.

Gentle to stiff breeze from NNW.

Rising barometer.

Cleaning ship.

Received in Department of Supplies and Accounts: 101¼ pounds fresh beef; 101¼ pounds fresh vegetables; 81 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle and light NNW breeze, shifting to NE.

At 9.30am inspected at quarters, exercised at small arms and sent 1st and 2nd cutters out for practice.

14 men absent without leave.

Crew engaged at ship's work, cleaning, getting ready for painting, et cetera.

A board to investigate shortage in coal, of which Lieutenant J.M. Robinson, U.S. Navy, is senior member, left the ship on duty, returned at 12.00pm.

M. Lynch, Seaman, returned on board 77 hours over time.

Received on board 4 tons fresh water for use of ship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze and airs from ESE and SE.

At 3.00pm S.S. "Peru" came in from San Francisco, bringing United States mail.

Exchanged colors with her.

Crew engaged painting ship.

E. Lambert, Boiler Maker, and J.J. Gray, Coal Passer, returned on board 78 and 6 hours over time respectively.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes, variable in direction.

Barometer steady.

Evening quarters omitted on account of ship's work.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light to moderate breezes from WSW and SW.


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14 December 1894

At anchor Yokohama, Japan

Lat 35.452, Long 139.667


Commences and until 4am:

Fair to cloudy, moonlight.

Light to stiff breezes in squalls from SW.

Barometer falling.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, squally.

Wind from SW, blowing a stiff breeze in squalls.

Slight fall in barometer.

Executed morning orders.

Received for use of crew: 101¼ pounds fresh beef; 101¼ pounds fresh vegetables; and 81 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle to stiff breezes from SW, blowing in moderate squalls.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, the following named men absent without leave, namely: P. Hansen, Water Tender, G.A. Williams, Ordinary Seaman, W. Clark, Second-class Fireman, T. Furlong, Coal Passer, J.H. Roulston, Private Marine, J. Sinclair, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, C.H. Valles, Gunner's Mate Third-class, O. Gannon, Second-class Fireman, J.W. Svenson, Blacksmith, and J. Roos, Chief Carpenter's Mate.

After muster and inspection had setting up and divisional great gun drill, Powder division small arms.

G.A. Williams, Ordinary Seaman, was brought on board by the police, having left the ship without permission, he was placed under sentry's charge to await trial by Court Martial, by order of Commanding Officer.

W. Clark, Second-class Fireman, 123½ hours over time, T. Furlong, Coal Passer, 99½ hours, J.H. Roulston, Private Marine, 98 hours, J. Sinclair, Boatswain's Mate Second-class, 50 hours and C.H. Valles, Gunner's Mate Third-class, 27½ hours, were brought on board by the police.

A reward of ten dollars was paid for the delivery on board of each of the above named men, brought off by the police.

Received official visit from United States Consul General and fired a salute of nine guns upon his departure, the American flag at the fore.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 9 saluting charges 6-pounder rapid fire gun; and 9 percussion primers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Moderate breeze from SW and SSW.

Engaged painting ship outside.

The Pacific Mail [Steamship Company's] S.S. "Peru" went out at 3.45pm.

P. Hansen, Water Tender, was brought on board by the police officials and a reward of $10 0/100 paid for his delivery on board.

By order of the Commanding Officer placed him under sentry's charge to await action of the Captain.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and warm.

Gentle to fresh breeze from SW, blowing in moderate squalls.

Engaged painting ship's side until 5.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Fair to clear and pleasant.

Light to stiff breeze in squalls from SW, shifting to NNW last half and becoming steadier.


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15 December 1894

At anchor Yokohama, Japan

Lat 35.452, Long 139.667


Commences and until 4am:

Partly cloudy, cool, with slight drizzle latter part of watch.

Moderate to light breezes from North and North by West.

Barometer rising.


4am to 8am:

Overcast, rainy, squally and misty.

Gentle to stiff breezes from North and NNE.

O. Gannon, Second-class Fireman, returned on board 48 hours over time.

Received in Paymaster's Department the following fresh provisions: 101¼ pounds fresh beef; 101¼ pounds vegetables; 81 pounds bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast and cloudy, cold.

Gentle to stiff breezes in squalls from NE.

At 9.30am called all hands to muster and read the finding and sentences of Summary Court Martial in the cases of Charles Biehler, Landsman, and E. Horigan, Coal Passer, both sentenced to be confined in solitary confinement on bread and water, in single irons, for 30 days, with full ration every fifth day, of O. Miller, Seaman, who was disrated to an Ordinary Seaman for incompetence, and of W.J. Lloyd, Seaman, and E. Hansen, Seaman, who were acquitted.

By order of the Commanding Officer confined Charles Biehler, Landsman, in accordance with sentence, and placed E. Horigan, Coal Passer, under sentry's charge for safe keeping.

Passed Assistant Engineer Moritz and Ensign Traut [Trout in log-book] made the weekly inspection required by the regulations.

Absentees: J.W. Svenson, Blacksmith, and J. Roos, Chief Carpenter's Mate.

Delivered specifications for trial by Summary Court Martial to G.A. Williams, Ordinary Seaman.


Midnight to 4am:

Partly cloudy, cool and squally.

Wind in squalls from North to NNE.

Stiff to very fresh choppy sea.

Barometer rising.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cold.

Moderate to fresh breezes in squalls first half, and then stiff breezes from North.

Moon rose at 7.00pm.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NNW and North.

Bright moonlight.

Barometer rising.


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16 December 1894

At anchor Yokohama, Japan

Lat 35.452, Long 139.667


Commences and until 4am:

Clear and cold.

Light to gentle breeze from North.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cold.

Gentle to light breeze from North and NE.

Lifted port anchor and hoisted out whaleboat and dinghy.

Water boat came alongside at 8.00am.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cold.

Light breeze from NNE.

At 10.10am the Commanding Officer inspected the ship and crew at quarters.

J. Roos, Chief Carpenter's Mate and J.W. Svenson, Blacksmith, absent without leave, and returned at 10.30am, twenty-five hours over time.

By order of the Commanding Officer C. Mitchell, Apprentice Third-class, was released from sentry's charge and W. Sullivan, Water Tender, was confined, in double irons, for five days, for being drunk on board ship, and the hand irons of C. Biehler, Landsman, a Court Martial prisoner, were changed to leg irons.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cold.

Light breeze from ENE and East.

Slight rise in barometer.

Received 1000 gallons fresh water from water boat for use of ship, and about 12,000 gallons to fill boilers.

At 2.00pm Russian flagship fired salute of 15 guns, Russian official flag at fore, and at 3.00pm Russian cruiser "Rynda" ["Rhynda" in log-book] fired salute of 15 guns, same flag at fore.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cold.

Light breeze from East.

Barometer rising slowly.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold.

Light airs from NW.

Barometer falling.

Moon rose about 8.15pm.


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17 December 1894

At anchor Yokohama, Japan

Lat 35.452, Long 139.667


Commences and until 4am:

Clear and cold.

Light airs from WNW and NW.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cold.

Light airs and breezes from NW and North.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy, cold.

Light Northerly breeze.

Barometer falling.

At 9.30am mustered at quarters, exercised at setting up and at aiming and sighting.

Immediately after lowered boats, and exercised under oars and sail.

Received on board in Engineer's Department: one distiller coil (repaired); and in Paymaster's Department: 101¼ pounds fresh beef; 101¼ pounds fresh vegetables; and 81 pounds fresh bread.

Crew engaged at ship's work.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and misty, light drizzle last hour.

Calm to light airs from ENE and North by East.

At 12.45pm French flagship left the port and went to sea.

Paraded the Marine Guard.

Engaged painting ship.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, drizzling rain greater part of watch, clearing last hour.

Light variable airs.

Barometer falling.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters and served out clean hammocks.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold.

Light breeze from West and WNW.

At 9.28pm went to general quarters, divisions ready, two shells and charges provided, as follows: 1st Division 10½ minutes; 2nd Division 12 minutes; 3rd and 4th Divisions 11 minutes; Navigator's Division 6½ minutes; Marines 5½ minutes; Powder Division 8 minutes.


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18 December 1894

At anchor Yokohama, Japan

Lat 35.452, Long 139.667


Commences and until 4am:

Clear and cool.

Light airs from WNW.

Calm last hour.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cool, hazy last hour.

Light variable airs.

Barometer rising.

Executed mornings orders.


8am to meridian:

Clear and fine.

Light to gentle breezes from NNW.

At 11.00am dressed ship rainbow fashion with Russian flag at the main, and fired a salute of twenty-one guns, in honor of His Imperial Russian Majesty's saint name day, St. Nicholas day.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 21 saluting charges 6-pounder rapid fire gun; and 21 primers.

Hoisted out 1st cutter.

Received provisions in Paymaster's Department as follows: bread (hard), 500 pounds; flour, 1000 pounds; salt pork, 600 pounds; beans, 100 gallons; salt beef, 400 pounds; rice, 100 pounds; dried fruit, 150 pounds; tomatoes, 200 pounds; can meat, 500 pounds; sugar, 100 pounds.

And stores in Engineer's Department as follows: 1 dozen brass nuts; 12 oil squirt cans; 1 pound screws; 2 brass stuffing boxes and glands; 450 gallons lubricating oil; 1 ledger; 5 bottles drawing ink; 1 pen rack; 2 letter hooks; 6 carpenter's rules; 1 hacksaw; 3 hacksaw blades; 50-pound Excelsior [scale]; labor for repairs to circulating pump discharge pipe; labor and material for construction of case of drawers for ship's stores.

Water boat alongside discharging water into boiler D.

Sent an officer to Russian flagship and to H.B.M.S "Plover", to announce the departure of this ship for Nagasaki.

Received from United States Naval Hospital, Yokohama: Zachariah Johnson, Coal Passer, with bag, hammock and papers.

Enlisted for three years, general service, W. Montgomery as Landsman.

Commanding Officer paid an official visit to Russian flagship.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cool.

Light to gentle breezes from North.

Smooth sea.

At 3.30pm went to quarters, and turned in scrubbed hammocks.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light breeze from NNE and North.

Hoisted in steam launch and making preparations for sea.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold.

Light breeze from NNW and calm.


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19 December 1894

At anchor Yokohama, Japan, and making passage to Nagasaki, Japan

Lat 35.05, Long 139.63


Commences and until 4am:

Clear and cold, bright moonlight.

Light airs from North and NW.

Started fires in boilers B, C and D at midnight.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cold.

Light breeze from NW.

Making preparations for sea.

At 7.00am diver went down, and at work during remainder of watch, clearing strainer of flushing pump suction pipe.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and light variable airs first two hours, then light breezes from NE and WNW.

Hoisted in sailing launch.

At 9.10am called all hands up anchor, under way at 9.18am.

Draft forward 13 feet 6 inches, aft 15 feet 9 inches.

Stood out of Yokohama Bay and down Tokyo Gulf, Commanding Officer at the conn.

Courses: at 9.30am S11°E; at 10.20am S49°E; at 10.40am S18°E; at 10.47am S30°W; and at 11.20am S49°W.

At end of watch off Tsurugi Saki, distant about 5 miles.

Made international [signal] Q.W.H. and R.K.T. to signal station at Kwannon Point, answered B.J., which we answered by our number.

Tsurugi light made B.D.O., which was also answered by our number.

Went to quarters at 10.00am, exercised at setting up, aiming drill and divisional drill.

Secured anchor and battery for sea.

Set clock ahead 7 minutes last hour.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cold.

Gentle breeze from WNW first hour and moderate to stiff, increasing to fresh breeze from WSW during remainder of watch.

Smooth sea until last hour, moderate head sea last hour.

Barometer rising.

At 1.10pm stopped port engine to adjust stuffing boxes and slowed starboard engine to 60 turns.

At 1.30pm went ahead 80 turns on port engine and stopped starboard engine for same purpose.

At 1.45pm went ahead full speed with both engines.

At 2.07pm O-shima bore abeam, distant 1.1 miles.

At 3.30pm lost sight of Fuji Yama [Fazi Joma in log-book] behind coast mountains and sighted Rock Island light bearing WSW½W.

Average steam pressure 118 pounds, revolutions 87.7.

Exercised seamen and apprentices of the watch at heaving the lead.


4pm to 6pm:

Partly cloudy, cold.

Blowing fresh from West.

Rising barometer.

Moderate head sea.

Vessel pitching heavily at times.

At 4.30pm inspected at quarters.

At 5.25pm changed course to S62°W, patent log reading 89.2.

Average steam pressure 117.5 pounds, revolutions 81.

Rock Island light bore (per compass) NNW at end of watch.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and cool.

Stiff to very fresh breezes from West.

Rough sea, ship pitching deeply at times.

Steam 100 pounds, revolutions 80.

At 8.00pm lost Rock Island bearing NE.


8pm to midnight:

Fair.

Moderate to fresh breeze from West.

Long, moderately rough sea.

Revolutions 84, steam 113 pounds.


Kwannon Point is also known as Cape Kannon.

O-shima is also known as Izu Oshima.

Fuji Yama is also known as Mount Fuji.


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20 December 1894

Making passage to Nagasaki, Japan

Lat 32.83, Long 136.08


Commences and until 4am:

Clear and cold.

Moon rose at 12.05am.

Moderate breeze, with stiff squalls from WNW.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, revolutions 79.8.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cool.

Blowing fresh from WNW, decreasing to moderate NW breeze and becoming squally towards close of watch.

Moderate sea.

Increased speed to 90 turns, and finally by close of watch to 100 turns.

Course S62°W.

Average steam pressure 118 pounds, revolutions 87.3.


8am to meridian:

Clear first part, then clouding over.

Moderate to fresh breezes from West by North to WNW, blowing in fresh puffs.

Moderate sea.

Sighted land on starboard side at 8.50am.

At 9.15am changed course to S71°W, by order [of] Commanding Officer, patent log reading 22.0.

By order [of] Commanding Officer, released from confinement and made prisoners at large while at sea: E. Horigan, Coal Passer; P. Hansen, Water Tender; and G.A. Williams, Ordinary Seaman.

At 11.15am Shino Misaki bore abeam.

Average steam 111 pounds, revolutions 102.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair to cloudy and pleasant.

Moderate sea.

Gentle to stiff breezes in squalls from NW.

Light passing shower 2nd hour.

At 12.27pm, by order of the Commanding Officer, changed course to S75°W.

Set fore staysail and foot of foresail at 1.00pm, took in foot of foresail at 1.30pm, and set whole foresail again at 3.00pm.

Exercised apprentices at signals.

Revolutions 105, steam 115 pounds.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and cool.

Gentle breeze from NW.

Mustered at quarters at 4.30pm and exercised at setting up drill.

Took in fore trysail and staysail at 4.05pm.

Average steam pressure 110 pounds, revolutions 104.6.


6pm to 8pm:

Cloudy.

Gentle NW breeze, blowing in light puffs.

Rising barometer.

Sea smooth.

Course S75°W.

Average steam pressure 101 pounds, revolutions 102.5.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Gentle to moderate breezes from NW by West.

At 8.17pm changed course to S72°W, by order of Commanding Officer, patent log reading 46.6.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 106.2.


Shino Misaki is also known as Shionomisaki.


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21 December 1894

Making passage to Nagasaki, Japan

Lat 31.33, Long 131.58


Commences and until 4am:

Cloudy, light rain shower last hour.

Gentle and moderate breezes from WNW and NW.

Moderate sea.

Moon rose behind clouds about 1.30am.

Steaming a course S72°W, with four boilers.

Revolutions 104.6, steam 113 pounds.


4am to 8am:

Fair and cool.

Gentle to moderate breeze from NW.

At 7.40am sighted land on starboard bow, extreme Southern point bearing NW½W.

At 7.45am set fore trysail and staysail.

Average steam pressure 107 pounds, revolutions 101.2.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Light NW breeze.

Slight fall in barometer.

At 9.30am exercised at general quarters.

Battery cast loose and one round from all guns fired in 7 minutes, secured all in 5½ minutes.

Summary Court Martial, of which Lieutenant J.M. Robinson, U.S. Navy, is senior member, convened at 11.00am.

At 11.30am [Court] adjourned to await action of revising authority.

At 9.15am changed course to S75°W, patent log reading 95.1.

Land in sight along starboard beam throughout watch.

At end of watch O-shima light bore (per compass) North.

Average steam pressure 117 pounds, revolutions 113.6.

Examined magazine and shell room flood cocks, found all in good condition, except flood cock to after ammunition room.

Expended in Ordnance Department (see slip [below]).


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and fine.

Light to stiff breezes from NW, blowing in puffs.

Smooth sea.

By order of Commanding Officer changed course at 12.30pm to S70°W, patent log reading 38.4.

At 1.00pm changed course to S60°W, patent log [reading] 44.3, at 3.34pm changed course to S72°W, patent log 74.7.

At 12.58pm Toi Misaki bore abeam, distant about 3½ miles.

At 2.40pm Kannon-saki [Kwanon Misaki in log-book] abeam, distant about 3 miles.

At 4.00pm, Sata Misaki [Santano Misaki in log-book] on starboard bow, changed course to S85°W, patent log [reading] 80.3.

Land on starboard side, distant about 3 miles, ahead and on port beam, standing along coast, Commanding Officer in charge.

Aired bedding.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 111.9.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Light and gentle breezes from North by West.

Smooth sea.

At 4.30pm mustered at quarters and had setting up exercise.

At 4.30pm Sata Misaki [Santano Saki in log-book] lighthouse bore abeam, distant about 2.4 miles.

Changed course at 4.30pm to N62°W, and again at 6.00pm to N73°W.

Revolutions 108.2, steam 105 pounds.


6pm to 8pm:

Cool and fair.

Gentle breeze from North by West.

Smooth sea.

At 6.28pm lost sight of Sata Misaki [Santano Saki in log-book] light bearing ESE½E.

Average steam pressure 103 pounds, revolutions 105.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle NW breeze.

Barometer rising.

At 9.18pm changed course to N35°W.

At 9.20pm sighted Uji Shima Island bearing (per compass) West.

Sounded with Thomson's machine continuously until 10.00pm.

At 10.30pm sighted Koshiki Islands bearing NE (per compass).

At end of watch Uji [Shima] Island bore (per compass) South by West and Koshiki Islands (per compass) NE by East.

Steam 108.5 pounds, revolutions 89.7.


Sata Misaki is also known as Cape Sata.

Uji Shima is also known as Ucchima.


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[Inserted note]


Dec 21st, 8am to meridian.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following changes in ratings have taken place, to date from November 24th, 1894:

P.M. O'Reilly, from Second-class Fireman to Gunner's Mate Second-class; T. Furlong, from Coal Passer to Second-class Fireman; J. Smith, from Landsman to Coal Passer.


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8am to meridian, December 21st, 1894.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 6 6-inch reduced charges; 6 6-inch common shells; 6 vent-sealing primers; 2 6-pounder common shells, complete; 2 3-pounder common shells, complete; 1 1-pounder common shell, complete; 45 rounds .45 caliber rifle ammunition.


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22 December 1894

Making passage to Nagasaki, Japan, and at anchor

Lat 32.74, Long 129.86


Commences and until 4am:

Fair, cool and fine.

Light to gentle breezes from North by West.

Very smooth sea.

At 1.37am changed course to N13°E.

Moon rose at 2.25am.

Koshiki Islands in sight during watch, abeam at 2.30am.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 87.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Light and gentle breezes from North by West.

Smooth sea.

Sighted land on starboard beam at 5.50am.

By order of the Commanding Officer changed course at 6.35am to N35°E, and at 7.40am to N58°E.

At end of watch standing up toward Nagasaki lighthouse.

Revolutions 93.4, steam 110 pounds.


8am to meridian:

Fair and cool first part, mild last part.

Light variable airs.

Standing in for Nagasaki harbor, Commanding Officer conning.

Hoisted pilot flag and international signal R.K.T., D.W.H.

No answer to either received.

Proceeded into port.

At 10.50am came to in 6 fathoms water with port anchor and 30 fathoms chain.

Bearings of anchorage: Custom House East by South, Minage Saki SW½S, both magnetic.

Sent an officer to visit the United States Consul, and received visits from officers representing the senior Russian and French officers in port.

Fired a salute of 21 guns on anchoring, Japanese ensign at the fore, and received a visit from a representative of the Governor, stating that the salute could not be returned as there was at present no military post and ship in port and apologizing for same.

Banked fires.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 21 6-pounder saluting charges.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light variable airs.

Barometer falling.

Sent party of liberty men ashore.

Returned official calls received from Russian and French Senior Officers' ships.

At 1.00pm called all hands to muster and read proceedings of Summary Court Martial in case [of] G.A. Williams, Ordinary Seaman.

By order of Commander G.A. Williams, Ordinary Seaman, was confined as prisoner at large to await final execution of sentence.


4pm to 8pm:

Fair, cool and pleasant.

Light variable airs and calms.

A Russian gunboat left the harbor at 4.30pm.

Hove in to 20 fathoms on port chain.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Light NE breeze.

Slight rise in barometer.


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23 December 1894

At anchor Nagasaki, Japan

Lat 32.74, Long 129.86


Commences and until 4am:

Clear and cold.

Calm to light airs and breezes from NE.


4am to 8am:

Weather cool and cloudy, with thin fog.

Light airs from NE.

Received in Paymaster's Department for issue to crew: 82 pounds fresh bread; and 102½ pounds each fresh beef and vegetables.

The French flagship "Bayard", accompanied by the "Duguay-Trouin" ["Dougay Trouin" in log-book], came in and anchored at 7.45am.


8am to meridian:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light variable airs.

Falling barometer.

At 8.05am French flagship fired salute of 13 guns, Russian ensign at fore, answered by Russian flagship gun for gun, French ensign at fore.

At 8.15am this ship fired a salute of 13 guns, French ensign at fore, answered by French flagship gun for gun, American ensign at fore.

Sent officer on board French flagship to make customary call.

Commander left the ship at 10.00am to make official calls.

At 11.00am United States Consul called on Commander and officers, was received with customary honors, salute at departure waived.

At 10.00am Executive Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 13 2-pound saluting charges; and 13 percussion primers.


Meridian to 4pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light breeze from SW first hour, then from SE.

Received official visits from French Commodore, Commanding Officers of the French man-of-war "Forfait", and from an officer from the French flagship "Bayard".


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy, pleasant weather.

Light airs to light breeze from Eastward.

Slight fall in barometer.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and pleasant, light passing shower last hour.

Calm.


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24 December 1894

At anchor Nagasaki, Japan

Lat 32.74, Long 129.86


Commences and until 4am:

Overcast, with light rain at times.

Light airs and breeze from NE first hour, then variable airs and calms.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy, light drizzling rain throughout watch.

Barometer falling.

Calm first hour, light airs, variable in direction, remainder of watch.

Made all preparations for receiving coal.

Received for use of crew: 102½ pounds fresh beef; 102½ pounds vegetables; and 82 pounds fresh bread.


8am to meridian:

Overcast, misty, drizzly and light rain.

Calm and light airs from North.

At 8.15am the Occidental and Oriental [Steamship Company] steamer "Belgic" came into harbor.

Coal lighters came alongside, and at 9.30am commenced coaling, received 37 tons during watch.

Received official visit from the French Admiral and fired a salute of 13 guns upon his departure, French flag at the fore.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 13 saluting charges 6-pounder rapid fire gun; and 13 percussion primers.

Received official visit from Commanding Officer of the Russian ship "Admiral Kornilov" ["Admiral Korniloff" in log-book].

Officers of same ship made visit to officers of this vessel, and a committee of officers made calls upon the different men-of-war in the harbor.

Received in Paymaster's Department provisions as follows: 2 barrels pork; 1 barrel sugar; 10 cases vegetables; 24 cases meats.

Received in Equipment Department: 2 barrels unslaked lime.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast and damp.

Calm and light variable airs, increasing to light breeze and steadying to North by West last hour.

Finished coaling, having received on board 155 tons of Miike [Mike in log-book] steaming coal.

At end of watch making preparations for sea.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy and pleasant.

Light airs to gentle breezes from North by West.

At 4.20pm called all hands up anchor, got under way and stood out of harbor, Commanding Officer in charge.

Paraded Guard while passing French flagship.

Standing out to sea.

At 5.17pm took departure, Iwo Sima light bearing East (magnetic), distant 1½ miles, and set course S65°W.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 106.

Draft of ship forward 13 feet 9 inches, aft 16 feet 9 inches.


6pm to 8pm:

Overcast, with light rain at times.

Light breeze from North.

At 6.10pm changed course by order of Commanding Officer to S37°W.

At 6.40pm lost Nagasaki light bearing N50°E.

Sighted steamer's light last hour.

Revolutions 99, steam 118 pounds.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cool, occasional light drizzling rain during first hour.

Gentle breeze from North.

Average steam pressure 112.5 pounds, revolutions 91.4.


Iwo Sima is also known as Io-shima.


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25 December 1894

Making passage from Nagasaki to Chefoo, China

Lat 32.15, Long 126.81


Commences and until 4am:

Cloudy, cool.

Light to moderate NNW breeze.

Barometer rising.

At 1.50am changed course to N72°W, patent log reading 51.3.

Average steam pressure 109.5 pounds, revolutions 97.4.


4am to 8am:

Fair and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from NNW.

Smooth sea.

At 4.30am passed a steamer standing to the Eastward.

At 7.44am changed course to N51°W.

Steam 115 pounds, revolutions 94.5.


8am to meridian:

Clear and pleasant.

Gentle breeze from North to NNE.

Course N51°W.

Passed a British bark standing to Southward and Eastward, and two steamers, one British, one nationality not known, standing to Southward and Westward.

At 9.30am went to quarters and exercised crew at setting up drill.

Set clock back 33 minutes.

Average steam 113 pounds, average revolutions 87.6.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear, bright and pleasant weather.

Gentle breeze to light airs from NE.

At 12.10pm changed course to N47°W.

At 12.40pm passed a British steamer standing to the Eastward.

At [left blank] sighted the island of Quelpart bearing N½E.

Crew engaged at Christmas sports.

Swinging ship [for compass deviations] from 3.10pm to 3.50pm.

Average steam pressure 115 pounds, revolutions 92.4.


4pm to 6pm:

Clear and pleasant.

Light variable airs.

Barometer rising.

Course N47°W.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, revolutions 96.3.

Quelpart Island bore at sundown (per compass) NE.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear and fine.

Calm.

Bright starlight.

Steam 110 pounds, revolutions 94.2.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and pleasant.

Calms and light airs and breezes from WNW.

At 11.00pm changed course by order of the Commanding Officer to N20°W.

Revolutions 92.5, steam 110 pounds.


Chefoo is also known as Yantai.

Quelpart Island is also known as Jeju Island and Jejudo.


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26 December 1894

Making passage from Nagasaki to Chefoo, China

Lat 35.40, Long 124.07


Commences and until 4am:

Clear and cool, bright starlight.

Gentle breeze from South.

Passed a small island, which bore abeam at 2.30am.

Average steam pressure 114 pounds, revolutions 91.1.


4am to 8am:

Clear and pleasant.

Light SW breeze, shifting to East.

Barometer falling slowly.

Course N20°W.

Average steam 118 pounds, revolutions 94.3.


8am to meridian:

Partly cloudy and pleasant.

Light to gentle breezes from SSW to WSW.

Course N20°W until 8.07am, when changed to N15°W, which course was steered remainder of watch.

At 9.31am called all hands clear ship for action, cleared in 21 minutes.

All divisions provided 5 shells in 2½ minutes.

Secured at 11.04am.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 60 rounds .45 caliber rifle ammunition; and 3 3-pounder common shells, complete.

Set clock back 17 minutes.

Average revolutions 93.4, average steam 110 pounds.

By order of the Commanding Officer the following punishments were awarded for minor offenses: J. Davis, Apprentice Second-class, and B. Lipman, Apprentice Second-class, each reduction to next lower [conduct] class; A. Winter, Landsman, and F.W. Pearson, Apprentice Second-class, one hour's extra duty each.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair and pleasant.

Light airs and breezes from WSW.

Smooth sea.

Sent up main gaff.

Revolutions 91.8, steam 106 pounds.


4pm to 6pm:

Fair and cool.

Gentle breeze from South and SW.

At 4.30pm exercised at fire quarters, closing watertight doors and hatches, and abandon ship.

Average steam pressure 113 pounds, revolutions 94.2.


6pm to 8pm:

Clear first hour, overcast last hour of watch.

Light SW breeze.

Falling barometer.

Course N15°W.

Average steam pressure 112.5 pounds, revolutions 92.5.


8pm to midnight:

Overcast and raining.

Stiff to fresh breezes from NW and NNW.

Smooth to moderate sea.

Steam 105 pounds, revolutions 85.2.


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27 December 1894

Making passage from Nagasaki to Chefoo, China

Lat 37.65, Long 122.50


Commences and until 4am:

Overcast, stormy, with rain.

Stiff breeze to moderate gale from NNW.

Heavy sea from NNW.

Sounding at intervals from 1.00am.

Steam 114 pounds, revolutions 77.9.


4am to 8am:

Blowing a moderate gale from NNW.

Sky overcast, snow flurries during last hour.

Rough sea.

At 5.30am a steamer passed inshore of us, standing to the Southward and Eastward.

Sounding every half hour, least water 38 fathoms, at 6.00am and 6.30am.

Average steam pressure 120 pounds, revolutions 64.4.

At 7.10am changed course to N84°W.


8am to meridian:

Overcast.

Blowing a moderate gale from Northward and Westward, with frequent snow squalls.

Rising barometer.

Moderate sea.

At 8.40am changed course to N45°W, patent log reading 67.8.

At 9.20am changed course to N84°W, patent log reading 74.6.

At 10.10am changed course to N45°W, patent log reading 75.6.

At 10.30am changed course to N75°W, patent log reading 79.8.

At 11.50am changed course to N60°W, patent log reading 84.0, and at 12.00pm lay to with wind on port bow, heading N33°W.

Average steam pressure 115 pounds, revolutions 65.3.

Discontinued use of steering gear and steered with engines while effecting necessary repairs.


Meridian to 4pm:

Overcast.

Fresh breezes and moderate gale from NNW and NW.

Snowing.

Rough sea.

Took sounding at 12.30pm, 1.00pm, 1.30pm and 4.00pm in 16, 20, 23 and 26 fathoms.

Finished repairs to steering gear, and steered course North by West during watch.

Steam 122 pounds, revolutions 59.4.


4pm to 6pm:

Cloudy.

Stiff breeze to moderate gale from NW.

Rough sea.

Got soundings at 4.30pm, 5.00pm, 5.30pm and 6.00pm with 28, 31, 31, and 32 fathoms of wire out.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 50.3.


6pm to 8pm:

Stiff to very fresh breeze from NW, with occasional lulls.

Weather cold and cloudy, a few stars visible at times.

At 7.30pm changed course to N70°W.

Average steam pressure 118 pounds, revolutions 50.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy and cold.

Blowing fresh from NW, with occasional very fresh snow squalls.

Slight rise in barometer.

Course N70°W.

Average steam 115 pounds, revolutions 50.3.

Moderate sea.

Wind decreasing toward close of watch.


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28 December 1894

Making passage from Nagasaki to Chefoo, China

Lat 37.53, Long 121.68


Commences and until 4am:

Overcast and squally.

Gentle to stiff breezes from NW.

Rough sea.

On course N70°W during watch.

Took soundings every half hour in 29 to 25 fathoms, gradually decreasing depths.

Steam 120 pounds, revolutions 48.


4am to 8am:

Cloudy to fair.

Gentle to stiff breeze from NW.

Moderate sea.

By order of the Commanding Officer changed course to S70°E, and at 7.07am to South and went ahead full speed.

At 7.40am sighted land ahead and on port bow.

Changed course to S28°W and slowed to 60 turns.

Sounding at each bell, bottom with 31, 32, 48, 35, 40, 44, 45 and 42 fathoms.

Using tube at 7.30am, depth 24½ fathoms.

Steam 118 pounds, revolutions 54.4.


8am to meridian:

Fair and cold.

Stiff to fresh breezes from NW.

Standing in for Chefoo Harbor, Commanding Officer conning, steering various courses.

Average steam pressure 110 pounds, revolutions 88.

Sounding continually with machine, least water obtained 11¾ fathoms.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cold.

Moderate NW breeze.

Barometer steady.

At 12.20pm made [our] number, 236.

U.S.S. "Baltimore", at anchor, answered and made her number, 11.

At 12.45pm U.S.S. "Baltimore" made general signal 1336, "Anchor on starboard quarter of this vessel".

Answered, and at 1.00pm came to an anchor in 5½ fathoms water, veering to 45 fathoms starboard chain.

Banked fires.

Bearings at anchorage: Kung Tung Tao [Kung Lung Tao in log-book] lighthouse N74°E, West tangent of NW island N23°W (magnetic).

At 12.50pm saluted Admiral's flag with 13 guns.

Expended in Ordnance Department: 13 2-pound saluting charges; and 13 percussion primers.

Draft of ship forward 12 feet, 6 inches, aft 16 feet.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cold.

Gentle breeze from NW.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cold.

Gentle NW breeze, shifting to North last half of watch.

Barometer steady.

Fires banked.


Kung Tung Tao is also known as Evans Island.


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29 December 1894

At anchor Chefoo, China

Lat 37.55, Long 121.48


Commences and until 4am:

Clear and cold.

Gentle breeze from NNE.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cold.

Gentle breeze from NNE and North.

A British gunboat left the harbor at 7.14am, communicating by boat with U.S.S. "Baltimore" in passing.

At 7.00am flagship made general signal 3350, followed by 6379, and at 7.10am wigwag signal "Overcoats for crew, watch caps".

Lowered steam launch.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cold.

Gentle breeze from North and NNW.

Ship's company engaged cleaning ship.

A 9.00am made sick report numeral 3.

Asked and received by wigwag signal from flagship permission to loose sail and trice up scrubbed canvas.

Loosed fore trysail and fore staysail.

Fires banked.

Transferred to flagship: 50 cases brown prismatic powder; one case of black ignition powder; and 150 cartridge bags, for U.S.S. "Charleston".


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cold.

Moderate breeze from NNW.

At 1.00pm flagship signaled to this vessel "Men for Baltimore will not be transferred until you return".

At 2.55pm made signal to U.S.S. "Baltimore" "Request permission to pipe down scrubbed canvas", answered granted.

At 3.10pm U.S.S. "Baltimore" signaled to this vessel "Send gig for Captain".

At 3.30pm made signal to flagship "Request permission to furl sail", answered granted.

Received in Department of Provisions and Clothing: 273¾ pounds fresh beef; and 273¾ pounds fresh vegetables.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cold.

Gentle NNW breeze.

Slight rise in barometer.

Hoisted and secured all boats and made preparations for sea.

Fires banked.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold.

Gentle and light breezes from NNW.


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30 December 1894

At anchor Tengchoufu, China

Lat 37.83, Long 121.00 [Estimated position]


Commences and until 4am:

Clear and cold.

Light breeze from North.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cold.

Light breeze from North.

Received in Paymaster's Department: 219 pounds fresh bread.

Hove in to 20 fathoms on starboard chain, preparatory to getting under way.

At 7.00am flagship made time and dress signals.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cold.

Light breeze from North and NW.

Smooth sea.

At 8.40am made general signal to flagship, 4890, answered by 904 (permission granted to get under way).

Called all hands up anchor, got under way and stood out from anchorage, Commanding Officer at the conn.

Paraded Marine Guard in passing flagship.

At 9.18am put over patent log, reading 9.0 miles [knots in log-book].

At 9.22am set course N52°W, patent log reading 9.9.

At 9.40am NW Rock bore abeam, distant 2 miles.

At 10.50am Sloping Point abeam, distant 4.3 miles.

Changed course to N56°W, and on that course to end of watch.

Standing along coast toward Tengchoufu.

At 10.00am Commanding Officer inspected ship and crew at quarters.

At 11.30am called all divisions to quarters, and got up one round of ammunition to each 6-inch gun and one box ammunition for each gun of secondary battery.

Steam 112 pounds, revolutions 97.6.

Draft 12 feet 6 inches forward, 16 feet aft.


Meridian to 4pm:

Fair, then clouding over.

Light and gentle breezes from NW to WSW.

Standing in for an anchorage off Tengchoufu, Commanding Officer conning the ship.

At 1.13pm let go starboard anchor in 8¼ fathoms, bottom blue mud, veered to 45 fathoms and secured chain.

Bearings: Temple Hill S16°W, Tengchou Head West by South (all magnetic).

Draft forward 13 feet 6 inches, aft 16 feet.

Banked fires.

Commanding Officer went on shore to call upon American missionaries.


4pm to 8pm:

Cloudy and cold.

Moderate to gentle breezes from WSW.


8pm to midnight:

Cloudy, then fair, cold.

Gentle and moderate breezes from WSW to West.


Tengchoufu is also known as Penglai.

Tengchou Head is also known as Penglai Tou and Teng Chaw Head.


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31 December 1894

At anchor Tengchoufu, China

Lat 37.88, Long 120.80


Commences and until 4am:

Clear and cold.

Moderate breeze from West.

Commenced swinging to flood at 12.10am, finished at 12.30am.


4am to 8am:

Clear and cold.

Gentle to stiff breezes from West and WNW, blowing in puffs.


8am to meridian:

Clear and cold.

Gentle to stiff breezes from WNW and NW, falling to North by West and falling to light breeze.

At 9.30am went to quarters, exercised at setting up, aiming drill and small arms.

Hove up starboard anchor and at 10.10am went ahead and stood over toward an anchorage in lee of Changshang Island [Changchou Island in log-book] under the conn of the Commanding Officer.

At 10.44am let go port anchor in 10 fathoms, bottom blue mud, veered to 60 fathoms and secured.

Bearings: Spit Point N60°W, Tengchou Head S43°W (magnetic).

Partially spread fires and banked them again.


Meridian to 4pm:

Clear and cold.

Gentle breezes from NNE.

Commenced swinging to flood at 12.50pm.

Swung to the wind at 1.30pm, and remained head to wind during remainder of watch.

Lowered steam launch.

Commanding Officer called upon the Taitai [the elected leader-wife] of Tengchoufu.

Exercised Marines at skirmish drill and firemen and coal passers of First Division at the manual of arms and the firings.

Executive Officer engaged in making the monthly inspection of store rooms, and Quarterly Board of Survey engaged in making the quarterly inspection of same.


4pm to 8pm:

Clear and cold.

Light and gentle breezes from NNE and North.

Tide setting Eastward.

Riding between wind and tide.

Hoisted in steam launch.

Thomas Murray, Coxswain, injured thumb of right hand in hoisting in steam launch.


8pm to midnight:

Clear and cold.

Gentle breeze to light to light airs from North by East.


Approved: [signed] William M. Folger, Commander U.S. Navy Commanding.


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