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THE VOYAGES OF USS BURTON ISLAND 1946-1947
(More detailed plots follow in the text)
(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)
LOGS FOR DECEMBER 1946
[Title page]
List of Officers [name, rank and primary duties], 28 December to 31 December 1946, and January 1947:
G L KETCHUM, CDR, Commanding
F L DAWLEY, LCDR, Executive Officer
C FINK, LCDR, Aviator, Helicopter Unit
J HOSTINSKY, LT, First Lieutenant, Gunnery Officer
L C KNOWLES, LT, Engineering Officer
F A WOODKE, LT, Navigator
J W BEGLEY, LTJG, Medical Officer
J P HOPKINS, LTJG, Communication Officer
A F FERGUSON, ENS, Assistant Engineering Officer
D A MAASKE, ENS SC, Supply and Disbursing Officer, “E” Division Officer
T B WATSON, CHMACH, Assistant Engineering Officer, Damage Control, Engineering
D D LAIRSKY, CHELEC, Assistant Engineering Officer, Electrical Officer
C O HILL, CHBOSN, Assistant to First Lieutenant, Damage Control Officer
[List of abbreviations for US Navy ranks]
[Blank]
[Crew list; further details are available in the links above.]
ADAMS, Frank E, 279-52-49 |
SCOTT, Clyde, FLMOMM, 634-01-66 |
GATES, Roy S Jr, S2, 755-06-62 |
COOLEDGE, Lewis B, MOMM3, 805-97-34 |
OLSEN, Norman G Jr, MOMM2, 575-27-55 |
KELLY, William E, MOMM2, 244-01-49 |
ARNOLD, Floyd, CPHM, 355-73-97 |
SISKA, Andrew F, RDM2, 654-97-14 |
GOODRICH, Joseph A, CY, 341-03-48 |
CRAWFORD, Jack, S1, 632-26-68 |
PAPURT, Arnold R, EM2, 381-48-71 |
KERR, Rex J, S1ETM, 294-37-59 |
BARKER, John H, CMOMM, 268-11-17 |
SMITH, John L, CBM, 355-72-66 |
GRANGER, Arthur H, CMOMM, 328-44-68 |
DAVIS, Nathaniel D, ST2, 906-68-36 |
PEEL, Rollie V, COX, 301-39-11 |
KING, Wayne, SC2, 358-24-21 |
BATES, James W, F2 954-24-15 |
STEINBERG, Robert, S2, 568-16-23 |
HACKER, Robert, CML, 635-19-01 |
DELORETO, Ernest, ETM2, 712-44-84 |
PERRY, Edmund J, S1, 377-97-13 |
LASTER, William W, STML, 357-70-35 |
BEST, Robert J Jnr, MOMM2 357-52-73 |
TAITANO, Leoncio T, CK2, 421-05-18 |
HALL, Stuart G, SML, 321-66-45 |
DENTON, Francis M, CCS, 341-84-26 |
POPE, Robert B, BM2, 385-98-91 |
LEE, Joseph L, S1, 939-44-92 |
BETHEL, Clifford, S1 379-36-47 |
TAYLOR, William A, CMOMM, 286-94-26 |
HARPER, Thomas D, CMOMM, 272-12-00 |
DONALDSON, Wilbur P, MOMM2, 648-96-57 |
POWELSON, Charles A, QM2, 392-87-32 |
LUCAS, Edward, F2, 339-72-71 |
BLADH, James C, 554-76-16 |
THAXTON, Kelly R, CMOMM, 380-56-74 |
HARRELL, Henry C Jr, F2, 296-51-61 |
DUFFY, John R, MOMM3, 880-35-22 |
RANKERT, Edward H, CQM, 385-49-51 |
LYONS, Maurice B, RM2, 617-84-95 |
BRADFORD, Venus O, MOMM3, 641-24-07 |
THORSEN, Robert M, S1 882-90-44 |
HART, Fred W, EM2, 662-43-55 |
DURHAM, Johnnie L, STM2, 671-82-78 |
REVELES, Gilbert, EM3, 577-23-22 |
MARLAR, Olin D Jr, SK1, 670-43-71 |
BRAUN, Raymond J, S1 234-51-95 |
TOWLE, George E, S1, 312-00-96 |
HILTON, William L, F1, 625-87-02 |
ELKINS, William, CMOMM, 385-64-73 |
RIGBY, Daniel K, DEMN, 328-21-62 |
McCLELLAN, Johnie J, Fl,671-17-13 |
BROOKS, Clarence D, EM2, 828-85-69 |
ULRICH, Dean H, S1, 343-28-17 |
HOUCK, Charles E, EM2, 604-61-76 |
FALL, Lloyd, MOMM1, 376-31-55 |
ROSS, Victor V, BM2, 316-67-39 |
McCOY, Kenneth R, SK3, 566-06-19 |
BRYAN, Hartzell L, MAM3, 885-34-69 |
VEITH, Albert J, S1, 225-27-69 |
HUDDLESTON, James E, CMOMM, 346-64-50 |
FARRUGIO, Anthony, MOMM2, 223-58-17 |
ROY, Henry R, F1MOMM, 604-02-97 |
MEALHOUSE, Mile D, S1, 329-64-36 |
BURKE, Joseph C, RM2, 291-85-77 |
YEARWOOD, David L, F2, 986-93-70 |
HUMMEL, Wesley F, F2, 317-66-83 |
FINLEY, James C, MOMM3, 757-87-90 |
SANER, George J, COX, 555-93-22 |
MIROVSKY, Robert F, GM3, 314-49-17 |
CASEY, Robert J, AERM1, 300-74-08 |
ZIMMERMAN, Michael J, CMOMM, 214-89-99 |
HULSEY, James, F1, 553-71-95 |
FRONCZAK, Aloysius F, CEM, 299-90-50 |
SAYLOR, John C, FCL, 632-08-46; |
MYERS, Stanley N, CMOMM, 321-10-51 |
CHAPPELL, Louis M, S1, 557-53-19 |
COPE, Harley F Jr, PHOM3, 891-31-19 |
JETT, Carl L, S1, 671-67-40 |
FUSSY, Ralph B, MOMM2, 329-15-02 |
SCHAUVLIEGE, Clifford R, Y3, 957-50-86 |
NOVAK, Louis A, SC3, 247-27-23 |
CLARK, Clarence S, CRM, 393-15-63 |
NICE, Bernard C, AMM1, 201-93-30 |
JOHNSON, John M, S1, 830-09-23 |
GAGNER, Leo F, MOMM2, 803-25-07 |
SCHMIDT, Billy E, RM3, 755-16-87 |
OGLE, Theodore O, S1, 553-24-88 |
CLARK, Raleigh T, SF2, 576-67-26 |
PENNINGTON, Lloyd G, AMM2, 279-81-70 |
KABRICH, Harry L, S1, 568-16-25 |
28 December 1946
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.73, Long -118.26
0000 to 0800:
Moored.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored at Terminal Island, San Pedro 1425: Underway, from alongside USS TOPEKA [cruiser] various courses. Assisted by tugs YTB 394 and YTB 703. Pilot at the conn, Executive Officer and Navigator on the bridge. 1437: Passed through Naval Operating Base mole.1522: Moored at berth 57, Naval Supply Depot, San Pedro. 1532: Tugs cast off and left the ship.
1600 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages:
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 1-2
Clouds: Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
Sea state: n/e
29 December 1946
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to dock, berth 57, Naval Supply Depot, San Pedro, California, with 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 x 10” manila lines.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0721: Observed sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0800: Mustered crew at quarters, no absentees. 0840: Exercised crew at fire quarters. 0843: First stream. 0843.30: Secured stream. 0845: Secured from fire quarters. 1146: MEADOWS, Jack L, EM3, reported aboard with bag and baggage for duty.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1515: Stopped receiving fresh water from the dock facilities.
1600 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages:
Wind direction (degrees): 240
Wind force (knots): 1-2
Clouds: Light cloud to cloudless
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
Sea state: n/e
30 December 1946
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to dock, berth 57, Naval Supply Depot, San Pedro, with 3 10” manila lines and 4 x ⅞” wire lines.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0659: Observed sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0920: Taking in stores and fresh water.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1225: Secured from taking fresh water on board. Received 10,132 gallons. Men reported on board for duty: THOMAS, George, MOMM1; DUNN, John V, MOMM2; HENDRICKS, Elmer, MOMM2; MARGETAN, William, MOMM2; HEUNIER, Marcel, RDM2; FOSSIER, Peter J; McCARTHY, Regis; McKANE, Richard E, S1; SENECA, Rand J. 1315: RANKERT, Edward J, was this day transferred to Seattle, Washington, for further assignment to shore duty by Commandant 13th Naval District.
1600 to 2400:
Moored as before. 1652: Observed sunset.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 210
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
Sea state: n/e
31 December 1946
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to dock, berth 57, Naval Supply Depot, San Pedro, with 3 10” manila lines and 5 x 1⅛” wire lines.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0658: Observed sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0800: Quarters.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 280
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
Sea state: n/e
LOGS FOR JANUARY 1947
[Title page]
List of Officers, January 1947 [as for December above, plus]:
CR BEAMAN, CDR SC, passenger, Staff SO
1 January 1947
At Naval Supply Depot, San Pedro, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to dock, berth 57, Naval Supply Depot, San Pedro, California, with four 7/8” wire lines and two 8” manila lines. No 1 generator in use for culinary purposes.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
0800: Mustered crew on stations; no absentees. 0900: Continued outfitting ship. 1000: Mustered crew on stations; two absentees: BARKER, J H and KELLY, W E.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1240: Commenced taking fresh water from the dock. 1430: Completed taking fresh water, having received 6200 gallons.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 8
Clouds: Cu to St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
Sea state: n/e
2 January 1947
At Naval Supply Depot, San Pedro, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to dock, berth 57, Naval Supply Depot, San Pedro, California, with 4 x ⅞” wire lines and 2 x 8” manila lines.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0659: Observed sunrise. 0430: BARKER, J H reported on board having been 18 hours and 30 minutes over leave. KELLY, W E reported on board having been 21 hours over leave. 0750: Quarters.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0905: ROMBERGER, K M, RM1, reported for duty. 1115: LT John WILER, AVH, reported for duty, involving flying in BURTON ISLAND Ship Aviation Unit. 1142: Received 6100 gallons of fresh water.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2400:
Moored as before. 1656: Observed sunset.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 8
Clouds: Cu to St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
Sea state: n/e
3 January 1947
At Naval Supply Depot, San Pedro, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored as before.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0800: Quarters. 0815: Ship moved forward in berth by about 50 feet. 1115: SIMPSON, Ray D, QM2, reported for duty.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1200: Chronometers received aboard: two Hamilton, serials 8372 and 8347, one chronometer watch, serial 10568.
1600 to 2400:
Moored as before. 1656: Observed sunset.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
Sea state: n/e
4 January 1947
At Naval Supply Depot, San Pedro, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored as before.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0659: Observed sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0800: Quarters. The following men absent: HALL S G and DURHAM, J L. 0900: Receiving lubrication oil.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. Received 1060 gallons of lubricating oil.
1600 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 180
Wind force (knots): 8
Clouds: Ci to Cs
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
Sea state: n/e
5 January 1947
At Naval Supply Depot, San Pedro, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored as before.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0800: Quarters. No absentees.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 7
Clouds: St to fog
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
Sea state: n/e
6 January 1947
At Naval Supply Depot, San Pedro, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored as before.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0750: Mustered at quarters: REVELES, G absent.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0800: Quarters. REVELES, G returned aboard having been absent 15 minutes. 0945: COX, K L, S1; GILLETTE, Wendell B, S1; and TROMMLER, Robert E, S1, reported on board for duty.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. Received 8000 gallons of fresh water. 1540: USS YF-882 [lighter] moored alongside to port.
1600 to 2400:
Moored as before. Received 1855 gallons of lubricating oil.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 260
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: Fog to Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
Sea state: n/e
7 January 1947
At Naval Supply Depot, San Pedro, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored as before.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0800: Quarters. No absentees.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1500: Made preparations for getting underway. 1552: Underway from the dock, berth 57, Naval Supply Depot, San Pedro, California, to shift berths. Harbor pilot C ALTON at the conn, and the Captain, Executive Officer and Navigating Officer on the bridge.
1600 to 2400:
Underway as before. 1634: Anchored in berth W-3, San Pedro Harbor, San Pedro East breakwater, in 53 feet of water with 45 fathoms of chain to the starboard anchor.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 220
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: Fog and haze to St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
Sea state: n/e
8 January 1947
At San Pedro Harbor, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored as before.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. 0800: Mustered crew on station. One absentee: MARLAR, O D Jnr, absent since 0630. Ammunition barge No 954 moored alongside to starboard. 1100: Commenced taking on ammunition. LEE, Jessie, S2, reported on board for duty.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before.
1600 to 2400:
Anchored as before. 1700: ENS Drexel A MAASKE delivered on board the sum of $75,000 for disbursing purposes. 1720: Secured from taking ammunition on board.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 220
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 59
Sea state: n/e
9 January 1947
At San Pedro Harbor, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored as before. Various naval vessels present, including US SAINT PAUL (California-73) [cruiser].
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before. 0750: Mustered crew on station. No absentees. Made preparations for getting underway.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. 0808: Underway on various courses, Captain at the conn, Executive Officer and Navigating Officer on the bridge. 0820: Passed through San Pedro breakwater, E entrance. 0823: Buoy 1B abeam to starboard, distance 200 yards. 0825: Course 250°PGC, 249°T. 0839: Buoy No 1 abeam to starboard, distance 400 yards. 0842: Course 270°PGC, 285°T. 0915: Approaching measured mile course off Point Vicente. 0933: Multiple runs of the measured mile course. First run commenced at 0933, eighth run completed at 1430.
1200 to 1600:
1446: Set course 150°PGC [followed by short course changes]. 1532: Los Angeles breakwater light abeam to port, distance 2 miles. 1540: Entering San Pedro Harbor. 1553: Passed through San Pedro breakwater E entrance.
1600 to 2000:
1600: Anchored in berth W-3, San Pedro Harbor, in 9 fathoms with 45 fathoms on starboard chain.
2000 to 2400:
MARLAR, O D was returned to the ship in custody of the Supply Officer. 2050: LOWMAN, Charles B, SM2, and WATTS, Jordan V, BM2, reported on board for duty.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 280
Wind force (knots): 12
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 60
Sea state: n/e
10 January 1947
At San Pedro Harbor, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored as before.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before. 0730: BEDELLA, Eldon P, S1, reported on board for duty. Made preparations for getting underway.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. 0808: Underway on various courses. Left San Pedro harbor to run the measured mile.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1450: Entering San Pedro Harbor. 1457: Anchored in berth W-3, San Pedro Harbor.
1600 to 2000:
1600: Anchored in berth W-3, San Pedro Harbor, in 9 fathoms with 45 fathoms on starboard chain. The following men reported for duty: THOMAS, Ralph E, S2; SWINSON, James E, S2; FRAMBES, C S, S2; BALOG, M V, S2; SIMS, Curtis G, S2; KIRKPATRICK, Robert H Jnr, S1; BEAUMONT, Dennis C, S2; CHRISTENSEN, Charles F EM1; GENHO, R K, S1; BRADSHAW W F, S1; CHRISTOPHER G A, S1. PERRINGTON, John P, AGMM, was transferred to San Diego for duty and dental treatment as required.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 12
Clouds: St to haze
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 60
Sea state: n/e
11 January 1947
At San Pedro Harbor, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored as before.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. 0930: Made preparations for getting underway. 1016: Underway on various courses, Captain at the conn, Executive Officer and Navigating Officer on the bridge. 1102: Cleared breakwater and commenced maneuvers to obtain tactical data.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1517: Completed maneuvers for technical data; entered San Pedro Harbor. 1559: Anchored in berth W-3, San Pedro Harbor in 9 fathoms with 45 fathoms on starboard chain.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 290
Wind force (knots): 5
Clouds: St to fog to Cs
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 60
Sea state: n/e
12 January 1947
At San Pedro Harbor, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored as before.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. 0800: Quarters: FOSSIER, P J, S1, absent.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before. 1900: FOSSIER, P J returned on board, having been absent 11 hours and 30 minutes.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 280
Wind force (knots): 14
Clouds: Cu to Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 56
Sea state: n/e
13 January 1947
At San Pedro Harbor, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored as before.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before. 0750: Quarters; no absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. 1110: BRULLA, Marvin C, S2, and WEBB, Joe E, SK1, reported for duty.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before. 1500: Hoisted ship’s J2F plane* aboard 1547: Helicopter landed on flight deck, LCDR FINK, pilot.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 270
Wind force (knots): 15
Clouds: Ac to Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 55
Sea state: n/e
*[Note: The Grumman “Duck” was an amphibious plane used mainly for air-sea rescue. See hyperlink.]
14 January 1947
At San Pedro Harbor, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored as before.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before. 0750: Quarters; absentee BARKER, J H absent since 0730.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. 1015: USS YOG-87 came alongside. Commenced fueling ship, draft forward 26’.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before. 1355: Completed fueling, having received 163,793 gallons of diesel oil. 1400: ZIMMERMAN, M J was transferred to the Naval Hospital at Long Beach. 1415: YOG-87 cast off. 1429 Underway to shift berths. Captain AULTMAN, pilot, aboard. 1511: Moored at Richfield Oil Dock, berth 76, Long Beach.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1620: Receiving aviation gasoline. 1700: CDR Charles R BEAMAN, SC, reported aboard for temporary duty in staff, Commander Task Force 68. 1800: TEST, William E, ACMM, reported for duty in USS BURTON ISLAND Aviation Unit. 1905: Completed taking on aviation gasoline; received 6700 gallons.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. 2110: ORRELL, John T Jnr, BKR2, and LENNEAR, Leo V Jnr, ST3, reported for duty from the USS SAINT PAUL.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 260
Wind force (knots): 8
Clouds: As to Ci
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 55
Sea state: n/e
15 January 1947
At San Pedro Harbor, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored as before.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0635 The following men reported for duty from the USS TOPEKA: BICKFORD. William L, S2; BROWN, Clarence W, CK3; HAGEN, Earl A, S2; HORGAN, Gerald E, S2; JOICE, Allison H Jnr, S2; MARTIN. Louis, S2; MUMPOWER, William L S2; PATEY, John P S2; RETTEW, Jay M S2; TANT, Herbert A, S2; WOOD, R Y, SM2. 0657: Observed sunrise. 0710: BARKER, J H returned on board 23 hours and 40 minutes over leave. 0752: BRULLA, M C absent over leave from 0630.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0800: Quarters; BRULLA, M C absent. 0815: Made preparations for getting underway. 0844: USS YTB-511 [Carascan] came alongside. 0850: Underway on various courses, Captain at the conn, Executive Officer and Navigating Officer on the bridge en route to Naval Supply Depot, San Pedro. 0900: YTB-511 cast off. 0921: Passed through Terminal Island Mole. 0951: Moored starboard side to dock, berth 57, Naval Supply Depot, San Pedro. 1002: PURVIS, James Ralph, SSML1, and OSTOICH, Walter Harold, QM3, reported on board for duty from USS IOWA [battleship].
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. 2000: Inspected entire ship. 2330: The records and personal effects of BRULLA, Marvin C transferred to Receiving Station.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 300
Wind force (knots): 8
Clouds: St to At
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 55
Sea state: n/e
16 January 1947
At San Pedro and at San Diego
Lat 33.05, Long -117.66
0000 to 0400:
Moored as before.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0600: Made preparations for getting underway. 0714: Navy Tug YTB-511 came alongside port side to assist in getting underway. 0724: Underway. 0744: Navy Tug YTB-511 cast off.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. 0819: Passed Los Angeles Breakwater light abeam to starboard, distance 250 yards. Took departure from San Pedro, California en route to San Diego, California, course 143°T. 1000: Sighted ship bearing 340°T; 4500 yards. 1028: SS SINCLAIR passed abeam to port; distance 1000 yards. 1100: Sighted ship bearing 137°T, distance 5.75 miles. 1117: Ship passed abeam to port, distance 200 yards.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1243: [Made various course changes.] 1328: Sighted Port Poma Light bearing 120.30°T at 12 miles. 1423: Steaming on various courses and speeds to conform to the channel entering San Diego Harbor. 1445: Passed Point Loma Light abeam to port at 1000 yards. 1528: Moored to buoy No.13, San Diego Harbor, San Diego.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1350 [sic]: BRULLA, M C delivered to the ship under arrest. 1947: GAMBRELL, Ralph E, STM1, reported on board for duty.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 260
Wind force (knots): 8
Clouds: As to Ci
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 55
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 65
THE VOYAGES OF USS BURTON ISLAND
Operations in the South Pacific Ocean and off Antarctica
17 January 1947
At San Diego and en route to Antarctica
Lat 31.73, Long -117.65 [position at 2000]
0000 to 0400:
Moored as before. Ship present USS PRAIRIE (AD-15) [destroyer].
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0800: Quarters; no absentees. 0904: Inspection from Commander, Training Command, Pacific Fleet. 1020: Captain JOHNSON, Senior Member Inspection Party, came aboard. 1125: Inspection party left ship.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1330: BRULLA, M C was transferred to US Naval Hospital for observation and treatment. 1448: Got underway steering various courses at various speeds conforming with the channel clearing San Diego Harbor. 1525: Ballast Point abeam to starboard, distance 200 yards. 1542: Passing channel entrance buoys. 1554: San Diego buoy No 1A abeam to starboard, distance 200 yards. Course 296°T en route to Bay of Whales, Antarctica. Course 202°T. Speed 14 knots.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1628: All engines stopped. 1635: All engines ahead. 1647: Course 200°T.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 280
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 60
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 70
18 January 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat 28.22, Long -119.27
0000 to 0400:
Underway as before. On course 200°T, 13.5 knots. 0220: Made radar contact on Guadalupe Island bearing 175°T, distance 75 miles.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0620: Sighted left tangent of Guadalupe Island bearing 125°T, distance 31 miles. 0649: Moonrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. 0922: Fire exercises.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1235: Warming up J2F plane. 1242: Sighted balsam wood life raft bearing 220°T, distance 2000 yards. 1244: Maneuvering on various courses and speeds to investigate life raft. 1249: Resumed base course and speed. Exercises and warming up helicopter. 1546: Stopped all engines due to break in oil line on number 4 main generator. Ahead two thirds on Nos. 3, 5, and 6 main generators. 1552: Stopped main generators 3, 5, and 6. 1556: Ahead two thirds on main generators 5 and 6.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1611: Stopped all engines. 1612: Ahead two thirds on generators 2, 6 and 5. 1644: Stopped all engines. 1646: Ahead two thirds on 1, 2, 5 and 6. 1651: Stopped all engines. 1656: Ahead standard on 1, 2, 5 and 6 generators.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 320
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: Sc to St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 60
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 60
19 January 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat 23.03, Long -121.70
0000 to 0400:
Underway as before. On course 199°T. 14 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0650: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Changed course to 196°T.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1748: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 030
Wind force (knots): 15
Clouds: Varied
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 65
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
20 January 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat 17.72, Long -123.63
0000 to 0400:
Underway as before. On course 196°T. 14 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0649: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Exercises and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1808: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 050
Wind force (knots): 19
Clouds: Sc to Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 70
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
21 January 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat 12.27, Long -125.55
0000 to 0400:
Underway as before. On course 196°T. 14 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0648: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Exercises and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Exercises and drills.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1828: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 060
Wind force (knots): 21
Clouds: Sc to rain
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 77
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
22 January 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat 7.10, Long -127.40
0000 to 0400:
Underway as before. On course 196°T. 14 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0647: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Exercises and inspections. 0930: CHAPPELL, Louis, S1, sustained injury to finger of right hand. Treated by LT BEGLEY and restored to duty.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Exercises and drills. 1313: Stopped all engines. 1315: Got underway. All engines ahead standard speed.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1828: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 1900: Set all clocks back one hour to conform to zone plus 9.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 130
Wind force (knots): 14
Clouds: Variable with rain
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 85
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
23 January 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat 1.83, Long -128.98
0000 to 0400:
Underway as before. On course 196°T. 14 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0552: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Exercises and inspections. 1046: King Neptune and Royal Party came aboard, inspected all pollywogs and commenced initiation.1150: Completion by the Royal Party of converting all pollywogs to shellbacks.*
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Exercises and drills.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1753: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 140
Wind force (knots): 16
Clouds: Variable
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 85
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
*[Note: “Crossing the Line” ceremony. “Pollywogs” were sailors who had not yet crossed the Equator, and “shellbacks” were those who had already done so.]
24 January 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -3.40, Long -131.30
0000 to 0400:
Underway as before. On course 196°T. 14 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0548: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. 0800: Changed course to 192°T. Exercises and inspections. 0926: Took Nos 1 and 3 generators and starboard motor off propulsion, proceeding on Nos 2 and 4 generators and motor. 0958: Starboard engine ahead one third. 0957: Starboard engine ahead two thirds.1007: Stopped starboard engine. 1012: Ahead all engines.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Exercises and drills. Captain’s inspection.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1810: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 120
Wind force (knots): 20
Clouds: Variable
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 85
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
25 January 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -9.03, Long -132.75
0000 to 0400:
Underway as before. On course 192°T. 14 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0552: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. 0800: Exercises and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Exercises and drills.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1824: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 120
Wind force (knots): 18
Clouds: Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 85
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
26 January 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -14.15, Long -134.17
0000 to 0400:
Underway as before. On course 192°T. 14 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0425: All engines stopped. 0429: All engines ahead standard on generators 1, 2, 5, 6. 0505: All engines stopped. 0511: Port engine ahead two thirds, starboard ahead standard, generators 1, 5, 6. 0525: All engines stopped. 0531: All engines ahead two thirds. 0534: All engines ahead standard on generators 1, 2, 5, 6. 0546: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. 0800: Changed course to 197°T. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Exercises and drills.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1824: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. Changed course to 200°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 100
Wind force (knots): 14
Clouds: Cu to Ci
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 84
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
27 January 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -19.62, Long -136.24
0000 to 0400:
Underway as before. On course 200°T. 14 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0544: Sunrise. 0605: Passed Reao Island [French Polynesia] abeam to starboard, distance 30 miles.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. 0823: Encountered heavy rain squalls and increased wind velocity. Visibility reduced to 9000 yards. 0900: Weather clearing. Inspections and tests.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Exercises and drills.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1901: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 120
Wind force (knots): 14
Clouds: Variable
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 82
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
28 January 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -24.83, Long -138.46
0000 to 0400:
Underway as before. On course 200°T. 14 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0544: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. 0800: Changed course to 197°T. Exercises and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1700: Set condition Baker. 1911: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 100
Wind force (knots): 8
Clouds: Cu to Ci
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 82
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
29 January 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -30.10, Long -140.47
0000 to 0400:
Underway as before. On course 197°T. 14 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0547: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. 1120: Commenced raining, visibility closed in to 1000 yards. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1346: Stopped port engine. 1350: Underway. 1418: Stopped port engine. 1419: Underway.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1700: Set condition Baker. 1929: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 100
Wind force (knots): 25
Clouds: Variable; rain squall
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 77
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
30 January 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -35.30, Long -142.48
0000 to 0400:
Underway as before. On course 198°T. 14 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0540: Sunrise. 0510: Stopped all engines. 0525: Got underway. 0529: Stopped port engine. 0538: Got underway. 0601: Commenced raining. 0610: Ceased raining.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections and drills.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1200: Changed course to 199°T.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
1900: Set all ship’s clocks back 60 minutes to conform to plus 10 zone time.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 070
Wind force (knots): 18
Clouds: Variable; rain squall
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 72
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
31 January 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -40.78, Long -145.10
0000 to 0400:
Underway as before. On course 200°T. 14 knots. 0245: Commenced raining. Wind shifting to SE and increasing.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0446: Sunrise. 0510:
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections and drills. 0800: Changed course to 208°T. 0825: Ceased raining.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Captain’s inspection.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1904: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 230
Wind force (knots): 20 increasing in strength.
Clouds: Variable; rain
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 60
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
LOGS FOR FEBRUARY 1947
[Title page]
List of officers, February 1947:
G L KETCHUM, CDR, Commanding
F L DAWLEY, LCDR, Executive Officer
J HOSTINSKY, LT, First Lieutenant, Gunnery Officer
L C KNOWLES, LT, Engineering Officer
F A WOODKE, LT, Navigator
J W BEGLEY, LTJG, Medical Officer
J P HOPKINS, LTJG, Communication Officer
A F FERGUSON, ENS, Assistant Engineering Officer
D A MAASKE, ENS SC, Supply and Disbursing Officer, “E” Division Officer
T B WATSON, CHMACH, Assistant Engineering Officer, Damage Control, Engineering
D D LAIRSEY, CHELEC, Assistant Engineering Officer, Electrical Officer
C O HILL, CHBOSN, Assistant to First Lieutenant, Damage Control Officer
CR BEAMAN, CDR SC, passenger, Staff SO
C FINK, LCDR, Aviator, Helicopter Unit
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1 February 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -45.23, Long -148.87
0000 to 0400:
Steaming singly on course 209°PGC, 208°T, 198°(PStgC), at 14 knots, 110 rpm, en route from San Diego, California, to Bay of Whales, Antarctica. Generators Nos 1, 2, 3 and 4 in use for propulsion. Average rpm 111.3.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0449: Observed sunrise. Average rpm 110.9.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. 0800: Mustered crew on stations; no absentees. Changed course to 205°T, 206°PGC, 191°(PStgC), 184°PSC. Made daily inspection of magazines and smokeless powder samples; conditions normal. Average rpm 110.2.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Average rpm 109.9.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before. Average rpm 110.1.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1829: Stopped starboard engine, took off No 3 generator and put on No 5 for propulsion. 1830: Ahead one third on starboard engine, stopped port engine, took off No 4 generator and on No 6 on propulsion. 1831: Ahead all engines, 100 rpm, 13 knots. 1936: Observed sunset. Average rpm 101.3.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. Average rpm 100.4.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 235
Wind force (knots): 30
Clouds: Variable; rain
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 54
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
2 February 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -49.70, Long -152.02
0000 to 0400:
Underway as before. On course 205°T. 13 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0442: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections and drills. 0800: Increased speed to 13.8 knots.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.1250: Changed course to 211°T. Speed 13 knots.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before. 1757: Gyro compass out of commission, steering 189°PStgC.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1958 Sunset. 1802: Changed course to 210°PStgC.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2230: Gyro compass back in operation, steering 225°PGC.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 275
Wind force (knots): 30
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 52
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
3 February 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -53.32, Long -156.63
0000 to 0400:
Underway as before. On course 224°T. 12.5 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0454: Sunrise. [A number of small course changes followed by] 0758: Changed course to 209°T, speed 13.5 knots.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. 0830: Increased speed to 14 knots.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1840: Sunset. 1900: Set all ship’s clocks back 60 minutes to conform with zone plus 11 time.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2135: Changed course to 219°T [preceded by various small course changes through the day].
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 265
Wind force (knots): 30
Clouds: Sc to Ac
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 46
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
4 February 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -57.10, Long -161.75
0000 to 0400:
Underway as before. On course 220°T. 10 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0559: Increased speed to 14 knots. 0616: Changed course to 215°T.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. 0800: Changed course to 204°T.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1800: Changed course to 211°T.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2008: Sunset.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 240
Wind force (knots): 20
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 44
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
5 February 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -61.52, Long -167.45
0000 to 0400:
Underway as before. On course 211°T. 14 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0404: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. 1100: Changed course to 203°T.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1450: Sighted medium tabular iceberg bearing 176:30°T, distance about 25 miles.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before. 1611: Passed iceberg, previously sighted bearing 176:30°T, abeam to port, distance about 9 miles.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2031: Sunset. 2225: Made radar contact on iceberg bearing 170°T, distance 15.5 miles.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 210
Wind force (knots): 15
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 41
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
6 February 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -66.57, Long -172.63
0000 to 0400:
Underway as before. On course 203°T. 14 knots. 0123: Changed course to 213°T to avoid iceberg. 0136: Resumed course 203°T. 0255: Changed course to 194°T, to avoid iceberg. 0312: Resumed course 203°T.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0402: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Various icebergs sighted during this watch.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1415: Stopped. Stopped all engines. 1422: Got underway.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1900: Set all ship’s clocks back one hour to conform to zone plus 12 time.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2031: Sunset. 2108: Steering various courses and speeds to avoid growlers.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 112
Wind force (knots): 22
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 34
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 34
7 February 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -69, Long -179.17
0000 to 0400:
Underway. Working southwesterly through Ross Sea on various courses and speeds through loose pack ice. 0229: Sunrise.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1345: Hove to, due to consolidated pack ice, awaiting change of orders from CTF-68.
1600 to 1800:
Hove to as before. 1613: Underway at various speeds and on various courses conforming to leads in ice.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2132: Sunset.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 150
Wind force (knots): 22
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 30
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 30
8 February 1947
At sea in Antarctica
Lat -70.67, Long 178.87
0000 to 0400:
Underway. Working South through Ross Sea on various courses and speeds through loose pack ice. 0230: Sunrise.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2132: Sunset. 2200: Sighted vessels of Task Force SIXTY-EIGHT bearing 180°T. 23.15: Joined Task Force SIXTY-EIGHT, composed of USCGC NORTHWIND [icebreaker] (WAG-282) (SOPA CTF 68), USS MOUNT OLYMPUS [command vessel] (AGC-8), USS YANCEY [YANCY in log; attack cargo ship] (AKA-93), and USS MERRICK [attack cargo ship] (AKA-97).* 2315: Lying to in open water. 2340: Commander C R BEAMAN (SC) USN was detached from this vessel to report to USS MOUNT OLYMPUS for duty in staff, CTF-68.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 150
Wind force (knots): 26
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 30
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 29
*[Note: Task Force 68, also known as “Operation Highjump”, was a US attempt to extend its influence into Antarctica.]
9 February 1947
At Antarctica
Lat -71.55, Long 179.00
0000 to 0400:
Lying to with ships of Task Force 68 in Ross Sea open water. 0123: Formed column with these ships. 0145: Set base course 000°T through pack ice. 0335: Changed base course to 345°T. 0225: Sunrise.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. 1028: Commenced snowing.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1530: Ceased snowing.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1945: Commenced snowing.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2205: Ceased snowing. 2220: Commenced snowing.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): 18
Clouds: Sc Snow.
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 28
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 29
10 February 1947
At Antarctica
Lat -70.07, Long 178.61
0000 to 0400:
Underway working N through Ross Sea ice pack in company with ships of Task Force 68. 0018: Lying to while USCGC NORTHWIND breaks ice. 0036: Got underway. 0155: Lying to as USCGC NORTHWIND scouts ahead for openings in the ice. 0227: Steering S as heavy ice to N. 0235: Sunrise.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0720: Commenced snowing. 0432: USCGC NORTHWIND left formation to scout to Northwest. 0612: USS MOUNT OLYMPUS stuck in ice. This ship left formation and went to her assistance. 0630: USCGC NORTHWIND rejoined formation. 0659: USS MOUNT OLYMPUS free; proceeding to join formation. 0740: Joined formation; in column, USCGC NORTHWIND, USS BURTON ISLAND, USS MERRICK, USS YANCEY, and USS MOUNT OLYMPUS.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. 08.37: Ceased snowing. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1317: Helicopter took off, LCDR FINK pilot. 1415: Helicopter landed on board. 1549: Ahead on course 230°T, 5 knots.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before. 1715: Commenced snowing. 1740: On course S 156°T 4 knots.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1630 [sic]: USCGC NORTHWIND left formation. BURTON ISLAND leading. 1805: NORTHWIND resumed guide.1910: Steering to pack ice with barely enough headway to hold bow in ice to ride out storm for the night.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. Hove to in company with Task Group 681, riding out blizzard. Holding ship’s head into ice flow in heading 060°.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): 10 to 45
Clouds: Variable; snow
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 30
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 29
11 February 1947
At Antarctica
Lat -69.87, Long 177.02
0000 to 0400:
Set ship’s clock ahead one hour to conform with zone plus 11 time. Standing by with bow against ice pack on heading 010°T with engines ahead one third, to await clearing of foul weather.
0400 to 0800:
Standing by as before.
0800 to 1200:
Standing by as before. Inspections and generator repair.
1200 to 1600:
Standing by as before. 1520: Received orders from CTF-68 to proceed Southward and Westward in search of leads through ice. 1526: Proceeding Southward.
1600 to 1800:
Underway to Southwest and Northwest, scouting for lead in ice to Northward. 1725: Course 153°T to return to Task Group 68,1, having found lead 13 miles to Northwest of the Task Group.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1844: Rejoined USS YANCEY, USS MOUNT OLYMPUS and USS MERRICK after reconnaissance. 1856: USCGC NORTHWIND rejoined group after reconnaissance. 1906: On course 315°T.
2000 to 2400:
Standing by assisting ships in company. 2200: On course 000° with USS YANCEY and USS MOUNT OLYMPUS following. Steering various courses and speeds to cross the icepack. 2400: Snowing.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 120
Wind force (knots): 25
Clouds: Ns; snow
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 31
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 30
12 February 1947
At Antarctica
Lat -68.55, Long 177.32
0000 to 0400:
Underway on course 000°PGC leading USS YANCEY and USS MOUNT OLYMPUS out of the pack ice.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. 0925: Changed speed to 8 knots. 1044: Changed course to 180°T to rejoin USCGC NORTHWIND and USS MERRICK.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1428: Sighted USCGC NORTHWIND and USS MERRICK, bearing192°T, range 12 miles. 1515: USCGC NORTHWIND came alongside to starboard to transfer passengers. 1545: Following named passengers reported aboard for transportation to USS MOUNT OLYMPUS: Jack PERKINS, US Fish & Wildlife Service; Robert E NICHOLS, New York Herald Tribute; Lee VAN ATTA, International News Service; Thomas R. HENRY, North American Newspaper Alliance; Dr Arthur D HOWARD, US Geological Survey; and Grady Beasley, STML 978 76 65 USN.
1600 to 1800:
Alongside USS NORTHWIND. 1606: Departed USCGC NORTHWIND on course 000°.1727: Commenced snowing. 1735: Ceased snowing.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2047: Joined USS MOUNT OLYMPUS (AGC-8) and USS YANCEY (AKA-93). 2050: Transferred passengers to USS MOUNT OLYMPUS (passengers received from USCGC NORTHWIND at 1545 this date). 22.00: The following passengers reported aboard for transportation to USCGC NORTHWIND (WAG-282): METCALF, W G, Lieutenant, USN; SHELBY, PHOM1, USN; BOWEN, W, civilian; LESLIE, D, civilian.
2210: Sunset. 2220: Got underway. Set course 200°T. 2255: Changed course to 180°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 180
Wind force (knots): 31
Clouds: Ns; snow
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 29
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 30
13 February 1947
At Antarctica
Lat -68.03, Long 177.12
0000 to 0400:
Underway on course 180°T, 14 knots. 0051: Sighted USCGC NORTHWIND and USS MERRICK in tow because of disabled rudder, bearing 200°T at 6 miles. 0140: Changed course to 020°T and took station 4000 yards ahead of USCGC NORTHWIND to clear path through loose pack ice.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0405: Scouted ice pack to North and East. 0517: Returned to escort USCGC NORTHWIND and USS MERRICK though ice pack.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. 1110: Rendezvous with USS MOUNT OLYMPUS (ACG-8) and USS YANCEY (AKA-93). Lying to, waiting for passengers from other ships.
1200 to 1600:
Lying to as before. 1240: Following passengers were transferred to USCGC NORTHWIND; METCALF, W G, Lieutenant, USN; SHELBY, PHOM1, USN; BOWEN, W, civilian; LESLIE, D, civilian. 1325: CTF 68 Rear Admiral R H CRUZEN shifted his flag from USCGC NORTHWIND to this vessel, accompanied by Commander J H MINI, Operations Officer, and the following staff personnel: HOLCOMB, R “H”, AERM3, 379 93 59, USN; BEASLEY, G (n), STM1, 978 76 65, USN, and WELCH, J L Jr, STM2, 301 86 79, USN. 1330: Hoisted motor whale boat.1340: Got underway. Set course Southward though Ross Sea ice pack.1340: Got underway. Set course Southward though Ross Sea ice pack.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2259: Changed course to 180°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 220
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: Sc to St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 32
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 30
14 February 1947
At Antarctica
Lat -71.88, Long 179.38
0000 to 0400:
Steaming singly in a southerly direction to Little America, Antarctica.* 14 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0427: Sunrise. Working way on course Southeast through ice pack. 0651: All engines stopped. 0734: Got underway. Changed course to 180°T.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. 0800: Changed course to 183°T.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1328: Cleared Southern edge of Ross Sea ice pack. Changed course to 236°T. Speed 8.6 knots.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before. 1700: Changed course to 231°T, 6.6 knots.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1910: Changed course to 221°T.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 230
Wind force (knots): 30
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 28
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 30
*[Note: This base was “Little America IV”, the fourth in a series of US bases. See Little America (exploration base), Wikipedia]
15 February 1947
At Antarctica
Lat -73.61, Long 173.63
0000 to 0400:
Steaming singly on course 216°T to Little America, Antarctica. 6.6 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. 0832: Increased speed to 9.9 knots. 0915: Changed course to 232°T.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1220: Made radar contact on land bearing 286°T, range 71 miles. 1223: Increased speed to 11 knots.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before. 1700: Set condition “Baker”. 1850: Landfall bearing 270°T. 1919: Coulman Island bore 000°T, Mount Melbourne bore 260° 30’ T.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1910: Changed course to 221°T.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2000: Inspection of entire ship as to watertight integrity measures. 2015: Changed course to 261°T. 2215: Stopped all engines. 2216: Ahead standard speed, 110rpm.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 230
Wind force (knots): 26
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 28
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 30
16 February 1947
At Antarctica
Lat -75.72, Long 167.88
0000 to 0400:
Steaming singly on course 161°T to Bay of Whales, Antarctica. 0014: Changed course to 251°T. 0325: Passed Cape Washington abeam to starboard, 10.5 miles. 0333: Sighted ice barrier, bearing 215°T, 16 miles. 0345: Changed course to 180°T.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. Following leads in the ice. 0520: Commenced snowing.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. 0959: Changed course to 193°T. 14 knots. Inspections. 0820: Ceased snowing.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1208: Sighted Franklin Island bearing 164.5°T, range 22 miles. 1329: Passed Franklin Island abeam to port, 8 miles. 1503: Sighted Beaufort Island, bearing 191.5°T, range 36 miles. 1520: Changed course to 211°T.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. Various courses to avoid pack ice. 1710: Commenced snowing. 1844: Encountered heavy ice pack at entrance to McMurdo Sound. Speed 6.5 knots. 1942: Set course 070°T.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2115: Set course 220°T. 2147: Set course 140°T. 2336: Nosed in to ice pack and standing by.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 230
Wind force (knots): 30
Clouds: Ns; snow
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 22
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 29
17 February 1947
At Antarctica
Lat -77.12, Long 165.80
0000 to 0400:
Hove to in bay ice, 5 miles East of Ross Island, Antarctica. Keeping ship’s bow against bay ice. Awaiting favorable flying conditions.
0400 to 0800:
Hove to as before.
0800 to 1200:
Hove to as before. 1143: Helicopter took off, piloted by LCDR FINK, with NICE, B and COPE, H as observers. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Hove to as before. 1245: Ship’s helicopter landed on board. 1302: Underway toward Southern end of McMurdo Sound.1420: Changed course toward Northern end of McMurdo Sound due to increased thickness of ice.
1443: Stopped. 1445: Hove to in ice pack in Southern McMurdo Sound.
1600 to 2000:
Hove to as before. 1825: Underway. 1847: Ship hove to in bay ice.
2000 to 2400:
Hove to as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 120
Wind force (knots): 37
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 09
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 27
18 February 1947
At Antarctica
Lat -77.65, Long 166.08
0000 to 0400:
Hove to in ice off Ross Island, McMurdo Sound, Antarctica, bearing 014°T, 13,100 yards from Cape Royds. Depth of water is 200 fathoms.
0400 to 0800:
Hove to as before. 0425: Ahead ⅓ to keep bow secure against ice.
0800 to 1200:
Hove to as before. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Hove to as before.
1600 to 2000:
Hove to as before. 1703: Commenced snowing.
2000 to 2400:
Hove to as before. 2140: HO35-1 airborne; pilot LCDR FINK, with passengers RADM CRUZAN and COPE, H. 2210: Underway on various courses to take HO35-1 on board. 2220: HO35-1 landed aboard.
2229: Hove to with bow of ship in bay ice.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 130
Wind force (knots): 30
Clouds: Ns; snow
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 10
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 27
19 February 1947
At Antarctica
Lat -77.63, Long 166.08
0000 to 0400:
Hove to in ice off Ross Island, McMurdo Sound, Antarctica, on heading 215⅓°T.
0400 to 0800:
Hove to as before.
0800 to 1200:
Hove to as before. 0804: Underway for Cape Royds. 0930: Stopped all engines. Lying to off Cape Royds. 0940: Lowered motor whaleboat. 0951: LCDR DAWLEY in charge of beach party of 15 men left for beach in whale boat. 1051: Beach party returned.
1200 to 1600:
Hove to as before. 1204: Ahead to Western McMurdo Sound. 1330: Helicopter took off, pilot LCDR FINK, with passengers RADM CRUZAN and PENNINGTON, L, AMM2. 1335: Stopped, lying to off ice pack.
1444: Helicopter landed and reported having landed at Scott’s base camp at Hut Point.* 1509: Helicopter took off, pilot LCDR FINK, with passengers LCDR DAWLEY and COPE, H, PHOM3. 1537: Received radio message reporting damaged tail rotor on landing at Scott’s base camp.
1600 to 2000:
Hove to as before. 1638: Proceeding toward Hut Point, breaking heavy ice en route. 1810: Ski relief party on ice under the direction of LTJG HOPKINS. 1836: Ski party returned to ship. 1900: LTJG HOPKINS on ice proceeding towards aviation party. 1944: Lying to in ice awaiting return of LTJG HOPKINS and aviation party.
2000 to 2400:
Hove to as before. 2020: LCDR FINK returned to ship. 2034: All engines astern ⅔. 2041: All engines ahead ⅔ to keep ice previously broken from freezing ship in. 2131: COPE, H returned aboard. 2135: LCDR DAWLEY returned aboard. 2213: Commenced working ice previously broken to prevent it from freezing the ship in. 2232: NICE, B C; PENNINGTON, L; and TEST, W E, ACCM. left ship to repair the helicopter.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 150
Wind force (knots): 20
Clouds: As
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 15
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 27
*[Note: See Introduction to Scott’s Discovery Hut, Antarctic Heritage Trust (nzaht.org)]
20 February 1947
At Antarctica
Lat -77.63, Long 166.30
0000 to 0400:
Off Ross Island, McMurdo Sound, Antarctica, making passage through bay ice. 0106: Stopped. Hove to in ice channel. 0028: LCDR FINK departed for helicopter at Hut Point.
0400 to 0800:
Lying to as before.
0800 to 1200:
Lying to as before. 0938: Helicopter landed close by on the ice. NICE, B and PENNINGTON, L returned aboard. 1009: Helicopter airborne. 1046: Landed on ice to port. TEST, W and CLEVELAND, R back aboard.
1200 to 1600:
Lying to as before. 1400: Airplane took off, piloted by LT J ILER, with CDR J MINI and SCHULER, A, ARM2, aboard. 1428: Underway towards Cape Royds. 1500: Stopped. 1535: Underway toward edge of pack ice in Central McMurdo Sound. 1549 Stopped. Lying to off edge of pack ice.
1600 to 2000:
Lying to as before. 1620: Underway on course 065°PGC. 1635: Changed course to 080°PGC. 1650: Stopped. 1700: Sent party of 10 men ashore, Chief Boatswain C O HILL in charge. 1932: Shore party returned to ship.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2012: Set course for Bay of Whales, Antarctica. 2248: Bearing on Beaufort Island, 014°T, 13 miles. 2252: Bearing on Cape Bird, 204°T, 2 miles. 2307: Passing through heavy pack ice. 2325: Entering clear water. Changed course to 110°T; Beaufort Island bore 335°T, 8 miles.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 220
Wind force (knots): 09
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 12
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 28
21 February 1947
At Antarctica
Lat -77.77, Long 177.59
0000 to 0400:
Underway on course 110°T en route from McMurdo Sound to Bay of Whales, Antarctica. 0328: Changed course to 109°T, 13 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0456: Changed course to 115°T. 0500: Commenced steering course to maintain distance of 5 miles abeam of Ross shelf ice.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1221: Changed course to 083°T. 1447: Changed course to 088°T. 14.5 knots.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1951: Changed course to 093°T.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. Steering course to maintain distance of 5 miles abeam of Ross shelf ice.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 120
Wind force (knots): 25
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 19
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 28
22 February 1947
At Antarctica
Lat -78.50, Long -163.75
0000 to 0400:
Underway on course 110°T en route from McMurdo Sound to Bay of Whales, Antarctica. Steering course to maintain distance of 5 miles abeam of Ross shelf ice. 14 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0413: Changed course to 099°T. 0532: Passed through entrance to Bay of Whales. 0625: Moored to Ross Sea shelf ice in Bay of Whales.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 19
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 13
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 27
[Above two links contain list of men on board for transportation]
23 February 1947
At Antarctica
Lat -78.50, Long -163.75
0000 to 0400:
Moored to ice shelf in 300 fathoms in Bay of Whales, Antarctica.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. List of personnel to be transported. [Followed by list of men for transportation; not transcribed.]
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. 2328: Underway. 2340: Took departure from Bay of Whales, Antarctica, for Wellington, New Zealand, on course 310°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 160
Wind force (knots): 15
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 05
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
24 February 1947
At sea en route to Wellington, New Zealand.
Lat -76.50, Long 174.12
0000 to 0400:
Underway on course 310°T from Bay of Whales, Antarctica, to Scott Island, 14.5 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections. 1143: Changed course to 271°T.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1525: Changed course to 296°T.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. Steering various courses through broken pack ice. 19.00: Set ship’s clocks back to conform to zone plus 12 time. 1945: Changed course to 305°T.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. [Various small course changes, then] Changed course to 010°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 180
Wind force (knots): 12
Clouds: Sc/Ns
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 25
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 29
25 February 1947
At sea en route to Wellington, New Zealand.
Lat -71.50, Long 178.10
0000 to 0400:
Underway on course 000°T from Bay of Whales, Antarctica, to Scott Island, 14.5 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0415: Entered ice fields, commenced steering various courses conforming to leads in the ice. Basic course 000°T.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1200: Advanced clocks 24 hours to zone description -12. Changed date to 26 February 1947.* 1253 and 1350: LCDR FINK, pilot, took off in helicopter HO35-1 for photographic flights.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. Steering various courses to cross the ice pack.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 15
Clouds: St/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 25
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 32
*[Note: See the identical entry for the next day]
26 February 1947
At sea en route to Wellington, New Zealand.
Lat -71.50, Long 178.10
[Note: This is an identical entry to that of 25 February, when Burton Island crossed the International Date Line.]
0000 to 0400:
Underway on course 000°T from Bay of Whales, Antarctica to Scott Island 14.5 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0415: Entered ice fields, commenced steering various courses conforming to leads in the ice. Basic course 000°T.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1200: Advanced clocks 24 hours to zone description -12. Changed date to 26 February 1947. 1253 and 1350: LCDR FINK, pilot, took off in helicopter HO35-1 for photographic flights.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. Steering various courses to cross the ice pack.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 15
Clouds: St/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 25
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 32
27 February 1947
At sea en route to Wellington, New Zealand
Lat -68.73, Long 176.42
0000 to 0400:
Underway on course 000°T from Bay of Whales, Antarctica, to Scott Island, 14.5 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0405: Radio bearing on USS MOUNT OLYMPUS 260°T. 0706: Steering various courses to USS MOUNT OLYMPUS. 0737: USS MOUNT OLYMPUS in visual contact, 315°T, 2.5 miles. 0745: Rendezvous with USS MOUNT OLYMPUS.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. 0800: Maneuvering on various courses and speeds to lead USS MOUNT OLYMPUS out of scattered ice. 1000: Visibility reduced by fog.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1345: Hove to in lee of large iceberg to effect transfer of passengers. 1511: RADM R H CRUZEN, Commander, Task Force 68, shifted his flag to USS MOUNT OLYMPUS. Rear Admiral (Ret) R E BYRD left the ship for USS MOUNT OLYMPUS. 1630: Transferred a large number of passengers to USS MOUNT OLYMPUS [passengers are listed].
1600 to 2000:
1735: Underway en route to Port Chalmers, New Zealand, on course 352°T.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 340
Wind force (knots): 18
Clouds: St/Ns; fog
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 34
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 31
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28 February 1947
At sea en route to Port Chalmers, New Zealand
Lat -64.30, Long 175.81
0000 to 0400:
Underway on course 352°T from Bay of Whales, Antarctica, to Port Chalmers, 14 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0418: Sunrise. 0655: Commenced snowing. 0710: Ceased snowing.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1405: Changed course to 280°T. 1437: Changed course to 320°T.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1936: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2305: Changed course to 280°T. 6 knots.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 290
Wind force (knots): 28
Clouds: St/Ns; snow
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 36
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 35
LOGS FOR MARCH 1947
[Title page]
List of officers, March 1947:
GL KETCHUM, CDR, Commanding
FL DAWLEY, LCDR, Executive Officer
J HOSTINSKY, LT, First Lieutenant, Gunnery Officer
L C KNOWLES, LT, Engineering Officer
F A WOODKE, LT, Navigator
J W BEGLEY, LTJG, Medical Officer
J P HOPKINS, LTJG, Communication Officer
A F FERGUSON, ENS, Assistant Engineering Officer, “E” Division Officer
D A MAASKE, ENS, SC, Supply and Disbursing Officer
T B WATSON, CHMACH, Assistant Engineering Officer, Damage Control Engineering
D D LAIRSEY, CHELEC, Assistant Engineering Officer, Electrical Officer
C O HILL, CHBOSN, Assistant First Lieutenant, Damage Control Officer
C FINK, LCDR, Aviator, Helicopter Unit
1 March 1947
At sea en route to Port Chalmers, New Zealand
Lat -61.75, Long 174.37
0000 to 0400:
Steaming singly on base course 280°T, PGC, 228°PSC en route from Bay of Whales, Antarctica, to Port Chalmers, New Zealand. Main generators 1, 2, 5 and 6 on propulsion at 6.9 knots, 50 rpm. Ship in material condition “Baker”. 0350: Changed course to 275°T, PGC, 228°PSC. Average rpm 52.3.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0432: Observed sunrise. 0700: Changed course to 040°T, PGC, 318°PSC. Average rpm 53.5.
0800 to 1200:
0815: Mustered crew on stations; no absentees. Made daily inspection of magazines and smokeless powder samples; conditions normal. 0933: Changed course to 020°T, PGC, 315 PSC. Average rpm 106.6.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1213: Changed course to 000°T, PGC, 304°PSC. 1554: Cut in main generators 3 and 4, increased speed to 15.3 knots, 125 rpm. Average rpm 109.1.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before. 1603: Took generators 3 and 4 off the line, reduced speed to 13 knots, 100 rpm. 1617: Put generators 3 and 4 back on the line, increased speed to 15.3 knots, 125 rpm. Set material condition “Baker”. Average rpm 109.5.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. Average rpm 123.1.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2255: Reduced speed to 14 knots, 110 rpm. 2323: Took main generators 3 and 4 off the line and reduced speed to 13 knots, 110 rpm. 2340: Changed course to 350°T, PGC, 295° PSC. 2345: Changed speed to 11.7 knots, 90 rpm. Average rpm 121.9.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 300
Wind force (knots): 32
Clouds: Sc/Ns
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 40
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 38
2 March 1947
At sea en route to Port Chalmers, New Zealand.
Lat -57.07, Long 172.77
0000 to 0400:
Underway on course 350°T from Bay of Whales, Antarctica, to Port Chalmers, 10 knots. 0200: Changed course to 330°T.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and holiday routine. 1001: Changed speed to 11 knots.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1554: Changed course to 340°T.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1819: Sunset. 1919: Speed 13 knots.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2335: Changed course to 040°T [various speed changes].
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 315
Wind force (knots): 30
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 48
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 45
3 March 1947
At sea en route to Port Chalmers, New Zealand.
Lat -52.43, Long 174.13
0000 to 0400:
Underway on course 040°T from Bay of Whales, Antarctica, to Port Chalmers, 11.7 knots. 0200: Changed course to 000°T.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. Course 000°T.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections. 1023: Changed course to 330°T, speed 14.6 knots. 0955: Buried at sea one sled dog.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1315: Changed course to 340°T. Speed 15 knots.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 260
Wind force (knots): 12
Clouds: As
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 52
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 48
4 March 1947
At sea and at Port Chalmers, New Zealand.
Lat -46.75, Long 171.30
0000 to 0400:
Underway on course 340°T from Little America, Antarctica, to Port Chalmers, 15.2 knots. 0300: JETT, C L cut a two-inch gash in his head whilst going down a hatchway.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0610: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1438: Sighted land, New Zealand, bearing 312°T, 30 miles. 1532: Changed course to 335°T. 1543: Changed course to 325°T.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before. 1637: Passed SS FORT ACTION abeam to port 500 yards. 1646: SS KATUI passed abeam to starboard, 200 yards. 1652: Courses steering to Otago Harbor conforming to entering rules.
1656: Passed mole abeam to starboard. 1657 Passed Taiaroa Head Light abeam to port, distance 1500 yards.
1800 to 2000:
1807: Anchored at George Street Wharf, Port Chalmers, New Zealand. 1810: Transferred named passengers to USS YANCEY: [passengers are listed].
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 030
Wind force (knots): 28 to 1
Clouds: Sc to Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 58
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 54
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5 March 1947
At Port Chalmers and en route to Wellington, New Zealand
Lat -45.82, Long 170.63
0000 to 0400:
Anchored at George Street Wharf, Port Chalmers, New Zealand. Ships present: USS MERRICK, USS YANCEY, SS PORT JACKSON, London, and SS ORARI, Plymouth.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0714: USS YANCEY underway. 0727: Pilot McKenzie on board. Moved berth. 0743: Moored to port side of USS MERRICK.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. TAYLOR, A M, Physicist, was transferred to USS MERRICK for transportation to the US.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1658: Pilot MALONEY on board. 1702: Underway from Port Chalmers, New Zealand, to Wellington, New Zealand, courses conforming with channel. 1742: Passed Taiaroa Head Light, distance 1500 yards. 18.19: Taiaroa Head Light bore 220°T, course 050°T. 1908: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2308: Changed course to 090°T as depth dropped to under 50 fathoms. 2312: Resumed base course of 050°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 220
Wind force (knots): 2 to 15
Clouds: Sc to St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 60
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 56
6 March 1947
At sea en route to Wellington, New Zealand
Lat -43.75, Long 174.52
0000 to 0400:
Underway on course 50°T en route from Port Chalmers to Wellington, New Zealand, 10 knots [various small course alterations follow].
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0505: Sighted loom of Akaroa Light bearing 342°T. 0602: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections. 0909: Changed course to 55°T.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1430: Sighted USS MOUNT OLYMPUS bearing 120°T at 12 miles.1512: Sighted USCGC NORTHWIND bearing 155°T at 12 miles. 1557: Various courses to assume parallel course 1000 yards on USS MOUNT OLYMPUS’s port beam.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before. 1629: Various courses to take position 1400 yards astern USS MOUNT OLYMPUS. 1651: Base course 353°T, 8 knots.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1900: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2115: USCGC NORTHWIND took position 700 yards astern USS MOUNT OLYMPUS.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 190
Wind force (knots): 7
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 56
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 56
[Includes list of officers and men transferred]
7 March 1947
At sea and at Wellington, New Zealand
Lat -41.27, Long 174.79
0000 to 0400:
Steaming on course 353°T in company with USS MOUNT OLYMPUS and USCGC NORTHWIND en route from Port Chalmers to Wellington, New Zealand. 0210: Sighted land bearing 345°T. 0234: Sighted Cape Palliser Light bearing 39°T, distance 26 miles. 0322: Sighted Baring Head Light bearing 336°T, distance 25 miles.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0440: Changed course to 345°T. 0615: Passed Baring [Bavins in log] Head Light abeam to starboard, distance 2300 yards. 0700: Pilot Mr GILL came on board.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections. 0805: Moored port side to berth 3, Aotea Wharf, Wellington, New Zealand. 0826: Pilot left ship. 0850: List of officers and men transferred to USS MOUNT OLYMPUS and USCGC NORTHWIND: [not transcribed].
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 1800:
Moored as before.
1800 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 120
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 60
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 57
8 March 1947
At Wellington, New Zealand.
Lat -41.27, Long 174.79
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to berth 3, Aotea Wharf, Wellington, New Zealand.
0400 to 0800:
0730: M G CHENEY, civilian physicist, reported aboard for transportation to USCGC NORTHWIND in accordance with Commanding Officer orders of the USS MERRICK.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. 1130: Shore patrol.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 000
Wind force (knots): 16
Clouds: St/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
9 March 1947
At Wellington, New Zealand
Lat -41.27, Long 174.79
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to berth 3, Aotea Wharf, Wellington, New Zealand. 0130: Shore patrol returned.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. 0900: Protestant service on board.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. SWEARNGIN, J, S1, received sprained left ankle playing softball. Treated and returned to duty.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. 2303: KROTH, F, S1, and SENECA, R, S1, escorted to ship by shore patrol. No charges.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 000
Wind force (knots): 16
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
10 March 1947
At Wellington, New Zealand
Lat -41.27, Long 174.79
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to berth 3, Aotea Wharf, Wellington, New Zealand. 0130: Shore patrol returned.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0611: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. 1011: Ship’s helicopter airborne, LCDR FINK, pilot. Shore patrol reported to Taranaki Street Police Station.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1853: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 020
Wind force (knots): 12
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 64
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
11 March 1947
At Wellington, New Zealand.
Lat -41.27, Long 174.79
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to berth 3, Aotea Wharf, Wellington, New Zealand. Ships present: USS MOUNT OLYMPUS, USCGC NORTHWIND. 0045: Shore patrol returned.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0520: KABRICH, H, S1, reported on board 4 hours and 20 minutes AOL [absent over leave]. 0615: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Inspection of ship.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 120
Wind force (knots): 7
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 64
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
12 March 1947
At Wellington, New Zealand
Lat -41.27, Long 174.79
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to berth 3, Aotea Wharf, Wellington, New Zealand.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0614: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. 1145: Following named men left ship to report to Taranaki Street Police Station for shore patrol duty: ENS A FERGUSON; R HACKER; SG HALL; FW HART.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. 2055: THORSEN, R returned to ship and was sent to sick bay for treatment for right eye and head injuries.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 190
Wind force (knots): 7
Clouds: St/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
13 March 1947
At Wellington, New Zealand.
Lat -41.27, Long 174.79
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to berth 3, Aotea Wharf, Wellington, New Zealand. Ships present USS MOUNT OLYMPUS, USCGC NORTHWIND. 0050: McFARLIN, C, S2, reported aboard from USS MOUNT OLYMPUS for medical treatment. 0140: DUNN, J; YEARWOOD, D; and FUSSY, R returned to the ship 40 minutes AOL.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0424: REVELES, G returned aboard 3 hours and 24 minutes AOL.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. 2120: PURVIS, J, attached to this vessel, was admitted to sick bay for treatment on board USS MOUNT OLYMPUS, as result of accident occurring near that vessel; extent of injuries undetermined.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 175
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: St/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 63
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
14 March 1947
At Wellington and en route to Pago-Pago
Lat -41.27, Long 174.79
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to berth 3, Aotea Wharf, Wellington, New Zealand. Ships present USS MOUNT OLYMPUS, USCGC NORTHWIND. 0350: GATES, R returned 2 hours and 50 minutes AOL. SIMPSON, R and NOVAK, L returned 3 hours AOL.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. 1005: PURVIS, J returned on board from USS MOUNT OLYMPUS and was placed on the sick list for injuries received whilst on liberty.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1320: Received 209 bags of parcel post and 16 bags of registered NZ mail for the USA. 1500: TRENT, Coy, SK2, reported on board for temporary duty. 1515: HULSEY, J placed on sick list because of sprained right ankle.
1600 to 1800:
Moored as before. 1635: USS MOUNT OLYMPUS underway. 1647: USCGC NORTHWIND underway. 1649: Underway in company with USS MOUNT OLYMPUS and USCGC NORTHWIND en route to Pago-Pago, Samoa. Steaming in column at 600 yard intervals. Course 200°T 13.5 knots.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1848: Sunset. 1922: Changed course to 108°T.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2001: Passed Cape Palliser abeam to port 5 miles. 2039: MOUNT OLYMPUS left formation, NORTHWIND assumed command. Changed course to 062°T. 2120: Sighted Waihinghai Light bearing 15°T, distance 5 miles. Passed Waihinghai Light abeam to port distance 12 miles. 2235: Changed course to 037°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 175
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: St/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 63
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 60
15 March 1947
At sea en route to Pago-Pago
Lat -38.92, Long 178.33
0000 to 0400:
Underway as second ship in column with USCGC NORTHWIND, en route from Wellington, NZ, to Pago Pago, Samoa, on base course 037°T, 14 knots. 0005: Sighted Castle Point Light bearing 349°T, distance 21 miles.
0058: Passed Castle Point Light abeam to port at 15 miles.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0606: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections. 1010: Changed course to 025°T.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1308: Sighted Gable Island Light bearing 326°T, distance 15 miles. 1338: Passed Gable Island Light abeam to port, distance 12.5 miles.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before.1825: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. Ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): 12
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 63
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 61
15 March 1947
At sea en route to Pago-Pago
Lat -33.97, Long -178.75
0000 to 0400:
Steaming in company with USCGC NORTHWIND on course 025°T en route to Pago Pago, Samoa. 0000: Turned clocks back 24 hours to conform with zone plus 12 time.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0606: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before.1815: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees):150
Wind force (knots): 15
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 65
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 66
[Note: The date is the same as for the previous day, 15 March, because the ship has crossed the dateline.]
16 March 1947
At sea en route to Pago-Pago
Lat -28.93, Long -175.93
0000 to 0400:
Steaming in company with USCGC NORTHWIND on course 025°T en route to Pago Pago, Samoa. 14 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0546: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before.1800: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2050: Changed course to 017°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees):200
Wind force (knots): 13
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 70
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 72
17 March 1947
At sea en route to Pago-Pago.
Lat -23.58, Long -173.78
0000 to 0400:
Steaming in company with USCGC NORTHWIND on course 017°T en route to Pago Pago, Samoa. 14 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0539: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before.1749: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees):000
Wind force (knots): 8
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 77
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 75
18 March 1947
At sea en route to Pago-Pago.
Lat -18.58, Long -172.13
0000 to 0400:
Steaming in company with USCGC NORTHWIND on course 017°T en route to Pago Pago, Samoa. 14 knots. 0100: Advanced ship’s clocks one hour to conform with zone plus 11 time.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0633: Sunrise. 0758: Changed course to 022°T.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections. 0833: Changed course to 017°T, 500 yards astern of NORTHWIND.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1252: Changed course to 019°T. 13.2 knots.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before.1840: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees):045
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: Sc/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 84
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 82
19 March 1947
At sea and at to Pago-Pago, Samoa.
Lat -14.27, Long -170.68
0000 to 0400:
Steaming in company with USCGC NORTHWIND on course 019°T en route to Pago Pago, Samoa. 13 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0450: Radar contact on island of Samoa. 0600: Sighted island of Samoa bearing 19°T, distance 32 miles. 0630: Sunrise. Speed 13.5 knots.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections. 0835: Changed speed to 5 knots. 0839: Stopped all engines. 0843: Various courses conforming with the harbor. 0855: Passed Breaker Point Light abeam to starboard, distance 1500 yards. 0913: Moored to buoy A, Pago Pago Harbor, Samoa, with deep sea anchor chain.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 1800:
Moored as before. 1600: LCDR ZIESENHENNA reported aboard for transportation to the US. LANSER, H, RM3, reported aboard for transportation to the US.
1800 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1744: [sic] Underway to San Pedro, California, various courses. 1814: Passed Breaker Point Light abeam to port, distance 700 yards. 1846: Passed Aunuu Island abeam to starboard, distance 500 yards.
1840: Sunset. 1847: Set course 046°T.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2115: Commenced raining. 2130: Ceased raining.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees):075
Wind force (knots): 11
Clouds: Variable
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 86
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 84
20 March 1947
At sea en route to San Pedro, California
Lat -11.53, Long -167.45
0000 to 0400:
Steaming singly on course 046°T en route to San Pedro, California. 14.5 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0618: Sunrise [Sunset in log].
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1235: Changed course to 044°T.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1817: Sunset. Speed 15 knots.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees):050
Wind force (knots): 11
Clouds: Ac
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 86
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 84
21 March 1947
At sea en route to San Pedro, California
Lat -7.27, Long -163.22
0000 to 0400:
Steaming singly on course 044°T en route to San Pedro, California. 15.5 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0604: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections. 0802: Changed course to 040°T. Speed 14 knots.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Speed 14.8 knots. Captain’s inspection.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1800: Sunset. 1902: Changed course to 043°T.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees):030
Wind force (knots): 11
Clouds: Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 84
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 83
22 March 1947
At sea en route to San Pedro, California
Lat -3.07, Long -159.38
0000 to 0400:
Steaming singly on course 043°T en route to San Pedro, California. 15 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0548: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Captain’s inspection.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1746: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees):042
Wind force (knots): 11
Clouds: Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 84
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 80
23 March 1947
At sea en route to San Pedro, California
Lat 0.81, Long -156.20
0000 to 0400:
Steaming singly on course 043°T en route to San Pedro, California. 15 knots. 0001: Advanced ship’s clocks one hour to conform with zone plus 10 time.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0636: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections. 0800: Changed course to 048°T.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Captain’s inspection.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1829: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.2000: Changed course to 045°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees):054
Wind force (knots): 13
Clouds: Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 83
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 80
24 March 1947
At sea en route to San Pedro, California
Lat 5.10, Long -152.38
0000 to 0400:
Steaming singly on course 045°T en route to San Pedro, California. 15 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0616: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Exercised at collision quarters. 1335: Commenced raining.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before. 1729: Ceased raining.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1816: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. Overall inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees):050
Wind force (knots): 18
Clouds: Ns; some rain
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 81
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 80
25 March 1947
At sea en route to San Pedro, California
Lat 9.15, Long -148.15
0000 to 0400:
Steaming singly on course 045°T en route to San Pedro, California. 15 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0559: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Exercised abandon ship.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1800: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees):048
Wind force (knots): 20
Clouds: Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 81
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 79
26 March 1947
At sea en route to San Pedro, California
Lat 13.40, Long -143.87
0000 to 0400:
Steaming singly on course 045°T en route to San Pedro, California. 15 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0541: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections. Changed course to 047°T.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Exercised fire and rescue parties. 1310: Read “Articles for the Government of the Navy” * to all divisions.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1745: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees):040
Wind force (knots): 14
Clouds: Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 77
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 76
*[Note: These were the rules relating to service and discipline, amended in 1930. See https://www.history.navy.mil/research/library/online-reading-room/title-list-alphabetically/a/articles-government-united-states-navy-1930.html]
27 March 1947
At sea en route to San Pedro, California
Lat 17.27, Long -139.52
0000 to 0400:
Steaming singly on course 047°T en route to San Pedro, California. 15 knots. 0100: Set clocks ahead one hour to conform with zone plus 9 time
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0623: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1826: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees):040
Wind force (knots): 9
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 73
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 73
28 March 1947
At sea en route to San Pedro, California
Lat 21.35, Long -134.78
0000 to 0400:
Steaming singly on course 047°T en route to San Pedro, California. 15 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0602: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections. 0840: Sighted ship bearing 130°T, distance 8 miles.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1230: Changed course to 045°T.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1808: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees):055
Wind force (knots): 9
Clouds: Sc/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 73
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 69
29 March 1947
At sea en route to San Pedro, California
Lat 25.58, Long -130.05
0000 to 0400:
Steaming singly on course 045°T en route to San Pedro, California. 15 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0542: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1230: Changed course to 049°T.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1748: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. Inspection of ship.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 70
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
30 March 1947
At sea en route to San Pedro, California
Lat 29.33, Long -124.78
0000 to 0400:
Steaming singly on course 049°T en route to San Pedro, California. 15 knots. 0001: Advanced all ship’s clocks one hour to conform with plus 8 zone time.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0617: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1831: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 010
Wind force (knots): 6
Clouds: Ac
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 62
31 March 1947
At sea and at San Pedro, California
Lat 33.20, Long -119.13
0000 to 0400:
Steaming singly on course 049°T en route to San Pedro, California. 15.5 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0554: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections. 0800: Changed course to 046°T. 1032: Made radar contact on San Nicolas Island bearing 002°, distance 19 miles. 1035: Sighted San Nicolas Island.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1212: Sighted Santa Barbara Island bearing 10°T, distance 17 miles. With Santa Barbara Island abeam to port, distance 8.5 miles, changed course to 53°T. 1322: Sighted Santa Catalina Island bearing 64°T, distance 14 miles. 1400: Changed course to 70°T. 1414: Passed Santa Catalina West End Light abeam to starboard, distance 2.5 miles. 1432: Sighted Point Vicente Light bearing 23°T, distance 11 miles.1507: Changed course to 45°T. 1520: Changed course to 40°T. 1529: Various courses entering Los Angeles Harbor. 1554: Anchored in berth E-8, San Pedro Bay, California.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before. 1620: SOPA representatives and agricultural inspectors came aboard. BC HAYNES, civilian aerologist, passenger, left ship. LCDR F ZIESENHENNE, USN, passenger, was detached to proceed home. 1815: Department of Health officials came aboard. 1821: Department of Health officials left ship.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees):300
Wind force (knots): 25 to 2
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 65
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 59
LOGS FOR APRIL 1947
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List of Officers, April 1947:
G L KETCHUM, CDR, Commanding
F L DAWLEY, LCDR, Executive Officer
C FINK, LCDR, Aviator, CTF-68 Helicopter Unit
J HOSTINSKY, LT, First Lieutenant, Gunnery Officer
L C KNOWLES, LT, Engineering Officer
F A WOODKE, LT, Navigator
J W BEGLEY, LTJG, Medical Officer
J P HOPKINS, LTJG, Communication Officer
A F FERGUSON, ENS, Assistant Engineering Officer, “E” Division Officer
D A MAASKE, ENS SC, Supply Officer, Disbursement Officer
T B WATSON CHMACH, Assistant Engineering Officer, Damage Control, Engineering
D D LAIRSKY, CHELEC, Assistant Engineering Officer, Electrical Officer
C O HILL, CHBOSN, Assistant First Lieutenant, Damage Control Officer
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1 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored at berth E-8, Los Angeles Harbor, San Pedro, California, in 6 fathoms of water with 45 fathoms of chain to the port anchor, on the following true bearings: Terminal Island Mole No 2 292°, Long Beach Mole Light 016°, Buoy 4 076°, Los Angeles Breakwater Light 113°. Ships present: various units of the US Pacific Fleet; SOPA, COMCRUDIV 13 in USS PASADENA (CL-65) [cruiser].
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. 0815: Quarters for muster. Absentee: SIMPSON, R D, QM2, 351 01 81, USN, absent over liberty since 0745. 1120: Helicopter took off for Naval Air Station, Terminal Island, California, LCDR FINK, pilot. Made daily inspection of magazines and smokeless powder samples; conditions normal.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 65
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
2 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
At berth E-8, Los Angeles Harbor, San Pedro, in 6 fathoms with 45 fathoms of chain. Port anchor.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before. Absentee SIMPSON, R D, since 0745 on April 1st: 24 hours.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Muster and inspections. Absentees BURKE, J; BROWN, T, STM1; and LYONS, M. Transferred the following men to Receiving Station: HALL, Stuart; TRENT, Coy; LEE, John, S1(ENC). Baggage and records accompanied men. LENSER, Howard, RM3, transferred to Receiving Station for discharge.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before. BURKE, J reported on board having been absent for 9 hours and 15 minutes.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 280
Wind force (knots): 14
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 62
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
3 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
At berth E-8, Los Angeles Harbor, San Pedro, in 6 fathoms with 45 fathoms of chain. Port anchor.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before. Absentee SIMPSON, R D, since 0745 on April 1st: 24 hours.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Muster and inspections. Absentee BROWN, T.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before. 1315: Secured preparations for getting underway. Movement orders cancelled due to heavy weather.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before. 1700: ZIMMERMAN, M reported for duty, hospital treatment completed. ROBINSON, W Jr, ST2, and PHILO, R, SOM2, reported for duty.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 250
Wind force (knots): 24
Clouds: Sc/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 57
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
4 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
At berth E-8, Los Angeles Harbor, San Pedro, in 6 fathoms with 45 fathoms of chain. Port anchor. 0210: BRADFORD, V was returned to the ship by the shore patrol. Charges: drunk, out of uniform, resisting arrest.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before. Making preparations for getting underway.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Muster and inspections. Absentees BROWN, T. 0900: Navy Yard pilot came aboard; underway for Navy Yard. 0930: Moored alongside to port of USS MATTABESSET [tanker], pier 1, berth 14.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 210
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Variable
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 62
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
5 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to USS MATTABESSET, pier 1, berth 14, Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. Absentee BROWN, T. 0845: LTJG HOPKINS left on 30 days’ leave.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. MEUNIER, Marcel, RDM2, and LENNEAR, L were transferred to hospital for treatment.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 100
Wind force (knots): 6
Clouds: Variable
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 64
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
6 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to USS MATTABESSET, pier 1, berth 14, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 140
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 62
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
7 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to USS MATTABESSET, pier 1, berth 14, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. Absentee BROWN, T since 0800, 2 April. 0820: Transferred J2F plane to Naval Air Station, San Pedro.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 160
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 64
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
8 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to USS MATTABESSET, pier 1, berth 14, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. Absentees MARGETAN, W, MOMM2, and BROWN, T, since 0800 2nd April. 0915: Transferred 20 sacks of US mail to USS HENDERSON, [destroyer], USS CACAPON [oiler], USS SENNET [submarine], USS PINE ISLAND [seaplane tender]. 0930: LCDR FINK detached to duty on board USS EDISTO [icebreaker].
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 160
Wind force (knots): 6
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 64
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
9 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to USS MATTABESSET, pier 1, berth 14, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. Absentee DURHAM, J, 0925: DURHAM, J reported on board 1 hour and 40 minutes AOL.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 230
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: As
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 66
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
10 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to USS MATTABESSET, pier 1, berth 14, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. Absent BROWN, T.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1409: YTB 394 came alongside to port. Yard pilot Mr JORGENSEN came aboard. 1425: YTH 539 came alongside. 1457: Moored starboard side to USS MENDER [lifting vessel]. Tugs cast off.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 280
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: As
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 66
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
11 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard to USS MENDER, pier 1, berth 12½, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0618: BROWN, T reported aboard after being absent over liberty since 0745, 2nd April 1947.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1445: Pilot came aboard. Underway in tow of tugs. 1543: Moored port side to USS TYPHON, [repair ship], berth 11, Terminal Island, Naval Shipyard.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 300
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: As
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 72
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
12 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS TYPHON, berth 11, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. Absentees McKANE, R and GATES, R.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1345: BETHEL, C transferred to US Naval Hospital for treatment.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: As
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 78
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
13 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS TYPHON, berth 11, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. Absentees McKANE, R and GATES, R.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 315
Wind force (knots): 1
Clouds: As
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 81
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
14 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS TYPHON, berth 11, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. Absentees McKANE, R; GATES, R; HART, F; PENNINGTON, L. 0830: PENNINGTON, L reported aboard 30 minutes AOL.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1320: HART, L reported aboard 5 hours and 20 minutes AOL. 1410: GATES, R and McKANE, R reported aboard 2 days and 6 hours AOL.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 280
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: St/As
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 81
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
15 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS TYPHON, berth 11, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. 0900: A summary Court Martial, of which LT HOSTINSKY was senior member, was held in the case of BROWN, T. 0932: Summary Court Martial adjourned.1000: Held Captain’s mast in the cases of McKANE, R and GATES, R.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 120
Wind force (knots): 1
Clouds: As
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 81
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
16 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS TYPHON, berth 11, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 160
Wind force (knots): 1
Clouds: As
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 72
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
17 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS TYPHON, berth 11, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. Absentees LYONS, M and MARGETAN, W. 0830: MARGETAN, W returned 30 minutes AOL.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1540: MEUNIER, M and LENNEAR, L reported on board for duty, with baggage and records from US Naval Hospital, Long Beach.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 180
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 64
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
18 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS TYPHON, berth 11, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. Absentee LYONS, M.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 160
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
19 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS TYPHON, berth 11, Terminal Island. USS HELENA [heavy cruiser] present. 0230: LYONS, M returned on board after being AOL since 0800, 17 April.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1300: A deck court, of which LCDR DAWLEY was senior member, assembled in the case of LYONS, M. 1310: Deck court adjourned.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 150
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 65
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
20 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS TYPHON, berth 11, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. Absentee ULRICH, D, S1.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 185
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 65
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
21 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS TYPHON, berth 11, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. 0938: CDR G KETCHUM left the ship on 12 days’ leave. 1000: The findings of the Court Martial in the case of LYONS, M, AOL for 41 hours: to be confined for 10 days and to lose 30 dollars of pay for 1 month. The limits of confinement are to be the limits of the ship.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1300: The findings of the Court Martial in the case of BROWN, T, AOL for 8 days and 22 hours: to lose 15 dollars of pay for one month.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 185
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 65
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
22 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS TYPHON, berth 11, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 185
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 65
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
23 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS TYPHON, berth 11, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. Fire drill.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 180
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 65
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
24 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS TYPHON, berth 11, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. 0825: LT KNOWLES was transferred to USS GUADALUPE [fleet oiler] on temporary additional duty.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. Fire drill.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 70
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
25 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS TYPHON, berth 11, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. Absentees DUNN, J and REVELES, G. 0850: DUNN, J returned on board 50 minutes AOL. 0950 REVELES, G returned on board one hour and 50 minutes AOL.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. Fire drill.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 250
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 65
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
26 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS TYPHON, berth 11, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0500: LT BEGLEY returned from 17 days’ leave. 0511: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. Fire drill.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1700: Set condition “Baker”.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 280
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: As/sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
27 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS TYPHON, berth 11, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0520: BICKFORD, W was delivered on board by the shore patrol with charges of intoxication.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 170
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc/cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
28 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS TYPHON, berth 11, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 65
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
29 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS TYPHON, berth 11, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Variable
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 65
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
30 April 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS TYPHON, berth 11, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1245: Secured yard services. 1250: YTBs 255 and 354 came alongside. Yard pilot J HOME came on board. 1345: Moored port side to USS MATTABASSET, pier 2, berth 21, Terminal Island.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 050
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: As
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
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LOGS FOR MAY 1947
[Title page]
List of Officers, May 1947:
G L KETCHUM, CDR, Commanding
F L DAWLEY, LCDR, Executive Officer
C FINK, LCDR, Aviator, Helicopter Unit
J HOSTINSKY, LT, First Lieutenant, Gunnery Officer
L C KNOWLES, LT, Engineering Officer
F A WOODKE, LT, Navigator
R J LONG, LT, Senior Aviator
J W BEGLEY, LTJG, Medical Officer
C R PIERCE, LTJG, Dental Officer
J P HOPKINS, LTJG, Communication Officer
A F FERGUSON, ENS, Assistant Engineering Officer, “E” Division Officer
D A MAASKE, ENS SCR, Supply and Disbursing Officer
J W FITZPATRICK, ENS SCR, Supply and Disbursing Officer
T B WATSON, CHMACH, Assistant Engineering Officer, Damage Control, Engineering
D D LAIRSKY, CHELEC, Assistant Engineering Officer, Electrical Officer
C O HILL, CHBOSN, Assistant First Lieutenant, Damage Control Officer
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1 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS MATTABESSET (AOG-52), with standard mooring lines, at pier #2, berth 21, Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island, San Pedro, California. Receiving fresh and salt water, electricity, steam and telephone service from the yard. Various units of the US Pacific fleet present. SOPA in USS HELENA (CA-75).
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
Moored as before. 0800: Mustered crew at quarters; no absentees. LT L C KNOWLES, 168237, reported aboard from temporary additional duty in USS GUADALUPE (AO-32) and resumed his regular duties, temporary additional duty having been completed. Made daily inspection of magazine and smokeless powder samples. Conditions normal.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 100
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 78
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
2 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS MATTABASSET, pier 2, berth 21, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 220
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: As
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 80
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
3 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS MATTABASSET, pier 2, berth 21, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0750: The Captain, CDR G L KETCHUM, returned from leave.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
4 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS MATTABASSET, pier 2, berth 21, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 160
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St/Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 70
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
5 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS MATTABASSET, pier 2, berth 21, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. 0830: Two yard tugs alongside. 0837: Underway in tow across sill of dry dock. 1116: Ship resting on blocks in dry dock.
1200 to 1600:
Moored in dry dock and resting on blocks.
1600 to 2000:
Resting on keel blocks in dry dock.
2000 to 2400:
Dry docked as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 260
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St/Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 66
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
6 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Drydocked in dry dock No 2, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Dry docked as before.
0800 to 1200:
Dry docked as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Dry docked as before.
1600 to 2000:
Dry docked as before.
2000 to 2400:
Dry docked as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 160
Wind force (knots): 5
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 66
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
7 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Drydocked in dry dock No 2, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Dry docked as before.
0800 to 1200:
Dry docked as before. Muster and inspections. 1135: ROMBERGER, K was transferred to US Naval Teletype Repair School, San Diego, California.
1200 to 1600:
Dry docked as before.
1600 to 2000:
Dry docked as before.
2000 to 2400:
Dry docked as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 320
Wind force (knots): Variable
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 66
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
8 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Drydocked in dry dock No 2, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Dry docked as before. 0500: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Dry docked as before. Muster and inspections. 1132: CLARK, J, F1; SMITH, J, F1; and PRUNERI, A, F2, reported on board for duty.
1200 to 1600:
Dry docked as before.
1600 to 2000:
Dry docked as before.
2000 to 2400:
Dry docked as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 310
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 66
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
9 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Drydocked in dry dock No 2, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Dry docked as before.
0800 to 1200:
Dry docked as before. Muster and inspections. 0800: POWELSON, C was transferred to COMSUBFORPACFLT Administration, Mare Island, California.
1200 to 1600:
Dry docked as before.
1600 to 2000:
Dry docked as before.
2000 to 2400:
Dry docked as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
10 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Drydocked in dry dock No 2, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Dry docked as before.
0800 to 1200:
Dry docked as before. Muster and inspections. LCDR DAWLEY, Executive Officer, left the ship on 8 days’ leave.
1200 to 1600:
Dry docked as before.
1600 to 2000:
Dry docked as before.
2000 to 2400:
Dry docked as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 5
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 66
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
11 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Drydocked in dry dock No 2, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Dry docked as before.
0800 to 1200:
Dry docked as before. Muster and inspections. 1045: DENTON, Francis was transferred to US Naval Hospital, Long Beach, for observation of a back ailment.
1200 to 1600:
Dry docked as before.
1600 to 2000:
Dry docked as before.
2000 to 2400:
Dry docked as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 170
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 62
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
12 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Drydocked in dry dock No 2, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Dry docked as before.
0800 to 1200:
Dry docked as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Dry docked as before. 1330: LT J LONG, AVH, reported aboard for duty involving flying. 1420: Transferred TROMMLER, R to US Naval School, Treasure Island, California.
1600 to 2000:
Dry docked as before.
2000 to 2400:
Dry docked as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 140
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 70
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
13 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Drydocked in dry dock No 2, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Dry docked as before.
0800 to 1200:
Dry docked as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Dry docked as before.
1600 to 2000:
Dry docked as before. 1700: Set condition “Baker”. 1847: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Dry docked as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 250
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 70
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
14 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Drydocked in dry dock No 2, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Dry docked as before.
0800 to 1200:
Dry docked as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Dry docked as before.
1600 to 2000:
Dry docked as before. 1847: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Dry docked as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 170
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 65
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
15 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Drydocked in dry dock No 2, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Dry docked as before. 0754: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Dry docked as before. Muster and inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Dry docked as before.
1600 to 2000:
Dry docked as before.
2000 to 2400:
Dry docked as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 190
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
16 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Dry docked in dry dock No 2, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Dry docked as before.
0800 to 1200:
Dry docked as before. Muster and inspections. Absentees: BETHEL, C; McKANE, R; OLSEN, N; SENECA, R, S1. 1016: Commenced flooding drydock. 1145: OLSEN, N returned to the ship after 3 hours AOL. 1158: The following reported on board for duty: ELLIOTT, C, F1; HUNSUCKER, J, F1; and SOARES, D, F1.
1200 to 1600:
Dry docked as before. 1205: Ship became waterborne.1335: Moving to drydock entrance in tow of two LCPLs. Pilot JORGENSEN aboard. 1434: Underway in shifting berths from drydock No 2 to berth 11.1505: Moored port side to USS SUISUN [SUISSIN in log], (AVP-53), pier 1, berth 11, US Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island, San Pedro.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1900: BETHEL, C returned aboard 11 hours AOL.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. 2150: Fire broke out on superstructure deck. 2155: Fire extinguished. Fire started in rubbish left by Yard workmen. Cause of fire: sparks from welding on mast by Yard workmen.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 250
Wind force (knots): 1
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 65
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
17 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS SUISUN [seaplane tender], Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G, S1; McKANE, R; SENECA, R.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
18 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS SUISUN, pier 1, berth 11, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0452: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; McKANE, R; SENECA, R.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 130
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: As
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
19 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS SUISUN, pier 1, berth 11, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; McKANE, R; SENECA, R.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: As
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
20 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS SUISUN, pier 1, berth 11, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. No absentees:
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1506: LEE, Jesse, S1, was made a prisoner at large by the Executive Officer.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. LEE, Jesse, was placed in the brig for safe keeping.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 180
Wind force (knots): Variable
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
21 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to SS SUISUN, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster and inspections. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; McKANE, R; SENECA; R. TANT, H, S2. 1115: The Captain held a mast and made the following punishment: BICKFORD, W, intoxication and disobedience of orders, sentenced to one week’s restriction.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1512: LEE, J was transferred under guard to US Naval Hospital. Diagnosis: paralysis (hysterical).
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1815: The following men reported for duty: PAULSON, E, MOMM2; McLEOD, J, MOMM3; DODGE, D, F2; COLSON, W, F1; CARLSON, E, F1; ZOLTAY, A, F1. 1851: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 170
Wind force (knots): Variable
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
22 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS SUISUN, pier 1, berth 11, Terminal Island.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0750: YTB 255 came alongside to assist in shifting berths. Pilot TEAGUE came aboard. 0759: Underway in shifting berths from pier No 1 to anchorage A-9, Los Angeles Harbor.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster and inspections. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; McKANE, R; SENECA, R; TANT, H; KROTH, F C, F1. 0836: Anchored in berth A-9, Los Angeles Harbor. Bearings: Breakwater Light 239.5°T, East Breakwater Light 098°T, Mole Light 001.5°T.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before. 1313: Underway on various courses and speeds. 1329: Cleared Los Angeles breakwater, steering various courses and speeds conducting post repair trials. 14.27: Completed trials and entered Los Angeles breakwater proceeding toward anchorage. 1444: Anchored in berth A-9.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): Variable
Clouds: Variable
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 64
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
23 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in berth A-9, Los Angeles Harbor, in 8 fathoms of water with 45 fathoms of starboard chain.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Muster and inspections. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G, McKANE, R, SENECA, R. TANT, H. KROTH, F C. 1050: BICKFORD, W reported on board from 20 days leave 50 minutes over leave.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 075
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St/Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 64
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
24 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in berth A-9, Los Angeles Harbor, in 8 fathoms of water with 45 fathoms of starboard chain.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Muster and inspections. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; McKANE, R; SENECA, R; TANT, H; KROTH, F C; DUNN, J, MOMM2; FOSSIER, P.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before. 1300: Ship open to visitors for Harbor Day. TANT, H returned on board in uniform after 3 days 5 hours AOL. 1853: Sunset.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before. 1715: Set condition “Baker”.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): Variable
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 66
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
25 May 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in berth A-9, Los Angeles Harbor, in 8 fathoms of water with 45 fathoms of starboard chain.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Muster and inspections. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; McKANE, R; SENECA, R; KROTH, F C. Dressed ship for Naval Reserves Day.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 250
Wind force (knots): Variable
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 66
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
26 May 1947
At San Pedro and at San Diego, California
Lat 33.15, Long -117.71
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in berth A-9, Los Angeles Harbor, in 8 fathoms of water with 45 fathoms of starboard chain.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before. 0730: DUNN, J and FOSSIER, J returned on board after AOL. 0730: Muster. Absentees: OLSEN, N, MOMM2; CHRISTOPHER, G; McKANE, R; SENECA, R; KROTH, F C.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. 0829: Underway; steaming on various courses and speeds in leaving port. 0847: Took departure from Los Angeles Harbor, course 145°T. Speed 14 knots. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Drills. 1433: Entering San Diego Bay channel. 1535: Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 300
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St/Cb
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 64
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 62
27 May 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS PRAIRIE present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; McKANE, R; SENECA, R; KROTH, F C. 1155: ENS Julius FITZPATRICK reported on board for duty as Supply Officer.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1300: A deck court-martial, under LCDR DAWLEY, met in the case of FOSSIER, P. 1305: Court adjourned.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 245
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
28 May 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS PRAIRIE present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. Absentees: OLSEN, N; CHRISTOPHER, G; McCLELLAN, J, F1; SENECA, R; KROTH, F C. 0852: ComTraComd inspecting party came aboard. 1040: LTJG Charles PIERCE reported aboard for duty. 1135: Inspection party left ship. 1148: McCLELLAN, J reported aboard, AOL for 4 hours.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. The following men reported for duty: CONSELYPA, H, COX; AURICH, H, S2; POAGUE, L, AS; PRICE, B, S2; TOVEY, W, S1.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 085
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Sc/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
29 May 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS PRAIRIE present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; McKANE, R; SENECA, R; KROTH, F C; LEE, J; BRADSHAW, W, S1. FEGER, George Jr, S2, reported on board for duty.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 65
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
30 May 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS SIERRA [destroyer tender] present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; McKANE, R; SENECA, R; KROTH, F C; LEE, J; BRADSHAW, W.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1200: Half-masted colors for Memorial Day salute. 1322: DUARTE, B, SK1, reported aboard for duty.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1851: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 270
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
31 May 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS SIERRA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; McKANE, R; SENECA, R; KROTH, F C; LEE, J; BRADSHAW, W. 1000: Paymaster paid the crew their semi-monthly money.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 220
Wind force (knots): 5
Clouds: Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
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LOGS FOR JUNE 1947
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List of Officers, June 1947:
G L KETCHUM, CDR, Commanding
F L DAWLEY, LCDR, Executive Officer
J HOSTINSKY, LT, First Lieutenant, Gunnery Officer
L C KNOWLES, LT, Engineering Officer
F A WOODKE, LT, Navigator
J W BEGLEY, LTJG, MCR, Medical Officer
A F FERGUSON, ENS, Assistant Engineering Officer, “E” Division Officer
D A MAASKE, ENS SCR, Supply and Disbursing Officer
T B WATSON, CHMACH, Assistant Engineering Officer, Damage Control, Engineering
D D LAIRSKY, CHELEC, Assistant Engineering Officer, Electrical Officer
C O HILL, CHBOSN, Assistant First Lieutenant, Damage Control Officer
R J LONG, LT, Senior Aviator
C R PIERCE, LTJG, Dental Officer
J W FITZPATRICK, ENS, [Supply Officer]
W R LAYTON, CHELEC, Electrical Officer
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1 June 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to buoy 12, San Diego Harbor, San Diego, California, with 1¼” wire. Various units of the Pacifice Fleet present. SOPA, COMFIRSTTASKFLEET in USS SIERRA (AD-18).
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0800: Mustered crew on stations. Absentees: KROTH, F C, S1; SENECA, R J, S1; McKANE R E, S1; CHRISTOPHER, G A, S1; BRADSHAW, W F, S1. Made daily inspection of magazines and smokeless powder samples; conditions normal.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 180
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Variable
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
2 June 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS SIERRA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; McKANE, R; SENECA, R; KROTH, F C; LEE, J; BRADSHAW, W.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1823: KROTH, F returned aboard AOL 11 days, 8 hours. Made prisoner at large awaiting Captain’s mast.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 260
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
3 June 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS SIERRA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0615: Underway on training exercises under Captain’s orders. Various courses and exercises.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; McKANE, R; SENECA, R; LEE, J; BRADSHAW, W. Various exercises and drills, including collision drill.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Running measured mile off La Jolla. Various exercises. 1533: Entering San Diego Harbor.
1600 to 2000:
1624: Moored to buoy No 12, San Diego Harbor.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 260
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 65
4 June 1947
At San Diego and San Clemente Island, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS SIERRA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0619: Underway on various speeds through channel. Set course 240°T 14 knots.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; McKANE, R; SENECA, R; LEE, J; BRADSHAW, W; SCOTT, C; McCLELLAN, J.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1230: Changed course to 270°T. 1245: Manned all battle stations. Commenced firing runs with 40mm and 20mm batteries. 1415: Completed firing runs. 1428: Firing 5” .28 gun.
1600 to 2000:
Steaming as before. 1725: Exchanged calls with USS IOWA. 1908: Anchored in Wilson Cove, San Clemente Island, California, in 38 fathoms of water with 90 fathoms of chain on starboard anchor.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 240
Wind force (knots): Variable
Clouds: St/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 64
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 63
5 June 1947
At San Clemente Island, California
Lat 33.01, Long -118.55
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in Wilson Cove, San Clemente Island, California, in 35 fathoms of water with 90 fathoms of chain on starboard anchor.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0625: Underway on various speeds for operating area channel. Set course 117°T. Various courses and speeds firing 5” .38 gun at target towed by USS COCOPA [fleet tug].
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; McKANE, R; SENECA, R; LEE, J; BRADSHAW, W; SCOTT, C; McCLELLAN, J. Various speeds and courses on exercises.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Various speeds and courses for conducting anti-aircraft exercises. 1313: Towing plane commenced making runs. 1348: Secured plane from runs. Plane released and returned to base. 1520: Sighted San Clemente Island, distance 12 miles.
1600 to 2000:
Steaming as before. 1711: Anchored in Wilson Cove, San Clemente Island, California, in 38 fathoms of water with 90 fathoms of chain on starboard anchor.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 250
Wind force (knots): 5
Clouds: Variable
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 66
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 62
6 June 1947
At San Clemente Island and San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in Wilson Cove, San Clemente Island, California, in 38 fathoms of water with 90 fathoms of chain on starboard anchor. USS GOSSELIN [transport] present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0455: Underway on various speeds for exercises. Set course 105°T. 0540: USS DE HAVEN [destroyer] passed abeam to port at 2000 yards.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; McKANE, R; SENECA, R; LEE, J; BRADSHAW, W. 1037: Manned all battle stations. 1041: Took station astern of USS MERVINE [destroyer and training ship], towing target for spotting and firing exercise.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1310: A Deck Court under LCDR DAWLEY met to try the case of KROTH, F and adjourned at 1315. 1323: Manned stations for anti-aircraft exercises. Joined USS LLOYD THOMAS [destroyer] and two AVRs for exercises. 1424: Left area for San Diego.
1600 to 2000:
Steaming as before. Set condition “Baker”. 1824: Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 63
7 June 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS SIERRA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; McKANE, R; SENECA, R; LEE, J; DUFFY, J; KABRICH, H; BRADSHAW, W. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 310
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
8 June 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS SIERRA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; McKANE, R; SENECA, R; LEE, J; FOSSIER, P; KABRICH, H; BRADSHAW, W. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1320: McKANE, R, and SENECA, R reported on board from Naval Station, New Orleans, for disciplinary action, after being AOL.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 300
Wind force (knots): 6
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
9 June 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS SIERRA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0625: Cast off from buoy and proceeded to operating area. Course 225°T.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; LEE, J; FOSSIER, P; KABRICH, H; BRADSHAW, W. Inspections. Full power run.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. On full power trials. Various courses.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1602: Passed N Coronado Island abeam to starboard, 4 miles. 1750: Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego.1900: KERR, R J was transferred to Naval Training School, Great Lakes, Illinois.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 300
Wind force (knots): 5
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 64
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 64
10 June 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS SIERRA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0620: Cast off from buoy and proceeded to operating area. Course 295°T. Prepared to be taken in tow by USS COCOPA.
0800 to 1200:
In tow by USS COCOPA. Muster. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; LEE, J; FOSSIER, P; KABRICH, H; BRADSHAW, W. 0816: Cast off tow from USS COCOPA and took USS COCOPA in tow. 0920: USS COCOPA cast off tow. Exercises completed. 0921: Commenced rigging exercises at breeches buoy. Various courses and exercises.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Various courses for entering San Diego Harbor. 1311: Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 180
Wind force (knots): 6
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 66
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 64
11 June 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS SIERRA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; LEE, J; KABRICH, H; BRADSHAW, W. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 66
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
12 June 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS SIERRA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0730: Prepared to get underway.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. Absentees: HUNSUCKER, J; SOARES, D; CHRISTOPHER, G; LEE, J; KABRICH, H; BRADSHAW; W, FOSSIER, P. Inspections. 0820: Underway on various courses for fuel depot, La Playa.
0855: Moored port side to fuel depot, La Playa. 0935: Commenced taking on diesel fuel and fresh water. 1100: Completed taking fresh water.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. Completed fueling having received 243,717 gallons of diesel oil. 1405: Underway. 1430: Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 250
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
13 June 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS SIERRA present. 0241: SOARES, D and HUNSUCKER, J returned on board AOL for 19 hours 11 minutes.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; LEE, J; KABRICH, H; BRADSHAW, W; FOSSIER, P. 1000: The Captain held mast and awarded the following punishments: LYONS, M, no identification card on liberty: excused. DUFFY, J, AOL for 1 day 23 hours: loss of liberty on shore for 30 days. SENECA, R, AOL for 13 days 18 hours: summary court-martial. McKANE, R, AOL for 13 days 18 hours: summary court-martial. HUNSUCKER, J, AOL for 19 hours: warning. SOARES, D, AOL for 19 hours: warning.
Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. ENS D MAASKE was detached to report to Separation Activity, San Diego.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 170
Wind force (knots): 6
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
14 June 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS SIERRA present. 0241: SOARES, D returned on board AOL for 19 hours 11 minutes.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; LEE, J, BRADSHAW; W, FOSSIER, P; GENHO, R. 1055: ENS FERGUSON, recorder for summary court-martial, served a copy of the specifications on SENECA, R and McKANE, R. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 63
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
15 June 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS SIERRA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. Absentees: CHRISTOPHER, G; LEE, J; BRADSHAW, W; FOSSIER, P; KABRICH, H.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. 2345: KABRICH, H reported aboard after being AOL for 9 days, 15 hours.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 180
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
16 June 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS SIERRA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. Absentees: LEE, J; BRADSHAW, W; FOSSIER, P; RETTEW, J; GENHO, R. CHRISTOPHER, G was this day declared a deserter from this ship and the Naval Service. 0900: A summary court-martial, LT HOSTINSKY senior member, met to try the cases of McKANE, R and SENECA, R. Adjourned at 0942 to await action of the convening authority. 1135: CARR, B, S2, and LE BLANC, D, S2, reported on board for duty.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1245: The Captain held Mast and awarded the following punishments: KABRICH, H, AOL for 7 days [sic] and 15 hours; 30 days’ restriction. MARTIN, L, altered ID card and out of uniform; 3 days’ restriction.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 5
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 70
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
17 June 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS SIERRA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. Absentees: LEE, J; BRADSHAW, W; FOSSIER, P; RETTEW, J; GENHO, R. 0835: YTW 111 came alongside with fresh water. Took aboard 11,750 gallons.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1300: The Captain held mast and awarded the following punishments: FEGER, G; FERRY, E; and PRICE, B, offense: violation of 11th District order No 3-45. Excused. 1440: Loading explosives for demolition team. 1550: THOMAS, R, S2, was treated for laceration of the lip and abrasions on the nose while handling cargo.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1830: Chief Electrician Warren B LAYTON reported aboard for duty from USS WHITEHERST [destroyer escort]. 1959: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 160
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St/Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
18 June 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS SIERRA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. Absentees: LEE, J; BRADSHAW, W; FOSSIER, P; GENHO, R. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1510: Received 3 tons of demolition charges.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1633: DAVIDSON, Harley W, PHM1, reported on board for duty from USN Receiving Station, Terminal Island, San Pedro.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 66
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
19 June 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS SIERRA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. Absentees: LEE, J; BRADSHAW, W; FOSSIER, P; GENHO, R. Inspections. The following were transferred to the USS AJAX [repair ship] for duty: CHRISTENSEN, C; ORRELL, J; SCHMIDT, B.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1410: Received 1.5 tons demolition powder.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St/Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
20 June 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS SIERRA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. Absentees: LEE, J; BRADSHAW, W; FOSSIER, P; GENHO, R. Inspections. 1030: CHELEC D LAIRSEY was transferred to Naval Air Station, San Diego.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1830: LEE, J reported aboard under technical arrest.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
21 June 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS SIERRA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. Absentees: BRADSHAW, W; FOSSIER, P; GENHO, R. Inspections. 0852: LEE, J was confined for safe keeping by order of the Captain after being examined by the Medical Officer LT BEGLEY and found to be physically sound.
1155: TW 118 came alongside to port.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1245: Commenced receiving fresh water from YW 118. 1230: LEE, J fell down a ladder while being taken to the head under guard. Prisoner apparently suffered from paralysis (hysterical) and minor abrasions. 1320: Secured receiving 21,220 gallons of fresh water. 1357: LEE, J was transferred to San Diego Naval Hospital under guard.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 69
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
22 June 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS SIERRA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. Absentees: BRADSHAW, W; FOSSIER, P; GENHO, R. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 250
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 69
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
23 June 1947
At San Diego, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego. USS SIERRA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. Absentees: BRADSHAW, W; FOSSIER, P; GENHO, R. Inspections. 0945: The following men reported on board for temporary duty: LTJG Royal BARKER; RUSH, G, CBM; TIERNEY, H, BM1C; CARLL, J, GM2C; MORRISON, F, MOMM2C; PROVENYO, A, EM3C; LTJG W FETHEROLF; CLIFTON, P, S1; CROW, J, GM2C; KENNEDY, C, MOMM2C; O’BRIEN, BM2C; W, TAYLOR; W, WATTS, G, GM3C.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 270
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St/Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 69
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
24 June 1947
At San Diego and en route to San Francisco, California
Lat 33.13, Long -117.93
0000 to 0400:
Moored to No 12 mooring buoy, San Diego.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0730: Muster. Absentees: BRADSHAW, W; FOSSIER, P; GENHO, R. 0754: Underway at various speeds through channel.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. 0823: Passed Point Ballast abeam to starboard 400 yards. 0845: Took departure of San Diego Channel on course 312°T, 14 knots, for San Francisco.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1400: Changed course to 308°T.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1700: Condition “Baker”. Sighted Santa Cruz and Santa Rosa Islands bearing 290°T, 22 miles. 1811: Changed course to 287°T. 1850: Passed San Pedro Point, Santa Cruz Island, abeam to port, 5 miles. 1910: Sunset. 1921: Passed Beacon Reef to port, 13 miles. 1925: Sighted Santa Barbara Light bearing 335°T 15 miles.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2016: Passed Santa Barbara Light abeam, 12 miles. 2144: Sighted Point Conception Light bearing 301°T, 16 miles. 2250: Sighted Point Arguello bearing 316°T, 14 miles. 2253: Passed Point Conception Light abeam to starboard, 3.8 miles. 2337: Passed Point Arguello Light abeam to starboard, 8.5 miles.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 250
Wind force (knots): 9
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 62
THE VOYAGES OF USS BURTON ISLAND
Operations off the US West coast and Alaska
25 June 1947
At sea and at San Francisco, California
Lat 37.01, Long -122.47
0000 to 0400:
Underway en route to San Francisco on course 287°T, 14 knots. 0003: Changed course to 329°T. 0238: Sighted Bouchan Light abeam to starboard, 22.8 miles.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0426: Sighted Point Piedros Blancas Light bearing 024°T, 20 miles. 0750: Changed course to 338°T.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster. Absentees: BRADSHAW, W; FOSSIER, P; GENHO, R. 0814: Sighted Point Sur Light bearing 014°T, 8 miles. 0848: Passed Point Sur Light to starboard, 5 miles. 1153: Sighted Ano Nuevo Light bearing 355°T, 10 miles.1155: Sighted Pigeon Point Light bearing 346°T, 14 miles.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1213: Changed course to 335°T. 1421: Passed Point Montera Light abeam to starboard, 2.5 miles. 1507: Sighted San Francisco Lightship bearing 332°T, 8 miles. Steering various courses into San Francisco channel.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1556: Passed Point Bonita Light abeam to port, 1 mile. 1802: Anchored in San Francisco Harbor awaiting pilot. 1858: Pilot T JALLDEEN aboard. 1901: Commenced steering various courses at various speeds for NSD Oakland, pilot at the conn. 1913: YTB 259 made fast to port side. 1925: Moored starboard side to berth ITEM, pier 5, NSD [apparently Naval Supply Center] Oakland, California.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): 9
Clouds: Sc/St/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 60
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 55
26 June 1947
At Oakland, California
Lat 37.803, Long -122.329
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth ITEM, pier 5, Oakland, California. Various Pacific Fleet units present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster. Absentees: BRADSHAW, W; FOSSIER, P; GENHO, R. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1940: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 250
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 60
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
27 June 1947
At Oakland, California, and en route to Seattle, Washington
Lat 37.803, Long -122.329
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth ITEM, pier 5, Oakland, California. Various Pacific Fleet units present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster. Absentees: BRADSHAW, W; FOSSIER, P; GENHO, R.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 1145: Completed taking on cargo for Seattle, including 1 Buick sedan. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1445: YTB 259 moored alongside, pilot I JALLDEEN. 1518: Underway through Oakland channel, pilot at the conn.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1656: Cleared San Francisco main ship channel.1700: San Francisco main ship channel buoy No 1 bearing 70°T, 1 mile, changed course to 305°T. 1841: Point Reye Light abeam to starboard, 1 mile.
1851: Changed course to 327°T.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2225: Sighted Point Arena Light bearing 345°T, 21 miles. 2355: Point Arena Light abeam to starboard, 5.5 miles. Changed course to 340°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 250
Wind force (knots): 4-40
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 60
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 53
28 June 1947
At sea en route to Seattle, Washington
Lat 41.57, Long -124.63
0000 to 0400:
En route to Seattle on course 340°T, 14 knots. 0029: Sighted Point Cabrillo Light bearing 012°T, 15 miles. 0202: Sighted Noyo River Jetty Light bearing 057°T, 10 miles.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0700: Blunts Reef Lightship abeam to starboard, 3800 yards. Changed course to 357°T.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees: FOSSIER, P; GENHO R. LEE, J and BRADSHAW, W were this day declared deserters from this ship and from the Naval Service, having been AOL from 20 May 1947. Personal effects were sold at auction.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1308: Passed Saint George Reef Light abeam to starboard, 12.5 miles.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1604: Sighted Oxford Reef Rocks bearing 007°T, 20 miles. 1620: Sighted Cape Blanco Light abeam to starboard, 6.5 miles. Changed course to 359°T.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2014: Sighted Coos Bay Light bearing 099°T, 16 miles. 2240: Sighted Haceta Head Light bearing 067°T, 27 miles.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 300
Wind force (knots): 24
Clouds: St/Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 57
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 45
29 June 1947
At sea en route to Seattle, Washington
Lat 46.91, Long -124.83
0000 to 0400:
En route to Seattle on course 359°T, 14 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0433: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees: FOSSIER, P; GENHO, R. 0820: Exchanged calls with USS FORT MARION [dock landing ship]. 1010: Changed course to 020°T to pass astern of a small fishing vessel. Resumed base course.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1413: Sighted Destruction Island Lightship bearing 001°, 10 miles. 1554: Changed course to 352°T.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1623 Sighted Umatilla Lightship bearing 001°T, 10 miles. 1831: Entering Juan de Fuca Strait [followed by several small course alterations].
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2022: Sunset. 2123: Sighted Race Rocks Light bearing 090°T, 20 miles. 2125: Passed Sheringham Light abeam to port, 5 miles. Course 095°T. 2250: Passed Race Rocks Light abeam to port, 4.5 miles. 2310: Sighted Dungeness Light bearing 098°T, 14 miles. 2325: Passed Ediz Hook Light abeam to starboard, 5 miles. Course 090°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 300
Wind force (knots): 14
Clouds: Variable
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 59
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 57
30 June 1947
At sea and at Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
En route to Seattle on course 095°T, 12 knots. 0027: Course 099°T. 0019: Passed New Dungeness Light to starboard,1.5 miles. 0108: Passed Smith Island Light abeam to port, 8.3 miles. 0132: Course 136°T. 0155: Marrowstone Point Light abeam to starboard, 0.8 miles. Course 160°T. 0224: Bush Point Light abeam to port, 0.7 miles. Course 152°T [followed by a number of small course alterations]. 0312: Apple Cove Light bore 170°T, 5.3 miles.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0445: Steering for Smith’s Cove on various courses, Captain at the conn. 0506: Moored to pier 91, Naval Station, Seattle.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees: FOSSIER, P; GENHO, R. 1000: Commenced to unload cargo consigned to NSD Seattle.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1230: Paid crew semi-monthly pay.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 360
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 78
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 58
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LOGS FOR JULY 1947
[Title page]
List of Officers, July 1947:
G L KETCHUM, CDR, Commanding
F L DAWLEY, LCDR, Executive Officer
J HOSTINSKY, LT, First Lieutenant, Gunnery Officer
L C KNOWLES, LT, Engineering Officer
F A WOODKE, LT, Navigator
L W TRACY, LT, Senior Aviator
R J LONG, LT, Junior Aviator
J W BEGLEY, LTJG, MCR, Medical Officer
C R PIERCE, LTJG, DCR, Dental Officer
J P HOPKINS, LTJG, Communication Officer
A F FERGUSON, ENS, Assistant Engineering Officer, “E” Division Officer
J W FITZPATRICK, ENS, SC, Supply and Disbursement Officer
T B WATSON, CHMACH, Assistant Engineering Officer, Damage Control, Engineering
W R LAYTON, CHELEC, Assistant Engineering Officer, Electrical Officer
C O HILL, CHBOSN, Assistant First Lieutenant, Damage Control Officer
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1 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to pier 91, berth How, US Naval Station, Seattle, Washington, with standard 8” mooring lines, receiving fresh water and telephone service from the dock. SOPA, Commandant Thirteenth Naval District.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Mustered crew at quarters. Absentees: FOSSIER, P; GENHO, R K. 0900: Made daily inspection of magazines and smokeless powder samples. Conditions normal.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 008
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 75
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
2 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored to pier 91, Naval Station, Seattle.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees: FOSSIER, P; GENHO, R; KABRICH H.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 160
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 64
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
3 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored to pier 91, Naval Station, Seattle.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees: FOSSIER, P; GENHO, R; KABRICH H. 0930: Hoisted out plane (J2F); pilot LT LONG, passengers SCHULER, A, ARM2; and POPISCHAL, F, AMM1.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 170
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 62
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
4 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored to pier 91, Naval Station, Seattle.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees: FOSSIER, P; GENHO, R; KABRICH H. 0800: Dressed ship in observance of Independence Day.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 180
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: Variable
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 75
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
5 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored to pier 91, Naval Station, Seattle.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees: FOSSIER, P; GENHO, R; KABRICH, H; AURICH, H; LE BLANC, D. 1145: AURICH, H and LE BLANC, D returned on board AOL 4 hours.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 180
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 75
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
6 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored to pier 91, Naval Station, Seattle.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees: FOSSIER, P; GENHO, R; KABRICH, H.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 260
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 75
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
7 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored to pier 91, Naval Station, Seattle.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees: FOSSIER, P; GENHO, R; KABRICH, H; PRICE, B, S2; FINLEY, J, MOMM2. 0945: PRICE, B and FINLEY, J returned on board 2 hours AOL. 1100: The Captain held mast and awarded the following punishments: AURICH, H, AOL 4 hours, warning; LE BLANC, D, AOL 4 hours, warning; PRICE, B, AOL 2 hours, warning; FINLEY, J, AOL 2 hours, warning.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. Exercised fire and rescue parties.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Exercised fire and rescue parties.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 75
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
8 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored to pier 91, Naval Station, Seattle.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees: BRAUN, R; VEITH, A; STEINBERG, R; FOSSIER, P; GENHO; R, KABRICH, H. 0730: FOSSIER, P was this day declared a deserter from this ship and the Naval Service. 0854: BRAUN, R; VEITH, A; and STEINBERG, R reported on board 54 minutes AOL.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1230: The Captain held mast and awarded the following punishments: BRAUN, R; VEITH, A; and STEINBERG, R, offense, absent over leave about 54 minutes, warnings.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1805: GENHO, R reported aboard in uniform AOL 22 days and 10 hours.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. 2007: Sunset.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 360
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 70
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
9 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored to pier 91, Naval Station, Seattle.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees: FOSSIER, P; KABRICH, H. 0818: Underway. Swinging ship for compass compensation.
1200 to 1600:
Swinging ship as before. 1245: Moored at pier 91, starboard side to USCGC NORTHWIND.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 270
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 72
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
10 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to USCGC NORTHWIND, pier 91, berth G, US Naval Station, Seattle.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentee: KABRICH, H. 1000: Held Captain’s mast in the case of GENHO, R, AOL for 22 days, 10 hours. Sentenced to summary court-martial.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. Training exercises. 1530: Clothing of FOSSIER, P sold at auction.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 190
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 72
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
11 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to USCGC NORTHWIND, pier 91, berth G, US Naval Station, Seattle.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentee: KABRICH, H. 1120: ENS FERGUSON, recorder, served court-martial specifications on GENHO, R.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. Captain’s lower deck inspection. 1355: A summary court-martial led by LT HOSTINSKY met to try the case of GENHO, R. Adjourned at 1425.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 180
Wind force (knots): 5
Clouds: Sc/St; light drizzle
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 62
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
12 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to USCGC NORTHWIND, pier 91, berth G, US Naval Station, Seattle.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentee: KABRICH, H. 0850: ULRICH, D was transferred to USS SAMAR [repair ship] for duty.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1532: LEE, J and BRADSHAW, W reported aboard for disciplinary action from USNAAS Cabaniss Field, Texas.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 69
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
13 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to USCGC NORTHWIND, pier 91, berth G, US Naval Station, Seattle.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentee: KABRICH, H.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 73
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
14 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to USCGC NORTHWIND, pier 91, berth G, US Naval Station, Seattle.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentee: KABRICH, H. 1000: Held Captain’s mast in the case of LEE, J and BRADSHAW, W. Both men to be tried by summary court-martial.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1405: BATES, J was transferred to US Naval Hospital, Bremerton, Washington.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St/Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
15 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to USCGC NORTHWIND, pier 91, berth G, US Naval Station, Seattle.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees: KABRICH, H, BICKFORD, W. 0945: BICKFORD returned AOL since 0745; to lose 5 liberties.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. Training exercises.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: Cu; light drizzle
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 65
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
16 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to USCGC NORTHWIND, pier 91, berth G, US Naval Station, Seattle. Ships present: USS MULIPHEN, USS UNION, USS DIPHDA, USS SEMINOLE [attack cargo ships], USS LST 642 [landing ship].
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentee: KABRICH, H. 0835: Commenced fuelling ship. 1000: Held Captain’s mast in the case of SENECA, R for striking another person. Awarded 5 days’ solitary confinement on bread and water. ENS FERGUSON, recorder, served court-martial specifications in the case of LEE, J. SENECA, R was placed in solitary confinement.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1300: MEUNIER, M was transferred to US Naval Hospital, Bremerton. Diagnosis: DU calculus urethral*. Completed fueling, received 50, 773 gallons.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. 2000: Sunset.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 350
Wind force (knots): 5
Clouds: Sc/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
*[Note: ie kidney stones]
17 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to USCGC NORTHWIND, pier 91, berth G, US Naval Station, Seattle. Ships present: USS MULIPHEN, USS UNION, USS DIPHDA, USS SEMINOLE [attack cargo ships], USS LST 642 [landing ship]
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees: KABRICH, H; McCARTHY, R. BENTON, F, CCS, left the ship on 4 days’ leave. 0945: Summary court-martial, LT HOSTINSKY in charge, in the case of BRADSHAW, W, and LEE, J. 0910: Adjourned to await the action of the convening authority.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1345: Underway to shift berth. 1410: Moored starboard side to berth G, pier 91, US Naval Station, Seattle. 1425: USCGC NORTHWIND moored alongside to port.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. 2000: Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 010
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 75
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
18 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to USCGC NORTHWIND, pier 91, berth G, US Naval Station, Seattle.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees: KABRICH, H; McCARTHY H; HULSEY, J. 1000: Captain held mast and awarded GAGNER, L a warning for 17 hours’ AOL.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St/Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
19 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to USCGC NORTHWIND, pier 91, berth G, US Naval Station, Seattle.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees: KABRICH, H; McCARTHY, H; HULSEY, J. Captain’s inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 230
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
20 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to USCGC NORTHWIND, pier 91, berth G, US Naval Station, Seattle.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0630: CONSELYEA, H, COX, returned on board 22 hours AOL.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentee: KABRICH, H.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 000
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
21 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to USCGC NORTHWIND, pier 91, berth G, US Naval Station, Seattle.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees: KABRICH, H; POAGUE. 1030: SENECA, R was released from confinement and restored to duty.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1250 [sic]: Muster on flight deck to hear the findings of the summary court-martial in the case of GENHO, R. Sentence: solitary confinement for 20 days with loss of pay amounting to $150.00. Full rations every 3 days. 12.40: GENHO, R was placed in solitary confinement.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 330
Wind force (knots): 6
Clouds: Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 70
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
22 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to USCGC NORTHWIND, pier 91, berth G, US Naval Station, Seattle.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees: KABRICH, H; POAGUE, L; HULSEY, J; McCARTHY, R; STEINBERG, R. 1000: The Captain awarded a warning to CONSELYEA, H for 22 hours’ AOL.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 250
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
23 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to USCGC NORTHWIND, pier 91, berth G, US Naval Station, Seattle. 0130: STEINBERG, R, returned on board in uniform 17 hours AOL.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees: KABRICH, H; POAGUE, L; HULSEY, J.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1400: Ship’s helicopter landed on deck, landing from NAS, Sand Point. 1445: MEUNIER, M returned on board from hospital.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 240
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
24 July 1947
At Seattle, Washington
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to USCGC NORTHWIND, pier 91, berth G, US Naval Station, Seattle.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees: KABRICH, H; POAGUE, L; HULSEY, J. 1000: Helicopter took off with LT LONG and LCDR DAWLEY, and returned at 1100. 1030: The Captain awarded punishments at mast: STEINBERG, R; McCARTHY, R, warnings.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1230: Quarters to publish sentences in the summary court-martial for BRADSHAW, W and LEE, J: to be confined to the limits of the ship for 2 months and to lose pay for 3 months, a total of $60. 1430: Men to be transferred to USS MULPHEN to be returned at Point Barrow, Alaska: BALOG, M, S1; CARR, B, S1; CARTER, M, S1; GATES R, S1; GLYNN, A, S1; LE BLANC, D, S2; MUMPOWER, W, S2; PRICE, B, S2; SWEARNGIN, J, S1; POAGUE, L, S2. 1510: A deck court, LCDR DAWLEY, met to try the case of STEINBERG, R, AOL 17 hours 12 minutes, and adjourned at 1515. 1535: The proceedings, findings and sentence of STEINBERG, R were published this date: specification proved by plea; sentence: to lose $30.00 per month of his pay for a period of one month.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
25 July 1947
At Seattle and en route to Point Barrow, Alaska
Lat 47.629, Long -122.385
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to USCGC NORTHWIND, pier 91, berth G, US Naval Station, Seattle.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees: KABRICH, H; POAGUE, L; HULSEY, J. 0905: RUMMAGE, L, QM3, was transferred to US Naval Hospital, Bremerton, for treatment. Diagnosis: undetermined syphilis. 0920: Transferred effects of KABRICH, H and HULSEY, J to receiving station. 1000: Underway to berth EASY, Smith Cove. Anchored in 15 fathoms with 30 fathoms of chain. Published court sentences for summary court-martial in the cases of SENECA, R and LEE, J.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before. 1242: Underway on various courses and speeds. 1258: Joined company with LST 642. Took departure for Point Barrow, Alaska, with Com Task Group [followed by various small course alterations].
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1644: Passed Wilson Point abeam to port, 1.75 miles. Course 271°T. 1650: SS SEA SCORPION passed abeam to port, 1 mile. 1825: Tow wire to LST 642 in place at 1400 feet. 1925: Passed Point Dungeness abeam to port, 4.5 miles. Speed 10 knots.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2143: Changed course to 289°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 250
Wind force (knots): 6
Clouds: Sc; light drizzle
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 64
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 59
26 July 1947
At sea en route to Point Barrow, Alaska
Lat 48.85, Long -127.38
0000 to 0400:
Underway en route to Point Barrow, Alaska, on course 289°T, 10 knots, towing LST 642. 0135: Changed course to 283°T. 0244: Passed Swiftsure Bank Lightship abeam, 1.7 miles.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0445: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees. 1045: Sighted ship bearing 288°T, 10 miles.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1900: Retarded ship’s clocks 1 hour to conform to zone plus 9 hours. 1927: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2245: Sighted unidentified ship bearing 312°T 7 miles.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 320
Wind force (knots): 8
Clouds: Sc; light drizzle
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 59
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 60
27 July 1947
At sea en route to Point Barrow, Alaska
Lat 49.78, Long -133.73
0000 to 0400:
Underway en route to Point Barrow, Alaska, on course 283°T 10.5 knots towing LST 642.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0409: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1950: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 280
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: Variable. Light drizzle and a rain squall.
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 61
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 58
28 July 1947
At sea en route to Point Barrow, Alaska
Lat 50.83, Long -140.55
0000 to 0400:
Underway en route to Point Barrow, Alaska, on course 283°T, 11 knots, towing LST 642.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0435: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Drills.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1927: Sunset. 1900: Retarded ship’s clocks 1 hour to conform to zone plus 10 hours.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 260
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 59
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 56
29 July 1947
At sea en route to Point Barrow, Alaska
Lat 51.87, Long -147.77
0000 to 0400:
Underway en route to Point Barrow, Alaska, on course 283°T, 11.5 knots, towing LST 642.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0359: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees. OSTOICH, W admitted to sick bay.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Drills.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1929: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 240
Wind force (knots): 16
Clouds: Variable; rain and limited visibility
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 55
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 53
30 July 1947
At sea en route to Point Barrow, Alaska
Lat 52.85, Long -154.83
0000 to 0400:
Underway en route to Point Barrow, Alaska, on course 283°T, 11.5 knots towing LST 642.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0425: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Reduced speed to 10 knots.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1824: Changed course to 275°T. 1900: Retarded ship’s clocks 1 hour to conform to zone plus 11 hours.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2223: Course 270°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 210
Wind force (knots): 30
Clouds: St; limited visibility
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 55
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 52
31 July 1947
At sea en route to Point Barrow, Alaska
Lat 53.35, Long -158.90
0000 to 0400:
Underway en route to Point Barrow, Alaska, on course 270°T, 6 knots, towing LST 642. 0028: Changed course to 283°T.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0558: Changed speed to 7 knots.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Changed speed to 9.6 knots.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 270
Wind force (knots): 21
Clouds: St/Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 54
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 51
LOGS FOR AUGUST 1947
[Title page]
List of Officers, August 1947:
G L KETCHUM, CDR, Commanding
F L DAWLEY, LCDR, Executive Officer
J HOSTINSKY, LT, First Lieutenant, Gunnery Officer
L C KNOWLES, LT, Engineering Officer
F A WOODKE, LT, Navigator
L W TRACY, LT, Senior Aviator
R J LONG, LT, Junior Aviator
J W BEGLEY, LTJG, MCR, Medical Officer
C R PIERCE, LTJG, DCR, Dental Officer
J P HOPKINS, LTJG, Communication Officer
A F FERGUSON, ENS, Assistant Engineering Officer, “E” Division Officer
J W FITZPATRICK, ENS, SC, Supply and Disbursement Officer
T B WATSON, CHMACH, Assistant Engineering Officer, Damage Control
W R LAYTON, CHELEC, Assistant Engineering Officer, Electrical Officer
C O HILL, CHBOSN, Assistant First Lieutenant, Damage Control Officer
H M JAMES, LT, Navigator
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1 August 1947
At sea en route to Point Barrow, Alaska
Lat 54.37, Long -165.08
0000 to 0400:
Underway en route from Seattle to Point Barrow, Alaska [Washington in log], on base course 283°T and PGC, 275°PSC, standard speed 9.6 knots (87 rpm). LST 642 in tow with 400 yards of 2” wire. Generators 1, 2, 5, and 6 on the line. 0010: Made radar contact bearing 310°T, 91 miles, on Unimak Island. 0125: Made radar contact bearing 342°T, 42 miles, on Sanak Island. 0334: Changed course to 295°T and PGC, 270°PStgC, 288°PSC. Average rpm for the watch, 86.9.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0401: Executed sunrise. 0452: Sighted Unimak Island, distance 50 miles on starboard bow. Average rpm for the watch, 86.9.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. 0800: Mustered crew on stations. No absentees. 0745: Shifted from No 2 to No 1 boiler, 0855: Changed course to 285 T and PGC, 274 PSC. 0905: Shifted from 1 and 2 to 3 and 4 main generators. Main generators 3, 4, 5, and 6 in use for propulsion. 0930: Entered Unimak Pass, Aleutian Islands. 1045: Passed Scotch Cap Light to starboard at 5 miles. 1114: Changed course to 300°T and PGC, 299° PSC, to compensate for strong current in Pass. 1130: Made daily inspection of magazines and smokeless powder samples. Conditions normal.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Changed course to 347°T and PGC, 337°PStgC. 1345: Sighted unidentified vessel bearing 023°T, distance 9 miles. 1420: Passed ship earlier sighted abeam to starboard, distance 1½ miles. Ship identified as the Russian ship MAIKOPO (UOUV) [probably MAIKOP]. Ship displayed no national sign.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1700: Changed course to 343°T and PGC, 330°PSC and PStgC. Set material condition “Baker”.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2000: Made inspection of entire ship as to watertight integrity measures. 2011: Observed sunset.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 270
Wind force (knots): 15
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 50
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 48
2 August 1947
At sea en route to Point Barrow, Alaska
Lat 58.27, Long -167.03
0000 to 0400:
Underway en route to Point Barrow, Alaska, on course 343°T, 9.6 knots, towing LST 642.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0403: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1718: Changed course to 335°T.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2040: Sunset. 2345: Changed course to 000°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 345
Wind force (knots): 5
Clouds: St.
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 49
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 46
3 August 1947
At sea en route to Point Barrow, Alaska
Lat 62.33, Long -168.30
0000 to 0400:
Underway en route to Point Barrow, Alaska, on course 000°T, 9.6 knots, towing LST 642. Taking fathom readings every half hour.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0350: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1300: Made radar contact with St Lawrence Island, bearing 340° at 50 miles.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1745: Passed Northeast Cape abeam to port, 12 miles. 1754: Changed course to 357°T.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 290
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: St; some visibility problems
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 46
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 44
4 August 1947
At sea en route to Point Barrow, Alaska
Lat 66.57, Long -168.20
0000 to 0400:
Underway en route to Point Barrow, Alaska, on course 357°T, 10 knots, towing LST 642. 0021: Made radar contact with Cape Prince of Wales, bearing 018°T, 66 miles. 0039: Sighted King Island bearing 009°T, 30 miles. 0319: Sunrise. 0324: Passed King Island abeam to starboard, 4.9 miles.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0706: With Fairway Rock abeam to port, 6.5 miles, changed course to 000°T.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees. 0900: Changed course to 010°T.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2143: Passed Cape Thompson abeam to starboard, 31 miles. 2149: Sunset. 2214: Sighted Point Hope Light bearing 074°T, distance 11 miles. 2246: With Point Hope bearing 105°T, distance 11.5 miles, changed course to 022°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 330
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: St; some visibility problems
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 47
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 44
5 August 1947
At sea and at Icy Cape, Alaska
Lat 70.18, Long -163.22
0000 to 0400:
Underway en route to Point Barrow, Alaska, on course 022°T, 10.5 knots, towing LST 642.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. Course 043°T.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees. 1030: The Captain held mast and awarded SCOTT, C 5 days’ confinement for disobedience of orders and lighting fireworks in a living compartment. 1100: Changed course to 057°T.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1239: Changed speed to 6.2 knots. 1245: Made radar contact with land at 090°T, 11 miles.1251: Changed course to 030°T. 1304: LST 642 commenced breaking tow. 1311: LST 642 clear of tow and underway. 1337: Anchored in 18 fathoms of water with 60 fathoms of chain to port anchor, 13 miles due West of Icy Cape, Alaska. LST anchored. Awaiting task group.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before. 1915: LST 642 underway due to dragging anchor.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before. 2230: Sunset.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 220
Wind force (knots): 20
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 53
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 48
6 August 1947
At Icy Cape, Alaska
Lat 70.30, Long -162.62
0000 to 0400:
Anchored off Icy Cape, Alaska, in 12 fathoms of water with 60 fathoms of chain out to port. Anchor with mouth of Utukok River bearing 163°T, 15 miles.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees. LST 642 anchored 900 yards distant.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before. 1347: Underway en route from Icy Cape to Point Barrow on course 000°T, 8 knots. LST 642 on station at the stern. 1514: Aircraft sighted: PBY DB1. 1525: Changed course to 065°T.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. Course 065°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 250
Wind force (knots): 15
Clouds: Ns; light drizzle
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 48
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 47
7 August 1947
At sea and at Point Barrow, Alaska
Lat 71.31, Long -156.77
0000 to 0400:
Underway en route from Icy Cape to Point Barrow on course 065°T, 8 knots. LST 642 on station at the stern 400 yards. 0340: Sighted ice bearing 049°; few growlers.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. Various course changes. 0535: Sighted Barrow bearing 053°T, distance 15 miles. 0623: Sighted Barrow beacon bearing 073°T, distance approximately 8 miles. 0726: Anchored at Point Barrow in 13 fathoms with 30 fathoms of port chain.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees. 0835: Commanding Officer left ship to call on USS SEMINOLE. 0904: Commanding Officer returned.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before. 1515: M A CASDL, ice pilot reported on board. 1522: Underway from Point Barrow to Barter Island. Maneuvering to take LST 642 in tow.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1616: LST 642 in tow. Speed 12.5 knots [followed by various small course changes]. Course 113°T.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. Course 104°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 090
Wind force (knots): 5
Clouds: St/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 34
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 40
8 August 1947
At sea en route to Barter Island, Alaska
Lat 70.77, Long -147.10
0000 to 0400:
Underway en route from Point Barrow to Barter Island on course 090°T, 12 knots, towing LST 642. Keeping clear of ice flows.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. Changed course to 114°T. Speed 9 knots.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees. 0923: Sighted Franklin Mountains bearing 055°T, 79 miles. 1005: Dropped tow; ahead 5 knots.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before through heavy pack ice. 1312: Helicopter took off with LT TRACY as pilot and LT WOODKE on ice reconnaissance flight. 1400: Broke out into clear water. 1550: Entering light pack.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2011: Changed course to 092°T. 2043: Stopped. 2110: Helicopter took off to scout best leads through the pack. 2152: Helicopter landed. 2202: Underway on various courses and speeds working ice at general course 097°T. 2315: Making good 180°T, 5 knots.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 090
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 35
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 35
9 August 1947
At sea and at Barter Island, Alaska
Lat 70.17, Long -143.60
0000 to 0400:
En route to Barter Island*, speed 9 knots. Maneuvering on various courses and speeds to clear channel through heavy pack ice for LST 642. 0235: Commenced maneuvering to free LST 642 from ice. 0255: LST 642 free and underway.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0415: Sighted Barter Island bearing 181°T, distance 5 miles. 0445: Lying to near Barter Island. 0530: Anchored in 11 fathoms of water with 15 fathoms of chain out to the port anchor, 2.4 miles off Barter Island. 0649: Transferring explosives to LST 642.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before. 1248: Shifting berths. 1251: Helicopter took off. 1443: Helicopter landed on deck.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before. Helicopter took off for LST 642 with LT TRACY as pilot and returned with Commanding Officer.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 090
Wind force (knots): 5
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 39
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
*[Note: USS Burton Island appears to be taking part in the early stages of establishing the DEW (Distant Early Warning) Line across Alaska, Canada, Greenland and Iceland. See Distant Early Warning Line (DEW Line) | Britannica.]
10 August 1947
At Barter Island, Alaska
Lat 70.17, Long -143.60
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in 8 fathoms of water with 30 fathoms of chain out to the port anchor, 2.4 miles off Barter Island. LST 642 present and beached. Ship surrounded by loose pack ice.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before. 0643: Started main generators and maneuvered engines to clear ship of ice.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees. 0815: Motor launch with a working party of 30 hands under LTJG HOPKINS left ship for LST 642. 1026: Underway, maneuvering on various courses and speeds to keep approximate position 290°T, 1 mile from Barter Island warehouse.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1240: By order of the Commanding Officer, GENHO, R was released from confinement and restored to duty. SCOTT, C was placed in confinement for 5 days as sentence from Captain’s mast.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before to counteract force of current and floating pack ice. 2208: Anchored in 8 fathoms of water, 2 miles bearing North from approximate center of Barter Island. 2245: Made all preparations for getting underway due to closing ice. 2254: Maneuvering on various courses and speeds to maintain position.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 250
Wind force (knots): 7
Clouds: Ns
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 39
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
11 August 1947
At Barter Island, Alaska
Lat 70.17, Long -143.60
0000 to 0400:
Hove to in scattered pack ice, 2.5 miles N of Barter Island.
0400 to 0800:
Hove to as before.
0800 to 1200:
Hove to as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees. 0920: Anchored off Barter Island in 6 fathoms of water on the following true bearings: huts, 138°T; warehouse 228.5°T.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before. 2105: Underwater demolition team returned to ship. 2335: Captain L FRISCO, CTU, came aboard.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 100
Wind force (knots): 16
Clouds: Variable
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 40
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
12 August 1947
At Barter Island and en route to Point Barrow, Alaska
Lat 70.17, Long -143.60
0000 to 0400:
Anchored 2 miles North of Barter Island, Alaska. 0210: Underway on course 010°T. 0311: Underway on course 354°T for Point Barrow, Alaska. The following men reported aboard after completing temporary duty as ferrying personnel on LST 642: LT J OUTLAW USN; LTJG W HALLIBURTON USN; LTJG E SANDERSON USN; LT CONERLY, USC&GS [and 47 men listed in alphabetical order.] *
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0423: Changed course to 335°T. 0531: Helicopter took off on ice reconnaissance flight, pilots LT TRACY and LT LONG. 0600: Increased speed to 9 knots. 0645: Helicopter landed on board. 0739: Increased speed to 10 knots.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees. Changed course to 281°T, speed to 15 knots.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1210: Changed course to 278°T.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 320
Wind force (knots): 16
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 42
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 38
*[Note: LST was abandoned at Barter Island for several years. See hyperlink of 16 July above.]
13 August 1947
At sea and at Point Barrow, Alaska
Lat 71.40, Long -156.62
0000 to 0400:
Underway on course 278°T for Point Barrow, Alaska, 15 knots. 0125: Made radar contact with Point Barrow bearing 240°T, 20.9 miles. 0201: Sighted USS MULIPHEN and USS DIPHDA bearing 210°T [followed by a number of small course alterations]. 0315: Anchored in berth DOG at Point Barrow in 9 fathoms to 30 fathoms of port chain.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees. 0910: LT H CONERLY, USC&GS, left the ship, transportation completed. 1150: The following men returned to the ship having completed duty on USS MULIPHEN: SWEARNGIN, J; MUMPOWER, W; LE BLANC; BALOG, M; PRICE, B; POAGUE, l; CARTER, M; CARR, B; GATES, R; GLYNN, A. 1156: JOHNSON, Robert, CBM, reported on board for duty.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before. 1230: Helicopter left ship on mail trip. 1242: Helicopter left on second mail trip. 1300: Helicopter departed with LT LONG and Commanding Officer. 1330: Helicopter returned with Commanding Officer. 1425: Four USMC men reported aboard for transportation from USS MULIPHEN to USS THOMPSON. 1440: One man reported aboard for dental treatment.1532: USS MULIPHEN underway.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before. 2300: Made preparations for getting underway.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 260
Wind force (knots): 14
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 42
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 37
14 August 1947
At Point Barrow and en route to Icy Cape, Alaska
Lat 70.45, Long -162.32
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in berth DOG, Point Barrow, Alaska, in 9 fathoms of water with 30 fathoms of chain out to port anchor on the following bearings: church spire 206°T, radar screen 185°T, aircraft hangar 106°T. 0044: Underway on course 244°T. 0044: USS DIPHDA underway.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0525: Changed course to 240°T. 0620: Changed course to 230°T.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees. 1120: USS SEMINOLE picked up by radar bearing 246°T, 15 miles [followed by a number of small course changes].
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1235: Sighted USS SEMINOLE, distance 5 miles. 1312: Stopped. Boat from USS SEMINOLE alongside with passengers. Following officers and men reported aboard for transportation: LT R WILLIAMS USMC; LT P MANGOGNA, USMC; Sergeant C SAMS, USMC; Technical Sergeant G WILMER, USMC. 1429: Underway in column 1000 yards astern of USS SEMINOLE on course 230°T, 14.5 knots.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. Speed 14.9 knots.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. Speed 15 knots. 2115: Sunset. 2330: Changed course to 189°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 260
Wind force (knots): 14
Clouds: Sc and variable
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 42
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 45
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15 August 1947
At sea en route to Unimak Pass, Alaska
Lat 66.05, Long -168.47
0000 to 0400:
Underway in column with USS SEMINOLE on course 189°T at 14.5 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0433: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1225: SCOTT, C was released from confinement and returned to duty. 1254: Sighted Diomede Islands bearing 265°T, 15 miles.1317: Sighted Fairway Rock bearing 206°T, 11 miles. 1353: Sighted Cape Prince of Wales bearing 100°T, 11.5 miles.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1653: Changed course to 178°T. 1656: Passed King Island abeam, bearing 089°T, 13 miles.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. Made inspection of entire ship as to watertight integrity measures. 2005: Took [engine] 6 off the line due to oil leak. 2148: Took number 5 main generator off the line due to oil leak. 2210: Reduced speed to 15 knots (100 rpm). 2220: Stopped all engines. 2225: Ahead on 2, 3, 4, and 5 engines at 14.5 knots.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 280
Wind force (knots): 14
Clouds: Sc and Ns
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 42
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 45
16 August 1947
At sea en route to Unimak Pass, Alaska
Lat 60.32, Long -167.98
0000 to 0400:
Underway in column with USS SEMINOLE and USS DIPHDA on course 178°T at 15 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0516: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees. 0921: Changed course to 165°T. 1036: Made radar contact with Nunivak Island bearing 138°T, 42 miles. 1116: Changed course to 175°T.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1230: Passed Cape Mohican, Nunivak Island, Alaska, to port, 15 miles. Changed course to 165°T.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2048: Sunset.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 250
Wind force (knots): 12
Clouds: Sc and Ns
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 44
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 45
17 August 1947
At sea en route to Unimak Pass, Alaska
Lat 54.72, Long -165.23
0000 to 0400:
Underway to undetermined continental US port in column with USS SEMINOLE and USS DIPHDA on course 165°T at 14.5 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0535: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees. Course 160°T. 1105: Sighted Unimak Island bearing from 080°T, to 147°T, distance 25 miles. 1117: Radar contact bearing 171°T, distance 13.2 miles. 1118: Visual contact with a sailing vessel.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. [Various small course changes.] 1337: Passed unidentified wrecked passenger vessel and cargo ship on the beach bearing 048°T, 2.5 miles. 1350: Changed course to 110°T. Took departure Unimak Pass with Scotch Cap abeam to port bearing 020°T at 2.3 miles. Course 109°T.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1830: Course 106°T.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2018: Sunset. Course 109°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 170
Wind force (knots): 14
Clouds: Sc and Ns
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 54
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 49
18 August 1947
At sea en route to San Diego, California
Lat 52.48, Long -156.55
0000 to 0400:
Underway singly to San Diego on course 109°T at 14.5 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0520: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees. PRUNERI, A was placed on the sick list for catarrhal fever.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1932: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: Sc/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 60
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 56
19 August 1947
At sea en route to San Diego, California
Lat 50.12, Long -147.67
0000 to 0400:
Underway singly to San Diego on course 111°T at 14.6 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0455: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees. 0800: Changed course to 117°T. 1000: The Captain held mast and awarded these punishments: ADAMS, F, MOMM2, running a gambling game for profit, punishment: summary court-martial; POAGUE, L, AOL 15 hours, punishment: deck court.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Training exercises. POAGUE, L sentenced to lose pay amounting to $30.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1851: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 050
Wind force (knots): 7
Clouds: Sc/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 64
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 57
20 August 1947
At sea en route to San Diego, California
Lat 47.43, Long -140.32
0000 to 0400:
Underway singly to San Diego on course 117°T at 14.5 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0526: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees. 0807: Changed course to 126°T. 0930: Sighted USS CHARA [attack cargo ship] bearing 232°T, 10 miles. 1115: HART, F, EM2C, lacerated right hand. Treated with sutures and dressing.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 300
Wind force (knots): 15
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 66
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 59
21 August 1947
At sea en route to San Diego, California
Lat 43.87, Long -133.53
0000 to 0400:
Underway singly to San Diego on course 126°T at 14.5 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0509: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Training exercises. 1400: Changed course to 131°T.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. BICKFORD, W was treated for 2nd degree burns after stepping into hot water while on duty in the ship’s galley.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. Changed course to 132°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 320
Wind force (knots): 15
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 63
22 August 1947
At sea en route to San Diego, California
Lat 39.87, Long -127.83
0000 to 0400:
Underway singly to San Diego on course 132°T at 14.5 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0453: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees. 0845: Changed course to 134°T. 1100: The summary court in the case of ADAMS, F was cancelled on the orders of the Commanding Officer.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1811: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 000
Wind force (knots): 12
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 70
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 63
23 August 1947
At sea en route to San Diego, California
Lat 35.92, Long -122.42
0000 to 0400:
Underway singly to San Diego on course 134°T at 14.5 knots. 0100: Advanced all ship’s clocks one hour to conform with time zone +8. Made radar and visual contact with a vessel.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0538: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees. 0800: Changed course to 135°T. 0945: Mustered ship’s company on flight deck for presentation of medals.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before. 1743: Changed course to 130°T.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1826: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2223: Sighted Richardson Rock buoy bearing 095°T, distance 10 miles. 2247: Sighted Point Bennet lighted buoy bearing 103°T, distance 8.5 miles. 2325: Changed course to 116°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 335
Wind force (knots): 12
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 72
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 62
24 August 1947
At sea and at San Diego, California
Lat 32.70, Long -117.37
0000 to 0400:
Underway singly to San Diego on course 116°T at 14.6 knots. 0325: Sighted San Nicolas Island Light bearing 180°T, at 18 miles.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0352: Passed San Nicolas Island Light abeam to starboard bearing 206°T, 13 miles. 0455: Passed Santa Barbara Island Light abeam to port, bearing 026°T, distance 7.6 miles. 0701: Passed Castle Rock abeam to starboard, bearing 206°T, distance 5.5 miles. 0730: Passed San Clemente Island abeam to starboard bearing 206°T, distance 6.2 miles. Course 113°T.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees. 1105: Sighted Point Loma bearing 108°T, distance 16 miles. 1135: Sighted North Coronado Island bearing 162°T, distance 18 miles. Course 114°T.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Steaming on various courses entering San Diego Harbor. 1229: Passed Point Loma abeam to port 1500 yards. 1248: Moored to buoy No 2, San Diego Harbor, San Diego, California. 1310: Disembarked the USMC passengers, 3 officers and 15 men.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. LT HOSTINSKY reported to Port Director, San Diego, for duty.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 300
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Variable
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 72
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
25 August 1947
At San Diego and at Los Angeles Harbor, California
Lat 32.72, Long -117.19
0000 to 0400:
Moored to buoy No 2, San Diego Harbor. USS SIERRA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0756: Underway shifting berths. 0817: Moored to fuel dock.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. LT TRACY departed on 8 days’ leave. Inspections. Muster. No absentees. 0900: The following passengers were transferred to amphibious base, Coronado, California, for disposition [followed by a list of 45 men]. 0912: Unloading demolition charges. 0955: The following men from the demolition team were transferred to amphibious base, Coronado [followed by a list of 10 men]. NIXON, L was transferred to USS MULIPHEN. 1004: Underway for Naval Air Station. 1030: Moored port side to berth 26, Naval Air Station, San Diego. Discharging aviation gasoline.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. Helicopter landed. Secured discharging gasoline. 1247: Amphibious plane removed from ship to Naval Air Station.
1600 to 1800:
Moored as before. Underway on various courses for San Pedro. Course 325°T, 14 knots.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1806: Sighted small fishing vessel. 1825: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. 2234: Entered Los Angeles Harbor. 2250: Anchored in berth C9 in Los Angeles Harbor in 7 fathoms of water with 30 fathoms of port chain.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 290
Wind force (knots): 7
Clouds: St/Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 66
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
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26 August 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in berth C9 in Los Angeles Harbor in 7 fathoms of water with 30 fathoms of port chain.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees. 1055: Ammunition lighter YF 820 alongside. Transferring ammunition to lighter.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before. 1230: LT Harold JAMES reported on board for duty. 1300: McCLELLAN, J was placed in confinement for safe keeping by order of the Commanding Officer.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 250
Wind force (knots): 7
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
27 August 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in berth C9 in Los Angeles Harbor in 7 fathoms of water with 30 fathoms of port chain.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before. 0545: YTB 303 took YF 820 in tow from alongside.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentee HENDRICKS, E. McCLELLAN, J was released from confinement. 1030: The Captain held mast and CARTER, M, S1 was awarded a summary court-martial for conduct prejudicial to good order and discipline, disorderly conduct, and disrespect to a commissioned officer:
McCLELLAN, J was awarded loss of 5 liberties for incapacity through intoxication.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before. 1300: LT WOODKE was relieved of duties as Navigator by LT JAMES.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before. 1640 LASTER, J, STM1, reported on board in uniform, having been AOL 3 hours 40 minutes.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 250
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 69
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
28 August 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in berth C9 in Los Angeles Harbor in 7 fathoms of water with 30 fathoms of port chain. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before. 0750: HENDRICKS, E returned on board in uniform having been AOL 23 hours and 30 minutes.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees: BARKER, J; DURHAM, J; TOVEY, W; REVELES, G. 0822: Navy Yard representatives came aboard. 0826: Underway for pre-repair sea trials. 0844: Course 197°T. Various speeds and courses.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Commenced full power run. Various courses and speeds. 12.29: Completed trials. 14.04: Proceeded for fuel dock, berth 215, Los Angeles Harbor. YTB 511 standing by. 1511: All lines secured to dock. 1520: BARKER, J; DURHAM, J; and TOVEY, W returned on board AOL 8 hours and 40 minutes.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1615: Commenced discharging fuel oil.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 160
Wind force (knots): 8
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 71
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
29 August 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to Texaco fuel berth, Los Angeles Harbor.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees VEITH, A. 0900: LT JAMES departed for Naval School of Justice, Fort Hueneme, California, for 7 weeks’ duty. 0920: VEITH, A reported on board AOL 1 hour 50 minutes.
1125: LT WOODKE was detached to report to Branch Hydrographic Office, Duluth, Minnesota.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1607: Ceased discharging fuel. 1613: Underway on various courses to US Naval Shipyard. 1715: Moored at berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island, San Pedro. YTB 539 alongside.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1825: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 350
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 76
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
30 August 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro, California.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 050
Wind force (knots): 1
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 71
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
31 August 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. Chronometers wound and compared.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 040
Wind force (knots): 1
Clouds: As
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 74
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
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LOGS FOR SEPTEMBER 1947
[Title page]
List of Officers, September 1917:
G L KETCHUM, CDR, Commanding
E A McDONALD, CDR, Commanding
F L DAWLEY, LCDR, Executive Officer
L C KNOWLES, LT, Engineering Officer
L W TRACY, LT, Senior Aviator
R J LONG, LT, Aviator
H M JAMES, LT, Navigator
J W BEGLEY, LTJG, MCR, Medical Officer
C R PIERCE, LTJG, DCR, Dental Officer
J P HOPKINS, LTJG, Communication Officer
A F FERGUSON, ENS, Assistant Engineering Officer, “E” Division Officer
J W FITZPATRICK, ENS, SC, Supply and Disbursement Officer
T B WATSON, CHMACH, Assistant Engineering Officer, Damage Control
W R LAYTON, CHELEC, Assistant Engineering Officer, Electrical Officer
U E CARLSON, CHMACH, Assistant Engineering Officer
C O HILL, CHBOSN, Assistant First Lieutenant, Damage Control Officer
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1 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro, California, with 6 standard 8” mooring lines. Receiving steam, electricity, and fresh and salt water from dock facilities. Various units of the US Pacific Fleet present. SOPA, ComBatCruPac in USS HELENA (CA-65).
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0620: TAYLOR, William A, 286-94-26, CMOMM, departed for temporary shore patrol duty in Long Beach for a period of 30 days in compliance with Flt Support Officers Ltr serial 2570(S7) of 8-22-47.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0800: Quarters for muster. Absentee: YEARWOOD, D, F1, 986-93-70, USN. CDR Gerald L KETCHUM, USN, Commanding Officer, departed for temporary additional duty in compliance with CincPac confidential despatch orders 280207 of August 1947. Made daily inspection and tests of magazine and smokeless powder samples. Conditions normal.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1300: YEARWOOD, D L, F1, 986-93-70, USN, returned aboard ship in uniform, having been over leave a period of about 5 hours and 15 minutes.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
*[Note: It appears that no weather data was recorded on this date.]
2 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0545: SIMPSON, R was admitted to Naval Hospital, Long Beach, following a car accident. Diagnosis, DU (intercranial injury).
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentee: MEUNIER, M. CHMCH Thurman B WATSON was transferred to USS HELENA. MEUNIER, M reported on board in uniform AOL for 1 hour and 34 minutes.
1002: USS ABNAKI [fleet tug]* moored alongside.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. BLADH, J was transferred to US Naval Hospital, Long Beach, with an internal derangement of left knee joint.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 220
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 85
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
*[Note: Also referred to in the log as “USS Apnaki”]
3 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS ABNAKI moored alongside to port. USS ATLANTA [cruiser] present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1525: LEE, J reported aboard under guard pending court-martial proceedings. 1530: McCLELLAN, J observed AWOL [absent without leave].
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 000
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 84
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
4 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS ABNAKI moored alongside to port. USS ATLANTA present. 0415: McCLELLAN, J reported on board AOL 12 hours and 45 minutes.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. No absentees.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 76
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
5 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS ABNAKI moored alongside to port. USS ATLANTA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster. Absentees ZOLTAY, A. 1115: ZOLTAY, A reported on board in uniform AOL 3 hours and 30 minutes.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 70
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
6 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS ATLANTA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745 Muster, no absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. 0800: LTJG Charles PIERCE detached to report to USS GENERAL BUCHNER. [Sic: most likely USS General H W Butner, troopship]
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1830: Observed colors.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 220
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
7 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS ABNAKI moored alongside to port. USS ATLANTA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster, no absentees.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1315: POAGUE, L departed for treatment for gonococcus infection of the urethra.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1814: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. 2032: Commanding Officer returned aboard.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 260
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St/Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 70
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
8 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS ABNAKI moored alongside to port. USS ATLANTA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0544: Sunrise.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. Muster, no absentees.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 035
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 70
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
9 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS ABNAKI moored alongside to port. USS ATLANTA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, no absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1814: Sunset. Colors.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 74
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
10 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS ABNAKI moored alongside to port. USS ATLANTA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, no absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. 1000: The Commanding Officer returned aboard from temporary duty and resumed command. KRUEGER, H, F1 MOMM, and GIOVANETTI, J, S2, reported aboard for duty.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1814: Sunset. RUMMAGE, L, QM3, reported aboard for duty from hospital.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 70
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
11 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS ABNAKI moored alongside to port. USS ATLANTA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, no absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1810: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 300
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St/Ns
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 70
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
12 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS ABNAKI moored alongside to port. USS ATLANTA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, no absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Inspections. 1035: The Captain held mast and awarded CARTER, M 2 weeks’ restriction for disrespect to a senior officer.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1430: The Supply Officer came aboard with $50,000. 1510: ZIMMERMAN, M was transferred to Receiving Station for separation. 1525: The Captain left the ship.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1801: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 300
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
13 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS ABNAKI moored alongside to port. USS ATLANTA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, no absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 180
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
14 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS ATLANTA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster, no absentees.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 190
Wind force (knots): 5
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 73
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
15 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS ABNAKI moored alongside to port. USS ATLANTA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster. Absentee: CARLSON, E, EM3.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0825: USS ABNAKI got underway from alongside.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1600: LTJG HOPKINS left for duty with shore patrol, Long Beach, San Pedro area.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 150
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 78
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
16 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS ATLANTA present. 0435: CARLSON, E returned on board by shore patrol, AOL 22 hours.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0810: Captain returned on board.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1630: SIMPSON, R returned on board for duty. 1800: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 190
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 69
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
17 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS ATLANTA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, no absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0800: Colors. 0825: Captain returned on board.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1250: PHILO, R, transferred to Receiving Station, Norfolk, Virginia.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 230
Wind force (knots): 5
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 69
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
18 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS ATLANTA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, no absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0800: Dressed ship in honor of Chilean Independence Day*. Chilean frigate IQUIQUE present. 1030: The Commanding Officer held mast in the case of WOOD, R; SENECA, R; and McKANE, R, for disturbing the peace and breaking a window while on liberty. Sentence: warning.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. Fire alarm on USS ATLANTA.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. Electric power cable to dock fouled and shorted out.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 000
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: As
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 74
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
*[Note: This appears to have been a tradition between the two navies. See U.S. and Chile: Strengthening Ties, Celebrating Independence.]
19 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS ATLANTA and Chilean frigate IQUIQUE present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, no absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 220
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 74
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
20 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS ATLANTA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, absentees KELLY, W and DURHAM, J.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1300: Holiday routine.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1625: KELLY, W reported on board in uniform AOL 9 hours and 40 minutes.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 330
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St/Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 74
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
21 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS ATLANTA and Chilean frigate IQUIQUE present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster, absentee DURHAM, J. CHMACH U E COLSON, USN, reported on board for duty.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 175
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St/Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 72
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
22 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS ATLANTA present. 0210: DURHAM, J reported on board in uniform 42 hours and 10 minutes AOL.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster, no absentees. 0915: Mustered crew on flight deck for leaving command. 0930: CDR G L KETCHUM was from this date relieved of command of this vessel by LCDR F L DAWLEY and was detached.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1300: A Board of Investigation, LCDR F L DAWLEY senior member, was convened by order of L PAGONNET, Captain, USN, Commander Service Squadron 1, to inquire into the death of Angelo Andrew GRANTA, S1, and Denver Eugene WILLIAMS, S1, and the serious injury of Jack David WARD, S1. 1400: The board adjourned to meet again at 0900 on 25 September 1947.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 150
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St/Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 75
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
23 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS ATLANTA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0800: Muster, absentee LYONS, M.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0915: The Commanding Officer, accompanied by LT KNOWLES and CHBOSN C HILL, assisted in the change of command inspection on board USS ABNAKI.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 180
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 84
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
24 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS ATLANTA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0800: Muster. Absentees LYONS, M; PRUNERI, A.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1610: LYONS, M returned on board AOL 32 hours.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 100
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 84
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
25 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS IOWA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0800: Muster. Absentees PRUNERI, A; LEE, J.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0845: LEE, J returned on board AOL 1 hour. 0925: A Board of Investigation, LCDR DAWLEY senior member, convened on board. 0955: The board adjourned to the scene of the accident. 1115: The board reconvened on board. 1125: The board recessed until 1300.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1310: The board reconvened on board. 1400: The board adjourned until 0900 on September 27 1947. 1500: The Captain held mast and awarded a deck court to LYONS, M for being AOL 32 hours and 25 minutes.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1750: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 77
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
26 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS IOWA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0545: Sunrise. 0745: Muster. Absentee PRUNERI, A.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0800: Colors. 0820: A deck court, LCDR DAWLEY senior member, convened on board to try the case of LYONS. M for being AOL 23 hours and 25 minutes. The court adjourned at 0830.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1225: Held quarters for the reading of commendation for JOHNSON, R, CBM. 1300: The findings of the deck court, LCDR DAWLEY senior member, in the case of LYONS, M, were that he should be confined to the limits of the ship for 20 days and lose $60 of his pay. Approved by the Commanding Officer.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 150
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 77
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
27 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS IOWA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster. No absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0900: A Board of Investigation, LCDR DAWLEY senior member, convened on board. 1030: The board recessed.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1300: The Board of Investigation, LCDR DAWLEY senior member, convened on board. 1430: The board adjourned.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 73
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
28 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS LOS ANGELES [heavy cruiser] present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster. No absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): 5
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 72
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
29 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 22½, pier 2, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS LOS ANGELES present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster. No absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0911: Tug YTB 509 moored to port quarter. Pilot J W HOME came aboard. 0915: Tug YTB 511 moored to port bow. 0944: Underway from berth to drydock.1000: Pilot left ship. 1010: Moored in drydock.
1025: USS MONSSEN [destroyer] entered drydock No 2 astern. 1037: YOS 26 entered drydock. 1112: Commenced pumping water from drydock.
1200 to 1600:
In drydock as before. 1300: SISKA, A transferred to Receiving Station for discharge.
1600 to 2000:
In drydock as before. 1945: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
In drydock as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 178
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 70
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
30 September 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Resting on blocks in drydock, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS LOS ANGELES present.
0400 to 0800:
In drydock as before. 0745: Muster. No absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Resting on blocks as before. 0900: A Board of Investigation, LCDR DAWLEY senior member, to investigate the deaths of two Seamen and serious injury of another, convened on board.
0930: The Captain held mast for PRUNERI, A, AOL for 2 days 20 hours. Punishment: loss of liberty for 30 days.
1200 to 1600:
In drydock as before. 1215: The Board of Investigation, LCDR DAWLEY senior member, recessed. 1248: GENHO, R reported aboard 48 minutes AOL. 1300: The Board of Investigation, LCDR DAWLEY senior member, reconvened. 1350: DELORETO, E and GENHO, R were transferred to the Receiving Station for discharge from the US Navy. 1500: BRAUN, R received lacerations over the left eye in an accident.
1600 to 2000:
In drydock as before. 1900: The Board of Investigation, LCDR DAWLEY senior member, adjourned to await the further action of the convening authority.
2000 to 2400:
In drydock as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 150
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 70
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
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LOGS FOR OCTOBER 1947
[Title page]
List of Officers, October 1947:
E A McDONALD, CDR, Commanding
F L DAWLEY, LCDR, Executive Officer
R A MIDDLETON, LCDR DC, Dental Officer
DA BENDINELLI, LT, First Lieutenant, Gunnery Officer
L C KNOWLES, LT, Engineering Officer
L W TRACY, LT, Aviator
R J LONG, LT, Aviator
H M JAMES, LT, Navigator
J W BEGLEY, LTJG, MCR, Medical Officer
J P HOPKINS, LTJG, Communication Officer
A F FERGUSON, ENS, Assistant Engineering Officer
J W FITZPATRICK, ENS, SC, Supply Officer
R W HAUPT, ENS, Assistant Communication Officer
W R LAYTON, CHELEC, Electrical Officer
U E CARLSON, CHMACH, Damage Control Officer, “E” Division Officer
C O HILL, CHBOSN, Assistant First Lieutenant
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1 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Drydocked in forward position of drydock 2, Terminal Island Naval Shipyard, San Pedro, California. Receiving fresh and salt water, compressed air, steam, electricity, and telephone services from the dock. SOPA in USS LOS ANGELES (CA 135).
0400 to 0800:
Drydocked as before. 0745: Mustered crew at quarters. Absentees: PRICE, B, S2, 567-93-57, USN, AOL since 0800, 9-3047; TANT, Herbert A, S2, 790-25-58, USN, AOL since 0800, 9-30-47; and CLARK, James W, F1, 209-62-96, USN.
0800 to 1200:
Drydocked as before. 1030: Pursuant to Fleet Support Officer’s letter, serial 2570(57) dated 22 August 1947, TAYLOR, William A, CMOMM, 286-94-26, USN, returned from duty on shore patrol. 1030: CDR Edwin A McDONALD, USN, made an inspection of the ship preparatory to relieving LCDR F L DAWLEY, USN, of command. 1135: Pursuant to BiPers letter Pers 6633e&d/MM 286-94-26, dated 3 September 1947, TAYLOR, William A, 286-94-26, CMOMM, USN, was transferred to the US Naval Receiving Station, Terminal Island, California, for further transfer to the Fleet Reserve.
1200 to 1600:
Drydocked as before. 1445: Assembled the crew at quarters for change of command ceremonies at which CDR Edwin A McDONALD, USN, relieved LCDR F L DAWLEY, USN, as Commanding Officer.
1600 to 2000:
Drydocked as before.
2000 to 2400:
Drydocked as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 190
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
2 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Resting on blocks in drydock, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS LOS ANGELES present.
0400 to 0800:
In drydock as before. 0745: Muster. Absentees PRICE, B; TANT, H; and CLARK, J.
0800 to 1200:
Resting on blocks as before. 0915: LT D BENDINELLI reported on board for duty.
1200 to 1600:
Resting on blocks as before.
1600 to 2000:
Resting on blocks as before.
2000 to 2400:
Resting on blocks as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 300
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Ac
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
3 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Resting on blocks in drydock, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS LOS ANGELES present.
0400 to 0800:
In drydock as before. 0745: Muster. Absentee: PRICE, B.
0800 to 1200:
Resting on blocks as before. 0820: SCHAUVLIEGE, C and MIROVSKY, R were transferred to the Receiving Station prior to separation from the US Navy.
1200 to 1600:
Resting on blocks as before. 1253: Called away fire and rescue party. YMTF 790 afire. Fire quickly extinguished.
1600 to 2000:
Resting on blocks as before. 1740: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Resting on blocks as before. PRICE, B returned on board 3 days 10 hours AOL.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
4 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Resting on blocks in drydock, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS LOS ANGELES present.
0400 to 0800:
In drydock as before. 0645: Sunrise. 0630: DURHAM, J, missing from prisoner-at-large muster despite search of the ship. 0745: DURHAM, J absent without leave.
0800 to 1200:
Resting on blocks as before.
1200 to 1600:
Resting on blocks as before.
1600 to 2000:
Resting on blocks as before.
2000 to 2400:
Resting on blocks as before. 2130: LEE, J missing from ship despite thorough search.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 250
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
5 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Resting on blocks in drydock, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS LOS ANGELES present.
0400 to 0800:
In drydock as before.
0800 to 1200:
Resting on blocks as before. 0800: Colors. Muster, no absentees. 1000: LEE, J, awaiting court-martial, placed in brig for safe keeping. Medical examination held.
1200 to 1600:
Resting on blocks as before.
1600 to 2000:
Resting on blocks as before. 1733: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Resting on blocks as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 270
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
6 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Resting on blocks in drydock, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS LOS ANGELES present.
0400 to 0800:
In drydock as before. 0551: Sunrise. 0745: Colors. Muster, no absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Resting on blocks as before. Navy Yard workmen came aboard. WALKER, E, CK1C, reported on board for duty. 1000: The Commanding Officer held mast and awarded PRICE, B, AOL 3 days, summary court-martial.
1200 to 1600:
Resting on blocks as before.
1600 to 2000:
Resting on blocks as before.
2000 to 2400:
Resting on blocks as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 260
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
7 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Resting on blocks in drydock, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS LOS ANGELES present.
0400 to 0800:
In drydock as before. 0745: Colors. Muster, no absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Resting on blocks as before. 1030: Summary court-martial, LT BENDINELLI senior member, met in the case of PRICE, B. Court adjourned at 1115 to await the action of the convening authority. 1120: The following men reported for duty: COYKENDALL, L, CCS; SINGLETON, H, STM1; TANIS, A , SM2; KENNEDY, D, S1; KAPPIER, G, S1; HARKINS, J, S1; CARTLIDGE, L, S1; BRIGGS, K, S1; and BERKLEY, J, S1.
1200 to 1600:
Resting on blocks as before.
1600 to 2000:
Resting on blocks as before. 1725: LEE, J was placed in the brig for safe keeping while awaiting court-martial.
2000 to 2400:
Resting on blocks as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 220
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 74
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
8 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Resting on blocks in drydock, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS LOS ANGELES present.
0400 to 0800:
In drydock as before. 0745: Colors. Muster, no absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Resting on blocks as before.
1200 to 1600:
Resting on blocks as before.
1600 to 2000:
Resting on blocks as before.
2000 to 2400:
Resting on blocks as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 220
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 74
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
9 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Resting on blocks in drydock, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
In drydock as before. 0550: Sunrise. 0745: Colors. Muster, absentee McCLELLAN, J.
0800 to 1200:
Resting on blocks as before. 1025: BROWN, C was transferred to the Receiving Station prior to separation from the US Navy. 1030: ENS A FERGUSON, recorder of summary court-martial board, served a copy of specifications on DURHAM, J.
1200 to 1600:
Resting on blocks as before.
1600 to 2000:
Resting on blocks as before.
2000 to 2400:
Resting on blocks as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 320
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 70
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
10 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Resting on blocks in drydock, US Naval Shipyard, San Pedro. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
In drydock as before.0700: Prepared to leave drydock. 0745: Colors. Muster, absentee McCLELLAN, J.
0800 to 1200:
Resting on blocks as before. 0824: Commenced flooding dock. 1140: Ship waterborne. YTB 509 alongside to move ship to berth. 1258: Moored port side to USS HORACE A BASS [high-speed transport] in berth 21, US Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island, California.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1447: FINLEY, J, MOMM2, reported aboard for duty. 1510: Summary court-martial, LT BENDINELLI senior member, met in the case of DURHAM, J. Court adjourned at 1535 to await the action of the convening authority.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1830: McCLELLAN, J reported aboard in uniform having been AOL since 0745, 9 October.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
11 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS HORACE A BASS in berth 21, US Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Colors. Muster, no absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0940: TANT, H returned AOL from this command since 30 September 1947. TANT reported in at Naval Training Centre, Memphis, Tennessee, where he was transferred for disciplinary action.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 190
Wind force (knots): 5
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
12 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS HORACE A BASS in berth 21, US Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. Security inspection.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster, no absentees. The following men were transferred from USS EDISTO for duty: CARTER, J, STM1; STERLING, E, STM1; ANDERSON, A, STM2.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 130
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
13 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS HORACE A BASS in berth 21, US Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, absentee SWEARNGIN, J.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 1010: SWEARNGIN, J returned aboard from 12 days’ leave 21 hours and 10 minutes AOL.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. The Captain held mast and awarded McCLELLAN, J a deck court. TANT, H awarded 10 days’ restriction.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 182
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: Sc/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
14 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS HORACE A BASS in berth 21, US Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0600: Sunrise. 0745: Muster, no absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0828: A deck court, LCDR DAWLEY senior member, met in the case of McCLELLAN, J. The court adjourned at 0835.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 190
Wind force (knots): 5
Clouds:
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 74
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
15 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS HORACE A BASS in berth 21, US Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0700: Underway shifting berths. 0746: Moored port side to USS HORACE A BASS in berth 22, US Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0815: Muster, no absentees.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1400: LEE, J was transferred under guard to Receiving Station, San Diego, to await trial by general court-martial.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: High Cs
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 70
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
16 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS HORACE A BASS in berth 21½, US Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, no absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. LT HOPKINS returned from duty with shore patrol, Long Beach. 1020: The Captain called officially on the Captain of the USS JASON [repair ship]. 1035: Open lighter moored alongside.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 280
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: St/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 64
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
17 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS HORACE A BASS in berth 21½, US Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, no absentees. Published the findings and sentence in the case of PRICE, B. Sentence: confined to the limits of the ship for 20 days and loss of pay of $78.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1335: SAVILLE, C, ETM2, reported on board from USS EDISTO for duty. JOHNSON, A, CQM, reported on board for duty from USS JASON.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1720: Sunset.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 140
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
18 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS HORACE A BASS in berth 21½, US Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, no absentees. Published the findings and sentence in the case of DURHAM, J. Sentence: confined to the limits of the ship for 15 days and loss of pay of $40.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
19 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS HORACE A BASS in berth 21½, US Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, no absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. OSTOICH, W was this day transferred to US Naval Hospital, Long Beach.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
20 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS HORACE A BASS in berth 21½, US Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, no absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. RUMMAGE, L left the ship for temporary additional duty at the Fleet Training School, San Pedro. 1138: McGUIRE, J, RDM1, reported on board for duty. He reported in civilian clothes having been AOL since 0800. PASSMORE, C, RM2, reported for duty.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 130
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
21 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS HORACE A BASS in berth 21½, US Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, no absentees. LT TRACY was detached from this vessel and ordered to duty on board the USS EDISTO.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0850: The Captain, Communications Officer, Assistant Engineering Officer, Chief Boatswain and representatives from the medical and supply departments left to conduct a military inspection on YO-48. 1105: Returned.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1205: ENS Richard HAUPT reported on board from USS SALISBURY SOUND [seaplane tender].1225: YW-70 moored alongside until 1510.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 220
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St/Cs
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 69
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
22 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS HORACE A BASS in berth 21½, US Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, no absentees. The Captain left for USS JASON in connection with damage control problems.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 1027: RICHARDS, C, S2, reported on board for duty.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1428: CULPEPPER, R, STM1, reported on board for duty AOL 5 hours and 30 minutes.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 280
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 69
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
23 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS HORACE A BASS in berth 21½, US Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, no absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0831: YTB 509 moored alongside to assist maneuvering. 0837: Underway from berth to anchorage. 0912: Anchored in berth L5, Los Angeles Harbor, in 9 fathoms with 50 fathoms of starboard chain.
0918: Testing main propulsion plant at various speeds and courses.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before. 1553: Underway shifting anchorages to berth E5.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. Anchored in berth E5, Los Angeles Harbor, in 5.5 fathoms with 30 fathoms of starboard chain.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 180
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: St/Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
24 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in berth E5, Los Angeles Harbor, in 5.5 fathoms with 30 fathoms of starboard chain. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before. Prepared to get underway.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Muster, no absentees. 0833: Got Underway. Underway from berth E5 to commence four-hour full power trial at sea in area PP. 0900: Passed through breakwater on course 180°T. Passed Los Angeles bell light buoy abeam to port, 50 yards. 0912: Stopped. Laying to, making adjustments to engineering plant.1012: Resumed course, speed 5 knots. 1027: Changed course to 252°T. 1056: Reached full speed, 16 knots.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 12.00: Changed course to 070°T. 1510: Changed course to 051°T 1521: Maneuvering on various courses and speeds to conform to the Los Angeles Channel. 1554: Tug YTB 539 alongside. 1551: Pilot S THORGENSEN came aboard. 1552: Underway.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1624: Moored starboard side to USS HORACE A BASS, berth 21½, pier 2, Terminal Island Naval Shipyard. 1629: Pilot disembarked. Cast off tug YTB 539.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 020
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: St/Sc + fog.
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
25 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS HORACE A BASS in berth 21½, US Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. Muster, absentees: DUNN, J and BRYAN, H.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0948: DUNN, J returned aboard in uniform with endorsements on his leave papers from US Naval Hospital, Corona, expanding his leave to 0800, October 28.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 080
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St/As.
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 65
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
26 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS HORACE A BASS in berth 21½, US Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0615: O’CONNOR, J, PHOM1, reported on board for duty.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster, no absentees. PINSON, J, CCK, reported on board for duty.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1620: BRAY, C, S1, reported aboard for duty. 1955: POAGUE, L reported aboard from 20 days’ leave AOL 7 hours and 55 minutes.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. 2300: BRYAN, H reported aboard from 10 days’ leave, AOL for 41 hours.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 180
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: St.
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
27 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS HORACE A BASS in berth 21½, US Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, absentee LE BLANC, D; STEINBERG, R; and LUCAS, E.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0901: USS JOHN A BOLE [destroyer] underway from pier No 1. 0903: CONSELYEA, H was admitted to sick list. 1043: LE BLANC, D, and STEINBERG, R reported on board AOL 2 hours and 58 minutes.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1446: CONSELYEA, H was transferred to Naval Hospital, Long Beach. 1554: McCLELLAN, J returned from Naval Hospital.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Overall ship inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 220
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
28 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to USS HORACE A BASS in berth 21½, US Naval Shipyard, Terminal Island. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, absentee STOGNER, L, S1.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0815: STOGNER, L returned on board AOL since 0745. 0900: YTB 539 and Crowley Co tug No 7 alongside to assist in moving berth. 0925: USS HORACE A BASS got underway. 0945: Moored starboard side to berth 21½. Tugs got underway from alongside.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. USS CROWNBLOCK [fleet oiler] moored alongside to port.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): Variable
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 66
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
29 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 21½, pier 2, Terminal Island. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, no absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0915: JOICE, A lacerated fingers in right hand and was treated.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. CARLSON, E lacerated his wrist. 1432: BRUNER, J, CSK, reported aboard for duty. 1500: POAGUE, L, and COLSON, W were transferred to US Naval Hospital, Long Beach.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1620: WARREN, E, STM3, reported on board from USS SAN MARCOS [dock landing ship] for duty. ENS J FITZPATRICK reported aboard from 25 days’ leave.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 250
Wind force (knots): 5
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 66
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
30 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 21½, pier 2, Terminal Island. USS CROWNBLOCK moored alongside to port. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, no absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Security inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 190
Wind force (knots): 5
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 66
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
31 October 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 21½, pier 2, Terminal Island. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster, absentee: DUARTE, B.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0915: DUARTE, B reported on board AOL since 0730. 0950: TEST, W reported on board from 30 days’ temporary shore patrol duty.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1835: JOHNSON, A and shore patrol left ship for temporary duty in Long Beach.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 120
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 69
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
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LOGS FOR NOVEMBER 1947
[Title page]
List of Officers, November 1947:
E A McDONALD, CDR, Commanding
F L DAWLEY, LCDR, Executive Officer
R A MIDDLETON, LCDR DC, Dental Officer
D A BENDINELLI LT, First Lieutenant, Gunnery Officer
L C KNOWLES, LT, Engineering Officer
R J LONG, LT, Aviator
H M JAMES, LT, Navigator
J W BEGLEY, LTJG, MCR, Medical Officer
J P HOPKINS, LTJG, Communication Officer
R J SADLER, LTJG, TAD, UDT
L O SMITH, LTJG, TAD, UDT
L O YAUSSY, LTJG MCR, Medical Officer
A F FERGUSON, ENS, Assistant Engineering Officer
J W FITZPATRICK, ENS SC, Supply Officer
R W HAUPT, ENS, Assistant Communication Officer
K J SCHMITZ, CHBOSN, Assistant First Lieutenant
W R LAYTON, CHELEC, Electrical Officer
U E CARLSON, CHMACH, Damage Control Officer, “E” Division Officer
C O HILL, CHBOSN, Assistant First Lieutenant
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1 November 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to pier 2, berth 21½, Terminal Island Naval Shipyard, San Pedro, California, with six standard 8” manila mooring lines. Receiving fresh and salt water, steam, electricity and telephone services from the dock. Ships present: various units of the US Pacific Fleet. SOPA, ComBatCruPac in USS HELENA (CA-75). 0245: JOHNSON, A, CQM, reported aboard with shore patrol, having completed temporary shore patrol duty in Long Beach, California.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Held quarters for muster with following absentees: STOGNER, L B, S1; CLARK, R T, SF2; HILTON, A L, MOMM3; BRADFORD, V O; DUNN, J V; GLYNN, A J, SF3; and KROTH, F C, S1.
0800 to 1200:
0810: CLARK, R T, SF2, USN, returned aboard absent over leave since 0745, 1 November 1947. 0905: HILTON, W L, MOMM3, USN, returned absent over leave since 0745, 1 November 1947. 0945: KROTH, E C, S1, USN, returned aboard absent over leave since 0745, 1 November 1947. 1105: GLYNN, A J, S1, USN, returned absent over leave since 0745, 1 November 1947. 1110: Pursuant to BuPers dispatch No 101607 of October 1947, LCDR R A MIDDLETON, DC, 130834, USN, reported for duty on board this vessel.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. Made security inspections; conditions normal.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. Made security inspections; conditions normal.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 300
Wind force (knots): 5
Clouds: St/Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 67
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
2 November 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 21½, pier 2, Terminal Island. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster, absentees: DUNN, J, and STOGNER, L.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1700: Sunset. ROSS, V was transferred to US Naval Hospital, Long Beach
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 230
Wind force (knots): 6
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 61
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
3 November 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 21½, pier 2, Terminal Island. USS CROWNBLOCK alongside to port. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0723: Pilot OUELAND came aboard. 0750: YO-48 underway from alongside. 0745: STOGNER, L returned aboard 2 days AOL. 0755: YTB-539 assisting on port bow.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0806: Underway from Terminal Island Naval Shipyard to berth 215, San Pedro. 0843: Muster, absentees: GAGNER, L; DUNN, J; SMITH, J; BEAUMONT, F; ROSS, V; CARTLIDGE, L; and TEST, W.
0911: Moored port side to Hancock Oil Dock. 0950: Commenced taking in fuel oil.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. GAGNER, L returned aboard via shore patrol, AOL since 0730. BOSNER, P, PHOM3, reported on board for duty. 1415: ENS HAUPT and ammunition working party returned to ship.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1922: Completed receiving fuel oil; received 562,464 gallons.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 260
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 66
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
4 November 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored port side to Hancock Oil Dock, San Pedro.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0745: Muster; absentees: SMITH, J; LYONS, M; DUNN, J; CARTLIDGE, L; and TEST, W.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0828: Underway from berth 215 to berth 86. 1044: Commenced taking on aviation gasoline.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1214: Completed taking on aviation gasoline; received 5,024 gallons. 1305: Anchored in berth King 4, San Pedro Harbor, in 6 fathoms with 30 fathoms of starboard chain. Ammunition lighter AFN-946 alongside. The following men were transferred to USS JASON for duty: HARPER, T; DUARTE, B; ELKINS, W; FUSSY, R; PAPURT, A; KING, W; McCARTHY, R; MUMPOWER, W; HORGAN, G; HAGEN, E; PRICE, B; PRUNERI, A; BROOKS, C.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before. 1850: COX, H, RM3, reported aboard from duty at Fleet Support Base, San Pedro.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 66
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
5 November 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in berth King 4, San Pedro Harbor. Bearings: Hotel Villa Riviera 342.5°T, East breakwater light 245°T, Seal Beach Stack 074°T. USS HELENA present. LYONS, M reported on board AOL since 0730, 4 November.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. 0930: Muster, absentees: SMITH, J; DUNN, J; CARTLIDGE, L. Received the following ammunition from YFN-746: [followed by detailed list of ammunition].
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before. 1245: Commenced trials on main engines. 1320: MEUNIER, M was transferred to Receiving Station prior to discharge. 1408: Got underway to shift berth. 1444: Anchored in berth Easy 5, San Pedro Harbor, San Pedro.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before. PERRY, O, CETM, reported aboard for duty.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before. Security inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): Variable
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 62
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
6 November 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in berth E5, San Pedro Harbor. Bearings of anchorage: Hotel tower 051°T, Breakwater light 337°T, East light 021°T. USS HELENA present.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Muster, absentees: SMITH, J; DUNN, J. 0823: Anchor aweigh, underway from berth E5, San Pedro. Equipment testing. 1015: Anchored in berth E5, San Pedro Harbor.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before. The Captain held mast and awarded the following: STOGNER, L, 10 days’ restriction. WEBB, J was transferred to USS AO107 [oiler]. CASEY, R and McGUIRE, J were transferred to Receiving Station.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before. ZIZZI, D, CAERM, reported aboard for duty with CTF-39 staff.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 62
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
7 November 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in berth E5, San Pedro Harbor. USS ASTORIA [light cruiser] present. 0130: SMITH, J reported on board in uniform AOL 3 days, 16 hours and 45 minutes.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Muster, absentees: DUNN, J; CARTLIDGE, H. 0900: The following men reported for duty from the USS JASON: WATSON, H, CMOMM; BOOTH, D, S2; CHAFFIN, R, F1; CHESLEY, M, EM3; DAWLEY, L, F1; ESLINGER, J, F1; FIFER, C, RDM2; GRIFFEN, M, MOMM3; GUNTHRIE, G, S1; HASKELL, W, F2; HIGGINS, T, S1; JEFFERSON, D, F2; JONES, L, S2; KOENIG, E, ETM3; KOMPST, A, S1; LIOSI, F, EM2; MANZI, M, F1; NEARHOUSE, C, F2; POLLARD, D, S2; PUGH, G, S1; RICH, L, RDM3; SHANKLIN, R, MOMM3; SHARP, G, S1; SONNENBERG, R, F1; TEAL, D, S1; RADISHOFKI, R, F2. 1100: The following men reported aboard for duty: GRANT, L, BKR1; HOLMES, J, Y3; JOHNSON, G, RM2; RUPP, R [?], RM3.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before. 1345: LCDR Frederick G ROBINSON, USN, reported aboard for duty.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before. 1845: DVORAK, A, GM3; APPLEGATE, K, EM1; and REIMAN, W, SC3 reported for duty.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 260
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 64
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
8 November 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in berth E5, San Pedro Harbor. USS ASTORIA present.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Muster; absentee: SOARES, D. Captain’s inspection.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before. 1215: The following men reported aboard having been AOL: DUNN, J; SOARES, D.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before. 1640: CARTLIDGE, H returned to the ship AOL since 0800, 2 November.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 230
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: St/Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 62
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
9 November 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in berth E5, San Pedro Harbor. USS ASTORIA present.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Muster; no absentees.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before. 1437: Sergeant E B HATCH, USMC, reported aboard for temporary duty with staff in CTF-39.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before. Security inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St/Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 62
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
10 November 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in berth E5, San Pedro Harbor. USS ASTORIA present. 0320: Corporal W REIST, USMC, reported aboard for temporary additional duty in connection with CTF-39.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before. SACK, N F, PHOM2, reported aboard for duty with staff in CTF-39
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Muster; no absentees. FRANZEN, R C, CSKA; LT C HERRING; and NUNN, F, AERM1 reported aboard for duty with CTF-39.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before. 1300: The Captain held mast and awarded DUNN, J a deck court; SMITH, J 10 days’ restriction; and CARTLIDGE, L, a deck court. 1345: LTJG R J THOMAS, SDO, reported aboard for duty with CTF-39 staff. 1355: The following men were transferred to the USS JASON: BEAUMONT, D; CARTER, M; CHAPPELL, L; FRAMBES, G; GIOVANETTI, J; HUNSUCKER, J; JOICE, A; KIRKPATRICK, R; PATSEY, J; RETTEW, J; SIMS, C; THOMAS, R; FEGER, G; BALOG, M; SWINSON, J; SMITH, J.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before. LT L YAUSSY reported aboard from hospital. LONG, M, ETM2, and LORRABES, E, RM3, reported aboard for CTF-39 duty.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before. Security inspection.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 300
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St/Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 65
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
11 November 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in berth E5, San Pedro Harbor. USS ASTORIA present.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before. BAIRD, C, CRM, reported aboard for CTF-39 staff duty.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Muster; no absentees. FRANZER, H, CSK; LT HERRING; and NUNN, F reported aboard for duty with CTF-39.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 160
Wind force (knots): 2
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 65
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
12 November 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in berth E5, San Pedro Harbor. USS ASTORIA present.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Muster; absentee: HOOD, H, AOM3. 0850: A deck court, LT HAWLEY senior member, was held to hear the case of CARTLIDGE, L and DUNN, J and adjourned at 0905. 1150: SCOTT, R D, CBM, and HAYHURST, C, ETM1, reported on board for duty.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before. 1230: Held general quarters.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before. 1605: Mr J H ROSCOE (civilian) reported on board for duty with staff in accordance with US Naval Photographic Center letter of 31 October 1947. 1945: HOOD, H reported on board AOL from 11 November.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): Variable
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 59
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
13 November 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in berth E5, San Pedro Harbor. USS ASTORIA present.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Muster; absentee: GUNTHRIE, G.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before. 1203: The findings and sentences of the deck court in the case against DUNN, J were published: guilty, to be confined for 20 days and lose $60 pay; in the case against CARTLIDGE, L: guilty, to be confined for 10 days and to lose $30 pay. GUNTHRIE, G returned aboard AOL since 0745. 1545: Mr RICHARD HALL, Hydrographic Office, reported on board for temporary additional duty in connection with the 2nd Antarctic Development Project.*
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before. The following men reported for duty: DAMRON, C, RM3; KAHOUN, W, EM3.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 260
Wind force (knots): Variable
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 60
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
[* Note: CTF-39 was the Navy designation for the 2nd Antarctic Development Project, led by Commander Ketchum. See Second (1948) US Navy Antarctic Development Project on JSTOR for a report on the progress of the Task Force.]
14 November 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in berth E5, San Pedro Harbor. USS ASTORIA present.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before. 0730: LT BEGLEY was detached to report for duty at Naval Hospital, Corona.
0800 to 1200:
Anchored as before. Muster; no absentees. Commander G L KETCHUM raised his pennant on board command. 0900: Personnel inspection. KILOY, A, CPHOM, reported on board for duty with CTF-39 staff.
1200 to 1600:
Anchored as before. 1301: Underway from berth E5, shifting berths. 1338: Moored starboard side to berth 57, US Naval Supply Depot, San Pedro. 1515: RAMSAY, W, Y3, reported on board for duty with CTF-39 staff.
COLLINS, E, Y2, and SLOAN, F, BM1, enlisted on board.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1610: OMELCHUCK, J, RDM3; COONEY, H, CMCBS2; MANCHESTER, R, EM1; GILL, H, ETM3; and POTYM, L, RM2, reported on board for duty from Receiving Station, San Francisco. 1700: LT C O’BRIAN and LCDR P FRAZIER reported on board for duty with CTF-39 staff. 1905: CONSELYEA, H, COX, returned aboard for duty from Naval Hospital, Long Beach.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 130
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St/Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 60
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
15 November 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 57, US Naval Supply Depot, San Pedro. USS ASTORIA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0725: HILDEBRAND, J, AERM1, reported on board for temporary additional duty with CTF-39 staff.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster; absentees: HART, F and LUCAS, E. 0920: The Disbursing Officer paid the crew their semi-monthly money. GILLETTE, W was transferred to Naval School of Electronics, San Francisco, for a course in electronics.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1205: MAYNARD, A, CSSMB, reported on board for duty.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. 1700 [sic]: ENS R WERIEIN and at 1930 ENS C MALLORY reported on board for duty with staff.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 58
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
16 November 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 57, US Naval Supply Depot, San Pedro. USS ASTORIA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster; absentee: DURHAM, J.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1233: LT M PETERSON reported on board for duty with staff. LAURIE, W, GM1, reported on board for duty.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. 2015: TAYLOR, R, CQM, reported on board for duty with staff. CHBOSN K SCHMITZ, CHBOSN, reported on board for duty.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 58
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
17 November 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 57, US Naval Supply Depot, San Pedro. USS ASTORIA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. 0700: ZAK, R, CY, and McNAIR, R, CQM, reported on board for duty with staff.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster; absentees: DURHAM, J; HART, F; BEDELLA, E; LUCAS, E; DUNN, J. 1020: LCDR Charles BROWNING reported aboard for duty in Task Force 39. RUSH, V, CGM, reported aboard for duty.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1345: KELAVERKAMP, R, S2, and Mr Earl T APFEL reported on board in connection with CTF-39. BEAL, P, PhM1, reported on board for duty.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. The following men reported aboard for temporary additional duty in connection with demolition works: LTJG R SADLER [followed by a list of 10 men].
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. 2140: CAPTAIN Vernon BOYD, USMC, reported on board for temporary additional duty with CTF-39 staff.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 270
Wind force (knots): 4
Clouds: St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 64
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
18 November 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 57, US Naval Supply Depot, San Pedro. USS ASTORIA present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster; absentees: KOMPST, A, S1; POLLARD, D, S2; O’NEAL, D. 0946: LUCAS, E reported aboard in uniform, AOL since 15 November. Loading material and cargo for Antarctic Development Project.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. LOSEY, H, GM2; BRYANT, JS2; and LTJG Lewis SMITH reported on board for temporary additional duty.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1655: HOUSE, B, CEM, and HUSTON, L, EM2, reported on board for transportation to USS EDISTO at Samoa. 1740: O’NEAL, D reported aboard in uniform, AOL 10 hours.
2000 to 2400:
Moored as before. 2007: WARD, R, AETM1, reported on board for duty.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 315
Wind force (knots): 6
Clouds: St/As
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 59
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
19 November 1947
At San Pedro Bay, California
Lat 33.72, Long -118.24
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to berth 57, US Naval Supply Depot, San Pedro. USS ASTORIA present. CTF-39 in USS BURTON ISLAND.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster; absentees: HART, F; POLLARD, D; O’NEAL, D; DUNN, J; BEDELLA, E. 0835: DAVIDSON, H, PHM1, was transferred to the USS JASON for duty. 0900: SMITH, J, CBM, was transferred to the USS YUMA [YOMA in log] [fleet tug] at San Diego for duty.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1203: ROMBERGER, K, RM1, reported aboard for duty. 1230: BRUNER, J was transferred to Naval Hospital, Long Beach. HILL, C, CHBOSN, returned on board for duty. 1325: HART, F returned aboard, AOL 4 days 4 hours. HOLMES, J, Y3, was transferred to USS EPCET 755 [probably LST-755] for duty. 1425: SLOAN, F, BM1, was transferred to Naval Hospital, Long Beach.1520: Underway on various courses and speeds from berth 57, USNSD, San Pedro, to berth W-3 on the harbor. 1600: Anchored in Outer Harbor, Terminal Island, in berth W-3.
1600 to 2000:
Anchored as before in 9 fathoms with 45 fathoms of starboard chain.
2000 to 2400:
Anchored as before. 2145: The following men reported for transportation to USS EDISTO: [followed by a list of 5 men].
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 200
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: As/Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 62
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
20 November 1947
At San Pedro and en route to Antarctica via Samoa
Lat 33.32, Long -119.08
0000 to 0400:
Anchored in berth W-3, Outer Harbor, Terminal Island. USS SPRINGFIELD [light cruiser] present. 0320: PERRY, E returned on board in uniform, AOL 15 hours.
0400 to 0800:
Anchored as before. 0650: SAVILLE, C was transferred to Receiving Station, Terminal Island. The following men were declared stragglers from the US Navy: POLLARD, D; DUNN, J; BEDELLA, E; DURHAM, J. Absentee: GATLIFF, D, RM2. 0758: Underway from San Pedro to Antarctica via Samoa, Pago Pago, in accordance with CTF-39 plan 1-47. Steaming at various courses and speeds in leaving the harbor.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. 0805: Passed through West entrance; took departure for Pago Pago, Samoa, on course 180°T. 0827: Helicopter took off with LT LONG as pilot and LCDR DAWLEY as passenger. Course 239°T. 0840: Santa Catalina Island 218°T, distance 6 miles. 1000: North end of Santa Catalina Island abeam to port, distance 2 miles. 1140: San Nicolas Island bearing 036°T, distance 28 miles.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Navy PB4Y circling overhead. Plane requests via radio that we put in at cove on San Nicolas Island as we are in a firing area. 1316: Lying to, three miles SE of San Nicolas Island. 1537: Received clearance from plane; resumed course 210°T.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before 1712: Changed course to 240°T.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 290
Wind force (knots): 17
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 58
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 58
21 November 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica via Samoa
Lat 30.66, Long -123.85
0000 to 0400:
Underway from San Pedro to Antarctica via Samoa in accordance with CTF-39 plan 1-47. Course 240°T.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0732: Changed course to 230°T.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1723: Sunset. 1810: McNAIR, R admitted to sickbay. 1900: Retarded all ship’s clocks 1 hour to conform with zone +9.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. Reduced and resumed speeds for soundings.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 300
Wind force (knots): 9
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 60
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 64
22 November 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica via Samoa
Lat 26.72, Long -128.67
0000 to 0400:
Underway from San Pedro to Antarctica via Samoa in accordance with CTF-39 plan 1-47. Course 225°T.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections. 1116: Changed course to 000°T. Helicopter took off with LT LONG as pilot. 1121: Helicopter landed. 1122: Resumed base course 220°T.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 035
Wind force (knots): 9
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 69
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 69
23 November 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica via Samoa
Lat 23.05, Long -132.90
0000 to 0400:
Underway from San Pedro to Antarctica via Samoa in accordance with CTF-39 plan 1-47. Course 225°T. 14.1 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0410: Stopped port engine. 0540: Stopped all engines. 0551: Ahead ⅓ on starboard engine. 0611: Ahead standard speed on starboard engine.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections. LTJG SMITH admitted to binnacle list with chest cold. Held divine service.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1817: Changed course to 223°T.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 100
Wind force (knots): 14
Clouds: Sc/St
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 71
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 72
24 November 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica via Samoa
Lat 19.17, Long -137
0000 to 0400:
Underway from San Pedro to Antarctica via Samoa in accordance with CTF-39 plan 1-47. Course 223°T.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections. 0915: The Commanding Officer held mast and awarded CLARK, J and LUCAS, F a deck court for absences over leave.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 70
Wind force (knots): 20
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 71
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 74
25 November 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica via Samoa
Lat 15.40, Long -141.27
0000 to 0400:
Underway from San Pedro to Antarctica via Samoa in accordance with CTF-39 plan 1-47. Course 227°T. 14.1 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections. 1000: Deck court under LCDR DAWLEY tried CLARK, J; LUCAS, F; and HART, F for absences over leave. The court adjourned at 1006.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1900: Retarded all ship’s clocks one hour to conform with +10 time zone.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 040
Wind force (knots): 17
Clouds: Sc/Cu; light drizzle
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 77
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 77
26 November 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica via Samoa
Lat 11.67, Long -145.47
0000 to 0400:
Underway from San Pedro to Antarctica via Samoa in accordance with CTF-39 plan 1-47. Course 227°T. 14.1 knots. Slowing to ⅓ speed every hour for sounding.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1330: The Commanding Officer held mast and awarded the following punishments: YEARWOOD, D, warning for neglect of duty; KAHOUN, W, warning for removing provisions without authority.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1735: Changed course to 223°T.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. Repaired air leak and radar.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 075
Wind force (knots): 12
Clouds: Sc/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 81
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 79
27 November 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica via Samoa
Lat 7.95, Long -149.38
0000 to 0400:
Underway from San Pedro to Antarctica via Samoa in accordance with CTF-39 plan 1-47. Course 223°T. 14.1 knots. Slowing to ⅓ speed every hour for sounding.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. Engine repairs.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 075
Wind force (knots): 20
Clouds: Ac/As
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 83
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 81
28 November 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica via Samoa
Lat 4.00, Long -152.48
0000 to 0400:
Underway from San Pedro to Antarctica via Samoa in accordance with CTF-39 plan 1-47. Course 220°T. 14 knots. Slowing to ⅓ speed every hour for sounding.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections. 0803: Changed course to 225°T.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 100
Wind force (knots): 14
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 82
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 80
29 November 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica via Samoa
Lat 0.32, Long -156.28
0000 to 0400:
Underway from San Pedro to Antarctica via Samoa in accordance with CTF-39 plan 1-47. Course 225°T. 14.1 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1430: LUCAS, E fell down a ladder and received contusions to the shoulder. Admitted to sick bay.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1900: Set clocks back one hour for zone +10.
2000 to 2400:
Underway as before. Repaired broken oil line.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 120
Wind force (knots): 15
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 82
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 80
30 November 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica via Samoa
Lat -3.86, Long -160.32
0000 to 0400:
Underway from San Pedro to Antarctica via Samoa in accordance with CTF-39 plan 1-47. Course 225°T. 14.1 knots. Slowing to ⅓ speed every hour for sounding.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2400
Underway as before. 1854: Changed course to 322°T to take soundings of uncharted reef reported in this area. 1900: Retarded all ship’s clocks one hour to conform with zone +11. 2217: Changed course to 232°T. 2310: Changed course to 142°T. 2353: Changed course to 052°T
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 120
Wind force (knots): 15
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 82
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 81
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LOGS FOR DECEMBER 1947
[Title page]
List of Officers, December 1947:
E A McDONALD, CDR, Commanding
F L DAWLEY, LCDR, Executive Officer
R A MIDDLETON, LCDR DC, Dental Officer
D A BENDINELLI, LT, First Lieutenant, Gunnery Officer
L C KNOWLES, LT, Engineering Officer
R J LONG, LT, Aviator
H M JAMES, LT, Navigator
H GLENZER, LTJG, Aviator
J P HOPKINS, LTJG, Communication Officer
R J SADLER, LTJG, TAD, UDT
L O SMITH, LTJG, TAD, UDT
L O YAUSSY, LTJG, Medical Officer
A F FERGUSON, ENS, Assistant Engineering Officer
J W FITZPATRICK, ENS SC, Supply Officer
R W HAUPT, ENS, Assistant Communication Officer
K J SCHMITZ, CHBOSN, Assistant First Lieutenant
W R LAYTON, CHELEC, Electrical Officer
U E CARLSON, CHMACH, Damage Control Officer, “E” Division Officer
C O HILL, CHBOSN, Assistant First Lieutenant
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1 December 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica via Samoa
Lat -7.22, Long -163.60
0000 to 0400:
Underway singly en route from San Pedro, California, to Pago Pago, American Samoa, steering various courses in search of charted shoal reported in 1915. Latitude 5°29’ South, Long 162°01’ West. Standard speed 14.1 knots, 110 rpm. Nos 1, 2, 3, and 4 main generators on propulsion. Slowing to ⅓ speed hourly to take soundings. 0216: Resumed base course 224°T, 214°pstgc, 215°psc. 0226: Shifted from bridge control to motor room control. 0340: Casualty occurred to SV radar.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. 0800: Mustered crew on stations; no absentees. 0932: Exercised at general quarters. 0942: Commenced firing practice. 1003: Ceased firing; ammunition expended: 112 rounds 20mm, 4 round 5” .38 caliber. 1004: Secured from general quarters. Made daily inspection of magazines and smokeless powder samples. Conditions normal.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000
Underway as before. 1806: Observed sunset.
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 090
Wind force (knots): 12
Clouds: Sc/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 85
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 83
2 December 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica via Samoa
Lat -11.00, Long -167.37
0000 to 0400:
Underway from San Pedro to Antarctica via Samoa in accordance with CTF-39 plan 1-47. Course 224°T. 14.1 knots. Slowing to ⅓ speed every hour for sounding.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000
Underway as before.
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 050
Wind force (knots): 14
Clouds: Cu/Cb; some rain
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 87
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 85
3 December 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica and at Pago Pago, Samoa
Lat -14.27, Long -170.68
0000 to 0400:
Underway from San Pedro to Antarctica via Samoa in accordance with CTF-39 plan 1-47. Course 224°T. 14.1 knots. Slowing to ⅓ speed every hour for sounding. 0157: Made radar contact with Manus Islands bearing 176°T, distance 62 miles.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0508: Sighted Olosega Island bearing 182°T, distance 39 miles. 0516: Sighted Tutuila Island, American Samoa, bearing 220°T, distance 45 miles. 0557: Changed course to 222°T [followed by a number of small course changes].
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before on various courses entering Pago Pago Harbor. 0817: Launched helicopter. 0835: Entered Pago Pago Harbor. LT J ELKON, pilot, came aboard. 0915: Moored starboard side to fuel dock, Pago Pago.
Transferred nine men [named] to USS EDISTO for temporary additional duty. Commenced fueling from fuel dock.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1300: LTJG GLENTZER reported on board from USS EDISTO. 1330: Shore patrol, WATSON, H, CMOMM, in charge, left for temporary duty.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. Completed fueling ship, having received 131,555 gallons Navy Standard diesel oil.
2000 to 2024:
Moored as before. 2230: Shore patrol returned to ship.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 080
Wind force (knots): 6
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 80
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 85
4 December 1947
At Pago Pago, Samoa
Lat -14.27, Long -170.68
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to fuel dock, Pago Pago, Samoa.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. Muster; absentees: BERNS, R, RM2, and BRADFORD, V. 1000: The Commanding Officer of USS EDISTO came aboard for Task Force 39 conference. 1009: BRADFORD, V returned on board, AOL 11 hours. 1017: PUCKETT, C J, EM1, reported on board for duty.
1200 to 1600:
Moored as before. 1415: MANCHESTER, R was transferred to USS EDISTO for duty. 1530: CHBOSN Charles O HILL was transferred to Naval Base, Coco Solo, for duty. ARNOLD, R J, AMM2, reported on board for duty.
1600 to 2000:
Moored as before. 1734: BERNS, R reported on board, AOL 18 hours.
2000 to 2024:
Moored as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 000
Wind force (knots): 3
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 88
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): n/e
5 December 1947
At Pago Pago and en route to Antarctica
Lat -15.17, Long -170.63
0000 to 0400:
Moored starboard side to fuel dock, Pago Pago, Samoa. USS EDISTO present.
0400 to 0800:
Moored as before. Muster; no absentees.
0800 to 1200:
Moored as before. 0801: Underway on various courses and speeds clearing harbor. 0812: Pago Pago Harbor entrance light abeam to port, distance 500 yards. Course 176°T, 14.1 knots. 1106: Changed course to 185°T.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 075
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: Sc/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 85
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 84
6 December 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -20.38, Long -171.07
0000 to 0400:
Underway from Samoa to Antarctica on base course 185°T, speed 14.1 knots. USS EDISTO on station 20 miles West.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1500: Retarded all ship’s clocks one hour to correspond with zone +12 time.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 100
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: Sc/Cb
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 85
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 78
7 December 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -26.03, Long -171.63
0000 to 0400:
Underway from Samoa to Antarctica on base course 185°T, speed 14.1 knots. USS EDISTO on station 20 miles West.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0701: Changed course to 180°T.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1210: Changed course to 183°T.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1800: Changed speed to 11 knots.
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 120
Wind force (knots): 22
Clouds: Sc/variable
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 74
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 72
8 December 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -30.72, Long -171.88
0000 to 0400:
Underway from Samoa to Antarctica on base course 183°T, speed 11 knots. USS EDISTO temporarily out of station due to necessity of changing course for an emergency appendectomy.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections. 0816: Changed speed to 14.1 knots.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1753: Changed course to 185°T.
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 105
Wind force (knots): 25
Clouds: Sc
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 66
9 December 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -36, Long -172.51
0000 to 0400:
Underway from Samoa to Antarctica on base course 187°T, speed 14.1 knots. USS EDISTO in position 20 miles on starboard beam.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections. 1025: Changed course to 185°T.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 105
Wind force (knots): 15
Clouds: Sc/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 68
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 65
10 December 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -41.51, Long -173.10
0000 to 0400:
Underway from Samoa to Antarctica on base course 185°T, speed 14.1 knots. USS EDISTO in position 20 miles on starboard beam.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0747: Changed course to 187°T.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections. 1130: Changed course to 185°T.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 165
Wind force (knots): 12
Clouds: Sc/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 62
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 61
11 December 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -46.23, Long -173.77
0000 to 0400:
Underway from Samoa to Antarctica on base course 185°T, speed 14.1 knots. USS EDISTO in position 20 miles on starboard beam. Slowing to ⅓ every hour for soundings.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections. 0837: Changed speed to 10 knots. 1122: Changed course to 185°T.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1245: Injury report on HARKINS, J, who received lacerations over left eye and contusions of a finger when deck became awash, knocking his feet from under him. Injuries treated. Placed on binnacle list.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1757: Changed course to 185°T. Speed 11 knots.
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 240
Wind force (knots): 27
Clouds: Sc/Cu
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 62
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 50
12 December 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -49.68, Long -174.10
0000 to 0400:
Underway from Samoa to Antarctica on base course 185°T, speed 11 knots. Radar contact 314°T, believed to be USS EDISTO in position 20 miles on starboard beam. Slowing to ⅓ every hour for soundings.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections. One round of 5” ammunition thrown overboard due to flooding in magazine.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 240
Wind force (knots): 35
Clouds: Sc/Cb
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 48
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 50
13 December 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -53.80, Long -174.78
0000 to 0400:
Underway from Samoa to Antarctica on base course 187°T, speed 11 knots. USS EDISTO in position 30 miles astern. Fathometer soundings every 10 minutes.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections. Resumed speed of 14.1 knots. Course 193°T.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 230
Wind force (knots): 18
Clouds: Sc/Cb; decrease in visibility
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 48
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 46
14 December 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -58.80, Long -176.38
0000 to 0400:
Underway from Samoa to Antarctica on base course 193°T, speed 14 knots. Slowing to ⅓ every hour for soundings.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1226: Changed course to 223°T.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before. 1630: Changed course to 163°T.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before. 2120: Changed course to 223°T. 2216: Sighted iceberg bearing 160°T, distance 4 miles. Changed course to 165°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 300
Wind force (knots): 20
Clouds: St/Ns; drizzle of rain and fine ice
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 40
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 39
15 December 1947
At sea en route to Antarctica
Lat -63.77, Long -177.03
0000 to 0400:
Underway from Samoa to Scott Island, Antarctica, on base course 165°T, speed 14 knots. Slowing to ⅓ every hour for soundings. 0018: Sighted large iceberg bearing 171°T, distance 8 miles. 0047: Passed iceberg abeam to starboard, 1600 yards.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections. 0800: Changed course to 198°T. 0947: Passed iceberg bearing 108°T, distance 1000 yards.1103: Passed iceberg bearing 171°T, distance 10 miles. 1131 Passed iceberg bearing 108°T, distance 8.5 miles.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. Steering various courses through light brash ice.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before. 1648: Changed course to 205°T. 1729: Steering various courses and speeds through part ice.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. 1800: Changed speeds to 14 knots in open water.
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 220
Wind force (knots): Variable
Clouds: Variable; drizzle of rain and snow
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 35
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 31
16 December 1947
At sea en route to Scott Island, Antarctica
Lat -65.67, Long 178.87
0000 to 0400:
Underway from Samoa to Scott Island, Antarctica, on base course 205°T, speed 14.1 knots. Taking fathometer readings.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before [a number of small course alterations].
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections. [A number of small course alterations.] 1016: Changed speed to 10 knots. 1113: USS EDISTO on station bearing 000°T, 5 miles. Changed speed to 11 knots.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1217: Changed course to 000°T. USS EDISTO bore 005°T, 4.5 miles.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before. USS EDISTO bore 346°T, 4.5 miles.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. Working to North looking for a lead to West. 1819: Changed course to 315°T. Changed speed to 14.1 knots.
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before. 2101: Changed course to 000°T. 2225: Changed course to 315°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): Variable
Wind force (knots): Variable
Clouds: St/Ns; heavy snow and reduced visibility; NNE swell
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 30
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 30
17 December 1947
At sea en route to Scott Island, Antarctica
Lat -63.35, Long 173.62
0000 to 0400:
Underway from Samoa to Scott Island, Antarctica, on base course 270°T, speed 12 knots. USS EDISTO on station 020°T, 4.5 miles.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0722: Changed course to 305°T.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections. [A number of small course alterations.]
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. [A number of small course alterations.]
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before. Working to North in search of clear water. 1723: Changed speed to 14 knots. USS EDISTO on station 5 miles to North.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. [A number of small course alterations.]
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 300
Wind force (knots): 20
Clouds: St; heavy snow and hailstorms
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 34
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 30
18 December 1947
At sea en route to Scott Island, Antarctica.
Lat -62.57, Long 165.08
0000 to 0400:
Underway from Samoa to Scott Island, Antarctica, on base course 270°T, speed 14 knots. USS EDISTO on station 000°T, 10,000 yards. Maintaining continuous radar and fathometer watch.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. Steering various courses to conform to ice pack flow. [A number of small course alterations.]
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections. [A number of small course alterations.]
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before. Changed speed to 12 knots.
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before. Changed speed to 10 knots.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 300
Wind force (knots): 22
Clouds: St; light snow flurries and reduced visibility
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 33
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 28
19 December 1947
At sea en route to Scott Island, Antarctica
Lat -62.87, Long 155.88
0000 to 0400:
Underway from Samoa to Scott Island, Antarctica, on base course 270°T, speed 14 knots, slowed to 10 knots in heavy seas. USS EDISTO on station 000°T, 4.8 miles. Maintaining continuous radar and fathometer watch.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections. 0805: Changed course to 240°T, speed to 12 knots.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before. Changed speed to 13 knots.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 250
Wind force (knots): 26
Clouds: St; light snow flurries and weather clearing
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 33
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 32
20 December 1947
At sea en route to Scott Island, Antarctica.
Lat -63.97, Long 145.95
0000 to 0400:
Underway from Samoa to Scott Island, Antarctica, on base course 270°T, speed 13 knots. USS EDISTO on station 000°T, 5 miles.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections. 0815: Changed speed to 14 knots.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 260
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: St; light snow
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 33
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 32
21 December 1947
At sea en route to Scott Island, Antarctica.
Lat -63.98, Long 133.18
0000 to 0400:
Underway from Samoa to Scott Island, Antarctica, on base course 270°T, speed 14 knots. USS EDISTO on station on starboard beam, 5 miles.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before. 1747: Changed course to 330°T.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 100
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: Ns; reduced visibility
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 33
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 32
22 December 1947
At sea en route to Scott Island, Antarctica
Lat -63.47, Long 122.82
0000 to 0400:
Underway from Samoa to Scott Island, Antarctica, on base course 270°T, speed 14.1 knots. USS EDISTO on station on starboard beam, 5 miles.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0523: On various courses maneuvering through pack ice. 0710: Resumed base course 270°T.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections. [A number of small course changes through the day, always coming back to 270°T.]
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 040
Wind force (knots): 13
Clouds: St; light snow
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 32
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 31
23 December 1947
At sea en route to Scott Island, Antarctica
Lat -63.08, Long 110.77
0000 to 0400:
Underway from Samoa to Scott Island, Antarctica, on base course 270°T, speed 14.3 knots. USS EDISTO on station on starboard beam, 5 miles. 0045: McCLELLAN, J was admitted to sick list for flash burns from a boiler.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. [A number of small course changes through the day, always coming back to 270°T, and speed changes coming back to 14 knots.]
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 110
Wind force (knots): 16
Clouds: St; light snow
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 31
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 31
24 December 1947
At sea en route to Scott Island, Antarctica
Lat -62.92, Long 100.20
0000 to 0400:
Underway from Samoa to Scott Island, Antarctica, on base course 270°T, speed 14.3 knots. USS EDISTO on station astern of USS BURTON ISLAND, 406 yards. Steering various courses and speeds through loose to heavy pack ice. 0257: Changed speed to 10 knots.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. Resumed standard speed. [A number of small course changes through the day, always coming back to 270°T, and speed changes coming back to 14 knots.]
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1551: Sighted ship bearing 243°T, 7 miles.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before.
1800 to 2000:
Underway as before.
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before. Changed course to 225°T.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 310
Wind force (knots): 10
Clouds: Ns/St; light snow
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 34
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 30
25 December 1947
At sea en route to Scott Island, Antarctica
Lat -64.82, Long 92.25
0000 to 0400:
Underway from Samoa to Scott Island, Antarctica, on base course 225°T, speed 13 knots. USS EDISTO on station ahead of USS BURTON ISLAND, 500 yards, breaking heavy pack ice.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before.
0800 to 1200:
Underway as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections. Changed base course to 195°T.
1200 to 1600:
Underway as before. 1204: Took station ahead of USS EDISTO steering through heavy pack ice. 1348: Launched helicopter with LT LONG as pilot. 1434: Received helicopter on board. Standard speed 14 knots.
1600 to 1800:
Underway as before. 1718: Stopped; laying to until visibility increases.
1800 to 2000:
Stopped; laying to until visibility increases.
2000 to 2024:
Stopped; laying to until visibility increases.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 100
Wind force (knots): 18
Clouds: St/Ns; light snow and reduced visibility
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 31
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 30
26 December 1947
At sea en route to Scott Island, Antarctica
Lat -65.03, Long 92.25
0000 to 0400:
Underway from Samoa to Scott Island, Antarctica on base course 032°T. USS EDISTO on station on 020°T 1000 yards. All engines stopped awaiting rise in visibility.
0400 to 0800:
Lying to as before.
0800 to 1200:
Lying as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections. 1018: Underway on base course 185°T, speed 13 knots. 1050: Lying to waiting for better visibility. USS EDISTO lying to on bearing 025°T, 800 yards.
1200 to 1600:
Lying to as before.
1600 to 1800:
Lying to as before.
1800 to 2000:
Lying to as before.1854: Helicopter airborne, LTJG GLENZER pilot.
2000 to 2024:
Lying to. 2009: Helicopter returned. 2033: Underway on various courses and various speeds, base course 180°T. Underway through heavy pack ice astern of USS EDISTO.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 100
Wind force (knots): 18
Clouds: St/Ns; snow and reduced visibility
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 33
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): Ice
27 December 1947
Operating in Antarctica
Lat -66.23, Long 92.30
0000 to 0400:
Underway, operating in Antarctica, en route Shackleton Ice Shelf. Various courses. USS EDISTO on station 500 yards astern. Base course 162°T, 14 knots. USS EDISTO ordered to proceed independently.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0455: Became fast in heavy shelf ice.
0800 to 1200:
Lying to as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Lying to as before.
1600 to 1800:
Lying to as before. 1609: Got underway. Steering various courses and speeds. Locating lead through heavy ice pack. Course 180°T. 1734: Secured all engines; penetration of solid ice impractical. Lying to.
1800 to 2000:
Lying to as before.
2000 to 2024:
Lying to as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 110
Wind force (knots): 23
Clouds: Ns; snow and reduced visibility
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 35
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 30
28 December 1947
Operating in Antarctica
Lat -66.30, Long 93.06
0000 to 0400:
Lying to in Davis Sea with main generators on 15-minute standby. 1127: Helicopter airborne, with LT LONG as pilot, LCDR KETCHUM and Mr HALL, civilian, as passengers. 0136: Helicopter returned. 0139: Underway on various courses to Haswell Island. 0345: Sighted Haswell Island, distance 22 miles.
0400 to 0800:
Underway as before. 0426: Lying to in ice pack. Haswell Island bearing 194°T, distance 17 miles. 0745: Exploration party departed from the ship, Captain Vernon BOYD, USMC, in charge.
0800 to 1200:
Lying to as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections. 1145: Returned from Haswell Island, with weasels [tractors] Nos 1 and 2, BOYD, V, Captain USMC; HATCH, E, Sergeant USMC; REIST, W, Corporal USMC.
1200 to 1600:
Lying to as before. 1221: Underway on various courses and speeds en route to Shackleton Ice Shelf. 1349: Helicopter airborne. 1407: Helicopter on deck.1530: Entering heavy pack.
1600 to 1800:
Lying to in ice with Nos 3 and 4 generators on line.
1800 to 2000:
Lying to as before.
2000 to 2024:
Lying to as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 100
Wind force (knots): 18
Clouds: Sc/Ns; snow and reduced visibility
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 33
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 30
29 December 1947
Operating in Antarctica
Lat -66.11, Long 94.24
0000 to 0400:
Lying to holding bow into ice field near Shackleton Ice Shelf. Turning over 4 knots on 120°T.
0400 to 0800:
Lying to as before.
0800 to 1200:
Lying to as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections. 0908: Shifted position in solid ice pack. Secured generators and moored to ice pack. 1106: Heaved in cable and pulled out of ice.
1200 to 1600:
Lying to as before. 1246: Got underway, course 335°T. Changed course to 070°T, 110°T and 195°T. 1510: UDT party left the ship with LTJG SADLER and LTJG SMITH in charge of 14 men.
1600 to 1800:
Lying to as before. 1620: UDT team returned to ship. 1650: Helicopter airborne.
1800 to 2000:
Lying to as before. 1815: Helicopter returned. 1836: Underway for Haswell Island, base course 180°T.
2000 to 2024:
Underway as before. 2144: Fire in port motor room; sounded general alarm. 2159: Fire extinguished. 2235: Helicopter airborne, LT LONG as pilot. 2345: Helicopter returned from Haswell Island with O’CONNER, J, PHOM1, and Dr APFEL. 2352: Helicopter airborne, LT LONG as pilot.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 100
Wind force (knots): 24
Clouds: St/Ns; snow and reduced visibility
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 30
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 31 Ice
30 December 1947
Operating in Antarctica
Lat -66.26, Long 93.22
0000 to 0400:
Lying to with bow in ice. 0027: Underway, steering on various courses and speeds. 0037: Lying to in ice. 0022: Helicopter returned.
0400 to 0800:
Lying to as before.
0800 to 1200:
Lying as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Lying to as before.
1600 to 1800:
Lying to as before.
1800 to 2000:
Lying to as before.
2000 to 2024:
Lying to as before.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 100
Wind force (knots): 24
Clouds: Sc/Ns; snow and reduced visibility
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 30
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): Ice
31 December 1947
Operating in Antarctica
Lat -66.26, Long 93.22
0000 to 0400:
Lying to in solid ice pack, Haswell Islands bearing 198°T, distance 17 miles. Ship’s heading 219°T.
0400 to 0800:
Lying to as before.
0800 to 1200:
Lying to as before. Muster; no absentees. Inspections.
1200 to 1600:
Lying to as before.
1600 to 1800:
Lying to as before. 1642: Surveying party returned from Haswell Islands.
1800 to 2000:
Lying to as before. 1821: Captain Vernon BOYD left the ship with two men in a weasel tractor.
2000 to 2024:
Lying to as before. 2224: Two weasel tractors and crews returned and were hoisted aboard. 22.48: Underway on course 010°T. 2307: Changed course to 073°T; working way to eastward, between many large icebergs, en route to Gillies and Nunataks Islands.
Weather averages
Wind direction (degrees): 100
Wind force (knots): 28
Clouds: Ns; snow and reduced visibility
Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): 28
Sea temperature (degrees Fahrenheit): Ice
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