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Armed Merchant Cruiser, later troopship, mercantile conversion

Pendant No M.64 (on coming into service). Built 1899, 9664grt, 17.5kts. Armament: 8-4.7in. In service 5.8.14-16.9.15. Of over 60 commissioned AMC's employed on patrol and later convoy protection, 33 served with 10th CS on Northern Patrol. Taken up 13.7.18 for conversion to minelayer at Millwall, incomplete at war's end. (British Warships 1914-1919)

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Notes:

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

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

Editor’s notes:

From August 1914 to January 1915, most of the pages have been scanned in two halves – left and right and there are scans of ship loading diagrams (containing numerical data about hold contents and water remaining). The information from both sides of the log pages has been combined. From 13th January onwards the diagrams are stamped onto the log pages, rather than being on separate sheets.

Positions (Latitude and Longitude) are given for noon each day, correcting or estimating the position when appropriate. If exact times are not indicated in the log they have, when appropriate, been estimated from the position of the entries (which show times on the left hand side of the log page). A note is made of numbers on the sick list where this is 5 or more. This and other information from the log is included in square brackets [not in italics] if it is not to be found under “Remarks” on the right hand side of the page. Additional information about geographical locations, terminology and about merchant and foreign naval ships encountered has been provided where identification is reasonably certain, by means of embedded links within the text.

[More details of ship here]

THE VOYAGES OF HMS KINFAUNS CASTLE 1914-1915
(More detailed plots follow in the text)

JP map overview

(Maps prepared using Journey Plotter, developed by Maikel. The Plots can only be approximate. They are made by joining-up positions on successive days, and sometimes positions are not given. There will therefore be occasions when the ship appears to have travelled overland)

LOG BOOK – AUGUST 8TH 1914 TO APRIL 30TH 1915


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[Left hand side of hard cover of Ship’s Log]

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[Right hand side of hard cover indicating From August 8th 1914 to April 30th 1915]

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[Log of Kinfauns Castle

Commanded by Captain DB Crampton RN; Lieutenant Commander WB Wilkinson RN

For the Period

Commencing 8th of August 1914

Ending 30th of April 1915

Tonnage (Displacement)

15075



Extreme Length

515.3



Extreme Breadth

59.3



Engines





Manufacturer

Fairfield Glasgow



IHP

10,000

Natural Draught [blank]

Forced Draught Not fitted


Description

Quadruple Expansion



When Fixed on Board

1899


Boilers

Manufacturer

Fairfield



Description

Scotch



When made

1899



When put in Vessel

1899


Paddle Wheels or Screw

Manufacturer

Fairfield


Propeller

Description

Twin four bladed propellers. Manganese Bronze Blades


General State of Repair

Good

[Signed]

WB Wilkinson Lieutenant Commander RN, Captain



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[Page of Directions, on how log is to be filled in, Figures to indicate the Force of the Wind, Letters to denote the State of the Weather, Scale of Fog Intensity, Sea Disturbance Scale]

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Establishment of Ship’s Company:


Officers

41

Seamen

114

Boys

-

Marines

38

Mercantile Ratings: Engine-room Establishment

78

Other non-executive ratings

43

Total

314


Barometer




Mercurial or Aneroid

Mercurial



Name of Maker and number

Adie No 58



Height of cistern above sea

40



Error of Mercurial Barometer

[blank]



Thermometers for Air Temperature




Position in Ship

Fore Bridge



Whether in screen

Yes



Maker and No

Negretti and Zambra

Date From August 8th

To [blank]


858




860



Thermometer for Sea Temperature


Date From

To

Maker and No

Negretti and Zambra No 862

Aug 15

Aug 20


Negretti and Zambra No 861

Aug 20


Position of Standard Compass

On top of Chart House



Deviation of Standard Compass

Date obtained

Position



Aug 23rd 1914

Lat 90 0 N, Long 24 0 W



Armament




Position

Nature and Number of Guns and Mountings


On Topgallant Forecastle

4.7 QF 2 in number on PIV Mountings


On Fore Well Deck

4.7 QF 2 in number on PIV Mountings


On After Well Deck

4.7 QF 2 in number on PIV Mountings


On Poop Deck

4.7 QF 2 in number on PIV Mountings




Torpedo Armament

None



Boats


Number of each carried

Length and Description

8

Life Boats, diagonal built double planked of teak 28 0 x 8 6 x 3 6

2

Whale Boats Teak Clincker [Clinker] built 28 0 x 8 6 x 3 6

2

Gigs Yellow Pine Clincker built


Miscellaneous Information


Load draught

26’ 8.5”

Number of Tons necessary to increase draught 1 inch

57

Number of Tons of Coal Carried (43 cubic feet per ton)


(a) At load draught

4209

(b) With bunkers full

2585

(c) In places other than Bunkers

1624

Number of Tons of Oil Fuel carried

None

Quantity of Water carried:


(a) For Boilers

335

(b) For Drinking

338

Ballast Tanks used for Boilers

760


[Signed] WB Wilkinson Lieutenant Commander, WS Colbourne Navigating Officer.



LOGS FOR AUGUST 1914


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8 August 1914

At Southampton [for more information about Southampton Docks see here]

Lat 50.9, Long -1.4 [estimated]

9.0am: Commissioned [Commissioned] ship. Captain DB Crampton RN, 34 Petty Officers, 127 Men, also 5 Officers from the RN Barracks Portsmouth. Captain Crampton, 8 Officers and 13 Engineer Officers already on board, also 3 Marconi Operators.

2.0pm: Hands employed as requisite.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

5.55pm: Gave leave to Port Watch till 8am Sunday.

[South westerly wind force 4 to 5-6, overcast with rain for much of day, noon temperature 65F]


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9 August 1914

At Southampton

Lat 50.9, Long -1.4

9.15am: Clear up decks for Divisions.

9.30am: Divisions - Prayers.

11.0am: Surgeon Marrett RN joined.

11.50am: Cooks.

2.30pm: Leave to Starboard Watch till 6.30am.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

6.0pm: Assistant Paymaster Tilley RNR joined as Paymaster in Charge.

10.0pm: Pipe down.


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10 August 1914

At Southampton

Lat 50.9, Long -1.4

6.15am: Hands employed getting in stores.

Noon: Midshipman Dolton RNR joined.

1.15pm: Hands employed getting in stores.

3.30pm: Lost overboard by accident one drill cartridge (4.7).

8.0pm: Hands employed getting in stores.

10.0pm: Pipe down.


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11 August 1914

At Southampton

Lat 50.9, Long -1.4

6.0am: Hands employed as requisite.

11.0am: Midshipman Galleyhawk RNR joined.

2.15pm: Unmoored. 2.30pm: Left No 25 Berth [in Empress Dock] and proceeded to No 40 [Test Quays]. Pilot GW Bowyer, Tugs “Hector”, “Neptune” and “Vulcan”.

3.30pm: Alongside and moored ship.

5.20pm: Watch employed as required.

6.30pm: Gave leave to POs till 10pm.


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12 August 1914

At Southampton

Lat 50.9, Long -1.4

6.0am: Hands employed as requisite.

11.0am: Assistant Paymaster Lock RNR joined.

1.30pm: Hands employed as requisite.

3.15pm: One Rating joined Yeoman Signals.

5.0pm: One Rating left Yeoman Signals.

5.55pm: Supper.

8.15pm: Finished coaling. Coal received 3839 tons. Coal remaining on Arrival 450 tons.


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13 August 1914

At Southampton

Lat 50.9, Long -1.4

am: Hands employed as requisite and rigging splinter defence round Engine Room casing.

11.0am: Midshipman Morgan RNR joined.

pm: Hands employed as requisite. Washing ship’s side and getting Stream Cable on deck.

5.0pm: Gave leave to Starboard Watch till 11pm.

[Weather fine, noon temperature 75F]


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[Right hand side of log page, with diagram of holds and loading status]


14 August 1914

At Southampton

Lat 50.9, Long -1.4

6.0am: Hands employed washing decks. Preparing magazines and getting up Sheet Cable.

1.15pm: Hands employed mounting guns, stowing ammunition, frapping in rigging.

5.0pm: Starboard Watch taking in timber and steel plates. Port Watch stowing timber. Carpenters shoring up No 1 Bulkhead.

10.0pm: Piped down.

11.0pm: Watch taking in Steel plates.


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15 August 1914

From Southampton

Lat 50.9, Long -1.4

[Note at top of page: Greenwich Mean Time]

2.0am: Watch taking in Steel Plates.

6.0am: Hands employed striking down steel plates and preparing ship for sea.

10.45am: Carried out Steaming and Steering trials alongside quay.

1.30pm: Read stations and exercised closing Watertight doors.

[Draught on Departure: 25’ 7” Forward, 27’ 11” Aft]

4.0pm: Left the quay. Pilot Tubbs and 3 tugs assisting.

4.38pm: Pilot left off Netley Buoy. Courses as requisite proceeding to sea West of Bramble and North of Ryde Middle through the Swept Channel.

6.6pm: Warner Light Vessel. 6.22pm: Nab End Buoy.

7.4pm: Dunnose Head N22E (Magnetic) 1.5 miles, set course S69W.

7.18pm: Streamed log.

7.24pm: St Catherines Light abeam N21E (Magnetic), 3 miles, Log 2 miles.

10.0pm: No 2 Port and No 3 Starboard guns manned. Exercised Sea Boats Crews.

11.10pm: Observed light on port bow, turned ship round and put on search light, found her to be a sailing ship so proceeded on course.

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 4209 tons, Oil 2280 gallons]


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16 August 1914

From Southampton

Lat 48.5, Long -5.2

0.30am: Casquets Light abeam S21E (Magnetic) 15 miles, Log 76.

2.30am: Exercised Sea Boats Crews.

am: Dawn to daylight Watch Man and Arm Ship.

4.20am: Worked up to 70 revs.

4.55am: Reduced to 60 revs.

5.25am: Challenged and received reply from French Cruiser Montcalm Class. 5.30am: French Cruiser stopped a small British SS from Hull.

5.40am: Altered course 4 points to port. 5.50am: Signalled and fired a blank SS “La Blancha” [possibly La Blanca] Argentine Cargo Line of Liverpool.

6.8am: Proceeded on Course.

6.30am: Challenge and reply French Cruiser “Kleber” Class.

7.20am: Exchanged number with French Torpedo Gunboat GRLF heading in the same direction.

7.54am: Signalled and fired blank to stop French SS “Aulne” of Brest Chevillotte Frères.

8.10am: Proceeded on Course. 8.57am: Altered course S79W in chase.

9.40am: Altered course S69W. Spoke Danish Barquentine “Bossisig” [?] of Truso bound WSW.

10.10am: Altered course S45W. 10.30am: Exercised General Quarters, Fire Stations and Action.

10.40am: Creach [sic] Point S11E (Mag). 10.50am: Altered course S25E in chase. Signalled and fired blank.

11.10am: Stopped and boarded Spanish SS “Jose de Aramburu” of Santander, Santander to Tyne.

11.50am: Proceeded on course. [Lat] 48 30 N, [Long] 8 11 W.

0.1pm: Passed SS “Achilles” [probably this ship] of Glasgow bound NW.

2.30pm: Stopped and hailed the SS “Estrellano” of Liverpool from Oporto. 2.55pm: Resumed course and speed.

3.30pm: Hands make and mend.

4.30pm: French SS Ville de “Majunca” [probably Ville de Majunga] of Havre bound from Havre to Oran WC Africa. Allowed her to proceed.

6.12pm: Altered course N56E and Signalled Dutch SS “Nickerie” of Paramaribo to Stop. Fired blank (above French SS still in sight).

6.17pm: Stopped and boarded her, 47 24 N, 6 10 W.

7.30pm: Allowed her to proceed. 7.34pm: Proceeded 60 revs, Course S47W.

8.0pm: Reduced to 50 revs. Port No 1 and Starboard No 2 Guns Manned.

10.0pm: Starboard No 2 and Port No 3 Guns Manned. Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 233 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Creach [Créac’h] Point Light House S64E, 2.6 miles]


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[Diagram of ship and holds]

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[Diagram of ship and holds]

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17 August 1914

From Southampton

Lat 44.9, Long -8.2

0.30am: No 2 Starboard and No 3 Port Guns Manned.

1.0am: Exercised Sea Boats Crews. No 2 Port and No 3 Starboard Guns manned.

3.45am: Increased speed to 60 revs.

4.10am: Signalled SS Baron Renfrew [Baron Renfrew (1) listed here] of Ardrossan bound NE.

4.30am: Watch Man and Arm Ship.

4.50am: Altered course West to intercept 3 steamers.

5.7am: Signalled and fired blank. 5.10am: Fired across bows of Danish SS “Maryland” [a ship which was to sink a few days later - details here].

5.15am: Stopped and boarded her, 45 50 N, 7 30 W. Found her to be bound from Rosario to Brixham and let her proceed.

6.21am: Proceeded half speed. Stopped and signalled Danish SS “Tiber” [listed here] for Dartmouth and Danish SS “Chr Broberg” [which was to be with “Maryland” when she sank, and then sank herself - details here] Palermo to Brixham. Allowed them to proceed.

6.50am: Proceeded 60 revs, Course S47W. Passed SS “Glenroy” [probably this ship] of Glasgow bound N0.5E.

8.44am: Altered course SSW. Signalled SS “Bulgarian” of Glasgow for London.

9.10am: Altered course S47W. 9.15am: General Quarters.

9.53am: Stopped and dropped target and steamed round it at 13 knots. Fired one round per gun to test gun mountings and three rounds per gun for gunlayers test.

10.50am: Proceeded 60 revs. Course S47W.

11.8am: Altered course WSW to intercept SS. 11.43am: Passed Russian SS “Paul Spolinacky” [Paul Spoliansky] of Batoum for Kings Lynn. Proceeded S47W.

0.30pm: Altered course N75W in chase.

1.5pm: Passed British SS “Salamanca” [just possibly this ship, though shown as Norwegian] of Newcastle bound to Falmouth. Resumed Course S47W.

2.25pm: Altered course N75W in chase. 2.55pm: Passed Greek SS “Mafuttan” of Reipaiyz [?] bound Barry. Resumed Course S47W.

5.25pm: Altered course S34W. 6.0pm: Passed SS “Danesbourg” [possibly Dannebrog, listed here] of Copenhagen bound Liverpool. Resumed Course S39W.

6.20pm: Exercised Fire Stations. Turned out boats. 6.50pm: Secure.

7.45pm: Observed HMSs “Sutlej” and “Challenger” ahead.

8.0pm: Reduced to 50 revs. HMS “Sutlej” parted company from HMS “Challenger”.

8.21pm: Cape Villano bore S21E (Magnetic).

9.10pm: Cape Villano Light bore S43E, 18.5 miles, altered course S45E, Log 92. Signalled course and speed to HMS “Sutlej”. No 1 Starboard, No 2 Port Guns manned.

11.0pm: No 2 Starboard, No 3 Port Guns manned.

[Course and Distance made good: S29.45W, 249 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: To 10 miles NW of Cape Villano S25W, 106 miles]

[Weather fine, noon air and sea temperature 68F]


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18 August 1914

From Southampton

Lat 40.8, Long -11.4

[Note at top of page: 7am. Put clocks 30 minutes slow of GMT]

2.35am: Observed SS before starboard beam heading opposite. Gave challenge. No reply.

4.0am: Increased to 60 revs.

5.0am: Dawn to daylight Watch Man and Arm Ship.

6.0am: Hands cleaning ship.

8.50am: Altered course West towards SS bound North.

9.0am: Observed Warship bearing South. 9.7am: Altered course South.

9.14am: Altered course S25E. 9.20am: Altered course S20W.

9.30am: General Quarters. Action.

9.38am: Resumed Course S45W. Challenged and got reply from French Cruiser Marseillase [Marseillaise] Class GSDR.

9.50am: SS bearing N85W. 10.15am: Altered course to intercept her. Signalled, fired blank.

10.46am: Slow. Passed close to SS “Wirral” of Liverpool and allowed her to proceed.

10.55am: Proceeded, 60 Revs, Course S45W.

11.55am: Hoisted Red Ensign.

1.30pm: Hands placing steel plates round Engine Room Casing. Firemen painting funnels red.

6.0pm: General Quarters. 6.24pm: Secure.

7.55pm: Reduced to 50 revs. No 1 Starboard and No 4 Port Guns manned.

11.25pm: Extinguished all Navigation Lights.

[Course and Distance made good: S30W, 285 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Anchorage Porto Grande St Vincent CV [Cape Verde] S26.25W, 1596 miles]


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[Diagram of ship and holds]

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[Diagram of ship and holds]

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19 August 1914

From Southampton

Lat 36.0, Long -14.0

[Note at top of page: After 7am time kept = 1 hour Slow on GMT]

2.0am: No 1 Starboard and No 4 Port Guns Manned.

2.45am: Telemotor Steering gear broke down. 2.54am: Stopped Port Engine. Slow Starboard.

3.35am: Steering aft by steam gear. Engines 50 revs.

4.15am: Telemotor gear replaced.

5.15am: Telemotor gear out of order again. Steering from aft.

7.0am: Put clocks back 30 minutes.

7.13am: Steering gear repaired.

9.0am: Altered course S15W. Log 274.

9.15am: Divisions. Prayers. 9.30am: General Quarters.

Noon: Altered course S46W.

2.50pm: Observed SS on Starboard bow bearing SW by W and steering NNW, altered course to intercept her and increased to 70 revs.

4.0pm: Fired shot across her bows. 4.5pm: Fired another shot. 4.15pm: Reduced speed. 4.20pm: Stopped.

4.25pm: Boarded SS Dora Baltea [listed here for 1914] of Genova from Sardinia to Norfolk Va [Virginia USA]. 4.50pm: Allowed her to proceed. 35 16 N, 14 54 W.

5.5pm: Proceeded 60 revs. Course S42W.

8.0pm: Altered course S40W. Reduced to 50 revs. Darkened ship. No 1 Starboard and No 4 Port Guns manned.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew. No 2 Starboard and No 3 Port Guns manned.

[Course and Distance made good: S23.5W, 310 miles]

[Number on sick list: 6]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 71F]


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20 August 1914

From Southampton

Lat 31.7, Long -16.9

am: Lost overboard by accident Thermometer No 862.

4.0am: Increased to 60 revs.

4.2am: Cima Island Light [near to Madeira] bore S60W.

5.0am: Altered course S63W. 5.25am: Cima Island Light abeam N27W (Magnetic), distant 3.75 miles.

7.28am: Fora Island Light abeam N27W (Magnetic), 3.5 miles. Log 47.5. Signalled Lloyds Station.

8.0am: Altered course S25W.

10.15am: Exercised Port Battery at Fire Stations.

pm: Hands make and mend.

6.0pm: General Quarters. Exercised “Abandon Ship”. 7.0pm: Disperse.

8.0pm: Darken ship. Watch man and arm ship. No 1 Starboard and No 1 Port Guns manned.

11.50pm: Observed Cumplida Light Palma Island [La Palma, Canary Islands] bearing S66W (Magnetic).

[Course and Distance made good: S28.5W, 296 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]


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[Diagram of ship and holds]

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[Diagram of ship and holds]

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21 August 1914

From Southampton

Lat 26.5, Long -18.6

0.30am: No 2 Starboard and No 3 Port Guns manned. Exercised Sea Boats crew.

1.4am: Cumplida Light abeam N62W (Magnetic) 11.5 miles, Log 182.

2.43am: Fuencaliente Light abeam N62W (Magnetic) 11.5 miles, Log 208.

5.28am: Norte Point Ferro Island [El Hierro] abeam. 5.38am: Altered course NW by N towards small SS at anchor in Port Ferro.

6.28am: Restinga Point abeam N54W (Magnetic) 4 miles, altered course S48W, Log 259, [Lat] 27 36 N, [Long] 17 55 W.

9.15am: Divisions. Prayers. 10.0am: General Quarters. Gun Drill and Rifle exercises.

pm: Hands make and mend.

6.0pm: General Quarters. 6.17pm: Exercised Abandon Ship. 6.50pm: Disperse.

7.50pm: Darken ship.

9.0pm: Watch man and arm ship.

[Course and Distance made good: S16.5W, 325 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Anchorage Porto Grande St Vincent CV S31.5E, 676 miles]

[Number on sick list: 6]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 75F, sea temperature 74F]


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22 August 1914

From Southampton

Lat 23.3, Long -20.7

[Note at top of page: After 7am Time kept = 1.5 hours Slow of GMT]

0.35am: Observed a light bearing WNW. Put helm hard a port and turned ship round.

1.10am: Stopped. Fired blank. Burnt searchlight and found ship to be 4 masted barque “Werner Vinnen” of Bremen. Ordered her to heave to and stood by. Courses and engines as required. No 2 Starboard and No 3 Port guns manned.

[2.0am - 8.20am: Engines working ahead and astern as required]

5.45am: Sent boarding officer to “Werner Vinnen”.

6.35am: Boarding Officer returned. Hauled down German colours and hoisted White Ensign in prize.

6.48am: First boat of prize crew left.

7.0am: Clock put back 30 minutes.

7.45am: Boat returned with three prisoners of war from prize.

[Names of prisoners: PK Petersen Denmark, Heinrich Heine Germany, PE Kurth Germany]

7.55am: Second Boat left with remainder of prize crew.

8.15am: Boat returned.

8.20am: Course S48W, 50 revs. Parted company with prize which is ordered to Sierra Leone. Prize Crew consisted of Lieutenant Durrard in command, Lieutenant Stewart, Midshipman Galleyhawk, 15 Sailors, 9 Marines, 1 Cook, 1 Steward, 1 SB [Sick Berth] Attendant, 1 Greaser 1 Fireman.

Noon: Hands cleaning ship.

pm: Hands make and mend.

6.0pm: Quarters. 6.10pm: Disperse.

7.30pm: Darken ship.

10.55pm: Light reported on Starboard beam, altered course N45W.

11.10pm: Unable to pick up light. Resumed course.

[Course and Distance made good: S29.75W, 223 miles]

[Number on sick list: 6]

[North easterly wind force 4 to 6 all day, sea state rough to very rough 9am to 1pm, noon temperature 77F, sea temperature 75F]


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23 August 1914

From Southampton

Lat 19.5, Long -23.4

10.0am: Divisions. Captain inspected Ship’s Company.

10.30am: Held Divine Service in First Saloon.

0.30pm: Eased to 45 revs.

1.10pm: Sighted ship’s smoke on Starboard bow bearing N77W, altered course to intercept her and increased to 70 revs.

1.50pm: Signalled and then fired two blank charges.

2.8pm: Stopped and found ship to be the SS Antinous of London [there have been several subsequent ships of this name] 22 days out from Sacrificous [?] to Madeira. Informed her that war was declared and allowed her to proceed.

2.25pm: Proceeded 50 revs. Course S46W.

5.5pm: Engines Slow and swung ship to obtain deviations.

5.40pm: Proceeded 50 revs. Course S46W.

6.16pm: Observed SS bearing N65W, altered course West and increased to 70 revs.

6.46pm: Exchanged Challenge with HMS “Macedonia”, altered course S46W, 50 revs.

8.10pm: Watch man and arm ship. No 1 Starboard and No 4 Port Guns manned.

11.0pm: No 2 Starboard and No 3 Port Guns manned.

[Course and Distance made good: S33.5W, 272 miles]

[Number on sick list: 6]


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24 August 1914

From Southampton [and entering St Vincent - now São Vicente, Cape Verde]

Lat 16.9, Long -25.0 [estimated]

[Note at top of page: At 5am Put clocks back 30 minutes. Time kept 2 hours Slow on GMT]

2.0am: No 2 Starboard, No 3 Port guns manned.

2.32am: Observed light 4 points on Port bow, altered course to intercept her, increased to 60 revs. Signalled her to stop.

3.8am: Fired two blank charges.

3.25am: Slow. Burnt searchlight. Found ship to be the RMS “Desna” [listed here] of Belfast and allowed her to proceed. 3.43am: Set course S63W, 60 revs.

4.21am: Observed Bull Point Light ahead.

5.0am: Put clocks back 30 minutes.

6.17am: Bull Point Light abeam 3.75 miles.

6.52am: Altered course S60W to observe ships at anchor.

[Ships in harbour: SS “King Edgar” Glasgow, Schooner “Augusto” [possibly “Augusta”, one of the ships listed here] Lisbon, SS “Santa Barbara” [Santa Barbara (1) listed here] of Hamburg, SS “Dora Horn” of Lubeck, SS “ Beta” of Apenrada, SS Togo [listed here] of Hamburg, SS “Heimburg” [Heimburg (2) listed here], SS “Burgermeister Heimann” [probably Burgermeister Hachmann] Hamburg, SS “Hurzburg” Bremen]

7.11am: Proceeded into port. Speed and courses as required.

7.22am: Anchored in 7 fathoms and veered to 30 fathoms on port cable.

[Anchor Bearings (Magnetic): Fort S86E, Wilsons Slipway S12E, Punta de Moro Branco N74W]

10.0am: British Consul and Portuguese Governor came on board.

11.0am: Hands cleaning ship and guns.

0.30pm: Hands make and mend.

1.35pm: Landed Karl Petersen, Heinrich Heine, Paul Ernst Kurtle, prisoners of war from SV “Werner Vinnen”.

5.0pm: Evening Quarters.

5.45pm: Hove short. 5.57pm: Anchor aweigh. Proceeded to outer anchorage.

6.9pm: Anchored in 10.25 fathoms. 3 shackles awash on port cable.

[Anchor Bearings (Magnetic): Passaro Island N5W, Punta de Moro Branco N84W, Punta de Ribeira Julian N36E]

8pm: Look outs posted at each gun.

10.25pm: Shore boat alongside with telegram for Captain.

11.15pm: Shore boat left.

[Course and Distance made good: S31W, 181 miles]

[Number on sick list: 6]


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25 August 1914

From Southampton or at St Vincent CV [Cape Verde]

Lat 16.9, Long -25.1

[Note at top of page: Time kept = 2 hours slow of GMT]

[Anchored St Vincent]

Midnight: Look out posted on each gun.

0.25am: Sent gig ashore with telegram from Captain.

1.30am: Gig returned and hoisted clear.

5.15am: Starboard Gig away.

6.50am: SS “Mimero” [probably Mimiro, listed here] of London from Sydney and Durban arrived.

7.20am: Port Gig away.

8.45am: HMS “Macedonia” arrived and anchored.

9.15am: SS “Mimero” left for London. Hands employed cleaning ship and guns and hoisting boats.

11.15am: Anchor aweigh. Proceeded to sea at 20 revs. Courses as requisite.

11.30am: Passaro Island to Starboard 4 cables.

0.36pm: Passaro Island S20E (Magnetic) 3 miles, Course N69E.

1.50pm: Turned 16 points to Starboard. Course S67W.

2.45pm: Passaro Island S34E (Magnetic) 3.25 miles.

3.0pm: Proceeded 45 revs. Course S70W.

3.45pm: Machado Light House S62W (Magnetic), 6 miles, altered course S40W and streamed log.

6.0pm: Evening Quarters. Hands exercised at collision stations.

6.45pm: Darken ship. Watch man and arm ship. Nos 2 Starboard and No 3 Port guns manned.

[Draught on departure: 24’ 6” Forward, 28’ 0” Aft]

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 3 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Passaro Island S35E, 2 miles]

[Number on sick list: 6]

[North easterly wind force 4 or 5 for most of day, weather fine, noon temperature 83F, sea temperature 77F]


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26 August 1914

[From St Vincent, though not stated in log]

Lat 15.8, Long -24.8

0.55am: Turned ship 16 points Course N39E. Nos 1 Starboard and No 4 Port Guns manned.

2.30am: No 2 Starboard and No 3 Port Guns manned.

5.10am: Gun’s crews fall out.

8.8am: Helm hard a port increased to 55 revs. 8.14am: Increased 65 revs.

9.20am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.30am: General Quarters. 10.0am: Secure.

am: Fore top at rifle and gun drill. Sea Boats Crew at Signals. Officers at Gun Drill.

2.0pm: Sighted Fogo Island on Starboard bow.

3.35pm: Sighted St Jago Island on Port bow.

5.0pm: Altered course S14E. General Quarters. Port Watch “Out Collision Mat”.

5.15pm: Ponta Preta Light House abeam 9 miles.

5.30pm: Altered course S4W. Red Ensign hoisted.

6.13pm: Janella Point abeam 2 miles [Lat] 15 1 N, [Long] 23 49 W. Altered course S12E.

6.45pm: Watch man and arm ship. Darken ship. No navigation lights shown.

8.0pm: No 2 Starboard and No 3 Port guns manned. Shipping sprays over Foc’k’sle [Forecastle] guns.

11.0pm: No 1 Starboard and No 4 Port guns manned.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 77 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Anchorage St Helena S30.75E, 2213 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]


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27 August 1914

Lat 11.3, Long -22.1

[Note at top of page: Time kept = 1.5 Slows [sic] of GMT]

2.0am: No 1 Starboard and No 4 Port guns manned. Clocks put on 30 minutes.

2.50am: Sighted light bearing S by W. 3.0am: Altered course to intercept.

4.15am: Signalled and put search light on the SS “Highland Monarch” [listed here] of Glasgow, Newport Mon [Monmouthshire] to River Plate.

4.24am: Course S12E. 4.30am: Guns crew “Fall out”.

9.20am: Divisions. Prayers. 9.30am: General Quarters. 10.0am: Disperse. Altered course S5E for Ascension Island.

am: Officers at Gunnery lecture. Main top at gun and rifle drill. Sea Boats Crews at Signals. Remainder clean ship.

pm: Hands “make and mend”.

4.0pm: Patent log foul. General Quarters. Starboard watch “Out Collision Mat”.

7.0pm: Darken ship. 7.15pm: Watch man and arm ship. No 2 Starboard and No 3 Port guns manned.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats crew.

[Course and Distance made good: S31E, 311 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Clarence Bay Ascension Island S21.5E, 1242 miles]

[Number on sick list: 6]


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28 August 1914

Lat 6.2, Long -19.7

[After 2am Time kept = 1 hour slow of GMT]

2.0am: Clocks put on 30 minutes. No 2 Starboard and No 3 Port guns manned.

4.30am: Navigation lights switched on. No 1 Starboard and No 4 Port guns manned.

5.30am: Navigation lights switched out. 5.40am: Guns Crews “Fall out”.

am: Quarter Deck men at rifle and gun drill. Sea Boats Crews at Signals. Remained [sic] clean ship and as requisite. Officers at gun drill.

pm: Hands make and mend.

4.0pm: General Quarters. Both watches at Fire Stations.

5.30pm: Engines Stop. Neptune came on board [possibly relating to “Crossing the Line” ceremony but they don’t cross the Equator until the following afternoon]. 5.32pm: Proceeded 65 revs.

7.15pm: Darken ship. 7.25pm: Man and Arm Ship. No 2 Starboard and No 3 Port guns manned.

[Course and Distance made good: S24.25E, 338 miles]

[Westerly and south westerly wind force 3 or 4 from 6am, overcast and rain at times, noon temperature 77F, sea temperature 78F]


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29 August 1914

Lat 0.7, Long -17.8

1.0am: No 2 Starboard and No 3 Port guns manned. Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

5.30am: Guns Crews Fall out.

1.0pm: Log sighted and found to be foul.

pm: Hands make and mend.

5.45pm: Lost overboard by accident one draw bucket.

6.45pm: Observed what appeared to be smoke bearing N80W, altered course N56W and increased to 70 revs.

6.50pm: Darken ship. 7.14pm: Proceeded 65 revs. Course S2E.

7.25pm: Man and Arm ship. No 1 Starboard and No 4 Port guns manned.

[Course and Distance made good: S19.25E, 353 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Clarence Bay, Ascension Island S21.5E, 552 miles]


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30 August 1914

Lat -4.6, Long -16.1

5.35am: Fall out Gun’s Crew.

8.0am: Altered course S22E for St Helena.

10.0am: Divisions. Read “Articles of War”.

10.30am: Divine Service held.

4.0pm: Quarters.

6.20pm: Darken ship. 6.45pm: Man and Arm ship. No 2 Starboard and No 3 Port guns manned.

7.20pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

7.45pm: Log foul.

11.0pm: No 1 Starboard and No 4 Port guns manned.

[Course and Distance made good: S18.5E, 329 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Anchorage St Helena Island S42E, 914 miles]


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31 August 1914

Lat -8.6, Long -12.6

[Time kept = 1 hour Slow of GMT]

4.0am: No 2 Starboard and No 3 Port Guns manned. Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

5.30am: Guns Crew Fall out.

am: Officers at gun drill. Gun Layers and Sight Setters at lecture. Fore top at gun and rifle drill. Remained [Remainder] as requisite.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Quarters. 4.15pm: Fire Stations. 4.25pm: Disperse. 4.30pm: Fire Stations. 4.40pm: Disperse.

5.15pm: Patent Log foul.

6.20pm: Darken ship. 6.30pm: Man and Arm ship. Shipping sprays over bows. Look outs from No 1 Port and Starboard guns posted on bridge.

[Course and Distance made good: S40.5E, 321 miles]

[South easterly wind force 4 or 5 all day, weather fine in am, showery and squally in pm, noon temperature 75F, sea temperature 78F]



LOGS FOR SEPTEMBER 1914


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1 September 1914

Lat -12.6, Long -8.8

[After 2am Time kept = 30 minutes Slow of GMT]

2.0am: Put clocks on 30 minutes. No 2 Starboard and No 3 Port guns manned. Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

5.45am: Guns crews “Fall out”.

9.20am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.25am: Exercised Action. 9.55am: Secure.

am: Six men from each Top for Mustering Bags. First Aid Class at Instructions. Fore Topmen at Rifle and Gun drill. Remainder as requisite. Sea Boats Crews at Signals.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Out Collision Mats.

5.0pm: Altered course S27E, Log 70.

6.30pm: Darkened Ship. 6.40pm: Manned and armed ship. No 2 Starboard and No 3 Port guns manned. Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: S43E, 323 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: 5 miles East of Barn Point St Helena S43E, 275 miles]


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2 September 1914

Lat -16.3, Long -4.7

[After 2am Time kept = GMT]

2.0am: Put clocks on 30 minutes. No 2 Starboard and No 3 Port guns manned.

5.50am: Observed St Helena The Barn [a geographical feature mentioned here] bearing S8W (Magnetic).

6.5am: Guns Crews Fall Out.

8.5am: St Helena The Barn abeam 20 miles, Log 278.

9.15am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.25am: General Quarters.

am: Officers at gun drill. Sea Boats crew at Signals.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Quarters. 4.30pm: Exercised stations abandon ship.

6.25pm: Darkened ship. 6.45pm: Manned and armed ship. Look out posted at each gun with two rounds of ammunition. Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: S47E, 327 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: 5 miles South of Cape of Good Hope S49E, 1657 miles]

[Weather mostly fine, noon temperature 68F, sea temperature 64F]


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3 September 1914

Lat -18.9, Long -0.3

[Note at top of page: Greenwich Mean Time]

1.0am: Look out posted at each gun.

5.45am: Return ammunition. Guns Crews Fall out.

am: Officers at Gunnery Lecture. Sea Boats Crew at Signals. Highest Numbers of guns crews at First Aid lecture. Quarter Deck men at Rifle exercise. Main Topmen muster bags. Remainder as requisite.

pm: Paid monthly allowance to ships company. Hands washed clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. 4.16pm: Exercised fire stations.

5.45pm: Junior Officers at flashing signal instruction.

6.15pm: Darkened ship. 6.30pm: Watch man and arm ship. Look out posted at each gun with two rounds of ammunition.

[Course and Distance made good: S48.75E, 330 miles]


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4 September 1914

Lat -23.6, Long 4.0

[Note at top of page: After 2am Time kept = 30 minute fast of GMT]

2.0am: Clocks put on 30 minutes.

6.0am: Guns Crews Return ammunition and fall out.

8.0am: Ship rolling to Westerly swell.

am: Exercised General Quarters, flooding decks for action, fire control, etc. Exercised classes of instruction, first aid, signals. Officers at gun drill, etc. Party mustering bags. Remainded [sic] cleaning Orlop Deck and as requisite.

2.0pm: Patent log foul. Made and mended clothes.

6.25pm: Darkened ship. 6.35pm: Manned and armed ship. Look out posted at each gun with two rounds of ammunition.

8.0pm and 10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: S48E, 325 miles]


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5 September 1914

Lat -27.2, Long 8.8

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2.0am: Put clocks on 30 minutes.

6.20am: Guns Crews Return ammunition and fall out.

am: Hands employed cleaning ship.

1.0pm: Make and mended [sic] clothes.

2.37pm: Observed a barque bearing ESE, altered course to intercept her.

3.20pm: Signalled the Norwegian 3-masted barque Silas of Grimstadt [Grimstad] from Padang.

3.24pm: Course S24E.

6.55pm: Darkened ship. 7.0pm: Manned and armed ship. Look outs posted at each gun with two rounds of ammunition.

8.0pm: Two foremost guns look outs posted on bridge.

9.0pm: Altered course S56E and increased to full speed for Port Nolloth.

11.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew. Shipping light water over bows.

[Course and Distance made good: S50.25E, 338 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: 5 miles South of Cape of Good Hope S48.75E, 663 miles]

[Squally southerly or south easterly wind force 4 all day, with showers at times, noon temperature 60F, sea temperature 59F]


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6 September 1914

Lat -28.8, Long 14.6

[Note at top of page: After 2am Time kept = 2 hours fast on GMT]

1.0am: Look outs from foremost guns posted on bridge.

2.0am: Clocks put on one hour.

7.0am: Guns Crews returned ammunition and fall out. Shipping water forward.

10.0am: Divisions. 10.30am: Performed Divine Service.

Noon: Shipping light water forward.

4.0pm: Altered course S48E. Evening Quarters.

4.45pm: Observed the land on port bow.

5.30pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

6.50pm: Cast lead 77/r [77 fathoms, rock].

7.15pm: Port Nolloth Light bearing S76E. Darkened ship.

7.30pm: Altered course S82E and reduced to 35 revs.

7.40pm: Manned and armed ship. Look out posted at each gun with two rounds of ammunition.

8.12pm: South. 8.35pm: Stopped. Manoeuvering ship in anchorage, while signalling to shore and to transports.

[8.20pm: SS City of Athens [probably this ship] left for Cape Town.

10.30pm: Course South. Engines Dead Slow. Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

Midnight: Altered course North.

[Course and Distance made good: S72E, 324 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Anchorage Port Nolloth S78E, 120 miles]


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THE VOYAGES OF HMS KINFAUNS CASTLE
Operations off South Africa

JP map Kinfauns Castle South Africa

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7 September 1914

At Port Nolloth

Lat -29.3, Long 16.8 [estimated]

[Note at top of page: Cape Standard Time 2 hours fast of GMT]

1.10am: Turned ship to South.

2.50am: Turned ship to North.

4.30am: Turned ship to South.

5.52am: Turned ship to North.

6.45am: Guns Crews fall out and return ammunition.

8.0am: Proceeded close in to anchorage.

8.21am: Thick fog. 8.35am: Fog cleared.

8.45am: Sent Boarding Officer to SS “Monarch” [there have been a number of ships of this name, it may be the ship listed here].

[Transports at anchor: “Colonial” of Liverpool [possibly Colonial (1) listed here], “Logician” [Logician (1) listed here] of Liverpool, “Monarch” of Liverpool, “Rosefield” of London, “Nautilus” of Cape Town [possibly this ship]; Sailing Ships: Norwegian “Aggi” of Lyngor, Norwegian “Marita” of Drammen

9.30am: General Quarters.

9.40am: Boat returned and hoisted.

10.0am: Disperse. Proceeded out of anchorage. Course N25W.

am: Officers at gun drill. Forecastlemen at gun drill. Gunlayers and Sightsetters at lecture. Remainder employed as requisite. Firemen painting funnel black.

0.30pm: Turned ship to North.

3.0pm: Engines Slow ahead, stood in to anchorage.

3.21pm: Engines Dead Slow.

4.30pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised abandon ship.

5.30pm: Stopped. 5.37pm: First gig away with mails to SS “Monarch”.

6.15pm: First Gig returned and hoisted. 6.20pm: Engines Dead slow.

6.48pm: Course NNW.

7.10pm: Darkened ship. 7.25pm: Manned and armed ship.

8.0pm: Turned ship to South.

9.0pm: Turned ship to North.

10.0pm: “Monarch” left for Cape Town.

11.0pm: Turned ship to South. Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: S78E, 120 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Port Nolloth Light House [listed here] N50E, 3 miles]

[Heavy dew early and late in day, misty during middle of day, noon temperature 54F, sea temperature 53F]


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8 September 1914

At Port Nolloth

Lat -29.3, Long 16.8 [estimated]

Midnight: Patrolling North and South 3 to 5 miles outside anchorage.

0.30am: Turned to North. Look outs posted at each gun with two rounds of ammunition.

2.35am: Turned ship to South. Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

4.19am: Turned ship to North.

6.40am: Guns Crew’s Return ammunition and fall out.

7.45am: Turned ship to South.

9.15am: Turning to North. Divisions.

9.30am: Exercised General Quarters, flooding decks for action, closed Watertight doors and scuttles, out collision mat, let go two life buoys, turned out No 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 boats, No 6 and 7 boats sent away to pick up life buoys.

9.46am: Stopped Engines.

10.8am: Engines dead slow. 10.26am: Secure. 10.30am: Course North. Hands employed rigging screens and cleaning decks.

1.50pm: Turned ship to South.

2.0pm: Port Watch Scrubbing hammocks.

3.5pm: Proceeded towards anchorage.

4.15pm: Stopped and sent away both gigs, racing.

4.25pm: Boats returned and hoisted. 4.45pm: Sighted a sail bearing W0.5W and steering East, turned ship round and proceeded towards her.

5.3pm: Course West, 70 revs.

5.50pm: Stopped close to barque “Heinz” of Hamburg [details here]. Ordered her to heave to. Fired blank. [Lat] 29 21 S, [Long] 16 39 E.

6.0pm: Sent Boarding Officer on board.

6.38pm: Sent prize crew on board. 6.40pm: Hoisted White Ensign in prize. 7.5pm: Sent away guess warp. 7.45pm: Hawser fast. Commenced towing.

8.0pm: Gig hoisted. Darkened ship.

8.9pm: Towing hawser parted. Ordered prize to make sail for anchorage. Manned and armed ship.

[Prize Crew: Lieutenant Gardner, Midshipman Squires, 1 Signalman, 9 Marines]

10.0pm: Signalled prize to steer SW by S till daylight and proceeded to anchorage.

10.20pm: Away first Gig to SS “Colonial”.

10.49pm: Gig returned and hoisted. Turned ship.

11.5pm: Course S60W, Engines Slow.

11.45pm: Course S36W.

Midnight: Prize S72W, 1 mile.

[Distance run through the Water: 56 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Port Nolloth Light House N40E, 3 miles]

[Weather fine and calm, noon temperature 59F, sea temperature 55F]


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9 September 1914

Lat -28.9, Long 16.7

0.30am: Look out posted at each gun with two rounds of ammunition.

4.0am: Port Nolloth Light bore N40E 15 miles. Prize bore SW by W 1.5 miles.

6.40am: Guns Crew Return ammunition and fall out.

7.0am: Hailed prize and gave instructions as to towing.

8.15am: Prize hove to. Stopped. Away first Gig.

9.40am: Set in fog, lost sight of prize.

10.10am: Sent away guess warp.

10.15am: Fog lifting, sighted prize.

11.55am: Guess warp carried away while prize was heaving tow rope on board.

Noon: Towing hawser 6” wire from Poop bollards round Starboard capstan and fast to 30 fathoms of Prizes Port cable]

1.20pm: Sent away guess warp.

1.50pm: Towing hawser all fast. Engines dead slow turning to course.

2.5pm: Small SS bearing N by W.

2.25pm: Proceeded 45 revs, Course S16W. 3.4pm: Reduced to 40 revs.

3.55pm: Turning to North. 4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

4.25pm: Signalled and fired blank. Stopped British SS “Magnet” of Cape Town. 4.30pm: Allowed her to proceed. Turned ship to course.

7.5pm: Navigation lights shown. 7.15pm: Darken ship. 7.25pm: Manned and Armed ship.

10.10pm: Prize yawed badly. Starboard Capstan carried away and “Heinz’s” cable parted. Stopped both engines. 4.7 Outfit box 1 in Number containing 2 cartridges and 1 common Shell knocked overboard.

11.30pm: Prize hidden by fog. Fog cleared.

[Course and Distance made good: S9W, 40 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Table Bay S20E, 253 miles]

[Dew, mist or fog for much of day]


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10 September 1914

Lat -31.7, Long 17.2

[Note at top of page: Cape Standard Time]

1.0am: Thick fog. 1.15am: Starboard gig away with guess warp to prize.

2.45am: Towing hawser fast to port capstan and upper deck bollards. 2.50am: Resumed towing. Course S16W, 30 Revs.

2.0am to 3.30am: Patches of fog. Whistle sounded as required.

6.30am: Guns Crew return ammunition and fall out.

7.0am: Ship rolling 10 degrees each way at times.

7.0am - 8.0am: Patches of fog. Whistle sounded as required.

8.0am: Increased to 36 revs.

9.15am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.30am: General Quarters. Exercised Casualties and striking wounded below. Armourers carrying out monthly inspection of breech blocks. Breech workers instructed in stripping them. Officers at gunnery lecture. Maintop [men] at gun and rifle drill. Party cleaning main deck.

1.0pm: Prize rolling heavily at times. Ship rolling 12 degrees each way.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

6.40pm: Navigation lights shown.

7.40pm: Darkened ship. 7.20pm: Manned and armed ship.

8.0pm: Ship rolling 10 degrees each way at times.

11.25pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: S12E, 109 miles]


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11 September 1914

Lat -34.2, Long 18.2

4.0am: Altered course South. 4.5am: Dassen Island Light bore S54E (Magnetic).

5.5am: Dassen Island Light bore S76E (Magnetic), 14.5 miles.

6.40am: Guns Crew fall out and return ammunition.

6.55am: Prize paid out to 45 fathoms. 7.0am: Increased to 40 revs.

7.20am: Altered course S6W. 7.35am: Increased to 42 revs.

9.21am: Duyker Point [Duyker Eiland] S27E (Magnetic).

9.30am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.50am: General Quarters. 10.15am: Secure. Quarter Deck [men] at gun drill. Remainder rigging derricks and preparing for coaling.

11.20am: Prize set lower topsails. 11.30am: Increased to 45 revs.

Noon: Slang Kop S85[E] (Magnetic), 12 miles.

1.0pm: Cape Point Light S58E (Magnetic), 14 miles, altered course S6W.

2.4pm: Cape Point Light N79E (M), 6 miles, altered course S61E.

2.48pm: Cape Point Light N27E (M), 4 miles, altered course N76E.

3.14pm: Cape Point Light N34W (M), 3.25 miles, altered course N11E.

4.7pm: Slow both engines. Shortening in tow.

4.20pm: Stopped. 5.0pm: Slipped prize and left in charge of tug. 5.3pm: Proceeded 60 revs. Courses as requisite.

[Tug HMS “Afrikander”]

5.25pm: Roman Rock to Starboard 3 cables. Engines slow.

5.35pm: Arrived at No 1 Buoy and picked up moorings.

[No 1 Moorings]

7.13pm: Prize arrived and anchored.

8.30pm: Ship Moored.

Draugh [Draught] on Arrival: 19’ 6” Forward, 27’ 6” Aft.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect, 160 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Cape Point Light House S62E, 19 miles]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 1431 Tons, Oil 1666 Gallons]

[Weather fine after early mist, noon temperature 62F, sea temperature 60F]


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12 September 1914

At Simons Town

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4 [estimated]

[Note at top of page: Cape Standard Time]

[No 1 Moorings]

6.30am: Hands fall in and rig coaling gear.

7.30am: Collier SS “Drumlanric” [probably Drumlanrig] alongside.

10.45am: C in C [Commander-in-Chief] boarded.

11.0am: C in C inspected ship’s company. Commenced coaling.

11.15am: C in C left ship.

1.30pm: Liberty men went ashore.

1.40pm: Took over No 62 Steamboat from Dockyard. Working party discharging Starboard capstan and part of “Heinz’s” cable.

6.30pm: Prize crew returned from “Heinz”. No 62 Steamboat not running owing to breakdown.

7.0pm: Liberty men returned. Drew fires in Steam boat.

11.30pm: Coaling continues.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 39 miles]


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13 September 1914

At Simons Town

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[No 1 Moorings]

0.30am: Coaling continues.

6.30am: Hands fall in and employed as requisite.

10.0am: Lit fires in steam boat.

1.30pm: Leave to port watch till 7pm. Landed patrol 1 Corporal and 4 Marines.

pm: Starboard watch coaling and taking in ammunition and stores.

7.0pm: Starboard watch ceased coaling.

7.30pm: Drew fires in steam boat.

11.0pm: Coaling continues.

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 1844 Tons, Oil 1639 Gallons]


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14 September 1914

At Simons Town

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[No 1 Moorings]

1.0am: Coaling continues. Armed sentrys [sic] posted round ship.

6.30am: Hands fall in. Told off parties for coaling, drawing stores from dockyard and cleaning mess decks.

8.10am: Transferred C-in-C’s flag from HMS “Astrae” [Astraea] to this ship. 8.15am: HMS “Astrae” [sic] sailed.

10.45am: Landed one ERA [Engine Room Artificer] to hospital.

0.30pm: Hands coaling ship and drawing Gunners Stores.

3.30pm: Leave to Starboard watch till 7pm.

4.0pm: Landed patrol 8 marines, 1 NCO [Non-Commissioned Officer] in charge of Lieutenant.

5.0pm: Watch coaling ship and getting in provisions.

7.0pm: Provisions on board. Patrol returned.

9.0pm: Watch coaling ship.

10.30pm: Finished lighter aft. 10.45pm: Finished lighter forward.

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 2628 Tons, Oil 1633 gallons]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 69F]


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15 September 1914

At Simons Town

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[No 1 Moorings]

0.30am: Armed sentry on Poop.

2.0am: Coaling continues with frequent delays at No 8 hatch owing to trimming.

6.30am: Hands employed coaling.

am: Discharged one Marine to hospital.

pm: Watch coaling ship. Fitters from dockyard working on capstan.

3.45pm: Leave to port watch till 6.30pm.

4.0pm: Landed patrol 6 Marines, 1 NCO in charge of Lieutenant.

6.45pm: Liberty men returned.

7.0pm: Drew fires in Steam boat.

9.0pm: Watch coaling ship.

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 3175 Tons, Oil 1626 gallons]


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16 September 1914

At Simons Town

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[No 1 Moorings]

1.0am: Armed sentry on Poop. Watch coaling ship.

4.0am; Lit fires in steam boat.

6.30am: Hands coaling ship.

10.30am: Finished coaling. Received 2490 tons.

1.0pm: Collier SS “Drumlanric” [sic] left. Port watch empting [emptying] coal bags. Remainder clean ship.

7.30pm: Steam boat drew fires.

8.30pm: Armed sentrys [sic] posted.

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 3655 Tons, Oil 1620 gallons]


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17 September 1914

At Simons Town

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[No 1 Moorings]

4.15am: Lit fires in Steam boat.

6.30am: Hands clean ship.

am: Hands cleaning ship and guns. Sent parts of Starboard capstan ashore.

pm: Hands cleaning ship and guns. Scrubbing ship’s side.

4.0pm: Leave to Starboard watch till 6.30[pm]. Landed patrol.

6.30pm: Liberty men on board.

8.0pm: Armed sentrys posted.

9.0pm: All unnecessary lights extinguished.


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18 September 1914

At Simons Town

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[No 1 Moorings]

0.30am: Armed sentrys posted round ship.

6.30am: Hands employed cleaning ship and hoisting boats.

9.20am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.35am: Exercised General Quarters, closed all scuttles and watertight doors, flooded decks, out collision mat, Exercised abandon ship, all boats away.

10.35am: Hands hoisting boats, cleaning ships side and as requisite. Gunlayers and Sight Setters at aiming rifle.

pm: Hands employed cleaning ships side and mess decks, painting gig. Gun layers and Sight Setters at aiming rifle. Fresh water received 660 tons.

5.0pm: Drew fires in Steam boat and returned her to Dockyard.

[Weather fine, noon temperature 71F]


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19 September 1914

At Simons Town [though actually leaving]

Lat -34.3, Long 18.5

[No 1 Moorings]

6.30am: Hands scrubbing decks and ships side.

8.0am: Drew steam boat from dockyard and lit fires.

10.30am: Returned steam boat to dockyard and drew fires.

[Draught 26’ 0” Forward, 27’ 8” Aft]

11.14am: Slipped moorings and turned ship around.

11.20am: Hoisted gig. 11.25am: Proceeded to sea.

11.35am: Roman Rock N76E, 3 cables, set course S8E.

11.48am: Bakkhoven [Bakkoven] Rock West 2 cables, altered course S8W.

0.30pm: Cape Point Light N34W, 4 miles, altered course S74W.

0.46pm: Cape Point Light N27E, 4 miles, altered course N40W and set log.

1.15pm: Exercised General Quarters. 1.30pm: Secure.

2.30pm: Altered course N8E. Slang Kop bearing S85E, 17 miles.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. 4.30pm: Secure.

5.15pm: SS bearing ENE bound SE.

6.29pm: Small SS bearing N5W.

6.44pm: SS Fired a gun. 6.45pm: “Action”. Fired blank. Found SS to be a whaler (H49?) fast to a whale.

7.10pm: Secure. 7.12pm: Watch Manned and Armed ship. Darkened ship.

8.20pm: Altered course N7E.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 7 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Cape Point Light House S13W, 5 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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20 September 1914

Lat -29.1, Long 15.7

0.30am: Look out at each gun with two rounds of ammunition.

6.30am: Guns Crews return ammunition and fall out. Hands scrubbing decks.

10.0am: Divisions. 10.5am: Performed Divine Service.

10.20am: Sighted a lighter bearing NE by E. 10.30am: Engines to slow. 10.35am: Passed lighter loaded and battened down but showing no marks. [Lat] 29 16 S, [Long] 15 44 E.

10.45am: Turned to port and steamed around lighter. Exercised Action. Carried out target practice and sunk lighter.

11.10am: Cease fire. Proceeded Full Speed, Course N7E.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. 4.11pm: Disperse.

7.25pm: Darkened ship. 7.35pm: Manned and Armed ship.

8.0pm: Ship rolling 8 degrees each way.

Midnight: Altered course N12E.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 368 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: 30 miles West of Diaz Point Light N23W, 61 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]

[South easterly wind force 5 or 6 from late am, with sea state rough for most of day, weather fine, noon temperature 58F, sea temperature 64F]


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21 September 1914

Lat -23.0, Long 14.2

[Note at top of page: Cape Standard Time]

1.0am: Look outs at each gun with two rounds of ammunition.

6.40am: Guns Crew Fall out and return ammunition.

am: Party cleaning out After Flat. Marines cleaning rifles. Remainder as requisite.

[Sounding regularly from 0.15pm to 1.0pm]

0.45pm: Altered course S66E. Reduced to 30 revs.

1.0pm: Observed the land on Starboard bow. 1.5pm: Altered course S77E, 60 revs.

1.20pm: Altered course East. 1.44pm: Pelican Point Beacon S56E. 1.27pm: Altered course N79E.

1.44pm: Rounded Pelican Point distant 1.5 miles.

2.13pm: Stopped. 2.17pm: Anchored in 6 fathoms and veered to 2 shackles on Port Cable. Steam at 10 minutes notice.

[Anchored Walfisch Bay [Walvis Bay, Namibia]

[Anchor Bearings: Red and White Beacon N43W, Beacon N71W, Church Steeple S13W]

3.45pm: HMS “Armadale Castle” sailed. Hands getting kedge anchor ready.

7.35pm: Darkened ship.

7.45pm: Manned and armed ship. Sentrys [sic] at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 386 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Pelican Point N55E, 15.5 miles]

[Number on sick list: 6]

[Mist from 7am onwards, noon temperature 54F, sea temperature 55F]


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H.M.S “Kinfauns Castle”

At Walfish Bay

September, 22nd, 1914

Sir,

You having agreed to hire the Whaler “VAILA” to me from day to day, I shall be glad if you will kindly confirm the following arrangements which have been agreed upon between us.

1. The hire to commence at 9 a.m. on the 22nd September, 1914.

2. The Whaler to be retained by me from day to day as required.

3. Coal, water and crew to be provided by His Majesty’s Ship under my command.

4. On behalf of the Admiralty I undertake all responsibility for loss or damage.

5. The hire to cease from the time at which she is returned to you.

6. The rate of hire to be settled by arbitration. The arbitration board to consist of three members, one nominated by the Admiralty, one by the Durban Whaling Company, and the third to be mutually agreed upon by the Admiralty and Durban Whaling Company.

I enclose duplicate of this letter for you to retain and will be obliged if you will note your concurrence on the original letter and return it to me.

I have the honour to be,

Sir,

Your obedient Servant,

(sgd) [signed] D.B. Crampton

Captain, M.V.O., R.N.


Captain Olufsen,

S.S. “Pentaur”

DURBAN WHALING COMPANY.

I beg to confirm the foregoing

(sgd) E. OLUFSEN


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22 September 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5 [rough estimate]

0.30am: Sentrys [sentries] at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

6.35am: Guns crew Fall out and return ammunition.

9.20am: Two whalers alongside. 9.25am: Divisions, Prayers. 9.35am: General Quarters.

10.0am: Observed what appeared to be two ships at anchor off.

10.12am: Whaler “Vaila” left to reconnoitre off Swakopmund, manned from this ship.

10.25am: Anchor aweigh. Course N24E, 60 revs. 10.55am: Turned to port, Course S21W.

11.25am: Arrived at anchorage. 11.30am: Anchored in 6 fathoms, one shackle on Starboard cable.

[Anchor Bearings: Pelican Beacon N43W, Church S12W, Eastern Beacon S86E]

[Supplied to “Vaila”: 30 lbs Fresh Meat, 36 lbs Bread]

pm: Washed and mended clothes.

3.40pm: SS “Vaila” returned from Swakopmund and came alongside.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Fire Stations.

6.0pm: SS “Vaila” left to take up patrol.

7.35pm: Darkened ship. 7.40pm: Manned and armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 19 miles]


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23 September 1914


At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

0.30am: Sentry at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

6.20am: Observed SS “Vaila” going East. On look out. 6.30am: Secure.

8.25am: SS “Vaila” returned and moored alongside.

9.30am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.45am: General Quarters. Exercised Out collision mat, Abandon Ship.

am: Hands employed cleaning ship and as requisite.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

[Supplied to “Vaila”: 1 lb Tea, 1 lb Coffee, 2 lbs Sugar, 4 lbs Cheese, 2 lbs Butter, 35 lbs Fresh Meat, 36 lbs Bread, 2 Tins Milk]

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

6.0pm: SS “Vaila” left to take up patrol.

7.30pm: Darkened ship. 7.40pm: Manned and armed ship.

[Misty all am, fine in afternoon, noon temperature 55F]


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24 September 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.7, Long 14.5

1.0am: Sentry at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

6.10am: Observed SS “Vaila”. 6.15am: On look out.

6.35am: Guns Crews Return ammunition and fall out.

7.10am: SS “Vaila” returned and moored alongside.

7.38am: Shore signal “Enemy reported”. Sent “Vaila” in to Settlement.

8.44am: Anchor aweigh.

9.20am: Proceeded to Swakopmund. Course N2E, 60 Revs.

10.18am: Altered course N34E. 10.23am: Altered course N2E. 10.31am: Full Speed.

10.35am: Rounded Submarine Buoy distant 0.75 miles.

10.55am: Engines Slow, altered course SE.

11.3am: Customs Pier S15E (Magnetic) 8 cables. Fired 9 rounds (Common Shell) at end of Pier.

11.11am: Ceased fire. Observed Flag of Truce ashore.

0.20pm: Boat alongside with Town Officials, The Judge, Mayor and a member of the Town Council brought flag of truce on board.

0.25pm: Flag of Truce left with information that pier would be shelled at 2-0[pm].

2.2pm: Commenced firing at Customs Pier. Pier bearing S5E (Magnetic) 8.5 cables.

2.23pm: Ceased fire and turned to port. Pier smouldering and cranes wrecked.

[Expended 38 Common and 16 Lyddite shelling Pier.

2.30pm: Proceeded 60 revs. Course N56W.

2.50pm: Submarine Buoy to port 1.25 miles. 3.2pm: Altered course S34W. 3.40pm: Altered course S27E.

4.25pm: Altered course: S12W. Engines Slow. 4.35pm: Stopped.

4.35pm: Anchored in 5.5 fathoms, one shackle of Starboard cable. Steam at ten minutes notice. Sent “Vaila” to tow and anchor lighters off shore.

[Anchor Bearings: Pelican Beacon N42W, Church S12W, Eastern Beacon East]

7.30pm: Darkened ship. 7.40pm: Manned and armed ship.

8.10pm: SS “Vaila” alongside.

[Supplied to “Vaila”: 1 lbs Tea, 1 lbs Coffee, 2 lbs Sugar, 2 lbs Cheese, 2 lbs Butter, 1 lbs Cocoa, 50 Eggs, 2 Tins Milk, 30 lbs Fresh Meat, 36 lbs Bread]

8.30pm: Sent “Vaila” out on a N.05E bearing to anchorage in 12 fathoms.

10.50pm: Weighed anchor. Shifted ship 4 cables NNE.

11.0pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 6 fathoms, first shackle on board.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect, 22 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Swakopmund Light House S55E, 1.25 miles]


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25 September 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5 [estimated]

0.30am: Sentry at each gun with rifle and megaphones.

5.10am: Observed what appeared to be a flare up light from Settlement. Burnt both searchlights but could see nothing on account of mist.

6.20am: Sent “Vaila” in to Settlement.

6.25am: On lookout. Guns Crews return ammunition and fall out.

7.30am: “Vaila” returned and reported all quiet.

9.44am: Weighed anchor and proceeded towards cable hut.

10.30am: Anchored (Starboard) in 6 fathoms, first shackle on board. Watch man and arm ship.

[Anchor Bearings: Church S51W, Eastern Beacon S52E]

10.35am: Sent gig away with Electrician and ST [Signal Telegraphist] to examine cable. “Vaila” anchored close in shore.

[Landing covered by ship and “Vaila” close in shore]

11.30am: Weighed anchor.

11.33am: Gig returned. Reported cables damaged and recently cut.

11.40am: Proceeded to anchorage.

0.35pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 5.5 fathoms, first shackle on board.

[Anchor Bearings: Pelican Beacon N46W, Church S11W, Eastern Beacon S87E]

0.40pm: “Vaila” alongside.

1.45pm: Commenced coaling “Vaila”.

3.40pm: Finished coaling “Vaila”. Supplied 20 Tons to SS “Vaila”.

5.0pm: Evening Quarters. 5.10pm: Disperse.

6.4pm: “Vaila” left to anchor off Pelican Point.

7.15pm: “Vaila” anchored bearing N9E, 3 miles.

7.30pm: Darkened ship. 7.40pm: Manned and Armed ship.

[Supplied to “Vaila”: 1 lbs Tea, 1 lbs Cocoa, 2 lbs Sugar, 4 lbs Cheese, 4 lbs Butter, 30 lbs Fresh Meat, 36 lbs Bread, 40 Eggs, 2 Tins Milk, 3 Tins Meat, 1 Tins Ox Tongue]

pm: Emergency Stores supplied to “Vaila”: 8 lbs Tea, 8 lbs Coffee, 8 lbs Cocoa, 40 lbs Sugar, 25 lbs Peas, 25 lbs Calavances [beans], 112 lbs Biscuits, 6 lbs Butter, 72 lbs Preserved Beef, 16 Tins Condensed Milk, 6 Tins Jam (14 oz), 2.75 Gallons Rum.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 23 miles]

[Misty early and late in day, noon temperature 62F]


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26 September 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

0.30am: Sentry at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

6.10am: Signalled “Vaila” to close.

6.25am: On look outs. 6.30am: Guns Crews Return Ammunition and fall out.

6.55am: Sent “Vaila” in to Settlement.

8.25am: “Vaila” alongside.

9.0am: “Vaila” left for Settlement.

am: Hands cleaning ship. Painting second Gig.

1.13pm: “Vaila” alongside.

1.37pm: “Eveline” (Harbour launch) alongside and handed over 10 Native prisoners.

2.17pm: “Vaila” left to reconnoitre along the shore.

2.50pm: Port Watch “Manned and Armed” ship.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. 4.15pm: Disperse.

6.0pm: White British Subjects evacuated Settlement and went on board hulk.

[45 lbs Fresh Meat sent to Hulk “Brutus” [mentioned in article here]]

6.15pm: “Vaila” alongside.

6.35pm: “Vaila” left to anchor off and guard pier and approach to Settlement.

7.30pm: Darkened ship. 7.35pm: Motor boat alongside with 3 Native prisoners.

7.50pm: Manned and Armed ship.

[Supplied to “Vaila”: 1 lb Tea, 2 lb Sugar, 1 lbs Cocoa, 32 lbs Bread, 2 Tins Milk]

9.30pm: “Eveline” made fast alongside. Motor boat alongside “Vaila”.


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27 September 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

0.30am: Sentry at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

6.30am: On day look out. 6.40am: Guns Crews Return ammunition and fall out.

7.30am: Sent “Eveline” to hulk.

8.20am: White British Subjects left the hulk for Settlement.

9.50am: 10 Native prisoners sent ashore after punishment.

10.0am: “Vaila” alongside. Divisions. 10.30am: Performed Divine Service.

11.0am: “Vaila” left to anchor off and guard Pier.

pm: Supplied to “Vaila”: 2 lbs Coca, 1 lbs Tea, 1 lbs Coffee, 2 lbs Sugar, 3 lbs Salt Butter, 5 lbs Cheese, 7 lbs Jam, 32 lbs Bread, 2 Tins Milk.

6.15pm: “Eveline” took White British Subjects to hulk.

7.30pm: Darkened ship. 7.35pm: Veered cable to first shackle awash.

7.40pm: Manned and Armed ship. 7.50pm: “Evelyn” fast astern.

[Weather mostly fine, south westerly wind force 4 or 5 for much of pm, noon temperature 63F]


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28 September 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5 [estimated]

2.0am: Hove first Shackle on board.

6.25am: On lookouts. 6.35am: Return Arms.

6.45am: Sent “Eveline” to hulk.

8.30am: “Vaila” alongside.

9.5am: Anchor aweigh. Turned ship to NE. “Vaila” left to anchor off Pier. 9.10am: Course N36E, 40 revs.

9.25am: Stopped and dropped target. Pelican Beacon N84E (Magnetic) 3.25 miles.

9.35am: Commenced target practise with .303 aiming from No 3 Starboard.

[As requisite Steaming round target]

9.40am: Heard two and 10.5 heard one heavy and distant explosions from the direction of Swakopmund.

11.30am: Cease firing. 11.54am: Picket up target and proceeded to anchorage.

0.19pm: Stop. 0.22pm: Anchored (Port) in 6.5 fathoms, first shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearings: Pelican Beacon N46E, Church S14W, Eastern Beacon S87E]

pm: Hands made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. 4.10pm: Out collision mat. Disperse.

6.26pm: “Eveline” took White British Subjects to hulk “Brutus”.

7.15pm: “Evelyn” [sic] made fast astern.

7.35pm: Darkened ship. 7.40pm: Manned and Armed ship.

pm: Supplied to “Vaila”: 1 lbs Cocoa, 1 lbs Coffee, 2 lbs Sugar, 3 lbs Butter, 5 lbs Cheese, 48 lbs Bread, 2 Tins Milk.

[Distance run through the Water: 12 miles]


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29 September 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5 [estimated]

3.15am: Hove first shackle to windlass.

6.25am: On day look outs. 6.35am: Return Arms.

6.45am: Sent “Eveline” to hulk “Brutus”.

8.40am: “Vaila” alongside.

9.0am: Weighed anchor. 9.10am: Vaila left to guard pier.

9.15am: Proceeded 40 revs. 9.20am: Divisions and Prayers.

9.30am: Exercised Action. 9.35am: Dropped target. Pelican Beacon bearing N80W, 2.5 miles.

9.50am: Gun Layers and Sight Setters firing with .303 aiming rifle from No 3 Starboard Gun. Ship steaming round target at 8 knots.

10.55am: Cease firing. 11.15am: Picked up target.

11.25am: Lowered gig and picked up “Vaila’s” West Buoy. 11.30am: Proceeded to anchorage.

0.10pm: Anchored (Port) in 6.75 fathoms, first shackle awash.

pm: Supplied to “Vaila”: 1 lbs Tea, 1 lbs Cocoa, 2 lbs Sugar, 3 lbs Butter, 5 lbs Cheese, 40 lbs Fresh Meat, 32 lbs Bread, 2 Tins Milk, 1 Tins Ox Tongue.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Out Collision Mat and Fire Stations.

6.45pm: “Eveline” made fast astern.

10.30pm: Veered to second Shackle.

[Anchor Bearings: Pelican Beacon N46W, Church S15W, Eastern Beacon S88E]

[Distance run through the Water: 17 miles]

[South westerly wind force 4 to 6 from noon, weather fine though squally in pm]


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30 September 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.4 [observed]

2.30am: Hove in to first Shackle.

6.30am: On lookouts. 6.35am: Sent “Eveline” to hulk “Brutus”. 6.40am: Return Arms.

7.40am: “Vaila” alongside. 7.45am: British Subject returned to Settlement.

8.39am: “Vaila” left to moor lighters.

9.20am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.30am: General Quarters.

11.10am: Sighted a sail bearing West.

11.30am: Weighed anchor and proceeded to sea. Working up to 65 revs.

11.48am: Rounded Pelican Point distant 1 mile.

11.53am: Course S60W, 65 revs.

0.29pm: Passed fishing cutter “Nerbudda” of Cape Town [there have been a number of ships of this name]. 0.30pm: Turned to Starboard to N59E.

0.44pm: Altered course N75E. 1.5pm: Rounded Pelican Point, distant 1 mile.

1.32pm: Stop. 1.35pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 6.5 fathoms, 1.5 shackles awash.

[Anchor Bearings: Pelican Beacon N34W, Settlement Beacon S5W, Eastern Beacon S77E]

2.13pm: “Vaila” alongside. 2.23pm: Commenced coaling “Vaila”.

[Supplied 5 Tons Coal to SS “Vaila”]

2.44pm: Cutter “Nerbudda” arrived in port.

3.2pm: Finished coaling “Vaila”.

3.40pm: Sent “Vaila” to pier.

5.35pm: Embarked White British Subjects from “Vaila”. The Magistrate, 5 men, 3 women, 8 children. Total 17. “Vaila” moored alongside.

7.30pm: Darkened ship. 7.40pm: Manned and Armed ship.

pm: Supplied to “Vaila”: 1 lb Cocoa, 2 lb Sugar, 3 lb Butter, 140 lb Potatoes, 40 lb Fresh Meat, 32 lb Bread, 2 Tins Milk.

[Distance run through the Water: 7 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Pelican Beacon N82E, 1.5 miles]

[Draught: 24’ 10” Forward, 27’ 0” Aft]



LOGS FOR OCTOBER 1914


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1 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

[Note at top of page: Cape Standard Time]

0.30am: Sentry at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

6.25am: On look outs. 6.35am: Return Arms.

6.55am: “Vaila” took White British Subjects ashore.

8.25am: Observed strange craft in offing.

8.39am: Weighed and turned to port. 8.42am: “Action”.

8.52am: Proceeded to sea at 60 revs.

9.0am: Signalled and fired blank. 9.10am: Steamed round the British Auxillary [Auxiliary] SS “Yves” of Kerguelen and gave her permission for her to come into port.

9.12am: Proceeded to anchorage.

9.33am: Anchored (Starboard) in 6.25 fathoms, 1.5 shackles awash.

[am: Officers at Gun Drill, Marines at Infantry Drill, Classes First Aid]

10.10am: Yves anchored in the port.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

5.50pm: Weighed anchor to assist disembarkation of Families from “Vaila”.

[The Magistrate, 3 Men, 3 Women, 8 Children]

6.25pm: Anchored (Starboard) 1.5 shackles in 6 fathoms.

[Anchored: Eastern Beacon S81E, Church S4W, Pelican Beacon N47W]

6.30pm: “Vaila” left with party of 8 Marines to prevent looting at Settlement.

7.30pm: Darkened Ship. 7.40pm: Manned and Armed Ship.

pm: Supplied to “Vaila”: 70 lbs Potatoes, 50 lbs Fresh Meat, 32 lbs Bread.

[Distance run through the Water: 23 miles]


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2 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

1.25am: Hove first shackle to windlass.

6.50am: “Vaila” alongside.

7.2am: “Eveline” left with British Subjects.

7.13am: “Vaila” left to anchor off and guard Settlement.

9.30am: Exercised General Quarters, Out Collision Mat, Away all boats and Fire Stations.

am: Officers at Pistol Drill. Classes First Aid.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

5.45pm: White British Subjects embarked from “Vaila”.

[The Magistrate, 3 Men, 4 Women, 13 Children]

6.20pm: Vaila left with 8 Marines and 1 NCO to anchor off and guard Settlement.

7.30pm: Darkened Ship. 7.45pm: Manned and Armed Ship.

pm: Supplied to “Vaila”: 2 lbs Cocoa, 1 lbs Coffee, 1 lbs Chicory, 1 lbs Tea, 2 lbs Sugar, 4 lbs Butter, 32 lbs Bread.


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3 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

7.0am: “Vaila” alongside. Marines relieved by Seamen.

7.15am: Families left in “Eveline”.

7.18am: “Vaila” returned to her station.

am: Hands cleaning ship and guns.

1.15pm: Paid monthly allowance to Ship’s Company.

2.35pm: Observed Cutter “Nerbudda” bearing N by W.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. 4.5pm: Read Warrant No 1.

5.45pm: “Vaila” alongside with White Families from Settlement.

[The Magistrate, 3 Men, 4 Women, 13 Children]

6.30pm: “Vaila” left with 8 Marines and 1 NCO to anchor off and guard Settlement.

pm: Supplied to “Vaila”: 7 lbs Jam, 6 lbs Preserved Meat, 32 lbs Bread, 1 Tin Milk]


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4 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

6.20am: “Eveline” alongside. 6.25am: On look outs.

6.30pm: Return Arms. “Eveline” left with White Families.

6.55am: “Vaila” alongside with Marines relieved by Seamen.

7.10am: “Vaila” returned to her Station.

10.0am: Divisions. Captain inspected Ship’s Company.

10.25am: Performed Divine Service.

Noon: Cutter “Nerbudda” entered the port.

0.40pm: Veered to second shackle.

5.35pm: Weighed anchor to assist disembarkation of Families from “Vaila”.

[The Magistrate, 3 Men, 4 Women, 13 Children]

6.0pm: “Vaila” left with 1 NCO and 8 Marines to guard Settlement.

6.30pm: Anchored in 6.75 fathoms and veered to three shackles.

[Anchor Bearings: Pelican Beacon N51W, Lagoon Beacon S3W, Church S13W]

pm: Supplied to Vaila: 2 lbs Coca, 2 lbs Tea, 5 lbs Sugar, 1 lbs Cocoa (Officers), 4 lbs Butter, 52 lbs Fresh Meat, 32 lbs Bread, 4 Tins Milk.


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5 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

0.30am: Sentry at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

3.20am: Hove first shackle to windlass.

6.20am: “Eveline” alongside. On lookouts.

6.30am: Return Arms. “Eveline” left with White Families.

7.0am: “Vaila” alongside. Marines relieved by Seamen.

7.30am: “Vaila” left to moor lighters.

9.0am: Weighed anchor and proceeded to firing ground.

9.15am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.30am: Exercised General Quarters.

9.25am: Dropped target, Pelican Beacon N82W, 2.5 miles and steamed round it at 8 knots.

9.35am: Gun Layers and Sight Setters commenced firing with .303 aiming rifle from No 2 Port.

11.10am: Cease fire.

11.30am: Picked up target.

0.10pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 6.5 fathoms, first shackle on board.

[Anchor Bearings: Pelican Beacon N46W, Church S14W, Eastern Beacon S87E]

1.50am: “Vaila” alongside for coal. Supplied 5 tons of coal to “Vaila”.

4.55pm: “Vaila” left.

5.45pm: “Vaila” alongside with Families.

[The Magistrate, 3 Men, 4 Women, 13 Children]

6.30pm: “Vaila” left with 1 NCO and 8 Marines to anchor off and guard Settlement.

7.0pm: Veered to second shackle on board.

7.30pm: Darkened Ship. 7.40pm: Manned and Armed Ship.

10.40pm: Hove first shackle on board.

[Distance run through the Water: 19 miles]

[Misty for most of day, noon temperature 61F]


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6 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

6.45am: “Eveline” alongside. 6.55am: “Eveline” left with White Families. “Vaila” alongside. Marines relieved by Seamen.

7.20am: “Vaila” left to moor lighters.

am: Fore Top men at Rifle Drill. Foc’ks’le [Forecastle] men scaling and painting. Gunners party. Remainder Port Watch cleaning flats and Starboard Watch cleaning Mess Decks.

pm: Hands scrub and wash clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Out collision mat and out Boats.

6.30pm: “Vaila” alongside with White Families.

[The Magistrate, 1 Man, 3 Women, 13 Children]

7.15pm: “Vaila” left with 1 NCO and 8 Marines to guard Settlement.

7.30pm: Darkened Ship. 7.40pm: Manned and Armed Ship.

pm: Supplied to Vaila: 2 lbs Tea, 2 lbs Coffee, 2 lbs Cocoa, 4 lbs Butter, 5 lbs Sugar, 70 lbs Potatoes, 30 lbs Fresh Meat, 32 lbs Bread, 3 Tins Milk.

[Distance run through the water: 1 mile]

[Misty all day, noon temperature: 57F]


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7 October 1914

[At and leaving Walfisch Bay, though not stated in log]

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

0.30am: Sentry at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

6.20am: “Vaila” alongside with lighter.

6.45am: “Vaila” left with White Families.

am: Supplied to “Vaila”: 1 lbs Tea, 1 lbs Coffee, 1 lbs Cocoa, 2 lbs Sugar, 2 lbs Butter, 31 lbs Fresh Meat, 64 lbs Bread, 2 Tins Milk.

10.0am: Divisions and Prayers. 10.10am: Exercised General Quarters.

am: Classes First Aid and Company Drill. Remainder Scrubbing Canvas Gear and as requisite.

10.30am: Vaila alongside.

11.13am: “Vaila” left to moor lighter.

1.50pm: “Vaila” alongside with lighter also brought White Families and Cape Boys.

[Refugees: The Magistrate, 14 Men, 4 Women, 13 Children, 10 Cape Boys]

2.45pm: Finished unloading lighter.

3.5pm: “Vaila” took lighter to moorings.

3.9pm: Weighed anchor. 3.10pm: Course N2E. Working up to 73 revs.

3.26pm: Altered course N66W. 3.45pm: Altered course S61W and set log, [Lat] 22 58 S, [Long] 14 25 E.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Stations Abandon Ship.

pm: Fog signal as required.

7.0pm: Altered course S27W. 7.30pm: Darkened Ship. 7.40pm: Manned and Armed Ship.

9.40pm: Reduced to 40 revs. Fog Signals sounded.

10.37pm: Increased to 50 revs. Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

11.30pm: Reduced to 40 revs.

[Draught: 25’ 0” Forward, 27’ 4” Aft]

[Fog, thick at times, almost all day, noon temperature 54F]


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8 October 1914

[Returning to Walfisch Bay, though not stated in log]

Lat -24.2, Long 14.0

0.30am: Fog Signal sounded.

1.40am: Altered course S13W. 1.50am: Increased to 60 revs. 2.0am: Full Speed.

2.50am: Reduced to 40 revs.

4.12am: Altered course N31E for Walfisch Bay 25 20 S, 13 52 E.

6.0am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew. 6.25am: On look outs. 6.30am: Secure.

6.53am: Increased to 70 revs.

7.30am: Reduced to 35 revs.

9.20am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.30am: General Quarters.

am: Gun Layers and Sight Setters at First Aid. Sea Boats Crews at Signals. Officers and Fourth Division at Ammunition Class, Marines at Infantry Drill. Remainder clean ship.

11.0am: Increased to 60 revs. 11.27am: Reduced to 35 revs.

0.45pm: Reduced to 30 revs.

3.20pm: Fog clearing. Increased to 60 revs. 3.25pm: Increased to 70 revs.

3.30pm: Lat DR [Dead Reckoning] 23 48 S, Long observed 13 55 E.

4.0pm: Altered course N45E. Evening Quarters. Exercised Fire Stations.

5.15pm: Observed the land bearing East.

5.43pm: Altered course N79E. Engines Full Speed.

6.30pm: Altered course N45E. 6.35pm: Pelican Beacon bore N58E.

7.10pm: Altered course N59E. 7.29pm: Pelican Light S10E 1.5 miles, altered course S67E.

7.35pm: Darkened Ship.

7.41pm: Pelican Light S78W, 2 miles, altered course S11W.

7.50pm: Stopped. 7.53pm: Anchored (Port) in 8 fathoms, first shackle awash.

8.0pm: Manned and Armed Ship.

Draught on Arrival 24’ 10” Forward, 27’ 3” Aft.

[Distance run through the Water: 231 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: 1.5 miles North of Pelican Beacon N18E, 84 miles]

[Fog, thick at times, until 4pm, then misty, noon temperature 57F, sea temperature 58F]


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9 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

0.30am: Sentry at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

4.30am: Hove first shackle on board.

[Anchor Bearings] [Pelican Beacon N67W, Church S4W, East Beacon S68E]

6.20am: On look out. 6.25am: Return Arms.

9.20am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.30am: Exercised General Quarters Small Fires [?].

am: Officers at Pistol Drill. Hands employed cleaning ship and as requisite.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters Out collision mats.

5.50pm: Shore boat alongside with message for Captain.

6.15pm: Shore boat left.

7.30pm: Darkened Ship. 7.38pm: Manned and Armed Ship.

8.45pm: Veered to second Shackle on board.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 89 miles]


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10 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay [though not stated in log]

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

5.30am: Hove first shackle to windlass.

5.45am: Turned out and lowered Nos 1 and 2 Life Boats to Quarter Deck rail.

6.20am: On day look outs. 6.25am: Return Arms.

7.15am: Ship dragging with wind abeam. Veered cable to second shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearings] [Pelican Beacon N57W, Church S3W, Chimney S24E]

am: Saturday Routine. Hands cleaning ship and guns and scrubbing decks.

1.15pm: Weighed anchor and shifted ship towards Settlement.

1.40pm: Anchored (Port) in 6.5 fathoms, second shackle to windlass.

[Anchor Bearings] [East Beacon S85E, Church S6W, Pelican Beacon N44W]

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

7.30pm: Hoisted and secured Nos 1 and 2 Life Boats. 7.33pm: Darkened Ship. 7.45pm: Manned and Armed Ship.

9.45pm: Exercised Watch man port guns.


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11 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

0.30am: Sentry at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

2.40am: Exercised Watch man port guns.

5.45am: Turned out and lowered Nos 2 and 3 Life Boats to Quarter Deck rail.

6.20am: On look outs. Return Arms.

9.15am: Second Gig away with Port Foreman to extinguish Pelican Point Light.

10.0am: Divisions. Captain inspected Ship’s Company.

10.30am: Performed Divine Service.

11.0am: Second Gig returned and hoisted.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

7.25pm: Hoisted and turned in Nos 2 and 3 Life Boats.

7.35pm: Darkened Ship. 7.45pm: Manned and Armed Ship.

10.30pm: Exercised Watch man Starboard guns.

[Distance run through the Water: 2 miles]

[Weather fine after early mist, south westerly wind force 4 in pm, noon temperature 61F]


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12 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5 [estimated]

2.40am: Exercised Watch man port guns.

5.45am: Turned out and lowered Nos 2 and 3 Life boats to Quarter Deck rail.

9.8am: Weighed anchor and turned ship. 9.20am: Proceeded to firing ground. Hoisted and turned in Nos 2 and 3 Boats.

9.40am: Dropped target. Pelican Light S86W, 1.5 miles. Exercised General Quarters.

9.48am: Commenced firing with 1 inch aiming rifle from No 2 gun Port. Ship steaming round target at varying speeds.

11.34am: Cease firing and picked up target. Gun Layers and Sight Setters at target practice. Remainder as requisite.

Noon: Proceeded to anchorage.

0.17pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 6 fathoms, second shackle.

[Anchor Bearings] [Pelican Beacon N45W, Church S12W, East Beacon S86E]

pm: Washed clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Out collision Mat and Fire Stations.

7.25pm: Darkened ship. 7.45pm: Manned and Armed Ship.

9.40pm: Veered cable to second shackle awash.

10.50pm: Exercised Watch man Starboard guns.

[Distance run through the Water: 24 miles]


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13 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5 [estimated]

3.0am: Exercised Watch man Starboard guns.

5.15am: Hove in second Shackle to Windlass.

5.50am: Turned out No 2 and 3 Life boats.

9.8am: Weighed anchor. Proceeded to sea in search of 2 boats broken adrift from moorings.

9.20am: Course NE. 9.40am: Altered course North.

9.58am: Stopped and picked up boat. 10.17am: Turned ship to S30W and proceeded.

10.53am: Stop. 10.55am: Dropped target, Pelican Light bearing S79W, 2.5 miles.

11.10am: Commenced firing No I Starboard 1 inch aiming rifle, No 3 Starboard .303 Aiming rifle. Ship steaming past target at various speeds. Gun Layers at target practise. Parties painting After Mess Deck, Scraping Magazine and Hospital Floor.

0.21pm: Cease firing. 0.27pm: Picked up target and proceeded to anchorage.

0.55pm: Anchored (Port) in 7.5 fathoms, first Shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearings] [Pelican Light N33W, Pelican Beacon N64W, Lagoon Beacon S4W]

1.40pm: Second Gig away with whale boat in tow to return to moorings.

3.55pm: Second Gig returned and hoisted.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

4.15pm: Weighed anchor and proceeded towards Settlement.

4.38pm: Anchored (Port) in 6.5 fathoms, second Shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearings] [Eastern Beacon S85E, Church S12W, Pelican Beacon N47W]

7.30pm: Turned in No 2 and 3 Life Boats.

7.38pm: Darkened Ship. 7.45pm: Manned and Armed Ship.

11.0pm: Exercised Watch man port guns.

[Distance run through the Water: 33 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Pelican Light House S50W, 2.5 miles]


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14 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

[Note at top of page: Cape Standard Time]

0.30am: Sentry at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

0.45am: Hove second shackle to windlass.

5.45am: Turned out Nos 2 and 3 Life Boats and hove first shackle clear of the water.

6.15am: On look outs. 6.20am: Return Arms.

8.0am: Second Gig away to fetch Motor boat.

9.15am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.30am: General Quarters. Exercised Fire Stations and Abandon Ship.

am: Forward guns crews and supply parties at drill. Hands cleaning paintwork, scraping Mess decks and as required.

0.15pm: Second Gig returned with Motor boat in tow.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

7.0pm: Veered second shackle to windlass.

7.38pm: Darkened ship. 7.45pm: Manned and Armed ship.

[Distance run through the Water: 6 miles]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 58F]


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15 October 1914

[Leaving Walfisch Bay, though not stated in log]

Lat -25.2, Long 14.4

[Draught 23’ 10” Forward, 27’ 10” Aft]

1.12am: Weighed anchor and turned ship. 1.22am: Set Course N15E.

1.25am: Manned and Armed ship. 1.30am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

1.40am: Altered course N67W. 1.55am: Altered course S59W and set log.

2.0pm: Set in fog. 2.28am: Reduced to 35 revs. Fog signal sounded.

2.40am: Fog lifted. Increased to 70 revs.

4.5am: Altered course S12W. Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

6.10am: On look outs. 6.15am: Guns Crew Fall out.

am: Marines at infantry drill. Supply party at drill. Classes First Aid. Remainder painting After Mess Deck and cleaning out magazines.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Ammunition Supply.

7.45pm: Darkened Ship. 7.50pm: Manned and Armed Ship. Looked outs from Forecastle guns on Fore Bridge.

10.0pm: Altered course S2W, 65 revs. Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

11.0pm: Altered course to Starboard to N5E for Walfisch Bay. 11.5pm: Engines Full Speed.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 151 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: 5 miles West of Cape Point S20.5E, 588 miles]

[Misty for most of day, noon temperature 56F, sea temperature 55F]


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16 October 1914

[Returning to Walfisch Bay]

Lat -24.4, Long 14.2

0.30am: Look outs at each gun. Focksle [Forecastle] gun look outs on Fore Bridge.

3.15am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew. 3.20am: Exercised Guns crews close up.

5.45am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew. 6.0am: Altered course N25E.

6.5am: On day look outs. 6.10am: Gun’s Crews fall out.

9.20am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.28am: General Quarters. Out collision mat.

am: Quarter Deck men to gun drill and field exercises. Remainder cleaning magazines and paint work.

1.0pm: Altered course N31E.

1.45pm: Wreck (“Edward Bohlen” [Eduard Bohlen] abeam distant 11 miles.

3.55pm: Port d’Ilheo [mentioned here] Beacon abeam 4.5 miles.

4.0pm: Altered course N21E and reduced to 65 revs.

5.18pm: Pelican Beacon N47E. 5.30pm: Altered course N45E.

5.45pm: Handed log.

6.20pm: Altered course S70E. Rounding Pelican Point, distant 1 mile.

6.35pm: Stopped. 6.42pm: Anchored in 6.5 fathoms, second shackle of Starboard cable awash.

[Draught 23 ‘6” Forward, 27’ 0” Aft]

[Anchor Bearings] [Pelican Beacon N46W, Church S12W, East Beacon S[blank]E]

7.35pm: Darkened ship. 7.45pm: Manned and Armed ship.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: S12.5E, 165 miles, N13W, 212 miles]

[Distance run through the Water: 368 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Pelican Beacon N6.5E, 91 miles]


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17 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

0.30am: Sentry at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

5.30am: Hove in to first shackle awash.

6.20am: On look outs. 6.25am: Return Arms.

6.40am: Third Cutter away with party to repair Harbour tug.

am: Hands employed cleaning ship till 10.30.

10.30am: Port watch working baggage and store[s] from After hatch.

11.0am: Lighter alongside. Commenced loading it with baggage and stores.

2.30pm: Finished loading lighter.

3.50pm: Third Cutter alongside with Harbour tug in tow.

4.0pm: Hoisted third Cutter. Evening Quarters.

7.35pm: Darkened Ship. 7.45pm: Manned and Armed Ship.

9.30pm: Moored tug astern.

10.0pm: Duty hands pumped out lighter.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 96 miles]


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18 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

0.30am: Sentry at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

2.0am: Duty hands pumped out lighter.

6.15am: On look out. 6.20am: Return Arms.

8.0am: Lent to Tug “Eveline” the third Cutter’s Compass.

10.0am: Divisions. Captain inspected Ship’s company.

10.30am: Performed Divine Service.

3.50pm: Observed HMS “Armadale Castle” bearing S70W.

5.0pm: HMS “Armadale Castle” anchored. Sent lighter in tow of “Eveline” with Refugees and their effects.

5.40pm: “Eveline” alongside with prize crew from “Weiner Vinnen” and “Vaila’s” crew.

[Prize Crew from “Weiner Vinnen”: Lieutenant Durrard, Midshipman Galleyhawk, 12 Seamen, 3 POs [Petty Officers], 9 Marines, 2 Firemen, 1 Sick Berth Attendant, 1 Cook, 1 Steward. Crew from SS “Vaila”: Lieutenant Vicary, Midshipman Fox, 2 ERAs [Engine Room Artificers], 1 PO, 2 Seamen, 2 Firemen, 2 Trimmers. One Marine from Simons Town Hospital. Refugees transferred to “Armadale Castle”: 4 Men, 4 Women, 13 Children, 22 Cape Boys]

6.5pm: Hoisted first Gig.

7.2pm: Tug and lighter alongside.

7.20pm: HMS “Armadale Castle” sailed.

7.21pm: Hoisted second Gig.

7.40pm: Darkened Ship. 7.45pm: Manned and Armed Ship.

7.55pm: Moored “Eveline” astern.

11.5pm: Wyatt [blank space, presumably for details of person’s rank] fell overboard from Fore Well Deck. Away port Sea Boat. 11.11pm: Picked up man.

11.30pm: Hoisted Sea Boats.


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19 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5 [estimated]

0.30am: Sentry at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

2.50am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

6.15am: On day look outs. 6.20am: Return Arms. 20 Bags Coal put on board Tug “Eveline”, Total 8 tons.

8.0am: “Eveline” left to moor lighter.

9.20am: Divisions and Prayers. Forecastle Men at Rifle drill. Main Top cleaning boats paintwork.

10.34pm: Weighed anchor and proceeded to firing ground. Exercised Action, away all boats crews and turned boats out. Watch out collision mat.

10.52am: Dropped target Pelican Light N74W 2 miles.

11.10am: Commenced firing 1 inch aiming from No 1 Starboard and .303 from No 3 Starboard. Ship steaming round target at 8 knots.

0.10pm: Ceased firing and proceeded to anchorage.

0.20pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 6.5 fathoms, first shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearings] [Chimney S32E, Church S9W, Lagoon Beacon S31W, Hulk S73W]

1.45pm: Tug “Eveline” took the Magistrate ashore with a guard of 5 Marines, 2 Police in charge of Lieutenant.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.30pm: “Eveline” alongside with Magistrate and guard.

5.10pm: “Eveline” moored alongside under banked fires.

6.30pm: Evening Quarters.

7.40pm: Darkened Ship. 7.45pm: Manned and Armed Ship.

10.20pm: Exercised Watch man Port guns.

[Distance run through the Water: 10 miles]

[Misty for most of day, noon temperature 57F]


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20 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

4.0am: Commenced to raise steam on “Eveline”.

6.30am: Fog. Sentries remain at their guns.

8.40am: “Eveline” left for Pier with the Magistrate, Lieutenant Seggers and guard of 5 Marines and 2 Police.

9.15am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.30am: Exercised General Quarters. Fore Top at Rifle drill. Parties cleaning First Aid flat and paintwork. Remainder as requisite.

10.10am: On day look outs. Return Arms.

10.30am: Commenced firing from Nos 1 and 2 Port gun at German horsemen on shore.

[Expended 12 rounds Common Shell]

11.0am: Weighed anchor and proceeded towards Pier.

11.20am: Anchored (Starboard) in 5 fathoms, first Shackle awash.

11.30am: Ceased Firing.

0.30pm: Sounded round ship, least depth obtained 29 ft.

[Anchor Bearings] [Church S18W, East Beacon N82E, Chimney S34E]

1.35pm: “Eveline” sent to Pier.

2.18pm: “Eveline” alongside.

3.20pm: Sounded round ship, least depth 5.25 fathoms.

6.15pm: “Eveline” moored alongside under banked fires. Exercised Evening Quarters.

7.5pm: Weighed anchor and shifted ship off shore.

7.28pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 6 fathoms, first shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearings] [Church S14W, Chimney S25E]

7.40pm: Darkened ship. 7.45pm: Manned and armed ship.


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21 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay [actually to and from Swakopmund]

Lat -22.4, Long 14.2 [by cross Bearings]

0.30am: Sentry at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

6.0am: Raised steam in “Eveline”. Sentries remain at their guns.

8.30am: “Eveline” anchored owing to Engine defects.

8.50am: Weighed anchor and turned to port.

9.6am: Course N11E, 65 revs.

9.20am: Divisions and Prayers. Officers at lecture. Main Top at rifle drill. Remainder as requisite.

10.0am: Altered course East. 10.9am: Swakopmund Whistle Buoy to port 1 mile.

10.15am: Courses and speed as requisite.

10.42am: Opened fire from No1 Starboard at two waggons [sic] leaving the town. Expended 15 rounds (Common).

10.56am: Cease firing.

0.41pm: Sent first Gig to shore with Boarding Officer and letter under flag of truce.

2.0pm: Gig alongside and hoisted.

2.5pm: Proceeded to Walfisch Bay, Course S78W, 65 revs. 2.15pm: Altered course SW.

2.24pm: Altered course S23W. 2.42pm: Caution Reef Beacon abeam 2.25 miles.

3.20pm: Course and revs as requisite.

3.45pm: Anchored (Port) in 6 fathoms, second shackle to windlass. Tug “Eveline” moored alongside.

[Anchor Bearings] [Pelican Beacon N44W, Church S16W, Eastern Beacon East]

6.30pm: Evening Quarters.

7.35pm: Darkened ship. 7.44pm: Manned and Armed ship.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crews.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 15 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Swakopmund Light House S82E, 1.25 miles]


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22 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

6.10am: On day lookouts. Return Arms.

9.20am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.30am: General Quarters. Exercised out collision mat and abandon Ship. Marines at musketry drill. 20 Men scrubbing ship’s side round boot topping. Gunlayers at deflection teacher.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

1.30pm: Drew fires in “Eveline” to effect repairs.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

7.37pm: Darkened ship. 7.45pm: Manned and Armed Ship.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 15 miles]


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23 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay [actually going to and from Swakopmund]

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5 [estimated]

4.58am: Weighed anchor and turned to Starboard. 5.5am: Proceeded 65 revs. 5.10am: Set course N16E.

6.0am: Altered course N78E. Watch man Starboard guns.

6.15am: Arrived off Swakopmund, Courses and speed as requisite.

7.12am: Left Swakopmund, Course S68W, 25 revs.

7.43am: Altered course S24W. 8.8am: Caution Reef Beacon abeam.

8.10am: Altered course S10W for target.

9.0am: Increased to 45 revs for target practise. 9.14am: Commenced firing from No 1 Starboard 1 inch aiming rifle and from No 3 Starboard .303 aiming rifle.

10.15pm: Cease fire.

10.30am: Stopped to pick up “Eveline” [or target?]. 10.42am: Proceeded to anchorage.

11.8am: Anchored (Port) in 5 fathoms, first Shackle awash. Quarter Deck men at rifle drill. Fore Top scrubbing deck cloths. Party scrubbing forward hospital. Main top scrubbing after flat.

11.40am: Secure.

[Anchor Bearings] [Pelican Beacon N39W, Church S16W, East Beacon N33E]

0.30pm: Veered to second Shackle awash.

1.0pm: Sounded round ship 4.75 fathoms port quarter.

5.30pm: Eveline moored alongside.

6.50pm: Weighed anchor and shifted ship off shore.

7.5pm: Anchored (Port) in 6.5 fathoms, third Shackle outboard.

[Anchor Bearings] [Church S19W, Chimney S19E, East Beacon S85E]

7.35pm: Darkened ship. 7.45pm: Manned and armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 30 miles]


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24 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay [actually going to and from Swakopmund]

Lat -22.8, Long 14.5

4.30am: Hove first shackle awash.

6.20am: On day look outs. Return Arms.

8.40am: “Eveline” cast off and anchored. 8.48am: Anchor aweigh and turned to Starboard. 8.55am: 65 revs. 8.59am: Set course N16E.

9.39am: Caution Reef Beacon abeam 4 miles.

9.53am: Altered course NE. 9.55am: “Action”.

10.2am: Arrived off Swakopmund and turned to SSW.

10.24am: Opened fire from Port Battery at Customs House and Sheds and Pier. Expended [blank].

11.2am: Cease fire. Secure. 11.5am: Left Swakopmund. Course West, 55 revs. 11.18am: Altered course S22W.

0.18pm: Pelican Light N74W, 2.5 miles.

0.35pm: Stopped and anchored (Starboard) in 6 fathoms, first Shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearings] [Pelican Beacon N52W, Church S18W, East Beacon S87E]

1.10pm: Observed two conflagrations at Swakopmund, presumably Custom House and shed.

1.30pm: Veered to second Shackle awash.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

7.30pm: Darkened Ship. 7.35pm: Manned and Armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 26 miles]

[Misty in am, rain in pm, with thunder and lightning at times, noon air and sea temperature 54F]


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25 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay [going to and from Swakopmund in pm]

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

0.30am: Sentry at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

2.30am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

4.30am: Hove first shackle awash.

6.20am: On look out. Sentries return Arms.

10.0am: Divisions. Captain inspected Ship’s Company. 10.20am: Performed Divine Service.

3.58pm: “Eveline” cast off and anchored. 4.0pm: Anchor aweigh and turned to Starboard 65 revs. 4.9pm: Set Course N17E.

4.19pm: Altered course N24E. 4.51pm: Caution Reef Beacon abeam 3 miles.

5.0pm: Altered course N65E. Engines Slow. Reconnoitred Swakopmund.

5.19pm: Turned to port to S50W. 5.45pm: 70 revs.

5.57pm: Altered course S22W. 6.6pm: Caution Reef Beacon abeam 3 miles.

6.41pm: Pelican Light House abeam 2 miles, 40 revs.

6.51pm: Stopped. 6.56pm: Anchored in 7 fathoms, third shackle on board. Hauled tug “Eveline” alongside. Observed the motor boat ashore on Pelican point.

[Anchor Bearings] [Pelican Beacon N50W, Church S19W, Chimney S17E]

7.40pm: Darkened ship. 7.50pm: Manned and armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 4 miles]


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26 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

2.30am: Hove second Shackle to windlass.

4.30am: Raised steam on “Eveline”.

6.20am: On look outs. Return Arms.

9.10am: “Eveline” left ship to fetch lighter.

9.15am: Away third Cutter to haul motor boat up the beach.

9.18am: Weighed anchor and turned to Starboard.

9.25am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.35am: General Quarters.

9.38am: Proceeded to steam round target at 9 knots. 9.40am: Opened fire from No 1 Starboard (1 inch aiming) and No 3 Starboard (.303 aiming). Gun Layers Both Watches and Sight Setters at target practise, 10 hands at hand lead instruction, 12 hands in Cutter. Remainder as requisite.

10.59am: Cease fire. 11.10am: Stopped and picked up target.

11.23am: Proceeded to anchorage. 11.38am: Anchored in 6.5 fathoms, second Shackle awash.

1.10pm: “Eveline” alongside with lighter. Port Watch discharging Walfisch Bay stores into lighter.

1.15pm: Third Cutter alongside and hoisted.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Out collision mat.

7.45pm: Darkened ship. 7.50pm: Manned and armed ship.

11.0pm: Hove second shackle to windlass.

[Distance run through the Water: 47 miles]


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27 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

6.15am: On day look outs. Sentries Return Arms.

8.30am: “Eveline” took lighter to moorings.

8.34am: Anchor aweigh. Course N24E, 70 revs.

9.17am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.27am: General Quarters.

9.37am: Swakopmund Pier bore S75E, altered course towards it.

9.40am: Stopped. 9.50am: Out collision mat. 9.55am: Turned to port and proceeded 70 revs.

10.0am: Altered course West. 10.5am: Altered course S22W. Secure. Forecastle [men] cleaning and painting foremost hospital. Fore top [men] at rifle and gun drill. 10 men at hand lead instruction. Remainder as requisite.

10.50am: Altered course S2E. 11.14am: Stopped. 11.16am: Anchored (Starboard) in 6 fathoms, 2 shackles to windlass.

[Anchor Bearings] [Pelican Beacon N52W, Lagoon Beacon S45W, Church S27W]

0.40pm: “Eveline” alongside.

pm: Second Part of Starboard Watch shifting coal from No 4 Hatch to Bunkers.

4.0pm: Second Part of Port watch shifting coal.

6.30pm: Stopped working coal. First Part Starboard Watch washed decks. “Eveline” moored alongside under banked fires.

7.38pm: Darkened ship. 7.45pm: Manned and Armed ship.

11.5pm: Exercised Watch man Port guns.

[Distance run through the Water: 31 miles]

[Mist and fog, thick at times, from early am, noon temperature 54F]


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28 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

0.30am: Sentry at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

6.10am: On day lookouts. Return arms.

6.30am: Shifting coal from No 4 to Bunkers second Part Port Watch.

8.30am: Second Part Starboard Watch and 8 men shifting coal. Remainder cleaning mess decks, magazines and as required.

pm: Port watch shifting coal.

3.20pm: Veered third shackle to windlass.

5.0pm: Fog cleared for short interval. “All well” in Settlement. Verified ship’s position. Sounded all round ship in 5.75 fathoms.

6.30pm: Finished shifting coal. Port watch washed decks.

7.10pm: Evening Quarters.

7.30pm: Darkened ship. 7.45pm: Manned and armed ship.

[Fog, thick at times, all day]


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29 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

am: Draught 23’ 2” Forward, 26’ 3” Aft.

6.10am: On day look outs. Return Arms.

6.45am: Fog lifted for short period. Verified ship’s position and hove first shackle awash.

am: Hands employed cleaning ship till 10.30. Marines washing paintwork on Boat Deck. Parties scraping Fore magazine, cleaning up No 4 Hold and shifting coke. Gunners party rigging ammunition whip for trial. Gun Layers at deflection teacher.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Fire Stations.

6.0pm: “Eveline” moored alongside.

7.40pm: Darkened ship. 7.50pm: Manned and Armed ship.

10.25pm: Fog lifted.

[Another foggy day, noon temperature 60F]


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30 October 1914

At Walfisch Bay [going to and from Swakopmund]

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

[8.0am Position: Anchored Swakopmund Roads]

6.0am: On look outs. Return Arms.

6.4am: “Eveline” cast off and anchored.

6.10am: Anchored aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 6.19am: Proceeded 65 revs. 6.23am: Course North.

6.33am: Pelican Beacon West 2.5 miles, altered course N24E.

7.3am: Caution Reef Beacon abeam 3.5 miles.

7.20am: Altered course N80E, 40 revs. 7.37am: Stopped. 7.42am: Anchored in 8 fathoms, second Shackle to windlass.

[Anchor Bearings] [Kraal Beacon N78E, Swakop Signal S12E]

7.45am: Sent [space] watch on shore in Nos 2 and 3 Cutters under First Lieutenant. Landing covered by ship’s guns. Set in Fog - boats recalled. Observed pile of about [space] tons of stores on shore ready for removal. Expended 10 rounds of ammunition, failed to destroy stores.

9.15am: Sent Port Sea boat to shore and burnt stores.

10.25am: Divisions. 10.35am: General Quarters.

10.45am: Boat returned. 10.50am: Anchor aweigh. 10.59am: Course S79W, 65 revs. 11.5am: Altered course S22W.

11.55am: Courses and speed as requisite.

0.6pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 6 fathoms, second shackle to windlass.

[Anchor Bearings] [Eastern Beacon S89E, Church S14W, Pelican Beacon N45W]

0.22pm: “Eveline” alongside. Supplied 2 tons of coal to “Eveline”.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

2.30pm: Observed HMS bearing N70W.

3.26pm: HMS Armadale Castle anchored.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

6.0pm: Hoisted second Gig.

7.0pm: Hoisted first Gig.

7.20pm: “Eveline” moored alongside.

7.45pm: Darkened ship. 7.53pm: Manned and Armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: To Swakopmund and back 30 miles]


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31 October 1914

[Leaving Walfisch Bay]

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

[Note at top of page: Cape Standard Time]

5.45am: Sent “Eveline” to “Armadale Castle”.

6.0am: On look outs. Sentries return arms.

6.15am: “Armadale Castle” left for Cable hut.

8.55am: “Armadale Caste” returned and anchored.

9.50am: Observed HMS “Albion” bearing N30W.

11.15am: “Eveline” left with Stores and third Cutter with baggage.

11.21am: HMS “Albion” anchored.

Noon: The Magistrate and 8 Government Officials transferred to HMS “Albion”.

[Draught: 22’ 10” Forward, 26’ 3” Aft]

1.30pm: All boats hoisted and secured for sea.

1.45pm: Received one Officers Cot case from HMS “Albion”.

2.12pm: Anchor aweigh. 2.21pm: Turned to Starboard and took station 5 cables astern of “Armadale Castle”.

2.25pm: Course North. 2.35pm: Altered course N43W. 2.48pm: 14 knots.

2.50pm: Pelican Beacon S16W, 2.25 miles, altered course S65W and set log.

3.10pm: Altered course S26W.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

7.50pm: Darkened Ship. 8.0pm: Manned and Armed ship.



LOGS FOR NOVEMBER 1914


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1 November 1914

Lat -26.6, Long 15.1 [estimated from anchor bearings]

0.30am: Look outs posted at each gun.

2.30am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

3.15am: Sighted [sic] patent log.

4.0am: Shipping occasional light sprays.

6.0am: Altered course S25E. 6.15am: On day look outs. Guns Crews fall out.

7.0am: Reduced to 12 knots.

8.24am: Increased to 14 knots. 8.45am: Diaz Point Light bore S4E. 8.53am: Altered course S53E.

9.15am: Angra Point South (True) 1.5 miles. Courses and speed as requisite.

9.27am: Anchored (Starboard) in 8 fathoms, second Shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearings] [Angra Point S86W, Shark Island Light S15E, South end Penguin Island S55E]

9.37am: No 2 Cutter away with crew for “Craigi Aisla” [?] (Barque to be towed to Simons Bay).

9.40am: Divisions and Prayers.

[Draught 22’ 10” Forward, 26’ 0” Aft]

2.14pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to port.

2.25pm: Second Cutter alongside with crew from “Craigi Aisla”. Cutter hoisted and turned in.

2.31pm: Proceeded out of harbour, 70 revs. 2.40pm: Set course N82W.

2.52pm: Diaz Point Light House South (Magnetic), 1.25 miles, set patent log.

3.15pm: Altered course S25W, Log 6.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

4.50pm: Increased to Full Speed. 5.0pm: Altered course S6W.

7.45pm: Darkened ship. 8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

10.30pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 239 miles]

[Noon Position: Luderitz Bay]


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2 November 1914

Lat -31.3, Long 16.6

0.25am: Observed a SS without lights bearing S84E, altered course to close. Guns Crews close up.

0.33am: Signalled and stopped stranger.

0.47am: Stopped and burnt searchlight. Found ship to be Transport “Z” SS “Rufidgi” [probably Rufidgi (1) here].

0.49am: Full Speed and turned to port. 0.55am: Course S6W.

3.20am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

5.50am: On day look outs. 6.0am: Guns Crews Fall out.

9.20am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.30am: General Quarters.

10.0am: Exercised Abandon Ship. Every man providing himself with a life belt. 10.15am: Disperse.

am: Fore Top men at Rifle drill. Remainder as requisite.

1.0pm: Altered course S2E. Mustered by Open List and paid monthly advance to Ship’s Company.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Starboard watch reeling up towing wire. Port watch preparing ship for coaling.

7.50pm: Darkened Ship. 8.0pm: Manned and Armed Ship.

9.22pm: Dassen Island Light bore S37E (Magnetic), altered course S17E.

10.40pm: Dassen Island Light abeam 8 miles, Log 166.

Midnight: Altered course S24E.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 300 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Cape Town Breakwater S31E, 184 miles]

[South westerly wind force 3 for much of day, increasing in late pm, weather mostly fine, noon temperature 63F, sea temperature 62F]


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3 November 1914

At Cape Town [details of the port here]

Lat -33.9, Long 18.4 [estimated]

0.25am: Robben Island Light abeam 3 miles, altered course S42E.

0.45am: Stopped in Examination anchorage.

1.5am: Examination ship alongside. 1.10am: Proceeded to inner anchorage.

1.40am: Anchored (Starboard) in 10 fathoms, fourth shackle to windlass.

[Anchor Bearings] [Robben Island S5W, Breakwater S50W]

5.15am: On day look outs. Sentries fall out.

5.33am: Anchor aweigh. Waiting for signal to dock.

6.10am: Anchored (Starboard) in 6 fathoms, first Shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearings] [Breakwater N13W, South Arm N75W]

6.52am: Anchor aweigh. 7.5am: Entered dock. Tug “Sir C Elliot” [Sir Charles Elliott].

7.26am: Alongside East Pier and made fast. Let fires down.

8.0am: Commenced coaling from the shore.

[Draught: 22’ 7” Forward, 26’ 0” Aft]

am: Port watch embarking ship’s provisions.

0.55pm: Cast off moorings and transported ship to the Lock Jetty. Pilot Heinman, Tugs “Sir C Elliot” and “Manila”.

1.10pm: Alongside and moored ship. Continued coaling.

pm: Leave to Starboard watch from 3.30pm to 7.30am.

8.0pm and Midnight: Coaling proceeding.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 184 miles]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 1438 tons, Oil 1148 gallons]


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4 November 1914

At Cape Town

Lat -33.9, Long 18.4

[Moored alongside Lock Jetty]

2.0am: Coaling ship proceeding.

7.0am: Commenced coaling from lighters.

7.30am: Starboard watch returned from leave.

am: Hands employed embarking ships stores.

1.0pm: Leave to port watch till 7am. Watch embarking stores.

pm: Coaling continues.

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 1912 tons, Oil 1126 gallons]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 70F]


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5 November 1914

[At Cape Town and to Simons Town, though not stated in log]

Lat -33.9, Long 18.4

[Moored alongside Lock Jetty]

2.0am: Coaling proceeding.

6.30am: Watch fell in. Clearing up decks.

7.0am: Port watch returned from leave.

am: Gunners party consisting of the Gunner, 2 POs, 2 Leading Hands, 20 Seamen and 1 Chief Writer gone to Dockyard Simons Town for Stores. Remainder stowing Bosun’s and Painter’s Stores.

10.15am: 1 Prisoner discharged to the shore.

Noon: Finished coaling the after hatch. Received 1018 gallons oil.

0.30pm: Finished coaling. Received 2500 tons of coal. Hands cleaning ship.

[Draught 27’ 3” Forward, 27’ 0” Aft]

2.45pm: Hands unmoored ship.

2.55pm: Cast off from quay. Tug “Sir C Elliot”. 3.4pm: Cast off tug. 3.6pm: Passed out of dock, Engines working up to Full Speed.

3.19pm: Green Point Light South (Magnetic) 1.25 miles, set course S70W.

3.54pm: Met HMS “Armadale Castle”.

4.13pm: Altered course S27W. 4.20pm: Duyker Point abeam 4 miles.

4.50pm: Slang Kop Light House abeam 4.25 miles, altered course S2E.

6.9pm: Altered course S59E, Rounding Bellows and Anvil Rocks.

6.24pm: Altered course N77E. 6.39pm: Altered course N17E.

7.12pm: Altered course N8W. 7.21pm: 60 revs. 7.25pm: Oatland Beacon. Courses and Speed as requisite.

7.42pm: Anchored (Port) in 10 fathoms, third Shackle on board. Fires Banked. Steam at one hours notice. Lighter alongside with Stores and Ammunition.

[Anchored No 8 Berth]

8.40pm: Sent Officers Cot case to hospital.

9.25pm: Finished unloading lighter. Posted Sentries.

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 3186 tons, Oil 1114 gallons]


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6 November 1914

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4 [estimated]

[Anchored No 8 Berth Simons Bay]

am: Escort (1 Corporal and 4 Privates) landed to fetch prisoners.

am: 12 Hands painting masts. 12 hands getting up ammunition. Remainder Clean ship and mess decks after coaling.

9.10am: Sighted “HMS Astrai” [presumably Astraea].

10.3am: HMS “Hyacinth” proceeded to sea.

11.0am: Water boat alongside.

pm: Hands employed cleaning out flats, scrubbing canvas gear, painting masts. Gunners and Bosun’s party.

2.0pm: One Signal Rating RNVR joined. Hoisted in Seaplane and 64 cases of petrol. Flight Sub-Lieutenant HO Cutler RNR joined.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

4.45pm: 1 Stoker RNR joined, 1 ERA RNR and 1 Marine returned from hospital.

5.54pm: 71.5 cases Petrol received on board.

[Draught: 27’ 0” Forward, 27’ 2” Aft]

7.37pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 7.43pm: Full Speed.

7.58pm: Set course S12E.

8.0pm: Darkened ship. 8.5pm: Manned and armed ship.

8.20pm: Streamed and set log.

8.38pm: Cape Point Light West (Magnetic).

10.30pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

11.16pm: Point Danger Light abeam 12 miles, Log 40.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 57 miles]

[Noon Position: Simons Bay]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 3832 tons, Oil 2123 gallons]


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7 November 1914

Lat -34.9, Long 21.9

0.4am: Altered course S54E.

0.40am: The glare of Cape Agulhas Light bore S80E.

2.0am: Cape Agulhas Light bore N59E, altered course S73E. 2.36am: Cape Agulhas Light abeam 9.75 miles.

3.10am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

4.0am: Ship rolling 15 degrees each way.

5.25am: On day look outs. 5.30am: Guns Crews Fall out.

9.0am: Altered course S68E. 9.25am: Reduced to 30 revs. Course S12W to prevent damage to Seaplane.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

2.19pm: Altered course S45E and increased to 60 revs. 3.12pm: Altered course S2W, 30 revs.

4.0pm: Ship rolling 10 degrees. Evening Quarters.

4.30pm: Altered course S45E, 60 revs. 4.40pm: Altered course S65E. Full Speed.

7.35pm: Darkened ship. 7.40pm: 60 revs. Ship rolling 15 degrees each way.

8.0am: Manned and Armed ship. 8.20am: Altered course S11W, 30 revs.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 191 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance of Cape St Francis N78.5E, 146 miles]

[Southerly wind force 6 to 8 from 6am onwards, with sea state rough or very rough, weather mostly overcast and squally, noon temperature 63F, sea temperature 62F]


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8 November 1914

Lat -34.5, Long 25.4

1.0am: Look outs at each gun.

2.39am: Increased to 60 revs. 2.45am: Altered course East. Engines Full Speed.

4.0am: Ship rolling 12 degrees each way at times.

5.0am: On day look outs. Guns Crews Fall out.

am: Sunday Routine.

10.0am: Divisions and Prayers.

10.45am: Sighted a SS bearing NE by E and steering West.

11.40am: Observed high land bearing N25E.

3.50pm: Sighted Bird Island Light House bearing N10W.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

6.16pm: Glendower Beacon abeam 10.5 miles, altered course N76E.

7.24pm: Great Fish Point Light abeam 7 miles, Log 102.

7.30pm: Darkened ship. 8.0pm: Manned and Armed ship.

9.0pm: The glare of Hood Point Light bore N64E.

11.9pm: Hood Point Light abeam 5.4 miles, Log 155.

[Course and Distance made good: N83E, 173 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: 10 miles South of Great Fish Point N59.5E, 98 miles]


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9 November 1914

[Calling at Durban in evening, though not specified in log]

Lat -31.3, Long 30.0

0.45am: Hood Point Light dipped bearing N86.5W.

1.15am: Observed a SS stern light bearing N50E.

4.20am: Altered course N50E.

5.5am: On day look outs. Guns crews Fall out.

6.23am: Altered course N50W. Overhauled SS “Keelung” of [North] Shields.

7.12am: Hole in the Wall abeam 4 miles.

9.30am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.40am: General Quarters.

9.43am: Engines Slow. 9.47am: Half Speed.

9.48am: Cape Hermes abeam 1 mile, Log 303, altered course N73E.

am: Hands employed painting ship grey. Gunners party fuzing lyddite and stripping breech blocks.

11.31am: Ubazi Rock [?] abeam 2.5 miles, altered course N61E.

Noon: South Sand Bluff abeam 2.5 miles.

1.37pm: North Sand Bluff abeam 2.75 miles.

3.14pm: Port Shepstone abeam 2.25 miles.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Out collision mat.

5.55pm: Green Point Light abeam 5 miles.

6.45pm: SS “Unigeni” [?] passed bound SW.

7.19pm: Darkened ship. 7.29pm: Manned and armed ship.

7.50pm: Courses and speed as requisite rounding Cape Natal.

8.11pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 9 fathoms, fourth shackle awash.

8.30pm: Tug “Panther” alongside. Embarked 50 bombs and spare parts for Seaplane.

9.20pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard.

9.35pm: Course N75E, 62 revs. Streamed log.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 299 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: To Natal Roads 106 miles]

[Light winds until late pm, noon temperature 70F, sea temperature 71F]


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10 November 1914

Lat -28.2, Long 34.0

[Note at top of page: Cape Standard Time]

0.30am: Look outs at each gun.

3.0am: Shipping sprays over bows.

4.0am: Found log line carried away and rotator lost overboard.

5.20am: On day look outs. Guns crews fall out.

am: Hands painting ship grey.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. 5.0pm: Altered course N50E.

6.53pm: Darkened ship. 7.5pm: Manned and Armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: To Durban 106 miles, N 56 18 W 185.6 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Zavora Point [Ponta Zavora] N16.25E, 230 miles]

[Wind north easterly force 5 in early am, then south westerly force 5 or 6 from 9am onwards, weather fine, noon temperature 70F, sea temperature 74F]


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11 November 1914

Lat -23.8, Long 37.1

[Note at top of page: After 2am Clocks 2 hours 30 minutes fast of GMT]

0.30am: Look outs at each gun.

2.0am: Clocks advanced 30 minutes.

9.20am: Divisions and Prayers.

am: Hands painting ship grey.

6.40am: Darkened ship. 7.25pm: Manned and Armed ship.

11.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: N33E, 310 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: To 115 miles S65E of Mozambique N32.5E, 568 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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12 November 1914

Lat -19.0, Long 39.8

am: Hands painting ship grey. Party cleaning out second Saloon. Gunners party cleaning guns.

10.10am to 10.40am: Burnt both search lights.

Noon: Reduced to 60 revs.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

[Course and Distance made good: N27.75E, 323 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: To 115 miles S65E of Mozambique N 39 6 E, 249 miles]


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13 November 1914

Lat -14.4, Long 42.2

0.30am: Look out at each gun.

4.55am: On day look outs. Fall out Guns Crews.

6.0am: Altered course N8E.

am: Hands employed painting ship.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Supply Ammunition. 4.30pm: Disperse.

6.21pm: Darkened ship. 6.27pm: Manned and Armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: N26 5 E, 311 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: To 10 miles East of Moresby Point N16.75W, 422 miles]

[South westerly wind force 5 for much of day, weather fine, noon air and sea temperature 80F]


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THE VOYAGES OF HMS KINFAUNS CASTLE
Operations off East Africa

JP map Kinfauns Castle East Africa

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14 November 1914

Lat -10.1, Long 41.7

am: Hands cleaning Mess Decks.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Fire Stations. 5.0pm: Reduced to 36 revs.

[Course and Distance made good: N5.5W, 259 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: 10 miles East of Moresby Point N33.5W, 177 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]

[Rain, heavy at times, in late am]


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[Diagram of ship and holds]

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15 November 1914

[Noon position: Anchored Niororo Island [also known as Nyororo Island]]

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7 [estimated]

[Note at top of page: After 2am Clocks 2 hours 38 minutes Fast of GMT. After 6.30pm Clocks 2 hours 30 minutes Fast of GMT]

[8pm Position: Anchored 11 miles NE by E from Simba Uranga River]

2.0am: Clocks advanced 8 minutes.

4.0am: Increased to 50 revs. 4.40am: Full Speed.

5.10am: Observed Moresby Point Light House bearing S68W. 5.12am: Altered course N54W.

5.57am: Moresby Point South (Magnetic) 11 miles.

6.23am: Observed HMS Chatham bearing NNW.

6.35am: 50 revs. 6.45am: 30 revs. 6.50am: Stopped.

7.12am: Took station 5 cables astern of “Chatham”. Course S10E, 66 revs.

8.2am: Altered course S34E. 8.16am: Altered course South. 8.23am: Reduced to 40 revs.

8.32am: Anchored (Port) in 13.25 fathoms, thirds shackle awash.

[Anchored Niororo Island [Bearings]: North End N89E, South End S50E]

[Draught 25’ 5” Forward, 26’ 10” Aft]

10.30am: Bent wire hawser to cable and veered cable to 8 shackles to make a lee for Seaplane.

10.45am: Hawser parted. Hove in to third Shackle awash.

0.15pm: Launched Seaplane. 0.30pm: Seaplane under weigh.

1.0pm: Seaplane returned with engine defects.

3.30pm: Seaplane under weigh.

4.0pm: Seaplane alongside. Hoisted Seaplane and all boats.

5.24pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard.

3.32pm: 60 revs. Course S82W.

6.12pm: Stopped. 6.14pm: HMS Chatham anchored.

6.18pm: Anchored (Port) in 16.5 fathoms and veered to 5 shackles.

[Anchor Bearings] [Koma Island N82W, Shungu mbili [Shungumbili Island] S67E]

6.20pm: Darkened ship. 6.45pm: Manned and Armed ship. Put clocks back 8 minutes to 2.5 hours fast of GMT.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 218 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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16 November 1914

At Rufidji Delta [also known as Rufiji] [information about the “Battle of Rufiji Delta” here]

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7 [estimated]

[Anchored Niororo Island]

0.30am: Sentry at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

2.0am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

5.15am: “Chatham’s” whaler alongside for fresh meat.

5.20am: Received and hoisted motor boat from “Chatham”.

5.50am: Anchor aweigh and turned to Starboard. 6.3am: Course N87E, 55 revs.

6.50am: Stopped. 6.55am: Anchored (Port) in 12.5 fathoms, third shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearings] [Niororo Island: North End S87E, South End S30E]

[Draught 25’ 5” Forward, 26’ 8” Aft]

8.15am: Sent motor boat to chase dhow.

10.15am: Motor boat returned with dhow.

10.20am: HMS “Chatham” anchored close to.

11.37am: HMS “Chatham” sailed.

11.45am: Motor boat took native woman from dhow to Niororo Island and returned with native boat.

1.30pm: Navigator away with sounding party.

3.10pm: Hoisted Sea Plane out for trial.

4.30pm: Armed party under Lieutenant Seggers left to search Niororo Island. Hoisted Seaplane in. Leaking.

6.21pm: HMS “Chatham” anchored close to.

6.25pm: Darkened ship. 6.45pm: Manned and armed ship.

7.25pm: HMS “Chatham” left. Mr Nicholls Carpenter and two Shipwrights lent by HMS “Chatham”.

9.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

11.0pm: Repairing Seaplane.

[Distance run through the Water: 21 miles]


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[Diagram of ship and holds, no data entered but dated 17 Nov]

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17 November 1914

Off Niororo Island

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7

0.30am: Sentry at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

1.30am: Repairing Seaplane.

5.15am: Hoisted out Seaplane for trial.

5.25am: On day look outs. Fall out gun’s crews. Firemen painting funnels.

7.0am: Hoisted motor boat to effect repairs.

7.10am: Hoisted in Seaplane. Engine defects and hull leaking.

am: Hands painting ship.

10.20am: Motor boat with Lieutenant Seggers and armed crew left to ascertain positions of dhows etc on Niororo Island.

1.30pm: Hoisted out Seaplane.

2.0pm: Hoisted in Seaplane. Hull still leaking.

4.30pm: Bathing party landed in cutter. Motor boats anchored 4 dhows and 5 catamarans off the island and landed all Natives.

5.30pm: Boats recalled.

6.0pm: HMS “Chatham” anchored close to.

6.20pm: Darkened ship. 6.35pm: Manned and Armed ship. Three ratings lent by HMS “Chatham” 1 Shipwright, 1 Coppersmith and 1 Carpenters crew.

8.27pm: HMS “Chatham” left.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea boats Crew.


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18 November 1914

Off Niororo Island

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7

5.20am: Motor boat away to bail out native craft at anchor.

am: Hands painting ship. Firemen painting funnels.

10.15am: HMS Chatham anchored close to.

11.20am: Cutter left with iron plates for HMS “Chatham”.

Noon: HMS “Chatham” left.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

3.25pm: Motor boat returned with dhow drifted from moorings.

4.30pm: Bathing party went ashore.

5.30pm: Boats recalled.

6.30pm: Darkened ship. 6.45pm: Manned and armed ship.

10.30pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.


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[Diagram of ship and holds, dated 18 Nov]

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[Diagram of ship and holds, dated 19 Nov]

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19 November 1914

Lat -8.0, Long 39.6

[Position 8am and 8pm: Niororo Island]

0.50am: Turned searchlight on suspected craft. 0.52am: Off searchlight.

2.0am: Observed Bush fire on Lickmere Hill, Mafia Island.

6.42am: Hoisted out Seaplane. 6.45am: Seaplane rose. 6.51am: Seaplane flying landward.

7.8am: Seaplane went out of sight bearing S38W.

[Draught 25’ 2” Forward, 26’ 4” Aft]

7.47am: Weighed anchor to search for Seaplane.

8.0am: Anchor aweigh. Proceeded East of Fili and Wumi Shoals towards HMS “Chatham”.

8.45am: Stopped close to HMS “Chatham”.

8.51am: Proceeded at 65 revs towards Sefo Shoal.

9.34am: Stopped and intercepted a dhow. 9.40am: Dhow “Takazavi” [?] alongside, searched her. Found her to be under German Flag bound from Kilioa to Dar-es-Salaam. Took Native crew on board, set fire to dhow.

10.17am: Proceeded 65 revs.

[Ras Kisimani S6E, 8 miles, [Lat] 7 49 S, [Long] 39 34 E]

10.20am: Fired 2 rounds (common shell) from No 1 Port and sank dhow. Proceeded East of Sefo and West of Al Hadjiri Shoals.

11.13am: Al Hadjiri Buoy to port.

11.30am: Ras Kisimani abeam 0.5 miles. 11.44am: No 5 Buoy to port. Course S11W.

0.10pm: Course S9W for Okuza Island.

0.47pm: Observed Seaplane near shore of Okuza Island. Courses and speed as requisite.

1.15pm: Stopped. 1.14pm: Anchored (Port) in 12.75 fathoms, third shackle awash. Sent away motor boat for Seaplane and second gig for Aviator.

[Anchor Bearings] [Okuza Island North End S59E, South End S43E]

2.20pm: Hoisted Seaplane and boats. 2.30pm: Anchor aweigh. 2.36pm: Course NW, 65 revs. 2.42pm: Altered course N11E.

3.53pm: No 5 Buoy to Starboard 0.5 miles. 3.57pm: Altered course N6W.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

4.30pm: Ras Kisimani abeam 0.5 miles.

4.14pm: Slow. Passed West of Al Hadjiri and East of Sefo Shoals.

4.35pm: Course N19W, 65 revs to close “Chatham”.

5.0pm: Altered course N23E for Niororo Island Passing North of Fili Shoal.

5.12pm: Observed SS bearing N by E followed by two tugs.

5.51pm: Stopped. 5.53pm: Anchored (Port) in 14 fathoms, third Shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearings] [Niororo Island North End S71E, South End S39E]

6.10pm: HMS Chatham anchored close to.

6.25pm: Darkened ship. 6.40pm: Manned and Armed ship.

10.30pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 27 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Ras Kisimani North 4 miles]


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20 November 1914

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7 [estimated]

[8.0am Position: Niororo Island]

1.0am: Repairs to Seaplane completed.

4.5am: HMS “Chatham” weighed and proceeded.

5.0am: Second Gig landed 3 natives captured in dhow on Niororo Island.

5.5am: Sighted HMS “Fox” bearing North and steering towards the Simba Uranga.

8.55am: SS “Reichenfels” [Reichenfels (1) listed here] steering North.

am: Hands painting ship.

pm: Watch put out fenders on Port side. Made and mended clothes.

4.4pm: HMS “Chatham” anchored 3 cables to South.

4.35pm: Received one native interpreter from “Chatham”. Bathing party left.

5.10pm: Lieutenant Boothroyd, one interpreter and 2 native prisoners from dhow sent to “Chatham” for passage to Zanzibar Prize Court. Mr Nicholls, 4 Shipwrights and one coppersmith returned to “Chatham”. Sent two bags of mails.

5.30pm: Boats recall.

5.50pm: “Chatham” weighed and proceeded North.

6.30pm: Fire on Niororo Island bearing S60E. Sent second Gig ashore with armed crew and interpreter to order natives not to light fires. Darkened ship.

6.50pm: Manned and Armed ship.

[Received one Ford radiator from Mombasa per HMS “Fox”]

7.50pm: Second gig alongside and hoisted.

[Weather mostly fine, noon temperature 83F]


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[Diagram of ship and holds, dated 21 Nov]

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21 November 1914

Lat -7.7, Long 39.5

[8.0am Position: Anchored Niororo Is]

0.30am: Sentry at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

4.50am: On day look outs.

am: Port watch painting overside. Remainder as requisite.

[Draught: 25’ 0” Forward, 26’ 4” Aft]

10.5am: Anchor aweigh, turned to Starboard. 10.15am: Course S85E. Full Speed.

10.57am: Stopped. Hoisted out Seaplane.

11.15am: Seaplane made trial but failed to rise through shipping water and leaking.

Noon: Hoisted in Seaplane and proceeded to anchorage.

0.30pm: Anchored in 8 fathoms, second Shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearings] [Pemba Jua [Pemba Juu Island] N15W, Kiomboni [Kiombani] Bluff S29W]

0.45pm: Motor boat to HMS “Fox” with Captain. Assistant Engineer McGowan lent to Tug “Adjutant” [listed here, for East Africa].

1.10pm: Tug “Helmuth” [listed as “Hellmuth” here but referred to as “Helmuth” here] alongside.

2.10pm: “Helmuth” left.

2.15pm: Captain on board. Weighed anchor. 2.28pm: Anchor aweigh. Course S78W, 60 revs.

2.42pm: Altered course N84E.

3.37pm: Engines Slow. 3.41pm: Anchored (Port) in 14 fathoms, third shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearings] [Niororo Island North End S85E, South End S49E]

4.30pm: Bathing party left, second Gig, third Cutter.

5.30pm: Boats recall.

6.30pm: Darkened ship. 6.47pm: Manned and armed ship.

7.45pm: Observed Bush fire bearing S33E.

11.15pm: Bush fire bearing S13E and small flashing light (Lickmere Hill, Mafia Island).

[Distance run through the Water: 11 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Koma Island N34W, 11 miles]


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22 November 1914

Lat -7.6, Long 39.5 [very rough estimate]

[8.0am Position: Off Simba Uranga. 8.0pm Position: Niororo Island]

0.30am: Sentry at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

2.0am: Exercised watch man Starboard guns.

5.5am: On day look outs. Guns crews fall out.

[Draught 24’ 10” Forward, 26’ 3” Aft]

6.15am: Hoisted out Seaplane.

6.35am: Anchor aweigh, turned to Starboard. 6.40am: Full Speed, Course S72W.

6.41am: Seaplane lifted and flew towards the land.

7.0am: Reduced to 60 revs.

7.30am: Seaplane returning. Stopped Engines.

8.1am: Hoisted Seaplane on board. 8.5am: Proceeded to close “Fox”.

8.24am: Anchored (Port) in 9 fathoms, second shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearings] [Pemba jua [Pemba Juu] N15W, Kimboro [probably Kiombani] Bluff S30W]

9.32am: Tug “Adjutant” alongside.

10.15am: Tug “Helmouth” [sic] alongside. Hands employed coaling tugs. Supplied to “Helmouth”, 2 Tons coal, 1 Ton Water, Supplied to “Adjutant” 24 Tons coal, 14 Tons Water.

1.30pm: Helmuth left for Niororo Island.

2.20pm: Hoisted boats. 2.30pm: “Adjutant” left. 2.35pm: Anchor aweigh, Course S68E, 65 revs.

2.48pm: Altered course N80E.

3.35pm: Reduced to 40 revs. 3.41pm: Stopped. 3.47pm: Anchored (Port) in 13.5 fathoms, third shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearings] [Niororo Island North End N86E, South End S49E]

4.10pm: “Helmuth” alongside.

4.30pm: Bathing party left.

4.40pm: Motor boat left with 9 Marines, Midshipman Dolton and Lieutenant Gardiner to search Shungu Mbili [Shungumbili] Island.

5.30pm: Boats recall.

6.20pm: Native boat alongside for food.

6.40pm: Darkened ship. 6.55pm: Manned and armed ship.

7.20pm: “Helmuth” left to look for motor boat.

7.30pm: “Helmuth” and motor boat alongside. Hoisted motor boat.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Distance run through the Water: 28 miles]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 88F]


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[Diagram of ship and holds, dated 23 Nov]

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23 November 1914

Lat -9.1, Long 40.1

3.0am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

4.25am: “Helmuth” cast off.

4.38am: Anchor aweigh, turned to port. 4.48am: Course W, 50 revs.

4.55am: Altered course S10W. 5.0am: Full Speed.

5.8am: Altered course S31W. Passing East of Sefo and West of Al Hadjiri Shoals.

6.4am: Altered course S5E. 6.24am: Ras Kisimani abeam 0.5 miles.

6.35am: No 5 Buoy to port.

7.51am: Okuza Island abeam 4 miles. Set log.

8.16am: Nyuni Island abeam 8 miles.

9.5am: Fanjovi [Fanjove] Island abeam 16 miles, Log 15.

9.30am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.40am: Exercised General Quarters.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

6.33pm: Darkened Ship. 6.41pm: Manned and Armed ship.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats crew.

11.0pm: Altered course S7W.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 95 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: 15 miles N65E of Cape Delgado, S26E, 101 miles]


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24 November 1914

Lat -14.6, Long 40.9

[Note at top of page: Clocks 2 hours 30 minutes fast of GMT]

0.30am: Look outs at each gun.

4.50am: On day look outs. Guns Crews fall out.

9.20am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.30am: General Quarters. Exercised Stations for Abandon Ship. Hands wore life belts. 10.10am: Disperse.

am: Officers and party at 4.7 Gun drill. Remainder paint ship.

11.18am: Cape Melamo abeam N77W.

1.49pm: St Georges Light House abeam (N77W), 9 miles, Log 23.

pm: Hands wash clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Out collision mat.

6.50pm: Darkened ship. 6.55pm: Manned and Armed ship.

10.45pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 343 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: To 6 miles E of St Georges S3.5W, 26 miles]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 82F, sea temperature 80F]


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25 November 1914

Lat -20.1, Long 38.2

4.45am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

am: Sea Boats Crews overhauling their falls, Marines painting boat covers. Remainder clean Mess decks. Midshipmen at Small Arm Drill.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Starboard Watch Out Collision Mat.

7.0pm: Darkened ship. 7.10pm: Manned and Armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 367 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: To 15 miles East of Burra Light S31W, 261 miles]


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26 November 1914

Lat -25.6, Long 34.8

[Note at top of page: After 7am Clocks 2 hours fast of GMT]

4.50am: On day look outs. Fall out Guns Crews.

7.0am: Put clocks back 30 minutes.

7.40am: Zavora Point Light House abeam 20.5 miles.

am: Quarter Deck men to Gun drill, Gun Layers and Sight Setters to deflection teacher, Midshipmen to Small Arm drill. Remainder paint ship.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

7.0pm: Darkened ship. 7.15pm: Manned and Armed ship.

11.55pm: Observed SS light bearing S81W bound North.

[Course and Distance made good: S29W, 378 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: 10 miles East of Cape St Lucia S 34 50 W, 211 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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27 November 1914

[Entering Durban Harbour]

Lat -29.9, Long 31.0 [estimated]

[Note at top of page: Cape Standard Time]

0.30am: Look out at each gun.

Midnight to 1.0am: Sounding every 10 minutes.

1.47am: Cape St Lucia Light abeam N36W, 7.5 miles, altered course S63W, Log 216.

2.5am: SS lights bound North.

2.40am: Cape St Lucia dipped bearing N25E.

4.35am: On day look outs. Fall out Guns crews.

8.15am: Observed South Pier bearing S87E, altered course S87E.

8.47am: Stopped. 8.51am: Pilot Watkins on board. Tug Escombe

[probably “Harry Escombe” mentioned here] in attendance. Proceeded at 55 revs.

9.5am: South Pier S60W, 1 mile. Pilot directing.

9.14am: Crossed the Bar (39 feet). 9.18am: Stopped. 9.35am: Alongside “E” Shed and moored ship.

[Draught: 22’ 4” Forward, 25’ 7” Aft]

[Moored alongside “E” Shed]

1.0pm: Gave leave to Starboard Watch till 7.30am.

1.15pm: Commenced coaling.

1.30pm: Escort landed with Paymaster.

2.50pm: Hoisted in new boat for Seaplane.

4.0pm, 8.0pm and Midnight: Coaling proceeding.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 331 miles]

[Noon Position: Durban Harbour]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 1778 tons, Oil 1698 Gallons]


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28 November 1914

[Leaving Durban, though not indicated in log]

Lat -29.58, Long 31.2

[Moored alongside “E” Shed]

0.30am: Coaling proceeding.

7.30am: Liberty men returned.

8.0am: Watch employed carrying bombs onboard. Received 300 bombs.

10.0am: Finished coaling. Received 1390 tons.

[Draught 25’ 2” Forward, 27’ 3” Aft]

10.40am: Stations and unmoored.

11.8am: Cast off and turned ship. Tug “H Escome” [H Escombe] assisting.

[Pilot Duthie directing as requisite]

11.25am: Cast off tug. Pilot left. Proceeded 60 revs.

11.32am: Passed out of Entrance. Course N76E. Full Speed. Set log.

0.30am: Umhlote Rock [Umdhloti] abeam.

pm: Hands washed decks.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

7.0pm: Darkened ship. 7.15pm: Manned and Armed ship.

11.30pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 8 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: S55W, 6.5 miles]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 2499 tons, Oil 1684 tons]


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29 November 1914

Lat -26.2, Long 35.6

0.30am: Look out at each gun.

2.0am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

4.10am: On day look outs. Fall out Guns crews.

10.0am: Divisions. Captain inspected ship’s company.

10.30am: Performed Divine Service.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

6.45pm: Darkened ship. 6.55pm: Manned and armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: N47.5E, 321 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Zavora Point N15.5W, 103 miles]


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30 November 1914

Lat -21.2, Long 38.8

[Note at top of page: After 2am Clocks 2 hours 30 minutes fast of GMT]

2.0am: Put clocks on 30 minutes.

5.0am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

6.50am: Passed a dead whale.

9.20am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.30am: General Quarters.

am: Midshipmen at rifle drill. Forecastle men at rifle drill. Remainder as requisite.

10.45am: Altered course N18E.

Noon: Altered course N43E.

pm: Starboard Watch washed blankets.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Out Collision Mat.

6.50pm: Darkened ship. 7.0pm: Manned and Armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: N30E, 346 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: To 112 miles S65E of Mozambique N33.5E, 386 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 82F, sea temperature 80F]



LOGS FOR DECEMBER 1914


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1 December 1914

Lat -16.2, Long 42.2

4.40am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

9.30am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.45am: Read Warrant No 2.

am: Starboard Watch blanket inspection. Gunners party working in magazine. Forecastle and Fore Top men to rifle drill with Midshipmen. Remainder as requisite.

Noon: Altered course N8E. Reduced to 60 revs.

pm: Watch employed rigging ridge ropes on after well deck and washing blankets.

6.30pm: Darkened ship. 6.45pm: Manned and Armed ship.

[10.0pm: Log line carried away and rotator lost]

[Course and Distance made good: N32.5E, 358 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: 10 miles E of Moresby Point N13.25W, 526 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]


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2 December 1914

Lat -11.2, Long 42.0

[2.0am: Log line carried away and rotator lost]

4.45am: On day look outs. Fall out gun’s crews.

8.0am: Altered course N21W and set log.

am: Midshipmen and Main Top at Rifle drill. Parties cleaning out Fore Dressing Room and After Linen Room. Marines scraping Boat Deck.

pm: Mustered by Open List and paid monthly advance to Ship’s Company. Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Fire Stations.

6.30pm: Darkened ship. 6.45pm: Manned and Armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: N2W, 296 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: To 10 miles East of Moresby Point N27.25W, 243 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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3 December 1914

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7 [estimated]

[8.0am Position: Niororo Island]

0.30am: Look out at each gun.

4.0am: Altered course N59W. Full Speed.

4.50am: Observed land ahead. 5.0am: Altered course N18W.

5.28am: Moresby Point Light House N22W.

6.15am: Moresby Point Light House abeam S72W, 1.5 miles.

6.50am: Altered course N85W. Passed South of Vulture Bank and Gordon Reef and North of Niororo Island.

7.44am: Stopped. 7.45am: Anchored (Port) in 13 fathoms, third shackle on deck.

[Anchor Bearings] [Niororo: North End N68E, South End S65E]

7.47am: Put Seaplane out for trial.

8.10am: Hoisted in Seaplane.

9.0am: Hoisted out Seaplane with Captain on board.

9.12am: Seaplane lifted and flew WSW to reconnoitre over the [SMS] “Konigsberg”.

10.14am: Seaplane returned and hoisted on board.

[Draught 23’ 4” Forward, 27’ 0” Aft]

pm: Made and mended clothes.

2.35am: HMS “Chatham” anchored.

.2.45pm: HMS “Fox” anchored.

3.30pm: Lieutenant Boothroyd rejoined.

5.15pm: White, ERA lent to HMS Fox.

5.20pm: “Fox” sailed.

6.30pm: Darkened ship. 6.50pm: Manned and armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 268 miles]


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4 December 1914

At Niororo Island

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7

[Note at top of page: From 2am to 11.40am Clocks 2 hours 48 minutes fast of GMT then 2 hours 30 minutes fast]

0.30am: Sentry at each gun with rifle and megaphone.

2.0am: Put clocks on 18 minutes.

3.30am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

5.27am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

5.20am: Observed Tugs “Adjutant” and “Helmuth” approaching from the NW.

5.45am: Tugs anchored.

7.25am: Tugs left.

8.0am: HMS “Chatham” left.

9.20am: Divisions and Prayers.

10.0am: Seaplane left with Commander of “Chatham” as observer. Gun Layers and Sight Setters of Starboard watch firing .303 aiming rifle from No 2 Starboard, Motor boat towing target. 20 hands painting ship, party with Midshipmen at rifle drill. Remainder of requisite.

11.12am: Seaplane returned and hoisted. Put clocks back 18 minutes.

11.52am: “Chatham” anchored.

1.20pm: Tugs alongside.

2.45pm: “Adjutant” left to chase dhow bearing SE.

3.30pm: Motor boat left and brought dhow alongside.

4.15pm: Bathing party left.

5.20pm: Boats recall.

6.32pm: Darkened ship. 6.45pm: Manned and armed ship.

[Number on sick list: 5]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 87F]


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5 December 1914

At Niororo Island

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7

5.0am: “Adjutant” left.

5.15am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

6.0am: Hoisted out Seaplane. Seaplane failed to rise through shipping water and was hoisted on board again.

am: Saturday routine.

11.1am: “Chatham” anchored close to.

11.55am: “Adjutant” came alongside.

2.0pm: “Helmuth” came alongside.

2.30pm: “Adjutant” left to anchor inshore.

4.20pm: Bathing party left.

4.30pm: Cutter left to get 10 cases soap from “Chatham”.

5.30pm: Boats recall.

6.40pm: Darkened ship. 6.50pm: Manned and Armed ship.

[Number on sick list: 6]


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6 December 1914

At Niororo Island

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7

5.55am: Sent three Natives to “Chatham”.

6.0am: Hoisted out Seaplane. Conditions unfavourable for flying. Hoisted in Seaplane.

6.30am: “Chatham” sailed North.

[Draught: 23’ 11” Forward, 26’ 11” Aft]

8.35am: “Adjutant” alongside.

9.30am: Divisions and Prayers.

10.0am: Hoisted out Seaplane. 10.40am: Hoisted in Seaplane.

am: Supplied 10 tons Fresh Water to “Adjutant” and 2 tons to “Helmuth”.

1.5pm: Hoisted out Seaplane. Seaplane failed to rise. Engine defects.

2.45pm: Hoisted Seaplane on board.

3.30pm: Tugs left for inshore.

4.10pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to port. 4.20pm: 60 revs. 4.23pm: S79W.

5.15pm: Altered course N66W and reduced speed.

5.31pm: Anchored in 8 fathoms, second Shackle clear of the water. Tugs came alongside.

[Anchored West End of Koma Island N22W, 8 miles]

6.30pm: “Adjutant” and “Helmuth” left to anchor in their inshore Stations.

6.35pm: Darkened ship. 6.50pm: Watch manned and armed ship.


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7 December 1914

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7 [estimated]

[8.0am Position: SW end of Koma Island N22W 8 miles. 8.0pm Position: SW end of Koma Island N29W, 6 miles]

5.10am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

6.0am: Tugs came alongside for stores.

8.17am: “Adjutant” cast off. 8.27am: “Helmuth” cast off.

8.35am: Anchor aweigh, turned to port. 8.55am: Course N88E, 60 revs.

9.22am: 40 revs. 9.30am: Dropped target, Niororo Island N88E, 7 miles. Steamed round target at 9 knots.

9.50am: Commenced firing 1 inch from No 1 Starboard and .303 from No 2 Starboard.

10.42am: Cease fire. Picked up target. 11.0am: Proceeded to Niororo Island at 60 revs.

11.35am: Stopped and hoisted out Seaplane.

Noon: Seaplane flying SE by S.

0.6pm: Course and speed as requisite following Seaplane.

0.37pm: Stopped. 0.40pm: Seaplane alongside. Hoisted Seaplane on board.

1.7pm: Proceeded 60 revs, 1.15pm: Course N77W.

1.45pm: 40 revs. 1.54pm: Anchored (Port) in 6 fathoms, second Shackle outside.

[West end of Koma Island N21W, 8 miles]

2.10pm: Tugs alongside.

5.30pm: Tugs left for their inshore stations.

6.20pm: Darkened ship. 6.38pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to N2W, 45 revs.

6.50pm: Slow, altered course N23W. 6.59pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 8 fathoms, second Shackle outside.

[West end of Koma Island N29W, 6 miles]

7.0pm: Manned and Armed ship.

9.28pm: Observed rocket bearing SW (“Adjutant’s” Station). Guns crews close up. Hove short.

10.20pm: “Adjutant” alongside and reported.

10.35pm: Anchor aweigh, turned to port. 10.44pm: Course SE by S, 45 revs.

11.3pm: Altered course N82E.

11.10pm: Stopped. 11.18pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 14 fathoms, third shackle.

[Distance run through the Water: 36 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: North end of Niororo Island N50E, 5 cables]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 85F]


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8 December 1914

Lat -7.5, Long 39.4 [estimated]

[8.0am Position: SW end of Koma Island N22W, 8 miles. 8.0pm Position: SW end of Koma Island N16W, 4 miles]

0.30am: Four sentry’s at each gun with rifles and one megaphone.

[West end of Koma Island N34W, 9.5 miles]

5.10am: Posted day lookouts. Fall out guns crews.

5.23am: Anchor aweigh. Turned to port. 5.30am: 45 revs. 5.33am: N76W. 5.50am: Anchored (Port) 7.5 fathoms, first shackle awash.

[West end of Koma Island N22W, 8 miles]

[Draught 23’ 2” Forward, 26’ 9” Aft]

am: Supplied 2 tons of coal to “Helmuth”.

9.30am: Divisions and Prayers.

9.40am: Fore and Main Top Starboard Watch rifle drill. Midshipmen at Gun drill. Remainder as requisite.

10.29am: Anchor aweigh. Turned to port. 10.35am: 50 revs. 10.38am: Course N11E. 10.44am: Altered course N39W.

11.25am: Stopped. 11.27am: Anchored (Starboard) in 6 fathoms, second Shackle on board.

[Koma Island: West end N15E, East end N54E]

11.44am: Seaplane out and towed by motor boat into smooth water. Seaplane failed to rise.

0.40pm: Hoisted Seaplane on board.

1.15pm: Out Seaplane and towed it into smooth water.

2.20pm: Seaplane rose and flew towards river. 2.30pm: Seaplane came down bearing S21W 5 miles. Motor boat and both tugs proceeded towards it.

3.20pm: “Helmuth” took Seaplane in tow.

4.35pm: “Adjutant” alongside.

5.20pm: Motor boat and “Helmuth” towing Seaplane alongside. Hoisted in Seaplane.

6.15pm: Darkened ship. 6.35pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 6.42am: Proceeded 52 revs. Course S31E.

6.43pm: Manned and Armed ship.

7.1pm: Slow. 7.5pm: Stop. 7.7pm: Anchored in 8 fathoms, second Shackle on deck.

[South West end of Koma Island N16W, 4 miles]

9.50pm: Veered to second Shackle awash.

[Distance run though the Water: 31 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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9 December 1914

Lat -7.6, Long 39.4 [estimated]

[8.0am Position: SW end of Koma Island N16W 4 miles. 8.0pm Position: SW end of Koma Island N32W, 6.5 miles]

0.30am: 4 Sentries at each gun with rifle and one megaphone.

5.20am: On day look outs. Fall out gun’s crews.

6.0am: Tugs came alongside.

9.0am: Lieutenant Boothroyd, Midshipman Gaffney, 1 NCO and 10 Marines left in “Adjutant” to search Barakuni Island.

10.0am: “Helmuth” proceeded to inshore station.

10.25am: Anchor aweigh. 10.26am: Proceeded 60 revs. Course N30W.

10.50am: Turned ship round. 11.3am: Anchored (Port) in 8 fathoms, second shackle on deck.

[South West end of Koma Island N8E, 1.25 miles]

1.8pm: Hoisted out Seaplane.

2.30pm: Seaplane alongside and hoisted on board. No flight.

5.0pm: “Helmuth” alongside.

5.30pm: “Adjutant” returned with landing party.

[Ratings lent to “Adjutant”: 1 PO, 4 Seamen, 1 Leading Fireman, 6 Firemen]

[1 PO. 1 Seaman, 1 Signalman]

6.12pm: “Helmuth” left for in shore.

6.30pm: Darkened ship. 6.40pm: Manned and armed ship.

6.43pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 6.49pm: S40E, 35 revs.

6.54pm: “Adjutant” breast rope parted. Stopped and altered course S45E.

7.4pm: “Adjutant” cast off. Proceeded at 60 revs.

7.31pm: Stopped. 7.37pm: Anchored (Port) in 9.5 fathoms, second shackle on deck. Observed bush fire bearing N10E.

[South West end of Koma Island N32W, 6.5 miles]

8.50pm: Observed light bearing S82W (Kikunguni) [?] visible intermittently through watch.

9.50pm: Observed red flare bearing S36W (South bank of Simba Uranga).

10.30pm: Veered to second shackle awash.

[Number on sick list: 6]

[Distance run through the Water: 8 miles]


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10 December 1914

Lat -7.6, Long 39.4 [estimated]

[8.0am Position: SW end of Koma Island N32W 6.5 miles. 8.0pm Position: SW end of Koma Island N22W, 4.75 miles]

2.50am: “Adjutant” closing.

3.15am: “Adjutant alongside. Put stores and mattresses on board.

4.40am: “Adjutant” left with 22 Goliath ratings for “Goliath” also Lieutenant Davis transferred to “Goliath” in lieu of Sub Lieutenant Price who remained in “Adjutant”.

[Ratings returned to “Goliath”: 16 Seamen, 5 Stokers, 1 Signalman. Transferred to Goliath Lieutenant Davis RNR]

[Draught: 23’ 0” Forward, 26’ 6” Aft]

5.15am: On day look outs. Guns crews fall out.

6.20am: “Helmuth” alongside.

7.20am: Observed a vessels masts bearing East “Goliath”.

8.30am: Hove first Shackle awash.

9.20am: Divisions and Prayers. Forecastle men washing deck cloths and oiling 3.5 inch wire hawser. Fore top men heaving the lead. Main top men working on steel plates in No 4 Flat. Midshipmen and Quarter Deck men at Squad Drill. Marines Small Arm drill. Bosun’s party reeving new sea boats falls.

[10.20am: “Helmuth” left for her inshore station.]

10.23am: Anchor aweigh. 10.26am: Proceeded 60 revs. Course N42W.

10.55am: 40 revs. 11.2am: Stop. 11.6am: Anchored (Port) 7.25 fathoms, second Shackle on deck.

[SW end of Koma [Island] N28E, 8 cables]

0.30pm: Away gig and motor boat. Out Seaplane.

0.57pm: Seaplane lifted flew towards the land. 1.4pm: Seaplane planed down bearing S30W. Sent motor boat (Midshipman Galleyhawk) to look for it. “Helmuth” also proceeding.

1.19pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to port. 1.35pm: S41E. Full speed. 1.46pm: Altered Course S64W, 40 revs.

1.50pm: Stopped. 2.51pm: Anchored (Port) in 5.75 fathoms, first Shackle awash.

2.55pm to 3.15pm: “Helmuth” firing at batteries on shore.

3.35pm: HMS “Fox” bearing S20E.

3.50pm: Signalled “Adjutant” to close on “Helmuth”.

3.55pm: Anchor aweigh. Course and speed as requisite.

4.13pm: Anchored (Port) in 5 fathoms, first shackle awash.

[SW end Koma Island N10W, Left Bank Simba Uranga S24W]

4.19pm: Observed “Helmuth” returning with Seaplane and motor boat.

5.16pm: “Fox” anchored close to.

6.15pm: “Adjutant” alongside and reported Sub Lieutenant Cutler missing.

6.30pm: Darkened ship.

6.45pm: “Adjutant” left for inshore.

6.53pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to make a lee for seaplane.

7.0pm: “Helmouth” [sic], motor boat and seaplane alongside.

7.13pm: Seaplane on board. Hoisted boats. Proceeded. Course East, 45 revs.

7.52pm: Stop. 7.54pm: Anchored (Port) in 8 fathoms, second Shackle awash. Manned and armed ship.

[SW end of Koma Island N22W, 4.75 miles]

8.40pm: “Fox” anchored close to.

[Distance run through the Water: 6]

[Number on sick list: 6]


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11 December 1914

Lat -7.6, Long 39.4 [estimated]

[8.0am Position: SW end of Koma Island N22W 4.75 miles]

5.10am: On day look outs. 5.15am: Fall out gun’s crews.

6.0am: “Adjutant” alongside and commenced coaling.

6.20am: “Helmuth” alongside.

[Draught 22’ 10” Forward, 26’ 5” Aft]

9.30am: Divisions and Prayers. Midshipmen to Maxim and 3 Pounder gun drill. Foretop men to Signals, Main top men heaving the lead, second Part Port Watch coaling “Adjutant”.

10.45am: Finished coaling “Adjutant”.

[Supplied to Adjutant: 8 Tons Water, 8 Gallons Oil, 17 tons Coal.

11.55am: HMS Fox weighed and proceeded.

5.25pm: Anchor aweigh. Engines working up to Full Speed. Course N78E. 5.49pm: Altered course N45E.

6.28pm: Altered course N66E and streamed log.

6.35pm: Darkened ship. 6.50pm: Manned and armed ship.

7.11pm: Altered course N5E.

11.0pm: Altered course N26E. Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Distance run through the Water: 7 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]


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12 December 1914

From Rufiji Delta to Mombasa

Lat -4.1, Long 39.6 [estimated]

[Note at top of page: Clocks 2 hours 30 minutes fast of GMT]

0.30am: Look outs at each gun.

2.30am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

5.5am: On day look outs. Fall out gun’s crews.

5.27am: Altered course N23W. 5.34am: Ras Kenyu [?] bearing N70W.

6.4am: Ras Kenyu abeam 8 miles.

8.10am: Observed Ras Serani bearing N21W.

8.52am: Courses and speed as requisite.

9.26am: Passed Ras Serani and proceeded into Kilindini Harbour.

9.45am: Anchored (Port) in 17 fathoms, third shackle awash.

[HMS “Chatham” at anchor]

[Admiralty High Beacon N50W, 3.5 cables]

[Draught on Arrival: 23’ 3” Aft, 26’ 2” Aft]

11.50am: Anchor aweigh and shifted berth. 11.57am: Anchored (Starboard) in [blank] fathoms, fourth shackle on deck.

[Admiralty High Beacon N61W, 4 cables]

pm: Made and mended clothes. Leave to Port Watch 3.30 till 6.30pm.

6.35pm: Liberty men returned.

[Noon Position: Anchored Port Kilindini]

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 230 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 1995 tons, Oil 1453 Gallons]


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13 December 1914

At Port Kilindini

Lat -4.1, Long 39.6 [estimated]

0.30am: 4 Sentries posted round ship with rifles and megaphones.

5.15am: SS “Cupid” sailed. 5.20am: Sentries fall out.

5.45am: Collier SS “Collingham” [possibly the ship listed here] came alongside.

6.10am: Collier moored. Hands discharging Seaplane into lighter, taking in fresh meat and scrubbing decks.

10.30am: Divisions and Prayers.

3.30pm: Leave to Starboard Watch to 6.30pm.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Veered to fifth shackle on deck. OOG [Officer of Guard] boarded BI [British India Steam Navigation Company] SS Palatina [presumably Palitana listed here] from Bombay.

6.30pm: Liberty men returned.

7.0pm: Posted armed sentries.

10.15pm: Motor boat moored for the night.

[Number on sick list: 5]

[Weather fine, winds light, noon temperature 83F]


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14 December 1914

At Port Kilindini

Lat -4.1, Long 39.6

0.30am: Four armed sentries posted round ship.

5.30am: Sentries return arms.

5.29am: “Chatham” weighed and proceeded.

7.20am: Commenced coaling.

am: Hands and native labour coaling ship.

1.0pm: OOG board Italian SS “Porto Torres” from [blank].

pm: Native labour coaling ship. Leave to Port watch 3.30 to 5pm.

4.10pm: Watch and native labour coaling ship.

6.30pm: Posted armed sentries.

9.50pm: Motor launch moored alongside.

Midnight: Coal received 390 tons.

[Number on sick list: 5]


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15 December 1914

At Port Kilindini

Lat -4.1, Long 39.6

2.0am: Coaling proceeding.

7.0am: Hands and native labour coaling ship. Discharged 70 tins Petrol to the shore.

[Draught 24’ 9” Forward, 26’ 0” Aft]

am: Coaling continues.

pm: Native labour coaling ship. Leave to Starboard watch 3.30 to 5pm.

4.0pm: Watch and native labour coaling ship.

6.50pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

7.0pm: Moored Motor Boat.

10.0pm: Coaling throughout.

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 2295 tons, Oil 1424 gallons]


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16 December 1914

Lat -4.1, Long 39.6

[Anchored Kilindini]

2.0am: Watch and Native labour coaling ship.

7.0am: Hands and native labour coaling ship.

7.15am: SS “Battenhall” anchored. 7.30am: OOG boared [boarded] SS “Battenhall”.

am: Coaling ship.

0.10pm: HMT “Kamara” sailed.

pm: Native labour coaling ship. Leave to Port Watch 3.30 to 5pm.

4.0pm: Watch and native labour coal ship.

6.0pm: Stopped coaling. Coal received 1300 tons. Washed decks.

6.50pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

7.15pm: Moored motor boat.

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 2794 tons, Oil 1417 gallons]


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17 December 1914

Lat -4.1, Long 39.6

[Anchored Kilindini]

0.30am: Armed sentries posted round ship.

6.0am: SS “Collingham” cast off and proceeded to anchor.

7.15am: OOG [Office of Guard] boarded SS “Clan Menzies” [Clan Menzies (1) listed here].

am: Hands cleaning ship.

1.40pm: OOG boarded Transport “Kilwa”.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

2.15pm: BI SS “Palatina” [sic] sailed.

3.30pm: Leave to Starboard Watch 3.30 to 6.30pm.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

7.0pm: Hoisted boats.

10.0pm: Armed Sentries posted round ship.

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 3166 tons, Oil 1411 gallons]


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18 December 1914

Lat -5.0, Long 39.4

[Anchored Port Kilindini]

0.30am: Armed Sentries posted round ship.

[Draught: 24’ 10” Forward, 26’ 4” Aft]

4.51am: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 5.5am: Proceeded out of harbour. Courses and speed as requisite.

5.23am: Passed Ras Serani. Engines working up to Full Speed. Course S54E.

5.40am: Passed French SS Sydney bound in.

5.50am: Altered course S28W. Hands hoisting derricks, turning out boats and screening guns.

7.34am: Chale Island abeam 4.5 miles.

9.0am: Pungutiayu Island abeam 6.5 miles.

9.20am: Divisions and Prayers.

9.35am: Observed HMS Fox bearing S34W.

10.15am: 40 revs. 10.19am: Stopped. Captain boarded HMS “Fox”. Gunners party throwing bombs overboard.

11.50am: Captain on board. Turned ship to North.

0.5pm: Proceeded N14E to intercept Transport “Sumatra” [there were a number of ships of this name at this time].

1.0pm: “Sumatra” took station astern.

1.15pm: Passed between Mwamba Shando [Mwamba Shundo] and Mwambo Kitugamue [Mwamba Kitugamue].

2.40pm: Stop. 2.45pm: Anchored (Port) in 19.5 fathoms, fourth shackle on deck.

[Ulenge Light House S40W, 2.8 miles]

3.0pm: Sent gig to “Sumatra” with orders.

5.45pm: Anchor aweigh. Shifted berth.

6.5pm: HMS “Fox” firing at Tanga [see also the log for HMS Fox for this date].

6.10pm: Anchored (Port) in 23 fathoms, third Shackle awash. Lowered Starboard boats.

[Ulenge Light House N51W, 1.1 miles]

6.30pm: Darkened ship. 6.40pm: Hoisted boats.

7.30pm: Anchor aweigh. Proceeded to sea, passing North of Fungu Nyama. Courses and speed as requisite.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship. 8.35pm: Set course S12W.

10.30pm: Observed Mwana Mwana Light bearing S3W.

11.17pm: Altered course S8E. Mwana Mwana Light abeam. 11.38pm: Altered course S20W.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 71 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Ulenge Light House S84W, 14 miles]


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19 December 1914

Lat -6.6, Long 39.3

[8.0am Position: Zanzibar Harbour]

0.21am: Mungopani [probably Mangapwani] Light abeam 2 miles, altered course S17E.

0.33am: Stopped and examined two dhows. Found them to be British and bound from Pemba Island to Zanzibar.

1.20am: Turned ship and proceeded.

2.5am: Chapani Buoy to Starboard. Altered course S46W.

2.17am: Stopped. 2.19am: Anchored (Starboard) in 11 fathoms, third shackle awash.

[Hospital Red Light S43E, 2.5 cables]

3.10am: Water boats (2) alongside.

5.5am: Water boats empty. Sent them to shore. On day lookouts.

[Ratings returned from “Adjutant: 1 PO 1, Ratings sent to Adjutant: 1 PO 2, 3 Seamen]

[1 ERA returned from Duplex [listed here, for East Africa]]

6.10am: Water boat alongside. 6.43am: Second Water boat alongside.

8.10am: Water boats empty. Received 155 tons.

9.43am: Anchor aweigh. Turned to port. 9.56am: Course S9W.

[Draught leaving 24’ 9” Forward, 26’ 5” Aft]

10.5am: Altered course S38W. 10.10am: Netwana Buoy to port.

10.26am: Chumbe Light House East 2.5 miles, altered course South.

0.30pm: Makatumbe Light House abeam 7 miles (S54W).

1.42pm: Ras Kimbiji Light House abeam 5 miles (S54W).

4.5pm: Altered course S12W. Proceeded East of Fili and Wumi Shoals.

5.30pm: Stop. 5.36pm: Anchored (Port) in 13 fathoms, third Shackle on deck.

[West end of Boydu Island [also known as Bwejuu Island] S18W, 5.5 miles]

6.50pm: Manned and Armed ship.

8.0pm: HMS “Chatham” anchored S7E, 6 miles from East end of Koma Island.

8.45pm: Observed bright light bearing S65E.

10.59pm: Observed 2 bright green lights with interval of 10 seconds between followed by a bright light bearing S65W. The position of this light by this bearing and the bearing observed by “Chatham” is N53W, 4.5 miles from West end Boydu Island.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 129 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Makatumbe Light House S2E, 11 miles]


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20 December 1914

Lat -7.6, Long 39.5 [rough estimate]

[8.0am Position: E end of Koma Island N30W 6.5 miles. 8.0pm Position: W end of Boydu Island South 1.8 miles]

[Anchored West end of Boydu Island S18W, 5.5 miles]

0.30am: 4 Sentries at each gun with rifles.

1.0am: Observed a brilliant light, white, green white alternating visible 4 seconds, interval 15 seconds bearing S63W. “Chatham” observed this light bearing S4W which fixes the position of the light as N50W 4.2 miles from West end of Boydu Island.

5.10am: On day look out. Sentries return arms.

6.24am: Anchor aweigh. Turned to port. 6.35am: Course N19E.

7.28am: Altered course N45W. 7.50am: Anchored (Starboard) in 10 fathoms, second Shackle awash, 2.25 cables SW by W from “Chatham”.

[East end of Koma Island N30W, 6.5 miles]

8.15am: “Adjutant” alongside.

8.32am: “Duplex” arrived and anchored.

10.0am: Divisions and Prayers. White, ERA rejoined from “Duplex”. One First Class PO rejoined from “Adjutant”. One Second Class PO and 3 ABs joined “Adjutant”.

pm: Supplied 12 Tons Water to “Adjutant”.

2.58pm: Observed HMS “Fox” approaching from the North.

3.58pm: “Adjutant” left to anchor off Kikunja [?].

4.10pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 4.14pm: Proceeded 50 revs. Course S19E.

5.4pm: Altered course S18W. 5.46pm: Anchored (Port) in 8 fathoms, second shackle on deck.

[West end of Boydu Island S18W, 3.2 miles]

6.35pm: Observed a bright light bearing East. 6.40pm: Darkened ship.

6.59pm: Anchor aweigh. 7.0pm: Proceeded 35 revs. Course S36W.

7.16pm: Stopped. 7.19pm: Anchored (Port) in 13 fathoms, third shackle on deck.

[West end of Boydu S 1.8 miles]

9.10pm and 9.24pm: Observed glare of bright lights bearing N36W and N34W respectively.

11.20pm: Observed dull white light flashed about 3 times bearing East.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 97 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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21 December 1914

Lat -8.0, Long 39.5 [estimated]

[8.0am Position: West end of Boydu East 6 cables. 8.0pm Position: West end of Boydu N39E, 4.3 miles]

4.0am: Observed bright light bearing S82E. 4.20am: On day look outs. Sentries return arms.

5.17am: Landing party left for Boydu Island in Motor boat and third Cutter. Lieutenant Boothroyd, Midshipman Squires, 1 Sergeant and 10 Marines to be left on Boydu Island.

6.20am: Recalled boats. 6.27am: Fired blank. 6.34am: Hoisted Motor boat.

6.55am: “Duplex” arrived and proceeded towards Kiassi River.

[Draught 24’ 6” Forward, 26’ 7” Aft]

6.56am: Anchor aweigh. Proceeded towards Boydu. 7.7am: Fired blank to recall cutter.

7.30am: Cutter alongside and hoisted. 7.35am: Proceeded.

8.0am: Boydu Island East 6 cables. 8.10am: Passed through shoals to the SE of Boydu Island and proceeded towards Kiassi River.

8.20am: “Duplex” aground, Sent cutter to her.

8.30am: Anchored in 10 fathoms, second Shackle on deck.

[West end of Boydu N43E, 3.4 miles]

9.30am: Divisions. Observed party of soldiers on shore. 9.35am: “Action”.

9.47am: Anchor aweigh.

[Navigator sounded for 6 cables inshore]

9.56am: Anchored (Starboard) in 8 fathoms, second Shackle on deck.

[West end of Boydu N39E, 4.3 miles]

10.0am: Opened fire on soldiers on shore from Nos 1 and 2 Port. “Duplex” firing up Kiassi River.

10.45am: Cease fire. Ammunition expended 17 rounds (common).

1.25pm: “Adjutant” alongside.

3.0pm: “Adjutant” towed third Cutter to Boydu Island and landed 1 NCO and 10 Marines. Duplex reported men in Kiassi Entrance. “Action”.

3.13pm: Opened fire. 3.20pm: Ceased firing. Expended 11 rounds.

4.20pm: “Duplex” opened fire on shore.

4.32pm: “Duplex” Ceased fire.

4.55pm: “Adjutant” returned with cutter.

5.35pm: “Adjutant” left to assist “Duplex”.

5.50pm: “Duplex” firing on shore. 5.53pm: “Duplex” ceased fire and got under weigh.

6.20pm: “Duplex” clear of the shoals.

6.35pm: Flashlight observed on East end of Boydu Island.

6.40pm: Darkened ship. Duplex anchored bearing N19W. “Adjutant” anchored bearing S85W.

7.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

7.30pm: Sent third Cutter to “Duplex”.

9.10pm: Third Cutter alongside and hoisted.

10.0pm: Four Sentries at each gun with rifles.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 24 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]

[Weather fine, with light winds, noon temperature 85F]


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22 December 1914

Lat -7.7, Long 39.5 [rough estimate]

[8.0am Position: SW end of Koma Island N24W, 13.8 miles. 8.0pm Position: SW end of Koma Island N23W, 5.1 miles]

[West end of Boydu Island N39E, 4.3 miles]

0.40am Observed bright presumably signal light bearing S59W. Watch man port guns.

0.53am: Opened fire. Expended 13 rounds (Common) and extinguished light.

1.0am: Fall out gun’s crews and posted sentries.

5.0am: “Adjutant” under weigh. 5.6am: Anchor aweigh. Turned to port. “Duplex” under weigh.

5.10am: Posted day lookouts. Sentries returned. 5.22am: Course N6E, 35 revs.

5.44am: Boydu Island East 1.8 miles. 5.46am: Altered course N48E, 45 revs.

6.50am: Anchored (Port) in 6.75 fathoms, second shackle awash. HMS “Fox” bearing N52W, 2.5 cables.

[SW end Koma Island N24W, 13.8 miles]

7.10am: “Duplex” anchored bearing S60W. 7.15am: “Adjutant” alongside.

9.10am: Heard two distant explosions in WSW direction.

11.50am: “Helmuth” alongside to provision.

1.2pm: “Helmuth” cast off.

1.27pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 1.28pm: Proceeded 65 revs. Course S52E.

2.20pm: Altered course S33W, 50 revs.

2.39pm: Fired blank charge. 2.41pm: Altered course South 30 revs.

2.50pm: Stop. 2.53pm: Anchored (Port) in 11 fathoms, second shackle on deck. Fired blank. Away first Gig and third Cutter to Boydu Island.

[Boydu Island East 5.5 cables]

3.20pm: Boats returned with landing party.

3.37pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Port. 3.45pm: Full Speed. Course N1W. 3.50pm: Altered course N32E.

4.44pm: Stopped. Second Gig took Lieutenant Commander Wilkinson to “Adjutant” and returned with [blank] Natives.

5.25pm: Proceeded, 65 revs to anchorage.

6.6pm: Anchored (Port) in 7.5 fathoms, second shackle awash.

[SW end of Koma Island N23W, 5.1 miles]

6.50pm: Darkened ship. 7.0pm: Manned and armed ship. No 2 Guns loaded.

10.40pm: Observed HMS Fox (?) bearing S8E.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 18 miles]

[Number on sick list: 6]


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23 December 1914

Place Lat -7.8, Long 39.6

0.30am: Four armed sentries at each gun. No 2 Guns loaded.

2.0am: HMS “Fox” visible during watch.

2.45am: Observed two white lights bearing West, visible for 2 minutes.

5.10am: “Duplex” and “Adjutant” proceeding towards the Simba Uranga.

5.30am: On day lookouts. Sentries return arms.

6.0am: “Duplex” and “Adjutant” engaging shore batteries.

6.50am: Both ships leaving the river.

7.35am: Sent first gig to “Duplex” with Doctor.

8.20am: “Duplex” moored alongside. 8.25am: Embarked two wounded men.

9.46am: “Duplex” cast off and anchored.

9.50am: “Adjutant” alongside. 10.7am: HMS Fox anchored closed to.

10.50am: Anchor aweigh. Full Speed. 11.2am: Course S34E.

0.8pm: Courses as requisite passing East of Sefo and West of Al Hadjiri Shoals and through the Mafia Channel.

0.45pm: Ras Kisimani abeam 4.5 cables.

0.55pm: No 5 Buoy to port, set course S12W.

2.13pm: Okuza Island West 4 miles, altered course S11W.

3.24pm: Fanjove Island Light House West 4.25 miles. 3.43pm: Altered course S78W.

4.15pm: Private Robert Harbran [Harbron] RMLI No 15138E Plymouth age 22 (on HMS Fox's books) died of Internal Hemorrhage [haemorrhage]. [Entry on Casualty List for this date reads: Fox, old light cruiser HARBRON, Robert A, Private, RMLI, 15138 (Ply), DOW [Died of Wounds]]

4.30pm: “Action”, altered course S23W. 4.38pm: Stopped Kilwa Kivinje (+) S23W 2 miles. Opened fire on dhows on beach.

[Expended 78 Common Shell, 28 Lyddite Shell]

5.30pm: Ceased fire, turned ship. 5.38pm: N22E.

6.33pm: Stopped [Lat] 8 40 S, [Long] 39 34 E. Committed the body of Private R Harbran [Harbron] to the sea.

6.35pm: Proceeded S40E, 30 revs.

6.44pm: Darkened ship. 6.55pm: Manned and armed ship.

7.0pm: Altered course East. Full Speed. 7.20pm: Altered course N31E.

10.30pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

10.54pm: Observed the land to port. 10.52pm: Altered course N1W.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 54 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Ras Kisimani S11E, 10 miles]

[Number on sick list: 6]


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24 December 1914

Lat -6.2, Long 39.2 [estimated]

[Note at top of page: After 6am Clocks 2 hours 37 minutes fast of GMT, After 7pm Clocks 2 hours 22 minutes fast of GMT]

[8.0am Position: Zanzibar Harbour]

2.0am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

4.0am: Commenced sounding.

4.30am: “Slow”. Observed the land about Ras Kizimkazi bearing NE, altered course N79W. Sounded 87/r [87 fathoms, rock].

4.37am: Full Speed. 4.52am: Chumbe Light N39W. Sounded 58/r [58 fathoms, rock].

6.25am: Altered course N36E. Clocks advanced 7 minutes.

6.53am: Mtwana Buoy to Starboard. Courses as requisite.

7.8am: Stop. 7.13am: Anchored (Starboard) in 10 fathoms, second shackle awash. Steam at 15 minutes notice.

[Draught 24’ 1” Forward, 26’ 4” Aft]

[Hospital Flag Staff S52E, 380 yards]

8.50am: Water boats alongside.

9.20am: Divisions and Prayers.

9.30pm: Discharged one Stoker cot case to Hospital.

pm: Leave to Port watch from 1.30 to 6.30. Water boats alongside.

6.30pm: Liberty men on board. Hoisted boats.

6.45pm: Darkened ship. 7.0pm: Posted armed sentries at each gun. Put clocks back 15 minutes.

10.0pm: Sent motor boat ashore for telegram.

[Course and Distance made good: To Kilwa Kivinje 67 miles, Kilwa to Zanzibar 166 miles]

[Number on sick list: 6]


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[Diagram of ship and holds, dated 24.12.14]

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[Diagram of ship and holds, dated 25.12.14]

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25 December 1914

At Zanzibar

Lat -6.2, Long 39.2

0.30am: Armed sentry at each gun.

2.0am: Suspicious boat showing no light hailed four times, no reply. Sentry at No 4 Port fired. Sent motor boat with armed crew in pursuit.

3.30am: Motor boat returned having failed to find boat.

5.15am: On day look out. Sentries return arms.

am: Sunday Routine [this being Christmas Day].

6.55am: Water boat alongside.

7.40am: Landed Roman Catholics.

pm: Leave to Starboard Watch 1.30 to 6.30pm. Receiving Fresh Water all day.

7.0pm: Liberty men on board. Posted Armed Sentries.

10.30pm: Darkened ship.


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26 December 1914

At Zanzibar

Lat -6.2, Long 39.2

5.0am: SS “Rheinfels” sailed.

[Draught 24’ 8” Forward, 26’ 10” Aft]

am: Water boats alongside.

10.30am: Piped down.

[New Entries: Two Seedie Boys]

1.30pm: Gave leave to Port Watch to 6.30pm.

3.30pm: Patrol landed.

5.40pm: French SS “Polsepolis” [probably Persepolis, listed here] from Madagascar anchored and boarded by OOG [Officer of Guard].

6.30pm: Liberty men on board. 6.45pm: Patrol on board.

9.53pm: “Duplex” weighed and proceeded South.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

10.15pm: Marine having missed “Duplex” reported on board.

11.15pm: Sent Marine to Barracks under escort.

[Weather fine, noon temperature 86F]


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[Diagram of ship and holds, dated 26.12.14]

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[Diagram of ship and holds, dated 27.12.14]

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27 December 1914

At Zanzibar

Lat -6.2, Long 39.2

5.20am: Posted day look out. Sentries return Arms.

6.50am: French SS Oceanien [Oceanien (1) listed here] from Marseilles anchored and was boarded by OOG.

8.0am: Water boats alongside.

8.30am: SS “Purrea” [probably Purnea (1) listed here] from Bombay anchored and was boarded by OOG.

10.0am: Divisions. 10.30am: Performed Divine Service.

10.50am: Landed Roman Catholics.

11.0am: French SS “Oceanien” sailed.

11.30am: Taking on board stores for HMS “Fox”.

0.3pm: “Duplex” anchored close to.

1.10pm: “Duplex” weighed and proceeded to sea.

1.30pm: Gave leave to Starboard Watch till 6.30pm.

3.45pm: Landed Patrol.

5.0pm: Finished taking in Fresh Water. Total received 712.5 tons.

6.30pm: Liberty men on board.

7.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

8.0pm: Hoisted and secured all boats for sea.


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28 December 1914

Lat -7.2, Long 39.8

[Note at top of page: After 5.18am clocks 2 hours 30 minutes fast of GMT]

[Draught: 24’ 4” Forward, 27’ 0” Aft]

5.8am: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 5.15am: Sentries returned Arms.

5.18am: Course S2W. Engines to Full Speed. Clocks put on 8 minutes.

5.40am: Course S38W. 5.46am: Mtwana Buoy to port, close to.

6.4am: Chumbe Light House East 2.3 miles, altered course South.

8.6am: Altered course S42W, 60 revs.

8.25am: Engines Slow. 8.30am: Altered course S36E. “Action”.

8.45am: Makatumbe Light House abeam 7 cables. Reconnoitring Dar es Salaam.

9.2am: Makatumbe Light House N62W, 1.6 miles, altered course N29E, 60 revs. Exercised Abandon ship.

9.20am: Secure. 9.44am: Altered course S33E.

10.44am: Ras Kanzi Light House abeam 6.5 miles.

11.35am: HMS “Weymouth” bearing S20E. Steered to close.

11.56am: Stopped and signalled.

Noon: Proceeded 65 revs. Course S31W.

1.12pm: Altered course S67W. Proceeded between Muni Patches and Fawn Bank towards HMS “Fox”.

2.38pm: Stop. 2.41pm: Anchored (Port) in 7 fathoms, second Shackle awash.

[East Point Koma Island N11E, 3 miles]

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

6.55pm: Darkened ship.

6.57pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 7.6pm: Course S40E, 50 revs.

7.26pm: Stop. 7.29pm: Anchored (Port) in 7 fathoms, second shackle awash.

[East end of Koma Island N18W 6.5 miles]

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 84 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Ras Kanzi Light House N54W, 16.5 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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[Diagram of ship and holds, dated 28.12.14]

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[Diagram of ship and holds, dated 29.12.14]

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29 December 1914

Lat -7.6, Long 39.4 [estimated]

[East end of Koma Island N18W 6.5 miles]

0.30am: 4 Sentries at each gun with rifles.

5.15am: On day look outs. Guns crews fall out.

6.20am: “Adjutant” alongside. Port watch coaling “Adjutant”.

9.30am: A White, Private RMLI deprived of two GS [Good Service] badges. Warrant read before Marines. Port Watch coaling “Adjutant”, 8 men at Maxim gun drill. Remainder as requisite.

11.35am: Finished coaling “Adjutant”. Supplied 20 tons coal, 12 tons water.

11.50am: Anchor aweigh, turned to Starboard. “Adjutant” in company.

Noon: Proceeded 45 revs. Course S36E.

1.43pm: Courses and speed as requisite.

2.0pm: Tirene Buoy to Starboard. 2.10pm: Kilindoni Buoy South 7 cables, turned to Starboard.

2.36pm: Tirene Buoy to port. 3.10pm: Saline Bank Buoy to port.

3.28pm: Al Hadjiri Buoy to port. Sent Adjutant to rejoin “Fox”.

3.34pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 9 fathoms, third Shackle awash.

[Ras Kisimani S17E, 2.7 miles]

6.8pm: Anchor aweigh, Course N2W, 45 revs. 6.23pm: Altered course N35E.

6.35pm: Darkened ship.

6.37pm: Sefo Shoal abeam. 6.45pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 9 fathoms, third Shackle awash.

[Ras Kisimani S7W, 7 miles]

7.10pm: Manned and Armed Ship. Ship dragging.

7.46pm: Anchor aweigh. 7.52pm: Proceeded 45 revs, Course North.

8.8pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 13 fathoms, fourth Shackle awash.

[Ras Kisimani S8W, 9 miles]

9.45pm: Observed a fixed white light bearing S48E.

10.20pm: Observed a fixed white light bearing S46E.

[Distance run through the Water: 38 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: East end of Koma Island N24W, 6.5 miles]

[Number on sick list: 6]


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30 December 1914

Lat -8.0, Long 39.6 [estimated]

1.20am: Observed empty dugout drifting.

4.30am: Hove second Shackle awash.

5.15am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

7.17am: Observed HMS “Weymouth” bearing N by W.

8.0am: Second Gig towed an empty dugout alongside.

8.10am: Cast dugout adrift.

8.38am: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 8.50am: Proceeded 60 revs, Course S18E.

8.55am: Altered course S33W. 9.5am: Saline Bank Buoy to port.

9.24am: Al Hadjiri Buoy to port.

9.45am: Anchored (Port) in 14 fathoms, fourth Shackle awash. One gun manned and trained on the shore.

[Ras Kisimani N60E, 6 cables]

0.35pm: “Adjutant” alongside, Colonel Ward came on board.

1.5pm: “Adjutant” left for Kilindoni.

1.23pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 1.25pm: Proceeded 60 revs, Course S13E. Reconnoitring off Ras Kisimani.

1.34pm: Turned to Starboard. 1.40pm: Full Speed, Course N6W.

1.50pm: Ras Kisimani East 5 cables.

2.45pm: Tirene Buoy to Starboard.

3.0pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 8 fathoms, third Shackle on deck.

[Ras Kisimani S56W, 4.7 miles]

3.50pm: Colonel Ward left in “Adjutant”.

4.27pm: HMS “Fox” anchored close to. 4.45pm: Sent gig for mails.

5.32pm: Gig returned.

5.35pm: Anchor aweigh. Full Speed, Course N37E.

5.50pm: Tirene Buoy to port, altered course N26W.

6.29pm: Stop. 6.35pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 11 fathoms, fourth shackle awash.

[Ras Twana S86W, 7 miles]

6.40pm: Darkened ship. 6.50pm: Manned and armed ship.

[Distance run through the Water: 51 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Ras Kisimani N54E, 6 cables]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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[Diagram of ship and holds, dated 30.12.14]

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[Diagram of ship and holds, dated 31.12.14]

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31 December 1914

Lat -7.6, Long 39.4

[8am Position: Ras Twana S86W, 7 miles]

5.20am: On day look outs. Sentries return arms.

8.46am: Anchor aweigh. Proceeded 60 revs, Course N21W.

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

9.55am: Courses and speed as requisite closing on HMS “Weymouth”.

10.8am: Stop. 10.11am: Anchored in 6 fathoms, third Shackle on deck. Midshipmen and Quarter Deck men at rifle drill. Marines at Infantry drill. Remainder as requisite.

[East Point Koma Island N2E, 3.8 miles]

11.30am: “Helmuth” alongside.

11.43am: Anchor aweigh. “Helmuth” fast astern. 11.45am: Proceeded 25 revs. Course N30E. Towing Tug “Helmuth”.

Noon: Increased to 24 revs.

[Ratings returned from “Helmuth”: 1 Able Seaman, 1 Signalman]

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. 4.10pm: Starboard Watch at Fire Stations.

4.25pm: Ship’s Company at Physical Drill.

6.43pm: Darkened ship. 7.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

10.20pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Distance run through the Water: 45 miles]

[Weather fine but hazy in middle of day, noon temperature 87F]



LOGS FOR JANUARY 1915


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1 January 1915

Lat -5.9, Long 39.1

[Note at top of page: 4.50am: Put clocks back 8 minutes to 2 hours 22 minutes fast of GMT. 11.20am: Put clocks on 8 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes fast of GMT]

[8.0am Position: Zanzibar Harbour. 8.0pm: Vanga Town N64E, 3 miles]

1.0am: Altered course N44W. 1.13am: Chumbe Light bearing N24W, altered course N35W.

3.17am: Altered course N13E. 3.43am: Chumbe Light House East 1.5 miles.

4.0am: Mtwana Buoy to Starboard. Courses and speed as requisite.

4.42am: Stopped. 4.48am: Anchored (Port) in 11 fathoms, third Shackle on deck.

[Anchor Bearing] [Hospital Red Light S65E, 440 yards]

[Draught 24’ 6” Forward, 26’ 6” Aft]

5.0am: “Helmuth” fast alongside.

6.0am: “Helmuth” cast off.

7.30am: OOG [Officer of Guard] boarded RMS “Llandovery Castle”.

8.55am: Sent both Gigs to “Llandovery Castle” for stores.

9.40am: Received two 3 pounder guns.

10.5am: Gigs alongside and hoisted.

10.22am: Anchor aweigh. Proceeded 60 revs through the English Pass.

10.40am: Chapani Buoy to port. Course N7W.

10.50am: Altered course N17W. 10.55am: Seagull Buoy to Port. Clock put on 8 minutes.

0.25pm: Altered course N25E.

2.20pm: Maziwi Island West 4 miles.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

5.6pm: Altered course N55W. Passed between Mwamba Shambo [Mwamba Shundo] and Mwamba Kitagume [Mwamba Kitugamue].

6.3pm: Stopped. 6.14pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 6.75 fathoms, fourth Shackle awash. Transport “Kilwa” at anchor to the North.

[Anchor Bearing] [Vanga Town N64E, 3 miles]

6.50pm: Darkened ship. 6.55pm: Manned and armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 119 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Mungopani [possibly Mangapwani] Light House]


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2 January 1915

Lat -4.2, Long 39.7

[8.0am Position: Anchored Vanga Town N64W, 3 miles. 8.0pm Position: Kisiti [Kisite] Island N72W, 6 cables]

0.30am: Four Sentries at each gun with rifles.

5.20am: On day look outs. Sentries return arms.

8.48am: Anchor aweigh. Turned to port. 9.5am: Course S5E. Full Speed.

9.20am: Altered course S55E. 9.30am: Altered course East.

9.47am: Kisiti Island North 2.5 miles. 10.6am: Altered course N31E.

am: Hands clean ship.

11.18am: Chale Point abeam 4.5 miles, altered course N25E.

0.25pm: Closing on HMS “Chatham”. Courses and speed as requisite.

1.0pm: Stopped and sent first Gig to “Chatham” with mails. Ras Serani N54W, 5 miles.

1.49pm: Turned to Port. 1.51pm: Full Speed. 1.55pm: Course S24W.

2.20pm: Passed SS “Llandovery Castle” for Mombassa [sic].

3.32pm: Chale Point abeam 2.5 miles.

4.26pm: Ras Kisunga abeam 6.5 miles.

4.50pm: Altered course West. 5.15pm: Kisiti Island North 1.5 miles.

5.24pm: Courses and speed as requisite. 5.38pm: Stopped. 5.44pm: Anchored (Starboard) in [blank] fathoms, fourth Shackle awash.

[Kisiti Island N72W, 6 cables]

6.40pm: Darkened ship. 6.55pm: Manned and armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 126 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Ras Serani Light House Mombasa N3.5E, 14 miles]


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3 January 1915

Lat -6.7, Long 39.3

[8.0am Position: Mungopani Light House S65E, 2 miles]

2.24am: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 2.30am: Full Speed. Course S27E.

3.5am: Altered course S19W, Ras Kegomacha [Kigomasha] Light (Pemba Island) S74E.

5.44am: Maziwi Island bore S77W.

7.11am: Mwana Mwana Light House abeam 1.75 miles.

8.0am: Mungopani [shown on map here] Light House abeam S65E, 2 miles, altered course S15E.

8.35am: Seagull Buoy to Starboard, altered course S7E.

8.50am: Rounded Chapani Buoy. Courses and Speed as requisite.

8.58am: Stopped off Zanzibar. Sub Lieutenant Charleywood came on board. Landed mails.

9.10am: Proceeded. 9.30am: Mtwana Buoy to port, Course S38W.

9.45am: Altered course S9W. 9.50am: Chumbe Light House East 1.5 miles.

11.48am: Engines Dead Slow. Waiting for rain to clear.

1.48pm: Proceeded 60 revs. Course S35W.

2.12pm: Makatumbe Light House South 1 mile. 2.14pm: Altered course N35W, 60 revs.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Turned in and secured all boats.

4.43pm: Chumbe East 1 mile. 4.54pm: Altered course N38E.

5.5pm: Mtwana Buoy to Starboard. Courses and speed as requisite.

5.22pm: Stopped off Zanzibar and landed Sub Lieutenant Charleywood.

5.30pm: Proceeded at 65 revs. 5.45pm: Rounded Chapani Buoy.

5.58pm: Seagull Buoy to port, set course N15W.

6.32pm: Mungopani Light East 1.5 miles, altered course N17E.

7.15pm: Darkened ship. 7.25pm: Mwana Mwana Light East 1 mile, altered course N26E. 7.40pm: Manned and armed ship.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew. Look out at each gun.

11.45pm: Observed Ras Kegomacha Light bearing N48E.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 178 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Makatumbe Light House Dar es Salaam S1E, 14 miles]

[Rain for much of day, with thunder and lightning at times in pm, noon air and sea temperature 80F]


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[Diagram of ship and holds, dated 3.1.15]

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[Diagram of ship and holds, dated 4.1.15]

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4 January 1915

Lat -4.1, Long 39.7 [estimated]

1.43am: Ras Kegomacha Light abeam 7.5 miles. Reduced to 30 revs.

5.20am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

6.10am: Ras Serani bore N16W.

6.43am: Engines Dead Slow.

[Draught 24’ 0” Forward, 26’ 1” Aft]

8.0am: Turning to Starboard. 8.17am: Proceeded 65 revs. Course West.

8.50am: Altered course N54W. 9.0am: Courses and speed as requisite entering harbour. 9.5am: Passed Ras Serani.

9.28am: Anchored (Starboard) in 17.5 fathoms, fourth shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearing] [Admiralty Low Beacon N57W, 510 yards]

am: Midshipmen and Forecastle men to rifle drill. Remainder clean Flats.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

3.30pm: Leave to Starboard watch till 6.30pm.

6.0pm: Lighter alongside with wood.

6.30pm: Finished discharging lighter.

7.30pm: Posted Sentries.

8.15pm: Hoisted both gigs.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 196 miles]

[Noon Position: Kilindini Harbour [Mombasa, Kenya]]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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5 January 1915

At Kilindini

Lat -4.1, Long 39.7

1.0am: Armed sentries posted round ship.

5.5am: Transport “Bajora” [probably “Barjora]sailed.

5.20am: On day look outs. Sentries return arms.

am: Marines examining base fuses and guaging [gauging] shell. Port watch cleaning No 2 Flat. Starboard watch cleaning Nos 3 and 4 Flats.

pm: Mustered by Open List and paid quarterly allowance to Ship’s Company. Made and mended clothes.

3.30pm: Leave to Port Watch till 6.30pm.

5.0pm: Served Soap and Tobacco to Ship’s Company.

7.30pm: Hoisted boats and posted armed sentries round ship.

[Number on sick list: 6]


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[Diagram of ship and holds, dated 5.1.15]

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[Diagram of ship and holds, dated 6.1.15]

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6 January 1915

At Kilindini

Lat -4.1, Long 39.7

9.15am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

am: Class to Maxim drill. Remainder clean Flats and as requisite.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

3.30pm: Gave leave to Starboard Watch till 6.30pm.

4.15pm: Veered to fifth shackle awash.

pm: Received two bottles gas from HMS “Fox”. Engineers Stores.

7.40pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

[Number on sick list: 5]


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7 January 1915

At Kilindini

Lat -4.1, Long 39.7

5.35am: On day look outs. Sentries return arms.

9.10am: HMS Duplex arrived at 9.10 and sailed at 10.35.

9.30am: Divisions. Read Prayers. 9.40am: Exercised Action.

9.55am: Exercised Landing party. Sent away all boats and landed the Marines who carried out an Advance Guard Scheme against the Marines landed from HMS Fox.

10.30pm: Boats returned and hoisted.

11.0am: Colonel Ward and Staff embarked.

3.30pm: Gave leave to Port Watch till 6.30pm.

3.40pm: Landed 2 Marines and 1 Signalman for duty on Kilindini Pier.

4.0pm: Sent 1 Officer’s Cot case to hospital, Lieutenant Commander Wilkinson.

6.15pm: HMS “Fox” sailed.

6.30pm: Liberty men on board.

7.50pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

[Number on sick list: 5]


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[Diagram of ship and holds, dated 7.1.15]

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[Diagram of ship and holds, dated 8.1.15]

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8 January 1915

At Kilindini

Lat -4.1, Long 39.7

[Note at top of page: Clocks 2 hours 30 minutes fast of GMT]

5.40am: On day look outs. Sentries return arms.

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

11.30am: 101st Grenadiers embarked with their effects.

3.0pm: RMS “Llandovery Castle” sailed.

3.15pm: Lighter alongside with KARs [King’s African Rifles] and baggage.

4.45pm: SS “Gracchus” [listed here] sailed.

4.50pm: All Troops and baggage on board.

5.14pm: Anchor aweigh. Proceeded out of harbour. 5.20pm: Exercised Action.

5.35pm: Engines Full Speed. 5.38pm: Passed Ras Serani, set course S54E. 6.0pm: Altered course S23W.

6.30pm: Darkened ship. 6.45pm: Manned and armed ship.

8.8pm: Observed Ras Kegomacha Light bearing S8E.

9.26pm: Ras Kegomacha Light abeam S67E, 9.5 miles.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats crew.

11.10pm: Overhauled SS “Llandovery Castle”.


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9 January 1915

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7 [estimated]

0.35am: Observed Mwana Mwana Light bearing S19W.

1.48am: Mwana Mwana Light abeam S68E, 1 mile, altered course S18W.

2.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

2.40pm: Mungopani Light abeam S72E, 2 miles, altered course S15E.

3.26am: Rounded Chapani Buoy.

3.39am: Stopped off Zanzibar.

4.20am: Motor boat alongside. 4.45am: Motor boat hoisted and secured. Turned ship.

4.51am: Proceeded Full Speed.

[One Chief Shipwright joined from “Pegasus” [it is unclear whether this refers to HMS Pegasus, which was sunk off Zanzibar the previous September - details here]

5.11am: Mtwana Buoy to port, set course S38W.

5.25am: On day look outs. Guns crews fall out. 5.28am: Chumbe Light East 1.8 miles.

7.36am: Makatumbe Light House abeam S46W, 10 miles.

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers. 9.30am: General Quarters. Exercised boat crews.

9.33am: Ras Kanzi abeam N80W, 10.5 miles.

11.12am: Observed HMS “Weymouth” bearing S30W and bound East.

11.52am: Reduced to 40 revs. Courses as requisite. 11.55am: Stopped. 11.57am: Anchored (Port) in 13 fathoms, third shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearing] [North end of Niororo Island S77E, 8 cables]

pm: Made and mended clothes.

5.10pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Port. 5.20pm: Proceeded at Full Speed, Course S10W.

6.19pm: Stopped. 6.23pm: Let go Starboard anchor in 9.75 fathoms, fourth Shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearing] [Ras Twana: N87W 6.5 miles]

6.35pm: Darkened ship. 7.2pm: Manned and Armed ship.

7.35pm: Observed a light bearing N30W.

8.0pm: Observed a light bearing S58E.

10.0pm: Sentry posted at each gun.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 231 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: North end of Niororo Island S83E, 8 cables]


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[Diagram of ship and holds, dated 9.1.15]

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[Diagram of ship and holds, dated 10.1.15]

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10 January 1915

Lat -7.9, Long 39.6 [estimated]

5.22am: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 5.35am: Proceeded at 55 revs. Rounding Sefo shoal.

5.51am: Proceeded at 65 revs through the Mafia Channel.

6.12am: HMS “Fox” anchored off Ras Kisimani.

6.16am: “Action”. 6.25am: Stopped off Ras Kisimani. 6.20am [probably 6.30]: Anchored (Port) in 16 fathoms, fifth shackle on deck.

[Anchor Bearing] [Ras Kisimani (true) N60E, 3 cables]

6.33am: Opened fire on the shore from Nos 1 and 2 Guns Port. HMS “Fox” also firing.

6.39am: Man all boats. Forecastle guns continue firing. 6.41am: Lowered all boats. Troops disembarking.

7.30am: Boats formed into line ahead of the ship. 7.37am: “Advance”. Cease firing.

[Expended 61 rounds (Common)]

7.41am: Boats ashore. 7.55am: Boats alongside and returning to shore independently.

8.45am: Transport Ellenga [Ellenga (1) listed here] anchored.

9.0am: All Troops ashore. Boats landing porters, stores etc from both ships.

10.0am: Hoisted Starboard Cutters recall. Boats hoisted as they come alongside.

11.55am: Evolution completed.

[Ratings returned from Adjutant: 1 PO 2, 7 Able Seamen, 1 Leading Fireman, 6 Firemen]

3.32pm: Anchor aweigh. Proceeded at Full Speed through the Mafia Channel.

4.12pm: Passed Sefo Shoal to port, altered course N32W. Closing on HMS “Weymouth”.

4.44pm: Stop. 4.48pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 6 fathoms, second shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearing] [East end of Koma Island N26W, 13.5 miles]

5.35pm: “Adjutant” alongside. Discharged three 3 pounder guns to “Adjutant”. 15 Ratings rejoined from “Adjutant”.

[Engineer J Andrews]

6.0pm: Anchor aweigh. Proceeded Full Speed, Course N44E.

6.45pm: Darkened ship. 6.54pm: Altered course N13E.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

9.32pm: Altered course N35W. Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

10.0pm: SS passed heading opposite (HMT “Barjora”).

11.27pm: Chumbe Light N27W, 21 miles. 11.30pm: Altered course N44W.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 25 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Ras Kisimani [Mafia Island] N56E, 3 cables]


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11 January 1915

At Zanzibar

Lat -6.2, Long 39.2 [estimated]

[Note at top of page: After 1.31am: Clocks 2 hours 15 minutes fast of GMT]

0.55am: Chumbe Light East 1.25 miles.

1.10am: Mtwana Buoy to Starboard.

1.25am: Stopped. 1.31am: Anchored (Starboard) in 11 fathoms, third shackle awash. Clocks put back 15 minutes.

[Anchor Bearing] [Hospital Flag Staff S48E, 390 yards]

2.0am: Waterboat alongside. Armed sentries at each gun.

5.10am: On day look outs. Fall out Guns Crews.

[Draught 24’ 0” Forward, 25’ 7” Aft]

7.25am: Landed Maxim gun from “Pegasus” to shore.

9.0am: Discharged 1 Chief Shipwright to “Pegasus”.

am: Hands cleaning Mess Decks, Flats and as requisite. Water boats alongside.

[New Entries: 1 Tindal [mentioned here], 26 Seedie Boys]

pm: Made and mended clothes.

2.30pm: Discharged two 1 inch Iron plates to shore.

3.30pm: Gave leave to ratings from “Helmuth” and “Adjutant” till 6.30pm.

6.0pm: Finished taking in Fresh Water. Received 387 Tons.

[Draught 24’ 4” Forward, 26’ 0” Aft]

[Missing on departure: 1 Fireman, 2 Seedie Boys]

8.14pm: Anchor aweigh. Proceeded 65 revolutions.

8.30pm: Rounded Chapani Buoy. 8.45pm: Set course N15W.

9.0pm: Darkened ship.

9.14pm: Mungopani Light abeam N75E, 2 miles, altered course N19E.

9.15pm: Manned and Armed ship.

10.8pm: Mwana Mwana Light East 1 mile, altered course N25E.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 124 miles]

[Noon position: Zanzibar Harbour]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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[Diagram of ship and holds, dated 11.1.15]

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[Diagram of ship and holds, dated 12.1.15]

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12 January 1915

From Zanzibar to Mombasa and Bombay

Lat -3.6, Long 40.4

[Note at top of page: After 2am Clocks 2 hours 30 minutes fast of GMT]

[8.0am Position: Port Kilindini]

0.30am: Look out at each gun.

1.9am: Observed Ras Kegomacha bearing N55E.

2.0am: Put clocks on 15 minutes.

2.26am: Ras Kegomacha Light abeam S74E, 10 miles, altered course N27E, 60 revs. Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

5.0am: Altered course North.

5.40am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews. Observed Ras Serani bearing West, altered course S56W.

6.2am: Altered course N54W. 6.19am: Passed Ras Serani. Courses and speed as requisite.

6.38am: Anchored (Port) in 18.5 fathoms, fourth shackle on deck. Lieutenant Commander W Wilkinson rejoined from hospital.

[Anchor Bearing] [Admiralty Lower Beacon N61W, 550 yards]

8.17am: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 8:23am: Proceeded out of harbour.

8.39am: Passed Ras Serani, set course S54E. 8.50am: Altered course N58E.

9.45a: Divisions. Read Prayers.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

6.40pm: Darkened ship. 6.55pm: Manned and Armed ship.

10.30pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: To Kilindini 135 miles, To Noon 55 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Bombay Light Vessel N55E, 2340 miles]

[Number on sick list: 8]

[Weather mostly fine, north easterly wind force 4 or 5 from noon onwards, noon temperature 80F, sea temperature 78F]


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13 January 1915

From Mombasa to Bombay

Lat -0.3, Long 45.3

[Note at top of page: After 2.0am Clocks 3 hours 0 minutes fast of GMT]

2.0am: Put clocks on 30 minutes.

5.35am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

9.30am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

am: Midshipmen at Gun drill. Gun Layers at Dotter. Boatswains party turning Cutter’s falls end for end. Gig’s crews wash and paint gigs. Remainder clean out cutters. Seedie boys chipping waterways.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. 4.10pm: Exercised Port Watch Out collision mat.

6.50pm: Darkened ship 7.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

10.30pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: N56.5E, 354 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Bombay Light Vessel N54.5E, 1986 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]


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14 January 1915

From Mombasa to Bombay

Lat 3.2, Long 49.9

[Note at top of page: Clocks 3 hours 30 minutes fast of GMT]

1.0am: Look out posted at each gun.

2.0am: Put clocks on 30 minutes.

5.50am: On day look outs. Fall out gun’s crews.

am: After part Port Watch and Seedie Boys shifting coal from No 4 to Bunkers. Bosun’s party turning cutters falls end for end. Remainder clean boats.

0.30am: Fore part of Port Watch shifting coal.

4.0pm: Stopped shifting coal.

5.0pm: Evening Quarters. Starboard Watch Out collisions mat.

6.50pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

11.0pm: Look out at each gun.

[Course and Distance made good: N 52 58 E, 347 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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15 January 1915

From Mombasa to Bombay

Lat 6.6, Long 54.8

[Note at top of page: From 2am Clocks 4 hours 0 minutes fast of GMT]

2.0am: put clocks on 30 minutes.

6.10am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

am: After part Starboard Watch and Seedie Boys shifting coal from No 4 to Bunkers. Gig’s and Motor Boat’s crews painting their boats. Marines painting Cutters. Gunners party clean guns. Remainder as requisite.

1.0pm: Fore part Starboard Watch shifting coal.

5.45pm: Stopped shifting coal. Hands washed decks.

6.20pm: Evening Quarters.

6.55pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: N 54 32 E, 357 miles]

[Number on sick list: 6]


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16 January 1915

From Mombasa to Bombay

Lat 9.9, Long 59.4

[Note at top of page: After 2am Clocks 4 hours 30 minutes fast of GMT]

2.0am: Put clocks on 30 minutes.

6.25am: Posted day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

am: Seedie Boys trimming coal. Hands paint Cutters and clean ship.

0.30pm: Port watch scrub decks.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

7.15pm: Darkened ship. 8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: N54E, 336 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Bombay Light Vessel N55.5E, 946 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]

[Weather fine, north easterly wind force 3 all day, noon temperature 79F, sea temperature 78F]


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17 January 1915

From Mombasa to Bombay

Lat 13.2, Long 64.1

[Note at top of page: After 2am Clocks 5 hours 0 minutes fast of GMT]

2.0am: Put clocks on 30 minutes. Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

6.45am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

10.0am: Divisions. 10.15am: Performed Divine Service.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

7.20pm: Darkened ship. 8.5pm: Manned and armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: N 54 38 E, 340 miles]


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18 January 1915

From Mombasa to Bombay

Lat 16.5, Long 69.1

[Note at top of page: Clocks advanced 30 minutes at 2am to Indian Standard Time. 5 hours 30 minutes fast of GMT]

0.30am: Look out at each gun.

2.0am: Put clocks on 30 minutes to Indian Standard Time.

2.30am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

7.0am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crew.

8.30am: Gun Layers and BWs [Both Watches?, should possibly be SSs - Sightsetters] at Dotter. Seedie Boys at drill.

9.20am: Divisions and Prayers. 9.30am: General Quarters.

9.25am: Observed smoke bearing N24E, altered course N24E.

10.30am: Altered course N45E. Quarter Deck men and Midshipmen Small Arm drill. Marines paint boats. Remainder get up 8 inch hawsers and as requisite.

0.25pm: Signalled SS “Gracchus” bound NE by E.

pm: Seedie Boys scraping and cleaning paintwork. Hands scrub and wash clothes.

7.30pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Altered course N55E. Reduced to 60 revs. Manned and armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: N 55 21 E, 354 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Bombay Light Vessel N 56 58 E, 253 miles]


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19 January 1915

From Mombasa to Bombay and at Bombay [modern-day Mumbai, India]

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8 [estimated]

5.20am: Observed Kundari Light bearing N86E.

5.35am: Observed Prongs Light bearing N54E.

6.45am: Posted day look outs. Fall out Guns Crews.

8.10am and 8.15am: Hospital Ships “Sicillia” [Sicilia] and “Madras” [details here] passed outwards.

8.25am: Bombay Light Vessel to port 5 cables.

8.43am: Prongs Light House to port 2 miles. Courses and speed as requisite.

8.58am: Stopped at South Transport Buoy. 9.10am: Ship moored.

[Draught: 22’ 5” Forward, 23’ 0” Aft]

11.40am: All confidential signal books put in safe.

[Pumped overboard 245 tons of Fresh Water]

0.45pm: Pilot JW Chamber on board. 1.12pm: Slipped moorings and proceeded towards dock, passing East of Middle Ground.

1.30pm: Pilot directing. 1.45am: Arrived at Alexandra Dock Entrance. Tugs fast at each end. Berthing Master directing.

2.8pm: In locks. 2.18am: In dock and turned ship round.

2.42pm: Entered Hughes Dry Dock [which still exists today - details here]. 3.5pm: Ship fast in dock.

5.30pm: Ship took the blocks. Shore labour cleaning ships bottom. Gave leave to Port Watch will 7.30am.

9.15pm: Ship’s bottom scrubbed. Stopped work for the night.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 260 miles]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 1040 tons, Oil 860 gallons]


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20 January 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8 [estimated]

[Hughes Dry Dock]

6.30am: Starboard watch getting out cable.

7.30am: Liberty men returned.

8.30am: Party cleaning Mess Decks. Party overhauling cables. Midshipmen and Gunners party stripping guns.

am: Shore labour painting ship’s bottom. Seedie Boys scraping and painting chain lockers.

pm: Hands as in forenoon.

4.30pm: Gave leave to Starboard Watch till 7.30am.

[Weather fine, noon temperature 80F]


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21 January 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8

[Hughes Dry Dock]

6.45am: Watch overhauling cables.

7.30am: Liberty men on board.

am: Midshipmen and Gunners party stripping guns. Party cleaning Mess Decks, Seedie Boys clean Upper Decks. Remainder overhaul cables.

1.15pm: Hands employed as in forenoon.

4.30pm: Leave to Port Watch till 11.30pm.

6.15pm to 7.45pm: After part of Watch getting up contents of Cold Storage, Seedie Boys carrying it ashore. Landed 10,000 lbs. Fore part of watch stowing cables. 7th, 8th and 9th shackles have been made 1st, 2nd and 3rd respectively on each cable.


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22 January 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8

[Hughes Dry Dock]

4.40am: Commenced to flood dock.

5.40am: Put gangways ashore.

6.0am: Ship floated. Shore gang clear away shores.

7.0am: Hands to Stations.

7.15am: Dock gates open. 7.20am: Hauled ship out of dock. Berthing Master Hale directing. Two tugs assisting.

7.28am: Clear of dry dock.

8.0am: Alongside No.17 Berth 8.

[Moored alongside No 17 Berth]

am: Midshipmen and Gunners party stripping and cleaning guns.

2.45pm: Port watch taking in Paymasters Stores.

5.0pm: Gave leave to Starboard Watch till 6.30am.

7.0pm: Landed patrol, 4 Marines and 1 NCO in charge of Gunner.


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23 January 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8

[No 17 Alexandra Dock]

0.20am: Patrol returned. Report blank.

6.45am: Washed decks.

7.30am: Liberty men on board.

[8.0am: All bilges dry]

am: Hands cleaning ship and Mess decks. Gunners party and Midshipmen stripping guns. Seedie Boys scraping and painting overside.

2.0pm: Gave Special leave to Port Watch till 7.30am.

6.15pm: Landed patrol, 4 Marines and 1 NCO.


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24 January 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8

[No 17 Alexandra Dock]

0.30am: Patrol returned. Report blank.

7.15am: Washed decks.

[8.0am: All bilges dry]

10.0am: Divisions. 10.15am: Performed Divine Service.

1.30pm: Gave leave to Starboard Watch till 7.30am.


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25 January 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8

[No 17 Alexandra Dock]

7.0am: Rigged Coaling screens.

[8.0am: All bilges dry]

8.30am: Commenced coaling from dhows.

9.0am: Gave 48 hours leave to Port Watch. Midshipmen and Gunners party stripping guns. Remainder as requisite.

10.0am: One fireman Brooks rejoined from HMS Fox.

pm: Coaling proceeding.

4.0pm: Discharged two cases to hospital.

5.0pm: Liberty men land.

10.0pm: Coaling proceeding.

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 969 tons, Oil 811 gallons]


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26 January 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8

[No 17 Alexandra Dock]

1.0am: Coaling proceeding.

[8.0am: All bilges dry]

am: Midshipmen and Gunners party stripping guns. Dockyard party drawing Stores. Remainder as requisite.

pm: Coaling proceeding.

2.0pm: Liberty men landed.

3.0pm: Put Brooks Fireman under arrest for breaking out of ship.

9.0pm: Coaling proceeding.


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27 January 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8

[No 17 Alexandra Dock]

2.0am: Coaling proceeding.

Draught: 26’ 0” Forward, 24’ 2” Aft.

7.0am: Released Brooks, Fireman.

am: Gave 48 hours General Leave to Starboard Watch. Gunners party to Dockyard for Stores. Remainder as requisite.

11.0am: Coaling proceeding.

pm: Seedie Boys cleaning out Cold Storage.

5.0pm: All fires drawn and steam shut off all auxiliaries.

6.0pm: Finished coaling. Received 3000 tons Welsh Coal.

9.0pm: Brooks Fireman broke away from ship.


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28 January 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8

[No 17 Alexandra Dock]

Draught: 27’ 2” Forward, 24’ 11” Aft.

7.50am: RIM [Royal Indian Marine] Tender “Aqueduct” alongside and commenced pumping water to wash decks and paintwork.

am: Watch clean ship. Riggers from Dockyard reeve new falls to port cutters.

Noon: Brooks, Fireman absentee.

0.30pm: Gunners party restowing ammunition.

pm: Watch clean ship.

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 3951 tons, Oil 798 gallons]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 77F]


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29 January 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8

[No 17 Alexandra Dock]

7.30am: Starboard Watch returned from leave.

8.30am: Read Warrants Nos 4 and 5. 8.45am: Discharged one prisoner to “Fox”.

am: Starboard Watch Ammunition ship. Parties cleaning down aloft, drawing stores and cleaning after flats. Seedie Boys clean No 4 Hold.

pm: Watch getting paint on board.

[Number on sick list: 5]


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30 January 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8

[No 17 Alexandra Dock]

7.0am: Hands employed as requisite.

[Draught 27’ 2” Forward, 24’ 11” Aft]

9.0am: Dockyard party discharging mattresses. Bosun’s party reeving cutters falls. Gunners party clean guns. Party paint masts.

am: Coolies from Dockyard paint ship’s side.

pm: Watch employed taking in 250 bags of sand.


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31 January 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8

[No 17 Alexandra Dock]

7.0am: Hands clean ship.

7.30am: Roman Catholics landed.

8.50am: Divisions.

9.5am: Church party landed.

9.30am: Roman Catholics returned.

am: Seedie Boys stowing sand bags in Cold Storage. Dockyard coolies paint ship’s side.

11.0am: Church party returned.



LOGS FOR FEBRUARY 1915


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1 February 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8

[No 17 Alexandra Dock]

9.0am: Gave Special leave to Starboard Watch till 7.30am Wednesday.

am: Port Watch paint funnels. Midshipmen with Armourer. Dockyard coolies paint ship. Seedie Boys cleaning out holds.

pm: Hands employed as in forenoon.

4.0pm: Mustered by open list and paid monthly allowance to Ship’s Company.

pm: Discharged one ERA [Engine Room Artificer] to “Fox”, two to Chatham and one to “Odin”. One ERA joined from “Fox”, two from “Chatham” and one from “Odin”.


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2 February 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8

am: Hands painting funnels and cleaning ship. Gunners party to Dockyard for Stores. Dockyard coolies paint ship.

pm: Hands employed as in forenoon and receiving stores.

5.0pm: Two Court Martial prisoners received on board (WO [Warrant Officer] and Stoker)


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3 February 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8

5.45am: 6 men and a Leading Hand RIM joined for Engineer.

6.15am: Receiving meat and vegetables.

6.55am: 14 Native Stewards joined.

8.45am: Sent WO to Court Martial and Stoker to Transport “Aragon”. Special Leave to port watch till 7.30am Friday.

9.0am: 93 Mercantile Ratings discharged to Transport “Aragon”.

am: Gunners party to dockyard. Remainder as requisite. Dockyard coolies painting ship.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

[Joined ship (Engineers Department) 1 Head Serang, 5 Tindels [Tindals], 93 Ratings. Non-executive Ratings: 5 Carpenters, 1 Painter, 1 Lamp Trimmer]

9.30pm to 10.20pm: Duty hands striking beef down to Cold Storage.


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4 February 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8

am: Hands cleaning ship. Gunners party to dockyard. Sent WO to Court Martial. Hands employed painting and getting steel plates on board.

3.0pm: Leave to After Part of Watch on board to Attend Sports.

pm: Received two Maxim guns from Dockyard.

[Heavy rain in late am, noon temperature 70F]


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5 February 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8

am: Hands scrub decks and get beef on board. Hands employed cleaning ship and loading stores.

11.0am: Joined ship Sergeant CR Rider 8832 First South Lancashires and Sergeant H Geary 10945 Connaught Rangers.

pm: Seedie Boys Port Watch stowing provisions.


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6 February 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8

[No 17 Alexandra Dock]

am: Hands employed cleaning and provisioning ship. Gunners party to Dockyard for Stores.

Noon to 0.30pm: Carried out Engine trials.

0.30pm: Took in Wire hawsers.

2.4pm: Cast off moorings and warped ship into locks, Pilot Chambers directing.

2.42pm: Outer lock gates open. Proceeded to South Transport Buoy. Courses and speed as requisite.

3.3pm: Stopped. 3.6pm: Arrived at Buoy and shackled on Starboard cable.

3.26pm: Ship moored.

4.20pm: Lighter alongside with petrol.

5.0pm: Gave leave to Port Watch till 7.30am.

6.50pm: All petrol on board. Cast off lighter.


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7 February 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8 [estimated]

[Moored to South Transport Buoy]

7.0am: Watch scrub decks.

7.10am: Landed Roman Catholics.

7.40am: Liberty men on board.

8.45am: Divisions. 8.50am: Landed Church Party.

11.0am: Church Party returned on board.

1.0pm: Gave leave to Starboard Watch till 7.30am.


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8 February 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8

[Moored to South Transport Buoy]

Draught 25’ 9” Forward, 27’ 0” Aft.

7.0am: Hands wash decks. 7.30am: Liberty men on board.

7.45am: OOG [Officer of Guard] boarded RMS “Persia”.

8.30am: One marine rejoined from hospital.

9.0am: Joined ship, Flight Lieutenants RN JT Cull and HEM Watkins with 19 Mechanic Ratings.

[Mechanic Ratings: 2 CPO, 3 PO1 (Civilians), 2 LM [Leading Mechanics], 10 AM [Air Mechanics], 2 AM observers]

9.30am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

am: Gunners party to Dockyard. Remainder Clean Mess Decks and No 4 Hold and scrub canvas gear.

pm: Hands employed as in forenoon.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

5.0pm: Boat alongside with wood.

6.15pm: Liberty men on board.

7.5pm: Lighter alongside with Seaplane gear.

8.10pm: Finished discharging lighter.


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9 February 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8

[Moored to South Transport Buoy]

7.0am: Hands wash decks and clean guns.

8.35am: Three lighters alongside with explosives and oil.

Noon: Finished loading explosives and oil.

3.0pm: Lighter with Castor oil alongside.

7.45pm: Commenced discharging petrol into lighters.

10.25pm: Finished discharging petrol.

[Number on sick list: 6]


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10 February 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8

[Moored to South Transport Buoy]

Draught 25’ 9” Forward, 27’ 2” Aft.

7.50am: Pilot Chambers on board.

8.1am: Slipped buoy and proceeded to Alexandra Dock, passing West of Middle Ground. Courses and speed as requisite.

8.45am: In locks. Berthing Master on board. 8.55am: Inner Gates open. Proceeded into dock and turned ship round.

9.45am: Alongside No 4 Berth and moored ship. Party with FC [Flying Crew] erecting Seaplanes. Remainder rig screens and as requisite. Seedie Boys at drill.

[Number 4 Alexandra Dock]

pm: Air mechanics erecting Seaplanes on quay.

4.30pm: Leave to Port Watch till 7.30am.

11.0pm: AMs [Air Mechanics] erecting Seaplanes.


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11 February 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8

[No 4 Alexandra Dock]

1.0am: AMs erecting Seaplanes on quay.

7.30am: Liberty men on board.

9.0am: Leave to Starboard Watch till 7.30am.

am: Party with Carpenters shaking Seaplane cases and striking them down No 2 Hold. Remainder as requisite.

pm: Air mechanics erecting S 921.

3.0pm: Watch hoisted S 920 on board and then hoisted it outboard.

3.45pm: S 920 left in tow of second Gig to pass through locks for trial flights.

7.0pm: S 920 returned through locks in tow of both gigs.

7.30pm: S 920 Hoisted in board. 7.40pm: Hoisted both gigs.

10.0pm: Air mechanics erecting S 921.

[Number on sick list: 6]


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12 February 1915

At Bombay

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8

[No 4 Alexandra Dock]

1.0am: Air mechanics erecting S 921.

7.0am: Watch scrubbed decks.

7.30am: Liberty men on board.

9.0am: Leave to Port Watch till 7am.

am: Hands employed as requisite. Air mechanics erecting S 921.

3.30pm: Hoisted S 921 on board. Hands employed striking timber down No 2 and taking in ammunition. Seedie Boys clean up quay.

[Number on sick list: 6]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 84F]


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13 February 1915

From Bombay to Zanzibar

Lat 18.9, Long 72.8 [estimated]

[Note at top of page: Indian Standard Time]

[No 4 Alexandra Dock]

7.0am: Liberty men on board. Hands lowering derricks etc.

8.15am: Singled moorings. 8.30am: Cast off from quay. Berthing Master directing.

9.8am: Pilot Chambers directing. 9.19am: In locks.

9.30am: Outer gates open. Proceeded to anchorage passing West of Middle Ground. Courses and speed as requisite.

9.49am: Stopped. 9.54am: Anchored (Starboard) in 6.5 fathoms, second Shackle on deck.

[Anchor Bearing] [Dolphin Rock N79W, 5.25 cables]

10.20am: Lighters alongside with petrol.

am: Hands employed loading petrol.

[Total Fresh Water Received at Bombay 1708 Tons.]

1.45pm: Finished loading petrol.

1.50pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 2.0pm: Proceeded at Full Speed, Course S2E.

2.8pm: Prongs Light House West 2.5 miles, altered course S48W.

2.20pm: Malabar Point open of Prongs Light, altered course S77W.

2.27pm: Bombay Light Vessel South 1 mile.

4.10pm: Hospital Transport “Madras” passed inward.

5.0pm: Evening Quarters.

5.45pm: RMS “Salsette” passed for Bombay.

7.15pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Altered course S52W. 8.10pm: Manned and Armed ship.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Number on sick list: 5]


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14 February 1915

From Bombay to Zanzibar

Lat 16.9, Long 67.8

[Note at top of page: After 9.30am Clocks 5 hours fast of GMT]

2.0am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

6.35am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

9.30am: Put clocks back 30 minutes.

10.0am: Mustered by Open list and distributed Identification Discs to Ship’s Company.

10.40am: Performed Divine Service.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

7.10pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

[Course and Distance made good: S59W 342 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: 5 miles South of Ras Upembe S 52 14 W, 2106 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]

[North and north easterly wind force 4 then force 3, weather fine, noon temperature 84F, sea temperature 75F]


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15 February 1915

From Bombay to Zanzibar

Lat 12.0, Long 62.6

[Note at top of page: After 9.30am Clocks 4.5 hours fast of GMT]

6.35am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

9.30am: Put clocks back 30 minutes. General Quarters. Exercised Abandon ship stations. Captain of Guns and Sight Setters at dotter. No 3 Guns crew at Maxim drill. Party at Signals. Gunners party fuze lyditte (lyddite). Officers at lecture on fuzes.

pm: Made and mended clothes. Seedie Boys wash decks.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Fire Stations.

7.5pm: Out all un-necessary lights.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

11.15pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: S 51 45 W, 384 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 81F, sea temperature 74F]


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16 February 1915

From Bombay to Zanzibar

Lat 8.4, Long 57.7

[Note at top of page: After 9.30am Clocks 4 hours fast of GMT]

6.35am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crew.

9.0am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

9.25am: Stopped and dropped target. Clocks back 30 minutes. Steaming round target at 35 revs.

9.10am [presumably incorrect time, given times before and after this entry]: Commenced firing from Nos1 and 2 Starboard with 1 inch and .303” aiming rifle.

10.20am: Cease fire and picked up target.

10.44am: Proceeded S52W. Hands employed as requisite.

pm: Made and mended clothes. Seedie Boys clean No 1 Flat.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Fire Stations.

7.15pm: Out all un-necessary lights.

8.0pm: Manned and Armed Ship.

10.0pm: Darkened ship. Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: S 53 8 W, 360 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: To 5 miles South of Ras Upembe S 52 8 W, 1362 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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17 February 1915

From Bombay to Zanzibar

Lat 4.4, Long 52.5

[Note at top of page: After 9.30am Clocks 3 hours 30 minutes fast of GMT]

2.0am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

6.15am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

9.0am: Divisions. Read Prayers. Gun Layers at Dotter. Party fuzing lyddite.

9.30am: Put clocks back 30 minutes. Fore Topmen to Signals. Main Topmen to Seamanship. Quarter Deckmen to Lead line. Midshipmen to Gun Drill.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Out collision mat.

7.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Manned and Armed ship.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

10.30pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: S 53 10 W, 395 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: 15 miles North of Ras Kegomacha [Kigomasha] S 54 42 W, 940 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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18 February 1915

From Bombay to Zanzibar

Lat 0.8, Long 47.0

[Note at top of page: After 9.30am Clocks 3 hours fast of GMT]

6.1am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

am: Gun Layers at Deflection Teacher. Midshipmen and Quarter Deck men at Rifle drill. Sea Boats Crew at Signals. Marines at Infantry Drill. Main Topmen at Seamanship. Seedie Boys at drill. Gunners party fuze lyditte [lyddite]. Remainder as requisite.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Out Collision Mat.

6.55pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

[Course and Distance made good: S56.75W, 392 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]

[North easterly wind force 4 or 5 for much of day, sea state rough at noon, when temperature 80F, sea temperature 76F]


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19 February 1915

From Bombay to Zanzibar

Lat -3.5, Long 41.8

[Note at top of page: After 9.30am Clocks 2 hours 30 minutes fast of GMT]

5.50am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

9.5am: Observed SS bearing S11W. 9.10am: Altered course S13E. 9.20am: Altered course S35E.

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

9.30am: General Quarters. Exercised Out collision mat. Clock put back 30 minutes.

9.35am: SS signalled “Thongwa” [listed here] of Glasgow (BICo) [British India Steam Navigation Company]. Resumed course S55W.

am: Midshipmen to rifle drill with Forecastle men. Parties to Maxim, Seamanship, Signals and cleaning magazines.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

7.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

8.52pm: Observed Ras Kegomacha bearing S50W. 8.55pm: Altered course West.

9.35pm: Observed HMS “Weymouth” bearing WNW and steering SSW.

9.52pm: Ras Kegomacha Light South 13 miles, altered course S27W.

10.0pm: Reduced to 55 revs. Darkened ship. Exercised Sea Boats crew.

10.42pm: Ras Kegomacha Light abeam 5.5 miles.

[Course and Distance made good: S 50 13 W, 405 miles]

[True bearing and Distance: 15 miles North of Ras Kegomacha S 61 40 W, 145 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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20 February 1915

From Bombay to Zanzibar and at Zanzibar

Lat -6.2, Long 39.2 [estimated]

[Note at top of page: Clocks 2 hours 30 minutes fast of GMT]

0.45am: Passed a SS bound NNE.

2.0am: Observed Mwana Mwana Light bearing S20W. Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

3.7am: Altered course South. 3.32am: Mwana Mwana Light East 1.5 miles. 3.50am: Altered course S23W.

4.27am: Mungopani Light abeam 1.5 miles, altered course S16E.

5.24am: Rounded Chapani. 5.25am: Fall out Guns Crews.

5.41am: Stop.

5.46am: Killed by accident in Engine Room Greaser Makausha Jaffarsha No 51 Certificate No 77540:

5.47am: Anchored (Port) in 10 fathoms, second Shackle awash.

[Draught 23’ 11” Forward, 25’ 4” Aft]

[Anchor Bearing] [Oil Reservoir Pier N30E, 3.5 cables]

6.35am: HMS Weymouth anchored.

am: Port Watch discharging petrol into lighters. Starboard Watch taking in Canteen Stores.

8.45am: Water boat alongside.

9.15am: Mails on board.

10.30am: Sent two Seedie Boys to hospital.

10.50am: Landed corpse for burial on shore.

0.6pm: Half masted colours. 0.23pm: Hoisted colours.

pm: Hands employed discharging petrol and stores into lighters.

5.0pm: Finished discharging petrol.

5.45pm: Special leave to Seedie Boys. Watch taking timber on board.

6.30pm: Received Stores for ships off Rufiji River.

7.45pm: Landed mail.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship

10.45pm: Darkened ship. 10.57pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to port. 11.5pm: Proceeded at 55 revs.

11.10pm: Manned and armed ship.

11.24pm: Mtwana Buoy to port (close to), set course S38W.

11.36pm: Chumbe Light House abeam 2 miles, altered course S11W.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 245 miles]


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21 February 1915

From Zanzibar to Niororo Island and at Niororo Island

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7 [estimated]

4.30am: Observed SS on port bow bound North.

5.40am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crew.

5.45am: Observed Niororo Island bearing S12W.

6.30am: Courses and speed as requisite. 6.40am: Anchored (Starboard) in 13.5 fathoms, fourth Shackle on deck. Sent first gig to Niororo Island with interpreter.

[Anchor Bearing] [North end of Niororo Island N83E, 750 yards]

7.31am: Launched S 921. 7.53am: S 921 Made trial flight.

8.10am: S 921 returned and hoisted inboard.

8.50am: Launched S 920.

10.5am: “Duplex” arrived and anchored.

10.15am: Navigator laid down buoy for adjusting. Sent stores for “Hyacinth” to “Duplex”.

Noon: S 290 [S 920] moored to buoy.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

2.40pm: S 290 [S 920] dragging her moorings. Sent motor boat to tow her to ship.

pm: Broken by accident one boat stave. Hands employed getting Seaplanes in and out.

6.0pm: Both Seaplanes on board. Hoisted all boats.

6.50pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.15pm: Posted Sentries round ship. 2 Forecastle and 2 Poop with rifles. 2 Quarterdeck at Maxims.

10.0pm: Air Mechanics working in watches.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 100 miles]


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22 February 1915

At Niororo Island

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7

[Anchored, North end of Niororo Island N83E, 750 yards]

1.0am: Armed Sentries posted round ship.

6.0am: Launched S 920 and landed party of mechanics on Niororo Island. S 921 under repairs.

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

am: Hands employed as requisite.

10.40am: HMS “Hyacinth” anchored.

1.30pm: S 920 alongside and hoisted inboard.

2.45pm: Sent stores to “Hyacinth”.

4.0pm: “Hyacinth” weighed and proceeded.

4.15pm: Bathing party left.

5.45pm: Bathing party on board. Hoisted all boats.

6.45pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Posted sentries. 2 on Forecastle and 2 on Poop with rifles. 2 on Quarter Deck at Maxims.

[Weather fine, noon temperature 81F]


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23 February 1915

At Niororo Island

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7

[Anchored, North end of Niororo Island N83E, 750 yards]

2.0am: Air mechanics finished repairs to S 921.

5.15am: On day look outs. Fall out Sentries.

6.10am: Hoisted out both Seaplanes and landed mechanics on Niororo Island.

8.50am: HMS “Pickle” alongside for water and provisions. Navigator adjusting Seaplanes compasses.

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

am: Gun Layers, Sight Setters and BWs [Both Watches?] at .303 aiming rifle. Motor boat towing target. Midshipmen at Maxim. Bosun’s party fitting casks on pontoon. Second gig’s crew at signals. Gunners party clean rifles.

9.50am: Transport “Kilwa” bound South.

11.15am: HMS “Pickle” sailed. In target.

[Supplied 2 Tons of Fresh Water to “Pickle”]

Noon: Fired blank from No 2 Port and signalled “Kilwa” to close.

0.30pm: Hoisted S 920 inboard. Sent interpreter to “Kilwa”.

pm: Seedie boys sorting bedding. Made and mended clothes.

4.15pm: Bathing party left.

5.40pm: Bathing party on board.

6.40pm: Hoisted S 921 inboard. Hoisted both gigs. Broken by accident in towing Seaplane 3 oars and 1 boat stave.

7.30pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

10.20pm: Air mechanics ceased work for the night.


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24 February 1915

At Niororo Island

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7

[Anchored, North end of Niororo Island N83E, 750 yards]

1.0am: Armed sentries posted round ship.

5.35am: On day look outs. Sentries return arms.

Draught: 23’ 5” Forward, 25’ 6” Aft.

7.30am: HMS Hyacinth anchored.

8.25am: Launched both Seaplanes and sent mechanics to Niororo Island.

9.8am: S 921 in turning struck the water bearing N64W, 2 miles. Sent motor boat and S 920 to it. Hove up.

9.29am: Anchor aweigh. Proceeded towards S 921.

9.45am: Alongside S 921 found her badly damaged.

9.50am: “Duplex” and “Pioneer” anchored off Niororo.

10.27am: S 291 hoisted inboard. Proceeded to anchorage.

10.45am: Anchored (Starboard) in 14 fathoms, fourth shackle awash.

[Anchored, North end of Niororo Island N83E, 4 cables]

0.3pm: HMS “Weymouth” anchored and signalled all Commanding Officers to attend conference.

2.0pm: Discharged Sergeant Geary First Connaught Rangers to “Duplex”.

4.15pm: Bathing party left in third Cutter.

5.45pm: Bathing party on board. Hoisted cutter.

6.0pm: “Weymouth” weighed and proceeded.

6.37pm: “Hyacinth” and “Pioneer” weighed and proceeded.

6.42pm: S 920 hoisted inboard.

6.45pm: Hoisted both gig and motor boat.

7.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

10.0pm: Air mechanics working at Seaplanes. Darkened ship.

[Distance run through the Water: 5 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]


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25 February 1915

At Niororo Island

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7

[Anchored, North end of Niororo Island N83E, 4 cables]

1.0am: Air mechanics ceased work for the night.

2.0am: Observed large white flare bearing South.

5.30am: On day look outs. Sentries return arms.

9.5am: Armed whaler “Fly” passed bound West.

am: Midshipmen and Seamen to Maxim. Marines to Infantry drill.

10.20am: Launched S 920. 10.32am: S 920 rose flying low.

10.48am: S 920 came down and beached.

11.30am: S 920 left beach. 11.35am: Up and flying low.

11.54am: Down and beached.

pm: Made and mended clothes. S 920: Left beach at 2.19 and rose at 2.24. Flying at 800 to 900 feet. Returned to beach at 3.3. S 920 Left beach at 3.39 and rose at 4.3. Flying at about 1500 feet.

4.15pm: Bathing party left in third Cutter.

pm: S 920 Descended at 4.49 and beached. S 920 Left beach at 5.22 and rose at 5.26 flying low.

5.40pm: Bathing party on board. Hoisted cutter.

5.50pm: S 920 came down at 5.50, towed alongside by motor boats and hoisted inboard at 6.0. Hoisted both gigs.

6.10pm: Hoisted motor boat.

6.45pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

[Number on sick list: 7]


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26 February 1915

At Niororo Island

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7

[Anchored, North end of Niororo Island N83E, 4 cables]

6.10am: HMS “Weymouth” closing.

7.28am: “Weymouth” anchored.

9.0am: Gun Layers and Sight Setters at .303 aiming rifle from No 1 Port. Target towed by motor boat.

9.30am: Exercised Action. 9.45am: Starboard Watch Out collision mat. 9.55am: Abandon ship.

10.0am: Turn in all boats. 10.20am: Disperse. Hoisted target on board. Maxim guns crews at drill. Remainder as requisite.

4.18pm: S 920 Hoisted outboard and taxied to beach. Landed mechanics. Bathing party left in third Cutter.

pm: S 920 Left beach at 4.34, Rose at 4.42 Flying low. Came down at 4.45. Beached at 4.50.

4.53pm: Left beach. 4.55pm: Rose. 5.0pm: Came down. 5.2pm: Beached. 5.30pm: Left beach. 5.32pm: Rose. 5.42pm: Came down and beached.

5.45pm: Bathing party returned. Hoisted Cutter.

pm: S 920 Left beach at 6.15. Rose at 6.18. Came down close to ship at 6.21 and towed alongside by second Gig.

6.30pm: Air mechanics on board. 6.40pm: Hoisted S 920 Inboard. Hoisted boats.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

[Number on sick list: 7]


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27 February 1915

At Niororo Island

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7

[Anchored, North end of Niororo Island N83E, 4 cables]

7.30am: Observed HMS Weymouth steering SSE.

8.45pm: Hands clean ship. Mechanics adjusting planes and engine of S 920.

10.45pm: Quarters. Clean guns.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.15pm: Bathing party left in third Cutter.

5.45pm: Bathing party returned Hoisted Cutter.

7.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

9.45pm: Mechanics ceased work on S 920.

[Number on sick list: 8]


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28 February 1915

At Niororo Island

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7

[Note at top of page: Clocks 2 hours 30 minutes fast of GMT]

[Anchored, North end of Niororo Island N83E, 4 cables]

1.0am: Armed sentries posted round ship.

5.35am: On day look outs. Sentries return arms.

6.5am: Observed HMS Weymouth steering North. Mechanics working on S 920.

7.40am: Launched raft into water.

9.45am: Armed whaler “Echo” [the second ship listed here] arrived from Zanzibar. Sent gig for letters.

9.55am: “Echo” proceeded West.

10.0am: Divisions. 10.15am: Performed Divine Service.

10.20am: “Kilwa” passing bound North. Sent gig to her with parcels for Zanzibar.

1.0pm: Lowered motor boat.

1.20pm: Launched S 920. 2.5pm: Hoisted S 920 inboard with engine defects.

2.47pm: S 920 Hoisted outboard. 2.57pm: Rose and flying at about 150 feet.

3.0pm: Sent Mechanics to Niororo Island.

3.25pm: S 920 Down and beached. 3.38pm: S 920 Left beach. 3.40pm: Rose. 3.50pm: Down and beached. Height about 100 feet.

pm: S 920 left beach 4.15. Rose 4.18. Fell into water damaged at 4.22. Sent motor boat.

4.41pm: Anchor away. Turned to Starboard. 4.45pm: Proceeded.

5.0pm: Stop. 5.9pm: S 920 alongside. 5.30pm: Hoisted inboard. Hoisted boats.

5.45pm: Proceeded at 65 revs. Passing North of Gordon Reef and Vulture Bank.

6.13pm: Set course N89E. 6.44pm: Altered course S55E.

7.0pm: Darkened ship.

7.42pm: Altered course S5W. 7.52pm: Moresby Point West (True), 5.5 miles. Reduced to 55 revs.

8.0pm: Manned and Armed ship.

11.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Number on sick list: 5]



LOGS FOR MARCH 1915


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1 March 1915

On Patrol

Lat -9.9, Long 39.8

2.0am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

5.40am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

5.45am: Ras Berikiti (Kiswere) bore N76W.

7.11am: Ras Rokumbi abeam 3 miles.

8.6am: Observed dhow under sail [Lat] 9 56 S, [Long] 39 47 E, bearing S80W, altered course to intercept.

8.12am: Dhow ran on ashore 0.5 miles East of Ras Banura.

8.13am: Observed a dhow at anchor 0.5 miles E of Ras Ekapapa.

8.22am: Stopped off Ras Banura.

8.48am: Sent Boarding Officer with first Gig and Motor Boat to dhow on Ras Banura. Forecastle guns manned.

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

9.35am: Dhow L19 alongside.

9.40am: Sent Motor boat and gig to dhow on Ras Ekapapa.

10.30am: Dhow L7 alongside. Both dhows empty and without papers. Hoisted boats.

11.4am: Both dhows fast astern. Proceeded at 20 revs, Course N43E.

0.37pm: Increased to 25 revs. 0.50pm: Altered course N1W.

pm: Made and mended clothes. Patrolling 3 miles off the land.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

4.30pm: Altered course North.

4.40pm: Mustered by Open List and paid monthly allowance.

5.0pm: Sighted dhow in [Lat] 9 16 S, [Long] 39 40 E. 5.5pm: Altered course to intercept.

5.25pm: Grant Point (Kiswere), S80W, 1 mile.

5.49pm: Fired (common) from No 1 Starboard to bring dhow to.

6.15pm: Ras Mombi abeam 0.5 miles. Stopped.

6.26pm: Sent Boarding Officer in motor boat to dhow, Ship 9 15 S, 39 40 E, Dhow 9 15 S, 39 39 E.

6.57pm: Dhow L12 alongside. Took cargo on board to lighten dhow for towing.

7.43pm: Stopped discharging dhow and Motor boat made her fast astern of L19 and 7.

8.15pm: Motor boat hoisted. Proceeded N24E, 20 revs.

8.27pm: Darkened ship. 8.34pm: Manned and Armed ship.

8.50pm: Eased to 15 revs.

10.30pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: To Lindi River 171 miles, From Lindi River 5 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Ras Kibungui [Ras Kibungwe] N6W, 1.5 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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2 March 1915

Lat -7.9, Long 39.7

[8.0am Position: Okuza Island S56W (True) 5 miles]

2.0am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

3.0am: Altered course N6E.

5.35am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

6.0am: Fanjove Island Light House S78W, 10 miles.

6.49am: Nyuni Island East (True), 9 miles.

7.30am: Courses as requisite entering Mafia Channel.

am: Fore topmen at Rifle drill. Midshipmen and party at Maxim. Classes at Signals. Remainder as requisite.

9.27am: Armed whaler “Fly” observed West of Boydu.

9.52am: Mange Shoal to Starboard 7 cables.

10.34am: Ras Kisimani to Starboard 5 cables.

10.55am: Al Hadjiri to Starboard.

11.20am: Rounded Salim Bank.

11.52am: Rounded Tirene Reef.

0.23pm: Stop. 0.27pm: Anchored (Port) in 7 fathoms, second shackle awash. Brought the dhows alongside and returned the cargo to L12.

[Draught: 21’ 10” Forward, 26’ 1” Aft]

[Anchor Bearing] [Kilindoni Flag Staff S26E, 2300 yards]

2.40pm: Towed the 3 dhows to Kilindoni Beach [Mafia Island].

4.37pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 4.45pm: Proceeded Full Speed. Courses as requisite rounding Tirene Reef.

5.4pm: Shungu mbili Island East 2 miles.

5.20pm: Set Course N20E.

6.0pm: Courses and speed as requisite. 6.7pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 15.75 fathoms, fourth shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearing] [North end of Niororo Island N85E, 4 cables]

7.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

9.0pm: Stopped work on S 920.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 136 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Kilindoni Flag Staff South 2.5 miles]

[Currents in the 24 hours ending at Noon: NNW 17 miles [or knots] (Spring Tides)]

[Number on sick list: 7]

[Weather fine, with light winds, noon temperature 88F, sea temperature 81F]


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3 March 1915

Lat -7.5, Long 39.6

[8.0am Position: Anchored Niororo Island. 8.0pm Position: Zanzibar Harbour]

1.0am: Armed sentries posted round ship.

5.40am: On day look outs. Sentries return arms. Observed HMS “Weymouth” bearing S81W.

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

am: Midshipmen and Main topmen to squad drill. Party to signals. Remainder working Main derrick.

10.45am: Hove second Shackle awash.

11.17am: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. Full Speed.

11.36am: Course N25W. Passing West of Fawn Bank. 11.54am: Altered course N27E.

0.24pm: Altered course N3E. 0.45pm: North Fanjove Island abeam 11 miles.

1.58pm: Ras Kanzi Light House West (True), 6 miles.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

2.55pm: HMS “Pioneer” steering SE.

3.24pm: Makatumbe Light House S57W, 7 miles.

4.12pm: Observed Armed whaler “Childers” [the second ship here] ahead.

5.31pm: Chumbe Light House East 1.75 miles. Courses as requisite.

5.49pm: Mtwana Buoy to Starboard.

6.0pm: Stopped. 6.4pm: Anchored in 12 fathoms, second shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearing] [Oil Reservoir Pier N77E, 540 yards]

6.20pm: Discharged one Seamen’s cot case to hospital and two Seedie Boys to the shore.

8.0pm: All boats hoisted. Posted armed Sentries round ship.

10.0pm: Seedie Boy No14 reported to have broken out of the ship.

10.45pm: Darkened ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 27 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Ras Kanzi N10E, 28 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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4 March 1915

From Zanzibar to Niororo Island

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7

0.30am: Anchor aweigh. Course S2W. Manned and Armed ship.

1.0am: Mtwana Buoy to port. Full Speed. 1.17am: Chumbe Light S52E, 2 miles, set course S11W. 1.45am: Altered course S40E.

5.40am: On day look outs. Guns crew fall out. Observed HMS “Pioneer” astern.

7.0am: Altered course S28W. Passing West of Fawn Bank.

7.40am: Courses as requisite. 7.52am: Stopped. 7.59am: Anchored in 14 fathoms, fourth Shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearing] [North end of Niororo Island N73E, 830 [yards]]

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers. Parties to Signals and Heaving the lead. Main Topmen to Small Arm drill. Remainder as requisite. Officers being vaccinated.

10.30am: HMS “Weymouth” arrived and anchored.

10.45am: HMS “Pioneer” arrived and anchored. Hands being vaccinated by Tops [?].

1.30pm: Starboard Watch disinfected Fore Mess Deck.

2.10pm: Whaler “Echo” arrived with 5 dhows and handed them over to “Pioneer”.

2.20pm: “Echo” anchored.

2.30pm: Main Topmen launched pontoon and cleared away S 920. Tradesmen, stewards, Seedie boys and firemen being vaccinated.

[2.53pm: “Pioneer” weighed and proceeded towing 5 dhows.]

pm: S 920 Hoisted out, 4.5 taxied to beach, 5.0 Left beach, 5.2 Rose, 5.5 Down and taxied to beach.

5.0pm: Bathing party landed.

5.30pm: “Echo” weighed. 5.35pm: “Weymouth” weighed.

5.45pm: S 920 Taxied back to ship and hoisted inboard.

6.0pm: Bathing party on board. Hoisted all boats.

7.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

7.30pm: Observed the glare of a searchlight bearing North (Pioneer?).

7.55pm: Observed light bearing S11E.

8.0pm: Posted armed Sentries round ship.

8.15pm: Searchlight extinguished.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

10.15pm: Mechanics stopped work on S 920.

[Course and Distance made good: 194 miles]

[Currents in the 24 hours ending at Noon: 0.5 knots per hour. Setting to the North and NE along the land]

[Number on sick list: 2, 7 Contacts]


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5 March 1915

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7

[North end Niororo Island N73E, 830 yards]

5.30am: On day lookouts. Sentries return arms.

5.55am: S 920 Hoisted outboard and taxied to beach. 6.5am: Sent mechanics to beach.

am: S 920:- Left beach 8.6, Rose 8.9, Down 8.10 and taxied to beach.

8.30am: Hands air bedding and night clothing.

am: S 920:- 8.24 Left beach. 8.36 Rose. 8.41 Down. 8.50 Beached. 9.5 Left beach. 9.9 Rose. 9.14 Down. 9.15 Beached. 9.39 Left beach. 9.45 Rose with passenger. 10.9 Down. 10.16 Hoisted inboard.

9.30am: Divisions. Medical inspection.

11.30am: Hands turn bedding. Hands employed cleaning quarters. Firemen being vaccinated.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

3.30pm: Down bedding and night clothing.

4.25pm: S 920 Hoisted outboard and taxied to beach. 4.30pm: Sent Mechanics to beach. Bathing party left.

pm: S 920:- 5.2 Left beach, 5.20 Returned to beach.

5.49pm: Bathing party on board.

pm: S 920 6.1 Left beach, 6.2 Rose (Flying high). 6.6 Down. 6.7 Beached. 6.13 Left beach. 6.15 Rose. 6.20 Down and taxied to ship. 6.30 Hoisted inboard.

6.40pm: All boats hoisted. 7.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

[Number on sick list: 2, 7 contacts]


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6 March 1915

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7

[North end of Niororo [Island] N73E, 830 yards]

5.30am: On day look outs. Sentries returned arms.

5.45am: Lowered motor boat and gig.

[Draught 21’ 4” Forward, 25’ 11” Aft]

6.0am: S 920 Hoisted out board and taxied to beach. Sent mechanics to beach. Turned out and lowered second and third Cutters.

am: S 920:- 7.0 Left beach. Squall from SW. 7.5 Returned to beach.

7.3am: “Weymouth” anchored.

8.30am: Divisions and Medical inspection. Pilots and mechanics returned on board.

10.17am: Transport “Barjora” anchored.

10.20am: Whaler “Echo” anchored. Second and third Cutters to “Barjora” for petrol.

11.40am: “Barjora” sailed. Hoisted Cutters.

1.0pm: Medical inspection of Firemen. Made and mended clothes.

3.45pm: Pilots and mechanics to beach.

4.30pm: Bathing party left.

5.30pm: “Weymouth” and “Echo” sailed.

pm: S 290:- Left beach. 5.36 Rose. 5.36.5 Down and returned to beach. 6.12 Left beach and taxied to ship. 6.34 Hoisted all boats.

7.10pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

7.55pm: Light bearing S6W.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

11.0pm: Mechanics stopped work on Seaplane.

[Number on sick list: 1, 7 contacts]

[Rain for most of day, with lightning early and late in the day, noon temperature 82F]


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7 March 1915

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7

[North end of Niororo Island N73E, 830 yards]

5.30am: On day look outs. Fall out gun’s crews.

5.45am: Lowered motor boat and gig.

5.55am: S 920 Hoisted outboard.

6.25am: Beached. No flight.

6.50am: Left beach. 6.55am: Rose. 6.56am: Down. 7.0am: Beached. 8.0am: Left beach. 8.2am: Rose. 8.9am: Down. 8.10am: Beached.

9.30am: Divisions. Read Prayers. Medical Inspection.

am: S 920:- 9.45 Left beach. 9.46 Rose. 9.53 Down. 9.54 Beached. 10.2 Left beach. 10.3 Rose. 10.10 Down. 10.11 Beached. 10.20 Left beach and taxied to ship. 10.30 Hoisted inboard. 10.36 Mechanics on board.

0.30pm: Observed HMS “Goliath” flying C in C [Commander in Chief] flag bearing East.

2.0pm: HMS “Goliath” anchored off Ras Burnu.

4.15pm: Bathing party left.

4.30pm: Hoisted S 920 outboard.

pm: S 920:- Taxied to beach. 4.56 Left beach. 4.59 Rose. 5.7 Down. 5.8 Beached. 5.17 Left beach. 5.21 Beached. 5.27 Left beach. 5.30 Rose (with observer). 5.37 Down. East of island.

5.45pm: Bathing party on board.

5.54pm: Motor boat took S 920 in tow.

6.20pm: Hoisted S 920 inboard. 6.35pm: All boats hoisted.

7.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

9.45pm: Mechanics ceased work.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

[Number on sick list: 0, 7 contacts]


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8 March 1915


Lat -7.5, Long 39.6

[8.0am Position: Barakuni Island S66E (True) 8.2 miles. 8.0pm Position: Zanzibar Harbour]

[North end Niororo Island N73E, 830 yards]

5.40am: Observed the smoke of [HMS] “Pyramus” bearing S86E.

5.45am: Observed the “Goliath” bearing N65E. On day lookouts. Sentries return arms.

5.50am: “Weymouth” bearing S80W.

6.42am: Anchor aweigh. Proceeded S45W, 66 revs.

7.14am: Shungu mbili East 1.8 miles.

8.31am: HMS “Goliath” flying C in C flag passed. Took station 3 cables astern. Courses and speed as requisite.

8.43am: “Goliath” anchored. 8.58am: “Goliath” weighed.

9.2am: Proceeded, rounding Tirene Reef.

9.10am: Divisions. Medical inspection. Read Prayers.

9.28am: “Goliath” anchored. 9.34am: Anchored (Starboard) in 9 fathoms, second Shackle awash. Captain went alongside Flag.

[Anchor Bearing] [Kilindoni Flag Staff S5W, 2 miles]

10.21am: Anchor aweigh. 10.27am: Full speed. 10.30am: Rounded Tirene Reef. 10.49am: Course N17E.

11.14am: Shungu mbili abeam 2 miles, altered course N6E.

0.40pm: North Fanjove Island abeam (N86W) 11 miles.

1.53pm: Ras Kanzi Light House West, 6 miles, altered course N33W.

2.36pm: Observed Whaler bearing N54W.

3.3pm: Observed HMS “Pioneer” bearing N44W.

3.20pm: Makatumbe Light House abeam S57E, 6.75 miles.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Fire Stations.

5.25pm: Chumbe East 1.75 miles. Courses and speed as requisite.

5.42pm: Mtwana Buoy to Starboard. 6.0pm: Stop. 6.2pm: Anchored (Port) in 10 fathoms, second Shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearing] [Hospital Flagstaff S66E, 2 cables]

[Draught Arrival 20’ 10” Forward, 25’ 8” Aft]

6.15pm: Received Mails and Stores.

9.54pm: Anchor aweigh. 9.55pm: Proceeded 60 revs.

10.0pm: Darkened ship. 10.6pm: Rounded Chapani Buoy.

10.10pm: Full Speed. Manned and Armed Ship. 10.23pm: Set course N15W.

10.55pm: Mungopani Light abeam 1.5 miles, altered course N23E.

11.39pm: Mwana Mwana Light abeam 1.5 miles, altered course N25E.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 40 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Pemba jua Island West 13 miles]

[Number on sick list: 3, 7 contacts]


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9 March 1915

From Zanzibar to Chaki Chaki Bay and at Chaki Chaki Bay [Pemba Island, also known as Chake Chake Bay]

Lat -5.2, Long 39.7 [estimated]

2.0am: Passed a dhow bound South.

2.30am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

3.0am: Passed a dhow bound South.

5.30am: Challenged HMS “Hyacinth”.

5.57am: Altered course S54E, 60 revs. Observed North end of Mesali Island bearing S77E, 14 miles.

7.13am: Altered course N81E. South end of Mesali bearing S88W.

7.32am: Tundauwa [Tundaua] Buoy to Starboard.

7.37am: Stop. 7.42am: Anchored (Port) in 8.5 fathoms, second shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearing] [Dongo Kundu N68W, 1.2 miles]

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers. Medical Inspection.

am: Midshipmen and Second Division at Rifle drill. Leading Seamen Class for prospective candidates. Remainder as requisite.

11.39am: Observed a SS bearing S50W.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

2.45pm: Observed a SS bearing S63W.

pm: S 920:- 3.18 Hoisted outboard 3.25.Rose. Flying at about 1000ft. 3.41 Came down bearing S72W, 6 cables, damaging Starboard float. Sent motor boat and both gigs to assist.

3.56pm: Anchor aweigh. Proceeded under sternway towards S 920.

4.15pm: Anchored (Port) in 9 fathoms, first shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearing] [Dongo Kundu N55W, 8.5 cables]

4.20pm: Line fast to S 920. Hove it alongside.

4.39pm: Hooked on. 4.50pm: S 920 Clear of the water.

5.2pm: Anchor aweigh. Proceeded back to anchorage. 5.8pm: Stop.

5.13pm: Anchored (Port) in 9.5 fathoms, second Shackle awash. Hoisted gigs.

[Anchor Bearing] [Dongo Kundu N68W, 1.3 miles]

7.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights. 7.10pm: Sent motor boat inshore.

8.0pm: Manned and Armed ship.

8.30pm: Motor boat alongside and moored for the night.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

10.30pm: Mechanics stopped work on S 920.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 165 miles]

[Currents in the 24 hours ending at Noon: Zanzibar Channel Nil, Mwana Mwana to Mesali Island N73W, 1 knot per hour]

[Number on sick list: 2, 7 contacts]


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10 March 1915

Lat -5.2, Long 39.7

[8.0am Position: Anchored Chaki Chaki Bay]

[Anchored, Dongo Kundu N68W, 1.3 miles]

1.0am: Armed Sentries posted round ship.

5.30am: On day look outs. Fall out sentries. Mechanics repairing S 920.

6.15am: Hands spread awnings and clean ship and guns.

[Draught 20’ 6” Forward, 25’ 9” Aft]

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers. Medical inspection.

am: Midshipmen and Main Topmen at Pistol drill. Leading Seamens Class sailmaking. Seedie Boys cleaning No 3 Flat. Remainder as requisite.

pm: Mechanics repairing S 920. Hands make and mend.

4.17pm: Bathing party left. 4.50pm: Fired recalling all boats. 5.5pm: Bathing party on board.

5.15pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard.

5.22pm: All boats clear of the water. 5.24pm: Proceeded at 55 revs.

5.30pm: Tundauwa [Tundaua] Buoy to port. 5.34pm: Set course S86W.

6.2pm: West end of Mesali Island North 1.6 miles.

6.40pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

9.0pm: Darkened ship.

10.30pm: Exercised Sea boats crew.

[Number on sick list: 4, 7 contacts]


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11 March 1915

From Chaki Chaki Bay to Mafia Island

Lat -7.9, Long 39.6 [estimated]

0.30am: Look outs at guns.

5.45am: Ras Kanzi Light House S30W. 5.50am: Altered course S4W.

6.43am: Ras Kanzi Light House East (True), 6 miles.

8.45am: Observed HMS “Weymouth” bearing S40W.

9.13am: North end of Niororo Island abeam 5 miles.

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers. Medical inspection. Sea boats crews and class at Signals. Midshipmen at ammunition. Leading Seamens Class. Remainder as requisite.

10.35am: Rounded Tirene Reef.

10.52am: Stop. 10.56am: Anchored (Starboard) in 8 fathoms, second shackle on deck. Whaler “Echo” at anchor.

[Anchored: Kilindoni Flagstaff S25E, 1.3 miles]

2.45pm: HMS “Goliath” anchored. Captain went alongside.

3.40pm: Captain returned.

4.21pm: “Goliath” and “Echo” sailed.

5.10pm: Hoisted boats.

5.25pm: Anchor aweigh. 5.26pm: Proceeded at 55 revs. 5.40pm: Rounded Tirene Reef.

6.5pm: Salim Bank South 1.5 miles.

6.17pm: Stop. 6.25pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 10 fathoms, fourth shackle on deck and ready for slipping.

[Anchored Ras Twana N85W, 7 miles]

6.30pm: Darkened ship. Observed light bearing N69W.

6.45pm: Exercised Action. Ten rounds per gun supplied from ready racks.

7.0pm: Watch manned and armed ship. Armed sentries at each gun. Both Maxims manned.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 185 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Kilindoni Flagstaff S31E, 1.3 miles]

[Number on sick list: 4, 7 contacts]


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12 March 1915

Lat -7.9, Long 39.5 [estimated]

[Ras Twana N85W, 7 miles]

am: Draught 20’ 1” Forward, 25’ 5” Aft.

5.32am: Anchor aweigh. Proceeded through the West Mafia Channel. Courses and speed as requisite.

6.2am: Observed “Hyacinth” bearing S15E.

6.46am: Rounded Boydu Island, distant 5 cables.

6.54am: Anchored (Port) in 12 fathoms, third shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearing] [West end of Boydu Island N17E, 6 cables]

8.19am: S 920 hoisted outboard. Gig and motor boat in attendance. 8.26am: S 920 rose. Flying low. 8.44am: Down. 8.55am: Towed alongside. 9.4am: Hoisted inboard.

10.0am: Observed a look out erection near Umbwela Creek.

11.24am: Anchor aweigh. Turned to port.

11.42am: Proceeded towards Umbwela. 11.46am: Boydu East 5 cables. Noon: Stopped.

0.7pm: Commenced firing from No 1 Starboard at Umbwela look out erection.

0.24pm: Ceased firing (Expended 10 rounds). Turned to Starboard.

0.34pm: Proceeded Full Speed. Courses as requisite.

1.4pm: Sefo Shoal East 2.25 miles, set course N22E.

2.4pm: North end of Niororo Island abeam S68E, 5.25 miles.

3.13pm: North Fanjove Island abeam N86W, 11 miles.

4.29pm: Ras Kanzi West (True) 6.25 miles.

5.20pm: Altered course N26W. Fired No 1 Starboard (Gun being loaded with shrapnel).

6.50pm: Observed Chumbe Light bearing N22W. Out all unnecessary lights.

8.12pm: Chumbe Light East 2.5 miles. Courses and speed as requisite.

8.31pm: Mtwana Buoy to Starboard.

8.45pm: Stopped. 9.8pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 11 fathoms, third Shackle awash.

[Anchor Bearing] [Hospital Flagstaff S53E, 850 yards]

9.20pm: Medical Officer on board. Discharged 7 ratings to Quarantine Station.

9.35pm: Water boats alongside. Armed sentries posted round ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 19 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Boydu Island East 2.25 miles]

[Number on sick list: 4, 7 Contacts]


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13 March 1915

From Zanzibar to Niule Shoal, Tanga

Lat -5.1, Long 39.2

2.0am: Receiving fresh water from barges.

am: Total fresh water received: 160 tons.

5.40am: On day look out. Sentries return arms.

7.0am: Sent one Sick Bay Attendant to Hospital.

7.25am: Anchor aweigh. 7.26am: Proceeded Full Speed, Courses as requisite.

7.35am: Stopped. French SS “Yarra” rounding Chapani Buoy. 7.42am: Proceeded Full Speed.

7.50am: Rounded Chapani Buoy. 8.2am: Seagull Buoy to port 5 cables, set course N15W.

8.40am: Mungopani Light House abeam 1.5 miles. Divisions. Medical Inspection.

9.30am: Mwana Mwana Light House East 1.5 miles, altered course N7E. Port Watch clean Mess Decks. Starboard Watch clear away towing hawser.

11.5am: Observed “Pioneer” bearing N5W.

11.14am: Observed SS “Chakdina” on Niule Reef.

11.24am: Observed Pickle bearing North.

0.4pm: “Pioneer” proceeded NE. Stopped. 0.9pm: Anchored (Starboard). 0.22pm: Anchored (Port) in 18 fathoms veering to 9 shackles (Starboard) and 2 shackle[s] (Port). Sent away second gig to lay buoy and second and third Cutters with wire hawser. Whaler “Pickle” in attendance.

[Double anchor [bearing] North end of Yambe Island S77W, 1.9 miles]

1.40pm: Hawser fast to “Chakdina”.

1.59pm: Anchor (Port) aweigh. 2.5pm: Commenced towing. Engines working gradually up to 50 revs.

2.22pm: Port capstan carried away. Stopped.

2.45pm: Captain went to “Chakdina”.

3.10pm: Captain returned on board.

3.30pm: Sent Maxim gun and crew to “Chakdina”.

3.52pm: Anchor (Starboard) aweigh. 3.59pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 16.5 fathoms, eighth shackle awash.

[Bearing] [North end of Yambe Island S84W, 2.1 miles]

[Position of “Chakdina” ashore on Niule Reef. Ulenge Light House N17W, 4.5 miles, Rocky Islet (Yambe Island) S77W, 1.9 miles. Ship on the reef to her mainmast. Stern in 18 feet.]

4.55pm: Whaler “Pickle” sailed.

6.0pm: Sent 19 Seedie Boys under Midshipman Galleyhawk to “Chakdina” to jettison coal.

7.0pm: Out unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted at guns. Guns on shore side manned.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 187 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Ulenge Light House N39W, 6 miles]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 84F, sea temperature 81F]


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14 March 1915

Off Niule Shoal, Tanga

Lat -5.1, Long 39.2 [estimated]

[North end of Yambe Island S84W, 2.1 miles]

1.0am: All guns on shore side manned. Armed sentries at each gun.

2.20am to 3.5am: “Chakdina” going astern with her engines.

5.25am: On day look out. Sentries return arms.

6.0am: Sent second and fifth Cutters with Lieutenant Durrard and Midshipman Fox and 1 PO and 45 Seamen to “Chadkina” [Chakdina] to jettison coal.

7.0am: “Chakdina’s” anchor laid out on Starboard quarter.

7.50am: Midshipman Galleyhawk - Seedie Boys returned on board.

9.0am: Medical inspection.

9.30am: Sent Midshipman Squires to “Chadkina” [sic] with 17 ratings.

Noon: Gig left with dinners for men working on board “Chakdina”.

3.7pm: “Duplex” arrived and anchored. “Duplex” sent 60 coolies to “Chadkina” [sic].

5.15pm: Second and fifth Cutters returned with coaling party from “Chakdina”.

5.55pm: Sent Maxim gun and crew to “Chakdina”.

6.23pm: All boats hoisted.

6.50pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Armed Sentries posted round ship.


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15 March 1915

Lat -5.1, Long 39.2

1.0am: HMS “Duplex” sailed for Zanzibar.

5.35am: On day lookouts. Fall out guns crews.

5.45am: Observed 2 dhows bearing E by S.

6.0am: Swung out and cleaned second, third, fourth and fifth Cutters.

7.5am: Observed dhow bearing S24E.

7.15am: Observed smoke of SS “Matiana” bearing South.

7.20am: 6 dhows sailed out from inside Yambe Island.

7.45am: 6 dhows beached on East side of Karange Island.

8.5am: Sent 2, 3, 4, 5 Cutters to “Chadkina” [Chakdina] to tranship passengers.

8.57am: “Matiana” anchored. Transhipment commenced.

9.30am: Navigator laid buoys S40E, 565 yards from Chakdina mainmast in 18.5 fathoms and S40E 160 yards in 5.75 fathoms.

10.40am: Transhipment of passengers, baggage and mails from “Chakdina” to “Matiana” completed.

10.57am: “Matiana” sailed for Zanzibar. Armed Whaler “Pickle” examining dhows to the Northward.

[HMS “Pioneer” examining shows to the Southard]

1.0pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 1.5pm: Proceeded towards outer mark buoy.

1.19pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 20.5 fathoms and veered to ninth shackle in the hawse pipe.

[Anchor bearing] [North end Yambe Island S81W, 2 miles]

1.22pm: Anchored (Port) in 17 fathoms, third shackle on deck. Second and third cutters away with 6.5 inch wire hawser.

3.0pm: Wire hawser fast. 3.15pm: Port anchor aweigh. 3.22pm: Hove away Starboard cable.

3.26pm: Engines Slow ahead. 3.34pm: “Chakdina” came astern and floated. Veered Starboard cable to 9 shackles.

3.45pm: Anchored (Port) in 20 fathoms, third shackle awash. “Chakdina” anchored and slipped towing hawser. Second gig picked up both mark buoys.

4.30pm: Towing hawser on board. 4.48pm: (Port) anchor aweigh. 5.30pm: Anchor (Starboard) aweigh.

6.7pm: “Chakdina” weighed.

6.14pm: Proceeded Full Speed. Course S46E. 6.26pm: Altered course S6W.

7.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.8pm: Observed Mwana Mwana Light S1W and Ras Nungwi S17E.

9.20pm: Mwana Mwana Light abeam 1.5 miles.

9.40pm: Altered course S22W. SS “Chakdina” in sight astern.

10.8pm: Mungopani Light abeam 1.5 miles. 10.10pm: Courses as requisite.

10.56pm: Rounded Chapani Buoy. Reduced Speed.

11.31pm: Anchored (Port) in 1 fathoms, third shackle on deck.


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16 March 1915

At Zanzibar

Lat -6.2, Long 39.2 [estimated]

[Anchor Bearing] [Hospital Flagstaff N36E, 6.5 cables]

0.45am: SS “Chakdina” anchored.

2.0am: Armed Sentries posted round ship.

5.10am: HMS “Goliath” (Flag) anchored.

5.45am: On day look out. Fall out guns crews.

am: S 920:- 6.4 Hoisted outboard. 6.9 Rose. 6.13 Down. 6.25 Alongside. 7.42 Rose. 7.50 Down. 7.58 Hoisted inboard. HMS “Goliath” coaling from collier.

9.20am: Divisions. Medical Inspection. Read Prayers.

9.35am: Read Warrant No 6 to Seedie Boys. Midshipmen to Maxim. Signal and Leading Seamens classes. Remainder as requisite.

10.20am: Water boats alongside.

11.0am: Received 39 cases Petrol.

1.0pm: Heavy rain squalls prevented flying trials.

pm: S 920:- 2.47 Hoisted out. 3.16 Rose. 3.36 Down and moored alongside.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

pm: S 920:- 4.12 Left ship. 4.25 Rose. 4.29 Down and moored alongside. 5.20 Left ship. 5.36 Rose. 5.38 Down. 5.42 Alongside.

5.35pm: Hands rig derricks and prepare ship for coaling.

6.5pm: HMS “Goliath” (Flag) sailed.

6.10pm: Hoisted S 920 inboard. Hoisted second gig. Motor boat moored alongside.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted round ship.

9.25pm: Water boats left.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 68 miles]

[Noon Position: Zanzibar Harbour]

[Number on sick list: 5]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 1379 tons, Oil 226 gallons]


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17 March 1915

At Zanzibar

Lat -6.2, Long 39.2

5.5am: Collier SS “King Malcolm” weighed.

5.15am: Watch fall in. 5.30am: On day look out. Sentries return arms.

5.45am: Collier “King Malcolm” alongside (Port).

6.0am: Hands coal ship. 6.45am: First sling of coal on board.

7.30am: Coolies on board to assist in coaling.

8.35am: SS “Cluny Castle” anchored. Starboard Watch and coolies coaling ship.

9.30am: OOG [Officer of the Guard] boarded SS “Cluny Castle”.

11.0am: Joined ship Sub Lieutenant Barr RNR. Midshipman Bazzell RNR.

11.55am: Water boat alongside.

pm: Watch and coolies coaling ship.

6.0pm: Coolies went ashore. Hands to supper.

7.0pm: Hands resume coaling ship. Hoisted third Cutter.

8.0pm: Armed Sentries posted on Forecastle and Poop.

9.0pm: Water boat left.

11.0pm: Stopped coaling. Received 400 tons. Out all unnecessary lights.

[Number on sick list: 5]


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18 March 1915

At Zanzibar

Lat -6.2, Long 39.2

[Anchor Bearing] [Hospital Flagstaff N36E, 6.5 cables]

5.30am: Hands coal ship.

5.45am: On day look out. Sentries return arms.

5.52am: First sling on board.

7.30am: Coolies on board.

7.44am: Armed whaler “Fly” sailed.

8.47am: HMS “Goliath” (Flag) arrived and anchored.

am: Watch and coolies coal ship.

11.15am: C in C boarded ship to inspect Seaplane.

0.5pm: C in C returned to Flagship.

0.40pm: “Goliath” (Flag) sailed.

pm: Watch and coolies coal ship. Discharged Lieutenant HL Vicary RNR to CO Zanzibar and Midshipman Bizzell [shown as Bazzel on previous day] to “Duplex”.

3.30pm: Water boat alongside.

5.30pm: Hoisted gig and motor boat.

6.0pm: Coolies went ashore. Hands to Supper.

6.30pm: Armed whaler “Pickle” arrived and anchored.

7.0pm: Hands coal ship.

8.0pm: Armed sentries on Poop and Forecastle.

11.15pm: Stopped coaling. 736 tons on board.

[Number on sick list: 7]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 1713 tons, Oil 213 gallons]

[Rain in am, fine in pm, noon temperature 82F]


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19 March 1915

From Zanzibar to Mombasa

Lat -6.2, Long 39.2

[Anchor Bearing] [Hospital Flagstaff N36E, 6.5 cables]

5.30am: Hands coal ship. 5.45am: On day look out. Sentries return arms.

6.45am: Coolies on board.

8.15am: OOG [Officer of Guard] boarded British SS “Pundu” [probably Pundua] from Bombay.

am: Hands and coolies coaling ship.

pm: Watch and Coolies coaling ship.

4.15pm: Finished coaling. Received 1000 tons.

4.35pm: Collier SS “King Malcolm” cast off and anchored.

5:30pm: OOG boarded French SS “Bosphore” [Bosphore (2) listed here] from Madagascar.

6.0pm: Water boat alongside.

8.0pm: Finished watering. Fresh water received 570 tons.

8.49pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to port. 9.0pm: Cast off water boat. 9.1pm: Proceeded Full Speed.

9.16pm: Rounded Chapani Buoy. 9.34pm: Set course N15W.

10.0pm: Mungopani Light abeam 1.5 miles.

10.45pm: Mwana Mwana Light East, 1.5 miles.

[Number on sick list: 9]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 2027 tons, Oil 207 gallons]


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20 March 1915

From Zanzibar to Mombasa

Lat -4.0, Long 39.6 [estimated]

[8.0am Position: Anchored Port Reitz Mombasa]

0.30am: Part of Watch and Seedie Boys shifting meat etc from Stewards Cold Storage to “J” Chamber Cargo Cold Storage owing to breakdown of Refair CO2 machine.

1.30am: Challenged and received reply from HMS “Pioneer” 1 mile East.

2.10am: Ras Kegomacha Light abeam 10 miles, altered course N28E.

3.48am: Observed Ras Serani Light bearing N1W. Reduced to 60 revs.

4.30am: Engines Slow. 4.48am: Turned to Starboard.

5.5am: Proceeded into port. Courses and speed as requisite.

5.45am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

6.0am: Passed Ras Serani. 6.15am: Passed Kilindini Pier.

6.20am: Stop. 6.26am: Anchored (Starboard) in 15.5 fathoms, fourth shackle awash. 6.28am: Let fires die out.

[Ras Kingangone [Ras Kikaangoni also called Ras Kigangoni] S27W, 475 yards]

am: S 920:- 6.29 Hoisted outboard. 7.8 Rose. 7.21 Down and came alongside. 7.58 Left ship. 7.59 Rose. 8.23 Down and came alongside. 9.9 Left ship. 9.10 Rose. 9.17 Down and came alongside. 9.30 Hoisted inboard.

11.45am: Health Officer came on board.

4.0pm: Bathing party left.

pm: S 920 4.29 Hoisted outboard. 4.31 Rose. 4.37 Down. 4.45 Alongside.

5.0pm: Sent one Seamens Cot Case to Hospital.

5.45pm: Bathing party on board.

6.0pm: S 920 Hoisted inboard.

6.30pm: Hoisted gigs. Motor boat alongside.

9.45pm: Hailed passing boat - no answer. Burnt searchlight and sent away motor boat. Found boat to be Mombasa Patrol Boat.

10.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 135 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 87F. Temperature in Sun 115F]


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21 March 1915

At Port Reitz, Mombasa

Lat -4.0, Long 39.6

[Anchor Bearing] [Ras Kingangone S27W, 475 yards]

1.0am: Armed Sentries posted round ship.

6.0am: On day look out. Sentries all out.

am: S 920:- 6.15 Hoisted outboard. 6.22 Rose. 6.23 Down. 6.27 Alongside. 7.30 Left ship. 7.34 Rose. 7.40 Down and came alongside. 8.0 Left ship. 8.1 Rose. 8.9 Down. 8.10 Alongside.

8.30am: OOG left to board French SS “Oceanai” [Oceanien] for Zanzibar. French SS “Bosphore” for Marseilles and British SS “Chakdina” for Bombay.

am: S 920 Left ship 9.45. Alongside (No flight) 9.57. Hoisted inboard 10.10.

10.25am: Divisions. Medical inspection. Read Prayers.

3.45pm: SS “Chakdina” sailed.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

4.20pm: SS “Oceanien” sailed.

6.35pm: Hoisted both gigs.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries.

10.0pm: Air mechanics working at S 920.

[Number on sick list: 5]


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22 March 1915

At Port Reitz, Mombasa

Lat -4.0, Long 39.6

[Anchor Bearing] [Ras Kingangone S27W, 475 yards]

6.15am: Hoisted S 920 outboard.

am: S 920:- 6.39 Left ship. 6.41 Rose. 6.42 Down. 6.53 Alongside. 7.50 Left ship. 7.58 Rose. 8.7 Down. 8.8 Alongside.

8.15am: Leave to Starboard Watch of Seedie Boys for 24 hours.

am: S920:- 8.49 Left ship. 8.50 Rose. 8.59 Down. 9.30 Started. 9.31 Rose. 9.38 Came down carrying away Starboard float. Sent motor boat and gig to assist.

10.40am: Motor boat returned and took away all spare floats.

10.45am: Shore tug proceeded to S 920.

0.40pm: Tug under weigh towing S 920.

1.35pm: S 920 alongside and hoisted inboard.

1.55pm: SS “Reichenfels” arrived and anchored.

5.58pm: Hoisted gigs and third Cutter.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

10.0pm: Out unnecessary lights.

11.5pm: Motor boat moored alongside for the night.


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23 March 1915

At Port Reitz, Mombasa

Lat -4.0, Long 39.6

[Anchor Bearing] [Ras Kingangone S27W, 475 yards]

5.35am: On day look outs. Sentries return arms.

6.20am: HMS “Goliath” (Flag) entering harbour.

6.25am: OOG left for “Goliath”.

6.37am: “Goliath” anchored off Kilindini.

9.0am: Starboard watch of Seedie Boys returned from leave. Two absent. 20 Hands painting round waterline, 12 painting after flat. Remainder as requisite. Midshipmen at 4.7 drill.

Noon: German prisoner (Warrant Officer) and native servant received from “Goliath”.

pm: Seedie Boys clean paintwork.

3.0pm: “Goliath” stopped coaling.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

4.15pm: Discharged Midshipman Squire [Squires elsewhere in log] RNR to “Goliath” for “Duplex”.

6.15pm: Hoisted gigs and third Cutter.

7.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

9.0pm: Air mechanics ceased work on S 920.

[Number on sick list: 5]


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24 March 1915

At Port Reitz, Mombasa

Lat -4.0, Long 39.6

[Anchor Bearing] [Ras Kingangone S27W, 475 yards]

5.40am: On day look out. Sentries return arms.

5.51am: HMS “Goliath” (Flag) sailed.

7.0am: NCO [Non-commissioned Officer] and 2 Marines left to escort 2 Seedie Boys on board.

7.28am: OOG [Officer of Guard] boarded SS “Sofala” [Sofala (1) listed here].

8.0am: Gave 24 hours leave to Port Watch of Seedie Boys.

9.10am: Escort with 2 Seedie Boys on board.

am: Side party painting ship’s side. Leading Seamens class at instruction. Bosun’s party.

10.4am: Discharged to Military Authorities German prisoner and Native servant also Sergeant Rider First South Lancs [Lancashire Regiment].

0.5pm: SS “Cairndhu” arrived and went alongside “Reichenfels”.

1.30pm: Escort landed with Paymaster to bring off cash.

4.0pm: Transport “Barjora” entering harbour.

4.20pm: Paymaster returned with escort and cash.

4.45pm: “Barjora” moored alongside. 5.0pm: Commenced to take in stores from “Barjora”.

7.10pm: Motor boat moored alongside for the night.

7.50pm: Stopped work.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted round ship.

10.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

[Number on sick list: 10]


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25 March 1915

At Port Reitz, Mombasa

Lat -4.0, Long 39.6

[Anchor Bearing] [Ras Kingangone S27W, 475 yards]

5.30am: On day look out. Sentries return arms. Watch resumed taking in stores from “Barjora”.

6.40am: HMS “Pioneer” entered harbour and proceeded alongside “Reichenfels” for water.

7.0am: OOG left for “Pioneer”.

7.5am: Landed escort, NCO and 2 Marines to receive 2 Seedie Boys from police.

7.45am: Two lighters alongside for Seaplane gear.

9.0am: Escort returned with 2 Seedie Boys.

am: Port Watch loading stores from “Barjora”. Starboard Watch discharging petrol into lighters.

pm: Hands employed as before Noon.

2.0pm: Received 2, 3 pounder guns.

5.20pm: Finished loading Stores.

5.35pm: “Barjora” cast off and anchored.

6.30pm: Hoisted both gigs.

8.0pm: Armed Sentries posted round ship.

10.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

11.25pm: Motor boat moored for the night.

[Number on sick list: 8]


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26 March 1915

At Port Reitz, Mombasa

Lat -4.0, Long 39.6

[Anchor Bearing] [Ras Kingangone S27W, 475 yards]

5.45am: On day look outs. Sentries return arms.

6.15am: HMS “Pioneer” cast off from collier and anchored.

am: Hands employed discharging Seaplane gear to the shore and stowing stores.

10.45am: Three lighters alongside for Seaplanes.

11.0am: One lighter alongside for empty cases.

pm: Received 2820 gallons of oil. Hands employed as in fore noon.

4.0pm: Gave leave to POs till 8pm.

5.20pm: Hoisted fourth Cutter.

6.0pm: Hoisted gigs.

8.0pm: Liberty POs on board.

10.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

11.20pm: Moored motor boat.

[Number on sick list: 6]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 2088 tons, Oil 166 gallons]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 87F]


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27 March 1915

At Port Reitz, Mombasa

Lat -4.0, Long 39.6

[Anchor Bearing] [Ras Kingangone S27W, 475 yards]

5.45am: On day look out. Sentries return arms.

7.5am: SS “Matiana” anchored.

9.45am: OOG boarded Hospital SS “Madras”.

10.15am: Veered fifth shackle awash.

am: Hands clean ship.

3.45pm: Watch discharge Seaplane stores.

4.10pm: S 920 Hoisted outboard and towed to the shore.

4.45pm: Lighters left with Seaplane gear.

6.0pm: Hoisted and secured gigs.

6.45pm: Discharged Aviators effects to the shore.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted round ship.

9.20pm: Discharged to the shore Flight Commander Cull RN, Flight Lieutenant Watkins and all air mechanic ratings (19) also one Seedie Boy.

10.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

[Number on sick list: 5]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 2070 tons, Oil 2980 gallons]


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28 March 1915

Lat -5.1, Long 39.6

[Anchor Bearing] [Ras Kingangone S27W, 475 yards]

5.35am: Anchor aweigh. Turned to port. 5.40am: Proceeded out of harbour. Courses and speed as requisite.

6.3am: Passed Ras Serani. Increased to 55 revs. 6.15am: Set course S12W.

7.30am: Observed HMS “Goliath” bearing S22W.

8.30am: Chale Point abeam 7 miles. “Goliath” passed North.

9.30am: Divisions.

9.50am: Performed Divine Service.

10.52am: Ras Kegomacha East (True) 2 miles.

2.0pm: North end of Soleman Island East, 3 miles.

6.20pm: Chuaka Head S66W, 4 miles.

6.40pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

8.30pm: Darkened ship.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 67 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: South end of Fundu Island S76E, 3.5 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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29 March 1915

Lat -8.1, Long 39.7 [estimated]

0.35am: Observed the land about Ras Kanzi bearing S80W.

3.17am: Engines Dead Slow. 3.30am: Sounding every 20 minutes. No bottom.

5.35am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crew. Altered course S69W, increased to 40 revs.

6.20am: Full speed. Observed HMS “Hyacinth” bearing S12W, altered course S3W.

6.52am: Observed Niororo Island bearing S15W.

7.20am: Courses as requisite. Passing East of Fawn Bank and West of Gordon Reef.

8.10am: Stop. 8.13am: Anchored (Starboard) in 16 fathoms, fourth shackle on deck. Captain and Navigator left for “Hyacinth” (Flag). Major Chichester RMLI joined ship.

[North end of Niororo Island S82E, 8 cables]

9.0am: Captain and Navigator on board.

9.8am: Anchor aweigh. Proceeded S26W, 60 revs. Heavy rain squall.

10.10am: Altered course S30W and proceeded through the Mafia Channel.

10.52am: Ras Kisimani East 5 cables.

11.36am: Rounded Mange Reef.

11.50am: Stop. 11.54am: Anchored (Port) in 7 fathoms. Port cable carried away. 11.55am: Anchored (Starboard) in 7 fathoms, third shackle awash.

[North end of Kibondo Island N73E, 4.25 miles]

0.30pm: Whaler “Fly” alongside for coal and provisions.

1.0pm: Commenced coaling “Fly”.

2.10pm: Received orders to weigh. 2.15pm: “Fly” cast off and anchored.

2.26pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 2.30pm: Proceeded S73W, 60 revs.

2.55pm: Rounded Mange Reef and proceeded through the Mafia Channel.

3.31pm: Ras Kisimani East 5 cables.

3.50pm: Rounded Salim Bank.

4.6pm: Stopped 1 cable North of HMS “Weymouth” at anchor and 1 mile North of Salim Bank.

4.8pm: Sent third Cutter to “Weymouth”.

4.35pm: Cutter returned with diving gear and divers.

4.38pm: Proceeded. Rounding Salim Bank. 4.44pm: Full Speed. Proceeded through the Mafia Channel.

5.23pm: Ras Kisimani East 5 cables.

6.0pm: Rounded Mange Reef.

6.17pm: Stop. 6.30pm: Anchored (Port) in 8 fathoms, fourth shackle on deck.

[North end of Kibondo Island N73E, 4.25 miles]

6.50pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship. 8.10pm: Darkened ship.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 192 miles]

[Noon Position: Kibondo Anchorage]

[Number on sick list: 5]

[Rain through middle of day, noon air and sea temperature 80F]


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30 March 1915

Lat -8.1, Long 39.7

[North end of Kibondo Island N73E, 4.25 miles]

5.50am: Third Cutter and second Gig away with divers and diving gear.

7.15am: Sent both gigs away with 3 inch wire hawser.

7.25am: Diver reported wire shackled on to cable.

7.30am: Hove cable on board.

7.50am: Cable shackled on. Navigator left in first Gig for Kibondo Island to select position for light.

8.0am: Starboard anchor aweigh.

am: Hands clean Mess Decks. Gunners party clean third Cutter. Seedie Boys holystoning well deck.

11.40am: Whaler “Fly” arrived and came alongside. Transferred Diving gear and divers to “Fly”. Supplied 5 tons coal to Fly.

0.20pm: “Fly” cast off and proceeded.

1.0pm: Navigator returned. Hoisted in first gig.

1.22pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 1.26pm: Proceeded 45 revs. Course S60W.

1.50pm: Altered course S17E.

3.15pm: Okuza Island West 4.75 miles, altered course S4W.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

5.32pm: South Fanjove Light House West (True) 5.75 miles.

6.40pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: To Salim Bank and back 42 miles]

[Noon Position: Kibondo Anchorage]

[Number on sick list: 6]


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31 March 1915

Patrolling

Lat -10.5, Long 40.7

2.0am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

4.0am: Altered course S45E.

5.0am: Altered course S40W.

5.45am: On day look out. Fall out guns crews.

6.55am: Altered course S46E.

7.44am: Ras Samganku [Ras Sangamku] SW, 8.5 miles.

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers. 9.30am: General Quarters.

10.30am: Rovuma River [Rio Rovuma] entrance S52W, 8 miles.

Noon: Altered course N26W.

pm: Hands make and mend. Seedie Boys pumice stoning Quarter Deck Rail.

3.0pm: Altered course W.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. 4.10pm: Exercised Fire Stations.

4.50pm: Passed an empty dugout.

5.22pm: Altered course N45W.

6.0pm: Ras Mkiya S63W, 5 miles, altered course N6E.

6.40pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 173 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Cape Delgado Light House S12W, 11 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]



LOGS FOR APRIL 1915


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1 April 1915

On Patrol

Lat -8.1, Long 39.6

[Note at top of page: Clocks 2 hours 30 minutes fast of GMT]

5.30am: Altered course N45W. On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

6.17am: South Fanjove Island bore N83W.

7.30am: Nyuni Island West 7.5 miles.

9.33am: Mange Beacon East 1 mile.

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

am: Marines at rifle drill. Starboard watch stowing provision[s]. Port Watch rig coaling gear.

10.1am: Stop. 10.6am: Anchored (Starboard) in 16.75 fathoms, third shackle on deck.

[Ras Kisimani N35E, 6 cables]

10.37am: Whaler “Echo” alongside. Joined ship Midshipman Bazzell [probably].

10.54am: “Echo” cast off. 10.55am: Anchor aweigh. Courses as requisite.

0.56pm: Slow. 0.58pm: Stop. 1.1pm: Anchored (Port) in 14.5 fathoms, third shackle awash.

[West end of Okuza Island S12E, 1.75 miles]

2.15pm: Whaler “Fly” alongside for water, provisions and coal.

2.20pm: Starboard watch coal “Fly”. Supplied 12 tons coal and 4 tons water to “Fly”.

4.50pm: Finished coaling “Fly”. 4.55pm: “Fly” sailed.

5.7pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 5.33pm: Proceeded N76E, 35 revs.

6.0pm: North end of Okuza S60W, 3.5 miles, set course S15E.

6.40pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Manned and Armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 189 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Okuza Island S4E, 11 miles]


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2 April 1915

On Patrol

Lat -10.0, Long 39.8

5.40am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

7.30am: Altered course S14E. Kiswere Harbour West 7 miles.

9.30am: Looked into Mchinga Bay distant 4 miles.

11.12am: Courses as requisite entering Lindi Bay.

11.22am: Ras Ekapapa N71W, 1.6 miles. Turned to port and reduced to 35 revs.

11.42pm: Set course S67E.

pm: Mustered by open list and paid monthly allowance to Ship’s Company.

2.30pm: Looked into Mgau Mwani [Mgau Mwania], distant 6 miles.

4.15pm to 5.0pm: Looked in to Mikindani Bay, distant 7 miles.

6.45pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Altered course N15W. Manned and Armed Ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 131 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Clarkson Point S2E, 2 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 86F, sea temperature 82F]


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3 April 1915

On Patrol

Lat -8.6, Long 39.7

7.38am: Kirvurugu Islets [Kivurugu Islets] South 2 miles.

7.50am: Looked into Sangarungu Harbour, distant 2 miles.

8.0am: Observed two fishing dhows inside Ruyikira Bar [Rukyira Spit].

8.10am: Looked into Kilwa Kisiwani Harbour, distant 2 miles.

8.20am: Altered course N89E, 25 revs.

9.35am: Altered course N1W.

am: Hands cleaning ship. Seedie Boys shifting provisions.

0.12pm: South Fanjove Light House West 4.75 miles.

1.57pm: Okuza Island West 3 miles. Courses as requisite.

2.0pm: Observed Whaler “Fly” bearing West.

2.28pm: Stopped. 2.33pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 14 fathoms, third shackle awash.

[West end of Okuza S10E, 1.2 miles]

3.20pm: “Fly” came alongside for water and provisions.

[Supplied 4 tons water to “Fly”]

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Read Warrant No 7 to Marines.

5.34pm: “Fly” cast off and sailed.

5.46pm: Anchor aweigh. Proceeded N77E, 45 revs.

6.11pm: Altered course S35E, 35 revs.

6.30pm: North end of Okuza S85W 3 miles.

6.45pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Manned and Armed ship.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 172 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: South Fanjove Light House N69W, 6 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]


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4 April 1915

On Patrol

Lat -10.2, Long 40.3

5.45am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

7.50am: Observed a sail bearing S72W. 7.54am: Altered course S71W.

8.18am: Sail observed to be a fishing dugout, altered course S46E. Ras Kera S60W, 2 miles.

9.0am: Looked into Lindi Bay distant 8 miles.

10.15am: Mgau Mwania SW, 9 miles.

10.30am: Performed Divine Service.

2.20pm: Altered course S45W. Entering Rovuma Bay.

3.15pm: Rovuma River S50W 6.5 miles.

3.45pm: Cape Rovuma S60W, 3 miles.

4.30pm: Looked into Kionga Bay [Baia de Quionga], distant 4 miles

5.22pm: Cape Delgado Light House abeam S60W 4 miles.

6.30pm: Turned to port. Course N15W.

6.45pm: Darkened ship.

7.40pm: Cape Delgado S76W, 7 miles.

8.0pm: Manned and Armed ship.

11.40pm: Cape Delgado Light dipped bearing S2W.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 160 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Ras Sangamku S62W, 5 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]


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5 April 1915

On Patrol

Lat -9.9, Long 39.9

2.0am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

5.40am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

5.45am: Altered course N60W. Ras Sangamku S35W, 9 miles.

6.0am: Looked into Mikindani Bay, distant 10 miles.

7.30am: Looked into Mgau Mwania, distant 9 miles.

9.30am: Exercised Action. Dropped target. Clarkson Point S73W, 7.25 miles.

9.35am: Proceeded to steam round target at 40 revs. 9.50am: Commenced firing 1 inch aiming No 1 Port, .303, Nos 2 and 3.

10.10am: Cease fire.

10.19am: Commence firing practice projectiles from Starboard guns.

10.29am: Cease fire. 10.35am: Resumed practice with aiming rifle from No 1 and 2 Port.

11.25am: Cease fire. Picked up target.

[Expended 28 rounds]

11.47am: Proceeded Dead Slow. Noon: Set course N12W.

pm: Seedie Boys shifting stores. Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Fire Stations. Increased to 40 revs. Turned to port. Course S36W.

4.55pm: Courses as requisite entering Lindi Bay.

5.18pm: Ras Ekapapa N32E, 8 cables. Turned to port. Course East.

6.45pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

8.50pm: Observed a light bearing S41W.

9.0pm: Turned to Starboard. Course S6W.

9.35pm: Turned to Port. Course N6E.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 128 miles + 20 miles Steaming round target.

[True Bearing and Distance: Clarkson Point S50W, 8 miles]

[Currents in the 24 hours ending at Noon: From Cape Delgado to Mikindani Bay S28W, 1 knot per hour]

[Number on sick list: 7]


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6 April 1915

[Date incorrectly shown as 1916]

Lat -7.7, Long 39.6

5.45am: On day lookouts. Fall out guns crews.

6.23am: Observed “Fly” bearing N by W.

6.30am: South Fanjove Light House S56W, 15 miles.

7.10am: Observed “Pioneer” bearing N35E.

7.15am: Okuza Island West 4, miles.

7.20am: Courses as requisite. 7.34pm: Stop. 7.47pm: Anchored (Port) in 14.5 fathoms, third shackle awash.

[West end of Okuza Island S17E, 1.4 miles]

8.10am: “Fly” alongside for provisions.

9.16am: “Pioneer” anchored. “Fly” cast off and went alongside “Pioneer”. 6 ratings joined ship from Zanzibar Hospital.

9.34am: Anchor aweigh. Course N4E. 9.39am: Full speed.

10.30am: Mange Beacon East 5 cables. Courses as requisite.

10.55am: Ras Kisimani East 5 cables.

11.20am: Sefo Shoal West 1 mile, set course N28E.

Noon: Engines Slow. Courses as requisite waiting for Flag.

0.54pm: Stop. 1.10pm: Slow ahead.

1.26pm: “Hyacinth” anchored.

1.30pm: Stop. 1.36pm: Anchored (Starboard). Cable carried away at second shackle.

1.37pm: Anchored (Port) in 14.5 fathoms, second shackle on deck. Captain left for “Hyacinth”.

[North end of Niororo [Island] East, 8 cables]

2.20pm: Veered fourth shackle on deck.

2.55pm: Diving boat from “Hyacinth” commenced operations.

4.47pm: Diver reported cable shackled on to wire hawser.

4.55pm: “Pioneer” arrived and anchored.

5.30pm: Second gig towed 4 canoes alongside from Niororo Island.

5.55pm: “Hyacinth” and “Pioneer” sailed. Watch heaving starboard cable on board.

7.0pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries at Poop, Forecastle and Maxim guns. Watch clearing hawse. Engines working as required.

10.35pm: Stopped work for the night.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 174 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: North end of Niororo Island N24E, 7 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]


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7 April 1915

At North Mafia Channel

Lat -7.5, Long 39.7 [estimated]

[Anchored: North end of Niororo [Island] East 8 cables]

5.15am: On day look outs. Sentries return arms. Hands clearing hawse and preparing ship for coaling.

6.58am: “Hyacinth” anchored (Flag).

7.0am: Hawse cleared, weighed Starboard anchor.

7.40am: “Weymouth” anchored.

7.41am: Collier “Cento” [probably this ship] alongside “Hyacinth”.

8.15am: Left ship Captain Crampton RN MVO [Member of the Royal Victorian Order] for “Weymouth” in command, also Captain’s Coxswain and Steward.

10.30am: Collier “Reichenfels” alongside.

11.20am: Commenced coaling. Watch and Seedie Boys coaling ship.

Noon: Wissman anchored.

0.34pm: Pickle anchored.

1.30pm: “Weymouth” sailed. 1.45pm: “Wissman” sailed. 1.59pm: “Pickle” sailed.

5.0pm: 133 tons of coal on board.

5.5pm: Collier cast off and anchored.

5.10pm: “Hyacinth” sailed.

5.15pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to port. 5.20pm: Proceeded at 50 revs. Courses as requisite.

6.11pm: Stopped. Hove out Port cable examining shackles and replacing wooden pins with iron.

6.35pm: Anchored (Port) in 25 fathoms, fourth shackle on deck.

[Dira Shoal NE by E, 1 mile]

6.48pm: Darkened ship. 6.50pm: Exercised Action. 7.13pm: Disperse.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship. Posted sentries at all guns.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 7 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 1258 tons, Oil 2758 gallons]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 89F]


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8 April 1915

At North Mafia Channel

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7 [estimated]

[Dira Shoal NE 1 mile]

1.30am: Guns crews visited all correct.

5.5am: Anchor aweigh. 5.20am: Proceeded 45 revs. Courses as requisite.

5.27am: On day look out. Guns crews fall out.

6.5am: Slow. 6.12am: Anchored (Port) in 14 fathoms, third Shackle on deck.

[North end of Niororo East 6 cables. Draught 19’ 5” Forward, 25’ 0” Aft]

6.40am: Collier “Reichenfels” alongside.

7.0am: Watch coal ship.

7.23am: “Weymouth” anchored.

8.0am: Starboard Watch discharging bombs into Reichenfels.

8.48am: Collier “Cento” anchored.

9.45am: Collier “King Malcolm” passed South.

11.0am: Started coaling aft.

11.30am: Finished discharging bombs.

pm: Watch and Seedie Boys coal ship.

4.20pm: Collier “Cento” sailed.

5.0pm: Stopped coaling 303 tons.

5.5pm: Reichenfels cast off.

5.10pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 5.18pm: Proceeded 45 revs. Courses as requisite.

5.28pm: “Weymouth” sailed.

6.0pm: Stopped and hove out Port cable.

6.9pm: Anchored (Port) in 24 fathoms, 4 shackles on deck.

[Dira Shoal NE 1.2 miles]

6.20pm: General Quarters. 6.40pm: Disperse. 6.50pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship. Posted sentries at all guns.

10.30pm: Guns crews visited.

[Distance run through the Water: 18 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 1352 tons, Oil 2746]


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9 April 1915

At North Mafia Channel

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7 [estimated]

[Dira Shoal NE, 1.2 miles]

2.0am: Guns crews visited “All correct”.

5.8am: Anchor aweigh. 5.20am: Proceeded 50 revs. Courses as requisite.

5.30am: On day look outs. Sentries fall out.

5.45am: “Weymouth” steering SE.

6.1am: Stopped. 6.5am: Anchored (Port) in 13.5 fathoms, third shackle on deck.

[North end Niororo [Island] East 6 cables]

6.35am: “Reichenfels” alongside.

7.0am: Watch coal ship.

7.44: Collier “Cento” anchored.

8.0am: Observed Pioneer bearing SSW, Steering East.

am: Hands and Seedie Boys coal ship.

0.39pm: SS “Africa” (with stores) anchored.

0.52pm: “Duplex” anchored.

1.0pm: Third Cutter returned with stores from SS “Africa”.

2.15pm: “Weymouth” anchored. 20 Seedie Boys lent to “Weymouth” for coaling.

2.50pm: “Africa” sailed.

3.20pm: “Duplex” sailed.

4.20pm: “Cento” sailed.

5.0pm: Stopped coaling. Total received: 514 tons.

5.4pm: Collier cast off.

5.11pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 5.17pm: Proceeded 50 revs. Courses as requisite.

5.37pm: “Weymouth” sailed.

6.0pm: Stopped and hove out cable. 6.7pm: Anchored (Port) in 24 fathoms, fourth Shackle on deck.

[West end of Dira Shoal NE, 1.2 miles]

6.15pm: General Quarters. 6.45pm: Darkened ship.

7.28pm: Observed searchlight (vertical) bearing S53W. 7.35pm: Action.

7.50pm: Disperse. Searchlight made six vertical flashes.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

11.0pm: Guns crews visited. All correct.

[Distance run through the Water: 16 miles]

[Number on sick list: 8]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 1482 tons, Oil 2732 tons]


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10 April 1915

At North Mafia Channel

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7 [estimated]

[West end of Dira Shoal NE, 1.2 miles]

5.2am: Anchor aweigh. Turned to port. 5.10am: Proceeded at 45 revs. Courses as requisite.

5.30am: On day look out. Guns Crews fall out.

5.57am: Stopped. 6.3am: Anchored (Port) in 14 fathoms, third Shackle on deck.

[North end of Niororo S71E, 7 cables]

[Draught 20’ 9” Forward, 25’ 0” Aft]

6.40am: Collier alongside.

6.48am: Watch and Seedie Boys coal ship.

7.36am: “Cento” anchored.

am: Hands coal ship.

3.20pm: “Weymouth” anchored.

3.51pm: “Hyacinth” (Flag) anchored.

4.25pm: “Cento” sailed.

5.0pm: Coal received 719 tons. 5.5pm: Collier cast off.

5.12pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 5.15pm: Proceeded 50 revs. Courses as requisite.

5.59pm: Stopped and hove out (Port) cable. 6.7pm: Anchored (Port) in 24 fathoms, fourth shackle on deck.

[West end of Dira Shoal N40E, 1.3 miles]

6.10pm: General Quarters.

6.45pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

[Distance run through the Water: 16 miles]

[Number on sick list: 9]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 1651 tons, Oil 2719 gallons]


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11 April 1915

At North Mafia Channel

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7 [estimated]

[West end of Dira Shoal N40E, 1.2 miles]

am: Between 1.25 and 1.45 observed the following coloured flash lights bearing N44W: - Red - Green - White - Green - Red. Lights burnt for about 10 seconds each. Guns crews visited. All correct.

5.4am: Anchor aweigh. 5.12am: Proceeded 45 revs. Courses as requisite.

5.17am: On day lookout. Guns crews fall out.

5.57am: Stop. 6.1am: Anchored (Port) in 13.5 fathoms third shackle on deck.

[North end of Niororo Island S75E, 6 cables]

[Draught: 21’ 2” Forward, 25’ 0” Aft]

6.40am: Collier alongside.

6.53am: Hyacinth anchored.

7.0am: Started coaling.

7.5am: Weymouth anchored.

7.10am: Sent 20 Seedie Boys lent by “Weymouth” to “Hyacinth”.

7.25am: SS “Llandovery Castle” anchored.

7.40am: Collier “Cento” alongside “Hyacinth”.

am: Hands coal ship. Third and fifth Cutters tranship stores from “Llandovery Castle”.

0.55pm: “Weymouth” sailed.

pm: Watch and Seedie Boys coal ship.

2.0pm: Seedie Boys sent to “Hyacinth” returned. Sent 1.5 tons potatoes to “Weymouth”.

4.10pm: “Hyacinth” and “Llandovery Caslte” [Castle] sailed.

4.25pm: “Cento” sailed.

5.0pm: Coal received 917 tons.

5.7pm: Collier cast off. 5.9pm: Anchor aweigh. 5.19pm: Proceeded 50 revs. Courses as requisite.

6.5pm: Stopped and hove out cable. 6.9pm: Anchored (Port) in 24 fathoms, fourth Shackle on deck.

[West end of Dira Shoal NE, 1.3 miles]

6.15pm: Evening Quarters.

6.45pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

[Distance run through the Water: 16 miles]

[Number on sick list: 10]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 1815 tons, Oil 2707 gallons]


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12 April 1915

At North Mafia Channel

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7 [estimated]

[West end of Dira Shoal NE, 1.3 miles]

2.23am: Observed Green Very’s light.

2.28am: Observed White Verys light.

3.0pm: Observed White Verys light. All bearing N40W.

5.4am: Anchor aweigh. 5.13am: Proceeded 45 revs. Courses as requisite.

5.20am: On day look outs. Guns Crews fall out.

5.58am: Stopped. 6.3am: Anchored (Port) in 12.75 fathoms third shackle on deck.

[North end of Niororo S77E, 5 cables]

[Draught: 21’ 4” Forward, 25’ 0” Aft]

6.47am: Collier alongside. 7.0am: Watch and Seedie Boys coal ship.

7.38am: “Cento” anchored.

am and pm: Watch and Seedie Boys coal ship.

0.35pm: “Weymouth” anchored.

4.30pm: Discharged 20 Seedie Boys to Weymouth.

5.0pm: Finished coaling. Received 1123 tons.

5.13pm: “Reichenfels” cast off and sailed.

5.15pm: Anchor aweigh. 5.22pm: Proceeded 50 revs. Course as requisite.

5.34pm: “Weymouth” sailed.

5.36pm: Observed smoke bearing N30W.

6.4pm: Stopped and hove out cable. 6.13pm: Anchored (Port) in 23 fathoms fourth shackle on deck.

[West end of Dira Shoal NE, 1.2 miles]

6.20pm: Evening Quarters. 6.45pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

[Distance run through the Water: 16 miles]

[Number on sick list: 8]

[Fuel Remaining; Coal 1973 tons, Oil 2695 gallons]

[Rain and showers at times in am, fine in pm, noon temperature 90F]


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13 April 1915

From Dira Shoal North Mafia Channel to South Mafia Patrol

Lat -8.0, Long 39.6

[Dira Shoal NE, 1.2 miles]

[Draught: 21’ 9” Forward, 25’ 0” Aft]

0.32am: Observed glare of bush fire N74W.

5.20am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

5.41am: Anchor aweigh. 5.52am: Proceeded 45 revs. Course S24E.

7.0am: Altered course S30W.

7.40am: Sefo Shoal West 5 cables. Courses as requisite through the Mafia Channel.

8.27am: Stopped. 8.29am: Anchored (Port) in 14 fathoms second shackle on deck.

[Ras Kisimani N75E, 7 cables]

9.0am: “Pioneer” anchored. Stopped 2 cables East. Captain went on board.

9.25am: “Pioneer” sailed North.

9.30am: Captain on board.

9.42am: Anchor aweigh. 9.46am: Proceeded 45 revs. Courses as requisite.

10.1am: Stopped. 10.7am: Anchored (Port) in 13 fathoms, second shackle awash.

[Ras Kisimani N14E, 2.2 miles]

10.33am: “Pickle” alongside for water.

pm: Made and mended clothes. Supplied to “Pickle” 1 ton of Fresh Water.

2.40pm: “Pickle” cast off.

3.51pm: Anchor aweigh. 3.55pm: Proceeded 45 revs. Course S10W.

4.27pm: Mange Beacon East 1 mile.

5.30pm: Courses as requisite. 5.40pm: Stopped and sent first gig to “Fly” with orders.

5.53pm: Gig returned and hoisted. 5.55pm: Proceeded 50 revs. 6.0pm: Set course N19E.

6.40pm: Kibondo Island Light N63E. 6.43pm: Turned to port and reduced to 26 revs. 6.50pm: Set course S22W. Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

8.30pm: Turned to Starboard.

8.50pm: “Fly” South 1 mile.

9.7pm: Set course N10E.

10.8pm: Turned Starboard. 10.19pm: Set course S10W.

11.0pm: Guns crews visited. All correct.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 25 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Ras Kisimani N8E, 2.2 miles]

[Number on sick list: 10]


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14 April 1915

At South Mafia Channel Patrol

Lat -8.1, Long 39.6

0.5am: Turned to port.

0.33am: “Fly” S10W 1 mile, set course N10E.

1.34am: Turned to Starboard. 1.40am: Set course S5W.

3.15am: Turned to Starboard. 3.40am: Set course N10E.

5.0am: Courses as requisite. 5.30am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

5.45am: Proceeded to anchorage at 45 revs.

6.11am: Stop. 6.16am: Anchored (Port) in 10.5 fathoms, second shackle on deck. Observed “Pickle” steering NNE and “Fly” SSW.

[Ras Kisimani N21E, 9.6 miles]

[Draught: 21’ 6” Forward, 25’ 0” Aft]

9.40am: General Quarters. Exercised Action, Fire Stations, and Extinguishing small fires. 10.15am: Disperse.

am: Forecastle men at Signals. Gunners party overhauling and shifting 3 Pounder Ammunition. Remainder as requisite.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: “Pickle” arrived. Sent carpenter to repair her engine room skylight.

5.10pm: Carpenter returned and “Pickle” proceeded to her station.

6.15pm: Anchor aweigh. 6.25pm: Proceeded 45 revs. Course S2E.

6.45pm: Altered course S2W. 6.48pm: Kibondo Light N69E.

7.48pm: Passed closed to “Fly” signalled and turned to Starboard.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

8.10pm: Set course N10E. “Fly” S10W, 5 cables.

8.25pm: Bush fire bearing N25W.

8.30pm: Observed light bearing N26E.

9.21pm: Turned to port. 9.30pm: Set course S10W.

10.55pm: Turned to Starboard. 11.25pm: Set course N15E.

[Distance run through the Water: 97 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Ras Kisimani N15E, 9.6 miles]

[Number on sick list: 11]

[Weather fine, lightning in evening, noon temperature 90F]


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15 April 1915

From South Mafia Patrol to Niororo Island and Zanzibar

Lat -6.9, Long 39.6

[Note at top of page: Clocks 2 hours 30 minutes fast of GMT. After 5pm Clocks 2 hours 35 minutes fast of GMT]

0.38am: Turned to port. 0.50am: S4W and reduced to 20 revs.

3.0am: “Fly” close to. Turned to Starboard. 3.30am: Set course N10E.

5.30am: Proceeded through the Mafia Channel at 70 revs. Courses as requisite.

5.35am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

5.40am: Mange Beacon E 8 cables.

6.10am: Ras Kisimani East 4 cables.

6.30am: Sefo Shoal NW 7 cables, set course N30E.

7.32am: Reduced speed. Courses as requisite. 7.42am: Anchored (Port) in 16 fathoms, third shackle on deck. Joined ship 20 Seedie Boys. Received Mails from “Reichenfels”.

[North end of Niororo [Island] N85E, 7 cables]

8.45am: Anchor aweigh. 8.53am: Proceeded 70 revs. Course N20W.

9.20am: Altered course N27E. 9.50am: Altered course N3E.

10.8am: North Fanjove West 11 miles.

am: Inspection of Marines in full marching order. Hands clean ship.

11.20am: Ras Kanzi West 7 miles, altered course N33W.

0.13pm: Observed Heliograph bearing S88W.

0.35pm: Makatumbe Light House West 7 miles.

1.0pm: Passed “Hyacinth” (Flag) steering SE by S.

1.30pm: Observed Cable SS bearing N43W.

2.25pm: Courses as requisite. 2.45pm: Chumbe Light House East 1.5 miles.

3.3pm: Mtwana buoy to Starboard.

3.30pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 11 fathoms, third shackle on deck.

[Hospital Flagstaff S75E, 2.5 cables]

3.50pm: Water boats alongside.

4.0pm: Discharged 20 Seedie Boys to the shore.

5.0pm: Put clocks on 5 minutes.

6.30pm: One SB [Sick Berth] Attendant rejoined ship from Hospital.

6.45pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Armed Sentries posted round ship.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

[Course and Distance made good: From 2 miles NE of Okuza Indirect 87 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Chumbe Light House N32W, 42 miles]

[Number on sick list: 10]


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16 April 1915

At Zanzibar

Lat -6.2, Long 39.2 [estimated]

[Hospital Flagstaff S75E, 2.5 cables]

2.0am: Armed Sentries posted round ship.

[Draught 21’ 3” Forward, 25’ 2” Aft]

6.0am: On day look outs. Sentries return arms.

6.25am: Water boats alongside.

7.15am: OOG [Officer of Guard] boarded RMS “Llandovery Castle” from Mombasa.

8.40am: Coal lighters alongside. 8.50am: Commenced coaling.

am: Sent one Indian Stoker to Hospital. Hands coal ship. Discharged to the “Llandovery Castle” Major Chiohisted [?] and one Private RMLI.

pm: Hands coaling ship. Gunnery and 2 Armourers ashore.

5.7pm: RMS “Llandovery Castle” sailed.

6.20pm: Leave to Seedie Boys till 8am.

8.30pm: Water boat empty and left ship. Last boat for the night.

9.30pm: Received stores for Pioneer.

11.55pm: Stopped coaling. Received 288 tons.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 52 miles]

[Number on sick list: 8]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 1906 tons, Oil 2623 gallons]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 90F]


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17 April 1915

At Zanzibar [though not stated at top of log page]

Lat -6.2, Long 39.2

[Hospital Flagstaff S75E, 2.5 cables]

Midnight: Armed Sentries posted round ship.

2.15am to 2.45am and at 3.15am: Observed flashing light bearing S42E.

5.30am: On day look out. Sentries return arms.

6.30am: Hands coal ship from lighters.

6.45am: Water boat alongside.

7.10am: Seedie Boys returned on board.

7.40am: Collier SS “Corbridge” anchored.

8.55am: Lighter with stores and 4 inch gun shields alongside. Carried away in taking in gun shields Main topgallant topmast and lower stays.

11.30am: Discharged to hospital 1 Native Stoker.

11.35am: Finished coaling. Total received 361 tons.

pm: Received 754 gallons Engine Oils. Watch taking in Stewards Stores.

2.20pm: Cable SS “Sherard Osborn” anchored.

4.50pm: Finished loading stores.

pm: Receiving fresh water.

9.10pm: Discharged to the shore 5 Seedie Boys.

11.35pm: Cast off Water Boat. Water received 182 tons. Clocks put back 5 minutes.

11.45pm: Anchor aweigh. 11.48pm: Proceeded at 50 revs.

[Number on sick list: 6]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 2159 tons, Oil 2617 gallons]


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18 April 1915

From Zanzibar to Niororo Island

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7 [estimated]

0.10am: Manned and Armed ship.

0.15am: Mtwana Buoy to port close to. Increased to 70 revs.

0.33am: Chumbe Light East 2.25 miles, set course S10W.

1.15am: Observed a SS steering NW. Reported that 4 Seedie Boys have broken out of ship.

5.35am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

5.50am: North Fanjove Island West 14 miles.

7.0am: Courses as requisite. 7.10am: Stopped. 7.20am: Anchored (Port) in 14 fathoms, third shackles on deck, 3 cables South of “Weymouth”. “Duplex”, “Reichenfels” and “Cento” at anchor.

[North end of Niororo S56E, 7 cables]

[Draught 21’ 9” Forward, 26’ 10” Aft]

9.55am: “Cento” went alongside “Reichenfels”.

am: Hands clean ship after coaling. Party stowing Stores.

11.5am: [HM Whaler] “Childers” went alongside “Weymouth”.

pm: Hands at rest.

2.20pm: “Cento” cast off from “Reichenfels” and anchored.

3.45pm: Bathing party (Officers) left.

4.30pm: “Childers” sailed.

5.0pm: Bathing party on board.

5.30pm: “Weymouth” sailed.

5.34pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 5.44pm: Proceeded at 45 revs.

5.59pm: Slow. 6.10pm: Anchored (Port) in 21 fathoms, third shackle on deck.

[North end of Niororo Island SE, 3.75 miles]

6.25pm: Evening Quarters. Engines Stand by.

6.35pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

10.0pm: Veered to fourth shackle on deck.

11.30pm: Observed 2 blue flares bearing SW by W, interval of 1 minute between each.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 100 miles]

[Number on sick list: 6]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 2197 tons, Oil 3363 gallons]

[Showers and rain in am and in evening]


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19 April 1915

At anchor Niororo Island

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7 [estimated]

[North end of Niororo Island SE 3.75 miles]

2.0am: Guns crews visited.

5.30am: On day look outs. Fall out Guns Crews.

5.45am: Anchor aweigh. 5.49am: Proceeded at 45 revs.

6.15am: Anchored (Port) in 14.25 fathoms, third shackle on deck.

[North end of Niororo Island S77E, 4.5 cables]

6.57am: Weymouth anchored.

9.25am: “Echo” arrived and went alongside “Weymouth”.

am: 20 Hands shifting 4 inch gun shields. 8 Hands repairing wireless. Parties sponging guns, overhauling boat gear and staging mainmast.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

3.45pm: Bathing party left.

4.41pm: “Echo” returned to her station.

4.55pm: Bathing party on board.

5.20pm: “Weymouth” sailed.

5.34pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 5.42pm: Proceeded at 45 revs.

6.2pm: Stopped. 6.6pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 11.5 fathoms, third shackle on deck.

[North end of Niororo Island SE 3.75 miles]

6.15pm: Evening Quarters. 6.30pm: Darkened ship. Engines “Stand by”. Steam for Full Speed.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

10.30pm: Finished with engines.

[Distance run through the water: 7]

[Number on sick list: 7]

[Showers or rain for much of day, noon temperature 78F]


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20 April 1915

At Niororo Island

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7

[North end of Niororo Island SE 3.75 miles]

5.25am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

5.40am: Anchor aweigh. 5.44am: Proceeded at 45 revs. “Weymouth” passed for Tirene Bay.

6.5am: Stopped. 6.10am: Anchored in 12.75 fathoms, third shackle on deck.

[North end of Niororo Island S79E, 4.5 cables]

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

am: Starboard watch shifting gun shields. Bosun’s party staying mainmast. Remainder as requisite.

3.50pm: Bathing party left.

4.5pm: Sent fifth Cutter to “Reichenfels” with Canteen Stores.

5.0pm: Bathing party returned.

5.25pm: Cutter returned and hoisted.

5.37pm: Anchor aweigh. 5.46pm: Proceeded at 45 revs.

6.10pm: Stopped. 6.17pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 15 fathoms, third [shackle] on deck.

[North end of Niororo Island SE 3.75 miles]

6.35pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

10.0pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to port. 10.10pm: Proceeded 45 revs. Course N18E. Streamed log.

11.10pm: Altered course N6E. Log 10.

[Distance run through the Water: 8]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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21 April 1915

From Niororo Island to Zanzibar

Lat -6.2, Long 39.2 [estimated]

4.0am: Observed glare of Chumbe Light bearing N31W.

5.30am: Observed HMS “Hyacinth” astern. Land obscured by rain. Sounding every 10 minutes.

6.12am: Observed Chumbe Light House bearing N40E. Courses as requisite.

6.25am: Chumbe East 2.5 miles.

6.48am: Mtwana Buoy to Starboard (close to).

7.9am: Arrived Zanzibar. 7.48am: Anchored (Port) in 12 fathoms third shackle on deck.

[Hospital Flag Staff S53E, 4.5 cables]

[Lost by accident Sinker, Sheath and Sounding Wire]

[Draught: 21’ 3” Forward, 26’ 9” Aft]

8.10am: Coal lighters and Water boats alongside.

8.30am: “Hyacinth” (Flag) anchored.

9.0am: Meat boat alongside.

9.45am: Started coaling.

10.0am: Seedie Boy (Second Tindal) Absentee reported. Receiving Stores in transit from Hyacinth.

11.45am: Deserter (Seedie Boy) brought on board.

3.40pm: Reverend H Palmer Chaplin of “Hyacinth” joined ship for passage.

5.10pm: Two Ratings joined for “Reichenfels”.

5.35pm: Finished coaling. Received 210 tons.

10.0pm: Two Seedie Boys (Absentees) reported on board.

10.15pm: Finished watering. Received 360 tons.

10.20pm: Darkened ship.

10.57pm: Anchor aweigh. 11.1pm: Proceeded 60 revs. Courses as requisite.

11.10pm: Manned and Armed ship.

11.23pm: Mtwana Buoy to port.

11.44pm: Chumbe East 2.5 miles. Set course S10E.

[Distance run through the Water: 104 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 2021 tons, Oil 3330 gallons]

[Rain for most of the day, noon temperature 79F]


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22 April 1915

From Zanzibar to Niororo Island

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7 [estimated]

5.35am: On day look outs. Fall out gun crews. Sounding every ten minutes.

5.55am: Fanjove Island N76W, altered course S6W.

6.5am: 30 revs. Observed “Weymouth” bearing S by W.

6.17am: Altered course S56E. Very heavy rain. Engines slow. Handed log.

7.0am: Niororo Island S5E. Proceeded 60 revs, Course S6W.

7.40am: Courses and speed as requisite. 8.0am: Stopped. 8.3am: Anchored (Port) in 14 fathoms, third shackle awash.

[North end of Niororo S81E, 7 cables]

[Draught: 21’ 9” Forward, 27’ 5” Aft]

8.45am: “Weymouth” alongside. Starboard Watch discharge meat to and take in stores from “Weymouth”. Port watch clean Mess decks. Transferred 1 Seedie Boy to “Weymouth” and two ratings to “Reichenfels”.

10.20am: “Pickle” alongside “Weymouth”.

11.25am: “Pickle” went alongside “Reichenfels”.

11.30am: “Weymouth” cast off and anchored. Discharged stores to “Reichenfels”.

2.30pm: “Pickle” sailed for Tirene Bay.

2.35pm: Anchor aweigh. 2.49pm: Proceeded 50 revs. Course S23W.

4.12pm: Sefo Shoal West 7 cables. Courses as requisite.

4.50pm: Ras Kisimani East 4 cables.

5.30pm: Mange Beacon abeam 1.5 miles.

5.50pm: Course as requisite. 5.54pm: Stop. 5.56pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 11 fathoms, third shackle on deck.

[Ras Kisimani N24E, 10 miles]

6.0pm: Evening Quarters. 6.45pm: Darkened Ship.

8.10pm: Manned and Armed ship. Posted sentries on Forecastle, Poop and Maxims. Guns crews under cover.

11.0pm: Sentries visited.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 100 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 2159 tons, Oil 3314 gallons]

[Heavy rain in am, showers at times in pm]


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23 April 1915

At South Mafia Channel

Lat -7.4, Long 39.5 [very rough estimate]

0.27am: Observed bright white light bearing N42W. 1.46am: Light disappeared.

2.0am: Sentries visited.

5.30am: On day look outs. Return ammunition.

8.0am: Observed “Pickle” closing from Ras Kisimani.

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers. Officers at Dumeresque [Dumaresq]. Gun Layers at Dotter. Bosun’s party staying main mast. Remainder as requisite.

9.35am: “Pickle” anchored.

10.25am: Sent “Pickle” to chase a dhow bearing SE by E.

1.17pm: “Pickle” anchored and reported dhows papers correct.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

5.30pm: “Pickle” sailed for Ndaki Mouth.

6.4pm: Anchor aweigh. 6.16pm: Proceeded 45 revs. Course South.

6.8pm: Evening Quarters.

6.29pm: Stop. 6.33pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 16.5 fathoms, third shackle on deck.

[Ras Kisimani N20E, 11.7 miles (Approximately)]

6.45pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship. Sentries posted on Poop, Forecastle and Maxim guns.

10.25pm: Observed a light bearing N75W. 10.30pm: Action. Hove up.

10.44pm: Weighed anchor. Turned to Starboard. 10.55pm: Proceeded 70 revs. Course N75W.

11.13pm: Observed “Pickle” bearing NW. Reduced to 40 revs.

11.26pm: Turned to Starboard. Light having disappeared. Disperse. Watch Man and Arm ship,

11.38pm: Proceeded 55 revs. Course S74E.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 31 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Ras Kisimani N18E, 10 miles]

[Number on sick list: 8]

[Rain or showers until mid-afternoon, noon temperature 81F]


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24 April 1915

Lat -8.1, Long 39.5 [very rough estimate]

0.1am: Slow. 0.3am: Stop. 0.10am: Anchored (Starboard) in 15.5 fathoms, third shackle on deck.

[Ras Kisimani N29E, 12 miles]

5.30am: On day look outs. Return Ammunition.

11.44am: “Pickle” arrived and anchored.

pm: Hands wash clothes.

0.25pm: Observed “Hyacinth” (Flag) in Mafia Channel.

2.11pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to port. 2.16pm: Proceeded 60 revs, Course N73E.

2.55pm: Stop. 2.56pm: Anchored (Port) in 6 fathoms, second shackle on deck. Two cables West of “Hyacinth”. Captain went on board Flag.

[North end of Kibondo N73E, 5.8 miles]

3.40pm: Captain returned.

3.45pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. Courses as requisite. 3.50pm: Proceeded 45 revs.

4.13pm: Rounded Tutia Reef distant 2 miles. 4.20pm: Set course S81E.

4.40pm: Set patent log. North end of Kibondo N28E, 7 miles.

6.35pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Increased to 50 revs. Manned and armed ship.

10.0pm: Guns crews visited. Exercised Sea Boats crew.

[Distance run through the Water: 15 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Ras Kisimani N23E, 12 miles]

[Number on sick list: 6]


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25 April 1915

From Kibondo Anchorage to Aldabra Island

Lat -8.7, Long 43.2

5.30am: On day look outs. Fall outs [sic] guns crews.

6.10am: Altered course S72E.

am: Rigged Crows Nest on Fore topmast.

10.0am: Divisions. 10.30am: Performed Divine Service.

1.0pm: Tested Port Maxim gun by firing.

pm: Hands at rest.

4.30pm: Evening Quarters. Port Battery and Supply party told off as Boarding party.

6.30pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Altered course S73E, 45 revs. Manned and Armed ship.

10.0pm: Guns crews visited.

11.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 222 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: West Point Aldabra Island S77E, 184 miles]

[Number on sick list: 6]


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26 April 1915

From Kibondo Anchorage to Aldabra Island and back to Rendezvous

Lat -9.4, Long 46.1

5.15am: On day look out. Return ammunition.

5.43am: Observed West end of Aldabra Island bearing S64E, altered course S65E.

6.0am: Handed log.

6.52am: Stopped. Settlement Flagstaff S65E, 7 cables. Sent Lieutenant Siggers [Seggers elsewhere in log] and armed boats crew ashore for information.

7.3am: Turned to Starboard. 7.10am: Proceeded to steam round the island at 70 revs.

7.35am: Main Pass South 1.5 miles.

8.25am: West Pass South 1.5 miles.

9.0am: Hodoul Point West 1.5 miles.

9.30am: Wreck of SS “Glen Lyon” [Glenlyon”, which was wrecked the previous year] North 1.5 miles (Ship appears to be intact, masts and funnel still standing).

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers. 9.30am: General Quarters. Exercised Fire Stations and Abandon Ship.

10.47am: Stopped. Settlement Flagstaff N63E 1.25 miles.

11.2am: Gig returned and hoisted. 11.19am: Proceeded 50 revs, Course S87W. Set patent log.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.45pm: Evening Quarters. Mustered Boarding Party.

6.0pm: Reduced to 45 revs.

7.0pm: Sky overcast. No observations.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

10.0pm: Guns crews visited. Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 242 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: West Point Aldabra Island N78E, 8 miles]

[Rain or showers all day, noon temperature 84F, sea temperature 82F]


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27 April 1915

Cruising

Lat -9.8, Long 42.2

5.25am: On day look outs. Return ammunition.

7.30am: Altered course S65E, 20 revs. Handed log.

9.30am: General Quarters. Exercised Action.

9.40am: Altered course N63E, 45 revs. 10.12am: Disperse.

10.40am: Altered course N6E.

am: Junior Officers and Fore topmen at Squad drill. Bosun’s party setting up Main stays. Remainder clean paintwork.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

5.0pm: Evening Quarters.

6.45pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Altered course N17W. Manned and Armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 242 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: 100 miles East of Moresby Point N16W, 135 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]


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28 April 1915

Cruising

Lat -7.7, Long 40.1

5.20am: On day look outs. Return ammunition.

am: Aired bedding. Junior Officers and Main Topmen to Rifle drill. Gigs crews reeve new falls. Party cleaning arms and returning .303 ammunition to magazine. Party shifting stores.

11.20am: Moresby Point N76W.

1.13pm: Moresby Point Light House abeam S42W, 4.25 miles.

2.35pm: Niororo Island abeam S42W, 11 miles.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

5.15pm: Courses as requisite. 5.18pm: Stop. 5.21pm: Anchored (Port) in 15.5 fathoms, fourth shackle on deck.

[South end of Fanjove Island NW 2 miles]

5.45pm: Evening Quarters.

6.30pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 227 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Moresby Point Light House N72.5W, 9 miles]

[Number on sick list: 8]


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29 April 1915

At North Mafia Channel

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7 [estimated]

[8.0am Position: South end of Koma Island N27W (Magnetic) 6 miles]

[South end of North Fanjove Island NW, 2 miles]

5.17am: Anchor aweigh. Turned to port. 5.30am: Proceeded 70 revs. Course S75E.

5.40am: On day look outs. Return ammunition.

7.5am: Dira Shoal N, 1.5 miles.

7.56am: Stopped and signalled “Echo”. 8.0am: Proceeded towards “Childers” at 70 revs.

8.32am: Stopped and turned to Starboard. South end of Koma N32W, 1.5 miles. Signalled “Childers”.

8.47am: Proceeded 70 revs, Course S40E.

9.55am: Stop. 9.58am: Anchored (Starboard) in 16 fathoms, third Shackle on deck. Hands prepare for coaling. Marines at rifle drill.

[North end of Niororo Island East, 9 cables]

[Draught 19’ 9” Forward, 28’ 0” Aft]

Noon: Collier “Cento” alongside.

pm: Sent stores to “Hyacinth”, “Weymouth” and “Reichenfels”.

1.0pm: Commenced coaling.

4.0pm: Stopped coaling. Received 71 tons.

4.13pm: Cento cast off.

4.22pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 4.35pm: Proceeded 70 revs. Course N7W.

6.5pm: As requisite. Reduced to 25 revs. 6.20pm: Stop. 6.22pm: Anchored (Port) in 16 fathoms, 4 shackles on deck.

[North end of North Fanjove Island NW, 2 miles]

5.50pm: Evening Quarters.

8.0pm: Manned and Armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 89 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 1588 tons, Oil 3172 gallons]

[Rain and showers in middle of day, lightning early and late in day, noon temperature 86F]


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30 April 1915

At North Mafia Channel

Lat -7.6, Long 39.7 [estimated]

2.0am: Gun crews visited. Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

5.10am: Weighed anchor. Turned to port. 5.20am: Proceeded 70 revs, Course East. 5.46am: Altered course S45E.

7.2am: Slow. 7.4am: Stop. 7.8am: Anchored (Port) in 16 fathoms, third Shackle on deck.

[North end of Niororo Island S84E, 7 cables]

7.30am: Commenced taking in Paymasters stores from “Laconia’s” boats.

7.40am: Collier “Cento” alongside.

8.5am: Commenced coaling.

7.50am: “Echo” arrived.

8.50am: Discharged one interpreter to “Laconia”.

9.50am: Joined ship on passage, Lieutenant Commander Bowles RN.

10.28am: “Laconia” sailed.

0.45pm: “Fly” went alongside “Cento”.

2.0pm: “Africa” anchored.

2.30pm: “Echo” sailed.

3.15pm: Fly sailed.

4.10pm: Stopped coaling. Total received 292 tons.

4.23pm: “Cento” sailed.

4.28pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 4.40pm: Course N6W, 70 revs.

6.10pm: Stop. 6.16pm: Anchored (Port) in 12 fathoms, fourth shackle on deck.

[North end of North Fanjove N88W, 1.8 miles]

6.45pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Manned and Armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 44 miles]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 1599 tons, Oil 3157 gallons]


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LOGS FOR MAY 1915


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[Left hand side of cover of log for May 1915; “I certify that this is a complete copy of the original Log” (“a complete copy of” crossed through)]

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[Right hand side of cover of log, signed WS Colbourne, Acting Lieutenant RNR, Navigating Officer]

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[Details of Barometer and Thermometers:]

Barometer


Mercurial or Aneroid

Mercurial

Name of Maker and number

Adie No 58

Height of cistern above sea

40 [feet]

Thermometers for Air Temperature

Position in Ship

Fore Bridge

Whether in screen

Yes

Maker and No

Date From

Negretti and Zambra

Aug 8th 1914

858 (Dry), 860 (Wet)


Thermometer for Sea Temperature

Maker and No

Date From

Negretti and Zambra No 861

Aug 20th 1914


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1 May 1915

From North Fanjove Island to Durban

Lat -8.0, Long 39.6

[North end of North Fanjove Island N88W, 1.8 miles]

4.55am: On day look outs. Return ammunition.

5.17am: Anchor aweigh. Turned to port. 5.25am: Proceeded 70 revs. Course East.

7.14am: Stopped. 7.23am: Anchored (Port) 2 cables NNW of “Hyacinth” (Flag) in 14.5 fathoms, third shackle on deck.

[North end of Niororo Island S66E, 1.3 miles]

9.0am: Discharged 8 Seedie Boys to “Laconia”.

10.15am: Anchor aweigh. Engines slow. Course S10W. 10.19am: Proceeded 70 revs.

11.24am: Sefo Shoal West 8 cables. Courses as requisite. 55 revs.

Noon: Ras Kisimani East 6 cables.

0.34pm: Mange Beacon East, 9 cables.

1.11pm: Stop. 1.14pm: Anchored (Port) 2 cables NW of [HMS] “Cornwall” in 10 fathoms, second Shackle on deck. Joined ship 1 Ordinary Seaman and 2 Boys prisoners for passage to Simons Town.

[North end of Kibondo N62E, 4.4 miles]

2.19pm: Anchor aweigh. Proceeded Slow.

2.23pm: 70 revs. Course as requisite.

3.21pm: Okuza Island West, 4 miles. Set course S1E.

5.0pm: Evening Quarters.

5.10pm: Fanjove Island Light House N43W, 10.5 miles. Set patent log.

6.45pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

7.30pm to 7.45pm: Burnt both search lights.

8.0pm: Manned and Armed ship.

9.0pm to 9.15pm: Burnt one search light.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

11.0pm: Guns crews visited. Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Distance run through the Water: 74.5 miles]

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 43 miles, From Position off Fanjove Island]

[True Bearing and Distance: Ras Kisimani N84E, 6 cables]


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2 May 1915

From North Fanjove Point to Durban

Lat -12.6, Long 40.9

5.35am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

10.0am: Divisions. 10.15am: Performed Divine Service.

0.5pm: Altered course S45W to intercept dhow.

0.42pm: Stopped. Handed log. Fired a blank. Dhow hove to. Sent Boarding Officer in first gig to examine her.

0.53pm: Gig returned and hoisted. Dhow “Lurio” Portuguese, Ibo to Port Amelia, General Cargo, [Lat] 12 44 S, [Long] 40 42 E.

0.55pm: Turned to port. 0.58pm: Proceeded 70 revs, Course S6W.

1.55pm: Maunhane Light House S80W, 7 miles.

5.40pm: Evening Quarters.

6.20pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

9.30pm: Darkened ship.

9.57pm: Observed St Georges Light bearing S65W.

10.13pm: Engines Full Speed.

10.36pm: St Georges Light West (True) 15.75 miles. Guns crews visited.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 310 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Maunhane Point S41.5W, 28 miles]

[South and south easterly winds force 4 for much of day, weather fine, noon temperature 82F, sea temperature 81F]


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3 May 1915

From North Fanjove Island to Durban

Lat -18.1, Long 39.4

5.30am: On day look outs. Return Ammunition.

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers. 9.30am: General Quarters. Exercised Action and Fire Stations.

am: Junior Officers and Forecastle men at Maxim. Gunners party clean guns. Remainder as requisite.

11.30am: Mustered by Open List and paid monthly allowance to Ship’s Company.

0.45pm: Observed smoke bearing N23W.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

5.0pm: Evening Quarters. Out collision mat.

5.30pm: Observed smoke bearing S14E.

6.45pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship. Altered course S43W.

10.0pm: Darkened ship. Exercised Sea Boats Crew. Gun’s crews visited.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 363 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: 10 miles East of Burra Light House S31W, 397 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]


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4 May 1915

North Fanjove Island to Durban

Lat -23.5, Long 36.2

[Note at top of page: Clocks 2 hours 30 minutes fast of GMT]

2.0am: Guns crews and prisoners visited.

5.50am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

am: Junior Officers and Fore topmen at squad drill. Remainder as requisite.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.55pm: Passed Portuguese SS, altered course S46W.

5.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Out collision mat.

5.5pm: Zavora Point Light House N40W.

6.45pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Altered course S50W. Manned and armed ship.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

11.0pm: Guns crews and prisoners visited.

[Course and Distance made good: S29.5W, 369 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: 10 miles East of Cape St Lucia S32.5W, 359 miles]

[Number on sick list: 9]


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5 May 1915

From North Fanjove Island to Durban

Lat -28.1, Long 32.7

[Note at top of page: After 10am Clocks Cape Standard Time]

1.0am: Guns crews and prisoners visited.

3.30am: Ship plunging heavily.

6.15am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

am: Junior Officers and Main topmen at ammunition lecture. Remainder as requisite.

10.0pm: Put clocks back 30 minutes.

3.43pm: Cape St Lucia Light House abeam N50W, 5.5 miles.

6.45pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

7.0pm: SS “Chakdina” passed North.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

[Course and Distance made good: S24W, 336 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Cape St Lucia Light House S31W, 29 miles]

[Number on sick list: 10]

[South westerly wind force 5 or 6 in am, with rain in late morning and sea state rough. Fine weather in pm, wind force 4. Noon temperature 67F, sea temperature 72F]


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6 May 1915

From North Fanjove Island to Durban

Lat -29.9, Long 31.0 [estimated]

3.10am: Observed Bluff Light bearing N82W, altered course N82W. Increased to 35 revs.

5.45am: On day look outs. Return ammunition.

6.17am: Stopped. Cape Natal S76W, 2.3 miles. Pilot Girling on board.

6.22am: Proceeded into harbour, Tug “H Escombe” in attendance.

6.41am: Entered piers. 7.0am: Arrived at No 6 Moorings and moored ship. All signal books placed in safe.

[Draught: 18’ 0” Forward, 27’ 10” Aft]

9.0am: Commenced coaling from lighters with Native labour. Gave 24 hours leave to Starboard watch.

11.0am: Floating crane alongside to shift 4 inch gun shields.

4.15pm: Stopped coaling.

5.0pm: RMS “Balmoral Castle” arrived.

5.26pm: Slipped moorings and transported ship to Bluff Quay. Tugs “R King” and “H Escombe”, Pilot Girling directing.

6.12pm: Alongside Bluff Quay and moored ship.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

8.5pm: Started coaling from Coaling Appliance and from lighters.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 138 miles]

[Number on sick list: 10]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 1120 tons, Oil 2985 gallons]


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7 May 1915

At Durban

Lat -29.9, Long 31.0

[Moored to Bluff Quay]

1.0am: Coaling continues.

2.0am: Sentries and prisoners visited.

6.0am: Coaling continues.

9.0am: Gave 24 hours leave to port watch. Remainder employed as requisite.

1.0pm: Liberty men ashore.

4.0pm: Coaling continues.

7.0pm: Sent Patrol ashore.

8.0pm: Coaling continues. Posted armed sentries round ship.

10.0pm: Sentries and prisoners visited.

11.30pm: Stopped coaling from overside. Patrol and Liberty men returned.

[Number on sick list: 10]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 2080 tons, Oil 2970 gallons]


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8 May 1915

At Durban

Lat -29.9, Long 31.0

[Moored alongside Bluff Quay]

3.0am: Finished coaling. Received 2940 tons 20 [cwt?] of Welsh Coal.

6.40am: Cast off moorings and transported ship to the Point Quay. Tugs “H Escombe” and “R King”. Pilot Girling directing.

7.15am: Alongside wharf “C” Shed and moored ship.

[Moored to Quay “C” Shed]

[Draught: 26’ 9” Forward, 27’ 10” Aft]

am: Hands clean paintwork and scrub decks.

1.0pm: Liberty men ashore.

5.15pm: SS “Gordon Castle” arrived.

7.0pm: Sent Patrol ashore.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

10.30pm: Liberty men on board.

[Number on sick list: 10]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 4007 tons, Oil 2964 gallons]


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9 May 1915

At Durban

Lat -29.9, Long 31.0

[Moored alongside Quay C Shed]

9.30am: Roman Catholics landed.

10.0am: Division. 10.15am: Performed Divine Service.

1.0pm: Liberty men ashore.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted round ship.

10.30pm: Liberty men returned.

11.0pm: Sentries and prisoners visited.

[Number on sick list: 10]


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10 May 1915

At Durban

Lat -29.9, Long 31.0

5.0am: Hands clean ship for painting.

7.30am: Special Leave men on board.

9.0am: RMS “Briton” [probably - name has been corrected] arrived.

am and pm: Hands clean and paint ship.

4.0pm: Sent Liberty men ashore.

7.0pm: Sent Patrol ashore.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

10.30pm: Liberty men returned.

[Number on sick list: 9]


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11 May 1915

At Durban

Lat -29.9, Long 31.0

[Moored to Quay “C” Shed]

2.0am: Sentries and prisoners visited.

6.0am: Sentries Fall out.

am and pm: Hands painting ship.

4.15pm: Liberty men ashore.

7.0pm: Picket landed.

10.30pm: Liberty men on board.

10.40pm: Picket returned.

[Number on sick list: 9]


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12 May 1915

At Durban

Lat -29.9, Long 31.0

[Moored to Quay “C” Shed]

6.0am: Sentries Fall out.

am: Hands paint ship.

pm: Hands painting ship.

4.20pm: Liberty men ashore.

7.0pm: Sent Picket ashore.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

10.30pm: Liberty men and Picket on board.

[Number on sick list: 11]


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13 May 1915

At Durban

Lat -29.9, Long 31.0

[Moored to Quay C Shed]

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers. Ran back No 4 Starboard gun for inspection.

am: Hands painting ship.

1.0pm: Gave leave to POs [Petty Officers] till 5pm.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

5.0pm: Landed a party with rifles but no ammunition to assist police. Lieutenant Seggers, 4 Midshipmen, Gunner Master at Arms, 4 POs, 40 seamen, 2 NCOs and 12 Privates.

10.0pm: Sentries and prisoners visited.

[Number on sick list: 13]


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14 May 1915

At Durban

Lat -29.9, Long 31.0

[Moored to Quay “C” Shed]

2.0am: Landing party returned on board.

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

am and pm: Watch painting boats and cleaning paintwork.

3.0pm: Secure.

4.45pm: Landed Marines with arms to assist Civil Police, Lieutenant Seggers, 2 Midshipmen, 4 NCOs and 28 Privates and 1 Bugler.

8.20pm: Watch commenced taking in Cold Storage.

10.0pm: Sentries and prisoners visited.

[Number on Sick List: 16]

[A rather squally day with rain at times, barometric pressure relatively high (30.72 over 67 at noon), noon temperature 62F]


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15 May 1915

From Durban to Simons Bay or at Durban

Lat -30.6, Long 30.8

[Moored to Quay C Shed]

1.45am: Marines returned on board.

3.30am: Watch finished taking in Cold Storage.

7.45am: Pilot Girling on board. Tug “Richard King”.

8.6am: Cast off from quay and turned ship round.

8.25am: Cast off tug and proceeded out of harbour.

8.36am: Passed end of Breakwater. 8.46am: Stopped and discharged pilot. Bluff Light House S55W, 1 mile. 8.49am: Proceeded at 70 revs. 9.0am: Bluff Light House N27W, 1 mile, Set course S38W.

10.37am: Green Point Light House N60W, 9 miles.

1.14pm: Port Shepstone Light House abeam N41W, 10.5 miles.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

5.50pm: Cape Hermes Light abeam N22W, 15 miles.

6.30pm: Out all unnecessary lights. 6.50pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

9.0pm: Sentries and prisoners visited.

11.56pm: Hood Point Light abeam N22W, 17 miles, altered course S82W.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 46 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Port Shepstone Light House S60W, 21 miles]

[Number on sick list: 14]

[Showers in middle of day, north easterly then northerly wind force 5 from 8pm]


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16 May 1915

From Durban to Simons Bay

Lat -34.4, Long 24.4

1.0am: Sentries and prisoners visited.

2.0am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

2.29am: Great Fish Point Light abeam N8W, 18 miles, altered course N85W.

5.23am: Bird Island Light abeam N5E, 18.5 miles, altered course N73W.

6.25am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

7.40am: Cape Receife [Recife] Light House abeam N16E, 11.75 miles.

9.30am: Spoke SS “Walton Hall” of Liverpool bound East.

10.0am: Divisions. 10.20am: Performed Divine Service.

10.37am: Cape St Francis Light House abeam N16E, altered course N70W.

Noon: Passed SS “Castor” [possibly this ship] bound East.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

6.25pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 406 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: 10 miles South of Cape Agulhas S80.5W, 222 miles]

[Number on Sick List: 16]


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17 May 1915

From Durban to Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4 [estimated]

2.22am: Cape Agulhas Light abeam N17E, altered course N45W.

5.17am: Point Danger abeam NE, 17.25 miles, altered course N8W.

6.0am: Point Danger Light abeam N83E, 14 miles.

6.45am: On day lookouts. Fall out Guns Crews.

7.42am: Cape Hangklip abeam N83E, 4.5 miles.

8.0am: Reduced to 55 revs. 8.30am: Altered course North.

9.5am: Courses as requisite.

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

9.30am: Roman Rock North 5 cables.

9.40am: Stopped. Commander Bowle Evans on board.

9.47am: Proceeded into Basin and turned ship round.

10.28am: Alongside East Breakwater Shed “A” and moored ship.

[Draught 24’ 10” Forward, 26’ 6” Aft]

pm: Hands employed discharging gun shields, empty ammunition cases and condemned stores.

2.30pm: Discharged to hospital Lieutenant Commander Bowles, Reverend Palmer, 1 Carpenter, 1 Chief Stoker, 2 Seamen, 2 Marines, 1 Fireman (Native).

3.15pm: HMS “Challenger” entered harbour.

4.15pm: Special leave to Port Watch till 8pm.

4.30pm: Discharged 3 Prisoners to Detention Barracks. Landed Patrol.

8.0pm: Liberty men returned.

10.0pm: Moorings attended to. Rounds correct.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 317 miles]

[Noon position: Simons Town Basin]

[Number on sick list: 8]


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18 May 1915

At Simon's Town,

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Moored to East Breakwater Shed A]

2.0am: Moorings attended to.

9.0am: Parties to Dockyard with Gunner and Engineers Storekeeper.

am: Hands taking in Stores and as requisite.

1.0pm: Special leave to Starboard Watch till 8pm. Read Warrant No 8. Dockyard parties drawing stores. Forecastlemen scrubbing No 1 Flat. Remainder clean paintwork.

4.10pm: Patrol Lieutenant Boothroyd, 2 POs, 6 Seamen landed.

5.0pm: Lieutenant Wells RNR joined ship for passage.

9.0pm: Patrol returned with 2 Prisoners.

11.0pm: Moorings attended to.

[Rain all day, northerly and westerly wind force 3 to 5 all day, noon temperature 61F]


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19 May 1915

From Simon's Town to Saldahna Bay [Saldanha Bay]

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Moored to East Breakwater Shed “A”]

am: Parties drawing Gunners and Engineers Stores. Forecastle men oiling 6.5 inch wire. Fore topmen stowing 4 inch wire. Remainder taking in stores for whalers.

[Joined ship for passage Commander Barry RN, Sub Lieutenant Hendon RNR, 3 CPOs, 29 ratings.

[Draught 24’ 9” Forward, 27’ 0” Aft]

1.50pm: Singled up moorings. 2.0pm: Cast off from quay.

2.16pm: Let go Starboard anchor under foot.

2.27pm: Anchor aweigh. 2.30pm: Passed out of Basin.

2.36pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 10.5 fathoms, second shackle awash.

[Breakwater Light S13W, 2.5 cables]

pm: Motor boat caught fire through explosion of petrol, fire extinguished by Dockyard and boat towed back to ship.

5.45pm: Evening Quarters.

6.2pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 6.5pm: Proceeded 45 revs. 6.20pm: Course S11E.

7.13pm: Cape Point Light West 4 miles, altered course S27W. Land and lights obscured by rain.

7.55pm: Altered course N60W.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

9.0pm: Altered course N1W, 35 revs. Darkened ship.

10.10pm: Cape Point Light bore East. Increased to 45 revs.

11.0pm: Guns crews visited.

[Number on sick list: 7]


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20 May 1915

From Simon’s Bay to Saldanha Bay

Lat -33.1, Long 18.0 [estimated]

0.52am: Observed glare of Cape Town bearing N72E.

2.9am: Robben Island Light N86E. Sentries visited.

5.38am: Dassen Island Light East 9 miles.

7.5am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews. Land obscured by mist.

7.30am: Observed the land about South Point bearing East.

8.0am: Jutten Island abeam S8E, 0.75 miles.

8.14am: Hospital Rock North 0.5 miles. 8.19am: Courses as requisite.

8.27am: Stop. 8.32am: Anchored (Starboard) in 6.75 fathoms, second shackle on deck.

[Houtjes Point S51W, 5 cables]

9.30am: Sent all ratings for whalers to their ships in third Cutter.

9.45am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

am: Hands up derricks and prepare to coal whalers. Marines at lecture.

11.50am: Whaler “Eclair” towed alongside by motor fishing boat.

Noon: Commenced coaling and watering “Eclair”.

1.10pm: “Etoile” towed alongside.

3.0pm: Finished “Eclair” and commenced coaling and watering “Etoile”.

3.37pm: “Splint” towed alongside. [all three whalers listed here]

5.30pm: Finished “Etoile”. “Eclair” and “Etoile” towed off to anchor. “Splint” moored alongside.

7.15pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

11.0pm: Sentries visited.

[Course and distance made good: Indirect 120 miles]

[Noon position: Houtjes Bay, Saldanha Bay]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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21 May 1915

From Saldanha Bay to Walfisch Bay

Lat -33.0, Long 17.8

[Houtjes Point S51E, 5 cables]

[Supplied to: SS Etoile 10 tons coal, 25 tons Water; SS Eclair 10 tons coal, 37 tons Water; SS Splint 5 tons coal, 25 tons Water]

6.40am: On day look out. Fall out sentries.

7.0am: Watch coal “Splint”.

8.30am: Finished coaling “Splint”.

am: Discharged to whalers: Commander Barry, Lieutenant Wells, Sub Lieutenant Hendon, 3 CPOs and 29 Ratings. Hands cleaning ship and as requisite.

10.0am: Finished watering “Splint”.

10.50am: “Eclair” came alongside. 10.55am: “Eclair” towed “Splint” to anchorage.

10.55am: Anchor aweigh. 11.12am: Proceeded 66 revs. Courses as requisite.

11.38am: Schooner Rock N36E, 8 cables, Set course N60W.

11.45am: Schooner Rock East, 2 miles, Set course N2W.

1.0pm: Cape St Martin S88E, 15 miles.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Fire Stations.

7.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 9 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Schooner Rock S76E, 3.5 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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22 May 1915

From Saldanha Bay to Walfisch Bay

Lat -27.8, Long 14.9

0.45am: Darkened ship.

7.0am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

10.30am: General Quarters. 10.45am: Secure.

pm: Made and mended clothes. Seedie Boys scraping ladders.

4.30pm: Spoke SS “British Prince” bound South.

5.0pm: Evening Quarters.

7.15pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Reduced to 63 revs. Manned and armed ship.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

[Course and Distance made good: N 25 56 W, 352 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Diaz Point Light House N12E, 68 miles]

[Number on sick list: 6]

[Winds mostly south easterly, force 4 to 5-6 from noon, weather fine, noon temperature 61F, sea temperature 58F]


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23 May 1915

From Saldanha Bay to Walfisch Bay and at Walfisch Bay [Walvis Bay, Namibia]

Lat -22.8, Long 14.5

1.45am: Set in fog.

2.17am: Reduced to 45 revs. Whistle sounded. Guns crews closed up.

7.20am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crew.

[Sounding about every 10 minutes from 8.15am to 10.38am, depths and nature of seabed recorded]

9.22am: Reduced to 27 revs. Handed log.

10.0am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

10.13am: Stopped. 10.25am: Slow ahead. 10.32am: Turned to North.

10.59am: Stop. 11.3am: Anchored (Starboard) in 16 fathoms, second shackle on deck.

11.40am: Observed Whaling Station bearing S20W.

11.51am: Weighed anchor. 11.55am: Proceeded 45 revs. Course S30W.

0.41pm: Stopped. 0.46pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 6 fathoms, second [shackle] on deck. Ships in harbour: HMS “Armadale Castle”, “Ebani”, “City of Athens”, “Clan Mcmillan” [Clan Macmillan], “Clan McFadyen” [Clan Macfadyen], “Clan McPhee” [Clan Macphee] [all Clan ships listed here] and “Tressillian” [Tresillian (2) listed here].

[Settlement Church S22W, 2.6 miles]

2.50pm: HMS “Armadale Castle” sailed.

5.0pm: Evening Quarters. Watch prepare ship for coaling.

8.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights. Posted armed sentries round ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 309 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Settlement Spire S4W, 8 miles]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 3160 tons, Oil 2748 gallons]

[Thick fog in am, noon air and sea temperature 56F]


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24 May 1915

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5 [estimated]

[Settlement Spire S22W, 2.6 miles]

6.45am: Sentries Fall out.

7.25am: Collier “Tresillian” alongside.

8.20am: Commenced coaling.

9.55am: SS “City of Athens” sailed.

am: No 4 Gun Port ran back for inspection.

pm: Coaling continues.

6.25pm: Stopped coaling. Received 194 tons.

6.37pm: Collier “Tresillian” cast off and anchored.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 6 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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25 May 1915

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

[Settlement Spire S22W, 2.6 miles]

7.23am: Collier “Tresillian” alongside.

8.0am: Commenced coaling.

8.15am: “Rufiji” arrived and anchored.

9.15am: OOG [Officer of Guard] boarded SS “Rufiji”.

am: No 3 Gun Starboard run back for inspection.

pm: Watch and Seedie Boys coal ship.

6.30pm: Stopped coaling. Received today 232 tons.

6.35pm: Collier cast of and anchored.

7.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm; Posted armed sentries round ship.

8.25pm: Clan “MacMillan” sailed.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

[Number on sick list: 6]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 3255 tons, Oil 2724 gallons]


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26 May 1915

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

[Settlement Spire S22W, 2.6 miles]

am: Sentries visited.

7.0am: Sentries fall out.

7.27am: Collier alongside.

8.0am: Watch and Seedie Boys coal ship.

am: Armourers party running back Forecastle guns for inspection.

pm: Watch and Seedie Boys coal ship. Armourers party stripping recoil cylinder of No 1 Gun Port.

6.30pm: Stopped coaling. Received today 232 tons.

6.40pm: Collier cast off and anchored.

7.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted round ship.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

[Number on sick list: 6]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 3451 tons, Oil 2718 gallons]

[Mist or fog all day, noon temperature 55F]


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27 May 1915

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

[Settlement Spire S22W, 2.6 miles]

7.0am: Sentries fall out.

7.10am: Collier fast alongside.

8.0am: Resumed coaling.

am and pm: Watch and Seedie Boys coal ship.

4.25pm: SS Clan “Macphee” sailed.

5.45pm: Finished coaling. Total received 880 tons.

6.0pm: Collier cast off and anchored. Hands washed decks.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted round ship.

[Number on sick list: 8]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 3663 tons, Oil 2712 gallons]

[Another misty day]


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28 May 1915

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.7, Long 14.5 [estimated]

[Settlement Spire S22W, 2.6 miles]

7.0am: Sentries fall out.

9.10am: Anchor aweigh. 9.12am: Proceeded 55 revs. Course N23E.

10.8am: Caution Reef Beacon S64E, 1.8 miles.

10.29am: Stopped. 10.32am: Anchored (Starboard) in 7 fathoms, second shackle on deck.

[Swakopmund Light House S74E, 9 cables]

am: Captain and Intelligence Officer went ashore to meet Military Authorities. Hands cleaning ship after coaling.

0.12pm: Captain and IO returned on board.

0.19pm: Anchor aweigh. 0.21pm: Proceeded 55 revs, Course West. 0.31pm: Altered course S23W.

0.53pm: Caution Reef Beacon S74E, 2 miles.

1.31pm: Stop. “Exercise Action”. 1.36pm: Dropped target. Bird Rock Beacon S61E, 3.1 miles and proceeded to steam round target at 10 knots.

1.50pm: Commenced Aiming rifle practice from No 1 Starboard [symbol], No 2 Starboard (.303), No 3 Starboard (.303).

2.24pm: Cease fire and proceed to anchorage.

2.37pm: Anchored (Port) in 5.25 fathoms, second shackle on deck.

[Settlement Church S22W, 2.3 miles]

3.30pm: SS “Erna Woermann” [possibly one of the ships listed here, though she should have changed her name at this date] arrived and boarded by OOG.

8.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights. Posted armed sentries round ship.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

[Course and Distance made good: N3E, 13 miles]

[Noon Position: Anchored Swakopmund Roads]

[Number on sick list: 7]

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 3843 tons, Oil 2705 gallons]

[Mist or fog all day]


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29 May 1915

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

[Settlement Spire S22W, 2.3 miles]

7.0am: On day look out. Sentries fall out.

9.0am: Discharged one ERA [Engine Room Artificer] to SS “Shonga” for passage to Cape Town.

am: Hands clean ship and scrub canvas gear.

0.55pm: SS “Shonga” sailed.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

5.0pm: Evening Quarters.

7.30pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

11.0pm: Sentries visited.

[Course and Distance made good: S4E, 14 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]


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30 May 1915

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

[Settlement Spire S22W, 2.3 miles]

7.0am: On day look outs. Sentries return arms.

10.0am: Divisions. 10.20am: Performed Divine Service.

am: Fog whistles of two steamers heard approaching the Bay.

0.45pm: SS “British Prince” entered Bay.

1.7pm: SS “Galway Castle” entered Bay. OOG left to board both ships.

2.11pm: OOG returned.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted round ship.

[Number on sick list: 7]

[Foggy for most of day]


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31 May 1915

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

[Settlement Spire S22W, 2.3 miles]

7.0am: On day look out. Sentries return arms.

9.35am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

am: Midshipmen to Signals. Gunners party mounting 3 pounders. Bosun’s party rigging main stays. Marines clean paintwork. Remainder as requisite.

pm: Motor boats crews to engine instruction. Remainder make and mend.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Abandon ship stations.

6.30pm: First gig brought target back to ship.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

[Number on sick list: 7]


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LOGS FOR JUNE 1915


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[Left hand side of cover of Copy of Log for June 1915]

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[Right hand side of cover, signed by Navigating Officer, as before]

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[Page with details of Barometer and Thermometers, as before]


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1 June 1915

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5 [rough estimate]

[Settlement Spire S22W, 2.3 miles]

7.0am: On day look outs. Sentries return arms.

9.15am: Anchor aweigh. Proceeded N23E.

9.35am: Stop and dropped target. Cable Hut Beacon S55E, 3.1 miles. Target capsized. Sent gig to right it.

10.8am: Gig alongside and hoisted. Proceeded to steam round target at 40 revs.

10.24am: Opened fire No 1 Starboard 4 [or 1, indistinct number] inch, Nos 2 and 3 Starboard .303 inch.

10.55am: Cease fire. 11.1am: “Eveline” alongside with telegrams.

11.11am: “Eveline” left. 11.13am: Continue the firing.

11.43am: Cease firing. 11.46am: Secure. Proceeded to target.

0.2pm: Stopped and picked up target. 0.16pm: Target on board. Proceeded to anchorage.

0.39pm: Anchored (Port) in 5 fathoms, second shackle on deck. OOG left to board SS “Clan Maclaren” [Clan Maclaren (1) listed here].

[Settlement Spire S24W, 2.2 miles]

1.30pm: Mustered by open List and paid monthly allowance to Ships Company.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

10.45pm: “Tresillian” sailed. Sentries visited.

[Distance run through the Water: 18]

[Number on sick list: 8]


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2 June 1915

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5 [estimated]

[Settlement Spire S25W, 2.2 miles]

2.0am: Sentries visited during watch.

7.0am: On day look outs. Sentries return arms.

am: Midshipmen running back No 2 Starboard gun for inspection. Armourers party examining recoil cylinders. Gunners party mounting 3 Pounder guns. Bosun’s party fitting ladder falls. Remainder clean paintwork and as requisite.

pm: Hands paint and clean ship.

3.0pm: Secure.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Sent mail to “Galway Castle”.

5.55pm: “Galway Castle” sailed.

7.20pm: “Erna Woermann” sailed.

7.30pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries.

8.20pm: Observed SS bearing N23E.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

[Distance run through the water: 4 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]


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3 June 1915

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

[Settlement Spire S25W, 2.2 miles]

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers. Read Warrant No 9.

am: Gunner party mounting 3 Pounder guns. Bosun’s party staging mainmast. Midshipmen to Signals. Second Gig’s crew painting their boat. Marines to ceremonial drill. Remainder clean and paint ship.

1.50pm: OOG left. 2.0pm: SS “Karatara” [presumably the ship mentioned here for 14 May] and Tug “Garth” arrived.

4.50pm: SS “Rufudji” [Rufiji] sailed.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

[Number on sick list: 9]


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4 June 1915

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5 [estimated]

[Settlement Spire S25W, 2.2 miles]

7.0am: On day look outs. Sentries return arms.

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

9.30am: Fog clearing.

9.45am: Anchor aweigh. 9.47am: Slow ahead. Course N20W.

10.7am: Stopped and dropped target. Cable Hut Beacon S49E, 3.1 miles. 10.8am: Proceeded to steam round target at 40 revs.

10.28am: Commenced firing No 1 (Starboard) 1 inch, Nos 2 and 3 (Starboard) .303.

[11.5am: Ceased fire at No 3.]

11.50am: Cease firing and picked up target.

0.11pm: Proceeded towards anchorage.

0.29pm: Anchored (Port) in 5.25 fathoms, second shackle on deck.

[Settlement Spire S20W, 2.4 miles]

pm: Made and mended clothes.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

[Distance run through the Water: 18 miles]

[Number on sick list: 8]


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5 June 1915

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

[Settlement Spire S20W, 2.4 miles]

7.0am: On day look outs. Sentries return arms.

am: Saturday Routine.

3.30pm: SS “Ebani” arrived. OOG left to board her.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

[Weather fine after early fog, noon temperature 63F]


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6 June 1915

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

[Settlement Spire S20W, 2.4 miles]

10.0am: Divisions. 10.15am: Performed Divine Service.

11.45am: Discharged to “Ebani” for passage to Simon’s Town Hospital Surgeon Marrett RN.

pm: Hands at rest.

5.15pm: SS “Clan MacFadyn” [Macfadyen] sailed.

6.30pm: SS “Monarch” arrived and boarded by OOG.

7.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted round ship.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

[Number on sick list: 7]


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7 June 1915

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

[Settlement Spire S20W, 2.4 miles]

8.30am: Gunlayers and Sightsetters to Dotter.

am: Sea Boats crew to Signals. Forecastlemen to Rifle and Maxim Drill. Gunners party mounting 3 Pounders. Remainder washing ships side and as requisite. Midshipmen to Signals.

0.40pm: SS “British Prince” sailed.

pm: Cutters crew drawing stores from SS “Monarch”. Gunners party mounting 3 Pounders. Bosun’s party replacing Starboard Capstan. Remainder washing ship’s side and as requisite.

2.40pm: SS approaching from North.

3.0pm: Hoisted cutter. 3.15pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. “Ebani” sailed.

3.25pm: SS from North found to be SS “City of Athens”.

3.29pm: Anchored (Port) in 5 fathoms, second shackle on deck.

[Settlement Spire S19W, 2.4 miles]

3.30pm: “Clan MacMillan” arrived.

4.15pm: “City of Athens” arrived. “Clan Maclaren” sailed. OOG boarded “Clan Macmillan” and “City of Athens”.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries round ship.

[Number on sick list: 5]


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8 June 1915

At Walfisch Bay

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5 [estimated]

[Settlement Spire S19W, 2.4 miles]

7.0am: On day look outs. Sentries return arms.

8.46am: Anchor aweigh. Proceeded to swing ship to obtain Compass Deviations.

10.15am: Finished swinging ship.

10.15am: Exercised General Quarters.

10.55am: Stopped and picked up target.

11.13am: Dropped target. Cable Beacon S47E, 3.7 miles. Proceeded to steam round target at 40 revs. Commenced target practice.

11.51am: Ceased firing and stopped engines.

0.55pm: Proceeded to steam round target at 40 revs.

1.12pm: Continue the firing No 1 (Port) 1 inch, No 2 (Port) .303 inch.

1.46pm: Cease firing and picker up target.

2.10pm: Proceeded to anchorage.

2.40pm: Anchored (Port) in 5.5 fathoms, second shackle on deck.

[Settlement Spire S21W, 2.4 miles]

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted round ship.

[Distance run through the Water: 22 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Pelican Beacon S84W, 1.9 miles]


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9 June 1915

Lat -22.9, Long 14.5

[Settlement Spire S21W, 2.4 miles]

9.20am: Gunlayers at Dotter. Divisions. Read Prayers.

9.30am: Fore topmen at Squad and Maxim Gun drill. Remainder Clean ship’s side and as requisite.

10.0am: OOG boarded SS “Ingeria” [?].

3.42pm: HMS “Armadale Castle” arrived. Captain and OOG went on board.

3.50pm: SS “City of Athens” sailed.

4.7pm: Anchor aweigh.

4.25pm: Joined ship, Commander Dannreuther RN (in command) and Sub-Lieutenant Turner RNR. Rejoined ship Midshipman Squire [Squires in some other parts of log] from “Duplex” and one Marine from hospital. Received one prisoner from “Armadale”.

4.34pm: All boats hoisted. Turned ship. 4.43pm: Proceeded at 68 rev. Course as requisite.

5.14pm: Set course SW. 5.16pm: Pelican Beacon SE 1.2 miles, Log 6.

6.0pm: Evening Quarters.

7.0pm: Altered course S23W. Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats crew.

[Distance run through the Water: 14 miles]


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10 June 1915

From Walfisch Bay to Simons Bay

Lat -27.2, Long 14.6

6.50am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

am: Junior Officers and Sea Boats crews at signal. Quarter Deck men at Squad and Maxim Gun Drill. Bosun’s party repairing coaling screens. Marines painting Barracks.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Fire Stations.

7.0pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship, altered course S2W.

8.20pm: Signalled SS “Colonial” [possibly this ship] sailing North [Lat] 28 55 S, [Long] 15 30 E.

8.35pm: Signalled SS “Galway Castle” bound North [Lat] 29 0 S, [Long] 15 30 E.

10.30pm: Guns crews and prisoner visited.

11.30pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 263 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: 5 miles West of Cape Point S24.25E, 473 miles]

[Weather fine, winds south or south westerly force 3 or 4 all day, noon temperature 61F, sea temperature 56F]


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11 June 1915

From Walfisch Bay to Simons Bay

Lat -32.5, Long 17.0

2.0am: Sea Boats Crews exercised. Guns crews and prisoner visited.

7.0am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

am: Junior Officers and Fore topmen to 4.7 Gun drill. Bosun’s party repairing canvas gear. Remainder as requisite.

11.15am: Observed SS bearing SE by S.

2.58pm: Observed the land about Table Mountain bearing S18E.

5.38pm: Dassen Island Light House N86E, 22 miles.

7.0pm: Darkened ship.

7.34pm: Robben Island Light House N84E 22 miles.

8.0pm: Manned and Armed ship.

9.0pm: Handed patent log. 9.30pm: Commenced sounding.

10.22pm: Cape Point Light North (True) 4.5 miles, altered course N79E.

10.39pm: Cape Point Light N27W, altered course N19E.

11.0pm: Courses as requisite entering harbour.

11.43pm: Stop. 11.48pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 10.5 fathoms, second shackle awash. Banked fires.

[Breakwater Light S28E, 2.5 cables]

[Course and Distance made good: S 20 43 E, 343 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: 5 miles West of Cape Point S 32 53 E, 132 miles]


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12 June 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4 [estimated]

[Breakwater Light S28E, 2.5 cables]

7.0am: On day look out. Sentries return arms. Sent mails ashore.

am: Gunner’s party to Dockyard. Hands cleaning ship.

1.30pm: Leave to Port Watch till 6pm.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

4.20pm: Landed Patrol. Discharged one prisoner to Detention Barracks.

7.0pm: Patrol on board.

7.15pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted round ship.

10.0pm: Darkened ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 154 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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13 June 1915

[Year incorrectly shown as 1916]

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S28E, 2.5 cables]

7.0am: On day look out. Sentries return arms.

10.0am: Divisions. Landed Roman Catholics.

10.50am: Performed Divine Service.

0.25pm: Leave to Starboard Watch till 6pm.

6.55pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted round ship.

9.35pm: Darkened ship.

[Weather fine, noon temperature 78F]


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14 June 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S28E, 2.5 cables]

[Draught: 22’ 9” Forward, 27’ 6” Aft]

7.20am: Sent mooring party to Basin.

7.40am: Anchor aweigh. 7.45am: Proceeded 50 revs. 7.49am: Turned to port.

8.0am: Engines as requisite. 8.5am: Entered Basin Commander Bowle Evans directing.

8.26am: Alongside “A” Wall. 8.55am: Ship moored.

[Moored to "A" Wall]

am: Gunners party getting up ammunition boxes. Port watch cleaning ship. Remainder as requisite.

Noon: All Signal Books returned to Safe.

pm: Hands at rest.

3.0pm: Drew fires in Steamboat.

4.30pm: Leave to Port Watch till 8.15pm.

5.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Fire Stations.

8.15pm: Patrol returned.

[Distance run through the Water: 3 miles]


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15 June 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Moored alongside “A” Wall]

7.45am: Range party left.

am: Gunners party to Dockyard. Remainder take in stores and as requisite.

1.47pm: Collier No 612 arrived.

pm: Hands drawing stores and as requisite.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Fire Stations. Leave to Starboard Watch.

5.30pm: Range party returned.

8.0pm: Liberty men on board.


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16 June 1915

[Year incorrectly shown as 1916]

At Simons Town

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Moored alongside “A” Wall]

2.0am: Rounds made, moorings tended.

am: Range party at lecture. Gunners preparing ammunition for return. Party getting up flour. Remainder employed as requisite.

pm: Hands cleaning paintwork. Gunners party as in forenoon.

4.0pm: Leave to Port Watch till 8pm.

4.15pm: Landed Patrol.

5.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Fire Stations.

8.0pm: Patrol returned.

10.30pm: Moorings attended to.

[Rain for most of day, noon temperature 59F]


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17 June 1915

[Year incorrectly shown as 1916]

At Simons Town

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Moored alongside “A” Wall]

7.30am: Range party landed.

am: Party scaling and painting round waterline. Gunners party in magazines. Party cleaning out Ballast Tanks.

pm: Hands employed as requisite.

3.30pm: Secure.

4.0pm: Range party returned. Leave to Starboard Watch till 8pm.

8.0pm: Liberty men on board.

9.0pm: Joined ship 6 Native Firemen Mercantile Ratings.

10.30pm: Ten special leave men returned.

11.0pm: Moorings and gangway tended.


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18 June 1915

At Simons Town

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Moored alongside “A” Wall]

am: Divers from Dockyard examining ships bottom and underwater fittings. Armourers mate left to overhaul rifles at range.

9.10am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

am: Parties cleaning out Ballast Tanks, attending on diver and cleaning paintwork. Bosuns party making nets.

11.30am: Put out additional moorings, 6.5 inch wire forward, 4 inch wire aft.

pm: Discharged for passage to England Lieutenant K Boothroyd RNR. Party to Dockyard to draw stores. Ballast Tank party and party with diver. Remainder make and mend.

4.0pm: Leave to Port Watch till 8pm. Landed Patrol.

[Number on sick list: 5]

[Squally north westerly wind force 5 or 5-7 all day, with rain or showers, noon temperature 56F]


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19 June 1915

At Simons Town

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Moored alongside “A” Wall]

am: Saturday Routine. Divers examining ships bottom. Party cleaning out Ballast Tanks.

pm: Ship ranging heavily alongside the quay.

4.30pm: Leave to Starboard Watch till 8.15.

5.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Fire Stations.

[Number on sick list: 5]

[Another damp, squally day, north westerly wind force 4-6 for most of day, noon temperature 52F]


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20 June 1915

At Simons Town

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Moored alongside “A” Wall]

2.0am: Tenth Cutters cover split and blown overboard in a heavy squall.

10.0am: Divisions. 10.20am: Performed Divine Service.

1.30pm: Leave to port watch till 8.15pm. Cape Town patrol left.

4.0pm: Landed patrol.

5.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Fire Stations.

[Showers all day, wind squally in am, reducing by noon]


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21 June 1915

At Simons Town

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

7.30am: Landed party for rifle range.

am: Party attending diver. Side party painting round waterline.

4.0pm: Leave to Starboard Watch till 8pm. Landed Patrol.

5.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Fire Stations.

[Number on sick list: 5]


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22 June 1915

At Simons Town

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Alongside “A” Wall]

7.30am: Port Watch left for rifle range.

am: Party cleaning out Ballast Tank. Side party painting overside. Party with diver. Remainder as requisite. Junior Officers at Signals.

pm: Hands employed as in forenoon.

3.45pm: Leave to Port Watch till 8pm. 4.0pm: Landed patrol.

6.40pm: William Bremner AB [Able Seaman] put under arrest.


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23 June 1915

At Simons Town

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Alongside “A” Wall]

8.0am: Port Watch to rifle range.

am: Parties cleaning out Ballast Tanks, attending on diver and painting overside. Remainder as requisite. Junior Officers at Signals.

3.45pm: Leave to Starboard Watch till 8pm.

[Number on sick list: 6]


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24 June 1915

At Simons Town

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Alongside “A” Wall]

7.30am: Port Watch to rifle range.

am: Party cleaning and cementing ballast tanks. Gunners party sponging out guns. Side party painting overside. Remainder as requisite.

3.45pm: Leave to Port Watch till 8pm. 4.0pm: Landed Patrol.

5.0pm: Evening Quarters. Read Warrant No 10. Discharged prisoner to Detention Barracks.

[Number on sick list: 5]


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25 June 1915

At Simons Town

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Alongside “A” Wall]

am: Working party left for range. Party cementing ballast Tanks for Fresh Water. Side party painting overside. Dockyard party returning and drawing stores. Remainder as requisite. Party of Seamen and Marines to Medical inspection.

pm: Hands employed as in forenoon.

3.45pm: Leave to Starboard Watch till 8pm.

5.30pm: Joined ship for passage one rating fireman.

[Number on sick list: 9]


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26 June 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4 [estimated]

[Alongside “A” Wall East Basin]

7.15am: Drew steam boat 376 from Dockyard.

7.30am: Landed 30 men to unmoor ship.

8.10am: Left the quay and proceeded out of basin under sternway. Engines working as requisite.

8.33am: Clear of the Basin.

8.48am: Anchored (Port) in No 5 Berth in 10 fathoms, fourth shackle on deck.

[Breakwater Light S8E, 2 cables]

am: Saturday Routine.

1.30pm: Leave to Port Watch till 6.15pm.

5.0pm: Joined ship 2 Ratings from Detention Barracks for passage.

7.0pm: Drew fires in steam boat.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries.

10.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

[Number on sick list: 9]


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27 June 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S8E, 2 cables]

5.0am: Lit fires in steam boat.

7.0am: Sentries return arms.

9.45am: Landed Roman Catholics.

10.0am: Divisions. Read Articles of War. Captain inspected ship.

11.0am: Performed Divine Service.

1.30pm: Leave to Starboard watch till 6.15.

4.0pm: Joined ship 3 ERAs [Engine Room Artificers].

4.30pm: Landed patrol. Watch prepare ship for coaling.

7.0pm: Drew fires in steam boat.

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries.

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 2957 tons, Oil 2406 [gallons]]


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28 June 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S8E, 2 cables]

7.0am: Sentries return arms.

7.15am: Collier SS “Trescillian” [presumably Tresillian] alongside (Port). Lighter alongside (Starboard).

8.0am: Hands coaling ship. 31 Trimmers and 40 Coal heavers from shore assisting.

am: 3 Electricians repairing telephones. 2 Boilermakers fitting capstan. Blacksmith repairing fairleads. Stonemason and labourer. Drew Signal Books from Safe. Navigator and party returning and drawing Charts.

4.15pm: Landed patrol.

5.0pm: One rating joined ship from Detention Barracks.

6.0pm: Stopped coaling. Received 408 tons.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted on Poop and Forecastle.


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29 June 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S8E, 2 cables]

1.0am: Collier and coal lighter moored alongside.

7.0am: Sentries return arms.

7.30am: Hands coal ship. 40 Coal heavers and 31 Trimmers assisting.

9.0am: Water boat alongside.

am: 3 Electricians repairing telephones, 2 Boilermakers and 2 labourers on mooring capstan, Blacksmith about fairlead, Stonemason and labourer.

0.30pm: Hands to dinner.

1.30pm: Seedie Boys and party loading lighter from collier.

2.0pm: Water boat alongside.

2.15pm:[HMS “Challenger” came out of basin and anchored.

2.45pm: Hands coal ship.

4.30pm: SS “Servian” arrived and anchored.

5.0pm: Discharged to “Challenger” 5 Seaman and 7 Marines (Privates).

5.45pm: Joined ship from “Challenger” 4 Marines (Privates).

6.0pm: Stopped coaling. Received today 268 [tons].

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted on Poop and Forecastle.

8.10pm: Dockyard employees went ashore.

9.0pm: Coal trimmers went ashore.

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 3353 tons, Oil 2390 gallons]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 66F]


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30 June 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S8E, 2 cables]

1.0am: Collier alongside.

7.0am: Sent 2 POs and 25 Seamen to Dockyard to dock SS Servian.

7.30am: Hands coal ship. 31 Coal Trimmers.

7.55a,: SS “Servian” weighed and docked.

am: 7 Electricians repairing telephones. 4 Boilermakers, 5 labourers working on mooring capstans. Blacksmith about fairleads. One Stonemason and labourer.

10.0am: Mooring party returned from Dockyard.

2.0pm: HMS “Challenger” sailed.

3.30pm: One rating Signalman RNVR discharged to “Hyacinth”.

4.15pm: Tug “Ludwig Weiner” arrived.

5.15pm: Joined ship one rating SBA [Sick Berth Attendant].

5.25pm: Finished coaling. Received 1000 tons.

6.45pm: Collier “Tresillian” cast off and anchored. Drew fires in steam boat.

[Draught: Forward 25’ 8”, Aft 26’ 10”]

8.0pm: Posted armed sentries.

10.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 3615 tons, Oil 2381 gallons]


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LOGS FOR JULY 1915


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[Left hand side of cover of Copy of Log for July 1915]

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[Right hand side of cover, signed by Navigating Officer, as before]

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1 July 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S8E, 2 cables]

7.0am: Sentries return arms.

am: 2 Fitters and 1 labourer on Capstan, 3 Electricians about telephones and searchlight. Hands clean ship after coaling.

0.15pm: Sent Marine escort to Cape Town for prisoner (Deserter from [HMS] Laurentic).

pm: Starboard Watch cleaning out Nos 2 and 4 Holds, Port Watch clean paintwork.

0.45pm: Mustered by Open list and paid Quarterly Settlement to Ship’s Company.

3.30pm: Leave to Starboard Watch till 6.15pm.

5.30pm: Escort returned with prisoner.

8.0pm: Posted sentries.

[Fuel Remaining: Coal 3956 tons]


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2 July 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S8E, 2 cables]

2.0am: Sentries and prisoner visited.

7.0am: Sentries return arms.

7.40am: Water boat alongside.

am: 3 Electrician, 2 Fitters and 2 labourers, Stonemason and labourer.

10.30am: Water boat alongside.

am and pm: Hands clean ship.

3.30pm: Leave to Port Watch till 6.15pm. Landed patrol.

8.0pm: Posted Sentries.


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3 July 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S8E, 2 cables]

7.32am: Steam Water boat alongside.

am: 2 Fitters and 2 labourers about capstan, 2 Electricians about telephones and searchlights. Parties cleaning After Mess Deck and Nos 1 and 4 Flats. Remainder as requisite.

1.30pm: Leave to Starboard watch till 6.15pm.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Landed patrol.

4.10pm: Let go Starboard anchor under foot.

4.35pm: Read Warrant No 11 and discharged prisoner to Detention Barracks.

4.45pm: Read Warrant No 12 to POs.

5.30pm: Joined ship 1 Seaman from Detention Barracks.

8.0pm: Posted Sentries.

10.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

[Squally north and north westerly winds for 4 or 5 for most of pm, with showers, noon temperature 56F]


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4 July 1915

At Simons Town

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S11E, 2.25 cables]

5.30am: Lit fires in steamboat.

7.45am: Boilermakers working on boilers.

9.30am: Weighed Starboard anchor.

10.0am: Divisions. Captain inspected ship. 10.30am: Performed Divine Service.

1.30pm: Leave to Port Watch till 6.15.

3.45pm: Landed Patrol.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

7.0pm: Drew fires in steam boat.

8.0pm: Posted Sentries.

[Squally north easterly winds force 4 to 6 in am, with rain and showers. Winds south easterly force 4 or 5 in pm, with fine weather]


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5 July 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S11E, 2.25 cables]

2.0am: Sentries visited.

am: Dockyard Boilermakers working on boilers. Gunlayers to Dotter.

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers. 9.30am: General Quarters. Exercised Action.

am: 14 Hands with Gunner, 12 Hands scraping and painting. Midshipmen and Sea Boats crews to Signals. Remainder as requisite.

pm: Discharged to Dockyard 1 Seaman. Junior Officers at 3 Pounder. Hands clean paintwork.

3.30pm: Leave to Starboard Watch till 6.15pm.

8.0pm: Posted Sentries.

[South easterly wind force 4 for most of day, weather fine, noon temperature 58F]


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6 July 1915

At Simon’s Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S11E, 2.25 cables]

7.0am: Sentries return arms. Dockyard Boilermakers working on boilers.

8.15am: Steam water tank alongside.

am: Midshipmen and Maintopmen to 3 Pounder gun. Hands scaling and painting and scraping down mainmast.

11.0am: Discharged to RN Hospital 1 PO 2.

pm: Midshipmen to Signals. Hands as in fore noon. Gunners party dismounting 3 Pounders and Maxims and assembling outfit and ammunition ready for discharge.

3.30pm: Leave to Port watch till 6.15. Landed Patrol.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted.


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7 July 1915

At Simon’s Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S11E, 2.25 cables]

5.15am: Lit fires in steam boat.

6.45am: Sentries return arms. Lowered second Gig. Engine defects in steam boat.

7.15am: Sent 2 POs and 25 Seamen in third Cutter to assist in undocking “Servian”.

am: Dockyard boilermakers working on boilers. Gunners party discharged into lighter and returned to Dockyard 2, 3 pounders and 2 Maxim guns with mountings and ammunition. Hands scaling and painting and scraping mainmast.

pm: Hands employed as in forenoon.

3.30pm: Leave to Starboard watch till 6.15. Landed patrol.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Exercised Fire Stations.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted.

8.10pm: Mail on board.

8.15pm: Drew fires in steam boat.

10.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.


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8 July 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S11E, 2.25 cables]

7.0am: Sentries return arms. Dockyard Boilermakers working on boilers.

8.30am: SS “Zanoni” arrived.

am: Party to Dockyard to Stores. Gunners party painting gun mounting. Bosun’s party overhauling davit blocks. Party scraping and painting mainmast. Remainder as requisite. Rejoined ship, 1 Native fireman from hospital Zanzibar.

3.30pm: Leave to port watch till 6.15. Landed patrol.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted.


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9 July 1915

At Simon’s Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S11E, 2.25 cables]

7.0am: Sentries return arms. Dockyard boilermakers about boilers.

am: Gunners party to Dockyard for stores. Midshipmen and Gig’s crews at Signals. Remainder scaling and painting. Received 13 cases containing Princess Mary’s Xmas [Christmas] gifts [a little late one feels!]

1.15pm: Mustered by ledger and distributed Princess Mary’s gifts to Ship’s Company.

3.30pm: Leave to Starboard Watch till 6.15. Landed Patrol.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Rejoined ship, one Native cook from RN Hospital.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted round ship.


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10 July 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S11E, 2.25 cables]

6.45am: Sentries return arms.

7.30am: Dockyard boilermakers about boilers.

am: Saturday Routine. Commander Sherrin RN joined ship from RN Hospital.

1.30pm: Leave to Port Watch till 6.15.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted.


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11 July 1915

At Simon’s Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S11E, 2.25 cables]

7.58am: SS “Tresillian” sailed.

9.45am: Landed Roman Catholics and Wesleyans.

10.0am: Divisions. Captain inspected ship. 10.30am: Performed Divine Service.

10.25am: SS “Pontop” anchored.

1.30pm: Leave to Starboard watch till 6.15.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted.


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12 July 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S11E, 2.25 cables]

5.15am: Lit fires in steam boat.

6.45am: Sentries return arms.

7.30am: Dockyard Boilermakers about boilers.

am: Hands employed returning ammunition to Dockyard in lighters and cleaning paintwork. Seedie Boys stowing sand.

pm: Hands employed as in fore noon.

3.30pm: Leave to Port watch till 6.15. Landed Patrol.

7.0pm: Drew fires in steam boat.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted.

10.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

[Number on sick list: 6]


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13 July 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S11E, 2.25 cables]

6.45am: Sentries return arms.

7.30am: Dockyard Boilermaker about boilers.

8.30am: Firemen shifting coal from No 3 to Bunkers.

9.30am: Exercised Abandon Ship Stations. All boats turned out. Junior Officers to Signals. Remainder scaling and painting.

3.30pm: Leave to Starboard Watch till 6.15. Landed Patrol.

5.0pm: Stopped shifting coal.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted.

[Number on sick list: 6]

[A squally, damp day, with northerly and north westerly winds force 4/5 from noon, when temperature 54F]


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14 July 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S11E, 2.25 cables]

7.30am: Dockyard Boilermakers about boilers.

am: Gunners party overhauling spare parts. Bosuns party covering boats. Firemen shifting coal. Remainder as requisite.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

2.30pm: Finished shifting coal.

4.30pm: Leave to Port Watch till 6.15. Landed patrol.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted.

[Number on sick list: 8]

[Another wet day, with heavy rain in early afternoon]


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15 July 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[S11E, 2.25 cables Breakwater Light]

am: Exercised out collision mats. Marines to drill. Fore topmen to signals. Gunners party mustering stores. Bosuns party general. Remainder as requisite.

pm: Both watches to rifle drill.

3.30pm: Leave to Starboard Watch till 6.15. Landed Patrol.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted.

[Number on sick list: 6]


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16 July 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S11E, 2.25 cables]

2.0am: Sentries visited.

5.15am: Lit fires in steam boat.

6.45am: Sentries fall out. Dockyard boilermakers about boilers.

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

9.30am: General Quarters. Exercised Action.

am: Guard of Honour at drill. Party with Stewards storekeeper. Remainder scrub canvas gear.

pm: Party to Dockyard for bedding. Bosuns party overhauling cargo gear. Remainder scaling and painting.

3.30pm: Leave to Port watch till 6.15. Landed Patrol.

7.0pm: Drew fires in steam boat.

8.0pm: armed sentries posted.


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17 July 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S11E, 2.25 cables]

am: Water boat alongside. Dockyard boilermakers about boilers. Saturday Routine.

1.30pm: Leave to Starboard watch till 6.15.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted.

9.25pm: Let go Starboard anchor under foot.


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18 July 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S11E, 2.25 cables]

9.15am: Weighed Starboard anchor.

9.30am: Divisions. Captain inspected ship.

9.50am: Landed RCs and Wesleyans. 10.0am: Performed Divine Service.

1.30pm: Leave to Port Watch till 6.15.

3.45pm: Discharged to Dockyard one Seaman. Landed Patrol.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted.

10.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.


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19 July 1915

At Simon’s Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S11E, 2.25 cables]

5.15am: Lit fires in steam boat.

7.30am: Dockyard boilermakers about boilers.

am: Junior Officers at Signals. Guard of Honour at drill. Armourers party stripping and cleaning breech blocks. Remainder scaling and painting.

pm: W Cook, Carpenter rejoined ship from RN Hospital.

3.30pm: Leave to Starboard Watch till 6.15. Landed Patrol.

8.0pm: Drew fires in steamboat. Armed sentries posted.


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20 July 1915

At Simon’s Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S11E, 2.25 cables]

2.0am: Sentries visited.

6.45am: Sentries return arms.

7.30am: Water boat alongside. Dockyard Boilermakers about boilers.

9.30am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

am: Junior Officers at Signals. Guard of Honour at drill. Remainder sling hammocks and as requisite.

1.30pm: Landed Guard of Honour for drill. Armourers party about breech blocks.

3.30pm: Leave to Port watch till 6.15. Landed Patrol.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted.

10.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.


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21 July 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S11E, 2.25 cables]

7.0am: Water boat alongside. Dockyard boilermakers about boilers.

am: Gunner’s and Bosun’s parties general. Remainder scaling and painting.

1.50pm: RNVR [Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve] Guard of Honour on board for combined drill.

pm: 5 Ratings rejoined from hospital also 1 rating for “Armadale Castle”.

3.30pm: Leave to Starboard watch till 6.15pm. Landed patrol.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted.

[Damp and squally from noon onwards, noon temperature 59F]


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22 July 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S11E, 2.25 cables]

8.30am: Discharged for passage to East Coast Lieutenant Commander Wilkinson RN, Sub Lieutenant Gallehawk [Galleyhawk], Midshipmen Squire, Gaffney, Fox, Dalton and Bessell RNR.

9.0am: Sent Guard of Honour to Cape Town. Remainder of hands clean ship.

1.10pm: Leave to Port Watch till 6.15pm.

pm: One rating PO joined for passage to “Armadale Castle” and one AB from Detention Barracks for passage to England.

5.30pm: Guard of Honour returned.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted.

[Number on sick list: 8]

[Rain or showers for most of day, noon temperature 51F]


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23 July 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S11E, 2.25 cables]

9.30am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

9.40am: Exercised General Quarters.

am: Bosun’s and Gunner’s party general. Remainder scaling and painting and clearing up Flats.

3.30pm: Leave to Starboard Watch till 6pm. Landed patrol.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted.

[Number on sick list: 8]

[North westerly wind force 4, 4/5 or 5/6 from 8am, showers from noon onwards]


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24 July 1915

At Simons Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S11E, 2.25 cables]

am: Saturday Routine. One rating joined ship from Cape Yard. 15 ratings (invalids) joined ship from RN Hospital for passage to England.

1.30pm: Leave to Port Watch till 6.15pm.

4.25pm: Read Warrant No 13. Discharged to Cape Yard, 1 Leading Seaman, 6 ABs, 7 Seedie Boys, 1 Tindal and 4 Privates Marines.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted.

10.0pm: Out all unnecessary lights.

[Number on sick list: 8]


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25 July 1915

At Simon’s Bay

Lat -34.2, Long 18.4

6.45am: Sentries return arms.

10.0am: Landed RCs and Wesleyans. Divisions. Captain inspected ship.

10.30am: Performed Divine Service.

1.30pm: Leave to Starboard Watch till 6.15.

7.0pm: Discharged 1 SBA [Sick Berth Attendant] to hospital.

7.30pm: Returned steam boat to Dockyard.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted.


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26 July 1915

From Simons Bay to Cape Town

Lat -33.9, Long 18.4

[Breakwater Light S11E, 2.25 cables]

[Draught: 25’ 2” Forward, 26’ 10” Aft]

6.30am: Hove short. Sentries return arms.

7.2am: Anchor aweigh. Turned to port. 7.9am: Proceeded Full Speed, Course as requisite.

7.35am: Collier “Zamora” passed for Simons Bay. 7.45am: Set course S16W.

8.3am: Cape Point Light West 2.75 miles.

8.15am: Courses as requisite rounding Cape Peninsula.

8.30am: Bellows Rock North 1.5 miles.

9.0am: Set Course N5E.

10.2am: Slang Kop East (True) 4.25 miles, altered course N28E. Divisions. Read Prayers.

am: Gunners party destroying Flash and Sound Rockets. Remainder getting up hawsers etc.

10.30am: Duyker Point East (True) 4 miles, altered course N65E, 50 revs.

11.30am: Courses and speed as requisite.

Noon: Stopped, waiting permission to enter dock.

0.50pm: Pilot Heinman on board.

1.35pm: Proceeded into dock.

[Received 40 Gallons Cylinder Oil]

1.50pm: Entered dock. 2.10pm: Alongside Lock Jetty. Tug assisting.

[Moored alongside Lock Jetty]

3.0pm: Ship moored. Hands employed taking in stores.

3.30pm: Leave to POs till 8pm.

7.30pm: Hands employed taking in stores.

10.0pm: Port Watch employed taking in stores.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 58 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Cape Town Breakwater Light S10W, 1 mile]


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27 July 1915

From Cape Town to Walfisch Bay

Lat -33.3, Long 17.7

[Moored alongside Lock Jetty]

7.30am: Cast off moorings and proceeded out of dock.

7.42am: Passed out of dock and discharged pilot. 7.44am: Proceeded 63 revs. 7.52am: Set course N29W and set log.

8.16am: Robben Island abeam N60E, 2.2 miles, Log 6.

10.0am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

10.5am: Barquentine “Westfield” passed for Cape Town.

10.30am: Altered course N5E, Log 36.

am: Hands employed stowing stores, and cleaning out boats.

1.13pm: Observed a SS bearing N65W.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

6.40am: Signalled SS “Professor Woerman” [Professor Woermann] bound to Cape Town. [Lat] 31 52 S, [Long] 17 0 E.

7.0pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Watch Man and arm ship.

10.30pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 55 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Cape Columbine N16E, 27 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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28 July 1915

From Cape Town to Walfisch Bay

Lat -28.3, Long 15.6

5.35am: Passed and signalled SS “Clan MacPhee” [Clan Macphee] for Cape Town [Lat] 29 39 S, [Long] 16 0 E.

7.5am: On day look outs. Fall out Gun’s Crews.

am: 20 Hands employed getting up provisions for “Armadale Castle”. Remainder as requisite.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

5.0pm: Albatross Island East 5.25 miles.

6.35pm: Darkened ship.

7.14pm: Diaz Point Light abeam S86E, 8 miles. Log 476.

8.0pm: Manned and Armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: N20W, 319 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Diaz Point N13W, 100 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]

[Weather fine, winds relatively light, noon temperature 54F, sea temperature 51F]


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29 July 1915

From Cape Town to Walfisch Bay

Lat -23.0, Long 14.4

[Note at top of page: Cape Standard Time]

4.15am: Passed and signalled SS “Rufiji” [Lat] 22 45 S, [Long] 14 4 E.

7.15am: On day lookouts. Guns crews Fall out.

[Sounding about every half hour from 8.0am to 9.52am, depths and nature of seabed shown]

9.45am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

10.12am: Port d’Ilheo Beacon abeam 8.5 miles.

am: Hands getting up stores for “Armadale Castle”.

11.35am: Observed HMS “Armadale Castle” and made challenge.

0.25pm: Courses as requisite rounding Pelican Beacon distant 1.5 miles.

0.58pm: Stopped. 1.1pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 5 fathoms, second shackle awash.

[Settlement Spire S10W, 2.3 miles]

pm: Hands employed discharging stores and provisions into lighters. Discharged 7 ratings and one motor boat to [HMS] “Armadale Castle”.

4.0pm: One Seaman released from cells.

4.45pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 5.0pm: Proceeded 63 revs, Course N23E.

5.5pm: SS “City of Athens” passed in.

6.0pm: Swakopmund Light House East 4 miles. 6.5pm: Altered course N49W.

6.15pm: Swakopmund Whistle Buoy to port 2 cables, set log.

6.27pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Watch Man and Arm ship.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats crew.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 324 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Pelican Beacon N29E, 5 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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30 July 1915

From Walfisch Bay to St Helena

Lat -21.3, Long 10.0

[Note at top of page: After 7.45am Clocks 34 minutes fast of GMT]

7.15am: On day look outs. Fall out gun’s crews.

7.45am: Put clocks back 1 hour 26 minutes.

9.30am: Divisions. Read Prayers. Hands mustering bags.

am: Port Watch getting up and placing gratings around waterways. Starboard Watch clean paintwork. Gunner’s party putting sand in Store Rooms and Flats.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

6.0pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Watch man and arm ship.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 29 miles, N74.25W 261 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: 0.5 miles North of Sugar Loaf, St Helena, N70W, 948 miles]

[Number on sick list: 6]

[Southerly wind force 4 or 4/5 all day, noon temperature 59F, sea temperature 58F]


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31 July 1915

From Walfisch Bay to St Helena

Lat -19.5, Long 5.3

[Note at top of page: After 7.45am Clocks 12 minutes fast of GMT]

6.15am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

7.45am: Put clocks back 22 minutes.

am: Saturday Routine.

4.15pm: Mustered Ships Company by Open List and issued life saving waistcoats.

6.30pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Manned and Armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: N 71 32 W, 335 miles]

[Number on sick list: 6]


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LOGS FOR AUGUST 1915


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[Left hand side of cover of Copy of Log for August 1915]

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[Right hand side of cover, signed by Navigating Officer, as before]

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[Details of Barometer and Thermometers:


Barometer


Mercurial or Aneroid

Mercurial

Name of Maker and number

Adie BT 58

Height of cistern above sea

45 feet

Thermometers for Air Temperature


Position in Ship

After end of Chart Room Fore Bridge

Whether in screen

Yes

Maker and Number

Negretti and Zambra 858 Dry


Negretti and Zambra 860 Wet

Thermometer for Sea Temperature



Pastorelli and Rapkin Ltd


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1 August 1915

From Walfisch Bay to St Helena

Lat -17.6, Long -1.2

[Note at top of page: Clocks 10 minutes slow of GMT]

7.45am: Put clocks back 22 minutes.

10.0am: Divisions. Captain inspected ship.

10.30am: Performed Divine Service.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

6.30pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Watch man and arm ship.

11.30pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: N69.75W, 335 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: 0.5 miles North of Sugar Loaf N 69 8 W, 278 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]

[Weather fine or overcast, noon temperature 66F, sea temperature 64F]


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2 August 1915

From Walfisch Bay to St Helena

Lat -15.9, Long -5.7

[Note at top of page: Clocks 23 minutes Slow of GMT]

[Position 8.0am: The Haystack St Helena N68W 11 miles]

6.12am: Observed St Helena Barn Point bearing N40W. 6.20am: Altered course N37W.

7.45am: Put clocks back 13 minutes.

8.45am: Barn Point abeam 1.5 miles. Courses as requisite.

9.13am: Stop. 9.28am: Anchored (Port) in 14.5 fathoms, third shackle awash.

[Church Spire S8E, 5 cables]

[Draught: 23’ 11” Forward, 26’ 9” Aft]

am: Hands discharging Ammunition and Stores into lighters.

1.20pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned to Starboard. 1.27pm: Proceeded 60 revs. 1.30pm: Set course S1E and set log.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. 4.15pm: Mustered by Open List and paid Monthly Allowance to Ship’s Company.

6.30pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Watch man and arm ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 279 miles]

[Noon Position: Jamestown St Helena]

[Number on sick list: 5]


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3 August 1915

From St Helena to Madeira

Lat -11.4, Long -7.8

[Note at top of page: Clocks 37 minutes Slow of GMT]

6.10am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

7.45am: Put clocks back 14 minutes.

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

am: Fore topmen to rifle drill. Forecastle men getting up and spreading awnings. Gunners party restowing ready magazine. Remainder shifting stores from No 2 to No 4 Flat.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

6.30pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Watch man and arm ship.

[Course and Distance made good: N24W, 298 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: 20 miles WSW of Bijonga Breaker N22.5W, 1478 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]

[Weather mostly fine, noon air and sea temperature 70F]


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4 August 1915

From St Helena to Madeira

Lat -6.5, Long -9.8

[Note at top of page: Clocks 45 minutes Slow of GMT]

6.0am: On day lookouts. Fall out guns crews.

7.45am: Put clocks back 8 minutes.

am: Main Topmen at rifle drill. Gunners party gauging shells. Bosun’s party splicing wire hawser. Remainder cleaning out Cutters and Flats.

pm: Hands scrub and wash blankets.

6.30pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Watch man and arm ship.

[Course and Distance made good: N21.75W, 314 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 77F, sea temperature 72F]


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5 August 1915

From St Helena to Madeira

Lat -1.5, Long -11.7

[Note at top of page: Clocks 53 minutes Slow of GMT]

7.45am: Put clocks back 8 minutes.

am: Marines Marching Order Parade. Quarter Deck men to rifle drill. Remainder scrub canvas gear and clean paintwork.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

6.45pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Watch man and arm ship.

[Course and Distance made good: N 20 44 W, 321 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: To 20 miles WSW of Bijonga Breaker N 23 23 W, 843 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]


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6 August 1915

From St Helena to Madeira

Lat 3.6, Long -13.8

[Note at top of page: Clocks 61 minutes Slow of GMT]

7.45am: Put clocks back 8 minutes.

9.20am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

9.30am: Exercised General Quarters. Disconnected telemotor gear and steered from aft by steam and hand gears.

10.15am: Secure.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

8.0pm: Watch man and arm ship.

[Course and Distance made good: N 22 19 W, 332 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]


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7 August 1915

From St Helena to Madeira

Lat 8.4, Long -15.8

[Note at top of page: Clocks 69 minutes Slow of GMT]

[Position at 8.0am and 8.0pm Lat incorrectly shown as South]

2.0am: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

5.45am: On day look outs. Fall out gun’s crews.

7.45am: Put clocks back 8 minutes.

am: Saturday Routine.

pm: Hands wash and scrub clothes.

6.0pm: Commenced Sounding.

[Sounding hourly until midnight]

6.45pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Watch man and arm ship.

10.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: N23.5W, 311 miles]

[Number on sick list: 7]

[Showers at times, noon temperature 76F, sea temperature 78F]


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8 August 1915

From St Helena to Madeira

Lat 13.4, Long -17.7

[Sounding hourly from 1am to 11am]

7.30am: SS passed South (3 miles West).

7.45am: Put clocks back 7 minutes.

7.55am: ED & Co’s [Elder Dempster and Company] SS “Adansi” passed South [Lat] 12 29 N, [Long] 17 33 W.

10.0am: Divisions. 10.20am: Performed Divine Service.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Observed Cape Verde Light House bearing N42E.

5.50pm: Almadi Light House East (True) 8 miles, Log 77.

8.0pm: Watch man and arm ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 323 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Anchorage Funchal Madeira N 2 8 E, 1156 miles]

[Number on sick list: 6]


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9 August 1915

From St Helena to Madeira

Lat 18.7, Long -17.6

[Note at top of page: Clocks 1 hour 16 minutes Slow of GMT]

7.20am: SS Passed South about 9 miles West, [Lat] 17 40 N, [Long] 17 40 W.

am: Watch shifting coal from No 4 to Side Bunkers.

pm: Starboard Watch shifting coal from No 4 to Side Bunkers.

4.0pm: Port Watch shifting coal.

6.0pm: Stopped shifting coal.

6.43pm: SS passed South [Lat] 20 10 N, [Long] 17 33 W.

[Sounding hourly from 7pm to midnight]

8.0pm: Manned and Armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: N 0 41 E, 320 miles]

[Number on sick list: 5]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 81F, sea temperature 78F]


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10 August 1915

From St Helena to Madeira

Lat 23.7, Long -17.4

[Sounding hourly from 1am to 5am]

6.30am: Port Watch shifting coal.

9.0am: Starboard Watch shifting coal from No 4 to Side Bunkers.

11.30am: Stopped shifting coal and washed decks.

11.45am: SS passed South [Lat] 23 35 S, [Long] 17 22 E.

1.0pm to 2.0pm: Washed decks and paintwork.

2.0pm: Scrub and wash clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

6.45pm: SS “Southern Range” passed South 25 3 S, 17 14 W.

7.0pm: Darkened ship.

8.0am: Manned and Armed ship.

[Course and Distance made good: N2.5E, 297 miles]

[Hazy all day, wind north easterly mostly force 4 from noon onwards, noon temperature 78F, sea temperature 70F]


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11 August 1915

From St Helena to Madeira

Lat 28.7, Long -17.0

[Note at top of page: Clocks 1 hour 13 minutes slow of GMT]

1.50am: Passed a SS bound N [Lat] 26 31 N, [Long] 17 6 W.

5.0am: On day look outs. Fall out guns crews.

7.15am: Observed Gomera Island on port bow.

7.30am: Put clocks on 3 minutes.

9.7am: San Cristoval [Cristobal] Light House West (True) 2.5 miles, altered course N19E, Log 258.5.

am: Gunners party sponging out guns. Bosun’s party repairing hoses. Remainder mustering and cleaning boats gear.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

7.0pm: Darkened ship.

8.0pm: Watch manned and armed ship.

11.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: N 3 32 E, 306 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Anchorage Funchal Madeira N 1 28 E, 234 miles]

[Another hazy day, north easterly wind force 4 or 5 for most of day]


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12 August 1915

From St Helena to Madeira or at Madeira

Lat 32.6, Long -16.9 [estimated]

[Note at top of page: Clocks 1 hour Slow of GMT]

2.0am: Put clocks on 13 minutes.

5.0am: Observed Madeira ahead.

7.0am: Challenged by HMS “Argonaut”.

7.15am: Handed patent log. 50 revs.

7.45am: Courses as requisite. 7.53am: Stop. 7.59am: Anchored Starboard in 28 fathoms, fourth shackle on deck.

[Loo Rock Light House N54W, 4 cables]

[Draught: 21’ 6” Forward, 27’ 0” Aft]

am: Hands employed painting and renewing bottom lines.

0.30pm: HMS “Argonaut” (Flag) sailed.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

8.0pm: Armed sentries posted.

[Course and Distance made good: N1.5E, 234 miles]

[Noon Position: Anchored Funchal]


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13 August 1915

From Madeira to Devonport

Lat 33.3, Long -16.3

[Note at top of page: Clocks GMT after leaving Madeira]

[Loo Rock Light House N54W, 4 cables]

6.12am: Anchor aweigh. Proceeded 60 revs. Put clocks on 1 hour.

7.24am: Stopped to clear anchor. 7.40am: Proceeded 60 revs. Streamed log.

8.0am: Set Course N80E. Observed RMS Briton bearing South.

9.4am: Fora Island Light NW 2 miles. Manned No 1 Gun Port.

10.0am: Passed SS “Gaika” for Madeira.

10.5am: General Quarters. Exercised Action.

10.30am: Secured. Hands painting boxes for boats falls and as requisite.

11.8am: Fonte Island SE 1 mile.

pm: No 1 Gun Port manned. Made and Mended Clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

6.0pm: No 1 Gun Port manned.

8.0pm: Manned and armed ship.

8.30pm: Darkened ship.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 53 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: To 48 30 N, 8 0 W, N 22 17 E, 988 miles]


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14 August 1915

From Madeira to Devonport

Lat 38.0, Long -14.1

Midnight: Observed a light bearing S60E.

3.10am: Observed a light bearing N30E.

6.0am: Prepared for day action. One gun’s crew on Forecastle

7.30am: Hands scrub decks with sand.

8.10am: 3 Masted barque passed bound SSW [Lat] 27 13 S [position incorrect, should presumably be 37 13 N], [Long] 14 30 W.

am: Saturday Routine.

11.45am: Observed smoke bearing N43E.

pm: Forecastle gun manned. Made and mended clothes.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters.

5.0pm: Starboard Watch stowed away towing cable.

8.0pm: Overhauled SS “Kelvinbank” of Glasgow bound NE by N [Lat] 39 34 N, [Long] 13 8 W. Manned 2 Forecastle and 2 Poop guns.

9.30pm: Tested searchlights

11.0pm: Exercised Sea Boats Crew.

[Course and Distance made good: N 21 24 E, 303 miles]

[Weather fine, light winds, noon temperature 75F, sea temperature 69F]


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15 August 1915

From Madeira to Devonport

Lat 42.7, Long -11.6

1.0am: 2 Forecastle and 2 Poop guns manned.

5.40am: Observed SS (2 masts, blue funnel black top) steering in opposite direction about 10 miles off [Lat] 41 28 N, [Long] 12 25 W.

8.0am: SS (2 masts, black funnel) passed bound SExS about 4 miles W, 41 56 N, 12 2 W.

am: 2 Forecastle and 2 Poop guns manned.

10.0am: Divisions. 10.30am: Performed Divine Service.

5.30pm: SS passed bound SW (2 masts, red funnel black top), 43 55 N, 10 52W.

pm: Two Forecastle and two Poop guns Manned.

[Course and Distance made good: N 21 47 E, 306 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: To 48 30 N, 8 0 W, N 23 15 E, 379 miles]


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16 August 1915

From Madeira to Devonport

Lat 47.3, Long -8.8

0.45am: Sighted SS on port bow without lights steering NE [Lat] 45 19 N, [Long] 10 0 W.

6.0am: Passing through a fleet of line fishermen (French).

7.40am: SS “Makanda” [or “Mahanda” - there were ships of both names at various times] of Liverpool passed SW, 46 26 N, 9 24 W.

9.30am: Divisions. 9.45am: General Quarters.

10.15am: Two Forecastle and two Poop guns manned. Remainder of hands turn out, lower and provision boats. Closed all scuttles below Upper Deck.

1.30pm: Passed Barque Abyssinia of Christiana, 47 37 N, 8 33 W.

3.50pm: RMSP “Demerara” of Belfast bound S, 48 12 N, 8 13W.

4.0pm: Evening Quarters. Manned and Armed ship. Sounding every 20 minutes.

5.27pm: Passed a life buoy 48 30 N, 8 0 W.

6.0pm: Altered course N80E. Steering the course for the first and third quarters of the hour and 20 degrees to Starboard and 20 degrees to port for the second and fourth quarters,

7.12pm: HMS “Fury” arrived and took station ahead.

8.0pm: Darkened ship. Took soundings every hour.

8.35pm: On bow lights.

10.15pm: Glare of Ushant NW Light S43E.

Midnight: Glare of Lizard Light N40E.

[Course and Distance made good: N 23 26 E, 301 miles]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 66F, sea temperature 61F]


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17 August 1915

From Madeira to Devonport

Lat 50.3, Long -4.1 [estimated]

1.0am: Sounding every hour.

3.0am: Altered course N48E. Steering the course for the first and third quarters and N68E and N28E for the second and fourth quarters of the hour.

4.13am: Lizard Light N6W.

6.40am: Eddystone Light House N59E.

7.0am: Steady Course N48E, 7.30am: Eddystone S40E, 2.25 miles.

7.51am: Received permission to enter Sound. 7.55am: Courses as requisite.

8.10am: Draystone Buoy to port 2 cables.

8.15am: Breakwater Light East 0.5 miles.

8.42am: Anchored (Starboard) in 6.75 fathoms, 2.5 shackles.

[Rame Cliff Point Lower Beacon S48E, 6.25 cables]

[Draught: 20’ 0” Forward, 27’ 6” Aft]

am: Hands hoisting and turning in boats.

10.45anm: Discharged 10 Ratings to hospital (Invalids from Simonstown).

1.15pm: Discharged 4 Ratings and one prisoner to Barracks. Landed Confidential Signal Book (Mount Wise).

3.42pm: Anchor aweigh, proceeded towards Hamoaze Pilot Mr Ralph. Tug Industrious.

3.57pm: Mallard Buoy.

4.4pm: East Vanguard Buoy. 4.10pm: Devils Point Barrier. 4.17pm: South Rubble.

4.30pm: Arrived at No 7 Buoy. 4.45pm: Ship moored.

6.0pm: Leave to Port Watch till 6.45am. Exercised Fire Stations.

[Noon Position: Plymouth Sound]

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 278 miles]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 65F]


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18 August 1915

At Devonport [details of Naval Dockyard here]

Lat 50.4, Long -4.2 [estimated]

[No 7 Buoy Hamoaze]

8.0am: 12 Naval Ordnance men and one Checker on board.

am: Starboard Watch discharging stores and ammunition. Port Watch cleaning Mess Decks and Hospital.

pm: Hands employed discharging stores.

5.0pm: Leave to Starboard Watch till 6.45am.

5.30pm: Exercised Fire Stations.


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19 August 1915

At Devonport

Lat 50.4, Long -4.2

[No 7 Buoy Hamoaze]

9.40am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

am: Gunners Party packing up Small Arms and Leather Gear. Remainder of Hands cleaning paintwork.

pm: Port Watch clean ship.

4.30pm: Leave to Port Watch till 6.45am.

9.0pm: Manned Starboard Forecastle and Port Poop guns.


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20 August 1915

At Devonport

Lat 50.4, Long -4.2

2.0am: Guns crews visited.

6.30am: Fall out guns crews.

9.30am: Divisions. Read Prayers.

am: Saturday Routine. Hands employed cleaning paintwork.

1.0pm: Discharged one AB [Able Seaman] RNR to RNB [Royal Naval Barracks] Portsmouth.

pm: Port watch painting ship’s side. Starboard watch cleaning paintwork.

4.30pm: Leave to Starboard Watch.

8.0pm: Manned Starboard No 1 and Port No 4 Guns.


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21 August 1915

At Devonport

Lat 50.4, Long -4.2

6.30am: Fall out gun’s crews.

am: Landed Signal and W/T logs to NSO [Naval Stores Office or Naval Signals Officer] Devonport. Port watch painting ship’s side. Remainder clean ship.

10.0am: Discharged Sub Lieutenant Morgan RNR on Special leave.

1.30pm: Gave leave to Port Watch till 6.45am Monday.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

9.0pm: Manned Starboard No 1 and Port No 4 Guns.


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22 August 1915

At Devonport

Lat 50.4, Long -4.2

6.0am: Guns crews fall out.

9.0am: Landed Roman Catholics.

9.45am: Landed C of E Party.

10.10am: Landed Presbyterians.

1.30pm: Landed Liberty men.

9.0pm: Manned No 1 and 3 Starboard guns.


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23 August 1915

At Devonport

Lat 50.4, Long -4.2 [estimated]

6.0am: Guns crews Fall out.

am: Starboard Watch clean Mess Decks. Port Watch get up hawsers. Gunner party unfuzing shell.

9.58am: Slipped Buoy and proceeded into Prince of Wales Basin. Two tugs assisting.

10.30am: In locks. Finished with Engines.

11.45am: Ship moored in berth.

[No 3 Berth Prince of Wales Basin]

[Draught: 19’ 0” Forward, 27’ 4” [Aft]]

pm: Forecastle and Quarterdeck men replacing cable. Gunner party discharging ammunition and unfuzing shell. Remainder clean ship.

4.30pm: Leave to Starboard Watch.

5.0pm: Exercised Fire Stations.


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24 August 1915

At Devonport

Lat 50.4, Long -4.2

[No 3 Berth Prince of Wales Basin]

2.30am: Rounds correct.

am: Hands employed cleaning magazines and shell rooms. Parties returning Charts and Chronometers to Depot. Destroyed by fire Confidential memoranda etc not included on V2 [or U2].

pm: Hands employed as in forenoon. Armourers party stripping guns.

4.30pm: Leave to Port Watch. Dockyard fitters dismounting guns.


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25 August 1915

At Devonport

Lat 50.4, Long -4.2

7.0am: Dockyard Fitters dismounting guns.

am: Port Watch with Gunner and Starboard Watch with Paymaster all landing stores.

1.15pm: Transported ship under No 1 Crane and landed Nos 3 and 4 Port guns.

2.45pm: Hands landing Gunners Stores. Party to Hospital with Medical Stores.

4.30pm: Leave to Starboard Watch till 6.45am.

5.0pm: Read Warrant No14 to Marines.

9.10pm: Darkened ship.


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26 August 1915

At Devonport

Lat 50.4, Long -4.2

[Number 3 Prince of Wales Basin]

am: Hands cleaning Mess Decks and discharging stores.

pm: Hands returning stores.

4.0pm: Transported ship to No 5 Berth to discharge guns.

5.0pm: Ship moored. Leave to Port Watch till 7am.


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27 August 1915

At Devonport

Lat 50.4, Long -4.2

am: Dockyard fitters discharging guns. Hands getting up hawsers and cleaning ship.

pm: Hands returning stores.

4.30pm: Leave to Port Watch till 7am.

[Weather fine, noon temperature 75F]


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28 August 1915

At Devonport

Lat 50.4, Long -4.2

am: Party to Mount Wise with Confidential Books. Party drawing Charts. Remainder cleaning ship. Dockyard shipwrights removing holding down rings and filling in decks.

0.30pm: Special leave to Starboard Watch till 8am.

pm: Made and mended clothes.

3.0pm: Discharged for passage to Glasgow Commander Dannreuther RN and his servant Private Sketcher RMLI.


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29 August 1915

At Devonport

Lat 50.4, Long -4.2

am: Landed Church Parties, Wesleyans and RCs at 9.30, C of E at 9.45 and Presbyterians at 10.10.

0.30pm: All Church Parties on board.

2.0pm: Mustered by ledger, paid down Ship’s Company. Payment to include 30th inst. Leave to Star Watch of Navigating Party.


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30 August 1915

At Devonport

Lat 50.4, Long -4.2

6.0am: Discharged Sub Lieutenant Barr RNR and [blank] Ratings to RNB Portsmouth.

am: Dockyard Shipwrights filling in and covering holes in decks.

10.0am: Discharged Sub Lieutenant Turner RNR and 6 Ratings to RNB Devonport.

am: Hands cleaning up Mess Decks.

pm: Hands employed preparing ship for sea.

4.30pm: Leave to Port Watch till 10.30pm.

6.0pm: Watch employed shifting ship to No 10 Lock.

6.45pm: Ship fast in locks.


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31 August 1915

From Devonport to London

Lat 50.1, Long -3.4

6.0am: Hands rigging Wireless Aerial.

8.0am: Proceeded out of lock and turned ship round. Tug “Assurance”. Pilot Wilcox.

8.25am: Proceeded at 40 revs. 8.45am: Passed through Asia Pass. Tug cast off.

9.0am: New Grounds Buoy. Stopped and discharged pilot.

9.5am: Proceeded to sea. TBDs [Torpedo Boat Destroyers] “Lark” and “Staunch” ahead.

9.10am: Draystone Buoy to Starboard, set course S17W. 9.30am: Set course S40E.

11.0am: Altered course S88E, Log 10. Hands turning out and lowering boats.

pm: TBDs “Lark” and “Staunch” escorting. Steering S88E for the first and third quarters of the hour and N72E and S68E for the second and fourth quarters. Made and mended clothes.

2.53pm: Portland Light House N4W, 20 miles.

6.0pm: St Catherine’s N21E, 16 miles.

7.30pm: Darkened ship.

8.40pm: Owers Light Vessel N8W, 14.5 miles.

11.0pm: Beachy Head Light North 15 miles, altered course N65E.

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 42 miles]

[True Bearing and Distance: Start Point Light House N45W, 13 miles]

[Weather fine, noon temperature 69F, sea temperature 58F]


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1 September 1915

From Devonport to London

Lat 51.5, Long 0.3

[8.0am Position: Off Chapman Light]

1.18am: Dungeness abeam N24W 5.5 miles. 1.25am: Courses as requisite.

2.15am: Passed through Folkestone Gate.

2.40am: Passed Dover. TBDs left and TB13 joined up.

2.52am: Passed South Goodwin Light Vessel.

2.59am: Stopped for Examination and pilot.

3.20am: Examination steamer alongside.

4.9am: Pilot Anderson on board. 4.15am: Proceeded at 67 revs.

4.22am: Passed through Deal Gate.

4.50am: Elbow Buoy, TB13 left and two TBs joined up.

5.31am: Tongue Light Vessel

6.0am: North East Shingles.

6.56am: West Oaze.

7.21am: Nore Light Vessel. Turned in all boats.

7.34am: Southend Pier. 7.56am: Chapman Light.

8.22am: Mucking Light. 8.28am: Stopped for Examination. Escort left.

8.40am: Proceeded 60 revs.

8.48am: Ovens Buoys. 9.0am: Stopped and changed pilots.

9.25am: Anchored (Starboard) in 7 fathoms, third shackle.

[Tilbury Pier N19E, 2 cables]

2.20pm: Anchor aweigh. Turned ship round, Tug “Nestor” in attendance.

2.25pm: Proceeded up river at 50 revs.

[Pilot Dean directing]

2.58pm: Purfleet. 3.19pm: Dagenham.

3.35pm: Stopped and turned ship round.

3.45pm: Anchored (Starboard) in 6 fathoms, second shackle off RA [Royal Albert] Dock Entrance.

4.45pm: Anchor aweigh. Dropped astern.

5.12pm: Alongside Entrance. 5.35pm: In lock. Pilot Anderson directing.

5.53pm: Proceeded into dock.

6.45pm: Alongside. Engines Rung off.

7.10pm: Ship moored.

[Moored alongside Green’s Works]

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 267 miles]

[Noon Position: Gravesend


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2 September 1915

At London

Lat 51.5, Long -0.0 [estimated]

am: Lieutenant Commander Sherrin RN and all ratings left for RN Barracks Portsmouth. Lieutenants Durrard, Seggers and Gardner left for RN Barracks Devonport.

[Page signed AE Sherrin]

[Course and Distance made good: Indirect 14 miles]

[Noon Position: Royal Albert Dock]


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