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Gould, P. J.
1963--At Sea
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We are finding that the best observation is from the helicopter deck at the bow of the ship. The sailors on watch on each deck either ring the bow phone or call (twice) and then point if they see a bird. The sailor on watch on the fan tail rings the deck 4 times and the deck rings us 4 times. This works out very well, and we are getting excellent cooperation from their watches. They are constantly spotting birds and pointing them out to us.
I believe we are getting maximum coverage.
0550--Bulwers?