Three mile walk across fjord. (147 The layer of driving snow, which was close to the ice and about a foot high, was prac- tically continuous at one time and its upper surface presented under the slanting rays of the moon, the ap- pearance of a broad mass of cloud when viewed from a mountain top. Our arguments now pertain large- ly to the war and we based on the brig- dee of 23 Independents (up to 13.III.16) which some one kindly sent me by the "Danmark". Just is the life of these discussions and his talk is very funny sometimes. He is a keen one though, all right. 13 December. Wednesday. C1, N25; C2, N27; M, N28; 0, E8; S, E7 Av. -13.79° -18°; -14.4°; -14°; -10°; -12.5°; min -20.5° max -9° The strong wind has made the day less agreeable than its predecessors and a real storm has developed this evening. A two mile walk was plenty, the wind being very keen and strong out in the fjord. Could not stand still against the heavier gusts. Developed 3 rolls of films. Captain has eaten but little today and has kept to his room with the door closed. Thought perhaps he was sick but concluded that he was resting after being up late last night. One of Ahrensak's pups was killed by a big dog last night. She offered it to us as a delicacy. We did not accept, save for a small amount wh. Mac and I eat at dinner. Tasted good,- like ten- der young chicken.