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20 February. Sunday.
Somewhat overcast, calm in
early morning; clear, strong S. wind
(Eastly at ship) at noon.
Temp. min -16°; 9a. -13°; noon -3°
On board, blister on foot precluding
long walk and keen wind making
area
short one unwise. Finished my
long letter to Rasmussen regarding
arrangements with Peter for the
southern trip.
Breezed up during evening.
Just a month this afternoon since
my party started from Cape York leaving
disconsolate me behind. I wonder
where they are now.
21 February. Monday.
Thinly overcast morning
with little or no wind. South