Sea 103 Sunday April 12 1914. Were not able to cross the lead until about 10:30 am. Going good on old heavy sea- ice for about 15 miles. We crossed 4 leads. The ice spun hard under our sledges -- one flew me one piece to cross in the midst of heavy pressure. Wind & a blinding drift made travel- ing unpleasant. We double returned the dogs for the second time since leaving land. The real- yes now that we will probably make our distances in less than 25 days & we must make every effort to keep the dogs in shape for side trips after our return & for the long journey back. Monday Apr 20 1914. Going good with a few pressure ridges. Crossed 9 leads today. A light snow & mist prevented me from seeing any distance, although I got a good turning of eye thrown out after breakfast -- 29:30 miy. We were up at 5th am & underway by for 8:00 o'clock. We battled until 2:00 pm at a good pace & must have made between 17 & 20 miles.