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Transcription
In the morning the sword
fencing contest between J.P.
took place. The antagonists
were protected by a wide mask
Padded head & collar,
made of burlap, which
or stop the head & side
the body was the normal
naked attack. The
victor always uttering
a deep groan or crow of
victory & the victim a
lesser groan or sign of
defeat.
24 Saturday we reached
the outer bay of Honolulu
at 7 P.M., & dropped sail
for while the doctor & pass
Port inspection took
place which was not
finished until reaching the
dock at 10:30 A.M.