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(27) Reached Valparaiso at
2 P.M. Saw very little of
the coast until the Park was sighted.
In the harbor it was very
calm, many ships were
at anchor & there was no great
amount of space for the movement
of large steamers. Went ashore
with Martin & took rooms at
the Hotel Royal. The inspecting
Cruge & the custom house was
annex force.
(28) Weather ideal, nights
cool & the day pleasant
shooting not rains. Went
to acquire lobster smugglers
who means two steamers down
to Juan Hernandez Island,
to ask questions. Lobsters are
the only export from the island.
Across the street saw a large
dolphin Tortoise alive, on feet
of restaurant where it seemed
quite content. He Weigh about
150 lbs. I am sorry
In the late afternoon there is