all they need, let them use whatever rifles they care to -- in other words lean and give them as much as possible. Would appreciate it if the boys could look up some old clothing, stubs, pants, caps, etc. and give to them. We want clear records that we reward good work. A clear day yesterday but could see Iceland off there. We shall remain on ice 25 days and if land is there we shall get it if not held up by open water. Shall leave here for home May 13th. This is a wonderful game country; have killed up to date: 4 musk-oxen, 9 caribou, 3 white foxes, 3 white- wolves, 21 hare, 4 ptarmigan. Have shot these all from trail. You or