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Friday February 17th 1826

First part fresh winds and
rugged from the Northward.
Middle and latter part light
winds from the East. Saw
several whales. Chased could
not strike very wild.

Lat by obs 42–12

Saturday 18th 1826

First and middle part light wind
and fine weather from the Northw[ard?].
Latter part fresh winds and
rugged. Plenty of whales. Killed
one and sank him. So ends.
No observation.

Sunday February 19th 1826

These 24 hours fresh winds and
rugged from the North hove[?] to.
All day 44 to 46 fathoms water

Lat by obs 43–23

Monday February 20th 1826

First part strong gales from the North.
Latter part squaly with rain
lightning and thunder from NW
to South. Saw several whales.
Lat in 43–06 46 fathoms water.

Tuesday February 21st 1826

First part fresh winds. Middle
part light airs. Latter part
fresh gales. Plenty of whales.
Struck 3 lost 2 lines. Upset
the captains boat.

Lat by obs 43 12/45 fathoms water