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Saturday 22nd (Continued)
Went below to straighten up. Have a cabin mate named
Charley Smith. Prof. Neil Smith lives opposite, & there are three
other Smiths on board. Had a last look at Pt.Charles
Lighthouse. Most of the passengers travelled with us
on the "Eastern", & seem more like old friends. The
majority of them, if not all, have been touring Japan.
They say the "Eastern" passed through between the Russian
and Japanese fleets a few hours before they met. We
passed Melville Id. at sunset - the destination of the
"Venture".
Sunday 23rd Rough sea, & strong wind. Good many
passengers suffering from Mal de Mar. About a
dozen gathered in the music room and sang some hymns in
the evening.
Monday 24th. Same strong wind (S.W) & sea. The
vessel is steady, considering we are so light (17'6" aft)
Tuesday 25th. Passed Booby Isd. before breakfast
About 10am. anchored off Thursday Id. Jetty
while Dr awarded pratique. Went alongside soon
after and went ashore with Wilkie. Very close & muggy
tho' the inhabitants say this is one of the coldest
days they have had. Not very favourably impressed
with Thursday Island Town, but the natural features
of this & the surrounding islands are very beautiful.
Posted some letters. Watched some fishing off jetty.
Some fine salmon & a big barracoota were caught.

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