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284 Monday Dec 4th,- A Splendid morning, but very little wind stiring- what is' is ahead, South East- we had a fine smooth time last night Splendid morn- I retired about 8 Oclock, thinking it a good time to sleep, so still,- at 12 M today- we are in Lat 28-01-north, Long-115-47-West- distance the last 24 hours 233 miles- our course- about South East- in sight of the Island of - about noon- and in sight of land all the Pm,- the evening was lovely fair wind, all sail set- and has the appearance of a fine night- the passengers ebgin to feel at home- and are becoming acquainted with one another- have a fine set in board. some dozen or more Ladies, on board too- we are not in the least crowded on board- plenty of room- this makes it all the pleasanter for us- Tuesday Dec 5th.- A Splendid morning- have a fair wind all night let unclear sails and all are drawing well. Some warmer today.- the 2 or 3 first days out- it was cold enough for great-coats- at 12 M- we were in Lat 24-52 North- Long 112-46-West- distance the last 24 hours 249 miles- our course about