May 7 – Clear and pleasant. Barometer falling. Inspected at quarters and had "general" muster. All prisoners were brought on deck for one hour exercise. Sea gradually decreasing.
Lat 13° 21' N.
Long 161° 10' W.
May 8 Clear and pleasant. Set clocks back 5 minutes. Rain during afternoon. Exercised all prisoners for one hour. Mustered at evening quarters – physical drill – and .22 cal. target practice. Slightly squally during evening.
Lat 8° 14" N.
Long 163° 04' W.
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