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Wednesday June 16th

Clear and Cold. Wind N or a little to N.E and strong which gives us a little hope on this our 5 day wating [[waiting]].

2 PM, disappointment has overtaken us again as the wind has changed to N.W thus forcing the ice back into solid compact against land.

8 P.M. Wind due N. strong & cold, 

9 P.M. Men with Cordians & all hands 16 men came to Cabin & for 2 hours had concert, songs & a good time.

10 PM. Wind moderated & from N a little east.

Captain will not enter ice on advice of Pilot.

Ice has drive us 10 or 15 miles S.W.

12 Night wind N and fresh.

Transcription Notes:
Cordial is also a term referring to liquor