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and drifting so stayed in camp. Feeding the dogs on
blubber & bear skin.

December 3

Maurer & Galle cut wood logs in suitable lengths for
hauling to camp. Crawford and I hauled a load of wood
but the snow was so soft that we were forced to quit.
Blowing a fresh breeze from the W. Clear & cold.

December 4

Galle and Maurer to their traps. Maurer saw several
fresh tracks and so did Galle. No foxes caught
however. Crawford working on small tent for
our trip and I at making harness (tandem)
Blowing a light gale from the N.E. Cloudy & drifting

December 5

It blew a strong gale all night from the East with a
very heavy drift so slept in this morning. Crawford working
on the small tent. Now (10 P.M.) sleeting and warm. Fresh
breeze from the East.

December 6

Galle to his traps. No luck, but he saw several fresh tracks
Crawford working on tent and myself on harness. Clear,
variable airs and cold.

December 7
Galle and Maurer to their traps. No luck but numerous
tracks seen. Galle has 14 traps out and Maurer's
26. Crawford working on tent. Strong breeze from
the East. Clear & drifting.