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to the northward, and on the same day, but with a 

 less distance to run. At this time of the year, 

 northerly winds certainly prevail, and such circum- 

 stances as the above do not arise above two or three 

 times in a season. As there are ample directions for 

 navigating on this coast, it is needless for me to add 

 any more. 



