296 British Antarctic Expedition. 
On the 6th I arrived in Hobart, where I met my 
wife, and the enthusiastic citizens welcomed me by 
cheers, and almost carried me to the carriage which 
awaited me. Ten days later the Southern Cross 
arrived safely, and a solemn thanksgiving service was 
held in the Hobart Cathedral, where all the members 
ON BOARD THE *RURUHAU." 
of my staff and the crew were present. The service 
was conducted by the Bishop of Tasmania, the Dean 
and other clergy assisting him. 
On April 7th I called upon His Excellency Lord 
Gormanston and Lady Gormanston, who both 
received me with that characteristic kindness which 
they had shown us before our departure. - 
