136 SCOTT'S LAST EXPEDITION [January 
one saw the men running from side to side and knew that 
an attempt was being made to roll her off. The rolling 
produced a more rapid turning movement at first and 
then she seemed to hang again. But only for a short 
time ; the engines had been going astern all the time and 
presently a slight movement became apparent. But we 
only knew she was getting clear when we heard cheers on 
board and more cheers from the whaler. 
Then she gathered stern way and was clear. The 
relief was enormous. 
The wind dropped as she came off, and she is now 
securely moored off the northern ice edge, where I hope 
the greater number of her people are finding rest. For 
here and now I must record the splendid manner in which 
these men are working. I find it difficult to express my 
admiration for the manner in which the ship is handled 
and worked under these very trying circumstances. 
From Penncll down there is not an officer or man who 
has not done his job nobly during the past weeks, and it 
will be a glorious thing to remember the unselfish loyal 
help they are giving us. 
Pennell has been over to tell me all about it to-night ; 
I think I like him more every day. 
Campbell and his party returned late this afternoon — 
I have not heard details. 
Mcares and Oates went to the Glacier Tongue and 
satisfied themselves that the ice is good. It only has to 
remain another three days, and it would be poor luck if it 
failed in that time. 
Sunday, January 22. — A quiet day with little to record. 
