Item 01: Sam Norris war diary, 1 February 1915 -1 May 1915 - Page 18

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of silver.

5th March 1915 Friday

The sea is wildish owing to the fresh breeze. No land in sight but steamers are to be seen frequently. Some of the islands we saw a day or two ago had never had rain for 25 yrs. (so says the Chief Officer). We had another signalling contest yes today. Lieuts. James & Ireland (or our coy) judjing. The Tassies won again by 9 points after a very close contest. I was told my sending was quite superior to theirs. That' s one in my cap. The Lieuts. seemed very pleased that we showed such an interest in our work when the rest of the sigs. are neglecting