Item 01: H. V. Berry diary, 14 June 1915-27May 1916 - Page 17

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[Page 17]

mess orderly first day.

Wednesday 10/11/15
Reveille 6 am. Sea choppy but wind dropped later in day & sea became very smooth. Rained late in day. Still fairly well. Commenced ward duty 10 pm till 6 AM following morning. Whales noticed spouting in close proximity to the ship, caused great excitement.

Thursday, 11/11/15
During early morning sea became very rough, bottles & crockery began falling about causing rather an unusual disturbance. Relieved from duty 6 am feeling queer from effects of rough weather. Missed meals during day. Passed Cape Otway about 5 pm

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