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September 14th: -
Contrary to yesterday to-day was again fine and warm. Changed from F2 to E6 ward, but still on cleaning although the latter was clean in comparison to that from which I came. Another debate held, the subject being "Should America declare war on Germany" and the discussions on either side being interesting, and the voting resulting in a win for the "Aye" party by 3 votes only.
September 15th: -
Fine and cool all day. Working in ward E5 & 6 under Sister Morphett. Slept on deck again.
September 16th: -
Still fine but very warm all day, and night on the contrary, cold. The work to-day was not so severe as the wards are almost ready for the admission of patients. We anticipate finishing to-morrow.
September 17th: -
Completed the preliminary work early and at 4 pm an inspection of the ship was made by the O.C. who expressed much pleasure and satisfaction at the way things were. After tea a first class concert was held on the well deck.
September 18th: -
As all was ready, to-day was an off one for us and we spent it on deck. Sighted land at 1 pm and at 3 pm anchored in the harbour of Alexandria; several other hospital ships being also there. Colonel & Adjutant went ashore, we men awaiting their return eagerly